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No. 1773 ~ TWENTY-SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY
SUNDAY MASS TIMES
VIGIL MASS
St Eugene’s Moneyneena 6.00 pm
SUNDAY
St Eugene’s Moneyneena: 9.00 am
St Patrick’s Sixtowns: 10.00 am
St Columba’s Straw: 11.00 am
DAILY MASS TIMES FOR THIS WEEK
St. Eugene's Moneyneena
Monday – Friday ~ 10.00 am
St Columba’s Church Straw
Friday ~ 7.30 pm.
CONFESSIONS
Before the Vigil Masses
CONTACT DETAILS
Fr. Peter Madden PP VF
40 Derrynoyd Road
Telephone: 79628376
Email:ballinascreenparish@gmail.com
Fr Dermot McGirr CC
50 Tobermore Road, Desertmartin
Telephone: 79632196
Fr John Downey
Priest In Residence
36 Moneyneena Rd
Telephone: 79628375
Email: j.downey75@btinternet.com
PARISH OFFICE
9 High Street Telephone:79628248
Opening Hours
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday
9.00 am – 3.00 pm
Wednesday and Friday ~ Closed
BULLETIN NOTICES
All notices for the Bulletin should be received by 1.00 pm on Wednesday. ballinascreenparish@gmail.com
SVP HELPLINE
Helpline telephone number: 07710838050
FEASTS OF THE WEEK
Tuesday 3 : St Gregory the Great, pope and doctor of the Church .
Wednesday 4: St Mac Nissi, bishop
Saturday 7: Blessed Virgin Mary
PADRE PIO MASS
The Monthly Mass in Honour of St Pio of Pietrelcina will be celebrated on Monday 2nd September at 7.30pm in St Eugene’s Church Moneyneena.
DERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK
Fr Madden is organising a bus to take pilgrims from Ballinascreen and Desertmartin to Knock on Saturday 28 September leaving Holy Rosary Church at 7.30 am. There will a tea/coffee break stop on the way to Knock and on the return home for an evening meal. Please contact Maire at Ballinascreen Parish Office by phone only or in person 79628248. Cost is £35, this includes breakfast and evening meal. This Diocesan Pilgrimage will be led by Bishop Donal McKeown. Stations of the Cross at 2.00 pm, Mass at 3.00 pm, with Sacrament of the Sick.
ANNIVERSARIES
Danny Mullan (First Anniversary)
Seamus Mulligan, Seamus O’Kane, Eugene McGarvey, Marian Foley, Rose Celine Cleary, Hugh Donnelly, Charlie Murray, Annie Murray, Rose O’Kane, Francis McCloskey, Mary Crossett
DEATHS
We extend our prayerful sympathy to the relatives and friends of:
John Convery Gortnari
Joe Duffy Cavanreagh
LAST SUNDAY’S COLLECTIONS
Weekly Envelope Collection: £1985
Church Renovation Collection: £1426
Many thanks to all who contributed.
BAPTISMS
We welcome into God’s family through the Sacrament of Baptism :
Arthur Patrick Begley Sixtowns Rd
Conor Thomas Hegarty Tonagh Rd
Fiadh Rose McWilliams Fivemile Straight
Aoibheann Rose Rafferty Shanmullagh Park
PARISH BAPTISMS
Baptisms will take place at 3.00 pm in St Columba’s Church Straw on Sunday September 22 and Sunday October 20.
Baptisms will take place at 3.00 pm in St Eugene’s Church Moneyneena on
Saturday September 7 and Saturday October 5.
A baptism card is to be completed when booking a baptism. Please contact the Parish Office to book a baptism.
PARISH ANNIVERSARY MASS
The Friday 7.30 pm mass inSt Columba’s Straw is offered as an anniversary mass for deceased parishioners. if you wish to have your loved one prayed for at this mass you must give their name to the parish office
by Thursday of the relevant week
LOUGH DERG 2019
One Day Retreats will be held on the following dates:
September ~ 1, 4, 7, 9, 10, 14, 15, 21, 22 and 29. All Retreats commence at 10.20 am and conclude at 4.30 pm. Cost €45 this includes all refreshments and return boat. Booking essential.
For bookings phone 00353719861518 or view www.loughderg.org or email info@loughderg.org
MARCH FOR THEIR LIVES
Anti-abortion rally, organised by Precious Life, in Custom House Square Belfast on Saturday September 7 starting at 2.00 pm
PARTNERS IN MISSION
Listening Events on Saturday 14 September, from 10.30 am – 3.00 pm, in Ardmore Pastoral Centre, Derry and in St Joseph’s Parish Hall, Omagh. These will provide an opportunity for dialogue and sharing with those who have worked in pastoral and missionary work overseas and in our local parish. Tea and refreshments provided. All welcome. Please contact Fr David O’Kane on 71337727 for details on Ardmore Event or Bernie on 07776366764 for details on Omagh Event.
CATHOLIC GRANDPARENTS' ASSOCIATION PILGRIMAGE
Annual Pilgrimage to Knock on Sunday September 8 at 2.30 pm. Everybody welcome to honour and thank grandparents alive and dead for all they have done down through the ages. Chief Celebrant ~ Bishop Kevin Doran. Singing by Knock Parish Choirs and Dana
THE JOY OF LOVE IN MARRIAGE
A Marriage Enrichment Weekend offers married couples of all ages in a good relationship, private time to rekindle the joy of their love. Residential weekends (Friday 8.00 pm to Sunday 4.30 pm) at Dromantine Conference Centre, Newry from 13 – 15 September and at The Lake Hotel Killarney from 15 -17 November. For details or to book phone 07702812321 or view marriageencounter.ie
ST. COLM’S HIGH SCHOOL
Congratulations to the pupils, staff and Governors of St. Colm’s High School on the excellent achievement at GCSE and A Level. This success is testimony to the hard working pupils, supportive parents and dedicated staff. Huge congratulations are due to all pupils and we wish them every success in the future. We are very blessed to have St. Colm’s High School in our community. Well done to all.
O'NEILL ACADEMY OF IRISH DANCE
Classes resume Thursday 5th Sept at 6.30 pm in Rath Dubh Centre. All new members welcome .
AWARE NI
We would like to thank everyone who supported Ballinascreen Fold Fundraiser for AWARE NI by attending our Afternoon Tea which raised £444.13.
KILCRONAGHAN CENTRE
Art Classes recommence on Wednesday 11th September with Mary T Gribben. Places still available on both classes: 10am – 12noon or 7pm – 9pm. These classes are suitable for beginners & experienced & new faces are always very welcome.
Willow weaving workshops recommence on Monday 16th September x 4 weeks. This is a FREE class, funded by MUDC Peace IV. Everyone welcome.
Yoga with Angela O’Loughlin recommences Thursday 19th September, 10.30am – 12noon x 6 weeks. Suitable for all ages& abilities.
Vintage Rally & Family Fun Day: Saturday 28th September, 11am – 4pm. A great day out with entertainment to suit all ages. Lots of FREE childrens activities.
PLACES MUST BE PREBOOKED ON ALL ABOVE CLASSES. Tel: 028 796 27826.
DRAPERSTOWN LIBRARY
Children welcome to play with the Lego Box during September on Tuesdays at 5.00 pm. Parents must stay and supervise their children. If this time does not suit, parents may inform the library staff and an alternative time or day may be arranged.
Children’s Big Summer Read certificates now ready for collection.
AR tests may be completed on ipads.
Free Rhythm and Rhyme sessions for tots every Friday 10.30 am - 11.00 am.
THORNHILL MINISTRIES Thornhill House, 121 Culmore Road, Derry BT48 8JF
‘Season of Creation’ - 1 September to 4 October Thornhill Ministries will host a Monday Prayer with focus on nature's resources as gift. Please join us in creating a positive energy of spiritual care and hope through prayer for our 'common home'. Five consecutive Mondays beginning 2 September. Time: 10:30 am for 15/20 minutes.
Coffee & Clobber Morning On Tuesday 10 September, Thornhill Ministries will hold a fundraising activity as part of our ongoing efforts to help clothe children and adults in the developing world. Bring us your used clothes between 10:30 am and 12:00 noon and we will provide you with a cuppa and tray bake as a thank you for your generosity. Material, bedding and towelling also welcome. Please note: We collect clobber throughout the year. Donations always welcome!
SILENT RETREAT
Theme: ‘If you but knew the gift of God..’ Led by Fr. Kilian Byrne at Dromantine Retreat Centre Newry, from October 14 to 20. Cost £410 ~ full board. For details contact Helen on 0035386167 8027 or view www.foyerofcharity.ie
CATHOLIC SCHOOL LEADERSHIP
Derry Diocesan Catechetical Centre, with St Mary’s University, Twickenham, offers the Masters in Catholic School Leadership. This is a post graduate degree dedicated to the professional development and spiritual formation of Catholic school leaders. It is a great opportunity for those currently in leadership roles and those who aspire to, or have an interest in, leadership roles within the Catholic School system. The next intake will be Autumn 2019. For further information, please contact the Diocesan Catechetical Centre on 028 712 64087 or email tferry@derrydiocese.org
DERRY DIOCESAN TRUST
Parish of Maghera ~ Permanent Contract
This is a part time position -12 hours per week. Sacristan’s Role: Preparing the church for all liturgies in accordance with diocesan guidelines and ensure effective security, maintenance and cleaning of the church. For application packs please contact: Personnel, Derry Diocesan Trust, Bishop’s House, Francis St, Derry, BT48 9AP or email: payroll@derrydiocese.org.
Completed applications must be returned via post to: Personnel, Derry Diocesan Office, Bishop’s House, Francis Street, Derry, BT48 9AP or via email to payroll@derrydiocese.org by 5.00 pm on Wednesday 11 September 2019.
SIXTOWNS COMMUNITY CENTRE
Old Tyme Dance Classes begin in Sixtowns Cross Community Centre on Tuesday 3 September at 8.30 pm. Admission £5. Everyone welcome.
Slieve Gallion Active Retirement Association
Proposed trip to Ballina, Sunday 6 - Friday 11 October. Contact Chris: 07546010560.
ST MARY’S HALL DESERTMARTIN
Sunday 22 September - Come Dine With Us and Storyteller Patsy O’Hagan tickets available from any Committee member.
Sewing classes with Rosemarie start on 20 September 7.00 pm -9.00 pm. 5 week block costs £25, payable on first night - beginners welcome.
Yoga with Angela on Mondays 10.30 am - 12 noon, start on 23 September. 6 week block costs £36, payable on first morning.
Yoga with Paula on Tuesdays 7.30 pm -9.00 pm, start on 24 September. 4 week block costs £25, payable on first night.
5 Ways to Wellbeing Programme funded by Public Health Agency
(1) 2 September, Pathway to Health talk,
(2)16 September Bread Baking with Teeni,
(3) 30 September, Cooking with Mark.
(4) Flower arranging with Nuala
(5) Craft based activity.
To facilitate tutors, registration is necessary by contacting Olive 07887 614094 or Anne on 0287964 2711 or Philomena on 07866 381473. Everyone welcome to come to any of the events to listen and learn, and enjoy the company.
Advice NI Clinic on 4 October.
ST COLM’S GAC
400 Club winners 25th August - £300 John Scullion (Pele), £50 – Lucy McWilliams, £50 – Kieran Scullion
A Night of Magic with Rodd Hogg followed by music from Folks and Rogues. Saturday 28th September. Tickets on sale from the club on Friday 6th September between 7-8pm. Tickets £10.
