Sunday 28th February 2010

Second Sunday of Lent

Peter said to Jesus: “Master, it is wonderful for us to be here”. As we gather for Mass this Sunday, how many of us can say those words of Peter from our hearts? And yet we have a right to be able to say them. Unfortunately for so many Catholics, Mass has become a burden rather than a joy and a source of enthusiasm and energy. We need to help each other to gain that grace. And as we return home from Mass this Sunday, how many of us can say those words of Peter in relation to our family life? At best, so many can only say it is not bad, it is ok. But can we say it is wonderful? And yet we have a right to be able to say that. It takes a lot of working at the relationships in our home, the relationships of marriage, of family, of neighbourliness, to make those words possible and to ring true. But it is in those two places that the practice of faith takes place.

Fr. Johnny Doherty, C.Ss.R.

Sunday, 28th February 2010

2nd Sunday of Lent

First Reading : Gensis 15: 5-12.17-18
God makes a covenant with Abraham.

Second Reading: Philippians 3: 17-4:1
Christ will transfigure our bodies into copies of his glorious body.

Gospel: Luke 9: 28-36
The disciples witness the Transfiguration of Christ.

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: £ 1,421.00 and € 122

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 March 6th and 7th
Vigil : Maureen Lynch, Annette McAleer, Mary McCrory, Kathleen Duggan
9.00 Margaret Ann Gormley, Pat O’Loughlin
11.00 Pat McLaughlin, Marie McSorley, Patricia McGlynn, Grace McMenamin

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

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

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

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

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

HOLY WEEK RETREAT - LORETO HOUSE - 28TH MARCH - 3RD APRIL - To book a place tel: 00353749362204 or email info@loretolinsort.com - Cost €380 Residential €200 non-residential - Prayer meetings every Monday in lent Beginning 22nd Feb from 8 pm - 9 pm

BOOKLETS for Lenten Reflection are available on the Bookrack in the Church

THE ROSARY

Is recited each weekday commencing 15 minutes before Mass

TRÓCAIRE BOXES - are available in the Church porch should a box not be delivered to you this week. Their Lenten Campaign is central to their work for the Third World

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 sick will be attended this week

Tuesday Morning : Castlefin Park, Castlefin Road, Brooke Park, Hillview Park, Churchtown Park, Harpur Park, Willowcrest

Tuesday Afternoon : Alexander Park, Derg View, Castleview Terrace, Killeter Road, Pollarnon

Wednesday Morning : Young Crescent, Hawthorn Park, Strabane Rd, Main Street, Castlegore Rd

Wednesday Afternoon : Kilclean road, Ashleigh Court, Lurganbuoy Road

THE ALL IRELAND TALENT SHOW - Semi-Final Sunday 7th March at 6.30 pm. Please support Chloe and give her your vote. Chloe Coyle has launched a CD consisting of “She Moves Through the Fair” and two other songs with funds going towards Haiti and The Special Olympics - Minimum cost £3 Available from school office and various businesses in Castlederg

YOUTH 2000 RETREAT - ST PATRICK’S COLLEGE, BALLYMENA

12-14 march 2010
For 16 - 35 year olds. Newcomers are very welcome. The programme includes drama, music, workshops, inspiring talks, games etc. Donation only - Residential - so bring a sleeping bag. For more info contact : 07514820572 or www.youth2000.ie - booking essential

ST EUGENE’S HIGH SCHOOL - Presents “Grease” On Sunday 28th March - Monday 29th March and Wednesday 31st March @ 7.30 pm each night - Tickets - Adult £6 - Child £4 - Family 2AD+2CD £14 - Tickets on sale in school office

BARROWFIELD F.C. - LOTTO - 8, 11, 15, 16 - No winners - Anne McLaughlin wins £30

KEEP FREE - MONSTER WHIST DRIVE - Sunday 21st March - Monster Whist Drive in St Patrick’s Hall at 2.30 pm. Everyone welcome

CHARITY DANCE - IN AID OF CASTLEDERG CARE CENTRE - In Spamount Community Centre on Friday 12th March - Dancing 9.30 to midnight. Music by : Country Sensations - Adm £5 includes refreshments

CHURCHTOWN COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION - are organising transport to The Novena of Hope 2010 at the Grann, Enniskillen on Wednesday 10th March and Saturday 13th March - £9 pp - to reserve your place contact :
816 70652 - places allocated on a first come first served basis

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE THEMED MEETING - Strabane District Policing Partnership (DPP are hosting a meeting on Thursday 4th March at 7.30 pm in the Civic Room, Strabane Community Library, Railway Road, Strabane. For more info contact : 028 71381333

“TOMMY’S COUNTRY SHOW” - Annual Country and Irish Show in Castlederg High School on Wednesday 3rd March at 8 pm. Tickets on sale at usual outlets. Proceeds in aid of Diateties

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

PAULA’S RUN & BREAST CANCER CAMPAIGN FRIENDSHIP WALK - on Sunday 14th March 5km/3 mile. Register on line www.paulasrun.com - forms will also be available in local shops - Costs £5 /€5. Sponsor sheets available online. Registration available on Saturday 13th March at Derg Valley Leisure Centre and Sunday 14th March until 12.30. Please wear pink and help us raise funds for Castlederg Palliative Care and Comfort Fund and The Paula Gallen Pink Ribbon Tribute Fund at the Breast Cancer Campaign

CAISLEAN NA DEIRGE G.A.C.

Lotto: ( 7, 3, 2,) 5, 1, 4, 6 - Francis Brogan wins £100 - Next week jackpot £675

Seniors & Reserves : Training continues on Wednesday and Friday nights at St Eugene’s HS

Under 18s - Training on Thursday night 6-7pm out at the High School on the 3D pitch

Under 14s : Training on Tuesday night at 6 pm at the High School

PRIMARY 1-4 - Under 6’s and under 8’s - Gaelic coaching for boys and girls on Saturday mornings in St Patrick’s Primary School at 12.15. Everyone welcome

SCOR - Well done to Caitriona Haughey in her Recitation coming runner up in the County Final

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

300 CLUB - The Club is presently organising a 300 Club to raise funds. It is essential that members support this vital fund raiser. Please contact any Committee Member for details