Drives take place in the hall of the school across the road from the Old St. Mary’s Church, Clonmel, on the 2nd Friday of each month from September – April.
Serving supper, providing sandwiches and washing up are usually done by non-players – it involves being present from about 9.00pm – 1030pm.
We would also like to see more parishioners playing with us.
It is a parish activity and the proceeds go to parish funds. There are usually two people involved each night.
I hope we can have enough people prepared to take the responsibility for supper so that everybody only has to do it once during the season. Volunteers, please!
Friday, 9th January 2009
Friday, 14th February 2009
Friday, 13th March 2009
Volunteers talk to Bob Savage or the Rector
Sunday Service details can be found on @clonmelunion on Facebook
Sunday Service details can be found on @clonmelunion on Facebook
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Board of Management Training
Members of our school Board of management attended training provide by our diocese during the last few weeks. Some had attended training sessions provided by CPSMA, which did not meet with our bishop’s requirements. Canon Harvey, Rector of Abbeyleix trained as a facilitator for this purpose and he covered a lot of ground in what were rather long evenings. We learned ,but just a importantly, as with every training or conference session we met others who do the same work and that is just as important as learning legal and practical requirements. Thank-you to those who attended the meetings. Your commitment to our teachers and pupils’ welfare is most appreciated.
Envelope Scheme & Sustentation/Assessment
Just a gentle reminder to those of you who may still wish to make a contribution to this annual collection for funding the live ministry.
If you would like to contribute through the envelope scheme, talk to the Rector or Churchwardens.
If you would like to contribute through the envelope scheme, talk to the Rector or Churchwardens.
Confirmation 2009
It is now time to tell the Rector if you would like to be confirmed in 2009. Classes will be organised according to the availability of candidates. It is important that if you are being confirmed in school that you tell the Rector – one of the requirements of being confirmed in this diocese is that you provide the bishop with proof of your attendance at public worship during your preparation – you will usually be provided with an attendance card to be signed by whoever conducts worship on the Sundays you attend.
If you are an adult and missed out in you younger days, it is never too late!!
Confirmation 2009 is at Lismore Cathedral and will be on Sunday, 7th June at 3.30pm.
If you are an adult and missed out in you younger days, it is never too late!!
Confirmation 2009 is at Lismore Cathedral and will be on Sunday, 7th June at 3.30pm.
New Diocesan Youth Officer
Scott Evans is just beginning to take up his appointment as Youth officer for our diocese. His role is to work with those over 12years and upwards. I intend inviting him to meet parishioners of that age group in the near future. It will be an informal meeting, probably at the Rectory so that he can meet with young parishioners and hear what they might like him to organise in the parish or at diocesan level.
In order to do anything as a parish group, we need volunteers to lead a youth group!
Yes, if we want “something for our young people” we need people who are prepared to give of time and energy to lead. The Rector has considerable experience in youth work, but it is not possible for her or anybody else to do anything on their own!
In order to do anything as a parish group, we need volunteers to lead a youth group!
Yes, if we want “something for our young people” we need people who are prepared to give of time and energy to lead. The Rector has considerable experience in youth work, but it is not possible for her or anybody else to do anything on their own!
Diocesan Magazine
Copies of the magazine have been ordered for the coming year. There are a few outstanding subscriptions. If you have not ordered yours, you may do so at any time. This is published once a month for 11 months of the year (August excluded). It brings you news of all the parishes and other information that is useful to all members of our diocese. It is a way of keeping up with what is going on.
For the moment, the Rector is organising it’s ordering and distribution. The annual subscription is €30. As subscriptions must be paid in advance, orders cannot be made if subscriptions have not been received.
For the moment, the Rector is organising it’s ordering and distribution. The annual subscription is €30. As subscriptions must be paid in advance, orders cannot be made if subscriptions have not been received.
Select Vestry Meeting
Will meet again on Monday, 12th January 2009 in Old St. Mary’s at 8.00pm. We did not have a quorum at our last meeting, so no meeting took place. If you cannot attend, please send in apologies in sufficient time for the meeting to be cancelled if necessary and so avoid having people travel unnecessarily.
Training for Sunday School Teachers & Parish Panel
Training for Sunday School Teachers & Parish Panel – Before undertaking the role of Sunday School teacher/leader, all those who have volunteered must attend training in Safeguarding Trust. The next training day is on Saturday, 24th January 2009 in the Clubhouse Hotel, Patrick Street, Kilkenny from 10.00am-12noon. You must let me know if you intend being there before 19th January. Panel members must also attend the workers session as they need to know what the workers have been taught. After a light lunch, there will be a further training session for the panel members.
Carpark at the Church & Hall
Just to clarify that church attenders may park in the hall area on
Sundays when the barrier is raised. The chains on the other spaces may be unscrewed on Sundays also.
Sundays when the barrier is raised. The chains on the other spaces may be unscrewed on Sundays also.
Singing Group
Next meetings: Friday, 16th January 2009 & Friday, 30th January 2009 @ 8.00pm in Old St. Mary’s Clonmel. New faces and voices always welcome.
Planning your Wedding
You should contact the Rector of the Parish when you set the date of your wedding – you should not book the hotel first because the church may not be available on the date you plan.
In the case of inter-Church weddings, you should contact both clergy involved and it is necessary to have a chat with both clergy before making final decisions.
In the case of inter-Church weddings, you should contact both clergy involved and it is necessary to have a chat with both clergy before making final decisions.
Licensing
24th June 2009 – Put this date in your diary! Because on that day at 8.00pm we will
all be in Lismore Cathedral for the licensing of James Mulhall as a priest of the Church of Ireland. James will serve in the Clonmel Union of Parishes as a Non-Stipendiary priest and will provide the Rector with much needed help. This will be a very important day for our parish and everybody needs to share in this celebration. James has served as a priest in another tradition and his return to ministry is in part due to your support and friendship. Few parishes get the opportunity to celebrate such an event, so, take up your pen and pencil in the date on your calendars, diaries or wherever else you post important dates to remember!
In the meantime, pray for James, Suzanne and little Jacob as they prepare to make big changes to their lives – pray for all training for ministry and commit yourselves to be open to the pastoral care provided for you by your Church.
all be in Lismore Cathedral for the licensing of James Mulhall as a priest of the Church of Ireland. James will serve in the Clonmel Union of Parishes as a Non-Stipendiary priest and will provide the Rector with much needed help. This will be a very important day for our parish and everybody needs to share in this celebration. James has served as a priest in another tradition and his return to ministry is in part due to your support and friendship. Few parishes get the opportunity to celebrate such an event, so, take up your pen and pencil in the date on your calendars, diaries or wherever else you post important dates to remember!
In the meantime, pray for James, Suzanne and little Jacob as they prepare to make big changes to their lives – pray for all training for ministry and commit yourselves to be open to the pastoral care provided for you by your Church.
Retirement of Dean of Lismore
The Dean of Lismore, the Very Rev. William Beare retiring on the 31st December 2008, having reached his 75th birthday on St. Stephen’s Day. We wish him and rose good health and a happy retirement in Cork.
Coffee Time
This will be a “drop – in” type of morning. Your are invited – all of you –
to drop into the Rectory on Saturday, 31st January 2009 between 10.00am – 12.30pm. The idea is to facilitate parishioners meeting each other over a cup of tea or coffee. There will be a biscuit and, if your lucky, maybe a scone and jam! There will be a jam-jar for anybody who might like to make a donation to the Hall Restoration Fund – no obligation! This invitation included all of all ages.
to drop into the Rectory on Saturday, 31st January 2009 between 10.00am – 12.30pm. The idea is to facilitate parishioners meeting each other over a cup of tea or coffee. There will be a biscuit and, if your lucky, maybe a scone and jam! There will be a jam-jar for anybody who might like to make a donation to the Hall Restoration Fund – no obligation! This invitation included all of all ages.
School News
The children took part in Christian Aid’s “Christmas Stocking” initiative
before Christmas. They had spent quite some time learning about the needs of people in poorer parts of the world and they held their own “in-house” bring and buy sale just before going on holiday before Christmas. We await news as to what they might be able to supply to a family; a goat, perhaps! Well done!!
The Christmas Concert was a huge success – wonderful music and acting! The venue was the GAA pavilion on Western road. Well done!!!
before Christmas. They had spent quite some time learning about the needs of people in poorer parts of the world and they held their own “in-house” bring and buy sale just before going on holiday before Christmas. We await news as to what they might be able to supply to a family; a goat, perhaps! Well done!!
The Christmas Concert was a huge success – wonderful music and acting! The venue was the GAA pavilion on Western road. Well done!!!
Christmas Whist Drive
This was a great success with a fantastic attendance – prizes & supper were super and a good night was had by all!
Old Palace
The Diocesan Council met for the 1st time in the old Bishop’s Palace in Kilkenny on 9th December. The Palace is now the headquarters of the Heritage council, but we still retain the right to hold 12 events in the building annually – it was much more pleasant and warm than St. Canice’s Library.
Welcome
To the Rev Charles McCollum was he begins his ministry as Rector of Dunleckney Group of Parishes (Bagnelstown)
Christmas Worship 2008
We began our celebration of Christmas with the Mid-night Eucharist
in St. Paul’s, Cahir. The Rev Arthur Carter celebrated and the Rector assisted.
Congregations in Fethard and Clonmel were very good. Mathilda Magner read the gospel in Fethard. And, in Clonmel, Bill & Kate Johnston played the violin during Holy Communion. Thank-you to our church decorators.
Tullaghmeelan was the venue for the service on the 28th. Tristan Buchwald and Sam Tarleton read, Sam, who is only six, shared a reading with his Dad. This service took the form of carols & readings with special remembrance of those who were baptised, confirmed and married during the year and of those who had died. We committed ourselves to trying harder during 2009.
in St. Paul’s, Cahir. The Rev Arthur Carter celebrated and the Rector assisted.
Congregations in Fethard and Clonmel were very good. Mathilda Magner read the gospel in Fethard. And, in Clonmel, Bill & Kate Johnston played the violin during Holy Communion. Thank-you to our church decorators.
Tullaghmeelan was the venue for the service on the 28th. Tristan Buchwald and Sam Tarleton read, Sam, who is only six, shared a reading with his Dad. This service took the form of carols & readings with special remembrance of those who were baptised, confirmed and married during the year and of those who had died. We committed ourselves to trying harder during 2009.
Christmas Worship 2008
We began our celebration of Christmas with the Mid-night Eucharist
in St. Paul’s, Cahir. The Rev Arthur Carter celebrated and the Rector assisted.
Congregations in Fethard and Clonmel were very good. Mathilda Magner read the gospel in Fethard. And, in Clonmel, Bill & Kate Johnston played the violin during Holy Communion. Thank-you to our church decorators.
Tullaghmeelan was the venue for the service on the 28th. Tristan Buchwald and Sam Tarleton read, Sam, who is only six, shared a reading with his Dad. This service took the form of carols & readings with special remembrance of those who were baptised, confirmed and married during the year and of those who had died. We committed ourselves to trying harder during 2009.
in St. Paul’s, Cahir. The Rev Arthur Carter celebrated and the Rector assisted.
Congregations in Fethard and Clonmel were very good. Mathilda Magner read the gospel in Fethard. And, in Clonmel, Bill & Kate Johnston played the violin during Holy Communion. Thank-you to our church decorators.
Tullaghmeelan was the venue for the service on the 28th. Tristan Buchwald and Sam Tarleton read, Sam, who is only six, shared a reading with his Dad. This service took the form of carols & readings with special remembrance of those who were baptised, confirmed and married during the year and of those who had died. We committed ourselves to trying harder during 2009.
Carol Services 2008
The choir of St. Mary’s, Irishtown joined us for the Carol Service in Old St.
Mary’s. Jonas, a student from Germany played Schindler’s List before the service
and played some Irish dance music at the end that kept people in the church. The Mayor, councillors and the Deputy Chariperson of the Co. Council attended, as did a large congregation.
A large congregation enjoyed the service St. Paul’s, Cahir on 14th December. Cahir Choral Society sang a selection of carols and Maggie Davis’ students provided added joy. Young Mr Thomas Grogan opened the service with the 1st verse of “Once in Royal David city” and brought the service to an end with a breath-taking rendition of “O Holy night” Thank-you to Hilary & her helpers for the refreshments.
On 21st December, a large congregation gathered for the Carol Service in Holy trinity, Fethard. The local clergy took part and the congregation sang joyously. Thank-you to the parishioners for the refreshments afterwards.
Mary’s. Jonas, a student from Germany played Schindler’s List before the service
and played some Irish dance music at the end that kept people in the church. The Mayor, councillors and the Deputy Chariperson of the Co. Council attended, as did a large congregation.
A large congregation enjoyed the service St. Paul’s, Cahir on 14th December. Cahir Choral Society sang a selection of carols and Maggie Davis’ students provided added joy. Young Mr Thomas Grogan opened the service with the 1st verse of “Once in Royal David city” and brought the service to an end with a breath-taking rendition of “O Holy night” Thank-you to Hilary & her helpers for the refreshments.
On 21st December, a large congregation gathered for the Carol Service in Holy trinity, Fethard. The local clergy took part and the congregation sang joyously. Thank-you to the parishioners for the refreshments afterwards.
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