Dear Friends,
Today is the28th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Saint of the Week – St. Ignatius of Antioch (d. 107 AD) – Friday, 17th October
This very early martyr is celebrated for seven letters he wrote. Little is known of his life. He was probably of Syrian origin. He became the second or third bishop of Antioch in Syria. Here, when an oldish man, he was sentence to death, and was sent to Rome to be thrown to the wild beasts at the public ‘games’. It was during this journey that he wrote his letters. The best known of these letters is one in which he implores the Roman Christians not to try to get him reprieved. He does not wish to miss the chance of being a martyr for Christ. This may seem strange to us today but shows the depth of Ignatius’ faith in Christ. In due course, Ignatius was thrown to the beasts in the Colosseum in Rome and, so, got his wish!
Reading Club
Our next meeting will be on Monday, 13th October from 10.00am until 12.00pm in the John Sullivan Room. We will conclude our reading of The Essence of Prayer by Ruth Burrows, OCD, and tomorrow will begin with an introduction to The Tears of Things by Richard Rohr, OFM, followed by The History of the Bible by John Barton.
Saturday Morning Talks
Our next session will be on Saturday, October 18th. I will speak on Francis of Assisi.
There will be five more sessions in this series. Further talks will focus on the life and spirituality of Meister Eckhart; Erasmus; Martin Luther; Thomas Merton; Roger of Taizé.
Fr. Brendan
BL. JOHNSULLIVAN SJ MONTHLY MASS
The monthly Mass in honour of Blessed John Sullivan SJ will be celebrated on Saturday 18th October at 1 pm.
SHRINE CANDLES
From herein shrine candles will be available from the shop during the weekdays and in the sacristy at weekends. Thank you for your cooperation.
STEP FORWARD—SHARE YOUR GIFTS!
We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join our team as readers, collectors, ministers of the Eucharist, and choir members. No experience needed—just a willing spirit and an open heart! If you’d like to get involved and make a difference, leave your contact details at the church office.
THE LITTLE 11-TODAY
A dedicated team of safeguarded volunteers leads children in faith formation activities such as guided prayer, storytelling, and drawing. These sessions, lasting approximately 15–20 minutes, take place in the Coffee Room opposite the entrance to the Pope Francis corridor. Parents are welcome to attend.
DO YOU LIKE TOSING ?
If you like singing, or are looking to join a choir, or sang years ago and would like to take it up again ... we will give you a warm welcome on Sunday mornings for11am mass. Singing releases endorphins, reduces stress, is sociable and fun, and builds community. As St Augustine said “when you sing for you pray twice !”
Get in touch through the Sacristy or the shop with your details. Or pop up to Margaret(Cantor) any Sunday at 11am mass. Alternatively you can send an email togardinerstreetchoir@gmail.com
And spread theword please! If you have any friends, neighbours or relatives who like to sing, let them know, they would be most welcome.
MANRESA JESUITCENTRE OF SPIRITUALITY
Pilgrim Ways
Do you think of your life as a journey?
The Irish pilgrim paths and the Camino have timeless meaning and speak to thousands every year. We invite seasoned and prospective walkers to come along on the third Thursday night of each month for some reflective time focused on the experience of or in anticipation of pilgrimage.
The gatherings will involve some input, quiet time and conversation and prayer. You may know of upcoming walks or want to share trail discoveries. Where walkers gather there’s sure to be advice, recommendations and encouragement!
Advent Triduum
Come aside for a time of watching and waiting
in this 4-nightresidential retreat of prayer and stillness.
Mon-Fri, 1-5December 2025 (€480)
Mon-Fri, 8-12December 2025 (€480)
New Year Retreat
Begin the year with stillness and blessing on a
3-nightresidential retreat of prayer and reflection.
Monday, 29December 2025 -
Thursday, 1January 2026 (€390)
To learn more,visit https://www.manresa.ie/events
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