1 SUNDAY 24TH MAY 2015 St Teresa s Parish Bulletin Fr Brendan Hickland P.P Fr Aloysius Lumala Parish Office brendanh2@btinternet.com Tel: 028 9089 0955 Tel: 9061 2855 (Please note new e-mail) Ext (2) SUNDAY MASSES: St Teresa s Vigil Sat 6pm Sun 12noon St Matthias Sunday 10.00am Holy Spirit Sunday 11.00am WEEKDAY MASSES: St Teresa s Monday-Wednesday 10.00am St Matthias Thursday - Saturday 10.00am Holy Spirit Tuesday Thursday & 1st Friday 7pm. CONFESSIONS: St Teresa s Saturday 5.30pm/6.00pm St Matthias First Thursday after 10.00am Mass Holy Spirit 1st Friday 6.30pm Or on request ST LOUISE S COLLEGE St Louise's College Religious Choir will give a special recital of liturgical music in St Teresa's Church on Thursday 18th June at 7.30 p.m. The evening will form part of the ongoing celebrations, within the parish, for the 500th anniversary of the birth of St Teresa of Avila. Refreshments will be served in the Parish Centre after the recital. ALL WELCOME Any donations, to offset the Parish debt, would be much appreciated. LEGION OF MARY HOSTEL COLLECTION The Legion of Mary Annual Church Door Collection will take place on the weekend of 30th/31st May 2015 The Hostels rely on this source of income to continue and improve their service to the homeless and disadvantaged
2 PAGE 2 RECENTLY DECEASED Kathleen Lee Rita Ginley Peter Woods Sarah Morgan Joseph Smith David Brady M/M Edward Ferrin ANNIVERSARIES Oliver Goldsmith Gerry Mc Menamin Charles Flanagan Muriel Molloy Celine Mc Laughlin Thomas O Toole Iris Flynn Paul Montgomery Kathleen Hamilton Billy Cunningham John & Sarah Mc Sherry Paul Irvine (Birthday memory) Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord At this exam time we, as a parish community, prayerfully remember and support our students at this stressful time. May they know our concern and love for them CANDLES WILL BURN FOR ST. TERESA S Special Intention ST MATTHIAS S Special Intention HOLY SPIRIT Special Intention OFFERTORY COLLECTION Last week was 1677.00 Education of Diocesan Students 845.00 Thank you for your generous financial support Brother Mc Kenna from the Christian Brothers on the Glen Road will be holding reflection on the Sunday Gospel each Wednesday at 7.30p.m. in the Stables (Parish Office) Please support Brother McKenna by taking time to pray and reflect on the Sunday Gospel. ALL WELCOME Twitter@pontifex God is always waiting for us, he always understands us, he always forgives us.
3 PAGE 3 ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT Extension of Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will commence Friday 5 th June and every Friday thereafter, 8.00AM TO 8.00PM in the Meeting Room at St Matthias s Church A speaker will talk at each mass this weekend 23 th and 24 th May in all three churches. Question: What qualification do you need in order to be on the parish team for Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament? Answer: One hour at your disposal and a willing heart. To inaugurate our extended weekly FRIDAY Eucharistic Adoration, a Special Prayer Service, INCLUDING Benediction, will TAKE PLACE at 7.00 p.m. on Friday 29 th May in St Matthias s Church. Please join us to celebrate THIS NEW COMMITMENT TO PRAYER IN OUR PARISH. A COMMITMENT THAT IS SURE TO BRING US MANY BLESSINGS FROM THE LORD During this year since the 500 th birth of St. Teresa of Jesus we honour her well when we focus on the Eucharist and the meaning of the Christ present with us. For St. Teresa of Avila, Christ present in the Eucharist is with us in a way that surpasses all other forms of His Presence. Teresa was in no doubt that the Presence of Christ in the Blessed Sacrament was a powerful source of healing; spiritual healing, emotional healing, healing of relationships and physical healing. Holy Communion was a source of strength and intimacy. Speaking about receiving the Body of Christ in Holy Communion during the celebration of the Eucharist she says ; Now then, if when He went about in the world the mere touch of His robes cured the sick, why doubt, if we have faith, that miracles will be worked while He is within us and that He will give what we ask of Him, since he is in our house? (St. Teresa of Avila in The Way of Perfection). Eucharistic Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is a continuation of what we celebrate in the Mass, the Eucharist and stimulates our awareness of the marvellous and loving presence of Christ and is an invitation to spiritual communion with Him.
4 PAGE 4 The ALPHA Course In a Catholic Context The Alpha course is used by thousands of Catholic parishes in over 70 countries around the world IT IS HERE NOW in our parish. It is the start of a journey towards Christ. It is an invitation to us all to respond to the good news through a decision to follow our Christian faith through a series of talks and discussions, in which you have an opportunity to participate. It is an effective initial presentation of the core of the Gospel the Kerygma, it is a reaching out to all, it is a new start for some to others a step on their faith journey. So come and join us in the parish centre. Sunday, 24th May at 07:00pm. Topic this week: Why and How should I read the Gospel Cemetery Sundays ALL WELCOME Milltown Sunday, 24 th May - Prayers and blessing of graves will be held at 3 pm. Hannahstown Sunday, 31 st May at 3 pm - Mass will be celebrated in the grounds of St Joseph s Cemetery, followed by the Blessing of the Graves. St Peter s, the Rock Sunday, 7 th June at 3 pm - prayers and blessing of graves. Annual Pilgrimage and Mass on St Patrick s Mountain, Saul will take place on Sunday 14 th June at 3.00pm. Bishop Noel Treanor will be the Celebrant.
5 PAGE 5 DOWN & CONNOR PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES 2015 Full Board in 3* Hotel: 7 Nights (10th-17th July) 625 or 5 Nights (11th-16th July) 570. Full Board for sick or infirm pilgrims with medical and nursing care in Accueil Notre-Dame: 5 nights (11-16 July) for 450. Youth Team (8th-17th July 520, Application Forms now available from the Parish Office. For more information see the poster in the church or contact the Pilgrimage Office 9064 6040 or e-mail dcpilgrimage@gmail.com BAPTISMS take place at 1.15pm on the 2 nd and 4 th Sundays in St Teresa s Church Baptism meetings are held each month in our parish. All first time parents ought to attend a baptism meeting before their child's baptism. Baptism enquiries should be made to the parish office eight weeks before due baptism date. Please book a date for the Baptism meeting before booking a date for your child s Baptism. Godparents are also encouraged to attend the Baptism meeting with the parents. Many thanks for your co-operation. Next Baptism Meeting Thursday 18th June 2015 at 7pm in the Stables DOWN AND CONNOR ANNUAL PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK SUNDAY 14TH JUNE 2015 A coach will leave St Anne s at 8am returning at 10.30pm approx. Morning Tea, coffee & scones and evening meal in the Killyhevlin Hotel. Cost 33.00. To book your seat ring Tom 9062 8286. Organised by St Anne s St Vincent De Paul.
6 PAGE 6 Habitat for Humanity Northern Ireland is hosting a special evening of music and song with The Priests. The classical music trio The Priests will present a special fundraising concert in St Patrick s RC Cathedral, Armagh on Friday 29 th May 2015. The evening will celebrate the hope that local people have helped Habitat for Humanity Northern Ireland build over the last 21 years. Tickets cost 20 and can be purchased at www.habitatni.co.uk or from Armagh Parish Office (Tel 028 37522813). CELEBRATING THE YEAR OF ST COLUMBANUS Diocesan Pilgrimage to Luxeuil, Bregenz, St Gallen & Bobbio To mark the Year of St Columbanus, Bishop Noel Treanor will lead a Diocesan Pilgrimage to sites associated with St Columbanus - Luxeuil, Bregenz, St Gallen and Bobbio 24 th -31 st August. Anyone interested in taking part in the Pilgrimage is asked to contact Kieran Troy (00 353 57 9355050). 3 NIGHT BREAK - DINNER, BED & BREAKFAST 4* COUNTY ARMS HOTEL BIRR, CO OFFALY 21 st -24 th June 2015 175 pps (single supp 60) 50 non-refundable deposit required at time of booking Included in price: Return coach travel/2 day trips/cruise on river Shannon. Live music on one night/classic movie night/quiz or bingo night. If you would like to join us contact Sheila Butler 9061 8842
7 PAGE 7 ST PETER S FOLLOWERS OF THE CROSS Annual Pilgrimage to Lourdes 7th 12th October 2015 599 per person Inclusive Belfast/Lourdes Full Board To book ring James 90327219, Julieanne 90246901 Jimmy 90249745, Michael 90604334 Or e-mail j.hyndman231@btinternet.com LINE DANCING Line dancing, led by Renee Mc Cann in the parish centre on 2nd, 3rd & 4th Tuesdays in the month. PILATES Beginners Adult Pilates class in Parish Hall Fridays 8 to 9pm. First class free. Bring own mat. SERVICES INCLUDE LOTTO PAY-POINT FREE ATM TEA COFFEE NEWS FRESH FRUIT & VEG MAGAZINES FLOWERS COLLECT + SPAR 154 Glen Road Belfast BT118BN OPENING HOURS Monday-Friday 7.00.am- 10.00pm Saturday-Sunday 7.30am- 10.00pm G L E N R O A D B E L F A S T B T 1 1 8 B L T E L E P H O N E : 0 2 8 9 0 6 1 2 8 5 5
8 24TH MAY 2015 To save time, telephone Orders welcome Tel: 02890 308271 The Award Winning Famous Welcome Chinese Carryout comes to Gransha Shops, 73 Glen Road 02890 308271 TheWelcome Chinese Hot Food SPECIAL BOX MEALS CHICKEN BALLS SPECIAL Half Fried rice & Half Chips with Sauce of your choice 4.50 SALTY CHILLI CHICKEN Half Fried rice & Half chips 4.50 CHICKEN FRIED RICE & CHIPS With Sauce of your choice 4.50 HONEY CHILLI CHICKEN Half Fried rice & Half chips 4.50 CHICKEN or BEEF CURRY Half Fried rice & Half chips 4.50 Delivery Service available (Closed Tuesday) ST TERESA S PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL Proudly Present a PARISH QUIZ WHEN: Saturday 30th May at 8pm WHERE: St Teresa s Parish Centre ENJOY QUESTIONS, CRAIC and SNACK because POINTS MEAN PRIZES 3 per person or 15 per Team of 6 (max) ALL WELCOME