29/08/2026
Newsletter 30th August
22nd Sunday Ordinary Time
Anniversaries
Saturday 29th August 6.30
Roger Ryan Toomaline 3rd anniversary
Johanna(Josie) O Dwyer Muine 4th anniversary
Sunday 30th August 11.00
For the people of the parish
Friday 4th September 7.30
Kathleen O’ Meara Toomaline Months Mind
Saturday 5th September 6.30
Michael Lysaght Gurtnageira Months Mind
Sunday 6th September 11.00
Mary Madden Gurtavalla 18th anniversary & her husband George Madden 3rd anniversary
Nora Coffey Carrigmore Months Mind
Recently deceased:
Please pray for the repose of the soul of Conor Anderson Huntington, New York nephew of Deacon Tom whose funeral took place on Friday in New York. Sympathy to the bereaved.
Masses this week
Mon, Tues, Wed, 9.30. Friday 7.30.
First Friday
Friday next is 1st Friday of September. Novena Prayers to Our Lady of Perpetual Help and devotions during 7.30pm Mass.
Ministers of the Eucharist & Readers for next weekend: Please refer to your rota.
Eucharistic Adoration: Adoration takes place every Wednesday in the parish church from 3 p.m. to 7p.m.
Weekly Envelopes:
Your financial support for your parish is very much appreciated and every contribution makes a difference. Please make cheques payable to Doon Parochial A/C. Basket collection taken up at weekend masses. Donations can also be made via parish website. Collection last weekend was €1025 . Thank you to all who contributed.
Community Café (10:00 - 16:00) Friday’s (10.00-14.00) Saturday’s at Doon Social Farm.
Doon Community Council Notes: For bookings of hall or Astro Turf pitch: please text/phone 085 755 7318. Bookings must be made in advance. Please note that the playground at the community centre is currently closed and awaiting repairs. Parents are asked not to send their children to the playground until further notice. Apologies for any inconvenience.
Doon Community Council: Annual Coffee Morning & Bake Sale this Sunday 30th August from 10:30am in Moore's Bar.Donations of home baking, firewood, spot prizes etc appreciated. Raffle on the day.
Annual Scrap Metal collection will be held on Saturday 3rd October at the community centre.
Doon and District Mens Shed Meet in the Shed at the Old Convent building from 8pm every Monday night for a chat, cuppa, game of cards or pool and a spot of Archery on a Friday night. New members always welcome.
Doon GAA Note
This week’s Lotto numbers.3,11,21,23. Jackpot €10,000. No Winner. Match 3 Winners.1. Nora Power c/o John Power. 2. Margaret Griffin, Gurtavalla. 3. Liam Long c/o Niall Maher. 4. Roy O'Brien, Fedamore. 5. Liam McKenna, Doon. Lucky dip. 1. Johnny Butler, Carrigbeg. 2. Shauna Ryan, Carrigbeg (Online). 3. Claire Holmes, Gurtavalla (Online). 4. Majella Moloney, Kilmoylan. 5. Mickey Hickey, Cappamore. 6. Johnny Butler, Carrigbeg. 7. C, Jim, John & Mikie c/o Ger Doyles. 8. Geraldine Dore, Gurtavalla. 9. Mary Purcell, Ballyvalode (Online). 10. Jeremiah T. Landers c/o Benji. Promoters Prize: Ger Doyle. Play our Club Lotto online and be in with a chance to win €10,200 next week! Lotto Tickets can also be purchased in Doon at Lenihan’s Centra & Damien Richardson Butchers.
Legion of Mary: Our Lady Queen of Peace Praesidium Doon continues to seek new members.Meetings every Tuesday evening in the Pastoral centre from 6.30 to 7.30. All are welcome.
Cllr Noreen Stokes will be in the office at Doon Community Centre on the 1st Saturday every month from 11am-12, if you have any problems or questions.
Pilgrimages to Medjugorje
Sep 2nd to 9th For more details Contact John O Brien 086 8586304
Knit & Natter: Meet again on Friday 4th September in the Pastoral Centre from 11am to 1pm. New members most welcome.
The Alzheimer society of Ireland holds a get together for people with dementia and their supporters each Tuesday morning from 11:00 - 13:00 In the Social farm Doon titled: "Social farming for the brain". Contact Donal on 0870296617 for details all welcome.
Music & Drama Group for adults: will hold an introduction meeting on Monday August 31st in Doon Community Centre upstairs meeting room. All interested adults welcome. No class fees. Further information contact Angie 087 9826879
Kilmoylan Woods Walkway is closed for 2 weeks from Monday 17 August for upgrade works.
The Paddy Dakar – Community Alert Notice. The annual motorbike orienteering challenge, The Paddy Dakar, takes place on the weekend of 11th and 12th September.This year, more than 200 motorbike riders will set off from Doon, Co. Limerick, travelling over 200 km as part of the event.We would like to ensure that everyone in the community is aware of the event and the increased activity it will bring to local areas. We kindly ask all road users, residents, farmers, landowners and anyone living, working or travelling in the area to please take note of the event and plan accordingly. There will be a high volume of motorbike traffic, particularly on rural roads and routes, throughout the weekend.We appreciate everyone's understanding and cooperation in helping to ensure the event runs safely and smoothly for participants and the wider community.We wish all involved a safe and enjoyable event and we thank you, the local communities for your support.
Pilates Class New 8 week block beginning 2nd September Doon Community Centre from 7-8pm. Bring your own water and mat. Suitable to all fitness levels. Open to men and women. €80 for 8 weeks not pay as you go. Spaces are limited. Contact Dee on 0862650513 to book your spot.
Memory Café
at St. Michael's Day Care Centre. A welcoming Memory Café for people with dementia, memory difficulties, families, and carers takes place at St. Michael's Day Care Centre, Cappamore on Tuesday, 1st September. Attendees can connect, share experiences, and access expert guidance from local Dementia Adviser, Seán Dónal O’Shea. Admission is free, and all are welcome to attend this safe, supportive community event.
Congratulations to Michael Ryan Reenavanna and Angie Krysiak who were married in St Brendan’s Church Birr on Saturday 29th August. We wish them every blessing and happiness in their marriage.
Back to School Prayer Loving God, as our children and young people return to school, bless them in the year ahead. Give them joy in learning, good friends to walk beside them, and courage when things are difficult. Bless their teachers and all who care for them, with patience, wisdom and kindness. Keep everyone safe on their journeys each day, and may our schools be places of welcome, friendship, respect and hope. Amen.
