Bulletin: 29nd April 2018

Deaths and Anniversaries
Please remember in your prayers
Paddy Moore, Magherafelt who was buried during the week
Patsy Donaghy, Liam McKaigue,
who died recently
&
Grainne McGovern, Mickey McCann, Michael Kelly, Kathleen Kelly,
Patrick Duffy, Susan Higgins, Catherine McGirr
whose anniversaries occur at this time.

Daily Masses
Coolcalm: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at 10 am
Keenaught: Monday at 10 am
Baptisms:
First Sunday of the month in Coolcalm.
Third Sunday of the month in Keenaught.

Sunday Collection: Last week’s Collection amounted to £1266.70. Thank you.

Desertmartin PTAA: Pioneers pins available for anyone who needs to join, renew or replace their pin. Young Pioneer, Full Pioneer, Ten Year Pin, Silver Pin, Gold Pin, Diamond Pin can be ordered with Kathleen Walls. Tel 028 796 31094. Annual Mass and Presentation is on Wednesday 23rd May 2018 in St Mary’s Church, Coolcalm at 7.30 pm.

Tirgan Hall: Monday 30th April, Hand Massage Therapy class 7.00-9.00pm also Sewing Classes Monday morning 10.00am -12.00 noon. Sewing machines will be supplied. Fund Raiser for Pilgrimage to Lourdes Friday 4th May,
Big Breakfast Sunday and Hill Walk Sunday 6th May, Registration for Walk is at 9am
Hill Walk and Breakfast £10. Breakfast only £5. Nominated Charity is Laurel House, Antrim Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear for the Walk. Please take all litter home with you, and stay with your guides during the Walk.

Sleive Gallion Active Retirement Association. Meeting on Monday 30th April at 7.30 pm in St Mary’s Parish Hall, Desertmartin. There are places available on the 3-day trip to Athlone from Sunday 13th – Wednesday, 16th May. For further details Contact Chris on 07546010560 or 028 796 31425.

Lough Derg 2018: Season opens for One Day Retreats on Saturday 5th May.
Retreats continue on May 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 15, 20, 22, 26, 27 & 28.
Advance booking is essential. Tel +353 (0) 71 9861518 or email info@loughderg.org
(Three Day Pilgrimage Season begins on Friday 1st June.)

Luncheon Club Volunteers required: Mid Ulster Volunteer Centre needs volunteers to help at their weekly luncheon club for over 55s, held every Tuesday in Involve House. Volunteers are needed to help prepare and serve food, clear up after and have a chat with those attending the club. Catering experience isn’t necessary but would be an advantage. If you or someone you know are interested please contact Mairead or Natalie on 028 79 301862 or email mairead@midulstervolunteercentre.org

Children in Crossfire Walk the pilgrims path of the Camino De Santiago this year, to help children in Tanzania and Ethiopia. 31st July-6th August 2018. Only 6 places remaining. Call 028 7126 9898 or email shauna.oneill@childrenincrossfire.org

St Mary’s Parochial Hall, Desertmartin
As the improvement to the Hall is nearing completion, the committee is planning fund raising events in the coming months. Your support will be invaluable.
Friday 4th May a culture evening of song,music and dance commencing at 8pm. Musicians please bring your instrument and feel free to join in. Admission £5.
Sunday 20th May Afternoon Tea & Dance commencing at 4pm. Adm. by Ticket costing £12 available from any Committee member.
Bee Project Funded First Aid for all those who have registered on Sat 12th May.
Bee Project Funded Sewing Class date to be confirmed. Places still available.

Family Care Adoption Services is presently seeking to recruit adoptive families for babies and young children. For a free information pack please contact us at: Telephone: 028 71 368592 or 028 90 691133. Monday to Friday 9 – 5 p.m. Email: anne.ohagan@familycaresociety.org Website: www.familycaresociety.co.uk

Kilcronaghan Events – everyone welcome: Summer Cookery Demonstration & Tasting, Friday 4th May 10am – 12 noon. Spring Guided Walk, Saturday 5th May at 4 pm
Icing piping skills workshop, everything supplied.

Desertmartin Pony Drive: The annual pony drive, raffle and Charity Auction will be held on Sunday 5th August. This year’s nominated charity is F.A.C.T.S. (Families with Autism Coming Together for Support). Your support would be greatly appreciated.

Sarsfield Accordion Band: Band practice continues every Thursday 7.30 to 9 pm.

St Martin’s GAC – NEWS:
Lotto numbers 4 17 19 20
£50 winner: Gerry McGuigan, Moneymore Rd ~ Jackpot £3000

U14 Girls League Callan Gaels V Lissan Sunday 29th at 11:00am
Senior Ladies League Desertmartin V Claudy Monday 30th at 7:30pm
U18 Boys Hughes/McElwee Cup Callan Gaels V Lavey Monday 30th at 7:15pm
U14 Boys League Newbridge V Desertmartin Tuesday 1st May at 7:15pm
Senior Men League Reserve/Senior Drumsurn V Desertmartin Wednesday 2nd May at 6:45pm & 8:00pm
U16 Boys Regional Football Glen V Desertmartin Thursday 3rd May at 7:15pm

Irish Language Day: A day of fun and games for P5, P6 and P7 will take place in the Gaelic Centre on Saturday 5th May, 10 am – 2 pm. Admission £2 per child and children should bring a packed lunch. Everyone welcome and do not worry if you don’t know any Irish. Lots of competitions and prizes on the day. To register please sent your child/children’s name to Leanne on 07783206629.

Gaeltacht Scholarships: Colaiste na bhFiann in partnership with Foras na Gaelige are offering scholarships worth £320 to 11 – 14 Year olds who wish to attend an Irish language course in Gaoth Dobhair in July this year. The overall cost is £420 so successful applicants will pay only £100. For further information contact Shay Shiels on 07796135759

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