THE FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT – (YEAR A) (p.281)
26th MARCH 2023 – RAISING LAZARUS – Violet Aid us in the final weeks of our Lenten journey. Whatever our failures so far, give us the strength to continue by putting our hands in those of our Saviour. Let us welcome Jesus into our imperfect lives, for He loves us as He loved His friend Lazarus.
| R 1 | Ezekiel 37:12-14 | I shall put my spirit in you, and you will live |
| Psalm | 129 | Come to me and I shall give you rest. |
| R 2 | Romans 8:8-11 | The Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you |
| Acclaim | the Gospel | Praise to you, O Christ, King of Eternal Glory (2) I am the resurrection and the life, says the Lord; whoever believes in me will never die.. |
| Gospel | John 11:1-45 | I am the resurrection and the life |
Reflect: Martha and Mary both meet Jesus with the same greeting, even if one does so with faith and the other with reproach. Both display a deep feeling that the presence of Jesus is incompatible to the finality and pain of death. Can we approach the events of Good Friday with the same clarity, while carrying our own experiences(s) of loss and mourning? __________________________________________________________________________________
SERVICES THIS WEEK
Tuesday Mar 21 9:30 am St Cyril & St Methodius (vol.1, p.326) (Violet)
Thursday Mar 23 9:30 am (vol.1, p.331) (Violet)
Friday Mar 24 7:00 pm Stations of the Cross
Saturday Apr 01 9:30 am (vol.2 p.985) (White)
INCOME 19 Mar
Gift Aid 115.00 Offertory 160.00 Lenten Alms 155.00 Votives 147.00 Quarterly 40.00ll Stall 10.00 St Anthony’s 15.00 The second collection today is for sick and retired priests of the archdiocese
INCOME 19 Mar
Gift Aid 115.00 Offertory 160.00 Lenten Alms 155.00 Votives 147.00 Quarterly 40.00ll Stall 10.00 St Anthony’s 15.00 The second collection today is for sick and retired priests of the archdiocese
The Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network MAR 2023
For victims of abuse
We pray for those who have suffered harm from members of the Church; may they find within the Church herself a concrete response to their pain and suffering.
The Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network MAR 2023
For victims of abuse
We pray for those who have suffered harm from members of the Church; may they find within the Church herself a concrete response to their pain and suffering.
We remember all those who have died recently and all those whose anniversaries occur at this time.
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Eternal rest give unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen.
We remember all those who have died recently and all those whose anniversaries occur at this time.
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Eternal rest give unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen.
MAKE YOUR LENT HOLY THIS YEAR
Stations of the Cross continue at 7:00pm this Friday evening, indeed on all Friday evenings during Lent. Please consider coming to join with other parishioners to reflect on Our Saviour’s passion. See the poster on main noticeboard in the porch. Volunteers are sought for the remaining slot(s).
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PARISH
PARISH JUSTICE & PEACE LENTEN CAMPAIGN The appeal attempts to cover three out of many crises competing for our attention. In partnership with the DEC (Disasters Emergency Committee) we have a split donation box at the back of the church. We thank you for your donations. Please help the chart markers rise further. Afghanistan has 5.9 million suffering from famine. Ukraine’s Humanitarian Appeal helps the millions suffering lack of fuel, heat, and shelter after war damage to civilian infrastructure. The Pakistan Floods Appeal continues to affect 33 million people, inundating their homes and crops. Our prayers and donations can help them.
PARISH JUSTICE & PEACE LENTEN CAMPAIGN The appeal attempts to cover three out of many crises competing for our attention. In partnership with the DEC (Disasters Emergency Committee) we have a split donation box at the back of the church. We thank you for your donations. Please help the chart markers rise further. Afghanistan has 5.9 million suffering from famine. Ukraine’s Humanitarian Appeal helps the millions suffering lack of fuel, heat, and shelter after war damage to civilian infrastructure. The Pakistan Floods Appeal continues to affect 33 million people, inundating their homes and crops. Our prayers and donations can help them.
THE SUNDAY CAFÉ
All welcome to the Sunday Café after Mass. Donations. £1.00 for an adult, and 50p for a child enable support to charities.
RIGHT TO LIFE for the 5th Sunday of Lent: “Yesterday, we celebrated the feast of the Annunciation of the Lord, the day we commemorate when the Lord Jesus took on human flesh. Let us pray that all expectant mothers and fathers will be given the grace of God and the help of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Lord hear us”
A DAY OF CONFESSIONS in the Cathedral on FRI 31st MAR between 9:00 am and 5:15 pm.
CHILD CAR SEAT LOOKING FOR A NEW HOME A Graco Junior car seat (group 2/3) is looking for a new owner. Good condition. Phone 07411 365 876
LENTEN TALKS are still being held at St Andrew’s Bearsden, the final one this coming Thursday, 30th March. See poster
RCAG YOUTH: WALK WITH US TO LISBON invites participation through sponsored walks to fundraise for the pilgrimage to World Youth Day in Lisbon. See packs on www.walkwithustolisbon.co.uk.
THE IGNATIAN SPIRITUALITY CENTRE is running an online Lenten retreat, providing a free app and booklets to those who would like them. Retreat details can be viewed at https://www.iscglasgow.co.uk/ent23.html.
GOING THE EXTRA MILE: Mary’s Meals continue to promote their popular ‘From Dalmally to Malawi Challenge’ sponsored walk. https://www.marysmeals.org.uk/campaigns/from-dalmally-to-malawi-sign-up?Lent.
THE LENTEN TUESDAY TALKS exploring the four Lenten Gospels of John, finishes on the 28th March in Lent, at 7:00 pm, within The Immaculate Conception Church Hall, 2049 Maryhill Road, G20 0AA. Refreshments will be provided.
ANNUAL PRAYER VIGIL FOR MOTHERS & UNBORN will be held outside the side entrance of Queen Elizabeth University Hospital from 08:00 am till 8:00 pm. Please support the right to pray. See poster(s).
DIOCESAN MARRIAGE PREPARATION DAYS for early 2023 The next arranged preparation day will be on Saturday 22nd April at St Dominic’s, Bishopbriggs.