This document is a parish newsletter providing information about Mass times and intentions, sacraments, prayer groups, and community events in Carraroe, Ireland for the weeks of Easter Sunday and April 20-25, 2014. It includes schedules for Masses, readers, collectors, and intentions. It also provides notices about tax reclaim forms, baptisms, prayer opportunities, and upcoming social and cultural events in the community.

1. ne The Sick and Housebound: Mass is on 107FM.
Just tune your radio before Mass. Please let the
housebound know about this service in your area.
ROSARY for the Month of April…Martin Scanlon.
Month Of May… Carmel Moran
Readers Eucharistic Ministries
ALTARSOCIETY
20th April
Kitty Doyle
Kathleen Henry
27th
April
Mary Duffy
Catherine
Hanley
Majella Mc
Donnell
19th
April
Vigil Mass
Easter
Sunday
20th
April
26th
April
27th
April
7:30pm
9:30am
11:30am
7:30pm
9:30am
11:30am
!st Jimmy Hughes
2ndCarole Kearney
5th Imelda Henry
Epistle
Paddy Galvin
Mary Mc Goldrick
Lisa Jordan
Joe Casey
Verona Ryan
Maura Mc
Moreland
Teresa Kelly & Kitty Doyle
Easter Sunday
Gerry Price
Catherine Lynch & Brid
Blake
Leo & Maura Marren
Vincent Dunbar
Pauline Jordan & Mary
Murphy
Collectors
Easter Vigil
Gregory Kelly
T O Callaghan
S Duffy
J Mc Hale
Easter Sunday
F Hargadon
S Duffy
J Mc Hale
Gregory Kelly
T O Callaghan
F Hargadon
S Duffy
J Mc Hale
Church Bookstand
Agony in the Garden – Mediation on Jesus in the Garden
Blessed Sacrament – Understand Adoration
God’s Way of Salvation – The Bibles Response
Tobernalt Holy Well Prayer Book – Easter Prayers and Reflections
Tobernalt Holy Well History Book – The story of the Holy Well
Money for books/ Cards etc should be left in the money box at the Bookstand
21st
– 25th
April – No Morning Mass
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Mass Times: Saturday 7:30pm Sunday 9:30am & 11:30am
Holidays 10:00am & 8:00pm
Priest: Fr Jim Murray, Email: carraroe@holywellsligo.com
Phone: 071-9162136 Mobile: 087-8198466
Websites: www.carraroechurchsligo.com www.holywellsligo.com
Reflection – Easter Resurrection: We are so accustomed to
hearing of Jesus risen from the dead that we could say, “Oh yea…we
know all about it” and miss the grace of this holy season of Easter.
But think about it, Jesus rose from the dead! Death is not the end. It is only the door
to beyond. Let us not allow the resurrection of Jesus to have to fight for room in our
lives; let Jesus’ death and resurrection be the center of our lives. We had been waiting
for this moment for thousands of years. The Old Testament shows us that history was
working out God’s plan but the highpoint in God’s plan for us was the resurrection.
Easter is the greatest celebration of the Church. Jesus’ resurrection reminds us that
there is life beyond the grave. Jesus’ resurrection reminds us that there is more to
each of us than meets the eye, that we have an immortal soul. Although our body will
return to dust, our soul will live forever with God. What is the purpose of life? What is
your goal in life? Where is your heart in life? Life has only one ultimate goal, to
prepare for the next life, and if you are not preparing for your own resurrection you
are like a train that has become derailed. What happens to a train that gets derailed?
It goes nowhere. Can you take your house to heaven with you? Then why make such a
fuss about your house? Can you take your car to heaven with you? Well then, why
become so engrossed in your car? Can you take your bank account to heaven with
you? Use your money for the spread of the Gospel. Why are you so busy that you have
no time to pray to God every day? It is God you want to meet in the next life, isn’t it? I
cannot understand anyone who says they believe in God but do not pray every day. It

2. is a contradiction to say that you believe in God but do not pray. We have a wonderful
future ahead of us. We will be resurrected like Jesus.
21st
– 25th
April – No Morning Mass
Please Note: Our Newsletter covers the next two week. Please check
Mass times in the Church. Easter Holy Water is available after all
Masses. Please take some home.
Sincere Thanks
A very happy Easter to all our parishioners. Sincere thanks to all who have
attended and helped with our Easter ceremonies. A special thanks you to our
Sacristans, Altar Society, Parish Readers, Eucharistic Ministers, Altar Servers,
Collectors and Counters. Both our Parish Choir and Folk Choir have spend many
hours preparing for the Easter Ceremonies which is very evident from the wonderful
selection of Hymns and music. Thank you for your time and energy.
Tax Reclaim Forms – Return Your Form
We are still receiving tax return forms for 2013. If you have received a form,
please return it to us or forms are available at the back and side door. All
PAYE workers who have given at least €250 to the church in 2013 can complete a form.
Thank you for your help and support.
Enrich Your Faith
Day of Prayer takes place in Knock on 31st
May from 10:00am – 5:00pm. The day will
be lead by Fr. Kilian Byrne, Foyers of Charity. Information from
www.foyerofcharity.ie or 087-1198594
Baptism
Congratulation to Jonathan and Rebecca Lynch, Greenfort on the
Baptism of Aoife Lilly. Every blessing in the future.
Community Centre
Social Dancing – Learning and Skilled – Mondays 9:15pm and Thursdays 8:00pm
Thump Boxing – Wednesdays 8:00pm and Fridays 10:00am
Weight Watching – Thursdays 9:00am and 7:00pm Call to the centre for more
information at the times indicated if you are interested in joining any of the groups.
For information on booking the hall, please contact the Parish Centre at 071-9162136.
Tobernalt Holy Well – Easter Week
The death and resurrection of Jesus invites us to ponder and reflect at the
Holy Well. This week may be a time to bring friends and spend time in
prayer at this historic location. Please remember the Holy Well History
and Heritage Book and Prayer Book are available at the Church Bookstand.
Sligo County Fleadh – 2014 : Takes place in Riverstown on June
Bank holiday W /end. Competitions in Music, Singing , Dancing ,Story,
Comhra & Groups. Closings date for Fleadh entries is Monday 14th
April ’14. Fleadh entry forms available on Fred Finn Website at
fredfinn.ie or from music tutors & (071) 91 64250. Any C.C.E.
outstanding membership for 2014 to Branch treasurer before end
March’14
Oxfam Sligo.
Volunteers Needed. To join our team please drop into 17 Grattan St,
Sligo for an application form or call us on 071 9138913 for more
information. Full training will be given.
Divine Mercy Novena
Sunday 27th. April 2014: 2.30pm., procession with image and relic of
St. John Paul II from Holy Cross Friary to the Cathedral, followed at
3.00pm, by Divine Mercy holy hour in the Cathedral.
All welcome to this special celebration.
Mercy College Sligo
Easter Craft Fair in Mercy College Gym on Easter Sunday and Easter
Monday. All Welcome
Mass Times & Intentions
Sat 8:00pm Sean & Maureen McGauran (Annis)
Sun 9:30am Brian & Kathleen Hynes & Jean & Patrick Jordon (Annis)
Sun 11:30am Patrick McDaniel (Anni)
Sun 3:00pm Divine Mercy Novena
- The Divine Mercy Novena continues each day at 3:00pm.
- Novena booklet available at the Church Bookstand.
Mon/Fri No Morning Mass
Sat – 26th
– 4th
May
Sat 7:30pm Edward & Aignus Loftus (Annis)
Sun 9:30am Patrick & Bridget Mulvaney (Annis)
Sun 11:30am Angela Henry (Anni)
Mon/Tue No Morning Mass
Wed 10:00am Nancy Casey (Anni)
Thur 10:00am John & Annie Donoghue (Annis)
Fri 6:00-7:00pm Adoration for May in honour of Our Lady

3. Fri 7:00pm