Ardee/Collon
DELIGHT IN JOHN STREET AND BOHERNAMOE, ARDEE.
There is delight in John Street and Bohernamoe, Ardee at the news that Ciarán Geraghty, has just been awarded a First Class Honours degree (LLB) in Law from London Metropolitan University.
Ciarán is the eldest grandson of P.J. and Breda Geraghty from John Street, Ardee and Kathleen and the late Larry Conlon (local historian and former Chairman of Ardee Town Commissioners) from Bohernamoe.
Ciarán, who also won the Mansfield Prize for law, is now going to Hertford College, Oxford University, to study for a Master’s degree in law (BCL).
PATSY COLEMAN BECAME A KEEPER IN 1979
A little snippet from 1979 and I wonder, did Patsy Coleman finally retire after this game, 22 years after winning an All-Ireland medal!
‘Holders St Mary’s, suffered another damaging blow to their hopes of retaining the A.C.C. Cup (Special S.F.L.) when they went under to St Fechin’s by 2-7 to 3-1 at Termonfcckin on Sunday.
The Deesiders were minus so many regulars that Patsy Coleman, right-half on Louth’s ‘57 All-Ireland, side, came out of long retirement to fill the goalkeeping position.
Best for the winners: M. Sweeney, V. McGlew, P. Briscoc, M. McDermott, J, Mc-Donnell and T. Mullery. And for the losers: Jim Clifford, J McMullen, Denis McCoy, K. Kerr and M. Donald.
.St. Feckin’s marksmen : F. Devlin 1-4, Pat McDermott 1-0, T. O’Shea 0-2 and J. McDonnell 0-1. St. Mary’s: M. Mc-Donald 1-1, Jim Tenanty and F. Gillcspic 1-0 each.
Referee: Paddy McCullough.
MATTOCK RANGERS
Lotto Numbers drawn were 1, 2, 24, & 29.
No €100 Match 3 Winner. Next Jackpot will be €3,000
Mattock Rangers lotto is sponsored by No 3 Wine Bar and Restaurant which is now open 5 days a week from Wednesday to Sunday
JUNIOR EINSTEIN AT THE MARY’S
IT promises to be great fun at the Junior Einstein’s science club. It takes place in St Mary’s GAA clubhouse from October 10, 10.30am to 11.30am and runs for a 5 week term. The kids wear lab coats and goggles and its suitable for 6-12 year olds.
ARDEE CALENDAR
Ardee Credit Union are looking for photographs to appear in the 2021 Calendar.
This is a great opportunity for budding photographers to showcase their take on “My Place, My Community” and have their photograph published. This competition is open to all age categories. Overall Winner will win €250 worth of ArdeeTownVouchers . Professionally framed enlargement for all winning photographs will be awarded.
Entry forms available in all branches
PARISH NEWS
COLLON PÁTRUN & OLD ST MARY’S 2020–Our thanks to all involved in preparing and dressing the cemeteries. The upkeep and maintenance of Collon Cemetery to a high standard all year round is a Parish Priority.
Because we were unable to have the annual collection for the upkeep of Collon Cemetery on Pátrun day this year, please place your donation in the collection boxes in Collon Church or hand in to the Parish Office or via the facility for online donations. Your support is essential to maintain the cemetery.
Please God the Patrun Day and the Blessing of the Graves can be celebrated in the usual way next year.
FINANCIAL SUPPORT OF OUR PARISH–The income for the upkeep of our parish has fallen dramatically in recent months due to the Covid 19 restrictions.
The Collection at Masses is not now taken up in the usual way. Please use the collection boxes provided at the doors of the Church on entry or leaving. We appeal for your continued support of the Parish and the Priest Dues.
We encourage you to use the online banking facility. If you need any assistance with this, contact Sinéad in the Parish Office 685 0920. Everyones support is essential and very much appreciated. Many thanks.
Here are the relevant bank details for online donations: A/C Name: Ardee Parochial IBAN:IE03BOFI90316224860443 BIC: BOFIIE2D. A/C Name: Collon Parochial IBAN:IE35BOFI90316243235547 BIC: BOFIIE2D
Due to ongoing Government Restrictions, we continue to have a Limited Congregation and are observing social distancing rules in both Ardee Church and Collon Church in order to ensure that public worship happens in a safe way. The safety and health of everyone is paramount. Use of Face Coverings while at all Masses and other Liturgical Celebrations is highly recommended. We thank you for your cooperation and understanding during this time of pandemic. We all continue to play our part in staying safe & praying safe.
Masses may be viewed on Parish Webcam: https://churchmedia.
VOLUNTEERS to act as Ushers and Cleaners are needed for the weekend Masses. Please contact the Sacristan in Ardee Church and Collon Church.