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By Avril Gillatt, Area President MOTHERS’ UNION AT THE NATIONAL PLOUGHING CHAMPIONSHIPS ATHY 2011 “Fabulous fantastic facility, such a wonderful facility - you do such fantastic work and we really do appreciate it” - some of the comments we received from Mums and Dads at the Mothers’ Union stand at the 80th National Ploughing Championships in Athy on the 20th- 22nd September 2011. The Marquee was very centrally situated and it was much easier for people to locate us. From as early as 7.30am till 6pm in the evening people strolled past the marquee, the sun shone and the atmosphere was alive everyone bustling to their chosen destination. The Official Opening was by President Mary Mc Aleese and Dr. Martin McAleese. The Opening prayers were read by Archdeacon Rountree and the local parish Priest and was followed by singing and dancing. Approximately 600 Mums and Dads from throughout the country, many from Co. Down, used the facilities of breast feeding, bottle feeding and heating solid foods and nappy changing. Most Mums and Dads were on their own and not accompanied by family members as in previous years. At times throughout the days there was not a spare seat available as babies and toddlers were being fed. Toddlers who were waiting for their siblings were busy colouring and entered the Colouring Competition organized by Mother’s Union. The new arrangements in the marquee worked well, special areas for breast feeding, area for heating feeds, tables for toddlers to feed and separate area for nappy changing. We were very pleased that Mr. Sam and Mrs. Lila Harper lent us their caravan which was most useful for members taking a break and for storing food overnight. Not only was the marquee divided but all who helped were given specific responsibility for the different areas, caravan and catering crew, baby feeding, nappy changing and meet and greet. Meet and Greet was not only meeting people at the entrance of the marquee but giving leaflets to mums with buggies passing by, promoting the facility. We were very pleased to be able to provide this support and that it was so well appreciated by all who attended. It was a wonderful opportunity for Mothers’ Union to be involved in such a huge activity where 190,000 people attended. This was only possible by the commitment and support of nearby branch members and parishioners from Narraghmore, Timolin, Castledermot and Kinneagh. We were delighted to welcome All Ireland Vice President Mrs. Hazel Sherlock who was very impressed by the facility and the service provided. Members from Cashel and Ossory, whose responsibility it will be next year in New Ross, arranged for members with Young Family and Out Reach to attend. Mrs. Phyllis Grothier, Diocesan President, Mrs. Linda Ward and Mrs. Rosaleen Walsh assisted this year. We were very pleased that members from throughout the country, Cork, Sligo and Dublin came and offered help which ensured that members were relieved of their responsibility and were able to visit the Ploughing Championships. We were concerned that would we be able to provide a professional and welcoming service as in the previous two years and we were reminded by the Rev. Cliff Jeffers Rector of Athy at the Area Opening Service on Monday 19th September in St. Michael’s Church Athy “ that we were people of God- sharing God’s love care and support to others.” We welcomed this opportunity to share our faith and beliefs during the three days with many people who talked of life issues and crises facing them. We were supported in this area by Mrs. Jean Denner and her husband Mervyn who displayed Mothers’ Union Enterprises- books and literature which was of much interest to those who visited the Marquee. I would like to thank Mrs. Anna Mae Mc Hugh Managing Director, her daughter Anna Marie and her staff for the immediate response to all of our requests - extra space, detailed signage and extra toilets. Yes! Once again we had a mum with a wheel chair who was most grateful for the support she received. We were delighted to welcome Anna Mae to the marquee when she visited us with the Church of Ireland Archbishop of Dublin and Glendalough Dr. Michael Jackson, and the Roman Catholic Archbishop of Dublin Dr. Diarmuid Martin and the President of the Methodist Church. Mothers’ Union Branches of Athy, Dunlavin, Donoughmore and Donard, Narraghmore Timolin Castledermot and Kinneagh and were the main holders of responsibility for the organisation and running of the activity. The event would not have been possible without the dedication and commitment of the members. I would like to express my sincerest thanks to Branch Enrolling Members Mrs. Jenny Lazenby who assisted with the setting up and Mrs. Violet Hanbidge who stayed to the end and helped with the packing up and to all the members of the branches and the parishioners of Narraghmore Timolin Castledermot and Kinneagh. I would like to thank Mrs. Thelma Cole for providing warm and generous hospitality to Jean for the four nights for the past three years. I would like to thank Mrs. Jean Thompson for under taking to prepare and to display Mothers’s Union materials and poster on the walls of the marquee and the colourful wall hangings she provided. We welcomed the support from the All Ireland Mrs. June Wilkinson, Mrs. Margaret Mahon, Mrs. June Empey. From Dublin Branches Mrs. Ann Walsh Mrs. Valerie D’Alton and Mrs. Sandra Knaggs, Mrs. Olive Good, Mrs. Lesley Rue. Members from nearby Branches also helped Celbridge Straffan and Newcastle, Mrs. Lorna Murphy, Mrs. Linda Daly, Mrs. Valerie Denner, from Lucan Mrs. Heather Godfrey, Mrs. Valerie Twoomey. I would also like to acknowledge the support and direction we received from Mrs. Olive Good in relation to Safeguarding Trust. I would like to thank our Diocesan President Mrs. Joy Gordon for her support and encouragement in the planning and organising and her positive response to the requests and for seeking the support for the provision of funds for the larger marquee. I would also like to thank the Rev. Nigel Waugh for the support of the Church Review. On a very personal note I would like to thank the parishioners from Narraghmore Timolin Castledermot and Kinneagh Judy Chambers, Jennifer Glynn, Linda Stanley, and Olga Braithwaite who helped in very practical ways setting up and packing up. Thanks also to Timolin National School for the Childrens’ tables and chairs and to Philip Hendy for providing and delivering chairs. This event was an All Ireland event and we the Mother’s Union Dublin and Glendalough Diocese were all so delighted and grateful that we were able to fulfill our responsibilities in such a positive manner and to provide help and support to so many people particularly so many young mums who visited us. We send our best wishes to Mothers’ Union in the Diocese of Cashel and Ossory in organising the event in 2012. From left: At the Mothers’ Union Tent Olga Braithwaite and Linda Ward; MU Tent; Pictured at the Mothers’ Union Stand at the Ploughing in Athy were l/r front: Avril Gillatt (Area President), April & Linda Stanley, Hazel Sherlock (All Ireland Vice President); Back: Jean Denner (Diosc. Treasurer), Jennifer Lazenby (Athy Chair) & Linda Ward. Pic: Nigel Gillis.; Timothy Ward, Daniel Neale & Edward Neale. 10 ChurCh <strong>review</strong>
CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL, DUBLIN is holding a Fund Raising Auction and Gala Ball on Friday 16 December 2011, in DURROW, Co Laois. The Auction is in Sheppard’s Irish Auction House and the Ball in Durrow Castle. In addition there is a Choral recital, at which the Cathedral Choir will participate, in St Fintan’s <strong>church</strong>, Durrow on Friday 9 December at 8.00pm. As every homeowner knows, the care and upkeep of a building, particularly an ancient property, is an expensive responsibility. Christ Church Cathedral is no exception, since parts of it including the south transept and the crypt, date back nearly 1,000 years. On the 16 April 1562 the thirteenthcentury high vaults of the nave, whose weight had displaced the walls sideways, collapsed. This event as well bringing down the roof and much of the south wall destroyed the clerestory and parts of the arcade below resulting in half the cathedral being left open to the elements. A succession of half measures were undertaken to restore the fabric until the second half of the 19th century. With the hugely generous help of Henry Roe, the eminent architect Edmund Street rebuilt Christ Church as we know it today. Now, nearly a century and a half since Street’s restoration, the bell tower in particular, the chapter house, the music room and the east end stained glass windows are all in need of extensive work, which would ideally take place over a period of five years at an estimated cost of €3 million. The cathedral Board is able to source funds for preservation and restoration of the fabric from the European Union via the Heritage Council and from Dublin Corporation to name but two generous benefactors, but it is normal practice for the donors to make grants on condition that the cathedral first raises matching amounts from its own resources. The cathedral Board, bound by statute, has special responsibility for the fabric and the cathedral architect, Mr Paul Arnold, carries out regular inspections to report on essential works according to urgency. Re-pointing of the bell tower at an estimated cost of €1m is the Board’s focus at the present. With the co-operation of Mr Michael Sheppard, of Sheppard’s Irish Auction House in Durrow, a Charity Auction is to take place, with all the usually associated costs waived, on Friday 16 December 2011 followed by a Ball that evening in Durrow Castle. Sheppard’s have an international reputation and besides, counting among their clients and friends, know many people in Ireland of high net worth. They have all facilities for internet bidding and publishing their auction catalogues on line, as well as facilities for telephone bidding. The auction committee is now seeking support from all those who hold it dear, to contribute something of value to this cause. Promotional leaflets are available suggesting the type of articles suitable for auction, which may either be left in the Cathedral or, by arrangement collected and taken to Durrow. Monetary contributions will also be very welcome. Further information is on the cathedral website www.cccdub.ie or by telephoning Ms Anne Bourke of Sheppard’s at 057 874 0000 or 086 374 4673. Post Auction Ball After the auction why not join us for the Ball in Durrow Castle, a few minute’s walk across the square. You will be assured of a most memorable evening! Durrow Castle was built in 1716 and retains much of its old world atmosphere. You may relax in the drawing room, sip tea in the library, or stroll through the manicured gardens. Perhaps you would like to meander down the avenue, enjoy some fresh air and see again the little village of Durrow before donning the finery and joining friends and guests at a reception at 7.00pm. With log fires, a Christmas tree, holly, ivy and maybe even mistletoe it will be with some reluctance that you leave the reception and make your way to the Banqueting Hall but this you must do. The castle head chef and his staff will have prepared for your delight a most excellent five course meal and you will spend the next hours relaxing, chatting and savouring the atmosphere of this truly special place. For those who have the energy – and after all who hasn’t – you may dance the night away. John Hosey and the Blue Print Band will indulge you with a medley of soothing, relaxing music interspersed with exhilarating hot- rhythmic jive, and you may savour the moment, comforted in the knowledge that yet another bid has been made to safeguard Christ Church Cathedral and you have been a part of it. Details of the Ball are available on the cathedral website auction page and booking forms may be downloaded there. CANONS IN RESIDENCE 04 September The Dean 11 September Canon Asiling Shine (remembrance) 18 September Canon John Clarke 25 September Canon Kenneth Kearon SERVICES: Monday to Saturday 10.00 Morning Prayer (Mon to Fri) 12.00 Peace Prayers 12.45 Eucharist (Mon to Fri) 17.00 Evening Prayer (Mon, Tues, Fri & Sat) 18.00 Choral Evensong (Wed & Thurs in term) Sunday 11.00 Sung Eucharist 15.30 Choral Evensong 17.00 Eucharist in the Irish Language (Fourth Sunday of every month.) CATHEDRAL CONTACTS Dean: The Very Revd Dermot P.M. Dunne (6778099 ext: 217/087 986 5073/ dean@cccdub.ie) Residential Priest Vicar: The Revd Garth Bunting (6778099 ext 201/ garth.bunting@cccdub.ie) Managing Director: Ms Bernie Murphy (6778099 ext 209/bernie.murphy@cccdub.ie) Director of Operations: Vacant Director of Music: Vacant Head Virger: Mr Daire Daly Dean’s Virger: Mr Freddie McKeown Head of Maintenance: Mr Mark Hansard CATHEDRAL OFFICE Telephone: 01 6778099 Fax: 01 6798991 Email: welcome@cccdub.ie Web: www.cccdub.ie CHURCH REVIEW 23
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