Sunday Gospel The Master in today’s Gospel reading placed great trust in his servants, giving them stewardship of vast riches. God, Our Father, has placed the same trust in each one of us. At our baptism, He gave us a unique set of gifts and charisms, “each in proportion to [our] ability”. We received this lifetime of riches to equip us to continue God’s work on earth, to build His Kingdom, to scatter on His behalf and to yield fruit for His harvest. Our lives as baptised Catholics are lives of service and mission, in our homes, our schools, our workplaces, and our parishes. We are called to use the baptismal gifts we have received, the talents we have been trusted to grow, in the service of God, the people we encounter in our daily lives, and the communities within which we live, work and study. Our faith is not passive or individual to us. Our faith is active and to be shared and grown. God is calling each one of us to renew His Church using the talents He has entrusted us with. How will you use yours?
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.
St Matthias Monday 7pm Wednesday 9am, Friday 7am & Saturday 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.
Anniversaries: Logan and Kathleen Menary, Colette McKee, Barry McKee, James Kelly, McMullan Family, Thomas McCready, Una Maguire.
Weekly Collection: £1 873. Thank you for your continued support.
Annual Mass for Deceased Diocesan Clergy and Religious will take place Tuesday 24 November 2026 in St Peter’s Cathedral, Belfast at 7 30pm. In particular we remember and offer Mass for those who have died in this past year. All are welcome to join Bishop Alan McGuckian SJ.
Parish Grand Christmas Draw 2026, Tickets are available for the draw. There are many prizes including £500 cash, shop vouchers and food hampers. £1 each or 6 for £5.
Week of Witness for Persecuted Christians One in ten Christians, 220 million people, live in countries where they are persecuted for their faith. The charity Aid to the Church in Need, which works to support them, is organising a Week of Witness from November 15-22 to highlight their plight with a special appeal for parishioners to pray for the suffering Church on ‘Red Wednesday’ November 18. More information is available at www.acnireland.org
Catholic Marriage Encounter Weekend St Mary’s, Knock, Co. Mayo Friday 9 to Sunday 11 April 2027 This residential weekend starts at 7.30pm on Friday and finishes at 4.30pm on Sunday, and is open to all married couples. Online booking only at www.marriageencounter.ie
Recharge Advent Retreat Aged 18-35? Join us on Saturday the 12 December 2026 for a mini Advent Retreat in St Colmcille’s, Belfast. Come and spend a few hours in prayer to prepare well for the coming of Christ this Christmas. Guided prayer, Holy Mass, talks, silence, an opportunity for confession and time for socialising together with other young adults will be part of the day. What better way to prepare for Christmas.
Celtic Carols by Candlelight Sunday 20 December 2026 at 7pm will take place in St Michael’s Church Finaghy Road North. The event is being presented in association with the West Belfast Family of Parishes. There will also be congregational singing as part of the event, and refreshments will be served afterwards.
Houben Centre, Holy Cross Church, Ardoyne is showing a Video/Documentary on Our Lady of Knock, Friday 27 November at 7-30pm, with Q&A afterwards. The presenter is an EWTN producer, all are welcome, tea and coffee available. Sponsored by the Legion of Mary.
St Teresa’s Nursery School Admissions September 2027, Open Day Monday 7 December 3pm – 4pm. Pre-school applications open Wednesday 6 January 2027. Visit www.stteresasnursery.com to read the Admissions Criteria. Applications are completed online through EA Connect. Remember to upload your child’s birth certificate and any other relevant supporting documentation. Admission queries; preschooladmissions@eani.org.uk
St Teresa’s Youth Centre is excited to host a Vinted Pop-up Event on Saturday 28 November 10am – 2pm. Entry £1. Table Hire £15. Cash Only. Come along, grab yourself a bargain, refresh your wardrobe and support a great community event.
St Vincent De Paul Helpline No. 028 90351561: Email address: info@svpni.co.uk Website address: www.svp.ie/get-help.aspx
