Glenties Parish Newsletter 20th August 2018

Masses for week ending 26th August 2018

Confessions: Immediately after Saturday 11 a.m. Mass

**PLEASE NOTE MASS ON WEDNESDAY WILL BE AT 9.30AM. THERE WILL BE NO MASS ON THURSDAY.
ALSO NOTE NEW DATE FOR GRAVEYARD MASS IN GLENTIES OLD GRAVEYARD**

Graveyard Mass
Tuesday 21st August at 7pm in Kilraine Graveyard
Wednesday 22nd August at 7pm in Glenties Old Graveyard

Weight Watchers class every Wednesday in the Highlands Hotel at 10.30am for men and women.

Bluestack Sports Hub: Do you or does someone you know have a disability? Are you interested in getting involved in sport or physical activity? COME ALONG & HAVE YOUR SAY!! Public Consultations (Hosted by S3 Solutions)
Monday 20th August at Niall Mor Centre, Killybegs At 7.30 pm
Tuesday 21st August at Lakeside Centre, Ballyshannon At 7.30 pm
The Bluestack Sports Hub aims to increase participation in sport or physical activity amongst people with a disability. Further Info: 0873819314 bluestacksportshub@gmail.com Or https://www.facebook.com/bluestacksportshub/

World Meeting of Families 2018

We Welcome Pope Francis to Ireland

The Raphoe Diocese Opening Ceremony for World Meeting of Families 2018 will take place in St Eunans Cathedral, Letterkenny on Tuesday 21st August at 7.30pm. All 26 Dioceses of Ireland will celebrate together in their respective Cathedral Churches. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Important Information for those Travelling to Dublin or Knock
For those travelling to the World Meeting of Families events over the coming week we would ask each of you to be aware of items that are Prohibited. These include various types of chairs/stools, large umbrellas and cooler boxes. A list of all these items is also available in the Sacristy and Parochial House.
Before commencing your journey, visit the website regarding travel and other practical information. The Official Traffic Plan can be viewed at www.garda.ie. Pilgrims are advised to study the plan in advance of travelling to both Dublin and Knock Shrine.

Papal Mass, Phoenix Park: Tickets for coach travel commenced issuing this weekend. When we have finalised our travel arrangements, we will be in contact with everyone who has booked their seat on the bus. Details of prohibited items can be found by visiting www.worldmeeting2018.ie/em/Programme/Final-Mass.

Papal Visit, Knock Shrine: Those who have tickets to attend the visit to Knock Shrine are advised to read the information available on the Knock Shrine website. Angelus text, a hymn sheet and general guidance/information on the liturgical events will be available for download/printing in the days prior to the event at www.knockshrine.ie/wmof2018

LYIT Course Information Day: Letterkenny Institute of Technology is holding a course information day for prospective students on Wednesday 22 August from
11 am – 4 pm. Whether you’re a first time student, a graduate or considering a return to education, there’s lots of choice in highly respected CAO, Postgraduate, Part-Time and Springboard+ courses for 2018/2019. Why not come along to our Course Information Day to discuss your options with our staff. All are welcome.

Last week’s OFFERTORY COLLECTION amounted to € 2,100.00. Thank You

Church of the Holy Family, Edeninfagh

SUNDAY MASS: *** 12 .15 p.m. ***
Sunday 19th August 12.15pm John & Bella McLoone, Lugnagillew and deceased relatives

Last week’s OFFERTORY COLLECTION amounted to € 365.00. Thank You

Notices for the Parish Newsletter must be submitted NO LATER THAN 1.00 P.M. WEDNESDAY to the Parochial House, 074 95 51117. Parish email Address: glentiesparish@gmail.com