Glanmire Catholic Parish

11/09/2026

Glanmire Parish Newsletter 13th September 2026

Forgiveness

Forgiveness is very difficult at times until you recognise the link between forgiveness and showing mercy.
The following ideas come mostly from the writings of Ciara Lubich (of the
Focolare movement). They help to explain what true forgiveness is.
Forgiveness is not deliberately forgetting what has actually happened.
Forgiveness is not weakness, like giving in to a stronger person out of fear. Forgiveness does not consist in saying something seriously bad does not matter. Forgiveness is not becoming indifferent to what is wrong and right.
Forgiveness is an unambiguous act of will. It is clearly understood by both parties, the wrongdoer and the wronged person.
Forgiveness is a little easier if you avoid wallowing in or nourishing anger. Remember, anger is an emotion: it is not meant to become a way of life.
True Forgiveness is the ultimate act of mercy.

Car Parking
Since the consolidation of Weekend Masses, carparking remains an issue, especially in keeping the carpark entrances and exits clear, for the unhindered access of emergency vehicles. We again ask for your patience and cooperation with the following:
Please do not park in the reserved spaces for resident and visiting Priests.
Please do not park in any of the clear ways marked out by yellow lines. These areas are essential to allow unrestricted access to emergency services at all times. They also allow for the safe two-way flow of traffic.
Please do not move traffic cones, they are there for a reason.
It is inevitable that double parking will be required. If you have to double park, we would respectfully ask that you return to your car as quickly as possible, so as not to impede other vehicles.
Thank You on behalf of the Parish Assembly

Autumn Dues envelopes are now available in the sacristy. We are requesting volunteers to deliver the envelopes in their own area. Your help is much appreciated.

Priesthood Education Collection – will take place next weekend on the 19th and 20th September 2026. Your support as always is appreciated.

Social Tea and coffee and chats next Sunday 20th September after 10.30am Mass in Parish Centre and on every 3rd Sunday of the month. Come for the chat.

World Youth Day South Korea – young adults 18-30 years old, taking place late July – Early August 2027. Information evening on Wednesday 16th September at 7pm, Mardyke House, Cork. Email [email protected]

Cork Scripture Group: would like to invite anyone who is interested in Scripture to join us for the following course. 4 Monday nights (28th September, 5th, 12th and 19th October) on ‘I, Paul The Life and Letters of St Paul.’ Presenters: Sean O’Sullivan, Marian Mortell, Phil Mortell. Saturday workshop (March 21st) on ‘Two contrasting prison letters: Philemon and Philippians’ facilitated by Sr. Mary T. Brien PBVM. Cost: €50 for the entire course including workshop (€10 for those who wish to attend the workshop only) To book a place please email [email protected]

Upper Glanmire Community Centre – One man show, “C’mere til I tell ya a good one” on Friday 18th September at 8.00pm, Adults only. Entry, €20.00 cash only.

04/09/2026

Glanmire Parish Newsletter 06 Sep 2026

Reflection

The three readings today deal with the same theme of fraternal correction. This is a very difficult thing today and it can only be exercised through
genuine love and the purist of motives.
Children in primary school are generally much better at it than teenagers in secondary school. And teenagers are generally much
better than adults (of all ages).
We have to learn how to help and heal each other properly through genuine love and the purist of motives.
This is central to avoiding the following tendencies of
Being nosey and curious in a negative way,
Being judgmental,
Being motivated by jealousy or getting even (pay back time)
Being an informer, telling tales, spreading gossip.
The gospel today lays down a procedure for fraternal correction within a community of believers.

Car Parking
Since the consolidation of Weekend Masses, carparking remains an issue, especially in keeping the carpark entrances and exits clear, for the unhindered access of emergency vehicles. We again ask for your patience and cooperation with the following:
Please do not park in the reserved spaces for resident and visiting Priests.
Please do not park in any of the clear ways marked out by yellow lines. These areas are essential to allow unrestricted access to emergency services at all times. They also allow for the safe two-way flow of traffic.
Please do not move traffic cones, they are there for a reason.
It is inevitable that double parking will be required. If you have to double park, we would respectfully ask that you return to your car as quickly as possible, so as not to impede other vehicles.
Thank You on behalf of the Parish Assembly

Autumn Dues envelopes are now available in the sacristy. We are requesting volunteers to deliver the envelopes in their own area. Your help is much appreciated.

Parish Office Opening hours: The Parish Office is now open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays from 10.00am – 1.00pm

The next Queen of Peace Prayer Group meeting will be Friday 11th September at 7pm to 8:30pm in the Parish Rooms. Light refreshments afterwards. All Welcome. For information contact Sean O'Shaughnessy 086 295 9380

Special evening of Eucharistic Healing with Fr. John Keane in St Joseph’s Church on Thursday 10th September at 7.00pm, After Mass: Exposition of the blessed Sacrament and Fr John Keane will give individual Eucharistic blessings. All are welcome.

Cork & Ross Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes | September 18th to 23rd
The Cork and Ross Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place from the 18th to the 23rd this year under the patronage of Bishop Fintan Gavin. Flights are from Cork Airport direct to Lourdes Airport. You can travel as a pilgrim with a full daily pilgrimage program, or if you require assistance to travel then you can come as one of our Assisted Pilgrims and stay in special assisted accommodation. To make this pilgrimage possible for our assisted pilgrims we need in the region of 130 volunteers to come, so maybe you might be someone who can come as a helper, and have a very rewarding and fulfilling experience? Choice of hotels are available from €939. Call Joe Walsh Tours on 01 2410 800 to book a place. For any general enquiries email or call Mary on [email protected] or 085 2525 040.

16/08/2026

Marie and Sheila celebrating the same special birthday around now! Congratulations to you both!

18/06/2026

Glanmire Parish Newsletter 21 June 2026

PARISH OUTING

Thursday 25th June 2026
The day will include
Tea, Coffee and scones in the Round Tower Hotel, Ardmore
Visit to St Declan’s Well &Mass in Ardmore
Time for a walk on the beach
Visit to Lismore and The Vee
Three Course meal, music, song & dance in
The Firgrove Hotel, Mitchelstown.
Leaving St Joseph’s Church at 8.45am & returning at 10.30pm
Bookings can be made through the parish office
TOTAL COST - €60.00 per person
The last day to book will be Tuesday 23rd June

Cork & Ross Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes | September 18th to 23rd
The Cork and Ross Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place from the 18th to the 23rd this year under the patronage of Bishop Fintan Gavin. Flights are from Cork Airport direct to Lourdes Airport. You can travel as a pilgrim with a full daily pilgrimage program, or if you require assistance to travel then you can come as one of our Assisted Pilgrims and stay in special assisted accommodation. To make this pilgrimage possible for our assisted pilgrims we need in the region of 130 volunteers to come, so maybe you might be someone who can come as a helper, and have a very rewarding and fulfilling experience? Choice of hotels are available from €939. Call Joe Walsh Tours on 01 2410 800 to book a place. For any general enquiries email or call Mary on [email protected] or 085 2525 040.

Medjugorje Pilgrimage August 25th 2026 ex Cork. 7 nights Half Board in Hotel Leone. Limited seats still available. Cost €949.00pps. Group Leader: Sean O'Shaughnessy, [email protected] or WhatsApp: 086 295 9380

The second collection next weekend will be for Peters Pence. Your support as always is very welcome.

Summer Parish Office Opening hours: The Parish Office will be open Wednesday and Thursdays from 10.00am – 1.00pm for July and August

Social Tea and coffee and chats next Sunday 21st June after 10.30am Mass in Parish Centre and on every 3rd Sunday of the month. Come for the chat.

Medjugorje 45th Anniversary gathering Saturday 27th June 3pm to 5:30pm. Glanmire Parish Centre. All welcome.

The Annual Pioneer Commemoration in honour of Fr. Mathew will take place at 7.30 in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Tory Top Road T12 HW89 on Tuesday 7th July. There will be refreshments afterwards in Togher Community Centre T12 TX 2Y.

The Annual Mass in Rathcooney Graveyard will take place on Tuesday 15th July at 7.30pm and in Ballylucra Cemetery Friday, 17th July 7.30pm

11/06/2026

Glanmire Parish Newsletter 14 June 2026

Thursday 25th June 2026
The day will include
Tea, Coffee and scones in the Round Tower Hotel, Ardmore
Visit to St Declan’s Well
Mass in Ardmore
Time for a walk on the beach
Visit to Lismore and The Vee
Three Course meal, music, song & dance in
The Firgrove Hotel, Mitchelstown.
Leaving St Joseph’s Church at 8.45am & returning at 10.30pm
Bookings can be made through the parish office
TOTAL COST - €60.00 per person

The theme of today’s readings is that God is A Caring God. Our God is a great, wonderful and all-powerful God but at times his ways are mysterious and we sometimes fail to recognise the caring agents in our life and the people through whom God gets his message to us, particularly when we try to sort our problems all by ourselves. How many times do we miss God’s blessings because they are not presented as we expect?

Eucharistic Adoration Renewal – We welcome Eileen Collins and Ray Fitzharris from the Cork and Ross Diosceasn Eucharistic Adoration Apostolate will speak at all Masses on the weekend of the 13th and 14th June. “The best, the surest and the most effective way of establishing peace on the face of the earth is through the great power of Perpetual Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.” Pope John Paul II

Cork & Ross Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes | September 18th to 23rd
The Cork and Ross Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place from the 18th to the 23rd this year under the patronage of Bishop Fintan Gavin. Flights are from Cork Airport direct to Lourdes Airport. You can travel as a pilgrim with a full daily pilgrimage program, or if you require assistance to travel then you can come as one of our Assisted Pilgrims and stay in special assisted accommodation. To make this pilgrimage possible for our assisted pilgrims we need in the region of 130 volunteers to come, so maybe you might be someone who can come as a helper, and have a very rewarding and fulfilling experience? Choice of hotels are available from €939. Call Joe Walsh Tours on 01 2410 800 to book a place. For any general enquiries email or call Mary on [email protected] or 085 2525 040.

Medjugorje Pilgrimage August 25th 2026 ex Cork. 7 nights Half Board in Hotel Leone. Limited seats still available. Cost €949.00pps. Group Leader: Sean O'Shaughnessy WhatsApp: 0862959380 or [email protected].

Social Tea and coffee and chats next Sunday 21st June after 10.30am Mass in Parish Centre and on every 3rd Sunday of the month. Come for the chat.

Mass will be celebrated in St Joseph’s Cemetery, Little Island on Friday 26th June at 7.30pm. Please bring your own chair as seating will not be provided. In the event of bad weather, the Mass will be celebrated in nearby St Joseph’s Church. Car Parking is available in the grounds of St Joseph’s Church

04/06/2026

CEMETERY MASSES IN THE FAMILY OF PARISHES
2026

Kilquane Cemetery Knockraha: Friday, 5th June 7.30pm

Ard na Gaoithe: Friday 5th June 7.30pm

Doonpeter: Monday 22nd June 7.30pm

St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Little Island: Friday, 26th June 7.30pm

Ballinaltig: Friday 3rd July 7.30pm

Ballylucra Cemetery Friday, 17th July 7.30pm

Rathcooney Cemetery Tuesday 14th July 7.30pm

Dun Bolg Friday 14th August 7pm

04/06/2026

Glanmire Parish Newsletter 7th June 2026

The 100th anniversary of the Eucharistic Procession - Sunday 7th June
First held in 1926, the Eucharistic Procession was a wish amongst the people for unity, peace and reconciliation after the Civil War and the War of Independence. They asked Bishop Colahan to have a Eucharistic Procession, bringing Jesus in the Eucharist to the streets of our city. This is an opportunity to witness to our faith while being a part of a living tradition and the history of our city. One hundred years on, we gather as a diocesan family in prayer and thanksgiving, and to honour Jesus in the Eucharist. The Procession will begin at 3pm at the Cathedral of St Mary and St Anne and finish with benediction of the Blessed Sacrament at the Grand Parade. Copies of the programme available at the back of the Church

Eucharistic Adoration Renewal – representatives from the Cork and Ross Diosceasn Eucharistic Adoration Apostolate will speak at all Masses on the weekend of the 13th and 14th June. “The best, the surest and the most effective way of establishing peace on the face of the earth is through the great power of Perpetual Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.” Pope John Paul II

Cork & Ross Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes The Cork and Ross Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place from the 18th to the 23rd this year under the patronage of Bishop Fintan Gavin. Flights are from Cork Airport direct to Lourdes Airport. You can travel as a pilgrim with a full daily pilgrimage program, or if you require assistance to travel then you can come as one of our Assisted Pilgrims and stay in special assisted accommodation. To make this pilgrimage possible for our assisted pilgrims we need in the region of 130 volunteers to come, so maybe you might be someone who can come as a helper, and have a very rewarding and fulfilling experience? Choice of hotels are available from €939. Call Joe Walsh Tours on 01 2410 800 to book a place. For any general enquiries email or call Mary on [email protected] or 085 2525 040.

Medjugorje Pilgrimage August 25th 2026 ex Cork. 7 nights Half Board in Hotel Leone. Limited seats still available. Cost €949.00pps. Group Leader: Sean O'Shaughnessy WhatsApp: 0862959380 or [email protected].

St Vincent de Paul church gate collection will take place this weekend. Thank you for your continued support.

PARISH OUTING - Thursday 25th June 2026
The day will include
Tea, Coffee and scones in the Round Tower Hotel, Ardmore
Visit to St Declan’s Well
Mass in Ardmore
Time for a walk on the beach
Visit to Lismore and The Vee
Three Course meal, music, song & dance in The Firgrove Hotel, Mitchelstown.
Leaving St Joseph’s Church Springhill at 8.45am & returning at 10.30pm
Bookings can be made through the parish office
TOTAL COST - €60.00 per person

The Annual Diocesan Pioneer Mass will take place on Friday night 12th June at 7.30p.m. in The Church of The Sacred Heart Glounthane. If you or a member of your family are due to receive an emblem for your Pioneer membership as Diamond, Golden or Silver Jubilarian or if you would like to join the Pioneers as an Adult or a Young Pioneer, please contact Sorcha at 0863642619 or email [email protected] or Aislinn Cogan [email protected] or 0879699488 as soon as possible as there will be a presentation of pins after this Mass.

28/05/2026

Glanmire Parish Newsletter 31 May 2026

The Holy Trinity
When we bless ourselves, we say, In the Name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, mentioning the three persons of the Trinity. As Christians we believe that there are three persons in the one God. God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. The One God exists simultaneously in three ways of being. Each of the divine persons, is the essence of God. These Persons are distinguished from one another only by their relationship to one another. May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all. Amen.

41st All Ireland Rosary Rally - Join over 10,000 people in Knock on Saturday June 6th for the 41st All Ireland Rosary Rally. There is a full day programme with great speakers. Mass with anointing of the sick. Re Consecration of Ireland to the Immaculate Heart of Mary by Arch Bishop Eamon Martin. See www.allirelandrosaryrally.com for more details. Bus from Glounthaune/Glanmire. To book contact Cillian Kelly on 086 8123642

St Vincent de Paul church gate collection will take next place weekend the 6th and 7th June. Thank you for your continued support.

PARISH OUTING - Thursday 25th June 2026
The day will include
Tea, Coffee and scones in the Round Tower Hotel, Ardmore
Visit to St Declan’s Well & Mass in Ardmore Church
Time for a walk on the beach
Visit to Lismore and The Vee
Three Course meal, music & dance in The Firgrove Hotel, Mitchelstown.
Leaving St Joseph’s Church Springhill at 8.45am & returning at 10.30pm
Bookings can be made through the parish office
TOTAL COST - €60.00 per person

The 100th anniversary of the Eucharistic Procession - Sunday 7th June
First held in 1926, the Eucharistic Procession was a wish amongst the people for unity, peace and reconciliation after the Civil War and the War of Independence. They asked Bishop Colahan to have a Eucharistic Procession, bringing Jesus in the Eucharist to the streets of our city. This is an opportunity to witness to our faith while being a part of a living tradition and the history of our city. One hundred years on, we gather as a diocesan family in prayer and thanksgiving, and to honour Jesus in the Eucharist. The Procession will begin at 3pm at the Cathedral of St Mary and St Anne and finish with benediction of the Blessed Sacrament at the Grand Parade.
As part of the lead up to the Eucharistic Procession, the Relics of St. Carlo Acutis will visit the Diocese over the June Bank Holiday weekend. Friday 29th May to Monday 1st June. Copies of the programme available at the back of the Church

Our parish has been invited - To come and adore the blessed sacrament on Thursday the 4th June from 8.00 – 10:00pm in St Peter and Pauls Church, if you would like to join us to take part during this time. Please give your name when leaving mass this weekend

Eucharistic Adoration Renewal – representatives from the Cork and Ross Diosceasn Eucharistic Adoration Apostolate will speak at all Masses on the weekend of the 13th and 14th June. “The best, the surest and the most effective way of establishing peace on the face of the earth is through the great power of Perpetual Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.” Pope John Paul II

Communion - Congratulations to the pupils of St Michael’s Upper Glanmire who received their First Holy Communion last weekend.

Medjugorje Pilgrimage August 25th 2026 ex Cork. 7 nights Half Board in Hotel Leone. Limited seats. Cost €949.00pps. Contact Sean on 0862959380

Join us at the All Ireland Rosary Rally in Knock and experience the power of prayer. Register now and be part of a global movement.

21/05/2026

Glanmire Parish Newsletter 24 May 2026

Pentecost

Today is the Feast of the Pentecost. The Day when the Holy Spirit descended from Heaven and filled the Apostles with wisdom, understanding, right judgement, courage, knowledge, awe in the presence of God and holiness. On our Confirmation Day we receive the Holy Spirit in a special way. While we were baptised with water and the Holy Spirit, the full significance of this only comes to light when we are preparing for the sacrament of Confirmation. This is when we learn about the gifts of the Spirit and the fruits of the Spirit. If we recognise the gifts and fruits of the spirit in our lives and in the lives of those about us through belief, trust and following the way of Jesus Christ then the Holy Spirit become more a reality in our lives. God has a predetermined plan for each of us. A plan which we would not have dreamed about or thought about ourselves. But it is our acceptance of the gifts of Holy Spirit that enables us to answer God’s call and deal with animosity, hardship and persecution. To God be honour and glory forever. May he fill us with hope and with the power of the Holy Spirit. Lord you are our help and salvation.

The office will be closed next Tuesday 26th May, open as normal on Wednesday and Thursday from 10:00am – 1.00pm.

The 100th anniversary of the Eucharistic Procession - Sunday 7th June
First held in 1926, the Eucharistic Procession was a wish amongst the people for unity, peace and reconciliation after the Civil War and the War of Independence. They asked Bishop Colahan to have a Eucharistic Procession, bringing Jesus in the Eucharist to the streets of our city. This is an opportunity to witness to our faith while being a part of a living tradition and the history of our city. One hundred years on, we gather as a diocesan family in prayer and thanksgiving, and to honour Jesus in the Eucharist. The Procession will begin at 3pm at the Cathedral of St Mary and St Anne and finish with benediction of the Blessed Sacrament at the Grand Parade.
As part of the lead up to the Eucharistic Procession, the Relics of St. Carlo Acutis will visit the Diocese over the June Bank Holiday weekend. Friday 29th May to Monday 1st June. Copies of the programme available at the back of the Church

Our parish has been invited to come and adore the blessed sacrament on Thursday the 4th June from 8.00 – 10:00pm in St Peter and Pauls Church, if you would like to join us to take part during this time. Please give your name when leaving mass this weekend

Eucharistic Adoration Renewal – representatives from the Cork and Ross Diosceasn Committee will speak at all Masses on the weekend of the 13th and 14th June.

Annual mass for deceased will be held in Caherlag Graveyard, on Wednesday May 27th at 7:30pm

Congratulations to to the pupils of St Joseph’s School who received their First Holy Communion last Saturday.

Law’s Well, unveiling of plaque at entrance to Glashaboy Woods Housing Estate on Friday 29th may at 6.30pm. All are welcome.

Social Tea and coffee and chats next Sunday 24th May after 10.30am Mass in Parish Centre and on every 3rd Sunday of the month. Come for the chat.

41st All Ireland Rosary Rally - Join 0ver 10,000 people in Knock on Saturday June 6th for the 41st All Ireland Rosary Rally. There is a full day programme with great speakers. Mass with anointing of the sick. Re Consecration of Ireland to the Immaculate Heart of Mary by Arch Bishop Eamon Martin. See www.allirelandrosaryrally.com for more details. Bus from Glounthaune/Glanmire. To book contact Cillian Kelly on 086 8123642

Join us at the All Ireland Rosary Rally in Knock and experience the power of prayer. Register now and be part of a global movement.

15/05/2026

Glanmire Parish Newsletter 17 May 2026

The 100th anniversary of the Eucharistic Procession - Sunday 7th June
First held in 1926, the Eucharistic Procession was a wish amongst the people for unity, peace and reconciliation after the Civil War and the War of Independence. They asked Bishop Colahan to have a Eucharistic Procession, bringing Jesus in the Eucharist to the streets of our city. This is an opportunity to witness to our faith while being a part of a living tradition and the history of our city. One hundred years on, we gather as a diocesan family in prayer and thanksgiving, and to honour Jesus in the Eucharist. The Procession will begin at 3pm at the Cathedral of St Mary and St Anne and finish with benediction of the Blessed Sacrament at the Grand Parade.

As part of the lead up to the Eucharistic Procession, the Relics of St. Carlo Acutis will visit the Diocese over the June Bank Holiday weekend. Friday 29th May to Monday 1st June. St. Carlo Acutis has inspired young people throughout the world through his deep devotion to the Eucharist. The visit of his relics offers a special opportunity to prepare spiritually for the Eucharistic Procession, helping us to deepen our appreciation and understanding of Christ’s real presence in the Eucharist.
The relics will travel to different locations across the diocese, allowing many people to participate in this significant and grace-filled occasion.

Copies of the programme available at the back of the Church
Family Mass - We will have a Family Mass on Saturday May 23rd at 5.30pm in St Joseph's Church Springhill. All are welcome. We specially invite all Children who recently made First Holy Communion regardless of which School, to attend and also to wear your First Communion cloths. Please come early as seats will be reserved for the children at the top of the Church. This also gives parents a chance to take some photos in a more relaxed setting after Mass. The Children's choir the St Joseph’s will be singing at Mass.
We look forward to seeing you there.

Exam Mass - Our Family of Parishes will celebrate Mass for all students doing exams in Carraig an Aifreann, Glenville, on Friday 22nd May at 7.30pm, weather permitting. In the event of inclement weather, the Mass will be celebrated in St. Joseph’s Church, Glenville. All welcome.

Annual mass for deceased will be held in Caherlag Graveyard, on Wednesday May 27th at 7:30pm

A copy of the 2025 parish accounts are now available form the parish office.

Comhghairdeachas to to the pupils of Gael Scoil Ui Drisceoil who received their First Holy Communion last Saturday.

41st All Ireland Rosary Rally - Join 0ver 10,000 people in Knock on Saturday June 6th for the 41st All Ireland Rosary Rally. There is a full day programme with great speakers. Mass with anointing of the sick. Re Consecration of Ireland to the Immaculate Heart of Mary by Arch Bishop Eamon Martin. See www.allirelandrosaryrally.com for more details. Bus from Glounthaune/Glanmire. To book contact Cillian Kelly on 086 8123642

Cork Ecumenical Bible Week Invitation
Sunday May 17th at 7.00 p.m. in Our Lady Crowned, Mayfield
‘Women is St John’s Gospel’ presented by Ms Gillian Kingston
Tuesday morning May 19th at 10.45 a.m. in Sacred Heart Hall, Western Road
‘5 Women on 5 Women in the Acts of the Apostles’ presented by Rev Geraldine Gracie,
Ms Joanna Griffin, Rev Elise Hanley, Dr Rosalie Moloney, Dr Marian Mortell
Thursday May 21st at 7.00 p.m. in St. Luke’s Church, Douglas
‘Women in St. Luke’s Gospel presented by Rev Dr William Olhausen
All events are free to the public and all are welcome.