Notices for April 14th 2024, 3rd Sunday of Easter
Services for April 21st, 4th Sunday of Easter
Holy Communion at:
9.30am Holy Trinity, Ballisodare
10.45am Emlaghfad, Ballymote
Noon St Paul’s, Collooney
Collect for Today
Almighty Father,
who in your great mercy gladdened the disciples
with the sight of the risen Lord:
Give us such knowledge of his presence with us,
that we may be strengthened
and sustained by his risen life
and serve you continually in righteousness and truth;
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Easter Vestries
A big THANK YOU to all those who attended the Easter Vestries last week and for those who took on roles to serve the congregation in various ways for the next 12 months.
Women’s Bible Study
The Marthas will be having their next Bible study on Wednesday 17th April. at 8.00pm in Mary Bourke’s.
Mother’s Union
The MU are meeting on April 16th in Holy Trinity Church hall, Ballisodare at 8.00pm. At this event Marion Edwards is speaking on “The God of the Margins” which is about her work in Ballina.
Women’s Shed Quiz Night
On Thursday 18th April in Peacock Lane in Ballisodare the Women’s Shed, who meet in Holy Trinity Hall, are holding a fundraising quiz. A table for 4 costs €40. There are lots of prizes. Contact ballisodarewomensshed@gmail.com to book a table.
Holy Trinity Ballisodare
A letter for Ballisodare Parishioners is available at the back of church. Please take one away and pray about how you might respond to the need!
Pamela Benson Memorial
In early May a beautiful, custom built bench will be installed in the grounds of Emlaghfad Church in memory of Pamela Benson, an Emlaghfad parishioner tragically killed in an accident in 2022.
Pamela was a very keen cyclist and a member of the Inishfree Wheelers who will also be in attendance. More details to follow.
Memory Verse
Romans 3:23-24 (NIV)
“for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and all are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus.”
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.