ABBEYFEALE
NEW MASS TIMES
Mass times in Abbeyfeale will change from January 1, 2018. Saturday evening Mass will now be @ 6.30pm and Sunday morning Mass will be at 9.15am. Holy days morning Mass @ 11am & 6.30pm. (Saturday January 6 is Little Christmas and a Holy Day.)
GLÓRACH NOTES:
On Wednesday, January 3 we will be screening the 2015 film, Brooklyn. Based on the Colm Tóibín novel, and starring Saoirse Ronan, the film offers a wonderful snapshot of 1950s Ireland and the experience of a young emigrant to New York. The screening takes place at 8 pm and all are welcome. Later on in the month we will be having an International Concert on Thursday, January 18, with an array of fantastic musicians lined up for the night. On the drama front, rehearsals are well underway for the production of the Sam Cree play, Second Honeymoon. Presented by the Abbeyside players, under the direction of Merce Hobson, this comedy will have you rolling in the aisles with laughter when it takes to the Glórach Stage in the New Year. For any queries or bookings don’t hesitate to call 0871383940.
PARISH CLERKS COLLECTION:
This will be taken up at all Masses over the weekend of January 6/7.
LIVE CRIB IN DUAGH:
Located behind St Brigid=92s church, the crib will remain open to the public until Sunday January 7, 2018. Open daily 10.00am to 9.00pm.
FUNDRAISER
An Afternoon Tea Dance will take place at Fr. Casey=92s Clubhouse on Sunday, January 14 to raise funds for Fr. Martin McCormack=92s Projects in Swaziland. Fr. Martin, who is from Ballydesmond is a member of the Salesian Missionaries based in Pallaskenry. Music will be provided by Sheila Fitzgerald and Mike Sheehan and Ted McCarthy so a great afternoon=92s dancing is assured to shake down the excesses of the Christmas. Admission is only €5 and a raffle will be held.
ADULT LEARNING CENTRE
A Level 5 (Full Award) Course starting in January in Childcare early care and education practice at the Further Education & Training Centre, Mountmahon, Abbeyfeale. For further inquiries 068 31198.
MEENKILLY CARD GAME
A fine crowd attended the Christmas card game on Tuesday night, including many visitors home from abroad. All enjoyed the cards in a warm and festive atmosphere. The winners on the night were Connie Collins, Dolly Mangan and Helen Walsh. Runnersup: Liam Lane, Con Lane and Danny O Connell.
Table Prize: Laurence and Margaret Mc Auliffe and Jackie Brouder.
Door Prize: John Oliver O Sullivan and Con Lane.
Raffle Tickets: Seamus Collins, Jimmy O Connell, Nora Riordan, John Murphy, Gobnait Scannell, Michael O Kelly, Tom Neligan, Dan Reidy, Eileen Finnegan, Marian Roche, Betty Curtin, Maureen Roche, Mossie Collins, Hannah Foley, John O Donnell, Kevin O Connor, Laurence Mc Auliffe, Bridget Daughton
Cards will resume on Tuesday, January 9.Thanking you for your support during 2017 and wishing you a peaceful Christmas and a Happy New Year from all in Meenkilly.
ANTI SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR
Anti Social behaviour is when a person acts in a way that causes or, in the circumstances, is likely to cause someone harassment, significant or persistent alarm, distress, fear or intimidation, or impairs their use or enjoyment of their property in a significant or persistent way. Examples of anti social behaviour are intimidation, abusive or threatening behaviour and vandalism. If you are affected you should contact Abbeyfeale Garda Station 068 30010..
MY SILVER RIVER FEALE:
The debut CD by talented local singer Eibhlin Broderick is available for sale in Ann Lyons’s The Square.
FINBAR WRIGHT CONCERT:
It’s 50 years next year since the Church of the Assumption was opened and to celebrate the Jubilee Year we are having Finbar Wright in Concert on Friday, February 9, 2018. Tickets available at the following outlets in Abbeyfeale, Moss Harnett’s Spar shop,Twohig’s Supervalue, O’Donoghue’s Spar shop, Ann Lyon’s, The Square and Sean Broderick’s New Street. Kathleen Foodstore in Convent Street. Tickets are also on sale in Templeglantine at Pat Buckley’s shop and at the Post Office in Templeglantine. Tickets are also on sale at Annette’s Adare, All Seasons Ladies Fashions, Bridge Street, Newcastle west and the butcher shop in Ardagh. Contact 089/4356981and leave a message if you wish to order tickets.
COMMUNITY ALERT:
Please keep an eye on elderly neighbours, it need only be a telephone call or just dropping in for a few minutes on your way home from work but showing that you care could mean the world to someone. If you have been a victim of crime call the crime victims helpline on Freephone 116 006 between 10=975.30pm Monday to Friday.
The Housing Aid for Older People Scheme used to improve the condition of an older person’s home is aimed at people 66 years of age and older and is means tested. People with a disability or who are elderly can apply for a grant to purchase grab rails, a level access shower, access ramps or a stair lift. Contact 061 496000 for further details. Committee members are Sean Broderick, Micheal O’Kelly N.T., Seamus Stack, Mossie Gleeson, Kathleen Collins, Mary McArthur, Buddy and Brenda Barry, John O’Sullivan, Billy Quirke N.T., Cllr. Francis Foley, Mary Jo O’Connell, James Joy, Denis Collins, Marian Harnett.
SUPPORT GROUP
Abbeyfeale Bereavement Support Group Tel. 068/31230 or 068/51984 or 068/31262.
ST. ITA’S DAYCARE
The Day Care Centre located near the Church and beside the Glórach Theatre hosts two open days every week. An open invitation has been issued to anyone who would like to join them for a four course lunch on Tuesdays and Wednesdays followed by dancing, bingo, cards and afternoon tea. The cost is just €10 per person. They also say that the Day Care Centre Bus and care are available to provide transport where possible.
SVP SHOP:
If you have an hour or two to spare why not consider volunteering your time to help the work of St Vincent de Paul. If you are interested contact Fr Tony on 0872600414. The Abbeyfeale shop will open Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday each week between 10-4pm. Further information 087 1213560.
CRAFTY CORNER:
Meets every Tuesday evening in the West Limerick Resources Hub Room based in the Further Education & Training Centre Abbeyfeale, from 7pm to 9pm. New members are welcome. Contact West Limerick Resources on 068 31198 or Madeline on 087 9707989.
FOOD BANK:
The Street Life Food Bank will provide food for families and individuals in West Limerick. The Bank will be open on Fridays at the Newcastle West Bible Fellowship, North Quay from 10am. If you or someone you know is struggling to feed their family then the Street Life Food Bank is there to help. Further information from 086 2157975.
PADRE PIO
Devotions on the first Tuesday of the month in Monagae Church at 7pm. Blessing with 1st. class relic.