Sunday 9th May 2010

6th Sunday of Easter

The radiant glory of God

Jesus said to his disciples: “Peace I bequeath to you, my own peace I leave you”. We are very conscious today of all the trouble there is in our world and yet peace is a longing in every heart. As Christians we have a great responsibility to work for peace in every way we can and in every situation where there is war or conflict. However, the peace that is Christ’s gift to us is much more than an absence of war or conflict. His peace, for which we also have a great responsibility, is about spreading joy and happiness in our homes and community. It is about practicing forgiveness so that the past is always left behind us. It is about creating an atmosphere in our homes and community in which each individual can feel at ease and be glad to be there. It is about letting Christ’s presence change us to the extent that, even in the midst of suffering and division, we can be a people who look to the radiant glory of God.

Fr. Johnny Doherty, C.Ss.R.

Sunday, 9th May 2010

Sixth Sunday of Easter

First Reading : Acts of the Apostles 15: 1-2.22-29
A big issue for the early Church was how much of the Law and traditions of Moses should be imposed on Gentile converts. This reading tells us how the problem was solved.

Second Reading: Apocalypse 21: 10-14, 22-23
We are given a majestic picture of the new Jerusalem, the heavenly Church of the future, when God’s Kingdom will come in all its glory.

Gospel: John 14: 23-29
We hear yet another portion of Jesus’ farewell discourse at the Last Supper. It is dominated by the thought of his imminent departure.

Fr Brian Donnelly, PP 816 71393

Fr Colm O’Doherty, CC 816 61475

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 (Note New Time)

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

MASS TIMES
7 pm (Saturday) Vigil Castlederg 9.30 am - Dregish
10.45 am - Castlederg 12 noon - Drumnabey

Sunday Collection: £ 1,436.00 and € 99

Thank you for your generosity

TRÓCIARE COLLECTION - Many thanks for your overwhelming generosity towards recent collections. The Trócaire Lenten contribution from the Parish came to £7,400 and €2,320. The “Pro Sancta Terra” collection came to £636.18

2nd ENVELOPE COLLECTION - AT ALL MASSES THIS WEEKEND FOR DIOCESAN PURPOSES

NATIONAL COLLECTION FOR THE 2012 EUCHARISTIC CONGRESS
A second National Collection, towards the costs of planning and hosting the Eucharistic Congress, is due to take place in parishes throughout the country on the weekend of Corpus Christi (5th & 6th June). The collection will be taken up as a taken collection

Eucharistic Ministers for May 15th & 16th
Vigil : Anthony Harkin, Avril Campbell, Patricia McGlynn, Annette McAleer
10.45 : Seamus Duffy, Margaret Cassidy, Jean Coyle, Marie Devenney

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

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

CHURCH CLEANERS THIS WEEK
Kathleen Lynch, May Sharkey, Nora McAnea, MB McGrath

ST VINCENT DE PAUL - HELPLINE NUMBER : 028 71384488

THE ROSARY

Is recited each weekday commencing 15 minutes before Mass

NEW SUNDAY ENVELOPES

If anyone has not received Envelopes please ask in the Sacristy

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION - Congratulations to all the children who received the Sacrament of Holy Communion this weekend

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - CHURCH CLEANERS REQUIRED TO CLEAN THE CHURCH - Please give your support - you would only be needed every 6 weeks approx. Please give your name to Seamus Coyle or Fr Donnelly

DERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES - July 16th-21st July - The Pilgrimage is anxious to have the assistance of 3 more nurses to help in the provision of care for those registered for medical support. There are also places available for general pilgrims. Contact : 71260293

40 HOURS - In St Francis of Assisi, Drumnabey on Sunday 9th May after 12 noon Mass - Holy Hour 6 pm - 7 pm

COMMEMORATION NIGHT IN MEMORY OF THE LATE FR WILLIE SPROULE
will take place on 13th June 2010. Anyone who is interested in taking part or contributing in any way contact : Gerard Byrne 07730342520 or Kieran McGuire 07870437910

SMA ANNUAL PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK - Saturday 22nd May 2010 - to ask the intercession of Our Lady of Knock for

Missionaries, Vocations, Personal Intentions

10.30 am Confessions - 12 noon Assembly in Basilica followed by Stations of the Cross, Rosary, Free Time (Confessions, Shopping, Meals) 3.00 pm Concelebrated Mass - Anointing of the sick

CHURCHTOWN COMMUNITY - SILVERCIRCLE APRIL DRAW - Winners :
Ian Kelly (200), Charlie Earley (100), Una Connolly (50)

ST EUGENE’S HIGH SCHOOL - REMINDER - 5TH Year Leavers Mass for Year 12 pupils and their parents on Wednesday 12th May at 2.00 pm

MILLENNIUM FORUM - THE PRIESTS with Special Guest Camilla Kerslake Tuesday 15th June @ 8 pm - tickets £19.50/£24.50/£29.50 - Box Office : 028 71264455

BARROWFIELD F.C. - LOTTO - 5, 6, 11, 13 - No winners - Declan Catterson 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

CAISLEAN NA DEIRGE G.A.C.

Seniors & Reserves : Training continues on Wednesday and Friday nights. Away to Killyman on Sunday 9th May. Reserves 4 pm and Seniors 6 pm
Under 18s - Training Thursday nights 5.45 pm at the pitch. Wednesday 12th May away to Urney

Under 16s - Training Tuesdays at the Pitch at 7.30 pm. All under 16 Boys are encouraged to come along. New members welcome

Under 14s : Training on Tuesday night at 6 pm

Under 12 Girls : training continues at the pitch on Wednesdays from 7 -8 pm

ANNUAL GOLF CLASSIC - KEEP FREE - Friday 28th May 2010 at Newtownstewart Golf Club
Hot Buffet meal/A free drink at the Bar/Novelty Prizes - Cost £120 per team. For entry contact Declan Devine @ 07836643942 or Golf Shop @ 028 816 62242. Anyone interested in sponsoring a Hole or prizes contact any Committee Member. Your support would be greatly appreciated

KEEP FREE - Saturday 26th June - Annual Fun Day
Elaine McGoldrick - Financial Services is offering an opportunity to help raise funds for the club through insurance purchase - for further information contact : Berlinda Logue

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

MONTHLY MEETING : Monday 10th May at 8 pm at the pitch. All members are asked to attend