Sunday 16th Sept - Vol. 24 No 36

It Was You All Along

Figuratively speaking, we’ve all taken the wrong bus, made the wrong decision, worshipped the wrong God even. So, we can understand the mistake of this motley band wandering in the desert. Who hasn’t wanted a ‘golden calf’ - a God they could see, touch and feel? At least they were trying to praise a deity.

And who hasn’t experienced a glimpse of the joy of God when the lost ones are found? If a key or document that is found can prompt such a response, how much more a human life? While some are more comfortable with a God whose ‘wrath…..blazes out’; we obviously have an involved God and God who cares.

A God who is a father - prodigious in giving. Who in some way has been told by Western culture (younger son); ‘I’m taking all my inheritance from you and going to treat you like you were dead’ Could our churches be like the elder brother, doing the right thing, but with no real heart.

Maybe in the end, we will realize that we were more searched for than searching, more found by God than lost. After our course of life, with all its twists and turns we can say ‘ it was you all along that I sought’.

BAPTISMS
Our parish family welcomes
Elle Teresa Sutherland, 31 Liscannor Park
Charlie Shae English, 11 Maple Road

DEATHS
We offer our sympathy to the family and friends of
Rosemary Murray, 1 Drumlaheen Cres.
Agnes Doherty, 12 Templegrove,
Patsy Murphy, 84 Rossnagalliagh who died during the week.
May they rest in peace.

CHILDREN’S LITURGY GROUP
resumes today Sunday 16th September at 12.30pm Mass. All children from P1 up are welcome. Anyone who is willing to help in any way is welcome to come along to the Group any Sunday. Please contact one of the priests or one of the group.

CHOIR
The 11.15am Sunday Choir seeks new members both male and female. If interested come along to the practice on Tuesdays at 8.15pm in the Upper Room. All welcome

SUNDAY MASSES during September will be as follows:
Vigil 6.00pm. 9.30am, 11.15am and 12.30pm.

SUNDAY COLLECTION for 9th September amounted to £2079.25
Thank you for your generosity

PRAYING WITH SCRIPTURE GROUP continues on Tuesdays after 10am Mass in the Oratory

PATHWAY TO PRAYER
One year
Spirituality course will be held in Thornhill centre on Mondays 7.30pm-9.30pm beginning 1st October The course will allow people the opportunity nourish their intellect and so feed their spirit. For details telephone 71351233

FOUNDATIONS IN LITURGY
A One Year Course will be held in Thornhill Centre every Tuesday 7.30pm-9.45pm beginning 2nd October. This course is designed to foster an understanding of the richness of the Liturgy of the Church. For details ring 71351233

LEGION OF MARY PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK will take place on Sunday 30th September Cost Adults £12 Children £6 Deposit of £5 is required. For further details Tel. 71359378 0r 71372039

HOLY FAMILY LOURDES PILGRIMAGE 150TH ANNIVERSARY 23rd July 2008 Spiritual Director Fr. Paddy O’Kane Savings scheme in Parochial House on Thursdays 8.30-9.00pm. For details contact Margaret 07732468511

MARRIGE PREPARATION WORKSHOP 5th/6th October in Thornhill Centre Friday 7pm to 10pm and Saturday 10.00am-4.00pm. Booking forms available from the Pastoral Centre 164 Bishop Street Tel. 71362475

CITIZENS OF SENIOR YEARS CLUB C.O.S.Y. is launching a flower arranging class in open to everyone commencing Monday 24th September in Farland Way 10.30am-12.30pm. Participants will be supported in making their own arrangements to take home. Refreshments will be provided. There will also be a weekly Line Dancing Club on Friday 21st September in Richmond Hall Rosemount. It is open to all. Refreshments included and transport available. For information call Aisling or Christy 71370196 or 07779458340

CROCHET/KNITTING CLASSES in Steelstown Gaelic Clubhouse Ballyarnett Wednesdays 7.00-9.00pm. Beginners welcome. Light refreshments served. For further information contact Charlotte 71263920

NORTH WEST REGIONAL COLLEGE Limited places are available on a range of Part Time Courses. Tel. 71276000 for details.

ST. EUGENE’S SCOUTS are looking for boys and girls 6-11yrs interested in making new friends playing games, learning skills, art and crafts. Beaver Meetings for children age 6-8yrs 7-8.00pm Tuesdays in St. Anne’s School. Cub Meetings for children aged 8-10 yrs. 8-9.00pm on Tuesdays in St. Anne’s School. Come along and join in.

LEE APPAREL 30th ANNIVERSARY RE UNION DANCE Sunday 30th September in Millennium Forum. Buffet and music 8.-10.00pm. Tickets cost £10 and are available from Maiden City Taxis, Nicers Takeaway Sackville Street or by calling Michael Carlin 71269513 or Billy Hutchinson at 71267710 after 6.00pm.

WALKING FOR HEALTH
Why not join ‘The Shantallow Strollers’ on Tuesday evenings at 7.00pm. and Wednesday mornings at 11.00am at Shantallow Community Centre. Contact Sadie Brown 71355546.

MCLAUGHLIN SCHOOL OF IRISH DANCING
Orlaith Leppard TCRG will hold classes in the ‘Cottage’ Craft Village, Shipquay Street on Wednesdays at 5.30pm. And Fridays at 5.00pm. Also Glenview Community Centre on Thursdays at 5.45pm.