Fr Peter Finnerty, Administrator, 01-832-3150
Fr Finbarr Neylon, CC, 086-356-6380
Fr Séamus Connell, Ph: 087-702-5120
Fr Cathal Price, Ph 01-832-3683
Janice Dornan, Parish Sec, Parish Office, Ph 01-839-0433
Email info@kilbarrackfoxfieldparish.ie
www.kilbarrackfoxfieldparish.ie
| Masses for the coming week | ||
| Peter and Annie O’Brien (A) | Mon. 14th | 10am |
| Health Intention | Wed. 16th | 10am |
| David Rooney (A) | Sat. 19th | 6.30pm |
| Tom Flannery, RD | Sun. 20th | 12pm |
Mass Details
The Church is now open for attendance at Masses – Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday at 10am; Thursday 7.30pm (and Divine Mercy Hour). Saturday 6.30pm; Sunday 9.30am and 12noon. Masses are also available on Webcam. See www.kilbarrackfoxfieldparish.ie.
We encourage all to pray as set out below if joining in on webcam.
Act of Spiritual Communion
My Jesus, I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament. I love You above all things, and I desire to receive You into my soul. Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You.
Never permit me to be separated from You. Amen.
Reflection on Today’s Gospel
‘This is what the Kingdom of God is like …’
This Sunday, we are being encouraged to both see and draw from the wisdom of God as expressed throughout the natural world.
The Kingdom Parables in the Gospel draw on similar images of God’s seeds of love and truth slowly growing and bearing fruit in ways that we often cannot see and fail to understand fully. The Kingdom of God is within us and around us. It is not a realm of power and dominance; rather it is a spirit of growth and nourishment rooted in compassion and love, providing shelter and sustenance for all.
This week, we can make a special effort to look deeply at nature on our doorstep and connect more meaningfully with it. May we have eyes to see God’s Kingdom at work through nature and in our fellow human beings. May we grow ever closer to God in all that we do, so that we may be living expressions of God’s Kingdom on Earth.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, Tuesday-Friday from 11am-3pm.
Archbishop Farrell’s Letter to Leaving Cert Students
“I wish all the 2021 Leaving Certificate students, those who are going through the Predicted Grades System or sitting the written examination every good wish and God’s blessings.
“This year’s Leaving Certificate students have been challenged in their preparation for the Leaving Certificate by the Covid pandemic during the school years 2019-2020, 2020-2021. I want to thank the Principals, Boards of Management, Teachers, Staff, School Chaplains, Pastoral Care Teams for the dedicated care of our Post Primary students especially this year’s Leaving Certificate students.
“I am grateful to Minister Foley and the officials of the Department of Education and Skills for the work and support they have given to this year’s Leaving Certificate group. May the Holy Spirit guide and direct the Leaving Certificate students now and in all the decisions they will make about their future.
I pray that Our Lady will protect you all and that St Joseph, her husband, in this year dedicated to St Joseph, will watch over you as he protected his foster son, Jesus.”
The Future of Our Parish is in Our Hands
Reminder re responses to Task Force set up by Archbishop Farrell – do not miss this opportunity to share your hopes, thoughts, recommendations, suggestions etc, to help form a plan for the Church in the Diocese of the future.
It is vital that we, as a Parish, get a varied response into the Task Force by 20th June. Please address your letter to the Chairperson of the Parish Pastoral Council.
Weekly Reflection on the Scriptures
The weekly reflection continues each Monday 7.30-8.30pm. Contact Sr Phyllis at 086-890-9488 with your email address and join us on Zoom to reflect on the liturgy for the following Sunday. It is so rewarding and enhances our participation at Mass on the day.
Fortieth Anniversary of Fr George Begley
We send our congratulations, love and best wishes to Fr George who celebrates the fortieth anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood this week. Fr George ministered in this parish from 1987–1997 and was loved by all. He sends his greetings and remembers everyone with great affection. He is Parish Priest in Lusk Parish at the moment and is very happy there.
Bíodh bua agus beannacht air le na blianta atá roimhe!
Walking in Hope – Spiritual Journey for Families
The Archdiocese of Dublin will provide some simple and achievable ideas for families and parishes starting in September. The ‘Walking Together in Hope’ initiative will be launched on 25th August at Saint Mary’s Pro-Cathedral on the third anniversary of the visit of Pope Francis’.
Pope Francis
Constant prayer is not easy, Pope Francis admits. When we are caught up in the obligations of daily life, and find it difficult to think of God, we should remember that although God cares for every aspect of Creation, He also remembers each one of us personally. “And so, we too must always remember Him,” says the Pope. Pointing to the example of monks, Pope Francis emphasises the importance of “inner balance” between work and prayer. “Prayer that is too abstract can lose touch with reality, while work can keep us grounded. The hands of the monk, which are joined in prayer,” he says,” are calloused from physical labour.”
New Pilgrim Path Website of the Week
The Liturgy of the Hours (the Divine Office) is an immensely rich prayer resource. The practice of sanctifying the 24 hours of the day with psalms, hymns, readings etc, during “canonical hours” (periods of fixed prayer at regular intervals) is of great antiquity. Christians of all traditions celebrate this in various forms and under various names. It can be prayed anywhere, whenever there is a space, however small, in life’s hectic activities. See www.newpilgrimpath.ie.
Inter-Diocesan Retreat – Ards Friary Retreat Centre
Due to the easing of restrictions in June, the retreat will take place from Sunday, 20th to Thursday, 24th June. Call 074-913-8909 if interested in taking part.
Oxfam Appeal
Oxfam Ireland is appealing for funds to provide help for so many people in the Yemen, India, etc., who are in dire straits. To donate see www.oxfamireland.org.
I Was Raised to Show Respect
I was raised to show respect. I was taught to knock before I open a door. Say hello when I enter a room. Say please and thank you, and to have respect for my elders. I’d let another person have my seat if they need it. Say ‘yes sir’ and ‘no sir’, and help others when they need me to, not stand on the side lines and watch. Hold the door for the person behind me, say ‘excuse me’ when it’s needed and to love people for who they are and not for what I can get from them and most importantly, I was also raised to treat people exactly how I would like to be treated by others. It’s called respect. – Dave Hedges
Faith is seeing light with your heart when all your eyes see is darkness.
Be Grateful
There once was a woman who woke up one morning, looked in the mirror, and noticed she had only three hairs on her head. “Well,” she said, “I think I’ll braid my hair today.” So, she did, and she had a wonderful day.
The next day she woke up, looked in the mirror and saw that she had only two hairs on her head. “Hm… mm..,” she said, “I think I’ll part my hair down the middle today.” So, she did, and she had a grand day.
The next day she woke up, looked in the mirror and noticed that she had only one hair on her head. “Well,” she said, “Today I’m going to wear my hair in a ponytail.” So, she did, and she had a fun, fun day.
The next day she woke up, looked in the mirror and noticed there wasn’t a single hair on her head. “YAY!” she exclaimed. “I don’t have to fix my hair today!”
Attitude is everything. Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle. Live simply, love generously, care deeply, speak kindly. Be Grateful! – Heather Jarom Grant
Until We Meet Again
The moment you died my heart was torn in two.
One side was filled with heartache, the other died with you.
I often lay awake at night when the world is fast asleep and
Take a walk down memory lane with tears upon my cheeks.
Missing you is easy, I do it every day.
But missing you is a heartache that never goes away.
I hold you tightly within my heart and there you will remain.
Until the joyous day arrives that we will meet again.
Return your Day to God
Over the next few days, try to pause and quiet your heart and mind for just a few moments before you sleep to do a simple gratitude exercise.
First, breathe deeply and whisper a prayer of thanksgiving to God for the gift of being alive.
Next, take a moment to observe any negative emotions or feelings. Prayerfully release any regrets about your day or worries about tomorrow into His hands.
Finally, consider three things from your day for which you can be thankful and take a moment to praise God for those gifts (however small).
Remember the Psalmist: this was the day that He made for you. You will find that being intentional about turning off the tv, putting your phone away, closing the book, and committing a few quiet moments to communicate with your Creator will be transformative.
When we talk, He listens. When we cry out, He is there. He is with us in each moment.
Thought for the Week!The “hunger” virus kills about 8,000 children a day, and the vaccine for it exists. It’s called “food”. But you won’t hear that in the media. Do you know why? Because hunger doesn’t kill the rich. |
