Parish Website: www.drumlease-killargue.com Fr. Anthony Pagan ~ 071- 9164143 / Fr. John Sexton ~ 071- 9164131. Dromahair ~ Killarsue ~ Newtownmanor Sundav It/ Januarv 2016~ The Baotism of the Lord Today we celebrate the Baptism of the Lord. Jesus is anointed with the power of the Holy Spirit and proclaimed Messiah, He now goes about doing good, working the signs and miracles that make him known as the servant of the Lord. He is one who brings the Good News to the poor and tells of Salvation. Through Baptism, each Christian shares in the Life of Christ and the Father looks on us with favour too. CHURCH NOTICES. [A] Altar Servers for Dromahair Sunday 10th January ~ Group 3; Melissa rooney, Anna Quinn, Shane Conlon & Alan Kavanagh. Sunday 17th January ^ Group 4: Niall Sweeney, Meabh Sweeney, Kelly Gallagher & Helen Sweeney. Sunday 24th Jnauary ~ Group 5: Jake Bartlett, Lochlann Jordan, Cliona Jordan & emma Hopper. Sunday 31st January ~ Group 6: Shauna Clinton, Imogen Jordan, & ella Foley. Parents please note ~If your childis unable to serve at Mass on any of the assigned datesf please arrange a replacememt [B] Sincere thanks to the people of all three parish areas ~ those who helped out in so many ways, cared for our churches, contributed financially, took up collections, those in the altar society, gave contributions for flowers, did beautiful floral arrangements, took part in the Liturgy, served mass, sang in the choir, provided musical accompaniments, soloists and instrumentalists for your generosity and support throughout the year. A special word of thanks to our sacristans for all their help and support during the year. It is very much appreciated! [C] Enrolment for courses in St Michael's Family Life Centre, Church Hill, Sligo is now on going and will continue while places are available. Check website www.stmichaelsfamilylife.com for full details of all courses and services. Brochures now available and can be e mailed at stmichaelsfamilylife@etrcom.net Contact 071 9170329 for further details of counseling services and support groups, [DjThe Ceremony of the opening of Holy Door to mark the Year of Mercy in the Manorhamilton Deanery will take place this Sunday 10th January at 3 p.m. in St Clare's. Manorhamilton. It will be followed by Mass. You are invited to attend these ceremonies to mark the beginning of the Year of Mercy [E] Meeting of Parish Pastoral Council will take place on Tues 12th Jan 2016 at 8 p.m. in The Depot [F] Medjugorje Irish Centre Pilgrimage, Airport Transfers, 7 nights, B&B €267 Ring for flight info 01 4434510 [G] We remember: Mary Kate Gaffhey, Kilfery, Ballintogher, whose funeral took place during the week. May she rest inpeace. ST PATRICK'S CHURCH. DROMAHAIR. l.Mass: Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 9.30am: Friday 8.00pm; Sunday Mass at 11.15am. 2. Pray Eugene McDermott, Drumlease, Anniv Mass Sunday 10th January at 11.15am. The People of the Parish, Mass Monday 11th Jan at 9,30am. The Intentions of the Donor, Mass Tuesday 12th Jan at 9.30am. John Harte, Kilcoosey, Margaret, Patrick & Michael Harte, Mass Wednesday 13th Jan at 9.30am. Mary Hannon, Shriff, Anniv Mass Friday 15* Jan at 8.00pm. Mary Loughlin, Drumlease, Anniv Mass Sunday 17th Jan at 11.15am. Mav they rest in peace. 3. Liturgy for January Readers: Paul & Mary Brodie Collectors Padraig Watters & Kevin McGoldrick. Altar Society: Rosaleen Maguire & Joey Kelly. CHURCH OF MARY, MOTHER OF GOD, NEWTOWNMANOR. 1. Mass: Thursday S.OOpm; Sunday Mass ~ 10.00am. 2. Pray for: . John Fowley, CornaJaughta, Leekaun, Anniv Mass Sunday 10th January at 10.00am. Kathleen Loughlin, Pullboy, Months Memory Mass Thursday 14th Jan at S.OOpm. Mary p. Reynolds, late of Carrickfad & Sligo, Months Memory Mass Sunday 17th Jan at 10.00am. May they rest in peace! 3. Liturgy for January: Reader: Kevin Comiskey. Collectors: Jim Banks Altar Society: Ann Longworth & Gabrielle Fowley ST. BRIGID'S CHURCH, KILLARGUE. l.Mass: Tuesday 7.00pm; Wednesday 7.00pm; Friday 7.00pm; Saturday ~ Vigil Mass at 7.00pm. 2. Pray for. James & Catherine Harkin, sons Paddy & Seamus Harkin, Annagh, Mary Harkin & John Patrick Gallagher, Mass Saturday 9th January at 7.00pm Katie, Owen, Sean, Sr Kate ,R.S.M. and Paul Corrigan, Kinawley Mass Sat 16th Jan at 7 p.m. Mav they rest in peace 3. Eucharistic Adoration: Continues in Killaroue Church every Tuesday evening from 7.00prn.and there will be mass this Tuesday followed by adoration until 8 p.m. 4. Liturgy for January Reaiders: Josie Feeney. Collectors: Brian Dolan & Tommy Gallagher. Altar Society: Marian Feeney i Community Notices. 1- Bingo: Every Monday night at 9.00pm in The Blue Devon. All lines €30 except gamesi 5 &10 which are €50. Ail houses €100 and last game €200. Your support is much appreciated. i 2. Killargue'Lives and Times' 2016 Calendar now on sale. Available in Reynolds, Centra Dromahair, Bredins Manorhamilton, or from any member of Killargue Development Association. Price €10. A memorable Christmas gift. 3. The Carers Association are providing QQI (FETAC) Level 5 Pallative Care Module in Ballinamore, Co. Leitrim on January 21st 2016. Contact 057 9370221 for more details. 4 irish Natura and Hill Farmers Association Public Meeting in Grange Hall at 8.30 p.m. on Mon 11th Jan 2016. Further information Mary Rooney at 083 1056373 5. Padre Pio Novena on Tuesdays in Killargue Church from 7-8 p.m. Everyone welcome to come along and join in the prayers 6. Dromahair Operation Transformation 2016 Dromahair Ladies and Mens club hosting Dromahair vs Operation Transformation. It starts today, Sun 10th Jan at 1 p.m. with a National Walk (open to all), followed by a six week programme. Registration for 6 week programme takes place on Sun 10th before walk at 12.30 p.m. see Facebook pages for more details. 7. Dromahair Development Association: Meeting will take place on Wed 13th Jan 2016 at 8.30 p.m. in The Depot. 8. Do you want to learn more about the possibility of training in Overseas Development and Mission? Viatores Christ! will hold an Information and Recruitment session on Sat 16* Jan 2016 at 12.00 noon at VC HQ, 8 New Cabra road, Dublin 7 Tel 01 8689986 or www.viatoreschrlstl.com. 9. Notices for inclusion in the Parish Newsletter should be handed in to the Parochial House by 8.00pm on Wedenesdays. 10. DARC AGM takes place on Sun Jan 17th at 6 p.m. in the Depot, Dromahair. Please come along to voice your opinion. Sincere thanks to all who contributed to the Sunday Offertory Collections and the Dues during 2015. Offertory Collection ~ day-to-day upkeep of each church, repair & refurbishment of parish buildings, churches and the running expenses of the relevant parish area during the year. The Offertory Collection also makes a major contribution in topping up the shortfall in the Diocesan Services Collection from the parish. Dues ~ support and upkeep of priests in parish and Diocese. Please make Dues cheques payable to Priests' Revenue fund. AH other cheques should be made payable to the relevant church. Clothing Collection Facility There is a Clothing Collection Facility/Container inside the Depot Gate. If you have any old clothes for disposal, why not bring them there. Your contribution will go towards much needed funds for Drumlease N.S. Your support in filling this container is much appreciated.