Sunday, August 31, 2008

Clonmacnois Parish Newsletter
Sunday 31st Aug 2008 - 22nd Sun A
Tel (090) 9674125 Fax (090) 9674267
Mass times: Shannonbridge - Weekend, 8pm (Sat), & 12noon Sun;
Weekdays, 10am. Clonfanlough - Sunday, 10.30am

Shannonbridge
Masses: Each day @ 10am
Adoration on First Fri until 6pm
Last Sunday's Offertory collection: €570. Many Thanks
Church Cleaners: K.Price, C.Curley, P.Anderson
Eucharistic ministers: Group 2
Readers for next Weekend: Group 6, E.Casey, D.O'Carroll
Altar Servers for this week: Athene, Caitríona
Mass on next Sat eve for the late Willie Dillon
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Clonfanlough
Mass for First Fri will be on Thurs @ 7pm. This Mass will be said for the late Larry & Brigid Rohan.
Last Sunday's Offertory collection: €186. Many Thanks
Church Cleaners: J. & C. Rigney
Readers for next Sunday: D.Norton
Altar Servers for next Sunday: Group B Eucharistic minister for next Sunday: A.Rohan
Anniversary Mass on next Sun for Alice Kilduff

Meeting of Parish P.C. in Shannonbridge on Mon 1st Sept @ 8pm
I will visit the sick & housebound on Thursday
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Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock, Sun 7th September
A bus will travel from the Parish as usual.
If you wish to travel, please give your name to Teresa Rohan (tel 090-6430072), or Darran Finnerty (086-8776273) before Tues 2nd Sept. Provisional cost will be €30, which will include breakfast & an evening meal, (depending on numbers). Some discount for children possible (again depending on numbers).
Pattern Day @ Clonmacnois will be on Sunday 14thSept. Celebration will start @ 3pm. We will have Mass there for the feast of St Ciaran on Tuesday 9th Sept @ 7pm.
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Study Theology from home
The Dominicans are offering a full programme of theology through distance learning, supported by a network of centres around the country. This is made up of 15-week modules, which can be studied at your own pace, leading to either a cert. or a diploma or a degree in theology. For more info call 01-4048127, or 4048124, or write to The Priory Inst. Tallaght Village, Dublin 14. www.prioryinstitute.com
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Samaritans - Information Evening
On Thus 4th Sept in the Shamrock Lodge Hotel, Athlone @ 8pm.
For more info call Liam on 087-9030621.
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Renewal of Firearm Certificates
Ballinahown Garda area. 'On the instructions of Supt Aiden Glacken, Athlone, all firearm certificates in this area must be received before the end of Aug 2008.' (087-2272252)
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Shannonbridge Parent & Toddler Group
Will resume after its summer break in Thurs 4th Sept in Shannonbridge Hall from 10.30am - 12 noon. 'All new parents & toddlers are welcome to call into the Hall any Thurs morning. We also look forward to the return of our existing members.'
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Shannonbridge Library will reopen next Thurs, 7-9pm
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'I have often regretted my speech, never my silence.' (Publilius Syrus)

Friday, August 29, 2008

Clonmacnois Parish Newsletter
Sunday 24th Aug 2008 - 21st Sun A
Tel (090) 9674125 Fax (090) 9674267
Mass times: Shannonbridge - Weekend, 8pm (Sat), & 12noon Sun;
Weekdays, 10am. Clonfanlough - Sunday, 10.30am


Shannonbridge
Masses: Each day @ 10am
Last Sunday's Offertory collection: €646. Many Thanks
Church Cleaners: M.McManus, C.Slattery, A.Corbett
Eucharistic ministers: Group 1
Readers for next Weekend: Group 5, C.Mannion, C.Doolan
Altar Servers for this week: Megan, Michaela
Mass on next Sun for the late Tom Donegan
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Clonfanlough
Last Sunday's Offertory collection: €283. Many Thanks
Church Cleaners: M.Claffey, B.Coughlan
Readers for next Sunday: A.Kelly
Altar Servers for next Sunday: Group A Eucharistic minister for next Sunday: K.Kelly

Lough Derg One day Retreats
On selected dates in Aug & Sept; Family Day on 30th Aug.
For more info & bookings call 071-9861518.
Email: info@loughderg.org
Pilgrim Walk, Shannonbridge to Clonmacnois - Sun 24th Aug
'You are invited to join us on this pilgrim walk, which will start from the Church Carpark @ 2pm Sharp.
There will be a number of stops on route for prayer & reflection, at the coffin trees, the Mass rock, St Ciaran's Well.
We finish at the Monastic site where the concluding prayers & reflection will take place at the Cross of the Scriptures and Temple Ciarán. For more info call 090-9674305.'
The event is being organised for the Year of Vocations by the Ursuline Sisters & Associates in Shannonbridge.
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Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock, Sun 7th September
A bus will travel from the Parish as usual.
If you wish to travel, please give your name to Teresa Rohan (tel 090-6430072), or Darran Finnerty (086-8776273) before Tues 2nd Sept. Provisional cost will be €30, which will include breakfast & an evening meal, (depending on numbers). Some discount for children possible (again depending on numbers).
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Study Theology from home
The Dominicans are offering a full programme of theology through distance learning, supported by a network of centres around the country. This is made up of 15-week modules, which can be studied at your own pace, leading to either a cert. or a diploma or a degree in theology. For more info call 01-4048127, or 4048124, or write to The Priory Inst. Tallaght Village, Dublin 14. www.prioryinstitute.com
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West Offaly Rural Transport Project
Will run a bus service to AIT/Moate Business College, starting in Sept, from Birr, Taylor's Cross, Lusmagh, Banagher, Belmont, Cloghan, Ferbane, Doon, and Ballinahown. The service, which operates to the college timetable, is available to all who wish to travel to Athlone & Moate. For more info call 057-9151622
There is also a bus service to St Sheelan's College, Templemore, which operates from Birr.
West Offaly Partnership
Interested in qualifying as a Health Care Assistant, that would help you find work in a nursing home, hospital or community care setting? Then call 057-9121155.

Thursday, August 28, 2008

Late Mrs. Moll Quigley.
The death has occurred of Moll Quigley, Aughinacabe, Shannonbridge. She was the widow of the late Ned Quigley. She was laid to rest in Clonmacnois today after requiem Mass in Clonfanlough church. May she rest in peace.

Thursday, August 21, 2008

GAA

Shannonbridge bowed out of the Senior Football Championship last Sunday when they suffered a 6 point defeat at the hands of Tullamore on a scoreline of 1-10 to 0-7. Sbridge needed to stay within 4 points of the opposition to secure a place in the knockout stages on goal difference. The omens were not good at half time, when, after playing with the breeze, we turned over three points in arrears at 1-5 to 0-5. Sbridge were forced to line out without the injured John Ryan; he was replaced by Paul Moloney. Team: Declan Kelly, Willie Keena, Niall Price, Mel Darcy, Kieran Flannery, Ciaran Kearns, Paul Moloney, John Egan, Jason Kelly, Paul Deeley, Anthony Kelly, Dermot Turley, Karol Kelly, David Corbett, Shane Flannery. Subs: John Ryan and Philip Egan. One important outcome of the group series is that Shannonbridge have retained their Senior status for next year, with Ferbane going into the relegation battle with St. Rynaghs and Edenderry.

Sunday, August 17, 2008

Clonmacnois Parish Newsletter
Sunday 17th Aug 2008 - 20thSun A
Tel (090) 9674125 Fax (090) 9674267
Mass times: Shannonbridge - Weekend, 8pm (Sat), & 12noon Sun;
Weekdays, 10am. Clonfanlough - Sunday, 10.30am

Shannonbridge
Masses: Each day @ 10am
Last Sunday's Offertory collection: €508. Many Thanks
Church Cleaners: J.Kelly, M.Killeen, A.Keena
Eucharistic ministers: Group 4
Readers for next Weekend: Group 4, S.Grennan, P.Duffy
Altar Servers for this week: Ciara, Dylan
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Clonfanlough
Last Sunday's Offertory collection: €292. Many Thanks
Church Cleaners: M.Loonam, A.Egan
Readers for next Sunday: I.McEvoy
Altar Servers for next Sunday: Group E Eucharistic minister for next Sunday: P.Darcy

Clonmacnois P.T.A.A.
'Many thanks to all who supported our recent Church Gate Collection. Total collected: €430.00'.
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Congratulations & best wishes to Mairéad Mannion & Declan Brazil, who were married recently in Clonfanlough Church.
Pilgrim Walk, Shannonbridge to Clonmacnois - Sun 24th Aug
'You are invited to join us on this pilgrim walk, which will start from the Church Carpark @ 2pm Sharp.
There will be a number of stops on route for prayer & reflection, at the coffin trees, the Mass rock, St Ciaran's Well.
We finish at the Monastic site where the concluding prayers & reflection will take place at the Cross of the Scriptures and Temple Ciarán. For more info call 090-9674305.'
The event is being organised for the Year of Vocations by the Ursuline Sisters & Associates in Shannonbridge.
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Golden Jubilee of Fr Peter Kenny
Celebration will take place in Moore Church of Fri 22nd Aug with Mass @ 8pm followed by refreshments at Millars. All welcome.
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Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock, Sun 7th September
A bus will travel from the Parish as usual.
If you wish to travel, please give your name to Teresa Rohan (tel 090-6430072), or Darran Finnerty (086-8776273) before Tues 2nd Sept. Provisional cost will be €30, which will include breakfast & an evening meal, (depending on numbers). Some discount for children possible (again depending on numbers).
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Study Theology from home
The Dominicans are offering a full programme of theology through distance learning, supported by a network of centres around the country. This is made up of 15-week modules, which can be studied at your own pace, leading to either a cert. or a diploma or a degree in theology. For more info call 01-4048127, or 4048124, or write to The Priory Inst. Tallaght Village, Dublin 14. www.prioryinstitute.com
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Umbra Clothing Collection
'To fund an educational project in Africa'.
On Sat 23rd Aug before 12noon at the Carparks at Shannonbridge & Clonfanlough Halls.
Collection of all types of clean, dry ladies, gents, and children's clothing, plus bed linen, curtains, towels & shoes.
For more info call 086-8582529
Clonmacnois Parish Newsletter
Sunday 17th Aug 2008 - 20thSun A
Tel (090) 9674125 Fax (090) 9674267
Mass times: Shannonbridge - Weekend, 8pm (Sat), & 12noon Sun;
Weekdays, 10am. Clonfanlough - Sunday, 10.30am

Shannonbridge
Masses: Each day @ 10am
Last Sunday's Offertory collection: €508. Many Thanks
Church Cleaners: J.Kelly, M.Killeen, A.Keena
Eucharistic ministers: Group 4
Readers for next Weekend: Group 4, S.Grennan, P.Duffy
Altar Servers for this week: Ciara, Dylan
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Clonfanlough
Last Sunday's Offertory collection: €292. Many Thanks
Church Cleaners: M.Loonam, A.Egan
Readers for next Sunday: I.McEvoy
Altar Servers for next Sunday: Group E Eucharistic minister for next Sunday: P.Darcy

Clonmacnois P.T.A.A.
'Many thanks to all who supported our recent Church Gate Collection. Total collected: €430.00'.
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Congratulations & best wishes to Mairéad Mannion & Declan Brazil, who were married recently in Clonfanlough Church.
Pilgrim Walk, Shannonbridge to Clonmacnois - Sun 24th Aug
'You are invited to join us on this pilgrim walk, which will start from the Church Carpark @ 2pm Sharp.
There will be a number of stops on route for prayer & reflection, at the coffin trees, the Mass rock, St Ciaran's Well.
We finish at the Monastic site where the concluding prayers & reflection will take place at the Cross of the Scriptures and Temple Ciarán. For more info call 090-9674305.'
The event is being organised for the Year of Vocations by the Ursuline Sisters & Associates in Shannonbridge.
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Golden Jubilee of Fr Peter Kenny
Celebration will take place in Moore Church of Fri 22nd Aug with Mass @ 8pm followed by refreshments at Millars. All welcome.
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Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock, Sun 7th September
A bus will travel from the Parish as usual.
If you wish to travel, please give your name to Teresa Rohan (tel 090-6430072), or Darran Finnerty (086-8776273) before Tues 2nd Sept. Provisional cost will be €30, which will include breakfast & an evening meal, (depending on numbers). Some discount for children possible (again depending on numbers).
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Study Theology from home
The Dominicans are offering a full programme of theology through distance learning, supported by a network of centres around the country. This is made up of 15-week modules, which can be studied at your own pace, leading to either a cert. or a diploma or a degree in theology. For more info call 01-4048127, or 4048124, or write to The Priory Inst. Tallaght Village, Dublin 14. www.prioryinstitute.com
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Umbra Clothing Collection
'To fund an educational project in Africa'.
On Sat 23rd Aug before 12noon at the Carparks at Shannonbridge & Clonfanlough Halls.
Collection of all types of clean, dry ladies, gents, and children's clothing, plus bed linen, curtains, towels & shoes.
For more info call 086-8582529

Wednesday, August 13, 2008

GAA.

In their last outing our Seniors were very unlucky to lose to Rhode by the narrowest of margins (0-12 to 1-8) after a very determined performance. Team: Declan Kelly, Willie Keena, Niall Price, Mel Darcy, Kieran Flannery, Kieran Kearns, Dermot Turley, John Ryan, John Egan, Paul Deeley, Jason Kelly, Philip Egan, Shane Flannery, David Corbett, Karol Kelly. Subs used were Paul Moloney and Roger Ryan.
Its all to play for now with the last group game against county champions Tullamore in Tubber next Sunday at 2pm.

Shannonbridge Juniors are unfortunately out of the championhip despite a very creditable draw against Ballycommon, at the away venue, in their last outing. Having won 2, drawn 1 and lost 1 of their group games they were just edged out on scoring difference, with Clonmore Harps and Ballycommon going through.

Dont forget the Shannonbridge GAA Golf Classic in Ballinasloe on Saturday 30th August. Booking with Jim Killeen or Vinnie Costello..

Sunday, August 10, 2008

Daily Reflections

Daily Reflections

Daily Reflections

Daily Reflections
Clonmacnois Parish Newsletter
Sunday 10th Aug 2008 - 19th Sun A
Tel (090) 9674125 Fax (090) 9674267
Mass times: Shannonbridge - Weekend, 8pm (Sat), & 12noon Sun;
Weekdays, 10am. Clonfanlough - Sunday, 10.30am

Shannonbridge
Masses: Each day @ 10am, except on Fri which is the Feast of the Assumption, A Holy Day: Mass @ 12noon, which will be an Anniversary Mass for Kieran Hynes; also Mass on Thurs @ 8pm
Last Sunday's Offertory collection: €542. Many Thanks. Church Cleaners: G.Brennan, D.Deeley, V.Hynes
Eucharistic ministers: Group 3
Readers for next Weekend: Group 3, M. Killeen, O.Costello
Altar Servers for this week: Ailbhe, Aoife
'Month's Mind Mass for Bridgie Fox (nee Fallon) on next Sat eve.
Mass for Edward & Annie McManus & family deceased on next Sun
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Clonfanlough
Mass for Feast of the Assumption on Fri @ 10.30am
Last Sunday's Offertory collection: €188. Many Thanks
Church Cleaners: B.Kilduff, E.Kilduff
Readers for Holy day: A. & L. Devery; for Sun, A.Coughlan
Altar Servers for next Sunday: Group D Eucharistic minister for next Sunday: N.Egan

Parish P.C. Meeting in Clonfanlough on Mon @ 8pm
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Youth 2000 Summer Festival, Clonmacnois
Thurs 14th - Sun 17th August; for young people aged 16-35, an opportunity mot to be missed to experience the Catholic faith and meet many new friends. Donation only. Free buses available from around the country.
The weekend will include inspiring talks, dramas, a concert, prayer, Mass, games & times of sharing. For more info contact 01-6753690, or check our website as follows:
www.youth2000.ie, or xx-youth2000-xx.bebo.com
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Diocesan Youth Ministry Athlone
Summer camps for the 10-16 year olds.
Mon 18th Aug - 22nd Aug; Mon 25th Aug - 29th Aug. €80 per person.
Begins @ 9.30am; concludes @ 3.30pm.
Children to bring 2 packed lunches each day.
All activities will be supervised and will take place in St Mary's Hall, Northgate St Athlone. Call 090-6473358 for more information
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Diocesan Pilgrimages
To Knock on Sun 7th Sept, which begins with the anointing of the sick @ 2.30pm. Pattern Day @ Clonmacnois will be on Sunday 14th Sept
We will have Mass there for the feast of St Ciaran on Tuesday 9th Sept @ 7pm.
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Questions people ask (Fr O'Flynn- Intercom)
Q. I like to go to Knock every year, but my son insists that these apparitions are imaginary. How can I answer him?'
A. The best test of an alleged apparition is what Jesus said: 'By their fruits you will know them.' Here are three tests:
Is the teaching in accord with Scripture & sound faith?
Does it strengthen & improve the moral life of people?
Is there evidence here of God's healing power?
Knock passes on all three criteria. In the apparition there is a deep silent contemplation of the sacrifice of Jesus, Lamb of God, in the company of Mary, St Joseph & St John
Clonmacnois Parish Newsletter
Sunday 10th Aug 2008 - 19th Sun A
Tel (090) 9674125 Fax (090) 9674267
Mass times: Shannonbridge - Weekend, 8pm (Sat), & 12noon Sun;
Weekdays, 10am. Clonfanlough - Sunday, 10.30am

Shannonbridge
Masses: Each day @ 10am, except on Fri which is the Feast of the Assumption, A Holy Day: Mass @ 12noon, which will be an Anniversary Mass for Kieran Hynes; also Mass on Thurs @ 8pm
Last Sunday's Offertory collection: €542. Many Thanks. Church Cleaners: G.Brennan, D.Deeley, V.Hynes
Eucharistic ministers: Group 3
Readers for next Weekend: Group 3, M. Killeen, O.Costello
Altar Servers for this week: Ailbhe, Aoife
'Month's Mind Mass for Bridgie Fox (nee Fallon) on next Sat eve.
Mass for Edward & Annie McManus & family deceased on next Sun
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Clonfanlough
Mass for Feast of the Assumption on Fri @ 10.30am
Last Sunday's Offertory collection: €188. Many Thanks
Church Cleaners: B.Kilduff, E.Kilduff
Readers for Holy day: A. & L. Devery; for Sun, A.Coughlan
Altar Servers for next Sunday: Group D Eucharistic minister for next Sunday: N.Egan

Parish P.C. Meeting in Clonfanlough on Mon @ 8pm
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Youth 2000 Summer Festival, Clonmacnois
Thurs 14th - Sun 17th August; for young people aged 16-35, an opportunity mot to be missed to experience the Catholic faith and meet many new friends. Donation only. Free buses available from around the country.
The weekend will include inspiring talks, dramas, a concert, prayer, Mass, games & times of sharing. For more info contact 01-6753690, or check our website as follows:
www.youth2000.ie, or xx-youth2000-xx.bebo.com
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Diocesan Youth Ministry Athlone
Summer camps for the 10-16 year olds.
Mon 18th Aug - 22nd Aug; Mon 25th Aug - 29th Aug. €80 per person.
Begins @ 9.30am; concludes @ 3.30pm.
Children to bring 2 packed lunches each day.
All activities will be supervised and will take place in St Mary's Hall, Northgate St Athlone. Call 090-6473358 for more information
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Diocesan Pilgrimages
To Knock on Sun 7th Sept, which begins with the anointing of the sick @ 2.30pm. Pattern Day @ Clonmacnois will be on Sunday 14th Sept
We will have Mass there for the feast of St Ciaran on Tuesday 9th Sept @ 7pm.
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Questions people ask (Fr O'Flynn- Intercom)
Q. I like to go to Knock every year, but my son insists that these apparitions are imaginary. How can I answer him?'
A. The best test of an alleged apparition is what Jesus said: 'By their fruits you will know them.' Here are three tests:
Is the teaching in accord with Scripture & sound faith?
Does it strengthen & improve the moral life of people?
Is there evidence here of God's healing power?
Knock passes on all three criteria. In the apparition there is a deep silent contemplation of the sacrifice of Jesus, Lamb of God, in the company of Mary, St Joseph & St John
Clonmacnois Parish Newsletter
Sunday 10th Aug 2008 - 19th Sun A
Tel (090) 9674125 Fax (090) 9674267
Mass times: Shannonbridge - Weekend, 8pm (Sat), & 12noon Sun;
Weekdays, 10am. Clonfanlough - Sunday, 10.30am

Shannonbridge
Masses: Each day @ 10am, except on Fri which is the Feast of the Assumption, A Holy Day: Mass @ 12noon, which will be an Anniversary Mass for Kieran Hynes; also Mass on Thurs @ 8pm
Last Sunday's Offertory collection: €542. Many Thanks. Church Cleaners: G.Brennan, D.Deeley, V.Hynes
Eucharistic ministers: Group 3
Readers for next Weekend: Group 3, M. Killeen, O.Costello
Altar Servers for this week: Ailbhe, Aoife
'Month's Mind Mass for Bridgie Fox (nee Fallon) on next Sat eve.
Mass for Edward & Annie McManus & family deceased on next Sun
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Clonfanlough
Mass for Feast of the Assumption on Fri @ 10.30am
Last Sunday's Offertory collection: €188. Many Thanks
Church Cleaners: B.Kilduff, E.Kilduff
Readers for Holy day: A. & L. Devery; for Sun, A.Coughlan
Altar Servers for next Sunday: Group D Eucharistic minister for next Sunday: N.Egan

Parish P.C. Meeting in Clonfanlough on Mon @ 8pm
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Youth 2000 Summer Festival, Clonmacnois
Thurs 14th - Sun 17th August; for young people aged 16-35, an opportunity mot to be missed to experience the Catholic faith and meet many new friends. Donation only. Free buses available from around the country.
The weekend will include inspiring talks, dramas, a concert, prayer, Mass, games & times of sharing. For more info contact 01-6753690, or check our website as follows:
www.youth2000.ie, or xx-youth2000-xx.bebo.com
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Diocesan Youth Ministry Athlone
Summer camps for the 10-16 year olds.
Mon 18th Aug - 22nd Aug; Mon 25th Aug - 29th Aug. €80 per person.
Begins @ 9.30am; concludes @ 3.30pm.
Children to bring 2 packed lunches each day.
All activities will be supervised and will take place in St Mary's Hall, Northgate St Athlone. Call 090-6473358 for more information
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Diocesan Pilgrimages
To Knock on Sun 7th Sept, which begins with the anointing of the sick @ 2.30pm. Pattern Day @ Clonmacnois will be on Sunday 14th Sept
We will have Mass there for the feast of St Ciaran on Tuesday 9th Sept @ 7pm.
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Questions people ask (Fr O'Flynn- Intercom)
Q. I like to go to Knock every year, but my son insists that these apparitions are imaginary. How can I answer him?'
A. The best test of an alleged apparition is what Jesus said: 'By their fruits you will know them.' Here are three tests:
Is the teaching in accord with Scripture & sound faith?
Does it strengthen & improve the moral life of people?
Is there evidence here of God's healing power?
Knock passes on all three criteria. In the apparition there is a deep silent contemplation of the sacrifice of Jesus, Lamb of God, in the company of Mary, St Joseph & St John

Sunday, August 03, 2008

Clonmacnois Parish Newsletter
Sunday 3rd Aug 2008 - 18thSun A
Tel (090) 9674125 Fax (090) 9674267
Mass times: Shannonbridge - Weekend, 8pm (Sat), & 12noon Sun;
Weekdays, 10am. Clonfanlough - Sunday, 10.30am
Shannonbridge
Masses: Each day @ 10am
Last Sunday's Offertory collection: €512. Many Thanks
Church Cleaners: M.Moran, M.Murphy, M.McManus
Eucharistic ministers: Group 2
Readers for next Weekend: Group 2, N.Duffy, E.Quinn
Altar Servers for this week: Athene, Caitríona
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Clonfanlough
Last Sunday's Offertory collection: €147. Many Thanks
Church Cleaners: B.Kenny, M.Lantry
Readers for next Sunday: D.Boland
Altar Servers for next Sunday: Group C Eucharistic minister for next Sunday: D.McEvoy

Blessing of Graves
We hope to have Mass with the Blessing of graves in the 'New Cemetery' in Clonmacnois on Fri 8th August @ 7.30pm.
In Glebe on Mon 4th Aug @ 7.30pm.

Youth 2000 Summer Festival, Clonmacnois
Thurs 14th - Sun 17th August; for young people aged 16-35, an opportunity mot to be missed to experience the Catholic faith and meet many new friends. Donation only. Free buses available from around the country.
The weekend will include inspiring talks, dramas, a concert, prayer, Mass, games & times of sharing. For more info contact 01-6753690, or check our website as follows:
www.youth2000.ie, or xx-youth2000-xx.bebo.com
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Diocesan Youth Ministry Athlone
Summer camps for the 10-16 year olds.
Mon 18th Aug - 22nd Aug; Mon 25th Aug - 29th Aug. €80 per person.
Begins @ 9.30am; concludes @ 3.30pm.
Children to bring 2 packed lunches each day.
All activities will be supervised and will take place in St Mary's Hall, Northgate St Athlone. Call 090-6473358 for more information
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National Learning Network
A 'Fresh Start Training Programme' will begin in Sept, in Athlone for those who are unemployed or registered with a disability. This is a Fás approved Course with a weekly training allowance.
Call Martin on 090-6441260 or Maureen on 090-6479293.
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Youth 2000 will have a Prayer Vigil from 11pm to 4am on 8th-9th August in the Prayer Centre, Clonmacnois, starting with Mass.
For more information contact Helen on 086-1678027.
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Wedding Celebration
Congratulations & best wishes to Edel Egan & John Carroll, who were married last weekend in Clonfanlough Church.
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Connacht Rugby Camp, Ballinasloe
11th - 15th Aug for girls & boys aged 6-14. Call 091-561568.
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Focal Scoir
'It is with our passions, as it is with fire and water; they are good servants but bad masters.' (Aesop)