Parish Newsletter – Sunday 24th May 2026: Pentecost Sunday
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 24th May: Mary O Brien, Tommie MacNamara
Sunday 31st May: Mary Hogan, Grace Fitzgerald
Readers: Sunday 24th May: Nodlaig Adams. Sunday 31st May: Nicola Cunningham
Rosary: will be said in the Church for the month of May at 3:00pm and again at 7:00pm each day. All welcome.
Silver Jubilee: Mass of Thanksgiving for Fr. Liam Enright, will be celebrated on 31st May at 3:00pm in St. Senans Church, Foynes with refreshments etc. in the Community Centre afterwards. Everyone welcome.
Corpus Christi: We are delighted to inform you of the return of Corpus Christi Procession in Glin. It will take place on Sunday 7th June. Procession for all children from this year’s and previous First Holy Communion Classes and Confirmation Classes, from the Church after 11:00am Mass to Glin Square.
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 24th May: Margaret Hogan months mind late of Cahara. Siobhan Colllins nee Scanlon 3rd anniversary late of Ballinagoul. Eily Hogan, Main Street 2nd anniversary. Mossie Flynn & Jack Carroll and Kitty Carroll and M Flynn anniversaries. Sunday 31st May: Peg Normile late of South Mall, daughter Margaret Fitzgibbon late of Mountmellick. James O Brien late of Glenagragra. Geraldine Costello 4th anniversary late of Turraree.
St Fergus National School Church Gate Collection: Many thanks to all those who contributed so generously to our Church Gate Collection last Sunday.
An Appeal from Glin Development & Tidy Towns: As Spring and Summer bring more people out to enjoy everything Glin has to offer, this is a busy and important time for keeping our village looking its best.
Glin is more than just where we live — it’s our shared home, our community, and something we can all take pride in. A clean and well-kept town reflects respect for one another and for our surroundings.
With the National Tidy Towns Competition judges visiting in the coming weeks, we have a great opportunity to showcase Glin at its very best.
We kindly ask everyone to play their part:
✅ Dispose of litter properly
Please use bins provided and avoid littering. If bins are full, take your rubbish home. Weekends can be especially busy around the square, so we ask businesses and residents nearby to help keep the area clean.
⚠️ Important: Public bins are not for household waste. This is currently being monitored.
✅ Maintain your area
Keep footpaths and shared spaces free from litter and weeds.
✅ Get involved
Support or join Glin Tidy Towns — every helping hand makes a difference!
✅ Dog owners
Please clean up after your dog. Leaving dog waste on footpaths is not acceptable.
✅ Lead by example
Encourage respect for our Town Park and Pier. Please leave these areas as you found them—or better. Bringing a spare bag in your car can help. Together, we can keep Glin clean, green, and welcoming for everyone — now and into the future. ♻️ Thank you all for your support
Mass for Exam Students: St. Colmans Church, Kilcolman on Monday next the 25th May at 7:30pm.
Pray – Focus – Believe – Hope.
Ballyguiltenane National School: As part of our fundraising efforts for our upcoming celebrations on the weekend of the 13th & 14th of June, we are selling raffle tickets. Tickets are available from the school office between 2pm-4pm each day. The raffle will be held on Sunday 14th June at the school. The prizes are: 1st Prize – Two Night Stay Voucher for the The Woodlands House Hotel & Spa
2nd Prize – €100 Voucher for Bunratty Manor Hotel
3rd Prize – €75 Voucher for Ballybunion Golf Club
Thanks to the community for their continued support.
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 Tennis Club
Now that the weather is improving and the days are longer, why not join the Glin Tennis Club!
Very competitive membership rates
€40 pa for a family
€20 pa for single adult and
€10 pa for student
Contact Marie on (086) 8691821 or Siobhan on (087) 222 5179 to join.
Glin ICA Whist Drive Results: Ladies: Norma McKeon, Marie Benn. Gents: Ann Costello, Marion O Leary. Raffle: Julia Culhane, Marie McKenna, Marie Benn.
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
St. Fergus National School: Clothing Collection: Tuesday 2nd June – please keep any bags of unwanted clothing/shoes for our collection. Glin GAA are kindly facilitating our collection by allowing bags of clothes to be dropped off at the clubhouse every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings until 3:30pm. Thanking you for your support with this school fundraiser.
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.
Save the Date: Ballyguiltenane National Schools’ Sesquicentennial (150th) Celebrations will take place on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th of June.
The Brendan & Martin Mulvihill Traditional Music Week in Glin – 27th to 31st October 2026.
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
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