Glanmire Catholic Parish

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The self-righteous admirer

Bishop Fulton Sheen once told a story about a trip he made by plane, and how one of the cabin crew, Jacinta, made a big fuss over him. “Do you want some more coffee, Your Excellency?” “Oh, my mother prays for you every day.” “I must write to her and tell her about seeing you.” On the same flight was a big Texan who had had a little too much to drink, started cursing, making passes at the female members of the cabin crew and creating a big ruckus. Finally, Jacinta, who had had enough, walked up to the Texan and said, “Sir, I’m afraid I’m going to have to ask you to be quiet. Bishop Sheen, the famous televangelist is flying with us.” “Bishop Fulton J. Sheen is flying with us?” the Texan asked with surprise. Then he stumbled back to where Bishop Sheen was sitting and said, “Bishop Sheen, I’m so glad to meet you. I just want you to know how much your sermons have helped me to live an ideal Christian life!”

The annual collection for the Education of Students for the Priesthood will take place next weekend 24th/25th. This collection is the primary means whereby the Diocese funds our students in seminary. Your support would be greatly appreciated.

National School children in the parish, from 3rd Class to 6th Class, are invited to become Altar Servers at St Joseph's Church, Springhill. Training will take place in the Church on Wed 25th Sept and Fri 27th Sept at 4.30pm (both days, for 1 hour approx.) If interested / have enquiries, please text Mirinda O'Keeffe (Altar Server Co-ordinator) on 087 2262044.

Introduction to Centering Prayer at Blackpool Community Centre on Saturday 28th September 10am -1pm, presenters: Sr Áine Ashe and Sr Mary O Sullivan details and booking 021 4391407



Monthly Holy Hour to pray for vocations - will be hosted by the Redemptorist Community at SCALA, Castle Road, Blackrock (opposite the Castle) on Monday 30th Sept at 7:30pm all are welcome to join in prayer followed by tea and chat.

Cork Scripture Group

Title: Matthew’s Gospel: The Prophecy Fulfilled

Facilitators: Dr Rosalie Moloney, Lorna Downey, Fr Seán O’Sullivan and Phil Mortell. Monday’s 7th, 14th, 21st Oct and 4th Nov from 7.30 – 9.30 p.m. in Scala Centre, Blackrock (opposite Blackrock Castle). Saturday Workshop: Working Together to Renew the Church, A Biblical View Facilitator: Fr Gerry O’Hanlon S.J. Sat Nov 9th from 10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. in Sacred Heart Hall, Western Road

Cost: €50 [for the 4 nights and Saturday workshop]

For those who wish to attend the workshop only, the cost will be €10.

To book a place or find out more please email corkscripturegroup@gmail.com . ... See MoreSee Less

Glanmire Catholic Parish

1 week ago

Rescue of Jessica McClure

For two days in October 1987, not just a community, not just America, but the entire world was watching with bated breath the drama of an eighteen-month-old little girl named Jessica McClure who had fallen twenty-two feet through an eight-inch opening in a pipeline at a daycare center. For fifty-eight solid hours, over two and a half days, drilling experts, highway construction equipment, pneumatic drills, special air vents, high pressure hydraulic drills, were used in an unbelievable effort to rescue this one little girl. When she was finally pulled from that hole, an entire world cheered. When rescuers finally brought her to the surface, her head was bandaged. She was covered with dirt and bruises, and her right palm was immobilized to her face. She had to undergo five surgeries and lost one of her toes. The drama of Baby Jessica’s being lost and found touched hearts. Every parent hugged his/her own child a little tighter. For just a moment in time, one lost little girl became lost to each of them. And when everyone’s child, Baby Jessica, was found at last, the entire world rejoiced. Jessica is thirty-four years old now, happily married to Daniel Morales and is a stay-at-home mom of two children.



Autumn Stations - If you would like to host a Station Mass in your area please contact the off

Sincere sympathy to the families, relatives and friends of John Manning, Hazelwood and Marianne Crowley, Crush who died last week.



Parish Assembly meeting on Tuesday evening at 7.30 pm in the parish centre.



A Global Strike for Climate takes place Friday 20th September.

This time, the young people are asking for support from adults. Holy Cross Church Mahon will host a Prayer-ritual in support of the students’ future at 7pm on Friday, 20th and will last for 30 – 40 minutes. All are welcome to join in prayer.

HOLY TRINITY CHURCH – FR. MATTHEW QUAY.

Special Triduum in honour of Padre Pio takes place on Monday 23rd to Wednesday 25th September at 7.30pm each evening. Come and Pray.



SMA National Novena in honour of St Thérèse will begin on Monday 23rd Sept at the African Missions, Blackrock Road and will end on Tuesday 1st October. The Novena will be celebrated each evening at 7.30 pm (except on Sat. 28th when it will be at 7.00 pm). For further information tel. (021) 4292871.

Monthly Day of Recollection in the spirituality of the Servant of God Mother Marie Adele Garnier. St. Benedict's Priory, Cobh. Sat 28th Sept. The theme is "Heart speaks to heart". First talk 11am. Mass at 9am at the Priory or 10am at the Cathedral. Lunch provided. Cost: Donation Ends with tea at 3.30pm

Ennismore Retreat Centre: Fr Jim Cogley - The Arc Angel Raphael

Fr Jim will share the healing power of the Arc Angel Raphael. Personal and Ancestral Healing also Friday 18th October 10 am – 4 pm. Cost €60. Booking essential. Tel: (021) 4502520 email info@ennismore.ie ... See MoreSee Less