The Parochial House telephone number is 090-6624637,

 email: bntparishnewsetter@gmail.com

ST MARYS CHURCH

Feast of Christ the King

Saturday 25^th November, 7.30pm – Tom, Mary Ellen and Paddy Finneran, Johnny,

Annie Kane and Katie O’Brien. 

All deceased members of the Finneran and Kane Families.

Don Needham, Cheshire (father in law of Catherine Needham nee Finneran) recently deceased

Sunday 26^th November, 10.30am – Brian Traynor Anniversary

Monday 27^th November, 9.30am – Special Intentions

Tuesday 28^th November, 7.30pm – Faithful Departed

Thursday 30^th November, 9.30am

Friday 1^st December, 7.30pm – Bridie & Shane O’Leary and deceased members of the O’Leary and Nolan families

Saturday 2^nd December, 7.30pm – Mikie Lohan, Ballygar

Sunday 3^rd December, 10.30am

Killeroran Cemetery –  Blessing of the graves will take place on Sunday 26th November, 2023 following 10.30am mass in Ballygar Church, for all those who have gone before us.

Sick and Housebound – Fr. Douglas to visit on Friday 1^st December.  If you or a family member would like Fr. Douglas to visit, please call on 09-6624637.

ST BRENDANS CHURCH

Sunday 26^th November, 9.30m – Nora & Paddy Hearty, Currabane

Sunday 3^rd December, 9.30am – First Sunday of Advent

ST PATRICKS CHURCH

Sunday 26^th November, 11.30am – Rosaleen Carr-Quinn, formerly Tully Village – Mass of Celebration of her life

Thomas and Mary Shaughnessy, Newbridge and their son, John; Liz and Mick Crehan, Lissavruggy, and their daughter, Mary.

Tim Kilcommins, Windfield 4th Anniversary & for all of the deceased members of the Kilcommins & Haverty families.

Wednesday 29^th November, 7pm – John Heavey, Lissavruggy

Friday 1st December, 6.30pm – Frank Dowd, Ballythomas, Martin Dowd, St Brendan’s, and their parents, Patrick and Catherine Dowd, Ballythomas, and Bridget Fallon, St Brendan’s

Sunday 3^rd December, 11.30 am – Celebration of the 125th Anniversary of the Opening of the ‘New Church.

• Young Pioneer November Quiz now underway.  Open to all Young Pioneers in the Diocese of Elphin.  See https://creideamh.ie/ptaa_quiz/ for details.
• 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.
• Progressive 25 Card game continues every Monday night in Shiven Rovers club house at 8.30pm. Money prizes and refreshments served.  Next Monday night Nov. 27^th Mass will be celebrated to remember all the deceased card players at 8pm, followed by the card game. 
• St. Brendan’s Cake Sale Fundraiser – will be held in Ballygar (The old Courthouse) after 7.30pm Mass on the 2^nd December and in Newbridge Hall after 11.30am Mass on the 3^rd December.
• Newbridge Artisan Christmas Fair – Art, Crafts, Gifts, Food and send your letter to Santa.  Newbridge Community Hall this Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th from 11am to 6pm.  Find us on Facebook.
• Newbridge / Ballinamore Bridge IFA –  Can the IFA members please submit their postal vote for the national election before the 8th of December please.
• ALONE Volunteers – Would you be willing to provide companionship or make calls to Older People for 1 hour, once a week? ALONE are seeking volunteers in your area. Full training and support provided. If interested, please sign up here: https://alone.ie/volunteers/ For more information, contact Helena on Helena.madden@alone.ie or on 086 0145829.
• The next Foot Clinic is the 30^th November in Ballygar Pharmacy.  Please call Deirdre 086 361 2578 or 09096 23430. 
• 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.
• Mountbellew Heritage & Tourism Network would like to thank everyone involved in the success of our Xmas market.  It was a fantastic community event and we’re already looking forward to next year’s market.  All proceeds raised will go towards our Walled Garden & Old Forge projects.
• COFFEE MORNING: Galway Hospice Coffee Morning will be held in the Community Centre Mountbellew on Saturday, December 2nd from 10am until 4pm.  Christmas cards and decorations will also be on sale.  Your support is greatly appreciated for this worthy cause.
• Short breaks Scheme: Would you be interested in providing home from home short breaks for children and adults who have an intellectual disability? Brothers of Charity Services Ireland, Homeshare Roscommon are recruiting host carers.  Training and support provided. Tax exempt Allowances paid. For further information email Homeshareroscommon@gmail.com  or phone Catherine on 090 6628500 / 087 2126607.
• Newbridge Action Committee 50/50 draw –Congratulations to this week’s winner Anne Marie Lynch, Meath on winning €506.  Next week’s draw will be in Henry’s. 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 Tom & Claire, c/o Fallons Bar, Ballygar who won €555 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 25th November in Kennys.

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 €1,095.00

Toghergar Offertory Collection € 365.00

Newbridge Offertory Collection €825.00

Received with thanks

32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

 The Parochial House telephone number is 090-6624637,

 email: bntparishnewsetter@gmail.com

ST MARYS CHURCH

32^nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Saturday 11^th November, 7.30pm – Kathleen Farrell and deceased family members of the Lennon and Farrell families.

Sunday 12^th November, 10.30am – Gerry Holmes

Monday 13^th November, 9.30am – Mary & Patrick Hughes and deceased Hughes family members

Tuesday 14^th November, 7.30pm – Bridie & John Looby Anniversary

Thursday 16^th November, 9.30am – All the Faithfull Departed

Friday 17^th November, 7.30pm – Annie Teresa Lohan and deceased Lohan family members

Saturday 18^th November, – Baptism

Saturday 18^th November, 7.30pm – Nellie & Peter Raftery and deceased Fahy and Raftery family members

Sunday 19^th November, 10.30am – Carmel O’Rourke Anniversary

Celebration for our Faithful Departed Through the month of November we remember, in a special way, our loved ones who have gone to their eternal rest. On Sunday, November 19th, at the 10:30am Mass, we will remember all from our parish who have gone to their eternal rest. After Mass there will be a short service in the cemetery and Fr Douglas will bless the graves.

ST BRENDANS CHURCH

Sunday 12^th November, 9.30sm – The Faithfull Departed

Sunday 19^th November, 9.30am – Sonny Moore, Fr. Bertie, Fr. John Joe their parents Martin & Molly and Paddy Burke.

ST PATRICKS CHURCH

Sunday 12th November, 11.30am – All Our Departed Loved Ones, especially those called home to God in the past year

Wednesday 15^th November, 7pm – Juan Perez

Friday 17^th November, 7pm – Jane and Larry Kelly, Mike Kelly and Lorcan Kelly

Saturday 18^th November, 1pm – Mike Carty – Month’s Mind

Sunday 19^th November, 11.30am – Sergii Demchenko – Memorial Mass

Celebration for our Faithful Departed – November is a special time to recall our deceased family, relatives and friends and pray for them.  The mass for our departed loved ones (especially those who went home to God in last year) is on Sunday 12^th November at 11.30am.

Apostolic Workers – A visit by Apostolic Workers on the 18^th and 19^th November to the Parish.  There will be a display for what they do and an appeal for support.

• Catechism Workshop – Knock Catechism/YouCat Workshop Our Lady’s Shrine Knock. Date: Saturday 11th November 2023. Spiritual Director: Bishop Emeritus Brendan Kelly. For details please contact: Máirín Ni Shuilleabhain 0877950325.
• Young Pioneer November Quiz now underway.  Open to all Young Pioneers in the Diocese of Elphin.  See https://creideamh.ie/ptaa_quiz/ for details.
• ALONE Volunteers – Would you be willing to provide companionship or make calls to Older People for 1 hour, once a week? ALONE are seeking volunteers in your area. Full training and support provided. If interested, please sign up here: https://alone.ie/volunteers/ For more information, contact Helena on Helena.madden@alone.ie or on 086 0145829

• Ballygar Carnival AGM – The Annual General Meeting of Ballygar Carnival will take place on Saturday, November 18th at 8:15pm in the Mattie McDonagh Centre. All are welcome to attend.
• BNT Cloud 9 Youth Club – the new BNT Youth Club runs every Friday night from the Old Town Hall, Ballygar.  From 6.30 to 8pm this session is for 1^st and 2^nd years.  The second session from 8.30pm to 10pm for 3^rd year onwards.  There is a €2 cover charge.  Why not come down for a look and start some new beginnings.
• North Galway Vintage & Heritage Group – Mega Autojumble takes place on Sunday November 12^th starting at 9am in Glenamaddy Equestrian Centre.  Up to 50 autojumble stands in attendance.  Catering provided on the day.
• Mountbellew Christmas Market is twice the size and twice the fun this year with over 60 market stalls, festive food stalls, Santa’s post box, live music all day, and lots of games and prizes.11 – 5pm Sunday 19th November, Mountbellew Agricultural College Gym.
• Smartphone guidebook 2nd edition now available to purchase in Ballygar Post Office. The book helps the reader learn how to use a smartphone. This new edition book contains over sixty pages of content and contains information on how to use GAA Go and Ticketmaster. 
• Farmers: ACRES training courses will take place on Saturdays over the coming weeks. Any farmer currently in ACRES can attend this training. To book your place contact Gary on 087 3916789.
• Moylough Tractor Run in aid of Moylough Defib Group takes place on Sunday 19th November. Entry €20. Register at 10am departing from Moylough Church at 12noon. Spot prizes to be won. For more information visit the Moylough Defibrillator Group Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/Moyloughdefib/ )
• Book Launch – “The Dillions of Clonbrock” a history by Frank Gavin will be launched in Gullanes Hotel Ballinasloe on Friday November 17th at 7pm All Welcome to attend.
• Short breaks Scheme: Would you be interested in providing home from home short breaks for children and adults who have an intellectual disability? Brothers of Charity Services Ireland, Homeshare Roscommon are recruiting host carers.  Training and support provided. Tax exempt Allowances paid. For further information email Homeshareroscommon@gmail.com  or phone Catherine on 090 6628500 / 087 2126607.
• Newbridge Action Committee 50/50 draw –Congratulations to his week’s winner Jimmy Farrell Cloonlyon on winning €501.  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 Paul & Catherine Conboy, Drinane who won €581 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 11th November in Morans.

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 €1,025.00,

Toghergar Offertory Collection

Newbridge Offertory Collection €984.60

Received with thanks

The Parochial House telephone number is 090-6624637,

 email: bntparishnewsetter@gmail.com

ST MARYS CHURCH

31^st Sunday in Ordinary Time

Saturday 4^th November, 7.30pm – Francie Flynn

Sunday 5^th November, 10.30am – People of the Parish

Monday 6^th November, 9.30pm

Tuesday 7^th November, 7.30pm – The Faithfull Departed

Thursday 9^th November, 9.30am

Friday 10^th November, 7.30pm – Joan Flanagan 2^nd Anniversary

Saturday 11^th November, 12noon – Dympna Galvin Months Mind

Saturday 11^th November, 7.30pm – Kathleen Farrell and deceased family members of the Lennon and Farrell families.

Sunday 12^th November, 10.30am – Gerry Holmes

Celebration for our Faithful Departed Through the month of November we remember, in a special way, our loved ones who have gone to their eternal rest. On Sunday, November 19th, at the 10:30am Mass, we will remember all from our parish who have gone to their eternal rest. After Mass there will be a short service in the cemetery and Fr Douglas will bless the graves.

ST BRENDANS CHURCH

Sunday 5^th November, 9.30am – Tommy Kelly Anniversary

Sunday 12^th November, 9.30sm – The Faithfull Departed

ST PATRICKS CHURCH

Sunday 5th November, 11.30am – Michael Kelly, Rushestown and Dunboyne – Month’s Mind

Wednesday 8th November – No Mass in Newbridge

Friday 10th November, 7pm – Jonathan Crehan, Tully – 2nd anniversary

Sunday 12th November, 11.30am – All Our Departed Loved Ones

• Catechism Workshop – Knock Catechism/YouCat Workshop Our Lady’s Shrine Knock. Date: Saturday 11th November 2023. Spiritual Director: Bishop Emeritus Brendan Kelly. For details please contact: Máirín Ni Shuilleabhain 0877950325.
• The Annual East Galway Cancer Care West Walk will – be held on Saturday November 11th at 10 am from Ahascragh to Ballinasloe. Sponsorship Cards and further details from 0876335479.All walkers welcome and donations can be made  on I Donate at https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/Caltragaacancercarewest2023.  If you wish to leave your car in Ballinasloe, share with another driver or be in Ahascragh at 9.30am and we will help. All walkers welcome and all sponsorship cards to be returned.  Donations welcome.  Place your donation in an envelope and Cancer Care West will issue a receipt. 
• Ballygar Carnival AGM – The Annual General Meeting of Ballygar Carnival will take place on Saturday, November 18th at 8:15pm in the Mattie McDonagh Centre. All are welcome to attend.
• Next Foot Clinic in Ballygar Pharmacy is November 9th. Call Deirdre 086 361 2578 or 0909623430 to make an appointment.
• Smartphone guidebook 2nd edition now available to purchase in Ballygar Post Office. The book helps the reader learn how to use a smartphone. This new edition book contains over sixty pages of content and contains information on how to use Gaa Go and Ticketmaster. 
• Farmers: ACRES training courses will take place on Saturdays over the coming weeks. Any farmer currently in ACRES can attend this training. To book your place contact Gary on 087 3916789.
• Moylough Tractor Run in aid of Moylough Defib Group takes place on Sunday 19th November. Entry €20. Register at 10am departing from Moylough Church at 12noon. Spot prizes to be won. For more information visit the Moylough Defibrillator Group Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/Moyloughdefib/ )
• Caltra I. F. A.- A.G.M and presidential elections will take place in Sadies Lounge Caltra on Tuesday the 7th of November at 8.30 pm. It is important for all Caltra IF.A members to turn up on the night and have your voice heard. I.F.A will have a guest speaker on the night. New Members Welcome. 
• Short breaks Scheme: Would you be interested in providing home from home short breaks for children and adults who have an intellectual disability? Brothers of Charity Services Ireland, Homeshare Roscommon are recruiting host carers.  Training and support provided. Tax exempt Allowances paid. For further information email Homeshareroscommon@gmail.com  or phone Catherine on 090 6628500 / 087 2126607.
• Newbridge Action Committee 50/50 draw –Congratulations to Mike & Annmarie Shaughnessy on winning €527.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 the Tidy towns for doing the month of October & Killyan Sportsfield for doing the month of November.
• Ballygar Tidy Towns & St. Brendan’s Ladies 50/50 – Congratulations to Brian O’Donoghue, Ballyglunnin who won €653 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 4th November in Martins.

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 €925.00

Toghergar Offertory Collection €465.00

Newbridge Offertory Collection €679.00

Received with thanks

The Parochial House telephone number is 090-6624637,

 email: bntparishnewsetter@gmail.com

ST MARYS CHURCH

30^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Saturday 28^th October, 7.30pm – Michael Boyle 1^st Anniversary

Sunday 29^th October, 10.30am – Gerry Duffy his brothers Seamus and Pat, sister Peggy Geraghty also remember Nora Flynn, Islandcase.

Monday 30^th October, 10.30am

Tuesday 31^st October,7.30pm – Vigil Mass

Wednesday 1^st November, 10.30am – Mass for the feast of all Saints.

Thursday 2^nd November, 10.30am – Feast of All Souls and the Geraghty Family, Kilmore.

Friday 3^rd November, 7.30pm, – Deceased Brannelly Family, Drinane.

Saturday 4^th November, 7.30pm – Francie Flynn

Sunday 5^th November, 10.30am – People of the Parish

ST BRENDANS CHURCH

Sunday 29^th October, 9.30am – Patricia O’Brien

Wednesday 1^st November, 9.30am – Feast of All Saints

Thursday 2^nd November, 9.30am – Feast of All Souls.

Sunday 5^th November, 9.30am – Tommy Kelly Anniversary

ST PATRICKS CHURCH

Sunday 29^th October, 11.30am – Larry and Mollie Hannon, Ballinacor; Pake and Katie Crehan and Noel Crehan, Killyan, Michael Fitzmaurice, Cloonlyon and Nora Byrne (née Crehan), Ballinasloe    

Wednesday 1^st November, 7.00pm – Mass for the feast of all Saints.

Thursday 2^nd November, 7.00pm – Mass for the Feast of all Souls.

Friday 3^rd November, 7.00pm – Cam and Andrew Quinn and living and Deceased of the Quinn and Waldron families.

Sunday 5^th November, 11.30am- Michael Kelly, Rushestown and Dunboyne – Months Mind.

November is a special time to recall our deceased family, relatives and friends and pray for them. The mass for our departed loved ones (especially those who went home to God in last year) is on Sunday 12^th November 11.30 am.

Sick and Housebound – Fr. Douglas to visit on Friday 3^rd November.  If you or a family member would like Fr. Douglas to visit, please call on 09-6624637.

• The Annual East Galway Cancer Care West Walk will – be held on Saturday November 11th at 10 am from Ahascragh to Ballinasloe .Sponsorship Cards and further details from 0876335479.All walkers welcome and donations can be made  on I Donate at https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/Caltragaacancercarewest2023
• Ballygar Carnival AGM – The Annual General Meeting of Ballygar Carnival will take place on Saturday, November 18th at 8:15pm in the Mattie McDonagh Centre. All are welcome to attend.
• Active Retirement Meeting – The monthly meeting of Mountbellew and District Active Retirement will be held in the Pastoral Centre Mountbellew on Monday 6th November at 8pm.
• Private Home Help available in Ballygar areas and surrounding areas.  Contact 0906624964 after 6pm.
• Kilkerrin Clonberne Gun Club Auction – will be held on Sunday 29^th October in Mee’s, Kilkerrin beginning at 5.30pm.  Please support.
• Next Foot Clinic in Ballygar Pharmacy is November 9th. Call Deirdre 086 361 2578 or 0909623430 to make an appointment.
• Smartphone guidebook 2nd edition now available to purchase in Ballygar Post Office.The book helps the reader learn how to use a smartphone. This new edition book contains over sixty pages of content and contains information on how to use Gaa Go and Ticketmaster. 
• Progressive 25 Card commences in Shiven Rovers Club House on Monday night next October 30th. at 8.30pm. Money prizes and refreshments served. Please support. 
• Moylough Tractor Run in aid of Moylough Defib Group takes place on Sunday 19th November. Entry €20. Register at 10am departing from Moylough Church at 12noon. Spot prizes to be won. For more information visit the Moylough Defibrillator Group Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/Moyloughdefib/ )
• Halloween Bingo – Bingo takes place in Moylough Community Hall on Thursday 2nd   November at 8pm.
• A Celebration of Biodiversity in Newbridge Hall on Friday, Nov 3rd at 7pm. An evening of information on biodiversity with experts on The Barn Owl Project, Bat habitats, Composting, Seed Saving, taking cuttings, honey tasting, schools nature displays and much more. All are welcome to this free event organised by Newbridge Tidy Towns with the support of Galway Rural Development. The night will be launched by Leas Cathaoirleach of the County and member of the Biodiversity Special Policy Committee Dr. Evelyn Parsons. Homemade treats and refreshments on the night. An enjoyable informative evening to be enjoyed.
• Newbridge Action Committee 50/50 draw –Congratulations to Tony McCormack on winning €546 in last week’s 50/50 . Draw this week changed to Shiven Inn.  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 Mairead Kelly, Ballinlass 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 28th October in An Tobar.
• Short breaks Scheme: Would you be interested in providing home from home short breaks for children and adults who have an intellectual disability? Brothers of Charity Services Ireland, Homeshare Roscommon are recruiting host carers.  Training and support provided. Tax exempt Allowances paid. For further information email Homeshareroscommon@gmail.com  or phone Catherine on 090 6628500 / 087 2126607.

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 €1005 Missions: €915

Toghergar Offertory Collection €365 Missions: €295

Newbridge Offertory Collection €794.85 Missions: €215.15

Received with thanks

ST MARYS CHURCH

28^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Saturday 21^st October, 7.30pm – Mary & John Kelly Anniversary

Sunday 22^nd October, 10.30am – Mission Sunday

Monday 23^rd October, 9.30am

Tuesday 24^th October, 7.30pm

Thursday 26^th October, 9.30am

Friday 27^th October, 7.30pm – Kathleen Cleary

Saturday 28^th October – Baptism

Saturday 28^th October, 7.30pm – Michael Boyle 1^st Anniversary

Sunday 29^th October, 10.30am – Gerry Duffy his brothers Seamus and Pat, sister Peggy Geraghty

This weekend parishes worldwide celebrate World Mission Sunday.. Help right now. Donate €4.00 by texting the word ‘Mission’ to 50300. Alternatively donate at www.missio.ie or call Missio Ireland on 01 497 2035. To learn more go to www.missio.ie

ST BRENDANS CHURCH

Sunday 22^nd October, 9.30am – Tommy Lee and deceased family members of the Lee and Cormican families

Sunday 29^th October, 9.30am – Patricia O’Brien

ST PATRICKS CHURCH

Sunday 22^nd October, 11.30am –   Ann Kelly, Gurteen – 21st anniversary,

Tom and Mary Hannigan – anniversaries    

Wednesday 25th October, 8pm

Friday, 27^th October, 8.00 p.m. – Jackie Muldoon, Sr. Marcellina, John and Mary Ellen Muldoon, Cloonkeen and deceased members of the Muldoon family

Sunday 29^th October, 11.30am – Larry and Mollie Hannon, Ballinacor; Pake and Katie Crehan and Noel Crehan, Killyan, Michael Fitzmaurice, Cloonlyon and Nora Byrne (née Crehan), Ballinasloe    

Please remember in your prayers, Liam Mulrooney, Hermitage may he rest in peace.         

November envelopes can now be collected from the sacristy.  Offertory boxes for 2023/2024 can all be collected from the sacristy.                                                                                               

• St. Jerome once said, “Ignorance of scripture is ignorance of Christ”.  In order to increase our knowledge of Christ through Scripture, the diocese is organizing a 6-week course on the Gospel of Mark, which is the gospel for the next liturgical year.  It is not an academic course but will only help us understand the gospel at a spiritual level.  The course begins on 25th November at 7:30pm in the courthouse.  Interested participants should contact Fr. Douglas or Mary O’ Malley. Looking forward to engaging with you.
• Ballygar Community Playschool – are having their annual Children’s Halloween disco on Friday 27^th October, in Fallons Lounge between 6pm and 8pm.  Treats and raffle on the night please support, thank you.
• Ballygar Hospice Support Group would like to thank everyone who supported their recent coffee morning. Thanks to all the bakers and helpers especially the ty students of Coláiste Mhuire.  A total amount of €2300 was raised and has been forwarded to Galway Hospice. 
• Ballygar Ladies Club – The October meeting will be held in the Courthouse on Thursday 26th October at 8pm. Guest speaker on the night. All ladies welcome. Admission €3.
• The Annual East Galway Cancer Care West Walk will – be held on Saturday November 11th at 10 am from Ahascragh to Ballinasloe .Sponsorship Cards and further details from 0876335479.All walkers welcome and donations can be made  on I Donate at https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/Caltragaacancercarewest2023
• SafeTALK Training – SafeTALK Training will take place in Solas Family Resource Centre, Old School Building, Ballygar on Monday 23rd October 7pm-10.30pm.  This training is suitable for anyone over the age of 18, open to all in the community and free of charge.  Booking is essential as places are limited! Link to book:  https://bookwhen.com/srotraininggmr/e/ev-syf0-20231023190000 For further information please contact: darlene@breakingthrough.org or phone: 01 6060858 or locally contact Louise Holian 0877437443 if any questions or need help booking. 
• Ballygar Truckin’ is Celebrating 10 Years and following on from the huge support we received for last year’s event, raising €30,000 for BNT Le Chéile and Friends of Oncology, Ballinasloe, we are delighted that this year’s fun filled event has been extended to 3 Days over the October Bank Holiday Weekend, from Friday 27^th to Sunday 29th October, in Ballygar.We will be hosting a Truck & Tractor Run, Monster Auction, Vintage Display, with Bingo Loco, Declan Nerney, and Paul Kelly all live in the Mattie McDonagh Centre and there will be many more family fun activities happening throughout the weekend. This year, we have chosen to fundraise for: BNT Le Chéile and Roscommon Hospice. It is Ballygar Truckin’s aim to help raise vital funds to help both causes to continue the real and necessary care and support they provide to members of our community. If you require any further information relating to this event and ways to donate, please see our Social Media pages or contact any member of the committee.
• Congratulations to all. A fantastic result in the Tidy Towns Competition for Ballygar with big jump of 16 points to a total of 345. Ballygar is now 4th in Category B in County Galway, with 19 towns/villages in this category in total. We had the 3rd highest increase in points in Co. Galway. It is fantastic that the work done over the last number of years has brought our points from 215 to 345 which is brilliant. Thank You and well done to the entire community. A massive thank you to the Tidy Towns volunteers who are out every week throughout the year and are involved in so much, there generosity is absolutely fantastic. Thanks also to the students of Coláiste Mhuire and Ballygar National School who get involved in so many of the tidy town projects and encourage our work. Thanks to the local Community Employment Scheme workers, TUS workers, Graveyard sub-committee, the Playground committee, the Men’s Shed Group, Galway County Council, Sunflower Montessori, Stepping Stones Play School, the local sports clubs, and all local voluntary organisations. Thanks to Pat, Frank Sarah and Joey at the Garda Station. A special thank you to all the residents and business owners who are working hard in maintaining their premises. Again Thank You all. We would also like to take this opportunity to welcome new volunteers, we meet every Saturday morning at 11am at the Garda barracks (during summer months we meet on Wednesday evenings from 7pm). Again, many thanks to all.
• Private Home Help available in Ballygar areas and surrounding areas.  Contact 0906624964 after 6pm.
• Newbridge Action Committee 50/50 draw –Congratulations to this week’s winner of the Newbridge Action Committee 50/50 draw Tony Mc Cormack Mountbellew winning €546.  Next week’s draw in The Thatch Bar 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 Maeve & Doireann Gilmore, Ballygar who won €612 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 21st October in The Thatch.

Ballygar Offertory Collection €965.00, Toghergar Offertory Collection €355.00

Newbridge Offertory Collection €1,250.36  Received with thanks

ST MARYS CHURCH

28^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Saturday 14^th October, 7.30pm – Tom Kinsley Anniversary.  Also remember Robert Mockler, Tully whose anniversary occurs around this time.

Sunday 15^th October, 10.30am – Mary & Pake Lohan and deceased members of the Lohan and Kelly families. 

Sunday 15^th October, 2.30pm – Jubilee of Marriages

Monday 16^th October, 9.30am

Tuesday 17^th October, 7.30pm

Thursday 19^th October, 9.30am

Friday 20^th October, 7.30pm

Saturday 21^st October, 7.30pm – Mary & John Kelly Anniversary

Sunday 22^nd October, 10.30am – People of the Parish

ST BRENDANS CHURCH

Sunday 15^th October, 9.30am – Paddy O’Brien and deceased family members

Sunday 22^nd October, 9.30am – Tommy Lee and deceased family members of the Lee and Cormican families

ST PATRICKS CHURCH

Sunday 15^th October, 11.30 am – Paddy and Mary Hynes, Tonacor  

Wednesday 18^th October – No Mass in Newbridge

Friday 20^th October, 8.00pm – Teresa and Jimmy Lyons, Curraghduff, Mary Flynn and deceased members of the Lyons, Collins and Flynn families

Sunday 22^nd October, 11.30am –   Ann Kelly, Gurteen – 21st anniversary,

Tom and Mary Hannigan – anniversaries                                                                                                                    

Please pray for Dympna Galvin, MountMary, who died during the week, may she rest in peace.

• St. Jerome once said, “Ignorance of scripture is ignorance of Christ”.  In order to increase our knowledge of Christ through Scripture, the diocese is organizing a 6-week course on the Gospel of Mark, which is the gospel for the next liturgical year.  It is not an academic course but will only help us understand the gospel at a spiritual level.  The course begins on 25th November at 7:30pm in the courthouse.  Interested participants should contact Fr. Douglas or Mary O’ Malley. Looking forward to engaging with you.
• BNT Youth Club Cloud 9 – Your new youth club is up and running in the Old Town Hall every Friday night.  The 1^st & 2^nd year students time is from 6.30pm to 8pm and from 3^rd year to 5^th year 8.30pm – 10pm with a cover fee of €2.  Looking forward to seeing you.
• Foot Clinic – in Ballygar Pharmacy is Thursday 19th October.  Call Deirdre on 086 361 2578. 
• Building For Childrens Table quiz in Fallon’s bar on Friday 20th October at 8.30pm, Teams of 4 €10 per person.  Proceeds in aid of Building For Childrens upcoming project in Sebeta Blind School,Ethiopia.  Contact David Mulrooney 086 2485891 for any information.
• Farmers – The final ACRES training courses will take place on Friday 20th & Saturday 21st of October. Any farmer currently in ACRES can attend this training. To book your place contact Gary on 087 3916789.
• SafeTALK Training – will take place in Solas Family Resource Centre, Old School Building, Ballygar on Monday 23rd October 7pm-10.30pm.  SafeTALK ‘suicide alertness for everyone’ prepares participants to identify persons with thoughts of suicide and helps to recognise and engage with them before connecting them to suicide first aid resources.  Participants learn how to provide practical help by using the steps of TALK (Tell, Ask, Listen and Keepsafe) and also gain information on the supports and resources available locally, regionally and nationally. These specific skills are called suicide alertness and are taught with the expectation that the persons learning them will use them to help reduce suicide risk in their community. This training is suitable for anyone over the age of 18, open to all in the community and free of charge. It’s not an easy topic but if we take the step to educate ourselves we might be able to make the difference in the lives of our family, friends, relatives. neighbors, teammates, colleagues, students, employees and our community.   Booking is essential as places are limited!
• Ballygar Truckin’ is Celebrating 10 Years and following on from the huge support we received for last year’s event, raising €30,000 for BNT Le Chéile and Friends of Oncology, Ballinasloe, we are delighted that this year’s fun filled event has been extended to 3 Days over the October Bank Holiday Weekend, from Friday 27^th to Sunday 29th October, in Ballygar.We will be hosting a Truck & Tractor Run, Monster Auction, Vintage Display, with Bingo Loco, Declan Nerney, and Paul Kelly all live in the Mattie McDonagh Centre and there will be many more family fun activities happening throughout the weekend. This year, we have chosen to fundraise for: BNT Le Chéile and Roscommon Hospice. It is Ballygar Truckin’s aim to help raise vital funds to help both causes to continue the real and necessary care and support they provide to members of our community. If you require any further information relating to this event and ways to donate, please see our Social Media pages or contact any member of the committee.
• VINTAGE TRACTOR RUN – Mountbellew Vintage Club are organising a Tractor Run (VINTAGE TRACTORS ONLY) on Sunday October 15th. The Tractor Run is to raise funds for a number of people who are currently suffering with Parkinson’s disease. The Tractor Run will start from Ward’s of Ballyfa at 11 am. The route has yet to be finalised. Anyone wishing to donate to this worthy cause can contact Fergal on 087-6725957 or Mike Joe on 086-1016748
• Newbridge Action Committee 50/50 draw – Congratulations to this week’s winner of the Newbridge Action Committee 50/50 draw Eileen Shaughnessy who won 540euro in last week’s For the month of October the 50/50 will be ran by Newbridge – Galway Tidy Towns.  We appreciate the support at Always.  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 Bernie Downey, Woodview, Ballygar who won €573 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 14th October in Hughes.

Parish 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 €615.00,  

Toghergar Offertory Collection €310.00,

Newbridge Offertory Collection €600.00

 Received with thanks

The Parochial House telephone number is 090-6624637,

 email: bntparishnewsetter@gmail.com

ST MARYS CHURCH

26^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Saturday 30^th September, 7.30pm – Josephine Nolan 1^st Anniversary.

Sunday 1^st October, 10.30am – May Maguire O’Sullivan and Dan, son Hugh and all the members of the O’Sullivan and Maguire families.

Monday 2^nd October.9.30am – John Joe Flynn, Mount Mary

Tuesday 3^rd October 7.30pm 

Wednesday 4^th October, 7.30pm – Msgr. Michael Devine 92^nd Birthday Mass

Thursday 5^th October 9.30am

Friday 6^th October 8pm.- Seamie Langan 1^st Anniversary. {Please note change of Time.}

Saturday 7^th October, 12pm – Rosaleen Kenny, Months Mind.

Saturday 7^th October, 7.30pm – Margaret and Michael Hannon

Sunday 8^st October, 10.30am

ST BRENDANS CHURCH

Sunday 1^st October, 9.30am – Mary Margaret and Josie Larkin.

Sunday 8^th October, 9.30am – Bridget and Andrew Killilea and deceased family members

ST PATRICKS CHURCH

Sunday 1^st October, 11am – Mass for the Season of Creation         

Wednesday 4^th October, 8pm

Friday 6^th October, 7pm (Please note time change)

Sunday 8^th October, 11.30am 

Sick and Housebound – Fr. Douglas to visit on Friday 6^th October.  If you or a family member would like Fr. Douglas to visit, please call on 09-6624637.

• Diocese of Elphin Jubilee of Marriages – Inviting all couples celebrating the Anniversary of their marriage, especially those marking their Silver, Ruby, Golden and Diamond Anniversaries.  On Sunday 15th October at 2.30pm in St Mary’s Church, Ballygar there will be Mass followed by light refreshments for all in attendance.  Each couple celebrating an Anniversary will receive a certificate from Bishop Kevin, they are invited to register their details at www.elphindiocese.ie/jubilee2023.  For those who have no access to email, you can register your interest with Fr. Douglas on 090-6624637/089-2522120. 
• October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month – Meditate in Pink is an online Meditation course for National Breast Cancer Research.  Join Meditate in Pink for €25 and get 5 guided 30-minute mediations with Mary Lally, founder of 5 Elements Wellness, every Tuesday at 8pm in October.  100% of all monies raised goes to the National Breast Cancer Research Institute. All you need is Wi-Fi and something pink to wear.  This meditation series is suited for all levels from beginners to those more experienced.  Go to https://breastcancerresearch.ie/events, click on Meditate In Pink to register.
• Active Retirement Meeting -The monthly meeting of Mountbellew and District Active Retirement will be held in the Pastoral Centre Mountbellew on Monday 2nd October at 8pm. All new members welcome
• FREE Introduction to Computers (basic computers + internet skills), Tuesdays 4.00-6.00pm for 7 weeks.  To book your place contact Bernie 085 2521 200 or Rachel 086 075 3098.
• Coláiste Mhuire on RTE1 Mass – Sunday 8th October – Coláiste Mhuire has been invited to participate in the RTE1 mass at 11 a.m. on Sunday, 8^th October. Bishop Kevin Doran will celebrate the mass with contributions from the Coláiste Mhuire Choir and members of the school community.  
• Adult Healthcare Support and Special Needs Assistant Course – Coláiste Mhuire Ballygar currently a Carers Course that includes Special Needs Assisting.  The carers course is QQI Certified Level 5 and the SNA course is Level 6. The course will run from September to May, taking place each day from 9.40am to 1.15pm.  For information or an application form, please contact the school at 090 6624740 or visit www.colaistemhuire.org 
• Ballygar Truckin’ is Celebrating 10 Years and following on from the huge support we received for last year’s event, raising €30,000 for BNT Le Chéile and Friends of Oncology, Ballinasloe, we are delighted that this year’s fun filled event has been extended to 3 Days over the October Bank Holiday Weekend, from Friday 27^th to Sunday 29th October, in Ballygar.We will be hosting a Truck & Tractor Run, Monster Auction, Vintage Display, with Bingo Loco, Declan Nerney, and Paul Kelly all live in the Mattie McDonagh Centre and there will be many more family fun activities happening throughout the weekend. This year, we have chosen to fundraise for: BNT Le Chéile and Roscommon Hospice. It is Ballygar Truckin’s aim to help raise vital funds to help both causes to continue the real and necessary care and support they provide to members of our community.If you require any further information relating to this event and ways to donate, please see our Social Media pages or contact any member of the committee.
• Fit Up Theatre Festival for Newbridge Hall – Resurrecting the tradition of the touring ‘Fit Up’ plays of the 50’s, Three Rings Theatre group are bringing 3 weeks of professional Theatre to rural communities.  Newbridge Hall will host three plays over 3 weeks starting on Wednesday Sept 27th at 8pm with a comedy called ‘The Parish’ with actors Michael Ryan and Sean Kellegher.  Week 2, Wed, Oct 4th sees ‘The Gombeen’ featuring Niamh Mc Grath and week 3 on Wed Oct 11th called ‘Wake’ performed by Irene Kellegher.  Further information and booking at 087 9677732 / 087 2372820. 
• Learn to Play Bridge – Bridge is for all ages, stimulates the brain and is a lifelong pursuit.  Classes can be organised if there is sufficient interest.  Mountbellew members play on Thursday nights in HRC and new members welcome.  Further information from 087-644-8546.
• Next Foot Clinic in Ballygar Pharmacy is 5th October. Call Deirdre 086 361 2578 or 09096 23430.
• Newbridge Action Committee 50/50 draw – Congratulations to Oisin Finnegan on winning €903.  Next week’s draw in the Shiven Inn Newbridge. Guaranteed €1000 to the winner next week.  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 Damien Soul, High St., Ballygar who won €611 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 September in Fallons.

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 €845.00,  Toghergar Offertory Collection €360.00,

Newbridge Offertory Collection €710.00

 Received with thanks

Ballygar masses can be accessed via the internet on churchtvballygar.ie or via the radio on 105.4fm

The Parochial House telephone number is 090-6624637,

 email: bntparishnewsetter@gmail.com

BALLYGAR CHURCH

25^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Saturday 23^rd September, 7.30pm – Martin & Delia Glesson

Sunday 24^th September, 10.30am – Angela Keane and her son Barry.

Monday 25^th September, 9.30am

Tuesday 26^th September, 7.30pm

Thursday 28^th September, 9.30am

Friday 29^th September, 7.30pm

Saturday 30^th September- Marriage

Saturday 30^th September, 7.30pm – Josephine Nolan 1^st Anniversary.

Sunday 1^st October, 10.30am – May Maguire Sullivan and Dan, son Hugh and all the members of the Sullivan and Maguire families.

TOGHERGAR CHURCH

Sunday 24^th September, 9.30am – Padraic Kinsella 2^nd Anniversary.

Sunday 1^st October, 9.30am – Mary Margaret and Josie Larkin.

NEWBRIDGE CHURCH

Sunday, 24^th September, 11.30am –  Séamus Farrell and his mother, Mary, Ballaghlea;

Tommie & Agnes Crehan, Cloonshivna, & deceased members of the Crehan and Finneran families;

Mary Gavin (née Dowd), Tully Village; Cathy Dillon (née Naughton), Galway.

Wednesday 27^th September, 8pm

Thursday 28^th September, 8pm – Martie Healy 1^st Anniversary

Friday 29^th September, 8pm – Tom and Bridget Hynes, Killyan and their daughter Margaret from Birmingham

Sunday 1^st October, 11am – Mass for the Season of Creation           

• Youth Retreat – The next Youth 2000 retreat will take place on Lough Derg on the 29th Sept – 1st Oct (ages 16 – 35).  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! Meals WILL be provided for. Cost: €40 per person. More information about the retreat and link to book and pay youth2000.ie/ulster-regional-retreat2023/
• Diocese of Elphin Jubilee of Marriages – Inviting all couples celebrating the Anniversary of their marriage, especially those marking their Silver, Ruby, Golden and Diamond Anniversaries.  On Sunday 15th October at 2.30pm in St Mary’s Church, Ballygar there will be Mass followed by light refreshments for all in attendance.  Each couple celebrating an Anniversary will receive a certificate from Bishop Kevin, they are invited to register their details at www.elphindiocese.ie/jubilee2023.  For those who have no access to email, you can register your interest with Fr. Douglas on 090-6624637/089-2522120. 
• FREE Introduction to Computers (basic computers + internet skills), Tuesdays 4.00-6.00pm for 7 weeks.  To book your place contact Bernie 085 2521 200 or Rachel 086 075 3098.
• Ballygar Ladies Club will return on Thursday 28th September @ 8pm in the Courthouse.  All ladies welcome.
• Ballygar Hospice Coffee morning takes place in the Courthouse on Friday 29th September from 10am to 2pm. Your support would be greatly appreciated.
• Ballinamore Bridge Heritage Group cordially invite you to the unveiling of the memorial plaque to four local boys who tragically drowned in 1904. The unveiling takes place on the 24th of September at 3.00 PM in the car park. 
• MOUNTBELLEW VINTAGE CLUB SHOW CANCELLED. Unfortunately the Vintage Show has been cancelled for this year. We hope to see you all next year.
• Adult Healthcare Support and Special Needs Assistant Course – Coláiste Mhuire Ballygar currently a Carers Course that includes Special Needs Assisting.  The carers course is QQI Certified Level 5 and the SNA course is Level 6. The course will run from September to May, taking place each day from 9.40am to 1.15pm.  For information or an application form, please contact the school at 090 6624740 or visit www.colaistemhuire.org 
• Ballygar Truckin’ is Celebrating 10 Years and following on from the huge support we received for last year’s event, raising €30,000 for BNT Le Chéile and Friends of Oncology, Ballinasloe, we are delighted that this year’s fun filled event has been extended to 3 Days over the October Bank Holiday Weekend, from Friday 27^th to Sunday 29th October, in Ballygar.We will be hosting a Truck & Tractor Run, Monster Auction, Vintage Display, with Bingo Loco, Declan Nerney, and Paul Kelly all live in the Mattie McDonagh Centre and there will be many more family fun activities happening throughout the weekend. This year, we have chosen to fundraise for: BNT Le Chéile and Roscommon Hospice. It is Ballygar Truckin’s aim to help raise vital funds to help both causes to continue the real and necessary care and support they provide to members of our community.If you require any further information relating to this event and ways to donate, please see our Social Media pages or contact any member of the committee.
• Fit Up Theatre Festival for Newbridge Hall – Resurrecting the tradition of the touring ‘Fit Up’ plays of the 50’s, Three Rings Theatre group are bringing 3 weeks of professional Theatre to rural communities. Newbridge Hall will host three plays over 3 weeks starting on Wednesday Sept 27th at 8pm with a comedy called ‘The Parish’ with actors Michael Ryan and Sean Kellegher. Week 2, Wed, Oct 4th sees ‘The Gombeen’ featuring Niamh Mc Grath and week 3 on Wed Oct 11th called ‘Wake’ performed by Irene Kellegher. Further information and booking at 087 9677732 / 087 2372820. 
• Next Foot Clinic in Ballygar Pharmacy is 5th October. Call Deirdre 086 361 2578 or 09096 23430.
• Newbridge Action Committee 50/50 draw – Congratulations to Ursula Duggan, Mountbellew on winning €868. Next week’s draw in Hughes bar Ballinamore Bridge. 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 10^th Year Anniversary – Congratulations to Eileen Kelly, Newbridge who won €582 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 September in Morans

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 €925.00,

Toghergar Offertory Collection €340.00,

Newbridge Offertory Collection €950.00

 Received with thanks

Ballygar masses can be accessed via the internet on churchtvballygar.ie or via the radio on 105.4fm

The Parochial House telephone number is 090-6624637,

 email: bntparishnewsetter@gmail.com

BALLYGAR CHURCH

24^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Saturday 16^th September, 7.30pm – Mickie Duffy and also remember Michael Hernan, Ballygar.

Sunday 17^th September, 10.30am – Pauline Reilly and her sister Noreen, parents Mary & Michael and David Byrne.

Monday 18^th September, 9.30am

Tuesday 19^th September, 7.30pm

Thursday 21^st September, 9.30am

Friday 22^nd September, 7.30pm

Saturday 23^rd September, 7.30pm – Martin & Delia Glesson

Sunday 24^th September, 10.30am – Angela Keane and her son Barry.

TOGHERGAR CHURCH

Sunday 17^th September, 9.30am – Nancy O’Connor and deceased family members of the O’Connor and Mulryan families.

Sunday 24^th September, 9.30am – Padraic Kinsella, 2^nd Anniversary

NEWBRIDGE CHURCH

Sunday, 17th September, 11.30 a.m. – Frank Tormey, Carrownagappul; Jimmy and Annie Lohan,

Wednesday 20^th September, 8pm

Friday 22^nd September, 8pm. – Dominic Hegarty, Cornaveigh, Creggs and Mary Bridget Duke (née Hegarty), Castlecoote

Sunday, 24^th September, 11.30am –  Séamus Farrell and his mother, Mary, Ballaghlea;

Tommie & Agnes Crehan, Cloonshivna, & deceased members of the Crehan and Finneran families;

Mary Gavin (née Dowd), Tully Village; Cathy Dillon (née Naughton), Galway           

Please remember in your prayers, Sr. Agnes Holmes OP, of Crossmolina, Co. Mayo, sister of the late Gerry Holmes.  May she rest in peace.                                                                                                            

• Youth Retreat – The next Youth 2000 retreat will take place on Lough Derg on the 29th Sept – 1st Oct (ages 16 – 35).  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! Meals WILL be provided for. Cost: €40 per person. More information about the retreat and link to book and pay youth2000.ie/ulster-regional-retreat2023/
• Eucharistic Healing Night taking place I’m Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon on Monday 18 th September @ 6.30 pm.  Holy Rosary, Spiritual Talk, Holy Mass, Eucharistic Healing Cenacle, Healing Prayers and Confession.  Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to experience the Love of Jesus Christ, truly present in the Blessed Sacrament. All are invited.
• MOUNTBELLEW VINTAGE CLUB SHOW takes place on Sunday 24th September.
• Next Foot Clinic in Ballygar Pharmacy is 21st September call Deirdre 086 361 2578 to make an appointment.
• FREE Introduction to Computers (basic computers + internet skills), Tuesday 12th September 4.00-6.00pm for 7 weeks.  To book your place contact Bernie 085 2521 200 or Rachel 086 075 3098

• Culture Night in Ballygar Friday 22nd September.   Culture Night commences at 6pm with a display of local wildlife by Artist Shane Coyle. 8.15pm A representative from Coillte will speak about plans for Aghrane Forest. 9.15pm Shoot the Waters, a local trio of traditional musicians will perform
• Ballygar Ladies Club will return on Thursday 28th September @ 8pm in the Courthouse.  All ladies welcome.
• Ballygar Hospice Coffee morning takes place in the Courthouse on Friday 29th September from 10am to 2pm. Your support would be greatly appreciated.
• Ballinamore Bridge Heritage Group cordially invite you to the unveiling of the memorial plaque to four local boys who tragically drowned in 1904. The unveiling takes place on the 24th of September at 3.00 PM in the car park. 
• Adult Healthcare Support and Special Needs Assistant Course – Coláiste Mhuire Ballygar currently a Carers Course that includes Special Needs Assisting.  The carers course is QQI Certified Level 5 and the SNA course is Level 6. The course will run from September to May, taking place each day from 9.40am to 1.15pm.  Our PLC Open Day is 12th September.  For information or an application form, please contact the school at 090 6624740 or visit www.colaistemhuire.org 
• Ballygar Parent and Toddler –: are delighted to be back meeting after the summer break.  We meet every Tuesday from 11am to 1.00pm in the Old School Building, Market Square, Ballygar F42 YA62.   All parents are welcome.  WEANING WORKSHOP 19th September 2023, 11am to 1.00pm, the group is holding a Weaning Workshop that will take place on Tuesday 19th September @ 11am to 1.00pm.  For further details, contact 087 699 7076.
• GALWAY HOSPICE COFFEE MORNINGS: Thursday 21st September in the Caltra Inn   9am to 1pm and Saturday 23rd September in Hughes bar Ballinamore Br. 10am to 1pm
• Newbridge will celebrate National Culture Night in Newbridge Hall on Friday, Sept 22nd. Talk and slide show at 8.15pm by archaeologist Anne Carey from The National Monuments Service on the History of Killyan Graveyard and an Art Exhibition celebrating local artists runs from 7-10pm. All welcome to this free event and refreshments on the night. Contact 0872141170 for info.
• Newbridge Action Committee 50/50 draw – Congratulations to this week’s winner of the Newbridge Action Committee 50/50 draw Anastasia Kapakozoba c/o Shiven Inn on winning €900. Next week’s draw in Breslins Bar 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 10^th Year Anniversary – Congratulations Sabrina Kelly & Sean Keane, Turla, Ballymoe who won €548 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 September in Martins.

Ballygar Offertory Collection €935.00,

Toghergar Offertory Collection €360.00,

Newbridge Offertory Collection €828.00

 Received with thanks

Ballygar masses can be accessed via the internet on churchtvballygar.ie or via the radio on 105.4fm

The Parochial House telephone number is 090-6624637,

 email: bntparishnewsetter@gmail.com

BALLYGAR CHURCH

23^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Saturday 9^th September, 7.30pm – Niall Walsh Anniversary

Sunday 10^th September, 10.30am – People of the Parish

Monday 11^th September, 9.30am

Tuesday 12^th September, 7.30pm

Thursday 14^th September, 9.30am

Friday 15^th September, 7.30pm – Joe Chamberlain, Mountbellew Anniversary

Friday 15^th September, 7.30pm – Celebration Mass on the occasion of our parish priests, Fr. Doughlas 50^th Birthday

Saturday 16^th September, 7.30pm – Mickie Duffy and also remember Michael Hernan, Ballygar.

Sunday 17^th September, 10.30am – Pauline Reilly and her sister Noreen, parents Mary & Michael and David Byrne.

TOGHERGAR CHURCH

Sunday 10^th September, 9.30am – Katie & Michael Quinn and Katie

Sunday 17^th September, 9.30am – Nancy O’Connor and deceased family members of the O’Connor and Mulryan families.

NEWBRIDGE CHURCH

Sunday 10th September, 11.30am – Tom McDermott, Lissavruggy – 1st anniversary

Wednesday 13th September, 8pm

Friday, 15th September – No Mass

Saturday 16th September, 12pm – Mary Dolan (née Heavey), Ballinacor and Glasnevin, Dublin and Anne Maguire (née Heavey), Ballinacor and Blanchardstown, Dublin.

Sunday 17th September, 11.30am – Frank Tormey, Carrownagappul; Jimmy and Annie Lohan, Mary Teresa Lohan and Joe Hart, Cloonkeen.

Please remember in your prayers Rosaleen Kenny, Cloonlyon, Ballygar, and also Tommy O’Malley (brother of Noel O’Malley), Westport, may they rest in peace.

Congratulations to Colaiste Mhuire on the happy celebration of their 75^th Anniversary.

• Parish Pastoral Committee Members:  

Brian Finneran, Larry Hannon, Mathew Hughes, Tomas Kenny (Ast. Sec)

Anne Kinsella (Sec), Mattie Kinsley (Chairperson), Niall Lohan, Fr Douglas Zaggi,

• Deepening Our Faith With And Through Mary – If you like reading, shared exploration and discussion and have either a relationship with Our Lady, or curiosity concerning her, we invite your participation in one of the following information meetings: IN-PERSON 7.30 – 8.15 pm, Thursday, 7th Sept. 2023 Donamon Castle, Donamon, Co. Roscommon, F42 YE13.
• Silent Retreat – Knock:  Theme: “If you but knew the gift of God…” Preached by Fr. Kilian Byrne, Foyer of Charity at St. Mary’s Accommodation, Knock, Co. Mayo from October 16th to 22nd. €495 full board. To book contact Helen : 086 1678027 or hellywilliams@gmail.com  A privileged time to come away from noise and distractions, and listen to the Spirit of God, – Who is Love.  Silence, prayer, teachings & liturgy of the Church. www.foyerofcharity.ie

• Adult Healthcare Support and Special Needs Assistant Course – Coláiste Mhuire Ballygar currently a Carers Course that includes Special Needs Assisting.  The carers course is QQI Certified Level 5 and the SNA course is Level 6. The course will run from September to May, taking place each day from 9.40am to 1.15pm.  Our PLC Open Day is 12th September.  For information or an application form, please contact the school at 090 6624740 or visit www.colaistemhuire.org 
• Ballygar Parent and Toddler –: are delighted to be back meeting after the summer break.  We meet every Tuesday from 11am to 1.00pm in the Old School Building, Market Square, Ballygar F42 YA62.   All parents are welcome.  WEANING WORKSHOP 19th September 2023 11am to 1.00pm The group is holding a Weaning Workshop that will take place on Tuesday 19th September @ 11am to 1.00pm.  For further details, contact 087 699 7076.
• New 4-week term of kettlebells/pilates classes starting Tuesday 12th Bonnie’s Gym 8:30pm kettlebells/hiit/step combo followed by pilates at 9:15pm, also Wednesday 13th in Athleague community centre pilates @7pm.  Suitable for all ages & abilities. Everyone welcome. Thank you.  Call/text Bonnie 0872238237.
• Irish dancing classes – will resume in Fallon’s lounge on Monday September 4^th at 5.45. Beginners welcome.  Contact Rita 0866084645
• Newbridge Action Committee 50/50 draw – Congratulations to this week’s winner of the Newbridge Action Committee 50/50 draw Daragh McKeogh, Mountbellew on winning €756. Next week’s draw in the Thatch Bar Ballygar. Thanks to everyone for their continued support every week,
• Ballygar Tidy Towns & St. Brendan’s Ladies 50/50 10^th Year Anniversary – Congratulations to Margaret Hughes, Ballinamore Bridge 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 9th September in An Tobar.

Ballygar Offertory Collection €1,040.00, Diocesan Needs €295.00

Toghergar Offertory Collection €335.00, Diocesan Needs €115.00

Newbridge Offertory Collection €950.50, Diocesan Needs €274.50

 Received with thanks