PRAYER FOR MONTH OF MAY
Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary,
that never was it known
that anyone who fled to thy protection,
implored thy help,
or sought thy intercession,
was left unaided.
Inspired by this confidence
I fly unto thee,
O Virgin of virgins, my Mother.
To thee do I come,
before thee I stand,
sinful and sorrowful.
O Mother of the Word Incarnate,
despise not my petitions,
but in thy mercy hear and answer me.
Amen
PARISH NEWS…
WEEKLY OFFERTORY & COLLECTIONS
Weekly Offertory: £1705.00
Trócaire Total : £14,542.00 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
PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL Carol O’Hara from the Parish Pastoral Council will speak at all Masses next weekend to give an update on its progress and ongoing work.
PARISH CENSUS the Parish Census will take place this weekend 9th & 10th May. As part of the Annual Parish Census, you will be asked to select a BLUE (male) or 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 would really appreciate your participation in the parish census, as this information is invaluable to the parish. Many thanks.
First Holy Communion will be celebrated next Saturday 16th 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.
FUNDING SUPPORT NEEDED FOR ST AGNES SENIORS St Agnes Seniors have applied for a small grant from Bank of Ideas to help fund an intergenerational talent and storytelling event this June. To secure this funding, they need as many votes as possible from the community. How to vote:
In person: Visit City Hall this Sunday between 2pm–5pm and cast your vote.
Online: Vote on Monday 11th May between 9am–12pm at: https://www.belfastcity.gov.uk/culturefunding
Every vote counts, so please support this wonderful local group and help make this event happen!
MASS INTENTIONS
Sat 09 (6.30pm): Paul Bennett, Edward & Francis Smith
Sun 10 (9.30am): Priest’s intention
Sun 10 (12.30pm): Mary Lynch, Nicole Ryan
Mon 11 (10am): Priest’s intention
Tues 12 (10am): NO MASS
Wed 13 (10am): Priest’s intention
Thurs 14 (10am): James snr, James jnr & Mary Dobbin
Fri 15 ( 10am): Priest’s intention
Sat 16 (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: Sean Clinton RIP
Anniversaries: Intentions of the Mc Grillen family, Kevin Taylor, Theresa & James Coey, Molly Mc Arevey, Cecilia McAuley.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord!
WHAT’S ON…
ALL IRELAND ROSARY RALLY On Sat May 16th, 2026 you are invited to stand as a public witness of our faith. Simply gather friends and family and neighbours to pray the Rosary in a public square. You don’t need a massive crowd to make an impact. As our Lord promised: “Where two or more are gathered in my name I am there among them”. At St. Oliver Plunkett Church Carpark, Glenveigh Drive, Lenadoon, Belfast at 4pm– Please join us.
MILLTOWN CEMETERY BLESSING OF THE GRAVES. Sunday 10 May at 3pm. CITY CEMETERY BLESSING OF THE GRAVES. Sunday 17 May at 3pm.
ANNUAL NOVENA TO OUR MOTHER OF PERPETUAL HELP “Living our Baptism today” ST GERARD’S PARISH CHURCH, 722 ANTRIM ROAD MONDAY 11th to TUESDAY 19th MAY 2026 Monday to Friday 9.30am and 7.30pm Saturday 9.30am and 6.30pm Sunday 10.30am and 7.30pm. St Gerard’s Parish warmly invite you to participate in our Annual Novena in honour of Our Mother of Perpetual Help. EVERYONE IS WELCOME!
Bishop Alan McGuckian SJ and Jim Deeds will lead the Three-Day Pilgrimage to Lough Derg. Date: 19th – 21st June 2026. The bus will depart from St Patrick’s Church Donegall Street. Cost £100. Places are limited early booking advised. To book contact Claire on 028 90690920 or email: pathwaystothefuture@downandconnor.org
Walk in the footsteps of our Patron Saint on Saint Patrick’s Way Pilgrim. Walk in Downpatrick with guides Martina Purdy and Elaine Kelly on Sat 6 June and 8 August, and Mairead Sweeney on Sat 4 July, begin at Saint Patricks Centre with the fabulous 180° IMAX film of St Patrick, price includes entrance fees, internal bus transfers, pilgrimage lunch at the famous Saul Barn, plus a stamped Camino passport and a 6 mile pilgrimage walk finishing at Saint Patrick’s grave. Come and Be Amazed! (Duration 9am-approx 3pm, all for just £55) To book ring 02844 619000 or go to website www.saintpatrickcentre.com
Black Mountain Family of Parishes
Pilgrimages 2026
Knock Shrine – 20–21 May
Depart 9:30am from St Joseph’s Church, Hannahstown.
1 night at Knock House Hotel.
£155 per person (includes B&B, evening meal, light lunch & tea).
closing date Monday 11th May 2026
Shrines of St Brigid & St Oliver Plunkett – 10–13 June
Depart 9:30am from St Joseph’s Church, Hannahstown Hill.
Stay at Ballymascanlon Hotel (B&B + 2 dinners).
Transport: £15 per person.
Single €430 | Double €570 | Twin €610.
Booking: Contact your local parish office. Or phone 02890 614567
Further details provided on booking
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