Parish Newsletter 30-08-2026

22^nd Sunday in Ordinary Time 30/08/2026
Please pray for Joan Foley (née O’Donoghue), Cockhill & formerly of Scartaglen; Siobhán Donohoe (née Moriarty), Killarney & Dublin; Maureen Reen (née O’Brien), Deer Park, Killarney; Joan Hayes (née Donnelly), Gneeveguilla & Castlemaine. May they rest in peace.
Priest on duty this weekend: Fr. Joe Begley 064 6631014/ Mobile 087 6501998(for emergencies only).
Masses for the coming week

Sat 29^th Aug	11.00am 7.30pm	Joan Foley (Requiem Mass) R.I.P. Cockhill Tommy McSweeney R.I.P. The Glebe
Sun 30^th Aug	11.30am	John & Margaret Finnegan, their daughters Mary Breen and Kate Crowley, their son Dan and all the deceased family members R.I.P. Cockhill
Tues 1^st Sept	9.30am 10-6pm 6-7pm	Jackie & Abbey O’Grady, their sons Mike and Paud R.I.P. Cockhill & USA Adoration Legion of Mary Meeting (Sacristy)
Fri 4^th Sept (First Friday)	7.30pm	Mickey Joe Cronin (1^st Anniv) R.I.P. Knockmanaugh
Sat 5^th Sept	7.30pm	Patrick & Nora O’Sullivan, their grandson Martin and deceased family members R.I.P. Toremore
Sun 6^th Sept	11.30am	Pat Sheahan R.I.P. Rathanane & Kings Park Patrick Cremin R.I.P. Park Road

5^th & 6^th Sept	Readers	Eucharistic Ministers	Altar Servers
Vigil 7.30pm	M. Healy	K. Fleming M. Lehane	C. Fleming R. Griffin C. O’Mara
Sun 11.30am	M.B. O’Driscoll	C. O’Riordan N. O’Sullivan	A.M O’Sullivan M. O’Sullivan

Offertory Collection: €750.00. Míle Buíochas.

Second Collection next weekend 5th/6th of September will be in aid of the Diocesan Needs. This collection helps fund the administration of the Diocese and the various agencies of the Diocese, such as Safeguarding Children and the promotion of catechetical initiatives.

Church Collectors Rota for September: Saturday 7.30pm: L. Fleming & G. Guilfoyle. Sunday 11.30am: K. O’Leary & P. Cahill.

First Saturday Devotions will take place on Saturday, 5^th Sept. in the Church of the Resurrection: Rosary at 9am, followed by Mass at 9.30am.

Confessions next Saturday, 5^th September after 7.30pm Mass.

Parish Office: Open: Tues, Wed & Fri 10.00am – 12 noon. Tel: 0646643176 / Mobile: 087 1339732, e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Autumn Station for the Clashnagarrane area will take place in the Parish Church Centre on Thursday 10^th September at 7.30pm. Townlands include Inchicullane, Pairc Chuimin, Mountain View, Rathanane, Knockataggle, Glebe, Ballinamanagh & Cockhill.

Kilcummin Comhaltas: Our annual street collection has been rescheduled for Saturday the 5^th of September. This is a vital fundraiser for the maintenance of the branch so as ever your support will be greatly appreciated. We are seeking volunteers between the hours of 12noon and 5pm on the 5th. If you are able to give of your time, please contact Nathan on 087 6570438.

The Season of Creation begins on Tuesday, 1^st September, the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, and continues until 4^th October, the Feast of St Francis of Assisi. This year’s theme is Living Water. All are invited to participate in an activity or take action to care for creation. A special leaflet containing ideas and practical suggestions is available in your parish. Further information: www.dioceseofkerry.ie/justice

Welcome Back: As the New School Year begins we welcome back all our children, teachers, and school staff, may God guide and protect them, granting them a year filled with learning, friendship and joy.

The Kilcummin Ladies Football Club: Annual used clothes collection will take place at the clubhouse on Friday, 25^th September, from 7pm to 9pm; on Saturday, 26^th, from 10am to 12 noon and Sunday the 27^th, from 11am to 12:30pm. Items that can be included are re-wearable clothing, paired shoes, handbags and belts, towels and blankets, soft toys, and curtains. Every bag counts. Your support is greatly appreciated.

Illegal Dumping: A series of green waste fly-tipping of hedge clippings, trees, and green waste has recently taken place on the Bog Walks. We would like to bring it to the attention of those involved that this practice is strictly illegal under the Waste Management Acts and Litter Pollution Acts in Ireland. Even though garden clippings are "natural" materials, discarding them on a mountain or blanket bog constitutes fly-tipping and carries the exact same penalties as dumping household rubbish. Help protect our local environment by reporting any sightings or fly-tipping anonymously to Kerry County Council on 066 716 2000, the Environmental Hotline at 1800 326 228, or via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Computer Course starting in the Kilcummin Rural Development Office on Monday, 7^th September, from 7pm to 9.30pm. The course is titled “Graphic Design QQI Level 3”.Basic knowledge of Word Processing is necessary. Microsoft Word, Desktop Publishing and PowerPoint programmes are used throughout the course. Places are limited. For information and to book please ring Mary on 086 0749756, 11am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday.

Music Lessons: Instruments include Piano/Keyboard, Accordion, Banjo, Tin-whistle, Fiddle / Violin. Classical and traditional music catered for; from fully qualified and Garda vetted teacher. Excellent rates. For more details please contact: 087 9253224 or 087 9014681 after 3pm.

Reflection

Lord,

You are the wind in my sails.

You guide me as I steer and find direction.

You give me the strength to keep on going.

You watch over me as I navigate stormy seas.

You are the harbour where I stop for rest.

You are my encourager when I lose hope.

You are the lighthouse that keeps my path safe.

You are with me always.

Thank You,

Amen