21st November 2010 Feast of Christ the King. Assumption, The Heath Assumption, The Heath Assumption, The Heath Assumption, The Heath Scoil Bhrid, Knockmay Saturday: 6:15pm Parish Church Saturday: 7:30pm Sunday: 8:30am 10:00am, 11:15am & 12:30pm Daily Mass Parish Church 7.30am, & 10am. Parish Radio 106.5fm Holy Cross, Ratheniska Holy Cross, Ratheniska Holy Cross, Ratheniska Holy Cross, Ratheniska Sunday 10am Sunday 9:30am Sunday Masses Portlaoise Parish www.portlaoiseparish.ie Diocesan Website: www.kandle.ie Priests of the Parish Msgr. John Byrne P.P. 057 8692153 Fr. Paul Fitzpatrick C.C. 057 8621671 Fr. Joe O’Neill C.C. 057 8661139 Fr. Kevin Walsh C.C. 057 8661605 Fr. Peter Uzochukwu C.C. 057 8622301 Fr. Tom O’Connor P.E. (Parish Chaplain) Sue Ryder, Kilminchy Priest on Duty 057 8621364 St. Peter & Paul’s Church Picture a Kingdom Picture a kingdom where the power of bayonets, bullets and bombs was replaced by the power of empathy and forgiveness. Picture a kingdom where instead of the rich and influential getting their say, everyone was treated equally, a kingdom where violence racism and inequality didn’t exist. Imagine a kingdom where world leaders sought to serve. Picture a kingdom in which we were all valued and loved. The metaphor of Christ as a ‘king’ is a slightly uneasy one in our twenty first century Republic. Our lives are filled with so many instances of the abuse of power that royal imagery seems best forgotten. It’s important to explain that Jesus’ style of leadership differs hugely from own experiences Jesus exercised authority not by wielding power, but by showing mercy. Jesus never seeks to rule or dominate, rather he seeks to serve and lead by example. Jesus never seeks to rule by causing conflict or division, rather he seeks to unify the world by promoting understanding, tolerance, justice, sharing and peace. The good news is that we don’t have to sit around waiting for the fulfilment of Jesus’ vision, we can start right here and now. We begin realising Jesus’ vision every time we exercise forgiveness and mercy, every time we respond to need, every time we act in the interest of others. Picture a king who trades a throne for a cross, and a crown of jewels for a crown of thorns. It might be a mystery to non believes but this is God’s Kingdom. Mass Times for the coming week: Monday to Friday 7.30am, 10am and 7.30pm Saturday 10:00am. Thought for today! Thought for today! Thought for today! Thought for today! Before you speak, ask yourself, is it kind, is it necessary, is it true, does it improve on the silence? -Sai Baba
Transcript
21st November 2010
Feast of Christ the King.
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Picture a Kingdom Picture a kingdom where the power of bayonets, bullets and bombs was replaced by the power of empathy and forgiveness. Picture a kingdom where instead of the rich and influential getting their say, everyone was treated equally, a kingdom where violence racism and inequality didn’t exist. Imagine a kingdom where world leaders sought to serve. Picture a kingdom in which we were all valued and loved.
The metaphor of Christ as a ‘king’ is a slightly uneasy one in our twenty first century Republic. Our lives are filled with so many instances of the abuse of power that royal imagery seems best forgotten. It’s important to explain that Jesus’ style of leadership differs hugely from own experiences Jesus exercised authority not by wielding power, but by showing mercy.
Jesus never seeks to rule or dominate, rather he seeks to serve and lead by example. Jesus never seeks to rule by causing conflict or division, rather he seeks to unify the world by promoting understanding, tolerance, justice, sharing and peace.
The good news is that we don’t have to sit around waiting for the fulfilment of Jesus’ vision, we can start right here and now. We begin realising Jesus’ vision every time we exercise forgiveness and mercy, every time we respond to need, every time we act in the interest of others.
Picture a king who trades a throne for a cross, and a crown of jewels for a crown of thorns. It might be a mystery to non believes but this is God’s Kingdom.
Mass Times for the coming week:
Monday to Friday 7.30am, 10am and 7.30pm
Saturday 10:00am.
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In the Gospel
Today I am going to tell you a story about a king. As you know, a king usually
wears a crown made of gold, silver, and precious jewels. The king in our story
wore a different kind of crown. This is the story of "King Backward." Once upon
a time, a long time ago, there lived a King. He was no ordinary king. He was
different from other kings because He did everything Backward from the way
other kings did them. From the very day he was born, you could tell that this king was going to be different. Most kings
are usually born in a palace, but this king was born in a stable surrounded by donkeys, sheep and cows. It wasn't a very
big beginning for a king. In fact, very few people even knew that a king had been born. Only a handful of shepherds and
three wise men got the word that a king had been born. As the infant king grew into a man, he continued to be different
from other kings. While most kings spent all of their time building up riches of silver, gold, and jewels, this king owned
nothing at all. And while most kings surrounded themselves with servants, He chose to be a servant. He could often be
found helping others. As time went on, people became very unhappy with their King because He just didn't act the way
that they thought a king should act. Instead of riding into town on a big white horse the way other kings usually did, their
king rode into town on the back of a donkey. Was that any way for a king to act? And the people He chose to be his
friends! His closest friends were a bunch of smelly fishermen and He could often be seen visiting with the poor and eating
with sinners. Finally the people decided that they had put up with this King long enough. If He couldn't act the way a
king should act, then they didn't want Him to be their king any more. They made a plan to have Him arrested and thrown
into prison. Their plan worked. When the day came for his trial, the King stood before the people. Instead of shouting
"Hail to the King, Long live the King!" they shouted, "Crucify Him! He is not our king! Crucify Him!." So they crucified the
King. They nailed Him to a cross; they put a crown made of thorns on his head; they poked Him with sharp sticks and
made fun of Him. What a way for a king to die! After He was crucified, they took His body and put it in a borrowed
tomb. Wait, that isn't the end of the story. Remember ... this King was different! King Backward rose from the grave to
live forever. Now, instead of being the Backward King, He is the Forever King. He is the King to anyone who chooses Him
to be their King. Oh, there are still some people who call Him "King Backward," but those who know Him don't call Him
that ... they call him King Jesus! Jesus wants to be your king too, and if you choose Him to be your King, you
will live happily forever, and forever after!
My PrayerMy PrayerMy PrayerMy Prayer Dear Jesus, today we crown you King and
Lord of our life. Amen
Jesus Jesus Jesus Jesus ReignsReignsReignsReigns
Tick the rules Jesus has given us.
♦ Love one another ♦ Be unkind ♦ Put God first ♦ Steal things you like ♦ Help other people
Family MassFamily MassFamily MassFamily Mass
When: Every Sunday at 11:15am Mass.
Where: Parish Church, Portlaoise
Who: All welcome.
Details: The Mass will be more ‘child friendly’ with readings in simpler form. Play and Pray (for junior, senior and first class pupils) will also take place at this Mass. Children preparing to receive Sacraments of Penance and Communion are invited to attend this Mass each week.
King Backward Crossword CRUCIFY
SAVE
PARADISE
FEAR
GOD
KING
CRIMINAL
MESSIAH
ACROSS
3. A place of peace and rest; sometimes
used to describe Heaven.
5. To rescue someone from harm.
6. A male ruler; opposite of queen.
8. A person guilty of a crime.
DOWN 1. To kill by nailing to a cross. 2. The promised Saviour sent from God. 4. To be afraid of something. 7. The creator and ruler of the Universe.
King Backward Wordsearch
Skull Save
Remember Paradise
Left Crucified
King Right
Wine
Chosen
Criminal
Vinegar
Soldiers
Forgive
Messiah
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21st November21st November21st November21st November
Feast of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Feast of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Feast of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Feast of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
This feast is one of those that honours Mary, mother of Jesus and dates
from early times in the Church. It is widely accepted that Mary would not
have been Presented in the Temple, a ritual preserved for the first born
male in a Jewish family. The historical accuracy of the story of Mary’s
Presentation is not at all important. What is important for us is that from
earliest times in the Church Mary’s special place, as mother of Jesus was
recognised and celebrated. This year, as the 21st falls on a Sunday, in Liturgical celebrations the
We congratulate Portlaoise Gospel Choir who launched their first CD this weekend in the
Parish Centre after the Saturday 7:30pm Mass at which they sang. The CD, with its 11 tracks of their inspirational music and song, will make an ideal Christmas gift and is currently on sale
in the Parish Book Shop.
The Gospel Choir will perform on Annemarie Kelly’s Show on Midlands Radio 3 at 9am on Wed. 24th November. We wish them well.
Liam McGrath F.C.C.A., A.I.T.I.: A member of The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants & The Irish Taxation Institute.
REMEMBERING OUR FAITHFUL DEPARTED Graveside Lanterns are a popular memorial gift for prayer to remember loved ones that have passed away and gone to eternal life.
All present members please attend. New members welcome.
Christmas Flower Demonstration and Workshop Evenings.
30th Nov. & 7th Dec. at All Occasions Florists,
Clonminam Ind. Est. Portlaoise. Learn how to make your own decorations, you'll take home
two items per night. Call for more information 057-8663433.
Excellent value at only €50 per
night. Book early. Places limited.
RELIGIOUS NOTICES Months Mind Mass Gertie Murphy will be celebrated in the Parish Church on Tuesday 23rd November at 7.30pm. Months Mind Mass for Joseph Dom Lawless will be celebrated in the Parish Church on the 4th December at 7:30pm. Rosary will be prayed at the Grotto Sunday 21st November for the feast of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Advent Scr iptu re Meet ings : Commencing 23rd Nov. at 8pm for four weeks at the residence of Frank & Pat Conroy, Colliers Lane. Mon. 29th Nov. at 8pm in St. Brigid's Community Centre. Tues. 30th Nov. at 7:30pm in O’ Moore Place Community Centre for four weeks. Mass for deceased members of the retired nurses and carers club will be celebrated in the Daycare Centre at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd November. Annual Christmas Dinner on 13th December at 3pm. All welcome. Night Vigil Knock Shrine: Tuesday 7th December. Leaving Lyster Square 7:30pm, seats must be booked. Contact Maura on 086-3344722 or 057-8621291/ 8661601. Bus to Clonfert for a Day of Prayer and Healing on Saturday 27th Nov. Bus leaving Athy at 8am, Ballylinan 8:15am, Stradbally 8:30am, Portlaoise 8:45am, Mountrath at 9am. Contact Eileen 059-8625215 / 059-8625902. Night Vigil to Knock on Tuesday 7th December, Eve of the Immaculate Conception. Bus leaves Athy 5:30pm, Ballylinan 5:45pm, Stradbally 6:00pm, Portlaoise 6:15pm. Contact Annie O’ Neill 057-8625323. Booking Essential. All Welcome. Day of Healing & Prayer Wed. 24th November in Clonfert: Bus leaving Sue Ryder Centre 9:20am, picks up in the Church car park at 9:30am. Tickets €15 available in the Parish Centre. Please bring packet lunch. Contact 085 - 7126537. Portlaoise Prayer Group: Meeting every Wednesday evening at 8.15pm in the Parish Centre. Eucharistic Adoration: Every Monday to Saturday in the Parish Church commencing after 10am Mass and concluding with the Rosary at 7pm, Sunday commencing at 2pm and concluding with rosary at 7pm.
USEFUL SERVICES Maths Grinds Available: Contact Nicholas on 086 - 8521879. German Grinds Available: German native speaking woman (currently leading the Play & Pray Group) available for German grinds. Fully qualified teacher. Contact Christina on 057-8680317. Cleaning Service Available: Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning, also timber and tiled floors cleaned and polished. Contact: 087-2441590. Caroline’s Holistics: M.N.R.R.I, Reflexology, Indian Head Massage, Hopi Ear Candle Treatment & Pedicure. All treatments one hour costing €30. Contact: 086 - 4055618 (Abbeyleix Area).
Old Cars & Other Scrap Removed for free: Contact: 085 - 1597659. Sean Doyle Light Engineering - Granstown, Ballacolla, Co. Laois. Tel: 057-8734089 / 087-2068972: Clothes Line Poles, Bicycle Stands, Strong Steel Rotary Clotheslines, Winders & Pulleys for old lines etc. Flowers for Christmas: Stradbally Flower & Garden Club present Helen Lucas (A.O.I.F.A) on Wednesday 1st Dec. at 8pm in St. Josephs Hall, Stradbally, supper served. Adm. €10.
FOR SALE SECTION For Sale: Traditional Style Cast Iron Gas Stove, no insulation required, Portlaoise town. Contact: 0879730897.
COMMUNITY NOTICES Gorta, 5 Kelton House, Portlaoise: Donations of the following items would be much appreciated: Ladies, Mens, Children’s Clothing, Books, Curtains Bed Linen, Shoes, Ornaments, Gift Sets & small Furniture. All items must be clean and in good condition. Open Mon. to Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact Liz on (057) 8622966. Ardara Hill Walking Club Schedule of walks for November 2010: 28th November: There will be a Grand Canal Walk - Tullamore to Pullagh ‘B’ grade walk (12 mls/5 hrs), meeting at Tullamore Railway Station at 1:00pm. For further information contact Michael McGrath 086-3762176 Bus details for Canal Walk on 28th Nov. Birr 11:45am, Kilcormac 12 noon Clonaslee 12:15pm, Mountmellick 12:30pm. Cost €5 for all walkers to include bus Pullagh-Tullamore. Wear hill walking waterproof footwear. Visit www.ardarahi l lwalk ing.com for the 2010 calendar of walks. Music By Candlelight in Aid of Midlands Region 'Living Links' who provide support to the suicide bereaved: 11th December 2010 in St. Bridged Church Rosenallis at 8pm. Performances by Melissa Young, Orlaith Murphy, Gerry Gorman and Children's Choir. Tickets €10 each or Family Ticket (2 Adults & 2 Children) for €20. To purchase tickets please contact Melissa on 087 - 6639853. Amen: Support Service for Male Victims of Domestic Abuse. Emotional Support Group Meetings wi l l recommence on Tuesday October 5th at 8pm in Amen, St. Anne’s Resource Centre, Railway Street, Navan, Co. Meath. For Further Information Contact: 046 - 9023718. Free Parents Association Training: Wednesday 1st December, 8-10pm at St. Patrick's Hall, Ballacolla. All parents of primary school children welcome. Please confirm attendance by email to [email protected] or by phone/text to 086-2050258. Concern Table Quiz in support of the Concern Christmas Fast Collection will be held in the Mel l ick Inn, Mountmellick on Wednesday 24th Nov. at 9pm. Please Support. St. Vincent de Paul Confidential Phone Line: If you require our help please contact us on 087-7655793 in total confidence.
Family Support Group: Supporting people living with Addiction in Laois. Venue - Grattan St., Mountrath Rd., Portlaoise. Time: 7:30pm - 9:30pm Thursdays. Freephone 1800-30-31-37 or contact Bernie on 087 - 2995793. This is a free and confidential service. The Link Centre in St Fintan's offers a day facility for clients within the Laois/Offaly Rehab/Recovery Services. As part of their daily programme in the Link Centre, clients are engaged in a number of activities including craftwork and we are taking the opportunity to display and sell some of their work on the afternoon of Nov. 24th in the Parish Centre. A number of our clients will be involved in organising this event and also in managing the event on the day. We would greatly appreciate your support in this venture and look forward to meeting you on the day. For further information please contact staff at the Link Centre 057-8696932. Portlaoise Basketball Club: Training for Boys Basketball is held every week in St. Mary’s Sports Hall Portlaoise; Monday 5pm-6pm for 3rd & 4th Class Boy’s Basketball. Tuesday 5pm-6pm for 5th & 6th Class Boys’ Basketball. Advent Coffee Morning with Christmas Crafts & Home Baking. Thursday 2nd December from 10.30am-12.30pm in the Parochial Hall, Station Road, Portlaoise. All proceeds to the restoration fund of St. Peter’s Church, Market Square. 5th Annual Multi-Denomination Prayer Service in Remembrance of all Miscarried babies, Stillborn babies and Children who have died, will be held in St Joseph’s Church, Mountmellick, on Sunday the 28th of November at 3pm. All are welcome to attend this special service. Tea and coffee will be provided after the service in the Convent extension next door to the Church. Abbeyleix Golf Club in Conjunction with the Alzheimer's Society are hosting a Flower Demonstration by Lawlors Florist Durrow in the Abbeyleix Golf Club on Thursday 25th of November at 8pm. Tickets only €10 available from Elizabeth O Hara, 057-8730643 / 086 3688678 or the Golf Club, 057-8731450. Emo Toddler Group will restart on Tuesday November 23rd from 9am to noon. All babies & toddlers welcome. Please bring an adult with you. For further details contact Theresa on 086 – 1590529.
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Hair Salon Shaen Portlaoise.
Appointments anytime.
087 - 1278409 ALSO VIBROPLATES
€30 for 10 sessions. Available anytime.
MOUNTRATH CHRISTMAS
FAIR
St. Fintan’s Hall Mountrath Saturday
27th November from
10am - 5pm. Contact
087-4162377 086-4002140
Annual Concern Christmas Fast Collection 25th, 26th & 27th November Donations can be paid directly to Sheila Duff 057-8681739 or Helen Corbet
057-8622609 or lodged in the Portlaoise Christmas Fast Account in the
Bank of Ireland, Sort Code 90-18-88, Account No. 85637501
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
Renovation work, extensions, new builds, tiling, timber
flooring, painting & decorating, cabinet fitting, furniture assembly, garden fencing, paving. No job too big or too
small! C2 registered. For a free quotation, please
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086-3806989
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FOR SALE Potatoes, Queens €3 per
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Records 10kg bags, also by
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OLD TIME
DANCING AT
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Every Monday night
Doors open at 9pm
Tea & Biscuits at the
interval. Music this
week by Noely.
50+ Active Age Group: New Members to club always welcome. Contact 057 - 8620420 or 057 - 8621571. Art Classes continue Tuesdays from 2pm-4pm in the Parish Centre. Bowls every Monday at 2pm in the Leisure Centre, €5 incl. Tea/Scone. Tir náOg Choir forming for Christmas charity events. Director: Catherine Quigley. Please give your names to Nancy Bracken. Please support. Wed. 24th Nov.: Who wants to be a Millionaire. If you would like to enter a team, 3 people plus phone a friend, please give your names to Trudy. Accord, located in the Parish Centre Portlaoise offer Marriage and Relationship Counselling in a Safe, Professional and Confidential way, facilitating Couples and Individuals to Explore, Reflect and Resolve difficulties in their Marriages or Relationships. For an appointment, Call: 057-8661581. DANA in Concert: Friday 26th November in St. Fiacc’s Hall, Graiguecullen in aid of Carlow County Hospice. Tickets are on sale now in the Parish Office Graiguecullen at the Cost of €20. Sue Ryder Shop: Donations always welcome of ladies & gents good quality clothing, shoes, bric-a-brac, jewellery, gift sets, Curtains, household appliances, unwanted presents, bed linen, blankets, furniture etc. Queries to Marguerite at 057 - 8672506. Meditation Classes: Learn to meditate, combat stress, focus the mind, awaken the spirit and begin to feel open and accept life and it’s lessons of the self. Wednesday evenings from 7:30pm - 8:30pm in Portlaoise Parish Centre. Contact Claire Healy 086-8679056 or James Khan 085-7277045 for details. Chorus of Choirs in aid of Acorn Outreach Mountmellick in Mountmellick Community Arts Centre on Wednesday 8th December at 8pm. Portlaoise Gospel Choir, Scoil Phadraig Naofa Mountmellick, Gael Scoil Thromaire and special guest Damien Bowe. M.C. Kevin Lawlor Fitzpatrick. Tickets €10 available at the door or contact 087-2577721 / 087-2577713. Heywood Community School Monster Table Quiz in aid of Heywood Community School Sports Complex on Friday 26th November 2010 at 8pm in Heywood Sports Hall. Table of 5 €10 per person / €50 per table. Refreshments will be served. Spot Prizes. Please support. Carlow Choral Society & Kilkenny Choir will perform Vaughan Williams Mass and Faure's Requiem in Carlow Cathedral this Sunday November 21st at 4pm. Tickets €20/€15 All welcome. Fógra ó Ghaelscoil Phortlaoise: ‘Sé an sprioc-dáta le do pháiste a chlárú sa Ghaelscoil 2010/2011 ná Ceadaoin, an 1ú la de Mhí na Nollag. Gaelscoil Phortlaoise wish to remind parents that the enrolment deadline for the school year 2010/2011 falls on Wed. December 1st. Please note that our registration forms with enrolment policy, are freely available from the school office.
BLADES HAIR DESIGN
Now doing nails. Call 085-1493980 for appointments. Special Offers for November!
The Lions Club Christmas Tree Sale
Will take place in
The Macra Hall, New Road.
From
Saturday 4th December
Until Christmas Weekdays 11-5, Sat 10-5, Sun 2-5
Trees €40. The Lions Club wish
to thank all those who have
supported them over the years.
PILGRIMAGE TO FATIMA 9th - 16th June 2011
7 Nights departing from Dublin Hotel Avenida
€729 per person sharing Insurance €25 if required and Single Room Supplement
€25 per night. Spiritual Director Fr. Jack Walsh
Further Information from Maura O’ Brien
057-8661601 / 086-3344722
OIL BOILER SERVICE Carbon Monoxide Testing, Carbon Dioxide Testing and
Efficiency Testing.
SOLID FUEL STOVE SERVICING
Rope and Bricks Changed and Grates replaced
Contact Tom:
086 - 3925819
FIREWOOD FOR SALE Dry Ash & Beech Blocks delivered.
Also bags of black Turf. Contact Aiden:
086 - 8294528
COMPUTER LESSONS AVAILABLE
Computer Training and Retraining on a One-to-One basis from Beginners to
Advanced Users. All ages catered for. Bring along your own laptop or use the computer available. Progress in your career or get back
into the workforce by updating your computer skills. Topics covered include
SERVICES Plumbing & Heating Commissioning, Servicing and Repair of Oil Boilers & Single Burner Cookers. Ballyfin, Portlaoise. Call:
086 - 3758503
FOR SALE Good Quality
Turf.
Contact: 087-6371937
FREE Treatments &
10% OFF All Colours until
27th November at
Bernie's Hair Affair,
24 Church St, Portlaoise.
057 86 61144
PAINTING & DECORATING Good Quality Work.
Very clean. Professional finish.
Also lady available for house cleaning. Call:
087 - 7514617
OUR PRAYERS ARE
ASKED FOR:
Brigid (Dolly) Pratt Glendowns
Molly Clear Dublin Road.
May they Rest in Peace. May they Rest in Peace. May they Rest in Peace. May they Rest in Peace. Our Sympathies to their Families. Our Sympathies to their Families. Our Sympathies to their Families. Our Sympathies to their Families.
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Offertory Collection €3387.00 Development Collection €3715.00 €7102.00
Our thanks and appreciation to all who subscribe so generously to the Parish.
Pride of Place
All Ireland Winner
2008 Manager Declan Kelly 057 8621142
Parish Office At The Parish Centre Monday to Friday
9am - 5pm
Parish Secretary Michelle Bartley
Mon - Fri 9am - 2pm Georgina Gleeson
Receptionist Mary Bowe Mon - Thurs 1pm - 5pm
Ph: 057 8621142 Fax. 057 8660260
Accounts Michelle Conroy
057 8621142 Caretaker Danny Marum 6pm to 10pm
Parish Catechist Margaret Dooley
057 8621142
Sacristan Martin O’Neill 057 8692151
(The phone in the sacristy is attended prior to Mass times)
We welcomed the following into the Christian Community through the
Sacrament of Baptism: Karina Katarzyna Duda, Esker Hills
Julia Zofia Leskowska, Rathevan Close
Cathal Michael Holden, The Grange
Danny John Breen, Maryborough Crescent
Fíadh Geraldine Duffin, Ardan Glas
Jacob Thomas Dent, Newpark
Noah M.J. Delaney, Esker Hills
Thomas Patrick Howard, Westlands
Peter Joseph Shortall, Straboe.
For Baptismal details log onto:
www.portlaoiseparish.ie
November Dead List will be celebrated on Monday at 10:00am Tuesday at 7:30am
Wednesday at 7:30pm Thursday at 7:30am Friday at 10:00am.
Saint
Cecilia’s Day
22nd Nov.
Patron St. of
Church music
Why Sing in Church Anyway? Let’s face it, not everybody is going to like the hymns we sing in church. The older parishioners might resist the newer hymns, the younger parishioners might hate the old hymns. People will argue about what styles of music are acceptable in church and others will argue about which instruments are unacceptable. So why sing in church anyway?
In Colossians 3:12-17, God gives a model for corporate worship at a church, including an instruction to sing: “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God. And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.”
God has given us only a few ways to express our relationship with others. We can speak, we can touch, we can read and write, we can gesture, and we can sing. From the joy of a love song, to the triumph of the winning team’s
anthem, songs affect us in a way that mere spoken words can’t. On Saint Cecilia’s day, patron saint of music, we remember that ‘He or she that sings, prays twice.’ Our thanks to all who serve the Parish as leaders and members of choirs.
HEALING PRAYER I trust O Heavenly Father, and offer Thee the United Hearts of Jesus and Mary. The triumphant Bleeding Wounds of Jesus and the Tears of Our Loving Heavenly Mother. Lord, Thy will be done. Amen.
ACT OF CONSECRATION Heavenly Father, I trust, I offer Thee the United Hearts of Jesus and Mary. The triumphant Wounds of Jesus and the Tears of Our Loving Heavenly Mother Mary. I give Thee my thoughts, words, deeds, action, my cells, tissues, blood vessels, nerves, glands, bones and organs, with the United Hearts of Jesus and Mary. Lord Thy will be done. Amen. Jesus, Mary, I love Thee, save souls.
