PROLOGUE: Life is too short, so live it to the fullest.
Embrace this moment and cherish the ones you love.
Laugh at every chance you get, cry only if you must.
Love abundantly, give much, forgive quickly,
Stay grateful, take nothing for granted
Let go of what you cannot change.
Thank God for all you have. Amen
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CONGRATULATIONS to Sr. Rosarii O’Sullivan, Our Lady of Apostles, Ardfoyle, Cork and of Dirreen who recently celebrated her 75th Jubilee and 102nd. Birthday. Unfortunately all her compatriots from the parish of Abbeyfeale have passed to their eternal reward.
ABBEYFEALE TO THE RESCUE ONCE AGAIN: The Bishops Ukraine Collection last weekend was supported to the tune of €10,755 and rising with donations still coming in. As always your financial support to a crisis is outstanding. We’re the best little parish in the West. Well done to all who supported this emergency collection.
FUNDRAISER FOR CRUMLIN: In memory of baby Layla McKenna, 23/02/’21 to 28/02/’21, lines are being sold locally in aid of Crumlin Hospital. Your support would be greatly appreciated.
LIMERICK SPRING FEST AT THE BARNAGH HUB; There is a free family fun day at the Barnagh Hub next Wednesday April 6 with story teller, author, broadcaster and local man Eddie Lenihan to get the day off to a great start. There will also be a Crafts Fair 1-6pm, Local Producers Showcase 5.30 -7pm. Platform 22 will host some of Limerick’s finest chefs who will serve and promote locally sourced snacks. TheP West LimThe menu includes Pig cheek Croquette, Attyflin Apple and “Golden Vale” Pie from Wade Murphy of 1826 Adare. Fermented Ballyneety. Beetroot tartlet, frozen horseradish and royal Belgium caviar followed by Thomond Gate Whiskey sour and Manjari 64% chocolate from Mike Tweedie of The Oak Room at Adare manor. Dan Sykes from Springfield Castle has BBQ Organic venison skewers as well as his signature Ceviche with pepper dulse and many more local Cúrsaí, Irish Coffee from the Foynes Flying Boat Museum. Herbal teas from Cahermoyle House. .Local cocktails made with Ballygoat milk from Monagea, Limericks own distilled gin in conjunction with Listoke Distillery. Matching wine enhanced with advice tips from Ron Forrestal of Forrestal Wine Merchants Stephen Cunneen from Treaty City Brewery will talk all things brewery and matching beer with food. Great entertainment from Templeglantine Comhaltas Group with Seanchaí Eddie Lennihan recounting the wonderful local Folklore. click here for more details https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/springfest-tickets-296341715047
WEST LIMERICK SINGING CLUB: Delighted to announce that the club will reopen in Philip Enrights’ Ramble Inn on Friday, April 29 for the Fleadh by the Feale and then the regular monthly club will take place on Friday, May 6 at 8pm.
NEW MABS OUTREACH CLINIC: On Friday, March 4th and on every second of Friday of the month thereafter (excluding bank holidays) a MABS Outreach Clinic will be held in St. Ita’s Hall from 9am -12.30pm. The contact number for appointments is 0818 072210 for the North Munster MABS Limerick Office. Those wishing to make an appointment must make the call themselves due to GDP.
A CHANCE TO WIN TWO GARTH BROOKS CONCERT TICKETS: PRO of the Christmas Lights committee Wioleta Kelly has been in touch: Hi, I’m Wioleta and I’m messaging you on behalf of the Abbeyefeale Christmas Lights Committee. We have a raffle where you are in with a chance to win 2 tickets for the Garth Brooks concert this September. All money from the raffle will go towards buying more lights for our town. Here is a link to our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/Win2xGarthBrooksConcertTickets
GLÓRACH NEWS: Bingo every Monday evening at 8pm.
ABBEYSIDE PLAYERS: Their play ‘ The Righteous are Bold’ under director Merce Hobson and starring her husband Denis as well as a stellar cast including Mary Jo Prendeville’s daughter and grand daughter ( proving the old adage that the apple does not fall from the tree) are playing to great crowds and receiving marvellous reviews in the newly refurbished surroundings of the Glórach Theatre, Convent St. The run continues this week on Thursday, April 7, Friday, April 8 and Saturday 9 and tickets which are booking up fast are available on 087 1383940.
JOBS ON LOUGH DERG: A number of Seasonal employment opportunities at Lough Derg for this summer. Application Forms are available: https://www.loughderg.org/job-opportunities/ or contact us on +353 7198 61518 / email [email protected].
KERRY FLEADH ; It will take place over two weekends, 11th/12th June and 18th/19th June and will be held in the Dúchas Comhaltas Centre in Tralee.
CAMPA MHUIRE: Free online Catholic Faith Camp for children aged 5-12. The four day Summer Camp running from July 27th – 30th, Tuesday to Friday will include Music and Action Songs,
Arts and Crafts, into the Deep Bible Stories, games, drama, live streamed daily Mass and more. No need to register, check out www.holyfamilymission.ie/camp-mhuire-mhathair
OPENING: The Aqua Dome in Tralee has reopened.
DAY CARE CENTRE: Now open to visitors every Tuesday. Contact Jane on 068 51850.
.SIVE: The Lartigue Theatre Company new production of John B. Keane’s Sive at St. John’s from April 7-12.
RING OF KERRY CYCLE: It’s back – the Ring of Kerry Cycle and will take place on Saturday, July 2.
LOUGH DERG: Sunday 1st May this year’s Pilgrimage season opens with a full Pilgrimage programme and booking is now live on our website! This includes the One Day Retreats, the Three Day Pilgrimage from 1st June – 15th August and the new Pilgrimage experience along the Lough Derg Pilgrim Path. One day retreats will also take place during the months of August and September. Three Day Pilgrimages will commence in July and continue in July and August. Saturday, August 13 is the last day for pilgrims to begin the Three-Day Pilgrimage. Easter Monday, April18 is Pilgrim Path Day. Join the Prior and Lough Derg Team for a guided walk on the lakeshore around Lough Derg. This is one of the events marking Pilgrim Path Week in Ireland. Registration essential. For further information log on to www.loughderg.com or ring 071 9861518.
SOCIAL DANCE CLASS: Fr. Casey’s Clubhouse every Tuesday from 8.30 – 10.30pm. Further information from 087 7206449. Timmy Woulfe has resumed classes in Moyvane Hall every Monday night at 8.30pm.
ORCHARD FOSTERING: Ireland is experiencing a shortage of foster carers, and we need your help. If you would like to help support a child or young person in need, contact Orchard Fostering today on(021) 2038332 or visit www.orchardfostering.ie
HOT DESK: WorkBase E-Hub at Old Bank Building on Main Street is now open for Business. For full details and pricing on Private Office Suites, Meeting Room, Hot-desks etc contact Ken Tobin on 086 816 2105.
RADIO MARIA IRELAND: Catholic Radio with a full programme, daily of catechesis, prayer, daily Mass, rosary, Stations of the Cross, Angelus, etc. You can listen by tuning into Saorview on your Television Channel 210 / Internet: www.radiomaria.ie
CITIZENS ADVICE: They are available to deal with queries Monday to Friday between 9.30am – 4.15pm and can be contacted by phone on 0818075780 or by email n[email protected]
UKRAINE FUNDRAISER: The Wednesday Club are hosting a coffee morning at St Ita’s Hall, Abbeyfeale on Wednesday April 6th from 10.30pm to 2pm.
Your support would be appreciated.
CHURCH NEWS: Fr Tony Mullins 0872600414, Fr Dan Lane (Retired) 087/2533030, Fr Denis Mullane 087/26219. Fr Dan Lane will be on call every Wednesday. Fr Mullins will not be available on Wednesdays. Fr Lane can be contacted on 087-2533030 www.abbeyfealeparish.ie email [email protected] Church Sacristy 068 -51915 Parish Office 068 -31133. To book a |Mass intention contact the church before or after Mass on 0668 51915. Mass Intentions: Intentions for next weekend. Saturday 6.30pm Phyllis Cotter , Purt Anniversary.. Séan Enright, Upper Purt Anniversary. . Fr Brendan Duggan will be leaving Athea on Easter Sunday after nearly six years serving in the parish. Fr. Brendan takes up a new post with his religious congregation in Rockwell College. Fr Denis and Fr Tony will be taking over responsibility for the parish of Athea from Easter Sunday onwards. Fr Jack O’Donnell will celebrate Mass on Monday evening at 7.00pm. Thanks to Fr Jack for his help and assistance. Spring Stations: Fr Tony would like to thank all who contributed to the recent Spring Stations collection. Your support and generosity is very much appreciated. Monthly Mass for the sick of the parish will be celebrated at 10am on the last Friday of the month. Stations of the Cross every Friday morning at 9.30am. Confessions every Thursday morning after 10am Mass and Saturday evening from 6 -6.20 pm. St. Vincent de Paul have launched an appeal for volunteers, contact 01-8848246. First Friday Communion visits. Fr Tony has postponed his First Friday Communion calls until Holy Week (10th –17th April). He will be in contact with the people involved to make arrangements. He thanks everyone who contacted him while he was isolating.
SLIABH NOTES TO PLAY THE GLÓRACH: Sliabh Notes are confirmed to play the Fleadh by the Feale festival main concert at the Glórach Theatre, Abbeyfeale on Saturday, April 30, doors 7:30pm, start 8pm, Adm €15. Tickets go on sale soon from Sheehys Hardware Store & Slice of Life or direct from the Glórach Theatre, Abbeyfeale contact 087 1383940. Should be a great night at this gorgeous venue.
UKRAINING REFUGEES ARRIVE IN NCW: 60 people from Ukraine are staying in Cahermoyle House. Any donations would be appreciated. Contact person is Deirdre Ambrose Ardagh Community Council 087 9509218.
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT: “In worship, God captures your heart; when He’s got it, then the real work begins.”- Matt Redman. During Lent the Adoration will take place in the Blessed Sacrament Church on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 10am -8pm.
SAY HELLO AND ASK HOW ARE YOU? Claire Flynn of Mental Health Ireland will give a talk in the Library, Abbeyfeale on Thursday, April 7 at 7pm on how to ask the question “How are You” and how to really listen to the reply. There will be a cup of tea and a biscuit available on the night. Everyone welcome.
THE PRIORY INSTITUTE: A free of charge online Retreat from Holy Thursday to Easter Sunday. Visit prioryinstitute.com to register.
ANAM Cara Kerry is holding it’s monthly Parent Evening for bereaved parents on Tuesday 12th Apr. at 7:15pm in the Meadowlands Hotel, Tralee.
HI DIGITAL Learn essential skills at Hi Digital. It’s a step by step course designed for anyone who needs a bit of help developing their digital skills, particularly those who have rarely or never been online ( often 65+). It has been developed as a free online course by Vodafone Ireland Foundation, in partnership with Active Retirement Ireland and ALONE. To register email hidigital @ activeir.ie or freephone 1800203030.
COMMUNITY ALERT: You are being warned to keep clear of a Cadbury chocolate competition scam on social media, it is fake and dangerous. The banks are warning the public to be vigilant against an ongoing smishing scam targeting people’s bank cards. I got a text last Saturday from the HSE ( mar ya) saying that I was a close contact with someone who had covid. Because I had only just been told that three of my cousins tested positive after a family memorial Mass which I had attended I thought it was true and did as instructed - clicked on the link to register for a free PCR test kit, then I was told that I needed to pay postage of approx €2.50 and to provide my card details. It was only when they looked for the payment to be authorised by the bank and me to provide both my user no. and pin that the penny finally dropped and I thought that I’d had a very lucky escape but it turned out that it was not that simple. I had provided my card number, the expiry date and the three numbers at the back and I’ve since discovered that the card can be used to purchase stuff on line without having your pin number and in my case they made three test purchases and very luckily for me the bank copped them, blocked the card, refunded me the approx.. €30 they had spent and notified me to dispose of the card and I’d be issued with a new card. Then, this week my brother discovered that his newly built house was available for rent on an air b/b site under his name with a picture of the house but a false telephone number – we think that if someone wanted to rent it they would be asked for a substantial deposit when they’d ring the number and arrive to the house to discover it was occupied and the deposit gone west. So, the moral of the story is you couldn’t be half careful enough and pay out no money for air b//b until you are in situ. If you are 65, you live alone or with a person/s aged over 65 you are entitled to receive a monitored alarm system. But if you have younger people living in the house who are out or if you spend long periods of the day on your own then, because you are spending hours alone you are also entitled to the system provided that you are over 65. The free equipment is provided by Pobal following an application from Abbeyfeale Community Alert, there will be a monitoring fee to be paid from the second year of installation to the installing company of €72. There may be some confusion over the word free - the equipment which costs in the region of €400 is provided free of charge by Pobal as is the first year of monitoring but after that you will be charged by the installing company for the monitoring. I have not included the phone numbers of the committee in this notice but if you want to get a panic button then ring Abbeyfeale Garda Station on 068 30010 and they will contact one of us. Should you not have a landline the installing company Task provide a sim card at a rate of €7.50 per month payable from day one with a deposit of 6 months payable on the day of installation. Then, in year two you will also receive a bill for the monitoring fee so in year one the bill will be €90 and in year two and every other year after it will €162 approx. If you wish you can arrange a direct debit and pay this amount off monthly. Committee members are Michael O’Kelly N.T., Chairman Seamus Stack, Secretary Mossie Gleeson, Assistant Treasurer Kathleen Collins, Assistant Secretary Mary McArthur, John O’Sullivan, Billy Quirke N.T., Cllr. Francis Foley, Catherine Daly, Maurice O’Connell, Assistant Treasurer Marian Harnett.
HELPLINES: Bodywhys Eating Disorders Associations of Ireland www.bodywhys.ie Email:
[email protected] 01 210790. If you are experiencing domestic abuse, #CoerciveControl reach out and talk to someone you trust. Call or Text our support team on 057 9351886/0860419154. COVID-19 Support Line for Older People: The support line is open every day, 8am-8pm, by calling 081 822 2024. Hospice Bereavement Line 1800807077 Monday to Friday 10am – 1pm. Jigsaw support line is now up and running on freefone 1800 JIGSAW (544 729). It will provide free mental health support and advice to young people aged 12 to 25 years old, and parents or concerned adults who live in the Republic of Ireland. Text 50808 to receive support from a volunteer. Depression & Bipolar Disorder Support www.aware.ie Tel: Freephone 1800 80 48
48 (available 7 days, 10am-10pm). Email: [email protected] A helpline for Men suffering domestic abuse operates 36 hours a week on 1800816588. Men’s Aid (Amen) 01 5543811 Monday – Friday 9-5pm. 24 hour helplines for women suffering domestic abuse 1800 341900 or Adapt 1800 200504. Limerick Social Services: 061-314111. AA 061/311222 Al-Anon 086/8143425. Parent Support worker 068/31019. Accord NCW 069/61000. Samaritans Freephone 116123 or text 087/2609090 or email [email protected] National Suicide Helpline (Pieta House) 1800 247 247or text HELP to 51444. Irish Advocacy Network (Peer advocacy in mental health) 01 872 8684 Pieta House (Suicide & self-harm) 01 623 5606 IACP (Counselling & Psychotherapy) 01 230 3536 Shine: (Supporting people affected by mental ill health) 01 860 1620 061 – 412111 or Free phone 1850609090 A.A. 061-311222. ACCORD; are now offering over the phone counselling for couples, Individuals & family members during this time of unprecedented stress & pressure during these weeks of COVID-19. Call: 01 5313331. Al-Anon 086-8143425 Bereavement Support: 068 / 31203 068/ 31262 068/51984 St Vincent De Paul Tel 087/1213560. Counselling Appointment 061/314213. . Milford Care Centre, Castletroy, Limerick. Tel: 061 485 800 Email: [email protected]
Children’s Grief Centre, Limerick. Tel: 061 224 627 Email info@childrensgriefcentre.
DO YOU HAVE NEWS: If there is something you’d like covered in the Abbeyfeale notes please contact me on 087 6866450 or email me on [email protected]
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