Carraroe Newsletter

1. The Sick and Housebound: Mass is on 107FM.
Just tune your radio before Mass. Please let the
housebound know about this service in your
area.
ROSARY for the Month Of December
Martin Scanlon
Readers Eucharistic Ministries
ALTAR
SOCIETY
7th Dec
Mary Kivelehan,
Mary T Scanlon,
Mary Dunbar
14th Dec
Angela
Loughlin,
Evelyn Kilcullen
6th Dec
7th Dec
13th Dec
14th Dec
7:30pm
9:30am
11:30am
7:30pm
9:30am
11:30am
Carraroe N.S.
Fergal Kelly
Jean Jordan
Geraldine Lynch
Carraroe N.S
Carol Kearney
Maureen Casey&
Mary Davey
Martin F Scanlon
Mary C Scanlon &
Sheila Murphy
Mary Harkin &
Nuala Flanagan
Paula Rochford Nevin
Rose Casey &
Tom McGowan
Collectors
Gregory Kelly
T O Callaghan
F Hargadon
S Duffy
J Mc Hale
Gregory Kelly
T O Callaghan
F Hargadon
S Duffy
J Mc Hale
Mass Times & Intentions
Sat 7:30pm Jim Gilmartin & Nell Boyle (Annis)
Sun 9:30am Michael Curran (Birthday Rem)
Sun 11:30am Hugh Rooney & Dec Members (Annis)
Feast of the Immaculate Conception
Mon 10:00am
Mon 7:30pm Kathleen Begley
Tue No Morning Mass
Wed 10:00am
Thur 10:00am
Fri 10:00am Mary McGarty (Anni)
Sat 7:30pm Martin Davey (Anni)
Sun 9:30am
Sun 11:30am Fred Kelly (Anni)
Eucharistic Ministers
Please call and collect your new Rota which is now available in the
sacristy after all Masses.
St Johns Church Carraroe
Parish Newsletter
Sunday 7th December 2014
Second Sunday of Advent
Mass Times: Saturday 7:30pm Sunday 9:30am & 11:30am
Holidays 10:00am & 7:30pm
Priest: Fr Jim Murray, Email: carraroe@holywellsligo.com
Phone: 071-9162136 Mobile: 087-8198466Websites:
www.carraroechurchsligo.com www.holywellsligo.com
Reflection - Understand Advent "The birth of
Christ is the central event in the history of the earth -- the very
thing the whole story has been about." -- C.S. LewisAdvent is
the first season in the church calendar. Since the 7th century
A.D., Christians have included this celebration in their
preparation for Christmas Day. Beginning four Sundays
before Christmas, its purpose is twofold: first, it prepares us
for the celebration of the birth of Christ and second, it reminds us that we are eagerly
waiting for Jesus' return in glory. The word "advent" originates from the Latin word
advenio which means coming to. Advent is the time when we focus on Christ coming to
the world. Throughout history, the Israelites anticipated the coming of their Messiah.
In the Old Testament, over 400 scriptures and prophecies outline His birth, life, death,
resurrection, and return. God had a plan to redeem His people. He declared His plan
to His prophets over the centuries and is fulfilling His Word even now.” Prepare the
way of the Lord" serves as a main theme of this season. As we get ready for
Christmas, we should not neglect to prepare our lives for Jesus, who came as "the
light of the world." His light penetrated a dark world, which allowed all to see their
Messiah, and the hope of their future. Today we need to be prepared for the coming of
Christ. Learning more about what the Bible reveals about Christ's return will enable
us to understand the possible significance of world events. Be ready and watchful, for
the light of the world has come and will surely come again.
Helping Out

2. Tobernalt Holy Well
Two kinds of Christmas Cards are now available based on the Holy Well
with prayers and reflections. Please call to the sacristy after Mass or
drop into the Presbytery. Sincere thanks to all who have recognised the
vast improvements at the Holy Well and the care and attention shown to
the grounds. Please continue to keep the grounds of the Holy Well tidy
and clean. Your support and help is appreciated.
Reflective Afternoon - Please Note
An Afternoon for all people who provide services in our Parish is available on 14th
December beginning at 2:30pm and concluding at 5pm with food. Places are limited.
As it is not possible to contact everyone Parish Counters and Collectors who are
interested should contact Fr. Jim before Tuesday 9th December.
Mass for the Family
Sincere thanks to all who attended our Mass on Tuesday for the family. A special
thank you to Fr Shane Gallagher from Donegal for an inspiring homily.
Parish Envelopes
All the Parish envelopes for the new Church year should be distributed to the various
areas. Sincere thanks to all our distributors. Please use your envelope during the
coming year. Your support is appreciated.
Also, our parish calendar for 2015 has many nice photographs, reflections from our
forthcoming parish history book and details of the liturgical calendar for the coming
year. It is a free gift given to you in thanksgiving.
Sunday Collection - 30th November 2014
Envelopes €1180, 35
Loose Change € 434.65
Parish Poor € 10.00
Total envelopes returned 174 out of 1,100 distributed
Carraroe Community Centre
Exercise Classes
Are you an older adult interested in improving your fitness, flexibility and general
well being in a fun and friendly environment? Classes every Wednesday at 10:30am.
Please come along.
Weight Watchers Classes - for men and women every Thursday morning 9 to
10am and Thursday evening 7 to 8pm in Carraroe Community Centre. Leader Ann
Keenan 0872362487.
Cards : continue on Tuesday's at 9o'clock in the Community Centre. All are
welcome to come along and take part.
Speech and Drama: Every Wednesday beginning at 6pm
Church Bookstand
Rosary Card - The Mysteries of the Rosary
St. Martin - Exploring many items
Tobernalt Holy Well Prayer Book - Novenas for Peace and the Family.
Tobernalt History Book - Penal Ireland/ Exploring the Holy Well
Vocations Cards and more.
Parish Choir
Please note the Parish Choir meets on Monday nights for
rehearsals at 8:00pm. New members are welcome to
come along. Please contact the Parish Office for more
information.
Carraroe & District Regeneration Association - Social Meeting
Social Gathering takes place on Sunday 7th December at 10 am and
12 noon in Carraroe Community Centre. There is no charge for this
event and complimentary tea and biscuits with biscuits will be
provided. All are welcome.
Bishops Pastoral Letter - On Education
Copies of the Bishops pastoral letter are available at the back
and side door of the Church for the final week.
Please take a copy after Mass.
Accord - Sligo
ACCORD Services Sligo offers a confidential and affordable professional counselling
service for marriage and relationship problems. For appointment Phone: 071-
9145641 or e-mail: accordsligo@eircom.net We also provide Pre-Marriage courses on
a regular basis. These can be booked online at www.accord.ie
Holy Hill Hermitage
December 7th is the First Sunday. As usual, the grounds are open to visitors. Some
jams and Advent wreaths will be available. Please note that this year we will have no
open Sunday in January or February. So the next open Sunday will be in March.
Your visits are special to the community that includes the Young Adult Choir here for
a monastic program.
Co Sligo Flower & Garden Club are hosting an Xmas Party Night &
flower Demo, titled “Mix & Match Seasonal Ingredients” by Margaret
Mulchinock, supporting the NW Simon Community, in the Sligo Park Hotel
on Monday 8th December at 8pm. Non members welcome, €10 entry.