Carraroe Church

1. Your Eircode / Seniors Alarm
The Eircode ofyour house will assist emergency services to find your house
faster. Please keep it in a location which is easy to locate.Also,For Senior with
the Alarm system, please test the alarm by pressing the button and keep it
with you at all times. Help for both service from CADRA
Church Books and Leaflets
During these days let us spend some time in prayer and reflection. Booksand
leaflets are available at our Church Bookstand and at the main entrance to the
Church on Saturday and Sunday.
Also, Copiesofthe Sunday Readings and Mass Programme for the Weekend
are available in the Church porch on Saturday and Sunday.
Carraroe National School
The school will have a farewell for the sixth class Boys and Girls during the
week. This will be short gathering in the open space with a note ofprayer
from Fr. Jim, followed by words from the Teachers and Principal. Also, a
presentation will be made to the students.
Prayers at Home
In these extraordinary times when we cannot gather for Mass, we would
encourage you to download and print out this prayer booklet for use at
home. Perhaps consider printing off some copies to pass on to people who
may not have internet access. While you can pray this at any time, a good
time to do so would be at the time Mass is normally celebrated in your local
parish. https://www.elphindiocese.ie/prayers-at-home-when-gathering-for-
mass-is-not-possible/
Strength of a Mountain : God took the strength ofa mountain,
The majesty ofa tree, The warmth of a summer sun,
The calm of a quiet sea, The generous soul ofnature,
The comforting arm of night, The wisdom ofthe ages,
The power ofthe eagle's flight, The joy ofa morning in spring,
The faith of a mustard seed, The patience ofeternity,
The depth ofa family need, Then God combined these qualities,
When there was nothing more to add, He knewHis masterpiece was complete,
And so, He called it ... Dad
ST JOHNS CHURCH
CARRAROE
PARISH NEWSLETTER
Priest: Fr Jim Murray
Email: carraroe@holywellsligo.com
Phone: 071-9162136
Mobile: 087-8198466
Websites: www.carraroechurchsligo.com
www.holywellsligo.com
Radio: 107 FM and churchtv.ie/ carraroe
Church Opening
The plan is that our Church will open on the weekend of4/5th
July. Weekend
Mass times will remain unchanged for the present that is 7.30pm on Saturday
evening and 9.30am and 11.30am on Sunday. Seats will be closed offwith set
areas for seating in line with Social Distancing. The Community Centre will
also be open with video and audio link. Eucharistic Minsters and Readers will
be contacted before the end ofJune or in early July. Altar Servers will be
suspended for the present. Sunday Collection baskets will be available at the
back and side door as no collection will be taken up during Mass. Obviously
the opening ofthe Church will follow similar guidelines to any business
inviting people to come and visit them in these times.Retired people in our
Parish might consider attending a morning Mass in our Parish as we will
allocate a Sunday Mass to some ofthese days. Volunteers will be needed to
steward the entrance and showpeople to the seats and some people will be
needed for sanitation after each Mass. Modern and easy to use equipment is
ordered and will be available in the Church and Community Centre.
Obviously the opening ofthe Church will be set out in the interest ofyour
safety and the safety offellowparishioners.Your co-operation when you visit
will be needed and appreciated. We are all on a learning curve. Let us support
one another.
A Thought
The Coronavirus reminds us to look back at the past and wish that it would
return. Now, we look towards the future with hope, courage, change and a
little pessimism. Perhaps we need to stay in the present and look after each
other.

2. Church RoofRepairs
The repairs ofthe Church roofare continuing at the moment and should be
complete before the end ofJune. Some necessary repairs to the inside ofthe
roof will also take place as a result ofremoving the slates. During the work the
Church and Church grounds are closed. The church via the main entrance
will be open on Saturday and after the 11.30am Mass on Sunday for visitors to
the Church.
Booking Church Masses
All Massesbooked at this time are remember in our Private Masses during the
week and are announced at the 11.30am Sunday Mass on churchtv.ie/carraroe
and on our Parish radio at 107 FM. Please contact the Parish Office to book
any Mass for a loved one or for any other intentions. MassCards/ Bouquets
from the Holy Well can be got at the Presbytery.
Lough Derg Online
During the month ofJune, Lough Derg is offering opportunities to have an
experience ofretreat and pilgrimage from wherever you are. Online Retreat
Days continue on 13 and 18 June. From 27th
– 29th June
people can do the
Three Day Pilgrimage from afar, along with the Prior and team. To register
for this historic event and for full details ofwhat is happening during June go
to www.loughderg.live Tel. 071 9861518 or Email info@loughderg.org
COVID-19 Support Line for Older People
ALONE national support line supports older people who have concerns or are
facing difficulties relating to the outbreak ofCOVID-19 (Coronavirus).
Professional staffare available to answer queries and give advice and
reassurance where necessary. The support line is open seven days a week,8am
- 8pm, by calling 0818 222 024.
Newsletter
Please share a copy ofour Newsletter with the housebound and those who do
not have accessto Social Media. It will help them to keep in contact with our
Parish.
Tobernalt Holy Well
The Holy Well is open during day light hours for visits.Please maintain Social
Distance while visiting the Holy Well. The Mysteries ofthe Rosary
or Stations ofthe Cross are a wonderful way to pray and reflect
during these times.
Suporting our Church
I appreciate your support at this difficult time and ask for a rememberance
both in prayer and if possilble financially. Parish envelopes or loose change
contribution can be dropped into the Presbytery. Letter box is available at the
bottom ofthe front door or beside the Parish Office at the side ofthe
Presbytery. Also a box is available in the Church on Saturday and Sunday.
Thank you for your support in these difficult times.
Parish Envelopes – 14th
June €620
Acknowledge Receipt of€250 towards the RoofRepairs With thanks
Please continue to support your Church or consider making a contribution to
the Church Roofrepairs.
Parish Standing Order
Over the years some Parishioners have set up standing orders to our Church,
payable weekly or monthly. If you would like to do the same our bank details
are as follows: Account: St. John’s Church, Carraroe: Account Number:
12185497 BIC: ULSB IE 2D IBAN: IE86 ULSB 9862 6012 1854 97
St. John’s GAA
Fundraise with Cliffony/ Rossespoint GAA taking place next Sunday Father’s
Day, 21st
June in aid of The Sligo Cancer Support Centre. Details on St. Johns
Face Book page and you might be surprised by who has visited the page!!
Helping in Our Church
Sincere thanks to the members ofthe Folk Choir and Altar Society who are
helping in our Church over this period.
Church Communications During the Coronavirus
Please turn into our Sunday Mass at 11.30am on churchtv.ie/Carraroe and
press play, or visit our web site www.carraroechurchsligo.com Also our Parish
radio has been upgraded and is available on 107FM. Please let parishioners
knowabout this service in your area. Also, our Parish Newsletter is
reproduced on a regular basis and available on our Parish Web site and
Carraroe Church Sligo Face Book. Also, we publish Parish information on
our network throughout the week.
Consider
Your neighbour may not have a way of connection with church tv in our
Parish, but most people have a FM radio. Since the radio reception has been
upgraded it is not much easier to receive our radio service. Let us others know
for Mass in our Parish just tune to 107FM. It is simple and easy.