Welcome to St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Cumbernauld
The 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C) invites us to reflect on the universal call to salvation, the discipline of faith, and the urgency of true commitment.
In the first reading from Isaiah 66:18–21, God declares that He will gather people from all nations to witness His glory. This vision of inclusion reminds us that salvation is not reserved for a select few—it’s a gift offered to all.
The second reading from Hebrews 12:5–7, 11–13 speaks of divine discipline—not as punishment, but as loving correction. Just as a parent trains a child, God shapes us through trials so we may grow in righteousness and peace. Faith requires endurance, and this passage encourages us to stay strong and trust in God’s refining love.
In the Gospel reading from Luke 13:22–30, Jesus teaches about the narrow gate, warning that many will try to enter but won’t succeed. He emphasizes that being known by God is more than outward religious practice—it’s about authentic relationship and transformation. He also reverses expectations: “Some who are last will be first, and some who are first will be last.”
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
21st Sunday in Ordinary Time
LADIES RETREAT - Ladies retreat will be held in the parish hall on Wednesday 3rd September at 10.30 - 3.00 pm. To book a place contact Sr Denise on 01236 356 018.
CUMBERNAULD SVDP - Cumbernauld SVDP are hosting an afternoon tea in Sacred heart on Saturday 13th September. There are 20 places available for St Joseph’s parishioners. If you would like to go please add your name to the list at the back of the church.
ST JOSEPH’S SVDP - St Joseph’s SVDP are running a bus to the Family Day in Carfin on 27th September after 10 am Mass. If you would like to go please add your name to the list
VOCATIONS MASS - Vocations Mass is on Wednesday 27th August at 7 pm in St Andrew’s Cathedral.
LETTER FROM SVDP - There is a letter from SVDP on the noticeboard. If you know someone who would benefit from help please phone 07950950388 in confidence
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.
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