Parish Newsletter 07-06-2026

Offertory Collection: €1125.00 Míle Buíochas.

Second Collection takes place this weekend 6^th/7^th June on behalf of Peter’s Pence. This collection is directed toward supporting the ministry of the Pope in his task of uniting the many different strands of the Church and supports the many charitable initiatives promoted by the Holy Father.

Confession this Saturday evening 6^th June after 7.30pm Mass.

Church Collectors Rota for June: Saturday’s 7.30pm: M. O’Sullivan & S. O’Sullivan. Sunday’s 11.30am: M. O’Donoghue & J. Moriarty.

Kilcummin Community Care will be holding their Annual Mass on Tuesday 16^th June in GAA Clubhouse at 11.00am. Everyone welcome.

The Parish Community Extends its warmest congratulations and sincere good wishes to Fr. John Ahern as he celebrates 60 years of Priesthood. We are especially grateful for his presence among us as a visiting Priest in our Parish, where his kindness, wisdom and gentle manner are greatly appreciated. We keep him in our Prayers and wish every blessing on this special occasion.

The 50^th Anniversary of Our Parish Church is on Saturday, 20^th June, we would love to hear from parishioners who may have photographs, stories, memories, anything you would be willing to share, please contact the Parish Office. Your treasured memories will help make this celebration even more special.

Trip to Knock: The Annual Parish Pilgrimage to Knock on Saturday, 27^th June, leaving Kilcummin village @7am. Food/refreshments in Gort (optional) morning and evening. Cost €30. Please contact Post Office.

Church Events Over the Coming Months:

* Novena to the Sacret Heart from 4^th to 12^th June.

   Novena Prayer and Reflection leaflets available in the Church Porch.

* Corpus Christi Procession on Sunday, 7^th June after the 11.30am Mass.

* The 50^th Anniversary of our Lady of Lourdes Mass on Sat, 20^th June.

* Holy Cross Graveyard Mass on Wednesday, 1^st July @ 7.30pm.

* Old Kilcummin Graveyard Mass on Wednesday, 5^th August @ 7.30pm.

St. Anthony’s Novena will take place in Franciscan Friary from Thursday 4^th June to Saturday 13^th June. Weekdays/Saturday Masses 10am & 7pm, Sunday 7^th June 11.30am Mass. Healing Service & Adoration Sunday 7^th June @ 7pm; Reconciliation Services Monday 8^th June, after both 10am & 7pm Masses. Feast of St. Anthony, Sat 13^th June, Masses with Blessing of the Lilies 10am & 7pm. Blessing of the children & families @ 4pm.

Our Lady of Fatima: As we continue to celebrate the visit of Our Blessed Mother in Fatima, we will recite the Rosary on Main Street Killarney at 3 pm on Saturday, 13^th June.  We welcome all to come and pray before the Statue of Our Lady, to pray for peace in our world.

Kilcummin Looking Good are hosting a Coffee Morning on Sunday, June 14^th at 12pm in Kilcummin Recreation Hall to support Kilcummin Looking Good. Donations of home baking & confectionary items will be gratefully  appreciated can be dropped to the Recreational Hall the evening before from 7-8pm and Sunday morning from 11am. All welcome.

Tidy Towns Adjudicator: With the impending arrival of the Tidy Towns Adjudicator expected over the next few weeks, we would ask all house holders to make a special effort outside their houses to ensure it is presented at its very best. Please ensure if you are a dog owner that you take on your responsibilities associated with dog fouling on footpaths and park. We appreciate and thank you for your assistance and co-operation.

Rambling House will take place at Heritage Centre Scartaglen on Monday 8^th June at 8pm. Refreshments served, all are welcome.

Masses can be viewed on webcam: https://www.churchservices.tv/kilcummin