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Sunday 18th
March 2018
Sorry to rain on our parade........
This weekend, we will celebrate the feast of our national patron St. Patrick, but this year
2018 a large black cloud looms over the festivities. Ireland finds itself at a moral
crossroads. We are facing a national decision which will have implications for many
thousands of Irish citizens for many years to come. The decision centres on the 8th
amendment to the Irish Constitution, an amendment which enshrines an equal right to life
of the unborn child and the mother.
Following on a recent decision of the Supreme Court the removal of the 8th
amendment
would in effect remove all protection for the unborn up to the point of birth.
It would hand over to the Dáil the power to introduce the most liberal abortion laws. We
have only to look at the many tails wagging the political Dog in the present Dáil to imagine
the appalling vista that the future could unfold. Many of the most vocal in the cause of
repeal make no secret of their support for abortion on demand, and if the 8th
amendment
were repealed it’s only a matter of time until they lead the charge to achieve that aim; sadly
judging by the present political configuration political expediency will sacrifice any values
in exchange for power. We will end up with abortion laws which go way beyond those of
the UK where over 200,000 children are aborted each year. 20% of pregnancies in the UK
end in abortion. Is that what we want for our country?
In the last referendum the people rejected the proposal to give Oireachtas committees
extensive powers to investigate matters of public interest. What is at stake in the next
referendum is of infinitely greater importance – a matter of life and death, and we must
reject it completely. If we remove the 8th
amendment we are exposing the unborn child in a
manner which is unimaginably at variance with the most basic of Christian values the right
to life. The number of Irish women travelling to Britain for abortions has fallen in the past
few years. Will it represent progress if this number increases dramatically in Irish abortion
mills as a result of the repeal of the 8th
? We must protect the 8th
amendment and cherish
both the mother and the baby, both are precious in the eyes of God.
Fr. Philip Curran
Leixlip Union Parish Celebration of Cultures On St Patrick¹s Day 2018, the parish is
celebrating and showcasing the diverse cultures of
our church family from 4 to 7pm (after the
parade) in the Church of Ireland Parish Centre in
Lucan village. The event is inclusive of all
cultures in Ireland and across the world.
If you would like to share your culture in this
event through food, entertainment, art, prizes, etc.
or be part of the organisation, please contact Remi
or Claudia on: Email: [email protected]
Liffey Sound are
delighted to be
broadcasting live from
Lucan's St. Patrick's Day
Parade this Saturday at
3pm. Brendan Hackett, presenter of Wednesday's
"Lucan Live" will be the MC on the day. We are
looking forward to working with the parade
committee and speaking with the various
community groups & businesses on the day.
Happy St. Patrick's Day from all of us at Liffey
Sound 96.4FM!
If you would like us to broadcast live from your
community organisations or business, please
contact [email protected]
www.liffeysoundfm.ie or catch up on Facebook
Liffey Sound 96.4FM- Lucan's Community radio
station!
Woodville Downs Residents' Assoc (Incl Esker Lane) There was good community spirit and assistance
amongst neighbours during the recent snow and
we hope it will be repeated during our Spring
estate clean-up week next week. We have
identified specific tasks that need to be done
(circulated). Hope people will volunteer some of
their time.
Have requested repainting of yellow box at end of
Esker Lane.
Contact: [email protected]
Lost Jade Ring lost between Kew Park and St. Mary’s
Church. Sunday 11th
March. M. Ryan 087-
3454313 / 6280179.
Lucan Lions Club Lucan Lions Club in association with Lucan’s
Westside Performing Arts recently held their
annual sponsored sleepover to raise funds and
awareness for the Peter McVerry Trust. The event
was held in Lucan’s Church of Ireland Parish
Centre with 100 Westside Students camping in
for the night. Once again, the fundraising target
was exceeded and pictured is Lucan Lions Club
President Mattie McCabe presenting a cheque for
€3852 to Peter McVerry who was recently
visiting Lucan’s St Mary’s Parish Centre.
Lucan Lions Club
Esker Active Retirement Association Hi all. This week at our club we had a great
warm-up with our coach Stephen followed by our
walking football. We had great craic playing.
Tom McDonald was in winning mode today and
scored three fantastic goals. Our new goalie Sean
did a great job and made some fab saves.
It was lovely to relax with tea/coffee and biscuits
afterwards and catch-up with everyone. Good to
see some of our members back who have been ill
these last few weeks. We followed on with
scrabble and whist and of course, our indoor
bowling.
Next Monday 19th
March, we are off to
Ennistymon, Co Clare for a few days to recharge
our batteries so we’re all looking forward to that.
Coach pickup is at Woodies at 10:15am and next
pickup is at 10:30am at the Spa Hotel. Our club
is closed now until Wednesday 11th
April and we
look forward to seeing you all again after Easter.
Anyone who has not renewed their Membership
in our Club needs to do so very soon or your
name will be taken off our Members List. Fee is
€20 for the year and weekly fee of €3 when you
attend our club each week.
Anyone wanting to join, just come to the club on
a Wednesday at 1:30pm, St Andrew’s Church
Hall in Main St., Lucan or call me on the number
below. Happy Easter and take care everyone…..
Marian Egan (Club Secretary) 086 1269 043
Society for Old Lucan (SOL) SOL is the local history group for Lucan, open
to everyone of every age; whether you’re new to
Lucan or your ancestors came here with the
Normans! Membership is free for 2018 and open
to all. Join our group on Facebook “Society for
Old Lucan (SOL)” for more information and
updates.
MARCH Event:
Join us for an interesting afternoon of “Lightning
talks on Local History” in Lucan Library seminar
room, on Saturday 24 March, from 14.00
(sharp) -15.30.
Each speaker has a 15-minute slot to talk about
one aspect of local history. There will be a chance
for questions at the end of all the talks, as well as
an update for attendees on SOL’s plans for the
Graveyards’ recording project, due to run from
April onwards.
The lightning talk topics will be:
1. ‘Ireland’s deadliest pub crawl: the
murder of Fr. James McCartan’:
Darren Tully.
2. ‘Sources for local history’: Suzanne
Pegley.
3. ‘Military Graves of Lucan - Various
graves around Lucan recording
military service from Napoleonic
Times to the War of Independence’:
Stephen Callaghan. Free event. All welcome. Wheelchair accessible
venue.
We plan to run a similar event on more local
history topics in May, due to the high level of
interest. Date TBC shortly.
Any queries, please email: [email protected] SOL Committee: Helen Farrell (Chair), Elaine
Hurley, Darren Tully, Billy Sines
Happy St. Patrick’s Day to all! Good luck to all taking part in the
local parade, hopefully the
weather obliges!
A Grand Slam awaits Ireland in
the Six Nations – what a brilliant
result that could be on the day that’s in it.
Dubs take on Galway on Sunday – looking
good for 2018!
Apologies – that some items were edited in this
week’s issue, due to pressure of space.
Parish Notes
St Mary’s, Lucan www.lucanparish.com
Christian Meditation: We meet each Tuesday at
8pm in The Bungalow. Everyone welcome. Sr.
Geraldine, 6217158
Bethany Group: Bethany Group is available to
listen to or just be there for anyone who is feeling
lonely or lost following the death of a loved one.
We meet on the 2nd
Monday of each month from
10.30am-11.30am, also on the 4th
Thursday of
each month from 8pm - 9pm. Parish Centre –
6217041
Legion of Mary: We meet in Room 2 in the
Parish Centre every Wednesday at 6.30pm. We
are much involved in home visits and nursing
homes. With extra help we could a wider range
of work in the parish.
Come and join us, you will not regret it.
More info: Peter 01 6241105/ Brigid 01 6281686
Holy Communion for the sick and
housebound:
If you wish to avail of this service or if you know
someone who does, please contact one of the
priests.
St. Patrick’s Esker/Dodsboro/Adamstown www.stpatrickslucan.ie
Bethany Bereavement Support Group
This is a voluntary parish based ministry which
aims to help and support those who have suffered
a loss through bereavement or otherwise.
Grieving is a natural process which can be helped
by someone listening with empathy and
understanding. We meet on the third Wednesday
of each Month from 8pm to 9pm in the Pastoral
Centre, St. Patrick’s Church. This is a free,
confidential service and is available to everyone
in Lucan and the outlying areas.
We can be contacted through the Parish office:
Tel: (01) 628 1018 or 089 2507213, or
Email: [email protected]
Parish of Divine Mercy, Lucan South www.lucansouthparish.net
Sick and Homebound
Ministers of the Eucharist would be happy to
bring Holy Communion to the sick and
homebound. Please contact the Parish Office
NAGARHOPE would like to sincerely
thank Lucan Justice & Peace Group who donated
the proceeds of last Sunday's shamrock sales to
Nagarhope. They raised €1,103 which will go a
long way towards Doc's current project, adding a
primary block to the existing preschool in Nepal.
Thanks to all who donated and special thanks to
all members of the Justice & Peace group who
gave up their time. We very much appreciate it.
Niamh and Séamus Clandillon
Lucan Senior Citizens Wednesday 21
st March: Easter Party and lunch in
Spa Hotel. 10.30am to 2.30pm approx.
LUCAN ICA Tuesday 20
th March: Craft
Groups 10am - 12.30pm. Last
Tuesday we welcomed Abigail O'Callaghan to
our Guild and wish her many happy days and
nights with us in Lucan I.C.A.
Wednesday 21st March: International Night at
8pm. Our International Officer Josie Carey has
invited Jale Egan, a Turkish lady married to an
Irishman to come and so a presentation on her
country Turkey. This will be a very interesting
night. We request a good attendance of members.
Supper will be served.
Friday 23rd
March: Daffodil Day Margaret
Hynes is looking for collectors outside SuperValu
and Tesco.
Thank you to Kathleen May for organising our
Oiche Gaelach on Wednesday night last. It was a
lovely night of music, dancing, singing, funny
quotes and an All Ireland Quiz.
Happy St Patrick's Day to all members and
friends
4
Dublin Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock
will take place on Saturday 21st April.
There will be a bus going from St Mary's .
Those interested, please leave your contact
details with the Parish Office -
ph 01 6217041 or the Sacristy
Anniversaries
BYRNE (DERMOT)
11th Anniversary – 15th March Tenderly we treasure the past
With memories that will always last
Though absent, you are very near
Still loved, still missed and very dear.
Love Catherine, Tara, Sean and Kate x
COLLINS (JACK)
11th Anniversary – 15th March Late of Sarsfield Park.
The hands of time keep turning
Eleven years have slipped away
But memories of you Dad
Are with us every day
Memories are not framed in gold
For all the world to see
They are safely locked within our hearts
Where you will always be.
Loved and remembered by Carol Anne and
Elizabeth, grandchildren and great grandchildren
FARRELLY (JONATHAN PAUL)
1st Anniversary – 17th March There is always a face before me
A voice I would love to hear
A smile I will always remember
Of a son I loved so dear Deep in my heart lies a picture
More precious than silver or gold
It’s a picture of my son
Whose memory will never grow old.
Sadly missed by his heartbroken mother, Beryl
and father Micheal and his loving wife Annika
and son Ronan and daughter Kala
Rest in peace.
Anniversary Mass for Jonathan will be said on
24th
March at 6pm. A celebration of
Jonathan’s life will be held later in O’Neill’s in
Lucan. All welcome.
FARRELLY (JONATHAN PAUL)
1st Anniversary – 17th March Jonathan, you left us a year ago
The sorrow we felt you could never know
Memories of you are still so strong
It keeps us going now you’re gone
Still wish we could pick up the phone
To talk to you in your new home.
Love and miss you every day, Yvonne and Terry
FARRELLY (JONATHAN PAUL)
1st Anniversary – 17th March Brother
Today is full of memories
Of a brother laid to rest
And every single one of them
Is filled with happiness
For you were someone special
Always such a joy to know
And there was so much pain
When it was time to let you go
That’s why this special message
Is sent to Heaven above
For the angels to take care of you
And give you all my love.
Sadly missed by your brothers and sisters
Rest in peace.
FARRELLY (JONATHAN PAUL)
1st Anniversary – 17th March We lost an uncle with a heart of gold
How much we miss him can never be told
He shared our troubles and helped us along
If we follow in his footsteps
We will never go wrong.
Sadly missed by Mandy, Elisha, Megan and
Emma
Transport Users Lucan bus users are
experiencing long delays on the Quays at morning
peak. This is set to become permanent if Dublin
city planners have their way by diverting almost
all Dame St. buses on to the Quays to facilitate a
Civic Plaza at College Green. This extra one
thousand bus journey per day onto the Quays will
choke the existing scarce road space. The big
losers with this change will be people with a
disability. This can be avoided if they allow a
single bus lane of just one hundred yards on the
south side of College Green. This short bus lane
would only take three metres in width, such a
small amount of space. This lane would benefit
all of Dublin and it would reduce the space in the
Plaza by just 5%. It would be a great benefit to
the Plaza as it would take more people to this
area. See this option on www.acratu.com and
click on news. The city can't afford any more
mistakes like this. They want this bus lane space
for a new row of trees. The city already has half a
million trees between the two canals.
T. Newton 086 3127364
Lucan St. Patrick’s Day Parade Saturday 17th March 2018
1
Óglaigh Náisiúnta na h Éireann
19
Ronanstown Community Training
& Education Centre
2
St Laurence O’Toole Pipe Band
20
The Panthers
3
St Patrick (Alex )
21
Zara Curtis Academy of Irish Dance
4
Red Cross
22
Be You Be Unique Beauty
5
Goldwing Owners Club Ireland
23
Serena Brady Academy of Dance
6
Pat Keane
24
Barnhall Rugby Club
7
Reilly School of Dance
25
Lucan BMX Club
8
Lucan 23rd
Scouts
26
5 Star Attics
9
Lucan Lions Club
27
Weston Hockey Club
10
Lucan Disability Action Group
28
Adamstown Cricket Club
11
Crosscare Lucan Youth Service
29
Ná Gaeil Óga
12
Star Dance Academy
30
RTH Property Maintenance
13
Specsavers
31
Lucan Chiropractic
14
Walter & Emma Kilcullen Vintage Car
32
Lucan Special Olympics Club
15
Lucan Chinese Community
33
Sam Hire
16
142nd
Esker Scouts
34
Atlas Auto Services Fonthill
17
Crumlin Youth Band
35
Clondalkin Youth Band
18
Lucan Sarsfields GAA Club
St James Brass & Reed Band
Lucan Concert Band
The Voice
Contacts: - Mary Meehan 0857374645, Barbara Cummins 0862861692 or Peter Brady 6241230
Parade Assembles: At Tesco for 2pm Sharp please be in position by 2.30 pm
Parade Commences: At Tesco 3 pm SHARP
Review Stand supplied by J. Toner, PA System by Joe Keegan.
Special Thanks to Our Sponsors South Dublin Co,Co, Lucan Garda, Tesco Lucan,
Supervalu, EuroSpar, Penny Hill, Tommy Lynch, Centra, Lucan Credit Union, Nuala Jackson, Kennys, Courtneys,
Carrols, Mc Donalds, Ballalley, O Neills, Brian Grogan Solicitor, Pat Keane. Gallagher Kitchens, Spa Hotel,
Springfield Hotel, Bank of Ireland, Allied Irish Bank, Roma Take away, Tuthills, Henry Crowley, Matt Reilly, Texaco
Ballydowd, John Dalton, Boyles Bookies, Lucan Red Cross, Lucan Newsletter, Liffey Sound F.M, Liffey Champion,
Lucan Gazette, The Echo, The Link, Tony Larkin, Jimmy Henry, Muintir Na Tire, Diamond & Gem Jewellers, Mc
Donalds Auctioneers, Jimmy Stagg, Pat Toolan,
STEWARDS WANTED - please contact Peter Brady 0876345244
Lucan Library – April Events Phone 6216422. E: [email protected]
All of the following events may be booked from
Tuesday 20th
March, 1.30pm, unless otherwise
stated.
Comic Book Workshop
Tuesday 3 April, 11.30pm - 12.40pm
With writer and illustrator, Alan Nolan.
Booking via https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/comic-
book-workshop-for-children-tickets-43993013287
Toddler Time
Wednesday 11 April, 10.00am - 11.00am
With Sarah Tully. Fun, educational joint activity
for pre-school children and their parent/guardian
who helps their child participate, promoting
literacy skills.
Booking via https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/toddler-
time-11042018-tickets-43939007755
Art & Creativity with Elena
Wednesday 11 April, 3.30pm - 4.30pm
For 9-11 year olds.
Booking via https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/art-
creativity-with-elena-9-11-yrs-11042018-tickets-
43939112067
Art & Creativity with Elena
Wednesday 18 April, 3.30pm - 4.30pm
For 6-8 year olds.
Booking via https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/art-
creativity-with-elena-6-8-yrs-18042018-tickets-
43939205346
Gymboree
Friday 20 April, 10.00am - 11.00am.
Interactive musical workshop for pre-schoolers
with their parent/guardian. Booking via
https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/gymboree-20042018-
tickets-44148927631
Musical Tots
Thursday 26 April, 11.45am - 12.45pm
Interactive musical workshop for pre-schoolers (6
months and older) with their parent/guardian.
Booking via https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/musical-
tots-26042018-tickets-44149110177
One ticket per child attending.
Tech Week TechCreate Digital Workshop
Monday 23 April, 9.45am - 10.45am, 11.00am -
12.00pm, & 12.15pm - 1.15pm
Tech Create will join us for Tech Week to
showcase their exciting workshops that introduce
children to the potential and possibilities of
technology. Class visit only (Suitable for 3rd - 6th
class). Booking essential, one session per school
only. Booking from Tuesday 20 March, 9.45am.
Contact the library on 01-6216422, email:
[email protected] or call in.
LEGO Workshop
Wednesday 25 April, 3.30pm - 5.30pm
Build your own story using LEGO and take home
your storyboard. For 8-12 year-olds. Booking via
https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/techweek-lego-
workshop-tickets-44017498523
Whizzkids - Animation Scratch
Saturday 28 April, 10.00am - 11.30am
Animation Scratch programming teaching
primary level children how to create their own
screensavers, and Animations.
Strictly 8 - 12 year-olds. Booking via
https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/whizzkids-animation-
scratch-8-12yrs-tickets-43993184800
Whizzkids - Animation Scratch
Saturday 28 April, 11.45am - 1.15pm
3D Game Development module that will teach
secondary level children to create their own video
games. Strictly 12+ years. Booking via
https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/whizzkids-3d-game-
development-12-years-tickets-43993209875
Eco Week Rediscovery Workshop
Wednesday 25 April, 10.00am - 11.30am, &
11.45am - 1.30pm. Environmental Awareness
workshop. Class visit only (Suitable for 2nd class
- 6th class, and 1st year - 4th year). Booking
essential, one session per school only. Booking
from Tuesday 20 March, 9.45am. Contact the
library on 01-6216422, email:
[email protected] or call in.
Enda Reilly - Green Energy Songs
Friday 27 April, 10.00am - 11.00am, & 11.30am -
12.30pm. Environmental Awareness through
song. Class visit only (Suitable for 3rd class or
older). Booking essential, one session per school
only. Booking from Tuesday 20 March, 9.45am.
Contact the library on 01-6216422, email:
[email protected] or call in.
Preparing for Junior Infants: Speech and
language skills for 3/4 year olds
Monday 9 April, 6.30pm - 8.00pm (Rescheduled
from 5 March). This talk will identify key speech
and language developmental milestones that will
help your child succeed in their new school
environment. Booking now open - a limited
number of places are available. Strictly for adults
only.
CHOOL
NEWS
Adamstown Community College Orange Day: The College has been very busy
during February with many activities and events
including our annual Orange Day when Ms.
Carroll along with her team of able senior
students turned the School Orange to promote a
sense of Fun and Hope dispelling all our anxieties
and concerns. Our school choir gave a great
performance they helped #empoweryourvoice as
they sang songs with positive messages! A huge
thank you to the choir, all the staff and the Cara
Aires for their great work! Also, a huge thank you
to @CASuicide for providing the shirts! For the
whole day we enjoyed the benefits to our
wellbeing of Music, Art and Physical Exercise.
Norwegain Exchange: In February 22 students
travelled to Norway from Adamstown and Lucan
Community College as part of our Norwegain
exchange proramme. Thanks to Ms. McKenna of
ACC and Mr. Duffy from LCC for supervising
the trip. Highlights of the trip were a visit to
Norways capital Oslo, a chance to enjoy some
Skiing ( pic below) and Ice skating and some
Traditional Norwegain Dance lessons.
We also welcomed our Erasmus Partners teachers
and students from Portugal, France, Sweden &
Germany for an action packed week of
adventures.
TYs: Great to see our TY students featuring in
the brochure for Leaving Cert Computer Science
which was launched recently Check out the
launch video at the link below.
https://www.ncca.ie/en/senior-cycle/subjects-and-
frameworks/computer-science
Engineers Week: We celebrated Engineering in
Frebrary too with lots of activities for Senior
students encouraging them to consider careers in
the STEM area.
Adamstown CC 5/10 K Road Race: The
Adamstown Community College 5k / 10k was a
huge success last weekend. Just under 200
enjoyed a flat course in cold but sunny conditions,
followed by lovely refreshments provided by our
parents association. There were 60 medals left
over and they have made them available through a
virtual run / walk. If you want to enter send
them a facebook message with your name, postal
address and contact phone number. Run or walk
a 5k or 10k anywhere and anytime up to
15th
March, take a photo or screenshot of your
watch or phone as evidence of the distance and
send it in a message to their facebook
page. Registration fee is €17 including postage of
medals. All funds raised will go to their
Transition Year South African Township
Programme.
On the Sporting Front: Well done to the Girls
Football team on winning a tournament hosted
this week by Malahide CS. Special congrats to
Golden Akpaloo on winning player of the
tournament!
Coláiste Cois Life Dia dhaoibh agus fáilte. Bhí cúpla seachtain
gnóthach againn agus is féidir leat faigh amach
cad go díreach a fuair muid suas chuig anseo! As
Seachtain na Gaeilge continues we continue to
celebrate. Tá na grúpaí ceoil ag baint an-sult as an
seachtain aswell as all the students as they look
forward to the céilíthe planned for this week).
An Ealaín de Traidisúin: D'fhreastal scoláirí
ceoil na scoile agus baill an ghrúpa traidisiúnta ar
cheardlann den scoth sa scoil inniu. Famous Irish
musicians, such as Martin Tourish, presented the
workshop. They discussed the history of Irish
music, features of the style, famous musicians,
singers and collectors and played live examples as
they went along. Ag deireadh na ceardlainne bhí
deis ag ceoltóirí Gaelacha na scoile seisiún ceoil a
bheith acu leis na ceoltóirí iontacha sin.
Peil na mBuachaillí: Comhghairdeas leis an
bhfoireann peile shinsear sa leath chraobh an
chontae. They beat Scoil Mhic Dara 1-11 to 1-10.
Lúthchleasaíocht: Comhghairdeas mór le
hOilibhéar Birch i mbliain a dó a bhí ag rith i rás
tras tíre Cúige Laighean inné ar son na scoile. He
managed to come in 17th place out of 130
runners. Over………
Coláiste Cois Life cont’d.
Ficheall: D’fhreastal Darragh Mac Giolla
Choimhdheadh agus Séamus Ó Ruairc (Bliain 1)
ag Grand Prix Aontas Fichille Laighin(Leinster
Chess Union) le déanaí. Maith sibh a bhuachaillí.
Corpoideachas mar Scrúdábhar Ardteiste: We
are delighted to announce that Coláiste Cois Life
is one of the 64 pilot schools chosen to introduce
Leaving Cert Physical Education as an
examinable subject from September 2018.
Cuirfear eolas ar fáil do scoláirí agus do
thuismitheoirí faoi go luath
Coiste Glas: D'fhreastail an Coiste Glas ar an
Expo Glas san RDS.
Affia Ní Fhaoláin: Affia Ní Fhaoláin (Bliain 6)
ar Irelands Got Talent. Affia is a student at CCL.
She was singing and playing the piano on
Ireland’s Got Talent the other week and we are all
so proud of her. Bhí tú ar fheabhas! Guímis gach
rath ort. #affiasarmy.
Coláiste Phádraig CBS Tráth na gCeist: The Feachtas Tráth na gCeist
National Final was held in Dublin on Tuesday
13th
March. The competition saw 26 regional
qualifying teams from around the country
compete for the coveted Micheál MacGréil
Perpetual Trophy.
Our team consisted of two 6th
yrs, Calvin Davis
and Dáire Byrne, as well as two 3rd
yrs, Ciarán Ó
Brien and Leo Finan. A score of 9/10 in the 1st
round represented a good start (Tús maith leath
na h-oibre!). Another 9/10 in the second round
saw them among the leaders and a perfect 10/10
in Round 3 saw them climb to the top of the
leader board. By the start of the final round (6)
they were four clear which meant that a score of
7/10 in the music round would be enough to claim
the prestigious title. Ciarán and Leo both have a
keen interest in music so even though the
questions were challenging, our team scored 8/10
to finish with a total of 54/60, four points clear of
the second placed school. The team were
presented with the beautiful trophy as well as
cheques for 150euro each. For Dáire and Calvin,
this was their third success in this competition
having claimed the trophy previously in 2015 and
2017 so a special congratulations to them. No
other school in the country has won this
competition more than once. Comhghairdeas leo
go léir. Gaisce stairiúil don scoil.
TY Fashion Show: The annual TY Fashion
Show was held at the Spa Hotel in Lucan on
Wednesday 13th
March and the show drew a large
crowd, everyone keen to get in tune with the latest
fashion trends! The event was organised and
operated by the Transition Year students
themselves. DJ Mono oversaw proceedings from
the decks while Mr. Todd and Mr. O’ Neill were
joint-hosts and both did a wonderful job of
putting the models at their ease as well as
entertaining the crowd.
The students from CBS were joined on the
catwalk by a number of their teachers and also by
a contingent from St. Joseph’s College Lucan.
Modelling clothes from Tesco’s Collection,
Dublin Formal Wear Lucan, Elvery Sports
Fonthill Road, Quiz Henry Street, Jack and Jones,
Tommy Hilfiger, Carraig Donn, Oasis, Diesel,
Coast, New Look Men, Evans Ladies (All Liffey
Valley), The Hub Lucan, Aria Vintage Clothes
Naas, Vila Jervis Street SC, Louis Copeland,
Charlotte Love JFK (Inchicore) as well as
SixSeven, a new clothing business set up by two
of our 6th
yrs Niall Moynihan and Dáire
Newcombe, our models all looked absolutely
fantastic on the catwalk as they showed off the
latest fashions to cater for every age and taste.
Jack Lawless, Ryan McAuley, Mark Dietz and
Matthew Dunne looking dapper at the Show.
The night was an outstanding success, raising
important funds for the running costs of the
school. Many thanks to Ms. Casey, Ms. Hunt and
Ms. M. Ryan in particular who were hugely
involved in the whole process while the Coláiste
Phádraig Parents Association kindly supplied the
spot prizes, arranged the ads for the brochure and
helped on the night as well. Many thanks also to
the staff of The Spa Hotel who once again went
above and beyond the call of duty to ensure that
everything went off without a hitch.
Football: Congratulations to our senior
footballers who qualified for the Dublin League
Final on Monday after defeating Skerries CS 3-17
to 2-19. Centre back Dáire Newcombe knocked
over 3 important points for Lucan while Luke
Walsh contributed a further 1-3. Henry Keogh
excelled in the Lucan goal with a series of point
blank saves while corner back Cathal Shanahan
marshalled the defence with aggression and
intelligence. With the game level in the dying
seconds of the game, Emmet Allen, who had
already scored 1-6, knocked over the winning
point from a 45 yrd free to seal a dramatic win for
the team. They now face St. Joseph’s Rush in the
Final this Friday in Abbotstown with the winners
advancing directly to the Leinster Final.
Awards: Well done to 6th yr Thomas Heffernan
who won the Mark O’ Neill Student of the Month
Award for Feb in recognition of his excellent
work as a prefect well as his good manners and
positivity. Congratulations also to 3rd
yr James
Harold who won the Sports Star of the Month
Award for his performances for the school’s u15
soccer team. Comhghairdeas freisin le Ciarán Ó
Brien a bhuaigh an gradam Gaeilgeoir na Míosa.
Well done also to Mr. Carey who has been
nominated for the National Teacher Awards 2018
which take place in Trinity College in May. He
has been nominated in the Best Contribution to
the Promotion of Stem (Science, Technology,
Engineering and Maths) category so fingers
crossed he might just win this prestigious award!
The nomination is well deserved too.
Lucan Community College
1st years soak up history in Newgrange visit:
As part of their studies of pre-Christian Ireland,
1st Year Class McVerry visited Newgrange today
March 13th. The students were brought on a
guided tour of the monument and then explored
the Bru na Boinne grounds. The students got to
experience a recreation of the sun lighting up the
chamber on the Winter Solstice and a few even
got to follow the path of the light today from the
floor of the inner chamber. Class McVerry were
accompanied by their Class Tutor Ms Cormac and
their history teachers Ms McCarthy and Ms
Doherty.
Transition Year Musical and dates announced
The much-anticipated dates for this year’s
Transition Year musical have been announced.
The show will run from May 1st, 2
nd and 3
rd in the
school hall and the name of this year’s show can
now be revealed – Fiddler on the Roof. Over…..
Lucan Community College cont’d.
Lucan CC U13 Boys Soccer final heartache
Last Thursday Lucan Cc’s first year boys soccer
team played against Coolmine Community
School in the West Dublin Final. Lucan CC
opened the scoring 25 minutes into the contest.
However, Coolmine found their rhythm in the
second half and scored twice in 20 minutes. Time
went against Lucan and Coolmines were crowned
West Dublin champs on a score line of 3-1.
It was a terrific performance by the team and
despite the result everyone should be very proud
of not just reaching the final but by their
performance on the day. A huge thanks must go
to managers Mr. Upton and Mr.Spillane for all
their time and effort in coaching the team.
Lucan CC seal thrilling quarter final win in
Kilkenny: Lucan CC emerged 4-3 victors in a
Leinster cup quarter final that had all the elements
of an epic Hollywood sporting drama. In a game
that saw a man sent off, a converted penalty, a
saved penalty, a red card, rattled woodwork and
wonder goals the lads from Lucan CC showed
immense heart and determination to emerge
victorious. A Leinster Senior semi-final awaits for
a super talented team. Huge congratulations must
go to Mr O’Gorman and Mr Duffy for their work
with the Senior Boys team.
St Joseph’s College A huge thank you…. to David Stanley at
Roadstar Paving who came to our rescue after
Storm Emma and cleared our school entrances
and yards on Sunday, 4th
March in no time at all!
All at St. Joseph’s really appreciated David’s
efforts and not a cent was charged for doing it!
John Lonergan Talk: We are delighted to have
John Lonergan visit St. Joseph’s College on
Thursday, 12th
April at 7.30pm to give a talk on
the topic of parenting. All are welcome to attend.
Ceist Conference: The annual Ceist Conference
took place on Tuesday, 13th
April. This is where
principals, students and teachers from different
Ceist schools are able to meet and share ideas.
Many thanks to Clare Keleghan, Katie Henry and
Ciara Whelan, (representatives from The Gluais
team and the Student Council) who had the
opportunity to attend with teacher Ms. Sonya
Lyons and meet with other students to discuss
leadership. It was a great learning experience for
the girls and they really enjoyed learning new
things to implement into our school life.
Flag Day: On Friday, 16th
March, all students and
staff of St. Joseph’s will be celebrating Flag day,
marking the 170th
anniversary of the first raising
of the Irish Flag in 1848. Acts of active
citizenship to honour the Irish Flag this week
involved students supporting a charity of the
school’s choice by voting for the charity and
buying a badge to raise funds for that charity.
Students are reflecting on ‘what life is like today
under the Irish Flag 170 years on from the first
time it was raised by Thomas F. Meagher’. Many
important messages of pride in and respect for the
flag have been posted on the Flag Day display.
Student Enterprise Awards: The Student
Enterprise Awards regional final took place on
Friday 9th of March. Congratulations to our
businesses E-Rays, Speak Out, The GAALS,
Simple Studies and Speak Up – Speak out. The
GAALS won an award for ‘Best Social Media
Prize’ award, and E-Rays came in second overall
in the Senior section. Overall the girls praised the
day to the highest degree and were very proud of
their achievements and hard work. Well done!
Concern Debaters Hard luck to our wonderful
Senior Debating Team who were narrowly
defeated in their last debate in Belfast. The
motion was, ‘To help the Robin Hood, tax must
be implemented globally’. The team of Aoife
Flood, Gabrielle Fullam, Maisie Flynn and Eve
Smyth have been exceptional students for their
effort, research, dedication and skill, not to
mention while being in 6th
Year and preparing for
all aspects of the Leaving Cert. Many thanks to
Mr. Michael Smyth for his unending support and
all the students who helped and supported the
girls along their debating journey this year.
John Curran T.D. – Fianna Fáil Email: [email protected]
Phone: 01 6183792. facebook.com/john.curranff
Twitter: @curranjohna
Happy St. Patrick’s Day: I would like to
take this opportunity to wish you all a very Happy
St. Patrick’s Day. Lucan Parade kicks off this
year at 3pm. Well done to all involved and I wish
you the very Best!
Lucan Bus Routes realigned: I have recently
called on the Minister for Transport and the NTA
to not realign any more bus routes in the Lucan
area. All 25 bus services have seen changes on
account of Dublin City Centre traffic congestion.
It is apparent that Dublin Bus has done its fair
share of realignment in order to make changes
towards alleviating traffic congestion in the City
Centre. Much more is needed to be done in other
transport areas to ensure minimum further
changes are required from Dublin Bus and
therefore not negatively impacting Dublin Bus
Passengers who have no alternative transport
option.
Frances Fitzgerald TD, Fine Gael 01 4577712. [email protected]
Extra places on teacher training courses: I am
pleased there will be an expansion of the number
of places on post primary teacher education
courses as well as additional places in the priority
areas of STEM, Irish and Foreign Languages.
Some concerns have been raised with me by local
principals regarding teacher supply and I have
consistently raised these with the Minister. Some
measures have previously been announced to
support schools in managing these issues;
including expanding the number of days a teacher
can work while on a career break. The Minister is
taking further action by expanding the number of
places on teacher education programmes with a
heavy emphasis on certain subject areas at post
primary level, to ensure that schools can get the
right mix of subject teachers.
Wishing all Lucan Newsletter Readers and Staff a
Happy St Patrick’s Day!
Mayor Paul Gogarty – Independent “Not just at election time” Tel: 087-2752489
Email: [email protected]
Have your say €300k: I attended the first
information meetings for “Have Your Say”
2018/19 in Clondalkin this week. Meanwhile,
gradual progress is being made on the chosen
projects for Lucan (following on from the
Christmas lights) with the tender for the multi-use
games wall starting shortly and further
examination of structural issues at King John’s
Bridge. I launched the free lending books scheme
at Stewarts in Rosse Court last Wednesday and
these are being rolled out at a number of
locations, including Ballyowen Community
Centre. Next week I will be planting the first of
the fruit trees at a location in Vesey Park. The
Council’s Corporate Services Director has
pointed out that the timescale for implementation
of the projects is a year from the last meeting of
the Steering Group, which would be
end September 2018.
Cllr. William Lavelle – Fine Gael 0874107885. [email protected]
Adamstown to Celbridge Road link: SDCC has
approved planning permission for this important
road link which I have lobbied to progress in
recent years. This road will alleviate pressure on
Newcastle Road by giving Adamstown traffic
another route to the N4.
Lucan Community College: As Chairman of
Lucan Community College, I welcome the
approval of fire safety certification for our long-
awaited extension. This project has been seriously
delayed due to the bureaucracy of the school
building approval process. We’ve a long way to
go but I’m glad we’re making progress!
SDCC Community Grants: Applications for
Community Grants and the Community
Infrastructure Fund opens on Monday 19th
March,
with a deadline for applications of Friday
13th
April. See www.sdcc.ie for details.
St. Patrick’s Day: Enjoy the parade. Well done to
the organising community and all participants
Cllr. Liona O’Toole – Independent 087-2795274.
[email protected] www.lionaotoole.com
Litter in our parks: Park users have raised
concerns with litter and in particular dog waste in
our parks. I have tabled a motion requesting
council management to examine piloting Dog
litter bins in our parks. Also following my
question raised in relation to Solar Bins being
piloted in the county the following response was
received “Due to procurement requirements
which are currently being addressed, the pilot of
the Solar Bins has not yet commenced”. As the
number of bins within our parks still remains an
issue I will continue to campaign for additional
bins.
Water disruption/quality: Residents have been
in touch with me regarding water disruption and
water quality. I have raised these issues directly
with Irish Water and they will be making further
contact with residents and they have also
committed to investigating these issues further.
Wishing all Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
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Membership is now overdue for 2018, deadline
for the interest free 6 month instalment closes this
weekend. Unregistered players should not be
allowed play.
We got back up and running quickly after the
snow following a massive effort from the
volunteers clearing the snow off the Astro, so a
big thanks to all who helped over the two nights.
After Storm Emma halted all action
last week, we did get back up and
running this weekend, although not
all games made it as pitches were still
carrying the affects. Good wins across the boys
football with wins for 15A and B. 14As also had a
big win over Na Fianna and made it 3 from 3 in
the league. 14B lost out narrowly. 13B had a
convincing win. Full Juvenile Football report on
the club website In Camogie 15A had a great two
point win away vs Castleknock, 13A drew and
13B had a narrow one point win over Ballyboden.
In Ladies football a super 2pt win for the 16A
team away from home vs Ballyboden and 14B
team had a convincing win as well.
Our Minor Footballs drew vs Na Fianna.
Our Senior Hurlers back in Division 1 didn’t have
such a good weekend losing out to Na Fianna and
our third hurling team also lost away from home
to Parnells. The Jnr A game was postponed due to
pitch conditions.
Easter Camps
The dates for the Easter camp (age 5 to U12) and
School of Excellence (U13-U15) have been
decided. They will run for 4 days, 27th-30th
March, and from 10am to
2:30pm each day. The 4 days
will include football and
camogie/hurling and will be
€50 for the School of
Excellence and €45 for the
Easter camp. Registration can
be done through the club’s website.
Club Shop is scheduled to open Thursdays 7:30-
8:30 and Saturday’s 10:30am – 1:00pm.
25 Card Drive continues every Friday 9pm.
Caters for all levels, beginners welcome.
The ‘Cúpla Focal’ Club is on Mondays at
7.30pm.
Bingo is on Wednesdays 8:30pm
Lucan District Credit Union Academy is on
Saturdays, 9:30am for Girls and 10am for boys
(5+)
DATE FOR THE DIARY – Good Friday -
Annual Maintenance Day -We are looking for
people to give a hand for an hour or two on Good
Friday particularly those who have relevant skills
– electricians, carpenters, painters etc.
Lotto
Last week there was no winner of
the €20,000 lotto where the
numbers were 3, 10, 13 and 28.
This week’s draw will be
managed by Josephine Donohue and is sponsored
by Newcastle Golf Centre. Tickets can be
purchased online, at the club, in Carey’s
Newsagents, in Vesey Arms or Kenny’s Bar.
COMING SOON!! A new Coffee Shop
We have outgrown the HUT; and so with
everything things move on and we are always
looking forward and development; we have a new
exciting Coffee Shop on the Horizon; as with
everything in the Club we will need
VOLUNTEERS to assist with more opening
hours for when people will want to frequent
it…anyone willing to get involved in either set-up
or manning please make contact with Jackie 086
677 6122.
U-14 League Division 1
Lucan Sarsfields 6-11, Na Fianna 2-08
The U14A boys played their first home game on
the Juvenile Pitch on a lovely day considering the
weather of late. The football did not disappoint
either. Playing into a stiff breeze towards the
senior pitch, Lucan went into a quick 2 point lead.
With their first real attack Na Fianna won a
penalty in which our goalkeeper and our defender
collided in bravely attempting to prevent a goal
chance. The penalty was dispatched and Na
Fianna took the lead. However this was not to last
long as Lucan came back immediately with a well
worked goal almost immediately from the kick
out. This was the one and only time Na Fianna
led Lucan as the boys pressed home their effort
and desire to win every ball and punish any loose
play from the visitors. Going into the second half
Lucan continued to pile on the pressure and eased
to a well-deserved win 6-11 to 2-08 win.
LUCAN HARRIERS A.C. It has been a great week for Lucan Harriers
athletes with strong performances in National
Indoor Masters Championships, National
Duathlon Championships, Meath Spring 10k and
Half Marathon, Wine on the Line 10k and
parkrun.
National Indoor Masters Championships –
Saturday 10th March: Lucan Harriers athletes
put in some great performances at the National
Indoor Masters Championships held in Athlone
IT on Saturday 10th March. On foot of their
results Annette Durkan and Carol Kearney will
now represent Ireland at the European Indoor
Masters Championships which will be held in
Madrid. Annette will compete in the 60m, Carol
in the 400m and both of them in the 200m and
200m Relays. Their races start 19th March and
continue to Saturday 24th March. Best of luck
ladies!
National Indoor Masters Championships
medallists Niamh Fitzgerald, Carol Kearney
and Annette Durkan.
Ladies
60m: Annette Durkan won the bronze medal in
the W40 60m in a time of 8.72.
200m: Carol Kearney won Bronze in the W50
200m in a time of 30.53.
400m: Niamh Fitzgerald won Gold in the W40
400m in a time of 1.04.03.
Carol Kearney won Silver in the W50 400m in a
time of 1.08.99.
800m: Niamh Fitzgerald won the Gold medal in
the W40 800m in a time of 2.21.28.
Men
60m: Hugh Walsh performed strongly to finish
6th in the M50 60m in a time of 8.23.
200m: Hugh Walsh finished 6th in the M50 200m
in a time of 27.11
800m: Derek Lynch finished 8th in the M40
800m final in a time of 2.15.64.
Colin O’Gara finished 7th in the M50 800m final
in a time of 2.32.47.
1,500m Eoin Fitzgerald won the bronze medal in
the M45 in a time of 4.36.21.
National Duathlon Championships, Donegal –
Sunday 11th March: Will Byrne headed to
Letterkenny, County Donegal for the National
Duathlon Championships. This consists of a 10k
Run, 40k Cycle and finishes with a 5k Run. Will
finished 20th overall and won the National 045
Title.
Meath Spring Half Marathon & 10k – Sunday
11th March: These two races were organised by
Bohermeen AC. Kathleen Trunk took part in the
10k and finished 53rd overall out of 410 entries in
a time of 46.29. In the Half Marathon David
Trunk was first Lucan Harrier home in a time of
1.37.16. Next in was Helen McGinnity in 2.00.38
followed by Jill Meredith in 2.20.04, Siobhan
Casey in 2.21.22 and Aileen Walsh in 2.34.36.
Wine on the Line 5k and 10k, Kildare –
Sunday 11th March: Two Lucan Harriers
headed to Kildare for the Wine on the Line 10k.
Not sure if it was the fabulous medal or the wine
at the finish line but they both put in good
performances. Susan McDonald finished in
1.07.11 and Laura McCabe in 1.08.16.
Parkrun: Lucan Harriers were represented at 6
parkruns including Edinburgh and the inaugural
Portumna parkrun in Co. Galway. At Griffeen
parkrun Alex O'Brien led the field home in a time
of 19.09 and Breda Smyth was second lady home
in 21.36. At Corkagh parkrun PJ Hyland was 3rd
home in 19.55 with Lorraine Heffernan first lady
home in 22.05.
ST. MARY'S LUCAN BRIDGE CLUB Results for 12/3/18
N/S: 1st Jacinta Mc Kelvey & Marguerite
Cunningham
2nd Angela Kelly & Willie Doyle
3rd Frances Dempsey & Mary O'Mahony
E/W: 1st Eileen Lynch & Sheila Fallon
2nd Betty Fitzpatrick & Ann Bolger
3rd Maura O'Reilly & Noeline Brennan.
President's Competition 26/3/18 please be
seated at 9.30am.
LUCAN PITCH & PUTT CLUB St Patrick’s Day – Drive In - Postponed
Due to the bad weather over the last number of
weeks our course is waterlogged and hence we
have had to postpone our Drive In. We have
rescheduled our Drive In to the Easter weekend
weather permitting – commencing Saturday 31st
March at circa 9.15am where we will have our
competition running over the three days –
Saturday, Sunday and Monday.
Dates for your Diary
a) Saturday 17th
March – Come and watch
Ireland V England with us hopefully
securing the Grand Slam followed at
5pm with some great Music.
b) Our Captains’ Drive In is Saturday 31st
March - Sponsor A & A Engineering
Ltd.
c) 24th
March – Music in the Club
Membership Fee 2018
Please note that your annual membership fee is
due and can be paid to any committee member
New Members Welcome – Adults and
Juveniles
Our Club is now open for membership. If you
would like to join our Club please contact the
Secretary in writing and we will be in touch with
the relevant details by return. You can join as a
family or individual or indeed you are more than
welcome to call into the Club House and ask for
any committee member who will be only too
willing to discuss your enquiry – best time to call
is at the weekend.
Wishing you Well
The committee and members wish to extend their
best wishes to Dave Hayden on his recent medical
set back. Our thoughts and wishes are with Dave
you over the coming weeks and looking forward
to seeing you restored to full health in the not too
distant future.
ST. MARY'S CARDS 1
st Eugene McGarrell
2nd
John Garde
3rd
Maureen Carthy
4th
John Carey
Our March general meeting
was a lively affair; first we
had an unexpected but very
welcome guest, Frances
Fitzgerald TD. Frances
sought to understand what
our group is about, the
progress we have made to date, and how she
could best assist us in our efforts to obtain our
own shed. Then we welcomed several new people
to our meeting and in revising & reviewing our
actions to date some very positive suggestions
were made -and warmly received. We have
identified some new possibilities and we are
working to obtain more practical support from our
Council -as we are all direct contributors to our
Council via our Property Taxes we believe we are
applicants for Council support, not supplicants for
a charitable hand-out.
The next open, general meeting of Men's Shed
Lucan will be on Monday, 17th April; 6.30 to
7.45pm in Lucan Library (the Library is located
in the SuperValu shopping centre on the
Newcastle Road, close to Starbucks). As usual,
this general meeting offers everybody a chance to
have their say and voice their opinions and/or
suggestions. If you have an idea or suggestion
come and share it with us, all of us. We will also
be reviewing progress on the new options
identified at our March meeting. Looking forward
to a positive and productive meeting
Palmerstown
Tea Dance Palmerstown
Community and Youth Centre
(beside Supervalu)
End of every month on a
Sunday from 3-6pm More information: 01 6166981
March 25th – Harmony
Lucan Bridge Club Charity Night In Aid of
St Francis Hospice and Laura Lynn Foundation
Wednesday 28th March 2018
at 7.30pm in The Springfield Hotel, Leixlip
Subscription €10 Ph: Bernadette
Light Refreshments 0868813682
Citizens Information Centre Ballyowen Castle Community Centre, Lucan
Ph: 0761 07 5090, Fax. 01 6217930.
Email [email protected]
www.citizensinformation.ie
Opening hours: Monday to Friday
10 am to 1 pm and 2pm to 4 pm each day,
convenience, please arrive before 12.30 p.m. in
the morning, and before 3.45pm in the afternoon,
as we close promptly.
Citizens Information Phone Service (CIPS)
0761 07 4000 – opening hours 9 am to 8 pm
Monday to Friday.
MABS (Money Advice and Budgeting Service)
helpline and MABS mortgage arrears helpline are
both on the same number 0761 07 2000.
Our services are free and confidential.
Free Legal Advice Clinic (FLAC) on Thursday
nights from 7 pm to 8.30 pm. FLAC telephone
and referral line 1890 350250. Please note that
FLAC provides Free Legal Advice and not Free
Legal Aid.
Know Your Rights: Parental Leave Question:
What is parental leave? Can both parents take it? Answer:
Each parent of an eligible child may take up to 18
weeks of unpaid parental leave from work. Leave
can be taken no later than the child’s eighth
birthday. However, if your child has a disability
or a long-term illness, you can take parental leave
up to their 16th birthday. If you adopt a child
between the ages of six and eight, you can take
leave for that child up to two years after the date
of the adoption order. (Your contract of
employment may also provide for an extended
age limit.)
You can take 18 weeks of leave per child in one
continuous period or in two separate blocks of a
minimum of six weeks. If you take it in two
separate blocks, there must be a gap of at least 10
weeks between the two periods of leave per child.
However, if your employer agrees, you can
separate parental leave into periods of days or
even hours.
Taking parental leave does not affect your other
employment rights. Apart from the loss of pay
and pension contributions, your position remains
as if no parental leave had been taken. This
means, for example, that while on parental leave
you will continue to accumulate your annual
leave entitlement. While you are on parental
leave, a public holiday that falls on a day when
you would normally be working is added to your
period of leave.
When you return to work after taking parental
leave, you can ask for a change in your work
pattern or working hours for a set period. Your
employer must consider your request, but is not
obliged to grant it.
Both parents have an equal entitlement to 18
weeks’ parental leave each. Unless you and your
partner work for the same employer, this leave is
non-transferable; you can only claim your own
parental leave entitlement of up to 18 weeks per
child. However, if you both work for the same
employer and your employer agrees, you may
transfer up to 14 weeks of your parental leave
entitlement to each other.
Celbridge Mill Community Centre Main Street, Celbridge. Phone: 01 6288556.
www.celbridgemillcommunitycentre.ie
Children’s Easter Art and Activity Camp for
5-12 years, 9.30am-2.30pm. March 26-29.
Phone: 01 6288556.
Free Disability Inclusion Course / Training Sat
30th
March – 1 Day Course
Phone: 045 980547.
Community Choir Practise is now on Wed
Mornings – 11am-1pm .Ideal for people living
with dementia and their carers.
Players Required for Mens Walking Soccer over 55s – 80 years on Tuesdays at 7pm and 12
noon on Thursdays" at Celbridge Mill.
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Or 3 Hillcrest Walk, Lucan.
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Church Notices – Sunday 18th March 2018
5th Sunday of Lent
St. Mary's Lucan Sunday Masses:
Vigil Saturday, 6.30 pm, 8.45am, 9.45am,
11am, 12.15pm and 7pm
Weekday Masses during Lent: 10am
and 7.30pm
During Lent the Rosary will be said at
9.30am, followed by Morning Prayer at
9.45am. Monday to Saturday.
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament:
(Nuns Chapel), on Thursday 2pm-4pm
and Saturday 7.30 pm – 9.00 pm
Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturday after 10 am Mass and after the
6.30pm Mass
Baptisms:
Baptism will take place every weekend.
We ask parents to call to the Sacristy to
book at least one month before
ceremony.
Deepest Sympathy to the wife, family
and friends of Jim Greene late of Esker
Lane, and to the family and friends of
Mary Ryan late of Ardeevin.
May they rest in peace.
Lucan Presbyterian Church Sunday:
10.30am Morning Worship
Crèche and Children’s Ministry.
All Welcome.
Lucan Methodist Church Sunday: 10am Holy Communion
St. Patrick's Esker / Dodsboro / Adamstown Sunday Masses:
Vigil Saturday, 7.00 pm, 9am, 10.30am and
12 noon Folk Mass
Weekday Masses: Monday to Saturday 10am
Sacrament of Reconciliation:
Saturdays after 10am and 7pm Masses
Baptisms: 1st and 3
rd Sundays at 12.45pm and 2
nd
Saturday at 12.30pm. At least four weeks’ notice
is required to facilitate preparation. Applications
between 10am and 1.00pm Monday to Friday at
Parish Office or after any Mass as Parents are
required to attend a pre-Baptism Meeting.
Bookings cannot be accepted on the telephone or
by email.
Divine Mercy Lucan South Sunday Masses:
Vigil Saturday, 6.30 pm, 10.30 am and 12 noon
Weekday Masses: Monday to Friday 9.15am
Adoration and Prayer: Adoration – Friday 10am-3pm
Prayer Group – Monday 7.30pm-8.30pm
Scripture Reading – Tuesday 9.45am-10.45am
Baptisms: Parents are asked to attend an information
meeting before making arrangements or booking
dates.
St. Andrew’s Church of Ireland Sunday: St. Andrew’s - 9am and 10am
St. Mary’s Leixlip 11.30am
Gospel Baptist Church Pastor Les Hill,
Church Office: 085-190 2454
Web: www.LucanChurch.com
There will be NO evening Mass on
Monday 26th
March due to
Penitential Service.
Annual Collection for Crosscare Youth Services will be at all
Masses THIS weekend 17th
and 18th
March
It will replace the normal SHARE collection
