Sunday, 17th January 2010

Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

"Jesus said: 'Fill the jars with water'. And they filled them to the brim." People often think of themselves as very ordinary and the place they live in as fairly insignificant. And yet it was for people like this in a place like that that Jesus worked one of his most famous miracles. One of the keys to this reality was that the servants obeyed Jesus’ command, in fact they overdid it and they 'filled the water jars to the brim'. Jesus' command to us is to love one another as he has loved us. If we follow his command great things will also happen in our lives and in the world we live in. But we also have to use the key and fill our love to the brim. We tend however to measure out our love. This week we are asked to practise our love more intensely in our homes and communities and let Jesus transform us.

Fr. Johnny Doherty, C.Ss.R.

Sunday, 17th January 2010

2nd Sunday of the Year.

First Reading : Isaiah 62: 1-5
The promise of God to love and care for his people.

Second Reading: Corinthians 12: 4-11
The variety of gifts which are brought by the one Spirit.

Gospel: John 2: 1-11
The miracle at Cana.

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 : 9.00 am and 11.00 am

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

Sunday Collection:

£ 1,236.00 and € 50

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 January - 23rd & 24th
Vigil : Mary McCrory, Kathleen Duggan, Jean Coyle, Margaret Cassidy
9.00 Mary Gallen, Grace McMenamin
11.00 Bridget Barrett, Kathleeen Lynch, Pat O’Loughlin, Seamus Duffy

Offertory Procession for January
Vigil: John McGlynn and Family
9.00: Colm and May Sharkey
11.00: Lynch Family, Brooke Park

Readers for January : Vigil: Maolíosa McHugh 11.00: Philomena Doherty

CHURCH CLEANERS THIS WEEK - Ruby Catterson, Celine Catterson, Ann James, Marie McMenamin, Anne Marie Anderson, Betty Dolan

ALTAR SERVERS – Group 8 – Liam Harper, Connor Logue, Shannon Hamilton, Chloe Hamilton, Martin O’Donnell, Caolan Caterson

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

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

ST VINCENT DE PAUL - HELPLINE NUMBER : 028 71384488

ST EUGENE’S YOUTH HALL - Recent vandalism, resulting in the damage to the boiler room heating appliance and electrics of St Eugene’s Hall, is a cause of great concern to the safe use of the premises. In view of this very serious risk, particularly to younger users, St Eugene’s will be closed until matters are rectified and the building secured for public use - Fr Brian Donnelly P.P.

MEETING OF PARISH COUNCIL - There will be a meeting of the Parish Council in the Conference Room of St Patrick’s Church on Monday evening at 8 pm

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

CASTLEDERG YOUTH FORUM - DROP IN will reopen on Friday 15th January 2010 6 pm - 7.45 pm (8 - 12 year olds) 8 pm - 12 pm (13+ Year Olds) Loads of Fun …… Wii, Play Stations, Board Games, Pool Tables, Internet, Air Hockey, Chill out and much, much more.

The Drop In will also open Saturday 16th January 2010 7 pm - 12 pm for 13+ year olds

Join the Castlederg Youth Singing group every Friday 6 pm - 7 pm
Arts and Crafts on Fridays 5 - 6 pm (8+ year olds)

For more information : 07732578575 / 07733913132 - photos from Santas grotto can be collected

Body Fit - Continues in St Patrick’s Hall on Thursday nights at 7 pm sharp. Ideal for male or female beginners, intermediate or advanced. Great way to lose those excessive pounds after the festivities

THORNHILL CENTRE, DERRY - Foundations in Liturgy : A 12 week Liturgy course to be held in Sion Mills Parish Centre beginning Tuesday 19th January from 7.30 - 9.30 pm. Course : cost £10 contact 71351233

THE ALL IRELAND TALENT SHOW - Sunday 7th February - RTE 1 at 6.30 pm Congratulations to Chloe Coyle (Student at St Eugene’s H S) who has qualified for the above competition and is now in the last 8 for the North. We all wish her good luck - please give Chloe your support & vote - Telephone Numbers for voting will be available on the night on the live show

ST PATRICK’S P.S. - PRIMARY 1 ENROLMENT FORMS - available from the School Office - Children born between 2/7/05 - 1/7/06 - All forms to be returned by 12 noon on 20th January 2010

BARROWFIELD F.C. - LOTTO - There was no lotto at the weekend

“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

Bingo will not resume until Tuesday 2nd February 2010

ST EUGENE’S FRIENDS ASSOCIATION - ANNUAL QUIZ NIGHT on Friday 29th January 2010 in the School Hall at 8.30 pm sharp. Tables of 4 - £10 per table. (Strictly 4 adults or 4 children or Family Table 2AD+2CH) Last year was a huge success. Please come along your support would be greatly appreciated

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 will start on Saturday mornings at 11.00 am at St Eugene’s HS. Registration will also take place - Youth Membership £5. Manager required for Under 14 Girls - contact Kara or Damien

Scor na nOg - Good luck to Faolan Friel in the Ulster Final this weekend
1st Round of Senior Scor on Friday 22nd January at 8.00 pm in St Patrick’s Hall. Everyone welcome

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