20th November 2016

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

 

9.30am

 

 

9.30am

 

 

 

9.30am

 

 

Novena

 

9.30am

 

 

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.

13th November 2016

SUNDAY BULLETIN

VOL. 28 NO. 52 13th 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

 

THIRTY-THIRD  SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME  (Page 960, 452, 499)

33rd Week in Ordinary Time

Readings : Sunday Cycle C, Weekday Cycle 2, Psalter Week 1

  

Entrance  Antiphon The Lord said: I think thoughts of peace and not of affliction.  You will call upon me, and I will answer you, and I will lead back our captives from every place.
1st Reading For you the sun of righteousness will shine out.

Malachi 3:19-20

Psalm The Lord comes to rule the peoples with fairness.

Psalm 97

2nd Reading   Do not let anyone have food if he refuses to work.

2 Thessalonians 3:7-12

Acclamation Alleluia, alleluia! Stay awake, praying at all times for the strength to

stand with confidence before the Son of Man. Alleluia!

Gospel Your endurance will win you your lives.

Luke 21:5-19

 

Children Jesus said that whatever disasters might happen, if we follow him faithfully he will look after us.
Communion Antiphon To be near God is my happiness, to place my hope in God the Lord.

 

MASS TIMES

Saturday Sunday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
6.30pm

Christopher Robinson

9.30am

 

 

9.30am

 

 

7.00pm

Mass for Deceased

9.30am

 

 

Novena

 

9.30am

 

 

 

9.30am

 

 

Anointing of the sick

Confessions 6.00pm 11.30am

 

 

ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT

Monday and Tuesday from 2.00 pm to 9.00 pm

in the Chapel of Adoration.

 

DECEASED

We pray for the repose of the souls of those who have died recently.  We remember all those whose anniversaries occur at this time of year especially:

Terese Campbell, Don Conway, Ita O’Brien, James Slattery, Noel Holland, Peg O’Leary, Joanna Hawthorne, Christopher Robinson, Kitty Gibson, Sean McDermott

and Martin Nugent

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.

 

 

The ANNUAL MASS FOR DECEASED PARISHIONERS will be held this Tuesday 15th November at 7.00pm.

 

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 the readings for the Feast of Christ the King and secondly on First Sunday of Advent, Year A, St Matthew and some throughs on the Year of Mercy.

 

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.

 

MINISTRY OF WELCOME

We have a great shortage of Ministers of Welcome and are asking for new Ministers.

It involves volunteering twice a year, undertaking to welcome Parishioners before 6.30pm Saturday Mass, or 9.30am or 11.30am Sunday Masses.  Your role is to give each Parishioner a Missal and Bulletin and to particularly welcome new Parishioners.

If you are willing please put your name on the list at the back of the church.

 

 

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

 

WEEKLY OFFERING

 

 

Weekly Offering Cash Collection and Standing Orders: £

 

The Bishops Commission’s Collection will be taken up at all Masses next
weekend.

Many thanks to all who contributed so generously to the collection.

BAPTISMS

 

We joyfully welcome into the Parish Family

 

Nellie Anne Collins, Charlie Campbell, Sadhbh Anna Banton,

Annie Méabh Toland and Tom James O’Brien.

 

who were Baptised in St Colmcille’s recently.

 

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.  You may arrange the Baptism date at this meeting and complete the registration card. The next meeting will be held on Tuesday 15th November at 8.00pm.

 

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.

 

 

 

PARISH OFFICE

 

The Parish Office will be closed this Monday 14th November 2016

 

 

 

UNLOCKING THE MYSTERY OF THE BIBLE

 

In a follow up to Sean’s morning with us, the Living Faith Parish Group are providing you with an opportunity to explore the Bible further by proving the series “Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible” presented by Jeff Cavins.  This will take place on 8 Wednesday evenings: 7.30pm – 9.00pm on 16th, 23rd, 30th November; 7th December and 11th, 18th, 25th January; 1st February.

 

You may sign up on the morning of 12th November or complete a slip that you will find

next to the Bulletin Box in the Church Porch.  Please post in the Bulletin Box.

 

 

 

 

OTHER  EVENTS

 

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.

 

NEW ALTAR SERVERS

Young people in Primary 6 and above are invited to join the Ministry of Altar Service.  Training for those attending St Joseph’s Primary School begins this Wednesday 16th November at 3.10pm-4.00pm in the Church.  For those not attending St Joseph’s School, training begins next Sunday 20th November at 10.20am-11.10pm.  Enquiries to Noeleen 07879 498131.

 

WEDNESDAY CLUB

The Wednesday Club are going bowling at Dundonald this week  Cars are leaving car park at 1.30pm.  Names to Anna 028 9065 1351 please.

 

QUIZ NIGHT

St Vincent de Paul Quiz Night – this 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.

 

LIFETIME OF CHANGE

The loss of a partner through death, separation or divorce is devastating.  Beginning Experience is offering ‘a weekend away for a lifetime of change’ at Drumalis, Larne, 25th-27th November 2016.

To find out more, contact Phil: 02890 207645 or Marcella:07505353645 or email bebelfast@yahoo.co.uk

 

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.

 

ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARTY

This year’s Christmas Party will be held in Shandon Park Golf Club on Sunday 4th December 2016 from 3.30pm.  A four course dinner will be served from 4pm.  Alan the ‘Bandman’ will be there providing his usual entertainment along with our usual visit from Santa.  As this year’s event will be outside the Parish we need to confirm final numbers by Sunday 27th November 2016.  If you wish to attend this year’s event, please leave your name at the back of the Church or contact either Roisin McMullan on 07854 140019, Mary Walsh on 07815 493463 or Lucy Traynor on 07900 807589.  We look forward to seeing you there.

 

PARISH DRAW

The winners of 8th and 9th Parish draw are as follows: £100 – Artie O’Neill (365), £75 – Noeleen Dunn (400), £25 – Desi Gibson, £100 – Mary Cairns (54), £75 – Roisin McMullan and £25 Sally-Anne Stacey (231).

6th November 2016

SUNDAY BULLETIN

VOL. 27 NO. 51 6th 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

 THIRTY-SECOND  SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME  (Page 960, 452, 499)

32nd Week in Ordinary Time

Readings : Sunday Cycle C, Weekday Cycle 2, Psalter Week 4

 

 

Entrance  Antiphon Let my prayer come into your presence.  Incline your ear to my cry for help, O Lord.
1st Reading The King of the world will raise us up to live again forever.

2 Maccabees 7:1-2. 9-14

Psalm I shall be filled, when I awake, with the sight of your glory, O Lord.

Psalm 16

2nd Reading   May the Lord strengthen you in everything good that you do or say.

2 Thessalonians 2:16 – 3:5

Acclamation Alleluia, alleluia! Stay awake, praying at all times for the strength to

stand with confidence before the Son of Man. Alleluia!

Gospel He is God, not of the dead, but of the living.

Luke 20:27 – 38

 

Children When we get to heaven we will all be together and all our questions will be answered.
Communion Antiphon The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want.  Fresh and green are the pastures where he gives me repose, near restful waters he leads me.

MASS TIMES

 

Saturday Sunday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
6.30pm

 

 

9.30am

 

 

9.30am

 

 

 

 

9.30am

Nan Kearney

 

Novena

 

9.30am

 

 

 

9.30am

 

 

Anointing of the sick

Confessions 6.00pm 11.30am

Jim McConnell

 

 

DECEASED

 

We pray for the repose of the souls of those who have died recently especially:

Fr. Michael Ross, Dublin.

 

We remember all those whose anniversaries occur at this time of year especially:

Colm Kerr, John Bradley, Mary Bradley, Brian Bradley, Maeve McMurray,

Patricia Fox and Jim McConnell.

 

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

THANK YOU

Parishioners have contributed an amazing 154 Christmas Shoe Boxes in response to the recent appeal.  The shoe boxes filled with your gifts, are going overland to Romania to be distributed to children and the elderly in time for Christmas.  A huge thank you to all who participated in this act of mercy.

 

PASTORAL COUNCIL

The Parish Pastoral Council will meet this Tuesday 8th November at 7.30pm in the Committee Room.

 

SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION

First Confession and First Holy Communion class continues on Tuesday 8th November at 6.00pm, class ends at 7.00pm.

Confirmation class continues on Wednesday 9th November, 6.15pm – 7.15pm.

Enquiries to Noeleen 07879 498131.

 

PARENTS MEETING

There will be a meeting for parents of the children who are being prepared for the Sacrament of Holy Communion on Wednesday 16th November at 7.00pm.

 

MINISTRY OF WELCOME

We have a great shortage of Ministers of Welcome and are asking for new Ministers.

It involves volunteering twice a year, undertaking to welcome Parishioners before 6.30pm Saturday Mass, or 9.30am or 11.30am Sunday Masses.  Your role is to give each Parishioner a Missal and Bulletin and to particularly welcome new Parishioners.

If you are willing please put your name on the list at the back of the church.

 

THE ROSARY

The Rosary will be said after Mass during the week. All are welcome to join in this prayer.

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: £

All Saints Collection: £

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.  You may arrange the Baptism date at this meeting and complete the registration card. The next meeting will be held on Tuesday 15th November at 8.00pm.

 

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.

 

 

 

SERVING MY PARISH – THE DOOR OF MERCY 2

 

Sean Goan will return for a talk in parish – next Saturday 12th November 9.30am.

 

The Bible is not an easy book, yet it is at the heart of who we are as Catholic Christians. During our morning we are going to consider some steps that will help us to approach the Bible with faith and reverence, while at the same time using our God given reason to help us understand its message for us today.  There will be time for reflection and discussion – so bring your Bible and lets get started!!”

 

The morning will finish with a light lunch at 12.30pm. All are welcomePlease put an attendance slip into Bulletin Box in Church porch.

 

UNLOCKING THE MYSTERY OF THE BIBLE

In a follow up to Sean’s morning with us, the Living Faith Parish Group are providing you with an opportunity to explore the Bible further by proving the series “Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible” presented by Jeff Cavins.  This will take place on 8 Wednesday evenings: 7.30pm – 9.00pm on 16th, 23rd, 30th November; 7th December and 11th, 18th, 25th January; 1st February.

 

You may sign up on the morning of 12th November or complete a slip that you will find next to the Bulletin Box in the Church Porch.  Please post in the Bulletin Box.

 

 

 

 

OTHER  EVENTS

 

Loss and Blessings Day at Tobar Mhuire, Crossgar

Remember your deceased relative and friends on Saturday 12th November 2016 from 10.30am -4.00pm.  Price £30 which includes tea/coffee and lunch
Please phone 02844830242 to reserve you place.

 

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.

 

EUCHARISTIC PRAYER VIGIL

A Eucharistic Prayer Vigil for Vocations to the Priesthood, Permanent Diaconate and Religious Life will take place in Good Shepherd Church, Ormeau Road, Belfat on Thursday 17th November 2016 from 7.30pm to 10.00pm.  The Vigil will conclude with Mass as 9.00pm.  In his message for Vocation Sunday, Pope Francis said that “Vocations are born in prayer and from prayer; and only through prayer can they persevere and bear fruit.”  May we take this invitation up to come together as a diocese to pray for vocations to the priesthood, permanent diaconate and religious life.

 

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.

 

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.

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/.

 

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).