Parish Bulletin
20th June 2021
Twelfth Sunday of Ordinary Time
In our Mass readings this Sunday we hear how Jesus calmed the storm which threatened his boat and frightened his disciples. In the Bible the idea of stormy weather is often used to describe the problems of life. At the moment we might feel that our own problems (anything from family issues to finances, health or even the Delta variant) are like dark clouds hanging over us.
But Jesus shows his disciples that the power of God is greater than any storm. The Lord has power even over the wind and sea. So he does not want us to be afraid, anxious or stressed. When we're faced with worries, Jesus tells us to have faith and trust him. As the second reading reminds us "the love of Christ overwhelms us!" and it is that loving God who will look after us in times of difficulty and who gives us peace of heart.
Fr Damian
THIS WEEK
Parish webcam can be viewed on our YouTube channel
(search for Ballymoney Parish)
SATURDAY 19th 5pm Confessions (until 5.30pm)
6pm Vigil Mass
SUNDAY 20th 10am Mass
4pm Vespers & Benediction (not open to the public)
5pm Mass
MONDAY 21st 10am Mass
WEDNESDAY 23rd 10.30am Mass (not open to public)
FRIDAY 25th 5.30pm Confessions (until 6.30)
7pm Mass
Our Lady & St Patrick’s is open Friday to Monday from 12noon to 4pm for private prayer.
WE PRAY FOR THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED
Recently Deceased
Elizabeth Reid (Ballintoy)
Month’s Mind
Teresa McErlain
Anniversaries
Canon Dominic McHugh, Kathleen & Paddy Hegarty, Mary Law, Jim McComb, Mary McGill, Ciaran Taggart
REQUIESCAT IN PACE
CONGRATULATIONS
to the family of Annie McToal who was baptised in the parish last weekend.
FR DAN WHYTE
This week marks the diamond jubilee of the ordination of Fr Dan Whyte who served as curate in our parish from 1970 to 1983.
Fr Damian spoke to him during the week to wish him well and Fr Dan sends his regards and prayers to the people of Ballymoney and Dervock who he remembers very fondly. Ad multos annos, Fr Dan!
PARISH FINANCES
Thank you for your support of our parish collections.
Collection envelopes can be left in the church at Mass times or left at the parochial house any time. You can also set up a standing order or make a one-off payment to our account with these details:
Parish of Ballymoney & Derrykeighan
Sort code: 95-06-79
Account No: 10020192.
Please make cheques payable to:
Parish of Ballymoney & Derrykeighan
PETER’S PENCE
The second collection this week is the traditional
Peter’s Pence offering. This goes to the Pope to allow him to answer requests for help from poor churches around the world. Thank you for your support.
TRADITIONAL LATIN MASS
There will be a traditional Missa Cantata (sung latin Mass) in Our Lady & St Patrick’s on Thursday 1st July at 7.30pm to celebrate the feast of the Precious Blood of
Jesus. All are welcome to attend.
ONLINE SERVICES FROM KNOCK
Daily Masses continue to be broadcast on the Knock Shrine website and Facebook page at 12noon and 7.30pm with the Rosary at 7pm. On Sunday Mass is broadcast at 12noon and 3pm with the Rosary at 2.30pm. Prayers and petitions can be sent through the website.
ONLINE SERVICES FROM LOURDES
The shrine of Our Lady in Lourdes has a website at: www.lourdes-france.org
You can watch Masses and devotions in English (or other languages) each day and send in prayers and petitions.
LOUGH DERG 2021
Lough Derg regrets that it will not be possible in 2021 to reopen Station Island for the Traditional Three Day Pilgrimage or even for the autumn programme of Day Retreats. Lough Derg will again offer the opportunity to “Do Lough Derg from wherever you are” on 3rd – 5th July.
The outdoor Pilgrimage on the Lough Shore Pilgrim Path will also be available as the summer goes on. Further information from Lough Derg office 0(0353) 71 9861518 or www.loughderg.org.
JOB VACANCY
A vacancy has arisen for a Parish Secretary for Dunloy & Cloughmills Parish, 14, Presbytery Lane, Dunloy, BT44 9DZ.
The post holder will be required to provide confidential, efficient and effective secretarial support to the Parish Priest, assistance to visitors and parishioners who visit or make contact with the Parish office, and to effectively and efficiently manage and maintain the Parish Office.
The terms are based on a permanent appointment requiring 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 9.00am to 1.00pm daily. Rate of Pay £10.50 gross per hour. Full details relating to the vacancy can be found on the Diocesan website.
BETHANY BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP
Our Bethany team are here to help the bereaved and grieving by listening and offering support. To contact them phone 07594 162 499.
ST VINCENT DE PAUL
Anyone seeking help or interested in assisting us with our work can contact our helpline (07860 455 549) or any member of the Society.
PRO-LIFE
Rally For Life will be holding 'Life Chains' in towns and cities throughout Northern Ireland on Saturday 3rd July from 2pm-4pm. For more information on a 'Life Chain' near you please contact Precious Life on 028 9027 8484 or email info@preciouslife.com