8 October 2025

08 Oct 2025

Seisiún Ceoil for Children

Leisure Group UDCC

UDCC Leisure cycling group enjoyed a lovely fresh morning cycle from Borrisoleigh to Templemore via The Ragg. Weather was in our favour as the sun shone brightly on us. On returning to Borrisoleigh we enjoyed coffee and treats at the Bush & Briar. Why not get in touch with us and give cycling a go as part of a friendly and safe group. All our cycles are lead out with experienced trained community bike ride leaders. Contact Ella Coman on 0876757295 or ellacoman@hotmail.com

Community Sponsorship Night

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Parish News

OCTOBER – SAFEGUARDING MONTH IN THE ARCHDIOCESE

Safeguarding month of October – The Safeguarding Committee felt that our Safeguarding Month should reflect and remind ourselves of Pope Francis vision, teaching and commitment to ensuring our Churches are a safe place for both children and vulnerable adults.

Sunday 12^th October – Pope Francis reminded that, ‘in the Confiteor, we ask forgiveness not only for the wrong we have done, but also for the good we have failed to do’.

In the past, the Catholic Church in Ireland failed in its duty to protect children and young people. Church policies have focused on establishing consistent standards to prevent abuse and assist the Church on its journey to learn from the mistakes of the past and ensure that children’s safety is a core part of its mission.

WHY SUNDAY MATTERS?

Reflections on the importance of Sunday Mass – Tues 14^th & 21^st Oct, in Lámh Chúnta, Bohernanave @ 7.30pm. All are welcome!

MARRIAGE ENRICHEMENT WEEKEND

Rediscover each other – Strengthen your marriage in just one weekend. Venue: Focolare Centre, Curryhills, Prosperous, Co. Kildare. Date: Fri 7^th – Sun 9^th Nov 2025. Open to all married couples. Register online at www.marriageencounter.ie.

ANAM CARA

Will hold its monthly parent support evening on Wed 15^th Oct @ 7.30pm in the Horse & Jockey Hotel, Thurles. This event is free and open to all bereaved parents regardless of age your child died, the circumstances of their death, or how recent their death was. You do not need to register in advance.

CASHEL FOR PALESTINE

This October marks two years of genocide in Gaza, there is walk for Gaza on Sat Oct 11st @ 1pm @ The Plaza, Cashel. Join Cashel for Palestine and local Palestinian groups for a walk of remembrance and solidarity. Together we will honour the loss of so many innocent lives and raise awareness to end the genocide. Every Tuesday night @ 7pm we meet at the Cashel Plaza to stand with the people of Palestine and show our support . We welcome everyone to join us and help make a difference.

OCTOBER & WORLD MISSION SUNDAY

This is a time for the faithful of the world to show their appreciation towards the work of overseas missionaries. Please call Missio Ireland on (01) 497 2035 or go to www.missio.ie for further information.

World Mental Health Day

To mark World Mental Health Day on Friday 10^th October we have an exciting event to share as part of Tipperary Mental Health Week 2025. The event “Recovery is Possible” will take place in TUS Thurles, Campus, from 9.30am-1pm on Friday 10^th October. Local support services will host information stands, where they will signpost people towards local health and wellbeing supports and mental health supports. In attendance are – Tipperary County Council / Healthy Tipperary, Mental Health Ireland, Tipperary Volunteer Centre, The Involvement Centre, Tipperary Sports Partnership, Silver Arch FRC, Jigsaw, Better Together, Grow, Social Farming Ireland, CSAW, Samaritans and more. The event has some wonderful guest speakers, including Eddie Kendricks, Rita Bourke and Gina Delaney. A panel discussion will be facilitated by Catherine Brogan, featuring Nicola Byrne (Shine), Mary Purcell (Grow Mental Health), David Dwyer (Involvement Centre/Recovery College), Michael Norton (Research/Peer Support), Theresa Tierney (CAMHS/Social Farming), Fiona McKernan (MHER Recovery). Presentations on the day will feature: Better Together (online peer support), Tipperary Volunteer Centre (Volunteerism), TUS Student Counselling Service (Mindfulness Activity). Additional Details: Inviting adults of all ages to join an inspiring group of speakers, presenters and organisations from across mental health services and voluntary community sector, gathered to promote the message that “Recovery is Possible”. Speakers will share their experience and expertise in mental health recovery. Meet people who understand recovery from illness and addiction, and organisations dedicated to improving mental health. Inviting anyone who may wish to understand recovery from mental health difficulties, for themselves or for a family member or a friend who struggles with their mental health, please join us for an uplifting and enjoyable event at TUS Thurles.

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK

“In God’s hands, our brokenness becomes a masterpiece.”

Climate Action Week

Knitting and Crochet Group

Knitting and Crochet Group meet every Wednesday from 10.00am to 11.30am in the Community Centre.

New members always welcome. Contact Mary at 0863098982.

Borrisoleigh Active Social Club

The next meeting of Borrisoleigh Active Social Club takes place tonight Wed Oct 8th at 7pm in the Community Centre Borrisoleigh.

Our annual Autumn trip took place last week. We departed Borrisoleigh and headed off to The Knightsbrook Hotel Trim. We took in visits to Johnstown Garden Centre, Newgrange, Battle of the Boyne visitors centre, Hill of Tara, Joe Dolans statue and a tour of The Guinness Storehouse. As always there was time for a bit of retail therapy in Trim, Mullingar and Newbridge. There was great entertainment each evening in the hotel. We held a talent competition and the standard was very high with Margaret Carr winning . Thanks to everybody that travelled and made the trip so enjoyable. Thinking caps are on already to know where we’ll go next year.

A number of our members went to Drom on Saturday night last to see the Celtic Brothers in concert. It was a great night’s entertainment.

Tipperary Mental Health Week

To mark World Mental Health Day on Friday 10^th October we have an exciting event to share as part of Tipperary Mental Health Week 2025.

The event “Recovery is Possible” will take place in TUS Thurles, Campus, from 9.30am-1pm on Friday 10^th October.

Event Details:

At the event local support services will host information stands, where they will signpost people towards local health and wellbeing supports and mental health supports. In attendance are – Tipperary County Council / Healthy Tipperary, Mental Health Ireland, Tipperary Volunteer Centre, The Involvement Centre, Tipperary Sports Partnership, Silver Arch FRC, Jigsaw, Better Together, Grow, Social Farming Ireland, CSAW, Samaritans and more.

The event has some wonderful guest speakers, including Eddie Kendricks, Rita Bourke and Gina Delaney. A panel discussion will be facilitated by Catherine Brogan, featuring Nicola Byrne (Shine), Mary Purcell (Grow Mental Health), David Dwyer (Involvement Centre/Recovery College), Michael Norton (Research/Peer Support), Theresa Tierney (CAMHS/Social Farming), Fiona McKernan (MHER Recovery).

Presentations on the day will feature: Better Together (online peer support), Tipperary Volunteer Centre (Volunteerism), TUS Student Counselling Service (Mindfulness Activity).

Additional Details:

Inviting adults of all ages to join an inspiring group of speakers, presenters and organisations from across mental health services and voluntary community sector, gathered to promote the message that “Recovery is Possible”.

Speakers will share their experience and expertise in mental health recovery.

Meet people who understand recovery from illness and addiction, and organisations dedicated to improving mental health. Inviting anyone who may wish to understand recovery from mental health difficulties, for themselves or for a family member or a friend who struggles with their mental health, please join us for an uplifting and enjoyable event at TUS Thurles.

Pre booking is required by scanning the QR code below/attached or email midwestmhe@hse.ie

Borrisoleigh Community Centre Polytunnel 🌱

The Borrisoleigh Community Centre Polytunnel is looking for donations to help us grow and develop our space. If you have any of the following items you no longer need, we would be so grateful. The aim is to grow food for the meals on wheels

Plant pots and containers (including seed trays, window boxes, etc.)

Bulbs, plants, or roses

Herb cuttings and other plant cuttings

Irish shrubs (no trees or hedging, please)

Every contribution makes a big difference, and all donations will be put to good use in this community project.

👉 Donations can be dropped off at Borrisoleigh Community Centre during opening hours or left outside the polytunnel while the church gates are open.

Thank you so much for your support!

Marian Hall

The Marian Hall can be contacted on 089 4590824 for all inquiries & bookings. We will be launching a website showing our calendar & availability in the coming months.

Eucharistic Adoration

Adult Set Dancing Classes

Adult Set Dancing classes are taking place every Monday night in Finns Pub @ 8pm. Michael Cooney is running them. All are welcome.

Pic of the Past

Sports Day in Fantane
Josie Cooney, Cathy Loughnane and Mary Smith

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