Lorrha Notes
The best of luck is extended to the Lorrha hurling squad and management in the first round of the senior hurling championship. The team will play Loughmore Castleiney in Nenagh on Friday evening 26th. at 7.30pm. Come out and support the side. Photo: Rose Mannion.
The best of luck is extended to Clodagh McIntyre and Celine Guinan and the Tipperary Senior camogie squad who take on Galway in the All Ireland semi-final this coming Saturday 27th. in Nowlan Park. The game along with the other semi-final, Dublin v all Ireland champions Cork, will be screened live on RTE commencing at 1.15 followed by Tipp and Galway at 3.00pm. Tipperary and Cork are the in-form teams this season with Tipp already beating Galway in the league final earlier this year, a win that came after a 20 year wait. However, it’s all down to form on the day and the girls in blue and gold will be giving their all to get past the Tribeswomen as Tipp are chasing a first All Ireland final appearance since 2006. So it’s time to get out the flags and bunting in support of the two girls and the county team.
Important Meeting.
North Tipperary Ploughing are holding an very important meeting this Wednesday night 24th July at 8.30pm in Paddy’s , Terryglass. The purpose of the meeting is to make arrangements for the hosting of the classic vintage ploughing test match on August 10th. Can all members please attend the meeting.
Views Required.
Tipperary County Council seeks your views on the development of the County over the next 5 years.
Every five years, Tipperary County Council develops a new Corporate Plan to guide the objectives and values of the Council as we deliver for you. The preparatory work for the Corporate Plan 2024-2029 is underway and Tipperary County Council is seeking your help in identifying the challenges and strategic objectives the Council should prioritise over the coming 5 years.
The Corporate Plan will set out the Council’s vision for the next 5 years in key areas, such as Economic Development & Tourism, Community Development, Climate Change & Sustainable Development, Housing, Social Inclusion, and Infrastructure.
This survey is an opportunity for you to have input into the formulation of Tipperary County Council’s Corporate Plan for 2024-2029. Let us know what you think we should prioritise and what core values we should hold as we work with you to improve Tipperary’s economic, social, and cultural profile over the next 5 years.
Your feedback will be used to shape and inform the development of the Plan. The survey should take less than ten minutes to complete. The closing date for responses is Friday 9 August 2024 at 5pm. The survey is available to complete on the Tipperary County Council website, please click here https://consultations.tipperarycoco.ie/form/corporate-plan-survey-2024-2029
Local Bus Service.
TFI Local Link Route 322 Portumna-Nenagh operates 4 return services every day with one additional morning service Monday-Saturday including 3 daily return services on Sunday. Visit http://locallinktipperary.ie for more info. TFI Local Link will spin you there!
Clothes Collection.
There will be a clothes collection held in Rathcabbin Hall over the next few weeks. Clothes can be dropped off any time by contacting Clare on (087) 1364936 or Marie on (087) 6129053. No pillows, duvet or shoes can be accepted.
Pilgrimage.
World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly Event will take place on 28th July at Knock Shrine, with his Excellency Archbishop Luis Mariano Montemayor, Apostolic Nuncio to Ireland, as the principal celebrant.
Faith Formation: 3 day residential retreats 23-25th July, 30th July-1st Aug, 6-8th Aug. in De La Salle, Castletown. €195 per person per retreat. 087 2312066.
October Pilgrimage.
Medjugorje Irish Centre Pilgrimages Oct 2024 for 7 Nights Apartment B&B from €273 per person sharing. Airport transfer available on request. Contact us for details and book the dates that suit you. Tel. 01 4434510 or website www.med-irishcentre.com, Email: reservations@med-irishcentre.com.
Sympathy.
Sympathy is extended to Clare Bourke and family Rathcabbin on the sudden death of her father which occurred on Monday 15th July in the US. Funeral arrangements later.
Late Clare McNamara.
The death has taken place of Clare McNamara, Shinrone. Née Sammon from Carrigahorig, Clare passed away peacefully on Tuesday 16th July. She was predeceased by her daughter baby Maria, sister Mary, sister-in-law Mary and brother-in-law Michael.
She will be sadly missed by her husband Paddy, son John, daughters Neva and Michelle, sons-in-law Shane and Denver, daughter-in-law Emily, grandchildren Saoirse, Ross, Gearóid, Orlaith, Camilla, sister Amy, brother John, sisters-in-law Nora and Celia, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends to whom sympathy is offered.
After funeral Mass on Friday in St. Mary’s Church, Shinrone burial took place in St. Mary’s Church Of Ireland Cemetery, Shinrone. May her soul rest in peace.
Late Sadie Coughlan.
The death has taken place of Sadie Coughlan, Portlaoise. Née Nallen from Banagher, Sadie passed away peacefully at her home in Kilminchy surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday July 17th.
Sadie who was 94, was a regular visitor to the parish over the years visiting with her husband Peter Coughlan who hailed from Curragha and also visiting her own family in Banagher. She was predeceased by Peter and by their daughter in law Christine, and son in law Johnny. Dearly loved mother to Thomas, Marie, Cyriline, Edward, Gabrielle, Breda, Frances, John and Linda. Sister to Thomas, Gerry, Gabo, Rita, Judith and Michael. Cherished grandmother to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Deeply regretted by her loving family, brothers in law, sisters in law, sons in law, daughters in law, extended family, neighbours and friends to whom sympathy is offered.
After funeral Mass in St. Peter and Paul’s Church Portlaoise on Saturday 20th burial took place in SS Peter and Paul’s Cemetery, Portlaoise. May her soul rest in peace.
Church News.
Weekend Masses in Our Parish: Saturday: 6.30pm Lorrha Church – Sunday: 11.30am Rathcabbin Church – Monday: 9.30am Lorrha Church (except Bank Holidays).
The Diocese of Killaloe will be launching its second Volunteer Ministry Training Programme this autumn. In the coming weeks people already involved in these ministries will speak at Masses across the diocese. The hope is that their testimonies will help raise awareness to the variety of ministries which people can volunteer for in their parish and pastoral area. Bishop Fintan will officially launch this ministry training later this autumn. For now, all we ask is that you contemplate sharing their gifts and talents for the good of the faith community that we call the Diocese of Killaloe. For more information visit our website at: https://www.killaloediocese.ie/our-diocese/lay-ministries/
Croke Patrick.
For those who are able and willing to climb Croke Patrick, Reek Sunday’s Annual climb takes place on Sunday 28th July, with Hourly Masses from 8am-2pm. Theme: “To pray for and honour grandparents and the elderly”.
Four Seats Empty.
There are just four seats left to fill on the Pilgrimage to Medjugorje on August 28th. The spiritual director will be Fr. Tom Hannon. The house where pilgrims will be staying is only five minutes walking distance from the church. If you are interested in this pilgrimage please call Maria on (087) 2826088.
Light the Fire.
The Light the Fire Pilgrimage will be held at Ballintubber Abbey, Co Mayo on Sunday, 4th August, from 12.00pm to 4.00pm. Archbishop Francis Duffy, along with Deacon John Taaffe will celebrate Mass as part of the Light the Fire rosary/healing service. Eurovision’s Dana Rosemary Scanlon will also sing her new song for Saint Patrick which recalls how our patron saint lit the fire of faith. . Details on www.lightthefire.ie
Support Services.
Gambling Support Service available with D. Johnston, gambling counsellor. Phone 083-0167442, or d.johnston@silverarchfrc.ie.
GAA News.
There was No Winner of this weeks lotto jackpot of €6,200. The numbers drawn on 22 July were: 9-11-27-30. 1 Match 3: Donal Peters wins €100. Promoters: Madeleine Maher, Patrick Maher, Mulrooney’s Gala.
Next Mondays jackpot is €6,300. Team 6 in charge of the draw. Thank you for your continued support.
Senior Hurling: Best of luck to the senior hurlers who take on Loughmore-Castleiney in the first round of the County Championship this Friday in Nenagh at 7.30pm. Tickets can be purchased online at Tipperary GAA | Future Ticketing or there will be a tap and go system at the gate.
Junior B Hurling: Well done to the Junior B hurlers on their 3-20 to 2-16 win over Kiladangan last Saturday in Tony Reddin Park. They’ll be out again in two weeks time away to Moneygall.
Minor: The Minors Hurlers were defeated to Roscrea in the fourth round of the championship on Monday evening.
Under 15: Lorrha Rovers take on Kiladangan in the first round of the North ‘A’ Championship in Ballinderry this Thursday at 7.30pm
Camogie: Best of luck to Clodagh McIntyre, Celine Guinan and the Tipperary senior camogie team in the All-Ireland semi-final against Galway this Saturday.
Tipperary Draw: Has been put back to July 31st so there is still time to get involved. There are some fantastic prizes on offer. You can contact Kathleen Gleeson (086 8694528) or sign up online on the Tipperary GAA website.
Social Dancing: Continues in the Tony Reddin Centre this Friday evening from 9.30pm to the music of Colm Aungier.
Did you know?
On September 18th 1947 the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), officially came into existence after being established by President Truman.
Eating dark chocolate every day is said to reduce the risk of heart disease by one third.
When Columbus discovered the Americas, the continent was already inhabited by 90 million people.
Cockroaches appeared 120 million years before dinosaurs.
Dinosaurs lived on Earth for 150 million years – humans have been around for just 0.1% of that time.
Coffee beans are not beans – they are fruit pits.
Cuba has one of the highest literacy rates in the world at 99.8%
Thought for the week…
A pessimist sees difficulty in every opportunity, an optimist sees opportunity in every difficulty.
Smile awhile…
