Sunday, 18th April 2010

Third Sunday of Easter

First Reading : Acts of the Apostles 5: 27-32.40-41
We see the apostles courageously witnessing to the resurrection of Jesus gladly suffering for it.

Second Reading: Apocalypse 5: 11-14
We hear a hymn in praise of the crucified and risen Christ.

Gospel: John 21: 1-19
This relates an appearance of the risen Jesus to seven of his apostles on the shore of the lake of Gennesareth.
The incident is built around Peter.

 

 

PHONE NUMBERS FOR NEIGHBOURING PARISHES:

Dungiven : Fr Aidan Mullan 028 777 41219

Fr Joe Gormley 028 777 41256

Claudy : Fr David O’Kane 028 71 337727

 

NOTICES FOR NEXT WEEKS BULLETIN

should be left with Josephine before 7.30pm on Wednesday evening,

tel 77781627 oremail to johassan@btinternet.com

 

COLLECTIONS thank you for your generosity:-
St Joseph’s 4 April £1162 11 April £819
St Mary’s 4 April £1206 11 April £885
St Peter & St Paul’s - 4 April £687 11 April £540
Trocaire to date £1508.99

 

ALTAR SERVERS – ST JOSEPH’S
Saturday 24th April – Team 1 – Hannah Mullan, Aimee Loughery, Kery Campbell, Emma O’Neill, Sorcha McGrellis
Sunday 25th April – Team 2 (weekdays) - Colleen McCloskey, Rachel Biggs, Chloe McDermott, Conor Murphy, Oisin Lockhart

READERS – ST JOSEPH’S
Saturday 24th April - Rachel Farren
Sunday 25th April - Briege O’Neill

 

 

 

 

MASS TIMES

St Joseph’s

Monday and Friday 9.30am Wednesday 8.00pm

St Mary’s

Tues and Thursday 10.00am

 

 

 

VISITATION OF THE SICK - The sick in Feeny will be visited on THURSDAY - NB change of day !!

 

 

 

ALTINURE CEMETERY
It is hoped to upgrade the lighting and re-align the paths. In an effort to keep the cemetery tidy, you are asked to not to dispose of old flowers and wreaths in the cemetery but to remove them at the end of their time there. Thank you

 

 

HALLOWEEN DRAW
We are holding a Halloween Draw again this year. The money is used exclusively for the upgrade and maintainance of Parish property. It is hoped that 100 promoters will sell 20 tickets each. The tickets will be available next week.

 

 

 

CLIMB FOR LIFE – Saturday 1st May 2010, Croagh Patrick. 10am Rosary at Our Lady’s Grotto at base and Mass at the top of the Mountain. To increase awareness of life of the unborn from conception. Info from hilarymacbride@yahoo.co.uk

 

 

Foyle Hospice’s Bark in the Park, a sponsored dog walk, will take place on Sunday 9th May 2010 in St Columb’s Park, Limavady Road , at 2pm. Registration fee £5 per dog and includes a certificate and goodie bag for your pooch on the day. For further information and registration packs please contact Foyle Hospice Fundraising Centre on (028) 71359888 or email rachelbruce@foylehospice.com.

 

The BIG Saunter, a sponsored riverside walk for those aged 55+, will take place Wednesday 19th May 2010 at 1pm. The walk will commence from Sainsbury’s along the path of the River Foyle and finish off at the Guildhall. All monies raised will go to Foyle Hospice. For further information please contact Stephanie English, Old Library Trust, Creggan, Tel: (028) 71373870.

 

ANNUAL SPONSORED WALK FOR ALZHEIMERS SOCIETY on Sunday 25th April @ 12 noon from Community Centre, Feeny to Klondyke and back. Registration £5. Sponsor sheets available from Lucy tel: 77781804 or Jean tel: 77781576. Everyone Welcome.

 

DUNGIVEN SPORTS PAVILION

We are now running a Club 50+ at, Every Monday and Wednesday from 1:30pm to 3:30pm. The cost is £3.00 per session and includes a free Gym Induction (Normally £12). Tea and coffee is complementary.

 

THE LOCAL COMMITTEE OF CANCER RESEARCH UK now have a dvd of the Glenshane Lorry Pull, held last June. One copy has been given to each team who took part on the day. Anyone wishing to purchase extra copies(cost £8.00) may do so by contacting Anne Marie O'Hagan tel-02877741137 on Ann Canning tel 02977741896.

 

GLENSHANE HOUSE, DUNGIVEN - Want to make a patchwork quilt - then come along on Tuesday 20th April from 2-4 pm. Tel. 028 777 42494 - Names now being taken for short courses: Clait and Word Processing. Course is free - only exam fee to pay. Tel. 028 777 42494.

 

CHILDREN IN CROSSFIRE are recruiting 20 enthusiastic individuals to join them for the 25th Budapest Half Marathon on 5th September 2010 . A deposit of £150 is requested and minimum sponsorship applies. Contact Sarah on 028 71269898 or e-mail events@childrenincrossfire.org for more information.

 

 

LEARMOUNT COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GROUP
Our Kids Environmental Club will meet on Saturday 24th April from 10am – 12pm at the Recycling Centre. It is open to all Primary School Children (P1-P3 must be accompanied by a parent). Suitable outdoor clothing and footwear should be worn as activities are held outside. The club is free of charge. For further information contact us on 02877781881.

 

ST MARY’S GAC, BANAGHER

Under 12 Football Training – at the Pitch every Wednesday night at 7.00pm sharp. All P6/P7 boys and girls welcome to join

Banagher Goes to the Dogs……………
St Mary’s GAC, Banagher presents - A Night at The Dogs at Lifford Stadium
***** Saturday 19th June 2010 ******** Don’t Miss a Great Night’s Entertainment ***

First Race at 8.00pm - Disco to follow the Races
£40 ticket buys your 4 course meal and Race Card
£10 ticket buys your entry to the Stadium and Race Card
Sponsorship available for the Race Booklet, the 12 Races and the Dogs
Why not book a table and gather up your friends/family for a great evening???
For more information, tickets or to enquire about sponsorship deals please
contact Pat Devine, Colm Stevenson, Peter McCloskey, Denis Lynch, Philip O’Kane,
Josephine Hassan, Una Feeney, Michelle Devine, Shauna Murphy or Gemma McCullagh.
£10 tickets NOW ON SALE!!
Buses will be available on the night (there may be a small charge for this)

Winning Lotto numbers for 13/04/10 2, 7, 10, 14. Next Week’s Jackpot £2,200
£15 each to AnneMarie Bradley, Cathal Kerlin, Annie O'Neill, Catherine Hasson, Emmett O'Kane, Kelsey McGaughey & Jenna Hasson.

 

 

O'Brien's GAC, Foreglen

The £10 draw took place on Easter Monday night, winners are as follows:

£1,500 - Patsy Mullan, Ballerin, £500 - Eamon O'Hara (c/o Martin Brown),

£500 - Louise O'Connor, Foreglen, £500 - Jack Grieves, Dungiven.

Any party interested in a 3 year sponsorship deal of the senior team please contact any committee member as soon as possible. Thank you

Anyone wishing to order Club Hoodies, Tracksuits, Shorts, Socks, etc can do so by contacting Brigid McFeely Tel: 02871338961. Deposit required with all orders.

The Clubhouse, Foreglen Coming soon to the Clubhouse - Sunday, 2nd May 2010 - Dance the Night Away to John McNicholl

 

FEENY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION LTD.

Making the CD..... We are now starting the process of recording the songs for the CD. All those who were chosen to sing lead vocals are ask to be at the Drop In on Tuesday night so we can schedule dates for recording. Please ensure you are well prepared and are able to complete a full rendition of your song choice. Any queries should to Leona on 77781876.

The Womens group started on Monday past with a good attendance and good fun was had by all. We would encourage more women to come along and enjoy the craic. Miriam Lockhart will be starting the Health Start programme on Monday 19th with the group and this is something we feel all women can benefit from . Come along and try it 7 – 8pm.

Children Activity Class continues on Wednesdays for Playschool children up to P4 at 3.30pm and P5 - P7 at 4.30pm. Each session is 1 hour long and costs £2.00 per child. Activities include Gymnastics,Athelitics, Ball Games, Team Games and Boxercise. New Members always welcome.

We are currently seeking volunteers for our Summer Scheme. If you are over 18 and willing to give some of your free time over the summer to supervise children in the hall or on day trips please contact Karen on 77781876.