| Sunday Gospel On feeding the needy, Pope Francis remarked: We will find Jesus’ wounds in carrying out works of mercy, in caring for the body of your wounded brother, because he is hungry, because he is thirsty, because he is naked, because he is humiliated, because he is a slave, because he is in jail, because he is in the hospital. They are the wounds of Jesus today. And Jesus asks us to take a leap of faith, towards him through his wounds in his people today. We need to touch the wounds of Jesus, we must caress the wounds of Jesus, we need to bind the wounds of Jesus with tenderness, and we must kiss the wounds of Jesus. Lord, the reason why there is not sufficient food in the world today is that people are not concerned for one another. When the prosperous see others in need they respond like the disciples. They want to send them away and tell them to go to the villages to buy themselves some food, although they know perfectly well that in factthere is nothing in the villages for them to buy. Send us leaders like Jesus who will tell us that there is no need for the crowds to go away, since we can give them something to eat ourselves. Even if all we have with us is five loaves and two fish, we can bring them to you and raise our eyes to heaven in thanksgiving for what we have. All will eat as much as they want, and in fact there will be basketfuls of scraps remaining. 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.Months Mind: Patricia (Pat) MacAllister. |
| Anniversaries: Sarah Montgomery, Jack and Madge Murray, Patrick Bell, Ellen Drumm, Peter Cunningham, Jim Molloy, Bob Armstrong. Sanctuary Candle Burning: James Maguire. Weekly Collection: £2 217. Thank you for your continued support. 24 Hours of Prayer for Vocations in St Colmcille’s Church, Ballyhackamore on 3/4 August 2026.The vigil will begin with Mass at 7pm on Monday and conclude with Mass at 7pm on Tuesday. Come for any part of the day or night, which includes Adoration & Confession. To sign up contact Fr Conor McGrath c.mcgrath@downandconnor.org To honour the Feast of Our Lady’s Assumption, the Legion of Mary are organising 24 hours of Eucharistic Adoration in St Agnes Church. Adoration will begin after the 7pm Mass on Friday 14 August 2026 and will continue throughout the night and throughout the day, ending before 6.30 vigil Mass on 15 August 2026. St Theresa of Calcutta described time spent with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament as the “best time you will spend on earth”. Please come along and give thanks to Our Lady and her Son Jesus. Bishop Alan McGuckian SJ – will be celebrating Mass in Irish as part of The Fleadh on Sunday 9 August 2026 at 11am in St Patrick’s Church , Donegall Street. All Welcome. 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. Check knock.ie Friday Lunchtime Mass. End your busy week with a moment of peace and reflection in the heart of Belfast City. Join us for Holy Mass at lunchtime12.30 – 1pm every Friday, in the Belfast Jesuit Centre, Donegall Street. Take a break from your busy day, whether you’re a student between classes, or a city worker in need of a midday reset. After Mass, stay for tea / coffee – or even bring your packed lunch – and enjoy a chat with others in a welcoming and comfortable space. The best way to start your weekend. Parish Draw Winners July: B. O’Laughlin, T. Johnston, A. Rainey, S. McCambridge, J Deeds. Congratulations with thanks to promoters and the committee. 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 |
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