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PLEASE NOTE: EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT IN ST. BERNARD’S WILL BE SUSPENDED FOR JULY AND AUGUST.

PLEASE NOTE: There will be no daily Mass in St MacNissi’s during July and August.

THE BAPTISM PREPARATION MEETING 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’ will break for summer and resume on Tuesday 7th September. All mothers and grandmothers invited to come and pray for their children and grandchildren.

DALY LINE–The prayer-line is confidential and offers prayer for, and prayer with, anyone in need, bringing God into all the difficult areas of life. Telephone prayer requests can be made at any time via email. All requests will be prayed for. The prayer line is not a counselling service. Call the Daly Prayer Line between 11am to 1pm 07881819414 or email prayer requests to dalyprayerline@talktalk.net.

FAMILY MINISTRY will be running a twelve week course entitled, ‘Our Faith: Our Church’, in St Mary’s University College starting late September and running until mid December. For more details contact familyministry.dc@btconnect.com.

CHILDREN IN CROSSFIRE are recruiting 20 runners for the Barcelona Half Marathon on the 13th February 2011. For more information contact Sarah on 71269898 or e-mail events@childrenincrossfire.org.

ST MARY’S FOOTBALL CLUB – Pre season training will commence again on Tuesday 10th August. The committee would also welcome applications from volunteers either in coaching or administration to support the activities of the Club. For further details visit club website www.st-marysfc.co.uk or contact either Eamon Morgan 07799 114030 or Brian Byrne 07715 758904. The management and staff of St Mary’s FC wish all players, coaches and their families a great summer break.

GIFT AID: We have now contacted all who have not returned the Gift Aid card. Could we ask you to please return the form as soon as possible so that we are confident that all records are up to date. If you no longer pay tax please return the form with that information.

ACCORD – Wish to advise the necessity to book the Marriage Preparation course at least 6 months prior to your wedding. For more information contact 90339944. Accord are also organising courses for inter-church couples preparing for marriage. For more details contact 90233002.

ST BERNARD’S 6TH ANTRIM SCOUT UNIT requires new leaders for all sections, Beavers, Cubs and Scouts. Following the mandatory Child Protection checks all leaders will be provided with training and support. If you are up for the challenge contact Brian on 90843684, John on 90844439 or Peter on 90843268.

SUMMER CAMPS – St Enda’s is holding two separate week long campus. Football (boys & girls) will take place week commencing 5th July. Hurling & Camogie will take place week commencing 2nd August. Registration for both camps will take place at the club on Sunday 13th & 20th June between 10am and 12 noon. Places are limited and early booking is advised. Further details are available on www.stendas.com.


LITERACY TRAINING CENTRES – TTRS Literacy Upgrading achieves remarkable results for dyslexia and other literacy learning difficulties. New centres are required in the Belfast area. For information on opening your own centre please phone 41738413 or 07811355462. You can visit our site for more information www.ttrs.co.uk.
GUITAR LESSONS – Are you interested in taking up a new hobby for the summer? Experienced guitarist available for lessons. Keen rates! Acoustic or electric. Any age. Can use own home or travel. Contact 07891242099.

SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN: A booklet outlining present best practice in this Diocese is available after Mass to-day. It is a timely piece of information and will clearly show you how we protect our children to-day in all our parishes, including this one.

CHILDREN IN CROSSFIRE are recruiting 20 enthusiastic individuals to join them for the Budapest Half Marathon on Sunday 5th September. £150 deposit is requested and minimum sponsorship applies. For further information contact Sarah on 02871 269898 or email events@childrenincrossfire.org.

PARISH CELL GROUPS – PARISH CELL GROUPS If you would like to experience a Cell meeting or would like further information contact Breige Dobbin on 90879611 any evening after 7.00pm. The Parish Cell System - Growing in a faith community. Parish Cell System more information here

ST. BERNARD’S ART CLUB Thursdays in St. Bernard’s Hall from 8.00pm – 10.00pm. New members, irrespective of age or experience are welcome. Because of Child Protection Policy and Procedures children should be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Further information from Nigel 90859660.

FREE COMPUTER CLASSES for anyone over 18 under the auspices of Department of Employment & Learning to be held in this area. Contact Katie on 07547806654/90326771 if interested.

PASTORAL COUNSELLING Grief and mourning are natural responses to loss. Each person grieves in his/her own way, and at times difficulties may arise in the grieving process, leaving the bereaved feeling overwhelmed and unable to make sense of their thoughts and emotions. It takes time to say goodbye. If you are finding difficulty of any kind in working through your grief then one to one grief work can provide the time and space needed for the journey into acceptance and healing. If interested in availing of this service please contact the Parish Office (90832979).

ST. BERNARD’S FOLK GROUP Interested in joining us? We would welcome musicians and singers to join us to sing and play at 11am Mass in St. Bernard’s church. Practice each Monday at 8pm in the church

THE CHILDREN’S LITURGY 1pm mass each sunday. 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. or Download form here.

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.

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.
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