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Congratulation to recently married:
Elizabeth O’Connor & Clive O’Neill Nicole Geraghty & Simon Carroll THIS WEEKEND’S MASSES
Ss. Peter & Pauls Sat 28thAug.
6.30pm : Jack & Catherine Campbell : Joseph Morgan Richard Moore : Patrick & Annie Orange : Leonard Smith
Sun 29th Aug:9.30am:
10.45am: Martin Mullen (1st Ann) Eileen Corcoran (Months Mind) Jane May : Gerard Hogan
12pm : Kevin Boyle (1st Ann) Nancy Clancy (Nee Pollis, Recently deceased) Kathleen Higgins : Anne Vickers Paddy Guildea & deceased members of the Russell family
Balscadden 9am: Jimmy, John & Mary Purfield Peter Cluskey : Richard Moore Weekday Masses 30th Aug to 4th Sept. 10am
Mon. 30th Kathleen Higgins Tues. 31st Bill O’Sullivan & Deceased family members Pat & Annie Timmons Wed. 1st Special Intention 8pm Hour of Prayer—Service of Healing Thurs 2nd Fri 3rd Altar List of the Dead Sat 4th
NEXT WEEKEND’S MASSES Ss. Peter & Pauls Sat 4th Sept.
6.30pm : Matthew & Julia Callaghan Jimmy, James & Mary Purfield
Sun 5th Sept.
9.30am:
10.45am:
12pm : Charlie Regazzoli (Months Mind) William Richardson (1st Ann) Rosaleen Guildea & deceased members of the Guildea & Kevitt families : Thomas, Evelyn & James Kerrigan
Balscadden 9am: Sean Kiernan : Kevin White
RECENTLY DECEASED: Our sympathies to the Family of the late : Henry Barnett, Derham Park
HOLY HOUR—SERVICE OF HEALING WED SEPT. 1ST
Our next hour of Prayer with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament will be held at 8pm on Wed. It will include a service of healing during which the sacrament of the sick will be administered. Music will be provided by the Balscadden Church Choir. All are welcome
PLANNED GIVING The planned giving this week amounted to €1,708 Our sincere thanks for your continued support.
MINISTERS OF THE EUCHARIST New rosters are available for collection in the Sacristy after Mass.
MINISTERS OF THE WORD Rosters for September are available for collection in the Sacristy after Mass.
PAKISTAN APPEAL The Pakistan collection last weekend amounted to €11,569. Many thanks for your extraordinary generosity in these challenging financial times for everybody. Well done! LOURDES—PILGRIMS Welcome home to the cold! The Group have brought back a candle for Our Lady’s altar as a reminder of all those prayed for especially the sick at Lourdes. The candle will be lit on Our Lady’s feast days for the coming year.
PATHWAYS—EXPLORING FAITH & MINISTRY If you are willing to listen to the experience of others, have a desire to explore your faith and an interest in new ideas, then Pathways might be the course for you. It is on one night per week, it’s a two year programme with no exams for adults of all ages. For further info. tel 01 8373745 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Ss. PETER & PAUL’S CHOIR PRACTICE Choir practice resumes on Wednesday September 1st at 7pm in the Parochial House. New members are welcome.
ST PATRICKS BRASS & REED BAND New members of all aged 7 to adult with or without musical experience are welcome to join our band. Instruments and tuition provided for €1.50 per week. Come along on Wednesday nights starting on Wed. Sept 1st, to St. Georges Hall, Hampton Place from 7-8pm. Instruments include baritone, brass, clarinet, cornet, drums euphonium, flugal horn, flute, piccolo, tenor horn, trumpets, trombone and saxophone. For further info. tel. Fiona 0866065586.
BACK TO SCHOOL BREAKFAST—BALROTHERY Balrothery parents will host a Back-to-School breakfast in the Balrothery Inn from 9.30am. Drop off the kids on the first day back & take the opportunity to have a coffee, a chat & meet with other parents. All are welcome.
SENIOR CITIZENS—NO SOCIAL SUNDAY There will be no social Sunday during August..
ARTHRITIS IRELAND—TURN YOUR LIFE AROUND A self management of Arthritis programme could turn your life around. This course which is in Swords at the Emmaus Retreat Centre commences on Thurs. Oct. 7th to Thurs 11th Nov. It is from 7-9.30pm. The course is delivered by people who have arthritis along with health professionals working with people with arthritis. For further information contact Svetlana on 01 6470206 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
KNOCK MARRIAGE INTRODUCTION BUREAU The aim of Bureau is to introduce people considering marriage to a suitable marriage partner. If this is for you tel. 0949375960 or visit our website at www.knockmarriage.com
WELCOME BACK TO SCHOOLS IN THE PARISH A hearty welcome back to teachers and students and we hope you all had an enjoyable summer. We wish you a Blessed year ahead.
BALBRIGGAN & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCETY — HERITAGE WEEK 2010! Sun 29th Aug: The Great Balbriggan Historical Walkabout! Meet at Balbriggan Library at 3pm for a short tour of the town and some of its historical elements. Tues 31st Aug: Historical Talk—Baldungan Castle by Emily Kane at the Bracken Court Hotel, Ardgillan Suite at 8.30pm. All are welcome.
EMMAUS For information on forthcoming workshops and programmes at the Emmaus Retreat Centre tel. 01 8700050 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
AFRICAN MASS The next African Mass will be on Sunday Sept. 5th Sept. at 10.30am in Balscadden Church.
MILL HILL BADMINTON CLUB The new season starts in Skerries Community Centre with two open nights on Tuesday Aug. 31st & Tues. 7th Sept at 8pm. New members welcome. Further info. Tel. 087520506 or 0863633832
BALBRIGGAN HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY The Annual Flower Show will be held in the Community College Gym on Sunday September 5th from 2.30-5.30pm. It will include a raffle and flower auction.
GILLIAN’S PRE-SCHOOL Free Pre-School place. One free place available at Gillian’s Pre-School at Balbriggan F.C. Bath Rd. starting on September 1st. For futher information tel. 086 3674737
PADRE PIO ANNUAL TRIP TO KNOCK This years trip to Knock is on September 19th. The bus will leave from outside the Bank of Ireland at 7.30am. Some seats are still available. Contact Teresa on 01-8417414.
O’DWYERS GAA MONSTER OUTDOOR BINGO The monster bingo is on Sept.12th at 3.30pm September 12th €4,000 in prizes. Music & Set Dancing classes recommencing Mon. Sept 6th. Juvenile set dancing 7.30-8.15pm followed byAdult set dancing until 10pm. Tin whistle and fiddle classes dates to be finalised. For further info. Tel. Freda on 086 3249476.
GRANDPARENTS PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK The national Grandparents pilgrimage to Knock will take place on Sunday September 12th. Transport by Barton Transport tel. 01 6286338. JOHN ANGOTTI—MUSIC MISSION SEPTEMBER 19TH Vicar Street is the venue for this concert with 2nd Chance Music Ministry supported by Cabinteely Gospel Group. If there are two young parishioners who would like to attend this event, there are two tickets available from the Parish office for free.
PARISH OF BALBRIGGAN—Weekly Parish Bulletin — Sat/Sun August 21st/22nd 2010
Congratulations to Recently Baptised :
Callum Gabháin Neary : Sophia Smelcerz Kindelan Sophie Rose Johanna Patterson Ultan Jack Sheridan : Aodhán Darragh Stuart Robyn Mary Claxton
Congratulation to recently married:
Jennifer Baker & John Paul Ryan
THIS WEEKEND’S MASSES Ss. Peter & Pauls
Sat 21st Aug.
6.30pm : John Moore : Terry Richardson Robert Waugh Sun 22nd Aug:
9.30am: Sean Guildea : Gary Tolan Nicholas, Mary, Tom, Jim & Billy & Mick Carey
10.45am: Aidan Brennan
12pm : Gordan Lowry : Joy Hegarty Junie Carolan & Deceased members of the Carvin Family James, Ann & Martin Kiernan
Balscadden 9am
Weekday Masses 23rd—28th Aug 10am
Mon. 23rd Tues. 24th Margaret Rice (Nee Heeney) Wed. 25th Dora White Thurs 26th Eileen Finn Fri 27th Annie White : Francis Weldon : Jane Kenny Sat 28th
NEXT WEEKEND’S MASSES Ss. Peter & Pauls Sat 28thAug.
6.30pm : Jack & Catherine Campbell : Joseph Morgan Richard Moore : Patrick & Annie Orange
Sun 22nd Aug:
9.30am:
10.45am: Martin Mullen (1st Ann) Jane May : Gerard Hogan
12pm : Kevin Boyle (1st Ann) Nancy Clancy (Nee Pollis, Recently deceased) Kathleen Higgins : Anne Vickers Paddy Guildea & deceased members of the Russell family
Balscadden 9am: Jimmy, John & Mary Purfield Peter Cluskey : Richard Moore
PLANNED GIVING The planned giving this week amounted to €1,876 Our sincere thanks for your continued support.
MINISTERS OF THE EUCHARIST New rosters are available for collection in the Sacristy after Mass.
BLESSING OF THE GRAVES Our celebration of the Blessing of the Graves in Balscadden on Sunday last was Blessed with beautiful weather and a large attendance. As this was the last of our cemetery celebrations for this year, we take the opportunity to offer our sincere thanks to the organisers and participants of all three Parish celebrations. We pray the efforts of everyone brought comfort to all, especially those who are still struggling with the death of a loved one. The Cemetery Sunday collection in Balscadden realised €665, many thanks.
LOURDES PILGRIMAGE A group from Balbriggan are currently in Lourdes. We wish them well as they remember all of us, especially the sick, at Our Lady’s Shrine, let us also remember them in our prayers.
LEAVING CERTIFICATE EXAM RESULTS Having received their Leaving Cert. results, our young parishioners are now awaiting The CAO announcement on Monday next. We continue to offer them all our best wishes and our prayerful support.
BETHANY GROUP As announced earlier, we are fortunate to have a newly trained Bethany Group in our Parish. This group of volunteers are trained to listen to and support those who are bereaved. We will have a ceremony to install the Bethany Group Members in the Parish on Saturday August 28th at 6.30pm Mass.
NEW LEADER As Sister Cora Grimes steps aside as leader of the Loreto Community in Balbriggan we wish her well, and our sincere thanks goes to her for all the work she has done in our Parish community. We also warmly welcome Sister Maureen Thornton a new member and leader of the Loreto community in Balbriggan.
NEW FACES We welcome our New Readers and Altar Servers who have come forward to participate in our weekend Masses. We again extend an invitation to all who wish to participate as Readers, Ministers of the Eucharist, Singers, Musicians etc., to leave your details at the Parish office.
JOHN ANGOTTI—MUSIC MISSION SEPTEMBER 19TH Vicar Street is the venue for this concert with 2nd Chance Music Ministry supported by Cabinteely Gospel Group. If there are two young parishioners who would like to attend this event, there are two tickets available from the Parish office for free.
ROAD CLOSURES IN BALBRIGGAN From Monday August 9th to Sunday September 5th part of Dublin St. and Bridge St. will be closed to facilitate the resurfacing of the roads. It will also be necessary to close the main street from Market Green to Convent Lane. Also streets leading on to these areas may be closed for short periods during these works. Diversions will be in place and full road closure will be implemented only when absolutely necessary.
SENIOR CITIZENS DINNER DANCE The Summer Dinner Dance will be on this Sunday August 22nd at 5pm in the Bracken Court Hotel. .
SAMARITANS Anxious, Lonely or Depressed? If you need to talk to someone in complete confidence tel. 1850609090. PIONEER GROUP MEETING The Pioneer group will meet on Thursday August 26th at 8pm in the Parish House.
EXHIBITION OF PAINTINGS There will be an exhibition of paintings by Irene Delaney in Ardgillan Castle Tea-rooms from Aug 11th to 31st. Admission is free of charge.
IRISH WHEELCHAIR ASSOCIATION Sincere thanks to all parishioners, comes from the association for the €834 collected at a recent Church gate collection.
GILLIAN’S PRE-SCHOOL Free Pre-School place. One free place available at Gillian’s Pre-School at Balbriggan F.C. Bath Rd. starting on September 1st. For futher information tel. 086 3674737
NATIONAL MEDJUGORIE GATHERING DAY For reparation and atonement for Ireland. Sunday October 10th from 10am till 6pm at Emmanuel House of Providence Clonfert. Together with many priests Fr. Danko, Pastor of Medjugorje will have Prayer, Testimonies as well as Medjugorje Holy Hour with music, Holy Mass & Healing service
O’DWYERS GAA MONSTER OUTDOOR BINGO The monster bingo has been moved from Aug. 22nd to Sept.12th due to Dublin being in the All-Ireland semi-final. It will be held at 3.30pm September 12th €4,000 in prizes.
MUSICAL DIRECTOR—ST. PAUL’S, AYRFIELD Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the position of Musical Director in the above Parish. The ideal candidate should have the relevant qualifications and necessary experience in teaching music/singing and should possess strong interpersonal skills. The main role of the candidate will be to lead and direct a Gospel Choir and to recruit, encourage and motivate members. Applications in writing not later than Friday August 20th to Fr. Tom Colreavy P.P 28 Glentworth Park., Ard-Na-Gréine, Ayrfield, Dublin 13.
PADRE PIO ANNUAL TRIP TO KNOCK This years trip to Knock is on September 19th. The bus will leave from outside the Bank of Ireland at 7.30am. Some seats are still available. Contact Teresa on 01-8417414.
GRANDPARENTS PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK The national Grandparents pilgrimage to Knock will take place on Sunday September 12th. Transport by Barton Transport tel. 01 6286338.
B.E.—BEGINNING EXPERIENCE B.E. is a support group for those coping with the pain of loss of their life partner, through Death, Separation or Divorce. Few people are able to cope alone with the pain of loss. Do you find you need more support than family and friends can provide? The team themselves have dealt with one of these situations and will share their experiences with you. The next coping programme will commence on Wednesday 8th September at 7.30pm in White Friars Community Centre, Aungier St., Dublin 2. Further info. Tel. 087 2742451
PILGRIMAGE TO SAN GIOVANNI ROTONDO OCT 19TH 4 day pilgrimage lead by Kay Thornton. Cost €629pp incl tax & insurance. For further details contact Joe Walsh Tours 01-2410816. in complete confidence tel. 1850609090.
________________________________________________________________________________ PARISH OF BALBRIGGAN—Weekly Parish Bulletin — Sat/Sun August 14th/15th 2010
THE DATES FOR CEMETERY SUNDAY ARE:
BALSCADDEN - Sun Aug 15th, Prayers & Blessing at 4pm. Congratulations to Recently Baptised Daisy Sheila Casey : Lana Monica Cullen Leah Grace O’Reilly Gorman : Nadia Magdalena Greene Liam Kevin Hammond : Emily Rose Byrne
Congratulation to recently married: Geraldine Weldon & Ciaran Cleary Anne Marie Carpenter & Larry Fay
THIS WEEKEND’S MASSES Ss. Peter & Pauls
Sat 14th Aug.
6.30pm : Tony Delahan : Thomas Gorman Michael Gilligan : Deceased members of the Mc Donnell Family
Sun 15th Aug:
9.30am: John Cullen (Months Mind) : May Tolan : Josie Brennan : Jim Comerford John & Sarah Mooney & Deceased Family John Purfield Deceased members of the Glesson, White & Byrne Families
10.45am: Una Lawless : Margaret & Patrick Pyne Gerald L. McGowan : Michael Mc Govern
12pm : Christine Downes : Shamie Richardson James & Joan Carroll : Rhoda & Maurice Hughes
Balscadden 9am Thomas, Annie & Patrick Roy : Edward & Agnes Whelan Nan & Martin Mooney
Weekday Masses 16th—21st Aug 10am
Mon. 16th Tues. 17th Wed. 18th Thurs 19th Michael Dunne “ 7.30pm Padre Pio Prayer Group—Mass Fri 20th Sat 21st NEXT WEEKEND’S MASSES Ss. Peter & Pauls Sat 21st Aug.
6.30pm : John Moore : Terry Richardson Robert Waugh Sun 22nd Aug:
9.30am: Sean Guildea : Gary Tolan Nicholas, Mary, Tom, Jim & Billy & Mick Carey
10.45am: Aidan Brennan
12pm Gordan Lowry Junie Carolan & Deceased members of the Carvin Family
PLANNED GIVING The planned giving this week amounted to €2,164. Our sincere thanks for your continued support.
LOURDES PILGRIMAGE A group from Balbriggan will travel to Lourdes in the coming week. As they remember all of us, especially the sick, at Our Lady’s Shrine, let us also remember them in our prayers.
BLESSING OF THE GRAVES—BALSCADDEN The last of our Parish Blessing of the graves ceremonies takes place this Sunday afternoon (Aug-15th) at 4pm. All welcome.
STUDENTS AWAITING EXAM RESULTS Our prayers and good wish are with the students currently awaiting exam results.
NEW FACES We welcome our New Readers and Altar Servers who have come forward to participate in our weekend Masses. We again extend an invitation to all who wish to participate as Readers, Ministers of the Eucharist, Singers, Musicians etc., to leave your details at the Parish office.
BALBRIGGAN RUGBY CLUB—FREE FAMILY FUN DAY Fun day at the Rugby Club on Inch Road, Balrothery on Sunday 15th from 1pm to 6pm. All are welcome.
JOHN ANGOTTI—MUSIC MISSION SEPTEMBER 19TH Vicar Street is the venue for this concert with 2nd Chance Music Ministry supported by Cabinteely Gospel Group. If there are two young parishioners who would like to attend this event, there are two tickets available from the Parish office for free.
SUN GLASSES FOUND IN THE CAR PARK A pair of Sun Glasses were found last weekend by a parishioner in the car park opposite the Church. If you have lost a pair please contact the Parish office
ROAD CLOSURES IN BALBRIGGAN From Monday August 9th to Sunday September 5th part of Dublin St. and Bridge St. will be closed to facilitate the resurfacing of the roads. It will also be necessary to close the main street from Market Green to Convent Lane. Also streets leading on to these areas may be closed for short periods during these works. Diversions will be in place and full road closure will be implemented only when absolutely necessary.
SENIOR CITIZENS DINNER DANCE The Summer Dinner Dance will be on August 22nd at 5pm in the Bracken Court Hotel. All Senior Citizens welcome 66 years+ Cost is €15 per person. Please book now, all money should be in by August 12th. Tel. 01-8412745 or 0863234590.
EXHIBITION OF PAINTINGS There will be an exhibition of paintings by Irene Delaney in Ardgillan Castle Tea-rooms from Aug 11th to 31st. Admission is free of charge.
NATIONAL PUBLIC NOVENA IN HONOUR OF OUR LADY OF KNOCK AT KNOCK 14th-22nd AUG The theme of this Novena is “The Path of Repentance, Healing and Renewal”. It will be on twice daily, in the afternoons at 3pm and at 8.30pm in the evening with a variety of speakers each day.
PADRE PIO PRAYER GROUP- MASS This months Mass will be on Thursday 19th August at 7.30pm. Fr. Duggan will be present at this Mass.
MUSICAL DIRECTOR—ST. PAUL’S, AYRFIELD Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the position of Musical Director in the above Parish. The ideal candidate should have the relevant qualifications and necessary experience in teaching music/singing and should possess strong interpersonal skills. The main role of the candidate will be to lead and direct a Gospel Choir and to recruit, encourage and motivate members. Applications in writing not later than Friday August 20th to Fr. Tom Colreavy P.P 28 Glentworth Park., Ard-Na-Gréine, Ayrfield, Dublin 13.
PADRE PIO ANNUAL TRIP TO KNOCK This years trip to Knock is on September 19th. The bus will leave from outside the Bank of Ireland at 7.30am. Some seats are still available. Contact Teresa on 01-8417414.
GRANDPARENTS PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK The national Grandparents pilgrimage to Knock will take place on Sunday September 12th. Transport by Barton Transport tel. 01 6286338.
B.E.—BEGINNING EXPERIENCE B.E. is a support group for those coping with the pain of loss of their life partner, through Death, Separation or Divorce. Few people are able to cope alone with the pain of loss. Do you find you need more support than family and friends can provide? The team themselves have dealt with one of these situations and will share their experiences with you. The next coping programme will commence on Wednesday 8th September at 7.30pm in White Friars Community Centre, Aungier St., Dublin 2. Further info. Tel. 087 2742451
BALBRIGGAN FC FAI Summer School will commence on Aug 16th to 20th for Boys and Girls 6 to 14 years, at the Clubhouse on Bath Rd. Book online at www.fai.ie or tel. 1890653653 The club also run a Soccer Nursery every Sunday at 11am in Tara Court Green (opposite the Graveyard) for Girls and Boys 4 to 7 year old. The club will field 26 teams this year. Tel 086 3334434.
MAN-O-WAR GFC SUMMER CAMP MON 16TH AUG. Summer camp for children aged 5-13 years. Tel. Irene 087 634131
FREE GAMBLING COUNSELLING SERVICE A free counselling service for problem gambling is now available within your area. The service will provide counselling and emotional support for those affected either directly or indirectly by problem gambling. Free phone helpline:- 1800936725.
SAMARITANS Anxious, Lonely or Depressed? If you need to talk to someone in complete confidence tel. 1850609090.
________________________________________________________________________ PARISH OF BALBRIGGAN—Weekly Parish Bulletin — Sat/Sun August 7/8th 2010 THE DATES FOR CEMETERY SUNDAY ARE: BALSCADDEN - Sun Aug 15th, Prayers & Blessing at 4pm.
Sophie Christina Lynham : Eabha Mary Levins Ryley Nevaeh Fearnon : Nicholas Paul Reddy- Dowdall Eoghan Hugh Maguire : Kodilinyechukwu Niall Nmoh Kosisochukwu Nolan Nmoh
John Melia & Marguerite Bertram
THIS WEEKEND’S MASSES Ss. Peter & Pauls
Sat 7th Aug.
6.30pm : George O’Reilly (Months Mind) Nellie Hamilton (Months Mind) Kathleen Richardson Nee Ashe (Months Mind) John & Margaret Fagan : Simon Leonard Patrick Walsh Thomas Richardson : Melissa Corcoran Sun 8th Aug 9.30am: Paurick & Mary Kelly : Eamon Lostly
10.45am: Elizabeth & Patrick Callaghan : Pat Browne
12pm : Bernard Kenny : Mary, Peter & Kathleen McMahon Jackie, Patrick, Lily, Brendan & Dessie Marry : Bridget Pollis
Balscadden 9am: Andy McGrane Joseph, Mary, Gerard & Patricia Larkin & Deceased Family
Weekday Masses 9th—14th Aug 10am Mon. 9th Tues. 10th Joy, John, Bridget, Paddy & Johnny Weldon Wed. 11th Ann Smith Guildea Thurs 12th Peggy Cannon Fri 13th Sat 14th Patrick McBride ; Ann Ludden
NEXT WEEKEND’S MASSES Ss. Peter & Pauls Sat 14th Aug.
6.30pm : Tony Delahan : Thomas Gorman : Michael Gilligan Deceased members of the Mc Donnell Family Sun 15th Aug: 9.30am: John Cullen (Months Mind) : Deceased members of the Glesson, White & Byrne Families May Tolan : Josie Brennan : Jim Comerford John & Sarah Mooney & Deceased Family
10.45am: Una Lawless : Margaret & Patrick Pyne
12pm : Christine Downes : Shamie Richardson James & Joan Carroll
Balscadden 9am
RECENTLY DECEASED: Our sympathies to the Families of the late : Charles Regazzoli, Brecan Close Bridget (Bridie) McManus, Clonard Court – Formerly of Kilmore, Coolock.
PLANNED GIVING The planned giving this week amounted to €2,114. Our sincere thanks for your continued support.
CEMETERY SUNDAY IN Ss. PETER & PAUL The offering at the Mass at the Cemetery on July 25th amounted to €1,105 many thanks.
JOHN ANGOTTI—MUSIC MISSION SEPTEMBER 19TH Vicar Street is the venue for this concert with 2nd Chance Music Ministry supported by Cabinteely Gospel Group. If there are two young parishioners who would like to attend this event, there are two tickets available from the Parish office for free.
40TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY Congratulations & continued happiness to Dessie & Betty Flynn who celebrated their 40th Wedding Anniversary last week.
50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY Our very best wishes go to Gussie and Frances Downes who celebrate their 50th Wedding Anniversary which on August 20th 2010.
ROAD CLOSURES IN BALBRIGGAN From Monday August 9th to Sunday September 5th part of Dublin St. and Bridge St. will be closed to facilitate the resurfacing of the roads. It will also be necessary to close the main street from Market Green to Convent Lane. Also streets leading on to these areas may be closed for short periods during these works. Diversions will be in place and full road closure will be implemented only when absolutely necessary.
IRISH BLOOD TRANSFUSION SERVICE The Blood Transfusion service will be in the Combined Clubs, Dublin St. on Monday & Tuesday 9th/10th August from 5pm to 8.30pm. Come along and help if you can.
SENIOR CITIZENS DINNER DANCE The Summer Dinner Dance will be on August 22nd at 5pm in the Bracken Court Hotel. All Senior Citizens welcome 66 years+ Cost is €15 per person. Please book now, all money should be in by August 12th. Tel. 01-8412745 or 0863234590.
NATIONAL PUBLIC NOVENA IN HONOUR OF OUR LADY OF KNOCK AT KNOCK 14th-22nd AUG The theme of this Novena is “The Path of Repentance, Healing and Renewal”. It will be on twice daily, in the afternoons at 3pm and at 8.30pm in the evening with a variety of speakers each day.
SAMARITANS Anxious, Lonely or Depressed? If you need to talk to someone in complete confidence tel. 1850609090.
CLONMACNOIS YOUTH FESTIVAL 12-15TH AUGUST This dynamic weekend programme for 16-35 year olds includes music, drama, prayer, talks, workshops, reconciliation and healing service games and chill time. It is a donation only weekend and all you need to bring is a sleeping bag. Why not take time out to discover more about your faith in an atmosphere of fun and friendship
O’DWYERS GAA Summer Camps will take place in August. VHI Cúl Camp 3—Multi-Sport Camp (5-14yrsold) 10am to 2.30pm. Aug 9th to 13th. Camps cost €45 for Juvenile Member and €50 for Non-Member. Family discount available. €10 booking deposit required to secure. CHURCH GATE COLLECTIONS Some Parishioners have raised the subject of Church gate collections and the frequency of same. Church gate collections are a matter for An Garda Siochána. We do request a copy of the Garda Permit to give us notice. While we accept that all collections are legitimate, we do share Parishioners concerns with the frequency of such appeals and the proximity of the collectors to the Church gates. We again repeat the notice: All Church gate collections require a Garda permit—A copy should be presented asap. to the Parish office. Only St. Vincent DePaul can collect inside Church Gates No group can affix posters to Church Property. Finally, we would appeal to all collectors to respect the right of free passage to all entering and leaving the Church.
PADRE PIO ANNUAL TRIP TO KNOCK This years trip to Knock is on September 19th. The bus will leave from outside the Bank of Ireland at 7.30am. Some seats are still available. Contact Teresa on 01-8417414.
GRANDPARENTS PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK The national Grandparents pilgrimage to Knock will take place on Sunday September 12th. Transport by Barton Transport tel. 01 6286338.
B.E.—BEGINNING EXPERIENCE B.E. is a support group for those coping with the pain of loss of their life partner, through Death, Separation or Divorce. Few people are able to cope alone with the pain of loss. Do you find you need more support than family and friends can provide? The team themselves have dealt with one of these situations and will share their experiences with you. The next coping programme will commence on Wednesday 8th September at 7.30pm in White Friars Community Centre, Aungier St., Dublin 2. Further info. Tel. 087 2742451
LOUGH DERG YOUTH PILGRIMAGE Join in the spiritual and endurance challenge set by Lough Derg. For bookings tel. 071 9861518 071 9861518 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or log on to www.loughderg.org
BALBRIGGAN FC FAI Summer School will commence on Aug 16th to 20th for Boys and Girls 6 to 14 years, at the Clubhouse on Bath Rd. Book online at www.fai.ie or tel. 1890653653. The club also run a Soccer Nursery every Sunday at 11am in Tara Court Green (opposite the Graveyard) for Girls and Boys 4 to 7 year old. The club will field 26 teams this year. Tel 086 3334434 086 3334434 .
MAN-O-WAR GFC SUMMER CAMP MON 16TH AUG. Summer camp for children aged 5-13 years. Tel. Irene 087 634131
FREE GAMBLING COUNSELLING SERVICE A free counselling service for problem gambling is now available within your area. The service will provide counselling and emotional support for those affected either directly or indirectly by problem gambling. Free phone helpline:- 1800936725.
_________________________________________________________________________________ THE DATES FOR CEMETERY SUNDAY ARE:
BALSCADDEN - Sun Aug 15th, Prayers & Blessing at 4pm. Congratulations to Recently Baptised Lucia Michelle Egan Killoran : Rhys Aaron Dunne Sarah Margaret O`Connor Kayden Edmund Christopher Anderson Gráinne Medhbh Carroll : Casey Jane McKenna- Pesce
Congratulation to recently married:
Carla McKenna & Robert Williams Claire Harrison & John Mackle
THIS WEEKEND’S MASSES Ss. Peter & Pauls
Sat 31st. July 6.30pm :Thomas Gorman & Sheila Gorman Koch Deceased members of the Dunne & Russell Families Lily & Jack Markey Teddy Carroll Owen & Margaret Costello Sun 1st Aug 9.30am: 10.45am: Martin Corcoran
12pm : Jim Wherity Deceased members of the Carrigy Family
Balscadden 9am:
Weekday Masses 2nd—6th Aug 10am Mon. 2nd- Tues. 3rd- John, Ellen, Thomas & Richard Dennis Emily Jane Cross : James & Mary Ann Tuite Wed. 4th- 8pm “Hour of Prayer” Thurs 5th Fri 6th Altar List of the Dead Sat 7th- Joe Rooney
NEXT WEEKEND’S MASSES Ss. Peter & Pauls Sat 7th Aug.
6.30pm : Nellie Hamilton (Months Mind) Kathleen Richardson Nee Ashe (Months Mind) John & Margaret Fagan : Simon Leonard : Patrick Walsh Thomas Richardson : Melissa Corcoran Sun 8th Aug 9.30am: Paurick & Mary Kelly : Eamon Lostly
10.45am: Elizabeth & Patrick Callaghan : Pat Browne
12pm : Bernard Kenny : Mary, Peter & Kathleen McMahon Jackie, Patrick, Lily, Brendan & Dessie Marry
Balscadden 9am: Andy McGrane Joseph, Mary, Gerard & Patricia Larkin & Deceased Family
RECENTLY DECEASED: Our sympathies to the Loreto Sisters on the death of Sr. Canice O’Keeffe Our sympathies to the Families of the late : Eileen Corcoran, Clonard St. Joe Hand, Late of Birmingham & Fulham Tce.
PLANNED GIVING The planned giving this week amounted to €1,627. Our sincere thanks for your continued generosity and support.
CEMETERY SUNDAY SS. PETER & PAUL Many thanks to all who helped out last weekend at the Blessing of the Graves, it was very much appreciated. Thanks also to all who attended and contributed to make it such a dignified occasion.
Our very best wishes go to Gussie and Frances Downes on the Celebration of 50th Wedding Anniversary which occurs on August 20th 2010. We wish them many more years of happiness together.
IRISH BLOOD TRANSFUSION SERVICE The blood transfusion service will be in the Combined Clubs, Dublin St. on Monday & Tuesday 9th/10th August from 5pm to 8.30pm. Patients in hospitals continuously need blood, so do come along and help if you are in a position to do so.
NATIONAL PUBLIC NOVENA IN HONOUR OF OUR LADY OF KNOCK AT KNOCK 14th-22nd AUG The theme of this Novena is “The Path of Repentance, Healing and Renewal”. It will be on twice daily, in the afternoons at 3pm and at 8.30pm in the evening with a variety of speakers each day.
ROAD CLOSURES IN BALBRIGGAN From Monday August 9th to Sunday September 5th part of Dublin St. and Bridge St. will be closed to facilitate the resurfacing of the roads. It will also be necessary to close the main street from Market Green to Convent Lane. Also streets leading on to these areas may be closed for short periods during these works. Diversion will be in place and full road closure will be implemented only when absolutely necessary.
CHURCH GATE COLLECTIONS Some Parishioners have raised the subject of Church gate collections and the frequency of same. Church gate collections are a matter for An Garda Siochána. We do request a copy of the Garda Permit to give us notice. While we accept that all collections are legitimate, we do share Parishioners concerns with the frequency of such appeals and the proximity of the collectors to the Church gates. We again repeat the notice:
Only St. Vincent DePaul can collect inside Church Gates No group can affix posters to Church Property. Finally, we would appeal to all collectors to respect the right of free passage to all entering and leaving the Church.
PADRE PIO ANNUAL TRIP TO KNOCK This years trip to Knock is on September 19th. The bus will leave from outside the Bank of Ireland at 7.30am. Some seats are still available. Contact Teresa on 01-8417414 01-8417414 01-8417414 .
RECENT CHURCH GATE COLLECTIONS The Irish Cancer Society wish to thank all who recently contributed to the Church Gate Collection which realised €4916. CASA also wish to thank all who contributed to their collection which amounted to €600.
CRIME PREVENTION INFORMATION An Garda Síochána have left some hand books on crime prevention with us. You will find them at the doors of the Church. Please feel free to take one per household.
DANCING IN O’DWYERS SUNDAY AUGUST 1ST Dancing with Music by Liam Carter will be on next Sunday in O’Dwyers GAA Clubhouse from 9.30pm Refreshments served. Everyone welcome.
SENIOR CITIZENS DINNER DANCE The Summer Dinner Dance will be on August 22nd at 5pm in the Bracken Court Hotel. All Senior Citizens welcome 66 years+ Cost is €15 per person. Please book now, all money should be in by August 12th. Tel. 01-8412745 01-8412745 01-8412745 or 0863234590.
BALBRIGGAN FC FAI Summer School will commence on Aug 16th to 20th for Boys and Girls 6 to 14 years, at the Clubhouse on Bath Rd. Book online at www.fai.ie or tel. 1890653653. The club also run a Soccer Nursery every Sunday at 11am in Tara Court Green (opposite the Graveyard) for Girls and Boys 4 to 7 year old. The club will field 26 teams this year. Tel 086 3334434 086 3334434 086 3334434 .
MAN-O-WAR GFC SUMMER CAMP MON 16TH AUG. Summer camp for children aged 5-13 years. Tel. Irene 087 634131
FREE GAMBLING COUNSELLING SERVICE A free counselling service for problem gambling is now available within your area. The service will provide counselling and emotional support for those affected either directly or indirectly by problem gambling. Free phone helpline:- 1800936725.
CLONMACNOIS YOUTH FESTIVAL 12-15TH AUGUST This dynamic weekend programme for 16-35 year olds includes music, drama, prayer, talks, workshops, reconciliation and healing service games and chill time. It is a donation only weekend and all you need to bring is a sleeping bag. Why not take time out to discover more about your faith in an atmosphere of fun and friendship
CONFERENCE TO CELEBRATE THE YEAR OF THE EVANGELISATION OF THE CHURCH This will be held on Sat & Sun 7th & 8th Aug. at All Hallows College. For further information visit www.dublindiocese.ie
LEGION OF MARY Patricians meeting will continue soon. All parishioners welcome. This is a forum where Catholic Faith topics are discussed.
AFRICAN CHAPLAINCY 2010 Harvest Thanksgiving will be held in St Peter’s Church Phibsboro on Sept 12th. Target is to purchase an Evangelical Bus.
O’DWYERS GAA Summer Camps will take place in August. VHI Cúl Camp 3—Multi-Sport Camp (5-14yrsold) 10am to 2.30pm. Aug 9th to 13th. Camps cost €45 for Juvenile Member and €50 for Non-Member. Family discount available. €10 booking deposit required to secure. HOUR OF PRAYER WEDNESDAY AUG 4th There will be an Hour of Prayer with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament in Ss. Peter & Paul’s Church on the 1st Wednesday of each month at 8pm. Our next Hour of Prayer will be on Wednesday August 4th from 8-9pm. It will be a time of quiet prayer with music & short reflections. Everyone is welcome.
Congratulation to recently married: Margaret Kelly & Richard Moylan
Congratulations to Recently Baptised: Freya Nicole Livesey : Bobby Ben Harrison George Robert Rimmer : Donnchadh Dunlop Ryan Ellie Kathleen Margaret Begg Cormack Tadhg Stuart Desmond Anthon Begg McCormack Kayden John Power-Levins
THIS WEEKEND’S MASSES
Ss. Peter & Pauls Sat 4th Sept.
6.30pm : Matthew & Julia Callaghan Jimmy, James & Mary Purfield : May Byrne
Sun 5th Sept.
9.30am:
10.45am:
12pm : Charlie Regazzoli (Months Mind) William Richardson (1st Ann) Rosaleen Guildea & deceased members of the Guildea & Kevitt families : Thomas, Evelyn & James Kerrigan
Balscadden 9am: Sean Kiernan : Kevin White
Weekday Masses Sept 6th to 11th 10am
Mon. 6th Bridie McManus (Months Mind) Michael & Richard Foley Tues. 7th Thomas & Mary Curry Wed. 8th Julia Cullen : Mark Kelly : Ann Irving & decd family Thurs 9th Helen Osborne Fri 10th Sheila Connolly : Willie Halligan Sat 11th James, Jane, Patrick & Mary Ellen Cawley
NEXT WEEKEND’S MASSES Ss. Peter & Pauls Sat 11th Sept.
6.30pm : Anthony, Cathy & Mary Doyle : Patrick & Ann Reid Bridget, Mary, Jane, Owen & John Costello
Sun 12th Sept.
9.30am: Jack Harper
10.45am: Helen Guildea
12pm :
Balscadden 9am: Christina, Elizabeth & Hannah Rath : Julia McFadden
RECENTLY DECEASED: Our sympathies to the Family of the late : Henry Barnett, Derham Park Margaret McLoughlin, Rocklands, Fancourt
PLANNED GIVING The planned giving this week amounted to €2,375 Our sincere thanks for your continued support.
ALTAR SERVERS Rosters are available for collection in the Sacristy after Mass
BETHANY GROUP We extend a very warm welcome to our new Bethany Group who were commissioned at 6.30pm Mass last Saturday. Members of the Bethany Group will be available to support in a caring manner those who are grieving.
FUNERAL MINISTRY At time of death, a family may need support in organising the Liturgy (Mass) etc. We would like to establish a Funeral Ministry Group to support such families. If you would like to undergo preparation for this ministry please contact the Parish Office.
WELCOME BACK TO SCHOOLS Now that all the schools in the Parish have returned to start a new school year we welcome you all back and wish you a very successful and Blessed year ahead.
LOURDES—DUBLIN DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE As the Pilgrims depart on the Dublin Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes our thoughts and prayers are with them as they remember all the sick of the Diocese at Our Lady’s Shrine.
PARISH RELIGIOUS SHOP Preparations are underway for the shop to be opened in our Church. More details will follow soon.
LEGION OF MARY ANNUAL PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK This pilgrimage takes place on Sunday September 25th. If you would like to book a seat on the bus please call Rita on 8496954. The deadline for booking is Friday September 10th. All welcome.
A VOLUNTARY RECEPTIONIST IS NEEDED FOR ACCORD A receptionist is required for Wednesday nights at the Accord office. If you can give a few hours, contact Rose on 01-8417914.
Ss. PETER & PAUL’S CHOIR PRACTICE Choir practice continues on Wednesdays at 7pm in the Parochial House. New members are welcome.
PATHWAYS—EXPLORING FAITH & MINISTRY If you are willing to listen to the experience of others, have a desire to explore your faith and an interest in new ideas, then Pathways might be the course for you. It is on one night per week, it’s a two year programme with no exams for adults of all ages. For further info. tel 01 8373745 01 8373745 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
ST PATRICKS BRASS & REED BAND New members aged 7 to adult, with or without musical experience are welcome to join our band. Instruments and tuition provided for €1.50 per week. Come along on Wednesday nights starting on Wed. Sept 1st, to St. Georges Hall, Hampton Place from 7-8pm. Instruments include baritone, brass, clarinet, cornet, drums euphonium, flugal horn, flute, piccolo, tenor horn, trumpets, trombone and saxophone. For further info. tel. Fiona 0866065586.
ICA “CENTURY OF ICA”- EXHIBITION Irish Country Women’s Association - talk presented by Marie O’Toole, ICA National Press Officer to launch the exhibition in Balbriggan Library on Thurs. Sept. 9th at 7.30pm All welcome.
CLASSES IN SEPTEMBER AT BALBRIGGAN LIBRARY Free French, Computers, Knitting and Crochet classes starting in the Library in September, please call in the library to book a place.
ARDGILLAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE OPEN DAY Open day is on Saturday 11th September from10am to 1pm. We welcome all Parents/Guardians/Students to come and see the College and meet the Staff. Tel. 9680734 or email info.ardgillan @codubvec.ie
WORKERS FOR THE VINEYARD The office of Evangelisation is supporting a training initiative in response to the requests from many parishes regarding theological pastoral training for those who wish to deepen their knowledge of theology. Parishes are invited to avail of the opportunity to nominate parishioners who might be interested in participation in the programme. Those nominated will be interviewed by Mater Dei Institute prior to admission on this programme. For further information regarding course details, timetables, costs, subsidies etc. please contact Mater Dei Institute at 8086500 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . You may also contact the office of Evangelisation or consult the website www.yearofevangelisation.ie
THE AFRICAN CHAPLAINCY—HARVEST THANKSGIVING. Come celebrate The Harvest Thanksgiving on Sunday September 12th in St. Peter’s Church, Phibsboro at 1pm and the reception which follows. All parishioners are welcome.
SKERRIES SOUNDWAVES FESTIVAL 2010 The festival commences Friday September 10th with the ever popular Battle of the Bands Competition which will be held in Shenanigans, Carroll’s Pier House Hotel from 7.30pm till 10.30pm. Also the much loved family favourite, Alice in Wonderland, will be performed in the Little Theatre, Skerries Community Centre on Friday 10th at 8.30pm and also Saturday 11th at 6.30pm and 8.30pm. Tickets are available at Skerries Bookshop and at the door.
ARTHRITIS IRELAND—TURN YOUR LIFE AROUND A self management of Arthritis programme could turn your life around. This course which is in Swords at the Emmaus Retreat Centre commences on Thurs. Oct. 7th to Thurs 11th Nov. It is from 7-9.30pm. The course is delivered by people who have arthritis along with health professionals working with people with arthritis. For further information contact Svetlana on 01 6470206 01 6470206 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
FOROIGE—SEEKING VOLUNTEERS The Balbriggan youth service are seeking volunteers to help run their youth cafés on Tues. Thurs. & Fri. nights for young people aged 13+. The cafés provide a safe place for the young people of Balbriggan to hang out with friends. We would also welcome new volunteers to help run the youth club on Wednesday evenings from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. For further information tel. 8496708 or 086 7710790 086 7710790 .
BALBRIGGAN HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY The Annual Flower Show will be held in the Community College Gym on Sunday September 5th from 2.30-5.30pm. It will include a raffle and flower auction.
O’DWYERS GAA MONSTER OUTDOOR BINGO The monster bingo is on at 3.30pm September 12th €4,000 in prizes. Music & Set Dancing classes recommencing Mon. Sept 6th. Juvenile set dancing 7.30-8.15pm followed by Adult set dancing until 10pm. Tuesday & Thursday Tin whistle and fiddle classes times to be finalised. For further info. Tel. Freda on 086 3249476 086 3249476 .
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