SUNDAY BULLETIN
VOL. 25 NO. 49 23rd October 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
THIRTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME (Page 952, 452, 499)
30TH week in Ordinary Time
Readings : Sunday Cycle C, Weekday Cycle 2, Psalter Week 3
| Entrance Antiphon | Let the hearts that seek the Lord rejoice; turn to the Lord and his strength; constantly seek his face. |
| 1st Reading | The humble man’s prayer pierces the clouds.
Ecclesiasticus 35:12-14. 16-19 |
| Psalm | This poor man called; the Lord heard him.
Psalm 32 |
| 2nd Reading | All there is to come now is the crown of righteousness reserved for me.
2 Timothy 4:6-8. 16-18 |
| Acclamation | Alleluia, alleluia! Blessed are you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth,
for revealing the mysteries of the kingdom to mere children, Alleluia! |
| Gospel | The publican went home at rights with God; the Pharisee did not.
Luke 18:9-14
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| Children | A proud man and a humble man prayed in Church. Jesus said the humble man’s prayer was best. |
| Communion Antiphon | We will ring out our joy at your saving help and exult in the name of our God. |
MASS TIMES
| Saturday | Sunday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
| 6.30pm
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9.30am
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9.30am
Michael Blair |
9.30am
Anne Kinsella
Novena
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9.30am
Mary Ritson
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9.30am
Winifred Kells
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.
BAPTISM
The next Baptismal Course takes place in the Iona Room, Parochial Hall on Tuesday 15th November from 8.00pm to 9.30pm.
Please contact the Parish Office to register attendance or make enquiries.
PARISH OFFICE
Office Hours: Monday – Thursday 10.00am to 12.30pm, Friday 10.00am to 1.00pm.
Bulletin Notices must be in by no later than Wednesday 12.00pm each week.
MINISTRY OF WELCOME
We have a great shortage of Ministers of Welcome
DECEASED
We pray for the repose of the souls of those who have died recently especially:
Mary Noonan, Michael Blair and Winifred Kells.
We remember all those whose anniversaries occur at this time of year especially:
Anne Kinsella, Mary Ritson, Therese Carville, Janey Verdon,
Rosey Sharkey, Visitacion Dumalagan, Ellen Doherty
and Gertrudes Ruales.
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
SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION
Young people, who are not receiving preparation classes in their school for the Sacraments, are invited to evening classes held in the Parochial Hall.
First Confession and First Holy Communion class continues
on Tuesday 25th October at 6.00pm, class ends at 7.00pm;
Enquiries to Noeleen 07879 498131.
Confirmation class continues on Wednesday 26th October, 6.15pm – 7.15pm.
APOSTOLIC WORK
The next meeting will be in the Iona Room on Tuesday 1st of November at 8.15pm . Please note slightly later time. Plans for the Christmas Sale at the end of the month will be made.
SAVE THE DATE
Sean Goan will return for a talk in parish – Saturday 12th November 9.30am. Details later
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. Cancer Fund for Children is the leading local charity that provides practical, emotional and financial support to children and young people aged 0 to 24 affected by cancer & their families. Alyssia and Serena McAnee are members of the charity Trekker Team taking part in the ten day challenge next Summer.
Tickets will be on sale from Saturday 5th November 2016, you can contact either Alyssia (07549523831) (02890809679) or Serena (07549523832) (serenamcanee@gmail.com).
For further information on Cancer Fund for Children please visit www.cancerfundforchildren.com/.
WEEKLY OFFERING
Weekly Offering Cash Collection and Standing Orders:
Propagation of the Faith Collection:
Many thanks to all who contributed so generously to the collection.
OTHER EVENTS
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY ETHIOPIA TEAM 2017
Living Youth is recruiting for another youth team to travel to Ethiopia next summer.
Applicants should be 18 years or over and all team members will be expected to contribute to the cost of the trip as well as engage in an extensive fundraising campaign.
To register or get more information visit: www.habitatni.co.uk, call 028 92 635 635 or email gv@habitatni.co.uk Closing date for applications: 31st October 2016
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.
UNITY PILGRIMS
Sunday 13th November 2016 is Remembrance Sunday, a Sunday on which we as a Parish express our unity with our fellow Christians by attending a service at one of our neighbouring churches. A list of the services and their times is set out on a list at the back of the church. Please put your name on the list together with the church you will be attending and the time of the services.
QUIZ NIGHT
St Vincent de Paul Quiz Night – Friday 18th November 2016 at 8.00pm in St Colmcilles Church Hall. Brian and Siobhan Gilfedder are hosting a trivia fun quiz in aid of the St Vincent de Paul Christmas Appeal. Why not come and support a great cause and have a great night’s craic. £5.00 per head and no reasonable limit to team size. Bring your own bottle!
CORRYMEELA
Family Weekend in Corrymeela 9th – 11th December 2016. Separate activities for adults, teenagers and children in beautiful, tranquil surroundings. Crèche for younger children. New families welcome!Anyone interested please contact Paula Sheils/John Barry (02890 654395), Mary Walsh (07815 493463) or Aideen O’Neill (07739 837331).