This Week’s Calendar
Week beginning Sunday 18th November
Wednesday 21 – The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Thursday 22 – St Cecilia, Virgin and Martyr.
Friday 23 – St Columban, Abbot and Missionary
Saturday 24 – St Andrew Dung-Lac, priest, and Companions, Martyrs.

Questions people ask
Q. If you were asked to celebrate Mass in the Tridentine Rite, how would you answer?
A. Candidly, I would be reluctant to go back to a rite which lacks the great theological riches of the changes introduced at the time of Pope Paul VI. The revised rite is, in fact, far more conservative than the rite going back to the Council of Trent, as it conserved elements from the early Christian centuries such as the Prayers of the Faithful and the sign of peace. The Tridentine Rite has only one form of the Eucharistic Prayer (Eucharistic Prayer I): sadly, this prayer lacks the very important prayer calling down the Holy Spirit on the gifts of bread and wine.
Fr Silvester O’Flynn OFM Cap

Another Angle - No Work, No Food
A famous comic cartoon strip called Peanuts had a main character called Charlie Brown. Charlie once delightfully declared: ‘I love humanity. It’s people I can’t stand!’ Sometimes our attitude to the Bible is like Charlie’s to his fellow human beings. We love the Bible. It’s its challenges we can’t stand!
Take today’s second reading, for example. For even when we were with you, we gave you this command: Anyone unwilling to work should not eat (2 Thess 3:10). Can Paul really be serious? In answer, another question: was Jesus serious when he said that if a brother or sister has something against us, we should settle the matter first before bringing an offering to God? (Mt 5:24). Yes? No? Tricky, isn’t it? If yes, are there exceptions? What happens if we apply this to the Eucharist? Just how literal should we be? If we don’t want to be literal and start toning down what Jesus said where do we stop? As far as I know there isn’t a ‘Cherry-Picker’s Bible’ on the market.
If Paul commands something, he means it. Jesus doesn’t joke about serious matters. People who don’t pull their weight should earn their food and not be kept – hard though that may be for them to swallow.
Fr Tom Cahill - Courtesy of Intercom Magazine

Mass Intentions
Sacred Heart Church 7.30pm Mass
Mon James Logue – Month’s Mind
Fri Paul McGale – Month’s Mind

Weddings
We congratulate
Laura McCrossan & Martin McNamee
who were married recently.
May the grace of the sacrament remain with them throughout their lives.

Deaths
We sympathise with the families of the following who have died recently:
Charlie Mullan
The McElhill Family: Arthur & Lorraine and their children Caroline, Sean, Bellina, Clodagh and James.
May they rest in peace.

Western Health & Social Care Trust expresses its deepest and heartfelt sympathies at this difficult and traumatic time.
If any members of the family, friends or community would like support during this difficult period please contact our local Community Services at (028) 8283 5043 where support will be offered.

Communion to the Sick & Housebound
The Eucharistic Ministers will bring Holy Communion to the sick and housebound who have requested it, today (Sunday) after 9.45am Mass and 11am mass and after 10am Mass in St Mary’s Church Drumragh.

Annual Service for the Dead
The Annual service for all those who died during the last twelve months will be held today (Sunday) at 6 pm in the Sacred Heart Church.

Do This In Memory
The ‘Do This In Memory Programme’ for children preparing to receive their First Eucharist and their parents continues this Sunday (18th November) at 12.30 pm Mass.

Diocesan Mass for Deceased Young People
There will be a special Diocesan Mass on Sunday 25th November at 3 pm in Holy Family Church, Ballymagroarty, Derry. The Mass will be an opportunity for family and friends who have lost young loved ones to come together in a spirit of prayer and hope. If you have been bereaved or affected by a young death we invite you in faith to come and remember the life of your loved one. All are welcome.

Dates To Note
Advent Reflection
Tuesday 27th November After 10 am Mass
Pastoral Centre, Brook Street, Omagh

Annual Carol Service
Sunday 16th December at 6 pm
Sacred Heart Church, Omagh

The Baptism of Our Lord – Service for Children Baptised in 2007
Sunday 13th January at 3 pm
Sacred Heart Church, Omagh

Derry Diocesan Society
The following names have been added to the list of Deceased Members of the Derry
Diocesan Society:

Deceased Members
John Wilson – 7 Sperrin Close
James Quinn – Ballygowans
Arthur Colton – 136 Clanabogan Road, Omagh
Peter Keenan – Greencastle
Brian Kelly – 13 Brookfield Close
Winifred Collins – 6 O’Brien Park
Michael McSwiggan – Cavanacaw
Mary McSwiggan – Cavanacaw
Kathleen Coll – 52 Centenary Park
Hughie McSwiggan – 54 O’Kane Park
Patricia Gilheaney – 32 Derry Road
Mary McCrumlish – 25A Brookmount Road
Laura Landers – Birmingham (formerly of Centenary Park)
Pat Tierney – 84 Aughnagar Road, Galbally
Damian Tierney – 84 Aughnagar Road, Galbally
Rita Mathers – Orchard Terrace
Rosaleen Downey – 11 Townview Avenue
Irene Quinn – Formerly of 4 Johnston Park
Harry Scully – Omagh
Laurence Mongan – 1 Milestone Way, Tattyreagh
Danny Quinn – Gortmore Park

Living Members
Mary Mongan, 1 Milestone Way, Tattyreagh
That these and all who sleep in Christ find in your presence, light, happiness and peace.

Eucharistic Ministers for November
6.00 pm – Jackie Convey, Tony McGarvey, Mary McLaughlin, Mary Toal, Moira Sharpe;
8.30 am – Kay Clarke, Peggy Tierney;
9.45 am – Aidan Quinn, Jean McGowan, Anne Mullan;
11 am – Gerald McCarney, Regina Gormley, Kathleen McMahon, Geralyn McCusker, Siobhán Taggart;
12.30 pm – Eugene McGrade, Mary McGrade, Tracey Nugent, Ann Pearson;
10 am Drumragh – Aidan Campbell, Ann Doherty.

Collectors for November
6.00 pm – Eugene Duffy, Joe O’Donnell, Liam Grugan, Michael Brogan;
8.30 am – John Breslin, Gerard Turbitt, Liam Nugent, Michael Gilheaney,Patrick Slevin, J L George;
9.45 am - Michael Colton, Liam McGrath, Thomas McGuigan, J F Doyle, Eamon Campbell, Dan Campbell, Hugh Ward, Francis Bradley;
11.00 am –Dermot Groogan, Joe Mulryan, Michael McGirr, Jim Joe Campbell, John McDonnell ;
12.30 pm – B Brown, Anthony Higgins, Francis McCrory, Thomas Logue.

Counters for November
Daniel Campbell, James Cunningham, John Doherty, Kathleen Fox, Marie McGirr, Eugene McGread, Gerard McSorley, Mary Quinn, Pat Vaugh, John McGale.

Readers for November
Vigil Mass – Bernadette Doherty;
8.30 am – Pauline Breen;
9.45 am – Tom Timoney;
11 am – Maura Gallagher;
12.30 pm – M. Louise Winters.

Church Music
The McSorley Sisters, who are resident singers at the 6 pm Mass on Saturdays in the Sacred Heart Church, are available to sing at weddings, funerals and other sacred occasions. The girls can be contacted on the following numbers: Anita (028)82 245075; Bernie (028)82 241946; Finola (028)82 250537; Siobhan 02882 243547.

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 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

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

Parish Dance
St Joseph’s Hall
Friday 23rd November
Music by Still Water
10 pm – 12.30 am
Please Support the Parish Dance!

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


Outside Events

Knock Marriage Introductions Bureau
The aim of the Bureau is to introduce people considering marriage to a suitable marriage partner. For further information contact the Bureau at Knock, Co Mayo. Telephone 00353 94 9375 960 or visit our website at www.knockmarriagebureau.com.

Derry Diocesan Jubilee Pilgrimage to Lourdes 2008
Led by Bishop Francis Lagan, DD
150th Anniversary of Apparitions at the Grotto
16th – 21st July 2008
Fare: £449 stg, inclusive of flights, full board accommodation, airport taxes, insurance, coach transfers. Fare may be paid by installments. Booking forms are available in the Parish Office and from the Pilgrimage Secretary.

Pilgrims Who Are Sick
Particular care is given to those who are sick or in need of care. Please contact the Pilgrimage Secretary for a special booking form if you are in need of care or over the age of 80 years.

Helping Those Who Are Sick
If you are 18 years or over and would like to be a member of the Lourdes Hospitalité Team as a Doctor, Nurse, Carer, Pusher of Wheelchairs, please contact us for further details.

Youth Team
If you would like to be a member of the Diocesan Lourdes Youth Team, which accompanies those who are in need, please contact is for more details.
Any Queries
The Secretary
PILGRIMAGE OFFICE
164 Bishop Street
Derry
BT48 6UJ
Opening Hours: Tuesday 11 am – 2 pm
Thursday 11 am – 2 pm
Saturday 11 am – 1 pm & 2 pm – 4 pm.
Telephone: 028 7126 0293

Omagh Lions Club Presents
A Christmas Fair
Christmas Flower Arranging Made Easy
Handmade Christmas Cards ~ Gift Ideas~ Yuletide Table Dressing ~ Books ~ Stalls
The Village Inn, Killyclogher
Friday 30th November @ 8.30 pm
Tickets £10 (includes mulled wine & light refreshments)
Tickets Available from Sperrin Office Supplies & Laird’s Jewellery
Proceeds to Omagh Alzheimer’s Group

Care for Cancer
Charity Bed Push & Vintage Vehicle Run
Saturday 1st December 2007
Departs Prices Shop, Clanabogan, arriving at Omagh Bus Station
For Sponsor Sheets, Donations and More Information contact:
Andy on 0770 437 3713 or Mary on 0794 757 8876
All monies raised will go to help those in the local community whose lives have been affected by cancer.
Thank You For Your Support!

Your Community in Pictures
Omagh Churches Forum and our partners in the Raphoe Churches Forum invite you to submit photos of ‘Your community’. The photographs should be taken during the month of November and can depict any part of your day-to-day life. The two fora are joining together in this unique project which will culminate in a “stain glass window” being unveiled in both towns during the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2008.
Ideally the photographs should be submitted to Omagh District Council, Development Department, by memory card or by disc, however, a printed photo will also be accepted.
We are not looking for professional photos; we want the everyday photo from the everyday community.
Photos must be received by 3rd December. You can submit as many or as few pictures as you like and the organizing group will undertake to include at least one photo from every subscriber.

Gift Voucher for Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes 16th – 21st July 2008
150th Anniversary of Apparitions
Gift Vouchers available from the Pilgrimage Office.
Telephone 7126 0293
Tuesdays & Thursdays 11 am – 2 pm
Saturday s 11 am – 1 pm & 2 pm – 4 pm

Information Evening - Gaelscoil na gCrann
An information evening for your local Irish Medium Pre-school Nursery and Primary School will take place on Thursday 22nd November from 7pm to 9.30pm. It will be held in Gaelscoil na gCrann, Dún Uladh, Ballinamullan (beside Killyclogher playing fields).

Advent Retreat - "Where is Christ in Christmas?"
Why not make Christmas meaningful this year? We often lose sight of the real meaning of Christmas and the birth of Our Lord Jesus. This retreat will bring you closer to Jesus through his birth and allow you time, to reflect upon the deeper and more important things in life. Let the Spirit work and join us on this retreat to celebrate the birth of Christ. The retreat is directed by Fr Sean Donohoe OFM Cap and takes place in the Ards Capuchin Friary, Creeslough, Co.Donegal, telephone 00 353 74 9138909. It commences: Saturday 1st December 2007 at 9.30am and finishes Sunday 2nd December 2007 with Mass at 5.30pm. The accommodation, meals and retreat cost €85 euro / £60 sterling. All enquires and reservations to Ards Friary, Retreat and Conference Centre, telephone 00353 74 9138909 or email info@ardsfriary.ie.