St Eugene's Cathedral Parish Newsletter | Vol. 45 No 33

Sunday, 19th August 2018 - 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Diocesan Launch of the World Meeting of Families

On Tuesday evening, we will be hosting our Diocesan Celebration to launch the World Meeting of Families. Bishop Donal will lead Evening Prayer at 7.00 pm, followed by Mass at 7.30 pm. As part of our liturgy, we plan to have a collection of family photos from across the parish. Please bring along a family photo and it will be displayed during the celebration. We would encourage everyone to attend. Refreshments will be served after Mass.

Visit of Pope Francis to Knock Shrine, Sunday, 26th August:

Practical Information

Those who have tickets to attend the visit of His Holiness Pope Francis to Knock Shrine on Sunday, 26th August are advised to read the information available on the Knock Shrine website regarding travel, parking and other practical information. The official Traffic Plan is also available and can also be viewed at www.garda.ie. Pilgrims are advised to study the plan in advance of travelling to the Shrine. Angelus text, a hymn sheet and general guidance/information on the liturgical events will be available for download/printing in the days prior to the event. This information, including the full Spiritual Programme is available at www.knockshrine.ie/wmof2018

Alpha Programme: Have Questions About Life? Monday, 24th September St Eugene’s Cathedral will be delivering the Alpha Course which seeks to introduce the basics of the Christian faith through a series of talks and discussions. It is described as ”an opportunity to explore the meaning of life”. Everyone is invited to attend. Registration Forms are available at the back of the Cathedral. Please complete and return to the Alpha Box at the back of the Church.

All couples intending to get married here in St Eugene’s Cathedral must participate in a pre-marriage course with ACCORD within six months of the marriage date. To book a course visit www.accord.ie or email derry@accordni.com. If an ACCORD Pre-Marriage Course is unavailable in your area, please contact St Eugene’s Cathedral before booking a course with another provider. It is mandatory that all couples intending to celebrate their marriage here in St Eugene’s Cathedral complete a recognised Pre-Marriage Course.

He Will Come Again in Glory: Christ already reigns through the Church. . .

"Christ died and lived again, that he might be Lord both of the dead and of the living." Christ's Ascension into heaven signifies his participation, in his humanity, in God's power and authority. Jesus Christ is Lord: he possesses all power in heaven and on earth. He is "far above all rule and authority and power and dominion", for the Father "has put all things under his feet." Christ is Lord of the cosmos and of history. In him human history and indeed all creation are "set forth" and transcendently fulfilled.

Excerpt from Catechism of the Catholic Church from the Vatican Website - CC668

Sympathy

We offer our sympathy to the family and friends of: Kathleen Murray, 55 Cashelmore Park.

May she rest in peace.

Anniversaries

Gabriel McDonough, Nancé Gallagher, John Feeney, Sibeal Sharkey, 

James (Jim) Chambers, Tommy Wilson, Gaby Gallagher, 

Christina McDaid, Hugo Carlin and Nellie McCauley.

May they rest in peace.

Baptisms

We welcome as members of God’s family:

Lola Christina McIntyre, 7 Creevagh Park.

Serena McLaughlin, 24 Westland Street.

Cián Paul Hutton, 12B Tullyardan Square.

Comghall Míchéal Dunlop, 1 Glenwood.

Hunter Barney Niall MacHugh, 16 Clonelagh.

Eoin David Mackey, 21 Glenbank Road.

Cian Daniel Bonar, Carrigtoohill, Co Cork.

Sophie Brigid Doherty, 108 Stoneypath.

Eucharistic Ministers

Team *A* begins its rota at the 6.15 pm Vigil Mass next weekend.

Sick Visitation

Fr Patrick Lagan will attend the sick and housebound in his care this coming week. Please note amended days.

Mon am: Templemore Pk, Grafton St, Epworth St, Fairman Pl, Academy Tce, Tutor Crt, Tutor Cl, Northland Ave, Northland Prde, Northland Dr, Northland Cres and Northland Rd,

Mon pm: Glenbank Rd, Glenbank Gdns, Glen Rd, Turasmore Pk, Hatmore Pk, Ardglen Pk, Glenown Pk, Argyle St and Argyle Tce.

Tues am: Marlborough Tce, Marlborough St, Marlborough Rd, Creggan Rd, Oakfield Rd and Helen St.

Thurs am: Forest Pk, Meadowview Cres, Rosemount Gdns, Rosemount Ave, The Village, Osborne St, Montrose Gdns, Ernest St and Nassau Cres.

Readers for next weekend

06.15 pm Angela and Lauren McCallion

07.30 pm Liz McMonagle/Mona Tracey

09.30 am Mary Murphy

11.00 am Piaras and Geraldine O Meallain

12.30 pm Charlie McDermott/Eiilsh Friel

07.00 pm Gráinne Nugent/Shaun Doherty

Thank You

Fr Farren acknowledges with thanks donations for: Charities of Admin’s Choice: £20. St Vincent de Paul: £40. Donation to St Thérése: £20. Trócaire: £40, £50.

Last Week’s Collection amounted to £3,613.

Parish Development Collection amounted to £952.

Mass in honour of Blessed Alexandrina will be held in Termonbacca on Sunday, 26th August at 7.30 pm.

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 Steelstown Church at 8.00 am. Cost: £40 includes bus, boat fares, refreshments, services and lunch on the island. To book ring Bridie 71291231, Marie 71352970, Anne 71352768 or Andrew 71352285 as soon as possible.

Tour De Foyle 1080: Community Challenge - The countdown is on as leaders of the city’s four main churches invite people to get on their bikes or put on their walking/running shoes for the Tour de Foyle 1080 Charity Event, which will begin at the Foyle Arena on Saturday, 25th August. The event is being organised jointly by The Churches Trust and the North West Methodist Mission, and is supported by church leaders in Derry. Now in its fifth year, the event has attracted participants from far and wide, and organisers hope this year’s event will be bigger and better than ever. The event caters for all with three aspects to choose from: 10k Walk: 10k Run: 80k Cycle. Registration details for the walk/run/cycle can be found on the website:www.tourdefoyle.co.uk.

Older People North West/Age Concern are having a taster session of Ageless Grace in Malvern House on Monday at 1.30 pm. Ageless Grace is a chair based exercise programme suitable for all abilities. It exercises both body and mind. Call 71347478 or email development@olderpeoplenorthwest.org for information.

Free activities for the over 50’s in Sepember/October: Live Wise Age Well are organising a range of activities including swimming lessons, relaxation and gentle movement, cookery classes and online for beginners classes! For further information and to book a place contact 71160236.

Congratuations to James and Myra McLaughlin,

25 Ernest Street who recently celebrated their

25th Wedding Anniversary

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).