Ordinary Time · Year A · "I do not say to you seven times, but seventy times seven." — Matthew 18:21-35
The 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday 13th September 2026
Mass Times
| Saturday Vigil | 4:00 PM | Vigil Mass for the 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time |
| Saturday Vigil | 5:30 PM | Saint Bridget's, Eaglesham — Vigil Mass |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM | Holy Mass — 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time |
| Sunday | 10:15 AM | Holy Mass — 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time |
| Sunday | 12:00 PM | Holy Mass — 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time |
| Sunday | 4:00 PM | Holy Mass — 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time |
| Monday | 9:30 AM | Funeral Mass — Niall Lawless (Exaltation of the Holy Cross) |
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM | Communion Service (Feast of St Mirin). Adoration 6:30–7:30pm |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM | Communion Service (Feast of St Ninian) |
| Friday | 9:30 AM | Communion Service. Tea in hall. Church cleaning |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM | Confessions & Adoration — 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM |
This Week
Saint Bridget's, Eaglesham — Saturday Vigil Mass: 5:30pm. Confessions on request.
PLEASE NOTE: The car park will be closed on Thursday 17th and Friday 18th September for re-lining. Please leave sufficient time to park elsewhere if attending church on those days.
Today's Readings
First Reading
Sirach 27:30-28:7
"Forgive your neighbour the wrong he has done, and then your sins will be pardoned when you pray."
Psalm
Psalm 103(102)
"The LORD is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger and rich in mercy."
Second Reading
Romans 14:7-9
"Whether we live or whether we die, we are the Lord's."
Gospel
Matthew 18:21-35
"I do not say to you seven times, but seventy times seven."
Today's Readings
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, Frank Doherty, Scott Henderson, Theresa Shevlin, Karen McNee, Cathie Grant.
Please pray for those who have died recently:
Eternal Rest
Elizabeth O'Hara, Niall Lawless, Helena Tierney, Anne Young, Kathleen Cassidy, John Gilfeather, John McHugh, Winston McGarvey, Peter Kho, Margaret Lafferty, Irene Meechan, Michael Connor, Martina Rafferty, Michael Doogan, Clare McGinness, Patrick McCurry.
Six Months' Mind:
In Memoriam
Rona McPhee.
Anniversaries:
Anniversary
Brian Dowling, Paula Gowans, James Doran, Frank & Brian McMahon, Hugh Speirs, Fr Donald Bonnar, Canon James Morrow.
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
Weekend of 6th September
Last Weekend's Collections
Thank you to everyone who contributed to last weekend's collections.
Saint Joseph's: £3,085. Building fund £1,402.
Saint Bridget's: £90. Building fund £105.
Second collections: Today — Vocations. Next week — Sick and retired clergy.
Your generosity is greatly appreciated and supports the ongoing life and mission of our parishes.
Parish Notices
Thu 17th & Fri 18th September
Car Park Closure for Re-lining
Please note that the car park will be closed on Thursday 17th and Friday 18th September for re-lining.
Please leave sufficient time to park elsewhere if attending church on those days. We apologise for any inconvenience.
Thursdays · 8:00 PM
RCIA Programme — Thursdays at 8pm
The RCIA programme for those interested in coming into the Church continues on Thursdays at 8pm in the church house.
For further information, please contact Jacqueline Seenan on 07850 708418.
Weekly
Tea and Coffee After Mass
Tea and coffee are served after Mass at the following times:
- 1st Sunday of the month after the 10:15am Mass, with children's crafts.
- 2nd and 4th Sundays after the 12 noon Mass, with home baking.
- Fridays after the 9:30am Mass.
All are very welcome to join us.
Available Now
Bricks and Coping Stones Available
There are bricks and coping stones left over from the repair work on the boundary wall. Any parishioner who can make use of these is welcome to take them — removal to be carried out by the person taking them.
A small donation would be welcome.
Sun 4th October · After 12 noon Mass
Picnic For the Planet
St Joseph's Justice and Peace group and St Cadoc's Care of Creation group invite you to the Picnic for the Planet on Sunday 4th October in the Hall after the 12 noon Mass.
A community picnic celebrating the Season of Creation and the Feast of St Francis of Assisi. Enjoy food, conversation, information, and activities for how we can care for our common home.
This Week
Sharing our Faith — Who Could You Invite?
In this Sunday's Gospel, Peter asks Jesus, "How often must I forgive?" Jesus' answer reminds us that the mercy we have received from God is never meant to stop with us. Having experienced mercy ourselves, we are called to become people of mercy for others.
The same is true of our faith. Faith is not something we are given simply to keep to ourselves. It is a gift to be shared. There are people all around us who may be quietly searching, questioning or wondering about God. Our invitation, our friendship or our example may be the way Christ reaches them.
This week, perhaps ask yourself: Who is one person with whom I could gently share something of the faith that has been given to me?
Diocese of Paisley Notices
Sun 13th September · 1:45–5:00 PM
P4 to P7 Retreat Day — "Called by God"
The theme for this year's retreat days will be "Called by God", beginning with Abraham — called to go.
Sunday 13th September, 1:45–5pm, St James', Paisley, PA3 2LD. Holy Mass. Light meal.
Registration is necessary: https://tinyurl.com/DPY-September-Retreat
Tue 15th September · 6:30 PM
Diocesan Vocations Mass
Bishop John invites you to St Mirin's Cathedral on Tuesday 15th September at 6:30pm, the Feast of Saint Mirin.
Thu 1st – Fri 9th July 2027
Diocesan Youth Pilgrimage to Lourdes
The Diocesan Youth pilgrimage to Lourdes takes place from Thursday 1st to Friday 9th July 2027, for those in S3–S6 during 2026-27.
Visit https://tinyurl.com/Y2L2027-interest for more information.
New Initiative
Young Caritas Scotland
Young Caritas Scotland, launched by SCIAF, is a new national movement to engage young adults in the international work of the Catholic Church.
Visit sciaf.org.uk/youngcaritas for more information.
Sat 19th September · Glasgow
SPUC National Conference
The Society for the Protection of Unborn Children national conference takes place in Glasgow on Saturday 19th 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.
Fri 16th – Sun 18th October
Beginning Experience Weekend
A weekend for those who find themselves suffering bereavement through divorce, separation or widowhood.
Friday 16th to Sunday 18th October, Conforti Centre, Coatbridge.
Contact Maggie on 07786687631 or beginningexperiencescotland2@gmail.com.
Various Dates
Safeguarding Induction Training — 2026
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.
Contact 0141 847 6138 or safeguardingadmin@rcdop.org.uk.
- Sat 19th September, 10:30am, St Mary's, Greenock
- Tue 6th October, 7pm, St Joseph's, Clarkston
- Sat 31st October, 10:30am, Diocesan Centre, Paisley
Sat 31st October · 9:30 AM
Walking Together in Hope — Interreligious Dialogue Conference
Join the Committee for Interreligious Dialogue of the Bishops' Conference of Scotland for a special one-day conference: Walking Together in Hope — Why the Catholic Church Engages in Interreligious Dialogue.
Talks from Fr John Gannon, Fr Jim Lawlor and Joe Sikora, covering the history and importance of Nostra Aetate, the place of interreligious dialogue in parish life, and practical guidance for parishes.
Saturday 31st October, Conforti Institute, Coatbridge. From 9:30am. Free to attend. Light lunch provided.
Register online: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/Ai8qdDPULb
September
Bishop John's Prayer Intention for September — Vocations
We pray for an increase in vocations to the priesthood and religious life in our diocese. May God inspire young men and women to answer His call to serve the Church, and may we support them in their journey of faith and discernment.
September
Pope Leo's September Prayer Intention — For the Care of Water
Let us pray for a just and sustainable management of water, a vital resource, so that everyone may have equal access to it.
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