We choose good or evil often in our lives. To follow something good, we reject paths which are less good. Following Christ means saying ‘No’ to other riches. The gospel today is a call to be joyful in giving up our bad habits for Jesus.
I said to the granny once, ‘I couldn’t bring you anything today’. The answer was ‘but you brought yourself’. The best gift I could give her that day was to visit her. That was the treasure of the day for her, as she had so often been the treasure of life for me. The treasure that Jesus offers is himself. His life is given in love to each of us, and then to the whole world. What comes with him are the gifts that he leaves behind through the Holy Spirit: ‘the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control’ (Gal 5: 22-23). These are among the most attractive human qualities we could ask for. This treasure comes to us in the gift of Jesus’s peace and friendship, especially in hard times; in his forgiveness no matter what our past, and in his promise that this treasure will last forever. With Jesus and his word, we have something that nothing can take from us. We share this treasure with others as we share those gifts of the Holy Spirit. Send forth your spirit O Lord and renew the face of the earth. Donal Neary SJ, Editor Sacred Heart Messenger
Mass Intentions this Week
Saturday 6pm: Mag Higgins (1st A) Rita Fitzpatrick (RD)
Sunday 10am: Laura McHugh (A) Nancy Doheny (RD)
We also Remember the following: Patrick Cullen, Sarah Sargent
Monday: Mass offered for all the Blessington List of the Sick
Tuesday: Birthday Remembrance, Special Intentions
Wednesday: Tom Wilson (RD) Paddy Howlin (RD)
Thursday: Breda Kelly (RD) Margaret Kitt (RD)
Friday: Patsy Hamilton (1st A) Special Intentions, Special Intentions
Congratulations to the boys & girls from St Mary’s Junior School who receive 1st Holy Communion this weekend, we wish them every blessing.
Adoration & Rosary will take place every Tuesday from 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. If you are unable to come to the Church, you can join us via webcam on blessingtonparish.ie
Blessington AFC – Notice to all coaches, managers, members, and parents. The Blessington AFC AGM will take place on Monday 10th August 2020 in St Kevin’s Hall Blessington. It will start at 8pm sharp.
St. Kevin’s Hollywood will be hosting their Annual Cemetery Mass on Sunday July 26th at 5.00p.m.
Blessington AFC are looking for young footballers and goalkeepers born in 2008 to join (or re-join) the Under 13 teams; if you would like to join please contact enquiries@blessingtonfc.com
SENIOR LINE – National Confidential Listening Service for Older People provided by trained older volunteers. All Calls are Free. Open 365 Days a Year from 10am to 10pm. A telephone listening service for older people. We do not ask for or pass on any information about our callers. FREEPHONE 1800 80 45 91
St. Marys’ Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto Jackpot next week €2400 sign up for €2 per week on parish website
Cruthú Gallery at Russborough Open Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays from 12 noon. Our members have been very creative during the lockdown so we will start posting soon some exciting new art pieces that will be available for purchase. We look forward to seeing you soon and please remember to mind the social distancing rules. www.cruthu.ie or contact us at cruthuart@gmail.com
The Irish Hospice Foundation – National Freephone Service. Have you been impacted by a bereavement during COVID-19? Are you finding it difficult to cope with a bereavement at this time? Would it help to talk to someone in confidence about your loss? The Irish Hospice Foundation Bereavement Support Line is a national freephone service – 1800 80 70 77 – available from 10.00am to 1.00pm, Monday to Friday.
DONATE to the Parish Online you can now make donations to Blessington, Crosschapel, Manor Kilbride, or Valleymount/Lacken or Donations to the Archdiocese, Easter Dues & the 1st & 2nd Collections that are normally taken up at Mass. It is straightforward to use, but if you need any help call Jean 087 235 0835 or Carol 045 865 327 during the week.
The Parish Office is open – Monday to Friday 9.00am to 12.30pm for Mass Bookings, Mass Cards, & General Enquiries. Email: office@blessington.info, Call: 045 865 327. from 9am to 1pm. Please observe social distance & please use hand sanitiser when entering & leaving.
Courses in the Further Education and Training Centre Blessington Are you considering doing a course, changing your career? Do you need Guidance? Here at Blessington Further Education and Training Centre we provide a free, professional, impartial career guidance and information service to all adults. For further information on upcoming courses or changing your career please contact our Guidance Service, Irene Hayden on 086 806 1569 or irenehayden@kwetb.ie or contact Karen Townsend on 086 850 3833 or karentownsend@kwetb.ie
Saturday and Sunday Masses in Blessington – Due to the extended restrictions on numbers allowed to gather indoors we will continue to issue tickets for 6pm Mass on Saturday & 10am Mass on Sunday in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. Tickets must be collected in the Parish Office between 9am & 12.30pm Mon to Fri – 045 865 327
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God knows the good and evil in a person’s heart and accepts both in us. He knows our struggles over evil and he both heals and forgives the wrongdoing in our lives.
In the normal garden we find flowers, grass, maybe some trees, we also find weeds. Jesus looks at a piece of land – a wheat field with weeds. He talks about the gardener who was constantly digging up weeds and the wheat with them he says to leave them and separate them at the harvest.
Our life is a bit like this field. Faults, failings, and the bits and pieces of ourselves that are sinful. We would like to get rid of them and the intolerances we have, or the bad temper, or the grudges and bitterness and judgements on others. We do our best but some of our personal faults and failings stay with us.
Maybe some faults and failings, or the weaker side of our lives, have made us more compassionate and humble. Maybe if we didn’t fail at something, we would be pompous and proud. We can sometimes feel a bit humiliated by our weaknesses, but in this we grow in humility and in our dependence on the understanding and forgiveness of God. With Jesus we do our best in life, changing what we can and accepting what we cannot. In that there is great wisdom. Donal Neary SJ, Editor Sacred Heart Messenger
Mass Intentions this Week
Pauline McLoughlin (Leitrim)
Saturday 6pm: James (Jimmy) Mahon Months Mind, Sean Corr (3rd A)
Sunday 10am: Alan Clarke (A) Bob Curtin(A)
We also Remember the following: Teresa Doyle (A) (Old Court) Joseph Burke, Christy Cartwright, Simon Hopkins, Rebecca Hopkins, Maisie Hopkins, Kay Lennon
Monday: Mass offered for all the Blessington List of the Sick
Tuesday: Lorraine Mullins (RD) Msgnr Jim Cassin (RD)
Thursday: Teresa Clarke (RD) Lily Mooney (RD
Friday: Mass offered for all on the Blessington Deceased Mass Card List
Adoration & Rosary will take place every Tuesday from 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. If you are unable to come to the Church, you can join us via webcam on blessingtonparish.ie
Blessington AFC – Notice to all coaches, managers, members, and parents. The Blessington AFC AGM will take place on Monday 10th August 2020 in St Kevin’s Hall Blessington. It will start at 8pm sharp.
St. Kevin’s Hollywood will be hosting their Annual Cemetery Mass on Sunday July 26th at 5.00p.m.
SENIOR LINE – National Confidential Listening Service for Older People provided by trained older volunteers. All Calls are Free. Open 365 Days a Year from 10am to 10pm. A telephone listening service for older people. We do not ask for or pass on any information about our callers. FREEPHONE 1800 80 45 91
St. Marys’ Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto Jackpot next week €2375 sign up for €2 per week on parish website
Cruthú Gallery at Russborough Open Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays from 12 noon. Our members have been very creative during the lockdown so we will start posting soon some exciting new art pieces that will be available for purchase. We look forward to seeing you soon and please remember to mind the social distancing rules. www.cruthu.ie or contact us at cruthuart@gmail.com
The Irish Hospice Foundation – National Freephone Service. Have you been impacted by a bereavement during COVID-19? Are you finding it difficult to cope with a bereavement at this time? Would it help to talk to someone in confidence about your loss? The Irish Hospice Foundation Bereavement Support Line is a national freephone service – 1800 80 70 77 – available from 10.00am to 1.00pm, Monday to Friday.
DONATE to the Parish Online you can now make donations to Blessington, Crosschapel, Manor Kilbride, or Valleymount/Lacken or Donations to the Archdiocese, Easter Dues & the 1st & 2nd Collections that are normally taken up at Mass. It is straightforward to use, but if you need any help call Jean 087 235 0835 or Carol 045 865 327 during the week.
The Parish Office is open – Monday to Friday 9.00am to 12.30pm for Mass Bookings, Mass Cards, & General Enquiries. Email: office@blessington.info, Call: 045 865 327. from 9am to 1pm. Please observe social distance & please use hand sanitiser when entering & leaving.
Courses in the Further Education and Training Centre Blessington Are you considering doing a course, changing your career? Do you need Guidance? Here at Blessington Further Education and Training Centre we provide a free, professional, impartial career guidance and information service to all adults. For further information on upcoming courses or changing your career please contact our Guidance Service, Irene Hayden on 086 806 1569 or irenehayden@kwetb.ie or contact Karen Townsend on 086 850 3833 or karentownsend@kwetb.ie
Saturday and Sunday Masses in Blessington – Due to the extended restrictions on numbers allowed to gather indoors we will continue to issue tickets for 6pm Mass on Saturday & 10am Mass on Sunday in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. Tickets must be collected in the Parish Office between 9am & 12.30pm Mon to Fri – 045 865 327
Togetherness by Aoibheann Gannon aged 10
Together but not
Like we’re stuck in a knot,
Not so nice,
Not so easy,
Now we’re being quite greedy.
Agree on these things I say,
“We can’t go out”,
“We can’t go about”,
“We can’t play”,
“We can’t say,
Whether it will be over,
Tomorrow or today”.
“we want to go out”,
“We want to play”,
“We want to be
The same as yesterday”….
“Hooray, hooray,
We can go out to play”
We are seeing the faces,
That we missed for many days
“Hooray, hooray, this glorious day”.
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HEADSTONES – McEvoy Monumental Works, Blessington. Headstones, Inscriptions, Renovations. Serving the people of Blessington for over 40 years.Call to our workshop at Millbank Blessingtonor phone: Mick 045 865 487 or 086 843 8832 or Gary 087 933 3487
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
Time to get your Ride-On/Lawnmowers serviced or treat yourself to a new Mower. For full backup service and professional advice Philip Jones 087 6638788. Visit our website
Gardening. For Summer Tidying, Hedge Clipping, Lawn Care, Beds overhauled Phone Mark 085 133 7714
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Our faith is nourished and grows through the experiences of our lives. It can also weaken and disappear. We need the support of our Church and fellow – Christians to strengthen and direct our growth when we lose our way
What is the best soil for the word of God today? Jesus’s story is both about the sowing and the ground that receives the seed. Much of the world today cannot hear the word of God through greed, violence, even the prideful belief that we do not need God. The soil is hungry for good seed. The soil that receives the word of God is searching: for meaning in life, to create a world of justice and peace, and to care for our planet. It is soil hungry for real love, both among each other and for the wider world. Jesus’s message offers a meaning in life: that life comes from love and is directed to love. He offers the challenge to care for all. ‘What you do for others, you do for me’ is his invitation and challenge to our faith. Our care for the earth comes from our faith that our world is God’s, to be created and developed with God. Let’s understand the soil that is receptive to the gospel values of prayer, inclusivity and justice. Donal Neary SJ, Editor Sacred Heart Messenger
Mass Intentions this Week
John McGrath (RD) Manor Kilbride
Saturday 6pm: John Kennedy (A) Annie McGovern (RD)
Sunday 10am: Mary Creighton (A) Sean Corr (3rd A) Austin Reilly (RD)
We also Remember the following: Nancy Keogh (A) Anne Mellin, Thomas O’Sullivan, Maurice O’Sullivan, Lily Mooney
Monday: Mass offered for all the Blessington List of the Sick
Tuesday: Deacon Don Devaney (Get Well) Get Well Intentions
Thursday: Special Intentions, Special Living Intentions
Friday: Nancy Sheridan (RD) Kathleen Kelly (RD)
Saturday and Sunday Masses in Blessington – Due to the restrictions on numbers allowed to gather indoors we feel it necessary that people apply for a ticket if they wish to attend 6pm Mass on Saturday or 10am Mass on Sunday in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. Tickets must be collected in the Parish Office between 9.30am & 12.30pm Mon to Fri – 045 865 327
Adoration & Rosary will take place from Tuesday 14th July, 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. If you are unable to come to the Church, you can join us via webcam on blessingtonparish.ie
SENIOR LINE – National Confidential Listening Service for Older People provided by trained older volunteers. All Calls are Free. Open 365 Days a Year from 10am to 10pm. A telephone listening service for older people. We do not ask for or pass on any information about our callers. FREEPHONE 1800 80 45 91
Monthly Envelopes for July 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.
Cruthú Gallery at Russborough Open Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays from 12 noon. Our members have been very creative during the lockdown so we will start posting soon some exciting new art pieces that will be available for purchase. We look forward to seeing you soon and please remember to mind the social distancing rules. www.cruthu.ie or contact us at cruthuart@gmail.com
The Irish Hospice Foundation – National Freephone Service. Have you been impacted by a bereavement during COVID-19? Are you finding it difficult to cope with a bereavement at this time? Would it help to talk to someone in confidence about your loss? The Irish Hospice Foundation Bereavement Support Line is a national freephone service – 1800 80 70 77 – available from 10.00am to 1.00pm, Monday to Friday.
DONATE to the Parish Online you can now make donations to Blessington, Crosschapel, Manor Kilbride, or Valleymount/Lacken or Donations to the Archdiocese, Easter Dues & the 1st & 2nd Collections that are normally taken up at Mass. It is straightforward to use, but if you need any help call Jean 087 235 0835 or Carol 045 865 327 during the week.
The Parish Office has re-opened to the Public – Monday to Friday 9.00am to 12.30pm for Mass Bookings, Mass Cards, & General Enquiries. Email: office@blessington.info, Call: 045 865 327. from 9am to 1pm. Please observe social distance & please use hand sanitiser when entering & leaving.
Courses in the Further Education and Training Centre Blessington Are you considering doing a course, changing your career? Do you need Guidance? Here at Blessington Further Education and Training Centre we provide a free, professional, impartial career guidance and information service to all adults. For further information on upcoming courses or changing your career please contact our Guidance Service, Irene Hayden on 086 806 1569 or irenehayden@kwetb.ie or contact Karen Townsend on 086 850 3833 or karentownsend@kwetb.ie
As we can only have 50 people in the Church for Mass it is necessary to book a ticket for weekend Masses. Tickets must be collected in the Parish Office between 9.30am & 12.30pm Mon to Fri – 045 865 327
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It’s never too early to get organised for going back to school.
Great value in packs of A4 Hardback & Softback Copies, Pencil Cases, School Bags and Lunch Boxes/Bottles but only while stocks last
Fantastic value on all Stationery Packs for St. Marys Junior & Senior Schools we are keeping our prices at 2019 rates
We are happy to help with stationery requirements for all other schools in the area please drop into the shop or call 045 865 878
German Autoworks. Service Specialist VW/Audi, Mercedes, Skoda, Seat, Opel. Call 087 286 3997 www.germanautoworks.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
HEADSTONES – McEvoy Monumental Works, Blessington. Headstones, Inscriptions, Renovations. Serving the people of Blessington for over 40 years.Call to our workshop at Millbank Blessingtonor phone: Mick 045 865 487 or 086 843 8832 or Gary 087 933 3487
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
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Gardening. For Summer Tidying, Hedge Clipping, Lawn Care, Beds overhauled Phone Mark 085 133 7714
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The presence of Christ in our world and our lives is a friendship, companionship and love that gives peace to the restless hearts and hope and meaning in times of stress and trouble. You may feel overburdened at times. Even as you read this, you may be getting a bit of ‘time off’ from different cares – children, grandchildren, pupils in your school, parents. While you may love the people who you care for, it can be wearing. You may have the burden of redundancy, homelessness, addiction, or prison. In such times, people have found the words, ‘come to me all you who are overburdened, and I will give you rest’. It’s rest not just for the body, but for the soul. The rest Jesus offers is his love and his word. He also has been through times of heavy burdens. He knows what is the worst of our lives and he will give the best of himself just as he did for the many who came his way in search of healing and of peace. The rest Jesus provides often comes through others. We can offer a listening ear when those near to us are burdened. We can offer help in many ways to those burdened with poverty, discrimination, or injustice.
‘Once we have received the refreshment and comfort of Christ, we are called in turn to become refreshment and comfort for our brothers and sisters, with a gentle and humble attitude, in imitation of the Master.’ Pope Francis, (July 2014).
Donal Neary SJ, Editor Sacred Heart Messenger
Mass Intentions this Week
Teresa Clarke (RD)
Saturday 6pm: John McNamara (1st A) John Geoghegan (A) Teresa Ball (A)
Sunday 10am: Eddie Conroy (1st A) Rita Toner(A)
We also Remember the following: Ray O’Donnell, Christy Keogh, John & Nora Moran, Martin & Bridget McDonald, Denis & Mary-Ann Byrne
Monday: Mass offered for all the Blessington List of the Sick
Tuesday: Eddie Conroy (1st A) John & Nora Moran (A) Martin & Bridget McDonald (A) Rita Toner (A) Ann Walsh (A)
Thursday: Charlie Dunne (1st A) Sean & Hester Dunne (Rem) Eloise Dunne (Rem)
Friday: Margaret Ellis (nee Atkinson) London (Rem)
MEMORIAL NOTICE
1st Anniversary – Tuesday 7th July 2020
EDDIE CONROY, late of Beechdale, always remembered & sadly missed by your loving family, relations & many friends.
His wife PAT & family would like to thank everyone for their kindness & support throughout the last year.
Will those who think of Him today, a little prayer to Jesus say!
Saturday and Sunday Masses in Blessington
Due to the restrictions on numbers allowed to gather indoors we feel it necessary that people apply for a ticket if they wish to attend 6pm Mass on Saturday or 10am Mass on Sunday in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. Tickets must be collected in the Parish Office between 9.30am & 12.30pm Mon to Fri – 045 865 327
Adoration & Rosary will take place from Tuesday 14th July, 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. If you are unable to come to the Church, you can join us via webcam on blessingtonparish.ie
St Mary’s School 1st CommunionDay 2020
Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th July, Saturday 11am and 1pm – Sunday 1pm. The details of the class groupings will be sent to parents from the school.
Monthly Envelopes for July 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.
Valleymount Private Members Draw Results for June: Margaret & Theo Clarke, Catherine & Sean Miley, Bernie & Jimmy Reid, Paul Farrell, Maria Gallagher
Cruthú Gallery at Russborough Open Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays from 12 noon. Our members have been very creative during the lockdown so we will start posting soon some exciting new art pieces that will be available for purchase. We look forward to seeing you soon and please remember to mind the social distancing rules. www.cruthu.ie or contact us at cruthuart@gmail.com
DONATE to the Parish Online you can now make donations to Blessington, Crosschapel, Manor Kilbride, or Valleymount/Lacken or Donations to the Archdiocese, Easter Dues & the 1st & 2nd Collections that are normally taken up at Mass. It is straightforward to use, but if you need any help call Jean 087 235 0835 or Carol 045 865 327 during the week.
The Parish Office has re-opened to the Public – Monday to Friday 9.00am to 12.30pm for Mass Bookings, Mass Cards, & General Enquiries. Email: office@blessington.info, Call: 045 865 327. from 9am to 1pm. Please observe social distance & please use hand sanitiser when entering & leaving.
West Wicklow Cancer Support Our resident Mediation Facilitator Gemma Deeney is guiding a Meditation every Thursday on Facebook live free of charge. If you are interested in connecting to the group please contact us on facebook, by email westwicklow15@gmail.com or by phone 087 4346004
Courses in the Further Education and Training Centre Blessington Are you considering doing a course, changing your career? Do you need Guidance? Here at Blessington Further Education and Training Centre we provide a free, professional, impartial career guidance and information service to all adults. For further information on upcoming courses or changing your career please contact our Guidance Service, Irene Hayden on 086 806 1569 or irenehayden@kwetb.ie or contact Karen Townsend on 086 850 3833 or karentownsend@kwetb.ie
As we can only have 50 people in the Church for Mass it is necessary to book a ticket for weekend Masses. Tickets must be collected in the Parish Office between 9.30am & 12.30pm Mon to Fri – 045 865 327
A bit of good humour is very beneficial for us, for the feast of St Thomas More which fell on July 1stit is advantageous to remember his prayer for good humour. I pray it every day and find it a great help, hope you do as well. Fr. Richard.
Prayer for Good Humour
By St Thomas More
Grant me O lord, good digestion,
And also, something to digest.
Grant me, a healthy body,
And the necessary good humour to maintain it.
Grant me a simple soul,
That knows to treasure all the good things,
And doesn’t frighten easily at the sight of evil.
Give me a soul that knows no boredom,
Grumblings, sighs and laments,
Nor excess of stress,
Because of that obstructing thing called ‘I’.
Grant me, O Lord, a sense of good humour,
Allow me the grace to be able to take a joke,
To discover in life a bit of joy,
And to be able to share it with others.
Amen.
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It’s never too early to get organised for going back to school.
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Fantastic value on all Stationary Packs for St. Marys Junior & Senior Schools we are keeping our prices at 2019 rates
We are happy to help with stationary requirements for all other schools in the area please drop into the shop or call 045 865 878
German Autoworks. Service Specialist VW/Audi, Mercedes, Skoda, Seat, Opel. Call 087 286 3997 www.germanautoworks.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
HEADSTONES – McEvoy Monumental Works, Blessington. Headstones, Inscriptions, Renovations. Serving the people of Blessington for over 40 years.Call to our workshop at Millbank Blessingtonor phone: Mick 045 865 487 or 086 843 8832 or Gary 087 933 3487
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
Time to get your Ride-On/Lawnmowers serviced or treat yourself to a new Mower. For full backup service and professional advice Philip Jones 087 6638788. Visit our website
Gardening. For Summer Tidying, Hedge Clipping, Lawn Care, Beds overhauled Phone Mark 085 133 7714
BLINDS. Roller, Vertical and Venetian. For all your requirements home or office Contact Seamus 087 4060 434 Email: seamusjban@outlook.com
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Issue 1316 July 26th 2020
/0 Comments/in Newsletter /by office17th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 26th July 2020
We choose good or evil often in our lives. To follow something good, we reject paths which are less good. Following Christ means saying ‘No’ to other riches. The gospel today is a call to be joyful in giving up our bad habits for Jesus.
I said to the granny once, ‘I couldn’t bring you anything today’. The answer was ‘but you brought yourself’. The best gift I could give her that day was to visit her. That was the treasure of the day for her, as she had so often been the treasure of life for me. The treasure that Jesus offers is himself. His life is given in love to each of us, and then to the whole world. What comes with him are the gifts that he leaves behind through the Holy Spirit: ‘the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control’ (Gal 5: 22-23). These are among the most attractive human qualities we could ask for. This treasure comes to us in the gift of Jesus’s peace and friendship, especially in hard times; in his forgiveness no matter what our past, and in his promise that this treasure will last forever. With Jesus and his word, we have something that nothing can take from us. We share this treasure with others as we share those gifts of the Holy Spirit. Send forth your spirit O Lord and renew the face of the earth. Donal Neary SJ, Editor Sacred Heart Messenger
Mass Intentions this Week
Saturday 6pm: Mag Higgins (1st A) Rita Fitzpatrick (RD)
Sunday 10am: Laura McHugh (A) Nancy Doheny (RD)
We also Remember the following: Patrick Cullen, Sarah Sargent
Monday: Mass offered for all the Blessington List of the Sick
Tuesday: Birthday Remembrance, Special Intentions
Wednesday: Tom Wilson (RD) Paddy Howlin (RD)
Thursday: Breda Kelly (RD) Margaret Kitt (RD)
Friday: Patsy Hamilton (1st A) Special Intentions, Special Intentions
Congratulations to the boys & girls from St Mary’s Junior School who receive 1st Holy Communion this weekend, we wish them every blessing.
Adoration & Rosary will take place every Tuesday from 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. If you are unable to come to the Church, you can join us via webcam on blessingtonparish.ie
Blessington AFC – Notice to all coaches, managers, members, and parents. The Blessington AFC AGM will take place on Monday 10th August 2020 in St Kevin’s Hall Blessington. It will start at 8pm sharp.
St. Kevin’s Hollywood will be hosting their Annual Cemetery Mass on Sunday July 26th at 5.00p.m.
Blessington AFC are looking for young footballers and goalkeepers born in 2008 to join (or re-join) the Under 13 teams; if you would like to join please contact enquiries@blessingtonfc.com
SENIOR LINE – National Confidential Listening Service for Older People provided by trained older volunteers. All Calls are Free. Open 365 Days a Year from 10am to 10pm. A telephone listening service for older people. We do not ask for or pass on any information about our callers. FREEPHONE 1800 80 45 91
St. Marys’ Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto Jackpot next week €2400 sign up for €2 per week on parish website
http://www.blessingtonparish.ie
Cruthú Gallery at Russborough Open Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays from 12 noon. Our members have been very creative during the lockdown so we will start posting soon some exciting new art pieces that will be available for purchase. We look forward to seeing you soon and please remember to mind the social distancing rules. www.cruthu.ie or contact us at cruthuart@gmail.com
The Irish Hospice Foundation – National Freephone Service. Have you been impacted by a bereavement during COVID-19? Are you finding it difficult to cope with a bereavement at this time? Would it help to talk to someone in confidence about your loss? The Irish Hospice Foundation Bereavement Support Line is a national freephone service – 1800 80 70 77 – available from 10.00am to 1.00pm, Monday to Friday.
DONATE to the Parish Online you can now make donations to Blessington, Crosschapel, Manor Kilbride, or Valleymount/Lacken or Donations to the Archdiocese, Easter Dues & the 1st & 2nd Collections that are normally taken up at Mass. It is straightforward to use, but if you need any help call Jean 087 235 0835 or Carol 045 865 327 during the week.
The Parish Office is open – Monday to Friday 9.00am to 12.30pm for Mass Bookings, Mass Cards, & General Enquiries. Email: office@blessington.info, Call: 045 865 327. from 9am to 1pm. Please observe social distance & please use hand sanitiser when entering & leaving.
Courses in the Further Education and Training Centre Blessington Are you considering doing a course, changing your career? Do you need Guidance? Here at Blessington Further Education and Training Centre we provide a free, professional, impartial career guidance and information service to all adults. For further information on upcoming courses or changing your career please contact our Guidance Service, Irene Hayden on 086 806 1569 or irenehayden@kwetb.ie or contact Karen Townsend on 086 850 3833 or karentownsend@kwetb.ie
Saturday and Sunday Masses in Blessington – Due to the extended restrictions on numbers allowed to gather indoors we will continue to issue tickets for 6pm Mass on Saturday & 10am Mass on Sunday in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. Tickets must be collected in the Parish Office between 9am & 12.30pm Mon to Fri – 045 865 327
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Gardening – For Summer Tidying, Hedge Clipping, Lawn Care, Beds Overhauled etc Phone Mark 085 133 7714
Cleggs Locksmith Service
Handles – Cylinders – Multi-Point Strips – Letter Boxes. Sallin’s Road, Naas. Shop: 045 876 702 Mobile: 087 232 3663
Paying too much to SKY or UPC? We install & Repair Free to Air and Saorview!! No more bills!! Call Billy: 086 868 0053
Noel Nolan Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service. www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com
German Autoworks. Service Specialist VW/Audi, Mercedes, Skoda, Seat, Opel. Call 087 286 3997 www.germanautoworks.ie
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
HEADSTONES – McEvoy Monumental Works, Blessington. Headstones, Inscriptions, Renovations. Serving the people of Blessington for over 40 years.Call to our workshop at Millbank Blessingtonor phone: Mick 045 865 487 or 086 843 8832 or Gary 087 933 3487
www.mcevoymonumentalworks.com
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
Time to get your Ride-On/Lawnmowers serviced or treat yourself to a new Mower. For full backup service and professional advice Philip Jones 087 6638788. Visit our website
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Gardening. For Summer Tidying, Hedge Clipping, Lawn Care, Beds overhauled Phone Mark 085 133 7714
BLINDS. Roller, Vertical and Venetian. For all your requirements home or office Contact Seamus 087 4060 434 Email: seamusjban@outlook.com
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
“THANK YOU”
to those who are supporting the parish through standing orders and the Neighbourhood Envelope Collection.
We now have a DONATE button on our website for those who would like to contribute to
Blessington, Crosschapel, Manor Kilbride, Valleymount/Lacken
or directly to the Archdiocese.
It is a quick and secure way to contribute to the parish.
If you experience any difficulties,
please phone the parish office 045 865 327
for assistance
https://blessingtonparish.ie/
Issue 1315 July 19th 2020
/0 Comments/in Newsletter /by officeSIXTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 19th July 2020
God knows the good and evil in a person’s heart and accepts both in us. He knows our struggles over evil and he both heals and forgives the wrongdoing in our lives.
In the normal garden we find flowers, grass, maybe some trees, we also find weeds. Jesus looks at a piece of land – a wheat field with weeds. He talks about the gardener who was constantly digging up weeds and the wheat with them he says to leave them and separate them at the harvest.
Our life is a bit like this field. Faults, failings, and the bits and pieces of ourselves that are sinful. We would like to get rid of them and the intolerances we have, or the bad temper, or the grudges and bitterness and judgements on others. We do our best but some of our personal faults and failings stay with us.
Maybe some faults and failings, or the weaker side of our lives, have made us more compassionate and humble. Maybe if we didn’t fail at something, we would be pompous and proud. We can sometimes feel a bit humiliated by our weaknesses, but in this we grow in humility and in our dependence on the understanding and forgiveness of God. With Jesus we do our best in life, changing what we can and accepting what we cannot. In that there is great wisdom. Donal Neary SJ, Editor Sacred Heart Messenger
Mass Intentions this Week
Pauline McLoughlin (Leitrim)
Saturday 6pm: James (Jimmy) Mahon Months Mind, Sean Corr (3rd A)
Sunday 10am: Alan Clarke (A) Bob Curtin(A)
We also Remember the following: Teresa Doyle (A) (Old Court) Joseph Burke, Christy Cartwright, Simon Hopkins, Rebecca Hopkins, Maisie Hopkins, Kay Lennon
Monday: Mass offered for all the Blessington List of the Sick
Tuesday: Lorraine Mullins (RD) Msgnr Jim Cassin (RD)
Thursday: Teresa Clarke (RD) Lily Mooney (RD
Friday: Mass offered for all on the Blessington Deceased Mass Card List
Adoration & Rosary will take place every Tuesday from 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. If you are unable to come to the Church, you can join us via webcam on blessingtonparish.ie
Blessington AFC – Notice to all coaches, managers, members, and parents. The Blessington AFC AGM will take place on Monday 10th August 2020 in St Kevin’s Hall Blessington. It will start at 8pm sharp.
St. Kevin’s Hollywood will be hosting their Annual Cemetery Mass on Sunday July 26th at 5.00p.m.
SENIOR LINE – National Confidential Listening Service for Older People provided by trained older volunteers. All Calls are Free. Open 365 Days a Year from 10am to 10pm. A telephone listening service for older people. We do not ask for or pass on any information about our callers. FREEPHONE 1800 80 45 91
St. Marys’ Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto Jackpot next week €2375 sign up for €2 per week on parish website
http://www.blessingtonparish.ie
Cruthú Gallery at Russborough Open Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays from 12 noon. Our members have been very creative during the lockdown so we will start posting soon some exciting new art pieces that will be available for purchase. We look forward to seeing you soon and please remember to mind the social distancing rules. www.cruthu.ie or contact us at cruthuart@gmail.com
The Irish Hospice Foundation – National Freephone Service. Have you been impacted by a bereavement during COVID-19? Are you finding it difficult to cope with a bereavement at this time? Would it help to talk to someone in confidence about your loss? The Irish Hospice Foundation Bereavement Support Line is a national freephone service – 1800 80 70 77 – available from 10.00am to 1.00pm, Monday to Friday.
DONATE to the Parish Online you can now make donations to Blessington, Crosschapel, Manor Kilbride, or Valleymount/Lacken or Donations to the Archdiocese, Easter Dues & the 1st & 2nd Collections that are normally taken up at Mass. It is straightforward to use, but if you need any help call Jean 087 235 0835 or Carol 045 865 327 during the week.
The Parish Office is open – Monday to Friday 9.00am to 12.30pm for Mass Bookings, Mass Cards, & General Enquiries. Email: office@blessington.info, Call: 045 865 327. from 9am to 1pm. Please observe social distance & please use hand sanitiser when entering & leaving.
Courses in the Further Education and Training Centre Blessington Are you considering doing a course, changing your career? Do you need Guidance? Here at Blessington Further Education and Training Centre we provide a free, professional, impartial career guidance and information service to all adults. For further information on upcoming courses or changing your career please contact our Guidance Service, Irene Hayden on 086 806 1569 or irenehayden@kwetb.ie or contact Karen Townsend on 086 850 3833 or karentownsend@kwetb.ie
Saturday and Sunday Masses in Blessington – Due to the extended restrictions on numbers allowed to gather indoors we will continue to issue tickets for 6pm Mass on Saturday & 10am Mass on Sunday in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. Tickets must be collected in the Parish Office between 9am & 12.30pm Mon to Fri – 045 865 327
Togetherness by Aoibheann Gannon aged 10
Together but not
Like we’re stuck in a knot,
Not so nice,
Not so easy,
Now we’re being quite greedy.
Agree on these things I say,
“We can’t go out”,
“We can’t go about”,
“We can’t play”,
“We can’t say,
Whether it will be over,
Tomorrow or today”.
“we want to go out”,
“We want to play”,
“We want to be
The same as yesterday”….
“Hooray, hooray,
We can go out to play”
We are seeing the faces,
That we missed for many days
“Hooray, hooray, this glorious day”.
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Paying too much to SKY or UPC? We install & Repair Free to Air and Saorview!! No more bills!! Call Billy: 086 868 0053
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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
HEADSTONES – McEvoy Monumental Works, Blessington. Headstones, Inscriptions, Renovations. Serving the people of Blessington for over 40 years.Call to our workshop at Millbank Blessingtonor phone: Mick 045 865 487 or 086 843 8832 or Gary 087 933 3487
www.mcevoymonumentalworks.com
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
Time to get your Ride-On/Lawnmowers serviced or treat yourself to a new Mower. For full backup service and professional advice Philip Jones 087 6638788. Visit our website
www.jonespowertools.ie
Gardening. For Summer Tidying, Hedge Clipping, Lawn Care, Beds overhauled Phone Mark 085 133 7714
BLINDS. Roller, Vertical and Venetian. For all your requirements home or office Contact Seamus 087 4060 434 Email: seamusjban@outlook.com
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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
“THANK YOU”
to those who are supporting the parish through standing orders and the Neighbourhood Envelope Collection.
We now have a DONATE button on our website for those who would like to contribute to
Blessington, Crosschapel, Manor Kilbride, Valleymount/Lacken
or directly to the Archdiocese.
It is a quick and secure way to contribute to the parish.
If you experience any difficulties,
please phone the parish office 045 865 327
for assistance
https://blessingtonparish.ie/
Issue 1314 July 12th 2020
/0 Comments/in Newsletter /by officeFIFTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 12th July 2020
Our faith is nourished and grows through the experiences of our lives. It can also weaken and disappear. We need the support of our Church and fellow – Christians to strengthen and direct our growth when we lose our way
What is the best soil for the word of God today? Jesus’s story is both about the sowing and the ground that receives the seed. Much of the world today cannot hear the word of God through greed, violence, even the prideful belief that we do not need God. The soil is hungry for good seed. The soil that receives the word of God is searching: for meaning in life, to create a world of justice and peace, and to care for our planet. It is soil hungry for real love, both among each other and for the wider world. Jesus’s message offers a meaning in life: that life comes from love and is directed to love. He offers the challenge to care for all. ‘What you do for others, you do for me’ is his invitation and challenge to our faith. Our care for the earth comes from our faith that our world is God’s, to be created and developed with God. Let’s understand the soil that is receptive to the gospel values of prayer, inclusivity and justice. Donal Neary SJ, Editor Sacred Heart Messenger
Mass Intentions this Week
John McGrath (RD) Manor Kilbride
Saturday 6pm: John Kennedy (A) Annie McGovern (RD)
Sunday 10am: Mary Creighton (A) Sean Corr (3rd A) Austin Reilly (RD)
We also Remember the following: Nancy Keogh (A) Anne Mellin, Thomas O’Sullivan, Maurice O’Sullivan, Lily Mooney
Monday: Mass offered for all the Blessington List of the Sick
Tuesday: Deacon Don Devaney (Get Well) Get Well Intentions
Thursday: Special Intentions, Special Living Intentions
Friday: Nancy Sheridan (RD) Kathleen Kelly (RD)
Saturday and Sunday Masses in Blessington – Due to the restrictions on numbers allowed to gather indoors we feel it necessary that people apply for a ticket if they wish to attend 6pm Mass on Saturday or 10am Mass on Sunday in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. Tickets must be collected in the Parish Office between 9.30am & 12.30pm Mon to Fri – 045 865 327
Adoration & Rosary will take place from Tuesday 14th July, 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. If you are unable to come to the Church, you can join us via webcam on blessingtonparish.ie
SENIOR LINE – National Confidential Listening Service for Older People provided by trained older volunteers. All Calls are Free. Open 365 Days a Year from 10am to 10pm. A telephone listening service for older people. We do not ask for or pass on any information about our callers. FREEPHONE 1800 80 45 91
Monthly Envelopes for July 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.
Cruthú Gallery at Russborough Open Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays from 12 noon. Our members have been very creative during the lockdown so we will start posting soon some exciting new art pieces that will be available for purchase. We look forward to seeing you soon and please remember to mind the social distancing rules. www.cruthu.ie or contact us at cruthuart@gmail.com
The Irish Hospice Foundation – National Freephone Service. Have you been impacted by a bereavement during COVID-19? Are you finding it difficult to cope with a bereavement at this time? Would it help to talk to someone in confidence about your loss? The Irish Hospice Foundation Bereavement Support Line is a national freephone service – 1800 80 70 77 – available from 10.00am to 1.00pm, Monday to Friday.
DONATE to the Parish Online you can now make donations to Blessington, Crosschapel, Manor Kilbride, or Valleymount/Lacken or Donations to the Archdiocese, Easter Dues & the 1st & 2nd Collections that are normally taken up at Mass. It is straightforward to use, but if you need any help call Jean 087 235 0835 or Carol 045 865 327 during the week.
The Parish Office has re-opened to the Public – Monday to Friday 9.00am to 12.30pm for Mass Bookings, Mass Cards, & General Enquiries. Email: office@blessington.info, Call: 045 865 327. from 9am to 1pm. Please observe social distance & please use hand sanitiser when entering & leaving.
Courses in the Further Education and Training Centre Blessington Are you considering doing a course, changing your career? Do you need Guidance? Here at Blessington Further Education and Training Centre we provide a free, professional, impartial career guidance and information service to all adults. For further information on upcoming courses or changing your career please contact our Guidance Service, Irene Hayden on 086 806 1569 or irenehayden@kwetb.ie or contact Karen Townsend on 086 850 3833 or karentownsend@kwetb.ie
As we can only have 50 people in the Church for Mass it is necessary to book a ticket for weekend Masses. Tickets must be collected in the Parish Office between 9.30am & 12.30pm Mon to Fri – 045 865 327
NEWSLETTER ADS
Childminder available Blessington Areas Call 087 6769863
The Office Shop Blessington
It’s never too early to get organised for going back to school.
Great value in packs of A4 Hardback & Softback Copies, Pencil Cases, School Bags and Lunch Boxes/Bottles but only while stocks last
Fantastic value on all Stationery Packs for St. Marys Junior & Senior Schools we are keeping our prices at 2019 rates
We are happy to help with stationery requirements for all other schools in the area please drop into the shop or call 045 865 878
Cleggs Locksmith Service
Handles – Cylinders – Multi-Point Strips – Letter Boxes. Sallin’s Road, Naas. Shop: 045 876 702 Mobile: 087 232 3663
Paying too much to SKY or UPC? We install & Repair Free to Air and Saorview!! No more bills!! Call Billy: 086 868 0053
Noel Nolan Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service. www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com
German Autoworks. Service Specialist VW/Audi, Mercedes, Skoda, Seat, Opel. Call 087 286 3997 www.germanautoworks.ie
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
HEADSTONES – McEvoy Monumental Works, Blessington. Headstones, Inscriptions, Renovations. Serving the people of Blessington for over 40 years.Call to our workshop at Millbank Blessingtonor phone: Mick 045 865 487 or 086 843 8832 or Gary 087 933 3487
www.mcevoymonumentalworks.com
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
Time to get your Ride-On/Lawnmowers serviced or treat yourself to a new Mower. For full backup service and professional advice Philip Jones 087 6638788. Visit our website
www.jonespowertools.ie
Gardening. For Summer Tidying, Hedge Clipping, Lawn Care, Beds overhauled Phone Mark 085 133 7714
BLINDS. Roller, Vertical and Venetian. For all your requirements home or office Contact Seamus 087 4060 434 Email: seamusjban@outlook.com
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
“THANK YOU”
to those who are supporting the parish through standing orders and the Neighbourhood Envelope Collection.
We now have a DONATE button on our website for those who would like to contribute to
Blessington, Crosschapel, Manor Kilbride, Valleymount/Lacken
or directly to the Archdiocese.
It is a quick and secure way to contribute to the parish.
If you experience any difficulties,
please phone the parish office 045 865 327
for assistance
https://blessingtonparish.ie/
Issue 1313 July 5th 2020
/0 Comments/in Newsletter /by officeFOURTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 5th July 2020
The presence of Christ in our world and our lives is a friendship, companionship and love that gives peace to the restless hearts and hope and meaning in times of stress and trouble. You may feel overburdened at times. Even as you read this, you may be getting a bit of ‘time off’ from different cares – children, grandchildren, pupils in your school, parents. While you may love the people who you care for, it can be wearing. You may have the burden of redundancy, homelessness, addiction, or prison. In such times, people have found the words, ‘come to me all you who are overburdened, and I will give you rest’. It’s rest not just for the body, but for the soul. The rest Jesus offers is his love and his word. He also has been through times of heavy burdens. He knows what is the worst of our lives and he will give the best of himself just as he did for the many who came his way in search of healing and of peace. The rest Jesus provides often comes through others. We can offer a listening ear when those near to us are burdened. We can offer help in many ways to those burdened with poverty, discrimination, or injustice.
‘Once we have received the refreshment and comfort of Christ, we are called in turn to become refreshment and comfort for our brothers and sisters, with a gentle and humble attitude, in imitation of the Master.’ Pope Francis, (July 2014).
Donal Neary SJ, Editor Sacred Heart Messenger
Mass Intentions this Week
Teresa Clarke (RD)
Saturday 6pm: John McNamara (1st A) John Geoghegan (A) Teresa Ball (A)
Sunday 10am: Eddie Conroy (1st A) Rita Toner(A)
We also Remember the following: Ray O’Donnell, Christy Keogh, John & Nora Moran, Martin & Bridget McDonald, Denis & Mary-Ann Byrne
Monday: Mass offered for all the Blessington List of the Sick
Tuesday: Eddie Conroy (1st A) John & Nora Moran (A) Martin & Bridget McDonald (A) Rita Toner (A) Ann Walsh (A)
Thursday: Charlie Dunne (1st A) Sean & Hester Dunne (Rem) Eloise Dunne (Rem)
Friday: Margaret Ellis (nee Atkinson) London (Rem)
MEMORIAL NOTICE
1st Anniversary – Tuesday 7th July 2020
EDDIE CONROY, late of Beechdale, always remembered & sadly missed by your loving family, relations & many friends.
His wife PAT & family would like to thank everyone for their kindness & support throughout the last year.
Will those who think of Him today, a little prayer to Jesus say!
Saturday and Sunday Masses in Blessington
Due to the restrictions on numbers allowed to gather indoors we feel it necessary that people apply for a ticket if they wish to attend 6pm Mass on Saturday or 10am Mass on Sunday in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. Tickets must be collected in the Parish Office between 9.30am & 12.30pm Mon to Fri – 045 865 327
Adoration & Rosary will take place from Tuesday 14th July, 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady, Blessington. If you are unable to come to the Church, you can join us via webcam on blessingtonparish.ie
St Mary’s School 1st CommunionDay 2020
Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th July, Saturday 11am and 1pm – Sunday 1pm. The details of the class groupings will be sent to parents from the school.
Monthly Envelopes for July 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.
Valleymount Private Members Draw Results for June: Margaret & Theo Clarke, Catherine & Sean Miley, Bernie & Jimmy Reid, Paul Farrell, Maria Gallagher
Cruthú Gallery at Russborough Open Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays from 12 noon. Our members have been very creative during the lockdown so we will start posting soon some exciting new art pieces that will be available for purchase. We look forward to seeing you soon and please remember to mind the social distancing rules. www.cruthu.ie or contact us at cruthuart@gmail.com
DONATE to the Parish Online you can now make donations to Blessington, Crosschapel, Manor Kilbride, or Valleymount/Lacken or Donations to the Archdiocese, Easter Dues & the 1st & 2nd Collections that are normally taken up at Mass. It is straightforward to use, but if you need any help call Jean 087 235 0835 or Carol 045 865 327 during the week.
The Parish Office has re-opened to the Public – Monday to Friday 9.00am to 12.30pm for Mass Bookings, Mass Cards, & General Enquiries. Email: office@blessington.info, Call: 045 865 327. from 9am to 1pm. Please observe social distance & please use hand sanitiser when entering & leaving.
West Wicklow Cancer Support Our resident Mediation Facilitator Gemma Deeney is guiding a Meditation every Thursday on Facebook live free of charge. If you are interested in connecting to the group please contact us on facebook, by email westwicklow15@gmail.com or by phone 087 4346004
Courses in the Further Education and Training Centre Blessington Are you considering doing a course, changing your career? Do you need Guidance? Here at Blessington Further Education and Training Centre we provide a free, professional, impartial career guidance and information service to all adults. For further information on upcoming courses or changing your career please contact our Guidance Service, Irene Hayden on 086 806 1569 or irenehayden@kwetb.ie or contact Karen Townsend on 086 850 3833 or karentownsend@kwetb.ie
As we can only have 50 people in the Church for Mass it is necessary to book a ticket for weekend Masses. Tickets must be collected in the Parish Office between 9.30am & 12.30pm Mon to Fri – 045 865 327
A bit of good humour is very beneficial for us, for the feast of St Thomas More which fell on July 1st it is advantageous to remember his prayer for good humour. I pray it every day and find it a great help, hope you do as well. Fr. Richard.
Prayer for Good Humour
By St Thomas More
Grant me O lord, good digestion,
And also, something to digest.
Grant me, a healthy body,
And the necessary good humour to maintain it.
Grant me a simple soul,
That knows to treasure all the good things,
And doesn’t frighten easily at the sight of evil.
Give me a soul that knows no boredom,
Grumblings, sighs and laments,
Nor excess of stress,
Because of that obstructing thing called ‘I’.
Grant me, O Lord, a sense of good humour,
Allow me the grace to be able to take a joke,
To discover in life a bit of joy,
And to be able to share it with others.
Amen.
NEWSLETTER ADS
Childminder available Blessington Areas Call 087 6769863
The Office Shop Blessington
It’s never too early to get organised for going back to school.
Great value in packs of A4 Hardback & Softback Copies, Pencil Cases, School Bags and Lunch Boxes/Bottles but only while stocks last
Fantastic value on all Stationary Packs for St. Marys Junior & Senior Schools we are keeping our prices at 2019 rates
We are happy to help with stationary requirements for all other schools in the area please drop into the shop or call 045 865 878
Cleggs Locksmith Service
Handles – Cylinders – Multi-Point Strips – Letter Boxes. Sallin’s Road, Naas. Shop: 045 876 702 Mobile: 087 232 3663
www.cleggslocksmiths.ie
Paying too much to SKY or UPC? We install & Repair Free to Air and Saorview!! No more bills!! Call Billy: 086 868 0053
Noel Nolan Blessington Heating & Plumbing Service. www.blessingtonheatingandplumbing.ie Call Noel: 087 243 1499 or email nolannoel2@gmail.com
German Autoworks. Service Specialist VW/Audi, Mercedes, Skoda, Seat, Opel. Call 087 286 3997 www.germanautoworks.ie
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
HEADSTONES – McEvoy Monumental Works, Blessington. Headstones, Inscriptions, Renovations. Serving the people of Blessington for over 40 years.Call to our workshop at Millbank Blessingtonor phone: Mick 045 865 487 or 086 843 8832 or Gary 087 933 3487
www.mcevoymonumentalworks.com
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
Time to get your Ride-On/Lawnmowers serviced or treat yourself to a new Mower. For full backup service and professional advice Philip Jones 087 6638788. Visit our website
www.jonespowertools.ie
Gardening. For Summer Tidying, Hedge Clipping, Lawn Care, Beds overhauled Phone Mark 085 133 7714
BLINDS. Roller, Vertical and Venetian. For all your requirements home or office Contact Seamus 087 4060 434 Email: seamusjban@outlook.com
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
“THANK YOU”
to those who are supporting the parish through standing orders and the Neighbourhood Envelope Collection.
We now have a DONATE button on our website for those who would like to contribute to
Blessington, Crosschapel, Manor Kilbride, Valleymount/Lacken
or directly to the Archdiocese.
It is a quick and secure way to contribute to the parish.
If you experience any difficulties,
please phone the parish office 045 865 327
for assistance
https://blessingtonparish.ie/