Parish Newsletter – Sunday 2nd June 2024 – Corpus Christi
Church of the Immaculate Conception,
Glin, Co. Limerick.
Fr. Timothy Curtin (Coolcappa/Kilcolman) 086-3697735
Fr. Austin McNamara (Loughill/Ballyhahill) 087-2615471/069-82103
Sacristan Michael Fennell: 087-9828711
Diocese of Limerick Website: www.limerickdiocese.org
Eucharistic Ministers: Sunday 2nd June: Betty Ann McSweeney, Michael O Connor
Sunday 9th June: Alice O Shaughnessy, Sean Flanagan
Readers: Sunday 2nd June: Sean Flanagan. Sunday 9th June: Margaret Hogan
Cemetery Masses: Glin Church Grounds: 9th June at 2pm, Kilfergus Cemetery 16th June at 2pm and Kinnard Cemetery 17th June at 7.30pm
Death: Sympathy is extended to the family of Eily Hogan, Hogan’s Grocery & Drapery Shop who passed away on the 22nd May in her 95th year. May Eily Rest in Peace.
Local Notes: if you would like to have a note placed in this section of the paper, please contact GlinNotes@gmail.com no later than 7:00 pm Sunday evening.
Glin Defibrillator: Emergency Number 068 59590. Please save the Glin defibrillator number to your mobile and/or near your landline. In the case of an emergency, call the number, give your location and a defibrillator will be brought to you by a trained responder. Please share with your family and friends within Glin.
Baptisms & Anniversary Masses: can be booked in the Sacristy.
Funerals: All funerals arrangements can be directed to the following:
Fr. Curtin: (086)3697735. Fr. McNamara: (069) 82103/(087) 2615471
Weddings: To book a Wedding please contact Fr. Curtin on (086) 3697735 or Pastoral Area Secretary Ann Dore, Foynes on (069) 65561 during office hours: Wednesday: 10a.m. to 1p.m., & 2p.m to 5p.m. Thursday & Friday: 9a.m. to 1p.m. & 2p.m. to 5p.m.
Mass Cards: Signed Mass Cards for the deceased are available at Glin Church. Please enquire from our Sacristan Michael after any of the Masses.
Anniversary Masses:
Sunday 2nd June: James O Brien, Glenagragra. Geraldine Costelloe 2nd anniversary, late of Turraree. Maureen & Michael Dillane anniversary. James & Hannah Barrett anniversary.
Sunday 9th June: Paddy & Kathleen Hogan anniversary, late of Cahara.
Novena to the Sacred Heart: Three day (5th, 6th & 7th June) Novena to The Sacred Heart starting on Wednesday 5th June. Morning Mass each day at 10am in Robertstown and Mass each evening in FOYNES at 7.30pm. All welcome.
Congratulations: to the Premier Division League Champions Glin Rovers FC having claimed the title last Saturday after a 38 year wait. What a game!! Final score Glin Rovers A 4-2 Athea Utd. Premier Division League Winners 2023/24. Premier Division League Cup Winners 2023/24. Well done to all the players and management. What a wonderful achievement.
Thank you: Glin Emmets would like to thank all those that gave so generously at their church gate collection last Sunday.
St. Fergus National School Junior Infants Introductory Day: will be held on Wednesday 12th June at 1:10pm.
St. Fergus National School Cake Sale: Please come along to the school to support our cake sale on Friday next the 7th June after 10am Mass. All proceeds will go into school funds. Everyone welcome.
Ballyguiltenane National School: We are currently accepting enrolment for the coming academic year 2024-2025. Please contact the school office on 068-34545 or by mailing office@ballyguiltenanens.ie. The Enrolment Form is also available to download from our school’s website www.ballyguiltenanens.ie
Whist Drive Results: Ladies: Nola Adams, Eileen Jackson. Gents: Jerry Corcoran, Kitty Kelly, Mary Hynes. Raffle: Pat Kennelly, Mary Hynes, Norma McKeon, John O Malley.
Glin Baby and Toddler Group: The last session of the year took place last Friday in Ceol Corbraí. The group will not be open Friday 31st of May (National School closed) and there is voting in the hall on the 7th. The following week June 15th if the sun is shining they might go to the park. Watch this space.
St. Fergus National School Parents Council: are holding a meeting in the school on Wednesday next the 5th June at 8:00pm. All parents welcome to attend.
Glin Knights Visitor Centre: The Glin Knights Visitor Centre reopens its doors for the summer, welcoming visitors from 10 am to 5 pm. Located on Lower Main Street in Glin, adjacent to Glin Library, entry is free for all. Come explore the rich history and legacy of the Knights of Glin – a delightful hour or so awaits you!
Thank You: A huge Thank You to the Shakeel family for treating the pupils and staff of St. Fergus National School to a barbecue last Wednesday at the school. What a wonderful treat for everyone.
The Movers Exercise Programme: continues every Tuesday in Ceol Corbrai Hall. To book a spot call Darragh 089 4080925. Booking is essential.
All Ireland Rosary Rally: Knock, Saturday, June 1st 2024. It is hoped to organised a Mini- Bus/ Coach from Glin to attend the Rally, If you wish to attend please book with Eilis McNamara, at 068—34269, or 087 – 6336369 , as soon as possible.
Youth Darts Practice: a weekly get together on Fridays from 8.30pm at Loughill Resource Centre – parents and children welcome.
The Ace of Hearts: Cloverfield Wednesday Mens Social Group. Tea, coffee, chat, newspapers and a game of cards.10:30am on Wednesday mornings. All welcome.
Save the Date. Sunday 14th July at 12 noon at Glin Pier. Glin Community Singing Group with Bernie Hayes are holding a fun afternoon of Song & Music to raise funds for Foynes Search & Rescue & the RNLI. More information nearer the date.
Glin Tidy Towns: Our weekly Saturday morning clean ups still take place, meeting outside Glin Library at 11am. All welcome.
Glin Tidy Towns: Glin town is a #Posterfreecampaign town and that includes the N69 which runs through the bottom of the town from the pier road to the start of the Tarbert Road. We are supposed to be looking after our environment not adding to pollution and littering.
Dance Class: Join Ann Marie for her weekly dance classes at Cloverfield Day Centre, and now, don’t miss out on the opportunity to join her additional class at Ceol Corbrai every Wednesday evening!
Activity at Glin Library: Craft Group. meets *fortnightly* (1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month at 10.30am. Open to all ages and abilities. Class is Free. Community Singing Group: meets every Tuesday from 11.30am. All welcome. Contribution box in place. Facilitated by Bernie Hayes, Askeaton/Ballysteen. The Book Group. meets monthly on the last Wednesday & Thursday of the month. All welcome. Class is Free. All events take place in Glin Library & everyone is welcome. A special word of ‘Thanks’ to our Librarian Deirdre who has a welcome for everyone & has encouraged all these events.
Tarbert Regatta: Tarbert Island, Dinghies June 8, Cruisers June 9th. Briefing at 2pm, First gun at 3pm. HT 20.41-4,7
Estuary Swim for St. Gabriel’s this Summer: Limerick based charity St. Gabriel’s Foundation is delighted to be the nominated charity of the Glin Estuary Swim this July. Swimmers will take on the mighty Shannon and swim from Coleman’s Castle, Labasheeda, Co. Clare to Glin Pier on Saturday July 13th. Swimmers can register their interest and get a sponsorship card from Swim Organiser Maria Geoghegan by emailing geoghegan.maria@yahoo.com.
Open Water Swim Programmes: Swim Ireland’s Open Water Programmes aim to build your confidence in the water, from wherever you are now, to wherever it is you dream of going on your open water journey. There are a number of upcoming programmes in Munster, including two locations in Limerick; Glin & Castleconnell. For more information and booking info https://meandthewater.ie/our-programmes/ For queries, email community@swimireland.ie
Glin Rovers Club Lotto: from Sunday 26/5/2024. Jackpot €8500 was not won. Numbers: 10, 12, 17, 32 Lucky Dips: €100 – Karina Holly (online). €40 – John J Murphy c/o D McGrath. €30 Voucher for Dunnes Bar – J McNamara & Stack Accountants. 20 Free Tickets – R O Connor c/o Hogan’s. 10 Free Tickets – Shante / Taste Cafe. Promoter – Niall McSweeney. Next Draw will be on in Barretts Bar on 2/6/2024 and for €8600
Please email any notices you would like to have in the newsletter to: office@stfergusns.ie
