Sunday, 5th & 12th August 2018

The Visit of Pope Francis to Ireland for WMOF2018

Pope Francis will make a pastoral visit to Ireland for the 9th World Meeting of Families which is taking place in Dublin from 21 – 26 August. In addition to the Festival of Families the WMOF2018 has at its heart the following key moments: A National Opening of World Meeting of Families which will take place simultaneously in the twenty-six dioceses on the island of Ireland on Tuesday 21 August; A three-day Pastoral Congress which will take place in the RDS, Dublin from 22-24 August and will include entail a joyful and reflective programme of workshops, talks and discussions centred on the theme: “The Gospel of the Family: Joy for the World”. The Congress will also offer an engaging programme for young people to include faith and fun activities for children; A visit to Knock Shrine, Ireland’s National Marian Shrine, where he will pray for families and for the World Meeting of Families on Sunday 26 August; The Closing Mass for WMOF2018 which will involve 500,000 pilgrims from Ireland and around the world in the Phoenix Park, Dublin on Sunday 26 August.

SUNDAY 12th August 2018

Sabbath Mass Times

Vigil Mass Saturday evening - 6pm.

Sunday Morning - 9am and 11am.

Weekday Mass

Mon –7.30pm. Tuesday 7.30pm Vigil Mass

Wed —Saturday 10am Mass.

Confessions

After 10am Mass and 6pm Vigil Mass on Saturdays

Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Wednesday 15th August.

Tuesday Vigil 7.30pm . Wednesday 10am.

Deaths

Mary Clinton, Fahan, Former Housekeeper to Fr Michael Conway.

Anniversaries

Pauline McCourt, Months Mind Mass on Monday 13th August at 7.30pm.

Jim Elliott, Gregory Edwards, Tom Gallagher, Margaret Brolly, Rosaleen Roberts, Agnes Farren, Mary and Josie Dixon.

Ministers of the Word for Sunday 19th August 2018

6pm Vigil - Kevin Lees.

9am Mass - Leonard Quinn.

11am Mass - Sarah Sinead Houston.

Weekly Collection

Sunday 5th August £1066.00 Building Fund £795.00. Our thanks for your generosity.

RELICS OF ST. THÉRÈSE AND HER PARENTS, SAINTS LOUIS AND ZE LIE MARTIN: Ahead of the upcoming World Meeting of Families in Ireland, these relics will be coming to St. Eugene's Cathedral, Derry, on Tuesday 14th August, where Bishop McKeown will lead a short Service of Welcome at 11:00am. Fr Stephen Quinn OCD, from the Carmelite Friary in Termonbacca, Derry, will give a Talk at 12:30pm. At 2:00pm, the Rosary will be recited for the success of WMOF. At 4:00pm, there will be a Recitation from St. Therese's autobiography: Story of a Soul. At 6:00pm, the relics will leave the Cathedral and make their way to the Carmelite Friary in Termonbacca. Everyone warmly invited to come along.

As part of the World Meeting of Families 2018 (Papal Visit), Bishop Donal is leading Evening Prayer at 7.00pm followed by the Celebration of the Eucharist at 7.30pm on Tuesday 21st August 2018 in Saint Eugene’s Cathedral for the

Derry City Deanery parishes. This is a great opportunity for as many people from each parish to come to fill the Cathedral for this Deanery event at this special time for Ireland. Perhaps members of your parish who are unable to attend the events taking place in Dublin, could participate in this special event. All parishes are invited to take part in a Pilgrim Walk to Saint Eugene’s Cathedral (weather permitting) if your parish is near the Cathedral or if you feel quite fit and want to walk!!! There will be refreshments after Mass. Ardmore pilgrim walk will begin at upper car park, St.Columbs Park (Browning Drive) at 6.15 to Cathedral.

World Meeting of Families 2018 - Phoenix Park Papal Mass.

Ardmore Bus leaving Ardmore Car Park at 7am on Sunday 26th August 2018. Bus fully booked.

The National Novena to Our Lady of Knock

14 -22 August
Ceremonies: 3pm & 8.30pm Daily
Workshops: 12 noon & 6pm Daily
This year will be the 41st celebration of the Novena, and such an important year as we prepare the way for the visit of His Holiness Pope Francis to the Shrine as part of the World Meeting of Families in Dublin. The theme for this year’s Novena is ‘Faith & Family’, and will draw from the key topics and themes related to Family from Pope Francis’ teachings in The Joy of Love (Amoris Laetitia). See the full programme of Novena speakers at www.knockshrine.ie/events

Schedule of Events at Knock for Visit of Pope Francis

From 8.30am on the morning of Sunday August 26th 2018, there will be a ‘Gathering Event’ until the arrival of the Holy Father. It will focus on the Story of Knock through Apparition witnesses testimonies. Music for the occasion will be provided by Knock Parish Choir with guest musicians and soloists. Upon arrival, the Holy Father will move through the assembly in the Pope Mobile arriving at the Apparition Chapel at 10am for private prayer. Afterwards His Holiness will deliver a short address and lead pilgrims in the Angelus Prayer. After the departure of the Holy Father, there will be a concelebrated open-air Mass with Fr Richard Gibbons as the main celebrant and homilist. Please note that this will be a part of the official ticketed event.

Pioneers and Friends’ One Day Pilgrimage to Lough Derg takes place on Saturday 8th September. Bus will leave Ardmore church at 7.45 am and final pick up point is at Steelstown church at 8 am. Cost: £40 includes bus, boat fares, refreshments, services and lunch on the island. To book a place, please ring Bridie 71291231, Marie 71352970, Anne 71352768 or Andrew 71352285 as soon as possible. Everyone welcome.

Sunday, 5th August 2018 – 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Vatican declares Death Penalty ‘Inadmissible’.

Pope Francis has decreed that capital punishment constitutes an ‘attack’ on the dignity of human beings.

The Catholic Church says it has changed its teaching to declare the death penalty ‘inadmissible’ to reflect that all human life is sacred and there is no justification for state-sponsored executions.

That Vatican said on Thursday 2nd Aug. approved a revision to say that capital punishment constitutes an ‘attack’ on the dignity of human beings. The change will be reflected in the most important guide to church teaching, the catechism. Previously, the catechism said the church did not exclude recourse to capital punishment, ‘if this is the only possible way of effectively defending human lives against the unjust aggressor’. Pope Francis has long railed against the death penalty. In March 2015 letter to the president of the International Commission against the Death Penalty, he wrote: ‘Today, capital punishment is unacceptable, however, serious, the condemned’s crimes may have been. The letter added: ‘It entails cruel inhumane and degrading treatment’…..(Vatican News).

SUNDAY 5th August 2018

Sabbath Mass Times

Vigil Mass Saturday evening - 6pm.

Sunday Morning - 9am and 11am.

Weekday Mass

Mon –7.30pm. Tuesday 10am Mass

Wed 10am Service. Thursday—Saturday 10am Mass

Confessions

After 10am Mass and 6pm Vigil Mass on Saturdays.

Deaths

Raymond Burley, Birmingham, Father-in-law of Cathy McCarron.

Anniversaries

Jordan Breslin Months Mind Mass this Monday 7.30pm

Patricia Friel, Lily McNamee McAllister, Lucy Loughrey.

Derry Diocesan Deceased List

Noel Quigley, Sevenoaks. Annie Bredin, Ardmore Road, Michael Birtles, Whitethorn 

Dr, Rose Xavier, Shepherds Glen, Teresa McGrotty, Berryburn Pk, John O Kane, Ballybogie Rd,

Harry Walker, Nicholson Gdns, Sean Maguire, Earls Court,

Peter McEleney, Judges Road.

Ministers of the Word for Sunday 12th August

6pm Vigil - Josephine McDermott.

9am Mass - Claire Campbell, Odhran Campbell.

11am Mass - John Boyle.

Eucharistic Minister for August 2018

6pm Vigil - Angela Brolly, Emma Crilly and Aidan Boyle.

9am - Donna Hartop.

11am - Orla Magee, Tony Crilly, Pearl Donnelly.

Weekly Collection

Sunday 28th July £1160.00. Our thanks for your generosity.

Care Home Masses.

Ardlough Care Home. Tuesday 7th August 11.15am

Sevenoaks Fold: Thursday 9th August 9am.

Ardmore GAC Lotto Week 30 the numbers were 6-10-23. The £1100 Jackpot was won by Brigid O Kane. Next week the jackpot starts again at £100. Well done to our two Under 8 teams that took part in a blitz on Friday and a reminder that our Cul Camp is just two weeks away. Also don’t forget our 7 aside competition for all age groups on Saturday 25th August.

Trócaire - 'This Is Palestine' screening at The Gasyard Feile

Trócaire invites you to the screening of ‘This Is Palestine’ on Wednesday 8th August at 1pm in The Gasyard Centre, Derry. This documentary follows Riverdance founder John McColgan on a journey through Gaza and the West Bank. There will be a discussion afterwards with John McColgan and Seán Farrell, Director of Trócaire’s International Division. It is free and all are welcome. Any queries contact Roisin O'Hara (roisin.ohara@trocaire.org)

Older People North West will be running a short 3 week course on Chinese Culture from Tuesday 7th August 12.10pm – 1.10 in Malvern House. Try your hand at Chinese Calligraphy. Ask questions about customs and beliefs, and sample some Chinese snacks. Come along and be curious. Contact 028 71 347 478 or development@olderpeoplenorthwest.org for more information.

Carmelite Retreat Centre Termonbacca

MARIAN DEVOTIONS - will take place in the Carmelite Retreat Centre Termonbacca on Tuesday 7th August, beginning at 7.30 p.m.

THE RELICS OF SAINT THERESE AND HER PARENTS - Arrive at the Carmelite Retreat Centre Termonbacca for veneration on Tuesday 14th August at 7.00 p.m.

THANKYOU: Children in Cross Fire Collection

I wanted to let you know that the Ardmore Parish raised an amazing £1185.98, and €74.41. You really are such a continuous support to the work we do and it is invaluable. Thanks again.

Shauna O'Neill Community Fundraiser T: 028 7126 9898

Lough Derg 2018: You may begin the Three Day Pilgrimage on any day up to and including Monday 13th August. Advance booking is not necessary. For information regarding public transport telephone Lorraine on 00353 71 9861518 or email info@loughderg.org

VMM (Volunteer Missionary Movement) International Celebrates 50 Years of Lay Mission: VMM would like to reconnect with returned volunteers who participated on our projects in Africa, Asia and Latin America throughout the years and invite you to our Gathering and Gala Dinner celebrations in Dublin on September 1st. A pioneering organisation of lay mission, meet our inspirational founder, Edwina Gateley and hear her speak on her life and the founding of VMM back in 1969. Join us too for a commemorative book launch of volunteer memories and enjoy Ireland's best Discovery Gospel Choir, dining, dancing and great company. For details, go http://www.vmminternational.org/vmm-international-celebrates-50th-anniversary/

Thornhill Ministries is hosting the following; ‘Spiritual Beings on a Human Journey’ Retreat led by Fr Paschal McDonnell ofm. 10 – 15 August 5-Day opportunity to reflect on life’s experiences, to reverence our story and to hold with tenderness our joys and struggles. ‘Immersed in Heaney – a short weekend to absorb the poetry of Heaney and visit the Homeplace that birthed his imagination Friday 31 Aug & Saturday 1 September

For further details please contact 71351233 or thornhillministries@derrydiocese.org

Translink Special Train Services Places are limited, so early booking advised. Booking can be done online on www.translink.co.uk/popeinireland You are asked to bring to the attention of parishioners travelling to Phoenix Park on Sunday 26 August the special train services operating on that day from Derry. Cost is £48.50 for an adult and £24.50 for a child.

Ahead of World Meeting of Families, we are delighted to welcome American journalist, John L Allen Jnr, to the Derry Diocese, on Friday 17 August at 7.30pm where he will talk on ‘The Challenge of Pope Francis to the Church in Ireland,’ reflecting on the recent writings of the Holy Father. This event will take place in St Mary’s College, Northland Road, Derry, and you are warmly invited to attend.

Admission is free.