Parish Clergy: Fr Loughlin Brennan                           Fr. Tom Ryan

Tel. 386227 Mobile 087 9814051                                  Tel. 352223 Mobile 087 6291557

Anniversaries:    

Murroe

Chrissie O’Gorman , Ann and Jim Jamel and Gary Cobel                                                     7pm this Saturday

Maurice and Peggy Hassett                                                                                                   9am this Sunday

Bridie and Jerry Taaffe , John O’Brien,Mattie and Maureen Hoyne and Jim Berkery           11.30am this Sunday

Eamon Rainsford Months Mind and Matt Cuddy                                                                    7pm next Saturday

James and Mary Clarke  ____________________________________________________9am next Sunday

Boher

John Barron and deceased members of the Barron Family and Tommy and Mary Bartley______ 10am next Sunday

May They Rest in Peace

Eucharistic Ministers Next Weekend:

Boher: Elizabeth O Connor.

Murroe: Bridget Hayes 7pm, Willie Carey 9am, Margaret Holmes 11.30am

Masses for coming week:

Boher – Tuesday and Thursday at 9.30am.

Murroe – Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10am.

Maranatha prayer Ministry invites you to our February Healing Retreat at St. Pauls Church, Dooradoyle, Limerick at 2.30pm through the Ministry of Bishop Fintan Monahan, Killaloe Diocese and Sr. Mary Bridget, Charismatic Renewal, Limerick next Sunday, 16^th February 2020. Mass at 5pm. All welcome.

The Annual Pink Night will take place on Saturday 15^th February 2020 at Kennedys Lounge, Rearcross – Music with the very entertaining “DJ Wilm” – All funds raised for Mid West Cancer Unit in University Hospital Limerick. A raffle will take place with lots of prizes including a Ladies County Jersey.  A great night’s entertainment for a good cause. Support greatly appreciated.  Everybody welcome

Social Dance in Millennium Centre Caherconlish on Friday 14^th February. Music by Marveltones. Tea served. Admission €10.

Lotto Results for 2/2/20 -2,10,20,29- No Winner. €20 Dips Vinnie Callanan, Aine Cooke, James Buckley & Eoghan Tuohey. Next week’s Jackpot €8,900 Draw in Pa McGraths. Double Down lotto draw -12,16,17,22- €50 Dips Jimmy O’Brien, Sinead Murray & Megan Buckley.

Murroe AFC Team News: Last weekend the A team had a fantastic 6-1 win away to Aisling Annacotty in the league, while the C team had a 5-0 loss to Nenagh Town, on Sunday.

This weekend on Sunday 8^th February, the B team are at home against Janesboro at 2pm in Tubber, while the C team are away to Athlunkard Villa also in the league at 2pm.

The A team, and Youth team have no fixtures.

Keep an eye on the club Facebook page and Twitter feeds for up to the minute fixtures and results!

Reflection: Frequently we hear ‘experts’ say that too much salt is bad for us; this is probably true; too much of anything is not good for us. But food without any salt is bland, tasteless and just not very nice! Since ancient times salt has been used to purify, preserve, season and flavour food. At the time of Jesus, salt was very valuable and expensive. Roman soldiers were often paid with blocks of salt which they then traded. Salt was basically used as money! Hence the phrase, to be worth your weight in salt!

What is Jesus saying when he calls and asks us to be salt to the earth? Salt makes a difference to food as we said. Without it, food cannot be preserved and at times cannot be eaten. Salt, used properly can brighten and enliven food. Can we say the same about ourselves as followers of Jesus. Do I make a difference to those around me through what I say, what do and how I live my daily life? By my living the gospel of Jesus, do I brighten and enliven the world around me? Am I worth my weight in salt?

Then Jesus uses another powerful symbol to challenge us. He says to each of us; ‘You are the Light of the world… no one lights a lamp and then hides it under a basket, they put it on a lampstand and it gives light to the world. In the same way, your (own) light must shine before others.’

I often find this statement from Jesus strange. In the start of John’s gospel it says; The Word was the real light, that gives light to everyone.’ Later in the gospel Jesus clearly says; I am the Light of the World. So through Jesus, the Light of God comes into the world to dispel all darkness. This has echoes of the great phrase; The people in darkness have seen a great light. Now Jesus very clearly says, You are the Light of the world. This is very encouraging and also very challenging. We now share the responsibility with Jesus of being people of light who shine brightly in and for the world.

When Nelson Mandela became president of South Africa, he quoted a poem written by Marianne Williamson; from which this line is taken; We are all meant to shine; we were born to manifest the glory of God that is within us. It’s not just in some of us; it’s in everyone.

Today, take a moment of silence and say, Jesus is the light of the world and so am I! – (Br Michael Moore OMI)

Parish Clergy: Fr Loughlin Brennan                           Fr. Tom Ryan

Tel. 386227 Mobile 087 9814051                                  Tel. 352223 Mobile 087 6291557

Anniversaries:                                                Murroe

Helen Hackett and James and Theresa Walsh                                                                          7pm this Saturday

Willie and Kathy Noonan and Deceased members of the Egan Family                                   11.30am this Sunday

 Chrissie O’Gorman and Ann and Jim Jamel                                                                              7pm next Saturday

 Maurice and Peggy Hassett                                                      9am next Sunday

 Bridie and Jerry Taaffe and John O’Brien and Mattie and Maureen Hoyne                            11.30am next Sunday

Boher

Mary and Ted O’Connell                                                                                                         10am this Sunday

May They Rest in Peace

Eucharistic Ministers Next Weekend:

Boher: Laurence Bartley.

Murroe: Elizabeth Power-Lynch 7pm, Suzanne Barron 9am, Breda Berkery 11.30am

Homeless: A big “thankyou” to all who subscribed to last weekend’s collection. A sum of €408.60 was collected.

Daughters of Charity: The Annual Church Gate Collection for the Daughters of Charity, St. Vincent’s Lisnagry will take next weekend February 8^th/9^th in Murroe and Boher. As always, your support is gratefully appreciated

French / Music Tuition: Qualified and experienced French and Music teacher living locally offer grinds / individual tuition in French, Violin and Piano. Please contact 085-7113639 for more information.

ICA: Monthly meeting of Murroe Boher ICA will take place on Tuesday 4^th February at 7.30pm in the Muintir na Tíre Hall, Murroe. New members always welcome.

2 NEW YOGA classes on Friday Mornings at Muintir Na Tire Hall, Murroe (Fitzgerald Room).

General Yoga Class 10-11am and Chair Yoga Class 11.30-12.30pm.  Starting Friday 24^th January for 8 weeks.

Inquiries and bookings to Lucia on 086 8214512 or www.luciasheehan.com

Social Dance in Millennium Centre Caherconlish on Saturday 8^th February. Music by Jimmy Hogan & Lar Kenny. Tea served. Admission €10

AA meeting on every Friday night in St. Michael’s Day Care Centre, Cappamore at 8.30pm

Murroe/Boher Lourdes Committee are offering a place to a 5^th year student to travel to Lourdes on this year’s pilgrimage as a youth helper, which takes place from 13^th to 18^th June. Anyone interested are asked to give their names to Liz Barron, Boher ASAP. Draw will take place after 11.30am Mass in Murroe on Sunday next 9^th February.

The Annual Pink Night will take place on Saturday 15^th February 2020 at Kennedys Lounge, Rearcross – Music with the very entertaining “DJ Wilm” – All funds raised for Mid West Cancer Unit in University Hospital Limerick. A raffle will take place with lots of prizes including a Ladies County Jersey.  A great night’s entertainment for a good cause. Support greatly appreciated.  Everybody welcome

Head 2 Head Hair Salon, Main Street Murroe 061 386789. Special Offer – Colour and Cut €45 from Wednesday 20^th January to Saturday 15^th February. 4 Weeks Only. Book early to avoid disappointment.

Lotto Results for 26/1/20 -16,19,23,24- No Winner. €20 Dips Mike Casey, James Ryan, George Boyle & Mary Holmes. Next week’s Jackpot €8,800 Draw in Powers. Double Down lotto draw – 9,21,23,32- €50 Dips Suzanne Holmes, Brian Lonergan & John Fitzgerald.

Cappamore Historical Society will host a Lecture in the local Community Centre on Monday the 3^rd of February at 8pm. The Lecture by Tom Toomey will be on the subject of “The Dromkeen Ambush”. There will be a charge of 5 euro to non-members, and Refreshments will be provided after the lecture.

Murroe Boher GAA: Membership for 2020 Season is now due. Membership only accepted online by Clubforce system – details on www.murroebohergaa.ie. Only membership paid by February 7^th will be eligible for Inter County Tickets going forward when being distributed by the club. Yearly subscription to the Club Lotto also available through Clubforce system.

Murroe Boher Bord na nOg are delighted to announce that registration for this season in now online. All you must do is log onto Clubforce.ie, find my club (Murroe Boher), and follow the simple instructions. Any queries just contact any member of the club.

Murroe AFC Team News: Last weekend the A team were unlucky to lose out to near neighbors Cappamore Celtic on penalties after a tightly fought contest in the divisional cup match in Tubber. The scores finished level at 1-1, but Cappamore had the better accuracy in the shootout.

This weekend on Saturday 1^st February, the A team are away to Aisling Annacotty in the league at 7pm, while on Sunday 2^nd February The C team are at home against Nenagh Town at 2pm in the league. The B team, and Youth team have no fixtures.

Keep an eye on the club Facebook page and Twitter feeds for up to the minute fixtures and results!

Parish Clergy: Fr Loughlin Brennan                           Fr. Tom Ryan

Tel. 386227 Mobile 087 9814051                                  Tel. 352223 Mobile 087 6291557

Recent Deaths: Eileen (Eila) Stockil (née Killeen) Shelbourne Park, Limerick

Anniversaries:                                                Murroe

May and Michael McKeogh and John Rainsford                                                  7pm this Saturday

Joe and Peggy Fitzgerald and Margaret Kett                                                   11.30am this Sunday

Helen Hackett                                                                                                      7pm next Saturday

Willie and Kathy Noonan and Deceased members of the Egan Family           11.30am next Sunday

Boher

John Finucane and John Leahy and Denis and Margaret Maher                           10am this Sunday

Mary and Ted O’Connell                                                                     10am next Sunday

May They Rest in Peace

Eucharistic Ministers Next Weekend:

Boher: Helen Hickey.

Murroe: Nora Lonergan 7pm, Pat Madigan 9am, Breda White 11.30am

Masses for coming week Boher: No Mass on Monday. Murroe: No Mass on Tuesday.

Killinure National School are currently enrolling new Junior Infants for September 2020.  Please contact the school on 061 351377 for the necessary forms.  Closing date for the return of the forms is 31^st January 2020

Scoil Mhuire Murroe – Pupil Enrolment 2020: Enrolments Applications for September 2020 are now being accepted.  The closing date for the receipt of completed applications is January 31^st, 2020. Enrolment Application forms are available to download from the school website (www.murroens.ie) or from the school. Tel. 061. 386116.

French / Music Tuition: Qualified and experienced French and Music teacher living locally offer grinds / individual tuition in French, Violin and Piano. Please contact 085-7113639 for more information.

Darkness into Light 2020 will be held at 4.15am morning of 9^th May.  The walk will start and finish in Murroe, following a route through the grounds of Glenstal Abbey.  If anyone is interested in joining the DIL committee, please contact Ita Richardson at 087-6886536.

2 NEW YOGA classes on Friday Mornings at Muintir Na Tire Hall, Murroe (Fitzgerald Room). General Yoga Class 10-11am and Chair Yoga Class 11.30-12.30pm.  Starting Friday 24^th January for 8 weeks. Inquiries and bookings to Lucia on 086 8214512 or www.luciasheehan.com

AA meeting on every Friday night in St. Michael’s Day Care Centre, Cappamore at 8.30pm

Boher Community Development Association: Boher Parish Social on Saturday 1 February at the Millennium Centre, Caherconlish.  Great night promised

The Annual Pink Night will take place on Saturday 15^th February 2020 at Kennedys Lounge, Rearcross – Music with the very entertaining “DJ Wilm” – All funds raised for Mid West Cancer Unit in University Hospital Limerick. A raffle will take place with lots of prizes including a Ladies County Jersey.  A great night’s entertainment for a good cause. Support greatly appreciated.  Everybody welcome

Head 2 Head Hair Salon, Main Street Murroe 061 386789. Special Offer – Colour and Cut €45 from Wednesday 20^th January to Saturday 15^th February. 4 Weeks Only. Book early to avoid disappointment.

Lotto Results for 19/1/20 -5,13,17,32- No Winner. €20 Dips Kate Brosnan, Mary Mac, Anne O’Connell & Joe Byrne. Next week’s Jackpot €8,700 Draw in Valley Inn. 1^st Double Down lotto draw -5,10,20,25- €50 Dips Mary Boyle, Patricia Cooke & Kevin Boyle

Congratulations to Cathal Foley & Josh Mainoo, members of the Dooneen AC U14 Boys 4 x 200m Relay and Peter Ashe & Rian Horgan, members of Newport AC U13 Boys 4 x 200m Relay. Both teams came 4^th in their respective finals at the Munster Juvenile Athletics Indoor Championships in Nenagh on Sunday 19^th January

Murroe Boher Camogie: Well done to Sinead McElligott who was selected for the Limerick junior camogie team for the 2020 season. A great achievement! Well done!

Murroe Boher GAA will hold their AGM this coming Tuesday Evening at 8.30pm in the Clubhouse Murroe

Ladies Football: Best of luck to our players Shauna Ryan, Charlotte Walsh, Alannagh Russell, Aimee O’Brien and Roisin O’Malley and our club chairperson and Limerick Ladies Football manager Donal Ryan as they play Carlow in the first round of the Lidl Division 4 league against Carlow in Carlow IT on Sunday. Best of luck to all!

Murroe Boher Community Games: Well done to all the young artists and model-makers who took part in the art, model-making and handwriting events last Saturday.  Congratulations also to everyone who participated in the round 1 of the draughts. The winning team of Will Ryan, Will Stockil, Josh Devlin, Emily Duff, William Keyes, Sarah Keyes and Sean Murphy will go forward to the next round.  If you are interested in taking part in other upcoming events check out the Community Games Facebook page. Well done to all who participated in Round 1 of the Limerick Community Games Primary School Quiz, in the Millennium Centre Caherconlish. There were 52 teams of 4 present, of which 17 teams went through to the Grand Final.  The team of Cillian Kinsella, Denis Madden, Peter Ashe & Tadhg McElligott qualified for the County Grand Final which will take place on 6^th February in the Woodlands Hotel, Adare.

Murroe AFC Team News: Last weekend the C team had a great 4-1 win over Dromore Celtic in the league, well done lads! Also on Sunday afternoon the U-18 Youth Team had a mighty 4-1 win over Corbally Utd in the Ger Ryan Youth Cup.

This weekend on Sunday 26^th January, the A team are at home against local rivals Cappamore Celtic at 11am in the Premier A Division O’Halloran Cup 1^st Round. The B team, C team and Youth team have no fixtures.

Parish Clergy: Fr Loughlin Brennan                           Fr. Tom Ryan

Tel. 386227 Mobile 087 9814051                                  Tel. 352223 Mobile 087 6291557

Recent Deaths: Eamon Rainsford, 5 Cross Roads, Murroe

Anniversaries:                                                Murroe

Paddy Rainsford Months Mind                                                            7pm this Saturday

John Dundon,George and Maureen Kenny,Helen Allis,and

Dan and Esther Barry                                                                    11.30am this Sunday

May and Michael McKeogh and John Rainsford                               7pm next Saturday

Joe and Peggy Fitzgerald and Margaret Kett                                11.30am next Sunday

Boher

John Richardson,Michael and Siobhán Cregan,Mai Tuohey,

Noel Hickey and Philly Bartley                                                             10am this Sunday

John Finucane,John Leahy and Denis and Margaret Maher               10am next Sunday

May They Rest in Peace

Eucharistic Ministers Next Weekend:

Boher: Esther Reilly.

Murroe: Willie Carey 7pm, Josie Meade 9am, Tom Seaver 11.30am

Archdiocese of Cashel & Emly Lourdes Pilgrimage 13^th – 18^th June 2020. Youth Section details from Fr. Pat Coffey, 062 72146 or through email: piusix@eircom.net.

Killinure National School are currently enrolling new Junior Infants for September 2020.  Please contact the school on 061 351377 for the necessary forms.  Closing date for the return of the forms is 31^st January 2020

Scoil Mhuire Murroe – Pupil Enrolment 2020: Enrolments Applications for September 2020 are now being accepted.  The closing date for the receipt of completed applications is January 31^st, 2020. Enrolment Application forms are available to download from the school website (www.murroens.ie) or from the school. Tel. 061. 386116.

French / Music Tuition: Qualified and experienced French and Music teacher living locally offer grinds / individual tuition in French, Violin and Piano. Please contact 085-7113639 for more information.

Pilgrimage to Medjugorje departing Shannon to Mostar 40 minutes from shrine on September 9^th pay deposit 50 euros before January 31^st price 695euros after February 1^st 745euros. Contact John O Brien group leader 086 8586304

Darkness into Light 2020 will be held at 4.15am morning of 9^th May.  The walk will start and finish in Murroe, following a route through the grounds of Glenstal Abbey.  If anyone is interested in joining the DIL committee, please contact Ita Richardson at 087-6886536.

2 NEW YOGA classes on Friday Mornings at Muintir Na Tire Hall, Murroe (Fitzgerald Room). General Yoga Class 10-11am and Chair Yoga Class 11.30-12.30pm.  Starting Friday 24^th January for 8 weeks. Inquiries and bookings to Lucia on 086 8214512 or www.luciasheehan.com

Boher Community Development Association: Boher Parish Social on Saturday 1 February at the Millennium Centre, Caherconlish.  Great night promised

Set Dancing, ceili, line dancing, Sean nos, waltz, jive etc, take place every Tuesday in Muinter na Tire hall Murroe at 4.45pm for children.  Adult classes for fitness and fun will resume on Wednesday 15^th January. At 8 15pm. Beginners welcome at both classes. Enq. Pauline 085 7417609

Head 2 Head Hair Salon, Main Street Murroe 061 386789. Special Offer – Colour and Cut €45 from Wednesday 20^th January to Saturday 15^th February. 4 Weeks Only. Book early to avoid disappointment.

Afternoon Tea Dance in Kilteely Parish Hall, Kilteely, Co. Limerick this Sunday, 19th January from 3pm to 6pm. Music By:- The Singing Jarvey. Tea and home baking served. Admission only €5. All are Welcome to come dancing or just sit back, relax and enjoy the music.

Lotto Results for 12/1/20 -1,3,8,16- No Winner. €20 Lucky Dips Gerard McInerney, John Walsh, Linda Leahy & Toy Kennedy. Next week’s Jackpot €8,600 Draw in O’Neill’s

Murroe Boher Community Games: Community Games Art, Model-Making and Handwriting will be held in Muinter na Tire hall on Saturday the 18th of January at 11am.  All children from U6 to U16 are welcome. You will need to bring your pencil and colours.  Cost is €3 per child or €5 per family. Looking forward to seeing you

Murroe AFC Team News: Last weekend the A team had a solid 1-0 win over Charleville in the league, while the B-team lost out 3-0 to Castle Utd in their league game. The C’s had a day to forget with an 8-1 loss to Mungret Regional and then the U-18 Youth Team had a fabulous 7-1 win away against Corbally Utd in the league. Plenty goals anyway!

This weekend on Sunday 19^th January. The C team are away to Dromore Celtic in the league at 11am, while the U-18 Youth team are at home against Corbally Utd again, this time in the Ger Ryan Youth Cup at 2pm in Tubber.

Keep an eye on the club Facebook page and Twitter feeds for up to the minute fixtures and results!

Parish Clergy: Fr Loughlin Brennan                           Fr. Tom Ryan

Tel. 386227 Mobile 087 9814051                                  Tel. 352223 Mobile 087 6291557

Recent Deaths: Brendan Ó Cathaoir (Cahir), Bray, Co. Wicklow, late of Springfield, Co. Clare and Kishikirk

Pat (Patsy) Daly, Kishikirk

Mary Agnes Murphy, Marian Park, Patrickswell.

Catherine (Kitty) Withero (née O’Connor), Tipperary Town

Anniversaries:                                                Murroe

Paddy Rainsford Months Mind                                                            7pm next Saturday

John Dundon and George and Maureen Kenny and

Helen Allis and  Dan and Esther Barry                                                11.30am next Sunday

Boher

Bridie Foley and Breda Cartwright                                           10am this Sunday

Iris Walters Months Mind                                                        7.30pm next Friday

John Richardson and  Michael and Siobhán Cregan

and Mai Tuohey and Noel Hickey                                          10am next Sunday

May They Rest in Peace

Eucharistic Ministers Next Weekend: Boher: Eamon Tuohey.

Murroe: Breda Fitzpatrick 7pm, Mary O’Brien 9am, Bridget McLoughlin 11.30am

Masses for coming week:

Boher – Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9.30am

Murroe Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10am

Killinure National School are currently enrolling new Junior Infants for September 2020.  Please contact the school on 061 351377 for the necessary forms.  Closing date for the return of the forms is 31^st January 2020

Scoil Mhuire Murroe – Pupil Enrolment 2020: Enrolments Applications for September 2020 are now being accepted.  The closing date for the receipt of completed applications is January 31^st, 2020. Enrolment Application forms are available to download from the school website (www.murroens.ie) or from the school. Tel. 061. 386116.

🎶🎵 Junior and Senior choirs are inviting new members. No prior experience or skills required, just a love of singing. Contact Marian at 086 8885619🎵🎶

Pilgrimage to Medjugorje departing Shannon to Mostar 40 minutes from shrine on September 9^th pay deposit 50 euros before January 31^st price 695euros after February 1^st 745euros. Contact John O Brien group leader 086 8586304

Boher Community Development Association: Boher Parish Social on Saturday 1 February at the Millennium Centre, Caherconlish.  Great night promised

Set Dancing, ceili, line dancing, Sean nos, waltz, jive etc, take place every Tuesday in Muinter na Tire hall Murroe at 4.45pm for children.  Adult classes for fitness and fun will resume on Wednesday 15^th January. At 8 15pm. Beginners welcome at both classes. Enq. Pauline 085 7417609

Head 2 Head Hair Salon, Main Street Murroe 061 386789. Special Offer – Colour and Cut €45 from Wednesday 20^th January to Saturday 15^th February. 4 Weeks Only. Book early to avoid disappointment.

Free Digital Skills Training @ Cappamore Library: Did you receive a new digital device recently – iPhone, iPad, Tablet, Smart Phone? Do you know how to use it? Would you like to know more? Would you like to be able to navigate your way around your device confidently? Learn how to: • search websites, • send and receive emails, • use popular apps like Skype, WhatsApp, • send and receive photos, • be safe online. Ballyhoura Development is delivering ‘bring your own device’ Digital Skills training in Cappamore Library. This training aims to give people the confidence, motivation and skills to take their first steps online. Training is FREE and will be delivered in small groups of 8 to 10 people, over 5 x 2 hour sessions. We hope to begin our next training on Friday, 21st February from 10.30am to 12.30pm. To book a place please contact Cappamore Library on 061-381586 or email cappamorelibrary@limerick.ie

Lotto Results for 29/12/19 -2,5,7,30- No Winner. €20 Lucky Dips Johnny & Frances Walsh, Herbie Power, Richie O’Malley & Pa Ryan(Al). Next week’s Jackpot €8,400 Draw in Powers.

Murroe Boher Community Games: Community Games Art, Model-Making and Handwriting will be held in Muinter na Tire hall on Saturday the 18th of January at 11am.  All children from U6 to U16 are welcome. You will need to bring your pencil and colours.  Cost is €3 per child or €5 per family. Looking forward to seeing you

Murroe AFC Team News: The Fixtures were back after the Christmas break last weekend (Sunday 5th January), with the A team taking on local rivals Caherconlish in the First round of the Lawson Cup. Unfortunately, after a tightly fought contest that went all the way to extra time the Murroe lads lost out on a scoreline of 3-2.

There’s a full list of fixtures coming up this weekend on Sunday 12^th January. The A team are at home to Charleville in the league at 11am. Also, at 11am the C team are at home to Mungret Regional in the league. At 2pm the B team are playing at home against Castle Utd, and also at 2pm the Youth U-18 Team are playing away in the league against Corbally Utd.

Keep an eye on the club Facebook page and Twitter feeds for up to the minute fixtures and results!

Parish Clergy: Fr Loughlin Brennan                           Fr. Tom Ryan

Tel. 386227 Mobile 087 9814051                                  Tel. 352223 Mobile 087 6291557

Recent Deaths: James (Jim) Ryan, Hospital & formerly of Brittas, Boher

Philip (Phil) Bartley, Northampton England late of Killinure, Brittas

Denis O’Malley, Cork & formerly of Murroe

Anniversaries:                                                Murroe

Mary Collins Months Mind and Pa Joe and Paddy McCormack and Nora Murphy                     7pm this Saturday

Paddy and Anne Meade                                                                                                               9am this Monday

Boher

Deceased members of the Walsh Family, Cloughnadromin and Kitty and James Lynch            10am this Sunday

Bridie Foley and Breda Cartwright                                                                                              10am next Sunday

May They Rest in Peace

Eucharistic Ministers Next Weekend:

Boher: Marie O’Flynn.

Murroe: Bridget Hayes 7pm, Michael O’Loughlin 9am, Kathryn Buckley 11.30am

Epiphany of the Lord – Holy Day – on Monday. Masses:

Boher 10am

Murroe 9am and 11.30am. No Vigil Mass

Murroe-Boher Senior Citizens Party will take place on Sunday 12^th January in Millennium Centre Caherconlish. Mass at 1.00 followed by Lunch at 2.00. Music by Sean, Paddy and Karen. Tickets €15 available from Kathleen 087 2387686 or Carmel 087 6107132, also available in Sacristy of both Church’s.

Srs. Consilio and Agnes Fitzgerald of Cuan Mhuire Bruree would sincerely like to thank the parishioners of Murroe and Boher for their very generous contributions of €621.86 in our recent church gate collection. We would sincerely like to thank the people who stood at the collection tables for this worthy cause. We are most grateful to the people of Murroe and Boher for all their help over the years.

Lotto Results for 29/12/19 -2,5,7,30- No Winner. €20 Lucky Dips Johnny & Frances Walsh, Herbie Power, Richie O’Malley & Pa Ryan(Al). Next week’s Jackpot €8,400 Draw in Powers.

YOGA classes continue in Boher Community Hall this January. Invest in your health and wellness in 2020 with yoga to calm and relax the mind, bring flexibility and strength to your body. Beginners welcome.  Classes start 7^th January: Tues 8.15pm-9.45pm, Wed 4pm-5pm or 8-9.30pm. Enquiries and bookings to Lucia on 086 8214512 or www.luciasheehan.com

Murroe Boher Bord na nOg, would like to wish all of our members, old and new, a happy and prosperous new year. We would also like to thank all those who supported/volunteered for our most recent bag pack before Christmas in Dunnes Stores on the Childers Road.

Murroe AFC Happy New Year to all of our friends and supporters, players and coaches, hope you all had a great Christmas! We’re looking forward to a great 2020!

Team news: The Fixtures are back after the Christmas break this weekend (Sunday 5^th January), with the A team taking on local rivals Caherconlish in the First round of the Lawson Cup at 11am in Caherconlish. That’s the only fixture for this weekend. Keep an eye on the club Facebook page and Twitter feeds for up to the minute fixtures and results!

Reflection: The word ‘January’ comes from the name of a Roman god; Janus. His statue had two faces; one that looked backwards and the other forward. The Romans believed that this was the appropriate time to give thanks for what had passed and to be hopeful for what lies ahead. We keep this ancient tradition alive when we let go of the old year and make new year’s resolutions. For what am I thankful from last year? Am I beginning this new year with faith, hope and optimism?

As we celebrate the Epiphany, we recall that Jesus is born for everyone and the whole universe. The word ‘Epiphany’ means to show or to reveal; the curtain is pulled back and all is now revealed to us. God is not distant, silent or remote. God is with us personally in the very person of Jesus. When Jesus speaks, we hear God speaking; when we see the face of Jesus as the Magi did, it is God’s eyes into which we look. No one is outside the loving gaze or embrace of God through the person and presence of Jesus.

Beginning something new can fill us with anxiety, especially a new year. We don’t know what will happen to us or what lies ahead of us. But we are not our own; God is with us. There is the modern parable about the woman who was worried about the new year. She prayed to God saying.; ‘Lord, give me a light so that I can find my way as this year starts.’ There was silence. Then she heard God say, ‘No, I will not give you a light. You take my hand and we will walk into the new year together.’ We are not our own as we continue this New Year. The Nativity and the Epiphany call us to remember and celebrate the deep mystery and reality that God is with us in the most personal and intimate way possible. To repeat, God is now no longer distant, remote or silent. St. Paul’s letter to the Colossians reminds us of this and encourages us with these profound words; ‘The secret is that Christ is in you.’

When the shepherds looked at Jesus, they saw someone like themselves who later said, I am the Good Shepherd. When these visitors from East offered their gifts, they too saw one like themselves, who later said, Yes, I am King. Take some time these days to look into the crib; who and what do you see? Do you see yourself in this child’s face? Do you see someone like just like you? As Pope Leo the Great reminds us; O Christian be aware of your dignity and nobility, it is God’s own life that you now share.

(Br Michael Moore OMI)

Parish Clergy: Fr Loughlin Brennan                          Fr. Tom Ryan

Tel. 386227 Mobile 087 9814051                                Tel. 352223 Mobile 087 6291557

Anniversaries:                                                 Murroe

Rhona Kett-Sheridan                                                                 7pm this Saturday

Willie Farrell, his parents Willie and Bridget Farrell and Catherine Healy and Martin Farrell and

Michael Walsh                                                                         11.30am this Sunday

 Mary Collins Months Mind and Pa Joe and Paddy McCormack and

Nora Murphy                                                                            7pm next Saturday

Boher

Deceased members of the Walsh Family, Cloughnadromin and

Kitty and James Lynch                                                              10am next Sunday

May They Rest in Peace

Eucharistic Ministers Next Weekend: Boher: Eilish Bartley.

Murroe: Elizabeth Power-Lynch 7pm, Willie Carey 9am, Margaret Holmes 11.30am

Masses for coming week:

Boher Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at 9.30am

Murroe Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10am

Murroe-Boher Senior Citizens Party will take place on Sunday 12^th January in Millennium Centre Caherconlish. Mass at 1.00 followed by Lunch at 2.00. Music by Sean, Paddy and Karen. Tickets €15 available from Kathleen 087 2387686 or Carmel 087 6107132, also available in Sacristy of both Church’s.

Sincere thanks to all who helped prepare our Churches for Christmas; the Sacristans, Readers, Eucharistic Ministers, Organists, Choirs, Altar Servers and everybody else who helped. Special thanks to the people who assisted with the car parking in Boher Church on Christmas Eve, much appreciated. Also, to all those who helped in any way during the past year – many thanks.

Christmas Book: Murroe-Boher Annual Newsletter is now on sale at retail outlets throughout the parish. The committee wish to thank all organisations and contributors for their co-operation and contributions to the magazine this year.

Lotto Results for 22/12/19 -9,12,19,21- No Winner. €20 Lucky Dips Elaine O’Brien, Tomas Hickey, Tomas & Helen Hickey and Grace Walsh. Next week’s Jackpot €8,300 Draw in The Valley Inn.

YOGA classes continue in Boher Community Hall this January. Invest in your health and wellness in 2020 with yoga to calm and relax the mind, bring flexibility and strength to your body. Beginners welcome.  Classes start 7^th January: Tues 8.15pm-9.45pm, Wed 4pm-5pm or 8-9.30pm. Enquiries and bookings to Lucia on 086 8214512 or www.luciasheehan.com

Murroe AFC would like to wish all our members, supporters and the wider community a Happy and Prosperous New Year.

Reflection: Today in union with the whole Church, we honour and celebrate the Feast of the Holy Family, Mary, Joseph and Jesus. After the unfolding events Jesus’ birth, the gospel today tells us about the dreams of Joseph through which God speaks to and leads him as he cares for his new family.

Herod was eager to destroy anyone or anything that would threaten his power or authority, so he decided to kill all newly born male children. Through a dream Joseph is warned of this and told to take Mary and Jesus into Egypt for safety. This perhaps reminds us of the reality we see every night on our televisions; millions of men, women and children, refugees, exiles and immigrants being forced from their homeland because of climate change, terrorism and warfare. Despite all the lovely Christmas cards depicting the Holy Family, there is nothing romantic about being forced from your home. The danger and uncertainty that these people suffer today is exactly the same experience that Mary, Joseph and Jesus had.

While Mary is called to be the Mother of Jesus through the power of the Holy Spirt, Joseph also has major part to play in the life of Jesus. Unlike Mary, we actually don’t know a lot about Joseph. According to the gospels, he is not present for the public life of Jesus. Joseph, like Mary was called by God; he too was unsure and perhaps even worried and anxious. He is assured and strengthened with the words, ‘Do not be afraid.’ God who called him will not abandoned him. Neither Joseph nor Mary knew what lay ahead of them as parents; but they accepted in hope and trust what God asked of them. They responded in faith and lived everyday of their family life believing that God was with them. They were not free from the daily trails, worries and anxieties of parenthood or family life.

Today, perhaps is a day for us to take some time to think about our own families and from where we come. It is said that we can choose our friends but not our families. Our own families are given to us as a gift from God, and in return we are given to them as gifts. All our families are sacred and holy places; they are the places where ideally we can truly be ourselves and still be loved! Our families shape and mould us in countless ways for better or worse. But as we know from experience, all families suffer and struggle with problems and difficulties. Sadly, sometimes families are not places of love or acceptance.

Today, in union with the Holy Family, let us pray for all our families and thank God for them. Let us pray especially for those families we know who are struggling or who are in pain in any way. As God was with Mary, Joseph, and Jesus, may God also guide, support and protect those families who are experiencing problems or difficulties. (Br Michael Moore OMI)

Parish Clergy: Fr Loughlin Brennan                           Fr. Tom Ryan

Tel. 386227 Mobile 087 9814051                                  Tel. 352223 Mobile 087 6291557

Recent Deaths: Paddy Rainsford, Annagh, Lisnagry

Anniversaries:                                                Murroe

Martin and Bridgine Carey and Christine Coughlan (nee Carey) and Margaret Fitzgerald     7pm this Saturday

Davy Hayes and Noreen Holland                                                                                         8.30pm Christmas Eve

Paddy, Mary and Patsy O’Brien and Jim and Patricia Hogan                                            9am Christmas Day

Rhona Kett-Sheridan                                                                                                          7pm next Saturday

Willie Farrell, his parents Willie and Bridget Farrell and Catherine Healy and Martin Farrell and Michael Walsh  11.30am next Sunday

Boher

Mary and Edward Butler and their daughter Mary and  Deceased members of the Boyle family                             7pm Christmas Eve

Martin Moore and deceased members of the Moore Family                                                                                10am Christmas Day

May They Rest in Peace

Eucharistic Ministers Next Weekend: Boher: Liz Barron.

Murroe: Nora Lonergan 7pm, Suzanne Barron 9am, Breda Berkery 11.30am

Masses for coming week:

Boher Monday 9.30am. Christmas Eve 7pm, Christmas Day 10am. No Mass Thursday or Friday. (No Adoration in Boher on Thursday)

Murroe Monday 10am. Christmas Eve 8.30pm, Christmas Day 9am and 11.30am. No Mass Thursday. Mass on Friday at 9am.

Murroe-Boher Senior Citizens Party will take place on Sunday 12^th January in Millennium Centre Caherconlish. Mass at 1.00 followed by Lunch at 2.00. Music by Sean, Paddy and Karen. Tickets €15 available from Kathleen 087 2387686 or Carmel 087 6107132, also available in Sacristy of both Church’s.

🎶🌟All are invited to the Carol Service on this Sunday 22^nd December at 7.00pm in Murroe Church. ✨🎶

Helen Ryan, Murroe Post Office wishes to thank all her loyal customers for their continued support, with good wishes for Christmas and the New Year.

Christmas Book: Murroe-Boher Annual Newsletter is now on sale at retail outlets throughout the parish. The committee wish to thank all organisations and contributors for their co-operation and contributions to the magazine this year.

We Wish all our visitors a Happy and Holy Christmas. Enjoy the time with your families.

Sr. Consilio Fitzgerald of Cuan Mhuire, Bruree will be holding her annual church gate collection in Murroe and Boher next weekend the 28^th and 29^th of December 2019. Any subscriptions will be greatly received

The Irish Blood Transfusion Service will be holding a blood donor clinic in the Community Centre, Newport on this Sunday 22^nd December. Time 12pm-3pm.

Sliabh Feilim Singers would like to thank everyone who supported them in their recent concert in Abington Church.  €1,860 has been donated to Milford Hospice on your behalf.  Wishing you a Happy and Peaceful Christmas.

Boher Community Development Association had a very successful launch of its 2020 Parish Calendar recently, at O’Neill’s Bar.  The calendar includes a delightful selection of old and recent photographs reflecting the lives and achievements of the people of Boher and places of interest.  The back of the calendar features some Boher-related snippets from old newspapers and journals.  It is available from the Bars in Boher and the shops and PO in Murroe.  Cost €5.   

A very successful Boher Market was held recently at the Boher Community Centre. Artists, crafts people and culinary experts displayed their work to a very large number of locals and visitors. A variety of high standard local crafts were sold. It was a great success and Santa and Mrs Claus arrived early, bringing much joy to the many children who turned up on this wonderful occasion.  Thanks to all who helped to organise this great day

St Stephen’s Day Charity Walk/Run Thanks to Boher Community Development Association and the organisers of the St Stephen’s Day Walk/Run, proceeds this year will be shared between CFR-Boher and Boher Community Alert.  Please spread the word and encourage people to take part. Walk starts at Boher Community Centre at 11.00am on St Stephen’s Day.  There are 2 circuits – 5k and 10k.

The Boher Community Development Association wishes to thank everybody for your help and contributions throughout the year.  We wish you all a very Happy Christmas and New Year.

Lotto Results for 15/12/19 -9,11,24,27- No Winner. €20 Lucky Dips Una McInerney, Nora Swan, Eoin Foster & Anthony Reddan. Next week’s Jackpot €8,200 Draw in O’Neill’s.

Murroe Boher GAA Club would like to wish everyone a Happy Christmas and a peaceful new year. We would like to thank all those who helped out and supported us during the year, and we can all look towards a prosperous new year.

Murroe AFC Notes: Team news: The U-18 Youth team’s match against Caherdavin Celtic in the Munster Youth Cup was the only game to survive the bad weather last weekend and unfortunately the lads lost out 2-1 in a tight game. No more fixtures now until Sunday 5^th January, so enjoy the break everyone, and a Happy Christmas to you all from us all here at Murroe AFC. Keep an eye on the club Facebook page and Twitter feeds for up to the minute fixtures and results!

Parish Clergy: Fr Loughlin Brennan                           Fr. Tom Ryan

Tel. 386227 Mobile 087 9814051                                  Tel. 352223 Mobile 087 6291557

 Recent Deaths: Mary Collins (née Kennedy), Clonkeen

 Anniversaries:                                                Murroe

Willie Hartnett and Deceased members of the Hartnett Family and

Donagh and Jack Hanly                                                                       7pm this Saturday

Willie Quigley and John O’Connell                                         9am this Sunday

Martin and Bridgine Carey and Christine Coughlan (nee Carey) and Margaret Fitzgerald        7pm next Saturday

May They Rest in Peace

Eucharistic Ministers Next Weekend: Boher: Des Duffy.

Murroe: Breda Fitzpatrick 7pm, Josie Meade 9am, Tom Seaver 11.30am

Christmas Ceremonies: Christmas Eve Masses: Boher 7 pm, Murroe 8.30pm.

Christmas Day Masses: Boher 10am, Murroe 9am and 11.30am.

Murroe-Boher Senior Citizens Party will take place on Sunday 12^th January in Millennium Centre Caherconlish. Mass at 1.00 followed by Lunch at 2.00. Music by Sean, Paddy and Karen. Tickets €15 available from Kathleen 087 2387686 or Carmel 087 6107132, also available in Sacristy of both Church’s.

Christmas Mass Bouquet’s available in Church Sacristy’s.

🎶🌟All are invited to the Carol Service on Sunday next 22^nd December at 7.00pm in Murroe Church. ✨🎶

Murroe Post Office: The Post office will be open for normal business on Saturday 21^st December, including full postal deliveries and collections.

Christmas Book: Murroe-Boher Annual Newsletter is now on sale at retail outlets throughout the parish. The committee wish to thank all organisations and contributors for their co-operation and contributions to the magazine this year.

St Vincent de Paul Annual Appeal collection. St Ailbe’s conference wish to thank most sincerely all who contributed to our recent church gate collection in Murroe/Boher. €1096 was collected. St Vincent De Paul is a voluntary organization and in order to protect the confidentiality of people we ask that anyone in need of help please phone 061 317327

The Irish Blood Transfusion Service will be holding a blood donor clinic in the Community Centre, Newport on Sunday 22^nd December. Time 12pm-3pm.

Grinds Teacher Available Business and Accounting, Junior and Leaving Cert. Contact 087 2654070 or chloekeane@gmail.com

Head 2 Head Main Street Murroe – 061 386789. Christmas Eve Special Offer – All Blowdry’s only €15 for one day only. Booking is essential. Please call for appointments. Wishing all our customers a Happy Christmas and New Year. *Follow us on Facebook for further offers.https://www.facebook.com/Head2HeadHSalon/

Boher Annual Walk and Fun Run will take place as usual on St Stephens Day, starting at Boher Community Centre at 11am. This year, donations will be shared between First Responder and Community Alert.

Social Dance in Millennium Centre Caherconlish on Saturday 21^st December. Music by Robert Brown. Tea served. Admission €10

Holmes Florist Cappanuke: Christmas Wreaths, Swags, Table Pieces and arrangements. Now available and made to order. Contact us on 061 386318 or 086 2493499

Maranatha prayer Ministry invites you to our Christmas Healing Retreat at St. Pauls Church, Dooradoyle at 2.30pm through the Ministry of Rev. Fr. Joseph Mary, Monks of Moyross, Limerick on today Sunday 15^th December 2019, Mass at 5pm.  All welcome.

Lotto Results for 8/12/19 -4,20,26,30- No Winner. €20 Lucky Dips Joe Lynch, Mary Harnett, Joe Egan & Peter Gallagher. Next week’s Jackpot €8,100 Draw in Pa McGraths.

Murroe Boher GAA Club are bag packing in Dunnes Stores on Childers Road on Friday 20^th December and Saturday 21^st December. We are looking for volunteers to help us out with these badly needed funds. If you can support us on this for a couple of hours on either day, please contact any member of the Club.

Murroe AFC Notes: Team news: The B team got back on the pitch again last Sunday and were very unlucky to lose out 4-3 in a 7-goal thriller against Coonagh Utd in the Open Cup. The Youth Team’s fixture against Caherdavin Celtic was postponed.  This coming weekend the A Team are  away to Athlunkard Villa in the league at 11am on Sunday (15^th), The C team are at home to Shelbourne at 11am on Sunday in Tubber, and the Youth Team’s Munster Youth Cup fixture goes ahead this Sunday in Tubber at 2pm. Keep an eye on the club Facebook page and Twitter feeds for up to the minute fixtures and results!

Christmas Draw: The Christmas Draw was a great success. A big thank you to all who supported us this year again, and thanks to Darragh and the staff at the Valley Inn for hosting us. Well done to Paul Kett, Madaboy, winner of the 1st prize of €1,000. There’s a full list of the prize winners from the night, (21 prizes in total!!) on the club Facebook page.https://www.facebook.com/murroe.afc

Parish Clergy: Fr Loughlin Brennan                           Fr. Tom Ryan

Tel. 386227 Mobile 087 9814051                                  Tel. 352223 Mobile 087 6291557

Recent Deaths: John Powell, Birdhill, Tipperary formerly Glenstal, Murroe

 Anniversaries:                                                Murroe

Margaret Carey and

Owen and Josie O’Malley                                                        7pm this Saturday

Jimmy and Maureen Kirby and  Breda and Jackie Keays      11.30am this Sunday

Willie Hartnett and Deceased members of the Hartnett Family and  Donagh and Jack Hanly    7pm next Saturday

 Willie Quigley and John O’Connell                                         9am next Sunday

May They Rest in Peace

Eucharistic Ministers Next Weekend: Boher: Elizabeth O’Connor.

Murroe: Bridget Hayes 7pm, Mary O’Brien 9am, Bridgid McLoughlin 11.30am

Feast of the Immaculate Conception: As the 8^th of December this year falls on Sunday, the Holy day has been moved to Monday 9^th. Vigil Mass in Murroe at 7pm on Sunday evening. Masses on Monday, Murroe 9am and 11.30am. Boher 10am.

Murroe-Boher Senior Citizens Party will take place on Sunday 12^th January in Millennium Centre Caherconlish. Mass at 1.00 followed by Lunch at 2.00. Music by Sean, Paddy and Karen. Tickets €15 available from Kathleen 087 2387686 or Carmel 087 6107132, also available in Sacristy of both Church’s.

Confessions will be held after all Masses next weekend 14/15 December. Visiting Priests will attend.

Christmas Mass Bouquet’s available in Church Sacristy’s.

🎶🌟All are invited to the Carol Service on Sunday 22^nd December at 7.00pm in Murroe Church. ✨🎶

Murroe Post Office: The Post office will be open for normal business on Saturday 14^th and Saturday 21^st December, including full postal deliveries and collections.

Christmas Book: The latest edition of Murroe-Boher annual newsletter will be available locally from this coming weekend. The committee wish to thank all contributors to the magazine for their efforts and to wish support for all the businesses who advertised with the book. Without their generosity, it would not be possible to publish

Murroe-Boher Historical Society – Our December talk will be held on Thursday, December 12 at 8.30 p.m. sharp at the Muintir na Tire Hall, Murroe with Noreen Higgins, who will speak to us on “Ireland in 1919-1920: The Beginning of a New State.” Admission €5 to non-members. All welcome.

Grinds Teacher Available Business and Accounting, Junior and Leaving Cert. Contact 087 2654070 or chloekeane@gmail.com

Head 2 Head Main Street Murroe – 061 386789. Christmas Eve Special Offer – All Blowdry’s only €15 for one day only. Booking is essential. Please call for appointments. Wishing all our customers a Happy Christmas and New Year. *Follow us on Facebook for further offers.Head2HeadHSalon

Holmes Florist Cappanuke: Christmas Wreaths, Swags, Table Pieces and arrangements. Now available and made to order. Contact us on 061 386318 or 086 2493499

Boher Community Development Association: Boher Christmas Market will take place this Sunday 8^th December. Savour the atmosphere and buy beautiful Christmas gifts from a wide selection of arts, crafts, baking, needlecraft, woodwork etc. Santa and Mrs Claus will arrive at 1pm where you can join them in their new spectacular grotto. Don’t miss this event!

Boher Community Development Association will launch its 2020 Parish Calendar at O’Neill’s Bar this Sunday 8^th December at 9pm. The calendar includes a delightful selection of old and recent photographs reflecting the lives and achievements of the people of Boher and places of interest. The back of the calendar features some Boher-related snippets from old newspapers and journals. All welcome!

Lotto Results for 1/12/19 -9,10,17,24- No Winner. €20 Lucky Dips Aidan Carmody, Conor O’Malley, Ray Ryan & Mike Hickey. Next week’s Jackpot €8,000 Draw in Powers.

Murroe Boher GAA Club would like you to save the date, Friday 20^th December and Saturday 21^st December, we are holding our Annual bag pack, in Dunnes Stores on Childers road. We are looking for volunteers to help us with these badly needed funds. Please contact any member of the club for more information.

Murroe AFC Notes: Team news: The A team got back to winning ways in the league last Sunday with a good 3-1 win away to neighbours Cappamore Celtic. The C team battled gamely but eventually lost out in a tight match on a 3-2 scoreline against Kilmallock, while the Youth Team went down 4-2 in the FAI Youth Cup against Aisling Annacotty. This coming weekend the B Team are away to Coonagh Utd in the Open Cup, while the A’s C’s and Youths have no fixtures. Keep an eye on the club Facebook page and Twitter feeds for up to the minute fixtures and results!

Christmas Draw this Sunday night 8^th December: Murroe AFC are running our own Christmas Draw this year, with lots of fabulous prizes! All our club members now have tickets. We hope you can support the club’s efforts as always. Draw takes place on Sunday 8^th December in the Valley Inn, Murroe. Tickets €5 each or a book of 6 for €25.