| Sunday Gospel Many people have memories of the Corpus Christ procession when the monstrance with the Blessed Sacrament was brought around the parish. All groups in the parish were represented. Children scattered petals before the host and houses were decorated. The meaning of the feast was to bring the Lord into the streets of his people and to appreciate the gift he gives us of himself in the Eucharist. This procession still takes part in many places. On Holy Thursday we also celebrate the Eucharist, but in another way it is more of the sacrifice of Jesus on Calvary. We unite ourselves with his offering that brought him to death, and look forward to the resurrection when the risen Lord would be present in many ways among people, including in the form and shape of bread and wine. On the feast of the Body and Blood of Christ, the emphasis is more on gift than on sacrifice. (Fr D Neary.) The diocesan Novena to the Sacred Heart continues. Sunday Masses Church of the Holy Spirit (Sat.) Vigil 5pm, St Matthias’ 10am, St Teresa’s 12noon. Weekday Masses St Teresa’s, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday (Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus) 10am. Confessions Saturday 4 30pm in Church of the Holy Spirit, after any Mass and on request. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament every Wednesday in St Matthias’ Church from 11am to 4pm. |
| Months Mind: Patricia Hall. Anniversaries: Mary McCann, Tom McMahon, Mary Stafford, Gerard (Gerry) Magee. Sanctuary Candle Burning: Robert and Lizzy Hagan. To book a wedding or baptism, please contact the parish office (better to email). Weekly Collection: £1 900. Thank you for your continued support. National Novena to Our Lady of Knock 13 – 21 August 2026 Since 1977, the National Novena to Our Lady of Knock has taken place at Knock Shrine, welcoming pilgrims from across Ireland and abroad to gather in prayer and reflection. This year’s theme, “Sheltered in God’s Love,” marks the 50 Anniversary of the opening of Knock Basilica and reflects its continuing role as a place of faith, hope and community for all who visit this sacred place. (knockshrine.ie) West Belfast Historical Society. Next meeting will take place Friday 12 June 2026 at 7.30pm in St Michael’s Parish Centre, Finaghy Road North. Talk is entitled Street Names in the Four Corners of Belfast. Speaker will be Fr Martin Magill. Down and Connor Three Day Pilgrimage to Lough Derg. Friday 19 to Sunday 21 June 2026. pathwaystothefuture@downandconnor.org St Peter’s Cathedral Summer Singing Course, 6– 10 July 2026. Book by 30 May 2026 for an Early Bird Discount. cathedralmusic@downandconnor.org Join us at Recharge for a fun-filled Quiz Night in support of Mary’s Meals on Friday the 19th of June at 7.30pm in St Colmcille’s Church Hall, Ballyhackamore. Gather your friends, test your knowledge, and help provide life-changing school meals to children in some of the world’s poorest communities. Every answer makes a difference come for a great evening and a great cause. £5 donation – sign up via eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/charity-quiz-tickets-1989987423954?aff=oddtdtcreator Bishop Alan & Dr Abigail Favale Conversation on the Ordination of Women . An honest and open conversation with Bishop Alan and Dr Abigail regarding the conversation around ordaining Women. This is the link to watch the video –  Conversation between Bishop Alan McGuckian and Dr Abigail Favale.mp4. It can also be found on the Diocesan Website , Facebook and is also on YouTube. Called and Sent: Clonard Solemn Novena 17 to 25 June 2026. Weekdays: 6:45am, 9:30am, 11:30am, 4pm, 6pm, 8pm. Saturday & Sunday: 6:45am, 9:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm, 4pm, 6pm, 8pm. Sacrament of the Sick Saturday, 20 June at 9:30am, 11:30am and 6:00pm Procession in Thanksgiving to Our Mother of Perpetual Help after the final 8pm Mass on Thursday, 25 June 2026. All welcome. St Vincent De Paul Helpline No. 028 90351561: Email address: info@svpni.co.uk Website address: www.svp.ie/get-help.aspx Lord Jesus today we renew our dedication to your Sacred Heart. We remember your love for us and we pledge our love in return. Placing you at the centre of our hearts and homes, we wish to live our lives in union with you and share your mission of love to all people. Lord Jesus, accept this dedication and keep us in your Sacred Heart. Amen. |
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