VOL. 24 NO. 28 5th June 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
10th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME (Page 866, 452, 499)
10th week in Ordinary Time
Readings : Sunday Cycle C, Weekday Cycle 2, Psalter Week 2
Entrance The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear?
Antiphon The Lord is the stronghold of my life; whom should I dread? When those who do evil draw near, they stumble and fall.
1st Reading (1 Kings 17:17-24) Look, your son is alive.
Response I will praise you, Lord, you have rescued me.
2nd Reading (Galations 1:11-19) God revealed his Son to me, so that I might preach the Good News about him to the pagans.
Acclamation Alleluia, alleluia! May the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ enlighten the eyes of our mind, so that we can see what hope his call holds for us. Alleluia!
Gospel (Luke 7:11-17) Young man, I tell you to get up.
Children Jesus sees a mother crying because her only son has died. Jesus is so sad to see her crying that he touches the man’s coffin and makes him become alive again. Everyone who sees this is amazed that Jesus has the power to bring people back from the dead.
Communion The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer;
Antiphon my God is my saving strength.
MASS TIMES FOR COMING WEEK
| Saturday | Sunday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
| 6.30pm
Anne & James Rahilly |
9.30am
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9.30am
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9.30am
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9.30am
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9.30am
Anointing of the sick |
| Confession at 6.00pm | 11.30am
Joe & Jean Jones |
Could those who are last to leave the Parish grounds
in the evening please close the car park gates.
DECEASED
We remember all those whose anniversaries occur at this time of year especially:
Joe Jones, Jean Jones, Bella Logue, Willie Logue Anne Rahilly, James Rahilly.
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 OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT ROTA – To date more than 40 Volunteers have signed up to spend an hour with Jesus. However more Volunteers are required on Mondays and Tuesdays to cover the hourly slots: 3.00pm-4.00pm; 4.00pm-5.00pm; 5.00pm-6.00pm; 6.00pm-7.00pm. The Blessed Sacrament may not be left without Adorers being present. Volunteer slips are available at the back of the Church and completed ones can be left in the Bulletin box.
Please consider giving an hour to Jesus in his sacrament and receive the blessings that flow from this.
CHAPEL OF ADORATION – The Committee wish to thank the generosity of so many parishioners who sponsored or made contributions towards the cost of items to furnish the Chapel. All contributions are acknowledged and many thanks to all who made anonymous donations. Arrangements are already being made to order some items.
Those who still wish to contribute to setting up this Chapel of Adoration may do so. Envelopes and slips can be found on the table at the back of the Church and returned to the parish office or placed in the Offertory collection baskets.
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.
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.
COMMUNITY FUN DAY – You are invited to the Ballyhackamore Community Fun Day next Saturday 11th June from 12.00pm -3.00pm; hosted by St Joseph’s Primary School. Attractions include bouncy castles, lego and clay workshops, face painting and a tasty BBQ. Everyone is welcome and tickets for workshops can booked online in advance at http://www.stjosephsps.co.uk/fun-day-2016.html. Please note that there will be no vehicular access to the car park on this date until after 4.00pm.
WEDNESDAY CLUB – outing to Ballyscullion House, near Bellaghy, on Wednesday 15th June. Ballyscullion Park is a beautiful historic estate and if you would like to join us on this trip phone Pat 9067 1036 or Anna 9065 1351 to book. Full details next week re departure times. Your opportunity for an enjoyable day out!
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.
HALL BOOKINGS – Please phone Pat on 9067 1036, Monday to Friday evening from 7.00pm to 8.00pm.
MONEY MATTERS
WEEKLY OFFERING – Cash Collection and Standing Orders: £1726.63
WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES – collection : £528.15
Many thanks to all who contributed so generously to the collections.
HOLY GHOST MISSIONS – would like to convey their deep gratitude to the kind parishioners who have supported their missionary work through the recent appeal. The final amount donated by parishioners totalled £1444.45
MONTHLY STIPEND Collection will be taken up at all Masses this weekend.
PARISH DRAW – The winners of the 3rd Parish Draw for 2016 are : £100 – Paul & Eithne O’Hare (358); £75 – Philomena Dawson (317); £25 – Eoin Browne (69). Still not too late to join the Parish Draw please speak to any committee member or contact the Parish Office.
SUMMER PROGRAMMES
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 next training night is Friday 24th June, 7.00pm – 8.30pm. 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: 07879 498131 / colmcilleyouth@yahoo.co.uk.
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.
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
RETREAT – Contemplative silent Centering Prayer retreat, 19th – 26th July, Tobar Mhuire, Crossgar. For registration and further details contact Eileen by email: contemplativeoutreachireland@gmail.com or by phone: 00353876017709. The prayer group meets every Tuesday, 7.30pm – 9.00pm, in Tobar Mhuire. Newcomers welcome.
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.
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
SUMMER DRAMA HOLIDAYS – residential and non residential bookings taken, for young people aged 8 years to 18 years, during July and August, in Garron Tower, St Kilian’s College, Co Antrim. Contact – Roma Tumelty: 02890 778099 / www.summerdrama.co.uk / Twitter@SummerDramaHols
OTHER NOTICES
ANNUAL DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE – on St Patrick’s Mountain Saul, will take place on Sunday 19th June. Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Noel Treanor at 3.00pm.
FAMILY CARE ADOPTION SOCIETY – is presently seeking to recruit adoptive families for babies and young children. For more information please contact us on
Monday to Friday, 9.00am – 1.00pm: 02871 368592 / 02890 691133
Email:email@familycaresociety.org Website:www.familycaresociety.co.uk