What in this week’s newsletter
- Reflection for the 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time
- Ash Wednesday
- Youth Adoration
- Pilgrims of Light
Newsletter 15th February 2026
Reflection for the 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time
The heart of religion
This list is of some of Jesus’ sayings give an indication of what is important to him. He states the religious tradition of the people when he says that he has not come to abolish the old religion, and that religion must go much deeper and be an affair of the heart. He asks for forgiveness and reconciliation when he speaks about leaving a gift at the altar to go for reconciliation. He com¬mends marriage, and faithfulness in marriage, in his views on divorce. He believes in the respect for sexuality that is shown in not using a person. This collection of Jesus’ sayings, form a background to how he lived his life himself. He lived out these sayings in many of the events of his life, which we hear about on other Sundays. The Sermon on the Mount, of which this is part, is the backdrop to much of Jesus’ life and mission, a sort of vision statement for his life and ministry.
Much of this went against the religious practice of his people, which was centred mostly on externals. He saw the ritual and the law of religion as important only if it came from the heart. This is the challenge always to religion – to live heartily what it enthusiastically believes. Practices in ritual and in religious custom and laws may change with different cultures and times; what is important is the way we live our lives, following Jesus and knowing that all our efforts to live like him are praised and rewarded. Pope Francis says, ‘It is not enough to just respect the commandments and do nothing more. Christian life is not just an ethical life: it is an encounter with Jesus Christ’ (9 May 2016).
Repeat a favourite gospel phrase as you breathe in;
your out breath is your thanks for this help in your life.
Lord, your will be done each day in my life.
Donal Neary SJ
THIS WEEK’S NOTICES
Ash Wednesday A day of fast and Abstinence Feb 18th
Mass:
Holy Cross Church: 10am
Fenor – 9.00am
STATIONS OF THE CROSS:
STATIONS OF THE CROSS WILL TAKE PLACE EVERY FRIDAY MORNING DURING LENT AFTER 10AM MASS BEGINNING FEBRUARY 20th
Trócaire boxes will available in the porches
Please take home a Trócaire box for Lent and give it a prominent place somewhere in the home.
Prayers for the Holy Souls after 10am Mass every Friday morning after Stations during Lent.
The tapestry behind the altar will be covered in a purple cloth for Lent, a symbol of a different season and the sacrifice of the season.
Youth Adoration
Holy Cross Church, Tramore
13-25 year olds
Thursday 19th February
7 – 8.15pm
Confessions available
New Mass Schedule
With only having two priests to cover the parishes of Tramore & Carbally, Dunhill and Fenor we have no option but to change the Mass schedule going forward for the country parishes of Dunhill & Fenor and Carbally, on an alternating weekend basis, taking effect from the weekend of Feb 1st.
On Feb 1st Mass will take place in Dunhill at 9.30am and Carbally at 11am and the following weekend Sat 7th Feb the Mass will take place in Fenor at 6pm.
Full schedule of all Masses for Tramore, Carbally, Dunhill & Fenor up to the end of the year, will be available in the porches of all churches or click on the link below to view
Mass Booking
Letter from Fr Richard re our graveyard upkeep:
PARISH & DIOCESAN EVENTS:
An Evening with 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 Three of The Chosen series with us, at Glór na Mara School, Convent Hill, Tramore beginning . Tea & coffee served from 7.15 to 9pm
9th Mar Episode 6,
(13th Apr Episode 7, 11th May Episode 8).
Tea – Watch – Chat – Enjoy!
BAPTISED AND SENT IN LENT REFLECTION PROGRAMME
BAPTISED AND SENT IN LENT REFLECTION PROGRAMME: Join us for these afternoons of reflection as we rediscover who we are as God’s people, listen to the Holy Spirit and take concrete steps, individually and collectively towards living our baptismal calling more deeply. Offered in three locations around the Diocese on Sundays 2.30 – 4pm (Feb 22nd – March 22nd): St John’s Pastoral Centre, John’s Hill, Waterford X91 HW9D | St Mary’s Parish Pastoral Room, Mitchel St., Dungarvan, X35DE98 | * St Oliver’s Pastoral Centre, Clonmel E91 E339 (* Begins on March 1st in Clonmel) Led by the Diocesan Synodal Team and Diocesan volunteers. All are welcome! More info on
https://waterfordlismore.ie/pastoral/synod/
Pilgrimage through Revelation Bible Study (Part 2)
Wednesdays 7.30 – 9pm. February 18th & 25th. Prayer, teaching/study, tea/coffee. All are welcome. Tinteán na hÉireann, (The Foyer of Charity), Leperstown Cross, Dunmore East, Co. Waterford X91FC65. Enquiries contact Helen (086) 1678027 or hellywilliams@gmail.com
Parish Tarsus Scripture Team
Tarsus Scripture warmly invites you to join us on the following Bible journey. We are taking a new and exciting look at St. Paul. You will be amazed! The first of 4 sessions begins on Thursday 19th February at 7.30pm in the Parish Centre, St. Joseph & Benildus, Newtown Road, Waterford. Come along, we would love to see you!!
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
Café Theology
CAFÉ THEOLOGY: “Napro Fertility care for Life” – a Talk by Kay O’Dwyer. Tues 17th February at 7pm in St. John’s Pastoral Centre, John’s Hill, Waterford, X91 HW9D. Tea / Coffee afterwards. More info on www.waterfordlismore.ie
PILGRIMS OF LIGHT
PILGRIMS OF LIGHT – Young Adult Event young adults with the Sisters of Mary Morning Star. Sat 28th February. Chapel of the sisters of Mary Morning Star on Lady Lane, Waterford. Vespers at 6.30pm followed by discussion, dinner and adoration. RSVP to 0873928734 or marymorningstar.ireland@gmail.com
LIFE SHARED
LIFE SHARED: Small group sessions on Zoom to encourage and equip everyone in the church to share our faith. We’ll explore what it means to live out God’s call to share our lives and our faith with friends, colleagues, and neighbours. Session Dates: 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th March 2026, 8:00 – 9:15pm. For more information or to register, please contact: Sr. Kathryn – waterford@ascjus.org or 087 404 2874 or see https://waterfordlismore.ie/faith-development/
Life in the Spirit
LIFE IN THE SPIRIT SEMINAR@ Tinteán na hÉireann, (The Foyer of Charity), Leperstown Cross, Dunmore East, Co. Waterford X91FC65. Sundays 3 – 5pm from February 15th – March 29th. Open to all newcomers. Prayer, teaching, tea / coffee. To register contact Helen (086) 1678027 or hellywilliams@gmail.com
Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes
If anyone is interested in donating money to offset the total cost of the Tramore Guild of the Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes for the sick, they could hand in their donation to either the Sacristy or the Parish office.
Also, if anyone is interested in travelling with the Pilgrimage to Lourdes in 2026 (3-8 June 2026) they could hand their name and phone number to the Office or Sacristy.
Evangelium
Evangelium, a one-day Catholic Conference for young adults takes place in Clayton Hotel Silver Springs, Cork at 10:30 Saturday 21st March 2026. A great opportunity to listen to inspiring speakers. More information and tickets (€15 each) available from www.evangelium.ie
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
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: Rita Dunne, Rev Fr David Keating, Christopher (Chris) Connolly
We remember the months mind for: Louise Musante Tess Eiffe Robert (Bob) Fleming David Walsh, Mary McGrath, Josephine Purcell, Agnes Power
We pray for those whose anniversaries occur at this time: Anna Beresford 1st Ann, Tara Rellis, Margaret Ann Cowman, Angela Anthony, Mary Brennan
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:
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:
PRIEST ON DUTY – CALL 086-6004384
