Fr Peter Finnerty, Parish Priest, Ph: 01-832-3150.
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
Weekday Mass times – Mon-Wed 10am; Thurs, 7.30pm.
Fri 10am. Bayside– Mon-Sat 10am.
Weekends: Saturday Vigil 6pm, Sunday 9.30am and 12pm. Bayside – Saturday Vigil 7pm. Sunday 8am, 10am and 11.30am.
Parish Office: Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri 9.30am to 12.30pm. Closed Wednesday.
| Masses for the coming week | ||
| Name | Date | Time |
| Tom and Angie Barrett (A) | Wed. 14th | 10am |
| Raymond Dennis (8th A) | Sat. 17th | 6pm |
| David Carty (10th A) | Sun. 18th | 9.30am |
The Building Hope Prayer
Pilgrim God, we give you thanks and praise. You constantly journey with us even in our darkness and doubts. We seek your way of loving kindness to walk together as one family.
Open our eyes to recognise you in the faces of one another, in the breaking of bread and in the splendour of creation. May the risen Christ sow seeds of hope and new life deep within us. May our hearts and minds be filled with your Word, bringing forth truth, justice and peace. May the Holy Spirit working in and through us do much more than we can dare to imagine as we live out our baptismal calling in humble and loving service. We make this our prayer through Christ Our Lord. Amen.
Mary, Mother of the Church, pray for us. St Laurence O’Toole, pray for us. St Kevin, pray for us. St Brigid, pray for us.
Crosscare Annual Appeal
The Annual Crosscare Collection will take place at all Masses next weekend, September 17th and 18th.
This year, Crosscare are looking for help for their Homeless Prevention and Food Poverty Support Services – both of which are coming under increasing demand from people struggling to find accommodation and families coping with increases in fuel process and the cost of living.
We would ask for your support for Crosscare in next weekend’s second collection or by donating online at www.crosscare.ie
Eucharistic Adoration
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament takes place from 11am-3pm from Tuesday to Friday each week.
Reflection on Readings for this Sunday
‘Rejoice with me … I have found my sheep that was lost!’
The readings for this Sunday celebrate the boundless mercy God offers to us, regardless of our sins, and the joy that comes from repentance. In the First Reading, the fragile faith of the Israelites has faltered, and they worship the calf they have created out of molten metal. Moses pleads the cause of the people, and God relents from destroying them, despite their lack of faith. The Second Reading recalls the multitude of sins the young Saul committed against the faith before his conversion. Despite this, when he repented of these sins he was shown great mercy, and was filled with the grace and love of Christ. In the Gospel we hear Jesus’ powerful teaching about seeking whatever is lost, and the joy that comes when it is found again. Here he speaks of a lost sheep and a lost coin, but the heart of his message is the joy of God’s loving mercy, which is poured out upon us when we repent of our sins. This week, let’s keep in mind all those who are lost and searching for something – perhaps for a loved one who has gone astray; for forgiveness; for love or peace; or for meaning in life itself. We ask the Lord to be with all of us in our searching, and bring us the joy of finding what we seek.
Prayer for Ukraine
Holy and Gracious God. We pray for the people of Ukraine and the people of Russia, for their countries and their leaders. We pray for all those who are afraid; that your everlasting arms hold them in this time of great fear. We pray for all those who have the power over life and death; that they will choose for all people life, and life in all its fullness. We pray for those who choose war; that they will remember that you direct your people to turn our swords into ploughshares and seek for peace. We pray for leaders on the world stage; that they may be inspired by the wisdom and courage of Christ. Above all, Lord, today we pray for peace for Ukraine. And we ask this in the name of your blessed Son. Lord, have mercy. Amen.
Chairobic Exercises are Back
Chairobics return to our Parish Centre next Tuesday, 13th September 11.30am-12.30pm. We are looking forward to seeing as many people as possible for these most enjoyable exercise sessions which involve some standing movements and incorporates many physio exercises to suit all ages. Why not join us on the 13th to check it out? All welcome. Queries to Finola 087 292 5116.
Thank You, God, For Always Being There
God has protected me more times than I can count. So, I can only imagine the times He has protected me I didn’t even know about. Thank you, God, for always being there, even when I didn’t know it.
What’s On!
Blood ~Donors Needed in Kilbarrack
The Irish Blood Transfusion Service Board’s mobile unit team will be at Gaelscoil Míde, Greendale Road, Kilbarrack on Wednesday 21st September from 5.00pm to 8.30pm. Blood donors are especially needed at this time. For further information contact 1800 731 137 or log on to the IBTS Web site www.giveblood.ie
Adult Education classes enrolling at the Donahies CS. Wide variety of classes – QQ!, Fitness. Hobbies. Affordable prices. Call 01 8482217 or see www.donahiesadulted.ie
Peter McVerry Cycle on 17th September visit pmvtrust.ie/cycleor call 01 823 0776.
The Men for Christ Conference 2022– a Catholic Conference for Men will be LIVE & EXCLUSIVE on Radio Maria Ireland Saturday 17th September from 2pm. Speakers: Fr. Jamie Twohig SAC, John Pridmore, David Quinn and Fr. Marius O’Reilly.
Free 7 Week Zoom course- Growing in Christian Prayer from Wednesday 21st September, 7.30-8.30pm. Includes video presentation, sharing and short scripture pieces for reflection at home. Themes – Purpose of Prayer; How to pray with Confidence; Pattern for prayer; Our Father; Praying for breakthrough; How to pray in a crisis; Why doesn’t God always answer the first time I pray. Email Paul at alphabayside@gmail.com.
The Poor Clares, Galway, are hosting a Monastic Experience Day on Saturday 24th September, 10am-5pm. It is designed to help young women who are exploring the possibility of a religious vocation to find out more about the Poor Clare way of life. If you are under 40 and would like to attend, book at vocations@poorclares.ie.e
Two vacancies in the Dublin Diocese – Health Care Co-ordinator and Facilities Co-ordinator Role – See dublindiocese.ie/vacancies/. Deadline 14th Sept.
New Pilgrim Path
“Prayer is a deliberate openness to God…What kind of prayer opens us to authentic encounter with God?” Revd Dr Sarah Bachelard is an Anglican priest and theologian based in Canberra, Australia. She is the founder and leader of Benedictus Contemplative Church and is a member of the ecumenical World Community for Christian Meditation. In a lively and engaging 50-minute talk, she explores the ancient tradition of monastic contemplation and its deep relevance to 21st century pilgrims. Watch it at: www.newpilgrimpath.ie
Fifteen Reminders on the part of the Elders
- Rise with the sunrise to pray. Pray on your own.
- Be tolerant of those who have erred. Ignorance, insecurities, anger, jealousy and greed come from the lost soul. Pray for them that they may find guidance.
- Find yourself by your own means. Don’t allow others to determine your path for you. It is your journey and yours only. Others may walk with you, but no one can walk your path (or walk your path) for you.
- Treat guests in your home with great courtesy. Offer them the best food, give them the best bed, and treat them with respect and dignity.
- Don’t take what’s not yours, whether from a person, a community, a jungle, a culture. It wasn’t gifted or won. It’s not yours.
- Respect all things on this earth, people, plants and animals.
- Respect the thoughts, wishes and words of all people. Never break them, ridicule them, or imitate them rudely. Give all people the right to personal expression.
- Never talk bad about others. The negative energy you put out into the Universe will multiply when it returns to you.
- All people make mistakes. And all mistakes can be forgiven.
- Negative thoughts cause disease to the mind, body and spirit. Exercise your optimism.
- Nature is not on our side. it is just our PART. Part of your family in the world.
- Children are the seeds of our future. Plant love in your heart and water them with wisdom and life lessons. When they grow up just give them space to grow.
- Avoid hurting other people’s hearts. The venom of their suffering will return to you.
- Always be true (and transparent). Honesty is the test of man in this Universe.
- Hold a balance. Your Mental Personality, Spiritual Personality, Emotional Personality and Physical Personality: all need to be strong, clean and healthy. “
I Missed You Today
I missed you today but that’s nothing new,
I missed you a million times yesterday too.
I picked up my phone to tell you the news,
then realised, again, I can’t text it to you.
I saw your bright smile, at least twenty times,
and then I remember, it’s all in my mind.
I drive without presence, the world feels surreal,
And on comes your song and this doesn’t seem real.
I missed you today but I miss you a lot,
It’s helpful to miss you, it’s all that I’ve got.
I wish I could pull you down here for a while
I’m frightened to lose the shape of your smile.
I miss you today and I’ll miss you tomorrow,
There seems to be no coming end to this sorrow.
I try to go on as I know that you care,
I know that you’re willing
me on from up there.
I missed you today but I’m
trying to find, a way to move on
but not leave you behind.
A way to forge on with the
love that we had,
A way to recall you and
simply feel . . . glad.”
Written by Donna Ashworth
Thought for the Week
Dear God, I bring to you my burdens.
You know my situation and You know I can’t make it without You. Comfort my heart, give me strength and help me carry on.
