Church of Ireland
Calry Parish Church
Diocese of Kilmore, Elphin and Ardagh
Notice Sheet
1 March 2026 – Lent II
Rector: Ven Patrick Bamber Tel: 071 91 46513
Associate Minister: Canon Ronnie Bourke
email: rector@calry.ie fb:/calryparishchurch www.calry.ie Day off – Monday
A diverse yet unified community of all ages, sharing the message of Jesus by word and deed in Sligo and beyond.
This is the second Sunday of Lent.
11.00 am is our monthly All Age Service.
Readings are: Genesis 12.1-4a, Psalm 121 and John 3.1-17.
Hymns are: My lighthouse; I lift my eyes to the quiet hills; Jesus, strong and kind; Father, I place into your hands.
Richard Mitchell is playing for us today.
3.00 pm St John’s Hospital Holy Communion.
Remember to collect your copy of The Scribe. And if you haven’t yet paid, please get your €20 to Yvonne soon!
Main Services
| Date | Name | Details |
| 8 March | Lent III | 11.00 am Service of the Word |
Raymond Carty
Sadly, dear Raymond died on Tuesday in the North West Hospice. His funeral took place in St Anne’s Church, Cranmore on Thursday. It’s only in the last few years that he started attending Calry, but since then he was one of the most regular worshippers. One of a very small number of people who was born on Coney Island, Raymond’s life was full. He was well known as a supporter of music, especially choral music, in Sligo. He was a great bridge-builder between communities – a skill much needed today. We send our condolences to his son Brian, daughter Aoife, his brother Francie, sister Marian and all the family.
Church Growth Conference
The Church of Ireland Commission on Ministry is hosting a Saturday conference on Church Growth in April. Teams from parishes throughout Ireland are urged to attend with a choice of two dates and venues: Belfast on 18 April or Dublin on 25 April. This is what the chair of the Commission , Bishop David McClay has said:
This conference is offered as an invitation - an invitation to pause, to pray, and to believe again that, in God’s power, growth is not only possible but part of His loving purpose for His Church. Our hope is that those who attend will return to their parishes encouraged in faith, renewed in vision, and equipped to sow seeds for God’s Kingdom, for the sake of the Gospel and for the blessing of communities across Ireland.
The Rector would love to attend with a group from Calry. The cost is €10 pp. Get in touch if you are interested.
Lenten Ideas
So, what are you doing for Lent? Why not think of making some investments?
Invest in your spiritual life
Sign up to a daily devotional, start a Bible reading plan or use the daily office of the Church of Ireland:
Daily Worship App - Church of Ireland - A Member of the Anglican Communion
Classic | The Bible with Nicky and Pippa Gumbel
Free Bible Reading Plans | Over 30 Options | Animated Videos
Why not join a small Bible or prayer group – eg on Tuesday morning, Wednesday evening or Saturday at 8 am?
Invest in the world church
Make time to pray for our partners in Kindu, DRC and give something to support their work (for example €5 each week in Lent)
Send a gift to a charity or mission that you feel drawn to.
Give to Bishops’ Appeal (the international relief and development programme of the C of I). For more go to: Bishops’ Appeal – Church of Ireland World Aid & Development - Church of Ireland - A Member of the Anglican Communion
Invest in your own church
Join us each Sunday as we journey through Lent.
Pray for God to lead us by his Spirit.
Ask if there is some ministry you could support by giving your time.
Plan to stay for coffee and talk to someone you don’t know so well.
Tuesday Morning Rectory Group
Tuesday 11.15 am – 12.30 pm. We are looking at the practice of using Scripture. Newcomers welcome!
The Alpha Course
The course continues on Wednesdays at 7.15 pm in the Catacombs.
Saturday Morning Prayer at 8 am – all welcome!
7 March – Calry
At our last gathering there were sixteen people who assembled from six different churches. Were ably led in a reflection on the Lord’s Prayer. We sang. Some people prayed aloud. Others prayed quietly. Afterwards people stayed and chatted. The youngest person there was 16. The oldest in their mid-70s. Why not join us in Calry for next Saturday’s prayers?
Confirmation Preparation
Any young person interested in being confirmed please make contact with the Rector. We are meeting after school on Fridays in Calry Rectory.
Confirmation is also for adults. If you are interested in being confirmed please get in touch.
Cavan Christian Women’s Conference
Signposts to the Saviour - Seeing Jesus in Isaiah. Cavan Crystal Hotel Saturday 21st March 9.30 am – 1.30 pm. Cost €11. To book go to: Cavan Christian Women's Conference 2026 - Tickets | Fienta
Select Vestry and Easter General
The next meeting of the Select Vestry is due on Thursday 26 March at 8.00 pm.
The date of the Easter General Vestry (like the AGM) is Tuesday 21 April at 8.00 pm.
Mission Trip to Cape Town
Three Calry folk are part of the small team going from the Diocese to Cape Town in South Africa with Crosslinks. It is Jennifer Bourke and Joshua & Victoria Pringle. The dates are 3-12 July. As the time approaches please pray for them as they prepare for this big adventure!
Points for Prayer:
- good use of Lent
- the Alpha Course
- young people in our church
- Cosy Cats Childcare
- Faith Reignited – our Archdeaconry mission
- our partner diocese of Kindu in DRC – growing despite a severe lack of resources
- a peaceful and just end to violent conflicts all over the world - including in the Middle East and Ukraine
Just as Moses lifted up the snake in the wilderness, so the Son of Man must be lifted up, that everyone who believes may have eternal life in him.
John 3.14-15