Local Notes: Baptism celebrations, 50th birthday wishes, and more from Kilcohan and St John's Park

Best wishes to Thomas James Williams and Michael Gerard Connors, and their families - they celebrated their baptisms recently in Waterford's Sacred Heart Church.
We welcome Thomas James Williams and Michael Gerard Connors into our Christian community through Baptism. Please keep them, their parents and God-parents in your prayers. Baptism enquiries / bookings please email: sacredheartparishinfo@gmail.com
The Summer Collection for the support of the Priests of the Parish will be taken up at all Masses next weekend, July 19/20. Envelopes for this collection are being distributed to homes in the parish. We thank you for your generous support.
The Youth 2000 Summer Festival 2025 for 16-35 year olds will take place from August 7-10 at Dominican College, Newbridge, Co Kildare. Excellent workshops, time for prayer and to meet new people and experience the best of what it means to be young and Catholic today! Free buses from around the country. Donation only. Book now at: www.youth2000.ie
The bereavement support group provides a safe space for family members who have experienced the death of a loved one because of problem substance use or related issues. The group is facilitated by two trained psychotherapists and will include respite and other opportunities that may be relevant. This is a free service specific to the South East Family Support Network. Commencing on Tuesday, August 26, from 10:30am to 12:00pm, and will continue for 8 weeks at the Millennium Building, Church Road, Lisduggan, Waterford, X91 FN5V. For further information email: info@serfsn or phone Riona 086 6045805 or Catherine 083 0162069
A very big Happy 50th Birthday is wished to Glencora Tebay, who celebrated over the weekend with family and friends in The Tavern. Thanks to all the wonderful staff and the wonderful food served. Glencora may this year bring you more adventure, endless smiles and the comfort of being surrounded by those you love most. Here's to many more years of wisdom, kindness, and amazing stories. Wishing you an unforgettable birthday filled with joy. Happy 50th Birthday wishes come to you Glencora from Mick and all your family and friends.