PARISH DIARY FOR THE NEXT FEW WEEKS

BAPTISMS AT St. MARY'S.
If you wish to have a child baptised in September or October you will need to attend both sessions of the Baptism course being held on 8th. and 14th. September.

CHILDREN'S ROSARY.
This will start again after the Summer Holidays in September. We wish you all a happy holiday and play safe.

PARISH NOTICES

NO 8.30AM. MASS DURING AUGUST.
If you have already booked a Mass at this time from July 29th. to August 28th. it has been changed to an alternative date. If you would like to know where your booking has changed please contact the Priory.

DONKEY DERBY 2008.
Many thanks to everyone who supported this even this year. Despite the rain and an early finish £8485.95 was raised. This will be split equally between the parish and St. Joseph's Home. A list of the raffle prize winners has been displayed on the notice board at tyhe back of the church..

ACADEMY OF IRISH DANCE MUSIC AND SONG.
Unfortunately, due to class sizes, I have been unable to take new pupils for approximately two years. In responce to so many enquiries, and children on the waiting list, I may have to take beginner classes at an after-school class. If you have a child in year 1 to 6 and would like them to attend an open day for new pupils please contact me by text, giving the child's name and address, school, date of birth and and a phone number, to 07817 484173 or on 07811 086796. Thank you, Sylvia Brennan. TCRG.

DONKEY DERBY 2008.
Many thanks to everyone who supported this even this year. Despite the rain and an early finish £8485.95 was raised. This will be split equally between the parish and St. Joseph's Home. A list of the raffle prize winners has been displayed on the notice board at the back of the church.

YOUTH TO AUSTRALIA.
A big thanks to everyone. As a parish you have made this trip with the Pope possible. We look forward to telling you all about it when we return. Once again, a very big "Thank you". (Fr. George and the Youth Group.)

BAPTISMS AT St. MARY'S.
If you wish to have a child baptised in September or October you will need to attend both sessions of the Baptism course being held on 8th. and 14th. September.

FAITH THROUGH ART.
The exhibition is to be moved to the old church during the summer months, before going on tour to various places of worship throughout the country. Some of the pices are for sale but will not be collectable until the exhibition is over in the Autumn. There is a price list available and also a souvenir programme. All proceeds will towards the Donkey Derby. The theme of the exhibition is "Gospel". We do hope that you will enjoy this exhibition. If you would like to display any pieces of art at the exhibition they will be gratefully received and displayed.

St. MARY'S PARISH COMMUNITY TREE OF FAITH.
Our tree in the old church is blooming with prayers. Blank leaves are available beside the tree. If you would prefer to create your own payer leaf these can also be attached to any of the branches. All the leaves will be gathered at the end of the summer and a special Mass will be said, offering up all the prayers. Please watch this bulletin for future updates.

OTHER EVENTS AND NOTICES