Saturday 3rd July
Vigil Mass 7.30 pm Maureen and Joe O'Toole
Nicholas Conneely.
Sunday 4th July
9.30 am Mary Carroll
11 am Delia Delaney
12.15pm Kathleen and Edward Diviney
6.30 pm Free intention
Monday 5th July 10 am Fr. Tony Hoade
Tuesday 6th July 10am For all the Sick
Wednesday 7th July 10 am Elizabeth (Lily) Cronly
Thursday 8th July 10 am Liam McKnight
3 pm Gerard Mongan (Celebrated by Fr. Devlin from Phibsboro)
Friday 9th July 10 am Seamus Ward
Saturday 10th July 11 am Jean Devlin (Months Mind Mass)
Vigil Mass 7.30 pm George and Maura King
Margaret and Anthony Lynch
Sunday 11th July 9.30 am Free intention
11 am Noel Daly and Patrick and Mary O'Flaherty
and John and Martin Joe O'Flaherty
12.15 pm 1. Deceased members of Coen and Barrett family
and Barbara Boyle and 2. Gerard Garvey
6.30 pm Free intention.
The Pope’s Intentions for July.
General: That in every nation of the world the election of those who govern may be carried out with justice, transparency and honesty, respecting the free decisions of citizens.
Mission: That Christians may strive to offer everywhere, but especially in great urban centres, an effective contribution to the promotion of education, justice, solidarity and peace.
Drop-in Centre for Survivors of Clerical and Religious Abuse.
Millstone House, Room 7, Westside Resource Centre, Galway.
Open: Monday, Wednesday and Friday
9.30 am - 4.30 pm
Phone: 091 528325 ext. 136
Galway for Life.
Life: A gift that needs to be cherished and protected.
Galway For Life is a local pro-life group, working to protect life at all it's stages. We need your help. Please visit our website:
http://www.galwayforlife.ie/
email us at galwayforlife@eircom.net or call us on 086 8546934
Pick a Peak from Arthritis Ireland.
Here at Arthritis Ireland, we’re bored to tears of all the negativity around these days. Shed the recession blues this July by getting your hike on for this year’s Pick a Peak hill-walking challenge. This exhilarating event is designed for people of all ages and fitness levels, from novice hill-walkers to intrepid explorers. Simply pick the peak that suits your ability and a P
By conquering your peak, you will join the hundreds of other Irish people who have helped to raise much needed funds for young people living with arthritis.
What is Pick a Peak?
A hill-walking walking event that will have people on top of peaks all over Ireland in support of young people with arthritis.
This unique challenge is designed for people of all ages and fitness abilities – simply pick the peak from :
http://www.arthritisireland.ie/
that will best for you, your family and your friends and climb it on Saturday 24th of July 2010.
Vocations News.
You’ll always get Vocations Links on the menu bar to the side of this page.
A. Our sister diocese, Archdiocese of Tuam.
It is now ten years since the previous campaign ‘Towards the Goal’ was launched by the Archdiocese of Tuam in 2000. This evening’s launch will include the promotion of posters, leaflets, prayer cards and a new website so as to encourage vocations throughout the Archdiocese.
As part of this vocations initiative, Archbishop Neary, in a brief video recording in Irish and English, reflects on the reality of his own vocation and encourages others to give positive consideration when they hear God’s calling to the priesthood. Archbishop Neary’s video is now available on a new website:
http://www.onelifeonecalloneresponse.com/
which is now officially launched and is dedicated to promoting and hosting information on vocations in the Archdiocese of Tuam. Archbishop Neary’s video is also available on:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZmK9igD-2U
The Vocations Committee of the Archdiocese of Tuam will promote this new vocations initiative and literature at the annual vocations promotion on Reek Sunday, which takes place this year in four weeks time on 25 July 2010.
B. Our Diocese, Galway, Kilmacduagh and Kilfenora.
The Diocesan Vocations Team exists to promote awareness of the vocation of priesthood and the Diocesan Vocations Director assists individuals in their discernment.
Vocations Director, Reverend Diarmuid Hogan, Chaplain, NUI Galway.
Telephone
091-495055
diarmuid.hogan@nuigalway.ie
Vocations Team
Very Reverend Seán Canon Manning (Chair)
Most Reverend Martin Drennan
Reverend Thomas Brady
Reverend Alan Burke
Reverend Conor Cunningham
Ms Marie Dempsey
Mr Ciaran Doyle
Saints of the Week, St. Oliver Plunkett.
St Oliver Plunkett (1625-81) martyred at Tyburn, London
Saint Oliver Plunkett was the last person to be martyred for the Catholic faith in England. Patrick Duffy traces his life and his spiritual journey to martyrdom.
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His uncle Patrick
Oliver was born into an aristocratic Norman family at Loughcrew, Oldcastle, Co Meath. The first great formative influence on him was his uncle Patrick, a Cistercian monk, who was Abbot of St Mary's in Dublin and then became bishop of Ardagh at first and later still of Meath. Oliver was sent to his uncle for his education and he always spoke of him with great respect and affection.
Career in Rome
In 1646 along with John Brennan from Kilkenny (a life-long friend and later archbishop of Cashel) Oliver accompanied Father Peter Scarampi - who had been sent by the Pope as an envoy to the Confederation of Kilkenny - on his journey back to Rome. Due to delays and robbery, it proved a difficult journey that took almost a year. Oliver grew to love Rome and by the time he was ordained priest in 1654, the Cromwellian conquest of Ireland was well under way. Since it would have been difficult for him to return in those circumstances, he requested and was granted permission to remain in Rome. He became professor of theology at Propaganda Fide College (1657) and was also the agent or representative of the Irish bishops in Rome. When in 1669 he was appointed archbishop of Armagh, his uncle Patrick Plunkett was the only active Catholic bishop remaining in Ireland.
Strenuous pastoral efforts
Oliver's return was difficult. The people had faith but lacked instruction and organisation. The priests of Armagh diocese resented the imposition on them of an "outsider" from Meath. In the absence of bishops, the priests had lost their discipline, and there were rivalries among religious and between them and the secular clergy. There were divisions among Catholics - between native Irish and Anglo-Irish, and his flamboyant and touchy colleague archbishop of Dublin, Peter Talbot, contested Oliver’s precedence and the primacy of Armagh over Dublin.
In the first three years Oliver worked diligently to restore discipline. He established a school staffed by Jesuits in Drogheda for the education of young men and clergy. He pleaded for places in Rome for others, and travelled widely - often in disguise - confirming and instructing the people and promoting peace.
Choice to stay with his flock
But in 1673 the revelation that the Duke of York, the King's brother and heir to the throne, had been a Catholic for years caused a storm in parliament and forced the tightening of the penal laws against Catholics in England and Ireland. This led to the closing down of the school at Drogheda. By law Oliver should have registered with the authorities and waited for a ship to deport him, but he took a decision not to desert his flock and went into hiding. He weathered this crisis and continued his pastoral work as best he could, continually keeping in touch with Rome through letters to the Internuncio in Brussels.
The so-called “Popish Plot”
But in 1678 an ex-Jesuit student Titus Oates fabricated his infamous "plot": according to this the King (Charles) was to be murdered and his Catholic brother James was to be put on the throne; in Ireland a Catholic army supported by the Pope and France was alleged to be ready to rise in rebellion. Oliver again had to go into hiding. In December 1679 he was arrested and imprisoned in Dublin Castle - in the next cell to Archbishop Peter Talbot of Dublin who had also been implicated in the plot. Talbot was quite ill and distressed and Plunkett forced his way in to him to console him and give him absolution before he died.
Gradual realisation
Only gradually did he realise that he was being framed as the prime mover of the Irish branch of the Popish plot and charged falsely with conspiring with other kingdoms to import troops through Irish ports. Brought to Dundalk for trial, the prosecution witnesses failed to attend: no jury in Ireland could have convicted him on such trumped-up charges. He was taken to London for trial, but was not allowed time to bring his own witnesses and documents. Here, with four renegade priests testifying against him, he was convicted.
His last week
In the process of facing these false allegations and then death by being hanged, drawn and quartered, Oliver prayed and fasted. His servant and friend James McKenna and a fellow prisoner Fr Maurus Corker were the companions of his last days and he celebrated the Eucharist daily for the last week of his life. When his moment came, he was calm and at peace.
At peace
In his speech from the gallows at Tyburn, he detailed the charges brought against him and declared himself innocent of them all. He forgave those who brought him from Ireland to London for trial, his judges who did not allow him time to bring his records and witnesses from Ireland, and all who concurred directly and indirectly in taking away his life. Finally, he asked forgiveness .
The church in Renmore in our diocese dedicated to St. Oliver has a shrine with his relic.
St. Peter’s Church in Drogheda in Co. Louth has a shrine with the head of St. Oliver. The shrine is most elaborate and contains the preserved head of the saint. Another showcase displays his shoulder blade and other bones as relics. Also on exhibit is the cell door of Newgate prison in which he spent his last days.
Most of his body is in Downside Abbey in Bath.
This is because St. Oliver entrusted his body to the care of a Benedictine monk of the English Benedictine Congregation.
Two great Retreat houses in Dublin, lots of events.
Visit their websites to find out more:
A. Manresa Retreat House.
http://www.manresa-sj.org/
B. Emmaus Retreat and Conference Centre.
http://www.emmauscentre.ie/multi/default.asp?itemId=193
Irish Dancing Summer Camp.....It’s Showtime!
Watch children grow in confidence over two weeks as they brush up on dancing skills, learn fun new routines and design and create their own set for a grand finale show. Date: 12th July-23rd of July. Venue: St. John the Apostle N.S. Knocknacarra. Time: 10.00 a.m. - 2.00 p.m. daily (Monday-Friday) Cost: €80 per week. Contact Mark or Claire on 085-1601601 to register details.
Early booking essential as places are limited.
YOUTH NEWS.
A. 2010 Knock Youth Festival Report.
The annual Summer Festival for young adults at Our Lady’s Shrine in Knock
took place last weekend. It was officially opened on Friday evening by
Bishop Christopher Jones and it was very well attended over the three days.
Groups representing nearly every diocese on the island were in attendance,
including a large youth group from the Filipino chaplaincy and another from
St Louis House Belfast.
Accommodation was provided on-site; many of the young adults stayed in the
Festival dormitory marquees which were equipped with air mattresses to make
things comfortable. Others stayed locally. All the meals and catering in the
food tent were very well organised and there was plenty for everyone!
The talks were held in the Main Event Marquee near the Shrine Museum and
they were very well received. There was a standing ovation for the main
speaker Sr Helen Prejean (of ‘Dead Man Walking’ fame) from the United States
whose key message was: Dignity is not just for the innocent but also for the
guilty. To follow Christ is to be a person of compassion.
Other speakers included Dr. Andrew O'Connell, John Waters, Helena Connolly,
Fr Conall Ó Cuinn S.J., Brian McKee, Fr John Harris O.P., Frank McGuinness,
Edel Roddy, Debbie Moore, Br Shawn O'Connor CFR, Joe McKeown and Patrick
Reynolds.
Contemporary praise and worship music accompanied most of the events in the
Main Marquee. The music was provided by ‘Elation Ministries,'
a catholic worship band comprised of young musicians and singers from
Connaught. Psalm Drummers, hip-hop dancers and U.K. mime artist Steve Murray
ensured that there was plenty to entertain and inspire all weekend. The
lighting effects and sound in the Main Marquee was very impressive, worthy
of any national festival.
One of the highpoints of the Festival was the Service of Healing and
Reconciliation. On Saturday evening the Chapel of Reconciliation was totally
lit up with candles and a vigil of adoration and reconciliation was held,
followed by a candle lit procession to St.
Joseph's Chapel, where there was Eucharistic Adoration throughout the
weekend. The Chapel of Reconciliation was full to capacity and it was truly
a powerful night of prayer and healing. A large number of priests were
hearing confessions until the procession took place at 11 p.m.
There was plenty going on each of the days, including workshops and talks on
various topics from scripture and ‘faith in action’ to relationships and
art. There was also time for all to chill out, have a break and enjoy the
fine weather.
Archbishop Michael Neary presided at the concelebrated Closing Mass.
His message was one of encouragement; he praised all those in attendance for
making the choice to grow deeper in their faith. He also expressed his
gratitude for the great work of Helen Toner and the Youth Ministry Team,
Msgr Joseph Quinn, Fr Richard Gibbons and the staff and volunteers at Knock
Shrine.
Galway Diocese was well represented by some young adults from the City, West
Clare, and parishes in between. Bishop Drennan and some of the priests and
religious from the diocese attended at various stages of the weekend. As
ever, there were many young adults who did not make it to Knock. Please let
them know in good time about next year and if they are interested in
learning more about the Festival point them to the website -
www.knock-shrine.ie/youthfestival/.
They will find information, photos and
videos there.
Declan Lohan, Oranmore,
Fr Barry Horan, Galway City.
For further information on upcoming events for young adults and some
websites of interest see -
http://www.google.com/profiles/bhgalway
B. Clonmacnois.
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Visit:
http://www.youth2000.ie/
National Fatima Conference.
Following our successful invitation to RTE Nationwide to cover a half hour story of the Pope's visit to Fatima (See RTE Nationwide Program: 12th May 2010), we wish you to inform your Diocese about the National Fatima Conference, which will take place in UCC, Cork City on 30th October 2010.
Solvita Kivlina
The Call to Fatima
32 Manor Street
Dublin 7
Tel + 353-1-8690039
Fax + 353-1-8690336
Email: info@eurofinancegroup.ie
Web:
http://www.thecalltofatima.com/
Blog:
www.thecalltofatima.wordpress.com
Garden Festival.
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Visit:
http://www.galwaygardenfestival.com/
Life Skills at Croí na Gaillimhe.
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Latin Mass (according to the Missal of Blessed John the Twenty Third).
Sunday, 18 July, 3 pm, Garrison Chapel, Dún Uí Mhaoilíosa, Renmore, Galway.
Celebrant: Rev Father Wulfran Lebocq, ICRSS
More Information:
John Heneghan, Latin Mass Society of Ireland: 086-8530810
http://www.latinmassireland.org/
Kids Corner, July 4th, with Cian and Bella.
Luke 10:1-12, 17-20 • Go Tell Everyone!
Bella: Hi there!
Cian: Hi Bella!
Bella: What’s the Gospel about today Cian?
Cian: It’s about Jesus telling his followers to go and tell everyone that the Kingdom of God is here, to preach the Good news and to bring God’s love to all.
Bella: Maybe it was different in those times, but it is pretty tough having to be loving and caring all the time Cian. Cian: I know that Bella, being a good person and trying to do the right thing at all times is never that easy but if you try you are leading by example and that is all that Jesus has asked of us.
Bella: That’s true Cian, well I sure don’t want my little sis to see me acting silly or the cousins to watch me argue with my brother and sister!! I reckon if we constantly remind ourselves that Jesus is with us all the time helping us and supporting us. Cian: Yes Bella, remember the Holy Spirit has given you all those free gifts to use, you know!!
How can you ‘go tell everyone’ today?
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