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: £1827.00 Monthly Collection £360. 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 Carole O’Hara from the Parish Pastoral Council will speak at all Masses this weekend to give an update on its progress and ongoing work.
CONGRATULATIONS to the P4 children of Holy Child Primary School, and to all who made their First Holy Communion this weekend. A big thank you to everyone who helped with the preparation. Please keep them in your prayers in the coming weeks and months
SUNFLOWER SUNDAY A limited number of Sunflower plants will be available at the 9.30am Children’s Liturgy Mass next Sunday, 24th 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. The Parish thanks Fair Deal Garden Centre for generously supplying the pots for the distribution of the Sunflowers.
PRAYER BEFORE AN EXAM Loving God be with me now, as I prepare for my exams. Thank you for the many talents and gifts you have given me and for the opportunity of education. Calm my nerves and anxiety. Help me to remember all that I have studied, to express it clearly and to answer the questions the very best I can. Holy Spirit, sit with me in my exam and always. AMEN
MASS INTENTIONS
Sat 16 (6.30pm):Rita Lyons, Sarah Mc Larnon, Jean & Hugh Madill, Mary, Paul snr, Paul jnr, Tony, Jim Eileen & Baby Joseph Zemrowsky, Les Bennett
Sun 17(9.30am): Moya Gettings, Sarah ( Sally) Banks
Sun 17 (12.30pm): Mary Muldoon, James Gerard Taylor, Adrian Caldwell, James Mc Keown
Mon 18 (10am): Priest’s intention
Tues 19 (10am): NO MASS
Wed 20 (10am): Priest’s intention
Thurs 21 (10am): Priest’s intention
Fri 22 ( 10am): Priest’s intention
Sat 23 (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
Month’s Mind: Rita Lyons, Sarah (Sally) Banks, Mary Muldoon.
Anniversaries: Edward & Francis Smith, Mary Lynch, Nicole Ryan, James snr, James jnr & Mary Dobbin, Christopher Mc Fall, Sr. Regina Mc Cullagh,
Michael Mc Cullagh
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord!
WHAT’S ON…
Bishop Alan McGuckian SJ and Jim Deeds will lead the Three-Day Pilgrimage to Lough Derg. Date: 19th – 21st June 2026. 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
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
Glendalough – 7–9 September
3-day pilgrimage with stay at Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort.
Mass, prayer, reflection & fellowship.
Single: £340 | Double/Twin: £410
Booking: Contact your local parish office or phone 02890 614567.
Cash payments only. Transport included.
CITY CEMETERY BLESSING OF THE GRAVES. Sunday 17 May at 3pm.
HANNAHSTOWN CEMETERY Sunday 31st May 3pm.
ENCOUNTER WEEKEND DONEGAL Radisson Blu Hotel Letterkenny Fri 5 June: 6:00pm – 10:30pm
Sat 6 June: 9:00am – 10:30pm Experience the presence of God through the Sacraments, worship, inspiring talks, healing, and fellowship. Be refreshed and empowered by the Holy Spirit.Speakers: Patrick Reis, Fr. Patrick Gonyeau. Book now at:
Info: donegal@encounterschool.org
Book now: Bookings here
Info: donegal@encounterschool.org
SUMMER SINGING COURSE 6-10 July 2026 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. £50 for 5-day course. (Early Bird Discount! Book by May 30th £30 for 5 day Course). For more information or to apply, please contact cathedralmusic@downandconnor.org
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