ST AGNES PARISH BULLETIN 30TH NOVEMBER 2025

ST AGNES’ WELCOMING GROUP

 

We are happy to share that Anne Friel will be speaking at all Masses this weekend. Anne will introduce our new Parish Welcoming Ministry and explain how this initiative will help newcomers, visitors, and returning  parishioners feel more at home in our community.

 We are looking for parishioners who are willing to help with our new  Welcoming Ministry.

 If you are interested, please speak to a member of the Welcoming Group who are available after Mass.

 

PARISH NEWS…

WEEKLY OFFERTORY PROMISE The collection amounted to £1510.00

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

Children’s Liturgy: Will begin today at the 9.30am Mass Sunday 30th November. All children from Primary 4 age and upwards are welcome to this special time of reflection and fun. Parental consent forms are available from the Church and can be completed in advance. If you would like to volunteer please contact the Parish office.

Altar Servers: The Parish would like to recruit Altar Servers to assist at weekend Masses. Any children from P5-P7 are welcome to volunteer. Again, parental consent forms are available from the Church and should be completed before training is organised.

TRÓCAIRE GIFTS. The full range of Trócaire Gifts are now available from the  Sacristy. Give comfort and hope this Christmas, with Trócaire Gifts of Change.

Feast of Immaculate Conception will be celebrated on Monday 8th December at 10am & 7pm

SVP CHRISTMAS COLLECTION Will be held the weekend of 6th /7th Dec. Many thanks for your very generous support throughout the year

ADVENT: THE LOST SEASON. Wednesday 3rd December @ 7.30pm in St Agnes’ Parish Centre. This is an opportunity to come together as a Parish community for an evening of reflection and prayer looking at the gift of the Advent season in preparation for the Feast of Christmas. Everyone welcome.

 

MASS INTENTIONS

Sat 29 (6.30pm): Kathleen Lawrenson,  Charlene Flannigan 

Sun 30 (9.30am): Gerard Quinn, Sarah Mc Varnock

Sun 30 (12.30pm): Bridget Mc Larnon, Rose Fallon,

Barney  Monaghan, Paul Shiels, Mary & Sean Dunne,

John Parcell, Kathleen Parcell

Mon 01 (10am): Sarah Gillen

Tues 02 (10am) :NO MASS

 Wed 03(10am): Priest’s intention

 Thurs 04(10am ): Helena Mc Clurg

 Fri 05 (10am):  Priest’s intention

Sat 06 ( 1pm): Priest’s intention

 

REMEMBER IN PRAYER

Recently Deceased:  John Carberry

Month’s Mind:  Rose Fallon, Barney Monaghan

Anniversaries: Sarah Fennell, Jim Jordan, Jane O’ Neill,

Bill Cinnamond, May & Bill Mc Kenna, Leo & Kathleen Mc Kenna

Deceased members of the legion of Mary, James Mooney

Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord!

 

WHAT’S ON…

Stella Maris a Catholic seafaring charity is looking for volunteers across Northern Ireland. Volunteering comes in many forms at Stella Maris but in the first instance we are looking for anyone who can knit woolly hats, an essential and welcome piece of clothing for seafarers. For further information or if you are interested, please contact peter.mullen@stellamarismail.org. Thank you.

The Holy Child Primary School Christmas Fayre will take place on Sunday 30th November from 1pm-4pm at Holy Child Primary School.  Funds are going towards new outdoor playground equipment for the children.  More details are available via Holy Child Community Connect’s Facebook.

Holy Child Primary School & Nursery Unit are having an open day on Thursday 4th December at 1:30pm & 5:30pm.  We would love prospective families to come and visit the school to experience the unique family atmosphere.  It will start with the principal’s introduction followed by a tour of the school/nursery unit. 

HOLY CHILD NURSERY SCHOOL 40 Slievegallion Drive invite you to their Open  Afternoon on Tuesday 2nd Dec 1.30pm-3.30pm. Mrs Kielty looks forward to meeting you all! www.holychildnursery.co.uk

CHRISTMAS CONCERT St Genevieve’s High School . Tuesday 2nd December 2025 at 7pm in school Assembly Hall.  Tickets available from the school Reception

ADVENT RETREAT The run up to Christmas can be a busy time, we invite you to come away for a few hours To immerse in Gods word and prepare to welcome Jesus into our hearts this Christmas Saturday 6th December Speaker Fr Darren Brennan St Pauls Church Falls Road Belfast BT12 6AB Beginning with Mass at 10.00 am – Finishing 4.00pm Please bring a packed lunch, tea/coffee will be provided. Hosted by Down and Connor Charismatic Renewal For further details contact Collette on 07791078453

 IRISH MENS ROSARY

Date: Saturday 6th December 

Time:  1.00pm

Location: Royal Avenue / Castle Street Junction (in front of Primark)

DOWN & CONNOR JOB VACANCY  Assistant Housekeeper (Job Share) for Bishiop’s residence and Curia Office.  Visit www.downandconnor.org/nijobs.com.

ST OLIVER PLUNKETT PARISH. Starting 1st week of Advent ADORATION  Wednesday 9am-10am ( Before Mass) & 5pm-8pm  Confession available 6-7pm

Recharge Young Adult Group – Advent Retreat Aged 18-35? Join us this Advent to prepare well for Christmas but also for the future. Take some time to ask yourself: Where are you in life? Where are you going? Have you found your vocation? How can you live your vocation out more faithfully? 

Saturday 13th December
10am-6pm
St Colmcille’s Church, Belfast
Free Event – Register via Eventbritehttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/quo-vadis-a-retreat-by-recharge-tickets-1758337688359

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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