Parish Survey and Census

By now, a parish representative should have delivered to your home a parish survey and census form. Its purpose is to help us to seek the views of parishioners on various aspects of parish life.

We are equally interested in your views whether you are a regular attender at Drumragh Parish services, attend services in another parish or are a non-attender. We are also taking this opportunity to update the parish records.

The representative will return to collect the completed survey within one week.

Alternatively, leave the completed survey in the marked box in either of the churches or in the parish office.

You can also complete the information online. The census and survey are available on our website and Facebook page.

Spare copies are also available in the sacristies and in the parish office.

We appreciate your taking the time to complete this.

Feasts of the Week

Week Beginning Sunday 7th April 2019

Thursday 11 April – St Stanislaus, bishop and martyr

Saturday 13 April – St Martin I, pope and martyrs

Sacred Heart Church

7.30 pm Mass Intentions

Wednesday Johnny Kinnear – Month’s Mind

Friday Eileen Campbell – Memorial Mass

Memorial Mass

There will be a Memorial Mass for Eileen Campbell (née Mullan) in the Sacred Heart Church on Friday 12th April at 7.30 pm.

Baptisms

We welcome into our Christian Community:

Ruairi John-Paul Hamilton

Recent Weddings

We congratulate the following couple who were married here recently:

Gemma Kelly & Conor Skinnader

May the grace of the sacrament remain with them all their lives.

Recent Deaths

We pray for the family of the following who died recently:

Gerry McGonigle

May he rest in peace.

Prayer for Priests

We ask for your prayers for the following priests:

Sunday 7th April – Fr Ignatius McQuillan

Monday 8th April – Fr Peter Madden

Tuesday 9th April – Fr Anthony Mailey

Wednesday 10th April – For All Priests

Thursday 11th April – Fr Gerard Mongan

Friday 12th April – Fr Colm Morris

Saturday 13th April – For All Priests

Baptismal Preparation

The next Baptismal Preparation Evening will be in the Pastoral Centre on Monday 8th April at 8 pm. For further details or to book, contact 0789 555 7359.

‘Life in the Spirit’ Seminars

Omagh Charismatic Prayer Group has invited Archbishop Eamon Martin to celebrate the Eucharist for the final evening of their 2019 Seminars on Thursday 11th April in the Sacred Heart Church and he has kindly accepted. Archbishop Martin was ordained a priest for our diocese in 1987 and Co-Adjudator Archbishop of Armagh on 21st April 2013. This will be his first visit to Omagh since his Episcopal Ordination and all are welcome to attend this Mass and give him a warm welcome.

Lenten Devotions - ‘Mary’s Way of the Cross’

On Sunday 7th April at 6 pm in the Sacred Heart Church the women of our parish will lead us in this devotion written by Richard G Furey, CSsR. Mary stood by her Son throughout his passion and in her faith experienced the joy of the Resurrection. This evening’s prayer will allow us 21st century Christians, female and male, to do the same in hope that we will with Mary’s assistance, deepen our faith and allow Jesus to rise once more in our lives.

Do This In Memory

The next Do This In Memory Mass will be on Saturday (13th April) at 6 pm in the Sacred Heart Church. All Year 4 children preparing for First Communion are asked to attend with their families.

Save The Date

We are organising a Retreat Day for our Eucharistic Ministers, Ministers of the Word and our Baptismal Team on Saturday 25th May in the Mellon Country Hotel from 11 am to 4 pm. All are welcome.

SVP – Volunteers needed

St Vincent de Paul are looking for reliable and enthusiastic people who are willing to give a minimum of a three-hour commitment per week to volunteer at their charity shop. You can pick up an application form at Vincent’s Shop, 43 Castle Street. Only over 18s need apply. Be active in helping in your community.

Thank you to everyone who supported our customer appreciation day. Thanks to all the donors and volunteers who worked so hard to make it a success.

Vincent’s Shop Appeal

Have you items in your home which you no longer need? Vincent’s Shop (43 Castle Street) are in need of the following items:

· Furniture (in good condition)

· Clothing, Handbags & Shoes

· Bric-a-brac & Pictures

Your donations can be collected any Tuesday or Wednesday. Call 028 8225 2000 or visit our shop at 43 Castle Street to arrange collection. Thank you for your ongoing support, helping SVP to help others.

Sacred Heart College

Post 16 Open Evening

Tuesday 9th April at 4 pm

All Welcome

Thornhill Ministries, Culmore Road, Derry

“Everything Belongs” Retreat Day with Fr Paschal McDonnell (Monday 15th April – 9.30 am to 2.15 pm). A time for reflection as we process our life experiences and learn to accept our flawed, fragile and beautiful self. “Queen of the May Festival” on Friday 3rd May to Monday 6th May. We invite anyone who would like to set up a May Altar to please get in touch. Contact 028 7135 1233 or e-mail thornhillministries @derrydiocese.org.

Drumragh Parish Draw Winners

April 2019

£2,000 – Gerald McCarney. Promoter – Geraldine McCarney; £1,000 – Fr Eugene Hasson, 52 Brook Street. Promoter – Fr Eugene Hasson; £500 – Daniel Mullan, 1 Ashbourne Heights. Promoter – Kevin Mullan; £250 – Paul Logue, 1 Gap Road, Mullaslin. Promoter – Attracta Kelly; £100 – Paddy Cleary, Tattysallagh. Promoter – Gerry Starrs; £100 – Stephanie Kennedy, 30 Kildrum Road, Dromore. Promoter – Jackie McDermott; £100 – Hazel Retalic, c/o Promoter. Promoter – Rozella Kelly; £100 – Jim Mathers, 61 Dublin Road. Promoter – Gerald Lilly; £100 – Marian Hunter, c/o Promoter. Promoter – Raymond McNally; £100 – Liam O’Donnell, 180 Clanabogan Road. Promoter – Siobhán McGinn; £100 – Paul Corey, Shaneeragh, Dromore. Promoter – Bridie McElroy; £100 – Mary Bannon, 9 Glenard Road. Promoter – Brenda Bannon; £100 – Dympna Kelly, 30 Lissan View. Promoter – Brian Kelly; £100 – Josie Darcy, 24 Letfern Road. Promoter – Sacred Heart PS; £100 Promoter’s Prize: Jim McGread, Tattysallagh.

Please note the next draw will take place on Tuesday 7th May in St Joseph’s Hall.

Easter Fair

The Local Hungarian community are hosting an Easter Art Craft and Hungarian themed event in Cappagh Parish Centre on Sunday 14th April from 1 to 5 pm. It is the first of its kind in Killyclogher and your support will be very much appreciated. Promises to be a most enjoyable event with something for everyone.

Legion of Mary Retreat

Friday 17th to Sunday 19th May

Ards Friary

Call Anthony on 0777 036 5458

Safeguarding Children Contact Details for Relevant Agencies and Services

PSNI Tel: 0845 600 8000

Gateway Services (Omagh) Tel: (028) 8283 5043

Alternatively, if you or anyone you know has a child safeguarding concern in relation to any member of church personnel and wishes to report it to church authorities, please contact one of the Diocesan Designated Persons, who will report this concern to the relevant statutory authorities.

Name: Noel O’Donnell

Tel: 0759 650 0793

Name: Mary McCafferty

Tel: 075 1426 5252

Drumragh Pioneers

Drumragh Pioneers will have their next meeting on Thursday 11th April at 8.30 pm in St Joseph’s Hall. We welcome more Pioneers and those wishing to join our meetings.

Drumragh Gaelic for Mothers & Others

New season continues on Thursday 11th April 2019 at 8 pm with 4-week Back to Basics programme for anyone who is interested in trying the skills of Gaelic Football. Gaelic 4 Mothers & Others is non-competitive - there are no leagues or championships. It is a great way to meet new people in a friendly environment, get a bit of exercise outdoors, have fun and be part of a team. Ladies over 25 years of age are welcome, no need to have played football (or any sport!) before. Perceived, or real, lack of fitness or ability is not an obstacle! For more information find us on Facebook or contact Joanne on 07761 106781.

St Joseph’s Hall

Mon 7 pm Adult Irish Dance Class for Retired Dancers.

Tues 9 am/10 am Weightwatchers

2.30 pm Colmcille Club

9 pm Bingo - Jackpot £1000

Wed 5.45 pm - Baxter School of Dancing

8 pm St Joseph’s Ladies Club

Thur 7.30 pm Bowls Club

Sat 1.45 pm Groogan O’Doherty School of Dancing

St Eugene’s Hall, Clanabogan

· Baxter Irish Dancing Class Every Tuesday 6.15 – 7.30 pm. Enquiries to 0780 876 3185

· Bowls Every Wednesday @ 8.15 pm

· Youth Club Every Friday: Juniors 7 – 8.30 pm & Seniors 8.30 – 10 pm