Mass Intentions this Week – Anthony Dunphy (RD) Celbridge, Michael O’Connell (RD), Wendy Boothman (RD), Carolan Long (Corcoran) (RD)
Saturday 6pm: Louise Fleming (A) Mary Harney (1st A) Rita Jameson (A) Winnie Hayes (A)
Sunday 10am: William (Lee) Cummins (Mths Mind) Olive Keenan (Mths Mind) Raymond McGreal (A) Michael Ryan (A) Bunny McDonald Hyland (1st A)
We also remember: Nora Shirran, Betty, Jim & Michael McDonnell, Alicia, Hugh & Billy Hamilton (Valleymount), Billy Sargent, Kathleen & Rory Hayden, Bobby Burns
Monday: Mass offered for all the Blessington List of the Sick
►Daily Mass at 9.30am, Monday to Friday please join us in prayer for the rosary at 9am
►Saturday 14th November 2020: Mass at 6.00pm
►Sunday 15th November 2020 Mass at 10am
November List of the Dead – Envelopes available in Blessington, Manor Kilbride, & Valleymount Churches. They can be returned to Blessington Parish Office. Masses offered on the 1st Friday of every month throughout the year.
November Remembrance Mass – The candles we lit for our Parishioners who died in the past year during our November Mass are available for collection from the back of the Church. Perhaps a neighbour or friend could collect one and drop it off.
Join with Fr. Richard & Fr. Joe, in evening prayer via Zoom Monday, Wednesday, & Friday at 7.30pm. Log on to http://www.blessingtonparishes.com and click on the Zoom button. If you have any difficulty logging in, please contact us at info@blessingtonparishes.com
Financial Support for the Parish – Blessington, Crosschapel, Manor Kilbride, Valleymount & Lacken. During this time, you can make donations to support all our Churches via the DONATE BUTTON on the parish website www.blessingtonparish.ie All SHRINE MONEYremains in the parish Donations through the black PDF BOXES in Blessington Church also go towards the running of the parish. We are very grateful for your ongoing support. Support for our Diocese through the 1st & 2nd collections may also be made via the DONATE BUTTON on our website. The 1st collection goes to towards the support of the parish. The 2nd collection goes to the Diocese. There are also envelopes available in all Churches for these donations.
Blessington Parish Office will remain closed to the public during the current restrictions. Please call or email if you wish to have someone prayed for at Mass. Blessington Parish Christmas Mass Bouquets, Christmas Cards and other gift items now on sale. Email: office@blessington.info Carol: 045 865 327 – 9am to 12.30pm Jean: 087 235 0835 – 9am to 5pm Call or email for Mass Bookings, Mass Cards, Baptisms, Weddings & General Enquiries. All items can be collected…………
Collection for the Capuchin Day Centre for the Homeless. Saturday 21st November – Lakeshore Striders A.C Annual Charity Collection for the Capuchin Day Centre for the Homeless will take place on Saturday 21st November at the back entrance to SuperValu, Blessington from 12pm to 3pm(NOTE new collection point) Items requested by the centre include toiletries (shampoo, shower gel, deodorant, razors, toothpaste, tooth brushes, etc), nappies, baby food & formula, hats, socks, gloves, scarves as well as canned foods such as beans, peas, fruit etc. Please note the centre does not require sleeping bags this year. Cash donations also accepted on the day. For further information please email lakeshorestriders@gmail.com or call Edel on 087 961 8337
Senior Line If you are an older person and would like someone to talk to, consider phoning Senior Line. A National Confidential Service for Older People. Open every day from 10am -10pm. We are older people too, trained to listen & support. Freefone 1800 80 45 91
Many Thanks to all Volunteers who cleaned Our Lady’s Grotto, planted spring bulbs & planter boxes in the grounds of Valleymount Church
St Marys Junior N.S. Parents with children for junior infants starting in September 2021 please submit an application form by 20th November 2020. Forms are available for downloading by clicking on the Parent Info tab on our website: www.stmarysjns.weebly.com Pre-printed copies of the form can be picked up from school reception. Completed forms may be emailed to the school office: bsec@live.ie or posted to St Marys JNS, Main Street, Blessington W91YN0P. If you have any questions or require an application form by post, please phone the school office 045 865 501.Go raibh míle maith agat.
St. Joseph’s National School Valleymount are now taking applications for Junior Infants starting September 2021. Phone the office at 045-867289 or email valleymountns@gmail.comm for enrolment forms. Closing date for applications – November 30th, 2020
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
Blessington Lights up for Christmas 2020 Your Community needs your help!! We are looking for each household to make a small donation to ensure we can light up our Christmas Tree and Streetlights this December. We need to raise €4,500. Nobody wants to drive down the Main Street in Darkness this December. We need plenty of Christmas cheer. Come on Blessington Community, dig deep!! Donation Buckets in McGreals, The Credit Union and Wonkas, alternatively, please donate via www.gofundme.com/blessington-lights-up
Calling all Local Businesses, Artists & Crafters! Community Pool for West Wicklow are hosting an online Christmas Market and we would like you to be part of it! Every day from early November we will be posting a new video to our social media pages, like an extended Advent Calendar. Each video will showcase a different local business or artist and their products. We hope that our online Christmas Market will help to encourage people to shop local and support local businesses this Christmas. If you think this is something you would like to get involved in, then email us at poolforWestWicklow@gmail.com
Community Pool for West Wicklow have taken our Christmas Market online this year! Join us every day when we will showcase a new local business or artist and help you to shop local and support local businesses this Christmas! Videos can be viewed on our Facebook page @PoolforWestWicklow Instagram @westwicklowpool Twitter @poolforWestWic1 and on our brand new You Tube Channel https://tinyurl.com/CPWWYouTube Christmas will be a little different this year, but we can still spread a bit of magic & cheer!
SUPPORT OUR LOCAL SMALL BUSINESSES THIS CHRISTMAS: follow our New Instagram page BLESSINGTON BUSINESS WOMEN. A page set up for women in business & also other local businesses in Blessington & surrounding areas to network, connect & support one another. Find out more about all the amazing small businesses we have in our fantastic village from highly talented nail salons, beauty salons, hair salons, make-up artists, eyelash specialists & holistic therapists, our local cafe & health shop. Or introduce yourself to some of the top fitness specialists, nutritionists, dance & yoga studios, photographers & nutritionists. We even have our very own Doula! Take the hassle & stress out of Christmas Shopping this year and help to support our community by treating someone special to a Gift Voucher for some wonderful pampering or buying a gift from one of our many talented businesses.
St Vincent de Paul local number 087 181 1579
NEWSLETTER ADS
Beautiful, Outdoor Family Photography. By the lake or in the woods. Just in time for Christmas. €120 for full digital package,mRing Jim on 087 6799008Instagram jimschofieldphotography
Martin Craul & Co, Statutory Auditors, Accountants & Chartered Tax Advisors, Now at: Block One, Unit 1F, Blessington Business Park, W91 XT18 (near Fire Station). 045 891 505 or 045 891 507 (unchanged) 087 279 1325 (Martin) mcraulco@gmail.comm (Post Box 1) Any data to 2 Millbank still in order.
Junior Office Administratorwith experience is currently looking for work. Phone Orla 087 3190779
GasHome – Boiler Servicing and Repairs – RGI Registered. Phone Stephen 087 9060 894
Career Guidance Service for students and parents with experienced qualified guidance counsellor, individual attention Phone Gary: 086 857 4262
Gardening- For Winter Tidying, Hedge clipping, Beds overhauled, Fruit Tree pruning, Painting etc Phone Mark 085-1337714
McGreal’s Hearing Centre – Our Clinical Audiologist & Rehabilitation Specialist, Justine Rae, is based at our Main Street Pharmacy in Blessington. To book a hearing test phone 1890 92 92 59 or visit mcgreals.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
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
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
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
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
Paying too much to SKY or UPC? We install & Repair Free to Air and Saorview!! No more bills!! Call Billy: 086 868 0053
German Autoworks – Service Specialist, VW/Audi, Mercedes, Skoda, Seat, Opel. Call 087 286 3997 www.germanautoworks.ie
COVID-19 Support Lines for Older People ALONE manage a national support line and additional supports for older people who have concerns or are facing difficulties relating to the outbreak of COVID-19. Professional staff are available to answer queries and give advice and reassurance where necessary. The support line is open seven days a week, 8am – 8pm, by calling 0818 222 024.
Blessington Parish Office Christmas Mass Cards, Christmas Cards & other gift items now on sale. Carol: 045 865 327 9am to 12.30pm Jean: 087 235 0835 9am to 5pm. office@blessington.info
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Saturday 6pm: Frankie Keogh (1st A) Kathleen Corry, Jim Corry, Seamus Corry (A) Amby Miley (A) Thomas O’Hagan (A)
Sunday 10am: Richard, Charlie & Katie Reid (A) Julia McEvoy (A) Baby Aisling Byrne (A)
We also remember: Paul Garry, Christy Mooney, Mary Reid, Michael Byrne, Brigid O’Hara
Monday: Mass offered for all the Blessington List of the Sick
Tuesday: Gerry Bartley (RD) Get Well
Wednesday: Patrick Eustace (A) Get Well
Thursday: Rose McInerney (RD) Birthday Mass
Friday: Maureen Long (RD) Get Well
November List of the Dead. Envelopes available in Blessington, Manor Kilbride, & Valleymount Churches. They can be returned to Blessington Parish Office. Masses offered on the 1st Friday of every month throughout the year.
►Daily Mass at 9.30am, Monday to Friday please join us in prayer for the rosary at 9am
►Saturday 7th November 2020: Mass at 6.00pm
►Sunday 8th November 2020 Mass at 10am
The Stynes Family would like to thank everyone for their support following the passing of Kieran Stynes on 13th May, he was fondly known as ‘The Veggie Man’ in Blessington and surrounding areas. We felt the love of a community who came out to support us and pay their respects as we took Kieran on his final journey from Kilteel, through Eadestown, Blessington, Oldcourt and Manor Kilbride. The gathering outside our first home in Westpark was overwhelming. Special Thanks to Kieran’s good friend Fr. Paraic McDermott for all his help and prayers during a difficult and challenging time. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Maria & Family
Financial Support for the Parish Blessington, Crosschapel, Manor Kilbride. Valleymount & Lacken – During this time, you can make donations to support all our Churches via the DONATE BUTTON on the parish website www.blessingtonparish.ie All SHRINE MONEYremains in the parish. Donations through the black PDF BOXES in Blessington Church also go towards the running of the parish. We are very grateful for your ongoing support. Support for our Diocese through the 1st & 2nd collections may also be made via the DONATE BUTTON on our website. The 1st collection goes to towards the support of the parish. The 2nd collection goes to the Diocese. There are also envelopes available in all Churches for these donations.
Monthly Envelopes for November 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.
Join with Fr. Richard & Fr. Joe, in evening prayer via Zoom Monday, Wednesday, & Friday at 7.30pm. Log on to http://www.blessingtonparishes.com and click on the Zoom button. If you have any difficulty logging in, please contact us at info@blessingtonparishes.com
Valleymount and Lacken Parish Members Draw Results for October: Maureen Phibbs, Aiden Miley, Seamus Doyle, Mary Fitzpatrick, Anne Broe
Lakeshore Striders 3,000 mile Lockdown Challenge. Members of Blessington’s Lakeshore Striders Running Club wanted some extra motivation to stay active and stay connected during this second Lockdown. Members (from seasoned marathon runners to new couch to 5k graduates) pledged their own distance (100 miles or 100km) that they will run in the cold inclement November weather over the 6 weeks level 5 restrictions. They are sharing their donations between Barretstown https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/lakeshorelockdownchallenge and Blessington Lights (https://www.gofundme.com/f/blessington-lights-up 2 worthy local causes. So if you see them out and about running in splendid isolation, cheers them on and donate to either of these charities. Go Striders!
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
Blessington Lights up for Christmas 2020 Your Community needs your help!! We are looking for each household to make a small donation to ensure we can light up our Christmas Tree and Streetlights this December. We need to raise €4,500. Nobody wants to drive down the Main Street in Darkness this December. We need plenty of Christmas cheer. Come on Blessington Community, dig deep!! Donation Buckets in McGreals, The Credit Union and Wonkas, alternatively, please donate via www.gofundme.com/blessington-lights-up
St Marys Junior N.S. 2021 Enrolment – Parents with children for junior infants starting in September 2021 please submit an application form by 20th November 2020. Forms are available for downloading by clicking on the Parent Info tab on our website: www.stmarysjns.weebly.com Pre-printed copies of the form can be picked up from school reception. Completed forms may be emailed to the school office: bsec@live.ie or posted to St Marys JNS, Main Street, Blessington W91YN0P. If you have any questions or require an application form by post, please phone the school office 045 865 501. Go raibh míle maith agat.
Blessington Parish Office will remain closed to the public during the current restrictions. Please call or email if you wish to have someone prayed for at Mass. Blessington Parish Christmas Mass Bouquets, Christmas Cards and other gift items now on sale. Email: office@blessington.info Carol: 045 865 327 – 9am to 12.30pm. Jean: 087 235 0835 – 9am to 5pm Call or email for Mass Bookings, Mass Cards, Baptisms, Weddings & General Enquiries. All items can be collected…………
Community Pool for West Wicklow is looking for the most Spooktacular Halloween House in West Wicklow! Email pictures of your decorated house poolforWestWicklow@gmail.com & we will share them on our social media pages. Don’t forget to colour in our Halloween logo and pop it in your window too! You can pick up a copy of our Halloween logo from Blessington Tourist Office or print it out from our Facebook page! Prizes for the most Spooktacular Halloween Houses!
Calling all Local Businesses, Artists & Crafters! Community Pool for West Wicklow are hosting an online Christmas Market and we would like you to be part of it! Every day from early November we will be posting a new video to our social media pages, like an extended Advent Calendar. Each video will showcase a different local business or artist and their products. We hope that our online Christmas Market will help to encourage people to shop local and support local businesses this Christmas. If you think this is something you would like to get involved in, then email us at poolforWestWicklow@gmail.com
St. Marys’ Schools & Blessington ParishLotto Jackpot next week €3175, sign up for €2 per week on parish website http://www.blessingtonparish.ie
ALONE – COVID-19 Support Line for Older People 7 days a week, 8am – 8pm, call: 0818 222 024.
Blessington Mini-Rugby outdoors for 4 and 5 year olds. Boys & girls welcome. K.O. 11:15am every Saturday at St Kevin’s Hall
Blessington Mini-Rugby on Tuesdays U7, U8 and U9 boys & girls from 6pm to 7pm U10 to U13 7pm to 8pm on GAA Astro
Rugby at Russborough for all ages from 10am to 12 noon each Saturday
St Vincent de Paul local number 087 181 1579
NEWSLETTER ADS
Junior Office Administratorwith experience is currently looking for work. Phone Orla 087 3190779
GasHome – Boiler Servicing and Repairs – RGI Registered. Phone Stephen 087 9060 894
Childminder Wanted for 1 year old, Ballymore/Blessington & Surrounding Areas, in Minders home, 4 Days per week, call 087 621 5318
CE Scheme Vacancy – Caretaker, Blessington GAA CES 2162183 Closing 19th November
PLEASE Note you must be in receipt of Job Seekers 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 into us (across from Dunnes Stores)
Martin Craul & Co, Statutory Auditors, Accountants and Chartered Tax Advisors, have moved office to: Block One, Unit 1F, Blessington Business Park, County Wicklow. W91 XT18 (near the Fire Station) Telephone Numbers Unchanged. 045 891 505 or 045 891 507 – 087 279 1325 (Martin) Email mcraulco@gmail.com. Correspondence/data to 2 Millbank as before will be acceptable
Career Guidance Service for students and parents with experienced qualified guidance counsellor, individual attention Phone Gary: 086 857 4262
Gardening- For Winter Tidying, Hedge clipping, Beds overhauled, Fruit Tree pruning, Painting etc Phone Mark 085-1337714
McGreal’s Hearing Centre – Our Clinical Audiologist & Rehabilitation Specialist, Justine Rae, is based at our Main Street Pharmacy in Blessington. To book a hearing test phone 1890 92 92 59 or visit mcgreals.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
Noel Nolan Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com
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
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
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
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
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
Paying too much to SKY or UPC? We install & Repair Free to Air and Saorview!! No more bills!! Call Billy: 086 868 0053
German Autoworks – Service Specialist, VW/Audi, Mercedes, Skoda, Seat, Opel. Call 087 286 3997 www.germanautoworks.ie
Monday 2nd November All Soul’s Day – There is a Mass of Remembrance at 7.30pm During this Mass we will remember all our loved ones who have died. Due to Covid-19 restrictions we cannot have this Mass in person this year but we feel it is important to continue the tradition of November remembrance in our parish. We invite you to join with us for Mass via webcam www.blessingtonparish.ie Perhaps you could light a candle at home at the start of the Mass. Invite family members or friends who can’t be with you at this time to connect to the Mass as we all join together, apart, to remember our loved ones.
►Daily Mass at 9.30am, Monday to Friday please join us in prayer
►Saturday 31st October 2020: Mass at 6.00pm
►Sunday 1st November 2020, All Saint’s Day Sunday Mass at 10am
►1st Friday- 6th November: Masses offered for all whose names are on the Altar List of the Dead. Padre Pio Mass will take place at 8pm, Church of Our Lady Blessington.
►Thursday 5th November:Holy Hour / Benediction with Deacon Gerry at 7.30pm, Church of Our Lady, Blessington
Mass Intentions this Week
Kathleen Twyford (RD) Grangecon Fr. Jimmy Doyle (RD) Naas, Staplestown/Cooleragh
Saturday 6pm: James & Tommy Swift (A) Odey Keogh (A)
Sunday 10am: Matthew Ryan (A) Michael & James Ryan (A)
We also remember: Julie Carron, Sally Egan, Maureen Donoghue, Teresa Slattery, Catherine Lewis, Noel Keogh
Monday: Mass offered for all the Blessington List of the Sick
Tuesday: Mary Nixon, Joseph Nixon, Phyllis Nixon (Rem) Josie Clarke, Paddy Minton, George (Rem)
Wednesday: Jimmy & Patty Hughes (A) Kevin Moore (1st A)
Friday: 1st Friday … Mass offered for all those on the November List of the Dead
November List of the Dead – Envelopes available in the Church. Masses offered on the 1st Friday of every month throughout the year.
Join with Fr. Richard and Fr. Joe, in evening prayer via Zoom Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7.30pm. Log on to http://www.blessingtonparishes.com and click on the Zoom button. If you have any difficulty logging in, please contact us at info@blessingtonparishes.com
Lakeshore Striders 3,000 mile Lockdown Challenge. Members of Blessington’s Lakeshore Striders Running Club wanted some extra motivation to stay active and stay connected during this second Lockdown. Members (from seasoned marathon runners to new couch to 5k graduates) pledged their own distance (100 miles or 100km) that they will run in the cold inclement November weather over the 6 weeks level 5 restrictions. They are sharing their donations between Barretstown https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/lakeshorelockdownchallenge and Blessington Lights (https://www.gofundme.com/f/blessington-lights-up 2 worthy local causes. So if you see them out and about running in splendid isolation, cheers them on and donate to either of these charities. Go Striders!
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
Blessington Lights up for Christmas 2020 Your Community needs your help!! We are looking for each household to make a small donation to ensure we can light up our Christmas Tree and Streetlights this December. We need to raise €4,500. Nobody wants to drive down the Main Street in Darkness this December. We need plenty of Christmas cheer. Come on Blessington Community, dig deep!! Donation Buckets in McGreals, The Credit Union and Wonkas, alternatively, please donate via www.gofundme.com/blessington-lights-up
Church Collections donations can be made to the 1st & 2nd collections via the DONATE BUTTON on the parish website The 1st collection goes to towards the support of the parish The 2nd collection goes to the Diocese. There are also envelopes available in the Church for these donations. All the SHRINE MONEY & donations in the black PDF BOXES on the wall of the church remain in the parish During this time, you can also make donations via the DONATE BUTTON on the parish website Thank you for your ongoing support.
Blessington Parish Office will remain closed to the public during the current restrictions. Please call or email if you wish to have someone prayed for at Mass. Blessington Parish Christmas Mass Bouquets, Christmas Cards and other gift items now on sale. Email: office@blessington.info Carol: 045 865 327 – 9am to 12.30pm. Jean: 087 235 0835 – 9am to 5pm Call or email for Mass Bookings, Mass Cards, Baptisms, Weddings & General Enquiries. All items can be collected…………
Community Pool for West Wicklow is looking for the most Spooktacular Halloween House in West Wicklow! Email pictures of your decorated house poolforWestWicklow@gmail.com & we will share them on our social media pages. Don’t forget to colour in our Halloween logo and pop it in your window too! You can pick up a copy of our Halloween logo from Blessington Tourist Office or print it out from our Facebook page! Prizes for the most Spooktacular Halloween Houses!
St. Marys’ Schools & Blessington ParishLotto Jackpot next week €3125, sign up for €2 per week on parish website http://www.blessingtonparish.ie
ALONE – COVID-19 Support Line for Older People 7 days a week, 8am – 8pm, call: 0818 222 024.
Blessington Mini-Rugby outdoors for 4 and 5 year olds. Boys & girls welcome. K.O. 11:15am every Saturday at St Kevin’s Hall
Blessington Mini-Rugby on Tuesdays U7, U8 and U9 boys & girls from 6pm to 7pm U10 to U13 7pm to 8pm on GAA Astro
Rugby at Russborough for all ages from 10am to 12 noon each Saturday
St Vincent de Paul local number 087 181 1579
Calling all Local Businesses,
Artists & Crafters! Community Pool for West Wicklow are hosting an online Christmas Market and we would like you to be part of it!
Every day from early November we will be posting a new video to our social media pages, like an extended Advent Calendar. Each video will showcase a different local business or artist and their products. We hope that our online Christmas Market will help to encourage people to shop local and support local businesses this Christmas. If you think this is something you would like to get involved in, then email us at poolforWestWicklow@gmail.com
NEWSLETTER ADS
CE Scheme Vacancies
Parish Secretary, Hollywood CES 2161942 Closing Date: 1st November
Caretaker, Blessington GAA CES 2162183 Closing 19th November
PLEASE Note you must be in receipt of Job Seekers 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 into us (across from Dunnes Stores)
Martin Craul & Co, Statutory Auditors, Accountants and Chartered Tax Advisors, have moved office to: Block One, Unit 1F, Blessington Business Park, County Wicklow. W91 XT18 (near the Fire Station) Telephone Numbers Unchanged. 045 891 505 or 045 891 507 – 087 279 1325 (Martin) Email mcraulco@gmail.com. Correspondence/data to 2 Millbank as before will be acceptable
Couple looking to Rent an Apartment or House for 3/6 months. Non-smokers, no children or pets.Tel 086 879 2188
Career Guidance Service for students and parents with experienced qualified guidance counsellor, individual attention Phone Gary: 086 857 4262
Gardening- For Winter Tidying, Hedge clipping, Beds overhauled, Fruit Tree pruning, Painting etc Phone Mark 085-1337714
McGreal’s Hearing Centre – Our Clinical Audiologist & Rehabilitation Specialist, Justine Rae, is based at our Main Street Pharmacy in Blessington. To book a hearing test phone 1890 92 92 59 or visit mcgreals.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
Noel Nolan Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com
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
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
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
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
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
Paying too much to SKY or UPC? We install & Repair Free to Air and Saorview!! No more bills!! Call Billy: 086 868 0053
German Autoworks – Service Specialist, VW/Audi, Mercedes, Skoda, Seat, Opel. Call 087 286 3997 www.germanautoworks.ie
Olive Keenan (RD) Desmond Burke (RD) Mary Dermody (RD)
Saturday 6pm: Kit Hanlon (A) Bridie Keogh (A) Winnie Hayes (A) Ronnie Egan (A) Liam Ryan (RD)
Sunday 10am: Sr. Catherine Whelan (A) Sr. Margaret Whelan (A) Jack Kelly (A) Patrick Eustace (A) Philip & Mary Creighton (A) Anne O’Reilly (A) Paddy Wolf
We also remember: Mick & Peggy Richardson, Ena Keenan Anne & Seamus Kelly, Maria Chamney Rachel Murphy, Martin Kelly, James Hayden
Monday: Mass offered for all the Blessington List of the Sick
Bank Holiday Monday 26th October – Mass at 11am via webcam
Wednesday 28th October – Prayers to Our Lady for the month of October. from 11am -12 noon from Church of Our Lady, Blessington, via webcam only www.blessingtonparish.ie
Blessington Parish Office will remain closed to the public during the current restrictions. Please call or email if you wish to have someone prayed for at Mass. Mass Cards, Candles etc Christmas Mass Bouquets & Christmas Gifts are all available by email or telephone for collection. Carol: 045 865 327 from 9am to 1pm. Jean: 087 235 0835 from 9am to 5pm. Email: office@blessington.info
Join with Fr. Richard and Fr. Joe, in evening prayer via Zoom on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7.30pm. Log on to http://www.blessingtonparishes.com and click on the Zoom button. If you have any difficulty logging in, please contact us at info@blessingtonparishes.com
Church Collections donations can be made to the 1st & 2nd collections via the DONATE BUTTON on the parish website The 1st collection goes to towards the support of the parish The 2nd collection goes to the Diocese. There are also envelopes available in the Church for these donations. All the SHRINE MONEY & donations in the black PDF BOXES on the wall of the church remain in the parish. During this time, you can also make donations via the DONATE BUTTON on the parish website. Thank you for your ongoing support.
Burgage Cemetery – Due to the current Covid 19 Guidelines, the Burgage Cemetery AGM will not proceed at this time.
Blessington Lights up for Christmas 2020 – Your Community needs your help!! We are looking for each household to make a small donation to ensure we can light up our Christmas Tree and Streetlights this December. We need to raise €4,500. Nobody wants to drive down the Main Street in Darkness this December. We need plenty of Christmas cheer. Come on Blessington Community, dig deep!! Donation Buckets in McGreals, The Credit Union and Wonkas, alternatively, please donate via www.gofundme.com/blessington-lights-up
Calling all Local Businesses, Artists & Crafters! Community Pool for West Wicklow are hosting an online Christmas Market and we would like you to be part of it! Every day from early November we will be posting a new video to our social media pages, like an extended Advent Calendar. Each video will showcase a different local business or artist and their products. We hope that our online Christmas Market will help to encourage people to shop local and support local businesses this Christmas. If you think this is something you would like to get involved in, then email us at poolforWestWicklow@gmail.com
Volunteer Drivers Irish Cancer Society – Irish Cancer Society is looking for volunteers to drive patients to and from their chemotherapy treatments. Drivers with a free weekday availability and who can commit to driving twice a month. Please email Gail at gflinter@irishcancer.ie or call 01 2310 566 for an application form. Due to the impact of the Coronavirus we are seeking drivers under the age of 70 years.
Blessington Parish Christmas Mass Bouquets, Christmas Cards and other gift items now on sale. Email: office@blessington.info Carol: 045 865 327 – 9am to 12.30pm, Jean: 087 235 0835 – 9am to 5pm, Call or email for Mass Bookings, Mass Cards, Baptisms, Weddings & General Enquiries. All items can be collected………
St. Marys’ Schools & Blessington ParishLotto Jackpot next week €3075 sign up for €2 per week on parish website http://www.blessingtonparish.ie Weekly Winner of weekly prize of €25 is Treasa Hennessy
Community Pool for West Wicklow is looking for the most Spooktacular Halloween House in West Wicklow! Email pictures of your decorated house poolforWestWicklow@gmail.com & we will share them on our social media pages. Don’t forget to colour in our Halloween logo and pop it in your window too! You can pick up a copy of our Halloween logo from Blessington Tourist Office or print it out from our Facebook page! Prizes for the most Spooktacular Halloween Houses!
Cruthú Art Group has now concluded its exhibition at Russborough for 2020. Thank you to everybody who visited us over the Summer. We are delighted to share an ongoing display of art and craft in the Blessington Tourist Office. Do drop in and have a look. You may also see some of our art on the Cruthú Art Facebook page. If you wish to enquire about any piece that you see on Facebook, please email cruthuart@gmail.com Any art available for purchase may be viewed at Blessington Tourist Office by request. www.cruthu.ie
PARISH WEBCAM If anyone has problems accessing the webcam at the moment, we changed to a new provider last week so if you access though a saved ‘shortcut’ you will need to click the refresh button and/or by going back to the website an clicking on the camera link again or a direct link to camera below www.blessingtonparish.ie or https://blessingtonparish.ie/about/parish-webcam/
Blessington Mini-Rugby outdoors for 4 and 5 year olds. Boys & girls welcome. K.O. 11:15am every Saturday at St Kevin’s Hall
Blessington Mini-Rugby on Tuesdays U7, U8 and U9 boys & girls from 6pm to 7pm U10 to U13 7pm to 8pm on GAA Astro
Rugby at Russborough for all ages from 10am to 12 noon each Saturday
NEWSLETTER ADS
We are delighted to announce 3 positions coming up on our scheme, they are as follows:
Caretaker Cleaner, Manor Kilbride Hall, – CES 2159038 – Closing Date: 26th October
Parish Secretary, Hollywood – CES 2161942 – Closing Date: 1st November
Caretaker, Blessington GAA – CES 2162183 – Closing 19th November
PLEASE Note you must be in receipt of Job Seekers 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 into us (across from Dunnes Stores)
Career Guidance Service for students and parents with experienced qualified guidance counsellor, individual attention Phone Gary: 086 857 4262
Gardening- For Winter Tidying, Hedge clipping, Beds overhauled, Fruit Tree pruning, Painting etc Phone Mark 085-1337714
McGreal’s Hearing Centre – Our Clinical Audiologist & Rehabilitation Specialist, Justine Rae, is based at our Main Street Pharmacy in Blessington. To book a hearing test phone 1890 92 92 59 or visit mcgreals.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
Noel Nolan Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com
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
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
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
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
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
Paying too much to SKY or UPC? We install & Repair Free to Air and Saorview!! No more bills!! Call Billy: 086 868 0053
German Autoworks – Service Specialist, VW/Audi, Mercedes, Skoda, Seat, Opel. Call 087 286 3997 www.germanautoworks.ie
Issue 1332 November 15th 2020
/0 Comments/in Newsletter /by officeMass Intentions this Week – Anthony Dunphy (RD) Celbridge, Michael O’Connell (RD), Wendy Boothman (RD), Carolan Long (Corcoran) (RD)
Saturday 6pm: Louise Fleming (A) Mary Harney (1st A) Rita Jameson (A) Winnie Hayes (A)
Sunday 10am: William (Lee) Cummins (Mths Mind) Olive Keenan (Mths Mind) Raymond McGreal (A) Michael Ryan (A) Bunny McDonald Hyland (1st A)
We also remember: Nora Shirran, Betty, Jim & Michael McDonnell, Alicia, Hugh & Billy Hamilton (Valleymount), Billy Sargent, Kathleen & Rory Hayden, Bobby Burns
Monday: Mass offered for all the Blessington List of the Sick
Tuesday: Intentions Mass, Birthday Mass
Wednesday: Michelle Pender (1st A), Rita Jameson (A)
Thursday: Lena O’Neill (A) Wendy Boothman (RD)
Friday: Brendan & Mary Carron (RD) Get Well Mass
All Masses & Services via Webcam www.blessingtonparish.ie
►Daily Mass at 9.30am, Monday to Friday please join us in prayer for the rosary at 9am
►Saturday 14th November 2020: Mass at 6.00pm
►Sunday 15th November 2020 Mass at 10am
November List of the Dead – Envelopes available in Blessington, Manor Kilbride, & Valleymount Churches. They can be returned to Blessington Parish Office. Masses offered on the 1st Friday of every month throughout the year.
November Remembrance Mass – The candles we lit for our Parishioners who died in the past year during our November Mass are available for collection from the back of the Church. Perhaps a neighbour or friend could collect one and drop it off.
Join with Fr. Richard & Fr. Joe, in evening prayer via Zoom Monday, Wednesday, & Friday at 7.30pm. Log on to http://www.blessingtonparishes.com and click on the Zoom button. If you have any difficulty logging in, please contact us at info@blessingtonparishes.com
Financial Support for the Parish – Blessington, Crosschapel, Manor Kilbride, Valleymount & Lacken. During this time, you can make donations to support all our Churches via the DONATE BUTTON on the parish website www.blessingtonparish.ie All SHRINE MONEY remains in the parish Donations through the black PDF BOXES in Blessington Church also go towards the running of the parish. We are very grateful for your ongoing support. Support for our Diocese through the 1st & 2nd collections may also be made via the DONATE BUTTON on our website. The 1st collection goes to towards the support of the parish. The 2nd collection goes to the Diocese. There are also envelopes available in all Churches for these donations.
Blessington Parish Office will remain closed to the public during the current restrictions. Please call or email if you wish to have someone prayed for at Mass. Blessington Parish Christmas Mass Bouquets, Christmas Cards and other gift items now on sale. Email: office@blessington.info Carol: 045 865 327 – 9am to 12.30pm Jean: 087 235 0835 – 9am to 5pm Call or email for Mass Bookings, Mass Cards, Baptisms, Weddings & General Enquiries. All items can be collected…………
Collection for the Capuchin Day Centre for the Homeless. Saturday 21st November – Lakeshore Striders A.C Annual Charity Collection for the Capuchin Day Centre for the Homeless will take place on Saturday 21st November at the back entrance to SuperValu, Blessington from 12pm to 3pm (NOTE new collection point) Items requested by the centre include toiletries (shampoo, shower gel, deodorant, razors, toothpaste, tooth brushes, etc), nappies, baby food & formula, hats, socks, gloves, scarves as well as canned foods such as beans, peas, fruit etc. Please note the centre does not require sleeping bags this year. Cash donations also accepted on the day. For further information please email lakeshorestriders@gmail.com or call Edel on 087 961 8337
Senior Line If you are an older person and would like someone to talk to, consider phoning Senior Line. A National Confidential Service for Older People. Open every day from 10am -10pm. We are older people too, trained to listen & support. Freefone 1800 80 45 91
Many Thanks to all Volunteers who cleaned Our Lady’s Grotto, planted spring bulbs & planter boxes in the grounds of Valleymount Church
Fr Kevin’s Homilies are always available on our website: https://blessingtonparish.ie/homilies-year-a/
2021 SCHOOL ENROLMENTS
St Marys Junior N.S. Parents with children for junior infants starting in September 2021 please submit an application form by 20th November 2020. Forms are available for downloading by clicking on the Parent Info tab on our website: www.stmarysjns.weebly.com Pre-printed copies of the form can be picked up from school reception. Completed forms may be emailed to the school office: bsec@live.ie or posted to St Marys JNS, Main Street, Blessington W91YN0P. If you have any questions or require an application form by post, please phone the school office 045 865 501.Go raibh míle maith agat.
St. Joseph’s National School Valleymount are now taking applications for Junior Infants starting September 2021. Phone the office at 045-867289 or email valleymountns@gmail.comm for enrolment forms. Closing date for applications – November 30th, 2020
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
Blessington Lights up for Christmas 2020 Your Community needs your help!! We are looking for each household to make a small donation to ensure we can light up our Christmas Tree and Streetlights this December. We need to raise €4,500. Nobody wants to drive down the Main Street in Darkness this December. We need plenty of Christmas cheer. Come on Blessington Community, dig deep!! Donation Buckets in McGreals, The Credit Union and Wonkas, alternatively, please donate via www.gofundme.com/blessington-lights-up
Calling all Local Businesses, Artists & Crafters! Community Pool for West Wicklow are hosting an online Christmas Market and we would like you to be part of it! Every day from early November we will be posting a new video to our social media pages, like an extended Advent Calendar. Each video will showcase a different local business or artist and their products. We hope that our online Christmas Market will help to encourage people to shop local and support local businesses this Christmas. If you think this is something you would like to get involved in, then email us at poolforWestWicklow@gmail.com
Community Pool for West Wicklow have taken our Christmas Market online this year! Join us every day when we will showcase a new local business or artist and help you to shop local and support local businesses this Christmas! Videos can be viewed on our Facebook page @PoolforWestWicklow Instagram @westwicklowpool Twitter @poolforWestWic1 and on our brand new You Tube Channel https://tinyurl.com/CPWWYouTube Christmas will be a little different this year, but we can still spread a bit of magic & cheer!
SUPPORT OUR LOCAL SMALL BUSINESSES THIS CHRISTMAS: follow our New Instagram page BLESSINGTON BUSINESS WOMEN. A page set up for women in business & also other local businesses in Blessington & surrounding areas to network, connect & support one another. Find out more about all the amazing small businesses we have in our fantastic village from highly talented nail salons, beauty salons, hair salons, make-up artists, eyelash specialists & holistic therapists, our local cafe & health shop. Or introduce yourself to some of the top fitness specialists, nutritionists, dance & yoga studios, photographers & nutritionists. We even have our very own Doula! Take the hassle & stress out of Christmas Shopping this year and help to support our community by treating someone special to a Gift Voucher for some wonderful pampering or buying a gift from one of our many talented businesses.
St Vincent de Paul local number 087 181 1579
Beautiful, Outdoor Family Photography. By the lake or in the woods. Just in time for Christmas. €120 for full digital package,mRing Jim on 087 6799008Instagram jimschofieldphotography
Martin Craul & Co, Statutory Auditors, Accountants & Chartered Tax Advisors, Now at: Block One, Unit 1F, Blessington Business Park, W91 XT18 (near Fire Station). 045 891 505 or 045 891 507 (unchanged) 087 279 1325 (Martin) mcraulco@gmail.comm (Post Box 1) Any data to 2 Millbank still in order.
Junior Office Administrator with experience is currently looking for work. Phone Orla 087 3190779
GasHome – Boiler Servicing and Repairs – RGI Registered. Phone Stephen 087 9060 894
Career Guidance Service for students and parents with experienced qualified guidance counsellor, individual attention Phone Gary: 086 857 4262
Gardening- For Winter Tidying, Hedge clipping, Beds overhauled, Fruit Tree pruning, Painting etc Phone Mark 085-1337714
McGreal’s Hearing Centre – Our Clinical Audiologist & Rehabilitation Specialist, Justine Rae, is based at our Main Street Pharmacy in Blessington. To book a hearing test phone 1890 92 92 59 or visit mcgreals.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
Noel Nolan Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com
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
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
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
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
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
Paying too much to SKY or UPC? We install & Repair Free to Air and Saorview!! No more bills!! Call Billy: 086 868 0053
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
COVID-19 Support Lines for Older People ALONE manage a national support line and additional supports for older people who have concerns or are facing difficulties relating to the outbreak of COVID-19. Professional staff are available to answer queries and give advice and reassurance where necessary. The support line is open seven days a week, 8am – 8pm, by calling 0818 222 024.
Blessington Parish Office Christmas Mass Cards, Christmas Cards & other gift items now on sale. Carol: 045 865 327 9am to 12.30pm Jean: 087 235 0835 9am to 5pm. office@blessington.info
Issue 1331 November 8th 2020
/0 Comments/in Newsletter /by officeMass Intentions this Week
Andrew Early (RD) Aranmore Island, Donegal
Saturday 6pm: Frankie Keogh (1st A) Kathleen Corry, Jim Corry, Seamus Corry (A) Amby Miley (A) Thomas O’Hagan (A)
Sunday 10am: Richard, Charlie & Katie Reid (A) Julia McEvoy (A) Baby Aisling Byrne (A)
We also remember: Paul Garry, Christy Mooney, Mary Reid, Michael Byrne, Brigid O’Hara
Monday: Mass offered for all the Blessington List of the Sick
Tuesday: Gerry Bartley (RD) Get Well
Wednesday: Patrick Eustace (A) Get Well
Thursday: Rose McInerney (RD) Birthday Mass
Friday: Maureen Long (RD) Get Well
November List of the Dead. Envelopes available in Blessington, Manor Kilbride, & Valleymount Churches. They can be returned to Blessington Parish Office. Masses offered on the 1st Friday of every month throughout the year.
All Masses & Services via Webcam www.blessingtonparish.ie
►Daily Mass at 9.30am, Monday to Friday please join us in prayer for the rosary at 9am
►Saturday 7th November 2020: Mass at 6.00pm
►Sunday 8th November 2020 Mass at 10am
The Stynes Family would like to thank everyone for their support following the passing of Kieran Stynes on 13th May, he was fondly known as ‘The Veggie Man’ in Blessington and surrounding areas. We felt the love of a community who came out to support us and pay their respects as we took Kieran on his final journey from Kilteel, through Eadestown, Blessington, Oldcourt and Manor Kilbride. The gathering outside our first home in Westpark was overwhelming. Special Thanks to Kieran’s good friend Fr. Paraic McDermott for all his help and prayers during a difficult and challenging time. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Maria & Family
Financial Support for the Parish Blessington, Crosschapel, Manor Kilbride. Valleymount & Lacken – During this time, you can make donations to support all our Churches via the DONATE BUTTON on the parish website www.blessingtonparish.ie All SHRINE MONEY remains in the parish. Donations through the black PDF BOXES in Blessington Church also go towards the running of the parish. We are very grateful for your ongoing support. Support for our Diocese through the 1st & 2nd collections may also be made via the DONATE BUTTON on our website. The 1st collection goes to towards the support of the parish. The 2nd collection goes to the Diocese. There are also envelopes available in all Churches for these donations.
Monthly Envelopes for November 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.
Join with Fr. Richard & Fr. Joe, in evening prayer via Zoom Monday, Wednesday, & Friday at 7.30pm. Log on to http://www.blessingtonparishes.com and click on the Zoom button. If you have any difficulty logging in, please contact us at info@blessingtonparishes.com
Christmas Mass Cards, Christmas Cards & other gift items now on sale. See photos on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/blessington.info Carol: 045 865 327 from 9am to 12.30pm. Jean: 087 235 0835 from 9am to 5pm office@blessington.info
Fr Kevin’s Homilies are always available on our website: https://blessingtonparish.ie/homilies-year-a/
Valleymount and Lacken Parish Members Draw Results for October: Maureen Phibbs, Aiden Miley, Seamus Doyle, Mary Fitzpatrick, Anne Broe
Lakeshore Striders 3,000 mile Lockdown Challenge. Members of Blessington’s Lakeshore Striders Running Club wanted some extra motivation to stay active and stay connected during this second Lockdown. Members (from seasoned marathon runners to new couch to 5k graduates) pledged their own distance (100 miles or 100km) that they will run in the cold inclement November weather over the 6 weeks level 5 restrictions. They are sharing their donations between Barretstown https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/lakeshorelockdownchallenge and Blessington Lights (https://www.gofundme.com/f/blessington-lights-up 2 worthy local causes. So if you see them out and about running in splendid isolation, cheers them on and donate to either of these charities. Go Striders!
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
Blessington Lights up for Christmas 2020 Your Community needs your help!! We are looking for each household to make a small donation to ensure we can light up our Christmas Tree and Streetlights this December. We need to raise €4,500. Nobody wants to drive down the Main Street in Darkness this December. We need plenty of Christmas cheer. Come on Blessington Community, dig deep!! Donation Buckets in McGreals, The Credit Union and Wonkas, alternatively, please donate via www.gofundme.com/blessington-lights-up
St Marys Junior N.S. 2021 Enrolment – Parents with children for junior infants starting in September 2021 please submit an application form by 20th November 2020. Forms are available for downloading by clicking on the Parent Info tab on our website: www.stmarysjns.weebly.com Pre-printed copies of the form can be picked up from school reception. Completed forms may be emailed to the school office: bsec@live.ie or posted to St Marys JNS, Main Street, Blessington W91YN0P. If you have any questions or require an application form by post, please phone the school office 045 865 501. Go raibh míle maith agat.
Blessington Parish Office will remain closed to the public during the current restrictions. Please call or email if you wish to have someone prayed for at Mass. Blessington Parish Christmas Mass Bouquets, Christmas Cards and other gift items now on sale. Email: office@blessington.info Carol: 045 865 327 – 9am to 12.30pm. Jean: 087 235 0835 – 9am to 5pm Call or email for Mass Bookings, Mass Cards, Baptisms, Weddings & General Enquiries. All items can be collected…………
Community Pool for West Wicklow is looking for the most Spooktacular Halloween House in West Wicklow! Email pictures of your decorated house poolforWestWicklow@gmail.com & we will share them on our social media pages. Don’t forget to colour in our Halloween logo and pop it in your window too! You can pick up a copy of our Halloween logo from Blessington Tourist Office or print it out from our Facebook page! Prizes for the most Spooktacular Halloween Houses!
Calling all Local Businesses, Artists & Crafters! Community Pool for West Wicklow are hosting an online Christmas Market and we would like you to be part of it! Every day from early November we will be posting a new video to our social media pages, like an extended Advent Calendar. Each video will showcase a different local business or artist and their products. We hope that our online Christmas Market will help to encourage people to shop local and support local businesses this Christmas. If you think this is something you would like to get involved in, then email us at poolforWestWicklow@gmail.com
St. Marys’ Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto Jackpot next week €3175, sign up for €2 per week on parish website http://www.blessingtonparish.ie
ALONE – COVID-19 Support Line for Older People 7 days a week, 8am – 8pm, call: 0818 222 024.
Blessington Mini-Rugby outdoors for 4 and 5 year olds. Boys & girls welcome. K.O. 11:15am every Saturday at St Kevin’s Hall
Blessington Mini-Rugby on Tuesdays U7, U8 and U9 boys & girls from 6pm to 7pm U10 to U13 7pm to 8pm on GAA Astro
Rugby at Russborough for all ages from 10am to 12 noon each Saturday
St Vincent de Paul local number 087 181 1579
Junior Office Administrator with experience is currently looking for work. Phone Orla 087 3190779
GasHome – Boiler Servicing and Repairs – RGI Registered. Phone Stephen 087 9060 894
Childminder Wanted for 1 year old, Ballymore/Blessington & Surrounding Areas, in Minders home, 4 Days per week, call 087 621 5318
CE Scheme Vacancy – Caretaker, Blessington GAA CES 2162183 Closing 19th November
PLEASE Note you must be in receipt of Job Seekers 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 into us (across from Dunnes Stores)
Martin Craul & Co, Statutory Auditors, Accountants and Chartered Tax Advisors, have moved office to: Block One, Unit 1F, Blessington Business Park, County Wicklow. W91 XT18 (near the Fire Station) Telephone Numbers Unchanged. 045 891 505 or 045 891 507 – 087 279 1325 (Martin) Email mcraulco@gmail.com. Correspondence/data to 2 Millbank as before will be acceptable
Career Guidance Service for students and parents with experienced qualified guidance counsellor, individual attention Phone Gary: 086 857 4262
Gardening- For Winter Tidying, Hedge clipping, Beds overhauled, Fruit Tree pruning, Painting etc Phone Mark 085-1337714
McGreal’s Hearing Centre – Our Clinical Audiologist & Rehabilitation Specialist, Justine Rae, is based at our Main Street Pharmacy in Blessington. To book a hearing test phone 1890 92 92 59 or visit mcgreals.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
Noel Nolan Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com
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
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
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
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
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
Paying too much to SKY or UPC? We install & Repair Free to Air and Saorview!! No more bills!! Call Billy: 086 868 0053
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
Issue 1330 November 1st 2020
/0 Comments/in Newsletter /by officeMonday 2nd November All Soul’s Day – There is a Mass of Remembrance at 7.30pm During this Mass we will remember all our loved ones who have died. Due to Covid-19 restrictions we cannot have this Mass in person this year but we feel it is important to continue the tradition of November remembrance in our parish. We invite you to join with us for Mass via webcam www.blessingtonparish.ie Perhaps you could light a candle at home at the start of the Mass. Invite family members or friends who can’t be with you at this time to connect to the Mass as we all join together, apart, to remember our loved ones.
All Masses & Services via Webcam www.blessingtonparish.ie
►Daily Mass at 9.30am, Monday to Friday please join us in prayer
►Saturday 31st October 2020: Mass at 6.00pm
►Sunday 1st November 2020, All Saint’s Day Sunday Mass at 10am
►1st Friday- 6th November: Masses offered for all whose names are on the Altar List of the Dead. Padre Pio Mass will take place at 8pm, Church of Our Lady Blessington.
►Thursday 5th November: Holy Hour / Benediction with Deacon Gerry at 7.30pm, Church of Our Lady, Blessington
Mass Intentions this Week
Kathleen Twyford (RD) Grangecon Fr. Jimmy Doyle (RD) Naas, Staplestown/Cooleragh
Saturday 6pm: James & Tommy Swift (A) Odey Keogh (A)
Sunday 10am: Matthew Ryan (A) Michael & James Ryan (A)
We also remember: Julie Carron, Sally Egan, Maureen Donoghue, Teresa Slattery, Catherine Lewis, Noel Keogh
Monday: Mass offered for all the Blessington List of the Sick
Tuesday: Mary Nixon, Joseph Nixon, Phyllis Nixon (Rem) Josie Clarke, Paddy Minton, George (Rem)
Wednesday: Jimmy & Patty Hughes (A) Kevin Moore (1st A)
Thursday: Seamus Lavelle (RD) Paddy Fitzpatrick (RD)
Friday: 1st Friday … Mass offered for all those on the November List of the Dead
November List of the Dead – Envelopes available in the Church. Masses offered on the 1st Friday of every month throughout the year.
Join with Fr. Richard and Fr. Joe, in evening prayer via Zoom Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7.30pm. Log on to http://www.blessingtonparishes.com and click on the Zoom button. If you have any difficulty logging in, please contact us at info@blessingtonparishes.com
Christmas Mass Cards, Christmas Cards & other gift items now on sale. See photos on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/blessington.info Carol: 045 865 327 from 9am to 12.30pm. Jean: 087 235 0835 from 9am to 5pm office@blessington.info
Fr Kevin’s Homilies are always available on our website: https://blessingtonparish.ie/homilies-year-a/
Lakeshore Striders 3,000 mile Lockdown Challenge. Members of Blessington’s Lakeshore Striders Running Club wanted some extra motivation to stay active and stay connected during this second Lockdown. Members (from seasoned marathon runners to new couch to 5k graduates) pledged their own distance (100 miles or 100km) that they will run in the cold inclement November weather over the 6 weeks level 5 restrictions. They are sharing their donations between Barretstown https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/lakeshorelockdownchallenge and Blessington Lights (https://www.gofundme.com/f/blessington-lights-up 2 worthy local causes. So if you see them out and about running in splendid isolation, cheers them on and donate to either of these charities. Go Striders!
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
Blessington Lights up for Christmas 2020 Your Community needs your help!! We are looking for each household to make a small donation to ensure we can light up our Christmas Tree and Streetlights this December. We need to raise €4,500. Nobody wants to drive down the Main Street in Darkness this December. We need plenty of Christmas cheer. Come on Blessington Community, dig deep!! Donation Buckets in McGreals, The Credit Union and Wonkas, alternatively, please donate via www.gofundme.com/blessington-lights-up
Church Collections donations can be made to the 1st & 2nd collections via the DONATE BUTTON on the parish website The 1st collection goes to towards the support of the parish The 2nd collection goes to the Diocese. There are also envelopes available in the Church for these donations. All the SHRINE MONEY & donations in the black PDF BOXES on the wall of the church remain in the parish During this time, you can also make donations via the DONATE BUTTON on the parish website Thank you for your ongoing support.
Blessington Parish Office will remain closed to the public during the current restrictions. Please call or email if you wish to have someone prayed for at Mass. Blessington Parish Christmas Mass Bouquets, Christmas Cards and other gift items now on sale. Email: office@blessington.info Carol: 045 865 327 – 9am to 12.30pm. Jean: 087 235 0835 – 9am to 5pm Call or email for Mass Bookings, Mass Cards, Baptisms, Weddings & General Enquiries. All items can be collected…………
Community Pool for West Wicklow is looking for the most Spooktacular Halloween House in West Wicklow! Email pictures of your decorated house poolforWestWicklow@gmail.com & we will share them on our social media pages. Don’t forget to colour in our Halloween logo and pop it in your window too! You can pick up a copy of our Halloween logo from Blessington Tourist Office or print it out from our Facebook page! Prizes for the most Spooktacular Halloween Houses!
St. Marys’ Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto Jackpot next week €3125, sign up for €2 per week on parish website http://www.blessingtonparish.ie
ALONE – COVID-19 Support Line for Older People 7 days a week, 8am – 8pm, call: 0818 222 024.
Blessington Mini-Rugby outdoors for 4 and 5 year olds. Boys & girls welcome. K.O. 11:15am every Saturday at St Kevin’s Hall
Blessington Mini-Rugby on Tuesdays U7, U8 and U9 boys & girls from 6pm to 7pm U10 to U13 7pm to 8pm on GAA Astro
Rugby at Russborough for all ages from 10am to 12 noon each Saturday
St Vincent de Paul local number 087 181 1579
Calling all Local Businesses,
Artists & Crafters! Community Pool for West Wicklow are hosting an online Christmas Market and we would like you to be part of it!
Every day from early November we will be posting a new video to our social media pages, like an extended Advent Calendar. Each video will showcase a different local business or artist and their products. We hope that our online Christmas Market will help to encourage people to shop local and support local businesses this Christmas. If you think this is something you would like to get involved in, then email us at poolforWestWicklow@gmail.com
CE Scheme Vacancies
Parish Secretary, Hollywood CES 2161942 Closing Date: 1st November
Caretaker, Blessington GAA CES 2162183 Closing 19th November
PLEASE Note you must be in receipt of Job Seekers 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 into us (across from Dunnes Stores)
Martin Craul & Co, Statutory Auditors, Accountants and Chartered Tax Advisors, have moved office to: Block One, Unit 1F, Blessington Business Park, County Wicklow. W91 XT18 (near the Fire Station) Telephone Numbers Unchanged. 045 891 505 or 045 891 507 – 087 279 1325 (Martin) Email mcraulco@gmail.com. Correspondence/data to 2 Millbank as before will be acceptable
Couple looking to Rent an Apartment or House for 3/6 months. Non-smokers, no children or pets.Tel 086 879 2188
Career Guidance Service for students and parents with experienced qualified guidance counsellor, individual attention Phone Gary: 086 857 4262
Gardening- For Winter Tidying, Hedge clipping, Beds overhauled, Fruit Tree pruning, Painting etc Phone Mark 085-1337714
McGreal’s Hearing Centre – Our Clinical Audiologist & Rehabilitation Specialist, Justine Rae, is based at our Main Street Pharmacy in Blessington. To book a hearing test phone 1890 92 92 59 or visit mcgreals.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
Noel Nolan Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com
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
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
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
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
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
Paying too much to SKY or UPC? We install & Repair Free to Air and Saorview!! No more bills!! Call Billy: 086 868 0053
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
Issue 1329 October 25th 2020
/0 Comments/in Newsletter /by officeMass Intentions this Week
Olive Keenan (RD) Desmond Burke (RD) Mary Dermody (RD)
Saturday 6pm: Kit Hanlon (A) Bridie Keogh (A) Winnie Hayes (A) Ronnie Egan (A) Liam Ryan (RD)
Sunday 10am: Sr. Catherine Whelan (A) Sr. Margaret Whelan (A) Jack Kelly (A) Patrick Eustace (A) Philip & Mary Creighton (A) Anne O’Reilly (A) Paddy Wolf
We also remember: Mick & Peggy Richardson, Ena Keenan Anne & Seamus Kelly, Maria Chamney Rachel Murphy, Martin Kelly, James Hayden
Monday: Mass offered for all the Blessington List of the Sick
Tuesday: Pamela Moorehead (A) Patricia Farren (RD)
Wednesday: Jack Kelly (A) Sr. Catherine Whelan (A) Sr. Margaret Whelan (A)
Thursday: Birthday Mass, Thinking of you Mass
Friday: 60th Wedding Anniversary (Gene & Fintan Gilheany)
Daily Mass via Webcam at 9.30am Monday to Friday please join us in prayer: www.blessingtonparish.ie
Saturday 24th October 2020 – Mass at 6.00pm via webcam on www.blessingtonparish.ie
Sunday 25th October2020 – Sunday Mass at 10am via webcam on www.blessingtonparish.ie
Bank Holiday Monday 26th October – Mass at 11am via webcam
Wednesday 28th October – Prayers to Our Lady for the month of October. from 11am -12 noon from Church of Our Lady, Blessington, via webcam only www.blessingtonparish.ie
Blessington Parish Office will remain closed to the public during the current restrictions. Please call or email if you wish to have someone prayed for at Mass. Mass Cards, Candles etc Christmas Mass Bouquets & Christmas Gifts are all available by email or telephone for collection. Carol: 045 865 327 from 9am to 1pm. Jean: 087 235 0835 from 9am to 5pm. Email: office@blessington.info
Join with Fr. Richard and Fr. Joe, in evening prayer via Zoom on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7.30pm. Log on to http://www.blessingtonparishes.com and click on the Zoom button. If you have any difficulty logging in, please contact us at info@blessingtonparishes.com
Church Collections donations can be made to the 1st & 2nd collections via the DONATE BUTTON on the parish website The 1st collection goes to towards the support of the parish The 2nd collection goes to the Diocese. There are also envelopes available in the Church for these donations. All the SHRINE MONEY & donations in the black PDF BOXES on the wall of the church remain in the parish. During this time, you can also make donations via the DONATE BUTTON on the parish website. Thank you for your ongoing support.
Burgage Cemetery – Due to the current Covid 19 Guidelines, the Burgage Cemetery AGM will not proceed at this time.
Blessington Lights up for Christmas 2020 – Your Community needs your help!! We are looking for each household to make a small donation to ensure we can light up our Christmas Tree and Streetlights this December. We need to raise €4,500. Nobody wants to drive down the Main Street in Darkness this December. We need plenty of Christmas cheer. Come on Blessington Community, dig deep!! Donation Buckets in McGreals, The Credit Union and Wonkas, alternatively, please donate via www.gofundme.com/blessington-lights-up
Calling all Local Businesses, Artists & Crafters! Community Pool for West Wicklow are hosting an online Christmas Market and we would like you to be part of it! Every day from early November we will be posting a new video to our social media pages, like an extended Advent Calendar. Each video will showcase a different local business or artist and their products. We hope that our online Christmas Market will help to encourage people to shop local and support local businesses this Christmas. If you think this is something you would like to get involved in, then email us at poolforWestWicklow@gmail.com
Volunteer Drivers Irish Cancer Society – Irish Cancer Society is looking for volunteers to drive patients to and from their chemotherapy treatments. Drivers with a free weekday availability and who can commit to driving twice a month. Please email Gail at gflinter@irishcancer.ie or call 01 2310 566 for an application form. Due to the impact of the Coronavirus we are seeking drivers under the age of 70 years.
Fr Kevin’s Homilies are always available on our website: https://blessingtonparish.ie/homilies-year-a/
Blessington Parish Christmas Mass Bouquets, Christmas Cards and other gift items now on sale. Email: office@blessington.info Carol: 045 865 327 – 9am to 12.30pm, Jean: 087 235 0835 – 9am to 5pm, Call or email for Mass Bookings, Mass Cards, Baptisms, Weddings & General Enquiries. All items can be collected………
St. Marys’ Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto Jackpot next week €3075 sign up for €2 per week on parish website http://www.blessingtonparish.ie Weekly Winner of weekly prize of €25 is Treasa Hennessy
Community Pool for West Wicklow is looking for the most Spooktacular Halloween House in West Wicklow! Email pictures of your decorated house poolforWestWicklow@gmail.com & we will share them on our social media pages. Don’t forget to colour in our Halloween logo and pop it in your window too! You can pick up a copy of our Halloween logo from Blessington Tourist Office or print it out from our Facebook page! Prizes for the most Spooktacular Halloween Houses!
Cruthú Art Group has now concluded its exhibition at Russborough for 2020. Thank you to everybody who visited us over the Summer. We are delighted to share an ongoing display of art and craft in the Blessington Tourist Office. Do drop in and have a look. You may also see some of our art on the Cruthú Art Facebook page. If you wish to enquire about any piece that you see on Facebook, please email cruthuart@gmail.com Any art available for purchase may be viewed at Blessington Tourist Office by request. www.cruthu.ie
PARISH WEBCAM If anyone has problems accessing the webcam at the moment, we changed to a new provider last week so if you access though a saved ‘shortcut’ you will need to click the refresh button and/or by going back to the website an clicking on the camera link again or a direct link to camera below www.blessingtonparish.ie or https://blessingtonparish.ie/about/parish-webcam/
Blessington Mini-Rugby outdoors for 4 and 5 year olds. Boys & girls welcome. K.O. 11:15am every Saturday at St Kevin’s Hall
Blessington Mini-Rugby on Tuesdays U7, U8 and U9 boys & girls from 6pm to 7pm U10 to U13 7pm to 8pm on GAA Astro
Rugby at Russborough for all ages from 10am to 12 noon each Saturday
We are delighted to announce 3 positions coming up on our scheme, they are as follows:
Caretaker Cleaner, Manor Kilbride Hall, – CES 2159038 – Closing Date: 26th October
Parish Secretary, Hollywood – CES 2161942 – Closing Date: 1st November
Caretaker, Blessington GAA – CES 2162183 – Closing 19th November
PLEASE Note you must be in receipt of Job Seekers 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 into us (across from Dunnes Stores)
Career Guidance Service for students and parents with experienced qualified guidance counsellor, individual attention Phone Gary: 086 857 4262
Gardening- For Winter Tidying, Hedge clipping, Beds overhauled, Fruit Tree pruning, Painting etc Phone Mark 085-1337714
McGreal’s Hearing Centre – Our Clinical Audiologist & Rehabilitation Specialist, Justine Rae, is based at our Main Street Pharmacy in Blessington. To book a hearing test phone 1890 92 92 59 or visit mcgreals.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
Noel Nolan Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com
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
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
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
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
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
Paying too much to SKY or UPC? We install & Repair Free to Air and Saorview!! No more bills!! Call Billy: 086 868 0053
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