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Tuesday at 2pm
St Mary’s Tuesday’s at 9.30am-10am.
St John’s Friday’s at 10.30am-11am. NOT ON NEXT WEEK
ST MARY’S. Every Wednesday 11.30am-1.30pm.
ST JOHN’S. Will return later in the year.
St. John’s—Saturday 10.30am-11am. NOT ON NEXT SATURDAY
St. Mary’s— Saturday 3.45pm-4.15pm.
GOSPEL: Matthew 10:26-33
At that time: Jesus instructed his Apostles:
‘Have no fear of them,
for nothing is covered that will not be revealed,
or hidden that will not be known.
What I tell you in the dark, say in the light,
and what you hear whispered, proclaim on the housetops.
And do not fear those who fill the body but cannot kill the soul.
Rather fear him who can destroy both soul and body in hell.
Are not two sparrows sold for a penny?
And not one of them will fall to the ground apart from your Father.
But even the hairs of your head are all numbered.
Fear not, therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows.
So everyone who acknowledges me before men,
I also will acknowledge before my Father who is in heaven,
but whoever denies me before men,
I also will deny before my Father who is in heaven.’
PROMPTS FOR FAITH-SHARING
Have you experienced suffering because of your faith in Jesus? What was it like?
How does your suffering compare to that of the early church?
Where in your life do you need an increase in courage?
YOUTH EVENING. (P5-S4) Join Youth from across the cluster this coming Sunday as they gather for their final evening before the summer in St Peter-in-Chains, Ardrossan. They’ll be reflecting on the theme of The Church: The Family of God. The evening begins with Mass at 5pm after which they’ll continue in the hall with games, activities, a short talk, and pizza. All young people in P5-S4 are welcome, if it’s your first time, please complete an Annual Consent Form online: youth.rcdg.org.uk
GALLOWAY YOUTH NEWSLETTER – ISSUE 12 – Please click on link below to access
GALLOWAY’S SEOUL: In 2027, Pope Leo will join young people from across the world in Seoul, South Korea. While it is not possible for us to travel to Seoul, the Diocesan Youth Office will be running a parallel event in our Diocese at Gowanbank SU Centre (near Darvel). Join young people (current P5-S4) from across the Diocese as we gather for the week to follow the World Youth Day programme, hear inspiring Catechetical talks from local priests, take part in a range of different outdoor activities, and have a fantastic week of faith and friendship. Galloway’s Seoul runs from 7th – 11th August 2027 and costs £400 per person (grants are available for those in need and if more than one child in a household is taking part), but we’ll be supporting young people in fundraising to reduce the cost. For full details pick up a flyer or go to our website: youth.rcdg.org.uk or click on link below.
YOUNG ADULTS PILGRIMAGE TO ROME: Join Young Adults from across the Diocese from 12th – 16th October as they explore the Eternal City. The programme includes a wide range of different spiritual and cultural activities and is open to all young people in current S5-30. The week costs £1000 which includes all essential elements and main meals, the group is also planning to fundraise to reduce the cost. For more details and to register, go to: youth.rcdg.org.uk and click on ‘Young Adults’ – register by 27th February to secure your place at the current price.
ADVENT YOUTH RETREAT: Takes place from 27th – 29th November at Gowanbank SU Centre, near Darvel. The retreat is open to all young people currently in P6-S3. The weekend includes a range of times of prayer, Mass, spiritual reflection, different outdoor activities and lots of time to relax and spend time with friends. Subsidies are available for those in need, or for families with more than one child wishing to attend – please contact the Youth Office by emailing: youth@rcdg.org.uk. Go to youth.rcdg.org.uk for more details and to register.
SUPPORTING YOUTH MINISTRY. The Youth Office’s new online store is now open for business! Go to youth.rcdg.org.uk/shop to get a range of different items, email youth@rcdg.org.uk for an order form. By buying these products you’ll receive a great quality product and be helping to support youth ministry in the Diocese. Online Store poster
200 CLUB. Are you passionate about supporting youth and young adults ministry in Galloway? The Youth Office runs events across the Diocese to help young people grow in faith and friendship to come to know and love God through like minded groups. To help continue to run and grow these events, as well as supporting participation for disadvantaged persons, they’re launching a new 200 Club. For £5 a month you can help support their work and win cash prizes. For details, and to register, go to: youth.rcdg.org.uk/200-club or click on link 200 Club Application Form
GENERAL DATA PROTECTION REGULATION
The Regulation came into force on Friday 25th May 2018, and gives individuals greater rights and control over the use of their personal information. Your privacy is important to the Parish Communities of St. John’s and St. Mary’s. We use the personal data, provided by you for Pastoral support and the administration of weekly collections. The information is held securely and confidentially in electronic or paper format. We will not share this information with third parties without your prior consent. A fuller Privacy Notice is now available on the Diocesan website. www.gallowaydiocese.org.uk/privacy-policy-and-gdpr