CHRISTMAS DAY:
24th/25th December 2016


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Dear Parishioners,

The Solemnity of the Birth Jesus the Lord (December 25th)

In the first centuries of Christianity, the birth of Jesus was celebrated within the context of the manifestation of Christ's divinity to the world. In the East this happened on the feast of the Epiphany. It was in the fourth century that the feast of Christmas appeared in the west as a celebration of the birth of Christ. In celebrating this feast, the Christian community confesses God's humble presence among the poor and those in need throughout the world. May each one of us continue to do this.

God bless you

Deacon Kevin


Deacon Kevin and Cath
would like to wish all parishioners a very Happy, Holy and Peaceful Christmas and many blessings for 2017.
Thank you all very much for your continued support, love and prayers.


Notices:

Please remember to pray for:

The sick and housebound

Those who have recently died

Years Mind:
Sunday: Fr Wilfrid Thompson
Monday: Fr Francis Greenan
Tuesday: Fr Francis Wilson
Wednesday: Eric Pearson
Friday: Fr John Byrne
Saturday: Fr Brian Reeves