Sunday, 20th September 2009

25th Sunday of the Year

Christ the Son of God

Jesus said to his disciples: 'If anyone wants to be first he/she must make himself/herself least of all and servant of all.' Whoever said that religion is the opium of the people obviously never read the Gospels because if opium was nearly as difficult to take as some of the things that Jesus said there would be very few people taking it! And yet the truth is that only his way works. We all want to be first in so many different ways. We can see people in every sphere of life going around puffed up with their self-importance, often putting others down in order to keep their position. It is the opposite to the way of Jesus and can never lead to lasting happiness. This week again we are invited to practise putting other people first, especially in our families and communities, and know the joy that this brings.

Fr. Johnny Doherty, C.Ss.R.

Sunday, 20th September 2009

Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

First Reading Wisdom 2: 12. 17-20
The godless plot to do away with the just one, because his blameless life is a reproach to them.

Second Reading James 3: 16 – 4: 3
Jealousy, ambition and self-seeking lead to disharmony and fighting. Gentleness, reasonableness and mercy lead to peace.

Gospel Mark 9: 30-37
Jesus tells his apostles he will suffer bitter humiliation and death, and says true greatness shows itself in service towards the weaker members of the community.

Living the Sunday Liturgy

PRAYER FOCUS

May we love one another.
What does 'love one another' mean in your life right now?

Take time to wonder at the beauty of a baby or small child.
Could you babysit for someone this week?

“Anyone who welcomes one of these little children in my name, welcomes me; and anyone who welcomes me welcomes not me but the one who sent me.”

Masses

Monday : 7.30 pm Tuesday : 10.00 am Wednesday : 7.30 pm
Thursday : 10.00 am Friday : 10.00

Saturday : 10.00 am and Vigil - 7.00 pm

Sunday : 9.00 am and 11.00 am

Confessions: Monday: 7.00pm - 7.30pm

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

Sunday Collection: £ 1,494.00

Thank you for your generosity

NAZARETH HOUSE - Thank you very much for your most generous church collection of £1,860.00 received recently. The Sisters are most grateful.

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 September
Vigil : Pat McLaughlin, Marie McSorley, Kathleen Lynch
9.00: Margaret Ann Gormley, Pat O’Loughlin
11.00: Maureen Lynch, Annette McAleer, Kathleen Duggan

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

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

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

ALTAR SERVERS – Group Group 7 – Connor Harper, Robbie Logan, Shelby Logan

ST VINCENT DE PAUL - HELPLINE NUMBER : 028 71 384488

40 Hours - Next week

CAISLEAN NA DEIRGE G.A.C.

Seniors & Reserves: No game this weekend

Under 13s: Training Tuesday and Thursday at 7 pm - Friday 25th September away to Aghyaran

G.A.A. Lotto: 6, 4, 2, 3, 5, 1, 7 - Geraldine Pollard wins the Jackpot - Congtratulations - Next week Jackpot £250
Website for up to date information : www.caisleannadeirgegac.org

KEEP FREE - Friday 25th September 2009 - Annual Golf Classic
Anyone wishing to sponsor a hole or sponsor prizes contact any Committee Member - your support would be greatly appreciated

ANNUAL DINNER DANCE - Saturday 28th November 2009
Club Monthly Meeting : rescheduled - Monday 21st September in St Pat’s Hall at 8 pm

Tickets for Golf Powa Kaddy - £5.00 - contact any Club Member
Draw to take place at Golf Presentation on Friday 25th September

COLLECTION ENVELOPES IN APPRECIATION OF FR PADDY DOHERTY
Please return envelopes with your Sunday Collection Envelope on or before Sunday 27th September. Thank you

LYNCH’S COACH TOURS - KNOCK - LAST TRIP OF 2009

On Sunday 27th September

Coach Departs - Castlederg @ 8.00 am - Aghyaran @ 8.15 am -

Adults - £12 / U16s £7

For bookings : contact : 028 81671344

PAT O’LOUGHLIN is planning to do his 30th Dublin Marathon on Monday 26th October for MS Research at Walton MS Unit Liverpool. Pat is the only person north of the border and one of only 25 people in the world to have completed all 29 Dublin Marathons. Pat asks for your support

CHURCHTOWN COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION - in conjunction with the NWRC are currently recruiting for Text Processing Level 1, Digital Photography, Dancing for Fitness, Local History & Essential Skills (commencing week of 21/09/09) for more information contact : 81670652

CONRADH NA GAEILGE : Registration for Irish Classes on Saturday 26th September at 11.00 am in St Patrick’s Hall. Classes to commence 3rd October at 11.00 am Meeting on Monday 28th September at 8.00 pm in St Patrick’s Hall for adult beginners and improvers to discuss provision of classes

WHITE CANE WALK - Saturday 10th October 2009 - Walkers Wanted. For sponsor sheets, maps or more information contact staff at RNIB, 10 James Street, Omagh BT78 1DH - Tel: 82 250220 email: IanRoss@rnib.org.uk

TRÓCAIRE’S ANNUAL GLOBAL GIFTS - Ideal chance to purchase real Christmas Gifts for the poor developing countries which are also items vital to simple survival- such as food, water, shelter, animals etc. In 2009 Trócaire is looking for voluteers in Derry diocese to help promote these life changing gifts in your parish or community. If you or a friend can give a day or two contact Lawrence McBride (NW representative) on 71 357288 or Imcbride@trocaire.ie

N.I. BLOOD TRANSFUSION SERVICE - Castlederg High School on Tuesday 29th September at 2.15 pm - 4.00 pm and 5.15 pm - 8.00 pm - New donors are always needed!!!

YOGA IN ANNIE’S YOGA CENTRE - Continues Tuesday, Thursday and Friday mornings at 10 am for all. Mens classes Mondays at 6.30 pm. Normal classes Monday night at 8 pm and Wednesday night at 8.30 pm. M.S. Classes on Thursday 3 pm. 15 week course run through NW Regional College. 1 LISTYMORE ROAD - Tel : 028 81671126 or 07716034570

BODYFIT - Continues on Thursdays at 7.00 pm sharp - £3.50 in St Patrick’s Hall - Suitable for beginners, intermediate, advanced - male and female. Work at your own pace

10 DAY PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND - from Monday 21st - Wednesday 30th September. £1090 or €1240 per person. Spiritual Director: Fr Michael Porter and Fr Anthony Mailey. Few Seats remaining. Contact : Charlie Gillespie 0753330756

WHITEOAKS REHABILITATION CENTRE - If you are concerned about your dependence on alcohol, other drugs or gambling, staff in White oaks Rehabilitation Centre ROI 074 9384400 or NI 00353 749384400 provide a confidential counselling service for individuals, couples or families

FOUNDATIONS IN LITURGY - One Year Course beginning Tuesday 6th October 2009. “The People of God” - Further information : Secretary, Thornhill Centre, 121 Culmore Road, Derry BT48 8JE - Tel: 028 71351233 - Email - thronhillcentre@derrydiocese.org

ACCORD PRE-MARRIAGE COURSES - Will take place in the Pastoral Centre, 48 Brook Street, Omagh on October 16th & 17th - November 13th & 14th and December 4th & 5th. Booking - telephone 028 82242439 or email : accordomagh@btopenworld.com

REMINDER OF SERVICES AVAILABLE AT TYRONE COUNTY HOSPITAL - You can attend the Cardiac Assessment Unit in Tyrone County Hospital at any time. Should you develop pain in the chest, shortness of breath, palpations or fainting episodes - the nursing staff can assess your heart. You can refer yourself or be sent by your General Practitioner to this Cardiac Unit. The Unit is open throughout the 24 hours - everyday 7 days a week - For Advice - call 028 82 833129. In emergency call Cardiac Ambulance 028 82 249149