PARISH NEWS…
POPE LEO XIV
We welcome the news of the election of Pope Leo XIV as the Bishop of Rome and successor to Saint Peter.
As Pope Leo 14th begins his first week as Pope we ask God to bless him with peace and confidence so that we, the Church, can bring the Good News of God’s love and Christ’s salvation to the world we live in.
WEEKLY OFFERTORY PROMISE The collection amounted to £1670.00. TROCAIRE £9150.00.
Thank you for your generous financial support. You can make your envelope contribution via the donate button on the Parish website home page also at www.stagnesbelfast.com
First Holy Communion will be celebrated next Saturday 17th May @11am. Due to the First Holy Communion there will be no 1pm Mass and confessions. Confessions will be as normal at 5.45-6.15pm .
PARISH CENSUS As part of the Annual Parish Census this weekend 10th & 11th April, you will be asked to select a blue (male) / red (female) token and place it in a basket relevant to your age. Volunteers will be on hand to assist and direct you should you need any help. This information will only be shared with Down & Connor. We really would appreciate that you participate in the parish census as this information is invaluable to the parish. Many Thanks.
SUNFLOWER SUNDAY Small Sunflower plants will be available at the 9.30am Mass on Sunday, 18th May. For over 20 years we have distributed these plants, all of which originated from a single flower given out at Children’s Liturgy in 2002. The Parish continues this tradition as a symbol of “Passing on the Faith”. Please keep us informed of how your plant grows and maybe send photographs to the Parish Office email address.
MASS INTENTIONS
Sat 10(6.30pm): Isobel Brown, Eddie Brown, Margaret Burgoyne
Sun 11 (9.30am): Christopher Mc Fall, Bridget Mc Carthy
Adrian Doherty
Sun 11(12.30pm): Paul Connolly
Mon 12(10am): John O’ Brien
Tues 13: NO MASS
Wed 14:(10am): Edmund Chambers, Mary & James Dobbin & James jnr
Thurs 15(10am): Vilma & Aurelio Macatubal
Fri 16(10am): Terri Murphy
Sat 17( 11am):FIRST HOLY COMMUNION
NO 1PM MASS
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: Maureen Enright, Alex Mc Donnell, Kevin Taylor,
Josephine Mc Keown, Cecilia Mc Auley, Fr Michael Dempsey C.Ss.R
Terri Murphy RIP
Month’s Mind: Adrian Doherty, Isobel Brown, Jim Garland.
Anniversaries: Francis O’ Rourke, Edmund & Francis Smith, Kathleen Rea, Jim & Theresa Coey, Pat Mc Callion, John O’ Brien.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord!
WHAT’S ON…
Pilgrimage to Knock Shrine Sunday 25th May 2025. The Knights of St. Columbanus are organising a 53-seater luxury coach to go on Pilgrimage to Knock Shrine on Sunday 25th May, leaving St. Malachy’s College 36 Antrim Rd Belfast BT15 2AE @ 7.45am sharp. Secure parking in the grounds of the college has been arranged. Cost is £25 per person to include coach, tea/coffee and scones in Enniskillen on the way to Knock. To keep the cost to a minimum, people are asked to bring a packed lunch to cover arrival at Knock and again before leaving Knock in the evening. To book a place please email charlie@saintkillians.ie or phone Charlie on 07850203835 Places will be allocated on a first come first serve basis.
CELEBRATING THE CENTENARY OF THE CANONIZATION OF ST THÉRÈSE
The renowned Irish Dominican poet, writer and professor, Fr Paul Murray OP, will deliver a talk in the parish, on the life and wisdom of St Thérèse of Lisieux, and the relevance of her message for today. Thursday 22nd May 2025 7.00pm Holy Family Church Save the date. All welcome!
Cemetery Sunday 2025
Today Sunday 11th May – Milltown Cemetery at 3pm
Sunday 18th May – City Cemetery at 3pm
Sunday 25th May – Hannahstown at 3pm( There will be no road works on Hannahstown Hill that day) )
ANNUAL NOVENA TO OUR MOTHER OF PERPETUAL HELP Our theme will be “Pilgrims of Hope” ST GERARD’S PARISH CHURCH, 722 ANTRIM ROAD MONDAY 12TH TO TUESDAY 20TH MAY 2025 Times— Monday to Friday 9.30am and 7.30pm Saturday 9.30am and 6.30pm Sunday 9.30am 11.30am and 7pm. EVERYONE WELCOME!
SUMMER SINGING COURSE 7-11 July 2025 5-day singing course for young people who want to improve their singing voice and musical skills. For young people aged 8-18 Venue: St Paul’s Parish Centre, Belfast End of week showcase: St Peter’s Cathedral Optional extra sessions for singers studying GSCE and A Level Music. £75 for 5-day course. For more information or to apply, please contact cathedralmusic@downandconnor.org
PILGRIMAGE TO LOUGH DERG The Jubilee Year of Hope is a time for pilgrimage and renewal. Bishop Alan McGuckian SJ and Jim Deeds will lead the Three-Day Pilgrimage to Lough Derg. Date: 4th – 6th July 2025. The bus will depart from St Patrick’s Church Donegall Street. Cost £100. Places are limited early booking advised. To book contact Claire on 02890690920mor email
HEALING SERVICE There will be a Healing Service in St Matthew’s Church, Short Strand, East Belfast on Thursday May 15th at 7pm. Focusing on the healing power of the Rosary followed by a Eucharistic healing blessing and benediction. The service will be led by Fr Peter Carlin, PP, & Music Ministry will be provided by Fionnuala O Neill & family.
IPT Lourdes 2025: Judith, Brendan, Aobha and Ella from Group 175 would like to thank everyone from St Agnes’ Parish including the Children’s Liturgy Group for their generous donations and fundraising efforts that helped them get to Lourdes this Easter. Thanks also from Groups 190 and 68. The Parish community was remembered in prayer at the Grotto.
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