The Second Sunday of Lent invites us to lift our hearts and minds toward God as we continue our journey of prayer, reflection, and renewal.
The first reading from the Book of Genesis tells the story of God’s call to Abraham. This reading teaches us that faith means trusting God, even when the path ahead is unclear.
The second reading from St Paul’s Second Letter to Timothy encourages us to remain strong in faith, even when life is difficult. Paul reminds us that God has saved us and called us to live holy lives, not because of our own efforts, but because of His grace and love shown through Jesus Christ.
The Gospel tells the story of the Transfiguration, when Jesus takes Peter, James, and John up a mountain and is revealed in glory. This strengthens their faith and prepares them for the challenges ahead.
Today’s readings remind us that God calls each of us, just as He called Abraham and the disciples. He invites us to trust Him, listen to His Son, and walk faithfully on our Lenten journey. As we continue toward Easter, we are encouraged to grow in courage, hope, and love, knowing that God’s light is always guiding us forward.
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
Second Sunday of Lent (Year A)
LENT - Lent devotions Morning prayer before Mass, Stations of the Cross on Fridays before Mass
LADIES RETREAT - In St Joseph’s on Wednesday 4th March, 10.30am - 3pm. Phone Sr Denise on 01236 356 018
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
RCAG YOUNG ADULTS - Holiness in Ordinary Life. Young adults 18 - 35 are invited to Eyre Hall, 196 Clyde St Glasgow on Wednesday 12th February 7-9pm. Register at RCAGyouth.co.uk
JESUIT YOUNG ADULT MINISTRIES - offer a programme of activities every Sunday at 7pm at the Ignatian Spritituality Center. www.staloysiusglasgow.org/yam/
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
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.