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Parish News This Week THE PRIEST ON DUTY: The priest on call this week is Fr Paul 90832488 THE ANNUAL MASS for the Pioneers and St. Joseph’s Young Priests Society will be held on Wednesday 1st July at 7.30pm in St. Mary’s on the Hill church. All welcome. ST. MAC NISSI’S: Please note daily Mass has been cancelled for the summer months. THE BAPTISM PREPARATION MEETING will be held on Monday 6th July at 7pm sharp in St. Bernard’s. All parents are expected to attend the meeting before the baptism of their child. To book, ring the Parish Office 90832979 (10.30am – 2.30pm Monday – Friday). B.B.C N.I. is making a documentary to mark the 30th anniversary of Pope John Paul’s visit to Ireland. They are keen to hear from people who have memories of that weekend. They are also interested to hear personal recollections, speak to those who have photographs or video/Super8 footage. Contact Patricia Buller on 90338735 or mobile 0774279661 or email patricia.buller@bbc.co.uk KNOCK PILGRIMAGE 19th & 20th September. Overnight accommodation and all meals in the Park Hotel. Price £120 stg. fully inclusive. Contact Lucy Cranney on 90742589 or Bernadette Graham on 90592263. ST. BRIGID’S PARISH TRIP TO POLAND 22nd-29th September with visits to Krakow, Auschwitz, Sanctuary of St. Faustina, the home place of Pope John Paul and other places of interest. Cost: single room approx. £795; double £690 – to include 7 nights bed breakfast and meal. If interested contact 90665409 (St. Brigid’s Office). HOUSEKEEPER/COOK required to cover sick leave – hours 9am – 3pm, Monday – Friday. For application form contact St. Gerard’s Presbytery tel. 90774833. RALLY FOR LIFE IN DUBLIN – Please join the massive pro-life rally on Saturday 4th in Dublin Centre. Coaches to the rally leaving various towns across N. Ireland. For details contact 90278484. YEAR FOR PRIESTS: Pope Benedict has declared a “Year for Priests” beginning on June 19th the Feast of the Sacred Heart. With the announcement of this Year for Priests, the Pope has declared St. John Vianney the Universal Patron of Priests on the occasion of the 150th anniversary of the death of the Cure d’Ars. ST. MAC NISSI’S: Please note daily Mass has been cancelled for the summer months. CLONARD NOVENA: A Redemptorist priest will speak briefly after Holy Communion at all Masses this weekend. THE ANNUAL DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES – ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP: Offerings and names will be taken after all Masses weekend 28th June for enrolment as Associate Members. The money donated is used to offer fares and in some cases, free places to sick and needy pilgrims who otherwise could not afford to make their pilgrimage. It is also used to purchase much needed medical equipment for use in the care of the sick at Lourdes. CAMARA –Springclean, Reuse, Recycle and Educate in Africa. Camara take in used computers, refurbish them and send them to schools in Africa.. We need: Base units, Monitors, Power Leads and Mice. Specification of donated computers: Pentium 111+; 256 Mb Hard drive; CD/DVD Drive; 15-17” Monitors. Parking is easy at Unit 23 7 24, Townsend Business Park, Townsend Street. Contact Ann Fitzpatrick on 90332470 email:Belfast@camara.ie ST. BERNARD’S SCOUT LEADERS: Due to the increase in numbers of children joining the 6th Antrim Scout Unit, we need new leaders for all sections, Beavers, Cubs and Scouts to help continue with its range of adventurous fun and community based activities. Scouting is focused on developing character and good moral compass. Some people think scouting is about merit badges and camping, but that is just the programme used to deliver a value based experience that hopefully children will keep with them for the rest of their lives. All leaders will be provided with training and support. There will be mandatory Child Protection checks. If you are up for the challenge or require further information, please contact Brian on 90843684, John 90844439 or Peter on 90843268. ST. VINCENT DE PAUL have provided containers at the three churches for good condition used clothing CEILI – FUNDRAISING NIGHT FOR HABITAT for HUMANITY The Reid School of Irish Dancing is holding a fundraising night on 25th June in St. Bernard’s Scout Hall. refreshments and light food available – donations towards the charity would be very acceptable. THE BAPTISM PREPARATION MEETING will be held on Monday 5th July at 7pm sharp in St. Bernard’s. All parents are expected to attend the meeting before the baptism of their child. To book, ring the Parish Office 90832979 (10.30am – 2.30pm Monday – Friday). “MOTHERS’ PRAYERS” held each Tuesday morning after 10am Mass in St. Bernard’s meeting room. Please come and pray for your children / grandchildren. CAMARA –Springclean, Reuse, Recycle and Educate in Africa. Camara take in used computers, refurbish them and send them to schools in Africa. We would like to bring your attention to the current appeal to anyone who may be clearing out or updating computer equipment. We are planning to fill a 20 foot container which will take approximately 220 computers. We need: Base units, Monitors, Power Leads and Mice. Specification of donated computers: Pentium 111+; 256 Mb Hard drive; CD/DVD Drive; 15-17” Monitors. Parking is easy at Unit 23 7 24, Townsend Business Park, Townsend Street. Contact Ann Fitzpatrick on 90332470 email:Belfast@camara.ie ST. MAC NISSI’S, GARRON TOWER: Past students are organising a reunion for all associated with the College. It will be held on Saturday 5th September in the Europa Hotel. Tickets at £50 per person (black tie and formal wear). Please contact Kieran Downey at gt.reunion@googlemail.com PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLYLAND direct from Belfast 10 days (19th – 28th September). Half board, transfers, tours etc only £1089. Contact Rita O’Neill on 90623186. ST. BERNARD’S FOLKGROUP would be delighted to hear from any musicians especially a Keyboard Player to join them for 11am Mass each Sunday. See any group member at Mass or contact the parish office 90832979. ST. BERNARD’S YOUTH GROUP have recommenced at 7pm each Sunday. The group meet in St. Bernard’s church meeting room. The youth group is open to all young people aged 14-18 years. For further information contact Gerard on 07716584825. BEGINNING EXPERIENCE: Provides support and is open to all who are Widowed, Separated or Divorced. Weekly meetings will be held each Wednesday in St. Bride’s Hall, 38 Derryvolgie Avenue, from 8pm-10pm
St. Mary’s Football Club New players and volunteers are always welcome. For further information please visit Club website www.st-marysfc.co.uk or contact Frankie Wilson Tel 028 90842525.
REVERENCE IN CHURCH: Please remember to show respect at all times to Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. Christ is present before and after Mass, and at all times in the Tabernacle. Please refrain from chatting and switch off your mobile! PARISH BUILDING CLUB DRAW:If you wish to join the Parish Draw please ring the office on 90832979 between 10.30am – 2.30pm or give your name and address to one of the church collectors.
ST BERNARD’S
REPOSITORY: Now open in the front entrance of the church.
Religious goods, books etc may also be ordered. CAR PARKING: The disabled car spaces should be used only by cars displaying an official ‘disabled’ sign, especially on Sundays when a number of disabled people are attending Mass. |
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THE
CHILDREN’S LITURGY will recommence in
September and we would remind parents that
all children must be registered before
attending. Parents are asked to tick the
attendance sheet in the porch each Sunday. We
are required to do this in order to comply with
Child Protection Regulations and request your
full cooperation. If your child’s name is not on
the attendance sheet please speak to one of the
leaders after Mass. Registration forms are
available from the leaders.
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