Due to the death of Louise Furey, the Naomh Conaill Gaa club have decided to postpone the dinner dance, scheduled for this Saturday 27th January, until a later date. The club extend our sympathies to the Furey family and to Louise’s friends at this sad time.  Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dílis.

Coaching Courses, 2018. Foundation Award (F) will take place for all South West Clubs in Naomh Conaill GAA Club. Friday, 02/02/2018 at 7.00pm – 10.30pm, Child Ethics.
Saturday, 03/02/2018 at 9.00am – 3.00pm, Coaching Practical. NOTE. All participants must complete both Modules of Course to be certified. All participants must forward their correct e mail address through their Club Runai to GDM prior to Course

2018 Ulster Senior Football Club League Section A
Round 1 – 28-01-2018 (Sun) Glenullin V BYEm, Dungloe V Naomh Conaill, Claudy V Dromore St Dympna’s
Round 2 – 04-02-2018 (Sun) Naomh Conaill V BYE, Glenullin V Claudy, Dromore St Dympna’s V Dungloe
Round 3 – 11-02-2018 (Sun) Claudy V BYE, Naomh Conaill V Dromore St Dympna’s, Dungloe V Glenullin
Round 4 – 18-02-2018 (Sun), Dromore St Dympna’s V BYE, Glenullin V Naomh Conaill, Claudy V Dungloe
Round 5 – 25-02-2018 (Sun), Dungloe V BYE, Naomh Conaill V Claudy, Dromore St Dympna’s V Glenullin

Scor semi final will be held in the Community centre on Saturday 24th Feb

Masses for week commencing 22nd  January to 28th January

Confessions:   Immediately after Saturday 11 a.m. Mass

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament every Thursday after 9.30am Mass to 6pm in the small Chapel.

READERS:  There will be a meeting on Tuesday 23rd January at 7.30pm for all Readers in the Parochial House.

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS:  There will be a meeting on Wednesday 24th January at 8.30pm for all Eucharistic Ministers in the Parochial House.

CONFESSIONS FOR CONFIRMATION:  On Wednesday 31st January at 8pm, (after Mass), there will be Confessions for the young people preparing for Confirmation and their families.

RAPHOE DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES:  There will be a Church Gate Collection next weekend, the 27th/28th January 2018, to help raise funds to take the sick and youth of the Diocese to Lourdes.  The Raphoe Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place from 22nd May to 27th May 2018.  This will be led by Bishop Alan McGuckian, SJ, with Fr Patrick McHugh ,PP, as Pilgrimage Director.  The price per person is €704.00.  Poster can be viewed in the porch with full details.

KILKENNY NATIONAL SCHOOL: Enrolment  forms are available for Junior Infant Class starting September 2018.  You can contact the school on 0749544270 or kilkennyns@gmail.com

DISCOVER LEARNING: Are you an adult interested in returning to education or are currently considering progression onto further study – then this event is for you – Donegal ETB Further Education & Training Fair 2018 – Mount Errigal Hotel, Letterkenny, Wednesday, 24th January 11am – 3.00 pm.  Open and free to all adults.

A Silver Chain with a small gold heart and a man’s wedding ring has been lost in the Glenties area on Sunday 3rd December.  If found please contact 087 2987991.

CANCER CONFERENCE:  Relay For Life Donegal warmly invite you to their cancer conference in The Mount Errigal Hotel on Sat 3rd Feb from 10am to 3.30pm. The conference will be officially opened by our guest speaker Majella O Donnell.  Attendance is free and includes lunch. Registration is essential as workshop places are strictly limited. You can register by Email atrelayforlifedonegal@gmail.com OR alternatively telephone any of the following : Ena Barrett 0879966096  Sharon O’Connell (086) 878 9733 Seamus Devine 0872482775   Sean Sheerin (087) 627 7143 Robert O’Connor 0872716344

CLASSES/COURSES at The Niall Mor Community & Enterprise Centre, Killybegs, Tel: 074 9741863
Parent & Toddler Group: Held at the Centre every Tues (during school term) from 10:30 am – 12 noon, everyone welcome.
Kids Drama Class: Catie B from the Balor Theatre is back with Kids Drama on Fri 19th Jan 18.  5 – 8 year olds: 3:30 – 5:00 pm and 9 – 12 year olds: 5:30 – 7:00 pm. Cost is €100 per person for 10 weeks (10% discount for families). Book at reception on 074 9741863.
Safepass Course: On Sat 27th Jan from 8 am – 5 pm at the Niall Mor Community Centre, cost is €100 per person.
Zumba for Kids: Lively and energetic class for Kids to learn exercise/dance moves through music. 6 week course commencing Thurs 8th Feb costing €30 per child. 5 – 8 year old class from 3:45 – 4:30 pm and 9 -12 year old class from 4:30 – 5 pm.
Scrabble: Every Monday from 12:30 – 2 pm in the Centre. Cost per person €2.
Donegal Women’s Centre, Letterkenny have an outreach service at The Niall Mor Community & Enterprise Centre. For details contact 074 9124985.  Weekly Walking Group: Every Wednesday leaving from the Niall Mor Community Centre at 10:00 am, cost is €2 per person and refreshments afterwards.

Do you know what the 8th Amendment of our Constitution is?  Find out at the launch of Donegal Pro Life’s DVD:  “Why we should keep the 8th  Amendment” in the Mount Errigal Hotel, Letterkenny on Thursday, 25th January 2018 at 8pm.  All welcome.

I wish to acknowledge with extreme gratitude the recent generous donation of €2000 from parishioners.  This money will go towards the purchase of Stacking Ciboria for the Church.

World Meeting of Families 2018
As part of the preparations, a Prayer Petition box will go around each Parish within the Diocese.  Glenties will have this from 19th to 25th February 2018.  These petitions will then continue to Dublin and the intentions will be remembered during prayers at the World Meeting of Families.

The Holy Family Icon is available at the back of the Chapel. The Diocese of Raphoe will have a Holy Family Icon tour from 1st to 11th June 2018:

1st to 3rd June:     Franciscan Friary Rossnowlagh
4th to 6th June:     Capuchin Friary Ards
7th to 11th June:   St Eunan’s Cathedral

11.00am Hugo McDyer – Months Mind (Main Street) 5,000 Volunteers will be needed for the running of the World Meeting of Families.  Over 1,000 have already enrolled.  Parish groups, clubs, friends or family members may register as a group.  Volunteers will have to be Garda Vetted and need two references.  For further information and registration www.worldmeeting2018.ie/volunteer.

Last   week’s   OFFERTORY   COLLECTION     amounted   to    € 2,046.00.  Thank  You

Church  of  the  Holy  Family,  Edeninfagh

Sunday   MASS:  ***   12 .15 p.m.   ***

Mass      Intentions      &       Anniversaries:
Sunday    21st   January      12.15pm    Owen & Margaret McGlynn,  Leach Liath

Last   week’s   OFFERTORY   COLLECTION     amounted   to    € 305.00.  Thank  You

Notices  for  the  Parish  Newsletter  must  be  submitted no later than 1.00  p.m. Wednesday    to   Dympna,   Parochial  House +353 74 (0)9551117. Parish email  Address : glentiesparish@gmail.com

Masses for week commencing 29th January to 4th February

Confessions: Immediately after Saturday 11 a.m. Mass
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament every Thursday after 9.30am Mass to 6pm in the small Chapel.

CONFESSIONS FOR CONFIRMATION: On Wednesday 31st January at 8pm, (after Mass), there will be Confessions for the young people preparing for Confirmation and their families.

Blessed Candles will be for sale following 7.30pm Mass on Friday 2nd and again on Saturday morning and Saturday evening but not on Sunday 4th due to Confirmation.

“There are a variety of gifts but only the one Spirit.” – St Paul.
It’s good to offer thanks. I would like to acknowledge the Ministry time and effort of all those who minister in different ways in the Church on a weekly basis. Following on meetings with the Ministers of the Word and the Ministers of the Eucharist, I would like to make an appeal for more people to exercise Ministry as Readers and Eucharistic Ministers. To this end boxes are placed in the porch for you to nominate people whom you would consider suitable with their contact details included, in particular an address. These boxes will be available in the porch for weekend Masses and in the Sacristy for week day Masses until Sunday 11th February. Criteria – I would ask that you only nominate parishoners that attend this Church of St Connell. Volunteers are also sought to help clean the Church on a constant basis. If you are interested to give time to this ministry, please contact Fr Gerard.

A big clean up of the Chapel will take place on Friday 2nd February at 5pm in preparation for Confirmation. Your help would be kindly appreciated.

BLUESTACK SPECIAL NEEDS FOUNDATION: There will be a Church Gate Collection on 3rd/4th February in aid of the Bluestack Special Needs Foundation.

GLENTIES CARE OF THE AGED: Collection amounted to €691.00. Many thanks to all who contributed.

February Readers/Eucharistic Ministers/Collectors/Altar Society
Saturday 7.30pm
Readers : Linda Kennedy
Eucharistic Ministers: Olive McKelvey, James McDyer, James McHugh, Irene Breslin
Collectors: Patsy Gallagher, Terence Gallagher, Martin Joyce

Sunday 11.00am
Readers : Anne Marie O’Donnell
Eucharistic Ministers: Margaret Gillespie, Martin Regan, Gerry Doherty
Collectors: James McGavigan, Pat Ward, Kevin Keeney

Altar Society: Team A

KILKENNY NATIONAL SCHOOL: Enrolment forms are available for Junior Infant Class starting September 2018. You can contact the school on 0749544270 or kilkennyns@gmail.com

ENROLMENT PACKS FOR SCOIL MHUIRE, Glenties for school year 2018 / 2019 will be available for collection from the secretary’s office from Thursday 8th February. Forms to be completed and returned to the school by Thursday 22nd February.

ENROLMENT AT ST. RIAGHAN’S NS: Parents wishing to enroll their child at St. Riaghan’s N.S., Drimnacrosh for the school year 2018/2019 are invited to call to the school for an Enrolment Form. Forms must be returned to the school no later than Friday 9th February. “Enrolment Day” will be held later in the year. For further information or enquiries, please contact the school 9551591 or email striaghans@gmail.com.

ENROLMENT AT EDENINFAGH N.S.: Enrolment forms are now available at the school for the 2018/2019 school year. For further details ring the school on 074 9551663 or email: edeninfagh@gmail.com
S.N. ÉADAN FHIONN FHRAOICH: Ghlacfar le iarratasaí le haghaidh iontrala don scoilbhliain 2018/2019. Tuilleadh eolais le fáil ón scoil ag 074 9551663 / edeninfagh@gmail.com

HOLY LAND 2018: It’s been a good few years since the parish made a pilgrimage to the Holy Land however this year there is an 8 day guided pilgrimage with Marian Pilgrimages, leaving Glenties on Friday October 26th. Four nights in Nazareth and four nights in Bethlehem. The Spiritual Director has made many visits to the Holy Land, a Scripture Scholar, he will bring the Gospels alive! A deposit of €200 secures a place and instalments will be taken for the balance to spread the cost. Phone Anne on 9551438 for all details of itinerary and to book.

Bingo in GLENTIES COMMUNITY CENTRE every Tuesday night at 9pm. January 30th Jackpot €10,000 on 45 numbers or less if not win €300 will be paid out, €100 a house, €50 a line.
Snooker Room is opened from 4.00 pm to 10.00 pm.
Emily Bonner Irish Dance Classes Wednesday @ 3.30pm – 7.15pm.
Tai Chi Wednesdays from 8.00pm – 9.30pm.
Glenties Community Centre Amalgamated Ltd CE scheme have a vacancy for Horticultural workers, Maintenance workers, Caretaker, C.E criteria applies. C.E workers can avail of training to up skill while on CE scheme. To apply for the above please e-mail glentiescommunitycentre@yahoo.ie or ring 0879695053 for more information.
St Brigid Night Making Crosses on Thursday 1st February in the Community Centre Glenties @ 7.30 p.m. Tea / Coffee and light refreshments served. Admission €5. Proceeds to Glenties Museum.
Anybody wanting to book the Community Centre for the Autumn,season please contact 087 2679321 or call to the Community Centre Office between 10am – 2 pm Monday – Friday.

THE TRUSTEEE’S OF THE GLENTIES MARKET HALL would like to congratulate Mary Thompson on her recent retirement and to thank her for the work and dedication she has given to the Market Hall over the years and to wish her all the best for the future.

Last week’s OFFERTORY COLLECTION amounted to € 2,005.00. Thank You

CHURCH OF THE HOLY FAMILY, EDENINFAGH

There Will Be No Mass On Sunday 4th February
Vigil On Saturday 3rd February At 7.30pm

MASS INTENTIONS & ANNIVERSARIES:
St Bridget’s Day Thursday 1st February 6pm
Confessions Friday 2nd February 5.30pm
Candlemas Day/First Friday Friday 2nd February 6pm
Feast of St Blaise/ Sunday Vigil: Saturday 3rd February 7.30pm John and Maryanne McCallaig

Fr Donnchadh will visit the sick and elderly on Friday 2nd February commencing at 11am

Collectors for February: Paddy Ward, Greenans & Donal Ward, Meenavale

Last week’s OFFERTORY COLLECTION amounted to € 500.00. Thank You

Notices  for  the  Parish  Newsletter  must  be  submitted no later than 1.00  p.m. Wednesday    to   Dympna,   Parochial  House +353 74 (0)9551117. Parish email  Address : glentiesparish@gmail.com

Masses for week commencing 5th February to 11th February

Confessions: Immediately after Saturday 11 a.m. Mass

Fr Gerard will be on holiday from Sunday 4th February to Friday 9th February. In the case of an emergency please contact Fr Donnchadh in Fintown on 074 9546107.

Sick calls will be made on Tuesday 13th February and Thursday 15th February.

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will continue as normal on Thursday Morning.

PLEASE NOTE: Due to the limited capacity of grave spaces remaining at the current part of the Graveyard, it is advised that as an interim measure, any new graves be sourced from the remaining spaces in the older sections of the Graveyard. It is hoped to use the current green area towards the road (adjacent to the Gazebo) for the next development of graves. This is in train. However due to the adverse continual wet conditions the drainage necessary has been delayed before pathways can be erected. – Fr Gerard

“There are a variety of gifts but only the one Spirit.” – St Paul.
It’s good to offer thanks. I would like to acknowledge the Ministry time and effort of all those who minister in different ways in the Church on a weekly basis. Following on meetings with the Ministers of the Word and the Ministers of the Eucharist, I would like to make an appeal for more people to exercise Ministry as Readers and Eucharistic Ministers. To this end boxes are placed in the porch for you to nominate people whom you would consider suitable with their contact details included, in particular an address. These boxes will be available in the porch for weekend Masses and in the Sacristy for week day Masses until Sunday 11th February. Criteria – I would ask that you only nominate parishoners that attend this Church of St Connell. Volunteers are also sought to help clean the Church on a constant basis. If you are interested to give time to this ministry, please contact Fr Gerard.

KILKENNY NATIONAL SCHOOL: Enrolment forms are available for Junior Infant Class starting September 2018. You can contact the school on 0749544270 or kilkennyns@gmail.com

ENROLMENT PACKS FOR SCOIL MHUIRE, Glenties for school year 2018 / 2019 will be available for collection from the secretary’s office from Thursday 8th February. Forms to be completed and returned to the school by Thursday 22nd February.

ENROLMENT AT ST. RIAGHAN’S NS: Parents wishing to enroll their child at St. Riaghan’s N.S., Drimnacrosh for the school year 2018/2019 are invited to call to the school for an Enrolment Form. Forms must be returned to the school no later than Friday 9th February. “Enrolment Day” will be held later in the year. For further information or enquiries, please contact the school 9551591 or email striaghans@gmail.com.

ENROLMENT AT EDENINFAGH N.S.: Enrolment forms are now available at the school for the 2018/2019 school year. For further details ring the school on 074 9551663 or email: edeninfagh@gmail.com

S.N. ÉADAN FHIONN FHRAOICH: Ghlacfar le iarratasaí le haghaidh iontrala don scoilbhliain 2018/2019. Tuilleadh eolais le fáil ón scoil ag 074 9551663 / edeninfagh@gmail.com

RAPHOE DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES: The Raphoe Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place from 22nd May to 27th May 2018. Led by Bishop Alan mcguckian,SJ, with Fr Patrick mchugh,PP, as Pilgrimage Director. The price per person is €704.00. Poster can be viewed in the porch with full details.

CHIROPODY CLINIC: Margaret mcconnell will be in the Day Centre on Monday 5th February. For an appointment call 087-1417180.

World Meeting of Families 2018.
As part of the preparations, a Prayer Petition box will be in each Parish within the Diocese. Glenties will have this from 19th to 25th February 2018. These petitions will then continue to Dublin and the intentions will be remembered during prayers at the World Meeting of Families.

The Holy Family Icon is available at the back of the Chapel. The Diocese of Raphoe will have a Holy Family Icon tour from 1st to 11th June 2018:
1st to 3rd June: Franciscan Friary Rossnowlagh
4th to 6th June: Capuchin Friary Ards
7th to 11th June: St Eunan’s Cathedral

Volunteers Needed: 5,000 Volunteers will be needed for the running of the World Meeting of Families. Over 1,000 have already enrolled. Parish groups, clubs, friends or family members may register as a group. Volunteers will have to be Garda Vetted and need two references. For further information and registration www.worldmeeting2018.ie/volunteer.

The CHRISTMAS CRIB COLLECTION amounted to €500 with all proceeds to Donegal hospice. Thank you for your contributions.

Last week’s OFFERTORY COLLECTION amounted to € 2,050.00. Thank You

Church of the Holy Family, Edeninfagh

Sunday Mass: *** 12 .15 p.m. ***

Mass Intentions & Anniversaries:
Wednesday 7th february 7.00pm Padai Beag agus Teaghlach Champbell
Sunday 11th February 12.15pm Maryanne Boyle, Molly, An Mhullaigh

Last week’s offertory collection amounted to € 340.00. Thank you

Notices for the Parish Newsletter must be submitted no later than 1.00 p.m. Wednesday to Dympna, Parochial House, 0749551117. Parish email Address : glentiesparish@gmail.com

Masses for week commencing 12th February to 18th February

Confessions: Immediately after Saturday 11 a.m. Mass

**PLEASE NOTE: MASS ON TUESDAY 13TH FEBRUARY AT 7.30PM**

ASH WEDNESDAY: Ashes will be available at all three Masses on Wednesday 14th February.
(I would ask that Eucharist Ministers assist also on Ash Wednesday).

MONTHS MIND MASS: The family of Louise Furey, Ard Patrick, wish to invite everyone to the Community Centre immediately after Louise’s Month’s Mind Mass on Saturday 17th February at 2.00pm for Tea/Coffee. Donations can be made if desired to the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust. Everyone Welcome.

“There are a variety of gifts but only the one Spirit.” – St Paul.
It’s good to offer thanks. I would like to acknowledge the Ministry time and effort of all those who minister in different ways in the Church on a weekly basis. Following on meetings with the Ministers of the Word and the Ministers of the Eucharist, I would like to make an appeal for more people to exercise Ministry as Readers and Eucharistic Ministers. To this end boxes are placed in the porch for you to nominate people whom you would consider suitable with their contact details included, in particular an address. These boxes will be available in the porch for weekend Masses and in the Sacristy for week day Masses until Sunday 11th February. Criteria – I would ask that you only nominate parishoners that attend this Church of St Connell. Volunteers are also sought to help clean the Church on a constant basis. If you are interested to give time to this ministry, please contact Fr Gerard.

Visitation of the sick & elderly will take place this week as follows : –
Tuesday 13th February Main Street, Tullyard Road, Dr. Mc Closkey Crescent, Stranaglough, Meenalargan, Ard Patrick and Ard McGill.
Thursday 15th February Stonepark, Derries, Kilraine, Drimnacrosh, Mullantyboyle, Narin Road, Loughcrillan Road, Letterilly, Maas, Ard Connell and Glen Road.

CONGRATULATIONS: Congratulations to all the young people in the parish who received the Sacrament of Confirmation. May the Spirit of the Lord continue to guide you in the years ahead.

World Meeting of Families 2018
As part of the preparations, a PRAYER PETITION BOX will be in each Parish within the Diocese. Glenties will have this from 19th to 25th February 2018. These petitions will then continue to Dublin and the intentions will be remembered during prayers at the World Meeting of Families.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: 5,000 Volunteers will be needed for the running of the World Meeting of Families. Over 1,000 have already enrolled. Parish groups, clubs, friends or family members may register as a group. Volunteers will have to be Garda Vetted and need two references. For further information and registration www.worldmeeting2018.ie/volunteer.

NATIONAL FRANCISCAN PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND: from 5th – 13th October 2018. Ex Dublin airport. Led by Fr. Bernard Jones OFM, Commissary to the Holy Land. Contact: Premier Travel, Tel. 021-4277700

SIMON COMMUNITY: If you are interested in hosting a Tea/Coffee & Cake Day to support the Simon Community, Contact Collette on 087 0552478 or visit www.northwestsimon.ie.

ÚDARÁS NA GAELTACHTA: Tá Údarás Na Gaeltachta ag tairiscint Scoláireachtaí Printíseachta I réimse leathan ceirdeanna gur fiú níos mó ná €2,000 an ceann iad d’iarrthóirí le cáilíocht mar cheardaí a bhaint amach. Is d’iarrthóirí Gaeltachta le Gailge líofa na scoláireachtaí seo. Tuilleadh eolais agus forim iarratais ar fail ach glaoch ar 091 503121 nó suíomh idirlín an Údaráis. Ní mór forim iarratais a bheith ar ais roimh 28/02/2018.

PLEASE NOTE: Due to the limited capacity of grave spaces remaining at the current part of the Graveyard, it is advised that as an interim measure, any new graves be sourced from the remaining spaces in the older sections of the Graveyard. It is hoped to use the current green area towards the road (adjacent to the Gazebo) for the next development of graves. This is in train. However due to the adverse continual wet conditions the drainage necessary has been delayed before pathways can be erected. – Fr Gerard

Last week’s OFFERTORY COLLECTION amounted to € 1,805.00. Thank You

Church of the Holy Family, Edeninfagh

Sunday MASS: *** 12 .15 p.m. ***

Mass Intentions & Anniversaries:
Wednesday 14th February 9.30am Daileadh Luaithe
Sunday 18th February 12.15pm Peter Conaghan, Lug na Gilleadh

Notices for the Parish Newsletter must be submitted no later than 1.00 p.m. Wednesday to Dympna, Parochial House, 074 95 51117. Parish email Address : glentiesparish@gmail.com

Naomh Conaill membership for 2018 is now due. Adult membership is €40, youth €20 each for the first two children and €10 for each additional child, €100 membership includes adult membership and entry into the weekly lotto, social membership €100. Registration is required for all adult players and non-players, coaches, committee members and underage players. Closing date for membership is 23rd March.

2018 Ulster Senior Football Club League Section A

Round 3 – 11-02-2018 (Sun)

Claudy V BYE
Dromore St Dympna’s v Naomh Conaill
Dungloe V Glenullin

Round 4 – 18-02-2018 (Sun)

Dromore St Dympna’s V BYE
Glenullin V Naomh Conaill
Claudy V Dungloe

Round 5 – 25-02-2018 (Sun)

Dungloe V BYE
Naomh Conaill V Claudy
Dromore St Dympna’s V Glenullin

Masses for week commencing 19th February to 25th February

Confessions: Immediately after Saturday 11 a.m. Mass

LOOP SYSTEM: A “Loop System” has now been installed in the Main Church and the Day Church to assist the hard of hearing using hearing aid devices.

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION: There will be a meeting of parents of First Holy Communion Children on Tuesday 20th February at 8.15pm in Scoil Muire.

ST VINCENT de PAUL: Church gate collection on the weekend 3rd/4th March. Please give generously.

GLENTIES PARISH PILGRIMAGE TO MEDJUGORIE: 7 Nights, Departing from Dublin July 25th – August 1st. €659. Contact Johnny 087 3676955.

GLENTIES COMMUNITY PLAYGROUP LIMITED: Are holding their Annual General Meeting on Thursday 1st March at 8pm. Refreshments will be served. Everyone welcome.

ALZHEIMER SOCIETY: The Alzheimer Society of Donegal wish to thank you all for your generous response to our Church Collection last weekend. We collected €528.60.

ANAM CARA: A Bereavement Information Evening, with guest speaker Bríd Carroll, will take place in the Waterfront Hotel, Dungloe on Tuesday 6th March at 7pm.. The Information Evening will be open to all bereaved parents regardless of the circumstances of the death, the age of the child, or whether the death was recent or not. As with all Anam Cara services, it is completely free of charge.

Classes/Courses at The Niall Mor Community & Enterprise Centre, Killybegs, Tel: 074 9741863
Pilates: New course commencing Monday 12th Feb. Core Strength and Flexibility, 5 week course. Ladies 8 – 9 pm and Mens 9 – 10 pm. Any queries contact Martina: 0863846302.
Chair Yoga & Mindfulness: Fri 2nd March from 2 – 3:30 pm for 4 weeks costing €10 per person. To book contact: 074 9741863. Safepass Course: Sat 3rd March 2018 from 8:00 am sharp to 5:00 pm, cost is €110 per person. To book a place contact 074 9741863. Scrabble: Every Monday from 12:30 – 2 pm in the Centre. Cost per person €2. Donegal Women’s Centre, Letterkenny have an outreach service at The Niall Mor Community & Enterprise Centre. For details contact 074 9124985.
Parent & Toddler Group: Held at the Centre every Tues (during school term) from 10:30 am – 12 noon, everyone welcome. Weight Watchers: Every Monday, first class 4:45 – 5:45 pm and second class 6:00 – 7:00 pm. Slimming World: Every Tuesday first class 5:00 – 6:30 pm, second class: 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Citizens Advice/Information: Is in the Centre every Monday at the new time of 2 – 4 pm

PIONEER LENTEN “NO THANKS” CAMPAIGN: The Raphoe Pioneer Council are again this year organizing our “No Thanks for Lent Campaign”. This is where a person makes a private pledge to abstain from alcohol during Lent and say a special prayer. A quantity of prayer cards will be available in the Church during Lent.

MENTAL FITNESS AND WELL-BEING: Would you like to learn how to face your feelings of anxiety and depression? Course starts Wednesday 7th March from 7.30pm – 9.30pm for four weeks in the Pastoral Centre in Letterkenny. Fee €90/€60 concession. Contact 074 9121853.

WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES 21st – 26th August 2018
PRAYER PETITION BOX: The Prayer Petition Box will be in the Parish from Monday 19th February to Sunday 25th February. Petition slips will be available for you to write your petition on and put it into the box. These petitions will then continue to Dublin and the intentions will be remembered during prayers at the World Meeting of Families.
RETREAT: Ards Retreat Centre are offering Days of Retreat for Parishes and for Families by way of preparation for the World Meeting of Families in Dublin. They will be from 11am and end with Mass at 5pm. To book contact Ards 07494 38909. Family Retreats will be on 15th April and 29th April. Parish Retreats will be 25th March, 22nd April, 6th May, 20th May, 27th May, 17th June and 4th June.
PODCASTS: You can listen to Brenda Drumm’s Weekly Podcasts on the WMF2018 Website.
TICKETS AND VOLUNTEERING: If you wish to obtain tickets to the World Meeting of Families or to volunteer to help during the events, please go to the website www.worldmeeting2018.ie where details are available. There will be three days of events in the RDS, a Festival of Families in Croke Park and the Closing Mass in Phoenix Park. Register early to avoid disappointment.

Last week’s OFFERTORY COLLECTION amounted to € 1,735.00. Thank You

Church of the Holy Family, Edeninfagh.

Sunday MASS: *** 12 .15 p.m. ***

Thursday 22nd February 6pm

Friday 23rd February 6pm

Last week’s OFFERTORY COLLECTION amounted to € 175.00. Thank You

For 3rd/4th February OFFERTORY COLLECTION amounted to € 415.00 Thank You

Notices for the Parish Newsletter must be submitted no later than 1.00 p.m. Wednesday to Dympna, Parochial House, 074 95 51117. Parish email Address : glentiesparish@gmail.com

There was no winner of this week Gaa Lotto the numbers drawn out were 02-03-04-22 and the 2x€50 went to Pauline Doherty, Mennahalla & Maddison Cannon, Kilcar. Next week’s Jackpot will be €7,500.

Club 200 draw no 7 took place on Tuesday 13th Feb and the winners were as follows €300 Nelly Doherty, Ard Mc Gill 7x €100 Anita & Bridie Doherty, Mill Rd David Molloy, Narin Rd, Paul Doherty, Loughcrillan Rd, Mary O’Donnell, Ard Connell, Mary Quinn, Glen Tavern, Mary Crawford, Frosses,  Michael Jack O’Donnell, The Rock. Congratulations to all the winners

Adult membership €40, adult and yearly lotto €100, youth €20 each for the first 2 children and €10 for each additional child. All players must have there membership paid before they can play for the club. Membership will be taken on Friday night in the Clubhouse from  6.30-7pm

Naomh Conaill Gaa Dinner Dance will be held in The Highlands Hotel Glenties on Saturday 10th March. Tickets are on sale in the Inniskeel Co-op now. Live music on the night. Asking all members and non members to please come out and show your support for all the winning teams who will be presented with there winning medals on the night.

Masses for week commencing 5th March to 11th March

Confessions: Immediately after Saturday 11 a.m. Mass

ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT EVERY THURSDAY MORNING FROM 10AM TO 6PM.

THERE WILL BE STATIONS OF THE CROSS FOLLOWING THE 7.30PM MASS ON FRIDAY.

LOOP SYSTEM: A “Loop System” has now been installed in the Main Church and the Day Church to assist the hard of hearing using hearing aid devices.

GLENTIES S.V.P.: Church gate collection next weekend 3rd/4th March. Please give generously.

“THE GREAT WAR”: It has been proposed to host a commemorative event to honour those from Ardara, Downstrands and Glenties who participated in World War 1. If you have any information about a family member/neighbour or any memorabilia from this time please contact any of the following people;
Conor: 087 7852520, Conal: 087 9707889 or Mary: 086 3540928. More details to follow in the coming weeks.

GLENTIES COMMUNITY PLAYGROUP AGM: AGM will be held on Thursday 8th March at 8pm.

FOOT HEALTH PRACTITIONER: Margaret Connell will be in the Day Centre on Monday March 5th. Contact 087 1417180.

MARY’S MEALS: Church Gate Collection will take place on 3rd/4th March. Your support is greatly appreciated.

Visitation of the sick & elderly will take place this week as follows : –
Tuesday 6th Main Street, Tullyard Road, Dr. Mc Closkey Crescent, Stranaglough, Meenalargan, Ard Patrick and Ard McGill.
Wednesday 7th Stonepark, Derries, Kilraine, Drimnacrosh, Mullantyboyle, Narin Road, Loughcrillan Road, Letterilly, Maas, Ard Connell, Glen Road.

FIRST CONFESSION: MONDAY 23RD APRIL AT 7PM
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION: SATURDAY 12TH MAY AT 11AM

THE YOUTH CHOIR: Are in need of some teenage or adult musicians to assist at the family Mass on the first Saturday of every month. Please contact Anne McDwyer on 087 7530132 if you can be of help.

ANAM CARA: is holding a Bereavement Information Evening on Tuesday 6th March at 7:00pm in the Waterfront Hotel, Dungloe. As Anam Cara will need to confirm numbers for teas, coffees, etc, please RSVP to info@anamcara.ie before Monday 5th March or call the Information Line on 085 2888 888.

SCOIL MHUIRE: Are hosting a “Glenties Say Yes To The Dress” in the Highlands Hote l on Friday 27th April at 8pm. Anyone who has a dress that they can donate to this fundraiser can leave them into Scoil Mhuire. We are looking for occasional wear suitable to sell on the night. We would be grateful for your support.

PADRE PIO PILGRIMAGE: Benevento – San Giovanni – Alba Adriatica, Loreto and Cascia. 5th to 12th June 2018. Further details from Nuala 071 9851129

WONDER OF THE [TURIN] SHROUD: A 60 minute film by Fr Martin Haigh, OSB will be shown in the Donegal Town Parish Centre on Thursday 15th March at 7pm. It will be followed by a 30 min overview of the forensic studies on the Shroud of Turin to-date. Light refreshments afterwards. Voluntary offerings to benefit the SVP. For more details call 087 161 3031.

PROTECT THE 8TH: Meeting for everyone interested in the Right to Life. Tara Hotel, Killybegs. Wednesday 7th March at 8pm.

RALLY TO PROTECT THE 8TH AMENDMENT: Takes place in Dublin on 10th March at 2pm. The most important Rally for Life. Bus leaves Glenties at 8am. To book your seat contact Jim 087 5606595 or Noreen 087 7456087.

DYC’S CASH FOR CLOBBER: There will be a “Cash for Clobber” collection on Saturday 10th March in aid of the Donegal Youth Choir’s Lourdes trip. Drop off at the Market Hall, Glenties 11am – 3pm. To arrange collection outside this time or for any queries call 086 1656455. Any support would be greatly appreciated.

Last week’s OFFERTORY COLLECTION amounted to € 2,175.00. Thank You

Church of the Holy Family, Edeninfagh

SUNDAY MASS: *** 12 .15 p.m. ***
WEEKDAY MASSES: Thursday 8th March 6pm & Friday 9th March 6pm

We will have Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament on Mondays from 6pm to 8pm.

Fr Donnchadh will visit the sick and elderly on Tuesday 6th March from 11am.

Last week’s Offertory Collection amounted to € 325.00. Thank you

Notices for the Parish Newsletter must be submitted no later than 1.00 p.m. Wednesday to Dympna, Parochial House, 074 95 51117. Parish email Address: glentiesparish@gmail.com

There was no winner of this week Gaa Lotto the numbers drawn out were 03-16-19-27 and the 2x€50 went to Sally Boyle, Stonepark & Cormac Quinn, Glen Tavern. Next week’s Jackpot will be €7,600.

Adult membership €40, adult and yearly lotto €100, youth €20 each for the first 2 children and €10 for each additional child. All players must have there membership paid before they can play for the club. Membership will be taken on Thursday night in the Comp Gym from  6.15-7pm

Naomh Conaill Gaa Dinner Dance will be held in The Highlands Hotel Glenties on Saturday 10th March. Tickets are on sale in the Inniskeel Co-op now. Live music on the night. Asking all members and non members to please come out and show your support for all the winning teams who will be presented with there winning medals on the night.

Last chance to order the Donegal GAA Annual Club Pass 2018. Closing date to order- 9th March- Contact Caroline Breslin Naomh Conaill Secretary 087 138 9926. The Donegal GAA Annual Club Pass are currently for sale for the 2018 Season at €120. This pass will give admission to all. Adult League & Championship matches under the control of Donegal GAA for 2018 Season. Adult League & Championship Matches. Includes U21 Competitions. Does not include competitions at U18 grade & Below.

Masses for week commencing 12th March to 18th March

Confessions: Immediately after Saturday 11 a.m. Mass

**ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT EVERY THURSDAY MORNING FROM 10AM TO **5PM**. (BENEDICTION WILL BE AT 5PM FOR THIS WEEK ONLY)**

STATIONS OF THE CROSS: FOLLOWING THE 7.30PM MASS ON FRIDAY.

LOOP SYSTEM: A “Loop System” has now been installed in the Main Church and the Day Church to assist the hard of hearing using hearing aid devices.

ST PATRICK’S DAY MASS: Parts of this Mass will be said in Irish. The Offertory Collection on St Patrick’s Day will be for Educational Purposes.

A meeting will be held with those parents (of First Holy Communion Children) who are taking responsibility for organizing the next “Let’s Be Family” Mass for Easter Sunday (1st April, 11.00am) Mass. The meeting will take place in Scoil Mhuire on Tuesday 20th March at 8.15pm.

A meeting of the Liturgy Group re: The “Let’s Be Family” Mass will take place at 9.00pm in Scoil Mhuire on Tuesday 20th March.

THE IRISH CANCER SOCIETY: Daffodil Day Friday 23rd March. Volunteers will be on Main Street, Glenties on the Friday looking for your support. Donations of fresh daffodils would be greatly appreciated. Thank You.

FIRST CONFESSION: MONDAY 23RD APRIL AT 7PM
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION: SATURDAY 12TH MAY AT 11AM

THE YOUTH CHOIR: Are in need of some teenage or adult musicians to assist at the family Mass on the first Saturday of every month. Contact Anne McDwyer on 087 7530132 if you can help.

The family of the late Louise Furey would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to everyone for the generous donations to The Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust. Total raised was €24,005.61. Thank you.

ANAM CARA DONEGAL: An organisation that supports bereaved parents, will hold a Bereavement Information Evening on Tuesday 20th March from 7.00-9.00pm in the Abbey Hotel, Donegal Town, Co. Donegal. If attending, please RSVP to info@anamcara.ie before Monday 19th March or call 085 2888 888.

JAMES MCCALLIG wishes to thank everyone for their donations on behalf of the “Ray of Sunshine Foundation “on his recent trip to Kenya. Total amount raised for the Charity was €1,813.00.

ST. RIAGHANS N.S DRIMNACROSH: Will be having a St.Patrick’s Day Cake Sale, Saturday 17th March in the Community Centre after Mass. Come along and enjoy some home baking and traditional song and dance.

TIR CHONAILL GAP CYCLING CLUB: Will host their annual Easter Charity Cycle and Run/Walk on Monday, 2 April 2018. Registration will take place at 10.00 am, in the Glenties Day Care Centre, with refreshments served afterwards. Proceeds in aid of the Care of the Aged and Alzheimer’s. Distances are 30k or 60k cycle, 5k run/walk or Duathlon 5k run & 30k cycle. See Facebook for details or contact any committee member.

S.V.P. GLENTIES: The AGM takes place on Tuesday 13th March at 8pm.

We, the Mc Dyer family want to extend our sincere gratitude for the generous donations received at our Coffee Evening in aid of The Donegal Hospice following Martin’s 4th Anniversary Mass. The amount collected was a whooping €950.00 which will make an immediate difference to those receiving palliate care and help support their families in one of their most challenging times. Your support encourages our continued commitment to fundraise to help make a positive difference to both patients in the Hospice and those receiving palliative care at home. Thank you all again for your generosity and support.

ACCORD CATHOLIC MARRIAGE CARE SERVICE: Are you interested in becoming a Facilitator to share your positive married experience with engaged couples? Contact ACCORD Letterkenny Centre 074 9122218 or email accordletterkenny@eircom.net.

ROSARY AT THE MASS ROCKS’: In November over 30,000 Irish People gathered at our coasts to pray the rosary to preserve Life & Faith in Ireland. Now we turn to our Mass Rocks and Ancient Monastic Sites, on Sunday March 18th, at 2.30pm, to pray the rosary, and ask our deceased brethren, who risked their lives for the faith, to intercede for Ireland. For more info, or to sign up a location visit www.coastalrosaryireland.ie. “You shall obtain all you ask of me by the recitation of the Rosary” Blessed Alan De La Roche

Last week’s OFFERTORY COLLECTION amounted to € 1,745.00. Thank You

Church of the Holy Family, Edeninfagh

SUNDAY MASS: *** 12 .15 p.m. ***
WEEKDAY MASSES: Thursday 15th March 6pm
ST PATRICK’S DAY VIGIL: Friday 16th March 6pm

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament on Mondays from 6pm to 8pm.

Last week’s Offertory Collection amounted to € 235.00. Thank you

Notices for the Parish Newsletter must be submitted no later than 1.00 p.m. Wednesday to Dympna, Parochial House, 074 9551117. Parish email Address : glentiesparish@gmail.com

There was no winner of this week Gaa Lotto the numbers drawn out were 17-23-26-28 and the 2x€50 went to Conal Wright, Fintown & Grace O Donnell & P Gallagher, Dungloe. Next week’s Jackpot will be €7,700.

Naomh Conaill club 200 draw No 8 took place on Tuesday 6th March and the winners were as follows. €300 Annette Mc Loone, Main Street. 7x€100 Michael O’Donnell, Mullantyboyle, Rosaleen Doherty, Station rd, Ross Watson, Dooey Letir, John Boyle, Mennalargan, John Paul Gallagher, Mennalargan, Joe Byrne, Buncurbog, Ann O’Donnell, Derries. Congratulations to all the winners and draw No 9 will take place on Tuesday 3rd April at bingo.

Adult membership €40, adult and yearly lotto €100, youth €20 each for the first 2 children and €10 for each additional child. All players must have there membership paid before they can play for the club. Membership will be taken on Friday night in the Clubhouse from  6.30-7.30pm

Naomh Conaill Gaa Dinner Dance was held in The Highlands Hotel Glenties on Saturday 10th March. Naomh Conaill would like to congratulate all the award winners on the night and Thank everyone who came out to support the club. Thanks to the staff and management of the Highlands Hotel for hosting the event and the Ballroom looked amazing.

Naomh Conaill Sinsir will play Cill Chartha in the Comórtas Peile na Gaeltachta 17th Marta at 2pm.

Masses for week commencing 19th March to 25th March

Confessions: Immediately after Saturday 11 a.m. Mass

STATIONS OF THE CROSS: FOLLOWING THE 7.30PM MASS ON FRIDAY.

LOOP SYSTEM: A “Loop System” has now been installed in the Main Church and the Day Church to assist the hard of hearing using hearing aid devices.

**THERE WILL BE NO EVENING MASS ON THURSDAY 22ND MARCH AND THERE WILL BE NO BENEDICTION**

CONFESSIONS FOR EASTER: Prior to Easter is a traditional time to reflect on our Christian living and our ongoing relationship with God and each other. With this in mind the Sacrament of Confession/Reconciliation will be available locally on the following days and times:

Sunday 25th March Edeninfagh 11.30am and after 12.15pm Mass
Monday 26th March Kilclooney 8.00pm
Monday 26th March Fintown 8.30pm
Tuesday 27th March Glenties 8.00pm
Wednesday 28th March Ardara 8.00pm

A meeting will be held with those parents (of First Holy Communion Children) who are taking responsibility for organizing the next “Let’s Be Family” Mass for Easter Sunday Mass (1st April, 11.00am). The meeting will take place in Scoil Mhuire on Tuesday 20th March at 8.15pm.

A meeting of the Liturgy Group re: The “Let’s Be Family” Mass will take place in Scoil Mhuire on Tuesday 20th March at 9.00pm.

CANCER CARE WEST: will hold a Church Gate Collection on Saturday24th/Sunday 25th March.

CEILI NIGHT: Sunday 18th March from 8 – 11pm in Roses CDP building Dungloe. Music by Ceili Time.

SVP COLLECTION: The recent collection amounted to €816. Thank you for your generous contributions.

ALZHEIMERS DAY CENTRE: The Annual Good Friday Walk in aid of the Alzheimers Day Care in Glenties on Thursdays and Fridays, will take place on Good Friday at 11.00am. The walk will commence at the Day Centre via Meenahalla returning to the Day Centre. Tea and Coffee afterwards.

A FUND FOR MICKEY JOE MCMONAGLE: Finale Fundraising Dance taking place in the Limelight, Glenties on Saturday 24th March with Daniel O’Donnell and Guests. Admission €20.00 payable at the door. Doors opening at 8.30 pm. Door prizes on the night. Everyone welcome.

THE YOUTH CHOIR: Are in need of some teenage or adult musicians to assist at the family Mass on the first Saturday of every month. Contact Anne McDwyer on 087 7530132 if you can help.

TIR CHONAILL GAP CYCLING CLUB: Will host their annual Easter Charity Cycle and Run/Walk on Monday, 2 April 2018. Registration will take place at 10.00 am, in the Glenties Day Care Centre, with refreshments served afterwards. Proceeds in aid of the Care of the Aged and Alzheimer’s. Distances are 30k or 60k cycle, 5k run/walk or Duathlon 5k run & 30k cycle. See Facebook for details or contact any committee member.

ACCORD CATHOLIC MARRIAGE CARE SERVICE: Are you interested in becoming a Facilitator to share your positive married experience with engaged couples? Contact ACCORD Letterkenny Centre 074 9122218 or email accordletterkenny@eircom.net.

Last week’s OFFERTORY COLLECTION amounted to € 2,060.00. Thank You

Church of the Holy Family, Edeninfagh

SUNDAY MASS: *** 12 .15 p.m. ***
WEEKDAY MASSES: Thursday 22nd March 6pm & Friday 23rd March 6pm

Sunday 25th March 12.15pm John Gallagher R.I.P, Strasallagh

EASTER CONFESSIONS: Sunday March 25th at 11.30am and after 12.15pm Mass

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament on Mondays from 6pm to 8pm.

Last week’s Offertory Collection amounted to € 295.00. Thank you

Notices for the Parish Newsletter must be submitted no later than 1.00 p.m. Wednesday to Dympna, Parochial House, 074 95 51117.  Parish email Address : glentiesparish@gmail.com

Masses for week commencing 9th April to 15th April

Confessions: Immediately after Saturday 11 a.m. Mass

LOOP SYSTEM: A “Loop System” has now been installed in the Main Church and the Day Church to assist the hard of hearing using hearing aid devices.

There will be Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament after 9.30am Mass on Thursday ending with Benediction at 6pm.

In the interest of preserving heat in the Church, might people kindly ensure that the outside door is kept closed.

WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES 2018
There is an extra envelope in your box for this Sunday, 8th April, for the World Meeting of Families which takes place in Dublin in August 2018. If you wish to attend any of the events you must register as soon as possible. You can also register as a volunteer. To register go the WMOF Website www.worldmeeting2018.ie.

ACCORD CATHOLIC MARRIAGE CARE SERVICE: Are you interested in becoming a Facilitator to share your positive married experience with engaged couples? Contact ACCORD Letterkenny Centre 074 9122218 or email accordletterkenny@eircom.net.

50TH REUNION COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL, GLENTIES: Were you in the Classes of 1968? If so you are invited to join us on the weekend of the 4th and 5th August 2018 in the Highlands Hotel, Glenties. For information please contact 083 0476277 or 087 3276071.

Visitation of the sick & elderly will take place this week as follows : –
Tuesday 10th Main Street, Tullyard Road, Dr. Mc Closkey Crescent, Stranaglough, Meenalargan, Ard Patrick and Ard McGill.
Wednesday 11th Stonepark, Derries, Kilraine, Drimnacrosh, Mullantyboyle, Narin Road, Loughcrillan Road, Letterilly, Maas, Ard Connell, Glen Road.

Bingo in GLENTIES COMMUNITY CENTRE every Tuesday night at 9pm. Jackpot €10,900 on 45 numbers or less if not win €300 will be paid out, €100 a house, €50 a line. Snooker Room is opened from 4.00 pm to 09.00 pm. Anybody wanting to book the Community Centre please contact 087 2679321 or call to the Community Centre Office between 10am – 2 pm Monday – Friday. Emily Bonner Irish Dance Classes Wednesday @ 3.30pm – 7.15pm. Tai Chi Wednesdays from 8.00pm – 9.30pm. Glenties Community Centre Amalgamated Ltd CE scheme have a vacancy for Horticultural workers, Maintenance workers, Caretaker. C.E criteria applies. C.E workers can avail of training to up skill while on CE scheme. To apply for the above please e-mail glentiescommunitycentre@yahoo.ie or ring 0879695053 for more information.

Margaret Connell, THE FOOT CARE PRACTITIONER, will be in the Day Centre on Monday 9th April. To book an appointment call 087 1417180.

Service of Remembrance (Interdenominational) is being held for those who have suffered the loss of a baby through Miscarriage, Stillbirth or Neo-Natal death at Letterkenny University Hospital. The service will take place in Conwal Parish Church (Church of Ireland, beside St. Eunan’s Cathedral) Letterkenny on Sunday 8th April @ 4pm.

ANAM CARA DONEGAL, the organisation that supports bereaved parents, is holding a Parent Evening on Thursday 12th of April from 19:30 to 21:00 in the Radisson Blu Hotel, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal. This event is free and open to all bereaved parents regardless of the age your child died, the circumstances of their death, or whether their death was recent or not.

CEILI NIGHT in Rosses CDP building, Dungloe on 15th April from 8 – 11pm. Music by Michael Coyle. Admission €8.

PROTECT THE 8TH Conference at the Mount Errigal Hotel on Tuesday April 17th at 7:30pm.

DONEGAL PRO LIFE – PUBLIC MEETING. A meeting will be held in the Abbey Hotel, Donegal Town on Monday 9th April at 7.30pm. Guest Speakers: Bernadette Smyth (Precious Life), Dr Judy Ceannt (GP) and Yvonne Donaghue. Dr. Cooke (GP) Chairman

Last week’s OFFERTORY COLLECTION amounted to € 2,550.00.
The Annual Lenten Collection for TRÓCAIRE amounted to € 4,528.00
The Good Friday Collection for HOLY PLACES amounted to € 1,060.00.
Thank you for your very generous contributions to these collections.

Church of the Holy Family, Edeninfagh.

SUNDAY MASS: *** 12 .15 p.m. ***

Fr Donnchadh will visit the sick and elderly on Tuesday 10th April commencing at 11am

The recent collection for Mary’s Meals amounted to € 55.05. Thank you .

Last week’s OFFERTORY COLLECTION amounted to € 660.00.
The Annual Lenten Collection for TRÓCAIRE amounted to €615.00
The Good Friday Collection for HOLY PLACES amounted to €295.00
Thank you for your very generous contributions to these collections.

Notices for the Parish Newsletter must be submitted no later than 1.00 p.m. Wednesday to Dympna, Parochial House, 074 95 51117. Parish email Address : glentiesparish@gmail.com

There was no winner of this week Gaa Lotto the numbers drawn out were 01-07-26-28 and the 2x€50 went to Terance & Kathleen Gallagher, Buncrubog & Patrick Mc Guigan, Ard Connell. Next week’s Jackpot will be €8,100.

Club 200 draw no 9 took place on Tuesday 03rd April and the winners were as follows €300 Pat Eamonn Boyle, Glen Rd 7x €100 John Molloy (Block) Mully, Jimmy Timoney, Michael O’Donnell (Ownie), Patricia Browne Binban, Maggie Ward Mully, Joe Gallagher (Red) Derries, Anthony Faulkner Church rd. Congratulations to all the winners

Well done to Naomh Conaill Senior and Reserve teams and Management on the victories over Gaoth Dobhair in the Division 1 league at the weekend. Senior 1-9 to 0-10. Reserve 3-12 to 0-11. next league game will be away against Naomh Micheal on Sunday 15th April @1:30 & 3pm.

Masses for week commencing 16th April to 22nd April

Confessions: Immediately after Saturday 11 a.m. Mass

LOOP SYSTEM: A “Loop System” has now been installed in the Main Church and the Day Church to assist the hard of hearing using hearing aid devices.

There will be Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament after 9.30am Mass on Thursday, ending with Benediction at 6pm.

In the interest of preserving heat in the Church, might people kindly ensure that the outside door is kept closed.

A SUM OF MONEY HAS BEEN FOUND IN THE CHURCH. PLEASE CONTACT FR GERARD OR THE PAROCHIAL HOUSE.

Ministers of the Word and Ministers of the Eucharist: An Evening of Prayer, Reflection and Practice will be held in the Church on Thursday 19th April from 7.30pm for all existing and new Ministers of the Eucharist and Ministers of the Word.

“Human rights are not a privilege conferred by Government. They are every human being’s entitlement by virtue of our humanity.” Mother Teresa.

FIRST CONFESSION: MONDAY 23RD APRIL AT 7PM
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION: SATURDAY 12TH MAY AT 11AM

A meeting will be held with those parents (of First Holy Communion Children) who are taking responsibility for organising the next “Let’s Be Family” Mass on Saturday 5th May at 7.30pm. The meeting will take place in Scoil Mhuire on Tuesday 24th April at 8.15pm.

A meeting of the Liturgy Group Re: the “Let’s Be Family” Mass will take place in Scoil Mhuire on Tuesday 24th April at 8.45pm.

A Sincere Thank You to all who gave so generously to the Donegal Youth Choir Collection. €310.50 was raised for their Lourdes Trip.

PROTECT THE 8TH: Conference at the Mount Errigal Hotel on Tuesday April 17th at 7:30pm.

The AGM of The Glenties Development Group will take place on Monday 16th April in the Community Centre at 9pm. Everyone is urged to come along, all committee groups in the area are asked to be represented.

World Meeting of Families 2018
Tickets must be booked online for the Festival of Families event on Saturday 24th August and the Closing Mass with Pope Francis on Sunday 25th August. If you wish to attend you must register online at www.worldmeeting2018.ie. These tickets will become available within the next four to six weeks. Volunteers are also required.

Enfolded in His Love
The Love of God surrounds us
Like the air we breathe around us –
As near as a heartbeat, as close as a prayer,
And whenever we need Him, He’ll always be there!

Last week’s OFFERTORY COLLECTION amounted to € 1,717.00.
THE COLLECTION FOR THE WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES AMOUNTED TO €705.00
Thank you for your generosity.

Church of the Holy Family, Edeninfagh

SUNDAY MASS: *** 12 .15 p.m. ***

Sunday 15th April 12.15pm Agnes McCallig, Edeninfagh
Sunday 22nd April 12.15pm Owen Ward, Mully

Last week’s OFFERTORY COLLECTION amounted to € 371.00. Thank You
THE COLLECTION FOR THE WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES AMOUNTED TO €140.
Thank you for your generosity.

Notices for the Parish Newsletter must be submitted no later than 1.00 p.m. Wednesday to Dympna, Parochial House, 074 95 51117. Parish email Address : glentiesparish@gmail.com

Masses for week commencing 23rd April to 29th April

Confessions: Immediately after Saturday 11 a.m. Mass

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament after 9.30am Mass every Thursday, ending with Benediction at 6pm.

A “Loop System” has now been installed in the Main Church and the Day Church to assist the hard of hearing using hearing aid devices.

In the interest of preserving heat in the Church, might people kindly ensure that the outside door is kept closed.

A SUM OF MONEY HAS BEEN FOUND IN THE CHURCH. PLEASE CONTACT FR GERARD OR THE PAROCHIAL HOUSE.

The Raphoe Diocesan Society: An Annual Diocesan Mass is offered for the deceased members of the Raphoe Diocesan Society. Four Masses (of perpetual foundation) are offered in each parish each year – two for the Living Members and two for Deceased Members and Benefactors of the Raphoe Diocesan Society. The following Parishioners have recently been enrolled in the Raphoe Diocesan Society :
John McLoone, Main Street, Glenties
Cissie Meehan, Dr McCloskey Crescent, Glenties

FIRST CONFESSION: MONDAY 23RD APRIL AT 7PM
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION: SATURDAY 12TH MAY AT 11AM

A meeting will be held with those parents (of First Holy Communion Children) who are taking responsibility for organising the next “Let’s Be Family” Mass on Saturday 5th May at 7.30pm. The meeting will take place in Scoil Mhuire on Tuesday 24th April at 8.15pm.

A meeting of the Liturgy Group Re: the “Let’s Be Family” Mass will take place in Scoil Mhuire on Tuesday 24th April at 8.45pm.

SCOIL MHUIRE are hosting a Ladies night “Say Yes to the Dress” fundraiser in the Highlands Hotel on Friday 27th April. Doors open at 8pm. Admission €5. Door prize for best dressed. Spot prizes galore. Large selection of dresses and shoes on offer. Debs, Occasion and Day dresses available. Beauty demo on the night. Come along for a fun night.

FREE DIGITAL SKILLS FOR CITIZENS TRAINING. Commencing in the Market Hall, Glenties on Monday 23rd April from 10am to 12 noon. To book contact 087 2679321.

MEDJUGORJE IRISH CENTRE PILGRIMAGES 2018: 7 nights B&B and Airport Shuttle service from €279 per person. For further info and book the dates that suit you. Tel. 01 443 4510 or email reservations@med-irishcentre.com.

GLENTIES DRAMA GROUP would like to thank all those who supported their recent production of ” The Communication Cord ” by Brian Friel. We were delighted to be able to donate €2000 to The Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust. Also, our local charity shop “Shop and Share” and Glenties Museum each gained just over €400 from their respective raffles. Again, thanks to all who supported us in any way.

PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES 28th August to 2nd September. Pilgrimage Director:
Fr James Gillespie. 5 nights full board, €705 per person sharing. Departing from Knock. Bus to Knock extra. For more details or to book, contact K. Mc Keague on 074 9121551

Last week’s OFFERTORY COLLECTION amounted to € 1,995.00. Thank You

Church of the Holy Family, Edeninfagh

SUNDAY MASS: *** 12 .15 p.m. ***

Sunday 22nd April 12.15pm Owen Ward, Mully

Last week’s OFFERTORY COLLECTION amounted to € 235.00. Thank You

Notices for the Parish Newsletter must be submitted no later than 1.00 p.m. Wednesday to Dympna, Parochial House, 074 95 51117. Parish email Address : glentiesparish@gmail.com

There was no winner of this week Gaa Lotto the numbers drawn out were 01-03-21-29 and the 2x€50 went to Brendan Doherty, Narin Rd & Margo Mc Ginley, Glenfin. Next week’s Jackpot will be €8,400.

Ticket details Donegal v Cavan Sunday 13th May. Adult- stand €28 terrace €18. OAP- stand €18, terrace €12. Student terrace €12. Under 16 are free to all parts of the ground except the stand. Names will be taken in the clubhouse on Wednesday 2nd May between 6-6.30pm. No late orders will be excepted. Please note under 16’s are €5 in the terrace and need a ticket.

The Donegal GAA Health & Wellbeing Committee are delighted to support the Darkness Into Light Campaign which takes place across the county on Sat 12th May @4.15am. check out dil.pieta.ie for registration, events and venues. We are encouraging players, executives, members and communities to come out and lend their support to the issue of self-harm and suicide which has affected us all as individuals, families and communities at some time in our life. Wear your County or Club jersey to show the GAAs support for the Darkness into Light Campaign.

Support Donegal County team for 2018. All Clubs are asked by the county board to sell window stickers to help funds for the county team. If anyone would like a sticker contact Caroline or any executive member. tickets priced at €20 each.

Comórtas Péile Na Gaeltachta 2018. Naomh Conaill seniors will play Glenswilly this Sunday evening at 6pm at the Gaeltacht in Downings.

Masses for week commencing 30th April to 6th May

Confessions: Immediately after Saturday 11 a.m. Mass

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament after 9.30am Mass every Thursday followed by Benediction at 6pm.

A “Loop System” has now been installed in the Main Church and the Day Church to assist the hard of hearing using hearing aid devices.

A SUM OF MONEY HAS BEEN FOUND IN THE CHURCH. PLEASE CONTACT FR GERARD OR THE PAROCHIAL HOUSE.

BISHOP ALAN MC GUCKIAN SJ will be offering Mass at 9.00pm on Monday 30th of April, 2018. Before Mass there will be a Holy Hour before the Blessed Sacrament from 8.00pm until 9.00pm. The Bishop plans to walk and pray with Pilgrims from St. Columba’s Church, Termon to Doon Well leaving at 10.30pm and arriving at the Well for the Rosary at 12.00 Midnight.

LOUGH DERG 2018: Season opens for One Day Retreats on Saturday 5th May. Retreats continue on May 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 15, 20, 22, 26, 27 & 28. Advance booking is essential. Tel +353 (0) 71 9861518 or email info@loughderg.org (Three Day Pilgrimage begins 1st June.)

ROAD CLOSURE: The N56 at the Mullanieran Bridge, Mill Road, will be closed from
8pm on Thursday 3rd May to 6am on Friday 4th May. Local diversions will be in place.

A PRO LIFE DVD explaining the process of Abortion in the Community Centre on Sunday 29th at 7.30pm. Speakers on Abortion will be present to answer any questions. Please support.

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION: SATURDAY 12TH MAY AT 11AM
The Annual Party for the First Holy Communion Children, their families and guests, will be held in the Community Centre after Mass. Refreshments will be served for everyone attending. All donations would be greatly appreciated to help cover costs.

**PLEASE NOTE NEW ROTA**
READERS FOR MAY
Saturday 7.30 p.m.
Barbara Boyle

Sunday 11.00 a.m.
Brian mcdevitt

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS FOR MAY
Saturday 7.30 p.m.
Bríd McLoone
Martin Doherty
Bridgeen Gallagher
Seamus Bonner

Sunday 11.00 a.m.
Kieran Kennedy
Bríd Gavigan
Jean Campbell
Muriel Hegarty

ALTAR SOCIETY FOR MAY TEAM A

COLLECTORS FOR MAY
Saturday 7.30 p.m.
Conan Mc Hugh
Martin Breslin
Connie Doherty

Sunday 11.00 a.m.
Micheal O’Haire
James Griffin
James mchugh
Patrick Gallagher

A huge thank you to all who gave so generously to the NAOMH CONAILL LADIES collections on 14th/15th April 2018, the total amount collected was €503.29

TABLE QUIZ Friday 4th May in The Glen Tavern ” Dinnys” at 9pm. In Aid of Scoil Náisiúnta Eadan Fhionn Fhraoich. Tables of 4. Everyone Welcome

PRAYER IN THE PARK – Four Public Rosaries for Faith & Life will be held in Letterkenny Town Park (beside Letterkenny Hospital) for the first four Wednesdays of May @8pm starting Wednesday May 2nd. All welcome

Last week’s OFFERTORY COLLECTION amounted to € 2,060.00. Thank You

Church of the Holy Family, Edeninfagh

SUNDAY MASS:  ***   12 .15 p.m.   ***

Friday 4th May – 6pm – Mary & Paddy McDermott,  Edeninfagh
Sunday 6th May – 12.15pm – John Ward, Taobh a Loch – Month’s Mind

Last   week’s  OFFERTORY   COLLECTION  amounted  to  € 255.00.  Thank You

Notices for the Parish Newsletter must be submitted no later than 1:00 p.m. Wednesday to Dympna, Parochial House, 074 95 51117. Parish email Address : glentiesparish@gmail.com