Parish Newsletter – Sunday 14th July 2024 – 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time.
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 7th July: Betty Ann McSweeney, Michael O Connor
Sunday 14th July: Alice O Shaughnessy, Sean Flanagan
Readers: Sunday 7th July: Louise MacNamara. Sunday 14th July: John Prendergast
Divine Mercy & Rosary: in the Church every afternoon at 3:00pm
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: Friday 12th July: Michael & Brid Dore and son James, late of Main Street.
Sunday 14th July: Jimmy & Jerry O Brien, Glenagragra. Teresa Murphy 2nd anniversary, late of Mary Street also her husband John. Jimmy Ruddle anniversary.
Church Gate Collection: St. Fergus National School Parents Association hold their annual Church Gate Collection this Sunday, 7th July. Your support is greatly appreciated.
CANCELLED Glin Pier Swimming & Water Safety Classes: Brought to you by Limerick Water Safety. Due to the unavailability of instructors, the swimming and water safety classes scheduled for Monday, July 8th is CANCELLED. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. However, the swimming lessons from Monday, August 12th to Saturday, August 17th, with registration on Sunday, August 11th, is intended to go ahead as planned. For any queries, please contact Maria at 087 241 8562.
Lifeguards on Duty: We are delighted to welcome our lifeguards back at Glin and Kilteery Piers! They will be on duty weekends throughout June and full-time in July and August. It’s crucial to swim only when lifeguards are present and to understand the meaning of the coloured flags they use. These flags provide essential information about water conditions and safety. Enjoy the water responsibly and have a great summer!
Retirement: Wishing Mrs. Mary Kennelly, Principal Ballyguiltenane National School a long and happy retirement.
Summer Stars: Call into Glin library to register for this year’s reading programme and collect your reading card & Limerick Libraries book bag to get you started. Only 8 books to read all summer with the chance to win some lovely prizes.
Activator Pole Walking: Join us for Activator Pole Walking at Ceol Corbrai Community Hall, Glin, every Wednesday from 9:30am to 10:30am, from July 3rd to July 24th. The cost is €10 for 4 weeks. Activator Pole Walking enhances aerobic fitness, mobility, strength, and balance for people of all abilities and fitness levels. The poles are suitable for everyone, making it an inclusive exercise option. Registration is required to provide the poles. To book, contact Rachel Macauley at 061 524973. With thanks to Limerick Sports Partnership.
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.
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!
Glin Estuary Swim: takes place on Saturday, 13th July. Please pencil this date into your diary and support the swimmers.
The Movers Exercise Programme: continues every Tuesday in Ceol Corbrai Hall. To book a spot call Darragh 089 4080925. Booking is essential.
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.
Save the date: Glin Rovers F.C. social will be held September 14th in the Listowel Arms Hotel. Live music from ‘Bog the Donkey’ – more details to follow.
Glin GAA: Please do not dump electrical items at the Club House. If it has a plug – its no good.The club incurs costs to dispose of electrical waste. However, scrap metal is welcome.
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.
Home Grown Flowers: Organic, Home grown garden flowers, with absolutely no pesticides used will be available in Paddy Hogan’s shop in Glin Village,from Friday/Saturday July 5th/6th. You can also order flowers for a special occasion 086-3676394
Summer Vibes Market Ballybunion: Every Saturday from 10am – 3pm to August 31st. Food, arts and crafts and more. Held in McMunns’s Garden at the end of Main Street.
Please note this weekend in the last newsletter until September.
