Domhnach Cásca
Easter Sunday
Drum Mass Intentions
Saturday 30th 8pm: Holy Saturday - Easter Vigil - People of the Parish
Sunday 31st 10am: Easter Sunday - People of the Parish
Tuesday 2nd 7pm: Martin Kelly, Clonbulia
Wednesday 3rd 7pm: Catherine Higgins, Curryroe
Thursday 4th 7pm: Philomena Duignan, Ardkeenan
Friday 5th 7pm: Lena Murray, Clonellan
Saturday 6th 10.30am: Anthony Coyle, Ennis (brother of Sean Coyle, Ardkeenan)
Saturday 6th 8pm: Pat & Margaret Lennon, Clonellan
Sunday 7th 10am: Joe Lennon, Ardkeenan
Clonown Mass Intentions
Saturday 30th 8pm: Holy Saturday - Easter Vigil
Sunday 31st 11am: Easter Sunday - Ann & Tom O'Brien, Oldtown
Sunday 7th 11am: Mass
Rest In Peace
John Joe Mears, Curryroe, Drum
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam
Beannachtaí na Cásca - Easter Blessings
The Priests of the Parish wish all our parishioners, and all who attend our churches, a very happy and peaceful Easter.
Go raibh maith agat - Thank you
The Parish is indebted to all the good people who gave of their time and energy to make our Holy Week Ceremonies worthy of the occasion. We thank most sincerely all who took part in the ceremonies, Eucharistic ministers, readers, choirs, altar servers, sacristans and all those involved in any way.
Drum I.C.A.
Monthly meeting on Tuesday 2nd April at 8.30pm in Drum Community Centre.
Coffee Morning
A coffee morning in aid of Sr. Helena McEvilly’s Mission in Nigeria will be held in Drum Parish Hall after the 10am mass on Sunday 7th April. Your support would be very much appreciated.
Farm Plastic Collection
There will be a collection of waste silage plastic at Joe Duffy's Lakeland Enterprise Centre, Ballydangan (Moore turn) on Monday 8th April between 9am and 5pm. For further information contact: FRS Network 071-9662781 or 086-2521699.
Clonown Community Centre AGM
The Annual General Meeting of Clonown Community Centre Committee will take place on Tuesday 9th April at 8.30pm.
Clonown Church Refurbishment Collection
Thanks to the generosity of the people from Clonown and surrounding areas and friends of Clonown, the second collection for the church refurbishment will finish on Easter Sunday. However, people can still give donations towards seats in the church. It has been suggested that there will be a second collection for the month of April, the proceeds of which will go towards the maintenance of the graveyard, as funding from Roscommon County Council has been drastically reduced.
Clonown Community Alert
Clonown branch of Community Alert wish to thank all those who contributed to the recent church collection. A total of €175 was raised. Community Alert is under the umbrella of Muintir na Tíre but the money collected in Clonown will go towards providing alarms etc in the Clonown area.
Clonown 10K Run and Walk
The 4th annual 10K run/walk will take place in Clonown on Sunday 28 April. A generous prize fund exists and there will be spot prizes on the day. The same 10K route will be used as last year but in reverse order, which means the finishing line will be at the community centre, where the renowned tea, sandwiches and hospitality will be available after the race. The routes are very flat through beautiful countryside and are ideal for those aiming for a personal best or those completing their first 5k or 10k run. Starting times as follows: 1.30pm for 10K walk; 2.30pm for 5K run; 3pm for 10k run. Please allow at least 30 minutes to register before the start. Online regitration and further details on www.clonown.com.
Cycle for Fun
In association with Roscommon Sports Partnership. Training every Sunday morning at 10am sharp from Clann na nGael club house, Johnstown. All ages catered for.
Reminder: Charity Tax Relief forms
Please return your completed form for 2012 to the Parish Office as soon as possible. If you have mislaid the form or did not receive the relevant documentation, please contact the Parish Office at 090-6492171 or in Drum 090-6437125. Many thanks for the positive response so far.
Course for Ministers of the Eucharist
A course for new and existing ministers will take place in St Peter's N.S. Hall, Lyster Street for 4 successive Tuesday evenings beginning on Tuesday 9th April from 8-9.30pm.
Clonown notices from www.clonown.com
Sunday 31 March 2013
Sunday 24 March 2013
Newsletter - Sunday 24th March 2013
Domhnach na Pailme agus An tSeachtain Mhór
Palm Sunday and Holy Week
Drum Mass Intentions
Saturday 23rd 8pm: James Henry, Mount Florence
Sunday 24th 10am: John Duffy, Clonark
Monday 25th 7pm: John (Cal) & Mary McManus, Nure
Tuesday 26th 8pm: Holy Hour
Wednesday 27th 7pm: Mike Watson, late of Ardkeenan, followed by Rosary and Benediction
Thursday 28th 8pm: Holy Thursday - Our Lord's Supper - People of the Parish
Friday 29th 3pm: Good Friday - Passion of Our Lord
Friday 29th 7.30pm: Prayer around the Cross
Saturday 30th 8pm: Holy Saturday - Easter Vigil - People of the Parish
Sunday 31st 10am: Easter Sunday - People of the Parish
Clonown Mass Intentions
Sunday 24th 11am: Deceased members of the Shine Family, late of Cunny and Buggane
Thursday 28th 8pm: Holy Thursday - Our Lord's Supper
Friday 29th 3pm: Good Friday - Passion of Our Lord
Saturday 30th 8pm: Holy Saturday - Easter Vigil
Sunday 31st 11am: Easter Sunday - Ann & Tom O'Brien, Oldtown
Baptism
Benjamin Charles Durney
Kate-Anne Maura Durney
Céad míle fáilte! Congratulations to their parents.
Rest In Peace
Sr. Mary Gemma Grenham, late of Clonown
Lily Barrett, Coolderry, Ballinasloe (sister of John Murray, Creggane)
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a n-anam
Clonown Country Market
Sunday 24th March from 11.30am-4.30pm. Lots of new and nearly new items. Proceeds of table hire and raffle go to IHCPT to bring children with special needs to Lourdes.
Penitential Rite
A number of priests will be available for individual confessions at the penance service on Monday 25th March at 8pm in Ss. Peter & Paul's Church.
Progressive 25 Card Game
In aid of Drum Apostolic Work will be held in the Clann na nGael Clubhouse, Johnstown on Monday 25th March at 9pm. Food Hampers and many other prizes. Please support our Missionaries.
Outdoor Stations of the Cross
On Good Friday 29th March starting at 12 noon from St. Mary's Church, through the streets of Athlone and finishing at Ss. Peter & Paul's Church.
Easter Bingo in Drum this Good Friday night
Drum Bingo will host an Easter special in Drum Community Centre on Good Friday night at 8.30pm. Doors open at 8pm. Usual cash prizes to be won, plus 24 Easter Eggs to be given away on the night. Monster raffle also. Everybody welcome.
Easter Envelopes and Easter Cards
Will be distributed to each home in the parish during the coming week by your local area collector/distributor. Your continued generosity is greatly appreciated.
Cycle for Fun
In association with Roscommon Sports Partnership. Training every Sunday morning at 10am sharp from Clann na nGael club house, Johnstown. All ages catered for.
Reminder: Charity Tax Relief forms
Please return your completed form for 2012 to the Parish Office as soon as possible. If you have mislaid the form or did not receive the relevant documentation, please contact the Parish Office at 090-6492171 or in Drum 090-6437125. Many thanks for the positive response so far.
Course for Ministers of the Eucharist
A course for new and existing ministers will take place in St Peter's N.S. Hall, Lyster Street for 4 successive Tuesday evenings beginning on Tuesday 9th April from 8-9.30pm.
Palm Sunday and Holy Week
Drum Mass Intentions
Saturday 23rd 8pm: James Henry, Mount Florence
Sunday 24th 10am: John Duffy, Clonark
Monday 25th 7pm: John (Cal) & Mary McManus, Nure
Tuesday 26th 8pm: Holy Hour
Wednesday 27th 7pm: Mike Watson, late of Ardkeenan, followed by Rosary and Benediction
Thursday 28th 8pm: Holy Thursday - Our Lord's Supper - People of the Parish
Friday 29th 3pm: Good Friday - Passion of Our Lord
Friday 29th 7.30pm: Prayer around the Cross
Saturday 30th 8pm: Holy Saturday - Easter Vigil - People of the Parish
Sunday 31st 10am: Easter Sunday - People of the Parish
Clonown Mass Intentions
Sunday 24th 11am: Deceased members of the Shine Family, late of Cunny and Buggane
Thursday 28th 8pm: Holy Thursday - Our Lord's Supper
Friday 29th 3pm: Good Friday - Passion of Our Lord
Saturday 30th 8pm: Holy Saturday - Easter Vigil
Sunday 31st 11am: Easter Sunday - Ann & Tom O'Brien, Oldtown
Baptism
Benjamin Charles Durney
Kate-Anne Maura Durney
Céad míle fáilte! Congratulations to their parents.
Rest In Peace
Sr. Mary Gemma Grenham, late of Clonown
Lily Barrett, Coolderry, Ballinasloe (sister of John Murray, Creggane)
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a n-anam
Clonown Country Market
Sunday 24th March from 11.30am-4.30pm. Lots of new and nearly new items. Proceeds of table hire and raffle go to IHCPT to bring children with special needs to Lourdes.
Penitential Rite
A number of priests will be available for individual confessions at the penance service on Monday 25th March at 8pm in Ss. Peter & Paul's Church.
Progressive 25 Card Game
In aid of Drum Apostolic Work will be held in the Clann na nGael Clubhouse, Johnstown on Monday 25th March at 9pm. Food Hampers and many other prizes. Please support our Missionaries.
Outdoor Stations of the Cross
On Good Friday 29th March starting at 12 noon from St. Mary's Church, through the streets of Athlone and finishing at Ss. Peter & Paul's Church.
Easter Bingo in Drum this Good Friday night
Drum Bingo will host an Easter special in Drum Community Centre on Good Friday night at 8.30pm. Doors open at 8pm. Usual cash prizes to be won, plus 24 Easter Eggs to be given away on the night. Monster raffle also. Everybody welcome.
Easter Envelopes and Easter Cards
Will be distributed to each home in the parish during the coming week by your local area collector/distributor. Your continued generosity is greatly appreciated.
Cycle for Fun
In association with Roscommon Sports Partnership. Training every Sunday morning at 10am sharp from Clann na nGael club house, Johnstown. All ages catered for.
Reminder: Charity Tax Relief forms
Please return your completed form for 2012 to the Parish Office as soon as possible. If you have mislaid the form or did not receive the relevant documentation, please contact the Parish Office at 090-6492171 or in Drum 090-6437125. Many thanks for the positive response so far.
Course for Ministers of the Eucharist
A course for new and existing ministers will take place in St Peter's N.S. Hall, Lyster Street for 4 successive Tuesday evenings beginning on Tuesday 9th April from 8-9.30pm.
Sunday 17 March 2013
Newsletter - Sunday 17th March 2013
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St. Patrick's Day
Drum Mass Intentions
Saturday 16th 8pm: Stella Brockman (nee O’Neill) and sister Maura, Mount Hussey
Sunday 17th 10am - St. Patrick's Day: P.J. Lawless, Cornafulla South
Monday 18th 7pm: Thomas & Mary Ann Naughton, Doohan
Tuesday 19th 7.30pm: Confirmation Programme
Thursday 21st 7pm: Pake, Molly & Thomas Kenny, Johnstown, followed by Rosary and Benediction
Friday 22nd 8pm: Rockfield / South Hill Station Mass in the home of Tommy and Eileen Moran
Saturday 23rd 10.30am: Clonellan Station Mass in the home of Séan and Mary Grenham
Saturday 23rd 8pm: James Henry, Mount Florence
Sunday 24th 10am: John Duffy, Clonark
Clonown Mass Intentions
Sunday 17th 11am - St. Patrick's Day: Mary Henry, Carricknaughton
Sunday 24th 11am: Deceased members of the Shine Family, late of Cunny and Buggane
Monksland Area Mass
Thursday 21st March at 8pm in Monksland Community Centre. All welcome.
Baptism
Garry John Naughton
Céad míle fáilte! Congratulations to his parents.
Rest In Peace
Ciss (Bridget) Galvin (née Harney), Duogue
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam
Lá Fhéile Pádraig i mBaile Átha Luain
Athlone St. Patrick's Day Events
Parade starts at 2.30pm from Golden Island, led by Athlone Army Band and Midland Vintage Cars. Music entertainment and buskers through the parade. Children's magic show in the Civic Square from 3.15-4.15pm. Bouncing Castle 2-4pm.
Alcohol/Drugs Talk
An evening of positive talk about alcohol/drugs with questions and answers session for St. Aloysius' and Summerhill TY and 5th year students and their parents, on Tuesday 19th March at 7.13pm in St. Aloysius' College.
Samaritans - Volunteers
Have you 3 hours per week to spare? Could you be a Samaritans volunteer? Athlone Midlands Samaritans are holding an information evening for prospective new volunteers in Shamrock Lodge Hotel at 8pm on Tuesday 19th March. For further information contact athlonesamsvolunteering@gmail.com
Bowling Night for Cornafulla School
Cornafulla N.S. Parents Association are holding a Bowling Night in Athlone Leisure World on Friday 22nd March. Team of 4 costs €40. Choose from the following time slots 7.45, 8.30, 9.15. 10.00. Contact Leslie 087-7740123 or Tony 086-1751163 to book place. Your support would be greatly appreciated.
Drum Heritage Table Quiz
Annual table quiz on Friday 22nd March at 8.30pm in Shamrock Lodge Hotel. Table of 4: €40. Teams and individuals welcome. A great night assured.
Monksland Active Age
Enjoy a mornings relaxation in Monksland Community Centre every Thursday morning at 10.30am. Meet friends, have a chat, craic, dancing, music and storytelling. Organised day trips during the year. Would love new members and new ideas. Morning ends at approx. 12.30 with tea and home-made scones. See you there.
Holy Hour
The next holy hour in Drum will be held on Tuesday 26th March. More details to follow.
Rehab People of the Year Awards
The closing date for nominations is 21 March, which is only a few days away. This is an ideal opportunity to recognise voluntary contributions of people in our community and recognise them. We are blessed in Athlone that there are so many people who give of their time to charities, to sports clubs, to arts groups, to community organisations and to neighbours. You can nominate anyone who you think should be recognised for their contribution to our community, to a person, whom you think makes a difference to peoples lives. The nomination can be done on line at www.westmeathindependent.ie/peopleoftheyear or you can fill in the form in the Westmeath Independent or pick up a form at the back of the church.
Adult Literacy Tutor Training Course
Volunteers required to continue this good work. For further information contact by email: adultliteracysouth@westmeathvec.ie or phone 086-1731931.
Athlone Multiple Sclerosis Society
Church gate collection will take place on weekend of Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th March. Your support would be greatly appreciated.
St. Hilda's Services
Annual church gate collection will take place on Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st March at all masses. Your support would be greatly appreciated.
RUAH Youth Prayer Meeting
Meeting on Friday 22nd March from 8-9.30pm consists of prayer through music, times of silence, and a reflection on scripture from Deacon Frank McGuinness, Elphin Diocesan Youth Director. All are welcome.
Thank You
Dean Kelly N.S. would like to thank sincerely all those who supported their recent cake sale. A total of €970 was collected.
Course for Ministers of the Eucharist
A course for new and existing ministers will take place in St Peter's N.S. Hall, Lyster Street for 4 successive Tuesday evenings beginning on Tuesday 9th April from 8-9.30pm.
Lenten Prayer Groups
Every Tuesday during Lent at the following locations and times:
-Tearmon Micheál at 10.15am;
-Monksland Community Centre at 7pm;
-The Presbytery, Deerpark Road at 8pm.
Stations of the Cross every Wednesday morning during Lent at 9am in Ss. Peter & Paul's Church.
Trócaire Lenten Campaign
Envelopes containing Trócaire Fast Boxes are available at the back of the churches. Every home is asked to bring one and support Trócaire in helping people to make a living so that they can escape poverty.
Sunday 10 March 2013
Newsletter - Sunday 10th March 2013
Drum Mass Intentions
Saturday 9th 8pm: Edward McManus, parents John & Margaret, Nure
Sunday 10th 10am: Mary Duignan, Clonbulia
Tuesday 12th 7pm: Kathleen Greene, Doohan
Tuesday 12th 7.30pm: First Confession for the children of Ardkeenan N.S. & Cornafulla N.S.
Wednesday 13th 7.30pm: John Martin & Rita Kenny, late of Clontuskert, followed by Rosary and Benediction
Wednesday 13th 8pm: Ardnanure, Clonrulla and Curraghaleen Station Mass in the home of Eamon & Kathleen Harney
Thursday 14th 7pm: Phobe Duignan, Doohan
Friday 15th 7pm: Martin O’Rourke, Rathpeak
Friday 15th 8pm: Crannaghmore Station Mass in the home of Jodie & Caroline Harney
Saturday 16th 8pm: Stella Brockman (nee O’Neill) and sister Maura, Mount Hussey
Sunday 17th 10am: P.J. Lawless, Cornafulla South
Clonown Mass Intentions
Sunday 10th 11am: Johnny, Annie, Patrick & Elizabeth Egan, Curraghnaboll
Sunday 17th 11am: Mary Henry, Carricknaughton
Rest In Peace
Anthony Keane, Coosan (brother-in-law of Peader Killian, Cramcan)
Patrick Browne, Drumraney (brother of Dick Browne, Meehambee)
Bridie Hughes, Castlesampson, Bealnamulla
Seán Flynn, Ballydangan
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a n-anam
Samaritans - Volunteers
Have you 3 hours per week to spare? Could you be a Samaritans volunteer? Athlone Midlands Samaritans are holding information evenings for prospective new volunteers in Shamrock Lodge Hotel at 8pm on Wednesday 13th and Tuesday 19th March. For further information contact athlonesamsvolunteering@gmail.com
Irish Music and Sean-nós Dancing
Athlone Library will be celebrating Seachtain na Gaeilge on Friday 15th March from 3pm, with music by Tony Dunne and friends followed by a display of sean-nós dancing by the Dully family of Clonbonny. Please tell your friends and come along to enjoy the entertainment!
Maidin Caife agus Comhrá
Seolfar ciorcal comhrá nua le linn maidin caife i dTeach Chiaráin, Cearnóg Mhuire, Baile Átha Luain Dé Sathairn an 16 Márta ó 11 r.n. - 1 i.n.. D'éirigh go maith leis an oíche scannáin an tseachtain seo caite agus cuirfidh an mhaidin caife deireadh le ceiliúradh Sheachtain na Gaeilge. Is féidir tuilleadh eolais a fháil ó Ghaeilge Átha Luain nó tar chuig an maidin caife. Beidh míle fáilte romhat.
Coffee and comhrá morning
A new 'ciorcal comhrá' (Irish conversation group) will be launched with a coffee morning this Saturday 16th March from 11am-1pm in St. Ciarán's House, St. Mary's Square, Athlone. The coffee morning follows the successful Irish film night held last week and marks the end of Seachtain na Gaeilge. Further details available from Gaeilge Átha Luain or just come along to the coffee morning. Beidh míle fáilte romhat - all are welcome.
SVP Paddy Run
The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul (SVP) 'Paddy Run' is a 10k run or 5km walk on St Patrick's Day, Sunday 17th March. Starting at 10am from Athlone Regional Sports Centre. Register online at www.racedates.ie or register on the morning. Come out and support your local SVP.
Alcohol/Drugs Talk
An evening of positive talk about alcohol/drugs with questions and answers session for St. Aloysius' and Summerhill TY and 5th year students and their parents, on Tuesday 19th March at 7.13pm in St. Aloysius' College.
St. Hilda's Services
Annual church gate collection will take place on Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st March at all masses. Your support would be greatly appreciated.
Thank You
Irish Wheelchair Association, Athlone wish to thank sincerely all who supported their recent church gate collection.
'Big Bother Big Sister' Volunteers
Foróige's Big Bother Big Sister program is seeking male and female adult volunteers who can share 1-2 hours per week with a young person. Please contact Louise on 086-8596879 for more information.
Lenten Prayer Groups
Every Tuesday during Lent at the following locations and times:
-Tearmon Micheál at 10.15am;
-Monksland Community Centre at 7pm;
-The Presbytery, Deerpark Road at 8pm.
Each Wednesday during Lent, The Rosary and Benediction will be offered after the evening mass in Drum for all who are sick in our parish.
Stations of the Cross every Wednesday morning during Lent at 9am in Ss. Peter & Paul's Church.
Trócaire Lenten Campaign
Envelopes containing Trócaire Fast Boxes are available at the back of the churches. Every home is asked to bring one and support Trócaire in helping people to make a living so that they can escape poverty.
Spring Stations
Those who wish to host a station mass in their home this spring are invited to contact Drum Parish Office to book a date and time. The stations have been a tradition in the parish for generations and it would be lovely to see the tradition continue and restored for generations to come.
Pilgrimage to Medjugorje
Ss. Peter & Paul's Parish Pilgrimage to Medjugorje from June 29th to July 6th 2013. Spiritual Director: Fr. John McManus. Contact G Kinneavy at 087-2249621 or Mary Mulligan at 090-6492045 or 087-2936933.
Athlone Toastmasters
The next meeting will be on Tuesday 12/03/2013, 8.15pm, in The Prince of Wales Hotel. Please feel free to visit athlonetoastmasters.org or to contact Martina (martinabreen@mac.com or 087-3296366) All welcome: there is no need to be a member to attend. Just walk in, improve your confidence and your public speaking skills.
Eucharistic Adoration
Please consider a weekly hour of prayer. Adorers needed for Tuesday 2am, Wednesday 3pm, Thursday 1am, 8am, 11pm, Friday 11pm, Saturday 2pm, Please contact Liturgical Centre, Castle Street: 090-6498755.
Saturday 9th 8pm: Edward McManus, parents John & Margaret, Nure
Sunday 10th 10am: Mary Duignan, Clonbulia
Tuesday 12th 7pm: Kathleen Greene, Doohan
Tuesday 12th 7.30pm: First Confession for the children of Ardkeenan N.S. & Cornafulla N.S.
Wednesday 13th 7.30pm: John Martin & Rita Kenny, late of Clontuskert, followed by Rosary and Benediction
Wednesday 13th 8pm: Ardnanure, Clonrulla and Curraghaleen Station Mass in the home of Eamon & Kathleen Harney
Thursday 14th 7pm: Phobe Duignan, Doohan
Friday 15th 7pm: Martin O’Rourke, Rathpeak
Friday 15th 8pm: Crannaghmore Station Mass in the home of Jodie & Caroline Harney
Saturday 16th 8pm: Stella Brockman (nee O’Neill) and sister Maura, Mount Hussey
Sunday 17th 10am: P.J. Lawless, Cornafulla South
Clonown Mass Intentions
Sunday 10th 11am: Johnny, Annie, Patrick & Elizabeth Egan, Curraghnaboll
Sunday 17th 11am: Mary Henry, Carricknaughton
Rest In Peace
Anthony Keane, Coosan (brother-in-law of Peader Killian, Cramcan)
Patrick Browne, Drumraney (brother of Dick Browne, Meehambee)
Bridie Hughes, Castlesampson, Bealnamulla
Seán Flynn, Ballydangan
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a n-anam
Samaritans - Volunteers
Have you 3 hours per week to spare? Could you be a Samaritans volunteer? Athlone Midlands Samaritans are holding information evenings for prospective new volunteers in Shamrock Lodge Hotel at 8pm on Wednesday 13th and Tuesday 19th March. For further information contact athlonesamsvolunteering@gmail.com
Irish Music and Sean-nós Dancing
Athlone Library will be celebrating Seachtain na Gaeilge on Friday 15th March from 3pm, with music by Tony Dunne and friends followed by a display of sean-nós dancing by the Dully family of Clonbonny. Please tell your friends and come along to enjoy the entertainment!
Maidin Caife agus Comhrá
Seolfar ciorcal comhrá nua le linn maidin caife i dTeach Chiaráin, Cearnóg Mhuire, Baile Átha Luain Dé Sathairn an 16 Márta ó 11 r.n. - 1 i.n.. D'éirigh go maith leis an oíche scannáin an tseachtain seo caite agus cuirfidh an mhaidin caife deireadh le ceiliúradh Sheachtain na Gaeilge. Is féidir tuilleadh eolais a fháil ó Ghaeilge Átha Luain nó tar chuig an maidin caife. Beidh míle fáilte romhat.
Coffee and comhrá morning
A new 'ciorcal comhrá' (Irish conversation group) will be launched with a coffee morning this Saturday 16th March from 11am-1pm in St. Ciarán's House, St. Mary's Square, Athlone. The coffee morning follows the successful Irish film night held last week and marks the end of Seachtain na Gaeilge. Further details available from Gaeilge Átha Luain or just come along to the coffee morning. Beidh míle fáilte romhat - all are welcome.
SVP Paddy Run
The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul (SVP) 'Paddy Run' is a 10k run or 5km walk on St Patrick's Day, Sunday 17th March. Starting at 10am from Athlone Regional Sports Centre. Register online at www.racedates.ie or register on the morning. Come out and support your local SVP.
Alcohol/Drugs Talk
An evening of positive talk about alcohol/drugs with questions and answers session for St. Aloysius' and Summerhill TY and 5th year students and their parents, on Tuesday 19th March at 7.13pm in St. Aloysius' College.
St. Hilda's Services
Annual church gate collection will take place on Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st March at all masses. Your support would be greatly appreciated.
Thank You
Irish Wheelchair Association, Athlone wish to thank sincerely all who supported their recent church gate collection.
'Big Bother Big Sister' Volunteers
Foróige's Big Bother Big Sister program is seeking male and female adult volunteers who can share 1-2 hours per week with a young person. Please contact Louise on 086-8596879 for more information.
Lenten Prayer Groups
Every Tuesday during Lent at the following locations and times:
-Tearmon Micheál at 10.15am;
-Monksland Community Centre at 7pm;
-The Presbytery, Deerpark Road at 8pm.
Each Wednesday during Lent, The Rosary and Benediction will be offered after the evening mass in Drum for all who are sick in our parish.
Stations of the Cross every Wednesday morning during Lent at 9am in Ss. Peter & Paul's Church.
Trócaire Lenten Campaign
Envelopes containing Trócaire Fast Boxes are available at the back of the churches. Every home is asked to bring one and support Trócaire in helping people to make a living so that they can escape poverty.
Spring Stations
Those who wish to host a station mass in their home this spring are invited to contact Drum Parish Office to book a date and time. The stations have been a tradition in the parish for generations and it would be lovely to see the tradition continue and restored for generations to come.
Pilgrimage to Medjugorje
Ss. Peter & Paul's Parish Pilgrimage to Medjugorje from June 29th to July 6th 2013. Spiritual Director: Fr. John McManus. Contact G Kinneavy at 087-2249621 or Mary Mulligan at 090-6492045 or 087-2936933.
Athlone Toastmasters
The next meeting will be on Tuesday 12/03/2013, 8.15pm, in The Prince of Wales Hotel. Please feel free to visit athlonetoastmasters.org or to contact Martina (martinabreen@mac.com or 087-3296366) All welcome: there is no need to be a member to attend. Just walk in, improve your confidence and your public speaking skills.
Eucharistic Adoration
Please consider a weekly hour of prayer. Adorers needed for Tuesday 2am, Wednesday 3pm, Thursday 1am, 8am, 11pm, Friday 11pm, Saturday 2pm, Please contact Liturgical Centre, Castle Street: 090-6498755.
Sunday 3 March 2013
Newsletter - Sunday 3rd March 2013
Drum Mass Intentions
Saturday 2nd 8pm: Margaret Macken, Creggane
Sunday 3rd 10am: Thomas & Mary Ann Harney, Doohan
Tuesday 5th 7pm: Trisha Moore, Meehambee
Wednesday 6th 7pm: Michael Hynes, Drumlosh followed by Rosary and Benediction
Thursday 7th 7pm: Maisie Griffin, Clonbulia
Friday 8th 7pm: Mary Ellen Whyte and Mattie Redmond, Thomastown
Friday 8th 8pm: Doohan Station Mass in the home of Donal & Maureen Harney
Saturday 9th 10.30am: Kathleen Naughton, Doohan (Month’s Mind)
Saturday 9th 8pm: Edward McManus, parents John & Margaret, Nure
Sunday 10th 10am: Mary Duignan, Clonbulia
Clonown Mass Intentions
Sunday 3rd 11am: Martin & Bridie Shine, Drumlosh
Sunday 10th 11am: Johnny, Annie, Patrick & Elizabeth Egan, Curraghnaboll
Rest In Peace
Sr. Carmel Keogh, Dublin and Cuilmore, Taughmaconnell (aunt of James McManus, Cuilmore and Willie McManus, Ardnanure)
Kitty Crehan (née Keogh), The Park, Deerpark, Athlone
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a n-anam
Drum I.C.A.
Monthly meeting in Drum Community Centre on Tuesday 5th March at 8.15pm sharp. All members are requested to attend. HSE social worker Eileen Scott will give a talk on bereavement.
Drum Heritage Group
Important committee meeting on Tuesday 5th March at 8.30pm in the heritage centre. Discussion on the McManus Gathering in Drum. Date for you diary: Annual Table Quiz in the Shamrock Lodge hotel on Friday 22nd march at 8.30pm. A great night assured.
Drum Clonown Community Games
Art/Model making will take place on Friday 8th March from 6–8pm in Johnstown Club House for boys and girls u-8 upwards. Children must bring their own materials, paper will be supplied.
Drum Art Group
Exhibition in 'Crumbles and Creams' coffee shop, Ballinasloe. Over 30 paintings on display at affordable prices. Please support.
'Big Bother Big Sister' Volunteers
Foróige's Big Bother Big Sister program is seeking male and female adult volunteers who can share 1-2 hours per week with a young person. Please contact Louise on 086-8596879 for more information.
Oíche Scannáin
Taispeántas scannáin á reáchtáil ag Coláiste Gaeilge, Áth Luain mar chuid de Sheachtain na Gaeilge 2013. Dé Céadaoin, an 6 Márta 2013, 7.30 i.n. i dTeach Chiaráin, Cearnóg Mhuire, Áth Luain. Míle fáilte romhat! Bígí linn!
Irish Flim Night
Irish Film Night as part of Seachtain na Gaeilge 2013 on Wednesday 6th March at 7.30pm in St. Ciarán's House, St. Mary's Sqaure, Athlone. Míle fáilte romhat! Bígí linn!
Bring & Buy Cake Sale
On Wednesday 6th March from 11am-2pm in Dean Kelly N.S., The Batteries, Athlone. Everyone welcome for a cuppa and to see our newly refurbished school.
Dr. Steven's Resource Centre
New location on the first floor, Block A, Irishtown Central, Athlone (beside €2 shop). Now taking bookings for various courses. Phone 090-6473001 for further details.
Athlone Musical Society presents Oklahoma!
In the Dean Crowe Theatre from Saturday 2nd to Saturday 9th March at 8pm nightly, with matinee on Sunday 3rd at 4.30pm. Tickets from €11 to €19. For further details and bookings contact 090-6492129.
Thank You
The Society of African Missions (SMA) is very grateful to the parishioners of Ss. Peter & Paul, Athlone for the welcome and support given during the recent Mission Awareness weekend. The donations received for the missionary work of the SMA in Africa came to €1,252.50. Thank you all very much for your kindness and generous response.
Lenten Prayer Groups
Every Tuesday during Lent at the following locations and times:
-Tearmon Micheál at 10.15am;
-Monksland Community Centre at 7pm;
-The Presbytery, Deerpark Road at 8pm.
Each Wednesday during Lent, The Rosary and Benediction will be offered after the evening mass in Drum for all who are sick in our parish.
Stations of the Cross every Wednesday morning during Lent at 9am in Ss. Peter & Paul's Church.
Trócaire Lenten Campaign
Envelopes containing Trócaire Fast Boxes are available at the back of the churches. Every home is asked to bring one and support Trócaire in helping people to make a living so that they can escape poverty.
Spring Stations
Those who wish to host a station mass in their home this spring are invited to contact Drum Parish Office to book a date and time. The stations have been a tradition in the parish for generations and it would be lovely to see the tradition continue and restored for generations to come.
Pilgrimage to Medjugorje
Ss. Peter & Paul's Parish Pilgrimage to Medjugorje from June 29th to July 6th 2013. Spiritual Director: Fr. John McManus. Contact G Kinneavy at 087-2249621 or Mary Mulligan at 090-6492045 or 087-2936933.
Saturday 2nd 8pm: Margaret Macken, Creggane
Sunday 3rd 10am: Thomas & Mary Ann Harney, Doohan
Tuesday 5th 7pm: Trisha Moore, Meehambee
Wednesday 6th 7pm: Michael Hynes, Drumlosh followed by Rosary and Benediction
Thursday 7th 7pm: Maisie Griffin, Clonbulia
Friday 8th 7pm: Mary Ellen Whyte and Mattie Redmond, Thomastown
Friday 8th 8pm: Doohan Station Mass in the home of Donal & Maureen Harney
Saturday 9th 10.30am: Kathleen Naughton, Doohan (Month’s Mind)
Saturday 9th 8pm: Edward McManus, parents John & Margaret, Nure
Sunday 10th 10am: Mary Duignan, Clonbulia
Clonown Mass Intentions
Sunday 3rd 11am: Martin & Bridie Shine, Drumlosh
Sunday 10th 11am: Johnny, Annie, Patrick & Elizabeth Egan, Curraghnaboll
Rest In Peace
Sr. Carmel Keogh, Dublin and Cuilmore, Taughmaconnell (aunt of James McManus, Cuilmore and Willie McManus, Ardnanure)
Kitty Crehan (née Keogh), The Park, Deerpark, Athlone
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a n-anam
Drum I.C.A.
Monthly meeting in Drum Community Centre on Tuesday 5th March at 8.15pm sharp. All members are requested to attend. HSE social worker Eileen Scott will give a talk on bereavement.
Drum Heritage Group
Important committee meeting on Tuesday 5th March at 8.30pm in the heritage centre. Discussion on the McManus Gathering in Drum. Date for you diary: Annual Table Quiz in the Shamrock Lodge hotel on Friday 22nd march at 8.30pm. A great night assured.
Drum Clonown Community Games
Art/Model making will take place on Friday 8th March from 6–8pm in Johnstown Club House for boys and girls u-8 upwards. Children must bring their own materials, paper will be supplied.
Drum Art Group
Exhibition in 'Crumbles and Creams' coffee shop, Ballinasloe. Over 30 paintings on display at affordable prices. Please support.
'Big Bother Big Sister' Volunteers
Foróige's Big Bother Big Sister program is seeking male and female adult volunteers who can share 1-2 hours per week with a young person. Please contact Louise on 086-8596879 for more information.
Oíche Scannáin
Taispeántas scannáin á reáchtáil ag Coláiste Gaeilge, Áth Luain mar chuid de Sheachtain na Gaeilge 2013. Dé Céadaoin, an 6 Márta 2013, 7.30 i.n. i dTeach Chiaráin, Cearnóg Mhuire, Áth Luain. Míle fáilte romhat! Bígí linn!
Irish Flim Night
Irish Film Night as part of Seachtain na Gaeilge 2013 on Wednesday 6th March at 7.30pm in St. Ciarán's House, St. Mary's Sqaure, Athlone. Míle fáilte romhat! Bígí linn!
Bring & Buy Cake Sale
On Wednesday 6th March from 11am-2pm in Dean Kelly N.S., The Batteries, Athlone. Everyone welcome for a cuppa and to see our newly refurbished school.
Dr. Steven's Resource Centre
New location on the first floor, Block A, Irishtown Central, Athlone (beside €2 shop). Now taking bookings for various courses. Phone 090-6473001 for further details.
Athlone Musical Society presents Oklahoma!
In the Dean Crowe Theatre from Saturday 2nd to Saturday 9th March at 8pm nightly, with matinee on Sunday 3rd at 4.30pm. Tickets from €11 to €19. For further details and bookings contact 090-6492129.
Thank You
The Society of African Missions (SMA) is very grateful to the parishioners of Ss. Peter & Paul, Athlone for the welcome and support given during the recent Mission Awareness weekend. The donations received for the missionary work of the SMA in Africa came to €1,252.50. Thank you all very much for your kindness and generous response.
Lenten Prayer Groups
Every Tuesday during Lent at the following locations and times:
-Tearmon Micheál at 10.15am;
-Monksland Community Centre at 7pm;
-The Presbytery, Deerpark Road at 8pm.
Each Wednesday during Lent, The Rosary and Benediction will be offered after the evening mass in Drum for all who are sick in our parish.
Stations of the Cross every Wednesday morning during Lent at 9am in Ss. Peter & Paul's Church.
Trócaire Lenten Campaign
Envelopes containing Trócaire Fast Boxes are available at the back of the churches. Every home is asked to bring one and support Trócaire in helping people to make a living so that they can escape poverty.
Spring Stations
Those who wish to host a station mass in their home this spring are invited to contact Drum Parish Office to book a date and time. The stations have been a tradition in the parish for generations and it would be lovely to see the tradition continue and restored for generations to come.
Pilgrimage to Medjugorje
Ss. Peter & Paul's Parish Pilgrimage to Medjugorje from June 29th to July 6th 2013. Spiritual Director: Fr. John McManus. Contact G Kinneavy at 087-2249621 or Mary Mulligan at 090-6492045 or 087-2936933.
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