A 6 week Coding workshop for 1^st yr to Leaving Cert. Students, with John Hannafin, LIT,  will commence  in the Arts Centre, on Saturday week 4^th March, 12 noon   to 1. 30  p.m. approx..  Donation of €5 per session required & bring your  laptop/tablet etc..   Book now as places are limited.

Adult /Teen Pottery workshop with Eileen Singleton on Sat. 4^th March, Arts Centre. 12 noon to 5 p.m. All material & light refreshment supplied . To book contact Eileen at 0879017148

A Beginner’s series of 4 workshops with Maura Barrett,  on  ` Finding  my Ancestors’ will commence  on Monday nights soon   in March.€ 48 for 4 weeks. Names now being taken at reception.

Make  a Basket in a Day workshop for Adults and Teens with Lynn Kirkham, on Sat.25^th March.  All materials & light refreshments supplied.  Book at Reception

The children’s Art/ craft workshop with Elke and Angela on Fridays and Saturdays are preparing for  the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. It is hoped that many of the children with their parents  will walk in the parade under the Arts Centre Banner which is being  painted by staff at the moment and is called Colour and Creativity.  Confirm attendance at Reception.

The Animation Workshop for Teenagers  last Saturday with Bobby &  Patricia, Animators  and Ali Assistant Animator  LIT, was full with  great cartoons done by all. It is hoped to have some of the finished animations on our  Facebook page shortly.

The  Exhibition `The Rough with the Smooth’ by 2 Ceramic Artists from LSAD and a Visual Artist from the Netherlands closed on Tuesday after a very successful run with lots of artwork sold.   Also on display  and for sale in the Arts Centre, are two models  of The Main Guard, Clonmel  and St. Paul’s Cathedral, London, by Chris Collins , Men’s Shed, Clonmel. These beautiful models took Chris over 1,000 hours to make and are a testament  to the creativity that is  alive and well  and flourishing in co. Tipperary.

Arts Centre Open Tuesday to Friday 10 to 5. P.m. and Sat. 10 to 2p.m.

info@southtippartscentre.ie

www.southtippartscentre.ie

Follow the South Tipperary Arts Centre on Facebook

Parish Newslink
Ss. Peter and Pauls, Clonmel
Sunday 5th March 2017
Canon Brendan Crowley: 61 26292
Fr. Michael Toomey 61 23239 Office:61 22138
Rev. Deacon Lazarus Gidolf 052 61 22138
parishsspeterandpaul@gmail.com
Parish Radio 107.9 FM

Remember Those Who Died Recently:
Margaret (Peg) McMickan (née Cleary) Athlone and formerly Coleville Rd, Clonmel.
Sheila Connolly (née Clancy) Morton St., and formerly Laganore, Clonmel.
John Brady, Spring Garden, Old Bridge.
J.P. (John) Kelly, Gortmalogue, Clonmel.
Bridget Hennebry (née Peters) Kilsheelan and formerly Clonmel.

Months Mind of:
Lena Carey, Mary Boland, Gwen Thomson,
Gus Nugent, Dick Lambe, Joan Meaney,
John Landers, Gary Brett, Annette Fitzsimmons,
Gerry Lonergan, Mark Doolan, George Nedzka.

Anniversaries of
Stephan and Anna Butler, Ellen and Humphrey Bermingham and deceased family members, Sarah Meaney, Eily and Arthur Coughlan , The Shaw Family, Edward and Elizabeth Bergin, Raymond O’Mahoney, May and Tom Tobin, Anne and Sam Hughes, Jack McCarthy, Eddie Gentles, Margaret O’Dwyer,  Eddie Phelan, Tom O’Flaherty, Tom Taylor.

Masses this Weekend
Ss. Peter & Paul’s Church
7.30 pm John McEvoy (Months Mind)
11.00am Seán and Phil Dunphy and
Pat and Ernie Hogan (Anniv)
12.30pm Mary and William Doyle, Knocklucas (A)
Church of the Resurrection
10am John Joe and Elsie Ryan, Fred and Mary Culkin and Hanna Sullivan (Anniv)

Masses Next Weekend
Ss. Peter & Paul’s Church
7.30 pm Alice Horan (Months Mind)
11.00am Dennis O’Sullivan (Anniv)
12.30pm David O’Meara (Anniv)
Church of the Resurrection
10am People of the Parish

Minsters 11th/12th March 2017
Ss Peter & Paul’s & Resurrection
Ministers of the Word: Team C

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Team 3 Altar Servers : St. Peter’s.

PARISH INFORMATION
Confessions: Every Sat from 12pm to 1 and 7pm to 7.30pm Ministry to the Sick/ Nursing Homes : Mass at Melview
Nursing Home Sacrament of anointing of the sick on request. Sacrament of Holy Communion every First Friday. Sacrament of Baptism: 5pm on the First Saturday of the month in Ss. Peter & Pauls, third Saturday in the Resurrection. Sacrament of Marriage: Consult with one of the Priests to secure a date. Church and State Require at least 3 months notice. Pre –Marriage Course: It is strongly recommended to partake in a Pre– marriage course organised by ACCORD (Catholic Marriage Advisory Council) for bookings and
information contact 052 6124144 .

Masses
Peter and Pauls: Vigil:7.30pm Sun:11am and 12.30pm. Weekly 1pm .
Church of Resurrection:Sunday:10.00am. Weekly 9.30am.

We Welcome to our Parish and the Christian Community:
Scott John O’Donnell-Peppard,
Keavy Rose Sutton and Shyla Skye Looby-Nugent
Congratulations to the Parents and God Parents

Donations: €100
CHURCH RENOVATIONS
We are most grateful to so many parishioners and visitors who have donated €424,791towards the renovation of our church which cost €875,000.
Donations: €100.
Balance to pay: €75,209.Thank You

World Day of Prayer – Old St Mary’s Church  The annual World Day of Prayer ecumenical service will take place on Friday March 3rd. in Old St Mary’s Church at 7.30pm. Parishes across the Clonmel area are participating. All are welcome.

St Pio Prayer Group meet on the 1st Monday of each month and will meet this Monday 6th March in St. Marys. Rosary at 6.30pm with Prayers & Mass for all petitions in the basket at 7pm.

Place4u
Would you like to join in our fun, quirky floral classes with an experienced flower arranger at Place4u, Morton Street? Learn creative ideas for flower arranging.€50 for 6 lessons. Limited places. No previous experience needed.
Classes from 10.15 to 12.15pm on Monday mornings starting 6th March 2017.

Table Quiz: Belle Voci choir are holding a fundraising general knowledge Table Quiz (plus raffle) in Liam Daly’s Pub on Thursday 9th March at 8.30pm. €€20 per table of 4. Your support would be appreciated.

Bingo: Every Sunday night there is Bingo in St. Mary’s Parish Hall. It has been running for well over thirty years and is one of the main fundraising events for St. Mary’s Parish. It is a chance to win some cash. It is also a great social gathering. Spread the word about our Bingo, tell your friends about it. All very welcome.

Weekly Envelopes
Parishioners: You should by now have received your box of Weekly Envelopes. If you have not received yours or if you wish to have a box of envelopes please contact the office or Canon Crowley or Fr. Toomey.
Distributors: Thank you for your continued help, your assistance is invaluable.
Canon Brendan Crowley and Fr. Michael Toomey

Do You Want to Advertise an upcoming event? Is there something that you feel would be of interest to the Community? Email in your piece to parishsspeteandpaul@gmail.com or ring 052 6122138 or call to the Parish Office. Deadline before 12pm on each Thursday.

Fashion Show in aid of Place4u
Showcasing the exclusive Brown Thomas collection
Hosted by RTE’s Miriam O’Callaghan. Music by Two & Half Tenors. Hotel Minella, Wed 5th April
Tickets €50 from Marian’s Bookshop, Buttermarket Café and Place4u 087 4407935.

Franciscan Friary Clonmel: Bible Study continues in the Friary Hall on Monday nights at 7.30pm with Fr. Tom Russell O.F.M. All welcome.

Active Retirement in Place4U
Next Meeting Thursday 16th March at 3pm. Raffle and Bingo.
New members welcome.

The Church of Ireland Monthly Whist Drive takes place on Friday 10th March in the Sisters of Charity Hall at 7.30 for 8pm. Good Cards, Good Prizes and a Good Cuppa. Come, enjoy and support us.

The Monthly Medugorje Mass will continue at Holy Family Mission, Glencomeragh, Kilsheelan on Thursday the 9th March at 8 pm with Rosary, Holy Mass and Prayers for Healing. All welcome

Trócaire an initiative of the Irish Church to help cater for needs in Third World Countries. Trócaire boxes are available in the Churches. Please take one home with you and place it in a prominent place in your home. Contribute whatever you can to it during Lent, and return to it to the Church during Holy Week.

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion:
Training and reflection Tuesday 28th March at 7.30pm in St. Oliver’s Parish Centre for Clonmel Pastoral area.

There’s something about it that makes sense, Lent. You give something up, and everything’s more joyful.
Elaine Stritch

‘The Faith Journey of the Deise
People’ with Mgr. Michael Olden March 7th & 14th 2017, 7:30 -9:00 pm , €5 including refreshments.
Lectio Divina: Reflections on the Sunday Gospels Every Wednesday night from 15th February to 26th April at 7.30pm. Cost €5. All take place at: St. John’s Pastoral Centre, John’s Hill Waterford

THE SIGN OF PEACE
At the recent Parish Council meeting, a discussion was held about the sign of peace at Mass.
In recent times, we have omitted the shaking of hands following on from a request from Bishops house and from some who were concerned about flu / colds etc. 
However, we have also received a number of complaints from people who see the sign of peace as a central part of the preparation of receiving Holy Communion – especially when family and friends are gathered beside us. Also at funerals, shaking of hands in sympathy in an integral part of the removal to show our concern and sympathy to family members.
The Parish Council suggested that when it comes to the sign of peace, that each person should show a sign of peace which each person is most comfortable. This could be a handshake, a small bow of the head, or raising ones hand and saying “peace be with you”. If people have a cold / flu, perhaps we could suggest they choose to the latter. After making contact with the HSE there are currently no warnings about handshaking or
contaminations at this time.
We will therefore ask at Mass to share with each other a sign of peace with which you are most comfortable. We hope this may accommodate as many as possible at this time, and the council will review this practice again after Easter and any comments are welcome to members of the Parish council for further discussion.  
‘Grow in Love’-

Communion Class 2017
The Family Mass for children making their first Holy Communion in the Parish takes place on this Sunday 5th March at 11am. We welcome the children, their families and teachers.
Next Saturday the 11th March we will have the final Mass for those making their Confirmation at the 7.30pm Mass here in Peter&Pauls.

NET TEAM VISITS CLONMEL 
Next weekend the 11th and 12th March the NET team who have been working hard with many of our young people in the diocese will be speaking at all Masses to inform all of us of the work they do. Their parish ministry has been a great opportunity to encounter lots of different people from the community. They have been speaking at multiple masses in different parishes to share their mission and meet the congregations. They have met and networked with different parish councils and will address all local parishes that week to share about what they are doing and present them with ideas of what they can do for youth in their parishes.  We look forward to welcoming the team here and wish the every success and blessing in their mission

 Masses this Weekend:

Saturday 4th March

10:00am                        

  6:15pm     Jack Bergin

                        Gerry Lonergan (Month’s Mind)

Sunday 5th March

10:30am     Lena Carey (Month’s Mind)

                        Mary Keating (Month’s Mind)

12:00noon Maura & Maurice Hoyne

                        Ray O’Mahoney

 ‘Do this in Memory’ – First Communion preparation: A meeting of the Parents steering co-ordination group will meet next Tuesday night in the Pastoral Centre at 7.30pm.

First Confession: The children of St Mary’s and Presentation Primary Schools will celebrate their first Confession/Reconciliation next Wednesday night at 7.30pm in St Mary’s Church.

Lent in our Parish:As well as usual scheduled Masses 7.45am and 10am there will be evening Mass on Monday , Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 7pm. 

Stations of the Cross and Benediction will be celebrated on Tuesday evenings at 7pm.

Morning Prayer will be prayed each day at 10am Mass.

Trocaire Boxes:  Trocaire Boxes have been distributed and are available at Church doors.  Trocaire is a great witness of the Irish Church’s response to the needs and care of the people on under developed countries.

Envelope Distributors: The Trocaire boxes/envelopes are now available from the Crying Room Office/Shop for all envelope distributors.

 St Mary’s Lourdes Pilgrimage 2017: This year’s Pilgrimage takes place on 4th –10th August.  Cost is €745pps.  Costs includes return coach fare to Cork Airport, flights, city tax and accommodation.  Anyone who would like to book a place, please see Jim Connolly after the 6.15pm Vigil on Saturday at the Crying Room at the back of the Church.

Welcome: We welcome into the Christian Faith Community of St Mary’s, Zoe Caoimhe Masey who was christened last week.  We congratulate her parents Alan and Elaine. We also welcome Arthur Joshua Quigley.  We congratulate his parents, Paul and Sandra.  Welcome also to Tom Moore.  We congratulate his parents, Clive and Bridget.  And congratulations to all the godparents, grandparents and extended families. 

Bingo: Every Sunday night there is Bingo in our Parish Hall.  It has been running for well overt thirty years and is one of the main fundraising events in our Parish.  It is a chance to win some cash.  It is also a great social gathering.  It’s future depends on your support.  We thank you for your great support down through the years.  We thank the very loyal and committed group of volunteers who run the Bingo every Sunday evening.  Spread the word about our Bingo, tell your friends about it.  All very welcome.

The Men’s Shed’s from around Tipperary are displaying their artwork in the Gallery, the  Arts Centre, Nelson St., Clonmel from Friday to the end of March.  Well worth a visit. The Teenagers Coder Dojo workshops  went off to a flying start on Saturday with John Hannafin LIT assisted by Calvin LIT. There are just 4 places left on this course which takes place every Saturday for the next 4 weeks in the Arts Centre Studio from 12 to 1. 30 p.m. Book in at Reception  0526127877  info@southtippartscentre.ie for all details. Elke and Angela’s children’s Art and Craft Classes are working very hard on Friday’s and Saturdays  to get their artwork ready for St. Patrick’s Day where the Arts Centre will have a float. The staff are also very busy getting the flags and banner ready for the float. Arts Centre volunteers and class participants are asked to help with  the Artwork  and to walk in the parade , incognito if they wish, as we will have masks made for everyone for the occasion!

All Adult classes are now full. A waiting list is in operation  Names are now being taken for  a Basket making workshop  end of March and a jewellery workshop in April. Craft and Textile workshops are  available  in the Arts Centre for Community Groups and Primary and  2^nd level schools. Contact the Reception.

info@southtippartscentre.ie

www.southtippartscentre.ie

Follow the South Tipperary Arts Centre on Facebook

St. Marys Choral Society Clonmel will hold a Table Quiz on the 23rd of March from 9pm – 11pm at Liam Daly’s O’Connell Street, Clonmel.

Table of 4 €20.

Please support and have the craic too!

Thank you!

Parish Newslink
Ss. Peter and Pauls, Clonmel
Sunday 12th March 2017
Canon Brendan Crowley: 61 26292
Fr. Michael Toomey 61 23239 Office:61 22138
Rev. Deacon Lazarus Gidolf 052 61 22138
parishsspeterandpaul@gmail.com
Parish Radio 107.9 FM

Remember Those Who Died Recently:
May Maxwell (née Leo) Davis Tce., Clonmel.
Edward ‘Tucker’ Power, Old Bridge, Clonmel.
John Prendergast, Clerihan, Clonmel.

Months Mind of:
Betty Corcoran, Peggy O’ Dwyer , Laishea Toomey, Paddy Mackey, Sarah Walsh, Mary Keating, Tony Byrne.

Anniversaries of
Helen Cullinan (3rd Anniv),
Noreen Healy (2nd Anniv), Michael Smith,
Dennis O’Sullivan, David O’Meara,
Michael Doyle, Margaret Cahill, Chrissie Lonergan and Family, John, Ted and Alice O’Shea,
Vinny Maunsell, Alice Cashin.

Masses this Weekend
Ss. Peter & Paul’s Church
7.30 pm Alice Horan (Months Mind)
11.00am Dennis O’Sullivan (Anniv)
12.30pm David O’Meara (Anniv)
Church of the Resurrection
10am People of the Parish

Masses Next Weekend
Ss. Peter & Paul’s Church
7.30 pm James Meaney (Months Mind)
11.00am People of the Parish
12.30pm Paddy Kavanagh (Anniv)
Church of the Resurrection
10am James O’Reilly (Anniv)

Minsters 18th/19th March 2017
Ss Peter & Paul’s & Resurrection
Ministers of the Word: Team A
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Team 1 Altar Servers : St. Paul’s.

PARISH INFORMATION
Confessions: Every Sat from 12pm to 1 and 7pm to 7.30pm Ministry to the Sick/ Nursing Homes : Mass at Melview Nursing Home Sacrament of anointing of the sick on request. Sacrament of Holy Communion every First Friday. Sacrament of Baptism: 5pm on the First Saturday of the month in Ss. Peter & Pauls, third Saturday in the Resurrection. Sacrament of Marriage: Consult with one of the Priests to secure a date. Church and State Require at least 3 months notice. Pre –Marriage Course: It is strongly recommended to partake in a Pre– marriage course organised by ACCORD (Catholic Marriage Advisory Council) for bookings and information contact 052 6124144.

Masses Peter and Pauls: Vigil:7.30pm Sun:11am and 12.30pm. Weekly 1pm . Church of Resurrection:Sunday:10.00am. Weekly 9.30am.

CHURCH RENOVATIONS
We are most grateful to so many parishioners and visitors who have donated €426,841 towards the renovation of our church which cost €875,000.
Donations: €2,000, €50.
Balance to pay: €73,159.
Thank You

Is there something that you feel would be of interest to the Community? Email in your piece to parishsspeteandpaul@gmail.com or ring 052 6122138 or call to the Parish Office.
Deadline before 12pm on each Thursday.

Bingo:
Every Sunday night there is Bingo in St. Mary’s Parish Hall. It has been running for well over thirty years and is one of the main fundraising events for St. Mary’s Parish. It is a chance to win some cash. It is also a great social gathering. Spread the word about our Bingo, tell your friends about it. All very welcome.

Fundraising Social Dance in aid of The Alzheimer Society of Ireland & South Tipperary Hospice Movement in the Mick McCarthy Millennium Centre Monroe.
Saturday 25th March. Dancing from 9pm until 12pm.
Admission:€8. 2 for €15

Lectio Divina:
Reflections on the Sunday Gospels Every Wednesday night from 15th February to 26th April at 7.30pm. Cost €5. St. John’s Pastoral Centre, John’s Hill Waterford.

The Readings of Holy Week:
Facilitator Fr. Michael Mullins DD. Thursday 23rd and 30th March at 7.30pm. Cost €5 including light refreshments.St. John’s Pastoral Centre, John’s Hill Waterford

Fashion Show in aid of Place4u
Showcasing the exclusive Brown Thomas collection
Hosted by RTE’s Miriam O’Callaghan.. Music by Two & Half Tenors. Hotel Minella, Wed 5th April
Tickets €50 from Marian’s Bookshop, Buttermarket Café and Place4u 087 4407935.

Clonacody House: hosts a Traditional Irish Ballard Night with Derek & Deidre Ryan together with Mary
Rose McNally on Saturday 18th March commencing at 8pm. Tickets €25 each. Complimentary glass of wine and some light refreshments. Contact Helen and Michael on 0871689167 or email:helen@clonacodyhouse.com.

Active Retirement in Place4U:
Next Meeting Thursday 30th March at 3pm. New members welcome.

Trócaire an initiative of the Irish Church to help cater for needs in Third World Countries. Trócaire boxes are available in the Churches. Please take one home with you and place it in a prominent place in your home. Contribute whatever you can to it during Lent, and return to it to the Church during Holy Week.

PARISH COUNCIL MEMBERS Members of the parish council in the Clonmel area are invited to attend a gathering and presentation with the NET Team ministers this Tuesday – 14 March at 7.30pm in the Church of the Resurrection Hall. All members are welcome to attend.

Volunteer in Africa: Humanitarian Volunteers are looking for volunteers to travel to Kenya on 15 June 2017. The volunteers will work on a humanitarian project for 2 weeks. No experience required and no age restrictions. Support and supervision provided.
Volunteers will pay their own costs. If you can assist teaching English, or assist with sports, games, arts, crafts or more, then you can make a real impact on the lives of the poorest and those without hope. Contact Denis on 086 8520271 for more info.

Anam Cara: The organisation that supports bereaved parents, is holding its next monthly Parent Evening on Monday 20th March from 7.30pm to 9pm in the Horse & Jockey Hotel, Thurles. This event is open to all bereaved parents regardless of the age your child died, the circumstances of their death.

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion:
Training and reflection Tuesday 28th March at 7.30pm in St. Oliver’s Parish Centre for Clonmel Pastoral area

The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today.
H. Jackson Brown, Jr.

This Saturday the 11th March we have the final Mass for those making their Confirmation at the 7.30pm Mass here in Peter&Pauls. We welcome the students, teachers and their families.

NET TEAM VISITS CLONMEL
This weekend the 11th and 12th March the NET team who have been working hard with many of our young people in the diocese will be speaking at all Masses to inform all of us of the work they do. Their parish ministry has been a great opportunity to encounter lots of different people from the community. They have been speaking at multiple masses in different parishes to share their mission and meet the congregations. They have met and networked with different parish councils and will address all local parishes that week to share about what they are doing and present them with ideas of what they can do for youth in their parishes. We look forward to welcoming the team here and wish the every success and blessing in their mission.
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Dear friends, Lent is the favourable season for renewing our encounter with Christ, living in his word, in the sacraments and in our neighbour. The Lord, who overcame the deceptions of the Tempter during the forty days in the desert, shows us the path we must take. May the Holy Spirit lead us on a true journey of conversion, so that we can rediscover the gift of God’s word, be purified of the sin that blinds us, and serve Christ present in our brothers and sisters in need. I encourage all the faithful to express this spiritual renewal also by sharing in the Lenten Campaigns promoted by many Church organizations in different parts of the world, and thus to favour the culture of encounter in our one human family. Let us pray for one another so that, by sharing in the victory of Christ, we may open our doors to the weak and poor. Then we will be able to experience and share to the full the joy of Easter. Pope Francis

Statue of Our Lady Of Fatima
A statue of Our Lady of Fatima, blessed by Pope Francis, has begun a tour of Ireland. In a celebration of 100 years since the Virgin Mary appeared to three children in the Portugese village, the three-foot-high statue started its journey in Armagh. A series of services will take place across Ireland to mark the jubilee year of the apparitions. Pope Francis blessed six statues to be brought around the world to appeal for prayer and reparation for peace and to promote the sanctity of family life. It was brought to Ireland from Rome by the Alliance of the Holy Family International with the Alliance of the Two Hearts Ireland. Members of the public will be able to pray before the pilgrim statue in each of the churches it visits.

In the Diocese of Waterford and Lismore, the schedule is as follows:
Tuesday 28th March
12.30pm to 1pm Ardmore Church
1.30pm to 2.45pm Dungarvan Church
3.30pm to 4.20pm Tramore Church
5pm Arrival at Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity for Mass at 5.30pm. (Celebrant: Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan)
7pm Departing Cathedral 8pm Arrival to Holy Family Mission, House of Prayer, Glencomeragh for overnight vigil.
Wednesday 29th March
7am Departing Glencomeragh
7.30am Arrival at St. Mary’s Church, Clonmel for Mass at 7.45am
8.45am Departs Clonmel for Mitchelstown

Next Friday is St. Patricks Day and is a Holy Day of Obligation.
Masses are as on a Sunday.
Resurrection: 10.00am
SS Peter and Pauls:
Vigil Mass: 7.30pm
11.00am and 12.30pm

Masses this Weekend:

Saturday 11th March

10:00am                                

  6:15pm         Ber Dargan

                        Jimmy Duggan, Garrantemple

Sunday 12th March

10:30am         Jack & Maggie Lonergan

12:00noon     Elizabeth Ahearne (1st Anniv)

                        Tommy & Mary Carey

Adoration Apostolate: On Tuesdays—Adoration day in the Parish, people come before the Lord with different emotions.  Some find it a joy, to take a few moments away from the busy world, to reflect and spend some time with Jesus’ presence; and gain the strength to cope with what life can throw at us.

Lent in our Parish:

As well as usual scheduled Masses 7.45am and 10am there will be evening Mass on Monday , Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 7pm. 

Stations of the Cross and Benediction will be celebrated on Tuesday evenings at 7pm.

Morning Prayer will be prayed each day at 10am Mass.

Mindfulness Course:  A free mindfulness course will be starting Sunday 12th at 7pm to 8pm in St Mary’s Pastoral Centre.  All are welcome.  For further info contact Sangeeta Molloy on 086 8051061. This course will run several night a week.

Confirmation Class 2017:  We congratulate the young boys and girls from St Marys CBS Primary, Gaelscoil and Presentation Primary who last Sunday celebrated their enrolment as candidates for the Sacrament of Confirmation to be celebrated in our Parish on 5th May.  Confirmation is a Parish celebration—an opening of our lives to the Holy Spirit.  As the young boys and girls prepare for the Sacrament on May 5th, let us as a Parish, the community of Faith in St Marys encourage them by our commitment and prayers

Welcome: We welcome into the Christian Faith Community of St Mary’s, Warren Forde who was christened last week.  We congratulate his mother, Candice, godparents, grandparents and extended family. 

Parish Newslink
Ss. Peter and Pauls, Clonmel
Sunday 19th March 2017
Canon Brendan Crowley: 61 26292
Fr. Michael Toomey 61 23239 Office:61 22138
Rev. Deacon Lazarus Gidolf 052 61 22138
parishsspeterandpaul@gmail.com
Parish Radio 107.9 FM

Remember Those Who Died Recently:
Nuala Purves (née) Quirke, Melbourne,Australia and formerly Clonmel.
Margaret O’Callaghan (née Lonergan) Portlaoise and formerly Clonmel.

Months Mind of:
Tom Cusack, June Daniels, James Meaney,
Betty Kennedy, Sheila Connolly Alice Cashin.

Anniversaries of
Gabrielle Lee, James O’Reilly, Paddy Kavanagh,
Paddy and Kathleen Cahill, Pascal Dougan,
Elizabeth and James Norris, Seamie Gregory,
Liam Fennessy, Thomas and Margaret Key,
Billy and Angela Roche, Molly Dunne,
Philip (Gerry) Hickey, David, Ellen and Davy Clancy.

Special Intention:
Vincent Purcell

Masses this Weekend
Ss. Peter & Paul’s Church
7.30 pm James Meaney (Months Mind)
11.00am People of the Parish
12.30pm Paddy Kavanagh (Anniv)
Church of the Resurrection
10am James O’Reilly (Anniv)

Masses Next Weekend
Ss. Peter & Paul’s Church
7.30 pm Joan Meaney (Months Mind)
11.00am Terence and Margaret McSweeney (A)
12.30pm Willian (Sally) O’Regan (Anniv)
Church of the Resurrection
10am People of the Parish

Minsters 25th/26th March 2017
Ss Peter & Paul’s & Resurrection
Ministers of the Word: Team B
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Team 2 Altar Servers : St. Peter’s.

PARISH INFORMATION
Confessions: Every Sat from 12pm to 1 and 7pm to 7.30pm Ministry to the Sick/ Nursing Homes : Mass at Melview Nursing Home Sacrament of anointing of the sick on request. Sacrament of Holy Communion every First Friday. Sacrament of Baptism: 5pm on the First Saturday of the month in Ss. Peter & Pauls, third
Saturday in the Resurrection. Sacrament of Marriage:
Consult with one of the Priests to secure a date. Church and State Require at least 3 months notice. Pre –Marriage Course: It is strongly recommended to partake in a Pre– marriage course organised by ACCORD (Catholic Marriage Advisory Council) for bookings and information contact 052 6124144.
Masses Peter and Pauls: Vigil:7.30pm Sun:11am and 12.30pm. Weekly 1pm .
Church of Resurrection:Sunday:10.00am. Weekly 9.30am.

CHURCH RENOVATIONS
Donations: €650
We are most grateful to so many parishioners and visitors who have donated €427,491 towards the renovation of our church which cost €875,000.
Donations: €300, €250, €50, €25, €20, €5.
Balance to pay: €72,509.
Payment of Loan from Offertory Collection: €2,509
Balance to Pay: €70,000. Thank You

Clonmel Widows Association:
The next meeting of Clonmel Widows Association takes place in the Friary Hall on Tuesday 21st March from 3pm to 5pm. Raffle, Bingo, Teas.
New Members Welcome.

Fashion Show in aid of Place4u
Showcasing the exclusive Brown Thomas collection
Hosted by RTE’s Miriam O’Callaghan.
Music by Two & Half Tenors. Hotel Minella, Wed 5th April
Tickets €50 from Marian’s Bookshop, Buttermarket Café and Place4u 087 4407935.

Cancer Care Support Centre:
We aim to provide a warm, safe and confidential environment for people with cancer and their families.
Open Mon– Fri 10.00 a.m. – 2.00pm p.m. at 14 Wellington Street, Clonmel.

Active Retirement in Place4U.
Next Meeting Thursday 30th March at 3pm. New members welcome.

Volunteer in Africa:
Humanitarian Volunteers are looking for volunteers to travel to Kenya on 15 June 2017. The volunteers will work on a humanitarian project for 2 weeks. No experience required and no age restrictions. Support and supervision provided. Contact Denis on 086 8520271 for more info.

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion:
Training and reflection Tuesday 28th March at 7.30pm in St. Oliver’s Parish Centre for Clonmel Pastoral area.

‘South Tipperary 1913-1921” Some thoughts on the Volunteers/IRA in South Tipperary 1913-1921′ ,the final talk in the present Tipperary County Council Libraries lecture series takes place in The Source, Thurles on Tuesday 21st March at 7.30pm. The speaker Dr Denis G. Marnane has been writing a history of the Volunteers in South Tipperary, including the 3rd Brigade IRA.  All are welcome. For further details, contact (0504) 29278, www.tipperarystudies.ie

Fundraising Social Dance in aid of The Alzheimer Society of Ireland & South Tipperary Hospice Movement in the Mick McCarthy Millennium Centre Monroe. Saturday 25th March. Dancing from 9pm until 12pm. Admission:€8. 2 for €15

Parish Pastoral Council:
Next Meeting Monday 27th March at 7.30pm , 22 Gladstone Street.

Trócaire an initiative of the Irish Church to help cater for needs in Third World Countries. Trócaire boxes are available in the Churches.

‘You don’t choose your family. They are God’s gift to you, as you are to them. ‘
Desmond Tutu

Prayer Intentions at the Tomb of Padre Pio:
The parish pilgrimage to San Giovanni takes place in a few weeks’ time. A number of parishioners will be going to the Tomb of Padre Pio and Masses will be offered for all your intentions.
If you wish to have your own intentions included at the Mass at the Tomb of Padre Pio, there are prayer petition sheets available in the church porches and can be left in the box by Our Lady’s Altar in both churches. (Please do NOT put any money with these petitions)
Please have these completed by Thursday 30th March 2017.

There will be no 1pm Mass on Friday 24th March due to Confirmation taking place.

Mass for Prayer Groups
There will be a Mass especially for all prayer groups in the diocese on Monday 27th March in the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity, Waterford at 5.30pm. All Prayer Groups Welcome.

We Welcome to our Parish and the Christian Community:
Lucy Faith Blake-Fennessy, Congratulations to the Parents and God Parents

Cracked
‘Ring the bells that still can ring. Forget your perfect offering.
There is a crack in everything … that’s how the light gets in.’ Leonard Cohen
No one is perfect. This might seem like the most obvious statement in the world, but it’s important to remember. We live in a time when people’s thoughts and actions are more widely recorded and open to scrutiny than ever before. A small mistake can cost someone their reputation or livelihood. An opinion expressed, particularly online, can invite a world of insults. It appears to be easier than ever to take the moral high ground, and to dismiss a person entirely based on one thing we know about them.
This is not the way Jesus treated people, and it is not how he sees us. The Samaritan woman Jesus meets is all too aware of what the Jews think of her. She is nervous when approached by Jesus at the well. But he sees beyond the label to the person, the woman with a life story and a context of her own. He engages her in intellectual conversation, listens to her, and wins her over.
Jesus could tell the woman everything about her life, and he knows each one of us just as intimately. He knows our past and our faults, our ‘cracks’. That is why he is able to speak to us, if we resolve to try and listen. It is also an important lesson in how we should treat others.
Tríona Doherty

Lectio Divina:
Reflections on the Sunday Gospels Every Wednesday night from 15th February to 26th April at 7.30pm. Cost €5.
The Readings of Holy Week: Facilitator Fr. Michael Mullins DD. Thursday 23rd and 30th March at 7.30pm. Cost €5 including light refreshments.St. John’s Pastoral Centre, John’s Hill Waterford.

Masses this Weekend:

Saturday 18th March

10:00am         Brigid Ginnivan & Family

                        Peggy Gaine (nee Hickey) & Maureen Mulcahy (Shared)        

  6:15pm         Davy Smyth

                        Carmel Foran (Shared)

Sunday 19th March

10:30am         Mary & Tom Moloney

                        Sheila Fitzpatrick (Shared)

12:00noon     Michael Delahunty

                        Special Intention (Shared)

Adoration Apostolate: On Tuesdays—Adoration day in the Parish, people come before the Lord with different emotions.  Some find it a joy, to take a few moments away from the busy world, to reflect and spend some time with Jesus’ presence; and gain the strength to cope with what life can throw at us.

Sanctuary Candle: Each week two candles are lit at either side of the Tabernacle for the intentions of the donors.  Anyone wishing to contribute or who would like to have a candle lighting for the week, contact Phylis Brett, Sacristy or Parish Office.

2nd Collection on St Patrick’s Day : will be taken up for Emigrants.

Mass for Prayer Groups:  There will be a Mass on Monday 27th March in the Cathedral in Waterford at 5.30pm.  This Mass is especially for all prayer groups in the Diocese.

Eucharistic Ministers Meeting:  Training and reflection for all current and new Ministers for the Eucharist takes place on Tuesday night 28th March in St Oliver’s Parish Centre at 7.30pm.  All are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Lent in our Parish:

As well as usual scheduled Masses 7.45am and 10am there will be evening Mass on Monday , Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 7pm. 

Stations of the Cross and Benediction will be celebrated on Tuesday evenings at 7pm.

Morning Prayer will be prayed each day at 10am Mass.

Bingo: Every Sunday night there is Bingo in our Parish Hall.  It has been running for well over thirty years and is one of the main fundraising events in our Parish.  It is a chance to win some cash.  It is also a great social gathering.  It’s future depends on your support.  We thank you for your great support down through the years.  We thank the very loyal and committed group of volunteers who run the Bingo every Sunday evening.  Spread the word about our Bingo, tell your friends about it.  All very welcome.

Welcome: We welcome into the Christian Faith Community of St Mary’s, Kellyanne Catherine Conran who was christened last week.  We congratulate her parents Colm and LIzanne, godparents, grandparents and extended family. 

First Penance:  Congratulations to the boys and girls from the Gaelscoil who celebrated their first Penance last Wednesday night. 

A new Exhibition  called ‘Perspectives in Transparency’ by the ‘Making Connections ‘ Group from The Wilderness Community Centre, Clonmel  is on display for the next 2 weeks in the Arts Centre  Gallery, Nelson St., Clonmel. Also on display are models and Art work by the Men’s Shed Clonme. Admission Free. The Launch of the Exhibition with a reception will take place on Tuesday 28^th March at 2 p.m. All are welcome.

’ Find my Ancestors ‘,  A new workshop for Beginners and Improvers , will take place in the Studio on Monday nights from Monday 27^th for a 4 week module from 7. 30 p.m. to 9. 30 p.m. €48. Names are now being taken for  the workshop ‘Make a Basket in a Day’ which will take place shortly. All other Art, Craft & Coder Dojo  Classes  are now full. Contact the Reception at 0526127877 for any details

Congrats to the children, parents, tutors and volunteers who made the Arts Centre’s presence in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade such a great success.

info@southtippartscentre.ie

www.southtippartscentre.ie

0526127877

Parish Newslink
Ss. Peter and Pauls, Clonmel
Sunday 26th March 2017
Canon Brendan Crowley: 61 26292
Fr. Michael Toomey 61 23239 Office:61 22138
Rev. Deacon Lazarus Gidolf 052 61 22138
parishsspeterandpaul@gmail.com
Parish Radio 107.9 FM

Remember Those Who Died Recently:
Mairéad Cahill, Ardfinnan and formerly Clonmel.
Lina Sabockiene, Abbey Street, Clonmel.
Tom Pollard, Barkley Drive, Clonmel.
Kathleen O’Donnell (née Brett) Bianconi Drive,
Clonmel and formerly Clonoulty.
Michael Cronin, Wilderness Grove, Clonmel.
Michael Clinton., Glenaleamy,Silversprings, Clonmel.
Catherine Fennessy (née Kerwick) Newcastle and formerly Ballynonty,Thurles.
Bridget (Bonny) Whyte (née Anglim) Willow Park, Clonmel and formerly Drangan.
Alix Kilkelly-Todd, England and formerly
Ard na Greine, Clonmel.

Months Mind of:
Matt Whelan, Edmond Phelan, Paddy Corbett, Joan Meaney.

Anniversaries of
Eileen Sparrow , Terence and Margaret McSweeney, William (Sally) O’ Regan, Larry Walsh, Marian Karpeta, Pat and Patricia Arnold, Joseph Burke, Owen Cooney, Jeremiah and Winnifred Twomey, Eamonn O’Donovan and his daughter Teresa Byrne, Mick and Janie Carroll, Mary Cummins and daughter Kathleen McKell.

Special Intention: John O’Brien

Masses this Weekend
Ss. Peter & Paul’s Church
7.30 pm Joan Meaney (Months Mind)
11.00am Terence and Margaret McSweeney (A)
12.30pm Willian (Sally) O’Regan (Anniv)
Church of the Resurrection
10am People of the Parish

Masses Next Weekend
Ss. Peter & Paul’s Church
7.30 pm Richie Lambe (Months Mind)
11.00am People of Parish
12.30pm Eddie Wynne (Anniv)
Church of the Resurrection
10am Bill and Mary Gibbs (Anniv)

Minsters 1st/2nd April 2017
Ss Peter & Paul’s & Resurrection
Ministers of the Word: Team C
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Team 3 Altar Servers : St. Paul’s.

PARISH INFORMATION
Confessions: Every Sat from 12pm to 1 and 7pm to 7.30pm Ministry to the Sick/ Nursing Homes : Mass at Melview
Nursing Home Sacrament of anointing of the sick on request. Sacrament of Holy Communion every First Friday. Sacrament of Baptism: 5pm on the First Saturday of the month in Ss. Peter & Pauls, third Saturday in the Resurrection. Sacrament of Marriage:
Consult with one of the Priests to secure a date. Church and State Require at least 3 months notice. Pre –Marriage Course: It is strongly recommended to partake in a Pre– marriage course organised by ACCORD (Catholic Marriage Advisory Council) for bookings and information contact 052 6124144 .
Masses Peter and Pauls: Vigil:7.30pm Sun:11am and 12.30pm. Weekly 1pm .
Church of Resurrection:Sunday:10.00am. Weekly 9.30am.

Last Weeks Collections
Donations: €100
CHURCH RENOVATIONS
We are most grateful to so many parishioners and visitors who have donated €430,100 towards the renovation of our church which cost €875,000.
Donations: €50, €30, €20.
Balance to Pay: €69,900. Thank You

Fashion Show in aid of Place4u:
Showcasing the exclusive Brown Thomas collection
Hosted by RTE’s Miriam O’Callaghan.. Music by Two & Half Tenors. Hotel Minella, Wed 5th April
Tickets €50 from Marian’s Bookshop, Buttermarket Café and Place4u 087 4407935.

Cancer Care Support Centre:
We aim to provide a warm, safe and confidential environment for people with cancer and their families.  Open Mon– Fri 10.00 a.m. – 2.00pm p.m. at 14 Wellington Street, Clonmel.

Statue of Our Lady of Fatima:
Due to Time Restrictions the Statue of Our Lady of Fatima will not now come to St. Mary’s Church Irishtown. If you wish to visit the statue it arrives at 5pm  Arrival at Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity for Mass at 5.30pm (Celebrant: Bishop Cullinan) 7pm   Departs Cathedral at 8pm and Arrival to Holy Family Mission, Glencomeragh for overnight vigil.

Presentation Secondary School are collecting teddy bears to send to refugee children being rescued by the Le Róisín. Please donate any teddy bears, which do not have to be new but must be washed and in good condition. All donations can be left in St Marys Church and will be collected on the 2nd of April. Thank You.

Pioneers:
South Tipperary Regional Council PTAA are holding their annual retreat on Palm Sunday, 9th April at the Presentation Convent Chapel from 2 to 6pm.

Volunteer in Africa: Humanitarian Volunteers are looking for volunteers to travel to Kenya on 15 June 2017. The volunteers will work on a humanitarian project Contact Denis on 086 8520271 for more info.

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion:
Training and reflection Tuesday 28th March at 7.30pm in St. Oliver’s Parish Centre for Clonmel Pastoral area.

Parish Pastoral Council:
Next Meeting Monday 27th March at 7.30pm , 22 Gladstone Street.

Trócaire
an initiative of the Irish Church to help cater for needs in Third World Countries. Trócaire boxes are available in the Churches.

Clonmel & District Wheelchair Society
are holding a meeting to discuss future fundraising ideas and events on Thursday March 30th. at 8.00pm in the Function room, Moynihan’s Bar, Clonmel. All are Welcome.

Holy Family Mission,
Glencomeragh House, wish to invite you to their first official Family Day starting on Sunday March 26th (and continuing monthly after this).  The day will include Mass, prayer, music, talks for parents and led activities for children of all ages. The day will take place in Glencomeragh House, Kilsheelan, Co. Tipp and lunch will be provided.  All are welcome!  For more info please contact Holy Family Mission on 613 3181 or email info@holyfamilymission.net

‘Godspell’
St. Mary’s C.B.S. are performing a musical “Godspell” in St. Mary’s Church on 6th and 7th April at 8.00p.m. Admission €10 for Adults and €5 for children.

Whist The Bridge Centre,
this Sunday the 26th March 2.30pm. All are welcome.

Active Retirement in Place4U:
Next Meeting Thursday 30th March at 2.30pm. Tai Chi at 3pm.

Prayer Intentions at the Tomb of Padre Pio
The parish pilgrimage to San Giovanni leaves on Saturday 1st April. If you wish to have your own intentions included at the Mass at the Tomb there are prayer petition sheets available in the churches. Petitions can be left in the box by Our Lady’s Altar in both churches.
(Please do NOT put any money with these petitions) 
Please have these completed by Thursday 30th March 2017. 

Mass for Prayer Groups
There will be a Mass especially for all prayer groups in the diocese on Monday 27th March in the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity, Waterford at 5.30pm. All Prayer Groups Welcome.

Lectio Divina: Reflections on the Sunday Gospels Every Wednesday night from 15th February to 26th April at 7.30pm. Cost €5.

The Readings of Holy Week:
Facilitator Fr. Michael Mullins DD. Thursday 23rd and 30th March at 7.30pm. Cost €5 including light refreshments.St. John’s Pastoral Centre, John’s Hill Waterford

Waterford and Lismore Pilgrimage to Krakow
18th to 24th September 6 nights Half Board in Hotel Centrum. Cost from €695 per person, includes Flights and Hotel accommodation. Deposit €250 before 31st March. Full Day Tours including visits to Divine Mercy Shrine, Our Lady Queen of Poland and St. John Paul’s Home.
Enquiries to: Harvey Travel 051 872048
Cathedral Parish Office: 051 875166.

St. Peter and Pauls Church Choir
Looking for New Members, Ladies and Gents. The only requirement is to be able to sing. We sing at the 11am Mass every Sunday (We take holidays for July and August). We practice in the Church Gallery every Wed at 8pm. Just turn up and join in, you will be most welcome. Any queries to the Church Office on 61 22138.

Confirmation 2017
Congratulations to all the Children who made their Confirmation in SS Peter and Pauls on Friday. As usual it was a lovely ceremony and the children and their teachers and families should be very proud. Our thanks to the teachers who had the children so well prepared and our sincere thanks to Bishop Cullinan for performing the ceremony.

Prayer for our Confirmation Children
Creator Spirit strengthen these children with your gifts of grace, to love and serve as Disciples of Christ. Grant that they may grow into the fullness of the stature of Christ. Fill them with the joy of your presence. Increase in them the fruit of your Spirit: the spirit of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of love, patience and gentleness, the spirit of wonder and true holiness. Amen

Distributors
Envelopes for the Annual Easter Collection are available for collection in the Parish Shop from this Monday 27th March. We thank you for your continued and vital contribution to the Parish.

Holy Ghost Missionary
On Saturday /Sunday the 1st/2nd April we will have Fr. Noel O’Meara from the Holy Ghost Missionary speaking at all Masses about his work and experiences on the Missions.

‘Grow in Love’
This Sunday at the 11am Mass we have the Children who are making their 1st Holy Communion participating in our Mass. We welcome them and their families and teachers.

Don’t forget that SUMMERTIME Officially begins at 1 am on this Saturday night/Sunday morning and clocks go forward by 1 hour.

Of all the rights of women, the greatest is to be a mother.
Lin Yutang

Happy Mothers Day!

Loving God,
we thank you for mothers for all they mean or have meant, for the love they have shown and the care they have given.
We thank you for the qualities of mothers their patience, their kindness, concern and understanding.
We thank you for the part they play in our lives, and we thank you for this day of saying ‘thank you ‘this opportunity to say what we so often mean to say but so rarely do.
For mothers and motherhood,
for children and families we bring you this day our grateful praise.
Amen

 Masses this Weekend:

Saturday 25th March

10:00am         Anna, Tommy & Eddie Farrell       

  6:15pm         Sean Mulcahy

                        Catherine (Kitty) Purcell,

                        Peter Purcell & Petey Purcell Jnr

Sunday 26th March

10:30am         Tom & Nora Fitzpatrick

12:00noon     John & Kitty Green

                        Bridie O’Neill (nee Green)

St Mary’s CBS: are performing a musical “Godspell” in St Mary’s Church on 6th and 7th April at 8pm.  All welcome.

Wedding Bells:  Congratulations to Denis Barry, Ardfert, Co. Kerry and Emma Jane Morrissey, Marlfield Road who were married in Marlfield last Friday.  We wish the young couple many years of married happiness and togetherness.

We Need Your Help –Refugee Crisis:  Presentation Secondary School are collecting teddy bears to send to refugee children being rescued by the LE Róisín.   Please donate any teddy bears, which do not have to be new but must be washed and in good condition.  All donations can be left in the Church and will be collected on the 2nd of April.  Thank You. 

Sanctuary Candle: Each week two candles are lit at either side of the Tabernacle for the intentions of the donors.  Anyone wishing to contribute or who would like to have a candle lighting for the week, contact Phylis Brett, Sacristy or Parish Office.

Mass for Prayer Groups:  There will be a Mass on Monday 27th March in the Cathedral in Waterford at 5.30pm.  This Mass is especially for all prayer groups in the Diocese.

Eucharistic Ministers Meeting:  Training and reflection for all current and new Ministers for the Eucharist takes place on Tuesday night 28th March in St Oliver’s Parish Centre at 7.30pm.  All are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Pioneers:  South Tipperary Regional Council PTAA are holding their annual retreat on Pam Sunday, 9th April at the Presentation Convent Chapel from 2pm—6pm. All welcome.

St Patricks Day:  Thanks to Charlotte Keane and Emma Lacey who sang at our 10.30 Mass and the Senior Choir who sang at the 12.00 Mass.  At our 12.00 Mass, The Mayor of Reading, England, Mohammed Ayub was present with the delegation from our twin town of Reading.  An old friend of Clonmel’s twinning committee, former mayor Beth Tickner was also present.  Our town was represented by acting Mayor, Richie Molloy, members and staff of Clonmel District Council, Seamus Healy TD, Chamber of Commerce President, T J Kinsella, Insp. James Ehite of the Garda Siochana, members of  IUNVA, Banna Cluain Meala, Clonmel twinning committee and this year’s Grand Marshall, Maureen Purcell.

Visitors from Peoria, Illinois, USA:  Welcome :  This week another of our twinned towns, Peoria in the USA are visiting our town.  There are 50 people on the delegation.  They will be present at our 6.15pm Mass this Saturday and Mayor James R Dillon will read one of our readings.  To our friends from Peoria we say Welcome  –  Céad Míle Fáilte.

Current exhibition on display ‘Transforming Perspectives‘, an exhibition of Artwork by Art and Design QQI level 3 students. ‘Making connections, South Tipperary’, The Wilderness Youth and Community Centre Clonmel in the South Tipperary Arts Centre, Nelson St. Clonmel and   brilliant models  by 2 members of the Men’s Shed also on display – All welcome to drop in. Free Admission.

Congrats to all Tutors, Children, Staff and Parents  who entered into the Artistic Spirit to produce a lovely display for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The voluntary Manager, Maureen Purcell, who was Grand Marshall  of the parade  was very chuffed to see such a great display by all from the Arts Centre!  

The Arts Centre is now taking bookings  on a first come basis as there is a waiting list in operation, for the next  classes available for Adult, Tteenagers and Children in Nelson St., Clonmel ( Opposite the Court House)

• Monday night – Find my Past, Genealogy with Maura Barrett: Beginners and Improvers 7. 30 p.m. to 9. 30 p.m. €48 for a 4 week module. Call Reception at 0526127877
• Tuesdays mornings: Advanced Watercolours with Ray Osborn, 10:30am – 12:30pm, 6 week module . Call Ray 0567755916
• Thursday Morning: Oil Painting with Ann Brennan, beginners & intermediate, 10:30 -12:30. Call Ann 086-3292086.
• Thursday afternoon: Patchwork with Lesley Lynch, beginner & intermediate, 2pm-5pm, 4 week module. Call Lesley 0872603753
• 1st Thursday every month: Drop in Crochet/Knitting group with Lesley Lynch, 2pm – 5pm, for 3 months, €5 per session. Call reception
• Thursday Night: Classical Drawing for beginners and improvers with Adrian Cooke, 7pm – 9:30pm, €300 for 10 week module, call  Adrian 087-6609644
• Friday mornings: Tony Crosse, drawing and painting, beginners & intermediate, 10:30am – 12:30pm, 4 week module, €48
• Friday afternoon: Children’s Art & Craft – 8 to 12 years, with Elke Wilson, 4pm -5:15pm, €36 for 4 week module.
• Saturday morning: Children’s Art & Craft 5 to 7 years with Angela Peters, 10:30am -11:30am,  €36 for 4 week module.
• Saturday afternoon: Coder Dojo, coding for teens with John Hannafin, 12pm – 1:30pm, €5 donation, 6 week module.

Up-coming  Exhibition/workshop

Lace and Textiles Exhibition starting 6th April 2017.

`Make a Basket in a Day’ workshop  for Adults and Teenagers with Lynn Kirkham, Greenmantle Sat 22^nd April.

Call Arts Centre Reception at 0526127877

info@southtippartscentre.ie

www.southtippartscentre.ie

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Maureen Purcell, Vol. Manager Arts Centre, Clonmel.

Parish Newslink
Ss. Peter and Pauls, Clonmel
Sunday 2nd April 2017
Canon Brendan Crowley: 61 26292
Fr. Michael Toomey 61 23239 Office:61 22138
Rev. Deacon Lazarus Gidolf 052 61 22138
parishsspeterandpaul@gmail.com
Parish Radio 107.9 FM

Remember Those Who Died Recently:
Ray Lonergan, Melview and late Davitt Ave., Clonmel.
Hugh Daly, Knockaun Court and formerly Castleblaney, Monaghan.
John Lafford Ballymacarbry and formerly Clonmel.
Georgina Landy, York, England and formerly Newtown Anner, Clonmel

Months Mind of:
Richie Lambe, Peg McMickan, Sheila Connolly,
John Brady, John Kelly, Bridget Hennebry.

Anniversaries of
Josephine and Thomas Leahy, Bill and Mary Gibbs, Eddie Wynne, Alice Cashin, Richard and Anthony McDonnell, Maurice and Elizabeth McGrath, Marie Pyke, Bridget and Tom Noonan, Nellie Kiely, John (Fintan) Logue , Thomas Morris., Margaret Halley, Billy, Charlie and Bernie Hogan (Fr Matthew Tce).

Birthday Remembrance: Tony Alazia

Masses this Weekend
Ss. Peter & Paul’s Church
7.30 pm Richie Lambe (Months Mind)
11.00am People of Parish
12.30pm Eddie Wynne (Anniv)

Church of the Resurrection
10am Bill and Mary Gibbs (Anniv)

Masses Next Weekend
Ss. Peter & Paul’s Church
7.30 pm Peggy O’Dwyer (Months Mind)
and her husband Seán O’Dwyer (Anniv)
11.00am Jackie Hewitt (1st Anniv)
12.30pm Aisling Wall and her parents Tommy and Pat Wall (Anniv)

Church of the Resurrection
10am People of the Parish

Minsters 8th/9th April 2017
Ss Peter & Paul’s & Resurrection
Ministers of the Word: Team A
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Team 1 Altar Servers : St. Peter’s.

PARISH INFORMATION
Confessions: Every Sat from 12pm to 1 and 7pm to 7.30pm Ministry to the Sick/ Nursing Homes : Mass at Melview Nursing Home Sacrament of anointing of the sick on request. Sacrament of Holy Communion every First Friday. Sacrament of Baptism: 5pm on the First Saturday of the month in Ss. Peter & Pauls, third Saturday in the Resurrection. Sacrament of Marriage: Consult with one of the Priests to secure a date. Church and State Require at least 3 months notice. Pre –Marriage Course: It is strongly recommended to partake in a Pre– marriage course organised by ACCORD (Catholic Marriage Advisory Council) for bookings and information contact 052 6124144 .
Masses Peter and Pauls: Vigil: 7.30pm Sun: 11am and 12.30pm. Weekly 1pm .
Church of Resurrection: Sunday: 10.00am. Weekly 9.30am.

Last Weeks Collections
Donations: €415
CHURCH RENOVATIONS
We are most grateful to so many parishioners and visitors who have donated €430,515 towards the renovation of our church which cost €875,000.
Donations: €110, €100, €100, €50, €50, €5.
Balance to Pay: €69,485. Thank You

Cancer Care Support Centre we aim to provide a warm, safe and confidential environment for people with cancer and their families.  Open Mon– Fri 10.00 a.m. – 2.00pm p.m. at 14 Wellington Street, Clonmel.

Presentation Secondary School are collecting teddy bears to send to refugee children being rescued by the LE Róisín. Please donate any teddy bears, which do not have to be new but must be washed and in good
condition. All donations can be left in St Marys Church and will be collected on the 2nd of April. Thank You.
Pioneers: South Tipperary Regional Council PTAA are holding their annual retreat on Palm Sunday, 9th April at the Presentation Convent Chapel from 2 to 6pm.

St Pio Prayer Group meet on the 1st Monday of each month and will meet this Monday 3rd April in St. Marys. Rosary at 6.30pm with Prayers & Mass for all petitions in the basket at 7pm.

C.SAW: Bereavement support. Bereavement support for those bereaved by Suicide will take place at the C.SAW office William St., Clonmel on the 1st Thurs of every month from 2pm to 3pm. All Welcome.

Anam Cara: the organisation that supports bereaved parents, is holding its next Parents Evening on Monday 10th April from 7.30pm to 9pm in the Horse & Jockey, Thurles.

Lenten Retreat The Friary Clonmel Sunday 2nd April from 2.30 to 4.30pm. Tea and Coffee Served.
All are Welcome.

Trócaire an initiative of the Irish Church to help cater for needs in Third World Countries. Trócaire boxes are available in the Churches.

Godspell St. Mary’s C.B.S. are performing a musical “Godspell” in St. Mary’s Church on 6th and 7th April at 8.00p.m. Admission €10 for Adults and €5 for children.

Active Retirement in Place4U . Next Meeting Thursday 6th April . Tai Chi and General Meeting.

The Monthly Medjugorje Mass will take place, one week early, at Holy Family Mission, Glecomeragh, on Thurs 6th April at 8pm with Rosary, Holy Mass, Adoration and prayers for healing. All welcome.

Divine Mercy Devotions: Friday 7th April in Ss Peter and Pauls at 3pm.

Fashion Show in aid of Place4u
Showcasing the exclusive Brown Thomas collection
Hosted by RTE’s Miriam O’Callaghan.
Music by Two & Half Tenors.
Hotel Minella, Wed 5th April
Tickets €50 from Marian’s Bookshop, Buttermarket Café and Place4u 087 4407935

Art Centre News: Current exhibition on display ‘Transforming Perspectives’. An exhibition of Artwork by Art and Design QQI Level 3 students. ‘Making connections, South Tipperary’, The Wilderness Youth and Community Centre Clonmel in the South Tipperary Arts Centre, Nelson St. Clonmel and exhibits by 2 members of the Men’s Shed also on display.
All welcome. Free Admission.

Clonmel Cycling Club: Kids Cycling League,
Ages 8-16yrs. April 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th 2017, Powerstown Park, Clonmel.

We Welcome to our Parish and the Christian Community:
Rhys Arthur Condon Deady,
Harper Louisa O’Reilly,
Blanca Czerniejewski, Zoja Kasperek.
Congratulations to the Parents and God Parents

Lectio Divina: Reflections on the Sunday Gospels Every Wednesday night from 15th February to 26th April at 7.30pm. Cost €5. The Readings of Holy Week: Facilitator Fr. Michael Mullins DD. Thursday 23rd and 30th March at 7.30pm. Cost €5 including light refreshments. St. John’s Pastoral Centre, John’s Hill Waterford

Waterford and Lismore Pilgrimage to Krakow 18th to 24th Sept, 6 nights Half Board in Hotel Centrum. Cost from €695 per person, includes Flights and Hotel accommodation. Deposit €250 before 31st March. Full Day Tours including visits to Divine Mercy Shrine, Our Lady Queen of Poland and St. John Paul’s Home. Enquiries to: Harvey Travel 051 872048 Cathedral Parish Office: 051 875166.

St. Peter and Pauls Church Choir
Looking for New Members, Ladies and Gents. The only requirement is to be able to sing. We sing at the 11am Mass every Sunday (We take holidays for July and August). We practice in the Church Gallery every Wed at 8pm. Just turn up and join in, you will be most welcome. Any queries to the Church Office on 61 22138.

Distributors
Envelopes for the Annual Easter Collection are now available for collection in the Parish Shop. We thank you for your continued and vital contribution to the Parish.

Holy Ghost Missionary
We welcome Fr. Noel O’Meara from the Holy Ghost Missionary speaking at all Masses about his work and experiences on the Missions.

Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment.
Buddha

Next Friday, 7th April is the First Friday of the month, a day when we bring Holy Communion to the sick and housebound of our parish. Please contact one of the priests or ring the Parish Shop 6122138 if you or someone you know needs a call.

Easter Collection for the Priests of the Parish
The Annual Easter Collection for the Priests of the Parish takes place on Easter Sunday. Envelopes will be delivered to each home or will be available in the church on the day. Those who are in receipt of Weekly Boxes of Envelopes will note that the Easter Collection is included. If you receive a second envelope please accept our apologies and just use an envelope of your choice. Your continued and generous support is much appreciated.

Irish Blood Transfusion Service will hold a Blood Donor clinic in The Clonmel Park Hotel
MONDAY 5pm – 8.30pm.
TUES– WEDS – THURS
3pm – 5pm & 7pm – 9pm,
3rd to 6th April 2017
One Donation can save up to 3 Lives.

Cafe Theology: New age and the Church – Compromise or Challenge, a talk on new age, reiki, yoga etc. In the Granville Hotel, Waterford on Tues, 4th April at 7.30pm until 9pm. The talk will be given by Fr Mark Condon, Diocese of Ossory who has studied and spoken about these subjects around the country for several years.

Palm Sunday
Next Sunday is Palm Sunday and Weather Permitting the 11am
Celebrations will start in the Courtyard of the Church.

St Marys Choral Society have Nominated Family Carers Ireland (Clonmel Branch)as their Chosen Charity for the upcoming musical Sweeny Todd. Tickets for the first Night on Sun 23rd April are
available from Richie Molloy at the Family Carers Office in Sarsfield Street Clonmel (Opposite Old Clonmel Arms Hotel) Tel: 6170455

Masses this Weekend:

Saturday 1st April

10:00am                        

  6:15pm     Jessie Farrell (nee Lee)

                        Mary English (nee Lee)

Sunday 2nd April

10:30am     Michael Johnson & Paddy Burke

12:00noon Rosie O’Brien

                        John Keyes (Shared) 

First Friday: Next Friday, first Friday of Month—Communion to the sick.

Saint Pio Prayer Group:  Meet the first Monday of the Month that is 3rd April.  Rosary and prayers at 6.30pm.  Mass at 7pm for all petitions placed on the Altar.  All are very welcome.  P.S.  All petitions placed for January, February and March have been taken to San Giovanni.

Do this in Memory:  A meeting of the Parents Co-ordinating committee will take place in the Pastoral Centre on next Tuesday at 7.30pm.

Service of Light:  The young boys and girls from Gaelscoil preparing for Confirmation will celebrate the Service of Light on Monday night next at 7.45pm.

Birthday Wishes: Birthday wishes are extended this week to Mark Tobin, Irishtown who celebrated a significant date on his life’s journey last Saturday.

We Need Your Help –Refugee Crisis:  Presentation Secondary School are collecting teddy bears to send to refugee children being rescued by the LE Róisín.   Please donate any teddy bears, which do not have to be new but must be washed and in good condition.  All donations can be left in the Church and will be collected on the 2nd of April.  Thank You.

Pioneers:  South Tipperary Regional Council PTAA are holding their annual retreat on Pam Sunday, 9th April at the Presentation Convent Chapel from 2pm—6pm. All welcome.

Parish Newsletter:  The Parish Newslink will be changing next weekend.  Due to the way that it will now be produced, please could you make sure that any notices or anniversaries are with Maria at the Parish Office by 11am on a Tuesday morning.  And if anyone has any photos or stories about the Parish that you would like to share in the newsletter they would be much appreciated.

Weekday Ministers of the Eucharist:  Any Ministers of the Eucharist who serve on weekdays please could you pop into the Crying Room office and let Maria know what days you are available to Minister during the week so that we can produce a rota.  Thank you.

Ministers of the Eucharist and Word:  The annual rotas are now available in the Crying Room Office.

Parish Newslink
Ss. Peter and Pauls, Clonmel
Palm Sunday 9th April 2017
Canon Brendan Crowley: 61 26292
Fr. Michael Toomey 61 23239 Office:61 22138
Rev. Deacon Lazarus Gidolf 052 61 22138
parishsspeterandpaul@gmail.com
Parish Radio 107.9 FM

Remember Those Who Died Recently:
Sally (Sara) Quirke (née McNally) Raheen Rd, Clonmel and late Tourmakeady, Co. Mayo.
Bill Phelan Melview, Clonmel.
Eddie Kinsella, College Ave and Ard Na Greine.
Pat (Gully) Kelly Ard na Greine and formerly Thurles.

Months Mind of:
Peggy O’Dwyer, May Maxwell, Edward Power, John Prendergast.

Anniversaries of
Ned and Catherine Glendon and their son George, Seán O’Dwyer, Jackie Hewitt, Aisling Wall, Pat and Tommy Wall, Edmund Troy, Mary. Frank, Agnes, Colette, John and Patricia Roche, Paddy O’ Dwyer, Lucy O’Brien, Nancy Houlihan(1st Anniv) Willie (Dickie) Murphy, Mary Drohan Kickham Pk, Frankie Gregory, Jimmy Clancy, Jim O’Flaherty.

Masses this Weekend
Ss. Peter & Paul’s Church
7.30 pm Peggy O’Dwyer (Months Mind)
and her husband Seán O’Dwyer (Anniv)
11.00am Jackie Hewitt (1st Anniv)
12.30pm Aisling Wall and her parents Tommy and Pat Wall (Anniv)
Church of the Resurrection
10am People of the Parish

Masses Next Weekend
Ss. Peter & Paul’s Church
Easter Vigil: Noel Magner (Anniv)
11.00am Drs. Tom and Mary Heneghan (Anniv)
12.30pm Donal and Maggeg Sheehan (Anniv)
Church of the Resurrection
10am Caitlin O’Keeffe (Anniv)

Minsters 15th/16th April 2017
Ss Peter & Paul’s & Resurrection
Ministers of the Word: Team B
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Team 2 Altar Servers : St. Paul’s.

PARISH INFORMATION
Confessions: Every Sat from 12pm to 1 and 7pm to 7.30pm Ministry to the Sick/ Nursing Homes : Mass at Melview Nursing Home Sacrament of anointing of the sick on request. Sacrament of Holy Communion every First Friday. Sacrament of Baptism: 5pm on the First Saturday of the month in Ss. Peter & Pauls, third Saturday in the Resurrection.

Sacrament of Marriage: Consult with one of the Priests to secure a date. Church and State Require at least 3 months notice. Pre –Marriage Course: It is strongly recommended to partake in a Pre– marriage course organised by ACCORD (Catholic Marriage Advisory Council) for bookings and information contact 052 6124144.

Masses
Peter and Pauls
Vigil:7.30pm Sun:11am and 12.30pm. Weekly 1pm .
Resurrection:
9.30 am Weekly and
10.00am Sunday.

Last Weeks Collections
Donations: €510
CHURCH RENOVATIONS
We are most grateful to so many parishioners and visitors who have donated €431,025 towards the renovation of our church which cost €875,000.
Donations: €250, €135, €100, €20, €5.
Balance to Pay: €68,975.
Thank You

Cancer Care Support Centre: we aim to provide a warm, safe and confidential environment for people with cancer and their families.  Open Mon– Fri 10.00 a.m. – 2.00pm p.m. at 14 Wellington Street, Clonmel.

Anam Cara: supporting bereaved parents, is holding its next Parents Evening on Monday 10th April from 7.30pm to 9pm in the Horse & Jockey, Thurles.

St. Peter and Pauls Church Choir Looking for New Members, Ladies and Gents. The only requirement is to be able to sing. We sing at the 11am Mass every Sunday Any queries to the Church Office on 61 22138.

Family Carers Ireland St Marys Choral Society have Nominated Family Carers Ireland (Clonmel Branch) as their Chosen Charity for the upcoming musical Sweeny Todd. Tickets for the first Night on Sun 23rd April are available from Richie Molloy at the Family Carers Office in Sarsfield Street Clonmel (Opposite Old
Clonmel Arms Hotel) Tel: 6170455

South Tipperary Arts Centre Nelson St. Clonmel ‘Make a Basket’ Sat 22nd April. For Information please contact 61 27877.

Clonmel Cycling Club: Kids Cycling League,
Ages 8-16yrs. April 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th 2017, Powerstown Park, Clonmel.

The Marian Movement of Priests will hold a special day of prayer for the laity in Rockwell College on Sat 22nd April. All are welcome especially families.
Tea and Coffee provided. Bring a packed lunch

Thanks to 548  Donors who attended our Blood Donor Clinic in Clonmel Park Hotel.

National Learning Network: Are you unemployed due to Illness, Disability, Medical Condition or requiring Additional Supports to access the Labour Market or Further Education?The National Learning Network offers: Computer Applications, Employer Based Training , Retail Sales. No Fees apply. Applicants must be over 16. For further Info, please contact Kitty Galvin Hennessy or Maureen Hannon at 052 6181555.

What’s On Clonmel
As a marketing initiative for Clonmel Town, the voluntary Clonmel Town
Marketing team are creating a free “What’s On Clonmel ” event guide for the June to October period. This is to follow the Christmas 2016 guide of which 10,000 were distributed to homes and businesses in The Clonmel and South Tipperary areas.  This is an initiative between local traders, the county council and the Chamber. We are looking for any events your parishioners may be running throughout the summer period from the 1st of June to the 31st of October 2017.Details of these events need to be one line, stating the event, name, date and location. Final date for inclusion is April 31st. Please email us here at whatsonclonmel@gmail.com for inclusion.
This guide is focusing solely on Clonmel Town.

Active Retirement in Place4U .
Next Meeting Thurs 20th April . Meeting and Holiday Arrangements

We Welcome to our Parish and the Christian Community:
Sophie Louise Leahy,
Kevin Thomas Leahy
Congratulations to the Parents and God Parents

Distributors
Envelopes for the Annual Easter Collection are now available for collection in the Parish Shop. We thank you for your continued and vital contribution to the Parish.

Great acts are made up of small deeds.
Lao Tzu

Easter Collection for the Priests of the Parish
The Annual Easter Collection for the Priests of the Parish takes place on Easter Sunday. Envelopes will be delivered to each home or will be available in the church on the day. Those who are in receipt of Weekly Boxes of Envelopes will note that the Easter Collection is included. If you receive a second envelope please accept our apologies and just use an envelope of your choice. Your continued and generous support is much appreciated.

Ss Peter and Pauls – Holy Week Ceremonies
Penitential Service
Wednesday 7.30 pm The Friary.
Holy Thursday
9.30 am Morning Prayer: Church of Resurrection
11.00am Mass of Chrism takes place in The
Cathedral of the most Holy Trinity, Waterford.
The Chrism, Oil of the Sick and Oil of Catechumens is for use in the Diocese.
Mass of the Lord’s Supper
7.00 pm Church of Resurrection Including Prayers at the
Altar of Repose until 9.00pm
7.30 pm Ss. Peter & Pauls Church.
(Including the renewal commitment of Eucharistic Ministers in both Churches.)
(Trócaire Boxes may be returned at this Mass )
Good Friday
9.30 am Morning Prayer: Church of Resurrection.
Stations of the Cross – in the Church of Resurrection at 12 noon.
Solemn Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion in Ss. Peter & Paul’s Church at 3.00 pm.
Stations of the Cross in Ss. Peter & Paul’s Church at 7.30pm.
(Collection for the upkeep of Holy Places at all Services)
Holy Saturday
9.30 am Morning Prayer: Church of Resurrection.
Confessions: Confessions after Morning Prayer in the Resurrection
and from 12pm to 1pm in Ss Peter and Pauls
Easter Vigil Liturgy Commences in the grounds of Old St. Mary’s Church, at 7.30 pm. All the parishes in the town are coming together for the lighting of the
Pascal Fire. The parish of Ss Peter & Pauls and the Friary Church will then proceed to Ss Peter and Pauls Church where the Easter Vigil continues at approx. 8.00 pm.
(Please bring along a candle and the usual ‘windshield’)
Easter Sunday Masses
Church of Resurrection: 10.00 am
Ss. Peter & Paul’s Church: 11.00 am and 12.30 pm

Trocaire
“They took branches of palm and went out to receive him, shouting: ‘Hosanna! Blessed is he who is coming in the name of the Lord, the king of Israel.’” John, 12:13. The palm is a symbol of peace and on this Palm Sunday we pray for the millions of people around the world who are affected by conflict and have had to flee with their families to face an uncertain future. Trócaire is working in many areas of conflict to ensure people have a chance of a better future. Find out more about the Lenten campaign at www.trocaire.org/lent

Pro-Life Campaign
We are delighted to have a spokesperson from the Pro Life Campaign speaking to us at our weekend masses on the 13th & 14th May. The spokesperson will talk about Ireland’s pro-life 8th amendment.  For more information on the
pro-life campaign go to www.prolifecampaign.ie

Thanks Fr Noel O’Meara thanks parishioners for €5,218 given last weekend for the Holy Ghost Missions.

Easter Mass

Mass will be celebrated in St Patrick’s Chapel, Marlfield on Easter Sunday morning 16^th April at 9.30am, Seating is limited so please come early if you need a seat.

Grass cutting

The village was busy cutting grass in all areas as the fine weather gave a spurt in growth and the mowers and their crew were in fine order. The heavy grass on the large areas is cut by Coolmore Stables and the crew from Clonmel Borough District Council with their specialised machines and it is looking good. The grass in Marlfield Chapel burial grounds is cut and looking lovely and we have a full schedule for the coming week. The village committee are operating a fuel voucher scheme with Clonmel Service station in Cherrymount and we are grateful if motorists could also pay for a few litres of fuel for the village when purchasing as it all helps to defray cost of cutting.

Setting and Sowing

The village Tus scheme is busy getting the two areas chosen for sowing ready for the coming season. We have planted primualas in the roundabout and will make a start on the high bed at the village cross. Already the long bed has been planted on the top of the Moore’s Road and some final wild flower planting needs doing in this area. The other area we will be tackling this year is the “bottle bank” area and we will liaise with the Clonmel Borough Council on a long term tidy and plant strategy as it has potential.

Parish Newslink
Ss. Peter and Pauls, Clonmel
Easter Sunday 16th April 2017
Canon Brendan Crowley: 61 26292
Fr. Michael Toomey 61 23239 Office:61 22138
Rev. Deacon Lazarus Gidolf 052 61 22138
parishsspeterandpaul@gmail.com
Parish Radio 107.9 FM

Remember Those Who Died Recently:
Tony O’Gorman, O’Gorman’s Bakery, O’Connell St..
Dan Walsh, Mountain View, Marlfield.
Eamon Sweetman, Glenoaks Drive and late of
Heywood Rd., Clonmel.
Tom O’ Brien Kilmacud, Dublin/ Clonmel, Tipperary.
Gerard Kirwan  late of Kickham St died in London. 

Months Mind of:
Nuala Purves, Margaret O’ Callaghan, Lishea Gardner

Anniversaries of
Noel Magner, Caitlin O’ Keeffe,
Doctors John and Mary Heneghan,
Donal and Maggeg Sheehan, Paddy and Teresa Burke, Marie O’ Reilly, Pauline Blackett,
Eamonn O’ Donovan and daughter Teresa Byrne,
Ellen and Walter Williams, Cissie Cummins,
Kathleen and Cormac Gilligan,
Joan Kertin, Showgrounds, Bridie Kerton,
Billy Greene., Frank Sullivan, Crosse St.

Masses this Weekend
Ss. Peter & Paul’s Church
Easter Vigil: Noel Magner (Anniv)
11.00am Drs. Tom and Mary Heneghan (Anniv)
12.30pm Donal and Maggeg Sheehan (Anniv)
Church of the Resurrection
10am Caitlin O’Keeffe (Anniv)

Masses Next Weekend
Ss. Peter & Paul’s Church
7.30pm Edward Power (Months Mind)
11.00am James and Mary Ahearne (Anniv)
12.30pm Pauline and Alfie Blackett (Anniv)
2.30pm Divine Mercy Sunday
Church of the Resurrection
10am Michael Cronin (Months Mind)

Minsters 22nd/23rd April 2017
Ss Peter & Paul’s & Resurrection
Ministers of the Word: Team C
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Team 3
Altar Servers : St. Peter’s.

PARISH INFORMATION
Confessions: Every Sat from 12pm to 1 and 7pm to 7.30pm Ministry to the Sick/ Nursing Homes : Mass at Melview Nursing Home Sacrament of anointing of the sick on request. Sacrament of Holy Communion every First Friday. Sacrament of Baptism: 5pm on the First Saturday of the month in Ss. Peter & Pauls, third Saturday in the Resurrection.
Sacrament of Marriage: Consult with one of the Priests to secure a date. Church and State Require at least 3 months notice. Pre –Marriage Course: It is strongly recommended to partake in a Pre– marriage course organised by ACCORD (Catholic Marriage Advisory Council) for bookings and information contact 052 6124144.

Masses
Peter and Pauls:
Vigil:7.30pm Sun:11am and 12.30pm. Weekly 1pm .
Resurrection:
9.30 am Weekly and
10.00am Sunday.

Last Weeks Collections
Donations: €290
CHURCH RENOVATIONS
We are most grateful to so many parishioners and visitors who have donated €431,315 towards the renovation of our church which cost €875,000.
Donations: €150, €50, €30, €30, €15, €10, €5.
Balance to Pay: €68,685. Thank You.

The Revenue Commissioners have lodged €19,225.57 to our Parish Account for the 2015 Tax Rebate Scheme. A big “THANK YOU” to all Tax Payers who cooperated in our Parish Scheme.
We will shortly commence the 2016 scheme.

Cancer Care Support Centre we aim to provide a warm, safe and confidential environment for people with cancer and their families.  Open Mon– Fri 10.00 a.m. – 2.00pm at 14 Wellington Street, Clonmel.

St. Peter and Pauls Church Choir Looking for New Members, Ladies and Gents. The only requirement is to be able to sing. We sing at the 11am Mass every Sunday Any queries to the Church Office on 61 22138.

Family Carers Ireland St Marys Choral Society have Nominated Family Carers Ireland (Clonmel Branch) as their Chosen Charity for the upcoming musical Sweeny Todd. Tickets for the first Night on Sun 23rd April are
available from Richie Molloy Tel: 6170455

Clonmel Cycling Club: Kids Cycling League,
Ages 8-16yrs. April 20th and 27th 2017,
Powerstown Park, Clonmel.

The Marian Movement of Priests will hold a special day of prayer for the laity in Rockwell College on Sat 22nd April. All are welcome especially families.
Tea and Coffee provided. Bring a packed lunch.

South Eastern Mountain Rescue A coffee morning in aid of South Eastern Mountain Rescue will be held in Pace4u Café, Morton St on Saturday 22nd April from 10am until 12.30pm. All Welcome.

Clonmel Widows Association:
The next meeting of Clonmel Widows Association takes place in the Friary Hall on Tuesday 18th April from 3pm to 5pm. Raffle, Bingo, Teas.

Peggy Doyle Memorial Quiz in aid of Alzheimer’s Society. Liam Daly’s Pub, Thursday 20th April 8.30pm.

Active Retirement in Place4U.
Next Meeting Thurs 20th April . Meeting and Holiday Arrangements.

Pastoral Council Meeting 24th April at 7.30.

National Learning Network Are you unemployed due to Illness, Disability, Medical Condition or requiring Additional Supports to access the Labour Market or Further Education? No Fees apply. Applicants must be over 16. For further Info, please contact Kitty Galvin Hennessy or Maureen Hannon at 052 6181555.

What’s On Clonmel
As a marketing initiative for Clonmel Town, the voluntary Clonmel Town Marketing team are creating a free “What’s On Clonmel ” event guide for the June to October period. This is to follow the Christmas 2016 guide of which 10,000 were distributed to homes and businesses in The Clonmel and South Tipperary areas.  This is an initiative between local traders, the county council and the Chamber. We are looking for any events your parishioners may be running throughout the summer period from the 1st of June to the 31st of October 2017.
Details of these events need to be one line, stating the event, name, date and location. Final date for inclusion is April 31st.. E-mail: whatsonclonmel@gmail.com for inclusion.
This guide is focusing solely on Clonmel Town.

Divine Mercy Sunday April 23rd 2017 Ss. Peter and Paul’s church 2.30pm. Eucharistic Adoration,
Confessions, Mass. Celebrant: Fr. Billy Meehan

Distributors
We thank you for your all your Hard work delivering the Envelopes over the past few weeks.
Thank You.

“For God so loved the World that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.”
Jesus Christ

A Pro-Life Campaign spokesperson will speak to us about the 8th Amendment at our weekend masses on the 13th & 14th May. For more information on the pro-life campaign go to www.prolifecampaign.ie

The Annual Easter Collection for the Priests of the Parish takes place this Easter Sunday. Envelopes are available in the church or in the Parish Shop and can be handed in at any time. Your support is much appreciated.
Thank You

Would you like to become more involved in your Parish? Readers of the Word; Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communions, and Collectors are needed in our parish. If you are interested please contact Sacristy or Parish Office 052-6122138 for further details. Full training and reflections on ministries will be given. Thanks to everyone who continue to minister in our parish in both churches in so many different ways. 

Pope Francis Easter Message (Shortened Version)
Dear Brothers and Sisters, a Happy and Holy Easter!
The Church throughout the world echoes the angel’s message to the women: “Do not be afraid! I know that you are looking for Jesus who was crucified. He is not here; for he has been raised… Come, see the place where he lay”
( Mt 28:5-6).This is the culmination of the Gospel, it is the Good News par excellence: Jesus, who was crucified, is risen! This event is the basis of our faith and our hope. If Christ were not raised, Christianity would lose its very meaning; the whole mission of the Church would lose its impulse, for this is the point from which it first set out and continues to set out ever anew. The message which Christians bring to the world is this: Jesus, Love
incarnate, died on the cross for our sins, but God the Father raised him and made him the Lord of life and death. In Jesus, love has triumphed over hatred, mercy over sinfulness, goodness over evil, truth over falsehood, life over death.
That is why we tell everyone: “Come and see!” In every human situation, marked by frailty, sin and death, the Good News is no mere matter of words, but a testimony to unconditional and faithful love: it is about leaving ourselves behind and encountering others, being close to those crushed by life’s troubles, sharing with the needy, standing at the side of the sick, elderly and the outcast… “Come and see!”: Love is more powerful, love gives life, love makes hope blossom in the wilderness.
With this joyful certainty in our hearts, today we turn to you, risen Lord! By your
resurrection, which this year we celebrate together with the Churches that follow the Julian calendar, we ask you to enlighten and inspire the initiatives that promote peace in Ukraine so that all those involved, with the support of the international community, will make every effort to prevent violence and, in a spirit of unity and dialogue, chart a path for the country’s future. On this day, may they be able to proclaim, as brothers and
sisters, that Christ is risen, Khrystos voskres! Lord, we pray to you for all the peoples of the earth: you who have conquered death, grant us your life, grant us your peace!
Dear brothers and sisters, Happy Easter!

The Priests of the Parish, Canon Brendan Crowley and Fr Michael Toomey wish all of our Parishioners a Happy and Peaceful Easter.

Rathkeevin Macra

Table Quiz

Rathkeevin Macra are holding a table quiz in the Barne Lodge on Friday night the 21^st at 9pm. Table of four €20 with spot prizes and raffle. Enquiries to Daniel Long, Jamestown on mobile no 0851244717 anytime. 

Marlfield News

Village Committee Meeting

A meeting of the Marlfield Village Committee takers place on Monday night the 24^th April at 8pm. The meeting will be held in St Patrick’s Chapel and has a full agenda including the annual spring clean, wild flower planting and the final proof of the Marlfield Heritage Trail. Please bring the booklet to the meeting with what corrections you want made written out.

Condolences

Marlfield Village extends its condolences to the Walsh Family of Mountain View on the death of Dan Walsh peacefully at South Tipperary General Hospital. To his wife Patty, Sons Thomas and Eamon and daughters Leisha, Joan, Annette we extend our deepest sympathies. Dan was buried in St Patrick’s Marlfield after Requiem mass in St Marys Irishtown on Wednesday 10^th April. May he rest in peace

‘Heirlooms’ an exhibition of Mountmellick Lace and Embroidery work by Mary Kenna and Queenie Daly in the South Tipperary Arts Centre, Clonmel will be officially launched on Thursday 20^th  April at 5pm. Free admission, all welcome.

We are also holding a new basket making class which starts on the 22^nd April for one day only, from 11am to 6pm and takes place upstairs in the Arts Centre. If you are interested please call 052-6127877 to book a place.

Call Arts Centre Reception at 0526127877

info@southtippartscentre.ie

www.southtippartscentre.ie

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