Welcome to St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Cumbernauld
The Fourth Sunday of Lent (Year C), also known as Laetare Sunday, is a moment of joy and hope in the midst of our Lenten journey. The Gospel reading from Luke 15:1-3, 11-32 tells the well-known parable of the Prodigal Son. This story of a wayward son who returns home to a merciful and loving father reminds us of God's boundless compassion and forgiveness. No matter how far we stray, God is always ready to welcome us back with open arms.
Laetare Sunday is marked by the use of the rose-colored vestments, signifying a pause from Lenten sorrow to rejoice in the promise of redemption. This day encourages us to reflect on God’s mercy, embrace reconciliation, and find renewed joy in our relationship with Him as we move closer to Easter.
Mass Times
Weekday Masses: 10.00am every morning
Weekend Masses: Saturday Vigil 5.00pm & Sunday 11.00am
Confessions: Saturday 4.15 -4.40pm by arrangement here
We, the parishioners of St. Joseph’s Cumbernauld, following the example of our Patron and Protector, believe that each member is called to ownership, discipleship, and evangelisation to our parish and local community.
The parish is a community of God’s people centered on the word of God and the Eucharist:
where all seek to be loving and caring, welcoming, forgiving, serving and healing;
where the poor can go for help, the lonely for company and the sorrowing for comfort;
where, with obedience to our own faith and respect for other faiths, we seek unity with all;
where, in a spirit of mission, we aim to promote God’s glory throughout the world;
where there is a passion for justice and peace;
where, as stewards of creation, we care and protect the environment locally and globally; and,
where Christ is the way and the truth and the life.
We do all of this as members of the Catholic community within the
Archdiocese of Glasgow and the universal Church.
News and Updates
Fourth Sunday of Lent
STATIONS OF THE CROSS - Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 9.45am. Morning prayer - Tusday and Thursday.
LADIES RETREAT - will be held in the hall on Thursday 3rd April 10.30am to 3.00pm. To book a place contact Sr Denise 356 018
SPUC (Society for Protection of Unborn Children) TALK - In the hall by Josh Coghill Thursday 10th April at 7.00pm.
MARGARET SINCLAIR STORY - will be performed in Sacred Heart Hall on Friday 28th March. Call 0749 534 7884 for tickets
THREE PARISH WALK - Saturday 31st May beginning at St Joseph’s with Mass at 10am. Rosary at Sacred Heart and Benediction at St Lucy’s followed by lunch there. All welcome.
NEW READERS - New readers required, even if you can’t commit to read every week at Mass, please see Maureen McGeeney with your availability and she will slot you in.
COURAGE TO BE CATHOLIC - Aid to the church in need “Courage to be Catholic” Saturday 29th March, 9.30am - 4pm. Glasgow Royal Concert Hall. Hear from inspiring speakers. https://www.trybooking.com/uk/EHSR
MEN OF ST JOSEPH - This is a prayer fellowship open to men 18 and over. They meet for Lectio Divina and Rosary 1st Thursday of each month at 7.30pm in the Ogilvie Center - 25 Rose St., Glasgow, G3 6RE. Email: themosj.scotland@gmail.com
YOUTH EVENTS - Please have a look at the various youth events listed on the Archdiocesan Youth website www.rcagyouth.co.uk