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 |
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| The Flannery Family Anniversaries | Mon. 29th | 10am |
| Ray Shortall, Birthday Remembrance | Wed. 1st | 10am |
| Altar List of the Dead | Fri. 3rd | 10am |
| Ciara Ryan (A) | Sat. 4th | 6.30pm |
| Patrick O’Reilly (A) | Sun. 5th | 9.30am |
| Tony Roach Senior (A) | Sun. 5th | 12pm |
Mass Details
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday at 10am; Thursday 7.30pm (and Divine Mercy Hour). Saturday 6.30pm; Sunday 9.30am and 12noon. We encourage all to pray as below if joining in on webcam. www.kilbarrackfoxfieldparish.ie.
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.
Morning Prayer in our Church
Please join us for morning prayer in the Church on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 9.45am.
Weekly Reflection on the Scriptures
The reflection takes place on Mondays 7.15-8.30pm – first 45 minutes are for Sunday’s readings, followed by 30 minutes for a piece of writing. Contact Sr Phyllis at 086-890-9488 with email address and join us on Zoom.
Service of the Healing of the Generations
The Service of the Healing of the Generations (Family Tree) will take place today Sunday, 28th November, in our Church, led by Fr Cathal and team, commencing with Holy Mass at 7pm. Access on the webcam for those who cannot attend – www.kilbarrackfoxfieldparish.ie
Collection for St Vincent de Paul
The St Vincent de Paul Society will hold a church collection on Sunday,11th December, to raise funds for people who are struggling this Christmas.
Photographs for collection
Photographs from our Annual Mass for the Dead can be collected from the Church.
Synod Prayer
We stand before You, Holy Spirit,
as we gather together in Your name.
With You alone to guide us,
make Yourself at home in our hearts;
Teach us the way we must go
and how we are to pursue it.
We are weak and sinful;
do not let us promote disorder.
Do not let ignorance lead us down the wrong path
nor partiality influence our actions.
Let us find in You our unity
so that we may journey together to eternal life
and not stray from the way of truth
and what is right.
All this we ask of You,
who are at work in every place and time,
in the communion of the Father and the Son,
forever and ever. Amen.
Advent- Excerpt from Homily of Archbishop Farrell
“I am asking each parish community to pray for conversion of heart so that we may be effective missionaries. I ask that the Synod prayer be prayed every day during Advent, especially during our celebrations of the Eucharist, so that we are reminded of the call we have received and the hope-filled response which we will craft together under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit. In the season of Advent, we unite ourselves with our Blessed Mother Mary, whose own preparation models for us the spirit of hope and faith that brings the light of Christ to life.
In Advent we begin the Liturgical Year preparing for the coming of the Lord. Our diocesan theme this year is ‘Be Still’, waiting for the Lord, preparing ourselves for the year ahead with Him. There is a ‘Be Still’ resource available on the Diocesan Website, and our Mission and Ministry Team are offering a daily prayer posting on Facebook every day during Advent with a variety of contributors.”
Idea for Families during Advent from the Diocese
‘Be Still’. We are suggesting that as the family gathers for the main meal in the day that all take one minute of quiet as a time of calm. A little bell or a sand timer can be used to announce the beginning and end of the period. What about putting all phones into a basket outside the room?
Advent in our Parish
The liturgy for this season is rich in symbolism. The symbol is Awake for the First Sunday. The Advent Wreath will be blessed. The wreath consists of evergreen branches, representing everlasting life, with candles representing the light of Christ. This week we light the purple candle of hope. The symbols of the apple, ark and shepherd’s crook on the Jesse tree remind us of the ancestry of Jesus.Volunteers for Various Ministries in our Parish
Due to Covid 19 lockdowns, all our Ministries need new volunteers, so please nominate someone. Speak to one of our priests or leave a note with Janice in the Parish office.
Reflection on Sunday’s Gospel
Stay awake, praying at all times’
Advent marks a time of watchfulness, waiting and renewed hope, as we get ready to welcome the Lord into our hearts and lives this Christmas. The First Reading focuses our gaze on God’s promise to David to raise up a ‘virtuous branch’- Jesus. In the rather ominous-sounding Gospel, Jesus foretells the end times telling his disciples to ‘stay awake’ and not get distracted by the ‘cares of life’. But he has a message of hope too: we don’t need to be afraid, for we will see the Son of Man coming to save us. God keeps his promises, so we can hold our heads high, pray and stand confident in his presence.
This week we may like to spend some time each day prayerfully taking stock of how ready we are to receive Jesus, however, wherever and whenever he comes.
Answering God’s Call this Advent – A Webinar
Join in this Webinar at 2pm Wednesday 1st December, with Barbara Lee and spend time this Advent exploring four figures from the Gospels who embody the call to welcome the Christ Child. Link –
https://www.ignatianspirituality.com/answering-gods-call-this-advent-a-webinar-with-barbara-lee/
Simon Christmas Appeal
The following items are needed by Simon – Good-as-new coats, jackets, jumpers, new hats, scarves, gloves, underwear, socks, toiletries, packets of sweets, small towels, decks of cards, puzzle books and pens, confectionary, selection boxes, non-perishable goods etc. All can be left into Bayside Community Centre, 9am–9pm from tomorrow Monday, 29th November, to Friday, 3rd December. Your generosity will make a huge difference this Christmas. Further details from Anna 087-138-9351.
Cupán Tae – Memory Café
People with dementia or memory difficulties, and families and friends are invited to the Cupán Tae Café in Naomh Barróg GAA Club on the second Wednesday of each month (next 8th December) from 2-4pm, for a chat, refreshments and a talk from a guest speaker. Free of charge. Booking/information from CupanTae@alzheimers.ie or 083 014 5869. Places limited. Vaccination Cert needed.
Coffee Morning in Aid of Brother Kevin, Church Street
This Coffee Morning will be held on Thursday, 9th December, 10am-12pm in Bayside Community Centre.
Details – Anna Reilly 087 138 9351 or Mary 087 292 5706.
New Pilgrim Path
New Pilgrim Path offers a range of wonderful online Advent retreats designed to help participants come to know Christ in a new and deeper way as we journey through the season of Advent, preparing to welcome the Light of the World, Jesus Christ, at Christmas. To access visit www.newpilgrimpath.ie.
Crosscare Online Appeal to End Food Poverty
Crosscare needs your support to help families experiencing food poverty this Christmas. They are working with hundreds of families and children in Dublin who struggle to get basic food supplies. Due to Covid
restrictions, the online appeal for donations replaces the food collection in parishes in previous years. Your ongoing support for Crosscare makes a huge difference to those most in need. Support the appeal to end food poverty by giving what you can online at www.crosscare.ie/donate
Fly Over Your Storms
Did you know that an eagle can foresee when a storm is approaching long before it breaks?
Instead of hiding, the eagle will fly to some high point and wait for the winds to come.
When the storm hits, it sets its wings so that the wind can pick it up and lift it above the storm. While the storm rages below, the eagle soars above it. The eagle does not escape or hide from the storm; instead, it uses the storm to lift it higher. It rises on the stormy winds which others dread.
When the storm of life or challenges hits us, we can rise above them and soar like the eagle that rides the storm’s winds. Don’t be afraid of the storms or the challenges in you.
Slow Down for God
In a world that seeks to crowd Jesus out, where busyness abounds, and hearts are stirred to focus on other things, it can be hard sometimes to choose to keep Him first. It’s all too easy to get caught up in the whole hurried dash of the holidays, and to give our attention to what seems more urgent. Our focus gets blurred; and the most important gets pushed aside.
It takes an active and daily choice to put Christ first, especially in a culture that says you’re too busy to focus there. Or that life is too full. And there’s no more room.
May God help us to choose wisely, what voices we listen to, and where we give our attention today.
He is the One who brings true meaning to Christmas.
He is the One who brings real peace in this all-too-often hectic season.
He is the only One worthy of our time and attention as we slow down the maddening rush around our lives.
Thoughts for the WeekNever think that what you have to offer is insignificant. There will always be someone out there who needs what you have to give. Every time you get upset at something, ask yourself if you were to die tomorrow, was it worth wasting your time being angry. Let’s just make each other happy without a reason. |
