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Christ the King (Year C)
24TH NOVEMBER 2019
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WESTMINSTER GENERAL ELECTION - THURSDAY 12TH DECEMBER 2019
The Bishops of Scotland have written a letter regarding the election, which is to be distributed at all Masses in scotland this weekend. The full letter can be found on the website of the Catholic Parliamentary Office here.
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INTRODUCTION
We celebrate the Feast of Christ the King this Sunday, remembering that our king's life ended on a cross. Today we worship this wounded and resurrected God, who promises us a place in Paradise.
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SCRIPTURE READINGS
2 Samuel 5:1-3 The choosing of David as King of lsrael.
Colossians 1:12-20 Jesus is given all the titles of a king.
Luke 23:35-43 On the cross, Jesus promises heaven to the good thief.
The full Mass readings for this Sunday and for the next seven days can be found here courtesy of universalis.com. The Universalis app for Android and iOS provides offline access to all Mass and Divine Office texts for the complete liturgical cycle on your mobile device for a one-off cost of £9.99.
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NOVEMBER LISTS
Please find the sheets and envelopes in the church porch. They can be placed in the basket or handed in to the chapel house. All envelopes are opened and the stipends will be offered for Masses for your dead.
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ADVENT WREATH
We are looking for bags of clippings of conifer (NOT PINE) to construct our Advent wreath. Please leave them at the back door of the chapel house..
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TRAVELLING NATIVITY
As Mary and Joseph travelled to Bethlehem they relied on the kindness of friends, family and strangers. Could your family give them shelter this Advent? You would receive small nativity figures from another family in the parish during Advent before taking the figures to another home in the parish. In this way the figures travel through our parish community on their way to the church on Christmas Eve. Full instructions on what to do and where to go will be provided. If you are interested please contact Catriona James by email at catrionamccoll@doctors.org.uk for more information.
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ADVENT GIVING TREE
As is our tradition in Saint Joseph's, we will be having a "Giving Tree" during the season of Advent. This is an opportunity for parishioners to provide gifts for those in need. If you know of anyone, families or organisations (within Paisley/Glasgow Diocese) who would benefit, please give details to Jo on 01416441865 or thomsons47@hotmail.com. Advent begins 1st December so we need details by Sunday 24th November.
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CHRISTMAS CARDS
Christmas cards and gifts will be on sale on Sundays after Mass.
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BISHOP BARRON'S STUDY GROUP
We will continue our talks on Thursday 28th November at 7:30pm.
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COFFEE MORNING
There will be a special charity coffee morning after Mass on behalf of Pancreatic Cancer Scotland on Friday 29th November. All donations of home baking, marmalade etc. would be gratefully appreciated. Many thanks for the £120 raised for Catholic workers.
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PENITENTIAL SERVICE
On Monday 9th December, Saint Joseph's, Clarkston will be hosting a penitential service being led by Father Joe Burke, parish priest of Barrhead. There will be six priests available for confession and it starts at 7pm.
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DIVINE MERCY DEVOTIONS AND MASS
Wednesday 27th November at 7pm in Saint Mary's, Paisley. Devotions will begin with Mass, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, Divine Mercy chaplet. Light refreshments will be available afterwards.
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ADVENT REFLECTION DAY
This take place at the Mill Hill Fathers, Cardonald, on Saturday 14th December, from 10am to 4:30pm. The theme - "The Light that overcomes the Darkness". Led by Sister Sally & Father Bernard. To book a place contact 01418830139 or bemardfox76@gmail.com.
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COLLECTION
Thanks for last week's collections which realised £2,922 and Saint Bridget's realised £274. The special collection this weekend is to support the Scottish Catholic Education Service, which supports our schools, parishes and dioceses. The national office supports 2 employees. In 2017 our Friends Campaign raised £17,469, 59% of our expenditure of £29,500, leaving a shortfall of £12,031 which the diocese paid.
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SPRED BOXES
Our Diocesan Advent appeal for SPRED. Please take a box home and return it at the end of Advent. Your collection and prayers are appreciated.
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CATHOLIC EDUCATION WEEK 2019
We will celebrate Catholic Education Week (16th November to 30th November) in our parish by inviting each of our local schools to facilitate the parish liturgies; this weekend we are joined by guest speakers from Saint Ninian's Hihg school.
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SERVICES FOR SAINT BRIDGET'S
There will be no service on Monday and Tuesday. Wednesday to Saturday we will have a Communion Service at 10am and Mass on Thursday at 10am.
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CATECHISM
Bried McBride will speak at 10am and 12 noon Masses next Sunday. Talking about a fun and interesting approach to the catechism for girls P3-P7. At Saint Cadoc's Church Hall each term time Monday from 5:15pm to 6:15pm. Come along and enjoy the games, activities and faith-based learning.
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KEEP CHRIST IN CHRISTMAS
"Keep Christ in Christmas" stickers are available by contacting George on georgemcaleenan@gmail.com or 01698842846. All proceeds go towards helping impoverished children in Colombia.
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ADVENT COFFEE MORNING
Come along for tea, cake and the opportunity to buy Advent Wreaths (£5), Christmas Cakes, Cards and SCIAF gifts etc. If you are involved in particular charity e.g. Mary's Meals and would like to set up a stall to raise awareness/funds at our Advent Coffee Morning on Sunday 1st December after 10am Mass please contact Madeleine 07528655783 stjosephsparentsprayer@gmail.com.
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DIOCESAN RETREAT FOR P4-P7
The diocese are running a retreat day for Primary schools at Saint Cadoc's Church on Sunday 1st December from 2pm to 6pm. All must have a signed consent form: (From the parish, school, or Father John 01418895056).
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SAINT BRIDGET'S LADIES CHRISTMAS DINNER
This dinner will be held on Monday 2nd December at 6.45pm. The cost of the event is £20 including prize bingo. Raffle prizes welcome.
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LOURDES DISCIPLESHIP PILGRIMAGE (18 TO 21 YEARS)
Would you like to be involved with the 2020 Pilgrimage, 26th June to 2nd July as young adult. Maybe you've been with the youth and want to experience the miracle yourself - See Father McNellis stninian@rcdop.org.uk.
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SEE NOTICES ON THE NOTICE BOARDS
- Charismatic Renewal conference on 7th and 8th December.
- All night vigil of adoration on Friday 13th December.
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GIFT AID
If you pay tax, please consider signing a Gift Aid form so that the parish can claim an extra 25% on your contribution. The Parish only requires your NI number and address; no other information is required. If you are interested, please speak to Father Stephen.
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LEGACIES
When making a will, have you thought of leaving a legacy to the parish or diocese?
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BULLETIN BY EMAIL
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PARISH SCHEDULE
SUNDAY MASS
Saturday vigil: 4pm.
Sunday: 10am, 12 noon & 5pm.
WEEKDAY MASS
Monday to Friday: 9:30am.
Saturday: 10am.
CONFESSIONS
Saturdays 9:30am-10am, and after vigil Mass.
MORNING PRAYER & ROSARY
Monday and Friday at 9:10am.
Saturday at 9:40am.
ROSARY FOR PRIESTS
Every Thursday at 9:10am.
PARENTS IN PRAYER
Every Thursday at 10am.
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
Tuesday: 9am-9:25am, 10am-11am, 6:30pm-7:30pm.
Wednesday: 9am-9:25am, 10am-10:30am.
Thursday: 9am-9:25am, 10am-11am.
DIVINE MERCY CHAPLET
Mondays after 9:30am Mass at the green chairs.
BAPTISMS
Every Sunday at 1pm, by making arrangement with the parish priest. Forms for requesting this Sacrament are available from the sacristy and church house. They should be returned at least one month prior to the requested date.
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PARISH CONTACT INFORMATON
SAINT JOSEPH'S CHURCH
Altar servers - Michael Stringer - 01415712271
Altar Society - Veronica Byrnes - 01416442171
Bethany Bereavement Support Group - Elaine Allan - 07814236551
Bullletin notices - stjosephclarkston@rcdop.org.uk
eBulletin - Chris McLaughlin - christopher_mclaughlin@hotmail.com - 07957644546
Eucharistic adoration - Dorothy Graham - 01415770121
Eucharistic Ministers (Sunday) - Michael Jordan - 01416444655 - michealjordan73@hotmail.com
Eucharistic Ministers (weekdays) - Jean Wardrop - 01415717865
Hall bookings - David Melvin - 01416442640
Music Coordinator & Choir - Joe Byrnes - 01416442171 - joeveronica@btinternet.com
Passkeepers - Peter McMillan - 07791651525 - mcmillan96@btinternet.com
Pastoral Council - Patricia Hassett - 01415710937 - patricia.hassett@ntlworld.com
Parish House - 01416442640
Pope Francis Awards (Primary schools) - Louise Sheridan - 07969571406
Safeguarding coordinators - Veronica Dowling and David Melvin 01416442640
CHURCH GROUPS
Bus Drivers - Pat O'Brien - 01415718169 - pobg46@yahoo.co.uk
Children's liturgy - Frances McLean - 01416440712
Fertility Care Scotland - Angela McCallum - 01416386802
Justice & Peace - Michael Martin - 01416387358
Parents in Prayer - stjosephsparentsinprayer@gmail.com
R.C.I.A. - Alice Connolly - 644 5704
Sentry - Lucy Jackson
Saint Vincent de Paul - Anne Marie Kelly
CLUBS AND SOCIETIES
Art Club- Gerry Donaghy - 07908475475
Cubs - Margaret Logan - 01412396095
Golf Society - 01416442640
Scouts, Cubs, Beavers - Thomas McCabe - 01415717663
Tuesday Club - Margaret Logan - 01412396095
200 Club - Chris McLaughlin - christopher_mclaughlin@hotmail.com - 07957644546
CHARITIES
Age Scotland - Rita Stewart - 01416443207
Wayside Club - Jim White - 01416375806
Mary’s Meals - Eddie Deighan - 01416444498
SCIAF - Peter McMillan - 07791651525
Starter packs - 01414401008
If you would like to make any additions or amendments to the parish contact list please reply to this email or click here.
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