Issue 1394 March 6th 2022

Mass intentions this week

Kathleen Egan (RD), Peter Hudson (RD) Brittas, (Brigid) Ann Croft (RD) Blessington

Saturday 6pm: Margaret Byrne (A), Bernadette Cullen (A)

Sunday 10am: Larry Behan (Months Mind), Jim Luttrell (A), Seamus Byrne (A), Kay & Christy Reid (A), Jim Farrington (A)

We also Remember: Mary Breen (18^th A), Alan Knowles (4^th A), Michael & Mae Myles (A)

Monday: Mass for Blessington List of the Sick

Tuesday: Special Intentions, Special Intentions

Wednesday:  Birthday Remembrance Mass, Get Well Intentions

Thursday:  Larry Behan (RD), Sean Bookle (RD)

Friday: Sheila Hayes (Rem), Mary Cullen (RD)

►Saturday 5^th March: Blessington: 6pm, Lacken: 7.30pm

►Sunday 6^th March: Blessington: 10am, Manor Kilbride: 11am,Valleymount: 11.15am, Crosschapel: 11.30am,

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

Ministers of Eucharist  – March 2022: Saturday 6pm Mass: Frank Hanlon & Ann Hanlon. Sunday 10am Mass: Margaret Flynn

Filled with the Holy Spirit, Jesus left the Jordan and was led by the Spirit through the wilderness, being tempted there by the devil for forty days. (Luke 4:1) We stand before you, Holy Spirit, as we gather together in your name. By baptism, we are members of the body of Christ, the people of God. Give us the encouragement we need to bring faith, hope & love in abundance to meet the challenges before us on the Synodal Pathway. Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful & kindle in us the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit & we shall be created & you shall renew the face of the earth.

St Mary’s Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto. Numbers drawn on 3rd March: 17, 19 25, 26 WEEKLY WINNER Mary Toomey. Next Jackpot is €600. www.blessingtonparish.ie https://www.ourparishfundraiser.ie/parish/blessington

Do you want help staying sober? There is a local AA group meeting in Blessington. For more information visit alcoholicsanonymous.ie or contact the Leinster Helpline 01 852 7000

Blessington Men’s Shed is now open every Monday & Tuesday from 10.30am to 12.30pm.The kettle is always on!! New members most welcome.

For Sale in Blessington Men’s Shed, 2 dining room tables & matching chairs, in perfect condition. For further information, contact John Flynn: 087 2977678.

Kilbride GAA Pre Paid Lotto in aid of our New Pitch Levelling Project, Community Playground & Walking Track in Manor Kilbride. The Club are running the Annual Pre-Paid Lotto, please support if you can. Select your 4 numbers to enter into 41 draws throughout 2022 for €100. The Jackpot is currently at €2400, deadline is the 13th of March – to enter online see: www.kilbridegaa.com/pre-paid-lotto/  or email: info@kilbridegaa.com   or phone: 0863113443

Eurovision Voices St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral Charity Concert on Monday 25th April at 7:30pm in aid of Peter McVerry Trust, Blossom Ireland & Dogs Aid. Tickets €30 from Eventbrite.ie

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

Parent & Toddler Group – Tuesday & Wednesday – 10am to 12 noon in St Kevin’s Community Centre, Blessington

Kilbride Under 14 Ladies Football team are recruiting players for this season. If your birthday falls within the following dates Jan 2008 and Dec 2010 and you want to play Gaelic football, please let us know. Contact Joanne via text message: 086 845 0247 or email: info@kilbridegaa.com

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

Gaelscoil na Lochanna will be hosting a series of talks over the coming months, open to everyone & will be of particular interest to any parents of children  who may be considering a Gaelscoil as a school for their children.  29^th March at 7.30pm. Join Principals & Irish language experts to discuss the advantages of  Irish medium education

1. Don’t have a word of Irish? No Problem!
2. Was Irish something you struggled with at school? It doesn’t have to be for your child!
3. Bilingualism open the doors to other languages & cultures.
4. Studies show pupils in Gaelscoileanna can show higher self-esteem, tolerance & brain function.
5. We welcome & support all children.
6. Opportunities to continue learning through Irish at 2^nd level & beyond. Children in 6^th class achieve higher scores in English & Maths.

Register via Zoom links – view this on: Instagram page – @gsnalochanna or on the school website  www.gaelscoilnalochanna.com For any further queries please call: 045 900 525 or 087 938 8651

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

Good dry Kindling for sale in the Men’s Shed. For full details contact John Flynn:087 297 7678. All money raised goes to the upkeep of the Men’s Shed.

Blessington Further Education and Training Centre. We have some interesting courses starting in February and March 2022: Container Gardening – learn about the amazing range of plants you can grow in containers. Learn lots of gardening tips & get a Level 3 QQI Cert at the same time. Art for All – try your hand at different art techniques while having fun. Smart Phone – learn how to get the most out of your smart phone. English Conversation – a class for speakers of other languages. Courses are open to those who didn’t complete their formal education. Courses are free of charge. Take time out for yourself and have some fun learning something new.  For more information simply phone Annette at 086 8462771 or Caroline at 045 851494 or email abeblessington@kwetb.ie

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

For Sale: 4″- 6″ Sofa Bed – 087 297 7678

Flower Arranging Classes commencing on Tuesday Afternoon 8th March from 1.30pm to 3.30pm or Wednesday Morning 9th March from 10.30am to 12.30pm for 5 weeks Venue: The Band Hall, Ballymore Eustace. Contact Christine Hughes for details: 087 686 4620

Quality Affordable Garden Care – Experienced Horticulturist. Over 10 years’ Experience in soft landscaping & garden maintenance. Free Quotations www.Day2DayLandscaping.com  Email: greg@day2daylandscaping.com  Phone: 086 052 2222

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

Russborough House Vacancy – We are looking for someone to join our Housekeeping Team for the Tourism and Cultural side of Russborough, Part Time Position but very Flexible. Please contact Audrey: 045 865 239 or email audrey@russborough.ie

Jones Power Tools Ltd – Sales Service and Repairs. Specialises in Stihl and Honda. Stockists of Fleetwood Paint. Contact:- info@jonespowertools.ie Phone:- 059 6481033

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

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

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

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

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

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

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