From the Rector
On Sunday 25th September we were delighted to
welcome back to Tallaght Rev Robert Kingston to celebrate the anniversary of 20
years since the opening of the Parish Hall. We were also pleased to
present our sexton, Hazel Walshe, a bouquet of flowers to mark her almost 21st
anniversary since coming to St. Maelruain’s.
The end of September beginning of October continued to be
busy, I have taken both the senior and junior assembles in The High School,
began our Alpha course in the Tallaght Methodist Church in An Solas, Jobstown
and I attended the local RC Deanery where I was able to announce our Harvest
Service. The Parents Association of the parish school held an open evening in
the school to give the parents an opportunity to meet the new Principal, Helen
Molloy and teachers. We had tours of the church and graveyard by the pupils of
Sacred Heart, Killinarden.
It was with enormous sadness that I learned of the fatal
assault of parishioner and passionate conservationist Michael McCoy while he
was on an early morning walk with his dogs in Ballinascorney Woods near his
home. Michael’s funeral took place on Saturday 8th October with the
congregation overflowing into the church grounds, fortunately, for the first
time, we had a sound system so that those outside could listen and be part of
the service. Michael married into the parish following his wedding to Caitriona
and as a builder I recalled all the work he had done around the church and parish
buildings, in the parish school and the work he had completed in parishioners
homes and in the wider community. Although Michael had a quiet nature we all
enjoyed his thoughtful conversation, I was not surprised when I learned that he
was studying in Trinity
College, Michael was
looking forward to graduation in November. Our heartfelt sympathy goes to
Michael’s wife Caitriona (nee Kelly), and to his daughters Rachel, Suzanne and
Sarah, all of whom have contributed to parish life over the years in their
roles in either Sunday School, Girl’s Brigade, Boy’s Brigade and our Summer
Fete. Please remember Michael and his family in your prayers.
We had our harvest Service on the afternoon of 9th
October and we were delighted to welcome Rev’d Brian O’Reilly from Rathdrum,
who spoke to us on Jesus bringing in the spiritual Harvest not just by
preaching but by healing as well. We had a lovely supper in the Hall after the
service, thank you to the ladies for organising the refreshments and also a big
thank you to the ladies who decorated the church so beautifully for our Harvest
service.
God Bless
William.
Funeral
A Receiving Service for Nigel Beattie
took place on Thursday 29th Sept followed by his funeral Service the
following day. Our sincere sympathies to Nigel’s daughters Sarah, Ruth and
Claire and to Nigel’s extended family and friends.
As mentioned in the Rector’s letter the
funeral of Michael McCoy took place in St. Maelruain’s on Saturday 8th
October. We express our deepest condolences to his wife Caitriona, daughters
Rachel, Suzanne and Sarah to Michael’s wider family and friends
Wedding
On Friday 16th September the marriage of Mandy Fletcher and
Jared Bressman took place. We wish Mandy and Jared every blessing for their
future life together.
Bowls Club
We are competing in the Hope,
Miller, Price and Rohu competitions. We thank our match secretary Audrey
Fletcher for arranging all the match fixtures. We look forward to once again
meeting our friends from other Clubs at the league matches over the next few
weeks.
Whist Drive
The November Whist Drive takes place on Monday 20th in the Small Hall, all welcome!
Crafty Chatters
Crafty chatters will be meeting on the
8th and 22nd November from 2
- 4pm in the Parish hall. Please come and join in the chat and maybe learn
something new.
Bible Study
Bible study
of the reading for the following Sunday continue on Tuesday evenings at 8.00pm
upstairs, Parish Hall.
Parish Coffee Morning
Our next Parish Coffee Morning will be held on Friday, 25th November
10.30am to 12.30pm. Pop in if you are passing and catch up on the
banter. All welcome to join us.
The Girls’ Brigade has just started back for another
action packed year. We are seeking new members so if you know
of any girls aged from 3 years old
upwards who enjoy dancing, singing, baking, arts and
crafts then please contact Captain Fiona Monahan (086-8519163). Our
Explorer group meets on Saturday morning from 10.30am to 12.30pm, and our
Juniors, Seniors and Brigaders meet on Wednesday evenings at 7pm in St
Maelruain’s Parish hall
Boy’s Brigade
We started back officially on Friday 23rd
and we had a couple fresh faces and it was a good night. We are lacking boys
especially in our anchor boys section (4 to 7 year olds). So if anyone knows
anyone who might be interested feel free to drop up on a Friday night or even
ring 083 101 5657. The parents are welcome to stay if their child is shy or not
100 percent sure if they want to stay.
Flower Guild
Many thanks to the ladies who
came along to decorate the Church for the Harvest on Saturday and to everybody
who kindly donated fruit and flowers. Without all your help it wouldn't be
possible. We had a lovely afternoon together and have to say thanks you also to
Valerie, who always arrives with flasks for tea, coffee and biscuits. It's
always a nice social occasion with time for a chat along the way. Everybody is
welcome to come and help either with the flowers or to help clean up or sit and
watch!!!
Table Tennis
We continue to play on Thursday
gets at 8 pm in the Parish Centre ( over 18s)
We are looking for new members
and welcome all who would like to play, whether you are a beginner or an
experienced player and our club is open to all.
Christmas Sing Along 2016
St Maelruain's Parish Singalong will be Friday 2nd December 2016 @7pm in the Parish Centre
