Thirty Third Sunday in Ordinary Time FIRST READING 16 November Isaiah2014 43:18-19.21-22.24First Reading: Proverbs 31:10-13. 19-20. 30-31 A perfect wife-who can find her? She is far beyond the price of pearls. Her husband’s heart has confidence in her, from her he will derive no little profit. Advantage and not hurt she brings him all the days of her life. She is always busy with wool and with flax, she does her work with eager hands. She sets her hands to the distaff, her fingers grasp the spindle. She holds out her hand to the poor, she opens her arms to the needy. Charm is deceitful, and beauty empty; the woman who is wise is the one to praise. Give her a share in what her hands have worked for, and let her works tell her praises at the city gates. Response to Psalm:O blessed are those who fear the Lord. Second Reading: 1Thessalonians 5:1-6 You will not be expecting us to write anything to you, brothers, about ‘times and seasons’, since you know very well that the Day of the Lord is going to come like a thief in the night. It is when people are saying, ‘How quiet and peaceful it is’ that the worst suddenly happens, as suddenly as labour pains come on a pregnant woman; and there will be no way for anybody to evade it. But it is not as if you live in the dark, my brothers, for that Day to overtake you like a thief. No, you are all sons of light and sons of the day: we do not belong to the night or to darkness, so we should not go on sleeping, as everyone else does, but stay wide awake and sober. Alleluia, alleluia! Even if you have to die, says the Lord, keep faithful, and I will give you the crown of life Alleluia! Gospel: Matthew 25:14-30 Jesus spoke this parable to his disciples. “The kingdom of heaven is like a man on his way abroad who summoned his servants and entrusted his property to them. To one he gave five talents, to another two, to a third is one; each in proportion to his ability. Then he set out. Now a long time after, the master of those servants came back and went through his accounts with them. The man who had received the five talents came forward bringing five more. “Sir,” he said “you entrusted me with five talents; here are five more that I have made.” His master said to him, “Well done, good and faithful servant; you have shown you can be faithful in small things, I will trust you with greater; come and join in your master’s happiness”. Second Collection at masses from next Weekend November 23 for the Cathedral Restoration Work. Phase 1 of the work is estimated to cost €280,000. A lot of fundraising to undertake to complete all the phases! We appreciate any support you can give. Keeping Children Safe The diocese of Killala is fully committed to keeping children safe. If you have any issues or concerns around their safety in any circumstance please tel. your Local Safeguarding Representative Sr. Maureen, Rockwell, Ballina Tel. 087-7955726/ 096-23066 or the Diocesan confidential number: 087-1003554 , 'How could a sinner produce signs like this?' And there was them. Priest on Duty: 087-2586015 Baptism: Renzo Luiz Forde Breier, Ballinameen, Boyle St. Muredach’s Cathedral – Daily Masses Monday, 17 November 10 am Deceased Ferguson family, Ballyholan Nancy & John Lyons, Garden St.; Deceased Organ Donors; Mary Geraghty, Childers Heights. John & Mary Ruane, Corrimba; Deceased Ruane & McLoughlin family. Tuesday, 18 November 10 am Sheila & Mick Smyth, Greenhills; Jim & Mary Agnes, Vincie, Sonny & Kevin Smyth; John McHugh, Donegal. Mary & Tommy Smith, Church Rd. Delia & David Carden; Deceased Carden, Donegan & Holmes families. Deceased Molloy family, The Quay; Deceased Cloonan family, Tuam. Wednesday, 19 November 10am Joanne Reilly Wynne, St. Muredach’s Tce. (First Anniversary) Thursday 20 November 10 am Eddie & Eileen Curry, Sligo Rd.; Deceased Curry, Crean Families. Rosaleen Collins-West, Bunree; John, Mary & Deceased McLoughlin family, Drummin, Westport. Kieran Carroll, Ardnaree/Atlanta. Friday 21 November 10 am Marion Kenny, Rehins; Deceased Kenny & Jordan families. Michael Coggins, Corrimbla North; Christina Mackey, Dublin. William Kennedy, Killala Rd. Saturday, 22 November 10 am Sheila Diamond, Dublin/Ballina (Month’s Mind) St. Patrick’s Church – Daily Masses Monday, 17 November 8 a.m. Intention 7.30 pm Toddy Garvey, Ardoughan. James, Annie & Peggy Coolican, Tullyegan; Michael Robinson, London; Mary Jane Lewis, U.S.A. Tuesday, 18 November 8 a.m. Intention. 9.30 am Raul Mosmann, Brazil. Annie Harris nee Corcoran, Convent Hill/Brighton; Deceased Corcoran Family; Carmel & Sean Walker, Convent Hill. Wednesday, 19 November 8 a.m. Intention. 9.30 am James, Luke, Mary & Kitty Clarke, Gurteens. Micheal McGrath, Libadore/Belmullet Deceased McGrath & Birrane families. Thursday, 20 November 8 am Terry & Mairead Campbell, Ardnaree; Agnes Munnelly 9.30 am Winnie Muldoon, 14 Fenian Row; Nora & Tom Myers, Ballinrobe Friday, 21 November 8 a.m. Intention. 9.30 am John Ruane, St. Patrick’s Est. (Month’s Mind) Saturday 22 November 9.30 am Michael Maughan, 3 The Brook. Deaths: Teresa Murphy, Breaffy/Shanaghy. Preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation. A meeting of the Parents Co-ordinating Committee will take th place on Monday night (17 November) at 7pm at St. Patrick's Parish Centre. The next "You shall be my witnesses" meeting for all of the Confirmation children of the parish will take place on Thursday next (20th November) from 7-8pm. The theme of the third meeting is "How can I be a Christian in today's world". Prayer Guidance and meditation on Wednesday night from 7pm to 8 pm in St. Patrick's Church. Each session lasts for 1 hour and is conducted in a quiet relaxed atmosphere with gentle music and guided reflection on a passage of Scripture. All welcome. Christmas Craft Fair in Pastoral Centre Sunday December 14 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Individuals/groups interested in having a stall at the Craft Fair should telephone the Parish Office 70555 between 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Friday to book a stall. Proceeds to Cathedral Renovation Fund. Mass at 7.30 pm in the Cathedral Saturday November 22 for the Deceased Ballina Golf Club members and Deceased Canalside Residents. Mass of Remembrance on Sunday November 16 in the Cathedral at 3 p.m.: Celebrant: Fr. Brendan Hoban St.Vincent De Paul Society would like to sincerely thank to all who contributed to last week’s annual appeal. Donations can also be made through the Teeling St. SVP office at any time. Croi Ballina Branch Meeting on Tuesday November 18 in Ballina Community Centre at 8 p.m. New members welcome. Bridie’s Swimming School Now offering swimming lessons for children 4 yrs and over at all levels. Starting Monday 24th November at Ballina Swimming Pool from 3.30pm until 4pm.Contact Bridie Patten 083 1481603 Newman Institute Talks Mary Larkin-Psychotherapist/ Master Trainer of Suicide First Aid. Topic: ‘Effects of Bullying on Children ‘ on Monday November 17 at 8pm. Workshop entitled “A Celebration of God’s Word” in The Newman Institute on Thursday November 27 at 7.30pm. Workshop of special interest to those who read in Church, focussing on message of Advent Scriptures, to empower, encourage and enable Readers of the Word to assist in delivering that message. To book tel. 72066 [email protected] Kennedy Open lecture @ 8pm on November 20 with Guest Speaker John Waters: writer, speaker & thinker on the topic “Faith and Knowledge”. Admission free. Booking essential. Tel. 72066. Ballina Active Retirement Table Quiz at 2.30 p.m. on Wednesday November 19 in the Pastoral Centre. Weekend Mass & Confession Times St. Muredach’s Cathedral Vigil Mass 7.30pm. Sunday: 8.30am; 11am & 12.30pm Confessions: Sat. 12noon -1pm & 6.30pm – 7.15pm St. Patrick’s Church Vigil Mass: Saturday 8pm;Sunday: 10am & 12Noon Confessions: Saturday 7.30pm to 7.50pm Emergency Numbers Useful Numbers Women’s Refuge Service 094 90 25409 Organ Donation 1890 543639 Rape Crisis Centre 1800 234 900 Citizens Information Centre 076 1075990 Gardai 999 Priest 087 2586015 Cura 094 24866 Samaritans 1850 60 90 90 Aids Helpline 091 566266 Bookshop in the Pastoral Centre. Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Friday A large selection of cribs, Christmas Cards, and other Christmas items in stock Last opportunity to return a completed Enduring Certificate Form(ie Tax Rebate Form) if you have contributed €250 or more in 2013. The end of November is the cut off date. . 220 parishioners have already done so, triple last year’s number. If you are eligible to complete a form, please do so. It will not affect you financially but the money that can be claimed back from the Revenue Commissioners is urgently required for the Cathedral Restoration. Ballina Family Resource Centre Crochet Classes for Beginners (Adult) On every Tuesday evenings from 7pm – 9pm. Crochet hooks & wool will be provided to get you started. WARNING; CROCHET IS ADDICTIVE. For more information contact Helen at 0876956652 Over 55 Club Thank you to all who came and supported the Cake Sale Fundraiser in the Pastoral Centre on Sunday 9 November. Thank you to all the people who donated including members and supporters of the Club. 5km walk in Belleek Woods on Tuesday November 19, All welcome. Start is at 1.30pm at the Over 55 Club. Table Quiz at 9.30pm on Friday November 27. in Dillons’ Bar & Restaurant, Ballina. Community Showcase Event, Moy Valley Over 55 Club and the Mayo Volunteer Centre are in Áras Inis Gluaire from 11am-1pm on Tuesday November 18 Community groups and local charities will provide information of local initiatives, fundraisers and projects that people can get involved with and learn about. Tel. 087 2785365 or email [email protected] or visit www.moyvalley.ie. NCBI Garden St. Charity for the Blind in Ireland. Need your bric-a-brac/household/bed linen/clothes. Donate to Shop, Garden St. Mon – Sat. 9.30 a.m. – 5.30 p.m. Ballina Salmon Festival, A.G.M in the Courthouse Hotel on th Tuesday 25 November at 8.30pm. All are welcome. Soroptimist Quiz in the Loft Bar on Thursday November 20 at 8pm in aid of St. Vincent de Paul. Tables €40. Bag Packing for Aware in Dunnes Stores on Thursday November 20. Help needed. Tel. Margaret 087 7711794 if willing to help. Parkrun Ballina Start your New Year’s resolution early. Sign up for the free 5K timed Run/Walk on Saturday November 22 @ 9.30 am Belleek and every Saturday morning thereafter. Register on parkrun.ie or Contact Ann Egan on 087 4186895. Enniscrone Golf Club Quiz night on Thursday November 20 at 8.30 p.m. Table of 4 for €20. Ox mountain ramblers walking group Ballina New members welcome tel. Janet after 3 p.m. tel. 086 8421252. Ballina Guild of Irish Countrywomen’s Association Fun table quiz in aid of Make a Wish Foundation Ireland in Keane’s Bar, The Quay, Ballina on Friday November 21 at 9 p.m. Tables of 4 for €20. Centre for the unemployed Teeling Street are offering 8 hours free training for the month of November on using the internet, email, Skype etc.. Course is open to all. To book a place please call 096 70885 Fire Brigade 999 Gardai 096 20560 Childline 1800 666 666 St. Vincent de Paul 72905 Ballina Hospital 21166 Westdoc 1850 365 000 Accord 21478 MABS 076-1072660 Grow 094 9026417