CASTLEDERMOT PARISH
Fr. Paul O’ Driscoll 059 9144164 Mobile 087 2564076
Parish Office 059 9144888, Sr. Pauline & Sr. Caitriona 059 9144152
Email or see www.castledermotparish.com
11th December 2016
Weekend Masses
Sat 7.00p.m. Fr. Colm Kenny (R.D. Dublin) Paddy Darcy (1stA),
Castledermot: Anne Dunne (A), Pat Doyle (A), Sean Ward (A),
Elizabeth O’Shaughnessy (A), Bay David O’Shaughnessy (A),
Deceased Members of the Darcy Family (Rem).
Sun 9:30a.m. John O’Gorman (1stA), Patrick & Ann McMahon (A),
Levitstown: John, Bridget & Patrick Hosey (A), Mary Kehoe (A),
Jim & Johnny Corcoran (A),
Deceased Members of the Corcoran Family.
Sun 11.00a.m.
Castledermot: Tom & Josie Balfe (A), Walter Balfe (A), Ann Gallagher (A),
Bernadette O’Connor (A), Josephine Joyce (A),
Molly O’Hara (A), Sadie Cullen (A).
Patrick & Bridget Core (A), Sheila Core (A).
Prayers Requested For: Tommy O’Toole (R.D), Fr. Colm Kenny (R.D)
Mass & Services Schedule:
Mon: 7.00pm Evening Mass:
Tues: 8.45am Morning Prayer:
Wed: 7.00pm Evening Mass: Mick Breslin (1st A)
Thurs: 9.00am Morning Mass:
Fri: 7:00pm Evening Mass:
Eucharistic Adoration Mondays at 6.30pm followed by Mass at 7.00pm
Ministers of the Eucharist (Castledermot)
Sat 10th Dec: A. Flood & E. Osborne. Sun 11th Dec: M. Keane & P. Keane.
Sat 17th Dec: S. Ormsby & M. Lyng. Sun 18th Dec: S. O’Briain & M. Flynn.
Ministers of the Word (Castledermot)
Sat 10th Dec: S. Brennan. Sun 11th Dec: D.T.I.M.
Sat 17th Dec: J. Osbourne. Sun 18th Dec: C. Kelly.
Ministers of the Word (Levitstown)
Sun 11th Dec: C. Hayden. Sun 18th Dec: M. Byrne & F. Heslin.
Collectors (Levitstown)
Dec: F. O’Neill & M. Holden. Jan: J. Kelly & F. Heslin.
Altar Servers
Sat 10th Dec: R. Harries L. Pittman S. Keatley.
Sun 11th Dec: A. Adekoya G. Fata H. McCluskey.
Advent Wreath: The Wreath symbolises the Eternity of God. The Evergreen Circle reminds Christians that God has no beginning and no end. There are five candles to symbolise the Light of God coming into the World through the Birth of his Son.
1st Candle, purple – God’s People – of Hope.
2nd Candle, purple – Old Testament Prophets – of Peace.
3rd Candle, pink – John the Baptist – Prepare the Way – Candle of Joy.
4th Candle, purple – Mary Mother of Jesus – Renewal.
5th Candle, white – Christmas – Birth of Christ – The Light of the World.
v St. Vincent De Paul Collection: The annual Christmas St. Vincent De Paul Collection will take place at all Masses this weekend Sat 10th Dec & Sun 11th Dec.
v Parish Dinner Dance: Christmas gift idea! This event will take place on Sat 28th Jan 2017 at The Seven Oaks Hotel, Carlow. Tickets are available from Parish Office or from Parish Council Members. Maybe consider giving someone the gift of tickets this Christmas? Always an enjoyable night out.
v Castledermot Community Employment Scheme Ltd.: Open position for General Operatives in Castledermot. Please contact CE Supervisor at Teach Diarmada Community Centre in Castledermot at 059 9144888.
v Pre-marriage Courses: Couples getting married in 2017 are advised to book one of the following courses at Accord Carlow. Jan 6th & 7th, Jan 27th & 28th, Feb 10th & 11th. Book on line at www.accord.ie or for further information please phone Mary at 959 9138738.
v A Pre-Christmas Treat: ‘An Aspiro Christmas’ Sunday 11th December, St. Mary’s Church, Castle Hill, Carlow at 4pm. Tickets €10, available at the door.
v Bigstone National School: Will hold its annual Christmas Concert in Bigstone Hall on Tuesday 20th December at 7pm sharp. All are welcome.
v Please Remember: To check on or phone your older relatives, neighbours and friends who may need assistance with food, fuel or medication during the winter period. People living alone may appreciate a short visit and a chat from time to time.
v Parishioners: Please be aware of the need to be careful with purses, handbags and other valuables. Do not leave these items on view in your car while attending Mass or other Ceremonies.
v Irish Blood Transfusion Service: Next clinic will be in Church of Ireland Hall Athy on 29th December from 4:30pm – 8pm & 30th December from 12pm – 3:30pm.