Quote for the Week
“I am not a saint unless you think of a saint as a sinner who keeps on trying.” — Nelson Mandela
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Feast Days during the week
There are two saints whose feast days are this week — St. Caelach (Celsus) and St. Francis of Paola. St. Francis of Paola (1416-1507) was born in Calabria. He became a hermit and attracted others to his way of life….
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Bible Corner
This weekend our readings give three very powerful readings. In the first reading from the Book of Joshua we see the Israelites celebrating Passover for the first time in the Promised Land — they ate from the produce of the…
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Reflection
On the 19th March, the Solemnity of St. Joseph, Pope Francis announced a new document in relation to the reform of the Roman Curia. It comes into full effect on Pentecost Sunday. This document (entitled ‘Praedicate Evangelium’) is the fruit…
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Mass Times
Saturday Vigil 6.10pm; Sunday 8am, 10am and Noon. Ballintotis: Sunday 10.30am Weekdays: Monday to Friday 8am and 10am Saturday 10am. During Lent Wednesday and Friday have a 7.30pm Mass as well. All Masses in Holy Rosary are televised on Saorview…
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Anniversaries
William Glavin, Sean Beausang, Dick O’Sullivan, Mary Ellen Flavin, Rita & John Mullins. May They Rest in Peace.
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament takes place in the Adoration Chapel on Wednesdays and Fridays from after the 10am Mass until 7pm. Please note that the Adoration Chapel can only seat eight at the moment. If you are an adorer…
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Special Collection for Humanitarian Aid in Ukraine
Special Collection for Humanitarian Aid in Ukraine will be held in all the Churches in the country on March 27th. Envelopes for the collection are available at the back of Holy Rosary and Ballintotis. As I type this there are…
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Pope’s Intentions for March 2022
For a Christian Response to Bioethical Challenges. “We pray for Christians facing new bioethical challenges, may they continue to defend the dignity of all human life with prayer and action.”
Feast Days during the week
During 2021 we covered all the saints in the liturgical calender. We will continue to mention them during this year but not give details on all. The following feast days occur in the coming week: Monday 21st St. Enda (died…
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Rural Stations
Rural Stations begin on Monday 21st March, all Stations in Holy Rosary at 7.30pm. Monday, 21st March – Elfortdstown, Gurtacrue, Broomfield, Killeagh, Ballyspillane, Killeendooling, Milltown and Bilberry. Tuesday, 22nd March – Kilbree, Killorga, Gurteenina, Attaquin, Ballintotis, Ballybutler, Ballyedekin, Farrentrenchard, Bawnard,…
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COMMUNITY CONNECT DRIVE & DROP
DONATE TO HELP FAMILIES IN NEED SATURDAY MARCH 26th 2PM-4PM – Church Car Park. Help us to gather much- needed essential items for mothers and babies around the country, by donating — just pick up a few extra items in…
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Noon Mass this weekend
The Noon Mass this weekend is being offered for all those who died from the beginning of Covid up to this moment and for their relatives, friends and neighbours who miss them so much. The names of those who died…
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Bible Corner
In the first reading when Moses asks God what answer to give to those who ask God’s name, this is the first part of the response — “I Am who I Am”, An interesting phrase to reflect on!
Quote for the Week
“We cannot share this sorrow if we haven’t grieved a while. Nor can we feel another’s joy until we’ve learned to smile.” – St. Patrick