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PARISH OF DRUMCREE
Mission Statement: Our Parish is a Christ-centred community. In Baptism we are challenged by the Spirit to live and share the Gospel message. Through proclaiming the Gospel message to all, Growth in Faith, Liturgy, Justice Issues and Ecumenism we extend our love and care to all people providing support in renewing and deepening our faith. We value the gifts and talents of each of our Parishioners and invite them to use these in responding to Christ’s invitation to all of us to follow Him and spread the Good News to the whole world.
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St. John the Baptist Church, Garvaghy Road (1777) - 1977 St. Patrick’s Church, William Street - 1835
Mass Times: St. John the Baptist Saturday 7 p.m. Sunday 8.30 & 11.30 a.m. St. Patrick’s Sunday 10 a.m.
Weekday Masses: St. John the Baptist Monday 10am Tuesday - Friday 7p.m. St. Patrick’s Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. Monday 7p.m. (Novena - Miraculous Medal)
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Thursdays in St. John the Baptist Church beginning at 6 p.m.
Devotions 1st & 2nd Sunday -October - June
Confessions: St. Patrick’s Saturday - 12.30 - 1.15 p.m. St. John the Baptist Saturday - 6.15 - 6.45 p.m.
Baptisms: Every Saturday, 5 p.m. Registration for Baptism must be made in St. John the Baptist Church, after Friday evening Mass, two weeks prior to date.
Marriage: At least three months notice must be given to the Priests of the Parish.
Phone Numbers: Fr. O’Dwyer 38350610 Fr. Sheehan 38332218 Parish Mobile - Emergency No. 07841101850
Devotions in St. Patrick’s Church this evening at 7 p.m.
Ministers of The Eucharist St. John the Baptist week beginning 6th Geraldine Lawless.
Ministry of The Word week beginning 6th - 10 a.m. Denis McCourt. 7 p.m. Pat Hagan
Lourdes Diocesan Pilgrimage - Petitions may be left in both Churches up to Saturday 11th May (please do not put money in petition envelopes). Ceile in aid of Lourdes Diocesan Pilgrimage funds on Saturday 11th May in Drumcree Pastoral Centre 9 p.m. - 1 a.m.
First Communion for children attending Ballyoran PS next Saturday at 11 a.m. in St. John the Baptist Church. All welcome. Congratulations to children from St. John the Baptist & Bun Scoil who received their First HolyCommunion yesterday.
Feasts: Friday 10th St. Comgall.
May Rosary: every day at the Grotto. 6th: St Vincent de Paul Society; 7th-PALS; 8th-St Joseph’s Young Priests Society; 9th -Lourdes Portadown/Loughgall; 10th-PreMass Rosary Leaders; 11th-Knights of St Columbanus; 12th-Societyof Jesus. Parish groups wishing to lead this prayer are asked to sign up in the Sacristy.
Recent Baptisms: Nina Alicia Gosney, Daniela Alexandra Santos Oliveira, Sandra Tavares, Kevin James Santos Fortes
“When the Holy Spirit comes on you ... you will be my witnesses ... to the ends of the earth.” Mass for the Nations on Saturday 11th May at 7 p.m. in St. John the Baptist Church celebrating Ascension Day. Various languages singing and speaking about the love of God and praising God. Those from foreign countries who have made Drumcree their home are invited to this Celebration of Faith - come in your native custome if possible and bring your national flag.
H.U.G. (Help Uganda Grow) - Coffee Evening Saturday 4th May 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. ALSO Coffee Morning Sunday 5th May 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. in Pastoral Centre. Everyone welcome.
Adoration: Core Group Meeting in the Pastoral Centre after evening Mass on Tuesday 7th May
St. Joseph’s Young Priest Society - Church Door Collection raised £1,300. Thanks to all who contributed.
Sacrament of Anointing during 7 p.m. Mass in St. John the Baptist Church next Friday 10th May.
Dates: Cemetery Sunday 11.30 a.m. Mass, 2nd June. Triduum of Prayer and Garden Party, 13/14/15 June. Trip to Cultra Sunday 23rd June.
Marriage Encounter (for married couples of all ages with stable relationship). Weekend 24 - 26 May, Dromantine Conference Centre, Newry. Tel 028 90 626503.
St John the Baptist PS FunDay Sunday 19th May- BBQ, bouncy castles etc. All welcome.
International Conference for Life - Spires Conference Centre, Belfast, Saturday 11th May, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Special guest speakers. To register contact Precious Life on 028 90278484 / email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Order forms in Churches.
Requiescat In Pace
Jesus Christ is risen from the dead. Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
Lately Deceased: Antonio Soares, Sean Lavery, Kathleen Mallon, Marion Melaugh, Fr. Tommy Marley
At This Time: Denis & Philomena McCaughley
Sunday 5th: Jack Greer, Ann Reilly, Agnes McGurk, Teresa McDonald, Mateus Pereira, Josefina Pereira, Cleotilde Ximenes de Jesus
Monday 6th: Joseph McVeigh, Stella & Jimmy Loughlin, Seamus O’Neill, Mollie Corr, Eric Dale, Michael Marley, Joseph & Josephine Atkinson, Jim Speers, Lily O’Hare
Tuesday 7th: M.M. Mary Flatte, Kitty McAlinden(1st Anniversary), James Monaghan, Patricia Mulligan, Edel Fox
Wednesday 8th: Anthony McGuigan(1st Anniversary), John McCann, Joan Farnan, Mary McCann
Thursday 9th:
Friday 10th: M.M. Eamon Halfpenny, Jeanie McParland, Mary Corr, Stephen Toal, Cassie Quinn
Saturday 11th: Thomas Beattie, John Lappin
Anniversaries late for Bulletin should be left in the Sacristy on proper day
When submitting notices for the bulletin please include a name and telephone number Notices and anniversaries should be left in by the Wednesday prior to publication.
Bulletin: the 2nd June publication will devote page two of the centre pages to answering some of the Year of Faith questions. Any events for that week June 2nd to 8th should be published in the 26th May bulletin.I know that all readers and contributors to the bulletin will realise its importance as a means of speading the Gospel message andhelping to understand our faith. Thank you. MoD.
Drumcree College: visit www.drumcreecollege.co.uk Our School. Our Community. Our Future. Your Choice. Support DrumcreeCollege.St. Vincent De Paul Society URGENTLY REQUIRED!! Ladies, Men’s and Children’s Clothing. Furniture also needed - collection available. Clothes shop phone 38393898. Furniture shop phone 38394219, Mayfair Business Centre, Garvaghy Road. Open Monday - Friday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. SELF HELP LINE - 38339639 - Response within 48 hours.
Spiritfest: - Did not our hearts burn within us? - Second Spiritfest conference Saturday 11th May in the Fairways Hotel, Dundalk 9am-6pm.Speakers include Rev.Professor Eamon Conway, Rev. Dr. RuthPatterson. Cost is £25 or E30. Leaflets available in Churches. See www.prayerandspirituality.com Booking essential. Contact 0429336649.
Magnificat: readings and prayers for Mass; Morning and evening prayer of the Church; meditations. Books April available in Book Shop.Year of Faith - Doorway to Faith - a journey of prayer through theCatechism - available in Churches and Bookshop £2-50.
Armagh Parish Youth Group (J.O.Y.) - Mass for young people Sunday 5th May, 5.30 p.m. in Armagh Cathedral. This Mass will have young people as it’s focus. Refreshments afterwards. Everyone welcome.
Lough Derg - three day pilgrimages begin on 31st May until 13th August. One day retreats in May 11,12,13,18,19,20,25,26 27 - booking essential. 028 68632391.
Medjugorje- Marian Pilgrimages Saturday 8th June 2013. £519, fully inclusive - for 7 nights. Depart Dublin. Spiritual Director Fr. Thomas McHugh. For more details contact Maureen McKeown028 37522188.
Holy Land Pilgrimage - 23rd Oct. - 4th Nov. 1500 Euro PPS.Contact Tom at 00353 872701311.
Focolare Mariapolis in Dungarvan 1st to 6th July. For information contact 0035345840410 or www.focolare.org
Service of Thanksgiving and Remembrance for parents and families who have been bereaved through the death of a baby - Sunday 19th May, 3 p.m. in Medical Education Centre, Craigavon Area Hospital. All welcome.
ACCORD - Are you interested in becoming a Facilitator with ACCORD? Please contact Susannah or Sheila on 028 38334781,email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
St. Malachy’s Hurling Club: Bingo in Drumcree Pastoral Centre every Friday night 8.15 p.m. sharp. All support welcome.
Tir Na nOg GFC - Bingo as usual Tuesday night. The bigger the crowd the bigger the prizes. Saturday 11th May Golden Oldies Disco.
Naiscoil na Banna - additional places have been allocated for children of pre-school age ( born between 2nd July 2009 and 1st July 2010). If interested in a place for 2013-2014 contact Paula at 38391243.
Marie Curie Cancer Care - Saturday 11th May - Craigavon Sponsored Cycle starting and finishing at Oxford Island. For details contact 028 90882067 or 07968 293284. Wednesday 29th May “Walk in the Park” in Lurgan Park from 6 p.m. To register contact Margaret Coleman on 38343411 or Phil Kane on 90882066.
Bannside Development Centre: Homework Club Monday & Tuesday 3.15 - 4.30 p.m. £1 per day. Crafts Classes Tuesday 7 - 8 p.m. Armchair Aerobics Wednesday 7-8pm £1 per night. Computer Classes Thursday 10 a.m. - 12.30 p.m. For more information contact Ann 38339916.Offertory Collection Sunday 28th - £2636-99 Thanks to all who contributed ++++++++++++++ Pastoral Centre: Cafe Bethany open after10 a.m. Mass on MondaysReflection # Peace I leave you, my own peace I give you
Don’t we all want this gift of peace? Peace in our hearts, the Easter gift of the risen Lord, the promise of the Spirit of God.
The promises of Jesus do not seem to include wealth, employment, freedom from tension, success, health for ever, or freedom from worry, nor many more things we hope and pray for.
Peace I leave you, my own peace I give you
So what is this peace? The peace that nobody can take away:
the peace of being valued for who I am, of being at home with other people, of letting go past hurts, of doing what I know to be right, of being convinced of eternity,
of being loved, and of knowing the possibility of love - love given, promised and shared, of knowing that love and life will last forever, and the peace of forgiveness when I fail.
The peace of being always with someone who totally loves us, and believes in us: who sees us and loves us as we are, and calls us to be what we can be. And the peace of knowing that with Jesus, we can create in love a world according to the mind of God.
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