Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
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 10TH/11TH FEBRUARY
The Vigil Mass will be in Farran Church on Saturday next 10th February at 7pm.
Ovens: Sunday: 11.30am.
Farran: 9.30am.
WEEKDAY MASSES
Ovens:
9.30am: Mon, Weds & Fri.
Farran:
9.30am: Tuesday & Thursday.
ANNIVERSARIES 10TH/11TH FEBRUARY
Ovens:
11.30am:
Farran:
7pm: Ann Dawson, Ballincollig.
9.30am: David Gleeson, Ballineadig.
May they Rest in Peace.
SECOND COLLECTION
The Annual Collection for the Lourdes Invalid Fund will be taken up at all Masses next weekend, 10th/11th February.
LENT 2024
Ash Wednesday, 14th February, Wednesday week.
Lent is very early this year. As we know it is a time of Prayer and Reflection and begins with the blessing and distribution of ashes.
At the weekend Mass on 16th/17th February, Fr. Lawrence Gallagher, a Redemptorist Priest will speak on journeying through Lent, in a positive way and towards Holy Week.
We welcome him to join with us in that preparation.
SPRING GATHERING FOR THE FEAST OF OUR LADY OF LOURDES
Family of Parishes Ovens/Farran, Ballincollig & Ballinora
On Thursday next, 8th February we celebrate World Day of the Sick in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Farran.
Time: 7.30pm to 8.15pm.
Songs of Praise, Scripture Readings, Benediction, Sacrament of the Sick & Rosary.
Choirs from Ballincollig, Ovens, Farran Folk Group & Ballinora will attend.
Refreshments afterwards in Farran Hall.
All Welcome.
If you are unable to attend, join us online:
www.churchservices.tv/farran
Farran Church Eircode: P31KF38
PRAYER TO ST. BRIGID
Feast Day on Thursday last, 1st February
Brigid, you were a woman of peace.
You brought harmony where there was conflict.
You brought hope to the downcast.
May the mantle of your peace cover those who are troubled and anxious, and may peace be firmly rooted in our hearts and in our world.
Inspire us to act justly and to reverence all God has made.
Brigid, you were a voice for the wounded and the weary.
Strengthen what is weak within us.
Calm us into quietness that heals and listens.
May we grow each day into greater wholeness in mind, body and spirit.
Amen.
CONNECT 4
Connect 4, a diocesan event for young people (18to 35 years) is taking place in UCC on Sunday, 18th February.
The dynamic Catholic American presenter, Monsignor James Shea, will be the keynote speaker.
Mass, Adoration & the opportunity for Confession. Lunch is part of the day.
Fee: €10. More information: corkandross.org. Register: eventbrite.ie
FREE ONLINE REFLECTION & MEDITATION
Join us for 40 minutes to find healing and hope through the Sunday Gospel.
We will do this through input, music, guided prayer etc., to help nourish the soul for the week ahead.
Sunday evenings 6.45pm. Online via Zoom (4th, 11th 18th February).
Presented by Martina & Ruah Team: www.ruahrest.com/
Further enquiries & bookings to : info@ruahrest.com
FUNDRAISING CONCERT
Ballinhassig Parish presents The Celtic Tenors on Friday next 9th February at 8pm in Mary Mother of God Church, Ballygarvan.
Tickets: €30 are available from the Parish Office 021 4885062, 086 3183645 & 086 8137203.
https://ballinhassigparish.eventbrite.com.
Tickets may also be bought at Cottrells Gala Ballinhassig or Daybreak Ballygarvan.
All proceeds will go to reducing the Parish Debt.
ÁR DTEANGA FÉIN
An Té a Bhuaileann Mo Mhadra, Buailfidh Sé Mé Féin
He who attacks my dog will be attacking me. Man’s best friend was considered a valued part of the household, so to offend or beat the dog was to offend it’s owner equally.
Bain Triail As:
Buailfidh mé leat anocht. I’ll meet you tonight.
MEDJUGORJE IRISH CENTRE PILGRIMAGES APRIL TO OCTOBER 2024
7 Nights Apartment B&B from €273 per person sharing. Airport transfer available on request.
Contact us for details and book the dates that suit you.
Tel: 01 4434510 or website: www.med-irishcentre.com
Email: reservations@med-irishcentre.com
PLAY IN FARRAN HALL
Date & Time: Saturday 17th February @ 8pm.
In association with Farran Hall, the Ahakeera Drama Group will perform the play “God Rest his Soul”. The plot involves poor old Ned is dead and Mick and Jim are ready for the reading of the will, but there’s a few surprises in store.
Tickets at the door: €10.
YOUTH 2000 ST. VALENTINE’S BALL
The Annual Fundraising Ball takes place in Cork on Saturday next, 10th February. The event is open to anyone over 18.
Tickets: €68 and can be purchased on Eventbrite. The evening will commence with the Celebration of Holy Mass by Bishop Fintan Gavin at 4pm in St. Patrick’s Church, Rochestown, followed by the ball in the nearby Rochestown Park Hotel.
See www.youth2000.ie for more information.
Preparation for Marriage Courses
Grásta Preparation for Marriage Courses consist of a residential weekend course.
Courses available: 26-28 April & 20-22 September 2024.
Details: www.grasta.org or at info@grasta.org
We appreciate your support.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL
If you need help you may contact the local conference at 087 0695560. All matters dealt with confidentially.