Newsletter - Sunday 30th September 2012

Drum Mass Intentions
Saturday 29th 8pm: Patrick & Anne Cunniffe, Clonellan
Sunday 30th 10am: Michael, Sarah & Teresa Keena, Cornafulla, also Mary & Bernard Gillick
Tuesday 2nd 7pm: Laurence & Lily Coyle, Crannaghbeg
Wednesday 3rd 7pm: Sr. Veronica, Michael, Julia and Patrick Lennon, Clonellan
Thursday 4th 7pm: Pat Kilroy, Clonbullia (Month’s Mind)
Friday 5th 7pm: Martin McManus, Clonrulla
Friday 5th 8pm: Southhill/Rockfield Station Mass in the home of Pat & Anne Glynn
Saturday 6th 10am: Maura Smith, Clonark (Month’s Mind)
Saturday 6th 8pm: Willie Berrigan, Clonark
Sunday 7th 10am: Mary McGlone, Kilmacormack

Drum Collection
Sunday 23rd September: €1,192.22.
Go raibh maith agaibh as bhur síntiúis seachtainiúla do chostas cothaithe an tséipéil.

Clonown Mass Intentions
Sunday 30th 11am: John, Kate & Mike Gavin, Cappaghmore
Friday 5th 8pm: Seán Boyle and deceased family members
Sunday 7th 11am: Jack Ward, Curraghnaboll

Clonown Collections
Sunday 23rd September: €236.00.
Church Restoration Fund: €196.00.

Drum Church Window Repairs
Repair work on the stained glass windows in St. Brigid's Church, Drum is due to commence on Monday 8th October. A second collection will be taken up after Communion at all weekend masses in the church, commencing Saturday 6th October. Your continued support for the church is much appreciated.

Thank You
Roscommon Disability Support Group would like to thank everyone who contributed to their Church Gate Collection on August 11th and 12th. The amount raised in Drum was €409.48.

Westside Story Fashion Show
In aid of Ss. Peter & Paul's Church Restoration Fund. Thursday 4th October in the Shamrock Lodge Hotel, pre-show entertainment at 7pm followed by fashion show at 8pm. Tickets €10 on sale from The Arcade, Kadee, Cut & Shape, Pearse Street.

Ranganna Gaeilge
Ranganna comhrá Gaeilge do dhaoine fásta, dé Céadaoin ag 8.00i.n. in Áras Chiaráin, Plás Mhuire, Baile Átha Luain.
Irish conversation classes for adults, Wednesday at 8.00pm in St. Ciarán's House, St. Mary's Place, Athlone.

Autumn Stations
Anyone who would like to host the stations in their home this autumn is asked to contact Drum Parish Office at 090-6437125 to arrange a date.

Permanent Deacons
The Diocese of Elphin is now accepting final applications from married and single men who may feel celled to ministry as Permanent Deacons. The four year part-time training programme will begin in November 2012. For further information or a conversation around the topic please contact the Director of Permanent Diaconate, St. Mary's, Sligo, phone 071-9162670 or visit www.elphindiocese.ie under Vocations section. Closing date for applications is Friday 19th October 2012.

Parish Novena
As part of the Jubilee Celebrations for Ss. Peter & Paul's Church, the Parish will be hosting a Novena from Monday 22nd to Tuesday 30th October in the 3 churches of the parish. It will be conducted by the Redemptorist Fathers. A more detailed programme will be published later.

Bridge for Beginners
Classes commencing on Thursday 4th October 10.30am-12.30pm in the Hodson Bay Hotel. Contact Larry at 086-1607913.

Date for your diary
Gala Concert on Thursday 22nd November in Church of Ss. Peter & Paul with Soprano Breda O'Connor and Baritone Darren O'Hara. Further details to follow,

Sunday 23rd September 2012

Drum Mass Intentions
Saturday 22nd 8pm: Michael & Bridie Naughton, Culfatha and Taughmaconnell
Sunday 23rd 10am: Tim & Nancy Lennon, Kilmacormack
Tuesday 25th 7pm: Charles Lennon and deceased family members, Belrea
Wednesday 26th 7pm: Mass for Private Intention
Thursday 27th 7pm: Thomas & Mary Ellen Lennon and deceased family members, Cornafulla North
Friday 28th 7pm: Michael John McManus and deceased family members, Drumpark
Friday 28th 8pm: Taylorstown Station Mass in the home of Paddy & Sarah Seery
Saturday 29th 10.30am: Doohan Station Mass in the home of Francis & Ann Naughton
Saturday 29th 12pm: Michael O’Loughlin (Month’s Mind)
Saturday 29th 8pm: Patrick & Anne Cunniffe, Clonellan
Sunday 30th 10am: Michael, Sarah & Teresa Keena, Cornafulla, also Bernard Gillick

Drum Collection
Sunday 16th September: €1,470.80.
Go raibh maith agaibh as bhur síntiúis seachtainiúla do chostas cothaithe an tséipéil.

Clonown Mass Intentions
Sunday 23rd 11am: Kathleen and Sonny Cunningham
Sunday 30th 11am: John, Kate & Mike Gavin, Cappaghmore

Clonown Collections
Sunday 16th September: €157.00.
Church Restoration Fund: €142.00.

Rest in Peace
Eithne Coyle, Clonbrusk, Athlone (mother of Bernard Coyle, Lisdillure)
Phil Gurein, Salthill, Galway (mother of Fionnuala Harney, Thomastown)
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a n-anam.

St. Brigid's Church

Drum Church Window Repairs
Repair work on the stained glass windows in St. Brigid's Church, Drum is due to commence on Monday 8th October. The cost of the work will be €45,000 and the diocese has approved an interest-free loan, which will be repaid through a second collection to be taken up after Communion at all weekend masses in the church, commencing Saturday 6th October. Your continued support for the church is much appreciated.

Autumn Stations
Anyone who would like to host the stations in their home this autumn is asked to contact Drum Parish Office at 090-6437125 to arrange a date.

Summerhill Fun Run/Walk
On Thursday 27th September at 1.30pm. Sponsorship cards available from St. Joseph's College (secondary school). Spot prizes for best fancy dress and for most sponsorships. Please support.

Ranganna Gaeilge
Ranganna comhrá Gaeilge do dhaoine fásta, dé Céadaoin ag 8.00i.n. in Áras Chiaráin, Plás Mhuire, Baile Átha Luain.
Irish conversation classes for adults, Wednesday at 8.00pm in St. Ciarán's House, St. Mary's Place, Athlone.

Indoor Market
Calling all bargain hunters near and far! An indoor market will be held in Drum Community Centre on Saturday 29th September 11am-6pm. Racks packed with pre-loved delights and fabulous new creations from local people. Fun things for the kids and tasty treats for the young and old. Bring the family for a fun day out and bag yourself a great bargain. Further information contact Catriona Conway at 087-3572715.

Athlone Cancer Support Services
Commences on Friday 28th September and will run every second Friday from 10am-1pm. The services are free and strictly confidential. Open to both male and female. Youths 16 years or younger wishing to avail of this service must be accompanied by an adult. Venue: St. Kieran’s Community Centre, Tormey Villas, Athlone. Further details contact Maureen 085-1461048.

Permanent Deacons
The Diocese of Elphin is now accepting final applications from married and single men who may feel celled to ministry as Permanent Deacons. The four year part-time training programme will begin in November 2012. For further information or a conversation around the topic please contact the Director of Permanent Diaconate, St. Mary's, Sligo, phone 071-9162670 or visit www.elphindiocese.ie under Vocations section. Closing date for applications is Friday 19th October 2012.

Parish Novena
As part of the Jubilee Celebrations for Ss. Peter & Paul's Church, the Parish will be hosting a Novena from Monday 22nd to Tuesday 30th October in the 3 churches of the parish. It will be conducted by the Redemptorist Fathers. A more detailed programme will be published later.

Bridge for Beginners
Classes commencing on Tuesday 9th October in the Shamrock Lodge Hotel at 8pm. For further information contact Denise at 086-1799800 or just come along on the night.

Date for your diary
Gala Concert on Thursday 22nd November in Church of Ss. Peter & Paul with Soprano Breda O'Connor and Baritone Darren O'Hara. Further details to follow,

Sunday 16th September 2012

Drum Mass Intentions
Saturday 15th 8pm: Michael & Iris Carr and their daughter Elaine Steward
Sunday 16th 10am: Patrick & Teresa Murray, Culfatha
Tuesday 18th 7pm: Paddy, Mary Frances and Owen Shine, Kielty
Wednesday 19th 7pm: John & Mary Naughton, Clonellan
Thursday 20th 7pm: Dan & Lizzie Hynes, Drumlosh
Friday 21st 7pm: Tim Naughton, Newtown
Friday 21st 7.30pm: Creggane Station Mass in the home of Anne Seery
Saturday 22nd 11am: Clonellan Station Mass in the home of Phil & Anne Frances O’Neill
Saturday 22nd 8pm: Michael & Bridie Naughton, Culfatha and Taughmaconnell
Sunday 23rd 10am: Tim & Nancy Lennon, Kilmacormack

Drum Collection
Sunday 9th September: €1,117.00.
Go raibh maith agaibh as bhur síntiúis seachtainiúla do chostas cothaithe an tséipéil.

Clonown Mass Intentions
Sunday 16th 11am: Paddy Geoghegan
Sunday 23rd 11am: Kathleen and Sonny Cunningham

Clonown Collections
Sunday 9th September: €186.00.
Church Restoration Fund: €180.00.

Monksland Area Mass
Thursday 20th September at 8pm in Monksland Community Centre. All are welcome.

Rest in Peace
John Verdon, Bealnamulla
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Wedding Bells
Congratulations to Mary Dunning & Andrew Browne and Keira Kilroy & Alan Nolan on their recent weddings.
Go maire siad a saol úr.

Hospice Coffee Morning
Coffee morning in aid of Mayo/Roscommon Hospice on Thursday 20th September from 9.30am-1pm in Drum Community Centre. Please support this worthy cause.
Coffee mornings will also be held at Tearmonn Micheál (Sr. Bernard), The Docks from 10am-12pm and in Monksland Community Centre from 10.30am-12.30pm. Your support would be much appreciated.

Drum Heritage Group
Meeting on Thursday 20th September at 8.30pm in the Heritage Centre. All members requested to attend.

Drum Church Window Repairs
The stained glass windows in St. Brigid's Church, Drum are currently in a poor state of repair. Quotes were sought from various companies to carry out the work. At a public meeting in Drum Parish Hall on Tuesday 11th September, it was decided to award the contract to a company from Belfast who have carried out similar work at other churches in the diocese. The cost of the work will be €45,000 and an application has been made to the diocese for an interest-free loan over a four year period. It was also decided at the meeting to introduce a second collection at all weekend masses in the church in order to meet the repayments. Further details to follow.

Culture Night
Trad music, singing and dancing in Passionfruit Theatre on Friday 21st September at 7pm. Admission free. All welcome.

Developing Tourism in County Roscommon
Úna Bhán Tourism with the assistance of Roscommon LEADER Partnership invite those who have an interest in promoting tourism in the area to an informative presentation on Tuesday 17th September at 7pm in Drum Heritage Centre delivered by two experts in their field, focused on developing and marketing tourism in the County. The presentations will be on ‘An Overview of Roscommon’s Cultural Heritage, including access & legal issues’ delivered by Nollaig Feeney, Roscommon Heritage Officer and ‘Roscommon’s Natural & Wildlife Heritage’ delivered by Michael Bell. A series of interesting and informative Training Modules will take place in various locations around the County over the next couple of months to provide important tools to assist in developing tourism product. If you would like more information, please contact Patricia Golden, Úna Bhán Tourism on 071-9663033 or unabhan@indigo.ie or Una Doris, Roscommon LEADER Partnership at una@ridc.ie or attend the presentation on Tuesday 17th September at 7pm in Drum Heritage Centre.

Drum Art Group
Monday mornings at 10.30am in Drum Parish Hall. New members most welcome. For further information contact Jackie at 087-2341535.

Drum Community Centre
Sports hall and meeting rooms available for bookings. Contact Michael 090-6494425 or 083-0030902 Monday-Friday 6-10pm.

Athlone Cancer Support Services
Commences on Friday 28th September and will run every second Friday from 10am-1pm. The services are free and strictly confidential. Open to both male and female. Youths 16 years or younger wishing to avail of this service must be accompanied by an adult. Venue: St. Kieran’s Community Centre, Tormey Villas, Athlone. Further details contact Maureen 085-1461048.

Indoor Market
Calling all bargain hunters near and far! An indoor market will be held in Drum Community Centre on Saturday 29th September 11am-6pm. Racks packed with pre-loved delights and fabulous new creations from local people. Fun things for the kids and tasty treats for the young and old. Bring the family for a fun day out and bag yourself a great bargain. Further information contact Catriona Conway at 087-3572715.

Creative Writing Workshops for Children
6-week workshops for 8-12 year olds on Saturday mornings from 11am-1pm starting 6th October in Venue4, Bastion Street, Athlone. Cost: €85 (with concession for siblings). Contact Niamh 086-3623971 for more information and to book a place.

Social Dancing Classes
Starting in Glesson's, The Square, Roscommon on Friday 28th September. Beginners 8-9pm, Improvers 9-10pm with dancing after from 10-11pm. No partners needed, €8 per class. All are welcome. Further details contact Padraig at 087-1812248.

Autumn Stations
Anyone who would like to host the stations in their home this autumn is asked to contact Drum Parish Office at 6437125 to arrange a date. This is a lovely tradition which has been passed down through generations in our parish but would seem to be in decline in recent times. Perhaps you would consider hosting the station mass for your area to ensure the tradition continues for another generation.

Parish Novena
As part of the Jubilee Celebrations for Ss. Peter & Paul's Church, the Parish will be hosting a Novena from Monday 22nd to Tuesday 30th October in the 3 churches of the parish. It will be conducted by the Redemptorist Fathers. A more detailed programme will be published later.

Clann na nGael Notes

Important Notices
Minor board meeting Tuesday evening in Johnstown at 8:30. Full attendance is required as most leagues and championships are drawing to a close.
Please note the change in time of the SFC game on Sunday from 3.30pm as previously advertised to 3pm.

Club Lotto
Numbers drawn on Sunday 9th September 2012: 9, 13, 19, 20. No winner of €2,400. There was one 'match 3’ winner, Joe Fallon, receiving €200. Next week's jackpot €2,600 and the draw will be held in the Athlone Springs Hotel, Monksland.

Torthaí
Ladies Intermediate Championship County Semi-Final
Clann na nGael 3-10 (19) Éire Óg 0-05
U-14 Girls
Clann na nGael 8-11 (35) St. Croan's 0-05
U16 Boys Championship County Semi-Final
Clann na nGael 2-19 (25) Padraig Pearses 3-02 (11)
Junior B Championship
Clann na nGael 1-12 (15) Oran 0-16
U14 Boys League Semi-final
Clann na nGael 1-09 (12) Padraig Pearses 1-11 (14)
U12 Boys League Group F
Clann na nGael 2-11(17) Roscommon Gaels 3-01 (10)
U12 Boys Group A
Clann na nGael 5-15 (30) Padraig Pearses 2-03 (9)
U12 Boys Group F
Clann na nGael 4-08 (20) Padraig Pearses 0-04

Clár Cluichí
Saturday 15 September
Intermediate Football Championship Quarter Finals: St. Michael's V Clann na nGael in Kilbride at 5.30pm.
Sunday 16 September
Senior Football Championship Quarter Finals: Elphin V Clann na nGael in Páirc de hÍde at 3pm.
Friday 5 October
U21 Championship: Clann na nGael v Roscommon Gaels in Johnstown at 8.30pm.
Saturday 20 October
U21 Championship: Naomh Caoimhin Caislean Riabhach v Clann na nGael in O'Rourke Park at 3pm.
Saturday 3 November
U21 Championship: Boyle v Clann na nGael TBC.

Newsletter - Sunday 9th September 2012

Drum Mass Intentions
Saturday 8th 8pm: Tony Duignan and deceased family members, Clonbulia
Sunday 9th 10am: Deceased of the Parish (Mass will be held in the cemetery, weather permitting)
Monday 10th 7pm: Mass for the Sick followed by Rosary and Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
Tuesday 11th 7pm: James & Frank Duffy, Clonark
Wednesday 12th 7pm: Pat Lennon, Clonbulia
Thursday 13th 7pm: Adrian, Denis & Mary Dolan, Curraghaleen
Friday 14th 7pm: Christy & Attracta Bigley, Summerhill
Saturday 15th 8pm: Michael & Iris Carr and their daughter Elaine Steward
Sunday 16th 10am: Patrick & Teresa Murray, Culfatha

Drum Collection
Sunday 2nd September: €940.00.
Go raibh maith agaibh as bhur síntiúis seachtainiúla do chostas cothaithe an tséipéil.

Clonown Mass Intentions
Sunday 9th 11am: Paddy Dunning, Ballinaculla
Sunday 16th 11am: Paddy Geoghegan

Clonown Collections
Sunday 2nd September: €138.00.
Church Restoration Fund: €157.00.

Rest in Peace
Pat Kilroy, Clonbulia
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Baptism
Hannah Antoinette Duignan
Céad míle fáilte! Congratulations to her parents.

Wedding Bells
Congratulations to Jonathan Lennon and Deirdre Bannon on their recent wedding.
Go maire siad a saol úr.

Drum Art Group
Will be recommencing on Monday 10th September at the usual time of 10.30am in Drum Parish Hall. New members most welcome. For further information contact Jackie at 087-2341535.

Drum Community Centre
Sports hall and meeting rooms available for bookings. Contact Michael 090-6494425 Monday-Friday 6-10pm.

Athlone Half Marathon
Starting at St. Aloysius' College on Saturday 15th September at 11am. The route will follow Clonown Road, Creggane Road, R446 (old N6 Galway Road) and Coologorrif Road to finish back at St. Aloysius College. There will be some traffic restrictions between 11am-2pm. Further details see www.athlonehalfmarathon.com.

Indoor Market
Calling all bargain hunters near and far! An indoor market will be held in Drum Community Centre on Saturday 29th September 11am-6pm. Racks packed with pre-loved delights and fabulous new creations from local people. Fun things for the kids and tasty treats for the young and old. Bring the family for a fun day out and bag yourself a great bargain. Further information contact Catriona Conway at 087-3572715.

County Roscommon Primary Health Programme for the Traveller Community
An information morning will be held in Roscommon LEADER Partnership Offices, Roscommon Business Park on Monday 10th September at 10am.

Samaritans - Volunteers
Have you 3 hours per week to spare? Athlone Midlands Samaritans are holding an information evening for prospective new volunteers in Shamrock Lodge Hotel at 8pm on Tuesday 11th September. For further information contact athlonesamsvolunteering@gmail.com

Parkinson’s Association
A local branch of the Parkinson’s Association has been set up in County Roscommon to provide information and support for Parkinson’s patients, their families, friends and carers. The first open meeting of the association takes place on Wednesday 12th September in Hannon's Hotel, Athlone Road, Roscommon at 7.30pm. Guest speaker will be the Parkinson’s Disease Specialist Nurse for the West of Ireland, Patrick Browne. All are welcome or for more information contact Anita on 087-6239139.

Autumn Stations
Anyone who would like to host the stations in their home this autumn is asked to contact Drum Parish Office at 6437125 to arrange a date. This is a lovely tradition which has been passed down through generations in our parish but would seem to be in decline in recent times. Perhaps you would consider hosting the station mass for your area to ensure the tradition continues for another generation.

Parish Novena
As part of the Jubilee Celebrations for Ss. Peter & Paul's Church, the Parish will be hosting a Novena from Monday 22nd to Tuesday 30th October in the 3 churches of the parish. It will be conducted by the Redemptorist Fathers. A more detailed programme will be published later.

Mark Rohan Paralympics Homecoming
Congratulations to Mark Rohan from Ballinahown who won two gold medals at the London 2012 Paralympics. A homecoming for both Mark Rohan and Damien Shaw, also from Westmeath, is being organised for Tuesday 11th at 7pm in Ballinahown with entertainment and a parade through the village.

Clann na nGael Notes

Club Lotto
Numbers drawn on Sunday 2nd September 2012: 5, 10, 12, 25. No winner of €2,200. There were six 'match 3’ winners, each receive €35. Next week's jackpot €2,400 and the draw will be held in Monahan's Bar, Baylough.

Torthaí
Under 12 Group A
Clann na nGael 3-10 St. Ciarán's 3-06
Clann na nGael (1) 1-19 St. Dominics 2-09
U14 Girls Championship
Clann na nGael 7-11 St. Ciarán's 1-04
Clann na nGael 4-10 Shannon Gaels 1-14

Clár Cluichí
Friday 7 September
Mid South Junior B Football Championship: Clann na nGael V Oran in Lisnamult at 8pm.
Saturday 15 September
Intermediate Football Championship Quarter Finals: St. Michael's V Clann na nGael in Kilbride at 5.30pm.
Sunday 16 September
Senior Football Championship Quarter Finals: Elphin V Clann na nGael in Páirc de hÍde at 3.30pm.

Newsletter - Sunday 2nd September 2012

Drum Mass Intentions
Saturday 1st 8pm: Maura Henry, Mount Florence
Sunday 2nd 10am: John & Annie Lennon, Creggane
Tuesday 4th 7pm: Special Intention
Wednesday 5th 7pm: Peter Harney, Rooskey
Thursday 6th 7pm: Tom Griffin, Rooskey
Saturday 8th 10.30am: Kathleen Nicholson, Cornafulla South (Month’s Mind)
Saturday 8th 8pm: Tony Duignan and deceased family members, Clonbulia
Sunday 9th 10am: Deceased of the Parish (Mass will be held in the cemetery, weather permitting)

Drum Collection
Sunday 26th August: €1,018.64.
Go raibh maith agaibh as bhur síntiúis seachtainiúla do chostas cothaithe an tséipéil.

Clonown Mass Intentions
Sunday 2nd 11am: Pat & Margaret Hynes, Togher
Friday 7th 8pm: Paddy & Bridie Egan, Cunny
Sunday 9th 11am: Paddy Dunning, Ballinaculla

Rest in Peace
Michael O’Loughlin, Rockfield
Maura Smith, Clonark and late of Kilmacoo, Athlone
Moira Kenny-Kerins, Four Mile House, Roscommon (sister-in-law of Helen Kerins and Gerard Macken, Lisdillure)
Annie Mitchel, Derrylissane, Menlough, Co. Galway (mother of Nora Seery, Clonellan)
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a n-anam.

Reilig an Droma - Drum Cemetery

Cemetery Sunday
Drum Cemetery: Sunday 9th September at 10am (weather permitting).

Baptism
Kevin Luke Timlin
Céad míle fáilte! Congratulations to his parents.

Drum Art Group
Will be recommencing on Monday 10th September at the usual time of 10.30am in Drum Parish Hall. New members most welcome.

Autumn Stations
Anyone who would like to host the stations in their home this autumn is asked to contact Drum Parish Office at 6437125 to arrange a date. This is a lovely tradition which has been passed down through generations in our parish but would seem to be in decline in recent times. Perhaps you would consider hosting the station mass for your area to ensure the tradition continues for another generation.

Samaritans - Volunteers
Have you 3 hours per week to spare? Athlone Midlands Samaritans are holding an information evening for prospective new volunteers in Shamrock Lodge Hotel at 8pm on Thursday 6th and Tuesday 11th September. For further information contact athlonesamsvolunteering@gmail.com

Parkinson’s Association
A local branch of the Parkinson’s Association has been set up in County Roscommon to provide information and support for Parkinson’s patients, their families, friends and carers. The first open meeting of the association takes place on Wednesday 12th September in Hannon's Hotel, Athlone Road, Roscommon at 7.30pm. Guest speaker will be the Parkinson’s Disease Specialist Nurse for the West of Ireland, Patrick Browne. All are welcome or for more information contact Anita on 087-6239139.

County Roscommon Primary Health Programme for the Traveller Community
An information morning will be held in Roscommon LEADER Partnership Offices, Roscommon Business Park on Monday 10th September at 10am.

Roscommon VEC Adult Education Service
Are your thinking of a return to education? If you would like to improve your skills in communications, maths or computers, courses be held in Involve Centre, Monksland Business Park on Thursday 6th September 6–8pm, and Friday 7th September 11am–1pm. Courses are at FETAC Levels 1-3.

Help Needed!
Basket collectors needed for Saturday evening and Sunday morning masses in Drum. There is a monthly rota in place but we do not yet have anyone for September, October, November or January. Thanks to those who have already volunteered and a warm welcome to anyone else who is interested. Please contact Fr. Michael or Drum Parish Office 090-6437125.