Parish Newsletter – Sunday 3rd May 2026: Fifth Sunday of Easter.
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 3rd May: Marie Shine, Marie McKenna
Sunday 10th May: Betty McSweeney, Michael O Connor
Readers: Sunday 3rd May: John Prendergast. Sunday 10th May: Eileen Mulvihill
Deaths: Sympathy is extended to the family of Margaret Hogan, Cahara who died last week. May she rest in peace.
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 3rd May: Mary O Sullivan months mind late of Turraree. Margaret (Pidge) Healy and husband Joe late of Mill Street. Nell Woulfe 2nd anniversary and husband Phil 20th anniversary, late of Killarney. Sunday 10th May: Mary Theresa Musgrave 4th anniversary and husband Willie 8th anniversary.
Glin Defibrillator Group would like to sincerely thank everyone who supported our Church Gate Collection this morning. The amount raised was €882.50. This amount includes a donation of €100 from ‘Solas na Sionna Yoga’ in Glin, for which we are truly thankful. We are truly grateful for the generosity shown by our community. Every donation, no matter the size, makes a real difference.
The funds raised will go directly towards essential pads and batteries for our ten defibrillators in Glin, helping us keep them ready for use in emergencies. Your support helps us continue to provide this vital life-saving service in our community. Thank you again for your kindness and support.
Glin ICA Whist Drive Results: Ladies: Eileen Mulvihill, Margaret McMahon. Gents: Pat Kennelly, John McMahon. Longest at the Table: Margaret Hennessy. Raffle: Nola Adams, Jackie Martin, John McMahon.
Ballyguiltenane National School Open Meeting: An open meeting will be held on Thursday 7th May at 8.00pm to plan the celebrations for Ballyguiltenane National School’s 150th Anniversary. All past pupils, parents and staff (past and present), and members of the local community are warmly invited to attend. Your ideas and help will be greatly appreciated as we prepare to mark this special milestone in the school’s history
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: Enrolment for September 2026 is now open. Please contact the school office for enrolment forms on 068-34344 or email office@stfergusns.ie
Ballyguiltenane National School is currently accepting enrolment for the coming academic year 2026-2027. Please contact the school office on 068-34545 or by emailing office@ballyguiltenanens.ie. The Enrolment Form is also available to download from our school’s website www.ballyguiltenanens.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 – dates to be confirmed.
Congratulations: to the 2nd Class pupils of St. Fergus National School who received their First Holy Communion on Friday last the 1st May. Our thanks to Fr. Francesco and Sacristan Michael for the beautiful ceremony and to Mrs Dalton, Martina and staff of the school for the preparation for the Sacrament.
St Fergus National School: Part time Caretaker (10 hours per week) required for St Fergus National School. For further details please contact the office on 068-34344 or email: office@stfergusns.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.
Cloverfield Glin Homes Daycare Positions available at Glin Homes for the Elderly. The Community Employment Scheme (CE Scheme) provides training, valuable work experience, and the opportunity to work as part of a team supporting your local community. We have lots of positions available to fill. Works of workn19.5 hrs a week, Monday to Friday. If you are interested in any of these positions, please contact your local Intero Centre and quote the reference number beside the job to have your name put forward: Meals on Wheels Driver Job Ref: 2430512. Maintenance Worker Loughill Job Ref: 2432271. Maintenance Worker (gardener) Glin Job Ref: 2432509. Kitchen Assistant Job Ref: 2437285. Secretary/Meals on Wheels Administrator Job Ref: 2437284. You must be in receipt of a QUALIFYING Social Welfare payment to apply. More details available on 068 26033
Darkness Into Light Moyvane is just around the corner.
It will take place on Saturday 9th May departing Moyvane Community Sports Hall CLG at 4:15am.
Please see some images from last year’s walk to inspire you to join in this year.
You can register online at www.darknessintolight.ie
Local registrations will take place at the following locations and dates.
– Friday 1st May at Moyvane Village Hub from 09:30 to 12:30
– Friday 8th May at Moyvane Community Centre from 13:00 to 17:00
– Saturday 9th May at Moyvane Community Centre from 03:15 to 04:10
Registration prices for 2026 are as follows:
Adults 18+: €22
13 to 17 years old: €5
Under 13’s: Free
T-Shirts €8.50 (Depending on availability)
T-shirts sell out quickly so will only be available while stocks last.
Re-using previous year’s T-Shirts is a great way to ensure you are doing your bit for the environment and is greatly appreciated.
Glin Tennis Coaching: John Hennessy, Professional Tennis coach, is available on the following dates to give coaching lessons to children and young teenagers over a six week period. The cost of each lesson is €10 per child, with full payment (€60) paid upfront. If you are interested in signing up for the coaching, please contact Marie, 086 8691821, before the 1st May. Coaching will take place if the required number of spots are filled. The lessons are 1 hour long and will be from 12 noon to 1pm and from 1pm to 2pm.
The coaching lessons have been very popular over the last few summers and John is an experienced and well respected coach. The dates are as follows: Mondays on: June 29th, July 6th, July 13th (Break for Cul Camp), July 27th, August 10th, 17th, (Spare week August 24th). Please contact Marie on 086 8691821
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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