Local Notes: Sympathies, religious retreat, blood donation clinic, singing classes and more
The chair yoga classes take place in the centre
The death sadly occurred on Saturday, February 1, of Mr. Seamus Butler, late of Grange Heights, Waterford. Predeceased by his beloved wife Margaret, he is survived by his loving children Claire, John and Miriam, grandchildren Ciaran, Conor, Aoife, Emelia, Henry and Anabelle, sons-in-law Damian and Jamie, daughter-in-law Kelley, sister-in-law Anne, Maurice, John and Fiona (Cummins), brothers, sister, nieces, nephews, extended family and a wide circle of friends. Seamus will be sadly missed by all his relatives, extended family and wide circle of friends. Requiem Mass took place on Wednesday, February 5, at 12 o’clock followed by Burial in St. Otteran’s Cemetery, Ballinaneeshagh. Condolences are extended to Seamus's family, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.
The death sadly occurred on Sunday, February 2, of Mrs. Teresa Flynn (nee: Winters) St John’s Park, Waterford and formerly of St. Dominic’s Place, Waterford. Predeceased by her loving husband Richard (Dick), her parents Patrick and Annie, brothers Sam and Joe, her sisters Alice, May, Daisy, Kathleen and Josie, she is survived by her loving son Richard, daughters Anne, Lorraine and Amanda, daughter-in-law Alice, sons-in-law Tony and Bob, grandchildren Mark, Alan, Mollie, Cadhla, Tom, Giulia and Sara, sister Bridie, extended family, relatives, neighbours and her wide circle of friends. Teresa will be sadly missed by all her relatives, extended family, neighbours, and wide circle of friends. Requiem Mass took place on Friday, February 7, at 1pm in The Sacred Heart Church, The Folly, followed by burial in St Mary's Cemetery, Ballygunner, Waterford. Condolences are extended to Teresa's family, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.
Your next blood donation clinics are as follows: Woodlands Hotel, Dunmore Road, Waterford - Monday, February 18; Tuesday, February 19; Wednesday, February 20 - from 3.50pm to 8.10pm and from Monday, March 24 to Thursday, March 27, at the same times. This is an appointment based clinic. Please contact 1800 222 111 to book your appointment. Check your eligibility at giveblood.ie
We welcome Ophelia Dani Marie Hearne and Fionn Hennessy 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
A Retreat and Ministry Of Healing will take place at St. Mary's Parish Church, Irishtown, Clonmel, on Saturday and Sunday, February 15 and 16. Led by International Priest Fr. Rozo Palić. Bring the sick, family, friends. All are welcome.
Are you a person of faith with a heart for young people? Are you looking for ways to help young people encounter Jesus, and walk with them on their journey of faith? Information Sessions will be held at St. John's Pastoral Centre, John’s Hill, Waterford on Monday, February 10, from 7.30pm to 9pm via Zoom and on Monday, February 17 from 7pm to 8pm (email: youthministry@waterfordlismore.ie for zoom link). Deadline for applications is Friday, February 23. For more information on the role of a Parish Faith Rep or the Strategic Plan for Youth & Young Adult Ministry, go to www.waterfordlismore.ie/youthministry and please speak with your parish priest if you are interested.
A new term of singing classes is taking place in Butler Community Centre from now until, June. The cost is €10 per class and they take place on Saturdays from 11.30am to 1pm. Free tea, coffee and biscuits. For booking contact maria.musicclasses@gmail.com or phone 089 4158263.
Sarah Corcoran’s Musical Theatre has started at Butler Community Centre, St. John’s Park (X91FEP4). Fully qualified drama teacher very limited places left, a fabulous opportunity for children aged 3 to 8 years. Singing, dancing and acting Saturdays 9am, 10 am and 11am. For more details contact 086 3728263 or email: sarahacorcoran8@gmail.com
Whist Club Whist Club (card game) at the Butler Center, St. John's Park on Tuesday’s at 7.30pm. They would love to see all their old players and new players would be most welcome. The cost is €5 per person/
Adult Mindful Colouring and Craft at Central Library, Lady Lane, Waterford will take place on Friday, February 21 from 2.30pm to 3.30pm. Step into a peaceful, tranquil space where you can escape the stresses of everyday life. Using arts and crafts to free your imagination, this creative workshop will uncover a serene centre within yourself, ignite your inner spark and leave you feeling rejuvenated and inspired. Admission will be free of charge but places are limited. Booking is essential on 051 849975.
Free Knitting Classes for Beginners are taking place in Sacred Heart Family Resource Centre, Richardson's Meadow, Old Tramore Road, Waterford (X91DNYO). The classes are one day a week and will take place for 10 weeks, from 2pm to 4pm, in the centre. For more information contact Elaine on 051 306728 or email: info@sacredheartfrc.ie
Free Chair Yoga classes are taking place, one day a week, starting on Monday, February 10, for six weeks, from 2.30pm to 3.30pm in the Sacred Heart Family Resource Centre, Richardson's Meadow, Old Tramore Road, Waterford (X91DNYO). For more information contact Elaine on 051 306728.
