Second Collection this weekend: Monthly Building Fund.
Second Collection Next weekend: SPRED.
 
The Obligation to attend Sunday Mass and Holy Days
This will be reinstated on the First Sunday of Lent, 6th March 2022. There will, of course, be some people who do not have the confidence to return yet, but please encourage those who are fit and healthy, and confident, to return to Mass if they have not yet done so. The following measures should still remain in place:

• the sanitising of hands on entering and leaving churches;
• the wearing of face coverings;
• continued good ventilation.

Please do not attend Mass or Liturgies if they are carrying an infection or have any symptoms of Covid. Please be aware of those around about you, especially those who may be more vulnerable.

SYNOD 2023 – Responses
Pope Francis has invited All Catholics to express their dreams, ideas and concerns in preparation for the Synod of Bishops in 2023. The pope's invitation to discern a path forward for the church stems from his belief that the Holy Spirit inspires all members to be missionary disciples, sharing core Christian beliefs by going out to the world. The diocese wants to hear your views, and a consultation document with questions that may help direct your response can be found on www.rcdop.org.uk. All responses to Synod23@rcdop.org.uk before 8th April 2022. All responses will be acknowledged. The Parish Council will also discuss the Consultation Document.
 
Commonwealth Grave War Commission
This group are trying to find some more background and information for the names on the War Memorial Windows in St Thomas. Do any parishioners at St Thomas/St John's have any Neilston or Barrhead soldier’s pictures. If so, please contact Tony Carlin tony_carlin@btinternet.com so that he can build the stories of the soldiers who were lost.
 
January 100 Club Draw (St John's)
1st No 116 Ase Smith
2nd No 10 Margaret Cassidy
3rd No 49 Thomas Reilly
4th No 47 Margaret Docherty
5th No 4 Gerald Morrow
You can pick up your winnings from the Sacristy. You can see the poster with more details in porch.
 
The Joy of Love - Pope Francis on Love, Marriage and Family Life
Come and learn more about the beautiful vision of God's plan for human love, marriage and family life contained in Pope Francis' Apostolic Exhortation Amoris Laetitia. To participate in the special year devoted to this exhortation, a series of 5 evenings explaining and exploring this vision begins on Thursday 17th February in St. Mirin's Cathedral hall from 7:30pm. Specially recorded videos by Pope Francis will be followed by short presentations on the exhortation, along with opportunities for discussion and questions, and a chance to socialise over refreshments. The evening should finish around 9pm. Everyone interested is most welcome to any or all of these evenings. In order to manage social distancing and catering, please register at https://rcdop.org.uk/amoris-laetitia-evening-registration
 
We pray for those who have died recently, especially
Kathleen Brown, Harry Burns Snr, Winnie Doherty, Marie Ennis, Patrick O’Dowd, James Thomson, Margaret Henaghen;
and the 6 months' mind of
Patricia Campbell;
and for the Anniversaries of
Molly Ball, John Darroch, John Dickson,  Hiughie Duffy, Hannah Duggan, Mari-Loiuse Flannigan, Julia Ann Gillespie, Paul Goodwin, Jenny Hughes Hannigan, George Logue, Edward McCool, Kathleen McCool, Margaret McCool, Maureen McGrath, Bridget & William McGuire, Kathleen McHugh, Mary Hill, Rose Houston, David Reynolds, Patrick Reynolds, Jane Ronald, Robert Stewart, Martha Stirling, Pat Walker, Betty & Danny Williamson.

Clergy Anniversaries: Canon Thomas Jamieson (2003).

Sacred Heart Companions prayer Group
Meeting this Tuesday 8th February  in the Tea room from 1pm-2pm.

Second Collection next weekend
Monthly Building Fund
 
St John’s Sunday 5pm Mass
This Mass will start again next weekend.
 
Telephone number for St John’s & St Thomas
The new number for both Parishes 0141 881 0769
 
Year of Saint Joseph Afternoon for Families
Families are warmly invited to come together to mark the Year of St Joseph on Sunday 19th September from 2:00pm in St Mirin's Cathedral Hall. The event will include an opportunity to reflect in prayer as families in faith and join together for some light refreshments.  Bishop John will conclude the gathering with the celebration of Mass in the Cathedral at 4:00pm.
 
Think Vocation
“Accept and submit to the word which has been planted in you.” Does that “word” include a call to serve as a priest or in religious life? How will you respond? Speak to our diocesan Vocations Director, Fr. John Morrison – email: vocations@rcdop.org.uk or Tel 0141 8895056.
 
St Vincent de Paul Society (SSVP)
The SSVP of St John’s are asking for your help to identify anyone in need and who would benefit from support by visiting or by financial assistance. You can confidentially speak to one of the current members after Holy Mass or to Fr Joe/Fr Jonathan or call the dedicated mobile number 07486 462 480.
 
Lifting of Restrictions
Those with Smart Phones can scan the QR code with the phone camera on entry. Please continue on entry/exit to sanitise your hands and wear a face mask at all times.
 
Safeguarding Webinar Sat 2nd October (11am-1pm)
A key event, intended to help disseminate some important features of In GOD’s Image v2, Growing our Culture of Care.  To secure a place in this webinar, click on the link https://bit.ly/3gQRdPu. Following registration, you will be sent details of how to join the webinar.
 
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)
The group will start within the next few weeks, and anyone interested in enquiring about the Catholic Church should speak with Fr Joe/Fr Jonathan
 
Readers
Please if have not done so already inform Fr Jonathan of the Mass you read at previously.
 
Garden St John’s
If you can spare some time to help in the Parish Garden, see John Logue/Ian Ross.
 
Barrhead Food Bank
They are now looking for UHT Milk & Tin Vegetables. Thank you.
 
Funeral in St John’s
Patricia Mc Ginlay on Thursday 2nd September at 10am.
 
Please pray for those who have died recently especially
Rita Connelly, Jane Devenny, Patricia McGinlay, Mary McNocher;
and for the Anniversaries of
James Cannon, Eamon & John Delaney, Greta Doyle, Agnes Geddes, Katie Gillies, Maisie McCafferty, Laurence McGowan, Mary Noon, Jack Shaw, John De Souza.
 
Please hand in all notices and anniversaries for the Bulletin by 7pm on Thursdays

St John's Sunday 5pm Mass
This Mass will not continue until after Summertime.
 
Telephone number for St John's & St Thomas
This will remain as 0141 876 1553 for the next few weeks. It was meant to change but the old company did not release the line for last Tuesday. Details of the new changeover date and new number in the next few weeks.
 
Think Vocation
“The Almighty has done great things for me.” Mary praises God for his power at work in her life. Say “Yes” to God as she did: let God work in your life for the good of his people! Speak to our Diocesan Vocations Director, Fr. John Morrison email: vocations@rcdop.org.uk or Tel 01418895056
 
Lifting of Restrictions
No need to book for any Masses. However, we will for the time being continue with track & trace. Those with smartphones can scan the QR Code with the phone camera on entry and others can sign in manually. Please continue on entry/exit to sanitise your hands and wear a face mask.
 
The Year of St Joseph
Our fourth and fifth evenings will take place on Wednesday 25th August in St Mirin’s cathedral at 4:30pm and Thursday 26th August in St Mary’s Greenock at 4:30pm, to pray for everyone involved in Education commending them to St Joseph. Please use Eventbrite link to book your tickets. Alternatively call Angela to book a place on 01412373584
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/diocese-of-paisley-33712912941
 
The Annual Diocesan Pilgrimage to Carfin
This will take place on Sunday the 29th August. Holy Mass with the Anointing of the Sick at 3pm followed by the Rosary Procession at 5:30pm.
 
Nunraw Abbey Guests
The guesthouse will re-open on the 20th of August. To book call 01620 670096 between 10am-11:30am or 2:30pm-4:30pm or email guesthouse@nunrawabbey.com
 
Monthly Prolife Mass
The Mass will be in Holy Cross Parish, Dixon Ave, Glasgow, on Wed 18th August. Adoration from 6:15pm-7:15pm.
 
Weekday Masses in St John's & St Thomas from Thursday 19th August to Friday 27th August.
St John's:     Fri 20th, Sat 21st, Tues 24th, Wed 25th, Fri 27th at 10am.
St Thomas: Thurs 19th, Mon 23rd, Thurs 26th at 10am.
 
Funeral Mass of Patricia Campbell
Tuesday 24th August at 10am in St John's.
 
Please pray for those who have died recently especially
Patricia Campbell, Liz Carlin, May Connolly, Gerry Docherty, Michael Curran, Patricia McGarrigle,
and for the 6 months mind of
Phil Mc Kenna,
the 9 months mind of
Alex Taylor,
and for the Anniversaries of
Brian & Patrick Conafray, Helen Dunne, Elizabeth & Thomas Fossett, James Goldie Snr, William (Bill) Francis Houston, Hugh Lynch, William MacNeil, Jean Millar.       

Please hand in all notices and anniversaries for the Bulletin, by 7pm on Thursdays. 

St John’s Sunday 5pm Mass
This Mass will not continue until after Summertime.
 
New telephone number for St John’s & St Thomas is 0141 881 1478.
The new number will come into use from this Tuesday 10th August.
 
Lifting of Restrictions
As from this Monday, the 9th of August there will be no need to book in for any Masses, (weekday & weekend). However, we will for the time being continue with track & trace. Please continue on entry/exit to sanitise your hands and wear a face mask.
 
Funerals
As also from Monday 9th of August, a Funeral Mass will also be as before, a public Parish Mass at 10am.
 
The Year of St Joseph
Our fourth and fifth evenings will take place on Wednesday 25th August in St Mirin’s cathedral at 4:30pm and Thursday 26th August in St Mary’s Greenock at 4:30pm, to pray for everyone involved in Education commending them to St Joseph.  All welcome to attend this devotion. There will be Exposition, Benediction and Evening Prayer of the Church. Please use Eventbrite link to book your tickets. Alternatively call Angela to book a place on 01412373584
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/diocese-of-paisley-33712912941
 
Carfin Day
The Annual Diocesan Pilgrimage to Carfin, led by Bishop John Keenan, will take place on Sunday 29th August. Mass with the Anointing of the Sick will be celebrated at 3pm followed by the Rosary Procession which will take place at 5:30pm. Catering facilities are available at the shrine.
 
Think Vocation
“I am the Bread of Life.” Jesus comes to us in the Eucharist. Could you be called to priesthood, to bring the presence and power of Jesus to his people in the sacraments? Speak to our local Vocations Director Fr. John Morrison - email vocations@rcdop.org.uk or phone 0141 8895056.  
 
200 Club St Thomas
1st Prize - Gemma McCormick, No 171(£60)
2nd Prize - Margaret Hearns, No 36(£30).
No July/August draws.
 
Food Bank
Gents toiletries are needed. Thank you for your continued and generous support.
 
Weekday Masses in St John’s & St Thomas from Thursday 19th August to Friday 27th August.
 
St John’s:     Fri 20th, Sat 21st, Mon 23rd, Wed 25th, Fri 27th at 10am.
St Thomas: Thurs 19th, Tues 24th, Thurs 26th at 10am.
 
Please pray for those who have died recently especially
Michael Curran, Francis Fernandes, Italo Girasoli, Anna Ritchie, William Winnie;
and the 6 months mind of
Margaret McCool, Robert Stewart;
and for the Anniversaries of
Simon Carr, Thomas Donegan, Mary King, Alex Lafferty, Margaret McGoldrick, Robert McHale, Peter McKenna, George McLean, May McMaster, Kathleen Reilly, Malcolm & Molly Ross, Annie & Charlie Shields, Catherine Wood, John Wilson.
 
Please hand in all notices and anniversaries for the Bulletin by 7pm on Thursdays.

St John’s Sunday 5pm Mass
This Mass will not continue until after Summertime.
 
St Thomas Sunday 8:30am Mass
This will cease after this weekend.
 
The Year of St Joseph
Our third evening will take place on Thursday 5th August in St Mirin’s cathedral at 7pm, to pray for our Clergy and Religious commending them to St. Joseph. Please use Eventbrite link to book your tickets. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/diocese-of-paisley-33712912941 Alternatively call Angela to book a place on 0141 237 3584.
 
Carfin Day
The Annual Diocesan Pilgrimage to Carfin, led by Bishop John Keenan, will take place on Sunday 29th August. Mass with the Anointing of the Sick will be celebrated at 3pm followed by the Rosary Procession which will take place at 5:30pm. Catering facilities are available at the shrine.
 
March for Life UK
This will take place on Saturday 4th September in Central London from approx. 10am-4:30pm. The Diocese of Paisley together with SPUC Glasgow are organising an overnight coach which will leave from St. Mirin’s Cathedral at midnight on Friday 2nd September picking up at St Andrew’s Cathedral and Gretna Green.  The coach will return from parliament square at approx. 5:30pm with an ETA of midnight. The cost per person will be £30. To book a seat please use our Eventbrite link https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/march-for-life-september-2021-coach-tickets-163611601705. More information on the days’ event is available at Home - March for Life UK For all other enquiries please contact Marianne by email at curia@rcdop.org.uk or Louise at lgrant@spucscotland.org thank you.
 
Think Vocation
“I am the Bread of Life.” Jesus comes to us in the Eucharist. Could you be called to priesthood, to bring the presence and power of Jesus to his people in the sacraments? Speak to our local Vocations Director. Fr. John Morrison -email vocations@rcdop.org.uk or phone 0141 8895056.  
 
Food Bank
Gents toiletries are needed. Thank you for your continued and generous support.
 
Daily Prayer to St Joseph (Year of St Joseph 8th Dec 2020 – 8th Dec 2021)
Hail, Guardian of the Redeemer, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary. To you God entrusted his only Son; in you Mary placed her trust; with you Christ became man. Blessed Joseph, to us too, show yourself a father and guide us in the path of life. Obtain for us grace, mercy, and courage, and defend us from every evil.  Amen.
 
Funeral in St John’s
​John (Jack) Cleary on Thursday 5th August at 10am.
 
Please pray for those who have died recently especially
Charles Clark, Danny Collins, Alan Jardine, Elizabeth McCann, Jean McGauley;
and the 6 months mind of
George Logue;
and for the Anniversaries of
John Byrne, James Devenny Jnr, Nancy Goldie, Margaret Gore, Mary Elizabeth Gribbon, Isobel Finnigan, George Howell, John Hughes, Agnes Major, Margaret Mooney, Thomas McAllister, Catherine McLaughlin, Martin Walker.
 
Please hand in all notices and anniversaries for the Bulletin by 7pm on Thursdays.

St John’s Sunday 5pm Mass
This Mass will not continue until after Summertime.
 
World Day For Grandparents and Elderly
Pope Francis has established  the celebration of the World Day for Grandparents and Elderly. It will be on the fourth Sunday of July (25th July) near the liturgical memorial of Saints Joachim and Anne, the grandparents of Jesus. A Plenary Indulgence will be granted under the usual conditions: sacramental confession, Eucharistic communion and prayer, according to the intentions of the Supreme Pontiff during the solemn celebration he will preside over in St. Peter’s Basilica or at the various functions that will be held throughout the world.
The Plenary Indulgence will also be granted on this same day to the faithful who devote adequate time to actually or virtually visiting their elderly brothers and sisters in need or in difficulty (such as the sick, the abandoned, the disabled and other similar cases),” the note reads.
​
The Year of St Joseph
Our third evening will take place on Thursday 5th August in St Mirin’s cathedral at 7pm, to pray for our Clergy and Religious commending them to St. Joseph. Please use Eventbrite link to book your tickets. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/diocese-of-paisley-33712912941 Alternatively call Angela to book a place on 0141 237 3584.
 
Carfin Day
The annual Diocesan Pilgrimage to Carfin, led by Bishop John Keenan, will take place on Sunday 29th August. Mass with the Anointing of the Sick will be celebrated at 3pm followed by the Rosary Procession which will take place at 5:30pm. Catering facilities are available at the shrine.
 
Think Vocation
“He took pity on them because they were like sheep without a shepherd.” Do you feel called to bring people a sense of Jesus’s pastoral love as a priest, deacon or religious? Speak to Fr. John Morrison - email vocations@rcdop.org.uk or Tel 01418895056.
 
March for Life UK
This will take place on Saturday 4th September in Central London from approx. 10am-4:30pm. The Diocese of Paisley together with SPUC Glasgow are organising an overnight coach which will leave from St. Mirin’s Cathedral at midnight on Friday 2nd September picking up at St Andrew’s Cathedral and Gretna Green.  The coach will return from parliament square at approx. 5:30pm with an ETA of midnight. The cost per person will be £30. To book a seat please use our Eventbrite link https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/march-for-life-september-2021-coach-tickets-163611601705. More information on the days’ event is available at Home - March for Life UK For all other enquiries please contact Marianne by email at curia@rcdop.org.uk or Louise at lgrant@spucscotland.org thank you.
 
Food Bank
Gents toiletries are needed. Thank you for your continued and generous support.
 
The late Maria Hannigan’s Estate
Maria Hannigan left £1000 to St Thomas Parish (Rest in peace).
 
Please pray for those who have died recently especially
Eddie Casey, Willie Duffy, Frances Nicolson, Patricia O’Connor, Gordon Richards;
and for the Anniversaries of
Liam Boylan, Margaret Carroll, Kelly Anne Donn, Margaret Gore, John Haldane, Kathleen Hughes, Ian Meechan, Margaret McGuire, Alastair Thomson.

Gift Aid Annual Claims
St John’s 2020/21: £16,391.48
St Thomas 2020/21: £9,681.42
Thank you for your overwhelming generosity in supporting our Parishes. Despite the difficulties of lockdown, the many uncertainties, you have continued to make sacrifices for your Parishes. “God loves a cheerful giver” 2 Cor 9:7.
 
St John’s Sunday 5pm Mass
This Mass will not continue until after Summertime.
 
Lifting of some restrictions
As from Monday 19th July social distancing is reduced to 1 metre and there can be congregational singing.
 
World Day for Grandparents and Elderly:
Pope Francis has established  the celebration of the World Day for Grandparents and Elderly. It will be on the fourth Sunday of July (25th July) near the liturgical memorial of Saints Joachim and Anne, the grandparents of Jesus.
 
The Year of St Joseph
Our third evening will take place on Thursday 5th August in St Mirin’s cathedral at 7pm, to pray for our Clergy and Religious commending them to St. Joseph. Please use Eventbrite link to book your tickets. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/diocese-of-paisley-33712912941 Alternatively call Angela to book a place on 0141 237 3584.
 
Think Vocation
“He took pity on them because they were like sheep without a shepherd.” Do you feel called to bring people a sense of Jesus’s pastoral love as a priest, deacon or religious? Speak to Fr. John Morrison:  vocations@rcdop.org.uk or Tel 01418895056.
 
100 Club July Winners
1st Prize: No 37 P. Reid £140
2nd Prize: No 43 Mgt Dougan £70
3rd Prize: No 50 Mgt Davidson
4th Prize: No 40 B. Melee £20
5th Prize: No 136 M. Sloey £20.
 
Food Bank
Gents’ toiletries are needed. Thank you for your continued and generous support.
 
Marriage and family webpage
The Diocese have a dedicated page on the website for Marriage and Family life. It contains a wealth of information, support and resources for many aspects of this important vocation. For more information please visit https://rcdop.org.uk/marriage-family-life-2
 
Online Marriage Counselling available during Covid 19 Crisis
Our diocese has a Counselling Service for Catholics Married in the Catholic Church. The counsellor is there to maintain a neutral, non-judgmental position. For information or advice please email in confidence counselling@rcdop.org.uk
 
Funeral St John’s
David Docherty on Thurs 22nd of July at 10am.
 
Please pray for those who have died recently especially
John Curran, David Docherty, Bobby Sommerville
and 6 months mind of
Maria Hannigan
and for the Anniversaries of
Jimmy Devenny, Annie Devine, Agnes Hegarty, Edward Hughes, Jenny Lynch, Mary Munn, Brian McCafferty, Bid McGauley, Maisie McMaster, Marion & Neil Strain.
 
Anniversaries and all notices for the e-Bulletin should be handed in by 7pm on Thursdays.

Peter’s Pence 26th/27 June
This is the practice of the laity to provide financial support to the Holy See to allow the Holy Father the means to respond to those suffering as a result of war, oppression, natural disaster, and disease. Catholics around the world contribute roughly £70M annually through this collection.

Monthly Divine Mercy Devotions and Holy Mass
This will take place on Wednesday 30th June at 7pm in St Mary’s Church, 163 George Street, Paisley, PA1 2UN and will be celebrated by Fr Joe Burke. The Divine Mercy devotions will begin with Holy Mass followed by Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and the Divine Mercy Chaplet. No booking necessary. Just give your details at the door for track and trace. All are welcome.

New Dawn in Scotland 12th Annual Conference
‘I have called you by your name you are mine’ Isaiah 43:1-2. This year’s conference will be free to view on YouTube and Facebook and shown over the weekend of the 9th – 11th July. This year we have some new and some familiar speakers who promise to uplift us in these unusual times. We also have a youth and children’s programme to encourage our young ones.

Ordination of Rev Joseph Mc Gill: St Mirin’s Cathedral 6th July
We pray for Deacon Joe McGill, soon to be ordained a Priest in our Diocese. We pray that Joe and all those preparing for ministerial priesthood may be ever conformed to Jesus, the High Priest. May they preach the Gospel with pure heart and clear conscience. May the Lord let them be shepherds according to His heart, single minded in service to God and the Church.

Reception of Holy Communion
As from last Wednesday the 23rd of June, the reception of Holy Communion returned to the normal time after the Priest’s Communion (St Johns only). In order to avoid climbing/squeezing by others in the pew, could all leave their seats regardless of receiving Communion or not.

Caritas Commission: ‘Improving the Cancer Journey’
The Caritas permanent commission would like to promote the work of the ‘Improving the Cancer Journey’ service within East Renfrewshire Council. Contact Lisa MacLeod Tel 0141 577 8420/Email lisa.macleod@eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk

St Johns 100 Club Winners June
1st Prize: M & I Campbell No 26 (£140)
2nd Prize Claire Irving No 80 (£ 70)
3rd Prize: R & S Young No 58 (£35)
4th Prize: E.Casey No 113 (£20)
5th Prize: Wm Travers No 72 (£20)

Please pray for those who have died recently especially
Brian Tinney, Winifred Stevenson, Derek Young
and 6 months mind of
May Cheney
and for the Anniversaries of
Margaret Bisland, Charles Burns Snr/Jnr, Margaret & Michael Campbell, Peter Campbell, Catherine Cowan, Fr Charles Kane, Baby Patricia Reynolds, Violet Walker, Elizabeth Wilson, James Wilson.

Anniversaries and all notices for the e-Bulletin should be handed in by 7pm on Thursdays.

Peter’s Pence - 26th/27 June
This is the practice of the laity to provide financial support to the Holy See to allow the Holy Father the means to respond to those suffering as a result of war, oppression, natural disaster, and disease.  Catholics around the world contribute roughly £70M annually through this collection.  The US is the biggest contributor at 30%, followed by Italy, Germany, Spain, France, Ireland, Brazil and South Korea.  You can donate easily to this collection by visiting our Diocesan website www.rcdop.org.uk and clicking on the ‘Online Parish Offertory’.  This allows you to donate to any of the causes or parishes of your choice.  Many thanks
 
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
9:25am-9:55am (both parishes before the 10am Mass).
Both Churches open at 9:15am.
Confessions
Saturdays: 10:30am-11am (St John’s/St Thomas)
Saturdays: 3:15pm-3:45pm (St John’s)
 
Evening Prayer and Benediction for the Year of St Joseph
Bishop John invites all parishioners to join him in the first of our monthly devotions to St Joseph in this special Jubilee Year, dedicated to the patron saint of workers. This takes place at St Mirin’s Cathedral in Thursday 24th June at 7pm. All welcome to attend this monthly devotion. During our first evening we will pray for all our health workers, and those under their care. Come along and show your support and thanks for the incredible job they have done, and commend them to St Joseph for their continued good work.
Please use the Eventbrite link to book your tickets. Alternatively, call St Margaret’s Church, Johnstone to book by phone on 01505320198. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/33509746663
 
Second evening for the Year of St Joseph
This will take place on Monday 12th July at 7pm in St Mirin’s Cathedral. This will be to pray for all our parish volunteers, workers and those involved in our SSVP, Legion of Mary and other organisations. All welcome to attend this devotion.
Please use the Eventbrite link to book your tickets. Alternatively, call St Margaret’s Church, Johnstone to book by phone on 01505320198
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/diocese-of-paisley-33712912941
 
St John’s Parish Fabric/Finance Group
Next meeting is on Wednesday 23rd June at 7pm at the Church House.
 
Think Vocation
“Even the wind and the sea obey him.” Jesus brings calm when storms threated to overwhelm us. Could you bring his calming, restoring presence to others and inspire faith in times of anxiety? Speak to Fr. John Morrison, our Vocations Director, email vocations@rcdop.org.uk or phone 0141 889 5056.  
 
Bulletins
We will resume the Bulletins next weekend, which will be handed out to you as you leave the Church.
 
Reception of Holy Communion
As from this Wednesday the 23rd of June, this will return to normal time after the Priest’s Communion (St John’s only). In order to avoid climbing/squeezing by others in the pew, could all leave their seats regardless of receiving Communion or not.
 
Readers
Anyone who was previously a reader please make yourself known to Fr Joe/Jonathan.
 
Groups in the Parish
Could any group leaders e.g. Legion of Mary, SVDP, Children’s Liturgy, Choir, Prayer Groups please see Fr Joe/Jonathan to speak about moving things forward with regard to meeting up.
 
Altar Servers
All previous Altar Servers and anyone wishing to become one should see Fr Joe/Jonathan along with their parent/guardian as soon as possible.
 
Caritas Commission – ‘Improving the Cancer Journey’
The Caritas permanent commission would like to promote the work of ‘Improving the Cancer Journey’ within East Renfrewshire Council. Contact
Lisa MacLeod - East Renfrewshire Macmillan Money Advice Team
Telephone: 0141 577 8420
Email lisa.macleod@eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk 
 
Course to Qualify as RE Specialist
Are you a qualified teacher, at secondary or primary level, interested in an advanced qualification as a RE specialist?  The University of Glasgow is offering an ATQ in RE this coming academic year (21/22). Please sign up for this online information evening on Thursday 10 June at 6.00pm. To obtain the zoom link please contact clare.fodey@glasgow.ac.uk This qualification fulfils the requirement for applying to the GTCS for Professional Registration as a specialist Religious Education teacher in the Catholic Secondary school. Please find all the details, including teaching dates and cost, here:
ATQRE:
https://www.gla.ac.uk/schools/education/cpd/atqre/
GTCS PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION:
https://www.gtcs.org.uk/registration/routes-professional-registration-secondary-teachers.aspx
 
Ordination of Rev Joseph Mc Gill: St Mirin’s Cathedral 6th July
We pray for Deacon Joe McGill, soon to be ordained a Priest in our Diocese. We pray that Joe and all those preparing for ministerial priesthood may be ever conformed to Jesus, the High Priest. May they preach the Gospel with pure heart and clear conscience. May the Lord let them be shepherds according to His heart, single minded in service to God and the Church.
 
Visitations to the Housebound & Sick
Fr Joe & Jonathan have been visiting the Housebound & Sick but our list is incomplete. If you would like to be added to the List please inform the Parish. We need permission of the Housebound/Sick person themselves. (GDPR requirement).
 
Please pray for those who have died recently, especially
Angela Sawers, Anne Marie Smith
and for the Anniversaries of
Irene & Mark Clougherty, John Hughes, Maria Minery, Renee McCallum, Anthony McGowan, Patrick McGowan, Joseph McKay, Iain McKenna, Isobel McLean, William McQuarrie, Dr Frances Nicholson, Beatrice O’Neill, Jim Patterson, Cath Speirs.
 
Anniversaries and all notices for the e-Bulletin should be handed in by 7pm on Thursdays.

Special Second Collection: Pro-Life (Day for Life) 29th/30th May
This collection helps the Diocese support pro-life causes with half of the funds collected going to the Bishops’ Conference pro-life fund. Apart from donating at weekend Masses you can donate easily to this by visiting our Diocesan website www.rcdop.org.uk and clicking on the ‘Online Parish Offertory’.  This allows you to donate to any of the causes or parishes of your choice.  

Next Weekend 5th/6th June Monthly Building Fund Collection

New Envelopes for Tax Year April 21/22
These are now available after all the weekend Masses.
The box contains envelopes for each week and also the 12 Monthly Parish Building Fund & Diocesan Second Collections. Those who pay their weekly donation by Standing Order also receive a Box of envelopes but only for the 12 Monthly Parish Building Fund & Diocesan Second Collections. Please inform us if you cease to pay tax. Those, who do not pay tax can set up also a Standing Order. You can uplift a paper copy for Standing Orders from the Sacristy or download a copy from the Parish website.
 
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
9:25am-9:55am (both parishes before the 10am Mass)
Both Churches open at 9:15am.
 
Confessions
Saturdays: 10:30am-11am (St John's/St Thomas)
Saturdays: 3:15pm-3:45pm (St John's)
 
May, the Month of Mary
During the Sundays of May at 3pm, we will pray the Rosary, have a short talk on Our Lady and conclude with Benediction.
 
Annual Mass at St. Conval’s Cemetery
Bishop John Keenan will celebrate our Annual Mass at St Conval’ s Cemetery, Barrhead on Sunday the 6th June at 2:00pm. Tickets available to book now.  Please visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/st-convals-cemetery-mass-tickets-155817180381
 
Evening of prayer for Healthcare workers
Bishop John would like to invite all healthcare workers and friends to an evening celebration to mark the Year of St. Joseph, patron saint of workers. There will be a time of prayer before the blessed Sacrament, prayers for all those involved in our healthcare system and will finish with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. All welcome to attend at St. Mirin’s Cathedral on Thursday 24th June at 7pm. More details about booking will follow next week.
 
Think Vocation
“There is a variety of gifts but always the same Spirit; there are all sorts of service, but always for the same Lord.” What kind of service do your gifts suggest? Perhaps you could offer them as a priest, deacon or in religious life? Speak to our Vocations Director, Fr. John Morrison Tel: 01418895056 or e-mail vocations@rcdop.org.uk 
 
Funerals this week in St Thomas (10am)
Wednesday 2nd June: Jonathan Gilmour

Funerals in St Johns (10am)
Friday 4th June: Evelyn Stewart
 
Diocese of Paisley Rosary Holy Hour
This Trinity Sunday please join Bishop John from 8-9pm online on his Facebook page for a Rosary Holy Hour.  This is part of the ROSARY STRONGHOLD National Rosary Rally across the British Isles.  Each diocese around the British Isles has its allotted hour from 9am-9pm.
 
First Communions
We keep in our prayers the Primary 4 Pupils of St Thomas who will make their First Holy Communion on Saturday the 5th of June. May they always have a desire for Jesus in the Eucharist and a love of Holy Mass.
 
20 Days for Life June 1st till June 20th (8am until 8pm each day)
Due to Tier 4 restrictions our 2021 Lenten 40 Days for Life peaceful prayer and fasting vigil at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow was postponed. On March the 23rd of March the government called for a UK National Day of Reflection to be held for those who had died from Covid the previous year, estimated at 143,259 Covid deaths. The following month April 2021 we marked the 53rd anniversary of the implementation of the 1967 Abortion Act which has resulted in almost 9.5million deaths of our unborn children here in the UK. We, are coming out for a 20 Days for Life from June 1st until June 20th outside of the QEUH in Glasgow from 8am until 8pm each day. To take part email Ogilvie1615@outlook.com
 
200 Club Winners
Jan: M. Hughes. No 114 (£20)
May: Barbara Clyde No 14 (£20)
Both have still to collect their winnings and can pick them up from the Sacristy.
 
Gift Aid Envelope No 82
Could you make yourself known to Fr Joe/Jonathan as we don’t have your name.
 
Minsteracres Retreat Centre
This a Christian place of prayer with a resident community rooted in the Roman Catholic Passionist tradition. We are situated in the land of the Northern Saints in beautiful countryside on the borders of Northumberland and County Durham, our community- based retreat centre is ideally placed to promote the development of both the spiritual and the natural world. We are renowned for peace, tranquillity and the feeling of stepping away from the hustle and bustle of life. Our 110-acre estate comprises parkland, ancient woodland, gardens, and lakes and walks suitable for all abilities. 
 
Visitations to the Housebound & Sick
Fr Joe & Jonathan have been visiting the Housebound & Sick but our list is incomplete. If you would like to be added to the List please inform the Parish. We need permission of the Housebound/Sick person themselves. (GDPR requirement).
 
Please pray for those who have died recently especially
Bill Anderson, Willie Devine, Jonathan Gilmour, Ian Hickey, Evelyn Stewart
and 6 months mind of
Ian McGarrigle
and for the Anniversaries of
Irene Clougherty, Mark Clougherty, Linzi Geddes, William Breslin Geddes, Aloysius Hannigan, May Harris, Mary McDuff, Archie McGinty, Geraldine McGinty, Fiona O’Brien, Annie Wright.
 
 Anniversaries and all notices for the E-Bulletin should be handed in by 7pm on Thursdays.