Reflection
Not long ago the trees were loaded with golden leaves. Though pretty to look at, they robbed me of the world beyond but now that the leaves have fallen, I am able to look through the skeletal branches to the deep blue sky beyond. Teach us, Good Lord how to take care of our material needs without neglecting our spiritual needs. How to take care of ourselves without neglecting others and how to live joyfully in this world without losing sight of the world to come.
First Confessions
These will take place here in St James’ on Monday 9th December at 7pm.
Please pray for the children who are making the Sacrament and for their families. Everyone is welcome to attend the service.
Cafod’s World Gifts for Christmas
This Christmas, give your loved ones something exceptional and life changing. Buying CAFOD’s virtual World Gifts makes a real difference to those facing the injustice of poverty around the world. Choose from a range of beautifully illustrated cards, each representing a gift of hope, inspired by real people and real needs. Cards can be sent by post, as an eCard, or printed at home. Purchase World Gifts and other gifts such as Advent calendars and jute bags from the link below.
Funeral
The funeral Mass for Patrick Hegarty will take place here in St James’ on Wednesday 11th December at 12 noon.
Please remember Patrick and his family in your prayers.
Christmas Mass Times in Family of Parishes
St James’
Tuesday 24th December: Vigil Mass of Christmas at 8.00pm.
Christmas day: 10.30am
More information for St James’ Mass times over Christmas coming next week.
St Monica’s:
Tuesday, 24th December: Vigil Mass of Christmas at 4pm.
Christmas Day: 9.30am
St Francis de Sales:
Tuesday, 24th December: Vigil Mass of Christmas at 6pm.
Christmas Day: 11am