What in this week’s newsletter
- Reflection for the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
- We congratulate Deacon Brian Hoffman on his ordination to the permanent Diaconate.
- Holy Souls Novena continues begins in Our Lady’s Carbally from Monday 17th November
- Come along to watch The Chosen series with us at Glór na Mara School, Monday 17th November
- Youth Adoration for 13-25 year olds on Thursday 20th November
- Remembrance Mass for all who died in our parishes in the past 12 months takes place in Tramore & Carbally
Newsletter 16th November 2025
The Feet of the Sun:
If you look at the sun in the evening, you often see the rays of light hitting the Earth. In Irish they are called ‘cosa na greinne’ or ‘the feet of the sun’. We can think of them as God’s feet walking along our scorched and wounded earth: through the poverty and the illness of his world, through fields full of landmines and unexploded bombs, the rays of light take their pilgrimage from heaven through our world, which needs the light of God so badly.
Even in persecution the presence of God is near. Even in betrayal and in the conflicts that arise over the word of God and how to live the gospel, God is near. He never abandons his people. We can almost sum up the message of the prophets as ‘God does not abandon us’.
In years when the Church throughout the world was stripped of almost all except its relationship with Jesus, we know that despite the faults, sins and weaknesses and the huge need for renewal, God is near in the word of Jesus Christ. It is in listening to his word and interpreting it together for today that we will find our true way forward as his community.
Lord Jesus, may your kingdom come and your will be done on earth as in heaven.
THIS WEEK’S NOTICES
Deacon Brian Hoffman
Sunday November 2nd, 2025, was a memorable day for Brian Hoffman, his family, and our Parish community.
On that day, together with his friend Eric O’Sullivan, Brian was ordained to the permanent Diaconate. It was a marvellous and happy occasion for both men, their families, and friends. Bishop Cullinan, in his homily reminded all present that both Brian and Eric’s first calling was as husbands and fathers but within that commitment was found another call, a call to serve; to serve God’s family within the Diocese as Permanent Deacons.
We congratulate Deacon Brian, his wife Mary and their son Ryan, and hope that Brian will be happy in his future ministry.
Youth Adoration at Holy Cross Church, Tramore
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 Two of The Chosen series with us at Glór na Mara School, Convent Hill, Tramore beginning with tea & coffee from 7.15 to 9pm, on 17th November, for season three – episode two.
Remembrance Mass
The Remembrance Mass for all who died in our parishes in the past twelve months takes place in Carbally on Friday Nov 21st at 7.30pm and in Tramore on Thursday 27th 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.
Holy Souls Novena
Pope’s Monthly Intention for November
For the prevention of suicide
Let us pray that those who are struggling with suicidal thoughts might find the support, care, and love they need in their community, and be open to the beauty of life.
Mass Booking
The Mass Book for February is open at the Parish Office on Monday 3rd November at 9.30am. Phone bookings will be taken from 10am.
PARISH & DIOCESAN EVENTS:
First Saturday Conference in Knock
To mark the 100th anniversary of the First Saturday Apparition in Pontevedra, Spain, there will be a special conference in Knock on the first Saturday in December – December 6th. The day begins with adoration and confessions at 10am in the Reconciliation Chapel. There will be three talks from Bishop John Keenan, Antonia Moffat, and Fr Philip Kemmy in St John’s Centre. There will also be the Rosary led by the Children’s Rosary group, a 15-minute meditation led by Fr. Marius O’Reilly, as Our Lady requested for the First Saturdays, and time for lunch. At Fatima, Our Lady promised that there would be peace in the world and that many souls would be saved through this devotion. For more details, please visit firstsaturdays.ie
Café Theology
Brushstrokes of the Spirit: Healing the Soul
A Talk by the Artist Deirdre Walsh at the St. John’s Pastoral Centre, John’s Hill, Waterford City X91 HW9D
Tuesday 18th November 2025, Talk begins at 7pm and concludes with Tea/Coffee
Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan will attend
Telephone: 051-874463 | Email: info@waterfordlismore.ie
Fire in the South
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.
Jubilee Year of Hope
For the Jubilee Year of Hope Bishop Cullinan invites the people of the Diocese to visit various pilgrim locations from Ardmore to Mount Melleray, from Lismore to Waterford.“Pilgrim Path Passports” are available in all porches to record people’s personal journeys to special places around the Diocese.
For more information visit: www.waterfordlismore.ie/jubilee2025
DIOCESAN RESOURCES:
Two New Young Saints for the Church!
To learn more about St Carlo Acutis and St Pier Giorgio Frassati, check out www.waterfordlismore.ie/youth-ministry
Jubilee Year
A Jubilee Year is celebrated by the Church every 25 years. This Jubilee Year begins on Christmas Eve 2024 and concludes on 6 January 2026.
In the Catholic Church, a Jubilee or Holy Year is a special year of forgiveness and reconciliation, in which people are invited to come back into right relationship with God, with one another, and with all of creation.
For more information please visit www.waterfordlismore.ie/jubilee2025
Diocesan Newsletters
Ascend Youth & Young Adult Ministry
LOCAL EVENTS & RESOURCES:
Tramore Community Care – Meals on Wheels
Urgently needs Kitchen Volunteers for the following periods:
9am – 11am or 11am – 12 noon, Monday to Friday.
Please call to the centre or phone 051-381126 / 089-2050290
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Breast Cancer Awareness Month takes place October 1st-31st.
For further information, please log onto www.breastcancerireland.com.
RECENT DEATHS:
Please remember those who died recently: Deinice Quilty, Maureen Hayes née Cahill, Stephen Richards and Dan Spillane
We remember the months mind for: John (Sean) Collins, Ursula O’Neill née Manahan, Michael Elliott, Martin Coffey
We pray for those whose anniversaries occur at this time: Denis Finlay (1st Ann), Carmel Breen (1st Ann), Jim Murphy, Emmie Hartley, Larry Robinson, John & Peggy Hutchinson, Joe & May Crowley & family
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
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 & 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 visitn 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
