St Columba's Church Newsletter 2026

NUACHTLITIR NA CARRAIGE AGUS MHIN AN AOIRE

ST COLUMBA’S CARRICK / ST PATRICK’S MEENANEARY
An tAth Rory Brady 074 9739008 / 0879141606 (WhatsApp only)
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27th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A, 3rd / 4th October 2026

Weekly Masses

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Tue 6th Carrick - 10.30a.m. - 1.00p.m.
Thur 8th Meenaneary - 7.30p.m. - 8.30p.m.

SUNDAY COLLECTION : Weekend 26th/ 27th September
Carrick Collection €534.05 Meenaneary Collection €397.00
Carrick Shrine €92.63
Anyone who wishes to set up a Standing Order for their weekly contribution or who wishes to donate to the parish can do so to the following parish account;
Account Name: Carrick Parish
IBAN: IE46BOFI 904907 69084863
BIC: BOFIIE2D

GLENCOLMCILLE PARISH FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE
Our recent parish fundraising quiz was held on Friday 25th September in Evelyn's.
A total of €245.00 was raised. Thank you to all who supported.

DONEGAL HOSPICE
On behalf of the Donegal Hospice, Mary Service would like to thank all who attended the recent coffee morning in the Old School. A total of €238.00 was raised.

CARRICK HEALTH CENTRE
Flu and Covid Booster Vaccinations are available in Carrick Health Centre.
Please ring 0749739380 for further information or to make an appointment.

Flu vaccination is recommended for all adults aged 60 and older, healthcare workers, children aged 2 to 17 years (nasal vaccine). Adults aged 18 to 59 with a medical condition, Pregnant adults and people who have close regular contact with pigs and/or poultry.

Covid booster vaccination is recommended for adults aged 60 and older and people with a medical condition that puts them at a higher risk of complications from Covid-19.

SENIORS ALERT SCHEME

(PERSONAL ALARM)
Application forms for the above scheme are available from any of the following:
Suzanne Byrne, Carrick 086 396 3150
Johnny Cannon, Glencolumbkille 074 973 0959
Peter Molloy, Kilcar 086 606 4535
*NOTE* Applicants must be aged 65 or over.
*NOTE* If anyone who already has an alarm experiences any difficulties with their alarm, they are asked to contact the person through whom they got their alarm.

REMEMBRANCE MASS
A remembrance Mass for missing people, and their families will be held in St. Mary's Church, Sandyford, Dublin, D18E5R3, on Saturday 10th October 2026 at 2.30 pm. The Mass will be celebrated by Father Aquinas Duffy.
This is a poignant ceremony to pray for missing people, and for comfort and strength for families, and to guide all search efforts towards their successful return. Prayers will also be offered for Irish people missing abroad and pray for an end to the sufferings of these families.

FRIENDS OF LETTERKENNY UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
The Friends of Letterkenny University Hospital's annual church gate collection will take place outside many churches in Donegal on Saturday & Sunday, 10th & 11th of October. Please support as best as you can to enable the Friends to carry out the valuable work that they do, including supporting new service developments in the hospital and the provision of transport for patients to St Luke's Hospital in Dublin and UCHG in Galway.

NUACHTLITIR NA CARRAIGE AGUS MHIN AN AOIRE

ST COLUMBA’S CARRICK / ST PATRICK’S MEENANEARY
An tÁth Rory Brady 074 9739008 / 0879141606 (WhatsApp only)
Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
26th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A, 26th / 27th September 2026

 Weekly Masses
Date Intention / Feast Time Church
Sat 26th Michael Maloney, Aughera & Chicago. 10.00a.m. Carrick
Sat 26th Johny & Maggie Byrne, Crove. 7.00p.m. Meenaneary
Sun 27th Peter, Mary & Christy Gillespie, Meenaveen. 10.00a.m. Carrick
Mon 28th Francie & Mary Agnes Curran, Teelin & deceased members of the Curran & O’Donnell families. 10.00a.m. Carrick
Tue 29th Christopher & Maeve O’Byrne. Feast of the Archangels. 10.00a.m. Carrick
Thur 1st St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus. 7.00p.m. Meenaneary
Fri 2nd The Holy Guardian Angels. 7.00p.m. Carrick
Sat 3rd Smith Campbell, Carrick Upper. 10.00a.m. Carrick
Sat 3rd The Blessed Virgin Mary. 7.00p.m. Meenaneary
Sun 4th Brendan Haughey, Teelin. 10.00a.m. Carrick

Mary Mc Nelis, Glenmalin / Meenaneary. Month mind Monday 28th September at 7pm in St.Columba’s Church, Glencolumbcille.

DIED RECENTLY
Pat Mc Nally, Dungannon.
Matthew Caffrey, Loughanure.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Tue 29th Carrick - 10.30a.m. - 1.00p.m.
Thur 1st Meenaneary - 7.30p.m. - 8.30p.m.

SUNDAY COLLECTION: Weekend 19th/ 20th September
Carrick Collection €386.50 Meenaneary Collection €354.10
Carrick Shrine €116.39
Anyone who wishes to set up a Standing Order for their weekly contribution or who wishes to donate to the parish can do so to the following parish account;
Account Name: Carrick Parish
IBAN: IE46BOFI 904907 69084863
BIC: BOFIIE2D

VISITATION OF THE SICK
Fr. Rory will visit the sick on the first Friday, 2nd October.
Anyone wishing to have their name or a relatives name included on the list please contact Fr. Rory on 087 9141606 or the parish office on 074 97 39008.

CARRICK HEALTH CENTRE
Flu and Covid Booster Vaccinations are available in Carrick Health Centre.
Please ring 0749739380 for further information or to make an appointment.

Flu vaccination is recommended for all adults aged 60 and older, healthcare workers, children aged 2 to 17 years (nasal vaccine). Adults aged 18 to 59 with a medical condition, Pregnant adults and people who have close regular contact with pigs and/or poultry.

Covid booster vaccination is recommended for adults aged 60 and older and people with a medical condition that puts them at a higher risk of complications from Covid-19.

SENIORS ALERT SCHEME
(PERSONAL ALARM)
Application forms for the above scheme are available from any of the following:
Suzanne Byrne, Carrick 086 396 3150
Johnny Cannon, Glencolumbkille 074 973 0959
Peter Molloy, Kilcar 086 606 4535
NOTE Applicants must be aged 65 or over.
NOTE If anyone who already has an alarm experiences any difficulties with their alarm, they are asked to contact the person through whom they got their alarm.

MUINTEARAS – Molan Pobal, Molan Óige.
Tá Muintearas ag lorg duine le dul i mbun oibre mar Chúntoir Teanga sa scoil thuas luaite. Is post páirt-aimseartha é seo ag an ráta €25.52 san uair. Conradh 32 seachtain. Deis agat cur le do phinsean.
SPRIOC-DHÁTA: 29/09/2026
Scoil Naisiúnta Mín an Aoire - 5 uair a chloig sa tseachtain
Scoil Naisiúnta na Carraige - 6 uair a chloig sa tseachtain.
Fón: 074 95 32578 / This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. / muintearas.com
Details on St. Columba’s Church Carrick Facebook page.

NIALL MOR COMMUNITY & ENTERPRISE CENTRE, KILLYBEGS
Upcoming courses Setp / Oct. Contact 074 97 41863 / This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Irish Language Classes / Manual Handling Training.
Adult & Children’s Art Classes / Emergency First Aid Course.
Driver CPC Module 1 Course / Heritage in the Hinterland Course.
Beauty Therapy & Skincare Course / Children’s Halloween Camp.

NUACHTLITIR NA CARRAIGE AGUS MHIN AN AOIRE
ST COLUMBA'S CARRICK / ST PATRICK'S MEENANEARY
An tAth Rory Brady 074 9739008 / 0879141606 (WhatsApp only)
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25th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A, 19th / 20th September 2026
Fr. Rory is away until Thursday 24th of September. In case of emergency contact Fr.
Peoples, Kilcar at 074 97 38007 or Fr. Francis Mc Ateer, Glen at 074 97 30888.

Weekly Masses

Date Intention / Feast Time Church
Sat 19th Bríd Byrne, Carrick/Teelin. Month Mind. 10.00a.m. Carrick
Sat 19th Patrick, Mary Boyle & Family, Owenteskna 7.00p.m. Meenaneary
Sun 20th Paul Fletcher, London / Teelin. 10.00a.m. Carrick
Mon 21st St. Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist. 10.00a.m. Carrick
Tue 22nd Missa Pro Popula 10.00a.m. Carrick
Thur 24th 7.00p.m. Meenaneary
Fri 25th John Bernard Cunningham, Teelin & Killybegs 7.00p.m. Carrick
Sat 26th Michael Maloney, Aughera & Chicago 10.00a.m. Carrick
Sat 26th Johny & Maggie Byrne, Crove. 7.00p.m. Meenaneary
Sun 27th Peter, Mary & Christy Gillespie, Meenaveen 10.00a.m.Carrick.

Eucharistic Adoration
Tue 22nd Carrick - 10.30a.m. - 1.00p.m.
Thur 24th Meenaneary - 7.30p.m. - 8.30p.m.

Died recently
Fr. Dermot Mc Shane, Church of St. Joseph and St. Conal, Bruckless / Cappagh, Teelin.
Susan Gallagher, Inver.
Packie Haughey, Cruckcarra, Kilcar.

SUNDAY COLLECTION : Weekend 12th/ 13th September
Carrick Collection €698.25 Meenaneary Collection €311.00
Carrick Shrine €104.24
Anyone who wishes to set up a Standing Order for their weekly contribution or who wishes
to donate to the parish can do so to the following parish account;
Account Name: Carrick Parish
IBAN: IE46BOFI 904907 69084863
BIC: BOFIIE2D

DONEGAL HOSPICE
Coffee morning in the Old School, Carrick on Friday 25th September 11.00a.m. - 2.00p.m.
All proceeds in aid of Donegal Hospice.

DONEGAL HOSPICE ANNUAL REMERBENCE SERVICE
Sunday 27th September 3pm Conwal & Leck Church of Ireland, Letterkenny, F92 AH28. For
all those who passed away in the care of Donegal Hospice, Community Hospitals, Home
Care Team or in the care of the Palliative Care team in LUH. All are welcome.

YOUTH 2000 IRELAND are hosting an Ulster regional retreat on the 25th-27th of
September on Lough Derg. This retreat is open to all 16-35 year olds and is donation only! At
our retreats, you will have the opportunity to learn more about your Catholic faith and
discover the great love that God has for you, a love that is tangible. As a result; find more
peace, joy and purpose in your life. Please visit youth2000.ie to register or for more
information.

CATHOLIC MOTHERS IRELAND are holding our Ulster Retreat Day on Saturday,
3rd Oct, from 10am-6pm at Benburb Priory. Could you please forward
the bulletin notice below to the parishes in your diocese for inclusion in their bulletins
on 20th & 27th September? We would greatly appreciate your help in spreading the
word about our event. I am also including a link to our social media post for the event
to be shared on social media where possible.

EUCHARISTIC HEALING
Eucharistic Healing Service, Sunday 20th September at 4.00pm in St Baithins Church,
St.Johnston. All Welcome. "I will restore you to health and heal your wounds declares the
LORD" ~ Jeremiah 30:17

THANKSGIVING: For the Gifts of the Priesthood Pilgrimage takes place in Knock Shrine
on Sat 3rd Oct at 2.00p.m. Bus leaving Glen at 8.00a.m. / Carrick 8.15a.m. Anyone wishing
to book a seat please contact Christine Curran on 97 39005 / Anne Kennedy 97 39128 / Liam
Conneely 087 2944555

RANGANNA OÍCHE / NIGHT CLASSES IN OIDEAS GAEL
Cuirfear tús le Ranganna Oíche Oideas Gael ag deireadh na míosa. Beidh Péintéireacht &
Sceitseáil chomh maith le Cniotáil agus Cróiseáil ar siúl ón Luan 28 Meán Fómhair (7.00–
9.00pm, táille €50). Beidh dhá chúrsa Gaeilge (bunrang agus rang comhrá) ar siúl ón Mháirt
29 Meán Fómhair (7.00–8.30pm, €40). Thig clárú ar líne ag www.oideasgael.ie/pobal nó cuir
scairt ar an oifig (074) 97 30248. Tá na ranganna seo á bpáirtmhaoiniú ag ag an Chlár
Tacaíochta Oideachais Pobail, Coláiste Dhún na nGall, agus ag Béal an Phobail.

Oideas Gael’s evening classes begin at the end of the month. Painting & Sketching along with
Knitting & Crochet will take place from Monday 28 September (7.00–9.00pm, €50 fee). Two
Irish language courses (Irish for beginners and conversational Irish) will begin on Tuesday 29
September (7.00–8.30pm, €40). Register online at www.oideasgael.ie/pobal or call the office
on (074) 97 30248. These courses are part-funded by the Community Education Support
Programme, Donegal College, and Béal an Phobail.

NUACHTLITIR NA CARRAIGE AGUS MHIN AN AOIRE

ST COLUMBA'S CARRICK / ST PATRICK'S MEENANEARY
An tAthair Rory Brady 074 9739008 / 0879141606 (WhatsApp only)
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24th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A, 12th / 13th September 2026

Fr. Rory is away from Sunday 13th to Thursday 24th of September.
In case of emergency contact Fr Peoples, Kilcar at 074 97 38007 or
Fr. Francis Mc Ateer, Glen at 074 97 30888.

Weekly Masses

Eucharistic Adoration
Tue 15th: Carrick – NO ADORATION
Thur 17th: Meenaneary 7.30p.m. - 8.30p.m.

Anniversary
Enda Cunningham, Carrick.

BINGO Mhín an Aoire
Our monthly Bingo will be held in Meenaneary Community Centre on Friday 18th September @ 8.30p.m. Raffle on the night also. Fáilte roimh gach duine. All welcome.

SUNDAY COLLECTION: Weekend 5th / 6th September

Carrick Collection: €704.60
Meenaneary Collection: €577.50
Carrick Shrine: €99.70

Anyone who wishes to set up a Standing Order for their weekly contribution or who wishes to donate to the parish can do so to the following parish account;

·       Account Name: Carrick Parish

·       IBAN: IE46BOFI 904907 69084863

·       BIC: BOFIIE2D

THE HOLY ROSARY
The Holy Rosary in honour of "Our Lady of Fatima" will be prayed at the Grotto in Glen on Sunday 13th of September at 6.00p.m. The Rosary will be prayed for all who are sick and suffering. Come and pray the Rosary with us. Everybody welcome.

ABIDE WOMEN'S CONFERENCE
November 20-22, the Great Northern Hotel, Bundoran, Co. Donegal. Speakers include: Sarah Swafford, Fr Barry Braum, Fr Mark Wharton, Kimberlee WooLing, Danielle Noonan, Nashville Dominicans & more. Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Fintan Gavin, from Cork & Ross Diocese. We would love to welcome you this weekend. For more details please visit Abide in His Love at eventbrite.ie registration link: eventbrite.com

CREDENDA COURSE
The start date for our Credenda course is just one month away! Please share with friends and family who you think might be interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the rich heritage of the Catholic Faith! Information and booking: dominicans.ie

RECOVERY IN ACTION, LETS TALK ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH

·       Date: Thursday 17th September 2026

·       Time: 5.30pm

·       Venue: Radisson Blu Letterkenny.

Open to the public. No registration necessary. Walk in event. This community event is open to everyone in the Donegal Community over the age of 18years. Hosted by the Donegal Mental Health service and supported by Connecting for life Donegal.

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NUACHTLITIR NA CARRAIGE AGUS MHIN AN AOIRE

ST COLUMBA’S CARRICK / ST PATRICK’S MEENANEARY
An tÁth Rory Brady 074 9739008 / 0879141606 (WhatsApp only)
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23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A, 5th/6th September 2026

Weekly Masses

Eucharistic Adoration
Tue 8th Carrick 10.30a.m. - 1.00p.m.
Thur 10th Meenaneary 7.30p.m. - 8.30p.m.

Died Recently
Charlie Mc Guire, Killaned, Glencolmcille.

CURSILLO
There will be a Cursillo friendship night in Donegal Town on Wednesday the 9th of September at 7:30pm in the Church of Ireland hall. All Cursillo members very welcome.

GLENCOLMCILLE PARISH FUNDRAISER
Glencolmcille Parish Fundraising Committee are holding a table quiz in Evelyn's Central Bar, Carrick, on Friday 11th September. Start time 9pm sharp. Please support.

SUNDAY COLLECTION: Weekend 29th / 30th August

Carrick Collection €667.60 Meenaneary Collection €439.30
Carrick Shrine €148.32 Meenaneary Shrine €216.40

Anyone who wishes to set up a Standing Order for their weekly contribution or who wishes to donate to the parish can do so to the following parish account;

Account Name: Carrick Parish
IBAN: IE46BOFI 904907 69084863
BIC BOFIIE2D

MOTHER TERESA - Do it anyway
People are often unreasonable, illogical, and self-centred- Forgive them anyway.
If you are kind, people may accuse you of selfish, ulterior motives - Be kind anyway.
If you are successful, you will win some false friends/some true enemies – Succeed anyway.
If you are honest and frank, people may cheat you – Be honest and frank anyway.
What you spend years building, someone could destroy overnight – Build anyway.
If you find serenity and happiness there may be jealousy – Be happy anyway.
The Good you do today, people will often forget tomorrow - Do good anyway.
Give the world the best you have and it may never be enough – Give the world the best you’ve got anyway.
You see, in the final analysis, it is between you and God – It was never between you and them anyway.

AGE ACTION
Need help with your mobile phone or digital device?
Register for Age Action’s free one-to-one digital skills tutoring. Letterkenny Central Library (Wednesday’s 10.30am-12.30pm). To register call: 091-527831 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

CREDENDA COURSE
The start date for our Credenda course is just one month away! Please share with friends and family who you think might be interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the rich heritage of the Catholic Faith! Information and booking: https://dominicans.ie/credenda/

RECOVERY IN ACTION, LETS TALAB ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH
Date: Thursday 17th September 2026
Time: 5.30pm / Venue: Radisson Blu Letterkenny
Open to the public. No registration necessary. Walk in event.
This community event is open to everyone in the Donegal Community over the age of 18 years. Hosted by the Donegal Mental Health service and supported by Connecting for life Donegal

NEWSLETTER NOTICES: Anyone wishing to include items in the weekly newsletter
please submit by 12 Noon on Thursdays. Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

NUACHTLITIR NA CARRAIGE AGUS MHIN AN AOIRE

ST COLUMBA'S CARRICK / ST PATRICK'S MEENANEARY
An tAth Rory Brady 074 9739008 / 0879141606 (WhatsApp only)
Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A, 29th/30th August 2026

Fr. Rory is away from Sunday 29th Aug to Wednesday 2nd Sept. In case of emergency contact Fr. Peoples, Kilcar at 0749738007 or Fr. McAteer, Glen at 0749730888

Weekly Masses

Date Intention / Feast Time Church
Sat 29th The Passion of St. John the Baptist 10.00am Carrick
Sat 29th Paddy, Bridget & Kevin McHugh 7.00pm Meenaneary
Sun 30th Máire Byrne, Arrigle, Kilcar. Month Mind 10.00a.m. Carrick
Mon 31st NO MASS
Tue 1st NO MASS
Thur 3rd St. Gregory the Great 7.00p.m. Meenaneary
Fri 4th Carrick N.S. Childrens Mass 10.00a.m. Carrick
Sat 5th Catherine Mc Laughlin, Mass Bouquet 10.00a.m. Carrick
Sat 5th Hugh & Teresa Boyle, Owenteshkna 7.00p.m. Meenaneary
Sun 6th Cassie & Douglas Evans, Carrick Upper 10.00a.m. Carrick

Eucharistic Adoration
Tue 1st Carrick - NO ADORATION
Thur 3rd Meenaneary 7.30p.m. - 8.30p.m.

Visitation of the sick
Fr. Rory will visit the sick on the first Friday, 4th September.
Anyone wishing to have their name or a relatives name included on the list please contact Fr. Rory on 087 9141606 or the parish office on 074 97 39008

Died Recently
John Gallagher, Cloghan. ( Brother Fr. Eddie Gallagher)

 Group Pilgrimage to Medjugorje 2026
16th - 23rd September
€915 per person – accompanied by Fr Rory Brady as Spiritual Director.
Places available, anyone wishing to travel please contact Bridget Gallagher 087 904 5359.
Details on poster back of Church.

Sunday Collection Weekend 22nd / 23rd August
Carrick €655.21 Meenaneary €389.20 Carrick Shrine €655.85

Prayer for College Students
Dear Lord, we pray for our students starting college in the coming weeks. We ask that you guide them along the right path and give them the strength and understanding to follow God's teaching along the way. We ask that you continue to bless them and keep them safe as they start this new chapter in their lives. Grant them the Wisdom and Understanding to stay close to God throughout their college life.

COME & SEE:
Have you heard about the Encounter School of Ministry Course but aren't sure what it's about or if it's for you? We invite you to 'Come & See' what it's about before you make your decision. Class will take place on Thursdays from 6.30pm (first half hour is prayer and worship) to 9.00pm beginning on 3rd September at All Saints Church, Newtowncunningham. Participants can attend up to 3 classes without committing to pay for the course. If a participant decides to enrol before the application deadline of October 1st, tuition fees will then be applied. If a participant decides not to continue, there is no obligation. More info or register here: encounterschool.org or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information.

ANAM CARA DONEGAL
Anam Cara Donegal, the organisation that supports bereaved parents, will hold it's monthly Face to Face Parent Support Evening for bereaved parents on Thursday 10th September 2026 at 7.30pm in the Radisson Blu Hotel, Letterkenny F92 FK15.
This event is free and open to all bereaved parents regardless of the age of their child, the circumstances of their death, or how recent their death was. There is no need for registration, this is a walk in meeting.
We also offer online support group meetings. To find out more call 01 4045378 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
For more information visit www.anamcara.ie.

Donegal Pro Life
Anne Cunningham & Máire Boyle would like to thank all who contributed to the recent Church gate collection in Carrick and Meenaneary. A total of €205.80 was raised ( Carrick €98.35 / Meenaneary €107.45). Thank you.

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NUACHTLITIR NA CARRAIGE AGUS MHIN AN AOIRE

ST COLUMBA'S CARRICK / ST PATRICK'S MEENANEARY
An tÁth Rory Brady 074 9739008 / 0879141606 (WhatsApp only)
Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
21st Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A, 22nd/23rd August 2026

Weekly Masses

Eucharistic Adoration
Tue 25th | Carrick 10.30a.m. - 1.00p.m.
Thur 27th | Meenaneary 7.30p.m. - 8.30p.m.

A rota for Adoration in Carrick on Tuesdays in now at the back of the Church.
Please include your name on the time most suitable for you or contact the parish office.
Thank you.

Died Recently
Mark Columba Boyle, Meenacharvey, Carrick.
Mary Mc Nelis, Glenmalin/Meenaneary, Glencolmcille.

Group Pilgrimage to Medjugorje 2026
16ᵗʰ -23ʳᵈ September
€915 per person – accompanied by Fr Rory Brady as Spiritual Director.
Places available, anyone wishing to travel please contact Bridget Gallagher 087 904 5359.
Details on poster back of Church.

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Sunday Collection Weekend 15th / 16th August
Carrick €454.00

Meenaneary €278.70

Carrick Shrine €213.52

Prayer for Beginning of School Year
As the new school year begins, we come together to seek the blessing and guidance of Our Lord. It is the time when students, teachers, and parents all gather to embark on a new journey of learning and growth. This back-to-school season marks the start of a fresh chapter in our lives, filled with opportunities and challenges, and it is our hope that through this invocation, we may find strength and inspiration for the year ahead.

Dear Lord, we humbly ask for your presence and guidance as we venture into a new school year. We pray that you grant us the wisdom to make the most of every learning opportunity and the strength to overcome any obstacles that come our way. May this year be filled with Joy, Knowledge and Grace for each and every student, teacher and parent.

ALONE
ALONE is a national Irish Charity and support organization founded in 1977 that enables older people to age safely and happily at home. ALONE has information sessions regarding the services they provide. Anyone interested in these sessions and what they provide please contact Diane Woods, Volunteer Support Officer mobile: 0861766813 or National Support & Referral Line: 0818 222 024

Donegal Volunteer Centre
Donegal Volunteer Centre helps to connect Volunteers with Community Groups...and vice versa. Anyone interested please attend gteic Cill Charthaigh F94 N9CW on 2nd Sept / 5th Oct / 4th Nov / 2nd Dec from 11.00am to 1.00pm.

Donegal Hospice Collection
On behalf of Donegal Hospice Mary Service would like to thank everyone who supported the recent fundraising Toll on Carrick bridge and at the school in Meenaneary.
Thank you to everyone who helped on the day.
A total of €3,262.70 was collected.
€891.70 in Meenaneary and €2,371 in Carrick. The money will be used locally by the Palliative Care Team to care for the terminally ill at home and to buy much needed equipment. Thank you.

Marriage Enrichment Weekend (2nd – 4th Oct 2026)
Marriage Encounter Ireland invites married couples to a residential Weekend from Friday 2nd to Sunday 4th October 2026 at the “Focolare Centre”, “Curryhills”, Prosperous, Co. Kildare.
Step away from daily distractions to deepen your communication, renew your love, and rediscover the joy of your marriage. • www.marriageencounter.ie

NUACHTLITIR NA CARRAIGE AGUS MHIN AN AOIRE / ST COLUMBA'S CARRICK / ST PATRICK'S MEENANEARY

An táth Rory Brady 074 9739008/0879141606 (WhatsApp only) - Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

20th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A, 15th/16th August 2026

(Fr. Rory is away from Monday 10th to Monday 17th August. In case of emergency Contact Fr. Peoples in Kilcar at 0749738007 or Fr. McAteer at 0749730888)

Weekly Masses

Sat 15^th Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary 10.00a.m. Carrick

Sat 15^th Connie Doherty, Altclough, 7.00p.m. Meenaneary

Sun 16^th John Patrick Byrne, Ballymore, Teelin. 10.00a.m. Carrick

Mon 17^th Our Lady of Knock 10.00a.m. Carrick

Tue 18^th Missa Pro Popula 10.00a.m. Carrick

Thur 20^th Patrick, John & Teresa Gavigan, Crove. 7.00p.m. Meenaneary

Fri 21^st Nora Byrne, Teelin. 10.00a.m. Carrick

Sat 22^nd Mary Gillespie, Carrick, 1st Anniversary 10.00a.m. Carrick

Sun 23^rd Gerrard Breslin, Carrick 1st Anniversary 10.00a.m. Carrick

Eucharistic Adoration

Tue 18^th Carrick 10.30a.m. - 1.00p.m.

Thur 20^th Meenaneary 7.30p.m. - 8.30p.m.

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James & Noreen Mc Hugh, Bavin, Kilcar.

Group Pilgrimage to Medjugorje 2026

16th-23rd September

€915 per person accompanied by Fr Rory Brady as Spiritual Director.

Places available, anyone wishing to travel please contact Bridget Gallagher 087 904 5359. Details on poster back of Church.

Newsletter Notices: Anyone wishing to include items in the weekly newsletter please submit by 12 Noon on Thursdays. Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 9739008

BINGO Mhín an Aoire Our monthly Bingo will be held in Meenaneary Community Centre on Friday 21st August @ 8.30p.m. Raffle on the night also. Fáilte roimh gach duine. All welcome!

Marriage Enrichment Weekend (2nd – 4th Oct 2026)

Marriage Encounter Ireland invites married couples to a residential Weekend from Friday 2nd to Sunday 4th October 2026 at the “Focolare Centre”, “Curryhills”, Prosperous, Co. Kildare. Step away from daily distractions to deepen your communication, renew your love, and rediscover the joy of your marriage. • www.marriageencounter.ie

Empower Cumasú Project Gaeilge Clár

EMPOWER Cumasú - tá iarratais ar oscailt anois. An bean tú atá i do chónaí sa Ghaeltacht agus tá tú ag iarraidh gnó a thosnú nó a fhás? Má tá suim agat i ngnó bia, feirmeoireachta, ceardaíochta nó seirbhíse, táimid ag iarraidh cloisteáil uait. Déan iarratas anois: https://empowerprogramme.ie/ Tá teorainn le háiteanna. Is é 5:00in Dé hAoine, 4 Meán Fómhair 2026 an dáta deiridh le hiarratas a dhéanamh. Tuilleadh Eolais: 091 742851 / This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Bearla

EMPOWER Cumasú Programme - applications are now open. Are you a female living in the Gaeltacht looking to start or grow your own business? Whether it’s food, farming, crafts or a service business, we want to hear from you. Apply now: https://empowerprogramme.ie/ Places are limited. The closing date for applications is 5:00PM on Friday, 4th September 2026. Further information: 091 742851 / This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Áislann Chill Chartha 

Concerts upcoming; Friday 11th of September Onóir and Friday the 25th September Frankie Gavan & Catherine Mc Hugh. All tickets available at reception.

Enrolment for our Winter classes are now also being taken, Adult and Children’s Art, Knitting and Crochet, Photography, Computer and Accounts. Irish classes for all levels (These classes are subject to numbers).

A History of Textiles (Scéal na dTeicstílí) is now available at Áislann Chill Chartha reception! This beautifully crafted book explores the rich textile heritage of all our local parishes. Overseas postage available — Call in or contact us to order. Thomas 0749738376 Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Patrick Mc Shane: 087 2506443