Cobh

Colorful Cobh calendar 
For the past four years Fr Liam Kelleher recently retired after, fifty two years of ministry, but still residing in Cobh, produced a calendar with the proceeds going to charity. The production costs are kept to a minimum with the designing provided free of charge by Flanagan print Youghal. Fr Liam looks after the photography and the calendar for 2021
contains 43 images all shot on the great island, in stunning colour.  The proceeds go to charity again this  year to help the  Benedictine nuns, an enclosed order based at Admiralty house, a historic building which was home for the American navy during the latter years of the first world  war, and many of the key decisions leading up to Allies victory to end the war were made there.  The money last year went to  install a new lift, needed to help the elderly sisters. The next major task is to provide a new heating system to replace the existing one which has been on its last legs. 
The sisters received National prominence recently, when the apples from their orchard were stolen. Mother Cathetine stated on the 9 O'Clock  news on 
Rte. She offered forgiveness to the perpetrators and urged them to amend their ways. If ever you could say, that there can be such as a  good robber, this was it. The  outcome of the news exposure, captured the imagination of the country and offers of help flooded in. The workers at  Barryscourt caste restoration  project at nearby  Carrigtwohill, picked the apples from the nearby orchard and delivered them to the delighted nuns in Cobh.  Other offers of help were very much appreciated. 
The Community of Benedictine nuns,  live according to the ancient tradition of prayer and hospitality. The building houses the sisters enclosure and all that is necessary for their simple lifestyle. Within the walls there is a large chapel, open to the public, which adjoins the nuns choir. 
Seven times a day the community assembles, to bring before God, the needs of all humanity and especially those who come to them seeking prayer and support. Outside these times they replace one another at Eucharistic Adoration making a continual presence with the Lord. 
The life of prayer overflows into the wider community, who are joined to the monastery in a variety of  ways , be it in the prayerful silence of the adoration chapel, and the peace and tranquility of the Bible garden. The garden totally renovated  by a team of volunteers, is a haven of peace and tranquility. The tea room a provides the opportunity for a cuppa and a chat  and all are assured of a warm welcome. Private and group retreats are catered for. Other groups are also accommodated and avail of the wide ranging facilities. 
Parishioners gathered there for early morning Sunday mass before Covid  struck. There is accommodation for ten guests at times of retreats or prayer vigils, with new lift about to be installed will be available to them.
The calendar,  with a suggested donation of €5 is very reasonable for its vibrant images and quotations,  showcased  in the 43  photos. There has been a huge uptake on the sale of the calendars in all the shops in Cobh,  with many using the opportunity to mail it to relatives and friends abroad. Single copies can be mailed for €2.50 to Ireland and €4.50 overseas. For those who would like to buy in bulk and help the cause,  10 can be posted for just €9. 
Contact. Fr Liam by email: <a href="mailto:liamkelleher44@gmail.com" target="_blank">liamkelleher44@gmail.com</a> or txt 087-8516984.

Colourful Cobh Calendar

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