MONASTERBOICE

ANY NEWS

If you have any Monasterboice related news, in the form of text or pictures, please don’t hesitate to send them on to paddyholdcroft@gmail.com or 0862039501

All correspondences must be with me no later than 12noon on Fridays for publication in next week’s paper.

A HUGE THANKS....

The Meath Vintage Group would like to express a huge thanks to all members of the former Monasterboice Drama group for attending the Tuesday night performance of Seperate Beds and, in doing so, helped to raise much needed funds for Meath River Rescue.Much appreciation is conveyed guys, from Anne Berrill, on behalf of the Vintage Group.

MULLARY CEMETERY LOTTO.

Result Saturday 16th March. Winning no was 15. Winners were Rita Glass and Billy Boylan.

N.MAIRTIN LOTTO

Results 20-03-2024 No: 05,24,27,29, Jackpot not won, €3,800 this week. Match 3 numbers winner, Tom & Denise Rooney, this week wins or shares €150.

Buy your tickets at the usual outlets or play online.

FORGE NEWS

The Tea Morning’s on 3rd Friday of each month are going from strength to strength. Whether that is down to the scones or the chat we’ve not sure but more and more happy tea drinkers are attending each month. We would like to thank Joe and Fidelma Keogh for donating the prize for the raffle.

Next Social Dance is on Friday 5th April With unity. Adm €12. Supper served

Wee County Vintage Club would like to thank all who attended and had a wonderful nights dancing with Bernie Heaney recently.

Yoga and Sound with Sharon and Fiona on Fri 29th March from 7-9pm. Phone 086 266 5690 to book your place.

DATE FOR YOUR CALENDAR

Special Fund Raising afternoon Social Dance on Sunday April 21st in aid of Kellystown/ Monasterboice Wind Action Group. More anon.

IN BRENDAN’S MEMORY.

Naomh Martin will hold a Memorial 4 Mile Road Run on Saturday, June 4th, in memory of it’s great clubman, Brendan Reilly.

It will be a chipped, and hence timed run, with proceeds going to The Mairtin’s Juvenile section, where Brendan mentored for a number of years and for whom his three children now play.

Also, a fixed donation will go to The Irish Heart Foundation, with a collection going to this very worthy charity, on the day.

As many family, friends and club colleagues are urged to take part. The fee is €25 which will get you a T shirt, number posted and a goodie bag. Under U14’s free of charge, but unchipped.

MURAL PROJECT AT NAOMH MAIRTINS

Naomh Mairtin is delighted to announce that the first painting, which will be part of the mural at the entrance to Naomh Mairtin C.P.G., is a stunning piece by Maurice Eakin.

There was a fantastic response from the Community to this project, and thanks goes out to everyone who got in touch.

The adults are busy working on their pieces and same will be shared in due time. The Mairtins will be in contact with the children whose pieces have been chosen in the coming weeks. Watch this space.

BAKE SALE

Glad to report that The Bake Sale, the brain child of the Parents Association in Naomh Bhuite’s Tenure NS, was a roaring success on Friday last. Supported by all families in the school community with quality bakes that would challenge Mr Kipling himself. The school feel blessed to have such amazing support. Wishing everyone a wonderful Easter from all involved with the school

Also Johnny, the school Principal would like to remind all that it’s new website and Facebook page are now live.

TULLYALLEN LOTTO RESULTS

The Glen Emmets Lotto draw sponsored by The Morning Star took place on Tuesday March 19th and the results are as follows. There was no winner of the jackpot for €6,900. The numbers drawn were 6,12,14 & 23. The Lucky Dip winners who receive €25 each are PJ McGrane, Paddy Crowe, John Andrews & Maria Smith. Prizes can be collected in Centra Tullyallen or contact Fergal Sarsfield on 086 8212683. Next week’s draw is in the Morning Star with grand prize of €7,000 up for grabs. This can be viewed live on the Glen Emmets Facebook page. Tickets are just €2 and are on sale in Centra Tullyallen or go onto the Glen Emmets Web page where you can set up your weekly draw numbers & payment.

TENNIS COACHING

Any kids from five upwards or adults with an interest in Tennis classes can now go along to Monknewtown Tennis Courts on Saturdays. Coaching is 1011am for adults, 11-11.30 for 5- to 6-year-olds, 11.30-12.20 is for 7- to 8-year-olds, 12.30-1.30 is for 9- to 10-year-olds, 1.30-2.30 is for 11/12-year-olds and 2.30-2.30 is for teens, so there is a time in there for everyone who fancies a go. Contact 087-1602904 for further details.

PARISH NEWS

Upcoming dates. We look forward to journeying with the children of second class to their First Holy Communion Day due to take place on Saturday 25th of May.

Gifts for the poor are traditionally presented this Holy Thursday night so from Holy Thursday Trocaire boxes can be left in baskets in the sanctuary area. Baskets will be left for the remainder of the Easter Triduum celebrations and Easter Sunday Masses. Your support and generosity is gratefully appreciated.

The days and times of the Lenten Schedule are as follows: Lenten Mass Weekday Masses: Tuesday & Thursday 9am, Wednesday & Friday 7.30pm Weekend Masses: Saturday 7.30pm & Sunday 8.30am,11am. If you wish to book a Mass, please drop into Sandra our Sacristan in the sacristy before or after any of our Masses. We are here to help and support you along the way. A warm welcome awaits you to our worshipping community here in Mellifont Parish- Tullyallen this Lent.

Adoration continues each Friday at 7pm before our 7.30pm

Mass. Pastoral Area: Stations of the Cross each Sunday of Lent at 5pm in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Drogheda.

Holy Week Schedule is as follows: Holy Wednesday March 27th, Chrism Mass 7pm in St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Armagh. All are welcome.

Holy Thursday March 28th, Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper: 7.30pm Followed by Solemn Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament with Night Prayer concluding at 9.30pm

Good Friday March 29th, The Celebration of the Passion of the Lord: 3pm and Taizé Prayer around the Holy Cross also on Good Friday at 7.30pm. This will include the beautiful music of Taizé including Taizé chants Stay with Me & Jesus Remember Me. There will also be moments of scripture, prayer, reflection & silence.

Taizé Prayer around the Holy Cross: 7.30pm, Easter Night Saturday March 30th

The Easter Vigil in the Holy Night: 9pm and Easter Sunday March 31st Easter Day of the Lord’s Resurrection Masses: 8.30am & 11am

LOCAL ART WORKSHOPS

Local lady Mary McDonnell has launched her Spring Workshops Schedule and there might be something in there for anyone interested in Art. The workshops start off on 20th, 21st April, Watercolour Weekend with Lilian Regan, there are spaces for six people and costs €125 each, next up is Discovering Pastels with Mary McDonnell on 27-28th April and there are spaces for six people, this workshop costs €125 each. After that is Inspired by your Garden with Mary McDonnell on Tuesday 7th,14th,21st,28th, 7-9pm and space for six which costs €180 each. After that is Kantha Stitchery with Mary McDonnell on 11-12th May, with space for six, costing €125 each. Then anyone with an interest in Animal Portraits might be interested in Animal portraits in Pastel with Lilian Regan 18-19th May, space for six and costs €125 each. The final workshop currently scheduled is Herbs and their Uses with

Carol Tully, Sat 25th of May with Space for ten people and costs €75 each. Mary says feel free to get in touch on 087 222 2144 or email lilypond44@hotmail.com for further enquiries and there will be more details to follow.

TULLYALLEN ACTIVE RETIREMENT

Our village was well and truly represented at this year’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Drogheda. The Glen Emmets GFC were out in force with the children, players, mentors and parents and they graced the streets of Drogheda in a sea of Glen Emmets Green and Red. Our very own Tullyallen Active Retirement members were not afraid to show the younger ones how it was done when they too marched in the parade. Their message on the day was to highlight the litter problems we are now experiencing and they used litter that they had picked up around our village to make lots of homemade ‘snakes’ which turned out to be a fantastic display of their crafting talents (re-cycling galore) They hope to get the message across to everyone to keep our village litter free. The ‘Snake Charmers’ were ably led by Tullyallen’ s own St. Patrick who seemed to pop up on everyone’s photos throughout the day, he certainly was the most realistic St. Patrick in this year’s parade. While over in Slane the Tullyallen Macra had their float taking part in the annual Slane parade which as we all know is where it all began. Well, done to everyone who took part and went along to cheer on the Tullyallen folk. The weather stayed nice, and the spirits were high for what was a very successful and enjoyable day for everyone.

ROSSIN ROVERS FOOTBALL CLUB EASTER CAMP

Rossin Rovers are hosting an Easter Camp from Wednesday 3rd April–Friday 5th April 10am–2pm. The cost is €30. It is open to all players from the Under 8s to Under 12s. There will be two groups consisting of U8/9 and U10/12. Each group is limited to fifteen players. There are two payment links, one for each group. Any queries WhatsApp Andy on 0870663947.

TULLYALLEN COMMUNITY CENTRE

After a hugely successful weekend of fundraising with Tullyallen Community Fundraising Committee with their First Try competition and raffle for Manchester United tickets. They now have more good news. They have recently been awarded an award of €1,000 from the Rural Action Awards Scheme for the provision of a ramp to allow access into the Community Centre for people who require assistance. These awards were established by Rural Action to support volunteer led community action projects. The aim of each project is to support wider community engagement and celebration. The organizers are delighted that local business Ballygorman Contractors have undertaken to complete this work in the next few weeks.

Congratulations to Mary Mc Cabe, winner of the First Try Competition last week. The First Try was scored in the 12th minute Congratulations on your winnings Mary and the committee would like to say many thanks for your support for your community and thanks again to Stuart and Pat from the Morning Star for sponsoring the winning prize.

The Fundraising committee would like to say a huge congratulations to Fergal Cooney on winning two tickets Manchester Utd V Arsenal on May 11th and their very own Terry Corrigan on winning two tickets for Manchester United V Newcastle on April 20th. Congratulations also to Willie Cole on winning the third spot prize of an Easter Egg and Prosecco. They would like to say that it is a fantastic display of support from the Tullyallen community.

MEATH VINTAGE GROUP THANKS

Meath Vintage Group would like to express their thanks to all the kind Tullyallen people for attending the Tuesday night’s performance of Separate Beds where they helped raise much needed funds for the Meath River Rescue.