Bailieborough News. July 12th 2021 . Matthew J. Cullen.

During this time, it will be helpful if people contact the Parish Office during office hours to book Masses and to have Mass cards signed and to conduct ordinary Parish business. Mass bookings and all other business connected with Shercock and Killann will be managed through the Parish Office in Bailieborough. The Parish Office will be open on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 10am to 1.15pm and 2.15pm to 4.00pm. Please feel free to contact Fr. Ultan for assistance on 087 341 8037 or 042 96 65117 or email: bailieboro@kilmorediocese.ie

There will be no weekday Masses in St. Patrick’s Church, Shercock for the time being, but a regular Communion Prayer Service will be arranged shortly.

We especially encourage our young families to get back into the habit of coming to Mass. It will do us a power of good to be together and to worship God together as a community of Faith.

The Bishop has granted permission for the resumption of Baptisms, with a limited attendance confined to parents and godparents.

Mass can be heard on the radio at 107.8FM in the Bailieborough area and 92FM in Shercock.

All Masses and Parish Funerals can be viewed on the Parish webcam or can be heard by tuning in the radio to 107.8 F.M.

Bailieborough Tidy Towns: Great work being done around the town by this very commited group of people. If you have a spare hour would you volunteer to help out .You can join us whenever it suits you. Contact any Tidy Towns member for more details.

Bailieborough Group of Parishes: Sunday services are at 9:30am in Mullagh and Shercock, 10:45 am in Bailieborough, 12noon in Knockbride. Audio from the sermon will be available later on Sundays on our YouTube channel. Face masks, hand sanitizing, and social distancing will still be required on Sunday mornings.

Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C: Our Senior teams are looking for some new committed talented players to add to both squads, season is up and running. All welcome.

1st team Alan Keetan 0877671319. 2nd team Ollie kierans 0877978184.

Underage training for the 8’s, 9’s and 10’s this Saturday, 17th July,from 12.00 to 1.15pm. New players are always welcome.

Bailieborough Library: The Library is open for browsing, borrowing, scanning, printing and photocopying. Why not sign your kids up to our Summer Stars programme designed to keep all primary school children reading over the Summer. We have a huge selection of stock on offer. Phone Bailieborough Library at 042 9665779 for more details!

Bailieborough Red Cross: CPR can save a life. Are you interested in leaning CPR?

We continue to be available to assist any one still staying at home. If you have GP or Hospital appointments or require medication delivery’s .
Please contact us on 086 8968928 or email @ adu.cavan@irishredcross.com or cavan.communitysupport@irishredcross.com

Cavan Community Call: The Cavan Community Call Helpline remains available for those who are vulnerable or isolated and may need help with essentials such as food, medicine, transport etc. Lines open 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday. Please call 1800 300 404 (freephone).

East Cavan Gaels: Mid season report!

A good time to update our season so far.

The Under 7 and under 9s did great work outside and are now on a well earned break. These lads have a had a great time with their friends learning the game.

The Under 11s have made great strides while getting some good games under their belt. The skill levels have improved immensely.

The Under 13s have been very competitive in the Tàin league and continue their development.

Seven men on the county U17 squad is just reward for the work these lads, and Pat, have put in.

Our Seniors are, again, showing great improvement. Games that were lost before are now very competitive with the odd draw and win helping to keep all motivated with Championship around the corner.

Jack Barry flies the flag for East Cavan Gaels on the county senior side that’s having it’s best season in over a decade. More East Cavan Gaels men will join him in future we are sure of it.

There is a team in this club for you no matter your age or ability. Come join us. The fun is only beginning

Club contacts; U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280 and U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd: The Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd Committee is available to help cancer patients or their families. Free Taxi service available. For further information, contact: Edel Fox 086 1004030.

Positive Age–‘Good Morning Cavan’ Service: Good Morning Cavan is a free phone call service, which aims to provide security and friendship to older people living in County Cavan. Our team of friendly callers are on hand to chat to members of the community, who may be socially isolated or lonely. To avail of this service, to refer someone you know or to find out more information about this service, please contact, Positive Age Cavan at 049 438 0725 or 087 775 9584. You can also email posage88@gmail.com

Alone: Coronavirus Helpline for Older People—0818 222 024. If you have concerns or queries about Covid-19 call ALONE’S dedicated support line everyday from 8.00am to 8.00pm. To volunteer your help visit: www.alone.ie