AROUND THE DISTRICTS
OVER THE WATER C0NDOLENCES
The parish of Castlebridge was left saddened in the past week or so by the death of some loved members of the community. John Hanrahan, well-known hotelier (Hotel Curracloe) died on Saturday, February 13, at his residence. He is survived by his wife Margaret, sons Mark, Mary and John Paul, brother, sisters, grandchildren and extended family members. His funeral took place to Curracloe cemetery on Monday, February 15.
The death also occurred on Saturday, February 13, of Bridget (Biddy) Sinnott, Ballyruan, Screen, a well-loved resident at Castlebridge Manor nursing home. Her funeral took place on Tuesday, February 16.
On Sunday, February 14, the death occured at Wexford General hospital of Dympna Donohoe, Kilmacoe, Curracloe, wife of the late Joe, and Mother of Theresa, Mary Ann, Colette, Larry and Joseph. She will be sadly missed by them as well as her brother and sisters, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and extended family.
May their gentle souls rest in peace.
WALKING TRACK
A reminder that the walking track at Hollymount is open for all to use, from 9 a.m till 10 p m (with lights). A reminder to all to stay safe, stay healthy and stay active.
ONLINE BINGO
Weekly winners of the Shelmalier GAA Online Bingo were Tony O’Dowd, Denis Kelly, Pádraig Coone, Majella Doran, Tanya O’Flynn, JP Fielding, Katie Smith, Martin Doyle, Amy Doyle, Miles Sunderland. Winners of the Valentine’s night spot prizes were Tony O’Dowd (a break away to the Heritage hotel, courtesy of Liam Moran) Ann Rath (hot stone massage, courtesy of Valerie Redmond, Castlebridge, Physiotherapy and Orthotic Clinic) Lauren Sinnott (free book). Bingo continues at 7.30 p.m. every Sunday night. You can play on WhatsApp or YouTube (optional). Text 087 2060661 for further information on how to play. All are welcome and there are many great prizes.
BIRTHDAY GIRL
Belated greetings and congratulations to Eileen Furlong, Curracloe, who celebrated her 90th birthday on February 6. John, Anthony, Patrick, Theresa, Áine, Andrew, Nicholas, Richard, Robert and all the extended family members send their congratulations to you. Eileen herself would like to say a big ‘thank you’ to all who sent good wishes over the phone, by cards and video links. Unfortunately, the celebrations which were to take place on the night in the Roadhouse had to be put on hold, due to the lockdown restrictions. We wish Eileen continued good health and happiness.
GAA LOTTO
Results of the Shelmalier GAA lotto for Monday, February 15, as follows. The numbers drawn were 14, 15, 24 and 29. There was no jackpot winner and no match-three winners. The jackpot is now worth over €15,000, with a one x €15,000 and two x €3,200 Rollover.
DEVELOPMENT LOTTO
Results of the Curracloe United AFC Development lotto for Sunday, February 14, are, as follows. The numbers drawn were 5, 10, 18 and 23. There was one jackpot winner, Kay Roche, Garrylough, who won €16,750. The seller was John Roche. There were three match-three winners who each received €50, James Gordon, Curracloe; Eamonn Larkin, c/o the club; and Adam and Louise Howlin, Ballinablake. The jackpot now stands at €2,000.
NOTES
Keep the notes coming in. Forward to Anne by text/phone to 086 1980775 or email to tworedcow@outlook.com by Thursday night (9 p.m.) every week.
OYLEGATE DRAIN THE SWAMP
The grass area in Oylegate School is waterlogged and unusable for the majority of the school year. Kids are packed into the school yard and they would love to get this much needed play area back. Please support their fundraiser to carry out this project by donating to their GoFundMe page. See: gofundme. com/f/Oylegateswamp. Alternatively, place a donation in a sealed envelope marked ‘Drain the Swamp’ and drop it into the school. Any donation big or small would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
GAA NOTES
The club in conjunction with Oylegate united are delighted to announce the continuation of community online bingo on Sunday nights at 8 p.m. which will raise funds for both groups – details of how to join are on our club Facebook page so for the next few weeks why not enjoy an hour’s fun on Sunday evenings and be in with a chance to win some money. If you’re not on Facebook and want to play, please contact Majella Doran or Keith Whelan. They will direct you in how to play.
Text your name and email address to 086 1720779 and ou will then be added to the Oylegate Bingo WhatsApp group.
Revolute €8 to Oylegate Bingo before 7 p.m. each Friday,
For your first week playing, you will be emailed your bingo book with a serial number on it. (Your book will be emailed to you Friday pm/Saturday am)
This is the same book that you will play each week, so print out a few copies. €8 must be transferred before 7 p.m. each Friday night to be eligible for Sunday’s game.
Bingo will start at 8 p.m. sharp each Sunday evening.
Bingo will be live on YouTube and all numbers will be sent via a WhatsApp group (YouTube will become live at 7.30 p.m. each Sunday. A link will be in WhatsApp group).
You don’t need to be viewing YouTube to play. You can play off WhatsApp only.
When you are lucky enough to get a check you must text check and the number on which you have checked (example CHECK25) after checking you must send a picture of your full book to the bingo WhatsApp group where your check can be verified.
Checks can only go back four previous numbers a check on the fifth previous number will be null and void. All money won will be transferred via Revolut within 24 hours. The committee’s rulings are final. Have some fun and maybe win some money.
CHURCH NOTES
As public Masses cannot take place; parishioners where possible can return their envelopes to the Parochial House.
Thank you to all who have done this over the past weeks.
You also can contribute to the weekly envelopes electronically through your bank. The details are as follows.
Oylegate Parish Current Account IBAN IE 44 BOFI 9065 6624140788.
The Parish Envelope Boxes for 2021 are now available for collection at the back of the church. If you do not receive a box of envelopes and would like to contribute in this way next year, please contact the parish office.
Covid-19 restrictions – All public worship is currently suspended.
The church is open during the day for private prayer.
Please follow public health guidelines when visiting the church.
Funerals can only be held in private with a maximum of 10 mourners.
Weddings can only take place with a maximum of six people.
Baptisms are suspended for the duration of these restrictions.
Masses can be offered in private for anniversaries or any intention.
You can have this done by dropping a note into the Parochial House with the details.
The parish office is closed. However, enquiries can be sent by text to the parish office mobile at 086 8259842.
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, from 8 a.m. 8 p.m., by calling 081 8222024.
PIETA HOUSE, PREVENTING SUICIDE AND SELF-HARM
We continue to provide our free counselling services via phone, text and video despite the current surge in Covid cases. We also continue to provide in-person counselling in a Covid-safe environment. If, however, you have a scheduled appointment with a counsellor and have any concerns please contact our team at 0818 111 126. Pieta Crisis helpline 1800 247 247 or text Help to 51444.
SAMARITANS HELPLINE
Whatever you’re going through, call us free, from any phone. Find out more now. You talk, we listen. Call us free on 116 123.
WOMEN’S REFUGE
For women in crises, there is a 24-hour Free Helpline on 1800 220 444.
CLOTHES COLLECTION FOR CAMOGIE CLUB
Oylegate-Glenbrien camogie club are collecting unwanted clothes to raise money for our camogie club. We will be running this for the next couple of weeks, so if anyone is doing a cleanup during the lockdown please don’t forget that we are collecting these to raise much-needed funds for the camogie club. We will take unwanted clothes, paired shoes,curtains, blankets, etc. please place items in plastic bags and they can be dropped to Bernie Hayden, Oylegate at 087 2040402/Lillian Lawler, Ballymurn at 087 6395608. Or give a ring to arrange alternative. Note: no wet clothing, duvets, pillows, socks or underwear.
OYLEGATE-GLENBRIEN PARISH IS ON FACEBOOK.
This Facebook page provides information about current services in Oylegate and Glenbrien Churches. The name of the page is ‘Oylegate-Glenbrien Parish’.
Church Weekly Envelopes in support of Church Funds.
The Envelope Boxes for this year are available in the church.
As public Masses cannot take place, parishioners where possible can return their envelopes to the Parochial House.
Thank you to all who have done this over the past week’s.
You also can contribute to the weekly envelopes electronically through your bank. The details are as follows.
Oylegate Parish Current Account IBAN IE 44 BOFI 9065 6624140788.
The Parish Envelope Boxes for 2021 are now available for collection at the back of the church. If you do not receive a box of envelopes and would like to contribute in this way next year, please contact the parish office.
PARISH OFFICE
Due to the latest Covid 19 restrictions, the office will remain closed till the situation in the country improves. Enquiries can be texted to the Parish Mobile for the duration of the restrictions.
OYLEGATE PARISH DRAW
As per new Government Covid-19 restrictions, the Parish Draw will not proceed in 2021 till further notice.
PARISH NOTICE
If you are an older person and would like someone to talk to, particularly since Covid-19, consider phoning Senior Line. We are Ireland’s national confidential service for older people. We are open every day of the year from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. We are older people too, trained to listen and support. We would love to hear from you. Freefone 1800 80 45 91.
WALKING TRACK
Due to popular demand the GAA walking track is now available, with lights every night Monday to Friday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
This great facility is available free of charge to all members of the community, Due to health and safety no dogs are allowed (except guide dogs) and we ask all users to adhere to all Covid guidelines.
SACRAMENTS FOR THE HOUSEBOUND
Fr Byrne is happy to provide the sacraments of the church to anyone who may be housebound who wishes to receive them. Please contact the secretary at the parish office to arrange a time. The parish office is now open on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. Outside of these hours you can leave a message at 086 8259842.
FACE COVERINGS – DIOCESE OF FERNS
In solidarity with the vast majority of our fellow citizens who actively promote and pursue as safe an environment as possible, the diocese now strongly recommends the wearing of face coverings in all its churches as public Masses and services continue.
GARDENS IN CHURCH GROUNDS
The gardens are a place for people to visit for a quite prayer or reflection during day light hours. Please NO litter, NO smoking, NO alcohol, NO drug use and no loitering after dark.
LOCAL LINK
Local Link Wexford provides secure, reliable and affordable transport for the rural communities of County Wexford. Services are open to everyone and all ages. The services will accommodate those attending appointments, shopping etc. Where possible they will collect passengers from their homes. An information booklet together with timetable is available at the back of the church.