​"Blessed are they who have kept the word with a generous heart
and yield a harvest through perseverance."

ST ANDREW'S, BEARSDEN.
Vigil Mass - Saturday 5.30p.m.

• No weekend Confessions 11th - 24th July

Sunday Morning Mass - 10a.m.
Weekday Masses for this week:

• Thursday at 10a.m.

Eucharistic Service:

• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday at 10a.m.

Rosary:

• Monday to Friday 9:30a.m.

Saturday Adoration:

• 10a.m. - 11a.m. 

ST JOSEPH'S, MILNGAVIE.
Vigil Mass - Saturday 4p.m. 

• Confessions - 3.30p.m. to 3.40p.m. 

Sunday Morning Mass - 11.30a.m.

​From 8th to 24th July, Fr. John Lyons will celebrate the weekend Masses. I know you will make him very welcome.

• ​During this time, if you need to arrange a Funeral or Sick Call you are asked to phone the chapel house and will be directed from there.
• During this period there will be no weekend confessions and one weekday Mass which will be announced by Fr. John.

If you wish to put in a recently deceased name or anniversary: 

• Please use the little sheets provided in the porch or sacristy. In addition, use an envelope.
• Please print the name in BLOCK CAPITALS and hand it to Fr. Michael or pop it through the letter box of the Chapel House.
• During the time Fr. John is here, please send any names of the recently departed or anniversaries directly to the bulletin email addres
• Many thanks.

​SCIAF SHIELD :

• Jason Cole has entered a team and paid the registration fee so any footballers from the parish who wish to play (and whatever anyone wants to pay) can contact him on this email address: [email protected] or phone 07940 585297.
• 12.00 p.m. Saturday 1st August 2026 Glasgow Goals South 941 Pollokshaws Rd, Glasgow, G41 2DX :
• More details of the event here: https://www.sciaf.org.uk/get-involved/events/799-the-sciaf-shield?ref=ed_direct 

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The Church is open until 5p.m. Monday to Saturday. Call in and enjoy the peace and quiet and take time to sit in the stillness in the silence of God.

Tea is served in the hut after daily Mass/Services Monday to Thursday. All most welcome.
 
​Before receiving Holy Communion, we are asked to make some act of reverence such as a bow.
 
'We Are Mission' handout is in the porch and free of charge.

Catholic Social Teaching Thought for the Week – 19th July 2026
If our church is not marked by caring for the poor, the oppressed, the hungry, we are guilty of heresy.
Saint Ignatius of Loyola
 
Laudato Si’ Quote - integral ecology
Although we are often not aware of it, we depend on these larger ecosystems for our own existence. We need only recall how ecosystems interact in dispersing carbon dioxide, purifying water, controlling illnesses and epidemics, forming soil, breaking down waste, and in many other ways which we overlook or simply do not know about.  (#140)

Monsignor Ryan:
We are delighted to share that Mgr Ryan's operation was successful. He is now sitting up, taking it easy and enjoying watching the golf as he recovers.
Mgr is deeply grateful for everyone's prayers, good wishes and support. He was also delighted to hear that Fr Lyon remembered him at Mass, for which he is very thankful.
Please continue to keep Mgr Ryan in your prayers as he makes a full and speedy recovery.
 
World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly:

• Everyone is warmly invited to a special celebration of the World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly at Carfin Grotto on Sunday 26th July 2026.
• Bishop John Keenan will celebrate Holy Mass at 3:00p.m, as we give thanks for the invaluable contribution of grandparents and elderly to our families, parishes and communities.
• Please bring your grandparents, family members and friends. All are welcome.

 
Pilgrimage for Life 2026:
The annual Pilgrimage for Life will take place at Carfin Grotto on Saturday 1st August 2026. Led by Bishop John Keenan, the day offers an opportunity for prayer, reflection and witness to the dignity and sanctity of every human life.
The programme includes:

• 12:00 Noon – Holy Mass
• 2:00 p.m. – Eucharistic Adoration
• 2:15 p.m. – Stations of the Cross
• 2:45 p.m. – Divine Mercy Chaplet
• 3:30 p.m. – Holy Rosary.

Families are especially encouraged to attend. All are welcome.
 
Ecumenical Prayer Service for the Commonwealth Games. Glasgow Churches Together and Run the Race Glasgow: To mark Glasgow’s welcome to the Commonwealth Games and to pray for unity, friendship and peace among all peoples.

• Sunday, 26th July 2026 at 3.00 pm in St Andrew’s Metropolitan Cathedral, Clyde Street.
• Church Leaders, Civic Leaders, representatives of the Trades House and Merchants House, congregations, athletes and their families are warmly invited to attend.
• Light refreshments will be served afterwards.
• RSVP [email protected]

 
March for Life UK 2026: In partnership with SPUC you are invited to join Bishop John Keenan on his coach to London for March for Life UK 2026.

• Departing midnight Friday 4 September from Paisley St Mirin's Cathedral, with a pickup 12.30am at Glasgow St. Andrew's Cathedral.
• Arriving in London at Emmanuel Centre approx. 7.30/8am Saturday 5 September for the Exhibition, Mass, talks and stall.
• Departing on Saturday 5 September at approx. 6:00pm, dropping off at Glasgow and Paisley. £30pp.
• For further details, visit https://rcdop.org.uk/marchforlife2026

 
Plastic Free July:

• Annual campaign encouraging people to cut down on single-use plastics throughout the month of July.  
• The goal is to raise awareness of plastic pollution and empower everyone to make small, sustainable changes - such as choosing reusable bags, bottles, and containers - that add up to a significant positive impact.  
• More information/resources: Plastic Free July – Be Part of the Plastic Pollution Solution

 
CHURCH DECORATION:

• As you know, the church is due to be painted sometime in August. We thought it would be practical to close the church during the week for the work to take place. Of course, any funerals would still take place.
• The weekend Masses would not be affected, they will continue as normal.
• Hoping that this does not put anyone out.
• Thanks for your understanding.

 
Legion of Mary:

• Is ooking for new members to help with the work they are involved in within the Parish. 
• We meet every Monday in the Hut at 6.00 p.m. for 1.5 hours. 
• If interested please come along and join us to find out more about our work or alternatively, phone Ann on 07988258977 for more information.

 
Join the Catholic Medical Association!

• Whether you are a doctor, nurse, student, or allied professional — if you are a Catholic in healthcare, join us to grow in fellowship, prayer and formation together.
• For more information & upcoming events, visit: https://catholicmedicalassociation.org

Altar Servers: Just a little reminder that after the summer we will have a meeting for anyone who would be interested in being an Altar Server. Many thanks to those who are serving already.
 
Support for Drumchapel Foodbank.

• Drumchapel Foodbank is particularly in need of extra donations during the summer holidays when school meals are not provided, and many families are under additional pressure to provide for their children.
• Non-perishable food items are always gratefully received.
• Please place in the box in the Church porch during usual opening times.
• Our rota is always looking for more foodbank volunteer drivers. If you can help, please contact [email protected].
• Thank you for continuing your support.

 
EASYFUNDRAISING:

• Your online shopping makes a real difference to us!
• St Andrew's RC Church Bearsden has raised £871.53 so far.
• You can raise FREE donations for the parish every time you shop online. If you're not supporting us, you can in just a few clicks.
• Sign up at https://tinyurl.com/StAndrewsBearsden2023

 
Our volunteers:

• Collect donations every evening from M&S Milngavie and deliver to St Gregory’s, Wyndford Foodbank and Aspire West End which helps people get back on their feet.
• If you are interested in volunteering or even providing occasional holiday cover, please get in touch with Veronica McLaughlin by email at: [email protected]

Parish Bulletin:

• Items for inclusion should be sent to [email protected] by 5p.m. on the Tuesday before publication, maximum 80 words. PLEASE NOTE that this email address is for Bulletin content ONLY.
• The Parish Bulletin is available weekly on our website/by email for all those on our Parish database and on the noticeboard in the Church porch.​​ To subscribe or update your email on the database please follow this link.

​"Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened,
and I will give you rest."