Parish of the Assumption Area Code: 057
Tel: 93 21587/93 51510/93 22244/93 22415 Fax: 93 51510
www.tullamoreparish.ie
E-mail Parish Secretary:
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E-Mail website : webmaster
Parish Office Hours: 9.30am - 5.00pm Monday – Friday To book Masses, Baptisms and Weddings, or
to arrange an appointment to see a priest
please call within these times where possible.
A receptionist and phone service is available
up to 10pm each day. 4th Sunday of Easter 13 April 2008
Vocations Sunday
Msgr. Seán Heaney, P. P.
Fr. Padraig Corcoran C.C.
Fr. Shane Crombie C.C.
Fr. Seamus O'Conner C.C.
Sr. Genny Hassey
Sr. Margaret Burke
Mass Times
Weekend Masses
Church of The Assumption
Saturday (Vigil): 7.30pm
Sunday: 8.30am, 10.00am, 11.30am & 1.00pm St. Colmcille’s Church Durrow
Sunday: 11.30am Holy Days
Church of The Assumption
Vigil: 7.30pm
Feast: 7.45am, 10.00am, 1.10pm & 7.30pm St. Colmcille’s Church Durrow
Feast: 8.00pm Weekday Masses
Monday – Friday: 7.45am & 10.00am
Saturday: 10.00am
First Friday: 7.45am, 10.00am & 7.30pm Confessions
Saturday: 12noon – 1.00pm & 3.00pm – 4.00pm
Eve of First Friday: After 10.00am Mass
THE GOOD SHEPHERDJesus the Good Shepherd tells us that: “He has come so that we may have life and have it to the full”.
On this Vocations Sunday, Jesus calls young people in particular, to consider offering their services in spreading the good news of salvation.
During the past century the call was for missionary work in foreign lands. Sadly, today, the great need is for young men to answer the call to the priesthood, to assist in the re-evangelisation of our own people, many of whom appear to have abandoned their faith in our materialistic society.
As we thank God for the wonderful generosity of the priests of our own parish in answering the call of Jesus; let us pray that more young men will follow their great example.
Handle them carefully, for words have more
power than atom bombs.
UPCOMING EVENTS IN THE PARISH
Confirmation: 26th April
First Communion: 11th May St Joseph’s & Ballinamere
18th May Scoil Mhuire
25th May Scoil Bhride
8th June Gaelscoil Eiscir Riada
9th June Durrow
JUNIOR PPCMeeting Friday 11th at 7.30pm in the Parochial House.
THE DEEP END - LIFE: FULL AND FREE
When I worked in Indonesia as a missionary, a priest friend one day introduced a Chinese friend of his to me in the following manner: ‘This is so-and-so. He’s not Christian yet, he’s still free’. I couldn’t believe my ears. How could anyone think that being a Christian limited your freedom? Now, my friend may have thought he was being funny or subtle, but if so it was lost on me. But his words did strike home. I wonder how many people actually think that religion cramps their style. And I also wonder what such people would want to do that they couldn’t do by being a Christian - particularly in the light of today’s Gospel (Jn 10:1-10) where Jesus tells us that he has come to bring life in all its fullness. However, it doesn’t come prepacked. It has to be worked on and worked with. Living as Jesus wants us to, leads to a full life. His Way is a precious gift, not a wearisome burden. It frees, it doesn’t enslave. But all the talk in the world won’t convince anybody, if we who are on that Way, don’t show its fullness in our life through joy, maturity, generosity, courage and hope.
(Fr Tom Cahill, Intercom April 08)
THOUGHTS ON GROWING OLDER BY A 70+ LADY “I’ve learned that no matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on and it will be better tomorrow.
I’ve learned that regardless of your relationship with your parents, you’ll miss them when they’re gone from your life.
I’ve learned that ‘making a living’ is not the same thing as ‘making a life’.
I’ve learned that life sometimes gives you a second chance.
I’ve learned that you shouldn’t go through life with a catcher’s mitt on both hands; you need to be able to throw some things back.
I’ve learned that whenever I decide something with an open heart, I usually make the right decision.
I’ve learned that even when I have pains, I don’t have to be one.
I’ve learned that every day you should reach out and touch someone. People love a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back.
I’ve learned that I still have a lot to learn.
I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
MASS INTENTIONS Mon 14: 7.45 Michael Scully, Clontarf Rd; Bridie & Michael Snr.
10.00 Jack Egan, 3 Davitt St
Tues 15: 7.45 Marie Cronly, Pearse Park
10.00 Teresa Rogers, Sragh
Wed 16: 7.45 Ellen & Michael Moore Arden Heights
10.00 Bridget McDonagh, 9 Arden View
Thurs 17: 7.45 James Bracken & Family, Spollenstown
10.00 Michael McDonagh, Kilcruttin
Fri 18: 7.45 Mary E Feery
10.00 Christina & John Kavanagh, Chapel St
Sat 19: 7.30 Francis Hughes, Pearse Park, 1st Ann
Sun 20: 8.30 Patrick Doheny, Rahan Rd
10.00 Henry, Mary & John Dwane, Pearse Park
11.30 Pat Jennings, 1st Ann
1.00 Anthony Kavanagh, 1st Ann
Durrow Sun 20 Jim & Nan Donghue, Coolnahiley; Murray Family, Kilclare
SHARED MASS SAT 19 10AM:
Patsy Gorman,
Bob & Annie Vickers & Davis Family;
Donie Egan;
Bernard & Angela Caulfield;
Arthur Molloy;
Margaret & James Lowry & Hughie O’Reilly;
Michael & Ann Power;
Marie & Timothy Carey;
Oliver Cleary;
Bernie, John, Paddy, Laurence, Tracy & Ellen Ward;
Matthew & Bridie Nooney;
JJ Carroll;
William & Anne Kennedy & Brigid McCarthy;
Annie Coughlan;
Michael Duffy;
Hogan Family;
Edward & Sarah Kelly;
Ann & Johnny Johnson;
Michael Hogan;
Matthew & Elizabeth Gallagher;
Gorman Family & Freddie Warren;
Joe O’Sullivan & John Molyneaux;
Christy, Anastasia & Mary McGowan;
Christopher McGowan;
James, Elizabeth & Joe Dewane;
Michael, Mary & Jimmy Yeats;
Molly & John Kelly;
O’Brien Family;
O’Neill Family;
John, Kevin & Paul Browne;
Hill Family;
Dermot, Philomena & Donal Flanagan & Kathleen, Edward & Patrick Lee;
Owen & Kathleen Marron;
PJ & Annie Sheehy;
Herbert, John, Eva & Pat Marron;
John Murray;
Paddy & Kathleen Morgan;
James & Christina Barry;
Stephen Nolan & Michael & Mary Hayes;
Ryan Family & Holy Souls;
Joseph & Elizabeth Waters.
The next available shared Mass is on Saturday 14th June,10.00am. You are reminded that
this Mass is for the anniversary of deaths only and is limited to 40 intentions.
DEATHS:
We offer our sympathy to the family of
Joseph O’Neill.
If you would like support or comfort in your grieving please phone 9326604.
COLLECTIONS Tullamore €4601
Durrow €295
Trocaire €4573.
Envelopes €2810
Thank you for your continued support.
WEDDING BELLS Congratulations to
Maria Kavanagh & John Gallagher;
Ciara Bryan & Joseph Molloy;
Charlene McDonagh & Brendan McDonagh;
Butsakorn Boonmee & Darren Freer;
Anne Marie Bracken & David O’Brennan.
All couples who wish to get married must give at least six months notice to the Church and
three months notice to the State Pre-Marriage courses can be booked on line at www.accord.ie
NEW ARRIVALS
Welcome to the family of God
Emmett Brian O’Sullivan,
Josh Patrick Joseph Owens Kane,
Aoife Philomena Lynam,
Jessica Margaret Hickey,
Faye Anna Kelly,
Josephine Monika Babiarz Schonstadt &
Grace Ann Bridget Waters, who were baptised recently.
Baptisms take place in Tullamore on the 1st Sunday & 3rd Saturday of every month and in Durrow
on the 2nd Sunday of every month. All parents who wish to have their child baptised must attend a pre-baptism meeting.
To book in for meeting and baptism, please contact the parish secretary at the Parochial House.Baptisms take place in Tullamore on the 1st Sunday & 3rd Saturday of every month and in
Durrow on the 2nd Sunday of every month.
COMMUNITY GROUPSPERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Hospital Chapel:
“Any time spent before the Eucharistic presence, be it long or short, is the best spent time of our lives.” St Catherine of Genoa. Ph 9321232. PARISH PILGRIMAGES:
Fatima 12 June, with Fr John Nally; Lourdes 18 Aug with Fr Shane Crombie.
Phone 93 51309 for details. PARISH WEBSITE: Comment on guest book: “Nice website. Good to see names we remember. ‘Though in USA, keep in touch with our old parish news. Best of luck’” Tom & Ursula Gowran. Log on today www.tullamoreparish.ie
ST MARY’S YOUTH CENTRE: AGM Tues 22, 8.15pm.
SCRIPTURE FOR DAILY LIVING: Thurs 17, 11-12, Marian Hostel, Jn10:1-10.
U-12 FOOTBALL: Training O’Brien Park, Tues & Thurs 6pm.
LEGION OF MARY: Public Rosary, Sun 13, Alfie Lambe House, 8.15pm.
PADRE PIO GROUP: Mass Tues 15, 8pm, Tullamore Church. All welcome.
C.N.G. PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK 3 May. Bus from hospital car park 9.30am. Ph A Boland 0877914828.
OFFALY CHILDMINDING INITIATIVE: “Read with Me Week” - introductory session Thurs 24 & read with me session Thurs 1. Ph Fiona 9370630.
CLONMACNOISE: Prayer Vigil, Fri 18. Mass 11pm, adoration to 4am. Ph Helen 0861678027.
FOUND: Pair glasses, Texas Carpark. Ph 0866029810/9341521
LOST: Large sum money, Bridge Centre area. Finder please leave in Parochial House.
FLORA WOMEN’S MINI-MARATHON -BECOME A VITA VOLUNTEER: Help raise funds for work with marginalised people in Horn of Africa. Ph Jenny 018820108 or
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; www.vita.ie
Please continue to pray for Fiona Pender, our parishioner
who has been missing since 22nd August, 1996.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Parish Support Services confidential phoneline (057) 93 26604 Mon-Fri 10am-1pm and 6-8pm
Life Pregnancy Care 7B Cormac St, Drop in service every Saturday 10am-1pm, 057 93 41110 http://www.lifemidlands.ie
ACCORD Marriage & Relationship counselling, Mon-Fri, 9.30am-1pm, 2.00-4.00pm 9341831, http://www.accord.ie
AA Mon/Wed/Thurs/Sat, Mercy Convent 8.15pm; Wed 1-2 & Sun 12-1pm, Youth Centre. 01-4538998 or 1890412412 after 5pm
Al-Anon Thurs 8.30pm, Parochial House, 018732699
MS Offaly Austin 0863760257;Mary 9323946. Helpline 1850233233
Grow Thurs 7.30pm, Day Care Arden Rd, 9351124
Aware Mon 8.45pm Community Mental Health Centre 1890303302
Sexual Abuse & Rape Counselling Mon-Fri 9.30am-2.30pm; 1800323232, www.tullamorercc.ie
Women in Crisis Esker House, Patrick St, Mon-Fri 9am-1pm, 9351796; Helpline 9351886, 9am-5pm Mon-Fri; 24 hour cover at weekends.
MABS Free & confidential debt advice, 9323211
Vincent de Paul 9322072
Dochas - Cancer Info & Support Mon-Fri 10am-2pm, Offaly St 9328268
Meditation Mondays, 7.00pm, Marian Hostel
Lucia Counselling Service for those with mental illness, 18900621631
Suicide Bereavement Support - group sessions - Rita 0868157320
Citizens Information Service Mon-Fri 9.15am-1pm; 2pm -4pm; Thurs 2-6pm. 9352204
Epilepsy Assoc Mon-Fri, 9am-3pm 9328631
La Leche League Breastfeeding Support Group 3rd Thurs, 8pm, Health Centre, 9355061
Fibromyalgia Group Last Tues of month, 8pm, Day Care Centre.
1800201068 Tues 10am-12
Anew women with alcohol problems, Ofalia House Edenderry, 0861024743
Alzheimers Society Carers last Monday of month, 9328244
Adult Educational Guidance Service 9327104
ISARC (Sarcoidosis Support Group) Health Centre 1st Wed every month, 7.30pm, 0870648070 www.isarc.ie
Diabetes Assoc (Offaly) 1st Mon of month, Bridge House, 8pm. Ph 9321211 after 6pm.
Newsletter Notices to be in the Parochial House
by Tuesday evening
Charitable / Non-profit organisations only |
