DUNCANNON
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CHURCH NEWS
This Wednesday is Ash Wednesday, the beginning of the season of Lent. Mass, at 10 a.m., will be relayed through the outside speakers. The Blessed Ashes will be available, on the altar rails, throughout the day, for anyone who wants to avail of them. Please be aware of social distancing and other Covid regulations when doing so.
Altar Society duties have been suspended for the moment.
As public Masses are again, not allowed for the foreseeable future, Mass in Duncannon, will be relayed through the outside speakers of the church every Sunday at 10 a.m. only. You are invited to hear Mass from the comfort and safety of your own car.
Anniversaries – Please remember in your prayers the repose of the souls of: Eileen Murphy, Ned O’Donohue, Mary Kate Doyle, Patrick and Maureen Keogh, Catherine Wallace, Biddy Downes, whose anniversaries occur about this time. May they all rest in the peace of Christ. Amen.
Newsletter Sponsors – We have decided to suspend seeking sponsorship of the Newsletter for the moment and intend to resume again when public Masses are next allowed.
SCHOOL ENROLMENT
Any parent who wishes to enrol their child/children in St Oliver’s National School, Duncannon, for September 2021, please contact the school by email at info@duncannonns.com before Friday, March 26.
DAY CARE CENTRE
The staff of St Louis Day Care Centre continue to work behind closed doors. They are unable to open as yet in light of the current conditions with Covid 19.
They are keeping close contact with their clients and assisting when they can. The services include meals delivered, home baking by order, laundry, assistance with showering and a nurse to collect prescriptions and give advice.
The areas covered include Ramsgrange, Duncannon, Campile, Ballycullane, Gusserane, Fethard and Templetown. Dinners can be ordered by 10 a.m. each day, Monday to Friday. The centre can be contacted at 051 389509 or stlouisdaycarecentre@gmail.com.
ST JAMES GAA LOTTO
Due to the COVID 19 restrictions, the fortnightly lotto draw has been postponed, till further notice. Thanks to all who purchased and sold lotto tickets. Your ongoing support is much appreciated.