"Lord, send out your Spirit
and renew the face of the earth."
and renew the face of the earth."
With all good wishes for the Easter Season. “The spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you”.
First Holy Communion We welcome all 45 children and their families this weekend for this very special moment on their journey of faith. We thank all who have been involved in helping them to prepare for this special time, at school, at home, and in the parish. We pray that the blessings of the Eucharist will stay with the children for a long time to come and that they will become committed members of the Body of Christ. The Mass will be live streamed on our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@standrewsbearsden
Save the date: For all the First Communicants and their families, there will be a Mass of Thanksgiving at 10a.m. on Sunday 9th June followed by a big First Holy Communion party.
Our piety stall has a fine selection of First Communion cards and various for all occasions.
TODAY, 19th MAY 2024 NEW KILPATRICK PARISH CHURCH All Bearsden congregations are invited to take part in ‘A Sing Together’, one of the celebrations marking the 375th Anniversary of the founding of New Kilpatrick Church. 14:00 Scratch Rehearsal, 15:00 Big Sing for the local Care Homes, 18:30 Songs of Praise. Wouldn’t it be marvellous if all the seats were taken? Come along and sing hymns from across the centuries. Help to make this a Community Celebration marking an historical event.
Rosary ~ Monday to Friday 9.30a.m. and in the month of May - Sundays 4.30p.m. 26th May - outdoor rosary weather permitting to mark Laudato Si week.
First Holy Communion We welcome all 45 children and their families this weekend for this very special moment on their journey of faith. We thank all who have been involved in helping them to prepare for this special time, at school, at home, and in the parish. We pray that the blessings of the Eucharist will stay with the children for a long time to come and that they will become committed members of the Body of Christ. The Mass will be live streamed on our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@standrewsbearsden
Save the date: For all the First Communicants and their families, there will be a Mass of Thanksgiving at 10a.m. on Sunday 9th June followed by a big First Holy Communion party.
Our piety stall has a fine selection of First Communion cards and various for all occasions.
TODAY, 19th MAY 2024 NEW KILPATRICK PARISH CHURCH All Bearsden congregations are invited to take part in ‘A Sing Together’, one of the celebrations marking the 375th Anniversary of the founding of New Kilpatrick Church. 14:00 Scratch Rehearsal, 15:00 Big Sing for the local Care Homes, 18:30 Songs of Praise. Wouldn’t it be marvellous if all the seats were taken? Come along and sing hymns from across the centuries. Help to make this a Community Celebration marking an historical event.
Rosary ~ Monday to Friday 9.30a.m. and in the month of May - Sundays 4.30p.m. 26th May - outdoor rosary weather permitting to mark Laudato Si week.
Catholic Social Teaching Thought for the Week – 19th May 2024 Let us ask the Lord for the grace that a new wave of love for our neighbour may sweep over this poor world. Venerable Pope John Paul I
Laudato Si’ – On Care for our Common Home – In the Bible, the God who liberates and saves is the same God who created the universe, and these two divine ways of acting are intimately and inseparably connected: “Ah Lord God! It is you who made the heavens and the earth by your great power and by your outstretched arm!" (Jer 32:17). (#73)
This year, the theme of Laudato Si’ week, 19 – 26 May, is "Seeds of Hope", inspired by Laudate Deum which exhorts: "There are no lasting changes without cultural changes [...] and there are no cultural changes without personal changes" (LD 70). Why not sign up for the free newsletter of the Laudato Si’ Movement to find out more about what is going on to bring about this cultural change:- https://laudatosimovement.org/
This Laudato Si’ Week and Pentecost, we are invited to gather in community to contemplate and nurture seeds of hope for our “suffering planet” (LD 2). On Thursday 23rd May, the Scottish Laity Network has organised an online seminar, 7.00-8.30 pm, on Imagining a Christian Response to the Climate Crisis. Register via this link: https://scottishlaitynetwork.org.uk/
Laudato Si’ – On Care for our Common Home – In the Bible, the God who liberates and saves is the same God who created the universe, and these two divine ways of acting are intimately and inseparably connected: “Ah Lord God! It is you who made the heavens and the earth by your great power and by your outstretched arm!" (Jer 32:17). (#73)
This year, the theme of Laudato Si’ week, 19 – 26 May, is "Seeds of Hope", inspired by Laudate Deum which exhorts: "There are no lasting changes without cultural changes [...] and there are no cultural changes without personal changes" (LD 70). Why not sign up for the free newsletter of the Laudato Si’ Movement to find out more about what is going on to bring about this cultural change:- https://laudatosimovement.org/
This Laudato Si’ Week and Pentecost, we are invited to gather in community to contemplate and nurture seeds of hope for our “suffering planet” (LD 2). On Thursday 23rd May, the Scottish Laity Network has organised an online seminar, 7.00-8.30 pm, on Imagining a Christian Response to the Climate Crisis. Register via this link: https://scottishlaitynetwork.org.uk/
Interested in becoming a Catholic? Please get in touch. The programme of learning and instruction will begin after summer and prepares adults for the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. Please speak to Fr. Mackle if you would like to know more.
Head Teacher Post - EDC has advised in a recent letter that after the summer break Mrs Grogan will take up her new appointment at headteacher of Balmuildy Primary School. We thank Mrs Grogan for her nine years as headteacher between the two schools of St Andrew's and St Nicholas’ and wish her well in her new role. A new appointment will be made in due course.
Summer Mass Schedule. In order that one priest is able to say Masses in both St Andrew's and St Joseph's during July and August, a Mass schedule has been drawn up by the Pastoral Area Council. As it has become increasingly difficult to arrange a summer supply priest, due to there being fewer priests now, a reduced number of Masses for July and August has become necessary. The summer Mass schedule leaflet will be distributed this weekend.
Walk for Vocations - Whole Deanery is invited. Gathering will be at Lidl - McDonald’s in Kirkintilloch on Sunday 9th June at 2.30p.m. to reach Schoenstatt at 5p.m. for Holy Rosary. Route is mostly along paths but there are some roads to cross. Wear walking shoes and it might be raining. Children, young persons and vulnerable adults must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times. It would be great if some folk could meet us at Schoenstatt for the Rosary… and bring some drivers back to Kirkintilloch!
The new lectionary - the new translation of the readings at Mass will come into use from 1st December, the beginning of Advent. The English Standard Version Catholic Edition has been chosen by the Bishops of Scotland to ensure that ‘the treasures of the Bible can be opened up more lavishly for the faithful at the table of God’s word.’ If you use a missal, you will need to replace yours. The Catholic Truth Society and other publishers will be producing the Sunday and Weekday Missals. The app, Universalis, has advised that it will ensure that the new texts are available for Advent.
Lunch Club – given the growing popularity and increasing numbers attending Lunch Club we are looking for volunteers to assist with prep and/or serve once a month on a Thursday afternoon for a few hours only. Interested? Ring 07985 129119
Pax Christi Chair Marian Pallister will give an address about her work on 3rd June at 7p,m. in Holy Cross, Croy. She is SCIAF ambassador for Argyll and the Isles and is J&P Commissioner there. All most welcome!
Trip to Galway and Knock, dinner, bed & breakfast + entertainment 15-19th September. £649 per person. Deposit £40 required. Only a few places left. Contact Catherine (07747 409388) or Helen (07912 314144).
URGENT ACTION NEEDED – Pro-abortion MP Stella Creasy has tabled a new abortion up to birth amendment to the Criminal Justice Bill. Please click this easy-to-use tool link below to contact your MP now. Simply enter your details, and a pre-prepared text will be sent to your MP asking them to oppose the extreme abortion up to birth amendment. It only takes 30 seconds. https://righttolife.org.uk/uptobirth
Assisted Suicide – Called to Care, Not to Kill. Please contact your MSP today to stop assisted suicide becoming legal in Scotland. Use the QR code to access an online resource created by the Catholic Parliamentary Office, including guidance on contacting your MSP. You can also visit www.rcpolitics.org/assistedsuicide or email us at [email protected] for more information.
Save the date - Saturday 22nd June - Family Quiz Night.
Children’s Choir Dates 10a.m. Mass St Andrew’s Church. If your child is not at St Nicholas’ and they would like to join the choir, please contact Annamaria ([email protected]/0141942 9799) to arrange rehearsal links: 9th & 16th June 10a.m. Mass.
Join the Dynamic Youth Ministries Team of St Andrew’s & St Joseph’s! We’re dedicated to creating impactful events, retreats, and activities for young people. Whether you’re a young parishioner or a parent, your involvement is vital. Interested in joining? Contact [email protected]
Eco-Congregation Scotland. We at St Andrew’s are an eco congregation.
Eco-Congregation Scotland are having their AGM next Saturday 25th May 10.30am to 4.00pm (doors open 10.00am) Stirling Baptist Church, 67 Murray Place, Stirling FK8 1AU and online.
All are very welcome.
Link to sign up and some more information on the event www.ecocongregationscotland.org/agm2024/
Eco-Congregation Scotland are having their AGM next Saturday 25th May 10.30am to 4.00pm (doors open 10.00am) Stirling Baptist Church, 67 Murray Place, Stirling FK8 1AU and online.
All are very welcome.
Link to sign up and some more information on the event www.ecocongregationscotland.org/agm2024/
Before receiving Holy Communion, we are asked to make some act of reverence such as a bow.
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 Monday to Thursday. All most welcome.
For women affected by separation and divorce-confidential and peer support Friday 7th June 2024. St Patrick's, Dumbarton 6-8p.m. [email protected]
You can raise FREE donations for the parish every time you shop online. Take a moment to sign up at https://tinyurl.com/StAndrewsBearsden2023
Support For Drumchapel Foodbank. Non-perishable food items are always gratefully received and can be placed in the House porch. Donations can also be taken straight to the Foodbank at Ladyloan Pl Unit 9, G15 8LB. We regularly use cash donations to purchase food items for delivery straight to the foodbank.
Our rota is always looking for more foodbank volunteer drivers. If you can help, please get in touch. Thanks for continuing to give the foodbank your support.
Our soup-run volunteers collect donations every evening from M & S Milngavie for delivery to St Gregory’s Foodbank and Aspire West End. If you are interested in volunteering once or twice a month, please get in touch with Veronica McLaughlin - [email protected].
Parish Bulletin: Items for inclusion should be sent to [email protected] by 5 p.m. on the Tuesday before publication and should not exceed 80 words. 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.
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 Monday to Thursday. All most welcome.
For women affected by separation and divorce-confidential and peer support Friday 7th June 2024. St Patrick's, Dumbarton 6-8p.m. [email protected]
You can raise FREE donations for the parish every time you shop online. Take a moment to sign up at https://tinyurl.com/StAndrewsBearsden2023
Support For Drumchapel Foodbank. Non-perishable food items are always gratefully received and can be placed in the House porch. Donations can also be taken straight to the Foodbank at Ladyloan Pl Unit 9, G15 8LB. We regularly use cash donations to purchase food items for delivery straight to the foodbank.
Our rota is always looking for more foodbank volunteer drivers. If you can help, please get in touch. Thanks for continuing to give the foodbank your support.
Our soup-run volunteers collect donations every evening from M & S Milngavie for delivery to St Gregory’s Foodbank and Aspire West End. If you are interested in volunteering once or twice a month, please get in touch with Veronica McLaughlin - [email protected].
Parish Bulletin: Items for inclusion should be sent to [email protected] by 5 p.m. on the Tuesday before publication and should not exceed 80 words. 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.
Please remember in your prayers those in need, those who are sick and housebound and those in hospital.
Recently Dead: Joe Begen, Gertrude DiChacca, Nora Hassett, Hugh Holland, Jim McAllister, Paddy Quinn, May Ryan and Rena Rees.
Anniversaries: Elizabeth Barrett, Elizabeth Brannan, Alice Cassidy, William English, Chic Kerr, Camilla Sheridan, Bill Shillinglaw and Marian Teague.
Recently Dead: Joe Begen, Gertrude DiChacca, Nora Hassett, Hugh Holland, Jim McAllister, Paddy Quinn, May Ryan and Rena Rees.
Anniversaries: Elizabeth Barrett, Elizabeth Brannan, Alice Cassidy, William English, Chic Kerr, Camilla Sheridan, Bill Shillinglaw and Marian Teague.
