| Sunday Gospel The mustard seed was a tiny seed that grew into a flowering bush; it was not mustard as we know it, but a bush to give beauty and shelter. It can remind us of the beauty of creation, and of the caring shelter we can give to others. It is also a reminder that each of us began as a seed in the mother’s body and grew with the plan of God. The love of God grows like that – it begins small with birth and with baptism, and then grows wide so that we share our love of God. It is the same with marriage – love begins and then grows so that children and grandchildren and others may shelter in love. Love grows when love is given, in our immediate circle, and in our care for the wider world. Good friendship and love spread out to many. (Fr D Neary) 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 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. To book an Anniversary Mass, Baptism or Wedding Ceremony please email the Parish Office.Recently Deceased: Vincent Lee.Months Mind: Andrew McKenna. Anniversaries: Paddy Straney, Hugo McDonnell, Eileen McDonnell, Joseph Donnelly, Rose-Ellen Donnelly, Padraig Burns, Sue Donnelly, Annie Cooke, Frank McCallan, Colum McCallan, Joseph Deane. Sanctuary Candle Burning: Sue Donnelly, Annie Cooke, Paddy Straney, Hugo McDonnell, Eileen McDonnell. Weekly Collection: £1 676. Thank you for your continued support. Pope’s Monthly Intention July/August 2026. July: For respect and protection of human life in all its stages, recognising it as a gift from God. August: For evangelisation in the city, which is often marked by anonymity and loneliness, that we may find new ways to proclaim the Gospel, discovering creative paths to build community. Family Prayer for Holidays: Heavenly Father, please bless our holiday. Help our family to have patience and understanding. Guide us to be mindful of this gift of time together. Help us to make compromises when necessary and handle any chaos that comes our way with Your love and grace. Open our eyes to truly see the beauty of the memories we are creating that will last a lifetime. Amen. (Guideposts.org)Words of Spirit and Life: An evening with Jeff Cavins Sunday 26 July 2026, 7pm Voco Hotel, Belfast. Spend an inspiring evening with Jeff Cavins, the internationally renowned Bible teacher, author, and creator of The Great Adventure Bible Timeline that shaped the hugely popular Bible in a Year podcast. Whether you’re a catechist, a young adult, or simply drawn to Scripture, come to meet others who love the Word, share in a time of prayer led by Fr Conor McGrath, and be reminded that the words of Jesus are Spirit and they are life. Register Online: https://tinyurl.com/5h483c83 Annual National Grandparents Pilgrimage Celebrating the Sixth World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly.All are welcome Sunday, 26 July 2026 Knock Shrine. Chief Celebrant: Archbishop Eamon Martin. From 2.30pm with the Anointing of the Sick. A day of grace and blessing for the whole family as we honour grandparents and the elderly. Please join us. Visit our website for resources: www.catholicgrandparentsassociation.org Lough Derg 2026. Days of guided prayer & reflection in August: Tuesday 18, Saturday 22, Sunday 23, Saturday 29 & Monday 31. September: Saturday 5, Sunday 6, Wednesday 9, Saturday 12, Tuesday 15, Saturday 19 & Sunday 20 Special Themed Retreat Days Saturday 5 September – Pioneer National Pilgrimage, Sunday 6 September 2026 Saint Carlo Acutis. Check lougderg.org CB Drama Camp: Dancing Drama Fun in St Teresa’s Youth Centre from Monday 20 July to Friday 24 July 2026 930am to 10am. 4 to 6 year olds. Check socials. There is a Scripture Group in the parish Called “New Beginnings”, they are a small group who gather once a week to share and reflect on the coming Sunday’s Gospel. For further information contact 02890203122, leave your name and phone number. St Vincent De Paul Helpline No. 028 90351561: Email address: info@svpni.co.uk Website address: www.svp.ie/get-help.aspx |
The Parish of St Teresa of Ávila, Glen Road, Belfast 