Parish Bulletin Trinity Sunday 2010
May 29, 2010
St. Leo the Great 5 Beech Avenue, Glasgow G41 5BY 0141 427 0293
The Archdiocese of Glasgow. A Designated religious charity, No SCO181
Priest: Fr Gerry Fitzpatrick
May 30th 2010 The Feast of the Holy Trinity
http://wpaudioplayer.com/usage
Audio clip: Adobe Flash Player (version 9 or above) is required to play this audio clip. Download the latest version here. You also need to have JavaScript enabled in your browser.
In the name of God the Father, in the name of God the Son, in the name of God the Holy Spirit, in the name of God.
In the name of God the Father, in the name of God the Son, in the name of God the Holy Spirit, in the name of God.
St Andrew Gloria: Glory to God in the highest, peace to his people, peace on earth..
A reading from the Book of Proverbs: 8: 22-31
Psalm 8
What is man that you should keep him in mind?
Mortal man that you should care for him?
When I see the heavens which your hands have made,
moon and stars and everything which you arranged,
what is man that you should keep him in mind,
mortal man that you should ever care for him?
What is man that you should keep him in mind?
Mortal man that you should care for him?
You have made him little less than any god,
you have blest and honoured him above all things,
you have given him a share in your power,
you have put creation underneath his feet.
What is man that you should keep him in mind?
Mortal man that you should care for him?
2nd reading : Romans 5: 1-5
Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia, alleluia. Glory to the Father, glory to the Son,
glory to the Holy Spirit now and for ever. Amen. Alleluia, alleluia.
Gospel: John 16: 12-15
The Intercessions:
We pray that in the hustle and bustle of our lives, we may have the opportunity to be aware of God’s holiness and presence. Lord hear us Lord, graciously hear us
We pray for the Pope and for our Bishops, that the Church, and all of us, may be a source of moral strength and guidance for others. Lord, hear us
We pray for children preparing for First Communion and for the parents and catechists who help them. Lord, hear us
We pray for our community. May we, following the example of Christ, be examples of mercy and forgiveness. Lord, hear us
For all who are ill: we pray for Margaret McCafferty, Carole Gallagher, Jean Martin, Sadie Coll, Margaret Lanigan, Kenneth Fee, Peter Gibson, Cathy and Leo Gilbert, Linda Giulianotti, Kathleen Mallon, Joe McGhee, Margaret Padden, Liam Brogan, Fr Joseph Chambers, Cathy Bruce, Jane Henderson, Mary McKenna, Jean Martin, Anne & Bernard McNiffe, Mary O’Hare, Anne McMahon, Mark Callaghan, Stella Panayotti. Lord, hear us
We pray for the dying and those who care for them. May they be encouraged by these words of scripture “Come you whom my father and has blessed, inherit the kingdom prepared for you”. Lord, hear us
We remember those who have died including George Taylor, Ian McKenzie, Mrs Byrne, June Smyth, Eva Smith, and Elizabeth Moore. We pray for those whose anniversaries fall about now. We also remember and pray for those who have been injured or killed while serving in the armed forces. Lord, hear us
The Preparation of Gifts:
Blest be the Lord the God of Israel: Canticle of Zechariah:
Blest be the Lord the God of Israel, who came to us; and brought us back from sin.
God raised for us a Saviour who is mighty; his Saviour-Son from David’s house and line.
God promised this thro holy men & women who spoke for him down thro the mists of time
The Saviour comes to free us from our foes, from evil hands, from those who wish us ill.
So God’s great love for all his chosen people is thus fulfilled; in these our present times.
God’s sacred oath, his covenant most holy is called to mind, his promises made true.
God swore his oath to Abraham and Sarah, to give us all our freedom from all fear;
to save each one from those who seek to harm them, that we might serve in holiness of life,
that we might serve in justice and in truth, our ev’ry day in presence of the Lord.
MacMillan Sanctus & Memorial.
Dunkeld Lamb of God
The Invitation:
Behold the Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world.
Blessed are those called to the Banquet of the Lamb.
Blessed are those called to the Banquet of the Lamb.
hymn: Be still for the presence of the Lord, the Holy One, is here;
Copyright: Psalm 8: words taken from The Psalms: A new translation © The Grail; music G Fitzpatrick © Kevin Mayhew. Blessed be the Lord: a version of the Benedictus © Stephen E Smyth. Be still for the presence: David Evans ã Kingsway’s Thankyou Music Hymns reproduced with licence: Calamus Lic 0262 & CCL lic 74396
| Weekday Mass: 10.00. preceded by Morning Prayer except on Tuesday when Mass is at 7.00 pm.. Mass Sunday Masses: Saturday Vigil 6.00; Sunday morning 9.30 and 11.00. Confessions 5.30 and on request. Tea in the hall after 9.30 and 11.00 Masses. |
The Parish Pastoral Council meets this Tuesday at 7.30
Traidcraft stall on 12th-13th June.
First Communion Dates: June 13th at 11.00 Mass
Parish offerings: 1st offering: £378.00. Gift aided 1st Offering: £353.00 2nd offering £510.00 for the Pope’s Visit.
Thanks very much, everyone.
Our Lady of the Rosary Primary School: congratulations to our local school on their
taking part in the Cantata ‘Ninian’ along with another 23 schools. 3 pupils from the
school sang responsorial Psalm 8 beautifully: ‘Their voice has gone out … .. .
Please take one of the leaflets for the : Day for Life
Lord, for your faithful people, life is changed, not ended
Day for Life, initiated by the late Pope John Paul II, is the day of the year the Catholic Church in England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales
dedicates to celebrating the dignity of human life from conception to natural death.
Day for Life 2010 will help unpack the Church’s teaching on death; it will highlight the
importance of the sacrament of the dying, of praying for the dead and of
accompanying the dying person as they journey towards God. It will also point towards
the presence and consolation of the community of faith and all those who ‘have gone
before us marked with the sign of faith’.
Each year, in England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales, the Bishops’ Conferences work
closely together to celebrate Day for Life. In Scotland the Day is celebrated on 31 May
- The Feast of the Visitation of the Virgin Mary. In England and Wales, Day for Life
falls on 25 July and in Ireland it will be celebrated on 3 October.
On this site you will find information, resources, video, podcasts and much more.
St Margaret Adoption and Family Support Society: tomorrow the society celebrates its 50th anniversary
with a Mass at Our Lady of Lourdes Church at 3.00. All welcome. The music will be led by the St Mungo Singers.
The Archdiocesan Ecumenical Commission has organized its ‘annual gathering of friends of ecumenism’
for Thursday 10th June at 6.45 for 7.15 at St Michael’s, cardross Rd., Dumbarton G82 4JE The theme will be
‘the legacy of Edinburgh 1910-2010 and will be led by Sr Elizabeth Moran and Brother Stephen E Smyth.
The parish Book Club: God’s Mechanics’ is the book for the next meeting on Aug 26th
The City Council and Glasgow Churches Together are hosting the annual service of
‘Glasgow the Welcoming City’ in the City Chambers on Sunday June 13th at 3.0o. All welcome
Together are hosting the annual service of ‘Glasgow the Welcoming City’ in the City Chambers on Sunday June 13th at 3.00. All welcome.
Parish Bulletin Pentecost 23rd May 2010
May 26, 2010
St. Leo the Great 5 Beech Avenue, Glasgow G41 5BY 0141 427 0293
The Archdiocese of Glasgow. A Designated religious charity, No SCO18140 http://stleothegreat.org.uk Priest: Fr Gerry Fitzpatrick
Pentecost May 23rd 2010
Entry Song: The congregation remains seated while the choir sings the Introit of Pentecost:
[
The Spirit of the Lord fills the earth, holds all things together,
knows every thought, alleluia!
Alleluia, alleluia.
Alleluia, alleluia.
we stand for the hymn:
Come, Holy Ghost, Creator, come from thy bright heavenly throne,
come, take possession of our souls, and make them all thine own.
Thou who art called the Paraclete, best gift of God above,
the living spring, the living fire, sweet unction and true love.
Thou who art sev’nfold in thy grace, finger of God’s right hand;
his promise teaching little ones to speak and understand.
O guide our minds with thy blest light, with love our hearts inflame;
and with thy strength, which ne’er decays confirm our mortal frame.
St Gregory Gloria: Glory to God in the highest and peace to his people on earth..
A reading from the Acts of the Apostles 2: 1-11
Psalm 103:
Send forth your spirit Lord! Send your Spirit, renew the earth,
Send forth your Spirit Lord, renew the face of the earth.
Bless the Lord, my soul! Lord God, how great you are!
How many are your works, O Lord, the earth is full, the earth is full, the earth is full of your riches.
Send forth your spirit Lord! . . . . . . . . . .
You take back your spirit, they die, return to the dust whence they came.
You send your spirit, create them all, and so you renew, and so you renew,
renew the face of the earth.
Send forth your spirit Lord! . . . . . . . .
2nd reading : Romans 8: 8-17
Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia.
Come, Holy Spirit, fill all faithful hearts, kindle in them the fire of love. Come, Holy Spirit, come. Alleluia, alleluia ……
Gospel: John 20:19-23
Preparation of Gifts:
Alleluia, sing to Jesus, his the sceptre, his the throne;
alleluia, his the triumph, his the victory alone:
hark the songs of peaceful Sion thunder like a mighty flood:
Jesus, out of every nation, hath redeemed us by his blood.
Alleluia, not as orphans are we left in sorrow now;
alleluia, he is near us, faith believes, nor questions how;
though the cloud from sight received him when the forty days were o’er,
shall our hearts forget his promise, “I am with you evermore”?
Jubilee Sanctus & Memorial.
Doxology
St Andrew Lamb of God
The Invitation:
This is the Bread come down from Heaven, whoever eats of it will never die.
This is the cup of eternal life, whoever drinks of it will live forever.
Processional song during communion
The love I have for you, my Lord, is only a shadow of your love for me . . . . . .;
if I but follow you.
| Weekday Mass: 10.00. Preceded by Morning Prayer. Sunday Masses: Saturday Vigil 6.00; Sunday morning 9.30 and 11.00. Confessions 5.30 and on request. Tea in the hall after 9.30 and 11.00 Masses. Weekdays: Morning Prayer and Mass at 10.00 |
Copyright: Psalm 103: words taken from The Psalms: A new translation © The Grail; music G Fitzpatrick © Kevin Mayhew
Hymns reproduced with licence: Calamus Lic 0262 & CCL lic 74396
First Communion Dates: June 13th at 11.00 Mass
Parish offerings: 1st offering: £406.00 Gift aided 1st Offering: £419.00 2nd offering £394.00 for Communications Commission.
Thanks very much, everyone. The 2nd collection today is to help towards the costs of the Pope’s visit in September.
The parish choir meets this Monday at 7.00.
The Patriarch of Moscow and Pope Benedict 16th exchanged fraternal greetings last week.
Citing Pope John Paul II’s appeal for Europe to breathe with its “two lungs,” the Pope reflected that “contemporary culture, particularly European culture, runs the risk of amnesia, of forgetfulness and, therefore, of abandonment of the extraordinary patrimony fostered and inspired by the Christian faith.”
“The Christian roots of Europe, in fact, are constituted not only by religious life and the testimony of so many generations of believers, but also by the inestimable cultural and artistic patrimony, pride and precious resource of the peoples and countries in which the Christian faith, in its different manifestations, has dialogued with cultures and art, has animated and inspired them, fostering and promoting as never before the creativity of the human genius,” he said.
The Pope affirmed that these roots are still alive in East and West and “must inspire a new humanism, a new season of authentic human progress, to respond effectively to the numerous and at times crucial challenges that our Christian communities and our societies must face, beginning with secularization, which not only leads to doing without God and his plan, but which ends by denying human dignity itself, in a society regulated solely by egotistical interests.”
“Let us make Europe breathe with its two lungs again,” the Pontiff urged, “let us again give a soul not only to believers but to all peoples of the continent, let us promote confidence and hope again, rooting them in the age-old experience of the Christian faith!”
Parish Bulletin 7th Sunday Easter 2010
May 14, 2010
Audio clip: Adobe Flash Player (version 9 or above) is required to play this audio clip. Download the latest version here. You also need to have JavaScript enabled in your browser.
Priest: Fr Gerry Fitzpatrick
7th Sunday of Easter 16th May 2010 Communications Sunday
St. Leo the Great
Choir: From the rising of the sun to its setting: great is the name of the Lord.
All: From the rising of the sun to its setting: great is the name of the Lord, high above the heavens is his glory.
Glory to the Father, glory to the Son, glory to the Holy Spirit now and for ever. Amen.
St Andrew: Glory to God in the highest, peace to his people, peace on earth.
Glory to God in the highest, peace to his people, peace on earth
1st reading: Acts of the Apostles: 1: 12-14
Psalm 26: The Lord is my light, the Lord is my help.
The Lord is my light and my help: of whom then, shall I be afraid?
The strength in my life is the Lord, before whom shall I ever tremble?
The Lord is my light, the Lord is my help.
One thing I ask of the Lord: to live with him for evermore.
O Lord, hear my voice, in mercy answer! I seek you, dismiss not your servant.
The Lord is my light, the Lord is my help
2nd reading: 1 Peter 4: 13-16
Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. I will not leave you orphans, says the Lord. I will come back to you, and your hearts will be full of joy, full of joy. Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia
Gospel: John 17: 1-11
Intercessions
As we listen to the beginnings of the early Christian community,
we recognise how much Christ meant to people,
and we ask that we may be more aware of his presence among us. Lord, hear us
We pray that the Church, and all of us, may show that we are the body of
Christ as we show gratitude for the gifts and generosity of other people. Lord, hear us
We pray for children preparing for First Communion and for the parents and
catechists who help them. Lord, hear us
We pray for all who work in the media, in radio, television and the press
that they may always respect the rights of people
who are affected by what they say or write. Lord, hear us
We pray for peace and reconciliation for people in the Holy Land, Iraq, Afghanistan
and throughout the world. Lord, hear us
For all who are ill: we pray for Margaret McCafferty, Jean Martin, Sadie Coll, Margaret Lanigan,
Kenneth Fee, Peter Gibson, Cathy and Leo Gilbert, Linda Giulianotti, Kathleen Mallon, Joe McGhee,
Margaret Padden, Liam Brogan, Fr Joseph Chambers, Cathy Bruce, Jane Henderson, Mary McKenna,
Jean Martin, Anne & Bernard McNiffe, Mary O’Hare, Anne McMahon, Mark Callaghan,
Stella Panayotti, and Fr Harry McKay. Lord, hear us
We remember those who have died including June Smyth, Luisa Notini, Charlie Church, Martin Rigby,
Albert O’Hara, Laura Brodie, and Harry McGuigan. We pray for those whose anniversaries fall about now
including Rosemary Jamieson, Cecilia Mary Harrison, and Aldo and Vanda Lucchesi.
We also remember and pray for those who have been injured or killed while serving in the armed forces.
Lord, hear us
The Preparation of Gifts: Verses from the Benedictus
Blest be the Lord the God of Israel, who came to us; and brought us back from sin.
God raised for us a Saviour who is mighty;his Saviour-Son from David’s house and line.
God promised this through holy men and women who spoke for him down through the mists of time.
The Saviour comes to free us from our foes, from evil hands, from those who wish us ill.
So God’s great love for all his chosen people is thus fulfilled in these our present times.
od’s sacred oath his covenant most holy; is called to mind, his promises made true.
God swore his oath to Abraham and Sarah, to give us all our freedom from all fear;
to save each one from those who seek to harm them, that we might serve in holiness of life,
that we might serve in justice and in truth, our ev’ry day in presence of the Lord.
Kelvinhall Sanctus and memorial and Lamb of God . . . . .
Antiphon: Father, I pray for them: may they be one in us, so that the world may believe it was you who sent me, it was you who sent me.
Communion hymn: From the prayer of Columba: Oh, circle us now with love and with peace.
Copyright: Psalm 26: words taken from The Psalms: A new translation © The Grail; music Gerry Fitzpatrick © Kevin
Mayhew. Hymn of Columba: Words : Bill McLaughlin verses 1,2,. Pam Murray refrain and verse 3 & 4.
Hymns reproduced with licence: Calamus Lic 0262 & CCL lic 74396
First Communion Dates: We need to firm up the dates – to try to accommodate everyone!
Parents please pause after Mass to check with the parish priest.
Parish offerings: 1st offering: £293.00 Gift aided 1st Offering: £254.00 2nd offering £166.00.
Thanks very much, everyone. The 2nd collection today is for the work of the Communications
Commission – please be generous as usual.
Plant Sale : can you donate plants, plant pots or cuttings? All sorts of greenery very welcome.
If you need help getting them to the church, please, just ask
Church cleaning: thanks very much to those who so generously gave time and attention to cleaning the church last week
The parish website has been given a face-lift and upgrading – we hope to be able to sustain it with the weekly
bulletin and intercessions, with news of meetings and events of interest in the life of the community. stleothegreat.org.uk
The parish choir meets this Monday at 7.00.
COMMUNICATIONS SUNDAY: In his message sent to all of Scotland’s 500 parishes for the 42nd World Communications Day, Bishop Philip Tartaglia President of the National Communications Commission of the Bishops’ Conference of Scotland claims “a fundamental disconnection between the provider and the consumer” has occurred in the media. The letter which will be read at all Masses on Sunday, 4 May 2008 suggests that “mass communications can fairly be charged with losing the ethical underpinning that once existed”. Bishop Tartaglia points out, “While the last national census showed that over two thirds of Scots described themselves as Christians, few of those who work in radio, television and the press share this identity.”
In response the letter endorses Pope Benedict’s call for “info-ethics”, just as we have bioethics in the field of medicine and scientific research, concluding “Analysing the ethical implications of how information is transmitted would help the media avoid becoming spokespersons for a secular and humanistic agenda. It is crucial that those who work in this field seek to understand the moral and ethical view of humanity shared by those of us who believe in God.”
Richard and Clare McLean after their wedding last month – congratulations!
Parish Bulletin 6th Sunday Easter 2010
May 8, 2010
St. Leo the Great 5 Beech Avenue, Glasgow G41 5BY 0141 427 0293 The Archdiocese of Glasgow. A Designated religious charity, No SCO18140 http://stleothegreat.org.uk Priest: Fr Gerry Fitzpatrick
6th Sunday of Easter 9th May 2010
| Weekday Mass: 10.00. Preceded by Morning Prayer. Sunday Masses: Saturday Vigil 6.00; Sunday morning 9.30 and 11.00. Confessions 5.30 and on request. Tea in the hall after 9.30 and 11.00 Masses. Weekdays: Morning Prayer and Mass at 10.00 Next Thursday is the Feast of the Ascension and a holy day of obligation. Masses will be at 20.00 and at 7.00 pm. Liturgy: Read more |
Parish Bulletin 5th Sunday Easter 2010
May 1, 2010
5 Beech Avenue, Glasgow G41 5BY 0141 427 0293 The Archdiocese of Glasgow. A Designated religious charity, No SCO18140
http://stleothegreat.org.uk Priest: Fr Gerry Fitzpatrick
4th Sunday of Easter 2nd May 2010
| Weekday Mass: 10.00. Preceded by Morning Prayer. Sunday Masses: Saturday Vigil 6.00; Sunday morning 9.30 and 11.00. Confessions 5.30 and on request. Tea in the hall after 9.30 and 11.00 Masses. Weekdays: Morning Prayer and Mass at 10.00 |
Audio clip: Adobe Flash Player (version 9 or above) is required to play this audio clip. Download the latest version here. You also need to have JavaScript enabled in your browser.
from-the-rising
Liturgy
In the name of God the Father, in the name of God the Son, in the name of God the Holy Spirit, in the name of God.
In the name of God the Father, in the name of God the Son, in the name of God the Holy Spirit, in the name of God.
St Gregory Gloria: Glory to God in the highest, peace to his people, peace on earth.
Glory to God in the highest, peace to his people, peace on earth
Acts of the Apostles: 6:1-7
Psalm 32: He fills the earth with his love.
2nd reading: 1 Peter 2:4-9
Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. I am the way, the truth and the life.
No-one can come to the Father except through me. Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia
Gospel: John 14: 1-12
Intercessions
As we listen to the beginnings of the early Christian community,
and hear about the adjustments that they had to make,
may we be encouraged to strengthen our commitment
to the faith and the community. PAUSE Lord, hear us
We pray that the Church, and all of us,
may be given the grace to be practical in being
a ‘chosen race, a royal priesthood, a consecrated nation,
a people set apart to sing the praises of God.’
Lord, hear us
We pray for children preparing for First Communion
and for the parents and catechists who help them.
Lord, hear us
We pray for all who are troubled in any way,
that they may better understand
the love that God has for them, by experiencing that love through others.
Lord, hear us
We pray for peace and reconciliation for people in the Holy Land,
the Middle East and throughout the world.
Lord, hear us
For all who are ill: we pray for Margaret McCafferty, Sadie Coll, Margaret Lanigan, Kenneth Fee,
Cathy and Leo Gilbert, Linda Giulianotti, Kathleen Mallon, Joe McGhee, Margaret Padden, Liam Brogan,
Fr Joseph Chambers, Cathy Bruce, Jane Henderson, Mary McKenna, Anne & Bernard McNiffe,
Mary O’Hare, Anne McMahon, Mark Callaghan, Stella Panayotti, and Fr Harry McKay. Lord, hear us
We remember those who have died and those who mourn, including Martin Rigby, Albert O’Hara, and Laura Brodie.
We pray for those whose anniversaries fall about now including John Broe.
We also remember and pray for those who have been injured or killed while serving in the armed forces.
Lord, hear us
Preparation of Gifts:
Christ be near at either hand. Christ behind, before me stand.
Christ with me where’er I go. Christ around, above, below.
Christ be in my heart and mind. Christ within my soul enshrined,
Christ control my wayward heart. Christ abide and ne’er depart.
Christ my life and only way. Christ my lantern night and day.
Christ be my unchanging friend. Guide and shepherd to the end.
MacMillan Sanctus and Memorial: When we eat this bread . . .
Dunkeld Lamb of God . . . . .
Antiphon: As we eat this bread and drink this cup, though many, we are one;
One bread, one cup, one faith, one church, one Lord for evermore.
Be still and know that I am God. (3)
I am the Lord that leadeth thee.(3)
In thee, O Lord, I put my trust. (3)
Copyright: In the name of God: (c) Gerry Fitzpatrick: St Mungo Music. Psalm 32: words taken from The Psalms:
A new translation © The Grail, with music Gerry Fitzpatrick © Kevin Mayhew. Christ be near: words from the Irish;
music © Noel S Donnelly. Hymns reproduced with licence: Calamus Lic 0262 & CCL lic 74396
Information
The St Vincent de Paul Society are suggesting that we have a Mass for the Sick after the summer.
Our Lady of the Rosary Primary School are celebrating their 40th anniversary with a Mass of Thanksgiving
in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Cardonald, on Wednesday 5th May at 1.30
First Communions: The children will meet on the 16th and 23rd May after 11.o0 Mass and in the front room of the house.
The First Communions are planned for the 6th June.
Parish offerings: 1st offering: £339.00 Gift aided 1st Offering: £362.00
2nd offering £174.00 for Church Students Education Thanks very much, everyone.
Social Committee Meeting: Can everyone on the Social Committee please meet after tea after 11 o’clock mass in the church house.
The Bulletin from Hazelwood School can be seen at the back of the church.
Plant Sale : One of the events the Social Committee will be organising is our annual, highly successful Plant Sale.
As always, we depend entirely on the green fingers and generosity of St Leo’s parishioners. So the perennial request :
can you donate plants, plant pots or cuttings? All sorts of greenery very welcome. If you need help getting them to
the church, please, just ask.
Church cleaning: Can people help with the cleaning of the church either on Tuesday at 4.00 or Wednesday at 10.30
Wondering about life as a diocesan priest? An Enquirers’ Event
This weekend experience (Friday 7th – Sunday 9th May 2010) is offered to all men (over 17 years)
who may welcome the opportunity to pray and reflect with others on the Lord’s call to ordained
service as a diocesan priest. This retreat is offered at no cost to you and with no commitment
simply call the Priests for Scotland office to register and get more details or email office@pfs.org.uk
Make your faith count! (www.catholicvotersguide.org)
A general election has been called. The message the Bishops Conference of Scotland sends you is this: Make your faith count!
The political choices we face today are not the choices your parents and grandparents faced.
They would never have voted for any candidate who refused to protect unborn human life,
who supported experimentation on human embryos, or planned to assist unfortunate people
to commit suicide. They would never have voted for a candidate who would undermine marriage
and family in the way that has happened in recent years with cross-party support. They would
never have voted for candidates who rejoiced in same sex unions. They would never have voted
for candidates who would stop the Church offering adoption services. They would never have voted
for candidates who were clearly hostile to the values they held dear. Your parents and grandparents
voted for those they believed shared the same fundamental Christian values as they did. It is for us
to do likewise to shape a society where the dignity of each individual and life itself is respected.
As Catholics we know the importance of protecting every human life and of the value
that married family life gives to society. These values were once widely shared but
times have changed. Many of those standing for election, of whatever party, do not
share our basic principles and values. That is why we say to you: when you vote,
make your faith count. Vote with your faith to protect human life; to support marriage
and the family; to protect religious freedom; to protect Catholic education. Vote with
your faith, and uphold the right of conscience and religious freedom.
In urging you to let your faith count at the ballot box, we ask you to think carefully before you cast your vote.
Which candidate displays values closest to yours? Which candidate will best respect and protect your religious
freedom and your freedom of conscience? Which candidate do you trust most to do a good job for you and your community?
As your bishops, it is not our intention to tell you which party to vote for. It is our duty to encourage you to engage with
the political process and to vote for the candidate who best represents the values we, like our parents and grandparents
before us, hold dear.
The parish website has been given a face-lift and upgrading – we hope to be able to sustain it with the weekly
bulletin and intercessions, with news of meetings abnd events of interest in the life of the community.
stleothegreat.org.uk
If parishioners have any suggestions or ideas on how to improve the parish website we would be very glad to hear about them.
Mary’s Meals: Concert: There will be a Classical Concert on 9th May at 7.30 in the Catholic Chaplaincy , Turnbull Hall,
Glasgow University, 15 Southpark terrace, G12 8LG Tickets £10.00 or £7.00 for the unwaged.
The parish choir is ohaving the evening off this Monday.
St Leo’s Walking group is enjoying a weekend at Aviemore.
The new rotas for Eucharistic Ministers are available in the porch.