SYRIA Last Sunday the Pope launched a heartfelt appeal for peace in Syria, expressing his pain and concern. Pope Francis said:
“I appeal strongly for peace, an appeal which arises from the deep within me. How much suffering, how much devastation, how much pain has the use of arms carried in its wake in that martyred country, especially among civilians and the unarmed! I think of many children who will not see the light of the future! With utmost firmness I condemn the use of chemical weapons: I tell you that those terrible images from recent days are burned into my mind and heart.”
Saturday 7th September was proclaimed a day of fasting and prayer for the whole Church for peace in Syria, the Middle East, and throughout the world, and all Catholics as well as other Christians, followers of other religions and all people of good will, to participate, in whatever way they can. In addition to our Holy Hour this Saturday evening from 8.30 to 9.30 pm, we will keep the people of Syria in our prayers at this time.
Parents of First Holy Communion Children: A meeting in Christ King Church at 7.30pm on Tue. 10th Sept for parents of the second class pupils of Bunscoil Chriost Ri who wish their children to receive their First Holy Communion in May, 2014. The meeting is for parents only.
Parish Choir returns this weekend – welcome back! New members are always welcome.
Parish Assembly: The Parish Assembly will meet on this Monday 9th Sept. at 8pm in the Parish Centre. Agendas can be collected in the Sacristy
St. Joseph’s Young Priests Society will meet on this Tues. 10th Sept. in the Parish Centre at 7.30pm
Turner’s Cross Active Retired Group Are reopening this Tues.10th September in the Social Services Centre, Capwell Road at 7.30pm. New members welcome.
Coffee Morning in aid of Marymount Hospice in the Parish Center after the 10am Mass
on Thursday 19th Sept.
Death: We remember in our prayers Philip (Phil) Walsh, Friar’s Rd. who died recently. We extend our sympathy to his family
Year of Faith Gougane Sunday To Commemorate the Year of Faith the Annual Diocesan Pilgrimage to St Finbarr’s Oratory, Gougane Barra will take place on Sunday Sep. 29th Mass at 2.30pm. The Preacher Archbishop Dermot Clifford of Cashel and Emly.
Ministers of Word, Eucharist & Baptismal Team: We would like to increase the number of ministers in each of these ministries . We ask you to consider serving in one of these ministries or to nominate someone. Our thanks to those who have volunteered
Alzheimer Society meeting of the Saturday Club, Sat 14th Sept. at Bessboro Day Care Centre. 2pm until 4pm. You are most welcome to join us for an afternoon of music and dancing with: Chris O’Shea All Welcome Contact 021 4972504
Seminar for Year of Faith: A diocesan seminar for the Year of Faith for clergy and laity will take place on Saturday 19th October at Rochestown Park Hotel from 1.30 to 5.30 pm. All are welcome. The speaker will be Fr Conall O’Cuinn SJ. Fr Conall’s expertise lies in breaking open the message of faith using a variety of multi-media presentations. His input will lead to open round table discussions throughout the afternoon. His intention is to bring alive the flame of faith and help us to reach out in faith to others in our communities. Registration is from 12:45pm, the subsidised cost through the parish is €10 per person, booking is essential – booking forms are available from priests of the parish, from parish assembly members or directly from Sr Karen (021 4537601).
Certificate/Diploma in Catechesis: This two year distance learning course will be offered in our Diocese by the Maryvale Institute of Higher Religious Sciences from January, 2014 in partnership with the Pastoral Development Office. The course consists of four study days per year which will be held in Cork and participants then undertake between 4 and 6 hours personal study each week. It is open to anyone over 18 who wants to study their faith systematically and be able to explain it to others – be they involved in parish, as parents or grandparents, teachers, youth leaders, religious, small group leaders. Information sessions: Wed. 2nd Oct. 2.30pm to 4pm or 8pm to 9.30pm at the Ursuline Secondary School, Blackrock. More details from Sr. Karen at 021-4537601.
TeenSpirit in Cork
A meeting for all adult volunteers will be held on Wed. 11th Sept. at 8pm in the Parish Centre. More volunteers always welcome! TeenSpirit: Enrolment for teenagers 14-17
Is now open for this Teenspirit project that will lead to our concert to close the Year of faith in our diocese on Sunday 24th November at 5pm in Turner’s Cross. Rehearsals begin 28th Sepember. – enrolment forms available in secondary schools or from Sr Karen 021 4537601 Teenagers wanting to join this choir for the event must enroll now….
Pioneer Association An International Gathering Conference hosted by the Pioneer Association will take place in All Hallows College, Dublin, on the 28th & 29th September. The theme is ‘The Spirit that sets us free’ – Overcoming Addiction. Information . Tel: 01 874 94 64. Website: www.pioneerassociation.ie