5^th MARCH 2023

THE SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT (YEAR A) (p.505)

5^th MARCH 2023 – THE TRANSFIGURATION OF THE LORD

At the Transfiguration of Christ God spoke directly to Peter, James and John, up on the mountain . He said: “For this is my Son, the Beloved ….  Listen to Him.”                                                                                                                          

R 1	Genesis 12:1-4	All the tribes of the earth shall bless themselves by you.
Psalm	32	May your love be upon us, O Lord, as we place all our hope in you.
R 2	2 Timothy 1:8-10	God calls and enlightens us.
Acclaim	The Gospel	Praise to you, O Christ, King of eternal glory (2)                                                                 The Father’s voice was heard from the cloud. “This is my Son, the beloved, listen to him, listen to him.
Gospel	Matthew 17:1-9	The Transfiguration – His face shone like the sun.

Reflect:               Peter, James and John are led by Jesus up the mountain. Moses and Elijah were used to meeting God, whose face shone like the sun, up mountains. When they join Him, Jesus is transfigured, and that Heavenly Light unveils His Divinity to his apostles.  When His Father confirms from the Cloud that Jesus is His Beloved Son, the apostles are left dumbstruck. How would you react?            __________________________________________________________________________________

SERVICES THIS WEEK

Tuesday Mar 7 9:30 am St Cyril & St Methodius (vol.1, p.232) (Violet)

Thursday Mar 9 9:30 am (vol.1, p.236) (Violet)

Friday Mar 3 7:00 pm Stations of the Cross

Saturday Mar 4 9:30 am (vol.1, p.241) (Violet) 

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.

INCOME 26 Feb

Gift Aid 125.00                             Offertory 235.00                     Lenten Alms 105.00                                Votives 147.00                        Hall Fees   13.00                  Pancake Party   50.00                                      St Anthony’s   15.00                                  Holy Souls     5.00

The second collection is being taken up for Sick and Retired Priests.

INCOME 26 Feb

Gift Aid 125.00                             Offertory 235.00                     Lenten Alms 105.00                                Votives 147.00                        Hall Fees   13.00                  Pancake Party   50.00                                      St Anthony’s   15.00                                  Holy Souls     5.00

The second collection is being taken up for Sick and Retired Priests.

We remember all those who have died recently, including Boni Koua Sylvain; and all those whose anniversaries occur at this time – Gerard Kerr & Theresa Maduka. 

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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, including Boni Koua Sylvain; and all those whose anniversaries occur at this time – Gerard Kerr & Theresa Maduka. 

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Eternal rest give unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen.

THE WORLD DAY OF PRAYER 2023 event held within Greyfriars Church on Friday afternoon concentrated on the Christian minority’s experiences in Taiwan. It gave plenty of food for thought. Minister Alistair McLachlan helped focus the attention of those who attended.

THE WORLD DAY OF PRAYER 2023 event held within Greyfriars Church on Friday afternoon concentrated on the Christian minority’s experiences in Taiwan. It gave plenty of food for thought. Minister Alistair McLachlan helped focus the attention of those who attended.

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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.                                                             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.                                                             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.                                

PRAYERS ARE ASKED FOR THE SUCCESS OF SCIAF PROJECTS and a successful Wee Box appeal, this year  for the Democratic Republic of Congo. 

RIGHT TO LIFE for this Second Sunday of Lent:                            Let us pray for the grace to see God’s glory in our encounters with those on both ends of life’s spectrum, including infants and children, and the elderly, as well as those who care for them. 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.

MARRIAGE PREPARATION DAYS early 2023               The next preparation day have been arranged for                  Saturday 22^nd April at St Dominic’s, Bishopbriggs

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 are promoting their ‘From Dalmally to Malawi Challenge’ sponsored walk. https://www.marysmeals.org.uk/campaigns/from-dalmally-to-malawi-sign-up?Lent.

LENTEN TALKS exploring four Lenten Gospels of John, continue on the 7^th, 14^th, 21^st & 28^th March in Lent, at 7:00 pm, within The Immaculate Conception Church Hall, 2049 Maryhill Road, G20 0AA.  Refreshments provided. Similar talks being held in St Andrew’s Bearsden, on Thursdays during March.

A DAY OF CONFESSIONS will be held in the Cathedral on FRI 31^st 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. Will be held at St. Brendan’s Church, 187 Kelso St. Glasgow G13 4BH from FRI 10th March 10:00 am – 4:30 pm. SAT 11^th 4:00 pm – 7:30 pm. SUN 12^th 10:00 am – 6:00 pm. Talks, Adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament and blessing with the relics led by the Blessed Sacrament Fathers. Details on the parish website and Facebook pages or phone 0141 560 6948.

Aifreann Gaeilge/ MASS IN IRISH
SUN 12^th March at 2:00 pm Blessed John Dun Scotus Church, 270 Ballater St, G5 0YT. Organised by Conradh na Gaeilge Glaschú (The Gaelic League) Sandwiches & Tea & Coffee & Biscuits in the hall afterwards.