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TULLAMORE PARISH MISSION STATEMENT “Tullamore parish is a community of God's people centred on the Eucharist and the Word of God. We gather in prayer and celebrate the sacraments. We strive to be Vibrant, Inclusive, Nurturing and Encouraging, and in our own lives we aim to live justly, to love tenderly, and to walk humbly with our God.” Parish of the Assumption Area Code: 057 Tel: 93 21587 - 93 22415 Fax: 93 51510 7th April 2024 ~ Divine Mercy Sunday Fr. Joseph Gallagher, P.P., V.G. GET IN TOUCH St Mary’s Parish Centre, Benburb St, Tullamore, Office Hours: Mon-Thurs, 9.30-1; 1.30-5pm. Phone: 0579321587 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. Bereavement Listening Support: Ph 0579326604. WEEKEND MASSES Church of the Assumption:(Vigil) 6.30pm Sunday 8.30am, 10.00am (Family Mass), 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 EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Mon-Sat 11am-6pm; Sun 2-6pm Enquiries 085 1162668. JOIN US ON PARISH WEBCAMS ON PARISH WEBSITE. CONFESSIONS - Saturday 2.00-3.00pm in the Day Chapel. THE DEEP END – SHALOM We do not come through suffering and difficult times unscarred. We are changed by them. Often it brings some sort of growth into our lives and usually it is not a pleasant experience. In Pope Francis’ book, Let us Dream, he says ‘To enter into crisis is to be sifted. Your categories and ways of thinking get shaken up; your priorities and lifestyles are challenged. You cross a threshold, either by your own choice or by necessity, because there are crises, that you can’t avoid.’ Today’s Gospel shows us that even the most difficult situations can be transformed. The Risen Christ stands amongst the disciples even though the doors were firmly closed. The peace that he gives them (Shalom) is a peace of body, of mind and of spirit and it moves the disciples from despair and being ‘locked away’ to ‘rejoicing’. Jesus then asks the disciples to be an unending witness to God’s love. They, and we, are invited to be for others what Jesus has been for them. The Risen Jesus is active in all our lives and in the world around us, but we must be careful not to close ourselves off or let fear take over. John tells us that he writes these things so that we may come to believe and have life. Our call is to bring this peace and joy to others, ‘so I send you’. Who can you reach out to today? Jane Mellett, Intercom April 2021 THOUGHT FOR THE DAY Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. Joshua 1:9 SEEING YOUR LIFE THROUGH THE LENS OF THE GOSPEL John 12:20-30 ‘Peace be with you’ was the greeting of Jesus on meeting his frightened apostles. Who has come to you bringing peace at times when you were frightened? For whom have you been an agent of peace? The greeting is joined with the gift of the Holy Spirit to empower the disciples to be forgiving. Forgiveness is at times an essential step on the road to peace. Perhaps you can recall when holding on to a hurt or grudge disturbed your inner peace. What helped you to forgive and find peace? Thomas, doubting and questioning, is possibly a person with whom we can identify. What part have doubting, and questioning, played on your faith journey? How has your faith been strengthened by such moments? ‘Blessed are they who have not seen and yet believed’. That requires great trust. Perhaps you have had the experience of being trusted without having had to prove every step along the way. What was it like to be trusted in that way? Who have you been able to trust in a similar manner? - John Byrne osa, Intercom April 20214 THE CROSS IN MY POCKET I carry a cross in my pocket, a simple reminder to me of the fact that I am a Christian, no matter where I may be. This little cross is not magic, nor is it a good luck charm. It isn't meant to protect me from every physical harm. It's not for identification for all the world to see. It's simply an understanding between my Saviour and me. When I put my hand in my pocket to bring out a coin or a key, the cross is there to remind me of the price He paid for me. It reminds me, too, to be thankful for my blessings day by day and to strive to serve Him better in all that I do and say. It's also a daily reminder of the peace and comfort I share with all who know my Master and give themselves to His care. So, I carry a cross in my pocket reminding no one but me that Jesus Christ is the Lord of my life if only I'll let Him be. 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 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it 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 8 7.45 Our Lady’s Mass Intentions Tues 9 10.00 Clancy Family Wed 10 7.45 Patrick & Isobelle Doherty 10.00 Christopher O’Brien, Castlebarna Thurs 11 7.45 Michael & Lily O’Brien, Clontarf Rd 10.00 Martin McDonagh Fri 12 10.00 John Bosco Nicholson Sat 13 6.30 Vera Meehan, 1st Ann Margaret Horan, 1st Ann Sun 14 8.30 May & Edward Lennon Margaret Burke 10.00 Betty & John Clifford Ber Hensey 11.30 Joe Neary, Dillon St, Mon Mem 1.00 Betty O’Connor, Mon Mem Dermot Hehir, 1st Ann Sat 13, 10am: Joseph Buckley; May Brickland; Johnny & Chrissie Kavanagh; Matthew & Patrick Conway & Family; Joseph & Annie Coughlan; Joseph Bryant; Roseanne Halloran; Bridie & Dick Loughman; Michael, Anne & Paul Keegan; Michael Duffy; JJ & John Carroll; Christopher & Kathleen Dwyer; Tom, Eileen, Veronica, Tom Jnr McLoughlin & Coyne Family; Brigid & baby Thomas McDonagh; Michael Halpin; Olivia Brennan; Dan & Eileen Kelly, Shaughnessy Family & Mary Ellen Iverson; Barbara Cassidy; PJ Geoghegan, Benny & Kay Carolan; Herr Family; May & Jimmy Owens; Fr Tom Scully OMI; Joseph & Catherine O’Connor; Jack & Kathleen Egan; Kelly Family; Cornally, Claffey & McKay Families; Pat Jennings & Family, John & Mary Kate Cummins & John Quinn; Mick & Molly Hogan & Ann Dominic; Pat & Mary Quinn, Nancy Enright & Quinn Family; Joseph, Dinny & Jane Doyle
Durrow Sun 14, 11.30am: Aidan Lynam, Mon Mem, & parents Maureen & Stephen; Bryanna Eberhard, 1st Ann. DEATHS We offer our sympathy to the families of Tommy Godley & Joe Heffernan. COLLECTIONS Plate: Tullamore €4671; Durrow €225; Envelopes €2487 Dawn Mass €449.44; Holy Thurs €881 Holy Places €2065.56 Thank you for your continued support COMMUNITY NOTICES ST PADRÉ PIO: Mass Tues 9, 7.30pm, Tullamore Church. All welcome. EUCHARISTIC ADORATION PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK: Bus leaves Parochial House, Sun 14, 8.30am sharp. Ph. PJ 087-6386270 to book a seat. MEALS ON WHEELS TULLAMORE: 50th Anniversary celebration/information day, Fri 12, Bridge Centre, 9.30am-4.30pm in appreciation of past/present drivers & helpers. All welcome. READY: Dinner Dance, Sun 14, Town House 7pm. STOMA SUPPORT GROUP: Meeting Tues 9, 6.30pm-8pm, Dochas, Offaly St. Stoma Nurse, Paula Kennedy, in attendance. More information from 0863074846. KNOCK PILGRIMAGE: Sat 4 May. To book, ph Ann 0877914828. KNOCK SHRINE: Help wanted during Pilgrimage Season. Ph 0851162668. |
06 May 2024
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