Sunday, 3rd October, 2010

27th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Day for Life 2010

First Reading: Habakkuk 1: 2-3; 2: 2-4
Write the vision down – inscribe it on tablets.

Second Reading: 2 Timothy 1: 6-8, 13-14
God’s gift was not a spirit of timidity.

Gospel: Luke 17: 5-10
The Lord increases our faith, so that our lives may be at the free service of God and of neighbour.

MASSES

Monday : 7.30 pm Tuesday : 10.00 am
Wednesday : 7.30 pm Thursday : 10.00 am
Friday : 10.00 am
Saturday : 10.00 am and Vigil : 7.00 pm
Sunday : 10.45 am

Confessions: Saturday after 10.00 am Mass and 6.00 pm - 7.00 pm

Sunday Collection:

£ 1,191 and € 108 - Thank you for your generosity

Eucharistic Ministers for October - 9th & 10th
Vigil : Mary Gallen, Avril Campbell, Margaret Cassidy, Patricia McGlynn
10.45 : Bridget Barrett, Kathleen Lynch, Maureen Lynch, Annette McAleer

Offertory Procession for October
Vigil: Eamon and Mary Coyle
10.45 : Vincent and Kathleen Duggan

Readers for October: Vigil: Francesca McGettigan 10.45: Philomena Doherty

CHURCH CLEANERS THIS WEEK - Kathleen Arkinson, Mary McGlinchey, Margaret Gillespie, Rose McNulty, Ellen Sweeney, Kathleen Duggan

MARRIAGE PREPARATION ACCORD COURSES 2010 - 2011
2010 - October 15th & 16th - November 12th & 13th - December 3rd & 4th
2011 - January 14th & 15th - February 11th & 12th - March 11th & 12th - April 8th & 9th - May 13th & 14th - June 10th & 11th. Application forms available from your parish priest or apply to The Secretary, Accord, Mount St Columba Pastoral Centre, 48 Brook Street, Omagh, BT78 5HD - Tel : 028 82242439 or email : accordomagh@btopenworld.com - Courses are limited to 15 couples. It is advisable to take part in the course 6 months before your wedding

KNOCK MARRIAGE INTRODUCTIONS BUREAU - The aim of the Bureau is to introduce people considering marriage to a suitable marriage partner. Over 800 marriages have taken place as a result of these introductions. If you are searching for a suitable partner, why not consider applying? For further information contact : 094-9375960 or visit our website at www.knockmarriagebureau.com

BINGO : will begin in St Patrick’s Hall on Tuesday 5th October at 9.00 pm. Please come out and support your local Bingo - if numbers are not viable it will not be possible to keep it running

SUNDAY 3RD OCTOBER 2010 - Annual Exposition of Blessed Sacrament from 11.30 am - 6 pm. Holy Hour 6 - 7 pm

MISSION SUNDAY - 24TH OCTOBER 2010 - Theme : Together in Mission
The work of the Pontifical Mission Societies, continues to bring the prayers, solidarity and financial help of the Church in Ireland to Christian communities in other parts of the world, especially those in greatest need.

As many as 1096 dioceses in mission territories are heavily dependent upon the Mission Sunday Collection. The money raised is used in its entirety through the Universal Solidarity Fund to the poorest and neediest missions.

PREPARING FOR MARRIAGE? Engaged Encounter is a meaningful and special programme designed for couples preparing for marriage. It specifically focuses on enriching communication in all aspects of their relationship. The next weekend will take place 16-17th October 2010 in Dromantine Conference Centre, Newry. Phone 028 79300340 or visit www.marriageencounter.ie

APOSTOLIC WORK: Members of Apostolic Work wish to thank you for your generous response to our Honorary Membership envelope collection. The amount raised from the parish totalled £1,135 and €45. Mass will be offered for Honorary members living and deceased on Monday 4th October in St Patrick’s church at 7.30 pm

BORDER ARTS 2000 - C.L.A.S.S. Community Learning and Social Skills OCN Level 2 - 14-18 years

FREE - Weeks (2 hours per week) - Diversity Workshops OCN Level 2 - 14 -18 years Free - 5 Weeks (2 hours per week) - Peace & Reconciliation Workshops Ages 8 - 14 years FREE - All great for your CVs also Jewellery, Singing, Music/Rock Group, Street Dance and Hip Hop, First Aid and Cooking Workshops 8-11 and 13-25 years

If you are interested in learning guitar, accordion, tin whistle, banjo or fiddle - tuition classes are starting soon. Places are limited so it is essential to book early. Tel 816 70636

DUBLIN CITY MARATHON - Monday 25th October 2010 - Pat O’Loughlin is planning to run his 31st successive marathon for MS Research at Walton Research Hospital in Liverpool

ST VINCENT DE PAUL - HELPLINE NUMBER : 028 71384488

Castlederg Marie Curie Support Group - Annual Sponsored Walk Sunday 3rd October. Registration from 2.30pm walk will commence at 3pm sharp from St. Patrick’s Church Car Park. For sponsor sheets contact Charlene: 07841053363 or Sheena (Western Fundraising Manager): 82245111 or alternatively give a donation on a day.

HISTORY BOOK - Canon Harry Trimble and Councillor Jim Emery are working on their third book about history events and stories on Castlederg and wider district. They ask clubs, community groups, schools and anyone with older photographs, events and stories they wish to be considered for inclusion to get in touch with them. All material submitted for consideration will be returned

Floral Art Demonstration: entitled Harvest Glory in the Inishowen Gateway Hotel Buncrana on Friday 8th October at 7.30pm admission £10 proceeds in aid of Loreto House, Linsford.

CASTLEDERG CANCER RESEARCH COMMITTEE ANNUAL DANCE - in the Blacktown Arms on Friday 22nd October - Music by : Country Legends - Dancing 10 pm - 1 am - Adm £5 - Refreshments served

CONRADH NA GAEILGE - Children’s Irish classes have started on Saturdays at 11 am in St Patrick’s Hall, Castlederg. Bigí Linn!

CAISLEAN NA DEIRGE - MONTHLY DRAW - SEPTEMBER - £250 (74) Michael Harper (Jnr)

£150 (145) Emma Traynor - £100 (330) Sinead McCrory - £50 (260) Mary O’Donnell

CAISLEAN NA DEIRGE G.A.C.
Seniors & Reserves : Home to Stewartstown on Sunday - Reserve 1 pm - Seniors 2.30 pm

Under 13s & Under 12s - Training on Saturday morning at 12 noon - Winter League starting soon

www.caisleannadeirgegac.org - check website for up to date information

COACHING : Any committed person interested in coaching and development of gaelic games at local schools please contact Damien Campbell

Elaine McGoldrick - Financial Services is offering an opportunity to help raise funds for the club through insurance purchase - for further information contact : Berlinda Logue

Last Man/Lady Standing - We are down to the last 3. Time to think of registering for the next competition. If interested contact any committee member or player

Congratulations to Nicole McDaid on her selection to play at half-time in the All Ireland Ladies Final last Sunday. Commiserations to Shannon and the Tyrone Ladies on the valiant effort. It was a great achievement to reach their first All Ireland Final - Hopefully we will be seeing more of them in the future!

KEEP FREE - Saturday 30th October - Fancy Dress / Halloween Party - In the Club Rooms - Bar Tent - Disco/Karaoke