Parish Notes, 31st October 2010
Thursday, 28 October 2010 07:55 | 
Introduction: In the time of Christ tax-collectors were put in the same category as thieves and murderers. Because they worked for the Romans, they were regarded as traitors and treated as outcasts. One could understand then how the people of Jericho were offended when Jesus went to the house of Zacchaeus. Jesus justified his action by saying that Zacchaeus too was a son of
Abraham and entitled to the mercy of God. He came among us to seek out and to save. We all have a chance!
Masses this weekend.
Sunday as usual.
Monday November 1st. Feast of All Saints, (Holyday) 10.15 and 6.30pm.
Tuesday 2nd November The Souls of the Faithful Departed, 10am and 6.30pm.
Our Thanks for the first collection last Sunday of €1025 and €3163 was contributed to the Missions Collection, our coffee morning for the homeless raised €1040. Coffee morning this Sunday for Young Priests' Society.
B.E- Beginning Experience: B.E. is a support group for those coping with the pain of loss of their life partner, through Death, Separation or Divorce. Next residential weekend will be held on 5th to 7th November, in Emmaus Retreat Centre Swords.
A pastor joke: One Sunday at Mass as the priest was giving his homily, a little baby in the front row suddenly started crying loudly. The mother did her best to pacify the child but nothing worked. So finally she got up and started to walk down the aisle to take the baby out of church. The priest stopped his preaching, and very compassionately called out to the mother, “That's OK! You don't have to leave. The child isn't disturbing me. “ The young woman turned around and said “No, pardon me Father, but it's you who are disturbing the child!”
The Knights of St Columbanus – Catholic Organisation for Laymen Interested in joining? - For more information contact:- Pat Costello 086 8387828
Richard Leonard SJ will speak in Gardiner St Church, Tuesday November 16th at 7.30pm on his new book, 'Where the Hell is God?' Welcome to hear him, and meet him. See web for more information. www.gardinerstparish,ie Social cuppa afterwards.
Only Then Only after the last tree has been cut down; Only after the last river has been poisoned; Only after the last fish has been caught; Only then will you find that money cannot be eaten!
Chilean Miners: When the miners emerged into the light, their eyes were protected by sunglasses provided by an international company called Oakley Sunglasses. The sunglasses retail for $180 but it has been estimated it generated $41 million of free publicity. Internet searches surged by 1000% after the rescue. Believe it or believe it not!
Up North: Mr Robinson claims that he wants to dismantle the Catholic School System and restrict Catholic parent’s freedom of choice in the name of anti -sectarianism. But by launching an attack on Catholic schools, Mr Robinson has turned his gaze on the very people --- parents, teachers and local parishes --- who were fostering diversity and tolerance at a time when he was leading incursions into the South of Ireland and cheerleading his mentor Ian's hate-filled rants against Catholics.
Husbands and Wives Before the Christmas rush starts in earnest, why not give your spouse a special gift of a marriage enrichment weekend away with you in beautiful Killarney from 26th (8pm) to 28th (4pm) November 2010. Presented by Marriage Encounter, this is a break with a difference that will help rekindle and enrich the love and joys that you share together. It is for both the recently married and for those married for many years. For details and booking visit: www.marriageencounter.ie or phone (01) 8324429.
Christmas Fair being held 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 Saturday 4th of Dec. from 10am.-5pm and Sunday 5th 10am -2pm. Please contact Mary Crotty 087/2567751 or Mary Pat Shaw 087/2798885.
Young Adult Retreat with a Difference: If you are in the 18 to 26 age group and are looking for a weekend retreat with a difference, check out Adventure Retreats Ireland weekend on 19-21st November. For more information contact: 049 5552245 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
First Communion Congratulations to the 61 Boys and Girls from 2nd class Harold School who took part in the Enrollment Ceremony for 1st Communion. Well done to the teachers and all involved.
Altar List of the Dead: Envelopes are now available for the Altar List of the dead on the tables at the back of the Church.
Annual Remembrance Mass will take place on Saturday 6th November at the 6:30 vigil Mass for those who were buried from our church during the year.
Venerable Edel Quinn: A Radharc film on the life of Edel Quinn will be shown on the 7th November after all the Masses in the Pastoral Centre.
Coffee Dock rota now ready for collection in centre. Why not join us for a coffee after all Masses on Sunday & week days after the 10 O'Clock Mass.
Our New Parish Christmas Cards will be available in the Church Shop Next Week.
St Joseph's Young Priests Society: The next meeting of the Glasthule Branch will take place in the Pastoral Centre on Friday next, 5th November @ 6.45pm. Please note earlier starting time. New members will be very welcome
A.A. Meeting held in Parish Centre every Thursday @ 8.30pm.
Baptised in October We welcome into our christian community: Cornelius Patrick Moynihan, Conor James McCashin, Ben Conor Geoghegan and Camille Marie Hegarth.
Recently Deceased: Please remember in your prayers the soul of Jack O' Reilly. May he rest in peace.
Masses this weekend.
Sunday as usual.
Monday November 1st. Feast of All Saints, (Holyday) 10.15 and 6.30pm.
Tuesday 2nd November The Souls of the Faithful Departed, 10am and 6.30pm.
Our Thanks for the first collection last Sunday of €1025 and €3163 was contributed to the Missions Collection, our coffee morning for the homeless raised €1040. Coffee morning this Sunday for Young Priests' Society.
B.E- Beginning Experience: B.E. is a support group for those coping with the pain of loss of their life partner, through Death, Separation or Divorce. Next residential weekend will be held on 5th to 7th November, in Emmaus Retreat Centre Swords.
A pastor joke: One Sunday at Mass as the priest was giving his homily, a little baby in the front row suddenly started crying loudly. The mother did her best to pacify the child but nothing worked. So finally she got up and started to walk down the aisle to take the baby out of church. The priest stopped his preaching, and very compassionately called out to the mother, “That's OK! You don't have to leave. The child isn't disturbing me. “ The young woman turned around and said “No, pardon me Father, but it's you who are disturbing the child!”
The Knights of St Columbanus – Catholic Organisation for Laymen Interested in joining? - For more information contact:- Pat Costello 086 8387828
Richard Leonard SJ will speak in Gardiner St Church, Tuesday November 16th at 7.30pm on his new book, 'Where the Hell is God?' Welcome to hear him, and meet him. See web for more information. www.gardinerstparish,ie Social cuppa afterwards.
Only Then Only after the last tree has been cut down; Only after the last river has been poisoned; Only after the last fish has been caught; Only then will you find that money cannot be eaten!
Chilean Miners: When the miners emerged into the light, their eyes were protected by sunglasses provided by an international company called Oakley Sunglasses. The sunglasses retail for $180 but it has been estimated it generated $41 million of free publicity. Internet searches surged by 1000% after the rescue. Believe it or believe it not!
Up North: Mr Robinson claims that he wants to dismantle the Catholic School System and restrict Catholic parent’s freedom of choice in the name of anti -sectarianism. But by launching an attack on Catholic schools, Mr Robinson has turned his gaze on the very people --- parents, teachers and local parishes --- who were fostering diversity and tolerance at a time when he was leading incursions into the South of Ireland and cheerleading his mentor Ian's hate-filled rants against Catholics.
Husbands and Wives Before the Christmas rush starts in earnest, why not give your spouse a special gift of a marriage enrichment weekend away with you in beautiful Killarney from 26th (8pm) to 28th (4pm) November 2010. Presented by Marriage Encounter, this is a break with a difference that will help rekindle and enrich the love and joys that you share together. It is for both the recently married and for those married for many years. For details and booking visit: www.marriageencounter.ie or phone (01) 8324429.
Christmas Fair being held 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 Saturday 4th of Dec. from 10am.-5pm and Sunday 5th 10am -2pm. Please contact Mary Crotty 087/2567751 or Mary Pat Shaw 087/2798885.
Young Adult Retreat with a Difference: If you are in the 18 to 26 age group and are looking for a weekend retreat with a difference, check out Adventure Retreats Ireland weekend on 19-21st November. For more information contact: 049 5552245 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
First Communion Congratulations to the 61 Boys and Girls from 2nd class Harold School who took part in the Enrollment Ceremony for 1st Communion. Well done to the teachers and all involved.
Altar List of the Dead: Envelopes are now available for the Altar List of the dead on the tables at the back of the Church.
Annual Remembrance Mass will take place on Saturday 6th November at the 6:30 vigil Mass for those who were buried from our church during the year.
Venerable Edel Quinn: A Radharc film on the life of Edel Quinn will be shown on the 7th November after all the Masses in the Pastoral Centre.
Coffee Dock rota now ready for collection in centre. Why not join us for a coffee after all Masses on Sunday & week days after the 10 O'Clock Mass.
Our New Parish Christmas Cards will be available in the Church Shop Next Week.
St Joseph's Young Priests Society: The next meeting of the Glasthule Branch will take place in the Pastoral Centre on Friday next, 5th November @ 6.45pm. Please note earlier starting time. New members will be very welcome
A.A. Meeting held in Parish Centre every Thursday @ 8.30pm.
Baptised in October We welcome into our christian community: Cornelius Patrick Moynihan, Conor James McCashin, Ben Conor Geoghegan and Camille Marie Hegarth.
Recently Deceased: Please remember in your prayers the soul of Jack O' Reilly. May he rest in peace.
Last Updated (Friday, 05 November 2010 09:49)