Welcome to St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Cumbernauld
The 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C) invites us to reflect on the healing power of God, the importance of gratitude, and the faith that transforms lives.
In the first reading from 2 Kings 5:14–17, we hear the story of Naaman, a foreign military commander who is healed of leprosy. This reading reminds us that God often works through ordinary means, and that healing begins with trust and obedience.
The second reading from 2 Timothy 2:8–13 is a call to perseverance. Paul, writing from prison, urges believers to remain faithful to Christ, even in suffering.
In the Gospel reading from Luke 17:11–19, Jesus heals ten lepers, but only one—a Samaritan—returns to give thanks. Jesus praises this man’s faith, highlighting that gratitude is not just good manners, but a sign of spiritual insight.
This Sunday challenges us to examine our own response to God’s goodness. Do we take His blessings for granted, or do we return to Him with thankful hearts?
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
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.
News and Updates
28th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C)
OCTOBER DEVOTIONS - Every Thursday at 7.00pm at St. Joseph’s
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