The Transfiguration Of The Lord 6th August 2023
Anniversary & Month’s Mind Masses
Mass will be offered for the following people on the occasion of an Anniversary or Month’s Mind. We remember them, their families and loved ones in our prayers.
Monday 7th August 7.30pm Roisin Barton
Tuesday 8th August 10.00am Gerry McCaul
Tuesday 8th August 7.30pm Vera Clarke
Wednesday 9th August 7.30pm Patrick Duffy
Thursday 10th August 7.30pm Rita O’Donnell
Friday 11th August 7.30pm Betty Gallagher
Saturday 12th August 6.00pm Bridget & Edward Tunney
Rest In Peace: We extend our sincere sympathy to the family and friends of; Paddy O’Hagan- Whitethorn Drive, Gerard O’Kane- Abbots Walk, Majella Barr- Gartan Square & Anna McCourt-St Columb’s Wells.
To book a Baptism, please contact the parish office for dates.
LAST WEEK’S ENVELOPE COLLECTION AMOUNTED TO £2160.00
LAST WEEK’S RENOVATION COLLECTION AMOUNTED TO £631.00
Parish Office: You can contact the Parish Office by Phone on 028-71262301 or via email longtower@derrydiocese.org.
Visitation of the Sick. For urgent sick calls please contact the parish office on 028-71262301 or 02871262894.
Listen All Ye Who Have Ears; No matter how familiar we are with our beautiful Long Tower, there is so much more to this House of God than meets the eye. Bishop Donal McKeown has narrated a fascinating audio-visual tour of the history of this sacred site and the wonders contained within, from oil paintings to stained-glass, architectural features, artwork and curiosities. If you’re hosting visitors or you simply want to deepen your appreciation of our church, why not try the audio guide, priced at just £2.00 per use. We’re pretty certain you’ll see and feel this place anew! Our audio-visual MP3 player can be collected in Áras Cholmcille (aka Wee Nuns). Monday-Saturday 10.30am-2.30pm (Not available Wednesdays or Sundays).
Áras Cholmcille – We are seeking volunteers to staff the reception for 3 hours once a week. This might be of interest to students seeking volunteering experience or anyone who enjoys engaging with tourists. For further information please email darinaghboyle15@gmail.com or send a text to 07789850793.
The Net – The July/August 2023 edition is now available. Sharing the fruits of the faith in the Derry Diocese, the combined July/August edition of ‘The Net’ is available in parishes as well as on the Diocesan website. For coverage of faith related stories just email editorthenet15@gmail.com.
Parish of Templemore: St Eugene’s & St Columba’s
School Liaison Coordinator
35 hours per week
1-year Fixed Term contract with possibility of extension
The Parish of Templemore: St Eugene’s and St Columba’s are seeking to recruit an individual to fulfil the role of School Liaison Coordinator. Under the guidance of the Pastoral Coordinator this person will work in the two city parishes that presently have five primary schools and three post primary schools. This is a full-time role for one year with the possibility of extension.
Parishes of Steelstown and Culmore
School Liaison Coordinator
35 hours per week
1-year Fixed Term contract with possibility of extension
The Parishes of Steelstown and Culmore are seeking to recruit an individual to fulfil the role of School Liaison Coordinator. Under the guidance of the Parish Priest/Administrator this person will work in the two parishes that presently have three primary schools and one post primary school. This is a full-time role for one year with the possibility of extension.
For application packs please contact: Bishop’s House, St Eugene’s Cathedral, Francis Street, Derry, BT48 9AP, telephone 028 7126 2302 or email: recruitment@derrydiocese.org. Completed applications must be returned to Personnel, Bishop’s House, St Eugene’s Cathedral, Francis Street, Derry, BT48 9AP or via email to recruitment@derrydiocese.org no later than 4.30pm on 14.08.23.
Derry Diocesan Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We welcome applications from all men and women and from members of all communities.
‘BUILDING PARISH LIFE’ – Talk by Mr David Wells in St Columb’s College, Buncrana Road, Derry: Thursday 29 August, 7.00pm – 8.30pm. An international speaker and author, David Wells has worked with parishes and dioceses internationally, encouraging and inspiring people to share the Joy of the Gospel, through the lens of building parish life. He invites us to be witnesses to the Gospel and to encourage others on their journey of faith, in the context of taking up opportunities, ministries and responsibilities at local parish level. This is a free event. Booking not required. You are invited to attend this Talk, to be inspired and equipped for the work of building parish and discerning the way forward in changing times in our parishes. For more information on the event, contact Tony Brennan, Diocesan Pastoral Development Coordinator, on 028 7126 2302 or email tony.brennan@derrydiocese.org
Accord Derry Marriage Preparation Courses: – September 25th & 26th 2023, October 16th & 17th 2023, November 6th & 7th/ 27th & 28th 2023 and December 11th & 12th 2023. Courses can be booked online at www.accordni.com. All of the above courses are via Zoom, 6.30pm – 9.30pm Monday’s and Tuesday’s.
Rosary on the Coast will be held again on Sunday 6 August at 3pm on Lisfannon Strand, Buncrana. Everyone invited.
National Novena at Knock Shrine- 14- 22 August. Daily Ceremonies 3pm & 8pm (Anointing of the Sick at 2.30pm). The National Novena to Our Lady of Knock offers you the opportunity to step away from everyday life and immerse yourself in prayer in the beautiful, peaceful grounds of Knock Shrine. Over the course of the nine-day Novena, we will hear from guest speakers each day who will offer insights on a variety of topics, from personal faith stories, to how we are responding to a changing world. You are invited to take this time to reflect and explore within yourself on how to embrace the challenges we face in our faith. Our theme for this year is ‘Caring for Creation’. Workshops will take place at 12 noon and daily walking tours (organised by Knock Museum) will take place at 10.30am throughout the Novena. The Family Day will take place on Sun 20 August from 11am – 3pm. See the full programme at www.knockshrine.ie
Legion of Mary Young Adult Catholic Conference – Saturday August 19th & Sunday 20th 2023: ‘Under Mary’s Mantle’ is a conference on faith and culture for young adults (18-35) with talks, prayer, Mass, Confession, workshops, food and social in the historic All Hallows campus, DCU, Dublin. A chance to build your faith in friendship with young men and women from across the country. Keynote speakers include poet and convert Sally Read, a one-time radical feminist who embraced the Faith, Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan, Cistercian Fr. Aelred McGee, Marian theologian Professor William A Thomas and many more. The talks and workshops range widely from poetry to reading the Bible, vocations and Mary in the Liturgical Year! Mass and Confessions take place both days. Two day ticket (Saturday & Sunday) – €60. Day rates – Saturday €40; Sunday €30. STUDENTS get a 10% discount – contact deusetpatria@gmail.com for discount code. There is a limited amount of accommodation available in DCU, contact deusetpatria@gmail.com or call 085 144 2423 for rates and more information.
Give Blood-Save Lives: Upcoming Blood Donation Sessions in Guildhall, Derry on Thursday 17th August 1pm – 4pm & 5pm – 8pm and Friday 18th August 12.30pm – 4pm & 5pm – 7pm. Booking by appointment only, please call-08085 534 653 or visit www.nibts.org.
Apex Housing have 1bedroom Sheltered properties available In Glenbrook House and Brickfield Court which provide independent living for tenants over 60 years of age. If you are interested in applying, please contact Karen Collins on 02871 304800 for more information.
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