MASS TIMES
Sunday: 9:30am & 12:30pm
Daily: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: 10:00am
Saturday: 1:00pm & 6:30pm Vigil
CONFESSIONS
Saturday: 12noon-12.50pm & 5.45pm-6.15pm
BAPTISMS
Every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month at 1:30pm.
To book a Baptism, please contact the Parish Office.
A Long Birth Certificate will be required.
WEDDINGS
To book a Wedding please contact the Sacristy or Parish Office.
At least three months notice is required.
DEVOTIONS
Eucharistic Adoration: Saturdays 1:30pm-6:15pm
Mother of Perpetual Help: Wednesdays at 10:00am Mass
Padre Pio: 1st Saturday of the month at 1pm Mass
Direction for our times: 7pm on the 1st Thursday of the month
PATHWAYS TO THE FUTUREIn 1959, Pope Saint John XXIII called for an ecumenical council with the purpose of bringing the Church “up to date”. The Council, Vatican II, concluded its work in 1965 having produced 16 documents, one of which was on the role and participation of the laity in the life of the Church. It said “As sharers in the role of Christ the Priest, the Prophet, and the King, the laity have an active part to play in the life and activity of the Church” and that “as far as possible, the laity ought to collaborate energetically in every apostolic and missionary undertaking sponsored by their local parish”. It continues “For it is a duty and honour for Christians to return to God a part of the good things they receive from Him.” (Decree on the Laity, Chapter III, section 10) There is a strong resonance in these statements with our Gospel passage today, where Jesus challenges us to give back “to God what belongs to God”. Through our baptism, we are citizens of God’s Kingdom and we have been given the gifts of the Holy Spirit to serve our King and our fellow citizens. This is Mission Sunday, when we are called to give financial and spiritual support to our brothers and sisters overseas who share our faith, and to missionaries who spread the Good News and provide life-giving support to those in need. Our missionary duty is not, however, limited to one Sunday in the Church’s year and to the work of others in distant lands only. Our missionary role continues day by day in our parishes and communities using the gifts that God has given us and that His spirit sustains in our service to others and working with our clergy.We find ourselves again at a moment of bringing the Church “up to date”. As we plan for the renewal of our Church in Down and Connor through Pathways to the Future, and as the Church worldwide journeys together in the Synod, let us ask ourselves what part we play in the life and activity of the Church. Today’s Gospel challenges us to consider how we are paying our dues to our King in our daily lives and within our communities of faith. May the Holy Spirit guide and encourage us, and may God arm us “that men may know from the rising to the setting of the sun that, apart from Me, all is nothing” (Isaiah 45:6)
Pathways to the Future Prayer
God of Love, You are with us in every transition and change. As we enter into this new era with excitement and even some anxiety, we recall your deep compassion, presence, and abounding love. We thank you for the gifts, talents, and skills with which you have blessed us. We thank you for the work of others that gives breadth and depth to our own work. Be with us as we move forward, rejoicing with you and supporting one another. We ask this in your Holy Name. Amen. To find out more go to www.pathwaystothefuture.org
PARISH NEWS…
WEEKLY OFFERTORY PROMISE The collection amounted to £1935.00. Thank you for your generous financial support. You can make your envelope contribution via the donate button on the Parish website home page also. www.stagnesbelfast.com
Collection for World Missions will be taken up this Sunday
CONGRATULATIONS To Sean Mc Ilwee and Carole O’ Hara who were commissioned as lay Funeral Ministers at a special ceremony on Sunday 15th October at the Mater Dei Chapel Living Church Premises on the Cliftonville Road.
November Dead Mass The November Dead Mass will take place on Wednesday 8th November at 7pm. Parishioners who lost a loved one in the past year should be receiving a letter of invite in the post this week.. There is no need to reply, just turn up on the night to our remembrance Mass for your loved one. Everyone is welcome.
ST AGNES’ CHARISMATIC PRAYER GROUP.
Returning after a long absence due to Covid on Monday 23 October 2023 @ 11am in St Agnes’ Parish Centre. We will be meeting every two weeks on a Monday morning. What a way to start your week! Old and new members are welcome. We will be joined by members of St Michael’s Prayer Group. Come Holy Spirit!
COMMUNITY SAFETY EVENT As we are now entering the winter period with darker nights St Agnes’ Seniors are having a free Community Safety Event on Thursday 26th October from 10.30am-12pm. Safety equipment and information available.
DAY PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK Thursday 2nd November on the Feast of All Souls. Bus departs from St Agnes’ at 7.30am returning approx 10pm. Bring a packed lunch. Price £22. For more information call Pat on 07946917354 0r Sonia on 07877537969.
Papal Tweet“I am following apprehensively and sorrowfully what is happening in Israel. May the attacks and weaponry cease! And let it be understood that terrorism and war do not lead to any resolutions. War is a defeat! Let us pray together that there be peace in Israel and in Palestine”.
MASS INTENTIONS
OCTOBER
Sat 21 (6.30pm): Maureen & David Phelan
Sun 22(9.30am): Joseph Kemp, Sally Montgomery,
Michael & Sean Mulholland
Sun 22(12.30pm): Priest’s Intention
Mon 23 (10am): Priest’s intention
Tue 24: NO MASS
Wed 25(10am): Fr Tom Woods
Thurs 26 (10am): Priest’s intention
Fri 27 (10am): Priest’s intention
Sat 28 (1pm): Priest’s intention
REMEMBER IN PRAYER
Recently Deceased: Margaret (Marie ) Gillen, John Sands
Month’s Mind: John Rooney
Anniversaries: Rita Nellis, Damien, Brian, Philip, Michael &
Richard Wilson, Rose Macklin & Marie Standen, Margaret Turley,
Patrick O’ Brien, Isobel Boyle, Jacinta, Patrick & Elizabeth O’ Sullivan, Tom Mc Glinchey, Kathleen Drain, Keely-Ann Young
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord!
WHAT’S ON…
THE SEVEN JOYS OF MARY Every Wednesday in October at 7pm St Oliver Plunkett Parish Hall The programme will provide an opportunity to reflect the Seven Joys of Mary and will conclude with a decade of the Scriptural Rosary. Please join us. Everyone welcome.
TROCAIREis looking for people to join our team of Christmas fundraisers to help respond to the urgent need of poor communities around the world, including the millions of children and families caught in conflict across Ethiopia, South Sudan and Ukraine. You can take action and make a difference through a range of activities, including the promotion of our Gifts of Change – training and support will be provided. If you would like to find out more about what you can do to help now or over the Advent and Christmas period, then please email Mark McMahon at infoni@trocaire.org or call 028 9080 8030.
DRUMALIS RETREAT AND CONFERENCE CENTRE wish to appoint a Director for Drumalis Retreat Centre. This will be on a fixed term contract for 3 years after which it will be reviewed. Salary £45 – 50k depending on experience. Closing date for applications: 5pm 12th October 2023 For a Job Description, Person Specification and Application Form contact the Operations Manager: Sakina Lowe pltcpsisters@gmail.com or download from Website: http://www.drumalis.co.uk
Marriage Enrichment Weekend, 10 – 12 November 2023, Co. Kildare: an opportunity to energise communication and romance in your marriage Visit:www.marriageencounter.ie/marriage-encounter-weekend.
OCTOBER, MISSION MONTH. World Mission Sunday, 22 Oct: the Holy Father’s annual appeal to support overseas mission. Learn more at www.missio.ie. OCTOBER, MISSION MONTH. World Mission Sunday, 22 Oct: the Holy Father’s annual appeal to support overseas mission. Learn more at www.missio.ie.
“It’s Time” Prayer Gathering Sunday 29th October at 3.00pm outside City Hall, Belfast. We at “Healing the Land” feel that we have been prompted by God to issue a call to the people throughout this land to gather, to pray with One Voice and to seek the intervention of Almighty God in the daily affairs and lives of the people. This we believe is a once in a lifetime opportunity for everyone, young and old to stand together, shoulder to shoulder and call on the Name of the Lord
Parent Evening for bereaved parents on Wednesday 25th October at 7:15pm in the The Armagh City Hotel, Armagh. This event is free and open to all bereaved parents regardless of the age your child died, the circumstances of their death, or whether their death was recent or not. We also offer an online support service. Contact us on info@anamcara.ie or 028 95213120 for any queries.
Pathways to the Future Prayer
God of Love, You are with us in every transition and change. As we enter into this new era with excitement and even some anxiety, we recall your deep compassion, presence, and abounding love. We thank you for the gifts, talents, and skills with which you have blessed us. We thank you for the work of others that gives breadth and depth to our own work. Be with us as we move forward, rejoicing with you and supporting one another. We ask this in your Holy Name. Amen. To find out more go to www.pathwaystothefuture.org
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