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Newsletter 2nd November 2025

What in this week’s newsletter

  • The Commemoration of the Faithful Departed (All Souls Day)
  • Congratulations to our own Brian Hoffman who is to be ordained to the Permanent Deaconate.
  • We welcome Elaine Partridge to our team of Parish Representatives for Tramore and Carbally.
  • The Sisters of Mary Morning Star, based in Waterford City, will visit our parish next weekend to offer for sale their beautiful handmade artisanal products after each mass.
  • Taize Vigil for Peace, led by the Island of Ireland Peace Choir at Edmund Rice Chapel, Barrack Street, Waterford
  • Remembrance Mass for all who died in our parishes in the past 12 months takes place in Tramore on Thursday 27th Nov and in Carbally on Friday November 21st.
  • Reflection for the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time
  • Holy Souls Novena begins at Holy Cross on Monday 3rd November and Our Lady’s Carbally from Monday 17th November.
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Newsletter 2nd November 2025 – 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time

Reflection:

The Commemoration of the Faithful Departed (All Souls Day)
On this day, we feel a sense of communion with our faithful departed. As followers of a risen Lord, we believe that our faithful have not just departed from us but have also returned to God, from whom they came. We understand death as a door through which we pass back to the source of our being, the Creator of all life. We also believe that our loved ones, in passing over into God, do not break their communion with us. Even though they have departed from us, they remain in communion with us and we remain in communion with them. A vital stream of life continues to flow between our deceased loved ones and ourselves. The faith and love that bound us together in this life still binds us to them when they pass over into the next life. In the gospel reading, Jesus gives her son back to the grieving widow. One of the ways we expressed our love for our loved ones in this life was by praying for them. Our loved ones who have died can still be touched by the love that finds its voice in prayer. Prayerful remembrance is one of the ways we continue to give expression to our loving communion with them. Such prayer helps them and can also help us. None of us will have had a perfect relationship even with those we have loved the most. When someone close to us dies, there is always some unfinished business. Praying for our loved ones can help to heal whatever may need healing in our relationship with them. As a result, our communion with them can deepen after their death until it comes to fullness at the moment when we too pass over from this life and are united with them in God’s love at that great banquet of life portrayed in today’s first reading.                          
 
Martin Hogan
 

THIS WEEK’S NOTICES

Deacon Brian Hoffman

Congratulations to our own Brian Hoffman, who will be ordained to the Permanent Deaconate this weekend by Bishop Cullinan in Holy Trinity Cathedral, Waterford, along with Eric O’Sullivan. 
 
Brian and Eric have undergone many years of discernment and formation for this role, and it now culminates in their ordination to the Diaconate, and the beginning of their ministry as a Deacons in the Diocese of Waterford & Lismore.
 
A Deacon is one called to serve. He assists the Priest at Mass, proclaims the Gospel, preaches the homily occasionally, prepares the Altar, distributes Holy Communion, and dismisses the assembly. He can also baptise, celebrate the Rite of Marriage, and assist with funeral prayers, reception of the deceased and burial. He is also expected to comfort the sick and housebound with visits, to support prayer Groups and Church ministries, to pray the Office of the Church (daily prayers/readings), and celebrate Benediction.
 
We congratulate Brian especially on his ordination and wish him well in his future ministry. We also think of Brian’s supportive family and friends, especially his wife Mary and son Ryan, who have helped, encouraged and supported his decision towards the Diaconate. It will be a tremendous and joyful day for them, and us all as fellow parishioners and friends. 
Deacon Brian, Ad Multos Annos.
 

Parish Faith Representatives

We welcome Elaine Partridge to our team of Parish Representatives for Tramore & Carbally. Elaine was commissioned by Bishop Cullinan in late September. Parish Faith Reps walk and work intentionally with young people on their journey of faith, offering meaningful opportunities to encounter Jesus. Elaine joins a wonderful team who do magnificent work with our young people in many areas of faith. Our Parish Faith Reps are Jennifer Dunne, Billy Butler, Brid O Hehir, and Elaine Partridge.
Our Chosen/Alpha Team are Billy & Pam Butler, Jennifer Dunne, Katrina Bent, Kevin O’Brien, Brid O Hehir, and Ann Kelly. – Many thanks to them all!
 

The Sisters of Mary Morning Star Craft Sale

The Sisters of Mary Morning Star, based in Waterford City, will visit our parish on November 8th and 9th. Their mission is to pray for our diocese and for each of our intentions. After each Mass, they will offer for sale their beautiful handmade artisanal products. All proceeds will go toward supporting their daily needs and ministry.

 

Family Day at the Holy Family Mission

Saturday 1st November and it’s our All Saints party! Fun and games for all the family! Come along and dress as your favourite saint! 10am – 3pm. Donation only. Pre-booking essential: info@holyfamilymission.ie
Phone: 052 6133181
Holy Family Mission, Glencomeragh House, Kilsheelan, Co. Tipperary E91 H584

Encounter for Young Adults

Friday 14th November at 8pm, St John’s Church, Parnell Street, Waterford. Talk, Adoration & music, confessions available, followed by pizza and chat! If you’re aged 18 – 35 we’d love to see you there!

More info www.waterfordlismore.ie/youth-ministry

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 with Episode two on 17th November.

Taize Vigil for Peace

Led by the Island of Ireland Peace Choir at Edmund Rice Chapel, Barrack Street, Waterford on Friday 7th November from 8pm – 9pm.
Take time to find peace in a sacred place while remembering all who long for peace in our area and throughout the world.
All are very welcome!

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

Our Novena for the Holy Souls begins at Holy Cross, Tramore on Monday 3rd November at the 10.00am Mass and continues until Tuesday 11th November at all Masses.
Novena begins in Our Lady’s Carbally from Monday 17th – Thursday 20th at 7.30pm. All deceased relatives and friends are prayed for at every Mass for the duration of the Novena. Envelopes will be available in the porches. Please hand them in to the sacristy, parish office or put into the boxes by the sanctuary. For security reasons please do not leave the envelopes anywhere else.  Thank You.
 

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. 

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 will open at the Parish Office on Monday 3rd November at 9.30am. Phone bookings will be taken from 10am.

Church Cleaning

The Church monthly cleaning will take place on Wednesday 5th November after 10am Mass. We thank all our volunteers for their continued help.

PARISH & DIOCESAN EVENTS:

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

Lourdes Tractor & Vintage Run Fundraiser

Lourdes Tractor & Vintage Run in aid of Lourdes Pilgrimage Volunteers Travel Fund
Sunday 9th November at the Gardenmorris Estate, Kill, Co. Waterford
Registration 11am – Refreshments served. – Raffle on the day.

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

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: 

We remember the months mind for: Stuart Roche

We pray for those whose anniversaries occur at this time: Mary Byrne and Mamie Power née Bohill

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.

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