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A THOUGHT FOR TODAY
Perhaps if this Gospel was read in Irish Churches 50 years ago, the unquestioned assumption of the faithful might have been to believe that these words of Christ were not really meant for them, more for 'holy' people like priests and nuns who hear that special call to go out and preach the Gospel. The good people of God may have been mislead into believing that, rather than actually participating in the mission of Christ, their role was to 'sit in the stands as spectators' as those with 'special callings' set out to exercise the particular charisms only given to them. Maybe the residue of such a narrow theology of Baptism is still evident in our churches.

PLEASE PRAY FOR
Please pray for the happy repose of Mona Warrel, (nee Woods) Southport, and Molly Byrne, Coolremoney, who died last week. May God grant them eternal rest and console to all those who mourn them.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Continues this week Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday. If you have an hour to spare please drop in and pray for Vocations to priesthood and religious life.

ROSARY IN MAY
Join with your Parish Community to pray the Rosary before week-day Mass during the month of May. Rosary will begin 15 minutes before Mass time.

CHILDRENS LITURGY
Next Childrens Liturgy at 10.30am Mass on Sunday the 11th May. All children 4 - 8 years old are invited to attend.

CONGRATULATIONS
Congratulations to  Erin o’ Connor, Feegavla & Ron Finegan, Carlingford and Feargal Woods, Blackstaff & Aisling Dowd, Cootehill. Both couples were married last weekend. We wish them health and happiness in their lives together.

ALTAR SERVERS
GROUP E Begins duty next weekend 17/18th May. Please check you list.

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
Exam Mass: Friday 16th May 8pm
First Communion: Sunday 18th May 10.30am
Blessing of Graves: Sunday 13th July

ECUMENCIAL SERVICE
On Pentecost Sunday 11th May 3pm in Donagh old Cemetery (near Glaslough). Bishop Duffy, Bishop Jackson and Bishop Suheil Dawani, Anglican Bishop of Jerusalem will be in attendance.

QUESTIONS PEOPLE ASK
Q. In the forty days between the Resurrection and Ascension where was Jesus or what was he doing?
A. Jesus was fully glorified at his resurrection. His earthly body had gone, having served the mission of the incarnation. However, for the sake of his disciples in their transition from knowing him in the flesh to knowing him by faith, he came back to them in various apparitions. In each apparition story a particular aspect of faith is emphasised such as knowing the Lord in personal call (Magdalene), the breaking of bread, the appointment of Peter as shepherd. The Ascension marks the final departure of Jesus and the closure of the transition period. `Blessed are those who have not seen and yet believe`. Fr Silvester O’Flynn OFM Cap Email silvesteroflynn@gmail.com.

PETER’S PENCE COLLECTION
For the support of the Holy Father - Pope Benedict is now due, please use the envelope in your Parish envelopes to contribute to this collection. Please be generous.

PREPARING FOR EXAMS - PRAYER SPONSOR
All the prayer for exams cards returned have now been distributed to prayer-sponsors who will pray for you as you prepare and sit your exams. If you would like a prayer-sponsor please return your request form.

EXAM MASS: FRIDAY 16TH MAY @ 8PM
Mary Mother of Mercy Church, Inniskeen.Mass will be prepared by young people of the parish. Come along and pray for all exam students.

LOUGH DERG
“Bringing you the gift of hope”
One day retreats: May 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 11, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 24, 25, 26, 27.
Cost €27. Includes boat fare and lunch. To book telephone 071 9861518.

10 DAY PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND
3rd - 12th September 2008. €1,125 p.p.s. For further information contact Ann Diamond 17 Derrygarve Road Castledawson BT 45 8HA Tel: (048) 79 468134 or Fr Peter McGuinness Castleross on 042 9690013.

MEDJUGORJE YOUTH PILGRIMAGE
2nd-9th August Spiritual Director Fr. Gabriel Kelly cc. Kinawley.
For further information contact Ann McGovern 048 67748131.

PATRICK KAVANAGH CENTRE NEWS

CHILDRENS’ POETRY WORKSHOP
Ages 8 to 14 yrs. Planned for Thursday, 10th July at the Centre.
Full details will be circulated through the local schools.

NATIONAL KAVANAGH DAY
Sunday 20th July

ANNUAL WRITERS’ WEEKEND
25th - 27th July. Workshops in short story writing. Director:  Anthony Glavin.

VISITORS TO THE CENTRE
The Annual Poetry Workshops which took place last weekend were a great success with participants from all over Ireland. Among the many visitors to the Centre during March and April were Croatian delegations that were on a study tour of Co. Development Partnerships in Monaghan. On Saturday last the International Police Association who was holding their annual conference in Drogheda took time out to visit the Centre and Kavanagh Country.

TRIBUTE CONCERT TO THE LATE GENE CARROLL
A very special thanks to all who supported this concert which was a resounding success.
All proceeds are going to the local Hospice.

GO SCOUTING - INNISKEEN /KILLANNY
6th Monaghan Scout Group. Over 50 children from the area have registered to become part of the new Scout Group. First meeting in Killanny Parish Hall on this Wednesday 7th May. Beavers: 6.30 - 7.30pm; Cubs: 7.45 - 8.45pm.
A sincere thanks to all who have volunteered to act as leaders. We know it will be a valuable experience for both children and adults.

CAR BOOT SALE
Killanny Church Car Park on Sunday 19th May from 1 o'clock to 6 o'clock. Cars and vans welcome. Contact Laura for information on 087 2488490. All proceeds taken at the gate is going to the Parish Hall Restoration Fund.

SENIOR CITIZENS PARTY
A final reminder that all replies to our invitations to the party must be in no later than 6pm. On Wednesday May the 7th.

COLLEGE GRANTS
Application forms are now available from either: Co. Monaghan VEC, Market Street, Monaghan (047 30888 / email: educ@monaghanvec.ie) or Monaghan County Council, The Glen, Monaghan. (047 30550 / email: lbrannigan@monaghancoco.ie).

UPCOMING TOURS
Balmoral Show May 16th, Wicklow & Avoca June 21st  All Day Trips €60.00 per person, evening meal included. Short Break to London & The Chelsea Flower Show May 21st - 25th, Tour of Northern Ireland June 9th -13th.  Contact 042 9378188 for more information.

INNISKEEN PICK 4 LOTTO
Jackpot now €8,700. Lotto benefits ladies G.A.A., Blackstaff Parents Association, Development Group and the Patrick Kavanagh Centre. Why not try your luck and walk away with the top prize!

UNEMPLOYED??
Would you like to return to work?? If you have a disability or lack confidence in seeking employment, support is available by contacting Co. Louth Supported Employment Partnership Ltd at 087 6386885 Mon-Fri 9.00am-5.00pm. This programme is supported by FÁS and funded under NDP.

MESSAGES FOR NEWSLETTER
Must be in by Wednesday night. You can leave messages in Post Box at Fr. Martin’s house, by fax at 042 9378988, or e-mail martintreanor@eircom.net. Please note change of e-mail address.