Parish Newsletter- 9th August 2026
| Mass times for the week ahead | MASS INTENTIONS |
|---|---|
| Saturday 8th August @7.00pm Clara | Michael & Bridget Kelly. Sean Colleran. Isaac & Elizabeth Kelly |
| Sunday 9th August @10.00am Horseleap | Billy, James & Mary Fitzgerald. |
| Sunday 9th August @11.30am Clara | David & Kathleen Kavanagh. John & Annie Rochford. Deceased of Rochford & Kavanagh families. |
| Tuesday 11th August @7.30pm Clara | St. Clare No Intention. |
| Wednesday 12th August @7.30pm Clara | St. Jane Frances de Chantel Kathleen & Anthony Rooney. Molly Dolan. |
| Thursday 13th August @10.00am Clara | St. Fachtna No Intention. |
| Friday 14th August @10.00am Clara | St. Maximillian Kolbe James O’Reilly. |
| Saturday 15th August @10.00am Clara | The Assumption of The Blessed Virgin Mary No Intention. |
| Saturday 15th August @7.00pm Clara | Eamonn & Margaret Fleming. Deceased of Flanagan family. Sarah Fitzgerald |
| Sunday 16th August @10.00am Horseleap | Laura Dillon. |
| Sunday 16th August @11.30am Clara | John & Tom Mooney. Deceased of Troy family |
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. Adoration on the Feast of Our Lady on 15th of August at 2.55pm in Clara Church
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament continues in Clara church on the first Saturday of every month at 2.55pm. Everyone welcome to attend. Join us for even a brief period of time.
Please pray for Alice Kirwin, Marion Square; for Maureen McGrath, Raheen; for David Casey, Streamstown; for Helen Moloney, UK/Clara; and for Kathleen Duffy, Boland’s Tce.; all recently deceased. R.I.P.
Walking by Faith Above the Waves.
Life often feels like a stormy sea. There are moments when the winds of fear, disappointment, sickness, financial struggles, or uncertainty seem stronger than our faith. In this Gospel passage, the disciples found themselves battling rough waters while Jesus came to them in the middle of the storm. Peter courageously stepped out of the boat and walked on the water, but when he shifted his attention from Jesus to the raging waves, he began to sink. This beautiful story reminds us that faith is not the absence of storms but the confidence that Christ is with us through them. The word WATER can help us remember how to live with unwavering faith. Peter experienced something impossible because he dared to trust. Before he walked on the water, he first believed that Jesus could make the impossible possible. Every believer is invited to leave the comfort of the “boat” and take steps of faith. Sometimes God calls us to forgive someone who hurt us, begin a new ministry, share our faith, or keep trusting despite unanswered prayers. Fear keeps us trapped, but faith moves us forward. Great miracles often begin with one courageous step. Today, you may be facing your own rough waters. Remember WATER: W – Walk by faith, not by fear. A – Always keep your eyes on Jesus. T – Trust even when the storm continues. E – Expect His saving hand. R – Respond with worship and renewed faith. The same Lord who walked upon the water still walks beside His people today. He invites you not merely to survive the storm but to experience His presence in the middle of it. When your eyes remain fixed on Him, the waves lose their power to control your heart. Trust Him, take the next step in faith, and discover that with Christ, even the deepest waters become a pathway to a stronger faith.
Collections 1st/2nd August – Development Fund: €1,455; Plate: €489; July Offerings: €170.
Thank You Very Much!
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The Irish Synodal Pathway: What is Discernment?
Spiritual discernment is at the core of the Irish synodal pathway. Discernment is an intentional practice of becoming aware of and understanding the Lord’s voice. As Pope Francis highlighted, synodal discernment is an exercise in “giving the microphone to the Holy Spirit”. Throughout the Irish synodal journey, quiet awareness, self-examination, and patient discernment were used extensively. Last year the Meath Diocesan Synod Team offered five sessions across the diocese for Parish Pastoral Councils to train them in a method for discernment called Conversation in the Spirit. This approach helps support authentic, prayerful listening and decision making, so as to discern together what God is saying.
National Novena to Our Lady of Knock, August 13th to 21st
Global school feeding charity Mary’s Meals ‘Step By Step to Feed the Next Child‘ – Walk to Knock 7th-15th August. Walkers will arrive at Clara around 3.30pm on Monday 10th August on their way to Knock and leave at 8.30am on Tuesday 11th, heading towards Athlone. Please come out and encourage the walkers, and if you’re able to do so, donate in the buckets or visit marysmeals.ie to donate online. It costs just €22 to feed a child for a whole school year, and 11c provides one school meal. All donations, big or small, are very welcome.
Dear God, In this summer season of vitality, we pray for the gift of good health and happiness. May our bodies be strong, our minds at peace, and our hearts filled with joy. Bless us with the energy to embrace every moment and the gratitude to cherish each day. Amen.
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