Davidstown& Courtnacuddy
audiences to see the play before it starts its run on the circuit. Your support would be greatly appreciated. Admission €10.
Davidstown-Courtnacuddy camogie and Ladies’ football club Penny Bank in the band room in Davidstown after Saturday evening Mass.
The season of Lent starts on Ash Wednesday, March 1, Ashes will be distributed during mass in Davidstown Church at 9.30 a.m.
Davidstown Badminton Club is looking for new adult members. Contact Shaine at 085 1522741.
Our deepest sympathies are extended to the family, relatives and friends of Anne O’Connell, Templescoby, who passed away last week.
Davidstown church readers for March Saturday Vigil Mass and Sunday Danny Murphy. Looking for new readers: please contact Fr Nolan.
Courtnacuddy National School table quiz takes place in tha Millennium Bar Davidstown on Friday, March 10, at 8 p.m. €20 per table. Proceeds towards Courtnacuddy National School. March: Contact Joan O’Brien.
Trócaire boxes can now be collected in the church porches. Please give your full support
A Holy Hour with Exposition of Blessed Sacrament will take place in Courtnacuddy Church on Sunday, March 12, from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. The Holy Hour will take place every second Sunday of each month.
The club has set up a site for members to pay their club membership online and purchase club gear at klubfunder. com. Well done to David Dunne, who was part of the Senior County hurling team who beat Galway last Sunday. period of reflection. For those who are intending to come to daily Mass for Lent, copies of ‘Walk with Me’ – will be made available. The theme of Walk with Me is ‘The Rich Man and Lazarus’. In this we explore the gift of Lent, especially the gift of the ‘other’, our neighbour, and the blessing of the word of God. Cost €1.30.
Anointing of sick – at vigil Mass of fifth Sunday of Lent, April 2, in Craanford: In this Mass we will pray especially for those who carry the cross of suffering through illness. There are some people who never get the opportunity to visit us for Sunday Mass but who would be able to do so on a once off annual basis if they had support from their families or neighbours. I encourage people to bring elderly or suffering family members or friends to the church for this Mass.
Penance service – Craanford Penance Service at Vigil Mass of Palm Sunday, Saturday, April 8. at 6 p.m. Monaseed Penance Service Monday of Holy Week, April 10 at 7.30.
Ministers of eucharist – 6 p.m. March 4 Margaret Doyle; 10.30 a.m. March 5 John Murphy
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.
It is with regret that Michael and Eileen Doyle announce the closure of their shop which has been trading as Doyle’s Gala in the village since May 2005. This has come about due to the downturn in trade as well as increased overheads.
Michael and Eileen wish to thank their many loyal customers who supported them over the years. Your custom was much appreciated. They also wish to thank their dedicated and loyal staff, most of whom have been with them since the beginning and their families who have always been there to support them.
The date for closing the doors is Wednesday, March 15, and Michael and Eileen would ask anyone who may still have gift vouchers to present them before that date.
Sympathy to Anna Kenny of Bannpark on the death of her sister Mary (Mai) Goland, Kilcavan, Tara Hill.
On February 17 the prize of €225 was won by Chrissie Austin of Hollyfort, a regular at the Bingo. Congratulations, Chrissie. The co-ordinating team for Friday, March 3, is Team 7: Liz Byrne and James Doyle.
Claire Redmond is volunteering in Capetown, South Africa to work with children with various physical and mental disabilities. Claire will be hosting a coffee morning on Saturday, March 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at her parents, Tommy and Fiona Redmond’s house, Craan Hill, as part of her fundraising activities. Please support.
The First Responder Group need a small amount of funds to get up and running so as to help people in our area who may find themselves in a medical emergency. If local companies or individuals wish to make a small contribution toward this cause then all help will be greatly appreciated and may be given to Martha Hogan in either Craanford or Monaseed Schools.
Thanks to the schools for their very generous contribution. Thanks also to Keith Bailey Haulage, Bailey Contractors and Craanford Parish for donations received recently. Many thanks from the first responder group.
Enrolment week for Craanford NS is from February 27 till March 3. Email craanfordns@ gmail.com any time or phone 053 9428333 on Mondays, Wednesdays or Fridays between 9 a.m. and 2.30 p.m.
Enrolment week for Monaseed NS is from February 27 till March 3. Email monaseedns@ gmail.com or phone 053 9428330 on Tuesdays or Thursdays from 9 a.m. till 2.30 p.m.
Bingo is played in Craanford hall every Friday night at 8.30 p.m. Bring a friend; enjoy a night out with a difference and who knows your luck could just be in. Snowball currently at over €800 in 50 balls or less.
Something different – Looking for a venue for your child’s birthday party why not consider the indoor complex in Craanford, available to rent, protection from any weather mishaps, an ideal venue for indoor games etc. Ring 086 8228686.
Cllr Malcolm Byrne informs us that the Coucil will carry out a macadam surfacing of the road at Monaseed this year as well as improvements with drainage. Locals will be consulted. Any queries to Malcolm at 086 2237102.
Heartiest congratulations to Anna Lyons, who celebrated her birthday last weekend. Wishing you many many more years of health and happiness.
Best of luck to Anna Kenny, Bannpark, who has qualified for the next stage of ‘Junk Kouture’ with their creation entitled ‘In Bloom’. This competition is run for secondary school students who devise an outfit completely from recycled products. Check out bank of Ireland Facebook page for voting details. Leanne Fuller’s team are also in this competition their creation is entitled ‘Read all about it’ Best of luck to both teams
The ‘Battle of the Bann’ will take place on Saturday, March 4, when boxers from Craanford take on their opponents from St Pat’s Camolin. Tickets for this much anticipated event are now on sale from any of the boxers and from Gala price €20.
The next parent and toddler meetings are taking place on the Thursday, March 2, Wednesday, March 15, and Thursday, March 30, in Craanford Community Centre from 10.30 a.m. to midday Cost is €3 per family. For further information call 087 6103624.
The Fatima Rosary takes place in Davidstown Church on the 13th of each month at 3 p.m. Every first Saturday morning there is a Rosary hour in Courtnacuddy church from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. In Davidstown the Rosary will be said before all Masses. All are welcome to come along and take part.
Adorers needed for Eucharistic Adoration 2 p.m. on Tuesdays and 11 a.m. on Wednesdays in Davidstown. Please contact Eileen at 087 7468724.
On Sunday, January 29, our juveniles competed in the Wexford Badminton Blitz in Enniscorthy. There were 86 players, 178 matches, eight events, and it all took place on four courts. The following brought home prizes for Monaseed
Under-nine singles: Keeva Poole, group one winner. Paddy Redmond Group two winner. Billy Redmond Group three winner. Casey Smith Group six winner. Under-11 doubles: Michael Doyle and Jack Smyth were joint winners with our very own Paddy and Billy Redmond. Under-13 Singles: Lauren Tobin Group six winner. Under-13 Doubles: Jack Smyth and Tomasso Hickey ‘Shelbourne’ Group three winners. Abbie Roche and Lauren Tobin were group four winners.
Congratulations to all players who took part on the day and a special thanks to parents who accompanied their children.
Junior B championship allIreland semi-final – all roads will lead to Raheenagh on March 12 for the club’s participation in the all-Ireland junior B semi-final against Whitechurch from Cork. Throw in at 1 p.m. We know they will bring large numbers with them so if you can support your local team on the day it would be very much appreciated. See you in Limerick.
Many thanks to all who paid their membership last week, the final night for payment of membership will be Monday, February 27, in Craanford from 7 p.m. and in Monaseed from 8.15 p.m.
Leinster GAA are holding an under-15 league competition – Craanford first match against Wicklow hurlers from Michael Dwyer’s club will provisionally takes place on Wednesday, March 8, confirmation to follow. Matches are also scheduled for the following dates March 4 and 18. The other teams in our group are Confey from Kildare and Trim, Co. Meath.
Continued good luck to the under-10s, under-12s and under-14s in the indoor hurling tournament in Castletown being held presently over the next few weeks.
The lotto jackpot was €9,300. Numbers drawn were 7, 10, 18 and 26. No winner. €50 luckydip winners: Ann Earle; Grace, Aidan Jnr, Sadie, Molly and Emily Doyle; Nellie Gilbert, Arklow. Sellers prize: Gala. Next week’s jackpot is €9,400. 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.
The February meeting of Monaseed ICA Guild was held in Monaseed Hall on Wednesday, February 1. There were 20 members present. President Olive Doyle welcomed everybody to the meeting and she also welcomed a new member. She also noted that get well cards were sent to Breda Byrne and Ann Whitty.
Brian Dunbar, beekeeper from Gorey, gave a very interesting talk on the life of bees and beekeeping. He raffled a pot of his honey which was won by Maggie Boland. It was decided to send a Mass card to Mary Fitzgerald on the death of her husband. The competition winners were Dolores Tindell and Olive Doyle, and the raffle winners were Jackie Christian and Lynn Cox.
The hostesses for March are Susan Nolan and Lynn Cox. The speaker for March is Betty Lancaster, organic gardener. Gwen Stewart, physical activity leader, is to give a series of classes to the members, starting in March. The competition for