Issue 1391 February 13th 2022

Mass intentions this week – Angela Corley (RD) Crosschapel, Larry Behan (RD) Blessington & late of Dublin

Saturday 6pm: Josephine Murphy (Months Mind), Edin Vasquez (1^st A), Chris Foster (A)

Sunday 10am: Patricia Murphy (Month’s Mind), Maurice O’Sullivan (Month’s Mind), Christopher Flanagan (A), Elizabeth Balfe (A), Stephen Hand (2^nd A)

We also Remember: Carmel Bermingham (1^st A), Peter & Mary Brady,William & Patrick Brady, William & Elizabeth Coyle, Kathleen & Cecil Collins, Michael & Ann-Mary Norton, Larry, Mary & Matthew Lennon, John, Joe & Laurence Wright,

Monday: Mass for Blessington List of the Sick

Tuesday: James Ryan (A), Mass intentions for the Holy Souls & all who have no one to pray for them, Luke, Margo & Family, Gerry, Ellen & Family

Wednesday: John, Joe & Laurence Wright, Carmel Bermingham (1^st A)

Thursday:  Special Intentions, Birthday Remembrance

Friday: Paddy Carmody (10^th A), Carmel O’Farrell (A)

►Saturday 12^th February: Blessington: 6pm, Lacken: 7.30pm

►Sunday 13^th February: Blessington: 10am, Manor Kilbride: 11am, Valleymount: 11.15am, Crosschapel: 11.30am,

►Tuesday 15^th February: Holy Hour and Adoration for the intentions of families from 7pm to 8pm. All welcome to join & spend some quiet time with the Lord

ANNUAL COLLECTION for ACCORD Dublin, the Diocesan Agency for Marriage & the Family, will be made at all Masses this weekend 12th & 13th February, replacing the Share Collection. ACCORD Dublin offers:  Marriage Preparation courses. Counselling for couples & individuals experiencing difficulties in their relationships. A Relationship & Sexuality Programme for schools.

St Mary’s Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto. Numbers drawn on 10th February:  6, 12, 16, 22.  €25 WINNER: Sarah Duffy. Next Jackpot is €975. www.blessingtonparish.ie  https://www.ourparishfundraiser.ie/parish/blessington

The Irish Catholic Newspaper is now available in Dunnes Stores Blessington.

Lacken National School & Naíonra. Now taking enrolments for September 2022. Contact: 045 865 086 or school@lackenns.com  for enrolment forms.

Blessington History AGM will take place on Thursday 17^th February at 8pm in the Coimin Centre, Blessington. All are very welcome.

Blessington Outdoor Car Boot Sale returns to St. Kevin’s Hall on Sunday 27th February from 7am to 4pm Tea/Coffee. Free Car Parking. Toilets. Tables €10. Bargains Galore! Info: 086 075 2072

Gaelscoil na Lochanna will be hosting a series of talks over the coming months. These talks will be led by Neurodivergent Consultants, Gaelscoileanna Principals & expert guests from the surrounding area. The talks are open to everyone & will be of particular interest to any parents of children who may have emerging special needs or who may be considering a Gaelscoil as a school for their children in the future. “Bacainní a Bhriseadh – Breaking down Barriers”. “Autism, Awareness & Tips” 17^th February at 7.30pm. A neurodivergent consultant led awareness talk on beginning to understand & spot neurodivergence & practical tips to help. “Dyslexia”  3^rd March at 7.30pm. School led talk on the Dyslexia Label “awareness & openness”. Why Choose a Gaelscoil ? 29^th March at 7.30pm. Seven Principals from Wicklow, Kildare, South-West Dublin, will give a shared experience talk on life in a Gaelscoil. Register via Zoom links – view this on: Instagram page @gsnalochanna or on the school website     www.gaelscoilnalochanna.com For any further queries please call  045 900 525 or 087 938 8651

West Wicklow Cancer Support – Weekly Meditation with Gemma Deeney for people touched by Cancer, continues Wednesdays 11.15am in the Primary Care Centre Blessington. Please Contact us on 087 434 6004 or westwicklow15@gmail.com  if you would like to reserve a place. All Covid health & Safety measures are in place.  Do bring your own blanket & pillow. No charge. “The best cure for the body is a quiet mind”

Green Tips to Remember……

• Turn off lights
• Unplug appliances not in use
• Only fill electric kettle with amount of water required
• Set Washing machine at 30 C
• Dry clothes outside when possible, to save on high energy cost of tumble dryer
• When defrosting food, move to the fridge the night before to reduce energy needed to cool the fridge
• Reduce unnecessary energy use during peak hours 5-7 pm

Cleaner Required for 4 hours, 1 day per week, Thursday or Friday. General Cleaning, Ironing & Light Housekeeping Duties. Must be honest, reliable & able to work on own initiative. References required. Own transport  necessary. Blessington Area. Email:  office@blessington.info for details

Affinity Plus are Recruiting Carers in the Blessington & West Wicklow area. If you feel you are the right fit for us please email your CV to katie@affinityplus.ie  or contact us on (045) 916 060.

Passionate Lover of Nature looking for small plot in Wicklow area for off-grid living. Cash available. 087 466 8688

Hollywood Café, Hollywood, Co. Wicklow is looking to fill the following positions: Commis Chef & Kitchen Porter. Previous experience an advantage but training can be provided. To apply email your CV to: chris@hollywoodcafe.ie

Roofing Services including Roof Repairs, Roof Replacements, Gutter Repairs, Gutter Cleaning, Fascia & Soffits, Flat Roofs, Chimney Repairs, Perspex Roofs, Attic Insulation. Call Mick: 085 737 9394

Hi folks, Mac’s Fish is coming to Blessington. One of our vans will be here every Thursday from 10 until 2. We bring only the finest of fresh fish straight from Kilmore Quay in Wexford. Don’t hesitate to contact us on 085 702 3122 or 089 263 3816

Job Vacancies

St. Vincent De Paul – Retail Assistant. Duties include, but not limited to, sales, marketing, stock rotation, cleaning, donation management, window display, and cash handling. This is a development opportunity, no experience necessary. Job reference: CES2210189. Closing date: 12/02/22. Please contact us on 085 252 3563 or email martincahill@blessingtonce.ie Please note *You must be in receipt of a social welfare payment for the past 12 months to qualify*

Blessington Tidy Towns – Caretaker. Job reference number: CES2210192. Duties include, but not limited to, grass cutting, painting, cleaning. Closing date: 26/02/2022. Please contact us on 085 252 3563 or martincahill@blessingtonce.ie Please note *You must be in receipt of a social welfare payment for the last 12 months to qualify.

5 Week Online Leadership Course – Are you able to motivate and empower the people you lead? Do you need to enhance your leadership skills to maximise your teams’ potential? Enrol in our 5-week online course commencing 22^nd February from 6:30pm to 9.30pm. For more information call Grainne: 087 637 9765 or visit www.coachingforsuccess.ie Put this link into your browser:  https://coachingforsuccess.ie/leadership-management-development/ Limited Early bird offers €129/Normal Price €159

Bathroom Upgrades, Plumbing & Heating, Showers, Roofing, Windows, & Doors. Internal & External Insulation. Call Paul 086 309 1829.

Castle Canine Cuts – Dog Grooming Service. 1 to 1 Grooming for small to large breeds. Tues – Saturday by appointment only. Revolut & Card now accepted. Call Gillian 087 764 1911. Find us on Facebook

SEETHRU Solution – Your local trustworthy cleaning service for: Windows, Gutters, Fascia, Pressure Washing, Softwash, Carpet & Upholstery. Greg: 085 858 1850

Paragon Bathrooms. Full Bathroom Renovations. Showroom Open, Main Street, Blessington. Call Aiden 085 137 8770

Gardening –  For Hedge clipping, Beds overhauled, Strimming, etc  Phone Mark 085 133 7714

Blessington Roofing and Guttering. All Roof Repairs Slate Tiles Chimneys Guttering Fully Insured Free Quotations 24/7 Emergency call-out. 25 Year Guaranteed Roof Installation and Roof Repairs. Call Today for a free no-obligation quote. 087 379 4038 www.roofrepairsandguttering.ie