Newsletter 5th November 2023 issue 1477

Mass intentions in Blessington Catherine Hunt – Coventry

Saturday: Jimmy Keogh…MM, Joe & Phyllis Nixon…Rem & Deceased Members of Nixon Family, Paul Garry…35th A, Michael Byrne…A, Eugene Keogh…A, Bridie Keogh…A

Sunday:  Rita Hamilton…A, Dan Kenny…1st A, Christopher Enright…2ndA, Dicky Reid…A

We also Remember:, Tqoleusz & Józef…Rem, Klaus & Teresa…Rem, Rosalia & Aniela…Rem,  Regina & Czeslaw…Rem, Frank (Frankie) Keogh…A

Monday:  Mass offered for the sick.

Tuesday: Thinking of You Intention, Susan Tutty…RD, Dicky Reid…A

Wednesday: Get Well Intention, Seamus Creegan…RD

Thursday:, Marian Murphy…RD, Vera Kavanagh…RD

Friday:, Intentions Mass, Birthday Intention

November Altar List of the dead envelopes are on the table at the back of the church. Please fill them in if you wish to have their name included. Mass is offered once a month for all names included.

Share Appeal Sunday takes place on the weekend of November 11/12, highlighting the important work that is funded by the weekly collection.

Minister of Eucharist, November 2023, Church of Our Lady Blessington. SAT 6PM: Geraldine McCulkin, Mary McCormack & Mary Fenton SUNDAY 10AM: Brendan Mahon, George Richardson & Kay Clarke

Enrolment masses for First Holy Communion Valleymount 12^th November @10 in St Joseph’s Church Valleymount. Parish Candidates (No 1) 12^th November @11:30 Cross Chapel. St Marys School Blessington 18^th November @6:pm in Blessington Church. Lacken 18^th November 18^th @7;30 in Lacken church. Gaelscoil 19^th November @10am Mass Blessington.

Grateful thanks to all who supported the Harvest mass in Lacken Sat Oct 28th. Proceeds from the sale of produce raised 400 euro and will be sent to Rumbek South Sudan where the children have been impacted by climate change. The Sacred Heart missionaries provide a daily meal, education and healthcare for the children. Your generosity is much appreciated.

Parish Remembrance Tree People are invited to write the name of a loved one on a tag and place it on our parish remembrance tree in Clane Church. All will be remembered at our masses during November

The candle ceremony in memory of the deceased parishioners of Lacken will be held at the 7.30 pm mass this Sat Nov 4th.

November Reflection

Seasons of Our Lives,

God our Creator,

In the springtime of our lives, You give us the enthusiasm and daring of youth.

In the summer of our lives, You encourage us to reach our full potential.

In the autumn of our lives, You walk beside us as we reflect on years gone by.

In the winter of our lives, You enfold us in your love, which will never let us go.

when the seasons of our love are past, You clothe us with resurrection bodies, which will live forever. Amen

Pray & Play Group In the Coimin Centre every Wed From 2.45pm to 4.30pmFor children of all ages with their parents, grandparents, guardians. Contact Áine 0833798366or Call the office on 045365327

I would like to thank you all for your continued support in these challenging times, it is greatly appreciated. Since the closure of Ulster Bank in the town, our standing orders have dropped off significantly. We now have a new Neighbourhood Collection account with AIB if you would like to renew your Standing Order or set up a new one, the account details are:

IBAN   IE10 AIBK 9332 3642 2314 05           BIC      AIBKIE2D

Donations can also be made through the Neighbourhood Collection envelopes which are available from the parish office ,Once again, may I thank all who support the parish through your donations and thank you for your generosity. With every blessing, Fr Richard

Blessington Parish Lotto Numbers on 26^th October:5,19,21,27. €25 Winner: Niamh Rouse. Next Jackpot €3,725

CHRISTMAS SHOE BOX APPEAL Looking forward to sharing the kindness of our community and give a child a great Christmas You can take part in the usual way. The envelopes are at the back of the church. Fill the shoebox and drop back to Parish Centre by Friday 11^th November Alternatively, you can drop 25euro into the parish office and the parish team will fill the box for you or fill one virtually. More information www.teamhope.ie

Winners of the This Months Valleymount Draw Bridie & Pat O Connor, Betty & Edward Miley, Paddy Broe, Bernadette & Matt Kelly, Bridie & Tony Kavanagh.

The next music session, in the Men’s Shed will be Monday the 6th of Nov, starting at 8 o clock. Great music and spot prizes on the night

Community Pool for West Wicklow will be holding our AGM  online on November 24th at 7pm. If you would like to attend, please email poolforWestWicklow@gmail.com to register. Thank you for your continued support.

Blessington Community College Parents Council is running a clothes recycling fundraiser. They are asking for the support of the community in donating clothes, shoes(in pairs only), bags, belts, towels, blankets and curtains. No duvets or pillows. All donations can be left at the school office from Mon 6th Nov 2023 up to Fri 8th Dec 2023. Thank you for your anticipated support.

Christmas Market A Festive Showcase Of Local Crafts And Artisans Because they deserve something as special and unique as they are The Avon, Blessington, Co. Wicklow. W91HFX3 Sunday 3^rd Dec 12 noon to 5pm Purplellama.market@gmail.com

Kildare/Wicklow/Dublin Border Area, You need One or mix of small task(s) done in or outside your home or errant done? In 2hour slots max, Phone Hugo 087 257 5931 Rate €12 hourly

Social Dancing. Enjoy an evening of dancing to Philip English In Donard Community Hall Saturday 18^th Nov 9pm -12pm All Welcome

CHRISTMAS GALLERY OPEN Saturday & Sunday 12:00 – 17:00 11^th November – 10^th December END OF SEASON SALE EVERYTHING MUST GO TO MAKE WAY FOR NEW EXHIBITION NO REASONABLE OFFER REFUSED Fabulous Original Art Ancient Bog Oak Sculptures This secret Gallery is located in The Glen of Imaal, Eircode W91 P653. Free Tea/Coffee for all Visitors