First Sunday of Lent
PARISH PHONE NOS.
Fr. Liam O h-Icí: House: 4871180
Emergency No.: 087 0956190
Parish Centre / Sacristy: 4289768
Ring for bookings : Baptisms & Marriages etc.
WEEKEND MASSES 24TH/25TH FEBRUARY
The Vigil Mass will be in Farran Church on Saturday next 24th February at 7pm.
Ovens: Sunday: 11.30am.
Farran: 9.30am.
WEEKDAY MASSES
Ovens:
9.30am: Mon, Weds & Fri.
Farran:
9.30am: Tuesday & Thursday.
ANNIVERSARIES 24TH/25TH FEBRUARY
Ovens:
11.30am: Martin Power, Ballincollig (15th Anniversary).
Farran:
7pm: Dan & Mary O’Leary, Aglish. Remember also their daughter Mary.
9.30am: Nora Cronin, Innishannon. (1st Anniversary).
May they Rest in Peace.
WEEKEND PREPARATION FOR LENT
This weekend we welcome Fr. Laurence Gallagher, Redemptorist Priest, who will speak at each Mass.
Fr. Laurence was with us last year for a Lenten Triduum and for a full Parish Mission a few years ago.
This weekend’s theme will be “Journeying through Lent to Holy Week in a Positive Way”.
We welcome him.
WEEKLY REFLECTION FROM SCRIPTURE
Appreciate Good in Others
It takes more than one colour to make a rainbow. When you learn to appreciate the difference in people, you will find it all contributes to the whole picture.
For Further Reflection
Philippians 2:2-3.
REFLECTION, THE NIGHT
You cover us with darkness, Lord, to afford us rest,
To renew our energies, to prepare for a new day.
Our little life is rounded with a sleep.
We pray for all those whose duties oblige them to turn night into day.
Who must work while the rest of us sleep.
We pray for those who cannot find rest, but toss and turn,
Those who worry a great deal, having active minds in tired bodies.
We pray for those who keep vigil through the night hours; proclaiming you Lord of the day and the night, with their presence.
Lift up your hands to the Holy Place and bless the Lord through the watches of the night.
Reflection from Psalm 134.
CONFIRMATION 2024
On Tuesday week, 27th February, Very Rev. Fr. Tom Hayes, Vicar General of the Cork & Ross Diocese, will administer the Sacrament of Confirmation to the young people of Scoil na hUamhanna, Ovens.
We welcome him on this very special occasion. Please remember the young people in your Prayer.
TRÓCAIRE’S LENTEN CAMPAIGN 2024
The Diocese of Cork & Ross, together with Trócaire, will host an evening to reflect on Trócaire’s Lenten Campaign for 2024. This event will take place in the S.M.A. Parish Centre, Wilton, Cork on this Weds 21st February commencing at 7.30pm.
This year’s campaign will explore the issues of water, justice & climate change. The evening will also have a moment of prayer and reflection. Salome Mumba from Trócaire’s Malawi Office will address the gathering and share Trócaire’s work in the region. Bishop Fintan will share some of his experiences following his trip to Malawi in November & looks forward to meeting as many people as possible at this event.
RSVP: corkcentre@trocaire.org.
All welcome.
Trócaire boxes available in the porches of both Churches.
MASS OFFERTORY COLLECTIONS & EXPENSES
Sincere thanks to all parishioners for their generous donations, in the now various forms using Easypay Online, Direct Debits and, of course, Cash, Annual cheques & Envelope Systems, as well as envelopes returned from neighbouring Churches.
It is normal practice at this time of year to inform parishioners of the donations & church expenses.
Thanks to all who contribute to the upkeep of the Parish.
Income 2023: €86,977.00
Expenses 2023: €83,332.98.
The breakdown of the expenses appeared in last week’s newsletter, 11th February & can still be viewed on the Ovens Parish Website-Newsletter.
MATT TALBOT NOVENA
The Mass and Novena Prayers in honour of Matt Talbot will begin on this Monday, 19th February at 7.30pm in the Way of the Cross Church, Togher and will continue each Monday in Lent.
In the Novena individuals and families who are suffering because of addiction will be prayed for & also those who are dealing with crosses or challenges of any kind.
The Novena can be viewed online at www.churchservices.tv/togher
Meeting and AGM of the Cork Regional Pioneer Council on this Weds, 21st Feb. at 8pm in Wilton Parish Centre.
STATIONS OF THE CROSS FOR LENT
Farran: Saturday next, 24th February after 7pm Mass.
Ovens: Saturday 2nd March after 7pm Mass.
PARISH ASSEMBLY MEETING
The February meeting of the Ovens/Farran Parish Assembly on this Monday, 19th February at 8pm in the Parish Centre.
BAPTISM PREPARATION MEETING
The Baptism Preparation Meeting for the children being Baptised in March will be held in the Parish Centre on Saturday next, 24th February at 11am.
TRAD NIGHT
Venue: Hickey’s Bar, Aherla.
Date & Time: This Wednesday, 21st February, starting at 9pm sharp.
Music, Singing & Story Telling.
All welcome.
CIORCAL CAINTE
Monthly meeting will be held in the Éire Óg Pavilion on this Tuesday, 20th February at 8pm. Fáilte romhaibh go léir.
ÁR DTEANGA FHÉIN
Tá Siad Fite Fuaite Tríd a Chéile
They are totally intermingled. Literally, they are woven (fite) and sewn (fuaite) into each other.
AN EVENING CONCERT IN HONOUR OF FRANK CASEY
Venue: Éire Óg Pavilion.
Date & Time: This Friday, 23rd February at 8pm.
Liam O’Connor, Natural Gas, Galleon & Bog the Donkey.
Proceeds to Marymount & Cuan Mhuire.
Cost: €20.
Tickets available from:
www.eireogcork.ie & Éire Óg GAA