No. 2041 ~ TWENTY-EIGHTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
PARISH CONTACT DETAILS
Fr. Peter Madden PP VF
31 Sixtowns Road
Telephone: 79628376
Fr Michael McCaul CC
50 Tobermore Road, Desertmartin
Telephone: 79632196
PARISH OFFICE
OPENING HOURS: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9.00 am to 3.00 pm.
9 High Street
Phone: (028)79628248
SAFEGUARDING
The Diocesan Designated Liaison Person (DLP) is Marie Gormley. To contact Marie Tel: 07596500793, or Email: mariegormley@derrydiocese.org
SVP HELPLINE
Helpline telephone number: 07710838050
SPERRIN FOODBANK
Tel: 07543420639
BALLINASCREEN COMMUNITY SUPPORT GROUP
Please click the link https://www.parishofballinascreen.com/ballinascreen-community-support-gro for full details of Ballinascreen Community Support Group.
NOTICES FOR THE BULLETIN
Notices for the Bulletin should be received by 1.00 pm on Wednesday, preferably by email.
SUNDAY VIGIL MASSES
Holy Rosary: 6.00 pm
St Patrick’s, Keenaught: 7.30 pm
SUNDAY MASSES
St Columba’s, Straw: 9.00 am
St Mary’s, Coolcalm: 10.00 am
St Patrick’s, Sixtowns: 11.00 am
St Eugene’s, Moneyneena: 12 noon
DAILY MASSES FOR THIS WEEK
Monday 14 October:
10.00 am ~ Holy Rosary Church.
Tuesday 15 October:
10.00 am ~ St Mary’s, Coolcalm.
1.15 pm ~ St Columba’s, Straw ~ School Year Opening Mass for St Columba’s P.S. Straw.
2.00 pm ~ Holy Rosary ~ Harvest Mass.
Wednesday 16 October:
10.00 am ~ Holy Rosary Church.
Thursday 17 October:
10.00 am ~ St Mary’s Coolcalm.
Friday 18 October:
10.00 am ~ St Mary’s Coolcalm.
7.30pm ~ Holy Rosary Church.
CONFESSIONS
In Holy Rosary Church every Saturday at 5.30 pm before the Vigil Mass.
FEASTS OF THE WEEK
Tuesday 15: St Teresa of Avila, virgin and doctor of the Church.
Thursday 17: St Ignatius of Antioch, bishop and martyr.
Friday 18: St Luke, Evangelist.
RELICS OF ST BERNADETTE IN DERRY DIOCESE
The Holy Relics of St. Bernadette are on pilgrimage from Lourdes to Ireland for the very first time, and will visit St. Eugene's Cathedral, Derry from 2.00 pm today, Sunday, until tomorrow, Monday. This very special, event will provide an opportunity for people of all ages and backgrounds to experience the special gifts and charisms of Lourdes in their diocese. The programme over the two days will be led by parishes, choirs, faith groups and organisations from across the diocese.
HARVEST MASS
St Colm's High School will celebrate a 'Harvest Mass' in Holy Rosary Church at 2.00 pm on Tuesday 15 October. All welcome.
FIRST ANNIVERSARY MASS
Michael McGillian, Sixtowns Road, on Friday 18 October at 7.30 pm in Holy Rosary Church.
ANNIVERSARIES
Marie Donnelly;
Sean McCullagh;
Patrick Joseph McAllister;
Bridget McCloskey;
John Donnelly.
DEATHS
We extend our prayerful sympathy to the family and friends of:
Monica Gillespie, Glenelly Villas;
John McKenna, England, formerly from Moyheeland;
Kathleen Cassidy, Portmarnock.
PARISH COLLECTIONS
Priests’Collection: £2150
Renovation Collection: £1920
Thank you for your generous support which is greatly appreciated.
MASS OF REMEMBRANCE
The Annual Mass of Remembrance held each year in November will take place on the following dates:
Ballinascreen on Monday 11 November in Holy Rosary Church at 7.30 pm and Desertmartin on Monday 18 November in St Patrick's Church Keenaught at 7.30 pm.
THE NET – OCTOBER 2024
Diocesan paper featuring many faith stories from around the diocese now available in Holy Rosary Church porch. Stories in this month’s edition include:
Moneyneena memorial stone unveiled in thanksgiving for priestly service of the late Fr John Downey.
Bellaghy prepares to open Blessed Carlo Acutis Adoration Chapel.
Derry priest and Bellaghy parishioner honoured by Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem.
Diocesan Youth News.
Children’s Catechism Club.
Bishop McKeown at St Patrick’s College Maghera Mass.
Maghera Legion of Mary.
Sr Clare Crockett Retreat Talks.
WARM WELCOME WEDNESDAY ~ Protecting Yourself from Scams
Mid Ulster’s Crime Prevention Officer will be present on Wednesday 16 October at 12 noon to advise what can be done to keep ourselves safe and how to stay one step ahead of scammers. Information on general crime prevention will also be provided. Open to all, entrance is free, no need to book, just drop-in. Refreshments served.
FLU AND COVID-19 VACCINES
Walk-in vaccination clinics are now running at O'Kanes Clinical Pharmacy (High Street).
Monday to Friday from 9.30 am to 5.00 pm for those that meet eligibility criteria.
Private flu vaccines are also available for those over 18 that do not meet the eligibility criteria. For more details please ring 028 79628680.
WELLBEING EVENT FOR MEN
Nóra Murray along with other speakers will be hosting an evening on Saturday 19 October at 7.00 pm sharp in the Club for all men over 18 on mental health and wellbeing. This event is open to the whole community and beyond. It will give you the opportunity to listen to those with lived experiences, an opportunity to ask questions as well as becoming more equipped with how to deal with your own mental health and others. Benny Heron and Eamon Burns are two of the many men onboard.
Let's make a difference and reduce the stigma! If you would like to get involved in this evening, please message Nóra on 07896758305.
FATIMA PILGRIMAGE 2025
Fully escorted Group Pilgrimage accompanied by Spiritual Director for 7 nights from 28 May to 3 June. Staying in 4* Hotel Styler, full board. Cost £925. £100 off if paid in full by 15 November 2024. Single room supplement £280. Mass daily and spiritual activities, services of JWT Pilgrimage Guide. Direct flights with Aer Lingus from Dublin to Lisbon. Return coach to Dublin Airport from Oakleaf Restaurant, Glenshane, extra cost to be arranged. For more details please contact Christina Lagan 07803192621.
SIXTOWNS CROSS COMMUNITY GROUP
Hallowe’en Celebrations at Sixtowns Hall: Thanks to funding from Mid Ulster District Council.
Dance Friday 25 October. Music by Midnight Flyer. Doors open 9.00 pm.
Children’s Disco for Primary school children (and younger siblings) on Thursday 31 October from 6.30 pm to 8.30 pm. Adult supervision required.
Adults only Disco on Saturday 2 November at 8.00 pm. Supper provided by Delicious. Committee members are now selling tickets.
Chair Exercises with Sperrin Wellbeing and Yoga begin in Hall on Monday 4 November from 11.30 am to 12.30 pm for 6 weeks. Suitable for all ages and mobility levels. Come along and get some gentle exercise, meet with others, tea & coffee served afterwards. Thanks to grant funding from Cswan Mid Ulster these classes are free.
Painting classes in Hall with local artist Regina McSorley for 4 weeks, commencing Tuesday 5 November from 10.00 am to 12 noon. All materials provided. Thanks to funding from Workspace Group these classes are being offered at a reduced rate of £25 per person. To book please phone Emma on 07769289385.
Christmas Craft Fair on Sunday 17 November from 12 noon to 3.00 pm. Stalls available, to book. £20 a table or two for £30. To book please phone Emma on 07769289385.
PARISH ANNIVERSARY AND MONTH’S MIND MASSES
If you wish to have a deceased loved one prayed for at any Anniversary Friday Mass, you MUST please email their name to Ballinascreen Parish Office by noon on Thursday of the relevant week. Notices for First Anniversary and Month's Mind Masses should be received before the Wednesday of the previous week so that, they may be printed in the Bulletin the weekend before the Anniversary Mass.
PARISH BAPTISMS 2024
Baptisms: Sundays at 3.00 pm and bookings to be made please via the Parish Office, by phone 028 79628248 or by Email ballinascreenparish@gmail.com
October 20 ~ St Patrick’s Sixtowns
November 3 ~ St Eugene’s Moneyneena
November 10 ~ Holy Rosary Church
November 24 ~ St Columba’s Straw
December 1 ~ St Patrick’s Sixtowns
December 15 ~ St Eugene’s Moneyneena
December 22 ~ Holy Rosary Church.
KNOCKNAGIN HALL
Positive Ageing: Afternoon Tea Dance on Wednesday 30 October, from 1.00 pm to 3.00 pm. Music by Country Harmony. Free admission. Registration necessary. To register contact Age Friendly Coordinator Raisa Donnelly at 03000132132 or by email raisa.donnelly@midulstercouncil.org
Bowling: Tuesdays from 8.00 pm to 10.00 pm. New members welcome.
Line Dancing resumes Wednesday 23 October at 7.30 pm.
Irish dancing lessons: Tuesdays 6.00 pm. Contact Nicola: 07518207458
Acrobat Gymnastics Club: Saturdays from 9.00 am.
Knit & Natter resumes on Tuesday 22 October at 7.30 pm.
Chair Exercises: Tuesdays at 10.00 am.
Health & Well Being: Reminiscence Session hosted by Maura Johnston on Wednesday 16 October at 7.30 pm.
Craft Fair: Sunday 10 November. Only a few tables left. £20 for1 or 2 for £30.
Arts Care Here and Now: If interested in a series of sessions with mindfulness, conversation and fun, imaginative exercises into putting your thoughts and ideas down in writing then please contact Olive 07887614094, Kathleen 07764277809 or Anne 028 79642711 ASAP.
Sarsfield’s Accordion Band:
Sympathy to the O’Hagan family on the death of Rosemarie O’Hagan.
October Draw Winner: £50 Lawrence Higgins, Luney.
Band practice Thursdays at 7.30 pm. New and past members welcome.
