Parish of St Anthony, Belfast

13/06/2026

13/06/2026

Yesterday (Feast of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus), Bishop Alan celebrated the 2026 Jubilarians. Men who mark 25, 40, 50, 60 & 70 years of priestly ministry. We thank God for their “Yes” and for their service to the people of this diocese and beyond. May God continue to bless them abundantly. Please hold the 2026 Jubilarians in your prayers.
Ad Multos Annos. 🙏🏻

Bishop Alan McGuckian celebrates with the Down and Connor Jubilarians.

12/06/2026

12/06/2026

TODAY IS THE WORLD DAY OF PRAYER FOR THE SANCTIFICATION OF PRIESTS

Today, on the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, the Church invites us to pause and pray in a special way for the sanctification of priests.

Priests preach the Gospel, celebrate the Holy Mass, hear confessions, visit the sick, guide families, and quietly carry many spiritual and personal burdens.

Behind every visible ministry is a human heart that also needs grace, strength, wisdom, and prayers.

Today, let us remember all priests:
those who are joyful,
those who are tired,
those carrying hidden crosses,
those serving faithfully in silence,
and those in need of encouragement and renewal.

PRAYER FOR PRIESTS
Lord Jesus Christ, Eternal High Priest, sanctify Your priests. Strengthen them in holiness, protect them in trials, renew their hearts with zeal, and help them remain faithful witnesses of Your love. Through the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, keep them close to Your Sacred Heart.

Amen.

Mention a priest in the comments and say a prayer for him today.

Be Prayerful. Be Inspired
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12/06/2026

O Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, I place all my trust in Thee.

12/06/2026

Mass on Friday of 10th week in Ordinary Time, Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, Friday 12th June 2026, 9:30am, St Anthony’s, Willowfield, Belfast.

11/06/2026

Mass on Thursday of 10th week in Ordinary Time, memorial of St Barnabas, apostle, Thursday 11th June 2026, 9:30am, St Anthony’s, Willowfield, Belfast

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09/06/2026

Mass with Novena to St Anthony, on Tuesday of 10th week in Ordinary Time, feast of St Columba (Colum Cille), abbot & missionary, secondary Patron of Ireland, Tuesday 9th June 2026, 9:30am, St Anthony’s, Willowfield, Belfast.