Newsletter - Sunday 30th May 2010

Drum Mass Intentions
Saturday 29th 8pm: Michael John & Jean Harney, Crannagh
Sunday 30th 10am: Kathleen Naughton, Clonellan
Sunday 30th 11.30am: First Holy Communion for the children of Cornafulla & Ardkeenan Schools
Tuesday 1st 7pm: Tom Dwyer, New Jersey
Wednesday 2nd 7pm: Mass
Thursday 3rd 7pm: Kathleen Merrigan, Clonark
Friday 4th 7pm: Mary & Patrick Naughton, Clonark
Saturday 5th 8pm: Mike McManus, Nure
Sunday 6th 10am: Anthony Whyte

Clonown Mass Intentions
Sunday 30th 11am: Tommy & May Curley
Friday 4th 8pm: Michael Greene
Sunday 6th 11am: Michael Hardiman, his parents, his sister Mary and brother Kevin, Drumlosh

Church of Our Lady of the Wayside, Clonown
Reopens this weekend for the 11am mass on Sunday 30th May.

Congratulations
To the children of the Parish who made their First Holy Communion and Confirmation this weekend in Drum & Ss. Peter & Paul's.


Féile na nÓg Fundraiser
Clann na nGael under 14 team have qualified for Féile na nÓg and are hosting big fund-raising night in Connaughton's Pub, Clonark on Friday 11th June. Spot prizes galore. Music by The Coyles. Please support.

Table Quiz
Cloonakilla N.S. Parents Association are holding a table quiz in the Athlone Springs Hotel at 8pm on 18th June. €20 per table. Your support would be much appreciated.

Clann na nGael Holiday
Thinking of taking a break in October? Clann na nGael have organised a holiday with a difference. Come join us in Porto Rico (Grand Canaries) from 2nd to 9th October. Limited spaces available at a very reasonable cost.  Call Breda 086-8714943 or Mary 087-7838966.

Elphin Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes
From 28th August to 2nd September 2010. Applications sought from persons who have a medical condition and wish to travel as assisted pilgrims. Forms available from Fr. Ray Milton at Drum Parish Office 090-6437125. Closing date for applications is 31st May. More details are available on www.drum.ie/parish/lourdes

Padre Pio Pilgrimage
Five day pilgrimage to San Giovanni from 26th October 2010. Full board €629. For full details contact Paddy O'Brien, Rover Coaches Mullingar at 086-2571645 or 044-9342449.

Newsletter - Sunday 23rd May 2010

Domhnach na Cincíse
Pentecost Sunday

Drum Mass Intentions
Saturday 22nd 8pm: Thomas & Hannah O'Neill, Thomastown
Sunday 23rd 10am: Michael John McManus, Drumpark
Tuesday 25th 7pm: John Bohan, Gorrynagowna
Wednesday 26th 7pm: John Naughton, Drivera
Friday 28th 7pm: Michael Nolan
Saturday 29th 3.30pm: Confirmation for the children of Cornafulla & Ardkeenan Schools
Saturday 29th 8pm: Michael John & Jean Harney, Crannagh
Sunday 30th 10am: Kathleen Naughton, Conellan
Sunday 30th 11.30am: First Holy Communion for the children of Cornafulla & Ardkeenan Schools

Clonown Mass Intentions
Sunday 23rd 11am: John & Margaret & Michael Dunning
Sunday 30th 11am: Tommy & May Curley

Rest in Peace
Sr. Catherine Henry, New Jersey and formerly of Drumlosh, sister of Mrs. Peggy Lennon, Summerhill
Elizabeth (Lily) Earl, Togher, Clonown and formerly of St. Paul's Terrace
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a nanam

Baptisms
Emilie Patricia Fowler
Aoife Marie Kennedy
Anna Mai Kelly
Congratulations to their parents

Drum Clonown Community Games
Gymnastics - local competition will be held on Friday 28th May at 6pm in Athlone Gymnastic Club, Summerhill. Athletics - training for athletes competiting in county finals (5 & 6 June) will be held in the grounds of Summerhill Convent on Wednesday evening @ 6pm.

Sincere Thanks
Sr. Helena McEvilly FMDM wishes to extend sincere thanks to all those who gave of their time, talent and energy to fund-raise for her mission work in Nigera. Thanks
also to all who contributed so generously financially to her mission fund.

Gaelic on the Green
Céad míle fáilte to party time at Clann na nGael in Johnstown on Monday 24th May at 7pm. Fun, games and light refreshments for adults and children alike. All free of charge. Buses depart from The Mill car park at 6.15pm and Monksland Community Centre at 6.30pm, and from SuperValu car park at 6.15pm and Danesfot at 6.30pm. All children on the bus must be accompanies by an adult. For more details contact Anne 086-8355497.

Friends of Mayo-Roscommon Hospice
Fundraiser in aid of the Hospice Pallative Care Foundation will be launched in Clann na nGael Clubhouse, Johnstown on Thursday 27th May at 9pm. All are welcome and your support would be greatly appreciated.

Table Quiz
Cloonakilla N.S. Parents Association are holding a table quiz in the Athlone Springs Hotel at 8pm on 18th June. €20 per table. Your support would be much appreciated.

Passionfruit Theatre
Presents: Clive Barnes and Luan Parle on Friday 28th May at 8.30pm. Tickets €15. Tel: 086-3338457.

PLC Courses in Childcare
Enrolment in St. Jarlath’s Vocational School, Mountbellow on Thursday 27th May at 8pm.

Clann na nGael Holiday
Thinking of taking a break in October? Clann na nGael have organised a holiday with a difference. Come join us in Porto Rico (Grand Canaries) from 2nd to 9th October. Limited spaces available at a very reasonable cost.  Call Breda 086-8714943 or Mary 087-7838966.

Elphin Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes
From 28th August to 2nd September 2010. Applications sought from persons who have a medical condition and wish to travel as assisted pilgrims. Forms available from Fr. Ray Milton at Drum Parish Office 090-6437125. Closing date for applications is 31st May. More details are available on www.drum.ie/parish/lourdes

Jubilee Marriage Celebration
Couples celebrating their Silver, Ruby, Golden or any anniversary of marriage are invited to attend St. Joseph's Church, Boyle on Sunday 20th June at 3pm for Mass to be celebrated by Bishop Christoper Jones. Refreshments afterwards in St. Joseph's Hall, Boyle. This event is hosted by the Family Life Centre. Booking is essential and should be done by 2nd June. Contact 071-9663000, email info@familylifecentre.ie or contact your local priest.

Newsletter - Sunday 16th May 2010

Domhnach Deascabhála
The Ascension of the Lord

Drum Mass Intentions
Saturday 15th 8pm: Jack & Phoebe Duignan, Doohan
Sunday 16th 10am: Annie & Patrick Dolan, Clonark
Tuesday 18th 7pm: Thomas & Mary Lennon, Clonbulia
Wednesday 19th 7pm: John McManus & Sr. Mary Incarnata, Ardnanure
Thursday 20th 7pm: Kathleen & Owen Connaughton, Clonark
Friday 21st 7pm: Mary McManus, Ardnanure
Saturday 22nd 8pm: Thomas & Hannah O'Neill, Thomastown
Sunday 23rd 10am: Michael John McManus, Drumpark

Clonown Mass Intentions
Sunday 16th 11am: Bill & Peg Fallon, Newtown
Sunday 23rd 11am: John & Margaret & Michael Dunning

Rest in Peace
Jimmy O'Brien, Carricknaughton
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam

Baptisms
Emma Agnes O'Brien
Siena Liz Fonseca Hynes
Congratulations to their parents

Wedding Bells
Helen Murray & Paul Everett
Sarah Keegan & Ultan Shine
Fiona Moore & Shane Naughton
May they be blessed with a long and happy life together.

Pentecost Envelopes
Will be distributed to all households in the parish by our area distributors during the coming week. Sincere thanks for your ongoing support for the priests of the parish.

Elphin Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes
From 28th August to 2nd September 2010. Applications sought from persons who have a medical condition and wish to travel as assisted pilgrims. Forms available from Fr. Ray Milton at Drum Parish Office 090-6437125. Closing date for applications is 31st May. More details are available on www.drum.ie/parish/lourdes

Jubilee Marriage Celebration
Couples celebrating their Silver, Ruby, Golden or any anniversary of marriage are invited to attend St. Joseph's Church, Boyle on Sunday 20th June at 3pm for Mass to be celebrated by Bishop Christoper Jones. Refreshments afterwards in St. Joseph's Hall, Boyle. This event is hosted by the Family Life Centre. Booking is essential and should be done by 2nd June. Contact 071-9663000, email info@familylifecentre.ie or contact your local priest.

Athlone Library
Massive sale of used library stock from 13th to 24th May. Books in all categories at reasonable prices.

Night Prayer Vigil
At Cluain Chiaráin Prayer Centre, Clonmacnoise on Friday 21st May. Mass at 10pm followed by adoration and finishing at 3.10am. All welcome. Enquiries to Dave 085-7746763.

S.M.A. Pilgrimage to Knock
Bus departs Ss. Peter & Paul's Church at 10am on Saturday 22nd May. Fare €10. Book with Fr. Eamon 090-6493854 or 087-2182775 or Maura 090-6494181.

Golf Classic
Ss. Peter & Paul's Golf Classic will be held in Athlone Golf Club on Friday 21st May. Please contact the Parish Office at 090-6492171 for entry forms and tee times.

Parish Pilgrimage to Medjugorje
From 25th June to 2nd July 2010. Spiritual director: Fr. John McManus. Cost €599 all inclusive. Single room supplement: €130. Group leader: Gerry Kinneavy 087-2249621 or Mary Mulligan 090-6492045 / 087-2936933.

Clann na nGael Notes

Ladies Senior League
Oran 1-8 Clann na nGael 0-9
Clann were defeated by last year's Intermediate champions on Saturday evening last in Athleague. The first half was very low scoring with the team's level with two points each after 25 minutes. A Blana Gately free was added to by the same girl from play before Eileen Goode came to Clann's rescue with a great dive to her right to push out a penalty. Two late first half points from Michelle Harney-Nolan and Maz Sweeney left both teams on 0-4. Oran soon went four points up on the restart with a sucker punch of a goal. Clann rallied with points from Ciara Fallon and Maz Sweeney. Oran kept their noses in front throughout the second half as Clann tried in vain to get that crucial goal. Blana Gately scored two more frees before Tracey Keegan rounded her marker to fire over a good point.
Team: Eileen Goode, Michelle Keegan, Aisling Egan,Gillian Wall, Caroline O'Neill, Niamh Fallon, Katie Ward, Martina O'Brien, Michelle Harney-Nolan 0-1, Ciara Fallon 0-1, Blana Gately 0-4 (3f), Maz Sweeney 0-2, Kathleen Doran-Rourke, Tracey Keegan 0-1, Anna Shine.

Roscommon Ladies U-14 Féile Final
Clann na nGael 3-6 Boyle 0-3

The U-14's qualified for the National Féile Final in Derry by virtue of a good win over Boyle on Monday. An early Therese Lennon goal settled Clann and the same girl followed with a second goal later in the half. Saoirse McManus added a free to leave Clann in a strong position at the break. A further goal from Ruth McManus and an Ashley Rose Coyle point were added to by four points from midfielder Ciara Quinn in the second half. This is the second time in three years Clann have qualified and they will be determined to leave their mark in Derry on the first weekend in July. Congrats to all involved.

U-12 Ladies Championship
The U-12's continued their unbeaten run with a good win over Boyle during the week. They have a busy schedule this week with matches against Strokestown and Padraig Pearses.

O'Rourke Cup
Clann na nGael 2-13 St. Faithleachs 0–7
The Clann na nGael Athlone Springs senior team played St Faithleachs in the O'Rourke cup on Friday in Johnstown. Clann were out of the traps faster than a greyhound and were 1-2 up early on. Clann continued the onslaught for the remainder of the half and Led 1-7 to 0-2 up at the break. The visitors put up a better performance in the second half, but Clann finished the game as they started with a 1-3 salvo to put the icing on the cake.
Team and scorers: Darren Lennon, Denis Gavin, Liam Óg Naughten, Niall McManus, Brian Goode, Cathal Duignan, Eugene Petit, Cathal Shine, Gary Shine, Matt Scally 0-2, David Flynn, David Kelly, Ross Naughton 0-2, Donal Shine 2-6, Jonathon Dunning 0-2. Subs: Ronan Gavin 0-1, Emmet Rock.


Junior B Championship
Clann na nGael 2–5 Fuerty 1–11
The Clann na nGael junior commenced their defence of their junior b title with a trip to Fuerty to take on the home side on Saturday evening last. Clann were slow out of the blocks and were 0-6 to 0-2 down at half time time. It was tit for tat in the second half with Fuerty finishing deserving winners.
Team: Joseph Fallon, Shane McCarron, Shane Gavin, Darragh Egan, Philip Goode, Daniel Harney, Cathal Kenny, Mark Whyte, Kevin Naughton, Emmet Kenny, Fergal Shine, Kevin Kenny, Ian O'Reilly, Paul Whyte, Niall Lennon. Subs: Michael McManus, Paul Dunning, Alan Shine, Eoin Connaughton.

Minor League
Clann na nGael 1–13 St Brigids 2–4
Team and scorers: Conor Dolan, Cian O'Reilly, Stephen Flynn, Mark Connaughton, Darragh Egan, James McManus, Philip Lennon 0-2, David Harrington, Ruaidri McManus, Emmet Kenny, 0-4, James Farrell 0-2, Daniel O'Conner 0-3, Darragh Glynn. Subs: Darragh Petit, Ultan Harney, Niall Carr, Dermot Higgins, Martin Costello.


U-14 Division 1
Clann na nGael 2–13 St Dominics 0–4
The Clann u-14 team continued their winning streak with a hard fought win over St Dominics on Thursday evening last. The scoreline does not do justice to the visitors, but Clann played some excellent football.
Team: Shane Scally, Gary Nicholson, Gary Mannion, Aran O'Reilly, Sean McManus, Martin Flannery, Kieran Connaughton, Cillian Bannon, Jack Connaughton, David Griffin, David Connaughton, Fergal Lennon, Mark Shine, Cian McManus, Cathal Calllinan. Subs: Jamie Fahy, Shane Lacey, Brandon Ryan, Connor Lennon, Dylan Colgan, Evin Cunnuiffe.

U-14 Division 4
Clann na nGael 7–7 Ballinameen 6–8
The Clann na nGael u-14 second team needed a last gasp goal from Colm Johnson record a deserved win over Ballinameen in a thrilling game on Thursday evening last.
Team: Dylan Colgan, Dylan Earle, Connor Lennon, Declan Nugent, Brandon Ryan, Jonathon Murray, Darragh Lennon, Evin Cunnuiffe, Eoin Hannon. Subs: Sean McManus, Colm Johnson, David Ward, Luke Dolan, Sean Kenny, Dean Tobin.

GAA Playing Rules
The GAA Congress 2010 passed a number of playing rule changes relevant to football and hurling which will come into effect in all games played on or after May 15th 2010. A summary of the rule changes is available to download from the GAA website at www.gaa.ie

Results/Torthaí
Corrib Oil Division 1 League
Clann na nGael 2-13 St Faithleachs 0-6
Mid-South Junior B Championship
Fuerty 1-11 Clann na nGael 2-5

Fixtures/Clár Cluichí
Friday 14th
Mid-South Division 4 League: Clann na nGael v St Aidans 8.30pm J Martin
Saturday 15th May
Corrib Oil Division 1 League: Clann na nGael v Castlerea 1.00pm D Hunt
Sunday 16th
Division 3 League –Tansey Cup: Clann na nGael v Kilbride 2.00pm J Reilly

Newsletter - Sunday 9th May 2010

Drum Mass Intentions
Saturday 8th 8pm: Frank & Rose Lennon, Curryroe
Sunday 9th 10am: Josephine & Thomas Connor
Sunday 9th 11am: Lá na gClub Mass in Johnstown Clubhouse
Tuesday 11th 7pm: Mary Dolan, New Jersey and Newtown
Wednesday 12th 7pm: Mary & P.J. & Lar Watson, Taduff
Thursday 13th 7pm: Dan & Mary O’Connor, Kielty
Saturday 15th 8pm: Jack & Phoebe Duignan, Doohan
Sunday 16th 10am: Annie & Patrick Dolan, Clonark

Clonown Mass Intentions
Sunday 9th 11am: Tom & Mary Grenham and son Tommie
Sunday 16th 11am: Bill & Peg Fallon, Newtown

Rest in Peace
Maureen Dunning, Clonown
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam

Lá na gClub
This Sunday 9th May 2010. Clann na nGael will be hosting a family day at Johnstown. Come and join in the fun. Commences with mass at 11am.

Drum Cemetery Voluntary Group
Phase one of the work has now been completed. Phase two to commence in September. Many thanks to all those who gave of their time and to all who responded to the voluntary contribution. The group are still seeking help to identify unmarked graves. If you can help, please contact 085-7139736.

Congratulations
To Clann na nGael under 14 Ladies who are through to Féile and will represent their county/club/community in the All-Ireland Competitions in Derry in July. Well done to the girls and thier coaches.

Thank You
To all who supported the recent bowling night, card game and bag packing in aid of Sr. Helena McEvilly's Nigerian Mission Fund. Your generus support is very much appreciated.

Citzens Information Service
Awareness/Information Day on 14th May in Golden Island Shopping Centre from 10am to 4pm.

Athlone Library
Massive sale of used library stock from 13th to 24th May. Books in all categories at reasonable prices.

Monksland Area Mass
On Thursday 13th May at 8pm in Monksland Community Centre. All welcome.

Athlone Joint Parish Bingo
Every Sunday night in the Dean Crowe Theatre and St. Mary's Hall, starting at 8pm sharp.

S.M.A. Pilgrimage to Knock
Bus departs Ss. Peter & Paul's Church at 10am on Saturday 22nd May. Fare €10. Book with Fr. Eamon 090-6493854 or 087-2182775 or Maura 090-6494181.

Golf Classic
Ss. Peter & Paul's Golf Classic will be held in Athlone Golf Club on Friday 21st May. Please contact the Parish Office at 090-6492171 for entry forms and tee times.

Parish Pilgrimage to Medjugorje
From 25th June to 2nd July 2010. Spiritual director: Fr. John McManus. Cost €599 all inclusive. Single room supplement: €130. Group leader: Gerry Kinneavy 087-2249621 or Mary Mulligan 090-6492045 / 087-2936933.

Sacristan in Ss. Peter & Paul's Church
Applications arerequested for the post of Sacristan in Ss. Peter & Paul's Church starting from 1st June 2010, to replace Ms. Patsy Norton who is retiring after 14 years of dedicated service. Applications with C.V. and two references should be sent to The Parish Priest, Parish Office, Forthill House, Battery Road, Athlone, Co. Westmeath to arrive by Friday 14th May 2010. Mark the envelopes 'Sacristan'.

Clann na nGael Notes

Lá na gClub 2010
We would like to invite you to our special Lá na gClub Celebration Day in Clann na nGael, Johnstown on Sunday May 9th 2010. We had a very successful day last year and we had many things to celebrate. Buying our new field, upgrading the lights and the investment personally made by many of the families in the area. This year the G.A.A. have asked all clubs again to have this family day again. This year we have more items on display in our Museum within the Clubhouse. We have reframed many of our pictures and will have the facility to show matches in the main hall of the Clubhouse. There are always opportunities for improvement and we are trying to maintain and improve our facilities all the time. FAS have also played a large part in getting a lot of work completed around the grounds and within the Clubhouse. We would like to thank everyone for the support in the past and we hope to build on this in the future. At the moment we have introduced Gaelic to new children who live in the area, with our Gaelic on the Greens programme. This has been very well supported by the families in the Monksland area, and we hope to see these families enjoy our family day on May 9th 2010. Our day will start off with Mass at 11am in the Club house followed by a Parade with all our underage players and the Raven Marching Band. Entertainment will be supplied by a selection of our younger members in the afternoon. After which a match will take place on our main pitch with the Married v Singles teams. We look forward to seeing you on Sunday.

O'Rourke Cup
St Aidan's 2-13 Clann na nGael 1-7
The Clann na nGael Athlone Springs senior team played St Aidan's on Sunday last in Ballyforan.Clann got off to a slow start and were 0-8 to0-0 down early in the game. Clann staged a a fightback and were 1 point up early in the second half. Aidan rallied again and ended up deserving winners.
Team: Darren Lennon, Dennis Gavin, Niall McManus, Eugene Petit, Ronan Gavin, Cathal Duignan, Brian Goode, Donal Shine, Gary Shine, Emmet Rock, David Flynn, Ross Naughton, Matt Scally, Cathal Shine, Jonathon Dunning. Subs: David Kelly, Darragh Lennon, Mark Shine, Niall Shine.

Roscommon Ladies U-14 Feile Final
Clann na nGael 3-6 Boyle 0-3
The U-14's qualified for the National Feile Final in Derry by virtue of a good win over Boyle on Sunday. An early Therese Lennon goal settled Clann and the same girl followed with a second goal later in the half. Saoirse McManus added a free to leave Clann in a strong position at the break. A further goal from Ruth McManus and a Ashley Rose Coyle point gave were cemented by four points from midfielder Ciara Quinn in the second half. This is the second time in three years Clann have qualified and they will be determined to leave their mark in Derry on the first weekend in July. Congrats to all involved.

U-12 Girls
The U-12 girls defeated Roscommon Gaels in the CBS pitch on Tuesday last by 4-4 to 1-2. This was a heart fought victory as several squandered chances left the win in doubt until late in the second-half. Clann now play Boyle in their next match.

Ladies Senior League
The ladies play Oran away this Saturday evening in the league at 7.30pm.

Fixtures/Clár Cluichí
Thursday
U-14 League: Clann na nGael vs St Dominics in Johnstown at 7pm
Friday 7th May
U-14 Division 4: Clann na nGael vs Ballinameen in Johnstown at 7pm
O'Rourke Cup: Clann na nGael vs St Fathleachs in Johnstown at 8.30pm
Saturday 8th
Mid-South Junior B Championship: Clann na nGael vs Fuerty in Fuerty at 5pm

Results/Torthaí
Corrib Oil Division 1 League
St Aidans 2-13 Clann na nGael 1-7
Division 3 League –Tansey Cup
Clann na nGael 0-9 Elphin 2-11
Roscommon Ladies U-14 Feile Final
Clann na nGael 3-6 Boyle 0-3

Newsletter - Sunday 2nd May 2010

Drum Mass Intentions
Saturday 1st 8pm: Peter Killian, Crancam
Sunday 2nd 10am: Mae Henry, Drumlosh
Tuesday 4th 7pm: Johnny & Mary Moran, Kilmacormack
Thursday 6th 7pm: Tom Flynn, Curraghaleen
Friday 7th 7pm: Thomas Nicholson, Cornafulla South
Saturday 8th 8pm: Frank & Rose Lennon, Curryroe
Sunday 9th 10am: Josephine & Thomas Connor

Clonown Mass Intentions
Sunday 2nd May 11am: Mike & Frank Gavin
Friday 7th 8pm: Mary Monks (1st anniversary)
Sunday 9th 11am: Tom & Mary Grenham and son Tommie

Progressive 25 Card Game
In aid of Sr. Helena McEvilly's Nigerian Mission Fund will be held in the Clann na nGael Clubhouse, Johnstown on Monday night @ 9pm. Please support.

Drum I.C.A.
Monthly meeting will be held in Drum Community Centre on Tuesday 4th May at 8.30pm. All member please attend.

Drum/Clonwn Community Games
Gymnastics training on Wednesday 5th and 12th May from 6.30 to 8pm in Athlone Gymnastics Club, Summerhill. All ages, all levels. €4 euro per session.

Lá na gClub
Dé Domhnaigh, 9ú Bealtaine 2010 - Sunday, 9th May 2010 - Once again Clann na Gael will be hosting a family day at Johnstown as part of the GAA's Lá na gClub celebrations. Events on the day include Mass at 11am, a parade with all underage players, entertainment from some of our younger members, the "Married versus Singles" match, judging in the Art Competition and Special Cake Baking Competition. The Club Museum will also be open on the day. We look forward to seeing you there.

Roscommon Lamb Festival
A celebration of family fun, great food, farming, crafts, heritage and community spirit in County Roscommon. Taking place this May Bank Holiday weekend. For more details or to download the 2010 festival brochure please visit the official Roscommon Lamb Festival website at http://www.roscommonlambfestival.com/

RTÉ All-Ireland Drama Festival
Takes place at the Dean Crowe Theatre from Friday 30th April to Saturday 8th May, nightly at 8pm (except the final night, Saturday 8th May at 7pm). Booking at 090-6492129 or online at www.deancrowetheatre.com

Athlone Joint Parish Bingo
Due to the All-Ireland Drama Festival taking place in the Dean Crowe Theatre on Sunday 2nd May, the weekly Parish Bingo will take place in St. Mary's Hall only, starting at 8pm sharp.

Day of Prayer

First Thursday of the Month, (throughout the year), on 6th May 2010, is a Day of Prayer for Priests at the Chapel of Adoration, Athlone. The day concludes with 6:15pm Mass presided by invited guest Priests who share on their priestly vocation and ministry. All welcome.

Parish One-day Pilgrimage to Lough Derg
Bus will leave Ss. Peter & Paul's Church at 6am on Saturday 8th May. Overall cost €65. To book a place contact the Parish Office at 090-6492171.

Golf Classic
Ss. Peter & Paul's Golf Classic will be held in Athlone Golf Club on Friday 21st May. Please contact the Parish Office at 090-6492171 for entry forms and tee times.

Parish Pilgrimage to Medjugorje
From 25th June to 2nd July 2010. Spiritual director: Fr. John McManus. Cost €599 all inclusive. Single room supplement: €130. Group leader: Gerry Kinneavy 087-2249621 or Mary Mulligan 090-6492045 / 087-2936933.

Sacristan in Ss. Peter & Paul's Church
Applications arerequested for the post of Sacristan in Ss. Peter & Paul's Church starting from 1st June 2010, to replace Ms. Patsy Norton who is retiring after 14 years of dedicated service. Applications with C.V. and two references should be sent to The Parish Priest, Parish Office, Forthill House, Battery Road, Athlone, Co. Westmeath to arrive by Friday 14th May 2010. Mark the envelopes 'Sacristan'.