Sunday, 7th February 2010

Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

‘Jesus said to Simon: “Do not be afraid; from now on it is people you will catch.” Then, bringing their boats back to land, they left everything and followed him.’ The image that Jesus uses has a very special relevance for those he was talking to. They were fishermen. But it continues to be relevant for us today because it simply means that our task is to make Christ attractive to and available for the people of our world. This is done first of all in our homes where the faith is handed on by parents in the ways they make their home a place of joy and gladness. This involves giving up their time and their own preoccupations for the sake of each other and their children. It also determines how a faith community is developed. The most important thing about any faith community should be that it is attractive for others. This will mean giving up our own comfort zones so that others can find a home among us.

Fr. Johnny Doherty, C.Ss.R.

Sunday, 7th February 2010

Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

First Reading : Isaiah 6:1-8
God calls Isaiah to be His prophet.

Second Reading: Corinthians 15:1-11
Paul’s mission is to preach the gospel of Christ.

Gospel: Luke 5: 1-11
Jesus calls the first apostles.

Faith in the word of Jesus and the miraculous catch of fish.
The call of the first disciples - Luke 5: 1-11

MASSES

Monday : 7.30 pm Tuesday : 10.00 am

Wednesday : 7.30 pm Thursday : -

Friday : 10.00 am

Saturday : 10.00 am and Vigil : 7.00 pm

Sunday : 9.00 am and 11.00 am

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

PLEASE NOTE:

There will be no Mass on Thursday as there will be no electricity

Sunday Collection:

£ 1,381.00 and € 89

Thank you for your generosity

Legion of Mary meets every Monday at 6.30 pm in the meeting room in church. New members welcome

Eucharistic Ministers for February - 13th & 14th
Vigil : Seamus Duffy, Margaret Cassidy, Grace McMenamin
9.00 Jean Coyle, Marie Devenney
11.00 Anthony Harkin, Avril Campbell, Patricia McGlynn

Offertory Procession for February
Vigil: Vera and Pat Catterson
9.00: Pat and Eugene McLaughlin
11.00: McGrath Family

Readers for February : Vigil: Ann Kealey 11.00: Harry Brennan

CHURCH CLEANERS THIS WEEK - Una Lynch, Kathleen McHugh, Vera Catterson, Rosie Harper, Brigid Harper, Maureen Hegarty, Mrs M Logue, Joan Gallagher, Marie Lynch, Evelyn Logue, Bernie Anderson

THURSDAY 11th February is the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes. It is World Day of Prayer for the Sick. To mark the occasion, a special Mass for the sick will be held that evening at 7 pm in St Francis’ Church, Drumnabey. The sick will be anointed and carers of the sick will have their hands blessed. I hope that as many of our sick as possible can attend, as well as those who care for the sick in any capacity

DERRY DIOCESAN LOURDES PILGRIMAGE - - Application forms are available for any young person aged 14-15 years old who would like a place on the Pilgrimage. Special arrangements are made for the youth who will be lead by the Pilgrimage Youth Team - Contact : 71351233

DERRY DIOCESAN LOURDES PILGRIMAGE - led by Bishop Hegarty DD in 16th -21st July 2010 Fare £629 inclusive. Booking forms available in all parishes and from the Pilgrimage Secretary - Tel 028 71260293

SPECIAL DIOCESAN MASS - The Annual Diocesan Mass for those with Special Needs, and their families and friends, will take place in Saint Joseph’s Church, Galliagh, Derry on Saturday 24th April 2010. Bishop Lagan will celebrate the Mass. If you have a child who wishes to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation or First Communion at this Mass please contact the Catechetical Centre on 028 71264087 or email ddcc@derrydiocese.org

CONFIRMATION DAY - The Sacrament of Confirmation will be celebrated in this Parish by Bishop Lagan on Sunday 7th March 2010 at 11.00 am

ST VINCENT DE PAUL - HELPLINE NUMBER : 028 71384488

CHOIR PRACTICE - Monday night at 8.00 pm (after 7.30 pm Mass) It is vital that all members attend as new hymns are being learnt for Easter. New members welcome

APOSTOLIC WORK : A Meeting will be held in the conference room of St Patrick’s Church on Wednesday 3rd February at 6.30 pm

DERRY DIOCESAN VOCATIONS COUNCIL - Information Day - Day of Reflection on the Theme of Vocations on Saturday 20th February in The Thornhill Centre, 11.30 - 4.00 pm. Contact : Fr Paul Farren 71264087 or Fr Colm O’Doherty 81661475

DON’T FORGET - THE ALL IRELAND TALENT SHOW - Sunday 7th February - RTE 1 at 6.30 pm - We all wish Chloe good luck - please give Chloe your vote - Telephone Numbers for voting will be available on the night on the live show

BARROWFIELD F.C. - LOTTO - 1, 2, 9, 19

No winners - Stephen Donaghy wins £30

“YOU ARE PRECIOUS IN MY SIGHT” - If you are concerned about someone with suicidal feeling phone the Samaritans or consult your GP - Samaritans 0845 9090 90

Bingo and Whist - We would appreciate your support for the Bingo
Bingo on Tuesday night at 9 pm Whist on Thursday night @ 8.30 pm
The bingo will only continue if it is well attended

40 Days for Life Lenten Campaign - Precious Life is encouraging parishes across N.I. to unite with parishes in the USA, Canada and Australia for a 40 day campaign to end abortion. The mission of the campaign is to bring together the body of Christ in a spirit of unity during a focused 40 days of prayer, fasting and community outreach. For more information and your FREE Prayer Pack please contact : 90278484 - info@preciouslife.com

KEEP FREE : PAULA’S RUN & BREAST CANCER CAMPAIGN FRIENDSHIP WALK
on Sunday 14th March 2010 - More details to follow

OLD TIME DANCING - In Spamount Community on Saturday 6th February - 8.00 pm - 10.30 pm - All age groups welcome

Body Fit - Continues in St Patrick’s Hall on Thursday nights at 7 pm sharp. Ideal for male or female beginners, intermediate or advanced

CHURCHTOWN COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION - Are recruiting women for their Positive Relations Project commencing with Personal Development training on Monday 8th and 15th February at the Ard Mor Centre. All training is FREE with childcare and travel subsidy available to qualifying participants. To enrol or for further information contact : Anita on 81670652

CAISLEAN NA DEIRGE G.A.C.

Seniors & Reserves : Training resumes on Wednesday and Friday nights at St Eugene’s HS. Anyone who is interested in playing football in the coming year should come along

Under 14s : Training on Saturday mornings at 11.00 am at St Eugene’s HS. Registration will also take place - Youth Membership £5

PRIMARY 1-4 - Gaelic coaching for boys and girls on Saturday mornings in St Pats Hall at 12.15

REGISTRATION : Youth and Senior Membership are due for renewal. Adult/Full/Player £25 - Youth £5. Money can be paid on Friday night 5th February at St Patrick’s Hall from 7.00 - 7.30 pm or to the club registrar Bernie Harper. REGISTRATION MUST BE PAID BEFORE 28th FEBRUARY

SCOR - Good luck to our competitors who have advanced to the semi-finals on 7th February

Merchandise : Jerseys, Hoodies, Tracksuits, Shorts/Socks, Bags - Contact: Jo Lynch

DEVELOPMENT MEETING: Monday 7th February in St Pats Hall at 7.30 pm

MONTHLY MEETING: Monday 15th February in St Pat’s Hall at 8.00 pm

We ask that all our members support Chloe Coyle in The All Ireland Talent Show on Sunday 7th February - Give Chloe your support and your VOTE