The Presentation of the Lord               2^nd February 2025

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.

 

Sunday 2^nd February 10.00am       John Patton

Sunday 2^nd February 12Noon        Deborah Kelly

Monday 3^rd February 7.30pm         Kathleen Barber

Tuesday 4^th February 7.30pm        Vincent McCauley

Wednesday 5^th February 7.30pm   Muranna Moore

Thursday 6^th February 10.00am    Phyllis McKeever & Sally Cutter           

Thursday 6^th February 7.30pm      Raymond Bradley

Friday 7^th February 7.30pm           William McMenamin

Saturday 8^th February 6.00pm      Liam Bradley

 

Rest In Peace: We extend our sincere sympathy to the family and friends of; Edward Muldoon- Old City Court, James McCloskey- Liverpool,formerly Ann St, Ann Breslin- Ardmore, Muff, Adrian Healey- Faustina Terrace, Darren Taylor- Florida & Pauline Ward- Great James Street (formerly Meenan Drive).

 

 

Baptisms: We Welcome into the family of God: Donnacha Crawford, Rua Callan & Maisie Gallagher. To book a Baptism please contact the Parish office on 028-71262301 during office hours.

 

Parish Baptismal Dates: Please note Saturday Baptisms are at 3.30pm.

March 2025 – Saturday 15^th

April 2025 – Saturday 12^th

May 2025 – Saturday 3^rd, 10^th, 17^th & 24^th         

 

 

 

LAST WEEK’S ENVELOPE COLLECTION AMOUNTED TO               £2126.00

LAST WEEK’S RENOVATION COLLECTION AMOUNTED TO           £686.00

 

 

The Parish Office: You can contact the Parish Office by phone on 028-71262301 (during office hours) or via email longtower@derrydiocese.org.

 

 

Visitation of the Sick at Home & in Hospital. For urgent sick calls to those at home please contact the parish office on 028-71262301 or 02871262894. For urgent sick calls for those in hospital, please ask the duty nurse on the ward to call the Hospital Chaplain. Thank you.

 

 

Fr. Stephen will visit the sick in his care in the following areas on; Wednesday 5^th, Thursday 6^th & Friday 7^th February; Mountjoy Street, Long Tower Court, Abercorn Road, Bishop Street, Corporation Street, Belview Avenue, Maureen Avenue, Ivy Terrace, Foyle Road, Foyle Park, Ardfoyle, Lower Bennett St, Jack Allen Court, The Metropole, Bridge Street & Alexander House.

Fr. Gerard will visit the sick in his care in the following areas, the week beginning Monday 10^th February; Meenan Drive, Dove Gardens, Deanery Street, Bluebell Hill Gardens, Kerrigan’s Close, Quarry Street, Drumcliffe Avenue, Lone Moor Road, Nualamount, Old City Court & Mullenan Road

 

 

We Congratulate the P.7 pupils from Nazareth House primary school, Long Tower primary school, Ballougry primary school & Gaelscoil Eadain Mhoir who celebrated the Sacrament of Confirmation in Long Tower on Thursday 30^th January & Friday 31^st January. Thanks to Bishop Donal McKeown who officiated and to all who made the occasion so special. We hope you all had a lovely day!

 

 

Monthly Mass for Mental Health & Mini Vigil to Midnight -Thursday 6^th February at 7.30pm. At this Mass we give thanks to God for positive mental health, and to pray for those who are struggling with mental health issues, and to pray for those who care for them.  After Mass, Adoration will follow until midnight.

 

 

 

Job Opportunities Derry Diocesan Office

Diocesan Trust Officer- 35 hours per week, Permanent.

Job Role: The Diocesan Trust Officer reports to the Bishop of Derry and liaising with the Executive Director supports the aims and objectives of Derry Diocesan Trust.

The main areas of responsibility will include finance, payroll, and HR administration.

 

Administrative Officer- 21 hours (3 days per week), Permanent.

Job Role: Reporting to the Executive Director, Derry Diocesan Trust is recruiting an Administrative Officer to assist in the smooth running of Derry Diocesan Trust

The post requires the individual to be self-motivated, confident and competent in written and oral communication and to be an effective organiser.

The post holder will be expected to demonstrate initiative and discretion whilst carrying out duties.

 

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 Friday 14^th February 2025

Derry Diocesan Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.  We welcome applications from all men and women and from members of all communities.

 

 

 

 

Derry Diocese Pilgrimage to Lourdes Monday 30^th June -Friday 4^th July. Fare £849 (+£144 Single Supplement). We are delighted to announce that The Lourdes Pilgrimage Office will be opening on Saturday 1^st February from 11am to 1pm in the Pastoral Centre, 164 Bishop Street Derry BT48 6UJ. Phone 02871260293. It will continue to be open each week on Thursdays and Saturdays 11am to 1pm. Application forms may be collected at these times and are also available by email to: derrypilgrim @outlook.com. We also have a youth pilgrimage coming with us and any young person 16 -18 years in any Parish may contact us by phone or email for more information.

We also asking any Nurses, Doctors or Care Staff who are interested in joining our Care Team to make contact with the Pilgrimage Office. The Lourdes Hospitalité collection, which helps those who wish to go to Lourdes and require care and assistance, is due to take place at weekend Masses on the 8^th /9^th of February 2025. As in previous years, we appeal to your generosity for this worthwhile cause as we take the pilgrimage forward facing many new challenges. Thank you for your support.

 

 

 

Derry Diocesan Youth Pilgrimage to Fatima: We are inviting young people aged 16 + to join us on pilgrimage to Fatima for 4 nights from 14^th to 18th July.  This will be a unique experience for young people and an opportunity to engage with their peers from around the world in a faith context.  Cost is £700 and there will be a budget plan to help with this. Names and deposit of £100 are required as soon as possible to secure a place. For more information or to book in please contact lizzie.rea@derrydiocese.org 00 44 2871264087.

 

 

Diocesan Vocations Intercession: For an increase in vocations to the diocesan priesthood – that those called to serve as priests of the Diocese of Derry will, like Jesus, be “compassionate and trustworthy” ministers of God’s love, forgiveness, and mercy.

 

 

 

The Padre Pio Prayer Group, Holy Family Chapel, Ballymagrorty will take place on Tuesday 4^th February 2025. Rosary at 6.45pm followed by celebration of Holy Mass at 7.15pm. The priest will bless everyone with a first class relic of St. Pio, while closing prayers are recited. Everyone welcome.

 

 

 

Accord Derry – Marriage Preparation Courses: February- June 2025: February 21^st/22^nd, March 28^th/29^th, April 11^th/12^th, May 30^th/31^st & June 20^th/21^st. All courses are now online for booking at www.accordni.com. Please note that all courses are in person and NOT virtual.

 

Accord is now seeking marriage preparation facilitators.  Might this be you?  Accord Catholic Marriage Care Service CLG is currently recruiting volunteers to train as marriage preparation programme facilitators.  If you are supportive of marriage in the Catholic Church and have the enthusiasm to be part of the Accord team then Accord wishes to hear from you!. Successful applicants will receive professional training in the Accord marriage preparation programme and be part of a team delivering programmes locally. Contact Aisling on 01 505 3112 or by email to marriagepreparation@accord.ie and for further information see www.accord.ie.

 

 

 

SPARK: A weekend of fun, faith and friendship for 12-16 year olds: Do you know a young person who would like to build their faith and make new friends? Spark is a weekend experience which follows core themes from YouCat, as well as stories of role models such as Bl. Carlo Acutis and Sr. Clare Crockett, to help young people learn about their faith, while making friends and hopefully having a bit of fun in the process! When?  February 21st – 23rd, 2025, Where?  Termonbacca Carmelite Retreat Centre, Derry. How to Book/ find out more?  Text or WhatsApp Brendan on +353 86 8067973 or Vivienne on +44 7935 007351 Cost?  €80/£70 per person (to cover food and board). Spark is fully endorsed by Bishop McKeown and supported by local diocesan priests. Our adult volunteers are fully vetted and we take safeguarding very seriously.  Please note that places are limited and will be allocated on a first come basis.

 

 

 

Calling all Knitters:  Age NI is delighted to announce that the Big Knit is back for 2025!  So, grab your needles and your brightest yarn and get knitting for Age NI.  For every hat knitted, Age NI receives 30p, and that money helps the Charity support older people who have no-one else to turn to.  To register and find out more, call Age NI on 028 9024 5729, email bigknit@ageni.org or visit www.ageni.org/thebigknit

 

 

 

Ards Friary, Ards, Co. Donegal: ‘What is God’s Dream for your Life’ Retreat: 19^th February 2025, 10am -3.30pm. This day will be welcoming of everyone, wherever they find themselves on life’s journey. It will be particularly useful for individuals and teams who want to take time away from the busyness of life and discover or rediscover a sense of direction and purpose in their lives.  Facilitated by Jim Deeds.  Cost  €65 Euro (includes light refreshments & Lunch). For more details email info@ardsfriary.ie or visit our website www.ardsfriary.ie

 

 

 

Now Flying Direct From Belfast: Pilgrimage to Fatima, 7 Nights F/B Avenida Hotel 28th May/4th June. Spiritual Director Fr Antony CP. Full religious programme. £849pps. For further information contact Joe Catney 07776425631.

 

 

 

Pilgrimages To Medjugorje 2025: Bookings are now being taken for two Pilgrimages to Medjugorje. 7^th May from City of Derry Airport, £745 per person sharing. 2^nd July from Belfast International Airport, £765 per person sharing. Cost includes return flights, accommodation and meals. Additional charge for single room occupancy. Pilgrimages are organised through Marian Pilgrimages (Dublin). For more details, please contact John Murray on 0780 1105575.

 

 

Fully Escorted Pilgrimage- Shrines of Italy Pilgrimage- San Giovanni Rotondo, Loreto, Assisi And Cascia. 17^th – 24^th September 2025. 7 Nights flying from Dublin to Bari, including visits to the Tombs of Blessed Carlo Acutis, St Francis, St Clare and St Pio.   Visit the first Eucharistic Miracle of the Catholic Church in Lanciano. And the Holy House of Nazareth in Loreto, plus much more. Comprehensive Travel insurance is Extra. Cost £1,229 Per Person Sharing. Single room supplement is £350.00 Extra. Seats Are Limited. Spiritual Director: Fr Ciaran Dallat. £300.00 deposit secures a seat! For further details contact: Jean Reynolds 07729 402311 or email: jeanreynolds@hotmail.co.uk

 

 

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