The Fifth Sunday of Lent draws us deeper into the mystery of life, death, and the hope that God gives. As we come closer to Holy Week, the readings remind us that God has power over even the darkest moments and calls us to trust in His promise of new life.
The first reading from the Book of Ezekiel presents a powerful message of hope. God speaks to His people, who feel lost and without hope. This reading reassures us that no situation is beyond God’s power to restore and renew.
The second reading from St Paul’s Letter to the Romans reminds us that those who live according to God’s Spirit have true life. Paul teaches that even though our bodies may be mortal, God’s Spirit lives within us and gives us life through Jesus Christ.
The Gospel from John tells the moving story of the raising of Lazarus. Through this miracle, Jesus reveals that He is “the resurrection and the life,” and that those who believe in Him will have life, even beyond death.
Today’s readings invite us to trust in Jesus, especially in times of difficulty or sadness. As we prepare for Easter, we are reminded that with Jesus, life and hope always have the final word.
Welcome to St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Cumbernauld
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
News and Updates
Fifth Sunday of Lent (Year A)
ST JOSEPH’S DAY this Thursday March 19. Mass at 10.00am. Parishioners from Sacred Heart & St Lucy’s are warmly welcomed too. Soup and sausages after Mass
40 HOURS ADORATION begins next Sunday after 11am Mass
LENT - Lent devotions: Benediction on Thursday at 7pm. Morning prayer before Mass, Stations of the Cross on Fridays before Mass
JUSTICE AND PEACE LENTEN CHATS in Holy Cross Hall Croy on Wednesday 18th March at 7.30pm.
PASSION REFLECTION in Holy Family Kirkintilloch on Wednesday 1st April at 7pm
EASTER EGG APPEAL If you would like to donate an Easter Egg for underprivileged children you are welcome to leave your donation in the hall. Thank you.
ST PATRICKS LADIES NIGHT - In the Hall on Friday 20th March, 7.30pm - 11pm. £5 a ticket BYOB, Call Heather on 07872 527 351 or John on 07702 013 559
SVDP COACH TRIP - To Mackinnon Mill is on Wednesday 27th May. There are 20 places. Please put your name on the list.
JESUIT YOUNG ADULT MINISTRIES - offer a programme of activities every Sunday at 7pm at the Ignatian Spritituality Center. www.staloysiusglasgow.org/yam/
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
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.