Parish Newsletter – 12th November, 2023 – Thirty-Second 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 12th November: Alice O Shaughnessy, Sean Flanagan.
Readers: Sunday 12th November: John Prendergast. Sunday 19th November: Eufrocina Clemente.
Eucharistic Adoration: Adoration every Friday from 5pm to 9pm.
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 12th November: Michael & Catherine Culhane anniversary, late of Ballyguiltenane. Jack & Mary Connolly, late of Ballinamuddagh, their daughter Sally Egan and Sr. Josephine Culhane. Malachy Maxwell anniversary, late of Ballinamuddagh. Tommy & Minnie Fitzgerald anniversary, late of The Mall, and their deceased family members.
Wednesday 15th November: Declan O Kelly anniversary.
Sunday 19th November: Liam Mulvihill anniversary and deceased family members late of Ballygoughlin. Dan & Ann O Sullivan late of Turraree. Hannah Griffin, late of Blaine.
St. Fergus National School: The girls football team are through to the West Cumann na mBunscoil Division 2 Final. It takes place in Mick Neville Park Rathkeale on Wednesday next the 15th November at 10am. Wishing them and their coach Mrs. Mulroe the best of luck in the final.
Old Fair Day Glin: It’s that time of year again!!! Old Fair Day Saturday 2nd December in the Square. Please provide your own stall & coverings. All are welcome. The Craft Fair takes place in Ceol Corbrai Community Hall, table spaces are limited and are on a ‘first come first served’ basis. To book your table at the craft fair only and for all details please Contact John on 087-207-9268.
Last Call: The presentation of all funds raised from the Glin Swim to The Cliona Foundation takes place later this month. It would be appreciated if all outstanding sponsorship could be handed in as soon as possible. Thank you all for your support every year.
CHRISTMAS CARDS FROM GLIN: “Season’s Greetings from Glin” Christmas Cards. €2 each. Available to purchase from MacNamara’s shop, Glin Pharmacy and Glin PO.
Adult Group Singing Classes: the new adult Glin group singing class was a huge success last Tuesday and will continues in Glin Library every Tuesday from 12 noon to 1pm. Come along and enjoy the benefit of improving your health, memory and wellbeing through group singing with friends and new friends! A variety of music styles will be sampled and all are welcome Facilitated by Bernie Hayes –Askeaton/Ballysteen. Laughter and fun guaranteed!
Glin Tidy Towns: out on Saturday mornings from 11 to 12 noon. Weather plays a big factor in getting our jobs done so it’s great when home owners and businesses keep an eye on their patch. This school year we have four TY students who have signed up with Glin Tidy Towns towards gaining their Gaisce award. Volunteering is a great way to connect with their community, gain confidence, make new friends/network and develop new skills
ICA Whist Drive Results: Ladies; Norma McKeon, Grace Holly. Gents; Jean Tobin, Maeve McNamara. Longest at the Table; John O Malley. Lowest Score; John O Malley. Raffle; John O Malley, Martyna Martin, Grace Holly, Pat Kennelly, Katie Fitzell, Julia Ryan.
Feed the Squirrels: Estelle has been busy on the Knights Walk cleaning out and topping up the feeders. This year, there is very little beech mast and acorns for them to feed on. If you would like to support the purchase of nuts and seeds, you can help by buying some cards which are in local shops. €2 each Thank you.
Fitness Classes: Ceol Corbrai Hall , Thursday evenings at 7.15pm. To book call 085 121 3619
Glin Craft Club: open to everyone. Share your knowledge, learn a new craft, show off your masterpieces, get help with your patterns and new techniques. Bring along your work and a mug for a cuppa or come along to join in on the chat, every Wednesday in Glin Library at 10.30am.
Glin Comhaltas: Thursdays: Sean Ons dancing lessons for children and adults with rangog townsend. U8s 6.30-7pm, Over 8s and teens 7-7.30pm and adults 8-9pm. Fridays: music lessons with Eoin Burke from 7pm and signing lessons with Ailbhe Healy. For full information contact Carol Ann Healy 083 0457 474.
Buses 7 days a week: Glin to Newcastle West via Shanagolden Operated By: Local Link Limerick Route 593 – Adults single €5, Adult return €3. Call 069 78040 or Email limerick.manager@locallink.ie for details. Glin to Limerick City, operated by Bus Eireann Route 314 – Adults €11 single, Adult return €19.50. Glin to Ballybunion, operated by Bus Eireann Route 314 – Adults €8 single, Adult return €12.50. Call Bus Eireann LoCall 0818 836 611 for details. New route from Tarbert to Tralee via Ballybunion Operated by: TFI Local Link bus route 274 Full details: www.locallinkkerry.ie/tarbert.
The Knights of Glin Visitor Centre: open daily 10am – 5pm. This is a wonderful resource located next to Glin Library on Lower Main Street. Entry is free.
Glin GAA Split the Bucket: Thanks to all who support our Glin GAA split the bucket. Tickets can be bought online or in most shops and pubs in the town or in John Wallace’s shop in Tullyleague. Play before 7pm. To play visit https://bit.ly/glingaa5050
Winter Schedule Ferry Time Change: The winter sailing schedule commenced Sunday, 1st October 2023 with sailings from Killimer every hour on the hour from 7.00am to 7.00pm and sailings from Tarbert every hour on the half hour from 7.30am to 7.30pm. Sunday sailings commence two hours later at 9.00am from Killimer and 9.30am from Tarbert.
Fitness Classes: Ceol Corbrai Community Hall, Thursday evenings at 7.15pm. To book call 085 121 3619
Loughill Calendar 2024: “A Recollection of days gone by” Back by popular demand our fourth Calendar has taken on a change this year as we have decided to go with an “old pictures theme” of the buildings and the natives of our beautiful picturesque village down through the years. A collection of almost 60 photos included, it will take you on a trip down memory lane like no other. A must have Christmas stocking filler for all at home or abroad. A sincere thank you to all of our very generous sponsors and as always all proceeds will go towards our village and park Christmas lights and trees this year again. On sale now for €10 at Paddys shop , Ballyhahill or by contacting this abhabhanpp@gmail.com
Loughill Park: It’s that time of year again. Our North Pole Post Box is back in the park for 2023. You can now post your letters direct to Santa so get writing them quick before his arrival at our Park on Saturday December 9th to switch on the tree.
Please email any notices you would like to have in the newsletter to: office@stfergusns.ie