THE DVD OF THE CENTENARY MASS
is available now at the Sacristy and the Parochial
House. Featuring: Liturgical Reception of the Papal
Legate, Concelebrated Mass of St Columba, Procession
and Blessing of the Well by Cardinal O’Brien.
The DVD also records some of the people at work in
the preparations in the week leading up to the 9th
June. Cost £10.
BAPTISMS
We welcome: Andie Maud Jones,
4 Rosswater, Maria Nicole Doran, Rooskey, Donegal
and Kenzie Georgia McCaul, 25 Summer Meadows who were
all baptised recently.
REQUIESCANT IN PACE
We extend our sincere sympathy
to the family and friends of
Nell Hegarty, Nazareth
House and
Bridie Meenan, 113
Templegrove. May they rest in peace.
ACCORD – MARRIAGE PREPARATION WORKSHOPS
on 18th/19th September and 23rd/24th October in the
Thornhill Centre. Friday from 7.00pm to 10.00pm and
Saturday from 10.00am to 4.00pm. Booking forms available
from the Pastoral Centre or telephone 7136 2475.
MUSIC FOR SUMMER MASSES
As the choirs take a well deserved break for July
and August, we would like to offer the opportunity
to other singers and instrumentalists to lead the
music at Sunday Masses for the next two months. Can
you sing or play an instrument? If you are aged 16-18
you could allocate the Masses served towards receiving
the Pope John Paul II Award (www.thepopejohnpauliiaward.com).
Would you be willing to give your time and talent
on a voluntary basis to enhance the liturgy this Summer
or for some Sundays of the Summer? Please give your
name and contact details to the Sacristy or the Parochial
House.
“GENERATION CATHOLIC” will
be a vibrant gathering of young people in St Columb’s
Hall for a Sunday evening of prayer, coffee and concert.
Led by The Bronx Brothers from New York and L’Angelus
from Louisiana, it will be a powerful event. Orchard
Street entrance, Little Theatre, today, Sunday at
8.00pm Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, 9.00pm
Refreshments, 9.30pm Concert of contemporary Catholic
music with full live band on stage. Calling all young
people. Admission free. Be there!
VISITATION OF HOUSEBOUND
Fr Colhoun will visit the sick in his care this week,
Thursday/Friday, 9th/10th July.
INTERESTED IN DEVELOPING YOUR FAITH A LITTLE
MORE? Thornhill Centre has a number of short
and long courses starting in October and November
2009: Pastoral Ministry: ‘There are a Variety
of Gifts.’ Liturgy: ‘Foundations in Liturgy’.
Scripture: ‘Saint Luke.’ Aspects of Faith:
‘So What Should We Teach Them?’ Personal
Development: ‘Dreams Workshop.’ For details
contact Thornhill Centre at 7135 1233.
ST CECILIA’S COLLEGE
It is unlikely that St Cecilia’s College will
be able to enrol any external candidates in their
Sixth Form this September. However, if you would like
to remain enrolled in your own school but attend classes
in Performing Arts at St Cecilia’s there will
be vacancies in the following A level subjects: Journalism/
Media, Music, Dance, Drama, Moving Image Art, Art.
If you require any further information please phone
St Cecilia’s on 71 281 800 and talk to Ms Bartley.
KNOCK SUMMER YOUTH FESTIVAL
This year’s festival will take place from
July 23rd-26th and is for those aged 18-35. The festival
will include inspiring talks, workshops, a reconciliation
and healing service, mime, drama, dancing, music and
lots of free time. The theme is 'You are the light
of the world' and the weekend will have a variety
of guest speakers. The weekend costs €70 and
this includes meals and accommodation. There is some
transport available from the diocese. If you would
like more information contact the Catechetical Centre
on 7126 4087 or book online at www.knock-shrine.ie/youthfestival
APA (AIDS PARTNERSHIP AFRICA) Derry
Committee would like to thank you for your support
for our recent Quiz night held in the Derby Bar. The
total of £461 was raised.
THANKS
We would like thank everyone who supported the Céili
in St Columb’s Hall on 26 June 2009. Despite
the limited space and tropical temperatures an enjoyable
evening was had by all! Anyone interested in learning/improving
their Céili dancing skills are more than welcome
to attend weekly classes in the AOH, Foyle Street
on Monday nights from 9.00pm to 11.00pm.
YOUTH 2000 SUMMER FESTIVAL in Clonmacnois
from 13th to 16th Aug 2009. For young people age 16-35,
an opportunity not to be missed to experience the
Catholic Faith and meet new friends. Bishop Frank
Caggiano, Vicar of Evangelisation in the Diocese of
Brooklyn will be the main speaker. Donation only.
Free buses available from around Northern Ireland.
For more information, contact 079 2909 5820 or check
website www.youth2000.ie.
LONG TOWER YOUTH CLUB’S “GOT
TALENT VARIETY SHOW” today, Sunday
at 7.30pm in Youth Club, Ann Street. Tickets priced
£3 are available from the Youth Club or you
can pay at the door.
DOIRE COLMCILLE CLG SUMMER CAMP
is being held from Monday 6th July to Friday 10th
July from 11.00am to 1.00pm for children between 6
to 12 yrs old (bring your own water bottle) at St
Columb’s College. All welcome (beginners and
improvers). Fee for the week is £5.00 Contact
Matt: 077 1148 6537.
SEAN DAVIS JULY 4 DAY OUTDOOR “FUN”
SOCCER ACADEMY takes place at Templemore
Sports Complex from 7th to 10th July for boys and
girls aged 5-17 years. Contact Sean Davis on 7126
3044.
CHILDREN IN CROSSFIRE have two places
left for 2009 NY Marathon on Nov 1st 2009. For more
info contact John Ryan on 7126 9898.
LONG TOWER YOUTH CLUB SUMMER SCHEME
Monday to Thursday from 11.00am to 1.00pm for children
aged between 5 and 11years. Arts, crafts, swimming
and much more. If interested please ring 7126 4012.
ST COLUMB’S HALL
BINGO continues
every Sunday night in St Columb’s Hall from
8.30pm.
ST COLUMB’S HALL available
to rent for functions, conferences, meetings etc.
Please contact Mrs Oonagh Robinson on 7126 2301 for
information regarding bookings.
LAST WEEK’S ENVELOPE
COLLECTION £1771.00
LAST WEEK’S RENOVATION
COLLECTION £ 705.00
WE GRATEFULLY ACKNOWLEDGE
THE ANONYMOUS DONATIONS TO THE RESTORATION FUND: £5,
£5, €5, £20, £50, £5,
£50, £160, £200
