Parish of the Assumption
Area Code: 057 Tel: 93 21587 - 93 51510 - 93 22244 - 93 22415 Fax: 93 51510 www.tullamoreparish.ie E-mail Parish Secretary: tulmorch@iol.ie
23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ 8th Sept 2013
Msgr. Seán Heaney, P. P. Fr. Shane Crombie C.C. Fr. Seamus O'Connor SSC Fr Patrick Donnelly C.C. Fr Kevin Fleming SSC Sr. Genny Hassey Sr. Margaret Burke
MASS TIMES
Weekend Masses
Church of the Assumption: Saturday (Vigil) 7.30pm
Sunday 8.30am, 10.00am, 11.30am & 1.00pm
St Colmcille’s Church Durrow: Sunday 11.30am
Holy Days
Church of the Assumption: Vigil 7.30pm; 7.45am, 10.00am, 1.10pm, 7.30pm.
St Colmcille’s Church Durrow: 8.00pm
Weekday Masses
Monday-Friday 7.45am & 10.00am
Saturday 10.00am
First Friday 7.45am & 10.00am.
CONFESSIONS
Saturday: 12 noon-1.00pm, 3.00-4.00pm
GET IN TOUCH
St Mary’s Parish Centre, Benburb St, Tullamore
Phone: 0579321587
Fax: 0579351510
Email:
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Web: www.tullamoreparish.ie
Parish Support Services Confidential Phone line 0579326604, Mon-Fri 10am-1pm; 6-8pm.
Office Hours: Mon-Fri, 9.30am-1pm; 1.30-5pm to book weddings, baptisms, certs, etc;
Reception service 5-9pm.
Priest available for emergencies 24 hours daily.
Parish Shop selling a selection of religious items.
Teas after 10am Mass Mon, Wed & Fri.
Meeting Rooms available: Contact Administrator for details of rates, availability etc.
CHRIST FIRST
The Gospel reading today makes tough demands. Renounce everything and recognise that Christ must be preferred to everything.
The religion that Jesus sets before us is not an easy one. If we are to be true disciples, there must be a radical renunciation of all that might keep us from following him. Christ must come first. Worldly, materialistic values must be set aside. The love of money, power, influence, hatred, revenge must all be renounced. Instead of loving them we must love Christ above all. Love of Christ must be the central focus of our lives as his disciples. There can be no half measures and there are no soft options. True discipleship means total commitment.
Onesimus was a slave and his master was Philemon. Onesimus stole from his master and ran away. He was converted to Christianity by Paul. In his letter to Philemon, Paul requests him to forgive Onesimus and not only that, but to welcome him as a brother – a tough call that sets a standard for a true follower of Christ. There is a cost in true discipleship. It is total dedication, total commitment of oneself to Our Lord, Jesus Christ. He comes first.
DIOCESAN CHANGES
The Diocesan changes announced by Bishop Smith during the week involved Tullamore Parish. Fr Patrick has been appointed Parish Priest of Collinstown in Co Westmeath. We congratulate him on his appointment and wish him health and happiness in his new post. I also thank him for his great work in Tullamore over the past three years, especially in his work in establishing Alpha and his work with young people in the parish.
The second change is that I am stepping down as Parish Priest, but remaining here as a Curate. Our new Parish Priest will be Fr Joe Gallagher who is presently Parish Priest of Kilcormac and I know he will be warmly welcomed to Tullamore. The decision to step down was one I had thought about for some time. It was taken mainly on the grounds of age and I look forward to continuing to work in the parish for as long as I feel able to do so. Meanwhile, I welcome Fr Joe and I wish Fr Patrick every success and blessing in his new role.
Fr Sean Heaney PP
JUNIOR PPC
Meeting Tuesday 10, 4.30pm, Parish Centre.
WOW! THE J-UNIT IS BACK
Calling all young people from 6th Class to 6th Year! Come and join us in the Day Chapel tonight (Sunday) from 7.00-8.00pm. Make new friends and discover the fun of sharing our faith. If you have any queries, contact SrGenny, Parish Centre or Annette 0860583809.
A launch party for Youth Alpha, featuring young local bands, will take place on Sunday 22nd at 7.00pm.
GOSPEL CHOIR
Gospel Choir practice resumes Wednesday 11.
ALPHA
Next Alpha Programme takes place on Monday 23rd at 8.00pm in the Day Chapel. The first evening is a come and see evening. Alpha is for anyone and people attend from all backgrounds and viewpoints. They come to investigate questions about the existence of God, the purpose of life, Heaven, the claims of Jesus and more. Some people want to get beyond religion and find a relationship with God that really changes life.Everyone is welcome. For more information go to www.midlandsalpha.com
Alpha Ireland launches its first Alpha National Conference for Ireland on Saturday 21st. The day will include talks from visiting expert speakers, live worship and training on all aspects of Alpha. For more information go to www.alphacanada.org.
DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES 12-17 SEPT
“Lourdes, a door to faith” is the pastoral theme for our pilgrimage to Lourdes this year. On Thursday 12th over 800 pilgrims from our Diocese will travel to Lourdes, among them are many of our elderly and sick and over 200 volunteer helpers. These are important days for our entire diocese. This is the diocese at work with people accompanying one another on a journey. This is when we unite in prayer and bring our needs and thanksgivings to the altar of the Lord through the intercession of our Lady. During this time we invite all the people of the diocese to be part of this great movement of prayer, which leads us through the door of faith and into the presence of God and his action in our lives. This is also a time to acknowledge with gratitude the generosity of so many people in our diocese who make this pilgrimage possible.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
Walking with a friend in the dark is better than walking alone in the light. – Helen Keller
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
The next available Baptism dates are on: Sat 21st & Sat 28th Sept & Sun 6th Oct in Tullamore Church; Sun 13th Oct in Durrow Church.The pre-baptism meeting for these is on Wednesday 18th September.
To book in for the meeting and baptisms, contact the Parish Secretary, at the Parish Office, Mon-Fri, 9.30am-5pm.
SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE
It is advisable to give six months’ notice of your intention to marry to both the Church and the Registrar. To book the Church for weddings, contact the Parish Secretary, Monday-Friday, 9.30am-5.00pm.
All couples getting married must attend a pre-marriage course. Contact ACCORD, 9341831 or www.accord.ie.
ACCORD alsoavailable for marriage and relationship counselling.
Notices for Bulletin must be in the Parish Centre by 9.30am Wednesday
MASS INTENTIONS
Mon 9: 7.45 Daly Family
10.00 LindaCuskelly
Tues 10: 7.45 Our Lady of the Assumption
10.00 Mary& Ollie Gorman, Clontarf Rd
Wed11: 7.45 PaddyMannion, 47 Marian Place
10.00 Ann Power
Thurs 12: 7.45 Frances ‘Frankie’ Owens Ramsey, William Owens, Elizabeth ‘May’ Owens, Gilday
10.00 Thomas& Rose Molloy, Kilbride St
Fri 13: 7.45 Michael& Elizabeth O’Brien
10.00 Patrick Cleary
Sat 14: 10.00 PatrickJaffray, Parnell St
7.30 Vincent Egan, 1st Ann
Sun 15: 8.30 Tony Molloy, Puttaghaun
10.00 Paddy & Kathy Flynn, Convent View
Durrow: Sun 15 Elizabeth Sullivan, Tara, 1st Ann
Shared Masses: The next available Shared Masses are on Sat 21 Sept, 10am, Tullamore & Sun 6 Oct, 11.30am, Durrow.
DEATHS
We offer our sympathy to the family of Rita Hogan.
BAPTISMS
Welcome to the God’s Family Annabel Kryzeviciute& Chase Matthew Lowbridgewho were baptised recently.
PARISH COLLECTIONS
Tullamore €3633;Durrow €317
Envelopes €2715
Thank you for your continued support.
PLEASE CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR FIONA PENDER, OUR PARISHIONER WHO HAS BEEN MISSING SINCE 22ND AUGUST, 1996.
COMMUNITY NOTICES
PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: Sincere thanks to support group & volunteers for help in making renewal weekend a success. Over 200 people who joined will be contacted in coming weeks. Please return cards to sacristy. Ph Caitriona 9321232.
ALPHA:See website www:midlandsalpha.com
QUEEN OF PEACE GROUP: Mass Thurs 12, Church of the Assumption, 7.30pm. All welcome.
LEGION OF MARY: Rosary, Alfie Lambe’s House, Arden Rd, Fri 13, 8.15pm. All welcome.
CONCERN: Church gate collection next weekend. Please support.
ACE BRIDGE CLUB: Resumes Mon 9, 7.30pm, Bridge House. New members welcome.
LADYBIRDS – 5-7 yr olds - Tara Crescent, Fri 5-6pm. Ph Jean 0858876522.
TULLAMORE LADIES SOCCER TEAM looking for new players. Training Mon 8-9pm & Wed 7-8pm, Leah Victoria Park, Axis Business Park. More details from 0872932942.
SCOIL MHUIRE 5K FUN RUN/WALK: Wed 18th 7pm. All welcome.
OFFALY HOSPICE COFFEE MORNING: Volunteers wanted, Thurs 18. Ph 9328634 or call to Hospice office, 12 Henry St, Mon-Fri 10am-1.30pm.
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. All money raised in Offaly stays in Offaly.
TULLAMORE ICA:Meeting Wed 11, Riada House, 8pm. New members welcome. Fun challenge: create something new from plastic bottle.
OFFALY DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SUPPORT SERVICE: Have you, or someone you know, been affected by Domestic Violence?For free, confidential support and advocacy call Helpline 9351886 for information or to make an appointment.
VARIETY SHOW Sunday 8, Court Hotel.Pre-show entertainment 7pm. All proceeds to Power4Good Ireland Ltd, working with people with a disability in Africa. Ph 087 2914302.
PRO-LIFE GROUP: Meeting Sat 14, 10.30am, Parish Centre. New members welcome.
NURSES NEEDED FOR DIABETES SCREENING with Lions Club, at Ploughing Championships Thurs 26. Ph 0862605318.
BINGO in aid of Temple St Hospital, Wed, 8.30pm, Charleville Centre, Church Ave. |