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Walk in Sean's Memory

Next Saturday, March 6 as we approach Sean Reilly's first anniversary, his family and friends are holding a walk in his memory. You can take part in two ways, virtually in your area or at the track at New Inn at a designated time. Lavey GAA members doing the walk virtually can send a WhatsApp of the route to the Club Facebook or Twitter accounts. If you intend doing the walk at New Inn, please indicate your time preference on the link provided.

Ladies AGM

The Lavey Ladies Annual General Meeting took place via Zoom on Saturday evening last. The following were elected for 2021: Chairperson - Stephen Hughes, Vice Chairperson - Mick Kavanagh, Joint Treasurers - Sinead Cusack and Liam Sheridan, Assistant Treasurer - Michelle Donohoe, Secretary - Michelle Hughes, Assistant Secretary - Catherine Clarke, PRO - Marie Glennon, Assistant PRO - Michelle Hughes, Insurance Officers - Walter Bourgoin and Catherine Clarke, Children's Officer - Alan Moore, Coaching Officer - Andy Tully and Registration Officer - Michelle Hughes. Juvenile Committee: Chairperson - Walter Bourgoin, Vice Chairperson - Shane McEvoy, Secretary - Amanda Cooke and Assistant Secretary - Finola Maguire. Fundraising Committee: Brian Conaty, Shane McEvoy and Sharon Monahan.

Killyconnan NS Enrolment

Application for enrolment to Killyconnan NS is now taking place. Enrolment application forms for new pupils are available from the school by phoning 049 4330540 or by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Online Masses

All public Masses are suspended in the Diocese of Kilmore until further notice. Churches remain open for people to visit and pray. Spiritual communion is encouraged by participation in Mass and other liturgies by radio, television, webcam, etc.
A new live streaming service is now available from St. Dympna's Church, Lower Lavey with Masses online.
The Online Mass times are as follows: Wednesday March 3 at 10am, Thursday March 4 at 10am, Friday March 5 at 7.30pm, Saturday March 6 at 8.30pm and Sunday March 7 at 10am and 11am.

Offertory/Dues Envelopes

If people would like to contribute to the upkeep of the church, envelopes can be put through the letterbox of either parochial house.

Trocaire

This year's Trocaire's Lenten campaign invites us to walk with two women, Awat and Ajak, brought together by the horror of war in South Sudan and whose families are now sharing their lives with love and kindness. Your support for the Trocaire campaign of social justice is much needed and appreciated. Trocaire boxes are available in both St. Dympna's Churches Upper and Lower.

Emotional Wellbeing

If you are experiencing distress or worried about someone, please know that help is available. Contact your GP or out of hours Doc on Call at 1850 777 911 ( 6pm - 8am, Monday - Friday and 24 hrs at weekends ).
The following supports are anonymous, free and available 24/7, 7 days a week:

Samaritans - Freephone 116 123 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Pieta House - Freephone 1800 247 247 or text HELP to 51444
Text YMH to 50808 or visit 50808
Visit www.your mental health.ie or call 1800 111 888

North West STOP

North West STOP provides FREE Counselling and is available with No Waiting Lists. Please phone or text the Counselling Coordinator on 086 777 2009 to arrange to speak with a counsellor.

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New Organisations

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