Local Notes: A healing mass, school awards and an urgent call for foster parents
Ballybeg Estate in Waterford is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.
It is with deep and sincere regret that we record the death of Mr. David (Johnny) O’ Loughlin, Ballybeg Park, who died on Thursday, October 2.
Formerly of Morrisson’s Road and late of the Clyde Shipping Company David’s remains lay in repose at Thompson's Funeral Home on Saturday, October 4, with vigil prayers and rosary.
His remains were removed from Thompson's Funeral Home on Sunday, October 5 to St Saviours Church, Ballybeg, where they were received by Fr Robert Grant, PP. Requiem mass was celebrated by Fr Robert Grant PP followed by burial in Kilbarry Cemetery.
David’s Cortege passed his residence on route to the church.
His grandchildren read the readings and the prayers of the faithful.
St Saviours Church choir, under the direction of organist Barry Murphy, with a soloist, sang during the mass.
Davis was a long-time resident of Ballybeg and he was fondly known as Johnny.
He was an employee of the Clyde Shipping Company for many years.
A loving father and grandfather, he will be sadly missed by all his family and friends He was predeceased by his wife Margaret and his grandson John.
He will be sadly missed by his daughters, Theresa and Eileen, his sons John, Derek, and Paul, daughters-in-law, Christine and Annette, son-in-law Des, his 10 grandchildren, great great-grandchildren nephews, nieces, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends to whom we offer our deepest sympathy.
A very happy birthday is wished to Francis Higgins, Clonard Park, who celebrated her birthday with her family recently.
Birthday wishes come to Francis from her Husband James, her son and daughters and all her grandchildren and her many friends.
A very happy birthday is wished to a very popular lady, Vera Murphy Glencarra, who celebrated her birthday during the week.
Birthday wishes come to Vera from all her family and friends.
A very happy birthday is wished to Rose Murphy Cluain-a-Laoi, who celebrated her milestone birthday on Wednesday, October 8.
Birthday wishes come to her from her husband Barry, her five daughters and sons-in-law, all her grandchildren and especially all the Doran and Murphy families and her many friends.
Little Saints meet every Saturday morning 11am to 12pm for boys and girls from five years to eight years on Saturday Mornings from 11am to 12pm.
On Mondays and Fridays from 5- 45pm to 6-45pm for 8 years to 13 years.
All are welcome, especially all from Ballybeg and the surrounding areas of Meadowbank, Foxwood, Carraige-an-Aird and Templars Hall.
This is week three of GAA Gaelic 4Mothers, and it’s never too late to join.
So if you're thinking about it, why not come along next week and see what the fun is all about. Everyone is welcome. All you need is a bit of enthusiasm and a sense of fun.
Every Wednesday 7-30-8-30pm under lights on the Astro Pitch.
Southend FC Southend FC run their academy Friday Nights Lights for the little ones on Friday nights from 6pm to 7pm All are welcome cost €2 from 5 to 8 years.
Training continues for the under 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, and 16, each Tuesday and Thursday, 5-15 to 6-45.
As the nights are getting darker, please look in at your elderly neighbours and see if they are ok.
Parish News Shop open each weekday Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9am to 12pm. Mass can be booked at these times.
Baptism takes place every Sunday at 12 pm One week’s notice is required.
Mass Times Weekdays Monday Tuesday Thursday and Friday 9-30am.
NB: No Mass on Wednesday.
Sunday 8-30am 11am and 5-30pm. Fr Grant PP is available after mass on Sunday to accept mass bookings or offerings for mass.
Marriage- three months’ notice is required.
If you have a relative or neighbour who is ill at home or in hospital, please let us know.
The Parish Shop is open Monday to Friday from 10am to 12pm for candles certs and mass cards.
You can contact the office at 051376032 emailstsaviourspo@gmail.com or by parish text only mobile: 089239519.
“May we remember the old ways of listening: to the stories of the land, to each other, and to our deepest spirits. Let gratitude be our compass, unity our path, and love our constant return.” Machan Magan (Mary Power, Butlerstown).
St. Paul’s Parish, Lisduggan, celebrated the end of this year's Season of Creation with a Special Mass on Sunday, October 5.
The Season of Creation is a time to reflect on God’s gift of nature and our calling to live in harmony with it.
This year’s theme, Peace with Creation, reminds us that true peace is not just among people but also with the earth and all living beings.
At the 11.30am mass our approach was inclusive of all aspects of our community, regardless of abilities, colour or nationality and this was demonstrated as different representatives from our Special Olympics, Pathways St. Paul’s, Ceim Eile, Resident’s Associations, The Parish Council, representing all who have brought the Faith to where it is today, including the numerous blessings we have received from our exceptional Priests, Fr. Pat Fitzgerald and Fr. Dawit Tekle and all those who went before them.
Also, members of the Indian and African Community that represents all the new cultures that now make up our parish.
We are enriched by all.
The artwork that illustrated of the beauty of nature was brilliant and included Ceim Eile, Br. Of Charity Services, MyYouth Group, Millennium Building, Presentation Secondary School and Pathfinders St. Paul’s.
The artwork combined with all the fruit, flowers, vegetables, shells and animals encouraged us to be thankful for the wonderful world we live in.
Fr. Pat and Fr Tekle reminded us to take to heart that each of us, strengthened by our faith can make the world around us a better place!
This event was an initiative of the Parish Faith Reps.
Tusla Fostering urgently requires foster carers to enable our young people to stay connected with their family and friends, community, schools, and sporting clubs.
It is never too old to foster and it is never too late to change a child’s life.
Take your first step with Tusla Fostering. Tusla Foster Carers are diverse and come from all walks of life. Whether you work full-time, are single, married, or have your own children, your unique journey is what makes your experience so valuable.
You possess the qualities and skills that can make a real difference in a child’s life, giving them the safe and loving home they deserve. We need more foster carers like you – people who are willing to open their hearts to make a positive impact in their community.
Every support will be provided and Foster carers can be short-term, emergency, longer-term and respite fostering around Ireland.
If you have any queries or require more information, please phone:
1800 226 771 or email: tusla.fostering@tusla.ie. Foster Information Guide also available on fostering.ie.
Open Night St. Paul’s Community College is excited to invite parents, guardians and students from sixth class to our Open Night on Wednesday, October 15, from 5.45pm.
Parents, guardians and students welcome.
Principal’s Address at 18.00 and at 7pm.
St. Paul’s Community College is a multi-denominational, co- educational school providing an inclusive learning environment for all.
It’s slogan is “Care, Excellence in Education, Respect, Equality and Community”. For further information, phone 051 – 355816 or email:
stpaulscc@wwetb.ie.
Junior Certs: Congratulations to all of our students on achieving fantastic results in their Junior Cycle this week. All your hard work has paid off!
Well done to our senior hurlers who continued preparation recently under the lights in SETU Arena v SETU Freshers.
The lads put in an outstanding performance and were very unlucky to be defeated 20-15 in an outstanding game of hurling. Thanks to SETU GAA for their hospitality.
The John O’Mahony memorial between @villa53 and @delasallefc75 raised an amazing €4,730 for the Hub at St. Paul’s Community College.
We would like to thank both clubs and the O’Mahony Family for their generosity and efforts.
A talk on the history of Our Lady of Waterford will take place on Thursday, October 16 at 7pm in St.
John’s Pastoral Centre, John’s Hill, Waterford, X91HW9D. Speaker: Cormac Begadon Ph.D University of Durham. All are welcome!
You are very welcome to join us for tea, coffee and a chat in St. Paul’s Parish Centre each Wednesday morning at 10.30am after mass.
Do come along! Meet friends and neighbours for a catch-up and make new friends too! Everyone welcome!
Girls Group 10-12 Years Millennium My Community Youth Group is beginning a new programme for Girls aged 10 – 12 and there are still places available in the Group.
Every Monday from 3pm to 4.30pm in the Millennium Youth Centre, Lisduggan, beside St. Paul’s Church.
Let’s have fun, games, meet new friends, arts and crafts, sports and many more activities. Hurry up or you might miss out!! Call Ciara: 086 6093140.
The Solas Cancer Support Centre’s Run and Walk for Life takes place on Saturday, October 11, in Dungarvan and Sunday, October 12 in Waterford City.
This year, Jamie Beamish is proud to join our blue campaign to encourage more males to take the step and reach out for support.
While 50% of cancer diagnoses nationally affect men, only 27% of our clients are male.
To highlight this 27% of this year’s event t-shirts will be dark blue, representing the men we currently support.
The remaining 73% will be orange.
These shirts will be randomly assigned to both male and female participants when we post out event packs.
We hope this powerful visual will help encourage more men to reach out when the time is right. Join the sea of orange with a dash of blue this year.
Sign up here.
An inspiring and very enjoyable afternoon took place on Sunday, October 5, when Fr. Pat Fitzgerald and Fr Dawit Tekle joined with parishioners from St. Paul’s and Butlerstown to visit the Ahenny Crosses near Carrick on Suir.
Fr Pat led a short time of prayer and also gave us a brief synopsis of the history.
Then we continued on to Glencomeragh for tea/coffee and lunch and a walk around their beautiful gardens.
Our next stop was St. Patrick’s Well, where again we had a short liturgy and a brief history of this ancient site.
It was a most enjoyable day indeed – a generous gesture from our Parish. A real experience of community in action.
Safe, warm and welcoming space for young people.
Our team will soon be conducting out-reach to all estates in the neighbourhood.
The aim is to inform residents about what we do and what we offer here at MyCyp.
We currently have openings for a number of groups across all age ranges, and we would love to welcome more young people.
Once outreach is complete, we will be hosting an open day for new members and their families to visit our centre and see firsthand the work we do.
Don’t hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions about our service.
We look forward to continuing to build community connections. Please share with friends and family, as the saying goes, the more, the merrier!
Phone: 086 609 3140 or 083 010 6398.
A Padre Pio Healing Mass will take place in Enniscorthy on Friday, October 17.
Individual blessings with the glove of Padre Pio.
If interested, Ismay will look into booking a minibus like last year, including a meal in Enniscorthy.
Please phone: 086 321 5773.
A huge congratulations to all our amazing students who were recognised for their hard work, dedication and achievements – we could not be prouder!
We were honoured to be at the ceremony by Councillor Frank Quinlan and guest speaker Tammy Darcy, author and founder of the Shona Project.
Tammy’s inspiring words reminded us of the power of perseverance and that we are never alone.
A heartfelt thank you to Cathal Lowe, representing our generous sponsors Arachas, for supporting our students and making this celebration possible.
Here’s to another year of success, growth, and excellence!
We are delighted to welcome our exchange students Johanna and Alex from our partner school in Graz, Austria!
They are experiencing life in Irish traditions with us.
As part of their visit, Johanna and Alex are giving presentations about Austria to our school, discovering Irish culture and also sharing their own students who are learning German – a wonderful opportunity for cultural exchange and language learning in action!
A big welcome to Johanna and Ale – we’re so happy to have you with us at Pres!
Wishing our students and colleagues Sadie, Beth and Kate the best of luck in the Senior Camogie Championship County Final on Saturday. Beth and Sadie are playing for @delasallegaa, whilst Kate is playing for @gailltircomogieclub.
Whatever the result, it will be interesting in school on Monday!!
Welcome to Imagine Arts Festival 2025.
The Imagine Arts Festival will be revealed very soon – and we can’t wait to share it with you!
In the meantime, we’re delighted to announce that Waterford’s own Keith Dunphy will bring his powerful one-man show, Word Against the Word - Dyslexia and Shakespeare in an Irish Accent to Garter Lane this October.
Produced by Watering Hole Productions with Michael Grant and Padraig O’Griofa, in association with Imagine Arts Festival, from October 21-26 at 8pm.
For more information and updates on the Festival schedule, you can sign up with your email address or contact the Festival organisations directly at imaginefestmanager@gmail.com.
A date for your diary. Keep Friday, November 7 at 8pm to 9pm free to attend a Taize Evening in The Edmund Rice Chapel, Barrack St., Waterford.
The Peace Choir will provide us with sacred music and chants with meditations, prayers at the Cross interspersed with times of silence.
An uplifting and peaceful experience.
We look forward to sharing this sacred space with you.
All are very welcome!
At Soccer Stars Southeast, we introduce children to sport through fun, friendly and pressure-free football games.
Building coordination, confidence, and connection through soccer – for toddlers ages 1.5 to 5 in Carrickpherish Community Sport Hub on Wednesdays, Soccer Mini for kids 1.5 – 3 years old at 4pm.
Soccer Stars for kids 3 to 5 years at 5pm.
First month of classes for just €50(jersey not included) Spaces are filling fast – book today at www.soccerstars.ie.
Questions? Email us at southeast@soccerstars.ie.
Give your child the gift of sport, friendships, and fun from the very beginning!!
1 A Result: St. Paul’s FC 4, St. Joseph’s AFC Waterford 2.
A good three points on the board as parish went behind earlier on before Jimmy Byrne drew us level with a penalty.
Jake O’Connor gave us a lead before inform player Josh Fanning grabbed two goals as St. Joseph’s got one back in between good performances from the lads best for the parish was young man Downer at the back.
Aaron and Josh, well done to all great squad performance.
Up the Parish! Win was dedicated to Danky R.I.P.
All Saints Party at Holy Family Mission, Glencomeragh House, Kilsheelan, Co. Tipperary, E91H584 on Saturday, November 1, 10am-3pm. Music, Games, Dress-Up & Saints Parade.
Donation only.
Pre- booking essential. Email: info@holyfamilymission.ie. Tel: 052-613 3181.
