Parish Notes, 3rd October 2010
Monday, 04 October 2010 04:25 | 
Introduction: All readings
today speak of faith. The
prophet is feeling the burden of
office. He complains about the
prevalence of injustice and God’s
failure to intervene. God counsels
patience and Jesus says that a
grain of faith can achieve great
things. With faith, what looks
impossible can become possible.
The saying about the uprooting of
a tree is not to be taken in a literal
sense. It is simply a vivid eastern
mode of expression.
The boss was complaining in our staff meeting the other day that he wasn't getting any respect. The next day, he brought a small sign that read:"I'm the Boss!" He then taped it to his office door. Later that day when he returned from lunch, he found that someone had taped a note to the sign that said "Your wife called, she wants her sign back!"
Stained Glass Collection: The monthly collection for the Stained Glass Fund takes place after all the Masses this weekend.
Blessing of Pets: The annual Blessing of Pets will take place on Today 3rdOctober (eve of the Feast of St Francis of Assisi) during the 11:30 a.m. Mass. All, families are welcome to bring their Pets. Tell your friends to come along with their pets to the ceremony. Please note, THERE WILL BE NO 12:30 Mass TODAY 3RD OCTOBER.
Day for Life 2010: Day for Life 2010 will be held on Sunday next, 3 October. The theme for this year’s Day for Life is the meaning of Christian death and care for those who are dying – Lord for your faithful people, life is changed, not ended. A special web feature on Day for Life is now available on www.catholicbishops.ie and includes Parish Newsletter resources for downloading, copies of the Pastoral Letter from the Bishop’s on the Day for Life theme in English, Irish and Polish. There is also video interviews and reflections from staff at St. Francis Hospice Raheny, and Bishop John Fleming, the Bishops’ Conference Day for Life delegate.
Series of talks based on the Gospel of St. Luke: Our Lady of Victories, Sallynoggin/Glenageary present, a series of twice daily talks based on The Gospel of St. Luke. Entitled:“Feast of the Word of God”.
These talks will be delivered by Frances Hogan, Catholic educator and lay missionary. With an introduction on Saturday October 2nd at 6.30pm Vigil Mass, and all Masses on Sunday October 3rd. Thereafter, Frances will give short talks after 9.00am and 6.30pm Masses, Monday 4th to Friday 8th October, 2010. All are welcome and light refreshments will be provided organized and served by the Parish Pastoral Council with the support of Fr. Henry Nevin SDS P.P.
Three Scripture Evenings: Sept 28, The 5th and 12 of Oct, 7.30-9.00pm over three evenings Kieran O’Mahony will explore three questions that arise for people interested in the Bible: Are the gospels true? How do I read the gospels as an adult? Do the gospels help? Cost €30 for the series. To book please contact Fr. John Byrne OSA, Orlagh Retreat Centre, Old Court Road, Dublin 16 Tel (01) 495 8193; E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Bookshop: “Memories of the Biafran War” by Fr. Denis Kennedy has been reprinted. Copies are available in the Bookshop and in the Pastoral Centre.
Appointments of Priests 2010 Full details are now available on www.dublindiocese.ie
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.
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 CDs, on sale nationwide. Tickets on sale at the office, or pay at the door.
Coffee Dock: The Coffee Dock Roster for October is now available in the Centre. A big thank you to all those who volunteer to help.
Recently Deceased: Your prayers are requested for the soul of Annie Dunne who died last week. May she rest in peace.
The boss was complaining in our staff meeting the other day that he wasn't getting any respect. The next day, he brought a small sign that read:"I'm the Boss!" He then taped it to his office door. Later that day when he returned from lunch, he found that someone had taped a note to the sign that said "Your wife called, she wants her sign back!"
Stained Glass Collection: The monthly collection for the Stained Glass Fund takes place after all the Masses this weekend.
Blessing of Pets: The annual Blessing of Pets will take place on Today 3rdOctober (eve of the Feast of St Francis of Assisi) during the 11:30 a.m. Mass. All, families are welcome to bring their Pets. Tell your friends to come along with their pets to the ceremony. Please note, THERE WILL BE NO 12:30 Mass TODAY 3RD OCTOBER.
Day for Life 2010: Day for Life 2010 will be held on Sunday next, 3 October. The theme for this year’s Day for Life is the meaning of Christian death and care for those who are dying – Lord for your faithful people, life is changed, not ended. A special web feature on Day for Life is now available on www.catholicbishops.ie and includes Parish Newsletter resources for downloading, copies of the Pastoral Letter from the Bishop’s on the Day for Life theme in English, Irish and Polish. There is also video interviews and reflections from staff at St. Francis Hospice Raheny, and Bishop John Fleming, the Bishops’ Conference Day for Life delegate.
Series of talks based on the Gospel of St. Luke: Our Lady of Victories, Sallynoggin/Glenageary present, a series of twice daily talks based on The Gospel of St. Luke. Entitled:“Feast of the Word of God”.
These talks will be delivered by Frances Hogan, Catholic educator and lay missionary. With an introduction on Saturday October 2nd at 6.30pm Vigil Mass, and all Masses on Sunday October 3rd. Thereafter, Frances will give short talks after 9.00am and 6.30pm Masses, Monday 4th to Friday 8th October, 2010. All are welcome and light refreshments will be provided organized and served by the Parish Pastoral Council with the support of Fr. Henry Nevin SDS P.P.
Three Scripture Evenings: Sept 28, The 5th and 12 of Oct, 7.30-9.00pm over three evenings Kieran O’Mahony will explore three questions that arise for people interested in the Bible: Are the gospels true? How do I read the gospels as an adult? Do the gospels help? Cost €30 for the series. To book please contact Fr. John Byrne OSA, Orlagh Retreat Centre, Old Court Road, Dublin 16 Tel (01) 495 8193; E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Bookshop: “Memories of the Biafran War” by Fr. Denis Kennedy has been reprinted. Copies are available in the Bookshop and in the Pastoral Centre.
Appointments of Priests 2010 Full details are now available on www.dublindiocese.ie
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.
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 CDs, on sale nationwide. Tickets on sale at the office, or pay at the door.
Coffee Dock: The Coffee Dock Roster for October is now available in the Centre. A big thank you to all those who volunteer to help.
Recently Deceased: Your prayers are requested for the soul of Annie Dunne who died last week. May she rest in peace.