{"id":6409,"date":"2026-05-15T08:56:36","date_gmt":"2026-05-15T08:56:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stagnesbelfast.com\/?p=6409"},"modified":"2026-05-15T09:49:54","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T09:49:54","slug":"st-agnes-parish-bulletin-17th-may-2026-feast-of-rhe-ascension","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stagnesbelfast.com\/?p=6409","title":{"rendered":"ST AGNES PARISH BULLETIN 17TH MAY 2026\/ THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD"},"content":{"rendered":"

PRAYER FOR MONTH OF MAY<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\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><\/h3>\n

PARISH NEWS…<\/span><\/h2>\n

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

Weekly Offertory: \u00a31827.00\u00a0 Monthly Collection \u00a3360. 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<\/span> www.stagnesbelfast.com<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/b>PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL<\/span><\/strong> Carole<\/span> O\u2019Hara from the Parish Pastoral Council will speak at all Masses this weekend to give an update on its progress and ongoing work.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

CONGRATULATIONS <\/span>to the P4 children of Holy Child Primary School, and to all who made their First Holy Communion this weekend. A big thank you to everyone who helped with the preparation. Please keep them in your prayers in the coming weeks and months<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

SUNFLOWER SUNDAY<\/span> <\/span>A limited number of Sunflower plants will be available at the 9.30am Children\u2019s Liturgy Mass next Sunday, 24th May.\u00a0 For over 20 years we have distributed these plants, all of which originated from a single flower given out at Children’s Liturgy in 2002.\u00a0 The Parish continues this tradition as a symbol of “Passing on the Faith”.\u00a0 Please keep us informed of how your plant grows and maybe send\u00a0 photographs to the Parish Office\u00a0 email address. The Parish thanks Fair Deal Garden Centre for generously supplying the pots for the distribution of the Sunflowers.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

PRAYER BEFORE AN EXAM\u00a0 <\/span>Loving God be with me now, as I prepare for my exams. Thank you for the many talents and gifts you have given me and for the opportunity of education. Calm my nerves and anxiety. Help me to remember all that I have studied, to express it clearly and to answer the questions the very best I can. Holy Spirit, sit with me in my exam and always.<\/span><\/strong> AMEN<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

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

\u00a0<\/b>Sat 16 (6.30pm):Rita Lyons, Sarah Mc Larnon, Jean & Hugh Madill, Mary, Paul snr, Paul jnr, Tony, Jim Eileen & Baby Joseph Zemrowsky, Les Bennett<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Sun 17(9.30am): Moya Gettings, Sarah ( Sally) Banks<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Sun 17 (12.30pm): Mary Muldoon, James Gerard Taylor, Adrian Caldwell, James Mc Keown<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Mon 18 (10am): Priest\u2019s intention<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Tues 19 (10am):\u00a0 NO MASS<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0Wed 20 (10am): Priest\u2019s intention<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Thurs 21 (10am): Priest\u2019s intention<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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

\u00a0Sat 23 (1pm): Priest\u2019s intention<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0In 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\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Month\u2019s Mind: Rita Lyons, Sarah (Sally) Banks, Mary Muldoon.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Anniversaries:\u00a0 Edward & Francis Smith, Mary Lynch, Nicole Ryan, James snr, James jnr & Mary Dobbin, Christopher Mc Fall, Sr. Regina Mc Cullagh,<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Michael Mc Cullagh<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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

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WHAT’S ON…<\/span><\/h2>\n

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

Walk in the footsteps of our Patron Saint on\u00a0 Saint Patrick’s Way Pilgrim.<\/strong> <\/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<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0www.saintpatrickcentre.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Black Mountain Family of Parishes \u2013 Pilgrimages 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

Glendalough<\/b> \u2013 7\u20139 September<\/b><\/span>
\n3-day pilgrimage with stay at Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort.<\/span>
\nMass, prayer, reflection & fellowship.<\/span><\/h4>\n

Single: \u00a3340 | Double\/Twin: \u00a3410<\/span>
\nBooking: Contact your local parish office or phone 02890 614567.<\/span>
\nCash payments only. Transport included.<\/span><\/h4>\n

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

HANNAHSTOWN CEMETERY<\/span> Sunday 31st May 3pm.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

ENCOUNTER WEEKEND DONEGAL Radisson Blu Hotel Letterkenny Fri 5 June: 6:00pm \u2013 10:30pm<\/span><\/strong>
\nSat 6 June: 9:00am \u2013 10:30pm Experience the presence of God through the Sacraments, worship, inspiring talks, healing, and fellowship. Be refreshed and empowered by the Holy Spirit.Speakers: Patrick Reis, Fr. Patrick Gonyeau. Book now at:<\/span><\/strong>
\nInfo: donegal@encounterschool.org<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Book now:<\/b> Bookings here<\/a>
\nInfo:<\/b> donegal@encounterschool.org<\/a><\/p>\n

SUMMER SINGING COURSE 6-10 July 2026 5-day singing course for young people who want to improve their singing voice and musical skills. For young people aged 8-18 Venue: St Paul’s Parish Centre, Belfast End of week showcase: St Peter’s Cathedral Optional extra sessions for singers studying GSCE and A Level Music. \u00a350 for 5-day course.\u00a0\u00a0 (Early Bird Discount! Book by May 30th\u00a0 \u00a330 for 5 day Course). For more information or to apply, please contact\u00a0cathedralmusic@downandconnor.org<\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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