Entrance Hymn: O Come, all ye faithful
O come, all ye faithful,
Joyful and triumphant
O come ye, o come ye to Bethlehem;
Come and behold Him,
Born the king of angels
O come, let us adore Him (3x)
Christ the Lord
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Sing, choirs of angels,
Sing in exultation,
Sing, all ye citizens of heaven above.
Glory to God
In the highest. |
Happy New Year
I wish you every blessing, good health and freedom from needless worry in 2025. The future is always uncertain. We rely on God’s providence to lead us into the future with hope, hope being the theme of the Jubilee Year, opened by Pope Francis on Christmas Eve.
Thanks
Very many people helped to make our celebration of Christmas so special. We are most impressed that the parish community came together with such generosity of spirit to prepare the Church for this great feast and to give of their talents and service to ensure that our Masses were memorable celebrations. May the graces of Christmas enrich all our lives and prepare us to enter into the New Year with courage and hope.
A special word of thanks for the generous response to the collection at Christmas Masses. The Christmas collection is a pivotal part of the priests’ income. May I also take this opportunity to thank parishioners for their contribution to the Autumn Dues.
Launching the Jubilee Year of Hope
What is the Jubilee Year?
A Jubilee Year is a special time of grace and spiritual renewal, rooted in the tradition of the Church and celebrated every 25 years. It is a time for pilgrimage, prayer, reconciliation, and hope. The Holy Father has called us to become “Pilgrims of Hope,” journeying together in faith as witnesses of God’s steadfast love in a world longing for healing and peace.
The Launch of the Jubilee Year: January 6, 2025:
We will formally launch the Jubilee Year in the Diocese of Cork and Ross on the Solemnity of the Epiphany, January 6th, 2025, with Mass in St. Mary and St. Anne’s Cathedral. I invite all parishes to join in prayer and celebration on this day, marking the beginning of this sacred year.
Integration with the Year of Prayer, Listening, and Discernment:
In our diocese, the Jubilee Year will be deeply integrated into the ongoing Year of Prayer, Listening, and Discernment. The theme “Pilgrims of Hope” resonates strongly with our collective discernment, as we continue listening to the Spirit, fostering hope for the future of our diocese, and renewing our commitment to mission.
New Year’s Day: Wednesday 1st January. Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God. Mass at 10.00 am. This is not a Holy Day of Obligation.
Senior Citizens Dinner: Nemo 5th January: 0214291038 No Charge
Recent Deaths The deaths have occurred of Mary O’Connell, McSwiney Villas; William (Bill) Collins, Kinsale Tce. We pray for them and we sympathise with their families. |