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Parish of Saint André Bessette Sacred Heart Church

291 Union Avenue, Laconia

Saint Joseph Church

30 Church Street, Laconia

Laconia, Lakeport & Gilford

Parish Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 A.M.to 4:30 P.M.

291 Union Ave, Laconia, NH 03246

Phone: 603-524-9609 www.StAndreBessette.org Fax: 603-524-9620

sacredheartlaconia@metrocast.net stjoelac@metrocast.net

LITURGY OF THE EUCHARIST

Weekday Masses:

St Joseph Church:

Monday 8:00 A.M.

(8:30 during school year),

Wednesday and Thursday, 8:00 A.M.

No Mass on Friday

Sacred Heart Church:

Tuesday, 5:00 P.M.

Weekend Masses:

Saturday Evening Vigil 4:00 P.M. at Sacred Heart Church

Sundays Mornings 7:00 A.M. at St Joseph Church 8:30 A.M. at Sacred Heart Church

10:30 A.M. at St Joseph Church

Holy Days

As Announced.

RECONCILIATION

Saturdays, 3:00 P.M. at Sacred Heart

Tuesdays, 5:30 P.M. at Sacred Heart

Confessions always available upon

request.

BAPTISMS

Call the parish office; preparation for

parents is required prior to the baptism.

WEDDINGS

Please contact the parish office to

establish a first meeting six month

prior to the desired wedding day.

HOSPITAL ADMISSIONS

Please inform the Hospital Staff that

you are Catholic; also please call the

parish office.

PASTORAL LEADERSHIP

Very Reverend Marc B. Drouin V.F.

Pastor

Rev. Monsignor Richard B. Thompson

Weekend Assistant

Deacon Russell Morey

Permanent Deacon

Seth Evangelho

Director of Faith Formation

Youth Minister / Evangelist

Wesley Becklo

K-8 Faith Formation Coordinator

Youth Minister

Jude Christopher

Abba House of Mercy & Prayer

Coordinator

Wanda Gilson

Ministry Coordinator

Lyn Florio

Parish Nurse Ministry Coordinator

PASTORAL SUPPORT STAFF

Bernadette Eaton

Business Manager

Tina Hayward

Receptionist

Safe Environment Coordinator

Marianne Kiefer

Administrative Assistant

Bulletin Editor

Marilyn Lamere

Office Secretary

Benjamin O’Brien

Music Director

Cantor & Accompanist

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NEW PARISHIONERS Please register with the Parish Office as soon as possible.

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ST. ANDRÉ BESSETTE PARISH MAY 27, 2018

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SATURDAY, MAY 26, 2018: VIGIL THE MOST HOLY

TRINITY Jas 5:13-20/Ps 141:1-2, 3 and 8 [2a]/Mk 10:13-16 4:00 P.M. S.H. George & Michael Vincent by the Family Eileen & Joseph Geiger & Peter George by Barbara George

The Parishioners of St. André Bessette

SUNDAY MAY 27 2018: THE MOST HOLY TRINITY Dt 4:32-34, 39-40/Ps 33:4-5, 6, 9, 18-19, 20, 22 [12b]/Rom 8:14-17/Mt 28:16-20

7:00 A.M. St. J. Paul Lamere by Marilyn & Family Ray & Elizabeth Guyer by SAB Homebound Ministry 8:30 A.M. S.H. Mike Ferreira (B-Day Rem) by his wife Jeannie Gemma Hamel by Roger & Janet Carignan Michael A. Vincent by Steve & Marianne Porter 10:30 A.M. St. J. Robert LaPierre (3rd Anni) by Lucille LaPierre & Family Gerry Hardy by Bev Provencal

MONDAY, MAY 28, 2018 1 Pt 1:3-9/Ps 111:1-2, 5-6, 9 and 10c [5]/Mk 10:17-27

9:00 A.M. SH Cemetery For all who died while serving our country

TUESDAY, MAY 29, 2018 1 Pt 1:10-16/Ps 98:1, 2-3ab, 3cd-4 [2a]/Mk 10:28-31 5:00 P.M. S.H. David Nadeau by Brian & Bernadette Eaton Mary McNeill by SAB Ladies Guild

WEDNESDAY, MAY 30, 2018 1 Pt 1:18-25/Ps 147:12-13, 14-15, 19-20 [12a]/Mk 10:32-45

8:00 A.M. St. J. For all lives lost this year through gun violence

THURSDAY, MAY 31, 2018 Zep 3:14-18a or Rom 12:9-16/Is 12:2-3, 4bcd, 5-6 [6]/Lk 1:39-56

�:00 A.M. St. J. Jan Donahue by Marilyn Lamere

FRIDAY, JUNE 1, 2018 1 Pt 4:7-13/Ps 96:10, 11-12, 13 [13b]/Mk 11:11-26

No Mass

SATURDAY, JUNE 2, 2018: VIGIL THE MOST HOLY

BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST Jude 17, 20b-25/Ps 63:2, 3-4, 5-6 [2b]/Mk 11:27-33

4:00 P.M. S.H. Eileen G. Monahan (5th Anni) by Bob & Barbie Monahan Robin Rist by Jan Donahue The Parishioners of St. André Bessette

SUNDAY JUNE 3 2018: THE MOST HOLY BODY AND

BLOOD OF CHRIST Ex 24:3-8/Ps 116:12-13, 15-16, 17-18/Heb 9:11-15/Mk 14:12-16, 22-26 7:00 A.M. St. J. Clara Langlois by Claire Musante Margaret E. Normandin by Linda Normandin & Family Deceased Members of the Boucher/Breton Families by Priscilla Breton & Family 8:30 A.M. S.H. Special Intention for Joshua Nichols by his mother Joanna Snow Armand Godbout by Shirley A. Scates For all those enrolled in the Memorial Mass 10:30 A.M. St. J. Dorea J. Decato (9th Anni) by daughter Louise & Family Norman Horning by Marlene Makowski

Capital Campaign Pledge Updates The St. André Bessette Parish Capital Campaign continues to be conducted. As parishioners, we are being asked to consider prayerfully the sacrifices each of us is able to make to ensure our beloved Saint André Bessette Parish remains a landmark of the Lakes Region and continues to provide a home for all who seek, love and need the Lord. If you haven’t had a chance to make your pledge, it’s not too late. Pledge cards are available at the doors of the churches. Parish goal: $1,600,000.00

Pledge Total: $1,464,830.00

Total pledges received to date: $1,275,580.51

CHURCH SUPPORT

Collection from May 20, 2018

OFFERTORY ............................................................. $10,874.00

VANCO .......................................................................... 4,424.84

TOTAL ....................................................................... $15,298.84

Offertory needed to make the weekly budget: $18,000.00

July 1-May 20 Budgeted $ 846,000.00 July 1-May 20 Received: $ 820,823.52

July 1-May 20 Deficit: -$ 25,176.48

God bless you for your generosity. We are grateful for the support you give to the parish.

24 HOUR ADORATION:

Wednesday – Thursday: 8:30 A.M. St. Joseph Church To volunteer, contact Wanda Gilson at 603-524-9609.

WEEKLY DAYTIME CHURCH VISITS:

For those who would like to visit Our Lord during the day, St. Joseph Church is open until 3:00 P.M. and Sacred Heart (handicap ramp door) until 4:30 P.M. Please feel welcome to visit often.

ADORERS NEEDED

Thank you to the many parishioners who are a part of our Eucharistic Adoration. We are in need of people to take the 7-8 P.M. time slot on Wednesday evening

and the 6-7 A.M. time slot on Thursday morning as soon as

possible.

We ask that you prayerfully consider this opportunity to spend some quiet time with our Lord. If you are able to assist, please contact Wanda Gilson at 524-9609 or wandagilson44@gmail.com.

ST. ANDRÉ BESSETTE MEMORIAL DAY MASS The Memorial Day Mass will be celebrated on Monday,

May 28 at 9:00 A.M. at Sacred Heart Cemetery. We will gather at the Calvary statue in the upper cemetery. In case of rain, the Mass will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Church. There will not be an 8:30 Mass at St. Joseph Church.

�The parish office will be closed May 28 but will re-

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CEMETERY FLOWERS In celebration of Memorial Day, flowers may be placed on the graves at Sacred Heart and St. Lambert Cemeteries starting Friday May 25 and must be removed by Sunday June 3.

There is NO Wednesday Adoration this week due to the 40 Hours Adoration beginning

Thursday at 6:00 p.m.

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LACONIA-GILFORD COMMUNITY

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CULTURE OF LIFE MINISTRY

St. André Bessette Parish

COFFEE HOUSE

June 3 & 17

Happy Spring! WELCOME TO OUR VISITORS!

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14-Day Sanctuary Candle

May 27~ June 9

In Memory of Armand Bolduc by Tonie Forsberg

SoulFest Volunteer “Thank You” Meeting:

On Friday, June 8th at 6:00 P.M., the NH Right to Life Educational Trust is hosting a “Thank you” evening at St. André Bessette Parish for all the volunteers from the Lakes Region that assist at the SoulFest event.

Members of the group will answer questions regarding the ministry of the ETF of New Hampshire Right to Life, as well as garner new volunteers. This will be held in the front room of the Parish Hall (gym). Food and beverages will be provided.

The Culture of Life Committee has provided manpower for the NH Right to Life booth at SoulFest the past 4 or more years. This year’s SoulFest will be held Thursday, August 2nd thru Saturday, August 4th. If you have volunteered in the past or are curious about what this entails, come and see.

Please contact Pat Kiefer at kiefer@metrocast.net or call him at 455-9308 to let him know if you are thinking of coming so they can provide enough refreshments. .

AN EVENING OF APPRECIATION

In thanksgiving to all parishioners who give so much of their time, energy, and talent to support our parish community, there will be an Evening of Appreciation held to thank you for helping make St. André Bessette Parish the community it has become. On Saturday June 2, 2018, from 6:30-9:30 P.M., parishioners are cordially invited to an Evening of Appreciation! There will be hors d’oeuvres and beverages as well as music by a D.J. for those who would like to dance. In order to plan for food we will be asking those who wish to attend to pick up tickets in the sacristy after Mass or at the office. There will be no cost for the tickets. This is an adults-only event.�

VBS Sweet Treats Bake Sale Our VBS team will be having a Bake Sale the weekend of June 2-3 after each Mass to help raise funds for Vacation Bible School this summer. We are looking for donations of baked goods for the table, but please consider donating things that won’t melt in the heat; easy on the frosting!

If you are able to donate or help at the bake sale, please contact Darlene Fitts at 524-4779 or

455-9095. Thank you for helping us share the Good News of Jesus with the children of our parish!

TIME TO SPRING CLEAN YOUR JEWELRY BOXES!!!

May has arrived and it is time to switch to summer clothes! Maybe as you sort your clothes, you could set aside any jewelry you have not been using and save it for the Nutcracker Christmas Fair! The jewelry committee will be gathering to discuss and prepare for the fair starting in June. We are counting on you once again Thank you in advance! Call Mo Lord at 603-527-8248 to arrange for pick ups or drop offs!.

ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING

AND BARBECUE!

The Ladies Guild will be holding their monthly meeting on Tuesday, June 5th at 5:30 PM at

St. André Bessette Parish Hall. We will be having a barbecue with Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Ice cream sundaes etc.

All women of the Parish are invited. The cost is $7.00. Any questions please contact Debbie Blais at debblais@metrocast.net or 524-2909.

Anniversary Congratulations Fr. Marc will celebrate the 28th Anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood on Sunday June 2. Congratulations, Fr. Marc!

40 Hours of Prayer for Vocations

In our diocese, ordinations are held the first weekend in June each year. This year, due to a lack of men being trained to become priests, there are no ordinations. With prayer, we hope to bring about change! Adoration will be held throughout the 40 Hours of Thursday 6 P.M. to Saturday morning 10 A.M. Please join us at any time. The schedule of specific events is listed below:

Thursday May 31: 6 P.M. Holy Mass 7 P.M. Youth Power Hour (Fr. Matt Mason) 9 P.M. Evening prayer (Fr. Marc)

Friday June 1: 8 A.M. K of C Rosary 3 P.M. Divine Mercy Chaplet (sung) 9 P.M. Night Prayer

Saturday June 2: 8 A.M. Our Lady of Sorrows Chaplet 10 A.M. Holy Mass for Vocations All are welcome to visit Our Lord in Adoration anytime during the 40 Hours.

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“TO BE A BEACON OF LIGHT AND HOPE FOR THOSE STRUGGLING IN A WORLD OF CONFUSION AND DARKNESS.”

Congratulations on your Confirmation! �We pray that these young people from our parish, who were confirmed this week at St. André Bessette, keep God in the center of their lives and always feel the presence of the Holy Spirit with them. May they continue to nourish their faith and be active in their parish community!!

Stephen Bean Jenna DeLucca Derek Derynioski Joseph DeTolla Molly Fields Ryan Fields Michelle Gallant Ashley Hart Erin Hart Kamila Hecka Samantha Jelley Savannah Keets Sierra Keets Jeremie LaPlante Emily LeCLaire Kylie Marceau Matthew McDonough Noah Mousseau Kathleen Parkhurst Megan Pellerin Steven Poliquin Michael Schwartzkopf Adam Sikoski Gabriel Walker Alyson Von George

Thank you also to the catechists who have worked with our students to prepare them for this sacrament: Seth Evangelho, Wes Becklo, Christa Walker, Isabel Comstock, and Beth LaPointe.

Please do not hesitate to contact our coordinator:

Seth Evangelho (Confirmation / Youth Ministry), 524-9609 x 27; sethevangelho@gmail.com Wes Becklo (K-12 Faith Formation / Youth Ministry) 524-9609 x 25;

HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH NIGHT

(2nd Floor of 277 Union Avenue) Doors Open at 6 P.M. for Game Room activities

All parish youth, grades 8-12, are invited to participate in Youth Group activities. The group meets every Wednesday evening in the Youth Lounge from 6-9. For more information, contact Seth at 524-9609 x 27, or Wes at 524-9609 x 25.

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A Gift for You: THE BEST CATHOLIC CONTENT.

ALL IN ONE PLACE.

Our parish has gifted us with unlimited access to the best eBooks, talks, and videos in the Church today. In order to be able to access the materials now available to each parishioner, you will need to contact the parish office to receive the parish code. Once you have the code, you may register at FORMED.org. This will allow you to explore all the different options available to further your knowledge about our faith.

Check out FORMED!

CD OF THE WEEK

“The Holy Spirit:

Third Person of the Trinity” Fr. Shannon Collins

In this captivating presentation Fr. Shannon Collins discusses the essential character of the

Holy Spirit and the role the forgotten Person of the Blessed Trinity has played since the creation of the world. Drawing upon Scripture and tradition, Fr. Collins explains the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit and how he works in the lives of believers. Listeners are sure to come to a better appreciation for this “sweet guest of our soul” who seeks to bring us closer to Christ and eternal salvation. Be sure to pick up your new CD of the Week after Mass. As

always, a $3 donation is appreciated!

Holy Trinity News!

New Principal Announced Superintendent of Catholic Schools of NH, David Thibault,

announced that Dr. Francine Young will be the new principal of Holy Trinity Catholic School starting July 1, 2018! Dr. Young comes to us with 23 years of experience in education with 16 of those in

a Catholic School setting. Welcome to Dr. Young! Vacation Bible School!

June 25-29, 2018 Shipwrecked: Rescued By Jesus!

This year's Vacation Bible School will be held June 25-29, from 8:45 A.M.-12 P.M. The cost is $30 per child or $60 per family. Register online at www.standrebessette.org or pick up a registration form at the back of the church.

Have any questions or interested in making a donation? Contact Wesley Becklo at wesley.becklo@gmail.com or at 603-524-9609 ext. 25!

Holy Trinity NHD

50/50 Raffle Winner Congratulations to the winner of last weekend's 50/50 raffle. The ticket was sold following the 10:30 Mass at St. Joseph's, and the winner has generously donated the winnings back to the school. We were overwhelmed with the outpouring of support from the St. André Bessette community. Thank you and God bless!

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MAY 27, 2018

Saint André Bessette Parish Calendar

Sunday May 27:

9:00 A.M.: Men’s Prayer Group - Dan Donahue’s Home

Monday May 28 - Memorial Day:

9:00 A.M.: Mass at Sacred Heart Cemetery 6:00 P.M.: Adult Basketball - SAB Parish Hall

Tuesday May 29:

No Scheduled Activities

Wednesday May 30:

Laconia Weekly Day of Prayer NO ADORATION

Thursday May 31:

6:00 P.M.: Holy Mass (40 Hours of Prayer) - St. Joseph 7:00 P.M.: Youth Power Hour w/ Fr. Matt - St. Joseph 9:00 P.M.: Evening Prayer w/ Fr. Marc - St. Joseph

Friday June 1:

8:00 A.M.: Rosary for Vocations - St. Joseph Church 8:35 A.M.: Lectio Divina - OLG Conference Center 3:00 P.M.: Divine Mercy Hour w/ Music - St. Joseph

Saturday June 2:

8:00 A.M.: Our Lady of Sorrows Chaplet - St. Joseph 10:00 A.M.: Holy Mass (Adoration concludes) - St. Joseph 6:30 P.M.: Evening of Appreciation - SAB Parish Hall

Sunday June 3: 9:00 A.M.: Men’s Prayer Group - Dan Donahue’s Home 9:30 A.M.: Coffee House - SAB Parish Hall

Building Legend:

Our Lady of Guadalupe (OLG) Conference Center (Convent) St. André Bessette Parish Hall /SAB Parish Hall (Gym) SAB Parish Hall Front Room (Small Room in Gym Building) Conference Center at 277 Union Ave. (Old Bank building)

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Diocesan & Lakes Region Contact Information:

Diocese of Manchester: 669-3100 / www.catholicchurchnh.org NH Catholic Charities: 528-3035 / Fax 524-7153 Len Campbell: E-mail: laconia@nh-cc.org Holy Trinity Catholic School: 524-3156 / Fax 524-4454 Website: www.holytrinitynh.com St. Vincent de Paul: 524-5470 (Store)/ 528-5683 (Pantry) Pantry hours: Mon. 12-2 P.M. & Wed. 6-8 P.M. Prayer Line: 524-1760 – Alyce Lakes Region Crisis Pregnancy Center: 528-3121 St. Francis Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center: 524-0466 Bishop Bradley Apartments: 524-0466

BINGO SCHEDULE:

Funspot: Route 3, Weirs:

Friday 6:30 P.M. for Holy Trinity Sunday 1:45 P.M. for Holy Trinity Sunday 6:30 P.M. for St. André Bessette

Bulletin announcements must be received by

Marianne Kiefer at the parish offices (524-9609) or e-mail (bulletineditor@standrebessette.org)

by Friday morning.

Please remember St. André Bessette Parish in Your Will

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OUT OF RESPECT, PLEASE REMEMBER TO SILENCE

OR TURN OFF YOUR CELL PHONE DURING MASS.

THANK YOU!

ROSARY FOR THE UNBORN

The Knights of Columbus pray a rosary for the unborn every Friday morning at 8 A.M. at St. Joseph Church. The program includes recitation of the Holy Rosary, readings of the day, and a prayer of Thanksgiving. Please join the Knights on Friday mornings. For more information, call Ron Keyes at 347-341-0201.

ABBA House of Mercy and PrayerABBA House of Mercy and Prayer

Upcoming EventsUpcoming Events The Abba House of Mercy is open on Tuesday and Wednesday for anyone seeking prayer on a private level. If those days don’t work for you, arrangements can be made for personal prayer at another time. Please call Jude at 603-524-9609 to make an appointment.

“God so loved the world,

He gave His only Son.” How can you give yourself to God in a response to that love? Could God be calling you to live His love as a priest or in the consecrated life? If you think God may be offering you this grace, Call Father Matthew Mason 663-0132, or write: mmason@rcbm.org.

Families Coping with the Opioid Crisis:

Presentation and Q&A Session When: 6:30 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, May 30, 2018 Where: St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church 300 NH-25, Meredith, NH 03253 Who is it for: This presentation is for those who wish to learn more about the opioid crisis, how it affects your family, and what you can do about it. It will help those who wish to learn more about the disease of addiction, treatment options, and how to improve family relationships through effective communication with the loved one suffering from addiction. Who is presenting? Licensed Catholic Charities counselors and other professionals with experience in Substance Use Disorder Walk-ins welcome. You may also register at www.cc-nh.org/

coping.

MEN’S PRAYER GROUP

The St. André Bessette Men’s Small Group meets Sunday mornings 9-10:00 A.M. Our time is spent with scripture reading, reflection and sharing. All men of the parish are invited to come check us out! If you’re interested in joining us, contact Pat Kiefer at 455-9308. We look forward to meeting you.

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PLEASE CONTINUE TO PRAY

FOR THE MEN AND WOMEN

WHO ARE SERVING OUR COUNTRY.

THE MOST HOLY TRINITY

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Community Calendar:

Sunday May 27:

6:30 P.M.: Heroin Anonymous - Northfield-Tilton Cong. Church 7:30 P.M.: Alcoholics Anonymous - 1st United Methodist Church

Monday-Saturday: 6:00 P.M.: Alcoholics Anonymous - Congregational Church

Wednesday May 30: 2:00 P.M.: Dementia/Alzheimer’s Support - Cong. Church, Lac. 5:00 P.M.: Hands Across the Table - SAB Parish Hall

Happy Trinity Sunday! In today’s Gospel, we hear Jesus declare together all three Persons of the Trinity. “Go therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.”

When we speak of the Trinity, two different theological words are sometimes used: immanent and economic. The immanent Trinity is the life of the three Persons within themselves, the inner harmonious relationship between Father, Son, and Spirit. We see this in the Gospels when Jesus speaks of his Father and promises to send the Holy Spirit. The term “economic” has its roots in the Greek word oikonomia, roughly meaning “household management.” The economic Trinity is our three-Personed God’s relationship with creation; it is creation and redemption and ongoing relationship with us.

Made in the image and likeness of God, we are called to imitate God’s immanence by giving and receiving love with one another in community. However, this is not limited only to those close to us, though that’s where love often starts. We also imitate the economy of God when we go out, when we extend our love and care in a life-giving way. “Go therefore ?”

Every believer is sent on mission. Every believer is invited to follow Jesus and the Apostles “to the nations,” to the margins, to the people who require a little extra reach. This could be a distant relative, the residents of your local homeless shelter or even the forgotten neighbor next door! When we love well, we create something beautiful-a relationship, a holy moment, a foretaste of heaven. This Trinity Sunday, take some time to examine the relationships in your life. How well do you love those nearest to you? How well do you reach out to those farther away? How are you creating something beautiful?

Thought for the Week: Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority,

it is time to pause and reflect. .~ Mark Twain

Low and Moderate Homeowner’s Property Tax Relief Single homeowners earning less than $20,000 or married or head of households earning less than $40,000 are eligible for DP-8 property tax relief after May 1 and before June 30. Forms may not be sent automatically this year. Please contact Leonard Campbell, 528-3035 for more information or to receive a form or go to https://www.revenue.nh.gov/forms/low-moderate.htm.

“Love the Word”™ Retreat

Featuring Sonja Corbitt

St. Kathryn Parish in Hudson, NH presents a very special 2-day event, a “Love the Word”TM Retreat, featuring Sonja Corbitt, the Bible Study Evangelist in her only upcoming Northeast appearance. The retreat will be held on Friday, September 21, 2018, beginning at 7:00 PM and on Saturday, September 22, 2018 from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Saturday Admission Price: $25.

Tickets went on sale on May 1. Please call 603-882-7793 or visit stkathryns.org for further details and to purchase tickets.

CHARISM OF LIFE RETREAT

June 9, 2018

Carmelite Monastery

275 Pleasant St, Concord, NH 03301

8 am – 4 pm �

“…a charism is a grace given to an individual not primarily

for the sanctification of the person who receives the

grace, but for the good of others.”

This retreat is an invitation to the Holy Spirit to come upon us and open our spirits to a deeper understanding of the Sanctity of Life. Bring a brown-bag lunch and also a snack to share with the group.

There is no fee, an optional donation to the Carmelite Sisters for their hospitality is appreciated.

To sign up, contact Beth Gaby: concord40dfl@gmail.com or call/text (603) 731-6454.

Heavenly Father,

On this Memorial Day, we pray for those who courageously laid down their lives for the cause of freedom.

May the example of their sacrifice inspire in us the selfless love of your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ.

Bless the families of our fallen troops, and fill their homes and their lives with your strength and peace.

In union with people of goodwill of every nation, embolden us to answer the call to work for peace and justice, and thus, seek an end to violence and conflict around the globe.

We pray through Christ our Lord. Amen

Women’s Spiritual Retreat

Saturday June 9th - 9 A.M.-3P.M.

“Turning Towards Joy” featuring Patricia Livingston, a Women’s Spiritual Retreat, will be held at Sacred Heart Parish, 265 S. Main

St., Manchester, NH on Saturday, June 9th from 9 A.M.-3 P.M.

For more information or to register, please call the parish office at (603) 625-9525 A complimentary breakfast and light lunch will be

served. A $10 Free Will offering is suggested.