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THE
Ambassador
‘So we are ambassadors for Christ...’ 2 Corinthians 5:20
THE MAGAZINE OF THE CHURCH OF IRELAND - DIOCESE OF ARMAGH APRIL/MAY 2020
Inside This Issue
WELcomE To ArcHBISHoP
ELEcT. - Page 3 & 36
AYAc - Page 26
cHUrcH ArmY - Page 27
AroUND THE DIocESE - Page 34 & 35
PRICE £1.25
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Farewell to Archbishop
Richard Clarke
Archbishop Richard Clarke celebrated the
Eucharist and preached in St Patrick's
Church of Ireland Cathedral on Sunday
evening 2nd February 2020 for what was his
final occasion as Archbishop of Armagh and
Primate of All Ireland. He had announced
in November 2019 his intention to retire on
2 February which in the church calendar is
known as The Presentation of Christ in the
Temple or Candlemas, 40 days after
Christmas.
In his sermon Archbishop Richard reminded
us that at Christmas, Christ had come as the
light of the world and at Candlemas that light
is brought out by God's people to the whole
world.
The Archbishop said that tonight he will be
'letting go' of the Armagh Crozier (his staff).
He went on to say that we are all challenged
to let go of things that we may cherish most,
for the sake of the gospel. But one thing we Archdeacon Terry Scott paid tribute to Diocesan Secretary Jane Leighton spoke on
should never let go of is the hand of Jesus Archbishop Richard on behalf of the Clergy behalf of the people, the diocesan staff
Christ. and Readers while Canon Bill Adair members, Diocesan Council and the various
presented a gift on their behalf. Boards, thanking Archbishop Richard for all
The Cathedral was filled to capacity with that he has meant to us all. She finished off
many guests, friends, clergy and church with a witty limerick which brought smiles
leaders. Representatives from civic society and laughter in abundance.
including the Earl of Caledon - Lord
Lieutenant of Armagh and Lady Caledon. Honorary Secretary Helen McClenaghan
The Lord Mayor of Armagh City Banbridge presented gifts on behalf of the people.
and Craigavon Council.
Archbishop Richard responded graciously
and thanked the many people who had
been with him on "his adventure" as primate
- the clergy and people of the Armagh
Diocese, the Diocesan staff and volunteers,
the central church staff, the House of
Bishops and his friend and co-Archbishop of
Armagh - Eamon Martin.
Following the service in the Cathedral,
supper was served in the Alexander Synod
Hall.
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Cover Photo:
New Archbishop of
Armagh and Primate
Ambassador
of All Ireland - Bishop
Bishop John
John McDowell
McDowell elected as
New Archbishop of
Armagh and Primate
THE
coPY DEADLINE
The deadline for the next edition of
of All Ireland
“The Ambassador” (June/July) will be
8th May 2020. No items will be On behalf of the clergy and laity of Armagh Diocese I offer
accepted after this date. Material will the heartiest of congratulations
ONLY be accepted by e-mail to to Bishop John McDowell on his election as our next
magazine@armagh.anglican.org as Archbishop.
an attached ‘Word’ document.
Bishop John can be assured of our good wishes and prayers
as he prepares for his translation on 28th April.
VIEWS EXPrESSED
Views expressed in the Ambassador We very much look forward to welcoming him, his wife Mary,
are those of the contributor and are and daughter Dorothy to Armagh.
not necessarily the views of the Editor
or the magazine committee. Terry Scott
Archdeacon of Armagh
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St Patrick’s
Cathedral,
Armagh
OUR DIOCESAN CATHEDRAL -
A PLACE OF WORSHIP, HISTORY
AND WELCOME
Worship April/May 2020
Every Sunday:- 10am Holy Communion
(Rite 1)
Sunday 5th April – The Sixth Sunday in Lent / Palm Sunday SPECIAL SERVICES
11.00am Sung Eucharist (Rite 2) Setting: A Celtic Eucharist (White) Sunday 2nd February at 6.00pm
Anthem: Hosanna in the Highest (Palestrina) A Celebration of the Eucharist to mark the conclusion of the
Sermon: The Dean
3.15pm Choral Evensong & Litany Setting: Wood in D primatial ministry of the Most Revd Dr Richard Clarke.
Anthem: Let all the world in every corner sing (V Williams) Celebrant & Preacher: Archbishop Clarke
Sunday 12th April – EASTER DAY Sunday 23rd February at 3.15pm
11.00am Sung Eucharist (Rite 2) Setting: Sumsion in F GFS Diocesan Festival Service
Anthem: The Strife is O’er (Ley)
Sermon: The Dean
3.15pm Choral Evensong Setting: Brewer in D Wednesday 6th March: Ash Wednesday
Anthem: Blessed be the God and Father (S S Wesley) 10.00am Sung Eucharist
Celebrant: The Dean
Sunday 19th April – The Second Sunday of Easter 7.30pm Choral Evensong
11.00am Eucharist (Rite 2) (said with hymns)
Sermon: The Dean
3.15pm Choral Evensong sung by the Armagh Diocesan Singers Tuesday 17th March: St Patrick’s Day
10.00am Holy Communion in Irish
Sunday 26th April – The Third Sunday of Easter 11.00am Sung Eucharist
11.00am Sung Eucharist (Rite 2) Setting: Stanford in C Celebrant & Preacher: The Dean
Anthem: O Sons and Daughters (Davies)
Sermon: The Reverend Tony Davidson, Ecumenical Canon
3.15pm Choral Evensong Setting: Harwood in A flat Saturday 21st March 5.00pm
Anthem: This Joyful Eastertide Choral Evensong – St Patrick’s-tide, followed by wine and cheese
in the Music Hall
Sunday 3rd May – The Fourth Sunday of Easter
11.00am Eucharist (Rite 2) (said with hymns)
Sermon: The Dean Saturday 28th March
3.15pm Friends Festival Service of Choral Evensong sung by the Armagh 3.00pm Memorial Service for Major General The O’Morchoe,
Diocesan Singers former Officer Commanding the Royal Irish Fusiliers.
Sunday 10th May – The Fifth Sunday of Easter
11.00am Sung Eucharist (Rite 2) Setting: A German Mass (Schubert)
Anthem: Now the green blade riseth (Wood) CONCERTS
Sermon: The Reverend Canon Bill Adair, Treasurer
3.15pm Choral Evensong & Litany Setting: Stanford in B flat Friday 13th March at 8pm
Anthem: Awake thou wintry earth (Bach) Brian Kennedy will give a concert as part of The Home of St
Patrick Festival, Brian is one of the country’s most inspired and
Sunday 17th May – The Sixth Sunday of Easter / Rogation Sunday
11.00am Sung Eucharist (Rite 2) Setting: Noble in B minor revered ambassadors of music. He is not only a prolific songwriter
Anthem: The Heaves are Telling (Haydn) but a master interpreter of lyrics as well, and audiences around
Sermon: The Dean the world continue to praise his exceptional vocal talents.
3.15pm Choral Evensong Setting: Hylton Stewart in C
Anthem: Thou visitest the earth (Greene) Support for the evening is by singer/songwriter Eilidh Patterson.
Sunday 24th May – The Seventh Sunday of Easter / Sunday after Ascension Day
11.00am Sung Eucharist (Rite 2) Setting: Missa de Sancto Albano (Willan) Please note that tickets for this event are available from the Visitor
Anthem: Above all praise (Mendelssohn) Information Centre on 028 3752 1800 or via visitarmagh.com
Sermon: The Reverend Canon Barry Paine, Prebendary of Ballymore
3.15pm Choral Evensong Setting: Wood in C minor Friday 27th March at 8pm
Anthem: Laudate Nomen Domino (Tye)
SELB Chamber Ensemble concert.
Sunday 31st May – The Day of Pentecost / Whit Sunday
11.00am Choral Matins (Rite 2) Setting: Te Deum in B flat (Stanford)
Anthem: Come, Holy Ghost (Plainsong) RECITAL SERIES
Sermon: The Dean Retiring Collection for the Cathedral Choir Endowment
3.15pm T.B.C.
WEEKDAYS Sunday 9th February at 4.15pm
9.30am Matins Mr Eoin Cassidy.
9.30am Holy Communion Wednesdays and on Saints’ and Holy Days
CHARLES WOOD SONG COMPETITION
Sat 25th Apr - St Mark the Evangelist
Fri 1st May - St Philip and St James, Apostles Saturday evening, 14th March. Final Round in the Cathedral.
Thurs 14th May - Saint Matthias
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12.00pm Prayers for the Healing of the City and our Nation – 1st Wed of each month
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ACTON, DRUMBANAGHER LoUGHGILLY orGANISE TABLE QUIZ, pm in the Parish Centre. Together with the
coFFEE PArTY AND FAmILY FUN DAY BB, who will have had their Parents’ Night a
& LOUGHGILLy
The Parish Fund-Raising Committee has few weeks previously, we thank the leaders
Rev’d Graham Spence
been very busy over recent months. A most of both organisations for the effort and
Tel: 028) 3082 1848
enjoyable Table Quiz was held on Friday dedication they demonstrate each year in
evening, 6th March in Glenanne Orange providing some really interesting activities in
BAPTISm: Hall. Billy Baines was the Question Master the annual programme for our young
1st March 2020 - Isobel and a great night’s craic was had by all. The people. Thanks also for the ‘extra curricular’
Essie Rea O’Duil, total amount raised for church funds was work they do in taking young people to
(Loughgilly). £340. competitions and in hosting larger scale
events with other companies and diocesan
BUrIAL: The Committee has also organised a Coffee groups here in Annaghmore.
23rd January 2020 – Anne Sterritt, Party to be held on Saturday, 23rd May from
(Drumbanagher). 10.30am until 2.30pm in the Millennium Hall, EXoDUS ProGrAmmE We are delighted
1st February 2020 - George Whiteside, Mountnorris. Admission is £5 per person, to congratulate and support one of our
(Drumbanagher). (includes refreshments). young leaders, Sophie Pinkerton, who has
been accepted on an Exodus team of
THE PoYNTZPASS PLAYErS STAr IN A Family Fun Day and BBQ has also been Christian discipleship training for 4 months,
comEDY ‘WHATEVEr WILL BE WILL arranged to take place on Saturday, 25th followed by a mission trip in July to Moldova.
BE!’ July in Loughgilly Parish Church Car Park Sophie has grown up through our Sunday
On Friday evening, 7th February 2020 at from 12 noon until 5pm. School and parish organisations, giving
8pm, local drama group, the Poyntzpass back a great deal as a young leader in
Players performed the Comedy, ‘Whatever DrUmBANAGHEr BIG BrEAKFAST recent years. We shall be praying for
will be, will be!’ in the Sir Henry Wilson, This event will take place on Saturday, 28th Sophie that God may use this special time
Memorial Hall, Loughbrickland, to a full March in the Church Hall. Please do come for her to grow as a Christian disciple as she
house. Our warmest congratulations to all and enjoy a great breakfast. You will be seeks to serve the Lord.
the cast and especially to Acton parishioner, made very welcome.
Mr Ernest Poole on his most entertaining mAUNDY THUrSDAY This year we will be
portrayal of farm worker Ned McGee. The DrUmBANAGHEr ANNUAL TrAcTor having a slightly different approach to
Comedy was written by Mr Frank Watters, roAD rUN AND BBQ Maundy Thursday with a mini agape meal
the well-known and multi-talented retired This event will take place on Saturday, 6th together. Our Sunday School leaders are
Principal of St Joseph and St James’s June commencing at 12 noon from the keen to involve the children in a meal
Primary School Poyntzpass. Well done Church. Entry fee is £10 per tractor and together, remembering the Last Supper
Frank. More please!! includes BBQ afterwards. Please do come Jesus had with His disciples. With worship,
and bring your tractor and enjoy a great day Bible readings, prayers and Holy
WALKING SAINT PATrIcK’S WAY out. Communion integrated into the evening we
A group of Church of Ireland clergy, (Rt are looking forward to what we hope will be
Revd Darren McCartney (Rector of KNIT AND NATTEr crAFT GroUP an interesting learning experience for all
Clonallon and Warrenpoint with Kilbroney), Our industrious Craft Group which meets ages.
Revd Adrian Dorrian (Vicar of LAMP), Revd twice a month in Drumbanagher Church Hall
Brian Cadden (Rector of Castlewellan and supports, ‘Apple-Blossom Baby Basics GooD FrIDAY AND EASTEr SUNDAY
Kilcoo), Revd Andrew Campbell (Rector of (ABBB) Mullavilly’. Recently the Group The Good Friday Service will be held at 8.00
Skerry, Rathcavan & Newtowncrommelin), received the following kind message from pm to which we invite everyone in the local
Revd Geoffrey Haugh (Rector of the ABBB Mullavilly Co-ordinator: ‘On behalf community. With music, Bible readings,
Knocknamuckley) and the Revd Iain of ABBB Mullavilly, I would like to pass on prayers and reflections we spend time at the
McAleavey (Deacon Intern), have set our heartfelt thanks for your kind donations cross remembering the sacrifice Jesus
themselves the task of walking St Patrick’s of knits and toiletries. We have been able to made for our sins. Easter Sunday begins
Way in stages. The pilgrimage walk, put these wonderful donations to great use with a service of Holy Communion at 10.00
stretching 82 miles from the Navan Centre for mothers and babies who are in great am followed immediately by an Easter
outside Armagh to its conclusion at Patrick’s need’. If anyone is not familiar with the ‘Baby Celebration Service at 11.00 am. We are
final resting place at Down Cathedral, takes Basics’ project, there was a most helpful grateful to all who prepare music for each of
in some of the key sites relating to Patrick’s article published in the October/November these occasions which enhances our
heritage. On Monday, 24 February, on the 2019 edition of the Ambassador. worship so much.
Scarva to Newry stage of the walk, the
group stopped in Poyntzpass and visited ANNAGHMORE FAmILY FUN DAY On Saturday, 18th April
Acton Parish Church at 10.30am, where Rev. Dorothy Dunwoody our older youth (15 - 18 year olds) are
they were greeted by the Rector and a Telephone: 028 3885 2751 organising a special Fun Day for families.
celebration of the Holy Communion Having been given a small grant towards
followed. innovation and leadership the young people
BAPTISm have collectively decided they wanted to
Sunday, 8th March 2020 support a cancer charity. Therefore, all
Meg Matchett, daughter of Ryan and proceeds from the day will be given to their
Samantha chosen charity. Thanks to Julie Mullen and
Kourtney Jessica Gillespie, daughter of Julie Allen for their guidance in all of this.
Matthew and Lynsey
TrAcTor rUN The annual Annaghmore
GFS PArENTS’ NIGHT The GFS Parents’ Tractor Run will be taking place on
Evening will be on Saturday, 4th April at 7.30 Saturday, 2nd May, beginning with breakfast
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in the Parish Centre from 10.00 am with Desertcreat Easter Vestry : Thursday 2 April The Easter Evening Service (7pm) will
tractors departing at 12.30 pm. The cost per at 8.00 pm feature Hymns and Readings celebrating
tractor is £15, with all proceeds going the Resurrection of Jesus. Everyone will be
towards the Parish Centre Building Fund. HoLY WEEK most welcome to join us for what will be a
Thursday 9 April : Tenebrae at Ardtrea at the most uplifting praise service.
For YoUr PrAYErS As a church family later time of 9.00 pm
we have been fervently praying together for Good Friday : Desertcreat at 8.00 pm UNITED SErVIcE
our BB Captain and Glebewarden, The Evening Service on Sunday, May 10th
Raymond Campbell, as well as our mission EASTEr DAY (7pm) will take the form of a United Service
partner, Claire Holmes, both of whom are Outdoor service at Tullyhogue Fort at 8.30 in St Mark’s along with our friends Armagh
undergoing treatment for cancer. Please am followed by breakfast in Desertcreat Methodist and 1st Armagh Presbyterian
pray with us for both of them as well as Hall. churches. Set amidst the annual Christian
some other relatively young people Going Service at Desertcreat at 10.30 am Aid week, during the week previous
connected to the parish who are in a similar volunteers from our three churches will
situation at present. TrAcTor rUN collect donations in our city for this very
Our annual Tractor Run will be in worthy cause.
Desertcreat on Saturday 18 April. Breakfast
ARDTREA AND served from 9.30 am THY KINGDom comE
DESERTCREAT Thy Kingdom Come is a global prayer
Rev. David J Bell movement, which invites Christians around
ST. MARk’S, the world to pray between Ascension and
Telephone: 028 8676 1163
ARMAGH Pentecost for more people to come to know
cAFE cHUrcH Rev’d Malcolm Kingston Jesus Christ. Each morning from Thursday
During February we linked Telephone: 028 3752 2970 21st May until Saturday 30th we shall meet
up with Cancer Focus for a in St Mark’s Church to pray from 9.15am –
Cafe Church service. PALm SUNDAY & HoLY 9.45am. Everyone will be most welcome to
It was a very moving , hope filled time. Steve WEEK SErVIcES join us as we gather to pray according to
McIlwrath shared his experiences of going On Palm Sunday (April 5th, 7pm), a special differing themes each day.
through treatment for throat cancer and Jon service featuring hymns, anthems and
Bartholemew, accompanied ny his dad ian, readings focused upon the Passion will take cHILDrEN’S DAY
shared some superb songs he'd penned place in St Mark’s. We very much look Our annual Children’s Day service will take
while going through treatment. Emma forward to this service of grateful place in Church on Sunday, June 7th
McCann from Cancer Focus spoke about remembrance for the Lord’s sacrifice, which (10.30am). We always enjoy the Sunday
the work of the charity. will feature our Parish Choir. School and Junior Choir participating in
These services are great opportunities to worship and wish to thank their leaders for
link local church with the wider community. During Holy Week, short said services will all of their dedication throughout the year. A
take place in church each morning at 8am. Parish Picnic will follow in the Palace
PSALmS IN ScHooLS Evening Services will take place at 8pm Demesne.
Thanks to generous help from the Board of (excl. Maundy Thursday). On Maundy
Education, we are liking with our two local Thursday (April 9th), the evening Holy BALLINDERRy,
Primary schools over the next few months Communion Service will take place in the TAMLAGHT &
to explore the book of Psalms with P6/7 context of a meal in the Crozier Hall from ARDBOE
children. 7pm. Everyone is invited to share with us Revd Canon Barry Paine
We'll be looking at Psalms as poetry, talking on this very special occasion during which Tel: (028) 7941 8500
about good days and bad days and the the Archbishop will celebrate Holy
importance of writing down thoughts and Communion. To assist with catering cHrISTIAN BUrIAL: 27
feelings. The project will close with a special preparation, Sign Up Sheets will be Feb: Dawn Harkness (Tamlaght)
concert at Ardtrea; date yet to be confirmed. available in the Church Porch.
HoLY WEEK SErVIcES: Palm Sunday 5
AN EVENING WITH NIAmH The Preachers during our Holy Week April (three churches)
mcGLINcHEY Evening Services will be our Parish Clergy.
Niamh sang at Desertcreat in the Autumn Leading our thoughts at the ‘3 Hours Monday 6 April – Tamlaght 8pm: Tuesday 7
and brought the house down. We are Service’ (Good Friday from 12noon to 3pm) April – Ballinderry 8pm:
delighted to announce that she's singing at will be Rev’d Henry Blair (Rector of Wednesday 8 April – Ardboe 8pm: Maundy
Ardrea Hall on Saturday 25th April @ Tullanisken & Clonoe). Please feel free to Thursday 9 April – Tamlaght (H.C.) 8pm:
8.00pm join us at any point during the 3 Hours Good Friday 10 April – Tamlaght (Children’s
Service and stay for as long as you wish. Service) 10.30am: Ballinderry – 8pm.
cHrISTIAN BUrIAL ‘The week that changed the world continues
Our whole community was saddened by the EASTEr SUNDAY to change our lives.’ Anonymous
sudden death of Nicky Graham on Thursday Early risers are greatly encouraged to make
20th February. the short trip to The Argory for the Easter EASTEr SUNDAY: Sunday 12 April – Holy
Nicky was laid to rest at Desertcreat on Dawn Service at 6am! Morning Services Communion (three churches)
Sunday 23rd. Please keep his wife Libby shall take place in church as usual at
and the family circle in your prayers. 8.30am and 10.30am (Family Holy TAmLAGHT moTorBIKE SHoW: This is
Communion Service) with breakfast being a novel idea from Tamlaght parishioner
DATES For YoUr DIArY served in the Crozier Hall from 7.30 to Raymond Young (07724239595)! This
Ardtrea Easter Vestry : Tuesday 31 March 8.30am. Please plan to join us as we praise Motorbike Show, road, race and classic
at 7.00 pm and celebrate the risen Lord together. bikes will be on display in St. Luke’s Parish
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Hall, Coagh, BT80 0EJ on Saturday 18 April PrAISE AND PrAYEr TImE: We will meet
2020 from 11am – 4.30pm. Entry £5pp on Monday 18 May in Ardboe Parish hall at BALLyMORE
under 10’s free. Refreshments will be 8pm and on Monday 29 June in Tamlght Revd Canon Shane Forster
served A TALKSHOW with local riders will Parish hall at 8pm. Please join with us on Tel: 028 3884 0234
take place at 2pm in the hall. What an these important evenings. “Sometimes all
opportunity for ALL bike enthusiasts! you need to do is pray.” Anonymous
For more information call Raymond! BUrIAL
“Let us not give up meeting together……,but BIBLE DIScoVErY: We shall meet in 22nd January – David
let us encourage one another-----and all the Tamlaght Parish Hall after Easter at 8pm. Lyness
more as you see the Day approaching.” Our evenings are a wonderful opportunity 21st February – Trevor Boston
Hebrews 10:25. for all gathered to have their voice as we 22nd February – Valerie Baurain (nee Scott)
We look forward to welcoming many on learn together.
Saturday 18 April! “The Bible was not given for our information moTHErS’ UNIoN will attend the Maundy
but for our transformation.” Dwight L Moody Thursday Service in Church on 9th April
TAmLAGHT cHUrcH EVENING of Floral followed by the Branch Meeting in the Hall
Arranging Demonstrations: moTHErS’ UNIoN: The MU Festival afterwards with supper. 20th May is the
The evening of Floral Arranging was very Service will take place on Wednesday 20 date of the Festival Service in Armagh.
enjoyable. We are grateful to the May at 7.30pm in St. Patrick’s Cathedral,
demonstrators from Cookstown Floral Art Armagh. WALKmorE (Parish Walking Group) is
Club. Namely: Eunice Cuddy, Gillian back in action meeting on the 1st and 3rd
Burrows, Sandra Rea, Emily Martin & May GENErAL VESTrY mEETINGS Wednesday of each month, leaving from the
Burrows for entertaining us by displaying TAMLAGHT – MONDAY 27 APRIL at 8pm. Church Car Park at 10am. New venues
their creative talents. Thanks to the ladies of BALLINDERRY – TUESDAY 28 APRIL at each month and new friends to be made.
Tamlaght Flower Arranging Group for 8pm. Everyone welcome.
providing a delicious supper and to the men ARDBOE – WEDNESDAY 29 APRIL at
who helped with car parking and general 8pm. S-cLUB: This year the Lenten Project will
preparations for the event. Finally, a big “The resurrection of Jesus demands not our
thank you to all who attended the big event.
The total amount raised was £1180 for
applause but our allegiance, not our
compliments but our capitulation.” roBINSoN
Church funds. (Valerie Porter)
A big thank you to Valerie and the team for
Anonymous. DEcorATorS
(Established 1969)
a successful and enjoyable evening. All types of painting and decorating
(internal and external) Also wallpapering
Nursing Homes, Private Houses,
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Telephone: Harold 028 3754 8604
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• A safe, happy family environment at the heart Please contact:
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The Principal Mrs E. Trew
• Small class sizes
• 2 well-equipped classrooms Tel: 028 3752 3714
• Play-based learning activities 23A Ballinahone Avenue
Armagh
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• Swimming & hockey lessons throughout the
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• Early music skills introduced
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be raising funds for Action Mental CAMLOUGH, Union.
Health. Thanks to all who supported the
MULLAGLASS,
Lenten Lunch on 8th March and the cHILDrEN’S DAY SErVIcES
sponsored walk in Clare Glen on 29th BALLyMOyER & Our annual Children’s Day Services will be
March. BELLEEk UNION held as follows:
Rev. Alan Synnott Mullaglass Sunday 31st May at
GoSPEL EVENINGS were held in Telephone: 028 3083 0301 10.00am
Ballymore Parish Church on Sunday 2nd Bessbrook Sunday 7th June at
February and Sunday 22nd March. Guest HoLY WEEK 11.30am
artistes: Men in Black Gospel Group, Paul Holy Week services will be observed
Berry and Amy Eakin on the first evening throughout our Parochial group each IN mEmorIAm
and the Dromore Male Voice Choir were the evening at 7.30pm as follows: On Monday 24th February 2020 Mrs Winnie
special guests in March. The retiring Monday 6th St. Luke’s, Mullaglass Dillon passed away suddenly at he home in
collection in February was in aid of the Tuesday 7th St. Luke’s, Belleek Latt Villas Mullaglass. We continue to hold
Motor Neurone Disease Association and Wednesday 8th St. Luke’s, Ballymoyer Charlie, Pamela and Karen in our prayers
Church Funds and brought in over £1700. Maundy Thursday Christ Church, along with the wider family circle.
In March the collection was for the Bessbrook
Craigavon Cardiac Care Association along Good Friday St. Luke’s, Mullaglass Mrs Irene Chapman was a resident in Avilla
with Church Funds. Both evenings were nursing home, her funeral service was held
very well supported and we are extremely Daily devotions will also be observed each in Roselawn crematorium on Saturday 29th
grateful to Emo Overend for co-ordinating morning in Christ Church, Bessbrook at February 2020. We continue to pray for her
the two events. 8.00am. family.
FLoWEr FESTIVAL: As part of the VE EASTEr SUNDAY Sunday 8th March 2020, we laid Joan Irwin
Day 75th Anniversary celebrations All services at the usual times and each will to rest in the churchyard and St Luke’s
Ballymore will be hosting a special Flower be Holy Communion. Mullaglass. Again we offer all our love and
Festival with the theme “Let there be Peace” prayers for John and Jim and the extended
from Friday 8th May to Sunday 10th May. ANNUAL GENErAL VESTrY mEETINGS family.
Catering will be available throughout the Ballymoyer and Beleek Union: Tuesday 21st
weekend. Booking is essential for coach April 2020 at 8:00pm CLONfEACLE,
parties and groups. Please contact Mrs Mullaglass: Wednesday DERRyGORTREAvy
Sophia Dillon Tel: 07763 654758. World 22nd April 2020 at 7:30pm AND EGLISH
War II memorabilia will be on display during Camlough: Thursday Revd Suzanne Cousins
the weekend and on Sunday 10th May there 23rd April 2020 at 7:30pm 028 3754 8289
will be a number of WWII military vehicles in
the Church grounds. SAINT mArK From THE rEGISTErS
The annual Holy Communion Saint’s Day clonfeacle
LENT: Throughout Lent there will be a service celebrating St. Mark the Evangelist Baptisms: 1st March 2020, Tommy Stephen
midweek service on Wednesday evenings will be held in Christ Church, Bessbrook on Williamson
at 7.30pm in Church. This is in addition to Saturday 25th April at 7.30pm. Burials: 21st February 2020, Lavinia (Vena)
the normal weekly Wednesday Communion Kerr
Service at 10.30am. THE AScENSIoN DAY Derrygortreavy
The annual Holy Communion celebration of Funeral service: 21st February 2020,
HoLY WEEK & EASTEr: On Wednesday The Ascension Day will be held in Christ Lavinia (Vena) Kerr
and Thursday of Holy Week there will be a Church, Bessbrook on Thursday 21st May
celebration of Holy Communion each at 7.30pm. PArISH VISITING
morning at 10.30am and an evening service We are encouraged to have three newly-
at 7.30pm on Monday through to Thursday 5TH SUNDAY EVENING SErVIcE trained Parish Visitors for the grouped
evening. On Good Friday there will be a The next Parochial Evening Service for the parishes of Clonfeacle, Derrygortreavy and
Service in Ballymore at 2pm and at 7.30pm. 5th Sunday in the month will be held in Eglish, to add to the existing team, and due
The Church will also be open all day for Christ Church, Bessbrook on Sunday 31st to be commissioned on 29th March. The
prayer and meditation. EASTER DAY: 9am May at 7.00pm. Service of Commissioning is on Sunday
Holy Communion; 11am Holy Communion; 29th March at 7.30pm in Kildress Parish
7pm Easter Praise. LINDSAY CHORALE coNcErT Church. We give thanks to God for our
Christ Church, Bessbrook are hosting a 75th Visitors as they take this step of faith and
EASTEr GENErAL VESTrY mEETING: VE Day Anniversary Concert featuring begin this important ministry, and are
Monday 20th April at 7.30pm in the Minor ‘Lindsay Chorale’ in Christ Church Parish praying for them.
Hall. Hall on Friday 8th May at 8pm. Tickets are
now available to purchase. Priced at £10.00 FrIENDSHIP, FELLoWSHIP AND
PArISH WEBSITE: For further details of each, tickets are available from the Parish FUNDrAISING:
Parish activities please visit Secretary on 07485 057 667 or by email at The three parishes have each planned fun
www.ballymoreparish.org honsect.christchurchbessbrook@gmail.com and fundraiser events this term, towards
The Lindsay Chorale is a mixed voice choir, parish funds.
based in Co. Down, who perform at clonfeacle Parish held a very successful
engagements throughout Northern Ireland Big Breakfast on 1st February. An All-age
and further afield and performed in Down Outing by coach to Lisburn for ten-pin
Cathedral in 2019, at the installation of June bowling and food was enjoyed on 22nd
Butler, All Ireland President of the Mothers’ February. Clonfeacle Car Boot Sale is
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planned for Saturday 28th March at the old St Patrick’s Day: Clonfeacle Parish will be
ALL SAINTS’ CHURCH,
school, Benburb. Gates open from 9am for ‘Celebrating Patrick’ in a St Patrick’s Day
10am start. Family Communion Service, Tuesday 17th CROSSDERNOTT
Eglish Parish held an uplifting Gospel March, at 10.30 a.m. in St Patrick’s Church, Sister Valerie Thom
Concert in Holy Trinity Eglish (Drumsallan) Clonfeacle - an informal service for all in the Telephone: 028 87 749920
on 28th February. Guest artists included parishes. Children are invited to come in
soloist Linda Lindsey, Lisnadill Harmony, costume, and guests welcome.
and Cavanapole Pipers. The concert was Wednesdays in Lent (3), 18th March: BAPTISm
followed by a delicious supper. 10.30 a.m. Holy Communion, Clonfeacle; Cora Vera Dardis daughter
Derrygortreavy Parish has planned a 7.00 p.m., Compline, in Holy Trinity, Eglish of Rebecca and George Dardis.
Table Quiz and Stew Evening on 20th (Drumsallan); and MU Young Members,
March towards parish funds, and three 7.30pm, Film on the life of Corrie Ten Boom. DEATHS
parishioners plus the rector are planning to TImE oUT youth group, Sunday 22nd Mrs Prudence Forde
take part in a fund-raising abseil for Friends March, 7 - 8.30pm, Kilnacart Hall, Mr William Cardwell
of the Cancer Centre, on 4th April, from the Derrygortreavy.
Tower block of the City Hospital, Belfast – in It was with great sadness that we laid to rest
super-hero costume! Easter Vestry meetings are planned for two of the oldest members of our church
Monday 23rd March, Derrygortreavy, family who both had reached the age of 89.
Tuesday 24th March, Clonfeacle, and William (Willie) and Prudence (Pru) were
Wednesday 25th March, Eglish. both very faithful member for many years,
Prudence and her husband were sextons in
GFS and BB the church for many years. Their passing
GFS enrolments took place for the will be a great loss to the church and our
Clonfeacle (Benburb) and Derrygortreavy prayers and sympathies are with their
branches on 1st March. Parents’ Evenings families and friends.
are on Friday 3rd April (Clonfeacle Branch)
and Tuesday 28th April (Derrygortreavy EASTEr SErVIcES
Branch). Benburb BB Parents’ Night is on Good Friday Service 10th April @ 8 p.m.
Friday 13th March at 7.30pm in Benburb Easter Sunday Holy Communion 12th
Presbyterian Hall. The parishes are proud of April @ 11.30 a.m.
all our children and young people.
moTHErS UNIoN
HoLY WEEK The Mothers Union Overseas was held on
• Sunday 5th April, Palm Sunday, services the 8th March, at the service new members
at usual times - 9.30, 10.45, 12 noon were enrolled by Mrs Lorraine Richardson
• Tuesday in Holy Week, 7th April, 8pm, (Enrolling Member), and MU members led
Compline, Drumsallan. the prayers and read scripture. The
• Wednesday in Holy Week, 8th April, Holy congregation learned more about the work
Communion, 10.30am, Clonfeacle, of the Mothers Union both in Ireland and
and The Way of the Cross, 8pm in across the world.
Derrygortreavy. The M.U. meet in the Parish Hall on the last
Eglish (Drumsallan) Choir at the recent • maundy Thursday, 9th April, 7.30pm in St Wednesday night of the month and
Gospel Concert in Holy Trinity Church. Patrick’s Clonfeacle, with special guest everyone is welcome.
preacher Dr Patrick Mitchel, Director of
LIFT THE rooF Learning at the Irish Bible Institute, Dublin, croSSDErNoTT ToTS TImE
… an INTER-GENERATIONAL and INTER- and author of the recently-published book Tots Time continues to go from strength to
PARISHES evening of music and praise, in ‘The Message of Love’ (Bible Speaks Today strength under the leadership of Mrs Vera
Clonfeacle Parish Church on Sunday 26th series). Visitors and guests welcome. Kelso and her team. One of the children
April at 7pm, organised by the Time Out • Good Friday, 10th April, 12 noon: ‘The who regularly go to Tots Time was with his
youth group, with Rev. Henry Blair and Hours’, reading of the Passion Narrative, mum in a local supermarket when they met
friends from Newmills, plus a visit from Clonfeacle, and Tenebrae, 8pm in Holy Sr. Valerie. As he was leaving he shouted to
David Brown (AYAC), followed by supper. Trinity, Drumsallan. Visitors and guests most Valerie “I’ll see you in church.” Tots Time
This event for everyone! Visitors and guests welcome. meet in the parish hall on a Thursday
of all ages welcome. morning from 10.30 am to 12 noon.
EASTEr DAY, Sunday 12th April: Easter Everyone is welcome.
LENT Communion in all three churches at the
During Lent and beyond, the parishes have normal times, of 9.30, 10.45 and 12 noon. YoUTH cLUB.
lots planned, for our Lenten journey and (No Sunday School). The Youth Club has loads of interesting
outreach. things happening at the weekly meetings
Wednesdays in Lent (2), 11th March: The BEYoND EASTEr DAY thanks to the leadership of Emily and her
Church and Healing Today’, 7.30pm in St • Messy Church, Sat 2nd May, 10.30 am – team of volunteers. A big thank you is due
Patrick’s Clonfeacle, for all three parishes. 12 noon, in Benburb Parish Hall. Theme: to everyone involved for their dedication and
Special teaching meeting led by the ‘Messy KidsAid’, with special programme service each week.
Diocesan Ministry of Healing. This will be and youth-and-children’s speaker from
followed by a guest service, A Service of Christian Aid. For families, youth and BoWLING cLUB
Wholeness and Healing, on Sunday 29th children of all ages. The bowling club annual fun bowls
March (Passion Sunday) at 3.30pm in • Sunday afternoon, 17th May, provisional tournament will take place from Monday
Clonfeacle, Benburb. date for Three-Parishes’ Picnic. 13th April to 16th April 2020 and the charity
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who will benefit from the tournament is a moTHErS’ UNIoN: The Corporate replaced the usual Sunday service and
local one for cancer care called Charis. It Communion will be on Maundy Thursday, have proved to be a wonderful addition to
has a home at Lough Fea where it provides 9th April at 8pm; the Annual Dinner on our service menu! Informal, easy-
all kinds of treatments etc from people Thursday 16th in the Braeside, the going…and warm, which both young
suffering from Cancer. Diocesan Festival Service will be on families and senior members alike have
Everyone is welcome to the tournament. Wednesday 20th May in the Cathedral at enjoyed. We will continue with our Messy
730pm with the Annual Outing on Saturday Church on the 19th April, the Sunday after
SUNDAY ScHooL 9th to Hillsborough Castle. Easter, 11.30 St John’s Hall.
Our Sunday School meet at 10.30 each We are also delighted to support and
week and everyone who is year 1 and VE DAY: “Victory in Europe Day” is being encourage not one, but three people into
above are welcome. Thank you to our observed on Friday 8th May with a short Lay Reader training. Each of the candidates
Sunday School teachers for their service to service at the Cenotaph at 3pm with a major have submitted the following so that you can
the children of the church each Sunday. Service in Derryloran on Sunday 10th May learn about them and what they are doing.
at 3pm followed by a Parade to Killymoon
DERRyLORAN Castle and a special event there to mark the THrEE LAY rEADErS IN TrAINING
Canon Norman Porteus 75th Anniversary of the end of WWII. I am David Carleton.
867 62261 I belong to St Johns Church. I was baptised,
Canon Drew Dawson AScENSIoN: We celebrate this important confirmed and married in the church. I also
867 37151 day with Holy Communion at 1030am on attended
Website Thursday 21st May, followed by Ballyeglish Sunday school. I’m a Father of
www.derryloran.com refreshments. two. I work in NHS as a Mental Health
Nurse.
cHrISTIAN AID: We thank everyone who God has placed on me a calling to serve him
It’s hard to believe that already we are supported our recent Soup Lunches during more fully through a teaching and
preparing to celebrate Easter! Please note Lent, and now look forward to the week of leadership within the church as a Reader.
our services for this Holy Season... house-to-house collections which begins The role of a reader is a unique position
LooKING BAcK, Confirmation was a with the annual Praise Service on 10th May provides a link between the church and the
highlight for the young people and the in 1st Cookstown Presbyterian Church at world. As a Christian in the work place can
Archbishop’s Retirement Eucharist – both in 7pm featuring a host of local musical talent. offer a different outlook
the Cathedral – were memorable events. answering questions others have. The
The traditional Lenten services focussed on WELcomE: We bid a warm welcome to the Readers course is 2 years in duration. It’s
the Study Course provided by USPG Rev Michael Currie on his Installation in 1st academic and
(United Society Partners in the Gospel) and Cookstown Presbyterian and wish him practical organised by the Theological
were a stimulating examination of “Living in every blessing in his ministry in our midst in Institute in Dublin. Armagh diocese provides
a world of Difference” the days to come. local input covering various Theological
subjects. Becoming a Reader is a privilege
LooKING AHEAD, please note the HoLY LAND PILGrImAGE: we are still and responsibility of sharing Christ with
following dates for your diaries! taking bookings for the visit to Israel in those who do not know him. As Christians
September.. Please contact the Rectory we resolve to work by God’s grace through
PASSIoNTIDE: As we look forward to Holy 02886762261 if you are interested in joining the local church. Through personal contacts
Week and Easter, please note the following us! to make this a reality; reaching others and
dates for your diary:- We observe our Lord’s winning them for Christ. Growing in
Passion with our customary Holy Week DESERTLyN discipleship both ordained and lay can
Services beginning on Palm Sunday (5th (MONEyMORE) AND serve the faith in ministry.
April) with services at 9am, 11am and 7pm BALLyEGLISH
our service of Palm Praise. Services Rev. Dr. Adrian N. Stringer. Hi Everyone, my name is Rhonda.
continue during the week at 8pm (Mon-Fri) 028 8674 8200
on the theme “Matthew and Jesus” looking I live in Magherafelt and work as a quality
at his account of the Passion.. Our HoLY BAPTISm administrator in a local firm. I have 2
traditional Children’s Service will be on St John’s Moneymore children and I am in a relationship with
Good Friday 10th April at 10.30am. 12th January 2020: Hunter Benjamin Jackie. I have been attending St. Johns,
Stewart-Convery son of Lisa and Daniel Desertlyn for approx.2 years now, where I
EASTEr DAY: Our services on Sunday 9th February 2020: Charlie Thomas Wilson, have been enrolled in Mothers union, assist
12th April are at 9am; 11.30 Easter son of Jeffery and Laura Betty with church warden duties (as and
Communion and at 7pm Easter Praise and when required), sing in the choir and help
Renewal of Baptismal Vows. Please plan to cHrISTIAN BUrIAL with any other activities as required.
attend and celebrate that wonderful event – St John’s Moneymore A few months ago, I was made aware that
the RESURRECTION! The Dawn Service 13th January: Valerie Carson there was a need within the Church for
is at 6am at the Argory. 3rd March: Thomas Ireland Jordan, 85 Readers and in
years particular Dioscean Readers; so over the
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course read lessons. The course is the walking football, helping with the creche journey to the cross”, told in music and song
assessment/ modules based. Upon which is to open soon, and a member of the by Andrew Boyd’s Choir from Pomeroy.
completion of the course, if/when I am then church choir – including singing at concerts. Services take place nightly at 7.30 (Monday-
commissioned by the Archbishop, I hope to About 1 year ago Rev. Stringer invited me Saturday), with three services in each
serve churches around the border areas. to become a church Reader. Which Church – Mon, Wed & Thurs in St Patrick’s,
These churches are not as fortunate as our encouraged my application to be a Tues, Fri and Sat in St Michael’s.
church here at St. Johns in that they do not Diocesan Reader. One of the deciding Easter Sunday the services will be at the
have a permanent rector or indeed Readers factors to do the course was a visit to meet “usual” Sunday service times of 10.30 and
to help lead their worship services. Florence Gallagher also a diocesan reader 12.00, and not at the “early” time as in
I know that it will involve a lot of hard work in the Diocese of Armagh. I met Florence in previous years.
and is in no way an easy Newtownhamilton. I felt that I could make a
undertaking alongside my other difference to those churches in and around End of year prizegivings will be held at the
responsibilities of work and family life but I the border areas and Republic of Ireland. family services on 17th May in St Patrick’s,
believe that God has called me to do this This is where I feel the Lord was leading me and 24th May in St Michael’s.
work and has lead me to this path. (with as it involved visiting/helping other churches
prayer and faith he is my strength and my in the diocese. This journey will be a Summer time services – during June, July
guide along life’s path). With his help, grace challenge, but one I feel I will rise to as I & August the services will be at the
and strength I pray that I will fulfil his plan for have in the past both on the football field traditional “summer times” of 10am in St
me. I am excited to start this course as I feel and within my personal life. Patrick’s and 11.15am in St Michael’s
it will help bring God’s voice to the others. I The course itself involves 2 years of study,
will also get to visit new places, see new hard work and learning to lead a service and FUNDrAISING AND SocIAL:
faces and most importantly do God’s work deliver sermons along with reading lessons Musical Evenings in spite of the storm,
in remote areas of Ireland. to name but a few things – of course this will about one hundred people gathered in St
In completing this course, it does not mean be linked to trips to Dublin and a number of Michael’s to hear the Donaghmore
that St. Johns will be forgotten about, in fact assignments/modules just like being back at Children’s Choir at the February Musical
I would hope to be of more service to St. school for me, which could be a struggle as evening. The next will be on Palm Sunday
Johns, where I will help with the creche I left school in 1980. (see above under Holy Week)
(soon to open), continue to attend mothers Its not all bad though as I am looking
union and sing in the choir. I acknowledge forward to the challenge it will present such GFS Parents evening – Easter Friday, 24th
that none of this would be possible for me if as meeting new people, visiting new April, 7.45, Donaghmore Hall
it were not for the love, friendship and churches and perhaps getting a few new
support that I have received since joining St. ideas for our own church. As for those that SELEcT VESTrY mEETINGS: Tues 28th
Johns and I thank you all and pray that we know me well – you will know the biggest April Donaghmore Easter General vestry,
can continue to enjoy God’s blessing challenge for myself will be keeping the Thurs 30th April Castlecaulfield Easter
together. sermons to 10 mins and under. General Vestry. Mon 8th June
God Bless My personal life has taken a few twists and (Castlecaulfield), Tues 16 June
Rhonda turns but through it all there has been One (Donaghmore).
strength, Love, Encouragement, Comfort
and without which I could not and would not New Life Group coffee morning (fundraiser)
Hello Everyone, be here today. Sunday 3rd May, parish hall (before the
God has a masterplan for all to follow and I morning service)
My name is Jackie Carson for those of you believe that is what I must do now. In God
who don’t know me, I am father to Andrew we trust, God bless. moTHErS UNIoN: Donaghmore AGM
and James. in law to Karen and grandfather Jackie Wed 1 April, 7pm. Castlecaulfield to be
to Lily and Jack. confirmed. Diocesan festival Service Wed
My occupation is a print manager at DONAGHMORE & 20th May @ 7.30 in Cathedral. Donaghmore
Gortreagh Printing, Cookstown, where I DONAGHMORE outing Sat 6 June.
have served for 40 years. I have a keen UPPER
interest in football and have achieved many Canon Peter Thompson rEcTorY APPEAL fundraising for the
accolades both for playing and coaching. I Telephone: 028 8776 1214 Rectory Appeal is continuing well. Thanks to
enjoy music/singing both solo and as part of all who have pledged and contributed
the church choir. I have also been doing HoLY BAPTISm already, and those who have set up sanding
other work – that is Church work.My church 1st March 2020 – Harry John Steen (St orders. At the time of writing we are looking
work at St. Johns started when I was about Michael’s) forward to the “Night at the movies”.
8 years of age with my grandfather, Jonny
McMenemy. He was the caretaker of the HoLY mATrImoNY We are also looking forward to “Café
parish hall (assembly rooms), Moneymore. 12th February 2020 – Ashleigh Hawthorne Communion” in St Michael’s, a new
I had simple enough tasks he would allow & Ryan Scarlett (St Michael’s) development in integrating the Sunday
me to do, such as setting out chairs and 19th February 2020 – Gillian Ferguson & School more fully into the life of the church.
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Email addresses – please update your That makest me dwell in safety.
email address on our parish database to (From an anthem by SS Wesley, 1810 – Good Friday 8th April
receive announcements and urgent notices: 1876) 18:00
DonaghmoreParish@gmail.com Castlebellingham
coLLoN 20:00
Internet – keep in touch with what is The work on the roof in Collon church is Drogheda
happening in the parish by email, Facebook, scheduled to begin shortly and with this in
Youtube, and the parish Website at mind, the last service in Collon took place EASTEr SUNDAY 12th April
www.donaghmore.armagh.anglican.org on 23rd February. Congratulations to all 08:15 HC Drogheda
whose tireless efforts made this huge 09:45 HC Ardee
DROGHEDA AND project possible. As a consequence of the 10:00 HC Castlebellingham
ARDEE UNIONS AND temporary closure of Collon, there is a 11:30 HC Drogheda
kILSARAN UNION change to the previously advertised venue 16:00 EP Drumcar
Rev. Iain Jamieson of the Lent service on 11th March: it is
00353 (0) 41 9838791 transferred from Collon to Dunany. DRUMCREE
Rev. Canon Joyce Moore Rev. Gary Galway
00353 (0) 41 6851327 HEALING Telephone: 028 3833 2503
We have planned two special Rural
NEW BEGINNINGS Deanery events, focussed on healing. The At the end of January, and
The word ‘Lent’ comes from an Old English first will be a teaching session and will be into the beginning of
word ‘Lencten’, meaning spring season. It’s held in Castlebellingham Church on 25th February, Heather and I had
a time of new growth, new life and, within March at 7.30 pm. The second will be a the pleasure of having a good friend stay
our church and school communities, new Healing Service with laying on of hands, in with us for the week. Hilary and I studied
appointments. St Nicholas’ Church, Dundalk, at 7.30 pm. together in St Johns College, Nottingham
Both will be conducted by Canon Jim where I was blessed to be able to complete
Congratulations to Mr Mike Buchanan, who Campbell, assisted by the clergy of the rural my final year of theological training. Hilary
has recently been licensed as a Eucharistic deanery. We will extend invitations has recently returned to minister in
Minister. ecumenically across the community and Blackburn diocese, after a lengthy period of
hope that every parish in the rural deanery time spent ministering in South Africa. Hilary
As we say farewell to Ms Susan McCullen, will be represented. witnessed many things in South Africa which
principal of St Peter’s National School, we deeply impacted her. As I look out onto the
wish her every blessing and success in her moorEHALL ArDEE rectory lawn and see the Snowdrops and
new appointment as principal of ‘Le Cheile’. Every month, at 11.30 am on the fourth Crocuses, I am immediately reminded of a
On a personal note, I wish to thank her for Thursday, in the Oratory of Moorehall, there story which Hilary shared. After a
all her help and co-operation to me during is a service of Holy Communion. These are particularly traumatic time in South Africa,
my year as Chairman of the Board of for the residents in Moorehall and she was attending a spiritual retreat in
Management. Following Ms McCullen’s parishioners wishing to attend are most Wales and she saw a single Snowdrop
new appointment, we are pleased to welcome. beginning to peep out of the ground. Many
welcome our new principal, Ms Geraldine of us look at this beautiful little flower as a
McKenna, who takes up her post early in LENT SErVIcES WEDNESDAYS IN LENT sign that winter is nearly over and spring is
April. As both Ms MCullen and Ms at 7.30 pm on the way, for Hilary in that moment she
McKenna take up their new roles, we Please note the change of venue from looked at it as a sign directly from God. For
remember them in our prayers. Collon to Dunany on 11th March her, it spoke of hope, encouragement, a new
4th March Dunleer phase and a symbol of new life.
Congratulation to Mr Graeme Treadwell 11th March Dunany During this Lenten time, as we prepare for
MBA, who has recently been appointed as 18th March Drumcar Easter, we too can look forward to a new
Chairman of the Board of Management of 25th March Castlebellingham phase and new life, 1 Peter 1:3 says ‘Praise
Dundalk Grammar School. Graeme 1st April DUNDALK be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus
continues his family tradition of service both Christ! In his great mercy he has given us
to Kilsaran Union and Dundalk Grammar Every Wednesday at 10 am HC in St new birth into a living hope through the
School: like his father, Charlie, he is a past Peter’s, Drogheda resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead’.
pupil of the school and a valued member of 2 Corinthians 5:17 reaffirms this by saying
the Select Vestry of Kilsaran Union. 17th mArcH ST PATrIcK’S DAY ‘therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new
09:45 MP Ardee creation has come: The old has gone, the
At the time of writing , we still await the 10.00 HC Drogeda new is here’. What amazing promises,
announcement of our new archbishop’s 11:15 HC Dunleer advice and encouragement are provided in
name. We remember all whose task it is to God’s Word.
discern God’s will in the appointment and HoLY WEEK SErVIcES
we hold our new archbishop in our prayers Monday 4th April 10.00 HC WHAT’S GoING oN?
as s/he prepares to take up his/her primatial Drogheda Lots!! As previously mentioned, planning is
ministry. For Archbishop or Principal or Tuesday 5th April 10.00 HC coming together for our youth’s mission trip
even for ourselves embarking on a new Drogheda to Grace Family church, Connecticut. Some
project, the prayer is the same: Wednesday 6th April 10.00 HC of you probably associate “mission trips”
Drogheda more with developing countries and I think
Lead me, Lord. Lead me in thy for this reason, the trip has the potential to
righteousness. maundy Thursday 7th April have an even bigger impact on those going.
Make thy way plain before my face. 19:30 HC Ardee When we see homelessness, poverty and
For it is thou, Lord, thou Lord only 19:30 HC Drogheda challenges which one of the most powerful
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