Sunday, 3rd November 2019

The discrimination and violence faced by many women globally continues to impede the full exercise of their unique and irreplaceable role in the world. Pope Francis stressed that “the world without women doesn't work.” For this reason, society must continue to advance and defend all the rights derived from the inalienable human dignity of every woman and girl.

While significant progress has been made in increasing the participation of women in social, political, economic and cultural life, and in ending violence against women and girls, much remains to be achieved. This includes securing the political will and resources needed to address the factors that drive women and girls into situations of vulnerability, such as wars and conflicts, extreme poverty, migration and poor access to education and healthcare.

The Holy See remains deeply concerned by the violence and discrimination faced today by migrant women in particular, including female migrant workers, who “endure situations of exclusion, mistreatment and violence, since they are frequently less able to defend their rights.” These women deserve to be welcomed, protected, and integrated within our communities with dignity. They also deserve full and equal recognition before the law, including through access to the justice system

In this regard, the Global Compact on Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration offers an important framework to address violence and discrimination against women migrant workers and to call attention to human trafficking and migrant smuggling in the context of international migration Far too often, they become victims of notorious forms of modern slavery, such as sexual exploitation and forced labour. Even more abominable are cases involving trafficked newborns. Indeed, there are a frightening number of cases that now involve women who are coerced to serve as surrogate mothers and to watch their children be bought, sold and trafficked as merchandise to the highest bidder.

In 2020, the global community will mark the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Fourth World Conference on Women and the adoption of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action. The Holy See reiterates the importance of the promotion of women, so that they may realize their full potential and truly contribute to the common good of society. The Holy See insists on equality in dignity between men and women and on equal respect at all stages of their lives. “There will never be justice, including equality, development and peace, for women or for men,” Pope John Paul II wrote in 1995 to the Secretary-General of the Fourth World Conference on Women of the United Nations, “unless there is an unfailing determination to respect, protect, love and serve life – every human life, at every stage and in every situation.” This remains an utmost priority and focus of the Holy See.

3rd November 2019

Sabbath Day Mass Times

Vigil 6pm, Saturday Evening

Sunday Morning 9am and 11am Mass

Weekday Mass Times

Monday Evening Mass at 7.30 pm

Tuesday and Wednesday - 10am Mass.

Thursday and Friday 10am. Eucharistic Service.

Saturday morning—no Mass

Pastoral Council Meeting

A Meeting of the Ardmore Pastoral Council will take place in The Parochial House, this Tuesday 5th Nov at 7pm.

Mass for Deceased Parishioners/Family Members/Relatives/Friends.

This Annual Mass for those who have loved ones deceased in the past year, will take place this Monday in St Mary’s Church, Ardmore, 4th November at 7pm. (Note 7pm)

Extra Ordinary Ministers of the Eucharist for November

6pm Vigil: Orla Morris, Anna Finnis, Eimear Murphy,

9am Dermot Chambers

11am James Stewart, Eugenia Doherty, Pearl Donnelly

Lay Ministers of the Word for Sunday 10th November 2019

6pm Vigil Kevin Lees, 9am Leonard Quinn,

11am James Keegan

Anniversaries

John and Maxine Ward, Kevin Mullan, Vincent Carr (first anniversary), William Carr and the victims of the Rising Sun Bar massacre.

Sunday Collection 27 October 2019

Weekly Collection: £1,276

Our thanks for your generosity.

Ardmore Parish Volunteers Night.

We wish to invite all our volunteers to a meal and celebration at the Ardmore Pastoral Centre on Friday 22nd November. Meal beginning at 7pm. All, who assist in the Parish Community are very welcome to attend. Please Tel Parish Secretary, leaving your name if you are attending for catering purposes—Tel 02871349490

PARISH DRAW

The Parish Draw will start again on the last Sunday in November 2019. If anyone is interested in joining the parish draw this year, please leave your name and contact number at the parish office Telephone 02871 349490. Thank you for your continued support.

The playhouse, derry—The Biggest Show In The Country

Wake The Beast will bring a dark new musical comedy Inspired by ‘The Nolan show’- swapping guns, bombs & bullets for glitter, banter & ballads in ‘The Biggest Show In The Country. At The Playhouse on Saturday 9 November, 8pm.More info at www.derryplayhouse.co.uk or (028)71268027.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS:

Can’t stop? There is a solution. Tel AA on 028 90 351 222 or email csoofaa@btinternet.com. Website: www.alcoholicsanonymous.ie.

Please be assured that although the contact number is a Belfast one, callers will then be directed to support in their own area.

Matt Talbot, Freedom from Drugs Mass.

The Matt Talbot Freedom from drugs mass will be celebrated in St Eugene’s cathedral on Monday 4th November at 7:30pm. This mass is offered for those who are addicted to drugs and for their families. We pray that through the intercession of venerable Matt Talbot, people will be freed from this addiction. Prayer cards are available at the mass (If you have any queries please feel free to email emmett.mullan@derrydiocese.org or ring St Eugene's Cathedral on (028) 71262894)

Diocese of Derry Mission Team meeting

If you are interested in being part of our Diocesan Mission Team to promote and foster mission awareness at home and overseas, please come along and join us for our meeting next Tuesday 5th Nov at 7.00pm in Ardstraw House, 21A Buncrana Rd , Derry, next to St Columb's College. All are welcome including volunteers and missionaries who have worked overseas. For further information please contact Fr David O’Kane on 028 71337727.

Ardmore GAC Lotto Results Week 43

Lotto Results, Week 43 The numbers were 14-16-24. The Jackpot was not won and £50 was won by Paula McLaughlin. Next week the jackpot is £1450. Gaelic for Girls every Sunday 12-1 for 10-16 year olds. Training as usual on Wednesday at Glenaden and Bleach Green. Get your ticket now for our Annual Draw on November 30th

CARMELITE RETREAT CENTRE, TERMONBACCA

MARIAN DEVOTIONS in the Carmelite Retreat Centre Termonbacca on Tuesday 5th November, beginning at 7.30 p.m. All welcome.

DAY RETREAT FOR SENIOR CITIZENS AND THEIR FRIENDS - In the Carmelite Retreat Centre Termonbacca on Thursday 7th November, Cost for the day £15 / 20 Euro including meals. For bookings - contact 028 71 262512.

A 2 DAY RETREAT GIVEN BY JIM BROWN - Takes place in the Carmelite Retreat Centre Termonbacca on Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th November. Registration at 9.30 a.m. Cost - £15 per day or £30 for the two days. Anyone interested in staying overnight, the cost is £50 which includes the 2 days of the retreat.

St Mary’s Church, Ardmore

The Church, both inside and outside is monitored by CCTV Cameras

Inside the Church live streaming can be viewed on line at mcn media