{"id":5192,"date":"2023-10-20T10:33:35","date_gmt":"2023-10-20T10:33:35","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.stagnesbelfast.com\/?p=5192"},"modified":"2023-10-20T10:33:50","modified_gmt":"2023-10-20T10:33:50","slug":"st-agnes-parish-bulletin-22nd-october-2023-mission-sunday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stagnesbelfast.com\/?p=5192","title":{"rendered":"ST AGNES PARISH BULLETIN 22ND OCTOBER 2023… MISSION SUNDAY"},"content":{"rendered":"

MASS<\/mark> TIMES<\/mark><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Sunday: 9:30am & 12:30pm <\/strong><\/mark><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Daily:\u00a0<\/strong><\/mark> Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: 10:00am <\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Saturday: 1:00pm & 6:30pm Vigil<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

CONFESSIONS<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Saturday: 12noon-12.50pm & 5.45pm-6.15pm<\/strong><\/mark><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

BAPTISMS<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month at 1:30pm<\/mark><\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

To book a Baptism, please contact the Parish Office.<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

A Long Birth Certificate will be required.<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

WEDDINGS<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

To book a Wedding please contact the Sacristy or Parish Office.<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

At least three months notice is required.<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

DEVOTIONS<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Eucharistic Adoration<\/mark><\/strong>:<\/strong><\/mark> Saturdays 1:30pm-6:15pm<\/strong><\/mark><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Mother of Perpetual Help: Wednesdays at 10:00am Mass<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Padre Pio: 1st Saturday of the month at 1pm Mass <\/strong><\/mark><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Direction for our times: 7pm on the 1st Thursday of the month<\/strong><\/mark><\/p>\r\n

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PATHWAYS TO THE FUTURE<\/span>In 1959, Pope Saint John XXIII called for an ecumenical council with the purpose of bringing the Church \u201cup to date\u201d. The Council, Vatican II, concluded its work in 1965 having produced 16 documents, one of which was on the role and participation of the laity in the life of the Church. It said \u201cAs sharers in the role of Christ the Priest, the Prophet, and the King, the laity have an active part to play in the life and activity of the Church\u201d and that \u201cas far as possible, the laity ought to collaborate energetically in every apostolic and missionary undertaking sponsored by their local parish\u201d. It continues \u201cFor it is a duty and honour for Christians to return to God a part of the good things they receive from Him.\u201d (Decree on the Laity, Chapter III, section 10) There is a strong resonance in these statements with our Gospel passage today, where Jesus challenges us to give back \u201cto God what belongs to God\u201d. Through our baptism, we are citizens of God\u2019s Kingdom and we have been given the gifts of the Holy Spirit to serve our King and our fellow citizens. This is Mission Sunday, when we are called to give financial and spiritual support to our brothers and sisters overseas who share our faith, and to missionaries who spread the Good News and provide life-giving support to those in need. Our missionary duty is not, however, limited to one Sunday in the Church\u2019s year and to the work of others in distant lands only. Our missionary role continues day by day in our parishes and communities using the gifts that God has given us and that His spirit sustains in our service to others and working with our clergy.We find ourselves again at a moment of bringing the Church \u201cup to date\u201d. As we plan for the renewal of our Church in Down and Connor through Pathways to the Future, and as the Church worldwide journeys together in the Synod, let us ask ourselves what part we play in the life and activity of the Church. Today\u2019s Gospel challenges us to consider how we are paying our dues to our King in our daily lives and within our communities of faith. May the Holy Spirit guide and encourage us, and may God arm us \u201cthat men may know from the rising to the setting of the sun that, apart from Me, all is nothing\u201d (Isaiah 45:6)<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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\u00a0<\/b>Pathways to the Future Prayer <\/b><\/span><\/p>\r\n

God of Love, You are with us in every transition and change. As we enter into this new era with excitement and even some anxiety, we recall your deep compassion, presence, and abounding love. We thank you for the gifts, talents, and skills with which you have blessed us. We thank you for the work of others that gives breadth and depth to our own work. Be with us as we move forward, rejoicing with you and supporting one another. We ask this in your Holy Name. Amen. To find out more go to www.pathwaystothefuture.org<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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PARISH NEWS…<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

WEEKLY OFFERTORY PROMISE<\/span> <\/b>The collection amounted to \u00a31935.00. Thank you for your generous financial support. You can make your envelope contribution via the donate button on the Parish website home page also. www.stagnesbelfast.com<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Collection for World Missions will be taken up this Sunday<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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CONGRATULATIONS<\/b> <\/span>To Sean Mc Ilwee and Carole O\u2019 Hara who were commissioned as lay Funeral Ministers at a special ceremony on Sunday 15th October at\u00a0 the Mater Dei Chapel Living Church Premises on the Cliftonville Road<\/span><\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n

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November Dead Mass<\/span> The November Dead Mass will take place on Wednesday 8th November at 7pm. Parishioners who lost a loved one in the past year should be receiving a letter of invite in the post this week.. There is no need to reply, just turn up on the night to our remembrance Mass for your loved one. Everyone is welcome.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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ST AGNES\u2019 CHARISMATIC PRAYER GROUP.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Returning after a long absence due to Covid on\u00a0Monday 23 October 2023 @ 11am in St Agnes\u2019 Parish Centre. We will be meeting every two weeks on a Monday morning. What a way to start your week! Old and new members are welcome. We will be joined by members of St Michael\u2019s Prayer Group. Come Holy Spirit!<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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COMMUNITY SAFETY EVENT <\/b><\/span>As we are now entering the winter period with darker nights St Agnes\u2019 Seniors are having a free Community Safety Event on Thursday 26th October from 10.30am-12pm. Safety equipment and information available.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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DAY PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK <\/span>Thursday 2nd November on the Feast of All Souls. Bus departs from St Agnes\u2019 at 7.30am returning approx 10pm. Bring a packed lunch. Price \u00a322. For more information call Pat on 07946917354 0r Sonia on 07877537969.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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Papal Tweet<\/span>\u201cI am following apprehensively and sorrowfully what is happening in Israel. May the attacks and weaponry cease! And let it be understood that terrorism and war do not lead to any resolutions. War is a defeat! Let us pray together that there be peace in Israel and in Palestine\u201d.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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MASS INTENTIONS<\/b><\/span><\/p>\r\n

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OCTOBER<\/b><\/span><\/p>\r\n

Sat 21 (6.30pm):\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Maureen & David Phelan<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Sun 22(9.30am):\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Joseph Kemp, Sally Montgomery,<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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Sun 22(12.30pm): Priest\u2019s Intention<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Mon 23 (10am):\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Priest\u2019s intention<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Tue 24:\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 NO MASS<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Wed 25(10am):\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Fr Tom Woods<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Thurs 26 (10am):\u00a0\u00a0 Priest\u2019s intention<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Fri 27 (10am):\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Priest\u2019s intention\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Sat 28 (1pm):\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Priest\u2019s intention<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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REMEMBER IN PRAYER<\/b><\/span><\/p>\r\n

Recently Deceased: Margaret (Marie ) Gillen, John Sands<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Month\u2019s Mind: John Rooney<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Anniversaries: Rita Nellis, Damien, Brian, Philip, Michael &<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Richard Wilson, Rose Macklin & Marie Standen, Margaret Turley,<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Patrick O\u2019 Brien, Isobel Boyle, Jacinta, Patrick & Elizabeth O\u2019 Sullivan, Tom Mc Glinchey, Kathleen Drain, Keely-Ann Young<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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\u00a0Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord!<\/i><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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WHAT’S ON…<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

THE SEVEN JOYS OF MARY <\/b><\/span>Every Wednesday in October at 7pm St Oliver Plunkett Parish Hall The programme will provide an opportunity to reflect the Seven Joys of Mary and will conclude with a decade of the Scriptural Rosary. Please join us. Everyone welcome.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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TROCAIRE<\/span>is looking for people to join our team of Christmas fundraisers to help respond to the urgent need of poor communities around the world, including the millions of children and families caught in conflict across Ethiopia, South Sudan and Ukraine. You can take action and make a difference through a range of activities, including the promotion of our Gifts of Change \u2013 training and support will be provided. If you would like to find out more about what you can do to help now or over the Advent and Christmas period, then please email Mark McMahon at\u00a0infoni@trocaire.org<\/a>\u00a0or call 028 9080 8030.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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DRUMALIS RETREAT AND CONFERENCE CENTRE w<\/span><\/strong><\/span>ish to appoint a Director for Drumalis Retreat Centre. This will be on a fixed term contract for 3 years after which it will be reviewed. Salary \u00a345 – 50k depending on experience. Closing date for applications: 5pm 12th October 2023 For a Job Description, Person Specification and Application Form contact the Operations Manager: Sakina Lowe pltcpsisters@gmail.com or download from Website: http:\/\/www.drumalis.co.uk<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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Marriage Enrichment Weekend, 10 \u2013\u00a0<\/i>12 November 2023, Co. Kildare:<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0an opportunity to energise communication and romance in your marriage Visit:www.marriageencounter.ie\/marriage-encounter-weekend.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n

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OCTOBER, MISSION MONTH.<\/span> World Mission Sunday, 22 Oct: the Holy Father\u2019s annual appeal to support overseas mission. Learn more at www.missio.ie. OCTOBER, MISSION MONTH. World Mission Sunday, 22 Oct: the Holy Father\u2019s annual appeal to support overseas mission. Learn more at www.missio.ie.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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\u201cIt\u2019s Time\u201d Prayer Gathering Sunday 29th October at 3.00pm outside City Hall, Belfast. <\/strong><\/span>We at \u201cHealing the Land\u201d feel that we have been prompted by God to issue a call to the people throughout this land to gather, to pray with One Voice and to seek the intervention of Almighty God in the daily affairs and lives of the people. This we believe is a once in a lifetime opportunity for everyone, young and old to stand together, shoulder to shoulder and call on the Name of the Lord<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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Parent Evening for bereaved parents<\/span> on Wednesday 25th October at 7:15pm in the The Armagh City Hotel, Armagh. This event is free and open to all bereaved parents regardless of the age your child died, the circumstances of their death, or whether their death was recent or not. We also offer an online support service. Contact us on info@anamcara.ie or 028 95213120 for any queries.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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\u00a0<\/b>Pathways to the Future Prayer <\/b><\/span><\/p>\r\n

God of Love, You are with us in every transition and change. As we enter into this new era with excitement and even some anxiety, we recall your deep compassion, presence, and abounding love. We thank you for the gifts, talents, and skills with which you have blessed us. We thank you for the work of others that gives breadth and depth to our own work. Be with us as we move forward, rejoicing with you and supporting one another. We ask this in your Holy Name. Amen. To find out more go to www.pathwaystothefuture.org<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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