News for the week starting Saturday 19th October 2024
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WHAT IS WORLD MISSION SUNDAY:
This weekend parishes worldwide celebrate World Mission Sunday. Thank you for supporting in whatever way you can, and please remember it is more that an appeal for financial help. Missionaries also need spiritual support.
We especially thank you for your on-going support of the Westport/Aror Partnership. Thanks to Margaret Joyce for sharing an update on how our help is making a difference
In the Aror community.
Please take a moment to visit the display at the back of St. Mary’s Church Westport.
PLEASE CONTINUE TO PRAY:
For the Synod in Rome “For a Synodal
Church: Communion, Participation and Mission”
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP:
Bereavement Support Group meeting at the Family Centre, Knock each Wednesday at 11am.No booking required. Further information from Monica Morley on 094-9375320.
EXPLORING PRIESTHOOD OPEN DAYS:
Saturday 26th October 2024 at University of Galway between 11am & 5pm. To attend you need to register on our website at vocations.ie/exploring
STATUES: Painting, restoring and reconstruction of catholic religious only statues, Contact Silvina at 087-3972402
WESTPORT PARISH YOUTH:
St Mary's Westport Parish Youth initiative is on Fridays in the Parish Centre (upstairs room) from 4 to 6pm and will run during school term times. The age group is aimed towards 1st Years and 2nd Years. The focus is on 'Fun', 'Food' and 'Faith'. Contact the Parish Office on 09828871 or 0868804779 for more details.
ANAM CARA: The organisation that supports bereaved parents, will hold its monthly Parent Support Evening on Tuesday 22nd October at 7:15pm in the TF Royal Hotel, Castlebar, Co. Mayo.
ANNUAL ST. VINCENT DE PAUL COLLECTIONS:
Will be taken up next weekend at
Fahy Church, Friday 25th October.
Lecanvey Church, Saturday 26th October.
Kilmeena Church, Sunday 27th October.
AUGHAGOWER CHURCH:
Every third Sunday of the Month 11.30 a.m. Mass involves the children of the First Holy Communion & Confirmation classes.
YOUTH 2000:
The Youth 2000 Connaught autumn retreat will take place in the College of the Immaculate Conception, Summerhill in Sligo town on November 8th to 10th. Join us for talks, testimonies & workshops. Donation only, bring a sleeping bag! For more information, visit www.youth2000.ie or email [email protected] *
YEAR OF PRAYER 2024:
As part of our on-going celebration of the year of prayer there are three new prayer cards available at the back of the church. 50 cent per copy (1) Gathering in Faith (2) Prayers For Every Season Journey and Pilgrimage (3)
Daily Payers
CARE OF CREATION WESTPORT ECO CONGREGATION:
As the Season of Creation ends, the invitation continues to care for our Common Home. There are many actions small and great that so many do and continue to do to make a difference. Join Westport Eco-Congregation and Jacinta Barrins for a FREE knowledge, action and results 6-step programme to support us in our ongoing journey towards reducing our Carbon Footprint. WHEN: Six Tuesday mornings…Jan.14 ,21, 28 Feb. 4, 11 and April 8, 2025 WHERE: Carrowbeg House, Westport, Co. Mayo F28 W903 FREE - FREE! Limited numbers
BOOKINGS: Brid McAuley at 086 8576425 or Mary Manning 087 2421330 Further information: see www.westportparish.ie
PRAYER FOR WORLD MISSION SUNDAY:Heavenly Father,On this World Mission Sunday, we come before You with grateful hearts, recognizing the call to spread Your love and grace to all corners of the earth. We thank You for the gift of Your Son, Jesus Christ, who showed us the way of compassion and service.Lord, empower us with Your Holy Spirit to be instruments of peace and hope. Inspire our hearts to support and engage in the mission of sharing the Gospel, both near and far. May we be open to Your guidance as we reach out to those in need, offering support to missionaries and communities striving for justice and mercy.Help us to remember that every act of kindness, every word of encouragement, and every prayer offered in Your name contributes to the building of Your Kingdom. May our hearts be united in love, transcending borders and cultures, reflecting the diversity of Your creation.We pray for all missionaries around the world, for their safety, strength, and success in their efforts. May they be filled with joy and perseverance as they share Your message of faith, hope and love.Amen.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:
The Night fever evening is aimed at giving young adults an opportunity to pass on the love of God they have experienced in their own lives to others. They do this by going out in pairs or small groups around the town and inviting others into the church to light a candle. Once there, they gather around the altar and pray before Jesus, present in the Blessed Sacrament. The results can be life changing. If you are interested in volunteering in any capacity no matter what age you are please contact Martin on 085-8727732. Thank you
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