Newsletter
To include your notice in the newsletter please send it to bntparishnewsletter@gmail.com before Wednesday 12pm.
The Parochial House telephone number is 090-6624637,
email: bntparishnewsletter@gmail.com
ST MARYS CHURCH
Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Saturday 3rd February, 7.30pm – Maureen Connell and Jimmy Cuffe. Also remember Tadgh Mc Donagh who’s anniversary is at this time
Sunday 4th February, 10.30am – People of the Parish
MONDAY 5th FEBRUARY NO MASS
TUESDAY 6th FEBRUARY NO MASS
Thursday 8th February, 9.30am
Friday 9th February, 7.30pm – Kathleen Loughnane and deceased family members
Saturday 10th February, 12pm – Alan Egan Months Mind
Saturday 10th February, 7.30pm – Nonie Kenny and Winnie
Sunday 11th February, 10.30am – Our Lady of Lourdes World day of the Sick
ST BRENDANS CHURCH
Sunday 4th February, 9.30am
Sunday 11th February, 9.30am – Our Lady of Lourdes World day of the Sick
ST PATRICKS CHURCH
Sunday 4th February, 11.30am – Fr. Peter Mockler, Woodbrook and Mississippi;
Eileen Kilcommins, Lisquell and New York.
Wednesday 7th February, 7pm – Peter and Andy Conheeney, Kilcoosh
Friday 9th February, 7pm – John Noone, Kilclough
Sunday 11th February, 11.30am – 6th Sunday of Ordinary Time
The Parochial house can be contacted on a Tuesday or Thursday mornings only on 090-6624637.
Please pray for Emily McMahon (nee Mockler), New York, late of Tullyroe Ballygar, sister of the late Robert Mockler who died recently. May she rest in peace
Pray for the soul of John Conneally of Leicester, England who passed away recently. Formerly of Curraghbeg, Newbridge and brother of Eileen Lohan, Newbridge. May he rest in peace.
- Saint Vincent De Paul – Our Local Conference is based at the Pastoral Centre Mountbellew, and serves the Parish of Ballygar/Newbridge/Tohergar, as well as other surrounding parishes. We wish to gratefully acknowledge the wonderful support we had for our recent Annual Appeal. We also wish to thank Ballygar Parish Choir, and Scoil Mhuire for their support. All donations given locally are used locally. May god reward everybody for their generosity. Our Local Help Line Number is 085 1846866.
- Ballygar NS – enrolling for September 2024 – Ballygar NS are delighted to announce that we will be accepting enrolments from Monday 15th January. All are welcome to attend our Enrolment Evening which will take place on Wednesday 31 January at 7.30pm. If you would like any further information please feel free to contact us:- 09066 24951 / info@ballygarns.com. We look forward to welcoming you!
- Next Feet Clinic – Ballygar Pharmacy 8th February 2024. Contact Deirdre 0863612578 or 0909623430 to make an appointment.
- Hughes’ Bar, Ballinamore Bridge – celebrates 95 years in business. Across four generations of the Hughes family, the support of the wider community has been unfaltering. The upcoming bank holiday weekend will see a wealth of musical entertainment on offer in Hughes Bar; Friday, February 2nd: Trad Session Saturday, February 3rd: Blue Tax Sunday, February 4th: Live Wires Anyone who passes through the doors will be treated to a glimpse of Hughes’ Bar through the decades. Forgotten footage has been uncovered which features many familiar faces, which should bring back many fond memories. Hope to see you all there.
- BNT Social Services – has reopened for the new year. Every Friday in the Old School, Ballygar a hot meal and some great company awaits you. For enquiries contact Social Services on 090-6624034 after 6pm.
- Active Retirement Meeting – The monthly meeting of Mountbellew and District Active Retirement will take place in the Pastoral Centre Mountbellew on Monday 5th February at 8pm. All new members welcome.
- THE MALTHOUSE PLAYERS – Malthouse Players present “Thy Will Be Done”, a black comedy by Michael Carey, in the Community Centre from Friday 9 to Sunday 11th February. Directed by John Fitzmaurice, the cast features Rita Dullaghan, Joe Clarke, Tony Colleran and Vincent Flynn, with guest appearance by Kate Corcoran. Admission €10 at the door, first come, first seated.
Malthouse Players extend deepest sympathies to Colette and the family of dearly loved member Paddy Donohue whose passing this week has saddened us all. RIP. - Mountbellew St Patricks Day Parade is being held on 17th March at 12 midday. The theme of this year’s parade is Sheep /Sheep shearing, to help Mountbellew promote the All-Ireland Sheepshearing competition and the International Five Nations Competition which is being held on June Bank Holiday weekend. We are encouraging every business in the town to enter a float this year. There is no entry fee this year. Entry forms can be obtained from Henrys Bar, or any committee member or email stpatricksdaymountbellew@gmail.com
- Newbridge Action Committee 50/50 draw –Congratulations to this week’s winner Janet Rocconi Mississippi on winning €603. Next week’s draw will be in Hughes Ballinamore bridge. Thanks to everyone for their continued support every week, 6 months and yearly envelopes available from committee members. Thanks to Newbridge Action Committee for doing the draw for the month of January & Ballinamore development committee will do the draw for the month of February.
- Ballygar Tidy Towns & St. Brendan’s Ladies 50/50 – Congratulations to Michael & Padraig Carr, Windfield, Newbridge who won €602 in this week’s St Brendan’s Ladies Football Club & Ballygar Tidy Towns Lotto. Thanks to all who are supporting the draw and all the businesses who are selling the tickets. Next week’s draw Saturday 3rd February in Morans.
- PLEASE HAVE ANY NOTICES FOR THE NEWSLETTER IN NO LATER THAN 12PM ON WEDNESDAY TO BE SURE THEY ARE INCLUDED IN THE NEWSLETTER
Ballygar Offertory Collection €770.00
Toghergar Offertory Collection €400.00
Newbridge Offertory Collection €995.00
Received with thanks
The Parochial House telephone number is 090-6624637,
email: bntparishnewsletter@gmail.com
ST MARYS CHURCH
Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Saturday 27th January, 7.30pm – Nancy Kelly 1st Anniversary
Sunday 28th January, 10.30am – People of the Parish
Monday 29th January, 9.30am
Tuesday 30th January, 7.30pm
Thursday 1st February, 9.30am – St. Brigid
Friday 2nd February, 7.30pm – Sr. Siobhan Kelly, London and Kilmore who died recently
Saturday 3rd February, 12pm – Tom Neary Months Mind
Saturday 3rd February, 7.30pm – Maureen Connell and Jimmy Cuffe
Sunday 4th February, 10.30am – People of the Parish
Candle will be blessed on Thursday 1st February at 9.30am Mass. Anyone who wishes to leave in candles, please leave in box on Altar.
Blessing of Throats, St. Blaise, on Saturday 3rd February at 7.30pm Mass
ST BRENDANS CHURCH
Sunday 28th January, 9.30am – Pake & Andy Farrell
Sunday 3rd February, 9.30am
ST PATRICKS CHURCH
Sunday 28th January, 11.30am – Bobby Carty – Month’s Mind Mass
Wednesday 31st January, 7pm
Friday 2nd February, 7pm. – Mary Crehan, Woodbrook and Galway, and her parents, Mark and Mary Jo.
Sunday 4th February, 11.30am – Fr. Peter Mockler, Woodbrook and Mississippi
The Parochial house can be contacted on a Monday or Thursday mornings only on 090-6624637.
Please remember in your prayers Breege Hannon, St. Brendans who went home to God, may she rest in peace.
- Medjugorje Youth Festival – The Diocese of Elphin invites young adults in the diocese aged 18-35 on pilgrimage to Medjugorje this summer for the Youth Festival from 31st July – 7th August, led by Bishop Kevin. The cost per person sharing is €650. For more information, detail of costs, registration form etc. please see the diocesan website on www.elphindiocese.ie/medjugorje or contact the Diocesan Office at 071-9150106 and youth@elphindiocese.ie
- Pioneer Association – Calling Pioneers and Friends to the 25th Pioneer National Ball. An evening of celebration and fun on Saturday April 6th 2024. Mass at 6pm in the Cathedral of Christ the King, Mullingar, followed by special guest speaker, dinner, music and dancing at the Annebrook House Hotel, Mullingar. Extra activities on Friday night and Saturday and Sunday afternoons. For details/tickets contact Dermot Fagan 085-7201646 or Daisy Carey 087-6544626.
- Ballygar NS – enrolling for September 2024 – Ballygar NS are delighted to announce that we will be accepting enrolments from Monday 15th January. All are welcome to attend our Enrolment Evening which will take place on Wednesday 31 January at 7.30pm. If you would like any further information please feel free to contact us:- 09066 24951 / info@ballygarns.com. We look forward to welcoming you!
- Private Home Help available in Ballygar and surrounding areas. Contact 090-6624964
- BNT Social Services – has reopened for the new year. Every Friday in the Old School, Ballygar a hot meal and some great company awaits you. For enquiries contact Social Services on 090-6624034 after 6pm.
- BNT Youth Club – is back for the new year. Every Friday from 6.30 to 8pm for 1st & 2nd years then 8.30 to 10pm from 3rd years to Leaving Certs. Come down enjoy some pool, darts, table tennis and much more. Shake of the stress and hassle of the week with some good friends all for the cover fee of €2!
- Active Retirement Meeting – The monthly meeting of Mountbellew and District Active Retirement will take place in the Pastoral Centre Mountbellew on Monday 5th February at 8pm. All new members welcome
- Mountbellew St Patricks Day Parade is being held on 17th March at 12 midday. The theme of this year’s parade is Sheep /Sheep shearing, to help Mountbellew promote the All-Ireland Sheepshearing competition and the International Five Nations Competition which is being held on June Bank Holiday weekend. We are encouraging every business in the town to enter a float this year. There is no entry fee this year. Entry forms can be obtained from Henrys Bar, or any committee member or email stpatricksdaymountbellew@gmail.com
- New opportunity to join Mountbellew CE Scheme – General Operatives/ Maintenance Workers
Duties to include: Working around Mountbellew with responsibility for cutting grass, shrub planting, cleaning, painting, litter control, keeping public areas tidy and maintaining nature trails and general maintenance around the town. This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Accredited training will be provided to support your career. For further details please contact Sean O’ Neill on 090 9679085 /0871209739 or email mountbellewdd@gmail.com
- Newbridge Action Committee 50/50 draw –Congratulations to this week’s winner Rebecca Bane Moylough on winning €602. Next week’s draw will be in the Bridge bar Mountbellew. Thanks to everyone for their continued support every week, 6 months and yearly envelopes available from committee members.
- Ballygar Tidy Towns & St. Brendan’s Ladies 50/50 – Congratulations to David Naughton, Ballinamore Bridge who won €604 in this week’s St Brendan’s Ladies Football Club & Ballygar Tidy Towns Lotto. Thanks to all who are supporting the draw and all the businesses who are selling the tickets. Next week’s draw Saturday 27th January in Martins.
- PLEASE HAVE ANY NOTICES FOR THE NEWSLETTER IN NO LATER THAN 12PM ON WEDNESDAY TO BE SURE THEY ARE INCLUDED IN THE NEWSLETTER
Ballygar Offertory Collection €765.00
Toghergar Offertory Collection €345.00
Newbridge Offertory Collection €1,335.00
Received with thanks
ST MARYS CHURCH
Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
Saturday 20th January, 7.30pm – Mary & Francie Finneran
Sunday 21st January, 10.30am – People of the Parish
Monday 22nd January, 9.30am
Tuesday 23rd January, 7.30pm
Friday 26th January, 7.30pm – Margaret & John Egan Killeroran
Saturday 27th January, 7.30pm – Nancy Kelly 1st Anniversary
Sunday 28th January, 10.30am – People of the Parish
ST BRENDANS CHURCH
Sunday 21st January, 9.30am – Donal Kelly 5th Anniversary
Sunday 28th January, 9.30am – Pake & Andy Farrell
ST PATRICKS CHURCH
Sunday 21st January, 11.30am – Mary Lohan, Cloonkeen
Wednesday 24th January, 7pm
Friday 26th January, 7pm
Sunday 28th January, 11.30am – Bobby Carty – Month’s Mind Mass
The Parochial house can be contacted on a Monday or Thursday mornings only on 090-6624637.
Please remember in your prayer’s Mary Brennan, Dublin, formally Mary Mulrooney, Tully, Ballygar who passed away on 13th December, 2024.
- Star of the Sea Retreat & Conference Centre – Programme for 2024 – A full programme of events, retreats and courses is now available to browse in www.staroftheseacentre.com Events of interest include, Retreats for Women and Men; Healing Retreats; Scripture and Bible Retreats and Courses; Six Day Summer Preached Retreats; Ignatian Silent Directed Retreat; Finding God in the Mess Retreat; Iconography Courses; Beginning Experience Courses; AA Retreats and much more. If you have any queries, please contact Frank or Louise at staroftheseacentre@gmail.com
- Ballygar NS – enrolling for September 2024 – Ballygar NS are delighted to announce that we will be accepting enrolments from Monday 15th January. All are welcome to attend our Enrolment Evening which will take place on Wednesday 31 January at 7.30pm. If you would like any further information please feel free to contact us:- 09066 24951 / info@ballygarns.com. We look forward to welcoming you!
- Private Home Help available in Ballygar and surrounding areas. Contact 090-6624964
- BNT Social Services – has reopened for the new year. Every Friday in the Old School, Ballygar a hot meal and some great company awaits you. For enquiries contact Social Services on 090-6624034 after 6pm.
- BNT Youth Club – is back for the new year. Every Friday from 6.30 to 8pm for 1st & 2nd years then 8.30 to 10pm from 3rd years to Leaving Certs. Come down enjoy some pool, darts, table tennis and much more. Shake of the stress and hassle of the week with some good friends all for the cover fee of €2!
- New opportunity to join Mountbellew CE Scheme – General Operatives/ Maintenance Workers
Duties to include: Working around Mountbellew with responsibility for cutting grass, shrub planting, cleaning, painting, litter control, keeping public areas tidy and maintaining nature trails and general maintenance around the town. This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Accredited training will be provided to support your career. For further details please contact Sean O’ Neill on 090 9679085 /0871209739 or email mountbellewdd@gmail.com
- MOUNTBELLEW VINTAGE CLUB – meeting on Friday 19th January in the Mart Canteen at 9pm. New Members welcome. €20 for Membership.
- Next Foot Clinic in Ballygar Pharmacy is Thursday 25th January 24. Call Deirdre 0863612578.
- Activity/Open Morning Coláiste an Chreagáin, Saturday 27th January, 10.30am – 1pm Student Taster Projects in Engineering, Woodwork, Science, Home Economics, Music, Art. Nutritional Workshop for Parents/Guardians focusing on: “Nutritional needs for Children and Teenagers”, “Healthy Lunchbox Ideas”, “Tasty, Quick and Cost Effective Healthy Dinners”. Primary Students in 4th – 6th class can book a place via local National Schools or by contacting us on 09096 79231 Email: admin.cc@gretb.ie.com
- Ballygar Ladies Club -Ballygar Ladies Club meet Thursday 25th January at 8pm in the Courthouse. Guest speaker on the night. All ladies welcome. Admission €3.
- Pilates Classes – Orla Shaughnessy plans to hold both chair and mat pilates classes in Ballygar, if there is enough interest. These will start on Thursday 15th February 7pm to 8pm and 8.15pm to 9.15pm with mat pilates.
- Newbridge Action Committee 50/50 draw –Congratulations to this week’s winner Marie Fitzmaurice Ballaghlea on winning €516 and last week’s winner Padraig Keavney Mountbellew on winning €536. Next week’s draw will be in the Kenny’s Ballygar. Thanks to everyone for their continued support every week, 6 months and yearly envelopes available from committee members.
- Ballygar Tidy Towns & St. Brendan’s Ladies 50/50 – Congratulations to this week’s winner Fiona Naughton, Ballygar who won €589 in this week’s St Brendan’s Ladies Football Club & Ballygar Tidy Towns Lotto. Thanks to all who are supporting the draw and all the businesses who are selling the tickets. Next week’s draw Saturday 20th January in the Thatch.
- PLEASE HAVE ANY NOTICES FOR THE NEWSLETTER IN NO LATER THAN 12PM ON WEDNESDAY TO BE SURE THEY ARE INCLUDED IN THE NEWSLETTER
Bank Details – anyone wishing to Contribute by Direct Debit please use the following:
Ballygar Church – IBAN: IE02 BOFI 90370130537474
Newbridge Church – IBAN: IE87 BOFI 90370155385307
Toghergar Church: IBAN: IE41 BOFI 90370192573219
Priests Collection – IBAN: IE10 BOFI 90370172690426
When contributing by direct debit please include name in payment details thank you
Ballygar Offertory Collection €850.00
Toghergar Offertory Collection €400.00
Newbridge Offertory Collection €1,055.00
Received with thanks
The Parochial House telephone number is 090-6624637,
email: bntparishnewsletter@gmail.com
ST MARYS CHURCH
Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
Saturday 13th January, 7.30pm – Johnny Delaney 5th Anniversary
Sunday 14th January, 10.30am – Bryde Heavey, Hermitage and Galway 1st Anniversary
Monday 15th January, 9.30am
Tuesday 16th January, 7.30pm
Friday 19th January, 7.30pm – Jackie Gately Months Mind
Saturday 20th January, 7.30pm – Mary & Francie Finneran
Sunday 21st January, 10.30am – People of the Parish
ST BRENDANS CHURCH
Sunday 14th January, 9.30am – Tom Heavey Anniversary
Sunday 21st January, 9.30am
ST PATRICKS CHURCH
Sunday 14th January, 11.30am – Deceased members of the Turley and Tully families
Wednesday 17th January, 7pm
Friday 19th January, 7pm – Deceased members of The Britton Family, Kilclough: Thomas, Mary Ellen, Patrick and John Francis
Sunday 21st January, 11.30am – Mary Lohan, Cloonkeen
The Parochial house can be contacted on a Monday or Thursday mornings only on 090-6624637.
Please pray for the repose of the soul Nora Moore’s sister, Kathleen who passed away on 19th December, 2023.
Please remember in your prayers Peg Leavy (nee Naughton) Scotland, Manchester and formerly of Abbeygrey Ballygar, sister of Ita Farrell Ballaghlea, who died recently.
- Star of the Sea Retreat & Conference Centre – Programme for 2024 – A full programme of events, retreats and courses is now available to browse in www.staroftheseacentre.com Events of interest include, Retreats for Women and Men; Healing Retreats; Scripture and Bible Retreats and Courses; Six Day Summer Preached Retreats; Ignatian Silent Directed Retreat; Finding God in the Mess Retreat; Iconography Courses; Beginning Experience Courses; AA Retreats and much more. If you have any queries, please contact Frank or Louise at staroftheseacentre@gmail.com
- Ballygar NS – enrolling for September 2024 – Ballygar NS are delighted to announce that we will be accepting enrolments from Monday 15th January. All are welcome to attend our Enrolment Evening which will take place on Wednesday 31 January at 7.30pm. If you would like any further information please feel free to contact us:- 09066 24951 / info@ballygarns.com. We look forward to welcoming you!
- BNT Social Services – has reopened for the new year. Every Friday in the Old School, Ballygar a hot meal and some great company awaits you. For enquiries contact Social Services on 090-6624034.
- BNT Youth Club – is back for the new year. Every Friday from 6.30 to 8pm for 1st & 2nd years then 8.30 to 10pm from 3rd years to Leaving Certs. Come down enjoy some pool, darts, table tennis and much more. Shake of the stress and hassle of the week with some good friends all for the cover fee of €2!
- Newbridge Action Committee 50/50 draw –Congratulations to this week’s winner Padraig Keavney Mountbellew on winning €536. Next week’s draw will be in the Thatch. Thanks to everyone for their continued support every week, 6 months and yearly envelopes available from committee members.
- Ballygar Tidy Towns & St. Brendan’s Ladies 50/50 – Congratulations to Grace & Gavin Finnerty, Ballinamore Bridge who won €609 in this week’s St Brendan’s Ladies Football Club & Ballygar Tidy Towns Lotto. Thanks to all who are supporting the draw and all the businesses who are selling the tickets. Next week’s draw Saturday 13th January in Hughes.
- PLEASE HAVE ANY NOTICES FOR THE NEWSLETTER IN NO LATER THAN 12PM ON WEDNESDAY TO BE SURE THEY ARE INCLUDED IN THE NEWSLETTER
Bank Details – anyone wishing to Contribute by Direct Debit please use the following:
Ballygar Church – IBAN: IE02 BOFI 90370130537474
Newbridge Church – IBAN: IE87 BOFI 90370155385307
Toghergar Church: IBAN: IE41 BOFI 90370192573219
Priests Collection – IBAN: IE10 BOFI 90370172690426
When contributing by direct debit please include name in payment details thank you
Ballygar Offertory Collection €720.00
Toghergar Offertory Collection €300.00
Newbridge Offertory Collection €1,000.00
Received with thanks
The Parochial House telephone number is 090-6624637,
email: bntparishnewsletter@gmail.com
ST MARYS CHURCH
The Baptism of the Lord
Saturday 6th January, 7.30pm – Peggy Geraghty 1st Anniversary.
Sunday 7th January, 10.30am – Anna & Jack Hughes
Monday 8th January, 9.30am
Tuesday 9th January, 7.30pm
Friday 12th January, 7.30pm – Bernie McInerney and deceased McInerney and Breheny families
Saturday 13th January, 7.30pm – Johnny Delaney 5th Anniversary
Sunday 14th January, 10.30am – Bryde Heavey, Hermitage and Galway 1st Anniversary
ST BRENDANS CHURCH
Sunday 7th January, 9.30am – The Baptism of the Lord
Friday 12th January, 8pm – John Naughton 1st Anniversary
Sunday 14th January, 9.30am – Tom Heavey Anniversary
ST PATRICKS CHURCH
Sunday 7th January, 11.30am – Mary and Martin Naughton, Cloonshivna
Wednesday 10th January, 7pm
Friday 12th January, 7pm
Sunday 14th January, 11.30am – Deceased members of the Turley and Tully families
Fr. Douglas will be on annual leave for the month of January, 2024. Fr. Joe Fitzgerald and Fr. Louis Lohan will be on duty. The Parochial house can be contacted on a Monday or Thursday mornings only on090-6624637.
The Parish accounts for Ballygar, Toghergar and Newbridge for the year 2022 can be viewed in the porch of each of the Church’s.
Please remember in your prayers Gloria Mary Collins, Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia, a 102 year-old lady who died on 26 Dec. She was the last surviving grandchild of Patrick Kilmartin, who, with his entire family, was evicted from Ballinlass on 13 March 1846.
Please pray for Sean Connor of Boston USA and formerly of Cloonlyon Ballygar who died suddenly on New Year’s eve. He is a brother of Mrs Margaret Kelly Doranstown and Andy Connor Mountbellow and also Sr. Siobhan Kelly Kilmore and London, who died in London recently. May they all rest in peace.
- Building for Children – would like to sincerely thank the people of the parish for their generosity over the last few months in supporting all our fundraising efforts. The group are travelling out to Sebeta School For The Blind in Ethiopia this coming weekend. Where we will be completely refurbishing two more dormitories that are in dire condition that have no working sanitation and also create a playroom for the children. None of the work we have done over the last few years could be done without the support from this amazing parish, so thank you all so much.
- Next Feet Clinic in Ballygar Pharmacy 11th January 24 .
- Active Retirement Meeting – The AGM of Mountbellew and District Active Retirement will be held in the Pastoral Centre Mountbellew on Monday 8th January 2024 at 8pm. All new members welcome
- Vincent de Paul Collection – St Marys Church choir would like to thank everyone who contributed to the annual Vincent de Paul collection at our Carol service on Sunday, December 17th. The amount of €1,087.90 was collected on the night. Many thanks again to everyone for your generosity.
- Newbridge Action Committee 50/50 draw –Congratulations to this week’s winner Cillian, Ruairi & Maisie Doyle Rookhill on winning €600 Next week’s draw will be in Henry’s Mountbellew. Thanks to Killyan Graveyard doing the draw for month of December & to the Newbridge Action Committee for doing draw for month of January. Thanks to everyone for their continued support every week, 6 months and yearly envelopes available from committee members. Gift vouchers available from any committee member & to all the business for their support also. Best wishes to everyone for the New year 2024, hope it brings joy to everyone.
- Ballygar Tidy Towns & St. Brendan’s Ladies 50/50 – Congratulations to Cayleigh King, Cul na Cille, Ballygar who won €712 in this week’s St Brendan’s Ladies Football Club & Ballygar Tidy Towns Lotto. Thanks to all who are supporting the draw and all the businesses who are selling the tickets. Next week’s draw Saturday 6th January in Kennys.
PLEASE HAVE ANY NOTICES FOR THE NEWSLETTER IN NO LATER THAN 12PM ON WEDNESDAY TO BE SURE THEY ARE INCLUDED IN THE NEWSLETTER
Bank Details – anyone wishing to Contribute by Direct Debit please use the following:
Ballygar Church – IBAN: IE02 BOFI 90370130537474
Newbridge Church – IBAN: IE87 BOFI 90370155385307
Toghergar Church: IBAN: IE41 BOFI 90370192573219
Priests Collection – IBAN: IE10 BOFI 90370172690426
When contributing by direct debit please include name in payment details thank you
Ballygar Offertory Collection €685.00
Toghergar Offertory Collection €350.00
Newbridge Offertory Collection €802.00
Received with thanks
Wishing all our community near and far a very Happy New Year.
The Parochial House telephone number is 090-6624637,
email: bntparishnewsetter@gmail.com
ST MARYS CHURCH
The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph
Saturday 30th December, 7.30pm – John Clarke and deceased family members
Sunday 31st December, 10.30am – People of the Parish
Monday 1st January, 9.30am – Mary the Holy Mother of God
Tuesday 2nd January, 7.30pm
Friday 5th January, 7.30pm – Nora Doyle, Kilmore and deceased family members
Saturday 6th January, 10.30am the Epiphany of the Lord Baptism
Saturday 6th January – Baptism
Saturday 6th January, 7.30pm – Peggy Geraghty 1st Anniversary.
Sunday 7th January, 10.30am – Anna & Jack Hughes
ST BRENDANS CHURCH
Sunday 31st December, 9.30am – The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph
Friday 5th January, 8pm – Katie Quinn 1st Anniversary
Saturday 6th January, 9.30am – The Epiphany of the Lord Baptism
Sunday 7th January, 9.30am – The Baptism of the Lord
ST PATRICKS CHURCH
Sunday 31st December, 11.30am – The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph
Sunday, 31st December, 7.30pm – New Year’s Eve
Wednesday 3rd January, 7pm –
Friday 5th January, 7pm
Saturday 6th January, 11.30am – Feast of the Epiphany
Sunday 7th January, 11.30am – Mary and Martin Naughton, Cloonshivna
Please remember in your prayer Bobby Carty, Toomard who went home to God, may he rest in peace.
Fr. Douglas will be on annual leave for the month of January, 2024. Fr. Joe Fitzgerald and Fr. Louis Lohan will be on duty. The Parochial house can be contacted on a Monday or Thursday mornings only on090-6624637.
The Priests of the Parish wish to sincerely thank all who generously contributed to the Christmas Collection. This collection goes towards the salary of our Priests.
- Next Feet Clinic in Ballygar Pharmacy 11th January 24 .
- Newbridge Action Committee 50/50 draw –Congratulations Congratulations to this week’s winner Jane Crowe Newbridge on winning €700. Prepaid winner €250- Lisa & Griff Allbritton USA: winner €250 – Sharon Small Ballygar. Next week’s draw will be in The Shiven Inn. Thank all the pubs we do the 50/50 in for their support & thanks to everyone for their continued support every week, 6 months and yearly envelopes available from committee members. Gift vouchers available from any committee member – the ideal Christmas gift.
- Ballygar Tidy Towns & St. Brendan’s Ladies 50/50 – Congratulations Congratulations to winners Nora & Fiona Naughton, Ballygar who won €1087 and Sinead Daly, Corofin who won the Christmas Hamper in this week’s St Brendan’s Ladies Football Club & Ballygar Tidy Towns Lotto. Thanks to all who are supporting the draw and all the businesses who are selling the tickets. Next week’s draw Saturday 30th December in Fallons.
PLEASE HAVE ANY NOTICES FOR THE NEWSLETTER IN NO LATER THAN 12PM ON WEDNESDAY TO BE SURE THEY ARE INCLUDED IN THE NEWSLETTER
Bank Details – anyone wishing to Contribute by Direct Debit please use the following:
Ballygar Church – IBAN: IE02 BOFI 90370130537474
Newbridge Church – IBAN: IE87 BOFI 90370155385307
Toghergar Church: IBAN: IE41 BOFI 90370192573219
Priests Collection – IBAN: IE10 BOFI 90370172690426
When contributing by direct debit please include name in payment details thank you
Ballygar Offertory Collection €1,625.00.00
Toghergar Offertory Collection €420.00
Newbridge Offertory Collection €1,105.00
Received with thanks
Wishing all our community near and far a very Happy New Year.
The Parochial House telephone number is 090-6624637,
email: bntparishnewsetter@gmail.com
ST MARYS CHURCH
4th Sunday in Advent
Saturday 23rd December, 7.30pm – Bridget Chamberlain and daughter Elsie O’Dea.
Sunday 24th December, 10.30am – People of the Parish
Sunday 24th December, 9pm – Christmas Vigil
Monday 25th December, 10.30am – Christmas Day
Tuesday 26th December, 10.30am – St. Stephen’s Day
Thursday 28th December, 9.30am
Friday 29th December, 7.30pm
Saturday 30th December – Baptism
Saturday 30th December, 7.30pm – John Clarke and deceased family members
Sunday 31st December, 10.30am – People of the Parish
ST BRENDANS CHURCH
Sunday 24th December, 9.30pm
Monday 25th December, 9.30am – Christmas Day
Sunday 31st December, 9.30am
ST PATRICKS CHURCH
Sunday 24th December, 11.30am – Fourth Sunday of Advent
Sunday 24th December, 8.30pm – The Nativity of the Lord – Christmas Vigil
Monday 25th December, 11.30am – Christmas Day – The Nativity of the Lord
Tuesday 26th December, 11.30am – St. Stephen’s Day
Wednesday 27th December, 7pm
Friday 29th December, 7pm
Sunday 31st December, 11.30am – The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph
Sunday, 31st December, 7.30pm – New Year’s Eve – Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God [57th World Day of Peace]
Please remember in your prayers, Jackie Gately, Ballygar, Tom Neary, Ballgar and Alan Eagan, Ballygar and Pat Lynch, Cloonshivna who have all gone home to God, may they rest in peace.
Fr. Douglas will be on annual leave for the month of January, 2024. Fr. Joe Fitzgerald and Fr. Louis Lohan will be on duty. The Parochial house can be contacted on a Monday or Thursday morning from 9.30am to 10.30am.
We would like to thank all of those that have helped during the past year, from getting the Church’s ready each week and especially for Christmas to all our wonderful volunteers.
Welcome to all our visitors to our Parish and Community. Wishing you all a Happy and Peaceful Christmas.
- Turkey Trot – This year’s Turkey Trot will take place on St. Stephens day starting at 1.30pm. Sponsorship cards are in circulation in the parish. Proceeds this year are going to the 3 main clubs, St. Brendan’s GAA, Ballygar Hurling Club, St. Brendan’s LGFA. Let’s get walking and make this the biggest Turkey Trot in the World!!!
- Fundraising Table Quiz – A special fundraising Table Quiz will be held in Mc Donagh’s Lounge, Castleblakney on Friday December 29th at 8 30 pm in aid of The Sebeta School for the Blind in Ethiopia. The event organised by Aidan Mc Donnell who will be one of the Volunteers travelling to complete the work in 2024 will have many prizes and a raffle. Donations are also welcome for this great project.
- Newbridge Action Committee 50/50 draw –Congratulations to this week’s winner Jason & Lisa Holder USA on winning €570, €250 prepaid winner: Conway family New Village, €250 winner: Sarah,Roisin& Aine Delaney Tonacor. Next week’s draw will be in The Shiven Inn. Extra draws for next week. €250 for all prepaids and second draw for €250. Thanks to everyone for their continued support every week, 6 months and yearly envelopes available from committee members. Gift vouchers available from any committee member – the ideal Christmas gift.
- Ballygar Tidy Towns & St. Brendan’s Ladies 50/50 – Congratulations to winners Eddie & Ann Mongan, Plunkett Park who won €606 and Liam & Brid Cruise, Ballinamore Bridge who won the Christmas Hamper in this week’s St Brendan’s Ladies Football Club & Ballygar Tidy Towns Lotto. Thanks to all who are supporting the draw and all the businesses who are selling the tickets. Next week’s draw Saturday 23rd December in Morans. We will have an extra draw for a hamper and main prize €1000 guaranteed.
PLEASE HAVE ANY NOTICES FOR THE NEWSLETTER IN NO LATER THAN 12PM ON WEDNESDAY 27th DECEMBER TO BE SURE THEY ARE INCLUDED IN THE NEWSLETTER
Bank Details – anyone wishing to Contribute by Direct Debit please use the following:
Ballygar Church – IBAN: IE02 BOFI 90370130537474
Newbridge Church – IBAN: IE87 BOFI 90370155385307
Toghergar Church: IBAN: IE41 BOFI 90370192573219
Priests Collection – IBAN: IE10 BOFI 90370172690426
When contributing by direct debit please include name in payment details thank you
Ballygar Offertory Collection €940.00
Toghergar Offertory Collection €370.00
Newbridge Offertory Collection €783.00
Received with thanks
ST MARYS CHURCH
3rd Sunday in Advent
Saturday 16th December, 7.30pm – Mary & Michael Silke and Deceased family members.
Sunday 17th December, 10.30am – People of the Parish.
Monday 18th December, 9.30am – Special intention
Tuesday 19th December, 7.30pm – Mary & Ned Hevehan and Chrissie Fitzmaurice
Thursday 21st December, 9.30am
Friday 22nd December, 7.30pm – Patrick & Bridget Horan and deceased family members, Eamon, John, Vincent and Maureen Horan.
Saturday 23rd December, 7.30pm – Bridget Chamberlain and daughter Elsie O’Dea.
Sunday 24th December, 10.30am – People of the Parish
ST BRENDANS CHURCH
Sunday 17th December, 9.30am – Francie Ryan
Thursday 21st December, 7.30pm – Michael Heavey Months Mind
Sunday 24th December, 9.30pm
Toghergar Church Choir Carol Concert Saturday December 23rd at 5pm in the Church. All are welcome to come along and join with us for a wonderful evening.
ST PATRICKS CHURCH
Sunday, 17th December, 11.30 am – Tom Lohan, Lissavruggy and Dublin; John and Peg Hynes, Windfield, Kevin Hynes, and Seán Hynes, Ballina
Wednesday, 20th December – No Mass in Newbridge
Friday 22nd December, 7pm
Sunday 24th December, 11.30am – Fourth Sunday of Advent
Sunday 24th December, 8.30pm – The Nativity of the Lord – Christmas Vigil
Windfield NS – Nativity Play Windfield NS are singing the Christmas Story in Newbridge Church on Tuesday, 19th December, at 6.30 p.m. All welcome
Sick and Housebound – Fr. Douglas to visit on Friday 22nd December. If you or a family member would like Fr. Douglas to visit, please call on 09-6624637.
This year our beautiful Christmas cards were designed by the children of Ballygar National School.
Christmas envelopes to be disturbed during the coming week. This collection is for the Priests of the Parish.
Thank you – Sheila, Sean and all the Cormican family would like to offer this mass in thanksgiving for all who helped during the difficult and sorrowful time when Tadhg passed away suddenly. We would like to express thanks to our wonderful neighbours and friends, thanks also to the parish priests Fr. Douggie and Fr. Christopher and Rev. Cannon McLoughlin. We express gratitude to David and Bernie Moran, The Smith Family, Pat Regan, Anita, Avril, Mairead and Clodagh. To John Fallon, James Moran and grave diggers. We will always remember your kindness and help.
- St Mary’s Church Choir Carols by Candlelight -In aid of St Vincent de Paul, the choir of St Mary’s Church Ballygar will host their annual carols by candlelight service on Sunday, December 17th at 8:00pm in the church. All are welcome to attend.
- Ballygar NS are delighted to invite you all to our Christmas Market and Carol Service this Tuesday 19th December. The Carol Service will be held in St. Mary’s Church, Ballygar at 6.30pm followed by our Christmas Markets in the Courthouse, Ballygar at approximately 8pm. The children of Ballygar NS have been very busy making some wonderfully handcrafted gifts and decorations to sell on the night. This is our first Christmas Market – with your support we hope it will be a great success. There will be lots of beautiful crafts for sale, some of which can be seen on our Facebook page. We will also be holding a raffle on the night with some exciting prizes. We wish to sincerely thank the following for their generous contributions: Ballygar Pharmacy, Bees Knees, Keane Electrical and Ventilation, Centra Ballygar, Crafy Art, Cleansave Products and Glanmore Foods. We also have a wonderful prize donated by Riverview Boarding Kennels for a two-night stay and a grooming voucher. All are most welcome on the night. Thank you for your support from all at Ballygar NS.
- Turkey Trot – This year’s Turkey Trot will take place on St. Stephens day starting at 1.30pm. Sponsorship cards are in circulation in the parish. Proceeds this year are going to the 3 main clubs, St. Brendan’s GAA, Ballygar Hurling Club, St. Brendan’s LGFA. Let’s get walking and make this the biggest Turkey Trot in the World!!!
- Mountbellew/Moylough Camogie Club hold their annual Progressive 25 Card Game on Friday December 22nd at 8pm in the Mountbellew Community Centre and all card players in the region are invited to attend. Refreshments will be served
- Newbridge Action Committee 50/50 draw –Congratulations to this week’s winner Keith Murphy & Ciara Lally on winning €506. Next week’s draw will be in Hughes Ballinamore bridge.Extra draws for next 2 weeks. €250 for all prepaids and second draw for €250. Thanks to everyone for their continued support every week, 6 months and yearly envelopes available from committee members. Gift vouchers available from any committee member – the ideal Christmas gift.
- Ballygar Tidy Towns & St. Brendan’s Ladies 50/50 – Congratulations to winners Aoife Martin & Deirdre Morris, Kilmore who won €608 and John Farrell, Tullywest who won the Christmas Hamper in this week’s St Brendan’s Ladies Football Club & Ballygar Tidy Towns Lotto. Thanks to all who are supporting the draw and all the businesses who are selling the tickets. Next week’s draw Saturday 16th December in Martins. For the next 2 weeks we will have an extra draw for a hamper.
PLEASE HAVE ANY NOTICES FOR THE NEWSLETTER IN NO LATER THAN 12PM ON WEDNESDAY 20TH DECEMBER TO BE SURE THEY ARE INCLUDED IN THE NEWSLETTER
Bank Details – anyone wishing to Contribute by Direct Debit please use the following:
Ballygar Church – IBAN: IE02 BOFI 90370130537474
Newbridge Church – IBAN: IE87 BOFI 90370155385307
Toghergar Church: IBAN: IE41 BOFI 90370192573219
Priests Collection – IBAN: IE10 BOFI 90370172690426
When contributing by direct debit please include name in payment details thank you
Ballygar Offertory Collection for 8th & 10th Dec €1,280.00
Toghergar Offertory Collection for 8th & 10th Dec €440.00
Newbridge Offertory Collection for 8th & 10th Dec €972.00
Received with thanks
ST MARYS CHURCH
2nd Sunday in Advent
Saturday 9th December, 7.30pm – Tommy Cuffe 1st Anniversary
Sunday 10th December, 10.30am – People of the Parish
Monday 11th December, 9.30am
Tuesday 12th December, 7.30pm –Patricia Farrell
Thursday 14th December, 9.30am
Friday 15th December, 7.30pm – Mary Ellen and Paddy Tierney.
Saturday 16th December, 7.30pm – Mary & Michael Silke and Deceased family members.
Sunday 17th December, 10.30am – People of the Parish.
ST BRENDANS CHURCH
Sunday 10th December, 9.30am – Kathleen Heavey 1st Anniversary
Sunday 17th December, 9.30am – Francie Ryan
ST PATRICKS CHURCH
Sunday 10th December, 11.30am – Tom and Annie Clarke, Toomard, and their grandson, David Finnerty, Laurence, Johnny and Michael Cunningham, Windfield, and Michael Martyn, Cappatagle
Wednesday 13th December, 7pm. – Mary Morley, Lissavruggy – First anniversary
Friday 15th December, 8pm – Henry Cunningham, Ardeevan (First anniversary) and deceased members of the Cunningham family (Please note time – 8.00 p.m.)
Sunday, 17th December, 11.30 am – Tom Lohan, Lissavruggy and Dublin; John and Peg Hynes, Windfield, Kevin Hynes, and Seán Hynes, Ballina
Penitential Service (Confessions with Sin Pot) in Newbridge Church immediately after Mass on Sunday, 10th December. A number of priests will be present. As we prepare our homes for the festivities, let us not forget to ready our souls to receive and welcome the Infant Jesus into our hearts and homes this Christmas. Don’t miss this opportunity to acknowledge our failings, appreciate Jesus’ love and forgiveness and move forward with hope and peace in our lives
Important Information – Geraldine Coyne and Leona Crehan are designated Parish Child Protection Representatives. Any issues concerning safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults should be channelled to them or the Parish Priest Fr. Douglas Zaggi.
- Saint Vincent De Paul Local Annual Appeal – Our local Conference is based at the Pastoral Centre Mountbellew, and we serve the surrounding parishes, including Ballygar/Newbridge/Toghergar. We wish to acknowledge the very generous support we have had from your Parish over the years. This year people’s needs are going to be greater than ever, considering the continued price increase in fuel, food and electricity alone. We will not be having a Church gate collection this year, but instead we will have Postage Free Envelopes left in the Church porch where people can put their donations, and post them to our Office. You may also leave the Envelopes in the Offertory collection basket. To facilitate people who wish to donate Online we have a Poster in the Church porch also, giving details of our designated Fundraise Web Address. All donations given locally will be used locally. Our Local Helpline Number is 085-1846866.
- St Mary’s Church Choir Carols by Candlelight -In aid of St Vincent de Paul, the choir of St Mary’s Church Ballygar will host their annual carols by candlelight service on Sunday, December 17th at 8:00pm in the church. All are welcome to attend.
- Next Foot Clinic in Ballygar Pharmacy is 14th December. This is the last Clinic for 2023. A very Happy Christmas to everyone.
- Ballygar Festive Lights – Church gate collection will take place on December 9th and 10th. Join us around the Christmas tree after Saturday night mass (weather permitting) for carols and some festive treats.
- Ballygar NS are delighted to invite you all to our Christmas Market and Carol Service this Wednesday 13 December. The Carol Service will be held in St. Mary’s Church, Ballygar at 6.30pm followed by our Christmas Markets in the Courthouse, Ballygar at approximately 8pm. The children of Ballygar NS have been very busy making some wonderfully handcrafted gifts and decorations to sell on the night. This is our first Christmas Market – with your support we hope it will be a great success. There will be lots of beautiful crafts for sale, some of which can be seen on our Facebook page. We will also be holding a raffle on the night with some exciting prizes. We wish to sincerely thank the following for their generous contributions: Ballygar Pharmacy, Bees Knees, Keane Electrical and Ventilation, Centra Ballygar, Crafy Art, Cleansave Products and Glanmore Foods. We also have a wonderful prize donated by Riverview Boarding Kennels for a two-night stay and a grooming voucher. All are most welcome on the night. Thank you for your support from all at Ballygar NS.
- Cancer Care West Walk 2023–Sincere thanks to all who walked, handed in Sponsorship Cards, Donations and to All who donated On Line. The Sum of €9915.30 was handed in last week. Receipts will be issued soon and any cards remaining or donations still welcome.
- This year’s Christmas Fair takes place in the Courthouse on Saturday 9th December 8pm to 9.30pm and Sunday morning 11am to 12.30pm. There will be a number of stalls displaying and selling seasonal items including cakes, arts, crafts and Christmas wreaths. Come along on the day and get into the festive spirit by supporting local people/businesses.
- Turkey Trot – This year’s Turkey Trot will take place on St. Stephens day. Sponsorship cards are in circulation in the parish. Proceeds this year are going to the 3 main clubs, St. Brendan’s GAA, Ballygar Hurling Club, St. Brendan’s LGFA. Let’s get walking and make this the biggest Turkey Trot in the World!!!
- Newbridge Action Committee 50/50 draw –Congratulations to this week’s winner Sharon & Noel c/o Anthony Kelly on winning €524.Next week’s draw will be in Kenny ‘s Ballygar. Thanks to Killyan Sportsfield for doing November. Killyan Graveyard will avail of the funds raised by the 50/50 Draw in December. Please do your best to support this very worthy cause and help to keep Killyan Graveyard looking its best throughout the year in honour of all our deceased. Weekly or annual tickets available from any Killyan Graveyard Committee Members or Chris Murphy 087 6357128 or Carmel Gavin 086 8399651. Thanks to everyone for their continued support every week,
- Ballygar Tidy Towns & St. Brendan’s Ladies 50/50 – Congratulations to winners Dylan Kelly & Freya, Ballinamore Bridge who won €650 and Petor Wandzd, Ballygar who won the Christmas Hamper in this week’s St Brendan’s Ladies Football Club & Ballygar Tidy Towns Lotto. Thanks to all who are supporting the draw and all the businesses who are selling the tickets. Next week’s draw Saturday 9th December in The Thatch. For the next 3 weeks we will have an extra draw for a hamper.
Bank Details – anyone wishing to Contribute by Direct Debit please use the following:
Ballygar Church – IBAN: IE02 BOFI 90370130537474
Newbridge Church – IBAN: IE87 BOFI 90370155385307
Toghergar Church: IBAN: IE41 BOFI 90370192573219
Priests Collection – IBAN: IE10 BOFI 90370172690426
Ballygar Offertory Collection €993.00
Toghergar Offertory Collection €270.00
Newbridge Offertory Collection €890.00
Received with thanks
ST MARY’S CHURCH
1st Sunday in Advent
Saturday 2nd December, 7.30pm – Mikie Lohan, Ballygar
Sunday 3rd December, 10.30am – People of the Parish
Monday 4th December, 9.30am
Tuesday 5th December, 7.30pm – Davey Nolan
Thursday 7th December, 7.30pm Vigil Mass – Micheal Brennan, Mount Mary
Friday 8th December, 10.30am – Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Saturday 9th December, 7.30pm – Tommy Cuffe 1st Anniversay
Sunday 10th December, 10.30am
ST BRENDAN’S CHURCH
Sunday 3rd December, 9.30am – Peter & Bridge Mitchell
Friday 8th December, 9.30am – Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Sunday 10th December, 9.30am – Kathleen Heavey 1st Anniversary
ST PATRICK’S CHURCH
Sunday 3rd December, 11.30 am – Celebration of the 125th Anniversary of the Opening of the ‘New Church.
Wednesday 6th December, 7pm
Friday 8th December, 7pm – Feast of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Sunday 10th December, 11.30am – Tom and Annie Clarke, Toomard, and their grandson, David Finnerty, Laurence, Johnny and Michael Cunningham, Windfield, and Michael Martyn, Cappatagle
Penitential Service (Confessions) in Newbridge Church immediately after Mass on Sunday 10th December. A number of priests will be present. As we prepare our homes for the festivities, let us not forget to ready our souls to receive and welcome the Infant Jesus into our hearts and homes this Christmas. Don’t miss this opportunity to acknowledge our failings, appreciate Jesus’ love and forgiveness and move forward with hope and peace in our lives.
Important Information – Geraldine Coyne and Leona Crehan are designated Parish Child Protection Representatives. Any issues concerning safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults should be channelled to them or the Parish Priest Fr. Douglas Zaggi.
IMPORTANT PARISH NOTICE – we have received a number of cheques, these have been made out in our Parish Priest’s name. It is important that all cheques are made payable to each of the Churches, ie St. Marys Church Ballygar, St. Brendans Church Toghergar and St. Patricks Church Newbridge. If your cheque is directly for our priest’s, please use their names on the cheque. We are very grateful for your contributions
Youth 2000 Christmas Retreat – This youth retreat will take place at Dominican College, Newbridge, Co. Kildare between 8th-10th December 2023. This promises to be a special retreat! Great CRAIC! Excellent Speakers, Inspiring Talks & Workshops, fantastic music, Group activities, Youth Masses, Adoration, Reconciliation, prayer, Drama, Games & plenty of time to chill out, meet new people and find out what it means to be young & Catholic today! Booking is now open at www.youth2000.ie
Lenten Youth Ambassador initiative – Zoom Information Meetings introducing the Diocese of Elphin & Trócaire’s Lenten Youth Ambassador initiative take place this Monday and Thursday evening. For details see: www.elphindiocese.ie/youth-ambassadors All welcome.
Saint Vincent De Paul Local Annual Appeal – Our local Conference is based at the Pastoral Centre Mountbellew, and we serve the surrounding parishes, including Ballygar/Newbridge/Toghergar. We wish to acknowledge the very generous support we have had from your Parish over the years. This year people’s needs are going to be greater than ever, considering the continued price increase in fuel, food and electricity alone. We will not be having a Church gate collection this year, but instead we will have Postage Free Envelopes left in the Church porch where people can put their donations, and post them to our Office. You may also leave the Envelopes in the Offertory collection basket. To facilitate people who wish to donate Online we have a Poster in the Church porch also, giving details of our designated Fundraise Web Address. All donations given locally will be used locally. Our Local Helpline Number is 085-1846866.
Killyan Graveyard will avail of the funds raised by the 50/50 Draw in December. Please do your best to support this very worthy cause and help to keep Killyan Graveyard looking its best throughout the year in honour of all our deceased. Weekly or annual tickets available from any Killyan Graveyard Committee Members or Chris Murphy 087 6357128 or CarmelGavin 086 8399651.
Ballygar Festive Lights – church gate collection will take place on December 9th and 10th. Join us around the Christmas tree after Saturday night mass (weather permitting) for carols and some festive treats.
This year’s Christmas Fair takes place in the Courthouse on Saturday 9th December 8pm to 9.30pm and Sunday morning 11am to 12.30pm. There will be a number of stalls displaying and selling seasonal items including cakes, arts, crafts and Christmas wreaths. Come along on the day and get into the festive spirit by supporting local people/businesses.
St. Brendan’s Cake Sale Fundraiser – will be held in Ballygar (The old Courthouse) after 7.30pm Mass on the 2nd December and after 10.30am Mass on the 3rd December.
Active Retirement Meeting – The monthly meeting of Mountbellew and District Active Retirement will be held in the Pastoral Centre Mountbellew on Monday 4th December, 2023 at 8pm.
Newbridge Action Committee 50/50 draw – Congratulations Ann Loggins C/O Tommy Conway on winning €474. Next week’s draw will be in the Thatch. Thanks to everyone for their continued support every week, 6 months and yearly envelopes available from committee members.
Ballygar Tidy Towns & St. Brendan’s Ladies 50/50 – Congratulations to Esme Egan, c/o Mary Nee, Lawrencetown who won €563 in this week’s St Brendan’s Ladies Football Club & Ballygar Tidy Towns Lotto. Thanks to all who are supporting the draw and all the businesses who are selling the tickets. Next week’s draw Saturday 2nd December in Hughes. For the next 4 weeks we will have an extra draw for a hamper
Bank Details – anyone wishing to Contribute by Direct Debit please use the following:
Ballygar Church – IBAN: IE02 BOFI 90370130537474
Newbridge Church – IBAN: IE87 BOFI 90370155385307
Toghergar Church: IBAN: IE41 BOFI 90370192573219
Priests Collection – IBAN: IE10 BOFI 90370172690426
Ballygar Offertory Collection €810.00
Toghergar Offertory Collection €400.00
Newbridge Offertory Collection €1,358.00
Received with thanks