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Children’s Liturgy 24th January 2021
Jonah Runs from God
Today’s Theme: We can’t hide from God.
Scripture Jonah 1-3
Have any of you heard about a man named Jonah?
Jonah was a prophet of God; he would listen to God and tell the people what God said. One day, God said to Jonah, “Go to the city of Nineveh and tell the people who live there that they are a very wicked people and that they need to change their ways.” Jonah did not want to go to Nineveh.(Invite the children to respond with a “NO!”)
He didn’t like the people in that city, and maybe he was afraid of them. So Jonah decided to run away and hide from God. (Have children pat their legs quickly to make a fast running sound.) He caught the first ship out of town and headed in the opposite direction from where God told him to go. (Have children pretend to row.)
Jonah learned a very important lesson that day. He learned that you might run from God, but you cannot hide. Jonah got on that ship and hid way down deep inside. “Surely God won’t find me here,” Jonah thought. (Invite children to curl up in a ball and try to hide.)
But God sent a big storm and tossed that boat around so much that the other sailors thought they were going to drown. They found Jonah in the bottom of the ship and asked him, “Who are you and what are you doing here?”
Jonah answered, “I am a worshiper of the God of heaven, who made the land and the sea.” Jonah told the sailors that he was running from God because he didn’t want to go to Nineveh as God had told him to do.
When the sailors learned that Jonah was running from God, they were even more afraid. “What should we do to stop this terrible storm?” the sailors asked.
“Throw me overboard into the sea,” Jonah answered, “and the sea will become calm.” The sailors picked up Jonah and threw him into the sea and the storm stopped at once.
Did Jonah drown in the sea? No! God sent a great fish to swallow Jonah, and he was inside the fish for three days and three nights.
Spending all that time inside the great fish gave Jonah plenty of time to think. He prayed to the Lord from inside the fish. He confessed that he had been wrong to run from the Lord and promised to fulfill his promises to God.
God caused the fish to spit Jonah out onto the shore. Then the Lord spoke to Jonah again and said, “Get up and go to Nineveh and deliver the message that I have given you.”
This time Jonah obeyed the Lord’s command and went to Nineveh. (Invite children to respond with a “YES SIR!”)
Just as God had something for Jonah to do, he has a plan for you and me. I hope we will learn a lesson from Jonah. When it comes to doing what God wants us to do, we might run, but we cannot hide from God!
God, we know can’t hide from You. You know what we do and what we think. Give us the strength and courage to do all the things that You want us to do. In Jesus’ name, amen.
Enjoy The Activities in Todays Kids Bulletin
Closing prayer:
Dear Father, help us to have the happiness that you want for us.
Happiness that comes, not from what happens to us, but from what happens inside of us.
In Jesus’ name we pray,
Amen.
HAVE AN AMAZING SUNDAY FULL OF FUN AND JOY
(The Kids’ Bulletins are a resource for Catholic kids . Theses resources you may find helpful to use as a means of reflecting on the Gospel of the weekend either on your own or in a family setting. Created by our weekend Children’s Liturgy of the Word group, a prayer service for parents to lead their children into a conversation on the Gospel story)
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We write to you once again at a difficult time for all of us, in our pastoral area as we enter into a very restricted Level 5.
Let us pray that the light of Christ will bring hope, reassurance and resilience to all impacted by these restrictions. My prayer is that we can all look forward to better times ahead, with the wider roll out of vaccines hopefully enabling the removal of restrictions during next year.
In a time of pandemic there is a temptation to turn in on oneself and think only of the inconveniences that every level of restriction brings; we shouldn’t forget those who suffer inconveniences everyday because of loss, hurt or injustice
In view of Level 5 restrictions we regret that until further notice congregations are not permitted for Mass or services in our Parish Churches with the exceptions for Private Prayer, Funerals and Weddings.
Private prayer (churches are closed until further notice)
Funerals (which will be limited to 10 people)
Weddings ( which will be limited to 6 guests. )
Masses will be transmitted on-line (via the parish webcam)
We are devastated that all of us in the Parish are moving to Level 5. We are all disappointed but we have to do our best together. This is tough news for all people of faith. Let’s keep our hearts up, each of us have an impact on the lives of others. Keep each other safe.
Although there are no public masses and restricted services for the foreseeable future, the Parish is not closed down. Fr Bernard will be on duty at the Parochial House in Enniskerry as usual for those who need to contact him by phone ☎️+353 86-8407681🙏.
Fr.Hyacinth will be on duty at the Presbytery in Kilmacanogue as usual for those who need to contact him by phone ☎️+353 87 143 9768 🙏.
All of these arrangements are under constant review. Please keep an eye on our website www.enniskerryparish.ie for updates as they become available.
We wish you every blessing in these coming weeks and we pray that, as a Christian community, we may be able with God’s grace to overcome this significant challenge.
With every blessing in Christ,
Fr.Bernard Kennedy & Fr. Hyacinth Nwakuna
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Daffodil Promise.
Yesterday, after a week of chaos and capitals,
my sister phoned to simply say she had seen the first daffodils of the year
and what hope they had given her.
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This morning I went to look for them.
Frost crowned and frayed
I found them.
There they were.
keeping their own company
beneath the brittle thorns,
bright yellow nodding promise of
an as yet months away Spring
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And I thought how important,
how deeply important it is,
to pay attention,
to look for signs of hope.
to seek out the green bud on the wintered branch,
the tiny shoot beneath the frost,
the snowdrop in the snow.
To stop and listen long enough
to hear their seed song telling
that nothing, nothing, nothing,
stops the Spring from coming.
That far beyond the pride of tryrants,
the fall of empires,
the callous cruelty of the crowd,
there is a hope Eden sown into the very essence of it all
shining out in quiet ways around us,
heard in the Robin’s pre-dawn song,
felt in the frost cracked earth,
touched in the kind and outstretched hand,
seen in the first golden crown,
of frosted daffodils.
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MASS TIMES
Schedule for the Week Ahead
MONDAY , TUESDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY :10:15am Mass via Parish Webcam
Churches closed until further notice
WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY: 10:15am Prayer Service via Parish Webcam
SUNDAY: 12 Noon via Parish Webcam
Churches closed until further notice
Funerals (which will be limited to max 10 people)
Weddings ( which will be limited to 6 guests)
Masses will be transmitted on-line (via the parish webcam)
MASS TIMES
Way of Beauty
The Way of Beauty or Stations of Creation is a way of walking with the entire Word of God.
These Stations take one from the beginning of Creation to Final Coming of Our Lord with a focus on our Common Home, our Garden Planet.
These 14 Stations take us to experience the agonies and ecstasies of our common home.
CLICK HERE FOR THESE BEAUTIFUL STATIONS
WAY OF BEAUTY
Dublin Diocese News
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DUBLIN DIOCESE NEWS
APPEAL FOR STEWARDS USHERS
Appeal for Stewards & Ushers
Dear Parishioner,
The good news is that our Parish churches will be reopening for daily Mass soon
Due to current best health advice on distancing, those attending Masses will have to be guided to their pre booked allocated spaces. Therefore, we are looking for volunteers to act as stewards/ushers at the daily and weekend Masses
If you are willing to volunteer, please contact the parish office 01- 2760030 or book the session you wish to attend.
All training will be provided.
Thank You
~Newly Commissioned PPC Members~
CHRISTMAS LETTER FROM THE PPC CHAIR
Our NEW Parish Pastoral Council Publicly Commissioned and on the way!
The TEN ORDINARY MEMBERS of the new, expanded PPC were publicly commissioned in St. Mary’s Church on Sunday, November 17th and made a THREE YEAR COMMITMENT to provide pastoral leadership to support the spiritual development of the Parish.
The PPC includes members from ENNISKERRY, KILMACANOGUE AND CURTLESTOWN church communities.
The Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish Pastoral Council was set up in early 2005. Since then lay people and clergy have been working together in the parish helping to sustain what is a vibrant and caring community.
A community: where people feel they belong and know God’s own welcome;
where people come into contact with Christ
and with the hope and joy of the gospel;
where people find their spirits nourished by prayer and liturgy;
where people find the extraordinary love of God
in the ordinary events of their lives;
where people are drawn into using their gifts
for the good of one another.
Parishioners present PLEDGED TO SUPPORT THE NEW COUNCIL through prayer, encouragement and practical engagement.
Please support your PPC. Your engagement is essential for this work going forward.!”
The Mass was followed by a social gathering and many thanks to those who organized the tea and those who contributed baked goods. We had a feast!
LIST OF MEMBERS OF THE NEW PPC:
Newly Commissioned Members: Sally Phalan (Chairperson), Gavin Barrett, Violeta Bollozos, Adrian Buckley, Tom Carey, Ottalie Dwyer, John Kelly, Maura McErlane, Mairead Murphy and Herman Van den Berg.
Ex officio members: Fr. Bernard Kennedy (President), Fr. Hyacinth Nwakuna CSSp. Aideen Darcy (Local Pastoral Co-ordinator).
Parish Council
Parish Outreach
Working Together To Stay Safe.
Due to the present health crisis two Parish volunteer groups have been set up to offer community support to anyone in Kilmacanogue, Enniskerry and its surrounding areas Volunteers include people from GAA clubs, Community First Responders and Community groups. Both groups have been in contact with the appropriate agencies and have also registered with Volunteer Ireland. We all want to do our bit to keep our community safe and are willing to:
-Collect and deliver groceries, prescriptions, fuel etc.
-Carry out any emergency maintenance jobs
-Give practical advice
-Be a listening ear if you need a friendly chat
If you or anyone you know is in need of support, or if you would like to offer your help, please contact one of the community co- ordinators below.
If you would like to volunteer for Kilmacanogue ring
David Rafferty on 086 3805627
Peadar Smith on 087 2841155
for Enniskerry ring
Melanie Corrigan on 083 3642439
Karina Halley 087 2400950
Pat Carey 086 2564468
If you need assistance yourself or know somebody who does please ring either of the numbers above.
Please find attached a list of some essential support services that have been put in place and others who have increased their capacity at this time, including mental health and domestic violence agencies.
Support Services for Older and Vulnerable People
REMEMBER YOU ARE NOT ALONE
ALONE are also offering advice and reassurance and making daily phone calls to older people who want one #YouAreNotAlone
PARISH OUTREACH
Prayers for Protection
Join Together In Prayer
In our hour of trial Jesus calls on us, his people, to serve the common good. We pray especially for all those who are ill, their families, health care workers and officials working to slow the spread of COVID-19. Pope Francis urges the faithful to pray and fast for a quick and positive resolution of the current pandemic and for compassion and kindness to prevail in the hearts of all as we care for those in need. “If I should walk in the valley of darkness no evil would I fear for you are there Psalms 23:4.
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Pray this very special prayer everyday. It is a powerful prayer carried by God’s most powerful angel of all, Archangel Michael.
Cardinal John Henry Newman’s daily prayer for protection in the midst of trial |
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Prayer for Healthcare Workers Loving God, we place into your care all our doctors, nurses and healthcare workers. Amen |
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PRAYERS FOR PROTECTION
Prayer at Home
At this time when we cannot gather for Mass, we would encourage you to download and print these prayers for use at home.
PRAYERATHOME
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Prayers for Family
The voice of prayer is never silent
Join Together In Prayer
A reminder to all families during this time Veritas have given FREE access to the Grow in Love website including access to the ebook for each class group #WereInThisTogether
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PRAYERS FOR FAMILY
Bishop Barron
Bishop Robert Barron
Good Friday-
I recorded this video as the Christian world enters into the holiest and most spiritually intense time of the year. The long season of Lent has prepared us to delve once more into the mystery of the dying and rising of the Lord Jesus. As I have been contemplating the events of Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday, my mind has turned, again and again, to the brute fact of pain.
Holy Thursday
Hope During the Coronavirus
The coronavirus outbreak has left countless people all over the world asking themselves: Why is God allowing this to happen? How do we respond? And where can we find hope? In this bonus episode of “The Word on Fire Show,” we discuss these and other questions, exploring the ancient problem of evil, the impact of the virus on Catholic sacramental life, and other spiritual dimensions and effects of this crisis. Please watch and share!
Sitting Quietly Alone
Friends, Blaise Pascal said, “All of humanity’s problems stem from man’s inability to sit quietly in a room alone.” In this new video commentary, Bishop Barron reflects on this as our entire world goes into shutdown mode due to the coronavirus. Please watch and share!
Bishop Robert Barron is an author, speaker, theologian, and founder of Word on Fire, a global media ministry. Word on Fire reaches millions of people by utilizing the tools of new media to draw people into or back to the Catholic Faith.
BISHOP BARRON
Céad míle fáilte
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In our Parish we are fortunate to be living in very beautiful surroundings and even more blessed to have a good community spirit. Our four Church communities work closely with each other and with our Church of Ireland sisters and brothers and celebrate as much as possible in our common liturgies, where we come to meet and afterwards to talk with each other. This doesn’t happen in many places and it is a real sign of true community – a way of life in which we invite you to take part.
St. Mary’s Parish, Enniskerry
Due to the Covid-19 Level 5 Restrictions.
All Churches are closed
Schedule for the Week Ahead
Monday- Saturday 10:15am Parish Webcam
Sunday 12 Noon Parish Webcam
The Parish Offices are currently Closed to the Public
Mass Intentions please book through Parish Office by phone: 01 2760030 / 01 2021882
St. Mochonog’s, Kilmacanogue
Due to the Covid-19 Level 5 Restrictions.
All Churches are closed
Schedule for the Week Ahead
Monday- Saturday 10:15am Parish Webcam
Sunday 12 Noon Parish Webcam
The Parish Offices are currently Closed to the Public
Mass Intentions please book through Parish Office by phone: 01 2760030 / 01 2021882
St. Patrick’s, Curtlestown
Closed Until Further Notice
St. Kevin’s, Glencree
Closed Until Further Notice
Upcoming Events
There are no upcoming events.
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Thought for the Day
We are branches of the same vine, we are communicating vessels: the good and the bad each one does is poured out on the others. To the extent that we remain in God we draw closer to others, and to the extent that we draw closer to others we remain in God. #ChristianUnity