Parish Newsletter – Sunday 6th April 2025. Fifth Sunday of Lent.
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 6th April: Mary Hogan, Grace Fitzgerald
Sunday 13th April: Marie Shine, Marie McKenna
Readers: Sunday 6th April: Louise MacNamara. Sunday 13th April: Teresa Culhane & Margaret Hogan
Deaths: Sympathy is extended to the family of Christopher Bambury, Cloverfield, to the family of Willie Fitzgerald, Kilfergus and to the family of Michael Mulcahy, Marian Place who passed away during the week. May they rest in peace.
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 6th April: Michael & Eileen Culhane late of Ballyguiltenane. Lydia Costello, Kilfergus Months Mind. Sunday 13th April: Patrick Normoyle late of Glin Lodge. Edward & Kathleen O Connor late of Marian Place and sons Thomas, Eamon and Kieran and daughter Mary. Grazyna Bilska (Poland) Months Mind. Sunday 20th April: James Leahy & daughter Breda, Balinagoul. Thomas & Margaret Normile late of South Mall and their daughters Noreen & Margaret Fitzgibbon, Mountmellick.
Thank You: Sacristan Michael Fennell would like to thank everyone who contributed to his recent collection. Míle Buíochas.
St Fergus National School Parents Council Easter Coffee Morning: The Parents Council will be running a coffee morning at 11am in Barrett’s on Saturday April 12th. There are plenty of star bakers and there will be lots of lovely treats so plan to meet your friends and family for your weekend catchup! This is to raise funds for extra curricular school activities at St. Fergus. If you can’t make it on the day but would like to support it, please donate online here: https://gofund.me/0e8c8dbf It should be a lovely morning in the village and we hope to see as many friendly faces on the day! Thank you! St. Fergus NS Parents Council
Thank you: Thank you to everyone who came to Cloverfield Sunday morning last to wish Canon Tim a fond farewell. We thank him for his ministry, his service and dedication. He had a wonderful kindness and a great listening ear. We wish him good health and vitality to enjoy his early retirement. We hope to see him back in Glin periodically as he helps out in the background. He will always be welcome. Thank you once again Canon Tim from all your parishioners and the Glin Church Team.
GB Rovers FC Easter Camp: the camp is open to everyone and not just GB Rover players. Visiting family members and all children from neighbouring parishes are welcome to join in on the fun. The Easter camp is ran by Dynamic Coaching and every year the children really enjoy it. The camp takes place at Glin Rovers Astro Pitch from April 22nd to April 25th from 10-12 noon. Spread the word, bookings can be made at www.tinyurl.com/GB-EasterCamp
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!
Glin ICA Whist Drive Results: Ladies: Julia Ryan, Norma McKeon. Gents: Kitty Kelly, Maeve McNamara. Raffle: Nola Adams, Norma McKeon, Rosaleen Horan
Glin Librarian: Congratulations to Rosemary Day on her appointment as Librarian in Glin Library. We look forward to welcoming Rosemary to her new position in the coming weeks.
Farewell to Taste Glin Restaurant: On behalf of the community, we would like to thank Shanta and Taste Restaurant for all the years of dedication, service, and wonderful memories. Your presence has been a valued part of our town, and your warm hospitality will be greatly missed. We wish you all the very best for the future, wherever your journey takes you. Thank you for everything, and we hope to see you for one last visit before your final goodbye on April 18th. With appreciation and best wishes; Glin Community.
Save the Date for Library Events: Wednesday, April 9th at 3pm – Thriving After 55 with Life Coach Orla Murphy. Life Coach Orla Murphy will share insights on self-care, patience, and embracing life’s journey with kindness and confidence. Learn practical ways to enhance your well-being as you embrace life after 55 and gain valuable advice on handling life’s challenges with resilience and positivity.
Glin Baby & Toddler Group: Join new and existing parents and toddlers at the next meet up. 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.
Community Singing with Bernie Hayes: Brighten your Tuesday mornings with an hour of uplifting singing led by Bernie Hayes. Join us every Tuesday at 11:30 and leave with a song in your heart!
Glin Parish League: continues on April 6th. Nursery, junior and senior league. Open to boys and girls with awards given. More details on Glin GAA facebook page
Glin Library March Library Opening Hours: Tuesday: 10am-1pm & 2pm – 5pm. Wednesday: 10am– 1pm & 2pm- 5pm. Thursday: (Open only on the 27th for booked events)
Ballyguiltenane National School: is currently accepting enrolment for the coming academic year 2025-2026. 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
Author Visit – Save the Date! Mark your calendars for a special literary event on the afternoon of Tuesday, May 20th, when Castleconnell author Karen Fitzgibbon visits Glin library. Her debut novel, The World’s End, is a gripping page-turner that keeps readers guessing, and with a new book on the horizon, there will be plenty to discuss. More details will be shared closer to the date.
Card Games: The Wednesday morning card games take place in Cloverfield Glin Homes at 10.30am. These gatherings for card games, chat, newspapers, tea, coffee and biscuits are a very enjoyable way to pass a Wednesday morning. Everyone is welcome to come along and there’s always room at the tables for anyone to join in at the card games. Or just sit and read the newspaper with a cup of tea or coffee and a biscuit.
St Fergus National School: Enrolment for the new school year 2025/2026 is now open. Enrolment application forms are available from Glin Montessori Pre School and St. Fergus National School Office. For further information, please email office@stfergusns.ie or telephone Geraldine in the school office on 068-34344.
Cloverfield Dancing & Chair Exercise to Music with Annmarie: Join Annmarie weekly on Mondays for dancing at 10 am, followed by gentle chair exercises to music at 11 am. A fun and relaxing way to stay active!
The Movers Programme with Darragh: Keep active with this fantastic Tuesday afternoon fitness programme in Ceol Corbraí! Every Tuesday at 2:15 pm. Please book with Darragh: 089 4080925
Book Club – April Meetings: Wednesday, April 23rd at 11am and Thursday, April 24th at 11am at Glin Library. Love reading? Come along for a relaxed and friendly discussion about books, ideas, and stories. This is a great opportunity to hear different perspectives, share your thoughts, and discover new reads! Connect with fellow book lovers and enjoy stimulating discussions. The Book Club is also delighted to welcome our newly appointed Librarian, Rosemary. We look forward to working closely with her to bring exciting events and opportunities to our library.
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