News

Zambia Fund

On Wednesday, 5 January, Alan Kerins will leave for Zambia, where he will voluntarily work as a physiotherapist in a Cheshire home, in a place called Monsu. At the moment, Alan is fundraising for basic medical supplies, equipment, and any other items of need in this poverty-stricken area. An account has been opened in AIB bank, Oranmore [Account number: 17945118, sort code: 93-72-23]. Any contributions towards Alan's project will be of enormous help to the sick of the area. If you would like any further information, contact Alan, at 087–9609111, or, Joe Sherry, who is assisting him with this project.

Clarinbridge Tidy Towns Committee

Representatives of the Clarinbridge Tidy Towns Committee – Mary Keane, Bridie Donoghue, and Clare Griffin – were delighted to attend the County award-ceremony, which was held at the Claregalway Hotel on Wednesday, 1 December. Clarinbridge was awarded in the B-category section, which is based on population size. The village was highly commended for the nicely-maintained church grounds, village green, as well as the Maree road.

Clarinbridge Choral Society

Rediscover the magic of the season by joining the Clarinbridge Choral Group in its inaugural performance, on Tuesday, 21 December, in Clarinbridge Church, at 7:30 pm. Special guests for the evening are harpist, Kathleen Loughnane [Dordán], accompanied by Alex Finn [De Dannan], Jacqueline McCarthy and Tommy Keane, Marion McCarthy and Johnny Giles in a programme of O'Carolan airs and traditional music, with seasonal readings by John Quinn [RTÉ]. Afterwards, in Paddy Burke's, organic, mulled wine, home-made mince pies, and refreshments will be served. The recital is hosted by the Clarinbridge Community Development Association, and promises to be a sell-out. Early booking is advised. Tickets are available from Kelly's Post Office, Paddy Burke's, Clarinbridge, Neilan's Mace, Kilcolgan, Keane's Pub, Oranmore, and, at the door. Further details available from 086–8351230. We look forward to seeing you there.

Sacrament of Reconciliation

Celebration of the Sacrament of Reconciliation takes place in Clarinbridge church, on Wednesday, at 8:00 pm. Visiting priests for confession. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament during ceremony. Confessions, also, on Thursday, 23 December, 12:00-1:00 pm and 7:00-8:00 pm.

Masses at Christmas

• Christmas Eve: Friday, 24 December. Clarinbridge: 7:00 pm, Roveagh: 8:30 pm.
• Christmas Day: Saturday, 25 December. Roveagh: 10:00 am, Clarinbridge: 11:30 am.
  * No evening Mass.
• Masses on Sunday as usual [Feast of the Holy Family].

Christmas Offerings and Monthly "Suaimhneas" Envelope for 2005

These envelopes should be in most households by this weekend. Blank envelopes [no names] are available in the porch. If you normally have envelopes delivered to your home, do not take any of them, as they are for people not technically from this Parish, but, who wish to be of assistance.

Clarinbridge GAA 

Lotto News

No winner | 1 match-3 winner: Kitty Murphy
Numbers drawn: 3, 4, 9, 13
Seller's prize: Pat Jordan
Next week's draw takes place in Donaghue's Pub, Kilcolgan,
for a jackpot of €5,600.
Thanks, again, for your continued support.

AGM Results

The results of the AGM will be published after the Club meeting on Monday, 10 January, which takes place at 8:00 pm in the Clubhouse. There are some important management positions to be filled. Membership will be taken before and after the meeting. All hurlers – €60, each. Non-hurlers – €40, each. All players must have their membership paid before training commences for 2005.

Parish Office

The Parish Office will be closed on Christmas Eve, reopening on Thursday, 30 December.

Clarinbridge Pharmacy

Clarinbridge Pharmacy closes at 3:00 pm, on Friday, 24 December, and reopens on Wednesday, 29 December, at 9:30 am.