PARISH NEWS…
SEMINARIAN Damien Kirkpatrick our Seminarian will return to St Agnes’ on Monday 23rd September to complete his Pastoral Placement ending June 2025. We ask that you keep him in your prayers during this part of his formation to the Priesthood.
WEEKLY OFFERTORY PROMISE The collection amounted to £1411.0. 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.
Mary’s Meals A representative from the charity Mary’s Meals will speak at all Masses this weekend (14th/15th Sept) about their life-changing work of feeding children in some of the world’s poorest countries with a daily meal at school and their current Ethiopia Crisis Appeal. There will be a bucket collection and card machine available after mass if you wish to support financially. Mary’s Meals would also appreciate your prayers in support of their work. Prayer cards will be available to take home. Further details about their work and how you can get involved can be found at www.marysmeals.org.uk or contact Caoimhe McCann on 07394564065.
FOODSTOCK Our local foodbank has placed a container in the entrance hall of the Church for nonperishable food items eg canned food, Pasta etc. Your donations make a big difference to local people in crisis. Thank you for your support.
November anniversary and Month’s Mind Masses Please ensure if you need to book an anniversary or month’s mind Mass during November, we will only do these at the weekend. Masses during the week are devoted to Masses for the dead
THANK YOU A big Thank you all those who came to our Coffee Morning In aid of Friends of Cancer and Pretty in Pink. The total amount raised was £280.00.
REMEMBER IN PRAYER
Recently Deceased: Antonio (Tony ) Mc Ginn,Brendan Devenney, Mary O’ Neill, Mary (May) Devlin, Patrick Mallon RIP
Month’s Mind:Gerry Mc Auley, John Paul Ryan
Anniversaries: Mary Mc Caughey, Lily Hamilton, Janet McGaharan, Kevin Kennedy, Deedee Doherty, Richard Mc Stravick, Pat O’Hara, Bernard & Anne Derby, Patricia Watters, Anna Connolly.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord!
MASS INTENTIONS
Sat 14(6.30pm):Gerry Mc Auley, Mary Mc Donald,
Shelagh, Desmond & Otto Schiess, Kevin Taylor
Sun 15 (9.30am): Dorothy Mallon, Haidee Mc Dermott
Sun 15 (12.30pm):Ciaran Maskey
Mon 16 (10am): Requiem Mass for Mary (May) Devlin RIP
Tues 17 : NO MASS
Wed 18(10am): Requiem Mass for Patrick Mallon RIP
Thurs 19 (10am): John Rooney
Fri 20 (10am): Priest’s intention
Sat 21 (1pm): John Paul Ryan
NB: In the event of a funeral, the assigned intention will be offered privately by the priest at his first available mass.
WHAT’S ON..
ST BERNADETTE RELIC PILGRIMAGE. A relic of St. Bernadette will come to St Mary’s, Chapel Lane on 10th & 11th October. This special once in a lifetime event will provide an opportunity for people to experience the gifts and charisms of Lourdes at home
ECO TIPS FOR THE SEASON OF CREATION Cycle, walk , use public transport or car-share instead of driving, turn off lights when leaving a room/ install energy saving lights, wash laundry at 30 degrees when possible/ dry washing outside, use reusable water bottles to reduce single use plastics.
‘Breaking down barriers, building commUNITY’, Event. DATE: Wednesday 18th September TIME: 7.30pm – 9pm, refreshments from 7pm. VENUE: South Kirk Presbyterian Church, 34 Shaftesbury Square, Belfast, BT2 7DB Please join us if you’re free, we would love to see you. Register online at: www.habitatireland.org Email address: info@habitatireland.org
Living in Hope. Clonard Monastery, 11am – 3.30pm, 21 September, 2024. Led by Breige O’Hare. A day of encouragement, a chance to renew a love of life and a sense of hope in a better future with God, caring for our children, caring for creation. Story and song, space for quiet prayer and space for conversation. Bring a packed lunch. Tea/coffee provided. Booking essential. To book, ring Clonard Reception 02890445950
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 (September 30th; October 28th and November 25th 2023) Booking essential. To find out more, contact Marie on 07896119669 or email belfastbe@yahoo.com
SILENT RETREAT Fr. Joseph K. Bill Retreat– Given by Fr. Anthony Saji V.C. 5 Day Silent Spiritual Renewal & Healing Retreat @ St Mary’s Convent, Knock Shrine on Monday 30th September to Friday 4th October 2024. Contact Roisin on 00353749363336 for details
Free Irish classes at Naomh Pól! Bunrang (beginners) and Ciorcál Comhrá (conversation) every Tuesday Meánrang (intermediate) every Wednesday Tea, coffee & buscuits at 7.00pm, classes start at 7.15pm. Contact Glen Phillips on 07906 179605 for more details Fáilte roimh chách!
Dominican Jubilee Pilgrimage to Knock to celebrate 800 years of Dominican presence in Ireland. Bus leaves Kennedy Shopping Centre @ 7.30am Returning at 10.00pm – Cost £25 For further details please contact Tina @ 07517151978
OXFAM Urgent Appeal for Gaza and Ukraine – collecting toiletries and warm clothing, Blankets etc. for Men, Women & Children. Donations can be left at 27 Conor Rise. For more details contact Michael on 07564908903. Many thanks
ALPHA-St Colmcille’s Church Ballyhackamore is running an ALPHA programme over 8 weeks in The Hearth pub next door to the church (at 199 Upper Newtownards Road BT4 3JB) – on Tuesday evenings from 8pm to 9.30pm, starting on Tuesday 1st October. Meet new people and explore the Christian faith together. Alpha is for anyone who’s curious. No judgement, no pressure. Each session unpacks a big question of life, faith, and purpose, and is designed to spark conversation. Come along, see what you think. All welcome , especially 18-40 year olds. Contact the parish office for enquiries: stcolmcilles@downandconnor.org or text to: 07879 498131
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