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Second Sunday of Easter / Divine Mercy
Sunday, 04th April, 2005
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Pope John Paul II
 This weekend brings the news of the Pope’s imminent death. TV is filled with clips of people praying for him. The impact that he had on the whole world, Catholic, Christian and indeed even the wider world. A man with great energy in good health and now great example and strength in sickness.
As well as praying for him it is a time to share our memories and faith with our young people.
Extract from the Pope’s message for Easter Sunday: “Jesus, Crucified and Risen, stay with us! Stay with us, faithful friend and sure support for humanity on its journey through history!... Bread of eternal life, nourish those who hunger for truth, freedom, justice and peace”
Questions people ask
Q. What is the meaning of Alleluia and why were there no Alleluias during Lent?
A. Alleluia is a joyful shout in Hebrew, meaning ‘Praise God’. When Clare hurlers triumphed in 1995 the country was introduced to the ‘Clare Shout’, a wild release of celebration. It reminded me of the origins of Alleluia, an uninhibited cry of God’s praise, Allelu-Yah (short form of Yahweh, Hebrew name for God). In the subdued atmosphere of Lent the use of Alleluia is not appropriate. Its absence for six weeks makes us appreciate its return at Easter all the more.
Feast Days during the Week
Mon 4 th: The Annunciation of the Lord. This feast, normally celebrated on March 25, is transferred this year because of the timing of Easter. The angel’s visit to Mary, and her response, ‘Let it be done unto me according to your word’ changed the course of history and began the Christian era.
Tue 5 th: St Vincent Ferrer, a Spanish Dominican who lived in the fourteenth century and was renowned for his preaching.
Thurs 7 th: St John Baptist de la Salle. Born in France in 1651, he devoted his life to the Christian education of the poor, and founded a congregation to continue his work. He died in Rouen in 1719. (Patron of our secondary school – St. John’s college).
Easter Time - Time To Come Fully Alive
To tap into the meaning of Easter come to a Day For Yourself in Orlagh Retreat Centre, Saturday 9 th . A chance to relax, to look at nature coming alive around you, and time to reflect on the meaning of Easter. 10 to 4.30 with the opportunity for Mass at 4.30 pm. Cost (including a full lunch) is €30 per person. To book, contact Fr. John Byrne, O.S.A. Tel (01) 495 8190.
Divine Mercy Sunday
Today, Sunday is associated with the Divine Mercy devotion held throughout the world. Here in St. Matthew’s you are invited to spend some time in prayer. Church opens at 2.30 with the chaplet beginning at 3pm and finishes with Mass at 4.30pm. Confessions available until start of Mass. |
Easter Dues
Thanks in anticipation to those who have left in their Easter Dues, which is a main part of the offering towards the priests of the diocese salary. |
Blood Transfusion Service – Please give blood!
In Springfield Hotel, Monday & Tuesday; 3 – 4.45 & 7 – 9.30pm. |
St Matthew’s Ladies Club
Reopens Wednesday 6 th @ 8pm in Parish Centre. |
St Mary’s Senior Citizens Club
Reopens Tuesday morning in Parish Centre. |
Children’s Mass
Meeting for adults on Tuesday @ 8pm and practice resumes this Thursday @ 3.30pm. |
Website of the Week
www.munachi.com Bringing an African flavour to Christianity. |
Monday Meditation
Resumes this Monday night @ 8.15 in the Council room. |
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Year of the Eucharist
This year the Pope called for a special focus on the Eucharist. Here in St. Matthew’s beginning this Friday, 8 th there will be reflections and prayer on “The Eucharist” between 7 – 7.30pm. This will be under the guidance of Sr Pauline, from St. Louise’s. |
Please
pray for those who have died
Eamon Clancy, Gurteen Ave
Patrick Keogh, Spiddal Rd
(Removal Mon. 5pm/ Mass Tue 10)
Mass Intentions This Week
 Mass Intentions
This Week
Sun : (Sat 6.30:) William Dunne (Sen)
9.00 Matthew & Annie Doyle
(9.30 convent) People of the Parish
10.30 O Brien Family
11.30
Catherine & Michael Dillon, & Billy James 12.30 Hughie Kelly
6.30 Thomas Purcell
Mon : NcNamara family/ Joseph Kelly
Tue : Caroline Cullen/ Samuel Brennan
Wed : Fallon family/ James Comiskey
Thurs Free/ Bridget Twamley
Fri Free/ Thomas Mullen
Sat : Free / John Herd
Next Sun 10 th: 9.00 Pro Populo; 10.30 Thomas Farrell; 11.30 Patrick Kennedy; 12.30 Peter Walsh; 6.30 Bridget & Patrick Wynne & Ita Quinn.
May they rest in peace .
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