Announcements (18-19 February 2023)

1. Our mass timings for English and Language masses on the weekend will be changed beginning Saturday, 4th March 2023. Please see here: https://www.stjosephsabudhabi.org/news/new-mass-timings-effective-4-march-2023

2. Ash Wednesday will be celebrated on 22nd February. It is a day of fast and abstinence from meat. Mass times are as follows:

3. Parishioners are requested to please bring last year’s blessed palm leaves to the church before 20th February so that we can prepare ashes for Ash Wednesday.

4. You are encouraged to get your Lenten Sacrifice Envelope on Ash Wednesday and return it on or before Easter Sunday.

5. There will be Stations of the Cross on all Fridays during Lent at 6.00 pm.

5. The Young Adult Ministry (YAM) has prepared journal in commemoration of the World Youth Day 2023. The journal contains information on the previous WYDs, life of WYD patron saints, some prayers and important tips to help your spiritual growth. Limited copies available.

6. To ensure smooth movement of traffic, we request those who will take the bus to join the queue and follow the instructions of the ushers.