At 3.00 pm today (Sunday) our Little Way Novena will end with a ceremony
of prayer and thanksgiving. The Novena has been a tremendous success. We sincerely
thank all who contributed to the success of the Novena; speakers, readers, singers,
candle-sellers, ticket-sellers and all who worked in the Cathedral, Parochial House
and grounds. The evidence of faith and commitment has been so uplifting. Through
the intercession of St Thérèse we have opened our hearts to God for our particular
intentions at this time. You are invited to bring a rose to the service this afternoon.
The rose will symbolise your prayer at this time. St Thérèse candles will be blessed
during the ceremony.
Please refer to our website www.steugenescathedral.com and click on
the link for Facebook to view photographs from the Novena taken over the course
of the week.
St Eugene’s Cathedral Draw
Just two more weeks to get your tickets for the Grand Draw. There will
be 10 prizes each month from June to October. This draw is going to help us fund
new and exciting initiatives to engage more people in their faith eg Family Days,
Youth Camps, Faith Enrichment Courses. Tickets cost £10 per month for five months
and are available at the back of the church after Mass, the Sacristy and the Parochial
House.
St Dymphna’s Committee of St Eugene’s Parish warmly invite you to
the 7.30pm Mass here this Tuesday. This Mass is to give thanks to God for positive
mental health and to pray for those who are struggling with mental health issues
and those who care for them. During this Mass the Sacrament of the sick will be
celebrated.
Hope Summer Camp 2018
2nd July-Friday 6th July: Fully Booked (waiting list open).
9th July-Friday 13th July is now open to 7 years and upwards. Places are limited and earlier
booking is advisable. Events take place at St Mary’s College, Northland Road from
9.00 am until 3.00 pm. The cost is £20 per child, payable at time of registering.
16th July - 20th July: Fully Booked (waiting list open).
MA in Catholic School Leadership: Working in Partnership
with St Mary’s College, Twickenham, the Derry Diocesan Catechetical Centre will
offer this post-graduate degree, dedicated to the professional development and spiritual
formation of Catholic school leaders. It is a great opportunity for those who aspire
to, or have an interest in, leadership roles within the Catholic School system.
Begins Autumn 2018. Information session in Saint Mary’s College, Derry, on Monday,
18th June at 4.00 pm. If you would like to attend or require any further information
please contact Thérèse Ferry on 71264087 or email tferry@derrydiocese.org.
Sympathy
We offer our sympathy to the family and friends of:
Edward (Eddie) Breslin, 85 Academy Road.
Joseph Mitchell, 61 Rosemount Gardens.
Margaret (Peggy) Barr, 22 Fairman Place.
May they rest in peace.
Anniversaries
Dermot Francis, John Ferguson, Margaret (Maggie) Ferguson, Gareth Gallagher,
William McGeehan, Grace Moran and Getrude Hegarty.
May they rest in peace.
Baptisms
We welcome as members of God’s family: Jackson AJ McKeegan, 30 Ewing Street, Lorcan McGee, 39 Good Shepherds Glen.
Readers for next weekend
06.15 pm Mary Feeney/John Paul II Reader
07.30 pm Anne Griffin/Majella Coyle
09.30 am Kay & Ava McGinn
11.00 am McGinley Readers
12.30 pm Amy Doherty/Anna Begley
07.00 pm Sean and Maria Hickey
Eucharistic Ministers
Team *C* begins its rota at the 6.15 pm Vigil Mass next weekend.
Children who have made their Confirmation this year are invited
to the 11.00 am Mass here in St Eugene’s Cathedral today Sunday, (Pentecost Sunday)
to give thanks for the gifts of the Holy Spirit which they received recently.
Prayer for Exams
Father, Be with me as I take this exam. Keep my mind alert and my memory
sharp. Calm my nerves and help me concentrate. I know that you walk with me, Guiding
my path and inspiring my heart. I pray that I would feel you with me, And that your
friendship would soften the pressure I feel. I pray that I would pass this exam
and go on to new things with you. Thank you for your peace and your love in my life.
Thank you for your kindness and care for me. Amen
Sacrament of Marriage
We congratulate Elaine Sheehan and Fintan Quinn, Michaela Rodgers and Charles McFadden, Natasha Houston and Philip Crapp and Louise Moore and Gerald O’Donnell who recently celebrated the Sacrament of Marriage in St Eugene’s Cathedral.
Thank You
Fr Farren acknowledges with thanks donations for:
Trócaire: £50.
Africa:
£20, £20.
Flowers: £50, £20.
Charities of Admin’s Choice: £50,
£300.
Last Week’s Collection amounted to £4,985.
Parish Development Collection amounted to £1,094.
Annual Service of Intercession for the Dead takes place in the City
Cemetery on Sunday, 17th June at 6.00 pm. Derry City & Strabane District
Council, Cemeteries Section, have asked, due to the large attendance on Cemetery
Sunday, that all able bodied people, park their vehicles outside the City Cemetery
Grounds. Also for your information, a one way system will be in operation.
Mass in honour of Blessed Alexandrina in Termonbacca on Sunday,
27th May at 7.30 pm.
The Columba Community invites you to celebrate the blessing of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost
Mass today Sunday at 3.00 pm in St Canice’s Oratory, Celtic Prayer Garden, Lenamore
Road, Muff.
The Society of St Vincent de Paul need volunteers for
their shop in William Street to assist with sorting donated items and general shop
duties. If you are interested either drop in or call 71268325 for a chat with the
Manager.
Older People North West/ Age Concern Derry Annual Gardening Competition:
Four cateogries are: gardens large and small, vegetable plot; window box or hanging
basket and enclosed yard or patio and two geographic zones, City Side and Waterside.
City of Derry and District Gardening Society will be judging entries in late July.
Competition prizes supported by Altnagelvin Garden Centre. Closing date for entry
is Friday, 20th July. For more information contact: Older People North West/Age
Concern on 71347478 or email: development@olderpeoplenorthwest.org
St Cecilia’s College 50th Anniversary Celebration Dinner: Friday, 22nd June in
the City Hotel at 7.30 pm. Tickets are now on sale at the school office price £30.
All staff, past and present, past pupils, with guests/partners are welcome.
If you have any concerns with regard to Safeguarding children or adults
in need of protection within the Church please contact: Noel O’Donnell, Diocesan
Pastoral Centre, 164 Bishop Street, 71362475, mobile 07596500793 or Celine McKenna,
Diocesan Pastoral Centre, 164 Bishop Street, 71362475, mobile 07707311358 or PSNI
(Police Service of Northern Ireland) 101 or Social Services: Gateway Services, Western
HSC Trust, 71314090, (ask for Duty Social Worker).
