KILLAVULLEN
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Enrolments for new pupils are now being accepted at both Ballygown and Killavullen National Schools. For further information visit www.killavullenns.ie or www. ballygown.ie and click on the ‘Admissions’ tab for more information on the procedure.
AS YOU TRAVEL THROUGH LIFE – ANON
As you travel through life there will always be times
When decisions just have to be made, When the choices are hard, and solutions seem scarce,
And the rain seems to soak your parade. There are some situations where all you can do
Is simply let go and move on, Gather your courage and choose a direction
That carries you toward a new dawn. So pack up your troubles and take a step forward -
The process of change can be tough, But think about all the excitement ahead And look past the road that’s been rough. There might be adventures you never imagined
Just waiting around the next bend, And wishes and dreams just about to come true
In ways you can’t yet comprehend! Perhaps you’ll find friendships that spring from new things
As you challenge your status quo, And learn there are many options in life If you just learn to trust and let go. Perhaps you’ll find warmth and affection and caring
And somebody special who’s there To help you stay centered and listen with interest
To stories and feelings you share. Perhaps you’ll find comfort in knowing your friends
Are supportive of all that you do, And believe that whatever decisions you make,
Are the right choices for you.
So keep putting one foot in front of the other,
And taking your life day by day... There’s a brighter tomorrow that’s just down the road -
Don’t look back! You’re not going that way!
PENPALS WANTED!
Tara Thornton from Innishannon has set up a pen pal scheme – ‘Penpal Cork’ - to help connect those in nursing homes and long term residential care in the county who are feeling the impact of Covid-19 restrictions.
If you are interested you can contact Tara at penpalcork@gmail.com and she will get in touch soon with a pen pal for you to make a connection with. You can also email Tara if you know of somebody who may benefit from the simple joy of getting a letter in the post.
VOLUNTEER GROUPS
In Killavullen 2 groups have been set up in response to cocooning and self-isolation requests by the government. One group is a telephone group and the second group is a willing hands group.
If you are cocooning or isolating and this service would be of benefit to you please contact Gillian at 086-3845655 to be included and tell your friends.
PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL
If you are self-isolating and need help with picking up shopping, a friendly phonecall, posting mail or urgent supplies then call the parish office (022-46578) and a local member of the pastoral council will contact you to assist.
MALLOW MEALS ON WHEELS
Mallow Meals on Wheels can provide a hot meal with either soup or a dessert Monday to Saturday for €5 per day to anybody in our parish who may wish to continue to avail of this service to get a hot meal delivered daily. If you would like more information, please contact Sheila at 085-2414879.
COMMUNITY CALL HELPLINE
Cork County Council run a community call helpline. This service is available to those who need practical support of someone to talk to. They can help with delivery of food, medication, fuel or other household items. They provide a service for people to talk to someone or to keep in touch with you. If you want to make contact for yourself please ring 1800-805819, text 0858709010 or email covidsupport@corkcoco. ie If you are seeking help for a relative or a friend call 021 4285517.
MASS
Mass is broadcast live every day at RTE NewsNow TV at 10.30am. On every second Sunday, Mass is broadcast at 11am on RTE TV One; on the other Sunday it is found on RTE NewsNow at 2.15pm. The readings of the day can be found at the parish website: www.killavullenparish.ie
Please note the parish office at Ballygriffin is open, e-mail: parishofkillavullen@ gmail.com
STREET ANGELS
Street Angels is a volunteer group founded by Michael and Hazel Dennehy. It is a group that supports those affected by homelessness and addiction in conjunction with the Remar Recovery Home in County Tipperary. Their mission is to provide support to people who may find themselves in a position of need.
Every second Monday they can be found in Cork and Limerick providing a hot meal, clothing, toiletries, sleeping bags and support for those who really need it. Caitriona Horgan, Shonee, has recently begun volunteering with this group and is willing to collect and take items to Street Angels if you have them to offer. You can make arrangements, by text, for your donations by contacting Caitriona at 086-3798959.