Parish Information News Sheet: Parish of Newcastle and Newtownmountkennedy With Calary

PARISH INFORMATION NEWS SHEET
Parish of Newcastle and Newtownmountkennedy

with Calary
Rector:
Rev William Bennett
087-9480317
Layreaders:
Caroline Tindal
Michael Croly
Parish Administrator:
Karen Reynolds
087-2866889
Parish Office:
Open Mon - Fri 1.15 - 5.15pm
2819300
Email: nandnparishoffice@gmail.com
Parish Websites:
www.newcastleparish.org
www.newtownmountkennedyparish.org
www.calaryparish.org
From the Rectors Desk

Dear Parishioners,
Fun, food and funds, that is what the dinner dance in the Parish Centre,
Newcastle on the 13th of February had to offer. Oh! and something else
- a lot of hard work and planning was an intrinsic ingredient of a most
enjoyable night! Weeks of meetings and discussions by the social
committee ensured that every detail was planned from publicity to
menu, dcor and entertainment ensuring those present had a memorable
and pleasant evening. Special thanks to Karen and members of the
committee for investing themselves in time and talent guaranteeing the
success of this first major event run by that committee in the new
Centre. Thanks to Gerry for his masterly contribution as MC and disc
jockey for the night, to a bright and efficient team of waiters who
looked after the 103 happy diners - you can surely add this one to your
CV!!! The net amount made for parish funds was 2290. Well done to
all involved.
The Parish Centre gets busier by the week and if you wish to book space
in any part of the premises then please contact Karen, the parish
administrator, ASAP. She is in the office Monday to Friday most weeks
from 1pm to 6pm at 01 2819300.
The Bell Tower at Calary Church has undergone major repairs.
Considerable damage was caused due to water leaking through the roof
of the tower over a long period of time. This meant that on a number of
occasions, during heavy rainfall, the middle hall was flooded and the
walls had become very damp. We hope the repairs just completed will
alleviate the problem for many years to come.
A lively programme of events has been planned to take place in Calary
during the year. Please see the Calary news in PINS each month to keep
up to date with the planned events and as usual there is always a warm
welcome to those who wish to attend any event planned.
As numbers grow in the Youth Club in Newcastle we desperately need

more volunteers who have been through the Safeguarding Trust
training to come forward. Since moving into the new premises
numbers have grown very quickly. We are deeply indebted to those
who generously give their time freely in leadership roles but need
more leaders urgently - can you help?
As we approach Easter and remembering the resurrection of Jesus
Christ I am reminded of those famous words uttered by a dedicated
missionary; If Jesus Christ be God and died for me then no sacrifice
can be too great for me to make for him.
May we know His blessing.
William
13th
FEBRUARY
2015
SUNDAY SCHOOL
Dates for March are Sundays 1st,
8th and 22nd.
CRECHE
Unfortunately there will no
longer be a supervised crche
available during morning services
in Newcastle Church as so very
few parents were using the
facility.
PARENTS AND TODDLERS
The parent and toddler group
meets every Monday morning
from 10.30am in the playroom
and sitting room at the parish
centre. Everyone who is a parent,
grandparent or minder of a baby
or toddler is welcome to come
along for tea/coffee and a chat
while the little ones play.
BOWLS
The bowls club meets for practice
every Thursday at 8pm in the hall
at the parish centre.
JUNIOR CHOIR
The choir practises after school
on a Wednesday in the upstairs
meeting room at the centre. We
look forward to hearing them at
the family service.
TIME OUT
The prayer group continues to
meet every first and third
Tuesday of the month at 8pm in
the sitting room at the centre.
Everyone is welcome to take a
little quiet time away from the
hustle and bustle to pray for the
needs of the world.
BIBLE CLUB
The bible club meets on the
second and fourth Tuesdays of
the month at 8pm in the sitting
room. The study of St Peter is
shaping up to be very interesting.
Feel free to join in at any time. It
is an informal group.
YOUTH FILM CLUB
The film club aimed at 12 to 16
year olds continues to meet every
Saturday at 6.30pm upstairs in the
parish centre.
FRIDAY 6th March

FRIDAY 20th March
8.00
8.009.30pm
MEET AT THE PARISH CENTRE
TABLE TENNIS
The club is up and running again
on a Monday night from 8.30pm
in the hall at the parish centre. A
match is planned for Monday 2nd
March against either Calary or
Enniskerry. All welcome!
PARISH CHOIR
The choir meets for practice on
Monday nights at 8pm in the
upstairs meeting room at the
centre. New members are always
welcome. Contact Andy at 086 1591873
During Lent, instead of giving something up,

why not do something different instead?
Consider giving your time as a volunteer
to lighten the load of the leaders and helpers in
clubs, organisations and activities in the parish.
There are a wide variety of ways in which you
can help and it would be very much appreciated.
Drop in to Karen in the Parish Office
for a list of suggestions.
EASTER VESTRY
An important date for your diary.
The Annual Easter Vestry will be held on
Wednesday 15th April at 8pm in the Parish Centre.
FUNERAL AT NEWCASTLE
BREAKFAST
There was a full church in

Newcastle on the 5th February
for the funeral service for Mrs
Nora Royds, Timore Lane,
Newcastle. Nora had been a
loyal and faithful member of
Newcastle Parish for many years
and shared the, very much
appreciated, duties of organist
where she played approximately
twice a month for many decades.
As well as sharing her musical
skills she also taught Sunday
School and was a ready and
willing person to help in any way
she could. Nora will be
remembered for her gentle spirit
and kindness which has left an
indelible impression on all who
knew her. We express our
sympathy to her family circle, but
especially to John, Beth and
Charlotte.
Pop in to the centre for breakfast

from 8.40am on the morning of
school assembly in the church.
COFFEE
A huge thank you to everyone

who attended the Valentines
Dinner Dance on 13th February,
and to the 25 people who helped
make it all possible. Special
thanks to the committee and the
cooks. A fantastic night and an
amount of 2,290 raised for
parish funds to date. See you all
again next year. KR
The coffee morning continues

every Tuesday from 10.30am.
Stories, chat, laughs with tea,
coffee and toast.
LUNCH
Lunch in March will take place
on Thursday 19th. Book early.
THANKS
Many thanks to everyone who
contributed to the Christmas
Boxes at St Matthews Church in
the run up to Christmas. Your
generosity this year was much
appreciated. Special thanks to
Marie Brassington who organises
the boxes each year.
ROTAS
A gentle reminder to put your
name down for cleaning and
flower arranging at Newcastle
Church. The rotas are on the
notice board in the church porch.
Thank you!
DINNER DANCE
World Day of Prayer

This year, the event will be held
in Calary at 8pm on Friday 6
March and will be followed by
refreshments. Everyone is invited
to come and participate in this
service.
Easter Vestry
Many thanks to all who
The annual Easter Vestry will take
supported the Fields of Life
place at 8pm on Monday 13 April. Sponsorship Scheme in the past
All members are asked to come
year. We are supporting 8
and hear the plans for the church children at the present time. We
in the coming year.
start the new year in April and
you can sponsor a child by
Table Tennis
direct debit, by freewill offering
at the monthly Family Service
Table tennis continues each
(any small change would be
Thursday at 8pm in the Church
welcome) or by contacting June
Room.
Roe tel. no. 2866030. We also
run plant and country produce
sales in conjunction with Parish
Sunday School
events throughout the year to
top
up the funds. Once again,
Sunday School takes place each
many thanks.
Sunday except when there is
Family Service.
Please send any items for inclusion in April PINS to:

information.pins@gmail.com
Items must be received by MONDAY 23rd March
PLAYSCHOOL
Parish Centre, Church Lane, Newcastle
Opening 1st September
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays
2015/2016
Monday to Friday
2016/2017
9am12 noon
2yrs to Primary School Age
Lovely purpose-built premises
Very experienced staff team
Information and Enrolment Forms from:
parishcastlekidz@gmail.com
or phone Karen at 087 2866889
PARISH CENTRE
DAY
MORNING
Sunday
Sunday School
Monday
Parents & Tots
After-School
Tuesday
Coffee
After-School
AFTERNOON
After-School
Wednesday
Junior Choir
EVENING
Choir
Table Tennis
Keep Fit
Time Out
Bible Club
Slimming World
Bowls
Match
Thursday
Lunch
After-School
Bowls
Friday
Chair Yoga
After-School
Youth Club
Saturday
Youth Film Club
FAMILY
SERVICE
WITH THE JUNIOR CHOIR
SUNDAY 15th MARCH
12 NOON
NEWCASTLE CHURCH
COLOURING
Q. Why didn't Noah go fishing?
A.
A. He only had two worms.
Q. Why couldn't Jonah trust the ocean?

A. Because he knew there was something
fishy about it.
DATE
Sunday
1st
Sunday
8th
Sunday
15th
Sunday
22nd
Palm
Sunday
29th
CHURCH
TIME
SERVICE
Calary SS
9.30
WB
HC
St Matthews
10.45
WB/CM
MP
Newcastle SS
12.00
WB/CM
HC
Calary SS
9.30
WB
MP
St Matthews
10.45
WB
HC
Newcastle SS
12.00
WB
MP
Calary
9.30
WB
FS
READING
Ex. 20:1-17
Matt. 5:43-48
Eph. 2:1-10
John 3:14-21
Col. 3:12-17
Newcastle
12.00
WB
FS
Calary SS
9.30
MC
MP
Jer. 31:31-34
St Matthews
10.45
MC
MP
Heb 5:5-10
Newcastle SS
12.00
MC
MP
John 12:20-33
Calary SS
9.30
CT
MP
St Matthews
10.45
CT
MP
Newcastle
12.00
CT
MP
Mark 11:1-11
John 12:12-16
Holy Communion is celebrated every

Wednesday, with prayer for the sick,
at 10.30am in St Matthews,
followed by a cup of tea / coffee in the McLean Room.
All welcome!

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PARISH INFORMATION NEWS SHEET

Parish of Newcastle and Newtownmountkennedy

From the Rectors Desk

As numbers grow in the Youth Club in Newcastle we desperately need

FRIDAY 6th March

During Lent, instead of giving something up,

There was a full church in

Pop in to the centre for breakfast

A huge thank you to everyone

The coffee morning continues

World Day of Prayer

Please send any items for inclusion in April PINS to:

Parents & Tots

Youth Film Club

A. He only had two worms.

Q. Why couldn't Jonah trust the ocean?

Holy Communion is celebrated every

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