PARISH NEWS…
Black Mountain Family of Parishes
Pilgrimage 2026 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.
Parish Trip to Downpatrick:
Saturday 19th September.
Bus leaves @ 9am. Day includes stop at St Patrick’s Centre for IMAX video of St Patrick followed by early lunch; Visit to Down Cathedral and St Patrick’s Grave and then on to Saul for Mass in St Patrick’s Church. Final stop at Slieve Patrick before bus leaves around 4pm for return to Belfast.
Cost: £40 per person.
Please reserve place by arranging payment through Parish Office.
Weekly Offertory:£1560.00 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 CENTRE: The Seniors have now finished for the summer break and will return on Wednesday 2nd September. Sincere thanks to everyone for all their hard work throughout the year.
Notice: St Agnes Prayer Group
Please note that the St Agnes Prayer Group had its last meeting on Monday, 29 June and will now take a summer break. Meetings will resume on Monday, 7 September at 10:45am.
PARISH BULLETIN Due to the holiday season the Bulletin will appear intermittently during the summer months, but the Mass Leaflet will be available throughout the Holidays each week.
SCHOOL’S OUT FOR SUMMER. Thank you to all staff in our schools, for their hard work and dedication throughout the year; we wish them and all the children & young people well, for an enjoyable summer break.
Parish Development: Recently the Parish Finance Committee, in consultation with the Diocese, has been assessing the current use of Parish properties. Since the Parish Office has moved over to the Church, the former Curates’ house, known as Rosnaree, is no longer required. The preferred option is to sell this property and money raised from the sale will be invested into the development of the remaining Parish properties.
MASS INTENTIONS
Sat 04(6.30pm): James Farrell, James & Mary Ross
Sun 05 (9.30am): Margaret Heatley
Sun 05(12.30pm): James Kennedy, John Mc Crudden, Anne & Aidan Hanna, Veronica Burns
Mon 06 (10am): Priest’s intention
Tues 07 (10am): NO MASS
Wed 08 (10am): Priest’s intention
Thurs 09 (10am): Priest’s intention
Fri 10 ( 10am): Priest’s Intention
Sat 11 (1pm): Special Intention, Patricia Trainor, Margaret Trainor
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: Betty Murray, Andrew (Andy) Bloomer, Benny Brennan RIP
Anniversaries: Mary Wright, Brigid Hughes, Maura Farquharson, Jean O’ Hara
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord!
WHAT’S ON…
MOVE A wonderful experience for young people aged 14-18 years old to connect with other young people and deepen their faith and relationship with God. For more information contact Fr James O’Reilly, Email: j.oreilly@downandconnor.org Phone: 07496905262.
The Annual National Grandparents Pilgrimage
Celebrating the 6th World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly
All are welcome Sunday, 26th July 2026 Knock Shrine
Chief Celebrant: Archbishop Eamon Martin
Commencing at 2.30pm with the Anointing of the Sick
A day of grace and blessing for the whole family as we honour grandparents and the elderly. Please join us. Visit our website for resources: www.catholicgrandparentsassociation.org
LOUGH DERG THREE DAY PILGRIMAGE. Runs until 15th August. Booking at info@loughderg.org, or 00353719861518. www.loughderg.org.
Vacancy with Down & Connor Pastoral Ministry Co-ordinator (FIXED TERM CONTRACT FOR 9 MONTHS) We are seeking to recruit into a 9-month Fixed Term Contract role as Pastoral Ministry Co-Ordinator based within the Jesuit Centre at 193-195 Donegall Street, Belfast, BT1 2FL. Full details relating to the vacancy can be found on the Diocesan website, the Community NI website, and nijob.com Applications from anyone who feels they meet the criteria and are interested in playing an active role within the Diocese of Down and Connor Closing date for applications will be 12.00 noon on Monday 6 July 2026 Down and Connor Diocesan Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Abide in His Love Women’s Conference. The Great Northern Hotel, Bundoran, 20–22 November 2026. Join women from across Ireland for a faith-filled weekend with inspiring speakers including Sarah Swafford, Danielle Noonan, Fr Mark Wharton, Fr Barry Braum, Fr Oisín Martin, the Dominican Sisters of Nashville, Bishop Fintan Gavin, and more. A conference not to be missed! Register now: https://abideinhislove.eventbrite.com/
“Youth 2000 Summer Festival | 13th–16th August
Calling all young people aged 16–35! Join us at the Youth 2000 Summer Festival in Newbridge College, Co. Kildare. This is a donation-only event, with free buses available across the country and all meals included. Expect inspiring talks and workshops, Mass, music, prayer, and plenty of opportunities to chill out and meet other young Catholics. Whether you are new to the faith or looking to be refreshed, all are welcome.
To register or find out more, visit youth2000.ie or follow @Youth2000Ireland.”
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