PARISH NEWS…
WEEKLY OFFERTORY PROMISE The collection amounted to £1645.00 . Thank you to all our parishioners for your generosity and continued loyalty to St Agnes’ parish 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 continue this Sunday at the 9:30am Mass and will take place each Sunday beyond the Lenten Season.
PARISH WEEKLY ENVELOPES There are still several boxes of parish envelopes to be collected. . If you are not on the list and would like a box of parish envelopes please contact the Sacristy or Kate in the Parish Office.
A Good Friday Appeal from Fr. Francesco Ielpo OFM Custos of Holy Land Today, more than ever, it is urgent to rebuild not only buildings and infrastructure, but also relationships, trust, and hope. This journey necessarily begins with education: schools, young people, families, and places where a culture of encounter, dialogue, and peace can flourish. Supporting education means investing in the future of the Holy Land and in the role of Christian communities as a leaven of reconciliation in a society marked by divisions and deep wounds.
On Good Friday, as we contemplate the Crucifix, we ask you not to forget the Holy Land, to remember in prayer and concrete charity those who continue to live and bear witness to the Gospel in the Places of Redemption. Your closeness is a precious sign of hope and fraternity: help us to give hope and sow peace!
With gratitude for your attention and generosity, we assure you of our remembrance in prayer from the Holy Places and wish everyone a joyful Easter experience as a source of new life. With fraternal greetings and blessings.
MASS INTENTIONS
Sat 21 (6.30pm): Raymond Devine, Joan Mc Cartan
Sun 22 (9.30am): Danny & Kathleen Mc Allister
Sun 22 (12.30pm): Rachel O’Rawe, Mary Toner, Frank Drain
Mon 23 (10am):Priest’s intention
Tues 24 (10am): NO MASS
Wed 25 (10am): Priest’s intention
Thurs 26 (10am): Anna Mc Cann, Margaret Purcell, Mona & Damian McGuigan
Fri 27 (10am): Catherine Donaghy
Sat 28 (1pm): Priest’s Intention
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: Frank Doherty Louise Mc Cullough RIP
Month’s Mind: Joan Mc Cartan
Anniversaries: Frank Hernan, Dan Cregan, Edward & Teresa Murphy & Edward Jnr, Annie John & Brendan Flynn, Edward Malone, Liam Mc Cartan, Tony Kelly, Ciaran Sullivan, Bernadette & Peggy Mc Cotter, John Patrick Shields, Mary Heaney, Jim Cunningham, Caoimhin Mac Bradaigh, George Tolan, John & Ellen Maxwell, Mollie Smith, Terry Gillen, Rory Fennell, Phillip & Sarah McGlinchey, Edwin Leddy, Pat Canning.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord!
WHAT’S ON …
SYCAMORE What do you believe? The Black Mountain Family of Parishes continues with the series of presentations for those interested in learning more about the Catholic Faith this Lent. Everyone is welcome to all or any of the next 2 Wednesday meetings in St Teresa’s Parish Centre starting with a cup of tea at 7pm.
Volunteer Needed Ideally a young person studying IT — to help update our website and social media with parish news and events. This involves light, occasional online updates and is a great way to gain practical experience. If interested, please contact the Parish Office and leave your details for the Parish Pastoral Council.
The Chrism Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday 1 April at 12 noon in St Peter’s Cathedral Belfast. This Mass is a celebration of the entire Christian Community in Down & Connor. Bishop Alan extends an invitation to all the faithful to attend as a family in faith gathered with the Bishop, priests and deacons of the Diocese. United by Baptism as the children of God, we will celebrate our shared call to serve the Lord.
Sensory-Friendly Mass Invitation St Colmcille’s Parish invites you to a monthly Sensory Mass on Saturday, 28th March at 12:00 noon. This short, inclusive service offers a calm and welcoming environment with gentle lighting and sound, space to move, and sensory supports. Open to all ages and abilities—especially those who benefit from a quieter setting. Refreshments will follow. We’d love to see you there.
MOZART REQUIEM. With Cappella Caeciliana & the Ulster Youth Orchestra. On Sunday 29th March at 6.30pm in Clonard Monastery. Tickets available at www.caeciliana.org.
FEAST OF DIVINE MERCY Sunday, 12th April 2026 St. Peter’s Cathedral, Belfast (2:30pm); and Sacred Heart Church, North Belfast (2:15pm) (Rosary, Divine Mercy Chaplet & Holy Mass)
Good Friday Falls/Shankill Annual Inter-Church Prayer Walk – will take place on Good Friday 3rd April, beginning at 4.45pm in front of Clonard Church, stopping midway at Shankill Methodist for a brief prayer, and returning to Clonard by 6pm. At this precarious time in our world, we commit ourselves once again – in the footsteps of Jesus – to His ministry of reconciliation and peace. All are welcome.
St Agnes’ Choral Society is delighted to invite you to a production of Cole Porter’s timeless musical masterpiece, “Anything Goes” at the Grand Opera House Tuesday, April 14th – Saturday, April 18th, 2026 Evening performances at 7:30 PM; Matinee at 2:30 PM GOH.co.uk/whats-on/anything-goes
Holy Week Through Poetry Belfast Jesuit Centre
Monday 30 March 2026, 7:00–9:00 pm A reflective evening exploring Holy Week through poetry, inspired by Elizabeth Jennings’ Crucifixion (“Always the same and always new”). Includes guided reflection and discussion. All welcome. Small donation suggested.
Register: belfastjesuitcentre.co.uk/always-the-same-and-always-new-holy-week-through-poets-eyes/
HOLY WEEK & EASTER ARRANGEMENTS 2026
Palm Sunday 29th March
6.30pm Vigil Mass
Sunday: 9.30am; 12.30pm
Monday 30th March
Mass 10am
Tuesday 31st March
Mass 10am
Penitential Service 7pm (St Michael’s Parish)
Wednesday 1st April
Mass 10am
12 noon Mass of Chrism in St Peter’s Cathedral
(webcam https://stpetersbelfast.ie)
Holy Thursday 2nd April
10am: Morning Prayer of the Church
7pm: Mass of the Lord’s Supper …
followed by Adoration at the Altar of Repose
10pm: Night Prayer of the Church
Good Friday 3rd April
10am: Morning Prayer of the Church
3pm: Solemn Liturgy of Our Lord’s Passion
7pm: Stations of the Cross
Holy Saturday 4th April
10am: Morning Prayer of the Church
8.30pm: Easter Vigil
Easter Sunday 5th April
Masses
9.30am & 12 Noon
There will be no weekday Masses during Easter Week
USUAL MASS SCHEDULE WILL RESUME AT
6.30pm SAT 11th APRIL
ALL CEREMONIES CAN BE VIEWED ON OUR
PARISH WEBCAM
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