Newsletter 1st December 2024

REFLECTION:

Reflection for 1st Sunday of Advent

The four weeks of Advent are a slow wait: one candle this week, the empty crib. With Mary and Joseph we wait for Christ. The candles light the way for them – and for us, one each week of Advent.
Christmas should come quickly – the message of the ads. We could be excused for thinking it is nearly over. The Christmas parties are well under way. Some dinners for the elderly have been held already. The carols have been playing for weeks now.
The best waiting, like waiting for birth, is slow. Parents wonder about their child – who will he/she be like? The mother needs support and love; the children look forward to another baby; grandparents wait in pride. Even when the family situation is limited, we wait in joy and hope for the child – like Mary and Joseph, Elizabeth and Zechariah and all the bible parents who waited, often for many years.
How is my faith this year from last year? And what would I be asking for?
Would I promise anything to help me wait actively for Jesus
~Mass more often than Sunday,~ the Angelus every day,
~to read the gospel each day,~ to be kinder and more just,
~ to care for the poor and needy at home or away in war torn or climate challenged countries.
Let my Advent bring me closer to God and effect for the best the lives of those close to me. If we wait in faith and in hope, then everything, even the carols being sung and the celebrations begun too early, can remind us of the God who is coming soon in Jesus Christ, to be born of Mary.
Mary, may l wait with you in joy, reflection, patience and hope.
Donal Neary SJ

THIS WEEKS NOTICES:

AN EVENING WITH THE CHOSEN IN TRAMORE PARISH

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 Mondays: 9th Dec, 13th Jan, 10th Feb, 10th March and 14th April. All are welcome.

 

YOUTH ADORATION

Holy Cross Church Tramore

Thursday December 5th from 7pm-8pm
Age group 13-25, year olds.
All most welcome.

 

Holy Cross Church Christmas Tree of Remembrance

Again this year we are decorating our Christmas tree in the church with silver Christmas decoration cards.
If you would like a loved one remembered, the name will be added to the card and it will be placed on the tree in their memory.

Please drop in to the Parish office and we will be happy to assist you.

Donation for each remembrance card, in aid of Church Restoration Fund.

 

SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL TRAMORE

The annual collection for the Society of St Vincent de Paul will take place before Masses at the Parish Churches in Tramore & Carbally, on next Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th December 2023
As demands for our assistance continues to increase, donations are essential for us to respond to the needs of families and individuals in the community.
Thanks for your support.

 

Christmas Concert in The Holy Cross Church in Tramore

Join Waterford soprano Caroline Reid O Brien & Sínó (a local based group) as they host a magical Christmas concert in The Holy Cross Church in Tramore on Tuesday 10th December.
There will also be musical entertainment from choirs from three local schools; Gaelscoil Philip Barún, Holy Cross NS and Ardscoil Na Mara.

Kicking off at 7pm. This is a free concert.
A Bucket collection in aid of St Vincent De Paul will take place on the night.

 

Marian Grotto Rosary

A huge thank you to all who attended the 3pm Rosary at the Marian Park Grotto throughout the month of October.
The holy sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for your intentions.

 

Making Room for Christ in the Inn of Our Hearts

Monday, December 2nd 2024
St. Paul’s Parish Centre, Lisduggan, Waterford X91 E167
7.30pm
A reflection offered by Sr. Maureen Fitzgerald, ascj, and a time for prayer

The fee for attending is a warm pair of socks
to be shared with someone who is homeless.

 

POPES INTENTION FOR DECEMBER

For Pilgrims of Hope
Pope Francis requests this month’s prayers “so that this Jubilee strengthens us in faith, helps us recognize Christ risen in our lives, and transforms us into pilgrims of Christian hope.”

 

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-4.00pm

 

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.

 

Mass booking

The Mass book for March 2025 will is open at the Parish Office on Monday 2nd Dec at 9.30am. Phone bookings taken after 10am

 

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

 

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

 

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.

 

The Tramore Active Retirement Association

Annual General Meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at the Community Care Centre on the Pond Road at 11:00 a.m. All are welcome

 

 

RADIO MARIA IRELAND

RADIO MARIA IRELAND Christmas Fundraiser! On Friday 13th December in the The Meadowlands Hotel, Tralee. Doors open at 5:30pm followed by a four-course meal, live music, information about Radio Maria including its mission, vision and how it can help support the faithful in Ireland today. Why not come along and enjoy a great night and help a charity! To book your ticket (€70 per person) go to Eventbrite.ie or to book over the phone or for more information, call the studio on 01 4 123456 or online on www.radiomaria.ie
Radio Maria Ireland is available on digital television via Saorview channel 210, website www.radiomaria.ie, or on the App ‘Radio Maria Ireland’, via Alexa, Facebook and Google and, for those without digital connectivity via landline phone broadcast on 01 437 3277.

RECENT DEATHS:

Please remember those who died recently Carmel Breen née O’Gorman, Kathleen Margaret McLoughlin née Clague, Kevin Dunne

We remember the months mind for Chrissie Power née Cantwell, Christy Maloney

 

We pray for Vincent Jennings, Keith Richards, Katherine & Richard Harney Sean Phelan, Peter Halligan, Ivy Halligan, Eileen Halligan 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