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KILDARE AND LEIGHLIN DIOCESEAND AND Day of Prayer for Survivors and Victims of Abuse Friday February 20th 2026 (1st Friday of Lent 2026) - Our annual Holy Hour for Survivors of Abuse was held in the Cathedral Parish in Carlow.
Thanks to all who attended and participated in the service.
Candle of Atonement Prayer Lord, forgive us our many sins.
We grieve and repent with all our hearts for having offended you, for our great failings and neglect of the young and vulnerable.
We place all of those who have been hurt by the Church in any way into your loving hands and under the protection of Our Blessed Mother.
Lord, bring peace to their broken lives and show us all the way out of darkness and into the light of your Word.
May we as the people of God be more fully human, more fully Christ-like and more fully your people, that we may see the errors of the past and go forward with renewed hope and faith in Christ and in our Church.
Amen. Testimonials from Young People who engage in youth activities in our Diocese.
Message from Bishop Denis Nulty Sunday, February 22, is Diocesan Safeguarding Sunday.
It is the first Sunday of Lent and appropriately so, as we enter the Penitential Season and seek forgiveness for past failings.
In his address at the January Consistory Pope Leo XIV reminded all that “abuse itself causes a deep wound, which may last a lifetime; but often the scandal in the Church is that the door was closed and victims were not welcomed or accompanied with the closeness of authentic pastors”. This year we have intentionally linked the ‘Day of Prayer for Survivors and Victims of Abuse’ on Friday, February 20 with ‘Safeguarding Sunday’ two days later.
The National Child Safeguarding Policy for our Church is called ‘A Safe and Welcoming Church’ and that is what our diocese is and our parishes are, a safe and welcoming Church.
The fact that ‘Safeguarding Sunday’ has become such a regular part of our Diocesan and Parish life, demonstrates how the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults has been so well embedded into every area of the life of our diocese, its 56 parishes and 117 faith communities.
Safeguarding Sunday is once again an opportunity to acknowledge and recognise the years of dedication and work by so many to ensure that Kildare & Leighlin Diocese is a safe place for children and all who work with them.
It’s an opportunity to thank all who today ensure safeguarding is so well embedded in our diocesan culture, Ailish Higgins, our Director of Safeguarding, currently on maternity leave, Michele Hughes, our Acting Designated Liaison Person, the Diocesan Safeguarding Committee, our Parish Safeguarding Representatives, our priests, our deacons and our people, particularly the many who volunteer at parish level, ensuring the life and vitality of their faith community.
As ever, on my parish visits, I encourage ministry with children and young people, this is an essential part of the mission of the Church.
Where altar serving, youth choirs, Sunday School have returned I welcome them warmly; where they haven’t for whatever reason, once again I encourage their early return.
The life of a parish is often defined by the active engagement of young people in that parish.
Safeguarding Sunday is a reassurance to all that being involved in the parish is governed by best practices in safeguarding.
Every blessing & thanks, Bishop of Kildare and Leighlin +Denis Nulty If you have a safeguarding concern, please contact: Diocesan Designated Liaison Person (DLP): Ailish Higgins
dlp@kandle.ie Deputy DLPs: Ms. Michele Hughes
Fr. Michéal Murphy
Contact details for all civil authorities are on display at the back of all churches in the diocese and available on the website www.kandle.ie I am a leader in the parish youth group and in the Faith Friends programme.
I really enjoy being part of the Church in this way because I am able to understand and deepen my own faith.
It makes me feel part of the Community. I enjoy helping with the Confirmation kids, because I remember what it is like to make my Confirmation.
I would like to be a part of their Confirmation journey and beyond I hope that I can encourage the young people to take their faith seriously.
Support for Survivors of Abuse Towards Healing An independent organisation providing free professional support for people who have experienced institutional, clerical or religious abuse in Ireland.
They provide counselling for survivors and their families.
Their helpline is open: Tuesday to Friday 9am-5pm Freephone: 1800 303 416. Hearing-impaired Text Line Number: 085 8022 859 .
www.towardshealing.ie Towards Peace Provides spiritual support in a safe supportive space, where people who have been affected by abuse in a Church context can be accompanied as they seek their own experience of spiritual peace, one step at a time.
01 505 3028 / 086 771 0533 .
www.towardspeace.ie Safeguarding
Sunday 22nd February 2026 Training A special word of thanks to our Diocesan Safeguarding Trainers, Trish O’Neill & Ailish Higgins who facilitated 10 training events in 2025. A total number of 177 church personnel, including clergy, religious, staff and volunteers trained in 2025. The diocesan safeguarding committee joined the Ossory safeguarding committee and attended training facilitated by the National Board in Kilkenny 17th November 2025. The training focused on the role of safeguarding committees in the context of our National Church policy and standards for safeguarding children.
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KILDARE AND LEIGHLIN DIOCESEAND AND Parish Safeguarding Audits Annual safeguarding audit forms were circulated to all parishes on 8th January 2026. To be completed and returned to Bishop’s House by 12th March 2026 . The Final Report for 2024’s Audit is available on the diocesan website: www.kandle.ie/safeguarding Following the 2024 launch of the Church’s Child Safeguarding Policy, Ailish Higgins, our Diocesan Director of Safeguarding met with young people from the diocese to ask them “What does a Safe & Welcoming Church mean to you?” Thanks to all the children and young people who took part in these sessions and were open and honest about their experience of parish life.
Thanks too to their parents, the group leaders and parish priests who supported the facilitation of these groups.
National Board for Safeguarding Children in the Catholic Church in Ireland – Biannual conference The held their biannual conference from 3rd – 5th September 2025 titled: Towards a Restorative and Transitional Justice model of engaging with victims and survivors in the Catholic Church in Ireland.
The event aimed to enhance the understanding we all have of how we must engage in a just and restorative way with those who have suffered harm in the Catholic Church in Ireland.
Our diocesan director of safeguarding and DLP attended the event and shared valuable feedback with our diocesan safeguarding committee.
The learning from the conference will help guide our practice going forward.
Special thanks to the National Board for organising and hosting the event.
Youth Participation Amadeus Christmas Clane Confirmation class Safeguarding Checklist for Parishes Displayed in all Church Porches The Kildare & Leighlin Child Safeguarding Statement Poster dated 2024 and signed by Bishop Nulty (please remove ALL old statement posters, these are now obsolete).
Child Friendly Safeguarding Poster Parish webcam and CCTV notice/poster Towards Healing Poster In the Sacristy Register – Spine bound book to be signed by all who enter the sacristy (to be used even when no altar servers present, available for purchase from Faith Development Services.
Celebret Request Poster Codes of Behaviour (one for adults, and one for servers where applicable).
Local Safeguarding Representatives Have completed recruitment process and full diocesan safeguarding training Have clear role description (leaflets available on role of LSR) Have completed vetting process.
Be aware of DLP contact details. Be aware of reporting procedures for allegations of abuse.
Support Parish priest with ensuring all activities with children/ young people and vulnerable adults are in line with Church Policy.
Support Parish Priest with completion of the annual safeguarding self-adult.
Staff & Volunteers working with children / young people Have completed recruitment process and appropriate diocesan safeguarding training.
Have completed vetting process. Ensure consent forms are completed.
Maintain a record of attendance for all activities involving under 18s.
Codes of behaviour in place for adult leaders and children/ young people.
Risk Assessment for activities involving under 18s to be completed annually, sample document on diocesan website.
John Paul Awards Youth Pilgrimage to Rome
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KILDARE AND LEIGHLIN DIOCESEAND AND Day of Prayer for Survivors and Victims of Abuse Friday February 20th 2026 (1st Friday of Lent 2026) - Our annual Holy Hour for Survivors of Abuse was held in the Cathedral Parish in Carlow.
Thanks to all who attended and participated in the service.
Candle of Atonement Prayer Lord, forgive us our many sins.
We grieve and repent with all our hearts for having offended you, for our great failings and neglect of the young and vulnerable.
We place all of those who have been hurt by the Church in any way into your loving hands and under the protection of Our Blessed Mother.
Lord, bring peace to their broken lives and show us all the way out of darkness and into the light of your Word.
May we as the people of God be more fully human, more fully Christ-like and more fully your people, that we may see the errors of the past and go forward with renewed hope and faith in Christ and in our Church.
Amen. Testimonials from Young People who engage in youth activities in our Diocese.
Message from Bishop Denis Nulty Sunday, February 22, is Diocesan Safeguarding Sunday.
It is the first Sunday of Lent and appropriately so, as we enter the Penitential Season and seek forgiveness for past failings.
In his address at the January Consistory Pope Leo XIV reminded all that “abuse itself causes a deep wound, which may last a lifetime; but often the scandal in the Church is that the door was closed and victims were not welcomed or accompanied with the closeness of authentic pastors”. This year we have intentionally linked the ‘Day of Prayer for Survivors and Victims of Abuse’ on Friday, February 20 with ‘Safeguarding Sunday’ two days later.
The National Child Safeguarding Policy for our Church is called ‘A Safe and Welcoming Church’ and that is what our diocese is and our parishes are, a safe and welcoming Church.
The fact that ‘Safeguarding Sunday’ has become such a regular part of our Diocesan and Parish life, demonstrates how the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults has been so well embedded into every area of the life of our diocese, its 56 parishes and 117 faith communities.
Safeguarding Sunday is once again an opportunity to acknowledge and recognise the years of dedication and work by so many to ensure that Kildare & Leighlin Diocese is a safe place for children and all who work with them.
It’s an opportunity to thank all who today ensure safeguarding is so well embedded in our diocesan culture, Ailish Higgins, our Director of Safeguarding, currently on maternity leave, Michele Hughes, our Acting Designated Liaison Person, the Diocesan Safeguarding Committee, our Parish Safeguarding Representatives, our priests, our deacons and our people, particularly the many who volunteer at parish level, ensuring the life and vitality of their faith community.
As ever, on my parish visits, I encourage ministry with children and young people, this is an essential part of the mission of the Church.
Where altar serving, youth choirs, Sunday School have returned I welcome them warmly; where they haven’t for whatever reason, once again I encourage their early return.
The life of a parish is often defined by the active engagement of young people in that parish.
Safeguarding Sunday is a reassurance to all that being involved in the parish is governed by best practices in safeguarding.
Every blessing & thanks, Bishop of Kildare and Leighlin +Denis Nulty If you have a safeguarding concern, please contact: Diocesan Designated Liaison Person (DLP): Ailish Higgins
dlp@kandle.ie Deputy DLPs: Ms. Michele Hughes
Fr. Michéal Murphy
Contact details for all civil authorities are on display at the back of all churches in the diocese and available on the website www.kandle.ie I am a leader in the parish youth group and in the Faith Friends programme.
I really enjoy being part of the Church in this way because I am able to understand and deepen my own faith.
It makes me feel part of the Community. I enjoy helping with the Confirmation kids, because I remember what it is like to make my Confirmation.
I would like to be a part of their Confirmation journey and beyond I hope that I can encourage the young people to take their faith seriously.
Support for Survivors of Abuse Towards Healing An independent organisation providing free professional support for people who have experienced institutional, clerical or religious abuse in Ireland.
They provide counselling for survivors and their families.
Their helpline is open: Tuesday to Friday 9am-5pm Freephone: 1800 303 416. Hearing-impaired Text Line Number: 085 8022 859 .
www.towardshealing.ie Towards Peace Provides spiritual support in a safe supportive space, where people who have been affected by abuse in a Church context can be accompanied as they seek their own experience of spiritual peace, one step at a time.
01 505 3028 / 086 771 0533 .
www.towardspeace.ie Safeguarding
Sunday 22nd February 2026 Training A special word of thanks to our Diocesan Safeguarding Trainers, Trish O’Neill & Ailish Higgins who facilitated 10 training events in 2025. A total number of 177 church personnel, including clergy, religious, staff and volunteers trained in 2025. The diocesan safeguarding committee joined the Ossory safeguarding committee and attended training facilitated by the National Board in Kilkenny 17th November 2025. The training focused on the role of safeguarding committees in the context of our National Church policy and standards for safeguarding children.
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KILDARE AND LEIGHLIN DIOCESEAND AND Parish Safeguarding Audits Annual safeguarding audit forms were circulated to all parishes on 8th January 2026. To be completed and returned to Bishop’s House by 12th March 2026 . The Final Report for 2024’s Audit is available on the diocesan website: www.kandle.ie/safeguarding Following the 2024 launch of the Church’s Child Safeguarding Policy, Ailish Higgins, our Diocesan Director of Safeguarding met with young people from the diocese to ask them “What does a Safe & Welcoming Church mean to you?” Thanks to all the children and young people who took part in these sessions and were open and honest about their experience of parish life.
Thanks too to their parents, the group leaders and parish priests who supported the facilitation of these groups.
National Board for Safeguarding Children in the Catholic Church in Ireland – Biannual conference The held their biannual conference from 3rd – 5th September 2025 titled: Towards a Restorative and Transitional Justice model of engaging with victims and survivors in the Catholic Church in Ireland.
The event aimed to enhance the understanding we all have of how we must engage in a just and restorative way with those who have suffered harm in the Catholic Church in Ireland.
Our diocesan director of safeguarding and DLP attended the event and shared valuable feedback with our diocesan safeguarding committee.
The learning from the conference will help guide our practice going forward.
Special thanks to the National Board for organising and hosting the event.
Youth Participation Amadeus Christmas Clane Confirmation class Safeguarding Checklist for Parishes Displayed in all Church Porches The Kildare & Leighlin Child Safeguarding Statement Poster dated 2024 and signed by Bishop Nulty (please remove ALL old statement posters, these are now obsolete).
Child Friendly Safeguarding Poster Parish webcam and CCTV notice/poster Towards Healing Poster In the Sacristy Register – Spine bound book to be signed by all who enter the sacristy (to be used even when no altar servers present, available for purchase from Faith Development Services.
Celebret Request Poster Codes of Behaviour (one for adults, and one for servers where applicable).
Local Safeguarding Representatives Have completed recruitment process and full diocesan safeguarding training Have clear role description (leaflets available on role of LSR) Have completed vetting process.
Be aware of DLP contact details. Be aware of reporting procedures for allegations of abuse.
Support Parish priest with ensuring all activities with children/ young people and vulnerable adults are in line with Church Policy.
Support Parish Priest with completion of the annual safeguarding self-adult.
Staff & Volunteers working with children / young people Have completed recruitment process and appropriate diocesan safeguarding training.
Have completed vetting process. Ensure consent forms are completed.
Maintain a record of attendance for all activities involving under 18s.
Codes of behaviour in place for adult leaders and children/ young people.
Risk Assessment for activities involving under 18s to be completed annually, sample document on diocesan website.
John Paul Awards Youth Pilgrimage to Rome
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ARLES DOONANE PARISH NEWSLETTER First Reading A reading from the book of the Apocalypse I, John, saw another angel rising where the sun rises, carrying the seal of the living God; he called in a powerful voice to the four angels whose duty was to devastate land and sea, ‘Wait before you do any damage on land or at sea or to the trees, until we have put the seal on the foreheads of the servants of our God.
Then I heard how many were sealed: a hundred and forty-four thousand, out of all the tribes of Israel.
After that I saw a huge number, impossible to count, of people from every nation, race, tribe and language; they were standing in front of the throne and in front of the Lamb, dressed in white robes and holding palms in their hands.
They shouted aloud, ‘Victory to our God, who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb!
And all the angels who were standing in a circle round the throne, surrounding the elders and the four animals, prostrated themselves before the throne, and touched the ground with their foreheads, worshipping God with these words, ‘Amen.
Praise and glory and wisdom and thanksgiving and honour and power and strength to our God for ever and ever.
Amen.’ One of the elders then spoke, and asked me,‘Do you know who these people are, dressed in white robes, and where they have come from?
I answered him,‘You can tell me, my lord.
Then he said, ‘These are the people who have been through the great persecution, and they have washed their robes white again in the blood of the Lamb.
The Word of the Lord Responsorial Psalm Response: Such are the men who seek your face, O Lord.
Second Reading A reading from the letter of St. John Think of the love that the Father has lavished on us, by letting us be called God’s children; and that is what we are.
Because the world refused to acknowledge him, therefore it does not acknowledge us.
My dear people, we are already the children of God but what we are to be in the future has not yet been revealed; all we know is, that when it is revealed we shall be like him because we shall see him as he really is.
Surely everyone who entertains this hope must purify himself, must try to be as pure as Christ. The Word of the Lord.
Alleluia, alleluia! Come to me, all you who labour and are overburdened and I will give you rest, says the Lord.
Alleluia! Gospel A reading from the holy Gospel according to Matthew Seeing the crowds, Jesus went up the hill.
There he sat down and was joined by his disciples.
Then he began to speak. This is what he taught them: ‘How happy are the poor in spirit; theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Happy the gentle: they shall have the earth for their heritage.
Happy those who mourn: they shall be comforted.
Happy those who hunger and thirst for what is right: they shall be satisfied.
Happy the merciful: they shall have mercy shown them.
Happy the pure in heart: they shall see God.
Happy the peacemakers: they shall be called sons of God.
Happy those who are persecuted in the cause of right: theirs is the kingdom of heaven. ‘Happy are you when people abuse you and persecute you and speak all kinds of calumny against you on my account.
Rejoice and be glad, for your reward will be great in heaven.
The Gospel of the Lord 1st Nov 2026 Feast of All Saints November A Time to Remember Our Departed Loved Ones "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life” (Jn. 3:16) Over these next few weeks, we take time to remember our departed family members, loved ones, neighbours and friends.
As we do so we reawaken precious memories—happy times spent together.
For some of us, and particularly those who are recently bereaved, such an activity can be painful and evoke feelings of great sadness and loss.
In such moments the Lord is close to us.
He is at our side to gently bless us and reassure us that our loved ones are at peace and rest in the company of the saints in heaven.
If you are in the habit of visiting the resting place of your loved ones during the next month, this old Irish blessing prayer may be suitable for such an occasion.
Prayer When Visiting a Cemetery May God bless all the company of souls here, may God and Mary bless you.
Youtoo spent awhile here just as we are now and we too will join you soon.
May we all be adorned in the beauty of the bright King of Heaven.
Go mbeannaí Dia daoibh, a fhoireann, go mbeannaí Dia daoibh agus Muire.
Bhí sibhse tamall mar atá sinne, Beimidne fós mar atá sibhse.
Go rabhaimid go léir fé mhaise Ag Rí geal na cruinne.
Arles https://www.arlesparish.ie
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Religious Services to attend Morning Mass: 10am Tuesday – Friday (Arles) Recitation of the Rosary : 9.30am Tuesday – Friday (Arles) Confession: After 10am Arles Mass (First Friday) Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: Mon. 7.30pm-8.30pm (Ballylinan) , Tues. 11am-1pm (Killeen) & Wed. 10am-9pm (Doonane) In Memoriam Anniversaries for 01 November 2026 Ballylinan (7pm): Hickey, Carlow Road (Months Mind) Doonane (8pm): Seamus Rowan Killeen (9am): Mary Behan, Tierernane (3rd Anniversary) Liam & Gloria Cassidy Michael & Patricia Daly Arles (10am): Margaret (Peggy) O'Dwyer, Monasterevin Mayo (11.30am):
Anniversaries for 08 November 2026 Ballylinan (7pm): Eamon Kaye William & Margaret Bambrick, their daughters Mary & Pauline & their son Willie.
Doonane (8pm): Jim & Nellie Doyle, and Purcell Family Maura Nash, Doonane Tce Joan Brophy, Doonane Rd (1st Anniv.
Julia Fox , Doonane Road Killeen (9am): Carol Miller (8th Anniv .) Arles (10am): Anna and James Kealy, and their daughter Anita Brennan.
Mayo (11.30am): Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord First Holy Communion Parents Meeting A meeting of parents for children (in our six parish schools) intending to receive their First Holy Communion in 2027 will take place in Arles Hall (R93 DF74) at 7pm on
Monday 9th November. Mass for the Instataltion of Two Sacred Icons in Killeen Church
Sunday 22nd November at 9am Chief celebrant : Bishop Denis Nulty Refreshments afterwards in Kill een Hall All are welcome.
Mary McHugh Icons Mary McHugh’s mother Martha McHugh (nee McDonald) was born and reared in Grange Road, Maganey.
Martha’s mother Marcella and father Patrick, her brothers Michael, Harry and Patrick all have their resting place in Killeen Grave Yard as are many close relatives.
Mary is donating two Icons , ‘The Annunciation’ and ‘Mother and Child’ to Killeen Church and has considered it a most profound honour that the Parish is accepting these for permanent display in Killeen.
Mary has lived in Switzerland for over 50 years and has trained in Iconography under a Russian expert in Lausanne.
Mary created theses Icons using the same type materials, paints and gold leaf as was used during the creation of the original Icons.
It is hoped that the generations to follow will enjoy these ‘creations’ long into the future.
November Dead List The November Dead List can be renewed during this month by contacting Mairead in the Parish Office (Tues & Fri 10am-1pm) or bring it along to any of our novena masses.
November Dead List forms are available in all the churches for your convenience.
Triduum in Honour of St. Martin de Porres St. Michael’s Church, Athy
Sunday 1st Nov Mass at 7.30pm
Monday 2nd Nov Mass at 7.30pm
Tuesday 3rd Nov Mass at 7.30pm, with Anointing of the Sick CELEBRATING 60 YEARS OF KILLABBAN ICA! Friday, 20th November 2026 Anniversary Mass: 6.00pm at St Abban’s Church, Killeen 60th Anniversary Dinner Dance: 7.00pm at Killeen Hall Tickets: €30 per person Please spread the word and join us in celebrating 60 wonderful years of Killabban ICA! To book your tickets, contact Mary Dunne on 087 069 7617 . RSVP by Friday, 30th October 2026. Sick and Housebound Fr. Padraig will call to the Sick & Housebound of the parish this coming Friday (6th November) If you wish to be added to those who are attended monthly , please ring the Parish Office with your details (083) 8765 800.
Details
(083) 8765 800
Opening Hours: Tuesday 10am - 1pm & Friday 10am - 1pm arlesdoonaneparish@gmail.com FUNDRAISER FOR MAYO NA TIONAL SCHOOL, CRETTY ARD We are aiming to raise €7,500 to resurface our school wall and would greatly appreciate the support of our local community & friends in helping us reach this important goal.
Our Christmas by Candlelight event promises to be a wonderful festive evening, featuring special performances by Eugene Kavanagh, our school children and some very special guests, all coming together in support of our school and its pupils.
Tickets can be purchased outside Sunday Mass in Mayo Church, at the school, through the Parents’ Council, or by contacting Bernie on 087 913 1042 . Thank you for your continued generosity and support.
We look forward to welcoming you. Novena of Masses for those on the November Dead List The novena will begin on
Tuesday 10th Nov to
Friday 13th Nov at 10am in Arles Church. And in Arles the following week from
Tuesday 17th to
Friday 20th Nov at 10am. Youn are welcome to Light a Memorial Candle for your departed family members for the duration of the Novena. All are welcome
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Holy Family Parish, Askea 25th October 2026 Vol 37 No 48 Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time THE FALLING OF THE LEAVES Autumn is over the long leaves that love us, and over the mice in the barley sheaves.
Yellow the leaves of the rowan above us, and yellow the wet wild-strawberry leaves.
The hour of the waning of love has beset us, and weary and worn are our sad souls now.
Let us the season of passion forget us, with a kiss and a tear on thy drooping brow.
William Butler Yeat Next Weekend: Feast of All Saints Mass Askea Church:
Saturday 31st October at 7pm – Vigil Mass
Sunday 1st November at 9am, 10.30am and 12 Noon. All Souls Mass with Commemoration of the Faithful Departed in Askea Church:
Monday 2nd November 2026 at 7pm Fr. Tom Little 059 - 91-31559 / 087 2481731
Fr Tommy Dillon 059 - 91-42565
Emergency Priest on Duty 087 2588118
Askea Parish Community Centre Phone 059 91-42565
Askea 9.30am Mon-Fri. Sat 7pm. Sun 9am, 10.30am & 12 Noon.
Sun 11.30am. Tinryland Tues &
Wed 9.30am,
Fri 7.30pm, Sunday 10am
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Keeping in Touch St Mary’s Parish, Bennekerry 25th October 2026 Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time THE FALLING OF THE LEAVES Autumn is over the long leaves that love us, and over the mice in the barley sheaves.
Yellow the leaves of the rowan above us, and yellow the wet wild-strawberry leaves.
The hour of the waning of love has beset us, and weary and worn are our sad souls now.
Let us the season of passion forget us, with a kiss and a tear on thy drooping brow.
William Butler Yeats Next Weekend: Feast of All Saints and Feast of All Souls Mass with Commemoration of the Faithful Departed Bennekerry Church:
Sunday 1st November at 11.30am Commemoration of the Faithful Departed Mass in Askea Church:
Monday 2nd November 2026 at 7pm
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St Mary’s Parish, Bennekerry Fr Tom Little PP – Ph 059 9131559 . Fr Tommy Dillon PE 059 9142565
Newsletter Items – 059 9143881 . Deadline for News items: - 5pm Wednesdays Emergency Number for the Priest on Duty 087 2588118 .
Parish Office – 059 9142565
Website: www.askeaparish.ie ;
office@askeaparish.ie Anniversaries 25th October Jimmy Hutton, Rutland.
Colette Hutton, Rutland. John Byrne, Ardnehue, Bennekerry.
Nancy Sweeney, Friarstown. . THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK Character is like a tree and reputation like its shadow.
The shadow is what we think of, the tree is the real thing.
Abraham Lincoln
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& Diocesan Lotto Results draw 21st October 2026 Numbers drawn were 12, 15, 18, 27 . No €13,000 Jackpot winner.
Match 3s get €100 each. Askea / Bennekerry had no Match 3 winners.
Winner Promotor Next week’s Jackpot is €14,000. Tickets for the Lotto are available in the Church and can be bought for multiple weeks.
You can also call to the Parish Centre during the week to buy a ticket.
Tickets must be in by 3pm on Tuesdays. NOTE : A free ticket is permissible when 10 or multiples of 10 tickets are sold.
Eucharistic Adoration: takes place in Askea Church on Wednesdays from 10am to 5pm . Firewood for sale: All Hardwood. €200 for a tipper truck load – delivered.
Contact 087 274 4241 . Askea Senior Citizens’ News Monthly Night Out in Askea Parish Community Centre on
Wednesday 28th October at 7 to 9:30pm.
Bingo, music and cuppa. All are welcome. Transport available.
Contact: Marian at 059 9143010 . Christmas Party on
Sunday 29th November. For those interested €25 to be paid by
Friday 20th November.
Contact: Marian at 059 9143010 . Men’s Monthly Rosary Carlow .
Saturday 1st November 1.30 pm, at the Liberty tree (opposite McDonald’s) . Everyone is Welcome.
Enquiries 086 374 2641 . Presentation Sisters’ 250th Celebrations: Many congratulations to the Presentation Sisters who celebrated their 250th anniversary on Thursday last with a Prayer Service and Blessing of the Cemetery at the Cathedral among other activities to make this special occasion.
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Beginners Yoga Class: every Thursday at 7pm in Askea Parish Centre.
If you have been considering yoga but are not sure where to start?
Pam Butler has 26 years of experience gently introducing people to yoga.
Call 086 089 1141 for more information or see pambutleryoga.com/shop for booking details.
Graiguecullen Bingo:
Tuesday 27th October 2026 in St. Fiacc’s Hall 8.30pm. Jackpot on 40 numbers € 700. Double Number € 320. Lotto € 3 400. Bonus Ball € 2 700 K&L Reading Group: Our Kildare & Leighlin Reading Group takes place on Wednesday, 4th November 2026 from 3.30 pm – 5.pm in St. Patricks/ Carlow College.
The focus of our discussion will be on the challenge of A. I. Members are asked to read the article and will be invited to respond to it at our meeting.
The group normally meets three times a year, with our meeting and tea/coffee hosted in the college by Conn Ó Maoldhomhnaigh.
All are most welcome. If anyone would like to receive a copy of the article, please contact Fr. Paul or Fr. Conn.
Carlow Flower Club: Our October/Halloween Demonstration is by Diane Gallagher AOIFA, Teacher Judge and Demonstrator from Doddervale Flower Club,
Tuesday 27th October at 8 pm Woodford Dolmen Hotel. All arrangements will be raffled on the night.
Competition for all classes will be “Autumn Fruits & Berries” a table arrangement.
Visitors welcome, visitors fee €10. There will be a plant sale on the night.
Holy Family Askea: is open for enrolments for the 2027/2028 school year from 16th October 2026 to 6th November 2026. Application forms are available to download at: www.askeans.ie , on request: by emailing info@askeans.ie or in person at Holy Family Askea, Carlow, R93 VX27 Barrow Valley Art Group: Annual exhibition of paintings, in association with Carlow County Hospice, will be held in Cobden Hall, St Patrick’s College Carlow from
Saturday 24th to
Saturday 31st October. Exhibition open
Sunday 25th 11 am to 5 pm, Monday to
Friday 11 am to 5 pm, and
Saturday 31st - 11 am to 1 pm. All welcome, admission free.
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Sacred Music Workshop Day for Parish Choirs – Calling all Choir Members.
Bishop Denis and the Commission for Liturgical Formation are hosting a workshop day for choir members in the diocese on Saturday, 21 November 2026 from 11-4:30 in Carlow Cathedral.
Led by Marian Gaynor and team. This promises to be a lovely day for choir members with a music pack, the diocesan Guide for Music Ministry, a hot lunch and a Big Sing of Liam Lawton’s ‘Magnificat’ all included.
The day is free of charge, but places are limited and registration is essential.
Music pack and lunch can only be provided for choir members from the diocese who have booked a place.
Bookings open on
Monday 19 October. The Irish Cancer Society is seeking compassionate volunteer drivers: As a volunteer driver you would be bringing patients undergoing chemotherapy to the hospital and back home for their treatment.
Gifting your time means that cancer patients will have comfortable (one on one) transport to attend appointments for their lifesaving treatment.
If you can spare 2 days per month, have a valid driving licence, a nd a safe, reliable vehicle, you are the perfect candidate to make a significant difference.
The Irish Cancer Society will provide you with training before you start as a driver for us.
Your generosity not only eases the journey for many during a challenging time but also offers comfort and support when it's needed most. For more information and to become a volunteer driver, please contact Monica or Emily at volunteer@irishcancer.ie Synodal Pathway Update: National Synodal Assembly: Saturday, 17th October, was a momentous and historic day in the life of the Irish Church in which over a dozen delegates from our diocese participated.
Locally in our parishes there is much to receive from the prayer, listening and discernment of the past five years.
The working document for the assembly is still a valuable document for parishes and a number of accounts and reports from the day can be viewed in the latest news section of www.synod.ie These are important to read alongside the raw figures on each proposal.
Our delegates will gather with Bishop Denis on 3rd November to reflect on the assembly and where it is leads us now.
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CALENDAR 27th October: St Otteran, a descendant of Conall Gulban, is usually identified with Odhran who preceded Colum Cille in Iona.
His death is recorded in 548 and his grave was greatly revered in Iona.
He was chosen by the Vikings as patron of the City of Waterford in 1096 and later patron of the diocese. 28th October: Saints Simon and Jude.
The teaching of the apostles is the living Gospel for all to hear.
Their authority comes from their fidelity to Christ and his message.
We pray today that they continue to watch over the Church and give protection against error.
St Jude is Patron of hopeless causes. 29th October: St Colman hailed from Kilmacduagh, Co. Galway, in the 7th century after studying in Aran, where he founded two churches on Inis Mhór, he returned to make a foundation at Kilmacduagh. 31st October Blessed Dominic Collins was born around 1566 in Youghall Co. Cork.
In 1598, after a military career, he entered the Society of Jesus as a Brother.
He returned to Ireland in 1601, but on 17 June 1601 he was captured by the English who tried in vain to make him renounce his faith.
He was hanged in his native city on 31 October 1602.
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Pray For Joe Phełan , Market Square who was interred in Bagenalstown Cemetery on Thursday.
Pat Tracey , Yorkshire, England & Fenagh Anna Quirke Bolt, Linkardstown, Tinryland.
Mass on Sunday8th November in Ballinkillen Church at 10:00am. Pat Nolan , Newtown.
Mass on
Sunday 8 November in Newtown Church at 9:00am.th Michael Coffey , Kilree Lane. Mass on
Sunday 8 November in Bagenalstown Church at 11:30am.th INFORMATION EVENING for older persons and people living with dementia or conditions affecting memory.
Please come along to Leighlin Parish Centre on Thursday, November 5th.
Brief presentations will be given by The Alzheimer's Society of Ireland, Carlow Older People's Network.
ASI Bethany House and ALONE. Commencing 7.30 pm. ALL WELCOME The Church Newsletter; Notice: To guarantee inclusion in our Church Newsletter, all anniversary bookings must be received 10days be fore date of anniversary Mass with deadline at 2pm on the Wednesday before p ublication.
Thanks.
All anniversary bookings must be received before 2pm on the Wed before publication.
Maura Doyle, Ballymartin, Borris Dora Henchon nee Salter, Dublin & St. Brigid's Crescent Christy Johnson, 10 Conway Park Kathleen, Brendan & Elizabeth Corcoran, 2 Pairc Mhuire Margaret Sykes, Ballyloughan Byran Nolan, 60 Eastwood Eamonn Mahon, 63St. Brigids Crescent Willie Lillis, Fairgreen Jim Mraa, Lancashire, England & Kilree Street Bridget McGrath, 14 Acres, Kilcarrig Peter Hickey, Gormona Mary Lutpon, Carrig Hugh Doyle, Eastwood Johnny McNally, 9 Barrett Street Margaret O'Sullivan, Regent Street John Rea, Lough House Richard'Dick' Hughes, 11 Pairc Mhuire William & Jane Hughes, Nurney & their sons Patrick & Leo Pat Armstrong, Kilree Street Jim Keegan These Anniversaries will be played for on
Friday 6th &
Saturday 7 November 10:00am Mass in Parish Churchth First Friday Anniversaries Newtown Church 6 November at 7:00pmth Philip O’Brien, Rathercan Esther Curran, Ballywilliamroe & her daughter Catherine Kenna Sarah & Patrick Mullins, Nurney Theresa Redmond, Artane, Dublin Mary Murray, Bagenal Court Bryan Nolan, 60 Eastwood Eileen O’Rourke, Augha Mary Guidera, Kilcullen Frank Mawling, Rathellen Deceased members of Whelan Family, Kildare Tommy Dobbs, Aclare, Myshall Peter Gablik, Slovakia & Bagenalstown Agnes Murphy, Nurney Ned Moran, Nurney Pender McCarthy, Clonburrin House Pat Brennan, Newtown, Nurney Gerard Brennan, Newtown, Nurney Willie Murphy, Evergreen Liam Nolan, Ballaghaderreen Jack & Sarah Butler, Fenagh Kate Nolan, Newtown House & her sons Pat, Tom & John I’Anniv Catherine Gloin nee Murray, London & Ballaghaderneen Paddy Cox, Fenagh Frank Kane, Manchester & Fenagh Patrick Hughes, Ballybromhill Kathleen Hughes, Ballybromhill Val Fleming, Nurney Rexie & Eileen McDonnell, Boherduff Jim & Geraldine McDonnell, Boherduff Brigid Carroll, Fenagh Brigid, Paddy & Tim Brady, Ballytarsna First Friday Anniversaries Ballinkillen Church 6 November at 8:00pmth Elizabeth O’Neill, Ballinkillen Maura Doyle, Ballymartin, Borris Margaret Sykes, Ballyloughan Jim & Anne Power, James & Mary Cummins, Skahanrane Annie Kane, Lourm Sean Kane, Lorum Michael Canavan, Ballinkillen Patrick Power, Kilgreaney Kitty Shaughgnessy, Donore Peter & Catherine Ryan, Corries & their son Michael Carmel Brenan, Ballinkillen Patsy Keegan, Corries Annie Byrne, Ballinkillen Synodal Pathway Update: National Spnodal Assembly Saturday, 17 October, was a momentous and historic day in the life of the Irish Church in which over a dozen delegates from our diocese participated.
Locally in our parishes there is much to receive from the prayer, listening and discernment of the past five years.
The working document for the assembly is still a valuable document for parishes and a number of accounts and reports from the day can be viewed in the latest news section of www.synod.ie These are important to read alongside the raw figures on each proposal.
Our delegates will gather with Bishop Denis on 3 November to reflect on the assembly and where it is leads us now.
Bagenalstown-Ballinkillen-Newtown www.bagenalstownparish.ie Parish Office 059-9721 154
First Anniversary Registered Charity No. 20015848
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WEBCAM from our Parish Church which can be viewed from our Parish website.
FUNERALS 24 HOUR Your voice is required from the family to have wish to have Funeral Mass recorded Fr Declan Foley: 087-6684299
Fr Shem Furlong : 087-2400582
Hours: Mon/Tues/Thurs 9:30-5pm Fri 9:30-12noon (Office Closed Wednesday)
059-972l1l54 PARISH RADIO Tune in for Mass go to 106.9fm FEAST OF ALL SAINTS at all Sunday Masses Commemoration of all the Faithful Departed.
Mass at 10:00am. with names of those who have died.
Allpeople whose names are these convolopes will be remembered at many of our Masses in the Parish throughout the month of the Holy Souls.
November is the month when we traditionally remember our loved ones who have gone before us.
The Tree of Life is an encouraging symbol.
Just as in Spring, new leaves turn into new life.
This is our Christian hope regarding the promise of everlasting life.
Please write your loved ones name and place it on o ur Tree of Life where they will be remembered throughout month of November.
Newtown Church at 7:00pm on First
Friday 6th November (incl Anniversaries) Ballinkillen Church at 8:00pm on First
Friday 6th November (incl Anniversaries) Bagenalstown Church at 6:00pm on
Saturday 7th November All families of recently bereaved are especially invited to this Special Mass Confirmation Dates 2027 Newtown Dunleckney NS 13th February 2027 at 11:00am in Newtown Church St. Brigids Boys NS 27th February 2027 at 11:00am in Bagenalstown Chur ch Queen of the Universe NS 27th February at 11:00am in Bagenalstown Church Ballinkillen Church NS 6th March at 11:00am in Ballinkillen Church Nurney NS 13th March 2027 at 11:00am in Newtown Church First Holy Communion Dates 2027 Ballinkillen NS on 1st May at 11:00am Ballinkillen Church Garryhill NS on 8th May at 11:00am Bagenalstown Church Newtown Dunleckney NS on 15th May at 11:00am Newtown Church St Brigids Boys NS on 22nd May at 11:00am Bagenalstown Church Queen of the Universe NS on 22nd May at 11:00am Bagenalstown Church Donation of Prizes - Draw for Parish We will gratefully accept donations of prizes for a draw on the night of the Bagenalstown Gaels GAA Fundraiser Concert on Wednes day 18 November.
All DRAW proceeds go to the Parish.th Visit to the Sick/Housebound Dead List Envelopes can be handed in from 1* Nov November–Remembering our Dead www.bagenalstownparish.ie CHURCH NOTICES THREE CHURCHES - ONE PARISH
Monday 2nd November All Souls Day NOVEMBER SPECIAL MASES Bagenalstown-Ballinkillen-Nettown Regriateded Charly No. 20015848 For all who died since 1st November 2025 HOLY DAY — 1ST NOV Feast of All Saints Day CHURCH NEWSLETTER1st November 2026 Confirmation Preparation Mass on
Thursday 5 November in Parish Church at 7:30pm. th All are welcome. Visit to the Housebound will be attended
Monday 9th November Monday morning - Town Area Monday afternoon - Ballinkillen & Newtown Area’s
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KILDARE AND LEIGHLIN DIOCESEAND AND Day of Prayer for Survivors and Victims of Abuse Friday February 20th 2026 (1st Friday of Lent 2026) - Our annual Holy Hour for Survivors of Abuse was held in the Cathedral Parish in Carlow.
Thanks to all who attended and participated in the service.
Candle of Atonement Prayer Lord, forgive us our many sins.
We grieve and repent with all our hearts for having offended you, for our great failings and neglect of the young and vulnerable.
We place all of those who have been hurt by the Church in any way into your loving hands and under the protection of Our Blessed Mother.
Lord, bring peace to their broken lives and show us all the way out of darkness and into the light of your Word.
May we as the people of God be more fully human, more fully Christ-like and more fully your people, that we may see the errors of the past and go forward with renewed hope and faith in Christ and in our Church.
Amen. Testimonials from Young People who engage in youth activities in our Diocese.
Message from Bishop Denis Nulty Sunday, February 22, is Diocesan Safeguarding Sunday.
It is the first Sunday of Lent and appropriately so, as we enter the Penitential Season and seek forgiveness for past failings.
In his address at the January Consistory Pope Leo XIV reminded all that “abuse itself causes a deep wound, which may last a lifetime; but often the scandal in the Church is that the door was closed and victims were not welcomed or accompanied with the closeness of authentic pastors”. This year we have intentionally linked the ‘Day of Prayer for Survivors and Victims of Abuse’ on Friday, February 20 with ‘Safeguarding Sunday’ two days later.
The National Child Safeguarding Policy for our Church is called ‘A Safe and Welcoming Church’ and that is what our diocese is and our parishes are, a safe and welcoming Church.
The fact that ‘Safeguarding Sunday’ has become such a regular part of our Diocesan and Parish life, demonstrates how the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults has been so well embedded into every area of the life of our diocese, its 56 parishes and 117 faith communities.
Safeguarding Sunday is once again an opportunity to acknowledge and recognise the years of dedication and work by so many to ensure that Kildare & Leighlin Diocese is a safe place for children and all who work with them.
It’s an opportunity to thank all who today ensure safeguarding is so well embedded in our diocesan culture, Ailish Higgins, our Director of Safeguarding, currently on maternity leave, Michele Hughes, our Acting Designated Liaison Person, the Diocesan Safeguarding Committee, our Parish Safeguarding Representatives, our priests, our deacons and our people, particularly the many who volunteer at parish level, ensuring the life and vitality of their faith community.
As ever, on my parish visits, I encourage ministry with children and young people, this is an essential part of the mission of the Church.
Where altar serving, youth choirs, Sunday School have returned I welcome them warmly; where they haven’t for whatever reason, once again I encourage their early return.
The life of a parish is often defined by the active engagement of young people in that parish.
Safeguarding Sunday is a reassurance to all that being involved in the parish is governed by best practices in safeguarding.
Every blessing & thanks, Bishop of Kildare and Leighlin +Denis Nulty If you have a safeguarding concern, please contact: Diocesan Designated Liaison Person (DLP): Ailish Higgins
dlp@kandle.ie Deputy DLPs: Ms. Michele Hughes
Fr. Michéal Murphy
Contact details for all civil authorities are on display at the back of all churches in the diocese and available on the website www.kandle.ie I am a leader in the parish youth group and in the Faith Friends programme.
I really enjoy being part of the Church in this way because I am able to understand and deepen my own faith.
It makes me feel part of the Community. I enjoy helping with the Confirmation kids, because I remember what it is like to make my Confirmation.
I would like to be a part of their Confirmation journey and beyond I hope that I can encourage the young people to take their faith seriously.
Support for Survivors of Abuse Towards Healing An independent organisation providing free professional support for people who have experienced institutional, clerical or religious abuse in Ireland.
They provide counselling for survivors and their families.
Their helpline is open: Tuesday to Friday 9am-5pm Freephone: 1800 303 416. Hearing-impaired Text Line Number: 085 8022 859 .
www.towardshealing.ie Towards Peace Provides spiritual support in a safe supportive space, where people who have been affected by abuse in a Church context can be accompanied as they seek their own experience of spiritual peace, one step at a time.
01 505 3028 / 086 771 0533 .
www.towardspeace.ie Safeguarding
Sunday 22nd February 2026 Training A special word of thanks to our Diocesan Safeguarding Trainers, Trish O’Neill & Ailish Higgins who facilitated 10 training events in 2025. A total number of 177 church personnel, including clergy, religious, staff and volunteers trained in 2025. The diocesan safeguarding committee joined the Ossory safeguarding committee and attended training facilitated by the National Board in Kilkenny 17th November 2025. The training focused on the role of safeguarding committees in the context of our National Church policy and standards for safeguarding children.
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KILDARE AND LEIGHLIN DIOCESEAND AND Parish Safeguarding Audits Annual safeguarding audit forms were circulated to all parishes on 8th January 2026. To be completed and returned to Bishop’s House by 12th March 2026 . The Final Report for 2024’s Audit is available on the diocesan website: www.kandle.ie/safeguarding Following the 2024 launch of the Church’s Child Safeguarding Policy, Ailish Higgins, our Diocesan Director of Safeguarding met with young people from the diocese to ask them “What does a Safe & Welcoming Church mean to you?” Thanks to all the children and young people who took part in these sessions and were open and honest about their experience of parish life.
Thanks too to their parents, the group leaders and parish priests who supported the facilitation of these groups.
National Board for Safeguarding Children in the Catholic Church in Ireland – Biannual conference The held their biannual conference from 3rd – 5th September 2025 titled: Towards a Restorative and Transitional Justice model of engaging with victims and survivors in the Catholic Church in Ireland.
The event aimed to enhance the understanding we all have of how we must engage in a just and restorative way with those who have suffered harm in the Catholic Church in Ireland.
Our diocesan director of safeguarding and DLP attended the event and shared valuable feedback with our diocesan safeguarding committee.
The learning from the conference will help guide our practice going forward.
Special thanks to the National Board for organising and hosting the event.
Youth Participation Amadeus Christmas Clane Confirmation class Safeguarding Checklist for Parishes Displayed in all Church Porches The Kildare & Leighlin Child Safeguarding Statement Poster dated 2024 and signed by Bishop Nulty (please remove ALL old statement posters, these are now obsolete).
Child Friendly Safeguarding Poster Parish webcam and CCTV notice/poster Towards Healing Poster In the Sacristy Register – Spine bound book to be signed by all who enter the sacristy (to be used even when no altar servers present, available for purchase from Faith Development Services.
Celebret Request Poster Codes of Behaviour (one for adults, and one for servers where applicable).
Local Safeguarding Representatives Have completed recruitment process and full diocesan safeguarding training Have clear role description (leaflets available on role of LSR) Have completed vetting process.
Be aware of DLP contact details. Be aware of reporting procedures for allegations of abuse.
Support Parish priest with ensuring all activities with children/ young people and vulnerable adults are in line with Church Policy.
Support Parish Priest with completion of the annual safeguarding self-adult.
Staff & Volunteers working with children / young people Have completed recruitment process and appropriate diocesan safeguarding training.
Have completed vetting process. Ensure consent forms are completed.
Maintain a record of attendance for all activities involving under 18s.
Codes of behaviour in place for adult leaders and children/ young people.
Risk Assessment for activities involving under 18s to be completed annually, sample document on diocesan website.
John Paul Awards Youth Pilgrimage to Rome
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KILDARE AND LEIGHLIN DIOCESEAND AND Day of Prayer for Survivors and Victims of Abuse Friday February 20th 2026 (1st Friday of Lent 2026) - Our annual Holy Hour for Survivors of Abuse was held in the Cathedral Parish in Carlow.
Thanks to all who attended and participated in the service.
Candle of Atonement Prayer Lord, forgive us our many sins.
We grieve and repent with all our hearts for having offended you, for our great failings and neglect of the young and vulnerable.
We place all of those who have been hurt by the Church in any way into your loving hands and under the protection of Our Blessed Mother.
Lord, bring peace to their broken lives and show us all the way out of darkness and into the light of your Word.
May we as the people of God be more fully human, more fully Christ-like and more fully your people, that we may see the errors of the past and go forward with renewed hope and faith in Christ and in our Church.
Amen. Testimonials from Young People who engage in youth activities in our Diocese.
Message from Bishop Denis Nulty Sunday, February 22, is Diocesan Safeguarding Sunday.
It is the first Sunday of Lent and appropriately so, as we enter the Penitential Season and seek forgiveness for past failings.
In his address at the January Consistory Pope Leo XIV reminded all that “abuse itself causes a deep wound, which may last a lifetime; but often the scandal in the Church is that the door was closed and victims were not welcomed or accompanied with the closeness of authentic pastors”. This year we have intentionally linked the ‘Day of Prayer for Survivors and Victims of Abuse’ on Friday, February 20 with ‘Safeguarding Sunday’ two days later.
The National Child Safeguarding Policy for our Church is called ‘A Safe and Welcoming Church’ and that is what our diocese is and our parishes are, a safe and welcoming Church.
The fact that ‘Safeguarding Sunday’ has become such a regular part of our Diocesan and Parish life, demonstrates how the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults has been so well embedded into every area of the life of our diocese, its 56 parishes and 117 faith communities.
Safeguarding Sunday is once again an opportunity to acknowledge and recognise the years of dedication and work by so many to ensure that Kildare & Leighlin Diocese is a safe place for children and all who work with them.
It’s an opportunity to thank all who today ensure safeguarding is so well embedded in our diocesan culture, Ailish Higgins, our Director of Safeguarding, currently on maternity leave, Michele Hughes, our Acting Designated Liaison Person, the Diocesan Safeguarding Committee, our Parish Safeguarding Representatives, our priests, our deacons and our people, particularly the many who volunteer at parish level, ensuring the life and vitality of their faith community.
As ever, on my parish visits, I encourage ministry with children and young people, this is an essential part of the mission of the Church.
Where altar serving, youth choirs, Sunday School have returned I welcome them warmly; where they haven’t for whatever reason, once again I encourage their early return.
The life of a parish is often defined by the active engagement of young people in that parish.
Safeguarding Sunday is a reassurance to all that being involved in the parish is governed by best practices in safeguarding.
Every blessing & thanks, Bishop of Kildare and Leighlin +Denis Nulty If you have a safeguarding concern, please contact: Diocesan Designated Liaison Person (DLP): Ailish Higgins
dlp@kandle.ie Deputy DLPs: Ms. Michele Hughes
Fr. Michéal Murphy
Contact details for all civil authorities are on display at the back of all churches in the diocese and available on the website www.kandle.ie I am a leader in the parish youth group and in the Faith Friends programme.
I really enjoy being part of the Church in this way because I am able to understand and deepen my own faith.
It makes me feel part of the Community. I enjoy helping with the Confirmation kids, because I remember what it is like to make my Confirmation.
I would like to be a part of their Confirmation journey and beyond I hope that I can encourage the young people to take their faith seriously.
Support for Survivors of Abuse Towards Healing An independent organisation providing free professional support for people who have experienced institutional, clerical or religious abuse in Ireland.
They provide counselling for survivors and their families.
Their helpline is open: Tuesday to Friday 9am-5pm Freephone: 1800 303 416. Hearing-impaired Text Line Number: 085 8022 859 .
www.towardshealing.ie Towards Peace Provides spiritual support in a safe supportive space, where people who have been affected by abuse in a Church context can be accompanied as they seek their own experience of spiritual peace, one step at a time.
01 505 3028 / 086 771 0533 .
www.towardspeace.ie Safeguarding
Sunday 22nd February 2026 Training A special word of thanks to our Diocesan Safeguarding Trainers, Trish O’Neill & Ailish Higgins who facilitated 10 training events in 2025. A total number of 177 church personnel, including clergy, religious, staff and volunteers trained in 2025. The diocesan safeguarding committee joined the Ossory safeguarding committee and attended training facilitated by the National Board in Kilkenny 17th November 2025. The training focused on the role of safeguarding committees in the context of our National Church policy and standards for safeguarding children.
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KILDARE AND LEIGHLIN DIOCESEAND AND Parish Safeguarding Audits Annual safeguarding audit forms were circulated to all parishes on 8th January 2026. To be completed and returned to Bishop’s House by 12th March 2026 . The Final Report for 2024’s Audit is available on the diocesan website: www.kandle.ie/safeguarding Following the 2024 launch of the Church’s Child Safeguarding Policy, Ailish Higgins, our Diocesan Director of Safeguarding met with young people from the diocese to ask them “What does a Safe & Welcoming Church mean to you?” Thanks to all the children and young people who took part in these sessions and were open and honest about their experience of parish life.
Thanks too to their parents, the group leaders and parish priests who supported the facilitation of these groups.
National Board for Safeguarding Children in the Catholic Church in Ireland – Biannual conference The held their biannual conference from 3rd – 5th September 2025 titled: Towards a Restorative and Transitional Justice model of engaging with victims and survivors in the Catholic Church in Ireland.
The event aimed to enhance the understanding we all have of how we must engage in a just and restorative way with those who have suffered harm in the Catholic Church in Ireland.
Our diocesan director of safeguarding and DLP attended the event and shared valuable feedback with our diocesan safeguarding committee.
The learning from the conference will help guide our practice going forward.
Special thanks to the National Board for organising and hosting the event.
Youth Participation Amadeus Christmas Clane Confirmation class Safeguarding Checklist for Parishes Displayed in all Church Porches The Kildare & Leighlin Child Safeguarding Statement Poster dated 2024 and signed by Bishop Nulty (please remove ALL old statement posters, these are now obsolete).
Child Friendly Safeguarding Poster Parish webcam and CCTV notice/poster Towards Healing Poster In the Sacristy Register – Spine bound book to be signed by all who enter the sacristy (to be used even when no altar servers present, available for purchase from Faith Development Services.
Celebret Request Poster Codes of Behaviour (one for adults, and one for servers where applicable).
Local Safeguarding Representatives Have completed recruitment process and full diocesan safeguarding training Have clear role description (leaflets available on role of LSR) Have completed vetting process.
Be aware of DLP contact details. Be aware of reporting procedures for allegations of abuse.
Support Parish priest with ensuring all activities with children/ young people and vulnerable adults are in line with Church Policy.
Support Parish Priest with completion of the annual safeguarding self-adult.
Staff & Volunteers working with children / young people Have completed recruitment process and appropriate diocesan safeguarding training.
Have completed vetting process. Ensure consent forms are completed.
Maintain a record of attendance for all activities involving under 18s.
Codes of behaviour in place for adult leaders and children/ young people.
Risk Assessment for activities involving under 18s to be completed annually, sample document on diocesan website.
John Paul Awards Youth Pilgrimage to Rome
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KILDARE AND LEIGHLIN DIOCESEAND AND Day of Prayer for Survivors and Victims of Abuse Friday February 20th 2026 (1st Friday of Lent 2026) - Our annual Holy Hour for Survivors of Abuse was held in the Cathedral Parish in Carlow.
Thanks to all who attended and participated in the service.
Candle of Atonement Prayer Lord, forgive us our many sins.
We grieve and repent with all our hearts for having offended you, for our great failings and neglect of the young and vulnerable.
We place all of those who have been hurt by the Church in any way into your loving hands and under the protection of Our Blessed Mother.
Lord, bring peace to their broken lives and show us all the way out of darkness and into the light of your Word.
May we as the people of God be more fully human, more fully Christ-like and more fully your people, that we may see the errors of the past and go forward with renewed hope and faith in Christ and in our Church.
Amen. Testimonials from Young People who engage in youth activities in our Diocese.
Message from Bishop Denis Nulty Sunday, February 22, is Diocesan Safeguarding Sunday.
It is the first Sunday of Lent and appropriately so, as we enter the Penitential Season and seek forgiveness for past failings.
In his address at the January Consistory Pope Leo XIV reminded all that “abuse itself causes a deep wound, which may last a lifetime; but often the scandal in the Church is that the door was closed and victims were not welcomed or accompanied with the closeness of authentic pastors”. This year we have intentionally linked the ‘Day of Prayer for Survivors and Victims of Abuse’ on Friday, February 20 with ‘Safeguarding Sunday’ two days later.
The National Child Safeguarding Policy for our Church is called ‘A Safe and Welcoming Church’ and that is what our diocese is and our parishes are, a safe and welcoming Church.
The fact that ‘Safeguarding Sunday’ has become such a regular part of our Diocesan and Parish life, demonstrates how the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults has been so well embedded into every area of the life of our diocese, its 56 parishes and 117 faith communities.
Safeguarding Sunday is once again an opportunity to acknowledge and recognise the years of dedication and work by so many to ensure that Kildare & Leighlin Diocese is a safe place for children and all who work with them.
It’s an opportunity to thank all who today ensure safeguarding is so well embedded in our diocesan culture, Ailish Higgins, our Director of Safeguarding, currently on maternity leave, Michele Hughes, our Acting Designated Liaison Person, the Diocesan Safeguarding Committee, our Parish Safeguarding Representatives, our priests, our deacons and our people, particularly the many who volunteer at parish level, ensuring the life and vitality of their faith community.
As ever, on my parish visits, I encourage ministry with children and young people, this is an essential part of the mission of the Church.
Where altar serving, youth choirs, Sunday School have returned I welcome them warmly; where they haven’t for whatever reason, once again I encourage their early return.
The life of a parish is often defined by the active engagement of young people in that parish.
Safeguarding Sunday is a reassurance to all that being involved in the parish is governed by best practices in safeguarding.
Every blessing & thanks, Bishop of Kildare and Leighlin +Denis Nulty If you have a safeguarding concern, please contact: Diocesan Designated Liaison Person (DLP): Ailish Higgins
dlp@kandle.ie Deputy DLPs: Ms. Michele Hughes
Fr. Michéal Murphy
Contact details for all civil authorities are on display at the back of all churches in the diocese and available on the website www.kandle.ie I am a leader in the parish youth group and in the Faith Friends programme.
I really enjoy being part of the Church in this way because I am able to understand and deepen my own faith.
It makes me feel part of the Community. I enjoy helping with the Confirmation kids, because I remember what it is like to make my Confirmation.
I would like to be a part of their Confirmation journey and beyond I hope that I can encourage the young people to take their faith seriously.
Support for Survivors of Abuse Towards Healing An independent organisation providing free professional support for people who have experienced institutional, clerical or religious abuse in Ireland.
They provide counselling for survivors and their families.
Their helpline is open: Tuesday to Friday 9am-5pm Freephone: 1800 303 416. Hearing-impaired Text Line Number: 085 8022 859 .
www.towardshealing.ie Towards Peace Provides spiritual support in a safe supportive space, where people who have been affected by abuse in a Church context can be accompanied as they seek their own experience of spiritual peace, one step at a time.
01 505 3028 / 086 771 0533 .
www.towardspeace.ie Safeguarding
Sunday 22nd February 2026 Training A special word of thanks to our Diocesan Safeguarding Trainers, Trish O’Neill & Ailish Higgins who facilitated 10 training events in 2025. A total number of 177 church personnel, including clergy, religious, staff and volunteers trained in 2025. The diocesan safeguarding committee joined the Ossory safeguarding committee and attended training facilitated by the National Board in Kilkenny 17th November 2025. The training focused on the role of safeguarding committees in the context of our National Church policy and standards for safeguarding children.
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KILDARE AND LEIGHLIN DIOCESEAND AND Parish Safeguarding Audits Annual safeguarding audit forms were circulated to all parishes on 8th January 2026. To be completed and returned to Bishop’s House by 12th March 2026 . The Final Report for 2024’s Audit is available on the diocesan website: www.kandle.ie/safeguarding Following the 2024 launch of the Church’s Child Safeguarding Policy, Ailish Higgins, our Diocesan Director of Safeguarding met with young people from the diocese to ask them “What does a Safe & Welcoming Church mean to you?” Thanks to all the children and young people who took part in these sessions and were open and honest about their experience of parish life.
Thanks too to their parents, the group leaders and parish priests who supported the facilitation of these groups.
National Board for Safeguarding Children in the Catholic Church in Ireland – Biannual conference The held their biannual conference from 3rd – 5th September 2025 titled: Towards a Restorative and Transitional Justice model of engaging with victims and survivors in the Catholic Church in Ireland.
The event aimed to enhance the understanding we all have of how we must engage in a just and restorative way with those who have suffered harm in the Catholic Church in Ireland.
Our diocesan director of safeguarding and DLP attended the event and shared valuable feedback with our diocesan safeguarding committee.
The learning from the conference will help guide our practice going forward.
Special thanks to the National Board for organising and hosting the event.
Youth Participation Amadeus Christmas Clane Confirmation class Safeguarding Checklist for Parishes Displayed in all Church Porches The Kildare & Leighlin Child Safeguarding Statement Poster dated 2024 and signed by Bishop Nulty (please remove ALL old statement posters, these are now obsolete).
Child Friendly Safeguarding Poster Parish webcam and CCTV notice/poster Towards Healing Poster In the Sacristy Register – Spine bound book to be signed by all who enter the sacristy (to be used even when no altar servers present, available for purchase from Faith Development Services.
Celebret Request Poster Codes of Behaviour (one for adults, and one for servers where applicable).
Local Safeguarding Representatives Have completed recruitment process and full diocesan safeguarding training Have clear role description (leaflets available on role of LSR) Have completed vetting process.
Be aware of DLP contact details. Be aware of reporting procedures for allegations of abuse.
Support Parish priest with ensuring all activities with children/ young people and vulnerable adults are in line with Church Policy.
Support Parish Priest with completion of the annual safeguarding self-adult.
Staff & Volunteers working with children / young people Have completed recruitment process and appropriate diocesan safeguarding training.
Have completed vetting process. Ensure consent forms are completed.
Maintain a record of attendance for all activities involving under 18s.
Codes of behaviour in place for adult leaders and children/ young people.
Risk Assessment for activities involving under 18s to be completed annually, sample document on diocesan website.
John Paul Awards Youth Pilgrimage to Rome
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MASSES St. Paul’s Oratory Mon. – Fri. 10am St. Joseph’s Church Sat. 6pm / Sun. 11am Available on webcam at baltinglassparish.ie RES Priests: Fr John Heinhold, Fr Lawrence Kurgat and Fr Vincent Agunbiade: 059 645 0258 . Priest on duty: 085 831 4793
Parish Ofoce: 059 648 1254 .
admin@baltinglassparish.ie Parish Safeguarding Representatives: Anne Leigh Diocesan Designated Deputy Liasion Person Michele Hughes – 086 171 0643
Newsletter available on www.baltinglass parish Diocesan website: www.kandle.ie Reg.
Chy No. 20015848 BALTINGLASS – BIGSTONE – GRANGECON – STRATFORD The Solemnity of A ll Saints – Year A – 1st November 2026 WE REMEMBER ANN IVERSARIES: SUNDAY 11AM. Nellie Lennon, Deerpark – 1st Anniversary Stephen Cullen, Raheen Agustine Papillo Snr, Delaware, A. Jimmy Doyle, Clough Anne Doyle , Kiltegan & deceased members of the Doyle Family, Kiltegan Thos O’Hara, Raheen Rose Foster, Parkmore STRATFORD : 9.30AM (SUN.)Jim Coleman, Stratford & Manchester Joe Byrne, Ballyhook
10AM IN ST. PAUL’S ORATORY Mon. 2nd Nov Donors Intentions Tue. 3rd Nov.
Donors Intentions Wed. 4th Nov. Donors Intentions Thurs. 5th Nov.
Donors Intentions Fri. 6th Nov. Donors Intentions ALL SAINT S – 1st November What makes a saint?
Not fame or extraordinary achievements, but a life shaped by God’s love.
On the Solemnity of All Saints, we celebrate holy women and men whose lives reveal that love —and remember that we share their calling.
St John reminds us that we are God’s children.
This is where holiness begins: not in proving ourselves worthy, but in receiving the Father’s love and allowing it to change how we live.
The saints let Christ’s love shape their choices, relationships and prayer.
We are invited to do the same. Holiness takes root in ordinary moments: speaking kindly to someone who has hurt us, making time for a lonely neighbour, welcoming someone others overlook, or standing beside a person being bullied.
The Beatitudes show us the way. Jesus calls us to be gentle, merciful and peacemakers; to hunger for what is right; and to put others before our pride.
These are not ideals reserved for a few exceptional people.
They are a daily invitation to every Christian.
Choosing love can be costly, especially when blame or indifference seems easier.
Yet we do not walk this path alone. The Holy Spirit helps us live in Christ and reminds us that God is our Father.
All Saints points us towards heaven, where we shall see God face to face.
Each loving choice offers a glimpse of that joynow.
The saints’ invitation is ours too: let God’s love become visible through you.
November Novena for all the Faithful Departed Begins on
Monday 2nd and end on
Tuesday 10th. There is daily Mass in St. Paul’s Oratory at 10am (Monday to Friday) and in St. Jos eph’s Church at 7.30pm (Monday to Friday).
Saturday Evening 6pm, Sunday at 9.30am (Grangecon) and 11am (St. Jose ph’s, Baltinglass).
On
Saturday 7th at the 6pm mass, we have our annual mass for all who have died in the past 12 months with a special welcome to their families and friends.
SICK CALLS If you have anyone that’s sick or housebound and you would like a priest to visit please contact the Parish Ofoce.
THE IRISH CATHOLIC Ireland’s biggest and best-selling religious newspaper.
ON SALE in St. Joseph’s Church every weekend.
PLEASE NOTE If you take one please put money in the box.
Cost €3.80. EUCHARISTIC ADORATION ST. PAUL’S ORATORY WEDNESDAYS 7.30 - 8.30PM reflection before Jesus present in the Blessed Sacrament . NEWSLETTER Articles for the Newsletter must be received by 12 noon on Thursdays.
PARISH OFFICE OPENING HOURS
Monday 2nd November – 9.30am to 1pm. PLEASE NOTE THE PARISH OFFICE IS CLOSED
Tuesday 3rd November & will re-open on
Monday 9th November.
Anniversaries etc. can be left in the Sacristy before Mass during this time o r left into the Parish Centre Post Box up until 12 noon on Thursday.
Baltinglass https://www.baltinglassparish.ie/
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. Weekend Collections 24th & 25th Oct. Off. €965. Dev. €1,560. Many thanks to all who contributed.
MINISTERS FOR THE 7th & 8th November SATURDAY 6PM (Baltinglass) Minister of the Word: Mary Hayes Eucharistic Ministers: Mary Patterson Rena O’Toole SUNDAY 11AM MASS: Minister of the Word: Martina Kennedy Eucharistic Ministers: Aoife Kavanagh Elaine Birchall GRANGECON: 9.30A. M. Minister of the Word: Orla Timmins Eucharistic Minister: Kay Moore SUNDAY MASSES 2026 STRATFORD: GRANGECON November : 01/15/29 08/22 December: 13/27 06/20 Every Monday in Fatima STRATFORD/GRANGECON GAA LOTTO Winning Numbers 03, 16, 23, 28 No Jackpot Winner 3 Match 3 Winners - €70 each Faith Doyle, Frank O’Neill, Mary Cullen Sellers Prize : Juanita Nolan Next Week’s Jackpot €20,000. BALTINGLASS GAA LOTTO Winning Numbers 03, 07, 19, 32 No Jackpot Winner 5 Match 3 Winners - €30 each.
Declan Faulkner, Anne Marie Byrne, Tom Whelan, Noel Keogh, Damien Patterson Next Week’s Jackpot €20,000. MISSION SUNDAY October and World Mission Sunday is a time for the faithful of the world to show their appreciation towards the work of overseas missionaries.
Please return your envelopes to the Church.
Visit www.missio.ie for further information . BALTINGLASS & DISTRICT ACTIVE RETIREMENT Coffee Mornings: in November are in the Golf Club.
November Outing: to National Concert Hall to the Magic of Musicals, by Rathmines & Rathgar Music Society, is
Saturday 21st November at 2.30pm. performance.
Coach departs Weaver’s Square at 10.30am. Cost €40.50 incl.
Christmas Party is on Wednesday December 9th in Germaines at 1.30pm. Shopping Outing: to Kilkenny on
Thursday 17th December. Bridge: Wednesdays from 10.30am – 12md in the Parish Centre. New members welcome. Next meeting:
Wednesday 25th November at 3pm in Germaines.
All Windfall Ticket Books must be returned then, please.
Nominations will be invited for Election of Officers at next AGM Collection for Charity called “ In their Shoes”: Members are invited to contribute items at next meeting, such as scarves, hats, gloves, warm clothes, toiletries, toys or donations or McDonalds Vouchers, please.
Kindly indicate whether the gift is suitable for Male or Female or Children . KARE TINAHELY LOCAL SERVICE are holding a sponsored walk on the 29th of November at Tinahely GAA grounds.
Registration is at 10am. You can register to take part in the walk or make a donation through our i Donate page: Support get moving for Kare-Tinahely Sponsored Walk on i Donate.ie AS WE REMEMBER IN A PARTICULAR WAY IN NOVEMBER those who have died, you are invited to follow the daily scripture posts from the diocese on the Kandle Facebook and Xaccounts, as well as prayers for particular days.
A prayer leaflet is also available on kandle.ie with prayers for a visit to the grave, a visit to the Church and a prayer at bedtime in the month of November.
They are also available at the doors in the Churches.
CARAGH CHURCH TO ENSHRINE RELICS OF ST. CARLOW ACUTIS . The Church of Our Lady and St Joseph in Caragh, Co. Kildare, will host a special celebration at 6.30pm on Thursday, 19 November 2026, for the enshrinement of the first-class relics of St Carlo Acutis.
The chief celebrant will be Bishop Denis Nulty, Bishop of Kildare and Leighlin.
The occasion follows a special journey to Assisi in September by Fr. Ruairí Ó Domhnaill, PP Newbridge, and Fr. Joe McDermott, PECC Caragh, to retrieve the relics and accompany them on their journey home to Ireland.
Their pilgrimage marks a significant moment for the local faith community, bringing a tangible connection with the life and witness of one of the Catholic Church’s most inspiring modern saints.
All welcome. GENTLE YOGA 7 week course on Mondays at 6:30pm in Castledermot Community Centre, starting the 2nd of November.
Full course €75 . Drop in €1 2. To book phone 087 642 1820 . THE IRISH CANCER SOCIETY is seeking compassionate volunteer drivers to join our pool of drivers.
As a volunteer driver you would be bringing patients undergoing chemotherapy to the hospital and back home for their treatment.
Gifting your time means that cancer patients will have comfortable (one on one) transport to attend appointments for their lifesaving treatment.
If you can spare 2 days per month, have a valid driving licence, and a safe, reliable vehicle, you are the perfect candidate to make a significant difference.
The Irish Cancer Society will provide you with training before you start as a driver for us.
Your generosity not only eases the journey for many during a challenging time but also offers comfort and support when it's needed most. To become a volunteer driver, email Monica or Emily at volunteer@irishcancer.ie We would be grateful for your support, as it will help us to continue supporting those who are impacted by cancer.
BALTINGLASS SINGS CHRISTMAS CONCERT With Special Guest TENOR JAMES NELSON DATE:
Friday 11th December 2026 TIME: 8pm. VENUE: St. Joseph’ s Church, Baltinglass.
COST: Tickets €10 (incl. Door Prizes) available from choir members and a limited supply in the Parish Ofoce .
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Balyna Parish Newsletter All Saints 1s t Nov, 2026 Fr. Brian Kavanagh ……………………… ( 087)616 2675
(9am to 1pm, Monday to Thursday) ……… ( 046) 9551203
balynaparish2020@gmail.com ; www.balynaparish.ie Diocesan Website: www.kandle.ie First Friday This Friday (6 November) is the First Friday; invalids will be attended during the week.
On Friday evening there will be Confession in Broadford Church 6:30pm, Rosary at 7:10pm. Balyna Parish Ministry Interest Registration Form I am delighted to announce the invitation of each of us to think about how we can all use our various & different gifts in the celebration of sacraments in the life of our parish.
Some of the Liturgical Ministries are applicable to the children in our families.
You are welcome to tick a number of boxes if you wish to be involved in more than one ministry.
I hope to have a meeting in November when I receive your returned form.
I greatly appreciate your interest & willingness to be involved in life of the faith communities.
Please find link to Balyna Parish Ministry Interest Registration Form www.balynaparish.ie/wp- content/uploads/2026/10/Parish_Ministry_In terest_Form.pdf hard copies are also available at the back of the churches.
Weekday Masses: Please note that there will be no 10am Mass when there’s a Funeral Mass .
. Representatives: Rose Miggan; Evelyn Bonner; Lorna Mooney; Annette O’Connor; Chris Farrell.
Diocesan Director of Safeguarding: Michelle Hughes;
safegaurding@kandle.ie ; Tel. 086-1701643
Masses this Week
Saturday 31 Oct Clogherinkoe 6.00pm Mass
Sunday 1 Nov (Feast of All Saint’s) Johnstownbridge Broadford 9.30am Mass 11.00am Mass
Monday 2 Nov(All So ul’s Day) Broadford 7:30pm Mass
Tuesday 3 Nov Broadford 10:00am Mass
Wednesday 4 Nov Clogherinkoe 10:00am Mass
Thursday 5 Nov Johnstownbridge 10:00am Mass
Friday 6 Nov Broadford 7:30pm Mass (Confession 6:30pm, Rosary 7:10pm)
Saturday 7 Nov Clogherinkoe 6:00pm Mass (Enrolment Ceremony for Confirmation Candidates)
Sunday 8 Nov Johnstownbridge Broadford 9:30am Mass (Enrolment Ceremony for Confirmation Candidates) 11:00am Mass (Enrolment Ceremony for Confirmation Candidates) Winter Closing Time With the clocks changing last weekend, all Churches in the parish will be closing at the earlier time of 4pm daily during the winter months, except for those occasions when there is evening Mass.
On some occasions over the weekends, Johnstownbridge Church and Broadford Church may be closed at the earlier time of 3pm. Also, in the event of severe weather warnings all Churches will be closed.
For safety and security reasons it is necessary to close the Churches while it is still daylight.
Mass of Remembrance A Mass of Remembrance will take place on Friday the 6th of November at 7:30pm, in St. Mary’s Church Broadford.
During the Mass, we will remember in prayer all our loved ones and friends who have died during the past year.
If you would like a deceased family member or friend who is buried in another parish to be remembered during the Mass, please contact the Parish Office on 046 955 1203 . We invite everyone to join us as we gather in prayer to remember our loved ones and give thanks for the lives they shared with us.
Broadford Area Residents Association Congratulations to everyone involved in the Broadford Area Residents Association who received a Gold Medal in the Supervalu Tidy Towns competition.
This is a wonderful achievement and a testament to the hard work, dedication and community spirit of all those who give their time and effort to keep Broadford looking its best. November List of Dead Enrolment for the November list of the dead can be made with the envelope provided in your box of envelopes or alternatively place your list in a blank envelope.
All contributions go to the Clergy Fund.
Many thanks. Balyna https://www.balynaparish.ie
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Saturday 31st October/Sunday 1st November Clogherinkoe People of the Parish Johnstownbridge Maureeen Cooney (Sixth Anniversary) & we also remember her husband Oliver and the deceased members of the Cooney & Healy families.
Broadford Martin Hopkins (Fifth Anniversary) & we also remember his parents Tom & Mary and his brother Anthony.
Michael McKeever (Third Anniversary) & the deceased members of the McKeever family.
Tomasz Bryla (Reme mbrance Mass) & deceased family members.
John (Johnny) Flood (Third Anniversary) and the deceased members of the Flood family.
We remember Elizabeth Walsh, Kilglass, Carbury who was interred in Broadford Cemetery on Wednesday.
Saturday 7th November/Sunday 8th November Clogherinkoe People of the Parish Johnstownbridge Geard Murray (First Anniversary).
Broadford Michael & Kathleen Boyle, Ballinakill (Anniversary Mass).
Dates for your Diary 1. First Holy Communion Parent/Guardian Meeting:
Wednesday 4th of November at 7:30pm, in Broadford National School. 2. Mass of Remembrance: 6th November at 7:30pm, in St. Mary’s Church Broadford. 3. Enrolment Ceremony for Confirmation, Children of Clocha Rince
Saturday 7th November at 6:00pm, St. Brigids Church Clogherinkoe. 4. Enrolment Ceremony for Confirmation, Children of Johnstownbridge
Sunday 8th November at 9:30am, St. Patrick’s Church Johnstownbridge. Enrolment Ceremony for Confirmation, Children of Cadamstown & Broadford
Sunday 8th November at 11:00am, in St. Mary’s Church Broadford. 5. Confirmation Parent/Guardian Meeting:
Wednesday 11th of November at 7:30pm in Broadford National School.
Celebrating the Sacrament of Baptism in Our Parish Baptisms will take place in our parish on the following dates over the coming months.
Saturday 14th November 2026: St. Brigid’s Church, Clogherinkoe at 12:00 noon.
Saturday 12th December 2026: St. Mary’s Church, Broadford at 12:00 noon.
Saturday 9th January 2027: St. Patrick’s Church, Johnstownbridge at 12:00 noon.
For further information or to arrange a baptism please contact t he Parish Office on (046) 9551203. First Holy Communion & Confirmation Parent/Guardians Meeting A meeting for parents/guardians of children preparing to receive their First Holy Communion will take place on Wednesday the 4th of November, at 7:30pm, in Broadford National School.
A Meeting for the parents/guardians of children preparing to receive their Confirmation will take place on Wednesday the 11th of November, at 7:30pm, in Broa dford National School.
I look forward to meeting you all again as we journey together with your child in fa mily, school and the parish communities of faith on this special step on their faith journey.
Thank you all for your continued support and involvement.
Fr. Brian Life in the Spirit Seminar – An Invitation to Confirmation Candidates, Parents/Guardians & all parishioners.
Fr. Brian wishes to invite Confirmation candidates, parents/guardians and all parishioners to join him in attending the Life in the Spirit Seminar , taking place at 7:30pm every Thursday from the 29th of October to the 10th of December, in the Church of the Holy family, Longwood, Co. Meath, A83 WVF67. These gatherings are truly uplifting, it is an opportunity to take some time to reflect on how the Holy Spirit is active in our daily lives, guiding us, strengthening our faith and helping us grow in our relationship with Jesus.
Through Prayer, reflection and inspiring talks.
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Anniversaries for Week Ending 31st October/1st November 2 026 Ballymurphy:
Anniversary Mass: John Kavanagh Liselican Rathanna: First Anniversary Mass: Michael (Mick) Walsh Knocksquire Borris:
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Safeguarding The Parish of Borris in common with all other parishes is committed to safeguarding the children of their parish.
If you are concerned about the welfare & safety of children or vulnerable adults, contact: Director of Safeguarding: Michele Hughes Mob: 086-171 0643 or
safeguarding@kandle.ie Visiting Sick & Housebound Fr Rory will call to those on the sick/housebound list of the parish in the coming week.
Thursday 5th November 2026 Ballymurphy & Rathanna Area
Friday 6th November 2026 Borris Area If you know of someone, a family member, neighbour or friend, who would like to receive Holy Communion in their home please let me know.
You can contact the parish Office by phone: 059 977 3128 or email borrisparish@gmail.com or Fr Rory 087 271 4161 2 / 15
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Weekly Parish Envelopes Reminder If there is anyone who has not received a box of envelopes for the support of the parish could you p lease contact the Parish Office in the coming week.
Again, a sincere thanks to our distributors and to all who support the collections throughout the year.
Fr Rory First Holy Communion & Confirmation Dates Borris, 2027 The Sacrament of Confirmation will be celebrated in the Sacred Heart Church, Borris on
Saturday 27th February 2027. The Sacrament of First Holy Communion will be celebrated in the Sacred Heart Church, Borris on
Saturday 15th May 2027 3 / 15
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Abide Women's Conference The Abide Women’s conference will be held from November 20th to 22nd in the Great Northern Hotel Bundoran, Co. Donegal.
Speakers include Sarah Swafford, Fr Barry Braum, Fr Mark Wharton, Kimberlee Woo Ling, Danielle Noonan, Nashvi lle Domincans & more.
Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Fintan Gavin, fro m Cork & Ross Diocese.
We would love to welcome you this wee kend.
For more details please visit Abide in His Love at eventbrite.ie Registration link: https://abideinhislove.eventbrite.com Prayer to Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us in or hour b attle.
Be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil; May God rebuke him, we humbly pray; And do thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the power of God, thrust i nto hell Satan and all evil spirits who wander through the w orld for the ruin of souls.
Amen. Forever Fit Carlow Balance and resistance training Borris, Myshall, Carlow & Tullow Further information:
foreverfitcarlow@gmail.com Phone: 085 801 4138 4 / 15
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Important Dates in the Parish of Borris 2026 Mass of the Holy Angels Remembering children who died before and after birth
Wednesday 18th November 7.30pm Sacred Heart Church Borris Mass for those who Died during the Year
Wednesday 25th November 7.30pm Sacred Heart Church Borris Irish Cancer Society Volunteer Driver Service The Irish Cancer Society is expanding the volunteer driver service in the Carlow and Laois area, and we are seeking compassionate volunteer drivers to join our pool of drivers.
We are specifically looking for drivers who can take patients to Naas Hospital, as well as St James’ Hospital and the Mater Hospital in Dublin.
Gifting your time means that cancer patients will have comfortab le (one on one) transport to attend appointments for their lifesaving treatment. 5 / 15
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If you can spare 2 days per month, have a valid dri ving license, and a safe, reliable vehicle, you are the perfect candidate to make a significant difference.
Your ge nerosity not only eases the journey for many during a challe nging time but also offers comfort and support when it's needed most. For more information and to become a volunteer driv er, please contact Monica or Emily at volunteer@irishcancer.ie . Masses in our Deanery/Pastoral Area Borris Parish Mass Times Weekly Mass Times Saturday Ballymurphy 7.30pm Sunday Rathanna 9.30am Borris 11.00am Wednesday Borris 10.00am Friday Borris 7.30pm Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament takes place in the Sacred Heart Church, Borris each Wednesday after the 10am mass until 1.00pm . Graiguenamanagh Mass Times Saturday: Mass in Duiske Abbey at 7.00pm Sunday: Mass in Skeoughvosteen at 9.30am Mass in Duiske Abbey at 11.00am Monday to Friday: Mass in Duiske Abbey at 10am 6 / 15
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St. Mullins Mass Times 2026
for the Year 2026 Saturday Night Mass: Drummond at 7.00pm
Glynn at 10am Holyday of Obligation Mass: Drummond at 10am Wednesday Mass: Drummond at 9.30am Thursday: Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament 2.00pm Drummond Church is open daily for private visits.
Paulstown Mass Times Saturday: Mass in Goresbridge at 7.30pm Sunday: Mass in Goresbridge at 10.00am Mass in Paulstown at 11.30am Do you have a Notice for the Parish News?
If your group / club / organisation has a notice th at they wish to be included in the Parish News please forward thed etails to borrisparish@gmail.com by 12 noon on Thursdays for inclusion in the following week’s edition.
The Parish News can be found on the Parish Website www.borrisparish.ie and on various local Facebook pages.
Inclusion in the Parish News is at the discretion o f the editor.
Fr Rory 7 / 15
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The Mother and Baby Institutions Payment Scheme lau nched in March 2024 following the Government agreed actions arising from the Commission of Investigation into Mother and Baby homes and certain related matters.
The Payment scheme provides financial payments, and health supports to eligible people who spent time in Mothe r and Baby and County Home Institutions in Ireland.
Eligibility criteria can be found online, (website below) or by post. Visit: www.gov.ie/en/department-of-children- disability-and-equality/campaigns/mother-and-baby- institutions-payment-scheme/ Contact Helpline: 01 522 9922
All applications are handled with care, dignity and full confidentiality.
Library News Get 7-day access to your local library, 8am to 10pm!
My Open Library is the self-service initiative that lets you facilities beyond regular opening hours from 8am to 10pm, seven days a week!
At participating libraries during these times, you can Borrow and return books; Read and Study in a quiet space; Access Wi-Fi and computers; Print, scan and photocopy; Use meeting Spaces 8 / 15
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My Open Library operates 365 days a year and operates in Tullow, Bagenalstown & Borris Library Branches.
For more info: Drop in to Borris Library Or contact us on 059 9170350
Radio Maria Irela nd Radio Maria Ireland is a Catholic Radio Station.
It offers prayers, teachings, and music to deepen one's faith, and encourages us to keep growing in the faith on a daily basis.
We broadcast 24/7, on three pillars being that of 1. Prayer & Catechesis, 2. Music 3. Human Formation.
Further information can be found on www.radiomaria.ie . You can listen to Radio Maria: 1. via Digital TV - Saorview Channel 210 2. Download our FREE App “RADIO MARIA IRELAND” 3. Streaming on our WEBSITE - www.radiomaria.ie 4. Via our ‘Listen Live Radio’ link on our Facebook Page. 5. Via PHONE – get live radio feed by calling +353 (0) 1 437 3277 (no extra charges apply). 6. Via DAB Radio in Leinster area 9 / 15
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MABS Money Advi ce & Budgeting Service South Leinster Money Advice & Budgeting Service Carlow MABS 72d Tullow Street Carlow Tel. 0818 072 07
Free, independent and confidential Money Management and Advice Service Assisting people in dealing with their depts, mortgage arrears and helping them manage their resources.
MABS offers free Dept Relief Advice under Personal Insolvency options.
Money Management Sessions provided for Transition/Leaving Cert Students and Community Groups.
Carlow County Council Register of Electors Even if you receive a polling card, you now need to add your PPSN, date of birth and Eircode to the register.
You can update your details at checktheregister.ie or by paper form.
If you need assistance, Carlow County Council Register Staff will be happy to help you on: 059 9170332 / 059 9170308 / 059 9172448 or
register@carlowcoco.ie 10 / 15
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Sacred Music Works hop Day for Parish Choirs Calling all Choir Members!
Bishop Denis and the Commission for Liturgical Formation are hosting a Workshop Day for Choir Leaders & Members in the diocese on Saturday, 21 November 2026 from 11:00am- 4:30pm in Carlow Cathedral . Led by Marian Gaynor and team, this promises to be a lovely day for choir members with a music pack, the diocesan Guide for Music Ministry, a hot lunch and a Big Sing of Liam Lawton’s ‘Magnificat’ all included.
The day is free of charge, but places are limited!
Registration is essential. Music pack and lunch can only be provided for choir members from the diocese who have booked a place.
Bookings open on
Monday 19 October on Eventbrite. Jennifer Murnane O’Connor’s TD Clinic Minister of State Jennifer Murnane O’Connor’s Clinics will now be held every 2nd Wednesday in The Family Resource Centre, Royal Oak Road, Bagenalstown.
Starting from
Wednesday 18th March. Times are 10.30am to 12.30pm. For further information, please contact the Constituency office on 059-9170754 or email jennifer.murnaneoconnor@oireachtas.ie 11 / 15
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Southeast Family Support Netwo rk HAVE YOU BEEN IMPACTED BY ANOTHER’S DRUG OR ALCOHOL USE? You don’t have to face it alone.
The Carlow Peer Family Support Group ‘You Are Not Alone’ is here for you.
We offer a safe, non-judgemental space of understanding and compassion where you can: Share your experiences.
Meet with family members in similar situations and who ‘getit’ . Receive support that will support you to look at practical solutions and effective responses learning how caring for yourself can support the whole family.
Contract 085-7872730 or 086-6045805 for details SUPPORT FOR YOURSELF CAN HELP THE WHOLE FAMILY Communityhub.ie Community Hub is a free service to community groups in your area.
It allows for community groups to share what is going on, but also see what is going on around them also. "Community Groups Register your group for free today at communityhub.ie to list your upcoming events and notices in a dedicated space where local people can easily find you." 12 / 15
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Accent Dance School Every Thursday at 6.30pm in Borris Town Hall 13 / 15
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Readings for… Feast of All Saints 1st November 2026 First Reading A reading from the Book of Revelation.
I saw another angel ascending from the rising of the sun, having the seal of the living God, and he called with a loud voice to the four angels who had been given power to damage earth and sea, saying, “Do not da mage the earth or the sea or the trees, until we have marked the servants of our God with a seal on their foreheads.” And I heard the number of those who were sealed, one hundred forty-four thousand, sealed out of every tribe of the people of Israel.
After this I looked, and there was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, from all tribes and peoples and langua ges, standing before the throne and before the Lamb, robed in white, with palm branches in their hands.
They cried out in a loud voice, saying, “Salvation belongs to our God who is seated on the throne, and to the Lamb!” And all the angels stood around the throne and around the elders and the four living creatures, and they fell on their faces before the throne and worshiped God, singing, “Amen!
Blessing and glory and wisdom and thanksgiving and honour and power and might be to our God forever and ever!
Amen.” Then one of the elders addressed me, saying, “Who are these, robed in white, and where have they come from?” I said to him,“Sir, you are the one that knows.” Then he said to me, “These are they who have come out of the great ordea l; they have washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb.
The word of the Lord. 14 / 15
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Responsorial Psalm Response: Lord, these are the people that longs to see your face The Lord’s is the earth and its fullness, the world, and those who dwell in it.
It is he who set it on the seas; on the rivers he made it firm.
Response: Lord, these are the people that longs to see your face Who shall climb the mountain of the Lord?
Who shall stand in his holy place? The clean of hands and pure of heart, whose soul is not set on vain things.
Response: Lord, these are the people that longs to see your face Blessings from the Lord shall they receive, and right reward from the God who saves them.
Such are the people who seek him, who seek the face of the God of Jacob.
Response: Lord, these are the people that longs to see your face Second Reading A reading from the first letter of St. John.
See what love the Father has given us, that we should be called ch ildren of God; and that is what we are.
The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him.
Beloved, we are God’s children now; wha t we will be has not yet been revealed.
What we do know is this: when he is revealed, we will be like him, for we will see him as he is.
And all who have this hope in him purify themselves, just as he is pure.
The word of the Lord. 15 / 15
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KILDARE AND LEIGHLIN DIOCESEAND AND Day of Prayer for Survivors and Victims of Abuse Friday February 20th 2026 (1st Friday of Lent 2026) - Our annual Holy Hour for Survivors of Abuse was held in the Cathedral Parish in Carlow.
Thanks to all who attended and participated in the service.
Candle of Atonement Prayer Lord, forgive us our many sins.
We grieve and repent with all our hearts for having offended you, for our great failings and neglect of the young and vulnerable.
We place all of those who have been hurt by the Church in any way into your loving hands and under the protection of Our Blessed Mother.
Lord, bring peace to their broken lives and show us all the way out of darkness and into the light of your Word.
May we as the people of God be more fully human, more fully Christ-like and more fully your people, that we may see the errors of the past and go forward with renewed hope and faith in Christ and in our Church.
Amen. Testimonials from Young People who engage in youth activities in our Diocese.
Message from Bishop Denis Nulty Sunday, February 22, is Diocesan Safeguarding Sunday.
It is the first Sunday of Lent and appropriately so, as we enter the Penitential Season and seek forgiveness for past failings.
In his address at the January Consistory Pope Leo XIV reminded all that “abuse itself causes a deep wound, which may last a lifetime; but often the scandal in the Church is that the door was closed and victims were not welcomed or accompanied with the closeness of authentic pastors”. This year we have intentionally linked the ‘Day of Prayer for Survivors and Victims of Abuse’ on Friday, February 20 with ‘Safeguarding Sunday’ two days later.
The National Child Safeguarding Policy for our Church is called ‘A Safe and Welcoming Church’ and that is what our diocese is and our parishes are, a safe and welcoming Church.
The fact that ‘Safeguarding Sunday’ has become such a regular part of our Diocesan and Parish life, demonstrates how the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults has been so well embedded into every area of the life of our diocese, its 56 parishes and 117 faith communities.
Safeguarding Sunday is once again an opportunity to acknowledge and recognise the years of dedication and work by so many to ensure that Kildare & Leighlin Diocese is a safe place for children and all who work with them.
It’s an opportunity to thank all who today ensure safeguarding is so well embedded in our diocesan culture, Ailish Higgins, our Director of Safeguarding, currently on maternity leave, Michele Hughes, our Acting Designated Liaison Person, the Diocesan Safeguarding Committee, our Parish Safeguarding Representatives, our priests, our deacons and our people, particularly the many who volunteer at parish level, ensuring the life and vitality of their faith community.
As ever, on my parish visits, I encourage ministry with children and young people, this is an essential part of the mission of the Church.
Where altar serving, youth choirs, Sunday School have returned I welcome them warmly; where they haven’t for whatever reason, once again I encourage their early return.
The life of a parish is often defined by the active engagement of young people in that parish.
Safeguarding Sunday is a reassurance to all that being involved in the parish is governed by best practices in safeguarding.
Every blessing & thanks, Bishop of Kildare and Leighlin +Denis Nulty If you have a safeguarding concern, please contact: Diocesan Designated Liaison Person (DLP): Ailish Higgins
dlp@kandle.ie Deputy DLPs: Ms. Michele Hughes
Fr. Michéal Murphy
Contact details for all civil authorities are on display at the back of all churches in the diocese and available on the website www.kandle.ie I am a leader in the parish youth group and in the Faith Friends programme.
I really enjoy being part of the Church in this way because I am able to understand and deepen my own faith.
It makes me feel part of the Community. I enjoy helping with the Confirmation kids, because I remember what it is like to make my Confirmation.
I would like to be a part of their Confirmation journey and beyond I hope that I can encourage the young people to take their faith seriously.
Support for Survivors of Abuse Towards Healing An independent organisation providing free professional support for people who have experienced institutional, clerical or religious abuse in Ireland.
They provide counselling for survivors and their families.
Their helpline is open: Tuesday to Friday 9am-5pm Freephone: 1800 303 416. Hearing-impaired Text Line Number: 085 8022 859 .
www.towardshealing.ie Towards Peace Provides spiritual support in a safe supportive space, where people who have been affected by abuse in a Church context can be accompanied as they seek their own experience of spiritual peace, one step at a time.
01 505 3028 / 086 771 0533 .
www.towardspeace.ie Safeguarding
Sunday 22nd February 2026 Training A special word of thanks to our Diocesan Safeguarding Trainers, Trish O’Neill & Ailish Higgins who facilitated 10 training events in 2025. A total number of 177 church personnel, including clergy, religious, staff and volunteers trained in 2025. The diocesan safeguarding committee joined the Ossory safeguarding committee and attended training facilitated by the National Board in Kilkenny 17th November 2025. The training focused on the role of safeguarding committees in the context of our National Church policy and standards for safeguarding children.
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KILDARE AND LEIGHLIN DIOCESEAND AND Parish Safeguarding Audits Annual safeguarding audit forms were circulated to all parishes on 8th January 2026. To be completed and returned to Bishop’s House by 12th March 2026 . The Final Report for 2024’s Audit is available on the diocesan website: www.kandle.ie/safeguarding Following the 2024 launch of the Church’s Child Safeguarding Policy, Ailish Higgins, our Diocesan Director of Safeguarding met with young people from the diocese to ask them “What does a Safe & Welcoming Church mean to you?” Thanks to all the children and young people who took part in these sessions and were open and honest about their experience of parish life.
Thanks too to their parents, the group leaders and parish priests who supported the facilitation of these groups.
National Board for Safeguarding Children in the Catholic Church in Ireland – Biannual conference The held their biannual conference from 3rd – 5th September 2025 titled: Towards a Restorative and Transitional Justice model of engaging with victims and survivors in the Catholic Church in Ireland.
The event aimed to enhance the understanding we all have of how we must engage in a just and restorative way with those who have suffered harm in the Catholic Church in Ireland.
Our diocesan director of safeguarding and DLP attended the event and shared valuable feedback with our diocesan safeguarding committee.
The learning from the conference will help guide our practice going forward.
Special thanks to the National Board for organising and hosting the event.
Youth Participation Amadeus Christmas Clane Confirmation class Safeguarding Checklist for Parishes Displayed in all Church Porches The Kildare & Leighlin Child Safeguarding Statement Poster dated 2024 and signed by Bishop Nulty (please remove ALL old statement posters, these are now obsolete).
Child Friendly Safeguarding Poster Parish webcam and CCTV notice/poster Towards Healing Poster In the Sacristy Register – Spine bound book to be signed by all who enter the sacristy (to be used even when no altar servers present, available for purchase from Faith Development Services.
Celebret Request Poster Codes of Behaviour (one for adults, and one for servers where applicable).
Local Safeguarding Representatives Have completed recruitment process and full diocesan safeguarding training Have clear role description (leaflets available on role of LSR) Have completed vetting process.
Be aware of DLP contact details. Be aware of reporting procedures for allegations of abuse.
Support Parish priest with ensuring all activities with children/ young people and vulnerable adults are in line with Church Policy.
Support Parish Priest with completion of the annual safeguarding self-adult.
Staff & Volunteers working with children / young people Have completed recruitment process and appropriate diocesan safeguarding training.
Have completed vetting process. Ensure consent forms are completed.
Maintain a record of attendance for all activities involving under 18s.
Codes of behaviour in place for adult leaders and children/ young people.
Risk Assessment for activities involving under 18s to be completed annually, sample document on diocesan website.
John Paul Awards Youth Pilgrimage to Rome
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KILDARE AND LEIGHLIN DIOCESEAND AND Day of Prayer for Survivors and Victims of Abuse Friday February 20th 2026 (1st Friday of Lent 2026) - Our annual Holy Hour for Survivors of Abuse was held in the Cathedral Parish in Carlow.
Thanks to all who attended and participated in the service.
Candle of Atonement Prayer Lord, forgive us our many sins.
We grieve and repent with all our hearts for having offended you, for our great failings and neglect of the young and vulnerable.
We place all of those who have been hurt by the Church in any way into your loving hands and under the protection of Our Blessed Mother.
Lord, bring peace to their broken lives and show us all the way out of darkness and into the light of your Word.
May we as the people of God be more fully human, more fully Christ-like and more fully your people, that we may see the errors of the past and go forward with renewed hope and faith in Christ and in our Church.
Amen. Testimonials from Young People who engage in youth activities in our Diocese.
Message from Bishop Denis Nulty Sunday, February 22, is Diocesan Safeguarding Sunday.
It is the first Sunday of Lent and appropriately so, as we enter the Penitential Season and seek forgiveness for past failings.
In his address at the January Consistory Pope Leo XIV reminded all that “abuse itself causes a deep wound, which may last a lifetime; but often the scandal in the Church is that the door was closed and victims were not welcomed or accompanied with the closeness of authentic pastors”. This year we have intentionally linked the ‘Day of Prayer for Survivors and Victims of Abuse’ on Friday, February 20 with ‘Safeguarding Sunday’ two days later.
The National Child Safeguarding Policy for our Church is called ‘A Safe and Welcoming Church’ and that is what our diocese is and our parishes are, a safe and welcoming Church.
The fact that ‘Safeguarding Sunday’ has become such a regular part of our Diocesan and Parish life, demonstrates how the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults has been so well embedded into every area of the life of our diocese, its 56 parishes and 117 faith communities.
Safeguarding Sunday is once again an opportunity to acknowledge and recognise the years of dedication and work by so many to ensure that Kildare & Leighlin Diocese is a safe place for children and all who work with them.
It’s an opportunity to thank all who today ensure safeguarding is so well embedded in our diocesan culture, Ailish Higgins, our Director of Safeguarding, currently on maternity leave, Michele Hughes, our Acting Designated Liaison Person, the Diocesan Safeguarding Committee, our Parish Safeguarding Representatives, our priests, our deacons and our people, particularly the many who volunteer at parish level, ensuring the life and vitality of their faith community.
As ever, on my parish visits, I encourage ministry with children and young people, this is an essential part of the mission of the Church.
Where altar serving, youth choirs, Sunday School have returned I welcome them warmly; where they haven’t for whatever reason, once again I encourage their early return.
The life of a parish is often defined by the active engagement of young people in that parish.
Safeguarding Sunday is a reassurance to all that being involved in the parish is governed by best practices in safeguarding.
Every blessing & thanks, Bishop of Kildare and Leighlin +Denis Nulty If you have a safeguarding concern, please contact: Diocesan Designated Liaison Person (DLP): Ailish Higgins
dlp@kandle.ie Deputy DLPs: Ms. Michele Hughes
Fr. Michéal Murphy
Contact details for all civil authorities are on display at the back of all churches in the diocese and available on the website www.kandle.ie I am a leader in the parish youth group and in the Faith Friends programme.
I really enjoy being part of the Church in this way because I am able to understand and deepen my own faith.
It makes me feel part of the Community. I enjoy helping with the Confirmation kids, because I remember what it is like to make my Confirmation.
I would like to be a part of their Confirmation journey and beyond I hope that I can encourage the young people to take their faith seriously.
Support for Survivors of Abuse Towards Healing An independent organisation providing free professional support for people who have experienced institutional, clerical or religious abuse in Ireland.
They provide counselling for survivors and their families.
Their helpline is open: Tuesday to Friday 9am-5pm Freephone: 1800 303 416. Hearing-impaired Text Line Number: 085 8022 859 .
www.towardshealing.ie Towards Peace Provides spiritual support in a safe supportive space, where people who have been affected by abuse in a Church context can be accompanied as they seek their own experience of spiritual peace, one step at a time.
01 505 3028 / 086 771 0533 .
www.towardspeace.ie Safeguarding
Sunday 22nd February 2026 Training A special word of thanks to our Diocesan Safeguarding Trainers, Trish O’Neill & Ailish Higgins who facilitated 10 training events in 2025. A total number of 177 church personnel, including clergy, religious, staff and volunteers trained in 2025. The diocesan safeguarding committee joined the Ossory safeguarding committee and attended training facilitated by the National Board in Kilkenny 17th November 2025. The training focused on the role of safeguarding committees in the context of our National Church policy and standards for safeguarding children.
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KILDARE AND LEIGHLIN DIOCESEAND AND Parish Safeguarding Audits Annual safeguarding audit forms were circulated to all parishes on 8th January 2026. To be completed and returned to Bishop’s House by 12th March 2026 . The Final Report for 2024’s Audit is available on the diocesan website: www.kandle.ie/safeguarding Following the 2024 launch of the Church’s Child Safeguarding Policy, Ailish Higgins, our Diocesan Director of Safeguarding met with young people from the diocese to ask them “What does a Safe & Welcoming Church mean to you?” Thanks to all the children and young people who took part in these sessions and were open and honest about their experience of parish life.
Thanks too to their parents, the group leaders and parish priests who supported the facilitation of these groups.
National Board for Safeguarding Children in the Catholic Church in Ireland – Biannual conference The held their biannual conference from 3rd – 5th September 2025 titled: Towards a Restorative and Transitional Justice model of engaging with victims and survivors in the Catholic Church in Ireland.
The event aimed to enhance the understanding we all have of how we must engage in a just and restorative way with those who have suffered harm in the Catholic Church in Ireland.
Our diocesan director of safeguarding and DLP attended the event and shared valuable feedback with our diocesan safeguarding committee.
The learning from the conference will help guide our practice going forward.
Special thanks to the National Board for organising and hosting the event.
Youth Participation Amadeus Christmas Clane Confirmation class Safeguarding Checklist for Parishes Displayed in all Church Porches The Kildare & Leighlin Child Safeguarding Statement Poster dated 2024 and signed by Bishop Nulty (please remove ALL old statement posters, these are now obsolete).
Child Friendly Safeguarding Poster Parish webcam and CCTV notice/poster Towards Healing Poster In the Sacristy Register – Spine bound book to be signed by all who enter the sacristy (to be used even when no altar servers present, available for purchase from Faith Development Services.
Celebret Request Poster Codes of Behaviour (one for adults, and one for servers where applicable).
Local Safeguarding Representatives Have completed recruitment process and full diocesan safeguarding training Have clear role description (leaflets available on role of LSR) Have completed vetting process.
Be aware of DLP contact details. Be aware of reporting procedures for allegations of abuse.
Support Parish priest with ensuring all activities with children/ young people and vulnerable adults are in line with Church Policy.
Support Parish Priest with completion of the annual safeguarding self-adult.
Staff & Volunteers working with children / young people Have completed recruitment process and appropriate diocesan safeguarding training.
Have completed vetting process. Ensure consent forms are completed.
Maintain a record of attendance for all activities involving under 18s.
Codes of behaviour in place for adult leaders and children/ young people.
Risk Assessment for activities involving under 18s to be completed annually, sample document on diocesan website.
John Paul Awards Youth Pilgrimage to Rome
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KILDARE AND LEIGHLIN DIOCESEAND AND Day of Prayer for Survivors and Victims of Abuse Friday February 20th 2026 (1st Friday of Lent 2026) - Our annual Holy Hour for Survivors of Abuse was held in the Cathedral Parish in Carlow.
Thanks to all who attended and participated in the service.
Candle of Atonement Prayer Lord, forgive us our many sins.
We grieve and repent with all our hearts for having offended you, for our great failings and neglect of the young and vulnerable.
We place all of those who have been hurt by the Church in any way into your loving hands and under the protection of Our Blessed Mother.
Lord, bring peace to their broken lives and show us all the way out of darkness and into the light of your Word.
May we as the people of God be more fully human, more fully Christ-like and more fully your people, that we may see the errors of the past and go forward with renewed hope and faith in Christ and in our Church.
Amen. Testimonials from Young People who engage in youth activities in our Diocese.
Message from Bishop Denis Nulty Sunday, February 22, is Diocesan Safeguarding Sunday.
It is the first Sunday of Lent and appropriately so, as we enter the Penitential Season and seek forgiveness for past failings.
In his address at the January Consistory Pope Leo XIV reminded all that “abuse itself causes a deep wound, which may last a lifetime; but often the scandal in the Church is that the door was closed and victims were not welcomed or accompanied with the closeness of authentic pastors”. This year we have intentionally linked the ‘Day of Prayer for Survivors and Victims of Abuse’ on Friday, February 20 with ‘Safeguarding Sunday’ two days later.
The National Child Safeguarding Policy for our Church is called ‘A Safe and Welcoming Church’ and that is what our diocese is and our parishes are, a safe and welcoming Church.
The fact that ‘Safeguarding Sunday’ has become such a regular part of our Diocesan and Parish life, demonstrates how the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults has been so well embedded into every area of the life of our diocese, its 56 parishes and 117 faith communities.
Safeguarding Sunday is once again an opportunity to acknowledge and recognise the years of dedication and work by so many to ensure that Kildare & Leighlin Diocese is a safe place for children and all who work with them.
It’s an opportunity to thank all who today ensure safeguarding is so well embedded in our diocesan culture, Ailish Higgins, our Director of Safeguarding, currently on maternity leave, Michele Hughes, our Acting Designated Liaison Person, the Diocesan Safeguarding Committee, our Parish Safeguarding Representatives, our priests, our deacons and our people, particularly the many who volunteer at parish level, ensuring the life and vitality of their faith community.
As ever, on my parish visits, I encourage ministry with children and young people, this is an essential part of the mission of the Church.
Where altar serving, youth choirs, Sunday School have returned I welcome them warmly; where they haven’t for whatever reason, once again I encourage their early return.
The life of a parish is often defined by the active engagement of young people in that parish.
Safeguarding Sunday is a reassurance to all that being involved in the parish is governed by best practices in safeguarding.
Every blessing & thanks, Bishop of Kildare and Leighlin +Denis Nulty If you have a safeguarding concern, please contact: Diocesan Designated Liaison Person (DLP): Ailish Higgins
dlp@kandle.ie Deputy DLPs: Ms. Michele Hughes
Fr. Michéal Murphy
Contact details for all civil authorities are on display at the back of all churches in the diocese and available on the website www.kandle.ie I am a leader in the parish youth group and in the Faith Friends programme.
I really enjoy being part of the Church in this way because I am able to understand and deepen my own faith.
It makes me feel part of the Community. I enjoy helping with the Confirmation kids, because I remember what it is like to make my Confirmation.
I would like to be a part of their Confirmation journey and beyond I hope that I can encourage the young people to take their faith seriously.
Support for Survivors of Abuse Towards Healing An independent organisation providing free professional support for people who have experienced institutional, clerical or religious abuse in Ireland.
They provide counselling for survivors and their families.
Their helpline is open: Tuesday to Friday 9am-5pm Freephone: 1800 303 416. Hearing-impaired Text Line Number: 085 8022 859 .
www.towardshealing.ie Towards Peace Provides spiritual support in a safe supportive space, where people who have been affected by abuse in a Church context can be accompanied as they seek their own experience of spiritual peace, one step at a time.
01 505 3028 / 086 771 0533 .
www.towardspeace.ie Safeguarding
Sunday 22nd February 2026 Training A special word of thanks to our Diocesan Safeguarding Trainers, Trish O’Neill & Ailish Higgins who facilitated 10 training events in 2025. A total number of 177 church personnel, including clergy, religious, staff and volunteers trained in 2025. The diocesan safeguarding committee joined the Ossory safeguarding committee and attended training facilitated by the National Board in Kilkenny 17th November 2025. The training focused on the role of safeguarding committees in the context of our National Church policy and standards for safeguarding children.
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KILDARE AND LEIGHLIN DIOCESEAND AND Parish Safeguarding Audits Annual safeguarding audit forms were circulated to all parishes on 8th January 2026. To be completed and returned to Bishop’s House by 12th March 2026 . The Final Report for 2024’s Audit is available on the diocesan website: www.kandle.ie/safeguarding Following the 2024 launch of the Church’s Child Safeguarding Policy, Ailish Higgins, our Diocesan Director of Safeguarding met with young people from the diocese to ask them “What does a Safe & Welcoming Church mean to you?” Thanks to all the children and young people who took part in these sessions and were open and honest about their experience of parish life.
Thanks too to their parents, the group leaders and parish priests who supported the facilitation of these groups.
National Board for Safeguarding Children in the Catholic Church in Ireland – Biannual conference The held their biannual conference from 3rd – 5th September 2025 titled: Towards a Restorative and Transitional Justice model of engaging with victims and survivors in the Catholic Church in Ireland.
The event aimed to enhance the understanding we all have of how we must engage in a just and restorative way with those who have suffered harm in the Catholic Church in Ireland.
Our diocesan director of safeguarding and DLP attended the event and shared valuable feedback with our diocesan safeguarding committee.
The learning from the conference will help guide our practice going forward.
Special thanks to the National Board for organising and hosting the event.
Youth Participation Amadeus Christmas Clane Confirmation class Safeguarding Checklist for Parishes Displayed in all Church Porches The Kildare & Leighlin Child Safeguarding Statement Poster dated 2024 and signed by Bishop Nulty (please remove ALL old statement posters, these are now obsolete).
Child Friendly Safeguarding Poster Parish webcam and CCTV notice/poster Towards Healing Poster In the Sacristy Register – Spine bound book to be signed by all who enter the sacristy (to be used even when no altar servers present, available for purchase from Faith Development Services.
Celebret Request Poster Codes of Behaviour (one for adults, and one for servers where applicable).
Local Safeguarding Representatives Have completed recruitment process and full diocesan safeguarding training Have clear role description (leaflets available on role of LSR) Have completed vetting process.
Be aware of DLP contact details. Be aware of reporting procedures for allegations of abuse.
Support Parish priest with ensuring all activities with children/ young people and vulnerable adults are in line with Church Policy.
Support Parish Priest with completion of the annual safeguarding self-adult.
Staff & Volunteers working with children / young people Have completed recruitment process and appropriate diocesan safeguarding training.
Have completed vetting process. Ensure consent forms are completed.
Maintain a record of attendance for all activities involving under 18s.
Codes of behaviour in place for adult leaders and children/ young people.
Risk Assessment for activities involving under 18s to be completed annually, sample document on diocesan website.
John Paul Awards Youth Pilgrimage to Rome
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CATHEDRAL OF THE ASSUMPTION, CARLOW Parish Team Fr. Thomas O’Byrne Adm and Deacon David O’Flaherty Parish Centre/Office
info@carlowcathedral.ie The Presbytery,
Duty Phone (089)2432663
Child Safeguarding Reps Richard Hoolan and Niamh Brennan 059 9164087
Diocesan Designated Liaison Person Ms Michelle Hughes
Newsletter info@carlowcathedral.ie By 4pm Wednesday MASSES AT THE CATHEDRAL Weekend: Vigil
Saturday 6.15pm,
Sunday 8.30am, 11am, and 7pm. Weekdays: Monday Feast of All Souls – 7.30am and 10am Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday 10am. Wednesday &
Friday 7.30am. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturday following the 10am Mass ADORATION Monday, Tuesday, Thursday &
Friday 7:00pm-8:30pm. (Enter from the Car Park through the Sacristy door) Banking Details Carlow Parish Account IBAN; IE66 AIBK 9331 0405 634065
BIC AIBKIE2D Carlow Parish Clergy IBAN; IE55 AIBK 9331 0405 6346 51
BIC AIBKIE2D Cathedral Collections October Offertory €867.72 Development €1,706.63 Many thanks for your generosity to your Parish . . Feast of All Souls –
Monday 2nd November – Mass in the Cathedral 7.30am and 10am
November Dead List – Masses will be celebrated for all the deceased. Envelopes in your Envelope Boxes and at the entrances to the Cathedral.
Men’s Monthly Rosary – Liberty Tree, Carlow .
Sat 7th @1.30 pm. All are Welcome. Enquires 086 2415986 .
Catholic Mothers Ireland Leinster Retreat Day Saturday, 7th Nov, from 10am–6pm at Benburb Priory Guest speakers Fr Dominik Domagala, Dr Iva Beranek and Mrs Maria Steen.
Lunch provided. Cost: €50 Booking: www.catholicmothers.ie/retreats . All welcome — bring a friend.
Remembering with Love, Hope and Faith – Our annual Mass praying with those who have lost loved ones and remembering loved ones who have died will be celebrated in the Cathedral on Wednesday November 11th, at 7.30pm. We invite all parishioners to come along, support those who grieve by your presence and prayer.
Carmelite Open Day – Day of Reflection and Prayer sharing with Carmelite Nuns and Friars, at Avila Retreat Centre, Donnybrook, on 21st November for people age 18 to 40 years who are interested in exploring the Carmelite way of life.
Register by 15th November on opendayavila@gmail.com Please remember in your Prayers Terence Francis, Cathedral Close.
Josie Farrell, 8 Granby Row, Comfort all Josie’s and Terence’s loved ones.
Please Support Our Gate Collection A gate collection for The Carlow Lions Club, at the Cathedral on Weekend 14th & 15th November, and we would greatly appreciate your support.
Every contribution welcome. Your act of kindness will make a real difference !
Junior Infants Enrolment – September 2027 - Enrolment is now open for Junior Infants commencing in September 2027 in our Cathedral Parish Primary Schools: St Joseph’s National School Scoil Mhuire gan Smál Parents and guardians wishing to enrol their children are warmly invited to c ontact their preferred school for further information and enrolment details.
Looking for work or already working? Learn English to speak to colleagues and managers, understand instructions and answer interview questions.
Our 8-week programme starts 6 November at Carlow Cathedral Centre , with online classes starting 3 November . €10 per class.
Includes homework, recordings and free monthly coffee conversation mornings , Phone: 087 363 2246
Book: www.isopoint.ie/working-english Enquiries: irishworkingenglish@gmail.com
Wills, Enduring Powers of Attorney, Advance Healthcare Directive - You are welcome to come to a talk in Cathedral Parish Centre on Wills, Enduring Powers of Attorney, Advance Healthcare Directive and Co-Decision Making on
Thursday 19th November from 7.30pm. There is no cost. If you are interested and have any questions, please contact Catherine at 0879361998 or oharec@headway.ie
CALLING ALL CRAFTERS! – If you would like a stand to sell your goods at the SETU Christmas Market on Thursday, 26th November, please contact Fr Martin at 059 917 5612 or martin.smith@setu.ie before
Thursday 12, th November.
Invitation to Meditation : Carlow Meditation Group meet on Monday evenings from 7 pm to 7:45pm in the Cathedral Parish Centre, College Street, - excluding bank holidays . Meditation, the universal practice of silent contemplation, can awaken the heart, deepen our spiritual sen sitivity and promote our wellbeing.
All are welcome - no experience needed. No need to book – just turn up on any Monday evening! (Noel Keating, 087 2251183 )
In November We Remember – As we remember in a particular way in November those who have died, you are invited to follow the daily scripture posts from the diocese o n the Kandle Facebook and Xaccounts, as well as prayers for particular days.
A prayer leaflet is also available on kandle.ie with prayers for a visit to the grave, a visit to the Church and a prayer at bedtime in the month of November.
Bob’s Your Uncle Lotto Jackpot
Sunday 1st November 2026 Numbers drawn on 25th October 13-19-20-24 7 Match 3 winners share €500 €7,500 Cathedral https://carlowcathedral.ie/
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KILDARE AND LEIGHLIN DIOCESEAND AND Day of Prayer for Survivors and Victims of Abuse Friday February 20th 2026 (1st Friday of Lent 2026) - Our annual Holy Hour for Survivors of Abuse was held in the Cathedral Parish in Carlow.
Thanks to all who attended and participated in the service.
Candle of Atonement Prayer Lord, forgive us our many sins.
We grieve and repent with all our hearts for having offended you, for our great failings and neglect of the young and vulnerable.
We place all of those who have been hurt by the Church in any way into your loving hands and under the protection of Our Blessed Mother.
Lord, bring peace to their broken lives and show us all the way out of darkness and into the light of your Word.
May we as the people of God be more fully human, more fully Christ-like and more fully your people, that we may see the errors of the past and go forward with renewed hope and faith in Christ and in our Church.
Amen. Testimonials from Young People who engage in youth activities in our Diocese.
Message from Bishop Denis Nulty Sunday, February 22, is Diocesan Safeguarding Sunday.
It is the first Sunday of Lent and appropriately so, as we enter the Penitential Season and seek forgiveness for past failings.
In his address at the January Consistory Pope Leo XIV reminded all that “abuse itself causes a deep wound, which may last a lifetime; but often the scandal in the Church is that the door was closed and victims were not welcomed or accompanied with the closeness of authentic pastors”. This year we have intentionally linked the ‘Day of Prayer for Survivors and Victims of Abuse’ on Friday, February 20 with ‘Safeguarding Sunday’ two days later.
The National Child Safeguarding Policy for our Church is called ‘A Safe and Welcoming Church’ and that is what our diocese is and our parishes are, a safe and welcoming Church.
The fact that ‘Safeguarding Sunday’ has become such a regular part of our Diocesan and Parish life, demonstrates how the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults has been so well embedded into every area of the life of our diocese, its 56 parishes and 117 faith communities.
Safeguarding Sunday is once again an opportunity to acknowledge and recognise the years of dedication and work by so many to ensure that Kildare & Leighlin Diocese is a safe place for children and all who work with them.
It’s an opportunity to thank all who today ensure safeguarding is so well embedded in our diocesan culture, Ailish Higgins, our Director of Safeguarding, currently on maternity leave, Michele Hughes, our Acting Designated Liaison Person, the Diocesan Safeguarding Committee, our Parish Safeguarding Representatives, our priests, our deacons and our people, particularly the many who volunteer at parish level, ensuring the life and vitality of their faith community.
As ever, on my parish visits, I encourage ministry with children and young people, this is an essential part of the mission of the Church.
Where altar serving, youth choirs, Sunday School have returned I welcome them warmly; where they haven’t for whatever reason, once again I encourage their early return.
The life of a parish is often defined by the active engagement of young people in that parish.
Safeguarding Sunday is a reassurance to all that being involved in the parish is governed by best practices in safeguarding.
Every blessing & thanks, Bishop of Kildare and Leighlin +Denis Nulty If you have a safeguarding concern, please contact: Diocesan Designated Liaison Person (DLP): Ailish Higgins
dlp@kandle.ie Deputy DLPs: Ms. Michele Hughes
Fr. Michéal Murphy
Contact details for all civil authorities are on display at the back of all churches in the diocese and available on the website www.kandle.ie I am a leader in the parish youth group and in the Faith Friends programme.
I really enjoy being part of the Church in this way because I am able to understand and deepen my own faith.
It makes me feel part of the Community. I enjoy helping with the Confirmation kids, because I remember what it is like to make my Confirmation.
I would like to be a part of their Confirmation journey and beyond I hope that I can encourage the young people to take their faith seriously.
Support for Survivors of Abuse Towards Healing An independent organisation providing free professional support for people who have experienced institutional, clerical or religious abuse in Ireland.
They provide counselling for survivors and their families.
Their helpline is open: Tuesday to Friday 9am-5pm Freephone: 1800 303 416. Hearing-impaired Text Line Number: 085 8022 859 .
www.towardshealing.ie Towards Peace Provides spiritual support in a safe supportive space, where people who have been affected by abuse in a Church context can be accompanied as they seek their own experience of spiritual peace, one step at a time.
01 505 3028 / 086 771 0533 .
www.towardspeace.ie Safeguarding
Sunday 22nd February 2026 Training A special word of thanks to our Diocesan Safeguarding Trainers, Trish O’Neill & Ailish Higgins who facilitated 10 training events in 2025. A total number of 177 church personnel, including clergy, religious, staff and volunteers trained in 2025. The diocesan safeguarding committee joined the Ossory safeguarding committee and attended training facilitated by the National Board in Kilkenny 17th November 2025. The training focused on the role of safeguarding committees in the context of our National Church policy and standards for safeguarding children.
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KILDARE AND LEIGHLIN DIOCESEAND AND Parish Safeguarding Audits Annual safeguarding audit forms were circulated to all parishes on 8th January 2026. To be completed and returned to Bishop’s House by 12th March 2026 . The Final Report for 2024’s Audit is available on the diocesan website: www.kandle.ie/safeguarding Following the 2024 launch of the Church’s Child Safeguarding Policy, Ailish Higgins, our Diocesan Director of Safeguarding met with young people from the diocese to ask them “What does a Safe & Welcoming Church mean to you?” Thanks to all the children and young people who took part in these sessions and were open and honest about their experience of parish life.
Thanks too to their parents, the group leaders and parish priests who supported the facilitation of these groups.
National Board for Safeguarding Children in the Catholic Church in Ireland – Biannual conference The held their biannual conference from 3rd – 5th September 2025 titled: Towards a Restorative and Transitional Justice model of engaging with victims and survivors in the Catholic Church in Ireland.
The event aimed to enhance the understanding we all have of how we must engage in a just and restorative way with those who have suffered harm in the Catholic Church in Ireland.
Our diocesan director of safeguarding and DLP attended the event and shared valuable feedback with our diocesan safeguarding committee.
The learning from the conference will help guide our practice going forward.
Special thanks to the National Board for organising and hosting the event.
Youth Participation Amadeus Christmas Clane Confirmation class Safeguarding Checklist for Parishes Displayed in all Church Porches The Kildare & Leighlin Child Safeguarding Statement Poster dated 2024 and signed by Bishop Nulty (please remove ALL old statement posters, these are now obsolete).
Child Friendly Safeguarding Poster Parish webcam and CCTV notice/poster Towards Healing Poster In the Sacristy Register – Spine bound book to be signed by all who enter the sacristy (to be used even when no altar servers present, available for purchase from Faith Development Services.
Celebret Request Poster Codes of Behaviour (one for adults, and one for servers where applicable).
Local Safeguarding Representatives Have completed recruitment process and full diocesan safeguarding training Have clear role description (leaflets available on role of LSR) Have completed vetting process.
Be aware of DLP contact details. Be aware of reporting procedures for allegations of abuse.
Support Parish priest with ensuring all activities with children/ young people and vulnerable adults are in line with Church Policy.
Support Parish Priest with completion of the annual safeguarding self-adult.
Staff & Volunteers working with children / young people Have completed recruitment process and appropriate diocesan safeguarding training.
Have completed vetting process. Ensure consent forms are completed.
Maintain a record of attendance for all activities involving under 18s.
Codes of behaviour in place for adult leaders and children/ young people.
Risk Assessment for activities involving under 18s to be completed annually, sample document on diocesan website.
John Paul Awards Youth Pilgrimage to Rome
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Parish Newsletter 1/11/2026 All Saints Anniversaries: With love we remember
Saturday 31st October, Ballyconnell 7.30 Fr James Gahan.
Sunday 1st November, Kilquiggan 9.00 Jane Ryan & Murphy Family, Redbog & McCall Family Ballyshane.
Tom, Andy & Marcella Grace & Anne Kelly, Knockatomcoyle , Lar & Kitty O’Toole, Stratnakelly.
Donal Troy, Killabeg. Fr. Vincent McDonald.
Jim Doyle formerly Rathnakit & Ballynultagh who passed away recently in Australia.
Sunday 1st November, Clonmore 10.30 John Dowling, Ballyclay.
Saturday 7th November, Ballyconnell 7.30 John Timmins Snr & John Timmins Jnr.
Sunday 8th November, Clonmore Bridget Condren, Clonmore & all deceased family members, Mark Joyce, Clonmore, Tom Cole, Ballykilduff, John Cole, Liscolman.
Schedule for the coming week Mass on Wednesday morning in Ballyconnell at 9.30. There will be no mass on Friday evening. --------------------------------------------------- -- Collections: 24th & 25th of October Baskets: € 327.80. Envelopes: €317. Envelopes returned: 49 .
Bingo € 427.20, Next weeks jackpot €675 --------------------------------------------------- ------ Coolkenno GAA: . No jackpot winner.
This week’s jackpot. €16,700: Next Draw: 26th of October in The Dying Cow.
Lucky Dip winners: . Parish/Diocesan Lotto: Numbers 12-15-18-27. No jackpot winner, Next week’s jackpot €14,000 ,10 match 3 winners €100 each .
Hay & Oats Collection (Annual collection for Priest of the Parish) We have come to that time of year again for our Hay and Oats collection.
First of all, I would like to thank you sincerely for your continued and generous support of our parish.
As you may know we have two accounts in our Parish: 1. Parish account; 2. Clergy Account.
Thanks to your continued support our Parish account is in relatively good standing.
Our Clergy account has understandably bottomed out and we have had to borrow money from our Parish account to keep the Clergy account solvent.
All the contributions that come in from the Hay and Oats will be lodged into the Clergy Account.
Representatives in your area will drop in an envelope into your house over the next week or two.
It would be greatly appreciated if you could place your donation into the envelope and drop it back to your representative or, into the Parish office, or into mass at the weekend.
We would be grateful if you could put your correct address and Eircode on the front of the envelope.
Once again, a sincere "Thank You" for your continued support.
We also appreciate the hard work of our Parish Representatives who voluntarily give of their time to distribute the envelopes and collect them.
Stay safe everyone. God bless and thank you.
Fr. John O’Brien.
opening hours for the coming week: Tuesday &
Friday 10.30 to 1.30. Parish Priest. Fr. John: 086-2403787 frjohn51@gmail.com Parish Secretary’s : Rosemary & Margaret: 059-9156890
Clonmoreoffice.parish@gmail.com Parish Newsletter Items for our Parish Newsletter should be sent to the following email address: Margaret.clonmoreparish@gmail.com before Thursday midday.
Donate Button There is now a way to donate on our Church Cam. 1. Log into churchcamlive.ie 2. Viewstreams 3. In the search box go in to ‘Clonmore Parish’ and then the donate button.
Dates for your diary:
Sunday 1st of November , Bingo in Ballyconnell Hall at 8pm. The Jackpot will by € 675 if you check in 42 numbers. Also check on 13 and win € 200.
Friday 13th of November , Fr John will visit the sick and the housebound.
Bereavement mass Those who died in our parish during the year and their families will be remembered at masses in our parish on the weekend of the 14/15th of November.
Ballyconnell: Saturday the 14th at 7.30, Kilquiggan
Sunday 15th at 9.00 & Clonmore Sunday the 15th at 10.30. A family member will be invited to light a candle in their memory.
Also, there are parishioners who have lost loved ones, parent or siblings and also natives of our Parish, whose funerals were celebrated elsewhere, if you would like them to be remembered by name at our bereavement mass, please give the details to our parish office by calling or by email.
Thought for the week Failure is success in progress.
HAVE A WONDERFUL WEEK Clonmore https://www.clonmoreparish.ie/
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Parish Lotto Results
Wed 28th October 2026 Numbers: 12 - 14 - 25 - 31 No €14,000 Jackpot winner 6 match 3 winners win €167 each
No Local Match 3 winners Next week's Jackpot €15,000 Christmas & New Year Lotto Arrangements
Wednesday 23™ December - Final lotto draw of 2026 First lotto draw of 2027-
Wednesday 7“ January 2027
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Tuesday, 3 Novemberrd St. Fiacc’s Hall 8pm Jackpot on 41 no.s €830 Double number €390 Lotto €3,450 Bonus Ball €2,750 NEWLY BAPTISED This week we welcome a new member into our parish community Seamie Paul O’Keeffe Would we really want to be one of those ‘too good to be true’ sort of people ? When some thing seems too diffic ult, we have a tendency to ‘switch off’. If some thing is seemingly beyond our reach , we don’t even try.
Follo wing in the footsteps of the sain ts, for mos t of us is like attemp ting rocke t science or brain surgery …. it’s just simply not for us.
But follo wing in the footsteps of the sain ts is not about becoming a sain t overnigh t.
Sain ts are just real people who have struggled through crisis and frustration to live their faith.
Like the concer pianis who began his career with simple scales , so follo wing God’s blueprin t for discipleship is about starting out with small steps.
Take one elemen t from the Bea titudes and prac tice it.
You migh t choose to be more patient with your rela tives, gossip less at work, or heal a family rift.
Today, take one small step towards making the Bea titudes your way of life.
PARISH SAFEGUARDING REPRESENTATIVES Breda Lloyd, Sarah Alsybury, Cathríona Kelly In our parish we value and encourage the participation of all young people and vulnerable adults in all parish activities.
We uphold the utmost standard of safeguarding to create a safe environment for all.
DIOCESAN DESIGNATED LIAISON PERSON: Michele Hughes 086 1710643
The Feast of All Souls will be celebrated at 10am mass in St. Clare’s on
Monday 2 Nov.nd GRAIGUECULLEN/KILLESHIN Parish Office 9.30am - 5pm (Closed 1-2pm) 059 91 41833 - R93 AY76 gkparish@gmail.com www.graiguecullenkilleshin.com
Graigue Killeshin Parish BINGO TIME CHANGE Our parish Bingo will continue at the earlier time of 8pm. We look forward to seeing everyone there.
PARISH TEAM Fr. John Dunphy Cathríona Kelly Isobel Brooker Mary Dooley SACRISTANS Catherine Ryan Vera Bolger Our parish is a welcoming community that strives to live out the Gospel values in our daily lives.
As a family of faith, we try to model our parish on the early Christians who prayed together, celebrated Eucharist and looked after one another.
Acts 2:42–47 Nourished by the Eucharist we endeavour to live in justice, truth, love, and peace, so that others may say of us:“See how they love one another”. 1 Peter: 1:22 PRIEST ON CALL FOR CARLOW (Emergency Only) 087 2588118N EWSLETTER Feast of All Saints
Sunday 1 November, 2026 st SCHEDULE OF SERVICES St. Clare’s, Graiguecullen Monday Communion Service 10am Tuesday - Friday 10am Mass Saturday Vigil Mass 6.30pm Sunday 9am, 11.30am (Family Mass) Holy Cross, Killeshin -
Sunday 10.15am There will be a special penitential service during the 10am Mass in St. Clare’s church this
Friday 6 November.th All are invited to gather and pray the rosary in St. Clare’s church every Thursday during November at 3pm. COMMUNION TO THE SICK Holy Communion will be brought to the sick and housebound during the coming week.
First Friday Coffee Morning All are welcome to the parish centre for some tea/coffee after 10am Mass on
Friday 6 November.th ROSARY for All Holy Souls FIRST FRIDAY As we remember in a particular way those who have died, you are invited to follow the daily scripture posts from the diocese on the Kand Le Facebook and Xaccounts, as well as prayers for particular days.
A prayer leaflet is available on kandle.ie with prayers for a visit to the grave, a visit to the Church and a prayer at bedtime during November.
FOLLOW Kildare & Leighlin Diocese We warmly invite our Funeral Ministers, members of our new Bereavement Group and Liturgy Group to join us in planning this year’s Annual Remembrance Mass.
A preparation meeting will take place on
Thursday 5 November at 7pm in the Parish Centre. We look forward to your ideas and contributions as we prepare this meaningful celebration together.th
Monday 9 Nov 7- 8.30pm th This programme is for any young person in TY, 5 or 6 Year. All registration forms must be returned by
Friday 13 with €20 registration fee.th JP2 Award Registration Annual Remembrance Mass Preparation Meeting Would we really want to be a saint?
Save these December Dates! Evergreens Christmas Party
Sun 6 Dec 1pm - Talbot Hotelth Christmas Bingo -
Sun 13 3pmth Christmas Concert -
08/11/2026
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6.30pm
Sat 31 October - St. Clare’sst Ellen O’Reilly, Maher Road Paddy and Molly Alsybury, Church Street Seamus Nelson, Sleaty St Peter Redmond, Fr. Byrne Park John Comerford, Bagenalstown Mary Timmons, Henry St, her husband Martin and thei rson Ger, also her brothers Paddy, Jimmy and Jimmy’s wife Annie Mae Norris, Church Street - Anniversary and Birthday Remembrance Sheila Ramsbottom, Sleaty Street - Birthday Remembrance 9am
Sun 1 November - St. Clare’sst Thomas Watchorn, St. Clare’s Road Michael Conlon, Seamus Conlon Patrick Healy, Ellen Healy, Baby Gerard Healy Eugene Conlon, Maureen Conlon, Rosaleen Conlon Special intention for all those who have no one to pray for them. 10.15am
Sun 1 November - Holy Crossst Kathleen Dunne, Monure, Killeshin Road - Month’s Mind Pat and Margaret Mullins, Coolnariska Michael Hefernan, Rossmore, Killeshin James and Mary Kehoe, Springhill, their sons Johnny , Mick, Myles and daughters Sheila and Ann McNeice Agnes, Pat and Margaret Mullins, Coolnariska 11.30am
Sun 1 November - St. Clare’sst Patrick Fitzpatrick, Ballyhide also his parents Tom Balfe, Ballyhide and formerly of Rush, Co. Dubl in Eileen Webb, Oakley Park Paddy & Nell Murphy, Knockbeg Ann Nolan, Ballyhide Kathlee n Byrne, “Buena Vista”, Clogrennane Paddy & Stasia Lawler, Staplestown rd, grandsons Keith O’Neill & David Hanley Week starting 2 Novembernd Thursday 10am Ronan Sheridan, Old Castle, Co. Meath Friday 10am Gerry Bradley, Maryborough St. Agnes, Pat and Marga ret Mullins, Coolnariska 6.30pm Sat – St. Clare’s Mary Williamson, Avondale Drive - 25 Anniversaryth Joe Fitzpatrick, Sleaty St Thomas Comerford, Bagenalstown Jim Byrne, Sleaty St Paul Hennessy, Sunset View , Burrin rd John Gaffney, Killeshin Bill and Bríde Gaffney, Killeshin Robert and Winifred Byrne, Moone Pat Dool ey, ‘Innis Fallen’, Hanover Cian Delaney, The Poplars Martin and Josephine Doyle, Esther Teehan, St. Fiac c’s Terrace John, James, Annie and Jimmy Wade, Ardenteggle and the Wade family, USA 10.15am Sun - Holy Cross Bernie Dowling, Killeshin - Month’s mind Ellen Kehoe, Springhill, also her daughter Annie Kehoe, Killeshin - 30 Anniversaryth Kate McKeown, Castletown rd, Dundalk 11.30am Sun - St. Clare’s Ann Lowry, Rose Cottage, Clogrennane Edward (Ned) Hughes, St. Clare’s rd
Bridget Keating - Tommy Murphy Park & formerly New Oak Estate and Fr Byrne Park Josie Farrell (née Slater), Granby Row Free Information Evening Wills and Future Planning Weekly Collections 24 / 25 Octth th Blue Bag: €1,674 Red Bag: €1,011 Direct Debits: €215 Donations: €100 Tap Donations: €80 We thank you for your support.
CE SCHEME VACANCY on our Graiguecullen/Killeshin Parish Community Employment Scheme Carlow Tourism Digital Marketing & Administrative Assistant - Job Ref No: 2472489 For anyone interested in this position the applications are available on Jobs Ireland.ie or you can contact the Graiguecullen/Killeshin CE office on 059 9134887 or 085 8584187
Information Evening Supporting Older People and Those Living with Dementia THE CARLOW LIONS CLUB Gate Collection The Hill and the Hollow – ICA Killeshin Christmas Flower arranging evening with Margaret Collins
Friday 13 November 7-9pm in The Glenside, Killeshin. €10 ppth All are welcome to attend a free information evening covering Wills, Enduring Powers of Attorney, Advance Healthcare Directives and Co-Decision Making.
Thursday 19 November - 7.30pmth Cathedral Parish Centre Admission: Free For further information please contact Catherine on 087 9361998 or email oharec@headway.ie . All are welcome to attend an information evening for older people, those living with dementia or memory-related conditions, and their families and carers.
The evening will feature short presentations from the Alzheimer Society of Ireland , Carlow Older People's Network , ASI Bethany House and ALONE.
Thursday 5 November - 7.30pmth Leighlin Parish Centre LOST PURSE REWARD OFFERED A small black purse with a silver zip was lost on Monday evening between Chapel Street (Graigue), Barrack Street, and Askea.
If anyone has found it or handed it in anywhere, please contact the parish centre and we will make sure it gets back to its owner.
FOUND A claddagh ring was found on Oct 18 in the park near the boat slip.
The ring has been handed into the Parish Centre.th CHAIR YOGA New 7-week course starting the 5 November in Askea Parish Centre.th Thursdays at 10:30am. €75 full course.
Drop in available €12 Bookings Maria 0876421820
If you would like a stand to sell your goods at the SETU Christmas Market on
Thurs 26 Nov, please contact Fr Martin at 059 917 5612 or martin.smith@setu.ie before
Thurs 12 Nov.th CALLING ALL CRAFTERSA gate collection will take place at St. Clare's Church on
Sat 14 and
Sun 15 November. We would be delighted to hear from anyone who could spare a little time to help with the collection.
Even a short period of volunteering would be a great help and would spread the workload among those involved.
Yyour support will be warmly appreciated.
Thank you for your kindness, generosity and thth community spirit.
Mens’ Rosary Carlow Saturday Nov 7 @1.30pm at the Liberty tree.
Enquiries 086 374 2641 . th
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Resonsorial Psalm Let the peoples praise you, O God, let all the peoples praise you.
Sat, 24th Oct 6pm Sun, 25th Oct 9am 12 noon Mark Bohan (Anniv) Mon, 26th Oct 12 noon Shared Mass for the Living NO Adoration Tue, 27th Oct 10am Shared Mass for the Deceased Wed, 28th Oct 10am Thu, 29th Oct 10am Adoration 6.30pm – 7.30pm Fri, 30th Oct 10am Sat, 31st Oct 6pm Sun, 1st Nov 9am May Doyle, Courtown Road (Anniv) Nicholas McCabe (Anniv) & remembering his father John & deceased members of the McCabe & Brady families 12 noon Jack Acton, Courtown Road (6th Anniv) Mary Doyle, Pitchfordstown (10th Anniv) Tom & Nan Elliott, Fernslock (Anniv) & remembering theirs ons Noel & Dessie Sun, 25th Oct 10.30am James “Jim” Lynam (3rd Anniv) Tommy McLoughlin (Anniv) Sun, 1st Nov 10.30am Mary Greene Billy Maguire & Anne Maguire (Anniv) Tom Halligan (17th Anniv) & remembering his brother Peter, Bob & Ciss Needham, Debbie Cox & baby Tom Fahey
Tuesday 27th Oct, in St Fiaccs Hall 8pm Jackpot on 40 numbers €700; Double Number €320, Lotto €3,400 & Bonus Ball €2,700. All welcome.
Conversational English Classes in Kilcock – call Philomena on 089 4923902 . Online English – Junior & Leaving Certificate; High er & Lower level – Grinds delivered by an experienced teacher and state examiner with over 13 years exper tise.
Classes are tailored to suit each individual’s needs.
For more info. Please contact Paula on 085 7881574 . Grief never ends……. but it changes.
It is a passage; not a place to stay. Grief is not a sign of weakness.
Nor a lack of faith. It is the price of love.
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Fr. George Fr. Kolwani
01 6287 406 01 6287 448 01 6757 311
Parish Shop: 01 6287 499 - Mon – Fri: 10.30am – 12.30pm Our annual Blessing of the Graves will take place next weekend on: Sun, 1st Nov: after 10.30am mass in Newtown 2pm in St. Joseph’s 3pm in Cloncurry Collections will be taken up at all cemeteries to help with the upkeep and maintenance of all the cemeteries.
Thank you for your continued support. Members of the Guild of St. Philip Neri, Portlaoise, visit prisoners in both Portlaoise and Midlands prisons as befrienders/listeners.
The Guild is a conference of St. Vincent de Paul Society.
To mark “Prisons Week” the guild is now accepting applications from anyone interested in this work.
Please contact 086-046245 for further information.
Take full responsibility for your life. Stop blaming others.
See yourself as the cause of what happens to you.
Do things you like to do, don’t stay in a job you don’t like.
Participate in life at the highest level you can.
Watch what you say; avoid self-put-downs.
Stop being critical of yourself and others.
Take care of your body. Give it exercise and good food.
Be willing to create a lifestyle that generates and nourishes self-esteem.
Associate with others with high esteem. Stop trying to change others – focus your attention on being the way you want others to be.
Acknowledge others frequently – tell them what you like and appreciate in them.
They were Ireland’s young warriors – during the revolutionary period 1916 – 1923, nearly 50 teenage activists lost their lives fighting against the British Empire and the Irish Provisional Government.
Historian and author, James Durney, will give a talk on his latest book in St. Coca’s Church on Thur, 5th Nov. at 8pm. All welcome.
Jesus does not pluck his summary teaching from the air-he quotes from the Shema Yisrael, the great prayer of Judaism found in Deuteronomy 6 . The second part about the love of neighbour is taken from the Levicticus 18 . This mission statement stands as a resounding appeal to us today.
We are asked not just to believe that there is a God, but to love God.
We are asked not just to respect our neighbour, but to love our neighbour.
Love is not only the truth about human beings but also the truth about God, who is love itself.
The greatest and first commandment - You must love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul and mind.
The second resembles it - You must love your neighbour as yourself.
Entrance Antiphon : Let the hearts that seek the Lord rejoice; turn to the Lord and his strength; constantly seek his face.
Responsorial Psalm : I love you, Lord, my strength.
Three things never come back – time, words and opportunity.
Therefore, do not waste time, choose your words & do not miss the opportunity!
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Sunday 25th October 2026 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time NEWSLETTER St. Brigid’s Parish, Kildare Town Fr. Adrian Carbery, PECC ( 045) 521900
Parish Office, Áras Bhríde. ( 045) 521352
25/10/2026
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“May they rest in peace” During the Month of November, we pray for all our departed brothers and sisters.
We hope to give special emphasis to those who have died in the parish during the past year.
Our November Masses will be celebrated in the Parish Church on the 4 Wednesdays (4th , 11th, 18th, 25th .) of the month at 7.30pm. At each of the Masses we propose to read out the names of some of those who have died during the past year, and a candle will be available for a loved one to light in the Sacred Space in the church during the Mass and take home afterwards.
If you wish the name of your loved one to be called out at one of these masses and their names’ be printed on a candle, please contact the Parish Office on 045 521352 . Or
kildareparish@gmail.com You are also invited to place the name of your loved one on the Tree of Life in the November Sacred Space.
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Prayer to St. Brigid You were a woman of peace, You brought harmony where there was conflict.
You brought light to the darkness. You brought hope to the downcast. May the mantle of your peace cover those who are troubled and anxious, and may peace be firmly rooted in our hearts and in our world.
Inspire us to act justly and to reverence all God has made.
Brigid you were a voice for the wounded and the weary.
Strengthen what is weak within us. Calm us into a quietness that heals and listens.
May we grow each day into greater wholeness in mind body and spirit.
Amen
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Anniversary Masses Saturday 24th October – Sunday 1st November 2026
SAT 24 11.00am MICHELLE HENNESSY, St. Barbara’ s Park GRACE & EDWARD CULLEN, French Furze And DAN & STEPHEN GRADY, Sydney Australia 6.30pm RYAN WEIR GIBBONS, 1st Anniversary ANGELA HARVEY, Mooretown …. 1st Anniversary KATHLEEN & RICHARD BRENNAN, Woodside Park JUSTIN KELLY, 4th Anniversary and MARCELLA CONLAN and TOM CONLAN MATT LEIGH, Athy BETTY WATSON and her Grandchildren DAVID DONOGHUE & JACK PERRY. JIM O’HIGGINS MARY MOORE, Shanacloon MARY ROONEY, Dunmurray
SUN 25 9.00am 11.00am JIM HALPIN, Maryville Grove… 1st anniver sary TOM CLARKE, The Castle BANK HOLIDAY
MON 26 11.00am
TUE 27 9.30am
WED 28 9.30am
THU 29 9.30am
FRI 30 9.30am MARY DELLA FIORENTINA RYAN WEIR GIBBONS, 1st Anniversary
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SAT 31 11.00am 6.30pm BETTY JOYCE, South Green…6th Anniversary MARTHA VAUGHAN, Late of Assumpta Villas
SUN 1 9.00am 11.00am TERESA LOUGHMAN, Melitta Park.
BRIGID ‘BRIDIE’ CONNELLY, Palace Field 1st Anniversary MARGARET PRICE, Cloghgarrett Abbey. 16th Anniversary JOSEPH WHYTE, 25th Anniversary And MARY WHYTE, Rowanville We Remember ANN COUGHLAN, Newtown MARGARET ‘DOT’ CHAMBLEY, The Deanery WILLAIM ‘BILLY’ MOLLOY, Nurney Who have died and for whom mass will be offered.
November List The November Lists are available at the Church Doors They can be dropped back to the Parish Office to be included in The Book of Life which will be in the Sacred Space during the Month of November
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Week-day Morning Mass in St. Brigid’s Parish Church (Monday – Friday) celebrated at 9.30am. The Rosary will be prayed before mass Bank Holiday – Mass will be celebrated at 11.00am In the event of a Funeral, the normal morning mass will NOT take place.
Instead, it will be replaced by the Funeral Mass on that day.
Weekend Mass Times Confessions available before mass from 10.30am Saturday: 11.00am Vigil Mass 6.30pm Sunday: 9.00am and 11 .00am Live Streaming of Masses from St. Brigid’s Parish Church Log into: mcnmedia.tv – cameras – Kildare – St. Brigid’s, Kildare Town.
Masses : Weekday: 9.30am Saturday: 11am and Vigil Mass 6.30pm Sunday: 9am and 11am PLEASE NOTE The Church Yard is open for Church and Parish Centre Use only Monday to
Friday 9.00am – 12.2 0pm 3.00pm – 4.30pm
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Funeral Ministry Kildare / Nurney / Kildangan have formed a Funeral Ministry Group which have received full training from members of the Diocesan Faith Development Services.
This group will assist families in their time of need and great loss.
The members help the family of the deceased to choose readings, select music for the funeral Mass and guide them through the entire funeral process which will provide an opportunity to celebrate the life and memory of their beloved.
With this ministry we are looking to the future when the lay faithful will be more involved in carrying out ministries in our parishes.
The group formed are as follows: Marie Watson, Marcella Fullam, Alan O’Braoin, Mary Lennon and Ber Madigan House Visits Fr. Adrian visits the housebound and sick once a month . If you would like to be included in the visits, please contact the Parish Office on (045) 521352
Baptisms Please contact the Parish Office on 045 521352 during office hours 9.30am – 4pm to arrange a date, Weddings Contact the Parish Office to book your date and for all information required
The Parish Office is based in the Parish Centre – Aras Bhride and is open Monday to Friday Office hours : 9.30am – 1pm and 2pm – 4pm. We can be contacted on: Ph : (045) 521352
kildareparish@gmail.com Facebook Page: St. Brigid’s Parish, Kildare Town
st.brigids.parish.kildare Web page: kildareparish.ie
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“There is a variety of gifts but always the same Spirit.
There are all sorts of services to be done, but always to the same Lord” Would you like to share some of your time and gifts with the life of our Parish in any of the following areas?
Liturgy: Readers, Ministers of the Eucharist, Collectors, Flowers etc for the Church Pastoral : Preparation of children and parents for the sacraments of Baptism, Communion and Confirmation Communication: Maintenance of Property: Care of the Environment : Would you like to reflect on what the call of the Gospel may be to us as a Community of Faith today?
If you are interested, please contact any member of the Parish Pastoral Council, Fr. Adrian or Margie at the Parish Office.
Safeguarding If you would like to know more about safeguarding i n our Diocese, look at the Safeguarding section on www.kandle.ie . If you ever wish to report a child or vulnerable adult safeguarding concern, please contact the Diocesan DLP on (085) 8021633 or the statutory authorities of the Gardai, TUSLA, HSE.
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Vocation Crucifix So that we can continue to have Mass and The Sacram ents available to us we need more priests.
Would homes in the Parish be willing to take our “Vocations Crucifix” for one week at a time, and pray daily for vocations during that week?
The Vocation Crucifix can be collected from the Sacristy after t he 11am Mass and returned to the Sacristy before the 1 1am Mass the following Sunday.
To book your week TEXT (only) Eilis at 086 3329876
The 5 First Saturday Devotions in honour of Our Lady of Fatima, take place on 1st Saturday of every month in St. Brigid’s Prish Church, Kildare . The Devotions consists of : *Recitation of the Holy Rosary before mass at 10.30am *Confession, *The Celebration of Mass 11am *15 minutes ‘Quiet Time’ after Mass to reflect on one of the Mysteries of the Rosary and keep Our Lady company.
St. Brigid’s Parish Church 6.30pm FOLK GROUP Anyone interested in joining – singers – musicians are all welcome, just come along.
The group meet from 5.30pm on Saturday evenings for practice.
For more information contact Tony at 087 0920359
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Children’s Grief Space, Clane The Children’s Grief Space is a support service for school aged children and young people affected by loss through death.
It provides a safe, supportive service for children and young people and their families who are grieving.
The service is provided by trained volunteers.
We are a listening service Ages of participants range from 4 – 18 years We do not provide services for children / young people who have lost a loved one to suicide The service is free but donations are always welcome.
The space is an initiative of Clane and Rathcoffey Parish.
Please contact Clane Parish Office for more information or call 089 246 5474 and leave a message for one of our support workers.
Calling All Crafters Christmas Craft Fair in ARAS BHRIDE, Parish Centre , Kildare Town
Sunday 15th November 2026. To book a space please contact Parish Office on 045 521352 or email kildareparish@gmail.com Silken Thomas Players presents Frank en Stein, A Scary(ish) Funny(ish) Halloween ( Story) Play, suitable for Children. 3 performances - 4pm, 5.30pm & 7pm on Saturday October 31st 2026 The Courthouse, Kildare Town.
Admission €5. Revolut Noreen – 087 29 44 110. Irish National Stud & Gardens Forest School Halloween Camp
Mon 26 –
Wed 28 October, 10am – 2pm. 5+, Join us this Halloween for lots of fun& Seasonal activities inspired by nature!
Shelter bu ilding, mud kitchen, Arts & Crafts, Nature Walks, Games, Knots & Tools, Outdoor Fun, Ti me in Nature.
For more information & sibling discount code
wildkidsforestschool@gmail.com
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& Kildare Parish Co-Op Lotto Draw
Wednesday 21 October 2026. The numbers drawn :12, 15, 18, 27. There was No Jackpot winner.
We had NO winners in the match 3 numbers game.
Congrats to FRANCES CUNNINGHAM - winner of the Local Subscribers Draw, promoter Ann Hill . Tickets €2 each from The Sweet Shop, Bernard Conw ay, Margie Sheridan, Fiona Reid, Ann Hill.
Thank You for your continued support. Next Jackpot will be €14,000 St. Conleth’s Day Care Centre Have you spare time?
Volunteer drivers needed to deliver meals, 1 hour per week Contact Connie at 045 521748 . Samhain Celebration – Endings and New Beginnings 30th October, Join us at Solas Bhríde for an evening of ritual, story, music and reflection as we explore Samhain’s invitation to ho nour endings, embrace new beginnings and deepen our spiritual journey.
Venue: Solas Bhríde Centre & Hermitages Time: 7.30 –9.00 p.m.
Cost: €15 Booking: www.solasbhride.ie or info@solasbhride.ie Tai Chi Gong Programme Beginning 3 November 2026 Solas Bhríde Centre & Hermitages are hosting a seri es of welcoming Tai Chi Gong sessions.
Suitable for all ages and abilities, these gentle yet powerful practices offer an opportunity to find balance, tranquillity, and i nner strength.
Dates: Tuesdays, 3, 10, 17 and 24 November, and 1 a nd 8 December Time: 7.00 –8.30 p.m.
Cost: €15 per session Booking: www.solasbhride.ie or info@solasbhride.ie SVP Christmas Result Sheet Week 3 €300 Cash – Ben Carroll.
Hamper (includes Meat Voucher) – Paddy Dalton Hamper – Gillian O’Rourke €100 cash – Steven King €70 Meat Voucher – Jim Berns & Mary Flanagan. €60 Meat Voucher –Phil Braiden, Paula O’Brien, Steve McGrath, Anne O’Keeffe, Loretta Behan, Jemma Gorry €30 Voucher – Steven Fulham, Richard Street, Zee Fitzpatrick Promoters €60 Meat Voucher – Phil Braiden, Phil Braiden Next Draw 2 /11/ 26.
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Indoor Bowling – Kildare West Wicklow Indoor Bowling Association – Fun, Friendly & Social, for all ages, no experience necessary, Full Season of Championship & League Games Kildare Town Club meet at R51 RF88 - In Scouts Hall, Leader Partnership Site (Old Presentation Convent), Meadow Road R51 RF88, Kildare Town.
Tuesday & Friday, 7pm – 9pm. For more info contact: Mark 087 290 1040
Kildare Further Education & Training Centre – 2026 Autumn Courses – Registering NOW. Courses available: - Horticulture – IT Skills – Business – Healthcare – English as a Second Language.
Contact KWETB, Bothar na n Gorp, Kildare Town R51 AX 65. Deirdre Curtin 087 6270650 / (045) 522003
kildarecoursesfetc@kwetb.ie www.fetchcourses.ie Scoil Bhríde Lackagh are now accepting applications for Junior Infants f or September 2027 (forms available to download www.scoilbhridelackagh.ie or email the school office: info@scoilbhridelackagh.ie ).
We are a small rural co-educational school close to Monasterevin, Kildare a nd Rathangan.
Afterschool available from 2pm-3pm. Monasterevin, W34VW50 Cill Dara Wranglers Line Dancing . come and learn… class each Tue sday evening in Aras Bhride, 6.45pm – 9.30pm…. Beginners very welcome… Contact Mag on 087 6344736 for more information.
Nurney/ Kildangan Community Employment Project Nurney Kildangan Community Employment Project Limit ed by Guarantee have a number of vacancies in Nurney, Kildangan and Kildare Town.
To enquire about these positions or to find out if you qualify for Community Employment, please contact the Project Superv isor Mary Byrne on 087 1745524
Fundraiser Live Music by REUNION, playing hits from the 60’s, 70’s & 80’s,
Sunday 25 October in Hotel Keadeen, Newbridge. 9pm to 11.30pm … Tickets €15. In Aid of Newbridge Cancer Support Group & The Dining Room Newbridge.
Tickets from Pud 087 981 1048 or Frank 087 827 8661 or Hotel Reception 431666. Every ticket is entered into a free draw for a €100 Whitewater Voucher, held on the night.
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The Kildare Community Safety Partnership (LCSP) brings together communities, local organisat ions, agencies & public representatives to identify & address community safety priorities across County Kildare.
A county wide survey runs from 1st October for 6 weeks & feedback received will play an imp ortant role in identifying local community safety p riorities & informing the development of the LCSP’s 3 year Community Safety Plan for County Kildare.
To take part in the survey you need to scan the QR Code on the posters below
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Pickleball Looking for something fun to do on a Thursday Night . Join us for PICKLEBALL at Kildare Town Community School each Thursday evening 7pm – 9.30pm from September.
Fun, Friendly, & Great Exercise from €5 a session.
Register your interest via Whats App 085 81 8 1865
Qi Gong & Wellbeing class for beginners.
Monday 6.30pm – 7.30pm & Wednesday 10am – 11am at Aras Bhride, Parish Centre, Kildare Town. New term - Registrations open – contact Ambra 087 1470210
Adapted SEATED EXERCISE Class es are back each
Wednesday 10.30am – 11.30am and continues weekly during school term. All are welcome. For further informati on phone Eva 087 6321833
Events - Kildare Town Library – October 2026 Children’s Events: Storytime for children aged 0 – 5 years, every Friday morning at 11.00am Stories and songs for children under 5, followed by ‘Stay and Play’ with toys!
Halloween Storytime!
Friday 30th October, 11am-12pm Spooky Storytime for children under 5, followed by our regular stay and play.
Witches, wizards, goblins and ghouls all welcome!
SPACE WEEK! - Arts & Crafts with Anthony – Explore the Galaxy Rocket Craft!
Friday 9th October, 3.00pm-4.00pm Join Anthony for a fun-filled Space Week craft and learn to make a rocket to explore the Galaxy!
Suitable for children aged 7-10, children under 8 must be accompanied by an adul t.
Book Here - https://kildare.spydus.ie/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/ENQ/WPAC/EVSESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI=27600241 Children’s Boardgame & LEGO Free Play Suitable for ages 8 – 12, every Saturday, 2.30pm-4.00pm Drop-in, family-friendly boardgame and LEGO free play in the library (excluding Bank Holiday weekends) - Make new friends and try new games!
Family Fun Movie Mornings!
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Saturdays 3rd & 17th October, 11am-12:30pm Come along to Kildare Town Library for a fun family movie morning!
We will be screening a favourite film, and everyone is welcome . Children must be accompanied by an adult, suitable for all ages.
Free to attend, no booking required! Am Scéalaíochta Dátheangach/ Bilingual Storytime for Children (English/Irish) Saturday, 10th October/ Satharn, 10ú Deireadh Fómha ir, 3:15pm-4pm, Under 7s Bígí linn le haghaidh am scéalaíochta agus cúpla am hráin.
Ní gá clárú (saor in aisce). Beidh fáilte roimh chách!
No registration needed, veryone welcome!
Scribblers Writing Club!
Wednesday 14th October, 3.15pm-4pm Come make zines with cartoonist Kat Foyle!
In this workshop you'll get a quick history of zine - making and lots of tips and tricks to make your own short story booklet.
Materials will berovided but feel free to bring your favourite pens and pencils.
Scribb lers meet once a month to write and draw together.
We share our stories, play writing games and have lots of creati vefun.
Suitable for ages 11-13 / 5th and 6th class.
Book Here - https://kildare.spydus.ie/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/ENQ/WPAC/EVSESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI=27596481 Children’s Book Club
Wednesday 21st October, 3:15pm-4pm, ages 8-11 Calling all readers aged 8-11! Do you like all sorts of different types of sto ries and sharing them with your friends?
Come along to our Children's Book Club, new members welcome!
Book Here - https://kildare.spydus.ie/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/ENQ/WPAC/EVSESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI=27157783CoolFood School: Make Spooky Chocolate Apple Mummies!
Wednesday, 28th October, 11am – 12pm Make spooky chocolate apple mummies with Deirdre from the award-winning ‘The Cool Food School!’. Suitable for ages 5 - 12. Parents/guardians should accompany children.
Please book one ticket per child here - https://kildare.spydus.ie/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/ENQ/WPAC/EVSESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI=27520863HalloweenCraftSessionFriday30th October, 3pm-4pm Calling all crafty witches and wizards!
Join Emily for a fun upcycling Halloween craft session, where we will brew some potions and summon some ghosts!
Suitable for children aged 8-12. Part of Kildare County Council Climate Action Fortn ight.
Book here - https://kildare.spydus.ie/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/ENQ/WPAC/EVSESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI=27603893
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Family Events: Halloween Costume Swap! Saturday October 10th , 10am-1pm, 2-5pm Spooky Season is back!
Come along to our Costume Swap in Kildare Town Library on Saturday October 10th to find a new home for your old costumes and find new ones for this year!
Drop-in, all day, no booking required. Take-one-leave-one rule!
Only clean, good condition costumes will be accepted.
Strictly no more than two donations person/family.
Child and adult costumes. Young Adult Events: NEW! – Teen Book Club!
Friday 16th October, 3:15pm-4pm, ages 12-15 We are looking for members to join our brand-new Teen Book Club in Kildare Town Library – are you aged 12-15 and love reading and stories?
Or want something different to go to on a Friday afternoon?
Come along! Adult Events: CV Review & Advice Clinic with KWETB Adult Guidance Tuesday, 6th October,10am – 12.30pm Join Joanne at Kildare Town Library for this drop-in information session, no booking required, all welcome.
Digital Literacy - Drop in Session Thursday, 15th October – 1.00pm to 8.00pm Why not come along to our digital drop-in, 30-minute sessions?
Bring your own device and we will help you with all your tech ques tions!
Anthony will be available to help with tablets, phones etc. 1pm - 5pm & 6pm - 8pm. Booking required - Please call 045 52 0235 to reserve a slot.
Book Launch@ Kildare Town Library ‘Pop Culchie - The Irish Popular Culture that made us’ by Dr Párai c Kerrigan Saturday, October 17th, 2pm – 4pm We are delighted to welcome Páraic Kerrigan to Kildare Town Library for the launch of'Pop Culchie: The Irish Popular Culture That Made Us'. Páraic is an author, Assistant Professor at UCD and researcher and his w ork covers television, media, digital culture, sexuality and queer Irish culture.
Páraic has just appeared on RTÉ’s The Traitors Ireland so he will be a familiar face to many! 'Pop Culchie' is a wonderful exploration o f the moments that make up modern Irish popular culture, from Daniel O'Donnell and iodine tablets, forgotten pop acts to those charmingly Irish scandals that someho w become front-page news.
Join Páraic for lively conversation, audience questions and a book signing.
All welcome.
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Chair Yoga – Age Friendly 6-Week course – Tuesdays 13th October – 17th November, 2.30pm – 3.30pm Join the Siel Bleu team for a 6-week, Age Friendly Chair Yoga course - gentle seated aerobic, mobility, and stretching exercises designed to improve independence and overall well-being.
Please call 045 520 235 to book your free place.
Chime – National Charity for Deaf & Hard of Hearing People / Outreach Clinic Wednesday, October 28th , 1pm – 3pm Are you deaf or hard of hearing?
Need support or ad vice? Visit the Chime Outreach Clinic here in Kildare Town Library – no appointment needed.
Ciorcal Comhrá le haghaidh Daoine Fásta - Déardaoin 1ú & 15ú Deireadh Fómhair, 3.00 i.n. – 4.30 i.n. Tá Ciorcal Comhrá ar siúl i Leabharlann Bhaile Chill Dara.
Bí Linn! Tuilleadh eolas - 045 520 235 / kildarelib@kildarecoco.ie An Irish Language Conversation Group meets in Kilda re Library - new members are always welcome.
For more information contact 045 520235 . Get Crafty! –Thursdays 6.30pm – Take some time-out for yourself to knit, sew, crochet, quilt – whatever your passion!
Everyone welcome. Employ Ability Services, Drop-in Clinic, every Friday in October, 10.00am –1.00pm Are you looking to return to work after illness, in jury or disability?
Or maybe you are an employer looking for new staff?
Free and friendly advice - drop in from 10am – 1pm. Let's talk about Parenting Building Parenting Capacity and Confidence (4-12 years)
Thursday 22nd October, 6.30pm – Presented by Connected Childhood Fostering understanding to build confidence and rea ssure parents.
Developing an awareness of your own needs and capacity helps pare nts respond to their child rather than react.
When parents understand what may be hap pening beneath their child’s behaviour, they can respond with greater curiosity, compassion and confidence.
Building awareness of our own emotions, triggers and nervous system helps us recognise what we need to stay grounded
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when parenting feels challenging. Small moments of connection and repair can make a meaningful difference —parents do not need to get it right all the time.
Greater understanding brings greater confidence, helping pa rents trust themselves and strengthen their connection with their child.
Book here - https://www.tickettailor.com/events/letstalkaboutparenting/2375987AgeFriendlyEventsCoffeeMornings for over 55s Wednesdays 7th & 21st October, 10am – 12pm Join us in Kildare Library for tea, coffee, or just a chat . Irish Cancer Society Volunteer Drivers The Irish Cancer Society is expanding the volunteer driver service in the Carlow and Laois area, and we are seeking compassionate volunt eer drivers to join our pool of drivers.
We are specifically looking for drivers wh o can take patients to Naas Hospital, as well as St James’ Hospital and the Mater Hospita l in Dublin.
Gifting your time means that cancer patients will have comf ortable (one on one) transport to attend appointments for their lifesaving treatment.
If you can spare 2 days per month, have a valid dri ving license, and a safe, reliable vehicle, you are the perfect candidate to make a si gnificant difference.
Your generosity not only eases the journey for many during a challenging time but also offers comfort and support when it's needed most. For more information and to become a volunteer driv er, please contact Monica or Emily at volunteer@irishcancer.ie . Employ Ability Kildare Are you looking for part-time/ full-time work having a Disability, Injury, or Illness?
Employ Ability Kildare will help you find and suppor t you in Employment.
For further information, contact Liam Walsh on 087 614 5356 . The Legion of Mary meet in the Kildare Parish Centre - Aras Bhride, Kildare Town each Monday night 8pm. New Members welcome.
Contact : Michael 087 3293464 or Annette 086 861328 1 for further details Please join us in the Rosary for Peace which takes place every Saturday 3pm in The Square, Kildare Town (outside the Tourist Offic
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Kildare Community Garden Singers Meet up on Monday’s , 7.30pm – 9pm at Kildare Community Garden R51 EH21. All welcome.
Relaxed & fun group – No experience necessary. 18 Years and over.
Irish Figure Dancing Class Every Friday in Salle Hall, Kildare Town For further information :- Contact Facebook Page : Cill Dara IFDC Eagle Martial Arts & Self Defence Training Classes reopen to the public on Wednesday at Cids Gym beside Chapmans Garage, Dublin Rd, Kildare town. 6-7pm for juniors (4-12 yrs), 7-8pm teens and adults.
Also if you’d be interested in women’s only worksho ps, get in touch and I can run a 6 week programme in Awareness and Self Defence.
Call Darren 085 2483014
Radio Maria An Irish-run Catholic Talk-Radio Station with commercial free broadcasting.
Listen: 1. Via Digital TV - Saorview Channel 210 2. Download our FREE App “RADIO MARIA IRELAND” 3. Streaming on our WEBSITE - www.radiomaria.ie 4. Via our ‘Listen Live Radio’ link on our Face book Page. 5. Via PHONE – get live radio feed by calling +353 (0) 1 437 3277 (no extra charges apply). 6. Via DAB Radio in Leinster area.
SVP SHOP Any unwanted Christmas / Birthday gifts would be mo st appreciated and can be dropped to the shop Monday to Saturday, 9.30am – 5pm. Ladies Self Defence – Brazilian jiu Jitsu.
Self Defence, Build Confidence , become fit while having fun, learn a new skill.
Coached by a female active comp etitor. Every Saturday10am – 11am Location: R51 PK70 www.cilldaramartialartsacademy.com Kildare Town First Responders Why not join Kildare Community First Responders!
New and past members always welcome Do you live in Kildare Town?
Do you have a few hours every month to volunteer in your community?
Do you want to learn lifesaving skills?
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No experience necessary All training provided Help make a difference in our community.
Email us cfrkildaretown@gmail.com for more information Kildare Dementia Café The Dementia Cafe gathers on the last Thursday of ach month from 2.30pm to 4.30pm at Kildare Community Development Centre (old Presentation convent), R51 RF88. It is a welcoming space for people living With dementia and their families and friends to have a cup of tea and a chat.
Each month there is a short talk given by a guests peaker.
For any queries please contact Anne 0864411255
Rugby Players WANTED Are you new to Kildare ? Want a new challenge ?
Contact Jimmy 087 9852810
Join the Adventure with 4th Kildare Town Scouts!
We are looking for Adult Volunteers to help lead, s upport & inspire our young scouts.
Whether you have experience or just a passi on for the outdoors, your involvement makes a difference.
Why Volunteer with Us? Make a lasting impact on young lives, share your sk ills & passions, be part of a vibrant community, experience the thrill of scouting adventure.
kildaretownscouts@gmail.com or call Group leader Wayne Fitzgerald 085 7174483
Kildare CMWS Bingo each Sunday evening, doors open 7pm “eyes down” 8 pm sharp.
Single book + 4 flyers - €14 Additional flyers €2 each.
Pink Flyer – prize €500 Lilac Flyer Jackpot €11,00 in 46 numbers.
Orange flyer paid out on the night based on the cas h amount taken in on this orange flyer.
Vision Ireland We welcome donations of Bric-a-brac, homewares, etc for their shop, at Station Road, Kildare Town.
The shop is open Monday – Saturday, 9am – 5pm. Ph 087 1394325 . Family Carers Ireland
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Are you caring for a loved one at home with additio nal needs?
A spouse, partner, child, close relative or neighbour?
Then you are a family carer! Become a member of Family Carers Ireland, the national charity supporting Ireland’s 500,000+ family carers n ationwide.
Contact 057 93 70221 and hear how we can support you or for more info visit www.familycarers.ie . Kildare Tidy Towns We would ask everyone to help by keeping their own areas litter free & tidy.
Beauty dies. Where litter lies . Kildare Community Garden meet at Men’s Shed, Campio n Crescent.
R51 EH21 Each Monday & Friday from 11am – 1pm All are welcome and the kettle is always on…. Ph Mary on 087 9562158 …. For more information Monasterevin Ping Pong Club are looking for new members.
Open to all adults or over 16's accompanied by a parent.
The club meet every
Monday 20.45pm to 22.0 0pm in Monasterevin Community Centre. For more information contact Pau line 087 061 2689 . find us on
https: www.fac ebook.com/monasterevinpingpong Senior Line Would you like someone to talk to?
Senior Line is I reland’s national telephone service for older people, open every day of the yea r 10am – 10pm. They can be contacted on Freephone1800 80 45 91
Adult Literacy for Life Do you know in Ireland that almost 1 in 5 adults have difficulty with reading and writing? 1 in 2 have difficulty using digital devi ces?
If you or an adult family member would like support , you can contact : Kildare & Wicklow Education Training Board at 045 988000 . Th is service is free and confidential.
Kildare Town Men’s Shed The group meet each Tuesday from 10.30am to 12 noon . New members welcome.
Contact Jimmy on 086 0655728
Mortgage Arrears / Abhaile Scheme Is your mortgage in arrears?
Are you worried about losing your home? If so, you may be entitled to FREE Financial advice.
This is a state funded service. For more information contact Financial Solutions Ireland on 085 8674883 or www.fsireland.ie
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Good Morning Kildare’ This service provides a FREE friendly phone call on a regular basis to adults in their own home or place of residence.
It is a friendly chat about everyday things Gardening, Cookery, Sport, TV, Pets etc.
All calls are strictly private and confidentia l.
The phone operators are Garda Vetted. The service operates from 9.15am to 2.30pm Monday to Friday. ‘Good Morning Kildare’ supports Independent Living & Social Connection.
The service is supported by the HSE, DEASP, An Gard a Siochána.
If you are interested in availing of this service o r you know somebody who would benefit, please contact 045-859037 / 045-870268 or
goodmorningkildare@yahoo.ie Teach Tearmainn: - Working to end Domestic Violence.
Provides free and confidential emotional support, g uidance and information. provides short-term accommodation for women and children who are v ictims of domestic violence.
Ph 045 527584 . Kildare Small Jobs The Kildare Small Jobs is a DIY property maintenance se rvice for people over 65 living in County Kildare.
For a subscription feeof €65 you will get up to 5 callouts.
Each callout offers you two qualified, experienced, and insured KSJ Workers calling to your home for 1.5 hours, to get your small jobd one.
There is no charge for us calling out to assess a job.
For further information and a list of what jobs, we can do please feel free to call us on 086 060 7346
KILDARE SMALL JOBS is a Social Enterprise and a Com munity Employment initiative hosted by County Kildare LEADER Partners hip, funded by The Department of Social Protection and Dorman Account Funding.
Mass for the African Community celebrated in St. Brigid’s Parish Church on the 3rd Sunday of each month.
All Welcome Drug and Alcohol addiction knows no boundaries, You Are Not Alone, help is always available.
Please contact You Are Not Alone support group on 085-7872730 for a confidential and non-judgemental service.
Little Way Cancer Support Centre in Clane, Co. Kildare is here to help anybody in our parish who is affect ed by cancer.
Our services are free of charge for people affected by cancer (Patients and carers)
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A message from an Garda Siochana wish to warn people of a doorstep fraud and theft offence which has become prevalent over the last number of weeks.
Elderly People are being targeted at their homes by Criminals who are impersonating Gardaí. The offenders are fraudulently pretending to be plain clothes Gardaí who are checking for dud money.
They have duped people all around the country and stolen their cash on the pretence of checking to see if it is ge nuine money.
They are producing false identification to assist the process.
Advice: An Garda Siochana will never ask people about their fi nances on the doorstep of their homes and will never ask to check money Always ask for Identification and do not be afraid to question it.
If in doubt politely tell the caller that you want to verify their true identity.
If necessary contact your local Garda Station who will be able to establish quickly if the caller is a member of An Garda Siochana.
Report any such activity to your local Garda Statio n even if you have not been the victim of a theft.
That report could save a nei ghbour or someone else close by.
Please check on elderly neighbours, family and frie nds and advise and reassure them
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LETTE. 1” November 2026 Fr. Yohan Fernando P
Ph. 878008
admin@ EIRCODES: St. Brigid's Church, Kill W91 D Feast HOLY SOULS :
Monday 2 Novis All Souls Day. Itis a holy and wholesome thought to pray for our dead.
FIRST FRIDAY: The sick and house bound will be attended this Friday.
Mass will be offered for all those whose names are on the list of the dead.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: Friday in Kill from after 10.00am Mass until 11.30am NEW BOXES OF PARISH ENVELOPES: There are extra boxes of envelopes available at the church doors for anyone who hasn't received one.
If you take a box of envelopes please leave your name and box no into the parish office.
Thank you. NOVEMBER LIST OF THE DEAD: The purple envelope in your box is for this purpose.
You are invited to write the names of your departed loved ones on the note provided and return it in the envelope with an offering.
Mass will be offered on the First Friday of the month throughout the year for all whose names are on the list of the dead Annual Remembrance Mass: will be celebrated on
Friday 20th November at 7:30pm in St. Brigid's Church, Kill.
This special Mass is a dedicated time for us to come together as a community to remember, honour, and pray for all our loved ones who have passed away, especially those who died during the past year.
If you have a relative who died elsewhere during the year and would like them remembered, please hand the name to the Parish office and come along on the night.
ANNIVERSARIES: Mary Dayton; Hilary O’Connor; Christy Reeves; Dessie & Billy Byrne; Rosie Travers; Annie Gleeson; Joe Cox; John Fox; Anne Delahunt; Eamon & Chris Heaney; Ellen McKenna; Ann Caulwell; Patrick & Sarah Kelly; Mary O'Connor.
Mairead O'Hara; Pat O'Hara; Michéal & Síle Kirwan.
Mass will be offered for Michael Shadlow, Johnstown this
Sunday 1” November at 11am Mass in St. Brigid’s Church, Kill. Mass will be offered for Mairead Fleming, Straffan next
Saturday 7” Nov at 6.30pm in St. Brigid's Church, Kill.
May they rest in peace. BAPTISMS: We welcome into the Christian Community Fionnula Mary Finan who was baptised last week-end in Kill Church.
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All Saints CEMETERY PRAYERS: Will be recited in Whitechurch Cemetery this Sunday Nov 1* at 2pm and Oughterard Cemetery next Sun Nov 8" at 2pm. PARISH COLLECTIONS: Basket €972. Parish Envelope Collection €1,425 Sincere thanks.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION:
Monday 2™ Nov in Two Mile House Church after 9.30am Mass until 7pm KILL SCOUTS FUNDRAISER: Join us for a Cake Sale and cup of tea next
Sunday 8 Nov after 11am Mass in the Scouts Den.
Please drop by, enjoy some treats and support your local scout group.
CYSTIC FIBROSIS IRL: Church gate collection next weekend 7/8 Nov in both churches.
Thank you KILL GAA LOTTO: 27 Oct 2026. Winning no's 4,8,26,28. No Jackpot Winner.
Two lucky dip winners: Bobby Cullen & Patsy Foley.
KILL NEWS:
for St. Brigid’s Church, Kill Mon-Fri10am;
Sat 6.30pm; Sun 11am Webcam link www.webcam.killparish.ie Church open from 8am to 5pm. Confessions: Every Friday after 10am Mass or by arrangement.
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS: Next week-end: Group 3 READERS FOR NEXT WEEK: Saturday at 6.30pm: Josephine Bourke Sunday at 11 a.m: Thomas Kinirons
for St. Anne’s Church, Ardclough Sunday at 9.30am & 1” Friday of month at 8pm Mass streamed via link on parish website https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=88kWh2sh6to Church open every day from 10am to 4pm. NEXT WEEK’S READERS: Sunday at 9.30am: Philip McElvaney EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS: Sunday at 9.30am: Margaret Ryan- EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: Friday next from 7pm. Benediction at 7.45pm. Mass at 8pm
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NEWSLETTER 1st November 2026 ALL SAINTS: Weekend
Saturday - Raheen 7.30pm Sunday - Ballinagar 10am & Killeigh 11.30am Funeral Masses no longer on Sundays in Killeigh Parish.
Raheen Mass Time Change : Please note mass time in Raheen will change to 6.30pm from 7.30pm for the 4 months of November, December, January & February beginning November 7th.
If you have a Family Member sick at home or in hospital please let us know by contacting the Parish Office 057 93 44161 or Fr. John.
Pray for : Maricica Maicariu, Tullamore.
SATURDAY 7.30pm Noreen Garry, Ballykeane. Liturgy for the Holy Souls of the last year. BALLINAGAR:
SUNDAY 10.00am For the People of the Parish. Liturgy for the Holy Souls of the last year. KILLEIGH:
SUNDAY 11.30am Catherine Greene & Deceased Deering Family, Killurin.
Kathleen Dunne & Deceased Dunne Family. Ballinvalley.
Our Parish Calendar. Remembering those who died since 1st Nov last, and whose funerals took place to or through our local church:- Raheen , 7.30
Saturday 31st October Ballinagar
Sunday 1st November at 10.00am Killeigh
Sunday 1st November 11.30am CHRISTMAS TIMES: VIGIL MASSES [Thurs 24th December] Killeigh 5pm Raheen 7.30pm CHRISTMAS DAY [Friday 25th Dec] Ballinagar 10am. Killeigh 11.30am 1st Penance:- Killeigh 7pm
Wed 27th Jan Ballinagar 7pm
Tue 2nd Feb Geashill 7pm
Wed 3rd Feb Cloneygowan 7pm Thur 4th Feb ASH
WEDNESDAY 10th February CONFIRMATION
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Billy Scallan & Alison O’Neill, Arklow. Brian & Mary Dunne, Hawkswood.
Liturgy for the Holy Souls of the last year . This Week in Killeigh at 10.00am Monday, Tuesday & Friday.
Monday: ALL SOULS Friday: First Friday. Adoration 9.00am & Mass 10am. MASSES FOR NEXT WEEKEND: RAHEEN:
SATURDAY 7.30pm Margaret Dempsey, Cloneygowan.
Patrick & Ann (Dolly) Briscoe, Geashill.
Eileen Kinnarney, Geashill. Pat & Maureen O’Rourke, Ballyaville.
BALLINAGAR:
SUNDAY 10.00am HOLY SATURDAY , Raheen Easter Vigil EASTER
SUNDAY 28th March Ballinagar 10am & Killeigh 11.30am 1st Holy Communion ALL AT 11.30am Geashill
Saturday 8th May Ballinagar
Saturday 15 May Killeigh
Saturday 22nd May Cloneygowan
Sat 29th May CEMETERY MASSES 2027:
Saturday evening in Raheen at 7.30pm [until Oct 31st] Nov, Dec, Jan, & Feb 6.30pm
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SUNDAY 11.30am Johnny Dillon, Australia & Gorteen. 1st Anniversary & Jimmy & Maisie & Deceased Dillon Family.
Frank McEvoy, Hillview Cresent. Jim McRedmond, Killurin.
John Kinnarney, Killurin . Hugh & Nora Mahon, Killurin & Fr. John & Fr. Pat Mahon.
Mick Murray, Meelaghans. Ministers of Holy Eucharist Next Week:- Killeigh Sun : Sally Green/Dolores Martin Raheen Sat: Brendan & Imelda Garry Ballinagar Sun : John McDonald READERS for next weekend:- Raheen 7.30pm: Confirmation Children B’Gar 10.00am: Confirmation Children Killeigh 11.30am: Dillon Family Parish Office Open Next Week: Sunday morning in Ballinagar at 10.00am Sunday morning in Killeigh at 11.30am These times are provisional.
A Copy of the Scroll of the Prophet Isaiah, found in 1948 in a cave near the Dead Sea.
Carbon dated showing it was writen in 70 Todays News Stories on; 'Catholic Ireland.NET' Interesting Catholic News Log on to www.iCatholic.ie View interesting videos.
Message of Bishop Denis Nulty to Priests & People on the death of Pope Francis CLICK TO READ Welcome and Thank God for Pope Leo.
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Tues, Thurs & Friday 11-1pm Call 057 93 44161 or leave a
Re: Ministers for Parishioners that are available and for which Training will be provided.
Would you Volunteer.? Can you recommend a Parishioner?
Can you recommend someone to approach .? Ministries :- 1. Readers 2. Ministers of Holy Communion 3. Funeral Ministers - Leading Prayers in the home, At the Reception into the Chapel and perhaps at the Graveside.
Holy Days: ALL MASSES AT 10am 8th December – Conception of Mary.
Mass in Raheen -- St. Mary’s 17th March St. Patrick – Mass in Killeigh – St. Patrick’s 6th January – Epiphany Mass in Ballinagar -- St. Joseph’s Christmas Timetable – Vigil Masses - Killeigh 5pm & Raheen 7.30pm Christmas Day - Same as Sundays – Ballinagar 10am & Killeigh 11.30am Easter Timetable - ALL AT 7.30pm Pope Leo XIV The untold story of new elected Pope Robert Prevost: In 1975 Robert Prevost was at the top of his game.
Chicago math teacher. Devout Catholic. Accepted into Harvard Law.
He had everything a young man could dream of, But then—he made a decision that no one saw coming.
Read MORE. Congratulations to the Committee.
All updates on Facebook page.
- info@killeighcommunitycentre.com Useful contacts for Information on Marian Shrines, and others:- http://www.knock-shrine.ie/ History; Pilgrims Guide; Facilities; Accommodation; News; Shop; etc http://en.lourdes-france.org/tv-lourdes/ See Live TV from the shrine; Deepen [history, Messages, Cures, etc]; Youth http://sacredsites.com/europe/portugal/fatima.htmlSacred Sites; Places of Peace and Power throughout the world SEE OUR EMIGRANT ADVICE PAGE SLIDE SHOWS:- Visit your ancestors grave in Killeigh Old cemetery.
Annagharvey cemetery.
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Holy Thursday – Killeigh Good Friday - Ballinagar Holy Saturday - Raheen Rosary in Ballinagar Cemetery This
Sunday 1st November at 3pm. Report from Parish Draw Planning sub-committee: The Killeigh Parish 2026 Christmas Draw will take place
Thursday 10th of December in the CYMS Hall Cloneygowan at 8pm. Cards will be €2 a Line or a Full Card €20. Draw Cards & Parish Calendars will go out to Parishioners from November 11th.
The Donate Button will again be in operation.
Bring a Newsletter to your Neighbour. If you have a Family Member sick at home or in hospital please let us know by contacting the Parish Office 057 93 44161 or Fr. John.
Cemetery Masses 2027 Frid 11th June 7.30pm Killeigh Templetyrine Ballykane Thanks to work of Roseanna and Emma.
See slides of the Easter Morning Mass on the mountain View some pics from the Official Opening of Ballinagar School.
USEFUL INFORMATION Warning signs of a STROKE: The following can help you recognise if someone is having a stroke and ACT FAST if you see any of them.
F – FACE: Ask the person to smile-does one side droop?
A – ARMS: Ask the person to raise both arms and keep them there.
S – SPEECH: Can the person repeat a sentence?
Is their speech slurred? T – TIME: If you see any of the above signs – even just one – call 999 for an ambulance ///////////////////////////////////////////////// Suicidal Thoughts?
Share the Load! ….others can help you carry it.
Midlands Living Links 086-1600641
MABS – Money Advice – Hibernian Hse, 076-107-2710 (free & confidential).
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Tues 15th June 7.30pm Annagharvey
Sat 19th June 7.30pm Raheen
Sun 27th June 10.30am Ballinagar Diocesan Sacred Music Workshop for K&L Parish Choirs: Saturday, 21st November in Carlow Cathedral from 11am – 4:30pm. A hot lunch will be provided and booking will be essential.
059-917 6725 / 059-914 2796 or email Aisling@kandle.ie Coffee Morning : Wednesday Morning Nov 11th in Killeigh Community Centre 10.30am until 12.30. Everyone welcome.
Bingo: Every Tuesday night 7.30pm in Killeigh Community Centre.
Doors open 6.30. The Sports updates to Club and Community notes available on www.killeigh.com TAX REFUND ON YOUR DONATIONS TO THE PARISH & CLERGY FUNDS 2025 If you still have a Form from 2024/2023/2022 we can still put them through for a refund. €13,784.90 has been received to date from Revenue.
Guild of St. Philip Neri I. – Citizens Information Centre Mon-Sat, 10.30am-12.30pm 057 9352204 . Samaritans : 1850 60 90 Pieta House 1800 247 or 0818 277 438
Samaritans new freephone number 116 123 visit www.3ts.ie/need-help/ for a full list of crisis helplines Domestic Violence We can help!
Contact Offaly Domestic Violence Support Service (ODVSS) on our Confidential Information Line 057 9351886 . (Open Mon to Fri 10am to 12pm2pm to 4pm) Have you got a number in your phone after the letters In Case of Emergency?
DO IT NOW! Grow: World Community Mental Health Movement in Ireland.
You alone can dotit, but you can’t do it alone.
If you are anxious, depressed, or feeling suicidal, GROW can support you.
Strictly Confidential. www.grow.ie Young Adult Group
Monday 7.30pm, Community Group
Thurs 3.00pm Community Health Centre 057 9351124 . Pontifical University – St Patrick’s College, Maynooth.
Higher Diploma in Theological Studies One-year part-time evening course.
Lectures are held on: Mon’s & Wed’s 6.30- 9.30pm Four Saturdays ( 2 Sat every semester) 10am – 4pm. Info etc Contact 01-7084772
admissions@spcm.ie or maynoothcollee.ie Read about Bishop Daniel Delaney. Bishop of K&L 200 years ago
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Members of the Guild of St. Philip Neri, Portlaoise, visit prisoners in Portlaoise and Midlands prisons as befrienders/listeners.
The Guild is a conference of St. Vincent de Paul Society.
The guild is accepting applications from anyone interested in this work.
Please contact 086-046 2405 for further information.
Thank you. Clonaslee Clodiagh Players Present Two Shots and a Cow in Mountmellick Arts Centre the 13th & 14th November.
Doors open at 7.30pm Safeguarding:- Director & :- Ailish Higgins :
- safeguarding@kandle.ie Phone:- 085-8021633
Data Protection Officer: David O’Brien
dpo@kandle or 056 777 5417
Local Safeguarding Reps: Breda O’Connor; Mary Dempsey; Concepta Murphy; Catherine Guinan TUSLA 044-9353997
Pope Leo XIV The untold story of new elected Pope Robert Prevost: In 1975 Robert Prevost was at the top of his game.
Chicago math teacher. Devout Catholic. Accepted into Harvard Law.
He had everything a young man could dream of, But then—he made a decision that no one saw coming.
He said no to Harvard No to a six-figure future.
No to fame. No to comfort And yes—to something few dare to choose: A life of complete surrender.
He j oined a missionary group and moved to Peru.
Not to the cities. Not to the tour ist spots . But to the *most* remote villages—where children die from treatable diseases.
And families walk miles just for clean water.
There were no roads. No running water. No Just mountains.
Silence And poverty. But he embraced it like home Robert didn’t just live *among* the people.
He became *one* of them Learned Quechua—the sacred language of the Incas Carried food on foot for days Slept on dirt floors with the villagers Prayed under the stars When he wasn’t building shelters.
He taught math to barefoot kids under broken rooftops.
When he wasn’t teaching. He carried the sick on donkeys to get help.
When he wasn’t healing. He listened—truly listened—to stories no one else cared to h ear.
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While his friends from back home became lawyers and doctors.
He became something else entirely. A shepherd A brother A quiet warrior of faith And slowly—his legend grew.
His acts weren’t broadcasted. But they echoed throu gh the Andes Bishops noticed Priests noticed And eventually—the Vatican noticed They called him back to lead his entire Augustinian order.
From serving a vil lage. To overseeing 2,800 brothers in over 40 countries.
Still—he kept his same sandals Still—he walked with the poor Still—he rejected luxury Then came the call that changed everything: Rome wanted him closer.
In 2020 He was appointed Archbishop and assigned to govern other bishops globally.
It was rare. But Robert had never chased traditi on.
He wasn’t just fluent in Latin or Canon Law.
He was fluent in *compassion* In humility In listening In *presence* The Vatican didn’t just see a priest. They saw a *leader with soul*. On September 30, 2023. Pope Francis made it official: Robert Prevost was named a Cardinal.
Just one step below the Pope And then… in 2025 History was made.
For the first time ever An American A former math teacher A missionary to the forgotten Was elevated as the 267th Pope of the Catholic Church And he didn’t forget the people who shaped him.
To this day [the day he became Pope] Robert still returns to the same villages.
Still prays in Quechua Still sits on dirt floors Still holds the hands of the elderly in silence Because leadership he believes:
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Is about *presence* not position The world is obsessed with power.
But Robert Prevost proves: Titles mean nothing without service Knowledge is useless without love And faith—without sacrifice—is noise He turned down the world.
And changed it instead. BACK TO FRONT PAGE LATEST WORLD CATHOLIC NEWS Message to Priests & People on the death of Pope Francis It is with great sadness that we learned of the news of t he death of Pope Francis.
While we knew he was very ill, seeing him on Easter Sunday in St. Peter’s Square, greeting the faithful, brought great comfort.
The announcement of his death on Easter Monday morning was all the more a shock and sad, at the suddenness of his passing.
Pope Francis came from the periphery, as the first Pope from the Americas, and those at the periphery - the poor, the migrant, the prisoner, the refugee, the outcast – were always at the centre of his pontificate . Only last Holy Thursday, despite his own frailty, he to ok time to visit Rome’s Regina Coeli prison and his first visit outside Rome as Pope was to the tiny island of Lampedusa to remember the many drowned at sea, in search of refuge and a new beginning on main land Europe.
Pope Francis will be remembered for many things and there will be much commentary over the next while, but for me, his message of inclusion and mercy was key. “ The name of God is mercy ” he reminded us.
And now we commend him to the mercy of God.
I ask every parish to celebrate a Requiem Mass for the h appy repose of the soul of Pope Francis on a date and time that is convenient for you.
You may ring your Church Bells 88 times, if you wish, at the end of that Mass (once for every year of his life).
We should include Pope Francis in our intercessory prayers for the dead at all Masses over the coming days.
I will celebrate a Requiem Mass in the Cathedral on Thur sday 24 April at 10am for the repose of his soul.
At the heart of Pope Francis’ message of hope in this Jubilee Year was the reality of the life, death and resurrection of Christ and in this Easter Octave, Pope Fran cis is welcomed into the eternal embrace of the resurrection.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. Every blessing and good wish to all of you during this Easter Octave, 22 April 2025 + Denis
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Contact Details: Fr Pat Hennessy 059 9721463
Deacon Patrick Roche 083 1957783
Parish Centre 059 9722607
Parish Mobile 085 7714309
info@leighlinparish.ie Live Webcam www.leighlinparish.ie Registered Charity CHY7355
Leighlinbridge Confession
Sat 6.30-7.15pm
Saturday 7.30pm
Sunday 11.00am
Mon 2nd 9.30am Tues-
Thurs 9.30am Annual Bereavement Mass
Friday 7.30pm Eucharistic Adoration
Wed 2-5pm Ballinabranna
Sunday 9.30am
Mon 2nd 7.30pm No Mass on Friday Eucharistic Adoration
Wed 2 - 3pm LEIGHLIN PARISH NEWSLETTER 1ST NOVEMBER 2026 ALL SAINTS Remember Together During the month of November, we reflect on two Church feasts.
The Feast of All Saints and the Feast of All Souls.
All Saints, All Souls Remember those who keep the faith, Who always turned up to pray.
Who showed the love of Jesus in their lives from day to day.
Remember those this special time who live with God above.
All Saints, All Souls And all our own, Who live with God in love.
Mary Murphy, (Née Scariff), Cassaugh, Coolcullen, formally Bawnree, Old Leighlin First Anniversaries: Josie McAssey, Seskin Road.
Mass on Sunday Nov 1st at 11am in Leighlinbridge.
The Foley Family, The Ridge Patrick L Roche, Coolnakisha House, Leighlinbridge Baby Michaela Mae Kinsella, Tomard, Milford Patty McGrath, Finglas West, Dublin Sean Cleary, Carraig O’Brien, Athlone Patrick & Hannah Lowry, Clogrennane Denis & Elizabeth Nolan, The Ridge Denis Nolan Jnr, The Ridge Elizabeth Nolan, Coolnakisha Michael & Sheila Bolger, New Road Terry McDonagh (Née Bolger), Coolnakisha & Brittas Notices: The Irish Cancer Society : is seeking compassionate volunteer drivers to join our pool of drivers.
As a volunteer driver you would be bringing patients undergoing chemotherapy to the hospital and back home for their treatment.
Gifting your time means that cancer patients will have comfortable (one on one) transport to attend appointments for their lifesaving treatment.
If you can spare 2 days per month, have a valid driving licence, and a safe, reliable vehicle, you are the perfect candida te to make a significant difference.
The Irish Cancer Society will provide you with training befo re you start as a driver for us.
Your generosity not only eases the journey for many during a challenging time but also offers comfort and support when it's needed most. For more information and to become a volunteer driver, please contact Monica or Emily at volunteer@irishcancer.ie Our Lady’s NS, Nurney: Enrolment now Open for Sept 2027 if interested, please contact info@ourladysnurney.com to enquire or to visit during school hours.
Now offering subsidised Breakfast club & After-schools service.
Application form at www.ourladysnurney.com . Parents/guardians and their children are welcome to our Book Fair on
Tues 17th Nov 6- 8pm. Safeguarding: If you have an issue with Safeguarding in the Parish, please contact the DLP: Michele Hughes 086-1710643 or email dlp@kandle.ie . Local safeguarding Reps are Eileen Johnston, Michael Roche & Liz Dunne.
OUR NEWSLETTER IS SPONSORED BY LEIGHLIN CREDIT UNION WWW.LEIGHLINCU.IE James Minchin, Lower Seskin Jackie Foy, Rathellen Matt Lynch, Old Leighlin Bridget Flynn, Closutton Michael (Mick) Flynn, Seskin Road James Darcy, Coolnakisha & England Leighlin https://www.leighlinparish.ie
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St Fintan's Church Readers Ministers
Mon 2nd Nov 7.30pm Padraig Farrell Benny Amond
Sun 8th Nov Josephine Fitzgerald Killian Amond Church Cleaning Bridie Keating, Mary Quinn, Josephine Fitzgerald Church Flowers November Mary Dunne Papers Declan McDonald St Lazerian’s Church Readers Ministers
Sat 7th Nov 7.30pm Tadhg Rubin- Owens Christine Thompson Mairead Hayden
Sun 8th Nov 11.00am Stacey D’Souza Paddy O’Brien Anita Dunican Church Cleaning Lillia, Bernie Price, Rose Arnold Church Flowers November Ann Kelly Reader for Week Wed Angela Roche Mon, Tue, Thur Benny Mills The Parish Office will Close on a Wednesday at 2pm until further notice . Sorry for any inconvenience.
In November We Remember: in a particular way those who have died, you are invited to follow the daily scripture posts from the diocese on the Kandle Facebook and Xaccounts, as well as prayers for particular days.
A prayer leaflet is also available on kandle.ie with prayers for a visit to the grave, a visit to the Church and a prayer at bedtime in the month of November.
Remembrance Tree: will be placed in the Church for November, where people can write their loved one’s names and place it on the tree where they will be remembered for the month of November.
Labels provided. INFORMATION EVENING: for older persons and people living with dementia or conditions affecting memory.
Please come along to Leighlin Parish Centre on Thursday, November 5th . Brief presentations will be given by The Alzheimer's Society of Ireland, Carlow Older People's Network, ASI Bethany House and ALONE. Commencing 7.30 p.m.
All welcome. Leighlinbridge NS Admissions 2027/2028 : are open from
Friday 16th October until
Friday 6th November. See our school website for a copy of our admission policy and annual a dmission notice.
Application forms are available to download: www.leighlin.net or on request by emailing the school at leighlinbridge@gmail.com or writing to the school at Leighlinbridge NS, Leighlinbridge, Co. Carlow.
Enrolment for incoming Junior Infants in Scoil Molaise: Old Leighlin for September 2027 is taking place from
Monday 19th October until
Monday 9th November 2 026. We are also accepting applications for our special classes for Autism during these dates also.
A ll information details and application forms are available on the school website www.oldleighlin.com under the'Admissions' section.
Grásta – Enriching Couples and Families: Grásta is a voluntary group of Married Couples based in Ireland, who for over 25 years have been facilitating Pre-Marria ge Courses for couples getting married in the Catholic Church.
We also organise courses for Married Couples and Families.
There are upcoming pre-marriage and married couple’s courses in November 2026 and February 2027, please visit www.grasta.org for more information.
Team Hope Shoebox Appeal : if you would like to fill a box or make a donation to help someone less fortunate than you this Christmas, leaflets are available in the Parish Centre, please leave your boxes into the Parish Centre before
Mon 9th Nov for attention of Emily & Ann Kelly. Bilboa Parish Craft & Food Fair :
Sunday 15th Nov 2026 in the Woodford Dolmen Hotel . From 12noon to 4.30pm. Flower demonstrations hourly commencing 1pm. NOTICES Lotto Results: Old Leighlin: 8, 10, 26, 27 No Winner Jackpot € 5,350 Ballinabranna: 15, 16, 23, 28 No Winner Jackpot € 1,150 Leighlinbridge: 10, 19, 21, 22 No Winner Jackpot € 3,900 25th Oct 2026 Offertory € 880 € 243 Weekly € 375 € 155 Communion Calls : will be on
Mon 2nd,
Tues 3rd &
Wed 4th Nov, in the usual order. Annual Bereavement Mass: will take place on
Fri 6th November in Leighlinbridge Church at 7.30pm. November Dead List : This year we would like all names to be in the Parish Office no later than
Fri 13th Nov to facilitate having the list completed and published by the end of November. Your continued support with this is greatly appreciated.
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0 Parói ste Móinteach Mílic Nuachtlitir All Saints 1st November 2026 Fr. Mícheál Murphy, . .
Fr. Noel Dunphy,
Deacon Sebastian Kopijka
Tel 057 – 8624390 Email.stjosephs1878@gmail.com Web. www.mountmellickparish.ie ALL SAINTS Blessed are the clean of heart, for they shall see God.
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God.
ALL SAINTS Today’s feast is an occasion for great thanksgiving, honouring all the saints, both known and unknown, who offer us memories and models of holiness.
We, too, are called to holiness; to be saints.
The Communion of Saints prays for us, willing us on to join them.
We can try to do this by following the message and example of Jesus, as portrayed in today’s Gospel.
Here Jesus teaches the disciples God’s law in a new way.
His values and attitudes, summed up in the Beatitudes, are a map comprised of eight differen t paths.
By following them, we align our lives with the heart of God and ‘holiness’. NOVEMBER PRAYER & ROSARY Clonaghadoo Cemetery : there will be Rosary in Clonaghadoo Cemetery after 9am mass this Sunday morning November 1st. St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Acragar You are invited to our Cemetery Prayers and Rosary next Sunday November 8th at 2.00pm. in St. Joseph’s Cemetery.
SYNOD NEWS - SYNODALITY NEWS Over 300 National Synodal Assembly delegates from across Ireland met two weeks ago(Oct 17th) to consider 35 proposals to guide the future of the Catholic Church in Ireland.
These 35 proposals were subsequently grouped under five pathways: – The Church that Proclaims the Gospel – The Church as a Community of Belonging – The Church as a Place of Healing – The Church that Accompanies – The Church that Empowers for Ministry and Co-responsibility.
The various recommendations of the delegates will now be shared with our Catholic Bishops for their consideration.
More on www.synod.ie November 2nd All Souls Day On the feast of All Souls, and throughout the entire month of November, we recall our deceased relatives, friends, and all the faithful departed.
We pray for them, remembering that likewise they will intercede us too.
Eternal rest grant unto them O Lord, may perpetual light shine on them.
May they rest in peace. Mass for All Souls will be at 10.00am and 7.30pm on Monday (2nd) All Saints Day Prayer Dear holy saints of God, we join our prayers of praise to yours this day, with you we sing of God’s goodness, rejoice in God’s mercy and celebrate Gods incredible love.
Teach us to live as you lived – always thinking of others, always recognising our weaknesses, always rejoicing in God’s gifts, always closely following Jesus.
Blessed are you, happy are you, all you holy saints of God.
Pray for us that we, too, may someday be among God’s Holy Ones.
Amen. In November We Remembe r: As we remember in a particular way in November those who have died, you are invited to follow the daily scripture posts from the diocese of Kildare and Leighlin on the'Kandle' Facebook and Xaccounts, as well as prayers for particular days.
A prayer leaflet is also available on www.kandle.ie with prayers for a visit to the grave, a visit to the Church and a prayer at bedtime in the month of November.
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MOUNTMELLICK PARISH Collections - Collections Saturday/Sunday October 24th & 25th Baskets: €655 Envelopes: €560 DONATE ONLINE You can make your donation to support the parish via (1) the ‘Donate’ button on our Parish Websit ( www.mountmellickparish.ie ), (2) our ‘Tap- to-Donate’ units (inside the main door) or (3) by using our dedicated ‘QR Code’ on the left.
CHEQUES Please make all cheques for the parish payable to “Mountmellick Parish No 1 Account”. MANY THANKS FOR ALL YOUR SUPPORT Ministers of the Word Saturday/Sunday November 7th & 8th Sat. 7.30pm – Fiona Walsh Sun.11.00am – Mona Conroy Ministers of the Eucharist Saturday/Sunday November 7th & 8th Sat.7.30pm – Dolores Fitzgerald & Sebastian Kopijka Sun. 11.00am – Noreen Savage & Paddy Buggy MOUNTMELLICK PARISH LOTTO
Wednesday 28th October 2026 Jackpot Numbers: 12:14:25:31: No Jackpot Winner.
N/Week’s Jackpot: €15,000 6 Matched ‘3’ - €167 each.
Winner Promoter Margaret Lalor C. Lindley Margaret McCann Emmett Stores Joanna Drumm Emmett Stores Kildare & Leighlin SAFEGUARDING Designated Liaison Person & Director of Safeguarding - Ailish Higgins.
safeguarding@kandle.ie Deputy DLP:
086 1710643 . Local Enquiries.
Tel. 057/8624390. www.safeguarding.ie Sunday Evening Devotions here, in our Parish Church, at 6.30pm this Sunday evening.
All welcome. Wedding Celebrations…. Congratulations to Dearbhla Dunne & Alan Coss who were married here on Friday October 30th.
May the Lord keep them forever in fidelity and Love.
Amen. ANNUAL BEREAVEMENT MASS for those who have died in the last 12 months will be held in St. Joseph’s Church on Tuesday November 24th at 7.30pm. REMEMBERING OUR FAITHFUL DEPARTED – ANNIVERSARIES Month’s Mind Mass: Michael (Sonny) Lawlor, Cloncosney, mass on Tuesday November 3rd at 7.30pm. 1st Anniversary Mass: Susan Delaney, Church Court, mass on Thursday November 5th at 7.30pm.
Please pray for the following whose anniversaries are remembered this weekend and for whom Mass will be offered: Mick Bergin, Cloncannon, Brigid Davitt Road, Patrick Deegan, Derryguile, Breda Moss, Derrycloney, Gerry O’Connell, Pond Lane, William & Elizabeth Delaney, Derryguile, Henry & Mary Ann Peake, Cloncannon, Peg & Thomas Gorman, Derrycloney, Ellen Brennan, Portlaoise, Ellen Curham, Killeen, Barney & Esther Flood, George & Elizabeth Sheehey, Annie Glennon, Pattison Est.,
in St. Joseph’s Church available on the parish webcam. Mountmellick Embroidery Bicentenary Celebration & Unveiling Celebrate the completion and formal unveiling of our 200th-anniversary commemorative embroidery piece, featuring guest speakers and an exhibition of local work.
Date & Time: Saturday, November 7th at 10:30am. Venue: Mountmellick Community Arts Centre, All are welcome!
BALCONY CINEMA presents “The Lost King” at 8.00pm. on Wed November 4th.
Adm: €5. REMEMBRANCE TREE During November we remember our faithful departed.
Place the names of your deceased loved ones on our remembrance tree and as a community we unite in honouring and thanking God for them.
May the souls of our faithful departed, through the mercy of God rest in peace.
Amen Friday November 6th. First Friday. Masses: 10am Parish Church & 8.00pm Clonaghadoo MOUNTMELLICK PUBLIC ROSARY Our next monthly public Rosary will be on Saturday November 7th at 4.00pm in O’Connell Square, Mountmellick.
All are welcome to join us in prayer. ANNUAL MASS The Annual Mass for retired nurses of St. Vincent’s Hospital, Irishtown, will be held in St. Vincents CNU, Irishtown on Wednesday November 4th at 2.00pm.
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St. Fintan’s Parish, Mountrath Sat. 31st Oct. Sun. 1st Nov. Feast of All Saints Fr. (087) 605 5783
Fr. Joe (087) 241 1594
Parish Website www.mountrathparish.ie Email jmbrophy2@gmail.com Name of Parish App . Mountrath and Ballyfin Parishes Safeguarding Children Parish Reps Ballyfin Triona O’Rourke and Peter Byrne Mountrath Caroline Moore Pacelli Walsh Deputy Diocesan Liaison Michelle Hughes c/o Bishop’s House, Dublin Rd, Carlow Ph: 085 802 1633
Lord, for your faithful people, Life is changed, not ended
Anniversaries Sat. 31st Oct. to Sun. 8th Nov
as listed below are for Mountrath Ch. unless o therwise indicated Sat . 31st Oct. . 7.00 pm Gilman Family, Woodbrook.
Brendan and Nancy Bredin, Derrou gh And their son, Des (Desmond) Shannon St., 2nd Anniv Danny and Bridie Lalor, Main St ., Sun . 1st Nov. 9.00 am The Hollow Church Feast of All Saints 11.30 am Feast of All Saints 2.00 pm Mountrath Cemetery Service of Commemoration of Faithful Departed Tues. 3rd Nov. 10.00 am Brendan Murtagh, Woodbrook. 1st Anniv.
Wed . 4th Nov. 10.00 am Thurs. 5th Nov . 10.00 am Maureen Harpur (nee Russell) Clapton, London - Formerly Patrick St) - Maureen died on 7th Oct.
Fri . 6th Nov. 10.00 am Altar List of the Dead.
Sat. 7th Nov. . 7.00 pm Mary Arthur (Nee Conroy) Portlaoise Rd., Month’s Mind.
Paddy Lowry, Kiln Lane Died 2nd May 2025 Mary Lowry (Nee Sinnott) Camross.
Died 28th May'26 Tim Lowry, Camross - Died 16th July 2026 Sun . . 8th Nov. 9.00 am The Hollow Church 11.30 am Noel Ryan (Snr) Patric k St. 5th Anniv.
Seán Kelly, Clonagown and Arklow Annual Mass Remembrance for Deceased Members Fintan’s G. A. A. Club, Mountrath Sat. 21st Nov 7.00 pm(In Church) Maureen Harper (Nee Russell) (Formerly Patrick I We pray for Maureen who died peacefully at her home in Clapton, London on 7th Oct.
We extend sympathy to brothers, Fintan and Buddy and their families and all her family, relatives and f riends.
Note from Laois – Environment Section Our Annual Prayer Service to remember deceased staff and members of Laois will be held on Mon. 16th Nov. in the Council Chamber, County Hall, Portlaoise at 6pm. Light refreshments will be served afterwards.
Please note that people of all faiths are welcome to attend to remember our colleagues and friends.
We look forward to seeing you on the evening.
Safeguarding Children Parish Reps Ballyfin Triona O’Rourke - Peter Byrne Mountrath Caroline Moore Pacelli Walsh Deputy Diocesan Liaison Michelle Hughes c/o Bishop’s House, Dublin Rd, Carlow Ph: 085 802 1633
In November - We Remember A Prayer for a Loved One - Who Has Died You shared life with us: God give eternal life to you.
You gave your love to us: God give his deep love to you.
You gave your time to us: God give his eternity to you.
You gave your light to us: God give everlasting light to you.
Mountrath Parish Lotto Thurs. 29th Oct. Nos.
Drawn 2 10 29 30 No Jackpot Winner 11 Match 3’s Rec. € 91 each 1 Local Winner Mick Murphy Promoter Mary Theresa Burke Next Week’s Jackpot €20,000 Featuring Caoimhe Fitzpatrick (Maynooth College) and Pupils o f Scoil Bhride and St. Fintan’s Boys School, Mountrath who will share a song or two with us during the Concert Link to Buy tickets online - Christmas Concert In Mou ntrath Church Will We Go Thank you for your Loyal Support - It is very much appreciated Thank you for your continued and generous support of Mountrath Parish Weekly Lotto and Mountrath Parish Collections.
08/11/2026
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Parish Newsletter 1st November 2026 Feast of All Saints No: 2068 Mt 5:1-12 November …. A Month to Remember …. November is a special time in our parish calendar as we pause to remember and pray for our loved ones who have gone before us.
While we feel the sadness of their absence, we do not grieve without hope.
As people of faith, we are sustained by a powerful promise of the Resurrection.
The belief that Jesus shares in our human nature, for he lived as we live, he died as we will die.
And, in his dying the hope and promise of Resurrection.
Cornerstone of our Christian faith. We carry in our hearts a promise, a belief that life is changed, not ended, and that one day we will be reunited in love.
Throughout this month, all our loved ones will be remembered in our prayers and our Masses.
These are the names written upon the ‘November List of the Dead’ and placed in reverence before the Altar of God.
In November we pray for the Holy Souls in Purgatory.
We visit the graves, the resting place of our loved ones, and we light candles in remembrance.
These are all beautiful traditions of our faith and they offer fitting testament to the memory of our loved ones.
May they Rest in Peace. May the Lord support us all the day long, Till the shades lengthen and the evening comes, and the busy world is hushed, and the fever of life is over, and our work is done.
Then in his mercy may he give us a safe lodging, and holy rest, and peace at the last. Amen. (St. John Henry Newman) Naas https://www.naasparish.ie
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“Those who die in grace, go but to God, and God is very near” Nora (Ray) Colivet, Kilcullen Road Anthony St. Patrick’s Terrace May they Rest in Peace PARISH CONTACT INFORMATION NAAS
Tel.: 045 879 730
office@naasparish.net Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm SACRISTY OUR LADY AND ST DAVID : 045 856 925
BALLYCANE OFFICE AND SACRISTY : 045 895 629
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 10am to 1pm SACRISTY TWO MILE HOUSE : 086 399 1706
REGISTERED CHARITY NO: 20015848
facebook.com/naasparish
@naasparish Priest on Duty: 085 708 8407
Parish Website: www.naasparish.ie Registered Charity No. 20015848 PARISH TEAMMASS TIMES for the Pastoral Area of Naas, Sallins, TMH & Kill OUR LADY AND ST. DAVID , N AAS WEEKDAYS: Mon. - Fri: 7.30am & 10am Sat: 10am Sat Vigil: 6pm SUNDAYS: 9am, 11am & 6pm CHURCH OF THE IRISH MARTYRS , BALLYCANE WEDNESDAYS: 7pm (not July & August) SUNDAYS: 10.30am & 12noon OUR LADY & THE GUARDIAN ANGELS , SALLINS WEEKDAYS: Tues: 10am Fri: 10am Sat Vigil: 7pm SUNDAYS: 11.30am CHURCH OF ST PETER , TWO MILE HOUSE WEEKDAYS: Mon-Fri 9.30am SUNDAYS: 10am CHURCH OF ST BRIGID , KILL WEEKDAYS: Mon. - Fri.: 10am SATURDAYS: 6.30pm SUNDAYS: 11am CHURCH OF ST ANNE , ARDCLOUGH SUNDAYS: 9.30am FIRST FRIDAYS: 8pm Fr. Liam Morgan Sallins Road 087 1337879
Fr. Michael Flattery Hazelmere 045 879 730
Fr. Robert Petrisor Sallins Road 045 879 730
Fr. Yohan Fernando Kill & Naas 045 879 730
Dn. Jody Callan Parish Deacon 045 879 730
Ms. Trish O’Neill Youth/Pastoral Minister 045 879 730
Ms. Sarah Farmer Parish Manager 045 879 730
Safeguarding Children Representatives Naas: Geraldine Faherty & Adrian King Sallins: Dermot McGilloway & Gillian Fitzharris Two Mile House : Paula Clancy & Suzanne Powell Diocesan Designated Liaison Person: Michele Hughes, c/o Bishop’s House, Carlow Phone: 086 171 0643 or
dlp@kandle.ie Safeguarding Policy displayed in all Church Porches LAST WEEKEND’S COLLECTIONS Naas: Development Fund: €4,005 Offertory: €2,605 Online Donations (15th – 21st Oct): €153 Tap & Go (15th – 21st Oct): €1,025 Sallins: Envelopes: €410 Baskets: €450 TMH: €745 Eucharistic Adoration every Friday at 6.30am in Our Lady & St. David’s Church.
Recent Baptisms Tom Campbell Aelin Flinter Dylan Carr Fiadh Regan Amélie Costa Swift Noah Cardiff Oisín Carroll Archie Ormsby Eibhlin Murphy Kai Harris Sophie Mulligan The Holy Mass We continue our journey into the Mass this Tuesday when we will discover the deeper meaning of the “Lord have mercy” & “Glory to God in the Highest” . Why do we pray Lord have mercy after our venial sins are forgiven?
Let us explore how this simple prayer fills our hearts with God’s love.
Come and find out more, join us on
Tuesday 3rd Nov. in Ballycane at 7.15pm. Stay for biscuits and a cup of tea/coffee.
Members of the Guild of St. Philip Neri, Portlaoise visit prisoners in Portlaoise and Midlands prisons as befrienders/listeners.
The Guild is a conference of St. Vincent de Paul Society.
To mark Prisons week the guild is accepting applications from anyone interested in this work.
Please contact 086-0462405 for further information.
Thank you. First Saturday Devotions in the Upper Room OLSD. 7th Nov. after 10am Mass.
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St. Corban’s National School Junior Infants Enrolment 2027-2028 St. Corban’s NS are currently accepting applications for admission to Junior Infants for girls and boys . The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 3pm on
Friday 6th November 2026. Admission Application Forms are available to complete online, to download from our school website www.stcorbans.com or to collect from the school office . If you have any queries, please contact us by email saintcorbans@gmail.com Places are limited.
We will hold an Open Night for parents of Junior Infant girls and boys on Weds 4th November at 7.30pm in the school.
Kildare Local Community Safety Partnership: we want to hear from you!
Your Voice. Your Community. Your Safety.
Scan here for Community Safety Youth Survey Scan here for Community Safety Survey The Feast of All Souls
Monday 2nd November Our Lady & St. David 7.30am, 10am Sallins 10am Two Mile House 9.30am Ballycane 7pm Eucharistic Adoration in Two Mile House Church after Mass until 7pm. November Remembrance Masses A Mass to remember those who have died in our parishes in the past year Naas Parish:
Friday 6th November at 7.30pm in Our Lady & St. David’s Church Sallins Parish:
Saturday 14th November at 7pm Two Mile House Parish:
Sunday 15th November at 10am. Blessing of the Graves St. Corban’s Cemetery, Naas
Sunday 1st November at 2.30pm Bodenstown Cemetery,
Sunday 15th November at 11am St. Peter’s,
Sunday 15th Nov after 10am Mass followed by a cuppa in the school November in Naas, Sallins and Two Mile House November Envelopes You are invited to take an envelope, write the names of your deceased loved ones onto the sheet inside and place the envelope into the box provided in the Church.
These sheets will remain on the Altar for Masses throughout November.
Envelopes and Boxes are available in all four Churches.
We are looking for: 1. A Helpline Project Worker (18 hours per week) for more information please contact www . ACTIVELINK.IE/NODE/129459 . 2. A Volunteer Helpline Support Worker based in kildare Town for more information or to apply email geraldine@rainbowsireland.ie
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Naas Local History Group invite you to …. 1. " A winter's tale" an illustrated talk presented by Brian McCabe on
Tuesday 3rd November , 8pm, at the Town House Hotel. 2. An Annual Commemoration on
Saturday 7th November , 12 noon at the Workhouse Cemetery, Craddockstown Road All are welcome to both events.
Naas Point Christmas Food Appeal: Volunteers Needed Christmas can be an especially difficult time for people experiencing hardship, and your support can help us care for our neighbours.
We will be holding a Food Appeal Collection in the two Tesco stores in Naas on
Thursday 3rd December,
Friday 4th and
Saturday 5th December . Volunteers will hand out leaflets, invite customers to purchase an item listed on the leaflet and ask them to place it in the Food Appeal collection trolley once they have paid f or it at the checkout.
We are looking for volunteers to cover two-hour shifts at Tesco Blessington Road and Tesco Monread between 10.00am and 6.00pm on the 3rd, 4th and 5th of December.
If you can help, please consider asking a friend or family member to accompany you.
To put your name on the roster, please contact Naas Parish Office, Sallins Road, Naas, in person, or call 045 879 730 or email office@naasparish.net . Thank you to everyone who gives their time or donates food.
Your kindness will help support local families this Christmas.
Naas Parish Shops A wide selection of Christmas Mass Bouquets now available from the shops on the Sallins Road and at Ballycane Church.
We also stock Christmas Cards, Diaries, Calendars, Advent Calendars and Candles, Cribs, Christmas Rosaries, Decorations, Children’s Books and much more!
Naas Parish Weekly Lotto Draw There was no winner of the €7,150 Jackpot on 28th October 2026Numbers Drawn were: 18-3-19-20 Lucky Dip winners were: F. Nevin, J. Kilfeather, F. McManus, C. Hill You could win the Jackpot of €7,400 on
Wednesday 4th November Thank you for your support. Family Masses
Saturday 7th &
Sunday 8th November OLSD : Sat. 6pm & Sun 11am Ballycane : Sun. 10.30am & 12noon Sallins : Sat. 7pm TMH : Sun. 10am. Please join whichever Mass suits your family.
All are welcome Toast Masters for Educational Development and good company and to improve your speaking Skills.
Join us at Naas Toastmasters on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month, LUISNE, McAULEY PLACE Sallins Rd, Naas.
Time: 7.45 – 9.30pm. More information - 087 7564323
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Parishes of Portarlington & Emo Parishes are part of the Pastoral Area along with Killeigh, Cionaslee, Rosenallis & Mountmeliick fa] PRIESTS CONTACT NUMBERS Fr. Patrick Hughes — Presbytery, Patrick Street, Portarlington.
Phone 057 8643004 i Fr. Piotr Jakubiak — Parochial House, Emo.
Phone 087 7213976 i ad Fr. Michael Noonan Parochial House, Portarlington. fn PARISH OFFICE
portarlingtonparishoffice@eircom.net / Parish Office Hours: 9.30am — 1.30pm Mon. ~ Fri Anniversary Masses, Baptisms and Weddings can be booked by contacting the Parish Office during opening hours.
DIOCESE www.kandie.ie SAMARITANS 24-hour helpline: 115123
jo@samaritans.org ST. VINCENT DE PAUL 051-350725
AWARE Lo-cali Helpline 1890 303 302 O. www.grow.ie Info:1890 474 PARISH SAFEGUARDING REPRESENTATIVES: Jackie McNulty, Frances O'Dwyer; Mary Joyce; Clare Nerney Ailish Higgins — Diocesan Director of Safeguarding
085-8021633 dip@kandle.ie / E-mail safequarding@kandle.ie 1st November 2026 All Souls Day : Year
i : CELEBRATION OF MASS VIA | St. Michaei's Church, Portarlington 5 — eel me os WEBCAM | 10am Daily Mass (Monday — Friday) / 6.15pm Link to live streaming from St. Michael's | (Vigil Saturday) 9am & 12.15pm Sunday oaaae‘ssaoew Church, Portarlington | St. John's Church, Killenard 10.30am
Sunday 7 www.mcnlive/camera/st-michaels-church- | St. Paul's Church, Emo 7.30pm Sat. /f1am Sun. | eit GAo Nxportarlington i | Sacred Heart Church, Rath Sam Sunday Syereáaeéx X Portarlington & Emo Parish as Fo BHEO ach Lása iiae@Emo Parish | WEEKEND ANNIVERSARIES - EMO i | PORTARLINGTON Sat. 31” October 7.30 ANNUAL BEREAVEMENT & t. 31” October 6.1 Peter Hyland, Emo Park; Thomas & Mary Walsh | MASS 2026 a Kathleen Keogh, Shandra (1” Anniv.
Deceased members of the Woods Family; | Remembering our departed Evan Clancy, Pine Villa (8" Anniv.); Maisie & Patrick Cullen; John Dunne, Coolbanagher; relatives and friends.
Danny Mulvihill, Droughill; Seamus Mullally, Pascai John Dunne, Coolbanagher i : Rosecourt (18” Anniv.); Bill & Philomena Sat. 7" November 7.30pm ail is Rogers, Bracknagh, Lily Maher, Sandy Lane | Ned Ryan, Morette (2 Anniv.) & 4 Sun, 1” November 12.15pm Chrissie Molloy, Fisherstown (2 Anniv.) lá Mary & Jim Carroll, Brackione St. & dec. members | Sun. 8" November 11am Siáá of the Carroll & Bergin Family; Kate & Pat i Paddy Sheridan, Emo Park (6 Anniv.)
Sherlock, Co. Monaghan; Dec members of the. i Michae!
Gleeson, Morette, Those who have died in the parish during the | Sherlock Family, Maureen Weldon, Cushina (19 year, and their families, will be remembered at | Anniv.); Eamonn & Kathleen Collier, Station Rd;
ANNIVERSARIES - RATH Mass on Fri. 20" November in St. Michael's i | Kathleen Burbage & dec. members of the Sun. 1" November 9am Church, Portarlington & on Sat. 21” November
| Burbage Family; Tom (38 Anniv.) & Lily (23" | Paul Ryan, Beligrove (1” Anniv.) in St. Paul's Church, Erno at 7.30pm. A family |
| Anniv.) Coogan, Arlington Estate; John & Stella Tommy Donoher, Rath; Dan Donoher, | member will be invited to light a candle in their | Monagher, Main St.; Michael & Margaret Jamestown | memory. | Dempsey, Cloneyhurke; Con Doyle, Garryhinch Sun. 8" November 9am | th
5 ' Anniv. i (45 | i Sat. 7“ 6.15pm Nie Shad Person ecoe ) You are invited to place the names of your | Anne Cobbe (nee Slevin), Portlaoise Road MN i : loved ones on our Memorial Tree Paddy Boylan, Spa Street; Billy Hyland, - Garryhinch (16" Anniv.); Joseph Dunne, á AAOT Leen ji A Bereavement Book is available in ail the Cloneyhurke; Matt & Julia Colgan, Annamoe. a afaf Churches, where you can write the names of Danny & Eileen Allman, St Mary's Tee, Son John | Wé Welcome Inio the Christian Community family members who have died.
Joe Aliman, Granddaughter Roslyn Allman.
Ellen | iam ; k | through Baptism DEAD LIST Oakley, St. Mary's Tce; Paddy & Margaret Oakley | $ 2 Sun, 8 November 12.15 I Eamonn Lauri Lawlor, Belan, Fisherstown If you wish to enrol your loved ones on the Geraldine McCusker, Shandra (1° Anniv); a Dead List to be Sa hais, Biah during Seamus McCusker, Shandra (13” Anniv.); is Ute Feoopehintú shad i Michael Rice, Derrymore; Molly Douglas, hogat development box or in the Church porch. | Bishopswood; John Noonan, St. Joseph's Terrace THE PLEDGE | (9" Anniv.); Joe Brennan, Kilbride ALL SAINTS SOULS DAY i Month of November | | ANNIVERSARIES - KILLENARD | FEAST OF ALL SAINTS | A short-term pledge gives spiritual support & 1ES - Ki BAL 4p | aesá Sey |
Sunday 1” November is the Feast of All Saints. | encouragement to people & their families who | Sun. 1. November 10.30am si Usual Sunday Masses in all Churches are living under a shadow of addiction. | Sean Phelan, Fisherstown (3™ Anniv.); Patrick Contact the Pioneers on 01 8054226 or | Deffew, Garryvacum; Sally Dalton; Patrick FEAST OF ALL SOULS through www.pioneers.ie/pra (Paddy) & Rose Murphy, Kilienard; James &
Monday 2™ November is the Feast of All Souls. muis Kathleen Kearney, Ballybrittas & Kathleen Mass will be celebrated on Tues. as follows:- BLESSING OF THE GRAVES Malone; Mary & John Kiernan, Bailycarrol, i Portarlington 10am Emo 7.30pm FF Veronica Kiernan, England; John Bernard Wynne, | Baoy Leitrim (40" Anniv.
Dec. members of the Wynne | . INDULGENCES . h: 3 Family; Thomas & Bridget Kiernan, Lea Road: i The faithful who visit a cemetery & pray for the a. 4 Eithne Hynan, Shandra; Liam McCormack, Lea | dead may gain a plenary indulgence for the holy Milet | Sun. 8" November 10.30am souls, one per day, from 1“ to 8 Nov. (1 Our - Ses William (Billy) O'Leary, Killenure Father & Hail Mary for the Popes Intentions).
Rosary & Blessing of Graves will take place | | Today.
Sunday 1“ November 2026. i WEEKDAY ANNIVERSARY MASS IN COLLECTORS IN RATH | Blessing will take place as follows:- | PORTARLINGTON AT 10am NOEMBER | |. Killenard Cemetery after the 10.30am Mass Led 4" Now: Michael ice, Dene a | LL Nhhafa Lunasa ara |
NOTICE CHAIR SABRINA WITH SABRINA CHURCH GATE COLLECTIONS Portarlington Community Centre, Mon. 9", 16” 4 “Church Gate” collections are entirely outside 30" November from 10am — 11am. Cost €10. the jurisdiction & responsibility of the Parish. | 4 week course.
Contact Catriona on 086 793523
| Such collections are sanctioned by permit by |
An Garda Síochana as “street collections”. EMO/ RATH PARISHLOTTO . This permit expressly forbids such collections Next draw takes place on Mon. next, 2"° Nov from taking piace on parish property, therefore with a Jackpot of €5,400. the collections must take place outside the EDT Church gates.
REFLECTION irs Throughout the month of November Lotto our thoughts & prayers turn to the a
. We remember with GRACEFIELD GAA CLUB gratitude those who have gone before 26/10/2026 — Week No. 44 — Numbers 32, 21, 12 us marked with the sign of faith. 22 — No jackpot winner. €50 each to:- At the beginning of the month the feasts Melanie Broderick; Jerry Dempsey; Jack & Rose of All Souls & All Saints remind us that all Byrne; Molly Kavanagh; Alan Bracken is not ended when earthly life comes to Promoter prize — The Hawthorn. a close, we are promised eternal life.
Next week’s Jackpot €13,200 ST. BRIGID'S SOCIAL CLUB GRACEFIELD FOOTBALL CLUB CLONEYHURKE . | Gracefield F. C.runa weekly 50/50 fundraising Keep Fit Classes: Wednesday & Friday draw with tickets priced at €2 for a single entry o nights with Eimear, from 7-8pm. €8 per night. | €5 for 3 entries, taking place every Monday.
You Dancing Lessons: With Noeleen on Thursday | can buy tickets on line through the Gtacefield FC nights 7.30pm — 9pm. €10 each night.
Clubspot Fundraisers Page. Irish Speaking: Classes will resume Mon. https://member.clubspot.app/club/gracefie!d- 2™ Nov.
All very welcome. fc/fundraisers Social Dance: Sat. 21” November Music by Dave Lawlor & Michael Cahill.
PORTARLINGTON WOMEN’S SHED HOST THEIR ANNUAL CHRISTMAS MARKET CATHOLIC MOTHERS IRELAND Sun. 29 Nov. from 12 Noon — 3pm in Catholic Mothers Ireland invite you to our Portarlington Community Centre.
Unique gifts & Leinster Retreat Day on Sat. 7 Nov. from artisan crafts & foods, cakes, cookies and Jams 10am-6pm at Benburb Priory.
A dey of Tea, coffee & cakes served. Entertainment | Prayer, reflection & spiritual renewal with guest | provided.
Kids craft table. Fabulous raffle prizes speakers Fr Dominik Domagala, Dr Iva FREE visit with Santa.
Come along and enjoy a Beranek & Mrs Maria Steen. festive afternoon for the whole family.
Lunch and refreshments provided. Cost: €50 Booking: www.catholicmothers.ie/retreats . | COURTWOOD G. A. A. All weicome — bring a friend. | Courtwood Combined Lotto — €20,000! i Purchase your Lotto ticket via: HIS] . TUTOR AVAILABLE The Clubforce App. The attached aati Primary schoo! tutor available Laois/Offaly QR Code.
Ballybrittas Service Baar Syarea with flexible hours, Contact Leah at Station, The Final Furlong Isle So 083 3589306
Support Courtwood GAA by purchasing a weekly EMO / RATH SENIOR CITIZENS Lotto ticket and helping our ciúb continue to grow.
CHRISTMAS PARTY We would also like to thank everyone for their Save the Date —
Sunday 29" Novernber 2026 | "0 Si CEvamplonthip and extend cur in the Killeshin Hotel, Portlaoise. congratulations to Portarlington GAA on their | IRELAND'S 3°0 NATIONAL FIRST success.
SATURDAYS CONFERENCE . 7 ANNUAL PRAYER SERVICE At Fatima Our Lady promised that if we did as To rem areegreseien pr & aiers of she asked there would be peace in the world & Laois County Council fal many souis would be Saved. | Taking place Mon. 16” Nov. in the Council This year's conference will take place in Knock | Chamber, County Hall, Portlaoise at 6pm. Light jo Satca Noy Rooted pos Ates refreshments will be served afterwards.
All people talks & ahip Iaieh tooth é it of all faiths are welcome to attend to remember BNE PARTY Service. peal Sieincludh: colleagues and friends.
We look forward to seeing Fr. Patrick Cahill, Geraldine O'Donnell, Fr you on the evening Leon Pereira OP, Nikki Kingsley, Fr. Marius i O'Reilly, Fr. Jaimie Twohig, Christine O'Hara, LDGAA CLUB Fr. Mark Quinn & Fr. Philip Kemmy.
Fr. John —— Fri Keane will lead a Eucharistic Healing Service.
Fri, 6” Nov. from 8 30pm ef he Hawthome Check out www.firstsatudays.ie Bar.
Come & have a chat and join in our IRISH CANCER SOCIETY quiz night.
Teams of 4 €5 each. BECOME A VOLUNTEER DRIVER ore | Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament As a volunteer driver you will be bringing St. Michael's Church, Portarlington on patients undergoing chemotherapy tothe | Tuesday’s after 10am Mass until 7pm with hospital for their treatment and back home.
Rosary afterwards, — Requirements are a minimum of two drives per month & be available for the full day / FEAST DAYS DURING THE WEEK Roadworthy car, a clean drivers licence, Mon. 2° Nov.
Ail Souis insurance & NCT. The Irish Cancer Society Tues. 3 Nov.
St. Malachy will provide you with training.
Garda Vetting | Wed. 4 Nov. St. Charles Borromeo necessary.
Further information contact Emily | Thurs. 5” Nov.
Feast of St. Martin de Porres or Monica at volunteer@irisheancer.ie Fri, 6 Nov.
All the Saints of Ireland
PORTARLINGTON a Há Rid L BRARY To book call in to Library, Ph: 057 8643751
Email portarlingtonlibrary@laoiscoco.ie Storms, Sunshine and Surprises with meteorologist Joanna Donnelly Join former RTE weather presenter and meteorologist Joanna Donnelly in Portarlington Library on Wed. 4 Nov. at 6pm for an engaging and illustrated talk expioring the fascinating story of Irish weather and meteorology.
Combining science, storytelling and humour, Booking required.
Leaves Festival at Portarlington Library- Award winning author Louise Nealon in conversation with Helen Carroll, Award-winning author Louise Nealon joins us at Portarlington Library for a special event exploring her acclaimed novels Snowflake and Everything That Is Beautiful. in conversation with Helen Carroll, she will discuss the themes that shape her writing, including family, home, love, loss, and the often-complicated journey of becoming ourselves.
Free event but booking necessary. Also taking place:
Ciorcal Comhrá La Leche League Coffee Morning
Parents First Baby Group | Digital Support Drop in Sessions I Knitting Club / Lego Free Play i Social Chess(Adults only) Portarlington Junior Book Club Baby Book Club: Boke Coláiste Íosagáin Pestarlingron ENROLMENT | Applications for First Year 2027 / 2028. Applications closing this weekend.
Please enrol through our website to avoid the disappointment of not securing a place, www.coiaisteiosagainport.ie ENROLMENT Junior infant enrolment for Rath NS has opened.
Closing date
Friday 13 Nov. All forms available on our website rathns.ie Rath National school is looking for a bus escort starting soon.
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link ; Bright hfer Future UP for Our Paris Ist November 2026 Stay Work on installing 84 solar panels on the iret roof of our parish church is almost complete, I | and the new system will be up and running on | during the coming week. i lámm I Bass 4 1 “á I 7 i sone : — Ss 3 5 it SSpe agi is 4 a —, : | moral bhia SSaca=a SESS Siaiexa i aici Nie—ui — “ : Wey 177 — a By generating clean, renewable electricity, á ar we will reduce our carbon footprint and Wá VA help care for our common home, i. in the spirit of Laudato Si‘. Care for.
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6 EUCHARISTIC ADORATION SIGN-UP You are warmly invited to spend a quiet hour with our Lord.
Eucharistic Adoration takes place daily in our church.
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The Calendar is in fond remembrance of our original leader Mr. Michael Fitzpatrick (RIP).
Cost €15. Available from Parish Shop, or any Committee Member online from the Portlaosie Parish Lourdes Pilgrimage page.
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10 IS OPEN FOR ENROLMENT FOR THE 2027/28 SCHOOL YEAR FROM 23 OCTOBER UNTIL 13 NOVEMBER FOR ALL CLASSES. SPECIAL CLASS ENROLMENT OPEN UNTIL 20 NOVEMBER 2026 PHONE 0578731051
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11 PORTLAOISE LIONS CLUB
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All proceeds of the sale in aid of local charities Mountmellick Embroidery Bicentenary Celebration & Unveiling Celebrate the completion and formal unveiling of our 200th Anniversary commemorative embroidery piece, featuring guest speakers and an exhibition of local work.
Date & Time Saturday, Nov 7, 2026 at 10:30AM Venue Mountmellick Community Arts Centre, Parnell St (R32 WP68) All are welcome!
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Religious Notes DIVINE MERCY CHAPLET Every Sunday at 3 PM in the Parish Church.
ROSARY IN THE CHURCH OF THE ASSUMPTION, THE HEATH Daily 3pm. ROSARY will be recited in Sts.
Peter and Paul’s Parish Church, every evening at 7pm. VOCATIONS SOCIETY OF ST. JOSEPH Holy Hour, Adoration, and Prayer for Vocations.
Every Friday at 3pm in the Parish Church.
LEGION OF MARY invites you to join us every Wednesday at 7:00PM in the Parish Prayer Hall as we come together in prayer and service to Our Lady.
COMMUNITY PRAYER GROUP Please join us in community prayers every Tuesday at 11:00am via Whats App . For further details, please contact Noreen on 085-2689767 . All are welcome.
GUILD OF ST. PHILIP NERI PORTLAOISE visits prisoners in Portlaoise & Midlands Prison as befrienders/listeners. /T_he guild is a conference of St. Vincent de Paul.
To mark Prisons week the guild is accepting new applications from anyone interested in this work.
Ph. 086-0462405 for further information.
ANNUAL MASS for Retired Staff of St. Fintan’s on Wed. 4th November at 2pm. OUR LADY OF FATIMA 1st Saturday Devotions – 7th November 2026 in the Old Vestry in St. Peter & Paul’s Church Portlaoise at 8.30am and at 3.45pm in the Holy Rosary Church, Abbeyleix.
ROSARY AT THE SHRINE (Top Sq.) at 2.30pm for 1st Sunday (Nov. 1st) Rosary at the Grotto 1st Friday Nov. 6th at 8pm. STRADBALLY PARISH PILGRIMAGE to Lourdes takes place from 26th–30th July 2027, accompanied by Canon Frank McEvoy.
Cost: €895 per person. A €200 deposit and weekly instalments are available.
Limited places remaining.
Contact the Stradbally Parish Office - (057) 864 1665. RESULTS OF WHIST DRIVE HELD IN PARISH CENTRE ON 27TH OCTOBER Top score: Liam McCarthy. 1st Lady: Margaret Flanagan, 2nd Lady: Sheila Duff , 1st Gent: Liz Cooper, 2nd Gent: Cahill, 1st Half: Ann Pearson,2nd Half: Catherine Fitzpatrick.
Raffle: 1st Catherine Fitzpatrick, 2nd K Benn, 3rd Billy Jackson, 4th Paul Shirley. /T_hanks to all for your support.
Whist continues every Tuesday at 7.30 in the Parish Centre, new players always welcome, lessons available if required;
Contact 086 88 12228 . ACTIVE RETIREMENT Bowls contact Elish at 0851636743 .
Wednesday 4th of November afterno on with Moez from 3pm in the Parish Centre.
New members welcome. /T_hursday 5th of November cards and cha t in Sue Ryder centre Kilminchy from 3pm new members welcome tuition give.
For further information contact Maria at 0879187157 . Regards Maria.
WEDNESDAY SINGERS CHOIR Do you enjoy singing, making new friends and having a cuppa and chat – if so come along on the Wednesday Singers Choir at Treo Nua Community Centre, Harpers Lane.
Wednesday mornings 11am-12.30pm. Open to all.
LAOIS CO. BRIDGE CLUB PORTLAOISE New members welcome and also recruiting Beginners – lessons will be given – Bridge takes place Wednesday MORNINGS, contact William 087-0929898 . CÉILÍ AND SET DANCES All are welcome to join us Wednesdays at 8pm at Seanchistin, Irey, Bally/f_in R3 2AY99 to dance our native céilí and set dances in a relaxed and inclusive environment at a gentle pace - beginners very welcome - come alone or bring a partner.
Further details Maureen 0876482038 or seanchistin@ gmail.com.
FOURTH WALL LAOIS THEATRE GROUP seeking Actors/Actresses all Also looking for Backstage People.
Contact Kevin: 087-9614235 – follow us on Facebook.
An ideal group to be part o f performing in various theatres around Ireland including the Dunamaise Arts Centre.
PORTLAOISE COMMUNITY CHESS CLUB has now been established and we meet every Saturday in the Portlaoise Library between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m./T_he only exception is bank holidays when the library is closed . /T_he chess club is open to all ages.
We invite Adults (male and female) and children.
We welcome beginners ande xperienced chess players. /T_here is no money involved and chess sets are provided in the library.
TEAM HOPE CHRISTMAS SHOE BOX APPEAL If anyone would like to help with the appeal during the month of November.
Ph. Dorothy 087-2130833 or Joy 087-9144992 . SEAN DOYLE LIGHT ENGINEERING, BALLACOLLA Call 087-2068972 | seandoylelightengineering.
Clothesline poles, rotary clotheslines, winders, pulleys, sawhorses, bicycle stands.
LAOIS VOLUNTEER CENTRE would like to hear your views and opinions as we prepare our new Strategic Plan.
Workshop on November 11th, 7pm-9pm in /T_he Killeshin Hotel. Come a long and have your say.
Booking essential – by email – info@volunteerlaois.ie . 15
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16 Time to Think . Follow Fr. Paddy on @frpaddybyrne or @Abbeyleix Por leave a comment on his blog on the Parish website www.portlaoiseparish.ie The Law Of Karma / Our Deepest Fear 16Faith and instinct both give us a sense of what Hindus and Buddhists call the law of karma.
Simply put, we have a gut-feeling that our actions, good and bad, have consequences that come back to either bless or haunt us.
But is this true? Do we really have to waypay for everything we do?
Mary Jo Leddy, in her wonderful book on gratitude, claims that one of the great principles innate within reality itself is this: “/T_heair you breathe into the universe is the air that it will breathe back and if your energy is right, it will renew itself even as you give it away.” In essence, that’s the law of karma, a mystery expressed in different ways in all the great religions of the world.
Jesus, for instance, puts it this way:“/T_he measure you measure out is the measure you will be given.” /T_heair you breathe out is the air you will re-inhale.
If that’s true, and it is, it explains a lot of things (though not necessarily to our liking).
Why, perennially, are we caught up in situations of pettiness, jealousy, and non-forgiveness?
Why are we inhaling so much bitter air? Perhaps it has to do with the air we’re breathing out.
What are we breathing out?We’d like, of course, to think that we’re breathing out the air of gratitude, generosity, forgiveness, honesty, blessing, self-effacement, joy, delight.
We’d also like to believe that we are breathing out the air of concern for the poor, the suffering, the unattractive, the bothersome.
And we’d like to believe too that we’re big-hearted people, breathing out understanding and reconciliation.
Would it be so. Too o/f_ten we’re blind to what’s really going on inside us and are unconsciously breathing out the air of arrogance, self- interest, pettiness, jealousy, competition, fear, paranoia, dishonesty, interest in others only when it’s convenient, and are emitting signals that others are a threat to us as we seek attention and popularity.
We can learn something from watching toddlers play. /T_here’s a disarming, brutal honesty in them. /T_hey simply rip what they want from each other’s hands and try to shout louder than the rest to gain attention.
We do the same thing, except in more subtle and less honest ways.
Beneath the surface of our everyday politeness and decorum, in ways we don’to/f_ten have the courage to look at or acknowledge, we’re still toddlers trying to snatch the toys from each other and trying to shout louder than others to get attention. /T_he real air we’re breathing out is fraught with self-interest, jealousy, competitiveness, pettiness, fear, and less than full honesty.
In subtle, and not-so-subtle, ways we’re saying to each other: “Who do you think you are!”“I’m more important than you.”“I’m brighter and more successful than you.”“I’m better looking than you.”“I’ve had more life-experience than you.”“I’m sophisticated beyond your naivete.” “I’m the person here who’s the most knowledgeable, everyone should be listening to me.”“My sufferings are deeper and more important than yours.” “I’m more interesting than others and my story is more important.” “I hate you for your good looks and good luck, none of which you deserve.” “I really don’t like you, but I’ll be nice to you until I /f_ind a way to free myself of this relationship that circumstance has dictated.” We would never admit that we feel these things, but, too o/f_ten, that’s the air we’re breathing out.
Is it any mystery then that our lives are full of competition, jealousy, bitterness, anger, accusation, and false judgement?
Is it a mystery why so o/f_ten, beneath a polite surface, there is so much thinly disguised competition, jealousy, and non-forgiveness around?
We’re breathing these things into the world, should we be surprised that we’re-inhaling them? /T_he measure we’re measuring out is the measure that we’re receiving.
And Jesus takes this even further. He adds: “To those who have much, even more will be given; and from those who have little, even what they have will be taken away.” /T_hat sounds so unfair, the innate cruelty of nature, the survival of the /f_ittest applied to the gospels, Jesus as Darwin.
Isn’t Jesus’ message supposed to be about the survival of the weakest?
It is, but a certain law of karma still applies: To the big of heart, who breathe out what’s large and honest and full of blessing, the world will return a hundredfold in kind, honesty and blessing that swells the heart even more.
Conversely to the miserly of heart and dishonest of spirit, the world will give back too in kind, pettiness and lies that shrink the heart still further. /T_hat’s the deep mystery at the centre of the universe: /T_heair we breathe out into the world is the air we will re-inhale. /T_he poet Marianne Williamson captures this in her poem Our Deepest Fear: Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate.
Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.
It is our light, not our darkness /T_hat most frightens us.
We ask ourselves Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?
Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God.
Your playing small Does not serve the world. /T_here’s nothing enlightened about shrinking So that other people won’t feel insecure around you.
We are all meant to shine, As children do.
We were born to make manifest /T_he glory of God that is within us.
It’s not just in some of us; It’s in everyone.
And as we let our own light shine, We unconsciously give other people permission to do the same.
As we’re liberated from our own fear, Our presence automatically liberates others. /T_his is not exactly a sadness, but it is indeed an irritated melancholy that makes us aware of just how much light there’s inside us.
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17 Christmas Memorials The Link Up office is currently taking bookings for Christmas Memorials PLEASE NOTE as the Link Up is now collated externally: ALL MEMORIALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5PM THURSDAY DECEMBER 10TH for inclusion in the Christmas edition of the Link Up (December 20th) this will be the last Link Up of 2026. The First Link Up of 2027 will be Sunday January 10th.
Thank you for your support and co-operation.
Our Prayers are asked for those who recently died Bridie Lacumber Stradbally Rd, Portlaoise, Laois Brian Kavanagh Arden Glas, formerly Coolrain IN LOVING MEMORY OF TOMMY & BRIDGET FRIEL Late of 75 Marian Avenue, Portlaoise.
Tommy's 39th Anniversary and Bridget's 21st Anniversary occur at this time.
In our minds a constant thought, In our hearts a silent sorrow.
Sadly missed and always remembered by your daughter Marie and family.
May They Rest in Peace IN LOVING MEMORY OF JOSEPHINE GUINAN Aspen, Stradbally, Co. Laois. 2nd Anniversary occurs 4th November 2026 .
Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in /T_he Church of the Holy Cross, Ratheniska on
Sunday 1st November at 10am . We think of you in silence.
We often speak your name. But all we have are memories.
And your pictures in a frame. Your resting place we visit, And put /f_lowers there with care, But no one knows the heartache, As we turn and leave you there.
Sadly missed by your loving family.
Josephine IN LOVING MEMORY OF KATHLEEN FINN Kyle, Portlaoise.
Whose 20th Anniversary occurs 1st November 2026. Your life was full of kindly deeds, A helping hand for other's needs, Sincere and true in heart and mind, Beautiful memories you left behind.
You gave us all you had to give, But most of all you gave us love, /T_he greatest gift of all.
Always loved and remembered by your extended family, relatives and friends.
Also Remembering husband Jim (2012) and son Richie (2026).
May They Rest in Peace Our Sym pathies Ar With Their Families Our Sympathies Are With Their Families IN LOVING MEMORY OF MARLENA STANISLAWSKA Portlaoise and late of Poland.
Whose 1st Anniversary occurred 25th October 2026. Loved and missed very much by her husband Marek, children Karolina & Filip, grandchildren Dylan, Pola, Daniel, Tymon.
Marlena
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18IN LOVING MEMORY OF OUR CHERISHED SISTER AND AUNT PATRICIA /parenleft.cap TRISH/parenright.cap WHELAN Derrycappagh, Mountmellick Clonkeen, Portlaoise Whose 1st Anniversary occurs 4th November 2026. Trish’s Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in St. Peter & Paul’s Parish Church
Saturday 7th November 10am. Trish /T_his message comes with all our love, From here on earth to heaven above.
We miss you more than words can say, And in our hearts, you will always stay. /T_hough your smile is gone forever, And your hand we cannot touch, We still have so many memories, Our keepsake, we’ll never part.
God has you in his keeping We have you in our hearts.
Love always and sadly missed, Ger, June, Mary, Mick Warmly remembered, your nieces Jenny, Shelly, Debbie and /T_heresa Missed and loved always, O’Connor Family, Coolrain, Derrycappagh,
Trish Duine le Dia
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19IN LOVING MEMORY OF VIOLET & PETER MCNULTY Summerhill Lane, Portlaoise. 11th & 16th Anniversaries occur at this time.
Deep in our hearts you will always stay, Loved and remembered every day. /T_heir spirits live on.
Missed by all their family and friends. May Violet & Peter Rest in Peace IN LOVING MEMORY OF DENIS KAVANAGH Pallas Little, Portlaoise. 4th Anniversary occurs 11th November 2026.
Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in Sts. Peter & Paul’s Parish Church on
Sunday 8th November at 12.30pm. Remembered and loved by all his family and friends
Denis IN LOVING MEMORY OF OUR DAD EDWARD /parenleft.cap NED/parenright.cap HASLAM Portlaoise. Whose 1st Anniversary occurs 1st November 2026.
Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in Church of the Holy Cross, Ratheniska
Sunday 1st November at 10am . One year ago today we had to say goodbye And although a year has passed, the pain of losing you never goes away. /T_here isn’t a day that goes by that we don’t think of you, miss you and wish you were still here with us.
We miss your voice, your smile, your stories and simply having you there.
Life has changed without you, but your memory will live in our hearts forever.
You may be gone from our sight, Dad, but you will never be gone from our hearts.
Forever loved, deeply missed and always remembered.
From all your loving family.
Ned IN LOVING MEMORY OF THOMAS /parenleft.cap TOMMY/parenright.cap MCCARTHY New Road, Portlaoise. 10th Anniversary occurs 2nd November 2026.
Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in Sts. Peter & Paul’s Parish Church,
Monday 2nd November at 10am. God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be, so He put His arms around you, and whispered; “Come to me”. With tearful eyes we watched you, and saw you pass away, And although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay.
A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest, God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best. Sadly missed by the Egan family and all his friends.
Tommy IN LOVING MEMORY OF CECELIA MULHALL 85 Marian Avenue, Portlaoise. 23rd Anniversary on 1st November 2026. Mam You’ll never be forgotten, /T_hat simply cannot be, Because something will remind us, We never know just when it might be, Something someone says, and it all comes back again, /T_he time we spent together, the happiness, the fun, Once again we feel the pain of life without you Mam. Always remembered by your loving family x May Cecelia Rest in Peace IN LOVING MEMORY OF BRIAN LARKIN JNR. Bianconi Way, Portlaoise. 8th Anniversary away from home - 29th October.
Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in St. Peter & Paul’s Parish Church,
Sunday 1st November at 12.30pm. You’re in our hearts, you’re in our soul, Now apart no hands to hold, We won’t forget the love you gave, We still can feel it to this day, We stand without you by our sides, But know you’re watching from way up high, we will meet again for sure, because our love will last and endure.
Sadly missed everyday by your loving wife Fiona, sons Ethan, Damon, Oisín and grandson Odhrán x
Brian
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20IN LOVING MEMORY OF PATRICK WHELAN 3 Dr. Murphy Place, Portlaoise. 29th Anniversary occurs 10th November 2026.
Anniversary Mass in Sts. Peter & Paul’s Parish Church on
Saturday 7th November at 10am . As each day dawns, we think of you, As each night falls, we pray for you.
And throughout our lives No matter where In our hearts you are always there.
Missed and always remembered by his loving family.
May Patrick Rest in Peace IN LOVING MEMORY OF MONICA /parenleft.cap MON/parenright.cap O’BRIEN /T_he Hermitage, Portlaoise.
Whose 1st Anniversary occurs 6th November 2026.
Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in St. Peter & Paul’s Church on
Sunday 8th November at 4pm. Don’t remember me with sadness Don’t remember me with tears, Remember all the laughter We’ve shared throughout the years.
Loved and missed by her brothers, sisters, nephews, nieces, extended family & friends.
Monica IN LOVING MEMORY OF EILISH HEARNS Colt, Ballyroan. 9th Anniversary occurs 17th November 2026.
Anniversary Mass for Eilish, her son-in-law John and the deceased members of the Hearns and Delaney families will be celebrated in St. Fintan’s Church Raheen, on
Saturday 7th November at 6.30pm . /T_hose we love don’t go away, /T_hey walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved and missed and very dear.
Sadly missed, loved and remembered by all her loving family and friends.
Eilish IN LOVING MEMORY OF JAMES /parenleft.cap JIMMY/parenright.cap MCCORMACK St. Martin’s, Borris Little, Portlaoise. 1st Anniversary away from Home 31st October 2026.
Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in St. Peter & Paul’s Church on
Sunday 1st November at 12.30pm. /T_he moment that you died, My heart was torn in two One side /f_illed with heartache, /T_he other died with you.
I often lie awake at night When the world is fast asleep And think about you Jimmy with tears upon my cheek.
Remembering you is easy I do it everyday But missing you is a heartache that never goes away.
I hold you tightly in my heart, and there you will remain Until we meet again.
All my love from your heartbroken wife Mary, sons I an, Jimmy & Trevor, daughters Lorraine & Pauline, daughters-in-law Geraldine & Anne, son-in-law Micha el, your grandchildren who loved you dearly Luke, Mark, Shaun, Kallum, Jamie & Ben, Rachel, Amy, Sarah, Emma Jane & Anna.
Jimmy IN LOVING MEMORY OF CHRISTY PAISLEY 27St. John’s Square, Portlaoise. 5th Anniversary occurs 30th October 2026. /T_he years we spent together, We keep within our hearts, /T_hey hold precious memories that will never let us part, Unspoken thoughts, no outward show, But deep inside we miss you so.
Each one thought the world of you, For us you did your best, And now we pray the Lord will grant your soul eternal rest. Sadly missed, always loved and remembered by your wife Rose, daughter Noelle, sons-in-law Rob and Jeff and sister Marie.
Grandad, those special memories of you will always make us smile, if only we could have you back for just a little while, /T_hen we could sit and talk again just like we used to do.
We miss you more than words can say, And love you more each and every day.
Love always and forever Sam, Carla and Rachel.
Also Remembering your daughter Catherine at this time.
Will those who think of them today, a little prayer to Jesus say.
May They Rest in Peace
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21IN LOVING MEMORY OF EUGENE /parenleft.cap HUGHIE/parenright.cap MCLOUGHLIN 63 Lakeglen, Portlaoise. 23/8/1949 – 31/10/2022 4th Anniversary away from home 31st October 2026. Four years in heaven, watching from above, Surrounded by angels, wrapped in God’s love Forever remembered, forever held dear Your Spirit lives on, always near.
Sadly, missed, always remembered by your loving wife Patsy and son Eugene xxx/T_he angels called your name Dad Four years ago today Heaven gained a beautiful soul But my heart wished you could stay.
Love Yvonne, Jamie, Ava, Dylan & Ellie xxx Four years have passed since you went away But I miss you Dad more with each passing day Forever loved and remembered with tears Your memory lives on through all the years.
Your loving daughter Trisha xx As day dawns and starts anew As each day ends we think of you And in between, no matter where Deep in our hearts you are always there.
Love Imelda, Danny, Danielle, Shane, Aaran, Tamzin, Jack, Amber, Emily, Anna, Addison & Ailís Your presence we miss Your memory we treasure Loving you always, forgetting you never.
Sadly missed by Geraldine, Christy & Girls xx
Eugene IN LOVING MEMORY OF WILLIAM /parenleft.cap BILL/parenright.cap O’REILLY Marian House, Dublin Rd., Portlaoise. 8th Anniversary occurs 5th November 2026.
Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in Sts. Peter & Paul’s Parish Church,
Sunday 1st November at 12.30pm. /T_hose we love don’t go away, /T_hey walk beside us everyday, Unseen, unheard but always near, Still loved, still missed and forever dear. /T_hinking of you today and always.
Sadly missed by his loving wife Maura and family.
May Bill Rest in Peace IN LOVING MEMORY OF MAUREEN O’CONNOR 3St. Brigid’s Place, Portlaoise. 10th Anniversary occurs 1st November 2026 .
Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in St. Peter & Paul’s Church
Sunday 1st November at 10am. A loving Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother You gave us years of happiness, then sorrow came with tears, You left us lovely memories We will treasure through the years.
Sadly missed and always remembered by your loving family and friends.
Maureen IN LOVING MEMORY OF DANNY O’CONNELL /T_he Rock of Dunamaise. 15th Anniversary occurs 6th November 2026.
Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in Sts.
Peter & Paul’s Church on Saturday, 7th November at 6.30pm. Sadly missed along life’s way, Quietly remembered everyday, No longer in our lives to share, But in our hearts you’re always there.
Sadly missed by his loving wife Mary and all his family, extended family and friends.
May Danny Rest in Peace
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Feast of All Saints Deacon: Rev. Liam Dunne Matthew 5:1-12 What makes a saint In 1987, Dr Paul Farmer founded Partners in Health in Haiti.
Its mission was to provide high-quality healthcare to patients from impoverished backgrounds and those who lived far from healthcare facilities.
Over the following thirty years, the organization exp anded across Africa, Latin America, Russia and the Navajo Nation in the US. Dr Farmer’s goal was to make the latest sophisticated treatments, which were available only in wealthy regions, available to all people.
He was instrumental in bringing lifesaving HIV drugs to the people of Haiti in the early 2000s and was later involved in founding a medical school in Rwanda, where he had been teaching before he passed away unexpectedly in February 2022. Described as a ‘global health champion’, Dr Farmer’s driving forces were equality, solidarity and love.
His central philosophy could be summed up in his own words: ‘The idea that some lives matter less is the root of all that is wrong with the world.
Dr Farmer was a social justice campaigner, what some might call a modern saint.
Aware of the disparities around the world, he set about finding creative ways to narrow the gap.
Saints are all around us, teaching us about God through their actions.
They persevere in all they do for their communities and those on the margins.
They are the blessed ones. The Paul Farmers of this world inspire us to strive to live the Beati tudes of Jesus in our daily lives.
The Beatitudes are an urgent call to honour the dignity of all people, especially those whose suffer.
The most pressing need of our time is to bridge the gap between the haves and the haves-nots.
When we hear of the disparity between the income and lifestyles of the super-rich and the poorest people in the world, it can be hard to stomach.
Becoming aware of our privilege is the first step towards solidarity.
The Beatitudes call us to put our hunger for justice into action.
Perhaps that is the making of all saints.
Copyright Triona Doherty & Jane Mellett.
The Deep End: A Journey with the Sunday Gospels in the Year of Matthew (Dublin: Messenger Publications, 2022).
“[Saints] make our hypocrisy so apparent that we want to change our lives – not because of guilt but because we want to be alive, we want to be more like Jesus. . . [they] leave us the scent of God, the aroma of Christ. God occasionally drops a handkerchief – and these handkerchiefs are called saints. - Shane Claiborne ALL MASSES AND PRAYERS ARE ON OUR WEBSITE www.rathvillykilteganparish.ie/our-parish/webcam Radio 104.3 FM THE IRISH CATHOLIC NEWSPAPER – €3.80 Please put money in Shrine Box ST VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY PLEASE NOTE: Rathvilly/Kiltegan – 051 350725
Mon-Fri: 10 am – 1 pm - 059 9161114
office@rathvillykilteganparish.ie Website: www.rathvillykilteganparish.ie Registered Charity Number 20015848 Diocesan Website : www.kandle.ie Local Safeguarding Reps: Mary Phelan Elizabeth Austin David Carton Diocesan Director of Safeguarding : Ms Ailish Higgins
safeguarding@kandle.ie RATHVILLY KILTEGAN PARISH NEWSLETTER St. Brigid’s St. Patrick’s The Assumption Talbotstown Rathvilly Tynock Sat/Sun, 31st Oct/1st Nov Feast of All Saints 31st Week in Ordinary Time ANNIVERSARY MASSES Sat/Sun, 31st October & 1st November Kevin Barry Mary, Martin & Padraig Coady, St. Patrick’s Park Martin & Elizabeth Coady, Station Road and deceased family members Bridget & Michael Byrne, Knockroe Baby Róisín Margaret Slye Sat/Sun, 7th & 8th November Michael Sheedy & Family Marian Cassells, Knocklishen Eamonn Dunne, Tankardstown Trish Ryan, Knockroe Kathleen Faulkner, Bough Bridget Carroll, Rathvilly Tom Doyle, Morning Star Attracta Doyle, Raheendaw Doyle Family, Bigstone Sheila Dempsey, Collins Park Christy Nolan, Ballyoliver & Kilkea, Castledermot CHURCH OF THE ASSUMPTION, TYNOCK Sunday, 1st November – Mass at 9.30 a.m.
Reader: Veronica Byrne. ST. BRIGID’S CHURCH, TALBOTSTOWN Feast of All Souls – Monday, 2nd November – Mass at 9.30 a.m.
Sunday, 8th November – Mass at 9.30 a.m.
Reader: Conor O’Leary. ST. PATRICK’S CHURCH, RATHVILLY Monday, 2nd November – Feast of All Souls – Mass at 11.00 a.m.
Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday – Mass at 9.30 a.m.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION – Adoration each Friday at 3 – 6 p.m.
IN NOVEMBER WE REMEMBER All who have died in the Parish since last November will be remembered at Mass: Tynock Church at 9.30 a.m. - Sunday, 1st November Talbotstown Church – Feast of All Souls – Monday at 9.30 a.m.
Rathvilly Church - Saturday, 7.30 p.m. Sunday, 11 a.m. and
Monday 11 a.m. A candle will be lighting on the Altar in memory of our loved ones.
As we remember in a particular way in November those who have died, you are invited to follow the daily scripture posts from the diocese on the Kandle Facebook and Xaccounts, as well as prayers for particular days.
A prayer leaflet is also available on kandle.ie with prayers for a visit to the grave, a visit to the Church and a prayer at bedtime in the month of November.
Copies are available in each Church. Rathvilly Kiltegan https://www.rathvillykilteganparish.ie
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ALTAR LIST OF THE DEAD Names can be written on the sheets provided or in the “Altar List of the Dead” Book in the Church.
November offerings go towards the support of our Clergy.
There is a Large Cross placed in front of Our Lady’s Altar on which to light a candle for a loved on Candles cost €1 each.
IN MEMORY OF ALL OUR FAITHFUL DEPARTED 9 Novena Masses for the Dead will be offered each Monday and Wednesday during the month of November in St. Patrick’s Church.
CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT REHEARSALS will take place every Monday and Wednesday evening from 7pm - 8pm in St Patrick’s Church Rathvilly.
Anyone who can sing or play an instrument is welcome to come along.
WEEKEND COLLECTIONS – 24th & 25th October We thank all our parishioners who contribute to the weekly Collections.
Rathvilly: Offertory € 313.64 Envelopes € 431.50 Kiltegan: Offertory € 61.60 Envelopes € 153.00 PARISH LOTTO (Kildare & Leighlin Co-Op Lotto Draw) Results from 28th October, 2026 No Jackpot winner of 14,000. Numbers: 12-14-25-31. 6 Match 3 numbers get € 167.00 each.
No local match three winner this week. Next draw on Wednesday, 4th November.
Jackpot € 15,000. The draw takes place each Wednesday at 4 p.m. in the Parish Centre, Portlaoise.
Sacred Music Workshop – Booking Up Quickly Bookings for the Diocesan Sacred Music Workshop Day are very busy and we anticipate that the day will be fully booked.
Parish choir members can book their place on Eventbrite.
Lunch, Diocesan Music Guide and Music Pack can only be provided for booked places.
THE SCHOOLHOUSE COMMUNITY & ENTERPRISE CENTRE Concert Night this Sunday, 1st November in St. Patrick’s Church, Rathvilly at 7 p.m.
Featuring: Wolseley Singers, Alister Fingleton, Ryan Turner, Louise Morrissey, Mary Darcy.
Backing band Ryan Turn er. Tickets €30 a vailable at the door.
RATHVILLY GAA CLUB Lotto Results: No Jackpot winner.
Numbers drawn 12-17-23-26 Match 3 win or share €150. 5 Lucky Dips Theresa Cullen De Lacey Abbey On Line winner Martha Keogh Talbotstown On Line winner Tom Kavanagh Mountkelly On Line winner Wm.
Burgess Lisnavagh Post Office Antoinette Kelly Fr. Cullen Tce.
Paul Kelly Next draw 3 Nov. 2026 Jackpot €10,300 THE COMMEMORATION OF ALL THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED November Novena in Baltinglass Parish for all the Faithful Departed begins on
Monday 2nd and ends on
Tuesday 10th. There is daily Mass in St. Paul’s Oratory at 10am (Monday to Friday) and in St. Joseph’s Church at 7.30pm (Monday to Friday).
Saturday Evening 6pm, Sunday at 9.30am (Grangecon) a nd 11am (St. Joseph’s, Baltinglass).
On
Saturday 7th at the 6pm mass, we have our annual mass for all who have died in the past 12 months with a special welcome to their families and friends.
SLANEY ROVERS A. Lotto Results: No Jackpot Winner.
Winning numbers were 6-11-12-25 Grainne Curran, Rathvilly Martin Curran Tommy Donegan, Collins Park Jenny Donegan Denise Nolan, Bough Post Office Trish McCall, c/o Seller Breda Keogh Marie Curry, Rathvilly Peg Kehoe Promoter`s prize €20 was won by Breda Keogh.
Next draw Nov.3rd. Jackpot €4,100. Thank you for all your support.
RATHMORE NS Enrolment for new pupils into Junior Infants in Rathmore NS is now open.
Applications will be accepted until 13th November 2026. The Admissions Notice, Enrolment Policy and application Forms are available from the school website https://rathmorens.webador.ie or by contacting the school office 059 9161375 or rathmorens.ias@gmail.com INFORMATION SESSION Headway Ireland is organising an information session on Wills, Enduring Powers of Attorney, Advance Healthcare Directive and Co-Decision Making on
Thursday 19th November from 7.30pm in the Cathedral Parish Centre Carlow R93xv10. Everyone is very welcome.
There is no cost. If you have any questions, please contact Catherine at 0879361998 or oharec@headway.ie . GENTLE YOGA 7 WEEK COURSE – starting on Monday, 2nd November in Castledermot Community Centre at 6.30 p.m.
Full course €75 .00 Drop in €12. 00 Call Maria for bookings on 087 6421820
INFORMATION EVENING For older persons and people living with dementia or conditions affecting memory.
Please come along to Leighlin Parish Centre on Thursday, November 5th.
Brief presentations will be given by the Alzheimer's Society of Ireland, Carlow Older People's Network, ASI Bethany House and ALONE. Commencing at 7.30 p.m.
ALL WELCOME TULLOW LIBRARY - Toddler Storytime in Tullow Library every Friday at 10am, no booking required, all welcome!
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ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT Tuesdays and Wednesdays 10am to 6pm in Parish Church.
PARISH COLLECTIONS W/E 24th/ 25th October Envelope Collection : €2,393. Basket Collection : €907. Many thanks.
HOLY COM MUNION TO THE SICK & HOUSEBOUND If you or someone known to you is housebound and would like to receive Holy Communion monthly, please contact Fr. Ger or the Parish Office.
TULLOW DAY CARE DRAW RESU LTS- WEEK 4 €400: Alicia Lennon €200 : Rhys Lawlor €100 : Eileen Murphy €100 : Brigid Fields €50: Mary Aungier Promoter’s €50: Chrstina Bowes ‘Congratulations’ to all our winners. ‘Thank You’ to everyone who entered.
DEAD LIST Please use your special envelope marked ‘Our Faithful Departed’. If you do not have one of these envelopes you may use one of your own and include in it t he names of those you wish to be remembered.
Thank you. ALL Souls Day - Monday November 2nd Having celebrated the feast of all the members of the church who are beli eved to be in heaven, the church on earth turns, on the next day, to commemorate the faithful departed.
On this day we pray for all souls that they too may find eternal peace.
Mass in Tullow Church at 9.30am. SCHOOL ENROLMENTS SCOIL MHUIRE LOURDES : Enrolment is now taking place for Scoil Mhuire Lourdes school year 2027/2028. Enrolments forms can be downloaded from school website smltullow.ie or if you wish you may call to the school to getone.
The Rosary will be recited in St. Patrick’s Cemetery every Sunday for the month of November at 3 pm. SCOIL PHÁDRAIG NAOFA: Now taking applications for Admission to Junior Infants for the 2027/2028 school year.
Information and forms are available on our website tullowboysns.ie or phone the school ofoce on 059 9151625 . Tullow Day Care Centre Are currently looking for Kitchen Assistants for our Community Employment Scheme. 19.5 hours per week.
Training will be provided. Must be in receipt of a qual ifying Social Welfare payment.
Phone Dolores on 059 9151833 or 059 9181410 . ARDATTIN Enrolment applications for the 2027/2028 school year open on 23rd October.
The school will cease accepting applications on 13th November.
Application forms are available from the school or on the school website : n.ias@gmail.com . Michael English Christmas Concert
Sunday 13th December at 8pm Tickets are now on sale - €30. Available on Event Brite or from Tullow/Castledermo t Parish Ofoces.
All Proceeds to Splayground development.
Captain Murphy Memorial Hall Times during the week available.
The rates for the use of the hall are as follows: Up to 6pm: €20 per hour.
After 6pm: €25 per hr. Heating is an additional €10 per hr.
Bookings can be made by calling: (Nicola) 085 7150412 . In November We Remember As we remember in a particular way in November those who have died, you are invited to follow the daily scripture posts from the diocese on the Kandle Facebo ok and Xaccounts, as well as prayers for particular days.
A prayer leaflet is also avail able on kandle.ie with prayers for a visit to the grave, a visit to the Church and a pray er at bedtime in the month of November.
Sticks for Stoves: Tullow Area. Phone John on 085 7509462 . A family of 3 are looking for a house to rent in the Tullow area.
Phone Inga on 083 4336655 . INFORMATION EVENING For older persons and people living with dementia or conditions affecting m emory.
Please come along to Leighlin Parish Centre on Thursday, November 5th, 7.30pm. Brief presentations will be given by the Alzheimer's Society of Ireland, Carlow Older People's Network, ASI Bethany House and ALONE. CONGRAT ULATIONS & WELL DONE! Tullow won ‘Best Town’ in the category for populations over 5,000 in this year’s ‘ Pride of Place’. The good news was announced at the awards ceremony on Saturday evening last. Credit goes to the hard work of the committee and all volunteers.
Tullow https://www.tullowparish.com
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TULLOW, GRANGE & ARDATTIN PARISH NEWSLETTER 1st November 2026 Feast of All Saints
tullowparish@outlook.com Fr. Ger Ahern PP: 059 9180222
Registered Charity No: 20015848
Monday & Wednesday at 9.30am Friday at 7.30pm (Bereavement Mass).
Service of the Word & Holy Communion: Tuesday and Thursday at 9.30am. Confessions : Saturday 7pm or by request WE REMEMB ERTH OSE WHO HAVE DIED I. Ann Maria Hughes, 5 Phelim Cresent, Phelim Wood, Tullow who died th is week MASSES FOR SAT URDAY 31ST OCTOBER, 7 .30 PM. FIRST ANNIVERSARY : John Brien, (Amigo) Hillbrook Estate.
Kevin Roche, Pairc Mhuire. Craig Mahon, Carlow.
Dan & Brigid Quinn, Knockee n. Jim & Esther Keogh, Knockeen.
Aidan Byrne, Tintean Phádraig. Denis & Brigid Byrne and daughter Marie, Ballymurphy.
MASSES FOR SU NDAY 1ST NOVEMBER, 1 1 A. M. Lar Keating, Castledermot Road.
Paudie Fitzgibbon, Castlemore. MASSES FOR SAT URDAY 7TH NOVEMBER, 7 .30 FIRST A NNIVERSARY: Johnny Berry, Castlemore.
Sean & Rita O’Hanlon, Kanturk, Cork. Stephen Abbey, 20 An Caislean.
George Byrne, St. Patrick’s Park. Martin & Brigid Earle, Dublin Road.
Johnny Smithers, Rathglass. Michael & Mary Keegan, Crosslow.
William, Ellen & Thomas Carroll and deceased family members, Crosslow.
Brigid, Frances & Ger Dawson, Crosslow. Patrick, Margaret & May Kinsella, Knocknatubrid.
Bill Doyle, Convent Lodge. Tom & Lizzie Byrne, Parkbridge, Clonegal.
Patrick & Margaret Butler, Newstown. MASSES FOR SU NDAY 8TH NOVEMBER, 1 1 A. M. Tom & Eileen O’Toole, Castledermot Road and Southampton.
Margaret & Edward Dempsey, Coppenagh ANNUAL REMEMB RANCE MASS The Annual Bereavement Mass for our loved ones who died during the year will be celebrated this Friday (6th) at 7.30pm in Tullow Church.
While the focus will be on parishioners who died during the year and on their families, the Mass is open to everyone who wishes to pray for their deceased relatives.
No 9.30am Mass on Friday. PARISH BE REAVEMENT SUPPOR T GRO UP This four-week session parish bereavement program is designed to bring hope and healing to parishioners facing the long and lonely path of loss w hile helping people understand the grief process, their emotions and how to deal with them.
During the sessions participants are given an opportunity to express their grief in a safe environment.
Each session will last 75-90 minutes which will include light refreshments.
Sessions are free and start on
Tuesday 10th November in Tullow Parish Centre from 7.30pm to 9pm and continue on 17th, 24th and December 1st. To register, contact Sr. Teresa Phelan, csb on 083 3928708 . ALL SAINTS I know a lot of saints, I do!
So let me mention just a few: I know someone who runs a team And teaches kids to play and dream, Who stands in cold and wind and rain On days they play and night they train; Someone who’s there when we are said, The best and gentlest friend we’ve had, Someone who say, ‘Just do your best; When I am scared to take a test: A friend who takes the time to show How things are done when I don’t know A teacher who just always knows Where that comma always goes; And others who are kind and good, Who try to act as Jesus would, Who show God’s love in all they do I know a lot of saints, don’t you?
This poem, by Brendan Kennelly, gives us an insight into the saints we meet on our daily path .
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