Twenty-Third Sunday In Ordinary Time 8th September 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 8th September 12Noon Fr Aidan Mullan
Tuesday 10th September 7.30pm Susan Curran
Wednesday 11th September 7.30pm Andrew Robinson
Thursday 12th September 7.30pm Jackie Brinkley
Friday 13th September 7.30pm George Lock
Saturday 14th September 6.00pm Dan Callaghan (Snr)
Rest In Peace: We extend our sincere sympathy to the family and friends of; Colm Johnstone- Long Tower Court
Baptisms: We Welcome into the family of God; Cillian McReynolds. 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.
September 2024: Saturday 14th
October 2024: Saturday 12th & 19th
November 2024: Saturday 9th, 16th & 23rd
December 2024: Saturday 7th, 14th & 21st
LAST WEEK’S ENVELOPE COLLECTION AMOUNTED TO £2446.00
LAST WEEK’S RENOVATION COLLECTION AMOUNTED TO £631.00
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 gift especially for those living away from home. Calendars can be purchased from the Parish Office or Sacristy. Thank you for your support.
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. For further details, call into Aras Cholmcille or email darinaghboyle15@gmail.com.
Diocesan Vocations: Fr Pat O’Hagan, Diocesan Vocations Director, will celebrate the 12:30pm Mass in St Mary’s Oratory, Buncrana, this Sunday, 8th September, as part of a Day of Prayer for Vocations to the diocesan priesthood. Fr Patrick Lagan will lead a Holy Hour for Vocations from 5 – 6pm. Both celebrations may be followed on the Buncrana parish webcam at: www.buncranaparish.com.
Long Tower Senior Choir: We hope to re-create a brand-new Long Tower Senior Church Choir for Sunday Mass at 12 Noon beginning the 1st Sunday of October. We warmly welcome Ms Aimee-Grace Doherty, a 6th form student at Thornhill College who will assist the choir on organ and who is very excited to get started! Choir Rehearsals will begin next Tuesday 10th September at 8pm in the choir area beside Organ upstairs in the Gallery. Past members and New members are most welcome to come along to this first rehearsal. Joining a choir offers more than just the joy of singing; it’s a chance to become part of a supportive community, deepen your spiritual experience, and contribute to the vibrant life of your church. Long Tower church invites you to join a welcoming group of singers who will rehearse every Tuesday from 8pm to 9.30pm and lead the singing at the 12 Noon Sunday Mass.
The Long Tower Choir is more than just a musical group—it’s a community. Members support each other through life’s challenges and joys, creating an atmosphere where every voice matters. Whether you’re an experienced singer or simply love to sing, the choir offers a place to grow musically and spiritually. If you’ve ever considered joining a choir, now is the perfect time. Whether you’re looking to reconnect with your love of music or find a new way to engage with your church community, the Long Tower Church Choir welcomes you. For more information contact Aimee-Grace at aimeegrace2502@gmail.com
Derry Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock – Bishop McKeown will lead the Derry Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock on Saturday 28th September 2024. Mass with Anointing of the Sick will take place at 3.00pm in the main Basilica, accompanied by the Long Tower Parish Folk Group. Bus departs St Eugene’s Cathedral at 8.30am. Evening meal included. Cost £60 per person and places confirmed on receipt of completed form. For further information please contact the parish office, St Eugene’s Cathedral on 02871262894 or email the parish office at cathedral@derrydiocese.org
Derry Diocesan Trust Job Opportunity: Parish Operations and Administration Manager in Three Patrons Parish, 3 Year Fixed Term Contract with possible extension, 30 – 35 Hours Per Week, Monday – Friday.
For Job Description and Application Pack please contact the Diocesan Office on 71262302 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 Wednesday 18th September 2024. Derry Diocesan Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We welcome applications from all men and women and from members of all communities.
Accord Derry – Marriage Preparation Courses September – October 2024: September 20th/21st 2024 & October 18th/19th 2024. These courses can now be booked online at www.accordni.com. Please note that all courses are now in person & NOT Virtual.
Adoption – Could you be part of a child’s journey? Are you interested in adopting a young child into your family? The Western Trust is holding a Virtual Information event about Adoption on Tuesday 10th September 2024, from 3pm – 5pm, via Microsoft Teams. If you would like to join the online event, please contact the Adoption & Permanence Team in Omagh on 028 82835114.
Concern Worldwide Derry Group: Charity Golf Classic in aid of Concern. City of Derry Golf Club, Sunday 15th September. Excellent prizes. £100 entrance fee for team of four. Call the Club House on 028 7134 6369 to book your slot.
One World Festival – The Bogside & Brandywell Initiative and its partners are pleased to announce the ‘One World North West Cultural Festival’ on Sunday 15 September 2024, from 1PM to 4PM at Bishop’s Gate. The Festival is a celebration of the rich cultural diversity within the local community, bringing together people from various backgrounds for a day of unity and festivity, featuring musicians, dancers, performers, cultural workshops and food from across the world. A family-friendly event, the One World Festival offers something for everyone.
Partial Road Closure- Sunday 15th September 2024 from 10am – 6pm, there will be traffic disruptions due to The One World Festival event happening on Bishop Street. A traffic management scheme will be in place on Bishop Street to ensure this runs as smoothly as possible. Due to this there will also be parking restrictions on Bishop Street on this date. Access will be provided for residents and emergency services in Long Tower Court and Alexander House.
If you have any queries please get in touch via 02871261916 or email catherine@triaxneighbourhoodmanagementteam.org
SMA Novena 2024 In honour of St Thérèse of the Child Jesus, Patroness of the Missions: Monday 23rd September to Tuesday 1st October. Daily Mass & Novena Prayers at 10.00am & 7.30pm, SMA Chapel, Dromantine. All are welcome. You can also participate via webcam (www.sma.ie).
Legion of Mary- Bus to Knock, Sunday 29th September. Bus leaves Legion House, 5 Clarendon Street at 8a. Cost £20 Adults, £10 under 18’s. Bus will stop at Central Hotel, Donegal Town, Tea/Coffee & Scone. £5 deposit secures seat. For further details/ to book Telephone Gerry on 07904341198.
Triduum of St. Therese of The Child Jesus- Retreat with Fr. Dominque Faure will take place in the Carmelite Retreat Centre Termonbacca on Sunday 29th September from 10am – 5pm. Cost for the day, including light lunch £15. For Bookings / Further Details, Tel: 71 262512.
‘Host for Hospice’. October is officially Foyle Hospice ‘Coffee Morning Month’. We are calling on supporters to help us raise vital funds by hosting a Coffee Morning. Whether it’s at home, work or in your local community, get your friends together and get the kettle on, it’s a piece of cake!! To request your FREE host pack or for more info, please call Ailbhe McDaid, Community Fundraiser on 028 71359888 or email: ailbhe@foylehospice.com.
