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PARISH OF DRUMCREE Mission Statement: Our Parish is a Christ-centred community. In Baptism we are challenged by the Spirit to live and share the Gospel message. Through proclaiming the Gospel message to all, Growth in Faith, Liturgy, Justice Issues and Ecumenism we extend our love and care to all people providing support in renewing and deepening our faith. We value the gifts and talents of each of our Parishioners and invite them to use these in responding to Christ’s invitation to all of us to follow Him and spread the Good News to the whole world. www.drumcreeparish.com St. John the Baptist Church, Garvaghy Road (1777) - 1977 St. Patrick’s Church, William Street - 1835 25th May 2008 Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi) Mass Times: St. John the Baptist Saturday 7 p.m. Sunday 8.30 & 11.30 a.m. St. Patrick’s Sunday 10 a.m. Weekday Masses: St. John the Baptist Tuesday - Friday 7p.m. St. Patrick’s Monday - Saturday 10 a.m. Monday 7p.m. (Novena - Miraculous Medal) Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Thursdays in St. John the Baptist Church beginning at 6 p.m. Devotions 1st and 2nd Sunday Confessions: St. Patrick’s Saturday - 12.30 - 1.15 p.m. St. John the Baptist Saturday - 6.15 - 6.45 p.m. Baptisms: Every Saturday, 5 p.m.Registration for Baptism must be made in St. John the Baptist Church, after Friday evening Mass, two weeks prior to date. Marriage: At least three months notice must be given to the Priests of the Parish. Phone Numbers: Fr. O’Dwyer 38350610 Fr. White 38332218 Parish Mobile - Emergency No. 07841101850 Requiescat In Pace Lately deceased: Annie Breen At This Time: Dominic Marley, Kathleen Mullan, Edward McVeigh Sunday 25th: James Mulholland, Kathleen Loughran, Daniel Mackle, Margaret Garvey, William James Mulholland Monday 26th: Annie McCann, Marie Mallon, Alice Hagan, Mary Freeburn. Tuesday 27th: Kathleen Corry, Mary Grimes, Mary Nugent, Karl Mercer, Patrick Gallagher Wednesday 28th: Gerry Harbinson, Una O’Neill, Charlie McCann, Gerrard McDonnell, Mannix McDonnell, Colette Coyle, Jane McKeefrey Thursday 29th: M.M. Lena Hickman, Annie McNeice, Kathleen Cullen, William Tennyson, Charles Molloy, Annie McQuaid, Lucy McDonald, Donna Magennis Friday 30th: M.M. John Murphy, May Waterson(1st Anniversary), Mary Hagan, Brian McKeown, Rita McCann Saturday 31st: M.M. Kieran O’Connor, Patrick Toland, Ellie McCooe, Eileen McCann Congratulations to all those confirmed yesterday by Cardinal Sean Brady and those confirmed by Bishop Clifford on 9th May last. May you use the gift of The Holy Spirit to build up your Christian life and the life of your family and our Parish community. Ministers of The Eucharist - June Vigil - Miriam Loftus, Bernadette Breen, Mary McAlinden, Martina O’Hanlon. 8.30 a.m. Thomas McCooe, Eddie McVeigh, Patsy Hanratty. 10 a.m. Ann Fleming, Maurice Hagan Pat Devlin. 11.30 a.m. Teresa Murphy, Mary Taggart, Roisin Kelly, Gerry Barlow. St. Francis - Paddy Gorman Ministers of the Eucharist: St. John the Baptist, week beginning 26th May Mary McAlinden. Ministers of The Word - June Vigil - Sheila Henderson, 8.30 a.m. Kevin McConville. 10 a.m. Niamh Devlin, Aine McCreesh-West. 11.30 a.m. Monica McCaffrey Ministry of The Word: Week beginning 26th May 10 a.m. Tommy Mallon. 7 p.m. Olivia McDonald. First Communion next Saturday in St. John the Baptist Church for children from Ballyoran CPS at 11 a.m. and Bun Scoil at 1 p.m. All welcome to join children and families on this special day. Fr. Eugene and the Polish community will join us for Mass on Saturday 31st May at 7 p.m. Feast of The Sacred Heart: Annual vigil in honour of The Sacred Heart on Friday 30th May in St. John the Baptist Church beginning with Mass at 7 p.m., Scriptural Rosary at 8 p.m., Litany, Chaplet and Reflection Prayer at 8.40 p.m. and concluding with Holy Hour, which will begin at 9 p.m. Cemetery Sunday and Blessing of Graves at 11.30 a.m. next Sunday, 1st June. Children who made their First Communion recently can join in the procession to the Altar - assemble in Church at 11.15 a.m. Eucharistic Ministers wishing to distribute Holy Communion at this Mass should sign up in the Sacristy. WYD 2008: In July of this year we have 7 young people from our Parish travelling to Sydney Australia on Pilgrimage for World Youth Day 2008. In order to help with fund-raisng the following fund raising events have been organised: Table Quiz .... In the Parkside Inn on Friday the 30th May. Quiz begins at 9:15 pm. Refreshments will be served. Please feel free to come along; join with friends to put together a team for the quiz. A good night’s criac and entertainment is guaranteed. Car Boot Sale... Last one went very well with big crowds. Next car boot sale. Saturday 7th June in St. John’s car park beginning at 8am. Please come along as seller or a buyer and and let others know it is taking place Recent Baptisms: Shea Stephen O’Neill Rafferty St. Joseph’s Young Priest Society - meeting Wednesday 28th May after 7 p.m. Mass. PALS - Children’s prayer and Liturgy group for children from 4 yrs - primary 3, welcome children at 7 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. Sunday in St. Patrick’s. For more infromation contact Ursula on 07889424614. - Due to Cemetery Sunday PALS cancelled Sunday 1st June at both 10 a.m. and 11.30 a.m. Masses. 7 p.m. Mass Saturday 31st May is as usual. Procession to Presentation Sisters’ graves after evening Mass in St. John the Baptist Church on Friday 30th May, followed by prayers for deceased sisters. Sunday 18th May £2693-65 Thanks to all who contributed ****************************************** Reflection The bread that I shall give is my flesh, for the life of the world Isn’t the greatest gift one can give to another, the gift of oneself? Gifts can be sent in the post, credited and impersonally given; a gift can be chosen quickly or with care the gift expressing the giver’s personality or the relationship between two people is most welcomed. That’s the gift of the Eucharist; The bread that I shall give is my flesh, for the life of the world. This means, it is myself. When I give my time and listen, when I share my experience, or speak from the heart, or risk opening myself that another person may grow, then I am giving myself. and this is what Jesus does. He allows us into the hidden heart of his life; his relationship with his Father, his real beliefs about love and justice, peace and religion, life and death; his hopes for the poor, his conviction to suffer and die for God and for us. He breaks the joys and sorrows of his life, he invites his disciples and friends - you and me - to share our love for the life and growth, the encouragement and development of those with whom we share our lives. The bread that I shall give, is my flesh for the life of the world. Parish & Community Notices When submitting notices for the bulletin please include a contact name and telephone number. Notices and anniversaries should be left in by the Wednesday prior to publication. St. Vincent De Paul Society Good quality used clothing and furniture welcome at all times. Collection can be arranged. Contact the shop, tel. 38393898. Clothes and Furniture shops in Mayfair Business Centre, Garvaghy Road. Opening hours Monday - Friday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. NEW SELF HELP LINE - 38339639. Response within 48 hours. Lourdes 150th Anniversary - Direct from Belfast (7nights) - 17th JulyJeanne D’Arc Hotel, £485. Tel 38361289 for details. Drumcree House of Health: Yoga Wednesday 11 - 12.30, £4 per session or £36 for 12 week course. Salsa Exercise,Tuesday 8.30, £1 per session. All in Drumcree Community Centre. Phone Jennifer 38334522. SPRED - The group meet on Wednesday in Drumcree Community Centre at 7.30 p.m. Enquiries 38392568. St. Mary’s Youth Centre: Senior Ladies Netball every Tuesday 7 - 8 p.m. Ages 15 yrs - Adult. All welcome. Phone 38337524. Ashgrove Seniors Luncheon Club: Places available at the Luncheon Club on Tuesday and Thursday at 12 noon. Lunch & Bingo £1-50. If interested (over 60’s), contact Ashgrove Community Centre. Ballyoran Over 50 Club: Wednesday 2 - 3 p.m. New and old members welcome. Medjugorje Pilgrimages: 2nd August - 7 nights £410 ex Belfast. 25th October - 7 nights £460 ex Dublin. All half board accommodation. For information contact Stephanie Donnelly 02820768917 or 07762130882 Holy Land Pilgrimage: 3rd - 12th September Direct from Belfast. £850 p.p.s. inclusive of all taxes. For information contact Ann Diamond, 02879468134. Bannside Community Centre: Arts and Crafts Classes, 7 - 8.30 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday. English classes, Thursday 10 a.m. ICT for beginners. Cross community trip to Dublin, 4th - 11th July for children P5 - P7. Homework Club, Volunteer needed Wednesday. For information contact Carol 028 38339916. Drumcree College - TREASURE HUNT - in aid of Cystic Fibrosis. Friday 6th June, leaving the college at 7 p.m. and meeting up in the Famous Grouse, Ballyhegan. Cost £20 per car - includes buffet and light refreshments. Tickets available from Litter’s Garage and the college. St. John the Baptist PTA present Sunday Funday 8th June at 2 p.m. Magician, balloon modellers and all old favourite attractions. Ulster Project - Kansas: Fundraising Quiz in Portadown Rugby Club on Thursday 29th May at 7.30 p.m. £3 per person. All support greatly appreciated. St. Malachy’s Hurling Club - Underage regristration in Tir Na nOg on Saturday 31st May at 9 a.m. Children between ages 7 - 12 yrs must be accompanied by parent or guardian. TEXAS HOLD ‘EM POKER NIGHT at Tir Na nOg on Friday 6th June at 8.30 p.m. Ticket £25 includes buffet supper. |