BENWISKIN CENTRE
Madeline Quennan, Ragoora, Cloonacool. Sympathy to her husband Sean, her sons Pat, Francis, Paul and Mark, daughters Sarah and Laura and to her extended family, relatives and friends.
May they rest in Peace.
Congratulations to Fergal McDonagh and Deirdre O’Neill who celebrated their marriage recently. Also to Aoife Gilmartin, Powellsboro and Peter McAnena, Salthill, Galway who celebrated their marriage. We wish the newly weds a lifetime of love and happiness.
WEDDING BELLS:
First Holy Communion takes place in Cloonacool on Saturday 11th May at 11am. We remember all the children who are receiving First Holy Communion this year and pray God’s many blessings on them and their families at this very special time. Thanks to their teachers for all the work that is being done to prepare them for these days.
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION:
Confirmation takes place in Tubbercurry on Saturday, May 25. Since Bishop Paul will be moving to Dublin that weekend and Bishop Kevin is caught up with other events, the Sacrament will be celebrated by
Fr. Vincent, with the permission of Bishop Kevin Doran, our Apostolic Administrator.
CONFIRMATION:
There is Eucharistic Adoration in both our churches. You are most welcome to come along for an hour, or part of an hour at any time. Tubbercurry, Wednesday from 10am to 7pm and in Cloonacool on Thursday from 10am to 12 noon.
Athletics Competition takes place on Sunday next, 28th April in Kilcoyne Park. Registration opens from 2.30pm with the first race at 3pm sharp.
On Tuesday evening, Bishop Kevin Doran, Bishop of Elphin, officially took on the added responsibility of being Apostolic Administrator
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: COMMUNITY GAMES: APOSTOLIC ADMINISTRATOR:
of the Diocese of Achonry. This means that he is responsible for the day-to-day life of our diocese. Achonry continues to be a diocese in its own right and life in the diocese will continue in the normal way. Parish life too, continues and will all strive to work together in the name of The Gospel. The intention is that, in time and after planning and discussion the dioceses of Achonry and Elphin will merge. This is a process and will take some time. Please remember both dioceses, Bishop Keving and our former Bishop, Paul, in your prayers as we face the future together, with hope and confidence.
PARENTS AND TODDLERS:
Sessions are held on Tuesdays from 10am - 12 noon. This is a great opportunity for children to play and socialise in a safe, comfortable environment whilst being supervised by their parents/ guardians and also provides an opportunity for the parents/ guardians to meet others, form a support network etc. Staff at the Centre prepare the room with toys and equipment and provide refreshments (Tea, coffee and biscuits for the adults and juice for the children). A microwave is available in the kitchen, we have a nappy changing table, potty, baby swing chair and cushions for breastfeeding. Fees are payable on arrival - €3 per week. Newcomers always welcome.
The hall in our community centre is ideal for classes/workshops.
We currently have availability for new classes / new Tutors, workshops etc. Email your details to info@benwiskincentre.com or call us on 071 9176721 to arrange a viewing.
A new block of 6 week classes with commence on Wed.
TUTORS: TAI CHI:
1st May 2024 from 7.30pm – 8.30pm with Philip Scanlon, fees €48 for the block of 6 classes, payment due on the first night. Pay as you go option €9 per week. Newcomers welcome to join any week.
GENTLE AEROBIC EXERCISES FOR THE OVER 60’S:
Classes are held on Monday mornings with Sinead from 11.30am - 12.15pm. Pay as you go option available at €10 per week. Option also to pay for a block of classes. Please call 071 9176721 to reserve your place.
Fees are payable to the Tutor on attendance.
These classes are held on Tuesday evenings from 7pm – 7.45pm also with Sinead. Pay as you go option available at €10 per week. Option also to pay for a block of classes. Please call 071 9176721 to reserve your place. Fees are payable to the Tutor on attendance.
CIRCUIT TRAINING CLASSES: COMMUNITY ORGANIC GARDEN PROJECT AT THE BENWISKIN CENTRE:
Sessions are just resuming, they are held on Tuesdays from 9.30am - 11.30am and will run until end of September/early October 2024 so newcomers very welcome. As there is plenty of knowledge between current participants, the group have agreed to work together without a tutor at this time, but we are seeking funding to assist with employing a Tutor for this project.
Update with progress to follow. Tasks are discussed between the group and delegated between the group on a weekly basis.
This project provides a great opportunity to make new friends whilst learning / improving skills, learn to grow fruit and veg from seeds / seedlings, Includes organic gardening, pesticide free, use of polytunnel and outdoor area, trying new plant varieties, use of seaweed/farm manure as fertiliser, seed saving, rotation of plant groups to minimise plant disease, composting, harvesting, visits to other local organic gardens etc.
Barbara Clinton, Lisa Molloy and Michael Loughlin at the AdVic annual conference in the Radisson Blu Hotel. A cheque was presented to AdVic to help them continuing to to provide specialist counselling for both children and adults impacted by homicide.
For those of you who don’t know me, my name is Devril Elliott. I am a mum to Jack and Holly, who are my be all and end all. I am a passionate homebaker with a very creative mind for all things cake. My hobby and obsession for baking intensified over lockdown as a way of keeping my mind active and stress free. I would 100% recommend baking as therapy and it’s my go to whenever I need to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. As a result my lockdown hobby became a business known as Debba Bakes and I am coming up on my third birthday. I am extremely proud of myself and so grateful to all of my lovely customers. The name Debba Bakes is inspired from my niece who could never pronounce Devril as a child. I have never had any formal training so I would say I am organic and if at first you don’t succeed try again. That is why I would like to pass on some of the knowledge I have learned over the years by giving you an insight into my week involving all things cake, recipe of the week and a tip or two.