PARISH OF CLONTIBRET NEWSLETTER

Fr Paudge McDonnell PP 042-9740121; Fr Brendan Kieran CC (SScc) 047-80631

Canon Philip Connolly PE 042-9741239.

24^th.Sunday in Ordinary Time 11^th. Sept 2005

The parable of the merciless servant ends with the words “So also my heavenly Father will do to every one of you, if you do not forgive your brother from your heart”

It is there, in fact, in the depths of the heart, that everything is bound and loosed. It is not in our power not to feel, or to forget an offence; but the heart that offers itself to the Holy Spirit turns injury into compassion and purifies the memory in transforming the hurt into intercession. (Catechism of the Catholic Church. No:2843)

Mass Intentions for the Week

St Michael’s, Annyalla- (Masses: Mon 7.30pm; Tues- Wed and Sat10am.)

Today 11.30am. Gerry Boyd, Tattyreagh North.

Monday 7.30pm Ellie Branagan, Annagh.

Next, Sun 11.30am Fr. Terence McCaffrey.( 1^st. Anniversary )

St Mary’s, Clontibret - (Masses: Fri 7.30pm only. No other weekday Masses.)

Today 7.30pm. (Vigil) Bridget McQuaid, Drumbeo

8.30am People of the Parish.

Friday 7.30pm. Mary, Bernard and Brian McSkane, Greenmount.

Next, Sun 7.30pm (Vigil) MM Peter McShane, Wolverhampton.

8.30am People of the Parish.

All Saints’, Doohamlet - (Masses: Thursday 7.30pm only. No other weekday Masses.)

Today 10.00am Mass of the 24^th Sunday in Ordinary time

Thursday 7.30pm Benny McBennett, Rossulis

Next, Sun 10.00am Bridget Farrell, Garradevlin

FEASTS: The Triumph of the Cross: On the 14^th. Sept. 320,the Cross on which our Saviour died was discovered in Jerusalem. Fifteen years later the church of the Holy Sepulchre, which contains within its walls both the Hill of Calvary and the Tomb of Jesus was dedicated, both events are remembered in today’s feast. On the 15^th. we celebrate the feast of Our Lady of Sorrows. Mary, the first of Christians, united herself with the suffering of Christ just as all Christians are called to unite themselves with Jesus in His work of salvation.

CHOIRS: St Mary’s and St Michael’s church choirs resume this weekend.

FINANCE: Parish Renovations €1,432, Diocesan Expenses €28.

Parish Finance Council: Next meeting on Tues 13 Sept, beginning in Doohamlet church at 8.30pm.

RADIO MASS: Shannonside/Northern Sound will record the Vigil Mass in St Mary’s, Clontibret on Sat 24 Sept, to be broadcast on Sun 25 Sept after the 10am News.

ST. VINCENT de PAUL Any family needing help with back to school please contact: - 042 9740 686 or 047 80 708.

Parish Cemeteries: Over the years, we have laid the bodies of those whom we ever love in the cemeteries of our parish. We care for their last earthly resting place as an expression of our continued love. It is important that the condition of our Cemeteries is worthy of those who rest in them. Always treat them with respect and make sure that you place all plastic bags and other rubbish in the skips provided.

National Learning Network Monaghan: Employer Based Training. Two Places remaining .For information please contact: Maureen at 087 6500921

CURA: Extended hours in Monaghan. Now open Mon & Sat 11am-1pm, Thurs 7pm-9pm. New address- 18 North Road. Tel 047-83600 or 1850 622 626.

SMALL FARM HOLDER FAMILIES: Co Monaghan Partnership is offering training and support to members of small farm households who are interested in learning new skills to improve their income through alternative employment or diversification. If interested please call Michael Donohoe or Peter McArdle at 042-9749500.

IONTAS CENTRE: Imma Art Exhibition, running for one month. All welcome.

PIANO LESSONS commencing on Tuesday 13 September, at 3pm to 6.30pm. Contact Carol Mary Frazer, 047 800 74.

Co.Monaghan School of Music: Lessons are due to commence in Beech Hill College, Monaghan in September .For details on how to enrole please contact:

Carmel McGivney 047-72630 or 086-4009640.

M S P C A: New Shelter at Killydonagh, Emyvale. Beautiful dogs and pups waiting for loving homes. Phone: Lori 087 6685219 or Sinead 086 8754920.

COMPUTER CLASSES A number of places remain available in the beginner and advanced computer classes, which are scheduled to commence on 12^th and 14^th Sept in Doohamlet Community Centre. For further details contact Serenus at 042 9749 228.

DOOHAMLET DAY CARE Resumes, with Lunch in Doohamlet Hall on Monday 19^th Sept at 12.30pm. Usual Bus service. See you there.

CELTIC TENORS and PRIMA DIVA in concert at Killinkere Leisure Centre. Virginia Road, Bailieborough on Thursday 6^th Oct. Tickets €25. Contact Catherine Ruddin 042 9746 696.