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Issue 1411 July 17th 2022
Mass intentions this week
Mary Crotty (née McGillycuddy) (RD) Manor Kilbride
Saturday 6pm: John & Mary Ann Gallagher (A), Ann Mellin (A), Peggy Cryan (Rem)
Sunday 10am: Maureen Johnston (Months Mind), Brian Kane (1st A), Sean O’Brien (Birthday Rem), Bob Curtin (A), Mary Creighton (A), Alan Clarke (A)
We also Remember: Patrick Cullen, Kay Lennon, John Nolan, Michael Lennon, John & Nora Moran
Monday: Mass offered for the Sick & those in Hospital
Tuesday: Birthday Mass, Intentions Mass
Wednesday: Jennifer Craig (RD), Patsy Scannell (RD)
Thursday: Intentions Mass, Thinking of you Mass Intentions
Friday: Special Intentions, Thanksgiving Mass
Mass Times this week: Saturday 16th July: Blessington: 6pm, Lacken 7.30pm
Saturday 16th July: Feast Day of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Lacken Church was dedicated to Our Lady of Mount Carmel in 1882 by Carmelite Priest Fr Edward Rowan. The Novena Prayers will be said in Lacken on Sat at 7.30pm Mass
Sunday 17th July: Blessington: 10am, Manor Kilbride: 11am, Valleymount: 11.15am, Crosschapel: 11.30am.
Tuesday 19th July: Holy Hour & Adoration 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady.
The family of the late Brian Kane, Blessington Abbey, would like to express their sincere & heartfelt thanks to our relatives, friends & neighbours for their expressions of sympathy & many gestures of support & kindness shown to us during Brian’s illness & following our sad loss on the 17th of July last. We wish to thank our family, friends, neighbours & well-wishers who attended the wake, funeral Mass & burial at Burgage Cemetery. For those who sent cards & messages of condolences as well as those who made charitable donations, we are truly grateful. We wish to extend a special word of thanks to the doctors & nurses of the Oncology Unit of St. James Hospital & Naas Hospital for the care shown to Brian during his illness. We also wish to thank the doctors & nurses of Naas Hospital, Solas Room, for the wonderful care, kindness & respect shown to Brian and us, his family, during his final few days in their care. For all those who participated in the funeral Mass & burial, especially Fr. Richard & Deacon Gerry & for Tony & Regina Clarke for their sensitive & efficient handling of the funeral arrangements. To all those who helped in any way, your contribution made our loss more bearable. As it would be impossible to thank everyone, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deepest gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.
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.
GIFT CARD FOUND IN THE OFFICE SHOP. Earlier in the year we found a gift card in the shop. We are anxious to locate the owner. If you think it might be yours, please call into the shop.
CHILD’S “NITRO” BIKE FOUND Behind the Church. Contact the Parish Office: 045 865 327 office@blessington.info
Blessington Car Boot Sale St. Kevin’s Hall on Sunday 24th July 7am to 4pm Tea/Coffee. Indoor & Outdoor Spaces. Free Parking. Toilets. Tables €10. Bargains Galore! Pat Conlan: 086 075 2072
Social Dancing in Donard Community Hall (W91YW57) is on Saturday16th July in Donard Community Hall. Music by The Wicklow Man. Dancing: 9pm to Midnight. Donation: €10.
Peter & Liam of the Hot House Flowers play the West Wicklow House on Monday 25th July. Ticket price of €40.00 includes a two-course meal. Details 045 865 214
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
St Mary’s Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto. Numbers drawn on 14th July: 1, 2, 5, 24. Weekly €25 Winner: Fiona Duffy. Next Jackpot is €1425
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.
Grandparents Pilgrimage to Knock will take place on Sunday 24th July. For more details contact: Connie catholicgrandparents@gmail.com or 085 8704722.
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!
Clothes Collection Supporting Friends of Calcutta (CHY No: 13218) on Tuesday July 26th from 10am-1pm. All items of wearable clothing, footwear, curtains most welcome and can be left at any stage that day close to the FOC sign in Church Car Park up to end of collection at 1pm. All enquiries to Michael Hopkins 087-9073074 who will be delighted to arrange a home Collection if requested.
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
Crafternoon Tea is seeking EXPERIENCED staff to join our team. We seek both front of house staff with Barista and Cash Handling experience and an established Hospitality Manager to oversee the day to day running of the business. Please apply via CV to crafternoontea.ireland@gmail.com
2 Bed Duplex fully furnished apartment available in The Tramways. Contact 087 663 5359 to arrange viewing.
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.
Peter & Liam of the Hot House Flowers play the West Wicklow House on Monday 25th July. Ticket price of €40.00 includes a two-course meal. Details 045 865 214
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
Mick’s Mobile Auto Cleaning. Call or text for best service and rates around. Visit my page on Facebook for examples and reviews. Phone 086 371 2328.
Interior Designs by Elizabeth Creative, Unique, Personal. Please phone: 086 088 1806. Email: elizabethdoyle.ed@gmail.com
NEED YOUR GRASS CUT? Call Jack on 087 638 0632.
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
Issue 1410 July 10th 2022
Mass intentions this week
Lila Curley (RD)
Saturday 6pm: Nancy Keogh (A), Barry O’Donnell (Rem)
Sunday 10am: Colm Grogan (Months Mind), Frank Grogan (1st A), Eddie Conroy (3rd A)
We also Remember:
Monday: Mass offered for the Sick & those in Hospital
Tuesday: Thanksgiving Mass, Nancy Keogh (A)
Wednesday: Alex McDonnell (RD), Michael Corry RD)
Thursday: Birthday Mass, Thanksgiving Mass
Friday: Mary Creighton (A), Breda Williams (A), Jimmy Monaghan (RD) (Burial this morning in London. Husband of Maisie Nolan, Brother-in-law of Pete Nolan.)
The Grogan Family would like to express thanks to friends, neighbours and the community for kind wishes and support through the difficult past year, on the loss of Frank and Colm. A Mass of thanks will be said for your intentions.
Mass Times this week
Saturday 9th July: Blessington: 6pm Lacken 7.30pm
Sunday 10th July: Blessington: 10am, Manor Kilbride: 11am, Valleymount: 11.15am, Crosschapel: 11.30am.
Tuesday 12th July: Holy Hour & Adoration 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady.
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.
CHILD’S “NITRO” BIKE FOUND Behind the Church. Contact the Parish Office: 045 865 327 office@blessington.info
The Pope’s Intentions for the month of July. We pray for the elderly, who represent the roots and memory of a people; may their experience and wisdom help young people to look towards the future with hope and responsibility.
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 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
St Mary’s Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto. Numbers drawn on 7th July: 4, 10, 15, 21. Weekly €25 Winner: Christine O’Connor. Next Jackpot is €1400
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
Our next Social Dance is on Saturday 16th July in Donard Community Hall. Music by The Wicklow Man. Dancing: 9pm to Midnight Donation: €10.
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 FC are delighted to announce that we are hosting another Intersport Elverys FAI Summer Soccer School this year. Our camp will run in Crosschapel from 8th to 12th August & is for children aged 6-14. All details can be found on our Club Facebook page. Or book using the following link: https://bookings.summersoccerschools.ie/s/
A new collaborative Art Exhibition is opening on 6th July in Baltinglass. Two local Art Groups, Cruthu Art Group & The Glen Art Group have come together to present this new exhibition. All the artists taking part in this show are living & working in the locality – a vibrant art making community that is working in an innovative and authentic way. A big thank you to Eamonn Horan of Horan’s Bar & Restaurant, Main Street, Baltinglass, who are the host for the show. Thursday 7th July to Saturday 9th July from 12 noon to 7pm. The Art on display, will feature painting, mix media, photography & jewelry from ten local artists all diverse & interesting, as these artists excel when working in their own particular medium & style showing their unique talent.
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
Person Required for Housework & Ironing. One day per week. Call 045 865920
Peter & Liam of the Hot House Flowers play the West Wicklow House on Monday 25th July. Ticket price of €40.00 includes a two-course meal. Details 045 865 214
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
En-suite Bedroom to Rent 3 miles from Blessington. References Required – Call 087 930 9460
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
Mick’s Mobile Auto Cleaning. Call or text for best service and rates around. Visit my page on Facebook for examples and reviews. Phone 086 371 2328.
Interior Designs by Elizabeth Creative, Unique, Personal. Please phone: 086 088 1806. Email: elizabethdoyle.ed@gmail.com
PRO-CATHEDRAL SEEKS TO APPOINT CHOIRS MANAGER The Manager of the Pro-Cathedral Choirs has responsibility for the planning and management of both long term and day to day non music related activities, of the Choirs in consultation with the Administrator of the Pro-Cathedral and the Director of the Choirs. The job description outlines the key responsibilities for the Choir Manager. This role includes responsibilities for and support of the two choirs, the boys and men of the Palestrina Choir and St Mary’s Pro- Cathedral Girls’ Choir. Closing date July 15th https://www.procathedral.ie/2022/06/27/pro-cathedral-choirs-manager-position/
NEED YOUR GRASS CUT? Call Jack on 087 638 0632.
Very nice Self-Contained Private Office to let at Aran Centre from 1st July. €115 per week all-in. Tel. 087 8175227.
Archdiocese of Dublin Seeking to Appoint Property Asset Manager. The Archdiocese wishes to appoint an experienced Property Asset Manager to devise & deliver a comprehensive property strategy. Specifically, the Property Asset Manager will assist parishes to: Develop an asset management strategy, in collaboration with all stakeholders, to reflect emerging requirements. Develop efficient and effective property management tools to deliver appropriate support and quality service to parishes and other end users. Provide and deliver a property consolidation plan. Develop a residential model to reflect the future needs of the diocese. Manage all property related stakeholder relationships. Full details can be found at https://dublindiocese.ie/vacancies/ For all enquiries, please contact ide.finnegan@dublindiocese.ie
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 1409 July 3rd 2022
Mass intentions this week
Saturday 6pm: Michael Kennedy (3rd A), Teresa Ball (A), Dick Byrne (Birthday Rem), John Geoghegan (A), Dec Mem of Byrne & Geoghegan Families, Essie Hanlon (Birthday Rem), Larry, Mary & Matthew Lennon (A), Michael & Ann Mary Norton (Rem), John, Joseph & Josephine McNamara (A)
Sunday 10am: Elizabeth Clarke (A), Tony Doyle (A), Seamus Reid (A), Josephine Horgan (Mama Jo) (A), David & Margaret Ryall (A)
We also Remember: Sally Egan (A), John Curran (A), Ray O’Donnell (A)
Monday: Mass offered for the Sick & those in Hospital
Tuesday: Ray O’Donnell (A), Gerard O’Hanlon (A)
Wednesday: Birthday Mass, Intentions Mass
Thursday: Berry Granger (RD), Maura O’Byrne (RD)
Friday: Michael Corry (RD), Magdalena Roe (RD)
Mass Times this week:
Saturday 2nd July: Blessington: 6pm, No 6pm Mass in Lacken on 2nd July
Sunday 3rd July: Blessington: 10am, Manor Kilbride: 11am, Valleymount: 11.15am, Crosschapel: 11.30am.
Cemetery Mass in Templeboden on Sunday 3rd July at 3.00pm (No 6pm Mass in Lacken on 2nd July)
Tuesday 5th July: Holy Hour & Adoration 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady.
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.
Thank You to all who supported me in the recent mini-Marathon. Total sum raised for Kelly for future therapy in Beaumont €915. Phyllis
June Winners in Valleymount & Lacken Private Members Draw: Mary & John Fisher, Martina & Ger Traynor, Noeleen Miley, Pat Fitzpatrick (Snr), The Twins 5 Farrington
Cara Hennessy would like to thank everyone who supported her Sing Along in Hennessy’s last Saturday, a staggering €1,067. 20 was raised for Cystic Fibrosis.
Kilbride Field Day – 3rd July 2pm at Kilbride’s New Pitch (W91 A37V) The Usual Field Day Events: Pet Show, Pony Rides, Cake Sale, Games, BBQ & more www.Kilbridegaa.com Also, Sponsored Run or Walk around Manor Kilbride at 12.30 – for more details see: www.kilbridegaa.com/sponsored-walk-run / If there are any businesses would like to offer any prizes or gifts for our Field Day raffle, we would be most grateful. Donations of books, wine, gift sets etc also welcomed for the Field Day, please drop any donations down to the Dressing Rooms (Green Unit) which will be open all this week. Or contact info@kilbridegaa.com or call 086 311 3443. All proceeds raised go towards the new Community Playground & Walking Track in Kilbride.
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
St Mary’s Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto. Numbers drawn on 30th June: 2, 9, 10, 21. Weekly €25 Winner: Fiona Duffy. Next Jackpot is €1325
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
Our next Social Dance is on Saturday 16th July in Donard Community Hall. Music by The Wicklow Man. Dancing: 9pm to Midnight Donation: €10.
Association of Irish Floral Artists National Flower Festival“Another Time, Another Place* At Our Lady & St. David’s Church, Naas, St David’s Church, Naas, Naas Presbyterian Church 1st to 3rd July. Supporting The Alzheimer Society of Ireland. Festival admission €10. Raffle | Craft Table, Plant Sales | Floral Art. Variety Concert featuring Patrick Hyland in Our Lady & St David’s Church on Saturday 2nd July at 8pm Adm €12
A new collaborative Art Exhibition is opening on 6th July in Baltinglass. Two local Art Groups, Cruthu Art Group & The Glen Art Group have come together to present this new exhibition. All the artists taking part in this show are living & working in the locality – a vibrant art making community that is working in an innovative and authentic way. A big thank you to Eamonn Horan of Horan’s Bar & Restaurant, Main Street, Baltinglass, who are the host for the show. The exhibition is open on Wednesday 6th July from 6pm to 9pm. And from Thursday 7th July to Saturday 9th July from 12 noon to 7pm. The Art on display, will feature painting, mix media, photography & jewelry from ten local artists all diverse & interesting, as these artists excel when working in their own particular medium & style showing their unique talent. The opening evening for this show will include a “reading” Aisling Creegan of her new book “I am Someone”. Everyone is invited to come along and support your local artists.
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 FC are delighted to announce that we are hosting another Intersport Elverys FAI Summer Soccer School this year. Our camp will run in Crosschapel from 8th to 12th August & is for children aged 6-14. All details can be found on our Club Facebook page. Or book using the following link: https://bookings.summersoccerschools.ie/s/
Blessington Bowls Club meet every Thursday at 7.30pm in St Kevin’s Hall, Blessington. Guests are most welcome, why not come along & bring a friend.
St Vincent de Paul Blessington, local number 087 181 1579
Mick’s Mobile Auto Cleaning. Call or text for best service and rates around. Visit my page on Facebook for examples and reviews. Phone 086 371 2328.
PRO-CATHEDRAL SEEKS TO APPOINT CHOIRS MANAGER The Manager of the Pro-Cathedral Choirs has responsibility for the planning and management of both long term and day to day non music related activities, of the Choirs in consultation with the Administrator of the Pro-Cathedral and the Director of the Choirs. The job description outlines the key responsibilities for the Choir Manager. This role includes responsibilities for and support of the two choirs, the boys and men of the Palestrina Choir and St Mary’s Pro- Cathedral Girls’ Choir. Closing date July 15th https://www.procathedral.ie/2022/06/27/pro-cathedral-choirs-manager-position/
Garden Maintenance Person Wanted. Person required for ongoing garden maintenance outside Blessington. Must have experience. Please ring or text 087 627 8650
Bryko Ltd. Job Vacancies. 1 Yard Person Required. 1 Hardware Shop Assistant Required. Drop in or email CV to order@bryko.net 045 865 101
NEED YOUR GRASS CUT? Call Jack on 087 638 0632.
Very nice Self-Contained Private Office to let at Aran Centre from 1st July. €115 per week all-in. Tel. 087 8175227.
Archdiocese of Dublin Seeking to Appoint Property Asset Manager. The Archdiocese wishes to appoint an experienced Property Asset Manager to devise & deliver a comprehensive property strategy. Specifically, the Property Asset Manager will assist parishes to: Develop an asset management strategy, in collaboration with all stakeholders, to reflect emerging requirements. Develop efficient and effective property management tools to deliver appropriate support and quality service to parishes and other end users. Provide and deliver a property consolidation plan. Develop a residential model to reflect the future needs of the diocese. Manage all property related stakeholder relationships. Full details can be found at https://dublindiocese.ie/vacancies/ For all enquiries, please contact ide.finnegan@dublindiocese.ie
Gardening – For Hedge clipping, Beds overhauled, Strimming, etc Phone Mark 085 133 7714 (Greenleaf Garden Care)
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 086-3091829
Rods + Cones Opticians Blessington. Beside the GARDA station. Formerly Cullinane Opticians. Open for all your eyecare needs. FREE Eye Exam + Glasses with PRSI + Medical Card. Large selection of Designer Frames + Sunglasses. Special Offers + Discounts on 2nd Pairs. Varifocal Experts try them with our 30-Day Guarantee. Many Thanks to all our loyal customers. Call 045 891 056 for an appointment.
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 1408 June 26th 2022
Mass intentions this week:
Gerry Curran (RD) Manor Kilbride, Bridie Byrne (RD) London
Saturday 6pm: Michael & Ann Mary Norton (A), James Kavanagh (A), Larry, Mary & Matthew Lennon (Rem)
Sunday 10am: Sean O’Brien (RD), Valerie Keenen (RD)
We also Remember: Walter Shirran, Siobhan Warren, Margaret Glennon
Monday: Mass offered for the Sick & those in Hospital
Tuesday: Intentions Mass, Intentions Mass
Wednesday: Special Intentions Mass, Special Intentions Mass, Yvonne Phibbs (RD), Michael O’Donohoe (RD)
Thursday: John Geoghegan (A), Nuala Rodgers (RD)
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 25th June: Blessington: 6pm, Lacken: 7.30pm
Sunday 26th June: Blessington: 10am, Manor Kilbride: 11am, Valleymount: 11.15am, Crosschapel: 11.30am.
Tuesday 28th June: Holy Hour & Adoration 7pm to 8pm in Church of Our Lady.
Friday 1st July: First Friday of the Month, Masses will be offered for all on the November Altar List of the Dead
Fr Richard & the Parish Team would like to thank all involved in making the Corpus Christi procession in Valleymount such an enjoyable community day. It was great to be able to come together again in such numbers & God blessed us with the sunshine. Some photos of the day can be seen on our Facebook page. Again, a big thank you to the many who were involved. Fr Richard.
Thank You to all who supported me in the recent mini-Marathon. Money raised will go to Kelly, (local girl with a brain tumour) for future therapy as decided by Beaumont Hospital. Total sum raised not available yet. Phyllis
St Mary’s Schools & Blessington Parish Lotto. Numbers drawn on 23rd June: 11, 22, 24, 29. Weekly €25 Winner: Michele Lenehan. Next Jackpot is €1300
The Blessington Millennium Choir Concert on 25th June has been postponed until further notice. Apologies to all.
Cemetery Mass in Manor Kilbride: Sunday 26th June at 2.00pm and in Templeboden on Sunday 3rd July at 3.00pm (No 6pm Mass in Lacken on 2nd July
iPhone 11 Lost by the Lakes (Russelstown) last Saturday 18th July, if anyone found it, you can drop it in to the Parish Office to return to the owner. Many thanks.
Blessington Car Boot Sale in St. Kevin’s Hall on Sunday 26th June 7am to 4pm Tea/Coffee. Indoor & Outdoor Spaces. Free Parking. Toilets. Tables €10. Bargains Galore! Pat Conlan: 086 075 2072
Irish Catholic Newspaper Now Available on the bookstand at the back of the Church
Fundraising Night for Cystic Fibrosis, Cara Hennessy is holding a fundraising night of music, song & craic in Hennessy’s on Saturday 25th June. All support would be greatly appreciated.
Kilbride Field Day – 3rd July 2pm at Kilbride’s New Pitch (W91 A37V) The Usual Field Day Events: Pet Show, Pony Rides, Cake Sale, Games, BBQ & more www.Kilbridegaa.com Also, Sponsored Run or Walk around Manor Kilbride at 12.30 – for more details see: www.kilbridegaa.com/sponsored-walk-run / If there are any businesses would like to offer any prizes or gifts for our Field Day raffle, we would be most grateful. Donations of books, wine, gift sets etc also welcomed for the Field Day, please drop any donations down to the Dressing Rooms (Green Unit) which will be open all this week. Or contact info@kilbridegaa.com or call 086 311 3443. All proceeds raised go towards the new Community Playground & Walking Track in Kilbride.
The Classix in concert on 30th of June at 8pm in Naas CBS. Tickets €20 available via: www.theclassixmusic.com or call Veronica at 087 7940850 Musical director Owen C Lynch Music of the Eagles, Tom Jones & many more.
West Wicklow Cancer Support invites you to join us at our June Drop in Evening, we will be holding a Summer Solstice Soundbath Meditation hosted by Gemma Deeney. We are excited to share this unique journey with you on Thursday 30th June at 7.30pm in The Coimin Centre Blessington. No charge, free to all, do bring a cushion, blanket & a friend. For enquiries contact us on 087 4346004 or westwicklow15@gmail.com
Association of Irish Floral Artists National Flower Festival“Another Time, Another Place* At Our Lady & St. David’s Church, Naas, St David’s Church, Naas, Naas Presbyterian Church 1st to 3rd July. Supporting The Alzheimer Society of Ireland. Festival admission €10. Raffle | Craft Table, Plant Sales | Floral Art. Variety Concert featuring Patrick Hyland in Our Lady & St David’s Church on Saturday 2nd July at 8pm Adm €12
A new collaborative Art Exhibition is opening on 6th July in Baltinglass. Two local Art Groups, Cruthu Art Group & The Glen Art Group have come together to present this new exhibition. All the artists taking part in this show are living & working in the locality – a vibrant art making community that is working in an innovative and authentic way. A big thank you to Eamonn Horan of Horan’s Bar & Restaurant, Main Street, Baltinglass, who are the host for the show. The exhibition is open on Wednesday 6th July from 6pm to 9pm. And from Thursday 7th July to Saturday 9th July from 12 noon to 7pm. The Art on display, will feature painting, mix media, photography & jewellery from ten local artists all diverse & interesting, as these artists excel when working in their own particular medium & style showing their unique talent. The opening evening for this show will include a “reading” Aisling Creegan of her new book “I am Someone”. Everyone is invited to come along and support your local artists.
The Blessington AFC AGM will take place on Monday 27th June in The Coimin Centre at 8pm.
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 FC are delighted to announce that we are hosting another Intersport Elverys FAI Summer Soccer School this year. Our camp will run in Crosschapel from 8th to 12th August & is for children aged 6-14. All details can be found on our Club Facebook page. Or book using the following link: https://bookings.summersoccerschools.ie/s/
Blessington Bowls Club meet every Thursday at 7.30pm in St Kevin’s Hall, Blessington. Guests are most welcome, why not come along & bring a friend.
St Vincent de Paul Blessington, local number 087 181 1579
MACS SPORTS RECOVERY (below the lemon tree.) Professional Sports Recovery – for all levels. Relieve aches & Pains. Hot Tub, Ice Bath, Cryo Spa, Infrared Sauna, Normatec Boots, Massage Guns, Sports Massage, Athletic Therapy, Yoga, Book early to avoid disappointment, Contact Seán 086 440 5595. Team & Club rates available. Keep an eye on our Instagram for details @macs_sports_recovery
BRÍ HEALTH BAR CAFÉ is delighted to announce the recent opening of our new Health Bar & Drive Thru Café located inside of High Definition Fitness Gym (Across from ALDI). Serving you the freshest tea, coffee, pressed juices, smoothies, overnight oats, protein shakes & bars. Brí is open to the public you don’t need to be a Gym member to drop in. We are open: Monday to Friday 6am to 11:30am and 4pm to 8:30pm. Saturday & Sunday 10am to 2pm. Find us on Instagram @bri_health_bar_cafe or call on 045 865 789
Home Care Provider required in Brittas for purpose of: Dressing and Personal needs, 10-12am Monday- Friday. Weekends and afternoons 5pm-6pm are available too. Pay will depend on experience. Must be Garda vetted and references are required. Mobile: 087 679 4823 or pmvinc@yahoo.com
Garden Maintenance Person Wanted. Person required for ongoing garden maintenance outside Blessington. Must have experience. Please ring or text 087 627 8650
Wanted – Part time Job. 3 days per week. Contact – tonyandlady@gmail.com
Bryko Ltd. Job Vacancies. 1 Yard Person Required. 1 Hardware Shop Assistant Required. Drop in or email CV to order@bryko.net 045 865 101
NEED YOUR GRASS CUT? Call Jack on 087 638 0632.
Very nice Self-Contained Private Office to let at Aran Centre from 1st July. €115 per week all-in. Tel. 087 8175227.
Guitar Lessons – Private Tuition. Contact Greg: 086 275 2005
Archdiocese of Dublin Seeking to Appoint Property Asset Manager. The Archdiocese wishes to appoint an experienced Property Asset Manager to devise & deliver a comprehensive property strategy. Specifically, the Property Asset Manager will assist parishes to: Develop an asset management strategy, in collaboration with all stakeholders, to reflect emerging requirements. Develop efficient and effective property management tools to deliver appropriate support and quality service to parishes and other end users. Provide and deliver a property consolidation plan. Develop a residential model to reflect the future needs of the diocese. Manage all property related stakeholder relationships. Full details can be found at https://dublindiocese.ie/vacancies/ For all enquiries, please contact ide.finnegan@dublindiocese.ie
Gardening – For Hedge clipping, Beds overhauled, Strimming, etc Phone Mark 085 133 7714 (Greenleaf Garden Care)
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 086-3091829
Rods + Cones Opticians Blessington. Beside the GARDA station. Formerly Cullinane Opticians. Open for all your eyecare needs. FREE Eye Exam + Glasses with PRSI + Medical Card. Large selection of Designer Frames + Sunglasses. Special Offers + Discounts on 2nd Pairs. Varifocal Experts try them with our 30-Day Guarantee. Many Thanks to all our loyal customers. Call 045 891 056 for an appointment.
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