Rest in Peace Kay.

CHURCH NEWS:

Last Sunday, we remembered the anniversaries of Mai Houlihan, Thomas & Annie Heneghan, Paddy & Mary Noonan and deceased members of the Noonan & Molyneaux families. I measc na naofa go mbeidh síad I gcónaí.

CHOMHBHRÓN:

We offer our sympathies to the family of Kay O'Connor (née Sugrue), Ballyguile, Castletown, who passed away

peacefully on May 12th. Sadly missed by her loving husband Donie, son Seamus, daughter Eileen, son-in-law Peter, grandson Hunter James, brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and many friends.

Kay was reposed at O'Grady's Funeral Home, Requiem Mass was held on Thursday in Granagh followed by burial afterwards in St. Mary's Cemetery Ballingarry. Ar dheis Dé go ráíbh a hanam dilís.

ST. GOBNAIT's :

Fri 23rd May: 12 to 4pm; Remember the Bake and Craft sale for The Alzheimer Society of Ireland on the grounds of St.Gobnait's Nursing Home. Please support if you can.

LADIES CLUB:

Wed 28th May: 10am. Tea & chat with Michelle on Well-Being & Mental Health.

Did you know that there's a New Notice Board at the front of the Hall, showing all the upcoming events.

GRANAGH GATHERING:

Sat 31st May @8pm in the Hall: Granagh Development in association with The Rock Bar & Grill present a night of * Live Music* with the Granagh Players Band - 'Highline', plus *Bar* & *Food Truck*. Adm: €10pp. Over 18s only. Tickets @ The Rock Bar or On the Door.

In addition, we will have a Raffle In aid of the 'Little Blue Heroes Foundation'. This is a not-for-profit registered charity voluntarily led by Garda members, retired Garda members and civic minded people from communities.

They support families of children with serious illnesses by providing practical and financial support, while granting the wish of the children it supports to become Honorary Gardaí. They have been very supportive of the Moloney family & little Rian as well as many more throughout the county.

FLORAL & VEG GARDEN WALK:

Sun 22nd June, 2-6pm: Lady Harrington invites you to a garden walk at her home in The Glen, Knockfierna, V94WP26. Proceeds in aid of Kilpeacon Church Fabric Fund and the GDA. Afternoon Teas will be served in the courtyard. Adm. Adults €10pp, children free with parking free, on the grounds.

REMEMBERING OUR DECEASED:

For the month of May, we lovingly remember our family, friends and neighbours, whose mortuary cards are displayed on the Church notice board:- Paddy Noonan, Dan Hynes, Jim Lynch & Fr. Martin Bennett, Granagh.

Mai Houlihan, Stylepark. Maurice J. Sheehy, Coolruss. Michael O'Regan & John Costello (Bansha), Graigacurra. Christina Chawke, Ballyvologue. Teresa Twomey, Kilatal. Peg O'Riordan, Lisduane. Bridie Broderick, Kilmacanearla. Peig Treacy, Sheila Conway & Thomas O'Donovan, Killoughty. Mick O'Carroll, Liskennett. Michael & Mary Sheehy, Castletown. Timmy Con Brosnan, Broadford. Fr. Edward Kinnane, Pallasgrean. Edmond Duggan, Mallow. Sr. Rosa Power. Michael J. Purtill, Graiguebeg. Pauline Sheehan, Ballyagran. I gComhluadar Dé go raibh a nAnamacha.

TIDY TOWNS:

Well done to the team who were involved in the tidy up before the Communion, the village was looking beautiful in the sunshine. Did you see the work being done at the Bridge, going up to the graveyard. The area has been opened up and cleared, giving more access to the river. There's more to be done, hopefully it can be also used by the school for nature classes.

HOME on HOLS:

Welcome to Joan Cagney and her son John, who were visiting Granagh last week, all the way from San Francisco. The weather couldn't have been nicer for travelling around. There was a small get together in The Rock, before they left for Dublin, which turned into a bit of a sing-song and a few stories were told.. Joan herself, finished off the night with great hilarity - she reeled off thirteen verses of 'Piddlin Pete'....!! A wonderful Lady with a great outlook.

DID YOU KNOW:

I saw a very informative documentary with Simon Reeve on BBC2. He was doing a tour of the Scandinavian countries, so lots of snow & ice. He visited a school where the children, 3-6yrs, were outside waiting for him in -18° temperature. The teachers were taking them to the nearby forest to play, learn, climb etc. They usually do not go inside unless temperature reaches -30° ?!! The teachers said that the children are rarely sick.. Can you imagine.!

He also visited an army camp where male conscription is compulsory and it's voluntary for females. He asked the young people what they thought about it. They said that have been given a high standard of living, with a comprehensive welfare system that ensures healthcare, education, and social security for all. Therefore, they wanted to give back & learn to protect their country. They learned basic infantry tactics, marksmanship and first aid and basic outdoor skills were emphasized. There was a higher purpose, too, in learning to function as a part of a team while doing things for the first time in your life that you probably never wanted to do. Adapting to a strange new setting with people who had only just met taught them not to fear change and further, that navigating new challenges depended on camaraderie and trust. All of this provides a good foundation for adult life. Finnish people’s favourite word is “sisu”, which roughly means determination, grit, bravery. In '22 a survey was carried out asking people if they would be prepared to defend their country. 80% of the Finns voted yes, while only 30% voted yes in the UK - interesting ???