The Parish of Aghyaran (Termonamongan), Derry Diocese, IRELAND.

St. Patrick's Church, Aghyaran.

Parish Priest: Fr. J. Gilmore

Telephone 8167 0728

Sunday, 6th June 2010

Corpus Christi

“They all ate as much as they wanted, and when the scraps remaining were collected they filled twelve baskets.” The miracle of the five loaves and two fish distributed among so many people is given to us as a symbol of the greatest gift and miracle of all, the Eucharist. As God’s people we are so privileged to be fed with the Body and Blood of Christ week after week, so much so that we can even take it for granted. We have a responsibility to keep the wonder of this gift alive in us. We also have the responsibility to live this miracle through our love for one another in our homes and communities. Through the power of Christ there was more left over after thousands of people had been fed than when they started. That is what the same Jesus wants to happen among us today as a result of the Eucharist we celebrate.

Fr. Johnny Doherty, C.Ss.R.

Sunday 6th June 2010

The Body and Blood of Christ

First Reading: Genesis 14: 18-20
Blessed be Abraham by God Most High, creator of heaven and earth.

Second Reading:
1 Corinthians 11: 23-26
This is my body, which is for you; do this as a memorial of me.

Gospel: Luke 9: 11-17
Jesus said, “Give them something yourselves”.

A service to mark St Columba's Day will take place in the Oratory of the Celtic Prayer Garden at the IOSAS Centre, Lenamore Road, Muff on Wed 9th June 2010 at 3pm. Refreshments afterwards in the IOSAS Centre. All are welcome to attend.

The children of the parish who were confirmed by Bishop Hegarty on May 16th wishing to make their pledge to abstain from alcohol and drugs will have the opportunity to do so at the Vigil Mass next Saturday 12th June. It is hoped that parents will encourage their children to take this pledge to help them to avoid alcohol and drugs until they are adults and maybe some of them will keep the pledge for life like so many have done before them.

A word of thanks to the people who put in such an effort to make the Confirmation and First Communion such a success in our parish this year. To those who helped with the cleaning of the church for Confirmation, the preparation of the church for both Sundays, the church displays, the catering corp., those who made the teas in the hall, the choir and the altar servers. Bishop Hegarty was impressed with the children in their attention and responses, it is thanks to the teachers who prepared them and you the parents who have instilled the faith into your children. Thanks must also go to the large number of men who turned up last Thursday evening and did a splendid job strimming and clearing the drive and surrounding area A big ‘Thank You’ to all of you.

A coach to Rally for Life - book your seat now on the coach to the massive pro-life rally in Belfast city centre on Saturday 3rd July. Departing from Omagh with various pick up points. For further details, please contact Rosie on 07810387825 (after 6pm) or the Rally for Life Committee on 028 90278484

on Friday 11th June 2010, 9pm at the City Hotel. Tickets £6 available from Foyle Hospice Fundraising Centre (028) 71359888 or City Hotel (028) 71365800.

The seniors and reserves both lost to Clonoe at home on Sunday. Minors The minors had two good wins over Drumquin and Owen Roes during the week, this should see them into the league play-offs.

The winning Numbers drawn in our May draw were: 1st Sean Mc Menamin £250 (No227) 2nd Des Orr £100 (No240) 3rd Eugene Devine £100 (No189) 4th Ann Marie Harkin £100 (No282) 5th Patti Carlin £50 (No51) 6th Kieran Dolan £50 (No3) 7th Maurice Dolan £50(No (382). Congratulationsto our May winners and good luck to our members in the next monthly draw.

As a mark of remembrance local community groups and musical artists have organised a commemorative weekend beginning on Saturday next 12th with a golden oldies charity match for the Fr Willie Sproule Memorial cup Aghyaran v Sean Mac Cumhaills (O/40s) at 7.30pm. Half time entertainment.novelty awards at 9pm Music in the centre by Charlie & Claire.On Sunday 13th there will be a memorial Mass at 6.30pm followed by light refreshments,entertainment and presentation in the centre. Admission is free on both nights donations to charity.

Our U14 girls travel to Coalisland to play in the championship on today Sunday at 1pm. They have a home fixture next Tuesday night against Urney at 7.30pm.They defeated Badoney away in the league

The monthly meeting takes place tomorrow Monday 7th June at 8.30pm.
All members please attend.

Accord - 8224 2439
Al-Anon Famly Groups - 9086 2368
Alcoholic's Anonymous - 9043 4848
AWARE - 7126 6602
Care for Cancer - 8224 6599
CRUISE - 8224 4414
Drugs Anonymous - 8224 6177
Gamblers Anonymous - 7135 1329
The Samaritans - 8224 4944
Women's Aid - 8224 5998
Parkinson's Disease - 8224 2889