Parish News…

Last week’s Weekly Offertory Promise collection amounted to £2077, Propagation Of  Faith collection, £1437.00 Thank you.

Halloween Tea Dance: Parish Hall Thursday 30th October 2pm-4pm. Best costume prizes, and live music. Tickets £3 in aid of feeding dreams Cambodia.

The Apostolic Work Will be having their Annual Church door collection after all Masses this weekend..Your continued support is greatly appreciated.

St Agnes’ Annual Mass for the Dead is on Monday 10th November at 7.00pm. The Parish Bethany Bereavement Group will host refreshments after Mass in the Parish Centre. All welcome.

November Dead Lists are now available please place your  petitions in the metal box beside Our Lady’s altar. All petitions will be remembered in our masses throughout the month.

The Eucharistic Ministers of St Agnes’ are having a Mass offered for all deceased former Ministers in St Agnes’ Church on Saturday 1st November 2014 at 6.00pm. (Vigil mass for the Feast of the Holy Souls)  On behalf of the Eucharistic Ministers I am writing to invite family and friends of deceased ministers to join us at this Mass to honour the service they gave. ( Dan Donnelly).

Missionaries Of Africa ( White Fathers) Will speak at all Masses on the weekend of 8th & 9th of November. There will be a collection for their Missions. Thank you.

Remember in Prayer…

Recently deceased: Kathleen Magerr, Caitlin Crooks Madden, Sally (Sarah) Montgomery, Antionetta Fusco.

Those whose anniversaries occur at this time: Rita Nellis, Patrick Mc Elroy & Leo Mc Carney, Catherine & Bill Harvey, Fr Tom Woods, Rose Mc Garrigle, Sheila Petticrew, Phillip Glennon, Gerard Mulvenna., Moya & Billy Jennings, Arthur Rooney, Jim Press, Maire Drumm.

Whats on Locally…

Trócaireis holding a special Mass for the dead on Thursday 13th November at 7:30pm in the Church of the Good Shepherd, Ormeau Road. The Mass is in memory of all those generous people who have supported Trócaire throughout the years. There will be light refreshments afterwards. Please come along to remember your loved ones and honor their commitment to a just world. Contact Joseph O’Neill on 02890 808030 or joneill@trocaire.ie for more information. Trócaire also seeks volunteers to help sell their gifts at Christmas time. Looking for a way to get into the true spirit of Christmas? Trócaire Gifts are the perfect way to give a gift that will make a real difference to the lives of some of the world’s poorest people. Trócaire is asking for volunteers to sell these gifts in their parish either after Mass or at a parish event during the month of December. Contact Joseph O’Neill on 02890 808030 or email: joneill@trocaire.ie

“ Trócaire is working through Church networks in West Africa to tackle the spread of the Ebola virus and to support those affected by the crisis. The agency’s initial response is focused on raising awareness of how to reduce the risk of infection. Trócaire is also helping to provide food and counselling to families affected by the virus. The region is likely to experience food shortages over the coming months as a result of the disruption to the planting and harvesting seasons. Trócaire will be assisting communities to overcome food shortages in the months ahead. People in Ireland can support this work by donating on trocaire.org or by phoning 1850 408 408 (RoI) or 0800 912 1200 (NI).”

Tobar Mhuire Retreat House, Crossgar: Loss and Blessings Saturday 15th November. November is a time when we remember loved ones who have died. At times we are too hurt or too busy looking after others to reflect upon the blessings we have received from those who have died. This day of  prayer, reflection and symbols, will be a chance to take time aside; to reflect upon the memory of those who have died, and to give thanks for those  who have touched our lives. Come aside and join us. You are welcome to bring a picture or memento of the person you are remembering. Time: 10.30am – 4pm. Lunch provided. Suggested Offering £20 to include tea/coffee and light lunch. Contact the secretary on 02844 830242 to book your place.

Church of St. Michael the Archangel: Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament for 32 hours of Adoration will take place Friday 14th & Saturday 15th November 2014. Starting with 10am Mass on Friday finishing with the 6.30pm Mass on Saturday.

Divine Mercy Holy Hour: Thursday 30th Oct 2014 -7.30pm. The Church of Nativity in Poleglass.

West Belfast Historical Society:  Meeting Friday 14th November 7.30pm in the Falls Park Pavilion. This months talk is entitled “ The Andrews Family”. Guest speaker will be: Mr. Clive Scoular. All are welcome to attend.