The Second Sunday of Easter, also known as Divine Mercy Sunday, continues the joy of the Resurrection and invites us to reflect on God’s mercy, forgiveness, and the gift of faith.
The first reading from the Acts of the Apostles describes the early Christian community. They share everything they have and care for one another. This reading shows us what it means to live as a community shaped by the Resurrection.
The second reading from the First Letter of St Peter speaks of the living hope we have through the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. Even in times of difficulty, our faith brings joy because we trust in God’s promise of eternal life.
The Gospel from John tells the story of Jesus appearing to His disciples. They are afraid and hiding, but Jesus comes and says, “Peace be with you.” He shows them His wounds and gives them the Holy Spirit. Later, Thomas, who was not there, doubts that Jesus is alive. When Jesus appears again, He invites Thomas to touch His wounds.
Today’s readings invite us to trust in God’s mercy and grow in faith. As we continue in the joy of Easter, we are called to live with faith, share God’s love with others, and trust in His mercy, which is always greater than our fears.
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 Easter (Year A)
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.