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Parish of the Assumption
Area Code: 057 Tel: 93 21587 - 93 22415 Fax: 93 51510
www.tullamoreparish.ie
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24th September 2023 ~ 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Fr. Joseph Gallagher, P.P., V.G.
Rt Rev Sean Heaney, P.E.
Fr. Joe Campbell, C.C.,
Fr. Fergal Cummins, C.C.
Fr. Damian Budau, C.C
Sr. Margaret Burke.
GET IN TOUCH
St Mary’s Parish Centre, Benburb St, Tullamore,
Office Hours: Mon-Thurs, 9.30-1; 1.30-5pm.
Phone: 0579321587
Email:
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Web: www.tullamoreparish.ie
Reception service Friday, 9.30-5.
Priest available for emergencies 24 hours daily.
Meeting Rooms available: Contact Administrator for details of availability, rates, etc.
Teas after 10.00am Mass Tuesday, Thursday & Friday
Bereavement Listening Support: Ph 0579326604.
WEEKEND MASSES
Church of the Assumption:(Vigil) 6.30pm
Sunday 8.30am, 10.00am, 11.30am & 1.00pm
Durrow: Sunday 11.30am
WEEKDAY MASSES
Monday-Friday 7.45am, 10.00am
Saturday 10.00am
First Friday 7.45am & 10.00am
JOIN US ON PARISH WEBCAMS ON PARISH WEBSITE.
CONFESSIONS - Saturday 2.00-3.00pm in the Day Chapel.
A WONDERFUL GENEROSITY
The parable in today’s Gospel is one that bothers many of us – it doesn’t seem fair that those working a few hours should get the same wage as those who were there from dawn. We think of it as unjust but the lesson here is not about justice – it’s about a generosity we can’t really understand.
We can all be jealous or envious at times, depending on our circumstances. The trick is to appreciate all that we have been given in life and not allow feelings of “poor me/us” to control us. It is this attitude of gratitude that Jesus tries to instill in the full day workers (and in us). Which of us wouldn’t be delighted to receive a full day’s pay for a few hours work? What keeps us from realising that our lives are actually a series of such gifts?
This parable, like so many others, challenges us to see the reign of God in a different way from the way we see our everyday world. We are invited, through this story, to recognise and acknowledge God’s goodness to us and to accept that God is equally generous with all our brothers and sisters.
Do I let envy fill my mind and my heart? Or do I know and appreciate my own unique contributions to the Kingdom of God?
GET INVOLVED!
Getting involved in your Parish can be a very enjoyable experience! There are lots of different ways to participate and make a difference. We are looking for Readers of the Word, Eucharistic Ministers, people to help with our hospitality/welcoming group and to help with the plate collections in the Church. So why not put your name forward to play a part in your Parish.
SEEING YOUR LIFE THROUGH THE LENS OF THE GOSPEL
Matthew 20:1-16
‘I was there first’. Envy easily comes to the surface when faced with the good fortune of others, especially when compared to what seems less favourable treatment of ourselves. Can you recall that feeling in yourself and what it did to you? Can you also recall times when you were content with your lot, even though it seemed others had greater gifts, better opportunities, etc.
A parent or teacher who gives a lot of time to a difficult child does not love the others less, but if we are one of those other children we may not see that. Recall a ‘Jesus person’ in your life who helped you to overcome feelings of envy and helped you appreciate that the apparently more favourable treatment of another did not mean a lessening of love for you.
This leads us to the core message of this parable, namely, that God’s love is a free gift, and not earned. Recall moments when you were particularly conscious of the gifts that God has given you by counting all the blessings that you have, no matter how small.
‘It is too late now’ are words sometimes uttered to justify doing nothing about a situation. This parable tells us that where love is involved, it is never too late. Can you recall times when you got a positive response after taking action when you thought it was ‘too late’?
John Byrne osa, Intercom Sept 2023
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Mass of Thanksgiving, to celebrate 29 years of Eucharistic Adoration in Tullamore, Thursday 28th. October in the Day Chapel. All are welcome.
JUST FOR TODAY
Be thankful for every chance you get. Not because life has been easy, perfect or exactly as you had anticipated, but because you choose to be happy and grateful for all the good things you do have and all the problems you don’t have. - Unknown
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
Baptisms take place monthly on the first Sunday in Tullamore, second Sunday in Durrow, third and fourth Saturday in Tullamore. Pre-Baptism Meetings are on the third Wednesday monthly. Contact the Parish Secretary.
SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE
To book the Church for weddings, contact the Parish Secretary at least three months in advance. All couples getting married must complete a pre-marriage course. Contact ACCORD 0579341831 or www.accord.ie.
ACCORD also provide couple and relationship counselling In-Person and Online in Tullamore. Phone 057 9341831 or 0864669926 or email
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NB: NOTICES FOR THE BULLETIN MUST BE IN THE PARISH CENTRE BY 9.30AM WEDNESDAY.
Only notices from parish groups, non-profit making organizations & clubs included
PLEASE CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR FIONA PENDER, OUR PARISHONER WHO HAS BEEN MISSING SINCE 22nd AUGUST 1996
MASS INTENTIONS
Mon 25.... 10.00 Mary Kate, Paddy, Tom, Micky & Cecilia Mahon
Thur 28 ...10.00 Shane Maloney
.....................Gerry Keeley
Sat 30..... 10.00 Patrick & Marcella Horan, Arden Rd
......................Jim Lambe, Arden View
............. 6.30 Ber Malone, Mon Mem
Sun 1 .....8.30 Margaret, Michael, Ann, Michael & Tommy Hogan, Cappincu
.............10.00 Andrew Leavy
.....................Noel Casey Dolan
.............11.30 Cepta Leneghan, Mon Mem
..................... Tom Coughlan, 1st Ann
............. 1.00 Carmel Somers, Ashley Court,1st Ann
Durrow Sun 1st, 11.30am: Patsy Keeney & Fr Sean Keeney CSSR 1st Ann; Tony Johnston; Derek Weir; J J Healion; Stephen Lynam; Paddy Lynam.
BAPTISMS
Welcome to God’s family Jack Oliver Meehan who was baptised recently.
COLLECTIONS
Plate: Tullamore €2595; Envelopes €2056
Durrow €188
Thank you for your continued support
COMMUNITY NOTICES
LEGION OF MARY meet Tues, 7pm in The Alfie Lambe House, Arden Road. New members are very welcome.
MEDITATION Wed, 7pm, Parish Centre.
SMA MASS: Wed 27, 7.30pm, Day Chapel.
O.S.P.C.A. URGENTLY NEED VOLUNTEERS: Come along to Open Day, Sat 30, 12-3pm, Jenny’s Kitchen, The Mall or ph 0863785584.
TULLAMORE CAMOGIE: 50th Ann photo & memorabilia exhibition for rest Sept, Town Library.
MEALS ON WHEELS: AGM Wed 11 Oct, 8pm, Bridge House. All are welcome.
TULLAMORE GARDEN CLUB: Talk “Garden Makeover”, Wed 27, 7.30pm, Charleville Community Centre. Ph Julie 0868411301 for details.
TULLAMORE LIBRARY: Wide range of courses & activities available. Contact 0579346832
OFFALY DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SUPPORT SERVICES: Advice and support call 0579351886 or 0860419154. TULLAMORE RAPE CRISIS CENTRE: Mon-Fri 9.30am-5pm. Ph 0579322500; Freephone 1800323232
PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK: Sun. 8th. Oct. (Rosary Sunday). Bus from Parochial House, 9.30am sharp. Details & booking on 0876386270.
MEATH DIOCESE PIONEERS: Afternoon of Prayer & Reflection, including Mass, Sun 1, 2-5pm, Franciscan Friary, Multyfarnham, Co Westmeath.
OFFALY LDC BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME: Start 2 Oct. Details from Des,
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or 057 9352467 / 087 9699998. Website: www.offalyldc.ie
TULLAMORE COPD SUPPORT GROUP: Launch of new exercise programme, Fri 29, 1pm, Tullamore Community & Family Resource Centre. Ph 083 086 4118 or email
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