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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 5th October 2008 Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time 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 Requiescant In Pace Lately deceased: Fr. Paddy Doyle, Kathleen McCoy, Herbert James Donovan, Lily Ruddy, Kent Bonderup, Teresa Smith, Frank McCoy, Patrick Brennan, Shiela Green At This Time: Filomena Miguel Soares, Michael Toland, Margaret Coleman, Annie Holland, Robert Hagan, Agostino Cesar, Luis Dos Santos, Azisa Galoucho Correia, Fernando Cavaterra, Sofia Soares, Maria Manuela Sarmento, Ana Rosilia, Plansido, Adelia Da Silva, Fuimar Korea, Afonso Monteiro Kudalai, Edowardo Da Silva Sunday 5th: M.M. Jackie Harrison, Maureen Fay, Jimmie Walsh, Helena Quinn, Kathleen McAlinden, Patrick Reynolds, Mary Foy, Eddie Atkinson, Maura Tully. Monday 6th: Tony O’Dwyer, Jim Murray Tuesday 7th: Bridie McStravick, Alice Wilson, Seamus Cullen, Joseph Neill, Harry Creaney, Paul Murphy Wednesday 8th: Kathleen Smith, Harry Tully, James O’Hare, Thursday 9th: Jose Maria Martin Cabot Friday 10th: (evening Mass 6.30pm) M.M. Johnny Byrne, Daniel Thompson, Jim White, Darren Murray, Mary Anne McShane, Michael Conlon, Ana Maria Xavier do Rego Saturday 11th: Annie Lawless JOHN MICHAEL TALBOT CONCERT 10th OCTOBER At midnight on the 29th of April this year a small fire took hold in the Charity Chapel of the Little Portion Hermitage, the monastery that is the home of The Brothers and Sisters of Charity a monastic community founded by John Michael Talbot. The fire grew rapidly and within a short while had spread to the main dining room, meeting rooms, offices and library – everything was destroyed. Thankfully no-one was seriously hurt, although some of the community, including John Michael, were treated for the effects of smoke inhalation. This unique monastic community which includes celibate men and women as well as families were devestated by the loss. However, always trusting in a loving and generous God they offered praise for what they had remaining and set about rebuilding their monastery. Now fully recovered John Michael Talbot has embarked on a tour of Ireland to raise much needed funds to assist the rebuilding work so that the ministries of the Brothers and Sisters of Charity can continue. John Michael is probably the most famous Catholic musician alive today and in recent months has just released his 51st album. His reflective, scriptural and beautiful music has played a vital role in the spiritual life of countless people. People who have attended a John Michael Talbot concert have described it as a mini retreat and a wonderful exerience. At 8 PM on Friday 10th of October, John Michael will play his music for us in Saint John the Baptist Church and it promises to be a truly unforgetable evening. As well as providing essential funds for the rebuilding of Little Portion Hermitage all profits from the concert will be donated to a project in the Developing World, details of which will be announced in the coming months. Tickets, £7, for the concert are available at the back of both Churches at all Masses today. Tickets are also available in Winnies and in the Sacristy of Saint Patrick’s and Saint John the Baptist Churches. Please come along and support the concert, both you and those who benefit from the funds raised will be very glad you did. Rosary and Benediction this evening in St. Patrick’s at 7 p.m. Day for Life - 5th October 2008 - focuses on Mental Health this year. Pastoral Letter available in Churches. Ministers of the Eucharist St. John the Baptist, week beginning 6th October Geraldine Lawless. Ministry of The Word Week beginning 6th October 10 a.m. Margaret Donovan. 7 p.m. Tommy Bradley. Recent Baptisms: Caodhan James McKenna Youth 2000 Retreat - Craigavon - young people aged 16 - 35 are invited to Lismore Comprehensive from Friday 17th - Sunday 19th October. Residential - bring sleeping bag. Donation only. For more information contact Eamonn on 07771965059. Rally for Life - abortion could be forced on N. Ireland from Westminster this autumn. In response to this threat a pro-life rally will be held at Stormont on Saturday 18th October. If you can help organise a coach please contact Bernadette 028 90 278484. Cardinal Sean Brady will be attending the 12th Ordinary Assembly of the Synod of Bishops in the Vatican from 5th to 26th October on the theme: The Word of God in the Life and Mission of the Church. Keep him and those attending in your prayers. Friday 10th - evening Mass at 6.30pm St. Joseph’s Young Priest Society- the special collection last weekend raised £770. Many thanks to all who contributed to and supported the collection. d a postcard available in Churches Church services on the internet - would you tune in to St. John the Baptist and/or St. Patrick’s Churches if such a service was available? Do you think there would be a demand for a service in the Parish which would also be available to people in neighbouring Parishes and across the world? Presentation Sisters Celebration - celebrating 20 years in Garvaghy Park. Neighbours and friends are invited to come together to share stories, recall old times, renew friendships on Saturday 18th October in Ashgrove Community Centre. Prayer followed by refreshments. 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. St. Vincent De Paul Society BABY CLOTHES REQUIRED URGENTLY - Good quality used clothing and furniture welcome at all times. Collection can be arranged. Contact the clothes shop, tel. 38393898 or Furniture shop tel. 38394219, 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. Offertory Collection Sunday 28th September Total £2582-22 Thanks to all who contributed +++++++++++++++ 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. Presentation Sisters Koinonia Project: Programmes at 103 Thomas St. resume with Weekly Meditation, Monday 8th Sept. at 7.30 p.m. Sarah’s Circle, an opportunity for women to pray and share faith together, Saturday 13th 11 a.m. - 12.30 p.m. Eight sessions of Beginning T’ai Chi Chih at Cascades Leisure Centre Wednesdays 17th September 7.30 p.m. and a morning group Thursdays 18th Sept. 11 a.m. For information and to enquire about Spiritual Guidance, Inner Child work, help in Grieving, Overcoming Depression or a safe place to talk about Suicide concerns phone 38332220. ACCORD: Marriage Preparation Courses begin in Armagh City Hotel as follows:- Course 2 - Wednesday 22nd October 7 - 10 p.m. And begin in Cohannon Inn: Course 1 Tuesday 23rd September 7-10pm; Course 2 Tuesday 21st October 7-10pm; Course 3 Tuesday 25th November 7.10pm. Due to increasing demand couples are advised to book their place at least ten months before the wedding. Telephone 38334781 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. Bannside Community Centre: Arts and Crafts Classes, 7 - 8.30 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday. English classes, Thursday 10 a.m. ICT for beginners. Homework Club resumes 8th September.. For information contact Carol 028 38339916. St. Mary’s Youth Centre U16 Football Training every Wednesday 6 p.m. in the Park. Meet at Park Road entrance.(For players born in 1993 or 1994).All welcome. St. John’s Accordion Band: Classes in music on Thursdays 7 p.m. in St. John the Baptist School. Anyone wishing to join contact a committee member at the school on the evening. Drumcree Community Centre: Parent and toddler group each Monday at 10.30 a.m. Cabin Club: All clubs start back Monday 15th September. Registration for all clubs Wednesday 10th September 4 - 6 p.m. £3 per child. Meeting for those willing to volunteer to work with children on Tuesday 9th September 7 p.m. or contact James, Terri or Joanna. Drumcree House of Health: Stay Positive Course - 8 week course, Tuesday 14th October 7.30 p.m. includes 6 free sessions of complimentary therapies. To register contact Jennifer 38334522. Naiscoil Na Banna - an Irish Language pre school. Any parent interested in educating their children through the Irish medium please contact Ciara at the Naiscoil 38391243. Three P.E.A.G.S. are available for 3-4 yr. old now. St. John’s Scouts - Monday Scouts 7 - 9 p.m. Tuesday Cubs 7 - 8.30 p.m. Wednesday Beavers 7 - 8.30 p.m. New members welcome. |