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Monday 17th August – Our Lady of Knock
Thursday 20th August – St. Bernard, Abbot and Doctor of the Church
Friday 21st August – St Pius, Pope

POPE’S AUGUST PRAYER INTENTION: ‘FOR EVANGELIZATION IN THE CITY’

Pope Leo XIV has urged Catholics across the globe to join him this August in praying for evangelization in the city.

In his prayer, Pope Leo asks the “Good Shepherd” who “walks through our streets and squares,” to “enter tall buildings and humble neighbourhoods,” and to “silently accompany millions” of people who “seek meaning amid noise and haste.” The Pope acknowledges that while cities are meant to be places of “freedom and opportunity,” they can also become “spaces of anonymity and isolation.”

Thus, he expressed his hope that urban environments may provide “fertile ground” for proclaiming the Gospel.

The Holy Father also prayed that the faithful make “simple and loving gestures,” and do so together as a community that “goes forth,” and combats indifference and isolation with presence and fraternity.

Parishioners are encouraged to make donations to the parish either by using the parish offertory envelopes or by means of standing order. One-off donations are also welcome.

If you would like to donate using parish offertory envelopes and don’t already do so, please contact in confidence

Maria, Parish Support Officer – telephone 028 92 660206 email lisburn@downandconnor.org

Alternatively, if you would prefer to make a monthly offering to the Church by means of a standing order please contact the above number.

We are very grateful and appreciate the generosity of the many parishioners who support us throughout the year.

AUGUST & SEPTEMBER 2026 at LOUGH DERG

“A pilgrimage has a vital part to play in our life of faith, for it removes us from our daily routines, and gives us time and space to encounter God more deeply.”

Pope Leo XIV

Three Day Pilgrimages – In the tradition of prayer, fasting and keeping Vigil

Begin on any day of the week until Thursday 13th August.

Admission €85. Discounts available for Groups, Seniors & Students.

One Day Retreats – Guided Days of Prayer and Reflection – places available on

August 18th, 22nd, 23rd, 29th and 31st

September 5th, 6th, 9th, 12th, 15th, 19th and 20th

Admission €50. Group discounts available. Advance Booking Essential .

Includes Special Themed Retreats:

23rd August – St Peregrine

5th September – Pioneer Pilgrimage

6th September – St Carlos Acutis

9th & 12th September – Vocations Monstrance

19th September – Divine Mercy Pilgrimage

Heritage Day Tours – Explore one of Ireland ’s most enduring and authentic spiritual destinations. Thursday 20th August. 11am & 2:30pm. As part of National Heritage Week celebrations visitors will enjoy a guided boat trip on the lake, guided tour of Station

Island and refreshments.

Admission €15. Student & Child discounts available. Advance Booking Essential.

Lakeshore Pilgrim Path Pilgrimage – In the footsteps of pilgrims through the centuries

Sunday 30th August. 8km & 12km routes, fully guided. Outdoor Mass weather permitting.

Admission €25. Advance Booking Essential.

NEW FOR 2026 SEASON – Overnight accommodation available on Station Island the night before beginning a Retreat or Pilgrimage.

Lough Derg, Pettigo, Co Donegal. F94 PC60

www.loughderg.org email. info@loughderg.org Tel. 0719861518

Senior Ladies continue their preparations for Championship which starts with an away fixture to Aeracha Uladh at Mallusk on Tuesday 25th August 2026 with a throw in at 7pm.

Senior Men have played first two games in the Championship and unfortunately, have lost both.

Next up for them is an away trip to Ahoghill on Friday 21st August with a throw in at 6:45pm. This is now a must win game if they have any chance of proceeding in the competition.

24 HOURS OF ADORATION ON THE FEAST OF OUR LADY’S ASSUMPTION

To honour the Feast of Our Lady’s Assumption the Legion of Mary are organising 24 hours of Eucharistic Adoration in St Agnes Church. Adoration will begin after the 7pm Mass on Friday 14th August and will continue throughout the night and throughout the day, ending before 6.30 vigil Mass on 15th August.

St Theresa of Calcutta described time spent with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament as the

“best time you will spend on earth”.

Please come along and give thanks to Our Lady and her Son, Jesus.

SATURDAY 15TH AUGUST IS THE FEAST OF THE ASSUMPTION OF OUR LADY

Saturday 10.00 am Mass

Vigil Mass as normal at 6.30pm

Bishop Alan will be celebrating Mass in Irish as part of the Fleadh on Sunday August 9th at 11am in St Patrick’s Church, Donegall Street .