Gortnahoe and Glengoole Parish
Sunday, April 13, 2025
Palm / Passion Sunday
V. Rev. James Walton, P.P.
Tel: 087 2396534 and 056 6634004
Parish Mass times are as follows and are broadcast on 106.6FM
- Sat, 12th April, – 6pm Glengoole
- Sun, 13th April, – 10.30am Gortnahoe
Craig Tobin, Gortnahoe.
Chris, Rachel, Tom and Shelia Doyle, England.
Ellen Norton, Graiguewood
Gluten Free Holy Communion
Gluten Free Holy Communion is available at all Masses.
The Rosary
The Rosary will be recited before Mass in Glengoole every Saturday evening.
Eucharistic Adoration
- Glengoole Wed 10am to 2pm
- Gortnahoe Thurs 10am to 1pm.
Come sit awhile in silent prayer.
HOLY WEEK
Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion
Today we remember the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem with the proclamation of His Passion. During this week (An tSeachtain Mhór – The Great Week) we celebrate the mysteries of salvation accomplished by Christ in the last days of his life on earth.
Chrism Mass on Wednesday, 16th April in Thurles Cathedral at 7.00pm. The Holy Oils (Baptism, Chrism and the Sick) will be blessed. All are welcome to attend.
Holy Thursday 17th April
On this day the Church remembers what Jesus said and did at the Lord’s Supper. He gifted his Church with the Eucharist and the Priesthood.
Mass of the Lord’s Supper in Gortnahoe Church at 7.30pm during which all Eucharistic Ministers will renew their commitment to service for the coming year.
Good Friday 18th April (Day of Fast and Abstinence)
The Celebration of the Lord’s Passion Glengoole at 3.00pm.
Stations of the Cross and Solemn Veneration of the Cross Gortnahoe at 7.30pm. Collection for The Holy Places will be taken up at both ceremonies.
Holy Saturday 19th April Easter Vigil in Glengoole at 7.30pm.
Easter Sunday 20th April Mass in Gortnahoe at 10.30am
Confessions: The Sacrament of Confession will be celebrated after the Ceremonies on Holy Thursday and Good Friday. The sacrament will also be available in Thurles Cathedral on Holy Saturday from 2-5pm. God never tires of forgiving us; we are the ones who tire of seeking His mercy. (Pope Francis)
Easter Clergy Collection
Easter Clergy Collection for the priests of the Archdiocese will be taken up next weekend. Our Parish Target for 2025 is €31,536. Thanking you in advance for your generosity to the Clergy collections (4) over the coming year.
Trocaire Boxes
Please return the contents of your boxes over the coming week.
2025 Exam mass
2025 Exam mass will be held on Saturday 24th May at 6.00pm in Glengoole and we welcome all those taking part in state exams in June to attend.
Divine Mercy Chaplet
Nine-Day Novena begins on Good Friday (after 3 pm Ceremony in the Cathedral) Each day from Bóthar na Naomh Church at 3pm to Easter Saturday. Celebrating Divine Mercy Sunday 27th April in Thurles Cathedral. Prayers beginning at 2.30pm with Mass at 4pm. Join us in prayer and receive the great grace of this Novena.
Meet the Saints
Meet the Saints continues Monday, 7th April at 7.45pm in Lámh Chúnta, Bothar Na Naomh with focus on the lives of the saints of Japan. All are welcome.
Pobal Éile Youth Ministry – Youth Faith Hike
Following the success of the 12 cribs of Christmas, a Youth Way of the Cross up the Devil’s Bit has been organised for all secondary school teens from our 4 parishes on Monday, April 14th. Drop off and collection at Littleton Church - meeting at 1pm. Bus €5. Bring a packed lunch for picnic on summit. Contact Olivia McCormack, 087- 1273273 or Fr. Walton, 087-2396534.
Thurles Parish Jubilee Year Pilgrimage to Derry
Following in the footsteps of Sr. Clare Crockett, Ireland’s newest candidate for sainthood. From Sun-Wed, May 25th–28th; €300 per person – B&B plus lunch (*2); €100 deposit by April 27th – 34 places available on a first come first served basis. Daily Mass with spiritual programme, exploring the city of Derry, visiting the grave and sites associated with Sr. Clare and testimony from those who knew Sr. Clare, etc. For further details and booking, contact: Fr. Vincent (087 9747933) or Cathy (086 1533595).
A Memorable night of song and music in the Cathedral
Ormond Octaves (choir of over 80 members) with special guests Music Generation. A memorable night of song and music in the Cathedral on Friday 2nd May. Proceeds to Cathedral Reroofing Project. Tickets (€25 Donation) - Thurles Parish Centre (0504 -22229), Bookworm, Liberty Sq (0504 22257), Holycross Parish Centre (0504 43124).
Gortnahoe Youth Club
Split the Pot for April in aid of Gortnahoe Youth Club – an excellent facility for our young people. Tickets €2: please support.
March 2025 400 Club Draw Results
- 1st Prize €200 – Marie Delaney, Glengoole
- 2nd Prize €100 – Michael Scott, Inchorourke
- 3rd Prize €50 – Cara and Alan Bartley, George’s Park
- 4th Prize €50 – Edel Pollard, Coole
- 5th Prize €50 – Sean Maher, Rathbeg
- 6th Prize €50 – Suzanne and David O’Brien, Gortnahoe
- 7th Prize €50 – Paddy Maher, Inchorourke
- 8th Prize €50 – Seamus Troy, Ballinastick
- 9th Prize €50 – John and Christine Barnaville, Urard
- 10th Prize €50 – Leonard and Emma Stanley, George’s Park
- Promoters Prize: €30 – Mary McGivern
God, just as we carry these branches,
may we follow Christ in the way of the cross that,
dying and rising with him, we may enter into your kingdom.
PARISH NEWSLETTER
All emails can now be directed before Thursday 6pm to: gortnahoeglengooleparish@gmail.com
or to: Nic Wilson, Carmel Troy, Stella Lanigan and Rena Ryan
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