Clonmacnois Parish
November 29th 2020
Fr. Tom Cox (Adm) Tel. 090 9674125/ 0868319500 Radio 106.5FM
Email: clonmacnoiseparish@gmail.com
WEB shannonbridge.blogspot.ie
FACEBOOK https://fb.me/saintciarans
MASS SCHEDULE & INTENTIONS
St. Ciaran’s Church Shannonbridge
Sat. Nov. 28th Vigil of First Sunday of Advent
Monday, 30th November. St. Andrew, Apostle.
Tuesday, 1st December 7p.m.
PUBLIC MASSES RESUME Capacity 50.
Wednesday, 2nd December. 10a.m.
Thursday, 3rd December. 10am Service of Word & Communion St. Francis Xavier.
Friday, 4th December. 10a.m. St. John Damascene, First Friday.
Saturday, 5th December 7p.m. Kieran, Mary Ann & Brian Flannery
St. Ciaran’s Church Clonfanlough
Sunday Nov 29th 2020 10:30a.m.
Friday 5th Dec 7:00p.m. (also 106.5FM)
Sunday, 6th December. 2nd Sunday in Advent 10:30a.m. Acknowledgement & Thanksgiving Mass for intentions of all who sympathised at death of late June Gilson mother of Alan Gilson & family(Glebe)
‘Be on your guard’
Advent is here again and so, another Church year begins. The word Advent means ‘coming’. During this special season of grace we are afforded the opportunity to reflect on the first coming of Christ two thousand years ago; on His second coming at the end of time; on the fact that He will come one day to call each one of us home. In that sense, it is always Advent until our earthly lives have run their course. Advent is a four-week course in waiting. We could say that this entire year has been an advent time, a time of patient waiting. Waiting for guidance; waiting for the news bulletin; waiting for the next lockdown; waiting for a vaccine; waiting for hope. Waiting does not diminish us. It enlarges and deepens us. It makes us more receptive. It brings us beneath the surface of things to what is essential. As we journey through these weeks may we seize the moment to go beneath the surface, to take stock of our lives and act on the command Jesus places before us in today’s Gospel: ‘be on your guard’. One pertinent question should exercise our minds in that regard: If He were to come for me tomorrow, would I be ashamed of what I did today?
www.catholicbishops.ie/adventcalendar.
FOOT CARE: Mobile Foot Health Practitioner Service, House call available, daytime & eve. Contact Maura at 086 8053671 to arrange an appt.
GOOD NEWS! In a roller coaster of a year, it was wonderful to hear the favourable news of funds granted locally from the Just Transition fund for Long Term Strategic Plan implementation and work in our locality. This could not have happened without relentless work by local people working together. Best wishes to all concerned and thank you from the Community.
CHRISTMAS LIGHTS to lift our hearts, the Christmas lights are on in Shannonbridge village!Thank U to all.
COME FIND THE GRINCH! St. Cynoc’s N.S. Ferbane fundraiser in association with Gallen Utd. F.C. The Grinch has stolen all the selection boxes– help find the Grinch to help save Christmas. Santa will be there to reward you. Book a place for either Friday 11th from 5pm. Sat 12th from 4pm, Sunday 13th from 4p.m .Book at 085 1230303 with name & number of children. €20 per child. Selection Box, soft drink & present from Santa.
CHRISTMAS FOOD APPEAL in conjunction with Ken Smollen appeal (a Registered Charity) Non Perishable foods Breakfast Cereals, Tea, Sugar, Tins Beans, Spaghetti Hoops, Dessert Rice, Pasta & Pasta Sauce, Boil-in-the-bag Rice, Soup packets, Biscuits, Cream Crackers, Chocolate Sweets.
If possible early collection appreciated to ensure all families on list receive help. Non perishables can be dropped in to Shannonbridge Hall 12-3pm Saturday 5th or Sunday 6th Dec.
The last nine months have been very difficult for many people with the continuing threat to health, lives and livelihood. As we prepare for Christmas during this season of Advent we remember that Jesus Christ was born into a family and there he grew up. Although Church activities have been restricted for most of this year our commitment to safeguarding children continues. I thank Parish Safeguarding Representatives and our priests for their thorough and vigilant work in ensuring the safety of children and adults at risk in our Church related activities. I encourage anyone with concerns regarding the safety of children or anyone who suffered in the past to contact our Designated Liaison Person, Sean Leydon (087 743 1649) or our Deputy Designated Liaison Person, Róisín O’Doherty (087 705 7516).Francis Duffy Bishop of Ardagh & Clonmacnois
MAKING AN ADVENT WREATH
The Circle oasis or with wire - Like the Wedding ring, the circle is a sign of god’s love,which includes all of us.
The Evergreens - These point to God’s unchanging love, constant in every time & season
The Three Purple Candles - Purple is the advent colour for repentance and change of heart in preparation for the coming of Christ into our hearts and lives.
The Pink or ‘Rose’ Candle - On the third Sunday of Advent (Rejoicing Sunday), the joy of the forthcoming Christmas event is celebrated.
The White Candle - The white candle in the centre is the Christmas candle. This is lit on Christmas Eve to herald the birth of Jesus.
As you light the 1st candle on your Advent Wreath: All make the Sign of the Cross +
Parent or other family member: Today we begin our preparation to celebrate, with hope-filled joy, the coming of our Lord at Christmas. Before we ask God to bless our family Advent wreath we take a moment to listen to God’s Word.
Reading from the Prophet Isaiah 9:1-6. The people who walked in darkness Have seen a great light; On those who live in a land of deep darkness A light has shone... For there is a child born for us, A son given to us. Authority rests upon his shoulders. And he is named Wonderful Counsellor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace. The Word of the Lord.
Blessing: (While a member of the family lights the first candle) Lord our God, We praise you for your Son, Jesus Christ; He is Emmanuel, the hope of the peoples, He is the wisdom that teaches and guides us, He is the Saviour of every nation. Lord our God, let your blessing come upon us as we light the candle of this wreath. May the wreath and its light be a sign of Christ’s promise to bring us salvation. May he come quickly and not delay.We ask this through Christ our Lord. R. Amen. ALL Come Lord Jesus.
All make the sign of the Cross+
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RECENT DEATHS Malachy Rosney 23/11/20 Tonelemone; father of Liz Mahon, Carrowkeel
Patrick (Paddy) Lowe Bayside, Dublin formerly Creevagh 21/11/20
FIRST FRIDAY CALLS TO THE HOUSEBOUND AND THE SICK: No directions as yet– technically I’m not part of a person’s “bubble” so as an outsider, not until Dec 18th . But I’m happy to call , just let me know at 086 8319500. Please feel free either way.
CHURCH COLLECTIONS Nov 21st/22nd €525 Thank you to all. People leave envelopes in Presbytery Letterbox, Moran’s Gala Shop at Clonfanough Pier box 10:30-12:15pm or Bank Transfer. Our Bank details are
BIC-BOFIIE2DXXX
IBAN-IE90BOFI90368011629381
Please note your box number or your name when transferring money.
PARISH COUNCIL MEETING Wednesday, 2nd December 8p.m. Shannonbridge Hall. Social Distance rules apply
MASS ON RADIO 106.5FM… Will try 7pm Dec 1st first run in S’bridge area. 4 mile radius approx.
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