It’s hard to believe that on 1st March it is a full year since myself and the family arrived in the United Parishes of Powerscourt with Kilbride and I unlocked the vestry door for the first 8:30am service in Powerscourt. These past 12 months have been a busy time with much to learn and remember and there have been challenges with this of various shapes and sizes. I want to thank you for your patience with the changes that will naturally occur these days and for the continuous warmth of welcome received by all of us here in the Rectory. The other side of this is that I feel as if I am really beginning to get to know people now. I am aware that, in all of the information given and routines to be established and maintained over the past year and, taking into account that we are three priests down to one, I may not have got to visit everyone in the parish as yet. I would use this opportunity to ask that, if you would like a visit please call or drop me a text and I will be sure to come and see you.
Being not only pastor here but Chairperson of the Board of Management in the School gives a unique and more holistic view of the Parish and exciting plans are already in place for this coming year which will deliberately strengthen links between the Parish and School. We have incredible groups of people in both of our churches and our school and I sincerely encourage you to come together and take part in the various events and gatherings in the coming year. Our sincere thanks again to you all.
ECUMENICAL LENTEN SERIES
PEACE – Learning to Sit with God
- Written and lead by Rev. Cathy Hallissey
- Thursdays 5TH, 12TH, 19TH and 26th March
- Powerscourt Parochial Hall from 8:15.
MUSIC AND SINGING GROUP
Hi everyone! We are looking to put together a fun singing group for the family services. We hope to get a small band with us, and this is already coming together.
We hope to sing fun up-beat songs that the children and adults can learn together and join in. As many of you have children, they are welcome to join in too. We are aiming to have our first service on Sun 9th February’s Family Service, and we will come together in advance to learn the songs. If you would like to join in or play an instrument, we would love to hear from you – Please contact Edwina Allman on 086 342 8118
PARISH WEBSITE
We are currently putting the final touches to a new Parish website.
All of the information from the old website, that is still relevant will be transferred across, but we welcome new submissions. We especially welcome photographs for our gallery.
We are also appealing for a photograph of our beautiful St. Brigit’s Church, Kilbride, that we could use with permission for the website. If anyone has a photo from the archives or just has taken a particularly nice photo, we would be delighted to hear from you.
SIZZLE SERVICE
We will be holding a Sizzle Service, this Sunday 26th January at 5.30 pm in St. Patricks Church, Powerscourt. This is a fun and informal service for children and after there will be sausages served in Powerscourt National School. All are very welcome.
CALLING ALL BAKERS!
St. Patricks Church will be hosting this year’s Confirmation service for Powerscourt, Kilbride and Kilternan Parishes. We are calling any bakers who would like to bake a tray bake or cake for us to be served after the service on Saturday 22nd February. Any volunteers to help with Tea and Coffee are very welcome too. Please let Mandy know if you can help in anyway.
Updating of the Register of Vestry Members
It is that time of year again as we prepare for the Easter General Vestry Meeting by updating our Register of Vestry Members.
Being a member of General Vestry for this parish gives you a voice and the right to nominate / vote (or to be nominated or elected) at Easter General Vestry meeting, in the election of Select Vestry members.
An alphabetised list of registered General Vestry members is held in the churches. If you are not sure whether you are already registered, please contact Judy Cameron on 01 2860122 and this can be checked for you.
If you wish to be added please fill the Form of Declaration available from the Parish Office or in the Churches.
Forms may be returned to Churchwardens or Select Vestry secretary (Barbara Davis).
If you are in the register and wish to be removed (e.g. if you are moving away and / or you wish to be added to the register in another parish) please submit your request for removal in writing to the Select Vestry Secretary or the Parish Secretary
PARISH SELECT VESTRY MEETINGS
- Powerscourt Tuesday 3rd March at 8pm in Powerscourt NS
- Kilbride Wednesday 29th January at 8pm in the Parish Room
KILBRIDE NEWS
The organ in Kilbride Church underwent a major overhaul in the past few weeks and thankfully everything was back in order again for the service last Sunday. Major work was undertaken as a result of rain damage. The organ pipes have now been covered with a heavy-duty cover to minimise the risk of this happening again.
Kilbride Vestry meets on Wednesday 29th January at 8p.m. in the Parish Room – the Register of Vestry members will be updated at this meeting. If you are not on the list and wish to be registered, please speak to either of the churchwardens.
Contributions to the “Flower Fund” towards the cost of flowers in the chancel are always welcome. Contact either Jacinta or Georgina re same.
We continue to remember those parishioners who are sick at home or in Hospital at this time.
Submitted by Georgina Masterson
TABLE TENNIS
New members are very welcome to come along on Monday nights at 8p.m.
There will be no Table Tennis on Monday 3rd February – the members are meeting in the Powerscourt Arms Hotel at 8p.m. for their belated “Christmas social”. Please contact either Joyce or Georgina if you are coming.
ENNISKERRY GARDENING CLUB
Enniskerry Gardening Club are actively looking for new members.
Membership now open for 2020
Lectures on the 1st Wednesday each month in Winter
at 8pm in Powerscourt Parochial Hall
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Garden visits each month in Summer
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Annual outing
First meeting of 2020 – Wednesday 5th Feb
“Fauna I discovered in East Africa”at 8pm
JO Callanan
Visitors also welcome – €7 Pay at the door
Further information Hon. Secretary 086 8092211
Submitted by Ethni Seymour Hon. Secretary
CHARABANC NOTES contact Marjorie Mold on 2083499.
This has been a rather bad start to the new year, as quite a few were out of sorts since the start of the month, as a result on our first meet we decided to go over to Kingfishers for our tea as there were so few of us, , then unfortunately due family death we cancelled the next Friday so now we are just hoping nothing else goes amiss so we can meet on our usual Friday time 2. 30 till 4. 30, do come and join us any Friday.
Just remember to keep warm and don’t forget if you feel like a chat and can’t get out, you can just call either Ann at 2862330 or Marjorie at 2863499 any time.
Submitted by Marjorie Mold
PASTORAL CARE contact Joyce Roe 2862645 or Marjorie Mold 2863499.
We are thinking of all who are ill at the moment and wish you better, should anyone want a chat or some help. Please feel welcome to call either Joyce or Marjorie.
PARISH VISITS
Please let us know if you would like a Parish visit by contacting Rev. Cathy on 086 3583104 or Mandy in the parish office on 2863862.
FLOWER GUILD contact Marjorie Mold 2863499
Did anyone notice the snow drops are up and even a few stems of daffodils are beginning to appear, a very welcome sign for the new year. Let’s just hope we don’t get snow to spoil it.
With spring in the air, it is time many young people think of getting wed, and don’t forget it is a leap year. So, we remind you if you are planning the big day, We are open for orders for the wedding flowers and we can supply the red carpet which enhances the church.
Sunday flowers in February will be by Mrs. Mold on 2nd & 16th.
Submitted by Marjorie Mold
ENTERTAINMENTS COMMITTEE contact Joyce Roe 2862645
We will hold the February Dinner on, 29th February and not as previously planned on the 15th, as our first date clashes with a fund raiser to be held in Summerhill hotel on that night. We have started taking bookings already, so do book soon to avoid dismay. This promises to be even better than our last night as Richard has something spectacular in mind for you and the food will be great and at only €20 each is great value for a night out. If you would like to text us at 087 647 2668.
Submitted by Marjorie Mold
MOTHERS’ UNION – Honorary Secretary Appointment available.
The Board of Trustees of Mothers’ Union Dublin & Glendalough are seeking to appoint an Honorary Secretary to work as part of the Dublin & Glendalough Mothers’ Union team. The post holder will support the work of Mothers’ Union throughout the diocese.
The successful candidate will be required to work flexibly from their home base and closely with the Board of Trustees and Diocesan President.
The successful candidate with need to be able to work on own initiative and have:
– Strong communication, written and verbal skills
– Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills
– Competent in Microsoft Office / Excel
Reasonable office and travelling expenses will be paid.
Further information, a job description, and the application form are available from
Some members recently attended the AGM of the Bray/Powerscourt with Kilbride Branch in Bray recently. Georgina Masterson was elected to the Committee. The next committee meeting is on Monday 27th January when arrangements will be made for the year. If you are interested in joining the Mothers Union please contact Georgina on 087 6716745.
SUNDAY COFFEE LIST
Contact Joyce Roe 2862645 or Marjorie Mold 087 6472668.
| Sunday 26th January 2020 | Joyce Berkeley |
| Sunday 2nd February 2020 | Sheila Shelby |
| Sunday 9th February 2020 | Tim & Gay Weldon |
| Sunday 16th February 2020 | Naomi Gillespie |
Should you not be available on any of your days please call Marjorie or Joyce.
We are now preparing the new coffee rota so if you would like to volunteer please call or text Marjorie as soon as possible.
It is easier if you pass a mobile number to us, as we will text you a reminder during the week before you are on duty. We try to ask each person not more than twice in the year so it’s not too much.
AND FINALLY….
Our next News from the Pews will be issued on February 7th, 2020.
We would welcome news or articles on events or stories you may have and wish to share with the community. If you would like to be included in this Newsletter please contact Mandy Berkeley, School and Parish Secretary, at (01) 2863862.
KILBRIDE WORSHIP TIMES AND SERVICES
| Sunday | 10.00 am |
| 1st Sunday of the Month | Holy Communion One |
| 2nd Sunday of the Month | Family Service |
| 3rd Sunday of the Month | Holy Communion One |
| 4th Sunday of the Month | Morning Prayer Two |
| 5th Sunday of the Month | Service of the Word |
POWERSCOURT WORSHIP TIMES AND SERVICES
| Thurs | Morning Eucharist |
| 10:00am | Holy Communion and Prayer for the Sick |
| Sunday | |
| 8:30am | 11.30 am |
| 1st Sunday of the Month | Holy Communion Two |
| 2nd Sunday of the Month | Family Service |
| 3rd Sunday of the Month | Holy Communion Two |
| 4th Sunday of the Month | Morning Prayer |
| 5th Sunday of the Month | Service of the Word |
Parochial Hall Organisations – Bookings
Marjory Dalton 086 160 1721
| Monday | Brownies | 5.45 – 7.00 | Betty Prender | 087 6860260 |
| Table Tennis | 8.00 – 10.00 | Joyce Roe | 086 8191209 | |
| Tuesday | Zumba Gold | 09.30 – 10.30 | Susan O’Brien | 087 2449875 |
| Zumba | 09.30 – 10.30 | Susan O’Brien | 087 2449875 | |
| Bridge Club | 7.30 – 10.30 | Vonny Kelly | 086 7956355 | |
| Wednesday | League of Health | 10.00 – 12.00 | Carol MacNeaney | 01 2824463 |
| Lego Club | 2.30 – 4.30 | Karl Quinn | 089 2544784 | |
| Gardening Club | 8.00 – 10.00 | Ethni Seymour | 086 8092211 | |
| Tai Chi (2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th Wednesday) | 7.30 – 9.00 | David Marshall | 087 2072792 | |
| Thursday | Parents & Tots | 09.30 – 11.00 | Carol Bird | 01 2767807 |
| Entertainments Committee | 8.00 – 9.30 | Joyce Roe | 086 8191209 | |
| Yoga | 7.00 – 8.15 | Mel | 086 2210567 | |
| Friday | Charabanc | 2.30 – 4.30 | Marjorie Mold | 01 2863499 |
| Saturday | Irish Dancing | 10.15 – 12.15 | Breeda Finnerty | 087 4198988 |
| Sunday | Local Crafts | 10.00 – 6.00 | Ray Cranley |