11 December 2024

14 Dec 2024

SVP Annual Collection

 

ST BRIGID’S CONFERENCE BORRISOLEIGH 

Sincere thanks to everyone who made a donation to Borrisoleigh SVP last weekend at our Church Gate Collection. 
The total collected was €1,087 – 65c with a further €250 received via the SVP Postbox. 
A donation may be made to St Brigid’s Conference at anytime during the year, by dropping it into the SVP Postbox in the Parish Centre, Pallas Street.
 
DO YOU NEED HELP 
 
If there is anyone in the community requiring assistance prior to Christmas or at any time during the year, Borrisoleigh SVP may be contacted by phoning 0868951926 
or by dropping a note into the SVP Postbox in the Parish Centre, Pallas Street.
Requests are responded to, as soon as possible. 
 
Requests are dealt with in the strictest confidence and with compassion and empathy. 
 

Borrisoleigh Active Social Club

Borrisoleigh Active Social Club went off on their Christmas shopping trip last Friday.  They left Borrisoleigh and headed to Newbridge Silverware & The Whitewater shopping centre.  In the afternoon they headed onto Johnstown Garden Centre. Before the storm Darragh landed we had dinner in the Kildare House hotel.  While it was an enjoyable day everyone was happy to arrive back to Borrisoleigh in time for the Late Late Toy Show. 

The next trip for the club is to go to Bru Boru Cashel on Friday Dec 13th.  The Celtic Brothers are in concert so a good night is assured.  Bus leaves Borrisoleigh Gaa grounds at 6.30pm. 
On Wed Dec 18th we are having a Christmas party/sing along  in Finns Bar, Borrisoleigh.  It starts at 8.30pm and open to all members.  Spot prizes galore on the night. 
 

Christmas Crib

Many members of the local Ukrainian community came for the occasion and treated us to their music and songs, — including their National Anthem and their famous patriotic song, “Chervona Kylina”.
 

Track-Attack Club Notes

 

Marcella Ryan (Bush & Briar) sponsor of Christmas Jumper Run/Walk with Christy Slattery and young Track-Attackers 

Christmas Jumper Run:
The Festive season kicks off in style in Borrisoleigh on Sunday evening next when Track-Attack hosts the Christmas Jumper Run.
 
Sponsored by the Bush & Briar Coffee Shop,  proceedings kick off at 6pm in the village square with entries taken from 5:15pm onwards. The entry fees are €5 for adults and €2 for Under 18s. 
 
The 2km course starts outside the Bush & Briar, go onto the track at the GAA pitch and comes back to the square via Pallas Street. 
 
Runners, joggers and walkers are all invited and welcome. Stick on a Christmas jumper and come participate in a fun and festive event.
 
Provincial Glory for Borris Duo:
A quartet of Borrisoleigh young guns travelled to Ennis on Sunday last to participate in the Munster ‘B’ Cross Country Championship.
 
 
A superb performance from Patrick Meehan in the Under 11 grade was rewarded with a placing on both the Templemore and Tipperary teams that both climbed the victory podium in third and second positions respectively. 
 
 
A hugely impressive surge to the finish line from Cian Cowan in the Under 13 race resulted in him securing a silver medal with the Tipperary team and further add to his already impressive gathering of Cross Country honours this season.
 
 
We also had impressive showings from Laoise Cowan and Niamh Keane in the Under 11 grade and although they didn’t finish in medalling positions, their performances crowned an excellent season for both on the grass.
 
Track-Attack Series Concluded:
The 2-4-6 Series on Monday nights have now concluded and we would like to thank everyone who participated each week.
 
We now look forward to the “Destination Latteragh” Series which will start on Monday 6th January and it promises to be the perfect way to kickstart your New Year Fitness regime. 
 
 
Spot Prize Winners:
Each Monday night, we hold a draw amongst participants with the winner receiving a Track-Attack club hat.
 
The list of winners were as follows: Ralph Vilande, Áine Cosgrave, Maura Bergin, Katelyn Ryan, Margaret Butler, Christopher O’Donnell, Fiadh Keane, Stephen Morrin, Bronagh Prout, Pat Minogue and Ava Ryan 

 

Parish News

Anniversaries

Sat 14th Dec:                   William & Betty Cooke, Fortwilliam

                                                John Kenny, Lios Padraig

                                                Mary Murray, Gurteenbarna

                                                Baby James Ryan, Curragloss

 

Sun 15th Dec:                  Christy & Peggy Slattery, Cooleen.

                                                Norrie & Martin Ryan (Lar), Knockanevin

                                                Joe & Eileen Boyle, Ballyroan.

Clergy Collection

The Clergy collection will be taken up at all Masses next weekend. Our parish target is €25,740 and so far €10,971 has been collected, this means there is a deficit of €14,769 and I ask you to give as generously as you possibly can. Thanks to all who have contributed to this collection in the past it is very much appreciated. 

ALONE

Would you be willing to provide companionship to an older person locally? ALONE are seeking volunteers in your area. Full training and support provided. If interested, please apply via the ALONE website at www.alone.ie or for further information please contact Caroline on 086 0591399 or via email caroline.bradley@alone.ie.  If you are over 60 and would like to know more about the services ALONE can offer you, please call 0818 222 024.

Anam Cara

Is holding its monthly Parent Support Evening on Wed 18th Dec at 7.30pm, in the Horse & Jockey Hotel, Thurles. This event is free and open to all bereaved parents

Eucharistic Adoration

Every Wednesday there is Eucharistic Adoration in the prayer room at the back of the church in Borrisoleigh beginning after Mass, approx. 10.30am and continuing until 1pm. If you have time to spare, drop in and say a prayer.

Medjugorje

Medjugorje – 28th May 2025, 7 nights. €949 pps half board in Hotel Leone. €50 DISCOUNT if deposit paid by 15th Jan 2025. Spiritual Director: Fr. Ted Sheehan. Limited places. WIN back the cost of pilgrimage (excl single supplement). Special draw for this group only. Group Leader Sean O’ Shaughnessy 086 2959380.

Thought of the Week

“Faith plants the seed, and perseverance helps it grow.”

Support for the homeless

Droichead Solidarity group are delighted to be  supporting Molly Gillick, a 17 year old girl from Nenagh who is in her fourth year of organising supports for the Homeless community. 
This year  Molly has set herself a target of raising 1,000 pairs of NEW socks. 
There is a collection point in Nenagh College and also once again Pamela and Trevor of  Moloneys shop in the Ragg are supporting Droichead  by facilitating a collection point for Mollys sock collection. 
Thanking everyone for their continued support and generosity. 
 

 

St. Stephen’s Day Fun Run, Walk and Cycle 2024

Meals on Wheels Kitchen Assistants Required

Knitting and Crochet Group

The Knitting and Crochet Group meets on Wednesday from 10am to 11.30am in the Community Centre. New members welcome. For queries please contact Mary at 0863098982

 

Borris-Ileigh GAA History Book

A book is currently being compiled about the history of GAA and Scór in Borrisoleigh. We are looking for names and photos if possible of :

Set Dancers: 1978, 1979, 1980, 2001 and 2008 sets ( they all won the North Final).

Ballad Groups: 1984 and 1985 North Final Winners.

Novelty Act: 2018 (County Final Winners).

You can contact this page directly or contact Carol Kinnane 086 371 2952 

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Hi all,

I’ve been tasked with compiling and writing a history of GAA activity in the primary schools, e.g. North Finals/ County Finals, Primary Game, INTO mini sevens etc.

The more recent history is fairly well documented, however older records are sparse. I don’t want to leave anyone out!

If you are aware of any noteworthy GAA related facts from 1987 to present in relation to Fantane NS, St Theresa’s GNS, St Patrick BNS or Scoil Naomh Cualán please get in contact with me at scoilnaomhcualan@gmail.com. Or you can drop photos, newspaper cuttings etc. into the school and I’ll photocopy or scan what’s needed.  

I’m looking for photos of teams, photos of Primary Game representatives, write ups from finals, coaches that were involved over the years, pupils who went on to represent Tipperary in the various codes, GAA quiz winners etc.

Many thanks for your help,

Michael Small

Pic of the Past

Gleeson’s of Glenbreeda James Gleeson, Mary Smith and Kathleen Gleeson In pram: Mary Tynan Child (at pram): Catriona Tynan

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