Community & GAA Notes

Brennan or Helen Dooley.

GAA

St. Patrick’s GAA - June 13th Junior A v Young Irelands at home. June 16th Junior A v Tullaroan at home. Lotto still stands strong at €20,000. You can play online via Clubforce or in local shops and businesses

BALLYRAGGET DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION

Ballyragget Development Association. It’s been a busy few weeks for the Tidy Towns volunteers with various areas getting spruced up! Planting of memory baskets is also happening and being placed at the bridge. Could we please ask everyone to keep the front of their own properties and businesses litter and weed free. Thank you to Kays Garage, Mary’s Kitchen and An Chearnóg for helping us with the e orts to do our bit for the environment and follow sustainable goal 12(Responsible consumption and production) - this year by giving 10c o the product when you bring your own keep cup.

CHURCH NEWS

The June o erings for the support of the priests are now due, envelopes in the pack.

The collection for the sacristans from Johnstown and Crosspatrick churches are now due and envelopes for same are at the back of both churches. Looking a er the church and preparing for all services therein is a big commitment and this should be appreciated. Cemetery Masses that have been arranged are as follows. June 23rd the Mill Cemetery, June 30th Graine, July 4th Grangefertagh, July 7th Galmoy, July 11th Johnstown. All Masses at 7.30pm.

KNOCK PILGRIMAGE

A bus has been provisionally booked for a pilgrimage to Knock from Johnstown parish for Aug 3rd provided there is enough interest. If you intend travelling please give your name as soon as possible to Margaret Rochford.

JOHNSTOWN HERITAGE GROUP

The group has organised a bus trip to Johnstown Castle, gardens and museum for Thursday July 6th. Cost of the trip €60 which includes bus, scone tea/co ee at Johnstown Castle and a two course dinner with tea/ co ee at the Hoban Hotel, Kilkenny on the return home. A non refundable deposit of €20 to secure a seat. Names and information to 0863272288.

FAMILY FIELD DAY

Family field day on June 25th at 1pm at the sports field, Rathdowney Road. Lots of fun, games, music, food, cra etc., on the day plus a dog show for several di erent categories of dogs. Music into the late evening featuring Sweet Freedom.

MILL FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE...

Applications are invited for tenancy of one bedroom accommodation at St. Kieran’s Homes for the Elderly. Application forms available at the Mill Centre and need to be completed by Friday June 9th.

SPA DEVELOPMENT/FENIANS LOTTO....

Winning numbers 9,14,17,19, one match three Mike Ryan.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION

Glengoole Wednesday 11am to 2pm, Gortnahoe Thursday 11am to 1pm

EXAM MASS

The Parish Council would like to thank all the students and parents who attended the recent Exam Mass. We would also like to thank Nick and Catriona for their beautiful music on the day. We extend our good wishes to all the students sitting their exams this week and we will keep them in our prayers over the coming weeks.

PRAYER GARDEN

The Prayer Garden beside Gortnahoe Church is looking beautiful at the moment with all the flowers in bloom. Many people are very complementary of the garden. It is intended to erect a statue to the Sacred Heart shortly, this will enhance the garden and the Church grounds.

FENNOR GRAVEYARD

Many thanks for all the help we received over the last couple of weeks where the roadways were resurfaced and many other jobs carried out. We are hoping that the annual Mass will take place on the last Thursday in July.

GLENGOOLE NATIONAL SCHOOL

Open evening on Tuesday 13th June at 7.30pm in Glengoole National School. There will also be an opportunity to enrol your son/daughter for the next 5 academic years. It would be great if parents and intending parents would come on the night and give support to Glengoole National School.

KILCOOLEY PARISH FETE

The Kilcooley Parish Fete will take place this Sunday 11th June from 1pm in Kilcooley Church grounds. Dog Show8 classes with judging starting at 2pm, Bottle Stall, BBQ, Cake Stall, Games, Plant Stall, Vintage Clothing and accessories, Ra le, Tea and Co ee and much more.

BALLYNONTY COMMUNITY FIELD FESTIVAL

Sean Healy Memorial 5k Road Race, Fun Run and Walk this Thursday 8th June at 7pm. Folk That Live with BBQ in Community field on Saturday 10th June at 8pm.

Family Fun Day on Sunday 11th June.

TUESDAY BRIDGE

Bridge is being played each Tuesday night in Gortnahoe Hall at 7.30pm. If you would like to join or find out more information please contact this number 089 4349106

GORTNAHOE BINGO

Bingo continues this Saturday night at 7.00pm with doors opening from 6.00pm and will continue each Saturday night at the same time. Over €2,660 in prize money on o er including a special €500 game. We look forward to the many visitors and family members home with their family, it will be a great nights entertainment for all.

SPLIT THE POT

Congratulations to last weekends winner, Eoin Pollard, who won €255 in the Split the Pot draw. Envelopes are available at the usual outlets. Split the Pot for the month of June will be in support of the Camogie Club. The draw takes place each Sunday at 12pm in Gortnahoe Hall. Your support would be appreciated.

CLUB LOTTO

Dicksboro GAA Club LOTTO Results 1st June. Nos: 4 6 8 24. Jackpot: €9800 - Not Won

Draw Prizes – €50: Patsy Murphy c/o Ann Tynan. €25 each Gerry Fitzpatrick c/o online €25 each Sonny Walsh c/o Doherty. €25 each Paul Pugh c/o online. Hurlers Co Op Draw Áine Connery c/o online. Promotors prize Jimmy Murphy. Thank you for your continued support.

DICKSBORO GOLF CLASSIC 2023

Dicksboro GAA and Camogie Club are delighted to launch the Annual Golf Classic at Kilkenny Golf Club

Friday 14th July with some tee times still available for Thursday 13th also. Book your Tee Times early as they will fill up quickly. They’re are limited Juvenile Tee Times at discounted prices. Contact Seamus Rochford for any further details.

SUMMER CAMP 2023

Bookings are now OPEN. The Camp is suitable for kids of primary school age 5-13.

Week 1:- Monday July 17th - Friday 21st July.

Week 2:- Monday August 14th - Friday 18th

Please Book Early as Spaces are Limited. See our ClubZap for more details or any Committee Member

FEILE FUNDRAISER JUNE 17TH

On Friday June 17th Dicksboro GAA and Camogie Club will be hosting a Feile Fundraiser for our fantastic Feile Camogie Team. There will be Music, BBQ and Table Quiz. We would love to see a huge support there to support the girls and their Management Team. See ClubZap for more details of the night.

JUNE COLLECTION FOR PRIESTS

June collection envelops for priest’s income were posted out. Envelopes can be handed in as per usual but there will be a collection of these envelopes at the church door before masses next weekend.

CORPUS CRISTI

Next Saturday and Sunday is the feast of Corpus Christi (the body of Christ)

Saturday evening mass will be the Thank you God mass for Gowran’s 1st Holy Communicants. All 1st Communicants and their parents are invited to attend this special mass with the usual Prayers of the Faithful, O ertory Gi s and commentary. For mass on this day parents are invited to dress their child as for 1st Holy Communion Day.

Looking forward to having you all at mass on Saturday 6pm

CELEBRATION

A Special Celebration on Friday, 30th June 7.30pm mass in Gowran Church will take place where Bishop Niall Coll will concelebrate a mass and will present Fr. Pat Dalton with the Papal ‘Bene Merente’ Medal awarded to him, following application for the medal by Bishop Denis Nulty for his work in Education (School Board Management).

Fr. Pat Dalton acted as the Ossory Diocesan Education Secretary (Primary) for 32 years. Tea will be served in the Parish Hall a er the mass.

Liz Kett has agreed to formulate a choir for this mass with singers and musicians from Gowran and Dungarvan. Practice on Wednesdays at 7.30pm in Gowran church. Singers from both Dungarvan and Gowran are invited to attend. (Gowran Pastoral and Finance Committees.)

Gowran Pitch And Putt

Congratulations to James Casey on his win in the All Ireland Junior Matchplay Challenge at St Bridge’s Pitch and Putt course. Following his recent win in the Leinster Junior Matchplay, James played Munster winner Colin Hennessy. Well done James.

FUNDRAISER

A special mass in aid of Medjugorje Pilgrims fundraiser, followed by benediction, will take place at Black Abbey Church, Kilkenny on Thursday 15th June at 7pm, featuring the Aluna Choir. Donations on the night would be greatly appreciated.

Mass

ANNUAL CEMETERY

The annual pattern mass was held in St. Mary’s cemetery, Ballykee e on Sunday May 28th. The huge attendance had one thing in common, prayer and supplication for the souls of our dear departed relatives and friends. The mass which was celebrated by Fr. Liam Taylor, P.P. was undoubtedly one of reverence and solemnity. A er the homily, Fr. Liam blessed the graves while three decades of the rosary were recited. The souls of all interred in the other cemeteries of the parish were also remembered in the celebration. The choir which consisted of members of the three parish church choirs sang appropriate hymns. At the end of the celebration well deserved words of thanks were given to people who contributed to the success of the entire evening. First thanks to Fr. Liam for celebrating the holy sacrifice with us and for our relatives and friends. Thanks to the Eucharistic Ministers. Thank you to Ray Doherty for a brilliant amplification system. Thank you to Tom Fitzpatrick for giving his field for the parking of cars. Thanks to all who keep the cemetery in pristine condition. Thank you to all who helped with the organising of the evening’s celebration and finally thank you to our divine Lord and our Lady for the blessing of a beautiful evening.

EXAMS SUCCESS

It was gratifying to see so many students attend the special mass, which was celebrated in Our Lady Queen of Peace Church, Kilmanagh by Fr. Liam Taylor, P.P. We wish all students of our own parish, of Tullaroan and of Freshford every success in the exams and in their future endeavours.

LOTTTO RESULTS

Results for 29/05/23. Numbers drawn were 8; 10; 28; 30. Lucky Dip winners were M. O’Connor, P. Doheny and Michael and Mai Dermody. Sellers’ prizes went to Ellen Murphy and Philip Heafey.

CHURCH JUBILEE

On June 22nd, we will hold a special Mass to celebrate the golden jubilee of Kilmanagh Church. Bishop Niall Coll will be the celebrant. The Mass will be followed by refreshments and entertainment. All are welcome to attend.

CORPUS CHRISTI

Next Sunday is the celebration of Corpus Christi, where we honour the presence of Jesus, given to us in communion as his Body and Blood. The Eucharist is the source and summit of our Christian faith and next Sunday highlights that for us. Weather permitting, a er the 10:15 Mass in Ballycallan, we will have a short procession with the blessed sacrament to the front lawn for Benediction. All are welcome to attend, and we invite the first communion class to dress up and join us for this special occasion.

GAA / PARISH LOTTO

A er a two year absence, the parish re-joins the lotto, both as a participant and beneficiary. While the bulk of the funds (and work), will go to the GAA to support their current and future plans, the parish will benefit from the enhanced facilities provided at Tom Ryall Park as well as financially. The GAA have done tremendous work fundraising and developing and we are happy to support that work. If you are in a position to do so, then please support the weekly lotto. Thanks to all involved in the lotto, both from the old committee and the new. OSSORY PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND

February 19-26th 2024. Cost is €1,615pps. Led by Fr. Dermot Ryan and Fr. Kieran O’Shea. Book by contacting Kieran or Laura Troy 057 93 550 50 SCHOOL JUBILEE BOOK

St. Aidan’s 50th Anniversary Book is for sale by contacting Brigid on 056 776 9340 or email staidansnskilmanagh@gmail.com and it is also for sale in O’Connor’s Shop, Kilmanagh.

SCRAP METAL COLLECTION

The annual Scrap Metal collection in aid of Naomh Aodhan Community Centre will take place on Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th July at Brian Harris’ Yard in Kilmanagh. All funds raised will go towards improvements to the community centre. For more information contact Chris on 086 2517 030 or Brian on 087 2545 556.

KILMANAGH NOTES

Anyone wishing to submit news items, events, announcements etc. can do so by email only to elanigan18@gmail.com. If you have any photos that you would like included, please send as an attachment.

MASS TIMES

Aghaviller Parish. Hugginstown: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 9.30a.m.Vigil, Saturday 10th. at 7.30p.m. Sunday 11th. at 10.00a.m. No Vigil Mass on Saturday.

Friday 9th. Feast of St. Columba (Colum Cille).

ROTA

Rota for next week-end: 10th. and 11th. June 2023. Feast of the “Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ”, (Corpus Christi)

Readers: Hugginstown: Saturday 7.30p.m. Catherine Dwyer, Sunday 10.00a.m. Mary Foran

Eucharistic Ministers: Hugginstown: Saturday 7.30p.m. Teresa Broderick, Sunday 10.00a.m. Lillian Carr.

AFTER SCHOOL FACILITY

A kind, enthusiastic, patient, reliable person wanted to work in, or run, an A er School Facility in Newmarket School from 1.30p.m. to 5.00 p.m. from Monday to Friday on school days. For further information please call 056 776 8919

CEMETERY MASSES

Cemetery Masses arranged for 2023: Mass in Kilcasey Cemetery on Friday 16th. June at 8.00p.m. Mass in Hugginstown Cemetery on Saturday 1st. July at 8.00p.m. Mass in Stoneyford Cemetery on Friday 7th. July at 8.00p.m. As the Cemetery Masses will take place over the next few weeks, we would appreciate if graves could be attended to before these Masses are celebrated.

MASS OF THANKSGIVING (GOLDEN JUBILEE)

The members of the Parish Pastoral Council would like to invite all to Fr. Liam’s Golden Jubilee of his Ordination to the Priesthood on Saturday June 10th. There will be a Con-Celebrated Mass in Hugginstown Church on that evening at 7:30pm.

We welcome Bishop Niall Coll, to celebrate Mass with our Parish Community. Mass will be followed by a social evening with refreshments in the Community Centre, Hugginstown. Everyone is very welcome. No Mass in Stoneyford at 6.30p.m. or in Hugginstown at 8.00p.m. on 10th. June.

Major Clean-up needed around the boundary walls before the Cemetery Mass.A group of eight people with wheel barrows needed for three sessions to bring rubbish outside; a mini digger will be provided inside cemetery to fill barrows.

Work on Thursday 8th. and Friday 9th. at 6.00p.m. and Saturday 10th. at 9.30a.m.If you can help at any session please contact John Fitzgerald (Shop) 087 911 2942 who will arrange numbers for the di erent sessions.

NEWMARKET SCHOOL

O icial Opening and Blessing of the new classrooms will take place in the school on Thursday 8th. June at 7.00p.m. Mass will be celebrated in the school and all are very welcome to attend.

CORPUS CHRISTI

Sunday 11th. June: Feast of “Corpus Christi”, Eucharistic Procession will take place around the Church Grounds, Hugginstown a er the 10.00a.m. Mass; (weather permitting). Invitation for all to take part.

JUNE COLLECTION

The “June Collection 2023” for the support of the priests of the Parish and the Diocese will be taken up during the months of June/July. Envelopes for this collection are available at the back of the Church.

LOTTO

Lotto: Aghaviller Parish and Carrickshock G. A. A. Draw: Monday 29th. May 2023 Numbers: 32; 15; 28; 20. No Winner First 3 Numbers Drawn. No Jackpot Winner: 5 x €30.00. Winners: Aiden Farrell, Lismatigue, Trish Power, Hugginstown, Michelle and Cara, c/o P. Dwyer, Aine and Niall Rohan, Cork, Brid Walsh, Boolyglass. 3 x €15.00

(Sellers): Walshe’s Shop, James Irish, Teresa Fitzgerald.

Pilgrimage will be led by Ossory Adult Faith Development. Visit the places we hear of each time we read the Scriptures, Bethlehem, Nazareth, Garden of Gethsemane, Calvary, the River Jordan, Mount of Temptation, Jericho, Cana, the Mount of Beatitudes, Sea of Galilee, Capernaum and so much more. Pilgrimage leaders are Fr. Dermot Ryan and Fr. Kieran O’Shea, (Priests of the Ossory Diocese). They will help to deepen our understanding of the Scriptures and the life of Jesus Christ. Travelling on 19th. February and return 26th. February 2024. For all further information and bookings please contact Kieran and Laura Troy on 057 935 5050 or email info@myriam.ie