Fifth Sunday of Easter
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 4TH/5TH MAY
The Vigil Mass will be in Ovens Church on Saturday next 4th May at 7pm.
Farran: 9.30am.
Ovens: 11.30am.
WEEKDAY MASSES
Ovens:
9.30am: Mon Weds & Fri (1st Friday)
Confessions before 9.30am Mass.
Farran:
9.30am: Tuesday & Thursday.
Usual First Friday visits to the sick & housebound on Friday next, 3rd May.
ANNIVERSARIES NEXT WEEKEND 4TH/5TH MAY
Ovens:
7pm: Pat & Eddie O’Loughlin, Ballineadig.
11.30am: Monica Healy, Kilcrea (1st Anniversary).
Farran:
9.30am: Noel McCarthy, Farran.
May they Rest in Peace.
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION PREPARATION FOR PARENTS
There will be two short preparation meetings for First Holy Communion Parents this week with our Parish Catechists. It will be for just one hour.
Scoil na nUamhanna Ovens:
This Monday, 29th April in the Parish Centre at 7.30pm.
Scoil Mhuire, Farran:
This Wednesday, 1st May in Farran Hall at 7.30pm.
Reflection given by Eilís Casey & Lorraine Buckley of Cork & Ross Mission & Ministry Office at Ovens/Farran Ministry Thanksgiving Mass on 18th April in Ovens Church.
Part 1:
Jesus imparts to us a timeless truth in Mark’s Gospel: “whoever would be great among you must be your servant, and whoever would be first among you must be slave of all” (Mk 10:43-44). These words resonate deeply with our understanding of service, a cornerstone of our faith. As we gather today, we unite in gratitude for the diverse tapestry of individuals who selflessly dedicate themselves to serving our parish community.
From the quiet acts of kindness to the visible expressions of love, each act of service embodies the essence of Christ’s teachings. Inspired by His example, we come together to honour and acknowledge the collective effort of all who contribute to the vibrancy and vitality of our parish life. Let us journey together in reflection and prayer, guided by the spirit of service that binds us as one Body in Christ.
We come together as a community to reflect on the beauty of service and the interconnectedness it fosters within our parish.
Let us take a moment to quiet our hearts and minds, inviting the presence of the Holy Spirit among us.
Part 2 next week.
THE MONTH OF MAY
May is the month devoted to Our Blessed Lady.
In his 1965 encyclical, Mense Maio, Pope Paul VI identified the month of May as an opportune time to incorporate special prayers for peace into traditional May devotions.
Family Devotions:
One particular practice characteristic of May devotions is the May Altar, whether in a church or as a ”House Altar” in the home. The family can pray to Our Lady around this altar, consisting of a table, picture or statue of Our Lady, candles and decorated with May flowers.
The hymn mostly associated with Our Lady and sung very often during May is “Queen of the May”.
“O Mary we crown thee with blossoms today, Queen of the Angels & Queen of the May. O Mary we crown thee with blossoms today, Queen of the Angels & Queen of the May”.
ROSARY AT THE GROTTOS FOR MAY
Farran: 7.30pm each Wednesday, commencing on this Wednesday 1st May.
Ovens: 7.30pm each Friday, commencing this Friday 3rd May.
ALL IRELAND ROSARY RALLY
Knock Shrine, Saturday 1st June
Buses to Knock for the Rally:
Bus leaving from St. Senan’s Church Cloghroe at 7am.
Bus leaving From Turner’s Cross at 7am. (this bus will be primarily for young adults and students).
Contact Margaret @ 087 9008235 or Jim @ 087 2446534.
PARISH VACANCY
A vacancy will arise shortly in Ovens Church for separate part time posts of:
1. Sacristan
2. Secretary
For further details applicants to apply in writing to the Parish Office on or before 7th May.
‘COME & SEE’
Is God Calling you to be a Diocesan Priest?
This Sunday, 28th April, Mardyke House, Cork (T12 W8RP)
Time: 2pm to 5pm.
To Register:
Email: vocations@corkandross.org
LIFE IN THE SPIRIT
Ballincollig Parish will host a ‘Life in the Spirit’ seminar across six Friday evenings, beginning Friday May 10th.
Each evening begins at 8pm & includes prayer, music & talks & concludes with refreshments.
Venue: Church of Christ Our Light, Ballincollig.
Fridays May, 10th, 17th & 24th & June, 7th, 14th & 21st. No need to register. Email Fr. Ronan @ fr.ronan2022@gmail.com.
FARRAN HALL AGM
This Tues, 30th April at 8pm in Farran Hall.
It is hoped that the people of Farran will attend this year’s AGM in large numbers & that more people will take an active role in the running of the Hall. A lot has been achieved in the past few years, the hall is being used 6/7 days a week.
It is your facility, come and join us and enjoy the community spirit.
Farran Darkness into Light Charity Walk/Run
We assemble at Farran Hall at 4.15am on 11th May.
We walk towards Upper Farran and veer off around Aglish to finish back at Farran Hall.
You can register now for the walk at: www.darknessintolight.ie
Please select location “Cork” and the “Farran” walk.
Adult: €26. Child (6to17): €5.
Please support this community event.
All proceeds go to Pieta House.
ÁR DTEANGA FHÉIN
Lig Liomsa is Ligfidh Mé Leatsa
Don’t bother me and I won’t bother you. To each his/her own.
Bain Triail As: Lig isteach mé. Let me in.
TRÓCAIRE
All remaining Trócaire boxes to be returned at your earliest convenience please.
Sincere thanks to all who supported this year’s Lenten Campaign.