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Parish of the Three Patrons
THE MOST HOLY TRINITY - YEAR B - 30th MAY 2021
Parish Clergy
Fr Michael McCaughey PP – 028 71262360 – stpatricks@threepatrons.org
Fr Gerard Mongan CC – 028 71351261 – stbrigids@threepatrons.org
Fr Chris Ferguson (Priest in Residence) – 028 71351261 – stbrigids@threepatrons.org
Franciscan Friars of the Renewal - 028 71419980 - facebook: derryfranciscans
www.threepatrons.org threepatronsfacebook
I Am With You
Today's Gospel is often referred to as the 'Great
Commission'. It contains the instructions of the Risen Jesus
to the disciples to spread the Good News to the ends of the
earth, to teach and to baptise 'in the name of the Father
and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit'. As we celebrate
Trinity Sunday today, we pay attention in particular to the
very last words of Matthew's Gospel: 'And know that I am
with you always; yes, to the end of time.' Jesus will be with
his followers through the gift of the Holy Spirit, God's
presence with us.
We read that some of the disciples were hesitant when they
encountered Jesus on the mountain. They had lost him to
death, and now he was risen and with them again in the
flesh. They may have felt they weren't ready or able for the task he was handing over to
them. These first disciples were an imperfect group of people, yet Jesus chose them to
spread God's vision of love, compassion and justice throughout the world. Perhaps, like
some of the disciples, we are fearful or doubtful. At a time when everything is changing so
rapidly, it can be difficult to navigate our own faith journey, never mind communicate it to
others. Yet we have Jesus' assurance that he is with us, with the love and strength we
need. The Holy Spirit is at work, inspiring and guiding us, shaping our lives, helping us to
make the love of God present to all we meet.
Today, may each of us be open to experiencing the transforming power of the
Holy Spirit in our daily lives. May we be renewed and refreshed with the power of
the risen Lord so that in the words of Pope Francis ‘we may, go out again and
again without hesitation, without fear to proclaim the joy of the good news which
is for all people. ______________________________________________________________________________
Please remember in your prayers the boys and girls who will receive the
sacrament of Confirmation in our parish in the coming weeks.
On Wednesday 2nd June and Thursday 3rd June at 2.00 pm and
4.30 pm, children from St Patrick’s Primary School, Pennyburn
will receive the sacrament of Confirmation in St Patrick’s
Church, Pennyburn, administered by Fr Noel McDermott, PP,
Faughanvale.
On Friday 4th June, at 1.00 pm and 4.00 pm, children from Pour on us,
St Brigid’s Primary School, Carnhill will receive the sacrament O Lord,
of Confirmation in St Brigid’s Church, Carnhill, administered the Spirit of
your love
by Monsignor Andrew Dolan, PP, VG, Bellaghy.
Please note that numbers are limited for the Confirmation ceremonies
and the schools will issue guidelines on how many may attend.
We welcome people back to the public celebration of the Eucharist in the
three churches of our parish. For those who prefer to do so, we invite you to
join us via webcam in Three Patrons’ Parish by watching our live
streaming which can be viewed online at churchservices.tv/pennyburn,
churchservices.tv/carnhill, churchservices.tv/galliagh or the parish
website at www.threepatrons.org/webcam.
ST PATRICK’S CHURCH, PENNYBURN
Sunday 6 pm: (Sat) Vigil; 10 am & 12 noon: Mass
Monday - Tuesday 7.30am Mass 10am Mass followed by the Rosary
Wednesday 7.30 am: Mass; 10.00 am: Mass followed by Rosary; 8.00 pm: Mass*
(*Month’s Mind Mass for Michael McDermott)
Thursday - Saturday 10.00 am: Mass followed by Rosary
ST BRIGID’S CHURCH, CARNHILL
Sunday 6 pm: (Sat) Vigil; 10.30 am & 12.30 pm: Mass
Monday - Wednesday 9.00 am: Mass followed by Rosary
Thursday 9.00 am: Mass followed by Rosary; 7.00 pm: Mass
Friday - Saturday 9.00 am: Mass followed by Rosary
ST JOSEPH’S CHURCH, GALLIAGH
Sunday 7.00 pm: (Sat) Vigil; 9.00 am & 11.00 am: Mass
Monday - Friday 11.00 am: Mass
Face Coverings: We ask all adults and children aged 14+ to please wear a
face covering (unless they are exempt from wearing mandatory face coverings).
Medical advice is that wearing face coverings is first and foremost about
protecting others. Please continue to observe social distancing, to use the
hand sanitiser on entering and leaving our churches.
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It is very important at this time that we pray asking God for protection. Perhaps
individuals or families could commit to praying the Rosary each day for relief of this crisis.
A Prayer in the Time of the Coronavirus by Fr Brian Grogan S.J
Dear God, in 1879 the Apparition at Knock gave hope and courage
to the people of Ireland in difficult times. We ask that Our Lady
may now protect your beloved people from the coronavirus.
May its victims be strengthened by the spiritual support of the
Christian community and restored soon to full health.
We also pray for the medical personnel who deal with the virus.
This we ask in confidence through Christ Our Lord. Amen.
Our Lady of Knock pray for us. St Joseph pray for us. St John the Evangelist pray for us.
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If you would still like to contribute, donations can be made to the Lent
campaign in the following ways:
For those returning their Trócaire box to the church, you are asked to include notes or
cheques only, in so far as possible, for ease of counting in general and, in particular, to
reduce the level of risk for the counters. Please note: cheques should be made payable
to Trócaire (not the parish).
Online banking (directly to Trócaire). Bank details for Trócaire in NI are: Sort Code:
93.80.92, Account No: 8822 7020. Bank details for Trócaire in ROI are: BIC: AIB-
KIE2D, IBAN: IE20AIBK93208698861116.
Online at www.trocaire.org
Send a cheque by post to Trócaire, 50-52 King St, Belfast, BT1 6AD.
AN ACT OF SPIRITUAL COMMUNION
“My Jesus, I believe that you desire to make your home within me and
that you are present in the Most Holy Sacrament of the altar.
I love you above all things, and I desire to receive you in my soul.
Since I cannot at this moment receive you sacramentally, come
spiritually into my heart. I embrace your love as if you were already
there, and I unite myself wholly to you. Never permit me to be
separated from you. Amen."
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Requiescat in Pace We extend our sympathy to the family and friends of Sheila
Doherty, Ederowen Park
Anniversaries & Birthday Memorials Melita Gallagher, Georgina Micallef, Mary Irwin,
Mary Simpson, Christy McCloskey, Moira Slevin, Lynn McCallion
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Anniversary Masses and Prayers If you wish to have an anniversary Mass offered
or a Mass or prayers offered for any intention, please email the parish offices at
stpatricks@threepatrons.org or stbrigids@threepatrons.org or phone the parochial
houses at St. Patrick’s (028 71262360) or St. Brigid’s (028 71351261).
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Supporting Your Parish Thank you for your ongoing generosity to the offertory
collection through envelope, standing order, online payments and the ‘donate’ button on
our parish website. Your support is greatly appreciated. Boxes are available in our three
churches to return your parish envelopes. If you require information about any of the
above methods of supporting Three Patrons Parish, please contact the parish office -
stpatricks@threepatrons.org or 028 71262360. The bank account details for the parish
are sort code: 90 49 74; account number: 51442271.
Readings for Sunday 6th June 2021,
The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
1st Reading: Exodus 24:3-8
Ratification by Moses and the people of their covenant with God on Mount Sinai.
Psalm: Psalm 115:12-13, 15-18
Response: I will take the cup of salvation, and call on the name of the Lord
2nd Reading: Hebrews 9:11-15
Through Christ our high priest, God has made an eternal covenant with his people.
Gospel: Mark 14:12-16,22-26
The Passover meal Jesus ate with his disciples the night before he died.
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Saints of the Coming Week
Monday: The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Tuesday: St Justin, martyr
Wednesday: Ss Marcellinus and Peter, martyrs
Thursday: St Kevin, abbot
Friday: Ss Charles Lwanga and Companions, martyrs
Saturday: St Boniface, bishop and martyr
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The Pope’s Monthly Prayer Intention for June You are invited to answer the
Holy Father’s request and to join with many people worldwide in praying for this
intention: The Beauty of Marriage—Let us pray for young people who are
preparing for marriage with the support of a Christian community: may they grow
in love, with generosity, faithfulness and patience.
‘Pause and Ponder’ is a series of reflections inspired by the Pilgrim Path at Lough Derg
with Fr La Flynn, Prior, which can be viewed at https://www.loughderg.org/the-pilgrim-
path-at-lough-derg/
May: the Month of Mary Pope Francis has encouraged families and
communities around the world to dedicate the Marian month of Mary to
reciting the Rosary for an end to the pandemic. Each day will see Vatican
News broadcast the recitation of the Rosary at 6 pm Rome time from various
shrines. As a parish community, the Rosary is prayed after 9 am Mass each
weekday in St Brigid’s Church, Carnhill and after 10 am Mass in St Patrick’s
Church, Pennyburn. In the month of May please join us in church via the
webcam each day. Why not set aside some time each day as a family in
your home to pray the Rosary or a decade of the Rosary for an end to the pandemic?
O Mary, you always shine on our path as a sign of salvation and of hope.
We entrust ourselves to you, Health of the Sick, who at the cross
took part in Jesus' pain, keeping your faith firm.
You, Salvation of the Irish People, know what we need,
and we are sure you will provide so that, as in Cana of Galilee,
we may return to joy and to feasting after this time of trial.
Help us, Mother of Divine Love, to conform to the will of the Father
and to do as we are told by Jesus, who has taken upon himself
our sufferings and carried our sorrows to lead us,
through the cross, to the joy of the resurrection. Amen.
Under your protection, we seek refuge, Holy Mother of God.
Do not disdain the entreaties of we who are in trial, but deliver us
from every danger, O glorious and blessed Virgin. (Pope Francis)
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Monthly Mass in honour of St Pio will be celebrated on Monday 8th June at
7.00 pm in St Patrick’s, Pennyburn. We ask God’s blessing on all through the intercession
of St Pio.
PRAYER TO ST PIO
O Glorious St Pio, patron of those who are in need of healing,
I call upon you and seek your help. Please intercede for all
those who are in need of spiritual, emotional or physical healing.
Obtain for them comfort during their sufferings, strength when they
feel weary, hope when they feel discouraged and joy when they are
down-hearted. Help them know the peace of Jesus and the certainty of
His victory in their suffering, through Christ, our Lord, Amen.
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Matt Talbot Prayer Society St Eugene’s Cathedral launched the Matt Talbot Prayer
Society to pray for people suffering from, recovering from or affected by any form of
addiction. To join the Matt Talbot Society, you are invited to enrol the name of the
person to be prayed for and the addiction from which we pray they will be freed. Those
enrolled will be prayed every day by members of the Society. Mass will be offered on the
first Monday of every month in St Eugene’s Cathedral at 7.30 pm. You will also receive
an enrolment card to enable you to join in the prayer. To enrol please contact 71262894
or steugenes@btconnect.com or private message St Eugene’s Cathedral Facebook page.
Preparing for Marriage? Catholic Engaged Encounter is planning a ‘zoom’ marriage
preparation course for 11th - 12th September 2021. This 2-day course is a positive way
of preparing for marriage where you will discover how you can enrich your future
relationship. For information or booking contact marriagreencounter.ie or 028 7638512.
“Go, therefore, make disciples of all the nations;
baptise them in the name of the Father and of the Son
and of the Holy Spirit, and teach them to observe
all the commands I gave you.”
How are you being called to glorify the Lord in response to His love?
Could God be inviting you to the priesthood or consecrated life?
Speak to your local priest, call your Diocesan Vocations Director (visit derryvocations.org)
or email the National Vocations Office: info@vocations.ie.
A Prayer for Vocations based on the words of Pope Francis
LORD of the Harvest,
BLESS young people with the gift of courage to respond to your call.
Open their hearts to great ideals to great things.
INSPIRE all of your disciples to mutual love and giving - for vocations
blossom in the good soil of faithful people.
INSTILL those in religious life, parish ministries and families with the
confidence and grace to invite others to embrace the bold and noble
path of life consecrated to you.
UNITE us to Jesus through prayer and sacrament, so that we may
co-operate with you in building your reign of mercy and truth, of justice
and peace. Amen.
Adapted from Pope Francis’ Message on the 51st World Day of Prayer for Vocations _
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Celebrating Mary in the Month of May May is a very special month for the Church as
we remember Mary, the Mother of Jesus and our Mother. A full month is given over to
Mary and during this month we are encouraged to honour Mary in different ways. To help
parishes, families and schools to do this, the Diocesan Catechetical Centre has created a
number of resources including prayers, Gospel reflections, colouring and craft activities,
examples of May Altars and ideas on how to pray the Rosary. These resources are
available online at catecheticalcentre.org/category/celebrating-mary-in-the-
month-of-may-2021/
Invitation to respond - Diocese of Derry Environmental Strategy The Diocese of
Derry has launched a consultative plan about climate change and the environment and is
inviting everyone within the diocese to read, engage and respond to it. The plan identifies
actions and behaviours that support rather than destroy the environment. The
suggestions cover such areas as land, buildings, energy, food, travel and waste.
A draft of the Environmental Strategy has been posted on the Derry Diocesan website, to
view and/or download: https://www.derrydiocese.org/diocese/environmental-
strategy. Every attempt has been made to make the strategy both comprehensive and
practical so as to suit each parish's particular situation. In order to ensure that it is as
helpful as possible to your various parish communities however, we would appreciate any
constructive feedback on it that you may have to give. We ask if you could:
- Read the draft strategy document and give feedback on aspects that you feel could be
supplemented / improved - Begin to implement any aspect(s) of it that you feel can be
put into practice quickly and easily - Draw the attention of both parish groups and
individual parishioners to the strategy and encourage them to give feedback. (This would
be especially relevant to schools and any groups / individuals with particular interest in
environmental issues). SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Monday, 31 May 2021 Submit your
comments, questions and suggestions to Patricia McCormack by: email:
laudatosiderry@gmail.com; tel / text: 077 1190 0420; Facebook: Laudatosiderry
Life in the Spirit Seminar in Omagh continues in conjunction with 7.30 pm Mass in the
Sacred Heart Church, Omagh. Please join at 7.30 pm on Thursday via the parish
webcam: http://www.drumraghparish.com/webcam.html 3rd June: Transformation -
Fr Kevin Mc Elhennon. “Let him who is thirsty come; Let him who desires, Take the water
of life without price” Rev. 22:17. Please pray for an outpouring of the Holy Spirit
on all people.
Accord Derry Virtual Interactive Marriage Preparation Programme course dates for 2021
are as follows: Sept 14th/15th, Oct 12th/13th, Nov 9th/10th, Dec 7th/8th. Booking now online
at www.accordni.com.
Accord Couples and Relationship Support Line & Online Counselling If you need to
speak to an experienced couples/relationships counsellor during this time of
unprecedented stress and pressure on family life contact 003531 5313331, 028
956800151 or 003531 9059555. Lines open 9am - 8pm Monday - Friday. All calls
charged at local rate. Accord is now offering an online counselling service. Online
counselling appointments can be accommodated every day from 9.30 am - 9.30 pm.
Those interested in availing of the service should access accord.ie or make contact with
Accord CLG’s administration team on onlinecounselling@accord.ie. For more see
www.accord.ie.
Aid for the Children of Yemen Fr Neal Carlin’s new book, The Eagle, The Tiger and
Covid, is now on sale at €10 / £10 and can be purchased by contacting
goldenagecentre@hotmail.com. All proceeds are being sent via a direct contact to aid the
children of Yemen.
Right to Life UK ask that you could remember their intentions in your
prayers during the month of May. 30th May - “We pray for our Govern-
ment, that their ability to support pregnant women would increase and
that they would anchor themselves on the desire to protect all human life. Lord hear us”
Foyle Hospice Female Walk / Run June 2021 Ladies, put a date in the diary to keep
the legacy of the Female Walk going strong as we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the
opening of our Inpatient Unit. You can complete your Female Walk / Run from 1st - 31st
June. Follow our traditional route or do it your own way, no matter where you may be!
This year the Female Walk t-shirt commemorates our momentous 30th anniversary.
When you sign up you will get your beautiful t-shirt and fundraising pack posted out to
you. Sign up at https://register.enthuse.com/event/Foyle HospicevirtualFemalewalkrun.
Thank You We extend our thanks to those who volunteer as stewards in
our three churches. Thanks also to those who clean our churches
everyday and ensure they are safe spaces for all.
Blessed is She Introduction to Carmelite Spirituality This 7 week series on Female
Carmelite Saints, given by Fr Stephen Quinn, O.C.D., continues on Sunday
at 8 pm from Termonbacca. Everyone is welcome to watch these talks via the
Termonbacca youtube channel.
Lough Derg Prayer Intention Cards are available for those who may wish to send one
to a friend at a particular time or following a bereavement. Click CARDS on
www.;oughderg.live or contact us directly by email to info@loughderg.live or tel 00353
719861518, Monday - Friday 9 am - 5 pm.
Holy Family Padre Pio Prayer Group
The next meeting will take place on
Tuesday 1st June in Holy Family Church,
beginning with the Rosary at 7 pm, Mass
at 7.15 pm and closing prayers at
7.45 pm. A first class relic will be
available for veneration. Covid
restrictions in place. All welcome.
AA Can’t Stop Drinking? Call Alcoholics Anonymous 90351222 Gamblers Anonymous Is gambling affecting your life? Perhaps we can help. Tel 71351329. C.A.L.M.S. (Community Action for Locally Managing Stress) Mental Health Support Line is offering the following: providing support with anxiety, panic , insomnia, low mood, depression and stress; a listening ear; and relaxation / breathing techniques. The service is available via telephone or zoom free of charge. Tel 079 0704 0568 or 028 71 268 698 Monday - Friday 10 am - 5 pm or leave a message out of hours. Visit www.calmsstresscentre.org. Foyle Foodbank, Springtown Industrial Estate, is open from 11am - 4 pm Monday - Friday to help those in food crisis. Tel: 71263699. No transport? No problem. If you have no way of getting to the Foodbank and would like to avail of our services, please do not hesitate to contact us - tel: 028 71263699 or foylefoodbank@gmail.com or send a private message on facebook. Childline How are you feeling? Good, Okay, Excellent, Bad, Horrible, Stressed, Depressed? We’re working a little differently because of coronavirus. You can still start a 1-2-1 chat with us from 9 am - 10.30 pm. Or you can call 0800 1111 for free from 9 am - 3.30 pm. You can also send an email using a Childline account any time, and we’ll usually reply within a day. Northlands If you are worried about your own or someone else’s drinking, drug use or gambling, please contact Northlands in confidence on (028) 71313232 during office hours. There is no charge for our services which are open and available to all. Northlands is based at Shepherd’s Way, Dungiven Rd, Derry, BT47 5GW. Email info@northlands.org.uk Children in Crossfire You can buy face masks and help us make a difference for vulnerable children. Visit: https://www.childrenincrossfire.org/facemasks/ Safeguarding If you have any concerns with regard to safeguarding children or adults in need of protection within the Church please contact Maire Gormley, Diocesan Liaison Person, email: marie.gormley@derrydiocese.org, telephone: 07596 500 793 or PSNI (Police Service of Northern Ireland) 101 or Social Services: Gateway Services, Western HSC Trust, 71314090 and ask for the Duty Social Worker. COVID-19 Support Line ALONE manage a national support line and additional supports for older people who have concerns or are facing difficulties relating to COVID-19. Professional staff are available to answer queries and give advice and reassurance where necessary. The support line is open 7 days a week, 8am - 8pm, by calling 0818 222 024. The Sanctuary Cafe at IOSAS Centre and Celtic Prayer Garden, Derryvane, Muff is now open 11 am - 4 pm Monday - Friday and 10 am - 3 pm on Saturdays and Sundays. Homemade soup and sandwiches with fresh ingredients taken from their farm shop, tea, coffee and tray bakes available daily. Marian Pilgrimages have released their pilgrimage schedule for 2021 and 2022 to Lourdes, Medjugorje, Fatima, Italy and Holy Land. For more information or to register your interest, visit www.marian.ie or ring Marian Pilgrimages on 003531 878815. The Priory Institute, Tallaght: Online Theology Open Day Is this for you? The Priory Institute provides online Theology courses to degree level. Attend Saturday lectures from the comfort of your own home. To find out more about our Online Open Day on 12th June, tel 0035386 8510769 or visit our website: www.prioryinstitute.com. Are Catholic Schools Worth Keeping in Northern Ireland? Catholic schools in Northern Ireland are the focus of great debate. Do they contribute to social division? Do they really fulfil their purpose in helping parents to hand on the Catholic faith from one generation to the next? ’ A conversation, hosted by Iona NI will take place on Saturday 12th June from 11 am - 1 pm, featuring Prof Francis Campbell, Prof Peter Finn, Marie Lindsay and Bishop Donal McKeown. To register for this free zoom conference, please email ionainstituteni@gmail.com.
Accord Catholic Marriage Care Service is Currently Recruiting Marriage
Preparation Programme Facilitators. Accord is currently recruiting volunteers to train
as marriage preparation programme facilitators. Successful applicants will
receive professional training and will be part of a team delivering marriage preparation
programmes locally in accordance with best practice. Please contact Deirdre on 07980
898399 or email info@accordni.com. Visit www.accordni.com. Closing date for
registration of interest is 4th June 2021.
Foyle Hospice Virtual Half Marathon 1st May - 16th September Have you signed up
for our half marathon? It doesn’t matter if you have never done a half marathon or if you
are a seasoned runner, this event is great for everyone! You can complete the half mara-
thon between 1st May and 16th September, do it your way and in your own time. When
you have finished you will receive the best medal 2021 has to offer. Sign up at https://
register.enthuse.com/ps/event/FoyleHospiceVirtualHalfMarathon2021.
Give Blood, Save Lives NI Blood Transfusion Service will collect donations of blood at
the Guildhall, Derry on Tuesday 1st and Wednesday 2nd June from 1 pm - 4 pm and 5 pm
- 7.30 pm. Text ‘BLOOD’ to 60081 or freecall 08085534666 or register at https://
nibts.hscni.net/register-as-a-donor/
Children in Crossfire Run 100 Miles in June Challenge To sign up visit https://
www.facebook.com/groups/1153280698445857.
Mary’s Meals - Pray in May This May, the month traditionally dedicated to Our Lady,
we invite you to join us in our prayer campaign for the work of Mary’s Meals, which is
reaching more than 1.8 million children with a nutritious meal in 19 countries every school
day. We pray in thanksgiving for each little act of love that makes this work possible and
we also pray for God’s continued blessing on our beautiful mission, that through His
providence it will always flourish enabling us to reach more hungry children. Prayer re-
sources and further information can be found at www.marysmeals.org.uk/prayinmay
Master of Arts in Religious Education and Social Justice St Angela’s College, Sligo,
is offering this online part-time MA, starting in September 2021. The closing date for
receipt of applications is 16th June. Please visit www.stangelas.nuigalway.ie or contact
Mary Kearns on 0035371 9195550. Email: mkearns@stangelas.nuigalway.ie.
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Relational Beings
Six years ago , Pope Francis issued his encyclical on the environment, Laudato Si: On Care
for Our Common Home. In it, he calls for action to halt the destruction of the planet,
arguing that preserving our national environment should be an essential part of the
Church’s mission. The word ‘creation’ has a broader meaning than just nature or our
world; it has to do with God’s loving plan in which the earth itself and every creature has
value.
But why are we talking about the environment on this, the feast of the Most Holy Trinity?
Well, in Laduato Si, Pope Francis tells us that the Trinity is embedded in all of creation.
Just as God is a communion, everyone of God’s creatures is relational, and the world a web
of relationships. ‘The Trinity has left its mark on all creation,’ says Pope Francis. The
implication of this is that we are all connected, we all share a common home, and we have
a duty to protect and care for all that belongs to God. We need to become more aware of
how our lifestyles affect both the earth and others, particularly those on the margins of
society, and to consider also whether our actions are fair to future generations.
Let us pray today, with Pope Francis:
‘Triune Lord, wondrous community of infinite love, teach us to
contemplate you in the beauty of the universe, for all things speak of you.’
Triona Doherty
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