BALLYHACKAMORE
SUNDAY BULLETIN
VOL. 24 NO. 25 15TH MAY 2016
Father Ciaran Feeney Adm. 191 Upper Newtownards Road, Belfast, BT4 3JB.
Phone – 9065 4157. Website: www.st-colmcilles.net
E-mail:
St. Joseph’s Primary School – www.stjosephsps.co.uk Phone – 9065 0039
St Colmcille’s Pre School – www.stcolmcilles-preschool.co.uk. Phone – 9047 2724
PENTECOST SUNDAY – (Page 398, 452 & 330)
7th Week in Ordinary Time
Readings : Sunday Cycle C, Weekday Cycle 2, Psalter Week 3
EntranceAntiphon / The Spirit of the Lord has filled the whole world and that which contains all things understands what is said, alleluia.
1st Reading / (Acts 2:1-11) They were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak.
Psalm / Send forth your Spirit, O Lord, and renew the face of the earth.
2nd Reading / (Romans 8:8-17) Everyone moved by the Spirit is a son of God.
Acclamation / Alleluia, alleluia! Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Alleluia!
Gospel / (John 14:15-16, 23-26) The Holy Spirit will teach you everything.
Children / Jesus promised to send us the Holy Spirit so that we can remember everything he taught us. Jesus ask us to love him and to follow his teachings always.
Communion
Antiphon / They were all filled with the Holy Spirit and spoke of the marvels of God, alleluia.
MASS TIMES FOR COMING WEEK
Saturday / Sunday / Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday / Friday6.30pm
Kay Hill / 9.30am
Daniel McConnell / 9.30am
Elsie Campbell / 9.30am
Billy Truesdale / 9.30am / 9.30am
Confession at 6.00pm / 11.30am
Could those who are last to leave the Parish grounds
in the evening please close the car park gates.
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION
This Sunday is a very important day for the young people of the Parish who are receiving the sacrament of Holy Communion at the 11.30am Mass. It is a special occasion and a day of great joy, not only for the boys and girls and their families, but it is a joyful day for the whole parish community.
Congratulations to all the children who are receiving their First Holy Communion and we ask parishioners to remember them in their prayers:
Emma Archer, Ruby Atkins, Fiona Batas, Cherizz Bergantinos, Sonia-Julia Bhargan, Cara Birt, Elijah Blake, Eli Cairns, Dara Cotter, Christopher Cusick, Reno-Jude Cyriac, Isabella Deards, Benjamin Delamare, Rachel Ferguson, Ruairi Gillespie, Aoife Hadley, Alfie Hampton, Aaron Harding, Sophie Hart, Charlotte Hutcheon, Cliona Hutchinson, Niamh Hyde, Luke Kearney, Darragh Kelly, Ellen Kelly, Julia Kempinska, Sarah Kernohan, Louis Kerr, Christopher Latimer, Olivia Leskiewicz, Dara McCabe, James McClure, Cara McDermott, Mia McDowell, Ella McIver, Jacob McIver, Fionnuala McKeown, Alice McKimm, Elizabeth McQuillan, Mathew Michrina, Kobi Isaac Miranda, Tom Moffett, Grace Monteith, Thomas Morelli-Moore, Rebecca Muir, James Nelson, Lewis Noonan, Muirinn O’Brien, James O’Kane, Imogen O’Mahoney-Truesdale, Shea O’Neill, Evanna Oakes, Lucy Quinn, Noah Reynolds, Jack Ryden, Khiro Sansalian, Leo Shipsides, Megan Smyth, Javier Sroka, Emily Strahan, Olivia Strahan, Nikitha Sunny, Tyler Sweet, Malachy Tohill, Lea Uhrinora, Daniel Ward and Aoife Wolfe.
Our thanks to the Parents, Teachers and Catechists for all their support in preparing the children for First Holy Communion.
DECEASED
We pray for the repose of the soul of Billy Truesdale, who died recenlty and for Kay Hill whose months mind occurs this weekend and for all those whose anniversaries occur at this time of year especially:
Daniel McConnell, Elsie Campbell, Alejandron Penaranda, Una Gallaher,
Ted Gallahger, Sam Heath, George Bell and Dorothy Gilmore.
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT - we can be contacted on 074 5698 9458. Our members are Regiena Babu, Eithne Daly, Brenda McMeekin, David McMeekin, Celine Molloy, Joan Rogan and Lucy Traynor.
ADORATION
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT - is held in the parish every Monday and Tuesday from 2.00pm to 9.00pm in the Chapel of Adoration. Entrance is from the outside door at the left side of the Church. Adoration teams cover specific hours. There is still opportunity to join the rota (details beside Bulletin box in the porch of the Church) or feel free to drop in at anytime during these hours.
CHAPEL OF ADORATION – Arrangements are being made to furnish the Chapel with a new tabernacle, seating, kneelers etc over the next few weeks to create a space of reverence, dignity and beauty. This will be such a blessing for the parish and future generations. If you wish to sponsor or make a contribution towards the cost of an item, envelopes with further details of these items are available this weekend at all the Masses. They can be returned to the parish office for the Parish Adoration Committee, put in the Offertory Collection basket next weekend or given to Fr Feeney. All contributions will be acknowledged
YEAR OF MERCY – GIVE TO THOSE WHO THIRST
“We will entrust the life of the Church, all humanity, and the entire cosmos to the Lordship of Christ, asking him to pour out his mercy upon us like the morning dew, so that everyone may work together to build a brighter future.” Pope Francis, Misericordia Vultus 5.
It is a tragedy that people still live without clean water. Charities like Trócaire and Habitat provide basic resources for people in developing countries. Are you in a position to support their work? Or you could be conscious of the amount of water you use and work to reduce waste?
YEAR OF MERCY DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES – application forms are now available from the Parish Office. Fare, inclusive of all charges, return flight from Belfast to Lourdes and full board in hotels in Lourdes, is: 5 nights (July 11-16th) - £550 in hotel or £430 in hospital; 7 nights (10-17th) - £600; Youth Team age 16-25 (8-17th) - £500. For more information contact the Pilgrimage Office on 9064 6040 or email .
YEAR OF MERCY PILGRIMAGE TO POLAND St. Patrick's Parish, which hosts the Door of Mercy for Down and Connor Diocese, will lead a Pilgrimage of Mercy to Poland from 8th to 15th September. Pilgrims will be accommodated on a half-board basis in a luxury 4* hotel in the historic city of Krakow. Pilgrims will have an opportunity to visit the Wieliczka Salt Mine, the shrine at Czestochowa, Wawel Castle and Cathedral, the birthplace of St. John Paul II, the tomb of St. Faustina, the shrine of Divine Mercy and Auschwitz Concentration Camp. Itineraries and booking forms are available from St. Patrick's Parish Office, 199 Donegall Street, Belfast (Tel: 9032 4597). The cost of the pilgrimage is €995 per person sharing (a single supplement applies). Places are limited so book early to avoid disappointment.
CTS BOOKLETS – for the Year of Mercy, are now available to purchase from the stand in the Church porch.
ARRANGEMENTS FOR BAPTISM IN OUR PARISH
The Sacrament of Baptism is one of the most joyful occasions both for the family and the Parish and everyone is welcome. The next Baptismal Course takes place this Tuesday evening in the Iona Room from 8.00pm to 9.30pm, where parents will receive their Baptismal pack and can arrange the date for their child’s Baptism. Baptisms in the Parish take place on the first and last Sunday of each month and attendance at the course is arranged through Philomena in the Parish Office.
PARISH FAMILY
EXAM BUDDIES-all studentspreparing for exams are invited to take an exam pack from the table in the Church porch and to place their name on the Exam Buddies notice board there. Parishioners are invited to place their name on the Prayer Sponsors board and then pray for the students over the exam period in May and June.
INTERCESSORY PRAYER TEAM - is a small group who meet on a weekly basis to add their voices to yours, presenting your needs to God. Requests for prayer can be made by completing a Petition Slip and placing it in thePrayer Request Box, both of which can be found in Our Lady’s Prayer Space, or by emailing . All requests are treated with the strictest confidence and you can make your request anonymously if you wish.
SEVEN DAY CANDLE - burns continuously at Our Lady’s Prayer Space in the Sanctuary for the intentions of a sponsor. Candles cost £5 each and this offering should be placed in the box in the wall when you light your candle.
HALL BOOKINGS - Pat is available to take bookings for the Hall. Please phone her on 9067 1036, Monday to Friday evening from 7.00pm to 8.00pm.
THE SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL - CLARE LODGE CENTRE - A centre for well being. Situated at 3 Castle Place Newcastle, County Down, Clare Lodge is more than just a holiday centre, it is a haven of peace and tranquillity for those who need a break from the pressures of day to day life, or to enjoy a relaxing stay by the sea. One of the few holiday centres to be opened all year round Clare Lodge can accommodate 42 guests in 18 en suite bedrooms all with tea and coffee making facilities free internet access and flat screen televisions. Together with a large dining hall, comfortable lounge and an outside seating area, this is a modern, spacious centre. All rooms are wheelchair accessible with a lift for ease of access. We can offer week long breaks, Sunday to Saturday as well as midweek and weekends on a full board basis which includes, breakfast, lunch, evening meal and light supper. Bed and breakfast and tailored options are also available. For further information contact any member of your local St. Vincent de Paul Conference or directly to Clare Lodge on 4372 2849.
MONEY MATTERS
Many thanks to all who contributed so generously to the collections.
Annual Diocesan Collection for the Education of our Student Priests - will be taken up at all Masses this weekend. This year our Diocese has eight students in training for the Priesthood. Rev. James O’Reilly will be ordained Sunday, 12thJune at 3.00pm in the Church of Christ the Redeemer. The other students are Manuelito, Tony, James, Michael, Kevin, Christopher and Stiofan. Please keep them in your prayers. Your financial contribution is another concrete way of supporting our students as they journey towards Priesthood for service in our parishes.
PARISH DRAW
Thank you to everyone who signed up to this year's Parish Draw. Tickets will be given out within the next couple of weeks by members of the Parish Social & Fundraising Committee If you need any more information you can contact Lucy on 079 0080 7589 or Mary on 078 1549 3463or any member of the Social & Fundraising Committee.
THIS WEEK
BELMONT AND DISTRICT COUNCIL OF CHURCHES - will hold their Pentecost Service on this Sunday, in Garnerville Church at 7.00pm. All welcome.
SCRIPTURE STUDY GROUP - our next meeting is this Tuesday evening at 8.00pm in the Committee Room to reviews the readings for Trinity Sunday and The Feast of the Body and Blood of Christ.
WEDNESDAY CLUB - outing to Lissan House, Cookstown this Wednesday. Bus leaving at 11.00am. Cost £20. To book please ring Pat on 9067 1036 or Anna on 9065 1351. We welcome anyone who would like to join us on this day out.
WATCH AND PRAISE - Down and Connor Young Adult Ministry are hosting an evening of prayer, Eucharistic adoration and praise this Thursday evening in the Chapel of the Adoration Convent on the Falls Road, Belfast. The evening is organised for young adults (18-35) but all are welcome. It will consist of a Holy Hour with reflective music and then tea and chat!We are very grateful to the Adoration Sisters for making us feel so welcome and we look forward to seeing you there.
artisan market - will be held in the Church Grounds next Saturday from 10.00am to 2.00pm. Volunteers to help stallholders set up and pack up would be greatly appreciated.
APOSTOLIC WORK ANNUAL DISPLAY AND SALE - will be held next Saturday and Sunday.
COMING EVENTS
STEAK AND SLIDERS NIGHT - book your place now for the annual Steak and Sliders BBQ in the Hall on Friday 3rdJune. Finest sirloin steaks, chicken fillets or vegetarian option with fabulous salads and sides plus the ever popular ice cream sliders all for £15. This has been a very successful night for a number of years now so bring your friends, even book a table and enjoy the evening with 1970’s disco. BYO drinks. In order to plan food please confirm attendance to the social and fundraising team at all Masses this weekend or ring Lucy on 079 0080 7589 or Mary on 078 1549 3463.
OTHER NOTICES
INTERESTED IN ADOPTION? - Family Care Society specialises in finding forever families for children aged 3 years old and upwards and for brothers and sisters. This year we have successfully placed more brothers and sisters together and half of them were over the age of 3. Many more children need forever families. Could you be their new family? We are also seeking families who would be interested in becoming concurrent carers for babies under 2 years old. If you would like to talk to one of our specialist adoption practitioners please contact: Rachael on 9069 1133, Julie or Brian on 7136 8592 or email: . We look forward to hearing from you.
BELFAST ONE WORLD RUN – this event is held annually at this time of year to raise funds for four of the leading charities working with the poor and deprived in various under-developed countries: Christian Aid, Concern Worldwide, Oxfam and Trociare. The Run - formerly called the "THIRD WORLD RUN" has been held annually since 1987, so this will actually be the 30th staging of the event ! It is organised by a small voluntary cross-community committee working in conjunction with the four agencies, and all proceeds from the event, now totalling more than £195,000 over the past 29 years, are divided between them. We will hope to pass the £200,000 total this year! This year's Run is being held In Ormeau Park next Sunday at 3.00 pm. There are three separate events: - a 10K Run, and 5K and 2K Runs or Walks, so entrants of all ages and abilities can participate, from serious runners to pensioners, toddlers, family groups etc . A new feature this year is that accurate chip timing has been introduced for the 10K Run to attract the more experienced club runners. For more information and an entry form please visit the website www.belfastoneworldrun.com