The death has occurred of Patrick (Paddy) Skehan 18 Newtown Tce, Thomastown, Kilkenny

The death has taken place of Patrick (Paddy) Skehan, 18 Newtown Tce, Thomastown, Co Kilkenny, peacefully at his residence. 3rd December 2024. Beloved husband of the late Nancy, predeceased by his brothers Tom, Frank, Tony and Michael. Much loved father of Pat, Anne, John and Dermot, grandfather to Stephanie, Conor, Darragh, Niall, Shane, Mark, Jack and Luke, great grandfather to Kayleigh and Ellie. Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his family, son-in-law Paul, Sisters-in-law Gretta, Bridgie and Jo, nieces and nephews, cousins, extended family Monica, Eithna, Catherine and Maria and his many good friends and neighbours. A special thanks to Eithna for her exceptional care to Paddy in recent months.

MAY PADDY REST IN PEACE

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Reflection

John the Baptist gave concrete answers to the different groups that asked, “What should we do?” He is teaching us that faith is not abstract but is incarnated into concrete life. What small tangible things can we do to prepare for Christmas?
How can I do my part? Let us make a concrete commitment, even if small, that is adapted to our situation in life and let us continue to do it to prepare ourselves for this Christmas. For example: I can call a person who is alone, visit that elderly person or that person who is ill, do something to serve a poor person, someone in need. Even still: maybe I need to ask forgiveness, grant forgiveness, clarify a situation, pay a debt. Perhaps I have neglected prayer and after a long time, it is time to draw near to the Lord’s forgiveness. Brothers and sisters, let us find something concrete and do it!
Pope Francis