Twenty-Eighth Sunday In Ordinary Time 13th October 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 13th October 8.00am Cecil McKinney
Sunday 13th October 10.00am Frank Maguire
Sunday 13th October 12Noon Gerry McGoldrick
Monday 14th October 7.30pm Hugh McLaughlin
Tuesday 15th October 10.00am Richard Barr
Tuesday 15th October 7.30pm Charlotte Leggett
Wednesday 16th October 10.00am Charles McCormick
Wednesday 16th October 7.30pm Cathy & Jim Doherty
Thursday 17th October 7.30pm Sheena Hopson
Friday 18th October 7.30pm Gerard McLaughlin
Saturday 19th October 6.00pm Patrick Walker
Rest In Peace: We extend our sincere sympathy to the family and friends of; James Cox- Altcar Park & Susan Padmore- Formerly Southend Park
Baptisms: We Welcome into the family of God; Eimíle McSwine, Jack McLaughlin & Éabha Harkin.
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.
November 2024: Saturday 23rd
December 2024: Saturday 7th, 14th & 21st
LAST WEEK’S ENVELOPE COLLECTION AMOUNTED TO £2866.00
LAST WEEK’S RENOVATION COLLECTION AMOUNTED TO £696.00
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.
Long Tower 2025 Calendars are now available cost £3 each or 2 for £5. They would make an ideal Christmas gift especially for those living away from home. Calendars can be purchased from the Parish Office or Sacristy. Thank you for your support.
Long Tower Mass Bouquet Cards are now available: A beautiful gift for loved ones and anyone you wish to offer thoughts and prayers for a specific intention. The recipient’s intentions will be remembered at the 8am Mass on the first Sunday of every month. They can be purchased at the Parish Office or Sacristy cost £2 each.
Visit of the Relics of St Bernadette to the Diocese of Derry: The Holy Relics of St. Bernadette are on pilgrimage from Lourdes to Ireland for the very first time, and will visit St. Eugene’s Cathedral, Derry from 2:00pm this Sunday 13th to Monday 14th October. This very special, once in a lifetime event will provide an opportunity for people of all ages and backgrounds to experience the special gifts and charisms of Lourdes in their Diocese. The programme over the two days will be led by parishes, choirs, faith groups and organisations from across the Diocese.
Programme Sunday 13th October: 2:00pm: Ceremony of Welcome, 3.00pm: Rosary 4.00pm: Rosary 5.00pm: Rosary 6:00pm: Rosary and Devotions 7:00pm: Mass 9:00pm: Candlelight Procession – Confessions 3:00pm – 6:00pm.
Programme Monday 14th October: 8:00am: Mass of our Lady of Lourdes 10:00am: Mass of St. Bernadette 12Noon: Angelus & Rosary 2:00pm: Rosary 3.00pm: Divine Mercy Chaplet 4.00pm: Rosary 5.00pm: Stations of the Cross, 6.00pm: Rosary, 7:30pm: Mass of the Immaculate Conception with anointing of the sick 9:00pm: Holy Hour – Confessions 11:00am – 7:00pm. Accessing the grounds of the Cathedral during the visit. It will not be possible to allow any vehicles into the grounds. Blue badge holders will be guided to the Great James’ Street pedestrian entrance to facilitate drop off. This entrance is on the flat and is a short distance to rear door for disabled entry. Stewards will be on hand to assist.
Annual Solemn Novena in honour of Our Lady of Perpetual Help
Nine Sundays before Christmas in Long Tower Church at 6.00pm, beginning Sunday 27th October. The theme of our Novena this year is ‘The Power Of Prayer’- Reflecting on the prayer Jesus taught us in this Year of Prayer. Each night will comprise of the Rosary, Novena prayer and petitions with a short talk given by various guest speakers and Eucharistic Healing Ceremony with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. We encourage everybody, including those in particular need of healing to join us.
Long Tower’s 40 Hours
A continuous 40 Hours of Adoration will begin with 8am Mass on Sunday 27th October 2024, continuing right through Sunday night and all day Monday 28th October, concluding at midnight.
‘O Come Let Us Adore Him’.
Are you enrolled in the Pope John Paul II Award in the Long Tower Parish this year? If so, you are invited to attend an Information Session on Thursday 17th October at 4.30pm in the Aras Cholmcille building on the grounds of the Long Tower Chapel. There will be a short presentation and discussion on how we can help you find suitable tasks that you will enjoy taking part in. Any questions you can email lauren.doherty@derrydiocese.org
Praying with the Scriptures – Lectio Divina: As we prepare for the coming of Christ at Christmas, there will be an opportunity to pray with the Scriptures using the method of Lectio Divina for the Sunday Gospels of Advent. This will take place downstairs in Aras Colmcille from 11am to 12pm on the following dates: Thursday 28th November, Thursday 5th December, Thursday 12th December & Thursday 19th December. All welcome to attend. Leaflets will be provided!
Diocesan Vocations: For those considering becoming priests of the Derry diocese, but who are anxious about giving up so many of the things they have and enjoy in order to follow the Lord in this way, we pray that they will take to heart the words of Jesus in this weekend’s gospel: “For you it is impossible, but not for God: because everything is possible for God.”
Mother and Baby Wellness Classes in Áras Cholmcille: Qualified practitioners Bronagh McNamara and Sinead Lynch will deliver two, 6-week programmes supporting the physical, mental and emotional health of mothers and babies aged 6 weeks to 1 year. The programmes begin on Wednesday 13th or Thursday 14th November. The classes will be delivered in a small-group setting (90 minutes once per week on either Wednesday or Thursday). The classes will have a personal focus tailored to the individual needs and preferences of participants and will include baby massage, bonding, appropriate exercise for mums, nutrition, self-care among many other elements. It’s also simply an opportunity for mums to share the joys and challenges in a supporting environment. Mammies of all ages are welcome including young mums and mothers of babies with additional needs. The courses are free of charge and supported by Heritage Lottery Awards For All. Please be advised places are limited, text 07789850793 if you would like any further information or to register for the classes. We are happy to put you in touch with Bronagh or Sinead should you wish to talk anything over with them regarding the classes.
The Servant Sisters in Killygordon: All or Nothing Youth Club for Girls:
Every Friday from 4:30pm-6:30pm at the Parochial House, Crossroads, Killygordon.
Open to girls (primary school) 4th-6th class and girls (secondary school age): 1st-3rd year. Activities vary every week and may include cooking/baking, art, crafts, music lessons, Spanish lessons, games, prayer and formation and more!
Monthly Get-togethers for girls, (primary age girls 2nd-6th class):
Games, sports, music, arts & crafts, baking, prayer, faith formation, and much more! Starting 12th October. Parochial House, Crossroads, Killygordon,
from 1:30pm – 6:45pm (5:30pm pickup for those who don’t come to Mass with us.). Email: derryshm@homeofthemother.com to express your interest.
Monthly Sisterbucks for Teen Girls:Come for an evening of homemade Italian pizza, video forum, and craic with the Sisters: Parochial House, Crossroads, Killygordon.
Faith Formation & Tea for everyone every Monday 7:30pm-8:30pm at the Parochial House, Crossroads, Killygordon. Holy Hour: Prayerful reading of the Scriptures & Rosary every Tuesday from 6:30pm-7:30pm at St. Mary’s Church, Sessiaghoneill, Balleybofey and every Thursday from 7:00pm-8:00pm at St. Patrick’s Church, Crossroads, Killygordon.
‘The NET’ – Sharing the fruits of the faith in the Derry Diocese. The October Edition of The Net is now available online on the Diocesan Website www.derrydiocese.org as well as hardcopy as you leave the Church. No fixed charge, donations welcome. For coverage of faith related stories just email editorthenet15@gmail.com.
Join Precious Life for a “Life Chain” at Belfast City Hall on Saturday, 19th October 2024, at 2:00pm. This peaceful event will commemorate the 5th anniversary of Westminster imposing abortion on Northern Ireland and honour the memory of the innocent babies lost since then. Stand with us as we remember and advocate for the protection of life. For more information, please contact Precious Life at 028 9027 8484 or 07592280522
Trocaire are looking for people to join their team of Christmas fundraisers to help respond to the urgent need of poor communities around the world. If you would like to find out more please email Mark McMahon at infoni@trocaire.org or call 02890808030.
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