Thirty Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

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

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