Parish Newsletter – Sunday 17th November 2024 – 33rd 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 17th November: Mary Hogan, Grace Fitzgerald
Sunday 24th November: Marie Shine, Marie McKenna
Readers: Sunday 17th November: Eufrocina Clemente. Sunday 24th November: Desiree Dore
Prayers for the Holy Souls every night at 7pm in Glin Church for the month of November. Please come along & share in community prayer for our deceased loved ones.
Remembrance Masses: Kilcolman 22nd November and Foynes 29th November. All masses start 7.30pm
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 17th November: Paddy Horan and Fr. John Horan anniversary. Deceased members of Glin ICA and deceased Whist Drive Players. Michael and Josie Fitzgerald, Killacolla. Hannah Griffin anniversary.
Sunday 24th November: Liam Mulvihill 30th anniversary and deceased members of the Mulvihill family, Ballygoughlin. Dan & Ann O Sullivan anniversary, late of Turraree.
Thank you to Fr. Connolly visiting from Florida USA, for celebrating mass in Glin for the last two Sundays. We wish him safe travels back to the States. After mass, last Sunday Fr. Connolly’s brother, Hugh, played some music on the church organ. He is a very gifted musician.
Thank you: to everyone who gave so generously at last Sundays morning Glin Christmas Lights church gate collection. The sum of €630 was raised. The turning on of the Christmas Lights and the Crib will take place on Monday evening, the 9th December. More details to follow nearer the time.
Glin Baby & Toddler Group is back: Join the group every Friday from 10am to 11:45am at Ceol Corbrai Hall for a wonderful morning of fun and friendship. For just a family contribution of €3, enjoy tea and coffee for the grown-ups and treats for the little ones too! The group offers more than just playtime—it’s a safe, welcoming space where parents, grandparents, and caregivers can connect, relax, and enjoy a bit of “adult company” while the children make new friends and explore together. It’s fantastic for little ones to interact with others their own age, helping them build social skills while you enjoy some well deserved downtime with a friendly community.
The monthly meeting of Glin ICA: was held on Friday October 18th in Cloverfield Day Care Center. The minutes of the last meeting were read, approved and signed. Some of the ICA members went to the Knitting and Stitching Show in Belfast, which takes place from Thursday 7th-Sunday 10th November at the TEC. All members who went to the 80th Anniversary Celebration Lunch in the Woodlands House Hotel had a very enjoyable day. It was decided to hold the annual Senior Citizens Christmas Party on Sunday November 24th, beginning with Mass at 1 o’clock. The meeting ended with tea and refreshments provided by Kathleen Scanlon and Chris McMahon.
Take the Plunge for Focus Ireland on Sunday 24 November, 12pm at Kilteery Pier, Loughill, Co. Limerick. Help combat homelessness. Enjoy soup after your Dip sponsored by CULLY & SULLY.
ICA Whist Results: Ladies: Margaret McMahon, Eileen Mulvihill. Gents: Margaret Reidy, Bernadette O Shaughnessy. Raffle: Pat Kennelly, Eilish McNamara, Julie Fitzell, Norma McKeon.
St. Fergus National School: Thank you to all the parents and pupils who sent in Christmas Shoeboxes and donated online for the Team Hope Christmas Shoebox Appeal.
Congratulations: A huge congratulations to Jack Wallace on being selected for the U11 Limerick Desmond soccer team! Playing in midfield, Jack’s right foot is a powerful asset, and his strength and skill make him a formidable presence on the field. Known for his fantastic free kicks and sharp eye for goal, Jack consistently brings his best to every match and training session. All of his teammates and managers are incredibly proud of him and wish him every success on this new journey with new friends. Well done, Jack
Old Fair Day returns on the first Saturday in December (7th), bringing fun, entertainment, and nostalgia as the village revives traditional animal trading. The streets and square will be filled with vendors offering various goods, including Christmas items. Vendors must provide their own tables and coverings. The Christmas Craft Fair at Ceol Corbrai Hall will also be held that day. Booking a table is essential due to limited space. Secure your spot by calling John at 087-207-9268.
Ballyhahill Christmas Craft Fair: November 24th, 11am-pm in Ballyhahill Parish Hall. To book a stall or for more info call Mary 087 274 7044
Glin Knights Visitor Centre: The centre is now closed for the winter months. The Glin Development and Tidy Towns committee wishes to thank everyone who visited the Glin Knights Visitor Experience this past Spring and Summer. We were delighted by the many encouraging and appreciative messages left in our Visitor Book. If you have friends or family who missed the chance to visit and would like a tour, please reach out to any member of the Glin Development and Tidy Towns team, and we would be happy to arrange a visit. Thank you for your continued support.
Weekly events … Solas na Sionna Yoga. Follow on Instagram or contact Mary on (087) 629 7682
Tide Side Sauna. Follow on Instagram or contact Ronan on (087) 640 5720
Christmas Singing with Bernie: Every Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. in the Library—get in the holiday spirit!
Craft Group: Off to the Belfast Knitting & Stitching Show, Nov. 6-8.
Book Club: Next meeting on Nov. 27 and 28 at 11 a.m, Glin library
Movers Exercise with Darragh: Tuesdays at 2:15 p.m. in Ceol Corbrai. Book with Darragh at 089 408092.
Dancing with Annmarie: Mondays at 10 a.m. in Cloverfield, followed by Chair Exercise to music at 11 a.m. Join one or both!
Yoga with Monika: Mondays at 7 p.m. in Cloverfield. Book with Monika at 086 8851913.
Whilst Drive: Every Tuesday at 8pn in Cloverfield Day Centre. New players welcome.
Glin GAA: Play Split the Bucket in shops or online www.tinyurl.com/GlinSplit
Ballyhahill Christmas Craft Fair: November 24th, 11am-pm in Ballyhahill Parish Hall. To book a stall or for more info call Mary 087 274 7044
Glin Charity Swim; Sponsorship Cards now overdue: Charity Swim in Aid of St. Gabriel’s Mungret FINAL REMINDER. Swimmers who still need to submit their sponsorship cards, please do so as soon as possible, as the presentation is now overdue. Thank you to everyone who has supported this worthy cause
Congratulations: Glin Tidy Towns are up an amazing 13 points in this years SuperValu Tidy Towns Competition. Thank you to everyone who does their part to contribute to this great result.
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