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Please click on the PDF link to see the full Bulletin – new items listed separately.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Bulletin 25th December 2022 (PDF)<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Thank you! \u2013 Fr. Domenico would like to take this opportunity to thank you for all the kind wishes, Christmas cards, and gifts that he has received. They are much appreciated. He would also like to thank those of you who assist in any way in our parish: without you, our liturgies and events would not be possible! Finally, to all the parishioners of St. Mary\u2019s, in great gratitude for your support, patience, and prayers throughout the past year. As a parish family, we rely on one another, and each of you has your part to play. Thank you! May you and your families be filled with every grace and blessing in this joyous season.<\/p>\n

\u201cChristmas reveals to us the immense love that God has for humanity. From this too derives our enthusiasm, our hope as Christians, that in our poverty, we may know that we are loved, that we have been visited, that we are accompanied by God. And we look upon the world and on history as a place in which we walk together with Him and among us toward a new heaven and a new earth.\u201d \u2013 Pope Francis<\/p>\n

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Bulletin 18th December 2022 (PDF)<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession): <\/strong>Please note the hours for the Sacrament of Confession at our liturgies this week. In addition to these times, Fr. Domenico is happy to meet anyone at a mutually convenient time.<\/p>\n

Christmas Flowers \u2013 <\/strong>we are blessed with the generosity and talents of parishioners, who always provide us with such beautiful flowers for Christmas. Would you consider helping us with a donation, which will go towards making our church even more beautiful, and fitting for celebrating the birth of Our Saviour?<\/p>\n

St. Mary\u2019s Christingle Service: Sunday 18 December at 4.00pm <\/strong>\u2013 Children should meet in the church hall at 2.30 pm, to practise readings, make Christingles etc. Coffee and mince pies will be served in the church hall after the Christingle service. Please do come along and support our children!<\/p>\n

St. Columba\u2019s Culloden Christmas Carol Concert: Monday 19 December, 7pm \u2013 8pm – <\/strong>After a three-year hiatus, we will be hosting a service of your favourite Christmas carols, with: community singing; seasonal Scripture readings; the children of St. Joseph\u2019s RC Primary School; the St. Andrew Community, with youth musicians; special clerical guests (!); festive food and drink provided  (including non-alcoholic mulled wine, panettone<\/em>, and mince pies). Donations at the door \u2013 suggested offerings are: \u00a35 for adults; kids go free! Why not invite some friends and come along?!!<\/p>\n

First Holy Communion June 2023 \u2013 <\/strong>Children of P3 age or above are invited to prepare for the sacraments of Reconciliation and First Holy Communion. Please speak to Fr. Domenico, or email him to request an application form.<\/p>\n

Christmas Mass Times: <\/strong>Vigil (Sat 24 December): 6.00 pm: Mass of Christmas Day (Sunday 25 December): 11.30 am.<\/p>\n

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Bulletin 11th December 2022 (PDF)<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

This weekend: <\/strong>Bambinelli Sunday <\/em><\/strong>\u2013 <\/strong>Each year on Gaudete <\/em>Sunday, the Third Sunday of Advent, children in Rome bring their Baby Jesus figures from the cribs in their homes to St. Peter\u2019s Square where the Pope blesses both them and the figurines during the Angelus. Fr Domenico would like to introduce this custom to St Mary\u2019s, and he will bless all \u2018Bambinelli\u2019 at the Sunday Mass. \u2018This beautiful tradition helps to focus children\u2019s minds on the real reason for Christmas: the birth of our Lord Jesus<\/em>.\u2019<\/p>\n

St. Mary\u2019s Christingle Service: Sunday 18 December at 4.00pm <\/strong>\u2013 Children should meet in the church hall at 2.30 pm, to practise readings, make Christingles etc. Coffee and mince pies will be served in the church hall after the Christingle service. Readings will be given out and a quick practice will be held on Sunday 11 December after Mass. If your child is willing to do a reading, please contact Maria (0785 566 1941) or Bridget (07732 998 287). We are also looking for younger children to play the parts of Mary, Joseph, shepherds and angels; again, please contact Maria or Bridget if your child would like to get involved.<\/em><\/p>\n

Sunday 18 December, 6-8pm: Variety Concert at Nairn Old Parish Church <\/strong>\u2013 with solo performances from West-End musical Les Miserables<\/em>; group and Gaelic Choir singing; fiddle and accordion music; organ recital; youth dance group; and extra surprise acts! All performances by local artistes! Tickets: Adults \u00a310, Children \u00a35 \u2013 from Pat Fraser or Strachans, or see Bridget (Vigil) or Iain.<\/p>\n

St. Columba\u2019s Culloden Christmas Carol Concert: Monday 19 December, 7pm \u2013 8pm – <\/strong>After a three-year hiatus, we will be hosting a service of your favourite Christmas carols, with: community singing; seasonal Scripture readings; the children of St. Joseph\u2019s RC Primary School; the St. Andrew Community, with youth musicians; special clerical guests (!); festive food and drink provided (including non-alcoholic mulled wine, panettone<\/em>, and mince pies). Donations at the door \u2013 suggested offerings are: \u00a35 for adults; kids go free! Why not invite some friends and come along?!! Spread a little festive cheer!<\/p>\n

Christmas Mass Times: <\/strong>Vigil (Sat 24 December): 6.00 pm: Mass of Christmas Day (Sunday 25 December): 11.30 am.<\/p>\n

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Bulletin 4th December 2022 (PDF)<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Advent Resources: <\/strong>\u2018Walk with me\u2019 booklets, with reflections for every day of Advent, are available at the back of the church. There are also booklets for children, together with Advent calendars. Only \u00a31 each.<\/p>\n

Advent Reflections: <\/strong>each Wednesday evening during Advent, the Priests of the Highland Deanery have arranged reflections in different parishes. Here are the dates, locations, and speakers:<\/p>\n

Wednesday 07 December (St. Ambrose\/Eve of the Immaculate Conception) \u2013 St. Mary\u2019s Beauly \u2013 Fr. Laurence Gambella
\nWednesday 14 December (St. John of the Cross) \u2013 St. Mary\u2019s Inverness \u2013 Fr. Domenico Zanr\u00e8
\nWednesday 21 December (St. Peter Canisius) \u2013 St. Columba\u2019s Culloden \u2013 Fr. James Bell<\/p>\n

Each evening will consist of the following programme:
\n6.15pm Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, & opportunity for the Sacrament of Confession
\n7.00pm Reflection, followed by Night Prayer, Benediction and Reposition of the Blessed Sacrament<\/p>\n

Christmas Flowers \u2013 <\/strong>we are blessed with the generosity and talents of parishioners, who always provide us with such beautiful flowers for Christmas. Would you consider helping us with a donation, which will go towards making our church even more beautiful, and fitting for celebrating the birth of Our Saviour?<\/p>\n

St. Mary\u2019s Christmas Fayre: <\/strong>a big \u2018Thank You\u2019 to all of you for your support of our successful Christmas Fayre, and a special word of thanks to Marie for her great organisation, and to all those who assisted on the day.<\/p>\n

Christingle Service: Sunday 18 December at 4.00pm <\/strong>\u2013 more details to follow \u2013 watch this space!<\/p>\n

Christmas Mass Times: <\/strong>Vigil (Sat 24 December): 6.00 pm: Mass of Christmas Day (Sunday 25 December): 11.30 am.<\/p>\n

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Bulletin 27th November 2022 (PDF)<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Advent Reflections: <\/strong>each Wednesday evening during Advent, there will be reflections in the following parishes:<\/p>\n

Wednesday 30 November (St. Andrew) \u2013 St. Lawrence, Dingwall \u2013 Fr. Andrew Niski \/ St. Andrew Community
\nWednesday 07 December (St. Ambrose\/Eve of the Immaculate Conception) \u2013 St. Mary\u2019s Beauly \u2013 Fr. Laurence Gambella
\nWednesday 14 December (St. John of the Cross) \u2013 St. Mary\u2019s Inverness \u2013 Fr. Domenico Zanr\u00e8
\nWednesday 21 December (St. Peter Canisius) \u2013 St. Columba\u2019s Culloden \u2013 Fr. James Bell<\/p>\n

Each evening will consist of the following programme:
\n6.15pm Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, & opportunity for the Sacrament of Confession
\n7.00pm Reflection, followed by Night Prayer, Benediction and Reposition of the Blessed Sacrament<\/p>\n

St. Mary\u2019s Christmas Fayre: Saturday 3 December <\/strong>\u2013 Our parish Christmas Fayre takes place in the British Legion, from 10.00am until 12 noon. Admission: \u00a33 per Adult (including tea, coffee..); \u00a31 per child, which includes a visit to Santa, as well as a little gift from him! If you have anything for our Fayre, can you bring any and all items to the hall as soon as possible, and leave them on the table, please? <\/strong>They will be priced and arranged. In addition, we will now be selling raffle tickets after each Mass. Only \u00a31 a strip, or \u2018five for a fiver\u2019.. it has a better ring to it! There will be books of different colours. Why not collect them all?! If you forget to buy a ticket, don\u2019t worry.. we won\u2019t forget to ask you! Thank you.<\/p>\n

Day of Mission Retreat: Saturday 10 December<\/strong>, at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Stratherrick. See the poster for details.<\/p>\n

Bambinelli <\/em><\/strong>Sunday: Sunday 11 December \u2013 <\/strong>Each year on Gaudete <\/em>Sunday, the Third Sunday of Advent, children in Rome bring their Baby Jesus figures from the cribs in their homes to St. Peter\u2019s Square where the Pope blesses both them and the figurines during the Angelus. Fr Domenico would like to introduce this custom to St Mary\u2019s, and he will bless all \u2018Bambinelli\u2019 at the Sunday Mass. \u2018This <\/em>beautiful tradition helps to focus children\u2019s minds on the real reason for Christmas: the birth of our Lord Jesus<\/em>.\u2019<\/p>\n

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Bulletin 20th November 2022 (PDF)<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Highland Foodbank, operated by Blythswood Care, launched the Reverse Advent Calendar <\/strong>earlier this month to help those in need over the festive period. The initiative runs throughout November meaning people can get the much-needed parcel before Christmas. Different items have been suggested for each day throughout November, including festive treats such as a selection boxes, mince pies, and bags of crisps, as well as necessities such as tinned and dried foods and toiletries. If you are able to support the foodbank we have copies of the calendar at the back of church. The parcels will be collected in the Parish Hall on 3 & 4 December.<\/p>\n

Wednesday 23 November: \u2018Red Wednesday\u2019 <\/strong>is the day when we pray for all of our Christian sisters and brothers who are being persecuted around the world for their faith in Jesus Christ. Here is a fact for you: more Christians were martyred in the 20th century, than in all the previous 19 centuries put together. Let\u2019s take time on this day to stop and offer our spiritual support. Why not show your solidarity by wearing something red? On Sunday we will have a collection for the work of Aid to the Church in Need.<\/p>\n

Thursday 24 November: Requiem Mass for the repose of the soul of Archbishop Emeritus Mario Conti<\/strong>, in Aberdeen Cathedral at 12 noon, celebrated by Bishop Hugh Gilbert OSB. All welcome.<\/p>\n

Friday 25 November: Adoration and Prayer Group \u2013 <\/strong>the next evening gathering takes place on Friday 25 November at 7.00pm<\/strong>. The evening will involve a period of Eucharistic Adoration before the Blessed Sacrament, in the church, with worship music, followed by prayer and meditation on passages from Holy Scripture in the Hall. Everyone is welcome.<\/p>\n

Advent Resources: <\/strong>\u2018Walk with me\u2019 booklets, with reflections for every day of Advent, are available at the back of the church. There are also booklets for children, together with Advent calendars. Only \u00a31 each.<\/p>\n

St. Mary\u2019s Christmas Fayre: Saturday 3 December <\/strong>\u2013 Our parish Christmas Fayre takes place in the British Legion, from 10.00am until 12 noon. Admission: \u00a33 per Adult (including tea, coffee..); \u00a31 per child, which includes a visit to Santa, as well as a little gift from him! If you have anything for our Fayre, can you bring any and all items to the hall as soon as possible, and leave them on the table, please ? <\/strong>They will be priced and arranged. In addition, we will now be selling raffle tickets after each Mass. Only \u00a31 a strip, of \u2018five for a fiver\u2019.. it has a better ring to it! There will be books of different colours. Why not collect them all?! If you forget to buy a ticket, don\u2019t worry.. we won\u2019t forget to ask you! Thank you.<\/p>\n

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Bulletin 13th November 2022 (PDF)<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

TODAY: REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY\u2013 <\/strong>this is a day for the nation to remember and honour those who have sacrificed themselves to secure and protect our freedom. We will have a moment of silence at the beginning of our Mass, and a Second Collection will be taken for the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal.<\/p>\n

CATHOLICISM \u2013 Wednesday 16 AND Friday 18 November, from 7.00pm \u2013 <\/strong>In these final two episodes of our course, we will be focusing on \u2018Prayer and the Life of the Spirit\u2019<\/strong>, and \u2018The Last Things\u2019<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Friday 25 November: Adoration and Prayer Group \u2013 <\/strong>the next evening gathering takes place on Friday 25 November at 7.00pm<\/strong>. The evening will involve a period of Eucharistic Adoration before the Blessed Sacrament, in the church, with worship music, followed by prayer and meditation on passages from Holy Scripture in the Hall. Everyone is welcome.<\/p>\n

St. Mary\u2019s Christmas Fayre: Saturday 3 December <\/strong>\u2013 Our parish Christmas Fayre takes place in the British Legion, from 10.00am until 12 noon. There will be stalls, tombola, good raffle prizes, and SANTA himself has promised to make an appearance! Admission: \u00a33 per Adult <\/strong>(including tea, coffee..); \u00a31 per child<\/strong>, which includes a visit to Santa, as well as a little gift from him! Can you offer your time and talent to assist with selling our produce? <\/strong>Speaking of which, if you have anything for our Fayre, could you bring any and all items to the hall, and leave them on the table? They will be priced and arranged. In addition, we will now be selling raffle tickets after each Mass. Only \u00a31 a strip, of \u2018five for a fiver\u2019.. it has a better ring to it! There will be books of different colours. Why not collect them all?! If you forget to buy a ticket, don\u2019t worry.. we won\u2019t forget to ask you! Thank you.<\/p>\n

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Bulletin 6th November 2022 (PDF)<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

CATHOLICISM \u2013 Wednesday 9 November, from 7.00pm \u2013 \u201cA Vast Company Of Witnesses: The Communion Of Saints\u201d<\/strong>. The story of the Church is told in the examples of those men and women who dedicated their lives to knowing and serving Jesus Christ. The Catholic Faith is made visible in real human lives. Bishop Barron gives consideration to some of the Church\u2019s greatest heroes, and demonstrates how their extraordinary examples display both the passion and creative potential of the Catholic Church. Highlighting Katharine Drexel, Therese of Lisieux, Edith Stein, and Mother Teresa of Calcutta, Bishop Barron tells the story of the Church as a vast company of witness who are called by Christ to be a Communion of Saints.<\/p>\n

Remembrance Sunday: Next week, 13 November \u2013 <\/strong>this is a day for the nation to remember and honour those who have sacrificed themselves to secure and protect our freedom. A Second Collection will be taken for the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal.<\/p>\n

St. Mary\u2019s Christmas Fayre: Saturday 3 December <\/strong>\u2013 a lot of organisation has already taken place for this event, to produce what will undoubtedly be a very enjoyable day! Our parish Christmas Fayre takes place in the British Legion, from 10.00am until 12 noon. There will be stalls, tombola, good raffle prizes, and SANTA himself has promised to make an appearance! Admission: \u00a33 per Adult <\/strong>(including tea, coffee..); \u00a31 per child<\/strong>, which includes a visit to Santa, as well as a little gift from him! Can you offer your time and talent to assist with selling our produce? <\/strong>The more helpers the better! We require the following: a selection of home bakes, <\/strong>especially buttered scones and pancakes (covered, and with a list of ingredients); we also need jams, chutneys, plants, lots of bottles, and raffle prizes (chocolates, biscuits, Christmas puddings and mince pies..). <\/strong>Please hold on to items for the moment, and bring them to the hall some 2 weeks or so before the Fayre, so that they can be priced and\/or put into hampers. Many thanks.<\/p>\n

Looking forward: Christmas Mass Times at St. Mary\u2019s:<\/strong>
\nChristmas Vigil (Sat 24 December): 6.00 pm Mass of Christmas Day (Sunday 25 December): 11.30 am<\/p>\n

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Bulletin 30th October 2022 (PDF)<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

END OF BRITISH SUMMER TIME! CHANGE YOUR CLOCKS!! <\/strong>Please note that today, 30 October, marks the official \u2018end of British Summer Time\u2019. Clocks go back one hour <\/strong>\u2013 meaning that we all have an extra hour in bed! Don\u2019t forget!<\/p>\n

November \u2013 Month of the Holy Souls: <\/strong>November is the month when we remember our dearly departed. If you would like to have any deceased relatives or friends remembered at Mass during November, please place their names in the brown envelopes in the foyer, and hand these in to the Sacristy. All names will be placed in front of the altar, and a selection will be read out at every Mass.<\/p>\n

CATHOLICISM \u2013 Wednesday 2 November, at 7.00pm \u2013 <\/strong>\u201cWord Made Flesh, True Bread Of Heaven: The Mystery of The Liturgy and The Eucharist\u201d. Bishop Barron explores the ancient practices of the Church\u2019s worship that endure to this very day, and the notion that \u201call value is summed up in the liturgy, the supreme act by which we commune with God.\u201d Considered by the Catholic Faith to be \u201cthe source and summit\u201d of its identity and mission, the Eucharist is the central practice of the Church\u2019s culture.<\/p>\n

URGENT: Oppose plans to introduce Assisted Suicide to Scotland \u2013 <\/strong>Care Not Killing (CNK), supported by the Catholic Parliamentary Office, has launched a petition which aims to stop plans to legalise assisted suicide. This bill risks undermining the provision of palliative care and undermining efforts to prevent suicide. It will make the most vulnerable people, including the elderly and disabled, feel like a burden and its safeguards will prove futile. The current law is the safeguard – it prohibits assisting someone\u2019s suicide and\/or killing them by euthanasia. The state ought to support the provision of care, not deliberate killing, for those at the end of life. Please sign CNK\u2019s petition at the back of the church today. <\/strong>Alternatively, you can sign online at www.carenotkilling.scot<\/p>\n

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Bulletin 23rd October 2022 (PDF)<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cCATHOLICISM\u201d: <\/strong>please note that there will be NO \u2018Catholicism\u2019 evening on Wednesday 26 October<\/strong>. Our next meeting will be Wednesday 2 November at 7.00pm<\/strong>. Please spread the word!<\/p>\n

Adoration and Prayer Group \u2013 <\/strong>this takes place on this Friday, 28 October, at 7.00pm<\/strong>, and on the last Friday of each month. The evening will involve a period of Eucharistic Adoration before the Blessed Sacrament, in the church, with worship music, followed by prayer and meditation on passages from Holy Scripture in the Hall. Everyone is welcome.<\/p>\n

Today is Mission Sunday.  There will be a retiring collection. <\/p>\n

There will be no Mass on Monday 24th October <\/p>\n

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Bulletin 16th October 2022 (PDF)<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cCATHOLICISM\u201d: <\/strong>please note that there will be NO \u2018Catholicism\u2019 evening for the next two Wednesdays<\/strong>. Our next meeting will be Wednesday 2 November at 7.00pm<\/strong>. Please spread the word!<\/p>\n

Adoration and Prayer Group \u2013 <\/strong>this takes place on Friday 28 October at 7.00pm<\/strong>, and on the last Friday of each month. The evening will involve a period of Eucharistic Adoration before the Blessed Sacrament, in the church, with worship music, followed by prayer and meditation on passages from Holy Scripture in the Hall. Everyone is welcome.<\/p>\n

St. Mary\u2019s Christmas Fayre: Saturday 3 December <\/strong>\u2013 a lot of organisation has already taken place for this event, to produce what will undoubtedly be a very enjoyable day! Our parish Christmas Fayre takes place in the British Legion, from 10.00am until 12 noon. There will be stalls, tombola, good raffle prizes, and SANTA himself has promised to make an appearance! Admission: \u00a33 per Adult <\/strong>(including tea, coffee..); \u00a31 per child<\/strong>, which includes a visit to Santa, as well as a little gift from him! Can you offer your time and talent to assist with selling our produce? The more helpers the better! We require the following: a selection of home bakes, especially buttered scones and pancakes (covered, and with a list of ingredients); we also need jams, chutneys, plants, lots of bottles, and raffle prizes (chocolates, biscuits, Christmas puddings and mince pies..). <\/strong>Please hold on to items for the moment, and bring them to the hall some 2 weeks or so before the Fayre, so that they can be priced and\/or put into hampers. Many thanks.<\/p>\n

Parish Piety Stall <\/strong>\u2013 as you will see, our Christmas cards and diaries are now on display, and are all available for you to purchase!<\/p>\n

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Bulletin 9th October 2022 (PDF)<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Wednesday 12 October<\/strong>, at 7.00pm \u2013 \u201cCATHOLICISM\u201d: Episode 6: \u201cA Body Both Suffering And Glorious: The Mystical Union of Christ and The Church\u201d: <\/strong>Clearly answering the question, \u201cWhat is the Church?\u201d Bishop Barron presents the reality of the Church as \u201cone, holy, catholic and apostolic.\u201d The Body of Christ can be seen on earth from the Church\u2019s centre in Rome to the cities of New York, Sao Paolo, Manila, Namugongo and Uganda, while still escaping total understanding as the mystical union between Christ and his Church. Bishop Barron also explores the Catholic conviction that the life and presence of Christ continues to embrace humanity in all its joys and sorrows through the presence of the Church.<\/p>\n

St. Mary\u2019s Christmas Fayre: Saturday 3 December <\/strong>\u2013 keep this date free! Our parish Christmas Fayre takes place in the British Legion, from 10.00am until 12 noon. There will be stalls, tombola, good raffle prizes, and SANTA himself has promised to make an appearance! He is looking forward to meeting all of the children of the parish, and beyond.. Ho Ho Ho!! Admission: \u00a33 per Adult <\/strong>(including tea, coffee..); \u00a31 per child<\/strong>, which includes a visit to Santa, as well as a little gift from him! We require the following: a selection of home bakes, as well as jams, chutneys, plants, lots of bottles (!), and raffle prizes. Please hold on to items for the moment, and bring them to the hall some 2 weeks or so before the Fayre, so that they can be priced and\/or put into hampers. Many thanks.<\/p>\n

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Bulletin 2nd October 2022 (PDF)<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Edith Grant, RIP: <\/strong>Edith will be received into St. Mary\u2019s on Friday 7 October at 3.00pm; Please note there has been a change in the arrangements and Edith will be received into the church at 4.00pm.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

her Funeral Mass will take place on Saturday 8 October at 9.00am<\/strong>. Her graveside committal will be at Grantown on Spey. Please pray for the repose of her soul.<\/p>\n

Wednesday 5 October<\/strong>, at 7.00pm \u2013 \u201cCATHOLICISM\u201d: Episode 5: \u2013 \u201cThe Indispensable Men: Peter, Paul, and the Missionary Adventure\u201d<\/strong>: Bishop Barron calls Peter and Paul \u201ctwo indispensable men, the ones without whom the church never would have emerged and survived.\u201d In telling each man\u2019s story, Bishop Barron shows how the Holy Spirit worked through all the apostles and disciples to build the Church. Following the trail of these apostles as they took the Gospel to the ends of the earth, Bishop Barron presents the foundations of the apostolic faith, particularly the revelation of Christ\u2019s resurrection from the dead.<\/p>\n

This Month: Prayers for Vocations to the Priesthood <\/strong>\u2013 During this Marian month of October, we will turn to the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of Priests, and ask for her intercession as we pray before every weekday Mass, in front of the Blessed Sacrament, for an increase in Vocations to the Priesthood in our Diocese. It is vital that we pray for our own priests, AND for future priests to this diocese. Why not come along and join us?<\/p>\n

Friday 7 October at 7.00pm: St. Columba\u2019s Culloden Prize Bingo <\/strong>\u2013 why not come along and join the fun?! All welcome!<\/p>\n

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Bulletin 25th September 2022 (PDF)<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

5.45pm on Saturday<\/strong>, and by appointment; simply e-mail Fr. Domenico to arrange a suitable day and time.<\/p>\n

Sunday 25 September at 3.00pm: Memorial Service <\/strong>for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, at Nairn Old Parish Church. All welcome.<\/p>\n

Wednesday 28 September<\/strong>, at 7.00pm \u2013 \u201cCATHOLICISM\u201d: Episode 4: \u201cOur Tainted Nature\u2019s Solitary Boast: Mary, the Mother of God\u201d. <\/strong>Bishop Barron journeys to the humble remains of Mary\u2019s house in Nazareth, to the ruins of the ancient city of Ephesus, and to the great Marian shrines of Lourdes and Guadalupe, to explain the Church\u2019s teachings about Mary as the Mother of God, the Immaculate Conception, and the dogma of the Assumption.<\/p>\n

THIS FRIDAY: Adoration and Prayer Group \u2013 <\/strong>this begins on Friday 30 September at 7.00pm<\/strong>, and takes place on the last Friday of each month. The evening will involve a period of Eucharistic Adoration before the Blessed Sacrament, in the church, with worship music, followed by prayer and meditation on passages from Holy Scripture in the St. Mary MacKillop Hall. Everyone is welcome.<\/p>\n

Parish Piety Stall <\/strong>\u2013 Marie is placing her order for Christmas; if anyone would like her to order a crib, please speak to Emily directly. We will be ordering Christmas cards, 2023 Catholic diaries, and a variety of spiritual gifts for the festive season and beyond.<\/p>\n

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Bulletin 18th September 2022 (PDF)<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Today\u2019s Special Collection is for our Sick and Retired Priests. <\/strong>Priests are required to hand in a letter of resignation at the age of 75, though the Bishop is not required to accept it! We have a number of dedicated men who are still working beyond this age, and even a few hardy octogenarians! At least a dozen of our own clergy will reach the age of retirement within the next ten years, but there is no diocesan provision for them. Please consider supporting them, after their years of selfless service to the People of God.<\/p>\n

Wednesday 21 September<\/strong>, at 7.00 pm \u2013 \u201cCATHOLICISM\u201d: Episode 3: \u201cThat Than Which Nothing Greater Can Be Thought: The Ineffable Mystery of God\u201d \u2013 <\/strong>Bishop Barron explains St. Thomas Aquinas\u2019 arguments which support the claim that God truly exists. He also speaks about the nature of God and the challenging question of evil and the existence of God. We travel to the Sinai desert and to Istanbul, walk the streets of Paris, and then are captivated by the glories of the Sistine Chapel in Rome.<\/p>\n

St. Mary\u2019s Christmas Fayre: Saturday 3 December <\/strong>\u2013 keep this date free! Our parish Christmas Fayre takes place in the British Legion, from 10.00am until 12 noon. There will be stalls, tombola, good raffle prizes, and SANTA himself has promised to make an appearance! He is looking forward to meeting all of the children of the parish, and beyond.. Ho Ho Ho!! Admission: \u00a33 per Adult <\/strong>(including tea, coffee..); \u00a31 per child<\/strong>, which includes a visit to Santa, as well as a little gift from him! We require the following: a selection of home bakes, as well as jams, chutneys, plants, lots of bottles (!), and raffle prizes. Please hold on to items, and bring them to the Fayre, or see Marie. Many thanks.<\/p>\n

Rotas: <\/strong>Readers, Counters, and Hospitality rotas from this weekend (18 Sept) until 8 January are now on display. Please check them!<\/p>\n

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Bulletin 11th September 2022 (PDF)<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Wednesday 14 September at 7.00 pm, in the church\u2013 \u201cCATHOLICISM\u201d: Episode 2: \u201cHappy Are We: The Teachings of Jesus\u201d <\/strong>The revelation of Jesus as God is accompanied by a stunning invitation to a unique new way of life, explained in the teachings of Jesus. To every generation, the words of Jesus have proven fascinating, disorienting, sometimes confounding, deeply transformative, and always unforgettable. Bishop Barron highlights the Beatitudes, the path of non-violence and lessons of forgiveness, care for the poor and our relationship with God as presented in the parables. Jesus\u2019 teachings are illuminated during Bishop Barron\u2019s pilgrimages to Poland, Germany, Spain and New York City.<\/p>\n

Catechist Formation Day <\/strong>\u2013 this day will take place at Greyfriars Convent in Elgin, from 11.00am until 3.00pm on 19 November<\/strong>. For further details, contact: ogilvie@rcda.scot<\/p>\n

Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) \u2013 <\/strong>this is available from 9.00am to 9.30am, at each weekday Mass, and from 5.00pm-5.45pm on Saturday<\/strong>, before the Vigil Mass. Apart from these times, the Sacrament is also available by appointment. The Confessional has been restored: the prie-dieu (\u2018kneeler\u2019) has been reconditioned with new cushioning, a new red leather cover, and with sanded and revarnished wood. There is also a chair in the Confessional, if you prefer, and you will also find guides on how to make your Confession, for adults and for children. If you would prefer a \u2018face-to-face chat\u2019, come into the Sacristy during the stated times. Remember the words of Pope Francis: \u201cGod never tires of forgiving us; we are the ones who tire of seeking his mercy.\u201d<\/p>\n

The St. Andrew Community are establishing two groups \u2013<\/strong><\/p>\n