Issue 1412 July 24th 2022

Mass intentions this week

William Malone (RD) Blanchardstown, Frances Caygill (RD) Sligo

Saturday 6pm: John Dolan (RD), Nancy O’Neill (RD)

Sunday 10am: Ann Cowie (1st A), Sadie Sargent (A), Hugh McKechnie (A)

We also Remember: 

Monday: Mass offered for the Sick & those in Hospital

Tuesday: Laura McHugh (5th A), Lila Curley (RD)

Wednesday: Liz Curran (RD), Patsy Blake (RD)

Thursday: Mass offered for all on Blessington Deceased Mass Card List

Friday: John Tobin (RD), Teresa Flood (RD)

Mass Times this weekend:

Saturday 23rd July: Blessington: 6pm, Lacken: 7.30pm

Sunday 24th July: Blessington: 10am, Manor Kilbride: 11am,Valleymount: 11.15am, Crosschapel: 11.30am.

Tuesday 26th July: Holy Hour & Adoration 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady.

St Mary’s Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto. Numbers drawn on 21st July: 1, 12, 17, 25. Weekly €25 Winner: Sinead Nielson. Next Jackpot is €1475

Summer Dues Envelopes are now available in all our Churches to support the priests of the Diocese. You can take one as you visit the Church during the summer months and return to the Parish Office or to the collection boxes in the Church.

GIFT CARD FOUND IN THE OFFICE SHOP. Earlier in the year we found a gift card in the shop. We are anxious to locate the owner. If you think it might be yours, please call into the shop.

CHILD’S “NITRO” BIKE FOUND Behind the Church. Contact the Parish Office: 045 865 327  office@blessington.info

Blessington Car Boot Sale St. Kevin’s Hall on Sunday 24th July 7am to 4pm Tea/Coffee. Indoor & Outdoor Spaces. Free Parking. Toilets. Tables €10. Bargains Galore! Pat Conlan: 086 075 2072

Peter & Liam of the Hot House Flowers play the West Wicklow House on Monday 25th July. Ticket price of €40.00 includes a two-course meal. Details 045 865 214

West Wicklow Cancer Support July Monthly Drop in Evening Thursday 28th July from 7.30pm to 9pm. In the Coimin Centre, Blessington. A Candle Making Tutorial evening hosted by Karen Allison of Crafty Craic Studios. A fun & creative evening learning about different techniques, oils & the history around candle making. All Welcome, No charge. Do come along & bring a friend. Enquiries: 087 4346004

THE 10 TOWN BUSK – Enda Kelly will busk his way through 10 towns in Co Wicklow in aid of Wicklow Hospice & Care Services. Kicking the event off in Blessington on Friday 29th July from 6pm to 8pm in Market Square. Come along & enjoy this event & support a very worthy cause. Donations to the Hospice can be made on the night with Hospice Volunteers or to donate online look for ‘The 10 Town Busk’ Just Giving Page  https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/wicklowhospice10townbusk

FIGHTING WORDS – Two free, fun-filled, creative writing workshops are taking place in Blessington Library on Saturday 6th August. 10am to 12 noon: 7 to 9 years. 1pm to 4pm: 10 to 12 years

DESIGN YOUR OWN SUPERHERO with Alan Nolan. Join author & illustrator Alan Nolan as you learn how to draw a super-powered animal & design your very own superhero. Thursday 11th August at 11amCall or email to book your spot 045 891 740  @wicklowcoco.ie

The Carers of those affected by Mental Illness meet on the 1st Monday each month (2nd Monday on Bank Holiday w/end) at 8pm in the Centre for Living on Carysford Ave, Blackrock, Co Dublin

Blessington Parish Office is open from 9am  to 1pm, Monday to Friday. Mass Cards & Gift Items available. Bookings for Mass Intentions. Newsletter Items. Call: 045 865 327 or Email:  office@blessington.info

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 by saving €5 Stay Warm Saving Stamps on the savings card & using the stamps to pay (in full or part payment) for fuel supplies. The Scheme is open to all households in the Blessington area and full details are available on the card. This initiative is in association with the Department of Communications Energy & Natural Resources. The €5 Stay Warm Saving Stamps & Savings Card are only available from Hennessy’s Hardware and SVP Shop. 

Grandparents Pilgrimage to Knock will take place on Sunday 24th July. For more details contact: Connie catholicgrandparents@gmail.com or 085 8704722.

Blessington Chess Club Improve your memory & Concentration. Learn Chess. Blessington Academy Starting Summer 2022,  www.facebook.com/chessacademy2022  For All Ages & Levels. Info Email: blessingtonchess@gmail.com

The Summer Stars Reading Programme is kicking off this week & Running until 31st August in Blessington Library. All children who sign-up receive a free library bag & reading card to track their reading progress. At the end of the summer, there’s an award ceremony, certificate & medal for all participants. There are lots of events planned too!

Clothes Collection Supporting Friends of Calcutta (CHY No: 13218) on Tuesday July 26th from 10am-1pm. All items of wearable clothing, footwear, curtains most welcome and can be left at any stage that day close to the FOC sign in Church Car Park up to end of collection at 1pm. All enquiries to Michael Hopkins 087-9073074 who will be delighted to arrange a home Collection if requested.

Blessington AFC – The club are looking for players for the new season 22/23 for the following age groups. If interested, please contact the coaches listed below for the relevant age groups: U10 Boys Team (born 2013)  Contact Keith 085 211 8319 U10 Girls Team (born 2013) Contact Marie 087 7525877 U13D Team (born 2010) Contact Mick 087 8341371 U13A Team (born 2010)  Contact Ross 087 251 0084 U14 Team (born 2009) Contact Cathal 087 2356045 U15 Team (born 2008) Contact Ken 083 870 1926 U16A Team (born 2007) Contact Lar 087 2653519 U16B Team (born 2007) Contact Sean 086 1629756 U17 Team (born 2006)  Contact Paul 087 6706236 U18 Team (born 2005)  Contact Stephen 086 606 0677 Senior Saturday Team Contact Len 086 4066894

St Vincent de Paul Blessington, local number 087 181 1579

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The Office Shop Blessington Now have the full range of Back-To-School Stationery at reasonable prices. Special offers  on some school bags and pencil cases. Stationery Packs for St. Mary’s Junior & Senior Schools already made up. We can make up packs for all schools in the area. Feel free to drop in your list or email to  statbos@gmail.com

Available for dog walking or cat feeding while you’re away on holidays or working from home call 087 446 1082.

Peter & Liam of the Hot House Flowers play the West Wicklow House on Monday 25th July. Ticket price of €40.00 includes a two-course meal. Details 045 865 214

Job Vacancy R&H have vacancies for full time general operatives. Please email your CV to Sharon for further information   s.casey@rh-lenses.com

FOR SALE – Leafy, 5 Bed Home, including Garden Apartment and Bespoke Office. ‘Orchard View’, Kilteel, Naas, Co Kildare. W91 XRF9. €695,000 Tel: 01 2478851 Sales@LRE.ie  www.LRE.ie

Interior Designs by Elizabeth Creative, Unique, Personal. Please phone: 086 088 1806. Email: elizabethdoyle.ed@gmail.com

Very nice Self-Contained Private Office to let at Aran Centre from 1st July. €115 per week all-in. Tel. 087 8175227.

Gardening – For Hedge clipping, Beds overhauled, Strimming, etc Phone Mark 085 133 7714 (Greenleaf Garden Care)

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

BLESSINGTON Airport Taxi Plus, Hospital and City Run’s, Standard Taxi €87 one way, Large 7- Seater €97 one way. All other Runs prices on the meter. Call Richard: 087 255 7993

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

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

Noel Nolan – Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service  www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com

Clarkes Funeral Directors I.A.F.D. Funeral Home & Office, Burgage, Blessington. All areas serviced. Phone: Tony or Regina: 087 273 9048 / 087 659 6426 www.funeraldirectorsblessington.ie

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

Newsletter Advertising Rates, For just 50c per word per week you can reach a large, local audience. Cut-off for receiving adverts is Wed 10am. You can email the copy to office@blessington.info and pay in the Parish Office, or via the Donate button on our website or by bank transfer. Call the Parish Office: 045 865 327

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Church of Our Lady, Blessington – Mass Times: Saturday 6.00pm.  Sunday 10.00am

Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9.30am – Fr. Richard Behan PP. Tel: 045 865327

Church of Our Lady of Mercy, Crosschapel – Mass Times: Sundays 11.30am

Weekdays: Monday to Saturday 10.00am – Archdeacon Kevin Lyon. Tel: 045 865215

St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride – Mass Times: Sundays 11.00am

Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9am – Fr. Paraic McDermott C.S. Sp., Tel: 01 4582154

St. Joseph’s Church, Valleymount – Mass Times: Sunday 11.15am.

Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Lacken – Mass Time: Saturdays 7.30pm

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

 

 

Issue 1411 July 17th 2022

Mass intentions this week

Mary Crotty (née McGillycuddy) (RD) Manor Kilbride

Saturday 6pm: John & Mary Ann Gallagher (A), Ann Mellin (A), Peggy Cryan (Rem)

Sunday 10am: Maureen Johnston (Months Mind), Brian Kane (1st A), Sean O’Brien (Birthday Rem), Bob Curtin (A), Mary Creighton (A), Alan Clarke (A)

We also Remember: Patrick Cullen, Kay Lennon, John Nolan, Michael Lennon, John & Nora Moran

Monday:  Mass offered for the Sick & those in Hospital

Tuesday: Birthday Mass, Intentions Mass

Wednesday: Jennifer Craig (RD), Patsy Scannell (RD)

Thursday: Intentions Mass, Thinking of you Mass Intentions

Friday: Special Intentions, Thanksgiving Mass

Mass Times this week: Saturday 16th July: Blessington: 6pm, Lacken 7.30pm

Saturday 16th July: Feast Day of  Our Lady of Mount Carmel Lacken Church was dedicated to Our Lady of Mount Carmel in 1882 by Carmelite Priest Fr Edward Rowan. The Novena Prayers will be said in Lacken on Sat at 7.30pm Mass

Sunday 17th July: Blessington: 10am, Manor Kilbride: 11am, Valleymount: 11.15am, Crosschapel: 11.30am.

Tuesday 19th July: Holy Hour & Adoration 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady.

The family of the late Brian Kane, Blessington Abbey, would like to express their sincere & heartfelt thanks to our relatives, friends & neighbours for their expressions of sympathy & many gestures of support & kindness shown to us during Brian’s illness & following our sad loss on the 17th of July last. We wish to thank our family, friends, neighbours & well-wishers who attended the wake, funeral Mass & burial at Burgage Cemetery. For those who sent cards & messages of condolences as well as those who made charitable donations, we are truly grateful. We wish to extend a special word of thanks to the doctors & nurses of the Oncology Unit of St. James Hospital & Naas Hospital for the care shown to Brian during his illness. We also wish to thank the doctors & nurses of Naas Hospital, Solas Room, for the wonderful care, kindness & respect shown to Brian and us, his family, during his final few days in their care. For all those who participated in the funeral Mass & burial, especially Fr. Richard & Deacon Gerry & for Tony & Regina Clarke for their sensitive & efficient handling of the funeral arrangements.  To all those who helped in any way, your contribution made our loss more bearable.  As it would be impossible to thank everyone, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deepest gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.

Summer Dues Envelopes are now available in all our Churches to support the priests of the Diocese. You can take one as you visit the Church during the summer months and return to the Parish Office or to the collection boxes in the Church.

GIFT CARD FOUND IN THE OFFICE SHOP. Earlier in the year we found a gift card in the shop. We are anxious to locate the owner. If you think it might be yours, please call into the shop.

CHILD’S “NITRO” BIKE FOUND Behind the Church. Contact the Parish Office: 045 865 327  office@blessington.info

Blessington Car Boot Sale St. Kevin’s Hall on Sunday 24th July 7am to 4pm Tea/Coffee. Indoor & Outdoor Spaces. Free Parking. Toilets. Tables €10. Bargains Galore! Pat Conlan: 086 075 2072

Social Dancing in Donard Community Hall (W91YW57) is on Saturday16th July in Donard Community Hall. Music by The Wicklow Man. Dancing: 9pm to Midnight. Donation: €10.

Peter & Liam of the Hot House Flowers play the West Wicklow House on Monday 25th July. Ticket price of €40.00 includes a two-course meal. Details 045 865 214

Blessington Parish Office is open from 9am to 1pm, Monday to Friday. Mass Cards & Gift Items available. Bookings for Mass Intentions. Newsletter Items. Call: 045 865 327 or Email:  office@blessington.info

St Mary’s Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto. Numbers drawn on 14th July: 1, 2, 5, 24.  Weekly €25 Winner: Fiona Duffy. Next Jackpot is €1425

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 by saving €5 Stay Warm Saving Stamps on the savings card & using the stamps to pay (in full or part payment) for fuel supplies. The Scheme is open to all households in the Blessington area and full details are available on the card. This initiative is in association with the Department of Communications Energy & Natural Resources. The €5 Stay Warm Saving Stamps & Savings Card are only available from Hennessy’s Hardware and SVP Shop. 

Grandparents Pilgrimage to Knock will take place on Sunday 24th July. For more details contact: Connie catholicgrandparents@gmail.com or 085 8704722.

Blessington Chess Club Improve your memory & Concentration. Learn Chess. Blessington Academy Starting Summer 2022,  www.facebook.com/chessacademy2022  For All Ages & Levels. Info Email: blessingtonchess@gmail.com

The Summer Stars Reading Programme is kicking off this week & Running until 31st August in Blessington Library. All children who sign-up receive a free library bag & reading card to track their reading progress. At the end of the summer, there’s an award ceremony, certificate & medal for all participants. There are lots of events planned too!

Clothes Collection Supporting Friends of Calcutta (CHY No: 13218) on Tuesday July 26th from 10am-1pm. All items of wearable clothing, footwear, curtains most welcome and can be left at any stage that day close to the FOC sign in Church Car Park up to end of collection at 1pm. All enquiries to Michael Hopkins 087-9073074 who will be delighted to arrange a home Collection if requested.

Blessington AFC – The club are looking for players for the new season 22/23 for the following age groups. If interested, please contact the coaches listed below for the relevant age groups: U10 Boys Team (born 2013)  Contact Keith 085 211 8319 U10 Girls Team (born 2013) Contact Marie 087 7525877 U13D Team (born 2010) Contact Mick 087 8341371 U13A Team (born 2010)  Contact Ross 087 251 0084 U14 Team (born 2009) Contact Cathal 087 2356045 U15 Team (born 2008) Contact Ken 083 870 1926 U16A Team (born 2007) Contact Lar 087 2653519 U16B Team (born 2007) Contact Sean 086 1629756 U17 Team (born 2006)  Contact Paul 087 6706236 U18 Team (born 2005)  Contact Stephen 086 606 0677 Senior Saturday Team Contact Len 086 4066894

St Vincent de Paul Blessington, local number 087 181 1579

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2 Bed Duplex fully furnished apartment available in The Tramways. Contact 087 663 5359 to arrange viewing.

The Office Shop Blessington Now have the full range of Back-To-School Stationery at reasonable prices. Special offers  on some school bags and pencil cases. Stationery Packs for St. Mary’s Junior & Senior Schools already made up. We can make up packs for all schools in the area. Feel free to drop in your list or email to  statbos@gmail.com

Available for dog walking or cat feeding while you’re away on holidays or working from home call 087 446 1082.

Peter & Liam of the Hot House Flowers play the West Wicklow House on Monday 25th July. Ticket price of €40.00 includes a two-course meal. Details 045 865 214

Job Vacancy R&H have vacancies for full time general operatives. Please email your CV to Sharon for further information   s.casey@rh-lenses.com

FOR SALE – Leafy, 5 Bed Home, including Garden Apartment and Bespoke Office. ‘Orchard View’, Kilteel, Naas, Co Kildare. W91 XRF9. €695,000 Tel: 01 2478851 Sales@LRE.ie  www.LRE.ie

Mick’s Mobile Auto Cleaning. Call or text for best service and rates around. Visit my page on Facebook for examples and reviews. Phone 086 371 2328.

Interior Designs by Elizabeth Creative, Unique, Personal. Please phone: 086 088 1806. Email: elizabethdoyle.ed@gmail.com

NEED YOUR GRASS CUT? Call Jack on 087 638 0632.

Very nice Self-Contained Private Office to let at Aran Centre from 1st July. €115 per week all-in. Tel. 087 8175227.

Gardening – For Hedge clipping, Beds overhauled, Strimming, etc Phone Mark 085 133 7714 (Greenleaf Garden Care)

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

BLESSINGTON Airport Taxi Plus, Hospital and City Run’s, Standard Taxi €87 one way, Large 7- Seater €97 one way. All other Runs prices on the meter. Call Richard: 087 255 7993

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

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

Noel Nolan – Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service  www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com

Clarkes Funeral Directors I.A.F.D. Funeral Home & Office, Burgage, Blessington. All areas serviced. Phone: Tony or Regina: 087 273 9048 / 087 659 6426 www.funeraldirectorsblessington.ie

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

Newsletter Advertising Rates, For just 50c per word per week you can reach a large, local audience. Cut-off for receiving adverts is Wed 10am. You can email the copy to office@blessington.info and pay in the Parish Office, or via the Donate button on our website or by bank transfer. Call the Parish Office: 045 865 327

  • PARISH INFORMATION

Church of Our Lady, Blessington – Mass Times: Saturday 6.00pm.  Sunday 10.00am

Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9.30am – Fr. Richard Behan PP. Tel: 045 865327

Church of Our Lady of Mercy, Crosschapel – Mass Times: Sundays 11.30am

Weekdays: Monday to Saturday 10.00am – Archdeacon Kevin Lyon. Tel: 045 865215

St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride – Mass Times: Sundays 11.00am

Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9am – Fr. Paraic McDermott C.S. Sp., Tel: 01 4582154

St. Joseph’s Church, Valleymount – Mass Times: Sunday 11.15am.

Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Lacken – Mass Time: Saturdays 7.30pm

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

 

 

 

Issue 1410 July 10th 2022

Mass intentions this week

Lila Curley (RD)

Saturday 6pm: Nancy Keogh (A), Barry O’Donnell (Rem)

Sunday 10am: Colm Grogan (Months Mind), Frank Grogan (1st A), Eddie Conroy (3rd A)

We also Remember:

Monday: Mass offered for the Sick & those in Hospital

Tuesday: Thanksgiving Mass, Nancy Keogh (A)

Wednesday: Alex McDonnell (RD), Michael Corry RD)

Thursday: Birthday Mass, Thanksgiving Mass

Friday: Mary Creighton (A), Breda Williams (A), Jimmy Monaghan (RD) (Burial this morning in London. Husband of Maisie Nolan, Brother-in-law of Pete Nolan.)

The Grogan Family would like to express thanks to friends, neighbours and the community for kind wishes and support through the difficult past year, on the loss of  Frank and Colm. A Mass of thanks will be said for your intentions.

Mass Times this week

Saturday 9th July: Blessington: 6pm Lacken 7.30pm

Sunday 10th July: Blessington: 10am, Manor Kilbride: 11am, Valleymount: 11.15am, Crosschapel: 11.30am.

Tuesday 12th July: Holy Hour & Adoration 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady.

Summer Dues Envelopes are now available in all our Churches to support the priests of the Diocese. You can take one as you visit the Church during the summer months and return to the Parish Office or to the collection boxes in the Church.

CHILD’S “NITRO” BIKE FOUND Behind the Church. Contact the Parish Office: 045 865 327  office@blessington.info

The Pope’s Intentions for the month of July. We pray for the elderly, who represent the roots and memory of a people; may their experience and wisdom help young people to look towards the future with hope and responsibility.

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 by saving €5 Stay Warm Saving Stamps on the savings card & using the stamps to pay (in full or part payment) for fuel supplies. The Scheme is open to all households in the Blessington area and full details are available on the card. This initiative is in association with the Department of Communications Energy & Natural Resources. The €5 Stay Warm Saving Stamps & Savings Card are only available from Hennessy’s Hardware and SVP Shop. 

Blessington Parish Office is open from 9am to 1pm, Monday to Friday. Mass Cards & Gift Items available. Bookings for Mass Intentions. Newsletter Items. Call: 045 865 327 or Email:  office@blessington.info

St Mary’s Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto. Numbers drawn on 7th July: 4, 10, 15, 21.  Weekly €25 Winner: Christine O’Connor. Next Jackpot is €1400

Blessington Chess Club Improve your memory & Concentration. Learn Chess. Blessington Academy Starting Summer 2022,  www.facebook.com/chessacademy2022  For All Ages & Levels. Info Email: blessingtonchess@gmail.com

Our next Social Dance is on Saturday 16th July in Donard Community Hall. Music by The Wicklow Man. Dancing: 9pm to Midnight Donation: €10.

The Summer Stars Reading Programme is kicking off this week & Running until 31st August in Blessington Library. All children who sign-up receive a free library bag & reading card to track their reading progress. At the end of the summer, there’s an award ceremony, certificate & medal for all participants. There are lots of events planned too!

Blessington FC are delighted to announce that we are hosting another Intersport Elverys FAI Summer Soccer School this year. Our camp will run in Crosschapel from 8th to 12th August & is for children aged 6-14. All details can be found on our Club Facebook page. Or book using the following link: https://bookings.summersoccerschools.ie/s/

A new collaborative Art Exhibition is opening on 6th July in Baltinglass. Two local Art Groups, Cruthu Art Group & The Glen Art Group have come together to present this new exhibition. All the artists taking part in this show are living & working in the locality – a vibrant art making community that is working in an innovative and authentic way. A big thank you to Eamonn Horan of Horan’s Bar & Restaurant, Main Street, Baltinglass, who are the host for the show. Thursday 7th July to Saturday 9th July from 12 noon to 7pm. The Art on display, will feature painting, mix media, photography & jewelry from ten local artists all diverse & interesting, as these artists excel when working in their own particular medium & style showing their unique talent.

Blessington AFC – The club are looking for players for the new season 22/23 for the following age groups. If interested, please contact the coaches listed below for the relevant age groups: U10 Boys Team (born 2013)  Contact Keith 085 211 8319 U10 Girls Team (born 2013) Contact Marie 087 7525877 U13D Team (born 2010) Contact Mick 087 8341371 U13A Team (born 2010)  Contact Ross 087 251 0084 U14 Team (born 2009) Contact Cathal 087 2356045 U15 Team (born 2008) Contact Ken 083 870 1926 U16A Team (born 2007) Contact Lar 087 2653519 U16B Team (born 2007) Contact Sean 086 1629756 U17 Team (born 2006)  Contact Paul 087 6706236 U18 Team (born 2005)  Contact Stephen 086 606 0677 Senior Saturday Team Contact Len 086 4066894

St Vincent de Paul Blessington, local number 087 181 1579

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Peter & Liam of the Hot House Flowers play the West Wicklow House on Monday 25th July. Ticket price of €40.00 includes a two-course meal. Details 045 865 214

Job Vacancy R&H have vacancies for full time general operatives. Please email your CV to Sharon for further information   s.casey@rh-lenses.com

En-suite Bedroom to Rent 3 miles from Blessington. References Required – Call 087 930 9460

FOR SALE – Leafy, 5 Bed Home, including Garden Apartment and Bespoke Office. ‘Orchard View’, Kilteel, Naas, Co Kildare. W91 XRF9. €695,000 Tel: 01 2478851 Sales@LRE.ie  www.LRE.ie

Mick’s Mobile Auto Cleaning. Call or text for best service and rates around. Visit my page on Facebook for examples and reviews. Phone 086 371 2328.

Interior Designs by Elizabeth Creative, Unique, Personal. Please phone: 086 088 1806. Email: elizabethdoyle.ed@gmail.com

PRO-CATHEDRAL SEEKS TO APPOINT CHOIRS MANAGER The Manager of the Pro-Cathedral Choirs has responsibility for the planning and management of both long term and day to day non music related activities, of the Choirs in consultation with the Administrator of the Pro-Cathedral and the Director of the Choirs. The job description outlines the key responsibilities for the Choir Manager. This role includes responsibilities for and support of the two choirs, the boys and men of the Palestrina Choir and St Mary’s Pro- Cathedral Girls’ Choir. Closing date July 15th  https://www.procathedral.ie/2022/06/27/pro-cathedral-choirs-manager-position/

NEED YOUR GRASS CUT? Call Jack on 087 638 0632.

Very nice Self-Contained Private Office to let at Aran Centre from 1st July. €115 per week all-in. Tel. 087 8175227.

Archdiocese of Dublin Seeking to Appoint Property Asset Manager. The Archdiocese wishes to appoint an experienced Property Asset Manager to devise & deliver a comprehensive property strategy. Specifically, the Property Asset Manager will assist parishes to: Develop an asset management strategy, in collaboration with all stakeholders, to reflect emerging requirements. Develop efficient and effective property management tools to deliver appropriate support and quality service to parishes and other end users. Provide and deliver a property consolidation plan. Develop a residential model to reflect the future needs of the diocese. Manage all property related stakeholder relationships. Full details can be found at https://dublindiocese.ie/vacancies/ For all enquiries, please contact ide.finnegan@dublindiocese.ie

Gardening – For Hedge clipping, Beds overhauled, Strimming, etc Phone Mark 085 133 7714 (Greenleaf Garden Care)

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

BLESSINGTON Airport Taxi Plus, Hospital and City Run’s, Standard Taxi €87 one way, Large 7- Seater €97 one way. All other Runs prices on the meter. Call Richard: 087 255 7993

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

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

Noel Nolan – Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service  www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com

Clarkes Funeral Directors I.A.F.D. Funeral Home & Office, Burgage, Blessington. All areas serviced. Phone: Tony or Regina: 087 273 9048 / 087 659 6426 www.funeraldirectorsblessington.ie

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

Newsletter Advertising Rates, For just 50c per word per week you can reach a large, local audience. Cut-off for receiving adverts is Wed 10am. You can email the copy to office@blessington.info and pay in the Parish Office, or via the Donate button on our website or by bank transfer. Call the Parish Office: 045 865 327

  • PARISH INFORMATION

Church of Our Lady, Blessington – Mass Times: Saturday 6.00pm.  Sunday 10.00am

Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9.30am – Fr. Richard Behan PP. Tel: 045 865327

Church of Our Lady of Mercy, Crosschapel – Mass Times: Sundays 11.30am

Weekdays: Monday to Saturday 10.00am – Archdeacon Kevin Lyon. Tel: 045 865215

St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride – Mass Times: Sundays 11.00am

Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9am – Fr. Paraic McDermott C.S. Sp., Tel: 01 4582154

St. Joseph’s Church, Valleymount – Mass Times: Sunday 11.15am.

Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Lacken – Mass Time: Saturdays 7.30pm

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

 

 

Issue 1409 July 3rd 2022

Mass intentions this week

Saturday 6pm: Michael Kennedy (3rd A), Teresa Ball (A), Dick Byrne (Birthday Rem), John Geoghegan (A), Dec Mem of Byrne & Geoghegan Families, Essie Hanlon (Birthday Rem), Larry, Mary & Matthew Lennon (A), Michael & Ann Mary Norton (Rem), John, Joseph & Josephine McNamara (A)

Sunday 10am: Elizabeth Clarke (A), Tony Doyle (A), Seamus Reid (A), Josephine Horgan (Mama Jo) (A), David & Margaret Ryall (A)

We also Remember: Sally Egan (A), John Curran (A), Ray O’Donnell (A)

Monday: Mass offered for the Sick & those in Hospital

Tuesday: Ray O’Donnell (A), Gerard O’Hanlon (A)

Wednesday: Birthday Mass, Intentions Mass

Thursday: Berry Granger (RD), Maura O’Byrne (RD)

Friday: Michael Corry (RD), Magdalena Roe (RD)

Mass Times this week:

Saturday 2nd July: Blessington: 6pm, No 6pm Mass in Lacken on 2nd July

Sunday 3rd July: Blessington: 10am, Manor Kilbride: 11am, Valleymount: 11.15am, Crosschapel: 11.30am.

Cemetery Mass in Templeboden on Sunday 3rd July at 3.00pm (No 6pm Mass in Lacken on 2nd July)

Tuesday 5th July: Holy Hour & Adoration 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady.

Summer Dues Envelopes are now available in all our Churches to support the priests of the Diocese.You can take one as you visit the Church during the summer months and return to the Parish Office or to the collection boxes in the Church.

Thank You to all who supported me in the recent mini-Marathon. Total sum raised for Kelly for future therapy in Beaumont €915. Phyllis

June Winners in Valleymount & Lacken Private Members Draw: Mary & John Fisher, Martina & Ger Traynor, Noeleen Miley, Pat Fitzpatrick (Snr), The Twins 5 Farrington

Cara Hennessy would like to thank everyone who supported her Sing Along in Hennessy’s last Saturday, a staggering €1,067. 20 was raised for Cystic Fibrosis.

Kilbride Field Day – 3rd July 2pm at Kilbride’s New Pitch (W91 A37V) The Usual Field Day Events: Pet Show, Pony Rides, Cake Sale, Games, BBQ & more www.Kilbridegaa.com Also, Sponsored Run or Walk around Manor Kilbride at 12.30 – for more details see: www.kilbridegaa.com/sponsored-walk-run / If there are any businesses would like to offer any prizes or gifts for our Field Day raffle, we would be most grateful. Donations of books, wine, gift sets etc also welcomed for the Field Day, please drop any donations down to the Dressing Rooms (Green Unit) which will be open all this week. Or contact info@kilbridegaa.com  or call 086 311 3443. All proceeds raised go towards the new Community Playground & Walking Track in Kilbride.

Blessington Parish Office is open from 9am to 1pm, Monday to Friday. Mass Cards & Gift Items available. Bookings for Mass Intentions. Newsletter Items. Call: 045 865 327 or Email:  office@blessington.info

St Mary’s Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto. Numbers drawn on 30th June: 2, 9, 10, 21. Weekly €25 Winner: Fiona Duffy. Next Jackpot is €1325

Blessington Chess Club Improve your memory & Concentration. Learn Chess. Blessington Academy Starting Summer 2022,  www.facebook.com/chessacademy2022  For All Ages & Levels. Info Email: blessingtonchess@gmail.com

Our next Social Dance is on Saturday 16th July in Donard Community Hall. Music by The Wicklow Man. Dancing: 9pm to Midnight Donation: €10.

Association of Irish Floral Artists National Flower Festival“Another Time, Another Place* At Our Lady & St. David’s Church, Naas, St David’s Church, Naas, Naas Presbyterian Church 1st to 3rd July. Supporting The Alzheimer Society of Ireland. Festival admission €10. Raffle | Craft Table, Plant Sales | Floral Art. Variety Concert featuring Patrick Hyland in Our Lady & St David’s Church on Saturday 2nd July at 8pm Adm €12

A new collaborative Art Exhibition is opening on 6th July in Baltinglass. Two local Art Groups, Cruthu Art Group & The Glen Art Group have come together to present this new exhibition. All the artists taking part in this show are living & working in the locality – a vibrant art making community that is working in an innovative and authentic way. A big thank you to Eamonn Horan of Horan’s Bar & Restaurant, Main Street, Baltinglass, who are the host for the show. The exhibition is open on Wednesday 6th July from 6pm to 9pm. And from Thursday 7th July to Saturday 9th July from 12 noon to 7pm. The Art on display, will feature painting, mix media, photography & jewelry from ten local artists all diverse & interesting, as these artists excel when working in their own particular medium & style showing their unique talent. The opening evening for this show will include a “reading” Aisling Creegan of her new book “I am Someone”. Everyone is invited to come along and support your local artists.

The Summer Stars Reading Programme is kicking off this week & Running until 31st August in Blessington Library. All children who sign-up receive a free library bag & reading card to track their reading progress. At the end of the summer, there’s an award ceremony, certificate & medal for all participants. There are lots of events planned too!

Blessington FC are delighted to announce that we are hosting another Intersport Elverys FAI Summer Soccer School this year. Our camp will run in Crosschapel from 8th to 12th August & is for children aged 6-14. All details can be found on our Club Facebook page. Or book using the following link: https://bookings.summersoccerschools.ie/s/

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

St Vincent de Paul Blessington, local number 087 181 1579

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PRO-CATHEDRAL SEEKS TO APPOINT CHOIRS MANAGER The Manager of the Pro-Cathedral Choirs has responsibility for the planning and management of both long term and day to day non music related activities, of the Choirs in consultation with the Administrator of the Pro-Cathedral and the Director of the Choirs. The job description outlines the key responsibilities for the Choir Manager. This role includes responsibilities for and support of the two choirs, the boys and men of the Palestrina Choir and St Mary’s Pro- Cathedral Girls’ Choir. Closing date July 15th  https://www.procathedral.ie/2022/06/27/pro-cathedral-choirs-manager-position/

Garden Maintenance Person Wanted. Person required for ongoing garden maintenance outside Blessington. Must have experience. Please ring or text 087 627 8650

Bryko Ltd. Job Vacancies. 1 Yard Person Required. 1 Hardware Shop Assistant Required. Drop in or email CV to  order@bryko.net 045 865 101

NEED YOUR GRASS CUT? Call Jack on 087 638 0632.

Very nice Self-Contained Private Office to let at Aran Centre from 1st July. €115 per week all-in. Tel. 087 8175227.

Archdiocese of Dublin Seeking to Appoint Property Asset Manager. The Archdiocese wishes to appoint an experienced Property Asset Manager to devise & deliver a comprehensive property strategy. Specifically, the Property Asset Manager will assist parishes to: Develop an asset management strategy, in collaboration with all stakeholders, to reflect emerging requirements. Develop efficient and effective property management tools to deliver appropriate support and quality service to parishes and other end users. Provide and deliver a property consolidation plan. Develop a residential model to reflect the future needs of the diocese. Manage all property related stakeholder relationships. Full details can be found at https://dublindiocese.ie/vacancies/ For all enquiries, please contact ide.finnegan@dublindiocese.ie

Gardening – For Hedge clipping, Beds overhauled, Strimming, etc Phone Mark 085 133 7714 (Greenleaf Garden Care)

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 086-3091829

Rods + Cones Opticians Blessington. Beside the GARDA station. Formerly Cullinane Opticians. Open for all your eyecare needs. FREE Eye Exam + Glasses with PRSI + Medical Card. Large selection of Designer Frames + Sunglasses. Special Offers + Discounts on 2nd Pairs. Varifocal Experts try them with our 30-Day Guarantee. Many Thanks to all our loyal customers. Call 045 891 056 for an appointment.

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

BLESSINGTON Airport Taxi Plus, Hospital and City Run’s, Standard Taxi €87 one way, Large 7- Seater €97 one way. All other Runs prices on the meter. Call Richard: 087 255 7993

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

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

Noel Nolan – Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service  www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com

Clarkes Funeral Directors I.A.F.D. Funeral Home & Office, Burgage, Blessington. All areas serviced. Phone: Tony or Regina: 087 273 9048 / 087 659 6426 www.funeraldirectorsblessington.ie

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

Newsletter Advertising Rates, For just 50c per word per week you can reach a large, local audience. Cut-off for receiving adverts is Wed 10am. You can email the copy to office@blessington.info and pay in the Parish Office, or via the Donate button on our website or by bank transfer. Call the Parish Office: 045 865 327

  • PARISH INFORMATION

Church of Our Lady, Blessington – Mass Times: Saturday 6.00pm.  Sunday 10.00am

Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9.30am – Fr. Richard Behan PP. Tel: 045 865327

Church of Our Lady of Mercy, Crosschapel – Mass Times: Sundays 11.30am

Weekdays: Monday to Saturday 10.00am – Archdeacon Kevin Lyon. Tel: 045 865215

St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride – Mass Times: Sundays 11.00am

Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9am – Fr. Paraic McDermott C.S. Sp., Tel: 01 4582154

St. Joseph’s Church, Valleymount – Mass Times: Sunday 11.15am.

Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Lacken – Mass Time: Saturdays 7.30pm

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

Issue 1408 June 26th 2022

Mass intentions this week:

Gerry Curran (RD) Manor Kilbride, Bridie Byrne (RD) London

Saturday 6pm: Michael & Ann Mary Norton (A), James Kavanagh (A), Larry, Mary & Matthew Lennon (Rem)

Sunday 10am: Sean O’Brien (RD), Valerie Keenen (RD)

We also Remember: Walter Shirran, Siobhan Warren, Margaret Glennon

Monday: Mass offered for the Sick & those in Hospital

Tuesday: Intentions Mass, Intentions Mass

Wednesday: Special Intentions Mass, Special Intentions Mass, Yvonne Phibbs (RD), Michael O’Donohoe (RD)

Thursday: John Geoghegan (A), Nuala Rodgers (RD)

Friday: First Friday of the Month, Masses will be offered for all on the November Altar List of the Dead

Mass Times this week:

Saturday 25th June: Blessington: 6pm, Lacken: 7.30pm

Sunday 26th June: Blessington: 10am, Manor Kilbride: 11am, Valleymount: 11.15am, Crosschapel: 11.30am.

Tuesday 28th June: Holy Hour & Adoration 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady.

Friday 1st July: First Friday of the Month, Masses will be offered for all on the November Altar List of the Dead

Fr Richard & the Parish Team would like to thank all involved in making the Corpus Christi procession in Valleymount such an enjoyable community day. It was great to be able to come together again in such numbers & God blessed us with the sunshine. Some photos of the day can be seen on our Facebook page. Again, a big thank you to the many who were involved. Fr Richard.

Thank You to all who supported me in the recent mini-Marathon. Money raised will go to Kelly, (local girl with a brain tumour) for future therapy as decided by Beaumont Hospital. Total sum raised not available yet. Phyllis

St Mary’s Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto. Numbers drawn on 23rd June: 11, 22, 24, 29. Weekly €25 Winner: Michele Lenehan. Next Jackpot is €1300

The Blessington Millennium Choir Concert on 25th June has been postponed until further notice. Apologies to all.

Cemetery Mass in Manor Kilbride: Sunday 26th June at 2.00pm and in Templeboden on Sunday 3rd July at 3.00pm (No 6pm Mass in Lacken on 2nd July

iPhone 11 Lost by the Lakes (Russelstown) last Saturday 18th July, if anyone found it, you can drop it in to the Parish Office to return to the owner. Many thanks.

Blessington Car Boot Sale in St. Kevin’s Hall on Sunday 26th June 7am to 4pm Tea/Coffee. Indoor & Outdoor Spaces. Free Parking. Toilets. Tables €10. Bargains Galore! Pat Conlan: 086 075 2072

Irish Catholic Newspaper Now Available on the bookstand at the back of the Church

Fundraising Night for Cystic Fibrosis, Cara Hennessy is holding a fundraising night of music, song & craic in Hennessy’s on Saturday 25th June. All support would be greatly appreciated.

Kilbride Field Day – 3rd July 2pm at Kilbride’s New Pitch (W91 A37V) The Usual Field Day Events: Pet Show, Pony Rides, Cake Sale, Games, BBQ & more www.Kilbridegaa.com Also, Sponsored Run or Walk around Manor Kilbride at 12.30 – for more details see: www.kilbridegaa.com/sponsored-walk-run / If there are any businesses would like to offer any prizes or gifts for our Field Day raffle, we would be most grateful. Donations of books, wine, gift sets etc also welcomed for the Field Day, please drop any donations down to the Dressing Rooms (Green Unit) which will be open all this week. Or contact info@kilbridegaa.com  or call 086 311 3443. All proceeds raised go towards the new Community Playground & Walking Track in Kilbride.

The Classix in concert on 30th of June at 8pm in Naas CBS. Tickets €20 available via: www.theclassixmusic.com  or call Veronica at 087 7940850 Musical director Owen C Lynch Music of the Eagles, Tom Jones & many more.

West Wicklow Cancer Support invites you to join us at our June Drop in Evening, we will be holding a Summer Solstice Soundbath Meditation hosted by Gemma Deeney. We are excited to share this unique journey with you on Thursday 30th June at 7.30pm in The Coimin Centre Blessington.  No charge, free to all, do bring a cushion, blanket & a friend.  For enquiries contact us on 087 4346004  or westwicklow15@gmail.com

Association of Irish Floral Artists National Flower Festival“Another Time, Another Place* At Our Lady & St. David’s Church, Naas, St David’s Church, Naas, Naas Presbyterian Church 1st to 3rd July. Supporting The Alzheimer Society of Ireland. Festival admission €10. Raffle | Craft Table, Plant Sales | Floral Art. Variety Concert featuring Patrick Hyland in Our Lady & St David’s Church on Saturday 2nd July at 8pm Adm €12

A new collaborative Art Exhibition is opening on 6th July in Baltinglass. Two local Art Groups, Cruthu Art Group & The Glen Art Group have come together to present this new exhibition. All the artists taking part in this show are living & working in the locality – a vibrant art making community that is working in an innovative and authentic way. A big thank you to Eamonn Horan of Horan’s Bar & Restaurant, Main Street, Baltinglass, who are the host for the show. The exhibition is open on Wednesday 6th July from 6pm to 9pm. And from Thursday 7th July to Saturday 9th July from 12 noon to 7pm. The Art on display, will feature painting, mix media, photography & jewellery from ten local artists all diverse & interesting, as these artists excel when working in their own particular medium & style showing their unique talent. The opening evening for this show will include a “reading” Aisling Creegan of her new book “I am Someone”. Everyone is invited to come along and support your local artists.

The Blessington AFC AGM will take place on Monday 27th June in The Coimin Centre at 8pm.

The Summer Stars Reading Programme is kicking off this week & Running until 31st August in Blessington Library. All children who sign-up receive a free library bag & reading card to track their reading progress. At the end of the summer, there’s an award ceremony, certificate & medal for all participants. There are lots of events planned too!

Blessington FC are delighted to announce that we are hosting another Intersport Elverys FAI Summer Soccer School this year. Our camp will run in Crosschapel from 8th to 12th August & is for children aged 6-14. All details can be found on our Club Facebook page. Or book using the following link: https://bookings.summersoccerschools.ie/s/

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

St Vincent de Paul Blessington, local number 087 181 1579

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Garden Maintenance Person Wanted. Person required for ongoing garden maintenance outside Blessington. Must have experience. Please ring or text 087 627 8650

Wanted – Part time Job. 3 days per week. Contact –  tonyandlady@gmail.com

Bryko Ltd. Job Vacancies. 1 Yard Person Required. 1 Hardware Shop Assistant Required. Drop in or email CV to  order@bryko.net 045 865 101

NEED YOUR GRASS CUT? Call Jack on 087 638 0632.

Very nice Self-Contained Private Office to let at Aran Centre from 1st July. €115 per week all-in. Tel. 087 8175227.

Guitar Lessons – Private Tuition. Contact Greg: 086 275 2005

Archdiocese of Dublin Seeking to Appoint Property Asset Manager. The Archdiocese wishes to appoint an experienced Property Asset Manager to devise & deliver a comprehensive property strategy. Specifically, the Property Asset Manager will assist parishes to: Develop an asset management strategy, in collaboration with all stakeholders, to reflect emerging requirements. Develop efficient and effective property management tools to deliver appropriate support and quality service to parishes and other end users. Provide and deliver a property consolidation plan. Develop a residential model to reflect the future needs of the diocese. Manage all property related stakeholder relationships. Full details can be found at https://dublindiocese.ie/vacancies/ For all enquiries, please contact ide.finnegan@dublindiocese.ie

Gardening – For Hedge clipping, Beds overhauled, Strimming, etc Phone Mark 085 133 7714 (Greenleaf Garden Care)

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 086-3091829

Rods + Cones Opticians Blessington. Beside the GARDA station. Formerly Cullinane Opticians. Open for all your eyecare needs. FREE Eye Exam + Glasses with PRSI + Medical Card. Large selection of Designer Frames + Sunglasses. Special Offers + Discounts on 2nd Pairs. Varifocal Experts try them with our 30-Day Guarantee. Many Thanks to all our loyal customers. Call 045 891 056 for an appointment.

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

BLESSINGTON Airport Taxi Plus, Hospital and City Run’s, Standard Taxi €87 one way, Large 7- Seater €97 one way. All other Runs prices on the meter. Call Richard: 087 255 7993

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

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

Noel Nolan – Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service  www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com

Clarkes Funeral Directors I.A.F.D. Funeral Home & Office, Burgage, Blessington. All areas serviced. Phone: Tony or Regina: 087 273 9048 / 087 659 6426 www.funeraldirectorsblessington.ie

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

Newsletter Advertising Rates, For just 50c per word per week you can reach a large, local audience. Cut-off for receiving adverts is Wed 10am. You can email the copy to office@blessington.info and pay in the Parish Office, or via the Donate button on our website or by bank transfer. Call the Parish Office: 045 865 327

  • PARISH INFORMATION

Church of Our Lady, Blessington – Mass Times: Saturday 6.00pm.  Sunday 10.00am

Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9.30am – Fr. Richard Behan PP. Tel: 045 865327

Church of Our Lady of Mercy, Crosschapel – Mass Times: Sundays 11.30am

Weekdays: Monday to Saturday 10.00am – Archdeacon Kevin Lyon. Tel: 045 865215

St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride – Mass Times: Sundays 11.00am

Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9am – Fr. Paraic McDermott C.S. Sp., Tel: 01 4582154

St. Joseph’s Church, Valleymount – Mass Times: Sunday 11.15am.

Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Lacken – Mass Time: Saturdays 7.30pm

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

 

 

Issue 1047 June 19th 2022

Mass intentions this week

Saturday 6pm: Yvonne Phibbs (Month’s Mind), Sheila Hearns (1st A), Fran Gordon (1st A), Rachel Murphy (A), Jimmy Mahon (A), Jamie Mahon (Rem), John & Sarah McGee (A), Darragh Rowan (A), Vincent Bohan (10th A), James, Ellen & Denis Bohan (Rem), James Nolan (A)

Sunday 10am: Kathleen Kelly (A) Kevin Shiels (A), Gus Hearn (A)

We also Remember: Kathleen & Jack Daniels, Phil Conlon, Ray Daniels, Lorraine Daniels, Joe Daniels, Dec Mem of the Evans Family, Moggy Maurice Murray, Paddy Fleming (2nd A), Martin & Nora Murphy, Seamus Murphy, Gabriel Murphy, Jim & Lilian Darcy

Monday: Mass offered for the Sick & those in Hospital

Tuesday: John Howe (RD) Carmel Bealin (RD)

Wednesday: John & Sarah McGee (A), Darragh Rowan (A)

Thursday: Mass offered for all on Blessington Deceased Mass Card List

Friday: Bridget & Martin Mc Donald (A), Deceased Members of the McDonald Family (Rem)

Mass Times this week

Saturday 18th June: Blessington: 6pm, Lacken: 7.30pm

Sunday 19th June: Blessington: 10am, Manor Kilbride: 11am, Valleymount: 11.15am, Crosschapel: 11.30am.

Corpus Christi Procession in Valleymount at 3pm. There will be Eucharistic Adoration from 12 noon to 3pm. Light Refreshments will be served after the procession. 1st Communion children welcome to lead the procession

Tuesday 21st June: Holy Hour & Adoration 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady.

Congratulations to all the Boys & Girls from St Joseph’s NS Valleymount who receive the Sacrament of Confirmation in Valleymount on Saturday 18th June.

Comhghairdeas le gach buachaill agus cailíni Congratulations to the Boys & Girls from Gaelscoil na Lochanna who will receive Confirmation on Tuesday 21st June in Blessington, we are delighted to welcome Fr Paddy Boyle as Celebrant.

Blessington Parish Office is open from 9am to 1pm, Monday to Friday. Mass Cards & Gift Items available. Bookings for Mass Intentions. Newsletter Items. Call: 045 865 327 or Email: office@blessington.info

Cemetery Masses

Eadestown: Sunday 19th June at 12 noon. Blessing of Graves from 11am.  No 11.30 Mass Eadestown Church

Manor Kilbride: Sunday 26th June at 2.00pm

Templeboden: Sunday 3rd July at 3.00pm

Irish Catholic Newspaper now Available on the bookstand at the back of the Church

St Mary’s Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto. Numbers drawn on 16th June: 1, 10, 17, 30. Weekly €25 Winner: Bernie Reid. Next Jackpot is €1275

You are invited to the Building Hope Gathering for Blessington, Crosschapel, Manor Kilbride, Valleymount & Lacken on Monday 20th June at 8pm in the Coimin Centre Blessington. The Archbishop is inviting all parishioners in a discussion of the gifts & talents available to their parish, the education & formation they need, & the parish partnerships that make most sense in their locality. For this purpose, you are being asked to take part in a Building Hope conversation in our parish. There will be one meeting on Monday 20th June at 8pm in the Coimin Centre Blessington where we will look together at our current pastoral & financial situation, with the help of some statistics from our Parish Profile, then we will consider what is working well & what needs to be developed.

CELEBRATION FETÉ – BBQ, Crépes, Ice-cream. Raffle, Plant Stall, Cake Stall, Crafts & Gift Stall, Kids’ Corner, Saturday, 18th June from 1pm – 4pm. St John’s Church, Cloghleagh, Manor Kilbride, W91 XH58. Admission €5 for adults including afternoon tea, children free

Cruthú Art Group will be participating in the Dunlavin Arts Festival from Friday 17th (Evening) to Sunday 19th June.Will be in the Signature Windows Showrooms, Stephen Street, Dunlavin. Always a great weekend with lots of Art Exhibitions, Music, Workshops & activities.  See Dunlavin Arts Festival on Facebook & Instagram for more details

The Summer Stars Reading Programme is kicking off this week & Running until 31st August in Blessington Library. All children who sign-up receive a free library bag & reading card to track their reading progress. At the end of the summer, there’s an award ceremony, certificate & medal for all participants. There are lots of events planned too!

BLESSINGTON MILLENNIUM CHOIR invites you to An Evening of Irish Melodies & Songs from the 70’s on 25th June at 7.30pm Church of Our Lady of Mercy, Crosschapel. Tickets Available from the Parish Office, from choir members or by calling: 087 627 8250 or 089 614 7793. Adults: €10 Children under 16: Free

Kilbride Field Day – 3rd July 2pm at Kilbride’s New Pitch (W91 A37V) The Usual Field Day Events: Pet Show, Pony Rides, Cake Sale, Games, BBQ & more www.Kilbridegaa.com Also, Sponsored Run or Walk around Manor Kilbride at 12.30 – for more details see: www.kilbridegaa.com/sponsored-walk-run / All proceeds raised go towards the new Community Playground & Walking Track in Kilbride.

Social Dancing in Donard Community Hall (W91YW57) Saturday 18th June from 9pm to 12. Music by Tommy B – Admission €10

Barry Hamilton is organising a 24 Hour Walk on 18th & 19th of June in aid of Blessington & District Day Care & St. Mary’s Junior & Senior NS. Walk as much or as little as you can from 12 noon to 12 noon at Russborough House. There will be a Treasure Hunt on the Day. For Info call: 087 919 5991. A Family Day Out

Blessington Chess Club. Improve your memory & Concentration – Learn Chess. Blessington Academy Starting Summer 2022.  www.facebook.com/chessacademy2022 For All Ages & Levels For Info Email: blessingtonchess@gmail.com

Blessington FC are delighted to announce that we are hosting another Intersport Elverys FAI Summer Soccer School this year. Our camp will run in Crosschapel from 8th to 12th August & is for children age 6-14. All details can be found on our Club Facebook page. Or book using the following link  https://bookings.summersoccerschools.ie/s/

Fencing Classes for adult beginners every Tuesday from 8.15pm to 9.15pm in St Kevin’s Hall. Would you like to try a different sport in a friendly & fun environment? You don’t have to be fit or sporty. Come and give it a free trial. Call 087 676 4183

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

Rugby at Russborough for age groups U6, U7, U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, boys & girls! Tuesday 7pm to 8pm and Sat 11am to 12:30pm. All Welcome to Blessington Mini-Rugby! join@blessingtonrugby.ie

Attention all Coaches, Managers, Members and Parents. The Blessington AFC AGM will take place on Monday 27th June in The Coimin Centre at 8pm.  Please come along & have your say in your club’s future. Nominations for positions on the Committee must be entered on the nomination form provided by the Committee & must be seconded by another fully paid up, registered member of the Club. Permission for nomination must be given in advance by the Nominee. Nomination forms to be emailed to enquiries@blessingtonfc.com by Monday 13th June 2022.

Cruthú Art Group will be participating in the Dunlavin Arts Festival from Friday 17th (Evening) to Sunday 19th June.Will be in the Signature Windows Showrooms, Stephen Street, Dunlavin. Always a great weekend with lots of Art Exhibitions, Music, Workshops & activities.  See Dunlavin Arts Festival on Facebook & Instagram for more details.

St Vincent de Paul Blessington, local number 087 181 1579

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The Confidence Clinic Summer Camp. A camp with a difference for boys & girls aged 6 – 12 years old.  St Mary’s Senior National School, Blessington, Tues 5th – Fri 8th July, 9 30 am – 2 30 pm.  Yoga, Mindfulness, Fun & Games, Arts & Crafts – mainly outdoors, weather permitting. Life Lessons including: Dealing with anxiety & worry, Growing Friendships, Dealing with Mean Words, Standing Up & Speaking Up, Cost: €90 per child. For more information & booking, visit www.theconfidenceclinic.ie  Call Tracey (087) 7937118

Mick’s Mobile Auto Cleaning. Call or text for best service & rates around. Visit my page on Facebook for examples & reviews. Phone 086 371 2328.

Very nice Self-Contained Private Office to let at Aran Centre from 1st July. €115 per week all-in. Tel. 087 8175227.

Guitar Lessons – Private Tuition. Contact Greg: 086 275 2005

Archdiocese of Dublin Seeking to Appoint Property Asset Manager. The Archdiocese wishes to appoint an experienced Property Asset Manager to devise & deliver a comprehensive property strategy. Specifically, the Property Asset Manager will assist parishes to: Develop an asset management strategy, in collaboration with all stakeholders, to reflect emerging requirements. Develop efficient and effective property management tools to deliver appropriate support and quality service to parishes and other end users. Provide and deliver a property consolidation plan. Develop a residential model to reflect the future needs of the diocese. Manage all property related stakeholder relationships. Full details can be found at https://dublindiocese.ie/vacancies/ For all enquiries, please contact ide.finnegan@dublindiocese.ie

Gardening – For Hedge clipping, Beds overhauled, Strimming, etc Phone Mark 085 133 7714 (Greenleaf Garden Care)

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 086-3091829

Rods + Cones Opticians Blessington. Beside the GARDA station. Formerly Cullinane Opticians. Open for all your eyecare needs. FREE Eye Exam + Glasses with PRSI + Medical Card. Large selection of Designer Frames + Sunglasses. Special Offers + Discounts on 2nd Pairs. Varifocal Experts try them with our 30-Day Guarantee. Many Thanks to all our loyal customers. Call 045 891 056 for an appointment.

Ustoreit@hollywood Convenient Storage Units to Rent – Individual Lock-Ups – CCTV on All Units – 15 X 10 and 25 X 15 – Suitable for Furniture etc – Call: 087 356 7601

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

BLESSINGTON Airport Taxi Plus, Hospital and City Run’s, Standard Taxi €87 one way, Large 7- Seater €97 one way. All other Runs prices on the meter. Call Richard: 087 255 7993

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

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

Noel Nolan – Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service  www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com

Clarkes Funeral Directors I.A.F.D. Funeral Home & Office, Burgage, Blessington. All areas serviced. Phone: Tony or Regina: 087 273 9048 / 087 659 6426 www.funeraldirectorsblessington.ie

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

Newsletter Advertising Rates, For just 50c per word per week you can reach a large, local audience. Cut-off for receiving adverts is Wed 10am. You can email the copy to office@blessington.info and pay in the Parish Office, or via the Donate button on our website or by bank transfer. Call the Parish Office: 045 865 327

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Church of Our Lady, Blessington – Mass Times: Saturday 6.00pm.  Sunday 10.00am

Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9.30am – Fr. Richard Behan PP. Tel: 045 865327

Church of Our Lady of Mercy, Crosschapel – Mass Times: Sundays 11.30am

Weekdays: Monday to Saturday 10.00am – Archdeacon Kevin Lyon. Tel: 045 865215

St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride – Mass Times: Sundays 11.00am

Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9am – Fr. Paraic McDermott C.S. Sp., Tel: 01 4582154

St. Joseph’s Church, Valleymount – Mass Times: Sunday 11.15am.

Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Lacken – Mass Time: Saturdays 7.30pm

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

 

 

Issue 1406 June 12th 2022

Mass intentions this week

Saturday 6pm: Beth Halligan (Months Mind), Dick Byrne (A), Gerard O’Hanlon (A), Martin Burke (A), Martin, Teresa & John O’Hara (Rem)

Sunday 10am: Paddy Howlin (A),  Mary Brady (A), Christopher Brady Jnr (A), Jimmy Keogh (A), Dick Keogh (A), John Jameson (A)

We also Remember: Tom Cullen, Sean & Ann Flanagan, Deceased Members of the Flanagan Family

Monday: Mass offered for the Sick & those in Hospital

Tuesday: Mary Ryan & James Ryan (Rem), Anna Cotter (A)

Wednesday: Claire Lynch (RD), Margaret Borza (A)

Thursday: Paddy Howlin (A), Gerard O’Hanlon (1st A)

Friday: Birthday Mass, Get Well Mass

Mass Times this week:

Saturday 11th June: Blessington: 6pm, Lacken: 7.30pm

Sunday 12th June: Blessington: 10am, Manor Kilbride: 11am, Valleymount: 11.15am, Crosschapel: 11.30am.

Tuesday 14th June: Holy Hour & Adoration 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady. All Welcome.

THURSDAY 16th JUNE – CONGRATULATIONS to Fr Kevin Lyon on reaching his 90th birthday!! All are invited to mark this wonderful occasion with him. Mass at 7.30pm in Church of Our Lady, Blessington followed by light refreshments in the Coimin Centre.

Congratulations to all the Boys & Girls from Blessington No 1 School who receive the Sacrament of Confirmation in Church of Our Lady, Blessington on Thursday 16th June

Corpus Christi Procession in Valleymount on Sunday 19th June at 3pm. There will be Eucharistic Adoration from 12 noon to 3pm. Light Refreshments will be served after the procession. All Welcome.

St Mary’s Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto. Numbers drawn on 9th June: 4, 6, 14, 28. Weekly €25 Winner – Aoifanna Phibbs. Next Jackpot is €1225

Blessington Parish Office is open from 9am to 1pm, Monday to Friday. Mass Cards & Gift Items available. Bookings for Mass Intentions. Newsletter Items. Call: 045 865 327 or Email: office@blessington.info

Cemetery Masses –

Eadestown: Sunday 19th June at 12 noon. Blessing of Graves will begin at 11am.  There will be no 11.30am Mass in Eadestown Church

Manor Kilbride: Sunday 26th June at 2.00pm

Templeboden: Sunday 3rd July at 3.00pm

Irish Catholic Newspaper – Now Available on the bookstand at the back of the Church. You are invited to the Building Hope Gathering for Blessington, Crosschapel, Manor Kilbride, Valleymount & Lacken on Monday 20th June at 8pm in the Coimin Centre Blessington. In his Easter Pastoral letter, Archbishop Dermot said it is time now for the whole diocesan family to address the specific challenges we face as a diocese. Building Hope Task Force Report proposed a strategy for renewing our mission as God’s people, keeping in mind that our primary purpose is to accompany people today towards an encounter with the Lord Jesus. Each parish community has been invited to begin to reflect on how best to respond to the pastoral situation in which we find ourselves. It is very clear that the future will not look like the past. Our world has changed: we cannot return to the past. God is bringing forth something new. Our challenge is to shape the future in the light of the Gospel, rather than simply reacting to events. The Archbishop is inviting all parish teams, parish pastoral councils & parish finance committees to lead their parish in a discussion of the gifts & talents available to them, the education & formation they need, & the parish partnerships that make most sense in their locality. For this purpose, you are being asked to take part in a Building Hope conversation in our parish. There will be one meeting on Monday 20th June at 8pm in the Coimin Centre Blessington where we will look together at our current pastoral & financial situation, with the help of some statistics from our Parish Profile, then we will consider what is working well & what needs to be developed. Finally, we will begin to reflect on how we can share our gifts & talents, team ministries & pastoral provision in partnership with other parishes You are invited to take part in this conversation as together we build hope for a new future and a new way of being Church.

Barry Hamilton is organising a 24 Hour Walk on 18th & 19th of June in aid of Blessington & District Day Care & St. Mary’s Junior & Senior NS. Walk as much or as little as you can from 12 noon to 12 noon at Russborough House. There will be a Treasure Hunt on the Day. For Info call: 087 919 5991. A Family Day Out

Blessington Chess Club. Improve your memory & Concentration – Learn Chess. Blessington Academy Starting Summer 2022.  www.facebook.com/chessacademy2022 For All Ages & Levels For Info Email: blessingtonchess@gmail.com

Blessington FC are delighted to announce that we are hosting another Intersport Elverys FAI Summer Soccer School this year. Our camp will run in Crosschapel from 8th to 12th August & is for children age 6-14. All details can be found on our Club Facebook page. Or book using the following link  https://bookings.summersoccerschools.ie/s/

Fencing Classes for adult beginners every Tuesday from 8.15pm to 9.15pm in St Kevin’s Hall. Would you like to try a different sport in a friendly & fun environment? You don’t have to be fit or sporty. Come and give it a free trial. Call 087 676 4183

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

Rugby at Russborough for age groups U6, U7, U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, boys & girls! Tuesday 7pm to 8pm and Sat 11am to 12:30pm. All Welcome to Blessington Mini-Rugby! join@blessingtonrugby.ie

Attention all Coaches, Managers, Members and Parents. The Blessington AFC AGM will take place on Monday 27th June in The Coimin Centre at 8pm.  Please come along & have your say in your club’s future. Nominations for positions on the Committee must be entered on the nomination form provided by the Committee & must be seconded by another fully paid up, registered member of the Club. Permission for nomination must be given in advance by the Nominee. Nomination forms to be emailed to enquiries@blessingtonfc.com by Monday 13th June 2022.

BLESSINGTON MILLENNIUM CHOIR invites you to An Evening of Irish Melodies & Songs from the 70’s in Church of Our Lady of Mercy, Crosschapel. Tickets Available from the Parish Office, from choir members or by calling: 087 627 8250 – 089 614 7793 Adults: €10 Children under 16: Free

Cruthú Art Group will be participating in the Dunlavin Arts Festival from Friday 17th (Evening) to Sunday 19th June.Will be in the Signature Windows Showrooms, Stephen Street, Dunlavin. Always a great weekend with lots of Art Exhibitions, Music, Workshops & activities.  See Dunlavin Arts Festival on Facebook & Instagram for more details.

Social Dancing in Donard Community Hall (W91YW57) Saturday 18th June from 9 to 12. Music by Tommy B – Admission €10

St Vincent de Paul Blessington, local number 087 181 1579

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Very nice Self-Contained Private Office to let at Aran Centre from 1st July. €115 per week all-in. Tel. 087 8175227.

Guitar Lessons – Private Tuition. Contact Greg: 086 275 2005

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Gardening – For Hedge clipping, Beds overhauled, Strimming, etc Phone Mark 085 133 7714 (Greenleaf Garden Care)

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 086-3091829

Following Recent Sales we require additional properties for approved buyers. www.nugent.ie  045 865 555

Rods + Cones Opticians Blessington. Beside the GARDA station. Formerly Cullinane Opticians. Open for all your eyecare needs. FREE Eye Exam + Glasses with PRSI + Medical Card. Large selection of Designer Frames + Sunglasses. Special Offers + Discounts on 2nd Pairs. Varifocal Experts try them with our 30-Day Guarantee. Many Thanks to all our loyal customers. Call 045 891 056 for an appointment.

Ustoreit@hollywood Convenient Storage Units to Rent – Individual Lock-Ups – CCTV on All Units – 15 X 10 and 25 X 15 – Suitable for Furniture etc – Call: 087 356 7601

Painter & Decorator – Interior & Exterior. Phone: Damien 085 826 0431

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

Interior Designs by Elizabeth – Creative, Unique, Personal Please phone: 086 088 1806. Email: elizabethdoyle.ed@gmail.com

BLESSINGTON Airport Taxi Plus, Hospital and City Run’s, Standard Taxi €87 one way, Large 7- Seater €97 one way. All other Runs prices on the meter. Call Richard: 087 255 7993

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

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

Noel Nolan – Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service  www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com

Clarkes Funeral Directors I.A.F.D. Funeral Home & Office, Burgage, Blessington. All areas serviced. Phone: Tony or Regina: 087 273 9048 / 087 659 6426 www.funeraldirectorsblessington.ie

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

Newsletter Advertising Rates, For just 50c per word per week you can reach a large, local audience. Cut-off for receiving adverts is Wed 10am. You can email the copy to office@blessington.info and pay in the Parish Office, or via the Donate button on our website or by bank transfer. Call the Parish Office: 045 865 327

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Church of Our Lady, Blessington – Mass Times: Saturday 6.00pm.  Sunday 10.00am

Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9.30am – Fr. Richard Behan PP. Tel: 045 865327

Church of Our Lady of Mercy, Crosschapel – Mass Times: Sundays 11.30am

Weekdays: Monday to Saturday 10.00am – Archdeacon Kevin Lyon. Tel: 045 865215

St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride – Mass Times: Sundays 11.00am

Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9am – Fr. Paraic McDermott C.S. Sp., Tel: 01 4582154

St. Joseph’s Church, Valleymount – Mass Times: Sunday 11.15am.

Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Lacken – Mass Time: Saturdays 7.30pm

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

 

 

 

Issue 1405 June 5th 2022

Mass intentions this week:

Colm Grogan (RD) Blessington

Saturday 6pm: Sean O’Brien (Months Mind), Bill Garry (A), Mick Curran (A), Larry Smith (5th A), Kathleen Balfe (A)

Sunday 10am: Desmond Kenny (A), May Kavanagh (A), Colette Kelly (A), James Cullen (A)

We also Remember: John & Ann Craul, Liam Craul

Monday: Mass offered for the Sick & those in Hospital

Tuesday: Special Living Intention, Get Well Mass

Wednesday: Paul Shifflin (RD), Nelly McGrath (RD)

Thursday: Dick Byrne (A), Catriona Hickey (A)

Friday: Get Well Intentions, Get Well Intentions

Schedule for this week:

Saturday 4th June: Blessington: 6pm, Lacken: 7.30pm

Sunday 5th June: Blessington: 10am, Manor Kilbride: 11am, Valleymount: 11.15am, Crosschapel: 11.30am.

Monday 6th June: Bank Holiday Mass at 10am in Church of Our Lady, Blessington

Tuesday 7th June: Holy Hour & Adoration 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady. All Welcome.

Congratulations to all the Boys & Girls from Lacken National School who received the Sacrament of Confirmation in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Lacken on Thursday 2nd June. Wishing them every blessing.

2022 Private Members Draw In aid of Valleymount & Lacken Churches. Winners of the May Draw: Aislinn & Liam Reid, Seamus McDonnell, Sheila & Anthony Geoghegan, Carmel O’Neill, Sheila & Pat Geoghegan

Irish Catholic Newspaper – Now Available on the bookstand at the back of the Church

Blessington Parish Office is open from 9am to 1pm, Monday to Friday. Mass Cards & Gift Items available. Bookings for Mass Intentions. Newsletter Items. Call: 045 865 327 or Email: office@blessington.info

The Annual Cemetery Mass in Eadestown will take place on Sunday 19th June at 12 noon. Please note: Blessing of Graves will begin at 11am.  There will be no 11.30am Mass in Eadestown Church that day

Daniel O’Donnell at St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral Dublin Monday 6th June at 3pm. Tickets €49.50 from the Pro-Cathedral Parish Office 01 874 5441 Mon to Sat 9.30am to 2pm or www.eventbrite.ie  Linda Martin MC & Special Guest – Sean Gilligan Halleluiah Gospel Choir. All Proceeds to Peter McVerry Trust and the Dog’s Aid Animal Sanctuary

We are celebrating Cruinniú na nÓg at Blessington Library on Saturday 11th June. Cardboard Camera Art Workshop @ 3pm The workshop will include junk modelled cameras, collaged photos, drama & storytelling games. Suitable for children aged 5 – 12. Family Puppet Show  with Julie-Rose McCormick @ 11am. The show includes stories with dragons, princesses, leprechauns and much more. Suitable for children aged 5 – 12. Booking required for both events.  blessingtonlib@wicklowcoco.ie or 045 891 740.

The Big C Choir Concert celebrating 10 years of fundraising on June 12th at 7.30pm in the Killashee House Hotel, Naas. Directed by Owen Lynch, Presented by Mary Kennedy (RTÉ).  Tickets from Pauline 087 773 3779 or Christina 087 054 7213.

Attention all Coaches, Managers, Members and Parents. The Blessington AFC AGM will take place on Monday 27th June in The Coimin Centre at 8pm.  Please come along & have your say in your club’s future. Nominations for positions on the Committee must be entered on the nomination form provided by the Committee & must be seconded by another fully paid up, registered member of the Club. Permission for nomination must be given in advance by the Nominee. Nomination forms to be emailed to enquiries@blessingtonfc.com by Monday 13th June 2022.

St Mary’s Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto. Number drawn on 2nd June: 3, 17, 18, 27. Weekly €25 Winner – Niamh Rouse. Next Jackpot is €1200

Have you tried the TAP & GO device in Blessington Church to support the 1st & 2nd Collections? Thank you for your contributions.

Lacken Naíonra is now enrolling. “Fun-filled learning through a play-based curriculum” Open Day  on Thursday 9th June from 12.30pm to 1.15pm. Please contact 045 865 086 for more information.

Barry Hamilton is organising a 24 Hour Walk on 18th & 19th of June in aid of Blessington & District Day Care & St. Mary’s Junior & Senior NS. Walk as much or as little as you can from 12 noon to 12 noon at Russborough House. There will be a Treasure Hunt on the Day. For Info call: 087 919 5991. A Family Day Out

LANGUAGE SKILLS FOR REFUGEES – The Third Age charity’s ‘Fáilte Isteach’ service is now available in most counties across the State in order to facilitate, in an informal setting, improved English language skills for refugees. This service is free and run by local volunteers.In order to locate the nearest English language class in your location, please see https://www.thirdageireland.ie/failte-isteach/locations/.

Anam Cara South Dublin is holding it’s monthly Parent Evening for bereaved parents on Monday 13th June at 7:15pm in the Maldron Hotel, Tallaght. This event is free and open to all bereaved parents regardless of the age your child died, the circumstances of their death, or whether their death was recent or not.

Blessington Chess Club. Improve your memory & Concentration – Learn Chess. Blessington Academy Starting Summer 2022.  www.facebook.com/chessacademy2022 For All Ages & Levels For Info Email: blessingtonchess@gmail.com

Blessington FC are delighted to announce that we are hosting another Intersport Elverys FAI Summer Soccer School this year. Our camp will run in Crosschapel from 8th to 12th August & is for children age 6-14. All details can be found on our Club Facebook page. Or book using the following link  https://bookings.summersoccerschools.ie/s/

Fencing Classes for adult beginners every Tuesday from 8.15pm to 9.15pm in St Kevin’s Hall. Would you like to try a different sport in a friendly & fun environment? You don’t have to be fit or sporty. Come and give it a free trial. Call 087 676 4183

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

Rugby at Russborough for age groups U6, U7, U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, boys & girls! Tuesday 7pm to 8pm and Sat 11am to 12:30pm. All Welcome to Blessington Mini-Rugby! join@blessingtonrugby.ie

St Vincent de Paul Blessington, local number 087 181 1579

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Gardening – For Hedge clipping, Beds overhauled, Strimming, etc Phone Mark 085 133 7714 (Greenleaf Garden Care)

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 086-3091829

Following Recent Sales we require additional properties for approved buyers. www.nugent.ie  045 865 555

Rods + Cones Opticians Blessington. Beside the GARDA station. Formerly Cullinane Opticians. Open for all your eyecare needs. FREE Eye Exam + Glasses with PRSI + Medical Card. Large selection of Designer Frames + Sunglasses. Special Offers + Discounts on 2nd Pairs. Varifocal Experts try them with our 30-Day Guarantee. Many Thanks to all our loyal customers. Call 045 891 056 for an appointment.

Ustoreit@hollywood Convenient Storage Units to Rent – Individual Lock-Ups – CCTV on All Units – 15 X 10 and 25 X 15 – Suitable for Furniture etc – Call: 087 356 7601

Painter & Decorator – Interior & Exterior. Phone: Damien 085 826 0431

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

Interior Designs by Elizabeth – Creative, Unique, Personal Please phone: 086 088 1806. Email: elizabethdoyle.ed@gmail.com

BLESSINGTON Airport Taxi Plus, Hospital and City Run’s, Standard Taxi €87 one way, Large 7- Seater €97 one way. All other Runs prices on the meter. Call Richard: 087 255 7993

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

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

Noel Nolan – Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service  www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com

Clarkes Funeral Directors I.A.F.D. Funeral Home & Office, Burgage, Blessington. All areas serviced. Phone: Tony or Regina: 087 273 9048 / 087 659 6426 www.funeraldirectorsblessington.ie

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

Newsletter Advertising Rates, For just 50c per word per week you can reach a large, local audience. Cut-off for receiving adverts is Wed 10am. You can email the copy to office@blessington.info and pay in the Parish Office, or via the Donate button on our website or by bank transfer. Call the Parish Office: 045 865 327

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Church of Our Lady, Blessington – Mass Times: Saturday 6.00pm.  Sunday 10.00am

Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9.30am – Fr. Richard Behan PP. Tel: 045 865327

Church of Our Lady of Mercy, Crosschapel – Mass Times: Sundays 11.30am

Weekdays: Monday to Saturday 10.00am – Archdeacon Kevin Lyon. Tel: 045 865215

St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride – Mass Times: Sundays 11.00am

Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9am – Fr. Paraic McDermott C.S. Sp., Tel: 01 4582154

St. Joseph’s Church, Valleymount – Mass Times: Sunday 11.15am.

Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Lacken – Mass Time: Saturdays 7.30pm

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

 

Issue 1404 May 29th 2022

Mass intentions this week:

Carmel Bealin (RD) Manor Kilbride

Saturday 6pm: John Lipsett (1st A), Mary Kavanagh (Birthday Rem), Joseph Burke (A)

Sunday 10am: Jim Toomey (A), Molly & Tom Hamilton (A), Una Broe (1st A)

We also Remember: Annie Kilbride, Maureen Cuddy

Monday: Mass offered for all on the Blessington List of the Sick

Tuesday: Annie Kilbride (A), Maureen Cuddy (A)

Wednesday: Beth Halligan (A), Michael Byrne (RD)

Thursday: Nora O’Hara (A), Dolores McDonnell (A)

Friday: First Friday of the Month Mass will be offered for all on the November List of the Dead

Mass Times this week

Saturday 28th May: Blessington: 6pm, Lacken: 7.30pm

Sunday 29th May: Blessington: 10am, Manor Kilbride: 11am, Valleymount: 11.15am, Crosschapel: 11.30am.

Tuesday 31st May: Holy Hour & Adoration 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady. All Welcome.

Friday 3rd June: First Friday of the Month Mass will be offered for all on the November List of the Dead

CONGRATULATIONS to the boys & girls from St Mary’s SNS who received the Sacrament of Confirmation on Thursday 26th May 29th May in Blessington

CONGRATULATIONS to the boys & girls from No1 School who receive First Holy Communion on Sun 29th May in Church of Our Lady, Blessington

Blessington Parish Office is open from 9am to 1pm, Monday to Friday. Mass Cards & Gift Items available. Bookings for Mass Intentions. Newsletter Items. Call: 045 865 327 or Email: office@blessington.info

The Annual Cemetery Mass in Eadestown will take place on Sunday 19th June at 12 noon. Please note: Blessing of Graves will begin at 11am.  There will be no 11.30am Mass in Eadestown Church that day

Daniel O’Donnell at St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral Dublin Monday 6th June at 3pm. Tickets €49.50 from the Pro-Cathedral Parish Office 01 874 5441 Mon to Sat 9.30am to 2pm or www.eventbrite.ie  Linda Martin MC & Special Guest – Sean Gilligan Halleluiah Gospel Choir. All Proceeds to Peter McVerry Trust and the Dog’s Aid Animal Sanctuary

We are celebrating Cruinniú na nÓg at Blessington Library on Saturday 11th June. Cardboard Camera Art Workshop @ 3pm The workshop will include junk modelled cameras, collaged photos, drama & storytelling games. Suitable for children aged 5 – 12. Family Puppet Show  with Julie-Rose McCormick @ 11am. The show includes stories with dragons, princesses, leprechauns and much more. Suitable for children aged 5 – 12. Booking required for both events.  blessingtonlib@wicklowcoco.ie or 045 891 740.

The Big C Choir Concert celebrating 10 years of fundraising on June 12th at 7.30pm in the Killashee House Hotel, Naas. Directed by Owen Lynch, Presented by Mary Kennedy (RTÉ).  Tickets from Pauline 087 773 3779 or Christina 087 054 7213.

Attention all Coaches, Managers, Members and Parents. The Blessington AFC AGM will take place on Monday 27th June in The Coimin Centre at 8pm.  Please come along & have your say in your club’s future. Nominations for positions on the Committee must be entered on the nomination form provided by the Committee & must be seconded by another fully paid up, registered member of the Club. Permission for nomination must be given in advance by the Nominee. Nomination forms to be emailed to enquiries@blessingtonfc.com by Monday 13th June 2022.

St Mary’s Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto. Numbers drawn on 26th May: 4, 7, 15, 30. Weekly €25 Winner – Lisa Harrington. Next Jackpot is €1150

Have you tried the TAP & GO device in Blessington Church to support the 1st & 2nd Collections? Thank you for your contributions.

Lacken Naíonra is now enrolling. “Fun-filled learning through a play-based curriculum” Open Day  on Thursday 9th June from 12.30pm to 1.15pm. Please contact 045 865 086 for more information.

Blessington Tourist Office. We are delighted to announce that we will be showcasing an ART EXHIBITION in the Tourist Office on Friday 27th May from 7pm to 9pm.

The Blessington & District Forum is delighted to present the 2nd Ninette de Valois Festival of Dance in the Tramway Theatre, Blessington on Friday 27th May at 8pm Tickets €10 or Family of 4 €30. Dance Performances by Sinead O’Brien Dance School, Ruth Shine School of Dance, Angela Brien School of Irish Dancing, Happy Days of Performing Arts, Katie Charles Dancercise. Singers Rachel Coyne & Jenny Cullen. Doors Open 7:15pm with Wine Reception – Show starts 8pm. Tickets available from The Office Shop & Next Door. For further info, see www.blessington.ie

Blessington Chess Club. Improve your memory & Concentration – Learn Chess. Blessington Academy Starting Summer 2022.  www.facebook.com/chessacademy2022 For All Ages & Levels For Info Email: blessingtonchess@gmail.com

Blessington FC are delighted to announce that we are hosting another Intersport Elverys FAI Summer Soccer School this year. Our camp will run in Crosschapel from 8th to 12th August & is for children age 6-14. All details can be found on our Club Facebook page. Or book using the following link  https://bookings.summersoccerschools.ie/s/

The Community Pool for West Wicklow Committee are excited to be doing the VHI Women’s Mini-Marathon again this year! We will be running, walking & possibly crawling 10km in our penguin costumes on June 5th to raise money for a Pool for West Wicklow. Please support us by donating to our GoFundMe Page at tinyurl.com/CPWWMiniMarathon2022 If you would like to take part in the Women’s Mini-Marathon with us on June 5th please email us at poolforWestWicklow@gmail.com Thank you for your support!

Fencing Classes for adult beginners every Tuesday from 8.15pm to 9.15pm in St Kevin’s Hall. Would you like to try a different sport in a friendly & fun environment? You don’t have to be fit or sporty. Come and give it a free trial. Call 087 676 4183

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

Rugby at Russborough for age groups U6, U7, U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, boys & girls! Tuesday 7pm to 8pm and Sat 11am to 12:30pm. All Welcome to Blessington Mini-Rugby! join@blessingtonrugby.ie

St Vincent de Paul Blessington, local number 087 181 1579

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80’s 90’s Disco Punchestown June 25th 4 tickets €50 each ono. Contact: 087 795 8853

Volunteer at KALEIDOSCOPE Festival – KALEIDOSCOPE festival, taking place in Russborough House from June 24th to June 26th are looking for volunteers to get involved over the course of the weekend. Created for the enjoyment & entertainment of families & their friends, the festival is guaranteed to be fun for everyone! Volunteer positions will be suitable for those in the older demographic as well as the younger folk. Volunteers will be expected to work a total of 12 hours across the three days (e.g. four hours a day or two 6-hour shifts) & can enjoy the festival for the remaining time. To sign up log on to https://kaleidoscopefestival.ie/get-involved/  or email ellen@fuelhq.ie

Teachers Required to Teach English to Spanish Students in Blessington. Dates:4th to 28th July. Times: 9.30am to 1pm. Requirements: TEAFL or Experience in Teaching English. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT  kinsdale.paloma@gmail.com  or 0034 628 11 49 38

Room Needed – Pet Friendly. Suitable for lady. Email: tonyandlady@gmail.com

Greetings from Spain – After two years, I will be coming to Blessington with students in July. DATES: 1st to 29th JULY. I am looking for host families in Blessington & surrounding areas. Students will attend Blessington Community College (Mon – Fri 9.30am to 5pm) I will be in Blessington during this time for any queries you may have. Paloma: kinsdale.paloma@gmail.com  Info: Jenny Conway 089 4789839

Gardening – For Hedge clipping, Beds overhauled, Strimming, etc Phone Mark 085 133 7714 (Greenleaf Garden Care)

Mick’s Mobile Auto Cleaning: Need your car spotless for Communion, Confirmation or Wedding? Find me on Facebook or call me 086 3712328

Reflexology – €75 (60-minute Session) Dominic Plant 086 828 9382

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 086-3091829

Following Recent Sales we require additional properties for approved buyers. www.nugent.ie  045 865 555

Hot Stones – €100 (60-minute Session) Dominic Plant 086 828 9382

Rods + Cones Opticians Blessington. Beside the GARDA station. Formerly Cullinane Opticians. Open for all your eyecare needs. FREE Eye Exam + Glasses with PRSI + Medical Card. Large selection of Designer Frames + Sunglasses. Special Offers + Discounts on 2nd Pairs. Varifocal Experts try them with our 30-Day Guarantee. Many Thanks to all our loyal customers. Call 045 891 056 for an appointment.

Ustoreit@hollywood Convenient Storage Units to Rent – Individual Lock-Ups – CCTV on All Units – 15 X 10 and 25 X 15 – Suitable for Furniture etc – Call: 087 356 7601

Painter & Decorator – Interior & Exterior. Phone: Damien 085 826 0431

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

Interior Designs by Elizabeth – Creative, Unique, Personal Please phone: 086 088 1806. Email: elizabethdoyle.ed@gmail.com

BLESSINGTON Airport Taxi Plus, Hospital and City Run’s, Standard Taxi €87 one way, Large 7- Seater €97 one way. All other Runs prices on the meter. Call Richard: 087 255 7993

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

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

Noel Nolan – Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service  www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com

Clarkes Funeral Directors I.A.F.D. Funeral Home & Office, Burgage, Blessington. All areas serviced. Phone: Tony or Regina: 087 273 9048 / 087 659 6426 www.funeraldirectorsblessington.ie

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

Newsletter Advertising Rates, For just 50c per word per week you can reach a large, local audience. Cut-off for receiving adverts is Wed 10am. You can email the copy to office@blessington.info and pay in the Parish Office, or via the Donate button on our website or by bank transfer. Call the Parish Office: 045 865 327

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Church of Our Lady, Blessington – Mass Times: Saturday 6.00pm.  Sunday 10.00am

Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9.30am – Fr. Richard Behan PP. Tel: 045 865327

Church of Our Lady of Mercy, Crosschapel – Mass Times: Sundays 11.30am

Weekdays: Monday to Saturday 10.00am – Archdeacon Kevin Lyon. Tel: 045 865215

St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride – Mass Times: Sundays 11.00am

Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9am – Fr. Paraic McDermott C.S. Sp., Tel: 01 4582154

St. Joseph’s Church, Valleymount – Mass Times: Sunday 11.15am.

Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Lacken – Mass Time: Saturdays 7.30pm

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

Issue 1403 May 22nd 2022

Mass intentions this Week

Yvonne Phibbs (RD) Belgium & Hempstown, Jim Doyle (RD) Birmingham, Peggy Baines (RD) Grays, Essex, Joe Collum (RD) Dublin

Saturday 6pm: Noel Kelly (1st A), Marian O’Toole (A), Noeleen Duffy (A), James O’Toole (A), Mairead Hudson (A) Larry Carroll (A)

Sunday 10am: Nicolas Dunne (A), Sean Ramsbottom (RD)

We also Remember: Mary Fitzpatrick

Monday: Mass offered for all on the Blessington List of the Sick

Tuesday: Frank Kenny (A), James Kenny (A)

Wednesday: Get Well Mass, Get Well Mass

Thursday: Blessington Deceased Mass Card List

Friday: Get Well Mass, Birthday Mass

Schedule for this Week

Saturday 14th May: Blessington: 6pm, Lacken: 7.30pm

Sunday 15th May: Blessington: 10am, Manor Kilbride: 11am, Valleymount: 11.15am, Crosschapel: 11.30am.

Tuesday 24th May: Holy Hour and Adoration for PEACE in UKRAINE from 7pm to 8pm. All Welcome.

The Wife & Family of the late Sean O’Brien would like to thank everyone for their very kind words at the time of his passing, this gave us such comfort, for all those that took the time to leave a message on RIP.ie, for all the Mass Cards with handwritten notes & sent beautiful flowers they provided solace during this time of sadness.  To all the doctors & staff of Blessington Family practice & Naas hospital that cared for Sean during his illness, we appreciate the great care they provided.

The Family of the late Kay Murphy would like to thank everyone most sincerely for their kind expression of sympathy on the passing of Kay. We are especially grateful for the outpouring of tributes made about her in so many ways including on RIP. It was so comforting to hear the lovely comments & the love that people had for Kay. Thank you to all who attended the wake & funeral Mass & sent Mass cards. Thanks to Fr. Behan & to Fr. Campbell. We would like to thank the Doctors in Blessington Family Practice who looked after Kay & the staff of Naas Hospital. We would also like to thank Lorraine Willoughby for the beautiful music at the funeral Mass & to Tony, Regina & Gordon of Clarke’s for their kindness. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deepest gratitude

St Mary’s Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto. Number drawn on 19th May: 4, 7, 26, 28. Weekly €25 Winner – Laura Humphries. Next Jackpot is €1100  www.blessingtonparish.ie

Have you tried the TAP & GO device in Blessington Church to support the 1st & 2nd Collections? Thank you for your contributions.

Comhghairdeachas le Buachaillí & Cailíní Gaelscoil na Lochanna a fhaigheann an Chéad Chomaoineach. Congratulations to the Boys & Girls from Gaelscoil na Lochanna who receive First Holy Communion on Sat 21st May in Church of Our Lady, Blessington

CONGRATULATIONS to the boys & girls from St Joseph’s NS Valleymount who receive First Holy Communion on Sun 22nd May in Valleymount

Lacken Naíonra is now enrolling. “Fun-filled learning through a play-based curriculum” Open Day  on Thursday 9th June from 12.30pm to 1.15pm. Please contact 045 865 086 for more information.

West Wicklow Cancer Support welcomes you to our May Drop-in Evening. An evening of Abstract Art hosted by Fiona Barrett of Ballymore Eustace Art Studio. Come & join us for a creative evening designing an abstract painting using everyday materials. For all levels of artists from beginners to the more accomplished! Thursday 26th May 7.30pm – 9pm Coimin Centre Blessington. All Welcome, no charge, do bring a friend. We are here for you if your life has been impacted by cancer in any way. Please contact us on 087 4346004 with any enquiries westwicklow15@gmail.com

Blessington Tourist Office. We are delighted to announce that we will be showcasing an ART EXHIBITION in the Tourist Office on Friday 27th May from 7pm to 9pm.

Social Dancing in Donard Community Hall (W91YW57) on Saturday 21st May from 9pm to 12 midnight. Music by Thomas Maguire & Fhiona Ennis. Admission €10

Blessington Car Boot Sale in St. Kevin’s Hall on Sunday 22nd May 7am to 4pm Tea/Coffee. Indoor & Outdoor Spaces. Free Parking. Toilets. Tables €10. Bargains Galore! Pat Conlan: 086 075 2072

The Blessington & District Forum is delighted to present the 2nd Ninette de Valois Festival of Dance in the Tramway Theatre, Blessington on Friday 27th May at 8pm Tickets €10 or Family of 4 €30. Dance Performances by Sinead O’Brien Dance School, Ruth Shine School of Dance, Angela Brien School of Irish Dancing, Happy Days of Performing Arts, Katie Charles Dancercise. Singers Rachel Coyne & Jenny Cullen. Doors Open 7:15pm with Wine Reception – Show starts 8pm. Tickets available from The Office Shop & Next Door. For further info, see www.blessington.ie

Blessington Chess Club. Improve your memory & Concentration – Learn Chess. Blessington Academy Starting Summer 2022.  www.facebook.com/chessacademy2022 For All Ages & Levels For Info Email: blessingtonchess@gmail.com

Blessington FC are delighted to announce that we are hosting another Intersport Elverys FAI Summer Soccer School this year. Our camp will run in Crosschapel from 8th to 12th August & is for children age 6-14. All details can be found on our Club Facebook page. Or book using the following link  https://bookings.summersoccerschools.ie/s/

The Community Pool for West Wicklow Committee are excited to be doing the VHI Women’s Mini-Marathon again this year! We will be running, walking & possibly crawling 10km in our penguin costumes on June 5th to raise money for a Pool for West Wicklow. Please support us by donating to our GoFundMe Page at tinyurl.com/CPWWMiniMarathon2022 If you would like to take part in the Women’s Mini-Marathon with us on June 5th please email us at poolforWestWicklow@gmail.com Thank you for your support!

Fencing Classes for adult beginners every Tuesday from 8.15pm to 9.15pm in St Kevin’s Hall. Would you like to try a different sport in a friendly & fun environment? You don’t have to be fit or sporty. Come and give it a free trial. Call 087 676 4183

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

Your 6-Week Journey to Living Well. Join KWETB’s free programme to support you in being kind to yourself and others. The course covers: Emotional well being: Nutrition: healthy meals & eating on a budget. Digital: using the apps on your smartphone. Physical: gentle introduction to daily exercise. Financial: manage your money better. This is the course for you if you would like to learn about the various aspects of wellbeing; physical, emotional & nutritional, finishing with a fun social activity.  The course will take place in a relaxed & informal environment in the Blessington Further Education & Training Centre – you will learn skills & strategies to build positive habits for well-being. This 6-week course will support you to be the BEST you in these difficult times. The course will run from 10th May for 6 weeks, 9.30am to 12.30pm. Phone 086 846 2771 or email abeblessington@kwetb.ie for more information & enrolment

Rugby at Russborough for age groups U6, U7, U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, boys & girls! Tuesday 7pm to 8pm and Sat 11am to 12:30pm. All Welcome to Blessington Mini-Rugby! join@blessingtonrugby.ie

St Vincent de Paul Blessington, local number 087 181 1579

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Teachers Required to Teach English to Spanish Students in Blessington. Dates:4th to 28th July. Times: 9.30am to 1pm. Requirements: TEAFL or Experience in Teaching English. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT  kinsdale.paloma@gmail.com  or 0034 628 11 49 38

Room Needed – Pet Friendly. Suitable for lady. Email: tonyandlady@gmail.com

Greetings from Spain – After two years, I will be coming to Blessington with students in July. DATES: 1st to 29th JULY. I am looking for host families in Blessington & surrounding areas. Students will attend Blessington Community College (Mon – Fri 9.30am to 5pm) I will be in Blessington during this time for any queries you may have. Paloma: kinsdale.paloma@gmail.com  Info: Jenny Conway 089 4789839

Part-time Cleaner Required4 hours per week, house in Manor Kilbride. Please contact087 259 5447

Gardening – For Hedge clipping, Beds overhauled, Strimming, etc Phone Mark 085 133 7714 (Greenleaf Garden Care)

Mick’s Mobile Auto Cleaning: Need your car spotless for Communion, Confirmation or Wedding? Find me on Facebook or call me 086 3712328

Reflexology – €75 (60-minute Session) Dominic Plant 086 828 9382

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 086-3091829

Following Recent Sales we require additional properties for approved buyers. www.nugent.ie  045 865 555

Hot Stones – €100 (60-minute Session) Dominic Plant 086 828 9382

Rods + Cones Opticians Blessington. Beside the GARDA station. Formerly Cullinane Opticians. Open for all your eyecare needs. FREE Eye Exam + Glasses with PRSI + Medical Card. Large selection of Designer Frames + Sunglasses. Special Offers + Discounts on 2nd Pairs. Varifocal Experts try them with our 30-Day Guarantee. Many Thanks to all our loyal customers. Call 045 891 056 for an appointment.

Ustoreit@hollywood Convenient Storage Units to Rent – Individual Lock-Ups – CCTV on All Units – 15 X 10 and 25 X 15 – Suitable for Furniture etc – Call: 087 356 7601

Painter & Decorator – Interior & Exterior. Phone: Damien 085 826 0431

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

Interior Designs by Elizabeth – Creative, Unique, Personal Please phone: 086 088 1806. Email: elizabethdoyle.ed@gmail.com

BLESSINGTON Airport Taxi Plus, Hospital and City Run’s, Standard Taxi €87 one way, Large 7- Seater €97 one way. All other Runs prices on the meter. Call Richard: 087 255 7993

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

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

Noel Nolan – Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service  www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com

Clarkes Funeral Directors I.A.F.D. Funeral Home & Office, Burgage, Blessington. All areas serviced. Phone: Tony or Regina: 087 273 9048 / 087 659 6426 www.funeraldirectorsblessington.ie

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

Newsletter Advertising Rates, For just 50c per word per week you can reach a large, local audience. Cut-off for receiving adverts is Wed 10am. You can email the copy to office@blessington.info and pay in the Parish Office, or via the Donate button on our website or by bank transfer. Call the Parish Office: 045 865 327

  • PARISH INFORMATION

Church of Our Lady, Blessington – Mass Times: Saturday 6.00pm.  Sunday 10.00am

Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9.30am – Fr. Richard Behan PP. Tel: 045 865327

Church of Our Lady of Mercy, Crosschapel – Mass Times: Sundays 11.30am

Weekdays: Monday to Saturday 10.00am – Archdeacon Kevin Lyon. Tel: 045 865215

St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride – Mass Times: Sundays 11.00am

Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9am – Fr. Paraic McDermott C.S. Sp., Tel: 01 4582154

St. Joseph’s Church, Valleymount – Mass Times: Sunday 11.15am.

Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Lacken – Mass Time: Saturdays 7.30pm

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