Streete and District notes

The reader at the 11 a.m. Mass this Sunday will be Anne Murphy. Anniversary Mass takes place this Sunday in Boherquill in memory of the late Quinn family, Culvin and Kiltareher.Hospita/houseboundIf anyone is in hospital or housebound and would like a visit please do not hesitate to contact Fr. McGrath day or night 087 8363523Parish calendarThe parish calendar could be an acceptable gift for any family who now live away. The calendars are available in the church porch.Pastoral CouncilA Pastoral Council meeting takes place this Wednesday, 16th in the Parochial House at 9 p.m.DeathSincere sympathy to the extended Penrose Family, Ballynacargy on the death of Pat (Sonny) after an illness borne with dignity at his home in Rathowen where he worked and was a great friend with John Feerick and staff. Sonny"s removal took place from Our Lady"s Manor to Ballynacargy and his funeral followed Mass on Friday last. May he rest in peace.SympathySympathy is extended to Mrs Breda Sullivan, Kilmore, Streete on the sudden death of her brother Dr. Joe Duke, Summerhill, Athlone last week. May he rest in peace.AdorationAdoration of the Eucharist takes place next Tuesday, 20th 7-8p.m.LourdesPlease note this is the last chance to book for the 3 day Lourdes visit leaviing Mullingar, Friday, 6th February. The cost with full board all in including coach transfers and air fare is €369 For any details please phone Paddy O"Brien before this coming weekend 086 2571645 or 044 9342449,The late Canon Frank KellyThe death took place after a short illness at St. Joseph"s Hospital, Longford of the Parish Priest of Granard Canon Frank Kelly P.P.His remains reposed in St, Joseph"s Chapel with removal to Granard on Sunday night and Canon Frank was laid to rest following Mass at 12 noon on Monday, in the church grounds.As was obvious by the attendances at his funeral he was highly respected, and loved everywhere he worked as a priest. We offer our sympathy to his brother, sister in law and extended family as well as to Bishop Colm O"Reilly and the priests of the Diocese of Ardagh and Clonmacnoise. May he rest in peace in the shadow of St. Mary"s where he spent so many happy years. 'Ar dheis Dé go raibh a Anam Dílis'Parents" GroupSt. Fintan"s Parents" Group will have a meeting in the school in Lismacaffrey this Wednesday, 14th at 8p.m. All parents are encouraged to come.Céílí MórA big céilí in aid of St., Fintan"s Underage Football Club will take place in Streete Parish Park this Sunday afternoon, 18th from 4p.m. until 7p.m. Should you not have a ticket already you can buy one for €10 at the door. The kids are depending on your support so why not have an evening out in the comfort of Streete Parish Park only 4 miles off the N4 at Rathowen Church. If your"re not able to dance you are still welcome to come along, sit down and enjoy music at its best from the Annaly Céílí Band.Christian UnityA warm invitation is extended to all Christians in this area to come along to an Ecumenical Service of prayer for Christian Unity on Tuesday of next week, 20th January at 8p.m. in Boherquill. The Service will be preceded by Mass at 7.30p.m. for that evening. The Service will be led by Fr. McGrath and Rev. Janet Catterall. The Service of prayer follows a simple format and offers a wonderful opportunity for friends and neighbours to come together to meet and to pray. All welcome and it is hoped to have a good attendance from both Church of Ireland congregation and Boherquill congregation. Please pass on the word for 8p.m. Tuesday of next week, 20th.TREESIf you have any interest in Trees and the planting of trees you are invited by Farrelly Bros, Carnaross, Kells to a Willow Meeting in the Park House, Edgworthstown this Friday, 16th January at 8p.m. which will be all about the growing of willow trees. All are welcome and if you want any special details please call Farrellys who are well known Agricultural Contractors 087 2602656.MeetingSt. Fintan"s Underage Football Club is holding a meeting this Wednesday, 14th January in Streete Parish Park at 8p.m. sharp. Anyone who has tickets for the Céili is asked to have either the tickets or money back on Wednesday night at the meeting.If there is anyone who is willing to help out on the day of the event they are requested to attend on Wednesday night. Please support and pass on the word before Sunday.Boherquill RamblersThe wet and blustery weather on Sunday the 11th of January didn"t discourage the Ramblers from their scheduled walk in Cappagh Bog, along the Bog Walk Way starting from the Rathowen to Streete road near Rathowen church.On its way from Rathowen to Ballinalack Bridge, the track through the bog gives wide-ranging views to the north and the north-west towards Lough Derravaragh and for much of the way the only evidence of civilisation is the constant hum of traffic on the nearby N4. The hardy members completed their planned walk in almost continuous rain; some of the walkers even persevered with tea and biscuits as they sheltered from the rain at the end of the walk!Members are reminded of the planned trip to Wales from Friday, April 17th to Monday the 20th, the first weekend after Easter.Liz Gaccon is organising the walks for the weekend and the cost is expected to be around €300 per head. Anyone who wishes to travel in the party is asked to contact Olive McCormack as soon as possible on 086-8974386. The end of January will be the deadline for applications and a deposit of €50 per head is requested.The group"s usual trip to Strangford for the St. Patrick"s Day walk is also in preparation. It is proposed to travel north on Saturday, March 14th and return after the walk on Tuesday the 17th.Further details will be given in these notes in the next few weeks but in the meantime those members who would like to go on this very popular and enjoyable trip are asked to contact Brian Nerney on 086-2596656.On Sunday January 18th Ramblers member Deirdre Leavy will lead the group on a walk at Coolamber. Cars will leave from Boherquill at 1-30p.m.