Carraroe Church Sligo

1. Summer 2020
This Summer will be very different for many people. For those who go abroad
on holiday it may be a time to stay at home, for some a time to look at the new
and changed world we are nowliving in and for others an opportunity to visit
some part ofour own land. Obviously the last fewmonths have brought
change into all our lives. We are nowfamiliar with social distancing and
queues. We knowthe pressure ofshopping and not browsing. We are
becoming familiar with face masks and a desire to meet our larger family once
again. This Summer will be different, but let us hope we are moving into a
better space and a newworld of hope.
Church Books and Leaflets
During these days let us spend some time in prayer and reflection. Booksand
leaflets are available at our Church Bookstand and at the main entrance to the
Church on Saturday and Sunday.
Also, Copiesofthe Sunday Readings and Mass Programme for the Weekend
are available in the Church porch on Saturday and Sunday.
Carraroe National School
Our School is nowclosed for Summer Holidays. Work on newbuildings will
begin at the School on 13th
July. Please remember that the School grounds are
private and in the interest ofsafety not open to visitors.
Prayers at Home
In these extraordinary times when we cannot gather for Mass, we would
encourage you to download and print out this prayer booklet for use at
home. Perhaps consider printing off some copies to pass on to people who
may not have internet access. While you can pray this at any time, a good
time to do so would be at the time Mass is normally celebrated in your local
parish. https://www.elphindiocese.ie/prayers-at-home-when-gathering-for-
mass-is-not-possible/
 Nobody watches you more than the people who can’t stand you
 Today a man knocked on my door and asked for a donation for the
local swimming pool. I gave him a glass ofwater!
 A clear conscience is usually the sign ofa bad memory
 I told my wife she should embrace her mistakes,then she hugged me!
ST JOHNS CHURCH
CARRAROE
PARISH NEWSLETTER
Priest: Fr Jim Murray
Email: carraroe@holywellsligo.com
Phone: 071-9162136
Mobile: 087-8198466
Websites: www.carraroechurchsligo.com
www.holywellsligo.com
Radio: 107 FM and churchtv.ie/ carraroe
Church Opening
Our plan was to open the Church on the weekend of4/5th
July but due to
ongoing works at the Church this is not possible. As a result ofthe slating on
the Church roof some repairs and repainting have to take place on the inside
of the Church. We hope that this will be done in the coming week.
When the repairs are finished we will open. Weekend Mass times for nowwill
remain unchanged for the present that is 7.30pm on Saturday evening and
9.30am and 11.30am on Sunday. Seats will be closed offwith set areas for
seating in line with current social distancing. The Community Centre will also
be open with video and audio link. All Eucharistic Minsters have been
contacted and we will draw up a list for Parish Readers. Altar Servers will be
suspended for the present. Sunday Collection baskets will be available at the
back and side door as no collection will be taken up during Mass.As space is
now limited Retired people in our Parish might consider attending a morning
Mass in our Parish as Sunday obligation is suspended. Volunteers will be
needed to steward the entrance and showpeople to the seats and some people
will be needed for sanitation after each Mass. Modern and easy to use
equipment is nowavailable for sanitation. Entrance to the Church will be by
the back door only and exit via the side door. Obviously the opening ofthe
Church will be set out in the interest ofyour safety and the safety offellow
parishioners. Your co-operation when you visit will be needed and
appreciated. We are all on a learning curve. Let us support one another.
Help Opening our Church
Help is needed in opening our church. We are looking for more support in the
area of hospitality which will involve showing people to their seats and
sanitation of the Church. Contact Fr. Jim at the Presbytery. Those who have
volunteered will be contacted soon.

2. Church RoofRepairs
The repairs ofthe Church roofare continuing at the moment and should be
complete before the end ofJune depending on weather. Some necessary
repairs to the inside ofthe roofwill also take place as a result ofremoving the
slates. During the work the Church and Church grounds are closed. The
church via the main entrance will be open on Saturday and after the 11.30am
Mass on Sunday for visitors to the Church.
Booking Church Masses
All Massesbooked at this time are remember in our Private Masses during the
week and are announced at the 11.30am Sunday Mass on churchtv.ie/carraroe
and on our Parish radio at 107 FM. Please contact the Parish Office to book
any Mass for a loved one or for any other intentions. MassCards/ Bouquets
from the Holy Well can be got at the Presbytery.
Lough Derg Online
During the month ofJune, Lough Derg is offering opportunities to have an
experience ofretreat and pilgrimage from wherever you are. Online Retreat
Days continue on 13 and 18 June. From 27th
– 29th June
people can do the
Three Day Pilgrimage from afar, along with the Prior and team. To register
for this historic event and for full details ofwhat is happening during June go
to www.loughderg.live Tel. 071 9861518 or Email info@loughderg.org
COVID-19 Support Line for Older People
ALONE national support line supports older people who have concerns or are
facing difficulties relating to the outbreak ofCOVID-19 (Coronavirus).
Professional staffare available to answer queries and give advice and
reassurance where necessary. The support line is open seven days a week,8am
- 8pm, by calling 0818 222 024.
Newsletter
Please share a copy ofour Newsletter with the housebound and those who do
not have accessto Social Media. It will help them to keep in contact with our
Parish.
Tobernalt Holy Well
The Holy Well is looking well at this time ofyear and is open to all
visitors throughout day light hours. Here the various shrines and
places ofreflection are availabe for prayer and reflection.
Suporting our Church
Parish envelopesor loose change contribution can be dropped into the
Presbytery. Letter box is available at the bottom ofthe front door or beside
the Parish Office at the side ofthe Presbytery. Also a box is available in the
Church on Saturday and Sunday. Thank you for your support in these
difficult times.
Parish Envelopes – 21st
June €600.00
If you would like to help with the roofrepairs, please drop your contribution
into the Presbytery. Your support is appreciated.
Parish Standing Order
Over the years some Parishioners have set up standing orders to our Church,
payable weekly or monthly. If you would like to do the same our bank details
are as follows: Account: St. John’s Church, Carraroe: Account Number:
12185497 BIC: ULSB IE 2D IBAN: IE86 ULSB 9862 6012 1854 97
Forms are nowavailabe at the back ofthe Church and can be collected on
Saturdya or Sunday.
Faithful Servants
Sincere thanks to the members ofthe Folk Choir and Altar Society who are
helping in our Church over this period.
Church Communications During the Coronavirus
Please turn into our Sunday Mass at 11.30am on churchtv.ie/Carraroe and
press play, or visit our web site www.carraroechurchsligo.com Also our Parish
radio has been upgraded and is available on 107FM. Please let parishioners
knowabout this service in your area. Also, our Parish Newsletter is
reproduced on a regular basis and available on our Parish Web site and
Carraroe Church Sligo Face Book. Also, we publish Parish information on
our network throughout the week.
Fool the Devil
Three men are traveling on a ship, when they are accosted by the Devil. The
Devil proposes that ifeach man drops something into the sea and he cannot
find it, he will be that man's slave.Ifthe Devil doesfind it, however, he will eat
that man up. The first man drops a pure, clear diamond, and immediately gets
eaten. The second drops an expensive watch, trying to impress the Devil,and
gets eaten. The third man fills a bottle with water and pours it into the sea
yelling, "You think I'm a fool? Try finding that!"