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Newsletter 28th September 2025

What in this week’s newsletter

  • Summary on the life of Carlo Acutis, one of our new saints.
  • Lourdes Church Gate Collection on 4th and 5th October 2025
  • Mass of Installation of the First Class Relic on the Feast of St. Carlo Acutis
  • Tramore ICA 80th Anniversary Celebration
  • Volunteers required for Tramore Community Care – Meals on Wheels 
  • Mass Booking for January
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Newsletter 28th September 2025 – 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Reflection:

St. Carlo Acutis (1991-2006)
 
Carlo Acutis was born on May 3, 1991, in London, to Andrea Acutis and Antonia Salzano. From a young age, Carlo displayed a profound love for God and the Church that inspired his parents. “Before Carlo’s birth, I was really caught up in the culture of our time,” his mother says. “I was a prisoner of everything that is relative and limited.” But “Carlo showed me how to live in my century while turning toward eternity.” His family later moved to Milan, Italy, where Carlo’s passion for computer programming blossomed alongside his deepening faith.
 
Carlo’s life was characterized by a remarkable integration of faith and reason. Despite his young age, he exhibited an exceptional intellect and a keen interest in understanding the mysteries of technology and Catholicism. He spent many hours honing his skills as a computer programmer while remaining committed to prayer and devotion. Carlo is often referred to as the patron Saint of the internet.
 
At the age of seven, Carlo began participating in daily Mass and developed a deep love for the Eucharist. “My secret is to contact Jesus every day,” he said. He also prayed the rosary often, demonstrating his profound devotion to Jesus’ Mother, the Blessed Virgin Mary: “The Virgin Mary is the only woman in my life.”
 
One of St. Carlo’s most significant contributions to the Church was the creation of both a portable exhibition and a related website cataloguing Eucharistic miracles from around the world. He was able to catalogue 187 Eucharistic miracles during a period of two-and-a-half years. Through his expertise in computer programming, Carlo sought to share the profound reality of the Real Presence with others, inviting them to encounter Jesus in the Eucharist. “The Eucharist is the highway to heaven,” he often said. “When we face the sun, we get a tan… but when we stand before Jesus in the Eucharist, we become saints.”
 
Carlo Acutis died on October 11th, 2006, from leukaemia. He serves as a model for young people seeking to navigate the complexities of the digital world while remaining faithful to the Gospel. His life reminds us that holiness is attainable for all who seek to follow Christ faithfully, regardless of age or vocation.
 
Following his death, Carlo appeared in a dream to his mother. He told her she would become a mother again. On the fourth anniversary of his death, at the age of 44, she gave birth to twins, Francesca and Michele, in what many consider a miraculous event attributed to his intercession.  
 
Carlo Acutis was canonised on September 7th, 2025, along with Saint Pier Giorgio Frassati (1901-1925) 
 
May they continue to inspire us all, regardless of our age. 
 

THIS WEEK’S NOTICES

Collection for Invalids for the Lourdes Pilgrimage

There will be a Church Gate collection at all Masses on the 4th and 5th October 2025 to raise funds to send invalids to Lourdes with the Diocesan Pilgrimage in 2026. We would ask that if possible, you would give to our Collectors to assist in the cost of sending our local invalids to Lourdes with the Pilgrimage next year. All donations will be gratefully accepted and appreciated. The monies collected will all be used towards the cost involved in sending Local Invalids on the Pilgrimage to Lourdes. Many thanks to all.

Mass of Installation of the First Class Relic on the Feast of St. Carlo Acutis

Sunday 12th October 2025 @ 12pm
Holy Family Church, Ardfinnan, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary
Celebrated by Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan
Everyone Welcome!

Collection for Priest’s Retirement Fund

The collection for Priest’s Retirement Fund was taken up last weekend. We thank all for their generous contribution

Mass Booking

The Mass Book for January will open at the Parish Office on Wednesday 1st October from 9.30am. Phone bookings will be taken after 10am.

Church Cleaning

The Church monthly cleaning will take place on Wednesday 1st October after 10am Mass. We thank all our volunteers for their continued help.

Pope’s Monthly Intention for September

For our relationship with all of creation
Let us pray that, inspired by Saint Francis, we might experience our interdependence with all creatures who are loved by God and worthy of love and respect.

PARISH & DIOCESAN EVENTS:

 

Alpha: Explore Life, Faith, Meaning

9 week programme beginning on 2nd October to 27th November, Thursday nights from 7 – 9pm. Parish Centre at St Joseph & Benildus Church, Newtown Rd., Waterford. All welcome.
Contact Anne at 086 3747511 or email parishofficejbm@gmail.com

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 9.15 p.m. 
 

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

Diocese of Waterford & Lismore Jubilee Pilgrimage to Rome

November 10th -16th 2025, led by Most Rev Alphonsus Cullinan
Contact Myriam Tours
Tel: 057-9355050
Email: info@myriam.ie

 

 

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

Faith@Home Family Newsletter, Let’s Dive In Children’s Resource, To the Heights Youth Newsletter or Diocesan Events Bulletin, go to www.waterfordlismore.ie/resources
 

Ascend Youth & Young Adult Ministry 

For more information  please visit www.waterfordlismore.ie/youth-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

Tramore ICA

Tramore ICA are celebrating their 80th Anniversary with a dinner in the Majestic Hotel on Wednesday 22nd of October at 7pm. All current members and past members of Tramore Guild are invited to attend. Music on the evening by Dick Frisby.

Irish Conversation – Tramore’s Ciorcal Cómhra

Tá sé ar ais arís! After the summer break, Tramore’s Ciorcal Cómhra (Irish conversation group) is ready to get going once more. We’ll be gathering in Tramore Library on Thursday evening, October 9th 2025 from 7pm to 8pm and everyone is welcome.
The Ciorcal is always full of life and laughter. It’s not about perfection, it’s about participation where you will have the chance to speak, to listen and to soak up a lively Irish conversation in good company.
It is saor in aisce and all ages, all levels and all backgrounds are welcome, from beginners who are dipping their toes in to regulars who just love the chance to speak as Gaeilge. You can come on your own or bring a friend as there’s always someone ready to chat and you’ll find plenty of encouragement too.
For more details, call Tramore Library at (051) 849 594 but there’s no need to book as you can just come along on the night. We’d love to see you there.

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: Patrick (Paddy) Roche

We remember the months mind for: Sean Brennan

We pray for those whose anniversaries occur at this time: Kitty Power, Patrick McGrath, Carmel Kiely, Gerry Hewetson, Liz Brett, Jim Lynch, Tommy Foley, Matty & Una Maughan, Maureen Harpur, Gerard & Marcelle Stevens, Patrick Hackett and Charlie Breen

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.

rest in peace Tramore Parish

 

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:

www.waterfordlismore.ie

PRIEST ON DUTY – CALL 086-6004384

 

Tramore Parish, Waterford