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Parish Events--Updated 7/24/2021Prayer for Vocations
St. Joseph Parish, Ongoing In June 2018 our parish began a program that encourages families and individuals to pray for vocations. To bring awareness to the dire need for more vocations, and to assist your daily prayer, a packet containing a crucifix, instructions, and prayers for the week, will be handed out to volunteers at the conclusion of each weekend Mass. All parishioners have the opportunity to participate in this time of prayer by signing up on the list provided in the back of the church. Questions? Please contact Leonard Campbell at 455-1105 or by email at lsoup03@gmail.com. St. Joseph Music Ministry Rehearsal
Rehearsals Scheduled to Resume in the Fall St. Joseph Church The Music Ministry at St. Joseph Parish welcomes and encourages full participation of the community in sung prayer and to welcome and foster the talents and gifts of the members of the music ministry and community. The choir rehearses on Monday evenings from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. September through May. RCIA Sessions--Tuesday Evenings
Postponed Indefinitely St. Joseph Church Hall For the coming months, our RCIA sessions will be on Tuesdays at 7 PM in the church hall. This is an opportunity for those who are interested in joining our church but were unable to attend sessions previously held on Mondays. If you, or someone you know, would like to learn more about the process for becoming one with our faith community, you are welcome to attend a scheduled RCIA session or contact the parish office at 267-8174. Coffee and Donuts
Temporarily Suspended St. Joseph Church Hall All are welcome to join us following the 9:30 Mass this Sunday for coffee and donuts. Knights of Columbus Breakfast
Temporarily Suspended St. Joseph Church Hall The Robert Leroux Council Knights of Columbus Council 10943 will be hosting their monthly Pancake breakfast Sunday, March 1 following the 9:30am Mass. $7 per person or $28 per family of 4 or more. The breakfast menu will include but is not limited to: Pan- cakes, French Toast, Fruit, Eggs, Fresh Made Home Fries, Sausage, Juice, Coffee, and Milk. Catholic Charities Counseling
New Hampshire Catholic Charities provides individual, marital, family, and couples' counseling, helping people with a variety of personal difficulties including: Depression, Stress, Family Conflicts, Relationship Problems, Anxiety, Substance Abuse, Life Adjustment Issues, Grief and Loss. Counseling also helps individuals and families strengthen communication skills in order to build and sustain healthy relationships and live more satisfying lives. A sliding scale fee is offered. Contact Catholic Charities at 528-3035 for more information. |
Events Outside the ParishUnemployment Help from NH Catholic Charities
Online sessions Catholic Charities NH is offering a free online support group to help you effectively navigate the complex job search process. “Unemployed: What Now? How do I Find A Job?” is a five-part series where you will learn best practices around targeting prospective employers, resume writing and interviewing, as well as how to best apply your unique skills to your own search. The program will be held via Zoom for five consecutive Wednesdays (at 10 a.m.) starting June 24. Click below to register or call 603-752-1325. Register here. Quo Vadis Days
August 6 Do you know where your life is going? The Lord Jesus has a great plan for you! You are invited to attend our Quo Vadis Days Hike and Quo Vadis Days Game Day to spend time with other young men your age looking at the Lord’s call in your life while having lots of fun. Quo Vadis Days is led by priests and seminarians of the diocese and includes a variety of games, prayer, other activities and opportunities to grow in friendship with the Lord and with each other.There are currently two upcoming Quo Vadis Days events: Game Day: Friday, August 6 St. Patrick Parish, Pelham, NH Click Here to Register For more information, please contact Fr. Von DeRosia, Assistant Director of Vocations at 603-635-3525 or vderosia@rcbm.org. Worldwide Marriage Encounter
September 24-26, Virtual To support married couples during this time of social distancing, Worldwide Marriage Encounter is sponsoring virtual marriage experiences. Some are on weekends and are seven sessions on weekdays from 7:00pm at www.WWMEMA.org. It is our trust and faith in God that allows him to heal us and gives us peace. Is God in charge of your marriage? Deepen your communication, rekindle your romance and renew your sacrament by attending the next Worldwide Marriage Encounter experience on the weekend of September 24-26. Fiat Days
July 30 St. Marie Parish, Manchester Do you want to say “yes” to God’s plan for your life? You are invited to attend our Fiat Days to spend time with other young women your age looking at the Lord’s call in your life while having lots of fun. Fiat Days is led by the vocations team of the diocese and the Daughters of Mary Mother of Healing Love of Manchester, NH. It includes a schedule of Mass and prayer, activities and opportunities to grow in friendship with the Lord and with each other. There is currently one upcoming Fiat Days event:Friday, July 30 Ste. Marie Parish, Manchester, NH Click Here to Register For more information, please contact Fr. Von DeRosia, Assistant Director of Vocations at 603-635-3525 or vderosia@rcbm.org. CASA:Court Appointed Special Advocates For Children
CASA of NH trains concerned citizens to advocate for abused and neglected children in the courts. There are children waiting for someone to speak on their behalf. Your common sense, commitment to children, and a contribution of 10-15 hours a month will help ensure a child grows up in a safe, permanent home. To become a CASA/GAL volunteer and help the children in your community, please call 800-626-0622, or apply at www.casanh.org/onlineapplication. Volunteer Driver Program
Are you over the age of 21? Do you have a dependable and insured vehicle and a desire to help someone in your community get to a medical appointment and other critical community services? If so, contact the Volunteer Driver Program (VDP) at 603.224.8043 to see how you can help. VDP is an initiative of the Mid-State Regional Coordinating Council for Community Transportation, operated by the Community Action Program Belknap- Merrimack Counties, Inc. |