Clann na nGael Notes

Lotto
Last weeks numbers were 1, 10, 21, 26 and there was no winner of the jackpot. There were 3 match 3 winners each receiving E70. Next weeks jackpot will be e9,200 and the draw is in the Grove.

St. Stephen's Day
Singles 8-5 Married 7-6
The singles team got back to winning ways with a hard fought win over a gutsy married team in Artic conditions in Johnstown. Goal were flying in at both ends with Niall McManus ending his goal scoring drought when he palmed the ball into the back of the net to give the singles a lead they never lost. Credit must go to Gerry Shine for a fine display of refereeing. After the game both sides retired to the club house for an evening of craic and ceol. The large crowd were entertained by Tommy Divine long into the evening. A total of €918.20 was raised on the day, and the money raised this year goes to Drum Cemetery Voluntary Group.

Newsletter - Sunday 26th December 2010

Lá Fhéile Stiofáin
St. Stephen's Day

Féile an Teaghlaigh Naofa
Feast of the Holy Family

Drum Mass Intentions
Saturday 25th 10am: Christmas Day Mass
Saturday 25th 12pm: Christmas Day Mass
Sunday 26th 10am: St. Stephen's Day - John O'Neill, Clonellan
Sunday 26th 12pm: St. Stephen's Day - Tommy Harney, Curraghaleen
Monday 27th 11am: P.J. & Eileen McEvilly, Johnstown
Tuesday 28th 11am: Thomas & Winifred Higgins, Ardkeenan
Wednesday 29th 11am: Tom, Jim & Lil Hynes, Johnstown
Thursday 30th 11am: Colm Kennedy & his grandparents Bill & Mamie
Friday 31st 11am: Mary & Patrick Higgins, Ardkeenan
Saturday 1st 8pm: Nancy & Martin Mulvey, Johnstown
Sunday 2nd 10am: Bríd Shine

Clonown Mass Intentions
Saturday 25th 11am: Christmas Day Mass
Sunday 26th 11am: St. Stephen's Day - John Dunning and Michael & Delia Dunning, The Park
Sunday 2nd 11am: Mass

Congratulations
To Fr. Eamon Kelly who celebrated his Golden Jubilee on 21st December last. Mass and function to celebrate his jubilee will take place on 14th January 2011. Further details to follow at a later date.

Shannonside Cycling Club
Are hosting a Fresh Start Leisure Cycle on New Year's Day, starting at 12pm from the Bounty (weather permitting). Route is 10km on a flat, quiet and marshalled route. Refreshments provided. Shower and changing facilites available. Safety tips and advice offered on the day. Helmets are compulsory. Young and old welcome, families included. Cost is €5 per person or €10 per family. Check www.shannonsidecc.com or contact Deirdre on 086-4039382.

Christmas Greetings
The priests of the parish wish all our parishioners, and all who attend masses in Ss. Peter & Paul's Church, St. Brigid's Church, Drum and Our Lady of the Wayside Church, Clonown, a very happy, holy Christmas and a peaceful new year.

Christmas Greetings from Drum

Beannachtaí na Nollag
Nollaig shona agus athbhliain faoi mhaise do mhuintir an phobail seo uilig, sa bhaile agus ar fud an domhan.

Wishing you a happy and holy Christmas.

Christmas Message from Fr. Ray

A Word of Gratitude

At this time of year we exchange gifts and presents as a sign of appreciation for one another. It is time to say "thanks". I take this opportunity to thank most sincerely all who contribute to the life of the parish.

Many people in various ways, give of themselves to help meet the needs of our parish. I am truly grateful to the individuals and groups that fulfil any role in the Church and the community.

I applaud all the voluntary groups, sporting and social, responding to the needs of our community. Keep up the good work and thanks to all once again.

As you celebrate Christmas may you be touched with the gifts of joy and peace.

Fr. Ray

Christmas Schedule for Drum

• Christmas Eve - Friday 24th December - Vigil Mass at 9pm
• Christmas Day - Saturday 25th December - Masses at 10am and 12 noon
• St. Stephen's Day - Sunday 26th December - Mass at 10am
• Monday 27th - Mass at 11am
• Tuesday 28th - Mass at 11am
• Wednesday 29th - Mass at 11am
• Thursday 30th - Mass at 11am
• Friday 31st - Mass at 11am
• New Year's Day - Saturday 1st January - Vigil Mass at 8pm
• Sunday 2nd - Mass at 10am

Remember...

• Remember and pray for the sick of the Parish especially those who cannot be with us today, those at home or in hospital.
• Remember and pray for the members of our community who have died during the year. We remember also anyone who has lost a loved one.
• Remember a neighbour or friend who is alone, don't forget to look in on them... it would mean so much to them.

A Christmas Prayer

By Robert Louis Stevenson

Loving Father, Help us to remember the birth of Jesus.
that we may share in the song of the angels,
the gladness of the shepherds,
and worship of the wise men.

Close the door of hate and open the door of love all over the world.
Let kindness come with every gift and good desires with every greeting.
Deliver us from evil by the blessing which Christ brings,
and teach us to be merry with clever hearts.

May the Christmas morning make us happy to be thy children,
and Christmas evening bring us to our beds with grateful thoughts,
forgiving and forgiven, for Jesus' sake.
Amen.

Christmas Mass Times

Séipéal Naomh Bríd, An Droim
St. Brigid's Drum, Drum
Friday 24th - Christmas Eve / Oíche Nollag - Vigil Mass at 9pm
Saturday 25th - Christmas Day / Lá Nollag - Mass at 10am and 12pm
Sunday 26th - St. Stephen's Day / Lá Fhéile Stiofáin - Mass at 10am and 12pm

Séipéal Muire Mháthair an Taobh Bealach, Cluain Eamhain
Church of Our Lady of the Wayside, Clonown
Friday 24th - Christmas Eve / Oíche Nollag - Vigil Mass at 9pm
Saturday 25th - Christmas Day / Lá Nollag - Mass at 11am
Sunday 26th - St. Stephen's Day / Lá Fhéile Stiofáin - Mass at 11am

Séipéal Naomh Peader agus Pól, Baile Átha Luain
Ss. Peter and Paul's Church, Athlone
Friday 24th - Christmas Eve / Oíche Nollag - Vigil Mass at 10pm
Saturday 25th - Christmas Day / Lá Nollag - Mass at 9am, 10.30am and 12pm
Sunday 26th - St. Stephen's Day / Lá Fhéile Stiofáin - Mass at 9am, 10.30am and 12pm

Clann na nGael Notes

Lotto
Last weeks numbers 1,2,19,24 and there was no winner of the jackpot of €8800. There were 3 match 3 winners each receiving €70. Bernie Boland c/o Lennons F+V, Janine & Aoibh Nicholson c/o Fran Nicholson, and Anthony Mannion c/o James Curley. Next week's jackpot will be €9000 and the will take place in the Clubhouse, Johnstown at 3pm on Sunday (St. Stephen's Day).

St. Stephen's Day
The annual married v singles match will take place in Johnstown at 1pm on Sunday 26th December. After a few defeats over the past few years, the singles will be eager to get back to winning ways on Sunday. This year the funds raised will go to Drum Cemetery Voluntary Group. A large crowd is expected to turn up and support the day. The club lotto draw will take place in the clubhouse at 3pm as well. All are welcome to play, and queries can be made to Joe Fallon or Gerry Duignan.

GAA Season Tickets
G.A.A Season Tickets are currently on sale from Croke Park at a cost of €75; this price includes all Roscommon's League games plus the first round of the Connacht Senior Football Championship. Individuals must purchase the ticket themselves direct from Croke Park, tickets cannot be purchased through the County Board. Below is a link to the Croke Park Ticket Website with all the necessary information. Please click here for information and the option to purchase: http://www.gaa.ie/tickets-and-merchandise/tickets/

Season's Greetings
The club would like to wish all members and friends a Merry Christmas.

Newsletter - Sunday 19th December 2010

An Ceathrú Domhnach den Aidbhint
Fourth Sunday of Advent

Drum Mass Intentions
Saturday 18th 8pm: Michael Harney, Crannagh
Sunday 19th 10am: Thomas & Elizabeth Lennon, Creggane
Tuesday 21st 7pm: Tom Duignan, Clonellan
Wednesday 22nd 7pm: Tomás Naughton, Clonark (Months mind)
Thursday 23rd 7pm: Eileen Murray, Crannagh
Friday 24th 9pm: Christmas Eve - Vigil Mass
Saturday 25th 10am: Christmas Day Mass
Saturday 25th 12pm: Christmas Day Mass
Sunday 26th 10am: St. Stephen's Day - John O'Neill, Clonellan
Sunday 26th 12pm: St. Stephen's Day - Tommy Harney, Curraghaleen

Clonown Mass Intentions
Sunday 19th 11am: Margaret Shine, Drumlosh
Friday 24th 9pm: Christmas Eve - Vigil Mass
Saturday 25th 11am: Christmas Day Mass
Sunday 26th 11am: St. Stephen's Day - John Dunning and Michael & Delia Dunning, The Park

Rest in Peace
Gerry Holohan, An Cheathrú Rua, Co. Galway and formerly of Kilmacoo, Athlone (brother of Marilyn Gannon, Lisdillure)
Patrick J. Leavy, England (father of Joan Hughes, Southill, Drum Road)
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a n-anam

Ardkeenan School Concert
On Wednesday 22nd December at 6.30pm in Drum Parish Hall.

Sincere Thanks
To Drum Community Care for the wonderful evening they organised for our Senior Citizens. Their hard work and dedication is much appreciated.

Christmas Envelopes & Parish Calendars
Will be distributed during the week by your local area distributor/collector. Sincere thanks to all the area distributors for their help throughout the year.

Penitential Rite
Including confessions in preparation for Christmas on Monday 20th December at 8pm in Ss. Peter & Paul's Church. A number of priests will be available for confession. Please make a special effort to attend.

Prayer Around The Crib
Will take place in the Friary Hall on Tuesday 21st December beginning with the Rosary at 8.15pm. All welcome.

Goal Mile
The annual Athlone Goal Mile will be held at Athlone GAA Club on Christmas Day. Bring your runners/shoes/slippers from 11.15am until 12.45pm. Run it, walk it or crawl it and donate to a very worthy cause. You'll also receive your certificate of completion and official time.

Remembrance Tree
Organised by the Rotary Club with donations going to Athlone Hospice and The Samaritans. Remember deceased loved ones by attaching a ribbon with their name to the tree with an Ecumenical Service on front of the Civic Centre on Christmas Eve.

Fifty years of St. Aloysius College
We would like to make all past pupils and friends of the school aware of our Jubilee celebrations in 2011. A series of celebratory events to take place throughout the year. We urgently require photographs and memorabilia, particularly from the early years and request your help. All interested check out www.staloysiuscollege.ie or e-mail info@staloysiuscollege.ie or phone 090-6492030. Borrowed material shall be returned.

Drum Bingo
Drum Parish Bingo committee hope to resume bingo on Friday 7th January 2011, and wish to thank all who supported the bingo during 2010.

Beannachtaí na Nollag
Nollag shona do mhuintir an phobail seo uilig, sa bhaile agus ar fud an domhan.
Wishing you and your families every blessing for Christmas and the new year.

Drum Bingo called off for Friday 17 December 2010

Christmas Bingo which was due to be held in Drum Community Centre, Athlone tonight (Friday 17th December) has been called off due to the snow & bad weather.

Drum Parish Bingo Committee hope to resume bingo on Friday 7th January 2011, and wish to thank all who supported the bingo during 2010.

Merry Christmas and we look forward to seeing you in 2011.

Clann na nGael Notes

AGM
Clann na nGael Club AGM now scheduled for Sunday 19th of December @ 5pm in the clubhouse in Johnstown. All members requested to attend. New members welcome.

Scór na nÓg
Clann na nGael competed in three sections at the County Final of Scór na nÓg held at the Dean Crowe Theatre, Athlone on Sunday last, 12th December. Depsite the tremndous effort by all involved, there was to be no silver-wear for our members who competed in Solo Sining, Instrumental Group and Novelty Act.

We would like to thank Ciara Costello who took part in the solo singing, Melissa Moloney, Cian & Evan Cunniffe who made up the music group and equally so those involved in the Novelty Act - Niall Carr, Leah Maloney, Katie Rock and James Milton - all of who put in the hours over the last few weeks and we wouldn't have got there without them. Moreover, we need to thank the mentors and aids of these members: Emmet Durney and Teresa Milton who worked with the Novelty Act; Shane Cunniffe who helped out the music group and Brian Dolan for accompanying Ciara Costello in the Solo Singing. In addition, we should praise Tom O'Connor who taught some steps to the Clann na nGael Figure Dancing Team and to Sean Murray for coaching the Quiz Team who were both unfortunately beaten in the county semi final.
Sincere thanks to everyone who helped out in any way.

Club Lotto
Result from 12/12/2010 held in Connaughton's Bar:1, 2, 6, 11. No winner of €8600. 5 'match 3' winners each receive €40. Next week €8800 in Monahans Bar, Baylough

Roscommon Ladies Minor Division 1A Final
Strokestown 3-17 Clann na nGael 2-6
Clann were beaten in the Minor Division 1A Championship Final in Woodmount on Sunday as holders Strokestown retained the title. The scoreline didn’t reflect the tightness of the match for long periods, and scores were level with a little over 15 minutes remaining but the ‘Town side proceeded to score 1-11 without reply as they took advantage of the stiff breeze on their backs. Clann on their part played some lovely football for periods and lead 1-2 to no score after five minutes and when a Gillian Egan goal levelled matters in the second half, it looked like anyone’s game but that proved to be their final score.

Apart from a bitter breeze, conditions were perfect in Woodmount with the pitch in good order despite the arctic weather gripping the country. Clann got a tonic start when full-forward Niamh O’Brien dispatched a great goal, low into the bottom corner. Rebecca Naughton, Michelle Harney-Nolan, Martina O’Brien and Orla O’neill were winning throughout the first half and Clann added points from Aisling Lennon (2) Niamh O’Brien, Blana Gately, Gillian Egan and Orla O’Neill to trail at the break by a point. But thanks to some good saves from the Strokestown ‘keeper Clann didn’t hammer home their advantage with the breeze and they were to pay for this in the second period.

Strokestown started the second-half the brightest and soon were putting pressure on the Clann defence to go 3 points up. Clann wasted some good possession before Gillian Egan stepped inside her marker to drill a brilliant goal into the far corner from a tight angle. This score looked like it would spark Clann to further glory but within a minute Strokestown regained the lead with a point. At this stage of the match the Strokestown attack were pressurising the Clann defence in possession to good avail, as they tacked on several points before a speculative shot ended up in the back of the net to end any Clann hopes.

Overall Strokestown were the better team but Clann didn’t play up to their potential on the day, not recapturing the performance that beat Strokestown earlier in the competition but still added much to a high standard of football. Well done to the management team of Kevin Naughton, Mary Duffy, Kathleen Doran-Rourke and Niamh Fallon.
Clann na nGael: Katie Ward, Deirdre O’Neill, Rosa Shine, Ciava Dunning, Rebecca Naughton, Caroline O’Neill, Gillian Wall, Martina O’Brien, Orla O’Neill 0-1, Aisling Lennon 0-2, Blana Gately 0-1, Kayleigh Dunning, Michelle Harney-Nolan, Niamh O’Brien 1-1, Gillian Egan 1-1. Subs: Kim Finlass, Aoife McManus, Jennifer Duignan, Saoirse McManus, Ciara Quinn, Marissa Murray, Aoibhin Golden.

GAA Membership Database
The GAA was recently informed that there has been unauthorised access to the GAA membership database. Any member or any parent/guardian with any questions, or who wishes to establish whether data relating to them has been affected by this incident, should contact the Information Line on Lo-Call Number: 1890 987 807 from 8am to 8pm daily.

Newsletter - Sunday 12th December 2010

An Tríú Domhnach den Aidbhint
Third Sunday of Advent

Drum Mass Intentions
Saturday 11th 8pm: Paddy Nicholson, Kilmacormack
Sunday 12th 10am: Paddy & Elizabeth Halligan, Crannaghbeg
Friday 17th 7pm: Mary (Mai) Glynn
Saturday 18th 11am: Kathleen Murray, Crannagh (Months Mind)
Saturday 18th 8pm: Michael Harney, Crannagh
Sunday 19th 10am: Thomas & Elizabeth Lennon, Creggane

Clonown Mass Intentions
Sunday 12th 11am: Johnny Shine, Curnabull and deceased family members
Sunday 19th 11am: Margaret Shine, Drumlosh

Senior Citizens Christmas Party
Drum Community Care invite all Senior Citizens to their annual Mass and Christmas Party on Sunday 12th December commencing at 5pm in the Athlone Springs Hotel, Monksland.

Jumble Sale
Will be held this Sunday 12th December in Monksland Community Centre at 3pm. Please support. Proceeds go to Monksland Foróige.

Monksland Area Christmas Mass
Will be held in Monksland Community Centre on Thursday, 16th December at 8pm. All welcome.

Drum Bingo
Christmas Bingo on Friday 17th December at 8.30pm in Drum Community Centre. Extra prizes to be won on the night. Raffle with hampers and other prizes to be won. Doors open at 8pm, game starts at 8.30pm.

Passionfruit Theatre
Active age night with Christmas Concert for Senior Citizens on Wednesday 15th December at 8pm in the theatre. Refreshments & spot prizes available. Free admission.

Christmas gift idea
Reprint of 'Church of Ss. Peter & Paul, Athlone: An Illustrated History and Guide' by Patrick Murray. The perfect Christmas Present. On sale at: Castle Gift Shop, The Square; Ss. Peter & Paul's Parish Office; The Sacristy; Temple Printing, Arcadia.

Drum Bingo called off for Friday 10 December 2010

In light of the current bad weather, Drum Parish Bingo committee regret to announce that bingo will not go ahead this Friday night, 10 December 2010, at Drum Community Centre, Athlone, Co. Roscommon.

Thank you for your understanding in this regard.

Clann na nGael Notes

Club AGM
Clann na nGael AGM is now scheduled for Sunday 19th December at 5pm in the clubhouse in Johnstown. All members requested to attend. New members welcome.

Club Lotto
Numbers Drawn 3, 9, 12, 18. No winner of €8400. There were ten 'match 3' winners each receive €20: Sinead Molloy c/o Bernie Reilly, Lochlann Fallon c/o Joe Fallon, Pat Fallon c/o Joe Fallon, Alan Bradley c/o Baylough PO, Terri Joyce c/o Eileen Wheelan, Jenny Fletcher c/o Lennon F+V, Seamus O'Neill c/o Teresa Fallon, Mary F Dolan c/o Rita Durney, Kieran Gavin c/o Kieran Gavin, Bridie Kelly c/o Bridie Kelly. Next week's jacpot will be €8600 and the draw will be in Connaughtons.

Newsletter - Sunday 5th December 2010

An Dara Domhnach den Aidbhint
Second Sunday of Advent

Féile Mhuire gan Smál
Feast of the Immaculate Conception

Drum Mass Intentions
Saturday 4th 8pm: Gemma Henry, Clonellan and her deceased granny, Mary Nugent
Sunday 5th 10am: Patrick & Delia Moore, Meehambee
Tuesday 7th 8pm: Johnny Harney, Crannagh
Wednesday 8th 10am (Holy Day): William & Bridget Connaughton, Clonark and deceased family members
Thursday 9th 7pm: Kathleen Brennan, Clonark
Friday 10th 7pm: Maureen Shine
Saturday 11th 8pm: Paddy Nicholson, Kilmacormack
Sunday 12th 10am: Paddy & Elizabeth Halligan, Crannaghbeg

Clonown Mass Intentions
Sunday 5th 11am: P.J. & Mossie Curley and deceased family members
Weds Dec 8th 11am (Holy Day): Kate, John & Mike Gavin, Cappamore
Sunday 12th 11am: Johnny Shine, Curnabull and deceased family members

Feast of the Immaculate Conception
Wednesday 8th December is a holy day of obligation. Mass times:
-Drum: Vigil (Tuesday) 8pm, Wednesday 10am.
-Clonown: Wednesday 11am.
-Ss Peter & Paul's Church: Vigil (Tuesday) 6.30pm, Wednesday 9.30am, 12pm, 6.30pm.

Drum I.C.A.
Monthly meeting will be held in Drum Parish Hall on Tuesday 7th December at 8.30pm. All members please attend and note change of venue.

Senior Citizens Christmas Party
Drum Community Care invite all Senior Citizens to their annual Mass and Christmas Party on Sunday 12th December commencing at 5pm in the Athlone Springs Hotel, Monksland.

Night Vigil
All night vigil to Knock Shrine on Tuesday 7th December. Bus leaving St Peters Square at 8pm. For more information contact Teresa at 086-8062253.

Ireland's Lapland
Ireland's Lapland at Glendeer Pet Farm, Drum is open from now until 23rd December.

Clann na nGael Notes

Club Lotto
Last week's numbers were: 4, 5, 10 and 17. There was no jackpot winner. There were 13 'match 3' winners each receiving €20. Next week.s jackpot will be €8,400 and the draw will be in The Mill.

Scór na nÓg: County Semi-Final
Well done to all who participated in the Scór na nÓg semi finals held in Ballyleague Hall last weekend. Thanks to everyone who helped-out in any way. The standard on the night was fantastic. Congratulations to the following competitors who now go forward to represent Clann na nGael at the county final:
-Solo singing: Ciara Costello;
-Instrumental Music Group: Melissa Maloney, Cian Cunniffe and Evan Cunniffe;
-Novelty Act: Katie Rock, Leah Moloney, James Milton and Niall Carr.
Hard luck to the following participants who did not make it to the county final:
-Quiz team: Darragh Lennon, Patrick Harney and Cian Mc Manus;
-Figure Dancers: Caireann McGoldrick, Aine Connaughton, Clodagh Berryman, Aisling McGoldrick, Aoife McGoldrick, Catherine O’Neill, Rachel Johnson, Sinead Connughton and Laura Johnson.

Scór na nÓg: County Final Tickets
The County Finals of the Scór na nÓg Championships take place in the Dean Crowe Theatre, Athlone on Sunday December 12th at 1pm. This is strictly an all-ticket event and tickets are available at the Dean Crowe Box Office or online at www.deancrowetheatre.com. Last year, tickets were sold out two weeks in advance of the final so the organisers are advising patrons who intend going to the final, regardless of their Club being involved, to buy their ticket now to avoid disappointment. We hope that here will be good support on the day for all our competitors. Best of luck to all on the day.

Club AGM
Clann na nGael AGM previously fixed for Friday 3rd December had to be postponed due to the weather. Refix details to follow later.

Minor Board AGM
A large crowd attended the Minor Board AGM recently. The following positions were filled: Chairman Gerry Shine; Secretary Anthony Forde; Treasurer Padraig Seery; Vice Chairman Ultan Harney; Asst Secretary Darragh Egan; Asst Treasurer Emmet Kenny; Scór Maureen Cunuiffe; Minor Manager Eamon Harney; U16 Manager Paul Whyte; U14 Manager Joey Connaughton; U12 Manager Tony Henry; U10 Manager Keith Gavin; U8 Manager Anthony Mc Manus.

Keep Well & Warm

Please check on elderly neighbours to ensure that they are safe. If you have any concerns contact the Gardaí.

Cold weather can be a problem for anyone, especially older people, children, people with a disability and those with long-term illness. The Keep Well & Warm website brings together all the information and support available to householders who may experience difficulties keeping well and warm during winter.

Age Action suggests the following advice for older people during this cold weather:

• Dress correctly by wearing multiple layers of thin clothing rather than one thick layer
• Remain active and don't stay sitting for long periods
• Spread your chores throughout the day to ensure to keep moving
• Exercise daily but avoid ice
• Eat well and have at least one hot meal a day. Sip hot drinks. Keep a flask of hot drink by the bed, in case you wake up cold
• Stock up on provisions in case there is icy weather and you cannot go out
• Seal gaps around windows and doors
• If you have not already received the winter flu vaccination from your doctor, make an appointment to do so.
• Remain in daily telephone contact with friends and relatives, and older people who are house-bound.

General Advice:

• Listen to local radio. Check weather forecast.
• Be careful when walking or driving on compacted snow — it may have turned to ice.
• Wear good footwear to avoid slips
• Check on vulnerable neighbours.

Useful Links:
Roscommon County Council - Severe Weather Information

Office of Emergency Planning - Advice and Information

Clann na nGael AGM postponed

In light of the bad weather forecast for Friday and the exceptionally poor condition for the roads, Clann na nGael have decided to postpone the Club AGM until a later date.

Drum Bingo called off for Friday 3 December 2010

In light of the current bad weather, Drum Parish Bingo committee regret to announce that bingo will not go ahead this Friday night, 3 December 2010, at Drum Community Centre, Athlone, Co. Roscommon.

Thank you for your understanding in this regard.