{"id":1820,"date":"2020-10-02T10:43:20","date_gmt":"2020-10-02T10:43:20","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.stagnesbelfast.com\/?p=1820"},"modified":"2020-10-02T11:13:32","modified_gmt":"2020-10-02T11:13:32","slug":"st-agnes-parish-bulletin-4th-october-2020","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stagnesbelfast.com\/?p=1820","title":{"rendered":"St Agnes Parish Bulletin 4th October 2020"},"content":{"rendered":"

Creation<\/span><\/h2>\n

Today marks the end of the Season of Creation, a time to remember that we are protectors of this earth and have been given responsibility to care for it, not to plunder and destroy it. The parable told in the Gospel today also speaks to this as we hear that the workers of the vineyard have lost sight of their original agreement with the owner and, consumed by greed, have lost their way.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Today is also the feast of St Francis of Assisi. He experienced all of God\u2019s creation as family: \u2018Brother Sun, Sister Moon, Brother Wind, Sister Water\u2019<\/em>. He was a mystic and a pilgrim who saw how intimately connected everything in this world really is. The COVID 19 crisis has reminded all of us of this deep interconnection; what happens in one part of the world affects us all as we share one common humanity and live together on a common home.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 During the days of lockdown many of us became more aware of simple things like birdsong, trees, flowers, the earth resting. Pope Francis says that this deeper awareness, \u2018takes us to the heart of what it is to be human<\/em>\u2019 and gives us an opportunity to regain a sense of awe and wonder for creation. \u2018Just as happens when we fall in love with someone, whenever St Francis would gaze at the sun, the moon or the smallest of animals, he burst into song.<\/em>\u2019 (Laudato Si\u2019<\/em>, 11). The roots of the environmental crisis are deeply spiritual. As we bring this Season of Creation to a close, let it be a spring-board into contemplation and action where our relationship with God\u2019s creation is concerned. This is an urgent call. And one which faith communities have a responsibility to respond to. \u2018Truly much can be done!\u2019 (Laudato Si\u2019<\/em>, 180).<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Parish News…<\/span><\/h1>\n

COLLECTIONS<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>Sunday 27th September weekly collection came to \u00a31145.00 Thank you for your generosity. You can also donate via the Parish website. Click Donate on the Home Page.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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PARISH OFFICE\u00a0W<\/span><\/b><\/span>ish to advise parishioners that where possible, we will ask you not to enter the parish house\/office to protect us and you. If you do need to enter the parish Office, we will ask you to please wear a mask and you will also need to sign in and leave your details for track and tracing purposes. This also applies for those entering the Church.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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FUNERALS<\/span>\u00a0It is known that large gatherings of people, especially at funerals, greatly increase the chances of cross-infection. We stress again the need to be extremely cautious, adhering to the instructions around numbers, social distancing, hand sanitising and the wearing of face masks. It is imperative that we all follow these rules, in order to keep everyone safe, especially the most vulnerable among us.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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FACE COVERINGS IN CHURCHES\u00a0<\/strong><\/span>All Church leaders, are recommending and encouraging the use of face coverings at all Masses and other liturgical celebrations, along with the ongoing maintenance of 2 metre physical distancing\u2026\u2026 \u2026\u2026.. It should however be noted that some people are exempt from the wearing of face coverings, as outlined in public health agency guidance: https:\/\/www.nidirect.gov.uk\/articles\/coronavirus-covid-19-facecoverings It has become increasingly clear that the wearing of face coverings, in conjunction with hand washing etc, is likely to reduce the spread of Coronavirus, thus helping to protect others. The use of face coverings is therefore one way in which we can evidence protection for the most vulnerable, support for our health workers and practical love for our neighbour.\u00a0 We would ask that all those attending St. Agnes’ to please wear masks\/facecoverings.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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PARISH BULLETIN\u00a0<\/span>Our parish bulletin cannot be printed and given out yet but we have started to produce one that will be on the website weekly. There will also be a copy on the notice board in the porch<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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LOST PROPERTY<\/span>\u00a0Parishioners are advised that property left behind in the Church ( Gloves, Glasses, Umbrellas etc) will be kept in the Sacristy for two weeks. After the two week period any unclaimed items will be sensibly disposed of, either to a Charity or recycled. Please check within this period if you think you may have left\/ lost anything in the Church. Thankyou<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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CONGRATULATIONS<\/span> To all the boys and Girls from Holy Child P.S on making their First Holy Communion this weekend here in St Agnes\u2019. Please keep the children in your prayers.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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PRAYER INTENTIONS:<\/span>\u00a0We extend our sympathies to the families of those who died recently and those whose month\u2019s mind and anniversary occur at this time.<\/span><\/h3>\n

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Sat: Vigil 6.30pm:<\/span>\u00a0Anne Grehan, John Mc Caughey, Josie Mc Carron<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Sun: 9.30am: <\/span>Priest’s\u00a0 intention<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

12.30pm:\u00a0Patrick Agnew<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Mon: 10am:<\/span>\u00a0\u00a0Funeral<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Tue: 10am: No Mass<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Wed: 10am:<\/span>\u00a0Jean Mc Givern<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Thurs:10am:<\/span>\u00a0Isobel, Joe & Aidan Mc Cartney, Geroge & Kathleen Duffy<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Fri: 10am:<\/span>\u00a0Josephine Anderson<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Sat: 1pm:<\/span>\u00a0Margaret Dunne<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

In the event of a funeral, the assigned intention will be offered privately by the priest at his first available mass.<\/i><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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RecentlyDeceased:\u00a0<\/span>Michael Murray, Kathleen Fegan, Theresa Brannigan<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Those whose anniversaries occur at this time:\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0Susan Mohan, Tony Devlin, Maureen Mc Court<\/span><\/strong>,\u00a0Ellen Rouse, Brian McLarnon,\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/strong><\/span>Jim & Bridie Nulty, Pat O’ Hara, Maureen Mc Court, Margaret Mc Mullan & Mc Mullan family, Martin & Harry Sergeant, Edward Mc Keown<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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WORLD MISSION SUNDAY<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>This is our chance to show love and solidarity to our global Church family. Through our prayers, we support missionaries everywhere in spreading the Good News and by donating we respond to Christ\u2019s call to feed the hungry and clothe the naked. www.wmi\/wms.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0World Mission Sunday will take place over the weekend of the 18th October. Worryingly, it is in jeopardy. The pandemic will mean fewer offerings for this vital collection. The implications for overseas missionaries and communities in the months ahead will be devastating.\u00a0Please, if you are in a position to help, Support overseas Missionaries.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Safeguarding Sunday<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>This year, as Bishop of the Diocese, I have designated Sunday 25 th October as \u2018Safeguarding\u00a0Sunday\u2019. This will be an opportunity for all the parishes to pray together and acknowledge\u00a0the dedication of hundreds of Volunteers in our parishes who serve in the ministry of\u00a0Safeguarding across the Diocese. During the celebration of the Sunday liturgy we will also\u00a0renew our commitment to the pastoral care of victims of abuse of every kind as well as\u00a0young people and adults in our parishes. On Sunday 25 th October, 7pm, parishioners are\u00a0invited to join online the celebration of Evening Prayer, led by Bishop Noel Treanor, from St.\u00a0Peter\u2019s Cathedral, Belfast. To join, kindly follow the links to the Cathedral webcam:\u00a0http:\/\/www.churchservices.tv\/stpeterscathedral\u00a0Liturgical resources for use at Masses on 24\/25 th October will be made available in due\u00a0course.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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DAY FOR LIFE (Today, 04th October)<\/span>\u00a0Pledge \u2013 \u201cAs a Catholic, I promise to foster a culture of welcome and acceptance of new life. I will pray and work for better legal protection for pregnant women and the child in the womb\u201d. \u201cHope in Him, hold firm and take heart\u201d. Psalm 27<\/span><\/strong>
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