Notices

This Sunday’s Gospel 7th/8th November

In this Sunday’s Gospel Jesus draws from this revelation about the future the practical moral that a Christian needs to be on the watch, living each day as if it were his last. The important thing is not to speculate about when these events will happen and what form they will take, but…


On Lighting A Candle

On Lighting A Candle Often we light candles as a sign of remembering and as we light the candle we say a prayer for that person that they may be enjoying the marvellous light of heaven. The candle light reminds us that we too have the opportunity to share the light of hope,…


Pope Leo’s prayer intention for November

Pope Leo’s prayer intention for November – For the proper use of wealth Let us pray for the proper use of wealth, that not succumbing to the temptation of selfishness, it may always be put at the service for the common good and solidarity of those who have less.


Annual Parish Christmas Draw

Our Annual Parish Christmas Draw will take place on Sunday 13th December in Rahan Hall at 6 pm. Many thanks to all those who distribute the draw cards. The usual prizes of €500, €300, €200, €100, 5 Turkeys, 5 Hams,5 bottles of Brandy, 5 bottles of Whiskey, 5 Christmas cakes and…


A Thought for November on Remembering:

A Thought for November on Remembering: In the rising of the sun, and in its  going down, we remember them. In the blowing of the wind and in the chill of  winter, we remember them. In the  opening of buds and in the rebirth of spring, we remember them In the blueness of…


Rahan Parish –November Prayer Service

November Prayer Service: A Service in memory of all the departed will be celebrated in Mucklagh church on Wednesday 11th November at 7.30pm At this prayer service we will be remembering in a special way those who have died in the past year. We invite their families to join us for…


40 Hours Adoration for Solemnity of Christ the King in Mullingar Cathedral Friday 20th to Sunday 22nd November.

40 Hours Adoration for Solemnity of Christ the King in Mullingar Cathedral Friday 20th to Sunday 22nd November. Adoration will conclude with  Solemn Vespers & Benediction at 4pm on Sunday Our parish hour is Sunday 22nd 3-4pm but we will stay on until 5pm for Vespers and Homily. A bus will be available. leaving…


International Men’s Day Breakfast and Banter:

International Men’s Day Breakfast and Banter: Join us on Thursday, November 19th at 10:00am at Mucklagh Community Centre  for a morning of good food, conversation and a chance to come together and celebrate International Men’s Day. The morning will begin with a breakfast, followed by a talk with Niall McNamee. A free event,…


Ciara Mageean R.I.P

Ciara Mageean R.I.P President Connolly said: “Ciara was a wonderful athlete, Ciara stood out not just for her exceptional talent, but for her strength and perseverance, for her clear speaking, and for her determination to succeed. “It was these qualities that led the public to appreciate her so much .In life she…


Red Week is an initiative launched by the pontifical foundation Aid to the Church in Need (ACN).

Red Week is an initiative launched by the pontifical foundation Aid to the Church in Need (ACN). Week of Witness 15 – 22 November.According to the latest figures provided by ACN, 413 million Christians live in countries where serious violations of religious freedom occur, and around 220 million Christians worldwide are…