AROUND THE DISTRICTS
Ardcath/ Clonalvy CONTACT ME
Any news or items of interest contact Iris @0864033557 or email irismaryg@gmail.com
PARISH NOTICE
From Saturday the 13th February and each following Saturday until further notice Fr. Brendan will be in Ardcath Church from 3.00pm to 3.30pm and Clonalvy from 3.30-4pm. This is to facilitate Parishioners who wish to book Anniversary Masses, Weddings, and Baptisms and to get Mass Cards and Mass Bouquets.
PROTECT OUR BIRDS
As we head into the nesting season, BirdWatch Ireland wishes to remind everyone that, under the Wildlife Acts, the cutting of hedgerows and the burning of gorse and other vegetation are prohibited between 1st March and 31st August. It is important to note that all wild birds are protected under national and EU law, and most stringently of all during the period when they are breeding, i.e., when birds seek out and establish territories, find a mate, begin nest-building and then lay their eggs and rear their chicks. Mass Online
To find us online please go to currahaparish.ie or Ardcathand click on the Mass icon just at the Mass time. Please let family and neighbours know. May I wish you and your families every blessing for 2021 and let us remember each other in our prayers. If any elderly or vulnerable in our parishes require help over the coming weeks, please don’t hesitate to contact the parish 01-8350136 and assistance will be organised. If you know of fellow parishioners, neighbours living alone please check on them preferably by phone.
COMMUNITY CALL HELPLINE
1800 - 808 809 (Freephone) 9am - 5pm 7 days a week. People over 70 and those who are vulnerable, can seek assistance if they need help accessing food, medicines or essential supplies. Meath communities are #InThisTogether. #StaySafe
We can all help by checking our neighbours, especially those living alone who might just need someone to talk to and ask them are they ok.
SUPPORT LINE FOR OLDER PEOPLE
COVID-19 Support Line for Older People ALONE manage a national support line and additional supports for older people who have concerns or are facing difficulties relating to the outbreak of COVID-19 The support line is open seven days a week, 8am - 8pm, by calling 0818 222 024.
Bellewstown CONTACT ME
Any news or items of interest contact Iris @0864033557 or email irismaryg@gmail.com
DULEEK BELLEWSTOWN GAA JOINS HEART PROGRAM
The club has joined the GAA’s community Heart Program and created a fundraising page to acquire their very own on-site AED. What’s an AED? An AED (Automated External Defibrillator) is a medical device that can help save the life of a person experiencing cardiac arrest by delivering an electric shock to re-establish the normal heart rhythm. Duleek Bellewstown GAA need YOUR help to reach their goal of €2,150. Every euro raised will help Bellewstown get closer to acquiring an AED for use by the Gaelic and Pitch & Putt Club and the Bellewstown community. Please make a donation today: https://savealife.communityheartprogram.com/gaa/ page/duleekbellewstown-meath This is a vital piece of equipment that we NEED at our Bellewstown facilities.
COMMUNITY CALL HELPLINE
1800–808 809 (Freephone) 9am–5pm 7 days a week. People over 70 and those who are vulnerable, can seek assistance if they need help accessing food, medicines or essential supplies. Meath communities are #InThisTogether. #StaySafe
BELLEWSTOWN P & P
With hopes of opening up soon, we would ask members to pay their membership fees; we know that you did not get much use last year, but the course must be maintained and that costs money. Thank you to those who have paid so far, it is much appreciated. The works team has been working non-stop all year and great strides have been made in making it as good as it can be.
WOMEN’S AID
So many women who experience domestic abuse suffer in silence. We’re here to put an end to the silence and to the abuse. Call us on 1800 341 900. We will listen. We will support you. You are not alone.
MASSES ONLINE
Please be advised that Sunday Mass will be streamed live at
11.00 am during lock down from St Cianán’s Church.
PROTECT OUR BIRDS
As we head into the nesting season, BirdWatch Ireland wishes to remind everyone that, under the Wildlife Acts, the cutting of hedgerows and the burning of gorse and other vegetation are prohibited between 1st March and 31st August. It is important to note that all wild birds are protected under national and EU law, and most stringently of all during the period when they are breeding, i.e., when birds seek out and establish territories, find a mate, begin nest-building and then lay their eggs and rear their chicks.
Tullyallen CONTACT ME
If you would like to see your news in this part of the newspaper, birthday, wedding anniversary, achievement, new addition to the family or anything that might be of interest to the local community, please have no hesitation in contacting. Give me a ring at 087 6366605 or pop me an email at hilary.a.kelly@gmail.com But one thing to remember is that the deadline to get your items to me is Friday Lunchtime as the paper will now be in the shelves from Tuesday mornings.
ZOOM MASSES
Following the positive responses to Saturday night zoom Masses during Lent we have decided to continue with Zoom Masses on Saturday nights. These have been set up as a recurring meeting and if you register on the link on our Parish Facebook Page Mellifont Parish-Tullyallen you will be sent an email link to the service. You might like to try the experience. Also for those not familiar with Zoom there are some handy instructions on our Parish Facebook Page. Link as follows: https://zoom.us/meeting/ register/tJ0pfuyvpjopEtQ_hnnLE8FVyk_ZN44Ado9g
MINISTERS OF THE WORD
Seeking New Ministers of the Word, Holy Communion, Altar
Society, Cleaning, Pastoral Council, Finance Committee, Hall Committee, Contact for details 041-9838520.
MELLIFONT PARISH EASTER GREETING FOR PARISHIONERS:
These are challenging times: each of us is struggling with our own individual circumstances: frontline work; reduced income; unemployment; anxiety; isolation; lack of routine; domestic tensions, and many other issues. Some parishioners are trying to facilitate other avenues of income for upkeep of the Parish; as we have no envelope income since Mass is being celebrated without a congregation. Parishioners, who wish to and are able to, might use one of the following: Standing order forms are available either in the porch of the church or we can post one to you if you message our Facebook page Mellifont Parish-Tullyallen.
The Parish have linked up with idonate to facilitate on-line donations. By clicking the link on our Facebook Page you will be brought to the Parish of Mellifont page where you will be given the opportunity to make a one-off OR regular donation to the Parish. The link is: https://www.idonate. ie/mellifontparish. Cheques can be made out to Mellifont Parish. Contribution envelopes can now be returned at this time to the Parochial House or drop them into the box in Centra Shop, Tullyallen or you may wish to store them until you return to Mass. Many thanks to Niall Lynch for his assistance and support in enabling parishioners to return their contribution envelopes. Your support is gratefully appreciated these days.
TRÓCAIRE BOXES
Trócaire Boxes can be returned to Centra Shop. Your support for the Trócaire Lenten Campaign is gratefully appreciated.
Public Mass is now suspended Our church is open daily 10am to 4pm for solitary and private prayer. A section of our church has been cordoned off in order to facilitate private prayer in a sanitised area. We would ask kindly if every visitor to our church would use this area only at this time of Covid-19. Weekly Bulletins are available in church in this area.
THE WHOLE SHEBANG CHILDREN’S CAMPS
A lot of Tullyallen children are familiar with ‘The Whole Shebang Children’s Camps’ and will be glad to know that they are planning their summer camps again this year in Knockbridge and Tullyallen. The dates were finalized last week and the children in Tullyallen can avail of 2 dates. This camp is aimed at children 4 years to 12 years and costs €55 per child or €50 for the second child in a family or €45 for the 3rd child in your family. Week 1 is Monday 5th to Friday 9th July and week 2 is Monday 9th to Friday 13th August in the Glen Emmets GAA pitch. This camp is a favourite with all the Tullyallen children and takes in all sorts of activities such as Sports, Dancing, Art, Craft, Water Games and lots more. The camp is starts at 9.30am to 2pm and it is advisable to book your place sooner rather than later to secure your child’s place. Telephone or text Mark Hoey on 085 7280376.
EMMETS WALKWAY
With the long evenings upon us, The Glen Emmets ‘Lights on’ initiative is over till next autumn! But the grounds are still open and they encourage everyone to get up and get out for a walk and take advantage of these gorgeous spring evenings. They wish to say Thanks to everyone for all the positive messages they received about their walking track and are delighted to see it being so well used.
TULLYALLEN MEN’S SHED
Well done to our Men’s Shed members who are working away, all on their own at the moment but great to see that their good work is not being hampered by the current restrictions. They have a limited number of large vegetable planters (30” square) available. Contact any member of the Men’s Shed or PM them on their Facebook page to secure yours before they are all gone. All proceeds go towards the Men’s
Shed. The members would like to say a massive Thank You to Derek & Michael at Watters Bros Drumcashel, Stabannon for giving them wood for their projects, this is very much appreciated.
HELP FOR MENTAL HEALTH
‘The Five Ways to Wellbeing during Tough Times’ is an upcoming online workshop with Mental Health Ireland taking place this Thursday April 15th at 7pm. Booking is limited for this one so it is advised to act fast and register via https://book.timify. com/services... to reserve a spot
LOTTO RESULTS
The Glen Emmets Lotto sponsored by The Morning Star is running weekly but due to the COVID restrictions it is now being held in Lynch’s Centra, Tullyallen for the time being. The results for the draw that took place on Tuesday 6th April 2021 is as follows: The Grand Prize was for €7,100 and there was no winner. The numbers drawn were 23, 29, 5 & 8. The four Lucky dip winners are Fr. Larry Caraher, Eleanor Downey, Sheila Wood & John Carey who receive €25 each. Next week’s draw is for €7,100. You can see this online on the Glen Emmets Facebook page and tickets are on sale in Centra Tullyallen or go onto the Glen Emmets Web page where you can set up your weekly draw numbers and payment. But not to worry if you are not internet savvy, if you would like your envelope collected, contact any member of the Emmets and they can organize to collect your envelope.
GLEN EMMETS REGISTRATION 2021 DATES
Registration for the Glen Emmets 2021 opened on March 1st. All registrations are online this year and a link for this is listed on the Glen Emmets Facebook page. You must be registered by 30th April 2021. The Annual Membership fees are as follows: Adult Player–€175 (this includes one year lotto).
Adult Non Player €100 (this includes one year lotto). One Juvenile €150 (this includes one adult non player member for lotto purposes).Additional Juvenile is €20 (No Lotto included). Social membership is €40 (For inclusion in Scór etc.) Membership includes lotto with immediate effect, plus 12 months to March 2022 *Social membership does not include Lotto or voting rights at AGM.
GAA SUMMER SPORTS CAMP SPORTS COACH SEARCH
The GAA are starting to recruit their Summer Sports Coaches. To apply, take a look on the GAA website and complete the forms on there. Coaches need to be 18 + years, have a minimum coaching requirement–foundation coaching award / introduction to Gaelic games. To have completed the Garda Vetting / Access NI and also to have completed the GAA child safe guarding course. They are also recruiting Assistant Coaches for some counties (not all counties are accepting assistant coaches but check on the GAA website for further details). The role of Assistant coach allows 16-18 year olds work at Cúil Camps once accompanied by a qualified GAA coach.