KNOCKLYO JUNE 2004 ST. COLMCILLE'S PARISH a % 4 i3 1 w i ~« S- Hi • lews @ knocklyfenparish .com Anne Loughman . the 'new' chaplain at St. Colmcille's Community School One is immediately struck by the extra- her Mum had come to live with herself, ordinary enthusiasm and zest Anne Mike and the family, so this was a busy Loughman has for her position, and by time for them all. Mike and the family her huge interest and caring for the supported Anne magnificently during young adults in her pastoral care. this period, and the children even Anne, though originally from Cavan, typed her projects and essays, which now lives in Templeogue with her hus- was a great source of amusement for band, Mike - a primary school teacher, the people on the course! Out of this and their four children — Sarah (25), came the desire to do Chaplaincy Michael (24), Ruth (20) and Hugh (14). work, but there were very few open- Anne studied English and History at ings in this field. Anne was approached UCD and during her final year her faith by a couple who offered to sponsor her became very much alive. She com- to work in a new developing parish — menced her teaching career in Colaiste Lucan South — for three years, as part Dhulaigh in Coolock - teaching English of the Parish Team. Anne enjoyed this and Religion. During that time she com- job immensely, her work included pleted a two-year diploma in Catechetics at night. parish visitation, Young Mothers Support Groups and Having met and married Mike in 1977 Anne left Colaiste Youth Weekends, etc. This work led to a course on Dhulaigh in 1979 to rear her family. Spiritual Direction in Manresa. This was a two-year However, Anne continued to be active in pastoral course over weekends. work, on a voluntary basis, in her own parish, and other About the same time Anne and Mike were invited to parishes and prayer groups. Mike and Anne completed a participate in a Marriage Programme called Prayer Guides' Course in Manresa, with the Jesuits, to 'Retrouvaille' — French for Rediscover, a programme help their own faith mature, and to enable them to be designed to provide couples with the tools necessary to with other people on their faith journey. work on the different areas of their relationship. "The In the late 80's Anne was invited to contribute a best investment ever in our relationship," Anne says. monthly reflection for a magazine 'New Creation', on They are now presenters on a voluntary basis of this where God was in the bits and pieces of her life. This she weekend programme. found very worthwhile - as on a monthly basis one had In 2003 Anne responded to a Diocesan advertisement to sit down and reflect on one's own life; and family. for Chaplains. Following a successful interview, Anne The children used to joke when Anne was writing her worked in the Community School in Confey, Co. article, "Well, Mam, who are you writing about this Kildare, replacing a Chaplain on maternity leave. Anne month?" ... as it would often be based on a situation was re-interviewed by the Diocese last summer and was they had experienced, directly or indirectly. appointed to the position of Chaplain to St. Colmcille's In 1991 Anne was invited to Fanore, Co. Clare, to a Community School. She feels blessed in obtaining such camp for families - 'Camp with the Lord'. This was a a position working with the young people. It has been family camping holiday with time for Eucharist — a mix- a good partnership so far, working with the Priests in ture of prayer, faith and fun. This became a really impor- the Parish, getting to know some of the people in the tant week in the lives of the children. They met families Parish who have worked with Anne on the first year from all over Ireland, including Northern Ireland — retreats. young adults and teenagers whose faith was important. Anne's hope would be that young people would know The family still go to Fanore — a beautiful spot between deeply that they are loved unconditionally by the God the Burren and the sea - on a yearly basis. There is a who created them. Jn 10:10: "I came that you might great sense of community which has grown over the have life, life in all its fullness" - Jesus' desire for each years - a lot of the original families attend, along with of us, especially for young people. new families, and it's a great place for people to tell their We are privileged to have such an enthusiastic and story, and the scene of much healing. warm-hearted person looking after the spiritual needs of In 1996-1997 Anne felt drawn to a course being run at the young people of Knocklyon in the Community All Hallows on Pastoral Leadership. Anne felt this was a School. really blessed but tough year. Anne's Dad had died and — Sylvia Doyle Templeogue Window Cleaning CHURCH SHOP Residential & Commercial For a selection of Cards, Books and Gifts. Open: Weekdays after 10 o'clock Mass; Call Brian anytime - 087-625 8443; 01-493 0387 Sundays, 10 a.m.-1.30 p.m. JOHN G. BASQUEL & CO. 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Make an appointment with one of priests of own Wedding Booklets should show a draft to the Parish to complete a Pre-Nuptial Enquiry the priest before having them printed. Form which must be completed within 6 months of your pending marriage. For this pur- Other Considerations pose, you will require Singer/Organist: If you wish to employ your i) a recent copy of your Baptismal Certificate own organist, singer or musicians, you should ii) your Confirmation Certificate and contact the Church you have chosen. iii) letters of freedom which may be obtained Rehearsals: If you are having a rehearsal, from any parish you may have lived in for please arrange this with both the the priest offi- six months or more since you reached the ciating at the marriage and the Church itself. aged of sixteen. Flower Arrangements: It is best that you con- tact the Church about flowers before making Pre-Marriage Preparation any commitments as they may have particular Within the Dublin Diocese, you are required to requirements. Helping Children cope with grief and separation Over the last year, Rainbows have organised a very suc- cessful programme for 35 children to help them cope with their grief resulting from a death or separation. Although this programme was a success, it is felt that there are many more children within our community who could benefit from participating in this programme. If you feel that you would like more information or could help please contact the Rainbows Co-ordinator V*^ c/o Parish Office at 4941204. RAINBOWS 1 7 /f m i PARISH WEEK ^ St Colmcille's Parish 2004 SUMMER MASS TIMES beginning 28th June 2004 22nd to 25th June Monday to Friday 10.00 a.m. & 7.00 p.m. only Tuesday, 22nd June - 8.00 p.m. Bingo - a fun night is guaranteed with great prizes. Saturday & Sunday Community Centre as normal Admission at Door Wednesday, 23rd June - 7.30 p.m. KAIES 'Friendship Through Flowers' Talent Show - get your act together Community Centre Application Forms from Parish Office Thursday, 24th June - 7.00 p.m. Pet Show - start grooming your pet Venue: Green in front of the Church Application Forms from Parish Office Friday, 25th June - 8.00 p.m. Mary Calnan (extreme left), teacher, and her 'Friendship Through Flowers' group at the recent KAIES exhibition in Table Quiz - knock the cobwebs off the the Community Centre. brain and get some of your friends to do SUMMER IN ORLAGH the same and form a team. Why not use part of the summer for some spiritual nourish- Community Centre ment as well as long awaited refreshment.