"I am the good shepherd,
and I know mine and mine know me,
just as the Father knows me and I know the Father;
and I will lay down my life for the sheep."
and I know mine and mine know me,
just as the Father knows me and I know the Father;
and I will lay down my life for the sheep."
With all good wishes for the Easter Season. “The spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you”.
We are seeking volunteers to lead the Rosary each Sunday in May at 4.30p.m. If you would like to volunteer, please contact Ann Colraine on [email protected]
This Sunday is Good Shepherd Sunday – World Day of Prayer for Vocations. Lord, Make Me Know Your Ways - Could God be calling you to serve as a priest? To find out more about discerning your vocation please speak to Fr Mackle. Speak to Deacon Tommy if you would like to find out about the vocation of the Permanent Diaconate.
We are seeking volunteers to lead the Rosary each Sunday in May at 4.30p.m. If you would like to volunteer, please contact Ann Colraine on [email protected]
This Sunday is Good Shepherd Sunday – World Day of Prayer for Vocations. Lord, Make Me Know Your Ways - Could God be calling you to serve as a priest? To find out more about discerning your vocation please speak to Fr Mackle. Speak to Deacon Tommy if you would like to find out about the vocation of the Permanent Diaconate.
Catholic Social Teaching Thought for the Week – 21st April 2024
Christ gave His life to redeem the world. The life of Christ was a life of sacrifice. The life of a Christian must be a life of sacrifice. We cannot imitate the sacrifice of Christ on Calvary by trying to get all we can. We can only imitate the sacrifice of Christ on Calvary by trying to give all we can. Peter Maurin
Laudato Si’ – On Care for our Common Home - In our time, the Church does not simply state that other creatures are completely subordinated to the good of human beings, as if they have no worth in themselves and can be treated as we wish. The German bishops have taught that, where other creatures are concerned, “we can speak of the priority of being over that of being useful”. (#69)
Ecclesiastical Students second collection – There will be a second collection at all the Masses this weekend for the Ecclesiastical Students.
Coffee Morning - Please join us in the Upper Hall this Sunday after 10a.m. Mass for tea, coffee and some delicious home baking. This month we are raising funds for The Paul O’Gorman Leukaemia Research Centre in Glasgow.
Monday April 22 is Earth Day and is a reminder of the importance of environmental conservation and sustainability, encouraging us to come together and take action for a healthier planet and brighter future. This year’s theme is ‘Planet v Plastics’. Let's unite in our efforts to protect the Earth today and for generations to come. Learn more and explore action to be taken on:- https://www.earthday.org/earth-day-2024/
St. Andrew’s Whist Drive will take place on Wednesday 24th April in the Lower Hall, from 2pm to 4:15pm. Tea, coffee and biscuits will be served. Entry £3. Looking forward to seeing everyone. New members always welcome.
In preparation for their First Holy Communion, there will be a Reconciliation Service for P4 boys and girls this Tuesday in St Nicholas’.
P7s who received Confirmation in January will join us this Friday 26th April for the 10a.m. Mass, the beginning of their retreat day – a day to help build on being sealed with the Holy Spirit as a Helper and a Guide at Confirmation. Remember to bring a packed lunch. Pupils at schools other than St Nicholas' will require necessary permissions. It'll be a great day. Finishes at 2p.m.
Adult Formation: Three short talks on important aspects of our Faith covering the human person, culture and evangelisation and a Catholic view of womanhood will be offered at Turnbull Hall (G12 8LG) on Saturday 27th April. Begins at 9am with Holy Mass and will end at 12.00 noon.
Wednesday 1 May is the feast of St Joseph the Worker and International Workers’ Day. Why not offer a decade of the Rosary for all workers, past and present, and in particular any Josephs that you know.
We look forward to P6s joining us for first Friday Mass to celebrate the feast of Saints Philip and James.
Kelvin Choir - Spring Concert in St John’s Renfield Church, Kelvinside, G12 0NY (opposite the Nuffield Hospital) on Saturday 4th May at 7.30pm. Programme comprises Haydn’s ‘Theresienmesse’ and Handel’s ‘Utrecht’ Te Deum, accompanied by the Glasgow Chamber Orchestra. Tickets are available at £12 from Chris Sanders (942 7519), Kelvin Choir Members or at the door.
First Holy Communion will be on Sunday 19th May at 12 Noon.
St Nicholas’ has organised a rehearsal for First Holy Communion on Thursday 16th May at 11a.m. in St Andrew’s, which is for all pupils from all schools.
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.
Walk for Vocations - Whole Deanery is invited. Gathering will be at Lidl - McDonald’s in Kirkintilloch on Sun 9th June at 2.30pm to reach Schoenstatt at 5pm 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!
Save the date - Saturday 22nd June - Family Quiz Night.
Our piety stall has a fine selection of First Communion cards and various for all occasions.
Interested in joining a pilgrimage to Fatima this October? Cost £799 inclusive of transport and full board. Contact World Apostolate of Fatima-Scotland, St Benedict’s Tel. 07950 502991 email: [email protected]
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 and silence of God.
Tea is served in the hut after daily Mass Monday to Thursday. All most welcome.
Please drive with care within the church grounds and observe the 5-mph speed limit at all times. This is extremely important when coming round the bend at the bottom of the driveway. Pedestrians, please do use the pavement from the church entrance to the Lower Hall.
For women affected by separation and divorce-confidential and peer support Friday 3rd May 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
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.
Christ gave His life to redeem the world. The life of Christ was a life of sacrifice. The life of a Christian must be a life of sacrifice. We cannot imitate the sacrifice of Christ on Calvary by trying to get all we can. We can only imitate the sacrifice of Christ on Calvary by trying to give all we can. Peter Maurin
Laudato Si’ – On Care for our Common Home - In our time, the Church does not simply state that other creatures are completely subordinated to the good of human beings, as if they have no worth in themselves and can be treated as we wish. The German bishops have taught that, where other creatures are concerned, “we can speak of the priority of being over that of being useful”. (#69)
Ecclesiastical Students second collection – There will be a second collection at all the Masses this weekend for the Ecclesiastical Students.
Coffee Morning - Please join us in the Upper Hall this Sunday after 10a.m. Mass for tea, coffee and some delicious home baking. This month we are raising funds for The Paul O’Gorman Leukaemia Research Centre in Glasgow.
Monday April 22 is Earth Day and is a reminder of the importance of environmental conservation and sustainability, encouraging us to come together and take action for a healthier planet and brighter future. This year’s theme is ‘Planet v Plastics’. Let's unite in our efforts to protect the Earth today and for generations to come. Learn more and explore action to be taken on:- https://www.earthday.org/earth-day-2024/
St. Andrew’s Whist Drive will take place on Wednesday 24th April in the Lower Hall, from 2pm to 4:15pm. Tea, coffee and biscuits will be served. Entry £3. Looking forward to seeing everyone. New members always welcome.
In preparation for their First Holy Communion, there will be a Reconciliation Service for P4 boys and girls this Tuesday in St Nicholas’.
P7s who received Confirmation in January will join us this Friday 26th April for the 10a.m. Mass, the beginning of their retreat day – a day to help build on being sealed with the Holy Spirit as a Helper and a Guide at Confirmation. Remember to bring a packed lunch. Pupils at schools other than St Nicholas' will require necessary permissions. It'll be a great day. Finishes at 2p.m.
Adult Formation: Three short talks on important aspects of our Faith covering the human person, culture and evangelisation and a Catholic view of womanhood will be offered at Turnbull Hall (G12 8LG) on Saturday 27th April. Begins at 9am with Holy Mass and will end at 12.00 noon.
Wednesday 1 May is the feast of St Joseph the Worker and International Workers’ Day. Why not offer a decade of the Rosary for all workers, past and present, and in particular any Josephs that you know.
We look forward to P6s joining us for first Friday Mass to celebrate the feast of Saints Philip and James.
Kelvin Choir - Spring Concert in St John’s Renfield Church, Kelvinside, G12 0NY (opposite the Nuffield Hospital) on Saturday 4th May at 7.30pm. Programme comprises Haydn’s ‘Theresienmesse’ and Handel’s ‘Utrecht’ Te Deum, accompanied by the Glasgow Chamber Orchestra. Tickets are available at £12 from Chris Sanders (942 7519), Kelvin Choir Members or at the door.
First Holy Communion will be on Sunday 19th May at 12 Noon.
St Nicholas’ has organised a rehearsal for First Holy Communion on Thursday 16th May at 11a.m. in St Andrew’s, which is for all pupils from all schools.
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.
Walk for Vocations - Whole Deanery is invited. Gathering will be at Lidl - McDonald’s in Kirkintilloch on Sun 9th June at 2.30pm to reach Schoenstatt at 5pm 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!
Save the date - Saturday 22nd June - Family Quiz Night.
Our piety stall has a fine selection of First Communion cards and various for all occasions.
Interested in joining a pilgrimage to Fatima this October? Cost £799 inclusive of transport and full board. Contact World Apostolate of Fatima-Scotland, St Benedict’s Tel. 07950 502991 email: [email protected]
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 and silence of God.
Tea is served in the hut after daily Mass Monday to Thursday. All most welcome.
Please drive with care within the church grounds and observe the 5-mph speed limit at all times. This is extremely important when coming round the bend at the bottom of the driveway. Pedestrians, please do use the pavement from the church entrance to the Lower Hall.
For women affected by separation and divorce-confidential and peer support Friday 3rd May 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
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: Fr Martin Chambers, Isabella Collins, Jim McAllister, Bill McGown, Iain McKay and James Bruntin Wilson.
Anniversaries: Jim Main, Rose Chambers, David and Sadie Coyle, Ellen Finlayson, Kathleen Hocking, Maisie Kelly, Sheila Kelly, James and Anna McKean, John McKinnon, Michael Sheerin, Ella Smith, Jane Tait, Andrew Thompson and John Williams.
Recently Dead: Fr Martin Chambers, Isabella Collins, Jim McAllister, Bill McGown, Iain McKay and James Bruntin Wilson.
Anniversaries: Jim Main, Rose Chambers, David and Sadie Coyle, Ellen Finlayson, Kathleen Hocking, Maisie Kelly, Sheila Kelly, James and Anna McKean, John McKinnon, Michael Sheerin, Ella Smith, Jane Tait, Andrew Thompson and John Williams.
