VOL. 29 NO. 53 20th November 2016
Fr. Ciaran Feeney Adm. 191 Upper Newtownards Road, Belfast, BT4 3JB.
Phone – 028 9065 4157. Website: www.st-colmcilles.net
E-mail – stcolmcilles@downandconnor.org
OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE – C (Page 968, 452, 499)
34th Week in Ordinary Time
Readings : Sunday Cycle C, Weekday Cycle 2, Psalter Week 2
| Entrance Antiphon | How worthy is the Lamb who was slain, to receive power and divinity and wisdom and strength and honour. To him belong glory and power for ever and ever. |
| 1st Reading | The anointed David king of Israel.
2 Samuel 5:1-3 |
| Psalm | I rejoiced when I heard them say: “Let us go to God’s house.”
Psalm 121 |
| 2nd Reading | He has created a place for us in the kingdom of the Son that he loves.
Colossians 1:12-20 |
| Acclamation | Alleluia, alleluia! Blessings on him who comes in the name of the
Lord! Blessings on the coming kingdom of our father David! Alleluia! |
| Gospel | Lord, remember me when you come into your kingdom.
Luke 23:35-43 |
| Children | The Gospel tells us about the sad day when Jesus died on the cross. Jesus promised the criminal who was sorry for his sins that he would be with him in his kingdom: heaven. |
| Communion Antiphon | The Lord sits as King forever. The Lord will bless his people with peace. |
MASS TIMES
| Saturday | Sunday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
| 6.30pm
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9.30am
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9.30am
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9.30am
Novena
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9.30am
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9.30am
Declan Leonard Peter Kelly
Anointing of the sick |
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
Monday and Tuesday from 2.00 pm to 9.00 pm
in the Chapel of Adoration.
WEEKLY OFFERING
Weekly Offering Cash Collection and Standing Orders:
The Bishops Commission’s Collection will be taken up at all Masses this
weekend.
Many thanks to all who contributed so generously to the collection.
BAPTISMS
When arranging a Baptism please contact the Parish office to register attendance at the Baptism meeting. This will be held every third Tuesday of each month in the Iona Room.
If parents have already attended the meeting for an earlier Baptism please contact the Parish office to complete a registration card and arrange a Baptism date.
UNLOCKING THE MYSTERY OF THE BIBLE
The Bible is at the heart of our faith and our relationship with God. It is a place where our heavenly Father meets us and speaks to us with love. Millions have found it to be a rich source of wisdom, encouragement, instruction and solace.
Reading the Bible should bring us closer to Christ, but many people find it hard to even begin.
This programme is presented by Jeff Cavins on DVD
DECEASED
We pray for the repose of the souls of those who have died recently especially:
Russell Bowden and Jane Hanley. We remember all those whose anniversaries occur
at this time of year especially: Alfred Fusco, Declan Leonard and Peter Kelly.
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT – we can be contacted on 07456 989458
NOVEMBER IS THE MONTH OF DEVOTION TO THE HOLY SOULS
During the month of November Mass will be celebrated each day for the repose of the souls of those deceased whose names have been included in the November Dead Lists.
Lists are available at the rear of the Church. If you wish to donate an offering for the Masses, please include it with the List in the envelope provided. Completed Lists can be placed in the collection baskets or in the box at the front of the Church.
PARISH ACTIVITIES
SCRIPTURE AND PRAYER GROUP
The next meeting will be this Tuesday 22nd November at 8.00pm in the Committee Room. Reflections will be on First Sunday of Advent Year A and on the Pope’s recent writings on Mercy and also the Family.
PARENTS MEETING
There will be a meeting for parents of the children who are being prepared for the Sacrament of Holy Communion on Tuesday 29th November at 7.00pm.
THE LARDER
Every week The Larder distribute food, toiletries, bin bags, cleaning products, washing up liquid, Jay cloths and Brillo Pads to poor families in East Belfast. We as a Parish collect these items twice a year. So for the month of November we will have boxes at the back of the church to collect these items with the exception of baked beans and cereals of which they have an ample supply.
APOSTOLIC WORK CHRISTMAS SALE
Apostolic Work Christmas Sale will be held after all the Masses on 26th and 27th November, the first weekend of Advent. Tea, coffee and scones and all the usual stalls including a special Christmas stall. Please come to support the Missions. Cake and craft donations will be very welcome.
CORRYMEELA FAMILY WEEKEND
Reminder! Family Weekend in Corrymeela 9th to 11th December 2016. Separate activities for adults, teenagers and children in beautiful, tranquil stsurroundings. Crèche for younger children. Anyone interested please contact Paula Sheils/John Barry (02890 654395), Mary Walsh (07815 493463) or Aideen O’Neill (07739 837331. Booking forms need to be completed and returned by 27th November.
OTHER EVENTS
SEAN GOAN MORNING
Nearly 70 Parishioners attended the ‘Serving my Parish – the Door of Mercy 2’ morning in the Parochial Hall last Saturday, to mark the completion of the Year of Mercy. Sean’s talk was based on the Bible, its origin and teachings. Sean gave us great encouragement to take up our Bible and read it.
UNITY PILGRIMS
Congratulations and thanks to over 50 Parishioners who upheld St Colmcille’s rich tradition of offering the hand of friendship to our neighbouring Christian Churches on Remembrance Sunday, Led by Father Ciaran at the 8.15am service in St Columba’s Church of Ireland, we had representatives at both services in St Columba’s and St Marks. Both services in Belmont Presbyterian and services at Knock, Stormont, Kirkpatrick and Garnerville Presbyterian Churches, Knock Methodist and The Church of the Annunciation Church of Ireland at Knocknagoney. Well done.
ST VINCENT DE PAUL CHRISTMAS CARDS
St Vinent De Paul Christmas cards will be on sale in the Church porch after all Masses this weekend. They are priced at £5.00 for packs of 12 assorted cards and £4.00 for packs of 10 of a single design.
ST VINCENT DE PAUL ANNUAL COLLECTION
St Vincent De Paul Annual Street Collection will take place on Saturday 26th November 2016. We need collectors to help with the annual collection in local stores: Tesco Express, Spar, SuperValu and Marks and Spencer. There is a list at the back of the Church on which you should place your name, the hour suitable for you to collect, the name of the store and your telephone number. Paddy Donnelly will deliver your collection box to you.
INCA TRAIL
Take part in the Belfast Trail on Friday 25th November 2016 in Aid of Cancer Fund for Children! The evening will include the Belfast (Car) Trail beginning at 7.30pm outside the Parochial Hall, followed by Peruvian Cuisine and Entertainment.
Contact either Alyssia (07549523831) (02890809679) or Serena (07549523832) (serenamcanee@gmail.com). For further information on Cancer Fund for Children please visit www.cancerfundforchildren.com/.
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY N.I/LIVING YOUTH ETHIOPIA TEAM: 10-22 JULY 2017
Be part of this exciting ongoing partnership between Living Youth and Habitat’s Global Village programme in Ethiopia! Twelve years ago a volunteer team from Ulster University was the catalyst for our Ethiopia Partnership. Global Village is the name given to Habitat for Humanity’s international volunteering programme. Its aims are to raise homes, funds and awareness about the need for decent housing and water sanitation. The programme is a unique short-term opportunity where you will join a team which has the privilege of working alongside families in need. Equally important is the personal development aspect of these trips with perspectives broadened, skills enhanced and lives changed. Personal Donation £700; Personl Fundraising Target: £1400. For further information and details of online applicatons please contact: conormccarthy@livingyoughni.org. Closing date for applications: Wednesday 30th November 2016.