Achonry/ Mullinabreena

FR BRENDAN’S ORDINATION

Sunday, July 24, last saw the Ordination of Fr Brendan McCarrick take place in the parish of Achonry/ Mullinabreena. Brendan was ordained by Bishop Brendan Kelly in the Church of the Sacred Heart Mullinabreena to a large crowd of invited guests. The Sligo Cathedral Choir provided the powerful musical accompaniment on the day. It was a great occasion for Brendan, for his proud parents James and Mary and his entire family who attended in great numbers.

Fr Brendan’s first Mass was held in the same venue on Monday evening, July 25. The local choir ably provided the musical accompaniment on this occasion. A packed church of parishioners joined in the celebration and a reception was held in St Nathy’s Hall afterwards. A presentation was made by the Parish committee on the night also. Best wishes are extended to Fr Brendan who now jets off to Detriot, Michigan, USA to take up his placement with the Pallottine community.

Great credit goes to the Fr Peter Gallagher and of course the whole parish committee for coming together to organise the event. From the local choir, who practised diligently for weeks, to the ushers, car park attendants, caterers and everyone who assisted in any way in co- celebrating the big event in the parish. It’s great to see the people of the community working in unison to make such an event a great success.

SOCIAL

The Achonry/ Mullinabreena and South Sligo emigrant/ local reunion takes place on Tuesday, August 9, at 9 p. m. in Killoran’s, Tubbercurry. Music by Mary Rose and Enda. Cover charge is € 5 with light refreshments included. This event coincides with the Tubbercurry Old Fair Day festival week.

GAA SUMMER CAMP

Coolaney/ Mullinabreena GAA will, for the first time, this Summer hold their own children’s Summer camp. It will be held On August 22, 23rd, and 24th in Coolaney Community Park from 10 a. m. till 2 p. m. each day. It is being run in conjunction with the Sligo GAA coaching and games committee. It’s open for all children from ages five to 12 inclusive. Contact Pádraig McGourty 086 8106431 or Gerry Lee 086 8282263 for details.

LOCAL SCHOOL REUNION

The Carrowmore School reunion will take place on Saturday, August 13. Visit the old school, see exhibits, meet the teachers and then enjoy a great night of music and reminiscences in the Mountain Inn, Coolaney. Register your intention to attend ( 087 2861771) and if you have any old photos, please email tocarrowmorens@ gmail. com.

CORRESPONDENCE

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