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Issue 1426 October 30th 2022
/0 Comments/in Newsletter /by officeMass intentions this week
Sheila Melia (RD) Blessington, Moyra McCarthy (RD), Jim McConville (RD), Marina Finnerty (RD Roscommon
Saturday 6pm: Mick Horan (Months Mind), Tommy Horan (A) Bridie Keogh (A), Ronnie Egan (A) Oliver Shirran (A), Matthew, Michael & James Ryan (A), Special Intention Mass
Sunday 10am: Rita Hamilton (1st A), Eamon Tully (1st A)
We also Remember: Kathleen (Kit) Hanlon (A)
Monday: Mass offered for the Sick & those in Hospital
Tuesday: Holy Day 10am Mass – Eamon Tully (1st A), Thomas & Anna Connolly (A)
Wednesday: Birthday Int, Get Well Int
Thursday: Eugene Keogh (A), Patrick Nolan (A)
1st Friday: Mass offered for the List of the Dead
This Week in the Parish
Saturday 29th October: Mass times: Blessington: 6pm, Lacken: 7.30pm – Harvest Thanksgiving Mass. The church will be open from 3 to 4 pm for donations of harvest produce.
Sunday 30th October: Mass Times: Blessington: 10am, Manor Kilbride: 11am, Valleymount: 10.00am (Harvest Thanksgiving Mass) Crosschapel: 11.30am.
Monday 31st October Bank Holiday Mass at 10am in Church of Our Lady Blessington
Holy Day – Feast of All Saints
Monday 31st October: Vigil Mass in Blessington at 7.30pm
Tuesday 1st November: Blessington: 10am Mass, Manor Kilbride: 11am Mass, Valleymount: 11.15am Mass
Wednesday 2nd November: November Mass of Remembrance at 7.30pm, for all our parishioners who died during the past year. If you have a relative or friend who has died outside our parish & would like their name called out on the night, please call the parish office with details: 045 865 327
Friday 4th November1st Friday, Mass offered for all on the November List of the Dead. Coffee morning in Lacken Community Centre from 2pm to 4pm
Saturday & Sunday 5th & 6th November – Remembrance Ceremonies at the weekend Masses in Lacken & Valleymount. Candles will be lit in memory of all our deceased family members & friends.
The family of the late Christopher (Christy) Miley wish to extend their heartfelt thanks for the many expressions of sympathy & support they received at the time of Christy’s tragic passing. Many thanks to all who attended the wake, Funeral Mass & Burial & to those who sent floral tributes, mass cards, letters & online condolences. Thanks to Fr Behan, Deacon Gerry & Clarkes Funeral Directors for their care & kindness to us. We are very appreciative of the musicians for the beautiful music & Valleymount GAA, Valleymount NS & Euro Oil for the guard of honour & also to the grave diggers. We remain grateful for the continued kindness & support.
November List of the Dead. Envelopes are now available in all the Churches and can be returned to the Parish Office or in the collection boxes/bags during the month of November. Masses will be offered on the 1st Friday of every month throughout the year.
Valleymount Change of Mass times – Further to consulting with Valleymount Parish Council, I regret to say that I will have to change the Mass time in St Joseph’s Church, Valleymount on Sunday mornings. As Fr Kevin is no longer available to celebrate Mass in Crosschapel, I will have to celebrate Mass there too. In order to keep all four Churches open to celebrate Masses on Saturday evening & Sunday mornings I will need to celebrate Mass in Valleymount on Sundays from now on at 10am. As the number of priests are reduced, we will need to change the Mass times accordingly but for the present I hope to be able to keep celebrating Masses each weekend in Blessington, Crosschapel Lacken & Valleymount. To facilitate this change beginning this weekend 30th October 2022 Mass in Valleymount will be at 10am each Sunday. With every blessing, Fr Richard
St Mary’s Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto. Numbers drawn on 27th October: 1, 7, 12, 27. €25 Winner: William O’Byrne. Next Jackpot is €1975
Team Hope Christmas Shoe Box Appeal – Build your shoe box at home by covering a shoebox with Christmas paper. Fill with the 4 W’s Decide if it is for a boy or girl Age: 2 to 4, 5 to 9, or 10 to14. Wash: toothpaste/brush, soap Write: pens/copies/colours Wear: Hat/Socks/gloves Wow: Toys/sweets €5 Transport Fee Info leaflets in the Church. Return filled box to Parish Office by end of October
Blessington Lakes Golf Club Annual Golf Open in aid of Blessington & District Senior Citizens Day Care Charity Golf Open – Monday 31st October. Blessington Lakes Golf Club, Boystown, Co. Wicklow. Competition: 3 Person Champagne Scramble, Entry Fee: Members €15 – Visitors €30 (Including soup or sandwich) Booking on BRS or Telephone clubhouse 045 867 146
“You Don’t Need Irish to Send Your Child to The Gaelscoil!” Gaelscoil na Lochanna is accepting places for the school year 2023-2024 from now up to 21st December. Parents will be notified of places on 13th January & will have to 27th January to accept the place. There are 31 places available. Tá an fógra bliantiúl maidir le ligean isteach fógraithe anois ar www.gaelscoilnalochanna.com mar aon le foirm iontrála. Spriocdháta dona hiarratais ná 21ú Nollaig agus cuirfear tuistí ar an eolas ar an 13ú Eanáir. Beidh ar thuistí/chaomhnóirí an áit a chinntiú roimh/ar an 27ú Eanáir 2023.Tá 31 spás sna Naíonáin ar fáil (más chuí). View the Annual Admissions Notice & access enrolment forms on the school website www.gaelscoilnalochanna.com We will host an Information Open Day during Seachtain na Gaeilge in March for those thinking of sending their child to the Gaelscoil in the next few years. Follow us on Instagram #gsnalochanna
Community Pool for West Wicklow are delighted to announce that the Swim Ireland Pop-Up Pool Blessington Midterm Break Schedule is HERE! There are plenty of Public Swims to keep your spirits up. €3.50 for a child & €7.50 for adults. Want to learn something new while you’re off school? Check out the Swim Ireland 4-day intensive swim course – Levels 1, 2 & 3. Running from Tue November 1st to Fri November 4th for 30 minutes a day, this course will help your child grow their confidence in the water over a short period of time. €46 for 4 swim lessons. For more details of the midterm swim schedule and how to book please visit www.westwicklowpool.ie
Are you a Bridge Player? If so, you are welcome to join Blessington Bridge Club. Resuming on Monday 17th October & subsequent Mondays other than Holiday Mondays at the KARE Centre which is located off the Blessington By-Pass. Ample car parking. Play begins at 7.30pm
Parent & Toddler Group in St Kevin’s Hall every Tuesday & Wednesday from 10am to12pm €4 per family per day
Blessington Bowls Club – Thursday at 7.30pm in St. Kevin’s Hall, Blessington. Guests are most welcome, why not come along and bring a friend.
The Blessington Fencing Club Spaces available in the 8-11yrs Beginners Class in St Kevin’s Hall – Fridays 5pm. Only comfortable clothing & runners are needed. Pop in & watch or participate in a free trial lesson. We have a great mixed group of children. Some children don’t enjoy traditional team sports or battle in some way. Every child can be taught to fence. Adult Beginner Classes starting on Tuesday evenings. Give us a call if you would like to try. Call Lee: 087 676 4183
West Wicklow Cancer Support Our group hosts a weekly Mindful soundbath Meditation with Gemma Deeney on Wednesdays at 11am in the Primary Care Centre Blessington. No cost, open to all. Do bring your own cushion, blanket & a friend. If your life has been impacted by cancer through a diagnosis, a family member, friend, or carer we are here for you. Call: 087 4346004 or westwicklow15@gmail.com
Current Blessington Community Employment Vacancies
West Wicklow Cancer Support: Project Worker. Job Reference: 2245584. Ideal Candidate will have experience in administration. Full training provided. Duties to include, but not limited to: Development of the project. Administration. Advertising & Promotion. Event Planning and Organisation. Typing Letters & Minutes. Work Closely with the Committee. Respond to Calls & Emails. Attend Weekly Meeting. Social Media. (Closing Date: 01/11/2022)
Building Caretaker: St Kevin’s Community Centre. Job Reference: 2245593. This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Duties will include, but not limited to: General light maintenance. Some cleaning duties. Painting. Assisting in general operations of the centre to include key holding, setting up rooms for meetings etc. Adhere to health and safety. Hall duties. (Closing Date: 08/11/2022)
Building Caretaker: Hollywood Community Centre. Job Reference: 2245591. This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Duties will include, but not limited to: Light maintenance. Admin duties. Cleaning. Painting. Assisting with general operations of the centre & this could include key holding, setting up rooms for meetings etc. Adhere to health & safety. Flexible hours required due to the nature of the role to include after hours. Report to reception & or assigned committee member. (Closing Date: 08/11/2022)
Please contact us on 085 252 3563 or martincahill@blessingtonce.ie Please note *You must be in receipt of a social welfare payment for the last 12 months to qualify for these positions * CE Rates Apply.
St Vincent de Paul Blessington, local number 087 181 1579
IRISH GRINDS for 1st / 2nd and 3rd years. Fun!! Progress guaranteed. Phone Carmel: 086 248 4695.
ACCOMMODATION WANTED in walking distance of Blessington Town. eb@black-pearl-offshore.ie
New Bri Coffee & Health Bar Located at High Definition Fitness (Across From Aldi) Open Monday to Friday 6am to 3pm – Saturday & Sunday 10am to 2pm. Open for Drive Thru, Sit In & Take Away Coffees / Treats & Smoothies.
Glenmore Kennels & Cattery – Glenmore, Ballymore Eustace, Co. Kildare. W91 EC89. 087 276 1106 – 086 241 7497 – 045 865 559. Open all year round. Heated Kennels. Special diets catered for.
SeeThru Solution – Your Local Trustworthy Cleaning Service for Windows, Gutters, Fascia, Pressure Washing, Softwash, Carpet & Upholstery. Call Greg: 085 858 1850
Painter & Decorator – Interior & Exterior Phone: Damien 085 826 0431
Guitar Lessons Private Tuition. Contact Greg: 086 275 2005
Blessington Roofing and Guttering. All Roof Repairs Slate Tiles Chimneys Guttering Fully Insured Free Quotations 24/7 Emergency call-out 25 Year Guaranteed Roof Installation and Roof Repairs. Call Today for a free no-obligation quote. 087 379 4038 www.roofrepairsandguttering.ie Email: roofingr7@gmail.com
Paying too much for SKY or Virgin Media? We Install or Repair Free to Air and Saorview! No more Bills! Call Billy 086 868 0053
Local Builder Available – All services under one roof, Windows & Doors, Plumbing, Tiling, Roofing, Plastering, Electrical, Carpentry, Insulation. All levels of construction services available. Fully registered. Call Paul 086 309 1829
Interior Designs by Elizabeth Creative, Unique, Personal. Please phone: 086 088 1806. Email: elizabethdoyle.ed@gmail.com
Gardening – For Hedge clipping, Beds overhauled, Strimming, etc Phone Mark 085 133 7714 (Greenleaf Garden Care)
BLESSINGTON Airport Taxi Plus, Hospital and City Run’s, Standard Taxi €87 one way, Large 7- Seater €97 one way. All other Runs prices on the meter. Call Richard: 087 255 7993
Eagle Cleaning Solutions – Chimney Cleaning, Exterior Power Washing, Window Cleaning, Gutter Cleaning and Repairs. Call for appointment: 087 247 4388. Email: info@eaglecleaningsolutions.com Find us on Facebook
German Autoworks – Service Specialist VW/Audi, Mercedes, Skoda, Seat, Opel. Call 087 286 3997 www.germanautoworks.ie
Noel Nolan – Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com
Clarkes Funeral Directors I.A.F.D. Funeral Home & Office, Burgage, Blessington. All areas serviced. Phone: Tony or Regina: 087 273 9048 / 087 659 6426 www.funeraldirectorsblessington.ie
HEADSTONES – McEvoy Monumental Works, Blessington. Headstones, Inscriptions, Renovations. Serving the people of Blessington for over 40 years. Call to our workshop at Millbank Blessington or phone: Mick 045 865 487 or 086 843 8832 or Gary 087 933 3487 www.mcevoymonumentalworks.com
Newsletter Advertising Rates, For just 50c per word per week you can reach a large, local audience. Cut-off for receiving adverts is Wed 10am. You can email the copy to office@blessington.info and pay in the Parish Office, or via the Donate button on our website or by bank transfer. Call the Parish Office: 045 865 327
Church of Our Lady, Blessington – Mass Times: Saturday 6.00pm. Sunday 10.00am
Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9.30am – Fr. Richard Behan PP. Tel: 045 865327
Church of Our Lady of Mercy, Crosschapel – Mass Times: Sundays 11.30am
St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride – Mass Times: Sundays 11.00am
Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9am – Fr. Paraic McDermott C.S. Sp., Tel: 01 4582154
St. Joseph’s Church, Valleymount – Mass Times: Sunday 10am
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Lacken – Mass Time: Saturdays 7.30pm
Parish Office: 9am to 1pm Monday to Friday Tel: 045 865 327
Issue 1425 October 23rd 2022
/0 Comments/in Newsletter /by officeMass intentions this week
Saturday 6pm: Patrick Eustace (A), Pat Dignam (A)
Sunday 10am: Philip & Mary Creighton (A), Ann O’Reilly (A)
We also Remember:
Monday: Mass offered for the Sick & those in Hospital
Tuesday: Mick Horan (A), Sean O’Connell (RD)
Wednesday: Patrick Nolan (1st A), Vincent Murphy (RD)
Thursday: Mass offered for all on the deceased Mass Card List
Friday: Eric Wilson (RD), Michael Callanan (RD)
This week in the Parish:
Saturday 22nd October: Mass times: Blessington: 6pm, Lacken: 7.30pm
Sunday 23rd October: Mass Times: Blessington: 10am, Manor Kilbride: 11am, Valleymount: 11.15am Crosschapel: 11.30am.
Tuesday 25th October: Holy Hour & Adoration 10am to 11am in Church of Our Lady.
Thursday 27th October: the Rosary will be prayed at 12 noon in Church of Our Lady
Sunday 23rd October is World Mission Sunday, the day of the Holy Father’s annual appeal to support overseas mission & missionaries. It takes place in every single parish worldwide where the Church is present. There is a special collection for this cause at all masses this weekend, replacing the SHARE collection
November Mass of Remembrance for all our parishioners who died during the past year, will be held on Wed 2nd November at 7.30pm. If you have a relative or friend who has died outside our parish & would like their name called out on the night, please call the parish office with details: 045 865 327
Blessing of the Stock – Deacon Gerry will bless the stock in Lacken & Valleymount beginning in the week October 17th If you would like your stock blessed contact the Parish Office – 045 865 327
Harvest Thanksgiving – Mass will take place in Lacken on Sat 29th October at 7.30pm & Valleymount on Sun 30th October at 11.15am. Donations of home baking, veg, fruit, jam chutney etc can be left before the altar & will be sold after mass.
St Mary’s Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto. Numbers drawn on 20th Sept: 13, 16, 20, 22. €25 Winner: Lisa Harrington. Next Jackpot is €1950
Team Hope Christmas Shoe Box Appeal – Build your shoe box at home by covering a shoebox with Christmas paper. Fill with the 4 W’s Decide if it is for a boy or girl Age: 2 to 4, 5 to 9, or 10 to14. Wash: toothpaste/brush, soap Write: pens/copies/colours Wear: Hat/Socks/gloves Wow: Toys/sweets €5 Transport Fee Info leaflets in the Church. Return filled box to Parish Office by end of October
Fighting Words are running two Spooky creative writing workshops on Saturday, 22nd October for Halloween. For 7 to 9-year-olds at 10.30am & for 10 to12-year-olds at 12pm in Blessington Library. To book a spot contact blessingtonlib@wicklowcoco.ie
Blessington Car Boot Sale – St. Kevin’s Hall on Sunday 23rd October 7am to 4pm Tea/Coffee. Indoor & Outdoor Spaces. Free Parking. Toilets. Tables €10. Bargains Galore! Info: Pat Conlan 086 075 2072
Blessington Educate Together National School are now accepting enrolments for the next school year 2023- 2024. Please enrol on our school website www.betns.ie
West Wicklow Cancer Support welcomes you to our October Drop-in Evening hosted by Wicklow Psychotherapist & Holistic Counsellor Margot Ussher with a theme focussing on The Rustle of Autumn Leaves, Looking to the future & brighter days in the current climate. Uplift your spirits and find inspiration, hope & comfort in your surroundings. Come along and join us, Thursday 27th October 7.30pm, Coimin Centre Blessington. Bring, yourself and a friend. Open to all, no charge. 087 434 6004 westwicklow15@gmail.com
Community Pool for West Wicklow want to remind you to visit the Swim Ireland Pop-Up Pool while it is here in Blessington! The pool is located in a heated marquee in St Kevin’s car park & will be here until Christmas. Public Swim Slots are available on Saturdays & Sundays. Early morning public swim slots are available throughout the week as well as swim lessons for all ages. To book please visit https://tinyurl.com/BlessingtonPopUpPool Thank you for your continued support for a permanent pool for West Wicklow.
Reminder to Parishioners: our Ulster Bank accounts will be closing shortly. If you donate to the Parish by Standing Order, we would be very appreciative if you could transfer it to our new AIB account. Please use your Surname & your 4-digit parish code when you set up the new Standing Order. Call the Parish Office for details: 045 865 327 or to set up a new SO. The Standing Order Donations are a vital help in the running of our Parish, and we depend so much on these donations. Many thanks if you have already made this change. Fr Richard
Are you a Bridge Player? If so, you are welcome to join Blessington Bridge Club. Resuming on Monday 17th October & subsequent Mondays other than Holiday Mondays at the KARE Centre which is located off the Blessington By-Pass. Ample car parking. Play begins at 7.30pm
Parent & Toddler Group in St Kevin’s Hall every Tuesday & Wednesday from 10am to12pm €4 per family per day
Blessington Community Choir is looking for new members. We learn & perform all sorts of song (soul, rock, pop) in a no pressure community setting. There are no auditions, & no previous experience is required. Just come over, sing in harmony & keep your mind & body joyously stimulated. To join – please fill out this form https://forms.gle/3CFSWAy7KssP4Tyr9 or just come on Thursdays, 8:15pm in Ruth Shine School of Dance studio (above Dunnes).
Blessington AFC – As part of the Club’s ‘Always Away from Home’ Campaign to highlight the lack of playing facilities for the club in the town of Blessington, we have decided to have a walk around the town on Saturday October 22nd at 3pm starting from the Community College. We will walk the ring road, a 4km walk, the distance our members have to travel to play football. We would appreciate if all members could get involved along with family & friends to make as much noise as possible, it’s been 54 years with Blessington AFC “Always Away from Home”. Let’s wear the green of Blessington AFC & let’s make some noise. We need football pitches in Blessington, our home, 54 years is too far too long to wait to play a home game.
Blessington Bowls Club – Thursday at 7.30pm in St. Kevin’s Hall, Blessington. Guests are most welcome, why not come along and bring a friend.
The Blessington Fencing Club Spaces available in the 8-11yrs Beginners Class in St Kevin’s Hall – Fridays 5pm. Only comfortable clothing & runners are needed. Pop in & watch or participate in a free trial lesson. We have a great mixed group of children. Some children don’t enjoy traditional team sports or battle in some way. Every child can be taught to fence. Adult Beginner Classes starting on Tuesday evenings. Give us a call if you would like to try. Call Lee: 087 676 4183
West Wicklow Cancer Support Our group hosts a weekly Mindful soundbath Meditation with Gemma Deeney on Wednesdays at 11am in the Primary Care Centre Blessington. No cost, open to all. Do bring your own cushion, blanket & a friend. If your life has been impacted by cancer through a diagnosis, a family member, friend, or carer we are here for you. Call: 087 4346004 or westwicklow15@gmail.com
Current Blessington Community Employment Vacancies
West Wicklow Cancer Support: Project Worker. Job Reference: 2245584. Ideal Candidate will have experience in administration. Full training provided. Duties to include, but not limited to: Development of the project. Administration. Advertising & Promotion. Event Planning and Organisation. Typing Letters & Minutes. Work Closely with the Committee. Respond to Calls & Emails. Attend Weekly Meeting. Social Media. (Closing Date: 01/11/2022)
Building Caretaker: St Kevin’s Community Centre. Job Reference: 2245593. This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Duties will include, but not limited to: General light maintenance. Some cleaning duties. Painting. Assisting in general operations of the centre to include key holding, setting up rooms for meetings etc. Adhere to health and safety. Hall duties. (Closing Date: 08/11/2022)
Building Caretaker: Hollywood Community Centre. Job Reference: 2245591. This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Duties will include, but not limited to: Light maintenance. Admin duties. Cleaning. Painting. Assisting with general operations of the centre & this could include key holding, setting up rooms for meetings etc. Adhere to health & safety. Flexible hours required due to the nature of the role to include after hours. Report to reception & or assigned committee member. (Closing Date: 08/11/2022)
Please contact us on 085 252 3563 or martincahill@blessingtonce.ie Please note *You must be in receipt of a social welfare payment for the last 12 months to qualify for these positions * CE Rates Apply.
St Vincent de Paul Blessington, local number 087 181 1579
Looking for any Accommodation available in walking distance of Blessington Town: eb@black-pearl-offshore.ie
New Bri Coffee & Health Bar Located at High Definition Fitness (Across From Aldi) Open Monday to Friday 6am to 3pm – Saturday & Sunday 10am to 2pm. Open for Drive Thru, Sit In & Take Away Coffees / Treats & Smoothies.
Glenmore Kennels & Cattery – Glenmore, Ballymore Eustace, Co. Kildare. W91 EC89. 087 276 1106 – 086 241 7497 – 045 865 559. Open all year round. Heated Kennels. Special diets catered for.
Parent & Toddler Group in St Kevin’s Community Centre on Tuesday & Wednesday 10am to12 noon. €4 per family per day
SeeThru Solution – Your Local Trustworthy Cleaning Service for Windows, Gutters, Fascia, Pressure Washing, Softwash, Carpet & Upholstery. Call Greg: 085 858 1850
Painter & Decorator – Interior & Exterior Phone: Damien 085 826 0431
Guitar Lessons Private Tuition. Contact Greg: 086 275 2005
Blessington Roofing and Guttering. All Roof Repairs Slate Tiles Chimneys Guttering Fully Insured Free Quotations 24/7 Emergency call-out 25 Year Guaranteed Roof Installation and Roof Repairs. Call Today for a free no-obligation quote. 087 379 4038 www.roofrepairsandguttering.ie Email: roofingr7@gmail.com
Paying too much for SKY or Virgin Media? We Install or Repair Free to Air and Saorview! No more Bills! Call Billy 086 868 0053
Local Builder Available – All services under one roof, Windows & Doors, Plumbing, Tiling, Roofing, Plastering, Electrical, Carpentry, Insulation. All levels of construction services available. Fully registered. Call Paul 086 309 1829
Interior Designs by Elizabeth Creative, Unique, Personal. Please phone: 086 088 1806. Email: elizabethdoyle.ed@gmail.com
Gardening – For Hedge clipping, Beds overhauled, Strimming, etc Phone Mark 085 133 7714 (Greenleaf Garden Care)
BLESSINGTON Airport Taxi Plus, Hospital and City Run’s, Standard Taxi €87 one way, Large 7- Seater €97 one way. All other Runs prices on the meter. Call Richard: 087 255 7993
Eagle Cleaning Solutions – Chimney Cleaning, Exterior Power Washing, Window Cleaning, Gutter Cleaning and Repairs. Call for appointment: 087 247 4388. Email: info@eaglecleaningsolutions.com Find us on Facebook
German Autoworks – Service Specialist VW/Audi, Mercedes, Skoda, Seat, Opel. Call 087 286 3997 www.germanautoworks.ie
Noel Nolan – Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com
Clarkes Funeral Directors I.A.F.D. Funeral Home & Office, Burgage, Blessington. All areas serviced. Phone: Tony or Regina: 087 273 9048 / 087 659 6426 www.funeraldirectorsblessington.ie
HEADSTONES – McEvoy Monumental Works, Blessington. Headstones, Inscriptions, Renovations. Serving the people of Blessington for over 40 years. Call to our workshop at Millbank Blessington or phone: Mick 045 865 487 or 086 843 8832 or Gary 087 933 3487 www.mcevoymonumentalworks.com
Newsletter Advertising Rates, For just 50c per word per week you can reach a large, local audience. Cut-off for receiving adverts is Wed 10am. You can email the copy to office@blessington.info and pay in the Parish Office, or via the Donate button on our website or by bank transfer. Call the Parish Office: 045 865 327
Church of Our Lady, Blessington – Mass Times: Saturday 6.00pm. Sunday 10.00am
Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9.30am – Fr. Richard Behan PP. Tel: 045 865327
Church of Our Lady of Mercy, Crosschapel – Mass Times: Sundays 11.30am
Weekdays: Monday to Saturday 10.00am – Archdeacon Kevin Lyon. Tel: 045 865215
St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride – Mass Times: Sundays 11.00am
Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9am – Fr. Paraic McDermott C.S. Sp., Tel: 01 4582154
St. Joseph’s Church, Valleymount – Mass Times: Sunday 11.15am.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Lacken – Mass Time: Saturdays 7.30pm
Parish Office: 9am to 1pm Monday to Friday Tel: 045 865 327
Issue 1424 October 16th 2022
/0 Comments/in Newsletter /by officeMass intentions this week:
Jim Coffey (RD) Kill, Co Kildare
Saturday 6pm: Betty Tyrrell (A), Margaret Murphy (A), Kathy & Willie Dunworth (A), Paddy Nolan (A), John & Bridie Richardson (A), Edward Ball (A), Michael Murphy (A)
Sunday 10am: Molly Keogh (Birthday Rem), Annie Fennell (A)
We also Remember: Michael & Thomas Fitzpatrick (A), Elizabeth Redmond (A), Christy Mooney (A), Michael O’Brien (A), Deceased Members O’Brien Family
Monday: Mass offered for the Sick & those in Hospital
Tuesday: Get Well Int, Birthday Int, Mass for Holy Souls
Wednesday: May Smith (RD), Mick Horan (RD)
Thursday: Get Well Int, Thinking of you Intentions
Friday: Helen Humphries (RD), Monica Fitzpatrick (RD)
This week in the Parish:
Saturday 15th October: Mass times: Blessington: 6pm, Lacken: 7.30pm
Sunday 16th October: Mass Times: Blessington: 10am, Manor Kilbride: 11am, Valleymount: 11.15am Crosschapel: 11.30am.
Tuesday 18th October: Holy Hour & Adoration 10am to 11am in Church of Our Lady.
Thursday 20th October: the Rosary will be prayed at 12 noon in Church of Our Lady.
November Mass of Remembrance for all our parishioners who died during the past year, will be held on Wed 2nd November at 7.30pm. If you have a relative or friend who has died outside our parish & would like their name called out on the night, please call the parish office with details: 045 865 327
Reminder to Parishioners: our Ulster Bank accounts will be closing shortly. If you donate to the Parish by Standing Order, we would be very appreciative if you could transfer it to our new AIB account. Please use your Surname & your 4-digit parish code when you set up the new Standing Order. Call the Parish Office for details: 045 865 327 or to set up a new SO. The Standing Order Donations are a vital help in the running of our Parish, and we depend so much on these donations. Many thanks if you have already made this change. Fr Richard
St Mary’s Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto. Numbers drawn on 13th October: 5, 6, 18, 20. €25 Winner: Antoinette O Rourke. Next Jackpot is €1900
Blessing of the Stock. Deacon Gerry will bless the stock in Lacken & Valleymount beginning in the week October 17th If you would like your stock blessed contact the Parish Office – 045 865 327
Harvest Thanksgiving Mass will take place in Lacken on Sat 29th October at 7.30pm Mass and in Valleymount on Sun 30th October at 11.15am Mass. Donations of home baking, veg, fruit, jam chutney etc can be left before the altar & will be sold after mass.
COFFEE MORNING for the Irish Cancer Society in McGreal’s Pharmacy Main Street, Blessington on Friday 21st October at 11am.
Social Dancing Donard Community Hall (W91YW57) Saturday 15th Oct from 9pm to 12. Music by Bernie Heaney – Adm €10
Interested in Gardening? Join us for free taster sessions on Friday 21st & Friday 28th October from 9:30 to12:30pm in Blessington Further Education Centre. Six-week course to start in early November. Tell your friends! For more information, please contact 045 851494, 086 8462771 or email: abeblessington@kwetb.ie
Dr Emma Lyons author of the book: ”Morristown Lattin, County Kildare, 1630-1800: the estate & its tenants” will give a presentation on the subject of her book to Blessington History Society on Thursday 20th October at 7:30pm in the Coimin Centre Blessington.” Admission is €5 for non-members of the society.
Are you a Bridge Player? If so, you are welcome to join Blessington Bridge Club. Resuming on Monday 17th October & subsequent Mondays other than Holiday Mondays at the KARE Centre which is located off the Blessington By-Pass. Ample car parking. Play begins at 7.30pm
Blessington Car Boot Sale – St. Kevin’s Hall on Sunday 23rd October 7am to 4pm Tea/Coffee. Indoor & Outdoor Spaces. Free Parking. Toilets. Tables €10. Bargains Galore! Info: Pat Conlan 086 075 2072
St Mary’s Junior School invites all current & prospective parents to our Open Day on Wednesday 19th October from 3pm to 4pm & 7pm pm to 8pm. Please come to see the children’s work, tour our building & meet our staff. All visitors welcome.
Blessington Educate Together National School are now accepting enrolments for the next school year 2023- 2024. Please enrol on our school website www.betns.ie
VALES AROUND CLOUGHLEA MINI FESTIVAL 2022 “From The Shoulders Down”, drama, depicting the life & times of fictional builder’s labourer PJ Mulpeter. Written & performed by Richard Lynch. In Manor Kilbride Community Hall on Sunday 16th October at 12 noon. Tickets €10. Refreshments available. To Book contact oldkilbride@gmail.com or 087 965 6257. Presented by Kilbride & Lakeside Music Committee along with Glen Heste Pure Mile.
On Sunday 23rd of October, the woodland trail at Russborough House will be transformed into a place of Halloween fun for all the family. Spooky woodland characters will guide you along the 2.4km looped outdoor walking trail through Russborough woodlands, on your quest to spot as many spooky creatures along the way. Visit the Forge Courtyard to learn about the history of Samhain; visit the Barretstown bus; grab some yummy Halloween treats & hot chocolate in the Russborough Café. Have a fun filled few hours in your best fancy-dress whilst helping raise vital funds local Kildare Children’s Charity, Barretstown. Sign up to take part in our seriously spooky walk; with proceeds from ticket sales supporting Barretstown. https://www.barretstown.org/boo-for-barretstown-family-halloween-event/
Parent & Toddler Group in St Kevin’s Hall every Tuesday & Wednesday from 10am to12pm €4 per family per day
Blessington Community Choir is looking for new members. We learn & perform all sorts of song (soul, rock, pop) in a no pressure community setting. There are no auditions, & no previous experience is required. Just come over, sing in harmony & keep your mind & body joyously stimulated. To join – please fill out this form https://forms.gle/3CFSWAy7KssP4Tyr9 or just come on Thursdays, 8:15pm in Ruth Shine School of Dance studio (above Dunnes).
Blessington AFC – As part of the Club’s ‘Always Away from Home’ Campaign to highlight the lack of playing facilities for the club in the town of Blessington, we have decided to have a walk around the town on Saturday October 22nd at 3pm starting from the Community College. We will walk the ring road, a 4km walk, the distance our members have to travel to play football. We would appreciate if all members could get involved along with family & friends to make as much noise as possible, it’s been 54 years with Blessington AFC “Always Away from Home”. Let’s wear the green of Blessington AFC & let’s make some noise. We need football pitches in Blessington, our home, 54 years is too far too long to wait to play a home game.
Blessington Bowls Club – Thursday at 7.30pm in St. Kevin’s Hall, Blessington. Guests are most welcome, why not come along and bring a friend.
The Blessington Fencing Club Spaces available in the 8-11yrs Beginners Class in St Kevin’s Hall – Fridays 5pm. Only comfortable clothing & runners are needed. Pop in & watch or participate in a free trial lesson. We have a great mixed group of children. Some children don’t enjoy traditional team sports or battle in some way. Every child can be taught to fence. Adult Beginner Classes starting on Tuesday evenings. Give us a call if you would like to try. Call Lee: 087 676 4183
West Wicklow Cancer Support Our group hosts a weekly Mindful soundbath Meditation with Gemma Deeney on Wednesdays at 11am in the Primary Care Centre Blessington. No cost, open to all. Do bring your own cushion, blanket & a friend. If your life has been impacted by cancer through a diagnosis, a family member, friend, or carer we are here for you. Call: 087 4346004 or westwicklow15@gmail.com
Current Blessington Community Employment Vacancies
West Wicklow Cancer Support: Project Worker. Job Reference: 2245584. Ideal Candidate will have experience in administration. Full training provided. Duties to include, but not limited to: Development of the project. Administration. Advertising & Promotion. Event Planning and Organisation. Typing Letters & Minutes. Work Closely with the Committee. Respond to Calls & Emails. Attend Weekly Meeting. Social Media. (Closing Date: 01/11/2022)
Building Caretaker: St Kevin’s Community Centre. Job Reference: 2245593. This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Duties will include, but not limited to: General light maintenance. Some cleaning duties. Painting. Assisting in general operations of the centre to include key holding, setting up rooms for meetings etc. Adhere to health and safety. Hall duties. (Closing Date: 08/11/2022)
Building Caretaker: Hollywood Community Centre. Job Reference: 2245591. This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Duties will include, but not limited to: Light maintenance. Admin duties. Cleaning. Painting. Assisting with general operations of the centre & this could include key holding, setting up rooms for meetings etc. Adhere to health & safety. Flexible hours required due to the nature of the role to include after hours. Report to reception & or assigned committee member. (Closing Date: 08/11/2022)
Please contact us on 085 252 3563 or martincahill@blessingtonce.ie Please note *You must be in receipt of a social welfare payment for the last 12 months to qualify for these positions * CE Rates Apply.
St Vincent de Paul Blessington, local number 087 181 1579
New Bri Coffee & Health Bar Located at High Definition Fitness (Across From Aldi) Open Monday to Friday 6am to 3pm – Saturday & Sunday 10am to 2pm. Open for Drive Thru, Sit In & Take Away Coffees / Treats & Smoothies.
Double Room to Rent Blessington Abbey. Contact Pamela: 085 206 7708
Glenmore Kennels & Cattery – Glenmore, Ballymore Eustace, Co. Kildare. W91 EC89. 087 276 1106 – 086 241 7497 – 045 865 559. Open all year round. Heated Kennels. Special diets catered for.
Weight Loss Program Starting on Saturday 8th October, St Kevin’s Hall, Blessington. Weigh in: 9am followed by Class Talk at 9.45am. For further information, call Fiona 087 125 7152
Parent & Toddler Group in St Kevin’s Community Centre on Tuesday & Wednesday 10am to12 noon. €4 per family per day
SeeThru Solution – Your Local Trustworthy Cleaning Service for Windows, Gutters, Fascia, Pressure Washing, Softwash, Carpet & Upholstery. Call Greg: 085 858 1850
Painter & Decorator – Interior & Exterior Phone: Damien 085 826 0431
Guitar Lessons Private Tuition. Contact Greg: 086 275 2005
Blessington Roofing and Guttering. All Roof Repairs Slate Tiles Chimneys Guttering Fully Insured Free Quotations 24/7 Emergency call-out 25 Year Guaranteed Roof Installation and Roof Repairs. Call Today for a free no-obligation quote. 087 379 4038 www.roofrepairsandguttering.ie Email: roofingr7@gmail.com
Paying too much for SKY or Virgin Media? We Install or Repair Free to Air and Saorview! No more Bills! Call Billy 086 868 0053
Local Builder Available – All services under one roof, Windows & Doors, Plumbing, Tiling, Roofing, Plastering, Electrical, Carpentry, Insulation. All levels of construction services available. Fully registered. Call Paul 086 309 1829
Interior Designs by Elizabeth Creative, Unique, Personal. Please phone: 086 088 1806. Email: elizabethdoyle.ed@gmail.com
Gardening – For Hedge clipping, Beds overhauled, Strimming, etc Phone Mark 085 133 7714 (Greenleaf Garden Care)
BLESSINGTON Airport Taxi Plus, Hospital and City Run’s, Standard Taxi €87 one way, Large 7- Seater €97 one way. All other Runs prices on the meter. Call Richard: 087 255 7993
Eagle Cleaning Solutions – Chimney Cleaning, Exterior Power Washing, Window Cleaning, Gutter Cleaning and Repairs. Call for appointment: 087 247 4388. Email: info@eaglecleaningsolutions.com Find us on Facebook
German Autoworks – Service Specialist VW/Audi, Mercedes, Skoda, Seat, Opel. Call 087 286 3997 www.germanautoworks.ie
Noel Nolan – Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com
Clarkes Funeral Directors I.A.F.D. Funeral Home & Office, Burgage, Blessington. All areas serviced. Phone: Tony or Regina: 087 273 9048 / 087 659 6426 www.funeraldirectorsblessington.ie
HEADSTONES – McEvoy Monumental Works, Blessington. Headstones, Inscriptions, Renovations. Serving the people of Blessington for over 40 years. Call to our workshop at Millbank Blessington or phone: Mick 045 865 487 or 086 843 8832 or Gary 087 933 3487 www.mcevoymonumentalworks.com
Newsletter Advertising Rates, For just 50c per word per week you can reach a large, local audience. Cut-off for receiving adverts is Wed 10am. You can email the copy to office@blessington.info and pay in the Parish Office, or via the Donate button on our website or by bank transfer. Call the Parish Office: 045 865 327
Church of Our Lady, Blessington – Mass Times: Saturday 6.00pm. Sunday 10.00am
Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9.30am – Fr. Richard Behan PP. Tel: 045 865327
Church of Our Lady of Mercy, Crosschapel – Mass Times: Sundays 11.30am
Weekdays: Monday to Saturday 10.00am – Archdeacon Kevin Lyon. Tel: 045 865215
St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride – Mass Times: Sundays 11.00am
Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9am – Fr. Paraic McDermott C.S. Sp., Tel: 01 4582154
St. Joseph’s Church, Valleymount – Mass Times: Sunday 11.15am.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Lacken – Mass Time: Saturdays 7.30pm
Parish Office: 9am to 1pm Monday to Friday Tel: 045 865 327
Issue 1423 October 9th 2022
/0 Comments/in Newsletter /by officeMass intentions this week
Michael (Mick) Horan (RD) Kilmalum, Patrick Mulhall (RD) Carnew, Margaret Mary Monaghan (RD) Roscommon, Patrick (Pat) Fleming (RD) Kill, Co Kildare
Saturday 6pm: Josephine (Jo) Byrne (Mths Mind), James Byrne (A), John Kavanagh (A), Christy Brady Snr (A), Patrick & Elizabeth Kelly (A), Paddy Kelly (A), Sr. Angela Kelly (A), Sr. Benignus Kelly (A)
Sunday 10am: Davis Clarke (A), Kathleen Carthy (A), Vincent Bohan (Birthday Rem)
We also Remember: Rosanna Wright, & Special Living Intention
Monday: Mass offered for the Sick & those in Hospital
Tuesday: Noel Granger (A), Billy Craul (A), Billy & Olive Leigh (A),
Wednesday: Rosanna Wright (A), Angela O’Driscoll (A)
Thursday: Intentions Mass, Get Well Mass
Friday: Bridget Cooke (RD), Laurence Hughes (RD)
This week in the Parish:
Saturday 8th October: Mass times: Blessington: 6pm, Lacken: 7.30pm
Sunday 9th October: Mass Times: Blessington: 10am, Manor Kilbride: 11am, Valleymount: 11.15am, Crosschapel: 11.30am.
Tuesday 11th October: Holy Hour & Adoration 10am to 11am in Church of Our Lady.
Thursday 13th October: the Rosary will be prayed at 12 noon in Church of Our Lady.
Reminder to Parishioners: our Ulster Bank accounts will be closing shortly. If you donate to the Parish by Standing Order, we would be very appreciative if you could transfer it to our new AIB account. Please use your Surname & your 4-digit parish code when you set up the new Standing Order. Call the Parish Office for details: 045 865 327 or to set up a new SO. The Standing Order Donations are a vital help in the running of our Parish, and we depend so much on these donations. Many thanks if you have already made this change. Fr Richard
Coastal Rosary for Faith & Life in Ireland. On Sunday 9th October, the Annual Coastal Rosary takes place all over Ireland, in Blessington, the Rosary will be prayed at Blessington Lakes (at the Avon) at 2.30pm. Join thousands of people from around Ireland to pray the Rosary for Life & Faith at our coasts, grottos, rivers, churches & other suitable places
Valleymount & Lacken Private Members Draw. The winners of the draw held on Sunday 25th September were: Liz Dignam, Brenda & Tommy Reid, Tommy & Jack Farrington, Joe Miley Snr., Paddy Broe.
St Mary’s Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto. Numbers drawn on 6th October: 7, 14, 23, 28. €25 Winner: William O’Byrne. Next Jackpot is €1875
St Mary’s Junior School invites all current & prospective parents to our Open Day on Wednesday 19th October from 3pm to 4pm & 7pm pm to 8pm. Please come to see the children’s work, tour our building & meet our staff. All visitors welcome.
Blessington Educate Together National School are now accepting enrolments for the next school year 2023- 2024. Please enrol on our school website www.betns.ie
Family Cycle in Manor Kilbride Sunday 9th October at 12.30pm Kilbride GAA are holding a Family Cycle with a FREE BBQ & medals for all cyclists All welcome. Registration open See the Club’s website for more details: https://www.kilbridegaa.com/family-cycle/
Social Dancing Donard Community Hall (W91YW57) Saturday 15th Oct from 9pm to 12. Music by Bernie Heaney – Adm €10
VALES AROUND CLOUGHLEA MINI FESTIVAL 2022 “From The Shoulders Down”, drama, depicting the life & times of fictional builder’s labourer PJ Mulpeter. Written & performed by Richard Lynch. In Manor Kilbride Community Hall on Sunday 16th October at 12 noon. Tickets €10. Refreshments available. To Book contact oldkilbride@gmail.com or 087 965 6257. Presented by Kilbride & Lakeside Music Committee along with Glen Heste Pure Mile.
On Sunday 23rd of October, the woodland trail at Russborough House will be transformed into a place of Halloween fun for all the family. Spooky woodland characters will guide you along the 2.4km looped outdoor walking trail through Russborough woodlands, on your quest to spot as many spooky creatures along the way. Visit the Forge Courtyard to learn about the history of Samhain; visit the Barretstown bus; grab some yummy Halloween treats & hot chocolate in the Russborough Café. Have a fun filled few hours in your best fancy-dress whilst helping raise vital funds local Kildare Children’s Charity, Barretstown. Sign up to take part in our seriously spooky walk; with proceeds from ticket sales supporting Barretstown. https://www.barretstown.org/boo-for-barretstown-family-halloween-event/
Blessington Community Choir is looking for new members. We learn & perform all sorts of song (soul, rock, pop) in a no pressure community setting. There are no auditions, & no previous experience is required. Just come over, sing in harmony & keep your mind & body joyously stimulated. To join – please fill out this form https://forms.gle/3CFSWAy7KssP4Tyr9 or just come on Thursdays, 8:15pm in Ruth Shine School of Dance studio (above Dunnes).
Blessington Bowls Club – Thursday at 7.30pm in St. Kevin’s Hall, Blessington. Guests are most welcome, why not come along and bring a friend.
The Blessington Fencing Club Spaces available in the 8-11yrs Beginners Class in St Kevin’s Hall – Fridays 5pm. Only comfortable clothing & runners are needed. Pop in & watch or participate in a free trial lesson. We have a great mixed group of children. Some children don’t enjoy traditional team sports or battle in some way. Every child can be taught to fence. Adult Beginner Classes starting on Tuesday evenings. Give us a call if you would like to try. Call Lee: 087 676 4183
West Wicklow Cancer Support Our group hosts a weekly Mindful soundbath Meditation with Gemma Deeney on Wednesdays at 11am in the Primary Care Centre Blessington. No cost, open to all. Do bring your own cushion, blanket & a friend. If your life has been impacted by cancer through a diagnosis, a family member, friend, or carer we are here for you. Call: 087 4346004 or westwicklow15@gmail.com
Current Blessington Community Employment Vacancies
West Wicklow Cancer Support: Project Worker. Job Reference: 2245584. Ideal Candidate will have experience in administration. Full training provided. Duties to include, but not limited to: Development of the project. Administration. Advertising & Promotion. Event Planning and Organisation. Typing Letters & Minutes. Work Closely with the Committee. Respond to Calls & Emails. Attend Weekly Meeting. Social Media. (Closing Date: 01/11/2022)
Building Caretaker: St Kevin’s Community Centre. Job Reference: 2245593. This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Duties will include, but not limited to: General light maintenance. Some cleaning duties. Painting. Assisting in general operations of the centre to include key holding, setting up rooms for meetings etc. Adhere to health and safety. Hall duties. (Closing Date: 08/11/2022)
Building Caretaker: Hollywood Community Centre. Job Reference: 2245591. This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Duties will include, but not limited to: Light maintenance. Admin duties. Cleaning. Painting. Assisting with general operations of the centre & this could include key holding, setting up rooms for meetings etc. Adhere to health & safety. Flexible hours required due to the nature of the role to include after hours. Report to reception & or assigned committee member. (Closing Date: 08/11/2022)
Please contact us on 085 252 3563 or martincahill@blessingtonce.ie Please note *You must be in receipt of a social welfare payment for the last 12 months to qualify for these positions * CE Rates Apply.
Escorted Pilgrimage to Knock 12th October €599pp sharing. Price includes 4 nights in Knock House Hotel, full board. All entertainment & excursions included. Day trips to Westport, Ballintubber Abbey, Croagh Patrick, Fr. Peyton Centre & National Museum. Single supplement €100. Contact Patricia on 087 1890 236 or email knockpilgrimages@gmail.com
St Vincent de Paul Blessington, local number 087 181 1579
Weight Loss Program Starting on Saturday 8th October, St Kevin’s Hall, Blessington. Weigh in: 9am followed by Class Talk at 9.45am. For further information, call Fiona 087 125 7152
Chair Yoga Coimin Centre Blessington Now on Mondays From 10:45am to 11:45am. All welcome. Call Patricia: 086 071 7384
Parent & Toddler Group in St Kevin’s Community Centre on Tuesday & Wednesday 10am to12 noon. €4 per family per day
SeeThru Solution – Your Local Trustworthy Cleaning Service for Windows, Gutters, Fascia, Pressure Washing, Softwash, Carpet & Upholstery. Call Greg: 085 858 1850
Painter & Decorator – Interior & Exterior Phone: Damien 085 826 0431
Guitar Lessons Private Tuition. Contact Greg: 086 275 2005
Blessington Roofing and Guttering. All Roof Repairs Slate Tiles Chimneys Guttering Fully Insured Free Quotations 24/7 Emergency call-out 25 Year Guaranteed Roof Installation and Roof Repairs. Call Today for a free no-obligation quote. 087 379 4038 www.roofrepairsandguttering.ie Email: roofingr7@gmail.com
Paying too much for SKY or Virgin Media? We Install or Repair Free to Air and Saorview! No more Bills! Call Billy 086 868 0053
Local Builder Available – All services under one roof, Windows & Doors, Plumbing, Tiling, Roofing, Plastering, Electrical, Carpentry, Insulation. All levels of construction services available. Fully registered. Call Paul 086 309 1829
Interior Designs by Elizabeth Creative, Unique, Personal. Please phone: 086 088 1806. Email: elizabethdoyle.ed@gmail.com
Gardening – For Hedge clipping, Beds overhauled, Strimming, etc Phone Mark 085 133 7714 (Greenleaf Garden Care)
BLESSINGTON Airport Taxi Plus, Hospital and City Run’s, Standard Taxi €87 one way, Large 7- Seater €97 one way. All other Runs prices on the meter. Call Richard: 087 255 7993
Eagle Cleaning Solutions – Chimney Cleaning, Exterior Power Washing, Window Cleaning, Gutter Cleaning and Repairs. Call for appointment: 087 247 4388. Email: info@eaglecleaningsolutions.com Find us on Facebook
German Autoworks – Service Specialist VW/Audi, Mercedes, Skoda, Seat, Opel. Call 087 286 3997 www.germanautoworks.ie
Noel Nolan – Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com
Clarkes Funeral Directors I.A.F.D. Funeral Home & Office, Burgage, Blessington. All areas serviced. Phone: Tony or Regina: 087 273 9048 / 087 659 6426 www.funeraldirectorsblessington.ie
HEADSTONES – McEvoy Monumental Works, Blessington. Headstones, Inscriptions, Renovations. Serving the people of Blessington for over 40 years. Call to our workshop at Millbank Blessington or phone: Mick 045 865 487 or 086 843 8832 or Gary 087 933 3487 www.mcevoymonumentalworks.com
Newsletter Advertising Rates, For just 50c per word per week you can reach a large, local audience. Cut-off for receiving adverts is Wed 10am. You can email the copy to office@blessington.info and pay in the Parish Office, or via the Donate button on our website or by bank transfer. Call the Parish Office: 045 865 327
Church of Our Lady, Blessington – Mass Times: Saturday 6.00pm. Sunday 10.00am
Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9.30am – Fr. Richard Behan PP. Tel: 045 865327
Church of Our Lady of Mercy, Crosschapel – Mass Times: Sundays 11.30am
Weekdays: Monday to Saturday 10.00am – Archdeacon Kevin Lyon. Tel: 045 865215
St. Brigid’s Church, Manor Kilbride – Mass Times: Sundays 11.00am
Weekdays: Monday to Friday 9am – Fr. Paraic McDermott C.S. Sp., Tel: 01 4582154
St. Joseph’s Church, Valleymount – Mass Times: Sunday 11.15am.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Lacken – Mass Time: Saturdays 7.30pm
Parish Office: 9am to 1pm Monday to Friday Tel: 045 865 327