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BREAKTHROUGH CANCER RESEARCH:

19th of Sept. will be holding a bucket collection in Westport for Breakthrough Cancer Research looking for volunteers that might like to join us on the day, shake a bucket and raise money for the organisation. If you require any further information please don't hesitate to call or email me@ [email protected]

My phone number is (021) 422 6655.

GROW IN LOVE MASS:

Is on Saturday 21st September Lecanvey Church at 8.00pm and Westport Sunday 22nd September @11.00am

PRIESTS AUTUMN COLLECTION:

Thanks to everyone who contributed so generously to the Priests Autumn Collection. This is one of 4 collections in the year to pay the Priests and Bishop’s salary.

GRÁSTA:

Preparing for Marriage? Weekend residential course available. 20-22 September 2024. Details: www.grasta.org or at [email protected]

2024 THE YEAR OF PRAYER:

A study course on prayer and the Commandments based on the Catechism of the Catholic Church will take place in Ballinrobe Parish centre beginning Tuesday 17th September at 8pm. It will also take place on Zoom at 9pm on Wednesdays. For further information call 087 2639726

DÓCHAS’S GRÁ:

You are invited to the Launch of

Music and songs from Ballintubber Abbey Choir Thursday 19th September 7.30p.m. Ballintubber Abbey.

LOCAL LINK NEW BUS ROUTE:

From Westport Urban area to Town Centre every Thursday morning. Phone 087-2202123/087-6542445

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP:

Life after a bereavement can feel empty and lonely. Sometimes spending time with others who know the experience can be helpful. Trained facilitators conduct a weekly Bereavement Support Group meeting at the Family Centre, knock each Wednesday at 11am.No booking required. Further information from Monica Morley on 094- 9375320.

BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS:

Saturday 5th October in Murrisk Car Park at 2.00pm.

All Welcome.

STATUES: Painting, restoring and reconstruction of catholic religious only statues, Contact Silvina at 087-3972402

THE SEASON OF CREATION ECO CONGREGATION:

The Earth is our home, and this season reminds us that it is a gift worth cherishing. Some Actions to consider, knowing that our small actions when combined, can create a ripple of change that extends far beyond ourselves.

• Refuse packaging where possible: bring your own containers and refill.

• Bring box to butcher/fishmonger also.

• Repair and maintain clothes/equipment/tools to prolong their lives

• Carry your own reusable water bottle and a reusable coffee cup!

• Spend less time in the shower.

• Buy Fairtrade products that are ethically and

• sustainably sourced when possible.

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