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Parish Bulletin - 13 May 2012

Today is the 6th Sunday of Easter Cycle B - Choosing to Love.
(Prayers and Readings page 266)

Ascension Day: Thursday next 17th May is the Feast of the Ascension, a Holyday of Obligation.

Masses at St. John Ogilvie’s on Thursday at 9.00 am and 7.30 pm.

Fairtrade: Fairtrade Stall after all masses. There are cards available inviting you to "Take a Step in 2012" with Fairtrade. The Fairtrade foundation has asked that you write down on the card provided an action you will take for Fairtrade. By posting it back you will help them reach their target of 1.5million steps. Your card will be entered in a draw for Fairtrade hampers (closing date 30/11/12). If you wish you may leave completed cards in the box provided at the Fairtrade Stall to save on postage.

Irish Night – Friday 18th May: St. Kentigern’s Parkgrove Avenue, Tickets £6 and further details Paddy Ferry 554-8216. Proceeds to help fund the visit to St. Kentigern’s of the Folk Choir of Notre Dame University, Indiana, USA.

Parish Pastoral Council: Meeting of the PPC on Thursday 31st May. Items for the agenda should be given to Pat Saddler (President) or Anna Allen (Secretary) by Sunday next 20th May.

Auxiliary Bishop Announcement: Mgr. Stephen Robson has been appointed Auxiliary Bishop for St. Andrews and Edinburgh. Congratulations to Mgr. Robson, we wish him every blessing in his new appointment.

Edinburgh Marathon 27th May: Darren Kesson will be running the marathon for Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland, in support of his father, John. Sponsor forms at the back of the church for those who would like to support him.

Death Announcement: With regret we announce the death of Molly Finnan who died peacefully on Wednesday 9th May. We offer our sincere sympathy to her nephews and nieces. May she rest in peace. Molly will be received into St. John Ogilvie’s on Monday 14th at 5.00 pm, Requiem on Tuesday 10.00 am followed by burial at Piershill Cemetery.

Ruby Jubilee: Fr John Robinson will celebrate 40 years of his Ordination to Priesthood. At St Kentigern’s Church, on Wednesday 6th June at 7.30 pm.

Mass for the Sick: Sunday 17th June 11.00 am.

New Dawn in Scotland: Catholic Family Conference 2nd - 6th July 2012.
St. Andrew’s, Madras College, Kilyymont Road.
International and local speakers, Mime Artist and Ceilidh.
Information from 0131-447-6153 or www.newdawninscotland.com.

SCIAF Robin Hood Tax Campaign: The current stage of this campaign was launched during lent. If you have not yet taken action either online or by completing a card, please consider doing so today. If you wish to leave the signed card in the box provided we can send them off together and save on postage. SCIAF will forward them to David Cameron. Cardinal O'Brien spoke passionately on the national news last Sunday in support of this tax. The card provides details of how this simple sustainable and fair tax would generate money to ensure justice, development and dignity for the worlds poorest.

Robin Hood Cards available at the Fairtrade Stall.

Children’s Liturgy SCIAF Projects: Fund raising events for this year will include:

Raffle (donations of prizes, greatly appreciated).
Beetle Drive, Monday 28th May, tickets limited so get them fast.
One Step at a Time, (saving pennies until 1st July 2012).

The children have a few projects they wish to fund this year, so over the coming months will use these events to achieve their goal.

Anniversaries: Jack Allen, Patrick McKay, Ellie Travers, Bill Murphy, William McFadden, Cathy Karry, Audrey Morton, May Harper, Tom Rennie, Rita Livingstone, Christine Harte, Peter McGilligan, Catherine Rodgers, Isa Penman, Jeanette Mohammed, Martin Mawga, James Mangh, Margaret Inglis, William Curran, Christine Smith, Albert Paterson, Fr. John Hickey, O.M.I., Joseph Livingstone, Mary Hanson, Janet Brotherstone, Mary Muir and Dennis Doherty.

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Parish Bulletin - 6 May 2012

Today is the 5th Sunday of Easter Cycle B - New Beginning - The Apostle Paul.
(Prayers and Readings page 264)

Welcome:

We welcome to God’s Family, Ruaridh William Nicholson. Ruaridh will be christened today at the 11o’c Mass. Congratulations to Billy and Gillian, a brother for Niamh, may he bring you many years of joy and happiness.

Interested in a life as a Diocesan Priest: A retreat will take place for those who wish to find out more about life as a diocesan priest. This event is offered without obligation or commitment from participants. It will give the opportunity to talk about becoming a diocesan priest in the company of priests, other enquirers and candidates for seminary. There is no charge for this event. The event will take place from 6.00pm on 1st June 6.00pm till 3.00pm on 2nd June.

If you would like more information then please contact your diocesan vocations director or the Priests for Scotland office (0141-942-8384).

Justice & Peace: There will be a Fairtrade Stall after all Masses next weekend, 12th/13th May.

Mass for the Sick: Sunday 17th June 11.00 am.

SCIAF Little Boxes: Please return any boxes by next weekend. Thank you.

Annual Return for the SVDP: A copy of the report for St. John Ogilvie’s Conference is available at the back of the church today. Further information and clarification available from Gina Lowe (Treasurer) or Ann O’Donnell (acting President).

SVDP Meeting: In the Chapel House on Thursday next at 7. 00 pm.

J & P - Fresh Start Sponsored Walk – Friday 1st June: Frances Scougall and Trish Muirhead invite you to join them in team St. John O when they will be talking the talk while walking the walk in aid of Fresh Start. Starting at Dean Parish at 10.00 am on Friday 1st June the walk along the Water of Leith is approx 8 miles and takes around 3 hours. Lunch and refreshments are provided. Names to any member of the J & P Group no later than 6th May. If you are unable to join the walk, sponsorship would be very much appreciated. Sponsor forms will be available soon.

Children’s Liturgy Fund Raising: Fund raising events for this year will include:

Raffle (donations of prizes, greatly appreciated).
Beetle Drive, Monday 28th May, tickets limited so get them fast.
One Step at a Time, (saving pennies until 1st July 2012).

The children have a few projects they wish to fund this year, so over the coming months will use these events to achieve their goal.

Anniversaries: Kyle Apter, Agnes Lochrin, Andrew O’Donnell, Andrew McGonagle, Letitia McAteer, Isobelle Renton, Baby Courtney McGarvey, Maureen Firth, Roy Doolan, Barry McGonagle, Elspeth Farrell, Nora Boyle, Mary Paterson, James Wilson, Elizabeth Doherty, Bella Ford, Mark Davies, Sadie Paterson, Helen Crimp, Francis McKenna, Mark Dixon, Jimmy Hickey, Eileen Matthews, Marjory Ducat, Sr.Marie McAllister and Patrick Doherty.

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Parish Bulletin - 29 April 2012

Today is the 4th Sunday of Easter Cycle B - Good Shepherd Sunday.
(Prayers and Readings page 261)

St Vincent DePaul

Retreat Day – Heriot Watt Saturday 5th May 10 - 4: The Retreat Master Fr Ted McSherry OMI.

This retreat is open to all parishioners, book with one of our St. Vincent DePaul members.

Mass for the Sick: Sunday 17th June 11.00 am.

World Day of Prayer for Vocations: Today Sunday 29th April is World Day of Prayer for Vocations.

Monthly Youth Meeting: The next monthly meeting will take place on Friday 4th May at 6pm in the Church House. All secondary school aged parishioners welcome.

Church Grounds: The grass grew into a meadow while we waited 2 months for maintenance be carried out on our lawnmower. The service providers accepted responsibility for the delay and arranged to cut the long grass, unfortunately this left us with a lawn that needs raking, With the arrival of sunshine I invite any parishioner with an hour to spare to help tackle this problem, bring your own rake or use one provided by the parish.

Parish Pledge: Envelopes for 2012 "Parish Pledge" are still available at the back of the Church.

J & P - Homeless: Sister Aelred of St Catherine’s Homeless Project wrote to thank the parishioners of St John Ogilvie’s for their generous donations. See letter on notice board.

50th International Eucharistic Congress Dublin 2012: What is an International Eucharistic Congress?
It is a great universal gathering of people which aims to:

Promote an awareness of the central place of the Eucharist in the life and mission of the Catholic Church.
Help improve our understanding and celebration of the Liturgy.
Draw attention to the social dimension of the Eucharist.
Reflect on our faith in the Real Presence of the Lord in the Mass.

An International Congress takes place somewhere in the world every four years, it was last held in Ireland in 1932.

Pilgrimages from Scotland:-

15 to 18 June - 4 days/3 nights package approx £349 (based at University); approx £376 (based at 3* Hotel)

10 to 18 June - 9 days/8 nights package approx £654 (based at University); approx £747 (based at 3* Hotel).

Prices are based on sharing a twin/ double room. Single supplements will apply. All bedrooms have en suite facilities.

These prices include:

Executive coach hire from Scotland (local pick up points TBA) with free on board refreshments.
Congress Registration Fee and full daily participation in the Congress Programme.
Admission Fee to Closing Ceremony in Croke Park, Dublin.
Return Irish Sea ferry crossings.
3 or 8 nights accommodation on a B & B basis at the accommodation of choice.
Excursions will include City Tour of Dublin, Glendalough Monastic site and a visit to Skerries/northern costal tour (depending on which tour you choose).
Full Travel and Spiritual Programme organised in conjunction with Alba Tours, Motherwell.

For full information and Booking Forms, please contact:

Mgr. Stephen Robson, Gillis Centre, 100 Strathearn Road EH9 1BB. Tel: 623-8902 or e-mail: chancery@staned.org.uk.

Anniversaries: Margaret Edwards, Mary Murphy, Fr. Pat Gahagan, Michael Kelly, Fr. John Coakley OMI, Cathy Brunache, Duncan Robertson, Anton Gallagher, Terry Mallarkey, Maureen Glasgow, Charles Hornig, Nora Duffy, Annie McFadden, May Hornig, Maria Hughes, Frank McLaughlin, Marjorie Lowe, Rab Harkins, Edith Howes, Brian Kilpatrick, Doreen Murphy, John Kidd (Snr), Agnes Miller, Doalty Sharkey, David Metcalf, Brian Flannigan and Vicky Duffy

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Parish Bulletin - 22 April 2012

Today is the 3rd Sunday of Easter Cycle B - The Road to Emmaus.
(Prayers and Readings page 255)

Justice & Peace - Homeless: Thank you to everyone who donated very generously to the collection for St Catherine’s homeless project.

Justice & Peace - Quarterly Meeting: Meeting of our Justice and Peace Group at the Chapel House Wednesday 25th April at 7.00 pm.

Welcome:

We welcome to God’s Family, Daniel Robert Robertson who was Baptised at St. John Ogilvie’s Church on Saturday. Congratulations to Sean and Stella Robertson (Turner) their first born, may he bring you many years of joy and happiness.

Annual S.P.U.C. Pro-Life Chain, Lothian Road – 28th April 11am till 1pm: You are invited to join us in a silent demonstration against abortion practices on Saturday 28th April from 11am till 1pm. Please meet outside the Usher Hall at 10.45am. There is also to be a priest-led rosary at 10am in the Sacred Heart church if people would like to attend. Refreshments are available afterwards for everyone in the Sacred Heart Church Hall. Please join us even if only for a short time.

Youth - Bethany Sleepover: Thanks to everyone who sponsored the group that took part in this year’s sleepover. £230 was raised to help the homeless.

Parish Pledge: Envelopes for 2012 "Parish Pledge" are still available at the back of the Church.

City Praise 2012 – Usher Hall 29th April 8pm: A non-denominational service of Christian worship led by Exile Band, Choir and Orchestra. For Free tickets call 0131 208 0095 or book online at www.originscotland.org.

SVDP Monthly Meeting: At the Chapel House on Thursday 26th. At 7.00 pm.

Retreat Day:

The annual SVDP retreat day will take place at Heriott Watt on Saturday 5tth May. The Retreat Master Fr Ted McSherry OMI.

This retreat is open to all parishioners, book with one of our St. Vincent DePaul members.

World Day of Prayer for Vocations: Next Sunday 29th April is World Day of Prayer for Vocations. Second Collection for Ecclesiastical Students Fund.

Vocation Mass: A monthly vocation mass will is held in St. Joseph’s House, Little Sisters of the Poor, 43 Gilmore Place, Edinburgh. 2nd Tuesday of the Month at 7.30pm during April, May, June, Sept and October. Refreshments and parking will be available.

Death Announcements: Fr David Barr, parish priest of St Margaret’s, Dunfermline, died suddenly on 13th April Fr Patrick Kelly, retired, died on Sunday 15 April 2012 and Fr Graham Turner, ordained on 9 April 2012 and died peacefully on 16th April 2012.

Anniversaries: Lena Montgomery, Agnes Drysdale, John Evan Jones, Sylvia Monroe, John Hickey, Brian Slater, Darren Kyle, Jean Reid, John McGinness, David McKenna, Lydia Thompson, Agnes Parry, Annie McTighe, Robert Burns, Greg Crombie, Doreen Johnston, Kathleen Finerty, John Scott, Kevin Glasgow, Timothy O’Sullivan, Molly Williams and Catherine Burns.

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Parish Bulletin - 15 April 2012

Today is the 2nd Sunday of Easter Cycle B - Doubting Thomas
(Prayers and Readings page 255)

Justice & Peace: St Catherines Homeless project. Collection today the 15th April. Old towels, good used clothing (gents mainly) and toiletries will be greatly appreciated.

Opportunities for Adults at WHEC: Enrole Now; Classes begin Tuesday 17th April - Art, Ceramics, Pottery, Clay Modelling, Drawing and Painting. Computing, Cookery & Craft, Culture, Dance, Personal Development, Yoga, Music.

Brochures at the back of the Church or from www.whec.edin.sch.uk.

Local Council Elections – Hustings:

Open Meeting arranged by Diocesan Justice & Peace at St. Mary’s Metropolitan Cathedral Hall (next to John Lewis) on Thursday 19th April, from 7pm—9pm. More information is available from Alison Murphy on 0131 556 1798.

The evening will bring together representatives of the different political parties and is a chance to put your questions and concerns to candidates and political reps before you decide how you will vote.

Retreat Day: The annual SVDP retreat day will take place at Heriott Watt on Saturday 5tth May. The Retreat Master Fr Ted McSherry OMI.

This retreat is open to all parishioners, book with one of our St. Vincent DePaul members.

Archdiocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes 2012: The 2012 Archdiocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place from 6 to 12 July 2012 lead by Cardinal O`Brien. Costs are likely to be around £750.
www.access-travel.co.uk). Enquiries about sick pilgrimage to the Booking Secretary, 61 Hailes Gardens, Edinburgh, EH13 0JN, 0131 441 1939.

St. Andrew’s Pilgrimage: This, one of the great pilgrimages of the world, is being revived THIS year. It is hoped that in time and with support, it will become Scotland’s own, Santiago de Compostela! See how YOU can be a part of that and of history by visiting www.thewayofstandrews.com. Pilgrimage ends in St Andrews on 5th July.

Me a Teacher?:

Ever thought of a career in teaching?
Have you questions you would like to ask about it?
If so, why not email ted.brack@yahoo.com

or marnaclarke@staned.org.uk from the Recruitment Strategy Team, for some answers and more information.

Afternoon Tea at Gillis Centre: Introducing Afternoon Tea at Gillis Centre, Wednesday 18th April 2 – 4pm cost £5. Enjoy a selection of home made cakes as well as sandwiches with a variety of prepared fillings. Call 0131 623 8911. Future dates for Afternoon Tea are 16th May & 13 June.

Anniversaries: Adam Connor, Paul Jones, Mary McQuade, Margaret Thompson, Bridget Gallagher, Monica Hanna, Breigh Scullion, Tommy McGovern, Joseph McFadden, Bishop Kevin Rafferty, Douglas Garvie, Theodore Monro, Monica Fraser, James O’Neill, William Brotherstone, John Donoghue, Mark Smith, Frank Thomas, Margaret Ndangali, Emma Taylor, Marion Taylor, Rose Murray, Barney Brogan, John McGonagle, Cathleen Logan, Mary O’Rourke and Agnes Martin

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Parish Bulletin - 8 April 2012 - Easter Sunday weekend

Easter Vigil: Saturday (7 April) at 7.30pm (page 216).

Easter Sunday Mass: 10.00am ONLY (page 251).

Easter Blessing

May the Lord bless you this Easter Time.
Bless you with hope, uplift you in despair.

Bless you with peace, calm you in trouble.
Bless you with joy, comfort you in sorrow.

Bless you with faith, guard you against doubt
Bless you with love, keep you from fear

Bless you with mercy; help you forgive
So your heart may rejoice in the Risen Lord.

Easter Monday Mass: Mass at 12.00 Noon.

Bingo: Back again Tuesday 10th April; eyes down 8.00 pm.

SVDP: Meeting of the St. Vincent DePaul Conference on Thursday next 7.00 pm.

Raffle in aid of Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage: Congratulations to the winners: 1st Prize Helen Slevin, 2nd Prize Mary Boyle and 3rd. Prize Mary Boner. Thanks to all who contributed, the raffle raised £182.00 for the Lourdes Pilgrimage.

Justice & Peace: St Catherines Homeless project. The next collection is the 15th April. Old towels, good used clothing (gents mainly) and toiletries will be greatly appreciated.

Local Council Elections – Hustings: Open Meeting arranged by Diocesan Justice & Peace at St. Mary’s Metropolitan Cathedral Hall (next to John Lewis) on Thursday 19th April, from 7pm—9pm. More information is available from Alison Murphy on 0131 556 1798.

The evening will bring together representatives of the different political parties and is a chance to put your questions and concerns to candidates and political reps before you decide how you will vote.

Justice & Peace - Ecocongregation/SCIAFPilot study: The report on this pilot, in which St John Ogilvies took part, is now available at www.ecocongregationscotland.org.uk. Printed copies supplied on request .see notice board.

Anniversaries: Madge Fitzgerald, Gladys Saddler, Bobby Geddes, George Geddes, Thomas Malone, Martin Daly, Margaret Pearson, Alex Sim, Josie O’Connell, Maurice Moriarty, Margaret McLaughlin, James Paterson, Bridget Heffron, Bill Thompson, Winnie Spencer, David Pow, John McKay, John McNeish, Eamon Mullan, Ronald Edgar, Peter White, Margaret Joyce, Bennie Fusco, Mary Jones, William Visick, Muriel White, Roddy McLean, Rose Murphy, Jackie Shandlands, Myles Duffy and Hannah Danboy

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Parish Bulletin - 1 April 2012

Holy Week

Palm Sunday:

Mass at 10.00am only.

Stations of the Cross at 3.00 pm.

Stations will be led by the children, all are welcome.

Holy Thursday:

Mass of the Lord’s Supper - 7.30pm

Washing of Feet and Institution of the Eucharist.

Exposition of Blessed Sacrament after ceremonies until 10.00 pm. (Quiet Prayer)

Good Friday - 3.00pm

Celebration of the Lord’s Passion.

Prayers for all peoples & Penance Service.

Veneration of the Cross.

Holy Communion.

Holy Saturday - 7.30pm:

Service of Light.

History of Salvation.

Liturgy of the Eucharist.

Easter Sunday: Mass at 10.00am ONLY.

Easter Monday: Mass at 12.00 Noon.

Good Friday: A Day of Fast and Abstinence.

Bingo: No Bingo in Holy Week.

The Way of the Cross: For images and reflection see St John Ogilvie’s web site: www.stjohnogilvies.co.uk

Parish Pastoral Council: Decisions of the PPC held on 22nd March:

Pat Saddler was elected chairperson.
The Income/ Expenditure for the Parish 2011 was presented by Laura Lang; report on parish finances available at the back of the church today.
Purchase Parish Mass Books for second half of 2012.
Parish Survey completed and agreed.
Annual Audit on Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults; Jacci Scott.
Fairtrade Award from Lord Provost welcomed and appreciated.
Youth engaged in SCIAF sleep-in and Bethany Sleep-out both gave evidence of generous outreach.
Quote for repairs and insulation to Church Roof £91,000, Diocese advise this is over budget, we are in dialogue on a less ambitious project.

Parish Pledge: Envelopes for 2012 first instalment of "Parish Pledge" are available today at the back of the Church. The annual Parish Pledge replaces the old "Autumn Fare" for parish fundraising. Our target is for £2,000 a year. Last year the income from this source was £1,360.

Anniversaries: Br. Blackburne, O.M.I., Gerry McDade, Mr. Kuczynski, Mary Loy, John Lang, Joseph Rodgers, Isobel Butchart, Donald Reid, John Henderson, John Ryan, Patrick Kilty, Agnes Dougall, George Lavery, Agnes Rae, Ella Green and John McGinley.

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Parish Bulletin - 25 March 2012

Today we celebrate the Fifth Sunday of Lent: Cycle B (Page 169) - The Cross: Loss and Gain.

Next Sunday we enter HOLY WEEK

Palm Sunday:

Saturday Vigil Mass: 6.30pm + Sunday Mass: 10.00am ONLY. Palms will be blessed at both Masses. Procession at 10.00am Mass.

Stations of the Cross at 3.00pm - Stations will be led by the children, all are welcome.

The Holy Week programme will be given in the Newsletter next Sunday. Please note ONE MASS next Sunday morning at 10.00am.

Prayer around the Cross: 30 minutes of quiet reflection on the Stations of the Cross every Thursday during Lent at 7.00 pm.

The Annunciation: Monday 26th March is the Feast of the Annunciation, World Day of Prayer for Life and the Congregational Feast Day for the Ursuline Sisters, the day when Srs Margaret and Cecilia renew their commitment and vows.

Gift Aid: Gift Aid is a government scheme that enables the Church to reclaim the tax you have already paid on the money you give in your offering. The 20% basic rate of Income tax means that the church can recover tax at the rate of 25p in every £1.00 given.

£25 becomes £30. £100 becomes £125. £500 becomes £625.

If members of a parish community give offerings of £40,000 using the Gift Aid scheme then the tax refund will increase this to £50,000 or £10,000 extra towards running of the Parish Church.

For further information contact Charlie McGinley or Fr Tony.

April is the beginning of the financial year so to gain full benefit from this scheme we invite you to consider using this facility by the end of March.

Youth Meeting Friday 30th March: Bowling and dinner at Fountainpark at 6pm, cost £5. All secondary school aged parishioners welcome. Sign up sheet available in the porch.

St. Vincent DePaul – 29th March: Meeting of the SVDP conference at the Chapel House on Thursday at 7.00 pm.

Justice & Peace: Many thanks for your generous support of the Fresh Start Appeal last weekend. Donations were greatly appreciated.

Oblate Youth Summer Camp 30th July-3rd August 2012: We are now taking bookings for the annual Oblate Youth Summer Camp, which takes place at Blue Peris Adventure Centre, North Wales. This is a fun filled week for 12-14 year olds with adventure activities including abseiling, rock climbing, kayaking and much more. Each night will conclude with evening prayer and group reflection. This is a great opportunity for young people to meet other young Catholics from Oblate parishes across the UK and Ireland.

Cost: £180 per person, including meals, accommodation and transport.

For more information or to book a place contact: Anne Fegan, St Mary’s Star of the Sea, 106 Constitution Street, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6AW Telephone: (0131) 555 2179, email anne.oblate.partners@gmail.com.

Parish Pledge: Envelopes for 2012 first instalment of “Parish Pledge” are available today at the back of the Church. The annual Parish Pledge replaces the old “Autumn Fare” for parish fundraising. Our target is for £2,000 a year. Last year the income from this source was £1,360.

Deanery Safeguarding Trainers: he Archdiocese of St Andrews and Edinburgh is seeking to appoint Deanery Safeguarding Trainers>
br> Description of Role:

To provide Safeguarding Awareness Sessions in their Deanery
To train and support Parish Safeguarding Co-ordinators
To work with the Diocesan Safeguarding Administrator to put in place a training calendar
To liaise with the Dean and Parish Clergy about training needs

This voluntary role will be supported by regular training opportunities the first of which will be held on 27th and 28th April 2012. The initial commitment for this role is for 2 years.

To find out more and to obtain a Role Description contact: Liz Carty Safeguarding Administrative Officer E-mail: childprotect@staned.org.uk or telephone 0131 623 8943.

Next Week-end (Palm Sunday): Second collection next Sunday for Building Fund. (April Bonus Ball money due – see Lena.)

Anniversaries: Martin Heffron, Pat McDade, Tony Paterson, Sharon Tscel opsuce, James Duffy, John McDougall, David Nicholson, Jim Berry, Baby Philip Reid, Rose Romaniak, Mary Sharkey, Peter Carroll, Suzanne Miller, Pope John Paul 11, Karen Rae, David Sutherland, Sean Cummings and Tom McHale.

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Parish Bulletin - 18 March 2012

Today we celebrate the Fourth Sunday of Lent: Cycle B (Page 165) - God’s Work of Art.

Fresh Start: Fresh Start collection today 18th March. Cooking utensils, crockery/cutlery, curtains, bed linen, towels, tea towels and cleaning products are needed. We will be grateful for your donations.

Bethany Sleepout – Friday 23rd March: Connor, Deo, James and Lesley will be giving up their beds on Friday night and sleeping under the stars to help homeless people.

Sponsor Forms available at the back of the Church. All support greatly appreciated.

Prayer around the Cross: 30 minutes of quiet reflection on the Stations of the Cross every Thursday during Lent at 7.00 pm.

Parish Pastoral Council: PPC meet at the Chapel House on Thursday next 22nd March at 7.30 pm. Council Members please collect your Agenda and Correspondence after Mass today.

Spring Tea & Concert: At St. Nicholas’ Church, Sighthill, With Edinburgh Telephone Choir, Thursday 22nd March 7.30 pm. Tickets including refreshments £6.00.

Youth Meeting Friday 30th March: Bowling and dinner at Fountainpark at 6pm, cost £5. All secondary-school aged parishioners welcome. Sign up sheet available in the porch.

Interested in supporting marriage and relationships?: Scottish Marriage Care - a leading Relationship Support Charity – in partnership with the Roman Catholic Church, is recruiting volunteers to deliver "FOCCUS", our marriage preparation programme.

For more information please contact Christina Smiley or Maureen Hally on 0141 222 2166 or go to www.scottishmarriagecare.org/training.html.

SCIAF: SCIAF Needs your Help. Lent materials, Weebox and Robin Hood Tax Campaign Cards are on the Sciaf table at the back of the church.

FairTrade Award: On Thursday 8th March, St. John Ogilvie's Parish was presented with: The Lord Provost's Fair Trade Award 2012 for the Best Fair Trade Faith Community in Edinburgh.

The Lord Provost presents these awards annually to business, schools and faith groups, we were nominated by whom we do not know, the assessors looked at our track record and deemed us worthy of this recognition for our commitment to FairTrade.

Scotland is well on track to become a Fair Trade Nation by the end of this year.

Trish Muirhead of our Justice and Peace Group accepted the award from the Lord Provost on behalf of our Parish Community. We have held the Fair Trade status since 2003.

£25 becomes £30. £100 becomes £125. £500 becomes £625.

If members of a parish community give offerings of £40,000 using the Gift Aid scheme then the tax refund will increase this to £50,000 or £10,000 extra towards running of the Parish Church.

For further information contact Charlie McGinley or Fr Tony.

April is the beginning of the financial year so to gain full benefit from this scheme we invite you to consider using this facility by the end of March.

How God Created Mother

God took the fragrance of a flower,
The majesty of a tree,
The gentleness of morning dew,
The calm of a quiet sea,
The beauty of a twilight hour,
The soul of a starry night,
The laughter of the rippling brook,
The grace of a bird in flight.
Then God fashioned from these things
A creation like no other,
And when His masterpiece was through,
He called it simply...MOTHER.

SCIAF Letter: from Cardinal O’Brien and Bishop Moran at the back of the church today.

Anniversaries: Jeannie O’Neill, Pat Kilpatrick, Ron Ferguson, Mary Doyle, Fr. Liam Duffy, O.M.I., Anne Murphy, Joseph Crere, Alex Paterson, Ellizabeth Steel, Keith Farries, Sr. Sheelagh Stapleton, Isobella O’Farrell, Frances Robertson, James Henderson, Josephine Muir, Isa Cherry, Edward Smith, Margaret Flannery and Anna Gahagan

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Parish Bulletin - 11 March 2012

Today we celebrate the Third Sunday of Lent: Cycle B - Disturbing the Peace.

Structure of the Eucharist in the Blue Parish Mass Book

St Mary Star of the Sea Parish Retreat 12th – 16th March: See Newsletter of 26th February for details. (Or point cursor here to see original notice.)

Fresh Start: The next Fresh Start collection is 18th March. Cooking utensils, crockery/cutlery, curtains, bedlinen, towels, teatowels and cleaning products are needed. We will be grateful for your donations.

Bethany Sleepout – Friday 23rd March: A group of young parishioners will be sleeping rough on 23rd March to raise money for homeless people. Over the past 2 years this group has raised £526.

Sponsor Forms available at the back of the Church. All support greatly appreciated.

Prayer around the Cross: 30 minutes of quiet reflection on the Stations of the Cross every Thursday during Lent at 7.00 pm.

Parish Pastoral Council: Meeting of the PPC on Thursday 22nd March at 7.30 pm. Items for the agenda should be given to Margaret O’Hare (Vice chair) or Anna Allen (Secretary) by today, Sunday 11th March.

St. John Ogilvie: Saturday 10th March was the feast of St. John Ogilvie, patron of our parish. John’s noble Scottish family was part Catholic and part Presbyterian. His father raised him as a Calvinist, sent him to the continent for education. There he became interested in the popular debates going on between Catholic and Calvinist scholars. Debates gave rise only to confusion, John turned to Scripture, two texts became his particular focus:

"God wills all men to be saved and come to the knowledge of the truth."
"Come to me all you who are weary and find life burdensome, and I will refresh you."

John concluded that the Catholic Church could embrace all people so at the age of 17 in Louvain, Belgium in 1596 he was received into the Catholic Church. In 1610 he was ordained a priest as a member of the Jesuit Order. Sent to Scotland as a missionary, where, due to penal laws, he posed as a horse trader and soldier but was betrayed. Brought before the courts, his trial dragged on until he had been without food for 26 hours. Deprived of sleep for eight days and nights he was dragged around, prodded with sharp sticks and his hair pulled out. Still he refused to reveal the names of Catholics. He underwent a second and third trial but held firm. Even on the scaffold he was offered freedom and a fine living if he would deny his faith. His courage in prison and his martyrdom was reported throughout Scotland.

John Ogilvie was canonized in 1976, becoming the first Scottish saint since 1250.

BACH: At St. Mary’s Cathedral Tuesday 27th March 7.30pm
Choir and Orchestra St. Mary’s Music School & Cathedral Choir
Mozart: Bach: and Capuzzi.
Tickets £9, concessions £6, schoolchildren £3

Youth Meeting: Friday 30th March – Monthly meeting Bowling Night for secondary school aged parishioners.

Special Collection 17/18 March: Next weekend (17/18 March) there will be a second collection for Papal & Episcopal Charities (including SCIAF).

Anniversaries: Rodger Marshall, Joseph Conway, Anne McCaffrey, Sr Winifred Cleary, Rudy Capavanni, James Tait, John O’Donnell, Mgr. Tony McNally, Olive Grogan, Peggy Cavanagh, Anna Wilson, Kathleen O’Kane, Sr Geraldine Kelly, Michael McDonagh, Pat Donnehy, Rose Ann Curran, Margaret Conway and Helen Skirving.

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Parish Bulletin - 4 March 2012

Today we celebrate the Second Sunday of Lent: Cycle B - Facing the Mountain of Death.

Structure of the Eucharist in the Blue Parish Mass Book

Justice & Peace: Many thanks for your support of the FairTrade Stall last weekend. The amount raised was £239.97. Fairtrade fortnight: The theme this year is "Take a Step for 2012" Please take a card and pledge to take a step for fairtrade. You may leave completed cards in the box provided. These will be returned to the fairtrade foundation where they will be entered into a draw. There are 20 Fairtrade Hampers to be won.

St. Vincent DePaul: Meeting of the SVDP on Thursday next 8th March at 7.00 pm.

Welcome: Today we welcome Fr Ted McSherry omi from Leith, Fr Ted will be available at St. John Ogilvie’s for seven days during the absence of Fr Tony.

Prayer around the Cross: 30 minutes of quiet reflection on the Stations of the Cross every Thursday during Lent at 7.00 pm.

Parish Pastoral Council: Meeting of the PPC on Thursday 22nd March at 7.30 pm. Items for the agenda should be given to Margaret O’Hare (Vice chair) or Anna Allen (Secretary) by Sunday 11th March.

Rose Tait: It is with regret we have to advise of the death of Rose on Tuesday 28th February. Funeral arrangements are: Monday, 5th March at 4.30pm received into Church, Tuesday, 6th March, 10.00am Requiem Mass. May she rest in peace.

SCIAF "Wee Box" appeal: This year’s focus is on the work of Association of People with Disabilities in India. In addition to donations for this cause we are asked to reflect and act in solidarity with the world's most vulnerable people. Join the campaign to stop the world’s poorest people paying for the banking crisis. Please complete a card to ask for a "Robin Hood" tax to be imposed on large financial transactions e.g. Hedge Funds. This action can also be taken online at www.sciaf.org.uk. Cards are available on the table beside "Wee box". Booklets, 40days 40ways, suggest lenten actions and reflections. Please take one. (These are not included in home mailing from SCIAF.)

Lent Retreat: Saturday 10th March 10am-4pm, Lauriston Halls. See notice on board.

St Mary Star of the Sea Parish Retreat 12th – 16th March: See last week’s Newsletter for details. Patricia Carroll of Gillis will speak at the Masses in Star of the Sea on this weekend 3rd and 4th March on the format of the Retreat. (Masses at Leith are Saturday Vigil 6.00pm and Sunday 10.00am and 11.30am.)

St. John Ogilvie: Saturday next 10th March is the feast of our Patron Saint, St John Ogilvie. Our Newsletter next week will carry a brief biography of the saint whose motto is "Usque ad Finem". Also available for parishioners new to the Parish is a Directory which gives the life story of the saint, plus activities of parish groups in St. John Ogilvie’s church.

Anniversaries: Lee Duncan, Edward Taylor, Lillias Sikora, Annie Glancy, Mary Castle, Marion Sinclair, Mgr. David Gemmell, Kate Donald, Kathleen Mahon, Rose Calvey, Karen Thomas, Agnes Adams, Mary Garry, Vera Spence, Maria Pereirra, Philip Faccenda, Gerard McDonald, Pat McGilligan, Alison Welsh, Ian Allison, Minnie Bilberg, Shaun McAllister, Elsa Purcell and Leighann Miller.

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Parish Bulletin - 26 February 2012

Today we celebrate the First Sunday of Lent: Cycle B - Facing Satan.

Structure of the Eucharist in the Blue Parish Mass Book

SCIAF "Wee Box" : available at the back of the Church today.

ST. Mary Star of the Sea PARISH RETREAT 12th – 16th March: We have an opportunity to join with St Mary’s Star of the Sea as a parish community to be on retreat together during Lent. Many people today do not have the time or the money to go off to a retreat centre, so the retreat is coming to them. A team of three will lead them daily in a time of reflection. There will be an opportunity to come together, for an hour, either at 10.45am before their midday Mass (Monday to Friday), or at 7.30 in the evening, to spend time with God in prayer. (You choose which hour you come.) The focus of the retreat will centre on the Eucharist and various moments of Mass, enabling us to pray the Mass and participate more deeply. Each daily session consists of twenty minutes of reflection, followed by twenty minutes of prayer in Church and then twenty minutes of shared conversation. This is an opportunity for you. Don’t let the invitation pass you by – think about it as it may be something you have wanted for yourself for a long time. No need to book a place.

For more information contact Marguerite Kramers: 07506 504532.

Patricia Carroll of Gillis will speak at the Masses in Star of the Sea on weekend of 3rd and 4th March on the format of the Retreat, Masses at Leith are Saturday Vigil 6.00pm and Sunday 10.00am and 11.30am.

Annual Sleepover – Friday 9th March: The Annual Sleepover for P3 upwards will take place on Friday 9th March. Sign up sheet available at the back of the Church. See Notice Board for other Youth dates for March.

Fairtrade Fortnight begins 27th February: Fairtrade stall this weekend 25th/26th February after all masses.

Oblate Connections: Spring edition available at the back of the Church today.

Winter Break– 1st to 7th March: Fr Tony will take a winter break this week. Fr Ted McSherry omi from Leith will be in residence at St. John Ogilvie’s during his absence. Masses and all services as usual. Locum answers to "Fr Ted".

Beginning Experience: This is a weekend for those who find themselves alone again through divorce, separation or bereavement. The weekend will take place from: 23rd - 25th March at St. Mary’s, Kinnoull, Perth. For details contact: ROS on 0131 669 0003 or e-mail roz25@hotmail.co.uk.

Lourdes Pilgrimage: The Archdiocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes led by Cardinal O’Brien will take place on 6th to 13th July 2012. Details on church notice board or see www.access-travel.co.uk or www.mancunia.com.

Your Journey to Easter: 46 reflections for Lent available at the back of the Church. Please take a copy and use it daily over the next six weeks, it can be used personally or if you wish in a small group.

Special Collection – 3/4th March: Second collection next weekend, Building Fund. (Bonus Ball for March now due, see Lena.)

Anniversaries: Stephanie Clark, Mary Hannon, Patrick Carroll, Mary Clements, Catherine Abbott, John McTighe, Fr. Charles Barclay, Baby Rachael Butler, Sandy Eadie, James McGhee, Danny McKinney, Michael McFadden, David Scott, Shaun McRitchie, Fr Eugene Forde OMI, Margaret Sharkey, Maureen Hunter, Catherine Coleridge, Mina McGhee, John Elwyn Jones and Denholm Isbister.

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Parish Bulletin - 19 February 2012

Today we celebrate the Seventh Sunday of the Year: Cycle B - Forgiveness.

Structure of the Eucharist in the Blue Parish Mass Book

Ash Wednesday: Wednesday next is Ash Wednesday the first day of Lent. It is a day of Fast and Abstinence. The Church invites us to decide on our personal Lenten Penance. We are invited to live simply so that others may simply live. Our Fast or Abstinence should benefit those in need especially people living in the Third World. A SCIAF Box in the home to contribute what you would have spent on luxuries might be of help during the season of Lent. Boxes available at the back of the Church today.

Masses on Ash Wednesday at St. John Ogilvie’s : 9.00 am and 7.30 pm; ashes will be distributed after the Gospel at Mass.

Oblate Connections: Spring edition available at the back of the Church today.

Happy Birthday - 102: This weekend we are privileged to have in our midst Sam Martinez who celebrates his 102nd Birthday. Sam’s advice is "don’t worry". He is an example to all as he walks to Mass every Sunday. Many happy returns Sam and may you continue to bring joy and dance to this community for many a day.

Fairtrade Fortnight begins 27th February: Fairtrade stall Saturday 25th / Sunday 26th February after all masses.

Lent Retreat: Theme - "Take off your shoes for you stand on holy ground".

Saturday 10th March 10am-4pm, Lauriston Halls.

See notice on board. For application form contact Miriam Mchardy (diocesan coordinator for J&P) Gillis

Director of Finance: The Archdiocese has a full-time post available as a Director of Finance. The successful applicant will be responsible for the overall management and planning of the Diocesan finance activity. He/She will be ACCA, CIMA qualified.

Application pack available from e-mail: Robert.belderbos@staned.org.uk. Closing date Friday 9th March 2012.

Your Journey to Easter: 46 reflections for Lent available at the back of the Church.
Please take a copy and use it daily over the next six weeks. It can be used personally or, if you wish, in a small group.

Glimpses into Genesis: With Fr James Crampsey SJ, at the Sacred Heart Lauriston EH3 9DJ. Five Mondays 1.30-2.30pm, 27th February to 26th March.

Anniversaries: Jessie Kinnaird, Fr. Jack Collins, O.M.I., Mary Doran, Maureen Donaldson, Owen Power, Monica Winkel, John Fitzpatrick, Pearl McPhail, Nellie Lukow, Elizabeth Paten, Tommy Robertson, Jimmy Boyle, Euen Dunlop, James McCarron, Alex Hunter, Josephine Pathmanathan, Frances Healy, Paul Shirpke, Frances Doherty, Julia Ness, Patrick Murphy, Baby Rosemary Meagher, Ian Scott, William Robertson, Mary Barclay, Bro. Denis Kelly, O.M.I., Fr. McGough, O.M.I. and Ronnie Winton.

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Parish Bulletin - 12 February 2012

Today we celebrate the Sixth Sunday of the Year: Cycle B - Questioned by a Leper.

Structure of the Eucharist in the Blue Parish Mass Book

Liturgy Meeting: A Liturgy meeting to prepare for Lent and Easter will be held in the Church Sacristy on Wednesday next 15th February 7.30 pm.

Agenda

Lent and Easter Celebrations
Music for New Liturgy

We have a core Liturgy group of 8 parishioners; anybody who wishes to be involved in planning the Liturgy is welcome to this meeting.

A Remembering Service: For all those who have suffered the loss of a child, from the beginning of pregnancy onwards, together with those who wish to come in love and support, to have time in quiet surroundings to fully recognise their loss and help with healing. St. John the Baptist’s Church, St. Ninian’s Road, Corstorphine, Sunday 19th February 2011 at 5.00pm. The service may be helpful to anyone who feels that they have not had the opportunity to acknowledge and grieve for their loss. The Service is ecumenical and open to all.

Lourdes Mass – Sunday 19th February: The February Mass in honour of Our Lady of Lourdes will be held on Sunday 19th February 2012 at 3.00 pm in St Cuthbert’s Church, Slateford Road.

Fairtrade Fortnight begins 27th February: Fairtrade stall Saturday 25th / Sunday 26th February after all masses.

Catholic Education Week: The week of February 12th to 19th is Catholic Education week in Scotland. There will be a second collection on Sunday 12th to support the ongoing development and promotion of "This is Our Faith".

BOHEMIANS – 6th – 10th March Church Hill Theatre - "Carousel": Musical Carousel by Bohemians Light Opera Company- Church Hill Theatre - Tuesday 6th to Saturday 10th March at 7.30pm. Saturday Matinee 2.30pm.

Ticket prices: Tues £12 - all other dates £14. Groups of 10 or more get discount at £1 per ticket. School Parties of 10 or more £8. Binnie Pullman and Dorothy Jenkins are members of this group and can reserve tickets if you are interested.

Search Weekend - March 9th – 11th 2012: A short retreat for young adults, aged between 18 and 30. At the Oblate Retreat Centre, Crewe. £50 per person (Full board) - email: lavery.ronan@googlemail.com or see www.oblateyouthservice.com.

I have called you by your name: A Day of reflection for action for anyone aged between 18 and 35. Saturday 24th March 10am to 5pm, at Gillis Centre. See cards at the back of the Church.

Young Adults’ Scripture Group: A scripture group for young adults (aged 18-30) has started in St Mary’s, Leith. This is a weekly meeting, lasting about an hour. Young adults from St John Ogilvie’s are very welcome to join this group. Please speak to Anne Fegan if you would like more information - anne.oblate.partners@gmail.com, or call 0131 554 2482.

Anniversaries: Effie Kay, Agnes Jamieson, Patrick McCann, Mary Slater, Nan McMahon, John Rodgers, Gina Binnie, Sarah McDonald, Kate Docherty, Alice Quinn, William Goodall, Janet Sinclair, Mary Devine, Thomas Summerville, Mary Goonan, Alexander Ogilvie, John Lewis and John Muirhead.

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Parish Bulletin - 5 February 2012

Today we celebrate the Fifth Sunday of the Year: Cycle B - Job, Jesus and Suffering.

Structure of the Eucharist in the Blue Parish Mass Book

St. Vincent dePaul: Meeting of our SVDP in the Chapel House on Thursday 9th. February at 7.00 pm.

Liturgy Meeting: A Liturgy meeting to prepare for Lent and Easter will be held in the Church Sacristy on Wednesday 15th. February 7.30 pm.

Agenda

Lent and Easter Celebrations
Music for New Liturgy

We have a core Liturgy group of 8 parishioners; anybody who wishes to be involved in planning the Liturgy is welcome to this meeting.

Justice & Peace: Many thanks to everyone for your generous support of our "Tea and Scone" project for "Homeless Sunday". Amount raised was £125 for Scottish Churches Housing Action.

IT in Church: The more observant parishioners will have noticed that a fold-away screen and mounted projector have been installed in the Church. This will enable us to use power point to show DVDs and other visual aids before, during or after Mass. Our thanks to Maurice Dougan and son Lewis who arranged for purchase of equipment and devoted ten hours to hire and climb scaffolding for its installation.

Senior Citizen’s Party: On Saturday 28th January a hundred senior citizens of St John Ogilvie’s, our sisters and brothers from St. Nicholas’ and some friends from Dove and CHAI, enjoyed a "Christmas Party" at the Church. Our thanks to Margaret O’Hare who coordinated the event. The four course meal prepared by Laura Lang and Maureen Gore, cooked on the premises was just delicious. The 20 ladies and men who waited on the tables did so with generosity and charm with a sense of understanding and care for the pensioners. From their wide repertoire our resident quartet hit the right note to get the partygoers to grace the dance floor, rehearsals paid off, our thanks to John Kesson, Norman Gore, John Rafferty and Neil Muirhead. The volunteer drivers organised by the SVDP did an excellent job in ferrying people to and from the party. Srs Margaret and Cecilia sent everybody home happy with a Santa gift.

I have called you by your name: A Day of reflection for action for anyone aged between 18 and 35. Saturday 24th March 10am to 5pm, at Gillis Centre. See cards at the back of the Church.

Anniversaries: Rose Benert, Daniel Thorpe, Margaret Gallen, Mary Sullivan, Moses Townsley, Catherine Carey, May Fitzpatrick, John Ndangali, Fred Bilgerg, May Tansey, Andrew Horne, Eddie O’Donnell, Edith Graham, James Farrell, Cathy Paterson, John Baxter, Sr Therese, Shaun Roberts, Bridget McGonagle, Catherine Glynn, Mamie McTighe, Peter Allan and Mary Mancias.

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Parish Bulletin - 29 January 2012

Today we celebrate the Fourth Sunday of the Year: Cycle B - Power and Authority.

Structure of the Eucharist in the Blue Parish Mass Book

Justice & Peace:

Today 29th January is "Homelessness Sunday". Tea and scones will be served after the Masses for a £1 donation. Money raised will go to "Scottish Churches Housing Action".
Please take a prayer card home and follow the "Calendar" during the week.

Youth: The next Monthly meeting will take place on Friday 3rd February at 6pm in the Church house. All secondary school age parishioners welcome.

Liturgy Meeting: A Liturgy meeting to prepare for Lent and Easter will be held in the Church Sacristy on Wednesday 15th. February 7.30 pm.

Agenda

Lent and Easter Celebrations
Music for New Liturgy

We have a core Liturgy group of 8 parishioners; anybody who wishes to be involved in planning the Liturgy is welcome to this meeting.

Lourdes Mass: The February Mass in honour of Our Lady of Lourdes will be held on Sunday 19 February 2012 at 3.00 pm in St Cuthbert’s Church, Slateford Road.

Parish Pastoral Council: The PPC Constitution provides for retirement of four members each year; this ensures continuity and change. At our PPC on 19th January the following long serving members completed their term of office: Moira Hind, Lesley Hind and Julia McGuire. We are grateful for their service to the Parish over the past years. There was provision for nominations to the PPC in December.

The following are members of the current PPC:-

Margaret O’Hare [Vice Chair and Repository]

Anna Allen Secretary

Ted McSherry Team Leader and PP

Tony Quinlan Parish based priest

Sr Margaret [Sacramental Programme and Christian Meditation Group]

Sr. Cecilia [Bereavement Group, Coordinator of Ministry of the Eucharist and Church Cleaning]

Susan Ferguson [Justice and Peace]

Frank Lang [Fabric/Building and Passkeeper]

Paul Krol [Fabric/Building and Passkeeper]

*James Green [Youth]

Ciaran Johnston [Youth]

*Laura Lang [Finance]

Dorothy Jenkins [St. Vincent dePaul]

*Jacci Scott [Children’s Liturgy and Child Protection ]

Pat Saddler [Congregation]

(* = New member)

Trish Middlemist continues as representative on the Deanery Pastoral Council.

Anniversaries: Mary Mansfield, Dario Zappa, Martina Feeney, Mary Ann Baillie, Marie Annis, Philip Ewing, John Gallagher, Irene Koning, Fr. Smits, O.M.I., Ina Dawson, Isabella Connor, Jim Ryan, Rose McMaster, Cilla Mitchell, Elizabeth Dewar, Agnes Morris, Nell Williamson, Helen O’Neill, Annie O’Donnell, Peter Scott, Christopher Abbott and Peggy Scougall.

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Parish Bulletin - 22 January 2012

Today we celebrate the Third Sunday of the Year: Cycle B - The Story of Jonah.

Mass Text: "Parish Mass Book" - you will find a copy on the right as you enter the church.

Structure of the Eucharist in the Blue Parish Mass Book

St. Vincent dePaul: Meeting of the SVDP at the Chapel House on Thursday next 26th January at 7.00 pm.

Senior Citizen’s Party: Saturday 28th January 2012. Any parishioner available to provide transport to and from the party please make your offer known to a member of the SVDP.

Helpers also required with serving meal, please add your name to list at the back of the Church. Thank you.

Welcome: Today we welcome Melanie Arosa Santos to God’s Family. At the 11.00 Mass Melanie will receive the Sacrament of Baptism. A special welcome also to her grandmother Melanie Beaumont who travelled from Spain for the christening of her granddaughter.

Senior Smoker Re-Run: At Sighthill Bowling Club - Wednesday next 25th. January, 6.30 pm for 7.00 pm. Free Tickets available after Mass today and also at the Bingo Tuesday.

New Provincial: Fr Willie Fitzpatrick OMI will complete his term of office as Oblate Provincial next June. His successor Fr Ray Warren OMI has been named by our Superior General. Ray who hales from Dublin is 48 years of age, ordained in 1989, served in Oblate Parishes in London, Liverpool and Dublin. We congratulate Ray, thank him for accepting this ministry and wish him every blessing in the years ahead.

Found: In Church car park, costume jewellery, silver coloured necklace, it may be a Christmas present. Can be claimed at Presbytery of Sacristy.

Justice & Peace: Sunday 29th January is ‘Homelessness Sunday’. Tea and scones will be served after the Masses for a £1 donation. Money raised will go to "Scottish Churches Housing Action".

Christian Unity Week: Ecumenical Evening Service of Prayer and Worship - Wednesday 25th January. At St. Margaret’s Chapel Gillis Centre, 100 Strathearn Road, EH EH9 1BB. Theme of the evening "we will all be changed by the victory of Our Lord Jesus Christ" Guest Preacher Rev. Fiona Bennett, minister at St. Augustine URC.

Prayer

God our Father, at the Last Supper, Jesus prayed, "that they may all be one as thou art in me and I in thee, that they may be one in us …" We make this our prayer also, as we ask you to send your grace and blessing on all Christians who are striving to draw nearer to you and to each other. Give us boldness to seek only your glory and the advancement of your Kingdom. Unite us all in you, Father, who with your son and the Holy Spirit are one God, forever and ever. Amen.

Anniversaries: Teresa Nicol, Tony Boak, John Donoghue, Allen Young, Patrick Daly, Peter Donald, Jonathan Johnston McHugh, Nora Gielty, Fr Jim Ryan, Frances Rennie, Nancy Thomson, Fr. O’Dowd, OMI, Fr. Feigherty, OMI, William Findlayson, Brian Sprott, Francis Rickis, Elsa Barrett, Raymond Duval, David Whyte, Charlie Parry and Baby Rosie Fyfe.

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Parish Bulletin - 15 January 2012

Today we celebrate the Second Sunday of the Year: Cycle B - Discipleship: the introducers.

Mass Text: "Parish Mass Book" - you will find a copy on the right as you enter the church.

Structure of the Eucharist in the Blue Parish Mass Book

Parish Pastoral Council: Meeting of the PPC is Thursday next 19th January. At the Chapel House 7.30 pm. Members please collect your agenda and correspondence after Mass.

Search Weekend: A short retreat for young adults, aged between 18 and 30. March 9th – 11th 2012. At the Oblate Retreat Centre, Crewe. £50 per person (Full board). e-mail: lavery.ronan@googlemail.com or see www.oblateyouthservice.com.

Struggling with Debt: Free debt counselling for everyone from an award winning charity. Christians Against Poverty (CAP) CAP has a non-judgemental approach; you are supported all the way as you take each step out of debt and towards freedom. The service is completely free. Visit www.capuk.org or call free on 0800 328 0006. See brochures at the back of the Church.

Justice & Peace: Holocaust Memorial Day - Tuesday 24th January, 7.30pm Listen to survivors tell their stories. Reflect on how we can respond to the injustices and hatred we still see today.

The evening will consist of viewing short films of survivors of the Holocaust, the Genocide in Cambodia and a current persecution story followed by opportunities for discussion and reflection. Entry by donation: All welcome - Lauriston Jesuit Centre, 28 Lauriston Street, Edinburgh EH3 9DJ. For more information contact: Angela Campbell 0131 228 1913

Anniversaries: John Gahagan, Veronica Turner, Hugh McGonagle, Rose Jones, Frank Masson, David Norris, Keith Tranent, Francis Sawyer, William Dalrymple, Arthur James Davie, Alexander Moore, Aileen Goll, Vincent McDevitt, Fr Noel Coughlan, Frank Chalmers, Edward McKay-Ferguson, Terry Cuthbert, James Fielding, Jean Power, John McDonald, Neil Harkins, Michael Henry, Gina Fortune, Mary McLaren, Salvatore Peschiera and Derek Sweeney.

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Parish Bulletin - 8 January 2012

Today we celebrate the Feast of the Epiphany: Cycle B - Exploring for God.

Mass Text: "Parish Mass Book" - you will find a copy on the right as you enter the church.

Structure of the Eucharist in the Blue Parish Mass Book

Opportunities for Adults at WHEC: Some Adult Courses available at the WHEC (www.whec.edin.sch.uk, 5 Murrayburn Drive EH14 2SU Tel - 442-2201):-

Art: Portraiture; Ceramics & Pottery; Clay Modelling; Drawing & Painting.
Culture: Spanish; French; Genealogy & Family History; Dance; Crime; Bookgroup.
Outdoor Activities: Short Walks; Sociable Strollers.
Cooking & Craft: Knitting; Patchwork Quilts; Woodcraft; Jewellery; Textiles.
Computing: Beginners; Digital Photography; Your Laptop.
Personal Development: Counselling; Declutter; Creative Retirement.
Music: Keyboard; Ukulele; Guitar; Gospel Choir.
Physical Recreation: Yoga; Karate; Aerobics-Aqua; Zumba, Badminton.

Thank You: Despite financial recession, your generosity grows year on year, Fr Tony is most grateful for your appreciation expressed in Christmas cards, good wishes and gifts at Christmas. May life continue to be good to you in 2012.

Parish Bingo: Back from Christmas Holidays on Tuesday next 10th Jan. Eyes down at 8.00 pm.

St. Vincent DePaul: Meeting of the SVDP at the Chapel House on Thursday 12th January at 7.00 pm.

Parish Pastoral Council: Next meeting of the PPC is Thursday 19th. January. Items for the agenda should be given to Moira Hind (chair) or Anna Allen (secretary) by this weekend.

Diocesan Directory: Diocesan Directory with information of Mass times and various Diocesan organisations and support groups throughout St. Andrew’s and Edinburgh. On Sale at the back of the church today £2.00.

Author, Author! : They seek him here, they seek him there, Easter Road seeks him everywhere - author of the latest “Hibernian History Handbook” a slim volume jam-packed with Easter Road stars, compiled by Maurice Dougan. The handbook details all the club’s major events, from the arrival of its founders until the stars of this season. This publication is a labour of love written by Maurice over the past six months. Copies available from John Frost newsagents in Leith and the programmes shop, Excellent value at £7.00 - a must for the dedicated Hibbie. (Maurice is our Parish Archivist at St. John Ogilvie’s, be careful if you see him with pen and pad.)

Anniversaries: Alice Payne, John Brogan, Daniel McManus, Bett Sutherland, Nicholas Saddler, David Bowman, Teresa Inglis, Richard Hughes, Terry Tinney, Mary & Robert Smith, Bella Ward, Kitty O’Donnell, Vera Walker, Adeline Dewar, Bill Docherty, Fr. Ray McEvoy, O.M.I., Mary Scott, Jack Glen, Sarah Baxter, Owen McLeod, Archie Donald, George Blaney, Arthur McKay, Mary Hanlon, Margaret Deans and Frank Nagel

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Parish Bulletin - 1 January 2012

Today we celebrate the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Cycle B - World Day of Prayer for Peace.

Mass Text: "Parish Mass Book" - you will find a copy on the right as you enter the church.
We did very well the last five weekends with the introduction of the new translation of the Mass. Until you become familiar with the "Parish Mass Book" we will continue to give page numbers for the text in the Sunday bulletin.
This weekend:
Introductory Rite (page 7)
Prayer and Readings (page 110)
Preface (page 53)
Holy, Holy ….. and Eucharistic Prayer (page 25)
Our Father & Communion (pages 43 - 46)

Welcome: Welcome to the Family of God Dominik Patryk Buczek of Wester Hailes Park who was Baptised at St. John Ogilvie’s last Monday. May he bring joy to his parents Miroskaw and Agnieszka.

Masses:

31st December Vigil Mass New Year's Eve 6.30pm
1st January New Year's Day 10.00am ONLY
2nd January Mass 12 Noon
Back to scheduled times Tuesday – Saturday.

Parish Pastoral Council Nominations: Remember to put nominations in purple box. Closing date 31st December 2011.

Parish Pastoral Council: Next meeting of the PPC is Thursday 19th. January. Items for the agenda should be given to Moira Hind (chair) or Anna Allen (secretary) by Sunday 8th January.

Feast of the Epiphany of the Lord: . This feast will be celebrated next Sunday 8th January. On the Feast of the Epiphany a second collection will be taken to support the work of Justice and Peace in the Archdiocese.

Thank You: Srs. Margaret and Cecelia wish to thank you all for your greetings cards and gifts over Christmas, and hope that 2012 may be a year of many blessings for you and your families.

Senior Citizen’s Party: Saturday 28th January 2012. Any parishioner available to provide transport to and from the party please make your offer known to a member of the SVDP.

Church Services and Decorations: We are indebted to Clare Gray, Marie Johnson, Gina Lowe, Susan Ferguson and Paul Krol, for the colourful Advent and Christmas floral and art décor in the Crib and Church. Thank you very much. Our gratitude also to the Liturgy Committee who arranged and led the Masses.

Anniversaries: Brother Cosgrove, O.M.I., John Payne, Fr. Walter Carolan, Margaret McDonald, Jane Heenan, David Lopes, Kenneth Tranent, Helen Burden, Catherine Holmes, Eileen Wasyliszyn, Louis Gibson, James Quinn, Betty Crow, Fr. Paul Winters, John Prior, Nancy Johnston, Baby Connie Kimberley Wright, Agnes McWilliams, Hugh Boyle, Mary Birmingham, Peggy Paddock, James Kidd, John Cochrane and Bernard O’Donnell.

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