Sunday, 16th September 2018 - Cappagh Parish Newsletter -






Cappagh Parish Newsletter


Sunday, 16th September 2018 | 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time



Contact details



Parish Office 8224 3375 | Emergency mobile 07561838455

Fr Kevin McElhennon PP 8225 8108

Fr Daniel McFaul CC 8225 1055 | Fr Stephen Kearney 8225 2643

Baptismal Programme 07895557365 | SVP KC 07738837992 | CTK 07738838066





Cappagh & Drumragh: Joint Bible Study’s


Commencing Oct 2018


The Bible and The Sacraments, based on the work of Dr Scott Hahn, is unlike any other study on the sacraments.

Presented by Matthew Leonard, the deep mysteries and truths of the sacraments come alive in a whole new way!

Fr Kevin McElhennon will host this 11 wk study on Monday evenings in Christ The King Church and Tuesday mornings in the Cappagh Parish Centre, Killyclogher.

Tel: 02882243375 for info or to book.


Mary: A Biblical Walk with the Blessed Mother, is a beautiful study that will bring you on a unique

pilgrimage, revealing Mary’s unique role in God’s Kingdom and in our lives.

Fr Christopher McDermott will host this 8 wk study in St Joseph’s Hall, Omagh on

Wednesday evenings and Thursday mornings.

Tel:02882242029 for info or to book.




Recent Baptisms

We welcome through Baptism: Ruairi Francis Maguire



Recent Weddings

Congratulations to the following couples: Joanne McAleer & Jonathan McCloskey & Irish Romero & Daryl McCullagh



Recent Death

We pray for the families of:

James Murphy, Strathroy

Frances Quinn, Mullaghmore Drive

Patrick Hutchinson, Randall Drive

May they rest in peace



Do This In Memory Programme

An Introduction meeting for parents/ guardians of Yr4 children, receiving the Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Holy Communion in our parish; will take place on Wed 26th Sept at 8pm in Christ the King Church. It is important you attend this meeting.



Children’s Liturgy Group: Christ the King

Starts back at Sun 30th Sept at 12noon Mass. Volunteers are urgently required, please contact the parish office or speak with one of our priests if you can help. Many thanks.



Parish Bingo

Every Monday night in the Parish Centre.



Killyclogher/Cappagh GAC Lottsodoo

Winning No’s: 2, 3, 10, 11, 16

Jackpot remains £5,000 for next weeks draw



The Net Magazine

Now available in the Church porches and can be purchased in Top News, Georges St, Omagh.



Thank you for your donation:

Stipend: £5,077



Christ the King Youth Choir

CTK Youth Choir has returned to the 6.30pm Vigil Mass after the Summer break. With exciting plans for the recording of a Christmas CD and an upcoming performance in the Strule Arts Centre on Fri 16th Nov, now is the perfect time to join the choir! Membership of the choir qualifies for the Pope John Paul II and

Millennium Volunteers Awards. All new and existing members, secondary school age and over, are invited to join practice each Saturday evening in Christ the King Church at 5.30pm. Contact Davog:07763163388,

Patrick: 07548384668 or message the facebook page.



St Mary’s PS, Killyclogher 5K/10K

St Mary’s PS Parent Support Group, in conjunction with the Enda Dolan Foundation, launch their “Coach to 5K/10K “ 5 wk training programme on Tues 18th Sept in Youth Sport, Omagh, 6.30-7.30pm.

Register: At the school, on the website or on the first night from 6pm. Fun for all the families. All Welcome!



St Marys PS, Killyclogher: Quest for Lego!

If you have any pieces of unused Lego at home that you could donate to the school Lego club; please leave them with Angela in the School Office. They will be very much appreciated and bring much enjoyment!



St Eugene’s Primary School, Tircur

The Multi-purpose hall is available for hire at competitive rates. Ideal for community activities and classes. Contact the school for info: 028 8164 8407



Pope John Paul II Award Pilgrimage to Knock

Takes place on Tues 25th Sept for young people, ages 16-18, who may be interested in participating in the award or are currently doing it. Starts at 11am and concludes at 3pm with Mass, celebrated by Bishop McKeown. For more info visit: www.jp2award.com or contact 028 7126 4087.



Summer Schedule



St Mary’s Church, Killyclogher

Sunday Mass: Vigil: 7.30pm, 9am, 11am.

Daily Mass: Mon-Sat 10am. Tues & Fri: 7.30pm

Confessions: Sat after10am

Rosary: Mon-Sat 9.10am

Adoration: Fri 3pm-7.20pm

Legion of Mary: Mon 8.15pm

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Novena: Tues 10am

Divine Mercy Chaplet: Sun 3pm



Christ the King Church, Strathroy

Sunday Mass: Vigil 6.30pm, 12noon

Daily Mass: Mon & Wed: 7.30pm

Thurs morning as announced

Confessions: Mon&Wed:7-7.20pm.Sat 5.45-6.20pm

Rosary & Divine Mercy Chaplet: Wed 6.45pm

Adoration: Mon 6-7pm, Thurs 7-8pm &

Sun 3.30-6.30pm



St Mary’s Church, Knockmoyle

Sunday Mass: 10am



Corpus Christi Church, Mountfield

Sunday Mass: 10am




Rosary on the Coast

The third Rosary on the Coast for Life and Faith will take place on Sunday 7th Oct at 2pm on Benone Strand. This is now a global event, so come along and join our worldwide brothers and sisters in praying for Ireland and the world. For details Tel: 07730330028



Padre Pio Triduum

A Triduum in preparation for the Feast of St Padre Pio will take place at the Franciscan Friary, Rossnowlagh, Co.Donegal from Thurs 20th until Sun 23rd Sept. There will be Mass, Homily and Blessing of Relic at 7.30pm Mass each evening. Preacher:Fr Pius McLaughlin, OFM, who met Padre Pio. All welcome.



Overseas Volunteers Required!

Volunteer Carpenters, Builders, Media Specialists, Early Childhood Practitioners, Occupational Therapists, Primary/Secondary Teachers, Accountants, Social Workers, Farmers … required for placements on Missions in Africa, SE Asia and the Caribbean. No previous overseas exp required, no upper age limit! Volunteer training programme begins 22nd Sept in Dublin. Contact: Viatores Christi 00353 1 868 9986 or email: apply@viatoreschristic.com



Save the Date: 27.09.18

“Vincent’s Shop”, Killyclogher have organised a night of “Fun & Fashion” upstairs in The Village Inn; on Thurs 27th Sept at 7.30pm.



Marriage Encounter Weekend : The Joy of Love in Marriage

Dromantine Conference Centre, Newry, 5-7 Oct 2018. For info visit or to book contact: www.marriageencounter.ie or call 02871359612.



NI Fire & Rescue Service: Charity Car Wash

Takes place at Omagh Fire Station on Sat 22nd Sept from

10am-4pm. Proceeds in aid of Air Ambulance NI, The Fire Fighters Charity and Adoption UK. Your support will be greatly appreciated.



Can you lend a hand?

Have you parenting experience, parent or grandparent; would like to share this experience and have 2-3 hrs a week to spare?

Home Start, Omagh District, are looking for volunteers to help young families who need a friend to talk with, who understands parenting. Tel: 028 8224 0902 if you can help.



St Brigid’s Secondary School Class of 1969/70 Reunion

Fri 9th Nov at 8pm in The Village Inn. RSVP: facebook page,

Sally: 0771325686 or Collette: 07729132673.



Loreto Grammar School Past Pupil’s Reunion

Sat 6th Oct at 1pm in Kelly’s Inn, Garvaghy. 2 course lunch and tea provided for those who book. Tel: Joan: 07934377699,

Briege: 02880760667 or Carmel: 00353872070415.



MASS INTENTIONS

Mon 17th Sept: Barney Maynes, Tirquin Rd / 10am / KC

Fri 21st Sept: Anna Saul, Farmhill Rd / 7.30pm / KC

Sat 22nd Sept: 1st Aniv: Bridget O’Donnell, Old MF Rd / 10am / KC

Sun 23rd Sept: Eugene Scallon, Knocknamoe Rd / 11am / KC



Mountfield Notes:

MCA A.G.M: Sun 23rd Sept in St Brigid’s PS at 6pm. Everyone invited to attend and get involved.

Buy a Brick Fundraiser continues. If you would like to buy one, contact a committee member or check the facebook page.

St Brigid’s Playschool A.G.M: 3rd Oct at 7.30pm in the school.

St Brigid’s PS Annual Walk: Sun 29th Sept at 10.30am, departing from the school. Everyone welcome!



Dramatise Youth Theatre

New 6wk block of classes commence on Tues 18th Sept in the CKS Community Centre. Class 6.30-7..30pm. Register 6-6.30pm. £20 per child and £35 per family. Suitable for all Primary School aged children.



Harold McCauley : Coffee Evening

Wed 26th Sept at 7.30pm. Admin:£2 Proceeds for Residents Comfort Fund



Adult Ceili Dance Classes in

Omagh Golf Club every Wednesday, starting 19th Sept, at 7pm. Dancers

and Non-dancers welcome!



Volunteer with Trócaire

Trócaire are currently recruiting volunteers to support their fundraising, campaigning and education work in Ireland.

For information call: 02890808030