OUGHTERAGH & DRUMREILLY LOWER PARISH NEWSLETTER
Aughawillan – Aughnasheelin - Ballinamore & Corraleehan
Office Phone: 071 9644039
Office Hours: Tue & Wed Closed Mon, Thur & Fri: 9am – 4pm
Email: ballinamore@kilmorediocese.ie
Website: ballinamoreparish.com
Fr. Seán Mawn P.P. Home 071 96 81992
Mob 087 686 9040
MASS AT ST.PATRICK’S WELL AUGHNASHEELIN: As part of our celebrations for the Jubilee Year of Hope it is planned to celebrate a mass at St. Patrick’s Well (weather permitting) on Saturday May 24th. This will coincide with The Aughnasheelin Gathering Event which takes place that weekend. The mass is scheduled for 7pm and to keep in the spirit of a pilgrimage it is suggested that (for those who are able) to walk from the church to the well. More details next week. Mass in Corraleehan church that evening will be at 8:15pm.
BALLINAMORE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: The Capuchin Missions wish to Acknowledge and sincerely thank all parishioners for the recent contribution to the Irish Capuchin Missions in the amount of €615.00. With every good wish and Blessings, Br. Joe Gallagher, OFM CAP, Kilkenny Friary. Your generosity to our missions in Zambia and South Africa is of immense value to the Christian communities we serve there.
TROCAIRE BOXES: A final reminder to please bring in your Trócaire donations so that we can forward them to Trócaire. You can place your donati0ns in the Trócaire envelope provided or in an envelope clearly marked for Trócaire. Your contributions are gratefully appreciated.
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 - Priest’s Graves: Sept.7th following 11am mass.
PADRE PIO PETITIONS: A box for petitions, will be left in the Padre Pio side altar this weekend. All petitions will be brought to the tomb of Padre Pio and offered up during Mass which is being said there in the course of pilgrimage taking place from the 20th to 28th May.
OUGHTERAGH PARISH - LOUGH DERG: One day retreat for our parish takes place on Sat 23rd August 2025. For more information or bookings contact the parish office 071-9644039 or 087-9610911.
CONGRATULATIONS: and best wishes to Ballinamore Athletic Club on the occasion of their 60th Anniversary.
RETIREMENT CELEBRATION**: Veronica Smith, Postwoman is retiring after 40 years of dedicated service in our community. To mark this special occasion, a retirement function will be held on 10th May 2025 @ 9:30pm in Priors Bar, High Street. We invite everyone to come along and wish her well in retirement. Let’s send Veronica off with the celebration she truly deserves.
DARKNESS INTO LIGHT: Ballinamore Community School is proud to once again host the annual Darkness Into Light Walk. While the event is organised by the school, it is a whole-community occasion, open to all. The walk takes place at 4.15am on Saturday 10th May 2025 starting and finishing at the school. Together, we walk 5km towards the sunrise to show our support for everyone in our community who is affected by mental health challenges. This powerful event reminds us that there is hope, help, and light even in the darkest moments. Register now at: www.darknessintolight.ie
COMMUNITY SERVICES HUB from 10am-12noon in the Den, N41R522. Upcoming dates: Tuesdays: 6th May, 20th May, 3rd June, 17th June, 1st July, 15th July, 29th July.
GENTLE EXERCISE CLASS: Exercise session including seated and standing exercises for improved mobility, flexibility and balance. On Thursday's at 10am on the 8th & 22nd May and 5th June. In Ballinamore Old Primary School (beside the old convent & new national school), All welcome.
MONAGHAN INSTITUTE'S OPEN EVENING Thursday 8th May 2025, from 4-7pm. For leaving cert students and their families. Showcasing the Institute’s Third Level courses.
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
AUGHNASHEELIN GATHERING EVENT: The Leitrim gathering weekend takes place from 23rd-25th May in the whole county, and here in Aughnasheelin we will have our local event on Saturday 24th May. This is a day to highlight old traditions of the area and will include demonstrations on boxty making and brown soda bread for anyone who would like to learn including the younger generation, so we don’t lose the knowledge. These demonstrations will run from 10am to 1pm. Booking essential as places are limited. Text 086-6083516 to reserve a spot or book on Eventbrite. The Ciorcal na mBan Group will have their community coffee morning at 1pm. We will have a celebration of the work of our Group Water Scheme in the 1960s, including a video presentation, photos and memories. The weekend will continue on the Sunday with the annual May Walk in aid of the North West Hospice & Irish Cancer Society at 1pm - another nice community event that everyone is welcome to join in. Registration is €10.00 and it will finish off the weekend with a cuppa and treats in the community centre after walk.
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. Tea and chat - All welcome.
NORTH WEST STEM FEST: North West STEM Fest takes place again this summer from 28th July to Aug 1st, in the Island Theatre, Ballinamore. The theme is connections and it's the perfect opportunity for incoming 1st years, and others, to get to know each other. Contact Seán on 089 9596278 to book.
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.
BALLINAMORE CAMINO: 12th July. Registration is through islandtheatre.ie
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
BURREN OUTDOOR RETREAT: Sat 17th to Mon 19th May. Would you like to come on a guided journey through the Burren with its limestone pavements, rare flora and ancient sacred sites? Let the beauty of the amazing Burren landscape renew you in body and soul. Information: Mary 087 970 1130. Booking: Des 085 1614951
76THE 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
LEITRIM CALLING’- befriending visitation project seek Volunteers to provide a home visit for one hour per week. The Volunteer will be matched with an older person (client) in the Ballinamore area and through mutual interests. The Volunteer will be provided with full training. The Volunteer will be introduced to the client by the Coordinator on the first visit and then will continue as suits all. Please apply on www.ivol.ie or contact Claire @ claire@volunteerleitrim.ie
