The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe 23rd November 2025

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

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

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