Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
PARISH PHONE NOS.
Fr. Liam O h-Icí: House: 4871180
Emergency No.: 087 0956190
Parish Centre / Sacristy: 4289768
Ring for bookings : Baptisms & Marriages etc.
WEEKEND MASSES
Vigil Masses on Saturday will alternate between Ovens & Farran at 7pm.
Ovens:
1st, 3rd & 5th Saturdays (when it occurs)
Farran:
2nd & 4th Saturdays.
Vigil Mass in Farran on Saturday next, 28th January at 7pm.
MASSES THIS WEEK
Ovens:
9.30am: Monday Wednesday & Friday.
Farran:
9.30am: Tuesday & Thursday.
ANNIVERSARIES NEXT WEEKEND 28TH/29TH JANUARY
Farran:
7pm: Denis Cronin, Dripsey
9.30am: Oliver O’Callaghan, Farran
Ovens:
11.30am: Colm O’Sullivan, Ballygroman (8th Anniversary)
May they Rest in Peace.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL
The local branch of SVP, St. Mary’s, would like to thank the Éire Óg Tony Dineen Puc Fada Committee for giving us the proceeds of this year’s event, which amounted to €1,530. As unprecedented energy and general costs of living continue, this is a significant contribution to our funds and more welcome this year than ever.
We thank you again sincerely.
We trust Éire Óg will go from strength to strength and we wish you every success in 2023.
SUNDAY OF THE WORD OF GOD
This Sunday, the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, we celebrate the Sunday of the Word of God in both our Churches, 9.30am in Farran & 11.30am in Ovens.
Enthronement Ceremony:
The bible will be carried in procession from the back of the Church and placed in a special place in the sanctuary.
Recommissioning of the Ministers of the Word:
We invite all Ministers of the Word to a Recommissioning Ceremony during the Mass on Sunday in both Churches.
WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity began on January 18th and ends on January 25th, the Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul.
The theme is “Belonging: Praying for Unity amidst Injustice”.
As we join with other Christians around the world for the Week of Prayer we pray that our hearts will be open to see and hear the many ways in which racism continues to destroy lives & to discern the steps we can take as individuals and communities to heal the hurts and build a better future for everyone.
A Prayer for Christian Unity
Dear Lord, we long for real unity in the midst of injustice.
We thank you for those in your church who advocate for racial justice.
We pray you will strengthen their resolve.
May their work change attitudes.
May institutions be completely transformed, so the last will be the first, the least will receive the most, the lost may find a place to belong.
May we stand against racial injustice.
Stand with those who are marginalised.
Stand as one church for all you stood for.
We ask this through Christ Our Lord.
Amen.
Scripture Reflection for the Week
Don’t be Miserable
Miserable people get the same number of opportunities as happy people. They just tend to overlook them.
Look for the good and you’ll feel much more hopeful.
For Further Reflection
Isaiah 45:22
FUNDRAISER
Breakthrough Cancer Research are taking on the Camino Ingles from the 15th to the 22nd May, 2023. Enjoy an amazing adventure with an experienced guide and help to make more survivors.
For more information contact:
Mary@breakcancer.ie or
Phone: 021 4226655 for details.
RECENT BAPTISMS
Hailey Claire O’Halloran, Currabeg
Leo Patrick Murphy, Lehenaghbeg
We congratulate them and their parents and we welcome them to the Parish Family.
Baptism Preparation Meetings are held each month in the Parish Centre on Saturdays at 11am. Please give 4 weeks notice for a Baptism if possible.
Baptism times:
Ovens Saturdays at 3pm, Farran at 4.30pm.
SYCAMORE SERIES FOR YOUNG ADULTS-EXPLORING CATHOLIC FAITH
Have you ever questioned why you are Catholic and wondered why we Catholics believe what we believe? The Sycamore Series is an informal course for those aged 18-35. Join us as we deepen our understanding and knowledge of the Catholic Faith. Each session involves a short film and time for discussion, with a meal also included. Everyone is welcome.
Start date: Wednesday February 1st, 6pm to 7.30pm.
Venue: Presentation Brothers, Mardyke House, Cork T12 W8RP.
The course runs for 10 consecutive weeks. The course is free, but places are limited.
If interested: Email: chaplaincy@ucc.ie or Phone: 021 4902459.
IRISH GIRL GUIDES
The Ovens Brownie Unit is currently recruiting leaders. No previous experience in guiding is necessary. Training will be given. Anyone interested please Contact: Mary 087 9420757.
ÉIRE ÓG
Éire Óg Victory Social.
Venue: Oriel House Hotel Ballincollig. Date & Time: Saturday, 4th February @ 7pm.
Tickets can be purchased from Mick Lordan 086 6088475 or Liam Buckley 086 8355331
Please purchase tickets as soon as possible as the hotel need numbers by 26th January.
ÁR DTEANGA FÉIN
Bíonn dhá insint ar Scéal
There are two sides to every story. An extension of this seanfhocal continues agus dhá leagan déag ar amhrán (and twelve versions of a song).
Not surprising when we consider that storytelling and singing were our ancestors’ principal entertainments cois tine (by the fire).