No. 2043 ~ THIRTIETH 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
Email: desertmartinparish@gmail.com
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 28 October:
10.00 am ~ Holy Rosary Church
Tuesday 29 October:
10.00 am ~ St Mary’s Coolcalm
Wednesday 30 October:
10.00 am ~ Holy Rosary Church
Thursday 31 October:
10.00 am ~ St Mary’s Coolcalm
MASSES FOR ALL SAINTS' DAY AND ALL SOULS' DAY
THURSDAY 31 OCTOBER: VIGILS FOR THE SOLEMNITY OF ALL SAINTS'
6.00 pm ~ Holy Rosary Church
7.30 pm ~ St Patrick's Keenaught
FRIDAY 1 NOVEMBER: THE SOLEMNITY OF ALL SAINTS'
10.00 am ~ St Mary’s Coolcalm
7.30 pm ~ Holy Rosary Church.
SATURDAY 2 NOVEMBER: ALL SOULS' DAY
9.00 am ~ St Columba's Straw
10.00 am ~ St Mary's Coolcalm
10.00 am ~ St Patrick's Church Sixtowns
11.15 am ~ St Eugene's Moneyneena.
VIGIL MASSES FOR SUNDAY AS USUAL ON SATURDAY EVENING
6.00 pm ~ Holy Rosary
7.30 pm ~ St Patrick’s Keenaught.
CONFESSIONS
In Holy Rosary Church every Saturday at 5.30 pm before the Vigil Mass.
FEASTS OF THE WEEK
Monday 28: St Simon and St Jude, apostles.
Friday 1: Solemnity of the Feast of All Saints. This is a holyday of obligaton. On this day we celebrate not only the saints who have been officially canonised by the Church but all those who share in the glory of heaven.
Saturday 2: The Commemoration of all the Faithful Departed. All Souls’ Day is not a holyday of obligation, but is a day of solemn remembrance and prayer for all the faithful departed.
ANNIVERSARIES
Getrude Coyle;
Maureen McCullagh,
Mary McKenna;
Teresa Kelly;
Bridgid McEldowney;
Baby Groogan;
Peter Rogers;
Annie McBride.
FIRST ANNIVERSARY MASS
Patsy McEldowney, Cloane on Friday 1 November at 7.30 pm in Holy Rosary Church.
DEATHS
We extend our prayerful sympathy to the family and friends of:
Mary McAuley, The Square;
Margaret Devlin, Slievegallion Park;
Mary Campbell nee Bradley, Philadelphia, formerly from Cahore.
WEDDING
Congratulations and best wishes for the future to:
Kelly Rogers and Peter Kelly who were married recently in St Eugene’s Church Moneyneena.
MASS OF REMEMBRANCE
Annual Parish Mass of Remembrance will take place in Ballinascreen Parish on Monday 11 November at 7.30 pm in Holy Rosary Church and for Desertmartin Parish on Monday 18 November, at 7.30 pm in St Patrick's Church, Keenaught.
Further details nearer the date.
BOOKS OF REMEMBRANCE
During November, a Book of Remembrance will be placed in each of the churches for parishioners to enrol the names of their deceased loved ones.
PARISH COLLECTIONS
Weekly Collection: £1760
Renovation Collection: £900
Mission Collection: £1520
Thank you for your generous support which is greatly appreciated.
CONFIRMATION 2025
Gaelscoil na Speiríní, Saturday March 1 in Holy Rosary Church at 12 noon.
Desertmartin Parish Primary Schools, Sunday March 2 in St Patrick’s Church Keenaught at 10.00 am.
Ballinascreen Parish Primary Schools, Sunday March 2 in Holy Rosary Church at 2.00 pm.
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION 2025
Ballinascreen Parish:
St Mary’s P.S., Draperstown on Saturday 10 May in Holy Rosary Church.
St Columba's P.S., Straw on Saturday 17 May in St Columba's Church.
Gaelscoil na Speiríní on Saturday 7 June in Holy Rosary Church.
St Eoghan's P. S., Moneyneena on Saturday 7 June in St Eugene's Church.
Desertmartin Parish:
Cullion P.S. on Saturday 10 May in St Patrick's Church, Keenaught.
Knocknagin P.S. on Saturday 17 May in St Mary's Church, Coolcalm.
SAINT BRIGID 1500
Reflecting on the life of St Brigid, who was a woman of peace, you are invited to join in a beautiful liturgy of music, prayer, scripture, reflection and praying for world peace in St Brigid’s Church, Carnhill, Derry, on today, Sunday 27 October at 5.00 pm. All welcome.
SYCAMORE FAITH DISCOVERY PROGRAMME
Sycamore is an informal course about our Catholic faith and its relevance for life today. It gives you space to meet other people, share ideas, explore your beliefs, and think about questions that really matter. In preparation for the Jubilee Year 2025 the focus will be on the gift of prayer. Each Sycamore session involves a short film and plenty of time for quiet reflection and discussion. The course will be run by Fr Peter O’Kane, Derry Diocesan Adult Faith Formator, on the following Tuesdays: 5, 12, 19, 26 November and Monday 2 December, in Dungiven, from 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm. To facilitate venue please, please register at derrydiocese.org/sycamore. Refreshments served. Everyone welcome.
WARM WELCOME WEDNESDAYS
In Workspace Community Hub on Wednesday 30 October, from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm. Age NI will deliver the first session of their ‘Move More Live More’ Programme, which is aimed at supporting people aged 65+ to live well for longer, with a focus on staying strong, agile and preventing falls. Each session features information presented by health experts on different aspects of health such as sleep, nutrition, and mental health and how this relates to falls. No need to book, just drop-in. Refreshments served.
NOTE OF THANKS
Archie Kelly wishes to sincerely thank all who supported his recent fund raising climb of Croagh Patrick which raised £3482 for Marie Curie. This donation will help Marie Curie care for terminally ill patients and their loved ones. Thank you.
ARDS RETREATS
What is God’s Dream for your Life’ Retreat: Wednesday 6 November from 10.00 am to3.30 pm. Additional dates 11 December; 22 January 2025 and 19 February 2025. This day will be welcoming of everyone, wherever they find themselves on life’s journey. It will be particularly useful for individuals and teams who want to take time away from the busyness of life and discover or rediscover a sense of direction and purpose in their lives. Facilitated by Jim Deeds. Cost 65.00 Euro (includes light refreshments & lunch). For enquiries and bookings email info@ardsfriary.ie or phone Ards Friary on 00353 749138909
Advent Reflection Retreat: Preparing for the Birth of the Christ Child: Sunday 10 November from 1.00 pm to 6.00 pm. A day of Scripture, song and silence that will equip you go into Advent with plenty to fill our minds and hearts as we prepare to celebrate the birth of Jesus. Resources to aid your personal prayer during Advent and to lead others in prayer in your parish and community will be provided. Facilitated by Jim Deeds. Cost 65 Euro (includes light refreshments & lunch) For enquiries and to book phone Ards 00353 749138909 or email info@ardsfriary.ie.
Walking with the Franciscan Mystics Retreat. Friday 22 Nov - Sunday 24 Nov. In this workshop you will encounter some of the great Franciscan Mystics and find ways to share in their wisdom and vision for a world renewed by the light of Christ and communion with creation. Facilitor Br Richard Hendrick. Cost 240 Euro. For more details email info@ardsfriary.ie or visit their website www.ardsfriary.ie
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.
GLASGOWBURY NEEDS YOU!
If you can help with the research for their next ‘Voices from the Sperrins’ podcast -The Heritage of Farming in Ballinascreen please phone 028 79628428 or call to their office at The Cornstore Creative Hub, 20a High St. Research workshop on Tuesday 12 November from 7.00 pm to 9.00 pm. Pre-registration required.
SIXTOWNS CROSS COMMUNITY GROUP
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 8.00 pm. Supper provided by Delicious. Tickets on sale at Shepherds’ Rest, Straw Service Station and Heron’s Gift Shop, or on the door on the night.
FREE 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. Tea & coffee served.
Painting classes in Hall with local artist Regina McSorley for 4 weeks commencing Tuesday 5 November from 10.00 am to12 noon. All materials provided. Thanks to funding from Workspace Group these classes are being offered for only £25 per person. To book please phone Emma 07769289385.
Christmas Craft Fair on Sunday 17 November from 12 noon to 3.00 pm. Stalls available. £20 a table or two for £30. To book phone Emma on 07769289385.
BABY MASSAGE CLASSES
Rosie’s Baby Massage and Reflexology Classes start Friday 15 November. WhatsApp 07749121208 for details.
STRESS CONTROL CLASSES
Free online classes commence on Monday 11 November at 9.00 am. For full details please view: https://ni.stresscontrol.org/
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
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.
Line Dancing: Wednesdays at 7.30 pm.
Irish dancing lessons: Tuesdays at 6.00 pm. Contact Nicola on 07518207458
Acrobat Gymnastics: Saturdays at 9.00am.
Knit & Natter: Tuesdays at 7.30 pm.
Chair Exercises: Tuesdays at 10.00 am.
Craft Fair: Sunday 10 November from 10.30 am to 4.00 pm.
Sarsfield’s Accordion Band: Band practice on Thursdays at 7.30 pm. New and past members very welcome.
POPE FRANCIS @PONTIFEX
May the Holy Spirit always keep alive in us the fire of His divine love, which makes us His children. God's love makes us able to love Him and our neighbour and thus attain eternal life. If you don’t know what to ask for in prayer, ask for the Holy Spirit!
