The Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time reminds us that Jesus is gentle, humble, and always ready to welcome those who come to Him. The readings encourage us to trust in God's loving care and to find peace in Christ, especially when life feels difficult or overwhelming.
The first reading from the Book of the Prophet Zechariah is a joyful prophecy about the coming of the Messiah. The prophet tells God's people to rejoice because their king is coming, not as a powerful warrior, but humbly, riding on a donkey.
The second reading from St Paul's Letter to the Romans reminds us that the Holy Spirit lives within all who belong to Christ. St Paul encourages us not to live selfishly but to allow the Spirit to guide our thoughts, words, and actions.
The Gospel from Matthew reveals Jesus thanking His Father for revealing His truth to those who are humble and open-hearted. Jesus then gives one of His most comforting invitations: "Come to me, all you who labour and are burdened, and I will give you rest."
Today's readings invite us to place our trust in Jesus rather than relying only on our own strength. When we feel worried, tired, or burdened, Jesus invites us to come to Him for peace and comfort. By following His example of humility, kindness, and love, we discover the true joy that comes from living close to God. As we continue through Ordinary Time, we are reminded that Jesus is always ready to strengthen us and lead us along the path of peace.
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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
14th Sunday in Ordinary Time
DIAMOND ANNIVERSARY OF FR MCKAY’S ORDINATION - Father McKay will be celebrating his Diamond Anniversary of Ordination on Sunday 26th July at 11am Mass. Please join him in the hall afterwards
PARISH SUMMER BARBEQUE - The parish summer barbeque this year will be on Sunday 9th August after 11am Mass
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.