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No public Masses this weekend or St Patrick’s Day

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By Michelle Crean

Temporary guidelines for the diocese of Kerry issued this lunchtime (Friday) include no public Masses this weekend or St Patrick’s Day – from now to Thursday next.

The move effects all Masses, daily and weekend and other liturgies, in the context of COVID-19 pandemic.

According to the diocese of Kerry, many of those who regularly attend are in the vulnerable category. 

“In solidarity with them we want that no one will be coming out to Mass. Every person minimising social contact is key, if this saves even one life.”

Priests will continue to celebrate their Masses, without a congregation, for all the people of the diocese. Where possible this will be broadcast via parish radio or webcam/streaming. People are asked to consider setting aside a few minutes for prayer at 11am on Sundays and St Patrick’s Day, uniting as one in prayer with all the Masses being celebrated privately. Also many people are deciding to pray the Rosary or a decade at home each evening.

Meanwhile the diocese will seek to consult widely and by Thursday will make decisions regarding the next few weeks. 

Bishop  Ray Browne has asked for time to pause to let them make good decisions.

He also issued a special greeting to all candidates for confirmation and their families and school communities. 

“We have had such wonderful celebrations in recent weeks. How disappointing for those whose ceremonies are now delayed. In time all will be rearranged.”

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Road from Lissivigeen to Barraduff to close until 9am tomorrow

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The road from Lissivigeen roundabout to Barraduff will be closed from 3pm today until 9am tomorrow morning.

Presently, a single-lane traffic system is in operation on the N72 road west of Barraduff village, this will remain in place until the full road closure begins this afternoon.

The road was initally closed this morning due to a crane going off the road.

After the road reopens tomorrow, traffic will continue to operate under a single-lane traffic system for several days to facilitate the recovery option.

Motorists are advised to observe the traffic management in place in the area.

This is a notice from Kerry County Council.

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Kerry Friends of Motor Neurone benefit from Ballybunion golf f0undraiser

Kerry Friends of Motor Neurone (KFMN) was one of seven local charities to receive funding from Ballybunion Golf Club Lady Captain Mags O’Sullivan’s Charity Golf Classic. At a presentation on […]

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Kerry Friends of Motor Neurone (KFMN) was one of seven local charities to receive funding from Ballybunion Golf Club Lady Captain Mags O’Sullivan’s Charity Golf Classic.

At a presentation on October 5, Mags O’Sullivan presented a cheque for €5,000 to KFMN at Ballybunion Golf Club.
The donation was made in memory of her late friend Angela Fahy, a former Lady Captain and President of the club, who passed away from Motor Neurone Disease.
Pat Kelleher and Christy Lehane accepted the cheque on behalf of KFMN and thanked Mags, Lady President Aideen O’Leary, and the organising committee for their generosity and hospitality.
He said the donation will provide vital support for the charity’s ongoing work assisting those living with Motor Neurone Disease in Kerry.
“Fundraising is becoming increasingly difficult, so this contribution makes a real difference,” he said.

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