Newsletter 5th April 2026

NEWSLETTER 5th April 2026

Easter Greetings – Taking His wounded hands in ours.

Friends, we once again stand before the empty tomb and hear the angelic voice that has come to us through the centuries with undiminished power: “Why do you seek the living among the dead?” The stone has been rolled away. The darkness of the grave has given way to glory, and so the light of Jesus’ resurrection, His victory over suffering and death, shines upon us all. This light of His Resurrection is our constant source of joy and hope, and it reminds us that no darkness is absolute, no wound is beyond His mercy, no future closed to God’s grace.

How we need to hear this message at this time. There seems to be so much to trouble our spirit and contentment – conflict in the Middle East, the ongoing war in the Ukraine, the struggle with daily living and expenses, troubling social issues, and the personal struggles of many through the hidden burdens of grief, illness, loneliness, addiction, or fear. Into all of this international, local, and personal conflict, Easter speaks with a clear and unshakable simplicity. It proclaims that suffering does not have the last word. The last word belongs to God, and His Word is life.

The Gospel accounts of the Resurrection are full of tenderness and triumph. That first Easter morning begins in grief and bewilderment. Mary Magdalene stands weeping. The Disciples are lost and afraid. The risen Lord comes to them all with peace. He calls Mary by name and shows His wounds to the Apostles. He breathes His Spirit upon them, and they are revived in faith, hope, and love. The Lord comes to us and the world in the very same today. He calls out to the searching and broken hearted, to those struggling, afraid, or regretful; to those wanting guidance and courage for the road ahead. He calls out and offers His wounded hands to hold. Let us place our hands into His, always.

It is my privilege on behalf of Fr. Tadeusz, Deacon Brian, and our Parish Pastoral Councils to say words of thanks and appreciation to all who make life in our Parish vibrant and faithful. Many take an interest in all that is celebrated and organised and support us weekly. We are thankful for this involvement and support. Everything done and given makes a significant difference. Thank you for your presence and generosity.

We thank our Sacristans, Readers, Eucharistic Ministers; Choirs, Cantors, Organists and Musicians; Church Carers, Collectors, Counters; Secretaries, Parish Website design and updating, Finance & Building Committees, Child Protection Officers; Baptismal Teams, Prayer Groups, Parish Faith Representatives, Alpha Team; Cemetery/Church Grounds keepers. To them and to all we say, “Thank You.”

May the joy of the Resurrection bless you and your families. May the Risen Lord grant peace to our troubled world, consolation to the suffering, strength to the weary, and courage to all who seek to follow Him. May God bless us all this Easter. ALLELUIA.

Fr. Richard

THIS WEEK’S NOTICES

Collections

Easter Weekend: The Easter Collection is for the Support of the Priests of the Parish and Diocese.

Trócaire Boxes may be returned during Easter Ceremonies to the Sacristy,
or to the Parish Office after Easter
For SECURITY REASONS please DO NOT leave boxes around the church or by any door.

If you wish to donate online, Please go to www.tramoreparish.ie click Donate Now, click Other Collections where you will see the collections specified.

Divine Mercy Sunday Celebration – April 12th

We welcome you to Holy Cross Church, Tramore to celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday.
2.30pm Rosary
2.45pm Chaplet
3pm Blessing of the Divine Mercy Image followed by Mass

AN EVENING WITH THE CHOSEN IN TRAMORE

Tramore Parish invites you to see Jesus through the eyes of those who lived with and knew Him. Come along to watch Season Three, Episode 7 of The Chosen series with us at Glór na Mara School, Convent Hill, Tramore beginning with tea & coffee from 7.15 to 9pm on Monday: 13th Apr. Final Episode on 11th May. All are welcome.

Weekly Contribution Envelopes

The new envelopes for 2026/2027 (Beginning May 3rd) are now available at the Parish Office for collection.

When the new envelope contribution year begins on May 3rd, please discard any unused 2025/2026 envelopes.

Please have your current number to hand when you call in to the office for your new box.

Any parishioner who is not registered for the weekly contribution envelopes, and would like to be, please contact the Parish Office.

Mass Booking

The Mass Book for July is open at the Parish Office

Parish Office Easter Break

The parish office will re-open on Tuesday 9.30am-4pm

Tramore ICA

The Annual AGM  will be held on Wednesday 8th April at 2.30pm at Tramore House. Please come along for a cuppa and  a chat.

Popes Monthly Intention for April

For priests in crisis
Let us pray for priests going through moments of crisis in their vocation, that they may find the accompaniment they need and that communities may support them with understanding and prayer.

Gifts for Confirmations /Communions

Lovely selection of Cards, Rosaries, Rosettes & gifts for First Holy
Communion/Confirmation, are now available At the parish Office.
Please feel free to drop in

PARISH & DIOCESAN EVENTS:

Explore Diocesan Priesthood

Come and See Day on Saturday 11th April 11am-4.30pm Pallottine Centre, Thurles, Co. Tipperary. Please email carol.king@vocations.ie or go to vocations.ie for more information.

ST CARLO ACUTIS RETREAT DAY FOR TEENS

ST CARLO ACUTIS RETREAT DAY FOR TEENS in Knock Shrine on April 19th. For teens aged 13 – 19, from 11am – 2.30pm in The Prayer Centre. With games, testimonies, basic catechesis, crafts. Lunch will be provided. Gift pack for each participant. Led by Fr Patrick Cahill and Holy Family Mission. Organised by the Apostolate of Eucharistic Adoration. Limited numbers. Must pre-register. Contact Bairtle (086) 3020948 or email carmeluich@gmail.com

YOUTH 2000 MUNSTER RETREAT

Residential Retreat for ages 16 – 35. CBS Secondary School, Midleton, Co. Cork. 17th – 19th April 2026. Donation Only. A great weekend of talks, music, workshops, games, prayer and meeting new people! All info on www.youth2000.ie

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK 2026

Calling ALL ADORERS of the Blessed Sacrament in Waterford & Lismore:
National Eucharistic Adoration Pilgrimage to Knock on Sunday 19th April 2026
(weekend after Divine Mercy). Details on www.eucharisticadoration.ie
Bus Itinerary on that Sunday:
6.30am: Carrick-On-Suir (call John: 087 917 1762)
6.45am: Kilsheelan (call John: 087 917 1762)
7.00am: St. Mary’s, Clonmel (call or text Mathúin: 087 246 7526)
7.15am: Cahir (call John J: 086 316 8451)

MEN’S RETREAT

MEN’S RETREAT: “More than Conquerors” (Rom 8:37)
24th – 26th April, Holy Family Mission, Glencomeragh House, Kilsheelan, Co. Tipperary E91H584. Led by Fr Patrick Cahill, Martin Moran and Patrick Reynolds. Revive – Rebuild – Restore. Brotherhood, BBQ, Campfire, Airsoft and Axe-throwing. Age 18+. Cost €230 (full board accommodation). To book email info@holyfamilymission.ie or call 052 6133181

ADULT CATECHISM COURSE IN CLONMEL

An adult catechism course will be held at St. Oliver’s in Clonmel, beginning on Thursday April 23rd. The course will be recorded and it will be possible to participate in the following ways: in-person, online or at one’s own convenience by watching the video recording. The classes will be on Thursday evenings from 7:30-8:30pm. They will be cancelled a few times in the summer months, which will be announced probably a few weeks before each cancelled class. If you need further information, please contact Sr. Nadiya whose details are on the poster outlined below. This is a great opportunity to learn more about your faith in a way that suits your lifestyle.

CAMP CREIDEAMH

June 7th – 13th at Knockadoon Camp (East Cork) A one week (6 nights), stay-on-site, full-board camp for 13 – 18 year olds. Fun, friendship and growing in faith. The camp activities include Mass, prayer, catechesis, various sports, hillwalking, music, quizzes, movies, daily Mass and rosary. The camp will feature daily Mass and daily recitation of the Most Holy Rosary. For more info: https://campcreideamh.ie/ or contact Fr Roche 086 9972539

BE HEALED WEEKEND RETREAT

Friday 8th May – Sunday 10th May, Glencomeragh House, Kilsheelan, Co. Tipperary, E91 H584. Led by Fr. Patrick Cahill. Retreat starts at 9am on Friday (Arrival & Registration) and finishes on Sunday at 3:15pm. Often we struggle for years without any improvement.
The Lord is calling you on a journey of healing of the heart. Healing Service, Mass, Adoration, Confession, Anointing of the Sick, Prayer Ministry, Times of Silence & Personal Reflection. Full Board Accommodation: €270. To book: email info@holyfamilymission.ie / ring 052 6133181. For more information: www.holyfamilymission.ie

SILENT RETREAT

SILENT RETREAT WITH TINTEÁN NA hÉIREANN (FOYER OF CHARITY):
Theme: “If you but knew the gift of God…” May 18th – 24th at Mount St Joseph’s Abbey, Roscrea, Co. Tipperary. Cost €560 (full board ensuite) / €510 (no ensuite). Preached by Fr Kilian Byrne: Daily Mass, Rosary, Eucharistic Adoration, Teachings.

DIOCESAN RESOURCES:

Diocesan Newsletters

Ascend Youth & Young Adult Ministry

Radio Maria

LOCAL EVENTS & RESOURCES:

Free Senior Citizens Cafe – Revive Cafe

Every Thursday 12.30 – 3pm
Riverstown Community Centre, Tramore, X91 F2AH
Booking advised: Text or call 087 2472005

RECENT DEATHS:

Please remember those who died recently: John (Johnny) Garvey, Glenmore, Myles Halley

We remember the months mind for: Dick Brennan, David Carroll

We pray for those whose anniversaries occur at this time: Helen le Blanc Hayes, Paul Meyers, Patrick & John Hurley

Dear 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 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

Prayers for the Holy Souls in Purgatory:
Friday after 10am Mass

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 every 2nd Weekend

Church of the Immaculate Conception, Fenor

Mass Times:
Saturday Vigil at 6pm every 2nd Weekend

Sacred Heart Church, Dunhill

Mass Times:
Sunday at 9.30am every 2nd Weekend

Click link to see full schedule of Masses:

https://www.tramoreparish.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Tramore-Carbally-Dunhill-Fenor-Mass-Schedule-2026.pdf

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 & 11am 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.

Gospel & Reflection

Take a few minutes to visit the Gospel and Reflection section on the parish website written each week by Fr. Richard.

www.tramoreparish.ie/category/gospel-reflection/

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 Monday – Friday 9.30am to 1pm. However, opening times may change temporarily, Please check the newsletter for updates.

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

Diocesian News & Information

Please visit the diocesian website to find out what is happening and resources available to you on the website for the Diocese of Waterford & Lismore:

www.waterfordlismore.ie

PRIEST ON DUTY – CALL 086-6004384