Sunday 25th January 2009

Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

The Ways of the Lord.

“Follow me and I will make you into fishers of people.” Those words of Jesus, which are given to us for this week, are usually thought of as being addressed to people with a vocation to the priesthood or religious life. They are about vocation certainly but are addressed to each of us. The four great vocations in the Church are single life, married life, religious life and priesthood. All of us who are baptised are living one of those and each of us is vital to the health of the whole body, the Church. We live our vocations in different ways but to the same end, the salvation of the world. Our task is to discover how to live our own vocation to the full. This means discovering how to make our love radiate out to those around us. We begin in our homes with those who are closest to us. Then we can reach out to the world around us. When we are with Christ and following him love will be the characteristic of our lives.

Fr. Johnny Doherty, C.Ss.R.

Time for God your Friend

As you got up this morning, I watched you, and hoped you would talk to me, even if it was just a few words, asking my opinion, or thanking me for something good that happened in your life yesterday. But I noticed you were too busy, trying to find the right outfit to wear. When you ran around the house getting ready, I knew there would be a few minutes for you to stop and say hello, but you were to busy. Then I saw you spring to your feet. I thought you wanted to talk to me but you ran to the phone and called a friend to get the latest gossip instead. I watched patiently all day long. With all your activities I guess you were too busy to say anything to me. I noticed that before lunch you glanced three or four tables over and you noticed some of your friends talking to me briefly before they ate, but you didn't. That's okay. There is still more time left, and I hope that you will talk to me yet. You went home and it seems as if you had lots of things to do. After a few of them were done, you turned on the TV. I don't know if you like TV or not, just about anything goes there and you spend a lot of time each day in front of it not thinking about anything, just enjoying the show. I waited patiently again as you watched the TV and ate your meal, but again you didn't talk to me. Bedtime - After you said ‘goodnight’ to your family you plopped into bed and fell asleep in no time. That's okay because you may not realize that I am always there for you. I've got patience, more than you will ever know. I even want to teach you how to be patient with others as well. I love you so much that I wait everyday for a nod, prayer or thought or a thankful part of your heart. It is hard to have a one-sided conversation. Well, you are getting up once again. And once again I will wait, with nothing but love for you. Hoping that today you will give me some time. Have a nice day! GOD

Week beginning Sunday 25th January
This Week’s Saints

Monday 26 – Sts Timothy and Titus, bishops
Tuesday 27 – St Angela Merici, virgin and religious
Wednesday 28 – St Thomas Aquinas, priest and doctor of the Church
Friday 30 – St Aidan, bishop

Recent Deaths

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

Margaret Gormley

Eibhlin Corrigan

Mary Cunningham

May they rest in peace.

Mass Intentions

Sacred Heart Church 7.30 pm

Mon Thomas Doherty – 1st Anniversary
Tue Brendan McCausland - Month’s Mind
Wed Oliver Rutledge – 1st Anniversary
Thur Greta Donnelly – 1st Anniversary
Fri Frances Hill – Month’s Mind

Baptisms

Oisín Joseph William Walsh, 2 Gortwell
Rebecca Joanne Quinn, 10 Glenard Gardens
Patrick Joseph Harley, 82 Garvallagh Road, Fintona
Toirleach James Gerald Hughes, Clontyseer, Ballyshannon, Co Donegal

Confirmation Talk
There will be a talk for parents of Primary Seven children, who are making their Confirmation this April in St Joseph’s Hall. It will take place on Wednesday 4th February at 8.15 pm. All parents are asked to attend.

Catholic Schools Week
26th January – 1st February 2009
Theme: “Catholic Schools – A Vision For Life”
The purpose of Catholic Schools’ Week is to promote the contribution that Catholic Schools make to our society. There are resources available on the homepage of www.catholicbishops.ie. The Annual Diocesan Mass will be held on Thursday 29th January at 12.30 pm in St Eugene’s Cathedral, Derry.

St Brigid’s Crosses
St Brigid’s Crosses will be made in St Mary’s Hall, Omagh (beneath the Sacred Heart Church) on Friday 30th January after 7.30 pm Mass. Rushes will be provided or, if you wish, you can bring your own.

This is a final call for any advent boxes from the Children in Crossfire campaign to be returned as soon as possible.

Questions people ask

Q. Jesus often spoke about the kingdom of God, especially in his parables. Was he referring to the next life or to life here on earth?

A. Sometimes the kingdom means the next life, but, more often in the Gospels, the kingdom or reign of God refers to living according to the rule of God here on earth. It means the end of the reign of sin as the ideals of Christ become the rule of life in society. This is what Jesus proclaimed at the start of his public mission. We pray for this in saying ‘Thy kingdom come.’

Fr Silvester O’Flynn OFM Cap, Courtesy of Intercom Magazine

Email silvesteroflynn@gmail.com

Grand Variety Concert & Raffle
Proceeds in Aid of Those Suffering from HIV/AIDS in Zambia
(Organised by Tom & Deirdre Timoney & Local Zambian Fundraising Committee)

Thursday 5th February 2009 @ 8 pm
St Joseph’s Hall, Omagh

M.C. - Frank Galligan
Artists Include: The Singing Brickie, Gary Quinn, Mary Baxter Dancers, Rosie O’Kane, Ray Moore, Declan Forde, Emma Teague, Shay Turbitt, Liam Moore.
Admission is £5

Raffle to take place on the night with many prizes, including Heating Oil & Meal Vouchers

Tickets available in Top News, George Street or News at Six, John Street.

Counters for February

Daniel Campbell, James Cunningham, John Doherty, Kathleen Fox, John McGale, Marie McGirr, Eugene McGrade, Gerard McSorley, Mary Teague.

Collectors for February

6.00 pm – Eugene Duffy, Joe O’Donnell, Liam Grugan, Michael Brogan; 8.30 am – Michael Gilheaney, Gerard Turbitt, Liam Nugent, Patrick Slevin; 9.45 am – Michael Colton, Liam McGrath, Thomas McGuigan, J F Doyle, Eamon Campbell, Dan Campbell, Hugh Ward, Francis Bradley; 11 am - Sean Lynam, Leo Quinn, Dermot Groogan, Joe Mulryan, Michael McGirr, Jim Joe Campbell, John McDonnell; 12.30 pm – John Breslin, B Brown, Anthony Higgins, Francis McCrory, Thomas Logue.

Eucharistic Ministers for February

Vigil Mass – Jackie Convey, Tony McGarvey, Mary McLaughlin, Mary Toal, Rita Loughran, Moira Sharpe, ; 8.30 am –John O’Neill, Fionnula Quinn, Joan Conaghan; 9.45 am – Seamus Maguire, Aidan Quinn, Jean McGowan, Anne Mullan; 11 am – George Johnson, Eugene Teague, Helen Johnson, Alice McNamee, Joe Mulryan; 12.30 pm – Eugene McGrade, Mary McGrade, Tracy Nugent, Ann Pearson; 10 am Drumragh – Aidan Campbell, Ann Doherty.

Pioneers

If there is anyone who would like to join the Pioneers for a temporary period during Lent, you can contact any member of the Committee or call 8224 2921 or 8224 5710.
Pioneers eligible for Silver or Gold pins or any person thinking of becoming a pioneer can also get in touch by calling the above numbers.

Loreto Grammar School
James Street, Omagh
028 8224 3633

www.loretogs.com

…. a pupil centred school at the heart of the community.

OPEN NIGHT

Wednesday 28th January 2009

All P7 girls and their parents/guardians are welcome.
Guided Tours from 7.00 pm
Principal’s Address: 8.45 pm
(Refreshments available)

Eti Inspection Report February 2006

‘The quality of Education provided in this school is outstanding.’

JW Promotions Proudly Presents:
The Queens of Country Show

St Joseph’s Hall, Omagh

Saturday 7th March 2009

Featuring: Billie Joe Spears, Philomena Begley, Dee Reilly, Louise Morrissey, Jeannie Seely

For Tickets call 07753 936 701 or Usual Outlets

Aerobics / Fitball
St Eugene’s Hall, Clanabogan
Begins Thursday 29th January @ 7.30 pm
Please bring own fitball or call 0779 655 2299 to book a ball.

St Joseph’s Hall Grand Refurbishment Draw
Prizes: 1st Prize – New Model Ford Fiesta 5-door Car
2nd Prize – Holiday Voucher worth £3000 with £500 spending money

Could all promoters please return any tickets sold to St Joseph’s Hall on Tuesday 13th January from 7 pm to 9 pm.
These tickets will be entered into a Free £50 Draw after the Bingo.