Stay Connected!
17th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Issue 60
Hello <<First Name>>,
Isn't it great when things stretch.... ? (apart from those Covid curves around the waistline!)
Stretching what we have to hand will often produce a result we do not expect - whether that is
- stretching what we have to eat so to include another,
- stretching our time to listen so to be really present and engage,
- stretching our talents and skills so that others are not stretched beyond belief....
What small act of generosity by you this week will feed others in a spiritual, emotional or physical way. Waste not the opportunity.
Stay Connected with what matters.
Pass this newsletter onto a friend (or stranger!) and encourage others to sign up here so they too can be connected.
Check out the Greystones Parish and Kilquade Parish websites during the week for information too.
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NEW CONTACT DETAILS:
Please take note of new email addresses.
Fr. John Daly: frjohndaly@gkpastoralarea.ie
Fr. Gerard Tyrrell: frgerardtyrrell@gkpastoralarea.ie
Pastoral Area Office: office@gkpastoralarea.ie
Elaine O'Brien: elaineobrien@gkpastoralarea.ie
Please add @gkpastoralarea.ie to your safe senders list and check your junk mail, spam folder or promotions tab if you do not see emails in your inbox.
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17th Sunday in Ordinary Time
The multiplication of the loaves generates many levels of meaning, often deeply spiritual.
At a more ordinary level, we see an anonymous boy with the bread and fish making available what little he had for the Lord to make use of them. Placing ourselves at his disposal, offering whatever gifts we have is all that is asked of each of us.
PRAYER
Lord Jesus, we know that you see potential where we see limits. All we have and are is your gift in the first place. Help us to place ourselves and your gifts at your disposal for the service of the Kingdom.. Amen.
(adapted from reflections on the Gospel by Kieran O’Mahony OSA, www.tarsus.ie )
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Schools for Syria Clothing Appeal
THANK - YOU!
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We are e x t e n d i n g the DROP-OFF dates
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There is still an opportunity to help....
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It would be wonderful if you and your family can get help with this exciting project as we help Syrian girls and boys who have suffered so much in their short lives in this simple way to clothe them. Thank-you for your support and generosity.
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An update from Fr. William Stuart
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Fr. William will be visiting and speaking at the 11.30am streamed Mass from St. Anthony's Kilcoole, on Sunday 25th July.
View it live here or catch up at a later stage on the Kilquade Parish Live Stream YouTube channel here.
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See the interactive display in each of the Churches. Bring your own pebble/stone with a message written on it and let us build a rock together.
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We thank everyone for their cooperation
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The obligation to attend Mass on a Sunday is still suspended.
We encourage you to attend Mass during the week if you are in a position to do this, so to make space available for those who can only attend at the weekend.
We do appreciate that this is frustrating. However, the booking system (whether online or by phone) is the fairest way to manage the situation we find ourselves in.
We thank everyone for their cooperation on this.
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All Masses
Booking is essential to attend mass during the week and at the weekend. When the maximum of 50 people is reached, no one else can be permitted entry, due to current Covid-19 restrictions.
We suggest you arrive a little earlier than usual for Mass so you can avail of your booking. If you are booked in and arrive late, your place may have been offered to someone awaiting entry.
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The Sacrament of Reconciliation
is available on an individual basis each Saturday between 3pm to 3.50pm. Booking is essential and is available up to noon on a Saturday.
We ask your cooperation with this and ask people not to present without prior booking.
Thank you.
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To support you, your neighbours, your family there is a booking number which may be called 089 275 1664 between 11am and 1pm Monday to Friday only, where you can speak with someone who will be happy to help.
Bookings are also available through the websites. Click images above.
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SUNDAY MASS ONLINE
Mass is available at 11.30am from St. Anthony's Church. Click here.
Masses celebrated from The Holy Rosary Church are available by clicking here.
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MASS TIMES
IN THE PASTORAL AREA
Full details available here.
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Mass Intentions
Mass may be offered for a person or persons. Dates, if available, may requested through the pastoral area parish office.
Mass cards are available for purchase through the office also.
Please phone well in advance of your preferred date so your request for Mass intentions can be accommodated in a timely manner. Thank you.
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EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
Exposition will be this Sunday from 3-5.30pm in The Holy Rosary Church, Greystones.
Please adhere to the necessary guidelines when in the church - wearing of masks and social distancing.
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SAY ONE FOR ME! We will indeed!
Sometimes whatever it is, needs time and a prayer.
You are invited to share it with the faith community, where many hearts and minds will hold it close.
Send a prayer via here where it will be brought into Night prayer. It may be anonymous.
All are welcome to join us for Night Prayer at 8pm each weekday.
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YOU SUPPORT IS WELCOME
Contributions to the First and Second Collections and the Parish Planned Giving funds, no matter what that is, facilitate the continuation of initiatives both locally and within the Diocese.
We continue to be incredibly grateful for all donations and for your continued support.
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Let us pray for those who have died recently.
Ursula Keenan, Paddy Fitzpatrick
Let us also pray for their families and friends.
May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
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THE LOUGH DERG PILGRIM PATH
The Lough Derg Pilgrim Path on the lough shore is now open daily. The full route is a 12km loop, with a shorter 8km option, and several information boards highlight features of particular interest. A guided walk experience will be offered on Saturday 31st July, with Mass outdoors, weather permitting. Further dates for these guided walks will follow for late August and early September. For bookings and further information email info@loughderg.org or telephone 0(0353) 71 9861518. www.loughderg.org
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