29th Sunday of Ordinary Time (YEAR A)
22nd OCTOBER 2023 – (vol.1, p.711) “Truth is a holy word. It is the basis of all communication. It rejoices in loving others”.
Fr Jame McKarns
| R 1 | Isaiah 45:1, 4-6 | I have taken Cyrus by his right hand to subdue nations before him. |
| Psalm | 95 | Proclaim the wonders of the world among all the peoples. Give the Lord glory and power. |
| R 2 | 1 Thessalonians 1:1-5 | We constantly remember your faith, your love and your hope. |
| Alleluia | Acclaim the Gospel | Alleluia, alleluia! Your word is truth, O Lord, consecrate us in the truth. Alleluia! |
| Gospel | Matthew 22:15-21 | Invite everyone you can to the wedding. |
| REFLECTION | ||
| When Isaiah records this act of Cyrus, he saw him as God’s envoy. The inference, as the Exile came to a close, was that the God of the Jews was the God of the whole world, and that meant all peoples. Paul’s earliest letter was to the Thessalonians. In it he starts off with praise for the community, assuring them that they are always in his prayers. Paul never fails to look for the best in people and here he affirms that their efforts, aided by the Holy Spirit , are indeed recognised. Matthew relates how the over confident Pharisees thought that they had trapped Jesus. Instead he looks beyond the question to their intentions, and outwits the. However, at a deeper level He is challenging us too, as to where our loyalties actually lie – Respect? Comfort? Power? A good holiday? being given by Jesus in this parable. How would we respond, truthfully, to Jesus’ challenge? The truth can be uncomfortable, but liberating. How do we judge what is rightfully due to our Creator God, who loves us abundantly? | ||
SERVICES THIS WEEK
Tuesday Oct 24 09:30 am 29th week in Ordinary Time (vol.2, p.378) (Green)
Thursday Oct 26 0930 am 29th week in Ordinary Time (vol.2, p.382) (Green)
Saturday Oct 28 09:30 am St Jude & St Simon, Apostles (vol.2, p.1242) (Green)
INCOME 15th October 2023
Offertory 113.00
Gift Aid 132.00.
Today’s second (Special Collection) World Day of Prayer for the Missions:- MISSIO SCOTLAND
Votives 56.00 Special Collection next ls 2.00
INCOME 15th October 2023
Offertory 113.00
Gift Aid 132.00.
Today’s second (Special Collection) World Day of Prayer for the Missions:- MISSIO SCOTLAND
Votives 56.00 Special Collection next ls 2.00
We remember all those who have died recently: Roslyn Murphy……. and those whose anniversaries occur at this time, including …… 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: Roslyn Murphy……. and those whose anniversaries occur at this time, including …… Eternal rest give unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen.
The Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network for OCTOBER 2023
For the Synod
We pray for the Church, that she may adopt listening and dialogue as a lifestyle at every level, and allow herself to be guided, by the Holy Spirit, towards the peripheries of the world.
The Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network for OCTOBER 2023
For the Synod
We pray for the Church, that she may adopt listening and dialogue as a lifestyle at every level, and allow herself to be guided, by the Holy Spirit, towards the peripheries of the world.
PARISH
THE SUNDAY CAFÉ IS OPEN. All are welcome to the Sunday Café after Mass. All are encouraged to give donations to cover expenses and help towards charity.
PATRONAL FEAST – ST JUDE 28th October 2023.
Jesus spent the whole night in prayer before deciding on appointing Simon and Jude as two of His apostles. They formed part of the foundation of the early Church. He has wonderful, love filled plans for each one of us. There will be tea in the hall, next Sunday after mass to celebrate his patronage of our parish.
CIRCLE OF FRIENDS CONTINUES this Wednesday evening, 25th October 2023.
The classes, for both children and their parents for Confirmation, take place in the church at 6:30 pm. Every child who is preparing the receive the Sacrament of Confirmation must attend and their representative. The Confirmation Mass will be at 07:00 pm on Monday 30th October 2023, within St Thomas, Riddrie.
POPE FRANCIS CALLS FOR A DAY OF PRAYER & FASTING FOR PEACE ON FRIDAY 27th OCTOBER 2023.
Pope Francis announced a prayer vigil, a day of prayer and fasting for peace and an end to the Israel-Hamas war, inviting all fellow Christians and those of other religions to join together in doing so. Therefore, in a humble spirit of penance, may we ask for peace in our time, peace in our world. May we choose one side, that of peace, not of war.
POPE FRANCIS ASKS FOR OUR CONTINUING PRAYERS to implore the Holy Spirit to guide the Synod in listening to the church, and responding to worries, concerns, experiences and hopes of His Church on Earth.
RIGHT TO LIFE for 29th Sunday in Ord. Time. “Let us pray for fathers and mothers of growing families, that their relations and friends, and the wider community, would rally around them with encouragement, support, friendliness and love. Lord hear us.”
RECEPTION OF COMMUNION FROM THE CHALICE HAS NOW RESUMED.
All are welcome.
DONATIONS TO THE PARISH ARE NOW POSSIBLE, BY QR CODE, USING YOUR PHONE.
Gift Aid from taxpayers lets the parish reclaim from the tax authorities, an extra 25p for every £1 donated.
THE SOCIAL COMMITTEE IS UP AND RUNNING
All welcome. Thanks to those who have already ‘signed up’. A tombola is planned as the first event. All donations are welcome.
CHURCH & CHAPEL HOUSE REPAIR FUND
Parishioners are asked to place their donations in the box, at the back of the church. The water has found even more new points of access. Thank you for the donation of £500.00 from a parishioner.
2024 DIOCESAN MARRIAGE PREPARATION DAYS
Two days are planned for next year.
MARY’S MEALS
Call for your prayers and donations to continue their work around the world, especially in Tigray. https://www.marysmeals.org.uk
SPUC – GLASGOW TORCHLIGHT PROCESSION Please join the procession this Thursday, 26th October 2023, commemorating the sad loss of unborn life – 10 million lives in the UK, since 1967. All are welcome to this solemn and prayerful event, showing the desire to end the catastrophe of abortion.
6:30 pm – Rosary in George Square
7:00 pm – Begin procession to St. Andrew’s Cathedral followed by mass commencing 7:30 pm For more information, email Charlie McCluskey on charliemccluskey@spuc.org.uk, or call 0141 221 2094.
PATRONAL FEAST – ST JUDE 28th October 2023.
Jesus spent the whole night in prayer before deciding on appointing Simon and Jude as two of His apostles. They formed part of the foundation of the early Church. There will be tea in the hall, next Sunday after mass.
NOVEMBER LISTS ARE AVAILABLE.
Please fill up the list, insert in the envelope and deposit it, so that the named Holy Souls can be prayed for in a special way, through the month of November,