Nineteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time 13th 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.
Sunday 13th August 10.00am Philomena & William McFeely
Sunday 13th August 12Noon Maggie Brady
Monday 14th August 7.30pm Susie Meator
Tuesday 15th August 7.00pm William McShane (Mass at Grotto)
Friday 18th August 7.30pm Eileen McCarthy
Saturday 19th August 6.00pm Catherine Early & Elizabeth Doherty
To book a Baptism, please contact the parish office for dates.
LAST WEEK’S ENVELOPE COLLECTION AMOUNTED TO £2111.00
LAST WEEK’S RENOVATION COLLECTION AMOUNTED TO £580.00
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.
Tuesday 15th August
The Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
The Assumption of Mary honours the fullness of blessedness that was her destiny, the glorification of her Immaculate soul and virginal body that completely conformed her to the risen Christ. This is a celebration that offers to the Church and all humanity an exemplar and a consoling message, teaching us the fulfilment of our highest hopes.
It is a Holy Day of Obligation- Holyday Masses: Tuesday 15th August: 10.00am in St Columba’s Church, Long Tower & 7.00pm at Our Lady’s Grotto- (Please note there will be NO 7.30pm Evening Mass in Long Tower).
Everyone is invited to join the local community at the Mass at Our Lady’s Grotto, Lecky Road. A collection will be taken up after Mass for the upkeep of the Grotto.
An audio-visual tour of the Long Tower Church is now available. The guide which is narrated by Bishop Donal McKeown, offers a great insight into the history and sacredness of this beautiful Church. If you’re hosting visitors or you simply want to deepen your own appreciation, why not try the audio guide, priced at just £2.00. For further details, see posters in the Church Porches or take a leaflet.
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.
‘BUILDING PARISH LIFE’ – Talk by Mr David Wells in St Columb’s College, Buncrana Road, Derry: Thursday 29th 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
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.
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.
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. Our Parish Safe-Guarding Representatives are Mrs Rita Moore and Ms Josephine Brown. 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. Additional contact numbers: N Ireland PSNI: 101 or Social Services WHSCT Tel +442871314090 (Ask for Duty Social Worker).
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.
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
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.
Social Dance, Creggan Neighbourhood Partnership, (the centre opposite the Creggan shops), Saturday 19th August. Doors open 7.30pm-11.30pm, Food served, Cost £3 per person, Music by Eccles & Dannika Breslin. Everyone Welcome.
The Iosas Centre Cafe in Muff (adjacent to White Oaks) Sunday Carvery, serving meals from 12.30pm-3.00pm. Delicious starters, mains and desserts, using our own organic vegetables. Booking is recommended and take away is available. Tel:- 0749384866. Why not finish your afternoon with a walk in our beautiful Celtic Prayer Garden.
