St John the Evangelist Parish
             Aurs Rd., Barrhead, G78 2RW.
 
Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday 19th July 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.
Holy Days of Obligation: Vigil 7:00pm, 8:00am and 10:00am.


Please note that there is no 7:30am Wednesday Workers’ Mass over the summer holidays.
 
Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession):
Saturday 10:30am-11:00am, 3:15pm-3:45pm.
Monday-Friday 9:30am-9:50am​.
 
Adoration:
Before  Mass with Benediction 09:00am-09:45am. Aso after Mass:  Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 10:30am-1:00pm.
 
Eucharistic Adoration, Summer Schedule:
There is a sign-up sheet in the porch for Adoration volunteers during the summer period.
 
Last Week’s Collections:
First Collection GA: £333.00 NGA: £793.87
White Fathers NGA: £1,579.08
Building Fund GA: £20.00
A special thank you to the parishioners who have donated £1,000, £530.00 £251.00, £50.00 £30.00 towards the restoration fund recently.
 

 
Response to the Psalm:
O Lord, you are good and forgiving.
 
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.
We pray for those who have died recently:
John McDermott and Mary McArthur Taylor.
 
We pray for the anniversaries of:
Canon James J. Sheehan, Sadie Hil,  Peter McGuire, Mary Munn
 
Funeral Notices:
The Requiem Mass for John McDermott will be celebrated at 10:00am on Wednesday 29th July and the Requiem Mass for Mary McArthur Taylor will be celebrated at 10:00am on Wednesday 5th August.
 
Weekly Offerings:
If you wish to set up standing order instead of using church envelopes or the plate collection, you can fill out a standing order form at the back of the church and return it to Fr John.
If you pay tax on your income please consider signing a Gif Aid Form. You do not lose any money but the church benefits from this. Alternatively, you can set up your donation online. Parish bank details available from Fr John.
You can also donate by scanning the QR code
 
 
Gift Aid 2025-26:
For the tax year 2025-26, the Parish generated £29,866.87 through Gift Aid which demonstrates the immense benefit such a system has for St John’s.
 
200 Club Relaunch — Latest News:
A warm welcome to the 20 parishioners who have joined the 200 Club since its recent relaunch – there are now 110 members. But there are still plenty of spaces and numbers available! Please consider supporting the restoration fund, while having the chance to win up to £100 in the monthly draw. Contact Karen McPhee on: 07923 564434 and she will allocate you a number. This number is ESSENTIAL when setting up your monthly payment, to ensure that it goes to the 200 Club Account and that you are included in the draw. Payment is by Standing Order, £5 per month, and should be made on the 18th of the month. After three weeks any unclaimed prizes will be added to the Restoration Fund.
Bank Details: Royal Bank of Scotland A/C Name —- St John’s RC Church Sort Code —- 834600 A/C Number — 00128065
 
Action of Barrhead Churches (ABC) Picnic in the Park (Sunday 19th July):
The Action of Barrhead Churches (ABC) is pleased to announce that it has organised a picnic in the Cowan Park on Sunday 19th July from 1:00pm-3:00pm. Please bring your own food, games and pray for sunshine!
 
 
 
World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly Carfin Grotto (Sunday 26th July):
Everyone is warmly invited to a special celebration of the World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly at Carfin Grotto on Sunday 26th July. Bishop John Keenan will celebrate Holy Mass at 3pm as we give thanks for the invaluable contribution of grandparents and the elderly to our families, parishes and communities. Please bring your grandparents, family members and friends. All are welcome.
 
Pilgrimage for Life Carfin Grotto (Saturday 1st August):
The annual Pilgrimage for Life will take place at Carfin Grotto on Saturday 1st August. Led by Bishop John Keenan, the day offers an opportunity for prayer, reflection and witness to the dignity and sanctity of every human life. The programme includes: 12 noon – Holy Mass, 2pm – Eucharistic Adoration, 2:15pm – Stations of the Cross, 2:45pm – Divine Mercy Chaplet, 3:30pm – Holy Rosary. Families are especially encouraged to attend. All are welcome.
 
SCIAF Shield 5-a-side football tournament (Saturday 1st August): 
SCIAF are encouraging parishes across the Diocese to sign up for this year’s SCIAF Shield. Their annual 5-a-side football tournament held in Shawlands takes place on 1st August. Parishes from across Scotland will be represented and take part in a day focusing on faith, football and fundraising. For more information and to sign up please visit www.sciaf.org.uk/sciafshield or e-mail their Community Engagement Officer at [email protected] with any questions.
 
Millions of Monicas (Tuesday 4th August): 
A new Millions of Monicas prayer group is beginning at the parish of Saint Charles Borromeo, Paisley. They will meet on the first Tuesday of the month, starting on Tuesday 4th August, from 6:30pm to 7:30pm in the church. Women from surrounding parishes are welcome to join and gather for one hour of guided prayer, which always includes a Rosary for our children in need of God’s mercy and a return to the practice of their Catholic faith. All women are welcome. Many who come are mothers, grandmothers, aunts, and confirmation sponsors, following the example of Saint Monica in her perseverance in prayer. This is not a support group, and no sensitive information is shared. For more information, visit millionsofmonicas.com or contact Louise at [email protected].
 
Kiltwalk / Paisley 10K (Sunday 16th August):
Anwar Rafiq and Councillor Chris Lunday have very generously offered to raise money for the restoration of our beautiful church.  Anwar is doing the Dundee Kiltwalk on 16th Aug and on the same day, Cllr Lunday will be pounding the streets of Paisley doing the 10k!  Please lend them your support and help them reach their target of £1,000 each!  And please share with all your family and friends!  Let’s smash their target!
Anwar - https://www.justgiving.com/page/st-john-the-evangelist-barrhead-2?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL
Cllr Lunday - https://www.justgiving.com/page/st-john-the-evangelist-barrhead-3?utm_medium=FA&utm_source=CL
 
March for Life UK 2026 (Friday 4th September – Saturday 5th September): 
With Bishop Keenan. Departing midnight Friday 4th September from Paisley St Mirin's Cathedral, with a pickup 12:30am at Glasgow St. Andrew's Cathedral. Arriving in London at Emmanuel Centre approx. 7:30/8:00am Saturday 5th September for the Exhibition, Mass, talks and stall. Departing on Saturday 5th September at approx. 6:00pm, dropping off at Glasgow and Paisley. £30pp. For further details, visit https://rcdop.org.uk/marchforlife2026
 
Safeguarding Induction Training:
If you are a new volunteer, or one who has attended Part 1 but yet to complete Part 2 training, 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: 01418476138 or [email protected]
Date
Venue

Tuesday 25 August 2026, 7pm
Diocesan Centre Paisley

Saturday 19 Sept 2026, 10.30am
Saint Mary’s Greenock

Tuesday 6 October 2026, 7pm
Saint Joseph’s  Clarkston

Saturday 14 Nov 2026, 10.30am
Diocesan Centre, Paisley

 
Diocese of Paisley Facilities Manager Job Vacancy:
The Diocese of Paisley is seeking a proactive and organised Facilities Manager to join our team on a part-time basis. The role offers the opportunity to work closely with the diocesan property manager, assistant property manager and office administrator, with responsibility for facilities management, including day to day maintenance, repairs, and compliance of diocesan and parish properties throughout Renfrewshire, East Renfrewshire and Inverclyde. To apply please submit your CV and a covering letter detailing your suitability for the role to the Property Manager at [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.
 
Unclaimed 200 Club Prizes
 
Peter Strain, Kevin Foley.

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A reminder that the only access to church is from Auchenback, due to the roundabout being closed.
 
 
St John the Evangelist Parish
Aurs Rd., Barrhead, G78 2RW.
 
Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday 12th July 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.
Holy Days of Obligation: Vigil 7:00pm, 8:00am and 10:00am.


Please note that there is no 7:30am Workers’ Mass over the summer holidays.
 
Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession):
Saturday 10:30am-11:00am, 3:15pm-3:45pm.
Monday-Friday 9:30am-9:50am​.
 
Adoration:
Before  Mass with Benediction 09:00am-09:45am. Aso after Mass:  Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 10:30am-1:00pm.
 
Eucharistic Adoration, Summer Schedule:
There is a sign-up sheet in the porch for Adoration volunteers during the summer period.
 
Last Week’s Collections:
First Collection GA: £316.00 NGA: £823.20
Building Fund GA: £795.50 NGA: £441.08
Peter’s Pence GA: £45.00
 
Second Collection Deanery Appeal for the White Fathers:
There will be a second collection this week for the work of the White Fathers.  This will take the place of the collection for the Apostleship of the Sea which will take place next Month (August): if you have special collection envelopes for Apostleship of the Sea can you please hold on to them for the collection on the third Sunday of August. 
We welcome Fr William Crombie, who Is from Rutherglen, who will speak to us about the important work of the Missions.
 
Response to the Psalm:
Some seed fell into good soil and yielded its fruit.
 
We pray for those who have died recently:
George Cathcart and John McDermott.

We pray for the anniversaries of:
Mons. Matthew Kinsella VG, Canon James F. Murphy, William Bell, Delia Boyle, Jack Boyle, James Boyle, Charles Carlton, Harry Carlton, Colin Cassidy, Ellen Collins, Agnes Creamer, Hugh Creamer Snr, Jimmy Devenny, Maisie Fitzgerald, Mary Grady, Tommy Hallan, Patrick Higgins, Edward Hughes, William Hughes, Brian McCafferty, Bid McGauley and Maisie McMaster.
 
Funeral Notices:
The Requiem Mass for George Cathcart will be celebrated at 10:00am on Friday 17th July.
 
Weekly Offerings:
If you wish to set up standing order instead of using church envelopes or the plate collection, you can fill out a standing order form at the back of the church and return it to Fr John.
If you pay tax on your income please consider signing a Gif Aid Form. You do not lose any money but the church benefits from this. Alternatively, you can set up your donation online. Parish bank details available from Fr John.
You can also donate by scanning the QR code
 
Gift Aid 2025-26:
For the tax year 2025-26, the Parish generated £29,866.87 through Gift Aid which demonstrates the immense benefit such a system has for St John’s.
 
200 Club Relaunch — Latest News:
A warm welcome to the 20 parishioners who have joined the 200 Club since its recent relaunch – there are now 110 members. But there are still plenty of spaces and numbers available! Please consider supporting the restoration fund, while having the chance to win up to £100 in the monthly draw. Contact Karen McPhee on: 07923 564434 and she will allocate you a number. This number is ESSENTIAL when setting up your monthly payment, to ensure that it goes to the 200 Club Account and that you are included in the draw. Payment is by Standing Order, £5 per month, and should be made on the 18th of the month. After three weeks any unclaimed prizes will be added to the Restoration Fund.
Bank Details: Royal Bank of Scotland A/C Name —- St John’s RC Church Sort Code —- 834600 A/C Number — 00128065
 
Fatima Vigil in Howwood (Sunday 12th July):
The Fatima Vigil is held in Christ the King Church, Howwood on the 12th of each month from May to October. The next Vigil will take place on Sunday 12th July. The Vigil begins with a Rosary procession (weather allowing) at 7:30pm, followed by Holy Mass and Benediction. Refreshments are available in the hall afterwards.
Monthly pro-life Mass (Wednesday 15th July): 
The monthly pro-life Mass is on Wednesday 15th July at 7:30pm at Holy Cross, 113 Dixon Avenue, G42 8ER. Adoration begins at 6:15pm. Tea in the hall afterwards – all welcome. The celebrant will be Father Alex Strachan.
 
Relics of Saint Gerard Majella (Saturday 18th July): 
The Redemptorists around the world are celebrating the 300th anniversary of the birth of Saint Gerard Majella, an Italian lay-brother popularly invoked as The Mother's Saint. As part of this his relics will be visiting the heart of Edinburgh: Saint Patrick's Church, which was once home to a Redemptorist Community. It will take place on Saturday 18th July, with the entrance of the relics at 10am, time for personal prayer, and a Mass at 12:30pm. Father Royston Price CSsR is organizing the event and can be contacted for more details at [email protected].
 
Action of Barrhead Churches (ABC) Picnic in the Park (Sunday 19th July):
The Action of Barrhead Churches (ABC) is pleased to announce that it has organised a picnic in the Cowan Park on Sunday 19th July from 1:00pm-3:00pm. Please bring your own food, games and pray for sunshine!
 
SCIAF Shield 5-a-side football tournament (Saturday 1st August): 
SCIAF are encouraging parishes across the Diocese to sign up for this year’s SCIAF Shield. Their annual 5-a-side football tournament held in Shawlands takes place on 1st August. Parishes from across Scotland will be represented and take part in a day focusing on faith, football and fundraising. For more information and to sign up please visit www.sciaf.org.uk/sciafshield or e-mail their Community Engagement Officer at [email protected] with any questions.
 
Millions of Monicas (Tuesday 4th August): 
A new Millions of Monicas prayer group is beginning at the parish of Saint Charles Borromeo, Paisley. They will meet on the first Tuesday of the month, starting on Tuesday 4th August, from 6:30pm to 7:30pm in the church. Women from surrounding parishes are welcome to join and gather for one hour of guided prayer, which always includes a Rosary for our children in need of God’s mercy and a return to the practice of their Catholic faith. All women are welcome. Many who come are mothers, grandmothers, aunts, and confirmation sponsors, following the example of Saint Monica in her perseverance in prayer. This is not a support group, and no sensitive information is shared. For more information, visit millionsofmonicas.com or contact Louise at [email protected].
 
Kiltwalk / Paisley 10K (Sunday 16th August):
Anwar Rafiq and Councillor Chris Lunday have very generously offered to raise money for the restoration of our beautiful church.  Anwar is doing the Dundee Kiltwalk on 16th Aug and on the same day, Cllr Lunday will be pounding the streets of Paisley doing the 10k!  Please lend them your support and help them reach their target of £1,000 each!  And please share with all your family and friends!  Let’s smash their target!
Anwar - https://www.justgiving.com/page/st-john-the-evangelist-barrhead-2?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL
Cllr Lunday - https://www.justgiving.com/page/st-john-the-evangelist-barrhead-3?utm_medium=FA&utm_source=CL
 
Free Will & Grace (Friday 28th – Monday 31st August):
Join us for a theological and philosophical deep dive on one of the great themes of the Christian Faith: human freedom and Divine grace. With lectures and workshops building on St Thomas Aquinas' writings, the course will also explore questions of conscience and the problem of evil. This year's guest speaker will be Rev. Dr Simon Gaine, OP. https://christianheritagecentre.com/events/free-will-grace-course/
 
March for Life UK 2026 (Friday 4th September – Saturday 5th September): 
With Bishop Keenan. Departing midnight Friday 4th September from Paisley St Mirin's Cathedral, with a pickup 12:30am at Glasgow St. Andrew's Cathedral. Arriving in London at Emmanuel Centre approx. 7:30/8:00am Saturday 5th September for the Exhibition, Mass, talks and stall. Departing on Saturday 5th September at approx. 6:00pm, dropping off at Glasgow and Paisley. £30pp. For further details, visit https://rcdop.org.uk/marchforlife2026
 
Safeguarding Induction Training:
If you are a new volunteer, or one who has attended Part 1 but yet to complete Part 2 training, 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: 01418476138 or [email protected]
Date
Venue

Tuesday 25 August 2026, 7pm
Diocesan Centre Paisley

Saturday 19 Sept 2026, 10.30am
Saint Mary’s Greenock

Tuesday 6 October 2026, 7pm
Saint Joseph’s  Clarkston

Saturday 14 Nov 2026, 10.30am
Diocesan Centre, Paisley

 
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.

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St John the Evangelist Parish
Aurs Rd., Barrhead, G78 2RW.
 
Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday 5 July  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.

There will be no early morning workers' Mass on Wednesdays over the summer. Fr John apologises to those who came looking for Mass last Wednesday morning.
 

Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession):
Saturday 10:30am-11:00am, 3:15pm-3:45pm.
Monday-Friday 9:30am-9:50am​.
 
Adoration:
Before  Mass with Benediction 09:00am-09:45am. Aso after Mass:  Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 10:30am-1:00pm.
 
Eucharistic Adoration, Summer Schedule:
There is a sign-up sheet in the porch for Adoration volunteers during the summer period.
 
Last Week’s Collections:
First Collection GA: £358.00 NGA: £874.62
Pro-Life GA: £20.00
Peter’s Pence GA 796.10      NGA 675.05
Restoration Fund Donations: £1,251.00 and £1,000
Tuesday Club Teas and Coffees: £274.00
 
Next Week Deanery Appeal for the White Fathers.
There will be a second collection for the work of the White Fathers.  This will be instead  of the collection for the Apostleship of the Sea which we will be taken up next Month (August): if you have special collection envelopes for “Apostleship of the Sea” can you please hold on to them for the collection on the third Sunday of August. 
Next week we welcome Fr William Crombie, who Is from Rutherglen, who will speak to us about the important work of the Missions
 
Response to the Psalm:
I will bless your name forever, my God and king.
 
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.
 
We pray for those who have died recently:
Winifred Scott, Mark Graham

We pray for the anniversaries of:
Canon Patrick Brannan, Canon Joseph Sweeney, Fr. Arthur J. Kilpatrick, Jim Cook, Lizanne Walker, Elizabeth Wilson,            Baby Patricia Reynolds, Jimmy Taylor, Marion Sheath Jack Boyle,William Hughes, William Bell.
 
Funeral Notices:
The Requiem Mass for Winifred Scott will be celebrated at 10:00am on Monday 6th July.
 
Weekly Offerings:
If you wish to set up standing order instead of using church envelopes or the plate collection, you can fill out a standing order form at the back of the church and return it to Fr John.
If you pay tax on your income please consider signing a Gif Aid Form. You do not lose any money but the church benefits from this. Alternatively, you can set up your donation online. Parish bank details available from Fr John.
You can also donate by scanning the QR code
 
Gift Aid 2025-26:
For the tax year 2025-26, the Parish generated £29,866.87 through Gift Aid which demonstrates the immense benefit such a system has for St John’s.
 
200 Club Relaunch — Latest News:
A warm welcome to the 20 parishioners who have joined the 200 Club since its recent relaunch – there are now 110 members. But there are still plenty of spaces and numbers available! Please consider supporting the restoration fund, while having the chance to win up to £100 in the monthly draw. Contact Karen McPhee on: 07923 564434 and she will allocate you a number. This number is ESSENTIAL when setting up your monthly payment, to ensure that it goes to the 200 Club Account and that you are included in the draw. Payment is by Standing Order, £5 per month, and should be made on the 18th of the month. The draw will take place at the end of the month and the winners will be published in the bulletin. Prizes can be collected from the sacristy. After three weeks any unclaimed prizes will be added to the Restoration Fund.
Bank Details: Royal Bank of Scotland A/C Name —- St John’s RC Church Sort Code —- 834600 A/C Number — 00128065
 
Here are the winners for June 200 Club Draw:
1st £100 no 88.  Senga Capaldi
2nd £50 no 85 Mrs Geraldine Garry
3rd £30 no 7 Peter Strain
4th £20 no 146 J&M Trainor
5th £20 no 48 Kevin Foley
 
I’m delighted that we have got 29 new members so far and 2 of them are winners this month
 
Piety Stall, Summer Closure:
The Piety stall will be closed for the summer. The last date will be Sunday 5th July. It will reopen again on Sunday 23rd August. If anyone needs an item over this period, ask Mary Hallan at Mass.
 
Relics of Saint Gerard Majella (Saturday 18th July): 
The Redemptorists around the world are celebrating the 300th anniversary of the birth of Saint Gerard Majella, an Italian lay-brother popularly invoked as The Mother's Saint. As part of this his relics will be visiting the heart of Edinburgh: Saint Patrick's Church, which was once home to a Redemptorist Community. It will take place on Saturday 18th July, with the entrance of the relics at 10am, time for personal prayer, and a Mass at 12:30pm. Father Royston Price CSsR is organizing the event and can be contacted for more details at [email protected].
 
Action of Barrhead Churches (ABC) Picnic in the Park (Sunday 19th July):
The Action of Barrhead Churches (ABC) is pleased to announce that it has organised a picnic in the Cowan Park on Sunday 19th July from 1:00pm-3:00pm. Please bring your own food, games and pray for sunshine!
 
SCIAF are encouraging parishes across the Diocese to sign up for this year’s SCIAF Shield. Their annual 5-a-side football tournament held in Shawlands takes place on 1st August. Parishes from across Scotland will be represented and take part in a day focusing on faith, football and fundraising. For more information and to sign up please visit www.sciaf.org.uk/sciafshield or e-mail their Community Engagement Officer at [email protected] with any questions. All funds raised will go to SCIAF’s Emergency Hunger Appeal supporting communities in Africa.
 
Kiltwalk / Paisley 10K (Sunday 16th August):
Anwar Rafiq and Councillor Chris Lunday have very generously offered to raise money for the restoration of our beautiful church.  Anwar is doing the Dundee Kiltwalk on 16th Aug and on the same day, Cllr Lunday will be pounding the streets of Paisley doing the 10k!  Please lend them your support and help them reach their target of £1,000 each!  And please share with all your family and friends!  Let’s smash their target!
Anwar - https://www.justgiving.com/page/st-john-the-evangelist-barrhead-2?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL
Cllr Lunday - https://www.justgiving.com/page/st-john-the-evangelist-barrhead-3?utm_medium=FA&utm_source=CL
 
Free Will & Grace (Friday 28th – Monday 31st August):
Join us for a theological and philosophical deep dive on one of the great themes of the Christian Faith: human freedom and Divine grace. With lectures and workshops building on St Thomas Aquinas' writings, the course will also explore questions of conscience and the problem of evil. This year's guest speaker will be Rev. Dr Simon Gaine, OP. https://christianheritagecentre.com/events/free-will-grace-course/
 
March for Life UK 2026 Friday 4th September – Saturday 5th September: With Bishop Keenan
. Departing midnight Friday 4th September from Paisley St Mirin's Cathedral, with a pickup 12:30am at Glasgow St. Andrew's Cathedral. Arriving in London at Emmanuel Centre approx. 7:30/8:00am Saturday 5th September for the Exhibition, Mass, talks and stall. Departing on Saturday 5th September at approx. 6:00pm, dropping off at Glasgow and Paisley. £30pp. For further details, visit https://rcdop.org.uk/marchforlife2026
 
Safeguarding Induction Training:
If you are a new volunteer, or one who has attended Part 1 but yet to complete Part 2 training, 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: 01418476138 or [email protected]
 
Date
Venue

Tuesday 25 August 2026, 7pm
Diocesan Centre Paisley

Saturday 19 Sept 2026, 10.30am
Saint Mary’s Greenock

Tuesday 6 October 2026, 7pm
Saint Joseph’s  Clarkston

Saturday 14 Nov 2026, 10.30am
Diocesan Centre, Paisley

 
World Youth Day 2027: The Holy Father is inviting young people from around the world to Seoul in South Korea, in August 2027. The Diocese of Paisley is responding to Pope Leo’s invitation. Will you be aged 19-35 in Summer 2027? Do you want to know more? Register your interest now at www.rebrand.ly/DPY-WYD-2027. Email Father Ryan at [email protected] for enquiries or link with this QR Code:  

 

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St John the Evangelist Parish
Aurs Rd., Barrhead, G78 2RW.
 
Saint Peter and Saint Paul, Apostles.
 
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​.
 
Adoration:
Before  Mass with Benediction 09:00am-09:45am. Aso after Mass:  Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 10:30am-1:00pm.
 
Eucharistic Adoration, Summer Schedule:
There is a sign-up sheet in the porch for Adoration volunteers during the summer period.
 
Last Week’s Collections:
First Collection GA: £358.00 NGA: £1,003.15
Pro-Life GA: £5.00
 
The Second Collection this week is in aid of Peter’s Pence.
As every year, every offering – large or small – will support the Holy Father in his ministry and in his charitable activities in response to emergencies and needs around the world. Let’s help the Pope in his mission.
 
Response to the Psalm:
I will sing for ever of your mercies, O Lord.
 
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.
 
We pray for those who have died recently:
Frances Keenan, Darren Lochlan, Margaret McLachlan and Winifred Scott.

We pray for the anniversaries of:
Canon Bernard Canning, Fr. Edward G. Costello, Canon James Troy, Brian Brady, Paul McKeown, Elizabeth Wilson and for the 6 month’s mind of Jim McGauley and for the 12 month’s mind of Kathleen Friel.
 
Funeral Notices:
The Requiem Mass for Margaret McLachlan will be celebrated at 10:00am on Tuesday 30th June and the Requiem Mass for Winifred Scott will be celebrated at 10:00am on Monday 6th July.
 
Weekly Offerings:
If you wish to set up standing order instead of using church envelopes or the plate collection, you can fill out a standing order form at the back of the church and return it to Fr John.
If you pay tax on your income please consider signing a Gif Aid Form. You do not lose any money but the church benefits from this. Alternatively, you can set up your donation online. Parish bank details available from Fr John.
You can also donate by scanning the QR code
 
Gift Aid 2025-26:
For the tax year 2025-26, the Parish generated £29,866.87 through Gift Aid which demonstrates the immense benefit such a system has for St John’s.
 
200 Club Relaunch — Latest News:
A warm welcome to the 20 parishioners who have joined the 200 Club since its recent relaunch – there are now 110 members. But there are still plenty of spaces and numbers available! Please consider supporting the restoration fund, while having the chance to win up to £100 in the monthly draw. Contact Karen McPhee on: 07923 564434 and she will allocate you a number. This number is ESSENTIAL when setting up your monthly payment, to ensure that it goes to the 200 Club Account and that you are included in the draw. Payment is by Standing Order, £5 per month, and should be made on the 18th of the month. The draw will take place at the end of the month and the winners will be published in the bulletin. Prizes can be collected from the sacristy. After three weeks any unclaimed prizes will be added to the Restoration Fund.
Bank Details: Royal Bank of Scotland A/C Name —- St John’s RC Church Sort Code —- 834600 A/C Number — 00128065
 
Piety Stall, Summer Closure:
The Piety stall will be closed for the summer. The last date will be Sunday 5th July. It will reopen again on Sunday 23rd August. If anyone needs an item over this period, ask Mary Hallan at Mass.
​
The Men of Saint Joseph (Thursday 2nd July): 
The Men of Saint Joseph wish to invite all men over the age of 18 to join them for monthly fellowship meetings, including the rosary and lectio divina. “As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another.” - Proverbs 27:17. Meetings are held on the 1st Thursday of each month. The next meeting is on Thursday 2nd July from 7:30pm to 9:00pm, in the Ogilvie Centre, to the left of Saint Aloysius church, 25 Rose Street, Glasgow, G3 6RE. Contact: [email protected].
 
Relics of Saint Gerard Majella (Saturday 18th July): 
The Redemptorists around the world are celebrating the 300th anniversary of the birth of Saint Gerard Majella, an Italian lay-brother popularly invoked as The Mother's Saint. As part of this his relics will be visiting the heart of Edinburgh: Saint Patrick's Church, which was once home to a Redemptorist Community. It will take place on Saturday 18th July, with the entrance of the relics at 10am, time for personal prayer, and a Mass at 12:30pm. Father Royston Price CSsR is organizing the event and can be contacted for more details at [email protected].
 
Action of Barrhead Churches (ABC) Picnic in the Park (Sunday 19th July):
The Action of Barrhead Churches (ABC) is pleased to announce that it has organised a picnic in the Cowan Park on Sunday 19th July from 1:00pm-3:00pm. Please bring your own food, games and pray for sunshine!
 
SCIAF Shield 5-a-side football tournament (Saturday 1st August): 
SCIAF are encouraging parishes across the Diocese to sign up for this year’s SCIAF Shield. Their annual 5-a-side football tournament held in Shawlands takes place on 1st August. Parishes from across Scotland will be represented and take part in a day focusing on faith, football and fundraising. For more information and to sign up please visit www.sciaf.org.uk/sciafshield or e-mail their Community Engagement Officer at [email protected] with any questions. All funds raised will go to SCIAF’s Emergency Hunger Appeal supporting communities in Africa.
 
Kiltwalk / Paisley 10K (Sunday 16th August):
Anwar Rafiq and Councillor Chris Lunday have very generously offered to raise money for the restoration of our beautiful church.  Anwar is doing the Dundee Kiltwalk on 16th Aug and on the same day, Cllr Lunday will be pounding the streets of Paisley doing the 10k!  Please lend them your support and help them reach their target of £1,000 each!  And please share with all your family and friends!  Let’s smash their target!
Anwar - https://www.justgiving.com/page/st-john-the-evangelist-barrhead-2?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL
Cllr Lunday - https://www.justgiving.com/page/st-john-the-evangelist-barrhead-3?utm_medium=FA&utm_source=CL
Free Will & Grace (Friday 28th – Monday 31st August):
Join us for a theological and philosophical deep dive on one of the great themes of the Christian Faith: human freedom and Divine grace. With lectures and workshops building on St Thomas Aquinas' writings, the course will also explore questions of conscience and the problem of evil. This year's guest speaker will be Rev. Dr Simon Gaine, OP. https://christianheritagecentre.com/events/free-will-grace-course/
 
March for Life UK 2026 (Friday 4th September – Saturday 5th September): 
In partnership with the SPUC, you are invited to join Bishop John Keenan on his coach to London for March for Life UK 2026. Departing midnight Friday 4th September from Paisley St Mirin's Cathedral, with a pickup 12:30am at Glasgow St. Andrew's Cathedral. Arriving in London at Emmanuel Centre approx. 7:30/8:00am Saturday 5th September for the Exhibition, Mass, talks and stall. Departing on Saturday 5th September at approx. 6:00pm, dropping off at Glasgow and Paisley. £30pp. For further details, visit https://rcdop.org.uk/marchforlife2026
 
Safeguarding Induction Training:
If you are a new volunteer, or one who has attended Part 1 but yet to complete Part 2 training, 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: 01418476138 or [email protected]
 
Date
Venue

Tuesday 25 August 2026, 7pm
Diocesan Centre Paisley

Saturday 19 September 2026, 10.30am
Saint Mary’s Church Hall, Greenock

Tuesday 6 October 2026, 7pm
Saint Joseph’s Church Hall, Clarkston

Saturday 14 November 2026, 10.30am
Diocesan Centre, Paisley

 
Justice and Peace Scotland Newsletter: 
The June-August 2026 issue is out now. This features an introduction to Pope Leo’s first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas as well as regular news and updates from around the J&PS network, upcoming events, and campaign actions to support. Available at www.justiceandpeacescotland.org.uk.
 
World Youth Day 2027: 
The Holy Father is inviting young people from around the world to Seoul in South Korea, in August 2027. The Diocese of Paisley is responding to Pope Leo’s invitation. Will you be aged 19-35 in Summer 2027? Do you want to know more? Register your interest now at www.rebrand.ly/DPY-WYD-2027. Email Father Ryan at [email protected] with enquiries.
 

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             St John the Evangelist Parish
                    Aurs Rd., Barrhead, G78 2RW.
 
Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday 21st June 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​.
 
Adoration:
Before  Mass with Benediction 09:00am-09:45am. Aso after Mass:  Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 10:30am-1:00pm.
 
Last Week’s Collections:
First Collection GA: £419.00 NGA: £908.57
Building Fund GA: £90.00
Pro-Life GA: £540.50 NGA: £653.18
 
Response to the Psalm:
In your great mercy, answer me, O Lord.
 
 
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.
 
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.
 
 
We pray for those who have died recently:
Frances Keenan, Margaret McLachlan and Winifred Scott.


We pray for the anniversaries of:
Fr. Neil Duffin, Fr. William Hayes, Fr. Alexander McCluskey
Margaret Bisland, Mark and Irene Clougherty, Joseph (Joe) Gribbon, Freda Hanlon, Eddie and Irene McGuire, Iain McKenna, Maria Minnery and Patricia Sweeney.
 
Funeral Notices:
The Requiem Mass for Margaret McLachlan will be celebrated at 10:00am on Tuesday 30th June and the Requiem Mass for Winifred Scott will be celebrated at 10:00am on Monday 6th  July.
 
Weekly Offerings:
If you wish to set up standing order instead of using church envelopes or the plate collection, you can fill out a standing order form at the back of the church and return it to Fr John.
If you pay tax on your income please consider signing a Gif Aid Form. You do not lose any money but the church benefits from this (this year Gift Aid income realised over £25,000). Alternatively, you can set up your donation online. Parish bank details available from Fr John.
You can also donate by scanning the QR code
 

200 Club Relaunch — Latest News:
A warm welcome to the 20 parishioners who have joined the 200 Club since its recent relaunch – there are now 110 members. But there are still plenty of spaces and numbers available! Please consider supporting the restoration fund, while having the chance to win up to £100 in the monthly draw. Contact Karen McPhee on: 07923 564434 and she will allocate you a number. This number is ESSENTIAL when setting up your monthly payment, to ensure that it goes to the 200 Club Account and that you are included in the draw. Payment is by Standing Order, £5 per month, and should be made on the 18th of the month. The draw will take place at the end of the month and the winners will be published in the bulletin. Prizes can be collected from the sacristy. After three weeks any unclaimed prizes will be added to the Restoration Fund.
Bank Details: Royal Bank of Scotland A/C Name —- St John’s RC Church Sort Code —- 834600 A/C Number — 00128065
 
Piety Stall, Summer Closure:
The Piety stall will be closed for the summer. The last date will be Sunday 5th July. It will reopen again on Sunday 23rd August. If anyone needs an item over this period, ask Mary Hallan at Mass.
 
 
 
 
 
Divine Mercy Mass and Devotions (Wednesday 24th June): 
The Friends of Divine Mercy Scotland are hosting their monthly Mass and Devotions on Wednesday 24th June at 7:00pm in Saint Mirin’s Cathedral, Paisley. Monsignor Joe Burke will be celebrating Holy Mass. All are welcome.
 
World Youth Day 2027: 
The Holy Father is inviting young people from around the world to Seoul in South Korea, in August 2027. The Diocese of Paisley is responding to Pope Leo’s invitation. Will you be aged 19-35 in Summer 2027? Do you want to know more? Register your interest now at www.rebrand.ly/DPY-WYD-2027. Email Father Ryan at [email protected] with enquiries.
 
A Night at the Movies (Friday 26th June):
Roll Up!! Roll Up!! Last Chance To Buy!! Come along to A Night at the Movies with the Barrhead Burgh Band this Friday, 26th June at 7:30pm in St. John’s Church Hall. Tickets cost £10, including tea/coffee and cake, with a half-time raffle. All proceeds go to the St. John’s Restoration Fund. There are still some tickets available, which will be on sale in the porch after all the weekend Masses. We would encourage anyone wishing to go to snap them up — when they’re gone, they’re gone!! OR contact Anna-Marie on: 0789740500 or Teresa on: 07896988096 to buy tickets, which can be collected at the door on Friday evening. As always, prizes for the raffle are gratefully received — many thanks to all those who have already donated items.
 
Canon Desmond Berry Golden Anniversary of Ordination (Friday 26th June):
This year Canon Desmond Berry celebrates 50 years since his ordination with Mass at 6 pm on Friday, 26th June in St Andrew's Church, Greenock.  All are most welcome. In addition, as part of the Golden Jubilee weekend, the parish of St Joseph & St Patrick's, Wemyss Bay are having an extended tearoom, from 11am until 1 pm on Sunday, 28th June to which everyone is invited. An opportunity to get together over tea and scones, to swap stories and mark this wonderful milestone for Father Berry.
 
The Men of Saint Joseph (Thursday 2nd July): 
The Men of Saint Joseph wish to invite all men over the age of 18 to join them for monthly fellowship meetings, including the rosary and lectio divina. “As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another.” - Proverbs 27:17. Meetings are held on the 1st Thursday of each month. The next meeting is on Thursday 2nd July from 7:30pm to 9:00pm, in the Ogilvie Centre, to the left of Saint Aloysius church, 25 Rose Street, Glasgow, G3 6RE. Contact: [email protected].
 
 
Relics of Saint Gerard Majella (Saturday 18th July): 
The Redemptorists around the world are celebrating the 300th anniversary of the birth of Saint Gerard Majella, an Italian lay-brother popularly invoked as The Mother's Saint. As part of this his relics will be visiting the heart of Edinburgh: Saint Patrick's Church, which was once home to a Redemptorist Community. It will take place on Saturday 18th July, with the entrance of the relics at 10am, time for personal prayer, and a Mass at 12:30pm. Father Royston Price CSsR is organizing the event and can be contacted for more details at [email protected].
 
Kiltwalk / Paisley 10K (Sunday 16th August):
Anwar Rafiq and Councillor Chris Lunday have very generously offered to raise money for the restoration of our beautiful church.  Anwar is doing the Dundee Kiltwalk on 16th Aug and on the same day, Cllr Lunday will be pounding the streets of Paisley doing the 10k!  Please lend them your support and help them reach their target of £1,000 each!  And please share with all your family and friends!  Let’s smash their target!
Anwar - https://www.justgiving.com/page/st-john-the-evangelist-barrhead-2?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL
Cllr Lunday - https://www.justgiving.com/page/st-john-the-evangelist-barrhead-3?utm_medium=FA&utm_source=CL
 
Free Will & Grace (Friday 28th – Monday 31st August):
Join us for a theological and philosophical deep dive on one of the great themes of the Christian Faith: human freedom and Divine grace. With lectures and workshops building on St Thomas Aquinas' writings, the course will also explore questions of conscience and the problem of evil. This year's guest speaker will be Rev. Dr Simon Gaine, OP. https://christianheritagecentre.com/events/free-will-grace-course/
 
March for Life UK 2026 (Friday 4th September – Saturday 5th September): 
In partnership with the SPUC, you are invited to join Bishop John Keenan on his coach to London for March for Life UK 2026. Departing midnight Friday 4th September from Paisley St Mirin's Cathedral, with a pickup 12:30am at Glasgow St. Andrew's Cathedral. Arriving in London at Emmanuel Centre approx. 7:30/8:00am Saturday 5th September for the Exhibition, Mass, talks and stall. Departing on Saturday 5th September at approx. 6:00pm, dropping off at Glasgow and Paisley. £30pp. For further details, visit https://rcdop.org.uk/marchforlife2026
 

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St John the Evangelist Parish
Aurs Rd., Barrhead, G78 2RW.
 
Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday 14th June 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​.
 
Adoration:
Before  Mass with Benediction 09:00am-09:45am. Aso after Mass:  Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 10:30am-1:00pm.
 
Last Week’s Collections:
First Collection GA: £305.00 NGA: £849.35
Building Fund GA: £915.60 NGA: £651.00
 
The Second Collection this week is in aid of the Day for Life (Pro-Life).
 
Response to the Psalm:
We are his people, the sheep of his flock.
 
 
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.
 
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.
 
We pray for those who have died recently:
Barbara Monsen.
 
We pray for the anniversaries of:
Fr. Thomas B. O’Connor, Vincent Costello, Mary Lawson, Patrick Maguire, Peter Monaghan, John Mooney, Peter Mullen and Anna Sinclair.
 
Weekly Offerings:
If you wish to set up standing order instead of using church envelopes or the plate collection, you can fill out a standing order form at the back of the church and return it to Fr John.
If you pay tax on your income please consider signing a Gift  Aid Form. You do not lose any money but the church benefits from this (this year Gift Aid income realised over £25,000). Alternatively, you can set up your donation online. Parish bank details available from Fr John.
You can also donate by scanning the QR code
 

200 Club Relaunch — Latest News:
A warm welcome to the 20 parishioners who have joined the 200 Club since its recent relaunch – there are now 110 members. But there are still plenty of spaces and numbers available! Please consider supporting the restoration fund, while having the chance to win up to £100 in the monthly draw. Contact Karen McPhee on: 07923 564434 and she will allocate you a number. This number is ESSENTIAL when setting up your monthly payment, to ensure that it goes to the 200 Club Account and that you are included in the draw. Payment is by Standing Order, £5 per month, and should be made on the 18th of the month. The draw will take place at the end of the month and the winners will be published in the bulletin. Prizes can be collected from the sacristy. After three weeks any unclaimed prizes will be added to the Restoration Fund.
Bank Details: Royal Bank of Scotland A/C Name —- St John’s RC Church Sort Code —- 834600 A/C Number — 00128065
 
A Great Day at the St John’s Cup:
The weather was kind; support was fantastic and £1000 was raised for the Restoration Fund. Congratulations to Michael Gribben, a worthy winner.
A special mention to Mark and Julie Carlton for all the hard work they put into making it a fantastic Parish event.
 
St Thomas’s Afternoon Tea – Thank You:
A huge thank you to all who attended, gave donations of money, prizes, home baking and support for the Afternoon Tea held in St Thomas' Church Hall last Sunday in aid of SCAA.
The final total is £2,654 - a fantastic help towards saving lives throughout Scotland.
 
 
 
 
Monthly pro-life Mass (Wednesday 17th June): 
The monthly Pro-Life Mass falls on Wednesday, 17th June at 7.30pm at Holy Cross, 113 Dixon Ave, G42 8ER. This day also marks the 25th anniversary of Cardinal Winning’s death, so please join us in prayer and thanksgiving for his legacy. Adoration begins as usual at 6.15pm and there be a celebration in the hall afterwards – all welcome. The celebrant will be Fr Allan Cameron.
 
Children’s Rosary (Friday 19th June):
The final session of the group will be on Friday 19th June. There will not be a meeting on Friday 12th June. 
The group have been invited to a BBQ with St Cadoc’s children’s Rosary Group on Friday 19th June at 6:00pm. All past and present children are invited. If you wish to attend contact Lesley Ward on: 07910266821.
 
Heart to Heart (Friday 19th – Sunday 22nd June):
A three-day retreat for women in any state of life, based on principles of Ignatian spirituality. Guided by Fr Bernard Murphy, CFR and Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal, the retreat will seek to draw participants closer to the Lord through a greater attentiveness to His will. 
 https://christianheritagecentre.com/events/heart-to-heart-retreat/
 
A Night at the Movies (Friday 26th June):
St John’s Fundraising Committee invites you to an evening of movie music magic with the Barrhead Burgh Band on 26 June at St John’s Church Hall, Aurs Road, Barrhead. Doors open at 7:30 pm - tickets are £10, including tea or coffee, with a half‑time raffle and all proceeds supporting the St John’s Restoration Fund. For tickets, contact Anna Marie 07897405000 or Teresa 07896988096.
 
Raffle Prizes - As we strike up the fun with our Movie Music Magic Concert on 26th June, we’re also tuning up our raffle prize bank!
We’re looking for lovely prize donations—anything from vouchers and chocolates to bottles and gift sets. Every item adds a little extra sparkle to our events.
Thank you for helping us hit all the right notes!  These can be handed into the sacristy after any weekend Mass.
 
Canon Desmond Berry Golden Anniversary of Ordination (Friday 26th June):
This year Canon Desmond Berry celebrates 50 years since his ordination with Mass at 6 pm on Friday, 26th June in St Andrew's Church, Greenock.  All are most welcome. In addition, as part of the Golden Jubilee weekend, the parish of St Joseph & St Patrick's, Wemyss Bay are having an extended tearoom, from 11am until 1 pm on Sunday, 28th June to which everyone is invited. An opportunity to get together over tea and scones, to swap stories and mark this wonderful milestone for Father Berry.
Kiltwalk / Paisley 10K (Sunday 16th August):
Anwar Rafiq and Councillor Chris Lunday have very generously offered to raise money for the restoration of our beautiful church.  Anwar is doing the Dundee Kiltwalk on 16th Aug and on the same day, Cllr Lunday will be pounding the streets of Paisley doing the 10k!  Please lend them your support and help them reach their target of £1,000 each!  And please share with all your family and friends!  Let’s smash their target!
Anwar - https://www.justgiving.com/page/st-john-the-evangelist-barrhead-2?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL
Cllr Lunday - https://www.justgiving.com/page/st-john-the-evangelist-barrhead-3?utm_medium=FA&utm_source=CL
 
Free Will & Grace (Friday 28th – Monday 31st August):
Join us for a theological and philosophical deep dive on one of the great themes of the Christian Faith: human freedom and Divine grace. With lectures and workshops building on St Thomas Aquinas' writings, the course will also explore questions of conscience and the problem of evil. This year's guest speaker will be Rev. Dr Simon Gaine, OP. https://christianheritagecentre.com/events/free-will-grace-course/
 
March for Life UK 2026 (Friday 4th September – Saturday 5th September): 
In partnership with the SPUC, you are invited to join Bishop John Keenan on his coach to London for March for Life UK 2026. Departing midnight Friday 4th September from Paisley St Mirin's Cathedral, with a pickup 12:30am at Glasgow St. Andrew's Cathedral. Arriving in London at Emmanuel Centre approx. 7:30/8:00am Saturday 5th September for the Exhibition, Mass, talks and stall. Departing on Saturday 5th September at approx. 6:00pm, dropping off at Glasgow and Paisley. £30pp. For further details, visit https://rcdop.org.uk/marchforlife2026
 
St Mary’s Parish Paisley, 150th Anniversary (Saturday 12th December): 
St Mary’s celebrates its 150th anniversary this year. A special Mass to mark this occasion will take place on Saturday, 12 December at 6:00pm if you want to save the date.
 
Congratulations to Monsignor Burke from Bishop John: 
I am sure you will join me in offering our congratulations, prayers and best wishes to Father Joe Burke on being honoured with the title and office of Chaplain to His Holiness.  We are delighted that the Holy Father has chosen to recognise Monsignor Burke in this way, and in recognition of his many years of faithful service as a parish priest and as an officer of the diocesan Curia, first as Diocesan Treasurer and now as Vicar General.  It is an honour well merited on account of Mgr. Joe’s faith and lifetime of commitment to the Church and the people of the diocese.
 

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             St John the Evangelist Parish
                    Aurs Rd., Barrhead, G78 2RW.
 
The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity
Sunday 31st May 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​.
 
Adoration:
Before  Mass with Benediction 09:00am-09:45am. Aso after Mass:  Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 10:30am-1:00pm.
 
Last Week’s Collections:
First Collection GA: £265.30 NGA: £849.61
Communications GA: £40.00
Vocations GA: £30.00
 
Response to the Psalm:
To be praised and highly exalted for ever!
 
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.
 
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.
 
We pray for those who have died recently:
Margaret (McCready) Duchesne, William Graham, Rita (Quinn) Herd, Brian McGettigan, Paul Welsh, Paul Wyber.
 
We pray for the anniversaries of:
Mons. James Canon Cunningham, Canon John Haran, Fr. Patrick Woods, Esther Bell, Catherine Boyle, Caji De Souza, Mary Durham, William Breslin Geddes, Margaret Lindsay, Kathleen Maguire, Tommy McCafferty, Archie McGinty, Geraldine McGinty, Dr Frances Nicholson, Fiona O’Brien and for the 12 month’s mind of Betty Cunningham.
 
Funerals Notices:
The Requiem Mass for Brian McGettigan will be celebrated at 10:00am on Tuesday 2nd June.
 
Weekly Offerings:
If you wish to set up standing order instead of using church envelopes or the plate collection, you can fill out a standing order form at the back of the church and return it to Fr John.
If you pay tax on your income please consider signing a Gif Aid Form. You do not lose any money but the church benefits from this (this year Gift Aid income realised over £25,000). Alternatively, you can set up your donation online. Parish bank details available from Fr John.
You can also donate by scanning the QR code
 

Missing envelopes from your Gift Aid envelope box:
Some envelopes appeared to have been missing but they are in fact not missing. Rather, they have been included in the wrong months meaning you cannot see them until a later month!  If you could please rearrange the order in your envelope box, you will find that they are all available for the second collections. Many thanks. We apologise for any inconvenience. Fr John.
 
200 Club Relaunch — Latest News:
How would you like to have the chance of winning up to £100 every month, and be supporting the Church restoration at the same time? Well, now you can! Simply contact Karen MacPhee on 07923 564434 and she will allocate you a number for the monthly draw. This number is ESSENTIAL when setting up your monthly payment, to ensure it goes to the club account and you are included in the draw. Payment is by Standing Order, £5 per month, and should be made on the 18th of the month. The draw will be made at the end of the month, and the winners published in the bulletin.
Bank details: Royal Bank of Scotland:   
A/c name — St John's RC church:    
Sort Code – 834600.  
A/c no -- 00128065.
This is an easy and effective way to help the church Restoration with the added bonus of possibly winning one of FIVE cash prizes every month.
 
Winners for May 200 Club Draw:
1st (no 20) £100 Ian Ross Jr.
2nd (no 22) £50 Noreen Young
3rd (no 45) £30 Maureen McCready
4th (no 140) Mark Temple
5th (no 72) W. Travers
 
Coffee Morning in St Luke’s High School (Wednesday 3rd June):
St Luke’s High School are looking for volunteers from the parish to participate in shared reading and discussion with S1 learners alongside a tea / coffee and some baked goods from 10:45-11:30am on Wednesday 3rd June. There is space for up to 15 parishioners who will be collected after 10:00am Mass and dropped back off at the church building. Please consider helping out our high school and growing the relationships between parish and schools. To volunteer please contact Claire McPherson at 01415772400 or [email protected]
 
St John's Golf Cup (Friday 5th June):
Tee times for this parish event can now be seen on St. John's Facebook page and parish website, and there will be a list at the back of the hall/church, once the list has been revised. Please check that your name is on the list. Some slots are still available — if you are interested, please contact Mark Carlton on 07885 753 536. Family and friends are warmly invited to the clubhouse afterwards. Family and friends are warmly invited to the clubhouse afterwards.
Raffle prizes would be greatly appreciated. Prizes can be given to Mark Carlton or handed to Mary Hallan in the Sacristy. Thank you for supporting our fundraising event.
 
Diocese of Paisley Young Adults Sponsored Walk (Sunday 7th June): 
Young people from across the Diocese of Paisley are raising funds for a pilgrimage to Paris in September 2026. They’re participating in a Sponsored Walk across the Greenock Cut on Sunday 7th June. The pilgrimage will allow the young people to visit shrines and landmarks across the French capital, and to celebrate Holy Masses in historic churches and basilicas. On pilgrimage, prayers will be offered for all benefactors. To support our young people, visit https://www.justgiving.com/page/dpy-paris-26. Thank you for your support!
 
Afternoon Charity Tea, St Thomas' Church Hall (Sunday 7th June):
From 1:00pm 3:30pm In aid of SCAA (Scottish Charity Air Ambulance). Tickets £10 and will be available from Margaret on:  07884437482.
Heart to Heart 19th – 22nd June):
A three-day retreat for women in any state of life, based on principles of Ignatian spirituality. Guided by Fr Bernard Murphy, CFR and Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal, the retreat will seek to draw participants closer to the Lord through a greater attentiveness to His will. 
 https://christianheritagecentre.com/events/heart-to-heart-retreat/
 
A Night at the Movies (Friday 26th June):
St John’s Fundraising Committee invites you to an evening of movie music magic with the Barrhead Burgh Band on 26 June at St John’s Church Hall, Aurs Road, Barrhead. Doors open at 7:30 pm - tickets are £10, including tea or coffee, with a half‑time raffle and all proceeds supporting the St John’s Restoration Fund. For tickets, contact Anna Marie 07897405000 or Teresa 07896988096.
 
St Mary’s Parish Paisley, 150th Anniversary (Saturday 12th December): 
St Mary’s celebrates its 150th anniversary this year. A special Mass to mark this occasion will take place on Saturday, 12 December at 6:00pm if you want to save the date.
 
Safeguarding Induction Training – 2026:
If you are a new volunteer, or one who has attended Part 1 but yet to complete Part 2 training, 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]
Date
Venue

Tuesday 9 June 2026, 7pm
Diocesan Centre Paisley

Tuesday 25 August 2026, 7pm
Diocesan Centre Paisley

Saturday 19 September 2026, 10.30am
St Mary’s Church Hall, Greenock

Tuesday 6 October 2026, 7pm
St Joseph’s Church Hall, Clarkston

Saturday 14 November 2026, 10.30am
Diocesan Centre, Paisley

 
SPUC Jobs:
The SPUC are now hiring for the following vacancies. Please see website for more details.
Scottish Parliamentary Officer
Major Gifts Officer
Development Officer (for South-East England & the Midlands)
Development Officer (for the North of England)
 
 

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St John the Evangelist Parish
Aurs Rd., Barrhead, G78 2RW.
 
Sixth Sunday of Easter
Sunday 10th May 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​.
 
Adoration:
Before  Mass with Benediction 09:00am-09:45am. Aso after Mass:  Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 10:30am-1:00pm.
 
Last Week’s Collections:
First Collection GA: £276.00 NGA: £933.77
Building Fund GA: £853.11 NGA: £529.41
 
The Second Collection next week is in aid of Communications.
 
Response to the Psalm:
Cry out with joy to God, all the earth.
 
Sacred Heart Companions Prayer Group  Tuesday 12th May:
The prayer Group will meet in the Tearoom on Tuesday 12th May from 1:00pm to 2:00pm.
 
Congratulations to the Primary 4 Children of St John’s PS who
celebrated their First Holy Communion this weekend.
Many thanks to their families and teachers for preparing them so well. A special thanks to all who made the hall look so beautiful, including Michelle  for the flowers and the St John’s PTA for setting up the hall seating arrangement. Many thanks to all who cleaned and prepared the hall, We look forward to St Mark’s PS communions next Saturday.
 
We pray for those who have died recently:
James Fleming, Eileen McBride and Margaret Tervit.
 
We pray for the anniversaries of:
Fr. John Boyle, Fr. Andrew Coleman, Fr. Felix Connolly, Fr. John Fitzsimmons, Fr. Vincent E. Grace, Canon Edward C. Kavanagh, Deacon Paul Rogers, Anna and Freddie Logue, Alice McGuire, John McGuire, Danny McQuade and for the 12 month’s mind of Eddie Hannigan.
 
Funerals Notices:
The Requiem Mass for Margaret Tervit will be celebrated at 10;00am on Friday 15th May and the Requiem Mass for Eileen McBride will be celebrated at 10:00am on Tuesday 19th May May.
 
Weekly Offerings:
If you wish to set up standing order instead of using church envelopes or the plate collection, you can fill out a standing order form at the back of the church and return it to Fr John.
If you pay tax on your income please consider signing a Gift Aid Form. You do not lose any money but the church benefits from this (this year Gift Aid income realised over £25,000). Alternatively, you can set up your donation online. Parish bank details available from Fr John.
You can also donate by scanning the QR code
 
 
 
 
 
ASCENSION THURSDAY MASS TIMES ACROSS THE DIOCESE:
Ascension Thursday IS A Holy Day of Obligation. Mass times can be found on the diocesan website at rcdop.org.uk/ascension. You can search by parish, by time, by location, or download a spreadsheet will all the schedule information.
 
Ascension Thursday Mass Times in St John’s are as follows:
Wednesday 13th May: 7pm (Vigil).
Thursday 14th May: 8am, 10am.
 
Piety Stall:
The Piety stall offers a wide variety of prayer books and religious objects. The stall will be open AFTER  the weekend Masses. Volunteers are needed, especially for Sunday 5:00pm Mass. Please contact Alison on: 07954693485
 
Parish Office:
Mass cards, forms, certificates, etc. can only be collected AFTER Mass from the Parish Office which is situated in the room off the foyer of the hall . If you need to see the priest after Mass, he will be available in the Parish Office in the back of the Hall after Mass. The parish office is also used for Confessions before weekday Mass and at the weekends, with green seats outside for those waiting for confession.  Anniversaries can still be handed in at the church house post box. Thanks
 
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.
 
200 Club Relaunch — Latest News:
How would you like to have the chance of winning up to £100 every month, and be supporting the Church restoration at the same time? Well, now you can! Simply contact Karen MacPhee on 07923 564434 and she will allocate you a number for the monthly draw. This number is ESSENTIAL when setting up your monthly payment, to ensure it goes to the club account and you are included in the draw. Payment is by Standing Order, £5 per month, and should be made on the 18th of the month. The draw will be made at the end of the month, and the winners published in the bulletin.
Bank details: Royal Bank of Scotland:   
A/c name — St John's RC church;     
Sort Code – 834600.  
A/c no -- 00128065.
This is an easy and effective way to help the church Restoration with the added bonus of possibly winning one of FIVE cash prizes every month.
 
SPUC Newton Mearns Wednesday 13th May:
The Society for the Protection of Unborn Children (SPUC) will be holding a launch event for the Newton Mearns Branch on Wednesday 13th May 2026 from 7:00-8:00pm in St Cadoc’s Hall (24 Fruin Avenue, G77 6HA). Come along to find out more and see how you can get involved in standing up for the most vulnerable in our society. All are welcome!
 
St John’s Primary Spring Fayre Saturday 16th May:
Please join us at St John’s Primary School for our Spring Fayre on Saturday 16th May, 12–3pm. Entry is free, with lots of fun for all ages including inflatables, games, stalls, food, and a visit from a local fire engine.
Come along and enjoy a relaxed afternoon with family and friends as we celebrate our school community.
 
A Family Day with Mary  Sunday 17th May:
Bishop John warmly invite you to join families throughout the Diocese for an afternoon of celebration and fun in honour of Mary our Mother! The day will begin at 2:00pm in St Francis of Assisi - Port Glasgow parish hall on Sunday, the 17th of May, and will include prayer, games, activities for children, and refreshments for all. We will conclude with Holy Mass at 4:00pm, celebrated by Bishop John.
The focus of this Family Day will be Our Lady of Fatima. Catechesis for children & families Home baking and refreshments Holy Rosary Holy Mass Young Adults Camino Fundraiser Wednesday 20th May:
Fr Joe McGill will be doing a sponsored climb of Ben Lomond on Wednesday 20th May to raise funds for the Diocesan Young Adults Camino this summer. More details can be found here:
https://www.justgiving.com/page/paisleycamino 
 
P4-P7 Pentecost Retreat Day (Sunday 24th May):
P4-P7 Pentecost Retreat Day: The Diocesan Youth Commission invites children in P4-P7 to a Retreat Day on Sunday 24th May from 1:45pm-5:00pm. The theme is "Our Friends, the Saints: The Children of Mary." The Retreat takes place in St James's church and hall on Greenock Road in Paisley (PA3 2LD). It will include Holy Mass. A light dinner will be provided. Registration is necessary: https://tinyurl.com/ps-pentecost26. 
Email Fr Ryan for more info: [email protected].
 
St Mark’s Primary School Summer Fayre (Friday 29th May):
St Mark’s Parent Partnership is kindly asking for support from our community as we prepare for our upcoming Summer Fayre on 29th May. We are currently seeking donations of raffle prizes to help make the event a success.
All funds raised will go directly towards supporting our P7 pupils on their residential trip—an important experience that promotes independence, confidence, and lasting memories.
We would be especially grateful if any individual or business would consider donating a bicycle as a top raffle prize, which would help us generate even greater interest and fundraising impact.
If you are able to contribute a prize of any kind, big or small, your generosity would be hugely appreciated. Thank you for your continued support of our school community. If you are able to assist in any way please contact Jennifer on 07871512345
 
Mass for Marriage Sunday 31st May:
Bishop John Keenan warmly invites all engaged and married couples, along with their families and friends, to St Mirin's Cathedral Paisley on Sunday the 31st May, The Solemnity of The Most Holy Trinity, to celebrate the gift of marriage! The celebration begins with Mass at 11am, followed by a reception in the Cathedral Hall. Please note children and family members are most welcome! The details of those celebrating any significant anniversaries this year can be emailed to Rebecca Harrison at the Marriage and Family Office [email protected]
 
St John's Golf Cup Friday 5th June:
Tee times for this parish event can now be seen on St. John's Facebook page and parish website, and there will be a list at the back of the hall/church, once the list has been revised. Please check that your name is on the list. Some slots are still available — if you are interested, please contact Mark Carlton on 07885 753 536. Family and friends are warmly invited to the clubhouse afterwards.
 

 

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