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split-the-pot. Envelopes can be obtained from the School or any parent and from Ashling Walsh after Sunday Mass in Askamore Church. Draws will take place every Friday morningin Ballyellis School. Many thanks for your continued support.
POSSIBLE CLOSURE OF AQUA PARK
An open meeting will be held on Thursday, December 12, in the hall at 9 p.m. Due to the lack of funds for the day to day running of the Aqua Park we need this meeting.
We are not looking for people to join a committee or give jobs to, we need come up with a way to fund the outgoings of the park, if you have any ideas please come along. Your input is greatly needed as the park is a great asset to the village of Craanford, it would be a great shame if it had to close.
ACTIVE RETIREMENT GROUP
From the November meeting, A big thank you to Lily Blooms for the interesting demo on how to make a Christmas Garland. On Wednesday, December 11, we will be having our Christmas outing to Wells House where we will have lunch and a tour of the house and a little shopping.
The bus will leave Craanford Carpark at midday. Bus is €10 (Those, who have not yet paid) Please bring lunch money. Thank you.
PARENT/TODDLER GROUP
The parent and Toddler Group will be meeting in Craanford Community Hall on Thursday morning, December 12, and that will be the last meeting of Craanford Parent Toddler in 2019. The next one will be on January 16, 2020, and will proceed each fortnight after that date. €3 per family. For further information please call 087 6103624.
SPLIT-THE-POT
On November 29 the prize of €152 was won by Ann Busher of Monagear, a regular at bingo. Congratulations, Ann. Thanks to Elizabeth Kenny and Anne Marie O’Sullivan, who arranged the draw. The coordinating team for Friday, December 13, is Team 8: Claire Hyland and Lena Greene.
CHURCH NEWS
MASS INTENTIONS – Saturday, December 14: Hugh Lambert, Rossminogue. Paddy and Elizabeth Kavanagh, Ballygarrett Sunday, December 15: Patricia and John Byrne, Hollyfort. David Bolger, Gorey. Jack Lancaster, Craan. Saturday, December 21: Charles Hempenstall, Island Upper. First Anniversary.
MASSES THIS WEEK – Monday to Thursday at 9.15 a.m. each day. Wednesday morning’s Mass will be the December monthly celebration with St Patrick’s National School community and will have the theme of ‘Advent’. Parents, grandparents and friends of the school are welcome to attend.
PENANCE SERVICES – Advent Penance Services will take place on Monday, December 16, at7.30 p.m. in Monaseed and 8 p.m. in Craanford.
CHRISTMAS CAROL SERVICE – We welcome Tuisceart Loch Garman in collaboration with our Parish Choir and friends for a service of Carols on Friday, December 20, at 7 p.m. in St Patrick’s Church, Craanford. Please come along and bring a friend. Christmas Mass Bouquet Cards: are now available via the parish office in Craanford Community Centre (Monday to Friday from 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.) and from Doyle’s LONDIS, Gorey Road Cost is €5 (including card) while stocks last.
BOOKING MASSES – All Months Mind and Anniversary Masses are now booked via the parish office which is open from Monday to Friday from 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. Your co-operation is greatly appreciated.
SUPPORTING CRANFORD PARISH – If you would like to register to support Craanford parish please telephone Fr Richard at 087 6923280 to receive either a box of envelopes or the details you need to set up a Standing Order via your bank. Many thanks.
VISITATION OF THE SICK/ HOUSEBOUND – We are anxious to visit those who cannot celebrate Mass with us due to illness, handicap or age. Arrangements to receive the sacraments at home can be made by calling Fr Richard or Fr Felix. Kindly notify us of parishioners who are housebound or hospitalised so they can be visited. We are always pleased also to receive invitations to visit your home or to give a house blessing.
GAA CLUB NEWS
Camogie AGM is on December 19 at 9 p.m. in the complex. All motions etc to be with secretary Noel Kelly by December 12 Date for Diary Adult AGM Sunday, January 12, 2020, in Craanford Community centre at 6 p.m.
National Club Draw tickets will be on sale shortly and we thank you for your support. All proceeds from this draw are reinvested back into the club. Tickets are €10.
CLUB LOTTO – jackpot €1,400. No winner. Numbers drawn were 3, 4, 7 and 10. Lucky-dip winners: Joe Conroy, John and Michael, Hugh Kenny, Una c/o Lamberts, Katie Smyth. Seller’s prize: Peter Kavanagh. Next Week’s jackpot is €1,500. Lotto tickets available in Cooney Communications, Craanford, Donals Main Street Gorey, Cooney’s in Hollyfort, Doyle’s Londis on Carnew Road and Lamberts in Camolin or any club member. Tickets may now be collected and dropped back to Cooney Communications in Craanford by 6 p.m. on Wednesday evening and afterwards into Cooney’s Pub by 9 p.m. for inclusion in the draw. Bingo Bingo 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. Nice money to be won every week.
HIRE THE COMPLEX – 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.