Please Pray For Mel Farrelly, Longford, brother of Anne Smyth, Robinstown and Imelda O’Shaughnessy, Delvin whose funeral Mass and burial took place in Longford on the 10^th May last.  Also for Carmel Brady (nee Clarke) Virginia, sister of Mary Smyth, Boltown who has died.  Funeral arrangements later.  May their souls rest in peace. 

Knock Pilgrimage to Pray for Peace in the Holy Land People from all over Ireland are invited to Knock Shrine on Saturday 16^th May, for a special pilgrimage to pray for peace in the Holy Land.  The pilgrimage – organised by the papal charity Aid to the Church in Need – will be led by Bishop William Shomali from Bethlehem.  Bishop Shomali will offer a message of hope at 11 am and celebrate Mass at 3 pm.  Everyone welcome.

Meath Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes the Annual Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes, led by Bishop Deenihan, is scheduled to depart on the 8^th September.  Pilgrims have the option of selecting a 4-night or 5-night stay.  All participants will be accommodated in hotels, with fares starting at €849 for full board.  Booking forms can be obtained through JWT.  For further information, please contact 01-2410800 or www.joewalshtours.ie.

Ballinlough GFC Lotto Results Letters K O V X – No winner, 3 Letters – Philip Brady wins €100.  Next draw takes place in the clubhouse on the 25^th May and the jackpot will be €6100.

Kells Road Races CC’s unlimited Kells Road Races launch night takes place next Thursday night the 21^st May at 8 pm in the Headfort Arms Hotel, Kells as they officially launch the Road Racing Weekend which will be taking place in Crossakiel on the 20^th/21^st June next.  Everyone welcome to attend.