Ss. Peter and Pauls, Clonmel
Parish Newsletter
Sunday 8th March 2020
Canon Brendan Crowley: 61 26292
Fr. Michael Toomey 61 23239
Remember Those Who Died Recently
Michael Arrigan, Kings Close, Clonmel.
Liam Walsh, Storey Lane, Old Bridge.
Mattie Ryan, Bianconi Drive and formerly Abbey Rd.
Noel Ryan, London and late Sheehy Tce.
Mary Katherine O’Brien, Kinsale and Clonmel.
Months Mind of:
Margaret Tobin, Kitty Murphy, Vincent Morris, Dr. Richard Quirke, Seán Kelleher, Kitty Denmead.
Anniversaries of
Florrie Harris (1st Anniv), Paddy and Josephine O’Keeffe, Denis O’Sullivan, Kathleen and Paddy Cahill, William and James Arrigan, Edward Phelan, May and Tom Tobin, Margaret O’Dwyer, Billy Maher , Marian Tce, (1st Anniv), Tom O’Flaherty, Mary Looby
Minsters 14th/15th March 2020
Ss Peter & Paul’s & Resurrection
Ministers of the Word: Team A
Extraordinary Ministers of H C: Team 1
Altar Servers : St. Paul’s
PARISH INFORMATION
Confessions: Every Sat from 12pm/1pm and 7pm/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 Church of 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 info 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.
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 /Office
61 22138 V de P: 61 23878
Friary Notes
The Sacrament of Anointing is available every First Friday after the Gospel at the 10am Mass.
The S.F.O. Monthly Meeting and Mass takes place on the 2nd Wed of every month. Refreshments after in the Friary Hall. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament is on the 1st Saturday of Every Month.
Marian Movement Cenacle
Every 1st Saturday at the
Presentation, Clonmel at 9.30am
We Welcome to our Parish & Christian Community
James Jason Fitzgerald, Leon Matthew Kowalik, Eryka Rose Kowalik, Amelia Anastacia Ryan who were baptised recently.
Congratulations to the Parents and God Parents.
Active Retirement: The next meeting will be on Thursday 12th March 2020 in Place4U at 3pm. Mindfullness for next 4 weeks. Names taken for Social Afternoon and Holiday.
Clonmel Community Training Centre Fundraiser for the Irish Pilgrimage Trust
Two of our learners are travelling to Lourdes with The Irish Pilgrimage Trust at Easter 2020 as Volunteers. To help support them we will have a Bric a Brac Day on Thursday 12th March.
We have new and old items for sale on the day.
Join us on 12th March at Clonmel CTC, Slí Nua, Fethard Rd (Near the Church of the Resurrection)
From 10:30 – 12:00 pm. Tea, coffee and scones for everyone on the day. All Welcome.
Anam Cara Tipperary, the organisation that supports bereaved parents, is holding a Parent Evening on Monday 16th March at 7:20pm in the Horse & Jockey Hotel, Thurles, Co. Tipperary. This event is free and open to all bereaved parents regardless of the age your child died, the circumstances of their death, or whether their death was recent or not. Please contact us on info@anamcara.ie or 085 2888888
Art Therapy and Meditation will take place on Tuesday 10th of March at 11am to 1pm and we have our Drop in Centre is every Wednesday at 10.30am to 12.30pm. South Tipp Involvement Centre is located in Place4u, Gladstone St. Email Involvementst@gmail.com 083 313 0564
Table Quiz A fundraiser in aid of the Little Blue Heroes and the Make a Wish Foundation will take place in the Emigrants Rest on Friday 27th March at 9pm. Table of 4 – €20. Spot prizes on the night. All Welcome.
Go Fund Me Campaign Parachute Jump May 29th. Jump for Cillian Organised by the Staff at Scoil Aonghusa. Please support.
Please inform one of the Priests if you have a relative in hospital who needs a visit.
Masses this Weekend
Ss. Peter & Paul’s Church
7.30pm Margaret Tobin (Months Mind)
11.00am Paddy and Josephine O’Keeffe (Anniv)
12.30pm Denis O’Sullivan (Anniv)
Church of the Resurrection
10.00am People of the Parish
Masses Next Weekend
Ss. Peter & Paul’s Church
7.30pm Liam Guilfoyle (Months Mind)
11.00am People of the Parish
12.30pm Larry Bowes (Anniv)
Church of the Resurrection
10.00am Michael Cronin (Anniv)
To cherish what remains of the Earth and to foster its renewal is our only legitimate hope of survival.
Wendell Berry
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Age Action train people on laptops, iPads, smartphones or Tablets Age Action are running FREE beginner computer, smart phones, internet classes for over 55’s in Clonmel. Classes are taught on a one-to-one basis in a relaxed, non-formal setting. We are currently seeking Course Learners & Volunteer Tutors. Full tutor training provided. For more info contact Age Action on 01 4756989 or by email to gettingstarted@ageaction.ie
First Penance We wish the Boys and Girls in St Peter and Pauls and the Sisters of Charity well as they make their first Penance next week. We have them in our thoughts and prayers.
Al Anon Meeting Time Change Al-Anon offers understanding and support to Families and Friends of problem drinkers, in an Anonymous environment whether the Alcoholic is drinking or not. The new Meeting time is now 7.30pm to 9.30pm at Clonmel Resource Centre, Kickham St., Clonmel. All Welcome.
Family Carers Office Relocation now in Place4U Gladstone St. Mob: 086 1727048 Desk: 7447102, 7 447101
Email: clonmel@familycarers.ie
Trócaire Boxes Trócaire is an initiative of the Irish Church to help cater for needs in Third World Countries. Trócaire boxes are available in both Churches. Place in a prominent place in your home.
Weekly Boxes Parishioners, Weekly Boxes are now being delivered to your homes. If you have not received your box please contact the Parish Shop. If you do not have a box and you wish to use the weekly envelopes for contributions please contact the Parish Office/Shop.
Distributors, thank you for all your hard work.
HSE GUIDELINES ON CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19)
Guidance for Religious Services
We have been issued by the HSE guidelines in relation to the coronavirus. We would encourage the following to be
implemented at this time:
1. Holy Communion – extra vigilance in washing ones hands before administering Holy Communion. This applies to the celebrant and extraordinary ministers. Hand gels are provided.
2. It is advised that Holy Communion be given only into the hands, and not on the tongue at this time.
3. The HSE advise that only the priest receives from the Chalice at this time. (We will provide separate chalices to those who can receive from the chalice only)
4. While the shaking of hands is deemed to be low-risk and following sensible guidelines with regard to the Sign of Peace – perhaps it is best with this current outbreak that the Sign of Peace be confined to a smile or a bow and the shaking of hands be suspended for now. Please refrain from handshaking.
5. We advise those who have flu symptoms to remain at home. You can access a Mass on television or radio on 107.9 FM, or on EWTN
For our live-streaming service, go to www.churchservices.tv Search “Clonmel” and select SS Peter & Paul’s or St Marys.
6. All hand washing facilities will be well maintained, and all hard surfaces which are frequently touched e.g. door handles, hand rails, pews, will be regularly cleaned.
7. Holy Water fonts will not be used at this time.
If you have any concerns, please contact the HSE Live helpline on 1850 24 1850 for advice.
Canon Brendan Crowley & Fr Michael Toomey
Parish Pilgrimage
Following the directive from the Department of Foreign Affairs, the parish pilgrimage to Italy has now been cancelled.
Our tour operator, Joe Walsh Tours, will contact those who booked directly in the coming weeks, to discuss credit notes and refunds.
We do hope to re-arrange this trip again, and we thank our tour guides and operators who have worked hard in
this unprecedented time.
We also pray for all those who have been affected or who sadly have lost their lives to the corona virus at this time.
Fr Michael Toomey
