Newsletter 17th November 2024

REFLECTION:

Reflection for the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Reminder from the Tree
The tree was a big image for Jesus – he spoke many truths of his message pointing at trees,
– like mustard seeds which grew big,
– vines that withered,
– and the fig tree which was common to his hearers.
When asked about the signs of things to come, he gave no long homily, but just looked at the fig tree and said you know from this when summer and winter is coming. In the same way we can sense his presence in our lives in different ways. This may not help us to know about the end of time and the questions people had then, but it can get us to become aware of how God is present in our lives.
The word of God is spoken in the human words of many people. In kindly words, in forgiving and tolerant words, and also in the word of God spoken in the Mass, Jesus speaks to us today. Like the people looking at a fig tree, we can find his presence in the kindliness and the helpful words of another. This is the word of God in human form. It will not pass away.
We are called to speak his word in our way of life:
– to be friends of the earth,
– friends of all people, and
– friends of the poor. That’s redemption, Jesus and ourselves working in unison.
God’s book of compassion and love includes our names.
We can be thankful that our names are in the book of life.
Imagine a blank page of the Book of Life:
see your name on the page, and a list of the good you have done.
Lord, bring more good out of what I have tried to do in my life out of love.
Donal Neary SJ

THIS WEEKS NOTICES:

Remembrance Mass

The Remembrance Mass for all who died in our parishes in the past twelve months takes place in Carbally on Friday Nov 15th at 7.30pm and in Tramore on Thursday 28th Nov at 7.30 pm
This Mass allows anyone who has lost a loved one, either recently or over the years, to come and remember them and to light a candle for them in front of the altar in this the month of the Holy Souls. (Candles will be provided)
If you would like anyone who passed away in the last 12 months remembered, please give the name in to the parish office 051-386477.

 

Faith@Home Activities for Children.

‘Let’s Dive In’ Activity Sheet available in the porches
Parents, please take one home for your child/children or Grandparents please feel free to take one for your grandchild or grandchildren.
Further resources for Children on Diocesan website: Resources | Diocese of Waterford & Lismore

 

Parish Office Opening Hours For Next Week

Mon – Thursday 9.30am – 1pm & Friday 9.30am-12.30pm

Mass booking
The Mass book for February 2025 is open at the Parish Office

 

The Parish Office Shop

In the Parish Office, we stock a selection of religious items:
Rosaries, Medals, Prayer Cards, Baptismal Candles, Devotional Candles,
Books for adults & children
Mass Cards & Mass Bouquets for all intentions: Get Well, Birthdays, Special Occasions
Christmas Stock now in!
Christmas Cards and Christmas Mass Bouquets, Church Art Calendars, Children’s Christmas Books.
Please drop in and have a browse. All Welcome.

 

Parish Website

You may have noticed, there is an additional page added to our Parish website: “Gospel & Reflection” which features the Sunday Gospel every weekend.
On this page also there is a Reflection on the Gospel each week, written by Fr Richard. https://www.tramoreparish.ie

 

LITTLE NELLIE OF HOLY GOD

LITTLE NELLIE OF HOLY GOD Thursday 28th November, St John’s Church, Parnell Street, Waterford. 6.30pm Mass / 7.15pm Talk by John Donovan. Display of items belonging to Little Nellie also. Hosted by the Legion of Mary.

 

LECTIO DIVINA (WITH THE APOSTLES OF THE SACRED HEART OF JESUS):

September to December 2024, mid-January to mid-June 2025.

A time of reading and reflecting on the Sunday Gospel, followed by a cuppa. 2 options: Tuesdays 2.30-4pm at St John’s Pastoral Centre, John’s Hill, Waterford or Thursdays 7.30-9pm at Sacred Heart Convent, Cedar Lodge, Newtown Road, Waterford. Queries? Ring / text Sr Kathryn 087 4042784

 

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION

 in in the Diocese: Spend time in the True Presence of Jesus. For a list of locations and times for Eucharistic Adoration in the Diocese check out www.waterfordlismore.ie/eucharistic-adoration

 

FIRE IN THE SOUTH

A Catholic Charismatic Outreach Movement to enable people to encounter the personal love of God Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Zoom on Wednesday with companionship, music, sharing, prayer, the odd funny story, Sacred Scripture and adoration. Zoom ID: 86141473152 / Password: fire / Wednesdays 8 to 9.15pm

 

 

MONTHLY HEALING CEREMONY

Monthly HEALING CEREMONY (with Sacrament of the Sick) Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity on the Second Saturday of every month, beginning at 3pm and will include the Anointing of the Sick, Confession, and time for individual prayer and blessing

 

ST ANTHONY’S NOVENA

ST ANTHONY’S NOVENA Waterford Novena and Blessing with the Relic of St. Anthony will be held on Tuesdays in the Cathedral after 10.30am Mass

 

Home of the Mother Formation Evenings for Adults

Every Tuesday at 7:00 pm, in St. Saviour’s Church, Bridge Street, Waterford City led by the Servant Priests and Brothers and Servant Sisters. Adoration at 6.30pm.
Each week we will reflect and chat about different topics that will help us deepen our knowledge of the Catholic faith and live our Christian lives to the full!
All are welcome.

 

Popes Intention for November

For anyone who has lost a child
We pray that all parents who mourn the loss of a son or daughter find support in their community and receive peace and consolation from the Holy Spirit.

 

Sage Advocacy

Sage Advocacy, is the National Advocacy service for older people and provides one to one, free independent advocacy and support. Additionally, we provide a support service for persons who experienced time in institutions including industrial schools and mother and baby homes etc. Our website address is www.sageadvocacy.ie

Sage Advocacy Information Session
Treacy’s Hotel
Waterford City
Thursday 28th November
12.00pm to 3.00pm All are Welcome

 

Tramore ICA guild meeting

Our next meeting is on Wednesday Nov 20th at 2 30pm.
A reminder that the Waterford federation meeting will take place in the Majestic Hotel on November 23rd. Lunch at 12 30pm. Meeting starting at 2 30pm

 

RECENT DEATHS:

Please remember those who died recently Nicky Hayes, Brian Gardner, Bridie Prenter née McNally

We remember the months mind for Br. Lar (Tom) Nevin, Trina Ryan, James Denton

 

We pray for Rosaleen McGrath, Frank & Kathleen Burke, Catherine & Mary McGrath, Jim Murphy whose  anniversaries occur about this time.

Lord,
We pray for those who mourn, immerse them in your love and lead them through this darkness into your arms and light.
For those who comfort, be in both the words they use and all that’s left unspoken;
Fill each heart with love.

 

 

PARISH INFORMATION:

Holy Cross Parish Mass Times & Services

Mass Times:
Saturday 10am & 7.30pm (Vigil)
Sunday 8.30am, 11am
Monday to  Friday 10.00am

Confessions:
Saturday 10.30am & 7pm and upon Request

Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help:
Mondays after 10am Mass

Holy Face Devotion:
Tuesday after 10am Mass

The Divine Mercy Prayer Group:
Wednesday at 3pm.

Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament:
Thursday after 10am Mass until 5pm

Church Closing Times:
Church closes at 4pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday and at 5pm Thursday

 

Our Lady’s Church, Carbally

Mass Times:
Sunday at 11.00am

 

Church of the Immaculate Conception, Fenor

Mass Times:
Saturday Vigil at 6pm
Tuesday  at 9am.

 

Sacred Heart Church, Dunhill

Mass Times:
Sunday at 9.30am
Wednesday at 9am

 

Holy Cross Church-Live Streaming

Live Streaming facility is in operation, where you may join us for Tramore Parish Services online from Holy Cross Church.
Log in to the parish website www.tramoreparish.ie Click on “Live Stream” on the homepage when the services are on.

Tramore Parish Radio

Services are broadcast from Holy Cross Church, Tramore at 10.am from Monday to Sat,7.30pm Sat evening, 8.30am, 10.30am & 12 noon on Sunday on your radio 105.4FM. (It may be tuned in only when service is on.

CCTV/Live Stream

Please be aware that for the protection and security of all, CCTV Cameras are in operation in Holy Cross Church. All Masses are live streamed and broadcast over the internet.

Parish Facebook Page

CLICK HERE to open Facebook Page, where we share Parish information, news, prayers and reflections with you all. You may also access via the link on the very top of the page on the parish website:www.tramoreparish.ie  Please LIKE and SHARE with your family and friends.

Donate Online

We have an online donate facility on our parish website: www.tramoreparish.ie, where you can make your Sunday offering to the parish.

Please quote your envelope number, if applicable, when you make your donation. All contributions are gratefully received, and we thank you in advance for your generosity.

Parish Office Opening Hours

The parish office is usually open from 9am to 4 pm Monday -Thursday & 3.30pm on Friday. However, opening times may change temporarily, Please check the newsletter for updates.

COVID-19

We strongly recommended, that parishioners continue to sanitize their hands upon entry and leaving the church.

PRIEST ON DUTY – CALL 086-6004384