Catholic Church of the Sacred Heart, Edinburgh A.M.D.G.

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16th/17th December 2000

The Choir will lead the singing at the 11.15 Mass today.

Many thanks for last weeks collection which came to �1099.99. The UCM would also like to thank all those who came to the Bingo session last Thursday and raised �81. This figure will be rounded up to �100 and given as intended to Rachael House.

WHITE FLOWER APPEAL HELD ON 19/11/00
The Administrator of this Society has written to thank parishioners for their generosity. The amount collected from all masses that day was �360.03.

Today after the 11.15 Mass coffee and tea will again be served.

Congratulations to Shiela Muller who won the 200 Club draw last month.

As in previous year all collections taken at MIDNIGHT MASS will be allocated to various Scottish charities. When doing so, due to relaxation rules from the Inland Revenue it will be helpful, if you are a Covenanter, to use your special collection envelope for this purpose. This applies to anyone who wishes to donate towards the charity collection and comes to Mass on Christmas morning. Use your enevelope bearing your personal number to distinguish this from the ordinary collection for the church.

A RECONCILIATION SERVICE will take place this Tuesday 19th December in the Church at 7pm. This will include an opportunity to go to Confession.

DIARY DATES 18-22 December.

Mon Friendship Club at 2pm in St Catharine's.
Tues Over 60s Club at 1 pm in small hall.
Wed Legion of Mary at 7.30pm (St Catharine's).
Thur Al-anon at 7.30pm in Parlour 1.
Thur Choir Practice at 7 ,30pm in the Ogilvie Room.
Fri Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 3pm in Church.

As in previous years there are a few DIARIES free of charge provided to our Parish. Not enough for eveyone unfortuneately, so first come first serve.

Christmas Season Liturgy is now available.

'2001' Calenders highlighting our Church of the Sacred Heart are on sale now costing 50p.

Good Companions - Film on Sunday evening 17th at the Filmhouse if you can make it. Meet at 645pm prompt. Film starts at 7pm.

Experiencing Prayer through Advent.
The fourth workshop on Advent themes will take place on Mon 11th Dec at 7pm in the Ogilvie Room.

A letter has been received from His Grace the Archbishop who "thoroughly enjoyed his day" with us and was grateful for the assitance given to him by "Sister Anne and Pat Cavanagh who were more than kind in guiding him round the sick". He quotes "I hope both the Parish Pastoral Council and those present at the open forum and the refreshments afterwards found somethinmg valuable in what I had to say. They are indeed very enthusiastic groups and I was only too delighted to be able to share with them - also with the elderly at the lunch club earlier on in the day."

Children's Nativity Play.
This will take place on the 4th Sunday of Advent during the 11.15 Mass. The dress rehearsal will take place on Sat 23rd December in the church from 10-12 noon. All children wishing to take part should check that they have been measured for a costume.

HELPING HANDS FOR CHRISTMAS
You can imagine due to the heating installation how much unwanted dust and dirt there is to clear for Christmas. This is an urgent appeal for helping hands to make the church beautiful at this special time. Please if you can lend a hand for a couple of hours, come along on Thurs 21 Dec at 2pm.

JOURNEY TO BELTHLEHEM
Ecumencial Service for Justice and Peace in the Holy Lnad - 21 Dec 8pm St George's West Church, Shandwick Place. It is understood that this year Christmas in Bethlehem has been cancelled and this is an opportunity for people to devote an hour asking Christ to bring his peace to the town and country of His birth.

BILLY GAUGHAN
will move into the parish soon and would like to come to this church. He used to live in Granton where he was well known in the parish. Billy has cerebral palsy and he uses a wheelchair with the help of an assistant. He would like people to know that speaking is very difficult for him so we need to take time with him. He hopes to come tot he Sacred Heart in the near future oerhaps on a Sunday with his assistant.

We pray for all those who are sick especially Anne Davidson, Sarah Ferguson, M Gallacher, Kathleen Weavil, Ivy Cunningham and Joan Gibson.

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9th/10th December 2000

The 11.15 Mass today is a Children's Mass.

Many thanks for last weeks collection which came to �1017.27 and for the second collection for Maintenance which amounted to �451.56.

Today after the 11.15 Mass coffee and tea will again be served.

DIARY DATES 11-16 December.

Mon Friendship Club at 2pm in St Catharine's.
Tues Over 60s Club at 1 pm in small hall.
Wed Legion of Mary at 7.30pm (St Catharine's).
Wed Newman Association at 7.30.
Wed Al-anon at 7.30pm in Parlour 1.
Thur UCM at 8pm in small hall.
Thur Choir Practice at 7 ,30pm in the Ogilvie Room.
Fri Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 3pm in Church.

On Tuesday at 7pm Rosary will be said in the Church in honour of Our Lady of Guadaloupe. This will be followed by a Pro Life Meeting to which all are invited.

Baptism - We welcome into the Church Malissa Jane Ball who was baptised last Sunday.

All raffle books should be returned today. The draw will take place next Sun 17th Dec after the 11.15 Mass.

A note from SVdeP Society - Many thanks to those who responded to our recent appeal. This allows us to give generously on your behalf and help to make Christmas more joyful for some of our parishioners.
If you would like information on the work of the Conference a copy of our Annual Report is available at the back of the Church.

Lifeline is very grateful tor the support of the parishioners. the sum of �505 was collected from the sale of candles and donations and this has been forwarded to Lifeline.

'2001' Calenders highlighting our Church of the Sacred Heart are on sale now costing 50p.

Good Companions - Film on Sunday evening 17th at the Filmhouse if you can make it,

Experiencing Prayer through Advent.
The third workshop on Advent themes will take place on Mon 11th Dec at 7pm in the Ogilvie Room.

RCIA
Congratulations to Lucy Baillie who has entered the Catechuminate (preparation for Baptism) and Catherine James, David McGovern, Neil O'Donnel, Geoffrey Poole and Patty Smith, who have commenced their preparation for reception into the Church. They were all accepted for ongoing preparation at the Rite of Acceptance last Sunday. This rite forms part of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults.

Information from a former parishioner re a prayer group which meets in the Methodist Church in Nicolson Square. Initial meeting today at 2pm. Details in the foyer.

Children's Nativity Play.
This will take place on the 4th Sunday of Advent during the 11.15 Mass.

We pray for all those who are sick especially Anne Davidson, Sarah Ferguson, Lilian Jones, Mary Mackay, M Gallacher, Kathleen Weavil, Rosie Mellon, Mrs P Simpson, Caroline Preston, Rosemary Maher and Joan Gibson.

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2/3 December 2000

The Music group will lead the singing at the 11.15 Mass today. Many thanks for last weeks collection which came to �964.16.

Today after the 11.15 Mass coffee and tea will again be served but in the small hall meantime. DIARY DATES 4- 9 December.

Mon Friendship Club at 2pm in St Catharine's.

Tues Over 60s Club at 1 pm in small hall.

Wed Legion of Mary at 7.30pm (St Catharine's).

Wed Al-anon at 7.30pm in Parlour 1.

Thur UCM at Spm in small hall.

Thur Choir Practice at 7.3Opm in the Ogilvie Room.

Fri Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 3pm in Church.

Christmas Bingo in aid of Rachael House to be run by the UCM this Thursday 7th Dec at 7pm for Eyes down at 7.3Opm. Please try and support this.

The Choir would welcome new members. They meet each Thursday at 7.3Opm in the Ogilvie Room. During Advent they will be preparing for Christmas. Come and help them, 'sing to the Lord'.

Could anyone who has raffle books out, please return them by lOth December, as the draw will take place on Sun 17th Dec after the 11.15 Mass.

Archbishop's Pastoral Visit last Tues 28th November. His Grace the Archbishop was very encouraged by the welcome and re- sponse he received during his pastoral visit last Tuesday. Thanks are due to all who helped to make the day a success, and also to all who " came out to Concelebrated Mass on such a bad night.

A note from S V de p Society -Funds are low, Christmas is nigh. Please give to our box, your reward is on high!

'2001' Calenders highlighting our Church of the Sacred Heart are on sale now costing 5Op. Also on sale today are Advent Candles, the proceeds of which are for Lifeline.

Experiencing Prayer through Advent.
The second workshop in Advent themes will take place on Mon 4th Dec at 7pm in the Ogilvie Room.

The Lauriston Centre for Contemporary Belief and Action.
Prepare for Christmas with Three Advent Evening Talks. The first of these " Isaiah" given by Father Ryszard Holuka takes place on Tuesday 5th Dec in St Catharine's Convent at 7.30pm. Admission free. All welcome. See poster in foyer for further details.

Stations of the Cross.
Stations 1 and 7 are due to be rehung this coming Thursday, in their restored spendour .There will now be a pause until after Easter next year when the next Phase will begin.

CCTV
Long overdue, we have been forced by dint of recent break ins etc, to instal close circuit TV in the foyer and other Parish vulnerable areas. Do not let this disturb your frequent vists to the Blessed Sacrament throughout the day however, but it is' essential to take all sensible pre- cautions.

Children's Nativity Play.
This will take place on the 4th Sunday of Advent during the 11.15 Mass. Wtll all the children who would like to take part, please come out with the Children:s Liturgy Group during the 11.15 Mass today. This is to enable parts to be allocated etc.

Heating Installation.
Apologies for the immense dismpution and inconveience as a result of the above. See notice in foyer which will keep you up to date with their progress.

The new rotas for all Eucharistic Ministers and Readers are ready for collec- tion.

Meeting for all Readers this Tuesday at 7.30pm. If any others interested in this special ministry, please come at 7.30pm

We pray for all those who are sick especially Anne Davidson, Sarah Ferguson, Lilian Jones, Mary Mackay, M Gallacher, Kathleen Weavil, Rosie Mellon, Mrs P Simpson, Caroline Preston, Rosemary Maher and Joan Gibson,

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25th/26th November 2000

The Choir will lead the singing at the 1115 Mass today.

Many thanks for last week's collection of �927.47.

Today after the 1115 Mass, coffee and tea will again be served but in the small hall meantime.

DIARY DATES 27 November - 1 December

Mon		Friendship Club at 2pm in St Catherine's
Tues		Over 60's Club at 1pm in the small hall
Tues		Pastoral Visit of the Archbishop
Tues		ASDC at 730pm (St Catherine's)
Wed		Legion of Mary at 730pm (St Catherine's)
Wed		Al-anon at 730 pm in Parlour 1
Thu		UCM at 8pm in small hall
Thu		Choir Practice at 730pm in the Gallery
Fri		Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 3pm in Church
Fri		Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament at 615 pm< /td>

200 CLUB
Congratutlations to K Cormack who won the 200 Club last month

THE CHOIR
would welcome new members. They meet each Thursday at 730 pm in the Ogilvie Room. During Advent, they will be preparing for Christmas. Come and help them, 'sing to the Lord'.

RAFFLE
Last weekend to sell raffle books to raise funds to help elderly parishioners this Christmas. Next Sunday you will be asked to return all books by 11th December. The draw will take place on 17 December after the 1115 Mass. Good prizes.

MOTHERS, FATHERS & TODDLERS GROUP
Only one person has contacted Jane Stephenson re the above. Due to the extensive heating installation the formation of this group has been temporarily postponed.

EXPERIENCING PRAYER THROUGH ADVENT
There will be 4 workshops in Advent themes on Mondays 27th, 4th, 11th and 18th December. They will take place in the Ogilvie Room 7 - 845pm.

ST JOSEPHS SALE
See poster re SALE aT ST JOSEPH'S, GILMORE PLACE, on Saturday 2nd Dec.

ARCHBISHOP'S PASTORAL VISIT THIS TUES - 28TH NOVEMBER
On the evening of his visit to our Parish, His Grace will concelebrate Mass at 6pm (NB Note time change).

UPHEAVAL
Apart from that due to the new heating installation, Confessional 2 and 3 are at present being converted into Offices for Fr Chris Boles and Fr Paul Fletcher on his arrival to the Parish in November. As a result, Confessional 4 which has been, of recent years, a storage room for the Folk Group's instruments etc, will again revert to being a Confessional. So probably from the beginning of December, watch for the Confessional lights.

CHRISTMAS BINGO IN AID OF RACHEL HOUSE
to be run by the UCM on Thursday 7th December at 7pm for Eyes down at 730pm. Please try and support this.

STARTER PACKS
A reminder that next Sunday is the day for collection of these. Household items as good as new would be gratefully apreciated.

SVP
A note - Funds are low, Christmas is nigh. Please give to our box, your reward is on high.

2001 CALENDARS
highlighting our church of the Sacred Heart are now on sale costing 50p. Also on sale this week and next, are Advent Candles, the proceeds of which are for Lifeline.

CHILDREN'S NATIVITY PLAY
This will take place on the 4th Sunday of Advent during the 1115 Mass. Will all the children who wish to take part, please come out with the Children's Liturgy Group during the 1115 Mass next Sunday. This is to enable parts to be allocated etc.

HEATING INSTALLATION
Apologies for the immense disruption and inconvenience as a result of the above. Ove the next weeks this intense programme will continue as the heating engineers come across unforseen obstacles. However, the programme progresses well and you will be kept up to date.

P.P.C.
The Minutes from the 8th Parish Pastoral Council Meeting are on the Notice Board for your attention. Your comments in the recent Questionnaire have not been in vain and these will be addressed where approPriate in due course. Would all members also collect their copies.

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS AND READERS ROTA
New ones are ready for collection. Also there are letters from Fr Boles for all readers re a meeting on Tuesday 5th December. Please collect these from outside the Sacristy.

SICK
We pray for all those who are sick especially Anne Davidson, Lilian Jones, Sarah Ferguson, Mary Mackay, M Gallacher, Kathleen Weavil, Pat Maclauchlan and Joan Gibson.

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18th/19th November 2000

The Folk group will lead the singing at the 1115 Mass today.

Many thanks for last week's collection of �937.52. Today the SPUC will run their White Flower Appeal by collecting after all Masses.

Today after the 1115 Mass, coffee and tea will again be served but in the small hall meantime.

DIARY DATES 20 - 25 November

Mon		Friendship Club Requiem Mass at 2pm in St Catherine's
Tues		Over 60's Club at 1pm in the small hall
Tues		Justice & Peace in the Ogilvie Room
Wed		Legion of Mary at 730pm (St Catherine's)
Wed		Al-anon at 730 pm in Parlour 1
Thu		Finance Group at 630 pm in Parlour 2
Thu		UCM at 8pm in small hall
Thu		Choir Practice at 730pm in the Gallery
Fri		Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 3pm in Church

WELCOME
in to the Chruch, Chantelle Tracey Louise Baxter Kennedy, baptised last Sunday

TO ALL PARISH GROUP CO-ORDINATORS
You will have seen the notice board in the Church foyer. Fr Peter and Barbara both have marker pens for yuor use to keep this notice board up to date.

THE CHOIR
would welcome new members. They meet each Thursday at 730 pm in the Ogilvie Room. During Advent, they will be preparing for Christmas. Come and help them, 'sing to the Lord'.

RAFFLE
The raffle books to help elderly parishioners this Christmas are steadily being distributed, but there are more books to sell from the Parish Office if you want more. The draw will take place on 17 December after the 1115 Mass. Good prizes.

PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK
in the early summer is scheduled. Details later.

LAST RAMBLE
will take place next Sunday within Edinburgh. Please meet after the 10am Mass.

MOTHERS, FATHERS & TODDLERS GROUP
Jane Stephenson has offered to co-ordinate a group on Thursday mornings. 10-11am in the small hall. If interested phone Jane on 228 2907.

PARISH JUSTICE & PEACE GROUP
There will be a meeting at the Sacred Heart on Tuesday 21 November at 730pm. Chris Boles, SJ will present 'An introduction to Catholic Social Teaching' and there will be an opportunity to plan future meetings of this new parish group. All are welcome. Please try to come and support this important aspect of church teaching.

EXPERIENCING PRAYER THROUGH ADVENT
There will be 4 workshops in Advent themes on Mondays 27th, 4th, 11th and 18th December. They will take place in the Ogilvie Room 7 - 845pm.

ARCHBISHOP'S PASTORAL VISIT TUES 28TH NOVEMBER
On the evening of his visit to our Parish, His Grace will concelebrate Mass at 6pm (NB Note time change). After Mass there will be an open Forum where there will be an opportunity for questions. Should you want to submit a question, please put it in writing to Father Randall.

The evening will conclude with light refreshments. In order to assess numbers for catering purposes, please intimate if you intend coming by putting your name on the sheet provided.

UPHEAVAL
Apart from that due to the new heating installation, Confessional 2 and 3 are at present being converted into Offices for Fr Chris Boles and Fr Paul Fletcher on his arrival to the Parish in November. As a result, Confessional 4 which has been, of recent years, a storage room for the Folk Group's instruments etc, will again revert to being a Confessional. So probably from the beginning of December, watch for the Confessional lights.

SICK
We pray for all those who are sick especially Anne Davidson, Lilian Jones, Sarah Ferguson, Mary Mackay, Mary Gallacher, Kathleen Weavil, Pat Maclauchlan and Joan Gibson.

CARE SUNDAY
You are asked today to remember in your prayers the many people who care for the weak and lonely people in the world. You are also asked to consider becoming more involved with the caring activities within the Parish or local Community.

SOCIAL CARE LECTURE
22 Nov 2000 - will be given by Agnes Malone, Chief Executive of the Children's Hospice Association, Scotland, Scotland on 'My Journey in Social Care'. The lecture will be held in Gillis Centre at 730pm. All welcome.

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12th/13th November 2000

The choir will lead the singing at the 1115 Mass today.

Many thanks for last week's collection of �1027.31 and for the collection for maintenance which amounted to �418.95. Next Sunday the SPUC will run their White Flower Appeal by collecting after all Masses.

Today after the 1115 Mass, coffee and tea will again be served but in the small hall meantime.

DIARY DATES 13 - 18 November

Mon		Friendship Club at 2pm in St Catherine's
Tues		Over 60's Club at 1pm in the small hall
Tues		ProLife Group at 730 pm in Parlour 2
Wed		Legion of Mary at 730pm (St Catherine's)
Wed		Al-anon at 730 pm in Parlour 1
Thu		PPC at 7pm in the Ogilvie Room
Thu		UCM at 8pm in small hall
Thu		Choir Practice at 730pm in the Gallery
Fri		Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 3pm in Church

COLINTON & MERCHISTON CHOIR
Sunday 26th November - see poster.

MOTHERS, FATHERS & TODDLERS GROUP
Jane Stephenson has offered to co-ordinate a group on Thursday mornings. 10-11am in the small hall. If interested phone Jane on 228 2907.

GOOD COMPANIONS
Meet at Filmhouse, Lothian Road - this Tuesday 14th November at 8pm or before if you want a drink.

RAFFLE
The raffle books to help elderly parishioners this Christmas are steadily being distributed, but there are more books to sell. If you have not taken some, these are available again after tioday's masses. The draw will take place on 10 December after the 1115 Mass. Good prizes.

THE FRIENDSHIP CLUB
There will be a Mass for all deceased members of the Club and for their family and friends on Monday 20 Nov at 2pm in St Catherine's.

PARISH JUSTICE & PEACE GROUP
There will be a meeting at the Sacred Heart on Tuesday 21 November at 730pm. Chris Boles, SJ will present 'An introduction to Catholic Social Teaching' and there will be an opportunity to plan future meetings of this new parish group. All are welcome. Please try to come and support this important aspect of church teaching.

BAPTISMS/MARRIAGES
It has been decided to reintroduce the recording of all baptisms and marriages which take place in the parish. See our events page for all those who have received the light of Christ since July of this year and those who have been joined in marriange since July.

R.C.I.A.
Today after the Bidding Prayers at the 10am Mass, the candidates for reception into the Catholic Chuirch will leave the Assembly for their own Catechesis. Please support them in your prayers.

ARCHBISHOP'S PASTORAL VISIT TUES 28TH NOVEMBER
On the evening of his visit to our Parish, His Grace will concelebrate Mass at 6pm (NB Note time change). After Mass there will be an open Forum where there will be an opportunity for questions. Should you want to submit a question, please put it in writing to Father Randall.

The evening will conclude with light refreshments. In order to assess numbers for catering purposes, please intimate if you intend coming by putting your name on the sheet provided.

SICK
We pray for all those who are sick especially Anne Davidson, Lilian Jones, Sarah Ferguson, Mary Mackay, Mary Gallacher, Mary Gillies and Joan Gibson.

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4th/5th November 2000

Today is the Feast of all members of the Society of Jesus who reign with Christ in Glory. This is an opportunity to pray for vocations to the Society of Jesus.

The 1115 Mass today is a chirdren's Mass at which candidates for Reconciliation and Holy Eucharist will be enrolled.

Many thanks for last week's collection of �1012.75. Today, the first Sunday of the month the second collection is for maintenance.

Today after the 1115 Mass, coffee and tea will again be served in the hall.

DIARY DATES 6 - 11 November

Mon		Friendship Club at 2pm in St Catherine's
Tues		Over 60's Club at 1pm in the small hall
Wed		Liturgy Meeting at 730pm (St Catherine's)
Wed		Legion of Mary at 730pm (St Catherine's)
Wed		Al-anon at 730 pm in Parlour 1
Wed		Newman Association at 730 pm (St Catherine's)
Thu		UCM at 8pm in small hall
Thu		Choir Practice at 730pm in the Gallery
Fri		Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 3pm in Church followed by refreshments in hall
Fri		Reunion Oberammergau Pilgrims in the small hall at 730pm

COLINTON & MERCHISTON CHOIR
Sunday 26th November - see poster.

UNION OF CATHOLIC MOTHERS
meet in the small hall every Thursday evening at 8pm. New members to this group would be made most welcomee. The main aim of the UCM is to pray for vocations to the priesthood and, as you are aware, this is a very important issue in this present day. All ladies in the parish, no matter their status, are most welcome to join the UCM.

SOUTH EDINBURGH SCHOOLS
An expressive Art Festival is being held in the Hub, Royal Mile on 5th & 6th November. Doors open 6pm. Tickets �5, concessions �3.

TO ALL YOUNG PEOPLE IN THE PARISH
The youth reps on the Parish Pastoral Council would like to hear what sort of support or events you would like the Parish to provide specifically for the younger age groups. Please see Anya or Kate after the Vigil Mass and all Sunday Masses except the 745am.

MOTHERS, FATHERS & TODDLERS GROUP
Jane Stephenson has offered to co-ordinate a group on Thursday mornings. 10-11am in the small hall. If interested phone Jane on 228 2907.

RAFFLE
At the last meeting of the Finance Committee the suggestion was put forward that a raffle be held specifically this time for raising funds to help elderly parishioners this Christmas. The St Vincent de Paul Society who are constantly involved in this area will eventaully decide how the money raised will be dispersed. Your part - try to sell as many books of the 2000 available next Sunday after all Masses. The draw will take place on 10 December after the 1115 Mass. Good prizes.

RESTORATION OF THE STATIONS
The response to the latest suggestion re the last stage of our fund raising for the above is going fairly well. Over 40 parishioners have signed up to date. Please consider �1 a week if you can afford it and, if you can, please take an envelope/s which you will find with the Stations presentation in the foyer.

ARCHDIOCESAN ECUMENICAL GROUP
Annual day of Ecumenical renewal will be held in St Catherine's Convent on Saturday 11 November and will be led by Fr Jack Mahoney, SJ. The theme of the day will be "Contemporary ethical issues with an ecumenical significance". See poster in foyer. If you intend going please let your Deanery Rep, Mr John Anderson know (Tel 229 3920).

PARISH JUSTICE & PEACE GROUP
There will be a meeting at the Sacred Heart on Tuesday 21 November at 730pm. Chris Boles, SJ will present 'An introduction to Catholic Social Teaching' and there will be an opportunity to plan future meetings of this new parish group. All are welcome. Please try to come and support this important aspect of church teaching.

GOOD COMPANIONS
Meet at FiLmhouse, Lothian Road - Tuesday 14th November at 8pm.

BAPTISMS/MARRIAGES
It has been decided to reintroduce the recording of all baptisms and marriages which take place in the parish. See our events page for all those who have received the light of Christ since July of this year. Next week those who have been joined in marriange since July will be listed. See below concerning the introduction of this programme.

SICK
We pray for all those who are sick especially Anne Davidson, Lilian Jones, Sarah Ferguson, Mary Mackay, Mary Gallacher and Joan Gibson.

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THE RCIA

"The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is a restoration of the ancient practice of initiation into the Church; a process of discerning and ritualising the stages of conversion, leading to the sacramental initiaon through the sacraments of baptism, confirmation and eucharist celebrated at the Easter Vigil, thus empowering men and women for lives of service, charity and justice as witnesses to the reign of God. It is the Parish community though its witness, worship, service and catehchesis that offer the invitation and support necessary for men and women to be initiated into the Church". T H Morris, The RCIA: Transforming the Church; Paulist Press 1989.

On Sunday 12th November, during the 10am Mass, RCIA will begin in this parish. Ten people have expressed an interest in becoming Catholics. Some of them are already baptised. They will attend the liturgy until the end of the homily, then leave for their own session of catechesis. Some sponsors from the parish will accompany them. Over the months, they may be present at different Masses but mostly at the 10am or 1115am masses.

Later, when the group has had a chance to settle, those who are confident that they want to be baptised or received into full communion with the Catholic Church at the next Easter Vigil will be admitted as Catechumens and Candidates at a Sunday Mass. Please support them with your prayers and hospitality.

28th/29th October 2000

There will be congregational singing today at the 1115 Mass.

Next Sunday is the Feast of all members of the Society of Jesus who reign with Christ in Glory. This is an opportunity to pray for vocations to the Society of Jesus.

Many thanks for last week's collection of �912.13 and for the Missio collection which amounted to �931.52.

Today after the 1115 mass, coffee and tea will again be served in the hall.

DIARY DATES 29 October - 4 November

Mon		Friendship Club at 2pm in St Catherine's
Tues		Over 60's Club at 1pm in the small hall
Tues		ASDC at 730pm (St Catherine's)
Wed		Legion of Mary at 730pm (St Catherine's)
Wed		Al-anon at 730 pm in Parlour 1
Thu		UCM at 8pm in small hall
Thu		Choir Practice at 730pm in Ogilvie Room
Fri		Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 3pm in Church followed by refreshments in hall
Fri		Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament after the 545pm Mass

UNION OF CATHOLIC MOTHERS
meet in the small hall every Thursday evening at 8pm. New members to this group would be made most welcomee. The main aim of the UCM is to pray for vocations to the priesthood and, as you are aware, this is a very important issue in this present day. All ladies in the parish, no matter their status, are most welcome to join the UCM.

ARCHDIOCESAN CHOIR
will perform a Celebration of Sacred Music in St Mary's Cathedral today at 5pm.

OBERAMMERGAU PILGRIMS 2000
Re-union cheese and wine/champagne! gathering on Friday 10th November in the small hall at 730pm. Bring photographs.

TALK ON SOUTH EDINBURGH BY MALCOLM CANT
Renowed authority on the area - see poster for details of talk in Barclay Church this Tuesday.

PILGRIMAGE TO ROME SEPTEMBER 2001
Rosalind Mackay has suggested running a 10 day pilgrimage to Rome in September next year. All we need at this early stage are names of those who might be interested in joining this venture. A list is provided in the foyer for this purpose. Rosalild's tel. no. for further details is 332 6601.

RAFFLE
At the last meeting of the Finance Committee the suggestion was put forward that a raffle be held specifically this time for raising funds to help elderly parishioners this Christmas. The St Vincent de Paul Society who are constantly involved in this area will eventaully decide how the money raised will be dispersed. Your part - try to sell as many books of the 2000 available next Suinday after all Masses. The draw will take place on 10 December after the 1115 Mass. Good prizes.

RESTORATION OF THE STATIONS
The response to the latest suggestion re the last stage of our fund raising for the above is going fairly well. Over 40 parishioners have signed up to date. Please consider �1 a week if you can afford it and, if you can, please take an envelope/s which you will find with the Stations presentation in the foyer.

SICK
We pray for all those who are sick especially Anne Davidson, Lilian Jones, Sarah Ferguson, Mary Mackay, Kathleen Weavil, C Thom, Mary Gallacher and Joan Gibson.

ARCHDIOCESAN ECUMENICAL GROUP
Annual day of Ecumenical renewal will be held in St Catherine's Convent on Saturday 11 November and will be led by Fr Jack Mahoney, SJ. The theme of the day will be "Contemporary ethical issues with an ecumenical significance". See poster in foyer. If you intend going please let your Deanery Rep, Mr John Anderson know (Tel 229 3920).

ARCHDIOCESAN NEWSLETTER
The latest one is on display on the norice boardin the foyer. Or go the Archdiocesan Website.

HOMELESS STARTER PACKS
Next Sunday being 1st Sunday of the month is the day for collecting STARTER PACKS for the HOMELESS. Please on no account bring clothes, footwear or electrical goods. Anything else suitable for starting a house is acceptable.

ALL SAINTS DAY
Wednesday is a Holyday of Obligation. Masses are at the usual weekday times.

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RESTORATION OF THE STATIONS
The response re the last stage of our fund raising for the above has been encouraging. The suggestion is spelt out in a flyer which you will find in the foyer today. Please take an envelope which you will find with the Stations presentation in the foyer if you wish to participate in this scheme.

VIGILANCE
Over the past six months, the Church and the Jesuit Residence have been vulnerable to teenage male intruders. Their methods have included breaking doors, supposedly "looking for the toilet", using any open doors they can find to to anywhere and lie low until their chance appears to move about. The premises are especially vulnerable at the weekend. Would parishioners please be vigilant. Report any suspicions IMMEDIATELY to Father Randall, Barbara or the kitchen staff so that they can call for further help. This way we have a greater chance to safeguard people and property and get the police involved as quickly as possible.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS' HOSPITALITY SCHEME
In recent years, various Churches throughout Edinburgh have offered invaluable support withthe hospitality scheme for overseas students at the University of Edinburgh. If any parishioner is willing to offer hospotality at other times as well as over the Christmas perdiod be in touch with Mrs Helen Leitch, International Officer at 650 1000.

SICK
We pray for all those who are sick especially Anne Davidson, Lilian Jones, Sarah Ferguson, Mary Mackay, Kathleen Weavil, C Thom, Mary Gallacher and Joan Gibson.

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14th/15th October 2000

Many thanks for last week's collection which amounted to �1016.68. Next Sunday the annual Diocesan collection for the Missions will be held. Today after the 1115 mass, coffee and tea will again be served in the hall.

DIARY DATES 16 -21 October

Mon		Friendship Club at 2pm in St Catherine's
Tues		Over 60's Club at 1pm in the small hall
Tues		Scrabble at 730pm in Parlour 1
Wed		Legion of Mary at 730pm(St Catherine's)
Wed		Al-anon at 730 pm in Parlour 1
Wed		PPC at 7pm in Ogilvie Room
Thu		Choir Practice at 730pm in Ogilvie Room
Fri		Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 3pm in Church followed by refreshments in hall

PHILP ENDEAN SJ
will be leading an afternoon at Gillis Centre between 230 and 5pm today Sunday 15 October. He is a lecturer at Heythrop College at the University of London and a writer on the theme of Ignatian Spirituality.

CONGRATULATIONS
to Veronica Kelly who won the 200 Club last month.

P.P.C.
At the last PPC it was decided that all future Minutes would be posted on the Notice Board for your perusal. Watch out for these minutes next week.

HEATING SYSTEM
Great News ! The installation of our new system is about to start this week. It should take about 12 weeks to complete the job but temporary heating will be in place. Be as patient as you can meantime.

YOU'VE BEEN FRAMED
Videos of the recent concert , at a cost of �10 each are available from Anne Hughes 337 3890.

OBERAMMERGAU PILGRIMS 2000
Re-union cheese and wine/champagne! gathering on Friday 10th November in the small hall at 730pm. Bring photographs.

TALK ON SOUTH EDINBURGH BY MALCOLM CANT
Renowed authority on the area - see poster for details of talk in Barclay Church.

ARE YOU AN UNATTACHED CATHOLIC
seeking new friends or perhaps looking for someone special. Why not join the Unattached Catholic Directory? It is run by practising catholics for practisising catholics. For free information pack, ring 01322 22223. See poster in porch.

INTERNET MARRIAGES
"Have you heard of these? By that I mean a wedding which was the result of using the world wide web? Chances are, at this early stage, that most of our readers have not yet attended such a wedding." The website is http://www.singlecatholics.com. (From an extract of the Homiletic and Pastoral review which is edited by fr Kenneth Baker, SJ).

RESTORATION OF THE STATIONS
The response re the last stage of our fund raising for the above has been encouraging. Yes, we are almost 3/4 of the way to our target thanks to another generous legacy recently received. The suggestion is spelt out in a flyer which you will find in the foyer today. Please take one and give it your fullest consideration if you would like to be involved. Remember, this is a once in all our life-times and it good to feel that you are playing a part in this rather large but essential Restoration project.

VIGILANCE
Over the past six months, the Church and the Jsesuit Residence have been vulnerable to teenage male intruders. Their methods have included breaking doors, supposedly "looking for the toilet", using any open doors they can find to to anywhere and lie low until their chance appears to move about. The premises are especially vulnerable at the weekend. Would parishioners please be vigilant. Report any suspicions IMMEDIATELY to Father Randall, Barbara or the kitchen staff so that they can call for further help. This way we have a greater chance to safeguard people and property and get the police involved as quickly as possible.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS' HOSPITALITY SCHEME
In recent years, various Churches throughout Edinburgh have offered invaluable support withthe hospitality scheme for overseas students at the University of Edinburgh. If any parishioner is willing to offer hospotality at other times as well as over the Christmas perdiod be in touch with Mrs Helen Leitch, International Officer at 650 1000.

SICK
We pray for all those who are sick especially Anne Davidson, Lilian Jones, Sarah Ferguson, Mary Mackay, Mary Gallacher and Joan Gibson.

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7th/8th October 2000

Many thanks for last week's collections which amounted to �1129.96 and for the second collection for Maintenance which amounted tto �502.81. Next Sunday the annual Diocesan collection for the Missions will be held. Today after the 1115 mass, coffee and tea will again be served in the hall.

DIARY DATES 9 - 14 October

Mon		Friendship Club at 2pm in St Catherine's
Tues		Over 60's Club at 1pm in the small hall
Tues		Newman Association at 730pm in St Catherine's
Wed		Legion of Mary at 730pm(St Catherine's)
Wed		Al-anon at 730 pm in Parlour 1
Thu		Choir Practice at 730pm in Ogilvie Room
Thu		Heritage and Arts Meeting (see below)
Fri		Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 3pm in Church followed by refreshments in hall

HERITAGE AND ARTS MEETING
will be held in the Gillis Centre at 730pm this Thursday. Our own Alastair Cherry will present the story of of the Scottish Catholic Church from the earliest days of medieval monasticism through the period of Mary Stuart and the Reformation. All welcome.

WELCOME
to Father Chris Boles into the Jesuit Community. He will be helping Father Randall in the parish til December. His long term work will be in the Social Apostalate.

CONCERT
the concert last week proved to be a great success and raised �685.73 clear profit. Many thanks to all who performed in any way but especially to Anne Hughes who pioneered the whole project.

MASS FOR THE SICK
Thanks are due to all who worked so hard to welcome our sick parishioners last Sunday and made it a happy day for them.

PARISH FINANCE MEETING
Minutes are ready for collection outside the Sacristy

READERS AND EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS ROTA
Latest rota is available for collection in the foyer.

CONGRATULATIONS
to Bernie and Cathie Glancy who celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary recently

HEATING SYSTEM
News about the installation of our new system will be given in next week's bulletin. Be as patient as you can: it's on its way.

VISION 2000 - REALITY 2000
Now, in the year 2000, all presently involved in caring in the Diocese are invited to a day which will take place at Gillis Centre Edinburgh on Sat 14 October from 1030 - 4. Soup, tea and coffee will be provided but please take a packed lunch and Vigil mass will be celebrated at 4pm for those who are able to stay. Those interested, please collect an application form from the parish office.

ARE YOU AN UNATTACHED CATHOLIC
seeking new friends or perhaps looking for someone special. Why not join the Unattached Catholic Directory? It is run by practising catholics for practisising catholics. For free information pack, ring 01322 22223. See poster in porch.

INTERNET MARRIAGES
"Have you heard of these? By that I mean a wedding which was the result of using the world wide web? Chances are, at this early stage, that most of our readers have not yet attended such a wedding." The website is http://www.singlecatholics.com. (From an extrat of the Homiletic and Pastoral review which is edited by fr Kenneth Baker, SJ).

PARISH QUESTIONNAIRE
200 copies of the results of the above prepared by members of the PPC are available in the foyer. Could you please limit these to 1 per household but, of course, if more are needed further copies will be available next week. Please intimate if you want one and copies have run out.

RESTORATION OF THE STATIONS
An interesting suggestion has come from one of our parishioners re the last stage of our fund raising for the above. Yes, we are almost 3/4 of the way to our target thanks to another generous legacy recently received. The suggestion is spelt out in a flyer which you will find in the foyer today. Please take one and give it your fullest consideration if you would like to be involved. Remember, this is a once in all our life-times and it good to feel that you are playing a part in this rather large but essential Restoration project.

PHILP ENDEAN SJ
will be leading an afternoon at Gillis Centre between 230 and 5pm on Sunday 15th October. He is a lecturer at Heythrop College at the University of London and a writer on the theme of Ignatian Spirituality.

SICK
We pray for all those who are sick especially Anne Davidson, Lilian Jones, Sarah Ferguson, Nellie Stuart, Mary Gallacher and Joan Gibson.

7th/8th October 2000

Many thanks for last week's collections which amounted to �1129.96 and for the second collection for Maintenance which amounted tto �502.81. Next Sunday the annual Diocesan collection for the Missions will be held. Today after the 1115 mass, coffee and tea will again be served in the hall.

DIARY DATES 9 - 14 October

Mon		Friendship Club at 2pm in St Catherine's
Tues		Over 60's Club at 1pm in the small hall
Tues		Newman Association at 730pm in St Catherine's
Wed		Legion of Mary at 730pm(St Catherine's)
Wed		Al-anon at 730 pm in Parlour 1
Thu		Choir Practice at 730pm in Ogilvie Room
Thu		Heritage and Arts Meeting (see below)
Fri		Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 3pm in Church followed by refreshments in hall

HERITAGE AND ARTS MEETING
will be held in the Gillis Centre at 730pm this Thursday. Our own Alastair Cherry will present the story of of the Scottish Catholic Church from the earliest days of medieval monasticism through the period of Mary Stuart and the Reformation. All welcome.

WELCOME
to Father Chris Boles into the Jesuit Community. He will be helping Father Randall in the parish til December. His long term work will be in the Social Apostalate.

CONCERT
the concert last week proved to be a great success and raised �685.73 clear profit. Many thanks to all who performed in any way but especially to Anne Hughes who pioneered the whole project.

MASS FOR THE SICK
Thanks are due to all who worked so hard to welcome our sick parishioners last Sunday and made it a happy day for them.

PARISH FINANCE MEETING
Minutes are ready for collection outside the Sacristy

READERS AND EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS ROTA
Latest rota is available for collection in the foyer.

CONGRATULATIONS
to Bernie and Cathie Glancy who celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary recently

HEATING SYSTEM
News about the installation of our new system will be given in next week's bulletin. Be as patient as you can: it's on its way.

VISION 2000 - REALITY 2000
Now, in the year 2000, all presently involved in caring in the Diocese are invited to a day which will take place at Gillis Centre Edinburgh on Sat 14 October from 1030 - 4. Soup, tea and coffee will be provided but please take a packed lunch and Vigil mass will be celebrated at 4pm for those who are able to stay. Those interested, please collect an application form from the parish office.

ARE YOU AN UNATTACHED CATHOLIC
seeking new friends or perhaps looking for someone special. Why not join the Unattached Catholic Directory? It is run by practising catholics for practisising catholics. For free information pack, ring 01322 22223. See poster in porch.

INTERNET MARRIAGES
"Have you heard of these? By that I mean a wedding which was the result of using the world wide web? Chances are, at this early stage, that most of our readers have not yet attended such a wedding." The website is http://www.singlecatholics.com. (From an extrat of the Homiletic and Pastoral review which is edited by fr Kenneth Baker, SJ).

PARISH QUESTIONNAIRE
200 copies of the results of the above prepared by members of the PPC are available in the foyer. Could you please limit these to 1 per household but, of course, if more are needed further copies will be available next week. Please intimate if you want one and copies have run out.

RESTORATION OF THE STATIONS
An interesting suggestion has come from one of our parishioners re the last stage of our fund raising for the above. Yes, we are almost 3/4 of the way to our target thanks to another generous legacy recently received. The suggestion is spelt out in a flyer which you will find in the foyer today. Please take one and give it your fullest consideration if you would like to be involved. Remember, this is a once in all our life-times and it good to feel that you are playing a part in this rather large but essential Restoration project.

PHILP ENDEAN SJ
will be leading an afternoon at Gillis Centre between 230 and 5pm on Sunday 15th October. He is a lecturer at Heythrop College at the University of London and a writer on the theme of Ignatian Spirituality.

SICK
We pray for all those who are sick especially Anne Davidson, Lilian Jones, Sarah Ferguson, Nellie Stuart, Mary Gallacher and Joan Gibson.

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30th September/1st October 2000

Many thanks for the last week's collections which amounted to �1377.74 (8pm from the previous week included). Today the second collection is for the Maintenance Fund. A letter has been received from the Jesuit Mission Office thanking us for our very generous recent special collection for their ongoing work.

SACRAMENT OF THE SICK
Today at the 11.15 Mass, the Sacrament will be administered to the sick of the parish. Because of this, there will be no customary tea and coffee in the hall today.

DIARY DATES 2 - 7 October

Mon		Friendship Club at 2pm in St Catherine's
Tues		Over 60's Club at 1pm in the small hall
Wed		Legion of Mary at 730pm(St Catherine's)
Wed		Al-anon at 730 pm in Parlour 1
Thu		Choir Practice at 730pm in Ogilvie Room
Fri		Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 3pm in Church followed by refreshments in hall
Fri		Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament from 615 pm

200 CLUB
There are still a few vacancies for this Club which is an ongoing source of revenue for parish funds. Please be in touch with Bridie Hanlon or Barbara.

CHILD PROTECTION GUIDELINES and CARE MATTERS
latest issues are on the notice board. There are also a few extra copies available in the porch.

MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER
Marriage Encounter Weekend - 17th-19th November. Newmains Pastoral Centre. Please contact Father Randall if you would like to go or if you would to know more about 'Marriage Encounter'

NEW WEBSITE
You attention is drawn to a new website which has been launched called 'praise him'. From this website, users may order Christian tapes and CDs. http://www.praise-him.co.uk

VISION 2000 - REALITY 2000
Now, in the year 2000, all presently involved in caring in the Diocese are invited to a day which will take place at Gillis Centre Edinburgh on Sat 14 October from 1030 - 4. Soup, tea and coffee will be provided but please take a packed lunch and Vigil mass will be celebrated at 4pm for those who are able to stay. Those interested, please collect an application form from the parish office.

SAT 21st OCTOBER
The Sale scheduled for the 21st Oct has been temporarily postponed until the Spring of next year. Other decisions were taken last night at the Finance Group re Fund Raising. See details in bulletin next week.

Five years ago, the Maintenance Fund benefitted from your kind donations of old UK notes and coins and coins of other currencies. We would ask you to hunt again, ask your family and friends and work colleagues, now that the holiday season is over, and hand them into the Parish Office or drop them in a separate envelope with your Sunday collection. The Finance Committee would be grateful to convert these into sterling!

EXPOSITION ON FIRST FRIDAY STARTS 6TH OCTOBER
For a trial period, there will be Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament on First Fridays from the end of evening Mass till 930 pm. Caroline Reynolds will co-ordinate with others to make sure there are people present continuously. Also for security reasons, one person should be positioned in the foyer in case of unruly visitors. A number of three people should always be present. Caroline's phone number is 07881 773300.

HISTORIC SCOTLAND LISTING
You may be interested to know that recently our fine Church has been upgraded from Category List B status to Category List A status.

PICTURES OF ST JOHN OGILVIE
Thanks to a zeaulous parishioner, a limited supply of holy pictures of St John Ogilvie have been procured. They will be available at a cost of 20p each from the Parish Office.

SICK
We pray for all those who are sick Anne Davidson, Lilian Jones, Sarah Ferguson, Nellie Stuart, Mary Gallacher and Joan Gibson.

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23rd/24th September 2000

Today the Folk Group will lead the singing at the 1115 am Mass. The UCM will welcome you to coffee after this Mass.

Many thanks for the last three week's collections which amounted to �2473.28 and also for the second collection for the Retired Clergy Fund which amounted to �351.87.

200 CLUB
There are still a few vacancies for this Club which is an ongoing source of revenue for parish funds. Please be in touch with Bridie Hanlon or Barbara.

An ALPHA COURSE
is being run in Viewforth Church, 104 Gilmore Place commencing Tuesday 26th September at 730 pm. If interested be in touch with Mrs Gillian Proudfoot at Viewforth Church or turn up on the night.

JESUIT COMMUNITY
Details of the changes in the Jesuit Community are on our events page.

DIARY DATES 25-30 September

Mon		Friendship Club at 2pm in St Catherine's
Tues		Over 60's Club at 1pm in the small hall
Tues		ASDC in St Catherine's Convent 730 pm.
Wed		Legion of Mary at 730pm(St Catherine's)
Wed		Finance Group in Parlour 2 at 630pm
Wed		Al-anon at 730 pm in Parlour 1
Thu		Choir Practice at 730pm in Ogilvie Room
Fri		Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 3pm in Church followed by refreshments in hall

FINANCE GROUP
Please note the revised date for this month's meetig which is now Wednesday 27th September at 630 pm.

ST CATHERINE'S
The Sisters invite you to join them in celebrating their Congregational Feast - Our Lady of Mercy - Sunday evening at 630 pm. Concelebrated Mass in the Convent Chapel.

SVDP
To mark the fest of St Vincent de Paul, there will be a Mass at 7pm this Wednesday in the Church. All welcome.

MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER
Marriage Encounter Weekend - 17th-19th November. Newmains Pastoral Centre. Please contact Father Randall if you would like to go or if you would to know more about 'Marriage Encounter'

SACRAMENT OF THE SICK
This Sacrament will be administered during the 11.15 Mass next Sunday 1st October. In order to allow access for those transporting the sick to this Mass, would parishioners who usually park outside the church avoid this area. There will be no tea and coffee next Sunday as the hall will be in use for the sick and their helpers.

PPC
You may have noticed over the last few weeks that members of the PPC are endeavouring to welcome congregations and visitors alike before and after all Masses. As a Parish community it is seen as a vital element in the area of hospitality and building up the Kingdom of God.

FURTHER FUND RAISING AND SOCIAL EVENTS FOR THE PARISH
Friday 29 September - Tickets will be on sale after the 10 and 1115 Masses only, or you can get your tickets from Barbara in the Parish Office. For further information contact Anne Hughes on 337 3890. Please try to support this as it promises to be an entertaining evening and much effort has been put into the organisation.
Sat 21st October - Bargain Sale of the Century. Any gifts or other contribution may be handed in now to the Parish Office but just as important, offers to help in the manning of the stalls as everything has to be sold.

SICK
We pray for all those who are sick Anne Davidson, Lilian Jones, Sarah Ferguson, Rosemary and Eileen Maher, Joan Gibson and Mary Smyth.

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16th/17th September 2000

Today there will be congregational singing at the 1115 am Mass. The UCM will welcome you to coffee after this Mass.

FUND RAISING
CONCERT: Tickets for the 29 September are on sale today after the 10 and 1115 Masses.
SALE OF THE CENTURY: takes place on Saturday 21st October. Barbara will be pleased to receive any contributions and offers of help.

THANK YOU
. Father John McQuade would like to thank, sincerely, all those who gave their time and enthusiasm to make his Jubilee such a wonderful celebration and he is very grateful also for all the many gifts received. He will be on holiday until 30th September

JESUIT COMMUNITY
Details of the changes in the Jesuit Community are on our events page.

DIARY DATES 18-21 September

Mon		Friendship Group meet at 2pm at Catherine's
Tues		Over 60's Group at 1pm in the small hall
Tues		PPC Meeting at 7pm in the Ogilvie Room.
Wed		Legion of Mary at 730pm(St Catherine's)
Wed		Al-anon at 730 pm in Parlour 1
Thu		Choir Practice at 730pm in Ogilvie Room

ST CATHERINE'S
The Sisters invite you to join them in celebrating their Congregational Feast - Our Lady of Mercy - next Sunday 24th September at 630 pm. Mass in the Convent Chapel.

SVDP
To mark the fest of St Vincent de Paul, there will be a Mass at 7pm on Wednesday 27th September. The Parish Conference will welcome all who would like to be present. This is also an opportunity to pray for benfactors who so generously support the work of the Society.

SACRAMENT OF THE SICK
This Sacrament will be administered during the 11.15 Mass on Sunday 1st October. Please add your name to the list at the back of Church if you are able to assist with transport or help in any other way.

MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER
Marriage Encounter Weekend - 17th-19th November. Newmains Pastoral Centre. Please contact Father Randall if interested in attending or if you would like information about 'Marriage Encounter'.

SICK
Please pray for all the sick in the Parish especially Anne Davidson, Lilian Jones, Sarah Ferguson, Joan Gibson and Mary Smyth.

ARCHBISHOP'S VISIT
Tuesday 28th November. Details later.

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JESUIT COMMUNITY
Details of the changes in the Jesuit Community are on our events page.

DIARY DATES 11-14 September

Mon		Friendship Group meet for 11-40 Bus-Stance 7 N.St.David Street
Tues		Over 60's Club at 1pm in the small hall
Tues		Pro-Life Meeting in Parlour 1. This will be preceded by the Rosary in the Church at 730pm. Please contact Felicity (337-4168)
Tues		Newman Association meets 730 (St Catherine's)
Wed		Legion of Mary at 730pm(St Catherine's)
Wed		Al-anon at 730 pm in Parlour 1
Thu		Choir Practice at 730pm in Ogilvie Room

Outing to Falkland and St Andrews
There are a few vacant seats - See list in foyer.

RETREAT IN DAILY LIFE
The follow up is this Wednesday. If intending to come, please contact Father Randall or Therese Pratt (228 1418).

SACRAMENT OF THE SICK
This Sacrament will be administered during the 11.15 Mass on Sunday 1st October. Please add your name to the list at the back of Church if you are able to assist with transport or help in any other way.

FUND RAISING
Tickets for the Concert on the 29 September will be on sale next Sunday after the 10 and 1115 Masses only.

SICK
Please pray for all the sick in the Parish especially Anne Davidson, Sarah Ferguson, Joan Gibson and George Murphy.

ARCHBISHOP'S VISIT
As mentioned previously, the Archbishop will visit the Parish on Tuesday 28th November. All parishioners N.B. the date. More details later.

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JESUIT COMMUNITY
Details of the changes in the Jesuit Community are on our events page.

200 CLUB.
Congratulations to H Leiton who won the 200 club last month. There are still a few vacancies for this Club which is an ongoing source of revenue for parish funds. Please be in touch with Bridie Hanlon or Barbara after the 18th September.

DIARY DATES 3-7 September

Mon		Friendship Club at 2pm in St Catherine's
Tues		Over 60's Club at 1pm in the small hall
Wed		Legion of Mary at 730pm(St Catherine's)
Wed		Newman Association meets 730 (St Catherine's)
Wed		Al-anon at 730 pm in Parlour 1
Thu		Choir Practice at 730pm in Ogilvie Room
Fri		Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 3pm in Church followed by refreshments in hall

ANNUAL OUTING
There are only 12 places left for the outing to Falkland and St Andrews on Sat 23rd September. Please add your name to the list at the back of church and remember to pay your deposit on Barbara's return from holiday on 18th.

RETREAT IN DAILY LIFE (Follow up meeting)
Those who made the RDL in the Parish this year - either in the Week of Guided Prayer or the Journey towards Easter are invited to a reflective evening of prayer and discussion on Wednesday September 13th at 7pm. It would be useful but not vital if you would let Father Randall or Therese Pratt (228 1418) know if you intend to be there. Thank you.

ARCHDIOCESAN ECUMENICAL GROUP
Today 3rd September you are invited to hear Christine Davis speak on 'Pilgrim Crossing 2000 and the significance of Holyrood' at Gillis Centre commencing at 3 pm.

MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER
The Marriage Encounter Weekend at Newmains Pastoral Centre has been postponed from 8-10th September to 17th-19th November. Please contact Father Randall if you would like to go or if you would like to know more about Marriage Encounter.

GOLDEN JUBILEE
Father John McQuade will be celebrating the Golden Jubilee of his priesthood next Saturday 9th September. Next Sunday 10th Sepetember at 1230 pm, Fater McQuade will celebrate Mass in the church. This will be followed by a reception and finger buffet in the hall around 130 pm. In order to assess numbers attending, please indicate if you intend coming by adding your name to the list provided at the back of the church. It is essential for catering purposes that accurate numbers are available as there will be a number of people coming as Father's guests.
As a result there will be no refreshments after the 1115 Mass next Sunday.

FURTHER FUND RAISING AND SOCIAL EVENTS FOR THE PARISH
Concert - Friday 29 September - Tickets will be on sale next Sunday after the 10 and 1115 Masses only, or you can get your tickets from barbara in the parish Office after the 18th September. For further information contact Anne Hughes on 337 3890.
Sat 21st October - Bargain Sale of the Century. All goods to be sold. If anyone would like to contribute or assist in the sale in any way please be in touch with Barbara after 18th September.

SICK
We pray for those who are sick especially Anne Davidson, Sarah Ferguson, Lilian Jones, Mary Prunty, Joan Gibson and George Murphy.

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