This weekend 2nd Collection “Let the Children Live”. Fr Peter Walters will speak about his work with street children and children from the shanty towns of Medillin, Columbia at all Masses this weekend. He will make an appeal on behalf of his Small Charity that feeds and schools and provides accommodation for these vulnerable children.
Daily Mass changes this week St John's Mass only on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday St Thomas' on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. Divine Mercy Monthly Devotions Mass is at 7pm and followed by Adoration on Wednesday 23rd February at St Mary’s Church, 163 George Street, Paisley PA1 2UN. Children’s Rosary Group There will be a children’s rosary in the church on the first Friday of each month, commencing on Friday 4th March 2022 at 6:30pm. This is an opportunity for children of all ages to gather together to pray the rosary. This initiative has been running in other parishes in Scotland. All families are invited to attend and pre-school children are very welcome. The idea is that children as young as 4 or 5 and up to around 14 can learn to lead the rosary and make the rosary part of their daily lives. The rosary only lasts around 15 minutes and it is a lovely way to start the Lenten season as the Sunday obligation resumes. Please contact Lesley Ward if you need any further information ([email protected] 07910266821). 4O Days for Life This Lent the 40 Days for Life prayer group in Scotland will hold its annual vigil outside the maternity unit at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Glasgow. From Ash Wednesday 2nd March until Palm Sunday 10th April, from 8am until 8pm the site will be manned daily. As you can imagine this is a big undertaking, but we have managed to do it for the past five years. Today I ask you to join the Pro-Life cause by signing up for a slot during the 40 days, come hail, rain or shine. Usually, people give an hour of their time when we say the Joyful, Sorrowful and Glorious Mysteries. Please contact Matt Lynch on 07971234313. World Day of Prayer This will take place in Neilston Parish Church on Friday 4th March at 1:30pm. Tea/Coffee afterwards. All welcome! Singers for 11:30am Mass If you would like to join us at the 11:30am Mass please come up to the Choir Loft or call Alison on 07821 658845. Healing Service There will be a Healing Service taking place here in St John's on Tuesday 8th March at 7pm. Fr Joe and Joe Livingston will speak on the theme of Forgiveness, with Confession also available. Funerals this week St John's Ann Ferry on Thursday 24th February at 10am. St Thomas' Edward Cathcart on Friday 25th February at 10am. Safeguarding Training Part 2 Church Volunteers This training session is for Church volunteers who have previously attended Safeguarding Training Part One, or Safeguarding Training Level One, more than eighteen months ago. You can attend on Wednesday 23rd February at 10:30am in St Mirin’s hall or on Tuesday 1st March at 7pm in St John’s hall. If you would like to register for this session, please visit Eventbrite and search for Diocese of Paisley, Safeguarding Training, or visit the following https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/266920525477 We pray for those who have died recently: Agnes & William Brennan, Danny Campbell, Edward Cathcart, Ann Ferry, Kevin Finnell, Iain Lindsay, Kathleen McDonald; and for the Anniversaries of: Robert Collins, Susan Connolly, Jim Cook, Anne Docherty, Willie Donn, Bridget Duffin, Ruby Duffin, William Graham, Charles Henry, Norah Lafferty, Laraine Lee, Fay & Frank Lennon, Thomas McAllister, Mary McClune, Neil McDade, Tommy McGauley, Philip McKenna, Moira McNeil, Robert Martin, and Frances Winning. Clergy Anniversaries: Fr. Kevin Barry (1979), Canon John Doherty (2010) & Fr. James M. Quinn (1985)
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Second Collection this weekend
Spred (Special Religious Development). This is a religious programme for Children/Adults with a learning disability. Next weekend (19th/20th) Second Collection - “Let the Children Live” Fr Peter Walters will speak about his work with street children and children from the shanty towns of Medillin, Columbia at all Masses next weekend. He will make an appeal of behalf of his Small Charity that feeds and schools and provides accommodation for these vulnerable children. Month's Mind Mass for Canon Benedict O’Keeffe This will be celebrated here in St John's this Tuesday 15th at 7pm. Monthly Pro-Life Mass This Wednesday, 16th February at 7:30pm at Holy Cross Church, 113 Dixon Ave, G42 8ER. Adoration begins at 6:15pm. Diocesan Priesthood Thinking about Diocesan Priesthood in 2022? The Catholic Church in Scotland is now inviting enquiries from those considering applying for seminary. For more information please contact Fr. John Morrison tel: 01418895056 or email [email protected] SYNOD 2023 – Responses Pope Francis has invited All Catholics to express their dreams, ideas and concerns in preparation for the Synod of Bishops in 2023. The pope's invitation to discern a path forward for the church stems from his belief that the Holy Spirit inspires all members to be missionary disciples, sharing core Christian beliefs by going out to the world. The diocese wants to hear your views, and a consultation document with questions that may help direct your response can be found on www.rcdop.org.uk . All responses to [email protected] before 8th April 2022. All responses will be acknowledged. The Parish Council will also discuss the Consultation Document. The Joy of Love - Pope Francis on Love, Marriage and Family Life Come and learn more about the beautiful vision of God's plan for human love, marriage and family life contained in Pope Francis' Apostolic Exhortation Amoris Laetitia. To participate in the special year devoted to this exhortation, a series of five evenings explaining and exploring this vision begins on Thursday 17th February in St. Mirin's Cathedral hall from 7:30pm. Specially recorded videos by Pope Francis will be followed by short presentations on the exhortation, along with opportunities for discussion and questions, and a chance to socialise over refreshments. The evening should finish around 9pm. Please register at https://rcdop.org.uk/amoris-laetitia-evening-registration Safeguarding Training – Part Two – Church Volunteers There will be a Part Two training session taking place on Wednesday 23rd February at 10:30am in the parish hall at St. Mirin’s Cathedral, Paisley. This training session is for Church volunteers who have previously attended Safeguarding Training Part One, or Safeguarding Training Level One, more than eighteen months ago. If you would like to register for this session, please visit Eventbrite and search for Diocese of Paisley, Safeguarding Training, or type in the following link on Eventbrite. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/266920525477 St Thomas' No Saturday Morning Mass or Confessions next Saturday the 19th February. We pray for those who have died recently: Tony Brady, Edward Cathcart, Margaret Henaghan; and for the 6 month's mind of: Kevin Markey; and the Anniversaries of: John Bennett, Ronnie Burns, Sarah Burns, James Carroll, John & Mary Dickson, John & May Ferguson, William Finnigan, Bernadette Hartley, Marjorie & William Heaney, Lucy Hughes, Patricia Hughes, William Kelly, Tommy Leckie, George Mitchell, Lucy Mitchell, Catherine Moore, Marjorie Morrison, Kathleen McCann, Bridget & William McGuire, James McLaughlin, George & Isabel McMillan, Kenny & Patricia Ross, Sadie Ross, Henry Szuster, and Rena Weldon.
Second Collection this weekend: Monthly Building Fund.
Second Collection Next weekend: SPRED. The Obligation to attend Sunday Mass and Holy Days This will be reinstated on the First Sunday of Lent, 6th March 2022. There will, of course, be some people who do not have the confidence to return yet, but please encourage those who are fit and healthy, and confident, to return to Mass if they have not yet done so. The following measures should still remain in place:
SYNOD 2023 – Responses Pope Francis has invited All Catholics to express their dreams, ideas and concerns in preparation for the Synod of Bishops in 2023. The pope's invitation to discern a path forward for the church stems from his belief that the Holy Spirit inspires all members to be missionary disciples, sharing core Christian beliefs by going out to the world. The diocese wants to hear your views, and a consultation document with questions that may help direct your response can be found on www.rcdop.org.uk. All responses to [email protected] before 8th April 2022. All responses will be acknowledged. The Parish Council will also discuss the Consultation Document. Commonwealth Grave War Commission This group are trying to find some more background and information for the names on the War Memorial Windows in St Thomas. Do any parishioners at St Thomas/St John's have any Neilston or Barrhead soldier’s pictures. If so, please contact Tony Carlin [email protected] so that he can build the stories of the soldiers who were lost. January 100 Club Draw (St John's) 1st No 116 Ase Smith 2nd No 10 Margaret Cassidy 3rd No 49 Thomas Reilly 4th No 47 Margaret Docherty 5th No 4 Gerald Morrow You can pick up your winnings from the Sacristy. You can see the poster with more details in porch. The Joy of Love - Pope Francis on Love, Marriage and Family Life Come and learn more about the beautiful vision of God's plan for human love, marriage and family life contained in Pope Francis' Apostolic Exhortation Amoris Laetitia. To participate in the special year devoted to this exhortation, a series of 5 evenings explaining and exploring this vision begins on Thursday 17th February in St. Mirin's Cathedral hall from 7:30pm. Specially recorded videos by Pope Francis will be followed by short presentations on the exhortation, along with opportunities for discussion and questions, and a chance to socialise over refreshments. The evening should finish around 9pm. Everyone interested is most welcome to any or all of these evenings. In order to manage social distancing and catering, please register at https://rcdop.org.uk/amoris-laetitia-evening-registration We pray for those who have died recently, especially Kathleen Brown, Harry Burns Snr, Winnie Doherty, Marie Ennis, Patrick O’Dowd, James Thomson, Margaret Henaghen; and the 6 months' mind of Patricia Campbell; and for the Anniversaries of Molly Ball, John Darroch, John Dickson, Hiughie Duffy, Hannah Duggan, Mari-Loiuse Flannigan, Julia Ann Gillespie, Paul Goodwin, Jenny Hughes Hannigan, George Logue, Edward McCool, Kathleen McCool, Margaret McCool, Maureen McGrath, Bridget & William McGuire, Kathleen McHugh, Mary Hill, Rose Houston, David Reynolds, Patrick Reynolds, Jane Ronald, Robert Stewart, Martha Stirling, Pat Walker, Betty & Danny Williamson. Clergy Anniversaries: Canon Thomas Jamieson (2003). Sacred Heart Companions prayer Group Meeting this Tuesday 8th February in the Tea room from 1pm-2pm.
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Monthly Building Fund Canon Benedict O’Keeffe Month's Mind Mass We will celebrate a Month's Mind Mass for Canon Benny on Tuesday 15th February at 7pm. Family Planning - God’s Way - Nature’s Way: www.fertilitycare.org.uk The Billings Ovulation Method of Natural Fertility Regulation is very helpful for couples having difficulty conceiving and 99% effective in avoiding pregnancy with no side effects. Votives Candles Due to a hike in prices at the suppliers Votives candles will rise to 40p. All other Church sundries have risen dramatically in price. Diocesan Priesthood Thinking about Diocesan Priesthood in 2022? The Catholic Church in Scotland is now inviting enquiries from those considering applying for seminary. For more information please contact Fr. John Morrison tel: 01418895056 or email [email protected] Synodality in the Life & Mission of the Church The Bishops Conference of Scotland (BCOS) host ‘Synodality in the Life & Mission of the Church’ at 2pm on Saturday 12th February. The keynote speaker will be Cardinal Mario Grech, General Secretary of the Synod of Bishops. This online event will be streamed on the BCOS YouTube channel at bit.ly/BCOSYouTube SYNOD 2023 – Responses Pope Francis has invited All Catholics to express their dreams, ideas and concerns in preparation for the Synod of Bishops in 2023. The pope's invitation to discern a path forward for the church stems from his belief that the Holy Spirit inspires all members to be missionary disciples, sharing core Christian beliefs by going out to the world. The diocese wants to hear your views, and a consultation document with questions that may help direct your response can be found on www.rcdop.org.uk. All responses to [email protected] before 8th April 2022. All responses will be acknowledged. The Parish Council will also discuss the Consultation Document. Commonwealth Grave War Commission This group are trying to find some more background and information for the names on the War Memorial Windows in St Thomas. Do any parishioners at St Thomas/St John's have any Neilston or Barrhead soldier’s pictures. If so, please contact Tony Carlin [email protected] so that he can build the stories of the soldiers who were lost.
Second Collection this weekend
Sick & Retired Priests of the Diocese. 200 Club St Thomas' It is not too late to re-join or join for 2022. First draw won't take place until weekend of either 30th January or 6th February. Divine Mercy Monthly Devotions Holy Mass at 7pm, followed by Adoration on Wednesday 26th January which will be in St Mary’s Church, 163 George Street, Paisley. These devotions will be held on the last Wednesday of every month so please put a note in your diary. Please note there will be no Divine Mercy Mass in the months of July, August and December. Diocesan Priesthood Thinking about Diocesan Priesthood in 2022? The Catholic Church in Scotland is now inviting enquiries from those considering applying for seminary. For more information please contact Fr. John Morrison tel: 01418895056 or email [email protected] Family Planning - God’s Way - Nature’s Way www.fertilitycare.org.uk The Billings Ovulation Method of Natural Fertility Regulation is very helpful for couples having difficulty conceiving and 99% effective in avoiding pregnancy with no side effects. Would you like to join our Diocesan Choir? Rehearsals begin on the 27th January, at 7pm in St Mirin’s Cathedral. Contact our Diocesan Director of Music, Michael, at [email protected] confirming your attendance. Young Adults (18-30) Conor and Naomi Gildea will speak on The Sacrament of Matrimony from 7pm in St Mirin's Cathedral this Wednesday 26th January. The event is preceded by Holy Mass at 6pm and followed by adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and Benediction. The opportunity to meet for drinks after our event is subject to restrictions. Connect with us, on social media (Facebook, Twitter and Instagram). SYNOD 2023 – Responses Pope Francis has invited all Catholics to express their dreams, ideas and concerns in preparation for the Synod of Bishops in 2023. The pope's invitation to discern a path forward for the church stems from his belief that the Holy Spirit inspires all members to be missionary disciples, sharing core Christian beliefs by going out to the world. The diocese wants to hear your views, and a consultation document with questions that may help direct your response can be found on www.rcdop.org.uk. All responses to [email protected] before 8th April 2022. All responses will be acknowledged. The Parish Council will also discuss the Consultation Document. Beginning Experience Weekend for those experiencing Bereavement through divorce, separation or widowhood. From 25th-27th March in St Mary’s Monastery, Kinnoull, Perth. Completed applications by 12th March. Call Catherine on 0131 665 3383 or email [email protected] for details. Funerals in St John's Tuesday 25th January: Marion Breen Wednesday 26th January: William Drummond Thursday 27th January: Agnes Preece Funeral for Fr Benny O’Keeffe St Andrews, Greenock, at 12 Noon on Friday 28th January and internment in St Convals, Barrhead at 2pm. We pray for those who have died recently Marion Breen, William Drummond, Fr Benny O’Keeffe, Agnes Preece, Mary Carol Tamburrini, Joe Wilkinson; and for the Anniversaries of Leonard Bradley, Mary Buchanan, Jim Casey, Elizabeth & John Connelly, Rose Gormlie, Reta Owens, Betty & Billy McShane, Lex Shields, Annie Wylie, Alec Wylie, Sandra Wylie. Diocesan Clergy Anniversaries Fr. Kevin Whitty (1955), Fr. Simon Keane (1951), Canon James M. Lillia (1979).
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St John's £424.83 & St Thomas' £246.18 (Crib Collections) St Anthony’s Box Collections for Dec St John's £ 256.74 & St Thomas' £217.44. Monies sent to Marys Meals. Second Collection next weekend: Sick & Retired Priests Faith, Family and Fraternity: A Call to Service Supporting our clergy, serving in our parishes, helping the needy and developing our personal and family faith with like- minded men. If you are a man aged 16 or over, Province 1 of the KSC is recruiting in the Diocese just now. For more information on how to join Britain’s largest Catholic layman’s organisation, call John O’Donnell on 07854 886425 or email: [email protected] Marriage and family webpage The Diocese have a dedicated page on the website for Marriage and Family life. It contains a wealth of information, support and resources for many aspects of this important vocation. For more information please visit https://rcdop.org.uk/marriage-family-life-2 Online Marriage Counselling available during Covid 19 Crisis Our Diocese has a Counselling Service for Catholics Married in the Catholic Church with our dedicated Catholic Marriage Counsellor. If you are concerned about your relationship and feel you are both unable to reach a conclusion alone, it is likely that you will benefit from marriage counselling. The counsellor is there to maintain a neutral, non-judgmental position. [email protected] Pro-Life Mass The monthly Pro-Life Mass is on Wednesday 19th January at 7:30pm at Holy Cross, 113 Dixon Ave, G42 8ER. Adoration begins at 6:15pm. All welcome. The celebrant will be Mgr John Tormey. Family Planning - God’s Way, Nature’s Way www.fertilitycare.org.uk The Billings Ovulation Method of Natural Fertility Regulation is very helpful for couples having difficulty conceiving and 99% effective in avoiding pregnancy with no side effects. Diocesan Priesthood Thinking about Diocesan Priesthood in 2022? The Catholic Church in Scotland is now inviting enquiries from those considering applying for seminary. For more information please contact Fr. John Morrison tel: 01418895056 or email [email protected] Would you like to join our Diocesan Choir? The Diocesan Choir are starting their rehearsals on the 27th January, at 7pm in St Mirin’s Cathedral. If you are interested please contact our Diocesan Director of Music, Michael, at [email protected] confirming your attendance. Young Adults (18-30) Join us for our next event on Wednesday 26th January. Conor and Naomi Gildea will speak on The Sacrament of Matrimony from 7pm in St Mirin's Cathedral. The event is preceded by Holy Mass at 6pm and followed by adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and Benediction. The opportunity to meet for drinks after our event is subject to restrictions. More details will follow. To keep up to date with our schedule of events, connect with us on social media (Facebook, Twitter and Instagram). We pray for those who have died recently, especially: Marion Breen, Fr Jim Docherty, David McDonald, Tommy O’Neil, Joe Wilkinson; and for the Anniversaries of: Ann Alford, Patrick Brady, Jim Brown, Margaret & Michael Campbell, Brain Corcoran, Desmond & Jane Coleman, Mary Doyle, Maria Hannigan, Ethna Herbert, George Major, Bernadette Mowbray, Maureen Muldoon, Jean McAllister, Neil McDade, Maria & Tommy O’Hara, Annie & John O’Neil; and for Clergy Anniversaries: Canon John T. Earley (1987), Fr. Thomas F. Ryan (1997), Canon James Murphy (2002), Fr. Denis McKillop (1983), Fr. Hugh Heslin, Fr. Joseph Logue and Monsignor Francis Magauran.
Second Collection this weekend
Monthly Building transferred from last weekend due to Justice & Peace Collection. A Big Thank You Fr Joe & Fr Jonathan would like to thank you for your Christmas cards, greetings and gifts. We were very touched by your generosity and encouragement. Also, a sincere thank you to all those who gave of their time for the Liturgies over Christmas: our florists, musicians, organists & choirs, sacristans & altar servers, cleaners, stewards & pass keepers, extra-ordinary minister & readers, children’s liturgy, and those who put up the cribs, decorations and tree. Welcome to Colm Docherty We welcome Colm, who is one of our Diocesan Seminarians and is studying at St Mary’s College, Oscott, England. He arrived on Thursday 6th Jan and will be with us to gain Pastoral experience until the 19th of January. Archbishop Tartaglia RIP On Thursday 13th January, we will mark the first anniversary since the death of Archbishop Tartaglia, the fourth Bishop of the Diocese of Paisley. The 10am Mass at St Mirin’s Cathedral will be celebrated by Bishop Keenan on Thursday. All are welcome to attend. Faith, Family and Fraternity: A Call to Service Supporting our clergy, serving in our parishes, helping the needy and developing our personal and family faith with like- minded men. If you are a man aged 16 or over, Province 1 of the KSC is recruiting in the Diocese just now. For more information on how to join Britain’s largest Catholic layman’s organisation, call John O’Donnell on 07854 886425 or email: [email protected] Think Vocation “God, here I am! I am coming to do your will." Can you make that offer, to put yourself at the disposal of God’s plan for his people and for the world? Fr. John Morrison on 01418895056 or email [email protected] Funeral in St John's Thursday 13th January: Felix Ferguson. Marriage and family webpage The Diocese have a dedicated page on the website for Marriage and Family life. It contains a wealth of information, support and resources for many aspects of this important vocation. For more information please visit https://rcdop.org.uk/marriage-family-life-2 Online Marriage Counselling available during Covid 19 Crisis Our Diocese has a Counselling Service for Catholics Married in the Catholic Church with our dedicated Catholic Marriage Counsellor. If you are concerned about your relationship and feel you are both unable to reach a conclusion alone, it is likely that you will benefit from marriage counselling. The counsellor is there to maintain a neutral, non-judgmental position. [email protected] Blessing of houses Fr Joe & Fr Jonathan hope to begin blessing your homes this week. We will call you first to arrange a convenient time. We pray for those who have died recently, especially Joe Coyne, Tony Docherty, Felix Ferguson; and for the Anniversaries of John Anderson, Mary Armstrong, Helen Bannatyne, James Connor, Willie Devine, Robert Furie, Robert Gribbon, Maria Hannigan, Bob Malany, Clare Murray, Charles McAleavy, Dominic McCue, Jean McFadyen, Margaret McIlreavy, Gregg Thomas McMaster, Morag MacNeil, Margaret Sandford, Margaret & Owen Taylor; and the anniversaries of the deaths of our dear priests who have returned to the Lord around the Advent and Christmas Seasons Canon Eugene Divney (1976), Monsignor Hugh Gallagher (2002), Canon William Harkins (2015), Canon Michael Teehan (1976), Canon Robert Barclay (1971), Fr. Patrick Burke (1991), Canon Thomas Nolan (2015), Monsignor Peter Murphy (1999), Canon Andrew Reid (2005), Canon James Fisher (1977), Canon Joseph Quinn (2005), Fr. Joseph Alexander (2003), and Canon Patrick Cummins (1972).
Obligation to attend Mass on Sundays/Holy Days of Obligation
This obligation will be re-instated from Sunday 2nd January 2022, the Solemnity of the Epiphany. CHRISTMAS MASSES
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Friday 24th December: Vigil Mass 5:30pm, Midnight Mass (12 midnight).
Christmas Morning 10am, 11:30am. Sunday 26th December - Feast of Holy Family: 10am, 11:30am, 5pm (No Saturday Vigil on Christmas Day night) Monday 27th December - Patronal Feast of St John the Evangelist: Mass at 10am to celebrate our Parish Patron. Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God 1st Jan: Both Parishes Masses at 10am. Both Parishes will be Consecrated to Our Blessed Mother. Sunday 2nd January - Feast of the Epiphany: 10am, 11:30am, 5pm (No Saturday Vigil, 1st Jan, New Year’s Day night)
Friday 24th December: Vigil Masses 5pm, 7pm
Christmas Morning 10am. Sunday 26th December - Feast of Holy Family: 8:30am, 10am (No Saturday Vigil, Christmas Day night) Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God 1st Jan: Both Parishes Masses at 10am. Both Parishes will be Consecrated to Our Blessed Mother. Sunday 2nd January - Feast of the Epiphany: 8:30am, 10am (No Saturday Vigil, 1st Jan, New Year’s Day night Rorate Mass: This Wednesday 22nd December at 7:30am The Mass is celebrated in candle light, beginning in darkness and ending as a new day dawns, and we await, Christ the Light of the world. Assisted Suicide Public Consultation https://www.spuc.org.uk/assisteddyingscotlandconsultation The consultation is running until Wednesday 22 December 21. Please take time to complete. Jesse Tree The vouchers have been distributed to our local schools. Thank you for your generosity. Gentle Reminder Please continue to wear face-masks (unless exempt) and to sanitise your hands on entering/leaving the Church and sign in and to respect people’s personal space. Thank you. St Thomas 200 Club Margaret Wood will be available this weekend of 18/19 Dec after Mass for renewing or wishing to join for next year. It is £10 per number for the year, one draw, each month except for July & August. (50% of proceeds to prize winners and 50% for church funds) Oratory Christmas Closure Please note that the Oratory will be closed for Eucharistic Adoration from 9:00pm on Wednesday, December 22nd until 10:30am on Wednesday, January 5th. Blessing of homes January 2022 We are reviving a beautiful tradition of the Church called “House Blessings”. As we begin a New Year, Fr Joe/Jonathan will be delighted to visit your home to offer the Lord’s blessing and protection for the year ahead. To arrange a visit, cut off the slip at the bottom of your bulletin and return with details completed as soon as possible. Vigil Mass in St Thomas from weekend 8th January 2022 The Vigil Mass will revert back to 4pm. However, if one of the priests is away, the Mass will be cancelled. We pray for those who have died recently, especially Gavin Boyle, George McGuire, Catherine Lawless, John Michael Mooney; the 1st month's mind of Helen Markey; the 3 months' mind of Tony McLachlan; the 6 months' mind of Brian Tinney; and for the Anniversaries of John Boyle, John & Helen Carroll, Mariano Coelho, Andy Divers, Thomas Guthrie, John & Rose Farrell, James Hallan Snr, Ann Hannigan, Vincent Hannigan, Jack Kennedy, Elizabeth Mooney, Jim & Margaret Murphy, Maureen McGuire, Sheila & Susan McKee, Nancy McKenna, James McQuade, Marc Smith, and Thomas Wood. Marriage Preparation Courses Please download the file below for information on courses for couples preparing for the sacrament of marriage.
Obligation to attend Mass on Sundays/Holy Days of Obligation
This obligation will be re-instated from Sunday 2nd January 2022, the Solemnity of the Epiphany. Christmas Masses St John's 24th Dec: Vigil Mass 5:30pm. Midnight Mass (12 midnight). Christmas Morning: 10am & 11:30am. St Thomas 24th Dec: Vigil Masses 5pm, 7pm Christmas Morning: 10am. Funeral in St John's Gerald Finnell on Monday 13th December at 10am. Sacred Heart Companions Prayer Group Meeting in Tea Room this Tuesday 14th December from 1pm-2pm. Rorate Mass: Each Wednesday of Advent at 7:30am The Mass is celebrated in candle light, beginning in darkness and ending as a new day dawns, and we await, Christ the Light of the world. Monthly Pro-Life Mass This Wednesday, 15th December at 7:30pm at Holy Cross, 113 Dixon Ave, G42 8ER. Adoration begins at 6:15pm and Confession will be available throughout. The celebrant will be Fr Ben Mournian. Men on a Mission - Advent Evening: Thursday 16th December at 7:30pm We invite all men of the Diocese to join us for an Advent Holy Hour in St. Mirin's Cathedral, followed by socialising over appropriate refreshments in the diocesan centre! Please register at https://rcdop.org.uk/mens-advent-holy-hour Assisted Suicide Public Consultation https://www.spuc.org.uk/assisteddyingscotlandconsultation The consultation is running until Wednesday 22 December 21. Please take time to complete. Jesse Tree (both Parishes) We are inviting those who wish to help families in schools & community who maybe struggling to buy Shopping Vouchers to be given as Gifts from our Parishes. Please drop off vouchers in box/house. Please mark amount on outside of envelope. Think vocation “What must we do?” The people ask John for guidance. Are seeking advice on what God is asking of you too. Diocesan Vocations Director, Fr. John Morrison Tel: 01418895056 / e-mail [email protected] Gentle Reminder Please continue to wear face-masks (unless exempt) and to sanitise your hands on entering/leaving and to respect people’s personal space. Thank you. St Thomas 200 Club: Margaret Wood will be available next weekend of 18/19 Dec after Mass for renewing or wishing to join for next year. It is £10 per number for the year, one draw, each month except for July & August. (50% of proceeds to prize winners and 50% for church funds) St John's 100 Club November Winners 1st £100 Mgt Cassidy No 10, 2nd £70 T & M Mc Bride No 11, 3rd £35 M. Collins No 63, 4th £20 Thos Reilly No 49, 5th £20 M M Davidson No 78. Scottish Catholic Magazine Newest copy available at £2. Place monies in Paper Box (St John's) and Stall box (St Thomas). If you want to order a copy see Fr Joe/Jonathan. We pray for those who have died recently Gerald Finnell, John Keenan, Patricia Dailly, James McMillan, and Frank Ward; and for the Anniversaries of Margaret Carroll, Amelia Clarke, Winnie Colclough, Nessie Collins, David Davidson, Kathyrn Devlin, Isabella Docherty, Gerard Ellis, William Ellis, Thomas Hughes, Jim Minnery, Robert Minnery, Bernard & Susan McAllister Mary McAllister, Carol O’Donnell, Alex & Dolly Quinn, Mary & Tommy Sproul, Hugh Welsh, Canon Eugene Divney, Mon Hugh Gallagher, Canon William Harkins, Canon Michael Teehan, and Canon Robert Barclay.
This weekend: Monthly Building Fund
Obligation to attend Mass on Sundays/Holy Days of Obligation This obligation will be re-instated from Sunday 2nd January 2022, the Solemnity of the Epiphany. Rorate Mass: Each Wednesday of Advent at 7:30am The Mass is celebrated in candle light, beginning in darkness and ending as a new day dawns, and we await, Christ the Light of the world. Deanery Reconciliation/Confessions The 4 Priests of the Deanery will hear Confessions in St Joseph’s Clarkston this Tuesday 7th December at 7pm and on Thursday 9th December here in St John's at 7pm. Assisted Suicide Public Consultation We must send a strong message to Mr. McArthur, MSPs and the Scottish Government: that assisted suicide is a dangerous and unethical practice that must never be legalised in Scotland or any other part of the UK. The consultation is running until Wednesday 22 December 21. Please complete the questionnaire as soon as you can and encourage others to do the same. https://www.spuc.org.uk/assisteddyingscotlandconsultation Closing Mass for the Year of St Joseph The year dedicated to St Joseph will be formally closed with Mass at 7:00pm on Wednesday 8th December, the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, in St Mirin’s Cathedral. St Thomas 200 Club Margaret Wood will be available after both Masses on the weekend of 18/19 December for those renewing or wishing to join for next year. It is £10 per number for the year, one draw, each month except for July & August. (50% of proceeds to prize winners and 50% for church funds) Action of Barrhead Churches ABC will be having their annual Carol Singing at Tesco at 10:30am on Saturday 18th December and wish to invite anyone who would be happy to join them. Gentle Reminder Please continue to wear face-masks (unless exempt) and to sanitise your hands on entering/leaving and to respect people’s personal space. Thank you. Men on a Mission - Advent Evening: Thursday 16th December at 7:30pm We invite all men of the Diocese to join us for an Advent Holy Hour in St. Mirin's Cathedral, on Thursday 16th December at 7:30pm, followed by socialising over appropriate refreshments in the Diocesan centre. Please register at https://rcdop.org.uk/mens-advent-holy-hour CHRISTMAS MASSES St John's 24th Dec: Vigil Mass 5:30pm. Midnight Mass (12 midnight). Christmas Morning: 10am, 11:30am. St Thomas: 24th Dec: Vigil Masses 5pm, 7pm Christmas Morning: 10am. Funerals in St John's: Mon 6th Dec: Bernard Lafferty. Tues 7th Dec: Ellen Burns. Jesse Tree (both Parishes) We are inviting those who wish to help families in schools & community who maybe struggling to buy Shopping Vouchers to be given as Gifts from our Parishes. Please drop off vouchers in box/house. Faith, Family and Fraternity - A Call to Service Supporting our clergy, serving in our parishes, helping the needy and developing our personal and family faith with like- minded men. If you are a man aged 16 or over, Province 1 of the KSC is recruiting in the Diocese just now. Call John O’Donnell on 07854 886425 or email [email protected] We pray for those who have died recently, especially Noreen Brennan, Ellen Burns, Gerald Finnell, James Fleming, Bernard Lafferty, Margaret Lillie, James McGowan, Martin Reilly; the 1st month's mind of Tom Cloherty; and for the anniversaries of Jane Balmer, Elliot Cleary, Gerald Conafray, George Docherty, John McFlynn, Ian McGarrigle, Catherine & Michael McGuire, John O’Neill, Jane Sloan, Monica Tipping. |
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