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SUNDAY 1 NOVEMBER 2026 All Saints Day NOVEMBER - O O Fthe HOLYSOULS NEWSLETTER FOR THE PARISHES OF THE WEST TYRONE PASTORAL AREA: Aghyaran Ardstraw West & Castlederg Drumquin PRIESTS OF THE PASTORAL AREA: REV CHRISTOPHER McDERMOTT, Tel 028 816 71393
REV THOMAS CANNING, Tel 028 82831 225
OFFICE FOR THE PASTORAL AREA: Parochial House, 16 Castlefin Road, Castlederg, BT81 7BT.
Office Hours: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: 9.30am – 1.00pm Parish Email addresses: aghyaranparish@derrydiocese.org castledergparish@derrydiocese.org drumquin@derrydiocese.org DIOCESAN SAFEGUARDING DESIGNATED LIAISON PERSON: Ms Marie O’Kane – Telephone 07596500793
dlp@derrydiocese.org SCHEDULE FOR THIS WEEK: DAY AGHYARAN ARDSTRAW WEST & CASTLEDERG DRUMQUIN
Monday 2 Nov: All Souls Day Mass, 10.00am Mass, Castlederg: 7.30pm: remembering those who have died in the past year. Mass, 10.00am Rosary, at Grotto: 8.00pm
Tuesday 3 Nov Mass, 10.00am Rosary, 10.00am
Wednesday 4 Nov Liturgy of Word with Holy Communion: 10.00am Castlederg: Liturgy of the Word, with Holy Communion: 10.00am Mass, 10.00am
Thursday 5 Nov Mass, 10.00am, followed by Adoration until 12.00noon Mass, 7.30pm: remembering deceased members of Legion of Mary, Pioneers and SVP
Friday 6 Nov Mass, 7.30pm: remembering those who have died in the past year. Mass, Castlederg: 10.00am (No Adoration on
Fri 6 November)
Saturday 7 Nov Vigil Mass, 7.30pm: Induction Mass of Fr McDermott Vigil Mass, Castlederg, 6.15pm Vigil Mass: 5.00pm: remembering those who have died in the past year.
Sunday 8 Nov Mass on 1st, 3rd & 5th Sunday Mass: Dregish, 9.30am and Drumnabey,12.30pm: remembering those who have died in the past year.
Castlederg, 11.00am Mass on 1st, 3rd & 5th Sunday MASS will be celebrated in St Patrick’s, Drumquin, this Thursday, 5 November, for all deceased members of the Legion of Mary, Pioneers and SVP of our Pastoral Area.
Everyone is welcome to attend this Mass.
ST PATRICK’S, AGHYARAN – Fr McDermott will be formally inducted as Parish Priest of Termonamongan (Aghyaran) next Saturday evening, 7 November, by Bishop Michael Router, at an In stallation Ceremony at the 7.30pm Vigil Mass.
We welcome Bishop Router to Aghyaran for t he first time.
There will be tea in the GAA Centre for everyone afterwards, and a chance to meet with Fr McDermott and Bishop Router.
Castlederg https://www.castledergparish.com
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AN EVENING OF APPRECIATION FOR FR PAUL: An Evening of Appreciation for Fr Paul Fraser is being organised for
Friday 20 November, in St Patrick’s Hall, Castlederg, at 7.30pm. Everyone is warmly invited to attend this special occasion as we come together to show our gratitude and appreciation for Fr Paul.
To help mark the occasion, donation envelopes will be distributed in all our churches this weekend and next weekend.
We kindly ask that all envelopes be returned for collection at our Masses on the weekend of 14/15 November.
Thank you very much for your generosity and support.
We look forward to welcoming everyone . THANK YOU for your generosity in last week’s collection: AGHYARAN: £662 & €37; Church Restoration Fund: £1,009 & £96. DRUMQUIN: £574. ARDSTRAW WEST & CASTLEDERG: £2,458 & €32, made up of: Castlederg £1,739 & €30, Drumnabey £354 & €2, Dregish £365. ARDSTRAW WEST AND CASTLEDERG Parish Draw: The October draw took place after Mass in Castlederg last Sunday (relocated there due to a power-cut in Dregish).
Congratulations to our winners! £1,000 Gemma Nelson (370) Promoter’s Prize: Eithne Gallagher £500 Aidan O’Kane (483) £250 (x 3) Conor McHugh (165); Colm Coyle (303); Sinead Keenan (280) £100 (x 7) Peter Campbell (403); Sandra Harper (646); Fr Thomas Canning (851); Michael Lynch (156); Fidelma and George McDermott (245); Teresa McGlinc hey (809); Joan McColgan (1121).
As always, thank you to the team who helped on the day, the promoters and all who take part i n the draw.
Returns for November’s draw should be made to the Parochial House on
Thursday 19 November between 6 .00 and 7.30pm. The next draw will take place on
Sunday 29 November. There are just a few tickets left – if you’re not it, you can’t win!
Our prayers are asked for the happy repose of the souls of the recently dec eased who have been enrolled in the Derry Diocesan Society: AGHYARAN: Danny Gallen, Ballymongan Road; Danny O’Donnell , Meenamullan Road.
ARDSTRAW WEST / C’DERG: Brendan Lennon, Crewe; Michael Harper, Castlefin Rd; Evelyn Baxter, Castlefin Park.
DRUMQUIN: Gerry O’Kane, Dooish Road; Frankie Breen, Dernalear Road. --------------------------------------------------- ---------- PLEASE NOTE the following dates for November Masses remembering those who have died in the pas t year.
A candle in remembrance of each of those who have died will be lit: CASTLEDERG:
Monday 2 November, 7.30pm, remembering: Joe Gallagher, Pat Carolan, James Murray, Delma Mv Glynn, Ellen Sweeney, Tom McHugh, Derek Duggan, Pat Keenan, Marrie McMenamin, Ann T. Doherty, Angela Laird, Doris Gallagher, Colleen Vukusic (nee Masterson), Brendan Douglas, Charlie Logue, Christine Clarke, Michael Harper, Evelyn Baxter, Molly Carlin.
AGHYARAN:
Friday 6 November, 7.30pm, remembering: Noel Doherty, Ellen Lynch, Peter Moss, Madge McNamee, Danny Gallen, Danny O'Donnell, Don Browne. DRUMQUIN:
Saturday 7 November, 5.00pm, remembering: Mickey McLaughlin, Margaret (Maggie) McLaughlin, Aidan McLaughlin, Tommy Kearney, Margaret McLaughlin, Cameron Donnelly, Paddy Gall agher, Finola Scott, Joe Campbell, Gerry O'Kane, Frankie Breen, Brendan Cassidy.
DREGISH:
Sunday 8 November, 9.30am, remembering Kay Nugent. DRUMNABEY:
Sunday 8 November, 12.30pm, remembering: Hannah Devine, Terry Logue, Brendan (Bo) Lennon.
Families who have been bereaved in the past year are asked to check that the of their loved one has been included above.
If you have any query, please contact the Parish Office.
PASTORAL VISITATION OF THE HOUSEBOUND will take place this week as follows: Dregish –
Monday 2 November , commencing at 10.45am - Fr Thomas; Drumquin Rural Area –
Thursday 5 November - Tattysallagh Road, Dooish Road, Glen Road, Braden Road Drumscraw Road, commencing at 11.00am - Fr. Thomas.
ALL SAINTS DAY QUIZ: The P7 class in St Caireall's PS have created a wonderful fact file on Saints; also, a short Quiz is available at the back of the church.
Entry £1, with proceeds going to church funds.
Please support! DREGISH BAZAAR:
Sun 29 Nov, 7.00 – 9.00pm. Collectors will call at houses.
Prizes/donations can also be brought to the hall after Mass on 8, 15 and 22 Nov.
Your support for this parish fundraising even t will be greatly appreciated.
BOOK LAUNCH: St Eugene's Hall, Dregish, on
Fri 13 Nov, at 7.30pm; refreshments served.
Dregish History Group has produced two books: 'Gathering Hidden Gems on the History of Dregish and the People Together,' a selection of interesting local history articles by members of the History Group . The second is a history of the Clergy of Ardstraw West by Brian Devenney, edited by Fr McCawille.
Thanks to NLH Fund and Rapid for their support.
CONGRATULATIONS TO CIARAN O’LOUGHLIN on completing his 14th Dublin Marathon for MS Society, in 3hours 35mins.
For anyone who would still like to sponsor Ciaran, there are sponsor sheets av ailable in shops in Castlederg.
Please keep in your prayer the priests of the diocese who are taking up new appointmen ts this weekend.
St John Vianney, pray for all.
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NEWSLETTER 25/10/26 10AM MASS IN CLAUDY ON
THURSDAY 29TH OCTOBER IS FOR THE DECEASED AND LIVING MEMBERS OF THE DERRY DIOCESAN SOCIETY. VOLUNTEERS FOR November Eucharistic Ministers: Claudy Sat vigil 6.30pm Elaine McKenna FB, Anne Donaghy FT, Tom Kerrigan GB, Patrick McKeever GT.
Sunday 11.30am Grainne O’Kane, FB, Tony McCloskey FT, Orlagh McCloskey GB, Siobhan McKeever GT Readers Claudy Sat vigil 6.30pm Una Kelly
Sunday 11.30am . Andrea Moore. Readers Craigbane – Leo Devine Eucharistic Ministers Craigbane Catherine Devine, Cara Gormley Passport signing: If you wish Fr O’Kane to sign a passport form please ring the Parish OfÏce on 71 337727 and make an appointment.
Form must be completed in advance but do not sign the application – it must be signed in the presence of Fr O’Kane.
If the passport is for anyone under 18 both parents and the child must be present at the appointment and the application must only be signed by both parents in the presence of Fr O’Kane.
Interested in becoming a Eucharist Minister in Claudy please get in touch with Bridget 077 622 33024 or contact the Parish OfÏce on 71 337727 The webcam in St Patrick’s Church Claudy is live streamed and you cannot go back and watch any service unless you have requested i t to be recorded.
If you wish a funeral or wedding recorded please contact the Parish ofÏce on 71 337727 giving a minimum of 2 days notice to request a service to be recorded.
Regular adorers needed in Craigbane for the hour of 11am to 12 noon.
Please tel 07709125696 if you can help. Derry Diocesan Young Adult Community: Derry Youth Ministry invites everyone aged 18–35 to join their new community every Tuesday evening at 7:30pm, starting 20 October, at Claudy Pastoral Centre.
Each week features a varied programme including invited speakers, scripture, prayer, food, and fellowship, alongside organised social events.
Everyone is welcome to come along! For more details, please contact yvonne.rooney@derrydiocese.org . LEARMOUNT COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GROUP (PARK): Week commencing
Monday 26th October:
Monday 26th Oct : Time For Me Ladies (10.30 am - 12.30 pm); Embroidery Class Week 4 (1.30 - 3.30 pm);
Tuesday 27th Oct : Men's Hobby Workshop (10.30 am - 12.30 pm); Craft and Crochet Club (10.30 - 12.30 pm); Advice NW (2 - 4 pm); Slow Sewing (7-9 pm);
Wednesday 28th Oct: Farm Families Claudy http://parishofclaudy.com
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Mobile Health Check Van (Please book appointments through the community Centre); Ladies Evening - Autumn Flower arranging demonstration (7 - 9 pm) ;
Thursday 29th October : Post OfÏce Outreach Service (9 am - 12 pm); Park 60+ Club (12 - 2 pm), Mini Professors Workshop 1 (2.15 - 3 pm); Mini Professors Workshop 2 (3.15 - 4 pm);
Friday 30th October : Learmount Walking Group (meet at 10.30 am at the Community Centre), History Group with Fiona Pergrom QG (7.30 - 9.30 pm);
Saturday 31st October: Mini PAC (10 - 11 am), PAC Club (11.30 am - 1 pm). Learmount Forest Family Halloween Trail: Open from
Monday 26th October until
Monday 2nd November. Pick up a map and entry form at the Community Centre, follow the trail, count the spooky figures hiding in the trees and return your entry forms into the Community Centre to be entered into a draw for Cash Prizes.
The Fairy Garden will be lit up with special visitors from
Thursday 28th to
Saturday 30th. Please bring torches with you if visiting the trail between 5 pm and 9 pm. For further details: Tel. 02877781881 /Whats App 07751118656 / DM /
Glenshane House, Dungiven Names now being taken for L2 Understanding Autism Spectrum Conditions, 4 weeks x 3 hours on a Monday night.
Cost is £30 registration + £18 exam fee.
To register Tel. 028 777 42494 . Lourdes Pilgrimage Easter 2027 Anyone wishing to travel to Lourdes at Easter with the Rise and Shine Trust formerly Irish Pilgrimage Trust as a guest can apply online at http://www.riseandshine.ie Alternatively, application forms are available by contacting any of the foll owing Donna Hargan 07754904097
Maureen Devine 07540489152
Margaret Rose Gormley 07922237986
For future information or to request an application form, please contact one of the above.
ST PATRICKS CHURCH CLAUDY; Experience the power of Sacred reading every Thursday at 7pm. Come join our weekly Scripture group a s we prayerfully read, meditate on and reflect on the upcoming Sunday Gospel.
All Are Welcome. Choir Director: St Eugene’s Cathedral, Francis Street, Derry, 10 hours per week: St Eugene’s Cathedral is recruiting for an experienced choir director to lead and manage all aspects of the cathedral choir.
They will ensure that the music enhances worship services and aligns with the church’s liturgical themes.
For a job description and application pack, tel (028) 7126 2302 or
recruitment@derrydiocese.org . Submit completed applications to Personnel, Bishop’s House, St Eugene’s Cathedral, Francis Street, Derry, BT48 9AP, or email them to recruitment@derrydiocese.org . Applications must be received by noon on
Thursday 12 November 2026. Derry Diocesan Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We welcome
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applications from all men and women and from members of all communities.! VOCATIONS There will be a meeting for anyone considering a vocation to the diocesan priesthood, in Derry, on
Sunday 8 November, beginning at 4pm. For further details, please contact the Diocesan Vocations Director, Fr Pat O'Hagan, at pgoh2111@gmail.com or by calling (028) 79386259. St Paul reminds the Thessalonians that it was ".with the joy of the Holy Spirit that [they] took to the Gospel.
We pray for the future priests of our diocese that they will feel the joy that comes from the Spirit of Go d as they read, live, and preach the Good News of God's love.
Omagh Charismatic Prayer Group: Day of Prayer, Praise and Healing, celebrating 50 years:
Sunday 15 November 2026 in the Silverbirch Hotel, Omagh : Registration 9.30am, concluding in the afternoon with Mass.
Theme: People of God's Dlight (Ps 194.4).
Speaker: Fr John Keane. Cost £40, including coffee and lunch.
Book by 1 November, please, for catering purposes: Evelyn 07876 411435 or Kathleen 07596 609041. ST PATRICK'S DUNGANNON CHARISMATIC PRAYER GROUP: GOLDEN JUBILEE event:
Saturday 5 December, at the Servite Priory, Benburb , commencing at 11.00am and concluding with Mass at 3.00pm. Everyone is welcome to this 50th celebration, with theme "Come to the water: all who are thirsty, Come.
Annual Solemn Novena in honour of Our Lady of Perpetual Help: Nine Sundays before Christmas in Long Tower Church, Derry at 6.00pm, beginning this
Sunday 25 October . The theme of our Novena this year is ‘Make me a Channel of your Peace – celebrating the 800th Jubilee Year of St Francis’ . Each night will comprise of the Rosary, Novena prayer and petitions with a short talk given by various guest speakers and Eucharistic Healing Ceremony with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament.
We encourage everybody, including those in particular need of healing to join us.
ACCORD COUPLE COUNSELLING - Our couples counselling specialists provide in-person and online services to individuals and couples dealing with relationship challenges.
For further information and to make an appointment please contact us ;- Accord Derry Tel; (028) 71362475
Email; derry@accordni.com Web; www.accordni.com Abide Women's Conference, November 20-22, the Great Northern Hotel Bundoran, Co. Donegal.
Speakers include: Sarah Swafford, Fr Barry Braum, Fr Mark Wharton, Kimberlee Woo Ling, Danielle Noonan, Nashville Domincans & more, Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Fintan Gavin, from Cork & Ross Diocese.
We would love to welcome you this weekend.
For more details please visit Abide in His Love at eventbrite.ie Registration link: https://abideinhislove.eventbrite.com
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A WEEKEND LIKE NO OTHER Catholic Marriage Encounter Weekend St. Mary's, Knock, Co. Mayo
Friday 9th to
Sunday 11th April 2027 This residential Weekend starts at 7.30pm on Friday and finishes at 4.30pm on Sunday, and is open to all married couples . Online booking only at www.marriageencounter.ie WEEKLY COLLECTION was: £2,150 thank you for your continuing contribution.
PRAY FOR THE ANNIVERSARY OF Charlie O’Neill, Liam Peoples, Bridget O’Donnell, Tommy Burke PRAY FOR THE SOUL OF Mina McGowan buried in Claudy on Sunday we pray for the McGowan family at this time, May She Rest in Peace.
ANNIVERSARY/MONTH’S MIND MASSES –
Tuesday 27th October at 10am in Claudy for Tommy Burke.
Friday 30th October at 7.30pm in Claudy Month’s Mind Mass for Oonagh White.
Sunday 1st November at 10am in Craigbane for Michael McNicholl.
Monday 2nd November Month’s Mind Mass at 7.30pm in Craigbane for Mary Glass.
Friday 6th November at 7.30pm in Claudy Month’s Mind Mass for Raymond Hargan.
Sunday 8th November at 10am in Craigbane for Margaret Gormley.
Sunday 6th December at 10am in Craigbane for Catriona Gormley.
Sunday 3rd January at 10am in Craigbane for James Gormley Safeguarding Notice : If you have any concerns with regard to the Safeguarding of children or adults at Risk of Harm within the Church please contact Marie O’Kane the Diocesan Designated Liaison Person (DLP) at 07596500793 or email dlp@derrydiocese.org . or ring PSNI on 101 or Social Services: Gatew ay Services, Western HSC Trust on 028 71314090 and ask for the Duty Social Worker or Gateway Services, Northern HSC Trust on 028 9442 4459 or the Regional Emergency Social Work Services on 0800 1979 995
Saint Vincent De Paul Helpline Telephone Number: 0751 820 8132
PLEASE NOTE THERE IS A NEW LINK TO MCN MEDIA –Our live streaming web address has been updated. to access MCN Media, please go to https://www.mcn.live/Camera/saint-patricks-claudy on your web browser. to watch Mass on our Parish website there will no change everything remains the same. please note the first 2 seats in the centre aisle are visible on the webcam. St Patrick’s Church, Claudy is now monitored by CCTV cameras inside and outside the Church.
The Diocese of Derry Privacy Notice is displayed on the Parish Website and Church notice board
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