Community Diary

Mass at 6pm

Church of Our Lady Blessington. Confessions: After 6pm Mass

 Sunday 3^rd Aug

Mass at 10am Church of Our Lady Blessington

Mass at 10am St. Joseph’s Church, Valleymount

Mass at 11am St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride

Mass at 11.30am Church of our Lady of Mercy, Crosschapel

Monday 4^th Aug  

Donoughmore Summer Fate 2pm-5pm Adults €3, Children free Fun for all the Family Eircode W91 C971

Music In The Shed starting at 7.30pm. Blessington Men’s Shed

Mass at 9.30am  Church of Our Lady Blessington

Mass at 9am  St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride

Tuesday 5^th Aug

Mass at 9.30am  Church of Our Lady Blessington

Mass at 9am  St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride

Wednesday 6^th Aug

Mass at 9.30am  Church of Our Lady Blessington

Mass at 9am  St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride

Rosary & Holy Hour   The Holy Hour with Rosary and Adoration will be at 7pm for the duration of the summer months.

Thursday 7^th Aug

Mass at 9am  St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride

Mass at 9.30am  Church of Our Lady, Blessington

Friday 8^th Aug

Mass at 9.30am  Church of Our Lady, Blessington

Mass at 9am  St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride

Mass intentions in  Church of Our Lady, Blessington

Baby Freddie Jones…RD

Saturday: Mary & Eamon Tully…A, Steven Cunningham…RD, Peter Cummins…A

Sunday: William Sargent…A, Hugh McKechnie…A, Charlie & Molly Keogh…A

Monday: Mass for the Sick & those in Hospital

Tuesday:Deceased members of McDermot Family…Rem, Tommy Donohoe…RD, Special Intentions Mass

Wednesday: Patrick & Greta Reidy…A, Special Intentions Mass

Thursday: Frank O Neill…A, Glenn Ross…RD

Friday: Dermot O Brien…RD, John Dwyer…RD

Dates for your Diary

Baltyboys Cemetery

The Annual Cemetery Mass will take place on Sunday 17th August at 2pm.

Please pass the word to family & friends.

Family Mass

Sunday 17^th August at 10am Church of Our Lady, Blessington

Healing Mass

Church of Our Lady Blessington

Sat September 13^th & Sat December 13^th. All Masses will take place at 11am

All are welcome

Women’s Breakfast

Let’s Connect!

Our next breakfast will be on  Sat 20^th Sept & Sat 22^nd Nov

9.30am to 11am, in the Coimin Centre

Congratulations to the July Winners of the Valleymount & Lacken Draw. Bridie & Tony Kavanagh, Joan & Sean Farrington,, Liz & Paul Riley, Maura & Seamus Balfe, Peg Geoghegan, Sylvia & Liam Kavanagh.

Deadline for Notices in the Newsletter. The deadline to have your notices in the newsletter is Tuesday at 11am at the very latest

Church of Our Lady, Blessington & Church of Our Lady of Mercy, Crosschapel St. Joseph’s Church, Valleymount & Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Lacken Fr. Gerry Kane PP  Tel: 045 865 327

St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride – Fr. Paraic McDermott C.S.Sp. Tel: 01 4582154

Parish Office: 9am to 1pm Monday to Friday Tel: 045 865 327.

Feast Days – 6^th August – The Transfiguration. In the Gospel accounts, after foretelling his death and Resurrection,  Jesus and his three disciples went to “a high mountain” to be away from the crowds. There, Jesus’ face began to shine like the sun and his clothes became miraculously white. As the disciples looked on, Elijah and Moses suddenly appeared in glory and talked with the transfigured Jesus. Peter then offered to make three dwellings, one for Jesus and one for each of the two supernatural guests, but was interrupted by a voice from a bright cloud that said, “This is my Son, the Beloved; with him I am well pleased; listen to him!” Having collapsed in fear, the disciples were comforted by Jesus, who then urged them to keep silent about these events until after his Resurrection According to tradition, the event took place on Mount Tabor. The Transfiguration is also referenced in the Second Letter of Peter,  where Peter’s presence as an eyewitness to Christ’s majesty is used to assure the readers that his message is true.

A Prayer for  The Transfiguration

My Transfigured Lord, You promise suffering and death to all who follow You, but You also promise the hope that awaits those who endure. Grant me the grace to endure every cross in life, uniting my sufferings with Yours, so that I may one day partake in the glory of eternal life in Heaven. Jesus, I trust in You. Amen

A Summer Prayer Long warm days… The pace of life slows… A time for picnics and rest in the shade… Lord, help me to rest awhile in the cooling shade of your presence. Slow down my restless heart and fill me with gentle compassion for all your people. Amen.

Popes Intentions for July 2025 For information in Discernment Let us pray that we might again learn low to discern, to know how to choose paths of life and reject everything that leads us away from Christ and the Gospel.

Minister of Eucharist, August 2025 Church of Our Lady Blessington. SAT 6PM: Mary Fenton & Pat McGrath. SUNDAY 10AM: Fidelma Dunne, Catriona Cullen & George Richardson.

CARE OF THE EARTH Switch to LEDs. The light-emitting diode (LED) lightbulb is significantly more efficient,  longer lasting and more durable than incandescent or compact  fluorescent lightbulbs. LEDs use at least 75% less energy, and last up to 25 times longer than incandescent lighting.

CATHOLIC SOCIAL TEACHING Start with what is necessary and do what is possible. Br Kevin Crowley

Blessington Parish Lotto Numbers on 24^th July: 3,5,9,15. €25 Winner: Bernard Wilcox.  Next Jackpot €3000.

Music In The Shed Continues Monday the 4th of August, starting at 7.30pm. Blessington Men’s Shed Great music and song, guaranteed on the night. See you there.

Manor KIlbride Fiels Day. Sunday 10th August at 2pm. Kilbride GAA pitch. Feree entry. Come Enjoy the Fun. The Usual Field Day Events: Pet Show, Dunk Tank, Duck Race, Pony Rides, Cake Sale, Games, BBQ, Arts and Crafts, Pool & Darts Competition, and more. All proceeds raised go towards the new Club House & Community Room.

Social Dancing. Enjoy an evening of dancing to The Wicklow Man In Donard Community Hall Sat 16th August, 9pm -12am. All Welcome.

Martin Craul & Co, Block One, Unit 1F, Blessington Business Park  will close for annual holidays from the evening of Thurs 07/08/2025 until the morning of Mon18/08/2025. Voice messages can be left  on 045 891505/045 891507  text messages/WhatsApp to 087 2791325  or email mcraulco@gmail.com, Weekly client payroll services not affected.

FUEL STAMP SAVING SCHEME Fuel Stamps are a great way to help budget for your fuel costs. Start saving now towards your fuel bills during the winter months.   The Stay Warm Saving Scheme is an easy payment option plan which enables households to budget for their central heating oil or solid fuel. Start saving the €5 Stay Warm Saving Stamps on the savings card and use the stamps to pay (in full or part payment) for fuel with the listed suppliers on the card. A new supplier to the scheme but not listed on the card is Tom Phibbs Fuels Tel: 01 2118469.  The Scheme is open to all households in the Blessington area and full details are available on the card. This scheme, initiated by the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul (SVP) and supported by the Department of Communications, Energy & Natural Resources, aims to help families manage their heating bills by spreading the cost of fuel. The €5 Stay Warm Saving Stamps and Savings Card are only available from Hennessy’s Hardware and SVP Shop.

AWARE SUPPORT & SELF CARE GROUPS If you or those with whom you work wish to connect with people in relation to your mental wellbeing, consider using Aware’s phone-in and Zoom support and self-care groups, support line or support mail. For more information, visit www.aware.ie.

Accord Prayer for Marriage & Family Life God of love, show us our place in this world as channels of your love. Give to us the gift of respect, empathy and understanding. Bless and strengthen our love for each other. Help us to appreciate the value of family life and to live in harmony with all whom we come in contact with. Encourage us, we pray, to act justly, love tenderly and walk humbly with the Lord. Praise be to the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT The Irish Hospice Foundation provides a free Bereavement Support Line. This National Freephone Service is available from 10am to 1pm, Monday to Friday, by calling 1800 807077. Visit www.hospicefoundation.ie for more information.

Gaelscoil na Lochanna seek to employ a Bus Escort to assist children with additional needs getting to and from school. Initially 1 hour of work in morning before school time and 1 hour after school time. Candidates should have experience in working with children, have an understanding of additional needs in children, and be able to deal with parents and school staff in a professional manner. Irish ability is an advantage.
This position is subject to satisfactory references and Garda Vetting. The hourly rate of pay is in line with the Department of Education guidelines for School Bus Escorts (€15.20 per hour), processed weekly during school term time. Escorts are not paid over school holidays but receive holiday pay instead.
Application by CV /queries should be emailed to priomhoide@gaelscoilnalochanna.com

Donoughmore Summer Fate Bank Holiday Monday 4^th August, 2pm-5pm. Afternoon tea, Lots of Stalls, Novelty Races,  Horse & Carraige rides, Magic show, Monster Raffel And Lots More Adults €3, Children free. Fun for all the Family. Eircode W91 C971.

The Healers Dance. Now offering Low Cost Counselling To Book: Visit Our Website www.healersdance.com

GARDENING SERVICES Grass cutting / Ride on lawnmower Push Lawnmower, Hedge cutting Chainsaw Cutting, Splitting Timber, Spraying, Weeding, Powerwashing Driveway Patios, General Maintenance around your home. Just Call for reasonable Quates/ Price. Call or text 0876640695.

Jennifer Kavanagh Sports & Remedial Therapy: *Muscle Aches and Pains *Chronic Muscle or Joint Pain *Struggling to perform Day-to-Day Tasks *Injury Prevention & Rehabilitation *Increased Mobility. Fully qualified ITEC NCVA, fully insured and local experienced Therapist. Ph: 087 9021099

Blessington Taxi Phone Greg 087 2626 393

Catriona Byrne & Co Solicitors BESIDE AIB – OVER 20 YEARS ESTABLISHED FOR ALL YOUR LEGAL NEEDS 3 Mill Bank, Blessington County Wicklow Tel: 045 857 537 www.catrionsbyrne.ie

Septic Tanks Emptied & Digger Hire Call Dermot or Adam Phibbs 087 799 5320 – 083 037 4750 lizmphibbs6@gmail.com      License no: NWCPO-21-12619-01

Wicklow & Kildare Mental Health Services  Counselling & Psychotherapy. Aran Centre, Blessington, Co. Wicklow. For Bookings please contact, by phone: 089 274 4920 or e-mail: info@wicklowandkildarementalhealth.ie

Driving instructor RSA and ADI approved.  Contact Michael 087 459 4258  for bookings.

Painter & Decorator Interior & Exterior Call Damien 085 826 0431

HEADSTONES McEvoy Monumental Works Blessington. Headstones, Inscriptions, Renovations. Serving the people of Blessington for over 40 years. Call to our workshop at Millbank Blessington Call: Mick 045 865 487 – 086 843 8832 or Gary 087 933 3487 www.mcevoymonumentalworks.com

Local Builder Available All services under one roof, Windows & Doors, Plumbing, Tiling, Roofing, Plastering, Electrical, Carpentry, Insulation. All levels of construction services available. Fully registered. Call Paul: 086 309 1829

Eagle Cleaning Solutions Chimney Cleaning, Exterior Power Washing, Window Cleaning, Gutter Cleaning & Repairs. Find us on Facebook! Call for appointment: 087 247 4388. info@eaglecleaningsolutions.com

German Autoworks – Service Specialist VW/Audi, Mercedes, Skoda, Seat, Opel – Call 087 286 3997 www.germanautoworks.ie

Balance Looking to improve strength, flexibility, and stress levels in a supportive space? Balance Reformer Pilates offers low-impact, high-results workouts designed for every body no matter your fitness level, or experience. Located over the SVP shop. Intro offer available. 4 classes €60. www.balancestudios.ie

Niall Kearns Building & Roofing Contractor 086 274 6969 nkbuildandroof@gmail.com Building New Homes, Extensions, Sunrooms Attic Conversions, Renovations, Chimney Repairs Roofing New Roofs, All Roof Repairs Flat Roofs, Gutter Repairs Roof Replacement, PVC Fascia & Soffit All Work Fully Guaranteed

JP&M Doyle What’s Your Property Worth? Talk to us today for your free-Market Appraisal Specializing In Residential Town & Country Homes Development & Agricultural Land Commercial Property Lettings, Valuations. 2025 is your year to make it happen! With high demand and a lack of supply, now is the perfect time to maximise your property’s value. www.jpmdoyle.ie Tel: 045-865568.

Ustore @ Hollywood Large storage area available Phone 087-356-7601 €100 Per month.

Friday 11^th July

Pub quiz at the Star Inn (Leo’s) Valleymount, 8pm start., €10 each and max 6 persons per team

Saturday 12^th July

Mass at 6pm  Church of Our Lady Blessington, Confessions: After 6pm Mass

Sunday 13^th July

LIVE AID (1985)  on big screen. 12pm – 8pm Valleymount  Community Hall. Raffle & Refreshments.

Mass at 10am  Church of Our Lady Blessington

Mass at 10am  St. Joseph’s Church, Valleymount

Mass at 11am  St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride

Mass at 11.30am  Church of our Lady of Mercy, Crosschapel

Monday 14^th July

Mass at 9.30am  Church of Our Lady Blessington

Mass at 9am  St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride

Tuesday 15^th July

Mass at 9.30am  Church of Our Lady Blessington

Mass at 9am St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride

Wednesday 16^th July

Chair Yoga at 11am  Primary Care centre. Full  information on page 3

Mass at 9.30am  Church of Our Lady Blessington

Mass at 9am  St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride

Rosary & Holy Hour   The Holy Hour with Rosary and Adoration will be at 7pm for the duration of the summer months.

Thursday 17^th July

Blessington Bowls Club meet at 7.30pm in St Kevin’s Hall, Blessington. Guests are most welcome, why not come along & bring a friend.

Mass at 9am  St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride

Mass at 9.30am  Church of Our Lady, Blessington

Friday 18^th July

Mass at 9.30am  Church of Our Lady, Blessington

Mass at 9am  St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride

Mass intentions in  Church of Our Lady, Blessington

Saturday: Joe Maloney…1st A, Sean Corr…A, Nancy Keogh…A Melissa McGee…2^nd A

Sunday: Brian Kane…4th A, Mary Creighton…A, Phillip Creighton…Rem

Monday: Mass for the Sick & those in Hospital

Tuesday: Robert McCallion…RD, Brenda Prout…RD

Wednesday: Get Well Mass, Thomas Wynne…RD Breda Williams (Nee Bohan)…A

Thursday: Blessington Deceased Card List

Friday: Niall Kerrigan…RD, Jimmy Keogh…RD

Deadline for Notices in the Newsletter. The deadline to have your notices in the newsletter is Tuesday at 11am at the very latest

Church of Our Lady, Blessington & Church of Our Lady of Mercy, Crosschapel St. Joseph’s Church, Valleymount & Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Lacken Fr. Gerry Kane PP  Tel: 045 865 327

St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride – Fr. Paraic McDermott C.S.Sp. Tel: 01 4582154

Parish Office: 9am to 1pm Monday to Friday Tel: 045 865 327.

Minister of Eucharist  July 2025 Church of Our Lady Blessington SAT 6PM: Gearldine McMulkin & Colette Fennan SUNDAY 10AM: Margaret Flynn, Charmaine Quinn & Brendan Sheehey

The Next Family Mass Will take place Mass on Sunday 20^th July Followed by Refreshments in the Coimin Centre  after 10am Mass. All Are Welcome

Church of Our Lady, Blessington  will be closed for maintenance  from 12pm on Thursday 17^th July and  reopening as normal on Friday 18^th July

Dates for your Diary

Healing Mass

Church of Our Lady Blessington

Sat September 13^th & Sat December 13^th

All Masses will take place at 11am

All are welcome

Women Breakfast

Let’s Connect!

Our next breakfast will be on

 Sat 20^th Sept & Sat 22^nd Nov

9.30am to 11am

Coimin Centre

Feast Days – 14^th July – St Camillus do Lellis. 1550-1614, St. Camillus, a rough-tempered and a gambler in his early life as a soldier, he was converted at the age of twenty-five. Guided by St Philip Neri, he became a priest and worked for the sick with two companions. His Servants of the Sick prospered and founded hospitals especially where others would not go. St Camillus is the Patron of nurses, hospitals and the sick. 16^th July – Our Lady of Mount Carmel Our Lady of Mount Carmel is a title of the Virgin Mary associated with the Carmelite Order, originating from the hermits who lived on Mount Carmel in Israel in the 12th century. The Carmelites, who dedicated their chapel to Mary, considered her their patron and “Lady of the Place”. The feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, celebrated on July 16th, commemorates her connection to the Carmelite Order  and the tradition of the Brown Scapular.

A Prayer to Our Lady of Mount Carmel  O most beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in this my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me herein you are my Mother.

Prayer to  St. Camillus de Lellis Glorious Saint Camillus, special patron of the sick and those who care for them, turn your merciful eyes upon those who suffer. Grant to the sick, Christian resignation and trust in God’s goodness. Make those who care for the sick generous and dedicated. Help us understand suffering as a way to God. May your protection comfort the sick and their families and encourage them to live together in love. Bless those who dedicate themselves to the sick, and may God grant peace and hope to all. Amen. St. Camillus, pray for us.

Valleymount Parish. Valleymount & Lacken

Income & Expenditure Report 2025

Note:

• We need roughly €26000 for fire & lighting improvements as per the Diocese.
• Parish Draw/Raffle – entry bought for €200, at the end of the year the draw takes place. Prises funded from 50% of the funds raised, the other 50% of the funds raised go directly to the Parish bank account.
• Finance Committee –

Mary O’Sullivan, Breda McDonald, Mary Norton, Molly Byrne, Theo Clarke, Sheila Kinane, Deacon Gerry, Fr. Gerry Kane and Belinda Irmscher (Parish Bookkeeper).

A Summer Prayer Long warm days… The pace of life slows… A time for picnics and rest in the shade… Lord, help me to rest awhile in the cooling shade of your presence. Slow down my restless heart and fill me with gentle compassion for all your people. Amen.

Popes Intentions for July 2025 For information in Discernment Let us pray that we might again learn low to discern, to know how to choose paths of life and reject everything that leads us away from Christ and the Gospel.

Blessington Parish Lotto Numbers on 3^rd July: 7,13,17,30. €25 Winner: Sally Joyce . Next Jackpot €3000.

CARE OF THE EARTH Reduce, reuse, and recycle. Cut down on what you throw away. Follow the three “R’s” to conserve natural resources and landfill space.

Thought of the Week Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending.- Maria Robinson.

FUEL STAMP SAVING SCHEME Fuel Stamps are a great way to help budget for your fuel costs. Start saving now towards your fuel bills during the winter months.   The Stay Warm Saving Scheme is an easy payment option plan which enables households to budget for their central heating oil or solid fuel. Start saving the €5 Stay Warm Saving Stamps on the savings card and use the stamps to pay (in full or part payment) for fuel with the listed suppliers on the card. A new supplier to the scheme but not listed on the card is Tom Phibbs Fuels Tel: 01 2118469.  The Scheme is open to all households in the Blessington area and full details are available on the card. This scheme, initiated by the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul (SVP) and supported by the Department of Communications, Energy & Natural Resources, aims to help families manage their heating bills by spreading the cost of fuel. The €5 Stay Warm Saving Stamps and Savings Card are only available from Hennessy’s Hardware and SVP Shop.

AWARE SUPPORT & SELF CARE GROUPS If you or those with whom you work wish to connect with people in relation to your mental wellbeing, consider using Aware’s phone-in and Zoom support and self-care groups, support line or support mail. For more information, visit www.aware.ie.

Accord Prayer for Marriage & Family Life God of love, show us our place in this world as channels of your love. Give to us the gift of respect, empathy and understanding. Bless and strengthen our love for each other. Help us to appreciate the value of family life and to live in harmony with all whom we come in contact with. Encourage us, we pray, to act justly, love tenderly and walk humbly with the Lord. Praise be to the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT The Irish Hospice Foundation provides a free Bereavement Support Line. This National Freephone Service is available from 10am to 1pm, Monday to Friday, by calling 1800 807077. Visit www.hospicefoundation.ie for more information.

West Wicklow Cancer Support welcome you to chair yoga Wednesday mornings with Claudette Dwyer, 11am Primary Care Centre beginning 2nd July, a wonderful way to start the day. Contact us for more information or just come along with a friend! 087 4346004 / westwicklow15@gmail.com

Social Dancing. Enjoy an evening of  dancing to Alister Fingleton In Donard Community Hall Sat 19^th July, 9pm -12am.  All Welcome

WANTED Home for female kitten Found in ditch Black & white Approx. 6-8 weeks old Ph 089-4375880

2/3 Bedroom Residence in Valleymount Available for short term let Tel. 087-2660649

Downshire Hotel Staff Reunion 26th July 2025, Food @ 8:00 followed by music In Cullens, Lake View Lounge, Ballyknockan Contact PAT for tickets 087 8228620.

Blessington Carboot  Sunday 27^th July. 8am to 4pm. beside Aldi Store Free Carparking facilities. Toilets / Teas / Coffee.  Indoor and Outdoor Space Available. Cost €10 per Stall. Bargains Galore. Info 0860752072  Pat Conlan.

Sessions in the Mens Shed  continues on the 21st July , starting at 7.30 with a Benefit night in aid of Blessington First Responders. A very worthy cause.  All welcome. A great night is guaranteed. Thank you all for your  continued Support.

Free to take away Oval Table & 4 chairs (wicker style) Suitable for sunroom or outdoor covered space Contact 086-8457668

GROUND WORKS  All aspects of groundwork, landscaping, drainage work, concrete, general tidy ups and  digger hire available Call Kevin 087 698 3849

Professional Tree Care Tree pruning, Tree Removal,  Emergency tree works, Hedge Maintenance We are your local tree service,  with over 15 years in the tree industry. Fully qualified & insured. Call Shane Keogh 0833846287 Email info@protree.ie

Jennifer Kavanagh Sports & Remedial Therapy: *Muscle Aches and Pains *Chronic Muscle or Joint Pain *Struggling to perform Day-to-Day Tasks *Injury Prevention & Rehabilitation *Increased Mobility. Fully qualified ITEC NCVA, fully insured and local experienced Therapist. Ph: 087 9021099

Blessington Taxi Phone Greg 087 2626 393

Catriona Byrne & Co Solicitors BESIDE AIB – OVER 20 YEARS ESTABLISHED FOR ALL YOUR LEGAL NEEDS 3 Mill Bank, Blessington County Wicklow Tel: 045 857 537 www.catrionsbyrne.ie

Septic Tanks Emptied & Digger Hire Call Dermot or Adam Phibbs 087 799 5320 – 083 037 4750 lizmphibbs6@gmail.com      License no: NWCPO-21-12619-01

Wicklow & Kildare Mental Health Services  Counselling & Psychotherapy. Aran Centre, Blessington, Co. Wicklow. For Bookings please contact, by phone: 089 274 4920 or e-mail: info@wicklowandkildarementalhealth.ie

Driving instructor RSA and ADI approved.  Contact Michael 087 459 4258  for bookings.

Painter & Decorator Interior & Exterior Call Damien 085 826 0431

HEADSTONES McEvoy Monumental Works Blessington. Headstones, Inscriptions, Renovations. Serving the people of Blessington for over 40 years. Call to our workshop at Millbank Blessington Call: Mick 045 865 487 – 086 843 8832 or Gary 087 933 3487 www.mcevoymonumentalworks.com

Local Builder Available All services under one roof, Windows & Doors, Plumbing, Tiling, Roofing, Plastering, Electrical, Carpentry, Insulation. All levels of construction services available. Fully registered. Call Paul: 086 309 1829

Eagle Cleaning Solutions Chimney Cleaning, Exterior Power Washing, Window Cleaning, Gutter Cleaning & Repairs. Find us on Facebook! Call for appointment: 087 247 4388. info@eaglecleaningsolutions.com

German Autoworks – Service Specialist VW/Audi, Mercedes, Skoda, Seat, Opel – Call 087 286 3997 www.germanautoworks.ie

Balance Looking to improve strength, flexibility, and stress levels in a supportive space? Balance Reformer Pilates offers low-impact, high-results workouts designed for every body no matter your fitness level, or experience. Located over the SVP shop. Intro offer available. 4 classes €60. www.balancestudios.ie

Niall Kearns Building & Roofing Contractor 086 274 6969 nkbuildandroof@gmail.com Building New Homes, Extensions, Sunrooms Attic Conversions, Renovations, Chimney Repairs Roofing New Roofs, All Roof Repairs Flat Roofs, Gutter Repairs Roof Replacement, PVC Fascia & Soffit All Work Fully Guaranteed

JP&M Doyle What’s Your Property Worth? Talk to us today for your free-Market Appraisal Specializing In Residential Town & Country Homes Development & Agricultural Land Commercial Property Lettings, Valuations. 2025 is your year to make it happen! With high demand and a lack of supply, now is the perfect time to maximise your property’s value. www.jpmdoyle.ie Tel: 045-865568.

Milkman Delivering door to door All Area Covered Ph 087 2981068

Ustore @ Hollywood Large storage area available Phone 087-356-7601 €100 Per month

Bryko Limited  Blessington We are currently seeking a Qualified C1 & C3 Truck Driver for our business in Blessington. Send your CV/Contact details/experience to: order@bryko.net

Community Diary

Saturday 28^th June

Mass at 6pm Church of Our Lady Blessington, Confessions: After 6pm Mass

Mass at 7.30pm  Church of Our Lady Of Mount Carmel, Lacken

Sunday 29^th June

HILLBILLY TRACTOR & CAR RUN 20th Anniversary, June 29th Picnic Area, Ballyknockan, Registration From 10am. Departing At 12.30pm Contact Jack 0872863636

Mass at 10am  Church of Our Lady Blessington

Mass at 10am  St. Joseph’s Church, Valleymoun

Mass at 11am  St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride

Mass at 11.30am  Church of our Lady of Mercy, Crosschapel

Manor Kilbride Cemetery Sunday  29^th June at 2pm

Monday 30th June

Blessington Bridge Club Meets at 7.30pm in the Kare Centre. New players welcome.

Mass at 9.30am  Church of Our Lady Blessington

Mass at 9am  St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride

Tuesday 1^st July

Mass at 9.30am  Church of Our Lady Blessington

Mass at 9am  St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride

Wednesday 2^nd July

Mass at 9.30am  Church of Our Lady Blessington

Mass at 9am  St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride

Rosary & Holy Hour   The Holy Hour with Rosary and Adoration will be at 7pm for the duration of the summer months.

Thursday 3^rd July

Blessington Bowls Club meet at 7.30pm in St Kevin’s Hall, Blessington. Guests are most welcome, why not come along & bring a friend.

Mass at 9am  St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride

Mass at 9.30am  Church of Our Lady Blessington

Friday 4^th July

Mass at 9.30am  Church of Our Lady Blessington

Mass at 9am  St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride

Confessions  will take place on the First Friday of the Month at 7pm in the Church of Our Lady

Deadline for Notices in the Newsletter The deadline to have your notices in the newsletter is Tuesday at 11am at the very latest

Mass intentions in  Church of Our Lady, Blessington

Ned O Brien…RD Manor Kilbride, Joan Sheridan…RD, Paul Toomey…RD, Ann Byrne…RD

Saturday: Matthew, Mary & Larry Lennon…A, Michael & Ann Mary Norton…Rem, Peggy Foley…MM, Sheila Hearns…4th A

Sunday: Johanna & Lar Bennett…A, Niall Kirwan…RD

Monday: Mass for the Sick & those in Hospital

Tuesday: Sean Fennessy…RD, Michael Kennedy…A, Get Well Mass

Wednesday: Mary Brady…RD, Thanksgiving Mass

Thursday: Ray O Donnell…A, Sinead Cullen…A

Friday: 1st Friday of the month, Mass offered for all on the November List of the Dead.

Pilgrimage to Knock Sun July 13th There are still some seats available, please contact 086 1609293 to book your seat.

Peters Pence Collection This weekend 28^th & 29^th June. The Peters Pence collection will take place at all masses. The collection will replace the second collection.

Church of Our Lady, Blessington & Church of Our Lady of Mercy, Crosschapel St. Joseph’s Church, Valleymount & Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Lacken Fr. Gerry Kane PP  Tel: 045 865 327

St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride – Fr. Paraic McDermott C.S.Sp. Tel: 01 4582154

Parish Office: 9am to 1pm Monday to Friday Tel: 045 865 327.

Minister of Eucharist  July 2025 Church of Our Lady Blessington SAT 6PM: Gearldine McMulkin & Colette Fennan SUNDAY 10AM: Margaret Flynn, Charmaine Quinn & Brendan Sheehey

Blessington Parish Lotto Numbers on 19^th June: 23,24,27,28. €25 Winner: Denise Connolly  Next Jackpot €3000.

Feast Days – 1^st July – St. Oliver Plunkett St Oliver Plunkett was from Irish nobility, whose family supported King Charles I. He was Ordained in Rome in l 654,  he became a professor of theology from 1654 until he was appointed Archbishop of Armagh in 1669. He ministered in Armagh though forced to work in a covert way during the suppression of priests. He was arrested and tried in Dundalk in 1679 for conspiring against the state. It was seen that Oliver would never be convicted in Ireland, and he was moved to Newgate Prison, London. He was found guilty of high treason for ‘Promoting the Catholic faith’, and was condemned to a gruesome death. He was the last Catholic to die for his faith in Tyburn and the first of the Irish Martyrs to be beatified in 1920.  He was canonised by Pope Paul VI on 12 Oct 1975. He is buried at Downdhire Abbey, England.His head is venerated in St. Peters Church Drogheda.

Pray & Play Group Will recommence in September with the new school year For further information contact the Parish office 045 865327

Prayer to Saint Oliver Plunkett Glorious Martyr, Saint Oliver, who willingly gave your life for your faith, help us to be strong in faith and loyal to the See of Peter. May your intercession and example banish hatred and bitterness from the hearts of Irish people. May the peace of Christ reign in our hearts, as it did in yours, even at the moment of your death. Pray for us and for Ireland, that we may be as forgiving as you were and that peace and reconciliation may prevail.  Amen. you were and that peace and reconciliation may prevail. Amen.

A Prayer for our Parish Heavenly Father, Bless our Church and our parish, And all the good work that goes on in them. May all who are Christians live and work together for the good of each other and the glory of your Name. May those who do not know you be brought by our example to a loving knowledge and peace with you.  Amen

Pilgrimage for the Jubilee year 2025. Pilgrimage is an important component of a Jubilee year. Many travel abroad for pilgrimage, but a pilgrimage can also take place with the abundant Christian locations we have within our own Diocese. An exhibition ‘Pockets of Hope’ has been set up in the four Jubilee Churches in our Archdiocese: -St. Mary’s Pro-Cathedral,  Marlborough Street. -Our Lady of Lourdes, Sean McDermott Street. -Church of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, City Quay. -St. Andrew’s Church, Westland Row. There is a further display in St. Kevin’s Parish Church, Glendalough.

Date for your Diary- Sunday 6th July  The annual blessing of the graves will take place at 3pm in Templeboden cemetery. Sun July 13^th  pilgrimage to Knock on Bus will leave Blessington carpark at 7.30 am. Further details contact 086 1609293

The Jubilee Prayer Father in heaven, may the faith you have given us in your son, Jesus Christ, our brother, and the flame of charity enkindled in our hearts by the Holy Spirit, reawaken in us the blessed hope for the coming of your Kingdom. May your grace transform us into tireless cultivators of the seeds of the Gospel. May those seeds transform from within both humanity and the whole cosmos in the sure expectation of a new heaven and a new earth, when, with the powers of Evil vanquished, your glory will shine eternally. May the grace of the Jubilee reawaken in us, Pilgrims of Hope, a yearning for the treasures of heaven. May that same grace spread the joy and peace of our Redeemer throughout the earth. To you our God, eternally

There will be a pilgrimage to Knock on Sun July 13th departing at 7.30am from the Blessington church carpark. The pilgrimage will include meditation anointing of the sick, Confession and mass at 3pm. For further details contact 086 1609293.

A Summer Prayer Long warm days… The pace of life slows… A time for picnics and rest in the shade… Lord, help me to rest awhile in the cooling shade of your presence. Slow down my restless heart and fill me with gentle compassion for all your people. Amen.

Blessington Community Employment Vacancies These are developmental opportunities, no experience necessary. Please contact us on 085-2523563 or martincahill@blessingtonce.ie  Please note *You must be in receipt of a social welfare payment for the last 12 months to qualify for these positions. * CE Rates Apply.  St Mary’s Church Caretaker: This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Ref Number: 2381875 Valleymount GAA Caretaker: Duties will include but not limited to: Grass cutting and pitch maintenance, Some cleaning duties.  Ref Number: 2381878 Blessington Greenway Caretaker: Duties to include but not restricted to grass cutting, verge and tree maintenance. Ref Number: 2386069 Hollywood Community Center Caretaker: Duties to include but not limited to: General light maintenance. Some cleaning duties. Ref Number: 2386070

AWARE SUPPORT & SELF CARE GROUPS If you or those with whom you work wish to connect with people in relation to your mental wellbeing, consider using Aware’s phone-in and Zoom support and self-care groups, support line or support mail. For more information, visit www.aware.ie.

Accord Prayer for Marriage & Family Life God of love, show us our place in this world as channels of your love. Give to us the gift of respect, empathy and understanding. Bless and strengthen our love for each other. Help us to appreciate the value of family life and to live in harmony with all whom we come in contact with. Encourage us, we pray, to act justly, love tenderly and walk humbly with the Lord. Praise be to the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT The Irish Hospice Foundation provides a free Bereavement Support Line. This National Freephone Service is available from 10am to 1pm, Monday to Friday, by calling 1800 807077. Visit www.hospicefoundation.ie for more information.

Thought of the Week True happiness is born of letting go of what is unnecessary. Sharon Salzberg

CARE OF THE EARTH Composting is simple. Add food scraps and yard waste to your compost bin. Occasionally turn and water the decomposing materials. Wait several months, and then you’ll have finished compost to use in your garden.

West Wicklow Cancer Support  invite you to our monthly  Drop In Evening  Thursday 26th June 7.30pm Coimin Centre Blessington when we’ll welcome Brian from An Siopa Bhaile to host a sound bath meditation with some beautiful Sean-ns music. This promises to be a wonderful relaxing evening, don’t miss out. Open to all, no charge, no need to book. Bring a blanket and cushion for added comfort with tea and refreshments to follow

For Sale A Bungalow at Orchard View, Kilteel, Naas, Co. Kildare. W91 XRF9 Has a large garden with trees, extensive patio at the back, Sitting room, living/dining room, sunroom/playroom, kitchen. 5 Bed, 3 bath, Garden Apartment for rent at €1,150 monthly, tax free or for independent, loved ones or guests. Extra spacious room with patio door and high ceilings, office/business/home cinema/gym/ bedroom – 6 bedrooms for the price of 5. Nugent Auctioneers, Main St., Blessington. Tel:045 865555.

2 Double Rooms  Available to Rent In Blessington  087 7838316

To Let Large Family Room, Ensuite Near Oldcourt Transport required 086 2723377

Mass intentions in Blessington

Sean Fennessy…RD Lacken, Fr. Padraig McCarthy…RD

At All Masses this weekend we remember Fr. Kevin Lyon for His Birthday Remembrance Mass

Saturday: Fr Kevin Lyon…Bir Rem, Mary Brady…A and Bir Rem, Christopher Brady…A, John Crickley…A, Paddy Howlin…A, Paddy Byrne…A, Vera Byrne…Bir Rem Daisy & Larry Kiely…A

Sunday: Fr Kevin Lyon…Bir Rem, Patrick Kearns…A, Myles, Elizabeth & Camillus Balfe…Rem, Gerry Carey…Rem

Monday: Mass for the Sick & those in Hospital

Tuesday: James ‘Jimmy’ Mahon…A, Get Well Mass

Wednesday: Thanksgiving Mass, Special Intention Mass

Thursday: Blessington Deceased Card List

Friday: Peter Nolan…A, Anniversary Mass

Feast Days – 20^th June – The Irish Martyrs. The Irish Catholic Martyrs were 17 Irish men and women, Cleric and Lay,  who died for their Catholic faith between 1579 to 1654.  They were recognized as saints for their courage and sacrifice. These martyrs faced persecution, torture, and death for refusing to abandon their faith. The Martyrs were beatified by Pope John Paul II in 1992.

Pray & Play Group In the Coimin Centre, Every Wed 2.45pm to 4.30pm. For children of all ages with their parents, grandparents, guardians. Contact Áine 086 107 0480

Rosary & Holy Hour  The Holy Hour with Rosary and Adoration will be at 7pm every Wed for the duration of the Summer months.

Minister of Eucharist – June 2025 Church of Our Lady Blessington SAT 6PM: Teresa Ball & Sarah Ortega SUNDAY 10AM: Aisling Molloy & AnnaNora Hudson

Blessington Parish Lotto Numbers on 29^th May: 25,26,27,30. €25 Winner: Ann Moran  Next Jackpot €3000.

A Prayer for the Irish Martyrs. Lord God, we remember the Irish martyrs who gave their lives for their faith. We ask for their intercession in our lives and in the lives of those who suffer persecution today. Grant us the courage and strength to remain faithful to your Word, even in the face of adversity. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Popes Intentions for JUNE 2025 THAT THE WORLD MAY GROW IN COMPASSION Let us pray that each one of us might find consolation in a personal relat1onsh1p with Jesus, and from his Heart, learn to have compassion on the world.

A Prayer for our Parish Heavenly Father, Bless our Church and our parish, And all the good work that goes on in them. May all who are Christians live and work together for the good of each other and the glory of your Name. May those who do not know you be brought by our example to a loving knowledge and peace with you.  Amen

Pilgrimage for the Jubilee year 2025. Pilgrimage is an important component of a Jubilee year. Many travel abroad for pilgrimage, but a pilgrimage can also take place with the abundant Christian locations we have within our own Diocese. An exhibition ‘Pockets of Hope’ has been set up in the four Jubilee Churches in our Archdiocese: -St. Mary’s Pro-Cathedral,  Marlborough Street. -Our Lady of Lourdes, Sean McDermott Street. -Church of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, City Quay. -St. Andrew’s Church, Westland Row. There is a further display in St. Kevin’s Parish Church, Glendalough.

The Jubilee Prayer Father in heaven, may the faith you have given us in your son, Jesus Christ, our brother, and the flame of charity enkindled in our hearts by the Holy Spirit, reawaken in us the blessed hope for the coming of your Kingdom. May your grace transform us into tireless cultivators of the seeds of the Gospel. May those seeds transform from within both humanity and the whole cosmos in the sure expectation of a new heaven and a new earth, when, with the powers of Evil vanquished, your glory will shine eternally. May the grace of the Jubilee reawaken in us, Pilgrims of Hope, a yearning for the treasures of heaven. May that same grace spread the joy and peace of our Redeemer throughout the earth. To you our God, eternally blessed, be glory and praise for ever. Amen

Prayer before exam Father, Be with me as I take this exam  Keep my mind alert and my memory sharp. Calm my nerves and help me concentrate. I know that you walk with me, Guiding my path and inspiring my heart. I pray that I would feel you with me, And that your friendship would soften the pressure I feel I pray that I would pass this exam and go on to new things with you. Thank you for your peace and your love in my life. Thank you for your kindness and care for me. Amen.

Prayer Before Exams O great St. Joseph of Cupertino who, by your prayers, obtained from God to be asked at your examination only the propositions which you know, pray that I, like you, may succeed in the examination which lies before me. In return I promise to make your name known and cause you to be loved. Amen

Thought of the Week In a world where you can be anything, Be kind.

CARE OF THE EARTH Green Earth, Clean Earth, Our Responsibility. Save Trees, Save Tomorrow. Think Green, Live Clean

“It is the month of June, The month of leaves and roses,  When pleasant sights salute the eyes, And pleasant scents the noses.” Nathaniel Parker Willis

A Summer Prayer Long warm days… The pace of life slows… A time for picnics and rest in the shade… Lord, help me to rest awhile in the cooling shade of your presence. Slow down my restless heart and fill me with gentle compassion for all your people. Amen.

There will be a pilgrimage to Knock on Sun July 13th departing at 7.30am from the Blessington church carpark. The pilgrimage will include meditation in the Creation garden, anointing of the sick, Confession and mass in the Basilica at 3pm. For further details contact 086 1609293.

HILLBILLY TRACTOR  & CAR RUN 20th Anniversary June 29th Picnic Area, Ballyknockan Registration From 10am Departing At 12.30pm Contact Jack 0872863636

Four Host Families Needed For Spanish Boys & Girls ages between 12 & 15 Dates:28^th June -26^th July Students attend school every day. If you are interested contact WhatsApp Paloma 00 33 628 11 49 38 Michelle 085 253 1377 Email: Kinsdale.paloma@gmail.com

Table Tennis Club. If anyone is interested in helping to set up a table tennis club for children please contact the parish office with your details. Call 045 865327 between 9am & 1pm

Blessington Library (045) 891 740 Chess Club for children Every Friday from 3 pm No booking required. English Conversation Group Tuesdays 12 – 2 pm Thursdays 5 -7 pm No booking required.

Blessington Community Employment Vacancies These are developmental opportunities, no experience necessary. Please contact us on 085-2523563 or martincahill@blessingtonce.ie  Please note *You must be in receipt of a social welfare payment for the last 12 months to qualify for these positions. * CE Rates Apply.  St Mary’s Church Caretaker: This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Ref Number: 2381875 Valleymount GAA Caretaker: Duties will include but not limited to: Grass cutting and pitch maintenance, Some cleaning duties.  Ref Number: 2381878 Blessington Greenway Caretaker: Duties to include but not restricted to grass cutting, verge and tree maintenance. Ref Number: 2386069 Hollywood Community Center Caretaker: Duties to include but not limited to: General light maintenance. Some cleaning duties. Ref Number: 2386070

AWARE SUPPORT & SELF CARE GROUPS If you or those with whom you work wish to connect with people in relation to your mental wellbeing, consider using Aware’s phone-in and Zoom support and self-care groups, support line or support mail. For more information, visit www.aware.ie.

Accord Prayer for Marriage & Family Life God of love, show us our place in this world as channels of your love. Give to us the gift of respect, empathy and understanding. Bless and strengthen our love for each other. Help us to appreciate the value of family life and to live in harmony with all whom we come in contact with. Encourage us, we pray, to act justly, love tenderly and walk humbly with the Lord. Praise be to the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT The Irish Hospice Foundation provides a free Bereavement Support Line. This National Freephone Service is available from 10am to 1pm, Monday to Friday, by calling 1800 807077. Visit www.hospicefoundation.ie for more information.

Want to learn guitar without leaving home? Great for kids and teens No travel, no hassle. Contact Dylan on 087-1049750 for more info

Book your Hearing Test in McGreals Pharmacy today! Visit www.mcgreals.ie or talk to a member of our team in store.

Midsummer Carboot  Sunday 22nd June 8am to 4pm.  Blessington Carboot beside Aldi Store Free Carparking facilities. Toilets / Teas / Coffee.  Indoor and Outdoor Space Available. Cost 10 euro per Stall. Bigi Linn. Bargains Galore. Info 0860752072  Pat Conlan

Social Dancing. Enjoy an evening of dancing to Philip English In Donard Community Hall Saturday 21^st June  9pm -12am.  All Welcome.

Cleaner Required  with own transport, 4hrs weekly 0872220494/045865535

Piano, harp and theory lessons available  based in Kilteel, 10km from Blessington. Qualified teacher with a Bachelor of Music degree and 5 years teaching experience in Alexandra College Dublin. Experienced in both RIAM and ABRSM exam syllabus. Limited spaces available. All ages above 7 are welcomed. Please contact sineadking565@gmail.com  for more information.

Balance Looking to improve strength, flexibility, and stress levels in a supportive space? Balance Reformer Pilates offers low-impact, high-results workouts designed for every body no matter your fitness level, or experience. Located over the SVP shop. Intro offer available. 4 classes €60. www.balancestudios.ie

GARDENING SERVICES Grass cutting / Ride on lawnmower Push Lawnmower, Chainsaw Cutting, Splitting Timber, Spraying, Weeding, Power washing Driveway Patios, General Maintenance around your home. Just Call for reasonable Quotes/ Price. Call or text 0876640695.

GROUND WORKS  All aspects of groundwork, landscaping, drainage work, concrete, general tidy ups and  digger hire available Call Kevin 087 698 3849

Professional Tree Care Tree pruning, Tree Removal,  Emergency tree works, Hedge Maintenance We are your local tree service,  with over 15 years in the tree industry. Fully qualified & insured. Call Shane Keogh 0833846287 Email info@protree.ie

Are you feeling every Muscle Ache and Pain? Are you struggling Lifting the Kids or Sitting at a Desk in Work? Have you got Chronic Muscle or Joint Pain? And struggling to perform Simple Day-to-Day Tasks? We have just opened a new local Sports & Holistic Therapy Clinic. Fully qualified ITEC, fully insured and well experienced Therapist. Looking forward to welcoming all our new clients today. Phone Jennifer: 087 9021099.

Piano And Music  Theory Lesson in Ballymore-Eustace (CLASSICAL and JAZZ). Experimented teacher (20 years of teaching) Trial lesson (30min) €25 €zacharieblin@yahoo.fr 089 483 7341

Local beekeeper  selling 100% Local Raw Honey. From apiarie at Woodend Blessington. Honey 230 gm jars. Spring creamy honey from Woodend, Sorrell Hill area. €8 per jar. Delivery available. Contact John 0862572505

Blessington Taxi Phone Greg 087 2626 393

Catriona Byrne & Co Solicitors BESIDE AIB – OVER 20 YEARS ESTABLISHED FOR ALL YOUR LEGAL NEEDS 3 Mill Bank, Blessington County Wicklow Tel: 045 857 537 www.catrionsbyrne.ie

Septic Tanks Emptied & Digger Hire Call Dermot or Adam Phibbs 087 799 5320 – 083 037 4750 lizmphibbs6@gmail.com      License no: NWCPO-21-12619-01

Blessington Counselling & Psychotherapy – Mandy Downes MAPCP 085 134 9813 Specialist in CBT & Solution focused Therapy

Wicklow & Kildare Mental Health Services  Counselling & Psychotherapy. Aran Centre, Blessington, Co. Wicklow. For Bookings please contact, by phone: 089 274 4920 or e-mail: info@wicklowandkildarementalhealth.ie

Driving instructor RSA and ADI approved.  Contact Michael 087 459 4258  for bookings.

Painter & Decorator Interior & Exterior Call Damien 085 826 0431

HEADSTONES McEvoy Monumental Works Blessington. Headstones, Inscriptions, Renovations. Serving the people of Blessington for over 40 years. Call to our workshop at Millbank Blessington Call: Mick 045 865 487 – 086 843 8832 or Gary 087 933 3487 www.mcevoymonumentalworks.com

Local Builder Available All services under one roof, Windows & Doors, Plumbing, Tiling, Roofing, Plastering, Electrical, Carpentry, Insulation. All levels of construction services available. Fully registered. Call Paul: 086 309 1829

Eagle Cleaning Solutions Chimney Cleaning, Exterior Power Washing, Window Cleaning, Gutter Cleaning & Repairs. Find us on Facebook! Call for appointment: 087 247 4388. info@eaglecleaningsolutions.com

German Autoworks – Service Specialist VW/Audi, Mercedes, Skoda, Seat, Opel – Call 087 286 3997 www.germanautoworks.ie

Tomphibbs.ie Kiln-Dried Firewood Standard bag from €110 Large bag from €180 Larch, birch, hornbeam, or ash available. Call 01-2118469 Delivery charge – €20 per order

Niall Kearns Building & Roofing Contractor 086 274 6969 nkbuildandroof@gmail.com Building New Homes, Extensions, Sunrooms Attic Conversions, Renovations, Chimney Repairs Roofing New Roofs, All Roof Repairs Flat Roofs, Gutter Repairs Roof Replacement, PVC Fascia & Soffit All Work Fully Guaranteed

JP&M Doyle What’s Your Property Worth? Talk to us today for your free-Market Appraisal Specializing In Residential Town & Country Homes Development & Agricultural Land Commercial Property Lettings, Valuations. 2025 is your year to make it happen! With high demand and a lack of supply, now is the perfect time to maximise your property’s value. www.jpmdoyle.ie Tel: 045-865568

Counselling/ Psychotherapy at The Healer’s Dance Blessington Adult Counselling, Adolescent Counselling & low-cost counselling for adults Call today for more information on 0872362955 or check us on Instagram or our website www.healersdance.com

Mass intentions in Blessington

Saturday: Ann Smith…A, John Lipsett…4th A, Annie Kilbride …A, Maureen Cuddy…A

Sunday: Jim Toomey…A Patricia Heaphy…RD Kathleen McGarryigle…RD

Monday: Mass for the Sick & those in Hospital

Tuesday: Christina White…RD,  Get Well Intentions Mass

Wednesday: T.J Caplis…RD, James Keogh…RD

Thursday: Gerard Walsh…RD, Mary Pryor…RD, Mary Kavanagh…A

Friday: 1st Friday of the month, Mass offered for all on the November List of the Dead A blessing of St Pio’s relic will take place after 9.30 Mass this morning

Feast Days 3^rd June – St Kevin St Kevin was a native of Leinster and grew up in Kilnamanagh, where he received his early religious formation. Wishing to be a hermit, he crossed the mountains to Glendalough and settled in Disert Caoimhghin at the foot of the upper lake but disciples began to gather round him. Gradually the great monastic settlement grew and spread through the glen after his death in 618. 6^th June – St Jarlath St Jarlath is said to have been a disciple of St Enda and was also taught by St Benignus. He became abbot bishop of the monastery he founded at Tuam in the sixth century.

Date for your Diary – Sunday 22nd June  The annual Corpus Christi procession will take place on at 3pm in the grounds of St Joseph’s church Valleymount. All First Holy Communion children are invited to join in the procession. Sunday 29^th June at 2pm Manor Kilbride Cemetery Sunday Sunday 6th July  The annual blessing of the graves will take place at 3pm in Templeboden cemetery.

Pray & Play Group In the Coimin Centre, Every Wed 2.45pm to 4.30pm. For children of all ages with their parents, grandparents, guardians. Contact Áine 086 107 0480

Rosary & Holy Hour  The Holy Hour with Rosary and Adoration will be at 7pm every Wed for the duration of the Summer months.

Minister of Eucharist – June 2025 Church of Our Lady Blessington SAT 6PM: Teresa Ball & Sarah Ortega SUNDAY 10AM: Aisling Molloy & AnnaNora Hudson

Blessington Parish Lotto Numbers on 22^nd May: 3,8,1,27. €25 Winner: Anna Nagle.   Next Jackpot €3000.

Congratulation to the winners of the Lacken & Valleymount May Draw Lizzy Brophy & Ivan Carroll, Tanya & John Cullen, Mary & Seamus Kavanagh, Martina & Ger Traynor, Jennifer Mahon, Corine & Leo O’Connor.

In the Catholic Church, June is traditionally dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.  A popular prayer for the month is the Memorare to the Sacred Heart, which asks for the Sacred Heart’s help and mercy.  Memorare to the Sacred Heart: “Remember, O most sweet Jesus, that no one who has had recourse to Thy Sacred Heart, implored its help, or sought its mercy was ever abandoned. Encouraged with confidence, O tenderest of hearts, we present ourselves before Thee, crushed beneath the weight of our sins. In our misery, O Sacred Heart of Jesus, despise not our simple prayers, but mercifully grant our requests.”. Amen

Sacred Heart Novena This Novena is for the nine days leading to the Feast of the Sacred Heart, which falls this year on 27th June. Maybe you will pray it alone, with family or friends or as part of a Parish Group. Wherever and however you walk these days, know that his heart is there for you.

Novena Prayer Lord Jesus Christ, your heart was moved with love for those who came for help in their need. You healed the sick, you fed the hungry, you forgave sinners, you cried over Jerusalem. Above all, you showed to those who were prepared to listen the way to true life, for you are the Way, the Truth and  the Life. Lord, your heart is all moved today by your people and their many needs. Open my heart to hear your word, to accept your love and to respond to your call. In particular, I beg you to grant me the favour I ask during this Novena (make your request silently),  provided that it will contribute to my own eternal good and to the  building up of your kingdom of love, peace and justice here on earth. Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, I place all my trust in you. Amen

Prayer St. Kevin of Glendalough St. Kevin, Abbot of Glendalough, you were a shining example of holiness, a man of deep prayer and love for God’s creation. Intercede for us, that we may follow your example, growing in faith, hope, and charity. May we, like you, be attentive to the beauty of the world and the presence of God in all things. Pray for us, St. Kevin, and help us to live lives that are pleasing to God. Amen

Popes Intentions for JUNE 2025 THAT THE WORLD MAY GROW IN COMPASSION Let us pray that each one of us might find consolation in a personal relat1onsh1p with Jesus, and from his Heart, learn to have compassion on the world.

A Prayer for our Parish Heavenly Father, Bless our Church and our parish, And all the good work that goes on in them. May all who are Christians live and work together for the good of each other and the glory of your Name. May those who do not know you be brought by our example to a loving knowledge and peace with you.  Amen

Pilgrimage for the Jubilee year 2025. Pilgrimage is an important component of a Jubilee year. Many travel abroad for pilgrimage, but a pilgrimage can also take place with the abundant Christian locations we have within our own Diocese. An exhibition ‘Pockets of Hope’ has been set up in the four Jubilee Churches in our Archdiocese: -St. Mary’s Pro-Cathedral,  Marlborough Street. -Our Lady of Lourdes, Sean McDermott Street. -Church of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, City Quay. -St. Andrew’s Church, Westland Row. There is a further display in St. Kevin’s Parish Church, Glendalough.

The Jubilee Prayer Father in heaven, may the faith you have given us in your son, Jesus Christ, our brother, and the flame of charity enkindled in our hearts by the Holy Spirit, reawaken in us the blessed hope for the coming of your Kingdom. May your grace transform us into tireless cultivators of the seeds of the Gospel. May those seeds transform from within both humanity and the whole cosmos in the sure expectation of a new heaven and a new earth, when, with the powers of Evil vanquished, your glory will shine eternally. May the grace of the Jubilee reawaken in us, Pilgrims of Hope, a yearning for the treasures of heaven. May that same grace spread the joy and peace of our Redeemer throughout the earth. To you our God, eternally blessed, be glory and praise for ever. Amen

Prayer before exam Father, Be with me as I take this exam  Keep my mind alert and my memory sharp. Calm my nerves and help me concentrate. I know that you walk with me, Guiding my path and inspiring my heart. I pray that I would feel you with me, And that your friendship would soften the pressure I feel I pray that I would pass this exam and go on to new things with you. Thank you for your peace and your love in my life. Thank you for your kindness and care for me. Amen.

Prayer Before Exams O great St. Joseph of Cupertino who, by your prayers, obtained from God to be asked at your examination only the propositions which you know, pray that I, like you, may succeed in the examination which lies before me. In return I promise to make your name known and cause you to be loved. Amen

CARE OF THE EARTH Be gentle with the earth.

Thought of the Week God acts in humility, in silence, in the little things

A Summer Prayer Long warm days… The pace of life slows… A time for picnics and rest in the shade… Lord, help me to rest awhile in the cooling shade of your presence. Slow down my restless heart and fill me with gentle compassion for all your people. Amen.

There will be a pilgrimage to Knock on Sun July 13th departing at 7.30am from the Blessington church carpark. The pilgrimage will include meditation in the Creation garden, anointing of the sick, Confession and mass in the Basilica at 3pm. For further details contact 086 1609293.

HILLBILLY TRACTOR  & CAR RUN 20th Anniversary June 29th Picnic Area, Ballyknockan Registration From 10am Departing At 12.30pm Contact Jack 0872863636

The Community Cafe Wednesday the 4th of June 11.30am to 1.30pm at Kilteel Hall. This is the last Community Café before the summer break.  To make it a bit more special we will have lots of Savoury and Sweet food for you to try. A Brunch type of affair. We would really love to see you there.  Everyone is welcome.  Young and not so young. Please note the later start time of 11.30am.

Four Host Families Needed For Spanish Boys & Girls ages between 12 & 15 Dates:28^th June -26^th July Students attend school every day. If you are interested contact WhatsApp Paloma 00 33 628 11 49 38 Michelle 085 253 1377 Email: Kinsdale.paloma@gmail.com

Table Tennis Club. If anyone is interested in helping to set up a table tennis club for children please contact the parish office with your details. Call 045 865327 between 9am & 1pm

Volunteer Opportunity  Join our Monthly Social Club! Hosted by the Alzheimer Society of Ireland. The Coimin Centre, Blessington, Co. Wicklow. Last Friday of every month Starting 30 May  Just 2 hours of your time We’re looking for warm, friendly volunteers to help create a welcoming space for people living with dementia. Interested? Contact Teresa Nagle at  085 870 6852 or email teresa.glover@alzheimer.ie

Blessington Library (045) 891 740 Chess Club for children Every Friday from 3 pm No booking required. English Conversation Group Tuesdays 12 – 2 pm Thursdays 5 -7 pm No booking required.

Blessington Community Employment Vacancies These are developmental opportunities, no experience necessary. Please contact us on 085-2523563 or martincahill@blessingtonce.ie  Please note *You must be in receipt of a social welfare payment for the last 12 months to qualify for these positions. * CE Rates Apply.  St Mary’s Church Caretaker: This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Ref Number: 2381875 Valleymount GAA Caretaker: Duties will include but not limited to: Grass cutting and pitch maintenance, Some cleaning duties.  Ref Number: 2381878 Blessington Greenway Caretaker: Duties to include but not restricted to grass cutting, verge and tree maintenance. Ref Number: 2386069 Hollywood Community Center Caretaker: Duties to include but not limited to: General light maintenance. Some cleaning duties. Ref Number: 2386070

AWARE SUPPORT & SELF CARE GROUPS If you or those with whom you work wish to connect with people in relation to your mental wellbeing, consider using Aware’s phone-in and Zoom support and self-care groups, support line or support mail. For more information, visit www.aware.ie.

Accord Prayer for Marriage & Family Life God of love, show us our place in this world as channels of your love. Give to us the gift of respect, empathy and understanding. Bless and strengthen our love for each other. Help us to appreciate the value of family life and to live in harmony with all whom we come in contact with. Encourage us, we pray, to act justly, love tenderly and walk humbly with the Lord. Praise be to the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT The Irish Hospice Foundation provides a free Bereavement Support Line. This National Freephone Service is available from 10am to 1pm, Monday to Friday, by calling 1800 807077. Visit www.hospicefoundation.ie for more information.

Blessington U3A are pleased to announce our next talk Speaker: Lt. Colonel (retired) Ray Lane Title: “Only a Soldier Knows” Date: Tue 20th May at 10.30am Venue: Avon Hotel, Blessington All are welcome  Non-members €5 per person.

Want to learn guitar without leaving home? Great for kids and teens No travel, no hassle. Contact Dylan on 087-1049750 for more info

Book your Hearing Test in McGreals Pharmacy today! Visit www.mcgreals.ie or talk to a member of our team in store.

Professional Tree Care Tree pruning, Tree Removal,  Emergency tree works, Hedge Maintenance We are your local tree service,  with over 15 years in the tree industry. Fully qualified & insured. Call Shane Keogh 0833846287 Email info@protree.ie

Alexandro Ferreira Atelier Expert precision tailoring and high-quality alterations for all garment types — from elegant bridal and evening wear to everyday clothing. Based in Blessington. Phone: 0871946331 Instagram: alexandrofatelier.

Are you feeling every Muscle Ache and Pain? Are you struggling Lifting the Kids or Sitting at a Desk in Work? Have you got Chronic Muscle or Joint Pain? And struggling to perform Simple Day-to-Day Tasks? We have just opened a new local Sports & Holistic Therapy Clinic. Fully qualified ITEC, fully insured and well experienced Therapist. Looking forward to welcoming all our new clients today. Phone Jennifer: 087 9021099.

Piano And Music  Theory Lesson in Ballymore-Eustace (CLASSICAL and JAZZ). Experimented teacher (20 years of teaching) Trial lesson (30min) €25 €zacharieblin@yahoo.fr 089 483 7341

Local beekeeper  selling 100% Local Raw Honey. From apiarie at Woodend Blessington. Honey 230 gm jars. Spring creamy honey from Woodend, Sorrell Hill area. €8 per jar. Delivery available. Contact John 0862572505

Blessington Taxi Phone Greg 087 2626 393

Catriona Byrne & Co Solicitors BESIDE AIB – OVER 20 YEARS ESTABLISHED FOR ALL YOUR LEGAL NEEDS 3 Mill Bank, Blessington County Wicklow Tel: 045 857 537 www.catrionsbyrne.ie

Septic Tanks Emptied & Digger Hire Call Dermot or Adam Phibbs 087 799 5320 – 083 037 4750 lizmphibbs6@gmail.com      License no: NWCPO-21-12619-01

Blessington Counselling & Psychotherapy – Mandy Downes MAPCP 085 134 9813 Specialist in CBT & Solution focused Therapy

Wicklow & Kildare Mental Health Services  Counselling & Psychotherapy. Aran Centre, Blessington, Co. Wicklow. For Bookings please contact, by phone: 089 274 4920 or e-mail: info@wicklowandkildarementalhealth.ie

Driving instructor RSA and ADI approved.  Contact Michael 087 459 4258  for bookings.

Painter & Decorator Interior & Exterior Call Damien 085 826 0431

HEADSTONES McEvoy Monumental Works Blessington. Headstones, Inscriptions, Renovations. Serving the people of Blessington for over 40 years. Call to our workshop at Millbank Blessington Call: Mick 045 865 487 – 086 843 8832 or Gary 087 933 3487 www.mcevoymonumentalworks.com

Local Builder Available All services under one roof, Windows & Doors, Plumbing, Tiling, Roofing, Plastering, Electrical, Carpentry, Insulation. All levels of construction services available. Fully registered. Call Paul: 086 309 1829

Eagle Cleaning Solutions Chimney Cleaning, Exterior Power Washing, Window Cleaning, Gutter Cleaning & Repairs. Find us on Facebook! Call for appointment: 087 247 4388. info@eaglecleaningsolutions.com

German Autoworks – Service Specialist VW/Audi, Mercedes, Skoda, Seat, Opel – Call 087 286 3997 www.germanautoworks.ie

Tomphibbs.ie Kiln-Dried Firewood Standard bag from €110 Large bag from €180 Larch, birch, hornbeam, or ash available. Call 01-2118469 Delivery charge – €20 per order

Niall Kearns Building & Roofing Contractor 086 274 6969 nkbuildandroof@gmail.com Building New Homes, Extensions, Sunrooms Attic Conversions, Renovations, Chimney Repairs Roofing New Roofs, All Roof Repairs Flat Roofs, Gutter Repairs Roof Replacement, PVC Fascia & Soffit All Work Fully Guaranteed

JP&M Doyle What’s Your Property Worth? Talk to us today for your free-Market Appraisal Specializing In Residential Town & Country Homes Development & Agricultural Land Commercial Property Lettings, Valuations. 2025 is your year to make it happen! With high demand and a lack of supply, now is the perfect time to maximise your property’s value. www.jpmdoyle.ie Tel: 045-865568

Counselling/ Psychotherapy at The Healer’s Dance Blessington Adult Counselling, Adolescent Counselling & low-cost counselling for adults Call today for more information on 0872362955 or check us on Instagram or our website www.healersdance.com