Parish Newsletter- 12th July 2026
| Mass times for the week ahead | MASS INTENTIONS |
|---|---|
| Saturday 11th July @7.00pm Clara | Liz Hughes. Romaine Newman. Larry Maher. |
| Sunday 12th July @10.00am Horseleap | Douglas, Maura & Alan Henderson. |
| Sunday 12th July @11.30am Clara | Kevin Cornally. Noel Delaney. Patricia Parker. Madge Hall. Seamus, Moll & Mary Doherty. Andrew & Bridget Cunningham. Ken Smollen. |
| Tuesday 14th July @7.30pm Clara | St. Camillus de Lellis Ann Maher & deceased of Digan family. |
| Wednesday 15th July @7.30pm Clara | St. Bonaventure Pat Joe & Mary Jo Hynes. Bridget & Laurence Hogan. Deceased of Hogan & Goode families. |
| Thursday 16th July @10.00am Clara | Our Lady of Mount Carmel No Intention. |
| Friday 17th July @10.00am Clara | No Intention. |
| Saturday 18th July @10.00am Clara | Ollie Smith. Johnny Kelly. Philomena Bracken. |
| Saturday 18th July @7.00pm Clara | Natasha Cooke. Paul & Billy Fitzpatrick. PJ, Michael & Anne Cushen. Noleen Daniels |
| Sunday 19th July @10.00am Horseleap | PJ & deceased of Hickey family. |
| Sunday 19th July @11.30am Clara | Tom, Sr. Edward & deceased of Cusack family. Joe McMahon. Billy & Trixie Rock. |
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-8.00pm
All are welcome!
Come and find peace in the Lord.
The Seeds of God’s Promise!
Today’s Gospel passage presents the familiar parable of the Sower, reminding us that the same seed is scattered everywhere, but the harvest depends on the condition of the soil. The seed represents God’s message, which has the power to transform every life. The question is not whether God still speaks; the question is whether our hearts are ready to receive His voice. A fruitful life begins with a receptive heart. Growth begins when we welcome God’s Word with humility instead of resistance. Many people hear inspiring sermons, read the Bible daily, or listen to Christian podcasts, yet little changes because the message never moves beyond the ears. Welcoming God’s Word means opening our hearts with a willingness to obey. The parable reminds us that many things compete with God’s message. Distractions, worries, temptations, disappointments, and worldly ambitions can prevent spiritual growth. Likewise, our hearts need regular examination. Forgiveness removes bitterness. Prayer removes anxiety. Repentance removes sin. As obstacles are cleared away, God’s Word finds room to grow. The purpose of receiving God’s Word is not simply to gain knowledge but to produce visible fruit. A transformed heart naturally produces kindness, patience, generosity, integrity, compassion, and love.
Every day, God continues to sow…
Collections 27th/28th June – Development Fund: €2,025; Peter’s Pence: €185; Plate: €860; July Offerings: €120.
Thank You Very Much!
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Please join us for Eucharistic Adoration after the evening Masses. Stay 5 or 10mins. You decide how long you want to stay. Your presence will be most welcomed. Eucharistic Adoration on Monday and Friday at 5.00pm also.
A Divine Mercy and Rosary will be held in St Brigid’s Church Clara on Saturday July 18th at 2:55pm. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Clara Heritage Society presents ‘Dancing at the Crossroads‘, Friday 24th July at Lismoyney Crossroads, 7.00pm-9.00pm.
The annual Pioneer pilgrimage Mass at Knock Shrine will be celebrated in the Basilica at 3.00pm next Sunday 19th July. Pioneers extend a welcome to families and relatives of people who are undergoing treatment for addiction at this time. Pioneer emblems and certificates will be available in St John’s Rest and Care Centre from 1.00pm. People who are in recovery/aftercare and who live by the 12 Step Programme are particularly welcome to Knock during this Golden Jubilee Year of the Basilica of Our Lady Queen of Ireland. Further information from Fr Robert:
Marriage Enrichment weekend: helps thousands of couples across Ireland and the world to deepen their relationship with each other and with God, through the gift of communication, renewed commitment, and shared faith. Friday 2nd to Sunday 4th October at Focolare Centre, Curryhills, Prosperous, Co. Kildare. Register at: www.marriageencounter.ie
‘Cafe Cairde’, For people with Cognitive Impairment, Dementia, their Carers and Families. Takes place at the Charleville Centre, Tullamore, on Monday 20th July from 2.30 – 4.00 p.m.
Fr Mike Schmitz (American Catholic priest, speaker, author and podcaster) will visit Ireland for The Parables Tour, which will take place in less than two weeks in Dublin on Monday, 20th July 2026. On the day, the Council will also host a special Mass for all, with a particular welcome for young people at 5.00pm in Saint Kevin’s Church Harrington St , D08 XR9C at which Fr Schmitz will preach.
The Annual National Grandparents Pilgrimage celebrating the 6th World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly will take place on Sunday 26th July at Knock Shrine, commencing at 2.30pm with the anointing of the sick. Chief Celebrant Archbishop- Eamon Martin. A day of grace and blessing for the whole family as we honour grandparents. All are welcome. See: www.catholicgrandparentsassociation.org
Meath Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock, Sunday 9th August.
Meath Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes September 2026, led by Bishop Deenihan, 8th September. For further inquiries phone Joe Walsh tours (01) 241 0800 or visit www.joewalshtours.ie.
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