The Annual Crosscare Collectionwill be taken up this weekend. As you will appreciate Crosscare need our support now more than ever before to help those most in need in our communities at this time of crisis. This collection will replace the Share Collection, there will also be prepaid envelopes available for donations as well as the option for donating on-line at www.crosscare.ie
Mass Intentions this Week
John O’Hara (RD) UK
Saturday 6pm: Billy Hamilton (A) Tom & Mary Tivnan (A) Eithne Cranley (Bth Rem)
Sunday 10am: The Deceased Members of the Tully Family, Willian Doran (A)
We also remember: Dolores Taggart, Deceased Members of the Taggert & Travers Families, Rose Balfe, Charles Doran, John Cooke, Kitty Murphy, Ted & Sheila Balfe, Jim & May Lahiff, Teresa O’Sullivan
Monday: Mass offered for all the Blessington List of the Sick
Tuesday: Billy Hamilton (A) Barry Kavanagh (RD) Tom, Phyllis, & Roger Farrell. Deceased members of Moran, Farrell, Kelly & Millar families.
Wednesday: Get Well Intentions, Get Well Mass
Thursday: Jimmy Gallagher (1st A) John O’Hara (RD)
Friday: Blessington Deceased Mass Card List
Family Acknowledgements
On this Philip Gallagher’s 1st Anniversary, the family would like to thank the doctors and nurses who cared for Philip during his illness, and to those who visited and wished him well. We would like to thank those who sympathized, attended the wake and funeral, sent mass cards, letters and emails, all of which were a great support to the family. We were so grateful to all those that provided food and helped in any way. Thanks to Fr Noel Campbell, Tony and Regina Clarke ,Lorraine & Paul for the music in the church, and also to the guard of honour, Thanks to the Zeller family, Enda Carmody, Tony Byrne & Tony Burke. All donations received went to the Palliative care Night Nurses team. A mass will be offered for your intentions. The Gallagher Family
Marie Whelan & Family would like to thank everyone for their help & kindness & for all the cards, flowers & food during the time of the loss of her husband, Michael Whelan of Blackdown, Kilteel. A very special word of thanks to Fr Comer for his care and kindness to her & all the family. Many thanks to the staff of Tallaght Hospital who cared for Michael. A Mass will be offered for your intentions.
Eucharistic Adoration & Rosary will take place every Tuesday from 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. If you are unable to come to the Church, you can join us via webcam on blessingtonparish.ie
Lacken Naíonra – NOW ENROLLING. Emphasis is on the holistic development of pre-school children through outdoor activity. ECCE and NCS approved. Enquiries to lackenschool@eircom.net or phone 045 865086
Lacken National School has places available in the Early Intervention Class. Enquiries to lackenschool@eircom.net or phone 045 865086
Blessing of Schoolbags for Junior Infants / Senior Infants
Wednesday 23rd September St Joseph’s Church, Valleymount at 2pm
Thursday 24th September St Marys School & Gaelscoil na Lochanna at 2pm in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. Parents and Grandparents welcome
Blessing for the School Year in Lacken School at Friday 25th September
The Season of Creation runs from September 1st to October 4th During this time we are asked to reflect on our commitment to care for creation & to take practical steps to reduce waste & carbon emissions. The Encyclical “Laudatio Si” meaning “praised be to you” was released in May 2015. The document opens with the following words from Pope Francis which are: “I wish to address every person living on this planet. I urgently appeal for a new dialogue about how we are shaping the future of our planet . We need a conversation which includes everyone, since the environmental challenge we are undergoing & its human roots concern & affect us all”
Dunlavin GAA & Western Gaels are running a Drive in Bingo in Blessington Mart on 27th Sept at 2pm. €3000 in prizes. Gates open at 12 noon. Eircode W91 Y667
Searching for Spanish-English conversation exchange to improve pronunciation. +34687446322 danixa.montero@gmail.com
COURSES IN YOUR LOCAL ETB THIS AUTUMN
Health Related Fitness Course. Why not try something new this winter? This course will help you to: Develop an awareness of issues around health, fitness and physical activities. Make personal choices about food and physical activity. Understand stress and how to deal with it. Maintain a healthy lifestyle. This course will be run for one morning a week. Learn and have fun in a safe and friendly environment. All Covid-19 guidelines strictly adhered to. We also have courses available in Basic computers, English for speakers of other languages and Basic English. For further information on all the above please contact Annette at 086 846 2771 or 045 851 494.
Monthly Envelopes for September are now due, they may be dropped into the PDF Boxes in the Church. Many thanks to all who are making a special effort to return their envelopes, it is greatly appreciated.
Blessington Mini-Rugby returns outdoors for 4 and 5 year olds. Boys & girls welcome. K.O. 11:15am each Sat at St Kevin’s Hall
Blessington Mini-Rugby U10-U13 boys and girls restarts from 7pm to 8pm on GAA Astro
The Parish Office Opening Hours Monday to Friday from 9am to 12.30pm for Mass Bookings, Mass Cards, & Enquiries Email: office@blessington.info Carol: 045 865 327 – 9am to 12.30pm Jean: 087 235 0835 – 9am to 5pm Please observe social distance, and use hand sanitiser when entering & leaving
St. Marys’ Schools & Blessington ParishLotto Jackpot next week €2800 sign up for €2 per week on parish website
Memory Walk Campaign – The Alzheimer Society of Ireland. Support the Memory Walk Campaign –Let’s Walk together for Dementia services on September 20th in aid of the Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland. See the full details and registration at
We are delighted to announce 3 positions coming up on our scheme, they are as follows:
Lacken Project Development Assistant CES 2138659
St. Kevin’s Administration Assistant CES 2138665
Blessington Soccer Club Caretaker CES 2138673
PLEASE NOTE you must be in receipt of Job Seeker’s Allowance. Excellent opportunity to get into or back into the workforce working 19.5 hrs a week whilst contributing to your local community. Community employment rates apply. Full training provided and support through personal progression plan. For full job description or any further information, please contact the Community Employment Office, Martin Cahill on 045 891348 or call in to us (across from Dunnes Stores).
Blessington Bookstore Christmas Pop-Up Shop now relocated to Method Physio! Click and Collect, or Book to Browse available. Phone us on 083 848 6745 or visit www.blessingtonbooks.com Great books & great gift ideas for birthdays and Christmas for all ages. We are open Monday to Saturday 9am to 5pm. Looking forward to seeing you!
Furnished 1 Bed Cottage with conservatory & stunning lake views for rent in Lacken. Enquiries to 087 660 2140
Castle Canine Cuts Dog Grooming Service. Clipping, Trimming, Shampooing for all Breeds. Nail and ear care included. Appointments Monday-Saturday. Contact Gillian on 087 764 1911 castlecanincuts@gmail.com or find us on Facebook.
Talbot Chimneys Ltd. Family Run Business Since 1978, Insurance Claims Handled, Chimney Repairs / Reline / Rebuild, CCTv Surveys, Chimney Cleaning. Descaling of Soot & Tar Build Up. Fully Insured. No Call-Out Charge for OAPs on Mention of this Ad. Freephone 1800 406 700 Office 045 850 957
Part Time Bar Staff Required experience preferable. Full Time Greenkeeperwith Experience Required at Slade Valley Golf Club reply to info@sladevalleygolfclub.ie
Gardening – For Autumn Tidying, Hedge Clipping, Lawn Care, Beds Overhauled, Painting etc Phone Mark 085 133 7714
ROBOTIC LAWNMOWERS now available locally. Free garden assessment. Installation service also available. Contact Ken@aceroboticlawncare.ie or call 086 834 4332 for more information
Want to do your own Garden or Building Project? Hire the machines, save time & labour mini diggers, dumpers & other equipment available. Contact Padraig. BALLYMORE TARMAC on 087 271 6749 or info@kilbrideplant.ie
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
Active Appliance Repairs over 20 years’ experience repairing and servicing all brands of domestic and commercial appliances. For a fast, friendly and efficient service call us today on 086 393 7762 or 086 361 9082. Call out Charge €75
Paying too much to SKY or UPC? We install & Repair Free to Air and Saorview!! No more bills!! Call Billy: 086 868 0053
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
Happy Faces Pre School Blessington Situated in the Further Education Centre (old Tech)is a fun, stimulating & welcoming environment with a curriculum focusing on the best care & education for your child. Our staff are highly trained within the childcare sector, child led & Montessori methods of learning & development, limited ECCE & part time places available for Sept 2020. Find us on Facebook or email us happyfaces@blessingtonfec.ie for more information
Blessington Airport Taxi – 087 255 7993 – Standard Taxi €77 one way. Large 7-Seater €87 one way. Call Richard on 087 255 7993. Or email: richardmc.keever@yahoo.ie
Noel Nolan – Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com
German Autoworks – Service Specialist. VW/Audi, Mercedes, Skoda, Seat, Opel. Call 087 286 3997
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
24th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME – 13th September 2020
It is not easy to understand the mind of God. He sees goodness where we see none; he showers blessings where none seem to be deserved. Yet even with our limited vision we can be sure he is near us whenever we call him.
One of the meanings of this parable is that God’s forgiveness is unconditional and amazing. The huge debt is a way for Jesus to say that the forgiveness of the first man was like the forgiveness of God. None of us go through life without needing the forgiveness of God in things big and small. It’s like switching on the light in a dark room, or when an ugly scar heals on the body and we live in light and are beautiful again. The forgiveness is offered on trust: we are to trust that no matter what our past, the present is full of the brightness of forgiveness which flows around the world, as it flowed from Jesus on the cross and in his forgiveness of those who had tortured and killed him.
The forgiveness given is contrasted with the forgiveness refused. The only reason sometimes that we forgive another is to live like Jesus or when we know we are forgiven. C.S. Lewis wrote that ‘everyone thinks forgiveness is a lovely idea until they have something to forgive’ (quoted in M Hogan, Journeying with Matthew).
With the help of Jesus, we must learn to forgive but also to help others to learn to repent and forgive.
Forgive us Lord, and may we forgive each other as you forgive us.
Donal Neary SJ, Editor Sacred Heart Messenger
Mass Intentions this Week
Tom Nolan, Grangecon (RD) Noel Walsh Glasnevin (RD) Sean Callaly Dublin (RD)
Saturday 6pm: Gerard O’Dwyer (1st A) Eileen Cox (A)
Sunday 10am: Mary Smith (A) Barry O’Donnell (Rem)
We also remember: Mary Ryan Annie Doyle Frank Sexton
Monday: Mass offered for all the Blessington List of the Sick
Tuesday: Mary Bolger (A) Greg Hand (RD)
Wednesday: Maureen Boyle (RD) Kay O’Malley (RD)
Thursday: Thanksgiving Mass, Special Intentions
Friday: Tom Fitzharris (A) Anton McGettigan (RD)
The Annual Crosscare Collection will be taken up next weekend September 19th/20th. As you will appreciate Crosscare need our support now more than ever before to help those most in need in our communities at this time of crisis.
Monthly Envelopes for September are now due, they may be dropped into the PDF Boxes in the Church or the post-box at the Coimin Centre. Many thanks to all who are making a special effort to return their envelopes this time it is greatly appreciated.
Eucharistic Adoration & Rosary will take place every Tuesday from 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. If you are unable to come to the Church, you can join us via webcam on blessingtonparish.ie
Eco-Congregation Ireland recently awarded the Parishes of Blessington, Valleymount & Lacken an Eco-Awareness Certificate for their efforts to promote sustainable living & bio-diversity in the parish. It is hoped to continue with this project in the coming months as we work together to promote Climate Justice.
COURSES IN YOUR LOCAL ETB THIS AUTUMN
Health Related Fitness Course Why not try something new this winter? This course will help you to: Develop an awareness of issues around health, fitness and physical activities Make personal choices about food and physical activity Understand stress and how to deal with it Maintain a healthy lifestyle This course will be run for one morning a week. Learn and have fun in a safe and friendly environment. All Covid-19 guidelines strictly adhered to. We also have courses available in Basic computers, English for speakers of other languages and Basic English. For further information on all the above please contact Annette at 086 846 2771 or 045 851 494.
GROW – Community Mental Health Programme
Tues 15th Sept: Understanding & Promoting Positive Mental Health
Tues 22nd Sept: The Power of Sleep
Tues 29th Sept: Boost Your Brain & Achieve Balance through Nutrition & Lifestyle
Tues 6th Oct: Understanding Trauma
Tues 13th Oct: Parenting Skills in Today’s World
Tues 20th Oct: Your Superpowers
Tues 3rd Nov: Mindfulness
Free Access via Zoom – 7.30pm – 9.00pm each evening. To Register For A Place Please Contact 6063184 or
Blessington Mini-Rugby returns outdoors for 4 and 5 year olds. Boys & girls welcome. K.O. 11:15am each Sat starting 5th Sept at St Kevin’s Hall
Blessington Mini-Rugby U10-U13 boys and girls restarts on 8th Sep, from 7pm to 8pm on GAA Astro
Searching for Spanish-English conversation exchange to improve pronunciation. +34687446322 danixa.montero@gmail.com
Anam Cara South Dublin is holding its monthly Parent Evening for bereaved parents on Mon 14th Sept at 7:20pm in the Maldron Hotel, Tallaght. This event is free & 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.
The Parish Office Opening Hours Monday to Friday from 9am to 12.30pm for Mass Bookings, Mass Cards, & Enquiries
Email: office@blessington.info Carol: 045 865 327 – 9am to 12.30pm Jean: 087 235 0835 – 9am to 5pm Please observe social distance, and use hand sanitiser when entering & leaving
St. Marys’ Schools & Blessington ParishLotto Jackpot next week €2775 sign up for €2 per week on parish website
Memory Walk Campaign The Alzheimer Society of Ireland. Support the Memory Walk Campaign – Let’s Walk together for Dementia services on September 20thin aid of the Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland See the full details and registration at
Blessington Libraryis Open Each Week Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 10am till 5 pm, Tuesday 1pm till 8.30 pm. Our customers are welcome to come in, browse and borrow books.
Blessington Library has now resumed the 6-day working week with late nights Tuesday and Thursday, for browse and borrow. We are observing social distancing & face coverings, & we are looking forward to seeing you.
NEWSLETTER ADS
Ruth Shine School of Dance Ballet, Modern, Contemporary and Acrobatic Arts Classes Ages 3 to Adult We pride ourselves on the beautiful, confident and happy dancers our students become! Join our dance community, based in our newly renovated, state of the art studio ‘DanceTrax Studios’ Contact Ruth on 086 406 2618, look us up on Instagram/Facebook or visit our website
Furnished 1 Bed Cottage with conservatory &stunning lake views for rent in Lacken. Enquiries to 087 660 2140
Talbot Chimneys Ltd – Family Run Business Since 1978. Insurance Claims Handled, Chimney Repairs / Reline / Rebuild, CCTv Surveys, Chimney Cleaning. Descaling of Soot & Tar Build Up. Fully Insured. No Call-Out Charge for OAPs on Mention of this Ad. Freephone 1800 406 700 Office 045 850 957
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
Newsletter Advertising Rates For just 50c per word per week you can reach a large, local audience. Final cut-off for receiving adverts is Wed 10am You can email the copy to office@blessington.info and pay in the Parish Office or by bank transfer. Office open from 9am to 1pm Monday to Friday and from 3pm to 4pm Monday to Thursday.
Blessington Airport Taxi – 087 255 7993 Standard Taxi €77 one way Large 7-Seater €87 one way Call Richard on 087 255 7993 Or email: richardmc.keever@yahoo.ie
Happy Faces Pre School Blessington – Situated in the Further Education Centre (old Tech) is a fun, stimulating & welcoming environment with a curriculum focusing on the best care & education for your child. Our staff are highly trained within the childcare sector, child led & Montessori methods of learning & development, limited ECCE & part time places available for Sept 2020. Find us on Facebook or email us happyfaces@blessingtonfec.ie for more information
Naas Golf Driving Range is a flood-lit driving range open to all golfers. Open 7 days a week. Located one mile from Sallins and one mile from Johnstown Garden Centre. 045 874489. All welcome.
Gardening- For Autumn Tidying, Hedge Clipping, Lawn Care, Beds Overhauled, Painting etc Phone Mark 085 133 7714
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
Active Appliance Repairs over 20 years’ experience repairing and servicing all brands of domestic and commercial appliances. For a fast, friendly and efficient service call us today on 086 393 7762 or 086 361 9082 Call out Charge €75
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
The gospel message is one of joy, rooted in the love & care of Christ for everyone. Today Jesus spells out our Christian family duty – to have a responsibility towards each other: we cannot stand by idly & watch others harm themselves.
Tough words today about correction. We don’t like the idea of people telling us off or trying to change us. We can see it in the wide perspective of the influence of a community or group, and of the call of Jesus to help us become better disciples.
He knows it’s a difficult area, so he offers different ways of keeping us all on the safe path. If you are concerned about someone talk to them directly, and then to just one or two people, and only later go to the community. This comes from the sensitivity of Jesus and from his desire to bring people to the better life through love and compassion.
A principal work of the gospel of Jesus is to encourage each other. An apostle, Barnabas, was known as the ‘son of encouragement’. In trying to help each other come to closer following of Jesus, an ounce of encouragement is worth a ton of exhortation! We often find that when, for example, we are trying to help a person in drug or gambling addiction: lectures don’t work.
All the commandments of Jesus and his way of dealing with us are done in the name of love. The second reading sums it up – ‘Love is the one thing that cannot hurt your neighbour; that is why it is the answer to every one of the commandments’.
Donal Neary SJ, Editor Sacred Heart Messenger
Mass Intentions this Week
Saturday 6pm: Eugene Fennell (1st A) Katie Kelly (A) Mary Ann Sargent (A) Deceased Members of the Kelly & Sargent Families, Charlie Hayes (Birthday Rem)
Sunday 10am: Barry O’Donnell (Rem) Frances Lockhart (RD)
We also remember:
Monday: Mass offered for all the Blessington List of the Sick
Tuesday: Colm & Nuala, O’Donnell (A) Special Intentions, Special Intentions
Wednesday: Ian Thompson (RD) Frances Rowan (RD)
Thursday: Special Intentions, Special Intentions
Friday: Mons. Seamus Conway (RD) Anne Edwards (RD)
Eucharistic Adoration & Rosary will take place every Tuesday from 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. If you are unable to come to the Church, you can join us via webcam on blessingtonparish.ie
We are a new family in town just relocated from Spain. We would like to improve our English which is pretty good although it misses proper pronunciation (you know, Spanish accent :-)) we would like to find people for conversation. Ideally, (retired) English teachers. Call or text: 0034687446322 or email: danixa.montero@gmail.com
Getting Back on Track Financially Most of us have some level of debt, but when unpaid debt becomes such a burden that it prevents you from getting out of bed in the morning, brings a sense of dread when answering the phone or opening the post, it is time to take control of the situation. The unfortunate reality is that due to the impact of COVID-19 many more people in Ireland may be struggling to pay their debts having recently lost their jobs or struggling to make ends meet on reduced incomes. The effects of problem debt on a person’s wellbeing & mental health can be severe and can prevent them coming forward for help but there is a solution to every debt problem & this is where the Insolvency Service of Ireland (ISI) can help. The ISI is the independent government body with four debt solutions to help people with all levels of problem debt – from credit cards to mortgages. It regulates debt advisors called Personal Insolvency Practitioners (PIPs). You could be insolvent if: you can’t pay your bills in full when they are due. You’re paying a little off each bill trying to keep creditors at bay. You’ve had calls and letters about missed repayments and threats of repossession. If you are insolvent & in arrears on your home mortgage you could also be eligible for a free consultation with a PIP under the State-funded Abhaile Scheme. The purpose of that Scheme is to help people in serious arrears to find the best available solutions, with the help of professional advisors. The priority will be to find a sustainable solution that keeps a person in their home, where possible. For more information visit www.backontrack.ie or freetext GETHELP to 50015 for a call-back.
GROW – Community Mental Health Programme
Tues 15th Sept: Understanding & Promoting Positive Mental Health
Tues 22nd Sept: The Power of Sleep
Tues 29th Sept: Boost Your Brain & Achieve Balance through Nutrition & Lifestyle
Tues 6th Oct: Understanding Trauma
Tues 13th Oct: Parenting Skills in Today’s World
Tues 20th Oct: Your Superpowers
Tues 3rd Nov: Mindfulness
Free Access via Zoom – 7.30pm – 9.00pm each evening. To Register For A Place Please Contact 6063184
Blessington Mini-Rugby returns outdoors for 4 and 5 year olds. Boys & girls welcome. K.O. 11:15am each Sat starting 5th Sept at St Kevin’s Hall
Blessington Mini-Rugby U10-U13 boys and girls restarts on 8th Sep, from 7pm to 8pm on GAA Astro
Winners of the Lacken and Valleymount Members Draw for August – Nuala & Seamus Kelly, Kathleen O’Connor, Sylvia & Liam Kavanagh, Sheila & Pat Geoghegan, Mary & Jack Paton
Anam Cara South Dublin is holding its monthly Parent Evening for bereaved parents on Mon 14th Sept at 7:20pm in the Maldron Hotel, Tallaght. This event is free & 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.
St. Marys’ Schools & Blessington ParishLotto Jackpot next week €2725 sign up for €2 per week on parish website
Blessington Libraryis Open Each Week, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 10am till 5 pm, Tuesday 1pm till 8.30 pm. Our customers are welcome to come in, browse and borrow books.
Blessington Library has now resumed the 6-day working week with late nights Tuesday and Thursday,for browse and borrow. We are observing social distancing and face coverings, and we are looking forward to seeing you.
The Parish Office Opening Hours Monday to Friday from 9am to 12.30pm for Mass Bookings, Mass Cards, & Enquiries. Email: office@blessington.info Carol: 045 865 327 – 9am to 12.30pm Jean: 087 235 0835 – 9am to 5pm Please observe social distance, and use hand sanitiser when entering & leaving.
Email us with your Community Group news: office@blesson.info
NEWSLETTER ADS
Blessington & District Credit Union – Scholarships to be won: 2 – Third Level €3000: 3 – PLC’s €1000. Entry Forms in the Office 045 865 328. Or online www.blessingtoncu.ie T & C’s Apply
Anna Nagle B.Ed, E.M.T.,Dip.l.T.EC.,P.T. COUNSELLING for CLARITY. Main St, Blessington. 087 227 3925
Ruth Shine School of Dance. Ballet, Modern, Contemporary and Acrobatic Arts Classes. Ages 3 to Adult. We pride ourselves on the beautiful, confident and happy dancers our students become! Join our dance community, based in our newly renovated, state of the art studio ‘DanceTrax Studios’ Contact Ruth on 086 406 2618, look us up on Instagram/Facebook or visit our website
Talbot Chimneys Ltd – Family Run Business Since 1978. Insurance Claims Handled. Chimney Repairs / Reline / Rebuild. CCTv Surveys. Chimney Cleaning. Descaling of Soot & Tar Build Up. Fully Insured. No Call-Out Charge for OAPs on Mention of this Ad. Freephone 1800 406 700 – Office 045 850 957
Gardening- For Autumn Tidying, Hedge Clipping, Lawn Care, Beds Overhauled, Painting etc Phone Mark 085 133 7714
OFFICE CONTENTS to include – selection of sturdy desks, with or without returns & drawers, computer desks, solid mahogany dining table & 6 chairs, selection of seats & chairs, large & small shredders, printers, Panasonic KX-T7730 phone system with 7 extensions, filing cabinets with folders, notice boards, some old computers and other bits & pieces such as cd rack, staplers, etc., from as little as €1. Total clear-out, everything must go! 087 290 7992.
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
Blessington Airport Taxi – 087 255 7993 Standard Taxi €77 one way. Large 7-Seater €87 one way. Call Richard on 087 255 7993. Or email: richardmc.keever@yahoo.ie
Happy Faces Pre School Blessington Situated in the Further Education Centre (old Tech) is a fun, stimulating & welcoming environment with a curriculum focusing on the best care & education for your child. Our staff are highly trained within the childcare sector, child led & Montessori methods of learning & development, limited ECCE & part time places available for Sept 2020. Find us on Facebook or email us happyfaces@blessingtonfec.ie for more information
ROBOTIC LAWNMOWERS now available locally. Free garden assessment. Installation service also available. Contact Ken@aceroboticlawncare.ie or call 086 834 4332 for more information
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
Want to do your own Garden or Building Project? Hire the machines save time & labour mini diggers, dumpers & other equipment available. Contact Padraig BALLYMORE TARMAC on 087 271 6749 or
Active Appliance Repairs over 20 years’ experience repairing and servicing all brands of domestic and commercial appliances. For a fast, friendly and efficient service call us today on 086 393 7762 or 086 361 9082. Call out Charge €75
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
All the laws, customs and regulations of religion have only one end: to love God and our neighbour. Jesus is adamant that love is at the heart of true religion.
Jesus was a man who knew his own mind. Our first reading describes a man certain of his mission in life even when putting it into practice and it looks ahead to Jesus. His conviction ‘wearied him’ and made a mockery of him. The gospel incident has the apostles upset, especially their leader Peter, at what was the mission of Jesus in death and resurrection. Following him would involve the same sort of dedication, even to carrying the cross. Finding a goal in life is a grace from God. We hope we have found a goal ourselves, something big enough to live for. We want to hand this on to our younger people. We receive hundreds of different messages about what makes for meaning and happiness in life we want to discern what brings true meaning.
A good guide is from Pope Francis, with echoes of St Ignatius’ Spiritual Exercises: ‘God’s voice, instead, never promises cheap joy. It invites us to go beyond our ego to find that true good, peace.’
“God’s voice and the tempter’s speak in different “surroundings”. The enemy (of the goodness of our human nature) prefers darkness, falsehood, and gossip; the Lord loves sunlight, truth, and sincere transparency.” (May 3rd, 2020). Maybe we can watch this week for what brings an uplift of peace and joy in our lives and follow the pathways of this peace and joy. Your will be done, o Lord, on earth as it is in heaven. Donal Neary SJ, Editor Sacred Heart Messenger
We also remember: Tommy McDonald(A) Alfie Zeller (A)
Monday: Mass offered for all the Blessington List of the Sick
Tuesday: Frank O’Neill, Get Well Intentions, Special Living Intentions
Wednesday: Eugene Winters (A) The deceased members of the Ryan Family.
Thursday: Douglas Shirran (RD) Sean Dowling (A)
Friday: 1st Friday … Mass offered for all those on the November List of the Dead
Congratulation to the girls and boys from St Joseph’s NS, Valleymount & St Mary’s SNS, Blessington who received the Sacrament of Confirmation this weekend
Thursday 3rd September – There will be no Holy Hour / Benediction with Deacon Gerry.
Friday 4th September – 1st Friday of the Month. The Masses will be offered for all those whose names are on the Altar List of the Dead. The priests will visit the sick & housebound. If you would like a visit please contact the Parish Office, 045 865 327
Padre Pio Mass will take place at 8pm in Church of Our Lady, Blessington.
Adoration & Rosary will take place every Tuesday from 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. If you are unable to come to the Church, you can join us via webcam on blessingtonparish.ie
Due to the extended Covid-19 Restrictions for Kildare, Crosschapel, Eadestown & Kilteel Churches will remain closed until further notice.
St. Marys’ Schools & Blessington ParishLotto Jackpot next week €2650 sign up for €2 per week on parish website http://www.blessingtonparish.ie
Lacken-Kilbride Juvenile GAA Club – SEEKING PLAYERS for new Juvenile members from Under 7’s upwards (5 years old & upwards). Especially at Under 11’s, for boys & girls (players born in 2009, 2010 or 2011). And up to Under 14’s girls. Training is every Monday at 6.30pm in Kilbride & most Wednesday’s at 6.30pm. Any enquiries you can contact Diarmuid Haughian direct on 086 3113 443 or Joeann Gahan on 086 845 0247 or Donal Gahan on 087 979 2354. Or just turn up at training & speak to one of the coaches in order to get registered. Everyone is welcome at all levels.
The Migraine Association of Ireland would like to invite you to join us on Wednesday 9th September at 7 pm for an online seminar via Zoom with Dr Edward O’Sullivan – Director of the Migraine Clinic in CUH. We will be discussing: New Daily Persistent Headache, (NDPH) Pathophysiology, Management Treatments and Medication Overuse Headache (MOH) For you to gain the most from this event please email us your questions before the event to ensure they are discussed on the night. You can send your questions to us via info@migraine.ie or via Facebook and Twitter and they will be answered on the night. The event will take place via zoom and you must sign up for a place via Eventbrite through this link https://bit.ly/3iXasoN The login details for the event will be issued on the afternoon of 9th September, only to those who have signed up for the event. 10% discount off Migraine Association Membership for those who live in West Wicklow, using code MAI-WW1. Valid until 30th September. This talk has been made possible by a National Lottery Grant from HSE office in CHO 7 West Wicklow
Courses in the Further Education and Training Centre Blessington. Are you considering doing a course, changing your career? Do you need Guidance? Here at Blessington Further Education and Training Centre we provide a free, professional, impartial career guidance and information service to all adults. For further information on upcoming courses or changing your career please contact our Guidance Service, Irene Hayden on 086 806 1569 or irenehayden@kwetb.ie or contact Karen Townsend on 086 850 3833 or karentownsend@kwetb.ie
Cruthú Gallery at Russborough – Open Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays from 12 noon. Our members have been very creative during the lockdown so we will start posting soon some exciting new art pieces that will be available for purchase. We look forward to seeing you soon and please remember to mind the social distancing rules. www.cruthu.ie or contact us at cruthuart@gmail.com
The Parish Office Opening Hours Monday to Friday 9am to 12.30pm for Mass Bookings, Mass Cards, & General Enquiries. Email: office@blessington.info Carol: 045 865 327 – 9am to 12.30pm – Jean: 087 235 0835 – 9am to 5pm. Please observe social distance & please use hand sanitiser when entering & leaving.
Anna Nagle B.Ed, E.M.T.,Dip.l.T.EC.,P.T. COUNSELLING for CLARITY. Main St, Blessington. 087 227 3925
Ruth Shine School of Dance. Ballet, Modern, Contemporary and Acrobatic Arts Classes. Ages 3 to Adult. We pride ourselves on the beautiful, confident and happy dancers our students become! Join our dance community, based in our newly renovated, state of the art studio ‘DanceTrax Studios’ Contact Ruth on 086 406 2618, look us up on Instagram/Facebook or visit our website
If Your Child Has A Diagnosis of Autism and requires an early intervention preschool, email: info@inspirecdc.ie in Naas
Cleaner Required for St. Mary’s Junior School Monday to Friday, from 3pm till 7:30pm Please contact Jelena 086 157 0143
Gardening- For Autumn, Tidying, Hedge Clipping, Lawn Care, Beds Overhauled, Painting etc Phone Mark 085 133 7714
BLESSINGTON LIBRARYNEWS
Blessington Libraryis Open Each Week, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 10am till 5 pm, Tuesday 1pm till 8.30 pm. Our customers are welcome to come in, browse and borrow books.
Blessington Library has now resumed the 6-day working week with late nights Tuesday and Thursday,for browse and borrow. We are observing social distancing and face coverings, and we are looking forward to seeing you.
OFFICE CONTENTS to include – selection of sturdy desks, with or without returns & drawers, computer desks, solid mahogany dining table & 6 chairs, selection of seats & chairs, large & small shredders, printers, Panasonic KX-T7730 phone system with 7 extensions,filing cabinets with folders, notice boards, some old computers and other bits & pieces such as cd rack, staplers, etc., from as little as €1. Total clear-out everything must go! 087 290 7992.
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
Blessington Airport Taxi – 087 255 7993, Standard Taxi €77 one way Large 7-Seater €87 one way Call Richard on 087 255 7993 Or email: richardmc.keever@yahoo.ie
Happy Faces Pre School Blessington Situated in the Further Education Centre (old Tech)is a fun, stimulating & welcoming environment with a curriculum focusing on the best care & education for your child. Our staff are highly trained within the childcare sector, child led & Montessori methods of learning & development, limited ECCE & part time places available for Sept 2020. Find us on Facebook or email us happyfaces@blessingtonfec.ie for more information
Affordable Live-in Homecare provides live-in carers for the elderly in your area. If you are looking for a live-in carer for your relative, please call Eileen or Tom today on 087 9916791 or 087 7440729. Our website is www.alhomecare.ie
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
Active Appliance Repairs over 20 years’ experience repairing and servicing all brands of domestic and commercial appliances. For a fast, friendly and efficient service call us today on 086 393 7762 or 086 361 9082 Call out Charge €75
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
Newsletter Advertising Rates For just 50c per word per week you can reach a large, local audience. You can email the copy to office@blessington.info and pay in the Parish Office or by bank transfer. Office open from 9am to 12.30pm Monday to Friday
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Issue 1324 September 20th 2020
/0 Comments/in Newsletter /by officeThe Annual Crosscare Collection will be taken up this weekend. As you will appreciate Crosscare need our support now more than ever before to help those most in need in our communities at this time of crisis. This collection will replace the Share Collection, there will also be prepaid envelopes available for donations as well as the option for donating on-line at www.crosscare.ie
Mass Intentions this Week
John O’Hara (RD) UK
Saturday 6pm: Billy Hamilton (A) Tom & Mary Tivnan (A) Eithne Cranley (Bth Rem)
Sunday 10am: The Deceased Members of the Tully Family, Willian Doran (A)
We also remember: Dolores Taggart, Deceased Members of the Taggert & Travers Families, Rose Balfe, Charles Doran, John Cooke, Kitty Murphy, Ted & Sheila Balfe, Jim & May Lahiff, Teresa O’Sullivan
Monday: Mass offered for all the Blessington List of the Sick
Tuesday: Billy Hamilton (A) Barry Kavanagh (RD) Tom, Phyllis, & Roger Farrell. Deceased members of Moran, Farrell, Kelly & Millar families.
Wednesday: Get Well Intentions, Get Well Mass
Thursday: Jimmy Gallagher (1st A) John O’Hara (RD)
Friday: Blessington Deceased Mass Card List
Family Acknowledgements
On this Philip Gallagher’s 1st Anniversary, the family would like to thank the doctors and nurses who cared for Philip during his illness, and to those who visited and wished him well. We would like to thank those who sympathized, attended the wake and funeral, sent mass cards, letters and emails, all of which were a great support to the family. We were so grateful to all those that provided food and helped in any way. Thanks to Fr Noel Campbell, Tony and Regina Clarke ,Lorraine & Paul for the music in the church, and also to the guard of honour, Thanks to the Zeller family, Enda Carmody, Tony Byrne & Tony Burke. All donations received went to the Palliative care Night Nurses team. A mass will be offered for your intentions. The Gallagher Family
Marie Whelan & Family would like to thank everyone for their help & kindness & for all the cards, flowers & food during the time of the loss of her husband, Michael Whelan of Blackdown, Kilteel. A very special word of thanks to Fr Comer for his care and kindness to her & all the family. Many thanks to the staff of Tallaght Hospital who cared for Michael. A Mass will be offered for your intentions.
Eucharistic Adoration & Rosary will take place every Tuesday from 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. If you are unable to come to the Church, you can join us via webcam on blessingtonparish.ie
Lacken Naíonra – NOW ENROLLING. Emphasis is on the holistic development of pre-school children through outdoor activity. ECCE and NCS approved. Enquiries to lackenschool@eircom.net or phone 045 865086
Lacken National School has places available in the Early Intervention Class. Enquiries to lackenschool@eircom.net or phone 045 865086
Blessing of Schoolbags for Junior Infants / Senior Infants
Wednesday 23rd September St Joseph’s Church, Valleymount at 2pm
Thursday 24th September St Marys School & Gaelscoil na Lochanna at 2pm in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. Parents and Grandparents welcome
Blessing for the School Year in Lacken School at Friday 25th September
The Season of Creation runs from September 1st to October 4th During this time we are asked to reflect on our commitment to care for creation & to take practical steps to reduce waste & carbon emissions. The Encyclical “Laudatio Si” meaning “praised be to you” was released in May 2015. The document opens with the following words from Pope Francis which are: “I wish to address every person living on this planet. I urgently appeal for a new dialogue about how we are shaping the future of our planet . We need a conversation which includes everyone, since the environmental challenge we are undergoing & its human roots concern & affect us all”
Dunlavin GAA & Western Gaels are running a Drive in Bingo in Blessington Mart on 27th Sept at 2pm. €3000 in prizes. Gates open at 12 noon. Eircode W91 Y667
Searching for Spanish-English conversation exchange to improve pronunciation. +34687446322 danixa.montero@gmail.com
COURSES IN YOUR LOCAL ETB THIS AUTUMN
Health Related Fitness Course. Why not try something new this winter? This course will help you to: Develop an awareness of issues around health, fitness and physical activities. Make personal choices about food and physical activity. Understand stress and how to deal with it. Maintain a healthy lifestyle. This course will be run for one morning a week. Learn and have fun in a safe and friendly environment. All Covid-19 guidelines strictly adhered to. We also have courses available in Basic computers, English for speakers of other languages and Basic English. For further information on all the above please contact Annette at 086 846 2771 or 045 851 494.
Monthly Envelopes for September are now due, they may be dropped into the PDF Boxes in the Church. Many thanks to all who are making a special effort to return their envelopes, it is greatly appreciated.
Blessington Mini-Rugby returns outdoors for 4 and 5 year olds. Boys & girls welcome. K.O. 11:15am each Sat at St Kevin’s Hall
Blessington Mini-Rugby U10-U13 boys and girls restarts from 7pm to 8pm on GAA Astro
The Parish Office Opening Hours Monday to Friday from 9am to 12.30pm for Mass Bookings, Mass Cards, & Enquiries Email: office@blessington.info Carol: 045 865 327 – 9am to 12.30pm Jean: 087 235 0835 – 9am to 5pm Please observe social distance, and use hand sanitiser when entering & leaving
St. Marys’ Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto Jackpot next week €2800 sign up for €2 per week on parish website
http://www.blessingtonparish.ie
Memory Walk Campaign – The Alzheimer Society of Ireland. Support the Memory Walk Campaign –Let’s Walk together for Dementia services on September 20th in aid of the Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland. See the full details and registration at
https://alzheimer.ie/get-involved/fundraising-events/alzheimer-memory-walk/
Email us with your Community Group news: office@blessington.info
St Vincent de Paul local number 087 181 1579
NEWSLETTER ADS
We are delighted to announce 3 positions coming up on our scheme, they are as follows:
Lacken Project Development Assistant CES 2138659
St. Kevin’s Administration Assistant CES 2138665
Blessington Soccer Club Caretaker CES 2138673
PLEASE NOTE you must be in receipt of Job Seeker’s Allowance. Excellent opportunity to get into or back into the workforce working 19.5 hrs a week whilst contributing to your local community. Community employment rates apply. Full training provided and support through personal progression plan. For full job description or any further information, please contact the Community Employment Office, Martin Cahill on 045 891348 or call in to us (across from Dunnes Stores).
Blessington Bookstore Christmas Pop-Up Shop now relocated to Method Physio! Click and Collect, or Book to Browse available. Phone us on 083 848 6745 or visit www.blessingtonbooks.com Great books & great gift ideas for birthdays and Christmas for all ages. We are open Monday to Saturday 9am to 5pm. Looking forward to seeing you!
Furnished 1 Bed Cottage with conservatory & stunning lake views for rent in Lacken. Enquiries to 087 660 2140
Castle Canine Cuts Dog Grooming Service. Clipping, Trimming, Shampooing for all Breeds. Nail and ear care included. Appointments Monday-Saturday. Contact Gillian on 087 764 1911 castlecanincuts@gmail.com or find us on Facebook.
Talbot Chimneys Ltd. Family Run Business Since 1978, Insurance Claims Handled, Chimney Repairs / Reline / Rebuild, CCTv Surveys, Chimney Cleaning. Descaling of Soot & Tar Build Up. Fully Insured. No Call-Out Charge for OAPs on Mention of this Ad. Freephone 1800 406 700 Office 045 850 957
www.talbotchimneys.ie
Part Time Bar Staff Required experience preferable. Full Time Greenkeeper with Experience Required at Slade Valley Golf Club reply to info@sladevalleygolfclub.ie
Gardening – For Autumn Tidying, Hedge Clipping, Lawn Care, Beds Overhauled, Painting etc Phone Mark 085 133 7714
ROBOTIC LAWNMOWERS now available locally. Free garden assessment. Installation service also available. Contact Ken@aceroboticlawncare.ie or call 086 834 4332 for more information
Want to do your own Garden or Building Project? Hire the machines, save time & labour mini diggers, dumpers & other equipment available. Contact Padraig. BALLYMORE TARMAC on 087 271 6749 or info@kilbrideplant.ie
Painter & Decorator Interior & Exterior – Phone: Damian 085 826 0431
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
Active Appliance Repairs over 20 years’ experience repairing and servicing all brands of domestic and commercial appliances. For a fast, friendly and efficient service call us today on 086 393 7762 or 086 361 9082. Call out Charge €75
www.activeappliancerepairs.ie
Paying too much to SKY or UPC? We install & Repair Free to Air and Saorview!! No more bills!! Call Billy: 086 868 0053
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
Happy Faces Pre School Blessington Situated in the Further Education Centre (old Tech)is a fun, stimulating & welcoming environment with a curriculum focusing on the best care & education for your child. Our staff are highly trained within the childcare sector, child led & Montessori methods of learning & development, limited ECCE & part time places available for Sept 2020. Find us on Facebook or email us happyfaces@blessingtonfec.ie for more information
Blessington Airport Taxi – 087 255 7993 – Standard Taxi €77 one way. Large 7-Seater €87 one way. Call Richard on 087 255 7993. Or email: richardmc.keever@yahoo.ie
Noel Nolan – Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com
German Autoworks – Service Specialist. VW/Audi, Mercedes, Skoda, Seat, Opel. Call 087 286 3997
www.germanautoworks.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
Issue 1323 September 13th 2020
/0 Comments/in Newsletter /by office24th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME – 13th September 2020
It is not easy to understand the mind of God. He sees goodness where we see none; he showers blessings where none seem to be deserved. Yet even with our limited vision we can be sure he is near us whenever we call him.
One of the meanings of this parable is that God’s forgiveness is unconditional and amazing. The huge debt is a way for Jesus to say that the forgiveness of the first man was like the forgiveness of God. None of us go through life without needing the forgiveness of God in things big and small. It’s like switching on the light in a dark room, or when an ugly scar heals on the body and we live in light and are beautiful again. The forgiveness is offered on trust: we are to trust that no matter what our past, the present is full of the brightness of forgiveness which flows around the world, as it flowed from Jesus on the cross and in his forgiveness of those who had tortured and killed him.
The forgiveness given is contrasted with the forgiveness refused. The only reason sometimes that we forgive another is to live like Jesus or when we know we are forgiven. C.S. Lewis wrote that ‘everyone thinks forgiveness is a lovely idea until they have something to forgive’ (quoted in M Hogan, Journeying with Matthew).
With the help of Jesus, we must learn to forgive but also to help others to learn to repent and forgive.
Forgive us Lord, and may we forgive each other as you forgive us.
Donal Neary SJ, Editor Sacred Heart Messenger
Mass Intentions this Week
Tom Nolan, Grangecon (RD) Noel Walsh Glasnevin (RD) Sean Callaly Dublin (RD)
Saturday 6pm: Gerard O’Dwyer (1st A) Eileen Cox (A)
Sunday 10am: Mary Smith (A) Barry O’Donnell (Rem)
We also remember: Mary Ryan Annie Doyle Frank Sexton
Monday: Mass offered for all the Blessington List of the Sick
Tuesday: Mary Bolger (A) Greg Hand (RD)
Wednesday: Maureen Boyle (RD) Kay O’Malley (RD)
Thursday: Thanksgiving Mass, Special Intentions
Friday: Tom Fitzharris (A) Anton McGettigan (RD)
The Annual Crosscare Collection will be taken up next weekend September 19th/20th. As you will appreciate Crosscare need our support now more than ever before to help those most in need in our communities at this time of crisis.
Monthly Envelopes for September are now due, they may be dropped into the PDF Boxes in the Church or the post-box at the Coimin Centre. Many thanks to all who are making a special effort to return their envelopes this time it is greatly appreciated.
Eucharistic Adoration & Rosary will take place every Tuesday from 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. If you are unable to come to the Church, you can join us via webcam on blessingtonparish.ie
Eco-Congregation Ireland recently awarded the Parishes of Blessington, Valleymount & Lacken an Eco-Awareness Certificate for their efforts to promote sustainable living & bio-diversity in the parish. It is hoped to continue with this project in the coming months as we work together to promote Climate Justice.
COURSES IN YOUR LOCAL ETB THIS AUTUMN
Health Related Fitness Course Why not try something new this winter? This course will help you to: Develop an awareness of issues around health, fitness and physical activities Make personal choices about food and physical activity Understand stress and how to deal with it Maintain a healthy lifestyle This course will be run for one morning a week. Learn and have fun in a safe and friendly environment. All Covid-19 guidelines strictly adhered to. We also have courses available in Basic computers, English for speakers of other languages and Basic English. For further information on all the above please contact Annette at 086 846 2771 or 045 851 494.
GROW – Community Mental Health Programme
Tues 15th Sept: Understanding & Promoting Positive Mental Health
Tues 22nd Sept: The Power of Sleep
Tues 29th Sept: Boost Your Brain & Achieve Balance through Nutrition & Lifestyle
Tues 6th Oct: Understanding Trauma
Tues 13th Oct: Parenting Skills in Today’s World
Tues 20th Oct: Your Superpowers
Tues 3rd Nov: Mindfulness
Free Access via Zoom – 7.30pm – 9.00pm each evening. To Register For A Place Please Contact 6063184 or
Blessington Mini-Rugby returns outdoors for 4 and 5 year olds. Boys & girls welcome. K.O. 11:15am each Sat starting 5th Sept at St Kevin’s Hall
Blessington Mini-Rugby U10-U13 boys and girls restarts on 8th Sep, from 7pm to 8pm on GAA Astro
Searching for Spanish-English conversation exchange to improve pronunciation. +34687446322 danixa.montero@gmail.com
Anam Cara South Dublin is holding its monthly Parent Evening for bereaved parents on Mon 14th Sept at 7:20pm in the Maldron Hotel, Tallaght. This event is free & 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.
The Parish Office Opening Hours Monday to Friday from 9am to 12.30pm for Mass Bookings, Mass Cards, & Enquiries
Email: office@blessington.info Carol: 045 865 327 – 9am to 12.30pm Jean: 087 235 0835 – 9am to 5pm Please observe social distance, and use hand sanitiser when entering & leaving
St. Marys’ Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto Jackpot next week €2775 sign up for €2 per week on parish website
http://www.blessingtonparish.ie
Email us with your Community Group news: office@blessington.info
Memory Walk Campaign The Alzheimer Society of Ireland. Support the Memory Walk Campaign – Let’s Walk together for Dementia services on September 20thin aid of the Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland See the full details and registration at
https://alzheimer.ie/get-involved/fundraising-events/alzheimer-memory-walk/
BLESSINGTON LIBRARY NEWS
Blessington Library is Open Each Week Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 10am till 5 pm, Tuesday 1pm till 8.30 pm. Our customers are welcome to come in, browse and borrow books.
Blessington Library has now resumed the 6-day working week with late nights Tuesday and Thursday, for browse and borrow. We are observing social distancing & face coverings, & we are looking forward to seeing you.
NEWSLETTER ADS
Ruth Shine School of Dance Ballet, Modern, Contemporary and Acrobatic Arts Classes Ages 3 to Adult We pride ourselves on the beautiful, confident and happy dancers our students become! Join our dance community, based in our newly renovated, state of the art studio ‘DanceTrax Studios’ Contact Ruth on 086 406 2618, look us up on Instagram/Facebook or visit our website
www.ruthshineschoolofdance.com ‘Make Your Soul Shine!’
Furnished 1 Bed Cottage with conservatory &stunning lake views for rent in Lacken. Enquiries to 087 660 2140
Talbot Chimneys Ltd – Family Run Business Since 1978. Insurance Claims Handled, Chimney Repairs / Reline / Rebuild, CCTv Surveys, Chimney Cleaning. Descaling of Soot & Tar Build Up. Fully Insured. No Call-Out Charge for OAPs on Mention of this Ad. Freephone 1800 406 700 Office 045 850 957
www.talbotchimneys.ie
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
Newsletter Advertising Rates For just 50c per word per week you can reach a large, local audience. Final cut-off for receiving adverts is Wed 10am You can email the copy to office@blessington.info and pay in the Parish Office or by bank transfer. Office open from 9am to 1pm Monday to Friday and from 3pm to 4pm Monday to Thursday.
Painter & Decorator Interior & Exterior – Phone: Damian 085 826 0431
Blessington Airport Taxi – 087 255 7993 Standard Taxi €77 one way Large 7-Seater €87 one way Call Richard on 087 255 7993 Or email: richardmc.keever@yahoo.ie
Happy Faces Pre School Blessington – Situated in the Further Education Centre (old Tech) is a fun, stimulating & welcoming environment with a curriculum focusing on the best care & education for your child. Our staff are highly trained within the childcare sector, child led & Montessori methods of learning & development, limited ECCE & part time places available for Sept 2020. Find us on Facebook or email us happyfaces@blessingtonfec.ie for more information
Naas Golf Driving Range is a flood-lit driving range open to all golfers. Open 7 days a week. Located one mile from Sallins and one mile from Johnstown Garden Centre. 045 874489. All welcome.
Gardening- For Autumn Tidying, Hedge Clipping, Lawn Care, Beds Overhauled, Painting etc Phone Mark 085 133 7714
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
Active Appliance Repairs over 20 years’ experience repairing and servicing all brands of domestic and commercial appliances. For a fast, friendly and efficient service call us today on 086 393 7762 or 086 361 9082 Call out Charge €75
www.activeappliancerepairs.ie
Paying too much to SKY or UPC? We install & Repair Free to Air and Saorview!! No more bills!! Call Billy: 086 868 0053
Noel Nolan Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com
German Autoworks – Service Specialist VW/Audi, Mercedes, Skoda, Seat, Opel Call 087 286 3997
www.germanautoworks.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
St Vincent de Paul local number 087 181 1579
Issue 1322 September 6th 2020
/0 Comments/in Newsletter /by office23rd SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME – 6th September 2020
The gospel message is one of joy, rooted in the love & care of Christ for everyone. Today Jesus spells out our Christian family duty – to have a responsibility towards each other: we cannot stand by idly & watch others harm themselves.
Tough words today about correction. We don’t like the idea of people telling us off or trying to change us. We can see it in the wide perspective of the influence of a community or group, and of the call of Jesus to help us become better disciples.
He knows it’s a difficult area, so he offers different ways of keeping us all on the safe path. If you are concerned about someone talk to them directly, and then to just one or two people, and only later go to the community. This comes from the sensitivity of Jesus and from his desire to bring people to the better life through love and compassion.
A principal work of the gospel of Jesus is to encourage each other. An apostle, Barnabas, was known as the ‘son of encouragement’. In trying to help each other come to closer following of Jesus, an ounce of encouragement is worth a ton of exhortation! We often find that when, for example, we are trying to help a person in drug or gambling addiction: lectures don’t work.
All the commandments of Jesus and his way of dealing with us are done in the name of love. The second reading sums it up – ‘Love is the one thing that cannot hurt your neighbour; that is why it is the answer to every one of the commandments’.
Donal Neary SJ, Editor Sacred Heart Messenger
Mass Intentions this Week
Saturday 6pm: Eugene Fennell (1st A) Katie Kelly (A) Mary Ann Sargent (A) Deceased Members of the Kelly & Sargent Families, Charlie Hayes (Birthday Rem)
Sunday 10am: Barry O’Donnell (Rem) Frances Lockhart (RD)
We also remember:
Monday: Mass offered for all the Blessington List of the Sick
Tuesday: Colm & Nuala, O’Donnell (A) Special Intentions, Special Intentions
Wednesday: Ian Thompson (RD) Frances Rowan (RD)
Thursday: Special Intentions, Special Intentions
Friday: Mons. Seamus Conway (RD) Anne Edwards (RD)
Eucharistic Adoration & Rosary will take place every Tuesday from 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. If you are unable to come to the Church, you can join us via webcam on blessingtonparish.ie
We don’t have missalettes at Mass at the moment but Fr Kevin’s Homilies are always available on our website: https://blessingtonparish.ie/homilies-year-a/
We are a new family in town just relocated from Spain. We would like to improve our English which is pretty good although it misses proper pronunciation (you know, Spanish accent :-)) we would like to find people for conversation. Ideally, (retired) English teachers. Call or text: 0034687446322 or email: danixa.montero@gmail.com
Getting Back on Track Financially Most of us have some level of debt, but when unpaid debt becomes such a burden that it prevents you from getting out of bed in the morning, brings a sense of dread when answering the phone or opening the post, it is time to take control of the situation. The unfortunate reality is that due to the impact of COVID-19 many more people in Ireland may be struggling to pay their debts having recently lost their jobs or struggling to make ends meet on reduced incomes. The effects of problem debt on a person’s wellbeing & mental health can be severe and can prevent them coming forward for help but there is a solution to every debt problem & this is where the Insolvency Service of Ireland (ISI) can help. The ISI is the independent government body with four debt solutions to help people with all levels of problem debt – from credit cards to mortgages. It regulates debt advisors called Personal Insolvency Practitioners (PIPs). You could be insolvent if: you can’t pay your bills in full when they are due. You’re paying a little off each bill trying to keep creditors at bay. You’ve had calls and letters about missed repayments and threats of repossession. If you are insolvent & in arrears on your home mortgage you could also be eligible for a free consultation with a PIP under the State-funded Abhaile Scheme. The purpose of that Scheme is to help people in serious arrears to find the best available solutions, with the help of professional advisors. The priority will be to find a sustainable solution that keeps a person in their home, where possible. For more information visit www.backontrack.ie or freetext GETHELP to 50015 for a call-back.
GROW – Community Mental Health Programme
Tues 15th Sept: Understanding & Promoting Positive Mental Health
Tues 22nd Sept: The Power of Sleep
Tues 29th Sept: Boost Your Brain & Achieve Balance through Nutrition & Lifestyle
Tues 6th Oct: Understanding Trauma
Tues 13th Oct: Parenting Skills in Today’s World
Tues 20th Oct: Your Superpowers
Tues 3rd Nov: Mindfulness
Free Access via Zoom – 7.30pm – 9.00pm each evening. To Register For A Place Please Contact 6063184
Blessington Mini-Rugby returns outdoors for 4 and 5 year olds. Boys & girls welcome. K.O. 11:15am each Sat starting 5th Sept at St Kevin’s Hall
Blessington Mini-Rugby U10-U13 boys and girls restarts on 8th Sep, from 7pm to 8pm on GAA Astro
Winners of the Lacken and Valleymount Members Draw for August – Nuala & Seamus Kelly, Kathleen O’Connor, Sylvia & Liam Kavanagh, Sheila & Pat Geoghegan, Mary & Jack Paton
Anam Cara South Dublin is holding its monthly Parent Evening for bereaved parents on Mon 14th Sept at 7:20pm in the Maldron Hotel, Tallaght. This event is free & 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.
St. Marys’ Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto Jackpot next week €2725 sign up for €2 per week on parish website
http://www.blessingtonparish.ie
BLESSINGTON LIBRARY NEWS
Blessington Library is Open Each Week, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 10am till 5 pm, Tuesday 1pm till 8.30 pm. Our customers are welcome to come in, browse and borrow books.
Blessington Library has now resumed the 6-day working week with late nights Tuesday and Thursday,for browse and borrow. We are observing social distancing and face coverings, and we are looking forward to seeing you.
The Parish Office Opening Hours Monday to Friday from 9am to 12.30pm for Mass Bookings, Mass Cards, & Enquiries. Email: office@blessington.info Carol: 045 865 327 – 9am to 12.30pm Jean: 087 235 0835 – 9am to 5pm Please observe social distance, and use hand sanitiser when entering & leaving.
Email us with your Community Group news: office@blesson.info
NEWSLETTER ADS
Blessington & District Credit Union – Scholarships to be won: 2 – Third Level €3000: 3 – PLC’s €1000. Entry Forms in the Office 045 865 328. Or online www.blessingtoncu.ie T & C’s Apply
Experienced Child Minder / Housekeeper Available. Ref on request. Call Pam. 085 754 7214
Anna Nagle B.Ed, E.M.T.,Dip.l.T.EC.,P.T. COUNSELLING for CLARITY. Main St, Blessington. 087 227 3925
Ruth Shine School of Dance. Ballet, Modern, Contemporary and Acrobatic Arts Classes. Ages 3 to Adult. We pride ourselves on the beautiful, confident and happy dancers our students become! Join our dance community, based in our newly renovated, state of the art studio ‘DanceTrax Studios’ Contact Ruth on 086 406 2618, look us up on Instagram/Facebook or visit our website
www.ruthshineschoolofdance.com
‘Make Your Soul Shine!’
Talbot Chimneys Ltd – Family Run Business Since 1978. Insurance Claims Handled. Chimney Repairs / Reline / Rebuild. CCTv Surveys. Chimney Cleaning. Descaling of Soot & Tar Build Up. Fully Insured. No Call-Out Charge for OAPs on Mention of this Ad. Freephone 1800 406 700 – Office 045 850 957
www.talbotchimneys.ie
Gardening- For Autumn Tidying, Hedge Clipping, Lawn Care, Beds Overhauled, Painting etc Phone Mark 085 133 7714
OFFICE CONTENTS to include – selection of sturdy desks, with or without returns & drawers, computer desks, solid mahogany dining table & 6 chairs, selection of seats & chairs, large & small shredders, printers, Panasonic KX-T7730 phone system with 7 extensions, filing cabinets with folders, notice boards, some old computers and other bits & pieces such as cd rack, staplers, etc., from as little as €1. Total clear-out, everything must go! 087 290 7992.
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
Painter & Decorator Interior & Exterior – Phone: Damian 085 826 0431
Blessington Airport Taxi – 087 255 7993 Standard Taxi €77 one way. Large 7-Seater €87 one way. Call Richard on 087 255 7993. Or email: richardmc.keever@yahoo.ie
Happy Faces Pre School Blessington Situated in the Further Education Centre (old Tech) is a fun, stimulating & welcoming environment with a curriculum focusing on the best care & education for your child. Our staff are highly trained within the childcare sector, child led & Montessori methods of learning & development, limited ECCE & part time places available for Sept 2020. Find us on Facebook or email us happyfaces@blessingtonfec.ie for more information
ROBOTIC LAWNMOWERS now available locally. Free garden assessment. Installation service also available. Contact Ken@aceroboticlawncare.ie or call 086 834 4332 for more information
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
Want to do your own Garden or Building Project? Hire the machines save time & labour mini diggers, dumpers & other equipment available. Contact Padraig BALLYMORE TARMAC on 087 271 6749 or
info@kilbrideplant.ie
Active Appliance Repairs over 20 years’ experience repairing and servicing all brands of domestic and commercial appliances. For a fast, friendly and efficient service call us today on 086 393 7762 or 086 361 9082. Call out Charge €75
www.activeappliancerepairs.ie
Paying too much to SKY or UPC? We install & Repair Free to Air and Saorview!! No more bills!! Call Billy: 086 868 0053
Noel Nolan Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com
German Autoworks – Service Specialist, VW/Audi, Mercedes, Skoda, Seat, Opel, Call 087 286 3997
www.germanautoworks.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
Issue 1321 August 30th 2020
/0 Comments/in Newsletter /by office22nd SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 30th August 2020
All the laws, customs and regulations of religion have only one end: to love God and our neighbour. Jesus is adamant that love is at the heart of true religion.
Jesus was a man who knew his own mind. Our first reading describes a man certain of his mission in life even when putting it into practice and it looks ahead to Jesus. His conviction ‘wearied him’ and made a mockery of him. The gospel incident has the apostles upset, especially their leader Peter, at what was the mission of Jesus in death and resurrection. Following him would involve the same sort of dedication, even to carrying the cross. Finding a goal in life is a grace from God. We hope we have found a goal ourselves, something big enough to live for. We want to hand this on to our younger people. We receive hundreds of different messages about what makes for meaning and happiness in life we want to discern what brings true meaning.
A good guide is from Pope Francis, with echoes of St Ignatius’ Spiritual Exercises: ‘God’s voice, instead, never promises cheap joy. It invites us to go beyond our ego to find that true good, peace.’
“God’s voice and the tempter’s speak in different “surroundings”. The enemy (of the goodness of our human nature) prefers darkness, falsehood, and gossip; the Lord loves sunlight, truth, and sincere transparency.” (May 3rd, 2020). Maybe we can watch this week for what brings an uplift of peace and joy in our lives and follow the pathways of this peace and joy. Your will be done, o Lord, on earth as it is in heaven. Donal Neary SJ, Editor Sacred Heart Messenger
Mass Intentions this Week – Colm Foxe, (Naas)
Saturday 6pm: Peter McNabb (Mths Mind) Denis Toomey (A) Kathleen & Hubert Costello (A)
Sunday 10am: Peter Whelan (A) Seamus Hayden (A)
We also remember: Tommy McDonald(A) Alfie Zeller (A)
Monday: Mass offered for all the Blessington List of the Sick
Tuesday: Frank O’Neill, Get Well Intentions, Special Living Intentions
Wednesday: Eugene Winters (A) The deceased members of the Ryan Family.
Thursday: Douglas Shirran (RD) Sean Dowling (A)
Friday: 1st Friday … Mass offered for all those on the November List of the Dead
Congratulation to the girls and boys from St Joseph’s NS, Valleymount & St Mary’s SNS, Blessington who received the Sacrament of Confirmation this weekend
Thursday 3rd September – There will be no Holy Hour / Benediction with Deacon Gerry.
Friday 4th September – 1st Friday of the Month. The Masses will be offered for all those whose names are on the Altar List of the Dead. The priests will visit the sick & housebound. If you would like a visit please contact the Parish Office, 045 865 327
Padre Pio Mass will take place at 8pm in Church of Our Lady, Blessington.
Adoration & Rosary will take place every Tuesday from 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. If you are unable to come to the Church, you can join us via webcam on blessingtonparish.ie
Due to the extended Covid-19 Restrictions for Kildare, Crosschapel, Eadestown & Kilteel Churches will remain closed until further notice.
We don’t have missalettes at Mass at the moment but Fr Kevin’s Homilies are always available on our website: https://blessingtonparish.ie/homilies-year-a/
St. Marys’ Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto Jackpot next week €2650 sign up for €2 per week on parish website http://www.blessingtonparish.ie
Lacken-Kilbride Juvenile GAA Club – SEEKING PLAYERS for new Juvenile members from Under 7’s upwards (5 years old & upwards). Especially at Under 11’s, for boys & girls (players born in 2009, 2010 or 2011). And up to Under 14’s girls. Training is every Monday at 6.30pm in Kilbride & most Wednesday’s at 6.30pm. Any enquiries you can contact Diarmuid Haughian direct on 086 3113 443 or Joeann Gahan on 086 845 0247 or Donal Gahan on 087 979 2354. Or just turn up at training & speak to one of the coaches in order to get registered. Everyone is welcome at all levels.
The Migraine Association of Ireland would like to invite you to join us on Wednesday 9th September at 7 pm for an online seminar via Zoom with Dr Edward O’Sullivan – Director of the Migraine Clinic in CUH. We will be discussing: New Daily Persistent Headache, (NDPH) Pathophysiology, Management Treatments and Medication Overuse Headache (MOH) For you to gain the most from this event please email us your questions before the event to ensure they are discussed on the night. You can send your questions to us via info@migraine.ie or via Facebook and Twitter and they will be answered on the night. The event will take place via zoom and you must sign up for a place via Eventbrite through this link https://bit.ly/3iXasoN The login details for the event will be issued on the afternoon of 9th September, only to those who have signed up for the event. 10% discount off Migraine Association Membership for those who live in West Wicklow, using code MAI-WW1. Valid until 30th September. This talk has been made possible by a National Lottery Grant from HSE office in CHO 7 West Wicklow
Courses in the Further Education and Training Centre Blessington. Are you considering doing a course, changing your career? Do you need Guidance? Here at Blessington Further Education and Training Centre we provide a free, professional, impartial career guidance and information service to all adults. For further information on upcoming courses or changing your career please contact our Guidance Service, Irene Hayden on 086 806 1569 or irenehayden@kwetb.ie or contact Karen Townsend on 086 850 3833 or karentownsend@kwetb.ie
Cruthú Gallery at Russborough – Open Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays from 12 noon. Our members have been very creative during the lockdown so we will start posting soon some exciting new art pieces that will be available for purchase. We look forward to seeing you soon and please remember to mind the social distancing rules. www.cruthu.ie or contact us at cruthuart@gmail.com
The Parish Office Opening Hours Monday to Friday 9am to 12.30pm for Mass Bookings, Mass Cards, & General Enquiries. Email: office@blessington.info Carol: 045 865 327 – 9am to 12.30pm – Jean: 087 235 0835 – 9am to 5pm. Please observe social distance & please use hand sanitiser when entering & leaving.
Email us with your Community Group news: office@blessington.info
NEWSLETTER ADS
Anna Nagle B.Ed, E.M.T.,Dip.l.T.EC.,P.T. COUNSELLING for CLARITY. Main St, Blessington. 087 227 3925
Ruth Shine School of Dance. Ballet, Modern, Contemporary and Acrobatic Arts Classes. Ages 3 to Adult. We pride ourselves on the beautiful, confident and happy dancers our students become! Join our dance community, based in our newly renovated, state of the art studio ‘DanceTrax Studios’ Contact Ruth on 086 406 2618, look us up on Instagram/Facebook or visit our website
www.ruthshineschoolofdance.com ‘Make Your Soul Shine!’
If Your Child Has A Diagnosis of Autism and requires an early intervention preschool, email: info@inspirecdc.ie in Naas
Cleaner Required for St. Mary’s Junior School Monday to Friday, from 3pm till 7:30pm Please contact Jelena 086 157 0143
Gardening- For Autumn, Tidying, Hedge Clipping, Lawn Care, Beds Overhauled, Painting etc Phone Mark 085 133 7714
BLESSINGTON LIBRARY NEWS
Blessington Library is Open Each Week, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 10am till 5 pm, Tuesday 1pm till 8.30 pm. Our customers are welcome to come in, browse and borrow books.
Blessington Library has now resumed the 6-day working week with late nights Tuesday and Thursday,for browse and borrow. We are observing social distancing and face coverings, and we are looking forward to seeing you.
OFFICE CONTENTS to include – selection of sturdy desks, with or without returns & drawers, computer desks, solid mahogany dining table & 6 chairs, selection of seats & chairs, large & small shredders, printers, Panasonic KX-T7730 phone system with 7 extensions,filing cabinets with folders, notice boards, some old computers and other bits & pieces such as cd rack, staplers, etc., from as little as €1. Total clear-out everything must go! 087 290 7992.
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
Blessington Airport Taxi – 087 255 7993, Standard Taxi €77 one way Large 7-Seater €87 one way Call Richard on 087 255 7993 Or email: richardmc.keever@yahoo.ie
Happy Faces Pre School Blessington Situated in the Further Education Centre (old Tech)is a fun, stimulating & welcoming environment with a curriculum focusing on the best care & education for your child. Our staff are highly trained within the childcare sector, child led & Montessori methods of learning & development, limited ECCE & part time places available for Sept 2020. Find us on Facebook or email us happyfaces@blessingtonfec.ie for more information
Affordable Live-in Homecare provides live-in carers for the elderly in your area. If you are looking for a live-in carer for your relative, please call Eileen or Tom today on 087 9916791 or 087 7440729. Our website is www.alhomecare.ie
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
Active Appliance Repairs over 20 years’ experience repairing and servicing all brands of domestic and commercial appliances. For a fast, friendly and efficient service call us today on 086 393 7762 or 086 361 9082 Call out Charge €75
www.activeappliancerepairs.ie
Paying too much to SKY or UPC? We install & Repair Free to Air and Saorview!! No more bills!! Call Billy: 086 868 0053
Noel Nolan Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com
German Autoworks Service Specialist VW/Audi, Mercedes, Skoda, Seat, Opel Call 087 286 3997
www.germanautoworks.ie
Painter & Decorator Interior & Exterior – Phone: Damian 085 826 0431
HEADSTONES McEvoy Monumental Works, Blessington, Headstones, Inscriptions, Renovations. Serving the people of Blessington for over 40 years. Call to our workshop at Millbank Blessington or phone: Mick 045 865 487 or 086 843 8832 or Gary 087 933 3487
www.mcevoymonumentalworks.com
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