ST AGNES PARISH BULLETIN 2ND AUG 2026

PARISH NEWS…

WEEKLY OFFERTORY Weekly Offertory: £1495.00 Thank you to all our parishioners for your generosity and continued loyalty to St Agnes’ parish. You can make your envelope contribution via the donate button on the Parish website home  page also at   www.stagnesbelfast.com

 PARISH BULLETIN
There will be no Parish Bulletin on the weekends of 8th/9th August and 15th/16th  August. The Parish Bulletin will resume on the weekend of 22nd/23rd August. The

Missalette will be available throughout this period.

FEAST OF THE ASSUMPTION A Vigil Mass for the Feast of the Assumption will be celebrated on Friday 14th August at 7.00pm, with Mass on the Feast Day at 1.00pm on Saturday 15th August.

24 Hours of Eucharistic Adoration – Feast of the Assumption To honour the Feast of the Assumption of Our Lady, the Legion of Mary is organising 24 Hours of Eucharistic Adoration in St Agnes’ Church. Adoration will begin following the 7.00pm Vigil Mass on Friday, 14th August, and will continue throughout the night and the following day, concluding before the 6.30pm Vigil Mass on Saturday, 15th August .St Theresa of Calcutta described time spent with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament as “the best time you will spend on earth.” Everyone is warmly invited to come, spend some time in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament, and give thanks to Our Lady and her Son, Jesus.

 

MASS INTENTIONS

Sat 01(6.30pm): Benny Brennan, Tom Woodhouse & Family deceased, Kieran Doherty,  Maureen Pettigrew & Ken Meegan                                          

Sun 02 (9.30am): Priest’s  intention

Sun 02(12.30pm): Alex Mc Laren, Maire O’ Hare, Stephen Kayes, Michael & Christina Duffin, Michael O’ Malley

Mon 03(10am):  Priest’s intention

Tues 04 (10am):  NO MASS

Wed 05 (10am):  Priest’s intention

Thurs 06 (10am): Priest’s intention      

Fri  07 ( 10am):  Priest’s intention

Sat  08  (1pm):   Priest’s intention

 

 

REMEMBER IN PRAYER    

 Months Mind: Benny Brennan

Anniversaries: Charlie Monaghan, Mc Veigh Family Deceased, Eamon Mulvenna, Una O’ Neill, Ann Christian, Geraldine Robinson,

Peter Cassidy, Dominic Murray, Sean Sinclair

Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord!

 

WHAT’S ON…

FLEADH CHEOIL NA hÉIREANN. Coming to Belfast this weekend until 9th August 2026. The city will be welcoming many visitors to this event. For a full

 programme of events, visit fleadhcheoil.ie.  As part of the festivities, Mass will be celebrated in Irish by Bishop Alan McGuckin, in St Patrick’s church on Sunday 9th at 11am. All welcome.

Andersonstown Group of Alcoholics Anonymous will hold an Open Public Meeting for all those interested in the problem of alcoholism. Venue: St Agnes Parish Hall (behind church) Date: Monday 3 August 2026 Time 8:00-9:30pm Scheduled speakers include AA members who will share their experience of alcoholism and of their recovery through Alcoholics Anonymous. A speaker from the medical profession will speak on their interaction with AA and a speaker from Al Anon, a fellowship for families and friends who are affected by a loved one’s drinking.

Fuaimlaoi in Concert
Thursday 6th August, 7.00pm
St Peter’s Cathedral Enjoy an evening of beautiful Irish sacred music and traditional song with Fuaimlaoi, featuring music by Ronan McDonagh. Tickets: £5.50 – Book online at: https://fleadhfringe.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173683951 Don’t miss this special concert in the beautiful surroundings of St Peter’s Cathedral.

Féile Guided Tours of St Peter’s Cathedral Celebrate the Cathedral’s 160th anniversary with a special guided tour led by Stevie Corr. Explore the Cathedral’s rich history, including the Chapel of the Resurrection, where three Bishops of Down and Connor are laid to rest, the Sanctuary, and the Aumbry, with fascinating stories from its past.

-Tours:
3–6 August at 3.00pm daily

Tickets: £5 per person (payable at the door – exact cash please).

Come and discover the history and heritage of one of Belfast’s most treasured landmarks.

 

LOUGH DERG – AUGUST & SEPTEMBER 2026A pilgrimage has a vital part to play in our life of faith, for it removes us from our daily routines and gives us time and space to encounter God more deeply.– Pope Leo XIV

Three Day Pilgrimages
Begin on any day of the week until Thursday 13th August.
Admission: €85. Discounts available for Groups, Seniors and Students.

One Day Retreats
Guided Days of Prayer and Reflection on 18th, 22nd, 23rd, 29th & 31st August and 5th, 6th, 9th, 12th, 15th, 19th & 20th September.
Admission: €50. Group discounts available. Advance booking essential.

Special Themed Retreats: St Peregrine (23 Aug), Pioneer Pilgrimage (5 Sept), St Carlos Acutis (6 Sept), Vocations Monstrance (9 & 12 Sept) and Divine Mercy Pilgrimage (19 Sept).

Heritage Day Tours – Thursday 20th August at 11.00am & 2.30pm. Guided boat trip, tour of Station Island and refreshments. Admission: €15. Advance booking essential.

Lakeshore Pilgrim Path Pilgrimage – Sunday 30th August. Fully guided 8km or 12km routes with Outdoor Mass (weather permitting). Admission: €25. Advance booking essential.

New for 2026: Overnight accommodation is available on Station Island before beginning a Retreat or Pilgrimage. Website: www.loughderg.org
Email: info@loughderg.org
Tel: 071 986 1518

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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