Sede Vacante – Empty Chair
Benedict’s words of farewell: “At this God given moment my heart expands and embraces the whole Church throughout the world and I thank God for these years of my Petrine Ministry. I ask you to remember me to God, and above all to pray for the Cardinals who are called to such an important task, and for the new Successor of the Apostle Peter.
As He left the Vatican on Thursday evening His final tweet “Thank you for your love and support. May you always experience the joy that comes from putting Christ at the centre of your life”.
We in Turner’s Cross wish him every blessing in his retirement.
Exposition of the Most Blessed Sacrament on the Wednesdays of Lent after the 10am Mass until 11am,
First Confessions: Our congratulations to the Girls & Boys from Bun Scoil Chriost Ri who made their First Confessions on Tuesday also to their parents & teachers.
Stations of the Cross: every Friday during Lent at 5.30pm before the 6pm Mass
Trócaire Family Fast Boxes are available at the back of the Church,
Beginning Experience The next weekend is being held in Ennismore Retreat Centre, from Friday April 12th to Sunday April 14th, Application Forms and information contact : 087-9886480 More details on notice board
Mothers Day: next Sunday 10th March is Mothers Day the 12 noon Mass on the day will be offered for all our Mothers living or deceased. Special Cards are available in the Sacristy during the week.
Death: We remember in our prayers Elizabeth (Lou) O’Sullivan Greenhills Court, who died recently. We extend our sympathy to her family. May she rest in peace.
The Irish Catholic: The souvenir issue that features all aspects of the Pope Benedict’s life, teaching and writings, along with comment and analysis of his pontificate is on sale this weekend 2/3rd March
New Diocesan Directory 2013 There has been a big demand for the New Directory. We have acquired extra copies. The Directory contains Parish Information, Mass Times throughout the Diocese, Priests, Religious, Schools. A most useful book to have. €5 on sale at Altar Rail after Mass
Spring Dues: We would appreciate if the Area Collectors would collect the envelopes for the Spring Dues this weekend 2/3rd March
Sharing St. Patrick’s Day : The Parish Assembly invites those people in our Parish who are of non-Irish origin to join us in the Parish Centre (at the side of the Church) after 6pm Mass on Sat 16th March to mark St. Patrick’s Day. Light refreshments will be served.
VOCATIONS INFORMATION DAY. The Annual Cork and Ross Vocations Information Day will be held at St. Dominic’s Retreat Centre, Ennismore, Montenotte, on Sat. March 23rd from 10.30am to 4pm. Many contemplating the possibility of a vocation to priesthood are nervous about taking the first step. This day allows prospective students to explore the possibility of a vocation and make enquiries in an informal setting. Seminarians for the Diocese will also attend. Further information from: Fr. Tom Deenihan 4301717 Canon Bertie O’Mahony 4371684
Cork South Parish Historical Society Monthly Meeting on Wed. 6th March at 7:30 p.m. in St John’s College Sawmill Street, Diarmuid O’Drisceoil will speak on Beamish and Crawford The Early Years. All Welcome Non-members €2
Augustinian Faith Formation: Dates: Saturdays: March 9th., 16th, 23rd. Time: 10-12.30 Location: St. Augustine’s, Washington Street. All welcome. Jesus Then and Now Discipleship Then and Now From Generation to Generation.
Alzheimer Society meeting of the Saturday Club 9th March at Bessboro Day Care Centre. 2pm – 4pm. Music John Gibson. Light refreshments Information 4972504
South Parish/Turners Cross Summer Scheme AGM
Date: Mon. 4th March Time: 8:15 pm Venue: Community Centre Sawmill St. Rear of FIAT Garage. We would be grateful for support from parents and friends
Bishops Commissions Collection next weekend 9/10th March, helps fund the work of the Irish Bishops Conference and its agencies and commissions. These include Emigrants, Justice & Peace, Communications, CURA, Child Protection etc.