Lough Derg Wednesday 25th
September. A day dedicated to anyone who has been affected by suicide, including those who
minister and provide support. It is a guided day with three expert speakers as well as
time for peaceful reflection and prayer on the Island. Booking essential, contact Maureen
071 9861518/028 68632391 or email <info@loughderg.org>. Full details on <www.loughderg.org>
Harvest Festival Bree
Parish extends congratulations to the organising committee for the wonderful weekend of
entertainment and activities enjoyed by locals and visitors as part of the Harvest
Festival & “The Gathering” that took place over last weekend.
Choir The parish choir will
commence preparations for Christmas on Tues, October 1.
Anyone who would like to be part of the Christmas Choir is welcome—all
that is sought is a commitment to 12 rehearsals! “Thank-you”
to all involved in the Harvest Festival concert!
Bree
CEP Vacancies—2013/14 Project Applications are now being taken for
the 2013/14 Bree Community Employment Project. Applications
for positions such as General Maintenance, Community Centre Workers, Care of the Elderly
and Childcare Assistants are being sought. Full details of all vacancies can be accessed
on www.jobsireland.ie. Applicants should be
registered with FAS and Garda Vetting is required for some positions. To apply please contact the local office in Abbey
Square. Contact Elaine in the CEP office for
further information—053 9247613. FAS/DSP
qualifying criteria applies. The project
covers the areas of Bree, Galbally, Ballyhogue and Glynn.
Bree
Youth Club News The first senior disco of the 2013/14 club year will be held
on Friday 4th October in Taghmon Hall. As usual all those wishing to attend must
sign up and pay in advance. The cost is €10 and this includes admission to the
disco and transport to and from the venue. Sign up for the disco is on the next club
night which is Friday 20th September.
Guitar
Lessons Commencing shortly on Monday
evenings - if interested please contact Kevin at 086 2237819.
Bree
Parish Journal Preparations are under way for this year’s edition of Bree
Parish Journal. All clubs and organisations in the parish are asked to have a report of
their activities over the past two years ready by the end of Sept. The committee is also
looking for photographs particularly of groups of people from times past as well as items
suitable for publication pertaining to places or people of the area including notable
family celebrations. All items to be advised to Jim and Clare Doyle, Garranstackle. Phone
053-9247706 or email jamcsdoyle@eircom.net
Bree
Parents Association News Bree Parents Association will hold their AGM on October
3rd 2013 at 8.00 p.m. in the Bree Hall. All
parents of the school are invited to attend. The election of a new Parents Association
committee will be held on the night, so come along and cast your vote and meet other
parents for a cuppa after the meeting. We
would like to take this opportunity to remember and pay tribute to our late Chairperson
Catherine Rodgers. We would like to remember her dedication and hard work which was
instrumental in the foundation of Bree Parent’s Association. She gave so generously
with her time and spirit to her friends and community and set an example to us all with
her warmth and wisdom. A friend and colleague, may she rest in peace. Our thoughts are with her husband Mark and all her
family. Bree Parents Associaton are hold a Used
Clothing Collection on Thursday 17th October. Bags can be dropped off in the
Community Hall on the evening of Wednesday 16th between 6.30 - 8.00. Also on the morning
of Thursday 17th October between 8.30 and 10.00. We would like to thank everyone for their
continued support. For more information on items that can be collected please see our
Facebook page: breeparentsassociation.
Childrens
Art Classes Childrens Art Classes commence in Bree Community Centre for boys
and girls aged 6 to 12 years on Tuesday October 8th running for 10 weeks. Classes run from 3.15 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. All art material is supplied at a cost of €80
– paid over the 10 weeks. For more
information or to book a place for your child in the classes contact Sinead Ryan at 087
2384779 (Graduate of NCAD)
5th Annual Walk In Aid of Hope
Centre The 5th Annual Walk
in aid of the Hope Centre, Enniscorthy takes place on the 6th of October at 2p.m.
Starting from Anna Furlongs Hair Salon 53 South Street, New Ross, heading out Cherry's
Road turning right at Mannions Pub, heading towards Tesco, down the Wexford Road and
finishing back at the salon. Refreshments
afterwards in the Theatre Tavern. Donations on
the day but sponsorship cards are available. For
further information please contact the salon on 051-421287.
Hope Cancer Support Centre The Hope Cancer Support Centre in
Enniscorthy will be holding their annual ‘Candle of Hope’ Ecumenical Service in
St. Aidan’s Cathedral, Enniscorthy on Friday November 1st 2013 at 7pm.
We would like to invite all those who have been touched by cancer (or other
illnesses) to join us at this special ceremony of Light and Hope. Even if you are
unable to join us, you can, along with many others, still partake by lighting your own
candle at 7pm. Candles €3 are available
from Hope Cancer Support Centre and the Hope Charity Shop in Enniscorthy and other outlets
throughout the county and at the Cathedral on the night of the service.
Volunteers are required for the
distribution of candles throughout County Wexford for our annual Candle of Hope Ecumenical
Service on November 1st in St. Aidan’s Cathedral Enniscorthy. Please
contact Denise at the Hope Cancer Support Centre in Enniscorthy on 053 9238555. Many
thanks.
Flower
Festival – Thankyou The parishioners of St John’s Church, Clonmore would like to
thank everyone for their wonderful support of our flower festival. |