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Issue 1275 September 29th 2019
The Irish Heart Foundation will hold a Church Gate Collection this weekend 28th & 29th September
Sunday 29th September 2019
►Children’s Church resuming at 10am Mass for all children aged 5 to 10 years
►Valleymount Country Market in the Community Hall from 10am to 3pm
Monday 30th September 2019
►Holy Hour in Crosschapel every Monday after 10am Mass (ex-Bank Holidays)
►Blessington Children’s Choir practice every Monday from 2:45pm to 3.30pm in the Church. New members welcome. We are also looking for a MUSICIAN TO PLAY for the choir, if interested please call Áine 045 865 327 in the Parish Office
►Confirmation 2020 Information meeting for Parents of all children in 6th Class St Mary’s JS and 5th& 6th classes in No. 1 School & BETNS who wish to receive the sacrament of Confirmation, will take place at 7.30pm in Church of Our Lady, Blessington
►Burgage Cemetery AGM will take place at 8pm in the Coimín Centre, Blessington. All are welcome to attend.
Tuesday 1st October 2019
►Citizens Information Centre in Blessington Library from 1pm to 4pm. Legal advice service on 1st & 3rd Tues of month by appointment
►Eucharistic Adoration from 7.30pm to 8.30pm in Blessington Church.
Wednesday 2nd October 2019
►The Citizens Information Centre is open in Blessington Library today 10am to 12.30pm.
►The Rosary will be offered at 7.30pm for the intentions of our families in Blessington Church
►Christian Meditation Group meet in the Mass Centre in Brittas from 11am. All welcome
Thursday 3rd October 2019
►Hospice Coffee Morning Blessington Active Retirement Group will host a coffee morning in aid of St. Bridget’s Hospice, Kildare, in St Kevin’s Hall 9.30am to 12.30pm. Donations for the raffle may be left into the Parish office.
Friday 4th October 2019
►Bethany Bereavement Support Group are available in the Coimín Centre Blessington for caring confidential support from 10am to 11am
►1st Friday of the Month. The Masses will be offered for all those whose names are on the Altar List of the Dead. The priests will visit the sick & housebound. If you would like a visit please contact the Parish Office, 045 865 327
►1st Friday Mass in Manor Kilbride at 9am.
►1st Friday Mass in Valleymount at 11.15am
►Coffee Morning in Lacken Community Centre from 10.30am to 12.30pm
►Padre Pio Mass at 8pm in Blessington. The mitten will be available during Mass
Mass Intentions this Week
Philip Gallagher (RD) James Sargent (RD) Jimmy Gallagher (RD)
Saturday 6pm: Michael Doran (A) Helen Patton (RD)
Sunday 10am Olive Williams (1st A) Christy Williams (A) Margo Foley (RD)
We also Remember the following: Christy Brady (A) Nora Swift (1st A) Tom McGreal Jnr (A) Jimmy Keogh (A)
Monday: Mass for those on the list for Sick
Tuesday: Carol Verrecchia (10th A) Julia Duffy (A)
Wednesday: Get Well Mass, Sp Intentions
Thursday: Sean & Annie Newman (A) Joseph Kearns (RD)
Friday: Mass offered for Altar List of the Dead
Visitation of the Sick: If there are any parishioners ill, at home or in hospital who would like a visit from a priest, please contact the Parish Office to let us know and to make arrangements 045 865 327
Morning Eucharistic Adoration every Monday from 7th October after 9.30am Mass until 12 Noon in the Crying Room, Church of Our Lady, Blessington.
Blessington and District Forum will hold its AGM on Monday 14th October.
Venue & time to be confirmed.
Nominations are currently being accepted for (i) membership of the Forum and
(ii) for positions on the Forum Executive. Closing date for nominations is Friday 20th September at 5pm.
Nominations or requests for further information should be sent via email to the secretary using info@blessington.ie. Further details at www.blessington.ie
Blessington Comhaltas Classes in Bodhran, Concertina, Accordion, Whistle, Flute, Beginner Fiddle, Intermediate Fiddle, Tune Classes, Guitar Lessons, Singing Classes, Ceili Band. Classes begin on Sunday 29th Sept from 5pm in St. Mary’s SNS Info Pat 086 075 2072 or Rebecca 087 228 2012 Facebook: Blessington Comhaltas. www.blessingtoncomhaltascoislocha@gmail.com
The Cruthú Art Group ANNUAL TABLE QUIZ will take place Fri 18th Oct at 8pm in Hennessy’s Lounge. €10 per player. Max 5 per team. Always a fun night. All welcome
West Wicklow Cancer Support have a signed GAA Dublin All Ireland Champions jersey for auction! If you would like to own this splendid piece of memorabilia, call or email: 087 4346004 or westwicklow15@gmail.com
Hollywood Friendship Club every Wednesday from 2.15 to 4.15pm in Hollywood Centre New members welcome.
Hospice Coffee Day in Hollywood raised €600 for St. Brigid’s Hospice in the Curragh. If you missed being there on the day, contributions can still be made to Sheila Kelly, Teresa McCabe or Marie Tutty. Thanks to all who supported. Raffle Winners: Kevin Traynor, Eileen Burke, Lucy Mooney, Trish Kelly
Cub Scout Blessington. Is your child aged 9-11years, if they are interested in joining scouts & you would like to become a scout leader (free training provided) please contact me aoibheannmc1@yahoo.ie for more details.
Anam Cara South Dublin the organisation that supports bereaved parents, are holding a Parent Support Event on 7th October at 7:20pm in the Maldron Hotel, Whitestown Way, 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 Fencing Club are participating in a Fencing Ireland Campaign to bring fencing to the public. They will be offering free fencing on Saturday 28th September from 2pm to 4 pm in St Kevin’s Hall, Blessington. 8 – 99-year olds very welcome!! They have also started an Adult beginners’ class on Tuesday evenings from 8pm to 9pm
Wicklow Mountains National Park: Nature & St Kevin Walk, Sunday 29th September. Join National Park Guides for a gentle walk in the beautiful valley of Glendalough. We will visit some of the sites associated with St Kevin, sharing the stories about his connection with nature & discussing possible meanings behind the stories, weaving them with current conservation concerns. Meet outside Glendalough Visitor Centre (Eircode A98HC80) on Sunday 29th September at 10am. Approximately four hours including a break. Adults only. Wear footwear suitable for rough terrain & clothing suitable for wet weather. Please leave your dog at home. This event is free of charge but please be aware that the OPW Visitor Centre car park has a €4 charge for car parking. Booking is essential! Call the National Park Information Office 0404 45425 for info & booking
Come & Celebrate our Cultural Heritage
VALES AROUND CLOUGHLEA MINI FESTIVAL
Sunday 20th October in Manor Kilbride Hall from 12 noon to 2.30pm
LOCAL HISTORY LECTURE By June Blake
OLD TIME MUSIC by members of Mór Ceól & members of Kilbride & Lakeside Music
TEA, CHAT & SONGS & Raffle. All welcome. Admission free
HOSTED BY KILBRIDE & LAKESIDE MUSIC COMMITTEE & GLEN HESTE PURE MILE GROUP.
Rounders – Blessington GAA are looking at the possibility of starting Rounders teams for juvenile ages (boys & girls). It’s an official GAA sport and even has own Féile. If any parent is interested in training and attending coaching, please contact Kevin Gilmore on 0872324197.
Happy Faces Community Playgroup enrolling for Sept 2019, we offer ECCE & part time places, at Happy Faces we support & encourage young children through a planned play-based curriculum, to grow into independent little people, who have a love for life & learning call: 085 128 1605, email happyfaces@blessingtonfec.ie or Facebook
Community Education KWETB courses in Naas Further Education Centre, Jigginstown
Women’s Health and Wellbeing
how society treats women & responds to their health issues
Essential Community Education
learn how to start and facilitate groups
On Truck there is so much to explore after retirement
Facebook KWETB Community Education. To register call 045,881,863 or email communityedkildare@kwetb.ie for further details.
If they want to grow in His friendship, Jesus’ disciples must not complain & look inward. They must act and commit themselves, certain that the Lord will support and accompany them. Pope Francis
Local St Vincent de Paul 087 181 1579
Issue 1274 September 22nd 2019
The Irish Heart Foundation will hold a Church Gate Collection next weekend 28th & 29th September
Monday 23rd September 2019
►Holy Hour in Crosschapel every Monday after 10am Mass (ex-Bank Holidays)
►Blessington Children’s Choir are returning to practice every Monday from 2:45pm to 3.30pm in the Church. New members welcome. We are also looking for a MUSICIAN TO PLAY for the choir, if interested please call Áine 045 865 327 in the Parish Office
Tuesday 24th September 2019
►Citizens Information Centre in Blessington Library from 1pm to 4pm. Legal advice service on 1st & 3rd Tues of month by appointment
►Eucharistic Adoration from 7.30pm to 8.30pm in Blessington Church.
Wednesday 25th September 2019
►The Citizens Information Centre is open in Blessington Library today 10am to 12.30pm.
►The Rosary will be offered at 7.30pm for the intentions of our families in Blessington Church
►Christian Meditation Group meet in the Mass Centre in Brittas from 11am. All welcome
Thursday 26th September 2019
►The Parish Book Club will meet at 10am in Crying Room. The book for review is ‘Quest for the living God’ by Elizabeth Johnson. All welcome to attend.
►West Wicklow Cancer Support – Drop in Meeting, “Have you been touched by Cancer, Self-care & making time for you” An evening of meditation, stillness & mindfulness into everyday living to achieve greater peace of mind & freedom. Hosted by artist & therapist Margot Ussher. at 7.30pm, Coimín Centre, Blessington. No charge, all are welcome & do feel free to bring a friend. Call: 087 4346004 westwicklow15@gmail.com
Mass Intentions this Week
Gerard O’Dwyer (RD)
Saturday 6pm: Billy Hamilton (A)
Karen Colgan (A) Tony Hughes (A)
Sunday 10am: Sheila Zellar (Mths Mind)
Tom Fitzharris (1st A) Eileen Jones (A)
Charles Doran (A) Masie Hopkins (A)
We also Remember the following:
John, Julia & Sean Carroll (A) Rose Balfe (A Rose Hastings (A) Teddy Shirran (A) Colm & Nuala O’Donnell (A) Mary Smith (A)
Monday: Mass for those on the list for Sick
Tuesday: Colm & Nuala O’Donnell (A) Lily Burke Rose Balfe (A)
Wednesday: Stanley Cosgrave (RD) Winnie Cowley (RD)
Thursday: May Kennedy (A) Rita Reid (RD)
Friday: Blessington Deceased Mass Card List
The family of the late Michael Kennedy wishes to acknowledge the many expressions of sympathy & gestures of kindness shown to us following our sad loss. We offer our heartfelt thanks to family, friends & neighbours who attended the funeral home, funeral mass & burial & those who sent mass cards, we thank them sincerely. We would like to thank Fr Kevin Lyon & Deacon Gerry Malone for the lovely mass they provided. A special word of thanks to Ashley Lodge Nursing home, Co Kildare for their dedication & loving care shown towards Michael. Lastly, I would like to thank Clarkes Funeral home for their professional service & support during this sad time. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deepest gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.
Dates for your diary
Children’s Church will resume next weekend Sunday Sept 29th at 10am Mass for all children aged 5 to 10 years.
Confirmation 2020 Information meeting for Parents of all children in 6th Class St Mary’s JS and 5th& 6th classes in No. 1 School & BETNS who wish to receive Confirmation will take place on Mon 30th September at 7.30pm in Church of Our Lady, Blessington
Burgage Cemetery AGM will take place on Monday 30th September at 8pm in the Coimín Centre, Blessington.
Hospice Coffee Morning Blessington Active Retirement Group will host a coffee morning in aid of St. Bridget’s Hospice, Kildare, on Tuesday 3rd October in St Kevin’s Hall 9.30am to 12.30pm. Donations for the raffle may be left into the Parish office
Visitation of the Sick: If there are any parishioners ill, at home or in hospital who would like a visit from a priest, please contact the Parish Office to let us know and to make arrangements 045 865 327
Morning Eucharistic Adoration every Monday from 7th October after 9.30am Mass until 12 Noon in the Crying Room, Church of Our Lady, Blessington.
Drug Awareness Meeting in Hollywood Centre on Tuesday 24th September at 8pm. We ask Parents / Mentors & all those interested in Protecting our young people from “The Scourge” of Drugs. There’s is not a Village in this Country that Drugs are not readily available. This Meeting is an open Meeting “Over 18s” Please come along.
Blessington Fencing Club are participating in a Fencing Ireland Campaign to bring fencing to the public. They will be offering free fencing on Saturday 28th September from 2pm to 4 pm in St Kevin’s Hall, Blessington. 8 – 99-year olds very welcome!! They have also started an Adult beginners’ class on Tuesday evenings from 8pm to 9pm.
Valleymount Country Market in the Community Hall from 10am to 3pm on Sunday 29th September.
Blessington Comhaltas Classes in Bodhran, Concertina, Accordion, Whistle, Flute, Beginner Fiddle, Intermediate Fiddle, Tune Classes, Guitar Lessons, Singing Classes, Ceili Band. Classes begin on Sunday 29th Sept from 5pm in St. Mary’s SNS (Tramway Theatre) many thanks to Gerry Browne, Principal, for his support & encouragement… Bigi Linn. Info Pat 086 075 2072 / Rebecca 087 228 2012 www.blessingtoncomhaltascoislocha@gmail.com or Facebook: Blessington Comhaltas.
Blessington Fire-Fighters would like to thank all those who turned out to support our charity car wash in aid of Aoibheann’s pink tie. A total of €1600 was raised. All Fire stations in Wicklow raised a total of €13,000 on the day. A big Thank you to our sponsors- Gerry O’Neill (Signs) Omega Bearings, CJ Autos and Aldi
West Wicklow Cancer Support have a signed GAA Dublin All Ireland Champions jersey for auction! If you would like to own this splendid piece of memorabilia, call or email: 087 4346004 or westwicklow15@gmail.com
Hollywood Friendship Club every Wednesday from 2.15 to 4.15pm in Hollywood Centre New members welcome.
The Cruthú Art Group ANNUAL TABLE QUIZ will take place Fri 18th Oct at 8pm in Hennessy’s Lounge. €10 per player. Max 5 per team. Always a fun night. All welcome
The Irish Pilgrimage Trust are seeking applications for young people to travel to Lourdes with us next Easter. We welcome applications from young people with
Forms & further info available at www.irishpilgrimagetrust.ie or through our office in Galway on 091 796 622. There is no cost for guests to travel with the Trust. All volunteer carers pay their own fare & fundraise throughout the year to cover the cost of the guests.
The Irish Pilgrimage Trust are holding a fundraising event to cover costs of their special needs guests for the 2020 Easter Pilgrimage. The Songs & Poems of Percy French concert will be held in Westmanstown Clonsilla, on Oct 16th Please contact Jen on 087 124 2134 for further informatio
Blessington Comhaltas invite you to “The Shed Sessions” on Culture Night, Friday 20th Sept from 5pm to 8pm in the Men’s Shed, Old Library, Blessington. Drop in for a tune or song, all welcome. Info: 086 075 2072
West Wicklow Voices “The French Connection” St Joseph’s Church, Baltinglass on Culture Night Friday 20th September from 7.30pm to 9pm. Admission Free.
Charity Social Dance in Hollywood Centre on Saturday 21st September from 9pm to midnight. Please support. Admission. €10 Adults €5 Students. Music by Tony Bird
Wicklow Mountains National Park: Nature & St Kevin Walk, Sunday 29th September. Join National Park Guides for a gentle walk in the beautiful valley of Glendalough. We will visit some of the sites associated with St Kevin, sharing the stories about his connection with nature & discussing possible meanings behind the stories, weaving them with current conservation concerns. Meet outside Glendalough Visitor Centre (Eircode A98HC80) on Sunday 29th September at 10am. Approximately four hours including a break. Adults only. Wear footwear suitable for rough terrain & clothing suitable for wet weather. Please leave your dog at home. This event is free of charge but please be aware that the OPW Visitor Centre car park has a €4 charge for car parking. Booking is essential! Call the National Park Information Office 0404 45425 for info & booking
Cub Scout Blessington. Is your child aged 9-11years, if they are interested in joining scouts & you would like to become a scout leader (free training provided) please contact me aoibheannmc1@yahoo.ie for more details.
Happy Faces Community Playgroup enrolling for Sept 2019, we offer ECCE & part time places, at Happy Faces we support & encourage young children through a planned play-based curriculum, to grow into independent little people, who have a love for life & learning call: 085 128 1605, email happyfaces@blessingtonfec.ie or Facebook
Rounders – Blessington GAA are looking at the possibility of starting Rounders teams for juvenile ages (boys & girls). It’s an official GAA sport and even has own Féile. If any parent is interested in training and attending coaching, please contact Kevin Gilmore on 0872324197.
Winners of the Valleymount Draw in aid of Church Renovation fund are Caroline & Mick Maguire, Mary Fitzpatrick, Jimmy Byrne, Corinn & Leo O Connor, Fiona & Tom Guing. Each received €100
Blessington and District Forum will hold its AGM on Monday 14th October. Venue & time to be confirmed. Nominations are currently being accepted for (i) membership of the Forum and (ii) for positions on the Forum Executive. Closing date for nominations is Friday 20th September at 5pm. Nominations or requests for further information should be sent via email to the secretary using info@blessington.ie. Further details at www.blessington.ie
Issue 1273 September 15th 2019
Parish Mission Appeal
The Daughters of Charity will speak at some Masses this weekend about their work in Africa
Saturday 14th September 2019
►Bake & Buy a Cake & Coffee Morning Music Raffle & lots of fun, all for Aoibheann’s Pink Tie from 11.30am to 1.30pm in Hennessy’s Blessington. Anyone wishing to donate cakes, raffle prizes etc please contact; Carly 086 3062083, Bernadette 087 6637793, Judy 087 6165116 or Catherine 087 1224019
Monday 16th September 2019
►Holy Hour in Crosschapel every Monday after 10am Mass (ex-Bank Holidays)
►Blessington Alcoholics Anonymous Group is hosting an OPEN PUBLIC MEETING in St Joseph’s Hall, Blessington at 8pm. With speakers from AA & Al-Anon. Refreshments served. All welcome
Tuesday 17th September 2019
►Blessington U3A welcome Robert a talk on employing advanced technology in the war against poverty & disease entitled: “See me & let me see you”. 10:30am at The Education Centre, Blessington. All welcome, €5 per person or €20 for full membership
►Citizens Information Centre in Blessington Library from 1pm to 4pm. Legal advice service on 1st & 3rd Tues of month by appointment
►Eucharistic Adoration from 7.30pm to 8.30pm in Blessington Church.
►Child Safeguarding Talks for Blessington Church Helpers in all Churches in our Parish (& surrounding areas) information evening in the Coimin Centre Blessington at 7:30pm
Wednesday 18th September 2019
►The Citizens Information Centre is open in Blessington Library today 10am to 12.30pm.
►The Rosary will be offered at 7.30pm for the intentions of our families in Blessington Church
►Christian Meditation Group meet in the Mass Centre in Brittas from 11am. All welcome
Thursday 19th September 2019
►First Communion and First Penance 2020
Information meeting for Parents of all children in St Mary’s JS, Gaelscoil na Lochanna, No. 1 School & BETNS who will be receiving First Communion next May, takes place in Church of Our Lady, Blessington at 8pm.
►Blessington History Society are hosting a talk by Dr Rory O’Farrell on ‘Giraldus Cambrensis’ – An early medieval Welsh Visitor to Ireland. It will be held on Thursday night September 19th at 8.00pm in the Coimin Centre. Non-Members €5 All ae welcome!
Mass Intentions this Week Rita Reid (RD)
Saturday 6pm: Margaret & Mary Doyle (A) Tom & Peter Doyle (A)
Sunday 10am: Gerard Ryan (RD) Mary Power (RD)
We also Remember the following: Paddy Menton (A) Dolores & Robert Taggart (A) Deceased members of the Taggart & Travers Families
Monday: Mass for those on the list for Sick
Tuesday: Sp Living Int, Intentions Mass
Wednesday: Ciaran O’Boyle (RD) Eddie Whelan (RD)
Thursday: Noel Keogh (1st A) Eithne Cramley (Birthday Rem) Margie Jones (Birthday Rem)
Friday: John Gayer (RD) Jim Power (RD)
Visitation of the Sick: If there are any parishioners ill, at home or in hospital who would like a visit from a priest, please contact the Parish Office to let us know and to make arrangements 045 865 327
Blessington Children’s Choir are returning to practice every Monday from 2:45pm to 3.30pm from Monday 21st September in the Church. New members welcome. We are also looking for a MUSICIAN TO PLAY for the choir, if you are interested please call Aine 045 865 327 in the Parish Office
Ladies Ring Found, Lower Main Street, Blessington on Tuesday 9th September.
Burgage Cemetery AGM will take place on Monday 30th September at 8pm in the Coimin Centre, Blessington.
Morning Eucharistic Adoration every Monday from 7th October after 9.30am Mass until 12 Noon in the Crying Room, Church of Our Lady, Blessington.
MASS IN CELEBRATION OF ST PIO on Friday 20th September at 7.30pm in St John the Evangelist Church, Ballinteer, Dublin 16. The Celebrant is Fr Martin Bennett OFM Cap. Blessing with Padre Pio Glove All Welcome
The husband & family, brothers & sisters of the late Sheila Zeller, would like to thank everyone most sincerely for their expression of sympathy on the passing of Sheila. Thanks to all who attended the funeral Mass & sent cards. A special thanks to Fr. Richard Behan, Deacon Gerry Malone, Undertakers Tony & Regina Clarke, Clonskeagh Nursing Home for all their care to Sheila, R.I.P.
A Week of Guided Prayer from 29th Sept to 5th October. Thank you to the speakers who came last weekend & explained the Week of Guided Prayer. There has been a great response to their invitation to take part. All the forms will be handed over to the organising team & they will be in touch to give each participant more details. There’s still time to return your completed Registration Form. The closing date for competed forms is Tuesday 19th Sept.
Coffee Day Thursday 19th September in Hollywood Centre from 9am to 3pm. All proceeds to Hospice on Curragh caring for West Wicklow and Kildare. Your support appreciated.
Drug Awareness Meeting in Hollywood Centre on Tuesday 24th September at 8pm. We ask Parents / Mentors & all those interested in Protecting our young people from “The Scourge” of Drugs. There’s is not a Village in this Country that Drugs are not readily available. This Meeting is an open Meeting “Over 18s” Please come along.
The BOM of Lacken NS is looking for an escort to assist on the school bus, bringing children to & from school. Candidates must be available from 7.30am – 3.30pm approx. (flexible). If interested please forward hard copy of CV, references & letter of suitability to the Chairperson of the Board before Monday 16th September
Hollywood Friendship Club every Wednesday from 2.15 to 4.15pm in Hollywood Centre New members welcome.
Rounders – Blessington GAA are looking at the possibility of starting Rounders teams for juvenile ages (boys & girls). It’s an official GAA sport and even has own Féile. If any parent is interested in training and attending coaching, please contact Kevin Gilmore on 0872324197.
Blessington Mini-Rugby– Rugby for Tots starts a new season at St Kevin’s Community Centre, Blessington on Sat 7th Sep 11:15am to 12:15. For Children aged Under 5 (DOB 2015) & Under 6 (DOB 2014). GIRLS go FREE.
Blessington and District Forum will hold its AGM on Monday 14th October. Venue & time to be confirmed. Nominations are currently being accepted for (i) membership of the Forum and (ii) for positions on the Forum Executive. Closing date for nominations is Friday 20th September at 5pm. Nominations or requests for further information should be sent via email to the secretary using info@blessington.ie. Further details at www.blessington.ie
Mini-Rugby at Russborough begins Tues 3rd Sep 7pm to 8pm on Blessington GAA Astro & every Saturday on 7th Sep 11:15am to 12:30, U7 born (2013), U8 (2012), U9 (2011), U10 (2010, U11 (2009), U12 (2008) GIRLS go FREE
Blessington Fencing Club have an Adult beginners Fencing Class starting on Tues 17th Sept at 8pm. All you need are good fitting trainers & comfortable clothes. It is great fun. Come along & give it a try. We look forward to meeting you. Ages 18-99 welcome. Please call if you have any questions 087 676 4183
Ciarán Jones Memorial Charity Golf Day 2019 Social Night. Presentation of prizes & the presentation of the cheques to the designated charities. We will also be presenting the Ciarán Jones Person of The Year award on the night. The social night is being held in the Avon Blessington on Saturday 14th Sept & it promises to be a good night with music & finger food & we will also be holding the raffle for an exceptional array of prizes. We would also like to say a big thank you to our main sponsors Tullfarris Hotel & Golf Resort, the Avon, Punctual Print, Musgraves, the Renault Group & Aspire Technology for their continued support
Reservoir Cogs Cycling Club Annual Cycling event from Russborough House will take place on Sunday 15th September. Over 400 cyclists will be taking part.
West Wicklow Voices “The French Connection” St Joseph’s Church, Baltinglass on Culture Night Friday 20th September from 7.30pm to 9pm. Admission FreeCub Scout Blessington. Is your child aged 9-11years, if they are interested in joining scouts & you would like to become a scout leader (free training provided) please contact me aoibheannmc1@yahoo.ie for more details.
West Wicklow Cancer Support in conjunction with our East Coast FM Coffee morning fundraiser have a signed GAA Dublin All Ireland Champions jersey for auction! Possibly the most successful Dublin Team of all time. If you would like to own this splendid piece of memorabilia, please call/email: 087 4346004 or westwicklow15@gmail.com
Charity Social Dance in Hollywood Centre on Saturday 21st September from 9pm to midnight. Please support. Admission. €10 Adults €5 Students. Music by Tony Bird
Happy Faces Community Playgroup enrolling for Sept 2019, we offer ECCE & part time places, at Happy Faces we support & encourage young children through a planned play-based curriculum, to grow into independent little people, who have a love for life & learning call: 085 128 1605, email happyfaces@blessingtonfec.ie or Facebook
Wicklow Mountains National Park: Nature & St Kevin Walk, Sunday 29th September. Join National Park Guides for a gentle walk in the beautiful valley of Glendalough. We will visit some of the sites associated with St Kevin, sharing the stories about his connection with nature & discussing possible meanings behind the stories, weaving them with current conservation concerns. Meet outside Glendalough Visitor Centre (Eircode A98HC80) on Sunday 29th September at 10am. Approximately four hours including a break. Adults only. Wear footwear suitable for rough terrain & clothing suitable for wet weather. Please leave your dog at home. This event is free of charge but please be aware that the OPW Visitor Centre car park has a €4 charge for car parking. Booking is essential! Call the National Park Information Office 0404 45425 for info & booking
Local St Vincent de Paul 087 181 1579
Issue 1272 September 8th 2019
The Blessington Community First Responder Unit will be holding their Annual Church Gate Collection this weekend, 7th & 8th September. All donations greatly appreciated.
Sunday 8th September 2019
►Car Boot Sale (Des Redmond Charities) in St. Kevin’s Hall Sunday 8th September from 7am to 4pm. €10 per table, Free Car Park, Tea & Coffee. Pat Conlan 086 075 2072
►Eadestown Field Day in Punchestown from 1pm – Great Day Out for all the family!!
Monday 9th September 2019
►Holy Hour in Crosschapel every Monday after 10am Mass (ex-Bank Holidays)
►Blessington & District Forum AGM meeting at 7.30pm in St Mary’s Junior School. All Welcome
►Neighbourhood Collection Envelopes for September are due, we would appreciate it if they are left in the Church at Mass or dropped into the Parish Office any morning. Many thanks contributors & collectors for your continued support.
Tuesday 10th September 2019
►Citizens Information Centre in Blessington Library from 1pm to 4pm. Legal advice service on 1st & 3rd Tues of month by appointment
►Eucharistic Adoration from 7.30pm to 8.30pm in Blessington Church.
Wednesday 11th September 2019
►The Citizens Information Centre is open in Blessington Library today 10am to 12.30pm.
►The Rosary will be offered at 7.30pm for the intentions of our families in Blessington Church
►Christian Meditation Group meet in the Mass Centre in Brittas from 11am. All welcome
►Bethany Bereavement Support group available for caring confidential support from 8pm to 9pm no appointment necessary.
Thursday 12th September 2019
►Valleymount Parent & Baby/toddler playgroup starts back from 10.15am to 12 in Valleymount Hall. New members welcome
►Coimin Management Meeting 7pm
►Blessington PPC Meeting 8pm
Friday 13th September 2019
► Foroige Youth Club starts back in St Joseph’s Hall. Register now online http://tiny.cc/kbfhbz Volunteers needed, please email: foroigeblessington@gmail.com
Parish Mission Appeal: The Daughters of Charity will speak at Masses next weekend 14th & 15th Sept to about their work in Africa
Mass Intentions this Week
Saturday 6pm: Mary Ryan (A) Anne Doyle(A) Frank Sexton (A) Tom & Mary Tivnan (A)
Sunday 10am: Angelina Smith (RD) Frank Foley (RD)
We also Remember the following: Eileen Cox (A)
Monday: Mass for those on the list for Sick
Tuesday: Pam Jackson (RD) Jo Plant (A)
Wednesday: Eileen Cox (A) Betty Daly (RD)
Thursday: Get Well Mass, Get Well Mass
Friday: Dolores Fox (RD) Jim Craig (A)
The family of the late Eddie (Ned) Conroy Beechdale wishes to acknowledge the many expressions of sympathy & gestures of kindness shown to us following our sad loss.We offer our heartfelt thanks to family, friends, neighbours & well-wishers who attended the funeral home, mass & burial & who provided emotional & practical support for us at this difficult time. For those who travelled long distance, sent cards & messages of condolences, as well as those who made charitable donations, we are truly grateful.A special word of thanks to the Doctors, nurses & staff of Naas & Baltinglass hospital for their kindness & respect shown at all times. To all those who participated in the Mass, especially Fr Paraic, the Eucharistic Ministers, our singer Lorraine, musician Paul & finally Clarkes Funeral Directors, for their sensitive & professional handling of arrangements. To those who helped in any way, your contribution made our loss more bearable. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deepest gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions. Pat & family
The BOM of Lacken NS is looking for an escort to assist on the school bus, bringing children to & from school. Candidates must be available from 7.30am – 3.30pm approx. (flexible). If interested please forward hard copy of CV, references & letter of suitability to the Chairperson of the Board before Monday 16th September.
CHILD SAFEGUARDING TALKS. Blessington Parish Pastoral Council are inviting all Church Helpers in all Churches in our Parish and surrounding areasto come to an information evening on one of the following dates.Wednesday 11th September or Tuesday 17th September in the Coimin Centre Blessington from 7:30pm to 9pm
A Week of Guided Prayer from 29th Sept to 5th October.We welcome our speakers at Masses this weekend to explain further about the Week of Guided Prayer. They will also answer any questions you may have. Information leaflets and Registration Forms will be distributed. Completed Forms to be returned by Tuesday 19th Sept.
A Word of Appreciation to the Baltyboys Cemetery Committee for putting the traffic management plan & to the family who provided the field for parking. Thanks to all who attended and took part in the Mass.
Rounders – Blessington GAA are looking at the possibility of starting Rounders teams for juvenile ages (boys & girls). It’s an official GAA sport and even has own Féile. If any parent is interested in training and attending coaching, please contact Kevin Gilmore on 0872324197. Be part of this exciting initiative.
Bake & Buy a Cake & Coffee Morning Music Raffle & lots of fun, all for Aoibheann’s Pink Tie on Saturday 14th September at 11.30 am to 1.30, in Hennessy’s Blessington. Anyone wishing to donate cakes, raffle prizes etc please contact; Carly 086 3062083, Bernadette 087 6637793, Judy 087 6165116 or Catherine 087 1224019
Park Walk with Parkrun – Russborough – Six-week walking programme starting Saturday 7th September. Every Saturday at 9.30am (arrive before 9.20am). Free Timed 5k event. Everyone welcome. Register at www.parkrun.ie
Blessington Mini-Rugby– Rugby for Tots starts a new season at St Kevin’s Community Centre, Blessington on Sat 7th Sep 11:15am to 12:15. For Children aged Under 5 (DOB 2015) & Under 6 (DOB 2014). GIRLS go FREE.
Mini-Rugby at Russborough begins Tues 3rd Sep 7pm to 8pm on Blessington GAA Astro & every Saturday on 7th Sep 11:15am to 12:30, U7 born (2013), U8 (2012), U9 (2011), U10 (2010, U11 (2009), U12 (2008) GIRLS go FREE
Is drink causing problems for you or someone you know? Do you want to stop drinking? Is there an alcoholic in your life? Blessington Alcoholics Anonymous Group is hosting an OPEN PUBLIC MEETING in St Joseph’s Hall, Main St. Blessington on Monday 16th September at 8pm. The purpose of this meeting is to reach the still suffering alcoholic through a third party, family and friends by letting them know that AA exists, where it can be found and what it can offer. With speakers from Alcoholics Anonymous and Al-Anon. Refreshments served. All welcome
Visitation of the Sick: If there are any parishioners ill, at home or in hospital who would like a visit from a priest, please contact the Parish Office to let us know and to make arrangements 045 865 327
Readers of the Word needed to join the Rota for 6pm or 10am Mass in Church of Our Lady Blessington. If you are a former reader in this Parish and would like to return or if you were a reader in another Parish and would like to be included, call the Parish Office: 045 865 327
Community Pool for West Wicklow are raffling a framed, signed Dublin jersey! Tickets €10 & can be purchased at https://tinyurl.com/CPWWDubJerseyRaffle A maximum of 200 tickets. Winner will be notified by email. Payments via PayPal. Draw when all 200 tickets are sold. All monies raised will go towards a pool for West Wicklow. For more info, email: poolforWestWicklow@gmail.com
Ciarán Jones Memorial Charity Golf Day 2019 The Jones Family & the organising committee of the 8th Annual Ciarán Jones Memorial Charity Golf & Social fundraiser, which took place in Tullfarris Golf Club on 9th & 10th August, would like to express their sincere appreciation to all who supported this year’s event. This year’s primary beneficiaries were Acquired Brain Injury Ireland & Blessington & District Senior Citizens Care Association. This year, we have so far raised in excess of last year’s total of €18,000. We still have the social night to come which will see the presentation of prizes & the presentation of the cheques to the designated charities. We will also be presenting the Ciarán Jones Person of The Year award on the night. The social night is being held in the Avon Blessington on Saturday 14th Sept & it promises to be a good night with music & finger food & we will also be holding the raffle for an exceptional array of prizes. We would also like to say a big thank you to our main sponsors Tullfarris Hotel & Golf Resort, the Avon, Punctual Print, Musgraves, the Renault Group & Aspire Technology for their support over the past number of years. This event has gone from strength to strength each year & does so because the people of Kilbride, Blessington & surrounding areas have shown such support over the years, your support is helping a lot of people in the community.
Burgage Cemetery AGM will take place on Monday 30th September at 8pm in the Coimin Centre, Blessington.
New West Wicklow Support Group GROW Community Mental Health Support Group meets every Wed at 7.30pm in Camphill, Dunlavin. (from Wed 4th Sept) Come & learn more about positive mental health, wellbeing, recovery & how GROW may help you achieve this. Free, all welcome. for further info: John 086 803 3126 or www.grow.ie.
Happy Faces Community Playgroup enrolling for Sept 2019, we offer ECCE & part time places, at Happy Faces we support & encourage young children through a planned play-based curriculum, to grow into independent little people, who have a love for life & learning call: 085 128 1605, email happyfaces@blessingtonfec.ie or Facebook
“Ceiliuradh” We had a full house, a breath-taking show, in most beautiful setting in St Kevin’s Church Hollywood. Thanks to Rev. Ruddock, for the use of the magnificent church, in celebration of our great heritage during National Heritage Week. Thank You to Paddy Gleeson, Fear an Ti & to P.J & Dan Kenny of Supervalu for their support. Mile buiochas daoibh ar fad. Pat Conlan agus Muintir Blessington Comhaltas.
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