BALLINAMORE ATHLETIC CLUB: Training continues on Tues and Thurs at 7p.m. until Apr 10th with preparation for club, schools and Community Games competitions. Preparations underway for Club Anniversary Commemoration day on Bank Holiday Monday, 5th May.
AUGHNASHEELIN ACTIVE RETIREMENT GROUP (AGE 50+ FOR MEN AND WOMEN): Interested in joining this new group in Aughnasheelin? This group has great plans for social activities, trips, being active, with new and exciting things to do, fostering community well-being and enabling members to get out and meet people in a social setting. Next get together Fri, Apr 4th, in the Community Centre at 11am. Tea and chat - All welcome.
CIORCAL NA MBAN: A bus is organised by the group to Bloom in the Phoenix Park Fri May 30th. If anyone in the community is interested in going there are group rate entry tickets available and seats available on the bus. Please get in touch - contact Shirley (086-6083516) before Mar 27th.
BALLINAMORE WALKING GROUP: Join our walking group, meeting every Tuesday at 10am at the basin near Supervalu. A weekly walk & talk with a friendly group of people. All welcome to join.
COMMUNITY SERVICES HUB in the Den, N41R522: every other Tuesday from 10am-12pm. Featuring information and signposting, free event, all welcome.
LEITRIM ADULT EDUCATIONAL GUIDANCE SERVICE: Are you an adult considering education and unsure of your options? The Leitrim Adult Educational Guidance Service will be in Ballinamore Library on Thurs 17th Apr from 10am to 1pm to answer any questions you might have. No appointment necessary, just come along on the day.
BALLINAMORE CAMINO: 12th July. Registration is through islandtheatre.ie
ISLAND THEATRE BALLINAMORE: Sun 6th Apr, Spring Easter Craft Fair, from 2-4pm. Free entry with many stalls including Makers, Bakers, Crafters and Creators at the annual craft fair, goods for sale. Sat 12th Apr, Little Bo Peep AND The Three Little Pigs, 2pm (doors 1.30pm) Tickets €12/15/45 + fees. Sat 19th Apr, Robert Mizzell €25+BF,8pm.
YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE ADDICTED TO SUFFER FROM ADDICTION! M-PACT, a FREE eight-week family support programme. For the whole family, helping to improve relationships, communication and recovery.
If interested or would like further information please contact 071 9150578 / 085 875 9319 or email sligoleitrim@alcoholforum.com
OUGHTERAGH & DRUMREILLY LOWER PARISH NEWSLETTER
Office Phone: 071 9644039
Office Hours: Tue & Wed Closed Mon, Thur & Fri: 9am – 4pm
Email: ballinamore@kilmorediocese.ie
Website: ballinamoreparish.com
Join us live, @ churchtv.ie Select Leitrim, then Aughawillan, Aughnasheelin, Ballinamore or Corraleehan
BALLINAMORE – St. PATRICK’S CHURCH Mass times: Sat & Sun 11am,Mon 7pm Tue, Wed & Thur 7:30am Fri 9am
Sat 29th
RECENT DEATHS: We pray for Amelia McKeon (sister of Sean McKeon High St.) originally Foxwood, Aughnasheelin who recently died in New York, Patrick Wynne, (Corraleehan and Birmingham) whose funeral will take place in St. Brigid’s Church Corraleehan on Fri 4th April at 12 noon. May their souls rest in peace.
RECENT BAPTISMS: Nora Mae Walsh who was received into the Christian Community through Baptism on Saturday last. Congratulations to her family on this joyous occasion.
THE SWEET SPIRIT COUNTRY GOSPEL SINGERS: under the direction of Tish Dunleavy will return to St Patrick's Church Aughawillan for a concert on Friday 11th April 2025 at 8pm. Proceeds to 'Aware' and Parish funds.
VISITATION OF THE SICK AND HOUSEBOUND: will take place during the week. Fr Sean and Fr Moses will be in contact with you in advance of their visit.
CATHOLIC MOTHERS IRELAND RETREAT DAY: Join us for a day of Spiritual Restoration, Inspiring Talks, Holy Mass, Prayer and Confession in Gillooly Hall, Sligo Town, Co. Sligo on Sat 3rd May. This all-day Retreat will run from 10am – 6pm. Email catholicmothers@outlook.ie for more information or to book your place.
ST PATRICKS CHURCH BALLINAMORE: along with the Cathedral of St. Patrick & Felim, Cavan, St. Anne’s Church, Bailieboro and St Clare’s Church, Manorhamilton have been decreed as Jubilee Churches. You can obtain a Jubilee Indulgence by visiting one of these sacred spaces. Leaflets with more information on the how to obtain the Jubilee Indulgence and how to participate in Special Jubilee Activities are available in each church porch.
PARISH MISSION: A parish mission will take place from October 19th - 24th 2025. It will be conducted by Net Ministries Ireland who are based in Ballybofey Co. Donegal. Please put these dates in your diary.
CEMETERY SUNDAY DATES: Corraleehan: Sun July 27th mass at 12pm. Aughnasheelin: Sun Aug 3rd mass at 12pm. Aughawillan: Sun Aug.10th Mass at 9.45am. Oughteragh: Sun.Aug.17th mass 1pm. Priests Graves: Sept.7th
BALLINAMORE PRAYER GROUP: 8pm on Tuesdays at the Parish Centre. Come along and invite your friends.
RETREAT: A one day retreat entitled "Meeting God in Prayer and Scripture", given by Sr Susan Doughtery, MSHR will take place in the Pastoral Centre, Cullies, Cavan on Sunday 6th April 2025. Commencing at 10.00 am, the day will include the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Mass, and conclude around 5.00pm. The fee of €50 also covers lunch and breaks. For further info / to book please contact Eileen at 086 2426699 as soon as possible. (Organised by Kilmore Apostolic Work Society)
PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES 2025: Kilmore Diocese Pilgrimage to Lourdes led by Bishop Martin Hayes. From 30th May for 5 nights, Tel: 049-4361222 or email, info@cavantravel.com
IMPORTANT DATES FOR 2025:
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION:
Aughawillan: Sun 4th May @ 9.45am Ballinamore: Sat 17th May @ 12pm Aughnasheelin: Sun 18th May @ 12 pm
THE YOUNG PARENTS SUPPORT PROGRAMME: offers support to young parents who are expecting a baby or already have a child. This support can include but not limited to pre- and post-natal support, independent living and education/training. This is a free and confidential service. If you would like to get involved contact: lindahalstead@homeyouthliaisonservice.ie or 087 7917000
LEITRIM ALZHEIMER CAFÉ: Free Information Café, 4th Thursday of every month. Commercial Hotel, Ballinamore. Contact Mary 087 0024190.
SCOIL CHLANN NAOFA, BALLINAMORE: is accepting applications for admission to our school for the 2025/26 school year. Please contact 071 964 5001 or email info@scoilchlannnaofa.com for an enrolment pack. Thank you.
AUGHAWILLAN N.S. are now taking Enrolments for September 2025. Enrolment forms are now available by
e-mailing: aughawillanns@gmail.com or contacting the office on 071 9644246.
- MARY’S N.S. AUGHNASHEELIN: is now accepting enrolments for September 2025. Enrolment forms are available by contacting the school at, 071 9644868 or by email to, office@stmarysnsaughnasheelin.com
AUGHAWILLAN WHIST: second Tues of the month at 8:30pm. New members always welcome.
BALLINAMORE WHIST DRIVE: first Thurs of each month at 8:30pm in the Island Theatre. New members welcome.
RSS APPLICATIONS: The Rural Social Scheme application forms will soon be available for completion by anybody who is in receipt of a long term SW payment and wishes to work on the RSS, tel: 071-9641770, or online at ldco.ie
AUGHNASHEELIN DEVELOPMENT GROUP: The Gathering Event happens May 24th, celebrating community and heritage. As part of this great weekend, a scheduled event takes place in Aughnasheelin on 24th May, with traditional food workshops, our community coffee morning and vintage farm equipment. Special focus on the 1960s Aughnasheelin Water Scheme. Not to be missed - tell your friends and family to save the date.
THE RURAL SOCIAL SCHEME: has vacancies in the local Area. To participate in the Scheme an individual must be in receipt of an eligible Social Welfare payment such as Farm Assist, Job Seekers Allowance or Disability Allowance, The Individual or Family Member must have access to an active Herd Number. Please contact Gerry on 086 771 6896 or Leitrim Development Company on 071 964 1770 or Email schemes@ldco.ie for more information.
TEMPLEPORT SOCIAL SERVICES-DAY CENTRE: on Wednesdays. Usual transport schedule. Any queries contact Ann Maguire 087 765 5096 or Anne Smith 087 285 7471. Looking forward to seeing you all
