SAINT OF THE WEEK
St. Vincent de Paul (1581–1660) is remembered as the patron saint of charity and a model of Christ’s love for the poor. Born in France to a humble farming family, Vincent was ordained a priest at 19 and soon became known for his compassion and practical wisdom. He devoted his life to serving those most in need—orphans, prisoners, the sick, and the destitute—believing that faith must be lived through action.
To organise his efforts, Vincent founded the Congregation of the Mission (Vincentians) and, with St. Louise de Marillac, the Daughters of Charity. These communities cared for the poor and trained clergy with a spirit of humility and service.
Today,countless St. Vincent de Paul Societies continue his mission worldwide,including in our parish. His example reminds us that every act of kindness, however small, brings God’s love to life in our community.
Rev. Patrick Corkery SJ
SATURDAYMORNING TALKS
Fr. Brendan Commerford SJ will be offering talks on key figures in the history of Christian Spirituality on Saturday mornings, beginning October 11th, 10.00 – 12.00. There will be seven sessions in all.
October
11th The Beguines
18th Francis of Assisi
25th Meister Eckhart
November:
1st Erasmus
8th Martin Luther
15th Thomas Merton
22nd Roger of Taizé.
STEP FORWARD—SHARE YOUR GIFTS!
Do you love to read, sing, serve, or help out at Mass? Our parish is 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. Everyone is welcome, and training will be provided. Thank you for considering sharing your time and talents with our community!
READING CLUB
Our next meeting will be on Monday, 29th September from 10.00am until 12.00pm in the John Sullivan Room. Our book for this session is The Essence of Prayer by RuthBorrows, OCD. The next book will be The History of the Bible by John Barton.
DO YOU LIKE TO SING?
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.
LEAD, KINDLY LIGHT
An evening of music and poetry in aid of a new organ in University Church.
The event will be held on 9th October, St. Henry Newman’s Feast Day, at 7 pm in the theatre of the Royal Irish Academy of Music, 36-28 Westland Row. A wine and canapé reception follows. Details and booking: https://www.riam.ie/
OVERCROWDED ACCOMMODATION IN NORTH INNER CITY
Do you share your bedroom with 2 or more people? Do you feel like there are too many people in your home?
If so, the Jesuit Centre for Faith and Justice would like to talk with you.
I work for JCFJ as a housing researcher. Our offices are here in Gardiner St and Fr Niall Leahy SJ is our new Director. I have started gathering people’s stories about living in overcrowded accommodation in the North Inner City.
If you answered yes to one or both of the above questions, are privately renting, and you would like to tell me about your experience, please email me, Alexia, ataobrien@jcfj.ie. All conversations are held in confidence, and I never use people’s names. Thank you, Alexia.
LAST WEEK’S COLLECTION
Church: €882.Share: €156
Card reader: €325
Thanks for your continued support