This is the year of the Rosary and to respond to the Pope's recent letter and the inclusion of extra mysteries, the Legion of Mary have organised a special Mass and service on the Rosary on Tuesday, October 7th at 7.30 pm. It will be celebrated by Fr. Alan O'Sullivan OP from the Priory in Tallaght.
Remembrance of the Dead
Mass at 6 pm on Saturday 1st November
The Vigil Mass at 6 pm on Saturday, 1st November 2003, will
commemorate all those who have died, particularly all those who died
during the year and were buried from the Church of Saint John the
Evangelist.
Everybody is invited to attend. If you were bereaved during the
past year you will be welcome to light a candle and bring it in
procession to the Altar during the Mass. Please pass on the word to
your family, neighbours and friends.
Guided Scripture Prayer Retreat
From Sunday 19th to Friday 24th October your chance to
pray daily with a sacred passage and to meet with an experienced prayer
guide for half an hour each evening at a prearranged time from 7.30 pm
to 9 pm.
Enquiries to Father Jim O'Sullivan. Phone: 4944163.
Lectio Divina Oratory Ballinteer Church
Lectio Divina, Oratory Ballinteer Church restarts
Thursday 30th October until December 4th. The prayer each night will
be based on the Mysteries of Light - the 'new' mysteries of the Rosary
proposed by the Pope.
30th Anniversary of the Church
Monday 8th December at 7.30 pm
In December we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the opening of the
Church of St John the Evangelist, Ballinteer. It will be a great
occasion of joy and thanksgiving for the Eucharistic Presence among us.
On 8th December, the feast of the Immaculate Conception, Mass will
be celebrated by our area Bishop, Dr. Martin Drennan and the local
clergy. We all have an opportunity to join in the celebration of the
30 years.
This will be a Mass of Thanksgiving for all the graces we have
received. A Mass of Remembrance of all those baptised, who received
first penance and communion, those confirmed, married, anointed with
the sacrament of orders, all who offer continuous daily prayer in our
church, those anointed with the oil of the sick, and those buried.
Also a remembrance of all the sacrifices needed to build the church
and to maintain it over those 30 years. It will be a plea to continue
to maintain the faith received under its roof until death and to be a
witness to it in the Parish and in the home.
Parish Walking Groups
We meet in Kilmashogue Wood Car Park on Saturday
mornings at 9.30 and 11.00 am. We walk for approximately 1˝ hours -
all welcome, but a reasonable level of fitness is recommended.
If planning to go on the 9.30 am walk, please 'phone 01-4945397 (evenings)
to check availability.
All other enquiries to editor@ballinteer.dublindiocese.ie
Ballinteer Family History Society
Lecture Programme Sept. - Nov. 2003
Thursday 16th October. The Tragic Demise of Thomas Bewley -
(Blackrock - 1889) by James Scannell, Local Historian.
Thursday 20th November. Hardship and High Living (Irish Women's
Lives - 1803-1923): a) Workhouse Women; b) The Lace-Makers: an
illustrated presentation by Nellie O'Cleirigh, author and lecturer.
All lectures are presented at 8pm at the Conference Room,
St. John the Evangelist Church, Ballinteer Avenue.
For further details re: journal or programme, please contact Christopher Ryan, tel: 2988082 or e-mail: ryanct@eircom.net
Spiritual Guidance
Father Jim O'Sullivan is available for spiritual
guidance, pastoral counselling and Guided Retreats in daily living -
long or short. Phone: 4944163.
Orlagh Retreat Centre
Orlagh Retreat Centre, Old Court Road, Dublin 16. Tel: 01-4931163.
Fax: 01-4930987. Mobile: 087 7989273.
e-mail: byrneosa@indigo.ie
Dec. 13th 10am-4.30pm Euro 25
Orla Team Members.
Dec. 14th 10am-5pm Euro 30
Kieran O'Mahony OSA.
Danger of Skateboarding
There is a real danger to parishioners coming and
going to the church, caused by skate-boarding in the immediate vicinity
of the church.
To avoid a repeat of some of the recent unsavory incidents the gardai
will be asked to help with the situation.
Seeking Help from Sacred Scripture
Whoever goes to the Lord for safety, whoever remains
under the protection of the Almighty, can say to Him, "You are my
defender and protector. You are my God, in you I trust" Psalm 91 1 : 2.
Calling to mind Psalm 91 can really make a difference when we are
faced with fearful situations or feel threatened or anxious or are
acutely aware of our limitations. If we turn our thoughts to God at
these times or in these situations we have the best possible help and
we will be amazed at how our reactions will change. Perhaps we will be
able to listen instead of immediately going on the defensive and maybe
regretting later how we handled the particular situation.
If we 'go to the Lord for safety' then we can confidently expect
that our trust in the Lord will grow stronger and we will then experience
peace of mind we never thought possible. This does not mean that we
won't have challenges in our lives on a daily basis but it does mean
that we no longer feel alone and that real hope is only a thought away.
Ring Found
On 7th June 2003, a ring was found in the Church of
St. John's the Evangelist.
Enquiries to: 2963439 with details.
Night Vigil in Knock 7th December 2003
Bus leaves Ballinteer Church on Sunday 7th at 5.30 pm.
Dinner in Longford on the way, and breakfast on the way home.
Bus back in Dublin 10 am on Monday 8th December. Total cost: Euro34.
Names and deposits to: Mrs Joan Redmond, 28 The Crescent, Woodpark.
Ph: 2951372.
Please book early.
Ballinteer Parish Cell Community
Home Cell meetings (alternate Wednesdays) have resumed
after the summer break.
Please keep our ongoing out-reach efforts in your prayers -
especially our visit to Buttevent, Co. Cork which is happening shortly.
Also, please note our contact 'phone number has changed - all enquiries welcome on 01 4953182.
New Statue of St. Pio
A full sized statue of St. Pio has been acquired for
the church and will be installed shortly.
Donations may be given to Fr. Battelle for the cost of the statue.
Alpha Course
Mary Lynch of 46 Ballinteer Park is running two alpha
courses in her home starting on Thursday 9th October at 8 pm, and
Friday 10th October at 10.30 am.
For further information Tel: 2988811.
Rainbows, Ballinteer
Rainbows Ballinteer recently received its annual state
grant, and will be starting its next programme in Our Lady's School
shortly. Rainbows is a programme for children whose families are
experiencing change through death or separation.
All children from the parish are welcome. Phone: 2951871 or 2988326.
Baptisms, Deaths & Marriages Section
Baptisms
September 2003
Welcome to our Christian Community
Aaron Patrick Coyne Maher
Caroline Ann Curtin
Hugh John Grant
Liam Patrick Smith
Zackary Patrick John Crean
Ronan Dara O'Connor
Andre Michael Aherne
Japer Joseph Pio Ryan
Kyle John O'Neill Byrne
Eric Thomas Grenham Nolan
Craig Neil Mackay
Niamh Mary Morris
Oisín James Grady
Mark Andrew Donovan
Ciarán Francis Corcoran
Alexander John O'Neill Boyle
Adam Matthew Kevin Fitzpatrick
Emma Louise Dardis
Matthew Sean Keogh
Ryan Stephen Cleary
Luke Thomas Patrick Kelly
Cara Mary Peppard
Adam Eddie Jarleth O'Carroll
Amy Elizabeth Matthews
Andrew James Dardis
Charles Mulvaney
DEATHS
May - September 2003
Sincerest sympathy to the families, relatives and friends of
Sincerest sympathy to the families, relatives and friends of
Stephen Blake, Kingston
Paddy McNulty, Grangefield
Hanna Casey, The Rise, Woodpark
Angel Kavanagh, Ballinteer Hall
Brian Walsh, The Avenue, Woodpark
Marie Fitzgerald, Broadford Close
Jim Cullen, Broadford Rise
Noel McGlade, Ballinteer Avenue
Joe Kelly, Pine Valley Park
Joan O'Neill, Ballinteer Avenue
Emily Bradley, St Anne's Court
Nadia Nicholls, Broadford Avenue
Margaret Teeling, Ballinteer Park
Ann Timon, The Green, Woodpark
Tom McGettrick, Heather Drive
Mary Quirke, The Lawn, Woodpark
May they and all who sleep in Christ find in His presence light, happiness and peace. Amen.
MARRIAGES
May - August 2003
Congratulations to
Gregory Curass, Old Court Lodge and Carol Dunne, Woodstorm Abbey
Peter Byrne, The Glade, Woodpark and Sandra Connor, Athlone
Sharon Murphy, Pine Valley Avenue and Colin Brennan, Greenfield Park
Ciaran Mullen, Mountain View Park and Lorna Mulville, Willbrook Green
Anthony Murray, Sandyford and Audrey Lahiff, Ballinteer Drive
Shane McArdle, Sandyford and Emily McDonnell, The Cresent, Woodpark
David Woods, Pine Valley Avenue and Arlene O'Brien, Ballinteer Drive
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