THE THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT (YEAR A) (p.259)
12th MARCH 2023 – THE SAMARITAN WOMAN AT THE WELL
May our eyes be opened to the great value of the Sacraments, and especially, today, that of Baptism, the gateway to the rest. May we yearn to drink forever of the waters of eternal life, in the presence of our Saviour and King.
| R 1 | Exodus 17:3-7 | Strike the rock, and water will flow from it. |
| Psalm | 94 | Listen to the voice of God, harden not your hearts. |
| R 2 | Romans 5:1-2,5-8 | The love of God has been poured into our hearts. |
| Acclaim | The Gospel | Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God (2) Lord, you really are the Saviour, the Saviour of the world, Give me the living water that I may never thirst |
| Gospel | John 4:5-42 | A spring of water welling up to eternal life |
Reflect: The Samaritan woman refuses to be teased by Jesus, giving as good as she gets. And in the process uncovers the unquestioned truth that He is the Messiah. Leaving her needed, precious water behind she ran off to share her good news with villagers who were not the best of neighbours in the way they treated her. How would we react if Jesus was as open with us as he was to this unnamed woman? __________________________________________________________________________________
SERVICES THIS WEEK
Tuesday Mar 14 9:30 am St Cyril & St Methodius (vol.1, p.264) (Violet)
Thursday Mar 16 9:30 am (vol.1, p.268) (Violet)
Friday Mar 17 7:00 pm Stations of the Cross [Feast of St Patrick]
Saturday Mar 18 9:30 am (vol.1, p.273) (Violet)
INCOME 05 Mar
Gift Aid 170.00 Offertory 230.50 Lenten Alms 114.50 Votives 147.00 Hall Fees 13.75 Stall 10.00 St Anthony’s 15.00 Holy Souls 5.00
The second collection is for our Sick and Retired priests.
INCOME 05 Mar
Gift Aid 170.00 Offertory 230.50 Lenten Alms 114.50 Votives 147.00 Hall Fees 13.75 Stall 10.00 St Anthony’s 15.00 Holy Souls 5.00
The second collection is for our Sick and Retired priests.
The Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network MAR 2023
For victims of abuse
We pray for those who have suffered harm from members of the Church; may they find within the Church herself a concrete response to their pain and suffering.
The Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network MAR 2023
For victims of abuse
We pray for those who have suffered harm from members of the Church; may they find within the Church herself a concrete response to their pain and suffering.
We remember all those who have died recently; and all those whose anniversaries occur at this time – Eileen Mooney, Theresa Kerr & Gerard Kerr.
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Eternal rest give unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen.
We remember all those who have died recently; and all those whose anniversaries occur at this time – Eileen Mooney, Theresa Kerr & Gerard Kerr.
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Eternal rest give unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen.
MAKE YOUR LENT HOLY THIS YEAR
Stations of the Cross continue at 7:00pm on each Fridays during Lent. See poster on main noticeboard in the porch. Volunteers are sought for the remaining slot(s).
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PARISH
PARISH JUSTICE & PEACE LENTEN CAMPAIGN The appeal attempts to cover three out of many crises competing for our attention. In partnership with the DEC (Disasters Emergency Committee) we have a split donation box at the back of the church. Please help the chart pillars rise Afghanistan with 5.9 million suffering from famine. Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal with millions suffering lack of fuel, heat, shelter due to the war deliberately damaging civilian infrastructure. The Pakistan Floods Appeal effects 33 million people, their house and crops Prayer and our donations can do their bit to help.
PARISH JUSTICE & PEACE LENTEN CAMPAIGN The appeal attempts to cover three out of many crises competing for our attention. In partnership with the DEC (Disasters Emergency Committee) we have a split donation box at the back of the church. Please help the chart pillars rise Afghanistan with 5.9 million suffering from famine. Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal with millions suffering lack of fuel, heat, shelter due to the war deliberately damaging civilian infrastructure. The Pakistan Floods Appeal effects 33 million people, their house and crops Prayer and our donations can do their bit to help.
THE SUNDAY CAFÉ
Come along to the Sunday Café after Mass. Donations of £1.00 for an adult, and 50p for a child enable support to charities.
THOUGHT FOR PROLIFE ‘May every human person, from conception to natural death, be recognised as precious and beloved in the eyes of the Lord.
PRAYERS ARE ASKED FOR THE SUCCESS OF SCIAF PROJECTS and a successful Wee Box appeal, this year
RIGHT TO LIFE for this 3rd Sunday of Lent: “Let us pray for new parents and grandparents, that they may manifest the love and mercy of God to their children and grandchildren. Lord hear us.
RCAG YOUTH: WALK WITH US TO LISBON invites participation through sponsored walks to fundraise for the pilgrimage to World Youth Day in Lisbon. See packs on www.walkwithustolisbon.co.uk.
AIFREANN GHAIDHLIG AGUS SLIGHE NA CROISE (Gaelic Mass & Stations of the Cross) will be held in the University Chaplaincy, Turnbull Hall, 15 Southpark Terrace (opposite Hillhead High School) on WED 15th March. Stations at 7:00 pm, mass following at 7:30 pm. Celebrant Fr Ross Crichton, Tea and refreshments after mass. All invited.
THE IGNATIAN SPIRITUALITY CENTRE is running an online Lenten retreat, providing a free app and booklets to those who would like them. Retreat details can be viewed at https://www.iscglasgow.co.uk/ent23.html.
GOING THE EXTRA MILE: Mary’s Meals continue to promote their ‘From Dalmally to Malawi Challenge’ sponsored walk. https://www.marysmeals.org.uk/campaigns/from-dalmally-to-malawi-sign-up?Lent.
LENTEN TUESDAY TALKS exploring four Lenten Gospels of John, continue on the 14th, 21st & 28th March in Lent, at 7:00 pm, within The Immaculate Conception Church Hall, 2049 Maryhill Road, G20 0AA. Refreshments provided.
LENTEN TALKS will also be held at St Andrew’s Bearsden, on Thursdays in March. See poster
A DAY OF CONFESSIONS will be held in the Cathedral on FRI 31st MAR between 9:00 am and 5:15 pm.
ANNUAL PRAYER VIGIL FOR MOTHERS & UNBORN will be held outside the side entrance of Queen Elizabeth University Hospital from 08:00 am till 8:00 pm. Support the right to pray. See poster(s).
EXHIBITION OF THE EUCHARISTIC MIRACLES COLLATED & DOCUMENTED BY BLESSED CARLO ACUTIS continues at St. Brendan’s Church, 187 Kelso St. Glasgow G13 4BH today, SUN 12th March. There will be talks, Adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament and blessing with the relics led by the Blessed Sacrament Fathers. Between 10am and 6pm. Full details on the parish website and Facebook pages or phone 0141 560 6948.
MARRIAGE PREPARATION DAYS early 2023
The next preparation day have been arranged for Saturday 22nd April at St Dominic’s, Bishopbriggs