Parish of Castlebar Church of the Holy Rosary, Castlebar; St Aloysius's, Breaffy; St. Patrick's, Ballyheane Sunday Newsletter 5th Sunday of the Year 10^th February 2002
'Thought for Sunday' Notices Mass Intentions Altar Society Eucharistic Ministers Rest in Peace Lay Readers Previous Newsletters	Being salt and light The theme of the July 2002 World Youth Day in Canada is contained in this Sunday’s Gospel: ‘you are the salt of the earth - you are the light of the world.’ As in organising any event, Toronto’s preparations are like salt and light - imperceptible and visible. Like light, the practical details are usually visible, concentrated and somewhat predictable. The spiritual preparation of pilgrims, on the other hand, is like salt - invisible and at times scattered and unpredictable. Yet nonetheless just as vital to the success and life of the event. The human character is much the same. There are visible and imperceptible dimensions to every human soul. But one aim is held by all: making a difference in our world. But how? Live life to the full: Be faithful to your spouse. Be the one at the office who refuses to cheat. Be the neighbour who acts neighbourly. Be the employee who does the work and doesn’t complain. Pay your bills promptly. Do your part and enjoy life. Don’t speak one message and live another. After all, I cannot hear what you say, for listening to what you do. Actions speak loudest, and like salt and light add flavour and brightness to life. Fr. Tom Cox (Intercom)	Email the Presbytery Priest on Call: Fr. M. Ó Móráin Tel. (094) 21844
	NOTICES Ash Wednesday 13^th February, a day of fast and abstinence. This Lent early Mass on week mornings will be at 7.30a.m. in the Parish Church (from Wed. 13^th Feb.). There will also be evening Mass during Lent at 7.30p.m. Ashes will be blessed and distributed at all Masses on Ash Wednesday. Masses in the Parish Church will be at 7.30a.m., 10a.m., 1.10p.m. (extra Mass for Ash Wednesday only) and 7.30p.m. World Day of the Sick, Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes Monday February 11^th is world day of the sick. Please take the opportunity to remember those members of our parish community who are sick at this time. Sacristans’ Collection - The sacristans’ collection will be taken up at all Masses next weekend. This is an opportunity for us to show our appreciation for the work of all our sacristans in the parish. Reposition of the Blessed Sacrament 11^th - 16^th February Mon. - Mary Solan Tues. - Mary Kennelly Wed. - Mary McDermott Thurs. - Agnes Waldron Fri. - Donie Murphy Sat. - Gab. Maloney Family Centre Programmes For booking tel. (094) 25900 “We are all daughters…” (Workshop for women) In this workshop we will look at the primary relationship between daughter/mother. Using artwork, movement, stillness and group support, we will explore confidentially our mother-issues. Dates: Feb. 15^th, 8p.m. - 10.30p.m. Feb. 16^th, 10.30a.m. - 4.30p.m. Facilitators: Chris Eichbaum and Mai O’Neill. Meditation: Finding Self & Finding God - a relaxed hour during which you learn to develop the skills of dealing with the stresses and anxieties of daily life in a wholesome way. Dates: Feb. 19^th, 26^th, March 5^th, 12^th, 19^th, 26^th. Time: 10.30a.m. - 11.30a.m. Facilitator: Maura Flynn R.S.M. Counsellor/Prayer Guide. Parish Guided Prayer A week of Parish Guided Prayer will take place in the Social Service Centre, beginning on Sun. 24^th Feb. at 8p.m. and ending on Sat. 2^nd March. For further information tel. 25508 or 21378. All are welcome. Stations of the Cross after 7.30p.m. Mass every Friday evening during Lent in the Parish Church. Organised by the Legion of Mary. Bingo every Tues. night in the Welcome Inn Hotel at 8.45p.m. Prayer Group Meeting every Wednesday at 8p.m. in the Social Service Centre. The Mayo Job Club is to run a free three week course for anyone interested in getting back to work. The course starts on Mon. 11^th Feb. and runs Mon. - Thurs., 10a.m. to 12.30p.m. For further information contact Sue at 098-29964. Seminar - VISION “A Blueprint for an abundant life by encountering Christ and His love in the Beatitudes”, Fr. Flann Llynn, O.F.M. Cap., in the Social Service Centre, on Sat. 16^th (9.30a.m. - 5.30p.m.) & Mon. 18^th Feb. (7p.m. - 10p.m.)
	MASS INTENTIONS PARISH CHURCH Monday, 11^th February: 8 - J.P., Maggie, John & Der Ryan, Ellison Street. 10 - James, Bridget & Martin Cannon & Bridie Licence, Ballymacrath. Tuesday, 12^th February: 8 - John & Annie McAlpine, Lightford. 10 - Anne Ward, Derrylea. Wednesday, 13^th February: 7.30 - Michael & Kathleen Murtagh, Main Street. 10 - Maureen Gilmartin & parents, John & Delia, Mountgordon. Thursday, 14^th February: 7.30 - Ann & Joseph Blair, Carrickmacross, Martin Moylette & parents, Castlebar. 10 - Heffernan family, Mollyroe. Friday, 15^th February: 7.30 - Michael Cawley, Cawley & White families, 11 Garryduff Court. 10 - Mulhern family, Shranalee. Saturday, 16^th February: 7.30 - Bridget & John Lally, Station Road. 9.30 - Judy Rice, Moneen. (1^st Ann.) 10 - Paddy & Kathleen McDonnell, Ballynew & dec. members of O’Hora family. 10.30 - Richard McSweeney, Derrylea. (M.M.) BALLYHEANE CHURCH Saturday, 16^th February: 8.00p.m.- Pat & Mary Mannion, Ringeraun. Sunday, 17^th February: 10.30a.m.- Tom Daly, Westport Road.
	ALTAR SOCIETY: 16^th February Beda Tobin Sue Casey Marie McDonnell
	EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS: Sun. 17^th - 3^rdSun.
	REST IN PEACE: We commend into your hands Lord, the souls of Eileen Rowley, Parke, mother of Kevin Rowley, Pontoon Road; Richard Brennan, Kiltimagh, father of John Brennan, Garryduff; Mamie Cunningham, Richard Street.
	LAY READERS: 1^st Sun. of Lent Parish Church 11.15: Úna Ní Ghabhlain 12.30: Teresa Carney Breaffy 10.00: Martin Carney, Claire Tuohy 11.30: Marie Tuohy St. Mary’s 11.30: Bernadette Walsh DAILY READERS Mon. - Sally Dunleavy Tues. - Chris Casey Wed. - Carmel Cahill Thurs. - Eddie Hoban Fri. - Una Ryan Sat. - Danny McGuinness
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