November 23, 2014
UNITED HEARTS PRAYER LINE PARISH
The number to call for prayer requests, or if you wish to
pray with us, is 622-2094.
THANKSGIVING MASS
We will celebrate Thanksgiving
Day Mass on Thursday,
November 27 at 9 a.m. We
encourage all families to join us.
The children of the parish are
encouraged to come as Pilgrims and or Native
Americans. You may also bring a table wine for a
blessing. Our collection for this Mass will benefit the
NH Food Bank.
FREE THANKSGIVING
DINNER
Don’t be alone for Thanksgiving.
Come and share in a community
Thanksgiving Dinner at Blessed
Sacrament Church Hall on
Thursday, November 27. Dinner is served from 12:00 to
2 p.m. RSVP by November 25 to Blessed Sacrament
Church at 622-5445. All are welcome! A wonderful,
traditional Thanksgiving Dinner prepared by the
parishioners of Blessed Sacrament will be served. There
is no cost for the dinner, just please let us know if you’ll
be coming. The hall is handicapped accessible.
NOVEMBER - ALL SOULS MONTH
It is a tradition for Catholics to offer Masses for their
deceased family and friends during the month of
November. If you would like to do this for your loved
ones, write their names on the All Souls envelope found
in your offertory box. These will be placed on the altar
to be remembered at the weekend and weekday Masses.
CATHOLIC CAMPAIGN FOR HUMAN
DEVELOPMENT
This week’s special collection provides funding for
groups that make lasting change and uplift the poor in
the United States. Catholic Campaign for Human
Development grants improve education, support
economic development, and help communities provide
housing in low-income neighborhoods. Help us continue
to defend human dignity and aid those living on the
margins of society. Please give to the CCHD collection.
Thank you for your generosity.
Christmas tags will be
hung on the Giving
Tree the weekend of
November
29/30.
Those who wish to
participate are asked
to return the wrapped gift with the tag attached to it on the
weekend of December 13/14, in order to make distributing
easier. These gifts are meant to be given to Our Place; a
counseling, prenatal and child care education service cosponsored by Catholic Charities. Other gifts are designated
for Seniors from St. Joseph Community Services. Your
generosity was overwhelming in past years.
ST. CATHERINE SCHOOL
Our annual Thanksgiving Mass will take place on Monday,
November 24 at 9 a.m. and our annual Thanksgiving schoolwide Dinner will take place on Tuesday, November 25. We
look forward to sharing time with our families during this
holiday and we give thanks to God for all we share.
So many wonderful learning activities fill our classrooms.
To note a few initiatives that extend outside our classrooms,
our 5th and 6th Grade students begin preparing for the Statewide Spelling Bee to be held after the Christmas season. The
winner from our school competition proceeds to the State
competition. Our 6th Grade students exercise their creativewriting skills as they progress with the DAR Essay Contest.
St. Catherine has consistently earned top honors and we look
forward to this year’s submissions.
With Basketball, Cheerleading and Drama Club in session,
we hear the sounds of joy from our gymnasium after school.
As we await that first snow, students anticipate the Ski and
Snowboard Club season. Coordinated by Mrs. Anzivino, this
program is offered to students in Grades 1-6, encouraging
active lifestyles during the winter months. It is a five-week
program held at McIntyre Ski Area.
Challenging Minds, Sharing Our Faith, Cherishing
Families. Are you interested in a tour of our school for your
child? Please call us at 622-1711 or visit our website at
scsnh.com
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
Trinity High School Student Council presents a Breakfast
with Santa on Saturday, December 13 from 8 a.m.- 11 a.m. in
the Trinity High School cafeteria. Breakfast includes:
pancakes, muffins, pastries, bacon, and eggs. The event is
free of charge. Donations to the Student Council will be
appreciated. Activities include decorating Christmas cookies,
making ornaments and decorations, listening and dancing to
Christmas music.
FAITH FORMATION SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
JESUS WAS BORN IN A SHELTER
There are many Adult Faith Formation and community
opportunities coming up. There are three simple ways to
get information you need: check the bulletin for new
events that are being advertised. You may check our
website saintcatherineparishnh.com where a new
calendar feature displays all our events. Finally, check
the stands at the back of the church for copies of the
calendar.
The box at the main entrance of the church is to collect items
for those who live in shelters in Manchester. The needs for
November are:
baby wipes, diapers, feminine hygiene
products, deodorant, and dish sponges. Thank you.
SATURDAY
4:00
WOMEN OF MARY / MEN OF ST. JOSEPH
The Women of Mary meet on the 1st Saturday of each
month in the school cafeteria. The Men of St. Joseph
meet on the 2nd Saturday of each month from 8-10 a.m.
in the school cafeteria. Each meeting includes Mass, a
recitation of the Rosary, full breakfast, and a special
guest speaker. You are warmly invited to join us for
these spiritually enriching mini retreats.
SUNDAY
7:30
9:00
11:00
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BECOMING
CATHOLIC?
Would you like to learn more about the Catholic faith?
We invite you to attend the inquiry sessions held at
9:15 a.m. each Sunday in the school conference room.
For more information, contact Derek at 622-6264,
Norine Calvano at 624-8331 or Fr. Paul 622-4966.
ROLAND ROY by Curt & Diane Bergeron
GARY FOYE by his wife, Mary
NOVEMBER 23
HERB FITZGERALD by the Pelletiers
ROMAIN BESSETTE, ROLANDE AND
ELPHE LACHANCE by the Lachance family
THOMAS MORRISSETTE by M/M Robert Kirby
ANN MONGAN by Bob, Maria & Katherine
(1st Anniversary)
CHRISTOPHER DUVAL by his loving mother, Pat
(10th Anniversary)
THERESE BRULE
JOSEPH ACTON by the family
ALFRED GUIMOND by his loving wife, Mary
(7th Anniversary)
MONDAY-THURSDAY - Evening Prayer 5:00 p.m.
MONDAY
NOVEMBER 24
ST. ANDREW DUNG-LAC, priest, martyr
9:00
5:30
SYMBOLON STUDY PROGRAM
Symbolon has now begun. We meet on Tuesdays at
9:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. Symbolon is a comprehensive
program designed to beautifully illustrate everything we
believe as Catholics. You are welcome to join us.
NOVEMBER 22
TUESDAY
SCHOOL MASS IN GYM
FOR THE INTENTION OF
FR. PAUL MONTMINY by Olive Sarvary
ANN MONGAN by her friends (1st Anniv.)
NOVEMBER 25
ST. CATHERINE OF ALEXANDRIA, virgin, martyr
5:30
DECEASED MEMBERS OF
THE LEGION OF MARY
WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 26
A JOURNEY THROUGH ADVENT
Join us on December 9, 16 and 23 (Tuesdays) at
9:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. for a time of reflection and prayer
during the beautiful liturgical season of Advent. More
details to come in future bulletins.
5:30
THURSDAY
MONTHLY MASS FOR THE DECEASED
The monthly Mass for the deceased will be celebrated
in Saint Augustin Cemetery Chapel, South Beech Street
on Saturday, November 29 at 9 a.m.
CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
As of November 18, 2014
Total Pledges:
$1,097,360.69
Total Cash Received: $ 735,027.15
Our Goal is $1,700,000
Thank you for your support
NOVEMBER 27
THANKSGIVING DAY
9:00
LEARN WHILE YOU DRIVE
We have many new CD titles located in kiosks at the
main entrance. Take a moment to browse through and
choose something that interests you in a challenging
way. The cost is $3 each or 2 for $5.
ROLANDE VACHON by Sue Vachon (11th Anniv.)
JACK BRIGGS by Helen Closson
SATURDAY
4:00
SUNDAY
7:30
9::00
11:00
JOSHUA MICHAEL DUNN by his mother
JULIA COTTER by M/M John Groetz
REGENT LACHANCE by the family
MURIEL CHARPENTIER by the family
(25th Anniversary)
NOVEMBER 29
LEWIS FRANKLIN JR. by the family
JOHN CRESTA by Margaret Cresta
ELIZABETH MCDONALD by the McDonald family
MARY MORETTI by the Arrison family
NOVEMBER 30
JAMES O’NEILL by his wife, Arline (1st Anniv.)
CLAIRE LEMIRE by the Faculty & Staff of
St. Catherine of Siena School
PAULA MARIE JONES by Mom & Dad
ALBERT BUREAU by Herman & J Mooney
JACK BRIGGS by Mary Ellen and Ron McCarthy
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT
November 15/16
Checks: $ 6,790.00
Loose:
$ 2,782.00
E-Give: $ 1,473.00
Total:
$11,045.00
REGISTRATION FOR SUMMER CAMP
CYO BASKETBALL
Camp Fatima for boys and Camp Bernadette for girls are
now accepting online registrations for the 2015 summer
season. The camps, located in the Lakes Region of NH,
offer 2-week overnight sessions for children, ages 6-15.
For more information, or to request a brochure and
DVD, contact Michael Drumm at 603-364-5851 or email
at mdrumm@campsfatimabernadette.org.
We are now looking for 7th and 8th graders to play for the
St. Catherine’s CYO Basketball team. Anyone interested can
contact David Wenger at 647-2573.
ALL RELIGIOUS ED CLASSES
It is a busy time of year for everyone.
Please read the upcoming schedule carefully.
November 23 - No morning classes for grades 1-5
No Children’s Ministry programs.
Confirmation class as scheduled.
CORE has a GAP night in the church at 4:30 p.m.
November 30 - No morning or evening classes
No Children’s Ministry programs
December 7 - Fall Confirmation Year Two
last class
December 14 - Fall Confirmation Year One
last class
December 21 - Grades 1-5 and CORE
last class before Christmas
GAP NIGHT
Gap night will be held Sunday, November 23 at
4:30 p.m. in the church. Our guest speaker will be
Fr. Richard Dion, pastor of St. Anthony Parish. All are
welcome.
ST. CATHERINE PARISH JUNIOR CHOIR
If you like to sing, come join our group. The
St. Catherine of Siena Parish Junior Choir is open to
boys and girls in grades 2 to 7. Rehearsals are held on
Tuesdays from 4:30 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. in the church.
Plans are that we will sing once every month at the
Saturday 4 p.m. Mass. We have room for more
members, so please invite your singing friends to attend
too. For questions, call Mrs. Munz at 624-7883.
MESSAGE FROM CHILDREN’S
MINISTRIES
Despite the on-going construction the children’s
ministries are still available. We are offering babysitting
for 1-3 year olds and Pre-CCD for 4-5 year olds at the
school in the Kindergarten rooms during the 9 a.m.
Sunday Mass. Entrance and dismissal is through the
Kindergarten room in the back lot. We begin at 8:50 and
end at 10:15-10:20. The building is secure. The adults
have been vetted and trained for this age group, and
plans are in place to educate, entertain and adore your
children while you enjoy Mass. Snack is still provided
and we are available via cell phone should you need to
contact us or us contact you. The children’s ministry
volunteers are ready to start the program again. Come
visit with us 8:50 a.m. on Sunday.
VITA NOVA CATHOLIC MEN’S
RETREAT
AHA! Get ready for the God moment that
changes everything! Join Spiritual
Director, Fr. Marc Montminy for the
30th Annual Vita Nova Catholic Men’s
Retreat January 9-11, 2015 at the
Barbara
C.
Harris
Center
in
Greenfield, NH. Have you been wondering what to get the
man who has everything for Christmas? Well, what about the
gift that 'keeps on giving'? A renewed sense of spirituality &
commitment to the truth is just what God is seeking for men.
Come along with other men and discover the power of
knowing a personal God who loves and cares for us. Our
team will share practical information about how being honest
with ourselves and God can lead to life changing
transformation. We promise.... you will NOT be
disappointed! Join us for a weekend that will refresh your
faith and lead you to becoming a more joyful Catholic! If you
have never been on retreat -or- if you have been on many--we promise you that all will come away with something
powerful!
ATTENTION ALL MILITARY SERVICE
MEN AND WOMEN
Lighthouse Catholic Media, who provide the CD’s in our
kiosk at the Webster street entrance of the Church, and some
of their generous benefactors would like to give you 9 free
lectures as a token of appreciation for your service. For more
information, search Google for “lighthouse catholic media
military” or contact our Evangelist 622-6264 or
dmcdonald@scsnh.com
ADVENT PRAYER SERVICE AT BERAKAH
Join presenter Mary Schneiders, OP for an enlightening
retreat day on Saturday, December 6 from 9:30-3p.m. at
Berakah Retreat and Spirituality Center in Pittsfield. The cost
is $40 and includes lunch. A non-refundable deposit of $10 is
required. Advent is always associated with hope. Hope
however, is not simply a virtue or wishful thinking. It’s a
journey, a way of life that colors who we are and what we do,
and that for which we hope is not only in the future, but
already being fulfilled in our daily lives.
TRIP TO FRANCE AND ITALY
The Sisters of the Presentation of Mary are sponsoring a
17-day pilgrimage to Rome and France from April 17 to
May 3, 2015. France will include Lourdes and Paris and the
Ardeche Region, where the Foundress, Blessed Anne-Marie
Rivier, lived and began the Congregation, of the Srs. of the
Presentation of Mary. A few places are still available. For
more information contact Sr. Estelle: srestelle@juno.com or
call 603-624-2295.
CALLING ALL WOMEN
THURSDAYS ON PENNACOOK STREET
The St. Catherine’s Women’s Group is looking for you!
We have been re-invented and would love to have your
input as we grow our organization. We are 32 members,
and we have room for many more. Could that be you?
Have you ever looked around the church and wished you
had a friend to talk with after Mass? Want to get out of
the house for a couple of hours each month and enjoy
social time as well as helping others through works?
Whatever your reason may be, feel free to join us. Ages
range from young mothers to mature individuals.
Everyone is welcome to join us on the second Tuesday
of the month in the basement of the school. We socialize
(do a lot of chatter while eating snacks) from 6:30 to 7
p.m. The meeting begins at
7 p.m. and typically
ends around 8 p.m. We want to shake things up a bit and
would love your ideas and enthusiasm. Please note that
the December meeting will be offsite for a holiday
gathering so please join us in January.
Every Thursday, sidewalk counselors offer a better
alternative to mothers bringing their teenage daughters to
Manchester's abortion facility, Planned Parenthood. Some of
the girls are subdued, heads down, and quietly walk into PP
as their mothers yell at the counselors and prayer volunteers.
The mothers vent their anger at the ones offering true help,
but they just want the “problem” to go away.
Last Thursday was cold and rainy, but a man walked up
Pennacook Street to tell his story to the counselors and
volunteers and hopefully let go of the guilt he has been
carrying for the past six years. When his girlfriend told him
she was pregnant, he said she had to have an abortion. He
said, “I'm 51 years old. I can't do this – I'm too old to raise a
child.” Then he showed pictures of his six-year-old daughter
and proudly said, “She is the spitting image of me. What was
I thinking? She is everything to me.”
Many times the counselors and volunteers are thanked for
being on the sidewalk along with the comment, “I wish
someone had been there for me.” Training is available for
women and men interested in counseling women considering
abortion. For details, contact Cathy Kelley at 206-5306 or
send her an email at: ckelley@pennacookpregnancy.org
Prayer volunteers from this parish and parishes from all over
our Diocese pray outside the Planned Parenthood clinic in
Manchester and offer assistance to women unsure about their
decision to abort. These stories are their eyewitness accounts.
There are 20 to 30 surgical abortions performed every
Thursday. Send an email to prayerforlifecenter@gmail.com
to learn more about being a prayer volunteer and witness for
Life or visit: www.prayforlifecenter.org
REJOICE AND BE GLAD
Begin your holiday celebrations with Interfaith Women
of NH on Monday evening, December 8 at 7 p.m. Doors
open at 6:15 p.m. at our host venue, Temple Adath
Yeshurun, 152 Prospect Street. If you’re interested, a
tour of the Temple with Rabbi Beth will be available at
6:30 p.m. The musical celebration begins at 7 p.m. sharp
when sacred dancers will offer an expressive dance in
the Christian tradition of liturgical praise and prayer.
The second presenter, Rahel Limor, will sing and teach
Israeli dance. “Zemer Atik.” Next, Aparajita and
Karishma Manchandra, mother and daughter, will
perform a song and Asian/Indian classical Dance
“Kathak.” The Aksara a Capella Ensemble, directed by
Vicki Schneider, will round out our celebration. It will
give song to a unique global vision of unity in diversity
through voices combined in a singular sound style.
RSVP to Veronica Molloy at 669-5076 or e-mail
interfaithwomennh@gmail.com
WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER
The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want. Is
Jesus the Shepherd in our marriage? Do we know what
He asks of us in our Sacrament of Marriage? The next
Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends are
December 5-7 and January 23-25, 2015. For more
information call Jim and Elaine Richard at 1-800-710WWME or visit our webpage at www.wwme.org
NEW PRAYERS ON OLD BEADS
The Knights of Columbus are looking for your old,
broken or new rosary beads that are no longer hearing
your prayers. Other religious items such as bibles,
medals, and prayer books are also accepted. These will
be passed on to the Poor Sisters of St. Claire and other
prayer groups, to be distributed to those who can use
them. There is a receptacle at the handicap entrance of
the church. Thank you for opening the door of prayer.
MASS FOR PEACE IN THE MIDDLE EAST
The Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom will be offered
for the intention of the persecuted Christians of the Middle
East and throughout the world at 7 p.m. on Wednesday,
December 3, at Our Lady of the Cedars Melkite Catholic
Church, 140 Mitchell St., Manchester, NH. All are welcome.
The Melkite Catholic Church has her roots and origins in the
Holy Land and throughout the Middle East, and is in full
communion with the Roman Catholic Church. The Divine
Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom is the celebration of the
Eucharist according to the ancient traditions of the Byzantine
Church. For further information call 623-8944 or email us at
oloc.church@comcast.net
YOUTH GROUP EVENTS
Students in grades 6-12 are invited to join us on Saturday,
December 6 for a trip to a live Nativity scene. Feel free to
bring friends and family. We will meet after the 4p.m. Mass
in the Church parking lot, then we will head to the live
Nativity in Brookline, NH. Following our visit there, we will
stop for pizza/dinner. On December 7 anyone in grades 6-12
are invited to join us for a dessert smorgasbord from 6-7 p.m.
in the school cafeteria. Please call Mrs. Brockway at 603-2343803 us know what you will bring. For more information and
to RSVP, call Mrs. Brockway at 234-3803. Each student that
is not traveling with family will need a permission slip.
A CHRISTMAS TRIP FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
TO LA SALETTE SHRINE
Want to get in the Christmas spirit this Advent Season?
Join St. Catherine of Siena Parish on Friday, December 12, for our trip to
La Salette Shrine in Enfield, NH
We will witness their amazing display of over 50,000 lights,
beautiful Nativity sets, and yes, “Santa” will be there too!
Registration is now open, but there are only 54 seats available,
please respond as soon as possible
Tickets for the Coach bus ride will be $20 per person
We will depart St. Catherine at 4:30 PM and will return to St. Catherine around 10 PM
Light Fare can be purchased at the Shrine or you are welcome to bring a bag lunch
Please visit our website and click on the La Salette link or contact Derek McDonald
dmcdonald@scsnh.com / 603.289.6237 for more information and to register.