CATHEDRAL BULLETIN
SUNDAY – AUGUST 1, 2010
EIGHTHEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

MARINO RESTREPO TESTIMONY
FRIDAY, AUGUST 20 - SLIGO CATHEDRAL
Please note that Marino Restrepo, often referred to as a ‘ST. PAUL FOR THESE TIMES’, will give his Testimony on Friday, August 20 at 8.00 p.m. here in the Cathedral.  This once famous musician and actor had a wonderful encounter with God during 6 months of captivity at the hands of FARC Rebels in Columbia, and now speaks powerfully of his experience.  All are most welcome.

FRIDAY NEXT - FIRST FRIDAY
Friday next, August 6 is the First Friday of the Month.  Mass will be celebrated at 7.00 p.m.  All are encouraged to attend this Sacred Monthly Celebration.
CONFESSION TIMES - AUGUST 6
Please note that Confessions will take place before the 8.00 a.m., 10.30 a.m. & 7.00 p.m. Masses on August 6.
FR. PAT LOMBARD’S FIRST FRIDAY CALLS
Please note Fr. Pat’s First Friday calls will take place in the second week of August.  Thank you.
 
ELPHIN DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK – AUGUST 15
Come and join with all the pilgrims from the Diocese to Knock Shrine on SUNDAY, AUGUST 15. The Ceremonies begin at 2.30 p.m. with the Anointing of the Sick followed by concelebrated Mass at 3.00 p.m.   If a member of your family is in care or in a Nursing Home please try to bring them along  as they may have fond memories of this particular Pilgrimage.   Come and join in this year’s Pilgrimage on August 15 and give all your family a new memory of Knock Shrine!
 
CATHEDRAL PARISH PILGRIMAGE TO LOUGH DERG – SEPTEMBER 11
All are invited to join with the parish for the annual Cathedral Parish Pilgrimage to Lough Derg on SATURDAY – SEPTEMBER 11.  For further information please contact Helen Tel: 9141773 (after 6.00 p.m.)  Thank you.

GETTING MARRIED IN 2010 / 2011
Please remember:
1. If you are getting married over the next six months, make sure the preliminary paperwork is completed in good time.  By the Law of the State you must give three months  notice - please contact Markievicz House Tel: 9155115.

2. Book  early your Pre-Marriage Course with either Accord Tel: 9145641 or Esker Retreat House, Athenry, Tel: 091 844549

“A Marriage is a vow to share one life together. A love-filled vow meant to be kept lovingly forever.”
 
MUSIC FOR WEDDING CEREMONIES
The Cathedral in consultation with our Musical Director has produced an extensive list of appropriate hymns
that can be used at a Wedding Ceremony. Couples planning a Wedding in the Cathedral should contact St. Mary’s for this list Tel: 9162670.  Thank you.
MUSICIANS
Musicians who are asked to play at Weddings in the Cathedral are also asked to contact St. Mary’s for this list. We ask that couples planning a Wedding and musicians would   choose music of a sacred character. Thank you.
 
 
 

VOCATIONS TO THE PRIESTHOOD
If you are considering a vocation to priesthood, please contact your local priest or Fr. Jim Murray, Carraroe Tel: 9162136 or Fr. John Coughlan, Athlone Tel: 090 6490575 or E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

CONCERN – CHURCH GATE COLLECTION
Please note that Concern will hold their annual Church Gate Collection here THIS WEEKEND – July 31 / August 1.  Church Gate Collections have always been a vital source of income for Concern and your kind assistance will ensure that they are in a position to continue to fight against poverty.  Thank you.

WARMER HOMES SCHEME
Sligo Leader Partnership are currently rolling out the Warmer Homes Scheme in County Sligo, which includes basic attic insulation and draught proofing measures. Eligible applicants must be in receipt of fuel allowance and old age pension or disability allowance.  Most urgent cases will be dealt with first.  For further information please contact Tel: 9141138.
 
NEXT SUNDAY’S READINGS
Please note the Readings for Sunday, August 8:
1st Reading: Wisdom 18: 6-9
2nd Reading:   Hebrews 11: 1-2, 8-19  Gospel: Lk 12: 32-48
Consider reading in preparation for Mass on Sunday next.

TOBERNALT HOLY WELL
The days of Summer invite us to spend more time in the great outdoors.  Tobernalt is our Shrine and place of prayer tohonour and reflect on God.  Take some time to visit and pray at the Holy Well.  Please remember that the Holy Well Prayer Book and History Book and Cards on the Holy Well are available from St. John’s Presbytery, Carraore, Veritas and Liber Bookshop, O’Connell Street.

RIVERBROOKE CROSS BORDER INITIATIVE
Currently recruiting young people aged 17-25 years in a study of sectarianism and its effects on young people north and south of the border.  All travel, food & accommodation costs will be covered.  Tel: 086 7754946.
 

 FEAST DAYS THIS WEEK
We remember in prayer the following saints whose Feast Day occur this week:
August 2: ST. EUSEBIUS OF VERCELLI, ST. PETER JULIAN EYMARD
August 4: ST. JOHN VIANNEY, Priest
August 7: SS. SIXTUS 11, Pope & COMPANIONS
      ST. CAJETAN, priest

CATHEDRAL PARISH – 2200 FAMILIES
THANK YOU for your contribution: SUNDAY – JULY 25: -
ENV.: € 2,031 PL./STAND.ORD.-  € 1,606
ST. MARY’S PRESBYTERY TEL: 9162670  SACRISTY TEL: 9161261
PARISH WEBSITE – www.sligocathedral.ie   E-MAIL – This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 BAPTISMS
We welcome into God’s family ZUZANNA SZUSTAK who was baptised recently in the Cathedral.

WEDDINGS
Congratulations and best wishes to SEANA GILMARTIN & PATRICK O’CONELL who were married recently in the Cathedral.

DIAL A PRAYER
Tel: 094 9621111 – Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays – from 8.00 to 10.00 p.m.  A caring person prays and listens.

DATES TO REMEMBER
HOLY HILL - Skreen - Mass - TODAY - August 1 at 12 Noon - all are invited  for Mass, tea, a tour, visiting and closing quiet prayer time.
HSE - N.W. - Retired Persons - Meeting - Thursday next, August 5 - 3.00 p.m. in St. Michael’s Family Life Centre.  All are most welcome.
ST. BERNADETTE’S - Rockwood - Mass - Monday, August 9 - 5.15 p.m.
CLONMACNOIS YOUTH FESTIVAL - August 12 to 15 - Free Buses - No Cost for festival - Tel: 01 6753690 / 086 3025442 for further details.
KNOCK MARRIAGE INTRODUCTIONS BUREAU - introducing people considering marriage to a suitable partner - Tel: 094 9375960.
 
ANNIVERSARY REMEMBRANCES: 
Tuesday, August 3:  8.00 a.m.:  IRIS DOYLE
   10.30 a.m.:  BRIDGET McHUGH
Wednesday, August 4: 8.00 a.m.:  PEIG STARRETT
   10.30 a.m.:  MARY ARMSTRONG
Thursday, August 5: 8.00 a.m.:  MICHAEL JOSEPH ENRIGHT
   10.30 a.m.: 1st Anniversary : WILLIAM CAWLEY
Friday, August 6: 8.00 a.m.: Birthday Remembrance: NORA PORTER
Saturday, August 7: 8.00 a.m.: MADGE HUGHES

PILGRIMAGES 2010
ELPHIN DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE
The annual Elphin Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes under the leadership of Most Rev Christopher Jones D.D., Bishop of Elphin, will take place from the 28th of August to the 2nd of September 2010.  The fully inclusive price of €684 includes 5 nights full board.  Booking forms available for Pilgrim Section from Joe Walsh Tours on 01 2410800 or 01 2410812.  Details on the Invalid Section are available from Rev Raymond Milton on 090 6437125 and information regarding the Youth Section can be obtained from Eileen Carr on 087 2406759 or Rev Hugh McGonagle on 071 9143430.

MEDJUGORE YOUTH FESTIVAL 2010
From July 31 for 7 nights. Departing from Knock with JWT. Join 50000 young people from all over the world for a festival of faith and fun. Price €699 but discounts available. Early booking essential contact Michael on 087 2497617

2010 PILGRIMAGE TO FATIMA
The annual Sligo Pilgrimage to Fatima will take place June 24.– July 1 Cost: €699 (all inclusive). Spiritual Director Fr. Jim Murray CC. Early booking is essential. Further details please contact Martin Tel: 071 9145491.

PILGRIMAGE TO MEDJUGORJE
From Knock 11th Sept 2010 for seven days staying at Dubrovnik Hotel, €699 all inclusive with €100 off price per person if paid in full by 2nd Feb. All enquiries: Group Leader Marita Concannon 098 64017 or 089 4146331.

HOLY SOULS CRUSADE PILGRIMAGES 2010
Divine Mercy, Krakow - 22nd-29th August. 7 Nights half board. Visiting Czestochowa, Wadoeice, Kalwaria & Zakopane €650 - €250 deposit. Garabandal - 9th-16th October 7 nights (6 full board)Visiting Potes, Picos de Europa, Santo Toribio, Covadonga, Oviedo & Limpias €630 - €250 deposit. Holy Land 2011 - assessing interest - to be arranged.Further details can be obtained from
Mary Mullins 091 8798407 / 087 225 5739.

FRIENDS OF CHERNOBYL Are looking for host families for children aged 10-13 for two weeks in July. Please contact Michelle on 087 928 7635.

MINI MARATHON - Ladies come and join us on combine a fun day with fundraising for the Bláthnaid Foley Trust. Bus provided - please contact 086 826 8266 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

EWTN
Eternal Word Television Network Global Catholic Network airs family and religious programming from a Catholic point of view. EWTN is currently airing it’s Lenten programming including Lenten reflections from Ireland.. Available free on Sky channel 769. If EWTN is not available on your local television provider please visit www.ewtn.com to obtain further information

STUDY THEOLOGY WITH THE PRIORY INSTITUTE
The Dominicans offer a distance learning theology programme, up to degree level, specifically for lay people. Please contact www.prioryinstitute.com or The Priory Institute, Tallaght Village, Dublin 24 on 01 404 8124/7

ST MICHAEL’S FAMILY LIFE CENTRE, Church Hill, Enrolment for all courses now ongoing. Contact 071 9170329.

RIVERBROOKE CROSS-BORDER INTIATIVE For those aged 17-30 from Sligo and Fermanagh. Contact John on 086 7754948 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

WHITEOAKS REHAB CENTRE in Donegal may now be viewed on YouTube. Please log on and visit this safe, supportive and abstinent environment for those in need of recovery. www.whiteoaksrehabcentre.com
FAITH & LIGHT Third Sunday of each month at St Michael’sFamily Life Centre Church Hill at 3.00 p.m.

SLIGO SOCIAL SERVICES
Sligo Social Services urgently needs donations of clothes to raise vital funds which help maintain important services. All donations can be left either in the front office of Charles Street or at the back entrance of Sligo Social Services, The Lungy from 9.30am to 5.50pm Monday to Friday.  Sligo Social Services, as a local charity, would like to thank all who have donated clothes to the service through the years.

 SLIGO LEADER PARTNERSHIP Are running a short course, free of charge to help those wishing to return to education. If you would like a second chance at education or have experienced difficulty in accessing third level education then this course will help you access your place and develop your own learning path.  For further details contact Kelly on 9141138 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BECOMING A VOLUNTEER?
SLIGO GENERAL HOSPITAL Has launched a new Volunteer Service to provide assistance for people visiting the hospital. Training given - if you are over 18 and interested please contact 9171111 ext. 2609/4210.

HOSTEL FOR HOMELESS
Volunteers needed for day, evening & night shift for the Hostel for the Homeless in Ballytivnan. If interested contact Jon Jameson on 071 9160130

GETTING MARRIED IN 2010/2011
Please remember if you are getting married over the next six months, make sure preliminary paperwork is completed in good time.  By the law of the State you must give three months notice - please contact Markievicz House Tel: 9155115.  Book early your Pre-Marriage Course with ACCORD Tel: 9145641.
“A marriage is a vow to share one life together. 
A love-filled vow meant to be kept lovingly forever.”

BLESSED SACRAMENT CHAPEL CAR PARK
Please note that the Blessed Sacrament Chapel Car Park is only for use by people who are in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel.  Thank you.
If a member of your family or a neighbour is seriously ill, whether in hospital or at home, and would like a visit from a priest, just leave a message at the Parish Office Tel: 9162670.
 
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
Please note that the Sacrament of Baptism is celebrated in the Cathedral on the FIRST THREE SUNDAYS of each month only.  Two weeks notice MUST be given. To arrange Baptism please contact our Minister for Baptism Mary Healy telephone: 087 2259621. Please note that there are copies of our Baptismal Policy available at the entrance to the Cathedral.  Feel free to take a copy home to read.  Thank you.

EUCHARIST TO THE HOUSEBOUND
Parishioners are asked if they know of anyone who is housebound and who would like to receive the Eucharist in their homes on each Sunday and First Friday to please submit their names and address to the Parish Office Tel: 9162670.

BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY
Minister for bereavement  – Mary Gallagher Tel: 9141543
PARISH KEEPING IN TOUCH
Parishioners please note that it is not always easy to keep in touch with all parts of the parish.  Please inform the office Tel: 9162670 if you know of anyone who is sick, in hospital or if you know of anyone who would like to be on the First Friday visit list.  Thank you.

CARE OF THE SICK
The priests of the parish are always happy to visit the sick in their homes or in hospital.  The sick may wish to receive Communion or the Sacrament of the Sick.  Renewed regulations at the hospital have made it more difficult for priests to know who is in hospital.  If there is a sick person who would appreciate a visit please contact one of the priests or Tel: 9162670 during office hours.

CATHOLIC UNATTACHED DIRECTORY
Are you an unattached Catholic seeking new friends or perhaps looking for someone special?
Consider joining the Catholic Unattached Directory?  It is organised by practising Catholics.
Tel: 01 2837888 or Website – www.cathud.com

PARISH ENQUIRIES
SAINT MARY’S PRESBYTERY TEL NO:071  9162670
OFFICE HOURS 9.00 a.m. - 6.00 p.m. – Monday to Thursday.  9.00 a.m. to 5.30. p.m. – Friday.
TO OBTAIN CERTIFICATES: BIRTH/BAPTISMAL, CONFIRMATION / MARRIAGE
Please note that all above Certificates are available from the Cathedral Sacristy. Sacristans Betty Comiskey and Ciaran Maughan are available between 9.30 a.m. and 12.30 p.m. – Monday to Friday on:071 9161261.

REMEMBER
If you have just recently moved into a new home in the parish and would like to have it blessed, just make contact with the priest of your area.

PASTORAL CARE AREAS - CATHEDRAL PARISH
FR. TOM HEVER:
MERVILLE / MAUGHERABOY AREA TO MAUGHERABOY BRIDGE –
Church Hill, Jink’s Ave., Treacy Ave., Ard Na Veigh, Lyndale and all Maugheraboy Estates.
Included also are Wolfe Tone St., Knappagh Rd. and Southern Court.
STRANDHILL RD – FROM NEW ROAD TO CUMMEEN BRIDGE:
including – Thornhill, The Park, Larkhill Road, Larkhill Woods, Kevinsfort Heath, Kevinsfort.
FR. PAT LOMBARD:
MAUGHERABOY POST OFFICE TO CURLEY PARK –
including Maugheraboy Rd., Cedar Drive, Springhill Court, Hanley Tce., Mountain View, Ardee Tce., Ardee Dr., Knocknarea Villas, Oakfield Rd., Oakfield Park, Oakfield Cres., Ballydoogan, Miscaun View.
TOWN & MCR -
All Streets and estates from the Hawks Well Theatre - Temple St., St. Patrick’s Terrace, Cathedral View, Hanley Tce., Mail Coach Rd., St. Joseph’s, Summerhill Village.   All in-town streets from John St. and Church St. down to the river and quays. Including Dominic St., Church St., O’Connell St, Wine St., Stephen St., Quay St., Emmet St., Union Place.
All areas North of the Strandhill Road –
including – Farmhill, Sraid na Mara, Sea View Park, Aylesbury Park., Woodville Court, Rathedmond.