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THE SHIP BENEATH THE ICE
By Mensun Bound
On 21 November 1915, Sir Ernest Shackleton’s ship, Endurance, finally succumbed to the crushing ice. Its crew watched in silence as the stern rose twenty feet in the air and then, it was gone. The miraculous escape and survival of all twentyeight men on board have entered legend. And yet, the iconic ship that bore them to the brink of the Antarctic was considered forever lost.
A century later, an audacious plan to locate the ship was hatched. The Ship Beneath the Ice gives a blow-by-blow account of the two epic expeditions to find the Endurance. As with Shackleton’s own story, the voyages were filled with intense drama and teamwork under pressure. In March 2022, the Endurance was finally found to headlines all over the world.
Written by Mensun Bound, the Director of Exploration on both expeditions, this captivating narrative includes countless fascinating stories of Shackleton and his legendary ship. Complete with a selection of Frank Hurley’s photos from Shackleton’s original voyage in 1914–17, as well as from the expeditions in 2019 and 2022, The Ship Beneath the Ice is the perfect tribute to this monumental discovery.
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KILFLYNN
SAVE THE DATE…
Yes, Kilflynn Drama Group are back this year after the long break due to Covid and lock down. Work is continuing at pace on a hilarious play to be staged on March 1st,4th and 5th. More details to follow, so watch this space....
KILFLYNN CITY RUNNING GROUP
Exciting news, our website is now live and open for registrations: https://kilflynncityrun.net
Our multi terrain Event takes in all the high points of Kilflynn breath-taking views. A stunning half marathon and 10k that starts and finishes in Kilflynn village taking in all that Kilflynn has to offer from stunning views to hidden trails and pathways
Put the date of April 1st 2023 in your diary, sign up and support the amazing charity of Bru Columbanus. The inaugural Kilflynn city running group stacks half and 10k is an event not to be missed.
SPLIT THE BUCKET
The next draw for the Kilflynn Community Together “Split the Bucket” will take place Saturday, 4th February in Herbert’s Bar, Kilflynn @ 10:00pm. Get your entries in (as many as you like) before Saturday night 28th January! It could be your lucky Night! We have buckets at various businesses around Kilflynn: Parker’s Pub, Herbert’s Bar and Zam Zam Kebab.
ST. MARY’S CHURCH, KILFLYNN
On Friday 3rd February at 10.00a.m Feast of St. Blaise. First Friday and Saturday 5th February at 6.00 p.m. Parish Office can be contacted by phone 066 4018996 Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. or by email: abbeydorney@dioceseofkerry.ie
Masses from St. Bernard’s Church, Abbeydorney are streamed live on www.dioceseofkerry.ie, on Sunday at 10 a.m. Go to Abbeydorney Parish and click on watch live Mass. Webcam has been installed in Kilflynn Church - To watch Masses go to www.dioceseofkerry.ie – Abbeydorney Parish and click on ‘watch Mass’. Diocesan
Feast of Presentation (Candlemas) Thursday 2nd February. Candles will be blessed at 10.00 a.m. Mass on Wednesday in Kilflynn and at the Thursday Mass in Abbeydorney. Candles €7 of pack of 6 available from Parish Office. Collection for Lourdes Helpers next weekend 4th /5th February. This collection is the only way of obtaining funding in 2023. Many of the Helpers are students and need help to finance the trip. The Lourdes Helpers Fund also assists pilgrims who could not pay the full fare. Your generous support will be greatly appreciated.
BEREAVEMENTS
The death has occurred of Dan O’Shea Knocknacaska, Kilflynn and formerly of Kevin Barrys Villas, Tralee on Sunday 15th January On behalf of the community, we offer our sincere sympathy to his wife Nora and his sons, Daniel, Maurice, David, his daughters, Lorna and Jacinta, grandchildren Éabha, Gearóid, Kate, Emma and Edie, brothers Jerry and Richard, sister Nora, sons-in-law Liam, Ger and Willie, daughter-in-law Fiona, nephews, nieces, extended family, neighbours and wide circle of friends.
On behalf of the community, we offer our sincere sympathy to Jackie Twomey of Gortcloghy, Kilflynn, her Partner, Tom Connolly, and her family on the death of her father John James (J.J.) McCormack
Jubilee Close, Roscommon Town, Roscommon / Castlerea, Roscommon / Kerry on Wednesday 25th January.
The death has occurred of Thomas Lacey, Leam, Kilflynn and formerly of Laurel Court, Tralee on Thursday 26th January. On behalf of the community, we offer our sincere sympathy to his wife Noreen, to his Son, Eddie, daughter,
Michelle. grandchildren Maisie and Caitlin, great-grandson Stanley, brothers Eddie and Matthew, sisters Marie, Geraldine and Lena, nephews, nieces, grandnieces, grandnephews, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, extended family, neighbours and wide circle of friends. May They Rest in Peace
CROTTA HURLING CLUB SOCIAL
The Crotta Gaa Hurling Club Social will take place on Saturday night 18th February at Ballyroe Heights Hotel, Tralee. Music by Martin Williams followed by Disco. Tickets @ €35 are available from Parker’s Pub, Herbert’s Bar and Shop and from Chairman Paddy Weir. Come along and enjoy good food, music and craic.
KERRY SENIOR HURLERS
Allianz League Round 1 - Derry v Kerry @ Celtic Park, Derry Saturday, 4 February @ 2.00pm. Best wishes to the Kerry players and their management.
CROTTA LOTTO RESULTS
The Crotta hurling club weekly lotto draw was held on Monday 30th January at Herbert’s Bar, Kilflynn. The Four numbers drawn out of the drum by the independent observer: Graham Harris, Clounsillagh, Lixnaw were 8,13,22 and 28. There was no winner of the 2,600 Jackpot.Congratulations to the following who won €35 in the lucky dip draw: Maurice McAuliffe, Willowbrook, Killarney Road, Abbeyfeale, Fr. Denis O’Mahony, Abbeydorney P.P and Cora and Amber Long, Abbeydorney.
The next draw will take place in Parker’s Pub, Kilflynn. on Monday 6th February at 10.30p.m with a €2,700 Jackpot. Tickets available 3 for €5 online visit www.crottagaa.club or this link https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_ id=427#Anchor or Herbert’s Bar/Village Store, Parker’s Pub, Zam Zam Kabab, Foley Shop Lixnaw, Abbeydorney Post Office or from Club ticket sellers. Many thanks to all who contribute to our weekly Club Lotto. The Club cannot emphasise enough the importance of our members promoting the Club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. Your continued support is greatly appreciated. We would like to wish all our patrons a very Happy Christmas and a healthy New Year.
PARKER’S PUB
Rhythm & Sticks band are delighted to be playing their debut gig in Parker’s Pub & Beer Garden on Bank Holiday Sunday 5th of February
Tickets at 15 euro are selling fast so click the link below to get your tickets or at Parker’s Pub: https://www.eventbrite.ie/.../rhythm-sticks-at-parkers...
NORTH KERRY HURLING BOARD A.G.M.
The Annual Convention of the North Kerry Hurling Board was held on Thursday, 26th January. It was hosted by the Crotta O’Neill’s Club at the St. Columba Centre, Kilflynn.
James O’Connor [Ballyheigue] was ratified as the new President of the Board.
Full Officer list: Uachtarán - James O’Connor [Ballyheigue]
Vice Presidents - Kevin Roche (Abbeydorney); Dr. Seán Quill (Ballyheigue); James Broderick (Causeway); Willie O’Connell (Lixnaw); Denis Treacy (Kilmoyley), James McCarthy (Crotta), Sonny O’Halloran (Lady’s Walk); Phil Healy (St. Brendan’s).
Chairman - Joe Walsh (Kilmoyley) | Vice Chairmen - Pat Dineen (Kilmoyley) & Timmy Weir (Abbeydorney)
Secretary - Gavin O’Connor (Kilmoyley) | P.R.O. - Tommy O’Connor (St. Brendan’s)
Treasurers - Paudie Dineen (Abbeydorney) & Aidan Behan (Abbeydorney)
Oifigeach Cultúrtha - Tom Lawlor (Ballyheigue).
KILFLYNN TODDLER GROUP
The Kilflynn toddler group meets up every Thursday mornings in St. Columbus Centre, Kilflynn at 10.00-11.30 am
LISTOWEL RFC U 16 TOO STRONG FOR TABLE-TOPPERS WATERFORD IN MUNSTER CAMPAIGN
Tries from flying centres Michael Coolahan and Jack Buckley, 2 tries from the rampaging flanker Sam Enright and 2 tries and 4 conversions from Listowel’s masterful outhalf Cathal Byrne, left the visitors shell shocked in front of a strong and vocal local crowd at Listowel’s Town Park.
Captain Liam Hanrahan showed powerful leadership in running a strong and cohesive forward performance through Eamon O Connor, Tadgh Mulvihill, Jason Moriarty, Marcos Leahy, Ruari O Connell, Euan Somers and the superb aggressive running of John Curtin and Cian Carey against a very strong Waterford pack. A brilliant hookers heel against the head in a Waterford scrum by Jason Moriarty gave a huge boost to the listowel team in the first half when the pressure was on.
Indeed it was a very tough start for the home side but the work of the pack, gained increasing dominance as the game went on and led to an excellent platform for the relentless scrum half Fionn Byrne to set up his brother Cathal Byrne to give a simply exceptional performance at number 10. Time and again the outhalf unleashed the talented Listowel backline through a mixture of well worked backs moves and from intelligent kicking decisions which kept the visitors under pressure. The backline talent on display from centres Coolahan and Buckley in attack was a joy to see with exceptional link play by this superb partnership.
Jake Rochford at full back created havoc for Waterford with his strong forward runs against the wind gaining incredible yards and linking up to turn defence into attack. Noteworthy performances came from French winger Paul Lacoste showing great speed and Fionn McNamara brilliantly chasing a superb kick from Cathal Byrne, turning over the receiver and allowing byrne to get over the line for Listowel’s first try. Both wings strength were added to with the introductions of Joseph Gilbert and James Roche to turn the screw in the second half while Harry Reidy slotted into left wing and showed great skills in his catching and return runs and later shored up the full back position.
Scrum half Fionn Byrne showed incredible speed to tackle the opposite 10 who spilled the ball from a lineout only for an amazing pick up and 30 metre run from Liam Hanrahan who threw an overhead pass to Enright to get under the posts. The number 9 at just 14 years is showing some brilliant performances in recent months driving the pack around the pitch and spinning long accurate passes consistently and has added some great kick moves to his game.
The rampaging Listowel back rows of Sam Enright, John Curtin, Euan Somers and Liam Hanrahan were superb and again the strength, awareness and intelligence of Enright led to two superb tries.
Man of the match undoubtedly was the young outhalf Cathal Byrne with amazing game awareness, passing, tackling and place kicking, with 4 conversions as well as getting in for 2 tries which was the icing on the cake.
Next Listowel travel to a strong Bantry side where the opportunity of reaching the Munster Quarter Final is well within their grasp.
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MOYVANE
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MARIAN HALL BLOTTO
Thursday, January 26: Numbers drawn: 1, 6, 21, 29. There was no winner of the Jackpot. Lucky Dips: €100: Mary Stack, Tullahinell, Ballylongford. €50: Mary Leahy, Kilrush, Co. Clare. €20 each: Liam Corridan, c/o Corridan’s Garage. Chris Healy, Abbeyfeale. Bridie Heffernan, Tarbert. Alan & David Kidney, Limerick. Anne Heffernan, Ennismore, Listowel. Free Tickets: Danny Enright, c/o Caroline Maune. Paddy Tydings, Listowel. Mike Dalton, Atea. Marie Flavin, Cahirdown, Listowel. Catherine Lyons, Clounmacon, Listowel. This week’s Jackpot is €6,000. Thank you for your support.
JUVENILE BADMINTON FUNDRAISER
Keep the date: Friday, February 03 Speedy’s Bar is holding a fundraiser for the local Juvenile club. As you all know Moyvane has a history of really good badminton players. It all starts with the under age players and 2023 is no different from 2013 or 2003, there are always good juveniles coming along and enjoying themselves and keeping the tradition going. They deserve the best and in spite of the fact that there are wonderful volunteers working with them money is always needed. Currently they are training for the Community Games and are having some coaching. Details: Quiz starts at 8.00pm sharp. €20 for a table of four. Prizes: 1st - €100, 2nd - €50 3rd - €20. There will be a raffle for Spot Prizes on the night. Please support.
SENIOR BADMINTON
Congratulations to Moyvane Ladies, Division 3 team who won the County League Final against Tralee on Wednesday night, January 25. The competition was played in Tralee Sports Complex. The team was Francine Collins, Denise Collins, Bridget McCarthy, Jeanelle Griffin & Carmel Hudson. Well done to Moyvane Division 4 Men’s team on reaching the County League Final. Killarney proved too strong in a closely contested competition. Congratulations to the team of Liam O’Connor, John Newman, Niall O’Hanlon and Padraig Hanrahan. The singles championship took place in the Tralee sports complex on Friday night January 27 for division 5, 3, & 1. Congratulations to Bridget McCarthy on winning the ladies division 3 singles. Martin Stack won the Men’s division 5 singles and Fiona Buckley won the ladies Division 5 singles. Well done to all.
MOYVANE
GAA
GAA LOTTO There was no winner of Sunday night’s Jackpot. Numbers drawn: 5 10 19 27. Lucky Dips: €40 each: Owen Flaherty, Online. Aine Sweeney, Online. Noel Stack, Moyvane Village. Eleanor Moran, c/o Liz. Mike Collins, Glin Road, Moyvane. Tickets are available online by following the link on Moyvane GAA Facebook Page. All online entries must be registered by 6.00pm on the day of the draw. Entries after 6.00pm will be entered in the next draw. Tickets are also available at Kennelly’s Homevalue Hardware, Holly’s Gala, Stack’s Butchers, Corridan’s Garage, Newtownsandes Co-op, A New U and Curl Up & Dye. You can also contact any Committee member. Entries after 6.00pm will be entered in the next draw. Next week’s Jackpot is €5,700, and the draw will be held on Monday, February 06 at 8.30pm in Speedy’s bar. Thank you for your support.
NATIONAL CLUB DRAW: Players are currently selling tickets for this draw. Tickets are €10 and there are fabulous prizes up for grabs. More details later. This is a very important fundraiser for your local GAA club.
Tomaisins
MEMBERSHIP is now open for 2023 and is available from any committee member. Cost is €40 for players and €20 for students and ordinary members.
ROCK NIGHT FUNDRAISER FOR THE PALLIATIVE CARE UNIT
On Saturday, February 04, 2023 a Rock Music night is happening. This is a night not to be missed. Tomaisins in Lisselton V31 DE68 will be hosting a huge lineup for the Palliative Care Unit at University Hospital, Kerry in memory of Billy Leahy, Trien, Kilmorna. Organised by his friends, the impressive lineup will include well known local artists, Mudcat, kicking off the night followed by, headline act, Whiplash, Metallica Tribute Band with the night being rocked away by the very entertaining DJ, Martin Behan. Tickets are just €10 for this mega night. A number of impressive Spot Prizes will be raffled on the night. To support this very worthy cause tickets are available from Brian at 087 1497210, John 087 2116353 & Dave 087 7584129. Tickets will also be available at the door on the night. Don’t miss out, buy your tickets now and support this great cause, it will be a fantastic night. Billy was a heavy metal rock fanatic all his life, always sharing his love of rock (heavy rock) with his family and friends. Billy was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer in October 2021 and passed away on February 17 2022. He faced his diagnosis with tremendous courage and strength. He spent time in the Palliative Care Unit in UHK where he received the best of care from the dedicated team attached to the unit. His family will be forever grateful for their care and attention to Billy. Unfortunately many families have been touched by this awful disease and this facility in Tralee and many others around the country do a wonderful job offering care and support to patients and their families. All proceeds from this event will go towards the Palliative Care Unit, UHK. We thank you for your support.
YOUTH LEADERSHIP
Training for 14-19 year olds in a parish setting open to all young people in all parishes. The training day will be held on Saturday, February 11 in Listowel provided by the diocesan youth team. Contact Brian on 087 4545409.
MASSES FOR THE WEEK
MOYVANE: Thur, Feb 02 10am The Presentation of the Lord, Mass and St. Blaise Blessing. Anniversary Mass for Michael Feury, Glenalappa & deceased members of the Feury family.
Saturday, February 04 7.30pm Anniversary Mass for John Moloney, Claar and his parents, Mick & Mary.
Sunday, February 05 11.00am Mass for Bridie Shine, recently deceased and third Anniversary of her husband, Jack, Glin Road and deceased members of the Shine family.
KNOCKANURE: Friday, February 03 Mass and St. Blaise Blessing and Private Intention at 7.30pm Please note there will be NO morning Mass.
Sunday, February 05 Anniversary Mass at 9.30am for Jerry & Mary Enright.
BALLYDUFF
LOTTO DRAW
The results of the weekly Ballyduff GAA Club, Lady’s Walk Hurling Club and the Ballyduff Community Games Committee Lotto Draw for Tuesday January 24th are as follows: The numbers drawn were 3, 14 & 20 and the Bonus number was 7. There was no winner of the €17,900 Jackpot or the €400 prize for Match Three. The following were the €20 Consolation prizes – Breda McGrath; Danny Guerin; Mary O’Sullivan/ Mike.
The Lotto Draw takes place on each Tuesday night at the GAA Clubrooms. Tickets cost €2.50 each and are available at the local shops and businesses and from members of the promoting Clubs. Remember “If you are not in you can’t win”.
You may also play the Lotto online at www.ballyduffgaa.com.
BALLYDUFF
GAA NEWS:
Senior Football: The McCarthy Insurance sponsored North Kerry Senior Football League, Round 1, brought Finuge v Ballyduff into opposition at O’Sullivan Park, Finuge on Sunday morning last. Both teams were short a number of players due to involvement with County teams. Ballyduff made a good start with points from Michael Slattery Padraig Walsh, Jack Farrell, Anthony Kavanagh and goal from Slattery put us in control at halftime 1 – 6 to 0 – 3. In the second half Finuge hit back with a goal but Anthony Kavanagh hit the net and points from Slattery, Jack O’Sullivan and subs Paud Costello and Stefan Carrig left Ballyduff ahead 2– 12 to 1 – 5 when excellent referee Maurice Murphy blew the final whistle.
LADY’S WALK HURLING
Lady’s Walk Hurling Club will hold their Annual General Meeting on this Friday February 3rd at 7.30pm in Lowe’s Bar, Ballyduff. New members welcome.
CHURCH NEWS
Masses for the week
Thursday 10.00am: Special Intention – Presentation of the Lord
Friday 7.00pm: Bernard & Carmel Guerin – First Friday Saturday 6.30pm: Joan O’Neill – 1st Anniversary; Mike Lynch (Kilmore); Tommy & Bennie Flanagan & deceased members of the Flanagan Family
Sunday 11.00am: Mass in Causeway
Reader: Saturday 6.30pm – Des Rochford
Ministers of the Eucharist: Saturday 6.30pm – Rita Goulding/Anthony Doyle/Sarah Anne Ross
Divine Mercy: Every Sunday at 3.00pm.
Eucharistic Adoration: Every Thursday 10.30am –11.30am.
Parish Office: is open Tuesday to Friday from 10.30am to 1.00pm. Please ring (066)7148404
Blessing of Throats: on this Friday February 3rd from 6.15pm – 7.00pm. Feast of St. Blaise
Communion Calls: Please note February Communion Calls will be on Thursday 9th. Please inform housebound & neighbours of this.
Masses Change: this weekend for February with Saturday Mass in Ballyduff at 6.30pm and Sunday Mass in Causeway at 11.00am.
Diocesan Collection: This weekend, 4/5th February –Lourdes Helpers. This is the only source of income for the Helpers who are mostly students and cannot afford to fund the complete travelling costs on their own but who are vital to the pilgrimage in their capacity of taking care of the sick. Please give what you can only afford no matter how small.
Workshop for Parish Pastoral Councils: in An Tochar Education Centre, Causeway on Wednesday February 1st from 7.30pm. All members of the Parish Pastoral Councils are requested to attend.
Totus Tuus Eucharistic Conference 2023: live on Radio Maria Ireland from 2.00pm on Saturday February 4th.
Radio Maria can be listened to on Saorview Channel 210 on TV or listen live on (01) 4373277.
Sycamore Course: starts Thursday February 9th from 7.00pm – 9.00pm for 8 weeks in the Day chapel at Abbeydorney Church. This is an informal course about the Catholic faith & its relevance to our lives today. Watch a 25 minute video followed by a short discussion. To register phone (087)2214512 or phone parish office –(066)4018996
CLOTHES COLLECTION
On Thursday February 9th , Cash for Clobber, will collect reusable items of clothing, bed linen (No continental quilts or pillows), paired shoes, belts, handbags, towels and curtains from the Sliabh a’Mhadra National School. We are making a very special appeal to you to ask neighbours, relatives and friends who have not got children attending this school to clear out their attics and presses and add to our collection. The money we receive enables us to provide extra resources and opportunities for our pupils. Therefore, we would appeal to you to drop off any items of clothing you no longer need and also spread the word amongst your acquaintances. A big thank you to all who contributed to our last collection which was a great success.
Clothes can be dropped in the shelter here at the school on the evening of the 8th February or from early morning to 10.00am on February 9th
RATTOO ROVERS DRAW
The results of the Rattoo Rovers Field Fund Raising Draw for December and January are as follows:
December 2022:
1st - €400: Eoin Cregan, C/o Meadowlands Hotel, Oakpark, Tralee.
2nd - €100: Marie Lucid, Ardoughter, Ballyduff.
3rd - €75: Joe McKenna, Knopogue, Ballyduff.
4th - €50: Anthony Houlihan, Ballyhorgan, Ballyduff.
January 2023:
1st - €400: Gerard Kearney, Ballincrossig, Causeway.
2nd - €100: Jayne Power, Tralee.
3rd - €75: Timmy McCarthy, Abbeydorney.
4th - €50: Shamie Griffin, Ahabeg, Lixnaw.
ST. BRENDANS AC.
The Couch to 5K fitness runs/walks begin on the coming Tuesday, February 7th at 7.30pm in the ARC. This is open to all adults who wish to get fit over the next few months with Cathy and aiming to run a 5K at Easter. The sessions will be at whatever pace and intensity is suitable to all and are a good craic as well. They will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Information from any of the contacts below.
The athletics championship season begins this Sunday with the national masters indoor championships in Athlone. St Brendan’s AC will have 6 athletes involved in a variety of events.
Training continues this (Wednesday) evening for juveniles in the ARC from 6.00pm – 8.00pm for different age-groups There will be an extra juvenile session in Banna resort on Friday. Adult fitness sessions will be held from 7.00pm – 8.00pm on Wednesday, also in the ARC.
Monday adult sessions continue and this Monday bank holiday will have a time trial over 5K in Kilmoyley in preparation for the Kerry Athletics road championships on March 12th. The time of the trial is 9.30am at Kilmoyley Community Centre.
Club information may be got from Moira on 087 7985557 or by email at stbrendansa.c.kerry@gmail.com or on facebook or Instagram.
A THOUGHT
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BALLYBUNION
IRISH BLOOD TRANSFUSION SERVICE
Approximately 1000 people in Ireland get blood transfusions every week. Transfusions can happen for a variety of reasons – cancer treatment, surgery, car accidents, and childbirth complications to name a few. This is why we always need donors to come into our clinic. The Irish Blood Transfusion Service will be in Ballybunion Community Centre this Thursday 2nd February from 4.45pm to 8pm. Please phone 061 306 980 to make an appointment.
CONDOLENCES
We would like to express our deepest sympathies to Darragh O’Connor & family of East End on the death of his father Anthony in Tralee recently. Sympathies also to Tony Meehan on the death of his father Liam in Dungarvan, Co. Waterford May they all Rest In Peace.
EAST 73RD
For 2 days only we will be holding a warehouse clearance sale - with never to be repeated prices. On Saturday 04 February and Sunday 05 February, we will open our Ballybunion shop from 12pm - 5pm for a massive clearance sale. Expect a fabulous range of our best known brands and favourite pieces. So if you need a new dress, jacket, tops, trousers, scarves, hats or shoes - you will not leave disappointed. Those of you that know us, know that we take our sales seriously and that we always have a great selection at incredible prices.
Key an eye on our socials this week for a behind the scenes glimpse of what’s available
BEALE SOCIAL
Beale Social will be held on Saturday 11th February in the Ballybunion Golf Club, Dinner at 7pm sharp, and medal presentation to our juniors. Tickets are €40 and are available from John Hannan, Colm Kissane and from the Railway Bar.
Afternoon Tea Dance
Thanks to everyone who attended last Sunday’s Tea Dance and thanks to Ger Walsh for the music. The next Tea Dance will be held on Sunday 26th February in Ballybunion Community Centre from 3pm-5pm in aid of Dementia. All are welcome to attend, Admission is €7 which includes refreshments and music by Mike Condon. Come along and enjoy a great afternoon of music, dance, chats and tea while supporting charities.
ACTIVE RETIREMENT
Weekly meetings for the Ballybunion Active Retirement group are held on Wednesday’s at 2.00pm in the old convent. New members are most welcome
CLOTHES COLLECTION
Scoil Íosagáin’s Parents Association will hold several clothes collections throughout the year.
Clothes can be dropped to the front door of the school at any time during the school year, during school hours Monday to Friday only. Reusable items of clothing, bed linen (No quilts or pillows), paired shoes, belts, handbags, towels and curtains. A big thank you to all who contributed to our last collection which was a great success. Please do not leave bags at the school gates.
CHILDREN’S ART AND CRAFT CLASSES
Creative Art & Craft classes for children. Winter schedule. (Drop In) Fun workshops. Every Saturday 11.30am to 1pm.All materials supplied. Creative Birthday Parties also available. For information contact Marie 0860664435.
LB ROVERS GOLF CLASSIC 2023
LB Rovers are pleased to announce we will be hosting a Golf Classic at the splendid Ballybunion Cashen Course in Aid of our field purchase on Friday 31st March. Tee Times 9.00am - 3.00pm, Entry: €200.00 (Team of 4 People), Tee Sponsorship - €100.00, Green Sponsorship - €100.00.
Contact Eoin O’ Mahony 087 2254837 or email eomahony76@gmail.com
CHAIR BASED FITNESS PROGRAM
Class Chair-Based Exercise in Ballybunion Community Center every Tues.11.00am-12.00pm. Pay as you go classes available also, Please phone to book your chair call Martina on 087 797 3688
TINTEÁN THEATRE
Coming up will be the Legend of Luke Kelly on Sat Feb 25th, Pat & Faye Shortt are coming on Sat 29th April, Elvis the Vegas Experience on Sat 6th May, Waterloo on Sat 1st July, Johnny Cash returns on Sat 22nd July, Cliona Hagan on Fri 4th August, Tina Turner Tribute act-Proud Mary and her city Limits on Sat 19th August. You can secure your tickets today via the link https://bit.ly/3Qi4JvL
BALLYBUNION MEALS ON WHEELS
The Ballybunion meals on wheels service will be delivered 3 days a week, meals will be delivered on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Anyone wishing to avail of delivery please contact Eileen Fogarty on 086 2234 965 or Con McCarthy on 087 418 4241. The areas covered are Ballybunion, Lisselton, Asdee and Ballylongford. The dinner will be delivered to your door by one of the men at the cost of €7 per meal.
SCOIL ÍOSAGÁIN
Scoil Íosagáin, Church Road, Ballybunion would like to remind parents that they are now enrolling for the 2023/24 school year and that the closing date for all new Junior Infants is this February 3rd. Enrolment applications are available on the school website www.ballybunionprimary.ie or by emailing Catherine at office@ ballybunionprimary.ie Principal Ita Walsh and her staff look forward to meeting all the new boys and girls.
MEN’S AQUA AEROBICS
Men’s only Aqua aerobics classes every Friday evenings in Ballybunion Health and Leisure Centre. If interested
please contact Martina on 0877973688
JOY FIT IRELAND
Joy fit is a new exercise programme to Ballybunion, jumping for joy. The venue is the community centre. Tues, Thurs and Sat at 10am and is €15 per class. Booking is required because there are a limited number of boots and they depend on size and weight. Text +380686849819.
BALLYBUNION CCÉ
A reminder that music classes are every Friday in St Joseph Sec School. Registration is also available €6 per child, family membership €20. For more information on classes/times/ registration and hire of instruments Contact Betty 087 9662902. John Fennel Set Dancing Ltd will be doing lessons each Saturday in St Joseph’s Secondary School Hall. Enquires contact John 087 9941466 or Deirdre 086 8429548.
SOCIAL DANCING
Social Dancing takes place every Tuesday night from 7.30pm upstairs in the Community Centre “The Old Central Ballroom” A great night of fun and dancing including waltzing, jiving, quick set, line dancing etc. Please come along and show your support. You do not need a partner on the night.
TAEKWON-DO BALLYBUNION
Taekwon-do Classes are ongoing in Ballybunion Community Centre upstairs hall, on Wednesday evening for beginners aged 5yrs+, teens and adults and on Friday evenings for beginner teens and adults. Great for confidence, balance, co-ordination, fitness, self-defense, self-discipline and its fun. Beginners are always welcome - if interested please contact Michael on 087 9245637. Adults Taekwondo classes will be held in Ballybunion Community Centre on Fridays from 7.10pm-8.30pm. Phone or text Mike 0879245637
POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT
Community Employment offers work experience, training courses, welfare payments plus top-up, and an opportunity to contribute to your community. Current part-time positions (19.5 hrs. /wk.) Community Employment in Ballybunion include: Environmental maintenance in Ballyduff, Tourist Office Attendant; Leisure Centre Receptionist; Leisure Centre Cleaner; Environmental Worker; Office Administrator; Community Centre Caretaker. For details, contact Rosaleen on 068 27799 or email saothairnanabhann@gmail.com
BALLYBUNION PARENT & TODDLER GROUP
The parent & Toddler group every Wednesday from 10am-12.30pm in Ballybunion Community Centre. This is a great meeting place for parents & carers with babies & small children to relax & chat together while children play. Everyone is welcome to attend. Cost is €3 per family which includes snacks and group outings. For more information please contact Laura on 087 057 3384.
SAN RITA WELLNESS
In Person Meetings take place every Thursday from 10am-11am and now every Thursday evening from 6.30pm to 7.30pm in Ballybunion Health & Leisure centre. If you are anxious to make a start now you can join our “At Home Service” where our members love the support, motivation, accountability and also seeing fantastic results on the scales. Call us for more information. Sandra 087 6718377 Rita 087 1012174
BALLYBUNION COMMUNITY CENTRE
Ballybunion Community centre offers the following services to the community, typing service, Printing, Photocopying, Scanning, and Shredding. Email: ballybcomcentre@gmail.com Phone 068-27799
Clubs & Activities in the centre include: Badminton, Basketball, Gymnastics, Jackie O’Mahony Stage School, Taekwondo, Yoga, Silverback fitness and more. We also now provide outreach services provided by our Family Support Coordinator Laura Bennett, which include play therapy, counselling, parents plus courses, baby massage, mental health supports. Childcare services, fun camps.
BALLYBUNION BADMINTON
Ballybunion Badminton takes place on Tuesdays and Thursdays 8pm to 10pm, in Ballybunion Community Centre €5 per person. New members are always welcome. If you have any enquiries please contact the Ballybunion Baseliners Facebook page.
FOOD SHARE
Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday: Food Cloud delivery to Ballybunion Community Centre, available from 1pm. Please access through the back door of the centre and turn left into the kitchenette. The service includes perishable foods and is open to everyone.
BALLYBUNION LIBRARY
Opening Hours: Tues-Sat Inc from 10am-1:30pm and 2:30pm-5pm.Membership is free.
A regular supply of new books, including bestsellers to be borrowed; requests can be made online or in the branch. We offer PC’s with printing (colour and black/white) and photocopying. We also have daily and weekly newspapers for your perusal. 068 27615
BALLYBUNION NOTES
If you would like to include anything in The Ballybunion Notes, please forward to email address below or send us a message to the Ballybunion Tourist Office Facebook page by 10am on Monday Ballybuniontouristoffice@ gmail.com
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TARBERT
TARBERT NEWS
Email; tarbertnews@outlook.com or telephone Patrick Lynch at 068/ 36117 on or before 7pm Sunday.
DEATH
The death took place of Louis Barton, Dromore, Farranfore and formerly of Farranawanna, Tarbert. Louis who was in his mid 70’s died on Thursday 26 January after long periods of illness. He reposed at his residence in Farranfore. His Requiem Mass was celebrated on Saturday 28 January by Fr Pádraig Kennelly and Fr Sean Horgan in St. Gertrude’s Church, Firies. Fr Pádraig informed the congregation, that at Louis’s request there would be no funeral homily. Following the Requiem Mass interment took place to the Old Rath Cemetery, Tralee and Louis was laid to rest in the ancestral family tomb. Louis was one of 7 children, 4 boys and 3 girls born to Thomas and Nora Barton ( née Buckley) in Farranawanna, Tarbert. In his working life he worked for Kerry Agri Business and Kerry Farm Services in the Mill at Farranfore. He served for a while on the board of North and East Kerry Community Development. He was popular and well liked by colleagues, friends and neighbours and liked to trace relationships. He was predeceased by his brothers Timothy in 1963 and his brother Tom in 2015. Sympathy of the community is extended to his wife Josephine (née McMahon), his sons Roy, Ivor, Michael, Paul and Killian, his brother Patrick in Tralee, sisters, Mary in England, Jane in Dublin, Ann in New Zealand. to his daughters-in-law, grandchildren, relatives, neighbours and friends.
TARBERT NATIONAL SCHOOL
Tarbert National School Parents’ Association are holding a bucket collection on this Saturday 4 February from 10am to 4pm in Tarbert village. The monies collected are to be used to upgrade school yards, surfaces and other facilities. They would appreciate your support.
LÁ LE BRÍDE
This Wednesday, 1st. February we celebrate the Feast Day of St Brigid who along with Saints Patrick and Colmcille are the three patron saints of Ireland. St. Brigid’s Day is about halfway between the winter solstice and the Spring Equinox and traditionally marked the start of Spring. Brigid was born in Faughart, outside Dundalk about 450 A,D. Her father was a pagan chieftain and her mother a Christian slave. When she was growing up she had a very charitable nature giving away much of her father’s goods to the poor. She was particularly kind to animals. As an adult she founded a convent in Kildare and opened a school there, the first Christian school in Ireland. According to the Four Masters, Brigid died in the year 535 and was interred in her own church in Kildare. The church was pillaged by the Vikings and her remains were removed to Downpatrick Cathedral to be buried beside St Patrick. The Irish Government to bring the number of Public Holidays up to the European annual average of 10 designated a public holiday in honour of Ireland’s only patron saint, so this year and following years, the first Monday in February will be a public holiday. The sanctuary in St Mary’s Church, Tarbert has a very colourful wall montage of St Brigid and the traditional St Brigid’s Cross, made of rushes features on the altar. The traditional belief is that the Cross made on 1st February and sprinkled with holy water and displayed in the home will protect the house from fire. If displayed in farm outhouses was to ensure animal health and protection. School children in Tarbert, Moyvane and Knockanure National Schools made a number of these Crosses and are now available to purchase at Tarbert Post Office with monies going to Palliative Care.
GAA REFEREE
In their National League game on Saturday last in Croke Park, Dublin defeated Kildare by one point. The game was very capably handled by Kerry referee, Pat Griffin. Pat is the son of Pat Griffin, Ballydonoghue and grandson of Kitty Griffin, St Patrick’s Terrace, Tarbert. Beir bua agus go neirí go geal leis mar réiteoir as seo amach.
FIRST RESPONDERS
The AGM of the North East Kerry Community First Responders will be held on Thursday 16 February at 8pm in the Community Centre, Knockanure. This is an open Public Meeting and everybody is welcome to attend. For enquiries regarding group constitution, tabling of amendments or voting rights please contact cfrnekerry@gmail. com.
WORDS TO THE WISE
‘Though we live in a world that dreams of ending that always seems about to give in something that will not acknowledge conclusion insists that we forever begin.’ - Brendan Kennelly.
LIXNAW
ST MICHAEL’S CHURCH
Mass Times: Monday 30th January at 7.30pm. Wednesday 1st February at 10.00am. Friday 3rd February at 7.30pm for Josie Phelan, (née Buckley), Clonmel & Derra, Listowel. Saturday 4th February at 7.30pm for John Ryan, Upper Tullig; Kenneth Naughton, Portrane, Dublin.
IRREMORE CHURCH: Mass times: Sunday 5th February at 11.00am for Patrick & Mary Curtin & their daughter Liz and Joe.
RATHEA CHURCH: Mass times: Sunday 5th February at 9.30am.
PARISH OFFICE: The Parish office is open from 11.00am – 2.00pm on Wednesdays. Tel. no. (066) 7132111.
LIXNAW CHRISTMAS LIGHTS
The Lixnaw Christmas Lights group wish to thank very sincerely everyone who contributed so much: the crew that erected the lights, the householders, Donal Browne, Seamus Stack and Kerry County Council for their generous funding.
LIXNAW CLUB LOTTO DRAW
Jackpot €9,850. Numbers drawn were: 3, 9, 23, 32. No jackpot winner. €20 winners: William McMahon, c/o Foley’s Shop; John Gleeson, Coolagown, Listowel; Mossie Collins, Abbeyfeale. Next draw will take place in Quilter’s Bar on Monday 30th of January. Jackpot €9,900.
LIXNAW COMMUNITY GAMES
Congratulations to the U.15 Boys Badminton team who won County Silver medals last Saturday in Moyvane. The team consisted of: Ryan Henderson,
Charlie Henderson, Thomas Keane, Donnacha Quilter, Mícheál Heaphy and Corey Heaphy. The boys played great in their matches and credit is due also to Coach, James O’Neill. As this is the first competition for 2023, hopefully, it will prove to be the start of a good year for Lixnaw Community Games and the parish. For all upcoming Community Games competitions, please refer to the Facebook page for regular updates.
LIXNAW GAA CLUB
SPLIT THE BUCKET DRAW: Congratulations to Mags Foley, Ballinclogher, on winning €112 in the Split the Bucket Draw. Next week’s draw will take place in the Lixnaw Chipper. Thanks for your continued support.
NATIONAL HURLING LEAGUE: Kerry begin their Division 2A campaign on this Saturday, February 4th when they play Derry in Celtic Park at 2pm. They will also be playing Carlow, Offaly, Kildare and Down in a very competitive group. We would like to wish all the Lixnaw players and the team all the best on Saturday.
AGM: The reconvened Annual General Meeting took place on Sunday afternoon and the names of all the officers elected for 2023 will be included in the notes next week
ST SENAN’S GAA CLUB LOTTO
Date 23/01/2023, Jackpot €7,700. There was no jackpot winner: numbers drawn were 10, 17, 19, 31. Lucky Dip €30 winners: Peter Lyons; Dan McCarthy. Lucky Dip €20 winners: Lisa McElligott; Michelle Moran; Michelle Moran. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5. Next week’s draw will take place at the Clubhouse Mountcoal, and Jackpot will be €7,800. Tickets are available at Kelly’s Six Crosses, The Halfway Bar, play online or from any Club Officer. Thank you for your continued support.
CONTACT
To include items in the Lixnaw notes, please email lixnawnotes@gmail.com by 10pm on Sunday evening.
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The Finuge U13 team that received their medals recently, presented by Kerry star Jason Foley. The team won County League Div 4, North Kerry A Championship and North Kerry League Div 1
The Finuge U15 team who recently received their County Féile Div 3 Winners medals, presented by Kerry Star Jason Foley
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In deep conversation while hoping to select a winner at the Kingdom Greyhound Stadium on Friday night were Donie Mulvihill from Ballylongford and Noel Mullins.
Photo Moss Joe Browne
Kacie and Caoimhe with their grandparents, Jean and Paudie Lynch, at Grandparents’ Day in Dromclough NS last week
Congratulations to Elaine O’Mahony and Carmel Hudson (collected by Ciara Hudson) who were recent lucky dip winners in the Presentation Secondary School Lotto
St. Michael’s College second year students completing a survey investigating learner experiences, an initiative aimed at looking at developing students as independent learners and improving educational outcomes for students Listowel Celtic U 10 girls who played Fenit Samphires at the weekend
Listowel Celtic U12 Premier who beat Iveragh 3-2 at the weekend
St. Michael’s College celebrated Catholic Schools’ Week 2023 with daily prayers each morning, displays and lessons celebrating the theme of Walking Together in Faith, as well as celebrating Mass on Thursday morning, led Fr. Declan in St. Mary’s Parish Church
LISTOWEL CELTIC
Draw 30/01/23 - Numbers drawn 10-14-24-28
Jackpot not won - Lucky Dip Winners
€40 Dermot Hughes, Willowbrook
€20 Thomas O’Connell c/o Shebeen
€20 Bridget O’Connor, Inchamore
€20 Sarah O’Sullivan c/o Joes
€20 Peter Stack, Ballylongford
Next Draw 06/02/23 at Kevins - Jackpot €5850
We have a busy weekend of fixtures coming up for the bank holiday weekend. Best of luck to all our teams in action this weekend.
Special mention to our under 13 boys. This team have reached the last 32 of the National cup and have secured a home game against Moyne Villa F.C from Galway. We wish Neilo Keane and his under 13 boys the very best of luck in this game. Come out and support the boys in Tanavalla, kick off 2 pm Saturday February 4th.
LIOS TUATHAIL AC
Well done to our university athletes for a strong performance at the IUAA indoors in Dublin.
Rebecca Falvey had a busy day competing for UL in the 200m, Long Jump and 4*200m Relay. Rebecca was part of the UL team that finished second overall.
Louis oConnell also representing UL competed in the 60m and 4*200m relay bring the team home to silver in the overall standings.
Padraic McCarthy competing in the WFD and shot putt representing MTU had a good day out against stiff competition.
Well done guys. Great to see your development.
All of our training groups are busy training at the present preparing for the upcoming indoors season across all age groups. We welcome anyone that want to come along and try athletics and see if they can run, jump or throw. Lios Tuathail AC training times are as follows:
Tuesday at 7pm, Sprints in St Michael’s.
Tuesday at 6.30pm middle distance in the Cows Lawn.
Friday at 7pm at An Riocht in Castleisland.
Sunday at 10.30 at county squads
Saturday 10am Little athletics (7-11 years) at St Michael’s school hall. Any new athletes wishing to join can contact club coach Brendan on 0872874184.
Fixtures
2nd Feb North Munster Cross Country, Limerick
4th Feb Track & Field Live Tour, Nenagh
12th Feb Munster Indoor Senior & Masters, Nenagh
18/19th Feb National Seniors, Dublin
BEALE GAA
Beale seniors got off to a dream start against Desmonds on Sunday with a goal in the opening minute in the first round of the North Kerry League, Division 1A. We then added a point to give us a 4-point cushion before our opponents settled into the game. Despite a good first half performance, we trailed by four points at the short whistle, 1-2 to 1-6. We found the net again early in the second half. However, our opponents took control in the closing quarter, and we lost out by 2-3 to 1-12.
Beale lined out as follows: Tommy O’Neill, Darragh Hanrahan, John Griffin, Andrew O’Connor, Daithí Toomey, Phillie Blake, Johnny O’Sullivan, Diarmuid O’Mahony, Fionnán Toomey, Seân Maloney, Callum McSweeney, Joe Finch, Tom Joy, Ger O’Gorman and Darragh Buckley. Substitutes: Neilus Mulvihill for Seân Maloney, Conor Toomey for Darragh Buckley, Niall Downey for Tom Joy, Aaron Kelly for Ger O’Gorman, Rory Mulvihill for John Griffin, Colm Carolan and Aaron Buckley.
This was the team’s first game under new manager, Kenneth Mannix. Kenneth has long been associated with coaching at under-age and minor level. We wish him and his management team, John Blake, Mike Purtill and Conor Liston all the best. Our next game is against Ballydonohue on Bank Holiday Monday at noon in Páirc de Staic. The following weekend, we host Duagh in Páirc de Staic.
The Beale Social takes place on Saturday, February 11th, in the Golf Club. Dinner 7.00pm sharp, followed by music and dance. Tickets, €40, available from John Hannan, Colm Kissane and The Railway. Medals will be presented to our Juniors, who made it a North Kerry double in 2022, winning the Intermediate Championship and the Division 4 League.
This week’s Beale Lotto took place on Sunday night in The Feale Bar. Numbers drawn were 21, 22, 23 and 30. The jackpot was not won and there were no Match-3 winners. Lucky Dip winners each receive €25: Mike Creed and Marie Kissane (online), Mary Creagh and Seân Farrell. Winner of 5 Free tickets was Jamesy Buckley.
Next week’s lotto jackpot is €2,650. Draw takes place in The Feale Bar on Sunday night at 9 o’clock. A huge ‘míle buíochas’ to everyone who supports and promotes the Beale Lotto. Tickets, €2 each or 3 for a fiver, may be bought
online and are available in Joyce’s Newsagents and in the local pubs. Terms and conditions on tickets and social media pages.
Beale GAA extend best wishes to Ian Blake who has taken over as manager of Ballymacelligott GAA team. Ian had managed Beale GAA seniors for the past five years. It is a huge step up from managing County League, Division 4 side, Beale, to the County’s top division. We wish him well in his new appointment.
BALLYBUNION GOLF CLUB
Mixed Competition – Cashen Course - Saturday 28th January 2023
1st Frank Dore, Gerard Rowan, Mossie O’Callaghan, Mary Hickey Keane (8.1) 37.9
2nd Vincent Moloney, Mags O’Sullivan, Maureen Culhane, Sean J Healy (7.9) 40.1
3rd Kevin W Barry, Des Molyneaux, Eithne O’Halloran Jeanelle Griffin (8.7) 40.3
Men’s Singles– Cashen Course– Sunday 29th January 2023
1st Maurice McAuliffe 19), Pat McLoughlin (19), Maurice O’Connell (19) Gerry Murray (20) 70pts
2nd Kevin W Barry (9), Michael J McCarthy (16), Paul Morkan (10) John Bambury (13) 68pts
3rd Barry Kinsella (16), John Kinsella (13), James Fogarty (18), Philip Byrne (12) 67pts
Sunday 5th Feb – Men’s Spring League Fourball Competition Stableford Rd1
Ladies Voucher Competition – Cashen Course – Tuesday 24th January 2023
1st Jeanelle Griffin H cap 33 39 pts
2nd Bernie Moloney H cap 23 33 pts
Saturday 4th February 2023 – Women’s Christmas (Rescheduled) Sponsored by Doolan Painting Contractors – Old Course
Tuesday 7th February 2023 – Ladies Voucher Competition – Old Course
Senior Mens Competition – Thursday 26th January 2023 – Cashen Course
1st. Michael Barry (19) 32+3 35pts. B5-15.
2nd. Martin Lucey (18) 38-3 35pts. B5-12.
3rd. Pat Costello (22) 33+2 35pts. B5-11.
Gross. Des O’Donnell 24pts.
4th. Brendan Daly (10) 31+3 34pts. B5-10.
5th. John A Culhane (17) 39-6 33pts. B-16.
V. Pat McLoughlin (19) 32-4 28pts. B5-9.
S.V. Joe Costello (23) 25+2 27pts. B5-10.
S.S.V. Finbarr O’Keeffe (27) 23+4 27pts. B5-8.
Senior Ladies Competition – Friday 27th January 2023 – Cashen Course
1st Eileen Daly (22) 23pts
2nd June Hayes (19) 23pts
3rd Muireann O’Sullivan (25) 22pts
Fixtures: Friday 3rd February 2023 - Senior Ladies Competition – Old Course
MOYVANE GAA
National Club Draw: The players are currently selling tickets for the National Club Draw. Tickets costs €10 and they are some fabulous prizes available. More details to follow.
Membership: Club members is now open for 2023 and is available from any committee member. The cost is €40 for players and €20 for student players and ordinary membership.
Moyvane Vs Asdee: Moyvane senior team will be playing Asdee seniors in the North Kerry Senior League this Sunday 5th of February at 12pm in Asdee. We are wishing them the very best of luck!
Lotto Result 29/01/2023 - Numbers 5, 10, 19, 27
No Winner - Lucky Dips
Owen O’Flaherty: Online. Aine Sweeney: Online
Noel Stack: Moyvane. Elanor Moran: c/o Liz. Mike Collins: Glin Rd, Moyvane
Next Week Jackpot €5,700 and will take place in Speedy’s Bar Monday 6th February @8.30pm.
ST. SENANS GAA
St Senans GAA Club lotto draw at the clubhouse Mountcoal on Monday 30/01/2023 at 19:30h. Jackpot €7,800, Not Won.
Numbers Drawn, 3,14,25,30 - Lucky dip:
€30 each: Tom Mc Carthy Duagh, Thomas O Connell Tournageehy.
€20 each: Mary Greaney, Kieran & Anne Rohan, Denis & Margaret Kennelly
Next week’s Jackpot 7,900
Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5
Tickets available at Kelly’s Six Crosses, Halfway Bar, or Play online.
Thank you for your continued support.
First round of North Kerry senior league against Listowel Emmets ended in a draw of a score line of 1-9 to 2-6. Second round takes place this weekend away to Ballyduff on Sunday the 5th of February 2022. Please come and support.
DUAGH GAA
No winner of the jackpot of €11,500 - Numbers drawn 13, 20, 23, 28
€50 Mike O Connell Foildarrig
€30 Eimar Butler Ballybunion
€20 Aoibhe O Brien Listowel
€20 Tracy & Stephen Moran lyre
€20 Steven O Connor Village
Sellers Prize Tim Quirke.
Match 3 draw entrants Tom O Connor Lyre and Aidan Behan C/o Jim’s.
Next weeks jackpot €11,600 with draw Tue night at Jim’s at 9.30pm
Thank you all for your continued support. Tickets available from usual sellers Jim’s Bar, O Briens Bar , Jim Goulds, O Connor Hardware, Watsons, Sheehy Insulation and online at www.klubfunder.com
FINUGE GAA
AGM: The club AGM went ahead last Sunday evening. A list of the elected officers will be circulated on social media in the coming days. Thank you to all the officers and members who attended. 2022 was a busy year for the club with plenty of action on the field and the completion of the biggest yet club fundraiser off the field! Best of luck to all the incoming officers for the year ahead.
SENIOR: The North Kerry league kicked off last weekend with a home game against Ballyduff. This was the first game of the year for our lads while Ballyduff had the benefit of a 2022 relegation playoff the previous weekend. Final result Finuge; 1-05 Ballyduff 2-12. Next up is round two and our neighbours Listowel on Sunday the 19th of February, in Finuge.
MINOR: The group teams for our Minor team county league includes Beaufort, Castlegregory, Gneeveguilla, Knock/Brosna, Renard/St Marys. The action is slated to throw in on Saturday 18th of February.
SCÓR NA NÓG: The North Kerry finals of Scór na nÓg will take place on Sunday 12th of March. Anyone interested in entering must contact Verona MacKessy soon as possible.
NEW PLAYING MEMBERS: As the various underage teams are starting to return to training and playing action, please feel free to reach out if you have children that would be interested in playing football. New players are always welcome in our club!
KERRY LADIES: Well done to the Kerry Ladies who made it two wins from two last weekend with an away win against Mayo. We are represented by our club players Niamh Carmody, Louise Galvin, Caitriona Dillon and Patrice Diggins of Finuge/St Senans.
KERRY MASTERS: If you are turning 40 this year and don’t want to pack in playing football just yet, then Kerry Master might be for you! This got off the a very successful start last year and the team are looking to build on that - and have a little fun too! Check it out on social media.
BALLYLONGFORD GAA
North Kerry Senior League Div 2 Rd 1 - Ballylongford v Asdee
Date: Sunday 29th January 2023 - Time: 12 Noon
Venue: O’Rahilly Park Ballylongford
As a mark of respect a minute silence was observed by everyone in attendance at the game in O’Rahilly Park Ballylongford today for Billy Enright RIP, Ar dheis Dé go raibh a Anam dílis. Ballylongford had a brilliant game at home to Asdee in O’Rahilly Park on Sunday morning with the stand and hill packed out with our members, friends, and neighbour’s who were guaranteed to see a thrilling game of football being played between the two parish teams.
Ballylongford opened up the game in the first ten minutes with some outstanding football being played by Ciaran Dowd who took advantage of a break-through in the Asdee defence passing on the ball to Tom Doherty who then fired the ball into the back of the net to score the opening goal of the game. Asdee responded from a point scored by Martin Collins. Ballylongfords Jeremiah Tydings, Padraig O’Neill, and Jack Mulvihill kept on the pressure with Michael Holly Scoring a point, Asdee replied in kind with a point from Paul O’Carroll. Ballylongfords Matt O’Connor and Ciaran O’Connor wasted no time in pushing up the ball with Tadgh McEllistrem scoring a great point from play, Paddy O’Neill was also pushing forward and scored an impressive point, Asdee responded with another point keeping on the pressure and as the first half was ending, Michael Holly who was enjoying a great game scored a well-earned goal. Half Time Score: Ballylongford 2.05pts v Asdee 0.4pts
Ballylongford started off the game in the second half with a point coming from Michael Holly and Asdee looked set to make a comeback with a goal five minutes later, Ballylongford managed to retain possession with Ciaran O’Connor scoring two successive points from frees, Kenneth Tydings was in great form and made some important defensive saves that helped Ballylongford keep
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up the momentum of play, Oran O’Neill and Pa Carmody were both playing some great football throughout the game and Sean Hanrahan piled on more pressure by scoring a with a well-played point, Padraig O Neill was also having a good game firing the ball in between the poles, and Conor Carmody kept the Asdee defence busy and was denied a potential goal-scoring opportunity. Asdee played some very competitive football throughout the whole of the game and made numerous efforts to add more points to the scoreboard, but Ballylongfords input of fresh players Bryan Murphy, Niall Heaphy, Paul Murphy, Liam Connolly, and Victor Flahive enabled Ballylongford to keep driving forward and with the additional combined footballing skills coming from Bryan Murphy and Niall Heaphy these added even more challenges to Asdee and the strong performance of tactical football being played by Paul Murphy, Liam Connolly, and Victor Flahive contributed to a Ballylongford victory in the final ending of an exciting game.
Full-Time Score: Ballylongford 2.10 v Asdee 1.5
Team: 1. Kenneth Tydings 2. Pa Carmody 3. Sean Hanrahan (1pt) 4. Oran O’Neill 5. Padraig O’Neill (1pt) 6. Tadgh McEllistrem (1pt) 7. Conor Carmody
8. Matt O’Connor 9. Jack Mulvihill, 10. Tom Doherty (1gl,1pt), 11. Jeremiah Tydings 12. Paddy O’Neill (1pt) 13. Ciaran Dowd 14. Ciaran O’Connor (2 pts) 15. Michael Holly (1gl 3pts). Subs: 20. Bryan Murphy for Ciaran Dowd, 19. Niall Heaphy for Paddy O’Neill, 18. Paul Murphy for Jeremiah Tydings, 17. Liam Connolly for Michael Holly, 16. Victor Flahive for Jack Mulvihill, 21. Jason Deegan, 22. Liam Mulvihill, 23. Michael Lynch and 24. Christopher O’Donoghue.
Management Team: Eamon McElligott, Nelius O’Connor, Paudie Moroney, PRO: Tom Carmody. A special word of thanks is mentioned to all the Club Officers, Members, and Volunteers who help to keep the facilities and grounds in excellent condition, without their continued support behind the scenes, these games could not be hosted & enjoyed by everyone who attended – Well done!!
Ballylongford GAA Club AGM 2023
The Annual General Meeting of Ballylongford GAA Club took place on Friday 13th January 2023 at the club hall and was attended by a large number of members.
Prior to the AGM meeting getting underway, there was a three-minute silence observed for all who had suffered bereavements during the past year. Everyone was welcomed to the meeting and Chairman, Secretary, and Treasurer provided detailed reports to all present.
The following Ballylongford GAA club officers were elected for 2023:
President: Alan Kennelly Snr
Vice President: Priest of the parish Fr Hussey
Chairman: John Joe Walsh | Vice Chairman: Pat Kennelly
Secretary: Caroline O’Connor
Treasurer: Niall Heaphy | Assistant Treasurer: Paudie Moroney
PRO: Tom Carmody | Registrar: Alan Kennelly Jnr
Children’s Officer: Sean Lynch | Coaching Officer: Jim O Carroll Club development officer: Hughie Dineen | Scor Officer: Noel Fennell County Board Delegate: John Joe Walsh
North Kerry Board Delegates: Caroline O’Connor, John McEnery. Shannon Rangers Delegate: Tim McEllistrem
MEMBERSHIP. Membership of the Club is now open so anybody who would like to take out membership can do so by contacting any of the Club Officers for more details. It is important to note that Membership of the Club will close on Friday, March 31st and this will be strictly adhered to. Only fully paid-up members will be in line for any match tickets that the Club may acquire.
LOTTO RESULTS
Our Weekly Lotto draw was Saturday 28th January 2023@ GAA Grounds
Jackpto €3,650 - Numbers Drawn: 9 - 12 - 26 - 29
No Winner - Lucky Dips
€20: Dan Dalton, Online
€20: John Neville
€20: Theresa Sheehy, Clounamon
€20: George McNamara, Ahanagran
3 x Free tickets: Sean & Aidan O Connor, Ahanagran
Our next Lotto draw will take place on Saturday 4th February with a Jackpot of €3,700
Tickets can be purchased from our local ticket sellers, Heaphy’s Centra and Online by clicking on link below.
https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=2338#Anchor
Thanks for your continued Support
BALLYDONOGHUE GAA
Lotto Draw results: The numbers drawn for Friday 27th January 2023, were as follows, 10 21, 26, 27. The Jackpot was €2,800 and there was no jackpot winner. The following won 30 euro lucky dips: Tadhg Carr - Online. Kathy O’ Connor - Online. Stephen Keane - Knockenagh. Jack Houlihan - c/o Eddie. Emma Enright - Dromlought.
The following won three free tickets:
Ferdia O’ Halloran - Online. John O’Donoghue - Bedford. Liam Walsh - Guhard. Next Jackpot will be €2,800 and it will take place at the clubhouse on Friday 27th January 2023.
GET YOUR WALKING SHOES ON:
Ireland Lights Up: Ireland Lights up continues every Monday until 6th March inclusive. Beginning @ 7.30 - 8-30 the lights will be on in Coolard, Ballydono -
ghue GAA Club. Everyone Welcome.
Steps Challenge: Every Step Counts Irish Life
Every step counts started 11th January and continues to 15th February. All details and link on how to set up app and fitness trackers on Facebook Page. We would encourage everybody to sign up and make sure to nominate “ Ballydonoghue GAA Club” as your club. Regardless of how many steps a person takes, they will all add up and we could win €2500 worth of equipment for our club and have fun and get fit all at the same time. We need to hit 4,000km to be entered in the draw at the moment were half ways there so let’s get walking and hit our our target.
National Club draw tickets: The tickets can be bought from any club official. Great prizes including a Car. All the money collected from tickets goes back into Ballydonoghue Gaa Club. Tickets cost 10 Euro each.
North Kerry League: First round of the North Kerry league started Sunday 29th January. Ballydonoghue v Duagh in Duagh. The final score was Ballydonoghue 0-7 to Duagh 0-10. The team lined out as follows; Cian O’Mahony, Mike Gogarty, Tommy Kennelly (0-1) Connor Kennelly, Liam Guiney, Billy Foley(Captain) Declan Behan, Tadhg O’Carroll, Brian O’ Seanacháin(Brendán O’ Neill), Jack Sheehy(Cian Sheehy), Jack Kennelly(Mikey Nolan), Stephen Foley(Kieran Foley), Paudie Lyons(0-5) Jack Behan, Jamie Keane(Robbie Foley (0-1), Kevin O’Donnell, Sean Mahony, Diarmuid Behan, James Donegan, Stephen Lonergan, David Lynch, Gearóid Kissane.
North Kerry League: Division 1A Round 2 Ballydonoghue v Beale on Bank Holiday Monday February 6th @ 12 noon in Beale.
KNOCKANURE GAA
Lotto Results from Tuesday 24th January Jackpot was €7,400 - Numbers Drawn: 3, 9, 20, 32 No winner but lucky dips went to:
1. Ann Stack, c/o Teresa Collins
2. Rose Costello, Kilmorna
3. John Looney, Rea, Kilmorna
4. Jacko Connor, Moyvane
5. Lily Moore, Tralee
Next draw will be on next Tuesday 31st January in the clubhouse and jackpot will be €7,500. All are welcome!
ASDEE GAA
North Kerry Senior league Division 2. Round 1 Ballylongford 2-10 Asdee 1-5
O’Rahilly Park Ballylongford was the setting for this latest clash of these great rivals and fellow parishioners; but before proceedings got underway a minute’s silence was observed for the late Billy Enright synonymous with GAA within the County. In recent meetings Bally have held the upper hand in these derby clashes and continued to do so on this occasion. Certainly, the football season came that bit early for Asdee as they were down 7 first team players out with injuries and other commitments. However there can be no excuses as on the day Bally were full value for this latest clash; but in fairness Asdee did put in a good shift and the most encouraging part of the day and special mention must go to our 3 newcomers to senior football, Patrick Mulvihill, John Hannon and John Daly who all impressed in the presence of the more seasoned opposing players. The game itself was never in doubt and Bally bossed the game all through got some fine scores and gifted two goals by a hesitant Asdee rear-guard and Thomas Doherty and Michael Holly were quick to pounce. On the other hand, the visitors were never able to get the necessary scores when presented. Michael Holly was a constant threat near goals and scorer of 1-3. Both John Doran at midfield was a colossal and the fast-thinkingEoin Kennedy man caused plenty anxious moments and at the break Bally led 2-5 to 0-5. On the restart Asdee had their moments but once again were shy when it came to scoring and a poor return of 1-1 with the point coming in the last kick of the game was the sum total of their second half contribution. Asdee’s goal came in the 5th minute of the second half when Cyril Dineen collected and the inrushing Shay Doran billowed the net from close range. Ciaran O Connor, Sean Hanrahan and Padraig O Neill finished the home team’s total. Never a classic and as derby clashes go it was a tame affair but one could see the tension in their endeavours to put one over on one another. John Ross was as usual a very capable official but his job was made that much easier as both teams played the game as it should. Teams and scorers; Asdee; James Kelly, Con Carmody, Martin Collins,1pt, John Daly, Shea Doran, 1gl, Sean Keane, Patrick Mulvihill, John Doran, 1pt, Stephen Lynch, Paul O Carroll, 2pts, Eoin Kennedy 1pt, Jack Hannon, Cyril Dineen, Michael Walsh, Brian Coughlan.
Membership of the Club is now open so anybody who would like to take out membership and can do so by contacting Club Registrar, Kevin Mulvihill, Adults €30, Senior Citizens and Under Age €10. It is important to note that Membership of the Club will close on Friday March 31st and this will be strictly adhered to.
GOLDEN GOAL, Week 1 winners of the Golden Goal; (Kerry v Donegal) was; Mick Rea, Anaghran, Ballylongford, Emma Doherty, C/O Paul O Carroll, Kilcolman and Cork, Tim O Connor, Listowel. which is in conjunction with upcoming
Fixtures in both National Football and Hurling League and Championship. (Televised games) Each winner will receive €40.SALE Tickets are available and will be on sale each week for the duration of the National League and Championship from Club members and at the usual outlets; “Jack Jays” Bar, Club Officers; Patsy Coughlan. Kevin Mulvihill and John Joe O Carroll at €2 each with prizemoney E40 to be given out each week to the winning number which corresponds with the first goal scored. A no goal entry is also included. Payment options; 5 weeks €10, 10 weeks €20, and 27 weeks €50. Weekly cut off time for entry is Friday, 8pm.
CLOUNMACON GAA
Lotto Results - 19/01/2023 - No winner of Jackpot €7800
Numbers drawn: 4-8-26-29. Lucky Dips
€50 Olive Keane, Moyvane
€30 Kenneth Sweeney, O’Connell’s Ave. Listowel
€20 Cathal Stack, Aughrim, Moyvane
€20 Ann O’Sullivan, Kilmorna
26/01/2023 - No winner of Jackpot Є7900 - Numbers drawn: 7-8-11-19
Lucky Dips
€50 Myra Lynch, Bedford, Listowel
€30 Billy & Joan Moloney, Moyvane
€20 Dara Costello, Saddle Bar
€20 Mike Collins, c/o Clounmacon Gaa
AGM
The following were elected at the recent AGM held @ the clubroom in Pairc na Gael
Patron: Fr. Sean Sheehy. President: Monty Leahy
Vice Presidents: Tim Buckley, Anthony Scanlon, Tom Murphy, Bobby Buckley
Chairman: Seamus Toomey. Vice Chair: Tim Buckley
Secretary: Mike Collins. Asst. Secretary: TBC
PRO: John Walsh. Asst. PRO: TBC
Treasurer: John O’Sullivan. Asst. Treasurer: Diarmuid Carmody
Safety Officer: Brian Carty
N.K.B delegates: Mike Sheehy, Mary Brophy
County Bd. Del: Tom O’Sullivan
Dev Officer: Mike Dalton. Scor/Cul Officer: TBC
Children’s Officer: Erin Finucane. Well Being Officer: Tom Barry
Alcohol Abuse Officer: Fintan McEnery
Player Liaison: Mike Horgan. Social Media Prot: Brian Greaney
Referees: Brendan Griffin, Pat Sheehy, Tom O’Sullivan
LENAMORE ROVERS
Fundraising Raffle Results. Big thanks to everybody who supported our draw. 1st Ava Kearney c/o Adam Kearney. Two nights stay at the Great National Hotel Ballina in Mayo for two people including breakfast and dinner on an evening of your choice.
2nd Cyril Flynn. A ton of timber logs sponsored by Paidi C Connor, B’longford. 3rd Deirdre O Brien lixnaw, €100 Car service by Lynch’s Garage, Ballylongford.
4rd Brian O Callaghan, Listowel Arms. €50 car Valet by Hogan Cars. Moyvane. 5th Patrick Higgins Ballylongford, €50 Voucher for Kennelly’s Hardware, Moyvane.
Saturday Night Fixture: Ardfert 5 - 2 Lenamore B
Team: Mikey Nolan, Liam McCarthy, Eamon Leahy, Kieran Swan, Robbie Foley, Oisin Ferris, Cian Mahony, Mitch Foley, Conor Hogan, Michael Lynch, Wayne Hayes. Subs: Sean Mahony, Donal Leahy. Manager: Donal Leahy
NORTH KERRY GAA
A Night of Celebration:
A great night was had on Saturday night last in the Listowel Arms hotel were the North Kerry Minor county championship team were honoured, were special guest Darragh O Se advised the players to build and push on and raise the bar for the year ahead. Jason Foley sent a special message to the players telling them that he looked forward to sometime in the future soldiering with them with Kerry. Sean Walsh also gave a few words and M.C. for the night secretary P.J. Mulvihill welcomed all on the night and thanked so many for coming to support the event. On behalf of the Board Chairwoman Mairead O Sullivan made a presentation to Conor O’Neil representative of the management and thanked the sponsors of our teams and player development program. We all look forward now to the year ahead.
Results - North Kerry Senior Leagues 2023
Sponsored by McCarthy Insurance Group
Division 1 A Round 1
Duagh 0.10 v Ballydonoghue 0.07 | Beale 2.03 v Desmonds 1.12
Division 1 B Round 1
St Senans 2.06 v Listowel Emmets 1.09 | Finuge 1.05 v Ballyduff 2.12
Division 2 Round 1
Ballylongford 2.10 v Asdee 1.05 | Knocknagoshel 1.16 v Tarbert 1.16
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UNFAILING NOVENA TO ST. ANTHONY
“Blessed be God in His Angels and in His Saints”
O Holy St. Anthony, gentlest of Saints, your love for God and Charity for His creatures, made you worthy, when on earth, to possess miraculous powers. Miracles waited on your word, which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble and anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore you to obtain for me (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle, even so, you are the Saint of Miracles. O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms; and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Amen. In Thanksgiving. AOC
THE MIRACLE PRAYER
Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked many favours.
This time I ask you this special one, (mention favour). Take it dear heart of Jesus and place it within your heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your own favour not mine. Amen.
Say this prayer three times for three days and your favour will be granted. Never been known to fail. Must promise publication of prayer. AOC
HOLY CLOAK OF ST. JOSEPH
The Holy Cloak 30 day Novena is a powerful invoking of St. Joseph’s Patronage and intercession. A remedy to countless impossible difficulties. What a promise St. Teresa makes when she says: whatever you ask of St. Joseph you shall receive. A priest recommended praying the 30 day Novena in honour of St. Joseph’s Holy Cloak at a time of serious challenge. Deliverance from that situation ensued. The Propagation of this Novena Prayer Booklet is a gesture of Thanksgiving to St. Joseph.
It is significant for Ireland and the World that Saint Joseph came with Mary in the 1879 Apparition in Knock. To obtain a copy of this booklet please phone 094 9375993. Also you can find it on the internet. M.F.
We were chatting about the carry on in the Dáil last week. The sustained criticism and the incessant condemnation by the opposition parties of Pascal O Donoghue reminded me of a pack of jackals targeting, stalking, isolating, pursuing and destroying their prey. It was ugly and such a waste of time and resources that should otherwise be spent getting on with governing our country. Of course no one is denying that we need accountability and transparency from our elected representatives. That’s a given. But a week later as discrepancies in the accounts of the opposition parties came to light one wise journalist said what we all thought...
“People in glass houses shouldn’t throw stones. “
According to holy Scripture in Romans 3:10 l read... “none is righteousness, no, not one.”
And Proverbs 26:12 goes a step further by telling me “Do you see a man who is righteous in his own eyes? There is more hope for a fool than for him. “ Aggressive behaviour, self-righteousness, anger and violence is very much to the way of the world today
PRAYER TO SAINT PEREGRINE
O great St. Peregrine, you have been called ‘The Mighty, ‘ ‘The Wonder-Worker, ‘ because of the numerous miracles which you have obtained from God for those who have had recourse to you, you who for so many years bore in your own flesh this cancerous disease that destroys the very fibre of our being, and who had recourse to the source of all grace when the power of man could do no more. You were favoured with the vision of Jesus coming down from His Cross to heal your affliction. Ask of God and Our Lady, the cure of the sick whom we entrust to you.
(Pause here and silently recall the names of the sick for whom you are praying)
Aided in this way by your powerful intercession, we shall sing to God, now and for all eternity, a song of gratitude for His great goodness and mercy. Amen. M.F.
PRAYER FOR SAFE DELIVERY
O Great Saint Gerard, beloved servant of Jesus Christ, perfect imitator of thy meek and humble Savious, a devoted Child of the Mother of God: enkindle within my heart one spark of that heavenly fire of charity which glowed in thine and made thee a seraph of love.
O glorious Saint Gerard, becaise when falsely accused of crime, thou didst bear, like thy Divine Master, without murmur or complaint, the calumnies of wiked men, thou hast been raised up by God the Patron and Protector of expectant mothers. Preserve me from danger and from the excessive pains accompanying childbirth, and shield the child which I now carry, that it may see the light of day and receive the lustral waters of baptism through Jesus Christ our Lord. M.F.
The Word of God in James 1:19 tells us “....beloved brethren, let every person be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires.”.
We also read in Proverbs 15:1 that “A gentle answer turns away wrath.”
Everyone has heard of the Golden Rule in Matthew 7:12 “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.”
And again, in Romans 12:17 we are told “Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone.”
And it goes on 12:18 “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.” And finally in verse 19 we are very clearly told “Do not take revenge, my dear friends but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: “it is Mine to avenge, I will repay” says the Lord. “ Sobering words for all of us.
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THE MIRACLE PRAYER
Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked many favours.
This time I ask you this special one, (mention favour). Take it dear heart of Jesus and place it within your heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your own favour not mine. Amen.
Say this prayer three times for three days and your favour will be granted. Never been known to fail. Must promise publication of prayer. JC
OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL
Oh, most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven.
Blessed Mother of the Son of God; Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. Oh, Star of the Sea, help me and show me you are my Mother. Oh, Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succour me in my necessity
(Mention your request here)
There are none that can withstand your power. Oh, Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times). Sweet Mother, I place this cause in your hands (3 times). Amen
This prayer is never known to fail. It is to be said for 3 consecutive days. Publication on granting of the favour must be promised and done. T.C.
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