Vocations and Ecclesiastical Students (St Thomas only)
​This collection pays for our Paisley seminarians studying in Rome.  Currently we have three students whose seminary fees are £20,000 per year. As well donating at Mass you can also donate to this collection by visiting our Diocesan website www.rcdop.org.uk and clicking on ‘Online Parish Offertory’. 
 
New Gift Aid Envelopes for those who Pay Tax
Envelopes are available to collect from the link corridor between the Sacristy and the Church house for those who pay their First Collection weekly by envelope.
For those who pay their First Collection by STANDING ORDER/PAYA you also have envelopes for your Second Collection (12 x Monthly Building Fund / 9 x Diocesan Second Collection).
 
May, Month of Our Lady
Rosary & Benediction today at 3pm in St John's and in St Thomas' on 22nd & 29th May.
 
Congratulations
We congratulate the children of St Mark's & St John's on receiving their First Holy Communion and of St Thomas' and St Mark's on receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation. St John's pupils receive Confirmation this Monday evening. We continue to pray that they grow and develop in their faith life and love of God.
 
St Thomas
No Morning Masses this week except for funeral on Thursday.
 
100 Club Draw March/ April
Bernadette Rocks No 13
Frank Doherty No 142.
Still to collect!
 
A Series of Talks on the Divine Praises for Young Adults
The next talk of the series Blessed be Jesus Christ: True God by Fr Matthew Carlin will take place on Wednesday 18th May at 7pm in St. Mirin’s Cathedral and will be followed by Benediction and an opportunity to socialise over drinks.  A list of all other talks can be found on the Diocesan website www.rcdop.org.uk
 
Month Pro-Life Mass
The monthly Pro-Life Mass is on Wednesday, 18th May at 7:30pm at Holy Cross, 113 Dixon Ave, G42 8ER. Adoration begins at 6:15pm. All welcome.
 
Funeral in St John's
William Young on Wednesday 18th May.
Funeral in St Thomas
Sarah McKinstry on Thursday 19th May.
 
Carfin Day
The Annual Diocesan Pilgrimage to Carfin, led by Bishop John Keenan, will take place on Sunday 22nd May 2022. Mass of 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.
 
We pray for those who have died recently
Jean Baillie, Anne Church, Catherine Greville, Olga McGlade, Sadie McKinstry, Sarah Ann Walker, and Alexander Young;
and 1st month's mind of
Nancy Wilson;
the 6 months' mind of
Helen Markey,  and Isobel McGuire;
the 9 months mind of
Kevin Markey;
and for the Anniversaries of
Sadie Blair, John Buchanan, Wilma Cook, Catherine Deighan, Nancy Devine, Vincent Dougan, Maria Fleming, Pat Gaughan, William Gore, Anne Hailstones, Patricia Hair, Ricky Hassan, Mary Hendry, Angela Kelly, Catherine Kerins, Stuart Millar, Nancy Mitchell, Maria McGlone,  John & Tilly McGorrian, Alice McGuire, Joseph McKee, Danny McQuade, Thomas Pearson, John & Sadie Quinn, Jean Ryan (Florida), Elizabeth Sim, Margaret Stevenson, Nancy Taylor, Hugh & Mary Wilson.
 
Warning – Scam Emails Pretending to be from Parish Priests or the Diocese
Parishioners please be aware there have been a number of scams email pretending to be from Parish Priests, asking for payments to be made or for vouchers to be purchased on behalf of a priest. The latest emails are not from our official @rcdop.org.uk domain but even if they appeared to be - do NOT RESPOND to the emails. Our Diocesan policy is that we will never email you to make any purchase or bank transfer on our behalf. If you do get such an email, please contact your Parish Priest preferably by phone or create a new email to the Parish (i.e. do not reply to the one you received).

Today’s Special Collection (8th May): Vocations and Ecclesiastical Students
This collection pays for our Paisley seminarians studying in Rome.  Currently we have three students whose seminary fees are £20,000 per year. As well donating at Mass you can also donate to this collection by visiting our Diocesan website www.rcdop.org.uk and clicking on ‘Online Parish Offertory’. 
 
Think Vocation
Today is World Day of Prayer for Vocations. Pray for those discerning a call to priesthood or religious life. Is that you? Speak to our Vocations Director, Fr Morrison tel: 01418895056 or email vocations@rcdop.org.uk
 
Fatima Howwood Vigils
On Thursday 12th May we will celebrate our first Vigil of our new season, which runs from May-October. The Church and hall will open from 7pm; Rosary procession around the grounds (weather permitting); Mass, followed by a period of Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament with Benediction. Bishop John will preside. This will give us the perfect opportunity to implore Our Blessed Lady for peace in Ukraine.
 
New Gift Aid Envelopes for those who Pay Tax
Envelopes are available to collect from the link corridor between the Sacristy and the Church house for those who pay their First Collection weekly by envelope.
For those who pay their First Collection by STANDING ORDER/PAYA you also have envelopes for your Second Collection (12 x Monthly Building Fund / 9 x Diocesan Second Collection).
 
May, Month of Our Lady
Rosary & Benediction each Sunday at 3pm.
St John's: 8th, 15th May.
St Thomas: 22nd & 29th May.
 
Funeral this week
St Thomas
Sarah Walker on Wednesday 11th May.
St John's
Anne Church on Thursday 12th May.
 
SSVP Ukraine Appeal (St Thomas)
£204.00 was raised from the collection boxes and the conference added another £296.00 to make it £500. Thanks for your generosity.
 
Sacred Heart Companions Prayer Group
Meeting in St John’s tea room this Tuesday 10th May from 1pm-2pm.
 
Mental Health Awareness Week 9th-15th May
The theme is loneliness. Visit www.disabilityactioner.org.uk  for more local information. Poster in the porch.
 
100 Club Draw April
1st Prize: A & M Hickey, No. 64
2nd: Frank Doherty, No. 142
3rd: J & M Bell, No. 105
4th: Hannah Monaghan, No. 54
5th: G & M Herrity, No. 46
You can collect your winnings from the Sacristy.
 
A Series of Talks on the Divine Praises for Young Adults
The next talk of the series Blessed be Jesus Christ: True God by Fr Matthew Carlin will take place on Wednesday 18th May at 7pm in St. Mirin’s Cathedral and will be followed by Benediction and an opportunity to socialise over drinks.  A list of all other talks can be found on the Diocesan website www.rcdop.org.uk
 
Carfin Day
The Annual Diocesan Pilgrimage to Carfin, led by Bishop John Keenan, will take place on Sunday 22nd May 2022. Mass of 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.
 
We pray for those who have died recently
Anne Church, Olga McGlade, Sadie McKinstry, Sarah Ann Walker, and Alexander Young;
and the 6 months' mind of
Isobel McGuire;
and for the Anniversaries of
John Buchanan, Catherine Deighan, Maria Fleming, William Gore, Anne Hailstones, Stuart Millar, Nancy Mitchell, Maria McGlone, Joseph McKee, and John & Sadie Quinn.

Second Collection this weekend: Monthly Building Fund.
Next weekend Second Collection: Vocations.
 
SCIAF Boxes
St John's £806.64 and St Thomas £277.79.
Cheques have been sent to SCIAF. Any latecomers will have to forward the contents of their boxes themselves or donate online at www.sciaf.org.uk/donate.
 
New Gift Aid Envelopes for those who pay tax
Envelopes are available to collect from the link corridor between the Sacristy and the Church house for those who pay their First Collection weekly by envelope.
For those who pay their First Collection by STANDING ORDER/PAYA you also have envelopes for your Second Collection (12 x Monthly Building Fund / 9 x Diocesan Second Collection)
 
May, Month of Our Lady
Rosary & Benediction each Sunday at 3pm.
St John's - 1st, 8th, 15th May.
St Thomas - 22nd & 29th May.
 
Children’s Rosary on Friday 6th May in St John's
You are invited to bring along your children/grandchildren from age 4 to 14 to learn how to pray the Rosary and help them make the Rosary part of their daily lives. The Rosary begins at 6.30pm and is on the First Friday of every month. For more details contact lesley@giffnockwards.co.uk or 07910266821
 
Monthly First Friday Vigil 6th May
Beginning with Holy Mass at 7pm, followed by Rosary, Stations of the Cross, Night Prayer and the time in between there are opportunities for Silent Adoration.
 
Confirmation St Mark's
This Tuesday 3rd May at 7pm.

First Communion St Mark's
This Saturday 7th May at 10:30 am. Please keep the children, parents, sponsors and teachers in your prayers.
 
SSVP Ukraine Appeal
£911.46 was raised from the collection boxes and the conference added another £1000. Thanks for your generosity.
 
SSVP Easter Edition of Ozanam News
Limited free copies now available in the porch.
 
Pilgrimage to Iona
Pilgrimage to Iona with St Francis Parish, Port Glasgow: Tuesday 27th - Thursday 29th September, staying at The Royal Hotel, Oban, with a day pilgrimage to Iona. See poster for details. Please contact Fr Matthew (stfrancis@rcdop.org.uk / 01475 700700) if interested.
 
A Series of Talks on the Divine Praises for Young Adults
The next talk of the series Blessed be Jesus Christ: True God by Fr Matthew Carlin will take place on Wednesday 18th May at 7pm in St. Mirin’s Cathedral and will be followed by Benediction and an opportunity to socialise over drinks.  A list of all other talks can be found on the Diocesan website www.rcdop.org.uk
 
Carfin Day
The Annual Diocesan Pilgrimage to Carfin, led by Bishop John Keenan, will take place on Sunday 22nd May 2022. Mass of 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.
 
Marys Meals
During the month of May, the month dedicated to Our Lady, we invite you to join us in prayer for the work of Mary’s Meals. Further information and prayer resources including our new resource for children can be found at www.marysmeals.org.uk/prayinmay.
 
We pray for those who have died recently
Sharon Giblin, Laura Hughes, Tom Sharp, and Sadie Walker;
1 month's mind of
William Thomas Sandford;
6 months' mind of
Tom Cloherty;
and the Anniversaries of
Sadie Cunningham, Thomas Jardine, Annie & Freddie Logue, Susan McCarthy, Agnes & Jim McDade, Sadie McDonald, John & Matilda McGorrian, John McGuire, James Mc Shane.

St Conval’s Cemetery Mass
This Sunday 24th April at 2pm. All Welcome.
 
SCIAF Boxes
Please return by Wednesday of this week so that we can forward a cheque to SCIAF.
 
Divine Mercy Sunday
Today we celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday. There will be at St Mary's Church, Paisley, a Holy Hour at 4 pm. This will be led by Deacon John Morrison. Bishop John will celebrate Holy Mass at 5pm. Jesus said to St Faustina “Mankind will not have peace, until it turns with trust to My mercy. I desire that the Feast of Mercy be a refuge and shelter for all souls, and especially for poor sinners. On that day, the very depths of My tender mercy are open."
 
A Series of Talks on the Divine Praises for Young Adults
The first talk of the series will be on The Holy Trinity by Fr Joe McGill.  This will take place on Wednesday 27th April at 7pm in St. Mirin’s Cathedral and will be followed by Benediction and an opportunity to socialise over drinks.  A list of all other talks can be found on the Diocesan website www.rcdop.org.uk
 
Pilgrimage to Iona
Pilgrimage to Iona with St Francis Parish, Port Glasgow: Tuesday 27th - Thursday 29th September, staying at The Royal Hotel, Oban, with a day pilgrimage to Iona. See poster for details. Please contact Fr Matthew (stfrancis@rcdop.org.uk / 01475 700700) if interested.
 
New Gift Aid Envelopes for those who pay tax
Envelopes are available now to collect from the link corridor between the Sacristy and the Church house. For those who pay their First Collection weekly by envelope, included are 12 x Building Fund and 9 x Diocesan Second Collection envelopes.  Those who pay their First Collection by Standing Order, have envelopes for their Second Collection only (12 x Building Fund / 9 x Diocesan Second Collection envelopes) If you pay tax and would like to start a Gift Aid contribution, you can just speak to Fr Joe/Jonathan about how to set this up. (For every £1 you contribute, the Parish can claim 25p on your donation.)

Unveiling a statue of St Gianna Beretta Molla, Patron Saint of Unborn Children
Join the Society for the Protection of Unborn Children as we ask for St Gianna’s intercession for the pro-life movement in the UK. St Gianna was a 20th century wife, mother, and doctor, most often remembered for her sacrificial love for her unborn daughter. She is a patron for mothers, physicians, and unborn children. The unveiling of statue will take place on Thursday 28th April at 7pm followed by Holy Mass at 7:30pm, at Carfin Grotto.

Carfin Day
The Annual Diocesan Pilgrimage to Carfin, led by Bishop John Keenan, will take place on Sunday 22nd May 2022. Mass of 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.
 
Marys Meals
During the month of May, the month dedicated to Our Lady, we invite you to join us in prayer for the work of Mary’s Meals. Each day we are reaching more than 2.2 million children with a nutritious meal at school in 20 countries. We ask you to join us in prayers of thanksgiving for 20 years of little acts of love that have made this work possible and in petition for God’s continued blessing, that through His providence it will continue to grow and flourish enabling us to reach more hungry children. Further information and prayer resources including our new resource for children can be found at www.marysmeals.org.uk/prayinmay.
 
SSVP Collection for Ukraine
All monies from this week’s collection is being donated to the International body of SSVP which is co-ordinating funds for humanitarian aid to Ukraine.
 
We pray for those who have died recently
Wendy Bramwell, Joan Goldie, Annie Harley, Betty McMahon, and Jonathan Smith;
and the 5 months mind of
James Fleming;
and for the Anniversaries of
James Bisland, Nan Brady, Jim Cassidy, Barbara & John Clyde, Margaret Ellis, Barbara McAleavy, Tony McCann, Maurice McGuire, Patrick McKenna, William McMaster, Fr John McNamara O.C.D., John Marshall, Anne Richardson, and Cathie Szuster.

​Easter Sunday
​No Evening Mass at 5pm in St John's.
 
St Peter’s Glenburn, Paisley
Of your charity, please pray for Fr Andrew Coleman who is seriously ill at this time and for his parishioners. Bishop Keenan has asked Fr Joe/Fr Jonathan to cover meantime all Funeral Masses in St Peter’s, Glenburn. This may cause an occasional change to our own schedules in St John's/St Thomas. Our Lady, Mother of the Clergy, pray for our priests.
 
St Conval’s Cemetery Mass
Next Sunday 24th April at 2pm. All Welcome.
 
Funerals in St Johns this week
Thursday 21st April Margaret Walters
Friday 22nd April Nancy Wilson
 
Holy Week & Easter Liturgies
A big thank you to all those who cleaned the Churches, prepared the flowers, who provided the music and singing, the pass keepers, the sacristans and altar servers, readers, extra-ordinary ministers of the Eucharist and the Liturgy Group. We are grateful for your commitment and dedication.
 
SCIAF Boxes
Please return as soon as possible, so that we can forward a cheque to SCIAF.
 
Divine Mercy Sunday
On Sunday 24th April we will celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday. There will be at St Mary's Church, 163 George Street, Paisley, a Holy Hour at 4pm. This will be led by Deacon John Morrison. Bishop John will celebrate Holy Mass at 5pm. Jesus said to St Faustina “Mankind will not have peace, until it turns with trust to My mercy. I desire that the Feast of Mercy be a refuge and shelter for all souls, and especially for poor sinners. On that day, the very depths of My tender mercy are open.
 
New Gift Aid Envelopes for those who pay tax
Envelopes are available now to collect from the link corridor between the Sacristy and the Church house. For those who pay their First Collection weekly by envelope, included are 12 x Building Fund and the 9 x Diocesan Second Collection envelopes.  Those who pay their First Collection by Standing Order have envelopes for their Second Collection only (12 x Building Fund / 9 x Diocesan Second Collection envelopes) If you pay tax and would like to start a Gift Aid Contribution, you can just speak to Fr Joe/Jonathan about how to set this up. (For every £1 you contribute, the Parish can claim 25p on your donation).

Unveiling a statue of St Gianna Beretta Molla, Patron Saint of Unborn Children
​Join the Society for the Protection of Unborn Children as we ask for St Gianna’s intercession for the pro-life movement in the UK. St Gianna was a 20th century wife, mother, and doctor, most often remembered for her sacrificial love for her unborn daughter. She is a patron for mothers, physicians, and unborn children. The unveiling of statue will take place on Thursday 28th April at 7pm followed by Holy Mass at 7:30pm, at Carfin Grotto.

Brecbannoch Pilgrimage
All are welcome to join the inaugural Brecbannoch Pilgrimage from 11th-13th June 2022.  The Brecbannoch is a 50-mile pilgrimage undertaken on foot from Oban to Iona, with the special purpose of praying for the renewal of the faith in Scotland.  Along the way, we will carry the relics of St Columba, St Andrew and St Margaret, invoking their protection over the Church in these isles.  Since his death in 574 AD, pilgrims have flocked to Iona to ask for St Columba's Intercession. Clergy, Kings, and Laity alike undertook arduous journeys to take their petitions to the Holy Abbot's relics. Our mission is to make pilgrimage there, invoking the intercession of Scotland's three patrons, St Andrew, St Margaret and St Columba, to pray for a renewal of the faith in our nation. Sign up before places run out at: www.brecbannoch.org/sign-up

We pray for those who have died recently
Anne Baillie, Edna Byrne, Patsy Duffy, Elizabeth Linden, Ian Shaw, Margaret Walters, and Nancy Wilson;
and for the Anniversaries of
John Bentley, Bridget Cannon, Margaret Carr, Irene & Mark Clougherty, Grace Collins, Eamon & John Delaney, James Kierney, Anne Lannon, Robin Millar, Helen Mullaney, Jimmy & Mary McDuffy, Thomas McAllister, Thomas McCormick, Jean McInnes, and Annie & Charlie Shields.

St Peter’s Glenburn, Paisley
Of your charity, please pray for Fr Andrew Coleman who is seriously ill at this time and for his parishioners. Bishop Keenan has asked Fr Joe/Fr Jonathan to cover all Funeral Masses in St Peter’s, Glenburn in the meantime. This may cause an occasional change to our own schedules in St John's & St Thomas. Our Lady, Mother of the Clergy, pray for our priests.
 
Stations of the Cross
Today in St Johns at 3pm.

Holy Week Services & Masses
Monday 11th April to Easter Sunday 17th April
Please find details of all our services by clicking the button below.

Confessions during Holy Week
St Johns
Mon-Fri 9:15am - 9:45am
Mon 7pm - 8pm
Holy Saturday 10:15am - 11am.
St Thomas
Mon & Wed, 10:30am – 10:50am
Fri & Sat 10:15am - 10:45am.
 
Sacred Heart Companions Prayer Group
Meeting this Tuesday 12th April from 1pm-2pm in Tea-room. All welcome.
 
Adoration in Oratory this Holy Week
Adoration will finish at 6pm on Monday and 5pm on Wednesday and there will be no Adoration on Good Friday.

Walk of Witness – Good Friday, 15th April
The procession starts at St John’s around 10:30am and finishes at ASDA.  Booklets have been prepared and there will be readings and a hymn at each of the stations.  The stations after St John’s are the Council Offices, Salvation Army, Bourock Church, St Andrew’s Church, former South & Levern Church and finally ASDA.  Soup, teas and coffees will then be offered in United Reform Church Hall. All welcome!  
 
40 Days for Life Lenten Prayer Vigil
Today, Palm Sunday, the 40 Days for Life Lenten Prayer Vigil outside of the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Hardgate Road will draw to a close. The Vigil will end with its traditional Silent Candle Lit hour from 7pm till 8pm. Please consider joining the Vigil’s final hour to commemorate those whose lives have been taken or affected by abortion since the passing of the 1967 Abortion Act. For information email: Ogilvie1615@outlook.com
 
New Envelopes for those who pay tax (Gift Aid)
Envelopes are available now to collect from the link corridor between the Sacristy and the Church house.
For those who pay their First Collection weekly by envelope, included are 12 x Building Fund and the 9 x Diocesan Second Collection envelopes.
Those who pay their First Collection by Standing Order, have envelopes for their Second Collection only (12 x Building Fund/ 9 x Diocesan Second Collection envelopes).
If you pay tax and would like to start a Gift Aid contribution, you can speak to Fr Joe/Jonathan about how to set this up. (For every £1 you contribute, the Parish can claim 25p on your donation).

Unveiling a statue of St Gianna Beretta Molla, Patron Saint of Unborn Children
Join the Society for the Protection of Unborn Children as we ask for St Gianna’s intercession for the pro-life movement in the UK. St Gianna was a 20th century wife, mother, and doctor, most often remembered for her sacrificial love for her unborn daughter. She is a patron for mothers, physicians, and unborn children. The unveiling of statue will take place on Thursday 28 April at 7pm followed by Holy Mass at 7:30pm, at Carfin Grotto.

We pray for those who have died recently, especially
June Cooper, Gill Hughes, Jean Meanan, Kevin McGinn, Tommy Montgomery, and Margaret Walters;
and for the Anniversaries of
John Donnelly, Owen Fitzpatrick, Jonathan Gilmour, Theresa Haggerty, Hugh Lynch, Andrew McLaughlin, Danny McLaughlin, and Ann Miller.

Second Collection this weekend: Monthly Building Fund.
 
Stations of the Cross
This Friday after the 10am in both Parishes and in St John's on Sundays 3rd & 10th April at 3pm.
 
St John's Additional Confessions this week
Each morning (Mon-Fri) from 9:15am to 9:45am, in the Oratory.

Thursday this week
Additional Mass at 7:30am (in St John's only).
 
Funerals
St Thomas: Bill Strain Wednesday 6th April at 10am.
St Johns: William Thomas Sandford on Thursday 7th April at 10am.
 
St Thomas 200 Club Winners March
Kathleen Cameron No. 134 (£60)
Anne Banks No. 122 (£30)
 
St John's 100 Club March
E. Mc Quade No. 138 (£140)
Frances O’Neil No. 90 (£70)
J & J Carlton No. 27 (£35)
Bernadette Rocks No. 27 (£20)
Thos Reilly No. 13 (£20)
 
40 Days for Life Lenten Prayer Vigil
Next Sunday, Palm Sunday 10th April,  the 40 Days for Life Lenten Prayer Vigil outside of the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Hardgate Road will draw to a close. The Vigil will end with its traditional Silent Candle Lit hour from 7pm till 8pm. Please consider joining the Vigil’s final hour to commemorate those whose lives have been taken or affected by abortion since the passing of the 1967 Abortion Act. For information email: Ogilvie1615@outlook.com
 
New Gift Aid Envelopes
1. For those who pay tax, Gift Aid envelopes are available now to collect from the link corridor between the Sacristy and the Church house.
2. For those who pay their First Collection weekly by envelope, also included are 12 x Building Fund and 9 x Diocesan Second Collection envelopes.
3. Those who pay their First Collection by Standing Order, have envelopes for their Second Collection only (12 x Building Fund & 9 x Diocesan Second Collection envelopes).
4. If you pay tax and would like to start a Gift Aid contribution, you can speak to Fr Joe/Jonathan about how to set this up. (For every £1 you contribute, the Parish can claim 25p on your donation).
 
Holy Week Services & Masses
Mon 11th April to Easter Sunday 17th April
Mon 11th
Mass at 10am in both Parishes and Reconciliation Service in St John's at 7pm.
Tues 12th
Mass in St John's at 10am
Wed 13th
Mass at 10am in both Parishes.
Chrism Mass at 7pm in Cathedral.
Holy Thursday
Morning Prayer in both Parishes 10am.
Mass of Lord’s Supper at 7pm in both Parishes. Night Prayer in St John's only at 9:30pm.
Good Friday
Morning Prayer at 10am in both Parishes.
Commemoration of the Lord’s Passion at 3pm in both Parishes.
Stations of the Cross at 7pm (St John's only).
Holy Saturday:
Morning Prayer at 10am in both Parishes.
Easter Vigil at 8:30pm in both Parishes. (No 4pm Mass)
Easter Sunday
10am in St Thomas
10am & 11:30am in St John's.
No 5pm Mass on Easter Sunday.
 
We pray for those who have died recently:
James Docherty, Mary Donaghy, Len Gray, William Thomas Sandford, Bill Strain, Catherine Sweeney, and David Andrew Wright;
and the 6 months' mind of
Margaret D’Arcy and Marion Malaney;
and the Anniversaries of
Gavin Confray, Claudina Fernandes, Hannah & John Hughes, Jim & Veronica Hutchison, Aidan Longwill, Peggy MacMillan, Margaret Nunnery, Peter Paton, Catherine & Patrick Smith, and Susan Tinsley.

Special Collection 27th March
SCIAF & Papal & Episcopal & St. Mirin’s Fund
The proceeds of this collection are divided 75% to SCIAF and 25% to our new St Mirin’s Fund. 
SCIAF is the official aid and international development charity of the Catholic Church in Scotland. It works in sixteen countries across Asia, Africa and Latin America to help the poorest in the world, regardless of religion, to work their way out of poverty. 
The St. Mirin’s Fund awards small grants for good causes that promote the Kingdom of God among us, with special consideration to: children and young people, the elderly, those with disabilities and special needs, or suffering from poverty, mental illness, homelessness or refugees. 
 
Children’s Rosary on Friday 1st April at 6:30 pm
Please bring along your Children/Grandchildren from 4 to 14 years of age to learn how to pray and lead the Rosary and help them make the Rosary part of their daily lives. The Rosary lasts about 15 minutes. The Children will also be Consecrated to Our Lady on this evening. For more details contact lesley@giffnockwards.co.uk  or call 07910266821
 
First Friday Evening Vigil 1st April
The evening begins with Holy Mass at 7pm, followed by Exposition, Rosary, Way of the Cross and Private Prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. The Evening Concludes with Night Prayer just before 9pm.
 
Stations of the Cross
On Fridays after the 10am in both Parishes and in St John's on Sunday 27th March, 3rd/ 10th April at 3pm.
 
St John's Additional Confessions during Lent
Each morning (Mon-Fri) from 9:15am to 9:45am, in the Oratory.

Thursdays of Lent
Additional Mass at 7:30am (in St John's only).
 
Marriages in 2022
Please get in touch with Fr Joe to confirm marriage & arrange to complete Pre-Nuptial Enquiry Forms as soon as possible.
 
Funeral this week St John's
Saturday 2nd April: Mary Travers.
 
Young Adults (18-30) 30th March
Fr Patten will speak on the Sacrament of Confession from 7pm in St Mirin's Cathedral. Holy Mass at 6pm and followed by Adoration and Benediction. Connect with us on social media (Facebook, Twitter and Instagram).
 
Bishop James Black RIP
This week marks the 54th anniversary since the death of Bishop James Black, the first Bishop of the Diocese of Paisley. Holy Mass will be celebrated for the repose of his soul by Bishop John Keenan at 10am on Monday 28th March in St Mirin’s Cathedral. All are welcome to attend and pray for the eternal rest of Bishop Black.
 
Synod 2023 Consultation
The objective of this Synodal Process is not to provide a temporary or one-time experience of ‘journeying together’, but rather to provide an opportunity for the entire People of God to discern together how to move forward on the path towards being a more synodal Church in the long term. The diocese wants to hear YOUR views, and a consultation document with questions that may help direct your response can be found at https://rcdop.org.uk/synod-2021-2023 . To respond, there is an online questionnaire OR you can send any responses to Synod23@rcdop.org.uk before 8th April 2022 – all responses will be acknowledged. 
 
Divine Mercy Monthly Devotions
Divine Mercy Mass at 7pm followed by Adoration on Wednesday 30th March in St Mary’s Church, 163 George Street, Paisley PA1 2UN. These devotions will be held on the last Wednesday of every month.
 
We pray for those who have died recently
Anna Mc Fadden, Elaine Stratton, and Mary Travers;
and 6 Months' Mind of
Sarah Agnes Brady and Tony McLachlan;
and the Anniversaries of
Grace Connor, John Graham, John & Josephine Hill, James McDade, Betty McFlynn, Michael McGuire, Bill McLaughlan, William McVeigh, and Agnes O’Donnell.

Annual SPUC White Flower Collection
This weekend 19th/20th March at all Masses in St John's/St Thomas. Please support the work of SPUC who defend the right to life for all, from the moment of Conception to Natural Death.
 
Special Collection - SCIAF & Papal & Episcopal & St. Mirin’s Fund
27th March
The proceeds of this collection are divided 75% to SCIAF and 25% to our new St Mirin’s Fund.
SCIAF is the official aid and international development charity of the Catholic Church in Scotland. It works in sixteen countries across Asia, Africa and Latin America to help the poorest in the world, regardless of religion, to work their way out of poverty.
The St. Mirin’s Fund awards small grants for good causes that promote the Kingdom of God among us, with special consideration to: children and young people, the elderly, those with disabilities and special needs, or suffering from poverty, mental illness, homelessness or refugees. 
 
Legion of Mary Annual Acies
This will take place here in St John's this Sunday 20th March at 2pm. It is the renewal and public expressing of our Consecration to Our Lady: “I am all yours my Queen and my Mother and all I have is yours”.
 
Parish Young Adult Group (18-30)
Calling all young adults of St John’s & St Thomas’! We are restarting our regular formation/social evenings; you are warmly invited to gather with Fr Jonathan on MONDAY 21st MARCH @ 7 PM in St John’s parish house to help plan a series of events in the coming months. Pizza will be provided!
 
Lenten Station Masses
Bishop John will celebrate our cluster Mass here in St John's this Thursday 24th March at 7pm.
 
Stations of the Cross
On Fridays after the 10am in both Parishes.
St Thomas: this Sunday 20th March at 3pm.
St John's: Sunday 27th March, 3rd, 10th April at 3pm.
 
St John's Additional Confessions during Lent
Each morning (Mon-Fri) from 9:15am to 9:45am, in the Oratory.

Thursdays of Lent
Additional Mass at 7:30am (in St John's only).
 
Rosary for Peace in Ukraine
On Friday 25th March a Rosary for Peace in Ukraine will be held in George Square, Glasgow at 6:30pm.  On the day that Pope Francis will consecrate Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, please come along to George Square at 6:30pm and join with Archbishop Nolan and the other Scottish Bishops in praying the Holy Rosary for Peace in Ukraine and for all those affected by this tragic conflict. 
 
Marriages in 2022
Please get in touch with Fr Joe to confirm marriage & arrange to complete Pre-Nuptial Enquiry Forms as soon as possible.

Funerals this week St John's:
Wed 23rd Frank Finn.
Thurs 24th Edward Stewart.
 
Young Adults (18-30) 30th March
Fr Patten will speak on the Sacrament of Confession from 7pm in St Mirin's Cathedral. Holy Mass at 6pm and followed by Adoration and Benediction. Connect with us on social media (Facebook, Twitter and Instagram).
 
Ukrainian Appeal
Thanks to all those who contributed donations, in excess of 100 boxes, and all those who organised transport and spent time sorting out the items into boxes. Also, thanks to St Luke’s High school for their donations.
 
We pray for those who have died recently
Mary Clancy,  Dave Hobson, John Devon Brown, Frank Finn, Iain Lindsay, Elizabeth McGoldrick, and Edward Stewart;
the 3 months' mind of
Patrick Kearney;
the 6 months' mind of
Eileen Chadwick;
and the Anniversaries of
John Brady, Eileen & Mark Clougherty, John Coelho,  Winnie Devlin, Patricia Duffin, Betty & Joe Gallacher, Sandra Gorrie, Lizzie Kerr, Eddie Monaghan, Jack Morton, Nancy McConachie, Dick McCormick, Kitty McCormick, Dominic McCue, Ellen McCue,  Edward McGorrian,  Gerard McGuire, Marie McGuire, Billy McKay, Billy McVey, Robert O’Neill, James MacSorley, Mary MacSorley, Martha Loiuisa De Souza, Charles Szuster, and Frank Ward.

Clergy Anniversaries: Fr. James Donnelly (1963)

Annual SPUC White Flower Collection
This will be next weekend 19/20th March at all Masses in St John's/St Thomas.
 
Ukraine Donations Appeal
Specific donations of Baby Formula, Nappies, Power Banks (battery chargers), torches, warm blankets/bedding, in good condition are required. The appeal concludes today (13th March). You can leave the donations at Our Lady’s Statue in St John's and St Thomas' Porch. SCIAF are accepting monies, which you are asked to give directly to them at www.sciaf.org.uk  or by cheque to SCIAF, 7 West Nile Street, Glasgow G1 2PR. 
 
Legion of Mary Annual Acies
This will take place here in St John's next Sunday 20th March at 2pm. It is the renewal and public expressing of our Consecration to Our Lady: “I am all yours my Queen and my Mother and all I have is yours”.
 
Parish Young Adult Group (18-30)
Calling all young adults of St John’s & St Thomas’! We are restarting our regular formation/social evenings; you are warmly invited to gather with Fr Jonathan on MONDAY 21st MARCH @ 7 PM in St John’s parish house to help plan a series of events in the coming months. Pizza will be provided!
 
St Thomas SSVP
The SSVP are here to help anyone in need. If you or someone you know, needs any material assistance, then please let us know by contacting a member of the Society, Fr Joe/Fr Jonathan.  All contact will be in confidence. The SSVP have Rosary on Mondays in church at 7:30pm prior to their meeting. All welcome to join them.
                                                                             
St Anthony’s Box Feb
St John's £243.79 & St Thomas £309.42. Monies sent to Mary’s Meals.
 
Lenten Station Masses
Bishop John will celebrate our cluster Mass here in St John's on Thursday 24th March at 7pm.
 
Stations of the Cross
On Fridays after the 10am in both Parishes and on Sunday 13th & 20th March in St Thomas at 3pm and in St John's on Sunday 27th March, 3rd, 10th April at 3pm.
 
St John's Additional Confessions during Lent
Each morning (Mon-Fri) from 9:15am to 9:45am, beginning this Monday 14th March in the Oratory.

Thursdays of Lent
Additional Mass at 7:30am (in St John's only)
 
Marriages in 2022
Please get in touch with Fr Joe to confirm marriage & arrange to complete Pre-Nuptial Enquiry Forms as soon as possible.
 
Young Adults (18-30) 30th March
Fr Patten will speak on the Sacrament of Confession from 7pm in St Mirin's Cathedral. Holy Mass at 6pm and followed by Adoration and Benediction. Connect with us on social media (Facebook, Twitter and Instagram).
 
100 Club Winners
Feb: L. Meechan No 122, W. Hood No18.
These are still to be collected along with Dec: P & S Brady No 148.
 
Synod of Bishops Rome '23
Paper copies for questionnaire now available. You can complete this and hand it in or online via Facebook, QR code or https://forms.office.com/r/yMuMrM64Vh. For more details on Synod see https://rcdop.org.uk/synod-2021-2023
 
We pray for those who have died recently
Jim Canning, Shaun Carlin, Jimmy Coyle, John Doherty, Charlie McGeever, and Edward Stewart;
and the 4th Months' mind of
James Fleming;
and the Anniversaries of
Morag Cassells, Anju Fernandes, Greta & Jack Hickey, Stephen Hickey, Jane Jardine, Teresa Leckie, Margaret Mullews, Elizabeth & Thomas Murphy, Edward McAllister, David & Robert McCarthy, Eddie Mc Lafferty, Jim Ross, Fred Seils, and Margaret Wallis.