Recent Deaths : Tim O Connor , Long Island, New York, U.S.A. and Late of Coolroe

The1. Parish of Ballymacelligott 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time 21st / nd Recent22 Deaths July : Tim2012. O’ Connor, Long Island, New York, U.S.A. and late of Coolroe, Padre Pio: The next Evening of Devotions in honour of St. Pio of Pietrelcina (Padre Pio) th Killorglin. will take place in St. Brendan’s Church, Clogher, next Thursday, 26 July 2012, Kitty Brown (née Savage), Kilmarnock, Scotland, and late of Kilquane. beginning at 7.15p.m.

Masses during the Week Collectors in Clogher Church for August 2012 Vigil. 8.00pm - Clogher, Denis O’ Mahony, Muingaminane (5th Anniv.) Vigil 8.00 pm - Tom Mc Carthy, Fionnán and James Griffin. Sun. 10.00am - Ballymac, Jack Lynch, Tonreigh (14th Anniv.) 11.30am - John Joe O’ Connor, Jonathan Keane and James. 11.30am - Clogher, Paddy and Catherine Godley, Ballyfinogue, Rathanny, (Anniv.) ‘ The Men Will Talk To Me’, Kerry interviews by Ernie O’ Malley, a new book Mon. 7.30pm - Clogher, Kit Mannix, Ballydwyer (22nd Anniv.) compiled by Cormac O’ Malley and Tim Horgan is now available at Ballymacelligott Tues. 10.00am - Clogher, Tim O’ Connor, Long Island, NewYork, U.S.A. Post Office. Lots of local details in the book about the 1917 to 1923 period Wed. 10.00am - Ballymac, Thurs 7.15pm - Clogher, Padre Pio Devotions. Knock Summer Festival : The Knock Summer Festival is taking place on Saturday next, th Fri. 10.00am - Clogher, + Exposition at 9.30am. 28 July 2012. This day will be full of talks, workshops, music, prayer and reflection. The Sat. 10.00am - Ballymac, Kitty Brown (née Savage), Kilmarnock, Scotland, and late theme for the day is ‘ONE’. One Love, One Community, One Body, in relation to the of Kilquane Church. It is for all people aged 17 – 30. The day is free of charge. Why not come and join Vigil 8.00pm - Clogher, Jeremiah and Margaret Herlihy, Kielbawn (Anniv.) us for this day. For more info check out www. knock-shrine.ie/youthfestival,or call Helen on Sun. 10.00am - Ballymac,Micheál Reidy, Cloghermore (5th Anniv.) 0876927850. Find us on Facebook Knock Summer Festival. 11.30am - Clogher, Tadhg O’ Connell, Raemore (6th Anniv.) Irish Blood Taransfusion Service sends a special thank to the 676 Donors who Rota in Clogher & Ballymac Churches for 28 th / 29 th July 2012 attended their Clinics in Tralee. These donors have helped to bring life and hope to Ministers of the Word : 8.00pm – John O’ Connor./ 11.30am – Ann Marie Jones. hospital patents who need blood. Eucharistic Ministers :8.00pm - Lil O’ Leary / 11.30am – Kay Dowling. Ballymac 10.00am - Siobhán O’ Sullivan. Back to Education: Tralee Community College are currently accepting applications for Altar Servers Rota : 8.00pm - Team A:.Thérese, Claire and Eoghan and Alusin Jah. their full time PLC courses which are due to start next September. Courses are aimed at 11.30am - Team B: Ciara , Lisa, Maurice and Darran. school leavers, the unemployed and those who wish to upskill. Some of the courses Ballymac: 10.00am - Rachel , Paul, Joseph, Áine, Cáit & Cian. available include: Office Administration and Computer Applications, Secretarial studies (Medical and Legal), Applied Social Studies, Engineering, Construction Studies, Weekend Offertory Collection: Total = € 973.14 Childcare, Interior Design, Classroom Assistant / Special Needs Assistant, Sport and of which Weekly Parish Envelopes = € 711.80 Recreation, Applied Social Studies, Security, Journalism, Business, Accounting Technician, Art, Craft & Design, Furniture Making, Nursing Studies, Carers, Beauty Baptism: Last Saturday, 14th July 2012, in St. Brendan’s Church, Clogher, we Therapy, Pharmacy, Programming and Web Design, Multimedia, Security Studies, Retail welcomed Baby Hannah Olivia O’ Rahilly, daughter of Ruairi and Olivia O’ Rahilly (née Management etc. Canty) living in Mweenalaa, into our parish community. As we congratulate Olivia and FETAC Qualifications are recognised in Ireland and abroad. Mature students do not need Ruairi, we ask the Lord to continue to bless them and Baby Hannah and her older brother, to have the Leaving Cert. Progression available for these courses to Institutes of Liam, in every possible way, both now and in the future. Technology and Universities. If you are interested in applying please contact the college on 066-7121741 or apply on line at www.traleecc.com Grants and Back to Education Allowance are available. Enquiries about entitlements and grants to Kerry Education Cemetery Masses : Services. Clogher: Tuesday, 7th August 2012, at 8.00p.m., preceded by the Rosary at 7.45p.m.. Nohoval : Monday, 13th August 2012, at 8.00p.m. preceded by the Rosary at 7.45p.m.. Used Postage Stamps : These can be handed in to Our Lady and St. Brendan’s Church, Ballyseedy Cemetery Masses will be arranged later. Tralee in aid of the Missions. Vocations : The Church needs faithful shepherds to teach and build up the unity of the Kerry Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes: This pilgrimage led by Bishop Bill Murphy will church. Called to be a priest? Contact Vocations Director Fr. Liam Lovell take place from 2nd – 7th September 2012. Flight ex Kerry Airport Cost €740. ([email protected]) Contact 064-7758219. Tralee Pilgrimage to Lourdes : 2nd – 7th October 2012. Direct flight from Kerry Airport. Irish Heart Foundation Collection: This Church Gate collection will take place next Spiritual Directors: Fr. Kieran O’ Brien and Fr. Brendan Walsh. Contact Sol Travel, Tralee weekend 28th & 29th July 2012 before all Masses on 066-7185940. Alcholics Anonymous : Are you worried about your drinking habits? Do you think you may have a drink problem? Contact your local AA meeting or telephone 066-7127820 or 087-0522911 for information or advice.

S.V.P. shop at Friary Lane, Tralee: S.V.P. is dedicated to alleviate poverty and support those who experience crises in their lives. They help in all cases of immediate need, on a ‘person to person’ basis They are dependant on peoples generosity so please support their shop which is now open on Saturdays from 12 to 4pm. Tel 7122706. For assistance, don’t hesitate to contact them at 087-7848825 or Office 7128021-Trale

Training for Pastoral Leaders: The Diocese of Kerry will run a certified training programme for people involved in parish pastoral councils, liturgy groups, finance committees and safeguarding children committees. This course aims to nurture and deepen people’s faith, developing the confidence and competence of those involved in parish ministry and enabling them to make a greater contribution to the life of their parish and the Church. It will also equip parish leaders with the knowledge, skills and practice needed to be effective in parish ministry. The course will be run in two venues. John Paul II Pastoral Centre, Killarney, starting on Monday, 24th of September 2012, and St. Brendan’s Pastoral Centre, Upper Rock St. Tralee on Wednesday 26th September 2012. The course will be taught in each of the two venues over 20 nights, 10 nights before Christmas 2012 and 10 nights in Spring 2013. For further information, contact : Frances Rowland @ 064-6630538 or email: francesrowland@dioceseofkerry or check out www.dioceseofkerry.ie

Seats in the Porches: The seats in the porches of both churches were put there a couple of years ago by the Parish Pastoral Council to accommodate parents with children who might be noisy or a source of distraction for other Mass-goers. We would ask that those seats be reserved for such please.

Altar Servers Rota forClogher :. Team A : Thérese, Claire and Eoghan and Alusin Jah. Team B :. Ciara , Lisa, Maurice and Daragh. Team C : Tommy, Dáire, Dylan, and Daragh. Team D : Oonagh, Róisín, Laura & Niamh.. Ballymac: Rachel, Paul, Joseph, Áine, Cáit & Cian.

Mount St. Joseph’s Abbey, Roscrea: The Cistercian Monks welcome people from very varied backgrounds to their Guesthouse, a place of peace and serenity. Some may just want a quiet time to reflect and rest, away from the stress of everyday life, while others may be seeking solace in distress or trying to discern the Lord’s will for them. Whatever! Why not avail of the experience that the serenity of the place and the calm of the Guesthouse gives to nourish you during your stay and, hopefully, stay with you when you leave and return to your everyday life. There are also many fine walks around the grounds, giving the visitor time and space to enjoy the peaceful landscape of this area. If interested phone 050525600 or Email [email protected]