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Issue 1416 August 21st 2022
Mass intentions this week
Betty Corrigan (RD) Ballymore Eustace, Margaret McGreevy (nee Halligan)(RD)
Saturday 6pm: Maureen Doyle (1st A)
Sunday 10am: Johnny Browne (A), John O’Leary (RD)
We also Remember: Larry, Mary & Matthew Lennon (A) Michael & Ann Mary Norton (Rem)
Monday: Mass offered for the Sick & those in Hospital
Tuesday: 40th Wedding Anniversary (Frank & Ann Hanlon) Maureen Doyle (1st)
Wednesday: Patrick & Gretta Reidy (A), Bernadette Granger (RD), Jean Henry (RD)
Thursday: Cora Stoodley (A), Bill Duncan (A), Pauline Butler (A), All on the Blessington Deceased Mass Card List
Friday: (Mary Tully Months Mind), Thanksgiving Mass, Michael Byrne (Birthday Rem)
Mass Times this week
Saturday 20th August: Blessington: 6pm, Lacken: 7.30pm
Sunday 21st August: Blessington: 10am, Manor Kilbride: 11am, Valleymount: 11.15am, Crosschapel: 11.30am.
Tuesday 23rd August: Holy Hour & Adoration 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady.
St Mary’s Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto. Numbers drawn on 11th August: 6, 7, 15, 30. Weekly €25 Winner: Aine Moran. Next Jackpot is €1575
On Saturday 20th August at 3pm we are holding an Ecumenical Prayer Service at St Columcille’s Church & Graveyard, Rathmore to remember all those who are buried there, their families & friends. There will be light Refreshments afterwards. We will also be displaying any of the information we have discovered about the people buried in the graveyard & the rich history attached to the Church and Graveyard. All are welcome.
Bric-a-Brac Sale on Sunday 21st August – 10.30am to 12.30pm in the Stables behind Valleymount Church.New & almost new items for sale by donation towards improvements to Valleymount & Lacken Churches.
Summer Dues Envelopes are now available in all our Churches to support the priests of the Diocese. You can take one as you visit the Church during the summer months and return to the Parish Office or to the collection boxes in the Church.
Blessington & District Day Care – THE WELCOME PROJECT. We invite you to join with the Blessington & District Day Care in spreading our wings, embracing our community & joining together to extend our services to the older members of our Community. 6 WEEK FREE COURSE at The Coimin Centre Blessington on Fridays from 10am to 1pm September 23rd & 30th October 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th To kick things off, we ask you to join us in September for CHANGING GEARS with Age & Opportunity
Valerie Hamilton at 045 865 412, Michael McLoughlin at 087 226 3717 & Bride Gleeson at 045 867 103. The Closing Date is 28th August if you are interested, please contact us as soon as possible as places are limited.
Blessington Bowls Club resume on Thursday 25th August in St. Kevin’s Hall, Blessington. Guests are most welcome, why not come along and bring a friend.
Blessington Car Boot Sale St. Kevin’s Hall on Sunday 28th August 7am to 4pm Tea/Coffee. Indoor & Outdoor Spaces. Free Parking. Toilets. Tables €10. Bargains Galore! Pat Conlan: 086 075 2072
Anam Cara South Dublin is holding its monthly Parent Evening for bereaved parents on Monday 12th September at 7:15pm in the Maldron Hotel, Tallaght. This event is free and open to all bereaved parents regardless of the age your child died, the circumstances of their death, or whether their death was recent or not.
Blessington Parish Office is open from 9am to 1pm, Monday to Friday. Mass Cards & Gift Items available. Bookings for Mass Intentions. Newsletter Items. Call: 045 865 327 or Email: office@blessington.info
FUEL STAMPS are a great way to help budget for your fuel costs. Start saving now towards your fuel bills during the winter months. The Stay Warm Saving Scheme is an easy payment option plan which enables households to budget for their central heating oil & or solid fuel by saving €5 Stay Warm Saving Stamps on the savings card & using the stamps to pay (in full or part payment) for fuel supplies. The Scheme is open to all households in the Blessington area and full details are available on the card. This initiative is in association with the Department of Communications Energy & Natural Resources. The €5 Stay Warm Saving Stamps & Savings Card are only available from Hennessy’s Hardware and SVP Shop.
Blessington Chess Club Improve your memory & Concentration. Learn Chess. Blessington Academy Starting Summer 2022, www.facebook.com/chessacademy2022 For All Ages & Levels. Info Email: blessingtonchess@gmail.com
Further Education & Training Centre Blessington – Courses starting September 2022. Office Skills, EBusiness, Tourism, Childcare, Healthcare, Horticulture, Employment Skills, SNA Learn new skills or brush up on old skills. Please contact Irene Hayden 086 806 1569 or Karen Townsend 086 850 3833 for more details.
West Wicklow Cancer Support August Monthly Drop in Evening, Thursday 25th August 7.30pm – 9pm Coimin Centre, Blessington. Our group will be holding a Pebble Art session hosted by Cathy McCarthy. This promises to be a fun and creative evening and you’ll take home a little craft creation you’ve made yourself! All Welcome, No charge do come along and bring a friend. Please contact us on 087 434 6004 or westwicklow15@gmail.com
New Weight Loss Programme Starting September in the Avon for more info contact Fiona 087 125 7152 fionaoconnor70@gmail.com
Local Dog Walker/Pet Minder/Cleaner Available. Contact Fionnuala 087 054 8123
Free Mattress Collection Sat 27th August 2.30pm – 5pm. Hazardous Waste Collection Sat 10th Sept 2.30pm – 5pm Rampere Recycling Centre Baltinglass, W91PK06 HOUSEHOLD WASTE ONLY
Blessington GAA are excited to announce our 24-hour Walkathon, happening on August 27th from 10am & finishing 24 hours later! This is the biggest fundraiser the club has had in three years & we appreciate everyone’s effort & support. All monies raised will go towards the development of the club, its’ grounds, teams & charities. Huge thanks to our main event sponsor Renault Ireland, giving 1 family & 1 team who raise the most funds €500 each for the charity of their choice. Our All-Star members will close out the walkathon setting off at 10am on Sunday morning, all welcome to join in & support them in the final laps. Follow us on social media for all the latest updates Raising Funds for your club & charities. 45 Teams | Family Fun & Games | Prizes
KARE Community Employment Programme Support Workers required for 19.5 hours per week. KARE, BLESSINGTON, Co. Wicklow. No experience necessary. Accredited training will be provided – Funded by DSP. Applicants must be over 21 & in receipt of a qualifying Irish social welfare payment for one year or more. Please contact your local DEASP/Intreo office to check your eligibility. Informal enquiries to Elaine 045 448 700. Give me a call!! Or email me at elaine.nolan@kare.ie
St Vincent de Paul Blessington, local number 087 181 1579
Guitar Lessons. Private Tuition. Contact Greg: 086 275 2005
House Assistant required Paid position. We are coming from the United States to visit Ireland and will be renting a holiday home in the Blessington area for the month of September. We need help for the month with weekly grocery shopping, occasional dinner preparation, some cooking and clean up after dinner. Please contact Kate at kp.mackay@hotmail.com
Community Employment Job: Building Caretaker: St Kevin’s Community Centre. Job Reference: 2235231. 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 keyholding, setting up rooms for meetings etc. Adhere to health and safety. Hall duties. Closing date: 23/08/2022. 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 this position. *
Community Employment Job: Building Caretaker: Hollywood Community Centre. Job Reference: 2235257. 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 keyholding, setting up rooms for meetings etc. Adhere to health and safety. Flexible hours required due to the nature of the role to include after hours. Report to reception & or assigned committee member. Closing date: 23/08/2022. 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 this position. *
Method Physio are starting 2 new classes at the end of August/Beginning of September…. Aqua Fit and Bone Health Classes. Aqua Fit will take place at the Pop-Up Pool coming to Blessington & is suitable for adults of all ages & fitness levels. Classes starting in the week beginning 12th September. Bone Health classes are suitable for those with Osteoporosis /Osteopenia or those looking to improve bone health. Classes commence On 22nd of August at All In Fitness Gym. All classes must be booked on our website at www.methodphysiotherapy.ie and go on sale the 14th August. Any queries or difficulty booking contact us on 045 857 444
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
Happy Days School of Performing Arts! Established in Blessington for over 27 years. Saturday Classes 10am to 12noon in Tramway Theatre, Blessington! Give Your Child the Confident Edge! Classes in: Speech and Drama, Dancing, Musical Theatre & Singing! + Optional Exams with the Leinster School of Music and Drama etc. Give your child a competitive edge and improve their communication skills in a fun filled atmosphere! For further information visit www.happydaysdrama.ie Or email: happydaysdrama@gmail.com or call / text Grainne 087 679 5470
VALLEYMOUNT COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL LTD. Looking for an Early Years Educator, Monday to Friday, 20 hours per week, starting Thurs 1st Sept. Minimum Fetac Level 5/6 or equivalent required. Apply with CV and cover letter to preschoolpayroll@gmail.com Closing date Friday 19th Aug at 5pm. Please don’t hesitate to contact us by email with any queries.
U – STORE – IT – HOLLYWOOD – Convenient Storage Units to Rent. Individual Lockups. CCTV on All Units. 15 X 10 and 25 X 15. Suitable for Furniture etc Call: 087 356 7601
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 1415 August 14th 2022
Mass intentions this week
Kathleen McKenna (RD) Glasgow, (Late of Ballyknockan)
Saturday 6pm: Una Connolly (RD), David Naughton (RD), Olwyn & Frank Langan (A), Millicent Jones (A)
Sunday 10am: Myles Wilson (1st A), Mary Ann Flanagan (A), Peter Finnegan (A)
We also Remember: Mr & Mrs Clarke
Monday: Mass offered for the Sick & those in Hospital
Tuesday: Thinking of You Mass Intentions, Special Intentions Mass
Wednesday: Christy Dempsey (A), Sheila Roche (A)
Thursday: Tom Phelan (RD), Jim Balfe (RD)
Friday: Special Intentions Mass, Special Intentions Mass
Mass Times this week
Saturday 13th August: Blessington: 6pm, Lacken: 7.30pm
Sunday 14th August: Blessington: 10am, Manor Kilbride: 11am, Valleymount: 11.15am, Crosschapel: 11.30am.
Monday 15th August The Feast of the Assumption
Mass times: Blessington: 10am, Manor Kilbride: 11am, Valleymount: 11.15am, Crosschapel: 11.30am.
Blessington Parish Office will be closed for the Holy Day, 15th August
Tuesday 16th August: Holy Hour & Adoration 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady.
On Saturday 20th August at 3pm we are holding an Ecumenical Prayer Service at St Columcille’s Church & Graveyard, Rathmore to remember all those who are buried there, their families & friends. There will be light Refreshments afterwards. We will also be displaying any of the information we have discovered about the people buried in the graveyard & the rich history attached to the Church and Graveyard. All are welcome.
Bric-a-Brac Sale on Sunday 21st August – 10.30am to 12.30pm in the Stables behind Valleymount Church.New & almost new items for sale by donation towards improvements to Valleymount & Lacken Churches.
St Mary’s Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto. Numbers drawn on 4th August: 3, 9, 20, 26. Weekly €25 Winner: Rose-Marie Nugent. Next Jackpot is €1550
Summer Dues Envelopes are now available in all our Churches to support the priests of the Diocese. You can take one as you visit the Church during the summer months and return to the Parish Office or to the collection boxes in the Church.
Blessington Bowls Club resume on Thursday 25th August in St. Kevin’s Hall, Blessington. Guests are most welcome, why not come along and bring a friend.
Blessington Car Boot Sale St. Kevin’s Hall on Sunday 28th August 7am to 4pm Tea/Coffee. Indoor & Outdoor Spaces. Free Parking. Toilets. Tables €10. Bargains Galore! Pat Conlan: 086 075 2072
Anam Cara South Dublin is holding its monthly Parent Evening for bereaved parents on Monday 12th September at 7:15pm in the Maldron Hotel, Tallaght. This event is free and open to all bereaved parents regardless of the age your child died, the circumstances of their death, or whether their death was recent or not.
Blessington Parish Office is open from 9am to 1pm, Monday to Friday. Mass Cards & Gift Items available. Bookings for Mass Intentions. Newsletter Items. Call: 045 865 327 or Email: office@blessington.info
FUEL STAMPS are a great way to help budget for your fuel costs. Start saving now towards your fuel bills during the winter months. The Stay Warm Saving Scheme is an easy payment option plan which enables households to budget for their central heating oil & or solid fuel by saving €5 Stay Warm Saving Stamps on the savings card & using the stamps to pay (in full or part payment) for fuel supplies. The Scheme is open to all households in the Blessington area and full details are available on the card. This initiative is in association with the Department of Communications Energy & Natural Resources. The €5 Stay Warm Saving Stamps & Savings Card are only available from Hennessy’s Hardware and SVP Shop.
Blessington Chess Club Improve your memory & Concentration. Learn Chess. Blessington Academy Starting Summer 2022, www.facebook.com/chessacademy2022 For All Ages & Levels. Info Email: blessingtonchess@gmail.com
The Summer Stars Reading Programme is kicking off this week & Running until 31st August in Blessington Library. All children who sign-up receive a free library bag & reading card to track their reading progress. At the end of the summer, there’s an award ceremony, certificate & medal for all participants. There are lots of events planned too!
Show kindness to unkind people. Forgive people who don’t deserve it. Love unconditionally. Your actions always reflect who you are.
St Vincent de Paul Blessington, local number 087 181 1579
Guitar Lessons. Private Tuition. Contact Greg: 086 275 2005
Carer Wanted For 2 hours on Saturdays and Sundays through an agency. Blessington area. Contact Deirdre: 087 905 2733
Cleaner Needed once a week for a 4-bed house in Blessington Orchard, please contact 087 412 0500
House Assistant required Paid position. We are coming from the United States to visit Ireland and will be renting a holiday home in the Blessington area for the month of September. We need help for the month with weekly grocery shopping, occasional dinner preparation, some cooking and clean up after dinner. Please contact Kate at kp.mackay@hotmail.com
Community Employment Job: Building Caretaker: St Kevin’s Community Centre. Job Reference: 2235231. 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 keyholding, setting up rooms for meetings etc. Adhere to health and safety. Hall duties. Closing date: 23/08/2022. 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 this position. *
Community Employment Job: Building Caretaker: Hollywood Community Centre. Job Reference: 2235257. 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 keyholding, setting up rooms for meetings etc. Adhere to health and safety. Flexible hours required due to the nature of the role to include after hours. Report to reception & or assigned committee member. Closing date: 23/08/2022. 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 this position. *
Treatment Room/Office Space available to rent at Method Physio. Contact aoife@methodphysiotherapy.ie for more information.
Method Physio are starting 2 new classes at the end of August/Beginning of September…. Aqua Fit and Bone Health Classes. Aqua Fit will take place at the Pop-Up Pool coming to Blessington & is suitable for adults of all ages & fitness levels. Classes starting in the week beginning 12th September. Bone Health classes are suitable for those with Osteoporosis /Osteopenia or those looking to improve bone health. Classes commence On 22nd of August at All In Fitness Gym. All classes must be booked on our website at www.methodphysiotherapy.ie and go on sale the 14th August. Any queries or difficulty booking contact us on 045 857 444
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
Happy Days School of Performing Arts! Established in Blessington for over 27 years. Saturday Classes 10am to 12noon in Tramway Theatre, Blessington! Give Your Child the Confident Edge! Classes in: Speech and Drama, Dancing, Musical Theatre & Singing! + Optional Exams with the Leinster School of Music and Drama etc. Give your child a competitive edge and improve their communication skills in a fun filled atmosphere! For further information visit www.happydaysdrama.ie Or email: happydaysdrama@gmail.com or call / text Grainne 087 679 5470
VALLEYMOUNT COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL LTD. Looking for an Early Years Educator, Monday to Friday, 20 hours per week, starting Thurs 1st Sept. Minimum Fetac Level 5/6 or equivalent required. Apply with CV and cover letter to preschoolpayroll@gmail.com Closing date Friday 19th Aug at 5pm. Please don’t hesitate to contact us by email with any queries.
U – STORE – IT – HOLLYWOOD – Convenient Storage Units to Rent. Individual Lockups. CCTV on All Units. 15 X 10 and 25 X 15. Suitable for Furniture etc Call: 087 356 7601
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)
SEETHRU Solution – Your local trustworthy cleaning service for: Windows, Gutters, Fascia, Pressure Washing, Softwash, Carpet & Upholstery. Greg: 085 858 1850
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 1414 August 7th 2022
Mass intentions this week
Conrad Famulaga (RD) Philippines, Mary Nugent (RD) Tallaght & Valleymount
Saturday 6pm: Willie Sargent (A), Peter Cummins (A)
Sunday 10am: Tom McGreal Snr (A), Danny Horgan (A), Alex McDonnell (RD), Michael Conway (A)
We also Remember: Mary & John Crickley, Frank O’Neill, Julia Fitzgerald, Peg Clarke (A)
Monday: Mass offered for the Sick & those in Hospital
Tuesday: Special Living Intentions, Get Well Intentions
Wednesday: Special Living Intentions, Get Well Intentions
Thursday: Mary Tully (RD), Scott Theriault (RD)
Friday: Birthday Intentions, Birthday Intentions
Mass Times this week
Saturday 6th August: Blessington: 6pm, Lacken: 7.30pm
Sunday 7th August: Blessington: 10am, Manor Kilbride: 11am, Valleymount: 11.15am, Crosschapel: 11.30am.
Tuesday 9th August: Holy Hour & Adoration 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady.
Baltyboys Cemetery Mass. Will take place on Sunday 28th August at 12 noon. Note: There will be no 11.15am Mass in the Church. In the event of bad weather, the Mass will be in the Church instead of at the cemetery.
July Winners in Valleymount & Lacken Private Members Draw
Molly & Kevin Byrne, Tommy & Jack Farrington, Sean Ascough, Marie Gallagher, Nuala & Seamus Kelly.
St Mary’s Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto. Numbers drawn on 4th August: 3, 9, 20, 26. Weekly €25 Winner: Rose-Marie Nugent. Next Jackpot is €1550
Summer Dues Envelopes are now available in all our Churches to support the priests of the Diocese. You can take one as you visit the Church during the summer months and return to the Parish Office or to the collection boxes in the Church.
Blessington Bowls Club resume on Thursday 25th August in St. Kevin’s Hall, Blessington. Guests are most welcome, why not come along and bring a friend.
On Saturday 20th August at 3pm we are holding an Ecumenical Prayer Service at St Columcille’s Church & Graveyard, Rathmore to remember all those who are buried there, their families & friends. There will be light Refreshments afterwards. We will also be displaying any of the information we have discovered about the people buried in the graveyard & the rich history attached to the Church and Graveyard. All are welcome.
Anam Cara South Dublin is holding its monthly Parent Evening for bereaved parents on Monday 12th September at 7:15pm in the Maldron Hotel, Tallaght. This event is free and open to all bereaved parents regardless of the age your child died, the circumstances of their death, or whether their death was recent or not.
YOUTH 2000 Summer Festival 2022. Join over 1000 young people between 16 & 35 this August at the Youth 2000 Summer Festival. The festival takes place in Clongowes Wood College, Clane, Co Kildare from Thursday 11th August to Sunday 14th August. If you want to come, you will need to book online. Also, you may want to book a place on a free bus, details to follow. For all frequently asked questions, online booking links and free bus information click the links below. For any other queries, please contact the National Office at office@youth2000.ie or 01 675 3690.
LEGION OF MARY CENTENARY CONCERT. To mark the 100th year anniversary of the Legion of Mary, a concert will take place in the historical surroundings of St Patrick’s Cathedral, Dublin, on Saturday 3rd September. Special guests include award winning soprano Celine Byrne, the Dublin Concert Band, Lorraine Mathews. Book at Eventbrite. Tickets €30 (premium – seating in reserved area) and €20 (general admission).
Blessington Parish Office is open from 9am to 1pm, Monday to Friday. Mass Cards & Gift Items available. Bookings for Mass Intentions. Newsletter Items. Call: 045 865 327 or Email: office@blessington.info
FIGHTING WORDS – Two free, fun-filled, creative writing workshops are taking place in Blessington Library on Saturday 6th August. 10am to 12 noon: 7 to 9 years. 1pm to 4pm: 10 to 12 years
DESIGN YOUR OWN SUPERHERO with Alan Nolan. Join author & illustrator Alan Nolan as you learn how to draw a super-powered animal & design your very own superhero. Thursday 11th August at 11amCall or email to book your spot 045 891 740 @wicklowcoco.ie
FUEL STAMPS are a great way to help budget for your fuel costs. Start saving now towards your fuel bills during the winter months. The Stay Warm Saving Scheme is an easy payment option plan which enables households to budget for their central heating oil & or solid fuel by saving €5 Stay Warm Saving Stamps on the savings card & using the stamps to pay (in full or part payment) for fuel supplies. The Scheme is open to all households in the Blessington area and full details are available on the card. This initiative is in association with the Department of Communications Energy & Natural Resources. The €5 Stay Warm Saving Stamps & Savings Card are only available from Hennessy’s Hardware and SVP Shop.
Blessington Chess Club Improve your memory & Concentration. Learn Chess. Blessington Academy Starting Summer 2022, www.facebook.com/chessacademy2022 For All Ages & Levels. Info Email: blessingtonchess@gmail.com
The Summer Stars Reading Programme is kicking off this week & Running until 31st August in Blessington Library. All children who sign-up receive a free library bag & reading card to track their reading progress. At the end of the summer, there’s an award ceremony, certificate & medal for all participants. There are lots of events planned too!
St Vincent de Paul Blessington, local number 087 181 1579
Guitar Lessons. Private Tuition. Contact Greg: 086 275 2005
VALLEYMOUNT COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL LTD. Looking for an Early Years Educator, Monday to Friday, 20 hours per week, starting Thurs 1st Sept. Minimum Fetac Level 5/6 or equivalent required. Apply with CV and cover letter to preschoolpayroll@gmail.com Closing date Friday 19th Aug at 5pm. Please don’t hesitate to contact us by email with any queries.
FOR SALE 5 Bed Home, including Garden Apartment and Bespoke Office. ‘Orchard View’, Kilteel, Naas, Co Kildare. W91 XRF9. €695,000. Doyle: Tel. 086 088 1806 Email: elizabethdoyle.ed@gmail.com
U – STORE – IT – HOLLYWOOD – Convenient Storage Units to Rent. Individual Lockups. CCTV on All Units. 15 X 10 and 25 X 15. Suitable for Furniture etc Call: 087 356 7601
Calling Lifeguards, Swimming Teachers & Assistant Swimming Teachers, Community Pool for West Wicklow & Swim Ireland need YOU! Swim Ireland launched the Pop-Up Pool initiative in May 2022 & are now recruiting for staff for Blessington. Part Time & Full-Time Positions Available. National Pool Lifeguard Qualification, Level 1 Assistant or Level 2 Swimming Teacher qualification or equivalent required (If you don’t currently hold these qualifications or are awaiting a practical – please get in touch as Swim Ireland can support with training in these locations in the run up to the start of the programme!) Please send a CV or email queries to popuppool@swimireland.ie Please share this for those who wish to take a step on the ladder in the Leisure Industry! https://www.swimireland.ie/news/vacancy-swimming-teachers-and-lifeguards-for-swim-ireland-pop-up-pool?fbclid=IwAR0OQFyQbLTxzOJZ_xHybfT9gGZOYfByunKZXmodCcfQ0IUxJ9mwSoPId10 Check out the pool!! https://twitter.com/rtenews/status/1523724035862970368?s=12
Available for dog walking or cat feeding while you’re away on holidays or working from home call 087 446 1082.
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)
SEETHRU Solution – Your local trustworthy cleaning service for: Windows, Gutters, Fascia, Pressure Washing, Softwash, Carpet & Upholstery. Greg: 085 858 1850
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 1413 July 31st 2022
Mass intentions this week
Mary Tully (RD) Blessington
Saturday 6pm: Alex McDonnell (Months Mind), Frank O’Neill (A), Charlie & Molly Keogh (A)
Sunday 10am: Simon Hopkins (A), Rebecca Hopkins (Rem), Maisie Hopkins (Rem), Peter McNabb (2nd A)
We also Remember
Monday: Mass offered for the Sick & those in Hospital
Tuesday: Cathy Fisher (RD), Joe Hearns (RD)
Wednesday: Get Well Intentions, Special Intentions
Thursday: Roger, Phyllis & Tom Farrell (A) Rem. Dec. Mem. of the Kelly, Farrell, Moran & Miller Families.
Friday: First Friday of the Month, Masses will be offered for all on the November Altar List of the Dead
Mass Times this week
Saturday 30th July: Blessington: 6pm, Lacken: 7.30pm
Sunday 31st July: Blessington: 10am, Manor Kilbride: 11am, Valleymount: 11.15am, Crosschapel: 11.30am.
Monday 1st Aug: Bank Holiday Mass will be at 10am in Church of Our Lady, Blessington
Tuesday 2nd August: Holy Hour & Adoration 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady.
Friday 5th August: First Friday of the Month, Masses will be offered for all on the November Altar List of the Dead
Pope’s Intentions for August: We pray for small & medium sized businesses; in the midst of economic and social crisis, may they find ways to continue operating, & serving their communities
St Mary’s Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto. Numbers drawn on 28th July: 9, 20, 23, 25. Weekly €25 Winner: Nicola Kane. Next Jackpot is €1500
Summer Dues Envelopes are now available in all our Churches to support the priests of the Diocese. You can take one as you visit the Church during the summer months and return to the Parish Office or to the collection boxes in the Church.
Blessington Parish Office is open from 9am to 1pm, Monday to Friday. Mass Cards & Gift Items available. Bookings for Mass Intentions. Newsletter Items. Call: 045 865 327 or Email: office@blessington.info
Deirdre Keogh would like to thank everyone who sponsored her in the Women’s Mini – Marathon. A total of €5,300 was raised for local charities!
PATHWAYS: EXPLORING FAITH AND MINISTRY. Application is now open for the next intake of participants for Pathways. The programme, run by the Dublin Archdiocese, begins this year on Thursday, September 29th in DCU St Patrick’s Campus. Places are limited so early application is advisable Pathways is a two-year, one evening a week course, for adults of all ages who wish to explore their faith. It runs from late September to May each year, with breaks for Christmas, Easter and mid-terms. There are no exams and no written work. The only requirement is an openness to listening to others and to participate. The cost is €400 per year which may be paid in instalments throughout the year. For more information visit www.missionministry.ie or contact Pathways director Eileen Houlahan, CHF, PhD, at 01 808 7594 or pathways@dublindiocese.ie
World Youth Day – Lisbon 2023. Parishes & Individuals are now invited to register their interest in either attending WYD Lisbon or organising a parish group to participate. Over the past year many parishes & people have noted in submissions for the Task Force & also preparatory meetings on Synod the importance of reaching out to younger people. World Youth Day will take place from 1st to 6th in August Lisbon 2023. Package options and costs are still being determined and the registration system will open in September. At present it is intended to have the option for teenagers aged 16-18 to participate as well as those aged 18-29. The Archdiocese of Dublin has a great tradition in participation at World Youth Day. This is a great opportunity to reach out to young people & connect them to young people in many parishes that will participate at WYD.
FIGHTING WORDS – Two free, fun-filled, creative writing workshops are taking place in Blessington Library on Saturday 6th August. 10am to 12 noon: 7 to 9 years. 1pm to 4pm: 10 to 12 years
DESIGN YOUR OWN SUPERHERO with Alan Nolan. Join author & illustrator Alan Nolan as you learn how to draw a super-powered animal & design your very own superhero. Thursday 11th August at 11amCall or email to book your spot 045 891 740 @wicklowcoco.ie
FUEL STAMPS are a great way to help budget for your fuel costs. Start saving now towards your fuel bills during the winter months. The Stay Warm Saving Scheme is an easy payment option plan which enables households to budget for their central heating oil & or solid fuel by saving €5 Stay Warm Saving Stamps on the savings card & using the stamps to pay (in full or part payment) for fuel supplies. The Scheme is open to all households in the Blessington area and full details are available on the card. This initiative is in association with the Department of Communications Energy & Natural Resources. The €5 Stay Warm Saving Stamps & Savings Card are only available from Hennessy’s Hardware and SVP Shop.
Blessington Chess Club Improve your memory & Concentration. Learn Chess. Blessington Academy Starting Summer 2022, www.facebook.com/chessacademy2022 For All Ages & Levels. Info Email: blessingtonchess@gmail.com
The Summer Stars Reading Programme is kicking off this week & Running until 31st August in Blessington Library. All children who sign-up receive a free library bag & reading card to track their reading progress. At the end of the summer, there’s an award ceremony, certificate & medal for all participants. There are lots of events planned too!
Blessington AFC – The club are looking for players for the new season 22/23 for the following age groups. If interested, please contact the coaches listed below for the relevant age groups: U10 Boys Team (born 2013) Contact Keith 085 211 8319 U10 Girls Team (born 2013) Contact Marie 087 7525877 U13D Team (born 2010) Contact Mick 087 8341371 U13A Team (born 2010) Contact Ross 087 251 0084 U14 Team (born 2009) Contact Cathal 087 2356045 U15 Team (born 2008) Contact Ken 083 870 1926 U16A Team (born 2007) Contact Lar 087 2653519 U16B Team (born 2007) Contact Sean 086 1629756 U17 Team (born 2006) Contact Paul 087 6706236 U18 Team (born 2005) Contact Stephen 086 606 0677 Senior Saturday Team Contact Len 086 4066894
St Vincent de Paul Blessington, local number 087 181 1579
Baby Walker FREE to take away 087 362 6706
U – STORE – IT – HOLLYWOOD – Convenient Storage Units to Rent. Individual Lockups. CCTV on All Units. 15 X 10 and 25 X 15. Suitable for Furniture etc Call: 087 356 7601
Calling Lifeguards, Swimming Teachers & Assistant Swimming Teachers, Community Pool for West Wicklow & Swim Ireland need YOU! Swim Ireland launched the Pop-Up Pool initiative in May 2022 & are now recruiting for staff for Blessington. Part Time & Full-Time Positions Available. National Pool Lifeguard Qualification, Level 1 Assistant or Level 2 Swimming Teacher qualification or equivalent required (If you don’t currently hold these qualifications or are awaiting a practical – please get in touch as Swim Ireland can support with training in these locations in the run up to the start of the programme!) Please send a CV or email queries to popuppool@swimireland.ie Please share this for those who wish to take a step on the ladder in the Leisure Industry! https://www.swimireland.ie/news/vacancy-swimming-teachers-and-lifeguards-for-swim-ireland-pop-up-pool?fbclid=IwAR0OQFyQbLTxzOJZ_xHybfT9gGZOYfByunKZXmodCcfQ0IUxJ9mwSoPId10 Check out the pool!! https://twitter.com/rtenews/status/1523724035862970368?s=12
The Office Shop Blessington Now have the full range of Back-To-School Stationery at reasonable prices. Special offers on some school bags and pencil cases. Stationery Packs for St. Mary’s Junior & Senior Schools already made up. We can make up packs for all schools in the area. Feel free to drop in your list or email to statbos@gmail.com
Available for dog walking or cat feeding while you’re away on holidays or working from home call 087 446 1082.
Job Vacancy R&H have vacancies for full time general operatives. Please email your CV to Sharon for further information s.casey@rh-lenses.com
FOR SALE – Leafy, 5 Bed Home, including Garden Apartment and Bespoke Office. ‘Orchard View’, Kilteel, Naas, Co Kildare. W91 XRF9. €695,000 Tel: 01 2478851 Sales@LRE.ie www.LRE.ie
Interior Designs by Elizabeth Creative, Unique, Personal. Please phone: 086 088 1806. Email: elizabethdoyle.ed@gmail.com
Very nice Self-Contained Private Office to let at Aran Centre from 1st July. €115 per week all-in. Tel. 087 8175227.
Gardening – For Hedge clipping, Beds overhauled, Strimming, etc Phone Mark 085 133 7714 (Greenleaf Garden Care)
SEETHRU Solution – Your local trustworthy cleaning service for: Windows, Gutters, Fascia, Pressure Washing, Softwash, Carpet & Upholstery. Greg: 085 858 1850
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