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Fr. Boland 82243375

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Fr. Sweeney 82247440

Fr. Mc Elhennon 82251055

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Cappagh Parish News

(Vol.33 No 43) - Sunday, 18th October 2009

29th Sunday in Ordinary Time.

Jesus said to his disciples: ‘Anyone who wants to be great among you must be the servant of all’. We often think that people are being fully accepted by us when we treat them like one of the family. And it is a lovely way to be. But the opposite is also very important to practise, namely that we would treat one another in our families the way we treat those who are visiting us. In this situation we take great care to be ready for them; we get all the best implements out for them; we prepare good food for them. And when they are gone we sometimes are relieved but more often than not we talk about the good things that we can see in them. This is also true within a parish community. We should take great care of one another, the way we would if there was a group of very special visitors coming to celebrate with us. That is how Christ wants us to be together.

Fr. Johnny Doherty, C.Ss.R

Sunday, 18th October, 2009

29th Sunday of the Year

Mission Sunday

First Reading Isaiah 53;10-11
By his sufferings shall my servant justify many, taking faults on himself.

 

Second Reading Acts 13:46-49
I have made you a light for the nations.

 

Gospel Mark 10:42-45
Anyone who wants to become great among you must be your servant.

 

 

 

 

 

Freefall

 

There were four people all on a small plane together. An hour into the plane flight the pilot announced that the plane was going down and that everyone would need to jump and then he put on his parachute and jumped leaving only three parachutes for the four passengers.

 

The first passenger to grab a parachute was a doctor who explained that he was on he verge of discovering a cure for cancer; therefore, he was clearly the most important passenger. That said, he jumped out of the doomed plane. The second passenger claimed to be the smartest man in the world. "Surely you wouldn't want the smartest man in the world to go down with the plane" he explained, and he jumped too.

 

The only two passengers left were a Boy Scout and a priest. The priest told the young boy that he had lived a good life and was ready to die, so the boy should take the parachute and jump to safety. The Boy Scout calmly answered,

 

"Don't worry. There are still two parachutes left. 'The smartest man in the world' just jumped out of the plane with my backpack."

 

 

 

 

Baptism

 

We welcome into the Parish Community through the
Sacrament of Baptism

 

Mary Anne Coyle, 16, Retreat Heights.
Sean Jay Devenney, 8, Westview Terrace, Omagh.

Requiescat In Pace:

 

 

We extend our sympathy to the family and relatives of

 

Damien Noble, 23, Meadowvale who died during the week.

 

Charles Francis Henry McGuigan son of John and Annie McGuigan born 30th March 1936 has died in Adelaide, South Australia on 6th October 2009.

 

 

 

 

 

Anniversaries

Paddy Smith, Killybrack Close
Mary Ballesty, Pinefield Crescent
Maureen Dillon, Richmond Park
Jacqueline McGuigan, Ashdale Court
Patricia Pearson, Sedan Avenue
Thomas John Meenan, Loughmacrory Road
Cassie McAleer, Mullan Park MF

 

Anniversary Masses for the week

 

Monday 19th Patrick Smith
Killybrack Close (CTK 7.30pm)

Friday 23rd Jacqueline McGuigan
Ashdale Court (CTK 7.30pm)
Saturday 24th Barry Toye
Gortwell (CTK 6.30pm)

Saturday 24th Catherine McClenaghan
Strule Park (KC 8.30pm)

Sunday 25th Michael Grimes
Mountfield (KC 11.00am)
Sunday 25th Tony McCann
Tamlaght Road (CTK 12.00 noon)

 

 

Cappagh Parish Centre

Weekly Bingo: Each Monday evening in Cappagh Parish Hall at 9 pm.

 

GAA - Weekly Lotto Numbers 1, 10, 12, 19 & 22. One winners, Ryan Meenagh, Mountfield received £50. Two jackpots have now been capped at £5,000. New jackpot now stands at £2,450.

 

 

 

PRAY FOR PRIESTS

This week we ask you to pray for the following priests:

Fr. Michael Doherty Monday October 19th

Fr. Patrick Doherty Tuesday October 20th

Fr. Andrew Dolan Wednesday October 21st

Fr. Brian Donnelly Thursday October 22nd

Mgr Joseph Donnelly Friday October 23rd

Fr. Liam Donnelly Saturday October 24th

Fr. T. Phillip Donnelly Sunday October 25th

 

HOLY LAND PILGRIMAGE:

We are planning a Pilgrimage to the Holy Land next year (dates not decided yet - probably early June) led by Fr Kevin McElhennon. For 10 days we will follow in the footsteps of Jesus from Nazareth to the Sea of Galilee to Bethlehem and Jerusalem. This once-in-a-lifetime pilgrimage will bring to life the people, places and stories of the Bible, and promises to be an enjoyable and enriching experience. Price: £1,190 (price may be less depending on numbers going and is fully inclusive - flights, hotels, breakfast & dinner each day, guide, full tours etc). If you are interested or thinking about going and would like to know more about the pilgrimage, come along to either of the information evenings this Monday (Oct 19) or Wednesday (Oct 21) in Christ the King Church, Strathroy at 8pm (after 7.30pm Mass). Or contact Fr Kevin directly at 028-82251055.

 

 

 

The theme for this year’s Mission Sunday is ’Reach Out with Love’: World Mission Sunday encourages prayer and financial support for the mission outreach of the Catholic Church in a world where millions are thirsting to hear of God’s love for them and longing for the light of Christ in their lives.

 

 

 

Autumn Craft Fare will take place on Sunday 25th October in the Cappagh Parish Centre from 12 noon - 5.30pm. Admission is free but donations will be greatly appreciated. All proceeds in aid of WAVE TRAUMA CENTRE. An ideal opportunity to start Christmas shopping early and avail of the wide range of exclusive and unique crafts. Products include, pottery & ceramics, jewellery, cards, art-work, glass art, woodturning, hand crafted textiles and Faberge eggs. Your support will be greatly appreciated, refreshments available.

 

 

 

 

Comhaltlas Ceoltóirí Éireann Cce an Ómaigh A.G.M. All members please note that the Annual General Meeting of the Branch will be held in Dún Uladh on Wednesday 21st October 2009 at 8pm.

 

 

 

 

Mountfield Youth Club has now reopened in the Community Centre. All children from Mountfield and the surrounding area are very welcome. The club runs from 7-8.30pm for juniors (from 6 years to P7) and 8.30-10pm for senior members (from 1st year upwards).

 

 

 

Killyclogher Senior Citizens Club would like to thank everyone involved with the Parish Dance on Friday 9th October. Another successful and enjoyable night was had by all. The total amount raised was £628. The weekly dancing class raised £250 bringing the total to £878 which was given to the fundraising effort.

Father Boland would like to thank the club for the marvelous work they are doing for the fund.

 

 

 

 

Old Tyme Dancing Workshop has resumed in Knockmoyle Hall every Tuesday night 8.30 - 11pm. Everyone welcome to our Halloween Party night on Tuesday 27th October. Dress to impress.

 

 

“Independent Literacy Centres: Opportunity for Individuals to run their own Computer Based Literacy Programme for children and adults with Dyslexia and other learning difficulties. Touch Type, Read and Spell (TTRS) currently operates in several training centres throughout the U.K. and Ireland. Please contact TTRS at 028 41738413 or 07811355462.

 

 

We would like to appeal to parishioners not to park on the footpath outside Killyclogher Church. There is a ramp to enable wheelchair users to cross the road and if it is blocked it causes them great distress. It is probably lack of thought but just be grateful that you are capable of walking and spare a thought for those who are not so lucky.

 

 

 

The cleaners in Christ the King Church have asked that we mention that some people are putting chewing gum on the ground and it is getting embedded in the carpet. This is very difficult to remove.

Last week’s Collection £3,388. Thank you.