Deaths and Anniversaries
Please remember in your prayers
Rose Donnelly, Joe McAuliffe who died recently
&
Fr Seamus Shields, Brian McIvor, Mark McKenna, James McKenna,
Brigid Henry, Matilda Donnelly, Maureen McNally
whose anniversaries occur at this time.
Daily Masses
Coolcalm: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 10 am
Keenaught: Monday 10 am
Sunday Collection: Last week’s Collection amounted to £1419. Thank you.
Tirgan Community Group: Tea Dance on Friday 25th August. Music by Ed Sweeney. Dancing 9.00pm –midnight. Adm £5 including refreshments. Everyone Welcome.
Saturday 2nd September, country music night, with country legend Joe Moore
Desertmartin Pony Drive: The organisers would sincerely thank all those who sponsored, donated, bought tickets or helped in any way to make this annual fundraising event so successful. As money is still coming in it is not possible to give a total amount but this will be published later. Prize Winners in the Draw: Paul McKernan, Carncose; RS Motors, Stewartstown; Siobhan Cartin, Magherafelt; Kathleen Donnelly, Iniscarn Road; Conor McKenna, Carrickmore; Joanne Toner, Brackalialea; Ella May Murray, Pomeroy; Pat Kidd, Morside; Seamus Maguire, Drumsamney Road. Thanks again for your continued support.
St Patricks Ceili Club, Desertmartin: Ceili classes re-commence in St Mary’s Hall on Wed 23rd August for all age groups. Newcomers most welcome. Dancing 8.30 pm (Sharp) to 10 pm
Next Ceili on sat 2nd Sept. Music: Ceili Time.
Alzheimer’s Society Carer Support Group in Maghera. The next meeting will be held on Tuesday the 22nd of August in The Lurach Centre Maghera from 7.00 – 8.30pm. The meeting gives carers of people with dementia an opportunity to meet with others in similar situations and share their experiences and concerns in an understanding and confidential setting. If you would benefit from practical information and emotional support you are encouraged to attend. Light refreshments will be provided. If you would like to find out more about the group or services provided by the Alzheimer’s Society please contact Mona McGlade, Dementia Support Worker on 028 8676 5888.
North West Regional College: Part-Time courses. A limited number of Part-Time course places are still available at North West College. To find out more information you are most welcome to visit the College’s Derry, Limavady or Strabane Campus. Or visit www.nwrc.ac.uk/parttime or call 028 7127600.
St Mary Hall Desertmartin:
Social dancing classes continue in the Parish Hall, Desertmartin on Tuesday at 8 pm. Tutor led classes and admission is £4. Everyone welcome.
Week 5: Health and Suicide Awareness Programme continues on Monday 21st August at 7:30pm with Dance & Drama.
Week 6: Mental Health Talk will be rescheduled at a later date.
Drama Classes will continue on Friday 18th & 25th August for children aged 6-14 yrs from 11am-1pm. Due to interest, from September, we will continue the Dance Programme on Friday afternoons: 3pm-4pm in the Parish Hall. To register your child, please ring or text Olive: 07887614094 or Julie: 07734865433.
In association with PeoplePlus NI, we have been able to access a wide range of courses for local people. All courses are free and the only criteria is postcode eligibility. To register your interest in any of the courses, contact PeoplePlus NI on 02895213215 or 07740985746 or email: beeproject@peopleplusni.com
Sperrins & Killeter Walking Festival – Saturday 16th & Sunday 17th September
Walking enthusiasts of all levels are being invited to venture into the stunning surroundings of the Sperrins this September at the Sperrins and Killeter Walking Festival.
There are seven guided walks taking place over the weekend with a little something for everyone from 12km challenging walks discovering the International Reach of the Killeter Camino to the 3km Family Friendly Bat & Moth Twilight Walk for the younger wildlife fans.
Saturday: Dawn Chorus Walk – Strabane (4km) at 6am. Sawel Challenge (12km) at 9am. Balix & Beyond (8 km) at 10am. Bat & Moth Twilight Walk (3km – family friendly) at 6pm
Sunday: The International Reach of A Killeter Camino (12km) at 9am. Water of Life (8km) at 10am. Pilgrim Trail (6km) at 1pm.
For further information and bookings visit www.sperrinskilleterwalking.com
St Martin’s GAC – NEWS:
Lotto: £50 winner John Murtagh, Crocknamohill Rd
Jackpot £1500
U18 Boys Championship Sluaghtmanus V Callan Gaels Monday 21st @ 7:30pm
Senior Ladies Championship Desertmartin V Ballerin Thursday 24th