Thanks Thanks to all who sent in Christmas Offerings. If you have forgotten and still wish to make a contribution, you may send back the envelope during the week. Many thanks, everyone. Thanks, also, to all who have responded generously towards the cost of "Suaimhneas". Amounts varied from the €20 per month suggested, to sums of €200, €240, €250, a few of €500, a couple of €1,000, and one of €1,200. Whatever your contribution, I am extremely grateful to you, and I look forward to a substantial total at the end of each month, so that we may be able to pay back the loan in a reasonable time. Already, over €17,000 has been paid out. Thank you, and keep up the good work. – E.D. |
Epiphany Thursday, next, is the feast of the Epiphany of the Lord. Masses will be as follows:
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Exposition Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament takes places on Thursday, 10:30 am to 6:30 pm, in Clarinbridge church. No exposition on Thursday of this week because it is a holyday. |
Thanks Many thanks to all who helped in preparing the churches for Christmas, and to the Youth and Adult Choirs. |
Clarinbridge Choral Society This newly-formed group gave an outstanding performance [their first] on the Tuesday before Christmas, in the parish church. The programme was well thought out and very well presented with a sprinkling of some local musical talent, mingling with the well-known Kathleen Loughnane, and Alex Finn, with readings by John Quinn. Many people remarked on the professionalism and happy atmosphere created on the night. Much credit goes to Liz Mannion [Musical Director], Noel McFadden, and company for a very successful maiden voyage. Important background people were P.J. Coen [stage] and Tom Cussen [sound]. Paddy Burke's provided the very enjoyable "afters" free. – E.D. |
Alan Kerins' Zambia Project As Alan prepares to fly to Zambia during the week, the community wishes him well and every success in the goal he is setting himself. We hope he continues to score goals on his return to the 'Bridge and Galway! Many thanks to all who, so generously, supported him financially. It will bring healing and happiness to a lot of people in Zambia. – E.D. |
Planning for the Future Now that we have a place to meet [i.e. "Suaimhneas"], I am looking forward to getting more organised as a Church community. Priests are getting scarcer [and older!], and we need to plan for the future. Here, in our own parish, I would like very much to form a few new groups, as well as adding fresh voices to existing old ones, e.g. a Liturgy Group, who would help in organising the Sunday liturgy [possibly, present the Prayers of the Faithful, etc.]. We need many more stewards at weekends so that we can have a rota system. A Baptism Team would meet parents some weeks before the Baptism to explain a little about the Sacrament and the ceremony. We need more readers – why can't we have some who would represent the younger generation, 16-25? We also need some more Ministers of the Eucharist, and we would welcome new members for the Altar Society. Training is available [from Áras de Brún] for readers, Ministers of the Eucharist, and Baptism Teams. No parishioner needs any special education for any of the above – just a willingness to help out in an area that YOU might find suits you. Don't be shy – give it a try! Please see it as an opportunity to help build this community as the Lord would wish it. "Ar scáth a chéile a mhaireann na daoine". – E.D.
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Clarinbridge GAA Presentation of Medals The presentation of medals will take place on Friday, 7 January, in the Clarinbridge Court Hotel, at 7:30 pm, sharp. The medals are to be presented by a surprise guest to the U-16 County camogie champions of 2004; U-14 County Féile hurling champions of 2004; and the U-14 County Féile hurling finalists of 2003. A disco will proceed the reception, until midnight. Tickets – at €10, each – can be obtained from the Juvenile Committee – George Delaney, Pat Lane, Mike Cormican, or Hannah Kiely. A great night in store. Looking forward to seeing you there! Club Meeting A Club meeting will take place on Monday, 10 January, at 8:00 pm. All club members are requested to attend. Membership will be taken before and after the meeting for 2005, costing between €40 and €60. |
Church-"Gate" Collection Proceeds of next weekend's [8/9 January] church-"gate" collection are in aid of Self-Help Development. |
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