08/11/2026
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PARISH MASS AND PRAYER SCHEDULE ST MARY’S CHURCH, CLONMANY Monday —Thursday 9:30am Mass
Friday 7:30pm —Confessions from 7pm
Saturday 6:30pm V Mass —Confessions from 6pm
Sunday 11:30am Wednesday: Exposition of The Blessed Sacrament 2:30pm—3:30pm in the room behind the Sanctuary Fr John McDevit PP Tel 0749376273 or 085 8237119
Fr Karl Haan CC Tel 0749379107
Parish Office Tel 0749376114
clonmanyparish1@outlook.com www.clonmanyparish.com Today, the Church rejoices as we celebrate the Solemnity of All Saints.
We honour the countless men and women who now share in the glory of heaven.
The saints are living witnesses to the saving grace of our God.
Today, we are reminded that the saints inspire and urge us to seek their company in the heavenly kingdom.
Through their example, they show us that holiness is possible at every age and in all circumstances.
Therefore, we are called to strive towards the blessedness that God has promised to all of us who love Him faithfully.
This day reminds us that holiness is not reserved for a few extraordinary individuals; instead, it is a possibility for every soul called to live a life reflecting Christ’s love.
The feast invites us to meditate on the virtues of the saints and to seek their intercession, strengthening our own journey towards spiritual perfection.
The Church sees this day as an affirmation of the communion of saints, a mystical bond that unites all believers across time and space.
In celebrating this feast, we remember that our lives are intertwined with the legacy of faith, grace, and moral courage instilled by those who have gone before us.
Steps to Obtain a Plenary Indulgence for Souls in Purgatory – November 1 - 8 1. Pray at a cemetery - It doesn’t matter which cemetery, as long as you pray at one.
Some suggested prayers are the Prayer of St. Gertrude or the Eternal Rest prayer. 2. Devoutly visit a church or an oratory and recite an Our Father and the Creed .” 3. Go to Confession 4. Receive Holy Communion 5. Pray for the Pope The Church suggests praying one “Our Father” and one “Hail Mary” for the Holy Father.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord and let the perpetual light shine upon them.
May their souls, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
Amen. ST MICHAEL’S CHURCH, URRIS Monday: 7pm Mass in St Michael’s Church - All Souls Sunday: 10am Mass Friday: Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 3-6pm ORATORY OF THE ASSUMPTION, BALLYLIFFIN Tuesday: Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 7:30—8:30pm VOCATIONS We pray for the future priests of our diocese, the men who will preach the Good News of the Beatitudes (today's Gospel) - the happiness that comes from persevering in faith, and trusting in the goodness and mercy of Almighty God through the ups & downs of life VISITATION OF THE SICK Fr Haan will visit the sick and housebound in his care on Tuesday November 3 – starting after 9:30am Mass.
VOCATIONS SOCIETY OF ST JOSEPH Meeting in St Mary’s Hall on Tuesday November 3 at 6:30pm. TROCAIRE IS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS To help deliver school talks during our annual Lent Appeal during February and March 2027. We are particularly interested in hearing from people with public speaking experience, especially retired teachers or those who have worked with young people.
Volunteers will visit local schools during school hours to share stories of hope, justice and solidarity from communities around the world.
The role involves approximately 1-2 short talks per week during the four- month campaign period.
Full training, presentation materials and ongoing support will be provided.
Please contact Fionnuala McGuinness on 048 9080 8033 or fionnuala.mcguinness@trocaire.org by the first week of December if you are interested!
COLUMBAN YOUNG ADULTS The Columban Young Adults is a relatively new group for those aged 18 - 35 in the diocese, who are seeking a community of like-minded young adults who have Christ at the centre of their lives.
Our November event will be a Holy Hour and meditation on Thurs Nov 19 at 7pm at our Lady of Lourdes Church, Steelstown, Derry, delivered by recently retired Bishop Donal McKeown.
Meditation will be followed by Solemn Benediction and then refreshments.
We are seeking new members- please come along and bring a friend!
More info: columbanyoungadults@gmail.com or follow us on social media.
MENS ROSARY Will be recited in Moville on Saturday November 7 a t 1pm. SLIABH SNEACHT CENTRE NOTES Drumfries Walking Group will meet on Friday November 6 at Ballyliffin village car park at 10am - everyone welcome.
New 6-week block of Pulmonary Exercise’s starts on Monday November 2 at 10am. This class is suitable for anyone with breathing issue’s looking to improve fitness and mobility - phone 07493617 42 5-week group meditation class with Orla, starting Tuesday November 3 from 6:30-7:30pm. To book contact Orla 00447876387693. THOUGHT FOR THE DAY ‘Remember that nothing is small in the eyes of God, do all that you do with love. ’ Saint Thérèse of Lisieux CLONMANY SHAMROCKS NEWS Lotto Numbers on 22/10/2026 - 03,06,15,18 - No Jackpot winn er €20 Prizes went to: Brid McDaid, Gaddyduff; Elaine Grant, Annaugh; Danny McDaid, Gortfad.
Our next draw is on
Thursday 29/10/2026. Jackpot will be €15,000 . The deadline for physical Lotto envelopes for each week’s draw is each Wednesday 6pm. Lotto envelopes entered after this are entered into the following week's draw.
Online entries can still be entered up to 7pm on the day of the draw.
Online entries after this time are automatically entered into the following week's draw.
Online link to Club Profile on Klubfunder below: https://hub.klubfunder.com/Ticketsavailable for collection & return at: Centra & MacTams. Fixtures:
Sunday 1st Nov. 2026: Jackie Crossan Premier Div: Aileach Clonmany Shamrocks at 2pm Inishowen Eng. Div 2: Clonmany Resv QPS Youths at 11am Results:
Sunday 25th Oct Ulster Junior Cup: Clonmany Shamrocks v Kilmacrennan Celtic (Postponed) Inish Grass Shield: Dunree Res 1 Clonmany Res 6 MASS INTENTIONS THIS WEEK 10am Mass —Bridie Doherty, nee Devlin, Letter & Woverhampton. 11:30am Mass – Frances Doherty, Beltra, Isle of Doagh.
Bridget Doherty-Davis, Claggin; Willie Doherty, Cleagh & Hannah Doherty, Cleagh & Manchester.
MONDAY NOVEMBER 1 – FEAST OF ALL SOULS 9:30am Mass in St Mary’s Church 7pm Mass in St Michael’s Church SAINTS OF THE WEEK Monday: The Commemoration of All the Faithful Depart ed Tuesday: St Malachy, Bishop Wednesday: St Charles Borromeo, Bishop Thursday: St Martin de Porres Friday: All the Saints of Ireland - First Friday of the month Saturday: St Willibrord, Bishop SYMPATHY We offer sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Mary Ellen Coleman, Cloontagh and Rose Margaret Toland, Derry.
May they rest in peace. BAPTISM We welcome into Gods family through holy baptism Ka i Martin McDermott, The Cross, Clonmany.
COLLECTIONS Parish collection last weekend amounted to € 1,867. Annual Collection for Missions amounted to €1,105 . Thank you for your generosity to both collections.
ROSARY At the Grotto in St Mary’s Church, Clonmany on Wednesday evening at 8:30pm. All are welcome to join in as we pray for peace in the world.
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