Today's gospel, 17 October. Unforgotten by God

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Today's gospel     Luke 12:1-7

Meanwhile, when the crowd gathered in thousands, so that they trampled on one another, he [Jesus] began to speak first to his disciples, 

‘Beware of the yeast of the Pharisees, that is, their hypocrisy. Nothing is covered up that will not be uncovered, and nothing secret that will not become known. Therefore whatever you have said in the dark will be heard in the light, and what you have whispered behind closed doors will be proclaimed from the housetops.

‘I tell you, my friends, do not fear those who kill the body, and after that can do nothing more. But I will warn you whom to fear: fear him who, after he has killed, has authority to cast into hell. Yes, I tell you, fear him! Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten in God’s sight. But even the hairs of your head are all counted. Do not be afraid; you are of more value than many sparrows.'


Sacred Space

You can find a gentle prayer guide and devotional thought here:

https://sacredspace.com/daily-prayer/2025-10-17/


Christian Art

https://christian.art/daily-gospel-reading/luke-12-1-7-2025/



A song for the young and young at heart, about sparrows and more:


https://youtu.be/YHg_0VPgBQI?si=nDVm_4FyzNme4hGD


"Not one of them is forgotten in God’s sight."  (Luke 12: 6)




In memoriam: Christy Ferris


16th October, was a sad day in the Westport Parish, with the passing of dear Christy, but peaceful and joyful for Christy who has gone home to God and to Love. 

May he rest in peace and rise in glory +

You can find Christy's death notice and funeral arrangements at this link: 

https://rip.ie/death-notice/christy-ferris-mayo-westport-608345

Our deepest sympathy is with Christy’s family. 



Other notices 

(Subject to change)

  • Diocesan Synod, Sat 18 October, at Hotel Woodstock, Ennis, Co Clare. 
  • Inishbiggle Harvest Thanksgiving, Sat 25 Oct, followed by tea in the school. 
Please let us know if you wish to book a place in the currach. Gather at Doran's Point, Ballycroy, at 9.30 for 10am departure. Returning around 2.30pm. Recommended to bring: A packed lunch, water, sturdy footwear, weather-proof clothes, and 10 euros towards ferry cost. 
        This will be an extra-special occasion, as, (1), we plan to welcome Chris Gibbs as a newly-licensed 'LLLM' (= Parish Reader), and (2), we will celebrate (belatedly) our good friend Jeremy Holt's 80th birthday (with cake!).  


A Special Weekend of Sacred Music

24-26 October, in Westport and on Achill


The Choir of Sandford and St Philip's, Dublin, led by Mr David O'Shea, will be with us in Westport for a series of musical events:

    - Compline on Friday 24 Oct at 8pm, in St Mary's Church, South Mall, Westport

    - Faure's Requiem, Sat 25 Oct at 4pm in St Mary's Church, a fundraising concert towards repairs to Holy Trinity Church. Entry free. Donations welcome. 

    - Service of Holy Communion, Sunday 26 Oct, 12 noon in St Mary's Church. Guest preacher, Revd Canon Sonia Gyles, Rector of Sandford and St Philip's, Dublin

   -  Compline, Sunday 26 Oct at 3.30pm in St Thomas's Dugort, Achill.  Rehearsal from 3pm. You are welcome to come early, observe and enjoy. 

Please save the dates and spread the word. Thank you.


Faure's Requiem, Sat 25 Oct at 4pm in St Mary's Church, listen here for a taster.... https://www.facebook.com/reel/606799709092837



Advent and Christmas are coming!

Christmas musical event, Friday 5 Dec, 8pm          

- A special evening of Christmas music by the Roscommon Solstice Choir, with guests appearances including Eriko Hopkinson and the Westport Children's Choir, in St Mary's Church Westport. 

This is another wonderful fundraising event in aid of repairs to Holy Trinity Church, Westport. Please save the date and spread the word. Thank you!



Regular Service Pattern in the Aughaval Group of Parishes:


Turlough    Saturdays Weekly at 7pm:  

Holy Communion on 2nd and 4th Saturday (/Sunday) of the month.

Morning Prayer on 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month.

 

Castlebar *  Sundays Weekly at 10am: 

Holy Communion on 1st and 3rd Sundays of month. Morning Prayer on 2nd and 4th.

Open church in Castlebar every Friday from 11am - 1pm. 

* Christ Church Castlebar is a registered charity: Registered Charity No.  20206867

 

Westport    Sundays Weekly at 12 noon. Wednesdays at 10.30am. 

Services in St Mary's Church, while Holy Trinity Church is closed for safety repairs.

 

Dugort, Achill: October - April inclusive

2nd and 4th Sundays of the month at 3pm. Evening Prayer/ Holy Communion





 

Pastoral care and enquiries:  

Revd Suzanne Cousins, Rector  

Email: aughaval@tuam.anglican.org         

Tel. 083 800 3233  

Aughaval Parishes' Website    aughaval.tlk.ie

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AughavalParishes  



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