Parish Newsletter – Sunday 11th May 2025. Fourth Sunday of Easter.
Church of the Immaculate Conception,
Glin, Co. Limerick.
Fr. Austin McNamara (Loughill/Ballyhahill) 087-2615471/069-82103
Sacristan Michael Fennell: 087-9828711
Diocese of Limerick Website: www.limerickdiocese.org
Eucharistic Ministers: Sunday 11th May: Mary Hogan. Sunday 18th May: Marie Shine, Marie McKenna
Readers: Sunday 11th May: Margaret Hogan. Sunday 18th May: Louise MacNamara
Rosary: For the month of May, the Rosary will take place in Glin Church every evening at 7pm except Friday.
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. McNamara: (069) 82103/(087) 2615471
Weddings: 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 11th May: Tom & Margaret O Connor late of Ballinagoul and son Kevin, also remembering daughter in law Imelda Connolly O Connor, Michael Patrick Dore anniversary, late of Main Street. Sunday 18th May: Martie MacNamara late of Killeaney and Mary, Martin & Tommy McNamara late of Main Street. Mary Teresa Musgave 3rd anniversary and her husband Willie Musgrave 7th anniversary. Sunday 25th May: Siobhan Collins (Scanlon) 2nd anniversary late of Ballinagoul. Margaret Scanlon anniversary, late of Coole Road.
Welcome: We would like to wish our new librarian, Rosemary Daly, all the very best in her new job in Glin library. It’s great to have our library service hours restored. Rosemary is there every day from 10 am to 5pm, Tuesday to Friday!Welcome on board.
The Glin Knights Visitor Centre is now: Open daily from 10am to 5pm. Lr Main Street next to Glin Library. Visitors can enjoy a free and interactive audio/visual guide of the story of the Knights of the Valley. Lots of extra historical and local information about the history of the Knights and indeed Glin available on taram47.sg-host.com/ under Hospitality and Activities. The centre is not manned but Glin Development members are on site periodically throughout the day. CCTV cameras are in operation.
Glin Pier Swimming/Life Saving Lessons: Week 1; Swim test & swimming registration on Saturday 12th July at 6.30pm – test is required to determine childs level and correct class. Registration takes place Sunday 13th July 12 noon at Glin pier. Class commence: 14th -18th July. Exam Saturday 19th June at 12 noon. Week 2; Swim test & swimming registration on Saturday 9th August at 6pm – test is required to determine childs level and correct class. Registration takes place Sunday 10th August at 12 noon at Glin pier. Class commence: 11th -15th August. Exam Saturday 16th August at 11am. Start times of classes to be confirmed at registration. The above is subject to availability of swimming instructors. For costs etc or general queries contact limerickcouncil@watersafety.ie
www.Glin.info – Your go to source for all things Glin! Find everything you need with just a click. Visit the page and share with others!
Yoga with Monika: Mondays at 7 pm in Cloverfield.Relax, stretch, and strengthen your body. Book with Monika: 086 8851913.
St Fergus National School is taking part in the Bottle and Can Re-turn Scheme Ireland by collecting empty plastic bottles and drink cans as part of their ongoing commitment to environmental awareness and sustainability. Pupils, staff, and families are encouraged to bring in clean, empty bottles/cans to help raise funds for school projects while also promoting recycling and reducing waste.
Congratulations: Congratulations to Anne Horan on her election as President of the Irish National Teachers’ Organisation (INTO) a truly remarkable achievement. Anne is the daughter of Kathleen and the late Garda Frank Burke of Derrigra Ballineen. Anne brings a strong voice and deep commitment to education, equality, and the welfare of teachers across Ireland. Her leadership and passion for the teaching profession make her an inspiring choice for this important role. We wish her every success in the year ahead. Comhghairdeas, Anne!
Glin Baby & Toddler Group: Tea/coffee and a friendly chat is always guaranteed. Please don’t be shy – we will welcome you with open arms. Ceol Corbrai Community Hall Glin. €3 family contribution. Every Friday. See you all there.
St. Fergus NS Clothing Collection: Monday, 9th June. The school is holding a clothing collection on Monday, 9th June and would greatly appreciate your support. Thanks to the generosity of Glin GAA, bags of clothes and shoes can be dropped off at the Glin GAA Clubhouse every Wednesday from 9:30am to 3:30pm, starting Wednesday, 16th April and continuing until Wednesday, 4th June. As the school has no storage space for the bags, they are especially grateful to Glin GAA for facilitating this collection. Míle Buíochas for your continued support!
Community Singing with Bernie Hayes: Tuesdays at 11.30 am in Glin Library.
Join a lovely group of ladies and experience the joy and benefits of singing together. Everyone welcome — no experience needed!
Craft Group Meetups: Wednesdays 21st May at 10.30 am at Glin Library. Come learn new crafts, observe creative skills, or help knit comforting blankets for chemotherapy patients. All are welcome — no experience necessary!
Book Club Gatherings: Wednesday, May 28th & Thursday, May 29th at 11 am, Glin library. Enjoy lively book discussions and chats about all sorts of topics. New faces are always warmly welcomed!
Dancing & Chair Exercise with Annmarie: In Cloverfieldevery Monday from 10 am — social dancing first, then gentle chair exercises at 11 am. A fun way to stay active and enjoy great company. Everyone welcome!
The Movers Programme with Darragh: Tuesdays at 2.15 pm. A fitness programme for all ages focusing on strength, balance, and mobility. Improve your wellbeing — come give it a try! Book with Darragh: 089 4080925. See you in Ceol Corbrai.
Save the Dates: Wednesday, May 14th at 11 am — Heart Health Talk by a HSE speaker in the Library. Vital tips for a healthy heart. Tuesday, May 20th at 3.15 pm — Meet Limerick Author Karen Fitzgibbon, discussing her book “The World’s End” and her journey in writing. Both events are open to everyone! Both event s held in Glin library
Thank you: On behalf of DEEL Sighthound Rescue, a huge thank you goes out to everyone near and far who donated and continue to support the ongoing fundraisers. This year’s Easter hamper raffle raised an incredible €2,330, every cent of which is urgently needed to help us care for unwanted animals. Huge congratulations to Elena Caccia, the lucky winner! The hamper will be making its way to you in Italy over the coming weeks – we hope it survives the journey and that you love it, Elena!
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