Clonmacnois Parish
June 20th 2021
12th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Fr. Tom Cox (Adm) Tel. 090 9674125/ 0868319500
Email: clonmacnoiseparish@gmail.com
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12th SUNDAY OF THE YEAR
“The wind and the sea obey Him’.
The Gospel of Mark was written around the year 70 AD for the Church in Rome, which had experienced the persecution of Nero, during which great leaders like Peter and Paul were lost. Fear and uncertainty were in the air. There was a feeling abroad that the Lord had abandoned His people. Reassurance was needed. The parable of the calming of the storm would have provided that reassurance to the faithful in those turbulent times. As it was in the beginning, so it is today. Our Church has had to navigate exceedingly stormy waters in recent decades. Even Pope Benedict admitted, on the occasion of his resignation, that there were moments during his papacy ‘when the seas were rough and the wind blew against us and it seemed that the Lord was sleeping’. Whether as Church or as individuals we must never forget who is on board our ship. Sometimes He calms the storm; at other times, He calms the sailor. He never abandons His people
PRAYER FOR EXAMINATION TIME - God of Wisdom: Guide me as I choose questions and in the way I answer them. God of Peace: Keep me calm so that I will do the best I can. God of Understanding: help me put all of this into perspective. I ask these prayers in the name of Jesus, friend of students, Amen. Wishing all our examination students every blessing in the days ahead.
SHANNONBRIDGE (Max 50)
Thurs 24th June 7:30p.m. End of Year Mass Sixth Class The Nativity of St. John the Baptist
Sat 26th June 7p.m. Jimmy & Lizzy & James Joseph & baby Joseph McManus
CLONFANLOUGH (Max 50)
Sun June 20th 10:30am Ann Egan Funeral.
Sun June 27th 10:30am Pro Populo
OFFERTORY June 13th €555
FINANCE Thank you for your continued support. People have been so kind. Some have kindly given in the form of an annual donation which I attempt to divide up as they would wish. This is because -that while the Offertory envelopes (Yellow) go to Parish, ALSO the 12 Purple ones go to Parish Development, the remaining 6 Yellow/White Envelopes (Dues) only go to form a priests income via our Diocesan Clergy Remuneration Fund. The 5 brown envelopes (Lenten Alms, Peters Pence, Holy Land, Propagation of the Faith are all channeled from each parish onto the Diocesan Office. Hope that clarifies– some had asked.
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LOUGH DERG 2021 Registration is now open to “Do Lough Derg from wherever you are” from 3rd to 5th July. The Prior, Fr La Flynn, will do the Three Day Pilgrimage on the Island during these days. To offer a live link by webcam in support of those who will choose to do the pilgrimage wherever they are, some of the Lough Derg staff will do the pilgrimage in St. Mary’s Church in Pettigo. To register or for further information please email info@loughderg.org, phone 071-9861518. www.loughderg.org
Lord, thank you for all fathers. For the new ones, who endure sleepless nights with infants in arms. For the busy ones, who juggle the pressures of home and family life. For the steadfast ones, who nurture and care for our special vulnerable children. For the patient ones, who always seek to forgive and engage with their pre-teens. For the persistent ones, who cleverly find new ways to connect with their mini-adults. For the father uncles, who step in to cradle and care for nieces and nephews. For all granddads, who love and support their precious grandchildren. For the foster dads that are called to gather and cover the fragile ones. For the Sunday dads who care for our children and lead them in faith. For the dads who give far beyond their own resources, who overcome disability to cherish and love. Thank you Lord for all our beautiful fathers. Help us to support them and keep them in our prayers. May you bless them now on this their special day. Amen.
FOOT CARE Mobile Foot health Practitioner Service House Calls Available. Daytime & Evening. Contact Maura at 086 8053671 to arrange an appointment.
Lotto can be played online also at clubforce
MINISTRIES IN CHURCH
CHURCH CARE S’bridge Martha Murphy & Marie McManus Clonfanlough: Leanne Quinn/Breda Maleney READER June 26th@ 7pm Rachel Carty June 27th Ann Guinan Church Counters Shannonbridge (June)
has this beautiful word “Calm”. It is one of my favourite words. The phrase Jesus uses to still the storm “Quiet now, be calm”. This could be a mantra prayer for us every day, but especially in times of anxiety, fear, uncertainty and pandemic. “Quiet now, be calm” Jesus speaks to our troubled and our anxious minds always. We thank God today for those people who carried that calmness in their voices, in their faces, in their touch and in their smile for us always, reminding us that all will be well.
Calm the Soul
When my boat, Lord, is storm tossed & sinking
When fears in my head take control,
Say “Be not afraid” to my spirit
And your answer will calm the soul.
When I flounder around in deep waters, When the stresses of life take their toll,
A sudden deep hush steals upon me,
Your gentleness calms the soul.
When my life seems full of confusion
And I have lost sight of the goal
As I stumble about in the darkness
May Your gentle light calm the soul.
PRAYING THROUGH THE STORMS OF LIFE Rebecca Ruiz Remember me, oh God, during this time. The winds are strong and the waters rising. There is no light to see by,& I’m having a hard time finding my bearings. I trust that you’ve got me now even though I’m so afraid, & frankly, I just don’t feel your presence, and I really wonder where you are in all of this. I remember, though, all of the times you have blessed me. I recall all of the miracles—big and small—that you have worked for me. You really have given me so much. Help me to recognize your Divine presence, In small blessings& miracles you work for me every day & give me patience as I wait to see again your light.
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