VOL. 24 NO. 27 29TH MAY 2016
Father Ciaran Feeney Adm. 191 Upper Newtownards Road, Belfast, BT4 3JB.
Phone – 9065 4157. Website: www.st-colmcilles.net
E-mail: stcolmcilles@downandconnor.org
St. Joseph’s Primary School – www.stjosephsps.co.uk Phone – 9065 0039
St Colmcille’s Pre School – www.stcolmcilles-preschool.co.uk. Phone – 9047 2724
CORPUS CHRISTI – (Page 435, 452, 503-504)
9th Week in Ordinary Time
Readings : Sunday Cycle C, Weekday Cycle 2, Psalter Week 1
| Entrance
Antiphon |
He fed them with the finest wheat and satisfied them with honey from the rock. |
| 1st Reading | (Genesis 14:18-20) He brought bread and wine. |
| Psalm | You are a priest forever, a priest like Melchizedek of old. |
| 2nd Reading | (1 Corinthians 11:23-26) Everytime you eat this bread and drink this cup, you are prcolaiming the Lord’s death. |
| Acclamation | Alleluia, alleluia! I am the living bread which has come down from heaven, says the Lord. Anyone who eats this bread will live for ever. Alleluia! |
| Gospel | (Luke 9:11-17) They all ate as much as they wanted. |
| Children | Jesus taught the huge crowd all about his kingdom and he healed those who were sick. It was past lunchtime but there was no food. The disciples only had five loaves and two fish and there were more than five thousand people! Jesus blessed the food. He then broke the bread and passed the food to his friends to hand out to all the people. Everyone had enough to eat and there were even twelve baskets of scraps left. |
| Communion
Antiphon |
Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood remains in me and I in him, says the Lord. |
MASS TIMES FOR COMING WEEK
| Saturday | Sunday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
| 6.30pm
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9.30am
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9.30am
Alice McGourty |
9.30am
Brenda Smyth |
9.30am
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9.30am
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| Confession at 6.00pm | 11.30am
Janet Coleman |
Could those who are last to leave the Parish grounds
in the evening please close the car park gates.
DECEASED
We pray for the repose of the soul of Brenda Smyth, who died recently. We also remember all those whose anniversaries occur at this time of year especially:
Janet Coleman, Alice McGourty, Deirdre Ann Murphy and Anne Oxton
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT – we can be contacted on 074 5698 9458. Our members are Regiena Babu, Eithne Daly, Brenda McMeekin, David McMeekin, Celine Molloy, Joan Rogan and Lucy Traynor.
ADORATION
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT – is held in the parish every Monday and Tuesday from 2.00pm to 9.00pm in the Chapel of Adoration. Entrance is from the outside door at the left side of the Church. Adoration teams cover specific hours. There is still opportunity to join the rota (details beside Bulletin box in the porch of the Church) or feel free to drop in at anytime during these hours.
CHAPEL OF ADORATION – Arrangements are being made to furnish the Chapel with a new tabernacle, seating, kneelers etc over the next few weeks to create a space of reverence, dignity and beauty. This will be such a blessing for the parish and future generations. If you wish to sponsor or make a contribution towards the cost of an item, envelopes with further details of these items are available at the back of the Church. They can be returned to the parish office for the Parish Adoration Committee, put in the Offertory Collection basket next weekend or given to Fr Feeney. All contributions will be acknowledged.
YEAR OF MERCY – CARE FOR THE SICK
“The signs he works, especially in favour of sinners, the poor, the marginalised, the sick, and the suffering, are all meant to teach mercy. Everything in him speaks of mercy. Nothing in him is devoid of compassion.” Pope Francis, Misericordiae Vultus 8.
We all know someone who is ill. Could you visit them or call them on the phone? Remember to pray for the sick, that they may experience the healing only Christ can bring.
LIVING CHURCH JUBLIEE OF MERCY DOWN & CONNOR LOUGH DERG THREE DAY PILGRIMAGE – the fourth Living Church Lough Derg Three day Pilgrimage will take place this year from Friday 1st to Sunday 3rd July. The pilgrimage will be the traditional three day format. Those who took part in the pilgrimage over the last few years spoke of the many blessings they received from being on the island of Lough Derg, as countless people have throughout the years. There is quietness and deep spirituality to be found there that is very special. Please consider coming along in this the Year of Mercy. The cost of the pilgrimage is £60.00. The cost does not include travel to the island. For details of travel arrangements and to book a place please call the Living Church Office on 9069 0920 or email livingchurch@downandconnor.org by Friday 17th June.
ARRANGEMENTS FOR BAPTISM IN OUR PARISH
The Sacrament of Baptism is one of the most joyful occasions both for the family and the Parish and everyone is welcome. The next Baptismal Course takes place on Tuesday 21st June in the Iona Room from 8.00pm to 9.30pm, where parents will receive their Baptismal pack and can arrange the date for their child’s Baptism. Baptisms in the Parish take place on the first and last Sunday of each month and attendance at the course is arranged through Philomena in the Parish Office.
PARISH FAMILY
PARISH OFFICE – please note the new office hours 10.00am to 1.00pm Monday to Friday. Philomena will no longer be carrying out secretarial duties in the parish, but will be focusing solely on parish finance. On behalf of the parish I wish to thank her for all her hard work over the previous 25 years as Parish Secretary. The office will be closed this Monday.
FIRST FRIDAY – Father Ciaran will attend the sick and housebound in the parish this Tuesday.
DAILY MEDITATION FOR JUNE – copies of “Bible Alive” are available at the back of the Church.
EXAM BUDDIES– all students preparing for exams are invited to take an exam pack from the table in the Church porch and to place their name on the Exam Buddies notice board there. Parishioners are invited to place their name on the Prayer Sponsors board and then pray for the students over the exam period in May and June.
FAMILY CARE ADOPTION SOCIETY – is presently seeking to recruit adoptive families for babies and young children. For more information please contact us on 7136 8592 or 9069 1133, Monday to Friday 9.00am to 1.00pm. Email: email@familycaresociety.org Website: www.familycaresociety.co.uk
HALL BOOKINGS – Pat will not be available until Monday 6th June to take bookings for the Hall. Please phone her on 9067 1036, Monday to Friday evening from 7.00pm to 8.00pm.
MONEY MATTERS
Many thanks to all who contributed so generously to the collections.
WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES 2018 – Pope Francis has chosen Ireland to host the 9th World Meeting of Families during 2018. The dates and theme of the Meeting will be announced by Pope Francis. This gathering is expected to attract thousands of Catholic families from around the globe to Ireland. It is hoped that this very special pastoral initiative will present all of us in the Church with the opportunity, and the challenge, to renew, support and strengthen Irish families in their commitment to their faith. Hosting a global event of this size requires a huge amount of planning and financial outlay on behalf of the host country. To support the hosting of the event three national collection will take place, the first of which will take place this weekend at all Masses.
The Monthly Stipend Collection will be taken up at all Masses next weekend.
YOUTH SUMMER PROGRAMME
GOING FOR GOLD – is a five day holiday club for children currently in Pre School to Primary 4. The children will enjoy the story of David and Goliath each day. They will learn that Jesus is always with us to protect us and give us courage and that it doesn’t matter what you look like on the outside, it’s what in your heart that counts. They will also be encouraged to strive for their best in everything, as the summer Olympians will be doing too. The daily themes and messages are reinforced through arts and crafts, singing, dance, sports and games. It will take place in the Parochial Hall from Monday 8th – Friday 12th August. Details are in the application forms which can be found in the Church porch. Further enquiries to Noeleen: 078 7949 8131 / colmcilleyouth@yahoo.co.uk
LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME– running alongside the Going for Gold children’s scheme there will be a leadership training programme for young people aged 14 – 18 years. The first training night is on Friday 27th May from 6.30pm – 8.30pm, followed by Friday 24th June, 6.30pm – 8.30pm. Young volunteers need to attend both nights. Additional adult volunteers over 18 years of age are also needed for Going for Gold. Please consider helping on some or all of the dates on the mornings of: Monday 8th – Friday 12th August. Enquiries to Noeleen: 078 7949 8131 / colmcilleyouth@yahoo.co.uk.
THIS WEEK
STEAK AND SLIDERS NIGHT – book your place now for the annual Steak and Sliders BBQ in the Hall this Friday evening. Finest sirloin steaks, chicken fillets or vegetarian option with fabulous salads and sides plus the ever popular ice cream sliders all for £15. This has been a very successful night for a number of years now so bring your friends, even book a table and enjoy the evening with 1970’s disco. BYO drinks. In order to plan food please confirm attendance to the social and fundraising team at all Masses this weekend or ring Lucy on 079 0080 7589 or Mary on 078 1549 3463.
COMING EVENTS
APOSTOLIC WORK – the next meeting of Apostolic Work is on Tuesday 7th June at 8.00pm. in the Iona Room.
REPORTS
APOSTOLIC WORK – Annual Display and Sale. Thank you to all who, in any way, supported our fund-raising event last weekend by donating or buying, by setting out the furniture, by putting it away afterwards or by helping on stalls and in the kitchen! Thanks to your generosity for the Missions. Be assured it will make a huge difference to very many people.
OTHER NOTICES
LOUGH DERG -THE ISLAND IS CALLING YOU! – 3 Day Pilgrimage to Lough Derg from Friday 10th to Sunday 12th June. Bus leaving from Catholic Chaplaincy. Please contact, Gerry on 9081 2712 or Rosaleen 079 7619 9756.
AL-ANON OPEN MEETING – on Saturday 11th June at 12:00 noon in the Montforde Room, Skainos Centre, Newtownards Rd. AA is a well known fellowship providing support for alcoholics. Al-Anon, providing help and support to family and friends affected by someone else’s drinking, is less well known. An Al-Anon group meets weekly on Saturdays at 12:00 noon in the Montforde room at the Skainos Centre. Al-Anon groups meet every day in and around Belfast. This invitation is extended in the hope of raising awareness of the invaluable support available.
FORGIVENESS: THE KEY TO HEALING AND HAPPINESS – this retreat will provide an opportunity to reflect on ways to deal with life’s hurts, disappointments and the constant challenge to forgive, so that we will be better able to let go, move on, and find peace and happiness. The retreat will be held in Dromantine and will be facilitated by Fr. Des Corrigan, SMA, from Saturday 11th June at 10.00am to Sunday 12th June at 2.00pm. All are welcome to attend either on a residential or non-residential basis. If you cannot attend both days, you can come for Saturday only. Booking is necessary. Please phone Dromantine on 3082 1964 to apply or email on admin@dromantineconference.com
IRISH DANCE SUMMER SCHEME – from Monday 1st to Friday 5th August in St Colmcille’s Parochial Hall from 9.45am to 12.30pm. Fun week of Irish dance for all, both experienced and beginner Irish Dancers welcome. Cost £55 per week. To book a place or enquire contact Nicola Oakes on Leonardnicola@hotmail.com or 077 1892 7242.
YOUTH 2000 SUMMER FESTIVAL – Cistercian College, Roscrea, Co. Tipperary from Thursday 7th to Sunday 10th July. This is a four day celebration of faith for young people aged 16 to 35 years. There is an action packed programme of inspiring talks, workshops, testimonies, prayer, music, drama and much more. The festival is donation only. Free buses available from all around Ireland. For more information and to book online, see www.youth2000.ie