{"id":6393,"date":"2026-05-08T08:13:57","date_gmt":"2026-05-08T08:13:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stagnesbelfast.com\/?p=6393"},"modified":"2026-05-08T10:38:58","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T10:38:58","slug":"st-agnes-parish-bulletin-10th-may-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stagnesbelfast.com\/?p=6393","title":{"rendered":"ST AGNES PARISH BULLETIN 10TH MAY 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

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PRAYER FOR MONTH OF MAY<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary,<\/span><\/strong>
\nthat never was it known <\/span><\/strong>
\nthat anyone who fled to thy protection, <\/span><\/strong>
\nimplored thy help, <\/span><\/strong>
\nor sought thy intercession, <\/span><\/strong>
\nwas left unaided. <\/span><\/strong>
\nInspired by this confidence <\/span><\/strong>
\nI fly unto thee, <\/span><\/strong>
\nO Virgin of virgins, my Mother. <\/span><\/strong>
\nTo thee do I come, <\/span><\/strong>
\nbefore thee I stand, <\/span><\/strong>
\nsinful and sorrowful. <\/span><\/strong>
\nO Mother of the Word Incarnate,<\/span><\/strong>
\ndespise not my petitions, <\/span><\/strong>
\nbut in thy mercy hear and answer me. <\/span><\/strong>
\nAmen<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

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PARISH NEWS…<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

WEEKLY OFFERTORY & COLLECTIONS<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Weekly Offertory:<\/span> \u00a31705.00<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Tr\u00f3caire Total : <\/span>\u00a314,542.00 Thank you to all our parishioners for your generosity and continued loyalty to St Agnes\u2019 parish. You can make your envelope contribution via the donate button on the Parish website home\u00a0 page also at www.stagnesbelfast.com<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL<\/span> Carol O\u2019Hara from the Parish Pastoral Council will speak at all Masses next weekend to give an update on its progress and ongoing work.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

PARISH CENSUS <\/span>the Parish Census will take place this weekend\u00a0 9th & 10th May. As part of the Annual Parish Census, you will be asked to select a BLUE (male) or RED (female) token and place it in a basket relevant to your age. Volunteers will be on hand to assist and direct you should you need any help. This information will only be shared with Down & Connor. We would really appreciate your participation in the parish census, as this information is invaluable to the parish. Many thanks.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

First Holy Communion<\/span> will be celebrated next Saturday 16th May @11am. Due to the First Holy Communion there will be no 1pm Mass and confessions. Confessions will be as normal at 5.45-6.15pm.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

FUNDING SUPPORT NEEDED FOR ST AGNES SENIORS <\/span>St Agnes Seniors have applied for a small grant from Bank of Ideas to help fund an intergenerational talent and storytelling event this June. To secure this funding, they need as many votes as possible from the community. How to vote:<\/span><\/strong>
\n\u00a0In person: Visit City Hall this Sunday between 2pm\u20135pm and cast your vote.<\/span><\/strong>
\n\u00a0Online: Vote on Monday 11th May between 9am\u201312pm at: https:\/\/www.belfastcity.gov.uk\/culturefunding<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Every vote counts, so please support this wonderful local group and help make this event happen!<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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MASS INTENTIONS<\/span><\/h2>\n

\u00a0<\/span>Sat 09 (6.30pm): Paul Bennett, Edward & Francis Smith<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n

Sun 10 (9.30am): Priest\u2019s intention<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Sun 10 (12.30pm): Mary Lynch, Nicole Ryan<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Mon 11 (10am): Priest\u2019s intention<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Tues 12 (10am):\u00a0 NO MASS<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>Wed 13 (10am): Priest\u2019s intention<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Thurs 14 (10am): James snr, James jnr & Mary Dobbin<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Fri 15 ( 10am): Priest\u2019s intention<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>Sat 16 (11am): First Holy Communion. <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

NO 1PM MASS<\/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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REMEMBER IN PRAYER<\/span><\/h2>\n

Recently Deceased: \u00a0\u00a0Sean Clinton RIP<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Anniversaries:\u00a0 Intentions of the Mc Grillen family, <\/span><\/strong>Kevin Taylor, Theresa & James Coey, Molly Mc Arevey, <\/span><\/strong>Cecilia McAuley.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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

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WHAT’S ON…<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

ALL IRELAND ROSARY RALLY<\/span> On Sat May 16th, 2026 you are invited to stand as a public witness of our faith. Simply gather friends and family and neighbours to pray the Rosary in a public square. You don\u2019t need a massive crowd to make an impact. As our Lord promised: \u201cWhere two or more are gathered in my name I am there among them\u201d. At St. Oliver Plunkett Church Carpark, Glenveigh Drive, Lenadoon, Belfast at 4pm\u2013 Please join us.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0MILLTOWN CEMETERY BLESSING OF THE GRAVES.<\/span> Sunday 10 May at 3pm.\u00a0 CITY CEMETERY BLESSING OF THE GRAVES.\u00a0 Sunday 17 May at 3pm.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

ANNUAL NOVENA TO OUR MOTHER OF PERPETUAL HELP<\/span> \u201cLiving our Baptism today\u201d ST GERARD\u2019S PARISH CHURCH, 722 ANTRIM ROAD MONDAY 11th to TUESDAY 19th MAY 2026 Monday to Friday 9.30am and 7.30pm Saturday 9.30am and 6.30pm Sunday 10.30am and 7.30pm. St Gerard\u2019s Parish warmly invite you to participate in our Annual Novena in honour of Our Mother of Perpetual Help. EVERYONE IS WELCOME!<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Bishop Alan McGuckian SJ and Jim Deeds will lead the Three-Day Pilgrimage to Lough Derg. Date: 19th<\/sup>\u00a0\u2013 21st<\/sup>\u00a0June 2026. The bus will depart from St Patrick\u2019s Church Donegall Street. Cost \u00a3100. Places are limited early booking advised. To book contact Claire on 028 90690920 or email:\u00a0pathwaystothefuture@downandconnor.org<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Walk in the footsteps of our Patron Saint on\u00a0 Saint Patrick’s Way Pilgrim.<\/span> 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\u00b0 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\u2019s grave. Come and Be Amazed! (Duration 9am-approx 3pm, all for just\u00a0\u00a355) To book ring 02844 619000\u00a0 or go to\u00a0website\u00a0\u00a0www.saintpatrickcentre.com<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Black Mountain Family of Parishes<\/span><\/h3>\n

\u00a0Pilgrimages 2026<\/span><\/h3>\n

Knock Shrine \u2013 20\u201321 May<\/span><\/strong>
\nDepart 9:30am from St Joseph\u2019s Church,\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hannahstown.<\/span><\/strong>
\n1 night at Knock House Hotel.<\/span><\/strong>
\n\u00a3155 per person (includes B&B, evening meal, light lunch & tea).<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

closing date Monday 11th\u00a0 May 2026<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Shrines of St Brigid & St Oliver Plunkett \u2013 10\u201313 June<\/span><\/strong>
\nDepart 9:30am from St Joseph\u2019s Church, Hannahstown Hill.<\/span><\/strong>
\nStay at Ballymascanlon Hotel (B&B + 2 dinners).<\/span><\/strong>
\nTransport: \u00a315 per person.<\/span><\/strong>
\nSingle \u20ac430 | Double \u20ac570 | Twin \u20ac610.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Booking: Contact your local parish office. Or phone 02890 614567<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0Further details provided on booking<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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