Lanesboro Ballyleague notes
Go raibh Maith Agaibh
The family of the late Mary Frances O’Connor (née Fallon), Artane, Co. Dublin, and formerly of Cullentra, Newtowncashel, wish to express their sincere thanks to all who attended her funeral, telephoned to convey their sympathies, sent sympathy cards, and visited Cullentra to offer their condolences.
The Fallon & O’Connor families deeply appreciate your kindness, support, and prayers.
Go raibh míle maith agaibh go léir.
ESB book on sale
“ESB Lanesborough Station; the people who powered it”, is now on sale in O’Brien’s and it is selling extremely well. The vast array of photographs included in the book is bringing back memories to many people whether they worked in the station or not. The cost of the book is just €20.
St. Mary’s Secondary School Ballyleague
In the time of St. Mary’s Secondary School in Ballyleague there was the “Abbey Chronicle” published for a number of years during the school’s existence. The school was operational from 1958 to 1967. From the partial copy that I have seen I am of the opinion that the following information was from the 1966 edition. I want to thank Gerry Trautt who was given a copy of the details to pass on to me.
The teaching staff of the school that year was Mr Hannon, Mr O’Brien, Mr Murray, Rev. T. Foy and Rev. H. Tonra.
The curriculum in the school covered an amazing total of 17 subjects; Christian Doctrine, Irish, English, Latin, French, Mathematics, History, Geography, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Physiology and Hygiene, Agricultural Science, Woodwork, Drawing, Commerce and Civics. That was truly amazing with such a small number of teaching staff and it showed thee talent of the teaching staff to cove so many subjects.
In 1966 the students produced a pageant to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Easter Rising.
The student roll for that year is as follows: First (Roll) Year – S. Carbury, C. Carroll, B. Carty, K. Dalton, J. Donlon, P. Donnellan, A. Dooner, O. Dooner, D. Gibbons, M. O’Donnell, J. Ryder and P. Skelly.
Second Year – M. Best, P. Carberry, D. Fallon, F. Feeney, H. Greene, J. Harte, R. McCormack, M. McGann, and T. O’Leary.
Third Year – L. Cassidy, B. Connor, J. Farrell, L. Farrell, K. Harney, G. Healy, J. Healy, S. Lindsay, T. Murtagh, F. Regan and M. Sweeney.
Fourth Year – B. Dowd, P. Farrell, M. Fallon, P. Lindsay, G. Regan and T. Sweeney.
Fifth Year – P. Carroll, T. Connolly, G. Flanagan, J. Kilcline, H. O’Donnell, S. Sweeney, L. Rollins, T. Cullen and L. Gibbons.
The following were the results in the first year exhibition of 1965 were Painting – 1st T. O’Leary, 2nd M. McGann and 3rd J. Harte. Drawing – 1st D. Fallon, R. McCormack, P. Carberry, and H. Greene. Handcraft M. Best, Declan Connaughton, F. Feeney and H. Greene.
The following students finished their studies last year – Jude Murphy, Declan Connaughton, P. Dalton, P.J. Delaney and K. Flynn.
Naughton Foundation Award
The Naughton Foundation was established by Martin and Carmel Naughton in 1994. It is a private family foundation and its goal is to support worthwhile causes in the arts and education. In 2008 we decided to create the scholarship programme to increase our support for Leaving Certificate students who would like to study engineering, mathematics, science and technology at third level in Ireland.
Each year 36 students are awarded Naughton Scholarships. The scholarship is intended as a reward and encouragement to exceptional students who are studying in University in the STEM field.
Being one of the 1st boys in Ireland to achieve the Level 6 university-accredited STEM passport in 2025 to winning the SciFest award to winning the Regeneron Award (Technology) at the Stripe Young Scientist Exhibition 2026 and winning the Broadcom Foundation award at the International Science and Engineering Fair in Phoenix, Arizona earlier this year Ronan Lyons was well celebrated for his great achievements. Ronan’s successes and his Leaving Cert results were again recognised when in recent days he was awarded one of the Naughton Foundation awards for 2026. This award by the late Martin, his wife Carmel Naughton and their Foundation will support Ronan to the tune of €6,000 a year for the duration of his 4 year Biomedical Engineering degree course in University College Galway.
Sympathy
We would like to extend our deepest sympathy Olive and Sean Cox, their family, Bogwood, and their extended family on the death of Olive’s father Eugene Smyth, Castlepollard, Co. Westmeath who passed away on Wednesday 7th October.
Exceptional Local Talent Honoured
Stretching to both ends of the life spectrum it was fantastic to see two former local Rathcline parishioners being acknowledged for their incredible talent in the discipline of Art at the inaugural Longford Arts Recognition Awards held recently in the Backstage Theatre. Remarkably, both men have worked with our bog heritage whilst making their massive impact in the world of Art.
Working from his workshop at Barley Harbour Michael Casey became instantly recognisable for his pioneering sculpturing and creations of Bog Oak. Michael’s work has been presented to world leaders and his work can be seen in the homes of the rich and famous all over the world. His creations have captivated many audiences for so many years. Michael is formerly of Main Street, son of the late Michael and Elizabeth and brother of Mary and John, and the late Brendan, Paddy, Betty and Philomena. Michael’s son Kevin is following in an equally impressive way at their studio and workshop at Barley Harbour, Newtowncashel that is well worth visiting.
Luke Casserly, son of Con and Yvonne Casserly, Clonfower, is a very talented young man that is already attracting worldwide audiences for his productions. Amazingly, one of Luke’s early works Distillation in 2023 brought his audience imaginations to the boglands of his native parish and the development of an organic perfume made using botanicals from the Irish bog. He has been recognised internationally through being chosen to participate in the International Berliner Theatertreffen in Germany, winning the Norman Houston Multidisciplinary Award with Solas Nua in Washington DC. Luke is currently Biodiversity Artist in Residence with Dublin City Council. He sees himself as multidisciplinary performance maker weaving together ecological research, autobiography, sound art, and site as a way of carving out space for new possibilities to emerge between live performance and physical landscape.
LCC Open Day
Lanesboro Community with its new Principal and Vice-Principal will host its Open Day on Thursday 22nd October for prospective new students. This is an ideal opportunity for parents and prospective students to go along to the school and witness what is happening class wise and talk to the students and the teachers on the benefit of attending Lanesboro Community College.
Fundraising Gala Night
Roscommon Drama Group (RDG) invites you to an elegant evening of entertainment, beginning with a complimentary glass of wine as you relax & enjoy the music of Cór Comáin. Then Roscommon Drama Group presents “Dead Man’s Bells” directed by Margaret Madden. This dark comedy explores the theme of family secrets. This is an opportunity for you to support RDG as they embark on their journey around the country with this production as part of the Drama Circuit. The evening will take place on this Thursday 15th Oct. in Roscommon Art Centre at 8pm.
Disability Job & Training Fair
A Disability job & Training Fair takes place in Kilbride Community Centre, Four Mile House, on 20th October. It will be an opportunity to meet with employers, training providers and local support groups. For more info call 087 1080192.
Social Dancing in Ballymahon
Bridgeways Family Resource Centre Ballymahon (N39TD54) will host their next Social Dance on Friday next 16th October, with music by Kieran Donohue. There will be a free raffle and refreshments will be served; admission €10.00. Dancing takes place from 9.15pm to 11.45pm. all are welcome.
Morning Bridge
A call to all bridge players that have time for a morning game. The Morning Larks Bridge Club has resumed on Friday’s, in Hannon’s Hotel at 10 am. New members welcome.
The Joker reaches €4,400
The excitement of the St. Faithleach’s Joker fundraiser in continuing to grow as the money for the cut of the Joker on Saturday night next will rise to €4,300. Again, the cut misses the Joker on Saturday night last 3rd October the Joker was not cut from the deck of cards and another €100 will be added to the jackpot for next week. With the cards getting fewer and the jackpot still rising, this is a great time to be taking your chance of winning the growing pool. The Joker will now stand at a rising €4,400 from the remaining 29 cards on Saturday night next 17th October in the St. Faithleach’s clubhouse.
The €100 draw took place and the two winners of last Saturday’s draw winners, 10th October were Mikey Dunne and Frank Curley.
Be in with your chance to have a cut for the Joker by buying tickets online on the ClubSpot portal St. Faithleach’s
A few notes from Roscommon County Library
Coffee morning: this Friday 16th October from 11am – 12.30pm. Join us for a cuppa and a chat in Roscommon County Library. Roscommon Volunteer Centre will also be present on the day with information on volunteering opportunities in your community. All welcome! Social Creative sessions: Thursdays 15th, 22nd and 29th October at 2pm. Music sessions for older adults – no experience needed – booking required. www.roscommoncoco.ie Tel.: 090/ 6637277.
Drop-In Digital Skills Sessions for Adults: on Wednesdays 2 – 4pm. Do you need help with your smartphone, tablet or laptop? Come along to Roscommon County Library where you can get help & advice from a tutor from Galway Roscommon Education and Training Board (GRETB). Bring your own device (phone, tablet, and laptop).
Rathcline 50/50 Draw
The draw for the club 50/50 draw took place on Monday night last 5th October was for a pool that amounted to €663. The winning ticket was in the name of the Oran Kenny, Fermoyle. As usual the winning cheque will be left in O’Brien’s for collection and can be usually collected on Wednesday evenings.
The Rathcline 50/50 draw takes place every Monday night in one of our local bars at 7.30pm. Your continued generous support is keeping the pool at a wonderfully high figure and it is greatly appreciated as it is making a great difference to the winner each week.
€15,000 still remains to be won
The Lanesboro Tidy Towns lottery draw takes place every Tuesday morning in O’Brien’s at 10.30am. For the past number of months the jackpot has hit its upper limit of €15,000 and with nobody having the correct numbers that €15,000 there still there and you have a chance of being the winner of the €15,000. The next draw takes place on Tuesday 13th October for the jackpot of €15,000 and if it is not won on the 6th October. Don’t miss out on your opportunity to get hold of the full €15,000 or share in the money. The numbers drawn in the last draw on Tuesday 6th September were 17, 20, 21 and 24. The winner of the €50 prize was Mary Casey Curreen, Rathcline Rd., and the three winners of the €20 prizes were Eileen Plested, Ballyleague, Martina Irwin, Main St., and Caroline Ginty, Curraghrua. The next draw takes place in O’Brien’s for the current jackpot of €15,000 takes place on Tuesday 13th October and the draw takes every Tuesday morning. The brown envelopes cost €2 each or you can buy 3 envelopes for just €5.
We would like to encourage everyone in the community to join in the playing of this very vital weekly draw. Tickets are on sale throughout the town.
Win a load of Turf
Here is your opportunity to be in with the chance to win a 15 x 7ft trailer load of turf in the Mid-Roscommon Vintage Club’s fundraising draw. Tickets are priced at €5 for one or a book of 3 for €10. The draw will take place in the Central Bar, Strokestown on Friday 27th November. Tickets are on sale in O’Brien’s.
Mná Na Éireann
A spectacular dance show with music song and poetry telling the story of the women who shaped modern Ireland will take place on this Wednesday 14th, Thursday 15th and Friday 16th October at 7.30 p.m. in Ambassador Theatre, O’Connell Street, Dublin. Tickets are available on Ticketmaster.
Retreat
Medjugorje Weekend Retreat led by Fr. Jason Lewis (Medjugorje Chaplain) in St. John’s Day Care Centre, Knock Shrine, from Friday 23rd to Sunday 25th October. Booking is essential, for more info contact Nicola 087 9622800.
Lanesboro ICA
Lotto
Our lotto draw will take place tonight Wednesday 14th for a jackpot of €1,850. Thanks to all who continue to support our lotto and to the guilds for hosting.
October Walk
Our October walk is on Sunday next 18th Oct at Newcastle Woods Ballymahon. We will meet at Mint Coffee Cart on the Edgeworthstown Road at 12 for a nice coffee and head to the woods from there at approx. 12 30pm
Cookery Cup
Our annual cookery cup will take place on Tuesday 20th October in ICA HQ; details of dishes are in the calendar, all dishes to be on the table at 7.15pm please. We will have a talk on cyber security on the night as well so hopefully we will see you all on the night. Each guild is asked to bring a plate of goodies for the cuppa please; we will have the cuppa at 7.30 with the talk starting at 8pm.
Longford weekend in An Grianán
Longford weekend will take place from 14th to 16th May 2027. If you are interested in attending this weekend please contact me with your name and telephone number, room type(are you willing to share) 1st, 2nd and 3rd choice of course. Possible courses (subject to numbers and subject to change) are Brazilian embroidery, Ribbon embroidery, Pottery, Jewellery making, Relax and Recharge. Deposit €70.00. Contact Catherine Gallagher 086 3435747 or cg.ntc.ie@gmail.com
Knit and Stitch Show
This year’s knit and stitch show take place from November 12th to 15th and ICA will run a bus on Saturday the 14th, if you are interested in attending please let Virigina Quigley know by text only please on 086 2036542 as always you book your own entry ticket to the show.
Classes in HQ
Tuesday Pilates with Regina 6pm
Thursday Chairobics with Regina 12.30 to 1.30pm
Friday Craft class 11am to 2pm- open to all
Saturday Crochet class with Virginia 4 to 6pm. Open to both adults and kids .
Guild meeting
Our October Guild meeting next takes place Wednesday 14th in the Hub .Our Guest Speaker on the evening will be Physiotherapist Maria Weaver, who will speak to us about Building our Strength. Maria will begin her talk at 7pm, so please arrive in good time, as the Hub will open to us for 6.30pm. Following the meeting there will be light refreshments served. New and returning members are most welcome.
Annual Dinner Dance
Recognised as the event of the year the PTAA Annual Dinner Dance will take place in the Rustic Inn, Abbeyshrule on Friday 16th October. The music will be provided by the very popular Seamus Farrell. There will be spot prizes galore to be won on the night. The dinner will take place at 7.30pm. Tickets costing just €35 are available in O’Brien’s or from Breda Moran, Carraroe.
Windsong Music
Windsong Music is presently enrolling for the new academic year just starting. Windsong is offering lessons for all ages and levels in piano, singing, violin, cello and harp. They are also offering individual grinds for Junior and Leaving Certificate Music written papers and practical exams. You are invited to reach out to Windsong by phoning 089 4974865 or 087 3649005 or email windsongmusiclessons@gmail.com
October Services for St. John’s and St. Coman’s
Sunday 18th October St Coman’s, Roscommon: Holy Communion Service at 11:30
Sunday 25th October St. John’s, Lanesborough Holy Communion Service at 11.30am.
Advance notice – 18th Oct in Boyle Church of Ireland – Agricultural Chaplaincy Harvest Celebration from 4pm – Panel Discussion with Special Guests – food, music and a warm welcome!
Combo fit class with Regina
The Combo Fit class continues on Thursday’s in St. Marys Hall, Lanesboro. 7.30pm.. The class will incorporate low impact Pilates Movements, using body weight, light hand weights, resistance bands. This will improve posture, balance, bone density, and will enhance joint mobility.
Be strong, steady, and straight.
For further information please contact Regina at 087 2485822.
Notes inclusions
Anybody that wants items included in the local notes is advised that they have their note with me on a Sunday night at the very latest. This is to ensure inclusion in the notes of the following week.
TAI CHI
TAI CHI and CHI KUNG is a well-recognised movement for health and fitness and classes for both disciplines has commenced in Ballyleague Hall on Wednesday evenings from 8 to 9pm. If you want to register or find out further information you are asked to phone 087 9925816
French and German Grinds
Private one-to-one grinds in French and German in preparation for the Leaving Cert are available locally. Individual lessons will be tailored to each student with exam focused preparation and practice. Adult, children and teenagers – all levels welcome and the grinds will cover speaking, grammar, vocabulary, and writing.
Enrolment is now open for the new academic year. There are a limited number of places available with an experienced foreign language teacher. To enrol or to have any other question answered you are asked to phone, WhatsApp or text 089 488 5679.
Citizens Information Service
Our Age Friendly drop-in clinic is available weekly on Tuesdays from 1:30pm-3:30pm. Please note the time change to 2pm-4pm weekly. No appointment is necessary. Should you require further details, please telephone 0818 07 5890.
Roscommon Association London
We received a reminder last week to begin making preparation for the Roscommon Association London, Annual Dinner Dance that will take place on Saturday 24th October in the Clayton Hotel, Chiswick, London. The drinks reception will take place at 6.30pm and the dinner will be served 7.30pm. Further information and books can be made by contacting roscommonassoclondon@gmail.com
Athlone and Midland Samaritans
Athlone Samaritans need additional volunteers to maintain their 24Hr free befriending service. Could you be a Samaritan volunteer? No experience or qualification needed as we will train, mentor and support you. If you think you might be interested please call or text John 087 7176168 or email athlone.branchrecruitment@samaritans.org Samaritans provide 24hr emotional support on Freecall 116123.
Lough Ree Access For All
The Lough Ree Access For All is running accessible and able bodied boat tours 3 times daily during the summer months. The services supplied are a Riverside Café, Sensory Shed, Virtual Reality experience, Powerboat training courses, and Lake Boat hire. You can see the full list of facilities and activities on the website www.loughreeboattrips.com ; email info@accessforallboatrips.com or phone 089 262 5505.
Shine Relatives and Supporters Group
A monthly support group for individuals supporting people living with mental health challenges. The support group occurs on the 2nd Tuesday of the month, 7pm – 8.30pm in REGARI Recovery College, Roscommon Town. Email support@shine.ie or call 086 040 7701.
Shared Reading
A gentle and welcoming shared reading group takes place in the Roscommon library, open to people living with dementia and their carers. Come along to relax, enjoy listening to stories of local history or any topic, and share a cup of tea in a friendly, supportive setting. There is no pressure to read – simply listen and enjoy the company. Every second Wednesday at 11am and continues every Wednesday at Roscommon Town Library Contact: 09066 37277 library@roscommoncoco.ie New members are always very welcome. If you or someone you know might enjoy this relaxed social gathering, please feel free to come along.
Shine Relatives & Supporters Group
A monthly support group for individuals supporting people living with mental health challenges occurs on the 2nd Tuesday of each month, 7pm – 8.30pm in REGARI Recovery College, Athlone Road, Roscommon Town. Email support@shine.ie or call 086 040 7701.
REGARI Recovery College is the single story building on the immediate right past the cemetery on the grounds of the Roscommon Hospital
Short Breaks Scheme
Would you be interested in providing home from home short breaks for children & adults who have an intellectual disability? Corlann West, Homeshare Roscommon is recruiting host carers. Training and support will be provided. Tax exempt/Allowances paid. For further information email www.Homeshareroscommon@corlann.ie or phone Catherine on 090 6628500 / 087 2126607.
N. A Meetings
N.A. physical meetings on Tuesday nights from 8 – 9 p.m. in Room 13 at St. Coman’s Club,
Ballyleague Bingo
Ballyleague Bingo continues in Ballyleague Hall every Thursday night. The first numbers will be called at 8.30pm.
The club is extremely grateful for your on-going tremendous support.
Chit Chat
The local ‘Chit Chat’ group that meets between 10am and 12pm in Adie’s bar every Friday from 10am until 12 noon.
Lanesboro Library
My Open Library
My Open Library gives patrons extended, staff-free access to the library from 8am to 10pm, 365 days a year using their library card. Call into the library to learn how the system works, see a demonstration, and sign up for extended access. Whether you want to use the library to study after hours, pick up a book on the way home from work or get out of the house with your little ones on a rainy day, My Open Library can provide you the access you need!
To keep an eye on upcoming events, you can visit the library or online on longfordlibrary.ie and searching for library events.
All Enquiries: lanesborolibrary@longfordcoco.ie or 0433321291.
Coping Skills Program
“Seeking Safety” is a free coping skills program for women affected by trauma, mental health and/or addiction. Learn new ways to cope safely with your own triggers, impulses and symptoms and gain a more compassionate understanding of yourself and “take back your power from the impacts of trauma, mental health and/or addiction. The program is funded by the HSE and is being delivered in Castlerea and Boyle with a new group starting in Roscommon Town. For more information, please contact Lorraine in complete confidence. 094 96 21690/lcampbell@rwn.ie
ALONE
Would you be willing to provide companionship to an older person locally? ALONE are seeking volunteers in your area. Full training and support provided. If interested, please apply via the ALONE website at www.alone.ie or for further information please contact us on volunteer@alone.ie or call 0818 222 024. If you are over 60 and would like to know more about the services ALONE can offer you, please call 0818 222 024.
Lanesboro Garda Station
Lanesboro Garda Station has just posted a notice telling of its opening times where the station will have a member of the force in attendance for the public. Lanesboro station will be open on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 9am to 11am. The station will be open at those times unless the local Garda is dealing with a situation that requires their attendance.
Co. Longford Citizens Advice Centre
Co. Longford Citizens Information Service has recently been restructured and is currently under new management.
They continue to provide free, impartial, and confidential information, advice, and advocacy services to the public on social services, rights, and entitlements. The range of areas covered by the citizens information centre are extremely wide including social welfare rights and entitlements and other social issues such as employment, health services, housing, education, family matters and consumer rights, all where people need access to information.
The way people access the services changed during Covid and now they currently deal with a large number of queries over the telephone, however, they continue to provide our drop-in times and welcome people to their face-to-face service five mornings a week from the Longford office. The services are provided by experienced trained Information Officers who are there to help you.
The centre is located on level 1 within Longford Shopping Centre and direction can be obtained at the reception desk from Monday to Friday from 9.30am until 5.00pm. The office closes for lunch from 1pm until 2pm.
Gambling Anonymous
Meetings for those with problems with gambling take place in in the Family Centre, Longford (at the back of St. Mel’s Cathedral) on Tuesdays at 8pm.
Support Group
Relatives and friends of anyone who has an alcoholic problem are welcome to attend meetings in the Family Centre at the back of St. Mel’s Cathedral. The meetings take place every Tuesday evenings at 7pm.
ALONE
Support line for older people
ALONE manage a national support line and additional support for older people who have concerns or are still facing difficulties relating to Covid-19. Professional staff is available to answer queries and give advice and reassurance where necessary. The support line is open seven days a week from 8am until 8pm. Text TALK to 50808 to begin.
Local Health Service
The health service is here for us all, from routine to urgent calls. HSELive is here 7 days a week to answer questions. The number to ring is Freephone 1800 700700.
Roscommon University Hospital Injury Unit is available from 8am to 8pm seven days, a week and the contact number is 09066 32212.
Emergency Department deals with serious injuries and life-threatening emergencies if you need urgent medical help. They are open 24 hours a day and can be contacted by phoning 999 or 112.
St. Mary’s Church Lanesboro
Priest contacts: If you have a need to contact any one of the priests you can do so by phoning Fr. Merlyn Kenny 086 0603433 or Fr. Turlough Baxter 087 9972259.
You can also contact parish secretary Maireád Rooney by calling into the presbytery from Tuesday to Thursday, 10.30am to 2.30pm.or she can be contacted on the phone at 3321166.
Sacrament of Reconciliation: Confession time in the Prayer Room takes place on the first Friday of each month from 6.30pm to 7pm.The next opportunity is on Friday 6th November.
OCIA: Order of Christian Initiation for Adults – Do you want to be baptised? Do you want to enter full communion with the Church? The OCIA is a programme of formation in the faith. Classes for over-18 year olds who would like to be baptised, OR who are baptised and would like to make their First Holy Communion or Confirmation, will commence early November. Please contact the Parish Office.
Smart Recovery: Smart recovery is an evidence based addiction recovery group, where participants learn self-empowering techniques to aid their recovery by overcoming addictive behaviour. There is a meeting every Friday evening in Vita House in Roscommon Town from 7pm to 8.30pm. For information contact Conor at 086 1702919 or info@smartrecovery.ie
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland: The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is open six days a week Monday to Friday from 10am to 5pm and Saturday from 10am to 4pm. The society provides an opportunity for all of us to stand together and support people with dementia. Their phone number is 1800 341 341 and their website is www.alzheimer.ie
Kilgefin Parish Notes
Contact: Fr Daniel can be contacted at 089 270 6060
Memorial Mass: The Annual Memorial Mass for all deceased parishioners of Kilgefin parish who died between November ’25 and November ’26 will take place on Sunday 8th November at 11.30am in Ballyleague church. All families and relatives of the deceased have been invited. After Mas there will be light refreshments served in Ballyleague Hall. Everyone is invited to join in the mass and the refreshments.
The Holy Rosary: Every Saturday at 12 noon for the month of October the Holy Rosary will be said at the statue of Our Lady of Fatima in Cloontuskert cemetery. October is the month of the Rosary and everyone is welcome to go along and join in.
Senior Citizens Party: The Kilgefin Parish Senior Citizens Christmas Party is scheduled to take place once again this year. A meeting of the committee and those interested took place on Monday and details of the date and arrangements will be released in the near future.
Newsletter inclusion: Any items you want included in the newsletter you must email the contents to kilgefinparish21@gmail.com on or before the Wednesday of that week.
In-Service Meetings: New and existing Ministers of the Word: Elphin Diocesan In-Service Meetings for New and Existing Ministers of the Word (those who proclaim the readings at Mass) will take place Divine Word Retreat Centre, Donamon Castle, Donamon, F42V250, 7.30 – 9 pm on Thursdays 22nd and 29th October. All are welcome.
Medjugorje Pilgrimage: The Medjugorje Pilgrimage will take place from the 21st – 28th October, from Knock €915 (Single Supplement €170). There is limited availability so early booking is advisable. Spiritual Director for the pilgrimage is: Fr. John Keane. The costs include flights/ accommodation/meals/programme. For information and bookings please contact Christina 0861546099 or Carol 0879581495
Retreat: Medjugorje weekend Retreat led by Fr. Jason Lewis (Medjugorje Chaplain) in St. John’s Day Care Centre, Knock Shrine, from Friday 23rd – Sunday 25th October. Booking is essential, for more info contact Nicola 087 9622800.