Newsletter 29th March 2026

NEWSLETTER 29 MARCH 2026

Reflection Palm Sunday

He has endured the cross

Our gospel today is long; it is the first of two readings of the passion and death of Jesus; we hear many sayings and notice events that are familiar to us and to all Christians. Maybe during the week, we could take time to reread the gospel account, and watch what happens, going a bit behind the externals.
We see Jesus being mocked, tortured, hurt, ridiculed, beat¬en and killed.
We notice his fear in the garden of his agony, and also his willingness to go to the end for what he believes in and sees as his mission in life.
We see him being treated unjustly, and a notorious thief being chosen over him for release. We see him on the cross, when he seems to feel neglected by his Father.
We notice also the help he received – the silent sympathy and love of his mother, Simon’s help carrying the cross, the sympathy of the ‘daughters of Jerusalem’, and even the faith of the Roman who said he was a good man, a ‘son of God’. We wonder about how he felt with the mockery and with the help he received.
We can identify with much of his suffering, in our own lives and the lives of people close to us. He is the one who ‘has en¬dured the cross and despised its shame’ (Hebrews).
We can often take comfort and consolation from the fact that he identifies with the suffering of the human race, and that his resurrection is the basis of our faith, hope and love.
Look at or imagine a crucifix, and pray as you feel drawn.
Lord, by your cross and resurrection,
you have set us free;
you are the Saviour of the world.
Donal Neary SJ

THIS WEEK’S NOTICES

Parish Easter Card

Our Parish Easter Cards with the  Schedule of Easter Ceremonies are available in the porches. Please take one.

Parish of Tramore & Carbally Easter Ceremonies 2026

Tramore:

Palm Sunday March 29th: Palms are blessed at all weekend Masses
Holy Thursday Apr 2nd: Mass of the Lord’s Supper at 7.30pm
Silent Adoration from 8.30-9.30pm
Good Friday Apr 3rd: Stations of the Cross at 12 noon
Celebration of the Lord’s Passion at 3pm
Prayers around the Cross at 7pm

Holy Saturday Apr 4th: Easter Vigil at 9pm

Easter Sunday Apr 5th: Mass at 8.30am & 11pm

Carbally:

Palm Sunday March 29th: Palms are blessed at 11am Mass

Good Friday Apr 3rd: Celebration of the Lord’s Passion at 7.00pm

Easter Sunday Apr 5th: Mass at 11am

Parish of Dunhill & Fenor Easter Ceremonies 2026

Dunhill:

Palm Sunday March 29th: Palms are blessed at 9.30am

Holy Thursday Apr 2nd: Mass of the Lord’s Supper at 7.30pm
Silent adoration from 8.30-9.30pm

Holy Saturday Apr 4th: Easter Vigil at 9pm

Fenor:

Good Friday Apr 3rd: Celebration of the Lord’s Passion at 3pmEaster Sunday Apr 5th: Mass at 9.30am

Collections

Good Friday: Collection for the Holy Places.

Easter Weekend: The Easter Collection is for the Support of the Priests of the Parish and Diocese.

Trócaire Boxes may be returned during Easter Ceremonies to the Sacristy,
or to the Parish Office after Easter
For SECURITY REASONS please DO NOT leave boxes around the church or by any door.

If you wish to donate online, Please go to www.tramoreparish.ie click Donate Now, click Other Collections where you will see the collections specified.

Divine Mercy Sunday Celebration – April 12th

We welcome you to Holy Cross Church, Tramore to celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday.
2.30pm Rosary
2.45pm Chaplet
3pm Blessing of the Divine Mercy Image followed by Mass

Popes Monthly Intention for April

For priests in crisis
Let us pray for priests going through moments of crisis in their vocation, that they may find the accompaniment they need and that communities may support them with understanding and prayer.

Mass Booking

The Mass Book for July will open at the Parish Office on Wednesday April1st at 9.30am.
Phone bookings will be taken from 10am.

Church Cleaning

Church Monthly cleaning will take place on Wednesday April 1st after 10am Mass.
We thank all our volunteers for your continued help.

Parish Office Easter Break

Monday 9.30am – 4pm
Tuesday 9.30am-4pm
The Parish office will close on Wednesday 1st April at 4pm until Tuesday 7th April at 9.30am.
We wish all our Parishioners a very Happy Easter

Found

Two pieces of Jewellery found in the church recently. Please contact the parish office 051386477

Gifts for Confirmations /Communions

Lovely selection of Cards, Rosaries, Rosettes & gifts for First Holy
Communion/Confirmation, are now available At the parish Office.
Please feel free to drop in

PARISH & DIOCESAN EVENTS:

Explore Diocesan Priesthood

Come and See Day on Saturday 11th April 11am-4.30pm Pallottine Centre, Thurles, Co. Tipperary. Please email carol.king@vocations.ie or go to vocations.ie for more information.

LIVE STATIONS OF THE CROSS

Holy Family Mission present a Live Stations of the Cross at Ss Peter’s and Paul’s Church, Clonmel on Good Friday at 7.30pm. Join us as we contemplate the Passion of Jesus through the eyes of His Blessed Mother.

ST CARLO ACUTIS RETREAT DAY FOR TEENS

ST CARLO ACUTIS RETREAT DAY FOR TEENS in Knock Shrine on April 19th. For teens aged 13 – 19, from 11am – 2.30pm in The Prayer Centre. With games, testimonies, basic catechesis, crafts. Lunch will be provided. Gift pack for each participant. Led by Fr Patrick Cahill and Holy Family Mission. Organised by the Apostolate of Eucharistic Adoration. Limited numbers. Must pre-register. Contact Bairtle (086) 3020948 or email carmeluich@gmail.com

YOUTH 2000 MUNSTER RETREAT

Residential Retreat for ages 16 – 35. CBS Secondary School, Midleton, Co. Cork. 17th – 19th April 2026. Donation Only. A great weekend of talks, music, workshops, games, prayer and meeting new people! All info on www.youth2000.ie

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK 2026

Calling ALL ADORERS of the Blessed Sacrament in Waterford & Lismore:
National Eucharistic Adoration Pilgrimage to Knock on Sunday 19th April 2026
(weekend after Divine Mercy). Details on www.eucharisticadoration.ie
Bus Itinerary on that Sunday:
6.30am: Carrick-On-Suir (call John: 087 917 1762)
6.45am: Kilsheelan (call John: 087 917 1762)
7.00am: St. Mary’s, Clonmel (call or text Mathúin: 087 246 7526)
7.15am: Cahir (call John J: 086 316 8451)

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

ADULT CATECHISM COURSE IN CLONMEL

An adult catechism course will be held at St. Oliver’s in Clonmel, beginning on Thursday April 23rd. The course will be recorded and it will be possible to participate in the following ways: in-person, online or at one’s own convenience by watching the video recording. The classes will be on Thursday evenings from 7:30-8:30pm. They will be cancelled a few times in the summer months, which will be announced probably a few weeks before each cancelled class. If you need further information, please contact Sr. Nadiya whose details are on the poster outlined below. This is a great opportunity to learn more about your faith in a way that suits your lifestyle.

CAMP CREIDEAMH

June 7th – 13th at Knockadoon Camp (East Cork) A one week (6 nights), stay-on-site, full-board camp for 13 – 18 year olds. Fun, friendship and growing in faith. The camp activities include Mass, prayer, catechesis, various sports, hillwalking, music, quizzes, movies, daily Mass and rosary. The camp will feature daily Mass and daily recitation of the Most Holy Rosary. For more info: https://campcreideamh.ie/ or contact Fr Roche 086 9972539

BE HEALED WEEKEND RETREAT

Friday 8th May – Sunday 10th May, Glencomeragh House, Kilsheelan, Co. Tipperary, E91 H584. Led by Fr. Patrick Cahill. Retreat starts at 9am on Friday (Arrival & Registration) and finishes on Sunday at 3:15pm. Often we struggle for years without any improvement.
The Lord is calling you on a journey of healing of the heart. Healing Service, Mass, Adoration, Confession, Anointing of the Sick, Prayer Ministry, Times of Silence & Personal Reflection. Full Board Accommodation: €270. To book: email info@holyfamilymission.ie / ring 052 6133181. For more information: www.holyfamilymission.ie

SILENT RETREAT

SILENT RETREAT WITH TINTEÁN NA hÉIREANN (FOYER OF CHARITY):
Theme: “If you but knew the gift of God…” May 18th – 24th at Mount St Joseph’s Abbey, Roscrea, Co. Tipperary. Cost €560 (full board ensuite) / €510 (no ensuite). Preached by Fr Kilian Byrne: Daily Mass, Rosary, Eucharistic Adoration, Teachings.

DIOCESAN RESOURCES:

Diocesan Newsletters

Ascend Youth & Young Adult Ministry

Radio Maria

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: Agnes Dunne

We remember the months mind for: Thomas (Tom) Ging

We pray for those whose anniversaries occur at this time: Tony Wall, John & Alice Cheasty, Matt & Áine Waters, Colin Waters, Anna Treacy, Dick Cowman, Mary Anderson, Kathleen O’Kane, Abby Foley, Ned Cheasty, Billy Butler & deceased family members

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:

https://www.tramoreparish.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Tramore-Carbally-Dunhill-Fenor-Mass-Schedule-2026.pdf

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:

www.waterfordlismore.ie

PRIEST ON DUTY – CALL 086-6004384