Ss Peter & Pauls Parish Notes 26.11.17

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Ss. Peter and Pauls, Clonmel
Sunday 26th November 2017
Canon Brendan Crowley: 61 26292
Fr. Michael Toomey 61 23239 Office: 61 29404
Rev. Deacon Gidolf 61 22138 (Parish Shop)

Remember Those Who Died Recently:
James O’Sullivan, Prior Park, Clonmel.
Melia Boyle (née Whelan) Queen St.
Bridie O’Dwyer (née Ryan) Toberaheena and formerly Bansha, Co Tipperary.
Michael (Mick) Egan, Powerstown Rd and
formerly Windgap, Co Kilkenny.

Months Mind of:
Peggy Horan, David Hickey, Rosie Ryan,
Joan Cahill.

Anniversaries of
Paddy and Betty O’Brien, P.J. Slattery,
Jackie Delahunty, Peggy and Davey Marshall,
James, John and Thomas Wall, Ann Sweeney (née Lonergan), Clonmel and London,
Deceased Members of An Garda Siochana.

Masses this Weekend
Ss. Peter & Paul’s Church
7.30pm James, John and Thomas Wall (Anniv)
11.00am Peggy Horan (Months Mind)
12.30pm Holy Souls Novena (5)
Church of the Resurrection
10.00 am Paddy and Betty O’Brien (Anniv)

Masses Next Weekend
Ss. Peter & Paul’s Church
7.30pm Teresa Lonergan (Months Mind)
11.00am Jim Flynn (1st Anniv)
12.30pm Jack and Madge Byrne (Anniv)
Church of the Resurrection
10.00 am Tony Smith (Months Mind)

Minsters 2nd/3rd December 2017
Ss Peter & Paul’s & Resurrection
Ministers of the Word: Team B
Extraordinary Ministers of H C: Team 2
Altar Servers : St. Paul’s.

PARISH INFORMATION
Confessions: Every Sat from 12pm to 1pm 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 and on the 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 61 24144.
Masses: Peter and Pauls:
Vigil: 7.30pm Sun:11am & 12.30pm. 1 pm Week Days
Resurrection: 9.30 am Week Days and 10.00am Sunday.
Email: parishsspeterandpaul@gmail.com
Parish Radio: 107.9 FM
Bereavement Support:
SS Peter and Pauls offers a Bereavement Support Service that is free of charge and provided by a trained Bereavement Support Group from the Parish.
Confidentiality is Guaranteed.
Contact the Parish Shop 61 22138
Parish Office: 61 29404

St. John’s Pastoral Centre, John’s Hill, Waterford.
Advent Reflection ‘A doorway into Stillness’
Thursday 30th November at 7.30pm.
On the 6th and 13th December at 7.30pm Dr. Michael Mullins DD will help us to reflect on the
scripture readings for Advent and Christmas.
St Mary’s 33rd Annual Lourdes Pilgrimage 2018 Each Saturday evening after the 6.15 Vigil Mass, the Lourdes Committee will be available in the Crying Room to take names and deposits for those wishing to travel on our 33rd Annual Lourdes Pilgrimage.

Cancer Care Support Centre we aim to provide a warm, safe and confidential environment for people with cancer and their families. Mon– Thurs 9.30am to 4.30pm and Friday 9.30am to 2.00pm at 14 Wellington Street. 052 61 82667.

Rosary on the Coasts for Life and Faith today November 26th at 2.30pm.Some locations where the faithful will meet: Roscrea, Dungarvan, Ardmore, Bonmahon, Dunmore, Tramore.

Youth 2000 Christmas Retreat: Newbridge College, Co Kildare 8/10th December. For all young adults aged 16-35 years. Donation Only. For info or to book a free buse Tel: 01 675 3690, email: office@youth2000.ie or visit www.youth2000.ie.

Mothers Union Meeting: Old St. Mary’s Church Wednesday 29th November at 7.30pm. The Theme of this meeting will be Mothers Union—Activism against Gender Violence.
ALL Men and Women are invited.

Church Renovations:
Donations: €1,120.
We are most grateful to so many parishioners and visitors who have donated €479,120 towards the renovation of our church which cost €875,000.
Donations: €1,000, €100, €20.
Monthly Payments on our loan are €6,000
Balance to Pay: €20,880 Thank You.

Gloria A free concert in St. Mary’s Irishtown showcasing local talent. Featuring The Clontempo Choir, Fiona Flavin, Sarah Lutrell and Musical Director, Ferghal Ó Conchubhair. December 2nd 2017 at 8pm. Donations if offered to be gifted to St Mary’s Parish Fund and St. Vincent de Paul.

Marian Movement for Priests Cenacle for Laity at the Presentation Convent, Saturday 2nd December.
Benediction 9.30am, Confession, Rosary 9.55am, Mass 10.20am. Contact: 086 2318622 for Details.

Rome /Assisi 2018 Our parish pilgrimage has now been filled, however we have secured a few extra places for those still interested in going to Rome and Assisi for the week after Easter, including mass in the Vatican on Divine Mercy Sunday. If you would like to go, please call Joe Walsh Tours on 01- 241 0800 to book, or ask Fr Michael for further details.

Light Fever Clonmel On Saturday 16th December the NET team who visited us last weekend, will be in SS Peter and Paul’s for a ‘light-fever’ event. This has been run successfully across the country, and encourages people to come in and light a candle for any intention. The light-fever event will take place after the 1pm Mass until 6pm. Please spread the word, everyone is welcome to pop in for little while and pause during this busy time in all our lives.

Active Retirement in Place4u. Next Meeting Thursday 7th December at 3pm.

Never look down on anybody unless you’re helping them up.
The Reverend Jesse Jackson

Safety Notice.
We would remind and encourage all who visit our churches, to keep all your personal valuables and bags with you at all times, especially if leaving your seat to light candles, or going toHoly Communion.

Confirmiring our Children
We welcome the Children preparing for their Confirmation along with their families and teachers to the 7.30pm Mass this week.
Next Dates: Confirmation: Sat 3rd December at 7.30pm.
Communion: Sunday 3rd Dec at 11.00am.

First Friday
Next Friday, 1st Dec 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 61 22138 if you or someone you know needs a call.

CHRISTMAS POINSETTIAS
Final orders
Many thanks to all those who have ordered poinsettias for loved ones / family remembrances which will decorate our altars at Christmas. We only have two weeks left in order to finalise how many we need to order and get them ready in time. You can order your poinsettia, for €10 which includes the cost and donation, after all Masses this weekend from any Pope John Paul II Students, or from the parish office or sacristy in the Church of the Resurrection.

SS. Peter and Pauls Church Annual Christmas Festive Concert
Featuring:
The Clonmel Concert Band
Derek Ryan
The Gaudeamus Choir
and Soloists
Compere: Niall Carroll
Sunday 10th December at 8pm
Tickets €15 each.
On Sale at Marians Bookshop,
O’Connell St, The Parish Bookshop and on the Door.

Clonmel Lions Club Food Appeal will take place over the 1st and 2nd Weekends in December. We are looking for your continued support this year by making a donation of non-perishable food items at our various collection points. Anyone wishing to make an application for assistance is invited to do so by letter stating name, address, contact phone number and the number of persons in the household. Letters should be marked “LIONS CLUB” and placed in the box provided in the Foyer of the County Council Office in Emmet Street Clonmel. Closing date is 12.00 noon on Friday 8th December. All applications are in the strictest confidence. Thank you for your generous support in the past.

Divine Mercy
Devotions Ss Peter and Pauls, Friday 1st December at 3.30pm.

Hold on to what is good, even if it’s a handful of earth.
Hold on to what you believe, Even if it’s a tree that stands by itself.
Hold on to what you must do, Even if it’s a long way from here.
Hold on to your life, Even if it’s easier to let go.
Hold on to my hand, Even if I’ve gone away from you.
Pueblo Indian Prayer