Entrance Hymn: Hail, Queen of Heaven

May, the Month of Mary

For many centuries now, the month of May is dedicated to Mary, mother of Jesus. Hence we have some Marian hymns at our Masses throughout the month. It is a time to ensure that we recite the rosary daily. This is an easy prayer to say, either personally or as a family. During each decade we reflect on the mysteries: Sunday and Wednesday – the Glorious Mysteries; Monday and Saturday – the Joyful Mysteries; Tuesday and Friday – the Sorrowful Mysteries; Thursday – the Mysteries of Light.

The Conclave

Some 135 cardinals, all under the age of 80 and from across the world will meet in a secret conclave to elect a new pope, starting from 7^th May. We invoke the guidance of the Holy Spirit to help the cardinals decide on who should be the next leader of the 1.4 billion Catholics. The conclave takes place in the remarkably beautiful Sistine Chapel. The previous two conclaves, held in 2005 and 2013, lasted just two days. We await the white smoke!

Coffee Morning Tuesday next, 6^th May, after the 10 am Mass. All welcome.

First Wednesday Prayers will be led by the Legion of Mary in the Church at 10.00 am

Second Collection next weekend

The annual collection for the Office for Mission and Ministry will take place next weekend. The office plays a vital role in supporting our priests, parishes and Families of Parishes in helping people grow in faith and live as missionary disciples. It offers formation for Parish Pastoral Councils, Baptism and Funeral teams, Ministers of the Word and Eucharist, and ministries involved in parish life. It also provides resources to support prayer, catechesis, and evangelisation. Your generosity in the past has helped this work to grow and reach more people.Thank you for your continued support.

Recent Deaths: John O’Connell, Congress Road; Sr Colette Stevenson, Dublin, formerly of Turner’s Cross. May they rest in peace.

A Mhuire Mháthair

Recessional Hymn: Hail Redeemer, King divine!