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Parish Bulletin 2026-05-10

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# He is Risen, Alleluia

## Holy Cross Church, Dunfanaghy

Fr. Martin Doohan P.P

Clondahorkey. (Dunfanaghy & Creeslough).

Tel: 074-91-36163 Mobile: 087-6132132

Fr. John Joe Duffy C.C. Creeslough

Tel: 074-91-38011 Mobile: 087-3143532

6th Sunday in Ordinary Time - 10th May 2026

## Masses for the Coming Week

| Mon | 9.30am | A Special Intention |

| --- | --- | --- |

| Tue | 9.30am | A Special Intention |

| Wed | 9.30am | Mass of St. Peregrine |

| Thur | --- | No Mass ● |

| Fri | 9.30am | The Holy Souls |

| Sat | 6.00pm | Sadie & Paddy McGinley, Cottage |

| Sun | 10.00am | Mary McFadden, Greenhill |

| | 11.30am | Christopher Cox, Ards |

**PLEASE NOTE CHANGES OF MASS TIMES ABOVE**

The Candle of Remembrance for the coming week will be lit in loving memory of

James & Jeannie Coll,

Rockhill

Seamus Coll, Breaghy

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Lilelvja! Christ, having risen from the dead, dies now no more + death shall no longer have dominion over him

## Be Nourished by the Cucharist

## Prayers for our Dead

Peri Bonar, Hornhead; Michael Ferry, Crosshill, Glasgow; Seamus Coll, Breaghy; James & Jeannie Coll, Rockhill; Sadie & Paddy McGinley, Cottage Rd.; Mary McFadden, Greenhill, Christopher Cox, Ards

## Eucharistic Adoration

Each Tuesday in Our Lady’s Oratory from 7.30pm – 8.45pm. Concludes with Rosary at 8pm. All welcome.

## Confession

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## Defentory Collection

Last week you gave €1180 to the Offertory collection. The Trocaire collection came to €1400. Please see letter from Trocaire thanking us for this on our church notice board. Holy Places collection came to €645 and this has been lodged with the Diocesan office to forward to those in need.

## The Sick & Housebound

The Sick & Housebound will be visited on Monday 11th May 2026 beginning at 12.00 noon approx..

## Alleluia Alleluia Alleluia Alleluia Alleluia

‘If you want somebody to understand what the major intellects of the world religions mean by God, you could do a great deal worse than introduce them to Anna.’

Archbishop of Canterbury Dr Rowan Williams is among the many fans of Mister God, This is Anna, the story of four-year-old Anna and her friendship with 16-year-old Fynn, the author. Anna’s outpourings on life, science and God, or ‘Mister God’ as she calls him, have entranced readers for years, bursting as they do with joy, inquisitiveness and insight. During a discussion on ‘Mister God’ and the ways in which he is different from people, Anna concludes: ‘So you see, Fynn, people can’t talk about Mister God from the outside; you can only talk about Mister God from the inside of him.’

As an illustration of the mystery of God’s presence with us, it goes a long way. It is this mystery that Jesus breaks down for his disciples in today’s Gospel when he promises to send his Spirit to be with them: ‘On that day you will understand that I am in my Father and you in me and I in you’. Four-year-old Anna seems to have a handle on this mystery.

## Prayers of the Angel

“My God, I believe, I adore, I hope and I love You! I ask pardon of You for all those who do not believe, do not adore, do not hope and do not love You!”

“Most Holy Trinity: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, I adore You profoundly, and I offer You the most precious Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity of Jesus Christ, present in all tabernacles of the world, in reparation for the outrages, sacrileges and indifferences with which He Himself is offended. And, through the infinite merits of His most Sacred Heart, and the Immaculate Heart of Mary, I beg of You the conversion of poor sinners.”

## Easter is God’s Refusal that Anyone should Be left for Dead

Life is like a piano; the white keys represent happiness and the black show sadness. But as you go through life’s journey, remember that the black keys also create music.

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# Parish of Stranorlar

## Church of Mary Immaculate

**PRIESTS:**

Rev. Kieran McAteer, P.P. Tel. 9131135 or 087 3496172

Rev. Vincent Finnegan, C.C. Tel 9131157 or 087 7031366

St. Mary’s Parish Centre Tel 9175853

St. Vincent de Paul Tel 087 9955351

**BIC:** BOFIIE2D IBAN:IE69BOFI90471228947482

Bethany Bereavement Tel 089 4402787

Mon - Friday 10am - 6pm.

Parish Website - www.stranorlarparish.ie

Email - stranorlarparish@gmail.com

Live Streaming - churchservices.tv/stranorlar

Facebook - St Mary’s RC Parish Stranorlar

## 6th Sunday of Easter ~ 10th May 2026

**MASSES:**

Saturday - 6pm (Vigil) Sunday - 9am & 11am

Weekdays: Monday ~ Friday 10am. Saturday 10am

**CONFESSIONS:**

Saturday 12pm - 1pm & 5.15pm - 5.45pm.

**ADORATION:**

Thursday 10.30am - 10.00pm.

**BAPTISMS:**

Every Sunday -12 noon & 1st Saturday of every month. To book contact the Parish Office on 9131135 on Fridays between 10am & 12.30pm or by email stranorlarparish@gmail.com.

**Please give two weeks notice**

**Bishop Philip Boyce, OCD, Emeritus Bishop of Raphoe:**

will celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of his priestly ordination with Mass in St. Eunan's Cathedral on this Sunday May 10th at 3pm, followed by light refreshments at Loreto Secondary School. Parishioners throughout our diocesan community are most welcome to attend.

**Tea Day:**

will take place on Tuesday May 12th in the Alzheimer Office at Dunfril House, Chestnut Rd, Ballybofey. It will be during our Social Club service from 11am-1pm.

**P.P.C. Meeting:**

will take place on Thursday May 14th at 8pm in the Parish Centre.

**Rosary for May:**

The rosary will be prayed in the chapel every evening Monday to Friday at 7pm during the month of May. Everyone welcome.

**The Annual Blessing of the Graves:**

will take place on Sunday May 31st, at 5pm in Drumboe Cemetery & 6.30pm in Stranorlar Cemetery.

**First Holy Communion 2026:**

We congratulate the boys & girls from St. Mary’s National School who made their First Communion yesterday. Many people contributed to this ceremony making it a wonderful occasion. We thank all concerned very sincerely.

**First Holy Communion 2026:**

The 2nd class children from Dooish National School & Robertson National School will receive their First Holy Communion next Saturday May 17th at 11.30am.

**National Epilepsy Week 2026:**

takes place on May 18th to May 25th. For further information, please visit www.epilepsy.ie/content/national-epilepsy-week-2026-epilepsyweek.

**A Holy Spirit Retreat:**

will take place in Ark of Mir, Killadoon, Co. Mayo, from Friday May 22nd to Sunday May 24th led by Fr. Shane Gallagher. Please contact 086 606 4327 for more information.

**Holy Hour:**

will take place in the Parish Centre on Monday May 25th at 7.30pm. This will include 30 mins Adoration, talk on Power of the Eucharist & the opportunity for questions followed by a cup of tea. Everyone welcome.

**41st All Ireland Rosary Rally:**

will take place at Knock Shrine on Saturday June 6th. A bus will leave Letterkenny Cathedral Car Park at 6.30 am. The return fare is €25. To book please contact, Frances (Letterkenny) on 086 351 8815, Mary (Ballybofey) 087 758 6350, Kathleen (Donegal Town) 087 657 9222 & Fr. Rory Brady (Ballyshannon) 071 985 1295.

**Medjugorje Pilgrimage 2026:**

The 45th Anniversary Pilgrimage will take place from June 24th to July 1st for 7 nights departing Dublin to Mostar, return Split to Dublin. Cost is €855 p.p. sharing. Single room supplement €170. For more information, please contact Ursula on 087 296 0562.

**The Raphoe Diocesan Safeguarding:**

The latest edition of the Safeguarding Newsletter is now available. Copies are in the porches & on the noticeboards. It can be viewed online on the Diocesan Website under Safeguarding - Spring Newsletter 2026. Useful contact numbers are included.

**Old Parish Centre:**

We are delighted that the refurbishment has started on the old Parish Centre. However, this will cause some inconvenience coming and going out of the carpark over the next few weeks. We thank you for your patience and understanding.

**Pioneer Total Abstinence Association:**

There is a national consultation of pioneers beginning shortly. All the information is available online on https://www.pioneers.ie/consultation, where you will also find individual images for each of the venues suitable for sharing via email & social media, along with a short presentation. This tab will be updated regularly as the consultations progress.

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Church of St Joseph & St Conal, Bruckless

Fr Morty O'Shea, SOLT Tel: 074 97 36007

E-mail: parishofficebruckless@gmail.com

SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER

Saturday 9th / Sunday 10th May 2026 - Year A

Parish Newsletter available online at: - tiny.cc/PBNL

| MASS TIMES | | ANNIVERSARIES/INTENTIONS |

| --- | --- | --- |

| Saturday 9th May | 10:00am

6:30pm | Memorial Mass for Noreen Gillespie followed by interment of ashes.

Patsy and Maria Conaghan (Anniversaries) |

| Sunday 10th May | 11:00am

7:00pm | Holy Mass

Cenacle |

| Monday 11th May | 10:00am | Holy Mass |

| Tuesday 12th May | 10:00am | Holy Mass |

| Wednesday 13th May | 10:00am | Kay Reilly |

| Thursday 14th May | 10:00am | Holy Mass |

| Friday 15th May | 10:00am

10:30am – 3pm | Holy Mass

Eucharistic Adoration |

| Saturday 16th May | 12:00 Noon

6:30pm | First Holy Communion

Frank Darcy (Anniversary) |

| Sunday 17th May | 11:00am

7:00pm | Holy Mass

Cenacle |

**CONFESSIONS:**

Saturday 10:30am till 11:00am.

Available anytime on request.

**St Vincent DePaul Bruckless/Dunkineely:**

Confidential contact number 087 3426068

**Lough Derg; A One-Day Retreat to Lough Derg from the parish is taking place on Monday 25th May.** Bus will leave Bruckless Chapel Car Park at 8:15am. Those interested should contact Ethna Erskine at 074 97 37025

Church Envelopes If you are new to the area or would like a box please contact the Parish Office on 074 9737015 or email parishofficebruckless@gmail.com

You may contribute by Direct Debit/Online Banking if you wish. Bank details: Bank of Ireland, Killybegs

Sunday Envelopes: Killaghtee Parish Church account: IBAN: IE35 BOFI 9049 0729 4874 30

Parish Projects: Killaghtee Parish Repair Fund: IBAN IE28 BOFI 9049 0729 1660 98

DATES FOR 2026 First Holy Communion will take place next Saturday 16th May at 12noon

Cemetery Sunday Blessing of Graves will take place on Sunday 9th August 2026 after 11:00am Mass

Bishop Philip Boyce, OCD, Emeritus Bishop of Raphoe, will celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of his priestly ordination with Mass in St. Eunan's Cathedral on Sunday 10th May 3pm, followed by light refreshments at Loreto Secondary School. Parishioners throughout our diocesan community are most welcome to attend.

HOLY SPIRIT: The annual novena for the 9 days prior to Pentecost begins Friday May 15th and is at tiny.cc/HSNOVENA. It is a way of being in spiritual union with Our Lady and the disciples as they awaited the first coming of the Holy Spirit - the Lord and giver of life. Daily Holy Spirit prayer at tiny.cc/HSPRAYER

A Holy Spirit Retreat from Friday 22nd May to Sunday 24th May led by Fr. Shane Gallagher will take place in Ark of Mir (Jim Browne's House of Prayer) Killadoon, Co. Mayo. Please contact 0866064327 for info.

The 2026 Public Rosary for Peace, in honour of our Lady of Fatima, is being held this year on 16th May, at 4.00p.m, in public places, within communities, all over Ireland. Our nearest venue is at Our Lady's Grotto, on Fintra Road, Killybegs, and we would ask for as many people as possible to join with us this year at 4 O'Clock on the Saturday afternoon to pray for peace throughout the world and a return to God in faith.

PRO-LIFE: This was the homily of Bishop Kevin Doran at Monday's March For Life tiny.cc/BKDM4L Human life begins at conception. The right to life is the foundation of all other rights.

National Epilepsy Week 2026 takes place on 18th May - 25th May. For further information, please visit www.epilepsy.ie/content/national-epilepsy-week-2026-epilepsyweek.

DUNKINESLY N.S. Job Advertisement: School Caretaker/Cleaner Job Title: School Caretaker/Cleaner (Term Time Only) Location: Dunkineely National School Hours: 10 hours per week approx. Monday to Friday. Job Summary: We are seeking a reliable and motivated caretaker/cleaner to join our school team. The successful candidate will ensure a high standard of cleanliness, safety, and hygiene across our premises for students and staff.

Key Responsibilities: Cleaning Duties: Sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and sanitizing classrooms, corridors, and staff areas. Thoroughly cleaning and disinfecting toilets and replenishing soap and paper products. Following Health and Safety guidelines regarding the safe handling and storage of cleaning materials. Caretaker Duties: Reporting any maintenance issues or safety hazards to the Principal. General care of the building

Requirements: Caretaker and previous cleaning experience preferred. Dependable with a strong work ethic. Must be willing to undergo Garda Vetting. Ability to work independently.

Why Join Us? Term-time only hours. Friendly working environment.

How to Apply: Please send your letter of application and references to dunkineelynationalschool@gmail.com or post to Dunkineely National School, Dunkineely, Co. Donegal, F94W744, before closing date May 15th 2026

PAROCHIAL HOUSE TEL. No's: Bruckless: 074 97 37015; Killybegs: 074 97 31013 or 074 97 31030; Inver Parish: 074 97 36006; Donegal Town: 074 97 21026 Undertaker: John B O'Donnell 0872769565

Notices for newsletter: email to parishofficebruckless@gmail.com Deadline 12noon on Thursdays

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Sixth Sunday of Easter

Paróiste Chill Taobhóige

Tithe Pobail Ghleann Fhinne agus

Leitir Bric

Sixth Sunday of Easter Year A—10th May 2026

An lith Lorván Ó Farraigh S.P.

Kiltyforigad, Eloghan, Lafford, encode: F93 P2YA

Fon: 074 9133007; Fon Poca: 087 2836732; riomhphost: (email) 9lorcan49@gmail.com

## Next Weekend Masses

Dé Sathairn—Saturday

Glenfinn @ 6.00 p.m

Dé Domhnaigh Sunday

Leitir-Bric @9.45am

Glenfinn @11.00am

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Confessions

After Mass any day and especially after Mass on Saturday after vigil Mass.

## Aifrinn na Seachtaine

Masses this week

Mass on Monday will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday of this week all Masses will be at 10 a.m.

The Monday evening Mass will be in Leitir Bric.

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May Intentions of our Holy Father Pope Leo XIV

Let us pray that everyone might have food, from large producers to small consumers and be committed to avoid wasting food and to ensure that everyone has access to quality food.

## Arranged Masses

Sunday 10th May 9.45 a.m

Francie Ward

8th anniversary.

11 a.m.

Patsy McGinty

6th anniversary.

Monday 11th May 7 p.m. (L.B.)

Mary B. O'Connor

25th anniversary & Eddie Moy.

Wednesday 13th May 10 a.m. (L.B.)

Molly & Joe McGettigan.

Sunday 17th May 9.45 a.m.

Cathal Bonner 13th anniversary.

11 a.m.

Charlie (15th) & Paddy (48th) McMenamin

Anniversaries

& parents Fanny & Francie.

Saturday 23rd May 6 p.m.

Kevin Herron

Died 9th May 2025 in London

Burial of cremains in Kilteevogue 5 p.m.

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Thoughts on the Readings for the Sixth Sunday of Easter

The common theme of John's Gospel which we are reading these weeks is the fact that Jesus, following his resurrection, has left us and returned to his Father. At the same time, he is still with us, but in a different way from before his death on the cross. And today's readings tell us that it is through the Spirit of the Father and the Son that that presence is experienced by us. We see this clearly expressed in today's Gospel passage. Jesus is telling his disciples at the Last Supper that, through the Spirit, he will continue to be with them—and us—forever. He calls the Spirit an 'Advocate'. In other biblical translations he is called a 'Counsellor' (NRSV, NIV), 'Comforter' (King James), Counsellor, Helper, Intercessor, Advocate, Strengthener, Standby (Amplified Bible), Advocate (NAB, NRSV). The Greek word is parakletos, from which comes the older word 'Paraclete'. Basically a 'paraclete' is someone like a defence lawyer, someone who stands by you in court and gives you support, advice and comfort in difficult situations where you need help. That is precisely the role of the Spirit in our Christian life. The Spirit teaches, guides, supports, consoles and comforts as we try to be faithful in our following of Christ's Way.

## CLG GHLENN FHINNE

Lotto numbers for Tuesday 21st April were 28-4-6-1-3-7-2-5.

Congratulations to Kate McNulty, Marie Logue and Bernie Bonner who wins €20 each. The jackpot next week is €10,000.

All County League Division One

Gleann Fhinne 3-05(14). Naomh Conaill 3-20(29)

All County League Division One B

Gleann Fhinne 1-15(18) Naomh Conaill 2-15(21)

## Fixtures

Sun 10th - All County Division 1B (Football) - Round 5

Aodh Ruadh Ballyshannon v Gleann Fhinne, Fr Tierney Park, 13:30

Sun 10th - All County League Division 1 (Football) - Round 5

Aodh Ruadh Ballyshannon v Gleann Fhinne, Fr Tierney Park, 15:00

Well done to the U16 boys who got off to a winning start in NRB Division Two League. A brilliant second half performance from the team secured the win against Red Hughs at Pairc Taobhóige. Next up for the side is a home game against Gael Fhanada.

## CSG GHLENN FHBNNE

Lotto numbers for Tuesday 21st April were 28-4-6-1-3-7-2-5.

Congratulations to Kate McNulty, Marie Logue and Bernie Bonner who wins €20 each. The jackpot next week is €10,000.

All County League Division One

Gleann Fhinne 3-05(14). Naomh Conaill 3-20(29)

All County League Division One B

Gleann Fhinne 1-15(18) Naomh Conaill 2-15(21)

## Fixtures

Sun 10th - All County Division 1B (Football) - Round 5

Aodh Ruadh Ballyshannon v Gleann Fhinne, Fr Tierney Park, 13:30

Sun 10th - All County League Division 1 (Football) - Round 5

Aodh Ruadh Ballyshannon v Gleann Fhinne, Fr Tierney Park, 15:00

## ASIST Training (Suicide Intervention)

This 2 day course will be held on the Friday 5th and Saturday 6th June 9am-5pm each day, in Ionad Pobail Ghleann Fhinne. The training is free of charge and lunch is provided. Please book your place with the Isaac Butt Heritage Centre staff at 074-9133108.

This a follow up on the very successful and meeting held on Thursday May 7th.

## LING-DANCING

FOR Absolute beginners—women, men and young people of all ages are very welcome. Kathleen Gallen is organising the classes in the Parochial Hall—starting Thursday 21st May—doors open 7 p.m. Dancing 7.30—9 p.m. 66 per class.

Contact Kathleen at 086 4043763

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Bishop Philip Boyce, OCD, Emeritus Bishop of Raphoe, will celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of his priestly ordination with Mass in St. Eunan's Cathedral this Sunday 10th May 3pm, followed by light refreshments at Loreto Secondary School. Parishioners throughout our diocesan community are most welcome to attend. You are of course included in that group. You will be most welcome.

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Kincasslagh Parish Newsletter, 10th May, 2026

Tel: 074 954 2006 – 086 2300 620 - Email: frpatward@gmail.com - Kincasslagh Parish - Web: www.kincasslagh.ie - SVP 087 050 7895

St. Mary's Church, Kincasslagh

| Day | time | Masses this week |

| --- | --- | --- |

| Sun 10 | 11 | Rose Gallagher, Gortnasade |

| | | Neil O'Donnell, (Den Doney), Belcruit Mountain, Months mind |

| Fri 13 | 10 | Intention |

| Sun 17 | 11 | Josie Gallagher (Cecily), Cloughglass |

| | | Kitty & Peter Moy McCreath |

| | | Frankie Reilly, Crutt & Glasgow |

St. Columbia's Church, Burtonport

| Day | time | Masses this week |

| --- | --- | --- |

| Sat 9 | 6.30 | John Wallace, Roshine |

| | | Roisin Bonner, Glashbeggan |

| | | Rose Ann Boyle, Moville & Burtonport |

| | | Una Cotter, nee McDonagh, Crolly |

| Mon 11 | 10 | Dom Ferry Crickamore & his parents Bridget & James Ferry |

| Tues 12 | 10 | |

| Thur 14 | 10 | Colm McCole, Trim & Burtonport |

| Fri 15 | 10 | |

| Sat 16 | 6.30 | Jimmy Bonner, Burtonport |

# Recent

John Jam, who died in Harrow on Monday, aged 89. John was the last surviving brother of Ray Ham, Lackenagh. Funeral Arrangements later

# Anniversaries

Victims of the Ballymanus Mine Disaster

Dinnie Bell Boner, Bunawillian & Perth

Joe O'Donnell, Milltown, May 7th

# Money Matters

St. Marys Lodgements: 3rd May: €1075

St. Columbia's Lodgements 3rd May: €450

Parish Baptisms Acres Church on the 1st & 3rd Saturdays of the month & in Kincasslagh Church on the 2nd & 4th Saturdays at 2 pm, or 4pm if there is a wedding.

# Rosses Lough Derg Retreat

Many people have contacted members of the council expressing an interest in the Lough Derg Retreat day from the area and have said that the proposed date does not suit them. The council have decided to postpone the day until next September. Dates to be decided.

# CDP Na Rosann

Family Carers Ireland Information sessions with Elaine Rooney Donegal support Manager meet monthly in the CDP Chapel road Dungloe. Next meeting on Thursday 28th May 10.30am to 12.30.

Line Dancing in the CDP Na Rosann Wednesday from 12.15pm to 1.15pm. Cost €5 per person per session.

Tai Chi in the CDP Na Rosann Monday at 12.15pm to 1pm €5 per class.

Yoga Mondays in the CDP 11am – 12pm. CDP Na Rosann Chair yoga Tuesday's 1.30pm to 2.30pm. CDP Na Rosann Zumba on Fridays at 6.45pm to 7.45pm CDP Na Rosann

# BURTONPORT COMMUNITY CENTRE

CROCHET is on Wednesday mornings 11am-1pm.

SOCIAL DANCING takes place this Sunday 10th May from 3pm -5.30pm. Music by the very popular "Fanadian". Refreshments will be served. Join us for a relaxing and enjoyable and entertaining evening.

NEW BEGINNINGS shop is still closed for renovations. Sorry for any inconvenience caused.

A Padre Pio healing night will be held in Christ The King Church, Gortahork on Friday 15th May commencing at 6.30pm. There will be blessing with Padre Pio relic, mass and Adoration

# Keadue Rovers Bingo Results – 01/05/2026

Winners of the €100 House Jackpots:

Game 6: Angela Doherty, Gweedore & Phyllis Neely, Crickamore

Game 12: Roseanne O'Donnell, Annagry

Special mention: Joan Rodgers, Meendernasloe – €100 (won as two €50 houses)

No winner of the two Snowballs! Current Snowball prizes: €8,000; €300 (on 47 numbers)

Next chance to win: Friday 15/05/2026

The next 50/50 draw takes place on Friday 15/05/2026

Keadue Rovers 100+ Club – April 2026 Draw!

1st (€1,000): Karen Bonner, Dungloe

2nd (€500): Declan Ward, Belcruit

3rd (€400): Packie McGonagle, Belcruit

4th (€300): Martin McFadden, C/O Airport

5th (€200): Brian Mulholland, Mullaghderg

6th (€100): Kevin Gallagher, Dungloe

7th (€100): Eugene McGonagle, Ballybofey

8th (€100): Dessie Greene, Sheskinarone

9th (€100): Rita Byrne, Keadue

10th (€100): Michael Gillespie, Braade

11th (€100): AJ McDyer, Burtonport

12th (€100): Michael Gillespie, Ballymanus

# Recent Match Results: Tuesday 28/04

U-12 Girls League Cup, KEADUE WIN. Katie Gillespie, Lily Campbell & Clara McLaughlin

Wednesday 29/04 U-16 Girls Friendly.

Letterkenny Rovers 1 Keadue Rovers 2 Sarah Harley Ellie Mae Ward

Thursday 30/04 U-12 Girls League Cup. Gweedore Utd 1

Keadue Rovers 5 Clara McLaughlin x 3 & Lily Campbell x 2

Friday 01/05 U-14 Girls League Cup.

Kilmacrennan Celtic 2 Keadue Rovers 5 Tilda McGarvey x 2, Shauna McGovern, Fia Ham & Ciara Gallagher

U-12 Boys League Cup. Lennon Celtic 1 Keadue Colts 5 Cillian Wiggins x 2, Benjamin McHugh x 2 & Danny Turley

Saturday 02/05 U-12 Boys League Cup.

Keadue Celtic 1 Dunfanaghy Sharks 4 Fia Ham

Sunday 03/05 U-12 Boys League Cup. Mulroy Academy 0

Keadue Rovers 3 Niall Mulholland, Reuben Ward & Charlie Doherty

Monday 04/05 U-14 Boys League Cup. Glenea Utd 1

Keadue Rovers 7 Patrick McGeever x 3, Ryan O'Donnell, Jake Bashford, Adam Rodgers & Callen McGlynn

# Synodal Pathway

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Bishop Coll meeting those who attended the synodal pathway meeting in Letterkenny last week. Although we were without a bishop the work has been ongoing & the views of the people of Donegal has been correlated and added to the voice of the Irish people for this process.

# Retreat

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The pupils of the five National Schools in our parish who received their confirmation recently went to Lough Derg last week to consider their future as young Catholics in Ireland today

# Visitation

The Sick and Housebound of the parish will be visited with Communion on Thursday next and Friday also if not finished by 5.30 pm.

Advocate (Latin)- 'Someone called to ones side as a helper', a term for the Holy Spirit only used by John, who also uses the Greek translation of the word, Paraclete.

# Congrats

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Congrats to Laurajane McCarthy and Callum Sharkey and their photobombing lad who would not be outdone at their recent wedding in St. Mary's. Wishing you every future happiness folks!

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# 6TH SUNDAY OF EASTER

10.05.2026

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# KILBARRON PARISH BALLYSHANNON

| St. Patrick's Church Ballyshannon | |

| --- | --- |

| Saturday 9th | |

| 6.15 pm | Bernadette McIntyre, Whitehill, Abbey Frank McGloin, Sheegys Charlie and Lily Hersey, Donegal Road |

| Sunday 10th | |

| 9.00 am 11 am | Pro Populo Margaret McGloin, Erne Street |

| Monday 11th | |

| 9.30 am | Priest's Intention |

| Tuesday 12th | |

| 9.30 am | Priest's Intention |

| Wednesday 13th | |

| 9.30 am | Priest's Intention |

| Thursday 14th St. Matthias, Apostle | |

| 9.30 am | Priest's Intention |

| Friday 15th | |

| 9.30 am | Michael, Dolly & Eugene Gallagher, Claain Barron, Peggy Gallagher, Manchester, Michael Gallagher, Birmingham |

| Saturday 16th | |

| 6.15 pm | Mary J. and Mary McNelis, Cashelard Dessie Coughlin, Tonragee Mary Gibbons-O'Reilly, Castle Street |

| Sunday 17th | |

| 9.00 am 11 am | Pro Populo Seamus McGonigle & Evelyn Cassidy, London & Dennis Lawne, Market Street |

| St. Mary's, Cashelard | |

| Sunday 10th | |

| 10 am | Aidan Donagher, Cashelard |

| Sunday 17th | |

| 10 am | Priest's Intention |

Fr. Rory Brady P.P. Tel: 089 4519740

Parish Office 98 51295

Parish Email: parishofkilbarron@gmail.com

Live Streaming: www.churchservices.tv

Website: www.kilbarron.org

Facebook page: Kilbarron RC Parish

## We Pray for the Dead

### Died Recently

Michael McGloin, West End, Bundoran formerly Lawne Park

Geraldine Galligan, Belleek (Sister of Tessie Donagher, Coolcholly)

### First Anniversary

Bernadette McIntyre, Whitehill, Abbey

Frank McGloin, Sheegys

### Anniversary

Charles and Bridget Gallagher, Parkhill

Eternal Rest Grant unto Them & Lord

## Adoration of Bl Sacrament in St. Barron's Oratory

Wednesdays 10 am - 1 pm & 6 - 9pm

Saturdays 10 - 12 noon

Please note if there is a funeral on a Wednesday or Saturday morning there will be no adoration

## Padre Pio Prayer Group

This Friday 15th May at the 9.30am Mass

Rosary before Mass as usual and blessing with Relic afterwards

## Your Contribution to the Parish

Sunday 3rd May: £2,449

Many thanks for your continued support

## Sacrament of Baptism

### Next Baptisms

Sunday 17th May at 12 noon

Saturday 6th June at 4.30pm

Anyone wishing to register is asked to contact the parish office on 071 98 51295

## Join Accord

Accord Catholic Marriage Care Service CLG are currently recruiting volunteers to train as Marriage Preparation Programme Facilitators to support couples preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage. Marriage preparation programmes are fun & interactive and very popular with couples. Working as part of an enthusiastic, friendly and experienced team, facilitators typically provide four marriage preparation programmes per annum. Each team works from Accord centres which are located in every diocese around the country. Successful applicants will receive free professional training during seven in person workshops at selected venues and will be part of a team delivering marriage preparation programmes in your local area. Closing date for receipt of application forms to be included in this year's selections is Friday, 29th May. Contact Aisling via email marriagepreparation@accord.ie or call on 01 505 3112 to find out more information.

## Family Rosary

The next Family Rosary led by children and young people will take place this Wednesday, 13th May at 6pm in St Patrick's Church. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Everyone welcome.

## Day of Friendship and Prayer

An ecumenical celebration where everyone from all Christian churches is warmly welcome - Wednesday 20th May on Lough Derg. Experience a meaningful conversation with Archbishop John McDowell and Archbishop Eamon Martin, who have shown incredible friendship and cooperation, fostering unity in their ministry as Archbishops of Armagh. Admission: £25 (includes all hospitality & services). For more info email info@loughderg.org or call 071 9861518

## All Ireland Rosary Rally

The 41st All Ireland Rosary Rally will take place at Knock Shrine on Saturday, 6th June. Unite with over 10,000 faithful in prayer as Archbishop Eamon Martin reconsecrates Ireland to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. The bus from Donegal departing Ballyshannon at 7.55am. For booking and more information please contact Fr. Rory Brady on 071 9851295

## Ballyshannon Drama Society

Presents a double bill of One Act Plays: The Wonder Wheel and When I Snap My Fingers. From the 21st to 23rd May at 8pm nightly in Abbey Arts Centre. Tickets at £15 from abbeycentre.ie A great night of drama!

## Thought for the Day

Jesus speaks about being still alive even after his death. Mostly we find Jesus to be alive for us in the love of others. There is an energy of love which is connected to the energy of God, for God is love. This is the working of the Spirit of god, alive in love, care and compassion, and in all other good works.

Love is evident in action and any activity can be tiring. I do not need to rely on my own resources but turn to God who promises to help me, ready to send the Holy Spirit. Like a bargain-hunter or a bird-spotter, I train my heart to recognise the ways of God. - sacredspace.com

## Diamond Jubilee

Bishop Philip Boyce, OCD, Emeritus Bishop of Raphoe, will celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of his priestly ordination with Mass in St. Eunan's Cathedral this Sunday 10th May at 3pm, followed by light refreshments at Loreto Secondary School. Parishioners throughout the Diocese are most welcome to attend.

## Rossnowlagh Farmers Market

Every Friday from 10am to 1pm at The Council Car Park, Rossnowlagh. Enjoy Irish, local, organic, fresh produce, salads, microgreens, baked goods, flowers and more. Support local farmers and artisans!

## Focus Ireland

Focus Ireland's Camino de Santiago returns this October and you can join them on this very special journey. As Focus Ireland mark 40 years - with the support of fundraisers and volunteers like you - they will be taking on the beautiful Portuguese Camino route. This is an unforgettable challenge that combines adventure, reflection, and community, all while helping to change the lives of families and individuals who need support. Keep an eye on focusireland.ie for registration.

## Epilepsy Week 2026

National Epilepsy Week 2026 takes place from May 18th - 25th. For further information: epilepsy.ie An important week in the year to raise awareness of a condition affecting 45,000 people in Ireland today.

## Abbey Mill Wheel

The Mill Wheel Café is now open for the season for teas & coffees every Sunday from 12 to 5pm. Everyone welcome!

## Upcoming Dates in Parish Calendar

5th June - Fr. Dermot Burke Diamond Jubilee Mass (7pm in St. Patrick's Church)

1st July - Fr. Rory Brady Silver Jubilee Mass (7pm)

5th July - Cemetery Sunday (Cashelard)

2nd August - Cemetery Sunday (Abbey)

17th October - Gratitude Evening Mass

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St. Mary of the Visitation Parish, Killybegs

Parish Office, Killybegs, Co. Donegal, F94 CY56 Tel: +353 (0)74 9731013

Parish Secretary: Ann O'Donnell (Office Open: Mon to Fri. 9.45am to 2.45pm)

Email: info@killybegsparish.com Website: killybegsparish.com

Parish Priest: Fr. Colm Ó Gallchóir: Tel: 074 9731013

Masses and Services: Live streaming www.mcn.live (link on website)

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Queen of the May / Bring Flowers of the Rarest

This very popular hymn was composed by Mary E. Walsh, an American musician. It was first published in 1871. It is about spring, flowers and blossoms, in the pastoral setting of woodland, hillside and dale - and above all it's about the Queen of the May.

O Mary, we crown thee with blossoms today

Queen of the Angels and Queen of the May.

Depicting Mary wearing a crown is found in the 5th century, East and West. Later images have Mary seated on a throne, dressed like a queen and surrounded by angels and saints.

Christ is sometimes seen placing a crown on her head. This hymn has been recorded by many artists and perhaps most associated with Canon Sydney McEwan. He was born in Glasgow in 1908 into a poor family, went to Glasgow University and began a singing career. He went to the Scots College in Rome and was ordained in 1944. His concerts and records went to charity. He died on 26th September 1991 as parish priest of Dunoon, Argyll, in Western Scotland.

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Bishop Philip Boyce, Emeritus Bishop of Raphoe, will celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of his priestly ordination with Mass in St. Eunan's Cathedral Sunday 10th May 3pm, followed by light refreshments at Loreto Secondary School. Parishioners throughout our diocesan community are most welcome to attend.

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Fr Colm will celebrate a Mass of Thanksgiving on Sunday 28th June 11am to mark the Golden Jubilee of his Ordination, followed by refreshments in Foresters Hall. Everyone is welcome.

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Padre Pio Healing Night Christ the King Church, Gortahork Friday 15th May 6.30pm, Fr John Mockler

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Entrance Hymn: Morning Has Broken

Morning has broken like the first morning.

Blackbird has spoken like the first bird.

Praise for the singing, praise for the morning.

Praise for them springing fresh from the world.

Sweep the rain's new fall sunlit from heaven.

Like the first dew fall on the first grass.

Praise for the sweetness of the wet garden,

Sprung in completeness where his feet pass.

Mine is the sunlight, mine is the morning.

Born of the one light, Eden saw play

Praise with elation, praise every morning.

God's recreation of the new day.

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Celebration of First Holy Communion

Saturday, 9th May, 11am

Refreshments afterwards in Foresters Hall.

Congratulations to the 27 children celebrating their First Holy Communion.

May the joy of the Risen Christ be with them and their families.

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Five Finger Prayer by Pope Francis

Join your hands as if you are praying. Look at your hands.

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1. The finger nearest you is the thumb. Pray for all who are closest to you, your family & your friends.

2. The next finger is your index finger. Pray for your parents, your teachers and those who guide you through life.

3. The next finger is the tallest finger. Pray for our own leaders and all other leaders in the world.

4. The fourth finger is called the ring finger, the weakest finger. Pra y for those who are weak or sick or suffering in any way in our world.

5. The next finger is the smallest finger. Pray for yourself.

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Parish Choir Practice Monday 7.15pm

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Final Hymn: Queen of the May

Bring flowers of the rarest,

Bring blossoms the fairest,

From garden and woodland and hillside and dale;

Our full hearts are swelling, our glad voices telling

The praise of the Loveliest flower of the vale.

O Mary we crown thee with blossoms today,

Queen of the Angels and Queen of the May. (x2)

Their Lady they name thee,

Their mistress proclaim thee,

Oh grant that thy children on earth be as true.

As long as the bowers are radiant with flowers

As long as the azure shall keep its bright hue. (C)

Sing gaily in chorus,

The bright angels o'er us

Re-echo the strains we begin upon earth;

Their harps are repeating

The notes of our greeting,

For Mary herself is the cause of our mirth. (Chorus)

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Sunday 10th May 2026: Sixth Sunday of Easter Year A

Weekday Readings: Sixth Week of Easter

Masses will be relayed on the webcamera: go to killybegsparish.com for a link to Online Services or mcn.live

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Thursday 07th May: 02.00pm - Funeral Mass of Mary Melly R.I.P.

Friday 08th May: 07.00pm - Kevin McClafferty (Month's Mind Mass) & Teresa McClafferty (9th Anniversary)

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Saturday 09th May: 11.00am - Celebration of First Holy Communion

02.00pm - Funeral Mass of Thomas McBrearty R.I.P.

07.00pm - Joe Mc Crudden (10th Anniversary)

Matt & Kathleen Erskine (Anniversaries)

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Sunday 10th May: 09.00am - Tony O'Callaghan (8th Anniversary)

11.00am - Jack (55th) & Phil (53rd) Gallagher (Anniversaries)

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Monday 11th May: 10.00am - Tommy White (Anniversary)

Tuesday 12th May: 10.00am - Frank & Eileen McAleer (Anniversaries)

Thursday 14th May: 10.00am - Hughie Friel (28th Anniversary)

Friday 15th May: 07.00pm - Paddy O'Donnell (1st Anniversary)

Saturday 16th May: 07.00pm - Brighid Campbell (Month's Mind Mass)

Kathleen McGuinness (2nd), Charlie & John Mc Guinness & Mary Morrow (Anniversaries)

Mairéad Mc Garvey (19th Anniversary)

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Sunday 17th May: 09.00am - Molly McGing (25th Anniversary)

11.00am - Conal Melly (5th Anniversary)

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament this Monday 11am - 7pm

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Pray for: Thomas McBrearty, The Commons, Killybegs: Funeral Mass Saturday 2pm;

Mary Melly, Fintra Road, whose Funeral Mass was on Thursday 2pm.

Pray for: Hugh & Brigid Cunningham, Edward & Margaret McGuire, Aimee Lee Meehan,

Annie McFadden. Suaimhneas Siorai.

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St. Vincent de Paul Contact No. 087 3507727

The Family of the late Brighid Campbell

wish to thank sincerely all who supported them and sympathised with them: to all who attended the wake, funeral Mass, sent cards, wreaths, flowers & brought food to the wake house, to all who helped in any way and all who travelled to be with them and all who joined them online for the Mass.

Thanks to St Catherine's Football Club, Fr Colm, Parish Choir, McBrearty Funeral Directors and Bayview Hotel. Special thanks to Killybegs Community Hospital for their dignified care and also their support of the family.

Mass will be offered for your intentions.

Month's Mind Mass: Saturday 16th May 7pm.

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Liturgy of the Word for Children

Sunday 10th May 11am;

Sunday 24th May 11am.

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Congratulations and Best Wishes

to Sharon Morrow & John Breslin who were married recently.

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Killybegs Cruises 2026

Date Ship Arrive/Depart Passengers

11 May Spirit of Adventure 09:00 / 16:30 1,000

15 May Douglas Mawson 12:30 / 18:00 105

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Sunday Collection 3rd May €1,280.00

Maintenance Fund 3rd May €1,260.00

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Rosary at Fintra Rd Grotto. All welcome.

Every Sunday evening 8pm during May.

Also on Saturday 16th May 4pm praying for Peace in the World and for the Sick. Outdoor Rosary at St Cummins Hill Tuesday 12th May 8pm.

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Adoration in the Adoration Room

every Wednesday evening 6-7pm. All welcome.

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First Friday Calls:

Fr Colm continues his First Friday calls this week.

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Wanted: House to Rent 3/4 bedrooms.

Ring Erika 085 7685676

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Donegal Garden Society

A talk by Daithi Lavelle, a biodiversity educator,

Monday 11th May in Salthill Garden Room,

Mountcharles F94 H524 7pm. Non-members €5,

includes refreshments

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Scoli an Chaisil agus Scoli na Carraige

are holding a charity cycle going through

Killybegs on Saturday 16th May. The cyclists will

be going through Killybegs at 10am and returning

around 12 noon. Some road delays may occur.

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6th SUNDAY EASTER.

ST BRIDGET'S CHURCH

Drumholm Parish,

Ballintra.

Fr Adrian Gavigan.

074 97 34642 or 087 6984508

EMAIL: drumholmparish@gmail.com

FACEBOOK; DRUMHOLM RC PARISH.

ST VINCENT DE PAUL ; 087 3433409

06.30pm SATURDAY 9TH MAY.

PRIEST INTENTIONS.

11.00am. SUNDAY 10TH MAY.

PRO POPULO.

MASS OF THE PEOPLE.

10.00am MONDAY 11TH MAY.

MASS.

10.00am TUESDAY 12TH MAY.

MARY GRIME nee LAPPIN.

10.00am WEDNESDAY 13TH MAY.

MASS AND ADORATION

10.00am THURSDAY 14TH MAY.

MASS.

FRIDAY 15TH MAY.

NO MASS

SATURDAY 16TH MAY.

11.00am FIRST COMMUNION.

06.30pm SEAN & MARY MOLLOY.

11.00am SUNDAY 17TH MAY.

EDDIE WALSH, PAULINE WALSH & DECEASED MEMBERS OF THE WALSH FAMILY.

GERRY GALLAGHER.

GERRY BOYLE Months Mind.

WE PRAY FOR OUR DEAD,

We Pray for MARY COX whose funeral took place last week, for all our Dead, and for all those whose Anniversaries occurs around this time.

REST IN PEACE.

SIGNED MASS CARDS.

Signed Mass Cards / Bouquets will be available now at the Sacristy and Parochial House. Stipend €10.

MASS INTENTIONS;

From now on only three Anniversary Masses will be offered on Saturday & Sunday.

Please book your Masses early.

PARISH COLLECTIONS

A big thank you to everyone who continues to support the parish.

Contributions can be made in the normal way or they can be made electronically:

Bank: Bank Ireland, Donegal.

Acc name: Drumholm RC Parish;

Account No: 27936239;

IBAN: IE50BOFI90483527936239.

BIC: BOFIIE2D

If electronic payments please include your name and the envelope number.

Collection - €1,507.00

ROSARY RALLY IN HONOUR OF OUR LADY OF FATIMA will be prayed on Sat 16th May at 4.00 pm in St Bridget's Church for the conversion of Ireland for peace in our country and world peace, 580 rosarsies will be prayed at the same time all over Ireland.

NATIONAL EPILEPSY WEEK 2026

takes place on 18th - 25th May. For further information, please visit www.epilepsy.ie/content/national-epilepsy-week-2026-epilepsyweek

PILGRIMAGE TO LISIEUX, Sept 18 to 21, staying in a beautiful hotel across the road from the Carmel of St Therese. €795 includes flights, coaching, full religious programme, all dinners and some lunches. Please phone 057 93 55050 or email info@myriam.ie

DONATION OF INCOME TAX RELIEF TO CHARITIES -

Please remember to return all completed forms to Fr Adrian in the Sacristy or the Parochial House. Any Questions or help needed just ask.

41ST ALL IRELAND ROSARY RALLY will take place at Knock Shrine on Sat 6th June. Bus leaving Letterkenny Cathedral Car Park at 6.30 am. Return fare €25. To book please contact, Frances (Letterkenny) on 086-3518815; Mary (Ballybofey) 087-7586350; Kathleen (Donegal Town) 0876579222 and Fr. Rory Brady (Ballyshannon) 0749851295.

DIAMOND JUBILEE OF BISHOP PHILIP BOYCE, OCD, EMERITUS BISHOP OF RAPHOE.

Bishop Philip Boyce, OCD, Emeritus Bishop of Raphoe, will celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of his priestly ordination with Mass in St. Eunan's Cathedral on Sun 10th May 3pm, followed by light refreshments at Loreto Secondary School. Parishioners throughout our diocesan community are most welcome to attend.

A HOLY SPIRIT RETREAT - from Fri 22nd May to Sun 24th May led by Fr. Shane Gallagher will take place in Ark of Mir (Jim Browne's House of Prayer) Killadoon, Co. Mayo. Please contact 0866064327 for more info. SEE POSTER IN ADDITIONAL NEWS.

THE NW BRANCH OF PARKINSON'S IRELAND

in conjunction with Physio Eireann, Donegal Town, are offering a chair based exercise class to anyone living with Parkinson's Disease in SW Donegal. The class is structured to the specific needs of people living with PD. It is held every Monday from 1pm to 1.45pm and is free to all members of Parkinson's Ireland. For information regarding the class please contact Regina, Physio Eireann at 085 170 7997. For information regarding membership please contact Mary at 087 121 1764

PRAYER FOR 6TH SUNDAY - EASTER.

"Mighty God, in whom we know the power of redemption, you stand among us in the shadows of our time. As we move through every sorrow and trial of this life, uphold us with knowledge of the final morning, when, in the glorious presence of your risen Son, we will share in his resurrection, redeemed and restored to the fullness of life, and forever freed to be your people. Amen".

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# St Carthas Church, Kilcar

Fr Willie Peoples P.P

074 9738007 / 087 7449461 stcarthaschurch@gmail.com

Sunday 10th May 2026

Live Streaming: www.mcn.live

## Mass Times

| Saturday 9th | 11am

6pm | First Holy Communion

Michael O'Donnell, Bogagh – First Anniversary |

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| Sunday 10th | 11am | |

| Monday 11th | | NO MASS |

| Tuesday 12th | 10am | |

| Wednesday 13th | 10am | Margaret Haughey, Churchtown – Anniversary |

| Thursday 14th | 10am | |

| Friday 15th | 10am | |

| Saturday 16th | 6pm | |

| Sunday 17th | 11am | Conal Byrne, Cashel – Anniversary |

## Parish Collection - € 1525

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Congratulations to the children who made their First Holy Communion today. May God Bless them & their families.

## Rosary Rally

A “Rosary Rally” in honour of Our Lady of Fatima will be prayed at Our Lady’s Grotto in Glencolmcille on Saturday 16th May at 4pm for peace in our homes, in our country & in our troubled world. 580 rosaries will be prayed all over Ireland at that time. Everyone welcome.

## 41st All Ireland Rosary Rally

Will take place at Knock Shrine on Saturday 6th June. Bus leaving Letterkenny Cathedral Car Park at 6.30am. Return fare €25. To book contact, Frances (Letterkenny) on 086 3518815, Mary (Ballybofey) 087 7586350, Kathleen (Donegal Town) 087 6579222 & Fr Rory Brady (Ballyshannon) 071 9851295

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## St Peregrine

A blessing with the relic of St Peregrine can be obtained after Mass every Friday at 10am. This kindly Saint, born in Italy in 1260, is the Patron Saint of cancer patients.

## Aislann Chill Chartha

We are taking names for our Irish classes which are starting on Tuesday 12th May. This class is conversational & will run for 6 weeks. Sinead Gallagher Art Exhibition in the main hall from the 14th May. Concerts upcoming at the Aislann Chill Chartha: Friday 15th Rising Roots concert series (local bands), Friday the 26th June Sean Keane, Monday the 27th of July Altan, Wednesday the 29th of July The Seeger Sessions, Friday 11th of September Onoir & Friday the 25th September Frankie Gavan & Catherine McHugh. All tickets available at reception. For all info call 074 9738376 or message our social media pages.

## Holy Spirit Retreat

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## Leitir Corn Mill Kilcar

Saturday 23rd May Join us in John Joes bar for a Pot Luck Dinner at 8pm booking or more info text: 087 6123184 or 087 2453210

## National Epilepsy Week

National Epilepsy Week 2026 takes place on 18th May - 25th May. For further info, please visit www.epilepsy.ie/content/national-epilepsy-week-2026-epilepsyweek

Confessions will be heard after all Masses during the week

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# St Carthas Church, Kilcar

Fr Willie Peoples P.P

074 9738007 / 087 7449461 stcarthaschurch@gmail.com

Sunday 10th May 2026

Live Streaming: www.mcn.live

## Mass Times

| Saturday 9th | 11am

6pm | First Holy Communion

Michael O'Donnell, Bogagh – First Anniversary |

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| Sunday 10th | 11am | |

| Monday 11th | | NO MASS |

| Tuesday 12th | 10am | |

| Wednesday 13th | 10am | Margaret Haughey, Churchtown – Anniversary |

| Thursday 14th | 10am | |

| Friday 15th | 10am | |

| Saturday 16th | 6pm | |

| Sunday 17th | 11am | Conal Byrne, Cashel – Anniversary |

## Parish Collection - € 1525

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Congratulations to the children who made their First Holy Communion today. May God Bless them & their families.

## Rosary Rally

## 41st All Ireland Rosary Rally

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## St Peregrine

A blessing with the relic of St Peregrine can be obtained after Mass every Friday at 10am. This kindly Saint, born in Italy in 1260, is the Patron Saint of cancer patients.

## Aislann Chill Chartha

## Holy Spirit Retreat

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## Leitir Corn Mill Kilcar

Saturday 23rd May Join us in John Joes bar for a Pot Luck Dinner at 8pm booking or more info text: 087 6123184 or 087 2453210

## National Epilepsy Week

National Epilepsy Week 2026 takes place on 18th May - 25th May. For further info, please visit www.epilepsy.ie/content/national-epilepsy-week-2026-epilepsyweek

Confessions will be heard after all Masses during the week

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PARISH OF INVER Saturday 9th – Sunday 10th May 2026 ~ Sixth Sunday of Easter~ Year A

Fr Liam Boyle, PP, Parochial House, Frosses Tel: 074 9736006 – In case of emergency only ring 089 9712498

Email: inverparish@gmail.com Website: www.inverparish.com

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RECENTLY DECEASED: Margaret Shine (nee Harvey) Drumnaherk and Coventry. Francis Gillespie, Mounicharles Mary Cox, Laghey sister of Paddy Gallagher

| EUCHARISTIC ADORATION | | |

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| Tuesdays | Frosses | 10:30am–11:30am |

| Thursdays | Ardaghey | 7:00pm–8:00pm |

| Fridays | Mounicharles | 3:00pm–4:00pm |

CHURCH COLLECTIONS: Thank you for your support

Ardaghey: €954 Donations to Church €120

Mounicharles: €730 Additional Trocaire €10

Frosses: €1010 Building Fund €899

Drimarone: 25th April €525 2nd May €485

SUPPORTING YOUR CHURCH Please consider making your contributions by online banking, standing order/direct debt when supporting your Church. Please include your name as the reference. Thank you for supporting your Church. Bank details for each Church as follows:

Frosses: Inver Parish Account IBAN: IE75 BOFI 9048 3556 8662 33

Frosses: Development Fund Account: IBAN IE92 DTCU 9921 3010 1932 50 (Building Fund)

Ardaghey St Nauk Ardaghey IBAN: IE79 BOFI 9048 3556 8661 61

Mounicharles: Mounicharles Church Account IBAN: IE08 BOFI 9048 3556 8660 81

Drimarone: Drimarone Church Account IBAN: IE22 BOFI 9048 3556 8662 17

Annual Cemetery Blessing 2026

| Saturday 25th July | Drimarone | After 7:30pm Mass |

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| Sunday 26th July | Ardaghey | 3:00pm |

| Sunday 2nd August | Mounicharles | After 11:30am Mass |

| Sunday 2nd August | Cranny Road

Frosses Graveyard | 4:00pm

5:00pm |

PLENARY INDULGENCE

QUASQUICENTENIAL [125th ANNIVERSARY] CATHEDRAL OF SANTS EUNAN & COLLIMSA, LETTERKENNY

To mark the 125th Anniversary of the consecration of the Cathedral of Saints Eunan and Columba, Letterkenny, the Holy See has granted a Plenary Indulgence under the usual conditions, it may be obtained as follows: The Plenary Indulgence may be obtained under the usual conditions by any of the faithful who, rightly disposed, participate in the liturgical life of the Cathedral with the intention of gaining the Indulgence, beginning with the Mass of Christm on Holy Thursday of this year and concluding with the feast of the Epiphany, 6th January 2027. The same Indulgence may be obtained by the sick and others who, unable to leave their homes, participate spiritually in the same liturgical services by electronic means. The Indulgence may be gained under the usual conditions by all who piously come on pilgrimage to the Cathedral in the aforementioned period with that purpose in mind. The same Indulgence is extended to those who wish to obtain it by spending at least one hour in Eucharistic Adoration at the St. Pius X Chapel of Perpetual Adoration in the grounds of the Cathedral. To obtain an indulgence, the usual conditions of detachment from all sin, Sacramental Confession, Holy Communion, and prayer for the intentions of the Pope must be met within 7 days.

PAROCHIAL HOUSE TEL. NO's: Frosses: 074 9736006 | Ardaghey 074 9736007

Killymard: 074 9721929 | Donegal Town: 074 9721026 | Killybegs: 074 9731013

Easter Anthem to Our Lady

V. Queen of Heaven, rejoice, alleluia.

R. For He whom you did merit to bear, alleluia.

V. Has risen, as he said, alleluia.

R. Pray for us to God, alleluia.

V. Rejoice and be glad, O Virgin Mary, alleluia.

R. For the Lord has truly risen, alleluia.

MAY ROSARY will be held each Sunday of May at 4pm at Fr. Gallagher's Holy Well, Ballymacahill, Frosses. Everyone welcome.

ROSARY AT ST. NAUL'S CEMETERY GROTTO For the month of May, as we have done in past years, we will honour Our Lady by reciting the Holy Rosary at the grotto at St. Naul's Cemetery every Sunday evening at 7pm. All are welcome; bring a friend or family member.

Congratulations, Good Wishes and Blessings are extended to the children of the Parish who received First Holy Communion on Saturday 2nd May in Frosses and on Saturday 9th May in Ardaghey and Mounicharles. A word of thanks to those who helped in their preparation and thank you to everyone in the parish who helped and prepared with the celebrations.

Bishop Philip Boyce, OCD, Emeritus Bishop of Raphoe, will celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of his priestly ordination with Mass in St. Eunan's Cathedral this Sunday 10th May, 3pm, followed by light refreshments at Loreto Secondary School. Parishioners throughout our diocesan community are most welcome to attend.

PRO-LIFE: This was the homily of Bishop Kevin Doran at Monday's March For Life hry.cc/BKDM4L Human life begins at conception. The right to life is the foundation of all other rights.

41st All Ireland Rosary Rally will take place at Knock Shrine on Saturday 6th June. Bus leaving Letterkenny Cathedral Car Park at 6.30am. Return fare €25. To book please contact; Kathleen (Donegal Town) 0876579222

Annual Service at Disert Graveyard takes place on Saturday 6th June @3pm.

Padre Pio Healing Night Christ the King Church, Gortahork Friday 15th May 6.30pm, Fr John Mockler

St. Naul's Cemetery Ardaghey. The grass cutting season begins now, please do not place flowers or objects on the graves to facilitate the cutting of grass and ensure the health and safety of those involved. Thank you

FROSSES TRACTOR Run takes place this Sunday 10th May. Registration from 11:30am in Frosses Hall. Entry €20 per tractor. Tractors leave at 12:30pm. All registered participants entered into draw for Cash Prizes on the day. Refreshments served in Frosses Hall afterwards for all participants. Proceeds to Frosses Hall Development Fund, Donegal Community Hospital Patients' Comfort Fund and St Agnes Day Centre

Naomh Naille GAA & LGFA Club SLOTTO https://member.clubspot.asp/club/st-nauls-gaa/fundraisers Lotto Results - Week 3rd May. There was no winner of this week's Lotto jadspot. The numbers drawn were: 2,7,3,4,6,1,5 The consolation prize of €80 goes to Angela Kimane, congratulations! Remember to purchase your ticket in Londis Mounicharles, Cassidy's of Inner or from our online platform through St Naul's Club App. Thank you for your continued support and best of luck next week!

The Naomh Naille GAA & LGFA Kellogg's Col Camp will take place from Monday 29th June - Friday July. Please use the GAA link attached to book your place today https://www.kelloggaculcamps.gaa.ie/

The 2026 Public Rosary for Peace. In honour of our Lady of Fatima, is being held this year on 16th May, at 4:00pm, in public places, within communities, all over Ireland. Our nearest venue is St Our Lady's Grotto, on Fintra Road, Killybegs. We would ask for as many people as possible to join with us this year at 4 0'Clock on the Saturday afternoon to pray for peace throughout the world.

The NW Branch of Parkinson's Ireland in conjunction with Physio Eireann, Donegal Town, are offering a chair based exercise class to anyone living with Parkinson's Disease in SW Donegal. The class is structured to the specific needs of people living with PD. It is held every Monday from 1pm to 1.45pm and is free to all members of Parkinson's Ireland. For information regarding the class please contact Regina, Physio Eireann 085170 7997. For information regarding membership please contact Mary at 087 121 1764

# Memorare

Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary,

that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection,

implored thy help, or sought thy intercession, was left unaided.

Inspired by this confidence I fly unto thee,

O Virgin of virgins, my Mother.

To thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful.

O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions,

but in thy mercy hear and answer me. Amen.

Inver Community Centre Open Monday to Sunday Monday - Pilates by Physio Eireann 8pm-9pm.

Tuesday - Active Age 11am to 2pm, Keep Fit Classes 6.30pm to 8.30pm

Wednesday - Strong Her by Physio Eireann - 10am to 11am, Line Dancing - 8pm-10pm

Thursday - Keep Fit Classes 6.30pm to 8.30pm Please check the ICC Facebook page for up-to-date information: www.facebook.com/InverCommunityCentre.

Contact the Centre direct if you would like to book an event or if you have any questions. Mobile- 0873567931 or Office- 074 9736166. Alternatively you can email: invercommunitycentre@gmail.com

National Epilepsy Week 2026 takes place on 18th May - 25th May. For further information, please visit www.epilepsy.ie/content/national-epilepsy-week-2026-epilepsyweek

Inver Opening Club will be holding its open day on Sunday the 17th of May at 6pm on the Pier in Inver Village. We will be showing our new Safety Boat and demonstrating our new Scull rowing boats also. The old reliable Skiffs will be there too for anyone who wants to try them out! Membership taken on the evening also.

Come along and support your local club, it's a great way of keeping fit! Any queries, ring Cathal on 0871636353.

Letic Corn Mill Kilcar Saturday 23rd May Join us in John Joes bar for a Pot Luck Dinner @ 8pm booking or more information text 0876123184 or 0872453210

GET INTO GOLF FOR LADIES with PGA Professional Adam Dunmore begins at Donegal Golf Club, Murvagh on Wednesday 13th May at 6pm. If you have ever thought about taking up Golf, now is your chance to give it a try. We look forward to welcoming you to Murvagh.

Social Dance in Inver Community Centre on Sunday 10th May, music by The Lakelanders. Dancing 9-11. Everyone welcome.

THE ST VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY: Frosses and Inver Area: CONFIDENTIAL NUMBER 087 7020601

Mounicharles and Drimarone Area: CONFIDENTIAL NUMBER 086 1690524

NOTICES FOR NEWILETTER: Notices of community/non-commercial nature are always welcome for our newsletter. Email inverparish@gmail.com, deadline 12noon on Thursday.

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# Church of the Irish Martyrs

Fr Ciaran Harkin P.P./Fr Dominic Thoomkuzhy C.C.

Ballyraine, Letterkenny. 074 91 27600; irishmartyrschurch@gmail.com

Newsletter 10th May 2026

## MASS TIMES

| --- | --- | --- | --- |

| | | 1.00pm | Wedding: Edel Roache & Robert Fadden |

| | | 6.30pm | Padraig Cafferkey RIP, Month’s Mind |

| | | 11.30am | Kathleen Dowds RIP |

| | | 5.00pm | Mass for Syro Malabar Community |

| | | 11.00am | Woodland NS First Communion |

| | | 1.00pm | Educate Together NS & Ballyraine NS First Communion |

| | Vigil Mass | 6.30pm | |

| | | 11.30am | Martina, Jack & Ciaran Rafferty RIP |

| | | 5.00pm | Mass for Syro Malabar Community |

WE EXTEND OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY to the families of Kieran McKay, Sr Ena Devlin, Tom James, Linda Shields & Nora Gallagher who died recently. May they rest in peace.

READERS FOR 16/17 MAY: 6.30pm Catherine Cannon & Michael Shiel; 9.30am Geraldine Casey & Fiona Creagh; 11.30am Orla Sullivan & Hazel O'Connor.

CONFESSIONS: 12 noon to 1pm and after the 6.30pm Mass on Saturday each week.

LOUGH DERG PILGRIMAGE from the Parish of Aughaninshin 19th - 21st June. See you there or contact the Parish Office.

THE LEGION OF MARY will recite the Rosary in Tara Court each Tuesday in May at 7.30pm. All welcome to join us.

BISHOP PHILIP BOYCE, OCD, EMERITUS BISHOP OF RAPHOE, will celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of his priestly ordination with Mass in St. Eunan's Cathedral today, Sunday 10th May at 3pm, followed by light refreshments at Loreto Secondary School. Parishioners throughout our diocesan community are most welcome to attend.

LECTION DIVINA, a prayerful reading of Scripture, led by Brian O'Driscoll, will take place here in the church on Tuesday 19th May at 8.00pm. All are welcome to attend.

EUCHARISTIC HEALING SERVICE. All Saints Church, Newtowncunningham, Monday 18th May, 7.00pm. Come & experience the healing Presence of Jesus Christ. All welcome.

CONGRATULATIONS to the children from Lurgybrack NS who made their First Holy Communion here yesterday.

41ST ALL IRELAND ROSARY RALLY, Knock Shrine, Saturday 6th June. Bus leaving Letterkenny Cathedral Car Park at 6.30am. Return fare €25. To book contact Frances (Letterkenny) 086-3518815; Mary (Ballybofey) 087-7586350.

A YOUNG AT HEART SOCIAL will be held on Tuesday the 12th May at 8pm in the Day Centre, Oliver Plunkett Road. Hosts are Marley's Buses, music by Dennis Sweeney.

THE CONWAL SINGERS' SUMMER CONCERT will take place on Sunday 17th May at 4pm in Rockhill House Estate. Conducted by Karen Patton, the singers will perform works from Stanford, R.R. Bennett, Knight and others. Special guests include Soprano, Rita Demaria and pianist accompanist, Helen Haughey. Tickets €15, can be purchased at the door. Card payments accepted also. No booking required.

LIONRA LEITIR CEANAINN SPRING FESTIVAL An Focal Beo takes place from 11 - 23rd May with a wide range of different events through the Irish language. A Toraiocht Taisce/Treasure Hunt will take place for the duration of the festival. Information available at Lionralc.ie with all questions based on the history of Letterkenny and prizes to be won. Friday 15th May, a night of music with Diane Cannon and Manus Lunny in Kinnegar Brewery, 6:30 - 8.00pm. Refreshments from Thyme Out will be served. Tura Aratura, a renowned seannós dancer will do a number of events in local schools and also at our Là Teaghlaigh/Family Day. Saturday 23rd May Là Teaghlaigh/Family Day, Gaelscoil Adhamhnáin 12.00 - 3.00pm - Damhsa agus Craic, le Tura/ Dancing and Fun with Tura, Clay building fun with TJs Teddies/Spraoi le Cré le TJs Teddies, facepainting and refreshments. More info on our website Lionralc.ie.

HEALING SERVICE, Tuesday 12th May at 7pm, led by Fr. Pat Collins C.M. View live on https://www.churchservices.tv/ballyfermot. Email: info.newspringtime@gmail.com.

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If you wish to donate to the Church online, you can do so by scanning the QR Code to the left and following the Instructions on the online form. Thank you.

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# PARISH OF MEVAGH

Church of Saint John the Baptist, Carrigart

Teach Pobal Réalt na Mara, Na Dúnaibh

## Sunday 10th May 2026

Fr. Paddy Dunne Mobile: 085 2609147

Email: parishofmevagh@gmail.com

Bishop Philip Boyce, OCD, Emeritus Bishop of Raphoe, will celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of his priestly ordination with Mass in St. Eunan's Cathedral this Sunday 10th May at 3pm, followed by light refreshments in Loreto Secondary School. Parishioners throughout our Diocesan Community are most welcome to attend.

For your diary: Bishop Philip Boyce will offer the Saturday evening mass on June 27th @ 6pm here in St. John the Baptist Church, to celebrate his Diamond Jubilee of his Ordination to the Priesthood in our parish. There will be light refreshments in the Parish Hall immediately afterwards. Everyone is very welcome.

41st All Ireland Rosary Rally will take place at Knock Shrine on Saturday 6th June. Bus leaving Letterkenny Cathedral Car Park at 6.30 am. Return fare €25. To book please contact, Frances (Letterkenny) on 086-3518815; Mary (Ballybofey) 087-7586350; Kathleen (Donegal Town) 0876579222 and Fr. Rory Brady (Ballyshannon) 071 9851295.

Parish Bingo on Wednesday nights at 8.30pm.

A Padre Pio Healing Night will take place in Christ The King Church, Gortahork on Friday 15th May at 6:30pm. Fr John Mockler SDS. Teachings on Saint Padre Pio, Holy Mass, Holy Hour Adoration & Blessing with Relic of Saint Pio.

Mevagh Resource Centre: Book Club – will meet again on Monday 11th May at 11:30am. New members are always welcome. Mná Mhíobhaigh / Mevagh Women’s Group – Meeting on Monday, 11th May at 7:30pm in Mevagh. Family Resource Centre. New and old friends welcome to become members. safeTALK – suicide alertness for everyone. Wednesday. 13th May from 9:15am to 1:00pm. Training is for over18’s and free of charge. Not suitable for individuals who have been bereaved by suicide within the past12 months. Call 074 9155055 for booking info. Donegal Volunteer Centre Drop-in: 13th May, 10 am–12 pm. Support for those interested in volunteering, help local groups find volunteers, and build community connections. Contact Ashling: 086 2552179. Senior Alert Scheme – personal monitored alarm for people aged 65+. It enables older people to live securely and independently in their homes. Drop into Mevagh Family Resource Centre or call 074 9155055 for more information.

Parish Collection: Weekend Collection: €2,675. Thank you for your generosity.

Baptisms: take place on Saturdays at 4.30pm. Please call, text the number on top, or email to book in advance.

Newsletter: Please email your notices to be included for the newsletter by Thursday evening.

St. Vincent de Paul: Contact 087-7573830 for assistance. All donations will go to Uganda from this collection.

Confessions: Saturday 10.30am - 11:00am & 5.15pm - 5.45pm and after Sunday masses on request.

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Parish of Mevagh

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# Mass Times

| Saturday

6pm | 9th May

Neil Connor, Devlinreagh, 1st Anniv

Teresa Mc Bride, Clontallagh

Kay Gallagher, Carrick |

| --- | --- |

| Sunday

10am | 10th May

Mickey & Mary Ann Shevlin, Altnaheerin

Declan Duffy, Murlog |

| 11:30am | Carrigart, Pro Populo |

| Monday

10am | 11th May |

| Tuesday

10am | 12th May

Mary Shields, Glen |

| Wednesday

No Mass | 13th May |

| Thursday

10am | 14th May

Winnie Mc Gettigan, Glenree |

| Friday

7pm | 15th May

Cathal Mc Ginley, Drumdutton, Month’s Mind |

| Saturday

10am | 16th May

Bridget Reilly, Jimmy & Susan Logue,

John & Mary Rice, Letterknny |

| 6pm | Bridget Connor, Downings

Mary Bowdon, (nee Doherty), Downings |

| Sunday

10am | 17th May

Downings

Simon & Bridget Gallagher, Derryhassan |

| 11:30am | Carrigart, Pro Populo |

Linda Shields, Park View, Letterkenny/Aughalatty, Carrigart, whose Requiem Mass took place here on Saturday. May Linda Rest in Peace.

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Parish Office Hours: Monday to Thursday: 9.30am - 4.30pm/Friday 9.30am - 1pm

Phone: 074 - 9121021

Parish Email: office@steunanscathedral.ie

Website: www.steunanscathedral.ie

St. Eunan's Cathedral

Live Web Streaming from the Cathedral ~ churchservices.tv/letterkenny

SUNDAY COLLECTION ~ 26th April - €5,684

DONATIONS: 1 x €10 and 3 x €5

RETIRING COLLECTION FROM THE O'DONNELL (RIP) REMEMBRANCE WEEKEND ~ €2,480

LATE DONATIONS: ST. PATRICK'S DAY - €25 / HOLY PLACES - €140

PARISH EXPENDITURE ~ €12,812.08

Thank you for your gift to God and His Church

We deeply appreciate your continued Spiritual and Financial support.

To BOOK A BAPTISM please phone the Parochial House on 9121021. Please remember: Godparents: (1 male and 1 female over the age of 16).

BAPTISM PREPARATION ~ We have uploaded a number of videos under 'Featured Videos' for Parents, in Preparation for their child's Baptism on our website: www.steunanscathedral.ie

A CHARITY DANCE in aid of Mary's Meals will be held in the Station House Hotel, Letterkenny on Friday 15th May. Music by Tory Sound ~ dancing 9 pm - 11.30 pm. Tickets: €10 each and are available from the Station House or from Brendan Breen: 086-3791207.

DANU YOUNG WOMEN'S CHOIR presents: Her Refuge Was, Her Song: Part Two in St. Columb's Hall, Derry on the 15th & 16th May. Please visit: www.DYWCTickets.com or scan the code on the Cathedral noticeboard.

41ST ALL IRELAND ROSARY RALLY will take place at Knock Shrine on Saturday 6th June. Bus leaving Letterkenny Cathedral Car Park at 6.30 am. Return fare €25. To book please contact, Frances on 086-3518815.

ST. PIUS X ADORATION CHAPEL ~ Speak Lord your servant is listening... St. Teresa of Avila says that 'not many people are allowed to speak to their ruler or King and the most they can hope for is to communicate through a third party. However we are able to speak directly to you, King of the Universe. Lord, you are always there in the Blessed Sacrament to listen to everyone who wishes to speak to you face to face'. Would you consider doing ONE hour of Adoration in St. Pius X Adoration Chapel? (Situated on the grounds of Loreto Secondary School). The Chapel has round the clock Adoration from 1 pm on Sunday until 8 pm on Friday. We need more committed adorers . . . that is, someone who will be there faithfully every week (or someone in your place) at an hour suitable to you. The following hours are in need of adorers: Monday: 6 am - 7 am; Tuesday: 4 am - 5 pm; Wednesday: 11 pm - 12 midnight; Thursday: 5 am - 6 am, 8 am - 9 am, 7 pm - 8 pm and Friday: 3 pm - 4 pm. Please phone: 086-0870446 if interested.

# ST. EUNAN'S CATHEDRAL LETTERKENNY NEWSLETTER

Sunday 3rd May 2026

Fifth Sunday of Easter

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Bishop Philip Boyce, OCD, will mark the Diamond Jubilee of his priestly ordination on Sunday 10th May next with Mass at 3pm in the Cathedral. We heartily encourage our parishioners to join us for this celebration as we express our deep appreciation for Bishop Philip's ministry and our affection for him. A reception will follow in Loreto Secondary School.

Holy Father,

who, according to the purpose of your grace,

chose Bishop Philip for communion

with the eternal priesthood of Jesus Christ

and for the service of our Holy Mother the Church,

grant that he may continue to be an ardent yet gentle

preacher of the Gospel

and a faithful steward of your mysteries.

We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,

who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,

God, for ever and ever.

# CELEBRATIONS FOR ST. EUNAN'S CATHEDRAL 125th JUBILEE

- 40 Hours Adoration: Wednesday 10th June - Friday 12th June

- (Invitation to all Parishes and Parish Groups to book one hour of Adoration in St. Eunan's Cathedral)

- Mass followed by a Procession: Friday 12th June at 7 pm

- Family Day: Saturday 13th June in the Pastoral Centre, Letterkenny

- Mass to Commemorate the Cathedral's 125th Jubilee: Sunday 14th June at 3 pm.

- Tuesday 16th June: Masses: 8 am and 10 am

- Tuesday 16th June: Mass commemorating the Consecration of St. Eunan's Cathedral - 7 pm

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If anyone is willing to do HOME BAKING for the reception in Loreto Secondary School Canteen which will take place after Bishop Boyce's Diamond Jubilee Mass, please phone Mary on 086-0870446. Thank You

The Cathedral 'FAMILY MASS' will take place at 10 am next Sunday 10th May. If any family would like to take part i.e., Reading, Prayers of the Faithful or Offertory, please contact the Parish Office on 0749121021. The Family Mass takes place on the second Sunday of each month.

ROSARY will be prayed on Lisfannon Beach, Buncrana this afternoon, Sunday 3rd May at 3 pm. Everyone welcome.

The ROSARY will be prayed Tuesday to Friday after the 7 pm Mass at Our Lady's Altar (St. Eunan's Cathedral) for the month of May. Rosary on Monday evenings at 7 pm.

The Legion of Mary will recite the ROSARY FOR THE MONTH OF MAY on a Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7 pm on the Glencar Road at Dr. McGinley Road Junction. All are welcome.

The ST. EUNAN'S SINGERS are SEEKING NEW MEMBERS for the choir, which sings once per month in the Cathedral at the 10 am Mass on Sunday. Singers for the men's chorus-line would be especially welcome. If interested please call or text Frank on 085-8476252 with contact details.

The Sisters of Merciful Jesus invite you to an AFTERNOON RETREAT on Saturday 9th May. The theme will be: "The role of Mary in the Divine Mercy." The retreat starts at 2 pm and continues until 5.30 pm. It will consist of talks, a time of prayer and sharing our experience of faith also a chat during tea time. If you need more information please contact the Divine Mercy Centre at: 0749169934 or email: dvmletterkenny@gmail.com

Letterkenny Ceili Club (a member of Cairde Rince na hEireann ) are hosting a CEILÍ MOR, tonight, Sunday 3rd May in Bonagee Hall, Letterkenny from 8 pm until 11 pm. Cead isteach €8. All are welcome.

DONEGAL PRO LIFE invite you to support the MARCH FOR LIFE in Dublin on Monday 4th May (Bank Holiday). For details and to book the sponsored bus please contact Margaret: 089-2469599/Teresa: 086-2647235/Brian: 087-2913186.

NORTH WEST 10K ~ Will take place on Monday 4th May commencing at the Community Centre, Pearse Road, Letterkenny at 11 am. Traffic diversions will be in place. Visit: www.northwest10k.com for further information.

BOYS GET TOGETHER with the Servant Priests of the Home of the Mother will take place on Saturday 9th May from 1.30 pm - 5.30 pm for boys aged: 9-17 who are up for some craic, sports, games, prayer etc. Please sign up by Thursday 7th May, please contact the Sisters at: derryshm@homeofthemother.com / 085-8763564

A HOLY SPIRIT RETREAT from Friday 22nd May to Sunday 24th May led by Fr. Shane Gallagher will take place in Ark of Mir (Jim Browne's House of Prayer) Killadoon, Co. Mayo. Please contact 086-6064327 for more information.

| Sunday 3rd May ~ Fifth Sunday of Easter |

| --- |

| Masses: 8 am, 10 am, 12 noon and 6 pm

May Devotions: 7 pm |

| Monday 4th May ~ St. Conleth, bishop (Bank Holiday) |

| NO 8 am Mass

10 am Mass ~ Mass of Thanksgiving |

| Tuesday 5th May ~ Bl. Edmund Rice, religious |

| 8 am Mass ~ Annie Mary Brolly RIP

10 am Mass ~ Brian McNamara RIP

7 pm Mass ~ Rosemarie McNamee RIP

Tuesday: Legion of Mary Meeting ~ 10.30 am in the Pastoral Centre |

| Wednesday 6th May |

| 8 am Mass ~ Grace Dillon RIP

10 am Mass ~ Bridget McCarney RIP

7 pm Mass ~ Priest's Intention

8 pm ~ Youth 2000 Prayer Group in the Cathedral |

| Thursday 7th May |

| 8 am Mass ~ Fr. Hugh Sweeney

10 am Mass ~ Hugh and Teresa Travers and Bernie and Karen Cahill RIP

7 pm Mass ~ Priest's Intention

8 pm ~ Charismatic Prayer Group in the Conference Room |

| Friday 8th May ~ Bl John Sullivan, priest |

| 8 am Mass ~ Fr. Frank McHugh RIP

10 am Mass ~ Priest's Intention

7 pm Mass ~ Anna Nallen, Willie Peoples, Emma Peoples, Jenny Peoples, Mary McMenamin, Frank Whelan, Barry Neely, Seamus O'Chnaimhsi, Jimmy Coyle and Stephen Shevlin RIP

8 pm Mass: St. Pius X Adoration Chapel |

| Saturday 9th May |

| 10 am Mass ~ Eileen Melly RIP (Month's Mind Mass)

11 am: Scoil Mhuire Gan Smál ~ First Holy Communion

3 pm: Scoil Naomh Fiachra Illistrin ~ First Holy Communion

Confessions: 12 noon - 1 pm and 7 pm

Vigil Mass ~ 6 pm |

| Sunday 10th May ~ Sixth Sunday of Easter |

| Masses: 8 am, 10 am, 12 noon and 6 pm

3pm ~ MASS to mark Bishop Emeritus Philip Boyce's Diamond Jubilee

May Devotions: 7 pm |

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# Paróiste Naomh fionán

10Ú BEALTAINE 2026 - AN SÉÚ DOMHNACH DEN CHÁISC - A

## Reflection

This Sunday, we are reminded that God’s love is always active and present in our lives. The coming of the Holy Spirit gives us strength. We are encouraged to trust that God is with us in every moment. Building on this, the "Good News" is reaching new people, and the Spirit is moving among them.

The psalm invites everyone to praise God for His mighty works. Peter calls us to speak of our hope with gentleness. In the Gospel, Jesus promises the Spirit will be with us forever. Jesus promises his disciples that He will ask the Father to send them the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, to be with them forever. If they love Him and keep His commandments, He also promises that He will come to them and reveal Himself to them, and whoever loves Him and keeps His word will be loved by the Father, and they will dwell with Him.

This message reminds us that God draws close to His people. It shows us how our faith grows when we live in love, speak with courage, and keep our eyes fixed on the Lord.

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Angone who receives my commandments and keeps them will be one who loves me; ...

## Cuimhneacháin Báis:

John McGee, Lower Dunmore, whose funeral took place here on Wednesday.

Margaret Sweeney, Baltoney and Arranmore.

Maureen Sweeney, Moyra, whose Month’s Mind Mass is on Saturday.

## Anniversaries:

Owenie Ferry, Moyra. Celine Doogan, Meenderry. Francie and Sissie McAuley, Arranmore. Mosie and Katie Coyle, Ballyboes.

## MASS TIMES AND INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK

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Please scan the QR code below to donate to either Falcarragh Church or Graveyard Collection

Church Collection

Graveyard Collection

## Confessions

6:15pm—6:45pm

Saturdays

## Eucharistic Adoration

Wednesday:

Holy Hour: 9-10 pm

Thursday: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm.

Thursday adoration includes the

Divine Mercy @ 5:30 pm and

concludes with Rosary

@ 8:30 pm

## All Masses are available live

on:

www.naomhfionan.com

& Parish Radio @ 106.5 FM

Fr. John Boyce P.P.

Parochial House, Falcarragh, Co. Donegal. F92 N6Y9.

074 91 35196 | fionannewsletter@gmail.com

www.naomhfionan.com | Church Webcam: www.mcn.live | Facebook: @falcarraghparish

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Fógrai

# Freagra an I Sailm: Alleluia.

## HOW TO REPORT CLERICAL ABUSE

If you have a concern, or complaint of child abuse, either current or historical, please contact:

Designated Liaison Person, Margaret Northage on: 086 2183 011 or by email: safeguarding@raphoediocese.ie.

You are advised also to contact statutory authorities:

Tusla (Child & Family Agency) - Tel: 074 9102233

Gardai National Protective Services Bureau - Tel: 01 6663430/6663435 or email: GNPSB_SCMU@garda.ie.

Free Counselling & Support is available through Towards Healing:

Freephone - Rol: 1800 303416

Freephone - N.Ireland & UK: 0800 0963315

Freephone - Hearing Impaired: 085 8022859

## Ways to donate to parish funds

You can now make a donation to the Parish online by scanning the QR codes on the front of this newsletter, with your mobile phone camera. One QR code is for the Sunday Collection and one QR code is for the Graveyard Collection. You can also make donations by going to the parish website and clicking on the DONATE button. All donations are gratefully accepted.

## An Chéad Chomaoineach Naofa - Comhghairdeas

Comhghairdeas leis na pàisti a rinne a gcéad Chomaoineach Naofa anseo ar an tseachtain seo caite. Thanks to all parents and teachers for all their work in preparing the children for these Sacraments. May you know of God's loving and caring presence with each of you and your families now and in the future.

## Legion of Mary Statue

Anyone who would like to have the statue of Our Lady contact 087 3720740 or 91 65786.

## Invitation

## Epilepsy Collection

The Annual Epilepsy Church Gate Collection will take place on the weekend of 23rd/24th May, 2026. Please support this worthy cause. National Epilepsy Week 2026 takes from 18th May - 25th May. For further information, please visit www.epilepsy.ie/content/national-epilepsy-week-2026-epilepsyweek

## Rosary Rally 2026

You are invited to join us in a Public Square Rosary Rally for the conversion of Ireland at 4:00 pm on Saturday 16th May outside the Bank of Ireland. All are most welcome.

## Padre Pio Healing Night

You are warmly invited to a special Padre Pio Healing Night led by Fr John Mockler SdS at 6:30 pm on Friday 15th May in Teach Phobail Criost Ri, Gortahork. The evening will include teachings on St Padre Pio, Holy Mass, Adoration and a Blessing with a relic of St. Padre Pio. This promises to be a prayerful and grace-filled evening for all who attend.

## Encounter Donegal Weekend

Radisson Blu Hotel, Letterkenny. 6.00pm - 10.30pm Friday 5th June. 9.00am - 10.30pm. Saturday 6th June. Expect to experience the presence of God through the celebration of the Sacraments, Spirit-led worship, inspiring talks, healing service, and fellowship. Come and be refreshed and empowered by the Holy Spirit and learn from the Saints how to live the lifestyle God intended you to live. Keynote Speakers: Patrick Reis: co-founder and Executive Director of Encounter Ministries USA & Fr. Patrick Gonyeau who serves with the U.S. Province of the Missionaries of the Precious Blood in Ohio. Bookings at https://encounterschoolofministrydoneg.regfox.com/encounter-conference-donegal For more info, email donegal@encounterschool.org.

## Pilgrimage to Lisieux

Pilgrimage to Lisieux, September 18 to 21, staying in a beautiful hotel across the road from the Carmel of St Therese. €795 includes flights, coaching, full religious programme, all dinners and some lunches. Please phone 057 93 55050 or email info@myriam.ie

## Food Bank Appeal

The Food Bank is very low on supplies at the moment so any non perishable goods are urgently required. Food bins have been left in the 4 porches for any goods donated.

## Coiste Glan agus Glas

Táimid ag iarraidh cuidú! This is a very busy time of year for the tidy towns committee in preparation for judging which can take place anytime from the beginning of June. We would welcome every help, we will meet for an hour from 6pm - 7pm every Tuesday (weather permitting) to do some necessary jobs. We will focus on the area near the carpark this week, 12th May. Fáilte romhaibh uilig!

## Cloughaneely Junior Band

Uimhreacha na seachtaine: 1-2-9-11-13-14. Match 5 winner for the second week in a row, comhghairdeas le Sally Whoriskey €100.

€3,550 sa phota oir. Tarraingt gach Déardaoin. Good luck to all the band taking part in the Donegal Fleadh this Sunday in Ballyshannon.

## Pobail le Chéile

Siopa Pobail Opening times: Tuesday - Friday 10am-5pm.

Saturday 11am-5pm, Sunday and Monday - closed.

ARTSPACE-Spring Exhibition-featuring the following seven artists: Treasures of the Shore (Kristina Ferry), Seagull Island Design Studio, Roisin Doherty, Maria Mitchell, Eyla Khrystenko and Merrow Na Mara. The exhibition at Pobail Le Chéile, Main St, Falcarragh is open to the public until mid June.

## Ionad Naomh Fionnán

Well done to Joe Doxy Ferry who won €1122.00 in this week's 50/50 Draw. Tickets available online, through our social media links and Patsy will be at the Hut every Friday.

We will be hosting a National Bike Week event in conjunction with Donegal Sports Partnership, a change to our scheduled date and time. . Registration at Ionad Naomh Fionnán on Sunday 10 May from 10:30a.m. followed by light bites and refreshments. We look forward to welcoming you all to this family event. Ladies, looking to get fit and have some fun can join CLG Cloich Cheann Fhaola every Monday night at 8pm for Gaelic for Mother's and Others on the Astro pitch. New members welcome!

Digital Skills continues every Monday from 1-3pm. Chair Aerobics Tuesdays from 10:30-11:30am. Spaces available for Gymnastics class on Wednesdays from 4-7pm. Zumba continues this Wednesday evening at 7:30pm. Ballet class and Modern Dance with Forristal school of Dance Fridays from 4-7p.m. We will be setting a date for our Men in the Move programme shortly! Keep an eye on our social media for updates. Anyone interested in joining the group please get in touch. For information on any of our classes please email ionadnf@gmail.com or call/text 074 9165750/087 7063018.

We are still accepting applicants for our part time caretaker position. Please forward your interest with CV to managerionadnf@gmail.com

Dáire O' Baol will be holding Campa Spórt at Ionad Naomh Fionnán from 29th June to 3rd July. The camp is open to children aged 3-13 years of age. Parents/Guardians can register and pay in the main office. Places are limited so please book in time to avoid disappointment.

## Dovida Donegal

Dovida Donegal is hiring Caregivers.

Competitive pay. Flexible shifts. Free and subsidised training. Mileage Allowance, 24 hour support, great career opportunities.

## Dates for 2026

Ballina Estate Mass - 7th June @ 10:30 am

Graveyard Sunday Mass - 2nd August @ 1:00 pm

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St. Vincent de Paul: Local number: 087 1443464

Cloughaneely Food Bank: 083 348 9749

MABS Gweedore: 0818 072650

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Tawnawilly Parish Newsletter

Sunday May 10th 2026

Six Sunday of Easter/A

Parish Website

www.tawnawillyparish.ie

Facebook

@tawnawillyparish

St. Patrick's Church, Donegal Town

# Mass Times Intentions for this Week

| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |

| | | 11:30 am | Intention | |

| Sunday 17th The Ascension of the Lord/A | 10.00 am | | Joe & Mary Martin

Kitty Mc Ginty

Eamon Martin

Nora Martin

Charles Mc Nulty | Anniversaries |

| | | 11:30 am | Imelda Mc Groary

Mary & Patsy Mc Girr | Anniversaries |

We remember and pray for those who have died... Tommy Crawford who died last week. Father in-Law of Brenda Martin

# Eucharistic Adoration

Tuesday's St. Agatha's Church

Adoration 3pm – 6pm

Thursday's: St. Patrick's Church

10.00 am – 7.00 am

Confession

Upon request or after any Mass.

All Masses in both Churches are broadcast live on our parish website or on www.mcn live and follow the links.

# Parish Priest

Fr. James Gillespie, P. P.

Parochial House, Upper Main St., Donegal Town, Co. Donegal

F94 D8Xo

Phone: 074 97 21026

Email: ppdonegal@gmail.com

# Parish Office

Parish Centre, Upper Main St., Donegal Town, Co. Donegal.

F94 EWR4

Phone: 074 97 21026 / 97 40461

stpatricksparishcentre@gmail.com

Opening Times:

Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Friday

9:30 am – 2:30 pm

# Parish Bookings

To book a baptism, wedding or to book the Parish Centre itself, please contact the Parish Office

# Baptisms

Baptisms take place in St. Patrick's on the 1st & 3rd weekends and in St. Agatha's Church on the 2nd & 4th weekends of each month.

Baptisms are held on Saturdays at 4:00 pm or Sundays at 1:00 pm.

Baptismal Preparation course takes place in the Parish Centre on the last Tuesday of each month for all families requiring their child to be baptised.

# Weddings

Please allow at least four month's notice for weddings in the parish. Please see our website for further information on parish weddings.

# Parish Newsletter

Please submit items for the Newsletter to the parish office no later than 12 noon on Thursday's, by phone, email or dropping in a note.

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Notices

# Cleaning of St Patrick's Church

Thanks to all who have helped before, and we are looking for help again on Mon, 11th at 5pm.

All help will be greatly appreciated.

# Exam Prayer Sponsors

Over the next few weeks, the young people of our parish will be doing their exams. As a way to support the students through this time they are asked to complete a simple request sheet in either church requesting someone to pray for them as they prepare for and do their exams. On the weekend of Sunday 10th May, these sheets will be available in the church and we, who are not doing exams, will be asked to take one and remember and pray for that young person. It will be relatively anonymous as the sponsor will only have the first name of the student. However, your support to the youth of the parish, as a prayer sponsor, is very much appreciated during what can be a stressful time for them. Thanks.

# Bishop Philip Boyce, OCD, Emeritus Bishop of Raphoe

will celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of his priestly ordination with Mass in St. Eunan's Cathedral this Sunday 10th May 3pm, followed by light refreshments at Loreto Secondary School. Parishioners throughout our diocesan community are most welcome to attend.

# 41st All Ireland Rosary Rally

Will take place at Knock Shrine on Saturday 6th June. Bus leaving Letterkenny Cathedral Car Park at 6.30 am. Return fare £25. To book please contact, Frances (Letterkenny) on 086-3518815; Mary (Ballybofey) 087-7586350; Kathleen (Donegal Town) 0876579222 and Fr. Rory Brady (Ballyshannon) 071 9851295.

# As part of the "Rosary Rally for Ireland"

A public rosary will be recited in St. Patrick's Church, Donegal Town on Saturday the 16th of May at 4pm. All welcome. This will be one of over 580 public square rosary cruciates taking place in towns, cities and villages all over Ireland. The intention for the Rosary Cruciate is to beg God and Our Lady to save Ireland from today's chaos, immortality and secularism.

# A Holy Spirit Retreat

From Fri 22nd May to Sun 24th May led by Fr. Shane Gallagher will take place in Ark of Mir (Jim Browne's House of Prayer) Killadoon, Co. Mayıs. Please contact 0866064327 for more info.

# Donegal Garden Society

For our next event, we are delighted to be hosting a talk by Daithi Lavelle, a biodiversity educator from Kilglass House and Woodland in Enniscrone, Sligo. Our talk will take place on Monday 11th May in Salthill Garden Room, Mountcharles F94 H524 at 7pm. Doors will be open from 6.30pm. The fee for non-members is just £5. This includes refreshments. There will also be a plant stall. Please note that Salthill Walled Garden will not be open to the public on the evenings of Donegal Garden Society talks. All details are on the poster which can also be found on our Facebook and Instagram pages. Please feel free to share it among your own contacts and followers.

# Defibrillator Training

Barnesmore, Leghowney, Townawilley Community Alert are organising Defib Training in Leghowney Hall (Eircode F94 RH67) on Monday the 11th of May at 7pm. If you are interested contact 0866062725 to book a place. There is no charge. New Trainees Welcome.

# Mass for Exam Students

The 11:30 am Mass next Sunday morning (17th May) in St. Patricks will be for those who are sitting exams over the next couple of weeks. Students can fill out the exam prayer sponsor sheet and at the end of the Mass everyone else will be invited to take a sheet and be a prayer sponsor for a student. All welcome.

# Trócaire

Should anyone still have Trócaire Boxes for return could you please change the contents to notes and use the envelope provided, or any envelope marked Trócaire. You may then return it in the parish collection by next weekend at the latest. Thank you.

# First Communion – Scoil Aodh Rua agus Nuala & Glebe N.S.

Congratulations to the 34 children of the parish who made their First Holy Communion, yesterday in St. Patrick's Church and I hope you all had a good day. A sincere thanks to all involved in the schools & parish who prepared in any way for this great day for these children and their families. Thanks, is also due to all the parents/guardians of the children who took part in the preparation Masses each month and helping to make it worthwhile. May all the children and your families be blessed at all times by our loving God. Fr. James G.

# NEW PARISH SECRETARY REQUIRED FOR TAAWAWILLY PARISH (Clar & Donegal Town)

**Work Location:** Parish Centre, Donegal Town, Co. Donegal.

**Reporting to:** Parish Priest

**Hours: Part-time – Monday to Friday (20 hours per week)**

# Role Overview

The Parish Secretary plays a key role in supporting the pastoral, sacramental, and administrative life of the parish and parish centre. As the first point of contact for parishioners and visitors, the successful candidate will provide a warm and welcoming presence while ensuring the smooth and professional operation of the parish office and centre.

Working closely with the Parish Priest and others in the parish centre, the role requires strong organisational skills, administration ability, IT skills, discretion, confidentiality, initiative, and a respectful understanding of the mission and ethos of the Catholic Church.

Should interested persons require further information and job description, please contact: Parish Office, Parish Centre, Main Street, Donegal Town, F94 EWR4, Phone: 074 97 21026 or email: clardonegal@gmail.com

Closing date for applications: Friday 29th May, 2026 at 12 noon.

# Graveyard

Grass cutting in the graveyard has commenced for the summer months. Please remove old wreaths, etc., from graves and keep grave plots arranged is such a way so as to allow those cutting the grass to do so without having to disturb the plots too much. Everyone is asked to bring old wreaths, flowers, etc., home for disposal. Please do not dump anything in the graveyard or in adjacent properties. Thank you.

# The Pioneers Association

Are having meetings throughout the country in various venues.

Knock Wed 13th May at 7.30pm – 9.30pm

Cavan Tues 19th May at 7.30pm – 9.30pm

Omagh Sat 23rd May 2pm – 4pm

For further information and list of venues please check website at www.pioneer.ie/consultation

There will be an Online meeting for members who are unable to attend on Thurs Jun 11th 7.30pm 9.30pm.

Members should contact info@pioneers.ie for the link to join the meeting.

Sunday Collections – Sunday 3rd May

St. Patrick's Church: €1,255

St. Agatha's Church: €1,175

Thank you for your contribution to the Parish

You can also use your card or phone to 'Tap to Donate' in Donegal Church, to make your contributions and donations to St. Patrick's Church.

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TEMPLECRONE PARISH

DUNGLOE-MEENACROSS-LEITIR-DOOCHARY

Fr. Johnny Moore P.P (074) 95 21008

Fr Johnny Moore Mob (087) 935 5510

Email: office@templecroneparish.ie

Sixth Sunday of Easter.

Administrator & Director of Music: Lisa Philbin (087) 123 9354

Newsletter: Maureen Mc Cahill (087) 673 7821

Dungloe Community Hospital Parish Co-Ordinator: Bernadette Brennan (086) 195 6418

ST. CRONA'S CHURCH, CHAPEL ROAD, DUNGLOE, CO.DONEGAL, F94 W2P2

| ST.CRONA'S DUNGLOE | |

| --- | --- |

| SAT 9th MAY. | |

| 6.30PM | John J. Boyle Tully

Eamon & Nora Martin

Dec'd members Sweeney Family

Meenatotten. Michael Bonner Dungloe &

deceased members of Bonner Family.

Jim & Annie Furey Mountcharles &

deceased Furey Family members |

| SUN 10th MAY. 6th SUNDAY OF EASTER | |

| 11AM | Annie & John Campbell |

| MON 11th MAY. | |

| 10AM | Marie O Donnell. |

| TUE 12th MAY. Ven. Edel Quinn | |

| 10AM | Living & Dec'd members ARA Dungloe |

| WED 13th MAY. Our Lady of Fatima. | |

| 10AM | Mary & Nellie O Donnell, Aboligan and

Sally O Donnell, Mill Rd. |

| THU 14th MAY. St Matthias, Apostle | |

| 10AM | Patrick & Margaret McCarron, Mary Roog

& Annie McCarron & Anna Mitchel. |

| FRI 15th MAY. St. Cartage. | |

| 10AM | Tim, Sheila & Danny Rodgers. |

| SAT 16th MAY. St Brendan. | |

| 6.30PM | Martin & Kevin O Donnell, St, Peters Tce. |

| SUN 17th MAY. THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD | |

| 11AM | Missa pro Populo |

CONFESSIONS every Saturday in St Crona's @ 5:30pm

CONFESSIONS every Saturday in Leitir @ 6.30pm

CONFESSIONS every Sunday in Doochary @ 11.00am

EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT every Monday 10.30am – 8pm @ St Crona's

| ST.PATRICK'S MEENACROSS | |

| --- | --- |

| SUN 10th MAY. 6th SUNDAY OF EASTER | |

| 9AM | Missa pro Populo |

| SUN 17th MAY. THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD | |

| 9AM | Missa pro Populo |

# ST.BRIDGET'S LEITIR

| SAT 9th MAY | |

| --- | --- |

| 7PM | Special Intention |

| SAT 16th MAY | |

| 7PM | Angela Gallagher, Letterkenny & Darney

Danny Melly, Dooey

Peter Duffy, Glasgow & Meenacarn |

# ST.CONAL'S DOOCHARY

| SUN 10th MAY. 6th SUNDAY OF EASTER | |

| --- | --- |

| 11.30AM | |

| SUN 17th MAY. THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD | |

| 11.30AM | Josie Breslin, Renny |

RECENT DEATHS:

Joe McFadden Killmacrennan and Manchester

ANNIVERSARIES:

Frances O'Donnell, Craghy

Patrick Gallagher, Gortahork & Glasgow

Gloria Mc Cole, Mill Rd

SUNDAY COLLECTION: €2,960. Many thanks

NEWSLETTER DEADLINE – 12 NOON THURSDAY

ROSARY TO HONOUR our Lady in the month of May, will be prayed in St. Crona's church at 9.30am, Monday to Friday.

# PARISH NOTICES:

DONATIONS: You may wish to contribute to the Parish by setting up a standing order.

Our bank details as follows:

AIB, Main Street, Dungloe

Account: Parish of Templecrone

BIC: AIBKIE2D

IBAN: IE27 AIBK 9373 3925 7690 14

St Vincent de Paul Local Branch

Tel: 086 038 9322

To view Masses & Liturgies online please go to our Church Services website:

www.churchservices.tv/dungloe

Tel: 01 607 7150

ADVANCE NOTICE BLESSING OF THE GRAVEYARDS

in Dungloe and Maghery Sunday 19th July 2026

in Leitir & Cille Bhride Saturday 1st August 2026

PLEASE NOTE that Masses can only be booked via the Mass booking form, available from the Sacristy in all of our Churches or the Parochial House.

CAIRDE MHUIRE PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES 2026. 24th - 29th June (5 nights). Costas €995 ag taisteal ó Aerfort Bhaile Átha Cliath. Treoraí Spioradálta; An Sagart Pádraig Ó Baoighill. Tuilleadh eolais ; Bernie Mhic Giolla Bhride @0879353953

GRAVEYARDS LETTERMACAWARD/DOOCHARY The cutting season is about to begin in Madavagh & Boyoughter Graveyards very shortly, if you wish to cover your graves please do so!

CONGRATULATIONS go out to all our young Boys and Girls who received their First Holy Communion here in St. Crona's Church this weekend Please keep them and their families in your prayers.

THE HOUSE BOUND will be visited this coming Monday in the Hills & the Town areas.

CONGRATULATIONS to Megan Mc Dermott and Shaun Boyle who were married in St. Conal's last weekend

WE WELCOME to the parish family baby Charlie Pat O'Donnell, who was baptised in St. Conal's last weekend

TENDERS INVITED for the painting of the outside of St. Crona's Church and parochial house Dungloe, closing date 31st May 2026, address to parish priest Dungloe.

PRAYER PETITIONS FOR LOURDES please leave with Fr Johnny before 24th May

In Catholic devotion, May is traditionally associated with Mary as a special month of honour prayer, and love. The sources here do not explicitly name "May" as Mary's month, but they do show that Marian devotion is one of the Church's richest devotional traditions, expressed through the rosary, novenas, special prayers, litanies, pilgrimages, icons, and feast days. They also show that Marian devotion developed deeply in the Church from the New Testament, through the early Church and catacombs, into feast days, prayer books, and popular piety.

That makes the month of May fitting for Mary: it is a time when Catholics intensify exactly the kinds of devotions the Church already associates with her—especially the rosary and other contemplative prayers that lead believers more deeply into the heart of her Son. Mary is presented as Mother of God, Mother of the Church, and a central intercessor who comforts, protects, and leads believers toward Christ. So the spirit of May devotion is not to replace Jesus, but to honour Mary precisely because devotion to her 'will always lead us more deeply onto the heart of her son'

OUR LADY OF FATIMA 13rd MAY 2026

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O My Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of Hell, lead all souls to Heaven, especially those in most need of Thy mercy. Our lady of Fatima, Pray for us

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