Newsletter, 1st February, 2026

Pray for our Deceased Loved Ones
Recently Deceased: Willie Cottrell, Campile. Kit Martin, Nee Doran, Wellington Bridge
Anniversaries: Phyllis Forristal, Ballinlammy. Shared with: Jim & Larry Ryan, Glenmore (Sat 6pm)
Lory Cummins, The Village. Shared with: Michael Ryan, Kearney Bay (Sun 11am)
Maggie Cullen, Kilbride (Tues 10am)
Dunphy Family, Ballyverneen (Thurs 10am)
Mary Flannery, Manchester
Anniversaries Next Weekend
Christine Bartlett, Haggard. Shared with: Margaret Freyne, Kilbride (Sat 7pm). Larry Byrne, Haggard (Sun 11am)

Bank Holiday
There is no mass on Monday on account of the bank holiday.

St. Blaise
St. Blaise will be celebrated on Tuesday. The blessing of throats will take place after Masses this weekend, and on the feast day itself.

Confirmation
After much consideration, and listening to teachers and parents, we will leave the confirmation at the original date of Wednesday, March 11th at 11am. This will now, hopefully give clarity to all families, especially those inviting people to attend.

Ballyfacey National School
Ballyfacey N.S. now accepting enrolments for the school year 2026-2027. Please contact the school by email at ballyfaceyns@gmail.com or by phone 051-880388 to request an enrolment form. Thank you

First Friday
I will make my First Friday calls this coming Friday from 11am to 12moon and from 1pm onwards. If there is anyone who would like to be included on my list please get in touch.

Parish IBAN
For those who wish to contribute to the parish online, either by monthly direct debit, or once a year or twice a year, our parish IBAN is IE76 BOFI 9066 3811 5069 20. this is the parish account only, not the priests account. Thank you for your support

Pilgrimage to Lourdes
The Ossory Pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place from May 25 to May 30, 2026.
All bookings should be made through Joe Walsh Tours by telephone 01-2410800,or online www.joewalshtours.ie/pilgrimages/group-diocesan-pilgrimages/ or by post to JWT 89 Harcourt Street, Dublin 2, D02WY88.
SPECIAL ASSISTED/SICK SECTION
Assisted Section should apply to Anna Colleton at a.colleton@cbskilkenney.ie This special assisted/sick section is accommodated at the Accueil. Acceptance for travel with the special section for the sick is subject to the approval of the Pilgrimage Medical Board.
Early booking is advisable as space is limited to one plane load.

Glenmore NS Parents Association
The last day for drop off to the school is next Wednesday the 4th Feb​*
The following is a list of items acceptable​* paired shoes, clothes, handbags, Hats, Scarves, Ties, Belts, Socks, jewellery.
They do not accept​* Duvets, Pillows, Bedding, Cushions, Curtains, Towels, Mats, Crested Uniforms, off cuts, Soiled/Wet items, Household items. Thank you. The Glenmore NS Parents Association


Admissions & Enrolments 2026-27
Glenmore NS will accept admissions for 2026-27 school year from Monday 26th January. Forms can be downloaded from the school's website or please contact the school for further information.

Ballyfacy Windfarm Submission Clinics
Submission advice clinic this Sunday at 12 noon in the hall. Also Monday at 7pm and Wednesday 4th at 7pm in the hall.
Any assistance required ring: 087 779 8979 (Jackie). Venue: Front Office, Community Hall.

Thank You
We gratefully acknowledge a gift of €270 from the Ukelele club towards parish funds. Half of that will go towards hall funds too. Your generosity is appreciated. Keep the world happy by playing the Ukelele!