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Parish Missal: Readings p 928 & Proper p 1100

First Reading Ecclesiasticus 35: 12-14.16-19

The Lord hears the prayer of the poor and the humble.

Second Reading Timothy 4: 6-8.16-18
The power of God supports us and rewards our faithfulness.

Gospel Luke 18: 9-14
The tax collector went home at rights with God; the Pharisee did not.





 

Vigil Saturday - 6.00pm

Sunday
8.00am; 9.30am; 11.00am; 12.30pm;

Lisbellaw 10.00am

No Vigil Mass on Wednesday evening

Thursday (All Saints):
Masses 8.00 am, 10.00 am, 12.30 pm
& 7.00 pm.

Lisbellaw 8.00 pm.

• Please use your Green Envelope on Thursday to support the Education and Training Collection in the Diocese of Clogher.

Friday (All Souls):
Masses 8.00 am, 10.00 am, 12.30 pm
& 7.30 pm.

Lisbellaw 8.00 pm.

• With this week’s Messenger we include November Lists to enable people to remember deceased relatives and friends for whom we will offer nine Masses during November. Please put completed Lists in the box provided.

• Indulgences – If you have been to Confession and Holy Communion you may gain an indulgence for the Dead by visiting a Church on 1st/2nd November or a cemetery in the first week of November and saying an Our Father and Apostles’ Creed and praying for the Pope’s intentions.

 

 

30th Sunday in Ordinary Time


Sunday 28th October 2007

Reflection

To be at rights with God means having the right relationship with him. We must recognise firstly that the good things in our lives are ultimately his gift to us. The greatest gift of all is the gift of salvation, given to us through the gift of his Son, Jesus Christ. It is the realisation of this which saves us from pride and helps us to walk humbly and thankfully with our God. Secondly we recognise that our weakness and sin can only be overcome by the grace of God. The gift of salvation comes to us through reconciliation with him and with others.

 


Parish Priest: Very Rev Joseph McGuinness PP VG, 1 Darling Street : Tel 02866322627
Priest on Duty: Rev Owen Gorman, 4 Darling Street Tel 028 66322075

MASSES FOR COMING WEEK
Sat, 27th Oct (Vigil 6.00pm) Private Intention

Sun, 28th Oct (Lisbellaw)
10.00 am Shane Bannon, Ballintarson

Mon, 29th Oct
30th Week in Ordinary Time
8.00 am John Gordon, Water Street
10.00 am Susan & Harry Herbert, Darling Street and John & Deirdre Paul, Enniskillen and America
6.00 pm (Convent) Private Intention

Tues, 30th Oct
Weekday
8.00 am James, Brian & Sarah Jane Stennett, Derrin Road
10.00 am Bridget & Francis Dolan, Market Street and Fee & Keaney families

Wed, 31st Oct
Weekday
8.00 am (Convent) Special Intention
10.00 am Vera Boyd, Hillview Road Confessions 11.30-1.30pm

Thurs, 1st Nov
All Saints Holyday (Readings p 976 Proper 1126)
8.00 am George & Christina Henderson, Hillview Park
10.00 am Rosaleen Drumm, Hillview Park
12.30 pm Fred Sammon, Drumclay Road

Confessions 6.00 - 7.00 pm
7.00 pm (St Michael’s) Private Intention
8.00 pm (Lisbellaw) Private Intention

Fri, 2nd Nov
The Commemoration of all the Faithful Departed
8.00 am (Convent) Faithful Departed
10.00 am Faithful Departed
12.30 pm Faithful Departed
7.30 pm (St Michael’s) Faithful Departed
8.00 pm (Lisbellaw) Faithful Departed

Sat, 3rd Nov
Weekday
10.00 am Maisie & Frank McPhillips, Galliagh Terrace
10.30 am (Convent) Mamie Cox, Irvinestown Road

Confessions 11.30 am – 1.30 pm & 5.00 – 5.45 pm

Deaths
We pray for the recently deceased:
William (Willie) McEwan, Omagh and Enniskillen
May he rest in peace.

St Michael’s Parish Draw ~ Weeks 51

£1,000 Kay Scully, 19 Inis Fold
Promoter Maura McGrail, 76 Windmill Heights
£1000 Sean Leonard, 10 Ross Close
Promoter Mary Hegarty, 8 Moyletra Gardens
£1000 Teresa O’Reilly, 17 Algeo Drive
Promoter Teresa O’Reilly, 17 Algeo Drive
£1,000 Sammy Masterson, 141 Derrin Road
Promoter Peter Watson, 129 Derrin Road
£1,000 Sonny Harren, 6 Fairview Park, Derrygonnelly
Promoter Jerry Elliott, c/o Priests’ House
£1000 Kathleen McCaffrey, 16 Galliagh Terrace
Promoter Carmel Moohan, 24 Galliagh Terrace
£1,000 Gerry McKenna, 39 Galliagh Park
Promoter Conal O’Donnell, 38 Galliagh Park
£1,000 Bea Gallinagh, 83 Hillview Park
Promoter Oliver Hanley, 53 Hillview Park
£1,000 Maire Collins, 6 Rossole Park
Promoter Ann/Maureen, Parish Centre
£1,000 Frankie Burns, c/o 39 Devenish Crescent
Promoter Rita Swift, 144 Hillview Road

* First New Draw in Parish Draw, Tuesday 13th November. Cards for new Draw are now available in St Michael’s Bookshop. Promoters please make returns Monday, 12th November, 7.00 – 8.30 pm.

Mission Sunday Collection 21.10.07 £4,375.00

Special Trócaire Collection
for Darfur £6,322.00 (to date).

Winter Time begins this Sunday 28th October. Please put your clock back on Saturday night. Massses this Sunday at winter time.

Children’s Liturgy each Sunday at 9.30 am Mass. All Primary School children are very welcome to attend.

The Sick and Elderly will be attended by the priests in the week beginning Monday, 5th November.

Parish Dinner Dance Thanks
• Warmest congratulations to everyone involved in the organization of the Parish Dinner Dance in the Killyhevlin Hotel on Friday last, 19th October.
• A special Thanks to those who donated Spot Prizes: Devenish Gallery; Erne Pharmacy; Killyhevlin Hotel; Turning Heads; Paddy Gillen; Martin & Eithne Dillon; Enda Love; The Roadhouse; The Three Way Inn; Caroline & Barbara Brazil
• A word of appreciation to all who supported the Dance and made it such an enjoyable night for everyone.

Polish Mass in the Convent Chapel this Saturday, 27th October at 7.00 pm. Confessions from 6.15 pm. Celebrant will be Fr Krzysztof Dulny.

Ministers of the Word for the Sundays of November
6.00 pm Sat (Vigil) Paul Sheridan;
8.00 am John Quinn;
9.30 am Raymond Crilly;
11.00 am Brendan McCreesh;
12.30 pm Damien O’Dolan

Ministers of the Eucharist & Collectors
Team C begin their rota Saturday/Sunday 3rd/4th November.

St Joseph’s College Parent Teacher Association Fundraising Night at the Races, this Friday 26th October at 9.00 pm in Charlie’s.

Holy Hour of Adoration last Wednesday of every month in the Convent Chapel, led by Fr Brendan Shannon. Next Holy Hour, Wednesday 31st October from 8.00 – 9.00 pm.

Basic First Aid Course (Accredited full Day course)
Saturday, 3rd November in Guild Hall, Scots Presbyterian Church, Enniskillen, 9.30– 16.30. Lunch 12.30-13.30. Tutors Cathy Magowan and Ruth Morrison (EMAS Qualified First Aid Trainers). Cost £35.00 (includes certificate). 11 years +.
To Register call Cathy Magowan, Tel: 02866 328977. Proceeds in aid of the Presbyterian Church Building Fund.

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

CHRIST IN A WORLD OF MANY FAITHS
Education for Reconciliation ~ In association with Fermanagh Churches Forum.
A 6 Session Course from 1st November - 6th December 2007, 8.00pm – 10.00pm, in Enniskillen Library, Halls Lane.
Course Co-ordinators Denis Anderson and Eileen Gallagher.
Thursday 1st Nov – Living in a Changing Ireland;
8th Nov – The Challenge of Inter-faith Dialogue; 15th Nov – Christianity & the Religiously Plural Environment;
22nd Nov - Confessing Christ in a World of Many Faiths;
29th Nov - Inter-Religious Prayer & Spirituality;
6th Dec - Celebrating Difference & Living Faithfully.
There is no fee for this Course. For further information please contact Karen Nicholson,
Tel 028 90775010. e-mail: cenisec@tcd.ie

Pioneer Total Abstinence Association Readori Competitions
Sunday, 18th November in Millennium Hall, Donagh at 2.00 pm. Junior entrants must be under 16 years on 1st January 2008. For an Entry form, phone Ann Scallon at 68628040 or Hugh McElroy at 89541658.

St Michael’s Youth Club has re-opened for New Season Activities for 11–15 years +, following the successful pilot programme by WELB Youth Service, from February–May 2007. Sports, Indoor Football, Basketball, Uni-hoc, Dodge Ball, plus Arts, Dance and Specialist Activities eg Outdoor Pursuits will feature in this year’s programme. Registration Fee £10 (Family Rates will apply) – payable at Registration. 50p Nightly Fee. Parents should accompany children for registration purposes. Club open for activities on Tuesdays from 7–9.30 pm.
Sunday Mass Times: Vigil Saturday 6.00pm
Sunday 8.00am; 9.30am; 11.00am; 12.30pm; Lisbellaw 10.00am

Gift Aid
We are now preparing our claim for refund of tax for 2006/07. Some parishioners have still to renew their Covenants (Gift Aid) which expired last year. We would be grateful if they would call at the Parish Office.

The Irish Pilgrimage Trust
Trip to Lourdes, Easter 2008 Applications are welcome from young people with a physical disability or illness (aged 9 – 18 years) or a learning disability (aged 11 – 21 years). There are also places for seriously ill children under the age of 9 years accompanied by a parent/carer. There is no cost for the young person selected to travel. Closing date for applications is 31st October 2007. If interested please contact Brendan at 07799325689 (anytime) or Maureen at 02871337441 after 6 pm.

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

‘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.

‘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.

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 9068368 for details of your nearest group contact.

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

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

The Community Safety Advisors Project aims to reduce fear of crime among elderly and vulnerable adults in Co Fermanagh. Volunteers visit individuals in their homes on a regular basis. Would you like to become a volunteer and help someone in your area? Contact Patricia at Fermanagh
Volunteer Centre Phone 028 66328438. Email: community.safety@gmail.com.

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.

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

The Witness Service
needs Caring People to train as Volunteers supporting people going to Court (which can be a frightening experience). Training, support and expenses will be provided. You’ll gain new skills and a great sense of satisfaction. To find out more about volunteering for the Witness Service phone 028 90244039. Pick up a leaflet at the back of the church.

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

Gift Aid to St Michael’s Parish
According to the Gift Aid Scheme the Parish can reclaim 28p for every £1.00 you contribute (£100.00 can be turned into £128.00) at no extra cost to you:
? If you pay Tax
? And sign a Gift Aid Pledge
Parishioners whose Covenants have expired (your annual return will let you know) or who pay Tax and wish to sign a Gift aid Pledge for the first time (and many more could do this) are invited to call to the Parish Office any day during the week Monday-Friday 10.30 am – 2.30 pm.
? If you want to make the most of your contribution, Gift Aid it and the Parish will do the rest.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Ciorcal comhrá: Bíonn ciorcal comhrá Gaeilge ar siúl gach dara Céadaoin in “Blake’s of the Hollow”, Inis Ceithleann ar 8 i.n. Beidh muid ag bualadh asís ar Céadoin 7ú Samhain Fáilte romh Cách chai