Sunday 6th September 2009

23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

“He (Jesus) makes the deaf hear and the dumb speak.” In the Gospels we can hear a real sense of awe among the people who witnessed the miracles of Jesus. It wasn’t just for the fact that he cured people but also it was because of the wonderful gentleness and compassion that he showed towards those who were suffering. That same power and those same qualities of his love are there for us today. They are given to us to transform the quality of life in our homes and community. We will know that we have been touched by him this week if we let our ears be opened to hear the needs of those in our homes and community and respond to them. Equally we will know his touch if we let our tongues be loosened to speak to one another words of love, of praise, of comfort, of encouragement.

The Blind Boy

A blind boy sat on the steps of a building with a hat by his feet. He held up a sign which said: "I am blind, please help." There were only a few coins in the hat.

A man was walking by. He took a few coins from his pocket and dropped them into the hat. He then took the sign, turned it around and wrote some words. He put the sign back so that everyone who walked by would see the new words.

Soon the hat began to fill up. A lot more people were giving money to the blind boy.
That afternoon the man who had changed the sign came to see how things were. The boy recognized his footsteps and asked, "Were you the one who changed my sign this morning? What did you write?"

The man said, "I only wrote the truth. I said what you said but in a different way."
What he had written was: "Today is a beautiful day and I cannot see it."
Of course both signs told people the boy was blind. But the first sign simply said the boy was blind. The second sign told people they were so lucky that they were not blind. Moral of the Story: Be thankful for what you have.

Anonymous

Saints of the Week

Week Beginning Sunday 6th September

Tuesday 8 - The Birthday of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Wednesday 9 – St Ciaran, abbott
Saturday 12 – The Holy Name of Mary; St Ailbe, bishop

Sacred Heart Church

Mass Intentions 7.30 pm

Tuesday Richard Hackett – 1st Anniversary

Wednesday Andy McKeown – Month’s Mind

Thursday Polish Mass

Friday Gerard McLaren – 1st Anniversary

Baptisms

Cora Edel McCrory, 1 Clontarf Drive

Recent Deaths

We pray for the family of the following who died recently:

Mary McGlynn

May she rest in peace.

Prayer for Priests

We ask for your prayers for the following priests this week:

Sunday 6th September – Fr Arthur O’Reilly
Monday 7th September – For All Priests
Tuesday 8th September – Fr Desmond Polke
Wednesday 9th September – Fr Michael Porter
Thursday 10th September – Fr Anthony Quinn
Friday 11th September – For All Priests
Saturday 12th September – Fr John Ryder

St Joseph’s Ladies Club

St Joseph’s Ladies’ Club is hosting a night of flower arranging by Michelle Rafferty (Altar Society) in St. Joseph’s Hall on Wednesday 16th September at 8.15 pm. Admission is £3 including supper. Everyone is welcome. Remember that the Ladies’ Club recommences on Wednesday 9th September at 8.15 pm.

Bluegrass Festival

As you may be aware the Bluegrass Festival is taking place in the Ulster American Folk Park this weekend. We welcome the Kenny & Amanda Smith Band from Virginia, U.S.A. who will provide the music at today’s 9.45 am Mass.

St Vincent de Paul
Annual Pilgrimage to Knock

Saturday 12th September 2009
Bookings are now being taken at the Thrift Shop, Castle Street, Omagh. The fee at time of booking is £10. No refunds allowed. It would be advisable to take a packed lunch. The coach will leave Omagh Bus Depot at 8.30 am sharp.

National Grandparents Pilgrimage
Sunday 13th September 2009
Our Lady of Knock Shrine, Knock
Chief Celebrant: Cardinal Seán Brady
Guest Singers: Fr. Liam Lawton & Dana
2.00pm - Anointing of the Sick
3.00pm - Pilgrimage Mass followed by Eucharistic Adoration
Email:info@
nationalgrandparentspilgrimage.com

Parish Notes
The Parish Office will be closed from Monday 7th September to Monday 14th September, reopening Tuesday 15th September.

St Joseph’s Young Priests’ Society
The monthly meetings of the John Paul II Branch will resume on Monday 7th September in the Pastoral Centre, following the 10 am Mass.

Weddings

We congratulate the following couples who were married recently:

Lorraine Sharkey & Kieran McCann

May the grace of the sacrament remain with them all their lives.

Drumragh Parish Draw Winners – September 2009

£2,000 – Diane Fox, 73 Shandon Park. Promoter – Francis Quinn; £1,000 – Helen McGuire, Gortin. Promoter – Attracta Kelly; £500 – Sheila Colton, 10 Aughadulla Road. Promoter – Sheila Colton; £250 – Phil Mullan, 112 Kevlin Road. Promoter – Phil Mullan; £100 – Agnes O’Neill, c/o Promoter. Promoter – Seamus Haigney; £100 – Illa Corrigan, 28 Dromore Road. Promoter – Illa Corrigan; £100 – Sheila McKay, c/o Promoter. Promoter – Michelle Teague; £100 – Joan McGuckin, 7 Sperrin View. Promoter – Raymond McNally; £100 – Mary Bradley, 20 Sperrin Close. Promoter – Claire Bradley; £100 – Mickey McGaughey, 192 Tamlaght Road. Promoter – Charlie McLaughlin; £100 – Seamus McCaffrey, c/o Promoter. Promoter – Attracta Kelly; £100 – Rosaleen Hamilton, 5 Coolnagard Square. Promoter – Tommy Sharkey; £100 – Emily O’Neill, 14 Ardmore Heights. Promoter – Joanne McGread; £100 – Carmel Corrigan, 28 Dromore Road. Promoter – Illa Corrigan; Promoter’s £100 Prize: Geraldine Gallagher, 66 Dublin Road.

Please Note: The next Parish Draw will take place on Tuesday 6th October 2009.

Pioneer Meeting

The Pioneer Meeting will take place in St Joseph’s Hall on Thursday 10th September at 8.15 pm. New members are welcome.

Launch of First Aid DVD

You may find yourself in a situation where you need to provide emergency care for someone. Would you know what to do? All are welcome to attend the launch of The Complete Guide to First Aid and the ABC's of CPR DVDs on Wednesday 16th September in the Strule Arts Centre at 8 pm. Guest speakers on the night include Dr Dominic Pinto OBE and Marie Kelly from Chest Heart & Stroke. There will be blood pressure checks on the night.

Omagh Branch Epilepsy Action

A meeting will be held in Omagh Community House, Drumragh Avenue on Monday 7th September at 7.30 pm. The topic will be “Current Health Services for People with Epilepsy in Omagh”. Futher details from Morina Clarke, Regional Services Manager, call 028 9063 4942.

Cappagh Parish Dance

A Dance will be held in Cappagh Parish Centre on Friday 11th September. Music is by Country Traditions. Dancing will be from 10 pm. Refreshments will be served.

Clanabogan Youth Club

Clanabogan Youth Club will hold its A.G.M. on Tuesday 15th September 2009 in St Eugene's Hall, Clanabogan at 8.30 pm. Parents intending to send their children to the youth club this year (primary 4 upwards) are invited to attend.

Omagh Comhaltas

Classes will recommence on Monday 7th September in St Colmcille’s School. Classes in Fiddle, Banjo, Whistle, Seán Nós dancing and Traditional singing. Registration will take place on Monday night, starting at 6.45 pm. Tuition fees £30 for 13 weeks. Call 0754 562 5545 .

The Colmcille Club

This club is reopening on Tuesday 8th September in St Joseph’s Hall at 3 pm. The bus will collect members at the usual time. New members welcome!

Indian Sponsored Children

Sponsorship for the above is now due and can be paid to Una McMaugh, call 8554 8070 or Phil Mullan, call 8224 7289. New sponsors are always needed and welcome.
Our Annual Sponsored Walk from Fintona to Eskra takes place on Sunday 27th September at 2 pm. The money raised will help with education and social needs of deprived children in India.

Clanabogan Drama Circle

The A.G.M. takes place in St Eugene's Hall, Clanabogan on Monday 7th September at 8 pm. Anyone who is interested in Drama is invited to attend. Rehearsals are starting shortly for our next play.

Stagefright Theatre Company

There will be an A.G.M. in St Eugene’s Hall on Thursday 10th September at 8 pm. Anyone with an interest in drama is welcome to attend. For details / information contact Niall Colgan on 0780 871 8620.

St Joseph’s Bookshop
Open Saturdays 10.30 am - 4 pm
Wide variety of Books, Holy Ornaments, Medals, Rosaries & Cards available.

Iyengar Yoga
New 6 Week Course Starts Monday 7th September
Call 07753 936 701 for details

Omagh St Enda’s GAC

Congratulations to our Minors who won the Grade 1 Championship for the first time in 26 years. The seniors play Ardboe next Sat 12th September in Pomeroy at 6 pm in the quarter-final of the Senior Championship. The team would be grateful for as much support from the parish as possible. Bingo continues every Thursday night at Healy Park with £4,000 in prize money every week.

Viewprint In Memoriam Cards, Omagh

Cards designed to your personal requirements.
Telephone: 028 8224 5754
e-mail: viewprint2@aol.com

St Joseph’s Hall

Timetable of Events

Mon 10.30 am Coffee Morning
6.00 pm Iyengar Yoga
Tue 3.00 pm St Colmcille’s Club
9.00pm - Bingo - Jackpot £1000
Wed 10.00-12.30pm - Weightwatchers
5.45 – 7.45 - Baxter School of Dancing
8.00 pm Ladies’ Club
Thur 7.30 pm Bowls
8.00 pm Line Dancing
Sat 1.45 - 5 pm Groogan O’Doherty School of Dancing