Parish Priest: Fr. Cathal Deery Tel: 028 68641 207 The Graan: 028 66322 2 St. Patrick’s Church Derrygonnelly live on www.churchservices.tv/derrygonnelly Email: [email protected] website: www.parishofbotha.com Facebook Page: Botha Parish Parish Office hours: Mon 7.30pm – 9.30pm; Wed 2pm - 5pm; Fri 2pm – 5pm.

MASSES FOR THE WEEK Immaculate Conception : Sunday 5th May 10am Mass, Anniversary, Joe McManus, Drumbeggan Monday 6th May Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 10am – 9pm. St Patrick’s Derrygonnelly: Sunday 5th May 11.30am Mass, Anniversary, Joey Jones, Fairview Park; Charles and Agnes Murphy, Tonagh; Deceased of Corrigan Family, Fairview Park; Phil and Gavin Meehan and deceased of Meehan Family, Derrygonnelly. Tuesday 7th May 7.30pm Mass, Anniversary, Mary and John James Dundas, Park and Margaret Meredith and Novena to St. Peregrine for all the sick. Wednesday 8th May 10am Mass. Thursday 9th May 10am Mass. Saturday 11th May 11am First Holy Communion Mass, St Patrick’s PS Sunday 12th May 11.30am Mass, Anniversary, John and Catherine Green, Drumcoohen; Green Family, Drumbeggan; John and Catherine McGullion, Sandhill. Sacred Heart Boho: Sunday 12th May 10am Mass, People of the Parish.

Recently Deceased: Kathleen McSherry (nee Hoy) /Cosbystown. May Kathleen now rest in peace.

Exposition of The Blessed Sacrament: in Immaculate Conception Monea on Monday from 10am-9pm. Time spent in adoration, brings many blessings and graces to the person, their families and our whole parish.

Exam Students: We remember all who are preparing for and sitting exams. If you wish to sponsor a student, please take a card and candle from the basket at the front of the altar and pray for them over the coming weeks.

First Holy Communion: We remember the nineteen boys and girls from St. Patrick’s P.S. who will receive the sacrament of First Holy Communion on Saturday. We pray for their parents and teachers and ask that these children may truly experience Jesus as the Bread of Life.

Mass of Healing: will take place on Saturday 25th May at 12pm in St. Patrick’s Church, Derrygonnelly, followed by refreshments in the community centre. Blessing of Graves: Sunday 21st July in Boho and Sunday 28th July in Monea and Derrygonnelly after the Sunday Masses.

Rosary at the Grottos: The Legion of Mary will recite the Holy Rosary at our Lady of Lourdes grotto, St. Patrick’s church, each morning at 10.30am during May (weather permitting). Please join us. Envelope Collection: last weekend amounted to £1445.00., Renovation £1620.00. Sincere thanks for your generous contributions. Derrygonnelly Altar Society: Collection after 11.30am Mass in St. Patrick’s on Sunday 12th May Saint Joseph's Young Priests' Society; Monthly Meeting on Thursday 9th May at 7pm in the Parish Meeting Room. The Promoters of S.J.Y.P.S. will visit the homes in the Parish in the coming weeks to collect the annual subscription, they also request your prayers for vocation to the Priesthood. Your continued support will be greatly appreciation. Parish Ministry Day on Lough Derg, Sat 18 May: This unique day on the Island offers the opportunity for people in lay ministry across all parishes and dioceses to gather together and enjoy an enriching spiritual experience. The theme for the day is ‘It is Christ we are serving ‘the guest speaker will be Mr. Jim Deeds. The day will begin at 10.30am and conclude with the Celebration of Eucharist at 3pm. Hospitality on the day includes tea/coffee & scones and a light lunch. Admission: €25/£22

SMA Retreat Centre, Dromatine: is offering two short retreats. Awareness and Mindful Living. Conducted by Martina and Patrick Sheehan. 10am Fri 10th – Sun 12th May2pm. Forgiveness; the journey from hurt to healing, freedom and peace. Conducted by Fr Des Corrigan SMA. Sat 22nd June 9.30am – 5pm. Contact Dromatine, Tel 028*30821964 or email: [email protected]

Botha Lourdes Support Group: are seeking nominations of sick persons who wish to travel to Lourdes in July 2019. If you wish to nominate anyone please ask their permission before putting their name forward and contact any committee member. Camp don Óige: a great summer camp opportunity for young people aged 12-14. July 23rd – 25th at Todd’s Leap, Ballygawley. £195 for three days of adventurous outdoor activities, with times of prayer and reflection, the celebration of Mass – a great way to spend some of the summer!! Places are limited, more information and booking forms can be found at www.clogherdonoige.org

Boho Community Hall: Easy on the Kneesy exercise classes continues on Tuesday’s at 1.30pm. Tutor - Jackie Cassidy. Derrygonnelly Harps GFC: Lotto £6300, Draw in Old Pals this Sunday night. Many club members and supporters are currently preparing for the Five County Charity Cycle, which takes place on Sunday May 19th. There are two events, 50km and 120 km, and monies raised will go towards the Children's Kidney Fund NI.

Darkness into Light: 5 km walk in aid of Pieta House on Saturday Morning 11th May, at the Castle Park Centre, at 4.15am. To register go to pietahouse.ie or contact the Oak Healthy Living Centre, Lisnaskea.

Award Nomination – Solás Wedding Ceremony Band (Adrian & Stephen McGurn, Sheena Rasdale, Eloise Jones and Lorena Maguire) have been nominated in the ‘Best Bridal Ceremony Music” category in the North-West Brides magazine 2019. It is an honour to be nominated and to have our music recognised. If you can spare a moment we would really appreciate your votes. You can vote via the following link: https://north-westbrides.com/2019-best- bridal-ceremony-music/ (worth 1 point) or via the North-West Brides magazine in local shops (postal vote worth 5 points). The voting closes on Friday 10th May 2019. Thanks, Solás.