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KILFLYNN

KILFLYNN FIRST COMMUNION

Congratulations to the 12 boys and girls from St. Teresa’s National School, Kilflynn who received the sacrament of First Communion in St Mary’s Church, Kilflynn on Saturday 18th May. The celebrant at the edifying ceremony was Fr. Jerry Keane, Abbeydorney P.P. assisted by Rev. Francis White.

The gratitude of all goes to their teacher Mrs Tina O’Connell, Mrs Nora Falvey (Principal), Fr. Keane and the pupil’s parents for all the work and effort they put into the ceremony and its preparation and who contributed to the First Communion Mass which will have a lasting memory for the 12 children.

A special word of thanks to Fergus O’Sullivan, pianist, who accompanied Mrs. O Connell’s and the school choir.

The children who received their Communion/blessing were Connor England, Annabel Galvin, Dylan Ryan, Aleyah Barry, Eoghan Cunningham, Daithi Lynch, Jake McAuliffe, Sean Twomey, Darragh Sheehan, Finn McElligott, Brogan Mullins and Sophie-Mai Herbert.

To all involved we say ‘Well done’. May the Lord bless them and their families.

CROTTA LOTTO RESULTS

Herbert’s Bar, Kilflynn was the venue for the Crotta Hurling Club weekly lotto draw on Monday 20th May. The Four numbers drawn out of the drum by the independent observer: Sonny Egan, Garrynagore, Lixnaw were 1,17,20 and 28. There was no winner of the 2,000 Jackpot.

Congratulations to the following who won €35 in the lucky dip draw: J.P McElligott, Leam,Kilflynn, Liam Kennelly, Rathea, Listowel and Aiden Behan, Muckenagh, Lixnaw. The next draw will take place in Parker’s Pub, Kilflynn on Monday night 27th May at 10.30p.m with a €2,100 Jackpot.

Tickets available 3 for €5 online visit www.crottagaa.club or this link https://play.clubforce.com/play_ newa.asp?ll_id=427#Anchor or Herbert’s Bar/Village Store, Parker’s Pub, Zam Zam Kabab, Foley Shop Lixnaw, Abbeydorney Post Office or from Club ticket sellers. Many thanks to all who contribute to our weekly Club Lotto. The Club cannot emphasise enough the importance of our members promoting the Club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues.

OLD CEMETERY PRAYER EVENING

We have a remembrance evening for all those buried in the old cemetery in Kilflynn village on Wednesday 12th June, at 7 30p.m joining us will be Fr. Jerry Keane and Rev Jim Stevens.

Please join us to recall and honour the memory of our families and neighbours and all that have gone before us, and those that may no longer have people to remember them.

This gathering will give everybody the opportunity, if they wish, to contribute to the upkeep of the cemetery. looking forward to seeing you, and others who may be interested in joining our prayer evening. There will be light refreshments afterwards in St Columba’s Centre. In the event of unsuitable weather conditions, the ceremony will be held indoors.

CEMETERY MASSES

Killahan - Monday 1st July at 7.00 p.m. Kyrie Eleison - Tuesday 2nd July at 7.00 p.m. St. Mary’s, Kilflynn- Wednesday 3rd July at 7.00 p.m.

ACTIVE RETIRED GROUP

The Abbeydorney/Kilflynn Active Retired Group social meeting on the 22nd May, at the earlier time of 8.30am in Abbeydorney Parish Hall, as the bus for our day trip to Valentia will be leaving at 9am sharp. The bus is at full capacity now, so only those who have paid a deposit are guaranteed a seat, final payment due before we leave on the day. I hope you are all looking forward to a great day out. Contact Marie 066 7135831.

KILFLYNN CITY RUNNING GROUP

Members of Kilflynn city running group presented a cheque to committee members of St Columba’s Community Centre, Kilflynn, with the proceeds of our Stacks Half Marathon and 10 km run. St Columba’s provides a great amenity for all types of activities - from plays to First Holy Communion parties, Pilates, Get Fit classes, and lots more. Thanks to everyone involved, whether participating or volunteering. €3000 was raised. Hope to see everyone back in Kilflynn

next year for the Stacks Half Marathon and 10km run. Thanks to our sponsors Parker’s bar and Cashel Solicitors, for their continued support.

ABBEYDORNEY/ KILFLYNN CARE GROUP

Summer outing to Killarney on Sunday 9th June. Buses leaving both villages at 11.30a.m Cost €40 per person

ST. MARY’S CHURCH, KILFLYNN

Mass Intention for the week in St. Mary’s Church: on Wednesday 22nd May at 10.00 a.m.

Friday 24th May at 10.00 a.m. and on Saturday 18th May at 6.00 p.m.

Kilflynn Altar Society for May: Sheila Walsh, Mary Moloney, Norah Brady.

Abbeydorney Presbytery Phone number has been disconnected. All queries to the Parish Office 066 4018996.

Parish Office can be contacted by phone 066 4018996 Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. or by email: abbeydorney@dioceseofkerry.ie Webcam has been installed in Kilflynn Church - To watch Masses go to www.dioceseofkerry.ie -- Abbeydorney Parish and click on ‘watch Mass’. Diocesan.

ALONE

The organisation that enables older people age at home are looking for Telephone and Visitation Volunteers to support older people in the community. Call 0801 222 024 please or see ALONE.ie/Volunteer for more information

CAUSEWAY COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL

Major congratulations to Causeway Comprehensive U17 hurlers who were crowned the Limerick Post Primary School u17 Hurling champions at a sun-drenched Mick Neville Park, Rathkeale on Monday 20th May against Scoil Pol. Final Score: Causeway Comprehensive 1-32 Scoil Pol 4-18 after extra time.

Causeway Scorers: The Crotta Hurling Club was represented by Evan O’Sullivan who played a star role at centre forward scoring 0-14. Congrats and Well Done Evan.

KILFLYNN FAIRY FESTIVAL

Unlock the secrets of the fairy realm at the Kilflynn Fairy Festival, happening on June 29th and 30th, 2024! Join us as we kick off the festivities with a grand parade on Saturday at 4.00pm, followed by mesmerising street performances and stage acts that will leave you in awe.

On Sunday morning, venture along our whimsical fairy trail and let your imagination soar. From 11am onwards, indulge in a day filled with laughter and fun, with entertainment tailored for the whole family to enjoy!

Book Today: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../ kilflynn-fairy-festival...

TARBERT

CONTACT

tarbertnews@outlook.com or telephone Patrick Lynch at 068 /36117 on or before 7pm Sunday. Fan slán.

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION

On Saturday 11 May the Sacrament of Holy Communion was administered by Fr. Michael Hussey to 21 pupils of Tarbert National School in St. Mary’s Church, Tarbert. The following pupils received their First Holy Communion - Emily Dillane, Emma Wren, Mater Todor, Eliza Barrett, Tommy Carey, Cian Wallace Brady, Sheeryn Culhane, Noah Culhane, Harper Carey, Matthew Fitzell, Julie Moran, Makar Tyshchenko, Emily Rose Cahillane, Mark O’Riordan, Chloe Dunlea, Sienna Gallagher, C.J. Abbott, Tadgh Kearney, Tadhg Lawlee, Sadie Langan, AW Hina Charlie. Thanks to their parents, teachers and all who helped to make a lovely day such a memorable one. Hopefully the children will be encouraged to attend Mass on a regular basis.

PUBLICATION

Its nice to see that coming up to the 10th. anniversary of its publication by Tarbert Historical and Heritage Society in August 2014 the book ‘St. Brendan’s Church of Ireland, Tarbert 1814- 2014, 200 Years of Change’ is still in demand. Last week on request I posted two copies of the book, one to West Virginia, USA and the second to Somerset in England. The Kilnaughtin Register of Baptisms for the period 1793 to 1914 is of great benefit to historians, genealogists and those wishing to trace family ancestry and we were grateful to the Church of Ireland for permission to access them. The book is available locally at Tarbert Bridewell and further information from the writer of these Notes.

THE RAMBLING HOUSE

On this Saturday 25 May there will be another session of the Rambling House at 8pm when musicians, singers and storytellers from North Kerry and West Limerick will gather at Tarbert Community Centre and everybody is welcome to attend agus fáilte is fiche roimh gach éinne agus cupán tae le fáil.

TARBERT COMPEHENSIVE SCHOOL

Tarbert Comprehensive School marked its 50th. Anniversary with a series of events last week. The Achievement Awards for 2024 were presented on Thursday 16 May as follows Student of the Year FemaleAva Walsh, Male- Brendan O’Leary, Sportsperson of the Year - Female Ciara Henderson, MaleJohn

Coolahan, Gaelic Footballer of the Year - David Mulvihill, Leadership and Captain of winning All Ireland Team - Shaun Wren. Leaving Cert Applied Student of the Year - Alannah O’Gorman.

On Sunday 19th May there was an Open Day on which neighbours, current and past pupils/staff and the wider community were invited to attend. The Parish Mass was celebrated by Fr. John O’Connorand Fr.Sean Jones, former past pupil in the Sports Hall with refreshments thereafter.

Comhghairdeas and continued success at every level in the years ahead to teachers and pupils, le cúnamh Dé.

ELECTIONS

The local and European elections will be taking place on June 7 and while the main focus of interest for us will be in the Listowel Electoral Area this year there will be added interest for us in the Kenmare Electoral Area. Here 16 candidates will be contesting 6 seats among them Catherina O’Sullivan standing on behalf of Aontú. Catherina is the wife of Michael O’Sullivan formerly of Chapel Street, Tarbert and both now resident in Killorglin. Catherina is the mother of 6 children and is a clinical Nurse Manager specialising in mental health. She says her journey into politics was as a result of the recent referendum where she led the Kerry group advocating for a No/No vote on behalf of the Aontú party. We wish her well in her endeavours.

TIDY TOWNS

Tarbert Development Association has entered Tarbert for the 2024 Tidy Towns Competition which takes place over the months of June, July and August. Last year Tarbert increased its marks by 7 over the 2022 adjudication. Tarbert was 3rd. out of all centres in Kerry competing in Category B population category after Sneem and Glenbeigh. Tarbert gained one mark in each out of 7 of the 8 categories. With the Streetscape Enhancement painting now complete the village looks attractive and appealing and it is hoped there will be an added focus on litter and general clean ups. The adjudicator noted ‘ Keep up the excellent work. Tarbert Tidy Towns is a positive force in the community, making it a vibrant place to live in and visit’ end of quote. See the Tidy Towns window for more information and we should always remember that Tidy Towns is for everybody for 365 days of the year and not just for one day.

SEANFHOCAL NA SEACHTAINE

Más fiu é a dheánamh, is fiu é a dheánamh go maith.

‘If it’s worth doing, it’s worth doing well.

TEMPLEGLANTINE

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION

Congratulations to the ten boys and girls from second class in the local Scoil Náisiúnta who received the Sacrament of First Holy Communion on Saturday morning last. There was a large congregation present in the church for this important occasion in the young people’s lives. Afterwards there was a very enjoyable get-together in Halla Inse Bhán for refreshments. The following are the pupils who received their First Holy Communion; Alice Barrett, Kailyn Healy, Jemma Finnegan, Grace Brosnahan, Jack McNamara, Sam O Connor, Conor Callanan, Kali Lambadarios, Zofia Maj, Hayley Hennigar. Déanaimid comhghairdeas leis na daoine óga agus guímid gach rath orthu sa saol atá rompu

COMHGHAIRDEAS

Congratulations to Catherine Curtin née Woulfe, Berna, Templeglantine West, on reaching her 100th birthday which occurred last week, on May 14th. Catherine is a quiet unassuming lady, always positive in outlook, kind-hearted and a deep faith. The Templeglantine community wish her the very best for the future. Bean uasal cineálta is ea í, bail ó Dhia uirthi.

COMHBHRÓN

Condolences to Ann Heagney (née Cahill), Portumna, Co Galway and formerly of Inse Bhán, Templeglantine on the death of her husband Joe on April 21st. Joe was very popular and was held in high esteem. Sympathy to Ann, children Gareth, Darragh and Seán, grandchildren, Heagney and Cahill families. Joe was laid to rest in St Michael’s Cemetery, Portumna on February 24th. Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam.

CÚRSAÍ EAGLAISE

Mass on Tuesdays at 10:00am, followed by the Rosary, Saturdays at 6:00pm. Eucharistic Adoration on Thursdays from 4:30pm to 5:30pm. Mass intentions on last weekend, Month’s Mind: Maureen Gallagher, Gurteen also Intentions of all those preparing for and sitting examinations at this time.

Mass intentions on Saturday next 6pm, Anniversaries: Willie Scanlon, Lotts Road; Margaret O’Sullivan, Coolanoran and formerly of Meenoline, Templeglantine; Maureen Sexton and her daughter, Mary Sexton, Templeglantine East.

Beannacht Dé ar anamacha na marbh.

Sincere thanks to all who contributed so generously to Trócaire this year. The total from the three parishes is €5,160. Many thanks to all who contributed to the Easter Dues supporting Canon Ambrose and Fr Mullane. Your generosity is greatly appreciated. Exam Mass Cards are available from Sacristans and the Parish Office.