We Sympathise with the families of Phyllis Jones and James Kavanagh who passed away this week. May they rest in peace.

Ash Wednesday this year falls on 6th March. It is a day of fasting and abstinence. Masses with distribution of Ashes at 9am and 7pm on Wednesday 6th February.

Family Mass Children’s Liturgy Group will start again for the Lenten season on Sunday 10th March at the 11.30am family mass. All children and their parents are welcome to this child-friendly service in the day chapel. New volunteers also required – if you are interested please come along or leave name and contact number into the Parish Office.

Do This in Memory Programme:  co-ordinating group preparation meeting on Wednesday 6th March @ 8pm in the Church. Next Mass on Sunday 17th March @ 11.30am.

First Confessions: We remember the children of Rush National School who are making their First Confession on Tuesday 5th March at 7pm in the Church. May God Bless the children as they receive the gift of his loving forgiveness.

Novena of Grace: The Annual Novena of Grace in honour of St. Francis Xavier begins this week on March 4th and concludes March 12th. The Novena Prayer will be prayed at all Masses in Rush over these nine days.

Confirmation: The Julian Prayer Group will meet with the pupils from five Confirmation classes – from the three Primary Schools in the Parish – over the next five weeks to lead them in a Day of Reflection. This week^. the pupils from Rush National School R3 will be here on Tuesday 5th  March. Please keep the children in your prayers.

Planned Giving for Sunday 24th February amounted to €1,060. Thank you for your generous support to the Parish.

Uganda Appeal: At mass this weekend students from St. Joseph’s Secondary School who are travelling to Uganda on the 5th of June as part of an Immersion Project with Aidlink Ireland will speak at mass, outlining details of the project they are involved in and updating us on the work that was undertaken with their support since 2016. Any support or encouragement for this project would be greatly appreciated. You can speak to some of the students and teachers involved before or at the end of mass.

Funerals in St. Maur’s: Each Tuesday from 26th February to 26th March inclusive, Confirmation Retreats will take place in the Church, beginning at 9.45am. These dates involve much planning as they synchronise the timetables of our 3 primary schools, retreat team, coach hire, and Parish. On those dates we ask that families be aware that the church will not be available for any other events, including funerals. We ask for your understanding in arranging funerals on either Mondays or Wednesdays during this time.  Thank you in advance for your co-operation.

St. Patrick’s Day Concert, St. Patrick’s Church Skerries Tourism, supported by Fingal County Council, is hosting a concert on St Patrick’s Day which features internationally renowned musicians, an interpretive talk on St Patrick and a fireworks display. This is sure to be a fun family event and it will follow on from the traditional St Patrick’s day parade in Skerries which commences at 3pm. Entry is free and everyone is welcome. The concert will conclude with a fireworks display on the beach at South Strand, Skerries, at approximately 7pm.

Acknowledgement: Michael Monks and family would like to thank all those who sympathized with them in the loss of Kathleen. Thank you to all who called to the house, attended Mass and the graveyard. A special word of thanks to Fr Kevin, Fr Clinton, and Fr Joe from the Deaf Village, also Edwina and Fitzgerald’s Funeral home.Frankie Berry and Rush Folk Group who helped celebrate Kathleen’s life in such a lovely way. A huge thanks also to Jason and Nicola from Haven’s Pharmacy, Dr.Murray and the Nurses and Palliative Care Team in Beaumont Hospital. There are so many people who made this tough time a little easier, the whole Community and Parish, our neighbours and all Kathleen’s friends. Thank You all, Mass has been offered for all your intentions.

Confirmation: The Julian Prayer Group will meet with the pupils from five Confirmation classes – from the three Primary Schools in the Parish – over the next five weeks to lead them in a Day of Reflection. We start on Tuesday February 26th and end on Tuesday 26th March^. We begin with the pupils from Rush National School. Please keep the children in your prayers.

Funerals in St. Maur’s: Each Tuesday from 26th February to 26th March inclusive, Confirmation Retreats will take place in the Church, beginning at 9.45am. These dates involve much planning as they synchronise the timetables of our 3 primary schools, retreat team, coach hire, and Parish. On those dates, we ask that families be aware that the church will not be available for any other events, including funerals. We ask for your understanding in arranging funerals on either Mondays or Wednesdays during this time.  Thank you in advance for your co-operation.

Planned Giving for Sunday 17th February amounted to €1,025.  Thank you for your generosity.

Acknowledgement: The family of the late William (Billy) Ryan, Loughshinny, would like to express their sincere gratitude to all those who sympathised with them in their recent bereavement. To all those who attended the funeral home and funeral mass, who sent mass cards and helped in many ways. To the doctors of Seaholm surgery in Skerries and the staff at the Bon Secours Hospital in Glasnevin. They will be forever grateful for the kindness and care shown to Billy. Thank you to Lannon’s Funeral Directors for their support. To Father Kevin for his words of comfort. The Church committee and the Lourdes committee. To St. Maur’s Pipe band for their guard of honour and the powerful send-off they gave to Billy. To St. Maur’s Church Choir for fondly singing Billy’s beloved hymns. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: Every Monday from 9.30am – 12noon, Thursday from 7 am – 10 pm, Friday from 9.30am – 12noon.

A schedule of Readers for the weekend Masses from the 16/17 February to 06/07 April’19 has now been placed on the Parish Notice Board for all concerned.

St Joseph’s Secondary School
There will an Open Evening in St Joseph’s Secondary School on Wednesday 27th February at 7.30pm. The purpose of this meeting is to present to and update everyone on our new school Campaign “Rush Stands Up”. You will hear and see the fantastic things our students are currently doing and hear about what the future holds for us. Everyone is welcome whether you have a student in the school or not. We are looking forward to meeting you on the night.

The Archdiocese of Dublin has launched an online survey, as part of the work of the Sacraments Review Group set up by the Archbishop. The brief of the Review Group is to consult widely and deeply and to make recommendations on we prepare for and celebrate the Sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation, First Communion and Confirmation in the future. The hope is that as many as possible will reply to the questions and make their views part of the process.  The survey is open to all. It can be accessed on the Diocesan Website, homepage, under ‘Latest News’, where there are also a video message and a letter from Archbishop Diarmuid Martin. Or click on this link
CLICK TO TAKE SURVEY

The survey can also be accessed via the Diocesan Facebook and Twitter

Loughshinny and Rush Historical Society are proud to present a talk/presentation entitled “The Famine and Cholera Outbreak in the Fingal Area” by Rob GoodBody on Thursday 28^th February at 8pm in the Strand Bar, Rush. All are Welcome.<

An Emergency Collection in aid of Trocaire’s work in East Africa will take place in our Parish this weekend 22nd- 23rd July. Nearly 25 million people in Somalia, Kenya, South Sudan and Ethiopia are currently in need of food and water due to drought. Trocaire is reaching over 150,000 people across the region with emergency food, water and sanitation. Needs are enormous – please support our appeal and help us reach more people with life-saving aid.

With Sympathy

We sympathise with the families of George Rogan and Calum Grimes who passed away this week. May they rest in peace.

Garda Vetting:

Please be aware that garda vetting forms are starting to be e-mailed to all volunteer’s. Please, check your e-mail. Thank you.

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: Every Thursday from 7a.m. to 10pm

Parish Office:

Opening Hours: 9a.m. – 11a.m. Mon – Fri. Office. Any Daily Mass Intentions left in please also include a phone number. Any Intentions for weekend Masses need to be left in the office by 12 p.m. on Thursday to be included in Altar list.

Planned Giving Envelope Collection:

Envelope Collection for Sunday July 16th amounted to €1085. Thank you for your generosity.

Schedule of Readers:  A new Schedule of Readers for the weekend Masses from 29/30 July’17 to 16/17 September’17 is now posted on the Parish Information Board.

  

St. Maur’s G.A.A:

The Annual Mass for the deceased members of the club will be held in Aras Naomh Maur on Thursday 3^rd August at 8 p.m.

Rush Senior Citizens:

Day outing to Johnstown Castle, Co Wexford on Tuesday 25th of July 2017. Leaving Rush at 9am from Millbank Theatre. Price €25 per person. Please contact Kathleen 087 6251019, Vera 087 6559521 or Jean 086 3331640.

Lough Derg 2017:

Our Three Day Pilgrimage runs on any day up to and including Sunday 13th August. Advance booking is not necessary. There are various travel options available countrywide. The Lough Derg team can help you to co-ordinate public transport or link up with Pilgrimage Organisers in your locality. Telephone Maureen or Lorraine on 071 9851518 (from NI 00353 71 9861518). Email: info@loughderg.org www.loughderg.org

Helping Young People to Grow in Faith:

Are you a parent, teacher, chaplain – are you interested in young people and their general faith development? If so, see www.shekinah.ie for details of Certificate and Diploma courses accredited by St. Patrick’s College, Maynooth. The aim of these courses is to bring the Gospel message to young people in a creative, fun and reflective way. They provide transferrable skills beneficial to parents, teachers and all who work with adolescents.

Marketing Officer:  

World Meeting of Families 2018 is looking to fill the position of Marketing Officer in their offices in Holy Cross Diocesan Centre, Clonliffe, Dublin 3.  Full details available at:www.dublindiocese.ie/jobvacancies/

We extend our deepest sympathy to the families Amy McElhinney and Maura Rogan. May they rest in peace.

Acknowledgements:

The family of Margaret Kernan (nee Cashell) would like to express their sincere gratitude to everyone who attended her funeral, as well as all those who sent mass cards, floral tributes and kind messages of condolences. The would also like to express their heartfelt thanks to all the carers who lovingly looked after her, both in her home and then in the Rush Nursing Home. Also a special thanks to Fr. Kevin for the wonderful funeral service.

The family of the late Peter McQuillan Snr (Swords Rd Malahide) would like to express our sincere thanks to everyone for their kind expressions of sympathy and support during our time of loss. Those who called to the house or attended the funeral, our thanks to all extended family friends and neighbours who helped and supported us in many different ways for which we are deeply appreciative. Also a special thanks to the carers, doctors and nurses who cared for our father as it would be impossible to thank everyone. A mass will be said for all as a token of our sincere appreciations.

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament every Thursday from 7a.m. to 10pm.
Confession Times at 6:30p.m. before Saturday evening Mass and on request.

Planned Giving Envelope Collection:

Envelope collection for Sunday January 15^th amounted to €2831. Thank you for your generosity.

Christmas Dues:

There are envelopes on the tables at the entrance of the church for those who would like to contribute. Thanks to those who have already contributed.

Two Lives, One Love:  

Leaflets available in the office for the Submission to the Citizens’ Assembly by the Irish Catholic Bishops’ Conference. 

Child Safeguarding: 

Any children using the toilet facilities must be accompanied by an adult (their guardian) in line with the Parish Child Safeguarding Policy.

Parish Shop:

All queries re: baptisms, weddings, etc. to go through the office. 
Opening Hours Mon- Fri 9a.m. – 11a.m. Any Daily Mass Intentions left in please also include phone number. Any Intentions for weekend Masses need to be left into the office by 12p.m. on Thursday to be included in Altar list. Thank you. Please note the Post Box is out of order at the moment.

Enrolment for the Parish Schools:

Enrolment for the 3 parish schools (Rush National School, St. Catherine’s National School and St. Brendan’s
National School) will take place from Monday 9^th January to Friday 27^th January 2017 inclusive. Pre-enrolment application forms will be available from the schools’ office between the hours of 09.30 and 14.30.

St. Maur’s GAA:

The St. Maur’s Ladies team and management would like to thank all the people of Rush who supported us during our recent All-Ireland campaign. The support was a huge factor in our success. We are very grateful for all the good wishes, prayers and congratulations. Thank you all.

Loughshinny & Rush Historical Society

The Loughshinny & Rush Historical Society presents Guinness Boats, Barges & Yachts – The Story of the Guinness Fleets by Dr Edward Bourke at the Strand Bar, Rush on Thurs 26th June at 8pm. All welcome.

Baptisms

We welcome We welcome Mylo Mark McGrath, Stephen Jake Creevey, Elizabeth Amber Vlasenko and Mae Rose Kathleen Lawlor.
 

Deaths

We extend our deepest sympathy to the families of Elizabeth Butler, Mary Stanley, Dolly Attley (Flynn), Margaret Kernan & Joe Weldon who all passed away recently. May they rest in peace.

Confession Times

Confession times are at 6:30p.m. before Saturday evening Mass and on request.
 

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will take place every Sunday of Advent from 2pm to 5pm. Also all day Thursday 7am to 10pm

Planned Giving Envelope Collection

Envelope collection for Sunday January 8th amounted to €1335. Thank you for your generosity.

Christmas Dues

There are envelopes on the tables at the entrance of the church for those who would like to contribute. Thanks to those who have already contributed.
 
 
 

Parish Shop

All queries re: baptisms, weddings, etc. to go through the office.
New Opening Hours Mon- Fri 9am – 11am.
Any Daily Mass Intentions left in please also include phone number. Any Intentions for weekend Masses need to be left into the office by 12p.m. on Thursday to be included in Altar list. Thank you. Please note the Post Box is out of order at the moment.

Funeral Team

We intend to start training for a Parish Funeral Team shortly. Would you consider joining the team to discern if God is calling you to support bereaved families and the Parish Community on this sensitive journey? Please leave your name and contact details with the Parish Office by Sunday January 22nd 2017

Enrolment for the Parish Schools

Enrolment for the 3 parish schools (Rush National School, St. Catherine’s National School and St. Brendan’s National School) takes place from Monday 9th January to Friday 27th January 2017 inclusive. Pre-enrolment application forms will be available from the schools’ office between the hours of 09.30 and 14.30.

Child Safeguarding

 Any children using the toilet facilities must be accompanied by an adult (their guardian)

Balbriggan District Horticultural Society Events Spring 2017

Thur 19th January – Vegetable Growing by John Warren,
Thur 2nd February – AGM , everyone welcome
Thur 16th February – Composting and Autumn Vegetable by Dominica McKevitt
Thur 23rd March – Spring Garden by Christopher Heavey.
All talks are in the Scout’s Den Market Green Balbriggan beside Lidl at 8.30pm.

Loreto Secondary School Balbriggan – Food for Thought Event

The Loreto Secondary School Balbriggan – Food for Thought event takes place on Wed 18th January at 7.30pm. This is about A Parent’s Guide to Healthy Eating with health expert Professor Donal O’Shea, who with a panel of specialists discuss healthy eating for young people. This will be followed by cookery demonstration and lots of nutritious treats to sample! Tickets are €5. To book pls call 086 0438321, from the 9 th January. Tickets are also available from Loreto Balbriggan Parents’ Association.

Visit the Holy Land

Experience the Christmas Story in the land where it actually happened and take the trip of a lifetime to the Holy Land, June 12-22nd  2017.  The Group Leader will be Mícheál de Barra and Spiritual Director, Fr. John Newman (Bible Scholar).  Contact Mícheál at 086
8337681 or email culturaltoursireland@gmail.com
 
 
 
 

Rush Men’s Sheds

The first of a monthly series of Historical Talks on behalf of the Rush Men’s Shed will take place in the Youthreach Premises on Convent Lane from 2.30pm to 4pm on Friday 20th Jan, the 163rd Anniversary of the sinking of the Tayleur emigrant ship in January 1854…..Entry is free to all. To book a seat pls tel Kevin Thorp 086-7308020

Do This In Memory Programme

The next Mass will take place on Sunday 22nd January at 11.30am with the Preparation meeting on Tuesday 17th January at 8pm in the Church

Loughshinny and Rush Historical Society

A comprehensive WW2 Course will start at the end of January dealing with all aspects of the conflict from the origins of Nazism through the great events of the war to the defeat of the Axis powers through the Nuremburg trials to the founding of the United Nationals.  Optional trip to Krakow to visit Auswitch and the Jewish quarters. Meetings are held in the Black Raven Pub on Saturday mornings. Contact Sean on 087 9549700 for further details.

Thursday December 8th is a Holy Day of Obligation. Masses for the Feast Day are at 10am and 8pm
 
 
 

Saint Vincent De Paul

The SVP Annual Christmas Church collection takes place next weekend 10th and 11th of December

Baptisms

We welcome Jonathan Raul Lopez, Daniel Charles Traynor, Maya Rose Bissett and Maeve Jacqueline Butterly who were baptised last weekend.

Children’s Liturgy

Children’s Liturgy continues at 11.30a.m. Mass on Sundays. Children between ages of 5 and 12 approximately are welcome to come along and join us for as Child friendly version of the Readings and Gospel in use each week, helping to give you a better understanding of what It is all about. You come along to Mass as normal and sit with your Parents. The Priest will then invite you to join members of the team at the top of the Church. We then move into the Meeting room via the Sacristy and re-join the main Mass at the Offertory Procession.

Do This In Memory Programme

Do This In Memory Programme next Mass will take place on Sunday December 11th at 11.30am. Preparation meeting will take place on Tuesday, December 6th in the Church.

Confirmation

Congratulations to the 6th class pupils for Confirmation and their parents, as they make their Commitment Service this weekend. May God bless all their preparations for their big day

Parish Shop

Opening Hours – Tue/Wed/Thur 9am – 1am.
Shop closed Mon and Fri

We now have a full range of Christmas items in stock including Christmas Candles, Christmas Story Bible, Nativity sets, Advent Calendars, Nativity ornaments and much more. Come in and have a browse.

Any Daily Mass Intentions left in please also include a phone number. Any Intentions for weekend Masses need to be left into the office or post box (please note the Post Box is now repaired and in operation again) by 12p.m. on Thursday to be included in Altar list. Thank you. Parish Radio is now repaired and working again.

Planned Giving Envelope Collection

The Envelope collection for Sunday 27th November amounted to €1100. Thank you for your generosity.

Deaths

We extend our deepest sympathy to the families of William Greene and Paddy Mcloughlin who passed away this week. May they rest in peace

Funeral Team

We intend to start training for a Parish Funeral Team in January. Would you consider joining the team to discern if God is calling you to support bereaved families and the Parish Community on this sensitive journey? Please leave your name and contact details with the Parish Office.

Invitation from Jesus

Come adore the Lord in silent prayer all day Thursday from 7am – 10pm.
 

Confession Times

Confession times are at 6:30p.m. before Saturday evening Mass and on request.
 

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will take place every Sunday of Advent from 2pm to 5pm. Also all day Thursday 7am to 10pm

Christmas List of Remembrance:

Names of the Faithful Departed will be written in a special book which will be placed near the altar for all Masses from Saturday, Dec 24th to Wednesday, Dec 28th.

All names of deceased loved ones will be remembered at these Masses. Names can be left in the parish office or church letter box only. No names will be announced at masses during this period.

Christmas Carol Service

This year’s Christmas Carol Service will take place on Wed. 14th Dec. @ 7.30p.m. During the Service parishioners have the option to bring a gift (non-perishable) for St. Vincent De Paul. If you are bringing a toy please label if it is for a boy or girl with the age please

Advent

The preparations for Christmas can be hectic. Don’t let it get you down. Remember that we are getting ready to celebrate the birth of Immanuel, “God with us”. Let’s make space for the Prince of Peace and for the next three Saturday mornings between 10am and 12pm come to Rogerstown House and bring some peace and joy into your preparations. Phone Yvonne 0868312840 for details.

Pro Life Media Training Workshop:

Pro Life Media Training Workshop run by experienced trainers will take place on Tuesday 6th December in Brackenstown Church meeting room at 7pm. Organised by Family and Life. All Welcome.

Rush Senior Citizens

Fundraiser: Christmas mini novelty bingo and Wheel of Fortune at Rush Sailing Club on Sunday 4th December at 3p.m. All welcome.

Christmas Dinner Party: will take place in Rush Sailing Club on Monday December 12th at 1p.m. If you would like to come No Charge. Just bring a gift of your choice. It will be donated to St Vincent De Paul Rush Branch. Let us know by Saturday December 10th. Ring Kathleen at 087 6251019, Vera at 087 6549521 or Jean at 086 3331640.

Opening Hours – Tue/Wed/Thur 9am – 1am.
Shop closed Mon and Fri

Closed this Wednesday 23rd and Thursday 24th of November for Training.

We now have a full range of Christmas items in stock including Christmas Candles, Christmas Story Bible, Nativity sets, Advent Calendars, Nativity ornaments and much more. Come in and have a browse.

Any Daily Mass Intentions left in please also include a phone number. Any Intentions for weekend Masses need to be left into the office or post box (please note the Post Box is now repaired and in operation again) by 12p.m. on Thursday to be included in Altar list.Thank you.

Planned Giving Envelope Collection

The Envelope collection for Sunday 13th November amounted to €1665. Thank you for your generosity.

Baptisms

We would like to welcome Ollie Anthony Kerrigan and Harry James Callan who were baptised recently.

Closing of the Holy Door

The Holy Door closes this weekend in our parish. It signifies the end of the “Year of Mercy.” During this year we have been invited by Pope Francis to open wider the door of mercy in our own hearts – firstly to receive Gods outpouring of mercy to us all and then to share this gift of mercy with each other.

Funeral Team

We intend to start training for a Parish Funeral Team in January. Would you consider joining the team to discern if God is calling you to support bereaved families and the Parish Community on this sensitive journey? Please leave your name and contact details with the Parish Office.

Sacred Heart Messenger

Gabriel Adams will be with us to promote the publication. She will be speaking at the masses this weekend.

Invitation from Jesus

Come adore the Lord in silent prayer all day Thursday from 7am – 10pm.
 

Confession Times

Confession times are at 6:30p.m. before Saturday evening Mass and on request.

Christmas List of Remembrance:

Names of the Faithful Departed will be written in a special book which will be placed near the altar for all Masses from Saturday, Dec 24th to Wednesday, Dec 28th. All names of deceased loved ones will be remembered at these Masses. Names can be left in the parish office or church letter box only. No names will be announced at masses during this period.

Christmas Carol Service

This year’s Christmas Carol Service will take place on Tuesday 14th December @ 7.30pm.

November Altar List of the Dead

Envelopes for the Altar List of the Dead are available at the doors of the Church from this weekend. Please put the names on a slip of paper and put in envelope. Thank you.

The Julian Group

Fr. Kevin will celebrate Mass with the pupils, who are preparing for Confirmation, from Rush
National School, St. Catherine’s N.S. and St. Brendan’s N.S. on Tuesday Nov. 22 nd at 100.00am. All welcome.
 
 
 

Loughshinny and Rush Historical Society

The Loughshinny and Rush Historical Society are proud to present a talk by Matt Comiskey about his grandfather Tom, who fought “The Boer War and the First World War” and also his uncle Patsy who fought “In the battle of the Somme.” Venue: The Strand Bar, Rush on Thursday 24th November 2016 at 8p.m.

World Missions Ireland

On behalf of The Society for the Propagation of the Faith thank you for your support on Mission Sunday. The Mission Sunday Collection amounted to €1,655. Thank you for your generosity in difficult times.

BT Young Scientist

Recently Laura Weldon, Emma Kleiser Byrne and Sophie Weldon have been accepted in the BT Young Scientist competition for 2017. They are transition year students of Loreto Secondary School Balbriggan and are residents of Rush. Their project is based on whether or not, consuming certain variety of potatoes as a staple food in our diet increases blood glucose levels and chance of high blood pressure and diabetes. They are looking for participants for this project,please leave your details in the office if you would like to take part.

Advent

Without Christ there would be no Christmas. In the readings for the last week of Advent Isaiah says: "The Lord himself will give you a sign. Look, the young woman is with child and shall bear a son, and shall name him Immanuel”. Immanuel literally means “God with us”. Come to “Rogerstown House” each Saturday of Advent from 10am until 12 noon and together let us celebrate the
expected coming of Immanuel.  Phone Yvonne 0868312840 for details.

Rush Community Council

The AGM of the Rush Community Council will be held at 8pm on Wednesday 30th November 2016 in Rush Community Centre. All Welcome. If you are interested in joining the committee please email manager@rushcoco.ie

Are you aged 5 to 12?

Children's Liturgy will resume at 11.30  Mass on Sunday 20th November. Children between
ages of 5 and 12 approximately are welcome to come along and join us for a Child-friendly version of the Readings and Gospel in use each week, helping to give you a better understanding of what It is all about.    You come along to Mass as normal and sit with your Parents. The Priest will then invite you to join members of the team at the top of the Church. We then move into the Meeting room via the Sacristy and re-join the main Mass at the Offertory Procession.
 
 
 
 

Opening Hours – Tue/Wed/Thur 9am – 1am
Shop closed Mon and Fri
Closed this Wednesday 16th November for Training.

We now have a full range of Christmas items in stock including Christmas Candles, Christmas Story Bible, Nativity sets, Advent Calendars, Nativity ornaments and much more. Come in and have a browse.

Any Daily Mass Intentions left in please also include ohone number. Any Intentions for weekend Masses need to be left into the office or post box (please note the Post Box is now repaired and in operation again) by 12p.m. on Thursday to be included in Altar list.Thank you.

Planned Giving Envelope Collection

The Envelope collection for Sunday 6th November amounted to €985. Thank you for your generosity.

Acknowledgement

Kitty and family of the late Jack McGuinness wish to convey our sincere thanks for the many expressions of sympathy, kindness, care and support shown on the sad loss of Jack. A special thank you to Fr. Des Doyle, Fr. Kevin Bartely, Robert, the Choir, Dr. Sarah Keane, Jason and staff of Haven Pharmacy, St. Francis Hospice, Fingal HomeCare, Fitzgerald’s Funeral Directors. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for your intentions.

Baptisms

We would like to welcome Bobby Trevor Kelly who was baptised recently.

Invitation from Jesus

Come adore the Lord in silent prayer all day Thursday from 7am – 10pm.
 

Confession Times

Confession times are at 6:30p.m. before Saturday evening Mass and on request.

Pro Life Campaign:

Volunteer needed to distribute leaflets. Please contact the office
 
 
 

Christmas Carol Service

This year’s Christmas Carol Service will take place on Tuesday 14th December @ 7.30pm.

November Altar List of the Dead

Envelopes for the Altar List of the Dead are available at the doors of the Church from this weekend. Please put the names on a slip of paper and put in envelope. Thank you.

The Julian Group

The Julian Group will discuss The Last Supper: ( Luke 22 verses 14–20 and verses 31-34) with the Confirmation pupils on Tuesday November 15th . Last week November 8th The Prodigal Son: A spirit of forgiveness ( Luke 15 verses 11-24) was discussed.
 
 
 

Do This in Memory Programme

Next Mass on Sunday 20th November at 11:30am. Preparation meeting on Tuesday 15th Nov at 8pm in the church.

Advent

The readings from Isaiah in the third week of Advent tell us that when Jesus comes; Everlasting joy shall be upon our heads; we shall obtain joy and gladness, and sorrow and sighing shall flee away”. Come to “Rogerstown House” each Saturday of Advent from 10am until 12 noon and let us seek this joy as we experience our Advent journey together.  Phone Yvonne 0868312840 for details.

Irish Blood Transfusion Service

There will be an opportunity to give blood at St. Maur’s G.A.A centre on Monday 14th November from 4.30pm to 8.00pm. It is important that we all remember that many patients in hospitals need our blood and this never ceases.

Priory Institute Online Advent Retreat 2016

Would you like to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas from the comfort of your own home. We are delighted to offer an Online Advent Retreat this year featuring a series of four online reflections given over four weeks in preparation for Christmas. A different speaker will offer each reflection online. Application deadline is 22nd November , Cost €30. prioryinstitute.com

AL HomeCare

Affordable Live-In Homecare provide live in carers for the elderly in your area. If you are
looking for a live-in care for your relative, please call Mary or Tom today on 087 9916791. Our website is www.allhomecare.ie

Balbriggan & District Horticultural Society

Garden talk called “How plants made butterflies, bees and wasps” by Matthew Jebb director of the National Botanic gardens Thursday Nov 17th in the Scouts Den Market Green Balbriggan (near Lidl) at 8.30pm. Admmission is €4

Naul Gardening and Flower Club

The Club are having “A Bit of A Do”, a charity flower arranging event in aid of Naul senior citizens and Balbriggan cancer support group in City North Hotel. Saturday 19th Nov 10am – 5pm admission €5. Demonstration “Tis The Season” at 2.30pm, admission €10. Dinner and Demonstration by Jane Crane, Christopher White and David Thomson 8pm, admission €35. For more info tel: 086 2850561.

Art Exhibition

You are invited to the opening of “Autumn Sky” an exhibition of new paintings by Jim Kilgarriff on Wednesday next 16th Nov in rush Library from 6-30 till 8-00.
The exhibition runs until Saturday 26th and all are welcome.

Opening Hours Tue/Wed/Thur 9am – 1.m. Shop closed Mon and Fri: It will re-open Wednesday 9th Nov at 9am. Any Daily Mass Intentions left in please also include phone number. Any Intentions for weekend Masses need to be left into the office or post box (please note the Post Box is now repaired and in operation again) by 12p.m. on Thursday to be included in Altar list.Thank you.

Planned Giving Envelope Collection

The Envelope collection for Sunday 30th October amounted to €1020. Thank you for your generosity.

Deaths

We extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Mary Leonard (Old Road) who passed away this week. May she rest in peace.

Invitation from Jesus

Come adore the Lord in silent prayer all day Thursday from 7am – 10pm.
 

Confession Times

Confession times are at 6:30p.m. before Saturday evening Mass and on request.

Advent

The readings from Isaiah in the second week of Advent tell us; the wolf shall live with the lamb, the leopard shall lie down with the kid, the calf and the lion and the fatling together, and a little child shall lead them.
Come to Rogerstown House each Saturday of Advent from 10a.m. until 12 noon and let us seek together the peace which Isaiah tells us about. See the notice board for more information.

Rinceoil Fingal

The Rinceoil AGM takes place on Tuesday 8th November @ 8.30pm in Martin’s Shop. We are verygrateful to The Millbank Theatre who have allocated Wednesday 9th November of their upcoming play “The Runner Stumbles” to us as a charity fundraiser. A fascinating courtroom drama, it promises to be a fantastic night. Tickets available from Millbank Box Office @ 01 8437475 or via Paul Dowling 087 2308546 also Ciaran Saunders 087 6735694.
 
 
 

Pro Life Campaign:

Volunteer needed to distribute leaflets. Please contact the office
 
 
 

Christmas Carol Service

This year’s Christmas Carol Service will take place on Tuesday 14th December @ 7.30pm.
 
 
 
 

Legion of Mary Afternoon Retreat

The Legion of Mary Afternoon Retreat takes place on Sunday 20th November. Spiritual Director: Fr Brian Doyle. Venue: Emmaus Centre, Swords commencing at 1pm. Cost €15. Contact Lorraine 8491032, 087-6203317. All Welcome.

Rush Library CAP Talk

Tim Hayes of the EU Commission Dublin Office will visit Rush Library on Monday 14th of November at 6.30p.m. to talk about the EU Common Agriculture Policy. Tim says the new awareness campaign will inform farmers and the Irish public about safe food provision. €55 Billion is being paid annually by the EU to farmers across Europe under the Programme. A new campaign has been launched to raise benefits awareness of the EU Common Agricultural Policy.

Read more information on CAP. All are welcome to the talk in the library – please contact the library to book a place call us on 8708414 or email rushlibrary@fingal.ie.

November Altar List of the Dead

The Altar List of the Dead Envelopes are available at the doors of the Church from this weekend. Please put the names on a slip of paper and put in envelope. Thank you.

Norms for Indulgences at the Commemoration of All Souls

What are Indulgences? Indulgences are the remission before God of the temporal punishment due to sins whose guilt has already been forgiven. The faithful Christian who is duly disposed gains the indulgence under prescribed conditions for either themselves or the departed. Indulgences are granted through the ministry of the Church which, as the dispenser of the grace of redemption, distributes the treasury of the merits of Christ and the Saints.

The Norms are 1. From 12 o’clock noon on 1 Nov until midnight on 2 Nov, all who have confessed, received Holy Communion and prayed for the Pope’s intentions (one Our Father & Hail Mary, or any other prayer of one’s choice) can gain one plenary indulgence by visiting a Church or oratory, and there reciting on Our Father & the Apostle’s Creed. The indulgence is applicable only to the souls of the departed. Confession may be made at any time within the week preceding or the week following 1 Nov. Holy Communion may be received on any day from 1 Nov to 8 November. 2. The faithful who visit a cemetery and pray for the dead may gain a plenary indulgence applicable only to the Holy Souls on the usual conditions once per day from 1 to 8 Nov. The conditions mentioned above apply also to this.

Parish Shop

Opening Hours Tue/Wed/Thur 9am – 1.m. Shop closed Mon and Fri: Please note shop is closed next week Tue 1st Nov – Tue 8th Nov inclusive for holidays and training. It will re-open Wednesday 9th Nov at 9am.
Any Daily Mass Intentions left in please also include telephone number. Any Intentions for weekend Masses need to be left into the office or post-box by 12pm on Thursday to be included in Altar list. Thank you. Please note the Post Box is out of order at the moment.  

Planned Giving Envelope Collection

The Envelope collection for Sunday 23rd October amounted to €1065. Thank you for your generosity.

Deaths

We extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Patrick (Sonny) Farren who passed away this week. May he rest in peace.
 
 
 

Baptisms

We welcome Minnie Zara Fanning Murphy, Kate Margaret Treanor, Amelia Lily Teeling- Stanhena, Hugo Owen Appleby, Ivy Rita Caul, and Julia Colette Weldon who were baptised last weekend.
 
 
 

Fr. Seamus Cullen – First Anniversary Mass

Fr. Seamus Cullen’s first anniversary is this weekend Sat/Sun 29th & 30th Oct’16 He will be prayed for at all Masses. A cup of tea and light refreshments will be served after 7pm Mass on Saturday evening.
 
 
 

Mass of Remembrance

A Mass of Remembrance will be celebrated at 7pm on Saturday 5th Nov. Every year during November the parish community prays a special Mass in which we remember all our loved ones who have died since this time last year. Invitations have been sent out to all of these families. There will be some light refreshments after mass.
 
 
 

Altar List of the Dead

Altar List of the Dead Envelopes will be available at the doors of the Church from this weekend. Please put the names on a slip of paper and put in envelope. Thank you.
 
 
 

Invitation from Jesus

Come adore the Lord in silent prayer all day Thursday from 7am – 10pm.
 

Confession Times

Confession times are at 6:30p.m. before Saturday evening Mass and on request.

Pro Life Campaign:

Volunteer needed to distribute leaflets. Please contact the office
 
 
 

Rogerstown House

From 10am until 12 noon each Saturday of Advent (November 26, December 3,10 and 17) come to Rogerstown House and immerse yourself in nature and the deep spirituality of the reading of Isaiah. In the first week Isaiah tells us: “Come, let us go up to the mountain of the Lord, to the house of the God of Jacob; that he may teach us his ways and that we may walk in his paths. O house of Jacob, come, let us walk in the light of the Lord!”. So do come and experience the Holy Journey as never before! See the notice board for more information.
 
 
 

Presentation to Fr. Peter

The Parish Pastoral Council are organizing a presentation for Fr. Peter in appreciation of the work he carried out during his time here in Rush, and a small token for Fr. Richard, Fr. Paul and Fr. Clinton for all their help & support during Fr. Peter’s illness. If you would like to donate, collection boxes will be placed at the back of the Church this weekend on Sat & Sun 29/30th October. Thank you.
 
 
 

Do this In Memory Programme

We welcome all children & parents from St. Catherine’s, St. Brendan’s, Gaelscoil & Rush National schools for the Do This In Memory Mass as they prepare for First Holy Communion.

Christmas Carol Service

This year’s Christmas Carol Service will take place on Tuesday 14th December @ 7.30pm.
 
 
 

Rinceoil Fingal

The Rinceoil AGM takes place on Tuesday 8th November @ 8.30pm in Martin’s Shop. We are very grateful to The Millbank Theatre who have allocated Wednesday 9th November of their upcoming play “The Runner Stumbles” to us as a charity fundraiser. A fascinating courtroom drama, it promises to be a fantastic night. Tickets available from Millbank Box Office @ 01 8437475 or via Paul Dowling 087 2308546 also Ciaran Saunders 087 6735694.
 
 
 

Legion of Mary Afternoon Retreat

The Legion of Mary Afternoon Retreat takes place on Sunday 20th November. Spiritual Director: Fr Brian Doyle. Venue: Emmaus Centre, Swords commencing at 1pm. Cost €15. Contact Lorraine 8491032, 087-6203317. All Welcome.

St. Catherine’s National School

Congratulations to St. Catherine’s National School on the opening of their new building which was blessed by the Archbishop on Friday.
 
 
 

Lambay Badminton Club

New members needed for Lambay Badminton Club. We play in St Maurs GAA club Monday mornings 10am to 12 noon. Phone  Barbara 0861049566 for more information or just come to GAA hall Monday mornings. Beginners welcome