No. 2042 ~ TWENTY-NINTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME - WORLD MISSION SUNDAY
PARISH CONTACT DETAILS
Fr. Peter Madden PP VF
31 Sixtowns Road
Telephone: 79628376
Fr Michael McCaul CC
50 Tobermore Road, Desertmartin
Telephone: 79632196
PARISH OFFICE
OPENING HOURS: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9.00 am to 3.00 pm.
9 High Street
Phone: (028)79628248
SAFEGUARDING
The Diocesan Designated Liaison Person (DLP) is Marie Gormley. To contact Marie Tel: 07596500793, or Email: mariegormley@derrydiocese.org
SVP HELPLINE
Helpline telephone number: 07710838050
SPERRIN FOODBANK
Tel: 07543420639
BALLINASCREEN COMMUNITY SUPPORT GROUP
Please click the link https://www.parishofballinascreen.com/ballinascreen-community-support-gro for full details of Ballinascreen Community Support Group.
NOTICES FOR THE BULLETIN
Notices for the Bulletin should be received by 1.00 pm on Wednesday, preferably by email.
SUNDAY VIGIL MASSES
Holy Rosary: 6.00 pm
St Patrick’s, Keenaught: 7.30 pm
SUNDAY MASSES
St Columba’s, Straw: 9.00 am
St Mary’s, Coolcalm: 10.00 am
St Patrick’s, Sixtowns: 11.00 am
St Eugene’s, Moneyneena: 12 noon
DAILY MASSES FOR THIS WEEK
Monday 21 October:
10.00 am ~ Holy Rosary Church
Tuesday 22 October:
10.00 am ~ St Mary’s Coolcalm
Wednesday 23 October:
10.00 am ~ Holy Rosary Church
Thursday 24 October:
10.00 am ~ St Mary’s Coolcalm
Friday 25 October:
10.00 am ~ St Mary’s Coolcalm
7.30pm ~ Holy Rosary Church.
CONFESSIONS
In Holy Rosary Church every Saturday at 5.30 pm before the Vigil Mass.
FEASTS OF THE WEEK
Tuesday 22: St John Paul II, pope.
Wednesday 23: St John of Capistrano,
Thursday 24: St Anthony Mary Claret.
FROM POPE’S MESSAGE FOR WORLD MISSION SUNDAY 2024
Mission, we see, is a tireless going out to all men and women, in order to invite them to encounter God and enter into communion with Him. Tireless! God, great in love and rich in mercy, constantly sets out to encounter all men and women, and to call them to the happiness of His kingdom, even in the face of their indifference or refusal. The Church, for her part, in fidelity to the mission she has received from the Lord, will continue to go to the ends of the earth, to set out over and over again, without ever growing weary or losing heart in the face of difficulties and obstacles. Let us not forget that every Christian is called to take part in this universal mission by offering his or her own witness to the Gospel in every context, so that the whole Church can continually go forth with her Lord and Master to the ‘crossroads’ of today's world. The Lord came for mission and wants us to be missionaries.
FIRST ANNIVERSARY MASS
Norah O’Hagan, Tobermore Road on Friday October 25 at 7.30 pm in Holy Rosary Church.
ANNIVERSARIES
First Anniversaries:
Michael McGillian;
Norah O'Hagan.
Anniversaries:
Anna McCormick;
Maureen Murray;
Maggie McGillian;
Rita Harkin;
Reece Kelly;
Bronagh Murray;
Daniel Doherty;
Peggy Conway;
Charlie Kelly (Andy).
DEATH
We extend our prayerful sympathy to the family and friends of:
Gerard Kelly, Sixtowns.
WEDDING
Congratulations and best wishes for the future to Gemma McKenna and Stephen Coome who were married recently in St Eugene’s Church, Moneyneena.
BAPTISMS
We welcome into God’s family through the Sacrament of Baptism:
Micheal Benedict McEldowney, Drumard Road;
Mollie Rose Chapman, Toomebridge;
Evelyn Alice Diffley, Magherafelt.
MASS OF REMEMBRANCE
Annual Parish Mass of Remembrance will take place for Ballinascreen on Monday 11 November in Holy Rosary Church at 7.30 pm and for Desertmartin on Monday 18 November in St Patrick's Church Keenaught at 7.30 pm. Further details nearer the date.
PARISH COLLECTIONS
Weekly Collection: £2983
Renovation Collection: £1325
Retired Priests’ Collection a further £200.
Thank you for your generous support which is greatly appreciated.
CONFIRMATION 2025
Gaelscoil na Speiríní, on Saturday March 1 in Holy Rosary Church at 12 noon.
Desertmartin Parish Primary Schools on Sunday March 2 in St Patrick’s Church Keenaught at 10.00 am.
Ballinascreen Parish Primary Schools on Sunday March 2 in Holy Rosary Church at 2.00 pm.
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION 2025
Ballinascreen Parish:
St Mary’s P.S., Draperstown on Saturday May 10 in Holy Rosary Church.
St Columba's P.S., Straw on Saturday May 17 in St Columba's Church.
Gaelscoil na Speiríní on Saturday June 7 in Holy Rosary Church.
St Eoghan's P.S., Moneyneena on Saturday June 7 in St Eugene's Church.
Desertmartin Parish:
Cullion P.S. on Saturday May 10 in St Patrick's Church, Keenaught.
Knocknagin P.S. on Saturday May 17 in St Mary's Church, Coolcalm.
DRAPERSTOWN SURGERY FLU/COVID VACCINATION CLINIC
Walk-in vaccination clinic in Surgery on Monday 21 October from 9.00 am to 12.00 noon and 1.30 pm to 4.30 pm.
SAINT BRIGID 1500
Reflecting on the life of St Brigid, who was a woman of peace, you are invited to join in a beautiful liturgy of music, prayer, scripture, reflection and praying for world peace in St Brigid’s Church, Carnhill, Derry, on Sunday 27 October at 5.00 pm. All welcome.
THE NET – OCTOBER 2024
Diocesan paper featuring many faith stories from around the diocese is now available in Holy Rosary Church porch. This month’s edition includes a feature on the recent unveiling of the memorial stone in thanksgiving for the priestly service of Fr Downey RIP in our parish.
WARM WELCOME WEDNESDAYS
October’s Monthly Luncheon Club will be on Wednesday 23 October in Workspace Community Hub. Diabetes UK will give a presentation from 11.30 am about how to prevent diabetes and how to care for yourself if you are a diabetic. Lunch served at 12.15 pm.
Places limited, so booking is essential. To confirm your place, please contact Workspace on 028 79628113 by 12 noon on Monday 21 October.
DOUBLE MAC ARE BACK!
Fr Sean McGuigan, Gerry McGuigan and guest stars will provide a great night’s entertainment in Shepherds’ Rest on Saturday 26 October at 8.30 pm. Free admission. Light supper served. Prize Draw. Proceeds in aid of Moneyneena Church Renovations.
FLU AND COVID-19 VACCINES
Walk-in vaccination clinics at O'Kanes Clinical Pharmacy, High St. Monday to Friday from 9.30 am to 5.00 pm for those that meet eligibility criteria. Private flu vaccines available for those over 18 that do not meet eligibility criteria. For more details please ring 028 79628680.
SLIEVE GALLION ACTIVE RETIREMENT GROUP
Afternoon Tea Dance in St Mary's Hall, Knocknagin today, Sunday 20 October, 3.00 pm to 5.30 pm. Music by Shaun Loughrey. Admission £10, includes tea.
FATIMA PILGRIMAGE 2025
Fully escorted Group Pilgrimage accompanied by Spiritual Director for 7 nights from 28 May to 3 June. Staying in 4* Hotel Styler,full board. Cost £925. £100 off if paid in full by 15 Novemebr 2024.Single room supplement £280. Mass daily and spiritual activities, services of JWT Pilgrimage Guide. Direct flights with Aer Lingus from Dublin to Lisbon. Return coach to Dublin Airport from Oakleaf Restaurant, Glenshane, extra cost to be arranged. For more details please contact Christina Lagan 07803192621.
GLASGOWBURY NEEDS YOU!
If you can help with the research for their next ‘Voices from the Sperrins’ podcast - The Heritage of Farming in Ballinascreen - please phone 028 79628428 or call to their office at The Cornstore Creative Hub, 20a High St. Research workshop on Tuesday 12 November from 7.00 pm to 9.00 pm. Pre-registration required.
Vocal Health Workshop: Unlock your vocal potential and learn how to take care of your singing voice. Workshop on Monday 28 October from 10.30 am to 4.30 pm. Age 14yrs+ to no upper limit. £10. To register phone 028 79628428.
SIXTOWNS CROSS COMMUNITY GROUP
Sixtowns Community Group are taking part in this year’s Ballinascreen Scarecrow Trail. If you’d like to help the committee with their entry, or assemble your own scarecrow, please come to Sixtowns Hall this Sunday evening (20 October) from 7.00 pm.
Children’s Disco for Primary school children (and younger siblings) on Thursday 31 October from 6.30 pm to 8.30 pm. Adult supervision required.
Adults only Disco on Saturday 2 November at 8.00 pm. Supper provided by Delicious. Tickets on sale at Shepherds’ Rest, Straw Service Station and Heron’s Gift Shop, or on the door on the night.
FREE Chair Exercises with Sperrin Wellbeing and Yoga begin in Hall on Monday 4 November, 11.30 am to 12.30 pm for 6 weeks. Suitable for all ages and mobility levels. Come along and get some gentle exercise, meet with others, tea & coffee served afterwards. Classes funded by Cswan Mid Ulster.
Painting classes in Hall with local artist Regina McSorley for 4 weeks, from Tuesday 5 November ~ 10.00 am to 12 noon. All materials provided. Thanks to funding from Workspace Group these classes are being offered for only £25 per person. To book please phone Emma 07769289385.
Christmas Craft Fair on Sunday 17 November from 12 noon to 3.00 pm. Stalls available. £20 a table or two for £30. To book phone Emma on 07769289385.
SIXTOWNS MONTHLY DANCE
Hallowe’en Social Dance on Friday 25 October at 9.30 pm. Music by Mid-night Flyer. Everyone welcome.
BABY MASSAGE CLASSES
Rosie’s Baby Massage and Reflexology Classes start Friday 15 November. WhatsApp 07749121208 for details.
KILCRONAGHAN CENTRE
A Celebration of Nostalgia on Thursday 24 October at 7.00 pm with supper served. Featuring old time songs by Anne Cleary, illustrated talk by Pearl Hutchinson on ‘My Fathers Country Shop – A Donegal Childhood’. The Community Association is grateful for financial support from the BALGLEN project. Everyone welcome for a relaxed evening of memory sharing and craic!
STRESS CONTROL CLASSES
Free online classes commence on Monday 11 November at 9.00 am. For full details please view: https://ni.stresscontrol.org/
PARISH ANNIVERSARY AND MONTH’S MIND MASSES
If you wish to have a deceased loved one prayed for at any Anniversary Friday Mass, you MUST please email their name to Ballinascreen Parish Office by noon on Thursday of the relevant week. Notices for First Anniversary and Month's Mind Masses should be received before the Wednesday of the previous week so that, they may be printed in the Bulletin the weekend before the Anniversary Mass
PARISH BAPTISMS 2024
Baptisms: Sundays at 3.00 pm and bookings to be made please via the Parish Office, by phone 028 79628248 or by Email: ballinascreenparish@gmail.com
November 3 ~ St Eugene’s Moneyneena
November 10 ~ Holy Rosary Church
November 24 ~ St Columba’s Straw
December 1 ~ St Patrick’s Sixtowns
December 15 ~ St Eugene’s Moneyneena
December 22 ~ Holy Rosary Church.
KNOCKNAGIN HALL
Positive Ageing: Afternoon Tea Dance on Wednesday 30 October, from 1.00 pm to 3.00 pm. Music by Country Harmony. Free admission, Registration necessary. To register contact Age Friendly Coordinator Raisa Donnelly at 03000132132 or by Email: raisa.donnelly@midulstercouncil.org
Bowling: Tuesdays from 8.00 pm to 10.00 pm. New members welcome.
Line Dancing resumes Wednesday 23 October at 7.30 pm.
Irish dancing lessons: Tuesdays at 6.00 pm. Contact Nicola: Tel.: 07518207458
Acrobat Gymnastics Club: Saturdays from 9.00 am.
Knit & Natter resumes on Tuesday 22 October at 7.30 pm.
Chair Exercises: Tuesdays 10.00 am.
Craft Fair: Sunday 10 November from 10.30am to 4.00 pm. Crafters from all over Mid-Ulster with a wide selection of handcrafted items will attend.
Arts Care, Here & Now; a series of sessions with mindfulness, conversation, fun, imaginative exercises into putting your thoughts and ideas down in writing. 6 more people are needed to sign up or else the programme will not be able to go ahead. If interested please contact Olive on 07887614094 ASAP.
Sarsfield’s Accordion Band: Band practice on Thursdays at 7.30 pm. New and past members very welcome.