Sunday, 31st October 2010

31st Sunday in Ordinary Time

First Reading: Wisdom 11: 22 – 12: 2
You are merciful too all because you love all that exists.

Second Reading: 2 Thessalonians 1: 11-22
By his power – fulfill all your desires for goodness.

Gospel: Luke 19: 1-10
Catch a glimpse of Jesus.

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

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

Sunday Collection: £ 1,403 and €88

Thank you for your generosity

Eucharistic Ministers for November - 6th & 7th
Vigil : Jean Coyle, Marie Devenney, Pat McLaughlin, Marie McSorley
10.45 : Seamus Duffy, Margaret Cassidy, Patricia McGlynn, Avril Campbell

Offertory Procession for November
Vigil: John McGlynn and Family
10.45 : Lynch Family, Brooke Park

Readers for November : Vigil: Shannon Kelly 10.45: Antoinnette McGettigan

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

MARRIAGE PREPARATION ACCORD COURSES 2010 - 2011
2010 - December 3rd & 4th
2011 - January 14th & 15th - February 11th & 12th - March 11th & 12th - April 8th & 9th - May 13th & 14th - June 10th & 11th. Application forms available from your parish priest or apply to The Secretary, Accord, Mount St Columba Pastoral Centre, 48 Brook Street, Omagh, BT78 5HD - Tel : 028 82242439 or email : accordomagh@btopenworld.com - Courses are limited to 15 couples. It is advisable to take part in the course 6 months before your wedding

BINGO : TUESDAY NIGHTS AT 9.00 PM - Thank you for the large turn out to the Bingo since it restarted. Unfortunately the numbers have started to drop slightly. Please continue to support the Bingo every week. Your continued supported is much appreciated. The bingo will only continue if numbers stay viable.

DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES - JULY 2011
Gift Vouchers (£20/£30/£50) for the Pilgrimage are available from Rosemary at the Diocesan Pastoral Centre - 028 71362475

The sick will be attended this week

Monday Morning : Castlefin Park, Castlefin Road, Brooke Park, Hillview Park, Churchtown Park, Harpur Park, Willowcrest, Stoney Heights

Monday Afternoon : Kilclean Road, Lurganbuoy Road

Tuesday Morning :Hospital Road, Young Crescent, Hawthorn Park, Strabane Road, Main Street, Castlegore Road

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

YOUTH 2000 RETREAT - Loreto Convent, Letterkenny, Co Donegal
Youth 2000 will be hosting a youth retreat from 12th - 14th November for 16-35 year olds. Newcomers are very welcome. The programme includes dramas, music, workshops, inspiring talks etc. Donation only. Residential - so please bring a sleeping bag. For more info contact: 0876881202 or check www.youth2000.ie - booking essential

2 NOVEMBER : Norms for indulgences at the Commemoration of All Souls

1. From 12 o’clock noon on 1st November until midnight on 2nd November, all who have confessed, received Holy Communion, and prayed for the Pope’s intentions (one Our Father and Hail Mary, or any other prayer of one’s choice) can gain one plenary indulgence by visiting a church or oratory, and there reciting one Our Father and the Apostle’s Creed. This indulgence is applicable only to the souls of the departed. Confession may be made at any time within the week preceding or the week following 1st November. Holy Communion may be received on any day from 1st - 8th November.

2. The faithful who visit a cemetery and pray for the dead may gain a plenary indulgence applicable only to the Holy Souls on the usual conditions once per day from 1st to 8th November. The conditions mentioned above apply also for this

SPONSORED WALK (3 mile approx) - In aid of Castlederg Eldery Care Centre - on Sunday 31st October Registration at 2.30 pm at Healthy Living Centre - Refreshments served on return

ST EUGENE’S HIGH SCHOOL CASTLEDERG - will celebrate its 50th Anniversary next year. To mark this occasion a book has been commissioned. If anyone has photographs or articles or interest, which could be included, would they please leave them into the school office during working hours. All items will be gratefully accepted as we hope to produce an extensive history of the school

DERG VALLEY CARE - DERG VALLEY HEALTHY LIVING CENTRE - HEALTH FAIR
Cook it programme will start on 11th November - 6 week programme. Places limited

Action Cancer Big Bus is coming to Castlederg on 4th November - Local people can make bookings through Action Cancer for Screening, advice or support sessions. Tel 90803344. See sheet on notice board for various groups and sessions - see sheet on notice board for more info

FLOWER ARRANGING CLASSES IN SPAMOUNT COMMUNITY CENTRE
Thursday 4th November - contact : Lynn Gallen 028 81671315 for more information

DUBLIN CITY MARATHON - Pat completed his successive 31st Marathon on Monday 25th October in 5 hrs 50 mins. Pat would like to thank everyone for their support. When all the monies are in Pat hopes to have near£4000 for MS Research

ST VINCENT DE PAUL - HELPLINE NUMBER : 028 71384488

CAWT CROSS BORDER SOCIAL INCLUSION PROJECT -
Tuesday 2nd November at 7.00 pm Rolling with the Punches - The Ard Mór Centre, 48 Lurganbuoy Road, Castlederg - Suitable for all women - 6 week programme aimed at improving women’s overall mental health and well-being. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, self-esteem, stress management, relaxation and much more to reserve a place for either course - Rachel Forbes 07903823201 or Janet 028 81670764

BODY FIT - Has resumed in St Patrick’s Hall on Thursday nights at 7.00 pm sharp. Ideal for male/female - beginners, intermediate or advanced. Work at your own pace

CASTLEDERG G.F.C. - 300 CLUB - MONTHLY DRAW -

£250 (114) Liam McHugh - £150 (346) Fr B. Donnelly - £100 (6) Hugo McLaughlin - £50 (306) Martin Brogan

CAISLEAN NA DEIRGE G.A.C.

Seniors & Reserves - The season is over for another year with its ups and downs. Time for a rest and look forward to next year. Many thanks to everyone who helped this year in any way

Under 13s & Under 12s - Training on Saturday morning at 12 noon - Winter League starting soon

Under 16s & Under 18s - Seven’s continues on Sundays at 12 noon. Everyone welcome

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

COACHING : Any committed person interested in coaching and development of gaelic games at local schools please contact Damien Campbell

Athletics - There will be athletics at the pitch on Tuesday at 7 pm for under 14s, 12s, 10s - Both boys and girls are asked to come along

Scór na nóg - Many thanks to everyone who competed in Scór at the weekend. The club wishes to congratulate everyone on their great performances and many thanks for all their hard work and commitment. Good luck to those who will be taking part in the semi finals on Friday 5th November in St Joseph’s Hall, Omagh and Commisserations to those who did not qualify despite their excellent performances

Elaine McGoldrick - Financial Services is offering an opportunity to help raise funds for the club through insurance purchase - for further information contact : Berlinda Logue