Sixteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time 20th July 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 20th July 10.00am Geraldine Arnett
Sunday 20th July 12Noon Damien Owens
Monday 21st July 7.30pm Michelle Green
Tuesday 22nd July 7.30pm Deirdre Hegarty
Wednesday 23rd July 7.30pm Liam McSwine
Thursday 24th July 7.30pm Laura Sowden
Friday 25th July 7.30pm Paddy Barber
Saturday 26th July 6.00pm Margaret Saltmer
Rest In Peace: We extend our sincere sympathy to the family and friends of; Marian Moore- Abercorn Road, Bernadette Nelis- The Branch & Paddy Glenn- The Meadows.
Baptisms: We Welcome into the family of God: Dáithí Robinson, Jackson Doherty-Ferry & Dáibhin Doherty. To book a Baptism please contact the Parish office on 028-71262301 during office hours or email longtower@derrydiocese.org.
Parish Baptismal Dates: Please note Saturday Baptisms are at 3.30pm.
August 2025– 9th, 16th & 23rd
LAST WEEK’S ENVELOPE COLLECTION AMOUNTED TO £2292.00
LAST WEEK’S RENOVATION COLLECTION AMOUNTED TO £806.00
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.
Síopa Cholmcille- St Columba’s Gift Shop in Aras Cholmcille: New stock recently arrived. We stock a variety of gifts & cards, candles, rosary beads, books, occasion cards and many other gifts & mementos. The shop is open after 10am morning Mass. For enquiries please contact Sheila Doyle/ Jim Doherty via (parish office 028-71262301 or Sacristy 028-71261946) who will be happy to help.
‘Cloisters Café’ in Aras Cholmcille in the grounds of Long Tower Church, a cosy place to relax and have a bite to eat or a cuppa and a cake! The café is open Tuesday – Saturday from 9am to 3pm. ‘Meet & Bite’ is housed in Cloisters Café on a Tuesday between 4pm-6pm and is available to those in need at no cost. We aim to provide a listening ear, as well as a warm meal and some goodies to take away where we can. For more info, view Cloisters social media Meet & Bite.
An Audio-Visual tour of the Long Tower Church is available. The guide which is narrated by Bishop Donal McKeown, offers a great insight into the history and sacredness of our 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, call into Aras Cholmcille in the grounds of The Long Tower Church or email darinaghboyle15@gmail.com.
“From St Columba to Sister Clare”- Evening of Prayer. We invite you to gather with us in St Columba’s Church, Long Tower on 1st Thursday of each month, beginning on Thursday 4th September at 7.30pm for Mass followed by Mini Vigil to Midnight for healing and intercession. At this Mass we will pray for the cause of Sister Clare in the Monastic site where St. Columba knelt and prayed. Everyone welcome.
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 Ms Josephine Brown and Ms Jennifer Kearney. 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).
Diocesan Vocations Intercession: That those considering a vocation to the diocesan priesthood will always, like Mary in the gospel, “…choose the better part…” and, like St Paul “… become a servant of the Church… responsible for delivering God’s message… the mystery of Christ among you, your hope of glory.”
Diocese of Derry: 3-Day Pilgrimage to Lough Derg; Friday 25th July to Sunday 27th July. For those wishing to avail of transport, a bus will depart after 10am Mass in St Eugene’s Cathedral, on the Friday; it will travel via Lifford and Ballybofey. Cost: £95/€110 (including transport). Pre-booking is required. Please contact Tony Brennan on tony.brennan@derrydiocese.org or phone the diocesan office on (+44) 028 7126 2302 for a booking form. We look forward to welcoming you.
Grandparents and Elderly: Join us at Knock Shrine! Sunday 27th July at 2:30pm. Celebrate the National Grandparents Pilgrimage and the World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly. A day of grace, blessing and prayer for Families, our Church, and our Future. All are welcome bring your family – bring hope and joy. Anointing Mass, Rosary (weather permitting). Celebrant Archbishop Francis Duffy, Music Una Nolan and Choirs, Guest Soloist Dana. Visit our website for resources: www.catholicgrandparentsassociation.org.
Accord Derry-Marriage Preparation Courses: September – November 2025: September 26th/27th, October 17th/18th & November 7th/ 8th. All courses are now online for booking at www.accordni.com. Please note all courses are in person and NOT virtual.
Marriage and Relationship Counselling with Accord NI: Help us help you support your marriage and relationship. If you feel your relationship is in crisis or you need a little guidance and help, either face to face or online, contact your local ACCORD centre. Every year Accord help thousands of couples rebuild and sustain healthy relationships. For support, call 028 9023 3002 or visit accordni.com.
The next ‘Rosary on the Coast’ will be Sunday 20th July at 3pm on Benone Strand, Magilligan. Everyone welcome
Mary’s Meals Walk: ‘Two Bridges Walk’ on Sunday 3 August, over the Foyle Bridge and Peace Bridge. We will meet in Sainsbury’s car park at 11.45am to begin the walk at noon. The distance is approximately 5 miles. The walk is part of a series of walks taking place across Ireland in early August to raise awareness of Mary’s Meals and the work they do. You can register for the walk at https://www.marysmeals.org.uk/step . If you have any questions please contact Helen Quinn, telephone 07814441701.
Come and celebrate our Catholic faith on Slane – the hill where St Patrick lit the first Paschal fire in 433A on Sunday 3rd August. This is a divine invitation to witness the Archbishop of Armagh symbolically light the fire of faith, hope and love, first kindled by our patron saint. Eurovision’s Dana will sing her song for St Patrick, Light the Fire. Gathering begins at noon and includes mass, Eucharistic healing, praise and worship and Rosary. More info at lightthefire.ie or email info@lightthefire.ie
Sean Davis “4 Day Outdoor Summer Fun Soccer Academy” takes place at Templemore Sports Complex on Monday 4th to Thursday 7th August 2025 Boys and girls aged 5 to 18 years are welcome. Times: 10:00am to 3.00pm. For further details Tel. Sean Davis FAI, IFA, FA European A Licence Coach on 07787791880.
Give Blood-Save Lives: Book now for local community donation session. Venue: Foyle College, Derry, Date & Time: Friday 15th August 12.30pm – 7.00pm. N. Ireland needs 1200 blood donations every week. Please call-08085 534 653 or visit www.nibts.org.
Part-Time Certificate in Religious Education for Primary School, with Online Delivery: ATU St Angelas is inviting applications for this programme, which begins Autumn 2025. The programme is open to Qualified primary school teachers and Qualified post-primary school teachers who wish to transfer to primary school teaching. Parents, sacramental preparation teams and parish catechists who have a specific interest in the area of primary religious education may also apply. Closing date for Applications is Friday 15 August 2025. For further information, contact Mary Kearns, Senior Administrator, School of Education, ATU St Angelas, Lough Gill, Sligo. Email: mary.kearns@atu.ie or visit website: www.atu.ie
Radio Maria Ireland is an Irish-run Catholic Talk-Radio Station. Prayer, Catechesis, Uplifting music, Talks, Interviews and Testimonies – Listen via TV on Saorview – Channel 210 and Freeview – Channel 826; Download our FREE APP – “Radio Maria Ireland”, streaming on www.radiomaria.ie or via PHONE – get live radio feed by telephoning +353 (0) 1 437 3277 (no extra charges apply).
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