Deaths and Anniversaries
Please remember in your prayers
Sean Henry (1st Anniversary on Friday 11th October at 7.30 pm in Coolcalm)
Philomena McKay (1st Anniversary on Saturday 12th October at 7.30 pm in Keenaught)
Sarah Donnelly, Brendan O’Neill, Michelle O’Neill, Mary McNichol, James McBride, Eddie O’Hagan
whose anniversaries occur at this time.
Sunday Masses
Keenaught: Vigil 7.30 pm
Coolcalm: 10 am
Daily Masses
Keenaught: Monday at 10 am
Coolcalm: Tuesday and Thursday at 10 am and Friday at 7.30 pm
Sunday Collection: Last week’s Collection amounted to £1,126.50. Thank You.
Catholic Schools week will be held from Sunday 26 January to Sunday 2 February.
Padre Pio Mass: The monthly Mass in honour of St. Pio of Pietrelcina will be celebrated on Monday 7th October at 7.30 pm in St. Eugene’s Church, Moneyneena. Rosary and novena prayers at 7.10 pm.
The Matt Talbot Freedom from Drugs Mass will be celebrated in St. Eugene’s Cathedral, Derry, on Monday 7th October at 7. 30 pm. This Mass is offered for those who are addicted to drugs and for their families. We pray that through the intercession of venerable Matt Talbot, people will be freed from this addiction. Prayer cards available at the Mass (If you have any queries, please email emmett.mullan@derrydiocese.org or ring St Eugene’s Cathedral on 028 7126 2894)
St. Colm’s High School, Draperstown: The staff and pupils of St. Colm’s are hosting a coffee morning in the school on 12th October from 10 am – 12 noon to raise funds for Macmillan and STEPS. Everyone welcome.
Blood Transfusion Service: The next blood donation session will be held in St. Colm’s High School, Draperstown on Monday 14th October from 2.30 pm – 4.15 pm and 5.30 pm – 8 pm. In order to maintain the vital supply of blood to our hospitals, the Blood Service needs the support not only of existing donors but also new donors. You could save a life!
~ ~Important Parish Dates for 2020~ ~
Confirmation: Sunday 29th March at 11 am in Keenaught
First Holy Communion: Saturday 23rd May at 11 am in Keenaught
Blessing of the Graves: Weekend 30th/31st May
St Mary’s Parochial Hall ~ Knocknagin Hall Committee
Dancing in the parish hall on the second Friday of every month
Friday 11th October Music: Liam McLaughlin
Dancing from 9 pm – 12 midnight
Adm. £5 includes light supper – Everyone welcome
Crochet Classes: Thursday evenings 7 pm – 9 pm with Tutor Mary.
Sewing Class: Friday 7 pm – 9 pm with tutor Rosemarie. 5 week block – £25. Beginners welcome.
Yoga: Monday Mornings, 10.30 am – 12 noon with Angela.
Yoga: Tuesday evenings with Paula.
5 Ways to Wellbeing programme: Funded by Public Health Agency.
(4) 28th October – Flower Arranging with Nuala, 7.30 – 9.30 pm. (5) Yoga Wellness Activity on Wednesday 18th December.
To facilitate Tutors, registration is necessary by contacting Olive on 078 8761 4094; Anne on 028 7964 2711 or Philomena on 078 6638 1473. Everyone welcome to come along to any of the events to listen & learn, enjoy the company, craic and have a bit of fun.
Advice NI: Next Clinic on Friday 4th October from 1 pm to 4 pm.
*Sunday 3rd November Tickets are now on sale for the Gala Variety Concert. Cost £12. Contact Anne on 028 7964 2711 or Olive on 078 8761 4094.
*Sunday 17th November: CRAFT FAIR- Tables are all booked. Everyone welcome to come along and purchase some beautiful Christmas gifts.
Christmas Bingo night on Wednesday 11th December.
A Message From Church Leaders: The Church leaders of Ireland have called for the weekend of 12th / 13th October to be dedicated to prayer for the protection of the unborn in our society and for women facing difficult and challenging pregnancies and their families. This is in response to the proposed introduction by Westminster of legislation on 21st October allowing for unregulated abortion in the North. Please support the online petition by Baroness Nuala O’Loan calling on the Secretary of State and Members of the Northern Ireland Assembly to take action to prevent unregulated abortion being introduced to the North by Westminster on 21st October. The petition can be found online at Change.org (search for Nuala O’Loan).
Please contact your local MLA or MP and ask them to take action to stop the introduction of unregulated abortion to Northern Ireland by Westminster on 21st October. You can find contact details for your MLA online at www.bothlivesmatter.org/findmyMLA. You can also send a postcard to your MLA (Michelle O’Neill, Keith Buchanan, Linda Dillon, Patsy McGlone, Emma Sheerin), and local Westminster MP Francie Molloy. Postcards are available at the back of the church.
The Net: The October edition of ‘The Net’ is now available. For coverage of your parish or school faith activities, just send an email to editorthenet15@gmail.com or ring/text 078 0929 2852.
Workspace is offering help to anyone who is out of work/working part time and would like support with CV building, completing application forms or identifying suitable job vacancies. To find out more, call into Workspace or telephone 028 7962 8113 and speak to Cathal or Aileen.
Mid Ulster Volunteer Centre: Luncheon Club Volunteers needed on Tuesdays, 10 am – 2 pm. Our Carefully Yours Luncheon Club helps those aged over 55 socialise and connect with others in their community and provides a valuable community based source of support and friendship. Volunteers assist with preparing, serving and clearing up after luncheon club. Contact our Magherafelt Office on 028 7930 1862 if interested.
Desertmartin Pony Drive 2019: The organisers of the recent Pony Drive wish to express their sincere thanks to all those who sponsored, donated, participated, bought and sold tickets or helped in so many ways to make this fundraising event such a great success. The total amount raised was £13,000 presented to the Royal Victoria Hospital Liver support group (nominated charity this year). Prizewinners 1st: £300 Tenny Kelly; 2nd: Niall Loughrin; 3rd: £50 Darren c/o John McKaigue; 4th: Food hamper Brigid Hegarty.
Sarsfield Accordion Band: Band Practice continues every Thursday at 7.30 pm. New members always welcome. Annual A.O.H. Day at Knock will take place on 12th October. Bus will leave Fallaghloon Hall at 8 am sharp. Cost £40, including Breakfast and Dinner. For further information or to book a seat, telephone Danny on 077 1935 2334 or John on 028 7964 3085. Please remember the ‘Reminisce Night’ on 16th November in St. Mary’s Hall.
St. Martin’s GAC – News
Lotto numbers 5 10 15 21
£50 winner: Culann Gilmore, Tobermore Road ~ Jackpot £4,200
Scor na nOg: The club is seeking entrants for Scór na nÓg which will take place later this year. Participants must be under seventeen years of age. The categories are: Irish Dance; Solo Singing; Ballad Group; Instrumental Music; Recitation and Question Time. For further information, please contact Shea Shiels on 077 9613 5759 or Sinead McGuckin on 078 5866 2564.
Club Shop: Details now being taken for Christmas orders. Check FB and social media for details as some items must be ordered before this Friday.