Parish Notes, 26th September 2010
Friday, 24 September 2010 07:46 | 
Introduction: Amos was the
prophet of social justice. He
spoke to the wealthy who were
unconcerned about what was
happening to their country which
was about to be destroyed by the
pagan Assyrians. And they hadn’t
the slightest concern for the plight
of the poor. Amos warned them
that they would be the first to be
led off into exile. The rich man in
the Gospel passage is cushioned
by a lavish life-style and oblivious
to the presence of a poor man at
his gate. This is a parable about
the responsibility of wealth. Some
of the harshest words of the
Bible are directed at the uncaring
rich!
Work on the Church: All of the works to the turrets are complete and the scaffold at the front of the church is now ready to come down. Barbary are awaiting confirmation of the start date from their scaffolders and it could be early as tomorrow. The majority of the new cast iron ridges are fabricated, drilled and painted and installation of these should commence next week. There are some of the posts and grilles still to be repaired at the foundry but with luck these should all be ready by next week and if all goes well on site the high level scaffold can also come down to allow them to work on the lower roof. The return of the stained glass windows is still a little time away.
Stained Glass Collection: The monthly collection for the Stained Glass Fund takes place after all the Masses next weekend.
Crosscare: Last weeks collection for Crosscare amount to €3,678. First Collection: €1,038. Thanks to all those who contributed so generously.
St Joseph's Young Priests Society: The next meeting of the Glasthule Branch will take place in the Pastoral Centre on Friday next, 1st October at 7pm. New members will be very welcome.
When Insults had class “I am enclosing two tickets to the first night of my new play; bring a friend.... if you have one.” - George Bernard Shaw to Winston Churchill “Cannot possibly attend first night, will attend second.... if there is one.” - Winston Churchill, in response.
Country and Gospel: James Kilbane in Concert – Gardiner St Church, Tuesday October 5th at 8 p.m. Proceeds for the Pioneer Association. Tickets from the parish office - 8363411. An uplifting evening of music and song based on the gospel. Well known from Eurostar in 2008, Kilbane’s has a large selection of contemporary and traditional sacred music on C Ds, on sale nationwide. Tickets on sale at the office at the church, or pay at the door.
Blessing of Pets: The annual Blessing of Pets will take place on Sunday next 3rd October (eve of the Feast of St Francis of Assisi) during the 11:30 a.m. Mass. All, especially Families, are welcome to bring their Pets. Tell your friends wherever they live to come along with their pets to the ceremony. Please note, there will be no 12:30 Mass on Sunday next 3rd October.
Evangelium: A Basic Course on the Catholic Faith in 25 illustrated Talks, Monday Evenings at 8.15 p.m. in the Parish Hall, St Kevin's, Harrington St, Dublin 8. Beginning Monday 4th October. This course is aimed at those with little or no knowledge of the Catholic faith, or who would like to refresh their knowledge. Over 25 evenings we will discuss all areas of Catholic belief and practice: For more information contact Fr Gerard Deighan at stkevinschurch @gmail.com or 01 475 1506; or just come along on 4th October at 8.15 p.m.
Christmas Fair: We are are holding a Christmas Fair this year in the Parish Centre to help pay for the work carried out on the Church. We know its a bit early but it will take a little time to get your stall organised!! It opens on the night of Friday December 3rd. and continues for the weekend. Please contact Mary Crotty 087/2567751 or Mary Pat Shaw 087/2798885. We need your support.
Pastoral Council: Members of the new Council met last week and got to know one another a little better. It has also begun training sessions and will meet soon again.
Baptism Team: Our newly formed Baptism Team has spent the last twelve months preparing to assist at baptisms. The team will meet with the parents of the children to be baptised and will assist at the actual baptisms.
Eucharistic Ministers: The October Roster is now available for collection in the Pastoral Centre and the Sacristy.
Coffee Dock Volunteers: The Coffee Dock Roster will be available for collection in the Pastoral Centre on from Wednesday next 29th September. Once again a big thank you to all who help out in our Coffee Dock.
Coffee Dock Opening Hours: We are open for Coffee from 10:30 – 12noon Monday to Saturday and after all the Masses on Sunday.
Recently Deceased “Eternal rest grant to the soul of Thomas McCartney late of Glenageary. May he rest in peace.
Work on the Church: All of the works to the turrets are complete and the scaffold at the front of the church is now ready to come down. Barbary are awaiting confirmation of the start date from their scaffolders and it could be early as tomorrow. The majority of the new cast iron ridges are fabricated, drilled and painted and installation of these should commence next week. There are some of the posts and grilles still to be repaired at the foundry but with luck these should all be ready by next week and if all goes well on site the high level scaffold can also come down to allow them to work on the lower roof. The return of the stained glass windows is still a little time away.
Stained Glass Collection: The monthly collection for the Stained Glass Fund takes place after all the Masses next weekend.
Crosscare: Last weeks collection for Crosscare amount to €3,678. First Collection: €1,038. Thanks to all those who contributed so generously.
St Joseph's Young Priests Society: The next meeting of the Glasthule Branch will take place in the Pastoral Centre on Friday next, 1st October at 7pm. New members will be very welcome.
When Insults had class “I am enclosing two tickets to the first night of my new play; bring a friend.... if you have one.” - George Bernard Shaw to Winston Churchill “Cannot possibly attend first night, will attend second.... if there is one.” - Winston Churchill, in response.
Country and Gospel: James Kilbane in Concert – Gardiner St Church, Tuesday October 5th at 8 p.m. Proceeds for the Pioneer Association. Tickets from the parish office - 8363411. An uplifting evening of music and song based on the gospel. Well known from Eurostar in 2008, Kilbane’s has a large selection of contemporary and traditional sacred music on C Ds, on sale nationwide. Tickets on sale at the office at the church, or pay at the door.
Blessing of Pets: The annual Blessing of Pets will take place on Sunday next 3rd October (eve of the Feast of St Francis of Assisi) during the 11:30 a.m. Mass. All, especially Families, are welcome to bring their Pets. Tell your friends wherever they live to come along with their pets to the ceremony. Please note, there will be no 12:30 Mass on Sunday next 3rd October.
Evangelium: A Basic Course on the Catholic Faith in 25 illustrated Talks, Monday Evenings at 8.15 p.m. in the Parish Hall, St Kevin's, Harrington St, Dublin 8. Beginning Monday 4th October. This course is aimed at those with little or no knowledge of the Catholic faith, or who would like to refresh their knowledge. Over 25 evenings we will discuss all areas of Catholic belief and practice: For more information contact Fr Gerard Deighan at stkevinschurch @gmail.com or 01 475 1506; or just come along on 4th October at 8.15 p.m.
Christmas Fair: We are are holding a Christmas Fair this year in the Parish Centre to help pay for the work carried out on the Church. We know its a bit early but it will take a little time to get your stall organised!! It opens on the night of Friday December 3rd. and continues for the weekend. Please contact Mary Crotty 087/2567751 or Mary Pat Shaw 087/2798885. We need your support.
Pastoral Council: Members of the new Council met last week and got to know one another a little better. It has also begun training sessions and will meet soon again.
Baptism Team: Our newly formed Baptism Team has spent the last twelve months preparing to assist at baptisms. The team will meet with the parents of the children to be baptised and will assist at the actual baptisms.
Eucharistic Ministers: The October Roster is now available for collection in the Pastoral Centre and the Sacristy.
Coffee Dock Volunteers: The Coffee Dock Roster will be available for collection in the Pastoral Centre on from Wednesday next 29th September. Once again a big thank you to all who help out in our Coffee Dock.
Coffee Dock Opening Hours: We are open for Coffee from 10:30 – 12noon Monday to Saturday and after all the Masses on Sunday.
Recently Deceased “Eternal rest grant to the soul of Thomas McCartney late of Glenageary. May he rest in peace.
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