Church of Ireland
Calry Parish Church
Diocese of Kilmore, Elphin and Ardagh
Notice Sheet
16 November 2025 – 2nd before Advent
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.
Today we will be thinking about the Persecuted Church.
Readings: Isaiah 65.17-25 and Luke 21.5-19
Songs: 492 Ye servants of God, 370 Stand up and bless the Lord, Cornerstone, Great is the darkness
Sunday School is meeting today.
3.00 pm St John’s Hospital Evening Prayer
Main Services
Date Name Details
23 November The Kingship of Christ 11 am Service of the Word with Holy Baptism of Reuben Dunne – led by Canon Ronnie Bourke
30 November Advent Sunday 11 am Holy Communion
Choir Rehearsal
Mondays at 6.30 pm in the church. New members welcomed!
Tuesday Bible Study at the Rectory
The group meets on Tuesday at 11.15 am - 12.30 pm. The topic is fasting.
Mid-week Groups
Practicing the Way continues on Wednesday in the Catacombs at 7.30 pm – 9.00 pm. A great way of growing in faith. Open to newcomers!
Saturday 8 am Inter-church Prayer Meeting – all welcome!
22 November Heatherview, Tonaphubble (home of Gwyneth and George Rich)
Kids Club
Kids Connect Club is meeting in Sligo Presbyterian Church Hall on Fridays 21st and 28th November and Friday 5th December at the regular time of 4.30pm - 5.30pm. There will be a special Christmas event on Saturday 13th December from 4.00pm - 5.30pm. All national school aged children are invited to join us for games, crafts and Bible stories and snacks together! There is no charge and if you can only fit in one date then your child is still most welcome to attend.
Festive Flower Demonstration
The Grammar Parents’ Association are hosting a festive flower demonstration in the school on Thursday 27 November at 7.00 pm. Tickets cost €10.
Forthcoming Events in Skreen
Skreen's Avenue of Light returns for 2025. Walk among the trees and remember the true meaning of Christmas. Lighting up at 4pm as part of Skreen Parish Church’s Carol Service on December 7th and will be open daily to January 6th. Trees still available for sponsorship.
Meet Santa and his elves, and enjoy the crafts, animals, music and treats at his Grotto in Skreen, 4 - 7 pm on Saturday 13th December and 2 – 7 pm on Sunday the 14th. Children, €15, Adults, €10. (Second adult free with three or more children). Beat the queue by booking on Eventbrite: "Christmas in Skreen 2025 tickets."
Korean Dinner
If you would like to be treated to an authentic Korean dinner in a couple of weeks’ time express your interest by emailing Eunjoo on ejbelle8490@gmail.com
Diocesan Mission Trip to South Africa in July 26
Would you be interested in joining a 10 day visit to Cape Town and working in a township alongside Crosslinks mission partners Alun and Debbie Burt? It's an opportunity to be exposed to God's global Church, to serve the church in Cape Town and be encouraged by what God is doing in other places. It is also an opportunity to make a stronger connection with our local parishes with mission. The criteria for those considering going is that they are...
1) over 18 (or 16 if accompanied by a parent)
2) a committed Christian, having been part of their local church for over year
3) a team player motivated by service and mission.
For more information talk to the Rector. PS: Joshua and Victoria are planning on going!
Congratulations!
…to Clara Hewston on passing her driving test on Monday.
And Mia Ivers on her 8th birthday.
Stand firm and you will win life.
Luke 21.19