Parish Newsletter – Sunday 21st June 2026: Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Church of the Immaculate Conception,
Glin, Co. Limerick.
Fr. Liam Enright: 087-7415603. Fr. Francesco Okonkwo: 087-7151260
Sacristan Michael Fennell: 087-9828711
Diocese of Limerick Website: www.limerickdiocese.org
Eucharistic Ministers: Sunday 21st June: Alice O Shaughnessy, Seán Flanagan
Sunday 28th June: Mary O Brien, Tommie MacNamara
Readers: Sunday 21st June: Seán Flanagan. Sunday 28th June: Desiree Dore
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. Enright or Fr. Francesco.
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 21st June: David & Kitty McInerney late of Ballinamuddagh and Jim & Mary Culhane late of Turraree Lower. Sunday 28th June: Thomas and Philomena Reidy and daughter Joan Reidy and Patrick & Denis Enright. Patrick Mulvihill 1st anniversary late of Drumrisk.
St. Fergus National School Infants Introductory Day: will take place on Friday 19th June at 1:00pm.
St. Fergus National School Parents Council Fundraiser: We would like to extend a huge thank you to everyone who supported our Parents Council Fundraiser last Sunday. Your continued support allows us to help provide extra curricular activities in St. Fergus National School. Míle Buíochas.
Ballyguiltenane National School: Notice Regarding Commemorative Books
We have become aware of a defect in the binding of a significant number of the commemorative books. As a result, we are recalling all copies and kindly ask that they be returned to the school at your earliest convenience. Replacement copies are currently being arranged and will be distributed as soon as possible. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your patience and understanding.
Thank you for your cooperation. Board of Management, Ballyguiltenane National School
Glin garden trail Sunday 28 June: 2-6 call to O’ Shaughnessy pub Glin for tea and cake during the tour
Tickets /map available in local shops to visit up to 10 local gardens, – get ideas, see the plants
Tickets €10. All Funds raised to Milford
Glin Tennis Club – Join Glin Tennis Club!
With the weather improving and the evenings getting longer, now is the perfect time to get involved in tennis and join Glin Tennis Club!
Membership Rates
- Family: €40 per year
- Adult: €20 per year
- Student: €10 per year
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced player, everyone is welcome.
To join, contact: Marie – 086 869 1821 or Siobhan – 087 222 5179
We look forward to seeing you on the courts!
Glin Tidy Towns: Glin Development & Tidy Towns are calling on residents and businesses to help keep the village clean and welcoming as we enter the busy spring and summer months, with Tidy Towns judges due to visit shortly. We ask everyone to dispose of litter responsibly, use bins correctly (and take rubbish home if bins are full), and remember that public bins are not for household waste. Residents and businesses are also encouraged to keep the areas outside their properties clean and weed-free.
Dog owners are asked to clean up after their pets, and all are encouraged to respect shared spaces such as the Town Park and Pier.
Glin Heritage Walking Trails have been awarded €10k from the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht. This funding has been secured through collaboration with Glin Development and Ballyhoura Development. This is fantastic news. This funding will allow us to continue improvements on the Glin Knights Walking trail, re-surfacing and enhancements. The funding is designed to ensure the trail is maintained to a high standard benefitted local communities and visitors alike. Making the announcement, Minister Calleary said: “Walking in Ireland’s beautiful countryside has wide-ranging benefits for the walker and local communities. There are a wide variety of trails across the country, from coastal trails to forest and mountain walks, making it easier for walkers to be immersed in nature
Glin Library in June…
“My Little Library Bag” is now available at Glin Library for any child starting national school this year. The bag and free books are offered to every child starting national school in the new school year 2026/27.
Glin Pier and Lifesaving Classes 2026: (subject to availability of instructors). Week 1 Swimming/Life Saving Registration Sunday 5th July – Classes Monday 6th July from 8:30am, Exam 11th July. Week 2: Swimming/Life Saving Registration Sunday 2nd August, Classes Monday 3rd August from 8:30am, Exam 8th August. Any queries email: limerickcounty@watersafety.ie
Kids Summer Camp: (facilitated by two Primary School Teachers): 6th to 10th July from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Children aged 4 to 9 years old in Ceol Corbrai Community Hall. To book contact Megan: 087-3574681.
Charity Swim: takes place this year on Saturday 25th July. Make sure to put it in your diary and plan on training for our unique event at Glin pier. A huge thanks to all who support the swim in any way to make it safe and successful
𝑮𝒍𝒊𝒏 𝑹𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒔 𝑭𝑪 𝑼𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒈𝒆 𝑹𝒆𝒈𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑵𝒐𝒘 𝑶𝒑𝒆𝒏…
𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔/𝟐𝟕 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧!
Family-friendly fees: €50 for one child, €70 for two or more children
Training fees, insurance, club membership and club kit included
Underage soccer for boys and girls from U6s right through to Youths (U18)
Training with FAI-trained coaches on our Astro Turf facility and full-sized grass pitch
Floodlights approved, creating more opportunities for evening training and games
Established in 1968, Glin Rovers FC continues to welcome children, young players and families from across our local communities, providing an environment where they can learn, develop and enjoy the game
Join a club with a proud history of developing young players and an exciting future as we reintroduce underage soccer to our community
𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬
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Parish Newsletter: If you would like any notice to be in this Church Newsletter, please email: office@stfergusns.ie by Thursday of each week. Please note next weekend will be the final parish newsletter until September.