What in this week’s newsletter
- Feast of All Saints
- Holy Souls Novena
- The Chosen
- Caring for Our Common Home Together
- Remembrance Mass
- Be Healed Retreat
- Encounter for Young Adults
- Irelands 3rd National First Saturdays Conference
NEWSLETTER 1st November 2026
Feast of All Saints
All Saints’ Day is also known as All Hallows, Day of All the Saints, Solemnity of All Saints, or Feast of All Saints. It is a solemnity celebrated by the Catholic Church and various Protestant denominations in honour of all the saints, known and unknown. In Catholic theology, the day commemorates all those who have attained the beatific vision in Heaven.
The ultimate object of the veneration of the saints is the glory of God by celebrating the the lives of those who were pre-eminent disciples of the Lord we celebrate God’s influence in our lives.
In the Western Church: In the early days the Christians were accustomed to solemnize the anniversary of a martyr’s death for Christ at the place of martyrdom. In the fourth century, neighbouring dioceses began to interchange feasts, to transfer relics, to divide them, and to join in a common feast; as is shown by the invitation of St. Basil of Caesarea (397) to the bishops of the province of Pontus. In the persecution of Diocletian, the number of martyrs became so great that a separate day could not be assigned to each. But the Church, feeling that every martyr should be venerated, appointed a common day for all. The first trace of this we find in Antioch on the Sunday after Pentecost. We also find mention of a common day in a sermon of St. Ephrem the Syrian (373), and in the 74th homily of St. John Chrysostom (407). At first only martyrs and St. John the Baptist were honored by a special day. As early as 411 there is in the Chaldean Calendar a “Commemoratio Confessorum” for the Friday after Easter.
On 13 May 609 or 610, Pope Boniface IV consecrated the Pantheon at Rome to the Blessed Virgin and all the martyrs, ordering an anniversary; the feast of the ‘dedicatio Sanctae Mariae ad Martyres’ has been celebrated at Rome ever since. There is evidence that from the fifth through the seventh centuries there existed in certain places and at sporadic intervals a feast date on 13 May to celebrate the holy martyrs.
A November festival of all the saints was already widely celebrated on 1 November in the days of Charlemagne. It was made a day of obligation throughout the Frankish empire in 835, by a decree of Louis the Pious, issued “at the instance of Pope Gregory IV and with the assent of all the bishops”, which confirmed its celebration on 1 November. The octave was added by Pope Sixtus IV
The feast of All Saints achieved great prominence in the ninth century, in the reign of the Byzantine Emperor, Leo VI “the Wise” (886–911). His wife, Empress Theophano – commemorated on 16 December – lived a devout life. After her death in 893, her husband built a church, intending to dedicate it to her. When he was forbidden to do so, he decided to dedicate it to “All Saints”, so that if his wife were in fact one of the righteous, she would also be honored whenever the feast was celebrated. According to tradition, it was Pope Leo who expanded the feast from a commemoration of All Martyrs to a general commemoration of All Saints, whether martyrs or not….
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THIS WEEK’S NOTICES
HOLY SOULS NOVENA
Our Novena for the Holy Souls begins at Holy Cross, Tramore on Monday 2nd November at the 10.00am Mass and continues until Tuesday 10th November at all Masses.
Novena begins in Our Lady’s Carbally from Monday 16th Nov – Thursday 19th at 7.30pm
(All deceased relatives and friends are prayed for at every Mass for the duration of the Novena.
Envelopes will be available in the porches. Please hand them in to the sacristy, parish office or put into the boxes by the sanctuary.
For security reasons please do not leave the envelopes anywhere else. Thank You.
Remembrance Mass
The Remembrance Mass for all who died in our parishes in the past twelve months takes place in Carbally on Friday Nov 20th at 7.30pm and in Tramore on Thursday 26th Nov at 7.30pm
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.
Please note that for the duration of the Novena from 2-10th November, funerals will not take place at the 10am Mass, but will be held at a later time
THE CHOSEN
Tramore Parish invites you to see Jesus through the eyes of those who lived with and knew him.
Come along to watch Season Four of the Chosen series with us at Glór na Mara School, Convent Hill , Tramore beginning with Tea & Coffee from 7.15 to 9pm.
The Chosen Season 4 Next Episode
Monday 2nd November
Monday 16th November
Monday 30th November
Monday 14th December
TEA WATCH CHAT ENJOY
MASS BOOKING
The Mass Book for February 2027 will open at the Parish Office on Monday 2nd November at 9.30am.
Phone bookings will be taken from 10am.
Church Monthly Cleaning
Church Monthly Cleaning will take place after 10am Mass on Wednesday 4th November.
We thank all our volunteers for their continued help.
CARBALLY NOTICE
All Anniversary Masses to be booked in advance for Carbally Church and a maximum of 4 anniversaries will be taken for each Mass. Contact Sacristan: Mary Manton 086 -3669880.
Pope’s Monthly Intention for November
For the proper use of wealth
Let us pray for the proper use of wealth, that not succumbing to the temptation of selfishness, it may always be put at the service the common good and solidarity of those who have less.
MASS SCHEDULE 2026
Full schedule of all Masses for Tramore, Carbally, Dunhill & Fenor up to the end of the year, is available in the porches of all churches or click on the link below to view
PARISH & DIOCESAN EVENTS:
Be not afraid – Men’s Day
Join the Surfing Priests this Halloween in Tramore –
Saturday October 31st 9.30am – 2pm
With Fr. Stuart & Fr. Taddeo
Surf/coffee/sambos/chat
€40
To Book: Tel 086 391 4908
INFO@FREEDOMSURFSCHOOL.COM
Wetsuits & Boards provided
Fr. Patsy Kelly MSC Retreat
Fr. Patsy Kelly MSC will be visiting Mooncoin Parish for a Retreat in the Nagle Chapel, beside Mooncoin Church, on13th, 14th & 15th November 2026. Commencing 7pm-8.30pm on Friday evening and 10:00am-4:30pm approx. on Saturday and Sunday.
Come along to delve a little deeper into the “Good News”. All are welcome!
Compassionate Connections – Grief Support Group
If you have been bereaved and need a chat with those who have also experienced grief, this group is for you. All the details are outlined below.
The group will meet at 7pm on the dates below at St. John’s Pastoral Centre, John’s Hill, Waterford X91HW9D.
Upcoming dates:
October 27th 7pm-8pm
November 24th 7pm-8pm
December 15th 7pm -8pm
Compassionate Connections is a grief support group offering a warm and understanding space for people who have experienced the loss of a loved one. The group provides an opportunity to meet others who understand grief, share experiences if you wish, or simply come along and listen — there is never any pressure to speak.
Whether your loss is recent or some time ago, you are very welcome to come along.
For more information about Compassionate Connections or the upcoming meetings, please contactValerie on 085 144 7970. waterfordlismore.ie/compassionate-connections-grief-support-group/
HOLY FAMILY MISSION FAMILY DAY: ALL SAINTS PARTY
Sunday 1st November, 10am – 3pm. Bring a packed lunch. Music, Games, Dress Up & Saints Parade! Donation only. Pre-booking essential: (052) 6133181 / info@holyfamilymission.ie
DOOR OF GRACE: ANOINTING FIRE CATHOLIC MINISTRIES
For young adults aged 18 – 35. Catholic Dialogue, Adoration, Confession, Holy Mass and Fellowship. Saturday 7th November. From 12 noon – 5pm. St Saviour’s, Ballybeg, Waterford X91 W5FY. Contact Chris 083 8151469 for more info.
RAISING HOPE: CARING FOR OUR COMMON HOME TOGETHER
A Laudato Si’ Conference for the Dioceses of Cloyne, Cork and Ross, Waterford and Lismore
Sat 21st November 2026, 10am – 4pm. Clayton Hotel Silver Springs, Tivoli Cork T23 E244. More
info: www.waterfordlismore.ie
To register please email: maria.murphy@trocaire.org
LECTIO DIVINA WITH THE APOSTLES OF THE SACRED HEART OF JESUS
Join us for a time of reading and reflecting on the Sunday Gospel, followed by a cuppa.
Newcomers welcome! Two options to join. Come whenever suits. Tuesdays from 2:30-4:00pm at St. John’s
Pastoral Centre, John’s Hill. Thursdays from 7:30-9:00pm at Sacred Heart Convent, Newtown Rd. Queries?
Ring Sr. Kathryn 087 404 2784.
LUMEN CHRISTI YOUNG ADULT PRAYER & SCRIPTURE GROUP
Mondays 7 – 8.30pm. Ages 18 – 35. Luke Wadding House, Lady Lane, Waterford X91 F44E. For more info: info@waterford-cathedral.com
Lourdes Tractor & Vintage Run
Sunday 8th November
Entry €20
Raffle on day – Refreshments served
Gardenmorris Estate, Kill, Co. Waterford
Registration 11am
In aid of Lourdes Pilgrimage Volunteers Travel Fund
Ireland’s 3rd National First Saturdays Conference
This year’s conference will take place in Knock on Saturday November 28th. The day begins at 10am and finishes at 5pm. It includes Holy Mass, adoration, talks, and a healing service. Speakers include: Fr Patrick Cahill, Geraldine O’Donnell, Fr Leon Pereira OP, Nikki Kingsley, Fr Marius O’Reilly, Fr. Jaimie Twohig, Christine O’Hara, Fr. Mark Quinn, and Fr Philip Kemmy, Fr. John Keane will lead a Eucharistic Healing Service. More information and the list of buses going are available on www.firstsaturdays.ie.
At Fatima Our Lady promised that if we did what she asked there would be peace in the world and that many souls would be saved.
WORLD YOUTH DAY 2027
Are you aged 18 – 35 and interested in joining us for our Diocesan Pilgrimage to World Youth Day in Seoul, South Korea in August 2027? To find out more and express interest go to www.waterfordlismore.ie/youth-ministry/wyd2027
DIOCESAN RESOURCES:
Diocesan Newsletters
Ascend Youth & Young Adult Ministry
Radio Maria
1. Via Digital TV – Saorview Channel 210
2. Download our FREE App “RADIO MARIA IRELAND”
3. Streaming on our WEBSITE – www.radiomaria.ie
4. Via our ‘Listen Live Radio’ link on our Facebook Page.
5. Via PHONE – get live radio feed by calling +353 (0) 1 437 3277 (no extra charges apply).
6. Via DAB Radio in Leinster area.
Why not drop a line to our Spiritual Director, Fr Des Farren by text on 089-4672000, by phone on 01-4123456, or come and pay us a visit at Radio Maria Ireland, St. Anthony’s Business Park, Ballymount Road, Dublin 22. D22 R7W2
RECENT DEATHS:
Please remember those who died recently: Pat Morrissey Bray & Marian Terrace, Margaret Creagh née D’Arcy, Bridget Rockett née Foley
We remember the months mind for: Julie Richardson, Mary O’Donnell
We pray for those whose anniversaries occur at this time: Mary Byrne, Kitty Flynn (10th Ann), Anne-Marie Cusack, Margaret & John Esmonde
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:
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 open Monday ,Tuesday & Thursday 9.30am to 4pm. Wednesday 9.30-1pm & Friday 9.30-3.30pm However, opening times may change temporarily, Please check the newsletter for updates or call the office 051-386477.
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:
PRIEST ON DUTY – CALL 086-6004384
