PARISH NEWS…
Black Mountain Family of Parishes
Fr Raymond McCullagh – St Agnes’ 028 90615 702
Fr Gabriel Lyons – St Teresa’s 028 9061 2855
Fr Ciaran Feeney – St Michael’s –028 95088030
Fr Tony McAleese- St Oliver Plunkett- 02890 618180
Fr Brendan Mulhall – Holy Trinity – 028 9059 098
Fr Patrick Devlin – St Joseph’s – 028 9061 4567
Fr Colin Grant & Fr Joe Mc Guigan
Assisting in our Family of Parishes
Emergency phone 07549209775.
Only for those who are seriously ill or requiring the Sacrament of the Sick.
Thank You
WEEKLY OFFERTORY PROMISE The collection amounted to £1750.00 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
ASH WEDNESDAY 18th February. Ashes will given out at the 10am and 7pm Masses. Trocaire Boxes will be available at entrances/exits. Please take one home.
RISE & SHINE – this collection will be held next weekend of 21st/22nd February. Your support will help make it possible for children to travel to Lourdes this Easter.
NOVENA THANKS
As our Parish Novena has now concluded, we extend our heartfelt thanks to Jim Deeds, Bridgeen Mc Nicholl, and Joe and Paula Mc Keown for their inspiring talks and reflections throughout the Novena and to Fr Joe Mc Guigan who celebrated Masses during the Novena. We also express our sincere appreciation to the choirs from our local schools, and to all our singers and musicians, whose contribution to the Music Ministry greatly enriched our Novena celebrations. Finally, we thank all who attended and contributed in any way, making the Novena a truly prayerful and meaningful experience for our parish community.
Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for us.
MASS INTENTIONS
Sat 14 (6.30pm): Nuala Mc Manus, Des Cunningham
Anne Derby, Paula Darragh, Jack & Margaret Mc Varnock
Sun 15 (9.30am): Paul Byres, Joe Dornan
Sun 15 (12.30pm):Sean & Dolly Prenter, Hugh Murphy, Arthur Anderson & daughter Kathleen Gomez, Pauline Mc Crea, Patrick O’ Hagan, Phyllis Linskey, Robert Keenan, Bill Cinnamond
Mon 16 (10am): Priest’s intention
Tues 17 (10am): NO MASS
Wed 18 (10am): ASH WEDNESDAY Bridie Laverty
7pm: Priest’s intention
Thurs 19 (10am): Priest’s intention
Fri 20 (10am): Brian O’Connor
Sat 21 (1pm): Maggie Corrigan
REMEMBER IN PRAYER
Recently Deceased: Oliver Rodgers RIP
Months Mind: Patrick O’ Hagan
Anniversaries: Sean Connolly, Harry & Mary Bradley, Ann Maguire-Bradley, Jim Monaghan, Patsy Rogan, Teresa Shevlin, Maria Mc Comish,
Patrick Herald, Brian Fitzsimons, William McKarry, Charles Mc Garrigle, Anne Murray, Hugh O’ Neill, Annie Mc Caffrey, Jack Mc Arevey, Anne Mc Carron, Jimmy Tierney.
WHAT’S ON…
SYCAMORE What do you believe? This Lent the Black Mountain Family of Parishes is holding a series of presentations for those interested in learning more about the Catholic Faith. Wednesday 25 February 2026 at 7pm begins the six week programme and all are welcome to St Teresa’s Parish Centre 135 Glen Road Belfast BT11 8BL
Divine Mercy Conference Saturday 28th February 2026
Bus will leave St Paul’s Church, Falls Road at 7.30am Returning approx. 10.45/11.00pm. Yes, a long day but well worth it,
Travel cost is £25 (bus price only) which must be paid when booking your seat. Failure to get 30 people the bus would have to be cancelled. Travel confirmation, 1 week before departure.
Unfortunately, no refund can be given in cases of sickness etc.
Conference tickets to be bought individually at the venue £35 or Euros.
Bring enough food for lunch and dinner – there are tea and coffee stations where hot drinks and snacks can be purchased.
Telephone Tina McCrory – 07523824350 to book a seat on the bus.
Down & Connor Pilgrimage to Lourdes 2026: 8th/9th – 14th/15th July. 5 & 7 Night options available. Please visit www.downandconnor.org/lourdes for more information or call the Pilgrimage Office on (028) 9077 0162 or email lourdes@downandconnor.org Youth Team (10-17th July): applications now open (see website for details) Application for the Youth Team is online only: The link for application form is https://forms.office.com/e/0P2U1Ku3c8
Day of Prayer – For Survivors and victims of abuse In Ireland, is marked each year on the Friday immediately following Ash Wednesday. This year it will be marked across Ireland on Friday 20th February 2026
Bishop Alan McGuckian SJ will celebrate Mass in St Peter’s Cathedral on Friday 20th February 2026 at 6:00pm.
Chairs and members of Parish – Family of Parishes Safeguarding Committees are invited to attend the Mass in St Peter’s Cathedral and join with Bishop Alan in praying for all tho se who have been affected by abuse.
DISCERNMENT RETREAT FOR DIOCESAN PRIESTHOOD. 6TH–8TH MARCH. In Drumalis Retreat House, Larne. For young men who are open to the question: “Is God calling me to be a priest?” A chance to step away from the noise and busyness of everyday life. Time for prayer, silence, and honest conversation. No pressure to decide anything — just space to listen and reflect. Contact Fr Conor McGrath at c.mcgrath@downandconnor.org.
Mary’s Meals – We need you!
Mary’s Meals feeds over 3 million children in 16 countries around the world daily. This is possible through many little acts of love. Join others passionate about ending global hunger as a Mary’s Meals Volunteer.
We need volunteers for a wider range of roles including our parish visit team (give talks, hand out leaflets or hold a bucket), crafters to create for fairs, community volunteers to organise fundraisers & spread the word and admin volunteers. Full guidance and training provided. All Welcome (16 to 101). Contact Caoimhe on 07394564065 or info@marysmeals.org
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