The Parish of Ballyclare & Ballygowan
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18 May 2025

The Parish of Ballyclare & Ballygowan

The Faithful Departed Recently Deceased:  Pope Francis, Rose Reynolds, Billy Gillan Anniversaries:  Ted McCudden, James Beggs, Mary Murray, Michael Forsythe, James Morrison, Anne Marie Dempsey, Francis Turner, Nancy Parnel, Henry Kelly, Anne Higginson, Sally Devlin, James Forsythe, Jack McCurry, Denis Corcoran, David Howe  Eternal Rest Grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. DONATE
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Offerings:   Thank you for your recent offerings. 11 May – Weekly Offering - £439.20
This Week’s Hymns
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Pilgrims of Hope: “God loves us, God loves you all, and evil will not prevail! All of us are in God’s hands. So, let us move forward, without fear, together, hand in hand with God and with one another other! We are followers of Christ. Christ goes before us. The world needs his light. Humanity needs him as the bridge that can lead us to God and his love. Help us, one and all, to build bridges through dialogue and encounter, joining together as one people, always at peace.” Pope Leo XIV – on the evening of his election.
Masses this week:  Monday - Thursday - 9.00am
Trócaire Lenten appeal:  Sincere thanks for your generous response.  £746.57 was raised in the parish this year
Save the Date:  Cemetery Sunday, Ballygowan – 8 June 2025
St Therese of Lisieux, her life, wisdom and relevance: A talk by Fr Paul Murray OP, Holy Family Church, Belfast. Thursday 22 May at 7.00pm.  All welcome.
Saul Sunday:  Annual Pilgrimage to the Shrine of St Patrick at Saul.  Sunday 1 June 2025. Mass celebrated by Bishop Alan at 3pm.
Annual Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock: In this Jubilee Year of Hope join us on the Down and Connor Pilgrimage to Knock Shrine on Sunday 8 June 2025. Bishop Alan McGuckian SJ will celebrate the Eucharist at 3.00pm.The price £44 per person includes luxury coach (from Belfast) and refreshments. Early booking is advised. To book contact Claire Tel: 028 90690920  Email: pathwaystothefuture@downandconnor.org
St Agnes’ Choral Society - The Magic of Musicals! featuring beloved hits from all your favourite musicals in aid of  Friends of the Cancer Centre. Sunday 25 May at the Ulster Hall, Belfast.  Book now at ulsterhall.co.uk or call 028 9033 4455
All-Ireland Rosary Rally: Knock Shrine, Saturday 7 June.  For more information please visit: www.allirelandrosaryrally.com
Down & Connor Pilgrimage to Lough Derg: for the traditional 3-day pilgrimage.  4-6 July 2025.  Cost - £100 including transport and Accommodation.  For information and booking please contact Claire, (90690920) pathwaystothefuture@downandconnor.org