Ecology trail sign unveiled in Dromiskin
EMMETS GFC
The Table Quiz takes place in Kennedy’s Bar on Friday, October 20 at 9.30pm. Table of 4 is €40 with all proceeds going to pitch upkeep.
The Annual Nominations meeting will be held on October 26 and the AGM on November 16. The Annual mass is on November 8.
The U16 girls team had a good win over St Pats in the championship semi final. Team: Grainne Lyunch; Finnoula Krby, Eva Toal, Tara Litchfield; Ciara Sharkey, Caoimhe Kampes, Enya Kampes, Leah Hoey; Anna Murphy, Caoimhe Coleman, Blaithin McFadden; Ella McEnteggart, Eimer McEnteggart, Beth Deery; Sinead Quigley, Ciara Lennon, Lucy Litchfield, Caoibheann Brady.
A fantastic display of quality football saw the girls U14 team clinch a final spot in the A Championship when they overcame Cooley by a single point in a was a very sporting game played in great spirit. The girls showed great character, particularly in the second half when the game was in the melting pot. Team: Chloe Conlon, Eabha McEnaney, Sinead Kneel, Katie Cotter, Emily McElroy, Enya Kampes, Caoibheann Brady, Ciara Sharkey, Ella McEnteggart, Abbie McElroy, Kerri Litchfield, Lucy Litchfield, Caoimhe Daly, Ciara Lennon, Grainne Lynch, Sophia Stitt, Bronagh Cowan Sarah Laurence, Caitlin Lenehan, Katie Clarke, Emily Hoey, Ava Connolly, Hermione McAleer, Aisling Quigley , Grainne Cumiskey.,
Application forms for the Charlie McAllister Bursary Scheme 2017 are available from secretary.kilkerleyemmets.louth@ gaa.ie
LIVE WEB STREAMING
We are delighted to announce that we have installed webcams in the church. This will benefit parishioners at home and abroad who wish to watch the services online. To access the system please go to the pastoral area website www.ourladyqueenof peacepa.org or www.mcnmedia. tv.
The webcam can be viewed on P.Cs, laptops, iPads, iPhones, kindle etc. Please note the service is now live. For further information please contact Joe or Alex at MCN Media .TV. 0044 28 8773 9580. The village of Dromiskin is certainly living up to its motto of embracing ecology and buzzing with biodiversity with the installation of a fourth statement sign to complete the Ecology Trail in the village.
Designed by Vision Design, and with financial assistance from Applegreen, the attractive and informative double sided panel highlights the ecological value of the Red Bog, identified as an important wetland in the community, which is now contained within the Applegreen complex.
Tuesday nights from 7.00pm to 8.00pm. For more info contact Alan on 857326964. All welcome.
ST BRIDES GFC
Lotto on Monday of last week had a Jackpot of €8,200 of which there was no winner.
Numbers drawn, 12, 14, 15, 21. Match Three Winners got €100 each for David J Mc Ardle and Dara McNally. Lotto continued on Monday of this week October 2, for a jackpot of €8,400. Tickets on sale (Priced €2) from Mac Namee’s Bar, Mc Guinness’s Bar Dundalk, Mc Keown’s Bar Dundalk, Giovanni’s Chipper, Brodigan’s Shop, Cluskey’s Bar, Finnegan’s Foodstore Louth, Harrys Bar Dundalk, Copper Kettle Dundalk, any Committee Member/Player or play online at www.stbridesgfc.com We wish to thank you for your continued support.
ADULT CHOIR
Knockbridge adult and also the youth choirs are looking for new members: Singers and musicians. If you wish to join please contact 085 1240620.
IRISH DANCING
Dearbla Roddy continues her classes in the Parish Centre on Thursday at 4.00pm and her contact number is 086 8242670.
CEMETERY MAP
A new Graveyard Map has been erected on the side of the church. The names of all those interred have been included. Future burials shall be recorded with details sent to irishgrave-
Peter McKeown from Applegreen was on hand to see the sign unveiled recently on a public green space close to the Applegreen facility. The site is located along a very popular walking route which is an ideal location for catching attention thereby increasing the potential to create awareness.
The reverse side of the panel is dedicated to providing advice and tips on pollinator friendly gardening practices so that all residents in the community
yards.ie. A new up to date sign will be erected in the summer of 2020.
PARISH NEWS
Confessions are available on Monday from 9.30pm -10.00pm, at the end of Eucharistic Adoration, and at any time ‘by request’.
The best way to book Masses is to call to the sacristy before or after Mass any day (Monday evening; Wednesday and Friday mornings–except First Friday; Saturday evening, or Sunday morning), as the Mass book is usually kept there.
Please pray for Bridget Kieran, Readypenny, Fr William Murtagh, Clogherhead, Babs
Dunbar, Leamington Spa, England, Mary Mooney, Allardstown, Paddy O’Connell, Haggardstown, Michael McArdle, Tullcahan.
Baptisms will take place every fourth Sunday of the month after 11.30am mass and a baptism course will be held each month with course dates posted in the Church Porch.
Parish Secretary position is available to provide secretarial/admin support to the Parish Priest. Previous experience as a secretary or administrative assistant is required. Send your CV to Fr Gerry Campbell on or before October 4, 2017.
The next Team meeting is tonight Tuesday, October 3 in Knockbridge Parochial House at 7.30pm. Special Ministers of the
Eucharist in the Pastoral Area are invited to an evening of reflection in Kilkerley Community Centre tomorrow Wednesday can play their part in getting Dromiskin buzzing!
Mairead Mc Guinness MEP, Vice President of the European Parliament, who attended the unveiling complimented Applegreen on their corporate responsibility which resulted in their support for this local initiative. She also praised the members of Dromiskin Tidy Towns for their ambitious work programme which includes active support for the National Pollinator Plan.
October 4 at 8.00pm. Presenters are Sr. Anne Long and Mrs Sharon Dunne. Light refreshment afterwards.
Ministers of the Word in the Pastoral Area are invited to an evening of reflection in the Church of the Immaculate Conception Lout on Wednesday October 11 at 8.00pm. Presenter is Deacon Philip Carder. Light refreshments afterwards in the Church meeting room.
BUS SERVICE
Flexibus Local Link is running a bus service from Knockbridge to Dundalk every Friday. The pick up time for this service is 9.00am and the return time is 12.30am. For more information on this service or to book a seat ring 1800 303 707.
TUSLA
Louth Tulsa are urgently recruiting foster carers for children in your area so if you are interested in further details please contact the fostering team on 042 9392201.
BINGO
Parish Bingo this Thursday and each Thursday , at 8.30 in the Parish Centre all welcome. €550 in Prizes each week. Raffle plus Jackpot of €1,000.
IN NEED
From time to time families and individuals can find themselves in real need. It may be big or small, short or long term, so if you find yourself in that space why not contact St Vincent de Paul Society on 0873518684.
LIVE WEB STREAMING
We are delighted to announce that we have installed webcams in the church. This will benefit parishioners at home and abroad who wish to watch the services online. To access the system please go to the pastoral area website www.ourladyqueenof peacepa.org or www.mcnmedia. tv.
The webcam can be viewed on P.Cs, laptops, iPads, iPhones, kindle etc. Please note the service is now live. For further information please contact Joe or Alex at MCN Media .TV. 0044 28 8773 9580.