Clonmacnois Parish Newsletter
Sunday 19th June 2005 - 12th Sun A
Tel (090) 9674125
Fax (090) 9674267
E-mail. Parishnewsletter@eircom.net

Shannonbridge
Masses: Mon,Tues, Thurs - Sat @ 10am;
On Wed @ 8am - Bord Na Mona Mass
Last Sunday's Offertory collection: €526. Many Thanks
Church Cleaners: M.O'Duffy, M.Corbett, M.Moran
Eucharistic ministers: Group 3
Readers for next Weekend:
Altar Servers for this week: Katie, Mary-Anne, Tara, Ciara
Mass on next Sat eve for the late Stephen Daly;
On next Sun First Anniversary Mass for Jimmy McManus

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Clonfanlough
Last Sunday's Offertory collection: €201. Many Thanks
Church Cleaners: B.Kenny, M.Lantry
Readers for next Sunday: D.Boland, C.Higgins
Altar Servers for next Sunday: Group 1
Eucharistic minister for next Sunday: N.Egan
Important Meeting of Hall Committee on Mon @ 8pm, in Clonfanlough Hall. All members please attend, if possible.
Ardagh & Clonmacnois Youth Pilgrimage to Croagh Patrick
Sat 25th June, starting from the Car park there @ 11.30am.
'At various stages along the climb we stop to pray, listen to Scripture, sing, confess our sins, and at the summit celebrate the Eucharist.'
'This activity is not for the very young. Adults must supervise and assist youth all the way.'
If you wish to join the pilgrimage climb phone 090-6473358.
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Invitation from Drum Heritage Group:
There will be a Concelebrated Open-air Mass at Drum Monastic Site on Sun 19th June @ 3.45pm sharp. Immediately following the Mass priests and people will take part in a Rosary Procession from the Sanctuary area, carrying the Blessed Sacrament to St Brigid's Well, where Solemn Benediction will take place.
All are welcome, in this Year of the Eucharist to join in this special outdoor expression of faith.
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The Carers' Association
Are currently recruiting staff (clerical & home respite staff) for their Community Employment Scheme. If you qualify under the regulations set by Fás for CE and are interested in any of the above positions, or would like further information please contact Fidelma Mealiffe, Fás Supervisor on 0506-22920.
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Summer Youth Festival at Knock
This Prayer Festival for young people aged 15-35 takes place at Knock Shrine from 28th - 31st July. An opportunity not to be missed to experience the Catholic Faith! The Theme is "I want to lavish my love on you."
Contact Ann on 094 9388100 (office hours) for information and bookings.
No charge - donations only. Special buses available from some locations. See poster in Porch. Website: www.youth2000.ie
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Another interesting website: www.refdesk.com
It describes itself in this way: 'Since 1995, Refdesk is a free and family-friendly web site that indexes and reviews quality, credible, and current web-based resources.'