Cappagh Parish Newsletter

Sunday, 25th February 2018 | 2nd Sunday of Lent

Contact details

Parish Office 8224 3375 | Emergency mobile 07561838455

Fr Kevin McElhennon PP 8225 8108

Fr Daniel McFaul CC 8225 1055 | Fr Stephen Kearney 8225 2643

Baptismal Programme 07895557365 | SVP KC 07738837992 | CTK 07738838066

PARISH DRAW : 2018/2019

As hard as it is to believe, Monday 5th March will be the final draw for 2017/2018! Now entering its 11th year, the draw has proven to be a significant and vital source of income for the parish; and for this I am extremely thankful. Thankful to all who organise it, to those who promote it and to all those who buy lines and support the draw each year.

In 10 years £630,000 has been raised - Where would we be without you!

The money raised has allowed continuous building and maintenance works to be carried out on our Churches and properties. Exciting projects are in the pipeline, which we hope to roll out in the very near future. It has also enabled the parish to thrive and come alive with the many pastoral activities on offer; particularly for our youth - our shinning lights for the future Church. It is very much my hope that Cappagh will continue to flourish and that our community spirit will continue to enrich parish life. On Thursday 1st March the new draw will be launched in the Parish Centre from 7.30-8.30pm and I hope to welcome back all current promoters and hopefully a few more…

I am only too aware of the huge support given from parishioners throughout the years and once again I appeal to your generosity for continued support in this years draw.

Fr Kevin McElhennon

Recent Deaths

We pray for the families of:

Teresa Kennedy, Old Mountfield Rd

Nora Flanagan, Knockmoyle

May they rest in peace

Recent Baptisms

We welcome through Baptism: Sonia Anna Bojda, Annie McDonnell, Payton Rose McGuigan, Cian Patrick Chism, Eabha Anna McCusker.

Lenten Study continues...

Conversion: Following the Call of Christ

Mon 26th Feb: 8pm in Christ the King Church

Tues 27th Feb: 10.30am in Killyclogher Hall

Knockmoyle Hall

Dance will be held on Fri 2nd March, from 9.30pm Music by Country Sensations. All Welcome.

“Do This In Memory” Programme

The next “DTIM” Mass will be celebrated on Sun 4th March at 12noon in Christ the King Church.

Collection for World Meeting of Family 2018

Will take place at Mass next weekend.

Killyclogher Counters: March 2018

Peter &Rita Fox, SeanMcGarrity, Margaret Patrick

Parish Bingo

Every Monday night in the parish centre at 9pm

Thank you for your Donation

Weekly: £3,381

DIOCESAN VOCATIONS INFO EVENING

The Parochial House, St Eugene’s Cathedral, Francis St, Derry, Tues 27th Feb 2018, 6-9pm. Enquiries can be made via the diocesan Vocations Director: Fr Paul Farren. Tel: 028 7126 4087 or email: ddcc@derrydiocese.org

Killyclogher Ministers of the Word: March 2018

Vigil:Una Crossey.9am:Celia McMenamin.11am: Celine Fox. 7.30pm Tues: John Cunnane. Fri: Una Crossey

5-10 Mar: Joe Martin 12-17 Mar: Maura McStay

19-24: Margaret Keenan 26-31Mar: Rosaleen McCartan

PARISH REVIVAL LENTEN RETREAT

Join us on Saturday 10th March in Christ the King church for a day of self reflection and inner healing. The retreat will nourish you to look to God with renewed faith and a refreshed spirit. Hosted by Shalom Media Ministry; there will be talks, testimonies, spiritual counselling, music, Holy Mass and Adoration. The retreat will commence with Holy Mass in Christ the King Church at 10am and concludes with Adoration and Healing Prayer at 5pm. Lunch will be served from 1-1.45pm (a donation of £5 is asked to cover the cost of refreshments). If you are interested in attending the retreat or require more information, please contact the parish office (numbers are required for catering purposes).

MASS INTENTIONS

Mon 26th Feb: Patrick Friel, Belvoir Pk / 7.30pm/CTK

Tues 27th Feb: Michael & Mary McAleer, KNM Pk Rd /7.30pm/KC

Fri 2nd Mar: Agnes & Joe Keenan, KNM Bungalows / 7.30pm / KC

Sat 3rd Mar: Alex Skeffington, Lammy Cres / 10am / KC

Sat 3rd Mar: 1st Anniv: Mary Taggart, Mullaghmore Dr/ 6.30pm / CTK

Sat 3rd Mar: M.Mind: Bernie Colgan, Retreat Ave / 7.30pm / KC

Sun 4th Mar: Patsy O’Brien, Fecarry, Mountfield/ 10am / MF

Sun 4th Mar: 1st Anniv: Charlie McMenamin, Beltany / 10am / KM

Sun 4th Mar: Peter Kelly, Crocknacor Rd, Recarson / 11am / KC

Prayer for Priests

26th Feb: Fr Karl Hann

27th Feb: Fr Eugene Hasson

28th Feb: All Priests

1st Mar: All Priests

2nd Mar: Fr Charles Keaney

3rd Mar: Fr Stephen Kearney

4th Mar: All Priests

Feasts of the Week

26th Feb: 2nd Week of Lent

27th Feb: 2nd Week of Lent

28th Feb: 2nd Week of Lent

1st Mar: St David, bishop

2nd Mar: 2nd Week of Lent

3rd Mar: 2nd Week of Lent

4th Mar: Third Sunday of Lent

Pope Francis Tweets

“I wish you all a fruitful Lenten journey, and I ask you to pray for me and my collaborators as we begin our week of Spiritual Exercises.”

Adoration for Pro-Life

Adoration in Christ the King, every Monday from 6-7pm is offered for the protection of families & life.

Pro-Life Rally to “SAVE THE 8th” Sat 10th March in Dublin

Bus from Crevenagh Rd,Park & Ride at 8am: Eamon:07743502165

GAA Weekly Lotto:

Winning No’s: 8, 13, 20, 22, 24 . Jackpot stays £5,000

Parish of Badoney Lower (Gortin/Rouskey) : Lenten Talks

Warmly invites you to attend their talks on The Family at 7.30pm. 28th Feb: Mickey Harte “Where we belong”. 7th Mar: Davide Barbieri “Where we learn to live with weakness.”. 14th Mar: Richard Moore “Where we learn to be kind & cope with acceptance & Forgiveness. 23rd Mar: Andrea Begley “Where we learn to cope with challenges.”

ACCORD NI Catholic Marriage Care Service

Are recruiting Counsellors & Facilitators in the Omagh area. If you are interested come along to an information night on 26th Feb at 8pm in the Pastoral Centre, Brook St, Omagh or contact 8224 2439

Christian Women's World Day of Prayer

St. Columba`s Church, Omagh on 2nd March at 8pm. Cappagh and Drumragh Parishes are represented in the Service. Why not come along and experience a prayerful, informative and musical Service.

BBC Documentary Celebrating Pope Francis

BBC are looking for people who are interested in taking part in a documentary on Pope Francis and his anticipated visit to Ireland. Do you have a beloved picture of the Pope on their wall? Attended the Popes visit in 1979? Made a pilgrimage to Rome and attended an open air Mass? If interested contact: Julie Forbes 07811 281 663

Anam Cara: Bereaved Parents Support Evening

Radisson Blu Hotel, Letterkenny, Thurs 8th March; 7.30-9pm. Information Line: 02895213120 / Website: anamcara.ie

Cappagh Parish Centre

The hall is available to hire for groups, schools and clubs. Also available for a private party, tea or children's birthday party. Kitchen facilities available. Contact John for info: 07742239933

Cappagh Parish Pilgrimage - Benevento & San Giovanni Rotondo

2018 marks the 100th Anniversary of Padre Pio receiving the Stigmata & the 50th Anniversary of his death. Fully escorted Group Pilgrimage accompanied by Fr Daniel Ihunnia, MSP as spiritual director. Departs Belfast 21st-28th Sept 2018. £819 pps (single supplement available). Contact 07799112224 / 07778025587 to book or for further information