This Week’s Calendar
Week beginning Sunday 14 October
Monday 15 – St Teresa of Avila, virgin and doctor of the Church
Tuesday 16 – St Hedwig, religious, 1174-1243.
Also: St Margaret Mary Alacoque, virgin, 1647-90, revived devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Wednesday 17 – St Ignatius, bishop of Antioch, martyr.
Thursday 18 – St Luke, Evangelist
Friday 19 – Sts John Brébeuf, Isaac Jogues, priests, and Companions, martyrs.

Questions people ask

Q. Why are the decades of the Rosary called mysteries? For instance, what is mysterious about the scourging of Jesus at the pillar?
A. Since Jesus was at once human and divine there is an unseen, mysterious dimension to every moment of his life. The scourging of Jesus has depths of meaning far beyond the lashes imposed on any poor wretch in history. It is the Son of God here, the innocent victim entering into solidarity with all who suffer the whips and lashes of outrageous fortune. Jesus endured the tearing of his flesh in atonement for sins of the flesh. The fact that we refer to the mysteries of the Rosary shows that it is Jesus Christ who is at the centre of that prayer.
Fr Silvester O’Flynn OFM Cap

Another Angle - The attitude of gratitude
Along with ‘take your bath’ – ‘say thanks’ must be in every mother’s relentless repertoire. We do need reminders to be grateful and yet while gratitude is beautiful – it is so rarely done. Why? - Because the act of gratitude implies dependency and belonging. Still the 1 in 10 response that Jesus got would disappoint anyone. Why did the other nine not return and give thanks? Maybe they were like this:
1. The first leper always followed the letter of the law. Jesus said he should go to the priest. So he would do just that and nothing more.
2. Going through an identity crisis. He’d been a leper so long. What would he do now? How would he cope? He was so preoccupied with the change he forgot.
3. This one believed that you are supposed to work for what you get, yet he hadn’t worked for this and so couldn’t handle the situation.
4. One became delirious with happiness.
5. May have become bitter in the past because he was driven to become a beggar. He vowed he would never say thank you to anyone.
6. He was a family man. Anxious and eager to get back to his family, to hold his wife and hug his children.
7. Sceptic – doubted whether Jesus really has anything to do with it. After all, he hadn’t been healed in Jesus’ presence. Maybe it was something in the air that day.
8. So excited and just had to tell everyone about this Jesus.
9. Said – I’ll give thanks tomorrow.
Which leper are you?
Fr Tom Cox – Courtesy of Intercom Magazine

Mass Intentions
Sacred Heart Church 7.30pm Mass
Mon Teresa McGuigan – 1st Anniversary Mass
Fri Charlie McBride – 1st Anniversary

Weddings
Two become one in a life long commitment to each other. We sincerely congratulate.

Geralyn Quinn & Fergal Moran
Caroline Campbell & Tomas O’Kane who were married recently.
May the grace of the sacrament remain with them throughout their lives.

Deaths
We sympathise with the loved ones of the following people who died recently:
Walter Pancott
Evelyn Friel
May they rest in peace.

Presentation for Fr Farren
The presentation for Fr Farren will take place on Thursday 25th October in St Joseph’s Hall. All parishioners are welcome to come along. There will be envelopes left in the Church porches this week for anyone who wishes to contribute to the collection. These should be returned via the Church collection baskets or to the Parish Office by Tuesday 23rd October. If you do not get an envelope, use any envelope and mark it “Fr Farren”.

October Stations
If anyone wishes to have a Station Mass in their home during the month of October, please contact the Parish Office to arrange a date and time.

October Devotions
There will be Devotions this evening (Sunday) in the Sacred Heart Church at 6 pm.

Do This In Memory
The ‘Do This In Memory’ Programme, for Primary 4 children preparing to receive First Eucharist in 2008, begins Sunday 21st October at the 12.30 pm Mass in the Sacred Heart Church. There will be a meeting for parents and guardians on Monday 15th October in St Mary’s Hall (under the Sacred Heart Church) at 8 pm.

Eucharistic Ministers Rota
6.00 pm – Gerald McCarney, Jim Toal, Marian McGale, Kathleen Fox, Donna Shields, Claire Murray;
8.30 am – Sean Rodgers, Conrad Darcy, Sinead Slevin;
9.45 am – Dominic Pinto, Gerry McLaughlin, Margaret Rafferty, Kevin O’Gara;
11 am - George Johnson, Eugene Teague, Helen Johnson, Alice McNamee, Joe Mulryan, John McGread;
12.30 pm – Mary Campbell, Liz Doran;
10 am Drumragh - Helen Barratt.

Mass for Deceased Teachers
The Mass for Deceased Teachers of the Diocese will take place in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Strabane on Monday 12th November at 7.30 pm.

Catholic Charismatic Day of Renewal
“You Shall Love Your Neighbour As You Love Yourself”
Growing to the fullness of Christian vocation
Speaker – Fr Paschal McDonnell
Saturday 20th October 2007
9.00 am – 5.00 pm
The Mellon Country Hotel, Beltany Road, Omagh
Cost for the day £20 (including morning coffee and buffet lunch)
BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL
Telephone 8224 2092 (office hours only) or email info@drumraghparish.com
When booking, please inform of any special dietary requirements.

Rosary for the Protection of the FamilyThe Rosary will be recited at 9.30 am each weekday morning in the Sacred Heart Church during the month of October for families. Everyone is invited to join the prayers.

Eucharistic Ministers for October
6.00 pm – Gerald McCarney, Jim Toal, Marian McGale, Kathleen Fox, Donna Shields, Claire Murray;
8.30 am – Sean Rodgers, Conrad Darcy, Sinead Slevin; 9.45 am – Dominic Pinto, Gerry McLaughlin, Margaret Rafferty, Kevin O’Gara;
11 am - George Johnson, Eugene Teague, Helen Johnson, Alice McNamee, Joe Mulryan, John McGread;
12.30 pm – Mary Campbell, Liz Doran;
10 am Drumragh - Helen Barratt.

Collectors for October
6.00 pm – Liam Donaghy, Malachy Treanor, Seamus Kelly, Thomas Logue, John Rafferty;
8.30 am – Linus Nugent, James Cunningham, Phil McGovern, Patrick Cleary, Sean McKenna;
9.45 am – Paddy McGowan, Dr Pat O’Neill, Tony Brogan, Liam McGrath, Eamon Prunty;
11.00 am – James Murray, Thomas Bradley, James Montague;
12.30 pm – Anthony Higgins, Tony McGarvey, Eugene McGrade, Sean Mullan, Kevin Gallagher, Patrick Gallagher.

Counters for October
Brendan & Frances Cunningham, Peter Davies, Gerard Haughey, Dermot McCann, J McDonnell, John McGale.

Readers for October
Vigil Mass – Bernadette Doherty;
8.30 am – Gerard Turbitt;
9.45 am – Mary Prunty;
11 M – Aine Hackett;
12.30 pm – L & M Mimnagh

Looking for a Religious gift?
Rosaries, Prayer Books, Medals, Certificates, etc available in St Joseph’s Book Shop. Open Saturdays 10.30am - 4pm.

Drumragh Parish Online
Why not visit our website – www.drumraghparish.com. Tell your friends and relatives about it. Details of parish news and events are updated weekly. If any Parish Group wishes to promote their group or any related activity on the Parish website, please pass on the information to the Parish Secretary.

Notices for Weekly Bulletin
If you wish to submit an article for this bulletin please do so, either by post to the Parish Secretary, 48 Brook Street; by fax to 8225 2149; by email to info@drumraghparish.com. Articles cannot be accepted after the Wednesday evening Deadline. Please do not call to give articles by telephone. Notes relating to the Church and articles relating to Parish events and functions will always be given priority, and other material, such as local charity events will be accepted, space providing.

Planning a wedding?
Why not log on to www.gettingmarried.ie ?
You’ll find details and suggestions for your big day: choosing your vows, preparing the church, choosing a ring, etc.

Wedding Music
Female Soloist available to sing at Weddings and Funerals in Omagh and surrounding areas, call Louise Kirwan on 0773 424 8359.

Catholic Charismatic Prayer Group
The Catholic Charismatic Prayer Group meets every Thursday night in the Pastoral Centre from 8.15pm – 9.30pm. Everyone welcome.

Give time to Prayer
Come along to the Youth 2000 Prayer Group who meet every Tuesday night in the Pastoral Centre from 8.15pm – 9.30pm. Everyone welcome.

St Eugene’s Hall

St Joseph’s Hall

Mon 6.30pm - Iyengar Yoga
7.15pm - Kellie Aerobics/ Fitball
Tues 3.00pm - Colmcille Club
9.00pm - Bingo - Jackpot £1000
Wed 10.00-12.30pm - Weightwatchers
10.30am - Coffee Morning
6.00pm - Baxter School of Dancing
8.00pm - Ladies Club
Thur 4.30pm - Ballet Dancing
7.00 - 8.00pm - Traditional Music class
7.30pm - Bowls
8.30pm - Line Dancing
Sat 1.45pm - Groogan O’Doherty Class

St Joseph’s Hall, Omagh
Join our 7-week course in
Ballroom Dancing
For Absolute Beginners or Advanced Dancers
Learn to dance – Slow Waltz, Tango, Quickstep, Jive, Slow Foxtrot, Cha Cha Cha And Old Time Waltz.
Professional Qualified Teachers – Jim Tinneny & Josephine Tinneny
Remember the health benefits of dancing – reduction of stress, improved fitness, strong bones, healthy heart.
Course commences on Monday 15th October @ 9 pm
For further details call 8224 5253 or 8224 7992.

Dance
Friday 19th October
Music: Lakelanders
10pm-12.30
Please support the Parish Dance

St Joseph’s Ladies Club
Enjoy an early Halloween evening with singing, storytelling and even home baking! Come to St Joseph’s Hall, Omagh on Wednesday 17th October at 8.15pm. Admission £2 including supper. Everyone welcome.

Coming Soon to St Joseph’s Hall
Collin Raye
Saturday 24th November 2007
Support Act – Justin McGurk
Tickets £21 on sale at Top News, News at Six and St. Joseph’s Hall
Phone 07753936701

Kellie’s Aerobics / Fitball
Kellie’s Aerobics Class continues in St Joseph’s Hall on Monday nights at 7.15 pm. Now including ‘The Fitball’ as part of the toning component of her class. Balls are supplied in limited numbers. If you own a ball, bring it along. Everyone welcome!

Ballet Class
Ballet Class in St Joseph’s Hall every Thursday at 4.30pm. Contact Tracey Cassidy on 07719446194

Line Dancing
Every Thursday Evening @ 8.30 pm
New Class for Children / Absolute Beginners @ 7.30 – 8.30 pm
Everyone Welcome

Coffee Mornings in St Joseph’s Hall
Wednesdays @ 10.30 am
Tea, Coffee & Homemade Scones Served
Everyone Welcome

Parties
Room for Hire
St Joseph’s Hall
For further details call Tommy on 07753 936701

St Eugene’s Hall

Fundraising Dance for the Children of Zambia
St Eugene’s Hall, Clanabogan
Saturday 27th October 2007

Clanabogan Drama Circle
Clanabogan Drama Circle will begin a series of 3 act play readings prior to casting for the new season. Readings will take place on Tuesday evenings in Clanabogan Hall at 8.30pm Everyone is welcome.

Outside Events

St Eugene’s Band, Omagh
MUSICIANS WANTED
Would you like to read music? We can teach you!
Would you like to play an instrument? We can train you!
Haven’t got an instrument? We may be able to supply!
We are setting up tuition classes for brass instruments (e.g. Trombone, Cornet, Trumpet, Euphonium, Baritone, Tenor Horn and French Horn). We are particularly interested in recruiting those persons who are over 18 years of age. For further details please contact Gerry on 82247904 or Mike on 82249732 or come along to our practice hall at the Old Culmore School, Tamlaght Road, Omagh any Monday night at 8.15pm.
Music can be a lifetime interest and as well as being a pastime, can lead to new friendships and a real sense of achievement.

Loreto Grammar School - Year 13 R.E. Outreach Programme Senior Faith Friends
Calling Senior Citizens who enjoy the company and fun of youth! We have a Post 16 programme involving bingo; quiz, crafts etc. and we need your support and presence each week. Every Friday from 10.20 am-10.55am at the Loreto Grammar School. Just arrive or contact 028 82243633 (Miss Murphy).

The Centre Badminton Club
The Club has started the new season. We meet on Mondays and Thursdays and need new members. Telephone 82244323 for details. Everyone welcome.

St Vincent de Paul “Sale of Work”
Our Annual Sale of Work will be held on Saturday 10th November in St Josephs Hall between 2.30pm and 8pm. We would be grateful for any donated bric-a-brac to be left in the Thrift Shop, Castle Street. Cakes to be left in St Joseph’s Hall after 12 noon on Saturday 10th November.

The Indian children’s sponsorship group
We wish to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to all those who took part in our annual sponsored walk from Fintona to Eskra on 30th September, and to those who sponsored them. The amount raised to date is £3300. Continued thanks to all our new and existing sponsors, and to those who gave donations. All funds raised go towards the education of poor children in India giving them a better chance for the future.

Mary’s Meals: The Simple Solution to World Hunger That Works
An Evening of Testimony, Talks and Music
Friday 26th October in Carmelite Fathers, Termonbacca, Derry at 7.30 pm
For more information contact Breda on 0035387-362996 or visit www.marysmeals.org

Fr Joseph Bill V.C.M.A.
World Renowned Preacher of 6 day Silent Healing Retreat
SMA Dromantine from 21st to 27th October
For further information call 028 2589 2600.