Parish Newsletter- 29th June 2025
| Mass times for the week ahead | MASS INTENTIONS |
|---|---|
| Saturday 28th June @7.00pm Clara | Keith Dignam (Month’s Mind). Sean Sheridan (Month’s Mind) |
| Sunday 29th June @10.00am Horseleap | Joe Coghlan. Patrick, Alice & deceased of Reilly family. John, Lily & Maura Casey. |
| Sunday 29th June @11.30am Clara | Thomas & Ricky Cornally. Fr. Paddy Keary. |
| Tuesday 1st July @7.30pm Clara | St. Oliver Plunkett Thomas & Josephine Robbins. |
| Wednesday 2nd July @7.30pm Clara | No Intention. |
| Thursday 3rd July @10.00am Clara | St. Thomas, Apostle No Intention. |
| FIRST FRIDAY Friday 4th July @10.00am Clara | St. Elizabeth of Portugal Mass for all on the parish list of the Dead. |
| Saturday 5th July @10.00am Clara | St. Anthony M. Zaccaria. No Intention. |
| Saturday 5th July @7.00pm Clara | Liz Hughes. John Guilfoyle. John, Annie & deceased of Rock family. |
| Sunday 6th July @10.00am Horseleap | John Curran. Douglas, Maura & Allen Henderson. |
| Sunday 6th July @11.30am Clara | Sr. Camillius & deceased of Boland family. Donal, Sean, Dan & May Rabbette. |
Adoration of the Blessed Eucharist
CLARA: Monday & Friday – 5.00pm-6.00pm
CLARA: Tuesday & Wednesday – after 7.30pm Mass to 9.00pm.
HORSELEAP: Tuesday – 7.00pm-9.00pm
All are welcome!
Come and find peace in the Lord.
Who Do You Say That I Am…
Today, the Church celebrates the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul—two pillars of our faith. In the Gospel, Jesus asked His disciples: “Who do people say that the Son of Man is?” They gave different answers—some said John the Baptist, others Elijah or one of the prophets. But then Jesus asked a more personal question: “But who do you say that I am?” Simon Peter replied with deep conviction: “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” Jesus blessed him in return and affirmed that this truth was revealed to him by the Father. Saint Paul had a different path. He did not walk with Jesus during His earthly ministry, but after encountering Him on the road to Damascus, his life was radically transformed. From being a persecutor of Christians, he became Christ’s most passionate missionary. His zeal for spreading the Gospel remains unmatched even today. Saint Paul allowed Jesus to move in his life so powerfully that he became a voice of Christ to the nations. He used his education and gifts to author many of the letters we now read in the New Testament—words that continue to inspire and guide the Church. Are we also allowing Jesus to work through us? Are we letting Him use our gifts, our knowledge, and our lives to help others know Him more? If Jesus were to look into your heart right now and ask: “Who do you say that I am?” Would you be able to respond with deep faith, love, and conviction??
Collections 21st/22nd June- Development Fund: €1,225; Plate: €620; Offerings: €10.
Thank You Very Much!
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This weekend, the Church celebrates the Feast of Saints Peter and Paul, and on this occasion, the traditional Peter’s Pence collection takes place. This is a concrete way to support the Holy Father in his mission of service to the universal Church. Peter’s Pence is a gesture of communion and participation in the Pope’s mission to proclaim the Gospel, promote peace, and spread Christian charity.
Clara Town Band presents an evening of beautiful music in the peaceful setting of St. Brigid’s Church, Clara on Wednesday 2nd July at 8.00pm. Free Admission, all are welcome.
Young Adults (18-40yrs) Summer RETREAT Saturday 12th July 10.00am – 5.30pm at Dalgan Park, Navan. Friendship in the faith, Prayer, Holy Mass, Inspiring Talks, Eucharistic Adoration, confession and personal chat if desired. Cost:€20. Contact: Sr Úna (090) 648 1666 or Michael: (086) 245 3123 email:
Meath Diocese Pilgrimage to Knock Sunday 10th August. Commencing at 2.00pm.
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Jubilee Prayer
Father in heaven, may the faith you have given us in your son, Jesus Christ, our brother, and the flame of charity enkindled in our hearts by the Holy Spirit, reawaken in us the blessed hope for the coming of your Kingdom.
Amen
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