St John the Evangelist Parish
Aurs Rd., Barrhead, G78 2RW.
 
Secondary Sunday in Ordinary Time
18th January 2026
 
Rev Monsignor John Canon Tormey: Parish Priest
Rev Fr Joseph J McGill: Curate
Rev Denis Murphy:  Deacon
Email: [email protected]  Tel: 0141 881 0769
Website: www.stjohns-barrhead.org
 
Mary Hallan: Safeguarding Co-Ordinator: [email protected]
 
Times of Holy Mass:
Sunday: 4pm (Vigil), 10:00am, 11:30am and 5:00pm.
Weekday Mass: Monday-Saturday 10:00am.
Workers’ Mass: Wednesday 7:30am.
Holy Days of Obligation: Vigil 7:00pm, 8:00am and 10:00am.

Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession):
Saturday 10:30am-11:00am, 3:15pm-3:45pm.
Monday-Friday 9:30am-9:50am​.
 
Last Week’s Collections:
First Collection GA: £320.00: £971.92
Building Fund GA: £633.05  NGA: £481.43
St Margaret’s Adoption Society: £646.60
Restoration Fund: £150
 
The Second Collection this week will go towards supporting the sick and retired clergy of our Diocese.
 
Response to Psalm: ‘Behold, I have come, Lord, to do your will.’
 
St Vincent de Paul Society:
The SSVP provide spiritual, social and financial support to anyone in need. We visit parishioners of St John’s at their homes or in local care homes. If you know of anyone who might benefit from this offer from the members of the SVdP, please get in touch by calling: 075123 02877 or speak to one of our members after Mass who will be collecting for the Society in the porch. (All information will be treated confidentially).
 
Parish Pastoral Council
The PPC will meet at 7pm on Tuesday 27th January in the Tea Room. Agenda will be sent by email this week. Points for discussion can be submitted to Fr John by email or letter.
 
St John’s Parish Website:
You can keep up to date with funeral dates, Mass times, church restoration news and Parish events by visiting the Parish Website: https://www.stjohns-barrhead.org
The photos from the Hogmanay party are available to view online. 
https://www.stjohns-barrhead.org/renovation-fundraising.html
 
We pray for those who have died recently:
Ann Marie Carberry and Robert McCann, Charles Wright
 
We pray for the anniversaries of:
Helen Bannatyne, Leonard Bradley, Patrick Brady, Mary Buchanan, Joseph Callaghan, Jim Casey, Isabella Docherty, Mary Donnelly, Madge Fox, Maria Hannigan, Helen Hughes, Irene McLaughlin, Liam McLaughlin and Betty Paterson and for the first anniversaries of Mary McShane and Janice Paterson.
 
Funerals Notices:
Requiem Mass for Robert McCann will be celebrated at 10:00am on Wednesday 21st January with the Vigil reception at 6:00pm Tuesday 20th January.
 
Restoration Fund Update:
St John’s Social Committee are delighted to announce that, in addition to the £10,000 raised at the summer fête, ongoing fundraising initiatives including the Afternoon Tea, Hogmanay Party, Dr Who raffle, monthly quizzes and more have contributed a further £9,461.65 towards the Church Restoration Fund! Thank you again to everyone who has contributed in any way to raising this incredible amount. We look forward to your continued support and generosity in the year ahead!
 
The Social Committee meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:00pm in the tea room. If anyone has any fundraising ideas, initiatives, grant awareness or simply wants to get involved, please come along — everyone is welcome.
 
Week of Prayers for Christian Unity (18-25 January):
Please have an intention for ecumenism in your prayers. We’ve held numerals events with the various Christian churches of Barrhead over the last year which included the ABC Quiz night, which St John’s Parish won with the help of Fr Joe; and we had a joint Christmas Carol Service in St Andrew’s Church of Scotland, which was well represented by Fr John and a good number of our parishioners. We also took part in the Good Friday walk around the town of Barrhead during Holy Week last year, with the walk beginning at St John’s.
 
To commemorate Christian Unity Week, Bishop Keenan has invited Reverend James Gibson, interim moderator and minister of Paisley Abbey, to preach at the 11:00am Mass on Sunday 25th January in St Mirin’s Cathedral. All are most welcome.
 
Prayer to St. Michael:
St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in the day of Battle; 
Be our safeguard against the wickedness and snares of the Devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do Thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the power of God, cast into Hell, Satan and all the other evil spirits, who prowl through the world, seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.
 
Word of God Sunday (25th January 2026):
The Dicastery for Evangelisation in the Vatican have asked parishes throughout the world to celebrate Sunday 25th January as Word of God Sunday. St John’s Parish will have three events to mark this day:
We will have a Holy Hour from 9am-9.45am followed by Benediction We will have a blessing for all Parish Readers. This will take place at all Masses We ask you to bring your bible (and/or Missal) to be blessed. This short blessing of bibles and missals will take place at all Masses next week.  
World Leprosy Day (Sunday 25th January 2026):
On Sunday 25th January we also mark World Leprosy Day, a time to pray for and stand in solidarity with people affected by leprosy around the world. Please keep the people of Mutemwa in your prayers and consider supporting this vital work of the John Bradburne Memorial Society, who assist those with leprosy, through prayer, awareness, or donation. www.johnbradburne.com, Tel: 07979 187498, Post: JBMS, PO Box 32, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 0YB, Email: [email protected]
 
St John’s Primary Parent Council Laser Light Spectacular (Friday 30th January):
St John’s Primary Parent Council is delighted to present a Laser Light Spectacular on Friday 30th January at 6.00pm, taking place in the grounds of St John’s Church Hall.
This family-friendly event features an exciting laser show synchronised to popular favourites, including Taylor Swift, Fortnite, Stranger Things, Disney and more. All funds raised will go towards a fun and safe playground upgrade for the children of St John’s Primary School.
For tickets or further information, please contact Jennifer on 07846 600881.
 
New location for Catholic Mother’s Group (Monday 2nd February):
From Monday 2nd February, the Catholic Mother’s Group will be meeting in St Vincent de Paul's Church Hall in Thornliebank after 10:00am Mass in anticipation of renovation work beginning soon in St John’s. Everything else is the same, just different location and on Mondays. Please get in touch if you have any queries [email protected]
 
2025 Diocesan Safeguarding Action Plan:
A copy of the completed Safeguarding Action Plan for 2025 is now available on the Diocesan website.  This plan was reviewed at the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisory Group on 11.12.25 and has now been approved by Bishop John.  As always, we extend our thanks and gratitude to all our Clergy, PSC’s and church volunteers who commit themselves to ensuring our church communities remain as safe and protected as humanly possible.
Ladies' Spring Fling in aid of the Restoration Fund (Sunday 22nd February):
St John's Fundraising Committee is delighted to announce there will be a Ladies ‘Spring Fling’ in the Church Hall on Sunday 22nd February from 2pm to 6pm. 
There will be live music, dancing and games as well as a licensed bar. Tickets are priced at £5 each and are available from any member of the Committee. Tickets can also be purchased by calling Teresa O’Hara on: 07896988096.
 All proceeds will go to St John’s Church Restoration fund.
Please support if you can because this will be the last event in the Church Hall before Masses are celebrated there.
 
Love & Beauty in St John’s Spiritual Canticle (Friday 20th – Sunday 22nd February 2026):
2026 marks the centenary of the declaration of St John of the Cross as a Doctor of the Church. In honour of this anniversary, Fr Matthew Blake OCD, will offer a weekend reflecting on the themes of love and beauty in the most celebrated poetry of the great Spanish mystic. 
https://christianheritagecentre.com/events/love-beauty-in-st-johns-spiritual-canticle/
 
Safeguarding Induction Training – 2026:
If you are a new volunteer, or one who completed Part 1 training more than two years ago, you are invited to sign up for one of the following training sessions.  Please contact Sarah Jane Colhoun at the Safeguarding Office to register.  Tel: 0141 847 6138 or [email protected]
 
Dates:                                                                      
Tuesday, 10th February, 7pm, Diocesan Centre Paisley 
Saturday, 28th March, 10.30am, St Joseph’s Greenock  
Tuesday, 21st April, 7pm, Diocesan Centre Paisley 
Saturday, 16th May, 10.30am, St Mary’s Greenock 
Tuesday 9th June, 7pm, Diocesan Centre Paisley
 
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion in St John’s and the Diocese of Paisley:
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion will shortly receive a letter from Fr John. They are asked by the bishop to attend two Saturday meetings next month for an opportunity to deepen their understanding of what the Church teaches about the Mass and Holy Communion, and to be re-commissioned to give out Holy Communion at Mass. The dates for the two sessions are in three locations in the Diocese:
Inverclyde: January 3rd and 10th in St. Mary’s Hall, Greenock.
Renfrewshire: January 31st and February 7th in St. Charles’ Hall, Paisley.
East Renfrewshire: 21st and 28th February in St. Joseph’s Hall, Clarkston. 

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St John the Evangelist Parish
Aurs Rd., Barrhead, G78 2RW.
 
The Baptism of the Lord
11th January 2026
 
Rev Monsignor John Canon Tormey: Parish Priest
Rev Fr Joseph J McGill: Curate
Rev Denis Murphy:  Deacon
Email: [email protected]  Tel: 0141 881 0769
Website: www.stjohns-barrhead.org
 
Mary Hallan: Safeguarding Co-Ordinator: [email protected]
 
Times of Holy Mass:
Sunday: 4pm (Vigil), 10:00am, 11:30am and 5:00pm.
Weekday Mass: Monday-Saturday 10:00am.
Workers’ Mass: Wednesday 7:30am.
Holy Days of Obligation: Vigil 7:00pm, 8:00am and 10:00am.

Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession):
Saturday 10:30am-11:00am, 3:15pm-3:45pm.
Monday-Friday 9:30am-9:50am​.
 
Last Week’s Collections:
First Collection GA: £354.60 NGA: £972.15
Building Fund GA: £215.00
Justice and Peace GA: £581.50 NGA: £545.62
Christmas GA: £65.00
 
Response to Psalm:
‘The Lord will bless his people with peace.’
 
St Vincent de Paul Society:
The SVdP provide spiritual, social and financial support to anyone in need. We visit parishioners of St John’s at their homes or in local care homes. If you know of anyone who might benefit from this offer from the members of the SVdP, please get in touch by calling: 075123 02877 or speak to one of our members after Mass who will be collecting for the Society in the porch. (All information will be treated confidentially).
 
December 100 Club Winners:
1st – £100 – Marie McCool – no.132.
3rd – £30 – P. Reid – no.37.
4th – £20 – E. Casey – no.113.
5th – £20 – Patrick Doyle – no.103.
More places available if you would like to join the 100 Club to support the parish funds. Draw takes place monthly.
 
St John’s Parish Website:
You can keep up to date with funeral dates, Mass times, church restoration news and Parish events by visiting the Parish Website: https://www.stjohns-barrhead.org
The photos from the afternoon Tea are available to view online. 
 
We pray for those who have died recently:
Patricia Byrne, Jeanette Mathews, Robert McCann, Tommy Collins, Joe Gribbon, and Jim McGauley.
 
We pray for the anniversaries of:
John Anderson, Jim Brown, Anne-Marie Carbary, May Cheney, Brian Corcoran, Mary Doyle, Mary Lynagh, Bob Malaney, Charles McAleavy, Dominic McCue, Liam McLaughlin, Gregg Thomas McMaster, Anne McQuade, Bernadette Mowbray, Patricia Murphy, Clare Murray, Maria O’Hara, Tommy O’Hara, Rosalinda Pinto, Margaret Sanford, Alec Wylie, Nan Wylie and Sandra Wylie.
 
Funerals Notices:
Requiem Mass for Patricia Byrne will take place in St Charles’s Paisley at 12:00 noon Monday 12th January with the Vigil reception at 6:00pm Sunday 11th January.
 
Requiem Mass for Joe Gribbons will take place in St Aloysius Church, Hill St, Glasgow at 10am on Saturday 17 January, onto Lynn Crematorium. All parishioners welcome.
 
Requiem Mass for Robert McCann will be celebrated at 10:00am on Wednesday 21st January with the Vigil reception at 6:00pm Tuesday 20th January.
 
St John’s Burns Celebration – Cancellation Notice:
Unfortunately, we regret to inform parishioners that the planned Burns Celebration will not be going ahead. We apologise for any disappointment this may cause and thank everyone for their interest and support. We look forward to celebrating together at future parish events and will share details as soon as they are confirmed.
 
Piety Stall:
This is the last week to order Western Catholic Calendars.
There is a Donation table in the stall, please come and have a look.
 
Diocese of Paisley Young Adults Talk (Wednesday 14th January):
The Young Adults New series on the Doctors of the Church begins on Wednesday 14th January at 7:00pm in the Diocesan Office, with a talk on St Augustine by, our very own, Fr Joe McGill. All young Catholics 18-35 are welcome. For more information contact Fr. Joe McGill at [email protected] or Fr Paul Laverty [email protected] 
Prayer to St. Michael:
St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in the day of Battle; 
Be our safeguard against the wickedness and snares of the Devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do Thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the power of God, cast into Hell, Satan and all the other evil spirits, who prowl through the world, seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.
 
 
Restoration Fund Update:
St John’s Social Committee are delighted to announce that, in addition to the £10,000 raised at the summer fête, ongoing fundraising initiatives including the Afternoon Tea, Hogmanay Party, Dr Who raffle, monthly quizzes and more have contributed a further £9,461.65 towards the Church Restoration Fund! Thank you again to everyone who has contributed in any way to raising this incredible amount. We look forward to your continued support and generosity in the year ahead!
 
The Social Committee meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:00pm in the tea room. If anyone has any fundraising ideas, initiatives, grant awareness or simply wants to get involved, please come along — everyone is welcome.

'A community’s strength is found in the kindness of its people, and together we can achieve far more than we ever could alone.’
 
St John’s Primary Parent Council Laser Light Spectacular (Friday 30th January):
St John’s Primary Parent Council is delighted to present a Laser Light Spectacular on Friday 30th January at 6.00pm, taking place in the grounds of St John’s Church Hall.
This family-friendly event features an exciting laser show synchronised to popular favourites, including Taylor Swift, Fortnite, Stranger Things, Disney and more. All funds raised will go towards a fun and safe playground upgrade for the children of St John’s Primary School.
For tickets or further information, please contact Jennifer on 07846 600881.
 
Retrouvaille Programme (Thursday 12th February):
The Retrouvaille programme helps marriages. It can bring hope and healing to relationships and the next session is on Thursday 12th February.
www.retrouvaille.org.uk   Tel: 07887 296983
 
Love & Beauty in St John’s Spiritual Canticle (Friday 20th – Sunday 22nd February 2026):
2026 marks the centenary of the declaration of St John of the Cross as a Doctor of the Church. In honour of this anniversary, Fr Matthew Blake OCD, will offer a weekend reflecting on the themes of love and beauty in the most celebrated poetry of the great Spanish mystic. 
https://christianheritagecentre.com/events/love-beauty-in-st-johns-spiritual-canticle/
 
New Diocese of Paisley Vocations Website:
Our new Vocations web pages are up-and-running! You can check them out at rcdop.org.uk/dp-vocations.
Please join us in praying for more vocations to the Diocese of Paisley – “He is There!”.
You can also support us by liking, sharing and following our Vocations social media pages:
Instagram: @dioceseofpaisleyvocations
TikTok: @paisleyvocations
X: @DoPVocations
Marriage Preparation Courses 2026 – Diocese of Paisley:
We invite engaged couples to register for one of the Marriage Preparation courses on offer in 2026. The course consists of two evening in-person sessions, and one Saturday morning workshop, which will be held in St. Mirin’s Cathedral Hall, Paisley. For any additional details or queries please contact Rebecca Harrison at [email protected]
The cost for the course per couple is £70 which includes a gift with additional reading materials, couple exercises, books and light refreshments during the workshop. Once couples have registered we will contact them directly regarding attendance at the course and a certificate will be issued upon completion. This course fulfils church requirements regarding preparation before marriage and is a wonderful opportunity to meet other couples and share in fellowship. You can follow the link to access further information https://www.rcdop.org.uk/marriage-preparation or use the QR code to see the course dates and go straight to our booking page. We look forward to seeing you!
 
Safeguarding Induction Training – 2026:
If you are a new volunteer, or one who completed Part 1 training more than two years ago, you are invited to sign up for one of the following training sessions.  Please contact Sarah Jane Colhoun at the Safeguarding Office to register.  Tel: 0141 847 6138 or [email protected]
 
Dates:                                                                      
Saturday, 10th January, 10:30 am, St Joseph’s Clarkston 
Tuesday, 10th February, 7pm, Diocesan Centre Paisley 
Saturday, 28th March, 10.30am, St Joseph’s Greenock  
Tuesday, 21st April, 7pm, Diocesan Centre Paisley 
Saturday, 16th May, 10.30am, St Mary’s Greenock 
Tuesday 9th June, 7pm, Diocesan Centre Paisley
 
2025 Diocesan Safeguarding Action Plan:
A copy of the completed Safeguarding Action Plan for 2025 is now available on the Diocesan website.  This plan was reviewed at the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisory Group on 11.12.25 and has now been approved by Bishop John.  As always, we extend our thanks and gratitude to all our Clergy, PSC’s and church volunteers who commit themselves to ensuring our church communities remain as safe and protected as humanly possible.
 
 

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St John the Evangelist Parish
Aurs Rd., Barrhead, G78 2RW.
 
The Epiphany of the Lord
4th January 2026
 
Rev Monsignor John Canon Tormey: Parish Priest
Rev Fr Joseph J McGill: Curate
Rev Denis Murphy:  Deacon
Email: [email protected]  Tel: 0141 881 0769
Website: www.stjohns-barrhead.org
 
Mary Hallan: Safeguarding Co-Ordinator: [email protected]
 
Times of Holy Mass:
Sunday: 4pm (Vigil), 10:00am, 11:30am and 5:00pm.
Weekday Mass: Monday-Saturday 10:00am.
Workers’ Mass: Wednesday 7:30am.
Holy Days of Obligation: Vigil 7:00pm, 8:00am and 10:00am.

Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession):
Saturday 10:30am-11:00am, 3:15pm-3:45pm.
Monday-Friday 9:30am-9:50am​.
 
Last Week’s Collections:
First Collection (28.12.25) GA: £283.10 NGA: £936.87
Christmas GA: £1,366.50 NGA: £2,488.30
 
A very special thank you to the family who donated £2,000 to the Church Restoration Project.
 
Response to Psalm:
‘The word became flesh and dwelt among us.’
 
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year to all our parishioners. Thank you for your prayers, support and kind gifts over Christmastime.
Fr John and Fr Joe.
 
St John’s Parish Website:
You can keep up to date with funeral dates, Mass times, church restoration news and Parish events by visiting the Parish Website: https://www.stjohns-barrhead.org
The photos from the afternoon Tea are available to view online. 
 
St Vincent de Paul Society:
The SSVP provide spiritual, social and financial support to anyone in need. We visit parishioners of St John’s at their homes or in local care homes. If you know of anyone who might benefit from this offer from the members of the SVdP, please get in touch by calling: 075123 02877 or speak to one of our members after Mass who will be collecting for the Society in the porch. (All information will be treated confidentially).
 
 
 
We pray for those who have died recently:
Robert McCann, Jim McGauley, Joe Gribbon,
Patricia Byrne, Sadie McGuigan, Angela Davidson.
 
We pray for the anniversaries of:
Fr Matthew Royen, Fr Peter Williams, Jack McCann, Susan McCann, Jean McFadyen, Mr and Mrs McKenzie, Lee McPake and Neil O’Neill.
 
Funerals this Week:
The Requiem Mass for Jim McGauley will be celebrated at 10:00am on Friday 9th January.
 
The requiem Mass for Patricia Byrne will take place in St Charles’s Paisley, vigil 6pm on Sunday 11 Jan, Funeral mass at 12pm on Monday 12 Jan.
 
The Requiem Mass for Robert McCann will be celebrated at 10:00am on Wednesday 21st January with the Vigil reception at 6:00pm Tuesday 20th January.
 
Church Hall Hogmanay Family Party:
The Hogmanay Family Party was a huge success, raising an amazing £3,300 for the Restoration Fund!
The Social Committee would like to offer special thanks to Teresa and Ger O’Hara for taking the lead on this wonderful event, as well as to everyone who made financial donations.
We are also deeply grateful to all who contributed in any way — from setting up and clearing away, to attending, supporting, and helping to create such a joyful evening. It was truly a great night and a fantastic way to see in the New Year together as a community.
Happy New Year to you all, and thank you for your continued generosity and support.
 
Monthly Quiz:
Please note there will be no quiz in January. Our monthly quiz will return on Friday 13th February at 7:00pm. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for an enjoyable evening of fun and friendly competition.
BYOB | Raffle | £2 entry
 
Western Catholic Calendars:
Western Catholic Calendars for 2026 are available to buy for £3.50 each at the piety stall.
 
Barrhead News Thought for the Week Co-Ordinator:
The Barrhead News have confirmed that they require a person to co-ordinate all of the news and the Thought for the Week contributions from the local churches of the town. If nobody comes forward from any of the local churches, then the churches information page will cease to exist from the end of January. It is not an especially onerous task and probably requires an hour or so once a week to co-ordinate. The team at the Barrhead News would be more than happy to talk any potential volunteer through the role and help them get established.
 
Children’s Rosary (Friday 9th January):
The children’s rosary will meet in the church at Our Lady’s altar on Friday 9th January at 6pm
Children of all ages are invited to help lead the rosary. Children as young as three are even encouraged to take a lead and say a Hail Mary.
For further information, contact Lesley Ward on: 07910266821.
 
Marriage Preparation Residential Weekend Course (Fri 9th – Sun 11th January 2026):
The CHC’s weekend marriage preparation course is intended for couples who wish to engage more deeply with the Catholic vision for marriage. Structured around the elements of the marriage rite, couples will reflect deeply on foundational Scriptural texts to gain a deeper understanding of both the natural and Sacramental aspects of Matrimony. The weekend is framed by prayer, time for reflection personally and as a couple, group discussion and a social.
 
Parish Burns Celebration (Saturday 24th January):
The Social Committee are planning a Burns celebration in the church hall on 24th January, further details to follow but if anyone plays a fiddle, accordion, recites poetry etc and would like to 'do a turn' please contact Anna Marie Johnston on 07897405000.
 
St John’s Primary Parent Council Laser Light Spectacular (Friday 30th January):
St John’s Primary Parent Council is delighted to present a Laser Light Spectacular on Friday 30th January at 6.00pm, taking place in the grounds of St John’s Church Hall.
This family-friendly event features an exciting laser show synchronised to popular favourites, including Taylor Swift, Fortnite, Stranger Things, Disney and more. All funds raised will go towards a fun and safe playground upgrade for the children of St John’s Primary School.
For tickets or further information, please contact Jennifer on 07846 600881.
 
Retrouvaille Programme (Thursday 12th February):
The Retrouvaille programme helps marriages. It can bring hope and healing to relationships and the next session is on Thursday 12th February.
www.retrouvaille.org.uk   Tel: 07887 296983
 
Prayer to St. Michael:
St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in the day of Battle; 
Be our safeguard against the wickedness and snares of the Devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do Thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the power of God, cast into Hell, Satan and all the other evil spirits, who prowl through the world, seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.
 
Love & Beauty in St John’s Spiritual Canticle (Friday 20th – Sunday 22nd February 2026):
2026 marks the centenary of the declaration of St John of the Cross as a Doctor of the Church. In honour of this anniversary, Fr Matthew Blake OCD, will offer a weekend reflecting on the themes of love and beauty in the most celebrated poetry of the great Spanish mystic. 
https://christianheritagecentre.com/events/love-beauty-in-st-johns-spiritual-canticle/
 
Stella Maris Lourdes Pilgrimage (Monday 25th – Saturday 30th May 2026):
We warmly welcome serving or retired seafarers, fishers and their family members or carers to spend six grace-filled days of prayer, healing, and fellowship in the beautiful sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes.
This pilgrimage will be fully funded (including travel, accommodation, and meals).
To register your interest, or request further information please contact:
Dcn. John Fogarty: [email protected] | 07986 723015
Hugh Ramsay: [email protected] | 07432 654032
 
Marriage Preparation Courses 2026 – Diocese of Paisley:
We invite engaged couples to register for one of the Marriage Preparation courses on offer in 2026. The course consists of two evening in-person sessions, and one Saturday morning workshop, which will be held in St. Mirin’s Cathedral Hall, Paisley. For any additional details or queries please contact Rebecca Harrison at [email protected]
The cost for the course per couple is £70 which includes a gift with additional reading materials, couple exercises, books and light refreshments during the workshop. Once couples have registered we will contact them directly regarding attendance at the course and a certificate will be issued upon completion. This course fulfils church requirements regarding preparation before marriage and is a wonderful opportunity to meet other couples and share in fellowship. You can follow the link to access further information https://www.rcdop.org.uk/marriage-preparation or use the QR code to see the course dates and go straight to our booking page. We look forward to seeing you!
 
Catholic Families for Life Newsletter:
“Catholic Families for Life” Newsletter from the National Commission for Marriage, Family and Life - latest version can be found at www.marriagefamilyandlife.org.uk
 

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St John the Evangelist Parish
Aurs Rd., Barrhead, G78 2RW.
 
Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph
28th December 2025
 
Rev Monsignor John Canon Tormey: Parish Priest
Rev Fr Joseph J McGill: Curate
Rev Denis Murphy:  Deacon
Email: [email protected]  Tel: 0141 881 0769
Website: www.stjohns-barrhead.org
 
Mary Hallan: Safeguarding Co-Ordinator: [email protected]
 
Times of Holy Mass:
Sunday: 4pm (Vigil), 10:00am, 11:30am and 5:00pm.
Weekday Mass: Monday-Saturday 10:00am.
Workers’ Mass: Wednesday 7:30am.
Holy Days of Obligation: Vigil 7:00pm, 8:00am and 10:00am.

Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession):
Saturday 10:30am-11:00am, 3:15pm-3:45pm.
Monday-Friday 9:30am-9:50am​.
 
Last Week’s Collections:
First Collection GA: £461.00 NGA: £1,085.00
Building Fund GA: £5.00
 
Response to Psalm:
‘Blessed are all who fear the Lord, and walk in his ways.’
 
St John’s Parish Website:
You can keep up to date with funeral dates, Mass times, church restoration news and Parish events by visiting the Parish Website: https://www.stjohns-barrhead.org
The photos from the afternoon Tea are available to view online. 
 
Western Catholic Calendars:
Western Catholic Calendars for 2026 are available to buy for £3.50 each at the piety stall.
 
St Vincent de Paul Society:
The SVdP provide spiritual, social and financial support to anyone in need. We visit parishioners of St John’s at their homes or in local care homes. If you know of anyone who might benefit from this offer from the members of the SSVP, please get in touch by calling: 075123 02877 or speak to one of our members after Mass who will be collecting for the Society in the porch. (All information will be treated confidentially).
 
We pray for those who have died recently:
Dennis Boyle, Patricia Byrne, Derek Cassidy, Robert Clarke, Joe Gribbon, Robert McCann, Dill McCrystal and James McGauley.
 
We pray for the anniversaries of:
Mary Armstrong, Tam Armstrong, Madge Burns, Mark Clougherty, Irene Clougherty, Mary Connolly, James Darcy, Jackie Devlin, Roseanne Hannigan, Archie Hughes, Mary Hughes, Jimmy MacDuff, Mary MacDuff, Annie McCann, Billy McCann, John McCann, Kathleen McGeadie, Harry McKelvie, Margaret McGuire, Sarah Quinn and Thomas Wood.
 
St John's Social Committee.
The social committee would like to thank everyone who has contributed in any way this year, be it setting up events, donating money and raffle prizes or attending and spending money. We are truly grateful for your support and wish you the happiest and most peaceful Christmas.
 
The total amount of money raised in 2025 will be published early in the new year, after the final fundraising events have taken place. 
Barrhead News Thought for the Week Co-Ordinator:
The Barrhead News have confirmed that they require a person to co-ordinate all of the news and the Thought for the Week contributions from the local churches of the town. If nobody comes forward from any of the local churches, then the churches information page will cease to exist from the end of January. It is not an especially onerous task and probably requires an hour or so once a week to co-ordinate. The team at the Barrhead News would be more than happy to talk any potential volunteer through the role and help them get established.
 
Close of Jubilee 2025 Diocese of Paisley (Sunday 28th December): 
The Jubilee Year will formally end in dioceses across the world on Sunday 28th December 2025 (the Feast of the Holy Family). The Vicar General of our diocese, Monsignor Burke, will formally preside over the Closing Rites at 11:00am Mass in St Mirin’s Cathedral.
 
Prayer to St. Michael:
St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in the day of Battle; 
Be our safeguard against the wickedness and snares of the Devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do Thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the power of God, cast into Hell, Satan and all the other evil spirits, who prowl through the world, seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.
 
St Mary's Greenock First Friday for Life (Friday 2nd January):
Will you fast and pray every first of the month Friday for Life? Bishop John invites you to fast and pray on the first Friday of each month to protect the unborn child and for the flourishing of the Pro-Life movement so that our society will build an authentic culture of life. Join your priests throughout the diocese on the First Friday of each month as we pray for life! The next Mass of the season will be offered in St Mary's, Greenock, on Friday 2nd of January at 7:00pm with Adoration and Confession from 6:00pm.
 
Marriage Preparation Residential Weekend Course (9th - 11th January 2026):
The CHC’s weekend marriage preparation course is intended for couples who wish to engage more deeply with the Catholic vision for marriage. Structured around the elements of the marriage rite, couples will reflect deeply on foundational Scriptural texts to gain a deeper understanding of both the natural and Sacramental aspects of Matrimony. The weekend is framed by prayer, time for reflection personally and as a couple, group discussion and a social.
 
Parish Burns Celebration (Saturday 24th January):
The Social Committee are planning a Burns celebration in the church hall on 24th January, further details to follow but if anyone plays a fiddle, accordion, recites poetry etc and would like to 'do a turn' please contact Anna Marie Johnston on 07897405000.
 
St John’s Primary Parent Council Laser Light Spectacular (Thursday 30th January):
St John’s Primary Parent Council is delighted to present a Laser Light Spectacular on Thursday 30th January at 6.00pm, taking place in the grounds of St John’s Church Hall.
This family-friendly event features an exciting laser show synchronised to popular favourites, including Taylor Swift, Fortnite, Stranger Things, Disney and more. All funds raised will go towards a fun and safe playground upgrade for the children of St John’s Primary School.
Tickets are available now, and will make a great Christmas stocking filler.
For tickets or further information, please contact Jennifer on 07846 600881.
 
Catholic Families for Life Newsletter:
“Catholic Families for Life” Newsletter from the National Commission for Marriage, Family and Life - latest version can be found at www.marriagefamilyandlife.org.uk
 
 
Retrouvaille Programme (Thursday 12th February):
The Retrouvaille programme helps marriages. It can bring hope and healing to relationships and the next session is on Thursday 12th February.
www.retrouvaille.org.uk   Tel: 07887 296983
 
Love & Beauty in St John’s Spiritual Canticle (20th – 22nd February 2026):
2026 marks the centenary of the declaration of St John of the Cross as a Doctor of the Church. In honour of this anniversary, Fr Matthew Blake OCD, will offer a weekend reflecting on the themes of love and beauty in the most celebrated poetry of the great Spanish mystic. 
https://christianheritagecentre.com/events/love-beauty-in-st-johns-spiritual-canticle/
 
Stella Maris Lourdes Pilgrimage (Monday 25th – Saturday 30th May 2026):
We warmly welcome serving or retired seafarers, fishers and their family members or carers to spend six grace-filled days of prayer, healing, and fellowship in the beautiful sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes.
This pilgrimage will be fully funded (including travel, accommodation, and meals).
To register your interest, or request further information please contact:
Dcn. John Fogarty: [email protected] | 07986 723015
Hugh Ramsay: [email protected] | 07432 654032
 
Marriage Preparation Courses 2026 – Diocese of Paisley:
We invite engaged couples to register for one of the Marriage Preparation courses on offer in 2026. The course consists of two evening in-person sessions, and one Saturday morning workshop, which will be held in St. Mirin’s Cathedral Hall, Paisley. For any additional details or queries please contact Rebecca Harrison at [email protected]
The cost for the course per couple is £70 which includes a gift with additional reading materials, couple exercises, books and light refreshments during the workshop. Once couples have registered we will contact them directly regarding attendance at the course and a certificate will be issued upon completion. This course fulfils church requirements regarding preparation before marriage and is a wonderful opportunity to meet other couples and share in fellowship. You can follow the link to access further information https://www.rcdop.org.uk/marriage-preparation or use the QR code to see the course dates and go straight to our booking page. We look forward to seeing you!
 
 

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St John the Evangelist Parish
Aurs Rd., Barrhead, G78 2RW.
 
The Fourth Sunday of Advent
21st December 2025
 
Rev Monsignor John Canon Tormey: Parish Priest
Rev Fr Joseph J McGill: Curate
Rev Denis Murphy:  Deacon
Email: [email protected]  Tel: 0141 881 0769
Website: www.stjohns-barrhead.org
 
Mary Hallan: Safeguarding Co-Ordinator: [email protected]
 
Times of Holy Mass:
Sunday: 4pm (Vigil), 10:00am, 11:30am and 5:00pm.
Weekday Mass: Monday-Saturday 10:00am.
Rorate Mass: Wednesday 7:30am.
Holy Days of Obligation: Vigil 7:00pm, 8:00am and 10:00am.


Times of Christmas Masses:
Christmas Eve Mass 6:00pm.(Nativity and Carols: 5.30pm)
Thursday 25th December: 12:00 Midnight Mass (Carols from 11.30pm) and 10am on Christmas Day.
 
Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession):
Saturday 10:30am-11:00am, 3:15pm-3:45pm.
Monday-Friday 9:30am-9:50am​.
 
The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available after 10:00am Mass on Monday 22nd, Tuesday 23rd and Wednesday 24th December in the build up to Christmas.
 
If a funeral Mass should take place on a Saturday at 10:00am in the future, there will be a Priest available to hear Confessions afterwards.
 
Last Week’s Collections:
First Collection GA: £355.00 NGA: £1,046.10
Building Fund GA: £22.00
 
A special thank you to the very generous parishioner who donated £1,000 to the Church Restoration Fund.
 
Response to Psalm:
‘Let the Lord enter; he is the king of glory.’
 
St Vincent de Paul Society:
The SVdP provide spiritual, social and financial support to anyone in need. We visit parishioners of St John’s at their homes or in local care homes. If you know of anyone who might benefit from this offer from the members of the SVdP, please get in touch by calling: 075123 02877 or speak to one of our members after Mass who will be collecting for the Society in the porch. (All information will be treated confidentially).
We pray for those who have died recently:
Iain Campbell, Derek Cassidy, Jim McGauley, Robert Clarke, Pat Byrne.
 
We pray for the anniversaries of:
Carol-Ann Burns, Mariano Coelho, Betty Donegan, Thomas Donegan, Denis Doyle, Roseanne Hannigan, Jean Herrity, John Herrity, Patrick Kearney, Moma Kemmett, Joseph Millar, Frances MacEwan, Walter McCready, Sheila McKee, Susan McKee, Elizabeth McQuade, James McQuade, Phil Owen, Anastasia Pinto, Liz (Geddes) Thomson, Kelly Sanders, Betty Walker, Thomas Wood and for the six month’s mind of Kathleen Friel.
 
Forthcoming Funerals:
Derek Cassidy: Tuesday 23rd December, 10:00am Mass, thereafter to Hurlet Crematorium for 11:00am.
 
Wednesday 24th December 7:30am Rorate Mass:
Please join us for the final 07:30am candlelit Rorate Mass of Advent as we wait for Christ, the light of the world.                                                                                                                                                                                                       

St John’s Parish Website:
You can keep up to date with funeral dates, Mass times, church restoration news and Parish events by visiting the Parish Website: https://www.stjohns-barrhead.org
The photos from the afternoon Tea are available to view online. 
 
Barrhead News Thought for the Week Co-Ordinator:
The Barrhead News have confirmed that they require a person to co-ordinate all of the news and the Thought for the Week contributions from the local churches of the town. If nobody comes forward from any of the local churches, then the churches information page will cease to exist from the end of January. It is not an especially onerous task and probably requires an hour or so once a week to co-ordinate. The team at the Barrhead News would be more than happy to talk any potential volunteer through the role and help them get established.
 
Piety Stall Christmas Items and Western Catholic Calendars:
The remaining Christmas items are available to purchase in the Piety Stall after Mass and Western Catholic Calendars for 2026 are available to buy for £3.50 each.
 
St John's Social Committee.
The social committee would like to thank everyone who has contributed in any way this year, be it setting up events, donating money and raffle prizes or attending and spending money. We are truly grateful for your support and wish you the happiest and most peaceful Christmas.
 
The total amount of money raised in 2025 will be published early in the new year, after the final fundraising events have taken place. 
Christmas Coffee Morning Sunday 21st December:
The Parish Hall committee, in partnership with St Mark’s Parent Council, will be running a Christmas Coffee morning after 10:00am Mass on Sunday 21st December. There will be live music, a raffle, entertainment and a very special guest!
 
Carols in the Cathedral Saturday 27th December:
All are welcome at this annual diocesan event, as we come together as a community and worship in song, the birth of our Saviour, Jesus Christ. We begin at 2pm on Saturday 27th December in St Mirin’s Cathedral, with the Diocesan Choir and Schola Benedicti.
 
Marriage Preparation Residential Weekend Course (9th - 11th January 2026):
The CHC’s weekend marriage preparation course is intended for couples who wish to engage more deeply with the Catholic vision for marriage. Structured around the elements of the marriage rite, couples will reflect deeply on foundational Scriptural texts to gain a deeper understanding of both the natural and Sacramental aspects of Matrimony. The weekend is framed by prayer, time for reflection personally and as a couple, group discussion and a social.
 
Parish Burns Celebration Saturday 24th January:
The Social Committee are planning a Burns celebration in the church hall on 24th January, further details to follow but if anyone plays a fiddle, accordion, recites poetry etc and would like to 'do a turn' please contact Anna Marie Johnston on 07897405000.
 
St John’s Primary Parent Council Laser Light Spectacular on Thursday 30th January:
St John’s Primary Parent Council is delighted to present a Laser Light Spectacular on Thursday 30th January at 6.00pm, taking place in the grounds of St John’s Church Hall.
This family-friendly event features an exciting laser show synchronised to popular favourites, including Taylor Swift, Fortnite, Stranger Things, Disney and more. All funds raised will go towards a fun and safe playground upgrade for the children of St John’s Primary School.
Tickets are available now, and will make a great Christmas stocking filler.
For tickets or further information, please contact Jennifer on 07846 600881.
 
Prayer to St. Michael:
St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in the day of Battle; 
Be our safeguard against the wickedness and snares of the Devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do Thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the power of God, cast into Hell, Satan and all the other evil spirits, who prowl through the world, seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.
Love & Beauty in St John’s Spiritual Canticle (20th – 22nd February 2026):
2026 marks the centenary of the declaration of St John of the Cross as a Doctor of the Church. In honour of this anniversary, Fr Matthew Blake OCD, will offer a weekend reflecting on the themes of love and beauty in the most celebrated poetry of the great Spanish mystic. 
https://christianheritagecentre.com/events/love-beauty-in-st-johns-spiritual-canticle/
 
Marriage Preparation Courses 2026 – Diocese of Paisley:
We invite engaged couples to register for one of the Marriage Preparation courses on offer in 2026. The course consists of two evening in-person sessions, and one Saturday morning workshop, which will be held in St. Mirin’s Cathedral Hall, Paisley. For any additional details or queries please contact Rebecca Harrison at [email protected]
The cost for the course per couple is £70 which includes a gift with additional reading materials, couple exercises, books and light refreshments during the workshop. Once couples have registered we will contact them directly regarding attendance at the course and a certificate will be issued upon completion. This course fulfils church requirements regarding preparation before marriage and is a wonderful opportunity to meet other couples and share in fellowship. You can follow the link to access further information https://www.rcdop.org.uk/marriage-preparation or use the QR code to see the course dates and go straight to our booking page. We look forward to seeing you!
 
Diocese of Paisley Vocations:
Our new Diocesan Vocations social media pages are officially up-and-running!
Instagram - dioceseofpaisleyvocations
TikTok - paisleyvocations
X - @DoPVocations
Vocations Director, Fr. Eoin Patten explains our new Vocations message - “He is There!”
Be sure to like, follow and share.
 
Diocesan Finance Department Temporary Vacancies:
The Diocesan finance department have 2 temporary vacancies for a minimum of 6 weeks with immediate effect.
Accountant to prepare quarterly curial and parish accounts, processing payroll and assisting the finance director in ad hoc duties to cover sick leave. Experienced bookkeeper to assist with parish and curial processing on sage. If you are interested and have the relevant experience please contact Jackie Brett by email [email protected]
 
 
 

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St John the Evangelist Parish
Aurs Rd., Barrhead, G78 2RW.
 
The Third Sunday of Advent
(Gaudete Sunday)
14th December 2025
 
Rev Monsignor John Canon Tormey: Parish Priest
Rev Fr Joseph J McGill: Curate
Rev Denis Murphy:  Deacon
Email: [email protected]  Tel: 0141 881 0769
Website: www.stjohns-barrhead.org
 
Mary Hallan: Safeguarding Co-Ordinator: [email protected]
 
Times of Holy Mass:
Sunday: 4pm (Vigil), 10:00am, 11:30am and 5:00pm.
Weekday Mass: Monday-Saturday 10:00am.
Rorate Mass: Wednesday 7:30am.
Holy Days of Obligation: Vigil 7:00pm, 8:00am and 10:00am.

​Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession):
Saturday 10:30am-11:00am, 3:15pm-3:45pm.
Monday-Friday 9:30am-9:50am​.
 
Last Week’s Collections:
First Collection GA: £398.10 NGA: £1,089.58
Building Fund GA: £772.00 NGA: £598.44
Education GA: £60.00
 
Response to Psalm:
‘Come, Lord, and save us.’
 
Wednesdays of Advent 7:30am Rorate Mass:
Please join us each Wednesday at 07:30am, for a candlelit Rorate Mass as we wait for Christ, the light of the world, during Advent.                                                                                                                   St Vincent de Paul Society:
The SVdP provide spiritual, social and financial support to anyone in need. We visit parishioners of St John’s at their homes or in local care homes. If you know of anyone who might benefit from this offer from the members of the SVdP, please get in touch by calling: 075123 02877 or speak to one of our members after Mass who will be collecting for the Society in the porch. (All information will be treated confidentially).
 
St John’s Parish Website:
You can keep up to date with funeral dates, Mass times, church restoration news and Parish events by visiting the Parish Website: https://www.stjohns-barrhead.org
The photos from the afternoon Tea are available to view online. 
 
 
We pray for those who have died recently:
Mae Burns, Iain Campbell, Derek Cassidy, Eamonn McCafferty and Isabel Wyber.
 
We pray for the anniversaries of:
John Boyle, David Davidson, Kathryn Devlin, Gerard Ellis, William Ellis, Bernard McAllister, Susan McAllister, Catherine McGuire, Maureen McGuire, Michael McGuire, Tracy McHugh, Elizabeth Mooney, John Michael Mooney, Carol O’Donnell, Lex Shields, Mary Sproul, Tommy Sproul and Hugh Welsh.
 
Forthcoming Funerals:
Iain Campbell: Thursday 18th December, 10:00am Mass, thereafter to Hurlet Crematorium for 11:00am.
Derek Cassidy: Tuesday 23rd December, 10:00am Mass, thereafter to Hurlet Crematorium for 11:00am.
 
St John’s Hogmanay Party:
Thank you to all who have purchased Hogmanay Party tickets, to support our Restoration Fund. The event is now sold out.
 
Raffle to Win Signed Dr Who Script:
This is the last week to buy raffle tickets for the Dr. Who Script.
The raffle will be drawn after 10:00am Mass on Sunday 21st December. 
Scan the link below or scan the QR code to purchase a ticket.  £1 per ticket. Alternatively, you can scan from the posters on the church and hall noticeboards.
Raffle to win a signed Dr Who script, signed by Peter Capaldi. Series 2- Episode 8. “Into the Dalek.”
Paypal.com/pool/9jtvuDV3Ds
All proceeds in aid of St. John’s Restoration fund.
For those who are experiencing difficulties accessing the raffle using the QR code, there will be an opportunity to purchase tickets (£1 an entry) in the porch after the weekend Masses.
Keep up to date with our fundraising projects on St John the Evangelist Community and Fundraising Group on Facebook.
https://m.facebook.com/groups/816999461224626/
 
Piety Stall Christmas Items and Western Catholic Calendars:
The remaining Christmas items are available to purchase in the Piety Stall after Mass and Western Catholic Calendars for 2026 are available to buy for £3.50 each.
 
All-Day Advent Eucharistic Adoration Tuesday 16th and Thursday 17th December:
There will be all-day Eucharistic Adoration on Tuesday at St. John Bosco church, Erskine and on Thursday in St. Bernadette’s Church, Erskine, from 10:00am until 7:00pm, with a Holy Hour from 6:00pm until 7:00pm.
Confessions are available from 5pm to 6pm at St. John Bosco on Tuesday and at St. Bernadette’s on Thursday.
 
Monthly Pro-Life Mass Wednesday 17th December:
The monthly Pro-Life Mass is on Wednesday, 17th December at 7.30pm at Holy Cross, 113 Dixon Ave, G42 8ER. Adoration begins at 6.15pm. Tea and mince pies in the hall afterwards – all welcome. The celebrant will be Canon Joe McAuley.
 
Advent Prayer Breakfast Friday 19th December:
On Friday 19th December, St. Bernadette’s, Erskine, will have their final Advent breakfast followed by a short prayer reflection. Mass will be at 8:30 am.
 
Christmas Coffee Morning Sunday 21st December:
The Parish Hall committee, in partnership with St Mark’s Parent Council, will be running a Christmas Coffee morning after 10:00am Mass on Sunday 21st December. There will be live music, a raffle, entertainment and a very special guest!
 
Carols in the Cathedral Saturday 27th December:
All are welcome at this annual diocesan event, as we come together as a community and worship in song, the birth of our Saviour, Jesus Christ. We begin at 2pm on Saturday 27th December in St Mirin’s Cathedral, with the Diocesan Choir and Schola Benedicti.
 
Marriage Preparation Residential Weekend Course (9th  - 11th  January 2026):
The CHC’s weekend marriage preparation course is intended for couples who wish to engage more deeply with the Catholic vision for marriage. Structured around the elements of the marriage rite, couples will reflect deeply on foundational Scriptural texts to gain a deeper understanding of both the natural and Sacramental aspects of Matrimony. The weekend is framed by prayer, time for reflection personally and as a couple, group discussion and a social.
 
Love & Beauty in St John’s Spiritual Canticle (20th – 22nd February 2026):
2026 marks the centenary of the declaration of St John of the Cross as a Doctor of the Church. In honour of this anniversary, Fr Matthew Blake OCD, will offer a weekend reflecting on the themes of love and beauty in the most celebrated poetry of the great Spanish mystic. 
https://christianheritagecentre.com/events/love-beauty-in-st-johns-spiritual-canticle/
 
Prayer to St. Michael:
St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in the day of Battle; 
Be our safeguard against the wickedness and snares of the Devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do Thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the power of God, cast into Hell, Satan and all the other evil spirits, who prowl through the world, seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.
 
 
Christmas Mass Times across the Diocese and at St John’s:
You can find Mass times listings for Christmas throughout the diocese on the diocesan website - https://rcdop.org.uk/christmas. Please check back regularly as we will amend the page as parishes confirm or amend their schedules.
 
The Christmas Mass times here at St John’s are as follows-
Wednesday 24th December: 6:00pm.
Thursday 25th December: 12:00 midnight, 10am.
 
Marriage Preparation Courses 2026 – Diocese of Paisley:
We invite engaged couples to register for one of the Marriage Preparation courses on offer in 2026. The course consists of two evening in-person sessions, and one Saturday morning workshop, which will be held in St. Mirin’s Cathedral Hall, Paisley. For any additional details or queries please contact Rebecca Harrison at [email protected]
The cost for the course per couple is £70 which includes a gift with additional reading materials, couple exercises, books and light refreshments during the workshop. Once couples have registered we will contact them directly regarding attendance at the course and a certificate will be issued upon completion. This course fulfils church requirements regarding preparation before marriage and is a wonderful opportunity to meet other couples and share in fellowship. You can follow the link to access further information https://www.rcdop.org.uk/marriage-preparation or use the QR code to see the course dates and go straight to our booking page. We look forward to seeing you!
 
Diocese of Paisley Vocations:
Our new Diocesan Vocations social media pages are officially up-and-running!
Instagram - dioceseofpaisleyvocations
TikTok - paisleyvocations
X - @DoPVocations
Vocations Director, Fr. Eoin Patten explains our new Vocations message - “He is There!”
Be sure to like, follow and share.
 
Diocesan Finance Department Temporary Vacancies:
The Diocesan finance department have 2 temporary vacancies for a minimum of 6 weeks with immediate effect.
Accountant to prepare quarterly curial and parish accounts, processing payroll and assisting the finance director in ad hoc duties to cover sick leave. Experienced bookkeeper to assist with parish and curial processing on sage. If you are interested and have the relevant experience please contact Jackie Brett by email [email protected]
 
 
 
 

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St John the Evangelist Parish
Aurs Rd., Barrhead, G78 2RW.

The First Sunday of Advent
30th November 2025

Rev Monsignor John Canon Tormey: Parish Priest
Rev Fr Joseph J McGill: Curate
Rev Denis Murphy:  Deacon
Email: [email protected]  Tel: 0141 881 0769
Website: www.stjohns-barrhead.org
 
Mary Hallan: Safeguarding Co-Ordinator: [email protected]
 
Times of Holy Mass:
Sunday: 4pm (Vigil), 10:00am, 11:30am and 5:00pm.
Weekday Mass: Monday-Saturday 10:00am.
Worker's Mass: Wednesday 7:30am.
Holy Days of Obligation: Vigil 7:00pm, 8:00am and 10:00am.

​Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession):
Saturday 10:30am-11:00am, 3:15pm-3:45pm
Monday-Friday 9:30am-9:50am​
 
Last Week’s Collections:
First Collection GA: £353.00 NGA: £1,055.70
Education GA: £30.00        
 
We are very pleased to report that we have received a grant of £10,000 for our restoration work from the National Churches Trust.
 
Response to Psalm:
‘Let us go rejoicing to the house of the Lord.’

St Nicholas is coming to town: 
The Diocesan Marriage, Family & Life Commission and Catholic Mothers invite families to celebrate the feast day of St Nicholas on December 6, 2025 at St John’s hall Barrhead, 3.00-4.30pm. Crafts & activities for children; talk for parents; teas, coffees and cakes for everyone, and… a special guest! No fees but donations appreciated. Please register by December 1 at: rcdop.org.uk/st-nicholas-celebration

St John’s Hogmanay Party:
We are delighted to announce the re-introduction of our Hogmanay Party on Wednesday 31st December, from 9:00pm – 2:00am.
Tickets are priced at £20 for adults and £10 for children and are selling fast. Proceeds to the Restoration Fund.
The ticket price includes a disco and buffet.
This event will be BYOB (Bring Your Own Bottle).
To purchase tickets, please contact Teresa O’Hara on: 07896988096.
 
We pray for those who have died recently:
Mary (Mae) Burns, Rosemary Gibb, John (Ian) McMahon, Leanne McWilliams, Jim Murphy, Sarah O’Neill and John Wilson.
 
We pray for the anniversaries of:
Neal Crossan, Michael Doherty, Catherine Doyle,  Joseph Gallacher Jr, Archie Hughes, Charlie Hughes, Maureen Hughes, Helen McCarthy, Thomas McCrossan, Annie McDougal, Ian McGarrigle, Mary McQuade, John McTaggart, Jane Sloan and Monica Tipping.
 
Forthcoming Funerals:
Sarah O’Neill 10am, Tuesday 2nd December.
Leanne McWilliams 10am, Wednesday 3rd December.
John (Ian) McMahon 10am, Thursday 4 December.
John Wilson, 10am, Tuesday 9 December.
May Burns, Vigil 6pm Friday 12 December, Funeral 10am Saturday 13 December.
 
Raffle to Win Signed Dr Who Script:
Scan the link below or scan the QR code to purchase a ticket.  £1 per ticket. Alternatively, you can scan from the posters on the church and hall noticeboards.
Raffle to win a signed Dr Who script, signed by Peter Capaldi. Series 2- Episode 8. “Into the Dalek.”
Paypal.com/pool/9jtvuDV3Ds
All proceeds in aid of St. John’s Restoration fund.
For those who are experiencing difficulties accessing the raffle using the QR code, there will be an opportunity to purchase tickets (£1 an entry) in the porch after the weekend Masses.
Keep up to date with our fundraising projects on St John the Evangelist Community and Fundraising Group on Facebook.
https://m.facebook.com/groups/816999461224626/
 
Advent Prayer Breakfast:
Every Friday from November 28th until December 19th at 9am, join our brothers and sisters at St. Bernadette’s, Erskine, for a joyful breakfast followed by a short prayer reflection. Mass will be at 8:30 am on these Fridays.
 
P4-P7 Advent Retreat Day Sunday 30th November: 
The Diocesan Youth Commission invites children in P4-P7 to a Pentecost Retreat Day on Sunday 30th November from 1.45pm-5pm. The theme is "Our Friends, the Saints: The Saints of Scotland." The Retreat takes place in St James’s church and halls on Greenock Road in Paisley (PA3 2LD). It will include Holy Mass. A light dinner will be provided. Registration is necessary: www.tinyurl.com/dpy-primary-advent25. Email Fr Ryan for more info: [email protected].
 
Advent at St Joseph’s, Clarkston:
Reflection sessions Mondays 7 - 9pm.  Dec 1, Dec 8 (online) and Dec 15.  
With a team from the Ignatian Spirituality Centre. 
A time to prepare for Christmas by reflecting on the Advent scriptures using Ignatian tools. 
There will be space for personal prayer and community time through our imagination, sacred reading, poetry and images.
Feel free to come along - meeting in the Church. Please note the session on 8 December will be online. 
 
All-Day Advent Eucharistic Adoration:
There will be all-day Eucharistic Adoration each Tuesday at St. John Bosco church, Erskine and Thursday in St. Bernadette’s Church, Erskine, from 10am until 7pm. With a Holy Hour from 6pm until 7pm. From the 2nd of December until the 18th of December.
Confessions are available from 5pm to 6pm at St. John Bosco on Tuesdays and at St. Bernadette’s on Thursdays.
 
Diocese of Paisley Young Adults Wednesday 3rd December:
The Young Adults series on the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass - “Heaven Meets Earth” Continues on Wednesday 3rd December at 7pm in the Diocesan Office, with ’Old Testament Roots’ by Fr Paul Denney. All young Catholics 18-35 are welcome. For more information contact Fr. Joe McGill at [email protected] or Fr Paul Laverty [email protected] 
 
Carols of Peace Service Thursday 4th December:
Join Aid to the Church in Need for Carols for Peace, a beautiful evening of music, stories, and prayer as we prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ.
Thursday, 4th December, St John the Baptist, Uddingston, 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Free event.
Reserve your free ticket at https://www.trybooking.com/uk/FNIM. For more information, please contact the ACN Scotland office at [email protected] or call 01698 337 470.
 
First Fridays for Life – 5th December 2025 - St John's, Barrhead: Will you fast and pray every First Friday for Life? Bishop John invites you to fast and pray on the First Friday of each month to protect the unborn child and for the flourishing of the Pro-Life movement so that our society will build an authentic culture of life. Join your priests throughout the diocese on the First Friday of each month as we pray for life! The next Mass of the season will be offered in St John's, Barrhead, on Friday the 5th of December at 7pm.
 
Advent Retreat Saturday 6th December:  
Saturday, 6th of December, 10am until 12 noon in St. Bernadette’s, Park Drive, Erskine. This retreat offers a chance to reflect on our service, deepen our faith, and connect in the mission of our church. Guided reflections with prayer and worship music, with an opportunity for Confession.
 
1st Barrhead Guides Christmas Shoppers’ Night Tuesday 9th December:
The 1st Barrhead Guides are running their Christmas Shoppers’ Night on Tuesday 9th December from 7:30pm-9pm in the St John’s parish hall. Tickets are priced at £3 per adult and kids go free! Admission includes a refreshment and a biscuit. There will be a variety of local businesses showcasing their fantastic products so please come along to support a great cause.
 
Barrhead Burgh Band Wednesday 10th December:
Churches from Barrhead and Neilston are joining together for a Christmas carol service, supported by the Barrhead Burgh Band, in a celebration of faith and togetherness.
The service will be held at St Andrew’s Church on Ralston Road, Barrhead, at 7pm on Wednesday, December 10.
It is organised by Action for Barrhead Churches (ABC), a group dedicated to promoting unity among congregations in the area.
 
Marriage Preparation Courses 2026 – Diocese of Paisley:
We invite engaged couples to register for one of the Marriage Preparation courses on offer in 2026. The course consists of two evening in-person sessions, and one Saturday morning workshop, which will be held in St. Mirin’s Cathedral Hall, Paisley. For any additional details or queries please contact Rebecca Harrison at [email protected]
The cost for the course per couple is £70 which includes a gift with additional reading materials, couple exercises, books and light refreshments during the workshop. Once couples have registered we will contact them directly regarding attendance at the course and a certificate will be issued upon completion. This course fulfils church requirements regarding preparation before marriage and is a wonderful opportunity to meet other couples and share in fellowship. You can follow the link to access further information https://www.rcdop.org.uk/marriage-preparation or use the QR code to see the course dates and go straight to our booking page. We look forward to seeing you!
 
Diocesan Finance Department Temporary Vacancies:
The Diocesan finance department have 2 temporary vacancies for a minimum of 6 weeks with immediate effect. Accountant to prepare quarterly curial and parish accounts, processing payroll and assisting the finance director in ad hoc duties to cover sick leave. Experienced bookkeeper to assist with parish and curial processing on sage. If you are interested and have the relevant experience please contact Jackie Brett by email [email protected]

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St John the Evangelist Parish
Aurs Rd., Barrhead, G78 2RW.
 
The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
23rd November 2025
 
Rev Monsignor John Canon Tormey: Parish Priest
Rev Fr Joseph J McGill: Curate
Rev Denis Murphy:  Deacon
Email: [email protected]  Tel: 0141 881 0769
Website: www.stjohns-barrhead.org
 
Mary Hallan: Safeguarding Co-Ordinator: [email protected]
 
Times of Holy Mass
Sunday: 4pm (Vigil), 10:00am, 11:30am and 5:00pm
Weekday Mass: Monday-Saturday 10:00am
Worker's Mass: Wednesday 7:30am
Holy Days of Obligation: Vigil 7:00pm, 8:00am and 10:00am

​Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession):
Saturday 10:30am-11:00am, 3:15pm-3:45pm
Monday-Friday 9:30am-9:50am​
 
Last Week’s Collections:
First Collection GA: £342.50 NGA: £898.40
Education GA: £544.71 NGA: £697.74
A special thank you to the parishioner who donated £1,000 to the Church Restoration Fund.
 
Response to Psalm:
‘Let us go rejoicing to the house of the Lord.’
 
Piety Stall New Christmas Stock:
Christmas cards, gift items, gift bags, Nativity scenes, children's books and many more Christmas items are now on sale in the stall after weekend Masses.
 
St Andrew’s Day Ladies’ Afternoon Tea:
Cake donations can be handed in to the parish hall on:
Saturday 29th November, 10:00am-12:00 noon
In church at 4:00pm Vigil 
Sunday morning 10:00am-12:00 noon.
 
St John’s Hogmanay Party:
We are delighted to announce the re-introduction of our Hogmanay Party on Wednesday 31st December, from 9:00pm – 2:00am.
Tickets are priced at £20 for adults and £10 for children and are selling fast. Proceeds to the Restoration Fund.
The ticket price includes a disco and buffet.
This event will be BYOB (Bring Your Own Bottle).
To purchase tickets, please contact Teresa O’Hara on: 07896988096.
 
We pray for those who have died recently:
Mary (Mae) Burns, Leanne McWilliams, Jim Murphy, Sarah O’Neill, John Wilson and John (Ian) McMahon.
 
We pray for the anniversaries of:
Joe Connelly Sr, James Connolly, Kevin Fitzgerald, Billy Geddes, Bernard Lafferty, May Lafferty, John Logue, Tommy Logue, Kevin McCann, Margaret McGirr, Marie McGuire, George McMillan, James Nisbet, Mary Nisbet, Frank Stewart and Jim Watt.
 
Funeral Masses this week:
The Requiem Mass of Jim Murphy will be celebrated on Friday 28th November at 10:00am.
 
Forthcoming Funerals:
Sarah O’Neill  10am, Tuesday 2 December
Leanne McWilliams 10am,  Wednesday 3 December
John (Ian) McMahon  10am, Thursday 4 December
John Wilson, 10am, Tuesday 9 December
Mae Burns, 6pm Vigil 12 Dec, Funeral 10am 13 December
 
Raffle to Win Signed Dr Who Script:
Scan the link below or scan the QR code to purchase a ticket.  £1 per ticket. Alternatively, you can scan from the posters on the church and hall noticeboards.
Raffle to win a signed Dr Who script, signed by Peter Capaldi. Series 2- Episode 8. “Into the Dalek.”
Paypal.com/pool/9jtvuDV3Ds
All proceeds in aid of St. John’s Restoration fund.
For those who are experiencing difficulties accessing the raffle using the QR code, there will be an opportunity to purchase tickets (£1 an entry) in the porch after the weekend Masses.
 
Keep up to date with our fundraising projects on St John the Evangelist Community and Fundraising Group on Facebook.
https://m.facebook.com/groups/816999461224626/
 
Mikey’s Marys Meals Sponsored Walk:
Mikey completed his sponsored walk for Mary's Meals last Saturday. He walked a total of 13K in three hours and has raised a grand total of £750.
Many thanks to all those who sponsored him and for all the kind words. 
 
Mass for Bereaved:
7pm Mass in St John’s Parish Church on 27th November, for all those who have suffered bereavement, especially in the past year. Please invite anyone you know who may wish to be present All are welcome.
 
Hawkhead Cemetery Mass:
The annual Holy Mass in Hawkhead Cemetery will be celebrated at 2:00pm on Sunday 23rd November. All are welcome to come and pray for the repose of the souls of those buried there.
 
Morning for Advent St James’s Renfrew:
There will be a 'Quiet Morning for Advent: seeking hope, love, joy and peace' at St James's Renfrew on Saturday 29th November beginning with Mass in the church at 10:00am and continuing in the hall until 1:00pm.
 
Quarterly Parish Finance Report (9 months to 30.9.25):
Income: £232,639
Expenses: £148,067
Surplus; £84,572 
Please see notice board for more info.
 
Barrhead United Reformed Church Christmas Fair:
Our friends at the Barrhead United Reformed Church have asked us to advertise that their Christmas Fair / coffee morning is on Saturday 29th November from 10:00am till 12:00 noon. Tickets can be bought at their cafe cash desk on Wednesday and Thursday or you can turn up on the day and pay at the door.
 
Teas after Sunday 10am Mass 29th November:
To facilitate setting up for the afternoon tea event, there will be no tea and coffee available after 10am Mass on Sunday 29th November.
 
Carols of Peace Service:
Join Aid to the Church in Need for Carols for Peace, a beautiful evening of music, stories, and prayer as we prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ.
Thursday, 4th December, St John the Baptist, Uddingston, 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Free event.
Reserve your free ticket at https://www.trybooking.com/uk/FNIM. For more information, please contact the ACN Scotland office at [email protected] or call 01698 337 470.
 
St Nicholas is coming to town: 
The Diocesan Marriage, Family & Life Commission and Catholic Mothers invite families to celebrate the feast day of St Nicholas on December 6, 2025 at St John’s hall Barrhead, 3.00-4.30pm. Crafts & activities for children; talk for parents; teas, coffees and cakes for everyone, and… a special guest! No fees but donations appreciated. Please register by December 1 at: rcdop.org.uk/st-nicholas-celebration
 
Marriage Preparation residential weekend course, 9 - 11 January 2026:
The CHC’s weekend marriage prep course is intended for couples who wish to engage more deeply with the Catholic vision for marriage. Structured around the elements of the marriage rite, couples will reflect deeply on foundational Scriptural texts to gain a deeper understanding of both the natural and Sacramental aspects of Matrimony. The weekend is framed by prayer, time for reflection personally and as a couple, group discussion and a social.
 
ABC QUIZ. Thanks to everyone who came along and helped make it a great night. St John’s won the quiz. Well done, team!
 
Explore Paris with Diocese of Paisley Youth:
Join us in Paris in Autumn 2026 for a pilgrimage filled with faith and friendship -Register your interest today at:
www.tinyurl.com/dpy-paris
For further information please contact: 
[email protected]
 
Ignatian Spiritual Exercises:
Men’s’ retreat, 4 & 11 February 2026: A fantastic opportunity to experience St Ignatius’ Spiritual Exercises in a 5-day, shortened form. The retreat will be guided by the monastic community of St Joseph’s Abbey, Flavigny (France), who were founded with the specific charism of offering this version of the Exercises and with a particular apostolate to men. The retreat is open to men in all states of life, who wish to seek God’s will through a deepened detachment from the world.
 
SPUC News:
Interview with Jonathon Van Maren from the Canadian Centre for Bioethical Reform,  gave a very  powerful address at our SPUC  National Conference. Jonathon brings a wealth of insight into the cultural and strategic dimensions of the pro-life movement, drawing on years of experience in public advocacy and grassroots mobilisation.

In our interview, he speaks candidly about the challenges we face, the importance of truth-telling in a hostile climate, and the role of courage in defending life. Do take time to watch — his clarity and conviction are both timely and deeply inspiring.
 
Liturgical Year:
A reminder, that from next Sunday (the First Sunday of Advent) the Liturgical Calendar changes to Year A.
 
Prayer to St. Michael:
St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in the day of Battle; 
Be our safeguard against the wickedness and snares of the Devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do Thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the power of God, cast into Hell, Satan and all the other evil spirits, who prowl through the world, seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.
 
NO Teas and Coffees Next Week after 10am Mass to allow time to organize the St Andrew’s Day Ladies Afternoon Tea Event

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St John the Evangelist Parish
Aurs Rd., Barrhead, G78 2RW.
 
Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time
16th November 2025
 
Rev Monsignor John Canon Tormey: Parish Priest
Rev Fr Joseph J McGill: Curate
Rev Denis Murphy:  Deacon
Email: [email protected]  Tel: 0141 881 0769
Website: www.stjohns-barrhead.org
 
Mary Hallan: Safeguarding Co-Ordinator: [email protected]
 
LAST WEEK’S COLLECTIONS
First Collection GA: £298.50  NGA: £946.13
 
Response to Psalm:
‘The Lord comes to judge the peoples with fairness.’
 
Second Collection:
The Second Collection this week is for Education Sunday and will go towards supporting the Church’s mission in our schools and developing the faith of our young people.
 
Piety Stall New Christmas Stock:
Christmas cards, gift items, gift bags, Nativity scenes, children's books and many more Christmas items are now on sale in the stall after weekend Masses.
 
ABC  Quiz Night: Takes  on Friday 21st November at 7pm.  In St. John’s Parish Hall.
 
St Andrew's Day Afternoon Tea:
The Social Committee would like to thank everyone who has purchased tickets for the forthcoming St Andrew's Afternoon Tea on Sunday 30th November.  This event is now sold out.
We would also like to take this opportunity to ask for any donations of home baking (nut-free). A sign-up list is available at the back of the church after weekend Masses. 
 
St John’s Hogmanay Party:
We are delighted to announce the re-introduction of our Hogmanay Party on Wednesday 31st December, from 9:00pm – 2:00am.
Tickets are priced at £20 for adults and £10 for children and are selling fast. Proceeds to the Restoration Fund.
The ticket price includes a disco and buffet.
This event will be BYOB (Bring Your Own Bottle).
To purchase tickets, please contact Teresa O’Hara on: 07896988096.
 
 
 
 
We pray for those who have died recently:
James Campbell and William Wilson.
 
We pray for the anniversaries of:
Kathleen Byrne, Jean Carberry, Helena Carlin, Johnny Donaghy, Betty Hughes, Annie McGowan, James McGowan, John McGowan, Noreen McGowan, Andrew Paterson, Alexander Quinn, Alexander Taylor, Mary Watson and for the six month’s mind of Teresa Leckie.
 
Funeral Masses this week:
The Requiem Mass of James Campbell will be celebrated at 10:00am on Thursday 20th November.
 
Raffle to Win Signed Dr Who Script:
Scan the link below or scan the QR code to purchase a ticket.  £1 per ticket. Alternatively, you can scan from the posters on the church and hall noticeboards.
Raffle to win a signed Dr Who script, signed by Peter Capaldi. Series 2- Episode 8. “Into the Dalek.”
Paypal.com/pool/9jtvuDV3Ds
All proceeds in aid of St. John’s Restoration fund.
For those who are experiencing difficulties accessing the raffle using the QR code, there will be an opportunity to purchase tickets (£1 an entry) in the porch after the weekend Masses.
 
Keep up to date with our fundraising projects on St John the Evangelist Community and Fundraising Group on Facebook.
https://m.facebook.com/groups/816999461224626/
 
Diocese of Paisley Young Adults Talk:
The Young Adults series on the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass - “Heaven Meets Earth” Continues on Wednesday 19th November at 7pm in the Diocesan Office, with ’The Eucharistic Prayer to Go Forth’ by Fr Joe McGill. All young Catholics 18-35 are welcome. For more information contact Fr. Joe McGill at [email protected] or Fr Paul Laverty [email protected] 
 
Mass for Bereaved:
7pm St John’s Parish on 27th November. All are welcome.
 
Hawkhead Cemetery Mass:
The annual Holy Mass in Hawkhead Cemetery will be celebrated at 2:00pm on Sunday 23rd November. All are welcome to come and pray for the repose of the souls of those buried there.
 
 
Red Wednesday 19th November 2025:
On Red Wednesday, 19th November, our Scottish cathedrals will join Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) in celebrating Mass to remember Christians across the world who suffer for their faith. 80% of all religious persecution in the world is directed against Christians, and our brothers and sisters in Christ desperately need our prayers and support. Will you help us ‘break the silence on Christian persecution’?
Come along to one of the following Masses this Red Wednesday (19th November):
Glasgow: St Andrew’s Cathedral at 1:15pm Edinburgh: St Mary’s Catholic Cathedral at 7:00pm Motherwell: Cathedral of Our Lady of Good Aid at 10:00am Paisley: St Mirin’s Cathedral at 6:00pm Ayr (Evening Prayer): St Margaret’s Cathedral at 7:00pm For more details, contact [email protected] or call the office at 01698 337 470.
 
Monthly Pro-Life Mass:
The monthly Pro-Life Mass is on Wednesday, 19th November at 7.30pm at Holy Cross, 113 Dixon Ave, G42 8ER. Adoration begins at 6.15pm. Tea in the hall afterwards – all welcome.
 
AGAP Theatre Pilgrim of Hope:
Straight from the Edinburgh Fringe, the hit play is based upon themes in Pope Francis’ letter for the Year of Hope!  Written and Performed by Stephen Callaghan. St Mirin’s Cathedral, Paisley Thursday 20th November 2025 at 7.30pm.  Tickets: £10/£7/£5 (Pay What You Can – you choose.) www.agap.org.uk/pilgrimofhope  or see poster in the porch.
 
World Youth Day 2025: 
The Youth Commission invites pupils in S1-S3 to a Celebration of World Youth Day on Sunday 23rd November, in St James’s Church and hall, Greenock Road, Paisley. The celebration will include an opportunity to go to Confession, to have lunch together, and to celebrate Holy Mass with Bishop Keenan. Online registration is required: http://www.tinyurl.com/DPY-WYD-2025. Email Fr Ryan for more info at [email protected].  
 
Morning for Advent St James’s Renfrew:
There will be a 'Quiet Morning for Advent: seeking hope, love, joy and peace' at St James's Renfrew on Saturday 29th November beginning with Mass in the church at 10:00am and continuing in the hall until 1:00pm.
 
 
 
 
 
Carols of Peace Service:
Join Aid to the Church in Need for Carols for Peace, a beautiful evening of music, stories, and prayer as we prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ.
Thursday, 4th December, St John the Baptist, Uddingston, 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Free event.
Reserve your free ticket at https://www.trybooking.com/uk/FNIM. For more information, please contact the ACN Scotland office at [email protected] or call 01698 337 470.
 
St Nicholas is coming to town: 
The Diocesan Marriage, Family & Life Commission and Catholic Mothers invite families to celebrate the feast day of St Nicholas on December 6, 2025 at St John’s hall Barrhead, 3.00-4.30pm. Crafts & activities for children; talk for parents; teas, coffees and cakes for everyone, and… a special guest! No fees but donations appreciated. Please register by December 1 at: rcdop.org.uk/st-nicholas-celebration
 
Marriage Preparation residential weekend course, 9 - 11 January 2026:
The CHC’s weekend marriage prep course is intended for couples who wish to engage more deeply with the Catholic vision for marriage. Structured around the elements of the marriage rite, couples will reflect deeply on foundational Scriptural texts to gain a deeper understanding of both the natural and Sacramental aspects of Matrimony. The weekend is framed by prayer, time for reflection personally and as a couple, group discussion and a social.
 
Explore Paris with Diocese of Paisley Youth:
Join us in Paris in Autumn 2026 for a pilgrimage filled with faith and friendship! Opportunities for Holy Mass, prayer, time for retreat, catechesis, sightseeing and much more.
Register your interest today at:
www.tinyurl.com/dpy-paris
For further information please contact: 
[email protected]
 
 
SPUC News:
Interview with Jonathon Van Maren from the Canadian Centre for Bioethical Reform,  gave a very  powerful address at our SPUC  National Conference. Jonathon brings a wealth of insight into the cultural and strategic dimensions of the pro-life movement, drawing on years of experience in public advocacy and grassroots mobilisation.

In our interview, he speaks candidly about the challenges we face, the importance of truth-telling in a hostile climate, and the role of courage in defending life. Do take time to watch — his clarity and conviction are both timely and deeply inspiring.
 

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