25 February 2026
Borrisoleigh Active Social Club
It was a busy few days for the Borrisoleigh Active Social Club. On Fri last a bus load went to Áras an Uachtaráin. They had a tour of the house and enjoyed refreshments. On their way home they enjoyed a lovely meal in The Póitin Stil Rathcoole. Great day was had by all. Also on Fri another bus load headed for Monaghan. They had a full weekend of music, song and dancing. Among the music artists were Hugo Duncan, Michael English, Red Hurley, Calum Macphail, Richard Willoughby, Stuart Moyles, Alistair Fingleton and the Celtic Brothers .
Photos below show members of the Borrisoleigh Active Social Club with Michael English and The Celtic Brothers at the recent music weekend in Monaghan
Borrisoleigh Bridge
Meals on Wheels Launches Reusable Container Pilot Project
We’re delighted to share that NTDC’s Meals on Wheels service is taking an important step toward a greener future. As part of our commitment to reducing waste and supporting a more sustainable community, we’re introducing reusable food containers as part of a new pilot programme on selected routes.
This initiative will help us:
- Reduce single‑use packaging
- Lower our environmental footprint
- Deliver meals in a more sustainable, community‑friendly way
Together, we’re making a real difference
Borrisoleigh Historical Society
If you missed the fascinating presentation on Otway Castle by Jamie Groome last Friday 20th Feb you can watch the video recording below
Finn’s Folk Club
Parish News
LENT 2026
Do You Want To Fast This Lent?
In the words of Pope Francis:
Fast from hurting words and say kind words.
Fast from sadness and be filled with gratitude.
Fast from anger and be filled with patience.
Fast from pessimism and be filled with hope.
Fast from worries and have trust in God.
Fast from complaints; contemplate simplicity.
Fast from pressures and be prayerful.
Fast from bitterness; fill your hearts with joy.
Fast from selfishness and be compassionate.
Fast from grudges and be reconciled.
Fast from words; be silent and listen.
GROW MENTAL HEALTH
Peer support groups for anyone experiencing mental health issues, with Recovery through Community. Templemore Library – Mondays @ 11am. Contact: Celia 086 152 6966.
ALONE
‘Would you be willing to provide companionship to an older person locally? ALONE are seeking volunteers in your area. Full training and support provided. If interested, please apply via the ALONE website at www.alone.ie or for further information please contact Caroline on 086-0591399 or via email caroline.bradley@alone.ie. If you are over 60 and would like to know more about the services ALONE can offer you, please call 0818 222 024.
MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT WEEKEND
Catholic Marriage Encounter in Ireland, Dates: 20 -22 March 2026, A Weekend Like No Other. Venue: “St Marys” Knock, Co. Mayo. Online: www.marriageencounter.ie
LAETARE VIGIL –
March 14th – Holy Family Mission, Glencomeragh – Join lay women of all ages, married and single, to unite in a day of prayer with women religious from over a dozen different orders – a unique experience not to be missed! Spaces limited: register now on Eventbrite.
MONTHLY PADRE PIO MASS
Our monthly St. Padre Pio healing Mass is on Wednesday night 28/02/2026 @ 7.30pm in St. Joseph’s Church, Toomevara. All present can avail of a blessing from 3 first class relics of St. Pio, St. Faustina and St. Therese of the little flower. These special Masses on the last Wednesday of each month have been very well attended and thanks to all for making the effort to attend and thanks to all for publicising it for us.
EPILEPSY AWARENESS DAY
“In Ireland today, over 45,000 people live with epilepsy. For further information, please visit www.epilepsy.ie. Purple Day (or Epilepsy Awareness Day) will take place on Thursday 26th March.”
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK
“The world offers you comfort, but you were not made for comfort. You were made for greatness.” Pope Benedict XVI
Borrisoleigh Tidy Towns
There was great work done in 2 hrs by a small crew on Sat Feb 7th along the streets of the village. The next meet is at Ballyroan bridge at 10 am on Sat 7th March. All are welcome to come along.
Knitting and Crochet Group
Eucharistic Adoration
Adoration in the Church of the Sacred Heart Borrisoleigh will take place after 10:00am Mass until 11:30 am on Wednesdays and Fridays
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.
Holycross Ballycahill Drama Group
Holycross Ballycahill Drama group present their 2026 Festival production of Sive by John B. Keane in St. Michael’s Community Centre Holycross on Friday 27th and Saturday 28th of February at 8pm.
Pic of the Past
Between the horses: Jack Wallace
In front: Tommy Martin, Jimmy Slattery and Christy Slattery (1952)
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