Today Sunday 14th April Bishop Alan McGuckian will be installed as our new Bishop of Down & Connor.
TIME: 3.00pm
VENUE: Saint Peter’s Cathedral, Belfast.
IN ATTENDENCE: Laity, religious, clergy, family and guests
The Installation Mass will be livestreamed via the Saint Peter’s Cathedral webcam (www.churchservices.tv/stpeterscathedral) and on the Diocesan Facebook Page (www.facebook.com/downandconnor/)
Please keep Bishop Alan in your Prayers.
PARISH NEWS…
WEEKLY OFFERTORY PROMISE The collection amounted to £1595.00. Trocaire to date: £8027.00
Easter Collection:£640.00, Catholics in the Holyland: £1300 Thank you for your generous financial support. You can make your envelope contribution via the donate button on the Parish website home page also at www.stagnesbelfast.com.
The 2024 Parish Census will take place at all Masses across the Diocese on 27th and 28th April. More Details to follow.
TROCAIRE On behalf of Trócaire, and all those who will benefit from this year’s Lenten campaign, many thanks for your support and generosity this Lent. Boxes & Donations can still be returned to the church or office . You can also donate directly to the Lenten campaign through the Trócaire website, at www.trocaire.org
DIOCESAN HOLY HOUR FOR VOCATIONS SUNDAY on the vigil of the Feast of the Good Shepherd, a Holy Hour will be prayed before Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament in every Cathedral in Ireland for Vocations. Join is in St Peter’s Cathedral Belfast on 20th April 2024 at 5.30pm. Holy hour for Diocesan Vocations at 6.30pm.
MASS INTENTIONS…
Sat 13 (6.30pm): Michelle Kelly, Peter & Bridget Mc Cleave
Sun 14(9.30am): Yolanda Cox, Margaret Barr
Sun 14 (12.30pm): Con Mc Varnock, Mary Toner, Charles Rafferty, Bridget & Philip Ridge
Mon 15(10am): Sr Clare Mc Manus
Tues 16: NO MASS
Wed 17(10am): Margaret Barr
Thurs 18(10am):Priest’s intention
Fri 19(10am): Andy Dixon
Sat 20 (1pm): Patrick Kearney
NB: In the event of a funeral, the assigned intention will be offered privately by the priest at his first available mass.
REMEMBER IN PRAYER…
Recently Deceased: Anne Dornan, Lynsey Conboy RIP
Months Mind: Michelle Kelly, Mary Toner
Anniversaries: Vincent Spence, Roseann Donnelly, Sally O’Gorman,
Mary & Geordie Ferguson, Vilma Macatubal, James Mc Kenna, Anne Johnston, Noreen Breen, Colette Mc Reynolds, Eamonn Farrelly,
Bernadette & James Mason, Gerard Mc Areavey, Sean Laverty, May Hickland, Mary Holt, Tom Smith, Dominic Park, John Smyth, Marie Foley.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord!
ACTIVITIES & EVENTS…
ENRICHMENT DAYS REMINDER
Ministers of the Word
ONLINE – Tues 16th April online via zoom 7pm-8:30pm
The In-person Enrichment Day will take place for both Ministers of the Word and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion on Saturday 20th April 11am-4pm Venue: St Terese’s Parish Centre, Glen Road Belfast. To book please contact Parish Office or Aishling Email: a.steen@downandconnor.org
Fatima Pilgrimage 9th-14th August EX Dublin mass in Santarem where bleeding host took place, visit visionaries homes Hungarian stations of the cross, Lisbon with church of Saint Anthony where he was born and baptised, seaside excursion. Payments can be made by instalments, Contact James Treacy 061921470 or email jamestreacyphotography@gmail.com
Have an electric night out at “Young Frankenstein” by St Agnes’ Choral Society One of Belfast’s biggest and best musical societies is back on stage with “Young Frankenstein”- the hilarious Mel Brooks Musical Comedy. St Agnes’ Choral Society will be performing this monstrous hit at The MAC, Belfast from Tuesday 23rd to Saturday 27th April. “Walk this way” and get your tickets at themaclive.com
Reflection Day at SMA Dromantine Saturday 4th May 9.30am – 5.00pm Forgiveness; the journey from hurt to healing, freedom, peace and happiness. Led by Fr. Des Corrigan SMA. Cost (incl. lunch) £38/€43 Tel 02830821964 email:admin@dromantineconference.com
BEGINNING EXPERIENCE The loss of a partner through death, separation or divorce is devastating. Beginning Experience is offering a programme of bereavement support in St Bride’s Hall, Derryvolgie Ave., Belfast on three Saturdays (27th April, 25th May and 29th June 2024) Booking essential. To find out more, contact Pauline 07519289185 or Marie 07896119669 or email belfastbe@yahoo.com
Mary’s Meals -Crisis in Ethiopia
Mary’s Meals provides school meals to over 2.4 million children every day. At this time, We ask you to remember in your prayers families facing extreme food insecurity and hunger in Ethiopia and we invite you to a special online session where our founder Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow will share more about this urgent under-reported crisis this Tuesday 16th of April at 7pm, find out more at www.marysmeals.org.uk or email info@marysmeals.org
Living Church Office: Join us on pilgrimage to Knock Shrine as we participate in the Down and Connor Diocesan pilgrimage. The price £40 per person includes luxury coach and refreshments. Early booking is advised. To book contact Claire Tel: 028 90690920 Email: livingchurch@downandconnor.org
“Big Band for a Big Cause” – In aid of Marie Curie charity, you’re invited to an evening with Dana and the PM Big Band on Friday May 31st at The Theatre at the Mill at 7:45pm. Vocalists Ceara Grehan and David Hamilton will feature in a night of music featuring songs of Sinatra, Glen Miller, Michael Buble, Tom Jones and Amy Winehouse. Tickets £25 from theatre box office 0300 123 7788.
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