Sixth Sunday In Ordinary Time 16th 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 16th February 10.00am Jim Harte
Sunday 16th February 12Noon Patrick Taggart
Monday 17th February 10.00am Matthew Morrison
Monday 17th February 7.30pm Siobhan Giacomin
Tuesday 18th February 7.30pm Fred & Agnes Box & Sharon Wallace
Wednesday 19th February 7.30pm Annie Healy
Thursday 20th February 7.30pm Veronica McLaughlin
Friday 21st February 7.30pm Bridget Duffy
Saturday 22nd February 6.00pm Alex & Paul Given
Rest In Peace: We extend our sincere sympathy to the family and friends of; Mary Lynch- Ardfoyle, Dylan Doherty- Southway, Elma McMonagle- Prehen Park, Charlotte Mullan- Thistlewood Park, Joseph Doherty- Jack Allen Court, Beryl Harkin & Brenda Leadbetter- Skerton, Lancashire, Jim Murphy- Lindenwood & Sadie Rodgers- Brandywell Road.
Baptisms: We Welcome into the family of God: Caleigh Jordan & Caoimhe McColgan. 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.
May 2025 – Saturday 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th
LAST WEEK’S ENVELOPE COLLECTION AMOUNTED TO £2593.00
LOURDES HOSPITALITÉ COLLECTION £930.00
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.
Diocesan Vocations Intercession: Today’s gospel challenges all of us to ‘comfort the afflicted, and to afflict the comfortable’ (including ourselves!) We pray for those being called to do so as priests of the diocese of Derry. Vocations Weekend for men aged 18+ in Drumalis Retreat Centre, Larne, 7-9 March 2025. Anyone interested should contact Fr Pat O’Hagan at pgoh2111@gmail.com.
Accord Derry – Marriage Preparation Courses: March- June 2025: March 28th/29th , April 11th/12th, May 30th/31st & June 20th/21st. All courses are now online for booking at www.accordni.com. Please note that all courses are in person and NOT virtual.
Job Opportunities Derry Diocesan Trust
Priest Living in Buncrana: Part Time Housekeeper. This is a part time position with the hours stipulated: 12 hours per week Monday to Thursday 2.00pm to 5.00pm.
Priest Living in Buncrana: Part Time Housekeeper. This is a part time position with the hours stipulated: 9 hours per week – Friday to Sunday – 2.00pm to 5.00pm.
Parish of Doneyloop: Part Time Housekeeper–12 hours per week.
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 4.30 pm on Tuesday 25th February 2025. Derry Diocesan Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We welcome applications from all men and women and from members of all communities
LIFE Camp 2025: Living – In – Faith – Everywhere: LIFE Camp is a voluntary organisation staffed by teachers, students and experienced volunteers. It takes place in St. Mary’s College, Northland Road, Derry. We are calling all pupils currently in P3 – P7. Week 1: Tuesday 1st – Friday 4th July and Week 2: Monday 7th July – Friday 11th July. Cost for Week 1 is £35. Cost for Week 2 is £40. To register go to www.klubfunder.com/Clubs/Life%20Summer%20Camp
Derry Diocesan Youth Pilgrimage to Fatima: We are inviting young people aged 16 + to join us on pilgrimage to Fatima for 4 nights from 14th 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.
Derry Diocese Pilgrimage to Lourdes Monday 30th June -Friday 4th July. Fare £849 (+£144 Single Supplement). We are delighted to announce that The Lourdes Pilgrimage Office will be open on Thursdays and Saturdays 11am to 1pm in the Pastoral Centre, 164 Bishop Street Derry BT48 6UJ. Telephone 02871260293. 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. Thank you for your support.
St Columb’s School of Music- Gala Concert, Saturday 1st March in St Columb’ s Hall, Derry, at 7.30pm, Doors open at 7pm. Tickets £12.50/£7.50. Performances by Margaret Keys (Soprano), Thornhill College Chamber Choir, Ebrington Primary School Choir& St Columb’s School of Music tutors. Tickets available: www.stcolumbsschoolofmusic.com.
Pilgrimage Lourdes – 4th -9th July 2025: Deposits and Savings scheme available on Thursdays at Holy Family Parish Office Ballymagroarty from 10.30am-12noon. contact Margaret 07732468511.
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.
Ards Friary, Ards, Co. Donegal: ‘What is God’s Dream for your Life’ Retreat: 19th 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
Trócaire School Volunteers: Are you a retired teacher or someone who has experience presenting to groups of school children? Trócaire is looking for volunteers to support our 2025 Lent Appeal in the Derry Diocese. If you think you have the right skills and experience and will be available to help during school hours over Lent, then we would love to hear from you. Full training will be provided. For more info call Naomi Purnell on 028 9080 8033 or email naomi.purnell@trocaire.org.
Pilgrimages To Medjugorje 2025: Bookings are now being taken for two Pilgrimages to Medjugorje. 7th May from City of Derry Airport, £745 per person sharing. 2nd 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. 17th – 24th 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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