Sunday 3rd May 2026 Fifth Sunday of Easter (Year A)

“I am the true vine 
and my Father is the vine grower."
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St Andrew's, Bearsden.

• Vigil Mass (Saturday) - 5.30p.m.
• Mass - Sunday morning - 10a.m.
• Confessions - Sunday before Mass - 9.10a.m. until 9.40a.m.
• It may be of help in Bearsden on Sunday mornings if you wish to speak to Fr. Michael to do so after morning confessions which end at 9.40am.
• Eucharistic Services - Monday to Friday 10a.m.
• Saturday mornings Holy Hour from 10a.m.-11a.m. This usually takes place every Saturday and you are welcome to pop in for whatever amount of time you can give.

St Joseph's, Milngavie.

• Vigil Mass (Saturday) - 4p.m.
• Confessions - Saturday - 3.30p.m. until 3.40p.m.
• Mass - Sunday - 11.30a.m.

FUNERAL/SICK CALLS. If you have to make contact concerning a funeral or sick call, please phone the Chapel House and you will be guided by the answering machine.
 
FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS: The funeral of James McCann will take place on Monday, 11th May at 10am in St. Andrew's Church.
 
COLLECTION(S) FOR 26/04/26

• Plate- £715.
• Second Collection: Society of African Missions £2,360.

If you have SCIAF BOXES ready to return, please do so.
 
Many thanks to all who baked, helped and attended April’s coffee morning in aid of Roisin McLaren’s volunteer trip to Kenya. She is going to support and teach in an education centre there. The amazing sum of £633.33 was raised and Roisin sends a huge thank you to you all, she is bowled over by your kindness and generosity.
​Also, Fr Mathew J. Parumoottil (March’s coffee morning) has sent a ‘thank you’ letter which is on the Narthax board. 
 
Lunch Club:

• The next meeting of the lunch club is this Thursday, 7th May, 12.30-2.30p.m. in the Upper Hall.
• As always everyone is very welcome.
• Come along bring a friend, a neighbour, a family member and enjoy lunch “in a warm friendly environment".

 
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION:

• Some of our children will receive their First Holy Communion on Sunday, 10th May at 12 Noon Mass.
• Please keep them in your prayers.

 
PARISH PADRE PIO Group:

• Meets for prayers in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel at St Andrews, Roman Road at 2p.m. on the first Monday of each month.
• Next meeting is this Monday, 4th May 2026. 

Catholic Social Teaching Thought for the Week – 3rd May 2026
Do not strip the vines bare in your vineyard or gather the fallen grapes. Leave the fallen fruit and some grapes on the vine for the poor and strangers living among you; for I am the Eternal One your God. Leviticus 19:10
 
Laudato Si’ Quote - on new biological technologies Discussions are needed in which all those directly or indirectly affected (farmers, consumers, civil authorities, scientists, seed producers, people living near fumigated fields, and others) can make known their problems and concerns, and have access to adequate and reliable information in order to make decisions for the common good, present and future. (#135)
 
THE PIETY STALL has a range of cards and gifts on sale for First Communion and Confirmation.

Pray in May with Mary’s Meals:

• During the month of May, as we take time to honour and celebrate Our Lady in a special way, please join us in praying for the hungry children who rely on our life-changing school meals, and for all the children and families around the world who live in poverty.
• Visit www.marysmeals.org.uk/prayinmay to access our prayer resources.

 
Choir Dates for this term all at 10a.m. Mass:

• 10th &17th May
• 14th & 21st June
• If your child is not at St Nicholas and would like to join the choir, please contact Annamaria Strachan 0141 942 9799 /07749 715514/ [email protected]

 
St Margaret of Scotland Youth Group 50th Anniversary Fundraising Dinner:

• Saturday 9th May at the Raddison Blu, Glasgow.
• Join the SMSYG as they celebrate their 50th year of assisting the Archdiocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage.
• Tickets are £65.
• Drinks reception, 3-course meal, music and dancing. 6.30pm-late.
• For tickets and information contact Megan on 07908 552138.

 
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.
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Tea is served in the hut after daily Mass/Services Monday to Thursday. All most welcome.
 
NET Scotland:

• Say yes to adventure.
• Be a Missionary with NET Scotland.
• Are you a young Catholic aged 18-28?
• NET Scotland is now accepting applications to join the team for the upcoming year (August 2026 – June 2027).
• A year with NET is an adventure - grow in a life of prayer, experience authentic community and impact thousands of lives by sharing your story.
• Visit https://www.netscotland.org/apply to apply.
• Any questions? Email [email protected] and we’ll get back to you.

RETREAT WEEKENDS FOR PEOPLE THINKING ABOUT WHAT IS NEXT IN LIFE:

• 'Navigating the way forward' - 8-10 May (Benedictine Monastery, Largs)
• Take time out with God for reflection, input and community as we consider how to discern where we are and where we might be invited to next steps.
• For those facing choices in life, or wondering if there are changes which would lead to greater growth.
• Go to https://www.iscglasgow.co.uk

 
The Knights of Saint Columba (KSC) invite all youth and young people (4 -18 Years) to actively participate in the National Youth and Young People’s Competition 2025-2026. ​

• 1. Prayer Composition (Deadline: Wednesday, 6th May 2026)
• 2. Essay Writing (Deadline: Wednesday, 6th May 2026).
• The respective competition rules and further details are found on https://tinyurl.com/KSCYouthYoungCompetition2526.
• For more info contact: [email protected]

 
Early Alert - Laudato Si’ Week - May 17 -24 is a time to: reflect on how we care for the world, the poor, and the diversity of life; nurture hope for the planet; gather in community; be rooted in faith and love. For more info / resources: laudatosiweek.org  
 
Support for Drumchapel Foodbank:

• Non-perishable food items are always gratefully received. Please place in the box in the Church porch during usual opening times.
  
• Donations can 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 contact [email protected].
  
• Thank you for continuing to give the foodbank your support.

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.
• The Parish Bulletin is available weekly on our website/by email for all those on our Parish database (subscribe here to have it emailed weekly) 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 Deceased: Rosaleen Burke and James McCann.
Anniversaries: William McInulty and Andrew Thompson.