TAIZÉ SERVICE
Taizé service (music centered prayer) continues in Knockgraffon Church this Wednesday November 27 at 7.30pm for Holy Souls in November. All are welcome!
VILLAGE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH-ON
Join us for a heartwarming community celebration as we switch on the village Christmas tree lights at the Grotto on Friday, December 6th, at 6pm. This festive occasion marks the perfect start to Toy Show night and promises to be a delightful evening. Enjoy the enchanting performances by talented singers from our local primary schools, adding to the joyful atmosphere. We invite everyone to come along for a sing-along and share in a moment of festive magic. Don’t miss this chance to kick off the holiday season together!
OLIVIA FLOWERS: CHRISTMAS LIST
As the holiday season approaches, don’t forget to order your festive wreaths! Olivia Flowers is offering beautifully crafted wreaths featuring festive foliage, holly, and flowers. The last day to place your order is this Friday November 29. Wreaths will be available for collection or delivery starting December 16. Additionally, we can deliver wreaths to cemeteries and arrange for their collection afterward. For more information or to place your order, please contact Olivia Ryan at 086-233-7390 or email [email protected]
PARISH LINKS
The AGM took place recently at the NICC. During the meeting, the following officers were elected/returned: Chairperson: Esther Boland, Secretary: Margaret O’Gorman, Assistant Secretary/PRO: Sandra English, Treasurer: Mary O’Donnell, Assistant Treasurers: Niamh O’Farrell and Ann Clifford. Committee members include Mary Shanahan, Eileen Hally, Mary Peters, Frances Keating, and Philly Fahey. We would like to express our gratitude to all who attended the meeting and to everyone who supported our recent church gate collection at both churches. Special thanks are extended to the New Inn & District Vintage Club and the New Inn Women’s Group for their contributions. Mark your calendars for our next meeting on Thursday, December 5, at 6:45pm in the NICC. Additionally, please save the date for our Christmas Party, scheduled for Sunday, January 5, 2025, at 12.30pm in the NICC. We look forward to seeing everyone there!
DANGAN GRAVEYARD NOTICE
A recording of the headstones in Dangan graveyard is now available for viewing on the historic graves’ website ‘www.historicgraves.com’. A website which allows visitors to search, and trace loved ones buried in graveyards across Ireland’.
ST VINCENT DE PAUL
The annual St Vincent De Paul collection will take place on Sunday December 8 at both New Inn and Knockgraffon churches. The St Vincent de Paul (SVP) Ireland is part of an international Christian voluntary network dedicated to tackling poverty in all its forms by providing practical assistance to people in need. Founded in Ireland in 1844, it helps to foster diverse and inclusive connections, as a Society that is welcoming of people of all faiths and none. Your support would be greatly appreciated!
WOMAN’S GROUP
KEEP FIT CLASSES
Join us every Monday evening at 7pm at New Inn Community Centre for our Keep Fit Classes! Stay active and healthy while having fun. For more information, contact Mary Frances at (087) 759 5512. Don’t forget to bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated!
HOSPICE MORNING
Mark your calendars for Saturday, December 7th, from 11am to 2pm at Barrons, New Inn. Enjoy a delightful flower demonstration from 12 noon to 2pm. Everyone is welcome to come and support this wonderful cause!
25 CARD KNOCKGRAFFON
Winners on Wednesday November 20 with 13 games were Paddy Freaney / Margaret Quinlan and in joint second place with 10 games each were Billy / Vincent Phelan and Roseanne Carew / Dick Lonergan. Well done all. Cards start at 8.30pm sharp and all are welcome. Tea & refreshment afterwards.
NEW INN VOICES PRESENTS “CHRISTMAS IN SONG”
Join us for a festive evening of music on December 14 at 7:30pm (doors open at 7pm) at Rockwell Chapel, Rockwell College. Tickets are €15 and can be purchased at Cashel Dental, Main Street, Cashel; The Shop, New Inn; or from choir members. This concert will support New Inn Voices and the Jack & Jill Foundation. We extend our gratitude to the Tipp County council Art Grant Scheme 2024 for their assistance. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to celebrate the holiday season through song!
SEEDS OF HOPE
Returning Biodiversity to Our Parishes is a Laudato Si conference for the dioceses of Cashel & Emly, Kerry, Kilkaloe, and Limerick. In the face of ongoing environmental crises, this conference seeks to inspire parish communities to care more deeply for God’s creation. Join us on Saturday, 25 January 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Springfort Hall, Mallow, Co. Cork. To register, please email maria.murphy@trocaire.
SANTA COMES TO NEW INN
Santa is taking some time out from his hectic schedule to come to Ollie’s, New Inn on Sunday December 15 from 4pm to 6pm. Meet Santa, a gift for each child, photo opportunity, story stelling, colouring & disco music. Child €5 each, No booking
required. A great day is assured with plenty of Christmas cheer!
TIPPERARY GAA HISTORIC FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN
Tipperary GAA has officially launched a landmark fundraising campaign aimed at enhancing GAA facilities across the county. The campaign features an exciting grand prize: a fully furnished home located in Bregawn, Cashel, valued at €350,000. Alternatively, the winner has the option to receive a cash prize of €300,000. Tickets for this remarkable draw are priced at €100 and can be purchased through the Rockwell Rovers GAA club or via the official ‘Win a House’ website. Notably, €30 from each ticket sold through the club will be retained to support local initiatives. Tickets are currently available through club treasurer Mary Newman or Andy Hennessy. Additionally, the first Bonus Draw is scheduled for December 15, where lucky winners will have the chance to win a luxurious two-night hotel break in Ireland, along with €1,000 in spending money. Don’t miss this opportunity to support Tipperary GAA while also entering to win fantastic prizes!
LOTTO DRAW RESULTS
Lotto Draw results for Sunday November 24, Numbers drawn – 2, 19, 18 & 28. NO WINNER(s). Lucky dips x4: – Frances Looby, Helen Fitzgerald, Eamon & Mgt Barron, James Kirby to be entered into November’s lucky dip draw with a chance to win €500. Sellers – Jimmy Looby, Ml Purcell, Rockwell Rovers x 2 to be entered into November’s sellers draw with a chance to win €100.This week’s jackpot is €6,000 – thank you for your continued support.
ROCKWELL ROVERS SENIOR AGM
The Senior AGM has changed date to Saturday 7th December at 7pm at the Clubhouse. Nomination forms are now available. Please email the secretary secretary.rockwellrovers.
ROCKWELL ROVERS LADIES FOOTBALL
Well done to Rockwell Rovers Ladies football team who got to the final of the Tipperary LGFA LISTER U19 Championship only to be beaten by Slieve Felim Rapparees by 4 points in Fethard last Sunday November 24. Final score 2-12 to 2-08. Hard luck to the players. A big thank you to all the supporters, parents and the management team of Baínísteoir: Kieran Durkan, Selectors: Colm Heaney and Ciaran McGrath, Flo: Mary Collins, Physio: Julie Hennessy.
Pictured here
Back L to R: Emily McNamara, Kate Fogarty, Sophie Doyle, Ciara Collins, Ciara Fitzpatrick, Kate Hennessy, Niamh Marnane, Louisa McConnan, Jane Corcoran, Maggie Blake, Ericka Cully, Margaret McGrath.
Front L to R: Emma Durkan, Emily McGrath, Ella Heaney, Cara Hennessy, Ella O’Donnell (JC), Anna O’Donoghue (JC), Ava Harnett, Nessa Moloney, Katie Durkan, Katie Condon.
CONGRATULATIONS
Maeve Carroll from Garrandee, New Inn, has been honoured as the Cashel Lions Club Young Person of the Year. Earlier this year, Maeve was a prize winner at the Young Scientist Competition and currently serves as the Chairperson of the Student Council at Cashel Community School. Maeve is an active member of the Brú Ború traditional music group. As a result of her accomplishments, she will now represent the Cashel Lions Club in the National Final of the Lions Clubs Young Ambassador of the 21st Century. Congratulations, Maeve, on this well-deserved recognition
