The other set of Stations of the Cross in the Cathedral during Lent are the work of Siweger Koder who is a Catholic priest in Germany. Before becoming a priest he fought in the Second World War and was a prisoner of war from 1944-45. Then he studied engineering and silversmithing. He was ordained in 1971. Koder uses his paintings in the way Jesus uses the parables. He shows a certain reserve in representing the figure of Jesus, who most of the time is outside the scene - in the position of the viewer - to convey the idea that Jesus is alive today in the person of the viewer.

Some of the fourteen pictures may not be immediately beautiful but they all lead us into a deeper awareness of the journey that our Saviour made to Calvary to save us and the world. Hopefully during Lent, we will take time to meditate on these pictures and read the reflection provided.

The Holy Family Padre Pio Prayer Group will hold their monthly meeting in the Holy Family Church, Ballymagroarty on Monday night starting with 7.30 pm Mass.

There will be two 1st class relics of St Pio available at the meeting.

Youth Retreat for 16-35 year olds in St Patrick's College, Ballymena from Friday to Sunday, 12th to 14th March. The programme includes dramas, music, workshops, inspiring talks, games, etc. Donation only.

Residential - bring a sleeping bag!

For more information contact Carla 07514820572 or check out www.youth2000.ie.

Booking essential.

Engaged Encounter Weekend on 20th - 21st March in Dromantine Conference Centre, Newry.

Booking essential before 8th March.

Phone 79300340 or visit www.marriageencounter.ie.

Are you affected by someone's else's drinking? Al-Anon (the support group for families and friends) Information Evening on Wednesday at 8.30 pm. Al-Anon offers individuals who are affected by someone else's drinking the opportunity to meet with others who have similar problems and learned to deal with them. Understand the effects of alcohol abuse. Replace distress with hope. Reduce tension in the home which can improve the situation for everyone concerned.

For further information phone 90682368.

On Sunday 7th March we will celebrate 25 years in Omagh of SPRED and Faith and Light. These groups promote the spiritual development and inclusion of those with disabilities in parish life. Mass will be celebrated in the Sacred Heart Church at 2.30 pm by Bishop Brendan Kelly, Achonry, Monsignor Donnelly and past and present chaplains.

A warm welcome is extended to parishioners and especially to families who have a son or daughter with special needs. It will be a joyful day. A Church Gate collection will take place at all Masses on 6th/7th March.

'Thank You, Mother' Event in Thornhill Centre on Monday, 8th March from 12.00 noon to 2.30 pm. Cost stg12 per person. A very special lunch with a time of prayer and reflection as a way of allowing adult children to say 'Thank-you' to their mothers.

For booking/further details telephone 71351233.

Monthly devotions in honour of Our Lady

in Termonbacca on Tuesday 2nd March 2010

with Confessions at 7.30 pm followed by Rosary and Mass.

Mass in honour of Blessed Alexandrina Maria Da Costa

Sunday 28th February  at 7.30 pm in Termonbacca.

The Parish of St Eugene's Cathedral is looking for volunteers to create, promote and deliver youth ministry initiatives. Would you like to engage with young people in the parish community and provide opportunities for them to grow in their relationship with Christ ie youth participation at Mass, Children's liturgies or by facilitating and providing for the needs of the Pope John Paul II Award and its participants? Applicants should be mature and willing to undergo training. The Administrator, Priests, Diocesan Catechetical Centre and Youth Commission will provide support. Contact the Parish Office, telephone 71262894 or 71365782 or email steugenes@btconnect.com.