Sunday 17th May 2009

Sixth Sunday of Easter

The Spirit of God’s love

Jesus said to his disciples: “You did not choose me; no, I chose you.” Anybody who is involved in a team sport will know the tension there is in wondering if they will be picked for the team and then the delight when they are picked or the utter disappointment when they are not. Jesus has picked each one of us for his team of disciples because the task of transforming the world is so vast and because each one of us has our own unique gifts and opportunities for the task. Our responsibility is to say yes to his call and take our part in his mission. As always this begins in our homes with the most intimate relationships of human life, to make those the best they can possibly be. Our mission is also to our faith community where we have a special relationship in the Body and Blood of Christ. And it extends to the world in which we live. This week we can refresh the enthusiasm and joy of being chosen.

Fr. Johnny Doherty, C.Ss.R

Sunday 17th May 2009

6th Sunday of Easter

First Reading Acts of the Apostles 10: 25-26
The baptism of Cornelius, the first pagan to receive the grace of baptism, shows that God’s salvation is offered to all.

Second Reading John 4: 7-10
This reading contains what is probably the most important statement ever made about God.

Gospel John 15: 9-17
Jesus leaves his friends the supreme commandment of love.

WHITE OAKS REHABILITATION CENTRE

Addiction - The first step in recovery

Learn from the past, plan for the future, live in the present

Dependence on alcohol, other drugs or gambling presents life threatening physical and mental health challenges for individuals, stress and relationship difficulties in families, financial problems for all concerned, educational issues for children and young people, deaths on road and crime on our streets.

An honest response to the following questions will confirm evidence of addiction.

1. Have you ever felt you should cut down on your use of alcohol, other drugs or the time and money spent gambling?
2. Have people annoyed you by criticizing your dependence on alcohol, other drugs or the time and money spent on gambling?
3. Have you ever felt guilty about your dependence on alcohol, other drugs or on gambling?
4. Have you ever needed alcohol or other drug first thing in the morning to steady your nerves or to get rid of a hangover?

If you are concerned about your dependence on alcohol, other drugs or gambling, staff in White Oaks Rehabilitation Centre ROI Tel: 074 9384400 or NI 00353 749384400 provide a confidential counselling service for individuals, couples or families.

It has been said that a journey of 1000 km begins with the first step, begin the journey into recovery today.

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: Monday: 7.00 pm - 7.30 pm
Saturday: After 10.00 am Mass and 6.00 pm - 7.00 pm

Sunday Collection: £ 1,490.00 Thank you for your generosity

Bingo and Whist - We would appreciate your support for the Bingo
Bingo on Tuesday night @ 9 pm Whist on Thursday night @ 8.30 pm

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

Eucharistic Ministers for May
Vigil : Jean Coyle, Marie Devenney, Sean Dolan
9.00: Anthony Harkin, Avril Campbell
11.00: Seamus Duffy, Margaret Cassidy, Patricia McGlynn

Offertory Procession for May
Vigil: Harper Family
9.00: Paddy Carlin and Peter McCullagh
11.00: Jimmy Duffy and John McCallion

Readers for May : Vigil: Maureen Lynch 11.00: Ann Marie Anderson

CHURCH CLEANERS THIS WEEK - Mary McAnea, Denise Gallagher, Bernie Breen, Annie Quinn, Vera Harvey, Geraldine McHale

ALTAR SERVERS – Group 5 – Daire Keyes, Anna Harper, Amy Leigh McGuire,
Aaron McGlinchey, Emma McMenamin, Karl Barrett

PRE-MARRIAGE COURSES IN OMAGH - 2009
2009 - May 22nd & 23rd, June 19th & 20th - Application Forms available from our priest or apply to The Secretary, ACCORD, Mount St.Columba’s Pastoral Centre, 48 Brook Street, Omagh BT78 5HD or Tel: 028 82242439

DERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK - Sunday 7th June. Bishop Hegarty will celebrate the Mass

POPE’S INTENTION FOR MAY - General: That the laity and Christian communities may be responsible promoters of priestly and religious vocations

Mission: That the recently founded Catholic Churches, grateful to the hold for the gift of faith, may be ready to share in the universal mission of the church, offering their availability to preach the Gospel throughout the world

ST VINCENT DE PAUL - HELPLINE NUMBER : 028 71 384488

TRANSFER 2010 - There will be an information evening for parents of P6 children in Holy Cross College on Thursday 28th May at 7.30 pm. All parents welcome

BODYFIT - CONTINUES IN ST PATRICK’S HALL on Thursday evenings at 7.00 pm - 8.00 pm sharp. Suitable for beginners, intermediate, advanced - male and female. Work at your own pace

CAISLEAN NA DEIRGE G.A.C.

G.A.A. Lotto - (4, 5, 6,) 2, 1, 7, 3 - Joe Gallagher wins £100. Next Weeks Jackpot £ 500

Seniors & Reserves - Away to Aghaloo this Sunday 17th May at 2.15 pm and 3.45 pm

Minors - at home Clann na Gael on Friday 22nd may at 7.30 pm

Coaching for Under 12s, 10s, 8s & 6s - BOYS & GIRLS - Saturdays 10.00 am & Mondays 6 pm

KEEP FREE - Club Fun Day - Saturday 20th June 2009 - details to follow

FUN DAY MEETING - Wednesday 20th May at 7.30 pm at Pitch. Help needed to organise this event, please come along to meeting and give your support
Tyrone V Armagh - All ticket - Family Ticket (Pat McGrane Stand) available - Requests in writing to Secretary before Wednesday 20th May

CAISLEAN NA DEIRGE AND MNA NA DEIRGE – CELEBRATION OF 125 YEARS OF GAA

Thanks to everyone who helped out with LÁ na Chlub celebrations last Sunday. To Father Doherty and all who contributed during the Mass. To all the underage children and their parents/guardians, coaches who helped out at the blitz. Harry and everyone who assisted with the club history. To all the Scor and Scor Na nOg acts plus other entertainment who put on a great night of entertainment. Many thanks to Eugene, Terry, Tracey and Vera for all their help

ST PATRICK’S PRIMARY SCHOOL presents “JACK AND THE BEANSTALK”
In St Patrick’s Parochial Hall - On Wednesday 20th & Thursday 21st May at 8.00 pm - Admission £5 per person - Family Ticket £15 (2AD+2CH) available at School Office

N.I. BLOOD TRANSFUSION SERVICE - Castlederg High School on Thursday 28th May at 2.15 pm - 4 pm and 5.15 pm - 8 pm. New donors are always needed

STRABANE AND CASTLEDERG DISTRICT - SPECIAL OLYPMICS CLUB - GOLF CLASSIC - Sunday 24th May 2009 at Strabane Golf Club - Teams: Men/Ladies/Junior - Team Entrance Fee £60 - 4 players - for times or further information ring Frankie Houston 028 71 382271 - PLEASE SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL SPECIAL OLYMPIANS

DERG VALLEY COMMUNITY FAMILY CENTRE - TABLE QUIZ IN GALLEN’S BAR - On Friday 22nd May at 9.00 pm £10 Per Team - Table of 4

BARROWFIELD F.C. LOTTO – JACKPOT £1500 - 8, 9, 10, 20
Winner : Nicola McLaughlin, 7 Ashleigh Court - wins £30

NEXT IRISH FR. BILL “YOUNG ADULTS” RETREAT (Given by Fr. Anthony)
Will be held in Ards Friary, Co Donegal - From 28th June - 4th July 2009. For more information contact : Roisin on 0035374 9363336 or 00353 868937399 - “God is Love”

ENGAGED ENCOUNTER : Engaged? Getting married with the next year? Engaged Encounter is a recognised form of marriage preparation. It is a communication enrichment workshop designed for couples preparing for marriage. It will take place in Thornhill Centre on 6th & 7th June. Early booking is advised. Contact : 028 79300340 or 028 27628512 after 4.30 pm Website - www.marriageencounter.ie

ULSTER PROJECT 2009 - Church Door Collection - Ulster Project is finding it difficult to raise enough money to send teens to New Orleans in July. This is due to one third of the population not returning to New Orleans after hurricane Katrina. All four churches have agreed to a Church Door Collection next weekend 23rd & 24th May. We ask for your support

WHITEOAKS REHABILITATION CENTRE - If you are concerned about your dependence on alcohol, other drugs or gambling, staff in Whiteoaks Rehabilitation Centre ROI 074 9384400 or NI 00353 749384400 provide a confidential counselling service for individuals, couples or families. It has been said that a journey of 1000 km begins the first step, begin the journey into recovery today