PROLOGUE: “ O Mary, we crown thee with blossoms today, Queen of the Angels and Queen of the May, O Mary, we crown thee with blossoms today, Queen of the Angels and Queen of the May.
DEATH: We offer our sympathy to the family of Danny Murphy, Knockbrack whose funeral took place on Saturday. May he rest in peace.
PADRE PIO NATIONAL PILGRIMAGE AT HOLYCROSS ABBEY: A bus will leave from NCW on Sunday, May 26 at 9am. Contact Pat Dalton on 069 62306.
GLORACH NOTES: Upcoming events include: Bingo every Monday night at 8pm, PJ. Murrihy in concert on Friday May 17 at 8pm and A Tomb with a View – a comedy thriller performed by the The Abha Bhán Players on Saturday, May 25. Book on 087 1383940 to avoid disappointment.
SET DANCING FOR BEGINNERS: Timmy Woulfe has started a set dancing class for adult beginners in The Library, Athea on Monday nights at 8pm. Contact him for further information on 087 9451247.
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE; come join us for an afternoon of prayer and come to know more about our Lady’s image on the Tilma, at the Parish Centre at Church of the Resurrection, Park Road, Killarney on Sunday, May19 at 3.00pm. All Welcome.
ANNUAL DOG SHOW: The annual Dog Show takes place in the Town Park on Sunday May 19th at 2pm. Your support will be very welcome.
SWIFT DOC: A new minor injury medical clinic has opened at the Work Hub on Main St. Contact the clinic on 818009911 Monday-Friday 6-10pm and Saturday and Sunday 9-6pm. They do not accept medical cards and will write a report to your own doctor after your consultation.
VINTAGE RALLY AND FAIR: Dromcollogher & District Respite Care Centre Vintage Rally & Fair Sunday, May 19th.
THANK YOU FROM FRAN LEAHY: Fran would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who came to the recent coffee morning, those who supported it and those who were unable to attend and sent donations, those who provided home baking and spot prizes for the raffle which Susan Daly and Eileen Nelligan held during the morning. A special thank you to the staff of St. Ita’s Day Care who came in on their day off and who served the teas and coffee’s. The total collected and forwarded to St. Patrick’s Missionary Society (Kiltegan Fathers) was €6,351.55. Fran will be travelling out at her own expense to the late Fr. Tim’s Mission in South Sudan at the end of May and plans to work in the schools he established for six months. She’ll send updates on how the money will be spend and I’ll keep you posted.
JIVING LESSONS AT THE RAILWAY: Friday nights. 8.30pm. No partner required. Contact Tom 087 9360421.
NOREEN BARRY’S PLAYSCHOOL: Noreen is now taking bookings for September. Call her on 087 2499797 or visit the school at Teach na Féile New Street from 9 – 12 noon.
BIBLE: By popular demand, Pat Higgins and Sean O Mochain are continuing their ‘Journey through the Bible’ for the next six Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30pm in Athea Library. All are welcome, no experience necessary.
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LITTLE BUDDIES PRE SCHOOL: Will be opening in September 2024 in Scoil Mháthair Dé. The Pre-School will be run by Clara Daly and Nora Scannell. Please contact Clara on 085-7569865 for enrolment or any further details.
SCOIL MHÁTHAIR DÉ: Enrolment Applications are now being invited from Parents/Guardians wishing to enrol their children in Scoil Mháthair Dé, Abbeyfeale. Application Forms are available by contacting the school office on (068 – 31701) or by calling to the school.
MESSAGE FROM PEG PRENDEVILLE: “Due to popular demand and after a very successful four nights in Ballyhahill The Abha Bhán Players will stage A Tomb with a View in the Glorach in Abbeyfeale on Saturday May 25 at 8 pm. Book now to avoid disappointment by ringing 087/ 1383940. Admission €15. Raffle on the night. It is great to hear that there are still more people who wish to see this production. In fact there are some who want to see it a second time.”
PRAYER FOR IMPROVEMENT IN THE WEATHER: The Lord says ask and you shall receive so we continue to pray even as the weather improves and in Thanksgiving too for the lovely month of May: “Loving God, we pray to you in good times and also in difficult ones too. We give thanks for the blessings of our countryside. We pray for fine weather for our farmers and all those who work the land. Our prayers are for the land to dry up, so cattle can get out and crops sown. We pray for balance to our seasons and especially now we pray for some sunshine and dry weather. Amen.
FEALE CRAFTERS ARE BACK: The Square, Saturday, May 25, they have new stalls and thank you for your support.
GLIN Castle job; Full & Part Time positions available. Email your C.V. & Cover Letter to marietherese
LARTIGUE MONORAIL AND MUSEUM: Last train run at 4pm. The Summer Season has recommenced since May 1st. Check out the museum too when you visit. Further information 068 24393.
MAUREEN IS OFF AGAIN: “We will be going to the Ring of Kerry on Sunday 26th May, and picking up people first of all in The Square, Listowel in Fitzpatrick’s bus at 9am then onto Abbeyfeale to the bus stop opposite the Church at 9.15am. and Newcastle West at 9.30am. opposite the Longcourt House Hotel bus stop ( is it an airplane she’s hiring!) .. We will be stopping en route for refreshments, on the homeward journey we will be calling to the River Island Hotel for Dinner, Desert, Tea & Coffee .To avoid disappointment call Maureen 087 9845102 all bookings must be confirmed with payment.
Make a note in your Diary we will be having our second Weekend break this year in the Westport Woods Hotel & Spa Leisure Centre from Sunday 6th Oct to Thursday 10th October. 2024.
GROW MENTAL HEALTH GROUP meets in Seanchaí Centre, Listowel every Wednesday evening at 8:00 pm. No referrals necessary. Just come along or telephone Jerry at 086-0271990.
ALL IRELAND ROSARY RALLY – Knock – June 1st: The All Ireland Rosary Rally is back this year on Saturday, June 1st in Knock. The day begins with a Marian Conference at 9.30 am in St John’s Centre. Speakers include: Fr Michael Donnelly, Sr Ana Margarita Lanzas SCTJM, and Fr Joseph Maria Deane CFR. Then there will be an opportunity to meet over 20 apostolates from around Ireland from 11.30 am in St John’s Centre. A well-renowned speaker from Miami called Mother Adela Galindo will deliver the keynote Rosary talk at 1 pm in the Basilica. Then there will be the Stations of the Cross outside at 2 pm, followed by the Rosary Procession. Bishop Phonsie Cullinan will be the Main Celebrant of the 3 pm Concelebrated Mass which will include Anointing of the Sick. Confessions are available throughout the day, and there will be rosary and scapular-making workshops in the marquee. For more information and to see a list of buses going from around Ireland please visit www.AllIrelandRosaryRally.com
ALONE the organisation that enables older people age at home are looking for Telephone and Visitation Volunteers to support older people in the community. Call 0801 222 024 or see ALONE.ie/Volunteer for more info.’
VIGIL FOR PALESTINE The weekly Listowel Vigil for Palestine takes place every Tuesday,6pm – 7pm in The Square, Listowel. All Welcome. For information email gerirochford
DESMOND CASTLE NOW OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: The Castle NCW will be open until 05 November. Please note these dates may be subject to change. Please check with site in advance of any planned visit. Open daily 10:00 – 18:00. Further information 06977408.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: The Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage (Thursday 20th to Tuesday 25th June 2024) is back in its full capacity for 2024, bringing a full team of workers and assisted pilgrims. If you would like to be a volunteer helper on the pilgrimage, please contact the organisers of the pilgrimage at the Limerick Diocesan Office on 061-350000.
WILD ENCOUNTERS AND MINI ZOO: Be sure and plan an outing down the Ardagh side in Coolyroe to visit the Mini Zoo. Open Monday – Wednesday and at weekends. Book your visit on 061 974951.
SOCIAL DANCING IN DUAGH SPORTS AND LEISURE COMPLEX; There’s a fine crowd and a lovely floor in North Kerry’s newest dance venue every Friday night from 9-11pm.. Dancing on Friday, May 17 to Noreen Nash. Admission €10.
BLOOD DONATIONS: 3,000 units needed per week to maintain the national blood supply. Phone 1800222111 for details of local clinics. The hospital requirements are 6% higher than this time last year.
RAMBLING HOUSE; Listowel on last Thursday of the month and Knockanure on the first Thursday of the month. Clounmacon Rambling house Friday, May 10. . Ita’s Rambling House at the Desmond Complex is on the 3rd. Friday each month. Knocalucka is on the 3rd. Tuesday of the month. Josie’s Brosna 2nd Thursday of the month.
WOMENS WELL-BEING GROUP THROUGH HORSES: Sunday mornings, Re- connecting to yourself, slowing down, ground based, no horse riding, no horse experience needed, Fitzgerald’s Equestrian Centre. Contact Caitriona 085 2642374/kequinetherapiesandcounselling
HEALTH: A Free Health Awareness Event for Older People on Wednesday 15 May in the Rose Hotel, Tralee from 10 am to 2pm. Information talks from Geriatrician, Dietician, Pharmacist , Physiotherapists. For further information please call 066 7104830. Unfortunately neither Bus Eireann nor the Green Bus to Tralee arrive in time for this event.
ROAD TRAFFIC ALERT: Many of the businesses are badly hit by the lines of traffic through town and no obvious parking places so please keep shopping in Abbeyfeale.
DEMENTIA INCLUSIVE LISTOWEL are holding a Memory Wellness and Dementia Awareness Event in Listowel Arms Hotel from 6.30pm – 9pm on Thursday, 16th May. This is a free event to promote the importance of memory wellness and will include an input from Consultant neurologist Dr. Antoinette O’Connor from Tallaght University Hospital. Her research has focused on investigating accessible biomarkers of Alzheimer’s disease, with a particular focus on early disease detection. This will be followed by a panel discussion . There will also be some information Stands open at 6.30pm. Places are limited. Booking is essential. To book please log onto deirdre.kearin
DUAGH SPORTS & LEISURE COMPLEX: A weekend of music takes place in the Complex on Friday 24th May and Saturday May 25th. The Tina Turner Tribute Act with Rebecca O’Connor takes centre stage with her tribute to the legendary songstress. Tickets – €30. On Saturday, May 25th, rising star Jack Keogh and The Kilkenny’s will be catering to those who enjoy Country and Folk. Tickets – €25. There is also a Weekend Ticket option for €50. Tickets can be purchased from any committee member or ring 087 2684540 or log onto Eventbrite.ie
FUNDRAISERS: Used Postage Stamps and used unwanted candles in addition to being dropped into Top Stitch, Church St. Newcastle West and in the box under the table in the church at the Sacristy entrance can also be dropped into the River Island Hotel, Castleisland, Sparks of Joy Charity Shop Tralee, Fitzpatrick’s coach hire Listowel, Central Clothes Shop in Kanturk and the Post Office Newmarket. Thank you sincerely to everyone for sending and dropping off stamps and candles. A big thank you to all of those people accepting these items for us . This month the Servite Sisters are celebrating 100 years of their presence in Mynanmar (Burma). We thank God for the wonderful work that they are doing in very difficult times under the military regime since the coup in 2021. Banks have been taken over by the military and the schools are shut so the sisters continue to educate, feed and shelter the young girls in their care. This would not be possible only for the wonderful help, donations, min marathons, coin jar collection and of course your help with the stamps.
ANNUAL ST PIO AND ST PHILOMENA PILGRIMAGE to San Giovanni and Mugnano will take place from 15th –19th July led by Michael O’Connor and Spiritual Director, Fr Sean Jones. For further information and booking please contact Michael 087 2677656 or JWT 01 2410800. The First Class relic of St. Pio is available from Michael for anyone who would like a blessing. Many Healings , Miracles and graces have taken place through the intercession of St. Pio.
RADIO MARIA: Radio Maria is a Catholic radio station, available via Saorview on television, – Saorview channel 210. It can also be listened to via their website radiomaria.ie Each day they have Mass, Rosary and other prayers, and Christian music and hymns. Also, discussions and talks on all aspects of the Christian faith and the Catholic Church. It is run by many dedicated people and deserves our support. Tune in and find programmes that you enjoy.
CARDS: There is a weekly Card Game at Athea GAA Clubhouse on Tuesday evenings from 8pm – 10.30pm. All welcome, come along & bring a friend.
GROW MENTAL HEALTH: Friendly Community based groups for anyone experiencing mental health issue through 12 Step Program of connection, hope, identity by empowering people to nurture their positive wellbeing by supporting personal growth through education, peer support and self-teaching. Contact Celia 086-1526966/ Danielle 086-1588626/Www.grow.ie
CHILDREN’S CHOIR: All children are welcome, and if parents have not yet been in contact, interested parents and grandparents should contact Noreen Cotter, Riona Curtin, Fr Willie and Fr Tony.
YOGA CLASSES: Yoga classes are held in Fr. Casey’s Club house every Monday evening from7-8.30pm with Mike Houlihan 0872732591. Finishing up at the end of June and back again early September.
JOB: Lifeguards Wanted: Are you interested in working as a Beach Lifeguard? Clare, Fingal and Limerick are currently looking for lifeguards for the 2024 period. You will be responsible for performing rescues, administering first aid and the supervision of activities at the beach amongst other duties. For further information about these roles and many more can be found at https://watersafety.ie/careers/
CAMINO: A group from Athea are hoping to do 100km of the Camino Frances from Sarria to Santiago from June 12-19. Average walk 20km per day, please contact Denise on 086-6095716.
ST.ITA’S DAY CARE AND SHELTERED HOUSING: Meals on Wheels – Available to Everyone. Collect from the Centre or have it delivered. Monday, May 13 Chicken Maryland or Pasta Carbonara. Tuesday, May 14 Bacon and Cabbage or
Chicken Curry and Rice. Wednesday, May 15 Pork Chop or Turkey Burger. Thursday May 16 Chicken and Mushroom Vol au Vent or Braised Steak. Friday, May 17 Fish or Meat Alternative. Please let us know if you require a Gluten Free option. Price List Soup €1, Main Meal €7, half portion €5. Plate of Vegetables and Potatoes €3. Dessert €2. Contact 068 51850.
JANICE CARRIG MINSTRY: Holy Spirit Prayer Meeting last Sunday of each month at the Desmond Complex at 3pm. Everyone welcome. Rosary, Divine Mercy, Scripture and healing. The world is so in need of prayers.
ACCORD CATHOLIC MARRIAGE CARE SERVICE CLG SEEKING MARRIAGE PREPARATION FACILITATORS
If you have a positive attitude towards marriage in the Catholic Church and have the enthusiasm to be part of the Accord team in supporting couples who are preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage Accord wants to hear from you! Successful applicants will receive professional training and will be part of a team.
DANCE: Social Dancing in Ballybunion every Tuesday night at 7.30pm.
SENIOR LINE: Would you like someone to talk to? Senior Line is Ireland’s national telephone service for older people open every day of the year 10am-10pm, Freephone 1800 80 4591.
CHURCH NOTES: Co Parish Priests of the Pastoral Area: Fr Denis Mullane
087/2621911 Fr Tony Mullins 087/2600414 Fr Willie Russell 087/2272825 Fr Dan Lane (Retired) 087/2533030 Fr James Ambrose (Retired) Tel 087/7740753. Divine Mercy Meetings will take place every Monday evening after 7 pm Mass. Baptisms in Abbeyfeale will be celebrated on the first Saturday of each month at 5.00pm. Also, on the second Sunday of the month after the 12noon Mass. Contact the Sacristy 068/51915 during Mass Times.
Mass Intentions: Wednesday 10am Thanksgiving Mass. Saturday 6.30pm Pat & Bridget & Jeremiah & Dan Joe Murphy Banard. Dick Fitzgerald, Dromtrasna. Tom & Tess Collins, Convent Street . Tady Finnucane 2nd Anniversary . Tom Collins Ballylongford & New York. Mags Dempsey Colbert, Killarney Road. Pa Colbert. Sunday10am Louis McEnery, Dromtrasna Collins . James Collins Dromtrasna . 12noon Jack Scannell, St Ita’s Terrace. Nora Moloney, Knocknasna 20th Anniversary. Willie & Rita Hernon. Society of the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart (MSC) “Have you ever dreamed of walking the Camino. Join the MSC Missions as we walk the shaded lanes and valleys of the Camino Ingles walking from Ferrol to Santiago in Northern Spain from July 29 – August 5. The temperature in this part of northern Spain in July is perfect for walking, like a balmy summer day in Ireland. For more details of this fundraising pilgrimage ring Mary at 021 454 6691 or email mary.morrish Adult choir practice every Wednesday evening at 7.30pm. Aware Depression & Bipolar Disorder Support supportmail Bodywhys Eating Disorders Associations of Ireland alex 01 2107906. Information and Support for Birth Mothers – whose babies were placed for adoption may be found at www.birthinfo.ie or by calling the relevant section of TUSLA at +353 818 445 500. Grow Mental Health- Friendly Community based groups for anyone experiencing mental health issue through 12 Step Program of connection, hope, identity by empowering people to nurture their positive wellbeing by supporting personal growth through education, peer support and self-teaching. Based in 33 Henry Street and Croom, several meetings including new meeting on Monday 11-1pm. Contact Michael 086-6063182/Celia 0861526966/Www.grow.ie First Holy Communion Congratulations to the children of second class in Dromtrasna, Meenkilly and Knocknasna schools who celebrated their First Holy Communion on Saturday. Congratulations to their parents and teachers who prepared the children for the sacraments. Thanks to all who prepared the church for the Masses. Sincere thanks to our organists and cantors who led the singing. On Saturday 18th May the children from Scoil Mháthair Dé and St Mary’s Boys schools will received their First Holy Communion. Parishioners need to take note that the car park will close on Friday the 17th May at 8.00pm and open on Saturday at 10.30am. Clerks collection will take place next weekend 18th /19th May. Envelopes are available in your box of envelopes or use any envelope marked clerks and place in the offertory basket. Thank you for your continued support. Parish Envelopes The collection envelopes for our parish were delivered in January. If there is anybody who wishes to use the envelopes system and did not receive a box please contact Anne 0868661651 at the office or the church. 068/51915. If you are new to the parish or would like to receive a box contact Anne also. Sincere thanks to all who continue to contribute to the Weekly Offertory Collection and to the recent Easter Dues Collection. Your ongoing support and generosity is very much appreciated. Trocaire collection – Anyone who has not yet returned your box or donation might do so during the week. The amount collected will be published next week. Prayer for the Synod Adsumus Sancte Spiritus Every session of the Second Vatican Council began with the prayer Adsumus Sancte Spiritus, the first word of the Latin original meaning, “We stand before You, Holy Spirit,” which has been historically used at Councils, Synods and other Church gatherings for hundreds of years, being attributed to Saint Isidore of Seville (c. 560 – 4 April 636). As we are called to embrace this synodal path of the Synod 2021-2023, this prayer invites the Holy Spirit to operate within us so that we may be a community and a people of grace. For the Synod 2021-2023, we propose to use this simplified version, so that any group or liturgical assembly can pray more easily. We stand before You, Holy Spirit, as we gather together in Your name. With You alone to guide us, make Yourself at home in our hearts; Teach us the way we must go and how we are to pursue it. We are weak and sinful; do not let us promote disorder. Do not let ignorance lead us down the wrong path nor partiality influence our actions. Let us find in You our unity so that we may journey together to eternal life and not stray from the way of truth and what is right. All this we ask of You, who are at work in every place and time”.
GROW MENTAL HEALTH: Friendly Community based groups for anyone experiencing mental health issue through 12 Step Program of connection, hope, identity by empowering people to nurture their positive wellbeing by supporting personal growth through education, peer support and self-teaching. Contact Celia 086-1526966/ Danielle 086-1588626/Www.grow.ie
LOUGH DERG PILGRIMAGES 2024: A pilgrimage to Lough Derg is all about letting go, a time to see one’s daily life as it truly is. The Three Day Pilgrimage provides a kind of breathing space in which people can calmly explore and reflect on where they find themselves in their lives at that moment in time. Part of the spiritual benefits of any pilgrimage is learning to take nothing we have for granted. It is an opportunity to give thanks to God for having the health, the time, and the freedom to do the pilgrimage. It’s a moment to remember one’s loved ones at home and anyone who particularly asked for prayers, and also to say a prayer for fellow pilgrims. Lough Derg is a sacred place apart to bring burdens and leave them behind, to seek healing for wounds and to ask for them to be healed. These are just some of the reasons pilgrims continue to travel to the sacred Island. One Day Retreat. May: Sunday 12th, Tuesday 14th, Saturday 18th, Saturday 25th & Monday 27th. The Three Day Pilgrimage will commence on Thursday 1st June and continue until 15th August (Sunday 13th August is the final day for pilgrims to begin the Three Day Pilgrimage for 2023). Admission €80 | Booking advised | Concessions available for students, seniors and groups. If you have any questions or queries regarding booking, please contact Lough Derg by email: info or telephone: +353 (0)71 9861518.
PARKRUN in Listowel takes place every Saturday morning from 9:30am.
MEDJUGORJE PILGRIMAGES: 18th—25th Sept 2024. Cost €510. For further information contact Tom Collins: 086 8380406. Group Leader: Maura Harksen. Spiritual Director: Fr. Francis Nolan, 11th September for 7 nights. Return flights from Cork to Dubrovnik, 7 nights in Hotel Dubrovnik. Breakfast & Dinner each day. Full Religious Programme. €879, per person sharing. Optional: Travel insurance and single supplement. Joe Walsh guides and representative throughout. For details & bookings contact: Maura O’Keeffe Harcksen (Tralee) on 087 151 7696 or 066 7127143.
ABBEYFEALE COMMUNITY ALERT: Seminar for Over 50’s Galway on Tuesday, May 22 and Wednesday, May 23 from 10-4pm at the Salthill Hotel. Email info @slp.ie for further information and for free admission. Bus Eireann leaves every morning at 7am and meets the Galway Bus at the Bus Station. Log onto Hi Digital – the step by step course to learn some digital skills and it’s free. Ring them on 1800203030. There are classes available at the Adult Education Centre to learn how to use smart phones and also in beginners computers. Ring 068 31198 to register for the classes beginning again in September. If you are travelling abroad for medical or cosmetic procedures, you should inform yourself of both the risks and benefits of any procedures and discuss the plans with your medical practitioner before committing to any procedure abroad. If you are having a drink abroad, try to ensure drinks are poured from an original, sealed bottle. If I had they would have had access to my bank details. Keep your security settings or security software up to date on your computer and change your passwords regularly. Once you reach the age of 65 and live alone or with a person/s aged over 65 you are entitled to receive a monitored alarm system. But if you have younger people living in the house who are out for long periods of the day then because you are spending hours alone you are also entitled to the system provided that you are over 65. The free equipment is provided by Pobal following an application from Abbeyfeale Community Alert, there will be a monitoring fee to be paid from the second year of installation to the installing company of €72. Please note that this fee has increased by €6 and is payable in a lump sum each year after year one. Should you not have a landline the installing company Task provide a sim card at a rate of €7.50 per month payable from day one. Committee members are Michael O’Kelly N.T., Seamus Stack, Mossie Gleeson, Kathleen Collins, Mary McArthur, John O’Sullivan, Billy Quirke N.T., Cllr. Francis Foley, Susan Daly, Catherine Daly, Marian Harnett
PROLOGUE: Bring flowers of the fairest, bring flowers of the rarest, from garden and woodland and hillside and vale; Our full hearts are swelling, Our gland voices telling the praise of the loveliest Rose of the vale. O Mary! We crown thee with blossoms today Queen of the Angels, Queen of the May. O Mary! We crown thee with blossoms today, Queen of the Angels, Queen of the May.
INVITATION FOR COFFEE AND A CHAT: On Saturday next at the Market House in NCW there will be a gathering from 11-1pm supported by West Limerick Mental Health Association. We are encouraged to “Say Hello, How are you” to our neighbours and get to know people and make them aware that there is a listening ear for anyone feeling lonesome or lost or down in spirits. Everyone is welcome.
ROSARY IN THE SQUARE: Please join us in The Square, Abbeyfeale on Saturday 11th May at 4 pm for the Rosary Rally, for the conversion of Ireland.
FLEADH BY THE FEALE: The 30th Annual Fleadh was a massive success and the improvement of the weather was the icing on the cake. The headline acts of Celtic Steps and The Mulcahy family packed both venues.
SET DANCING FOR BEGINNERS: Timmy Woulfe will commence a set dancing class for adult beginners in The Library, Athea on Monday, May 6. Contact him for further information on 087 9451247.
CONCERT: The Queen of the May Concert will take place in St Joseph’s Church, O’Connell Avenue, Limerick on Thursday May 12th at 8pm .Tickets available at the door and St. Joseph’s Church sacristy and they are €15. For information call 061-313401.
ANNUAL DOG SHOW: The Town Park are busy getting ready for the annual dog show on Sunday May 19th at 2pm. Your support will be very welcome.
SWIFT DOC: A new minor injury medical clinic has opened at the Work Hub on Main St. Contact the clinic on 818009911 Monday-Friday 6-10pm and Saturday and Sunday 9-6pm. They do not accept medical cards and will write a report to your own doctor after your consultation.
JIVING LESSONS AT THE RAILWAY: Friday nights. 8.30pm. No partner required. Contact Tom 087 9360421.
NOREEN BARRY’S PLAYSCHOOL: Noreen is now taking bookings for September. Call her on 087 2499797 or visit the school at Teach na Féile New Street from 9 – 12 noon.
BIBLE: By popular demand, Pat Higgins and Sean O Mochain are continuing their ‘Journey through the Bible’ for the next six Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30pm in Athea Library. All are welcome, no experience necessary.
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LITTLE BUDDIES PRE SCHOOL: Will be opening in September 2024 in Scoil Mháthair Dé. The Pre-School will be run by Clara Daly and Nora Scannell. Please contact Clara on 085-7569865 for enrolment or any further details.
SCOIL MHÁTHAIR DÉ: Enrolment Applications are now being invited from Parents/Guardians wishing to enrol their children in Scoil Mháthair Dé, Abbeyfeale. Application Forms are available by contacting the school office on (068 – 31701) or by calling to the school.
PRAYER FOR IMPROVEMENT IN THE WEATHER: We continue to pray even as the weather improves and in Thanksgiving too for the lovely month of May: “Loving God, we pray to you in good times and also in difficult ones too. We give thanks for the blessings of our countryside. We pray for fine weather for our farmers and all those who work the land. Our prayers are for the land to dry up, so cattle can get out and crops sown. We pray for balance to our seasons and especially now we pray for some sunshine and dry weather. Amen.
FEALE CRAFTERS ARE BACK: The Square, Saturday, May 11.
GLIN Castle job; Full & Part Time positions available. Email your C.V. & Cover Letter to marietherese
LARTIGUE MONORAIL AND MUSEUM: Last train run at 4pm. The Summer Season has recommenced since May 1st. Check out the museum too when you visit. Further information 068 24393.
ALL IRELAND ROSARY RALLY – Knock – June 1st: The All Ireland Rosary Rally is back this year on Saturday, June 1st in Knock. The day begins with a Marian Conference at 9.30 am in St John’s Centre. Speakers include: Fr Michael Donnelly, Sr Ana Margarita Lanzas SCTJM, and Fr Joseph Maria Deane CFR. Then there will be an opportunity to meet over 20 apostolates from around Ireland from 11.30 am in St John’s Centre. A well-renowned speaker from Miami called Mother Adela Galindo will deliver the keynote Rosary talk at 1 pm in the Basilica. Then there will be the Stations of the Cross outside at 2 pm, followed by the Rosary Procession. Bishop Phonsie Cullinan will be the Main Celebrant of the 3 pm Concelebrated Mass which will include Anointing of the Sick. Confessions are available throughout the day, and there will be rosary and scapular-making workshops in the marquee. For more information and to see a list of buses going from around Ireland please visit www.AllIrelandRosaryRally.com
ALONE the organisation that enables older people age at home are looking for Telephone and Visitation Volunteers to support older people in the community. Call 0801 222 024 or see ALONE.ie/Volunteer for more info.’
VIGIL FOR PALESTINE The weekly Listowel Vigil for Palestine takes place every Tuesday,6pm – 7pm in The Square, Listowel. All Welcome. For information email gerirochford
DESMOND CASTLE NOW OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: The Castle NCW will be open until 05 November. Please note these dates may be subject to change. Please check with site in advance of any planned visit. Open daily 10:00 – 18:00. Further information 06977408.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: The Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage (Thursday 20th to Tuesday 25th June 2024) is back in its full capacity for 2024, bringing a full team of workers and assisted pilgrims. If you would like to be a volunteer helper on the pilgrimage, please contact the organisers of the pilgrimage at the Limerick Diocesan Office on 061-350000.
WILD ENCOUNTERS AND MINI ZOO: Be sure and plan an outing down the Ardagh side in Coolyroe to visit the Mini Zoo. Open Monday – Wednesday and at weekends. Book your visit on 061 974951.
SOCIAL DANCING IN DUAGH SPORTS AND LEISURE COMPLEX; There’s a fine crowd and a lovely floor in North Kerry’s newest dance venue every Friday night from 9-11pm.. Dancing on Friday, May 10 to Mike Condon. Admission €10.
BLOOD DONATIONS: 3,000 units needed per week to maintain the national blood supply. Phone 1800222111 for details of local clinics. The hospital requirements are 6% higher than this time last year.
RAMBLING HOUSE; Listowel on last Thursday of the month and Knockanure on the first Thursday of the month. Clounmacon Rambling house Friday, May 10. . Ita’s Rambling House at the Desmond Complex is on the 3rd. Friday each month. Knocalucka is on the 3rd. Tuesday of the month.
RALLY for Life Saturday 6th July at 2pm, at the Garden of Remembrance on Parnell Square in Dublin city Centre.
WOMENS WELL-BEING GROUP THROUGH HORSES: Sunday mornings, Re- connecting to yourself, slowing down, ground based, no horse riding, no horse experience needed, Fitzgerald’s Equestrian Centre. Contact Caitriona 085 2642374/kequinetherapiesandcounselling
PADRE PIO: ST Pio prayer meeting at Castleisland on May 14th 2024 – (Second Tuesday).
HEALTH: A Free Health Awareness Event for Older People on Wednesday 15 May in the Rose Hotel, Tralee from 10 am to 2pm. Information talks from Geriatrician, Dietician, Pharmacist , Physiotherapists. For further information please call 066 7104830. Unfortunately neither Bus Eireann nor the Green Bus to Trale arrive in time for this event.
MAUREEN’S HITTING THE ROAD AGAIN: This time she’s off to the Ring of Kerry on Sunday, May 26 and says “We will start our journey picking up people in Listowel the Square 9a,m. then onto Abbeyfeale 9.15am. bus stop opposite the Church. Newcastle West bus stop opposite the Longcourt House Hotel at 9.30am. We will have a stop for refreshments and in the evening we will have our dinner in the River Island Hotel, Castleisland. For more information and booking Contact Maureen 087 9845102”.
ROAD TRAFFIC ALERT: Many of the businesses are badly hit by the lines of traffic through town and no obvious parking places so please keep shopping in Abbeyfeale.
DEMENTIA INCLUSIVE LISTOWEL are holding a Memory Wellness and Dementia Awareness Event in Listowel Arms Hotel from 6.30pm – 9pm on Thursday, 16th May. This is a free event to promote the importance of memory wellness and will include an input from Consultant neurologist Dr. Antoinette O’Connor from Tallaght University Hospital. Her research has focused on investigating accessible biomarkers of Alzheimer’s disease, with a particular focus on early disease detection. This will be followed by a panel discussion . There will also be some information Stands open at 6.30pm. Places are limited. Booking is essential. To book please log onto deirdre.kearin
DUAGH SPORTS & LEISURE COMPLEX: A weekend of music takes place in the Complex on Friday 24th May and Saturday May 25th. The Tina Turner Tribute Act with Rebecca O’Connor takes centre stage with her tribute to the legendary songstress. Tickets – €30. On Saturday, May 25th, rising star Jack Keogh and The Kilkenny’s will be catering to those who enjoy Country and Folk. Tickets – €25. There is also a Weekend Ticket option for €50. Tickets can be purchased from any committee member or ring 087 2684540 or log onto Eventbrite.ie
FUNDRAISERS: Used Postage Stamps and used unwanted candles in addition to being dropped into Top Stitch, Church St. Newcastle West and in the box under the table in the church at the Sacristy entrance can also be dropped into the River Island Hotel, Castleisland, Sparks of Joy Charity Shop Tralee, Fitzpatrick’s coach hire Listowel, Central Clothes Shop in Kanturk and the Post Office Newmarket. Thank you sincerely to everyone for sending and dropping off stamps and candles. A big thank you to all of those people accepting these items for us . This month the Servite Sisters are celebrating 100 years of their presence in Mynanmar (Burma). We thank God for the wonderful work that they are doing in very difficult times under the military regime since the coup in 2021. Banks have been taken over by the military and the schools are shut so the sisters continue to educate, feed and shelter the young girls in their care. This would not be possible only for the wonderful help, donations, min marathons, coin jar collection and of course your help with the stamps.
ANNUAL ST PIO AND ST PHILOMENA PILGRIMAGE to San Giovanni and Mugnano will take place from 15th –19th July led by Michael O’Connor and Spiritual Director, Fr Sean Jones. For further information and booking please contact Michael 087 2677656 or JWT 01 2410800. The First Class relic of St. Pio is available from Michael for anyone who would like a blessing. Many Healings , Miracles and graces have taken place through the intercession of St. Pio.
RADIO MARIA: Radio Maria is a Catholic radio station, available via Saorview on television, – Saorview channel 210. It can also be listened to via their website radiomaria.ie Each day they have Mass, Rosary and other prayers, and Christian music and hymns. Also, discussions and talks on all aspects of the Christian faith and the Catholic Church. It is run by many dedicated people and deserves our support. Tune in and find programmes that you enjoy.
CARDS: There is a weekly Card Game at Athea GAA Clubhouse on Tuesday evenings from 8pm – 10.30pm. All welcome, come along & bring a friend.
GROW MENTAL HEALTH: Friendly Community based groups for anyone experiencing mental health issue through 12 Step Program of connection, hope, identity by empowering people to nurture their positive wellbeing by supporting personal growth through education, peer support and self-teaching. Contact Celia 086-1526966/ Danielle 086-1588626/Www.grow.ie
CHILDREN’S CHOIR: Thanks to all the children and their parents who have expressed interest in forming a children’s choir for the church. The plan is to sing at a Saturday evening Mass once a month. Noreen Cotter will be in contact shortly with all the parents and children who attended the information meeting on Monday night last, along with all those who have been in contact with Noreen, but were unable to attend Monday nights meeting. All children are welcome, and if parents have not yet been in contact, interested parents and grandparents should contact Noreen Cotter, Riona Curtin, Fr Willie and Fr Tony.
YOGA CLASSES: Yoga classes are held in Fr. Casey’s Club house every Monday evening from7-8.30pm with Mike Houlihan 0872732591. Finishing up at the end of June and back again early September.
JOB: Lifeguards Wanted: Are you interested in working as a Beach Lifeguard? Clare, Fingal and Limerick are currently looking for lifeguards for the 2024 period. You will be responsible for performing rescues, administering first aid and the supervision of activities at the beach amongst other duties. For further information about these roles and many more can be found at https://watersafety.ie/careers/
LOUGH DERG PILGRIMAGES: Three Day Pilgrimages begins Friday, May 31 until Thursday 15th August. https://www.loughderg.org/2024season/
CAMINO: A group from Athea are hoping to do 100km of the Camino Frances from Sarria to Santiago from June 12-19. Average walk 20km per day, please contact Denise on 086-6095716.
ST.ITA’S DAY CARE AND SHELTERED HOUSING: Meals on Wheels – Available to Everyone. Collect from the Centre or have it delivered. Monday, May 6 CLOSED DUE TO THE BANK HOLIDAY. Tuesday, May 7 Shepherd’s Pie or Chicken stir fry. Wednesday May 8 Glazed Ham or Braised Steak. Thursday May 9 Chicken casserole or Pork Chop. Friday, May 3 Fish or Meat Alternative. Please let us know if you require a Gluten Free option. Price List Soup €1, Main Meal €7, half portion €5. Plate of Vegetables and Potatoes €3. Dessert €2. Contact 068 51850.
JANICE CARRIG MINSTRY: Holy Spirit Prayer Meeting last Sunday of each month at the Desmond Complex at 3pm. Everyone welcome. Rosary, Divine Mercy, Scripture and healing. The world is so in need of prayers.
ACCORD CATHOLIC MARRIAGE CARE SERVICE CLG SEEKING MARRIAGE PREPARATION FACILITATORS
If you have a positive attitude towards marriage in the Catholic Church and have the enthusiasm to be part of the Accord team in supporting couples who are preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage Accord wants to hear from you! Successful applicants will receive professional training and will be part of a team.
DANCE: Social Dancing in Ballybunion every Tuesday night at 7.30pm.
SENIOR LINE: Would you like someone to talk to? SenioR Line is Ireland’s national telephone service for older people open every day of the year 10am-10pm, Freephone 1800 80 4591.
CHURCH NOTES: Co Parish Priests of the Pastoral Area: Fr Denis Mullane
087/2621911 Fr Tony Mullins 087/2600414 Fr Willie Russell 087/2272825 Fr Dan Lane (Retired) 087/2533030 Fr James Ambrose (Retired) Tel 087/7740753. Divine Mercy Meetings will take place every Monday evening after 7 pm Mass. Baptisms in Abbeyfeale will be celebrated on the first Saturday of each month at 5.00pm. Also, on the second Sunday of the month after the 12noon Mass. Contact the Sacristy 068/51915 during Mass Times.
Mass Intentions: Saturday 6.30pm Jeremiah Roche, Caherhayes . Dermot & Willie Leahy Mountmahon. Sunday 10am Nora O’Donnell 1st Anniversary & Daniel O’Donnell The Hill. Tom & Patrick McCarthy, Caherhayes . Maureen & Bob Browne, Church Street. 12noon Andrew Regan late of New Street & Killarney Road residing in Ennis who died recently. Henry McGill, Ballybehy. Tom Collins. Society of the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart (MSC) “Have you ever dreamed of walking the Camino. Join the MSC Missions as we walk the shaded lanes and valleys of the Camino Ingles walking from Ferrol to Santiago in Northern Spain from July 29 – August 5. The temperature in this part of northern Spain in July is perfect for walking, like a balmy summer day in Ireland. For more details of this fundraising pilgrimage ring Mary at 021 454 6691 or email mary.morrish Adult choir practice every Wednesday evening at 7.30pm. Aware Depression & Bipolar Disorder Support supportmail Bodywhys Eating Disorders Associations of Ireland alex 01 2107906. Information and Support for Birth Mothers – whose babies were placed for adoption may be found at www.birthinfo.ie or by calling the relevant section of TUSLA at +353 818 445 500. Grow Mental Health- Friendly Community based groups for anyone experiencing mental health issue through 12 Step Program of connection, hope, identity by empowering people to nurture their positive wellbeing by supporting personal growth through education, peer support and self-teaching. Based in 33 Henry Street and Croom, several meetings including new meeting on Monday 11-1pm. Contact Michael 086-6063182/Celia 0861526966/Www.grow.ie Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage is back in its full capacity for 2024, bringing a full team of workers and assisted pilgrims. If you know someone (family member, neighbour, friend etc.) who would like to travel as part of our assisted pilgrim section please let them know. Further information available from Limerick Diocesan Office on 061-350000.
GROW MENTAL HEALTH: Friendly Community based groups for anyone experiencing mental health issue through 12 Step Program of connection, hope, identity by empowering people to nurture their positive wellbeing by supporting personal growth through education, peer support and self-teaching. Contact Celia 086-1526966/ Danielle 086-1588626/Www.grow.ie
LOUGH DERG PILGRIMAGES 2024: A pilgrimage to Lough Derg is all about letting go, a time to see one’s daily life as it truly is. The Three Day Pilgrimage provides a kind of breathing space in which people can calmly explore and reflect on where they find themselves in their lives at that moment in time. Part of the spiritual benefits of any pilgrimage is learning to take nothing we have for granted. It is an opportunity to give thanks to God for having the health, the time, and the freedom to do the pilgrimage. It’s a moment to remember one’s loved ones at home and anyone who particularly asked for prayers, and also to say a prayer for fellow pilgrims. Lough Derg is a sacred place apart to bring burdens and leave them behind, to seek healing for wounds and to ask for them to be healed. These are just some of the reasons pilgrims continue to travel to the sacred Island. One Day Retreat. May: Sunday 12th, Tuesday 14th, Saturday 18th, Saturday 25th & Monday 27th. The Three Day Pilgrimage will commence on Thursday 1st June and continue until 15th August (Sunday 13th August is the final day for pilgrims to begin the Three Day Pilgrimage for 2023). Admission €80 | Booking advised | Concessions available for students, seniors and groups. If you have any questions or queries regarding booking, please contact Lough Derg by email: info or telephone: +353 (0)71 9861518.
PARKRUN in Listowel takes place every Saturday morning from 9:30am.
MEDJUGORJE PILGRIMAGES: 18th—25th Sept 2024. Cost €510. For further information contact Tom Collins: 086 8380406. Group Leader: Maura Harksen. Spiritual Director: Fr. Francis Nolan, 11th September for 7 nights. Return flights from Cork to Dubrovnik, 7 nights in Hotel Dubrovnik. Breakfast & Dinner each day. Full Religious Programme. €879, per person sharing. Optional: Travel insurance and single supplement. Joe Walsh guides and representative throughout. For details & bookings contact: Maura O’Keeffe Harcksen (Tralee) on 087 151 7696 or 066 7127143.
ABBEYFEALE COMMUNITY ALERT: Seminar for Over 50’s Galway on Tuesday, May 22 and Wednesday, May 23 from 10-4pm at the Salthill Hotel. Email info @slp.ie for further information and for free admission. Bus Eireann leaves every morning at 7am and meets the Galway Bus at the Bus Station. Log onto Hi Digital – the step by step course to learn some digital skills and it’s free. Ring them on 1800203030. There are classes available at the Adult Education Centre to learn how to use smart phones and also in beginners computers. Ring 068 31198 to register for the classes beginning again in September. If you are travelling abroad for medical or cosmetic procedures, you should inform yourself of both the risks and benefits of any procedures and discuss the plans with your medical practitioner before committing to any procedure abroad. If you are having a drink abroad, try to ensure drinks are poured from an original, sealed bottle. Whatever you do don’t click on any links that are texted to you. I very nearly got caught myself last week after receiving an email confirming my anti virus protection from Norton mar ya at an annual rate of $650. There was an American number to use to confirm or cancel and as I have free calls to the US I very nearly rang to cancel. If I had they would have had access to my bank details. Keep your security settings or security software up to date on your computer and change your passwords regularly. Once you reach the age of 65 and live alone or with a person/s aged over 65 you are entitled to receive a monitored alarm system. But if you have younger people living in the house who are out for long periods of the day then because you are spending hours alone you are also entitled to the system provided that you are over 65. The free equipment is provided by Pobal following an application from Abbeyfeale Community Alert, there will be a monitoring fee to be paid from the second year of installation to the installing company of €72. Please note that this fee has increased by €6 and is payable in a lump sum each year after year one. Should you not have a landline the installing company Task provide a sim card at a rate of €7.50 per month payable from day one. Committee members are Michael O’Kelly N.T., Seamus Stack, Mossie Gleeson, Kathleen Collins, Mary McArthur, John O’Sullivan, Billy Quirke N.T., Cllr. Francis Foley, Susan Daly, Catherine Daly, Marian Harnett
PROLOGUE: If people are doubting how far you can go, go so far that you can’t hear them anymore.
FLEADH BY THE FEALE: The 30th Annual Fleadh takes place over next weekend and hopefully the weather will improve again. It’s a packed few days and this is just a flavour of what’s in store. Presentation of Art Posters and entertainment from Scoil Mháthair Dé at 7.30pm on Thursday with Oíche Cheoil agus Caint in Thomas T J’s later. Busking Friday at 7pm and entertainment on the stage in the Square with Athea and Tournafulla Wren Boys at 8.15pm, WL Singing Club in the Ramble Inn at 9pm and Set Dance Ceili in Fr. Casey’s at 9.30pm along with sessions in most of the pubs. Saturday Workshops from 11.30am. Youth Trad Session in Donal and Ann’s 2.30 -4pm. Evening Mass at 6.30pm with Choir, Session on the Gig Rig with Templeglantine Comhaltas Group also at 6.30pm. Celtic Steps in Colaiste Ide agus Iosef at 8pm supported by their brilliant school band. Brosna Ceili Band Reunion in Leens Hotel at 9pm with book launch. Sunday 12 noon Memorial Mass for past committee members. 2pm Family Fun Day in the Square including a Trad Disco with DJ Jeremiah Roche. Afternoon of story telling with Daisy Kearney in St. Ita’s Hall at 3pm. A tribute to founder member Dan Murphy RIP at 4pm in Murphy’s Bar. Winners of the Busking on the Gig Rig at 4pm. The Mulcahy family in concert in the Glórach at 8pm. Monday May 6 Open Bones Workshop in the Hub at 4pm. Fee €10. Ballydonoghue/Lisselton CCE on the Gig Rig in the Square at 6.45pm followed by the Junior Bones at 7.15pm and followed again by The Senior Bones at 8pm. Tuesday May 7 Back to work or retire to the leaba.
SET DANCING FOR BEGINNERS: Timmy Woulfe will commence a set dancing class for adult beginners in The Library, Athea on Monday, May 6. Contact him for further information on 087 9451247.
MEETING IN TEACH NA FÉILE NEW STREET: A meeting will be held in Teach na Féile, New Street on Wednesday, May 1 at 6pm. An invitation has been issued to Limerick City and County Council and Abbeyfeale Community Council to attend to meet with Abbeyfeale’s business owners and residents.
ANNUAL DOG SHOW: The Town Park are busy getting ready for the annual dog show on Sunday May 19th at 2pm. Your support will be very welcome.
SWIFT DOC: A new minor injury medical clinic is opening this Wednesday at the Work Hub on Main St. Contact the clinic on 818009911 Monday-Friday 6-10pm and Saturday and Sunday 9-6pm.
FUNDRAISING DANCE: Tony Noonan of Noonan’s Christmas LightS is holding a fundraising dance in the Railway on Friday May 3 with music by Olivia Douglas. All proceeds to the Carol Liston O’Connor fund.
DID YOU KNOW: Did you know that the average age of priests in the Diocese of Limerick is 72? There are 47 priests under the age of 75 in active ministry. There are 41 priests who are over 75 who are retired or retired earlier below that age on health grounds. There are 9 priests serving in the diocese from abroad. No ordination in the diocese in 10 years. There is 1 student for the priesthood in formation for the diocese. There are 60 parishes in the diocese. For information on becoming a priest in the Diocese of Limerick contact Sr. Mara Rose McDonell, O.P. at vocations
AN AFTERNOON OF STORYTELLING: The lady with the best memory for telling stories Daisy Kearney will host an afternoon of storytelling at St. Ita’s Hall, Main St. on Sunday, May 5 from 3pm. Admission €5. Tea/Coffee served.
JIVING LESSONS AT THE RAILWAY: Friday nights. 8.30pm. No partner required. Contact Tom 087 9360421.
NOREEN BARRY’S PLAYSCHOOL: Noreen is now taking booking for September. Call her on 087 2499797 or visit the school at Teach na Féile New Street from 9 – 12 noon.
MARCH FOR LIFE: Shining a spotlight on Ireland’s abortion law and calling for compassionate support systems for expectant mothers. The March for Life is more than just a demonstration; it’s a collective voice demanding change, unity, and empowerment for women facing challenging choices. Bank Holiday Monday, 6th May, 2:00pm. Marching in Dublin from St. Stephen’s Green to Leinster House. All support welcome.
BIBLE: By popular demand, Pat Higgins and Sean O Mochain are continuing their ‘Journey through the Bible’ for the next six Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30pm in Athea Library. All are welcome, no experience necessary.
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PRAYER FOR IMPROVEMENT IN THE WEATHER: We continue to pray even as the weather improves and in Thanksgiving too “ Loving God, we pray to you in good times and also in difficult ones too. We give thanks for the blessings of our countryside. We pray for fine weather for our farmers and all those who work the land. Our prayers are for the land to dry up, so cattle can get out and crops sown. We pray for balance to our seasons and especially now we pray for some sunshine and dry weather. Amen.
FEALE CRAFTERS ARE BACK: The Square, Saturday, May 11.
GLIN Castle job; Full & Part Time positions available. Email your C.V. & Cover Letter to marietherese
LARTIGUE MONORAIL AND MUSEUM: Last train run at 4pm. The Summer Season will recommence on Monday May 1st. Check out the museum too when you visit. Further information 068 24393.
ALL IRELAND ROSARY RALLY – Knock – June 1st: The All Ireland Rosary Rally is back this year on Saturday, June 1st in Knock. The day begins with a Marian Conference at 9.30 am in St John’s Centre. Speakers include: Fr Michael Donnelly, Sr Ana Margarita Lanzas SCTJM, and Fr Joseph Maria Deane CFR. Then there will be an opportunity to meet over 20 apostolates from around Ireland from 11.30 am in St John’s Centre. A well-renowned speaker from Miami called Mother Adela Galindo will deliver the keynote Rosary talk at 1 pm in the Basilica. Then there will be the Stations of the Cross outside at 2 pm, followed by the Rosary Procession. Bishop Phonsie Cullinan will be the Main Celebrant of the 3 pm Concelebrated Mass which will include Anointing of the Sick. Confessions are available throughout the day, and there will be rosary and scapular-making workshops in the marquee. For more information and to see a list of buses going from around Ireland please visit www.AllIrelandRosaryRally.com
ALONE the organisation that enables older people age at home are looking for Telephone and Visitation Volunteers to support older people in the community. Call 0801 222 024 or see ALONE.ie/Volunteer for more info.’
RALLY: Ireland International Rally of the Lakes will take place from May 3- 5.
VIGIL FOR PALESTINE The weekly Listowel Vigil for Palestine takes place every Tuesday,6pm – 7pm in The Square, Listowel. All Welcome. For information email gerirochford
DESMOND CASTLE NOW OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: The Castle NCW will be open until 05 November. Please note these dates may be subject to change. Please check with site in advance of any planned visit. Open daily 10:00 – 18:00. Further information 06977408.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: The Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage (Thursday 20th to Tuesday 25th June 2024) is back in its full capacity for 2024, bringing a full team of workers and assisted pilgrims. If you would like to be a volunteer helper on the pilgrimage, please contact the organisers of the pilgrimage at the Limerick Diocesan Office on 061-350000.
CONGRATULATIONS: Kevin Prendiville was crowned King of the Jungle Saturday night at the huge fundraiser to raise funds for the astro turf pitch at Abbeyfeale’s soccer club. Kevin’s grandmother is the famous MaryJo who graced the stage back in the day and whose performances are still remembered fondly.
WILD ENCOUNTERS AND MINI ZOO: Be sure and plan an outing down the Ardagh side in Coolyroe to visit the Mini Zoo. Open Monday – Wednesday and at weekends. Book your visit on 061 974951.
SOCIAL DANCING IN DUAGH SPORTS AND LEISURE COMPLEX; There’s a fine crowd and a lovely floor in North Kerry’s newest dance venue every Friday night from 9-11pm.. Dancing on Friday, May 3. Admission €10.
BLOOD DONATIONS: 3,000 units needed per week to maintain the national blood supply. Phone 1800222111 for details of local clinics. The hospital requirements are 6% higher than this time last year.
RAMBLING HOUSE; Listowel on last Thursday of the month and Knockanure on the first Thursday of the month. Clounmacon Rambling house Friday, May 10. . Ita’s Rambling House at the Desmond Complex is on the 3rd. Friday each month. Knocalucka is on the 3rd. Tuesday of the month.
RALLY for Life Saturday 6th July at 2pm, at the Garden of Remembrance on Parnell Square in Dublin city Centre.
BARNAGH TO ABBEYFEALE GREENWAY: John Nelligan reminded me of this piece from The Independent 2021-07-02.
“After Barnagh, the next stop is Templeglantine, a welcoming village with a shop and hotel. The village is home to Holy Trinity Church, built in 1829 and one of the oldest churches still in use in the region. Just outside Templeglantine is Tullig Wood, a tranquil forest rich in native flora and fauna.
Take a rest underneath the oak and ash trees and watch out for the willow warblers and chiffchaffs that live in their branches. As the summer sets in, the forest is roofed by the leaves of native hardwood trees, like oak, ash, hazel, and birch, as well as imported trees like beech.
The natural surroundings of Tullig Wood soon give way to bustling Abbeyfeale, one of the most culturally unique towns in the region. As part of the Sliabh Luachra tradition, Abbeyfeale is a hub for Irish music and dance, and home to the Glórach Theatre and the annual Fleadh by the Feale festival. As the final town on the Limerick Greenway, it’s a great place to spend the night and take in a trad session at one of the many local pubs.”
WOMENS WELL-BEING GROUP THROUGH HORSES: Sunday mornings, Re- connecting to yourself, slowing down, ground based, no horse riding, no horse experience needed, Fitzgerald’s Equestrian Centre. Contact Caitriona 085 2642374/kequinetherapiesandcounselling
PADRE PIO: ST Pio prayer meeting at Castleisland on May 14th 2024 – (Second Tuesday).
ROAD TRAFFIC ALERT: Many of the businesses are badly hit by the lines of traffic through town and no obvious parking places so please keep shopping in Abbeyfeale.
STORYTELLING: Daisy Kearney will host an afternoon of storytelling at St. Ita’s Hall, Main St. Abbeyfeale on Sunday, May 5 from 3pm.
DEMENTIA INCLUSIVE LISTOWEL are holding a Memory Wellness and Dementia Awareness Event in Listowel Arms Hotel from 6.30pm – 9pm on Thursday, 16th May. This is a free event to promote the importance of memory wellness and will include an input from Consultant neurologist Dr. Antoinette O’Connor from Tallaght University Hospital. Her research has focused on investigating accessible biomarkers of Alzheimer’s disease, with a particular focus on early disease detection. This will be followed by a panel discussion . There will also be some information Stands open at 6.30pm. Places are limited. Booking is essential. To book please log onto deirdre.kearin
DANCE: Tony Noonan of Noonan’s Christmas Light is holding a fundraising dance in the Railway on Friday May 3 with music by Olivia Douglas. All proceeds to the Carol Liston O’Connor fund.
FUNDRAISERS: Used Postage Stamps and used unwanted candles in addition to being dropped into Top Stitch, Church St. Newcastle West in the box under the table in the church at the Sacristy entrance, River Island Hotel, Castleisland, Sparks of Joy Charity Shop Tralee, Fitzpatrick’s coach hire Listowel, Central Clothes Shop in Kanturk, Post Office Newmarket, Thank you sincerely to everyone for sending and dropping off stamps and candles. A big thank you to all of those people accepting these items for us . This month the Servite Sisters are celebrating 100 years of their presence in Mynanmar (Burma). We thank God for the wonderful work that they are doing in very difficult times under the military regime since the coup in 2021. Banks have been taken over by the military and the schools are shut so the sisters continue to educate, feed and shelter the young girls in their care. This would not be possible only for the wonderful help, donations, min marathons, coin jar collection and of course your help with the stamps.
BURREN OUTDOOR RETREAT: Saturday May 4th – Monday May 6th. Would you like to come on a guided journey through the Burren with its limestone pavements, rare flora and ancient sacred sites? Let the beauty of the amazing Burren landscape renew you in body and soul. Information: Mary 087 970 1130. Booking: Noirin 087 447 9115.
ANNUAL ST PIO AND ST PHILOMENA PILGRIMAGE to San Giovanni and Mugnano will take place from 15th –19th July led by Michael O’Connor and Spiritual Director, Fr Sean Jones. For further information and booking please contact Michael 087 2677656 or JWT 01 2410800. The First Class relic of St. Pio is available from Michael for anyone who would like a blessing. Many Healings , Miracles and graces have taken place through the intercession of St. Pio.
RADIO MARIA: Radio Maria is a Catholic radio station, available via Saorview on television, – Saorview channel 210. It can also be listened to via their website radiomaria.ie Each day they have Mass, Rosary and other prayers, and Christian music and hymns. Also, discussions and talks on all aspects of the Christian faith and the Catholic Church. It is run by many dedicated people and deserves our support. Tune in and find programmes that you enjoy.
BRUACH NA CARRAIGE ROCKCHAPEL: Sunday 5th of May @8pm The Glen Theatre Drama Group Banteer bring their production of John B Keane’s play "The Rain at the end of Summer". Tickets available on ticketstop.ie or at 087 3236049.
CHILDREN’S CHOIR: We are hoping to get a Children’s Church Choir off the ground in the parish. We would like offer to all children in the parish the opportunity to sing and it will be open to páistí from 1st to 6th class. We are trying to keep it as simple as possible so as not to be adding pressure to children, parents or those involved in organising and have it as an enjoyable experience for all. The plan is to sing at a Saturday evening mass once a month. Fr. Tony will organise an information evening for interested parents later this month. We would envisage that the children will be dropped a little earlier than 6.30pm so that they have time to rehearse together. Interested parents and grandparents should contact Noreen Cotter, Riona Curtin, Fr Willie and Fr Tony.
WALK IN NATURE: “All God’s creatures have a place in the choir” Walk in Templeglantine A nature walk led by Fr. Michael Long who is a Kiltegan Priest. On Monday May 6th beginning at 3pm in Templeglantine Hall where the walk will begin to Devon Wood which is about 20 minutes away. People can come from other places along the greenway to join us at the Templeglantine end of the Devon wood where Fr Michael will speak to us. All are welcome.
POOR CLARES: The Poor Clare Sisters in Galway are hosting an online Q&A for young women who would like to know more about the Poor Clare way of life. The event will take place from 7-8:30pm on Wednesday, May 1st For more information contact vocations
YOGA CLASSES: Yoga classes are held in Fr. Casey’s Club house every Monday evening from7-8.30pm with Mike Houlihan 0872732591. Finishing up at the end of June and back again early September.
JOB: Lifeguards Wanted: Are you interested in working as a Beach Lifeguard? Clare, Fingal and Limerick are currently looking for lifeguards for the 2024 period. You will be responsible for performing rescues, administering first aid and the supervision of activities at the beach amongst other duties. For further information about these roles and many more can be found at https://watersafety.ie/careers/
LOUGH DERG PILGRIMAGES: Three Day Pilgrimages begins Friday, May 31 until Thursday 15th August. https://www.loughderg.org/2024season/
CAMINO: A group from Athea are hoping to do 100km of the Camino Frances from Sarria to Santiago from June 12-19. Average walk 20km per day, please contact Denise on 086-6095716.
ST.ITA’S DAY CARE AND SHELTERED HOUSING: Meals on Wheels – Available to Everyone. Collect from the Centre or have it delivered. Monday, April 29 Chicken on the Bone or Pasta Bolognaise. Tuesday, April 30 Bacon and Cabbage or Beef Stir-fry. Wednesday, May 1 Braised Steak or Sweet and Sour Chicken. Thursday, May 2 Lamb Chop or Chicken Fillet. Ham. Friday, May 3 Fish or Meat Alternative. Please let us know if you require a Gluten Free option. Price List Soup €1, Main Meal €7, half portion €5. Plate of Vegetables and Potatoes €3. Dessert €2. Contact 068 51850.
JANICE CARRIG MINSTRY: Holy Spirit Prayer Meeting last Sunday of each month at the Desmond Complex at 3pm. Everyone welcome. Rosary, Divine Mercy, Scripture and healing. The world is so in need of prayers.
40 HOUR FOR VOCATIONS TO THE PRIESTHOOD: in St. Brigid’s Chapel, Church of the Resurrection Killarney: Thursday 5th May beginning at 5 p. m. Finishing with Holy Mass on Saturday 23rd May. 0876884124.
ACCORD CATHOLIC MARRIAGE CARE SERVICE CLG SEEKING MARRIAGE PREPARATION FACILITATORS
If you have a positive attitude towards marriage in the Catholic Church and have the enthusiasm to be part of the Accord team in supporting couples who are preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage Accord wants to hear from you! Successful applicants will receive professional training and will be part of a team.
DANCE: Social Dancing in Ballybunion every Tuesday night at 7.30pm.
SENIOR LINE: Would you like someone to talk to? SenioR Line is Ireland’s national telephone service for older people open every day of the year 10am-10pm, Freephone 1800 80 4591.
CHURCH NOTES: Co Parish Priests of the Pastoral Area: Fr Denis Mullane
087/2621911 Fr Tony Mullins 087/2600414 Fr Willie Russell 087/2272825 Fr Dan Lane (Retired) 087/2533030 Fr James Ambrose (Retired) Tel 087/7740753. Divine Mercy Meetings will take place every Monday evening after 7 pm Mass. Baptisms in Abbeyfeale will be celebrated on the first Saturday of each month at 5.00pm. Also, on the second Sunday of the month after the 12noon Mass. Contact the Sacristy 068/51915 during Mass Times.
Mass Intentions: Thursday 10am Ann Romain Clash Anniversary. Intentions for next weekend Saturday 6.30pm Agata Bajek. Sunday 10am Mick (Fox) Harnett, Dromtrasna Collins Anniversary. Lena & Paddy Flynn, Duagh Anniversary. 12noon Dr Michael O’Mahony Canada 1st Anniversary. Hannah O’Donoghue Collins Park Anniversary. Society of the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart (MSC) “Have you ever dreamed of walking the Camino. Join the MSC Missions as we walk the shaded lanes and valleys of the Camino Ingles walking from Ferrol to Santiago in Northern Spain from July 29 – August 5. The temperature in this part of northern Spain in July is perfect for walking, like a balmy summer day in Ireland. For more details of this fundraising pilgrimage ring Mary at 021 454 6691 or email mary.morrish Adult choir practice every Wednesday evening at 7.30pm. Aware Depression & Bipolar Disorder Support supportmail Bodywhys Eating Disorders Associations of Ireland alex 01 2107906. Information and Support for Birth Mothers – whose babies were placed for adoption may be found at www.birthinfo.ie or by calling the relevant section of TUSLA at +353 818 445 500. Grow Mental Health- Friendly Community based groups for anyone experiencing mental health issue through 12 Step Program of connection, hope, identity by empowering people to nurture their positive wellbeing by supporting personal growth through education, peer support and self-teaching. Based in 33 Henry Street and Croom, several meetings including new meeting on Monday 11-1pm. Contact Michael 086-6063182/Celia 0861526966/Www.grow.ie Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage is back in its full capacity for 2024, bringing a full team of workers and assisted pilgrims. If you know someone (family member, neighbour, friend etc.) who would like to travel as part of our assisted pilgrim section please let them know. Further information available from Limerick Diocesan Office on 061-350000.
MARCH FOR LIFE: Shining a spotlight on Ireland’s abortion law and calling for compassionate support systems for expectant mothers. The March for Life is more than just a demonstration; it’s a collective voice demanding change, unity, and empowerment for women facing challenging choices. Bank Holiday Monday, 6th May, 2:00pm, 2024. Marching in Dublin from St. Stephen’s Green to Leinster House. All support welcome.
GROW MENTAL HEALTH: Friendly Community based groups for anyone experiencing mental health issue through 12 Step Program of connection, hope, identity by empowering people to nurture their positive wellbeing by supporting personal growth through education, peer support and self-teaching. Contact Celia 086-1526966/ Danielle 086-1588626/Www.grow.ie
LOUGH DERG PILGRIMAGES 2024: A pilgrimage to Lough Derg is all about letting go, a time to see one’s daily life as it truly is. The Three Day Pilgrimage provides a kind of breathing space in which people can calmly explore and reflect on where they find themselves in their lives at that moment in time. Part of the spiritual benefits of any pilgrimage is learning to take nothing we have for granted. It is an opportunity to give thanks to God for having the health, the time, and the freedom to do the pilgrimage. It’s a moment to remember one’s loved ones at home and anyone who particularly asked for prayers, and also to say a prayer for fellow pilgrims. Lough Derg is a sacred place apart to bring burdens and leave them behind, to seek healing for wounds and to ask for them to be healed. These are just some of the reasons pilgrims continue to travel to the sacred Island. One Day Retreat. May: Sunday 12th, Tuesday 14th, Saturday 18th, Saturday 25th & Monday 27th. The Three Day Pilgrimage will commence on Thursday 1st June and continue until 15th August (Sunday 13th August is the final day for pilgrims to begin the Three Day Pilgrimage for 2023). Admission €80 | Booking advised | Concessions available for students, seniors and groups. If you have any questions or queries regarding booking, please contact Lough Derg by email: info or telephone: +353 (0)71 9861518.
PARKRUN in Listowel takes place every Saturday morning from 9:30am.
MEDJUGORJE PILGRIMAGES: 18th—25th Sept 2024. Cost €510. For further information contact Tom Collins: 086 8380406. Group Leader: Maura Harksen. Spiritual Director: Fr. Francis Nolan, 11th September for 7 nights. Return flights from Cork to Dubrovnik, 7 nights in Hotel Dubrovnik. Breakfast & Dinner each day. Full Religious Programme. €879, per person sharing. Optional: Travel insurance and single supplement. Joe Walsh guides and representative throughout. For details & bookings contact: Maura O’Keeffe Harcksen (Tralee) on 087 151 7696 or 066 7127143.
ABBEYFEALE COMMUNITY ALERT: Seminar for Over 50’s Galway on Tuesday, May 22 and Wednesday, May 23 from 10-4pm at the Salthill Hotel. Email info @slp.ie for further information and for free admission. Bus Eireann leaves every morning at 7am and meets the Galway Bus at the Bus Station. Log onto Hi Digital – the step by step course to learn some digital skills and it’s free. Ring them on 1800203030. If you are travelling for medical or cosmetic procedures, you should inform yourself of both the risks and benefits of any procedures and discuss the plans with your medical practitioner before committing to any procedure abroad. If you are having a drink abroad, try to ensure drinks are poured from an original, sealed bottle. Whatever you do don’t click on any links that are texted to you. I very nearly got caught myself last week after receiving an email confirming my anti virus protection from Norton mar ya at an annual rate of $650. There was an American number to use to confirm or cancel and as I have free calls to the US I very nearly rang to cancel. If I had they would have had access to my bank details. Keep your security settings or security software up to date on your computer and change your passwords regularly. Once you reach the age of 65 and live alone or with a person/s aged over 65 you are entitled to receive a monitored alarm system. But if you have younger people living in the house who are out for long periods of the day then because you are spending hours alone you are also entitled to the system provided that you are over 65. The free equipment is provided by Pobal following an application from Abbeyfeale Community Alert, there will be a monitoring fee to be paid from the second year of installation to the installing company of €72. Please note that this fee has increased by €6 and is payable in a lump sum each year after year one. Should you not have a landline the installing company Task provide a sim card at a rate of €7.50 per month payable from day one. Committee members are Michael O’Kelly N.T., Seamus Stack, Mossie Gleeson, Kathleen Collins, Mary McArthur, John O’Sullivan, Billy Quirke N.T., Cllr. Francis Foley, Susan Daly, Catherine Daly, Marian Harnett
PROLOGUE: Just because you can’t see the air doesn’t mean you stop breathing. And just because you cannot see God doesn’t mean you stop believing. Meelin Rockchapel Newmarket Newsletter.
CONGRATULATIONS: Ailey Lyons a student in Colaiste Ide agus Iosef has won the title of Shannon Region Junior Chef of the Year.
CHILDREN’S CHOIR: We are hoping to get a Children’s Church Choir off the ground in the parish. We would like offer to all children in the parish the opportunity to sing and it will be open to páistí from 1st to 6th class. We are trying to keep it as simple as possible so as. not to be adding pressure to children, parents or those involved in organising and have it as an enjoyable experience for all. The plan is to sing at a Saturday evening mass once a month. Fr. Tony will organise an information evening for interested parents later this month. We would envisage that the children will be dropped a little earlier than 6.30pm so that they have time to rehearse together. Interested parents and grandparents should contact Noreen Cotter, Riona Curtin, Fr Willie and Fr Tony.
SWIFT DOC: A new minor injury medical clinic is opening this Wednesday at the Work Hub on Main St. Contact the clinic on 818009911 Monday-Friday 6-10pm and Saturday and Sunday 9-6pm.
FUNDRAISING DANCE: Tony Noonan of Noonan’s Christmas Light is holding a fundraising dance in the Railway on Friday May 3 with music by Olivia Douglas. All proceeds to the Carol Liston O’Connor fund.
DID YOU KNOW: Did you know that the average age of priests in the Diocese of Limerick is 72? There are 47 priests under the age of 75 in active ministry. There are 41 priests who are over 75 who are retired or retired earlier below that age on health grounds. There are 9 priests serving in the diocese from abroad. No ordination in the diocese in 10 years. There is 1 student for the priesthood in formation for the diocese. There are 60 parishes in the diocese. For information on becoming a priest in the Diocese of Limerick contact Sr. Mara Rose McDonell, O.P. at vocations
AN AFTERNOON OF STORYTELLING: The lady with the best memory for telling stories Daisy Kearney will host an afternoon of storytelling at St. Ita’s Hall, Main St. on Sunday, May 5 from 3pm. Admission €5. Tea/Coffee served.
ST. PATRICK’S DAY 2024: Abbeyfeale St Patricks Day committee would like to thank everyone who supported this year’s festivities in any way. We would especially like to thank the following:To Abbeyfeale Community Council to providing volunteers, promoting, and showcasing the eventson social media. To all the businesses in town that decorated windows, entered floats, or put on offers and events. To Feale Crafters for their wonderful displays. To the people who provided entertainment, Treasa Guerin for the Puppet Show and Balloon Twisting, Drum Dance Ireland, Tara Hartigan, Jenny O Connell and the Ukrainian volunteers who provided face paint, to Ricky O Brien for helping with tattoos, Templeglantine Comhaltas musicians and dancers and James Kennedy for providing PA system. To Seamus Lane who led the parade and to everyone that took part in the parade. To the MC Seamus Hogan and to the dignitaries that supported the parade. To all the people that helped in any way to get the square ready for the event especially Jimmy Cahilland Vincent Sheehy. To All Star Deliveries Ltd and Helen Kelleher for providing the stage. To Mary Fitzgerald, Little Nero’s for providing the space, Mikey O’ Connor from Mikeys Fruit and Veg for the canopy and St Marys Boys School for chairs. To everyone that helped with promoting the event, ACC, Marian Harnett, Limerick Leader, Weekly Observer, Kerry’s Eye, Limerick Post, John Morris JDM Photography, Live 95 FM, local businesses, and the public. To all the teachers and students in the local schools that coloured posters and to Aodhan Cotter for decorating the town windows.To Florrie and Paul Stack for supplying the power. Sponsors: Abbeyfeale Credit Union, SuperValu, Kathleens Food store, AIB, Limerick City and Co Council, An Siopa Milsean, , Leens Hotel, Spin Doctor Cycles, Danielle O Donoghue, Liam Ruttle, Feale Print and Design, James Harnett, Macs Hardware, Riordan’s Vet, Curtins Vet, Nicky Cotter. Volunteers: Hilary Collins, Esther O Connell, Ali Rae and Michael, James Harnett, Maurice O Connell, Tracy Cooke, Ann and Colette, Meave and Timmy Cotter and Kevin Foley. Finally, to all the public that supported the Church gate collection and the overall event. It would not have gone ahead without you. We were overwhelmed with the support this year, not only from the people of Abbeyfeale but the surrounding towns and villages as well. Thank you to everyone who filled in our online survey and who put their names forward to help with the organisation n, we will be in touch with you shortly. We hope we did not forget to mention anyone who contributed. Looking forward to seeing you all next year for our parade.
LATIN MASS: LATIN MASS will be offered on Sunday 28th April at 12.00 noon at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Rathass, Tralee by Fr. Bernard Healy. More info from LatinMassTralee.
JIVING LESSONS AT THE RAILWAY: Friday nights. 8.30pm. No partner required. Contact Tom 087 9360421.
NOREEN BARRY’S PLAYSCHOOL: Noreen is now taking booking for September. Call her on 087 2499797 or visit the school at Teach na Féile New Street from 9 – 12 noon.
COFFEE MORNING FOR MISSION IN SOUTH SUDAN: A huge thank you to all who supported, baked, donated, ran the raffle, served the teas last Saturday. Fran Leahy will be travelling shortly and all your donations will go directly to be spend on the late Fr. Tim’s Mission.
MARCH FOR LIFE: Shining a spotlight on Ireland’s abortion law and calling for compassionate support systems for expectant mothers. The March for Life is more than just a demonstration; it’s a collective voice demanding change, unity, and empowerment for women facing challenging choices. Bank Holiday Monday, 6th May, 2:00pm. Marching in Dublin from St. Stephen’s Green to Leinster House. All support welcome.
BIBLE: By popular demand, Pat Higgins and Sean O Mochain are continuing their ‘Journey through the Bible’ for the next six Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30pm in Athea Library. All are welcome, no experience necessary.
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PRAYER FOR IMPROVEMENT IN THE WEATHER: We continue to pray even as the weather improves: “ Loving God, we pray to you in good times and also in difficult ones too. We give thanks for the blessings of our countryside. We pray for fine weather for our farmers and all those who work the land. Our prayers are for the land to dry up, so cattle can get out and crops sown. We pray for balance to our seasons and especially now we pray for some sunshine and dry weather. Amen.”
INFORMATION EVENT FOR OVER 60’S: A huge thank you to Dearbhla of West Limerick Resources for the very interesting seminar held last Thursday, April 18 in The Longcourt Hotel, Newcastlewest. The speakers – Clare Flynn Mental Health Ireland, Karen Fenessy Healthy Age Friendly Homes Programme, Michele Gilbourne Solicitor and Anne Goughan Local Link Limerick provided the very large attendance with information which will prove of great use to all of us as we enter our golden years.
FLEADH BY THE FEALE CELEBRATES 30 YEARS: PRO Lorcan Curtin sends the following: Preparations are well underway for what promises to be a momentous celebration over the May Bank Holiday weekend as the Fleadh by the Feale festival reaches a significant milestone. Now in its 30th year, there will be two major concerts over the weekend, with Celtic Steps; the show taking to the stage at Coláiste Íde agus Iosaif on Saturday 4th May, supported on the night by the School Traditional Band, while on Sunday 5th the internationally renowned Mulcahy Family will be playing at the Glórach Theatre. Tickets available online at eventbrite or in person at the Siopa Milseáin. Check out our Facebook page for more information regarding these events and also the wide variety of workshops that we will be running. Another constant has been the Storytelling on Sunday, so plenty of time yet to practice for a song or recitation over the May Bank Holiday Weekend. Launch night coming up at the Cellar on Friday 19th April, the countdown begins.
FEALE CRAFTERS ARE BACK: The Square, Saturday, April 27.
GLIN Castle job; Full & Part Time positions available. Email your C.V. & Cover Letter to marietherese
LARTIGUE MONORAIL AND MUSEUM: Last train run at 4pm. The Summer Season will recommence on Monday May 1st. Check out the museum too when you visit. Further information 068 24393.
ALL IRELAND ROSARY RALLY – Knock – June 1st: The All Ireland Rosary Rally is back this year on Saturday, June 1st in Knock. The day begins with a Marian Conference at 9.30 am in St John’s Centre. Speakers include: Fr Michael Donnelly, Sr Ana Margarita Lanzas SCTJM, and Fr Joseph Maria Deane CFR. Then there will be an opportunity to meet over 20 apostolates from around Ireland from 11.30 am in St John’s Centre. A well-renowned speaker from Miami called Mother Adela Galindo will deliver the keynote Rosary talk at 1 pm in the Basilica. Then there will be the Stations of the Cross outside at 2 pm, followed by the Rosary Procession. Bishop Phonsie Cullinan will be the Main Celebrant of the 3 pm Concelebrated Mass which will include Anointing of the Sick. Confessions are available throughout the day, and there will be rosary and scapular-making workshops in the marquee. For more information and to see a list of buses going from around Ireland please visit www.AllIrelandRosaryRally.com
ALONE the organisation that enables older people age at home are looking for Telephone and Visitation Volunteers to support older people in the community. Call 0801 222 024 or see ALONE.ie/Volunteer for more info.’
RALLY: Ireland International Rally of the Lakes will take place from May 3- 5.
VIGIL FOR PALESTINE The weekly Listowel Vigil for Palestine takes place every Tuesday,6pm – 7pm in The Square, Listowel. All Welcome. For information email gerirochford
DESMOND CASTLE NOW OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: The Castle NCW will be open until 05 November. Please note these dates may be subject to change. Please check with site in advance of any planned visit. Open daily 10:00 – 18:00. Further information 06977408.
MAUREEN’S SPRING BREAK: Don’t forget to pack the swimming togs for use in the Leisure Centre also the factor 50 for our outings, please God we will have great weather, Fitzpatrick’s bus will be picking you up at Listowel The Square 8.30am. Abbeyfeale opposite the bus at the bus stop 8.45am. then on to Newcastle West be there for 9am. and departing at 9.15am – allowing time for the cases and other items to be put in the boot. Rathkeale House Hotel outside the gates 9.30am. Croagh Bus Stop 9.45am. then onto the Southcourt Hotel Limerick Car Park 10.30am. We will be stopping in Kilcolgan. Galway for breakfast. Looking forword to everyone meeting up. For more information contact Maureen at 087 9845102.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: The Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage (Thursday 20th to Tuesday 25th June 2024) is back in its full capacity for 2024, bringing a full team of workers and assisted pilgrims. If you would like to be a volunteer helper on the pilgrimage, please contact the organisers of the pilgrimage at the Limerick Diocesan Office on 061-350000.
JUNGLE CHALLENGE FUNDRAISER FOR ALL WEATHER PITCH: This year we are hoping to get started on a much needed all weather facility for the town. Fundraising Committee; Joe Weir 087 4545434, Maurice O Connor 087 4121153, Sandra Murphy 0872295573, Pat Fitzgerald 0830691062.
SOCIAL DANCING IN DUAGH SPORTS AND LEISURE COMPLEX; There’s a fine crowd and a lovely floor in North Kerry’s newest dance venue every Friday night from 9-11pm.. Dancing to Mike Condon on Friday, April 26. Admission €10.
BLOOD DONATIONS: 3,000 units needed per week to maintain the national blood supply. Phone 1800222111 for details of local clinics. The hospital requirements are 6% higher than this time last year.
RAMBLING HOUSE; Listowel on last Thursday of the month and Knockanure on the first Thursday of the month. Clounmacon Rambling house Friday 12th of April.
WOMENS WELL-BEING GROUP THROUGH HORSES: Sunday mornings, Re- connecting to yourself, slowing down, ground based, no horse riding, no horse experience needed, Fitzgerald’s Equestrian Centre. Contact Caitriona 085 2642374/kequinetherapiesandcounselling
ROAD TRAFFIC ALERT: Many of the businesses are badly hit by the lines of traffic through town and no obvious parking places so please keep shopping in Abbeyfeale.
FUNDRAISERS: Used Postage Stamps and used unwanted candles in addition to being dropped into Top Stitch, Church St. Newcastle West in the box under the table in the church at the Sacristy entrance, River Island Hotel, Castleisland, Sparks of Joy Charity Shop Tralee, Fitzpatrick’s coach hire Listowel, Central Clothes Shop in Kanturk, Post Office Newmarket, Thank you sincerely to everyone for sending and dropping off stamps and candles. A big thank you to all of those people accepting these items for us . This month the Servite Sisters are celebrating 100 years of their presence in Mynanmar (Burma). We thank God for the wonderful work that they are doing in very difficult times under the military regime since the coup in 2021. Banks have been taken over by the military and the schools are shut so the sisters continue to educate, feed and shelter the young girls in their care. This would not be possible only for the wonderful help, donations, min marathons, coin jar collection and of course your help with the stamps.
ANNUAL ST PIO AND ST PHILOMENA PILGRIMAGE to San Giovanni and Mugnano will take place from 15th –19th July led by Michael O’Connor and Spiritual Director, Fr Sean Jones. For further information and booking please contact Michael 087 2677656 or JWT 01 2410800. The First Class relic of St. Pio is available from Michael for anyone who would like a blessing. Many Healings , Miracles and graces have taken place through the intercession of St. Pio.
RADIO MARIA: Radio Maria is a Catholic radio station, available via Saorview on television, – Saorview channel 210. It can also be listened to via their website radiomaria.ie Each day they have Mass, Rosary and other prayers, and Christian music and hymns. Also, discussions and talks on all aspects of the Christian faith and the Catholic Church. It is run by many dedicated people and deserves our support. Tune in and find programmes that you enjoy.
BRUACH NA CARRAIGE ROCKCHAPEL:Bryan O Leary in concert @8pm. Admission €15 Friday ,April 26 then on Sunday 5th of May @8pm The Glen Theatre Drama Group Banteer bring their production of John B Keane’s play "The Rain at the end of Summer".Tickets available on ticketstop.ie or at 087 3236049.
YOGA CLASSES: Yoga classes are held in Fr. Casey’s Club house every Monday evening from7-8.30pm with Mike Houlihan 0872732591.
JOB: Lifeguards Wanted: Are you interested in working as a Beach Lifeguard? Clare, Fingal and Limerick are currently looking for lifeguards for the 2024 period. You will be responsible for performing rescues, administering first aid and the supervision of activities at the beach amongst other duties. For further information about these roles and many more can be found at https://watersafety.ie/careers/
LOUGH DERG PILGRIMAGES: Three Day Pilgrimages begins Friday, May 31 until Thursday 15th August. https://www.loughderg.org/2024season/
MARRIAGE: Worldwide marriage encounter weekend will be held in the Focolare Centre Prosperous, Co. Kildare, Friday 26th Apr.-28th Apr.’24. Register online www.marriageencounter.ie
CAMINO: A group from Athea are hoping to do 100km of the Camino Frances from Sarria to Santiago from June 12-19. Average walk 20km per day, please contact Denise on 086-6095716.
ST.ITA’S DAY CARE AND SHELTERED HOUSING: Meals on Wheels – Available to Everyone. Collect from the Centre or have it delivered. Monday, April 22 Pork Chop or Chicken stuffed with black pudding. Tuesday, April 23 Roast Beef or Turkey Burger. Wednesday April 24 Turkey Steak or Pasta Carbonara with Ham and Mushroom. Thursday, April 25 Baked Ham or Chicken Curry with Rice. Friday, April 26 Fish or Meat Alternative. Please let us know if you require a Gluten Free option. Price List Soup €1, Main Meal €7, half portion €5. Plate of Vegetables and Potatoes €3. Dessert €2. Contact 068 51850.
SPRING CLEAN: nationalspringclean.org – the online resource for An Taisce’s National Spring Clean, Ireland’s nationwide anti-litter campaign which takes place during the whole month of April. In 2023, 5,640 groups registered to carry out clean-ups throughout the country – Volunteers who participated in the Spring Clean 2022 collected an estimated 2,600 tonnes of litter.
https://nationalspringclean.org/
JANICE CARRIG MINSTRY: Holy Spirit Prayer Meeting last Sunday of each month at the Desmond Complex at 3pm. Everyone welcome. Rosary, Divine Mercy, Scripture and healing. The world is so in need of prayers.
40 HOUR FOR VOCATIONS TO THE PRIESTHOOD: in St. Brigid’s Chapel, Church of the Resurrection Killarney: Thursday 5th May beginning at 5 p. m. Finishing with Holy Mass on Saturday 23rd May. 0876884124.
ACCORD CATHOLIC MARRIAGE CARE SERVICE CLG SEEKING MARRIAGE PREPARATION FACILITATORS
If you have a positive attitude towards marriage in the Catholic Church and have the enthusiasm to be part of the Accord team in supporting couples who are preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage Accord wants to hear from you! Successful applicants will receive professional training and will be part of a team.
DANCE: Afternoon Tea dance in Ballybunion on 28th of April beginning at 3pm. Social Dancing in Ballybunion every Tuesday night at 7.30pm.
SENIOR LINE: Would you like someone to talk to? SeniorLine is Ireland’s national telephone service for older people open every day of the year 10am-10pm, Freephone 1800 80 4591.
RECOVERY HAVEN: A 6-week course designed to help participants transition from active treatment to living beyond cancer. Begins 23rd April. Contact: 0667192122.
CHURCH NOTES: Co Parish Priests of the Pastoral Area: Fr Denis Mullane
087/2621911 Fr Tony Mullins 087/2600414 Fr Willie Russell 087/2272825 Fr Dan Lane (Retired) 087/2533030 Fr James Ambrose (Retired) Tel 087/7740753. Divine Mercy Meetings will take place every Monday evening after 7 pm Mass. Baptisms in Abbeyfeale will be celebrated on the first Saturday of each month at 5.00pm. Also, on the second Sunday of the month after the 12noon Mass. Contact the Sacristy 068/51915 during Mass Times.
Mass Intentions: Saturday 6.30pm Bessie Meehan, Kilmorna . Sunday 10am Denis & Ellen Collins Purt, their son Denis and Deceased members of the Collins and Geary Families . 12noon Pro Populo Monday 7pm Denis & Kathleen Murphy their daughter Elizabeth son Patrick and his wife. Nora Bridie O’Shea, Convent Street Anniversary. Adult Choir practice every Wednesday evening at 7.30pm. Aware Depression & Bipolar Disorder Support supportmail Bodywhys Eating Disorders Associations of Ireland alex 01 2107906. Information and Support for Birth Mothers – whose babies were placed for adoption may be found at www.birthinfo.ie or by calling the relevant section of TUSLA at +353 818 445 500. Grow Mental Health- Friendly Community based groups for anyone experiencing mental health issue through 12 Step Program of connection, hope, identity by empowering people to nurture their positive wellbeing by supporting personal growth through education, peer support and self-teaching. Based in 33 Henry Street and Croom, several meetings including new meeting on Monday 11-1pm. Contact Michael 086-6063182/Celia 0861526966/Www.grow.ie Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage is back in its full capacity for 2024, bringing a full team of workers and assisted pilgrims. If you know someone (family member, neighbour, friend etc.) who would like to travel as part of our assisted pilgrim section please let them know. Further information available from Limerick Diocesan Office on 061-350000.
MARCH FOR LIFE: Shining a spotlight on Ireland’s abortion law and calling for compassionate support systems for expectant mothers. The March for Life is more than just a demonstration; it’s a collective voice demanding change, unity, and empowerment for women facing challenging choices. Bank Holiday Monday, 6th May, 2:00pm, 2024. Marching in Dublin from St. Stephen’s Green to Leinster House. All support welcome.
LOUGH DERG PILGRIMAGES 2024: A pilgrimage to Lough Derg is all about letting go, a time to see one’s daily life as it truly is. The Three Day Pilgrimage provides a kind of breathing space in which people can calmly explore and reflect on where they find themselves in their lives at that moment in time. Part of the spiritual benefits of any pilgrimage is learning to take nothing we have for granted. It is an opportunity to give thanks to God for having the health, the time, and the freedom to do the pilgrimage. It’s a moment to remember one’s loved ones at home and anyone who particularly asked for prayers, and also to say a prayer for fellow pilgrims. Lough Derg is a sacred place apart to bring burdens and leave them behind, to seek healing for wounds and to ask for them to be healed. These are just some of the reasons pilgrims continue to travel to the sacred Island. One Day Retreat. May: Sunday 5th, Monday 6th, Sunday 12th, Tuesday 14th, Saturday 18th, Saturday 25th & Monday 27th. The Three Day Pilgrimage will commence on Thursday 1st June and continue until 15th August (Sunday 13th August is the final day for pilgrims to begin the Three Day Pilgrimage for 2023). Admission €80 | Booking advised | Concessions available for students, seniors and groups. If you have any questions or queries regarding booking, please contact Lough Derg by email: info or telephone: +353 (0)71 9861518.
PARKRUN in Listowel takes place every Saturday morning from 9:30am.
MEDJUGORJE PILGRIMAGES: 18th—25th Sept 2024. Cost €510. For further information contact Tom Collins: 086 8380406. Group Leader: Maura Harksen. Spiritual Director: Fr. Francis Nolan, 11th September for 7 nights. Return flights from Cork to Dubrovnik, 7 nights in Hotel Dubrovnik. Breakfast & Dinner each day. Full Religious Programme. €879, per person sharing. Optional: Travel insurance and single supplement. Joe Walsh guides and representative throughout. For details & bookings contact: Maura O’Keeffe Harcksen (Tralee) on 087 151 7696 or 066 7127143.
ABBEYFEALE COMMUNITY ALERT: Log onto Hi Digital – the step by step course to learn some digital skills and it’s free. Ring them on 1800203030. If you are travelling for medical or cosmetic procedures, you should inform yourself of both the risks and benefits of any procedures and discuss the plans with your medical practitioner before committing to any procedure abroad. If you are having a drink abroad, try to ensure drinks are poured from an original, sealed bottle. Whatever you do don’t click on any links that are texted to you. Keep your security settings or security software up to date on your computer and change your passwords regularly. Once you reach the age of 65 and live alone or with a person/s aged over 65 you are entitled to receive a monitored alarm system. But if you have younger people living in the house who are out for long periods of the day then because you are spending hours alone you are also entitled to the system provided that you are over 65. The free equipment is provided by Pobal following an application from Abbeyfeale Community Alert, there will be a monitoring fee to be paid from the second year of installation to the installing company of €72. Please note that this fee has increased by €6 and is payable in a lump sum each year after year one. Should you not have a landline the installing company Task provide a sim card at a rate of €7.50 per month payable from day one. Committee members are Michael O’Kelly N.T., Seamus Stack, Mossie Gleeson, Kathleen Collins, Mary McArthur, John O’Sullivan, Billy Quirke N.T., Cllr. Francis Foley, Susan Daly, Catherine Daly, Marian Harnett
PROLOGUE: “For somebody to do well in school, somebody needs to make him go to bed on time and get a good 10 hours sleep. Someone must make him do his homework. Somebody must feed him breakfast in the morning and somebody must make him mind the teacher. If those things are not done, I don’t care how much money you put in the school system, education will not occur”. Walter Edward Williams.
DEATH: Sincere sympathy to the family of the late Emmet Colbert whose funeral took place recently. May he rest in peace. We also offer our sympathies to the Mc Mahon family on the death of Noreen – her ashes were interred on Saturday.
JIVING LESSONS AT THE RAILWAY: Friday nights. 8.30pm. No partner required. Contact Tom 087 9360421.
CHURCH GATE COLLECTION: Friends of St Ita’s Hospital Church gate collection will take place at the church gate on Saturday & Sunday 20th & 21st April. Your generosity will be greatly appreciated.
LAUNCH OF FLEADH BY THE FEALE: On Friday 19th April, the Fleadh by the Feale Committee are proud to present the launch of this year’s Festival at the Cellar Bar, Abbeyfeale. This year marks the 30th anniversary of the festival and a number of events are planned over the May Bank Holiday Weekend, including two monumental concerts featuring Celtic Steps on Saturday, May 4th and the Mulcahy Family on Sunday, May 5th, as well as the perennial festival favourites that include the All Ireland Bones Playing Championship, various workshops, The Storytelling and the Street Busking to name but a few. So keep this coming Friday free and be sure to drop in for a great night of music and song kicking off at 8.30 pm, and find out more about the numerous events that will be happening during the festival. From all involved with The Fleadh by the Feale Committee, we thank you for your ongoing support, and look forward to seeing you all on Friday evening.
NOREEN BARRY’S PLAYSCHOOL: Noreen is now taking booking for September. Call her on 087 2499797 or visit the school at Teach na Féile New Street from 9 – 12 noon.
COFFEE MORNING FOR MISSION IN SOUTH SUDAN: A huge thank you to all who supported, baked, donated, ran the raffle, served the teas last Saturday. Fran Leahy will be travelling shortly and all your donations will go directly to be spend on the late Fr. Tim’s Mission.
FIRST AID RESPONDER (FAR) COURSE: Started Monday, April 15 in NCW. Further information westlimerickredcross or 086 8171759 (after 6pm).
GLÓRACH NOTES: Unanimity is rare amongst audiences but all who had the privilege of seeing Katie on stage last September were astounded at the writing, acting and direction, as well as the accompanying sound and lighting that were excellent also. Written and directed by Thérese Prenderville, Katie tells the story of Tony & Maureen’s grief-stricken journey as they mourn the loss of their only child, Katie. A powerful play that explores grief, love, loss and friendship, it packs a considerable emotional punch. Not to be missed, Katie, presented by the Súgán Theatre Company, plays for one night only at the Glórach Theatre on Sunday, April 21st. Curtains up for the drama at 8 pm, and tickets can be booked at 0871383940 or at www.glorachabbeyfeale.com
MARCH FOR LIFE: Shining a spotlight on Ireland’s abortion law and calling for compassionate support systems for expectant mothers. The March for Life is more than just a demonstration; it’s a collective voice demanding change, unity, and empowerment for women facing challenging choices. Bank Holiday Monday, 6th May, 2:00pm. Marching in Dublin from St. Stephen’s Green to Leinster House. All support welcome.
BIBLE: By popular demand, Pat Higgins and Sean O Mochain are continuing their ‘Journey through the Bible’ for the next six Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30pm in Athea Library. All are welcome, no experience necessary.
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PRAYER FOR IMPROVEMENT IN THE WEATHER: Loving God, we pray to you in good times and also in difficult ones too. We give thanks for the blessings of our countryside. We pray for fine weather for our farmers and all those who work the land. Our prayers are for the land to dry up, so cattle can get out and crops sown. We pray for balance to our seasons and especially now we pray for some sunshine and dry weather. Amen.
INFORMATION EVENT FOR OVER 60’S: Thursday, April 18 from 10.30 -1pm in The Longcourt Hotel, Newcastlewest. Speakers Clare Flynn Mental Health Ireland, Karen Fenessy Healthy Age Friendly Homes Programme, Michele Gilbourne Solicitor and Anne Goughan Local Link Limerick. Event free but must be booked in advance with Dearbhla on 069 66293.
OPEN DAY AT THE TECH: The college will be open from 10am – 1pm on Wednesday April 17 and again in the evening between 6-8pm. Find out what courses are on offer, meet the staff and register if you find a course you’d like.
FLEADH BY THE FEALE CELEBRATES 30 YEARS: PRO Lorcan Curtin sends the following: Preparations are well underway for what promises to be a momentous celebration over the May Bank Holiday weekend as the Fleadh by the Feale festival reaches a significant milestone. Now in its 30th year, there will be two major concerts over the weekend, with Celtic Steps; the show taking to the stage at Coláiste Íde agus Iosaif on Saturday 4th May, supported on the night by the School Traditional Band, while on Sunday 5th the internationally renowned Mulcahy Family will be playing at the Glórach Theatre. Tickets available online at eventbrite or in person at the Siopa Milseáin. Check out our Facebook page for more information regarding these events and also the wide variety of workshops that we will be running. Another constant has been the Storytelling on Sunday, so plenty of time yet to practice for a song or recitation over the May Bank Holiday Weekend. Launch night coming up at the Cellar on Friday 19th April, the countdown begins.
CANCER: The standalone Oncology Unit at University Hospital Kerry projected completion and handover date is 2026.
FEALE CRAFTERS ARE BACK: The Square, Saturday, April 27.
GLIN Castle job; Full & Part Time positions available. Email your C.V. & Cover Letter to marietherese
LARTIGUE MONORAIL AND MUSEUM: Last train run at 4pm. The Summer Season will recommence on Monday May 1st. Check out the museum too when you visit.
POPE’S NEW BOOK: Pope Francis’ autobiographical book entitled "Life. My Story in History," written with Vatican journalist Fabio Marchese Ragona, set to be released on March 19 by HarperCollins.: The book spans over 300 pages and covers all aspects of Pope Francis’s life, from his relationship with his family, especially with his grandparents, their emigration to Argentina in 1929, a "little derailment" during his seminary period, and World War II with its dramatic atomic epilogue.
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast/the-young-vatican/2018/10/synod-youth-2018-stay-tuned.html
ALL IRELAND ROSARY RALLY – Knock – June 1st: The All Ireland Rosary Rally is back this year on Saturday, June 1st in Knock. The day begins with a Marian Conference at 9.30 am in St John’s Centre. Speakers include: Fr Michael Donnelly, Sr Ana Margarita Lanzas SCTJM, and Fr Joseph Maria Deane CFR. Then there will be an opportunity to meet over 20 apostolates from around Ireland from 11.30 am in St John’s Centre. A well-renowned speaker from Miami called Mother Adela Galindo will deliver the keynote Rosary talk at 1 pm in the Basilica. Then there will be the Stations of the Cross outside at 2 pm, followed by the Rosary Procession. Bishop Phonsie Cullinan will be the Main Celebrant of the 3 pm Concelebrated Mass which will include Anointing of the Sick. Confessions are available throughout the day, and there will be rosary and scapular-making workshops in the marquee. For more information and to see a list of buses going from around Ireland please visit www.AllIrelandRosaryRally.com
ALONE the organisation that enables older people age at home are looking for Telephone and Visitation Volunteers to support older people in the community. Call 0801 222 024 or see ALONE.ie/Volunteer for more info.’
RALLY: Ireland International Rally of the Lakes will take place from May 3- 5.
VIGIL FOR PALESTINE The weekly Listowel Vigil for Palestine takes place every Tuesday,6pm – 7pm in The Square, Listowel. All Welcome. For information email gerirochford
DESMOND CASTLE NOW OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: The Castle NCW will be open until 05 November. Please note these dates may be subject to change. Please check with site in advance of any planned visit. Open daily 10:00 – 18:00.
MAUREEN’S SPRING BREAK: Staying in the Great Northern 4* Hotel, Bundoran ,four nights, five days.. Would you please note that the times for being picked up have changed :Listowel the Square remains the same 8.30am. Abbeyfeale opposite the Church Bus Stop 8.45am. Newcastle West opposite Longcourt House Hotel bus stop 9.15am. Rathkeale House Hotel 9.40am. Croagh Bus Stop 10am. South Court Hotel Car Park 10.30am. We will be starting our journey picking up in Fitzpatrick’s bus on Sunday 28th April, in the Square Listowel at 8.30am. Abbeyfeale bus stop opposite the church at 8.45am. Newcastle West 9. 15am. bus stop opposite the Longcourt House Hotel, 9.40am Rathkeale House Hotel then onto the South Court car park 10.30a.m. We will be stopping in Galway for breakfast, then onto Knock where there will be some free time. For more information Contact Maureen 087 9845102.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: The Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage (Thursday 20th to Tuesday 25th June 2024) is back in its full capacity for 2024, bringing a full team of workers and assisted pilgrims. If you would like to be a volunteer helper on the pilgrimage, please contact the organisers of the pilgrimage at the Limerick Diocesan Office on 061-350000.
JUNGLE CHALLENGE FUNDRAISER FOR ALL WEATHER PITCH: This year we are hoping to get started on a much needed all weather facility for the town. Fundraising Committee; Joe Weir 087 4545434, Maurice O Connor 087 4121153, Sandra Murphy 0872295573, Pat Fitzgerald 0830691062.
SOCIAL DANCING IN DUAGH SPORTS AND LEISURE COMPLEX; There’s a fine crowd and a lovely floor in North Kerry’s newest dance venue every Friday night from 9-11pm.. Dancing to Noreen Ashe on Friday, April 19. Admission €10.
BLOOD DONATIONS: 3,000 units needed per week to maintain the national blood supply. Phone 1800222111 for details of local clinics. The hospital requirements are 6% higher than this time last year.
RAMBLING HOUSE; Listowel on last Thursday of the month and Knockanure on the first Thursday of the month. Clounmacon Rambling house Friday 12th of April.
.FUNDRAISER FOR DROMTRASNA N.S.: Dance to Olivia Douglas at The Devon Inn on April 18. Doors open 8pm. DJ 8.30pm – 9.30pm, Olivia on stage 9.30pm. Tickets €20. Further information 085 1590520.
WOMENS WELL-BEING GROUP THROUGH HORSES: Sunday mornings, Re connecting to yourself, slowing down, ground based, no horse riding, no horse experience needed, Fitzgerald’s Equestrian Centre. Contact Caitriona 085 2642374/kequinetherapiesandcounselling
ROAD TRAFFIC ALERT: Limerick City and County Council advice Road Users and Businesses that Water main Replacement and Road Pavement Works are taking place from the Church of Assumption in Abbeyfeale to Mount Mahon. Some days there is more of a hold up than others, if you can, leave plenty of time to get through town. There’s also talk about a burst pipe so might be safer to drink bottled water.
SOCIAL DANCING CLASSES: Waltzing, jiving etc. in the Plaza Hall, Listowel for Beginners: 7.00-8.00 pm, advanced: 8.00-9.00 pm. For bookings, please contact 087 7541631.
SET DANCING CLASSES: Set dancing classes are held in Ballyhahill Hall at 8pm; Marian Hall Moyvane with Timmy Woulfe on Monday’s; Con Colbert Hall Athea at 9pm, on Tuesday’s, and Fr. Casey’s Clubhouse Abbeyfeale at 8.30pm on Wednesday’s.
ANNUAL ST PIO AND ST PHILOMENA PILGRIMAGE to San Giovanni and Mugnano will take place from 15th –19th July led by Michael O’Connor and Spiritual Director, Fr Sean Jones. For further information and booking please contact Michael 087 2677656 or JWT 01 2410800. The First Class relic of St. Pio is available from Michael or anyone who would like a blessing. Many Healings , Miracles and graces have taken place through the intercession of St. Pio.
RADIO MARIA: Radio Maria is a Catholic radio station, available via Saorview on television, – Saorview channel 210. It can also be listened to via their website radiomaria.ie Each day they have Mass, Rosary and other prayers, and Christian music and hymns. Also, discussions and talks on all aspects of the Christian faith and the Catholic Church. It is run by many dedicated people and deserves our support. Tune in and find programmes that you enjoy.
FATIMA KERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE: Guided Tour Led by Fr Noel Spring ( Castletownbere), 4* Hotel Fatima, Half Board, 10th—15th of May €979pp. For further information contact Maureen Harty 066 7131328, Barter’s Travelnet: 021 4851700 or kcallaghan.
CHARITY: Mark Fleming Memorial Charity, Cars and Coffee Meet: A cars and coffee meet will take place at the Ferry Car park, Tarbert on Sunday April 21st,ample parking for spectators, with Tarbert Power Station allowing the use of their car park. All proceeds of this event will be for the SADS department in The Mater Hospital.
YOGA CLASSES: Yoga classes are held in Fr. Casey’s Club house every Monday evening from7-8.30pm with Mike Houlihan 0872732591.
JOB: Lifeguards Wanted: Are you interested in working as a Beach Lifeguard? Clare, Fingal and Limerick are currently looking for lifeguards for the 2024 period. You will be responsible for performing rescues, administering first aid and the supervision of activities at the beach amongst other duties. For further information about these roles and many more can be found at https://watersafety.ie/careers/
LOUGH DERG PILGRIMAGES: Three Day Pilgrimages begins Friday, May 31 until Thursday 15th August. https://www.loughderg.org/2024season/
FATIMA: Led by Fr. Noel Spring – Travel Date: 10th – 15th May 2024. 4 Star Hotel Fatima Group Leader Maureen Harty: 066-7131328 Should anybody be interested contact directly at Barters Travelnet, Cork. 021 4851700 or email Karen kcallaghan
MARRIAGE: Worldwide marriage encounter weekend will be held in the Focolare Centre Prosperous, Co. Kildare, Friday 26th Apr.-28th Apr.’24. Register online www.marriageencounter.ie
CAMINO: A group from Athea are hoping to do 100km of the Camino Frances from Sarria to Santiago from June 12-19. Average walk 20km per day, please contact Denise on 086-6095716.
MESSAGE FROM MAUREEN: A very sincere thank you to everyone who posted stamps, dropped off stamps and candles at the River Island Hotel, Castleisland and Fitzpatrick’s bus hire office. Candles can be dropped off at’ Fit for you’ alterations shop opposite the Church corner Boherbue and Sewing shop in Church town just above Hunt’s shop. Again thank you to everyone. God Bless. Maureen 087 9845102.
ST.ITA’S DAY CARE AND SHELTERED HOUSING: Meals on Wheels – Available to Everyone. Collect from the Centre or have it delivered. Wednesday, April 17th. Shepherd’s Pie or Lamb Chop. Thursday, April 18 Pork Chop or Sweet and Sour with Rice. Friday, April 19 Fish or Meat Alternative. Please let us know if you require a Gluten Free option. Price List Soup €1, Main Meal €7, half portion €5. Plate of Vegetables and Potatoes €3. Dessert €2. Contact 068 51850.
SPRING CLEAN: nationalspringclean.org – the online resource for An Taisce’s National Spring Clean, Ireland’s nationwide anti-litter campaign which takes place during the whole month of April. In 2023, 5,640 groups registered to carry out clean-ups throughout the country – Volunteers who participated in the Spring Clean 2022 collected an estimated 2,600 tonnes of litter.
https://nationalspringclean.org/
JANICE CARRIG MINSTRY: Holy Spirit Prayer Meeting last Sunday of each month at the Desmond Complex at 3pm. A prayer meeting will also take place in Scartaglen Church on Sunday, April 21 from 2.30pm. Everyone welcome. Rosary, Divine Mercy, Scripture and healing. The world is so in need of prayers.
40 HOUR FOR VOCATIONS TO THE PRIESTHOOD: in St. Brigid’s Chapel, Church of the Resurrection Killarney: Thursday 5th May beginning at 5 p. m. Finishing with Holy Mass on Saturday 23rd May. 0876884124.
ACCORD CATHOLIC MARRIAGE CARE SERVICE CLG SEEKING MARRIAGE PREPARATION FACILITATORS
If you have a positive attitude towards marriage in the Catholic Church and have the enthusiasm to be part of the Accord team in supporting couples who are preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage Accord wants to hear from you! Successful applicants will receive professional training and will be part of a team.
DANCE: Afternoon Tea dance in Ballybunion on 28th of April beginning at 3pm. Social Dancing in Ballybunion every Tuesday night at 7.30pm.
ST. JOSEPH’S YOUNG PRIEST SOCIETY: An hours adoration of the Blessed sacrament will take place after evening Mass on Saturday, April 20, to pray for an increase of vocations to the priesthood and religious life.
SENIOR LINE: Would you like someone to talk to? SeniorLine is Ireland’s national telephone service for older people open every day of the year 10am-10pm, Freephone 1800 80 4591.
RECOVERY HAVEN: A 6-week course designed to help participants transition from active treatment to living beyond cancer. Begins 23rd April. Contact: 0667192122. The Kerry Choral Union Spring concert in aid of Recovery Haven Kerry (cancer support house) St. Brendan’s Church, Upper Rock St., Tralee Sunday. April 21 at 7:30pm. Tickets €10 from the door & online https://register.enthuse.com/…/KerryChoralUnionSpringCo.
CHURCH NOTES: Co Parish Priests of the Pastoral Area: Fr Denis Mullane
087/2621911 Fr Tony Mullins 087/2600414 Fr Willie Russell 087/2272825 Fr Dan Lane (Retired) 087/2533030 Fr James Ambrose (Retired) Tel 087/7740753. Divine Mercy Meetings will take place every Monday evening after 7 pm Mass. Baptisms in Abbeyfeale will be celebrated on the first Saturday of each month at 5.00pm. Also, on the second Sunday of the month after the 12noon Mass. Contact the Sacristy 068/51915 during Mass Times.
Mass Intentions: Saturday 6.30pm Mary O’Connor, Bridge Street. Barbara McGill, The Hill Months mind. Sean & Diane O’Mahony, Caherhayes. Bessie Meehan , Kilmorna. Sunday 10am Michael O’Hanlon, Collins Park. Kathleen Gleeson, Kilconlea Lower. Gerry O’Connor. Kitty Cotter Main Street Months Mind. 12noon Will Joe & Mary Collins and their sons Billy & Tom the Hill. Padraig & Patsy Cleary, Killarney Road. Monday 7pm Richard Tobin and deceased family members. Adult Choir practice every Wednesday evening at 7.30pm. Aware Depression & Bipolar Disorder Support supportmail Bodywhys Eating Disorders Associations of Ireland alex 01 2107906. Information and Support for Birth Mothers – whose babies were placed for adoption may be found at www.birthinfo.ie or by calling the relevant section of TUSLA at +353 818 445 500. Grow Mental Health- Friendly Community based groups for anyone experiencing mental health issue through 12 Step Program of connection, hope, identity by empowering people to nurture their positive wellbeing by supporting personal growth through education, peer support and self-teaching. Based in 33 Henry Street and Croom, several meetings including new meeting on Monday 11-1pm. Contact Michael 086-6063182/Celia 0861526966/Www.grow.ie Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage is back in its full capacity for 2024, bringing a full team of workers and assisted pilgrims. If you know someone (family member, neighbour, friend etc.) who would like to travel as part of our assisted pilgrim section please let them know. Further information available from Limerick Diocesan Office on 061-350000.
LOUGH DERG PILGRIMAGES 2024: A pilgrimage to Lough Derg is all about letting go, a time to see one’s daily life as it truly is. The Three Day Pilgrimage provides a kind of breathing space in which people can calmly explore and reflect on where they find themselves in their lives at that moment in time. Part of the spiritual benefits of any pilgrimage is learning to take nothing we have for granted. It is an opportunity to give thanks to God for having the health, the time, and the freedom to do the pilgrimage. It’s a moment to remember one’s loved ones at home and anyone who particularly asked for prayers, and also to say a prayer for fellow pilgrims. Lough Derg is a sacred place apart to bring burdens and leave them behind, to seek healing for wounds and to ask for them to be healed. These are just some of the reasons pilgrims continue to travel to the sacred Island. One Day Retreat. May: Sunday 5th, Monday 6th, Sunday 12th, Tuesday 14th, Saturday 18th, Saturday 25th & Monday 27th. The Three Day Pilgrimage will commence on Thursday 1st June and continue until 15th August (Sunday 13th August is the final day for pilgrims to begin the Three Day Pilgrimage for 2023). Admission €80 | Booking advised | Concessions available for students, seniors and groups. If you have any questions or queries regarding booking, please contact Lough Derg by email: info or telephone: +353 (0)71 9861518.
USED CANDLES: Thank you to each and every one of you who have already sent stamps and collected used candles. Can I please point out that plastic ornamental candles are of no use. Please continue the good work and again many, many thanks. Please mention to the Sacristan in your church about the used candles, the Christmas Wreath candles are only used for that year and new candles are used next year. God Bless, Maureen 087 9845102.
PARKRUN in Listowel takes place every Saturday morning from 9:30am.
MEDJUGORJE PILGRIMAGES 2024 1st—8th May 2024 & 18th—25th Sept 2024. Cost €510. For further information contact Tom Collins: 086 8380406. Group Leader: Maura Harksen. Spiritual Director: Fr. Francis Nolan, 11th September for 7 nights. Return flights from Cork to Dubrovnik, 7 nights in Hotel Dubrovnik. Breakfast & Dinner each day. Full Religious Programme. €879, per person sharing. Optional: Travel insurance and single supplement. Joe Walsh guides and representative throughout. For details & bookings contact: Maura O’Keeffe Harcksen (Tralee) on 087 151 7696 or 066 7127143.
ABBEYFEALE COMMUNITY ALERT: Log onto Hi Digital – the step by step course to learn some digital skills and it’s free. Ring them on 1800203030. If you are travelling for medical or cosmetic procedures, you should inform yourself of both the risks and benefits of any procedures and discuss the plans with your medical practitioner before committing to any procedure abroad. If you are having a drink abroad, try to ensure drinks are poured from an original, sealed bottle. Whatever you do don’t click on any links that are texted to you. Keep your security settings or security software up to date on your computer and change your passwords regularly. Once you reach the age of 65 and live alone or with a person/s aged over 65 you are entitled to receive a monitored alarm system. But if you have younger people living in the house who are out for long periods of the day then because you are spending hours alone you are also entitled to the system provided that you are over 65. The free equipment is provided by Pobal following an application from Abbeyfeale Community Alert, there will be a monitoring fee to be paid from the second year of installation to the installing company of €72. Please note that this fee has increased by €6 and is payable in a lump sum each year after year one. Should you not have a landline the installing company Task provide a sim card at a rate of €7.50 per month payable from day one. Committee members are Michael O’Kelly N.T., Seamus Stack, Mossie Gleeson, Kathleen Collins, Mary McArthur, John O’Sullivan, Billy Quirke N.T., Cllr. Francis Foley, Susan Daly, Catherine Daly, Marian Harnett
PROLOGUE: A lesson for Life. In the blink of an eye another day is gone. In the blink of an eye another week is gone. In the blink of an eye another month is gone. In the blink of an eye another year is gone. And in the blink of an eye I’ll be gone too, and not just me but also you. So maybe we should be wishin’ and hopin’, that we could just keep our eyes open. And see and appreciate all that we can see, And learn how we can be, the best that we can be, before it’s too late, Time flies, so let’s not wait. Whether we have just one life or many, one thing is true, We should try to enjoy every moment we can; it’s the wisest thing to do. A lesson for life was taken from a paid insert into a daily newspaper in New York in 1902. The writer remained anonymous but it was rumoured to have been John D. Rockefeller, the wealthiest man in America at the time.
FIRST AID RESPONDER (FAR) COURSE: Starting Monday, April 15 in NCW. Further information westlimerickredcross or 086 8171759 (after 6on).
BIBLE: By popular demand, Pat Higgins and Sean O Mochain are continuing their ‘Journey through the Bible’ for the next six Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30pm in Athea Library. All are welcome, no experience necessary.
TABLE QUIZ: The Cellar Bar will host a Table Quiz this Friday night as part of Abbeyfeale United’s ongoing all-weather AstroTurf fundraiser.
Always a great night out and only five euro per person entry fee. You support would be greatly appreciated
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PRAYER FOR IMPROVEMENT IN THE WEATHER: Loving God, we pray to you in good times and also in difficult ones too. We give thanks for the blessings of our countryside. We pray for fine weather for our farmers and all those who work the land. Our prayers are for the land to dry up, so cattle can get out and crops sown. We pray for balance to our seasons and especially now we pray for some sunshine and dry weather. Amen.
COFFEE MORNING FOR THE LATE FR. TIM GALVIN’S MISSION: Fran Leahy originally from New St., Abbeyfeale and who has gone out to help in the schools that Fr. Tim set up over several years, is returning again in May for a 6 month term. She will be covering all her expenses herself but her friends are planning to hold a coffee morning on Saturday, April 13 from 11am – 2pm in St. Ita’s Day Care Centre to raise funds for the running of the schools. It would be much appreciated if people would do some home baking and maybe donate prizes for a raffle on the day. Further information from Fran on 087 9473333.
OPEN DAY AT THE TECH: The college will be open from 10am – 1pm on Wednesday April 17 and again in the evening between 6-8pm. Find out what courses are on offer, meet the staff and register if you find a course you’d like.
LOVE IN THE COUNTRY: Last year’s very enjoyable and popular dating programme "Love in the Country" which aired on RTE2 and followed a number of singletons in their search for love, was such a huge success that the programme makers are now preparing for another series. The producers of the programme are looking for potential singletons, preferable living and/or working in the countryside, and from parts of Ireland that did not feature on the previous programme – hence part of their search in Abbeyfeale and surrounding areas. If interested in finding out how the [programme is put together, or better again taking part, email the casting crew: love and/or the producer: leah.wallace for more info.
FLEADH BY THE FEALE CELEBRATES 30 YEARS: PRO Lorcan Curtin sends the following: Preparations are well underway for what promises to be a momentous celebration over the May Bank Holiday weekend as the Fleadh by the Feale festival reaches a significant milestone. Now in its 30th year, there will be two major concerts over the weekend, with Celtic Steps; the show taking to the stage at Coláiste Íde agus Iosaif on Saturday 4th May, supported on the night by the School Traditional Band, while on Sunday 5th the internationally renowned Mulcahy Family will be playing at the Glórach Theatre. Tickets available online at eventbrite or in person at the Siopa Milseáin. Check out our Facebook page for more information regarding these events and also the wide variety of workshops that we will be running. Another constant has been the Storytelling on Sunday, so plenty of time yet to practice for a song or recitation over the May Bank Holiday Weekend. Launch night coming up at the Cellar on Friday 19th April, the countdown begins.
KATIE AT THE GLÓRACH: Unanimity amongst audiences is rare, but all of whom attended the play Katie last September, were astounded at the quality of the writing, acting and directing. Written and directed by Therese Prenderivlle, this play is not to be missed. Intense, sad but beautifully crafted, Katie comes to the Glórach on Sunday, April 21st. Tickets available at www.glorachabbeyfeale.com or 0871383940.
CANCER: The standalone Oncology Unit at University Hospital Kerry projected completion and handover date is 2026.
FEALE CRAFTERS ARE BACK: The Square, Saturday, April 13.
GLIN Castle job; Full & Part Time positions available. Email your C.V. & Cover Letter to marietherese
BEST WISHES to Anne Horan the new vice president of the Irish National Teachers’ Organisation, she is principal of Carrickerry NS.
LARTIGUE MONORAIL AND MUSEUM: Last train run at 4pm. The Summer Season will recommence on Monday May 1st. Check out the museum too when you visit.
POPE’S NEW BOOK: Pope Francis’ autobiographical book entitled "Life. My Story in History," written with Vatican journalist Fabio Marchese Ragona, set to be released on March 19 by HarperCollins.: The book spans over 300 pages and covers all aspects of Pope Francis’s life, from his relationship with his family, especially with his grandparents, their emigration to Argentina in 1929, a "little derailment" during his seminary period, and World War II with its dramatic atomic epilogue.
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast/the-young-vatican/2018/10/synod-youth-2018-stay-tuned.html
CPR AED TRAINING IN ATHEA: Training for Teens has been arranged for the following dates. Thursday 11th April; Thursday 18th April, time 18.00 – 21.30 each night .Venue: Con Colbert Memorial Hall, please contact Helen Brosnan on 087 6103840.
CONCERT: Gala Concert in celebration of the Dominican 800 takes place in Holy Cross
Dominican Church, Tralee on Sunday, April 14th, 7pm. Kerry Chamber Choir and
Orchestra with guest soloists under the direction of Aidan O’ Carroll perform
Handel’s: Ode for St. Cecilia’s Day, Britten’s Hymn to St. Cecilia and Handel’s
Messiah (excerpts). Tickets available from Kerry School of Music or the
Dominican office or at the door on the night.
ALL IRELAND ROSARY RALLY – Knock – June 1st: The All Ireland Rosary Rally is back this year on Saturday, June 1st in Knock. The day begins with a Marian Conference at 9.30 am in St John’s Centre. Speakers include: Fr Michael Donnelly, Sr Ana Margarita Lanzas SCTJM, and Fr Joseph Maria Deane CFR. Then there will be an opportunity to meet over 20 apostolates from around Ireland from 11.30 am in St John’s Centre. A well-renowned speaker from Miami called Mother Adela Galindo will deliver the keynote Rosary talk at 1 pm in the Basilica. Then there will be the Stations of the Cross outside at 2 pm, followed by the Rosary Procession. Bishop Phonsie Cullinan will be the Main Celebrant of the 3 pm Concelebrated Mass which will include Anointing of the Sick. Confessions are available throughout the day, and there will be rosary and scapular-making workshops in the marquee. For more information and to see a list of buses going from around Ireland please visit www.AllIrelandRosaryRally.com
ALONE the organisation that enables older people age at home are looking for Telephone and Visitation Volunteers to support older people in the community. Call 0801 222 024 or see ALONE.ie/Volunteer for more info.’
CANCER: Recovery Haven Kerry (Cancer Support House) are currently enrolling for an upcoming CUBS Programme, bereavement programme for children aged 8-12 years, who are dealing with the loss of a parent through cancer. Through play & art, children learn about grief responses and how to cope with their feelings. Free 8 week programme, Tuesday, April 9th 4.30pm-6pm. Book 066-7192122.
RALLY: Ireland International Rally of the Lakes will take place from May 3- 5.
VIGIL FOR PALESTINE The weekly Listowel Vigil for Palestine takes place every Tuesday,6pm – 7pm in The Square, Listowel. All Welcome. For information email gerirochford
DESMOND Castle NCW: 15 March – 05 November 2024. Please note these dates may be subject to change. Please check with site in advance of any planned visit. Daily 10:00 – 18:00.
MAUREEN’S SPRING BREAK: Staying in the Great Northern 4* Hotel, Bundoran ,four nights, five days. Everyone who has booked their place must pay the balance this week please, thank you to those who have already done so. Would you please note that the times for being picked up have changed :Listowel the Square remains the same 8.30am. Abbeyfeale opposite the Church Bus Stop 8.45am. Newcastle West opposite Longcourt House Hotel bus stop 9.15am. Rathkeale House Hotel 9.40am. Croagh Bus Stop 10am. South Court Hotel Car Park 10.30am. We will be starting our journey picking up in Fitzpatrick’s bus on Sunday 28th April, in the Square Listowel at 8.30am. Abbeyfeale bus stop opposite the church at 8.45am. Newcastle West 9. 15am. bus stop opposite the Longcourt House Hotel, 9.40am Rathkeale House Hotel then onto the South Court car park 10.30a.m. We will be stopping in Galway for breakfast, then onto Knock where there will be some free time. Before Bundoran we will have a stop in Sligo. When we arrive at our hotel you can available of complimentary use of the Leisure Centre, go for a walk around the hotel taking in the beautiful scenery of just chill out until dinner. Every evening we will have dancing in the Atlantic Ballroom, every morning after breakfast we will board our bus and take in the magnificent scenery, visiting a different place each day with a different experience. For more information Contact Maureen 087 9845102.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: The Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage (Thursday 20th to Tuesday 25th June 2024) is back in its full capacity for 2024, bringing a full team of workers and assisted pilgrims. If you would like to be a volunteer helper on the pilgrimage, please contact the organisers of the pilgrimage at the Limerick Diocesan Office on 061-350000.
KNOCK: National Apostolate of Eucharistic Adoration: Annual Pilgrimage to Knock Shrine Sunday, April 14. Details on coach leaving at 7.30am, contact Kathleen 087-7758503.
FUNDRAISER FOR CAROL LISTON O’CONNOR AND FAMILY: Susan Browne Singers, Liam O’Connor Show. Devon Inn Friday, April 12. Doors open 8pm, Admission €25. Check availability with Devon Inn 069 84007 before travelling.
JUNGLE CHALLENGE FUNDRAISER FOR ALL WEATHER PITCH: This year we are hoping to get started on a much needed all weather facility for the town. Fundraising Committee; Joe Weir 087 4545434, Maurice O Connor 087 4121153, Sandra Murphy 0872295573, Pat Fitzgerald 0830691062.
SOCIAL DANCING IN DUAGH SPORTS AND LEISURE COMPLEX; There’s a fine crowd and a lovely floor in North Kerry’s newest dance venue every Friday night from 9-11pm.. Dancing to Eddie Lee on Friday, April 12. Admission €10.
BLOOD DONATIONS: 3,000 units needed per week to maintain the national blood supply. Phone 1800222111 for details of local clinics. The hospital requirements are 6% higher than this time last year.
RAMBLING HOUSE; Listowel on last Thursday of the month and Knockanure on the first Thursday of the month. Clounmacon Rambling house Friday 12th of April.
.FUNDRAISER FOR DROMTRASNA N.S.: Dance to Olivia Douglas at The Devon Inn on April 18. Doors open 8pm. DJ 8.30pm – 9.30pm, Olivia on stage 9.30pm. Tickets €20. Further information 085 1590520.
WOMENS WELL-BEING GROUP THROUGH HORSES: Sunday mornings, Re connecting to yourself, slowing down, ground based, no horse riding, no horse experience needed, Fitzgerald’s Equestrian Centre. Contact Caitriona 085 2642374/kequinetherapiesandcounselling
ROAD TRAFFIC ALERT: Limerick City and County Council advice Road Users and Businesses that Water main Replacement and Road Pavement Works are taking place from the Church of Assumption in Abbeyfeale to Mount Mahon. Some days there is more of a hold up than others, if you can, leave plenty of time to get through town. There’s also talk about a burst pipe so might be safer to drink bottled water.
SOCIAL DANCING CLASSES: Waltzing, jiving etc. in the Plaza Hall, Listowel for Beginners: 7.00-8.00 pm, advanced: 8.00-9.00 pm. For bookings, please contact 087 7541631.
SET DANCING CLASSES: Set dancing classes are held in Ballyhahill Hall at 8pm; Marian Hall Moyvane with Timmy Woulfe on Monday’s; Con Colbert Hall Athea at 9pm, on Tuesday’s, and Fr. Casey’s Clubhouse Abbeyfeale at 8.30pm on Wednesday’s.
ANNUAL ST PIO AND ST PHILOMENA PILGRIMAGE to San Giovanni and Mugnano will take place from 15th –19th July led by Michael O’Connor and Spiritual Director, Fr Sean Jones. For further information and booking please contact Michael 087 2677656 or JWT 01 2410800. The First Class relic of St. Pio is available from Michael or anyone who would like a blessing. Many Healings , Miracles and graces have taken place through the intercession of St. Pio.
RADIO MARIA: Radio Maria is a Catholic radio station, available via Saorview on television, – Saorview channel 210. It can also be listened to via their website radiomaria.ie Each day they have Mass, Rosary and other prayers, and Christian music and hymns. Also, discussions and talks on all aspects of the Christian faith and the Catholic Church. It is run by many dedicated people and deserves our support. Tune in and find programmes that you enjoy.
FATIMA KERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE: Guided Tour Led by Fr Noel Spring ( Castletownbere), 4* Hotel Fatima, Half Board, 10th—15th of May €979pp. For further information contact Maureen Harty 066 7131328, Barter’s Travelnet: 021 4851700 or kcallaghan.
CHARITY: Mark Fleming Memorial Charity, Cars and Coffee Meet: A cars and coffee meet will take place at the Ferry Car park, Tarbert on Sunday April 21st,ample parking for spectators, with Tarbert Power Station allowing the use of their car park. All proceeds of this event will be for the SADS department in The Mater Hospital.
YOGA CLASSES: Yoga classes are held in Fr. Casey’s Club house every Monday evening from7-8.30pm with Mike Houlihan 0872732591.
JOB: Lifeguards Wanted: Are you interested in working as a Beach Lifeguard? Clare, Fingal and Limerick are currently looking for lifeguards for the 2024 period. You will be responsible for performing rescues, administering first aid and the supervision of activities at the beach amongst other duties. For further information about these roles and many more can be found at https://watersafety.ie/careers/
LOUGH DERG PILGRIMAGES: Three Day Pilgrimages begins Friday, May 31 until Thursday 15th August. https://www.loughderg.org/2024season/
FATIMA: Led by Fr. Noel Spring – Travel Date: 10th – 15th May 2024. 4 Star Hotel Fatima Group Leader Maureen Harty: 066-7131328 Should anybody be interested contact directly at Barters Travelnet, Cork. 021 4851700 or email Karen kcallaghan
MARRIAGE: Worldwide marriage encounter weekend will be held in the Focolare Centre Prosperous, Co. Kildare, Friday 26th Apr.-28th Apr.’24. Register online www.marriageencounter.ie
CAMINO: A group from Athea are hoping to do 100km of the Camino Frances from Sarria to Santiago from June 12-19. Average walk 20km per day, please contact Denise on 086-6095716.
MESSAGE FROM MAUREEN: A very sincere thank you to everyone who posted stamps, dropped off stamps and candles at the River Island Hotel, Castleisland and Fitzpatrick’s bus hire office. Candles can be dropped off at’ Fit for you’ alterations shop opposite the Church corner Boherbue and Sewing shop in Church town just above Hunt’s shop. Again thank you to everyone. God Bless. Maureen 087 9845102.
ST.ITA’S DAY CARE AND SHELTERED HOUSING: Meals on Wheels – Available to Everyone. Collect from the Centre or have it delivered. Monday, April 8 Chicken on the Bone or Braised Steak. Tuesday, April 9 Roast Beef or Turkey Burger. Wednesday, April 10th. Baked Ham or Pasta Carbonara. Thursday, April 11 Chicken Casserole or Lasagne. Friday, April 12 Fish or Meat Alternative. Please let us know if you require a Gluten Free option. Price List Soup €1, Main Meal €7, half portion €5. Plate of Vegetables and Potatoes €3. Dessert €2. Contact 068 51850.
PLAY “A Tomb with a View” written by Norman Robbins will be staged in Ballyhahill Hall on four nights in April – 5th, 6th, 12th and 13th..
SPRING CLEAN: nationalspringclean.org – the online resource for An Taisce’s National Spring Clean, Ireland’s nationwide anti-litter campaign which takes place during the whole month of April.
In 2023 , 5,640 groups registered to carry out clean-ups throughout the country – Volunteers who participated in the Spring Clean 2022 collected an estimated 2,600 tonnes of litter.
https://nationalspringclean.org/
JANICE CARRIG MINSTRY: Holy Spirit Prayer Meeting last Sunday of each month at the Desmond Complex at 3pm. A prayer meeting will also take place in Scartaglen Church on Sunday, April 21 from 2.30p. Everyone welcome. Rosary, Divine Mercy, Scripture and healing. The world is so in need of prayers.
40 HOUR FOR VOCATIONS TO THE PRIESTHOOD: in St. Brigid’s Chapel, Church of the Resurrection Killarney: Thursday 5th May beginning at 5 p. m. Finishing with Holy Mass on Saturday 23rd May. 0876884124.
ACCORD CATHOLIC MARRIAGE CARE SERVICE CLG SEEKING MARRIAGE PREPARATION FACILITATORS
If you have a positive attitude towards marriage in the Catholic Church and have the enthusiasm to be part of the Accord team in supporting couples who are preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage Accord wants to hear from you! Successful applicants will receive professional training and will be part of a team.
CHURCH NOTES: Co Parish Priests of the Pastoral Area: Fr Denis Mullane
087/2621911 Fr Tony Mullins 087/2600414 Fr Willie Russell 087/2272825 Fr Dan Lane (Retired) 087/2533030 Fr James Ambrose (Retired) Tel 087/7740753. Divine Mercy Meetings will take place every Monday evening after 7 pm Mass. Baptisms in Abbeyfeale will be celebrated on the first Saturday of each month at 5.00pm. Also, on the second Sunday of the month after the 12noon Mass. Contact the Sacristy 068/51915 during Mass Times.
Mass Intentions: Saturday 12.30pm Noreen McMahon Memorial Mass 6.30pm Bridie Mai Horgan 1st Anniversary. Duagh Michael Horgan 4th Anniversary. Duagh Patrick Lane Grogeen and deceased family members. Bridie & Joe Ftizgerald and deceased family members Clash and Kathleen Kelly Letterkenny 3rd Anniversary. Sunday10am Lawrence Cree Birthday remembrance. 12noon Maureen & John Canty, Brosna. Willie & Ciss Curtin, Meenheala. Eddie O’Connor, Clash Road. Larry Harnett, Dromtrasna Harnett. Adult Choir practice every Wednesday evening at 7.30pm. Aware Depression & Bipolar Disorder Support supportmail Bodywhys Eating Disorders Associations of Ireland alex 01 2107906. Information and Support for Birth Mothers – whose babies were placed for adoption may be found at www.birthinfo.ie or by calling the relevant section of TUSLA at +353 818 445 500. Grow Mental Health- Friendly Community based groups for anyone experiencing mental health issue through 12 Step Program of connection, hope, identity by empowering people to nurture their positive wellbeing by supporting personal growth through education, peer support and self-teaching. Based in 33 Henry Street and Croom, several meetings including new meeting on Monday 11-1pm. Contact Michael 086-6063182/Celia 0861526966/Www.grow.ie Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage is back in its full capacity for 2024, bringing a full team of workers and assisted pilgrims. If you know someone (family member, neighbour, friend etc.) who would like to travel as part of our assisted pilgrim section please let them know. Further information available from Limerick Diocesan Office on 061-350000.
LOUGH DERG PILGRIMAGES 2024: A pilgrimage to Lough Derg is all about letting go, a time to see one’s daily life as it truly is. The Three Day Pilgrimage provides a kind of breathing space in which people can calmly explore and reflect on where they find themselves in their lives at that moment in time. Part of the spiritual benefits of any pilgrimage is learning to take nothing we have for granted. It is an opportunity to give thanks to God for having the health, the time, and the freedom to do the pilgrimage. It’s a moment to remember one’s loved ones at home and anyone who particularly asked for prayers, and also to say a prayer for fellow pilgrims. Lough Derg is a sacred place apart to bring burdens and leave them behind, to seek healing for wounds and to ask for them to be healed. These are just some of the reasons pilgrims continue to travel to the sacred Island. One Day Retreat. May: Sunday 5th, Monday 6th, Sunday 12th, Tuesday 14th, Saturday 18th, Saturday 25th & Monday 27th. The Three Day Pilgrimage will commence on Thursday 1st June and continue until 15th August (Sunday 13th August is the final day for pilgrims to begin the Three Day Pilgrimage for 2023). Admission €80 | Booking advised | Concessions available for students, seniors and groups. If you have any questions or queries regarding booking, please contact Lough Derg by email: info or telephone: +353 (0)71 9861518.
USED CANDLES: Thank you to each and every one of you who have already sent stamps and collected used candles. Can I please point out that plastic ornamental candles are of no use. Please continue the good work and again many, many thanks. Please mention to the Sacristan in your church about the used candles, the Christmas Wreath candles are only used for that year and new candles are used next year. God Bless, Maureen 087 9845102.
PARKRUN in Listowel takes place every Saturday morning from 9:30am.
MEDJUGORJE PILGRIMAGES 2024 1st—8th May 2024 & 18th—25th Sept 2024. Cost €510. For further information contact Tom Collins: 086 8380406. Group Leader: Maura Harksen. Spiritual Director: Fr. Francis Nolan, 11th September for 7 nights. Return flights from Cork to Dubrovnik, 7 nights in Hotel Dubrovnik. Breakfast & Dinner each day. Full Religious Programme. €879, per person sharing. Optional: Travel insurance and single supplement. Joe Walsh guides and representative throughout. For details & bookings contact: Maura O’Keeffe Harcksen (Tralee) on 087 151 7696 or 066 7127143.
ABBEYFEALE COMMUNITY ALERT: Log onto Hi Digital – the step by step course to learn some digital skills and it’s free. Ring them on 1800203030. If you are travelling for medical or cosmetic procedures, you should inform yourself of both the risks and benefits of any procedures and discuss the plans with your medical practitioner before committing to any procedure abroad. If you are having a drink abroad, try to ensure drinks are poured from an original, sealed bottle. Whatever you do don’t click on any links that are texted to you. Keep your security settings or security software up to date on your computer and change your passwords regularly. Once you reach the age of 65 and live alone or with a person/s aged over 65 you are entitled to receive a monitored alarm system. But if you have younger people living in the house who are out for long periods of the day then because you are spending hours alone you are also entitled to the system provided that you are over 65. The free equipment is provided by Pobal following an application from Abbeyfeale Community Alert, there will be a monitoring fee to be paid from the second year of installation to the installing company of €72. Please note that this fee has increased by €6 and is payable in a lump sum each year after year one. Should you not have a landline the installing company Task provide a sim card at a rate of €7.50 per month payable from day one. Committee members are Michael O’Kelly N.T., Seamus Stack, Mossie Gleeson, Kathleen Collins, Mary McArthur, John O’Sullivan, Billy Quirke N.T., Cllr. Francis Foley, Susan Daly, Catherine Daly, Marian Harnett
PROLOGUE: Life and time are the best teachers. Life teaches us the use of time and time teaches us the value of life.
DEATH: We offer our sympathy to the family of Kitty Cotter nee Flynn whose funeral took place on Tuesday. May she rest in peace.
AGM OF WEST LIMERICK 102FM: The AGM takes place on Tuesday, April 9 at 8pm in the Longcourt Hotel. We need young blood as well as older people with experience so please step forward and help keep this much needed service on air. There is a huge listenership who depend on it for Sunday Mass and to keep in touch with all the happenings around the area as well as those who enjoy listening to the various genres of music that they might not hear elsewhere. Your local station promotes all the local talent and gives young people opportunities that will stand to them in later life. If we are to keep our community radio station in West Limerick then it must be overseen by a dynamic Board of Management taken from all sides of the community and we are putting out the call now – please attend and take up the positions that need to be filled.
DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY, APRIL 7: Devotions start at 2.30pm with Stations of the Cross. Confessions, Divine Mercy chaplet in the Church of the Assumption, Abbeyfeale.. Mass at 3pm.
WELCOME: Welcome: Fr Emmanuel Obi, a member of the St Patrick’s Missionary Society, Kiltegan will be in visiting Abbeyfeale next weekend. Fr Emmanuel worked for five years with the late Fr Tim Galvin in South Sudan. Fr Emmanuel is currently serving as the Vice Rector of the Irish College in Rome. He is assistant to Fr Paul Finnerty, who is the Rector of the College and a priest of the diocese of Limerick. Fr Emmanuel will celebrate the Vigil Mass and one of the Sunday Masses next weekend.
COFFEE MORNING FOR THE LATE FR. TIM GALVIN’S MISSION: Fran Leahy originally from New St., Abbeyfeale and who has gone out to help in the schools that Fr. Tim set up over several years, is returning again in May for a 6 month term. She will be covering all her expenses herself but her friends are planning to hold a coffee morning on Saturday, April 13 from 11am – 2pm in St. Ita’s Day Care Centre to raise funds for the running of the schools. It would be much appreciated if people would do some home baking and maybe donate prizes for a raffle on the day. Further information from Fran on 087 9473333.
LOVE IN THE COUNTRY: Last year’s very enjoyable and popular dating programme "Love in the Country" which aired on RTE2 and followed a number of singletons in their search for love, was such a huge success that the programme makers are now preparing for another series. The producers of the programme are looking for potential singletons, preferable living and/or working in the countryside, and from parts of Ireland that did not feature on the previous programme – hence part of their search in Abbeyfeale and surrounding areas. If interested in finding out how the [programme is put together, or better again taking part, email the casting crew: love and/or the producer: leah.wallace for more info.
NCW FILM CLUB: On Friday 5th April, at 8pm. in the Desmond Complex the following film will be screened ‘Typist Artist Pirate King’. Directed and written by acclaimed British author Carol Morley, this film shines a light on an obscure female outsider artist through an imagined road trip ditch mission to get recognition for her talent, Sunderland born artist, Audrey Amiss persuades her psychiatric nurse to take her on a road trip back to where her story began but with many deviations along the way, will they ever make it? Drama. Commences 8pm sharp €8/card payments accepted, For more information telephone 087 687 7970.
FLEADH BY THE FEALE CELEBRATES 30 YEARS: Hard to believe it but this year the Fleadh by the Feale celebrates its 30th year in existence. A packed itinerary of events lies ahead for the May Bank Holiday Weekend, with our two concerts being a standout. On Saturday 4th May Celtic Steps; The Show will be taking to the stage at Coláiste Íde agus Iosaif, while on Sunday 5th the internationally renowned Mulcahy Family will be playing at the Glórach Theatre. Tickets available online at eventbrite or in person at the Siopa Milseáin. Check out our Facebook page for more information regarding these events and also the wide variety of workshops that we will be running.
WEST LIMERICK SINGING CLUB: The next Singing Session will take place in The Ramble Inn, Church Street on Friday, April 5 from 9pm. Everyone welcome.
NEWCASTLEWEST REPAIR CAFÉ: As repair cafés are volunteer led, we need your help to kickstart this initiative locally, so please email Andi at amothersoul if you are interested in finding out more about how you can lend a hand, full support will be given.
What is a repair café? Repair Cafés are free meeting places and they’re all about repairing things (together). In the Repair Café, you’ll find tools and materials to help you make any repairs you need. On clothes, furniture, electrical appliances, bicycles, crockery, appliances, toys, et cetera. You’ll also find local expert volunteers, with repair skills in all kinds of fields.
Visitors bring their broken items from home. Together with the specialists they start making their repairs in the Repair Café. It’s an ongoing learning process to empower people to fix instead of binning items, and fantastic for keeping more household goods in circulation and out of the rubbish tips! If you have nothing to repair, you can enjoy a cup of tea or coffee. Or you can lend a hand with someone else’s repair job. You can also get inspired at the reading table – by leafing through books on repairs and DIY. There are over 2,500 Repair Cafes worldwide, and you can find out more by visiting https://www.repaircafe.org/en/ Taking place on the last Wednesday of the month from March onwards.
FEALE CRAFTERS ARE BACK: The Square, Saturday, April 13.
GLIN Castle job; Full & Part Time positions available. Email your C.V. & Cover Letter to marietherese
LARTIGUE MONORAIL AND MUSEUM: Last train run at 4pm. The Summer Season will recommence on Monday May 1st. Check out the museum too when you visit.
POPE’S NEW BOOK: Pope Francis’ autobiographical book entitled "Life. My Story in History," written with Vatican journalist Fabio Marchese Ragona, set to be released on March 19 by HarperCollins.: The book spans over 300 pages and covers all aspects of Pope Francis’s life, from his relationship with his family, especially with his grandparents, their emigration to Argentina in 1929, a "little derailment" during his seminary period, and World War II with its dramatic atomic epilogue.
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast/the-young-vatican/2018/10/synod-youth-2018-stay-tuned.html
CPR AED TRAINING IN ATHEA: Training for Teens has been arranged for the following dates. Thursday 4th April; Thursday 11th April; Thursday 18th April, time 18.00 – 21.30 each night .Venue: Con Colbert Memorial Hall, please contact Helen Brosnan on 087 6103840.
MAUREEN’S SPRING BREAK: Staying in the Great Northern 4* Hotel, Bundoran ,four nights, five days. Everyone who has booked their place must pay the balance this week please, thank you to those who have already done so.
We will be starting our journey picking up in Fitzpatrick’s bus on Sunday 28th April, in the Square Listowel at 8.30am. Abbeyfeale bus stop opposite the church at 8.45am. Newcastle West 9am. bus stop opposite the Longcourt House Hotel, 9.20am Rathkeale House Hotel then onto the South Court car pack 9.30a.m. We will be stopping in Galway for breakfast, then onto Knock where there will be some free time. Before Bundoran we will have a stop in Sligo. When we arrive at our hotel you can available of complimentary use of the Leisure Centre, go for a walk around the hotel taking in the beautiful scenery of just chill out until dinner. Every evening we will have dancing in the Atlantic Ballroom, every morning after breakfast we will board our bus and take in the magnificent scenery, visiting a different place each day with a different experience. For more information Contact Maureen 087 9845102.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: The Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage (Thursday 20th to Tuesday 25th June 2024) is back in its full capacity for 2024, bringing a full team of workers and assisted pilgrims. If you would like to be a volunteer helper on the pilgrimage, please contact the organisers of the pilgrimage at the Limerick Diocesan Office on 061-350000.
KNOCK: National Apostolate of Eucharistic Adoration: Annual Pilgrimage to Knock Shrine Sunday 14th April. Details on coach leaving at 7.30am, contact Kathleen 087-7758503.
FUNDRAISER FOR CAROL LISTON O’CONNOR AND FAMILY: Susan Browne Singers, Liam O’Connor Show. Devon Inn Friday, April 12. Doors open 8pm, Admission €25. Check availability with Devon Inn 069 84007 before travelling.
BAPTISMAL TEAM PREPARATION: A Baptismal Team Preparation meeting will take place in Abbeyfeale Sacristy on Tuesday, April 9 at 8pm. Parents who wish to baptise their child in the next few months are encouraged to attend.
JUNGLE CHALLENGE FUNDRAISER FOR ALL WEATHER PITCH: This year we are hoping to get started on a much needed all weather facility for the town. Fundraising Committee; Joe Weir 087 4545434, Maurice O Connor 087 4121153, Sandra Murphy 0872295573, Pat Fitzgerald 0830691062.
ALONE – the organisation that enables older people age at home are looking for Telephone and Visitation Volunteers to support older people in the community. Call 0801 222024 please or see ALONE.ie/Volunteer for more info.
SOCIAL DANCING IN DUAGH SPORTS AND LEISURE COMPLEX; There’s a fine crowd and a lovely floor in North Kerry’s newest dance venue every Friday night from 9-11pm.. Admission €10.
BLOOD DONATIONS: 3,000 units needed per week to maintain the national blood supply. Phone 1800222111 for details of local clinics. The hospital requirements are 6% higher than this time last year.
RAMBLING HOUSE; Listowel on last Thursday of the month and Knockanure on the first Thursday of the month. Clounmacon Rambling house Friday 12th of April.
.FUNDRAISER FOR DROMTRASNA N.S.: Dance to Olivia Douglas at The Devon Inn on April 18. Doors open 8pm. DJ 8.30pm – 9.30pm, Olivia on stage 9.30pm. Tickets €20. Further information 085 1590520.
WOMENS WELL-BEING GROUP THROUGH HORSES: Sunday mornings, Re connecting to yourself, slowing down, ground based, no horse riding, no horse experience needed, Fitzgerald’s Equestrian Centre. Contact Caitriona 085 2642374/kequinetherapiesandcounselling
ST PIO Prayer Meeting at Castleisland on Tuesday, April 9th .
DRAW FOR NEW PEUGEOT: West Limerick Sports Complex hope to purchase a 2 acre site and are running a draw for a new car to raise funds. Tickets available on 069 77551 or www. wlsc.ie
ALERT: Limerick City and County Council advice Road Users and Businesses that Water main Replacement and Road Pavement Works are taking place from the Church of Assumption in Abbeyfeale to Mount Mahon. Some days there is more of a hold up than others, if you can, leave plenty of time to get through town. There’s also talk about a burst pipe so might be safer to drink bottled water.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: Pilgrimage to Knock Calling ALL ADORERS of the Blessed Sacrament in Limerick Diocese. The National Eucharistic Adoration Pilgrimage to Knock will take place on Sunday 14th April (weekend after Divine Mercy).
SOCIAL DANCING CLASSES: Waltzing, jiving etc. in the Plaza Hall, Listowel for Beginners: 7.00-8.00 pm, advanced: 8.00-9.00 pm. For bookings, please contact 087 7541631.
SET DANCING CLASSES: Set dancing classes are held in Ballyhahill Hall at 8pm; Marian Hall Moyvane with Timmy Woulfe on Monday’s; Con Colbert Hall Athea at 9pm, on Tuesday’s, and Fr. Casey’s Clubhouse Abbeyfeale at 8.30pm on Wednesday’s.
ANNUAL ST PIO AND ST PHILOMENA PILGRIMAGE to San Giovanni and Mugnano will take place from 15th –19th July led by Michael O’Connor and Spiritual Director, Fr Sean Jones. For further information and booking please contact Michael 087 2677656 or JWT 01 2410800. The First Class relic of St. Pio is available from Michael or anyone who would like a blessing. Many Healings , Miracles and graces have taken place through the intercession of St. Pio.
RADIO MARIA: Radio Maria is a Catholic radio station, available via Saorview on television, – Saorview channel 210. It can also be listened to via their website radiomaria.ie Each day they have Mass, Rosary and other prayers, and Christian music and hymns. Also, discussions and talks on all aspects of the Christian faith and the Catholic Church. It is run by many dedicated people and deserves our support. Tune in and find programmes that you enjoy.
FATIMA KERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE: Guided Tour Led by Fr Noel Spring ( Castletownbere), 4* Hotel Fatima, Half Board, 10th—15th of May €979pp. For further information contact Maureen Harty 066 7131328, Barter’s Travelnet: 021 4851700 or kcallaghan.
KATIE GOING ON TOUR: Written by Therése Prendeville, granddaughter of the great MaryJo whose appearances on stage in Abbeyfeale back in the day are the stuff of legend “Katie” will be in St. John’s on Thursday, April 11, the Schoolyard Theatre, Charleville on Saturday, April 20 and back in the Glórach on Sunday, April 21.
CHARITY: Mark Fleming Memorial Charity, Cars and Coffee Meet: A cars and coffee meet will take place at the Ferry Car park, Tarbert on Sunday April 21st,ample parking for spectators, with Tarbert Power Station allowing the use of their car park. All proceeds of this event will be for the SADS department in The Mater Hospital.
YOGA CLASSES: Yoga classes are held in Fr. Casey’s Club house every Monday evening from7-8.30pm with Mike Houlihan 0872732591.
JOB: Lifeguards Wanted: Are you interested in working as a Beach Lifeguard? Clare, Fingal and Limerick are currently looking for lifeguards for the 2024 period. You will be responsible for performing rescues, administering first aid and the supervision of activities at the beach amongst other duties. For further information about these roles and many more can be found at https://watersafety.ie/careers/
LOUGH DERG PILGRIMAGES: Three Day Pilgrimages begins Friday, May 31 until Thursday 15th August. https://www.loughderg.org/2024season/
FATIMA: Led by Fr. Noel Spring – Travel Date: 10th – 15th May 2024. 4 Star Hotel Fatima Group Leader Maureen Harty: 066-7131328 Should anybody be interested contact directly at Barters Travelnet, Cork. 021 4851700 or email Karen kcallaghan
MARRIAGE: Worldwide marriage encounter weekend will be held in the Focolare Centre Prosperous, Co. Kildare, Friday 26th Apr.-28th Apr.’24. Register online www.marriageencounter.ie
CAMINO: A group from Athea are hoping to do 100km of the Camino Frances from Sarria to Santiago from June 12-19. Average walk 20km per day, please contact Denise on 086-6095716.
MESSAGE FROM MAUREEN: A very sincere thank you to everyone who posted stamps, dropped off stamps and candles at the River Island Hotel, Castleisland and Fitzpatrick’s bus hire office. Candles can be dropped off at’ Fit for you’ alterations shop opposite the Church corner Boherbue and Sewing shop in Church town just above Hunt’s shop. Again thank you to everyone. God Bless. Maureen 087 9845102.
ST.ITA’S DAY CARE AND SHELTERED HOUSING: Meals on Wheels – Available to Everyone. Collect from the Centre or have it delivered. Monday, April 1 Closed Bank Holiday. Tuesday, April 2 Pork Chop or Turkey Burger. Wednesday, April 3 Chicken and Mushroom Vol au Vent or Braised Steak. Thursday, April 4 Bacon and Cabbage or Lamb Chop. Friday, April 5 Fish or Meat Alternative. Please let us know if you require a Gluten Free option. Price List Soup €1, Main Meal €7, half portion €5. Plate of Vegetables and Potatoes €3. Dessert €2. Contact 068 51850.
PLAY “A Tomb with a View” written by Norman Robbins will be staged in Ballyhahill Hall on four nights in April – 5th, 6th, 12th and 13th..
SPRING CLEAN: nationalspringclean.org – the online resource for An Taisce’s National Spring Clean, Ireland’s nationwide anti-litter campaign which takes place during the whole month of April.
In 2023 , 5,640 groups registered to carry out clean-ups throughout the country – Volunteers who participated in the Spring Clean 2022 collected an estimated 2,600 tonnes of litter.
https://nationalspringclean.org/
JANICE CARRIG MINSTRY: Holy Spirit Prayer Meeting last Sunday of each month at the Desmond Complex at 3pm. A prayer meeting will also take place in Scartaglen Church on Sunday, April 21 from 2.30p. Everyone welcome. Rosary, Divine Mercy, Scripture and healing. The world is so in need of prayers.
40 HOUR FOR VOCATIONS TO THE PRIESTHOOD: in St. Brigid’s Chapel, Church of the Resurrection Killarney: Thursday 5th May beginning at 5 p. m. Finishing with Holy Mass on Saturday 23rd May. 0876884124.
ACCORD CATHOLIC MARRIAGE CARE SERVICE CLG SEEKING MARRIAGE PREPARATION FACILITATORS
If you have a positive attitude towards marriage in the Catholic Church and have the enthusiasm to be part of the Accord team in supporting couples who are preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage Accord wants to hear from you! Successful applicants will receive professional training and will be part of a team.
CHURCH NOTES: Co Parish Priests of the Pastoral Area: Fr Denis Mullane
087/2621911 Fr Tony Mullins 087/2600414 Fr Willie Russell 087/2272825 Fr Dan Lane (Retired) 087/2533030 Fr James Ambrose (Retired) Tel 087/7740753. Divine Mercy Meetings will take place every Monday evening after 7 pm Mass. Baptisms in Abbeyfeale will be celebrated on the first Saturday of each month at 5.00pm. Also, on the second Sunday of the month after the 12noon Mass. Contact the Sacristy 068/51915 during Mass Times.
Mass Intentions: Wednesday 10am Sean Enright, Purt. Saturday 6.30pm Jim & Nora Harnett, The Hill and deceased family members. Bridie Geary, London . Hannah & John O’Donoghue Knocknasna. Tom Broderick, Killarney Road. Sunday 10am Paddy Woulfe, Kilconlea . 12noon Dr. Michael Wall, Mountmahon. Tadgh Quinn, Purt Yard Month Mind. Mary Ita Barry, Clash Road Month Mind. Patrick Collins, Glenashrone 10th Anniversary and his brother John Collins Ennis. Mairead Lenihan, Clash Road. Adult Choir practice every Wednesday evening at 7.30pm. Aware Depression & Bipolar Disorder Support supportmail Bodywhys Eating Disorders Associations of Ireland alex 01 2107906. Information and Support for Birth Mothers – whose babies were placed for adoption may be found at www.birthinfo.ie or by calling the relevant section of TUSLA at +353 818 445 500. Grow Mental Health- Friendly Community based groups for anyone experiencing mental health issue through 12 Step Program of connection, hope, identity by empowering people to nurture their positive wellbeing by supporting personal growth through education, peer support and self-teaching. Based in 33 Henry Street and Croom, several meetings including new meeting on Monday 11-1pm. Contact Michael 086-6063182/Celia 0861526966/Www.grow.ie Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage is back in its full capacity for 2024, bringing a full team of workers and assisted pilgrims. If you know someone (family member, neighbour, friend etc.) who would like to travel as part of our assisted pilgrim section please let them know. Further information available from Limerick Diocesan Office on 061-350000.
USED CANDLES: Thank you to each and every one of you who have already sent stamps and collected used candles. Can I please point out that plastic ornamental candles are of no use. Please continue the good work and again many, many thanks. Please mention to the Sacristan in your church about the used candles, the Christmas Wreath candles are only used for that year and new candles are used next year. God Bless, Maureen 087 9845102.
PARKRUN in Listowel takes place every Saturday morning from 9:30am.
MEDJUGORJE PILGRIMAGES 2024 1st—8th May 2024 & 18th—25th Sept 2024. Cost €510. For further information contact Tom Collins: 086 8380406. Group Leader: Maura Harksen. Spiritual Director: Fr. Francis Nolan, 11th September for 7 nights. Return flights from Cork to Dubrovnik, 7 nights in Hotel Dubrovnik. Breakfast & Dinner each day. Full Religious Programme. €879, per person sharing. Optional: Travel insurance and single supplement. Joe Walsh guides and representative throughout. For details & bookings contact: Maura O’Keeffe Harcksen (Tralee) on 087 151 7696 or 066 7127143.
ABBEYFEALE COMMUNITY ALERT: Log onto Hi Digital – the step by step course to learn some digital skills and it’s free. Ring them on 1800203030. Whatever you do don’t click on any links that are texted to you. Keep your security settings or security software up to date on your computer and change your passwords regularly. Once you reach the age of 65 and live alone or with a person/s aged over 65 you are entitled to receive a monitored alarm system. But if you have younger people living in the house who are out for long periods of the day then because you are spending hours alone you are also entitled to the system provided that you are over 65. The free equipment is provided by Pobal following an application from Abbeyfeale Community Alert, there will be a monitoring fee to be paid from the second year of installation to the installing company of €72. Please note that this fee has increased by €6 and is payable in a lump sum each year after year one. Should you not have a landline the installing company Task provide a sim card at a rate of €7.50 per month payable from day one. Committee members are Michael O’Kelly N.T., Seamus Stack, Mossie Gleeson, Kathleen Collins, Mary McArthur, John O’Sullivan, Billy Quirke N.T., Cllr. Francis Foley, Susan Daly, Catherine Daly, Marian Harnett
COFFEE MORNING FOR THE LATE FR. TIM GALVIN’S MISSION: Fran Leahy originally from New St., Abbeyfeale and who has gone out to help in the schools that Fr. Tim set up, over several years is returning again in May for a 6 month term. She will be covering all her expenses herself but her friends are planning to hold a coffee morning on Saturday, April 13 from 11am – 2pm in St. Ita’s Day Care Centre to raise funds for the running of the schools. We’d appreciate some home baking and spot prizes for a mega raffle. Further information from Fran on 087 9473333.
JOHNNY CASH COMING TO TOWN: Good Friday night will see the first ever appearance of Johnny Cash in Abbeyfeale and not only that but he will be bringing June Carter and the Real Deal Band with him. The occasion is a fundraiser for Jungle Challenge contestant Pat Fitzgerald and with a secret American sponsor paying for the band every single penny from ticket sales will go to the Astro turf pitch fund. The venue is the Railway Bar and doors will open at 8.30pm with the show on stage at 9.30pm. There will be music before and after the show with a guest DJ. Tickets are just €10 and have been flying out the door but there are still some left so get them early to avoid disappointment. Tickets are available at the Siopa Milsean, the Railway Bar or Joe Weir.There will be a seated and standing area on the night so all tastes will be able to enjoy the show. There will also be a shuttle bus with Ronnie running from the square between 8.30 and 9 and again at the end of the night back into town. Thanks to the many, many people who have already supported this event, the kids and youth of the town will benefit greatly from your generosity when this long overdue facility is built.
LOVE IN THE COUNTRY: Last year’s very enjoyable and popular dating programme "Love in the Country" which aired on RTE2 and followed a number of singletons in their search for love, was such a huge success that the programme makers are now preparing for another series. The producers of the programme are looking for potential singletons, preferable living and/or working in the countryside, and from parts of Ireland that did not feature on the previous programme – hence part of their search in Abbeyfeale and surrounding areas. If interested in finding out how the [programme is put together, or better again taking part, email the casting crew: love and/or the producer: leah.wallace for more info.
NCW FILM CLUB: On Friday 5th April, at 8pm. in the Desmond Complex the following film will be screened ‘Typist Artist Pirate King’. Directed and written by acclaimed British author Carol Morley, this film shines a light on an obscure female outsider artist through an imagined road trip ditch mission to get recognition for her talent, Sunderland born artist, Audrey Amiss persuades her psychiatric nurse to take her on a road trip back to where her story began but with many deviations along the way, will they ever make it? Drama. Commences 8pm sharp €8/card payments accepted, For more information telephone 087 687 7970.
FLEADH BY THE FEALE CELEBRATES 30 YEARS: Hard to believe it but this year the Fleadh by the Feale celebrates its 30th year in existence. A packed itinerary of events lies ahead for the May Bank Holiday Weekend, with our two concerts being a standout. On Saturday 4th May Celtic Steps; The Show will be taking to the stage at Coláiste Íde agus Iosaif, while on Sunday 5th the internationally renowned Mulcahy Family will be playing at the Glórach Theatre. Tickets available online at eventbrite or in person at the Siopa Milseáin. Check out our Facebook page for more information regarding these events and also the wide variety of workshops that we will be running. Looking forward to keeping ye updated about other events in the coming weeks, rumour has it that Leo Varadkar may well have timed his resignation so as to be free to attend this fabulous festival, and many of his colleagues appear to be following suit. Whatever visitors turn up, a guarantee of a fantastic weekend of music lies ahead of them.
WEST LIMERICK SINGING CLUB: The next Singing Session will take place in The Ramble Inn, Church Street on Friday, April 5 from 9pm. Everyone welcome.
NEWCASTLEWEST REPAIR CAFÉ: As repair cafés are volunteer led, we need your help to kickstart this initiative locally, so please email Andi at amothersoul if you are interested in finding out more about how you can lend a hand, full support will be given.
What is a repair café? Repair Cafés are free meeting places and they’re all about repairing things (together). In the Repair Café, you’ll find tools and materials to help you make any repairs you need. On clothes, furniture, electrical appliances, bicycles, crockery, appliances, toys, et cetera. You’ll also find local expert volunteers, with repair skills in all kinds of fields.
Visitors bring their broken items from home. Together with the specialists they start making their repairs in the Repair Café. It’s an ongoing learning process to empower people to fix instead of binning items, and fantastic for keeping more household goods in circulation and out of the rubbish tips! If you have nothing to repair, you can enjoy a cup of tea or coffee. Or you can lend a hand with someone else’s repair job. You can also get inspired at the reading table – by leafing through books on repairs and DIY. There are over 2,500 Repair Cafes worldwide, and you can find out more by visiting https://www.repaircafe.org/en/ Taking place on the last Wednesday of the month from March onwards.
FEALE CRAFTERS ARE BACK: The Square, Saturday, March 30. Easter Bonnet competition on the day.
RALLY: Maurice Collins Memorial Rally on Easter Sunday 31st March, Tractor Run on Saturday and Car Run on Sunday Morning.
POPE’S NEW BOOK: Pope Francis’ autobiographical book entitled "Life. My Story in History," written with Vatican journalist Fabio Marchese Ragona, set to be released on March 19 by HarperCollins.: The book spans over 300 pages and covers all aspects of Pope Francis’s life, from his relationship with his family, especially with his grandparents, their emigration to Argentina in 1929, a "little derailment" during his seminary period, and World War II with its dramatic atomic epilogue.
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast/the-young-vatican/2018/10/synod-youth-2018-stay-tuned.html
CREATIVE EASTER CAMPS: Children aged 5-12. Tuesday –Friday, April 2-5 from 10-12 noon. Book on 068 22212. €20 per child. Kerry Writers Museum, Listowel. Brosna Hall Easter Camp: Junior Infants to Fourth Class March Monday 25-Thursday 28 from 9.30 – 12.30pm. Arts and Crafts, Games, Music and Dance, Drama, Storytelling, Sports. Further details from Sarah 086 8668156 brosbaeastercano
OLD CHRISTMAS CARDS: If you have old Christmas cards you can drop them into the old Weigh House in the Market Yard Tuesday evening from 6 – 8pm. Contact Ann Brennan 087 934 4103.
CPR AED TRAINING IN ATHEA: Training for Teens has been arranged for the following dates: Thursday 28th March; Thursday 4th April; Thursday 11th April; Thursday 18th April, time 18.00 – 21.30 each night .Venue: Con Colbert Memorial Hall, please contact Helen Brosnan on 087 6103840.
EASTER BASKETBALL CAMP: The camp held in Listowel Community Centre from Monday 25 – Thursday March 28 caters for senior infants to third class from 9.30 – 12.30pm and fourth class to sixth class from 1-4pm. To book email highhoopsbasketballcamp or call James on 087 9622263.
MAUREEN’S SPRING BREAK: “Because more people want to go on this fantastic break we have booked a bigger bus and more rooms in the Great Northern 4 * Hotel, in Bundoran. Complimentary use of the Leisure Centre, dancing in the Atlantic Ballroom every night. Each morning a full Irish breakfast and four course choice of dinner menu. We will be going out each morning after breakfast touring you will be taken to a different location and different experience.Fitzpatrick’s bus will be in Listowel at the Square on Sunday 28th April, at 8.30am. on to Abbeyfeale pick up 8.45am. bus stop opposite the church, Newcastle West opposite the Longcourt House Hotel bus stop 9am. then onto the South Court Hotel Car park 9,30am. Next stop in Galway for breakfast. For more information and booking please contact Maureen 087 9845102.”
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: The Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage (Thursday 20th to Tuesday 25th June 2024) is back in its full capacity for 2024, bringing a full team of workers and assisted pilgrims. If you would like to be a volunteer helper on the pilgrimage, please contact the organisers of the pilgrimage at the Limerick Diocesan Office on 061-350000.
FUNDRAISER FOR CAROL LISTON O’CONNOR AND FAMILY: Susan Browne Singers, Liam O’Connor Show with Brian Kennedy Devon Inn Friday, April 12. Doors open 8pm, Admission €25. Check availability with Devon Inn 069 84007 before travelling.
JUNGLE CHALLENGE FUNDRAISER FOR ALL WEATHER PITCH: This year we are hoping to get started on a much needed all weather facility for the town. A Jungle Challenge Fundraiser with Nora Collins who along with FAI schools coach Pat Fitzgerald is running a Summer camp for U6 – U12’s from Monday, March 25 – Wednesday, March 27 from 10 – 1pm. Registration at the clubhouse on Friday, March 15 from 6-7pm. €30 per child. Contact Nora 087 6568300. Fundraising Committee; Joe Weir 087 4545434, Maurice O Connor 087 4121153, Sandra Murphy 0872295573, Pat Fitzgerald 0830691062.
SOCIAL DANCING IN DUAGH SPORTS AND LEISURE COMPLEX; There’s a fine crowd and a lovely floor in North Kerry’s newest dance venue every Friday night from 9-11pm.. Dancing on Good Friday, March 29 to Noreen Ashe. Admission €10.
BLOOD DONATIONS: 3,000 units needed per week to maintain the national blood supply. Phone 1800222111 for details of local clinics. The hospital requirements are 6% higher than this time last year.
HOSPICE MEMORIAL GOOD FRIDAY WALK/RUN: The Annual Good Friday Listowel Hospice Walk/Run will commence at 10am from St. Patrick’s Hall on 29th March and will go up along the Greenway. Registration takes place from 9.30am with distances of 3k, 5k or 10k to choose from. There will be refreshments in the hall afterwards so even if you don’t feel up to walking, do call in for a cuppa and a chat. Sponsorship cards are available from Committee Members and JK Sports. Contact Eileen 087 9865275 / Jenny 086 3934134 / Siobhán 087 6464799. Donations can also be made through the Listowel Hospice Instagram or Facebook page
RAMBLING HOUSE; Listowel on last Thursday of the month and Knockanure on the first Thursday of the month.
.FUNDRAISER FOR DROMTRASNA N.S.: Dance to Olivia Douglas at The Devon Inn on April 18. Doors open 8pm. DJ 8.30pm – 9.30pm, Olivia on stage 9.30pm. Tickets €20. Further information 085 1590520.
WOMENS WELL-BEING GROUP THROUGH HORSES: Sunday mornings, Re connecting to yourself, slowing down, ground based, no horse riding, no horse experience needed, Fitzgerald’s Equestrian Centre. Contact Caitriona 085 2642374/kequinetherapiesandcounselling
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DIVINE Mercy Novena: begins on Good Friday and continues until. Divine Mercy Sunday, 7 April 2024. Leaflets available at the church doors.
ST PIO Prayer Meeting at Castleisland on April 9th 2024 – (Second Tuesday).
LATIN Mass will be offered on Sunday, 31st March, at 12.00 noon at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Rathass, by Fr. Bernard Healy. More information from LatinMassTralee
DRAW FOR NEW PEUGEOT: West Limerick Sports Complex hope to purchase a 2 acre site and are running a draw for a new car. Tickets available on 069 77551 or www. wlsc.ie
ALERT: Limerick City and County Council advice Road Users and Businesses that Water main Replacement and Road Pavement Works are taking place from the Church of Assumption in Abbeyfeale to Mount Mahon. Some days there is more of a hold up than others, if you can, leave plenty of time to get through town.
DRAMA AND WELLBEING CLASSES 5-12 YEAR OLDS: Glórach Theatre started on February 3 from 3 – 4.30pm and continuing every week.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: Pilgrimage to Knock Calling ALL ADORERS of the Blessed Sacrament in Limerick Diocese. The National Eucharistic Adoration Pilgrimage to Knock will take place on Sunday 14th April (weekend after Divine Mercy). Please ring this number 086-0401789 / 087-6497382 to enquire or book a seat. The full bus details are on www.eucharisticadoration.ie
SOCIAL DANCING CLASSES: Waltzing, jiving etc. in the Plaza Hall, Listowel for Beginners: 7.00-8.00 pm, advanced: 8.00-9.00 pm. For bookings, please contact 087 7541631.
SET DANCING CLASSES: Set dancing classes are held in Ballyhahill Hall at 8pm; Marian Hall Moyvane with Timmy Woulfe on Monday’s; Con Colbert Hall Athea at 9pm, on Tuesday’s, and Fr. Casey’s Clubhouse Abbeyfeale at 8.30pm on Wednesday’s.
ANNUAL ST PIO AND ST PHILOMENA PILGRIMAGE to San Giovanni and Mugnano will take place from 15th –19th July led by Michael O’Connor and Spiritual Director, Fr Sean Jones. For further information and booking please contact Michael 087 2677656 or JWT 01 2410800. The First Class relic of St. Pio is available from Michael or anyone who would like a blessing. Many Healings , Miracles and graces have taken place through the intercession of St. Pio.
RADIO MARIA: Radio Maria is a Catholic radio station, available via Saorview on television, – Saorview channel 210. It can also be listened to via their website radiomaria.ie Each day they have Mass, Rosary and other prayers, and Christian music and hymns. Also, discussions and talks on all aspects of the Christian faith and the Catholic Church. It is run by many dedicated people and deserves our support. Tune in and find programmes that you enjoy.
FATIMA KERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE: Guided Tour Led by Fr Noel Spring ( Castletownbere), 4* Hotel Fatima, Half Board, 10th—15th of May €979pp. For further information contact Maureen Harty 066 7131328, Barter’s Travelnet: 021 4851700 or kcallaghan.
KATIE GOING ON TOUR: Written by Therése Prendeville, granddaughter of the great MaryJo whose appearances on stage in Abbeyfeale back in the day are the stuff of legend “Katie” will be in St. John’s on Thursday, April 11, the Schoolyard Theatre, Charleville on Saturday, April 20 and back in the Glórach on Sunday, April 21.
CHARITY: Mark Fleming Memorial Charity, Cars and Coffee Meet: A cars and coffee meet will take place at the Ferry Car park, Tarbert on Sunday April 21st,ample parking for spectators, with Tarbert Power Station allowing the use of their car park. All proceeds of this event will be for the SADS department in The Mater Hospital.
YOGA CLASSES: Yoga classes are held in Fr. Casey’s Club house every Monday evening from7-8.30pm with Mike Houlihan 0872732591.
JOB: Lifeguards Wanted: Are you interested in working as a Beach Lifeguard? Clare, Fingal and Limerick are currently looking for lifeguards for the 2024 period. You will be responsible for performing rescues, administering first aid and the supervision of activities at the beach amongst other duties. For further information about these roles and many more can be found at https://watersafety.ie/careers/
BELFAST EASTER BREAK: April 1-3 Two nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast. Call 064 6631095.
LOUGH DERG PILGRIMAGES: Three Day Pilgrimages begins Friday, May 31 until Thursday 15th August. https://www.loughderg.org/2024season/
FATIMA: Led by Fr. Noel Spring – Travel Date: 10th – 15th May 2024. 4 Star Hotel Fatima Group Leader Maureen Harty: 066-7131328 Should anybody be interested contact directly at Barters Travelnet, Cork. 021 4851700 or email Karen kcallaghan
MARRIAGE: Worldwide marriage encounter weekend will be held in the Focolare Centre Prosperous, Co. Kildare, Friday 26th Apr.-28th Apr.’24. Register online www.marriageencounter.ie
CAMINO: A group from Athea are hoping to do 100km of the Camino Frances from Sarria to Santiago from June 12-19. Average walk 20km per day, please contact Denise on 086-6095716.
MESSAGE FROM MAUREEN: A very sincere thank you to everyone who posted stamps, dropped off stamps and candles at the River Island Hotel, Castleisland and Fitzpatrick’s bus hire office. Candles can be dropped off at’ Fit for you’ alterations shop opposite the Church corner Boherbue and Sewing shop in Church town just above Hunt’s shop. Again thank you to everyone. God Bless. Maureen 087 9845102.
ST.ITA’S DAY CARE AND SHELTERED HOUSING: Meals on Wheels – Available to Everyone. Collect from the Centre or have it delivered. Monday, March 25 Braised Steak or Chicken Goujons. Tuesday, March 26 Bacon and Cabbage or Chicken Fillet. Wednesday, March 27 Turkey Steak or Lamb Chop. Thursday, March 28 Pork Chop or Lasagne. Friday, March 22 Fish or Meat Alternative. Please8 let us know if you require a Gluten Free option. Price List Soup €1, Main Meal €7, half portion €5. Plate of Vegetables and Potatoes €3. Dessert €2. Contact 068 51850.
PLAY “A Tomb with a View” written by Norman Robbins will be staged in Ballyhahill Hall on four nights in April – 5th, 6th, 12th and 13th..
SPRING CLEAN: nationalspringclean.org – the online resource for An Taisce’s National Spring Clean, Ireland’s nationwide anti-litter campaign which takes place during the whole month of April.
In 2023 , 5,640 groups registered to carry out clean-ups throughout the country – Volunteers who participated in the Spring Clean 2022 collected an estimated 2,600 tonnes of litter.
https://nationalspringclean.org/
JANICE CARRIG MINSTRY: Holy Spirit Prayer Meeting last Sunday of each month at the Desmond Complex at 3pm. Everyone welcome. The world is so in need of prayers.
40 HOUR FOR VOCATIONS TO THE PRIESTHOOD: in St. Brigid’s Chapel, Church of the Resurrection Killarney: Thursday 5th May beginning at 5 p. m. Finishing with Holy Mass on Saturday 23rd May. 0876884124.
ACCORD CATHOLIC MARRIAGE CARE SERVICE CLG SEEKING MARRIAGE PREPARATION FACILITATORS
If you have a positive attitude towards marriage in the Catholic Church and have the enthusiasm to be part of the Accord team in supporting couples who are preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage Accord wants to hear from you! Successful applicants will receive professional training and will be part of a team delivering marriage preparation programmes locally.
Contact Aisling on 01 505 3112 or by email to marriagepreparation
LARTIGUE: We are delighted to be opening for the Easter Bank Holiday Weekend. The Lartigue Monorail & Museum, Listowel will open from Saturday March 30th through to Monday April 1st.The Summer Season will recommence on Monday May 1st.
CHURCH NOTES: Co Parish Priests of the Pastoral Area: Fr Denis Mullane
087/2621911 Fr Tony Mullins 087/2600414 Fr Willie Russell 087/2272825 Fr Dan Lane (Retired) 087/2533030 Fr James Ambrose (Retired) Tel 087/7740753. Divine Mercy Meetings will take place every Monday evening after 7 pm Mass. Baptisms in Abbeyfeale will be celebrated on the first Saturday of each month at 5.00pm. Also, on the second Sunday of the month after the 12noon Mass. Contact the Sacristy 068/51915 during Mass Times.
Wednesday Mass of Chrism: Blessing of Holy Oily during the Chrism Mass St. John’s Cathedral, Limerick. Holy Thursday, March 28 at 7.30pm followed by Eucharistic Procession to the Blessed Sacrament Chapel. Confessions in main Church. Adoration follows until 10pm. Good Friday at 3pm Celebration of the Lord’s Passion including Veneration of the Cross. Stations of the Cross 7.30pm . Holy Saturday Confessions 11 -1pm. Blessings of Easter Baskets for the Polish Community at 12 noon. Easter Vigil Mass at 8pm. Blessing of Paschal Fire and Easter Candle. Easter Sunday Mass 10am (broadcast on WL102fm) and Mass at 12 noon. Adult Choir practice every Wednesday evening at 7.30pm. Aware Depression & Bipolar Disorder Support supportmail Bodywhys Eating Disorders Associations of Ireland alex 01 2107906. Information and Support for Birth Mothers – whose babies were placed for adoption may be found at www.birthinfo.ie or by calling the relevant section of TUSLA at +353 818 445 500. Grow Mental Health- Friendly Community based groups for anyone experiencing mental health issue through 12 Step Program of connection, hope, identity by empowering people to nurture their positive wellbeing by supporting personal growth through education, peer support and self-teaching. Based in 33 Henry Street and Croom, several meetings including new meeting on Monday 11-1pm. Contact Michael 086-6063182/Celia 0861526966/Www.grow.ie Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage is back in its full capacity for 2024, bringing a full team of workers and assisted pilgrims. If you know someone (family member, neighbour, friend etc.) who would like to travel as part of our assisted pilgrim section please let them know. Further information available from Limerick Diocesan Office on 061-350000.
USED CANDLES: Thank you to each and every one of you who have already sent stamps and collected used candles. Can I please point out that plastic
ornamental candles are of no use. Please continue the good work and again many, many thanks. Please mention to the Sacristan in your church about the used candles, the Christmas Wreath candles are only used for that year and new candles are used next year. God Bless, Maureen 087 9845102.
PARKRUN in Listowel takes place every Saturday morning from 9:30am.
MEDJUGORJE PILGRIMAGES 2024 1st—8th May 2024 & 18th—25th Sept 2024. Cost €510. For further information contact Tom Collins: 086 8380406. Group Leader: Maura Harksen. Spiritual Director: Fr. Francis Nolan, 11th September for 7 nights. Return flights from Cork to Dubrovnik, 7 nights in Hotel Dubrovnik. Breakfast & Dinner each day. Full Religious Programme. €879, per person sharing. Optional: Travel insurance and single supplement. Joe Walsh guides and representatives throughout. For details & bookings contact: Maura O’Keeffe Harcksen (Tralee) on 087 151 7696 or 066 7127143.
ABBEYFEALE COMMUNITY ALERT: Log onto Hi Digital – the step by step course to learn some digital skills and it’s free. Ring them on 1800203030. Whatever you do don’t click on any links that are texted to you. Keep your security settings or security software up to date on your computer and change your passwords regularly. Once you reach the age of 65 and live alone or with a person/s aged over 65 you are entitled to receive a monitored alarm system. But if you have younger people living in the house who are out for long periods of the day then because you are spending hours alone you are also entitled to the system provided that you are over 65. The free equipment is provided by Pobal following an application from Abbeyfeale Community Alert, there will be a monitoring fee to be paid from the second year of installation to the installing company of €72. Please note that this fee has increased by €6 and is payable in a lump sum each year after year one. Should you not have a landline the installing company Task provide a sim card at a rate of €7.50 per month payable from day one. Committee members are Michael O’Kelly N.T., Seamus Stack, Mossie Gleeson, Kathleen Collins, Mary McArthur, John O’Sullivan, Billy Quirke N.T., Cllr. Francis Foley, Susan Daly, Catherine Daly, Marian Harnett
PROLOGUE: Defeat is a state of mind; no one is ever defeated until defeat is accepted as a reality. Anon.
DEATH: We offer our sympathy to the family of Mary Ita Barry, Clash Road whose funeral took place during the week. May she rest in peace.
A new monthly repair café is starting soon in Newcastle West!
NEWCASTLEWEST REPAIR CAFÉ:As repair cafés are volunteer led, we need your help to kickstart this initiative locally, so please email Andi at amothersoul if you are interested in finding out more about how you can lend a hand, full support will be given.
What is a repair café? Repair Cafés are free meeting places and they’re all about repairing things (together). In the Repair Café, you’ll find tools and materials to help you make any repairs you need. On clothes, furniture, electrical appliances, bicycles, crockery, appliances, toys, et cetera. You’ll also find local expert volunteers, with repair skills in all kinds of fields.
Visitors bring their broken items from home. Together with the specialists they start making their repairs in the Repair Café. It’s an ongoing learning process to empower people to fix instead of binning items, and fantastic for keeping more household goods in circulation and out of the rubbish tips! If you have nothing to repair, you can enjoy a cup of tea or coffee. Or you can lend a hand with someone else’s repair job. You can also get inspired at the reading table – by leafing through books on repairs and DIY. There are over 2,500 Repair Cafes worldwide, and you can find out more by visiting https://www.repaircafe.org/en/ Taking place on the last Wednesday of the month from March onwards.
FEALE CRAFTERS ARE BACK: The Square, Saturday, March 30.
RALLY: Maurice Collins Memorial Rally on Easter Sunday 31st March, Tractor Run on Saturday and Car Run on Sunday Morning.
POPE’S NEW BOOK: Pope Francis’ autobiographical book entitled "Life. My Story in History," written with Vatican journalist Fabio Marchese Ragona, set to be released on March 19 by HarperCollins.: The book spans over 300 pages and covers all aspects of Pope Francis’s life, from his relationship with his family, especially with his grandparents, their emigration to Argentina in 1929, a "little derailment" during his seminary period, and World War II with its dramatic atomic epilogue.
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast/the-young-vatican/2018/10/synod-youth-2018-stay-tuned.html
CREATIVE EASTER CAMPS: Children aged 5-12. Tuesday –Friday, April 2-5 from 10-12 noon. Book on 068 22212. €20 per child. Kerry Writers Museum, Listowel. Brosna Hall Easter Camp: Junior Infants to Fourth Class March Monday 25-Thursday 28 from 9.30 – 12.30pm. Arts and Crafts, Games, Music and Dance, Drama, Storytelling, Sports. Further details from Sarah 086 8668156 brosbaeastercano
CPR AED- Training for Teens has been arranged for the following dates: Thursday 28th March; Thursday 4th April; Thursday 11th April; Thursday 18th April, time 18.00 – 21.30 each night .Venue: Con Colbert Memorial Hall, please contact Helen Brosnan on 087 6103840.
EASTER BASKETBALL CAMP: The camp held in Listowel Community Centre from Monday 25 – Thursday March 28 caters for senior infants to third class from 9.30 – 12.30pm and fourth class to sixth class from 1-4pm. To book email highhoopsbasketballcamp or call James on 087 9622263.
ABBEYSIDE PLAYERS: “God rest his soul" A comedy by John Hank Regan is in the Glórach, Thursday 21, Friday 22 and Sunday 24. We all need a laugh these days especially with the weather raining most days since June 17, 2023 and this play will definitely put a smile on your face. Admission €15. Take note Anita Bennis you have a star on your hands. Booking 087 1383940.
DESERT DAY: “Companions on the Journey”; Desert Day in preparation for Holy Week. Silent Retreat with Eucharist & Reconciliation, Saturday 23rd March 2024; 10.30am to 5pm in Limerick Diocesan Centre. Facilitated by Phyllis Moynihan RSM and Ann Mulcahy. Please bring your own packed lunch. Tea/Coffee/Snacks provided. Donation: €20. Booking is essential, contact Phyllis at 087 963 6893 or email: moynihanphyllis525 to register your place.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: The Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage (Thursday 20th to Tuesday 25th June 2024) is back in its full capacity for 2024, bringing a full team of workers and assisted pilgrims. If you would like to be a volunteer helper on the pilgrimage, please contact the organisers of the pilgrimage at the Limerick Diocesan Office on 061-350000.
‘WHY I HAVEN’T MET OPRAH YET? Dee Keogh brings her acclaimed one woman show to Kerry Writers’ Museum on Wednesday March 20th before it premiers in New York. Why I haven’t Met Oprah Yet? is Dee’s journey to meet her idol, the legendary Oprah Winfrey. Dee writes to Oprah regularly in the hope of receiving a positive result. With her Dublin humour, coupled with her unwavering belief that dreams do come true. This show will bring you to the edge of your seat, excite and delight the audience through the highs and lows of pursuing a dream. It will challenge laws of attraction, the power of having a vision, and pursuing a goal. You will come away with new insights and an invitation to trust and to follow your own dreams. Doors open at 7.30 pm, performance at 7.45 pm. Tickets €10, available from the museum box office on 068 22212.
FUNDRAISER FOR CAROL LISTON O’CONNOR AND FAMILY: Susan Browne Singers, Liam O’Connor Show with Brian Kennedy Devon Inn Friday, April 12. Doors open 8pm, Admission €25. Check availability with Devon Inn 069 84007 before travelling.
JUNGLE CHALLENGE FUNDRAISER FOR ALL WEATHER PITCH: This year we are hoping to get started on a much needed all weather facility for the town. A Jungle Challenge Fundraiser with Nora Collins who along with FAI schools coach Pat Fitzgerald is running a Summer camp for U6 – U12’s from Monday, March 25 – Wednesday, March 27 from 10 – 1pm. Registration at the clubhouse on Friday, March 15 from 6-7pm. €30 per child. Contact Nora 087 6568300. Fundraising Committee; Joe Weir 087 4545434, Maurice O Connor 087 4121153, Sandra Murphy 0872295573, Pat Fitzgerald 0830691062.
SOCIAL DANCING IN DUAGH SPORTS AND LEISURE COMPLEX; There’s a fine crowd and a lovely floor in North Kerry’s newest dance venue every Friday night from 9-11pm.. Dancing on Friday, March 22 to Mike Condon. Admission €10.
‘TURNING MAMMY’: Athea Drama Group’s offering for 2024 is ‘Turning Mammy’ by John McDwyer – it will be on stage in the hall in Athea on Thursday March, 21, 23 and 24. Book 087 6926746. Not suitable for children. You need to book as it is the best laugh you’ll have this Lent and maybe it’s safer to leave Mammy at home as it’s definitely only suitable for pensioners!
BLOOD DONATIONS: 3,000 units needed per week to maintain the national blood supply. Phone 1800222111 for details of local clinics. The hospital requirements are 6% higher than this time last year.
DAFFODIL DAY: Friday, March 22.
SPRING BREAK: A great break that won’t break the Bank. Sunday 28th April, – Thursday 2nd May. Will those who have already given in their name confirm booking with €50 deposit this week. We have a few places available going to print. We will start off our holiday with breakfast in Tuam, Galway then onto Knock, Co. Mayo where we will have a break. Our last break will be in Sligo before arriving at The Great Northern 4 * Hotel, you can relax, go for a walk around the hotel or avail of complimentary use of the Leisure Centre before we have dinner, four course with an excellent choice of menu. After dinner we will go to the Atlantic Ballroom in our hotel where you can enjoy dancing or relaxing listening to the great music being played. After a full Irish Breakfast we will board Fitzpatick’s bus traveling to a different place and doing something different each day. We will be picking up passengers, Listowel the Square, Abbeyfeale bus stop opposite the Church, NCW bus stop opposite Longcourt Hse Hotel, Rathkeale House Hotel, Adare Heritage Centre and the South Court Hotel Limerick. For more information and booking contact Maureen 087 9845102.
FUNDRAISER FOR DROMTRASNA N.S.: Dance to Olivia Douglas at The Devon Inn on April 18. Doors open 8pm. DJ 8.30pm – 9.30pm, Olivia on stage 9.30pm. Tickets €20. Further information 085 1590520.
WOMENS WELL-BEING GROUP THROUGH HORSES: Sunday mornings, Re connecting to yourself, slowing down, ground based, no horse riding, no horse experience needed, Fitzgerald’s Equestrian Centre. Contact Caitriona 085 2642374/kequinetherapiesandcounselling
RAMBLING HOUSE:
DRAW FOR NEW PEUGEOT: West Limerick Sports Complex hope to purchase a 2 acre site and are running a draw for a new car. Tickets available on 069 77551 or www. wlsc.ie
BIBLE: Lenten Scripture Reflection: A Journey through the Bible, every Wednesday until Wednesday March 27th in the Library, Athea from 7.30pm-8.30pm. Followed by a cuppa and chat. Presented by Pat Higgins 087 2034626 and Sean O Mocháin 087-2321375.
ALERT: Limerick City and County Council advice Road Users and Businesses that Water main Replacement and Road Pavement Works are taking place from the Church of Assumption in Abbeyfeale to Mount Mahon. Some days there is more of a hold up than others, if you can, leave plenty of time to get through town.
DRAMA AND WELLBEING CLASSES 5-12 YEAR OLDS: Glórach Theatre started on February 3 from 3 – 4.30pm and continuing every week.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: Pilgrimage to Knock Calling ALL ADORERS of the Blessed Sacrament in Limerick Diocese. The National Eucharistic Adoration Pilgrimage to Knock will take place on Sunday 14th April (weekend after Divine Mercy). Please ring this number 086-0401789 / 087-6497382 to enquire or book a seat. The full bus details are on www.eucharisticadoration.ie
SOCIAL DANCING CLASSES: Waltzing, jiving etc. have started in the Plaza Hall, Listowel for Beginners: 7.00-8.00 pm, advanced: 8.00-9.00 pm. For bookings, please contact 087 7541631.
SET DANCING CLASSES: Set dancing classes are held in Ballyhahill Hall at 8pm; Marian Hall Moyvane with Timmy Woulfe on Monday’s; Con Colbert Hall Athea at 9pm, on Tuesday’s, and Fr. Casey’s Clubhouse Abbeyfeale at 8.30pm on Wednesday’s.
ANNUAL ST PIO AND ST PHILOMENA PILGRIMAGE to San Giovanni and Mugnano will take place from 15th –19th July led by Michael O’Connor and Spiritual Director, Fr Sean Jones. For further information and booking please contact Michael 087 2677656 or JWT 01 2410800. The First Class relic of St. Pio is available from Michael or anyone who would like a blessing. Many Healings , Miracles and graces have taken place through the intercession of St. Pio.
VINTAGE RUN: Knockdown Vintage Club Annual Charity Vintage Run takes place on Sunday, March 24. This year the proceeds are in aid of two charities: Mid-Western Cancer Foundation UHL, and Parkinson’s Association of Ireland. (Mid-West Branch).
RADIO MARIA: Radio Maria is a Catholic radio station, available via Saorview on television, – Saorview channel 210. It can also be listened to via their website radiomaria.ie Each day they have Mass, Rosary and other prayers, and Christian music and hymns. Also, discussions and talks on all aspects of the Christian faith and the Catholic Church. It is run by many dedicated people and deserves our support. Tune in and find programmes that you enjoy.
FATIMA KERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE: Guided Tour Led by Fr Noel Spring ( Castletownbere), 4* Hotel Fatima, Half Board, 10th—15th of May €979pp. For further information contact Maureen Harty 066 7131328, Barter’s Travelnet: 021 4851700 or kcallaghan.
KATIE GOING ON TOUR: Written by Therése Prendeville, granddaughter of the great MaryJo whose appearances on stage in Abbeyfeale back in the day are the stuff of legend “Katie” will be in St. John’s on Thursday, April 11, the Schoolyard Theatre, Charleville on Saturday, April 20 and back in the Glórach on Sunday, April 21.
CHARITY: Mark Fleming Memorial Charity, Cars and Coffee Meet: A cars and coffee meet will take place at the Ferry Car park, Tarbert on Sunday April 21st,ample parking for spectators, with Tarbert Power Station allowing the use of their car park. All proceeds of this event will be for the SADS department in The Mater Hospital.
BOOKS: Ireland Reads; https://www.irelandreads.ie/
YOGA CLASSES: Yoga classes are held in Fr. Casey’s Club house every Monday evening from7-8.30pm with Mike Houlihan 0872732591.
BRUACH NA CARRAIGE, ROCKCHAPEL; Bruach na Carraige, Rockchapel are delighted to host Bryan Murphy, singer, musician and story teller this coming Friday 22nd March @8pm. Tickets available on the night or by calling 087 3236049.
JOB: Lifeguards Wanted: Are you interested in working as a Beach Lifeguard? Clare, Fingal and Limerick are currently looking for lifeguards for the 2024 period. You will be responsible for performing rescues, administering first aid and the supervision of activities at the beach amongst other duties. For further information about these roles and many more can be found at https://watersafety.ie/careers/
BELFAST EASTER BREAK: April 1-3 Two nights Dinner,Bed and Breakfast. Call 064 6631095.
LOUGH DERG PILGRIMAGES: Three Day Pilgrimages begins Friday, May 31 until Thursday 15th August. https://www.loughderg.org/2024season/
FATIMA: Led by Fr. Noel Spring – Travel Date: 10th – 15th May 2024. 4 Star Hotel Fatima Group Leader Maureen Harty: 066-7131328 Should anybody be interested contact directly at Barters Travelnet, Cork. 021 4851700 or email Karen kcallaghan
MARRIAGE: Worldwide marriage encounter weekend will be held in the Focolare Centre Prosperous, Co. Kildare, Friday 26th Apr.-28th Apr.’24. Register online www.marriageencounter.ie
CAMINO: A group from Athea are hoping to do 100km of the Camino Frances from Sarria to Santiago from June 12-19. Average walk 20km per day, please contact Denise on 086-6095716.
FLEADH BY THE FEALE: May Bank Holiday W/E. Tickets at €25 on sale for Celtic Steps The Show Colaiste Ide agus Iosef on Saturday, May 4 and The Mulcahy Family in the Glórach Theatre on Sunday, May 5. Log onto https://linktr.ee/fleadhbythefeale to purchase tickets on Eventbrite.
MESSAGE FROM MAUREEN: A very sincere thank you to everyone who posted stamps, dropped off stamps and candles at the River Island Hotel, Castleisland and Fitzpatrick’s bus hire office. Candles can be dropped off at Fit for you alterations shop opposite the Church corner Boherbue and Sewing shop in Church town just above Hunt’s shop. Again thank you to everyone. God Bless. Maureen 087 9845102.
ST.ITA’S DAY CARE AND SHELTERED HOUSING: Meals on Wheels – Available to Everyone. Collect from the Centre or have it delivered. Monday, March 18 Closed for the Bank Holiday. Tuesday, March 19 Beef Stew or Chicken Fillet. Wednesday, March 20 Bacon and Cabbage or Braised Steak. Thursday, March 21 Toddy’s Homemade Sausages or Chicken Maryland. Friday, March 22 Fish Pie or Meat Alternative. Please let us know if you require a Gluten Free option. Price List Soup €1, Main Meal €7, half portion €5. Plate of Vegetables and Potatoes €3. Dessert €2. Contact 068 51850.
PLAY “A Tomb with a View” written by Norman Robbins will be staged in Ballyhahill Hall on four nights in April – 5th, 6th, 12th and 13th..
SPRING CLEAN: nationalspringclean.org – the online resource for An Taisce’s National Spring Clean, Ireland’s nationwide anti-litter campaign which takes place during the whole month of April.
In 2023 , 5,640 groups registered to carry out clean-ups throughout the country – Volunteers who participated in the Spring Clean 2022 collected an estimated 2,600 tonnes of litter.
https://nationalspringclean.org/
JANICE CARRIG MINSTRY: Holy Spirit Prayer Meeting last Sunday of each month at the Desmond Complex at 3pm. Everyone welcome. The world is so in need of prayers.
RECITAL St. Charles Touring Choir, Illinois, USA, this choir will sing a variety of uplifting choral music under the direction of Mrs. Monica Bertrand and Mr. Michael Molloy in the Cathedral on Wednesday March 27th at 5pm .The concert is free and open to the public.
40 HOUR FOR VOCATIONS TO THE PRIESTHOOD: in St. Brigid’s Chapel, Church of the Resurrection Killarney: Thursday 5th May beginning at 5 p. m. Finishing with Holy Mass on Saturday 23rd May. 0876884124.
ACCORD CATHOLIC MARRIAGE CARE SERVICE CLG SEEKING MARRIAGE PREPARATION FACILITATORS
If you have a positive attitude towards marriage in the Catholic Church and have the enthusiasm to be part of the Accord team in supporting couples who are preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage Accord wants to hear from you! Successful applicants will receive professional training and will be part of a team delivering marriage preparation programmes locally.
Contact Aisling on 01 505 3112 or by email to marriagepreparation
LARTIGUE: We are delighted to be opening for the Easter Bank Holiday Weekend. The Lartigue Monorail & Museum, Listowel will open from Saturday March 30th through to Monday April 1st.The Summer Season will recommence on Monday May 1st.
CHURCH NOTES: Co Parish Priests of the Pastoral Area: Fr Denis Mullane
087/2621911 Fr Tony Mullins 087/2600414 Fr Willie Russell 087/2272825 Fr Dan Lane (Retired) 087/2533030 Fr James Ambrose (Retired) Tel 087/7740753. Divine Mercy Meetings will take place every Monday evening after 7 pm Mass. Baptisms in Abbeyfeale will be celebrated on the first Saturday of each month at 5.00pm. Also, on the second Sunday of the month after the 12noon Mass. Contact the Sacristy 068/51915 during Mass Times.
Lection Divina will take place after Mass on Tuesday Mornings in the Blessed Sacrament Church during Lent. All are welcome. Mass Intentions for the coming week: Wednesday 10am Mary Griffin, Reens Pike Ardagh died recently. Anne Flynn nee McCarthy died recently. Thursday 10am Myles Kehoe. Friday 10am Stephen Siva Birthday remembrance. Saturday 6.30pm Suzanne Hayes, Western Inn 1st Anniversary. Paddy & Kit Donovan and deceased family members. John Brennan and John Brennan Junior Killarney Road. Patrick ( Sonny) O’Sullivan, The Hill Anniversary. Patsy Aeria Anniversary. Sunday 10am Bridie Quirke, Convent Road 1st Anniversary. Ita O’Connell, Kilmanihan, Brosna Anniversary. Mary Healy Caherlane Month Mind. 12noon Paddy & Maryann Walsh and their son Michael Dromtrasna North Anniversary. Some of us become overwhelmed by life’s contradictions. The pain and injustice that they see on every side causes them to lose all faith in God and in life. That could have happened to Jesus. If ever there was a person who had the right to doubt God, and to despair of the human race, and to become cynical about life, that person was Jesus. But through all of His injustice and all of the pain, His faith did not fail. He kept on believing in God, unlike many of us, He kept on believing in people, He kept believing in life. At Calvary, faith won. This year we encourage you to do something for Lent, your choice. Whatever you chose either to give up certain foods, comforts or luxuries. Reduce social media or television or take something up instead and form a new habit. The following are suggested as ways of fulfilling Friday penance: Abstaining from meat or some other food;
Abstaining from alcoholic drink or smoking; Making a special effort at involvement in family prayer; Making a special effort to participate in Mass on Fridays; Visiting the Blessed Sacrament; Making the Stations of the Cross; Fasting from all food for a longer period than usual and perhaps giving what is saved to the needy; Helping the poor, sick, old or lonely. Lent is a time where you can make space to pray, read the bible and reflect. The Stations of the Cross is a traditional way of praying during Lent. We pray this familiar prayer to be with Jesus Christ as he travels his final journey from condemnation to crucifixion along the Via Dolorosa out of love for and commitment to us and all of God’s creation. We pray and reflect on the Stations of the Cross because we wish to become close to Jesus, who loves each of us so deeply. We walk this journey to get a glimpse at the heart and mind of Jesus Christ, who is alive today and experiencing the Journey of the Cross wherever our sisters and brothers are suffering throughout the world. We give thanks as we walk this journey. The Way of the Cross has brought hope and the possibility of new life into the dark places of our lives. Journeying with Jesus Christ allows us to become aware of where God is walking with us in our lives, and where we are called to be with others on their journey. All are welcome to join in The Stations of the Cross, on Friday mornings during Lent, beginning at 9.30am. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament takes place in the Blessed Sacrament Church each weekday during Lent beginning after the 10.00am Mass and continuing until 8pm. If you would like to give some of your time in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament, we encourage you to write your name on the timetable which is located at the side of the altar in the main church. Make a promise to the Lord that you will do your best to be faithful to the commitment you make. Lection Divina will take place after Mass on Tuesday Mornings in the Blessed Sacrament Church during Lent. All are welcome. Adult Choir practice every Wednesday evening at 7.30pm. Aware Depression & Bipolar Disorder Support supportmail Bodywhys Eating Disorders Associations of Ireland alex 01 2107906. Information and Support for Birth Mothers – whose babies were placed for adoption may be found at www.birthinfo.ie or by calling the relevant section of TUSLA at +353 818 445 500. Grow Mental Health- Friendly Community based groups for anyone experiencing mental health issue through 12 Step Program of connection, hope, identity by empowering people to nurture their positive wellbeing by supporting personal growth through education, peer support and self-teaching. Based in 33 Henry Street and Croom, several meetings including new meeting on Monday 11-1pm. Contact Michael 086-6063182/Celia 0861526966/Www.grow.ie Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage is back in its full capacity for 2024, bringing a full team of workers and assisted pilgrims. If you know someone (family member, neighbour, friend etc.) who would like to travel as part of our assisted pilgrim section please let them know. Further information available from Limerick Diocesan Office on 061-350000.
RAMBLING house will be held at Ballyhahill Hall on Wednesday March 20, at 8.00pm. All musicians, singers, storytellers, dancers welcome. Listowel Rambling House will take place on Thursday March 28th at 8 pm, at Kerry Writers’ Museum, Listowel.
VINTAGE RUN: Knockdown Vintage Club Annual Charity Vintage Run takes place on Sunday, March 24. This year the proceeds are in aid of two charities: Mid-Western Cancer Foundation UHL, and Parkinson’s Association of Ireland. (Mid-West Branch).
USED CANDLES: Thank you to each and every one of you who have already sent stamps and collected used candles. Can I please point out that plastic
ornamental candles are of no use. Please continue the good work and again many, many thanks. Please mention to the Sacristan in your church about the used candles, the Christmas Wreath candles are only used for that year and new candles are used next year. God Bless, Maureen 087 9845102.
PARKRUN in Listowel takes place every Saturday morning from 9:30am.
MEDJUGORJE PILGRIMAGES 2024 1st—8th May 2024 & 18th—25th Sept 2024. Cost €510. For further information contact Tom Collins: 086 8380406. Group Leader: Maura Harksen. Spiritual Director: Fr. Francis Nolan, 11th September for 7 nights. Return flights from Cork to Dubrovnik, 7 nights in Hotel Dubrovnik. Breakfast & Dinner each day. Full Religious Programme. €879, per person sharing. Optional: Travel insurance and single supplement. Joe Walsh guides and representative throughout. For details & bookings contact: Maura O’Keeffe Harcksen (Tralee) on 087 151 7696 or 066 7127143.
ABBEYFEALE COMMUNITY ALERT: Log onto Hi Digital – the step by step course to learn some digital skills and it’s free. Ring them on 1800203030. Whatever you do don’t click on any links that are texted to you. Once you reach the age of 65 and live alone or with a person/s aged over 65 you are entitled to receive a monitored alarm system. But if you have younger people living in the house who are out for long periods of the day then because you are spending hours alone you are also entitled to the system provided that you are over 65. The free equipment is provided by Pobal following an application from Abbeyfeale Community Alert, there will be a monitoring fee to be paid from the second year of installation to the installing company of €72. Please note that this fee has increased by €6 and is payable in a lump sum each year after year one. Should you not have a landline the installing company Task provide a sim card at a rate of €7.50 per month payable from day one. Committee members are Michael O’Kelly N.T., Seamus Stack, Mossie Gleeson, Kathleen Collins, Mary McArthur, John O’Sullivan, Billy Quirke N.T., Cllr. Francis Foley, Susan Daly, Catherine Daly, Marian Harnett
PROLOGUE: Lent can be more than a time of fasting; it can be a season of feasting. We can use Lent to fast from certain things and to feast on others. It is a season in which we can: FAST from judging others; FEAST on the Christ within them. FAST from emphasis on differences; FEAST on the unity of life. FAST from apparent darkness; FEAST on the reality of light. FAST from thoughts of illness; FEAST on the healing power of God. FAST from words that pollute; FEAST on phrases that purify. FAST from discontent; FEAST on gratitude. FAST from pessimism; FEAST on optimism. FAST from worry; FEAST on divine order. FAST from complaining; FEAST on appreciation. FAST from negatives; FEAST on affirmatives. FAST from unrelenting pressures; FEAST on unceasing prayer.
DEATH; We offer our sympathy to the family Agata Bajak whose funeral took place on Tuesday. May she rest in peace.
NEWCASTLEWEST REPAIR CAFE: Coming soon – a new free series of environmental talks and workshops in the Weigh House, Market Yard, Newcastle West. This series is open to attend to anyone in the community looking to learn about recycling, biodiversity, the natural world and more. Taking place on the last Wednesday of the month from March onwards. Opening shortly, further information Andi at amothersoul
CONGRATULATIONS: Congratulations to all the children who received the Sacrament of Confirmation on Friday. Sincere thanks to all our teachers for their wonderful preparation of the young people. Thanks to all who helped with music, singing and in preparing the church for the celebration.
TOY SHOW APPEAL: Groups working with and supporting children are being invited to apply for funding from the RTÉ Toy Show Appeal. Following the success of the appeal during the Late Late Toy Show more than €3.6 Million is being made available under two grant rounds. Community Foundation Ireland, which is overseeing the distribution of grants has published criteria to guide organisations in their applications, please click contact WLR for further information. The closing date for applications is on the 14th March 2024.
The two rounds are: Community Grants of between €10,000-€20,000 for local groups working with vulnerable children. Impact Grants of €20,000-€50,000 for larger projects by groups with annual income exceeding €500,000.: It was lonesome to hear that Saoirse Ruane whose appearance on the Late Late Show was the spark that set the Toy Show Appeal in motion has died. May she rest in peace, her name will go down in the annals of fundraising for children.
ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE: The Parade sets off from Mountmahon at 4pm on Sunday next celebrating 30 years of Fleadh by the Feale ‘‘Fleadh le cheile, Manaistir Na Feile’’. Prizes for: Best Window, Best Float, Most Festive Lady, Best Dressed Family, Best Blinged Bike, Best Blinged Buggy. To enter the parade contact Kathleen 087 6253154, Michael 087 9639775, John 086 3165848 or Francis 087 6391305. Music, Drumming circle, face painting, candy floss, and much more. Join the fun and support local.
FEALE CRAFTERS ARE BACK: The Square, Saturday, March 16.
GLÓRACH THEATRE: PRO Lorcan Curtin writes; “ The last cry of the Banshee was heard at the Glórach on Friday 2nd March as the Abbeyfeale Drama Group finished their run of the wildly successful play, The Banshee of Crokey Hill. The play drew crowds from far and wide, and it was no surprise given the quality of the acting, reaching stratospheric levels on each night. We wish to acknowledge all involved, from the acting, to the directing, sound and light, backstage crew and front of house crew, who made the whole production such a success. Once again, it was a pleasure to host ye at the Glórach, and looking forward to many great productions in the future.
Technical issues beyond our control meant that we could not screen the critically acclaimed Korean/American film, Past Lives. To say we were disappointed would be an understatement, but the feedback in relation to screening films at the venue has been very positive and we look forward to showing a few films again in the near future.
The tradition of drama is very healthy in this part of the world, and this week we are looking forward to hosting the Abbeyside Players as they bring a new comedy to the venue, God rest his Soul. Written by Waterford man John Hank Regan, the play had a very successful opening night in Rockchapel at the end of February, and the group are hoping to replicate the success they had last year with the Déise authors play Tearing and Dragging. With a cast combining a mixture of fresh faces and experienced stage hands, and under the expert direction of Angeline O’Donnell, the comedy is sure to bring a well needed laugh to all who attend. The play opens on this Wednesday, March 13th, with further dates on the 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd and 24th. Curtains up at 8 pm, and booking is essential at 0871383940.
Bingo every Monday 8pm.
CREATIVE EASTER CAMPS: Children aged 5-12. Tuesday –Friday, April 2-5 from 10-12 noon. Book on 068 22212. €20 per child. Kerry Writers Museum, Listowel. Brosna Hall Easter Camp: Junior Infants to Fourth Class March Monday 25-Thursday 28 from 9.30 – 12.30pm..Arts and Crafts, Games, Music and Dance, Drama, Storytelling, Sports. Further details from Sarah 086 8668156 brosbaeastercano
EASTER BASKETBALL CAMP: The camp from Monday 25 – Thursday March 28 caters for senior infants to third class from 9.30 – 12.30pm and fourth class to sixth class from 1-4pm. To book email highhoopsbasketballcamp or call James on 087 9622263.
ABBEYSIDE PLAYERS: “God rest his soul" A comedy by John Hank Regan is in the Glórach,. Coming Wednesday, March 13, Thursday 14, Friday 15, Thursday 21, Friday 22 and Sunday 24. Admission €15. Booking 087 1383940.
‘WHY I HAVEN’T MET OPRAH YET? :Dee Keogh brings her acclaimed one woman show to Kerry Writers’ Museum on Wednesday March 20th before it premiers in New York. Why I haven’t Met Oprah Yet? is Dee’s journey to meet her idol, the legendary Oprah Winfrey. Dee writes to Oprah regularly in the hope of receiving a positive result. With her Dublin humour, coupled with her unwavering belief that dreams do come true.This show will bring you to the edge of your seat, excite and delight the audience through the highs and lows of pursuing a dream. It will challenge laws of attraction, the power of having a vision, and pursuing a goal. You will come away with new insights and an invitation to trust and to follow your own dreams. Doors open at 7.30 pm, performance at 7.45 pmTickets €10, available from the museum box office on 068 22212.
FUNDRAISER FOR CAROL LISTON O’CONNOR AND FAMILY: Susan Browne Singers, Liam O’Connor Show with Brian Kennedy Devon Inn Friday, April 12. Doors open 8pm, Admission €25. Check availability with Devon Inn 069 84007 before travelling.
JUNGLE CHALLENGE FUNDRAISER FOR ALL WEATHER PITCH: This year we are hoping to get started on a much needed all weather facility for the town. A Jungle Challenge Fundraiser with Nora Collins who along with FAI schools coach Pat Fitzgerald is running a Summer camp for U6 – U12’s from Monday, March 25 – Wednesday, March 27 from 10 – 1pm. Registration at the clubhouse on Friday, March 15 from 6-7pm. €30 per child. Contact Nora 087 6568300. Fundraising Committee; Joe Weir 087 4545434, Maurice O Connor 087 4121153, Sandra Murphy 0872295573, Pat Fitzgerald 0830691062.
SOCIAL DANCING IN DUAGH SPORTS AND LEISURE COMPLEX; There’s a fine crowd and a lovely floor in North Kerry’s newest dance venue every Friday night from 9-11pm.. Dancing on Friday, March 15 to Eddie Lee. Admission €10.
‘TURNING MAMMY’: Athea Drama Group’s offering for 2024 is ‘Turning Mammy’ by John McDwyer – it will be on stage in the hall in Athea on Saturday, March 16, 17, 18, 21, 23 and 24. Book 087 6926746. Proceeds from the first night are going to be donated to the Carol Liston fundraiser. Not suitable for children.
BLOOD DONATIONS: 3,000 units needed per week to maintain the national blood supply. Phone 1800222111 for details of local clinics. The hospital requirements are 6% higher than this time last year.
DAFFODIL DAY: Friday, March 22.
SWIM IN GREEN: Fundraiser in aid of Ballybunion Sea and Cliff Rescue on Monday, March 18 with the Ballybunion Dippers swimming group.
SPRING BREAK: A great break that won’t break the Bank. Sunday 28th April, – Thursday 2nd May. Will those who have already given in their name confirm booking with €50 deposit this week. We have a few places available going to print. We will start off our holiday with breakfast in Tuam, Galway then onto Knock, Co. Mayo where we will have a break. Our last break will be in Sligo before arriving at The Great Northern 4 * Hotel, you can relax, go for a walk around the hotel or avail of complimentary use of the Leisure Centre before we have dinner, four course with an excellent choice of menu. After dinner we will go to the Atlantic Ballroom in our hotel where you can enjoy dancing or relaxing listening to the great music being played. After a full Irish Breakfast we will board Fitzpatick’s bus traveling to a different place and doing something different each day. We will be picking up passengers, Listowel the Square, Abbeyfeale bus stop opposite the Church, NCW bus stop opposite Longcourt Hse Hotel, Rathkeale House Hotel, Adare Heritage Centre and the South Court Hotel Limerick. For more information and booking contact Maureen 087 9845102.
FUNDRAISER FOR DROMTRASNA N.S.: Dance to Olivia Douglas at The Devon Inn on April 18. Doors open 8pm. DJ 8.30pm – 9.30pm, Olivia on stage 9.30pm. Tickets €20. Further information 085 1590520.
WOMENS WELL-BEING GROUP THROUGH HORSES: Sunday mornings, Re connecting to yourself, slowing down, ground based, no horse riding, no horse experience needed, Fitzgerald’s Equestrian Centre. Contact Caitriona 085 2642374/kequinetherapiesandcounselling
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DRAW FOR NEW PEUGEOT: West Limerick Sports Complex hope to purchase a 2 acre site and are running a draw for a new car. Tickets available on 069 77551 or www. wlsc.ie
BIBLE: Lenten Scripture Reflection: A Journey through the Bible, every Wednesday until Wednesday March 27th in the Library, Athea from 7.30pm-8.30pm. Followed by a cuppa and chat. Presented by Pat Higgins 087 2034626 and Sean O Mocháin 087-2321375.
ALERT: Limerick City and County Council advice Road Users and Businesses that Water main Replacement and Road Pavement Works are taking place from the Church of Assumption in Abbeyfeale to Mount Mahon. Some days there is more of a hold up than others, if you can, leave plenty of time to get through town.
DRAMA AND WELLBEING CLASSES 5-12 YEAR OLDS: Glórach Theatre started on February 3 from 3 – 4.30pm and continuing every week.
SOCIAL DANCING CLASSES: Waltzing, jiving etc. have started in the Plaza Hall, Listowel for Beginners: 7.00-8.00 pm, advanced: 8.00-9.00 pm. For bookings, please contact 087 7541631.
SET DANCING CLASSES: Set dancing classes are held in Ballyhahill Hall at 8pm; Marian Hall Moyvane with Timmy Woulfe on Monday’s; Con Colbert Hall Athea at 9pm, on Tuesday’s, and Fr. Casey’s Clubhouse Abbeyfeale at 8.30pm on Wednesday’s.
VINTAGE RUN: Knockdown Vintage Club Annual Charity Vintage Run takes place on Sunday, March 24. This year the proceeds are in aid of two charities: Mid-Western Cancer Foundation UHL, and Parkinson’s Association of Ireland. (Mid-West Branch).
RADIO MARIA: Radio Maria is a Catholic radio station, available via Saorview on television, – Saorview channel 210. It can also be listened to via their website radiomaria.ie Each day they have Mass, Rosary and other prayers, and Christian music and hymns. Also, discussions and talks on all aspects of the Christian faith and the Catholic Church. It is run by many dedicated people and deserves our support. Tune in and find programmes that you enjoy.
KATIE GOING ON TOUR: Written by Therése Prendeville, granddaughter of the great MaryJo whose appearances on stage in Abbeyfeale back in the day are the stuff of legend “Katie” will be in St. John’s on Thursday, April 11, the Schoolyard Theatre, Charleville on Saturday, April 20 and back in the Glórach on Sunday, April 21. I saw this play in the Glórach before Christmas and the very thought of it sends shivers down my spine – the storyline and the acting are just so powerful. Take any chance you get to see it.
CHARITY: Mark Fleming Memorial Charity, Cars and Coffee Meet: A cars and coffee meet will take place at the Ferry Car park, Tarbert on Sunday April 21st,ample parking for spectators, with Tarbert Power Station allowing the use of their car park. All proceeds of this event will be for the SADS department in The Mater Hospital.
BOOKS: Ireland Reads; https://www.irelandreads.ie/
YOGA CLASSES: Yoga classes are held in Fr. Casey’s Club house every Monday evening from7-8.30pm with Mike Houlihan.
JOB: Lifeguards Wanted: Are you interested in working as a Beach Lifeguard? Clare, Fingal and Limerick are currently looking for lifeguards for the 2024 period. You will be responsible for performing rescues, administering first aid and the supervision of activities at the beach amongst other duties. For further information about these roles and many more can be found at https://watersafety.ie/careers/
LOUGH DERG PILGRIMAGES: Three Day Pilgrimages begins Friday, May 31 until Thursday 15th August. https://www.loughderg.org/2024season/
FATIMA: Led by Fr. Noel Spring – Travel Date: 10th – 15th May 2024. 4 Star Hotel Fatima Group Leader Maureen Harty: 066-7131328 Should anybody be interested contact directly at Barters Travelnet, Cork. 021 4851700 or email Karen kcallaghan
MARRIAGE: Worldwide marriage encounter weekend will be held in the Focolare Centre Prosperous, Co. Kildare, Friday 26th Apr.-28th Apr.’24. Register online www.marriageencounter.ie
CAMINO: A group from Athea are hoping to do 100km of the Camino Frances from Sarria to Santiago from June 12-19. Average walk 20km per day, please contact Denise on 086-6095716.
CONGRATULATIONS to Johnny Cronin dance teacher and his pupil Holly Fealey a native of Brosna, she performed a solo dance on, An Ríl Deal, on TG4 recently.
MESSAGE FROM MAUREEN: A very sincere thank you to everyone who posted stamps, dropped off stamps and candles at the River Island Hotel, Castleisland and Fitzpatrick’s bus hire office. Candles can be dropped off at Fit for you alterations shop opposite the Church corner Boherbue and Sewing shop in Church town just above Hunt’s shop. Again thank you to everyone. God Bless. Maureen 087 9845102.
ST.ITA’S DAY CARE AND SHELTERED HOUSING: Meals on Wheels – Available to Everyone. Collect from the Centre or have it delivered. Monday, March 11 Pork Chop or Chicken stuffed with Black Pudding. Tuesday, March 12 Bacon and Cabbage or Beef Burger. Wednesday, March 13 Chicken Curry or Braised Steak. Thursday, March 14 Glazed Ham or Turkey Burger. Friday, March 15 Fish of the Day or Meat Alternative. Please let us know if you require a Gluten Free option. Price List Soup €1, Main Meal €7, half portion €5. Plate of Vegetables and Potatoes €3. Dessert €2. Contact 068 51850.
PLAY “A Tomb with a View” written by Norman Robbins will be staged in Ballyhahill Hall on four nights in April – 5th, 6th, 12th and 13th..
JANICE CARRIG MINSTRY: Holy Spirit Prayer Meeting last Sunday of each month at the Desmond Complex at 3pm. Everyone welcome. The world is so in need of prayers.
CHURCH NOTES: Co Parish Priests of the Pastoral Area: Fr Denis Mullane
087/2621911 Fr Tony Mullins 087/2600414 Fr Willie Russell 087/2272825 Fr Dan Lane (Retired) 087/2533030 Fr James Ambrose (Retired) Tel 087/7740753. Divine Mercy Meetings will take place every Monday evening after 7 pm Mass. Baptisms in Abbeyfeale will be celebrated on the first Saturday of each month at 5.00pm. Also, on the second Sunday of the month after the 12noon Mass. Contact the Sacristy 068/51915 during Mass Times.
Lection Divina will take place after Mass on Tuesday Mornings in the Blessed Sacrament Church during Lent. All are welcome. Mass Intentions for the coming week: Wednesday 10am Thomas & Jerry O’Connor, Knockbrack Lower Knocknagoshel. Intentions for next weekend Saturday 6.30pm Peter Healy, The Hill. Ned & Peg Leahy, The Millstream and their son Emmet and their daughter Ita. Jeremiah McCarthy, Riverview Knockbrack 2nd Anniversary. Sunday 10am Tom Scanlon, Athea . 12noon Norma Healy Dromtrasna South. Months Mind. St Patrick’s Day: Next weekend we celebrate St Patrick’s Day. Masses will be celebrated at the usual times – Vigil Mass Saturday 16 th at 6.30pm. Sunday 17 th Mass at 10.00am and at 12noon. The Senior Choir will sing the Sean O’Riada music setting of the Mass in Irish at this Mass. All are welcome. St Patrick’s Day Parade begins at 4.00pm. This year we encourage you to do something for Lent, your choice. Whatever you chose either to give up certain foods, comforts or luxuries. Reduce social media or television or take something up instead and form a new habit. The following are suggested as ways of fulfilling Friday penance: Abstaining from meat or some other food;
Abstaining from alcoholic drink or smoking; Making a special effort at involvement in family prayer; Making a special effort to participate in Mass on Fridays; Visiting the Blessed Sacrament; Making the Stations of the Cross; Fasting from all food for a longer period than usual and perhaps giving what is saved to the needy; Helping the poor, sick, old or lonely. Lent is a time where you can make space to pray, read the bible and reflect. The Stations of the Cross is a traditional way of praying during Lent. We pray this familiar prayer to be with Jesus Christ as he travels his final journey from condemnation to crucifixion along the Via Dolorosa out of love for and commitment to us and all of God’s creation. We pray and reflect on the Stations of the Cross because we wish to become close to Jesus, who loves each of us so deeply. We walk this journey to get a glimpse at the heart and mind of Jesus Christ, who is alive today and experiencing the Journey of the Cross wherever our sisters and brothers are suffering throughout the world. We give thanks as we walk this journey. The Way of the Cross has brought hope and the possibility of new life into the dark places of our lives. Journeying with Jesus Christ allows us to become aware of where God is walking with us in our lives, and where we are called to be with others on their journey. All are welcome to join in The Stations of the Cross, on Friday mornings during Lent, beginning at 9.30am. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament takes place in the Blessed Sacrament Church each weekday during Lent beginning after the 10.00am Mass and continuing until 8pm. If you would like to give some of your time in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament, we encourage you to write your name on the timetable which is located at the side of the altar in the main church. Make a promise to the Lord that you will do your best to be faithful to the commitment you make. Lection Divina will take place after Mass on Tuesday Mornings in the Blessed Sacrament Church during Lent. All are welcome. Adult Choir practice every Wednesday evening at 7.30pm. Aware Depression & Bipolar Disorder Support supportmail Bodywhys Eating Disorders Associations of Ireland alex 01 2107906. Information and Support for Birth Mothers – whose babies were placed for adoption may be found at www.birthinfo.ie or by calling the relevant section of TUSLA at +353 818 445 500. Grow Mental Health- Friendly Community based groups for anyone experiencing mental health issue through 12 Step Program of connection, hope, identity by empowering people to nurture their positive wellbeing by supporting personal growth through education, peer support and self-teaching. Based in 33 Henry Street and Croom, several meetings including new meeting on Monday 11-1pm. Contact Michael 086-6063182/Celia 0861526966/Www.grow.ie Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage is back in its full capacity for 2024, bringing a full team of workers and assisted pilgrims. If you know someone (family member, neighbour, friend etc.) who would like to travel as part of our assisted pilgrim section please let them know. Further information available from Limerick Diocesan Office on 061-350000.
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT: Takes place each Friday in the Sacristy in Duagh Church from 3pm until public rosary at 7pm followed by Mass at 7.30pm. It also takes place in Abbeyfeale Blessed Sacrament Chapel following Mass in the church at 10am and continues until 8pm. Adoration will be held on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday during Lent. You are invited to commit to an hour by writing your name on the chart which is located on the left hand side railing as you face the altar.
MAYNOOTH: Evangelium Ireland will host its next Apologetics Conference for young Catholics at St Patrick’s College, Maynooth on Saturday, March 16. Talks & workshops include: The Gift of the Priesthood, Intro to the Theology of Joseph Ratzinger, Christian Marriage, Female Authors of the Catholic Revival, Christian Metaphysics, St Patrick. Mass will also be celebrated. Cost €38 including lunch, refreshments and evening social. View full programme/to register visit www.evangelium.ie or search ‘Evangelium Ireland’ on Eventbrite. Don’t miss this great opportunity to learn and pray with other young Catholics!
USED CANDLES: Thank you to each and every one of you who have already sent stamps and collected used candles. Can I please point out that plastic
ornamental candles are of no use. Please continue the good work and again many, many thanks. Please mention to the Sacristan in your church about the used candles, the Christmas Wreath candles are only used for that year and new candles are used next year. God Bless, Maureen 087 9845102.
PARKRUN in Listowel takes place every Saturday morning from 9:30am.
MEDJUGORJE PILGRIMAGES 2024 1st—8th May 2024 & 18th—25th Sept 2024. Cost €510. For further information contact Tom Collins: 086 8380406. Group Leader: Maura Harksen. Spiritual Director: Fr. Francis Nolan, 11th September for 7 nights. Return flights from Cork to Dubrovnik, 7 nights in Hotel Dubrovnik. Breakfast & Dinner each day. Full Religious Programme. €879, per person sharing. Optional: Travel insurance and single supplement. Joe Walsh guides and representative throughout. For details & bookings contact: Maura O’Keeffe Harcksen (Tralee) on 087 151 7696 or 066 7127143.
ABBEYFEALE COMMUNITY ALERT: Log onto Hi Digital – the step by step course to learn some digital skills and it’s free. Ring them on 1800203030. Whatever you do don’t click on any links that are texted to you. Once you reach the age of 65 and live alone or with a person/s aged over 65 you are entitled to receive a monitored alarm system. But if you have younger people living in the house who are out for long periods of the day then because you are spending hours alone you are also entitled to the system provided that you are over 65. The free equipment is provided by Pobal following an application from Abbeyfeale Community Alert, there will be a monitoring fee to be paid from the second year of installation to the installing company of €72. Please note that this fee has increased by €6 and is payable in a lump sum each year after year one. Should you not have a landline the installing company Task provide a sim card at a rate of €7.50 per month payable from day one. Committee members are Michael O’Kelly N.T., Seamus Stack, Mossie Gleeson, Kathleen Collins, Mary McArthur, John O’Sullivan, Billy Quirke N.T., Cllr. Francis Foley, Susan Daly, Catherine Daly, Marian Harnett
Abbeyfeale Gathering Festival 