Kilanerin/ Ballyfad

RETIRED PRIESTS FUND – Thanks to those who returned contributions to this fund which supports the retired priests of Ferns diocese. Currently there are about 24 retired clergy in the diocese who need our support. Outstanding contributions are always welcome.

PARISH SECRETARY – We hope to set up a Parish Office in the near future to provide secretarial support for the parish of Craanford-Monaseed. It is hoped that this facility will also support the work of community groups in the area. Our hope is to employ a parish secretary under the auspices of the local CE scheme. This person must be at least 25 years of age and in receipt of a payment from Social Welfare This is a personal development opportunity and training will be provided, however some office experience would be helpful. Please contact Pat Leacy (086 8278527), our CE Scheme Supervisor, or Fr Richard (087 6923280) to apply.

MINISTERS OF EUCHARIST – 6 p.m. Saturday, February 4, Dermot Kenny; 10.30 a.m. Sunday, February 5, Claire Hyland

COMEDY AND COOKING

Monaseed National School parents’ association presents a wonderful evening with a great fusion of Comedy and Cooking in the Amber Springs Hotel, on Wednesday, February 8. On the night three local chefs will participate in a cook off, assisted by some local celebrities.

Chefs on the evening include Eric Poole, Veronica Redmond and Ben Anderson. On the night local producers and craft people will showcase their produce at the event. Anybody interested in taking a table is asked to contact Claire Carroll at 087 2338152.

Doors open at 7 p.m., tickets are €10 and can be purchased at the door on the night, or purchase them beforehand from the Amber Springs Hotel, Monaseed National School or any members of the parents’ association.

IRISH DANCING CLASSES

Irish Dancing Classes are every Tuesday in Monaseed hall from 4: 30-5.30 p.m. Join us.

SPLIT THE POT

On January 20 the prize of €194 was won by Catriona Curry from Camolin, a regular at the Bingo. Congratulations Catriona. The co-ordinating team for Friday, February 3 is Team 3: Catherine Cassidy, Ann Kenny Marks, and Annette Kinsella.

BEST WISHES

Congratulations to Joe Shortle on his impressive tally of winning three jumpers playing golf in Coolattin Golf club recently. Best

Murt Doyle, Pat Kavanagh and John Lancaster at the Markie Doyle Memorial Vintage Run in aid of North Wexford Hospice Homecare.

of luck to Nathan Curran, who is currently residing in Alaska for the next couple of months as part of his studies assisting and helping adults and children with special needs. Currently it is – 27 degrees where he is so we won’t complain too much about a little chill in the air. A number of parishioners have been laid up in hospital/home, we wish them all a speedy recovery.

SCHOOL BUS TO GOREY

As there is a very limited bus service for school runs from Craanford to Gorey directly, a need for a direct bus has arisen. A number of parents are already interested for the school year 2017/2018. If you would like to enquire about this option Noeleen Kenny is now in the process of gathering names. Please contact Noeleen ASAP, as she needs to confirm numbers. Noeleen can be contacted at 087 4104707, email Kennynoeleen7@gmail. com.

COMMUNITY CENTRE AGM

The AGM of Craanford Community Centre will take place in the centre on February 7, at 8 p.m.

JAM JARS NEEDED

Anyone with jam jars and wishing to find a home for them, please phone Martha at 087 1330836.

GAA CLUB NEWS

The club dinner dance will be held on Saturday, February 4, in the Ashdown Park Hotel, Gorey, an opportunity to celebrate a good year and enjoy a social evening for all the community. Tickets on sale from Bob Flynn, Betty Shortle, Mick Curran, Brendan Tobin, and Theresa Kenny, also available from Gala. Tickets €25 each.

Many thanks to everyone who participated in the annual GAA mass held last weekend, to say it was more than colourful would be an understatement as the blue and white stood tall and proud among the huge gathering present and well done to all on the great underage presentation night held after the mass.

Leinster GAA are holding an under-15 league competition in Feb and March this year, Craanford matches are scheduled for the following dates February 18, March 4 and 18. The other teams in our group are Michael Dwyer’s from Wicklow, Confey from Kildare and Trim, Co. Meath.

Senior Scór will take place in Oulart Hall on Friday, March 3, at 8 p.m. Registration at 7.30 p.m. Categories include figure dancing, set dancing, solo singing, instrumental music, ballad group, léiriú and recitation. table quiz (teams of 4) will take place in St Martin’s GAA. Complex on Thursday, March 9, at 8 p.m. We encourage all clubs to take part in these events. Please inform your club members who may have an interest in some of the categories. This competition is for those over 17 years old (i.e. those who have reached their 17th birthday prior to January 1). We look forward to increased participation in 2017.

LOTTO – jackpot €8,900. Numbers drawn were 9, 11, 12 and 14. No winner. €50 Lucky-dip winners: Patrick Kavanagh c/o Ger Doran. John Green, Ballinacoola. Andy and Patricia, New Ross. Sellers prize: Mick Shortle. Next week’s jackpot is €9,000. Thanks for your support. Lotto tickets available in Donal’s, Main Street, Gorey, Doyle’s Gala, Craanford or from any club member. lotto books can be collected from Gala and must be dropped back to Gala by 9 p.m. on Wed nights for inclusion. Pick any four numbers between 1-30 for €2 and win big or be one of three lucky-dip winners. €100 added per week to jackpot and €10 sellers prize for those selling full book of 20 tickets.

MODEL EXHIBITION

The annual model exhibition in Coláiste Bhríde held annually is on Sunday, February 5. A great family day runs from 11 a.m. with plenty to see. Exhibitors will display their collections of planes, trains, automobiles, tractors, model steam engines, farm diorama’s, circus, lego and some magnificent remote control models and lots more beside.

This year the proceeds of the day will be divided between the three schools in Carnew name- ly All Saints National School, Coláiste Bhríde and Scoil Aodán Naofa.

There will be a cake stall offering the best of homemade produce, a tombola stall as well as refreshments on offer. Admission is adults €5 and children are free. For further information please contact Richard 087 6641878 or Trevor 087 2702380.

YOUR NEWS

Items for the newsletter/notes should be left into the Parochial House, Craanford or emailed to craanfordlocalnews@gmail.com before Wednesday evening of each week.

WHIST

Top score at last week’s whist was won by Lilly Kavanagh; first lady was Deirdre Power; second lady was shared by Violet Bailey and Kathleen Carr and half time lady was Phylis O’Rourke; first gent was Pat Whelan; second gent was Betty Rose; third gent was Nancy Forde; half time gent was Donal Kavanagh; student winner was Ross Bailey. Raffle winners on the night were Noel Carter Alice Gibney and Sadie Mordaunt.

Sympathy to Bernie Walsh on the death of her sister and also sympathy to George Gilbert on the recent death of his brother. Whist continues on Wednesday night at 8.30 p.m.

OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS

The stage is set for Opportunity Knocks 2017. The first round starts on Friday, February 3, with curtains opening at 7.45 p.m. Its not too late to enter for the first night contact Helen as soon as possible at 087 6429291. There will be a mystery judge on the first night with a special award for the best act on the night.

GAA CLUB NOTES

There was no jackpot winner in the club lotto on January 16. There were four match-three winners who won €50 each. The jackpot is now at €5,800. The numbers were 2, 3, 19 and 23.

Anyone (over 18 and available for a few Cúl Camps over the summer) who would like to apply as a paid coach and is prepared to or has done coaching courses can contact Diarmuid Byrne at 087 9348089. Dates for our Cúl Camps will be notified later.

We should know this week if the adult panels in Kilanerin/Ballyfad and Tara Rocks are allowed by Wexford GAA to combine this season.

The Castletown indoor hurling tournaments for under-10/12/14 starts now and continues for a month. These are always great entertainment and a good start to the season for the youngsters. A reminder for any boy or girl who has not played with the club previously, and would like to join (exc under-sixes) to contact Kevin at 083 1025352.

CIRCUIT TRAINING

Circuit training with Cathal continues on Monday and Wednesday 7 p.m. in the Sports Complex, Kilanerin. Cost is €5 per night and is suitable for all levels of fitness.

PARISH OFFICE

Please note all anniversary Masses, weddings, baptisms etc are to be booked through the parish office the parish opening hours are Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. The phone number for the parish office/secretary is 087 1765744 during these hours. In case of an emergency please contact Father Howell 053 9421117 9.30 a.m. to 5. p.m. or 087 6408683.

BADMINTON

Badminton is played on Monday and Thursday nights from 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. – all welcome.

KILANERIN ICA

Yogalates fitness for beginners continues on Tuesdays in Kilanerin Hall at 7 p.m. cost €6 per session. These classes are suitable for all ages and especially improve fitness levels and flexability to get off to a good start for 2017. Bernadette will give individual advice on the best nutrition and fitness plan.

The Old Kilnenor Historical Society will hold a talk by Matthew Breslin on Thursday, February 9, at 8 p.m. in Ballyfad Hall. Matthew will give a talk on the Killahurler/ Croghan area and its people. Admission is €3 for non-members.

To find out more or to become a member please contact Damian at 085 7753772, email info@ oldkilnenor.com, or checkout oldkilnenor.com. To be added to the contact list to receive texts about upcoming talks and events please send your name and number. New members always welcome.

KILANERIN CHURCH

Saturday 7.30 p.m. anniversary Mass Noel McGovern, Gorey and Pauline and Jim Walsh, Annagh. Sunday 11 a.m. anniversary Mass Dick and Sissi Fanning, Ahullen and Marie Kelly, Tinnock. Eucharistic adoration on Tuesday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

BALLYFAD CHURCH

Sunday morning 9 a.m. anniversary Mass Esther Carroll, Rathpierce and her sister May Redmond, Loughlinstown. Eucharistic adoration on Wednesday 10 a.m. to midday.

WEEKLY ENVELOPES – 2017 weekly envelopes will be available at the back of Ballyfad and Kilanerin Churches. The will be laid out in alphabetical order for those who already receive boxes. Sincere thanks to all who have made regular contributions throughout the year. The weekly envelope collection is the main source of income for the parish and as an added advantage the parish can calim a tax rebate on contributions of more than €250 per year provided we have the contributor/taxpayer’s completed CHY3 Certificate. If you would like to support our parish you are welcome to request an envelope box by contacting or calling to our parish office in Kilanerin.

COLLECTION THANKS

The County Wexford Community Workshop, Bellefield wishes to thank everyone who gave so generously to their recent Church Gate Collection in Kilanerin and Ballyfad. Amount collected and banked in Kilanerin was €85.19, amount collected and banked in Ballyfad was €55.08. Thanks to the collectors for all their time and help. All money collected will stay in the workshop in Bellefield, your support is very greatly appreciated.