{"id":5259,"date":"2023-11-17T10:57:23","date_gmt":"2023-11-17T10:57:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stagnesbelfast.com\/?p=5259"},"modified":"2023-11-17T10:58:24","modified_gmt":"2023-11-17T10:58:24","slug":"st-agnes-parish-bulletin-19th-november-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stagnesbelfast.com\/?p=5259","title":{"rendered":"ST AGNES’ PARISH BULLETIN 19TH NOVEMBER 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"

PATHWAYS TO THE FUTURE<\/b> <\/span>A talent was a huge sum of money, thought to equate to the pay for 15 to 20 years\u2019 of work. The Master in today\u2019s Gospel reading has, therefore, placed great trust in his servants, giving them stewardship of such vast riches. God, Our Father, has placed the same trust in each one of us. At our baptism, He gave each one of us a unique set of gifts and charisms, \u201ceach in proportion to [our] ability\u201d. We received this lifetime of riches to equip us to continue God\u2019s work on earth, to build His Kingdom, to scatter on His behalf and to yield fruit for His harvest. Our lives as baptized Catholics are lives of service and mission, in our homes, our schools, our workplaces, and our parishes. We are called to use the baptismal gifts we have received, the talents we have been trusted to grow, in the service of God, the people we encounter in our daily lives, and the communities within which we live, work and study. Our faith is not passive or individual to us. Our faith is active and to be shared and grown. God is calling each one of us to renew His Church in Down and Connor using the talents He has entrusted us with. How will you use yours?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u201cGive her a share in what her hands have worked for, and let her works tell her praises at the city gates.<\/i><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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PARISH NEWS<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

WEEKLY OFFERTORY PROMISE<\/span> <\/b>The collection amounted to \u00a31530.00 \u00a0Thank 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<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

November Remembrance lists <\/span>Are now available at front and side entrances of Church. Please post completed lists into post box located right hand side of Our Lady of Fatima Shrine.\u00a0Thank you.<\/i><\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n

SVP <\/span>Christmas cards now on sale from the Sacristy priced\u00a0 \u00a34 for a pack of 10.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

TROCAIRE GIFTS\u00a0<\/span> <\/b>Tr\u00f3caire gifts at Christmas will now be known as \u201cGifts of Change\u201d\u00a0 are now on sale from the Sacristy.<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

Bulletin Notices and Anniversaries <\/span>Bulletin Notices should be with the Parish Office by 12 noon on Thursday to be included in the weekend bulletin.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

WEBCAM<\/span><\/strong> Live streaming of all Masses takes place in St Agnes\u2019. Click on the Live Webcam<\/i> button on the Home page of the Parish website www.stagnesbelfast.com<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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

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Sat 18 (6.30pm):\u00a0\u00a0 John Sands, Geraldine Dunlop,<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Sun 19(9.30am):\u00a0 \u00a0Brigid Mc Evoy<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Sun 19(12.30pm): John O\u2019 Rawe, Bill Cinnamond,<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Mon 20(10am):\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Larry & Rose Mc Cahey<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Tue 21:\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0NO MASS\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Wed 22(10am):\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Priest\u2019s intention<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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

Fri 24(10am):\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Priest\u2019s intention\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Sat 25(1pm):\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bridget & Bernard O\u2019 Kane & son Barney<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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

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Recently Deceased:<\/span> Margaret Mc Garrity,\u00a0 Mairead Donaghy, <\/span><\/strong>John Lavery RIP<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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

Anniversaries:<\/strong> <\/span>Marie Barr, Dolores Webb, Dominic Webb, Bobby Hagan, Deceased members of The Legion of Mary,\u00a0 Kay Dunlop, Harry Bleakley, Brigid Mc Evoy, Margaret ( Peggy) Hammond,\u00a0 Kathleen Reynolds, Brendan Ryan, Patrick & Jean Dunlop.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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

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ACTIVITIES & EVENTS<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF MASS FOR THE DECEASED TEACHERS OF THE DIOCESE OF DOWN AND CONNOR<\/span><\/strong> Tuesday 21st November 2023 at 7.30pm All Saints\u2019 Church, Broughshane Road, Ballymena (Refreshments afterwards in the Parish Centre) AND Thursday 23rd November 2023 at 7.30pm Good Shepherd Church, Ormeau Road, Belfast (Refreshments afterwards in the Parish Centre) ANYONE WHO WISHES TO JOIN IN ONLINE CAN DO SO VIA THE PARISH WEBCAM<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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2024 Pioneer Calendar <\/span>The 2024 Pioneer calendar is available from Pioneer centres and from Central Office (01 805 4226). The calendar is designed to offer spiritual support to families which are being impacted by alcohol and addiction. The calendar is priced at \u20ac5. Further information from www.pioneerassociation.org\/calendar.\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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ACCORD <\/b><\/span>Would You Like to Become a Marriage and Relationship Counsellor with Accord Ni? Accord is seeking applications for a 2- year part-time Certificate in Counselling. You will need weekend availability for our funded residential training courses in Crossgar, Co. Down and a commitment to complete the course over 2 years, beginning in April 2024. Course fees will be funded and placement will be provided by Accord NI. The closing date for receipt of applications is 20th December 2023. If you would like further information, please contact Brenda at 02890233002 or info@accordni.co.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Deceased Clergy & Religious Annual Mass <\/span>f<\/span><\/strong>or Deceased Clergy and Religious who have died in this past year (1st November 2022 – 31st October 2023). Tuesday 28th November 2023 – St Peter’s Cathedral (Belfast) 7:30 pm The Mass will also be broadcast online at http:\/\/www.churchservices.tv\/stpeterscathedral Parishioners, Clergy and Religious from throughout the Diocese are invited to join the families of the deceased to offer Mass together with our Bishop.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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KNOCK ALL NIGHT VIGIL <\/b><\/span>New departure from Clonard Monastery only at 1.30pm . Thursday 7th December returning to Belfast Friday 8th December at Noon. Price \u00a360. This includes Dinner and Breakfast. To book phone Brendan on 02890 665211 between 9am & 5pm Monday\u2014Friday. . Vigil Starts at 11pm and consist of the Rosary, Stations of the cross, Benediction and finishes with Mass @ 4pm.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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\u201cAdvent to Christmas\u201d Afternoon of Reflection with Fr Perry Gildea cm<\/span>
\n<\/b>Drumalis Retreat and Conference Centre, Larne – Saturday, 2 December from 2 pm – 5 pm Fr Perry will lead a gentle afternoon of reflection as we begin the Advent journey, concluding with celebration of the Vigil Mass of the First Sunday of Advent.\u00a0 The afternoon is free of charge though donations are welcome. Pre-booking is essential.\u00a0 To book a place, please contact Drumalis by phone 028 2827 2196\/2827 6455 or by email\u00a0\u00a0drumalis@btconnect.com<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Irish Men\u2019s Rosary<\/span> <\/b>Saturday 2nd December at 1pm Castle Junction (opposite Primark)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Housekeeper Vacancy<\/span><\/strong> in St Teresa\u2019s Glen Road 12 hour week position – Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 0930 – 1.30. please visit downandconnor.org<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0DETAILS BELOW<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

VACANCY<\/span><\/strong>
\nDOWN and CONNOR DIOCESAN TRUST.\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>
\nST TERESA OF AVILA PARISH<\/span><\/strong>
\nHOUSEKEEPER<\/span><\/strong>
\nA vacancy has arisen for a Housekeeper within the parish of St Teresa of Avila, 135 Glen<\/span><\/strong>
\nRoad, Belfast, BT11 8BL.<\/span><\/strong>
\nThe post holder will be required to:<\/span><\/strong>
\n\u2756 provide a reliable and efficient cleaning service to the Parish Priest whilst<\/span><\/strong>
\nensuring a pleasant, welcoming, and clean Presbytery for the members of the<\/span><\/strong>
\nteam, volunteers, and parish visitors.<\/span><\/strong>
\nThe terms are based on a permanent appointment requiring 12 hours per week,<\/span><\/strong>
\n9.30am \u2013 1.30pm each Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday.<\/span><\/strong>
\nRate of Pay – \u00a310.42 gross per hour.<\/span><\/strong>
\nFull details relating to the vacancy can be found on the Diocesan website at:<\/span><\/strong>
\nhttp:\/\/www.downandconnor.org clicking on the tab: JOB VACANCIES and on the<\/span><\/strong>
\nCommunity NI website, where terms and conditions relating to the role can also be<\/span><\/strong>
\naccessed by way of a Role Profile and Employment Application form. Application<\/span><\/strong>
\npacks can also be obtained from the Parish Office.<\/span><\/strong>
\nWe welcome applications from anyone who feels they meet the criteria and are<\/span><\/strong>
\ninterested in playing an active part in the Parish.<\/span><\/strong>
\nClosing date for applications will be 12.00 noon on Tuesday 28th November 2023<\/span><\/strong>
\nDown and Connor Diocesan Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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