Club Lotto Draw 8 February 2024
There was no winner of the Club Lotto following the draw on 8 February 2024. The Jackpot rolls over to next week when the sum of €6,200 could be won.
Reminder Membership due via Foireann
As you are aware we are moving to Foireann for all membership payments this year.
Moving to Foireann for our membership payments is a positive step for our club, resulting in cost savings and a more robust payment and registration process that is less labour intensive. Doing this positions us well for the future as the GAA continues to expand the use of Foireann and moves towards integration with the One Club model.
Full details can be found on the membership page with guides and video to assist you on the new registration system.
Thank you for support.
Francie Plunkett RIP, brother of Liam Plunkett
The Trustees and members of St. Brigid’s wish to extend our deepest sympathies to the Plunkett family on the passing of Francie Plunket, brother of Liam Plunkett.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dílis
Notice Extract
Francis (Francie) Plunkett passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family on St. Brigid’s Day, Thursday, 1st February 2024.
Predeceased by his parents, Harry & Mary Plunkett and grandaughter Isla Fae Plunkett. He will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his wife Shelia, children Gerard (Emer), Henry (Jasmine) and Frances (Damian), siblings Sr. Maria, Liam and Patricia, grandchildren Luella and Tadhg, Donnaacha, Maia, Faolánn, Isla (RIP) and Rhea, Oscar and Sonny, brothers in law, sisters in law, nephews, nieces, cousins, extended family, neighbours and friends.
May he rest in peace.
Reposing at Reilly’s Funeral Home, Kilcogy (N39W1D6) on Sunday evening February 4th from 5pm until 7pm. Funeral Mass on Monday the 5th at 12 noon in St. Mary’s Church, Carrick, Finea (N91 TH22), followed by cremation at Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan.
GAA President’s Award/ Gradaim an Uachtaráin 2024 for Mary O’Connor
Dear Members,
We are thrilled to share some wonderful news with you, made even more special by being announced on St Brigid’s Day.
St. Brigid’s GAA Club takes immense pride and joy in announcing that Mary O’Connor, our former secretary and current assistant secretary, has been chosen to receive a President’s Award from Larry McCarthy, President of the GAA, in recognition of her exceptional contributions to the Ladies Gaelic Football Association over the years. These prestigious awards, organized and presented annually, honor individuals who have demonstrated outstanding commitment and dedication to the organization.
Mary exemplifies the best qualities of the GAA, showcasing relentless pursuit of excellence and unwavering commitment that has left a lasting impact on the growth of ladies football in Dublin. We are thrilled to see her significant contributions acknowledged in this manner. Within St. Brigid’s, we deeply appreciate Mary’s dedication to the GAA, which extends to the phenomenal impact she has made on our own club. As our secretary, she served as the linchpin, coordinating meetings, managing pitch allocations, driving innovation, and inspiring volunteers and members alike. Her work was carried out with exceptional efficiency, courtesy, and a lack of fuss. Mary’s infectious enthusiasm and enduring commitment have not only left a lasting mark on our club but have also enriched the lives of our members and players.
Pictured: Mary O’Connor presenting the Go Ahead JFC cup to @StBrigidsGAA captain, Elaine Kelly (2022) – image credit Maurice Grehan
We extend our wholehearted congratulations to Mary on this well-deserved honor and we take immense pride in having a member of our club recognized in such a distinguished manner.
Le gach dea-guí,
Denis Courtney
Chairman
PS – The GAA President’s Awards (Gradaim an Uachtaráin 2024) will be broadcast this Friday (Feb 2nd) on on TG4 at 7.30pm.
Shelia (Julia) Reilly RIP
The Trustees and members of St. Brigid’s wish to extend our deepest sympathies to the Reilly family on the passing of Sheila (Julia) Reilly, mother of James Reilly.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dílis
Notice Extract
REILLY (née Collins), Sheila (Julia) (Finglas, Dublin) January 29th 2024 (peacefully) surrounded by her loving family in the care of the wonderful staff of Connolly Hospital, Blanchardstown. Beloved wife of the late James Reilly and pre-deceased by her son Kieran O’Reilly and her daughter Kathleen. Much loved mother of Margaret, Mary, Winnie, Patrick and James. Sadly missed by her loving sons, daughters, sisters, brothers, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, cousins, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace
Reposing at Cunningham’s Funeral Home, Clonsilla on Thursday evening (February 1st) from 2 pm with removal to the Church of St. Oliver Plunkett, Rivermount, Finglas arriving at 5pm. Funeral Mass on Friday morning in the Church of St. Oliver Plunkett, Rivermount at 11am followed by burial in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Dundalk (arriving at 1.30pm approx).
Club Survey – Have Your Say!
Please check your emails or WhatApp messages from group mentors for communications from the club about a club wide survey.
This is an opportunity for members to give their views and feedback which will greatly assist and help shape the future development of the club over the next few years. We encourage all members to complete this online survey by 31 January 2024.
On 20 February 2024 there will be a town hall meeting where everyone is welcome to hear the findings of this survey and discuss plans around the set up of new committees.
Now is the time to have your say and get involved in how the club will move forward.
St. Brigid’s Day Mass in the Clubhouse
On Thursday evening next, 1st February, the club will host a special mass for the Feast of St. Brigid at 7pm
All members and the wider community are invited to attend. Refreshments will be available after the ceremony.
Micheál Gargan RIP
The Trustees and members of St. Brigid’s wish to extend our deepest sympathies to the Gargan family on the passing of Micheál Gargan. Micheál was a great St. Brigid’s supporter down the years and as a former teacher in Coláiste Mhuire always had a cúpla focal of encouragement.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis
Notice Extract
Micheál Gargan, Castleknock Park, Dublin and formerly of Moynalty, Co. Meath. Passed away peacefully on the 24th of January 2024, after a short illness, surrounded by his loving family and in the care of the staff at Connolly Hospital, Blanchardstown. Micheál, beloved husband of Kay, devoted father of Shane, Sinéad, Colm (RIP) and Ciarán, cherished grandfather of Ross, Cillian, Art, Moore, Diarmuid and Ailbhe. Deeply missed and remembered by his loving family, son-in-law Fergal, daughters-in-law Noreen and Michelle, sole surviving sister Anne, sisters-in-law Ann and Jane, brother-in-law Tony, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Predeceased by his parents, his four brothers and four sisters.
May Micheál Rest in Peace.
Reposing at his home on Friday evening from 4pm to 7pm. Removal to the Church of Our Lady Mother of the Church, Castleknock, on Saturday afternoon, arriving for Requiem Mass at 1pm followed by burial in Esker Cemetery, Lucan, where he will be reunited with baby Colm.
Micheál’s Funeral Mass can be viewed by following the link displayed on RIP.ie on Saturday afternoon. (Live only).
Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, to St. Francis Hospice, Blanchardstown.
St. Brigid’s Club Nursery Returns
Our Club GAA Nursery returns after the Christmas break on Saturday morning next to Russell Park.
New families are welcome to come down and join any Saturday morning.
- For children born in 2019 and 2020 – 9.30am to 10.15am
- For children born in 2018 – 10.30am to 11.15am
If you require further information please contact David Moran, our Games Promotion Officer on 087 9267607.
Many thanks to Sherry Fitzgerald for their continued support of our Club GAA Nursery.
Irish Life Every Step Counts Challenge
The Club is delighted, as part of the GAA Healthy Clubs initiative, to be participating again in the Irish Life Every Step Counts Challenge which starts on Monday 8th January and runs until 12th February next.
A lot of people are already signed up but we need more to sign up and record their KMs to have a chance to compete as well as we did over the past number of years. So we are calling on all club members and the communities of Blanchardstown and Castleknock to sign up. Be sure to sign up to St. Brigid’s GAA Dublin as there are a number of other St. Brigid’s clubs in Leinster registered. By registering for St. Brigid’s GAA Dublin all of the steps will be properly accumulated under one account as every step counts!
Signing up is really simple – just follow these easy steps:
Download the Irish Life MyLife app either from the Google Play Store (Android Phones) or the Apple App Store (iphones)
Register or log in (if you have an account already)
Select your challenge (Social
ChallengesLeinsterSt. Brigid’s GAA Dublin
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Track your walks or runs from 8th January until 12th February next.**Important Step!!**
Connecting your phone’s step counter/activity tracker is really important or we won’t get the benefit of all your walking! In the MyLife App, go to ‘Track’ then ‘Trackers’ then select your device (e.g. Fitbit, Apple Watch, SmartWatch, etc.). The easiest way being to simply add your phone’s health app. If you don’t do this, we won’t get your steps! Check out https://mylife.irishlife.ie/faq/tracking for more information if you have any issues with tracking.
Be sure to connect to the correct account – St. Brigid’s GAA Dublin
The challenge lasts for just over a month and it’s a great excuse to get yourself and the family out for some exercise and much needed fresh air. Stay safe and tag us in photos whilst taking part in the challenge in the St. Brigid’s colours.
Remember – Every Step Counts!
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