MONEYGALL-DUNKERRIN
CLONOULTY-ROSSMORE
TWO-MILE-BORRIS MOYCARKEY LITTLETON
BORRIS-IN-OSSORY
DOON
BALLINA
DONAGHMORE-BALLYBROPHY
DRANGAN
KNOCKAVILLA-DONASKEIGH
NEWPORT
TEMPLEDERRY
HOLLYFORD
MULLINAHONE
HOLYCROSS-BALLYCAHILL
URLINGFORD-JOHNSTOWN
BORRISOLEIGH
CLONOULTY-ROSSMORE
BALLINGARRY
MOYNE-TEMPLETUOHY
GORTNAHOE-GLENGOOLE
KILLENAULE





MONEYGALL-DUNKERRIN

Social - There will be a Social in Citeaux Hall, Roscrea on this Friday night, January 29th. Music by 'Tony Bird', dancing from 9.30 p.m. to 12.30 a.m. admission 7 euro (including supper and door prize). All are most welcome. So why not come along and have yourself a very enjoyable night.
A.G.M. - The A.G.M. of the Dunkerrin, Moneygall, Barna and Emmill Cumann of Fianna Fail will take place on this Thursday, January 28th in the Dunkerrin Community Centre at 8.30 p.m. All are welcome to attend.
Active Retirement - The Barna Active Retirement group are due to resume their activities after the Christmas break on this Wednesday night, January 27th with a meeting in Barna Hall at 8 p.m. Bereaved - Sympathy is extended to the families of the following on their recent bereavements, Jimmy Gibson, Cloughjordan, Teresa Grimes, Roscrea, Stephen Killackey, Cloughjordan, Libby McManus, Roscrea and Tom Seymour, Carney, Nenagh. May they all rest in peace.
Thanks - St. Vincent de Paul, Roscrea wish to thank the people who brought food to the Giving Tree during Advent in Moneygall Church. They also thank the Church of Ireland Community who donated the proceeds from their Christmas Carol Service. Amount in total was 85 euro 10 cent.
Wanted - Moneygall FC wishes to purchase land to develop for permanent playing fields. We appeal to land owners within the parish who may have suitable land to consider selling the club a number of acres. If you are in a position to assist us and sell land, please contact either Henry Healy, Tom Quinlan or Mark Moroney.
Foroige Club
Volunteers and members required. There is a meeting of the Moneygall Foroige Club this Friday the 29th at 8 pm in the Hall. The club really needs over 18 leaders to get things moving in the club all members are invited to attend the meeting. If you are interested in getting involved please come to the meeting or contact Brid on 0862043599.

CLONOULTY-ROSSMORE

On Janurary 17th our club took part in the National Dairy Council Sponsored Men's Indoor Soccer Competition in Gormanstown Meath. The lads were unlucky not to qualify from their group having lost to Ardrahan in a play-off after finishing level on points and goal difference. Well done to all the lads who took part.
Congratulations also to our choral group who won the Tipperary Talent Competition and will now go on to represent the club at the All Ireland semi-final in Limerick. Thanks to all who took part, especially Michelle Horan and Jim Ryan for entering in the solo instrumental and solo singing.
As usual new members are more than welcome to join. For more information please contact our secretary Elaine O' Dwyer on (087)6461108.

TWO-MILE-BORRIS MOYCARKEY LITTLETON

St Patrick's Day parade -
On Monday next, Feb 1st at 8 pm a meeting to form a committee and to draw up a plan for the Moycarkey/Littleton/Two-Mile/Borris 14th annual parish parade will be held inthe Muintir na Tire Hall. All are welcome, expecially anyone who can help with secretarial, organizational or computer skills.
Active Retirement Group
- An initial meeting to start up a group in the Moycarkey/Borris/Littleton areas will be held in the Band Hall, Littleton, on Tuesday,Feb 2nd at 11.30 am. All are welcome.

BORRIS-IN-OSSORY

GAA
Borris in Ossory GAA club will hold the annual dinner dance in the Templemore Arms Hotel on Friday February 5th. Music will be provided by Green Diesel on the night. Tickets are €40 each and available for purchase from any committee member. A bus is also being organised for the night and anyone wishing to book a seat should contact John Kavanagh on 0877580527 or Brendan Foyle.
The club has published a calendar for 2010 and they are on sale in Knights Londis or from committee members. The calendars are priced at €5 and feature photographs of the successful underage teams of 2009 as well as the Intermediate Champions.
Tickets are now on sale for the annual Club and County Board Draw. The format of the draw remains the same as in previous years with cash prizes of over €100,000.
Out of every ticket sold, the club will receive €117 which will be used to service repayments on the mortgage of the land which the club purchased. Tickets are available from committee members or by contacting Cathal O'Donnell at 087-6420936, Owen Phelan at 086-6012371 or Edmund Sheeran at 087-6890937.
FIRST MASS
Rev Fr Sean Duggan C.Ss.R. who was ordained in Dundalk before Christmas celebrated Mass in St Canice's Church, Borris in Ossory on last Saturday evening January 19 and gave his first blessing to all present after the Mass. Sean, a native of Galway, was one of the Redemptorist missioners who conducted a very successful mission in the parish in November. He was recently a guest of Ryan Tubridy on the Late Late Show. Fr Sean, who was a deacon at the time of the mission, promised the parishioners that he would return to Borris in Ossory after his ordination to celebrate Mass. He spoke about his vocation to the priesthood and his hope during his early years that one day he would be ordained to the priesthood. He said that he was now full of joy that his hope had been achieved and asked the congregation for prayers to help him live out his vocation.
Fr Sean also talked the time he spent in Haiti during his years as a Redemptorist seminarian and the many friends he had made there. He spoke to one friend last week who told him that his two brothers and his sister had been killed in the earthquake.
A collection was taken up during the Mass to help the victims of this dreadful disaster.
SCHOOL ENROLMENT
Enrolment for September 2010 for the Convent of Mercy N.S. will take place on the week of February 1 to February 5 2010.
Parents who wish to enrol their child for September may collect forms from the school or by ringing 0505-41331.
ICA CHOIR
The Centenary Celebrations of the Irish Countrywomens Association were launched by President Mary McAleese at a function held in St Patrick's Hall, Dublin Castle on Wednesday last January 20. Laois ICA Choir was invited to provide the entertainment for this special occasion. Four ICA members from the parish Stella Kealy, Helen Kavanagh, Carol Sinnott and Rose Kealy were part of the choir for this event which was also attended by the Lord Mayor of Dublin, Councillor Emer Costello.
PROGRESSIVE 25 DRIVE
The results of last week's Progressive 25 Drive in the O'Brien Hall were as follows 1st – Eugene and Peggy Martin, Jacob Fairbrother and Joe Dooley, 2nd Leo Kelleher and Anne Russell, Lucy Bergin and Johno Phelan, 3rd Tim Tierney and Tom Kennedy, 10th game John Delaney and Mary Maher, 20th game Sean and Anna Bourke. Raffle winners were Willie O'Reilly, Michael Dooley, Lucy Bergin and Paddy Lalor.
The Progressive 25 Drive will continue next Thursday night in the O'Brien Hall and the starting time is 9pm.
SYMPATHY
The club sends sympathy to Mrs Joan Kirwan and family on the recent deaths of her sisters, the late Mrs Mary Dyer and the late Mrs Anna Carson, Rscrea.
The club also sends sympathy to Kieran and Billy Hogan on the deaths of their sisters in law, the late Mrs Kitty Hogan, Doon, Borris in Ossory and the late Mrs Peggy Hogan who died in the USA.
MEMBERSHIP FEES
Membership fees for the club are now due and should be paid without delay to any committee member. The fee for adults is 20 euro and the fee for all students and u-16s is 10 euro. Only paid up members can play in the club.
SYMPATHY
Sympathy is extended to Mrs Joan Kirwan and family, Borris in Ossory on the recent death of her sister, the late Mrs Anna Carson, Assumption Park, Roscrea. Her death took place on Thursday January 21 and her remains were removed to St Cronan's Church, Roscrea on Friday evening January 22. Following Requiem Mass on Saturday January 23 burial took place in St Cronan's Cemetery. The late Mrs Carson, who was predeceased by her husband Liam, is deeply regretted by her sons, daughters, grandchildren, sisters Lily and Joan, brother Tony, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends.
The late Anna had a great interest in sport, especially badminton in which she excelled in her young days. She also had other interests in the community including Roscrea Operatic Society and was a great friend to all her neighbours. Her sister the late Mrs Mary Dyer was buried only one week before her. May they both rest in peace.
PRESENTATION DANCE
Kyle GAA Club will hold its Presentation Dance in Racket Hall Hotel, Roscrea on Saturday February 13th at 8pm sharp. Tickets are €30 each and music on the night will be provided by Heatherside. Anyone requiring tickets should contact or John Paul at 086-8222388.
The club members are currently cutting timber for the club's annual Sale of Work. Anyone who would like to give a hand cutting timber should come along on Saturday afternoons for the next few weeks. All help will be appreciated.

DOON

Obituary - We pray for Mrs. Josephine O'Donoghue, Ballywilliam formerly Coolbaine laid to rest on Sunday, 17th January. Our sympathy to the bereaved. May she rest in peace.
Pioneer Meeting - Meeting in convent on Saturday next, January 30th after Parish Church Mass.
Doon C.B.S. - Primary School Parents Council will hold a 45 Drive in Moore's, Doon on Friday, 5th February at 8.30 p.m. Spot prizes on the night. Your support appreciated.
Doon Camogie - The club will hold it's A.G.M. on Saturday, 30th January at 7.30 p.m. in Doon G.A.A. Clubhouse. All parents and players are requested to attend the meeting.
Charity Weight Loss - Starting on Saturday, 28th January in Pallasgreen Hall between 8 p.m. and 9 p.m. If you are interested in losing weight for charity contact Michael McNamara on (087) 6764345.
St. Michael's College Cappamore - Enrolment night for the following courses on Monday, 1st February from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Introduction to Computers. Practical First Aid. Welding. Gardening. Yoga. Contact (061) 381272 or attend on the night.
Doon G.A.A. Juvenile A.G.M. - Chairperson. Fr. Tony Ryan, Vice-Chairperson, Robert O'Connell, Secretary, Declan Ryan, Asst. Secretary, Ann McPartland. Child Welfare Officer, Ger McNamara, P.R.O. Kathleen Ryan. Managers U/16, Jim McGrath, U/14, James O'Donovan, U/12, Bro. Dormer, U/10, Liam Kennedy, U/8, Mark Doyle.

BALLINA

"TEXT YOUR VOTE"!
Three groups in the Killaloe area have been short listed for the AIB Better Ireland Awards, - Killaloe-Ballina Youth Initiative; the Rowen Tree Homework Club and the EMC Youth Group in Scarriff. The group that receives the most votes will receive €5,000; the runner-up, €3,000 and the third placed group will net €2,000. Details of 'texting' will be given next week.
The Killaloe Ballina Youth Initiative has up to fifteen members ranging in age from fifteen to nineteen years. It is involved in a youth exchange with a similar organisation in Dundee. The teenagers travelled to Scotland during the summer and this year will play hosts for their Scottish friends.
The Rowen Tree Homework Club provides after school care, a homework club and a hot meal for children from socially deprived backgrounds, at the Killaloe-Ballina Family Resource Centre, five days a week.
The EMC Youth Group has thirty-five members and was formed four years ago. It has been involved with numerous projects and events such as art exchanges and festivals.
LADIES SOCCER AGM
The annual general meeting of the Celtic Ladies Soccer club will be held in Bonner's Bar, O'Briensbridge on this Friday, January 29th at 7pm. All members are requested to attend. Any person interested in joining the club but is unable to attend the meeting, should contact Nuala Mc Keogh. Quite a number of ladies from Ballina-Killaloe are members of the Ladies club and were members of the team that won the 2009 Limerick District 2 B League.
TRÓCAIRE COLLECTION
Many thanks to all who contributed so generously to last Sunday's Trócaire collection in the parishes of Killaloe and Ballina-Boher in aid of the people of Haiti.
BALLINA WEDDING
What could be regarded as a great Parish celebration took place in The Church of Our Lady and St. Lua on Friday, January 22nd when Roisin O'Connell married "the boy next door"! Roisin, daughter of Rose and James, Inchamore exchanged wedding vows with Michael Darcy, son of Mary and the late Michael, Inchamore on a beautiful, sunny Friday afternoon. Roisin was attended by her sisters, Mairéad and Áine and her sister-in-law, Anne Marie. Michael's brother, Brian, was Bestman and groomsmen were T.J. O'Connell and Kieran Larkin. Nuptial Mass, concelebrated by Fr. Ted O'Rahelly and Fr. Bobby Fletcher and the melodious contribution of Ballina Parish Choir, Paul Smith (Flautist), Eimear O'Connell (Harpist), made this Ceremony a memorable one for Roisin, Michael, their families, relatives and friends.
Following the Church Service the happy couple were joined by their guests, including a very proud grandmother, Mrs. Larkin, at a delightful Reception in Bunratty Castle Hotel. Roisin and Michael are currently enjoying a Caribbean Cruise and will reside at Árd Coillte on their return. We wish them both good health and happiness together.
ART CLASSES
Classes will shortly commence in Killaloe at a new Art Group - The Academy. Under the tutelage of an experienced Art and Design graduate, aspiring artists will have the opportunity of experimenting with pastels, watercolours, charcoal, chalk, pen, pencil etc. For further details please contact Mark at 061-925975 / 085-1319008 or email mark@myartclass.ie
KINCORA MACRA.
The North West 'Kings and Queens' festival took place last weekend in conjunction with the finals of the team public speaking. Members of Kincora Macra attended and thoroughly enjoyed the event.
Quite a number of interesting activities are now starting for 2010 and anyone interested in becoming involved either as an active member or a spectator/supported is invited to attend Wednesday night meetings, which are followed by some 'sports' activity. For further details you may contact Mike at 0876951196.
"WINNING NEW OPPORTUNITIES"
Winning New Opportunities is a Job Search Programme targeting people who are unemployed and will start on Wednesday next, February 3rd. It was developed to help people find work and cope with the challenges of unemployment and job searching. It helps participants to identify strengths, skills, new opportunities and ways to overcome potential obstacles. The programme is designed to maximise participants' skills to effectively seek new jobs and opportunities through a facilitated and interactive 'group learning' approach. It will run from five mornings at the Killaloe-Ballina Family Resource and Community Centre, - February 3rd, 4th, 5th, 10th and 11th and is free of charge. To book your place or to seek further details, please call 061-374741.
KILLALOE-BALLINA "ROCK" SCHOOL
The availability and provision of Music tuition has greatly improved in Killaloe-Ballina during the past year. The Kincora School of Music (Monday evening) and the Munster Music Academy will shortly be joined by the Killaloe-Ballina Rock School. This initiative under the auspices of Killaloe-Ballina Family Resource Centre and with a talented musician, Boris Hunka as director, will be based in the Heritage Centre (Tourist Office space) until the month of May. Further details will be given in the coming weeks.
BALLINA-KILLALOE RUGBY CLUB
The end of the big freeze has allowed our mini and youth players to return to action with renewed enthusiasm. The under 12s had a useful outing at Young Munster on January 17th when they recorded one win, one draw and one loss, the highlight being their win over Shannon.
Next Sunday the under 8s will travel to Coonagh for the Shannon blitz while the under 10s will be at the Old Crescent blitz in Rosbrien.
The under 13s travelled to Annacotty on Sunday last where they had a resounding win over UL-Bohemians. They ran in six tries in the process, which added to Adrian Power's accurate goal kicking and accounted for an impressive 38-23 winning margin. Well done to all members of the 19-man squad and their coaches, Ian Connolly and Mark Power. Next Sunday they will face Thomond at Fitzgerald Park.

DONAGHMORE-BALLYBROPHY

Ordainead - Last week Father Ian O'Neill was inducted Parish Priest in Clare Galway. Born and raised in Abbeylands, Castledermot, he was ordained a Priest thirteen years ago and spent nine of those as the Bishop's Secretary in Galway. He was grand nephew of Stasia Kealy who is in her 107th year. When the news broke last week that Father Ian was raised to the status of Parish Priest by Bishop Brennan, there was great joy all round. Father Ian O'Neill will remain in the Parish of Clare Galway of which he has wide and varied experience and is an exemplary Priest. We wish him God's Blessing and all the graces the needs in this new role.

DRANGAN

C.L.C.G. Naomh Padraigh - We remind all concerned that G.A.A. membership fees are now due and should be paid before 1st March to Treasurer, Michael Broderick or Secretary, Catherine Mockler. Fees are 50 euro for adults and 25 euro for U/18's, students and senior citizens. Only fully paid up members may play for St. Patricks or be included in draws for Munster or All-Ireland Championship tickets.
On Saturday week last 22 members of St. Patrick's G.A.A. club attended a foundation level coaching course in Cloneen Community Hall. We would like to thank Johnny Cummins and Michael O'Loughlin for giving the course. With 3 more having already attended the course in Fethard we now have 25 people willing to help our young players who have been trained.
We extend the sympathy of St. Patrick's G.A.A. club to the Lyons family, Ballyluskey on the recent death of Mrs. Helen Kearns (nee Lyons). Helen was a talented set dancer and represented St. Patrick's in Scor competitions. Helen's brother represented St. Patricks in both hurling and football with Maurice, John Joe and Noel all winning championships while her nephews Mark and Damien both won championships with St. Patricks and her brothers-in-law Andy and John are both well known referees.
We also extend sympathy to the Kinnane family of Crohane on the recent death of Mrs. Maureen Kinnane. Maureen's son Daniel was a prominent member of several successful under-age hurling and football teams while Eddie was a prominent member of St. Patrick's Set Dancing groups. May they rest in peace.

KNOCKAVILLA-DONASKEIGH

Sympathy - Sympathy is extended to Mrs. Anne McGrath, Pubblehill on the death of her sister Mrs. Peggy Fitzgerald, Cloneyharp, Ballycahill which took place recently. May she rest in peace.

NEWPORT

Junior Youth Club: Newport Junior Youth Club will re-open on Saturday January 30 from 6pm to 7.15pm for a six-week period due to the GAA using the hall on Friday nights. The club is hoping to resume on Friday nights in mid March. Members will be notified of the change. The club is appealing for volunteers to assist with the running of the club. Anyone willing to lend a hand are asked to call to the Community Centre, Newport on any club night.
Newport Talent Contest: The first of the heats for the 2010 N Factor Contest "Have you got Talent" at Newport organised by Newport Development Association will be held early in February.
There will be a handsome cheque for €1,000 for the overall winner - individual or group - and judging by the level of interest and standard last year the competition for the award is expected to be intense.
Application forms for those interested in entering for the contest are now available from the Community Centre, Clonbealy, Newport which may be contacted on 085 1579133 between 9.30am and 4.30pm (Monday-Friday). Entry is E20 per individual.
Completed application forms to be returned to the Community Centre, Clonbealy by 4.30pm on Monday Feb 1.
Arrangements are being finalised for the first heat in the contest to be held on Saturday February 6, 2010.
ICA Meeting: A meeting of Birdhilll ICA Guild will be held at the Community Hall, Birdhill on Wednesday February 3 commencing at 8pm. All members are requested to attend. New members are welcome.
Athletics: Congratulations to Eimer Lynch, Drumbaun, Killoscully who won a Bronze Medal at the National Junior Track and Field Championships at Nenagh recently.
Competing in the Women's 400 metre final completed the course in 61.45 seconds.
Well done to Sarah Berkery, Shower, Newport on an excellent performance in the final of the Women's 800 metres and to Patrick Lynch, Drumbaun, Killoscully who competed in the Men's 60 metres.
Congratulations are also extended to Emma Fagan, Tullow, Newport who as a member of the Tipperary Relay Cross Country Team secured a Bronze Medal at the Munster Relay Cross Country Championships which were held at Carrignavar, Co Cork. Well done to all. Registration for the coming year is now taking place. Training for all members of Newport Athletic Club will commence shortly.
Newport Local Area Plan: The draft proposals by North Tipperary County Council for the Newport Area Plan 2010-2016 is now available for inspection by the public at the County Council Offices at Main Street, Newport and at Nenagh. The document outlines the council's proposals for development within the Newport area over the next six years and is of major concern to the community to ensure that the plan benefits the area and the community within the area.
Newport Parish Annual: The last available copies of the Newport Parish Annual, Newport News are now in the local shops. There are no further supplies available once these have sold out with a complete sell out of the publication imminent. Those interested in getting hold of a copy should avail of the final opportunity by purchasing at Sweeney's or Gully's Supermarkets in the town as soon as possible.
Scór: Congratulations to Ruairi Floyd, Sarah McAuliffe, Niamh Floyd, Aisling Bradley, Lorna Floyd, Brian McAuliffe and Conor Floyd on successfully negotiating their way through the Munster Semi Finals of Scor na nOg recently in Cappamore. They will now represent Newport in the Munster Finals in Mallow on January 31 in the Instrumental Music and the Ballad Group.

TEMPLEDERRY

Haiti Earthquake appeal - A Bucket collection was taken up at all Masses in the Parish last weekend and it was marvellous to see the generousity of parishioners in these recessional times.
Senior Citizens Party - The cancelled Senior Citizens Party which was to be held during the extreme weather will now be held on Sun Feb 21st. at 1.p.m. Mass followed by Dinner in the Community Centre. More details later.
Confirmation Day - Confirmatin Day in Templederry is Saturday February 13th 2010. We welcome all parishioners to come along and meet Bishop Wllie Walsh on his final visit as Bishop. The Service of Light and Penitential Rite for Confirmation Children will be held on Monday Night February 1st at 8.00 p.m. in nTemplederry.
Templederry Juvenile GAA Club - The Templedery Juvenile Hurling Club Annual General Meeting will take place on W ednesday night January 27th at 8.00 p.m. in the Kenyon Centre. It is hoped that there will be a good turn out especially parents of Juveniles.
Everyones help is needed in the Juvenile Club.
Templederry Kenyons GAA Lotto - This weeks Jackpot is E3000. Next weeks draw will take place in Michael Hogans Templederry.
Junior B Hurling - Our Junior B Hurlers secured their place in the Munster Final on Sunday last w hen they defeated Ballinacurra from Cork at Killeedy GAA Grounds, Limerick. They go this weekend in search of Munster Honours when they meet the Limerick Champions Rathkeale at the same venue at 2.00 p.m. We hope that a huge crowd will travel to support this team and cheer them on.

DONOHILL

Cards - The winners of last Friday night's cards were Martin Myers and Phil Heffernan, Seamus O'Dwyer and Bridget Ryan, Bridget Ryan and Tom Kenny, Willie Bourke and Bridget Ryan, Noel Kinnane and Dick Laffan, Breda O'Donovan and Jack O'Malley. There will be cards again this Friday night. All are welcome.

HOLLYFORD

The Late Pat Ryan - The entire area was in shock at the news of the untimely death on Friday, January 8th of Pat Ryan (M), Reafadda North at the Regional Hospital, Limerick following a short illness. Pat who was aged 59 was an esteemed and hard working member of the farming community and was very popular. He was a son of Ita and the late Matthew Ryan and one of a family of two boys and two girls. Following secondary school Pat moved to Dublin to work in the licensed trade. He also worked in the Ferenka factory in Limerick. Following the death of his father, Pat took up farming full time. He played hurling with Sean Treacy's G.A.A. Club and was actively involved with the club. In recent years Pat became an ardent golfer and was a member of Tipperary Golf Club and also of several Golf Societies., he won many prizes over the years. Pat was waked in his home on the Friday evening. Removal took place from White's Funeral Home, Cappawhite on Saturday evening, January 9th to St. Joseph's Church. Requiem Mass next day was concelebrated by Fr. James O'Donoghue C.C. Hollyford and Fr. Ml. Kennedy C.C. Rosegreen. Readings were given by Ml. Slattery (cousin), Jerry Grant (brother-in-law), Ml. Ryan (W) and Joe O'Connell (friends). Prayers of the Faithful were read by Pat's godchildren. Burial took place in the adjoining cemetery beside his father Matthew. We tender our deepest sympathy to his wife Kathleen, son Kevin, mother Ita, brother Liam, sisters Nora Kennedy and Sheila Allis, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, other relatives and his many friends. May he rest in peace. Month's Mind Mass on Sunday, February 7th at 11 a.m.
Recent Birth - Congratulations to Michael and Mary Ryan, Reafadda on the birth of a baby boy Stephen, a brother for Shauna and Danielle and an eighth grandchild for Mary-Anne Ryan, Reafadda.
Fundraiser - Brainwave the Irish Epilepsy Association Fundraising Event, Tea / Coffee will be served after Masses on Saturday, 30th and Sunday 31st next. Please give generously.
Haiti Appeal - Collection boxes will be located at the doors of the church for your contributions for this very deserving cause next weekend.
Mass - A Memorial Mass for Jimmy Fitzgerald formerly of Piperhill who died in Kent, England recently will be held on Saturday evening, January 30th at 7.30 p.m.
Tea Dance - The Community Centre committee will hold a Fundraising Dance in the Centre on this Friday night, 29th. Music by Peter Bourke. Please support.

MULLINAHONE

Haiti Earthquake Response - There is hardly a person in the country let alone our parish who is not aware of the recent disaster which has befallen the people of Haiti. To help out the survivors the basket collection taken up at all Masses this weekend, Saturday and Sunday, January 30th and 31st will be sent directly to those working in Haiti.
Special Effort - The pupils of St. Michael's N.S. Mullinahone are holding a Cake Sale in aid of the Haiti Disaster Fund in the school on this Friday morning, January 29th at 9.30 a.m. Cakes etc. as well as buyers are welcome.
Christmas Raffle - The local playschool christmas raffle was a great success. The local committee are very grateful to all who took part. Winners in the raffle were 1st prize, Breda Brennan, Mullinahone Co-op., 2nd prize, Dan Casey, Cahir, 3rd prize, Ml. Bourke, c/o Mulcahys. Other prizewinners were, Deirdre O'Halloran, Nora Fanning, Olive Lynch, Sean O'Connell, Eamon Phelan, Yvonne Rowan, Jordan Denn, Kevin Haycock, Ian Maher, Ali Cuddihy, Alison Holohan, Francis Webster, Kieran Rowan, David Lonergan, Claire Treacy, Sophie McGowan, Margaret Power-Bergin, John Dennihy, c/o Bulmers, Linda Brett and Tobyn Lawless. Thanks also to all who donated prizes and to Bretts Hardware for display.
G.A.A. - Club Membership 2010 - Every effort is being made this year to register as many members as possible in our parish to mark our 125th anniversary. All members who pay their membership before the 31st March this year will be entered into a draw for one nights B & B in the Red Cow Inn, Dublin and one years free membership of the club. Membership can be paid to Secretary, Eddie McCarthy who will issue you with a special 125 membership card. Players 50 euro, students and minors 25 euro, senior citizens 15 euro and general public 30 euro.
Gym and Complex - Membership of the gym is now due, single member 120 euro and couples 170 euro. If you are not renewing please return your keys to Jackie Bolger. To facilitate your renewal an open registration night will take place this Friday night at 7 p.m. You can view the gym and sports hall and have all your questions answered. Contact Jackie Bolger on (086) 8341843.
Juvenile Presentation Night - Following another successful year a Presentation Night will take place following Mass this Saturday night in the complex. We invite everybody to attend and light refreshments will be served.
Grant Aid For Community Sports Hall - We are delighted to announce that we have received grant aid from the South Tipperary Development Company for the provision of table and chairs and a public address system for the complex. This will allow us to provide an excellent service to the community for future functions and allows us to develop the complex into the future.
Votes of Sympathy - The Maher family on the death of Tom O'Shea, Michael and Ned Cahill on the death of their brother Noel and Frances Hickey on the death of her father John Delaney. May they all rest in peace.
Parish News - Condolences to parishioners Josie Maher on the death of her brother Tom O'Shea and to Frances Hickey on the death of her father John Delaney.
St. Blaise - On next Wednesday, February 3rd the Feast of St. Blaise there will be a special Blessing of the Throats ceremony at Masses at 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. A Bible Study course lasting for 7 weeks will begin on Thursday, February 11th in the Pallottine College, Thurles. Each session is from 7.30 p.m. to 9 p.m. and could be a Lenten discipline.

HOLYCROSS-BALLYCAHILL

St. Pio - The February meeting of the Friends of St. Pio will be held in the Abbey next Thursday night, February 4th at 8 p.m.
Sympathy - Sympathy is extended to Mrs. Chris Ryan, Glenbane on her double bereavement occasioned by the death of her sister Maura Fanning, Cassestown a few weeks ago and on the death last weekend of her brother Billy Crowe, Sean Treacy Ave., Thurles. Sympathy also to the following; Paul O'Regan, The Green on the death of his mother Mrs. Nancy O'Regan, Bohernanave, Thurles; to Sheila Sheehan, The Yellow Lough and Ann Walsh, Graiguenoe on the death of their father Muttie Kenehan, 12 Sean Treacy Ave., Thurles.
Death of Angela Quinlan - The death has occurred in England of Angela Quinlan (nee Ryan, Johnstown, Co. Kilkenny), wife of Joe Quinlan formerly Gleann Ri, Holycross. Angela's remains will be brought home to repose in Doyle's Funeral Home, Urlingford on this Friday. Removal to Johnstown for Requiem Mass on Saturday, after Mass she will be interred in Holycross Abbey Cemetery. Sympathy to Joe and family on their sad bereavement.
Michelle Did Us Proud - Although Michelle wasn't the winner in the All-Ireland Talent Competition she did us proud. Michelle representing the South and the Band representing the East were, after the phone in of votes, in contest for the wild card. The wild card enables one of the contestants to go forward to compete in the final. Two of the judges decide on who they elect to go forward, so the decision was the Band. We commiserate with Michelle and wish her well. She possesses a very sweet voice.
Bob Stakelum Laid To Rest - The extremely large congregation that attended both the removal of Bob's remains to the Abbey, Mass and burial was evident of the esteem in which he was held not alone by the G.A.A. but also by the wider public. Bob from his early years involved himself in everything that was for the betterment of our parish. In the distant past when parochial funds were needed, he organised 25 Card Games, Non Stop Draws and Sales of Work, all of which were most successful. In 1970 when Restoration of the Abbey commenced, a huge amount of money was required, a small Restoration committee was selected, Bob was one of those who steered that fund raising campaign.
A daily Mass goer, Bob attended most ceremonies in the Abbey and for over 60 years he did the "basket" collection on Sundays. He was a founder member of the Legion of Mary in our parish. An intense reader of books and especially since his retirement he has read thousands - he also liked the weekly game of scrabble. Kind, courteous and obliging, Bob had a great sense of humour, an acclaimed raconteur. When you saw that glint in his eye you knew he was up to some jocularity. Bob is sadly missed. His requiem Mass was concelebrated by Rev. Fr. Breen P.P. assisted by Fr. Fogarty P.P. Canon Liam Ryan, Fr. T. Fogarty, President St. Patrick's College, Fr. O'Dwyer, Fr. Cunningham, Fr. Barry, Pallottine College, Fr. Tierney, Fr. Martin Dwan, Archbishop Dermot Clifford presided. Chief mourners were his wife Kit, sons Robert, Tim and Tony, Sr. Eileen and Maeve Maher (sisters), Mick and Fran (Brothers), (predeceased by his brother Fr. Tony), daughters-in-law, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, nephews, nieces, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

URLINGFORD-JOHNSTOWN

Haiti Earthquake Response - There is hardly a person in the country let alone our parish who is not aware of the recent disaster which has befallen the people of Haiti. To help out the survivors the basket collection taken up at all Masses this weekend, Saturday and Sunday, January 30th and 31st will be sent directly to those working in Haiti.
Special Effort - The pupils of St. Michael's N.S. Mullinahone are holding a Cake Sale in aid of the Haiti Disaster Fund in the school on this Friday morning, January 29th at 9.30 a.m. Cakes etc. as well as buyers are welcome.
Christmas Raffle - The local playschool christmas raffle was a great success. The local committee are very grateful to all who took part. Winners in the raffle were 1st prize, Breda Brennan, Mullinahone Co-op., 2nd prize, Dan Casey, Cahir, 3rd prize, Ml. Bourke, c/o Mulcahys. Other prizewinners were, Deirdre O'Halloran, Nora Fanning, Olive Lynch, Sean O'Connell, Eamon Phelan, Yvonne Rowan, Jordan Denn, Kevin Haycock, Ian Maher, Ali Cuddihy, Alison Holohan, Francis Webster, Kieran Rowan, David Lonergan, Claire Treacy, Sophie McGowan, Margaret Power-Bergin, John Dennihy, c/o Bulmers, Linda Brett and Tobyn Lawless. Thanks also to all who donated prizes and to Bretts Hardware for display.
G.A.A. - Club Membership 2010 - Every effort is being made this year to register as many members as possible in our parish to mark our 125th anniversary. All members who pay their membership before the 31st March this year will be entered into a draw for one nights B & B in the Red Cow Inn, Dublin and one years free membership of the club. Membership can be paid to Secretary, Eddie McCarthy who will issue you with a special 125 membership card. Players 50 euro, students and minors 25 euro, senior citizens 15 euro and general public 30 euro.
Gym and Complex - Membership of the gym is now due, single member 120 euro and couples 170 euro. If you are not renewing please return your keys to Jackie Bolger. To facilitate your renewal an open registration night will take place this Friday night at 7 p.m. You can view the gym and sports hall and have all your questions answered. Contact Jackie Bolger on (086) 8341843.
Juvenile Presentation Night - Following another successful year a Presentation Night will take place following Mass this Saturday night in the complex. We invite everybody to attend and light refreshments will be served.
Grant Aid For Community Sports Hall - We are delighted to announce that we have received grant aid from the South Tipperary Development Company for the provision of table and chairs and a public address system for the complex. This will allow us to provide an excellent service to the community for future functions and allows us to develop the complex into the future.
Votes of Sympathy - The Maher family on the death of Tom O'Shea, Michael and Ned Cahill on the death of their brother Noel and Frances Hickey on the death of her father John Delaney. May they all rest in peace.
Parish News - Condolences to parishioners Josie Maher on the death of her brother Tom O'Shea and to Frances Hickey on the death of her father John Delaney.
St. Blaise - On next Wednesday, February 3rd the Feast of St. Blaise there will be a special Blessing of the Throats ceremony at Masses at 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. A Bible Study course lasting for 7 weeks will begin on Thursday, February 11th in the Pallottine College, Thurles. Each session is from 7.30 p.m. to 9 p.m. and could be a Lenten discipline.

URLINGFORD-JOHNSTOWN

WHIST DRIVE - A Whist dive will be held in St Mary's Hall Johnstown is on this Friday night Jan 29th with proceeds going in aid of UNICEF. A big turnout is expected for this charity working in Haiti.
GETTING FIT - Fancy getting fit for 2010 there are a few vacant slots in the new all weather pitch at Colaiste Mhuire Johnstown a second new pitch measuring 60 metres by 40 meters is ideal for large groups wishing to get fit for the summer months bookings may be had by contacting the school office at 056 8831135.
BORD NA NOG - The Emeralds Bord na Nog AGM will be held this coming Saturday night 30th Jan at 8 pm in the old school. You are kindly asked to give your support to the children of the parish by attending this meeting.
ANNIVERSARIES - Anniversaries prayed for at all Masses in Urlingford and Graine Churches last weekend were, Michael Gibbons Monabrrouge, Ellen Kennedy Woodsift, Mary O'Rourke (nee neary) Manchester and formally of St Marys Ave, Father Gerry Joyce The Islands Bridget Norton Tincashel.
DEATH - It is with dad and deep regret we learn of the death of Mrs Bridget (Biddy) George (nee Guilfoyle) and formally of 26 St Marys Ave Urlingford. She belonged to a highly respected Urlingford and was held in the highest esteem with all who remembered Biddy she was a wonderful lady with a big smile and hug when she would return to her native St Marys which she loved dearly. She is deeply mourned by her husband Les, Brother Paddy, Nieces, Nephews, Friends, and Relatives in Urlingford. Interment will take place later.
RESCHEDULED WALK - The rescheduled St Stephens day walk annual sponsored walk in Gatabawn will now take place on Sunday 31st Jan 12 noon proceeds in aid of rehab care and bothar further information call 056 8832192. Make that call to do the walk.
BENEFIT DANCE NIGHT - The sixth benefit dance night will take place in Gortnahoe Community Hall next Friday 29th January. Proceeds in aid of Sr Anne Healy's appeal fund in her missionary work in the Philippines. Music by Owen Condon's Band. Tickets E10, refreshments served. Come and enjoy a good a good night's dancing and support a worthy cause.(Dancing 9.30pm to 12.30pm).
URLINGFORD ON THE MOVE - Afterschool group. Afterschool have limited spaces available for children from Junior infants to 6th class until 6pm daily. We offer pick up service from Urlingford N.S at 1.40 and 2.40pm , light lunch, homework support and, lots of fun activities to keep them busy. The centre welcomes all children from all other schools to attend. The centre welcomes all children from all other schools to attend. A childcare grant under the CCSS scheme is available for afterschool children - closing date for the grant is Tuesday 26th January. For more information please contact Mick or Peg on 056 8838652.
NOTICES FOR NEXT WEEK - Any notices for week s newsletter are to be are to be sent to our Sacristan Peggy before Friday, phone 8831379.
PROGESSIVE 25 CARDS - Progressive 25 cards every Friday night in Urlingford Community Hall all card players welcome Proceeds in aid parish funds.
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION PREPARATION MASS - Will be held in Graine next Sunday at 10am practice for the group involved in the liturgy on Thursday at 7.30pm. It is expected that all parents whose children are involved should attend this special mass.
URLINGFORD FIRE BRIGADE - A word of thanks to members of our local fire brigade for their great help in the community during recent bad weather. They provide water daily for homes where water supply was interrupted by frost or burst pipes. They provided transport for your PP for Graine Mass last Sunday well done to all concerned. It would be much appreciated if those individuals who made off with the emergency security lights would return them to the fire station or leave them in the front porch.
CHURCH UNITY OCTAVE WEEK - The coming week, 18th to 25th January, is dedicated to prayers for the Unity of All Christian Churches.You are asked to keep this intention in your prayers during these special days.
THE GREAT ADVENTURE – A JOURNEY THROUGH THE BIBLE - Bible study course in the Palltine College with Fr John Egan S.C.A commencing Thursday 11th February from 7.30 pm-9pm for 7 consecutive weeks. Cost E50. See poster for details.
OPEN - The Web, Main St, Urlingford will be re-opened on Wed 20th Jan 2010 Business as usual, Apologies for the inconvenience the break was due to the bad weather and maternity leave, Please see new opening hours posted up on the window or contact Louise Kenny Queally for details on 056 8838728 / 087 2278423.

BORRISOLEIGH

Athletics - Templemore A.C. following the recent poor weather the condition of the hurling field is not suitable at present for athletic training. We hope to resume training on Thursday, 18th February at 7 p.m. This depends on the weather between now and this date. Details from (087) 2096356. Training continues as usual for all athletes in Templemore on the floodlit athletic track.
Dancing is back - Set dancing classes for adults will resume in the Marian Hall, Borrisoleigh this Thurs night, 28th Jan, at 8.00 p.m. So come along and join in the fun.

CLONOULTY-ROSSMORE

Sympathy - The death occurred recently of Ned Corbett R.I.P. Turraheen. Sympathy is offered to his mother Annie Mary, brother, sisters, uncle, relatives and friends. Peace to his gentle soul.
Collection - This weekend in both ends of our parish there will be a voluntary collection for the victims of the Haiti disaster.

BALLINGARRY

Slieveardagh NS - Christmas Raffle 2009 - Thanks to our sponsors, and all who supported
Ballingarry G.A.A. Club Lotto - Lotto No's: 7-17-19-21, No winner. Jackpot next week; E7, 100
GAA AGM - The AGM was held last Saturday night week in the GAA centre at O'Sullivan Park, Ballingarry. A large crowd attended. The following will lead the club in 2010. Chairman – Patsy Meagher; Secretary – Michael Cooney; Treasurer – Pat Walton; Registrar – Joe Maher; PRO - Damian Fitzgerald; Minor Manager – Morgan Ivors; U/21 Manager – William Maher
Ballingarry Parish Journal - 2009 edition of the Parish Journal is still available to buy. Price E10
Community Alert - Watch out for your neighbours and report anything suspicious to the Gardaí on 9154100. Senior Citizens please wear your Community Alert alarm at all times.
Credit Union - Ballingarry Credit Union is open every Fri night from 7.30pm – 9pm in its newly refurbished building on Main St.- a job well done by John Hayes and company. New members welcome.
The Late Mons. Peter O'Sullivan, R.I.P. - Mons. Peter O'Sullivan, formerly of Williamstown, The Commons, passed away before Christmas in Granada Hills, Los Angeles, U.S.A. on the 19th Dec. 2009. A "Month's Mind" Mass will be celebrated in the Church of the Assumption, Ballingarry, on this Friday at 7.00pm 29th Jan. 2010 in his memory. "Go ndeana Dia trocaire air".
Newsletter deadline Wed. 8pm. E-mail all items for January to ballintaggart@gmail.com Tel: 9154299

MOYNE-TEMPLETUOHY

Haitian Earthquake Appeal - A countrywide collection is being organised by Trocaire to aid the victims of the recent catastrophic earthquake in Haiti. Intending contributors are requested to place their offerings in envelopes marked Haitian Appeal, write their name on the outside and place in the collection boxes in their local church. Please give generously.
Holiday Voucher Winner - Congratulations to Dan Hayes, Kylemakill who was the winner of 1,000 euro holiday voucher in the recent draw organised and sponsored by Doran Oil for their customers.
Parish Newsletter - The main body of our parish newsletter is now gone for printing to Walsh's of Roscrea. It is hoped that the finished article will be on sale on Easter Sunday, April 4th. Our deepest sympathy to Andrea Patterson, a valued member of the staff of Walshs who has been very helpful to our committee over the years on the recent death of her mother Rita. May her soul enjoy eternal rest.
Senior Scor - The Mid Tipp. final of Scor Sinsear will be held at Moyne Community Centre on Friday, February 19th at 8.30 p.m. Anybody wishing to represent Moyne Templetuohy in Ballad Group or Instrumental Music please contact Catherine Dunne (0504) 45499 or Jim O'Meara (0504) 45279.
Scor na bPáisti - The Mid Tipp semi-finals will take place in late February, early March. This competition is for Primary School pupils and intending participants are advised to commence practicing their acts as soon as possible.
Juvenile GAA - Moyne Templetuohy Juvenile held its AGM on Friday last in Templetuohy Hall. The officers elected were :Chairman: PJ Ryan; Vice chairman: John Moloney; Secretary(PRO: Catherine Dunne; Treasurer: Johnny Gleeson.
Coaches for 2010 are: - U8: Joe Kennedy, Timmy Bergin, Johnny Gleeson, John McLoughlin. U10: Phil Bowe, Pat O'Connor, Patrick Bowe, Martin Ryan & Aidan Deegan. U12: Pierce Ryan, P.J. Sweeney, Pat Cantwell, Pat O'Connor. Mathew Keyes. U14: John Moloney, Kieran Healy, Ger Geehan & Joe Lawlor. U16: Joe Leahy, Cathal Ely & Pat Meade.
Annual Card Game - The annual progressive 25 card game will be held in Templetuohy on Wednesday night February 24th. Doors will close at 8.40pm with the game commencing at 8.45pm sharp. Tickets are now available. Your support would be appreciated.
Scór na bPáistí - Scór na bPáistí, which is for primary school children will take place toward the end of February. We would invite anyone who is interested in taking part, in any of the categories, e.g solo song, balled group, instrumental music to please contact Catherine Dunne on 087 6690353 by Fri Feb 5th.

GORTNAHOE-GLENGOOLE

Bereavement - The death occurred of Mary Hackett (nee Kennedy), Lanespark, Killenaule on Tuesday, January 19th (peacefully) in the tender care of the staff of Acorn Lodge Nursing Home. Removal took place from Egan's Funeral Home to Ss. Patrick & Oliver Church, Glengoole on Thursday 21st. Requiem Mass was on Friday followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. Mary, wife of the late James is deeply regretted by her son John, daughters Marianne and Teresa, grandchildren, Niall, Johnny, Alex, Charlotte and Sarah Jane, sons-in-law, daughter-in-law, sister-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.
Death - The death occurred on Sunday, January 24th of Michael McCormack, Clonora, Glengoole. Removal took place from Egan's Funeral Home to Ss. Patrick & Oliver Church, Glengoole on Monday. Requiem Mass was on Tuesday followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. Michael is deeply regretted by his brother-in-law John, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.
Sacristans' Collection - The annual collection of our sacristans in Gortnahoe and Glengoole will be taken up next weekend. We appreciate the great and responsible work being done day in and day out by Josie and Bridie. This is the only collection being taken up for them each year. So please be really generous. The envelope for the collection is included in the supply of envelopes being given to each home this week for the yearly collections.
Trocaire Haiti Appeal - Sincere thanks to everyone who helped raise 5,285 euro for our fund last weekend. It is a fantastic response. The fund is still open for anyone who may like to contribute by contacting the priests.
Gortnahoe Church Youth Choir - Weekly practise will begin again on Monday night, 1st February at 5.30 p.m. Their first Mass will be on Sunday, 28th February at 11.15 a.m. Full information from Angela at (086) 8657256.
Illustrated Talk - "Kilcooley: From Cistercian Abbey to Country Estate" on Wednesday, 27th January in the Heritage Centre, Killenaule at 8 p.m. Speaker - Richard Clutterbuck, admission 5 euro.
Charity Dance - Please support the 6th annual Benefit Dance in aid of Sr. Anne Healy's Appeal Fund in Gortnahoe Hall on Friday night, 29th January. Dancing from 9.30 to 12.30, tickets 10 euro, teas included.
Grange Draw - Grange Development Draw will be held at Hogans, Grange on Friday night, 29th January.
Table Quiz - Gortnahoe Glengoole Juvenile G.A.A. club will hold a Table Quiz in Mary Willies on this Friday night, 29th January at 9.30 p.m.
Scoil Ruain - Open Evening will be held on Thursday evening, January 28th from 7.30 p.m. Students wishing to enrol in September 2011 are also welcome to attend.
Gortnahoe Youth F.C. - Are holding an Information Night in Gortnahoe Hall on Wednesday, 27th January at 8 p.m. Parents of Primary School children are specially encouraged to come along. Your support for this new club would be much appreciated.





KILLENAULE
A "Write" Good Weekend - Slieveardagh Culture are holding a Creative Writing weekend at Cnoc an Oir, Mullinahone on Saturday and Sunday, February 20th and 21st. from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. "Winter in Spring" - The challenge of pinning nature on a page, writing the transitions of the seasons and of the human in the natural world. Tutor, John MacKenna, one of Ireland's foremost authors, cost 70 euro includes lunch, tea and coffee, both days. A residential package is also available. Contact Maura Barrett on (052) 9156165 or (085) 1169650.
Meetings Resume I.C.A. - I.C.A. will hold the first meeting of 2010 on Tuesday, 2nd February at 8 p.m. in St. Mary's Hall. Programme for this our special year 2010 the centenary of I.C.A. will be planned, all members and intending members are requested to attend. Bring and Buy sale at meeting so bring along your unwanted gifts and some produce and cakes for sale.
Active Retirement - The A.G.M. of local branch will take place on Thursday, 4th February in St. Mary's Hall at 2.30 p.m. New members welcome.
Aqua Aerobics resumed on Friday, 22nd January.
Whist resuming soon. Holidays planned for Spring and Autumn. Garden Club meetings will resume on Tuesday, 9th February in Sports Complex at 8 p.m. See poster for details.
South Tipperary Federation I.C.A. - Trip to Cornwall and Devon 10th to 15th June, 6 days / 5 nights, 580 euro p.p. sharing includes Bed, breakfast, dinner, entry to Eden Project, Cardiff Castle. Contact Lily (052) 9156486 or (087) 6441049. Non members welcome.