Ordinary Time · Year A · "You are Peter, and I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven." — Matthew 16:13-20
21st Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday 23 August 2026
Mass Times
| Saturday Vigil | 4:00 PM | For the intentions of all parishioners |
| Saturday Vigil | 5:30 PM | St Bridget's, Eaglesham — Vigil Mass |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM | For the intentions of all parishioners |
| Sunday | 10:15 AM | For the intentions of all parishioners |
| Sunday | 12:00 PM | For the intentions of all parishioners |
| Sunday | 4:00 PM | For the intentions of all parishioners |
| Monday | 9:30 AM | Feast of St Bartholomew — Holy Mass |
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM | Weekday Mass / Adoration 6:30–7:30pm |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM | Service of the Word with Holy Communion |
| Friday | 9:30 AM | Feast of St Augustine — Holy Mass. Tea in hall. |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM | Confessions & Adoration — 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM |
This Week
Note: This week, Wednesday 26 August at 9:30am is a Service of the Word with Holy Communion rather than Mass. Friday 28 August is the Feast of St Augustine with tea in the hall after Mass.
Today's Readings
First Reading
Isaiah 22:15, 19-23
"I will place on his shoulder the key of the house of David."
Psalm
Psalm 138(137)
"O LORD, your merciful love is eternal; discard not the work of your hands."
Second Reading
Romans 11:33-36
"From him and through him and to him are all things."
Gospel
Matthew 16:13-20
"You are Peter, and I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven."
Prayers
Please pray for our sick:
Prayer Request
Mary Montgomery, Adrianne Hegarty, Davie Docherty, Brian Shevlin, Sr Maire Gallagher, Alice Barrett, Magdalene Ho, Peter McGrillen, Gerry di Bona, Margaret Ross, Linda Horrocks, James Garrety, David Purdon, Colin Johnstone, Frank Burns Snr, Jo Reilly, Scott Douglas, Sarah Barron, Sarah Harrison, Kim Borthwick, Isobel Donaghy, Jackie Doogan, Samantha McMorrin, Winnie O'Neill, Cathy Shaw, Maisie Dallas, Donald Davidson, Martha Linton, Jim McKean, Rose Docherty, Bridget Murphy, Margaret McKenzie, Martin Shields.
Please pray for those who have died recently:
Eternal Rest
Irene Hastie, Gaetana Previti, Guido Faccenda, Mary Doherty, Pat Quinn, Donald Gunn Graham, Jean Boyle, Terry McLaughlin, Michael McFadden, Bridget Docherty.
Anniversaries:
Anniversary
Jim McGrath, Patrick Byrnes, John Devlin, Elizabeth Grady, Arthur Devine, Thomas McCormick, Helen Coyle, Joe Sexton, Anne & Rose Jarvie, Fr. Owen Traynor, Canon G. Kieran Gallacher, Fr. Richard Fennessy.
Mass Offerings — A Note:
Data Protection
Please indicate on any envelope with a Mass Offering whether the person is recently deceased or if it is their anniversary — "RIP" alone doesn't tell us which list. Under Data Protection legislation, anyone who is sick and whom you wish to have prayed for publicly must give their permission. Please indicate this on the envelope; if not included, the Mass will still be offered but the name cannot appear in the bulletin.
Collections & Parish Lottery
9 August 2026
Offertory Collections
Last weekend's offertory collections raised £2,816 at St Joseph's and £105 at St Bridget's. Thank you for your continued generosity.
There will be a Diocesan Special Collections Appeal at all the Masses next week. Please give what you can.
July & August Draws
Summer Lottery Draws — Winners Announced
Due to the summer holidays, the draws for July and August were delayed. July was our special summer promotional draw and there were SEVEN £100 winners: Catriona James, Anne Duncan, Sarah Rooney, Eddie McVey, Anthony Gerry Hendry, Ken McCabe, and Claire Catena.
Many thanks and welcome to all our many new members who joined during the summer promotion.
There were the usual four £100 prizes for August, won by: Claire Catena, Gerry Deeney, Helena Partyka, and Claire La Combre.
You can join the lottery for only £5 per month via the parish website or by contacting Chris McLaughlin by telephone/SMS/WhatsApp on 07957644546.
Parish Notices
Tue 25 Aug · 2:00 PM
Tuesday Club Restarts
The Tuesday Club will restart on 25 August at 2pm. All are welcome. For more information, contact Mary Fox on 638 7340.
Volunteers Needed
New Volunteers Wanted
Children's Liturgy is looking for new volunteers. Commitment is approximately one 10.15am Mass a month, with lots of support available from the experienced volunteers.
Contact Pauline McGuire on 07752 027 020.
Thu 3 Sep · 8:00 PM
Journey of Faith — RCIA Programme
If you are seeking to join the Catholic Church, our next weekly RCIA programme will begin on Thursday 3 September at 8pm in the church house.
Please contact Jacqueline Seenan on 07850 708418.
Reflection
"Who Do You Say I Am?"
In Sunday's Gospel (Matthew 16:13–20), Jesus asks: "Who do you say that I am?" Peter answers from the heart: "You are the Christ, the Son of the living God."
Sharing our faith doesn't mean preaching at people or having all the answers. It can be as simple as telling someone what Jesus means to us. This week, think about how you would answer Jesus' question — and look for one small opportunity to share that answer with someone else.
Diocese of Paisley Notices
Thu 1 – Fri 9 July 2027
Youth to Lourdes 2027
The Diocese of Paisley Youth pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place from Thursday 1 to Friday 9 July 2027, for young people in S3-S6 in 2026-27.
Register your interest at tinyurl.com/Y2L2027-interest.
New Movement
Young Caritas Scotland — Get Involved
Young Caritas Scotland, launched by SCIAF, is a new national movement to engage young adults in the international work of the Catholic Church.
To find out how you can get involved, please visit sciaf.org.uk/youngcaritas.
Tue 8 – Thu 10 Sep
Rachael's Vineyard Retreat
A Rachael's Vineyard retreat for spiritual and emotional healing after abortion will be held in Glasgow from Tuesday 8 to Thursday 10 September. This confidential, supportive retreat is powerful for anyone who has been affected by their own or someone else's abortion experience.
Visit rachelsvineyard.org.uk or contact Sr Andrea on 07816942824 or sisterandrea@rachelsvineyard.org.uk.
Sat 5 Sep · £30pp
March for Life UK 2026
In partnership with SPUC, you are invited to join Bishop John Keenan on his coach to London for March for Life UK 2026. The coach departs midnight Friday 4 September, costing £30 per person.
Book your place at rcdop.org.uk/marchforlife2026.
Sat 19 Sep · Glasgow
SPUC National Conference
The Society for the Protection of Unborn Children national conference will be held in Glasgow on Saturday 19 September. This empowering event is a great opportunity to gather with like-minded people, learn effective strategies, and fuel your passion for defending the most vulnerable among us — unborn babies.
Find out more at spuc.org.uk/spuc-national-conference.
Survey Open
Be Part of the National Conversation
The Bishops' Conference of Scotland is encouraging us to take part in the UK Government's National Conversation, which invites people to share their experiences and hopes. Our faith calls us to be active participants in society, working for the common good.
This is an opportunity for us to share the positive impact of our parishes, schools, charities and communities, as well as the values that inspire us to build a more compassionate and united society. Please complete the survey at national-conversation.ox.ac.uk.
2026 Sessions
Safeguarding Induction Training
If you are a new volunteer, or one who completed Part 1 training more than two years ago, please sign up for one of these sessions:
- Tue 25 Aug, 7pm — Diocesan Centre, Paisley
- Sat 19 Sep, 10.30am — St Mary's, Greenock
- Tue 6 Oct, 7pm — St Joseph's, Clarkston
- Sat 14 Nov, 10.30am — Diocesan Centre, Paisley
Contact 0141 847 6138 or safeguardingadmin@rcdop.org.uk.
Now on DAB
Radio Maria UK Now on DAB
Radio Maria is now available on DAB radio here. Bishop John commented: "I warmly welcome the news that Radio Maria UK has secured a DAB signal covering the majority of Scotland's population… This… will enable many more people to access programmes that nourish faith, inspire hope and strengthen our Catholic community."
Explore the schedule at radiomaria.uk/schedule.
August 2026
Bishop John's August Prayer Intention
Justice and Peace. We pray for justice and peace in our communities and throughout the world. May we actively seek to build a culture of peace, addressing the injustices that divide us and working towards reconciliation and understanding among all people.
August 2026
Pope Leo's August Prayer Intention
For evangelization in the city. Let us pray that in large cities often marked by anonymity and loneliness we find new ways to proclaim the Gospel, discovering creative paths to build community.
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