Sunday 6th January 2008

Reflection

‘The Epiphany is the manifestation of Jesus as the Messiah of Israel. Son of God and Saviour of the world. This great feast celebrates the adoration of Jesus by the wise men (magi) from the East, together with his baptism in the Jordan and the wedding feast at Cana in Galilee. In the magi, representatives of the neighbouring pagan religions, the Gospel sees the first-fruits of the nations, who welcome the good news of salvation through the Incarnation.’
(Catechism of the Catholic Church, 528).

 

Parish Priest: Very Rev Joseph McGuinness PP VG, 1 Darling Street : Tel 02866322627
Priest on Duty: Rev Joseph McGuinness Tel 028 66322627

MASSES FOR COMING WEEK
Mon, 7th Jan After Epiphany
8.00 am Joseph Culver, The Bawn
10.00 am Jimmy Keith, Corban Avenue
6.00 pm (Convent) Sr Rose Harkin, Herne Bay, Kent and Lisreagh, Lisbellaw

Tues 8th JanAfter Epiphany
8.00 am Edward, Lilly & Stephen Roofe, Kilmacormick Road
10.00 am Joseph McDonnell, Ashwoods

Wed, 9th Jan After Epiphany
8.00 am (Convent) May George & Drumm family, Corban Avenue
10.00 am Margaret Hicks, Tempo Road

Thurs, 10th Jan After Epiphany
8.00 am George McCaffrey, Galliagh Terrace
10.00 am Vincent Smyth, Down Street

Fri, 11th Jan After Epiphany
8.00 am (Convent) Conrad Fitzpatrick, Derrin Road
10.00 am Jim Rooney & Deceased members of the Rooney family, Kilmacormick and Queen Street
7.30 pm Philomena Murphy, London and Ashwoods

Sat, 12th Jan Before Epiphany
10.00 am Thomas, Elizabeth & Tommy Swift, Hillview Road
10.30 am (Convent) Sean McCusker, Drumcor Hill

Confessions
12.00 – 1.00 pm & 5.00 – 5.45 pm

Deaths
We pray for the recently deceased:
Evelyn Mulholland, Newtownabbey;
Joseph Doherty, Breagho, Enniskillen;
Teresa Love, 14 Floraville;
Kathleen O’Connor, 27 Whaley Terrace;
Kathleen Maxwell, Innishmore;
Sr Rose Harkin, Convent of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus;
Mary Herne Bay, Kent and Lisreagh, Lisbellaw;
Vera McCuthcheon, London. May they rest in peace.

Preparing for Baptism
• Parish Baptism Dates for January: Sunday 13th (3.00 pm), Saturday 26th (4.00 pm); February dates: Sunday 10th and Saturday 23rd.
• Next introductory session for Baptisms in January is this Wednesday, 9th January at 8.00 pm in St Michaels Church. Parents and godparents are requested to attend.

Baptisms
We welcome into the Christian community children baptized in December:
Niall Joseph Keown, Barranderry Heights; James Gerard Kelly, Sligo Road; Dylan Neil Smyton, Silver Hill Park; Shea Anthony Howe, Irvine Crescent; Ryan Charlie Higgins, Hillview Road; Sorcha McGurn, Drumlin Glen.

Sick Priests’ Fund 25.12.07 £9,711.00

Weekly Offering 30.12.07 £5,064.00

Church Renovations December (Red Envelope) £1,726.00

St Joseph’s Young Priests’ Society
Monthly Meeting this Monday 7th January at 7.30 pm in the Parish Centre. New members most welcome.

Donations for the Crib in St Michael’s this year will be for Motomo Hospital in Kitui, Kenya run by the Sisters of Mercy.

Ministers of the Word for the Sundays of January:
6.00 pm Sat (Vigil) Gerry Murphy;
8.00 am Joan Thornton;
9.30 am Geraldine Corrigan
11.00 am James Lunny;
12.30 pm Sheila Morris.

Ministers of the Eucharist & Collectors (Team A) begin their rota Saturday/Sunday 5th/6th January.

An Evening of Prayer through Song with David Parkes in the Graan Monastery, Enniskillen, this Wednesday 9th January, 2008 at 7.30 pm Tickets £7.00 each, (available in the Parish Centre) in aid of the Mother’s Village Medjugorje & Mary’s Meals Ireland.

St Michael’s Bookshop will re-open after Christmas on Tuesday, 15th January.

‘Do this in Memory’ in preparation for First Communion 2008 Sunday 27th January at 9.30 am Mass in St Michael’s and St Mary’s Lisbellaw, 10.00 am Mass.

Dates for your Diary 2008
• Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 18th – 25th January, 2008.
• Ash Wednesday 6th February 2008.
• Easter Sunday 23rd March, 2008.
• Confirmation in St Michael’s Church Sunday 20th April 2008.
• First Communion in St Michael’s Church, Saturday 17th and Saturday 24th May 2008; Sunday 10th May in St Mary’s Lisbellaw at 10.00 am.

Blood Transfusion Service in St Macartin’s Cathedral Hall, Halls Lane, Wednesday/Thursday, 16th/17th January 1.30 – 4.00 pm and 5.15 – 8.00 pm.

Fermanagh Feis Syllabuses for Feis have been sent to schools this week but any organization/individual wishing to receive a syllabus can contact Catherine Murphy at 028 66387990.

ACCORD offers marriage and relationship counselling. Fully trained counsellors, there to listen in complete confidence and to help you find your solutions to your problems. Phone 028 66325696 for an appointment.
Accord Marriage Preparation Courses 2008: January 11th/12th and February 8th/9th (fully booked).
Places available for : February 22/23; April 4/5, & 11/12;
May 9/10; June 6/7 &13/14;
September 12/13; October 10/11;
November 7/8 & 14/15.
Marriage Preparation Course should be completed at least 4 months before marriage. Phone 66325696

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Enniskillen Meetings:
Monday – Nurses’ Sitting Room, Erne Hospital
Thursday and Saturday – Day Centre, Tempo Road
All meetings at 8.30 pm. For further information contact 028 90434848

Al-anon
Does someone in your family drink too much? Is it making you
lonely and unhappy – causing money problems – creating stress? It might be your partner, child or your mother or father. If you want help – if you would like to share your worries with people who understand because they have had them too – why not get in touch with Al-anon Family Groups. Phone 028 90682368 for details of your nearest group contact.

Study Theology from Home
Spend time learning more about the Faith, take up the study of theology through distance learning, either for its own sake or for a degree. The Priory Institute, under the care of the Dominicans, is offering a programme of theology especially for lay people, with a network of student support services spread all around the country. If you would like to know further, send for details to: The Priory Institute, Tallaght Village, Dublin 24 00353 1 4048127 or 00353 1 404 8124. email: enquiries@prioryinstiute.com

Aware Defeat Depression – Enniskillen Support Group for all those affected by depression meets in the Aisling Centre, Darling Street on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month 7.30 – 9.00 pm.

Big Bingo each Tuesday in Scout Hall at 9.00 pm. £2,000 + in Prizes. Please support.

St Vincent de Paul Thrift Centre 48 Forthill Street welcomes good quality clothes and household items. Please leave items at the Thrift Centre, or phone 028 66329893 to arrange collection. Open Monday – Saturday 10.00 am – 4.00 pm. Closed for lunch 1.00 pm – 2.00 pm. Closed Wednesdays.

Holy Hour of Adoration in the Convent Chapel this Wednesday 28th November from 8.00 – 9.00 pm, led by Fr Brendan Shannon.

‘Partnership in Lay Spirituality: Religious and Laity New Ways’ by Maureen Dolan, Enniskillen, published by the Columba Press 2007 is available in St Michael’s Bookshop. The first part seeks an understanding of lay spirituality and its development. The latter part develops what lay associate membership of a religious congregation is and its value. Price £9.50.

‘Jesus of Nazareth’ by Pope Benedict XVI: In the Bookshop/ On the Bookstand – the most readable book Pope Benedict has written; this book will be most helpful to anyone who wishes to deepen their knowledge of Christ and their understanding of the faith. Price £13.60.

Drugwiser Family Support Group
Do you have a family member or friend affected by drug or alcohol misuse? Could you use some safe, free, confidential information? Ring 07749699243 or 028 66328352.

Parents Advice Centre provides a telephone helpline and face-to-face support and guidance service for families. Helpline Freephone 0808 801 722. Helpline Email parents@pachelp.org

Gamblers Anonymous
Meets in the Day Centre, Tempo Road each Sunday at 8.00 pm or contact Gamblers Anonymous on 028 71351329.

CURA Free and confidential crisis pregnancy counselling.
Monaghan Centre – 00353 47 836000. Open: Monday 11.00 am – 1.00 pm; Thursday 7.00 – 9.00 pm; Saturday 11.00 am – 1.00 pm.

World Youth Day, Sydney, July 2008 Office Address: Clogher don Óige, St Macartan’s College, Monaghan.
Phone:003534772784.E-mailaddress:infor@clogherdonoige.com www.clogherdonoige.com

Counselling for survivors of Sexual Abuse
Nexus offers support to anyone who has been sexually abused, assaulted or raped at any time in their life and are now 17 years old and over. Counselling provides an opportunity for survivors to deal with the effects of sexual abuse, assault or rape. It can help in the process of recovery and enable survivors to create a more positive future. Contact Nexus in confidence at 028 66320046.

NEXUS offers Workshops for survivors of sexual abuse on various topics
including anger management, stress management, self-awareness and assertiveness. Family Education and Support Groups are offered for family members, parents and partners of survivors. Nexus provides an opportunity for those close to the survivor to learn more about the impact of sexual abuse and ways to support both the survivor and themselves. Contact Nexus in confidence 028 66320046.