IMPORTANT NOTICES


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*** CHURCH SEATING UPDATE ***

In view of the easing of Covid regulations, it is proposed that the Parish moves a step towards more customary seating arrangements until safety permits lifting of all restrictions.

1. From the Saturday Vigil Mass on 9th October, every second row of benches will be open for use at either end.  
2. One metre distance must be maintained between the (family) groups at either end of the row. If a metre clearance is not possible at the end of an already occupied row, then that row should be treated as full.
3. Each seating position will be filled on a first come, first serve basis. 
4. Except in exceptional circumstances, specific seats will not be pre-allocated.
5. For 'Track and Trace' purposes, on entering the Church, each person or group must register their presence at the desk or by mobile phone using the ScotGov QR code which is displayed at the entrance.
6. All are asked to follow the guidance of Pass-keepers when entering and leaving the church.
7. Communion will be received at the altar , please wait for the passkeepers to let you know when you can join the procession. Please keep your mask on, then step to the side to consume. Communion during the procession must be received in the hand.

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Collections last weekend:

1st Collection  - £508

2nd Collection - (LEPRA) £538.40

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For other News from the Diocese of Paisley, visit: 
https://rcdop.org.uk/news

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Click below to access the latest Pastoral Letter to the Catholics of Scotland on the Season of Christmas and the Restoration of the Mass Obligation in the Dioceses of Scotland:

Scottish Bishops’ Pastoral Letter
 

Catch up with important environmental issues and topics  highlighted by St Peter's Environmental Group by clicking here:

The Environment and us. 
 

Give me a call at the house or email their names to me and I will ensure that they are prayed for at Mass.  Fr. Andrew

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We remember all who are sick, especially: Fiona Lamond, Catriona Burnett, Helen Doyle, Mary Moynes, Christopher Kelly, Stephanie Fisher, Bernard Gillespie.

Lord hear us

Lord graciously hear us

We pray for those who have died especially:  Stephanie Darling, Rodney Liddle. Isobel McGuire, Betty Glancy, Ella Craig, Diane Carroll, 

Lord hear us 
Lord graciously hear us 

We pray for those whose anniversaries occur about now especially: Bridget McGrath, Mary McPhee,

Lord hear us 
Lord graciously hear us  

Migrant help are looking for donations of the following items. If you feel you can help we will be collecting from Monday 8^th November until Monday 6^th December.
Migrant help support potential victims of human trafficking and asylum seekers.

• Toiletries
• Winter Clothes for men & woman – a range of sizes
• Rice cooker
• Shoes
• Gifts
• Socks, underwear (new only)
• Hats, scarfs
• Umbrella’s

Please drop off from Monday 8^th November until Monday 6^th December  - please call ahead to check opening hours/availability -

Diocesan Offices, Incle Street, Paisley PA11HR - 0141 847 6130
 

 
If you - or anyone you know -would like to find out more about becoming a member of
the Catholic Church,
please speak with
Fr. Andrew or Deacon John. 
For more information click on: /rcia 
New members
are very welcome!

 

Pope Francis

 Diocese ofPaisley Website

Bishop John

Interested in a Coach Pilgrimage to Lourdes next year?

(Saturday 24 September 2022  to Saturday 1 October 2022 )

For more information, speak to Fr Andrew or email him at:
stpeter@rcdop.org.uk.       

 (0141 884 2435),
 

N.B.  It has been decided to postpone our Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage from 2022 until 2023.  See diocesan WEB pages for full announcement.

Current Rota for Ministers of the Word.

"Dear St. Joseph, kind and loving,
Stretch to us a helping hand;
Guide us through life's toils and sorrows
Safely to the distant land."
 

".....Glorious St. Joseph, may my labours be all for Jesus, all through Mary, and all after your holy example in life and in death. Amen."

(https://www.churchpop.com)
 

Closing Mass for the Year of St Joseph
 

The year dedicated to St Joseph will be formally closed by Bishop John with Mass at 7.00pm  Wednesday 8^th December, The Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception,  in St Mirin’s Cathedral. All welcome to come and celebrate St Joseph. Lilies, always associated with St Joseph, will be available for placing around the statue of St Joseph in the cathedral.  All welcome to attend.

21st November

Special Collection at all Masses for the work of the Scottish Catholic Education Service which promotes and protects Catholic Education.

Click here to catch up.

Scouting News

Online Counselling is available during Covid 19 Crisis

Our diocese has a Counselling Service for Catholics Married in the Catholic Church with our dedicated Catholic Marriage Counsellor.

 If you are concerned about your relationship and feel you are both unable to reach a conclusion alone, it is likely that you will benefit from marriage counselling.  

The counsellor is there to maintain a neutral, non-judgmental position. For information or advice please email in confidence counselling@rcdop.org.uk
 

VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED
FOR
HOSPITALITY     PASS KEEPING      CLEANING

In recent weeks restrictions have been relaxed allowing more volunteers to assist including those aged 70+ who feel able to help. Please contact Fr. Andrew for more information or to offer your services.  THANK YOU.  

You can also volunteer by completing the online form :  /route-map-to-re-opening
 

S.S.V.P.

During this period of Coronavirus uncertainty, if you, or anyone you know, would like the assistance of St. Peter's SSVP, please contact Fr. Andrew. 

Do you know a neighbour who lives alone or has no support from social services? 

If you cannot help, consider offering the assistance of the S.S.V.P.