Fourth Sunday of Easter 21st April 2024
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 21st April 10.00am Julia O’Reilly
Sunday 21st April 12Noon Danny O’Connor & Nora Creighton
Monday 22nd April 7.30pm Rose McLaughlin
Tuesday 23rd April 7.30pm Paul Smith
Wednesday 24th April 10.00am Colbert Byrne
Wednesday 24th April 7.30pm Ethel Vernon
Thursday 25th April 7.30pm John Canavan
Friday 26th April 7.30pm Michael McKee
Saturday 27th April 6.00pm John Cassidy & Cassidy Family
Rest In Peace: We extend our sincere sympathy to the family and friends of; Albert Williams- Formerly Quarry Street, Carol McShane- Dove Gardens, Joseph McCartney- Leenan Gardens, Johnny Moran – Sheraton Park, & Maureen Martin – Glendara Road, Feeney.
Baptisms: We Welcome into the family of God; Kyla McConnellogue, Cillian McCarron & Oran Mitchell. To book a Baptism, please contact the parish office on 028-71262301 for available dates.
LAST WEEK’S ENVELOPE COLLECTION AMOUNTED TO £3180.00
LAST WEEK’S RENOVATION COLLECTION AMOUNTED TO £737.00
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.
St Columba’s Gift Shop: We have a variety of First Holy Communion cards and gifts available as well as candles and other mementos. For further enquiries please contact Sheila Doyle/ Jim Doherty (via the Parish Office 028-7126230 or Sacristy 028-71261946) who will be happy to help.
The Long Tower Parish recognises and upholds the dignity and rights of all children and is committed to ensuring their safety and wellbeing. We are committed to safeguarding as an integral part of the life and ministry of the Church and recognise that we also have a special responsibility towards all vulnerable people who are members of our faith community. If you have any concerns with regard to Safeguarding children or adults in need of protection within the Church please contact Marie Gormley, the Diocesan Designated Liaison Person (DLP) Tel: NI 075 96500 793 / ROI (0044) 75 96500 793 or at mariegormley@derrydiocese.org.
A sincere thanks from Sister Ann, Gerry Deeney and Margaret Hamilton, to all who contributed in any way to the Easter Raffle/Fundraiser in aid of vulnerable children and their families in Kenya, India, Nigeria, Zambia and Haiti. Thanks also to the many people who contribute generously throughout the year to the Hunger Box in the Holy Family Church. We had a very successful event, none of which could be done without your continued support. This Easter we raised £13,315 and €520. May God reward and bless you all.
Carmelite Retreat Centre Termonbacca:- A Day Retreat in honour of Saint Peregrine, Thursday 2nd May from 10 am – 3pm. Cost for the day including light lunch £20 / €25 Euro. Please bring along a bottle of olive oil on the day to be blessed in honour of St. Peregrine. A first class relic of St. Peregrine will also be available for veneration on the day. For bookings telephone 028-71 262512.
Carmelite Pilgrimage to Lourdes: 22nd August – 8 nights – Cost €979 Euro. For booking forms / further details telephone 028-71 262512.
Carmelite Pilgrimage to The Shrines of France: 16th September-7nights £1449.00 For booking forms / further details telephone 028-71 262512.
All Ireland Rosary Rally – Knock – June 1st– The All Ireland Rosary Rally is back this year on Saturday, 1st June in Knock. The day begins with a Marian Conference at 9.30 am in St John’s Centre. Speakers include: Fr Michael Donnelly, Sr Ana Margarita Lanzas SCTJM, and Fr Joseph Maria Deane CFR. Then there will be an opportunity to meet over 20 apostolates from around Ireland from 1130 am in St John’s Centre. A well-renowned speaker from Miami called Mother Adela Galindo will deliver the keynote Rosary talk at 1 pm in the Basilica. Then there will be the Stations of the Cross outside at 2 pm, followed by the Rosary Procession. Bishop Phonsie Cullinan will be the Main Celebrant of the 3 pm Concelebrated Mass which will include Anointing of the Sick. Confessions are available throughout the day, and there will be rosary and scapular-making workshops in the marquee. For more information and to see a list of buses going from around Ireland please visit www.AllIrelandRosaryRally.com.
Accord Derry Marriage Preparation Courses May – June 2024: May 17th/18th 2024 & June 14th/15th 2024. Venue: Please note that all courses are now in person & NOT Virtual. Courses can be booked online now at www.accordni.com.
Bluebell walk 11am, Saturday 27th April at Prehen Woods. Prehen Woods carpeted in bluebells is a beautiful sight to gladden the heart. Join us for a guided walk of this precious ancient woodland – one of the top 10 Bluebell Woods in the UK. We will meet at the Old Prehen Road, entrance to the Everglades Hotel. Suitable footwear is recommended. Steelstown & Culmore Parish eco group. Everyone welcome.
Reflection Day at SMA Retreat Centre, Dromantine: Saturday 4th May, 9.30am – 5.00pm: ‘Forgiveness: the journey from hurt to healing, freedom, peace and happiness.’ Led by Fr. Des Corrigan SMA. Cost (incl. lunch) £38/€43. Tel 028 30821964 Email: admin@dromantineconference.com
St Vincent de Paul have now opened a Pop-up, pre loved Furniture Shop. Open Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays 10am – 2pm, 4 Elagh Buiness Pk, Buncrana Rd, Derry, BT48 8QH. We are looking for your second-hand Furniture: Bedroom furniture, Suites, Kitchen tables and chairs and small furniture. If you are spring cleaning please contact us and we will gladly collect and reuse your pre-loved furniture. Please contact us on 028 71 265489. SVP: Help us help others.
CEMETERY SUNDAY: The Annual Service of Intercession for the Dead will take place in the City Cemetery on Sunday, 30 June 2024 at 3.00 pm.
Men’s Support Group are holding a FREE men’s health workshop in Millennium Forum Derry, every Tuesday at 7pm, Dates: 23/04/24, 30/04/24, 07/05/24. Each Tuesday has a guest speaker covering Men’s Mental Health, Addictions, Recovery, Parenting NI, Sexuality and Mental Health, and Bereavement and Loss. 14/05/24 @ 1pm- Exhibition launched showcasing our personal stories, struggles and help available. Exhibition opens to the public and runs from 14/05/24 – 04/06/24, Lunch is provided. For further information contact Liam on 07481907044″.
Lough Derg Retreat for Young Adults (18 – 30year olds): The Knights of Columbanus, Omagh, is organising a Retreat in Lough Derg for young adults, to take place on Saturday 27th April 2024, from 10.00am – 4.00pm. Guest Speakers, inspirational talks, reflective time and concluding with Mass. This event is FREE OF CHARGE. For further information email info@knightsofstcolumbansomagh.co.uk.
Lough Derg- Sanctuary of St Patrick- 2024 Pilgrimage Season- Three Day Pilgrimage from Friday-31st May – Thursday 15th August. Admission €80.00. Booking Advised, concessions available for students, seniors & groups. Quiet Day- Saturday 11th May & Friday 13th September- cost €35.00 per person. Lakeshore Pilgrimage- Sunday 26th May & Sunday 1st September – cost €25.00 per person. One Day Retreat dates available during May, August & September- cost €45.00 per person, concessions available for groups, booking is essential. For further details to book, please Tel: (00353) 719861518 or email info@loughderg.org.
THE DEEPENING – A Morning Retreat- Led by Fr Paschal, this retreat morning allows us to hold Easter hope and a renewed Pentecost in our lives. Retreat includes Contemplation, Input, Personal Time and Celebration of Eucharist and lunch. Date: Saturday 27th April, 10:00 am – 1:30 pm, An Grianan Hotel, Burt. For further details or to register: Please contact Erin via 07736832458 or thornhillministries@derrydiocese.org
You are invited to the “Following Christ as a Catholic in Ireland today” Conference and Gala dinner, Guildhall, Derry, Saturday 11th May 2024. With Dana, Mickey Harte, John Pridmore (former East London gangster), Patrick McCrystal and others. Bishop Donal McKeown will lead grace at Saturday night dinner. Book at www.humanlife.ie or call Human Life International Ireland 00353 949375993. Don’t miss out! Book by 6th May deadline for dinner bookings!
