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38/21 Moville Parish Newsletter 19 September 2021
25th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Responsorial Psalm: The Lord upholds my life.
Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia Alleluia I am the light of the world, says the
Lord, anyone who follows me will have the light of life. Alleluia!
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK AHEAD
Sunday 19th The Messiah must encounter opposition and rejection because of
his message and his life: as the Christ, Jesus will be put to death. He and his life
are the model of those who would follow him; the little child has a lesson for
them.
Monday 20th St Andrew Kim Taegon, St Paul Chong Hasang and
companions. Andrew Kim Taegon, the first Korean priest, Paul Chong
Hasang, a catechist, and one hundred and one others were martyred during the
persecutions of the Church in Korea, 1839-67.
Tuesday 21st St Matthew. A tax collector for the Roman government, called by
Jesus to be an apostle. Traditionally regarded as the author of the first Gospel.
Thursday 23rd St Pius of Pietrelcina (Padre Pio). A Capuchin friar, stigmatist,
confessor and friend of all who suffer. He died on 23rd September 1968.
St Eunan (Adomnan). Born in Donegal about 624, he became a monk in Iona
and in 679 he was chosen as abbot there. One of his writings is a life of St. Colum
Cille. Died in 704.
Saturday 25th St Finbarr came to Gougane Barra and lived there probably as a
hermit. When disciples gathered around him, he moved to Cork at the mouth of
the Lee, where his monastery became a famous centre of learning.
Memorial Mass for Eileen Farren in St Pius X at 12 noon. (Can be viewed on
webcam).
First Anniversary Mass for Ann Doherty at 7pm.
Mass this week: Mon – Fri, 10am; Sat 7pm. Sun. 10am, 12pm.
Confessions: Saturday, 6.15 – 6.45pm.
The Rosary and the Divine Mercy Chaplet will be recited in St. Pius X
Church, Moville, at 7.30 pm every day, from Sunday – Friday. Adoration of
the Blessed Sacrament on Monday, 2-9pm; Wednesday, 6-9pm.
Mass, The Rosary, and The Divine Mercy may be followed on the parish
webcam.38/21 Moville Parish Newsletter 19 September 2021
The Parish of Moville
St Pius X, Moville St Mary’s, Ballybrack
St Columba’s, Ballinacrae St Joseph’s Oratory, Shrove
Parish Priest: Fr Pat O’Hagan Tel: (074) 9382057
Parish Office: Tel: 089-9798562 / (074) 9382057
email: movilleparish@gmail.com Parish website: www.movilleparish.com
Bulletin email address: movillebulletin@gmail.com
Welcoming the Child
In today’s gospel Jesus is instructing those who will follow on from him and carry on his
work for future generations. He took a little child and said to the disciples, ‘Whoever
welcomes one such child in my name welcomes me, and whoever welcomes me welcomes
not me but the one who sent me.’ As we continue our journey through the Season of
Creation, we are reminded of Pope Francis’ words in Laudato Sì – On Care for Our Common
Home, where he challenges us to reflect: ‘What kind of world do we want to leave to those
who come after us, to children who are now growing up?’ (Laudato Sì, 160). In the context
of the environmental crises our world is facing, how are we welcoming the generations to
come? Pope Francis does not hold back when referring to the challenges: ‘We may well be
leaving to coming generations debris, desolation and filth’ (LS, 161). We know that climate
change and the biodiversity crisis are driving so many problems in our world at present.
‘Climate change is a global problem with grave implications: environmental, social,
economic, political and for the distribution of goods. It represents one of the principal
challenges facing humanity in our day.’ (LS, 25). Yet our pace of consumption does not
ease. Young people are standing up and calling governments and world leaders to account,
rightly concerned about their future.
During this Season of Creation, we must pray for our world, and act. How can we restore
our common home and ensure that our world is liveable for the generations who are coming
after us? Can your parish explore becoming an Eco-Parish, setting up a care for creation
team, turning church grounds in areas which promote biodiversity? There is so much we can
do, and no action is too small. We must listen to the cry of the earth and the cry of our young
people.
‘The one thing we need more than hope is action. Once we start to act, hope is
everywhere. So instead of looking for hope, look for action. Then, and only then,
hope will come.’ – Greta Thunberg.
Jane Mellett, Intercom38/21 Moville Parish Newsletter 19 September 2021 We offer our sympathy to the family and friends of Mick Davern, O’Gara Villas, John Doherty, Derry and Mary Dold, Cork and Greencastle who died recently. May they rest in peace. Thank you for your generous financial support to the parish in the past week, which amounted to €2023. If you’d like to receive a copy of the parish newsletter by email, please send an email to: movillebulletin@gmail.com The newsletter will be sent out securely, giving no one else access to your email address, in accordance with GDPR. Greencastle Community Centre (9381054). info@greencastlecentre.ie Baby & Toddler group back on 23 Sept., at 10am. Walking group, Tuesdays, 11am. Guitar: registration on 21 Sept., at 6.30pm. Call 0871345006. Zumba with Kasia, for 6 nights, from 20 Sept., at 7pm – book with the Centre. Prayer for Vocations: That those called to the priesthood and religious life will know that true greatness lies in loving, following, and serving the Lord Jesus in everything. We Pray to the Lord. “It is to the glory of my Father that you should bear much fruit and then you will be my disciples.” Are you being called to love the Lord and His people as a priest, sister, or brother? If you are considering such a vocation, speak to Fr Pat or to the Diocesan Vocations Director (Fr Chris Ferguson - +447973421352) or email the National Vocations Office: info@vocations.ie The parish office (Tel: 0899798562 / 9382057) is now located in what was Fr McGoldrick’s house. Normal office hours are Monday, Tuesday, and Friday, 10am – 2pm. Occasionally, the times/days may change. If the office door is closed (or if there’s no answer on the phone) please call to the parochial house. Congratulations to the boys and girls of who recently celebrated and received the Sacraments of Confirmation and First Holy Communion. Sincere thanks to their parents and especially to the teachers who were preparing them over the past year or so, particularly during a period of lockdowns and online schooling.
38/21 Moville Parish Newsletter 19 September 2021 Chiropodist, Deirdre Britton, will be in Serenity House on Friday 24 September from 9.30am to 5.30pm, by appointment only. Call 0860666538 / 9360363. Beginning on the first Sunday of November, the new Mass times will be as follows: Vigil Mass in St Pius X Church, Moville, at 7pm on Saturdays, and at 10am on Sundays. Mass in St Mary’s Church, Ballybrack, at 12 noon on the first and third Sundays of the month. Mass in St Columba’s Church, Ballinacrae, at 12 noon on the second and fourth Sundays of the month. On the rare occasions when there is a fifth Sunday in a month, the 12 noon Mass will be in St Pius X Church, Moville. This new arrangement is temporary. If it proves suitable, it will be maintained. If not, an alternative timetable can be put in place. Ministers of the Word and of the Eucharist who would be willing to offer their services at any of our Masses, please contact the parochial office (preferably by email, or by calling 074-9382057). Hopefully, our choirs will return to sing and provide music at our weekend Masses. Choir leaders, please contact the office if you and your choir / musicians are happy to return. The Catholic Chaplaincy at Queen’s University, Belfast has reopened for the new academic year. It’s a vibrant community of faith and friendship at the heart of campus life where students can feel welcome, listened-to, valued, and supported. Visit qubcatholic.org for information on the liturgy timetable, events and facilities, and on their café. The team there are waiting to welcome you. ‘Beyond the Bruising’ An oasis hour for those seeking serenity as they live with fractured relationships. Available on Zoom on Saturday 9 October at 11am. For details contact thornhillministries@derrydiocese.org The rescheduled 2021 Scalp Walk for Concern will take place on Sunday 26 September. Participants are asked to start at any time between 12noon and 2pm and to maintain safe distancing throughout. The starting point is signposted from Burnfoot. It is a 5km walk, uphill, from Henry McLaughlin's farm. Please be prepared for changeable weather. All proceeds will go to Concern’s Worldwide Afghanistan Appeal. Donations can be made on site or at the Concern Book Shop, Ferryquay Street, Derry.
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