Parish News
“The world offers you comfort, but you were not made for comfort. You were made for greatness.” Pope Benedict XVI
“The world offers you comfort, but you were not made for comfort. You were made for greatness.” Pope Benedict XVI
2nd February 2025
To download a standing order form click here
Parish envelopes for 2025 are available for collection at the back of the Church – Please take a moment after mass to collect your envelopes, and perhaps deliver to your neighbour who may not be fit to be out at Mass at this time. If you are new to the parish and would like to contribute to its upkeep, please contact the parish office on 047 57867 for a standing order form or box of envelopes .
QUB Alumni and Friends: The Catholic Chaplaincy at Queen’s University Belfast will lead a Pilgrimage to Rome and Assisi for alumni and friends.* Departing 25 Au gust 2025 for 7 nights, staying in excellent hotels in Rome and Assisi, this promises to be a once-in-a lifetime trip. Every quarter century, the Holy Father invites the faithful from across the world to make pilgrimage to the Eternal City and to avail of the special graces associated with the ancient custom. The Pilgrimage’s Spiritual Director will be Queen’s Chaplain, Fr Dominic McGrattan, with dedicated tour guide, private coach travel and group meals included. In addition to a rich itinerary which takes in visits to the principal sacred and cultural sites, we will also observe the customs associated with this Year of Jubilee declared by Pope Francis. If you would like to know more information including price, itinerary and how to book, please email Chaplaincy Director, Shannon Campbell, at catholicchaplaincy@qub.ac.uk *We expect most families have an association with Queen’s. Perhaps you or a loved one studied or worked at the University and have benefited from the faith and pastoral supports we provide. Know that we consider you friends.
Enrolment 2025 in St Mary’s National School, Threemilehouse, from 24th January to 14th February. Open Evening 6th February from 4pm to 5.30pm. Please contact the school on 047 57492 or email office@threemilehousens.com for a copy of the enrolment form. Enrolment application form must include copy of birth certificate and PPS number.
Pilgrimage to Medjugorje direct from Dublin to Mostar 30 minutes from Medjugorje; 11th -18th of June €805 if deposit of €200 is paid before January 31st 2025 otherwise €855 applies. Spiritual leader Rev John Chester. Group leader Marian Kane 0872713260 for more information.
Minor Injury Unit at Monaghan Hospital (047 38835) hours have been extended – we are now open 08.00 – 20.00 (Mon – Sun) Closed 25th & 26th December. We aim to see you as quickly as possible. Patients 5 years & over – We treat & X Ray as needed: Broken bones, Dislocations, Foreign bodies, Sprains & Strains, Wounds, Minor chest injuries, Minor scalds & burns, Facial & eye injuries.
Saturday 1st Feb St Michael’s 7.30pm
Eugene Thornton
Frank & Molly Evans & DM & Sr Rose Evans
Patrick & Elizabeth Brennan & DM Brennan & Duffy families, Slieveroe
Sunday 2nd Feb St Mary’s 10am
People of the parish
Saturday 8th Feb St Mary’s 10am
Mass – no intentions booked
Saturday 8th Feb St Michael’s 7.30pm
Peggy Connolly & DM, Gortnana
Sunday 9th Feb St Mary’s 10am
Tony, Susan & Brenda Hurson, Skeagh Bridge
Saturday 15th Feb St Mary’s 10am
Mass – no intentions booked
Saturday 15th Feb St Michael’s 7.30pm
Pat Beagon & DM Beagon family, Drumlinney
Seamus McCullagh, Drummuck
Sunday 16th Feb St Mary’s 10am
Edward Murphy, Blackraw & Eamonn Murphy, Birmingham, formerly Blackraw & DM
Apologies for the temporary loss of the webcam at St Mary’s Church, Threemilehouse. As soon as the phone line and internet has been restored to the parish office, we will get the webcam up and running. Thank you for understanding.
Corcaghan preschool September 2025 has limited places available for preschool. If you would like more information or to book a space, please ring 083 3907892 or email corcaghanpreschool@gmail.com
The parish office will be closed on Monday 3rd February for the Bank Holiday, opening again on Tuesday, 4th February at 10am.
Opening hours are: Monday 10am—2pm;
Tuesday 10am—12 noon;
Closed Wednesday;
Thursday 10am—12 noon;
Friday 10am—2pm.
Parish Office
Tel: 04757867
kilmoredrumsnatt@clogherparishes.ie
Parish Secretary – Helena Finnegan
Monday 10am – 2pm
Tuesday 10am – 12
Closed Wednesday
Thursday 10am – 12
Friday 10am – 2 pm