Notices for March 29th, 2026
Services for April 5th 2026, Easter Sunday
Holy Communion at:
9.30am St Paul’s Church, Collooney
10.45am Holy Trinity Church, Ballisodare
Noon Emlaghfad Church, Ballymote
The Gathering
Hosanna to the Son of David.
Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.
Behold your king come to you, O Zion,
meek, and lowly, sitting upon a donkey.
Ride on in the cause of truth
and for the sake of justice.
Your throne is the throne of God,
it endures for ever;
and the sceptre of your kingdom
is a righteous sceptre.
You have loved righteousness and hated evil:
therefore God, your God, has anointed you with the oil of gladness above your fellows.
Hosanna to the Son of David.
Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.
Dedication of the palms
God our Saviour, whose Son Jesus Christ entered Jerusalem as Messiah to suffer and to die, let these palms be for us signs of his victory; and grant that we who bear them in his name may ever hail him as our King, and follow him in the way that leads to eternal life; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, now and for ever.
Amen.
Collect for Today
Almighty and everlasting God,
who, in your tender love towards the human race,
sent your Son our Saviour Jesus Christ
to take upon him our flesh
and to suffer death upon the cross:
Grant that we may follow the example
of his patience and humility,
and also be made partakers of his resurrection;
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Faith Re-ignited
Our Archdeaconry is planning to run several events for the churches in the period from Ascension to Pentecost 14-24 May. There will be events across the Archdeaconry and a series of “How can I….” talks held in the cathedral addressing the issues most people struggle with.
In addition, in the Ballisodare Group we are going to try and compile and share the history you all have of the various churches. So, we are asking you to have a look in your drawers and find photos, newspaper cuttings etc of your Sunday school time at your church, events in the churches’ history, etc. We will then try to make up some displays for each church and open the doors on Saturday May 16th for people to come and reminisce. It is hoped that afterward we will scan the items and create a digital display for future posterity. So, get looking!
Church of Ireland Evangelical Fellowship
A special evening at Calry Parish Church, Sligo on Friday 17th April. Refreshments will be served 7.00pm with the event starting at 7.30pm. Bishop Ken Clarke explores why Jesus is still Good News for the church today.
This will be an encouraging and hope-filled evening with teaching, worship and fellowship. Whether you’re deeply rooted in church life, feeling a bit weary, or simply curious about the Christian faith, this evening is for you.
Spring to Life Events
Good Friday 3rd April – Reflective Walk led by Matthew Boardwell in Hazelwood at 10.30am
Easter Sunday 5th April – Sunrise Worship Service on Lissadell Beach at 7am.
Easter Services
Wednesday, April 1st, Evening Prayer in Holy Trinity, Ballisodare at 8.00pm
Maundy Thursday, April 2nd, Holy Communion in Emlaghfad Church, Ballymote at 8.00pm
Good Friday, April 3rd, Reflection Service in St Paul’s Church at 8.00pm
Easter Day, Holy Communion in all churches at the normal service time.
Egg-streme
A children’s event will be held in St Paul’s Church on Saturday, April 4th from 3.00pm-4.30pm. Details and registration to follow.
Easter Vestries
Easter Vestries meetings will be as follows:
St Paul’s, Collooney, Monday April 13th at 8.00pm.
Holy Trinity, Ballisodare, Tuesday April 14th at 8.00pm.
Emlaghfad, Ballymote, Wednesday, April 15th at 8.00pm.
This is a triennium year so Synod members and supplementals as well as Parish Nominators (2 from Ballisodare, 1 from Collooney and 1 from Ballymote) will be elected. These are important meetings given my retirement later in the year so I would ask you prayerfully consider how you could help.
Prayer
Please remember in your prayers parishioners who are in hospital, or resident in our care homes.
Leaving a Gift for the Church in your Will
Legacy gifts or ‘gifts in will’ are an important source of income for churches, allowing us to make long-term plans. They are also a way of enabling you to continue to support the church after you’re gone.
By remembering us in your will, you can help ensure the church’s presence will continue to benefit many generations to come.
Further details on how to do this are on our website along with answers to some of the questions you may have. A paper version can be provided on request.
Irish Hospice Foundation
Bereavement Support Line available Mon-Fri, 10.00am-1.00pm 1800 80 70 77
Bank Transfers and Standing Orders
If you would like to make donations via bank transfer or by standing order please contact the Rector or the local treasurer who will provide appropriate details.