Bulletin

VOL. 23 NO. 47  18^TH OCTOBER 2015

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

 

29^th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME – (Page 807, 452 & 499)

29^th Week in Ordinary Time 

Readings : Sunday Cycle B, Weekday Cycle 1, Psalter Week 1

Entrance Antiphon	Tell among the nations his glory, and his wonders among all the peoples, for the Lord is great and highly to be praised.
1st Reading	(Isaiah 53:10-11)  If he offers his life in atonement, he shall see his heirs, he shall have a long life.
Psalm	May your love be upon us, O Lord, as we place all our hope in you.
2nd Reading	(Hebrews 4:14-16) Let us be confident in approaching the throne of grace.
Acclamation	Alleluia, alleluia!  The Son of Man came to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.  Alleluia!
Gospel	(Mark 10:32-45)  The Son of Man came to give his life as a ransom for many.
Children	James and John asked Jesus if they could reign with him when he became a great leader.  Jesus said that good leaders don’t want glory for themselves, they want to help and serve others.
Communion Antiphon	Go into all the world, and proclaim the Gospel, says the Lord.  I am with you always.

 

MASS TIMES FOR COMING WEEK

Saturday	Sunday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
6.30pm	9.30am	9.30am Comm. Service	9.30am Alice Murphy	9.30am	9.30am Anointing of the Sick
Confession at 6.00pm	11.30am Maria Rodgers &  Eileen Caldwell

Would those who are last to leave the Parish grounds in the evening please close the car park gates.

 

MISSION SUNDAY

Pope Francis notes that Mission Sunday this year takes place in the context of the Year of Consecrated Life, which promotes a further stimulus for prayer and reflection.  Today, the Church’s mission is faced by the challenges of meeting the needs of all people to return to their roots and to project the values of their respective cultures.  We may ask “Who are the first to whom the Gospel message must be proclaimed?”  The answer, found so often throughout the Gospel is clear: it is the poor, the little ones and the sick, those who are often looked down upon or forgotten, those who cannot repay us (cf Lk 14:13-14)

 

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 this Tuesday evening 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

PERMANENT DIACONATE  –  the Diocese initiated training for the Permanent Diaconate two years ago and twelve man have completed their Preparatory Year and are in their second year of formation.  Preparations are under way to begin another Perparatory Year in 2016.  Men, between 35 and 60 years of age who would like to consider the Permanent Diaconate should contact Father Alan McGuckian at the Living Church Office for more information and an application form. Phone 9096 0920, or email livingchurch@downandconnor.org.  Completed applications should be returned to the Living Church on or before the 30^th November 2016.

THE ROSARY – everyone is invited to join in a parish nine day Rosary Novena for their own and/or other intentions, starting on Friday 23rd October. You may say the full Rosary each day or one decade of the Rosary, in order to take part in the parish Novena. Please encourage children and young people to join in too.  Details and a Novena prayer are on a leaflet at the back of the Church. Meanwhile the Rosary will continued to be said after the weekday Masses. Resources are available in the Church porch.

THE WEDNESDAY WORD – is a national prayer mission which links parishes throughout the country through regular weekly prayer. The Wednesday Word contains the following Sunday’s scripture readings and reflections and is an excellent way of preparing to come to Mass. It is available each week at the back of the Church to take home. Please do consider starting to use this Christ centred, scripture based, method of praying, in spiritual solidarity with many parishioners throughout the country

JOHN PAUL 11  AWARD – enables young adults to become more actively involved in the life of their  parish and community. It is open to students currently in Year 13 (6^th year). As well as the feeling of personal achievement that they will gain from taking part in the award, participation will help to show future employers and educators that they can make an on-going commitment to a task. Commitment to the Award is for 16 months, during which time, each young person registers 20 sessions or activities in their parish and 20 sessions or activities in their community or with a charitable or social justice organization.  Application forms from Noeleen 078 7949 8131 or email colmcilleyouth@yahoo.co.uk

SHOE BOX APPEAL – you are invited to participate in this scheme, to give a gift-filled shoe box to a disadvantaged child this Christmas. Leaflets and flat pack shoe boxes are available in the Church porch. Deadline for donating boxes is Sunday 1^st November. Please leave your filled shoe box in the Church porch or Sacristy.

Cleaner required –  for the Parochial Hall.  Three hours per week.  Applications  forms are available from Philomena in the Parish Office.  Closing date for completed application is this Monday.

MONEY MATTERS                 

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

PROPAGATION OF THE FAITH COLLECTION  –  will be taken up at all Masses this weekend.

 

MONTH OF NOVEMBER

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 rear of the Church.

 

DECEASED

We pray for the repose of the soul of Mary McCaffery, the sister of a parishioner, who died during the week.  We also remember all those whose anniversaries occur at this time of year especially:

Maria Rodgers,  Eileen Caldwell  and  Alice Murphy.

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.

 

THIS WEEK

COMMISSIONING – of new Ministers of the Word will take place at the 11.30am Mass this Sunday.

Scripture and Prayer Group  –  our next meeting was due to be held this Tuesday evening.  However, this meeting has been cancelled.

GRANDPARENT’S ASSOCIATION – there will be an introductory talk this Friday in the Iona Room, to highlight the benefits of  establishing a branch of the Catholic Grandparents Association in our parish. The Mission of CGA is to help grandparents hand on the faith to their grandchildren and to keep prayer at the heart of family life. We begin at 10.00am with refreshments.

 

COMING EVENTS

LIVING YOUTH  –  ‘Light the Blue Touchpaper’. If you are 18+ and would like to join us for our latest programme which includes music, speakers, debate, visits and pizza why not join us for our Monday evening sessions.  Starts Monday 2nd November at 6.00pm, ring Living Youth to book your place on 9023 2432

vulnerable adult training information session – at St Oliver Plunkett’s on Wednesday 11^th November from 7.00pm to 9.00pm.  Attendance at one information session is a mandatory requirement for volunteers with vulnerable adults and in particular those involved with SPRED, and as Eucharistic Ministers of the Sick and Housebound.  While it is not mandatory for members of Bethany or Bereavement Support groups to attend it is still advised to be good practice  to do so. The Safeguarding Committee must provide names in advance of this session, if you hope to attend please email st.colmcillespsc@gmail.com or contact Karen Diamond on 077 1110 9268.

Advent Family Weekend in Corrymeela  –  from Friday 27^th to Sunday 29^th November.  Why not join our neighbours from Gilnahirk and fellow-parishioners in the beautiful, peaceful surroundings of Corrymeela for a weekend of conversation, craic and relaxing walks on the beach or the forest, liberally interspersed with tea, coffee and home-made scones or biscuits?  For more information please contact John Barry 078 4072 8477, email jb654395@yahoo.co.uk or Paula Sheils 075 9033 1477, email paula.sheils@hotmail.co.uk or Mary Walsh  on 9029 5795.

Reunion Dinner  –  to mark the 50^th anniversary since the re start of the Scouts in the parish, a 50^th Anniversary Gala Dinner Dance has been arranged for the 6^th February 2016 in the Stormont Hotel. All ex members of the Group, leaders and committee people are invited to attend, as are all parents and supporters. The Scout Group has been an integral part of the youth provision in St. Colmcilles Parish during good and bad times and it’s fitting that we celebrate the continued success of the Group. Please let family members no longer living in the parish know of this event. A dedicated Facebook page will be developed and further details about the reunion will be given as they become available.

LIVING YOUTH – Habitat for Humanity Ethiopia Team 2016: Following our successful Habitat for Humanity projects over the past three years Living Youth is excited to announce recruitment for another youth team due to travel to Ethiopia next summer. Provisional dates: 8^th to 22^nd  August 2016.  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. The budget for this trip is £2,000 p/p. This includes a non-refundable deposit, travel, in-country expenses and a £600 minimum donation to Habitat’s work. To register or get more information visit: www.habitatni.co.uk, call 9263 5635 or email gv@habitatni.co.uk

 

 

OTHER NOTICES

Service for the Persecuted Church  –  there will be a service on behalf of the persecuted Church in St Anne’s Cathedral, Belfast this Monday evening at 8.00pm.  This will be organised by Divine Healing Ministries and Open Doors, who work with the persecuted church worldwide.  All proceeds collected at the event will go to those who are suffering terribly.

A Concert by Candlelight –  to be given by the Irish Harp Orchestra in collaboration with the combined choirs of St. Patrick’s Parish, Belfast and Assumption Grammar School, Ballynahinch.  The ensemble will perform an orchestral-choral suite, Brian Boru, the Lion of Ireland, and will be directed by the suite’s composer, renowned harpist, Dr Janet Harbison.  The concert will be performed by candlelight in St. Patrick’s Church, Donegall Street, one of Belfast’s most beautiful and historic churches.  Do join the priests and people of St. Patrick’s, next Saturday, at 8.30pm for what promises to be an enchanting evening of music and song.  Admission is free and a retiring collection in aid of the Church’s Restoration Project will be taken up.

Hidden Pearls  –  is a retreat day, next Saturday, for people with learning disabilities, their friends, families and carers.  Led by Maria Garvey and Jillian Gould, it will be a time to recognize and celebrate people’s gifts through sharing stories, music, dance and art.   The day will begin at 9.00am with registration and end at 4.45pm and costs £40 per person or £70 when two people book together.   For further information or to book please contact Drumalis on 2827 6455 or 2827 2196.

STRESS CONROL  –  a free 6 week Stress Management Programme.  Monday evenings, in Skainos Centre , Newtownards Road from 6.30pm to 8.00pm commencing 2^nd November.  Tuesday evenings, in Falls Road Library from 6.30pm to 8.00pm commencing on 3^rd November.  Wednesday afternoons, in Linen Hall Library from 12.30pm to 1.30pm commencing on 4^th November.  To register interest or find out more information please contact Audrey on 9504 2689

ANNUAL UNITED PEACEMAKING SERVICE  –  will be held in Belmont Presbyterian Church on Sunday 8^th November at 7.00pm.  The topic will be “Can we have peace without forgiveness?”

Josef Locke: A Grand Adventure  –  a unique piece of music theatre by Felicity McCall exploring Josef Locke’s life, music and legacy by The Playhouse Derry will be presented at The Lyric Theatre Belfast from Friday 13^th to Sunday 15^th November

CHORAL SINGING WORKSHOP FOR CHRISTMAS –  with Loreto McAuley and David Stewart, on Saturday 14^th  November at Drumalis, from 10.00am to 4:30pm.  This workshop is particularly useful for church/school choirs and individuals looking for material for the Christmas & Advent season.  The cost for the day is £35 per person, including tuition, refreshments and lunch.  For further details or to book a place, please contact Drumalis on 2827 2196 or 2827 6455.  Booking forms are also available on the Drumalis website www.drumalis.co.uk.

Beginning Experience –  is a peer ministry to the bereaved, separated and divorced, based within the Family Ministry of the Diocese of Down and Connor. We are offering a Residential Weekend from Friday 23^rd to Sunday 25^th October at Drumalis Retreat and Conference Centre, Larne.  The loss of a partner through death, separation or divorce is devastating. To find out more, contact Phil on 9020 7645 or Marie on 075 4207 0835.

VOL. 23 NO. 45  11^TH OCTOBER 2015

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

 

28^th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME – (Page 803, 452 & 499)

28^th Week in Ordinary Time 

Readings : Sunday Cycle B, Weekday Cycle 1, Psalter Week 4

Entrance Antiphon	If you, O Lord, should mark iniquities, Lord, who could stand?  But with you is found forgiveness, O God of Israel.
1st Reading	(Wisdon 7:7-11)  Compare with wisdom, I held riches as nothing.
Psalm	Fill us with your love that we may rejoice.
2nd Reading	(Hebrews 4:12-13) The word of God can judge secret emotions and thoughts.
Acclamation	Alleluia, alleluia!  Blessed are you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, for revealing mysteries of the kingdon to mere children.  Alleluia!
Gospel	(Mark 10:17-30)  Go and sell everything you own and follow me.
Children	A rich young man asks Jesus how he can enter the kingdom of heaven.  Jesus tells him he needs to sell everything he owns, give the money to the poor and then follow him.  The rich man goes away sad because what Jesus has asked him to do is very hard.
Communion Antiphon	The rich suffer want and go hungry, but those who seek the Lord lack no blessing.

 

MASS TIMES FOR COMING WEEK

Saturday	Sunday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
6.30pm Gina Roe	9.30am Harry McClure	9.30am	9.30am	9.30am	9.30am Anointing of the Sick
Confession at 6.00pm	11.30am Geraldine McCormick, Marie & Eamon Kerrigan

REFUGEE CRISIS: WANT TO HELP?

There will be a special Parish “Fund for Food Aid” collection this weekend at all Masses.  This proceeds from the collection will be divided between St. Vincent de Paul and Trocaire.

 

Would those who are last to leave the Parish grounds in the evening please close the car park gates.

 

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 20^th October evening 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

“Come and See” Day  – in St. Malachy’s Seminary, next Saturday from 10.00am to 4.00pm.  Have you ever considered a vocation to the priesthood? Why not explore it further and come along to the “Come and See” day. This event will provide you with an opportunity to visit our Diocesan Seminary, to meet those young men who are studying for the priesthood and to spend time in prayer and reflection.  If you’re interested in coming to this event, please contact Father Kevin McGuckien (Vocations Director) – by email at kevinmcguckien@hotmail.com or on 9061 4567.

THE ROSARY – everyone is invited to join in a parish nine day Rosary Novena for their own and/or other intentions, starting on Friday 23rd October. You may say the full Rosary each day or one decade of the Rosary, in order to take part in the parish Novena. Please encourage children and young people to join in too.  Details and a Novena prayer are on a leaflet at the back of the Church. Meanwhile the Rosary will continued to be said after the weekday Masses. Resources are available in the Church porch.

THE WEDNESDAY WORD – is a national prayer mission which links parishes throughout the country through regular weekly prayer. The Wednesday Word contains the following Sunday’s scripture readings and reflections and is an excellent way of preparing to come to Mass. It is available each week at the back of the Church to take home. Please do consider starting to use this Christ centred, scripture based, method of praying, in spiritual solidarity with many parishioners throughout the country

JOHN PAUL 11  AWARD – enables young adults to become more actively involved in the life of their  parish and community. It is open to students currently in Year 13 (6^th year). As well as the feeling of personal achievement that they will gain from taking part in the award, participation will help to show future employers and educators that they can make an on-going commitment to a task. Commitment to the Award is for 16 months, during which time, each young person registers 20 sessions or activities in their parish and 20 sessions or activities in their community or with a charitable or social justice organization.  Application forms from Noeleen 078 7949 8131 or email colmcilleyouth@yahoo.co.uk

SHOE BOX APPEAL – you are invited to participate in this scheme, to give a gift-filled shoe box to a disadvantaged child this Christmas. Leaflets and flat pack shoe boxes are available in the Church porch. Deadline for donating boxes is Sunday 1^st November. Please leave your filled shoe box in the Church porch or Sacristy.

Cleaner required –  for the Parochial Hall.Three hours per week.  Applications  forms are available from Philomena in the Parish Office.  Closing date for completed application is Monday 19^th October.

BAPTISM  –  we welcome into the parish family Garrett Hugh Haughey and Amelia Rae Tiongson who were baptised in St. Colmcille’s last weekend.

WEDDING  –  our congratulations and best wishes go to Ursula Kelleher and Deric Henderson who were married on Saturday 3^rd October in St. Colmcille’s.

MONEY MATTERS                 

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

PROPAGATION OF THE FAITH COLLECTION  –  will be taken up at all Masses next weekend.

 

DECEASED

We pray for the repose of the soul of Lamberto Laconico, Gina Roe and Harry McClure who died recently.  We also remember all those whose anniversaries occur at this time of year especially:

Joe Nelson,  Madge Hughes,  Sean Hughes,  Roy King,  Vincent McBrinn, 

Rosey Sharkey,  Geraldine McCormick,  Marie Kerrigan  and  Eamon Kerrigan

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.

 

THIS WEEK

AN INSIGHT INTO SEEKING ASYLUM IN NORTHERN IRELAND  –  a talk will be given by Margaret McNulty, Information Officer for Embrace this Monday evening in the Parochial Hall at 7.30pm.  Embrace is a group of Christians from different denominations whose primary role it to provide information and resources for Churches and individuals in order to make Northern Ireland a more welcoming place for minority – ethnic people.   In view of the Syrian Crisis this is a most relevant talk by an expert in ths field.

PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL  – will meet this Tuesday evening at 7.30pm

Information session for volunteers with Children and Young PeOple –  to be held this Tuesday evening at St Paul’s Pastoral Centre, Belfast from 7.00pm to 9.00pm.  The Safeguarding Committee must provide names in advance of this session.  If you hope to attend please email st.colmcillespsc@gmail.com or contact Karen Diamond on 077 1110 9268.

artisan market  –  will be held in the Church Grounds next Saturday from 10.00am to 2.00pm.  Volunteers to help stallholders set up and pack up would be greatly appreciated.

COMMISSIONING – of new Ministers of the Word will take place at the 11.30am Mass next Sunday.

 

COMING EVENTS

Scripture and Prayer Group  –  our next meeting was due to be held on Tuesday 20^th October.  However, this meeting has been cancelled.

LIVING YOUTH  –  ‘Light the Blue Touchpaper’. If you are 18+ and would like to join us for our latest programme which includes music, speakers, debate, visits and pizza why not join us for our Monday evening sessions.  Starts Monday 2nd November at 6.00pm, ring Living Youth to book your place on 9023 2432

LIVING YOUTH – Habitat for Humanity Ethiopia Team 2016: Following our successful Habitat for Humanity projects over the past three years Living Youth is excited to announce recruitment for another youth team due to travel to Ethiopia next summer. Provisional dates: 8^th to 22^nd  August 2016.  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. The budget for this trip is £2,000 p/p. This includes a non-refundable deposit, travel, in-country expenses and a £600 minimum donation to Habitat’s work. To register or get more information visit: www.habitatni.co.uk, call 9263 5635 or email gv@habitatni.co.uk

Advent Family Weekend in Corrymeela  –  back to school and already thinking about Christmas? Well, why not take time out and join families from Gilnahirk Presbyterian Church for the Traditional Advent Family Weekend in Corrymeela from Friday 27^th to Sunday 29^th November. The cost this year is £160 for a family with two earners and £120 for a family with one earner. The price includes all meals from Friday night’s light supper to lunch on Sunday. For more information please contact John Barry 078 4072 8477, email jb654395@yahoo.co.uk or Paula Sheils 075 9033 1477, email paula.sheils@hotmail.co.uk

 

11^th Belfast Scout Group, St. Colmcilles

Group Camp  –  the Group held a very successful Group camp at Crawfordsburn Scout Centre recently. A total of 77 youth members with 13 leaders enjoyed a weekend of fun and activities, ably facilitated by the 12 Venture Scouts also present at the camp. The Saturday BBQ saw a total of 165 people served tasty hotdogs and hamburgers with loads of appetising salads and refreshing drinks. All in all a great start to the year. We now have waiting lists for our Cub Pack and Scout Troop, both having in excess of 40 members.

Reunion Dinner  –  to mark the 50^th anniversary since the re start of the Scouts in the parish, a 50^th Anniversary Gala Dinner Dance has been arranged for the 6^th February 2016 in the Stormont Hotel. All ex members of the Group, leaders and committee people are invited to attend, as are all parents and supporters. The Scout Group has been an integral part of the youth provision in St. Colmcilles Parish during good and bad times and it’s fitting that we celebrate the continued success of the Group. Please let family members no longer living in the parish know of this event. A dedicated Facebook page will be developed and further details about the reunion will be given as they become available.

 

OTHER NOTICES

Dr Michael Downey – will give a talk whose title is: Mission, Mercy, Margins: Hallmarks of the Ministry of Pope Francis, this Tuesday evening, at 7.30pm, in Holy Cross Monastery (Rostrevor Co. Down).

YOUTH 2000  –  invites all young adults between ages of 16 to 35 to a Catholic weekend retreat taking place from this Friday to next Sunday at Lough Derg.  This will be an exciting weekend attracting over 150 young people from all over the country.   The weekend is being organised by young people for young people.  Parental consent is essential for all those under 18.  Al meals are provided for and accommodation is on site.  Don’t let money be an obstacle; just bring any donation and a sleeping bag.  Newcomers very welcome.  For more details phone 075 9887 6339 or visit www.youth2000.ie.

AUTUMN FAIR  –  at Gilnahirk Presbyterian Church Hall next Saturday at 2.00pm.  Attractions include: a Pipe Band; ‘Paramedi-kidz’ from the NI Ambulance Service; a wide variety of stalls including cakes, breads, jams, books, toiletries, plants, fresh veg/potatoes; children’s activities; face painting; teas; BBQ; Ice Cream van.  Entrance – £2.00 (adults) & 50p (children).

GALA BALL  –  in the Long Gallery, Parliament Buildings, next Saturday evening at 7.00pm.  Event organised as part of Anti Slavery Week.  Proceeds to Flourish NI, a charity dedicated to supporting those impacted by human trafficking.  Drinks reception, 3 course meal and entertainment.  Tickets £45.  For further information contact Mary Cairns on 078 8120 4514 or Nicki on 079 2780 1390 or visit www.flourish.org.

Apostolic Work Ceili  –  Antrim Ceili Club invite you to a Ceili Night next Saturday evening in St Joseph’s Parish Centre, 56 Greystone Road, Antrim.  Dancing to Raymond Loney Ceili Band from 9.30pm to 12.30am.  Admission £5 (inc supper).  Proceeds in aid of Apostolic Work.  Come along and enjoy a good night’s craic whilst helping to raise funds for this worthy cause.

STRESS CONROL  –  a free 6 week Stress Management Programme.  Monday evenings, in Skainos Centre , Newtownards Road from 6.30pm to 8.00pm commencing 2^nd November.  Tuesday evenings, in Falls Road Library from 6.30pm to 8.00pm commencing on 3^rd November.  Wednesday afternoons, in Linen Hall Library from 12.30pm to 1.30pm commencing on 4^th November.  To register interest or find out more information please contact Audrey on 9504 2689

Josef Locke: A Grand Adventure  –  a unique piece of music theatre by Felicity McCall exploring Josef Locke’s life, music and legacy by The Playhouse Derry will be presented at The Lyric Theatre Belfast from Friday 13^th to Sunday 15^th November. For further information contact the Box Office on 9038 1081 or www.lyrictheatre.co.uk.

A Concert by Candlelight –  to be given by the Irish Harp Orchestra in collaboration with the combined choirs of St. Patrick’s Parish, Belfast and Assumption Grammar School, Ballynahinch.  The ensemble will perform an orchestral-choral suite, Brian Boru, the Lion of Ireland, and will be directed by the suite’s composer, renowned harpist, Dr Janet Harbison.  The concert will be performed by candlelight in St. Patrick’s Church, Donegall Street, one of Belfast’s most beautiful and historic churches.  Do join the priests and people of St. Patrick’s, on Saturday 24^th October, at 8.30pm for what promises to be an enchanting evening of music and song.  Admission is free and a retiring collection in aid of the Church’s Restoration Project will be taken up.

Hidden Pearls  –  is a retreat day, on Saturday 24^th October, for people with learning disabilities, their friends, families and carers.  Led by Maria Garvey and Jillian Gould, it will be a time to recognize and celebrate people’s gifts through sharing stories, music, dance and art.   The day will begin at 9.00am with registration and end at 4.45pm and costs £40 per person or £70 when two people book together.   For further information or to book please contact Drumalis on 2827 6455 or 2827 2196.

Beginning Experience –  is a peer ministry to the bereaved, separated and divorced, based within the Family Ministry of the Diocese of Down and Connor. We are offering a Residential Weekend from Friday 23^rd to Sunday 25^th October at Drumalis Retreat and Conference Centre, Larne.  The loss of a partner through death, separation or divorce is devastating. To find out more, contact Phil on 9020 7645 or Marie on 075 4207 0835.

VOL. 23 NO. 45  4^TH OCTOBER 2015

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

 

27^th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME – (Page 799, 452 & 499)

27^th Week in Ordinary Time 

Readings : Sunday Cycle B, Weekday Cycle 1, Psalter Week 3

Entrance Antiphon	Within your will, O Lord, all things are estabished, and there is none that can resist your will.  For you have made all things, the heaven and the earth, and all that is held within the circle of heaven; you are the Lord of all.
1st Reading	(Genesis 2:18-24)  They become one body.
Psalm	May the Lord bless us all the days of our life.
2nd Reading	(Hebrews 2:9-11) The one who sanctifies, and the ones who are sanctified, are of the same stock.
Acclamation	Alleluia, alleluia!  Your word is truth, O Lord, consecrate us in the truth.  Alleluia!
Gospel	(Mark 10:2-16)  What God has united, man must not divide.
Children	Jesus teaches us about marriage.  He said that God joins a man and woman together when they get married.  God wants us to live in love.  The disciples were worried that Jesus was tired and told people to take their children away.  But Jesus blessed them and told his friends that his kingdom belongs to children.
Communion Antiphon	The Lord is good to those who hope in him, to the soul that seeks him.

 

MASS TIMES FOR COMING WEEK

Saturday	Sunday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
6.30pm Bobby Devine	9.30am Alice Johnston	9.30am Special Intention	9.30am Special Intention	9.30am	9.30am Anointing of the Sick
Confession at 6.00pm	11.30am Stella Keane & Noreen Alford Smith

Would those who are last to leave the Parish grounds in the evening please close the car park gates.

 

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 20^th October evening 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.

 

REFUGEE CRISIS: WANT TO HELP?

There will be a special Parish “Fund for Food Aid” collection next weekend at all Masses.  This proceeds from the collection will be divided between St. Vincent de Paul and Trocaire.

The Down & Connor Refugee Response team set up by Bishop Treanor is asking Parishes across the Diocese to help in the following ways:

• We are asking people to pray personally, at home and in the parish for a resolution to the social, political and other causes giving rise to the refugee crisis;
• The most urgent need is money to buy food in those places where the refugees are now. Please consider holding a special Parish ‘Funds for Food Aid’ collection. The proceeds of this special collection will be divided between SVP and Trócaire who are both working on the ground with refugees in different parts of Europe and the Middle East. SVP are also helping refugees from the region already living in the Diocese;
• Please donate any clothes, furniture, baby slings, toiletries, tents, sleeping bags, camping equipment (no gas canisters or food) you can to your nearest Vincent’s shop (details online atsvp.ie);
• Contact your local Parish SVP volunteers to offer even a small amount of your spare time to SVP and SVP Youth to help sort out the clothes and other goods being donated, and;
• contact your parish with details of any non shared property you have that you would be willing to make available on a short to medium term basis for incoming refugees.

While thanking those who are willing to offer space in their own home, the refugee specialists on the Diocesan team have advised that spare rooms with local families are not likely to be required at this stage. The Diocese is in contact with local government to establish when refugees will begin to arrive and what additional needs they may have once they are here. It is clear that the most important thing they will need is to experience a warm and hospitable welcome from local parishes and other communities. The Diocesan Refugee Response team will be in touch with further details and recommendations over coming weeks. Thank you for your generosity and support.

SHOE BOX APPEAL – you are invited to participate in this scheme, to give a gift-filled shoe box to a disadvantaged child this Christmas. Deadline for donating boxes is Sunday 1^st November. Please leave your filled shoe box in the Church porch or Sacristy.

Cleaner required –  for the Parochial Hall.Three hours per week.  Applications  forms are available from Philomena in the Parish Office.  Closing date for completed application is Monday 19^th October.

BAPTISM  –  we welcome into the parish family Orla Catherine Maguire who was baptised in St. Colmcille’s last weekend.

MONEY MATTERS                 

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

The Monthly Stipend Collection will be taken up at all Masses this weekend.

 

DECEASED

We pray for the repose of the souls of Nora McKee, Gerry Gillan and Alice Johnston, who died recently and for Noreen Alford Smith, whose month’s mind occurs this weekend.  We also remember all those whose anniversaries occur at this time of year especially:

Bobby Devine,  Stella Keane, Clement J Haan,  Gertrudes Ruales and Joaquin Ruales

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.

 

THIS WEEK

Apostolic Work  – the first meeting of Apostolic Work will be held in the Iona Room  this Tuesday evening at 8.00pm.   New members are always welcome!

CONFIRMATION PREPARATION – evening classes are provided in the Parochial Hall, for children who are not being prepared in their school. Parents should attend on the first evening to enroll their children: Confirmation students should attend this Thursday evening at 6.15pm, class ends at 7.15pm. Enquiries to Noeleen 078 7949 8131.

CAMEL RACING & DISCO  –  will take place this Friday evening in the Parochial Hall, doors open at 7.30pm.  First Race at 8.00pm sharp!  It’s very similar to the Night at the Races but if you chose, it can be more hands on!  Bring your own refreshments.  Music will be on until 12.30am.  It’s guaranteed to be a great night out.  Tickets are only £5 per person and will be available to purchase from Roisin McMullan 078 5414 0019 or Mary Walsh on 078 1549 3463 or after all Masses this weekend. We look forward to seeing you there.

 

COMING EVENTS

AN INSIGHT INTO SEEKING ASYLUM IN NORTHERN IRELAND  –  a talk will be given by Margaret McNulty, Information Officer for Embrace on Monday 12^th October in the Parochial Hall at 7.30pm.  Embrace is a group of Christians from different denominations whose primary role it to provide information and resources for Churches and individuals in order to make Northern Ireland a more welcoming place for minority – ethnic people.   In view of the Syrian Crisis this is a most relevant talk by an expert in ths field.

 

Cherishing Life – Accepting Death

Day for Life – is the day in the Church’s year dedicated to celebrating and upholding the dignity of human life.  This year’s ‘Day for Life’ is celebrated in Ireland this Sunday and focuses on End of Life decisions.  The theme is Cherishing Life – Accepting Death.  Prayer Cards are available at the back of the Church.   For further information please visit the website www.dayforlife.org

 

PARISH FAMILY

“Come and See” Day  – in St. Malachy’s Seminary, on Saturday 17^th October from 10.00am to 4.00pm.  Have you ever considered a vocation to the priesthood? Why not explore it further and come along to the “Come and See” day. This event will provide you with an opportunity to visit our Diocesan Seminary, to meet those young men who are studying for the priesthood and to spend time in prayer and reflection.  If you’re interested in coming to this event, please contact Father Kevin McGuckien (Vocations Director) – by email at kevinmcguckien@hotmail.com or on 9061 4567.

THE ROSARY – is traditionally attributed to St Dominic. The month of October each year is dedicated to the Most Holy Rosary. This is primarily due to the fact that the liturgical feast of Our Lady of the Rosary is celebrated annually on October 7^th  – this Wednesday. Originally the rosary had 150 beads, the same number of psalms in the Bible. In the twelfth century, religious orders recited together the 150 Psalms – the Divine Office. Those people who didn’t know how to read wanted to share in this practice, so praying on a string of 150 beads or knots began as a parallel to praying the Psalms. The 150 “Hail Marys” were subsequently subdivided into 15 decades by a young Dominican friar and then further divided into the Joyful, Sorrowful and Glorious Mysteries to help us meditate on the significant episodes in the history of salvation.  In the 20th century the addition of the Fatima Prayer to the end of each decade became more common. There were no other changes until 2002 when John Paul II instituted five optional new Luminous Mysteries, focusing on the public ministry of Jesus. Rosaries and leaflets, showing us how to pray the Rosary, are available in the Church porch

THE WEDNESDAY WORD – is a national prayer mission which links parishes throughout the country through regular weekly prayer. The Wednesday Word contains the following Sunday’s scripture readings and reflections and is an excellent way of preparing to come to Mass. It is available each week at the back of the Church to take home. Please do consider starting to use this Christ centred, scripture based, method of praying, in spiritual solidarity with many parishioners throughout the country

JOHN PAUL 11  AWARD – enables young adults to become more actively involved in the life of their  parish and community. It is open to students currently in Year 13 (6^th year). As well as the feeling of personal achievement that they will gain from taking part in the award, participation will help to show future employers and educators that they can make an on-going commitment to a task. Commitment to the Award is for 16 months, during which time, each young person registers 20 sessions or activities in their parish and 20 sessions or activities in their community or with a charitable or social justice organization.  Application forms from Noeleen 078 7949 8131 or email colmcilleyouth@yahoo.co.uk

LIVING YOUTH  –  ‘Light the Blue Touchpaper’. If you are 18+ and would like to join us for our latest programme which includes music, speakers, debate, visits and pizza why not join us for our Monday evening sessions.  Starts Monday 2nd November at 6.00pm, ring Living Youth to book your place on 9023 2432

LIVING YOUTH – Habitat for Humanity Ethiopia Team 2016: Following our successful Habitat for Humanity projects over the past three years Living Youth is excited to announce recruitment for another youth team due to travel to Ethiopia next summer. Provisional dates: 8^th to 22^nd  August 2016.  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. The budget for this trip is £2,000 p/p. This includes a non-refundable deposit, travel, in-country expenses and a £600 minimum donation to Habitat’s work. To register or get more information visit: www.habitatni.co.uk, call 9263 5635 or email gv@habitatni.co.uk

 

REPORTS

2016. COLMCILLE’S GUIDE UNIT – its hard to believe that one month of the Guiding year is now over. All sections are now up and running, and what a busy September it has been.  Our year started by hosting a Brunch after the Sunday Masses.  This was a great social occasion, which raised £500 towards the Unit’s trip to France in 2016.  The Ranger section has completed an accredited Drug Awareness Course.  Representatives from the Guide Unit attended Croke Park last Saturday, where Sophie Cannet, Cerys Maxwell and Ella Stacey received their Chief Commissioner’s Award.  A display is in the porch of the Church this weekend, illustrating the work required to complete the Chief Commissioner’s Award and the girls’ projects.  Congratulations to our Guide Section, who are the only Unit in Ireland, to have had recipents in every year for this award.

 

OTHER NOTICES

ANNUAL LEGION OF MARY ROSARY PROCESSION –  will take place this Sunday afternoon. The procession leaves St John’s Church, Falls Road at 3.00pm and will process to St. Michael’s Church where there will be a short service of Benediction.  Refreshments available afterwards.  Rosary beads and leaflets provided.  All welcome.  Please gather at 2.45pm.

THE PARENTING CHILDREN COURSE  –  for those parenting 0 to 10 year olds.  For 5 Tuesday evenings (this Tuesday & 20^th October, 3^rd, 17^th & 24^th November) at 7.30pm in Knock Presbyterian Church.  Topics include: building strong foundations, love in action, setting boundaries, building character and our long term aim.  To register or find out more information contact Jacqui on 078 4092 4505 or njemphrey@knockpresbyterian.co.uk.

Charity Premiere of Sunset Boulevard  –  St. Patrick’s Choral Society in association with the Stuck for Words Campaign are bringing the Irish Premiere of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Boulevard to the Grand Opera House, Belfast from this Wednesday  to next Sunday to raise funds for 4 local brain injury charities (CRY, Brain Injury Matters, Mind Yourself Your Mate, Declan McMullan Fund). The show features Mark McMullan, who appeared on the Nolan show and RTE’s Late Late Show, following his brother being left with Locked In syndrome. Tickets are now on sale via the www.goh.co.uk or by calling 9024 1919.

Dr Michael Downey – will give a talk whose title is: Mission, Mercy, Margins: Hallmarks of the Ministry of Pope Francis, on Tuesday 13^th October, at 7.30pm, in Holy Cross Monastery (Rostrevor Co. Down).

YOUTH 2000  –  invites all young adults between ages of 16 to 35 to a Catholic weekend retreat taking place from Friday 16^th to Sunday 18^th October at Lough Derg.  This will be an exciting weekend attracting over 150 young people from all over the country.   The weekend is being organised by young people for young people.  Parental consent is essential for all those under 18.  Al meals are provided for and accommodation is on site.  Don’t let money be an obstacle; just bring any donation and a sleeping bag.  Newcomers very welcome.  For more details phone 075 9887 6339 or visit www.youth2000.ie.

Apostolic Work Ceili  –  Antrim Ceili Club invite you to a Ceili Night on Saturday 17^th October in St Joseph’s Parish Centre, 56 Greystone Road, Antrim BT 1JZ.  Dancing to Raymond Loney Ceili Band from 9.30pm to 12.30am.  Admission £5 (inc supper).  Proceeds in aid of Apostolic Work.  Come along and enjoy a good night’s craic whilst helping to raise funds for this worthy cause.

Josef Locke: A Grand Adventure  –  a unique piece of music theatre by Felicity McCall exploring Josef Locke’s life, music and legacy by The Playhouse Derry will be presented at The Lyric Theatre Belfast from Friday 13^th to Sunday 15^th November. For further information contact the Box Office on 9038 1081 or www.lyrictheatre.co.uk.

A Concert by Candlelight –  to be given by the Irish Harp Orchestra in collaboration with the combined choirs of St. Patrick’s Parish, Belfast and Assumption Grammar School, Ballynahinch.  The ensemble will perform an orchestral-choral suite, Brian Boru, the Lion of Ireland, and will be directed by the suite’s composer, renowned harpist, Dr Janet Harbison.  The concert will be performed by candlelight in St. Patrick’s Church, Donegall Street, one of Belfast’s most beautiful and historic churches.  Do join the priests and people of St. Patrick’s, on Saturday 24^th October, at 8.30pm for what promises to be an enchanting evening of music and song.  Admission is free and a retiring collection in aid of the Church’s Restoration Project will be taken up.

Hidden Pearls  –  is a retreat day, on Saturday 24^th October, for people with learning disabilities, their friends, families and carers.  Led by Maria Garvey and Jillian Gould, it will be a time to recognize and celebrate people’s gifts through sharing stories, music, dance and art.   The day will begin at 9.00am with registration and end at 4.45pm and costs £40 per person or £70 when two people book together.   For further information or to book please contact Drumalis on 2827 6455 or 2827 2196.

Beginning Experience –  is a peer ministry to the bereaved, separated and divorced, based within the Family Ministry of the Diocese of Down and Connor. We are offering a Residential Weekend from Friday 23^rd to Sunday 25^th October at Drumalis Retreat and Conference Centre, Larne.  The loss of a partner through death, separation or divorce is devastating. To find out more, contact Phil on 9020 7645 or Marie on 075 4207 0835.