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Penny Sale

Posted on November 11, 2020 in: General News

In an effort to prepare for the spring Penny Sale which encompasses over 300 prizes, please continue to bring NEW items/gift cards of an approximate $20.00 value to the Parish Office. You may contact Norma Limoges at (603) 542- 2916 with questions.

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Catholics and COVID-19 Vaccines

Posted on December 23, 2020 in: General News

For information on COVID-19 vaccines - Pfizer & Moderna, in particular - and vaccination, please see the following: United States Conference of Catholic Bishops: “Moral Considerations Regarding the New COVID-19 Vaccines” National Catholic Bioethics Center: “Points to Co...

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Prayer for Life Event

Posted on December 30, 2020 in: General News

The LaSalette Shrine in Enfield has graciously volunteered to host an afternoon of Prayer for Life on Sunday, January 24, 2021. Everyone is welcome to attend. Mass will begin at 2:00 PM and a Holy Hour will begin at 3:30 PM. Please join us in prayer for Respect for Life.

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The Messy Family Project

Posted on December 23, 2020 in: General News

Date And Time: Wed, January 13, 2021 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM EST This three-part webinar series will focus on introducing basic concepts of fostering strong marriage and family life. About this Event Please join Mike and Alicia Hernon of the Messy Family Project in this three-part, in...

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Christmas Message 2020

Posted on December 29, 2020 in: General News

Father Shawn issued his Christmas Message to parishioners.  Click on Christmas Message 2020 to read it or download it.

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La Salette Christmas Lights

Posted on December 04, 2020 in: General News

Christmas Light Display...Bringing Hope La Salette of Enfield Thanksgiving Day to January 3, 2021 Wednesday thru Sunday, 5-9PM International Manger Display featuring Mangers from around the world Gift Shop Hours of Operation: Wednesday thru Saturday 12:00PM-6PM Sunday, Sunday 12PM-4P...

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Reconciliation Schedule

Posted on December 19, 2020 in: General News

Schedule for Sacrament of Reconciliation before Christmas: Fr. Shawn:  Monday, December 21st: 6:00—7:00 PM; Tuesday, December 22nd: 9:00—10:00 AM Fr. Arockia:  Monday, December 21st: 3:00—4:00 PM; Tuesday, December 22nd: 3:00—4:00 PM No confess...

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Witness for Life this Saturday

Posted on December 17, 2020 in: General News

Our December prayer witness for Life across from Planned Parenthood in Claremont at 136 Pleasant St. will be held this coming Saturday, December 19th from 12noon to 1pm instead of our regular Fourth Saturday due to the Christmas weekend. We don't cancel for Christmas.  If there'...

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2020 Holiday Pecan Sale

Posted on November 19, 2020 in: General News

The Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court Virgil H. Barber #892 will be having their annual Pecan Sale.   12oz Mammoth Pecans—$9.00/bag 16oz Mammoth Pecans—$11.00/bag 12oz Chocolate Covered Pecans—$8.00/bag Glazed Pecans—$8.00 each bag Pecan Clusters&mdash...

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Confession Schedule Change

Posted on November 05, 2020 in: General News

The Sacrament of Reconciliation is now available only Monday and Friday from 3:00-4:00 PM.

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UPDATE: Advent Tree of Life 2020

Posted on November 12, 2020 in: General News

All Christmas gifts must be returned to the rectory no later than noon-time today (Sunday, Dec. 6th). Monetary donations are still being accepted until December 31st. Thank you all for your generosity in helping to make Christmas a little brighter for our local families who are struggling. They will...

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Pray for Life--Nov. 28

Posted on November 19, 2020 in: General News

On Saturday, November 28, from noon to 1 pm we will gather across from Planned Parenthood at 136 Pleasant St., Claremont, NH.   All are welcome to come witness for life and pray the Rosary and Chaplet of Divine Mercy for the unborn and to convert the culture of death. Please contact Wal...

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Thanksgiving Schedule

Posted on November 19, 2020 in: General News

Thanksgiving Day: Mass at 9:00 AM                               Church Closed Friday: No Mass; No Confessions             Church Closed The Parish Office will be closed on Thanksgiving...

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Thanksgiving Mass Livestream

Posted on November 25, 2020 in: General News

Thanksgiving Mass will be livestreamed on facebook at 9:00 AM.

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Sponsored by the Claremont Court - Catholic Daughters of the Americas Drawings: Tuesday - Nov. 17, 2020 at their monthly meeting. Tickets are $1.00 each... available by contacting Mary Stone, Regent (603) 542-6646 or Claire Lessard, Secretary (603) 543-3517. Baskets will contain qualit...

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Catholics Care...Catholics Vote

Posted on October 01, 2020 in: General News

In their statement on Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship, the U.S. Catholic bishops remind Catholics, “We are called to bring together our principles and our political choices, our values and our votes, to help build a better world” (no. 14). Go to the Voting page on the Dioces...

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On Tuesday, November 3rd, from 9 am to 4 pm, we will have a special Election Day Eucharistic Adoration. Please consider spending some time before Our Eucharistic Lord praying for our country on this important day. Mass will be celebrated at 8:00 am for our nation and Adoration will follow the Mas...

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Parish Office Closed

Posted on October 16, 2020 in: General News

The Parish Office will temporarily be closed starting Wednesday, October 21st and will reopen on Wednesday, October 28th.

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NO Livestreaming this weekend

Posted on October 20, 2020 in: General News

The weekend Masses for October 24th and 25th will NOT be livestreamed on Facebook.  We will resume livestreaming weekend Masses starting the following weekend, October 31st and November 1st.

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Prayer-Witness Vigil

Posted on October 16, 2020 in: General News

On Saturday, October 24th, we will gather across from Planned Parenthood, 136 Pleasant St., Claremont, NH, from noon to 1 pm.  All are welcome to come witness for life and pray the Rosary and Chaplet of Divine Mercy for the unborn and to convert the culture of death.

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BLESSING OF GRAVES

Posted on October 01, 2020 in: General News

On Monday, October 19th, at 3:00 PM, Fr. Shawn and Fr. Arockia will bless the graves at St. Mary Cemetery. We will meet at Old St. Mary Church. At this same time parishioners are welcome to bring any BLESSED religious items that need to be buried. This is the proper way to dispose of blessed items. ...

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CEMETERY WINTER PREPARATION

Posted on October 01, 2020 in: General News

Our seasonal contract for maintenance of the cemetery will be ending on Columbus Day. Please remove any items on or around a family headstone at this time. Any items left will be removed and disposed of by the Parish. Thank you!

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Parish Office will be closed

Posted on October 08, 2020 in: General News

The Parish Office will be closed on Monday, October 12th, in observance of Columbus Day.

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LIFE IN THE SPIRIT SEMINAR

Posted on September 17, 2020 in: General News

“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do, I give to you. Do not let your heart be troubled nor let it be fearful” – John 14:27 Has the anxiety and fears of the world robbed you of your peace? Do you desire that peace the world cannot give? Come...

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Donations Needed--Pregnancy Center

Posted on September 24, 2020 in: General News

Dayspring Pregnancy Center has several clients who would benefit greatly from gift cards for groceries and gas. The Center tries to keep gift cards on hand to share with their clients when the need arises. Right now their supply is low. Would you please consider donating a gift card for gas and/or f...

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Confession Cancelled This Wednesday

Posted on September 29, 2020 in: General News

This week we will need to cancel confessions for Wednesday, September 30th, due to both Fr. Shawn and Fr. Arockia not being available.  Confessions will be heard on Friday, October 2nd.

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THIS PILGRIMAGE INCLUDES: Round trip airfare on British Airways, Breakfast and dinner per itinerary, specially selected hotel accommodations, air-conditioned motor coach and departure tax and current fuel charge.  The cost of this 10 day trip is $3,999 from Boston. Visit this page for inform...

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People throughout this nation are being asked to pray for America with a National Day of Prayer on September 26, 2020. You are invited to join us at a Prayer Vigil on that day which will be coordinated simultaneously with the Upper Valley Pray For Life for a combined prayer and witness effort.&nb...

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Fr. Shawn is asking for at least 10 to 15 volunteers to help with the scraping and repainting of the outside of St. Mary Gym. This is a project that many have voiced concern about and others have expressed a desire to help restore the beloved gym. Parishioner Bill Blake has generously accepted the c...

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The Parish Office will be closed on Monday, September 7th, in observance of Labor Day.  St. Mary Church will be open as usual Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Confessions will be heard ONLY on Friday, September 11th next week.

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“The obligation to participate in political life is rooted in our baptismal commitment to follow Jesus Christ and to bear Christian witness in all we do.” - US Catholic Bishops, Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship, No. 13. Go to the Voting page on the Diocese of Manchester websi...

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The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available at St. Mary’s this week on Monday and Friday only, 3:00 – 4:00 pm.  Both Fathers will be unavailable on Wednesday.  Fr. Shawn also continues to hear confessions beginning at 3:00 pm on Saturdays.

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Virtual Young Adult Retreat

Posted on July 14, 2020 in: General News

Are you a young adult living in New Hampshire or Maine? Do you ever wonder what it would be like to set aside all of society's pressures for a while and feel perfect just as you are? Join us for a Virtual Retreat on September 11-13. REGISTER NOW

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Choose NH Catholic Schools

Posted on July 14, 2020 in: General News

Catholic Schools of New Hampshire is committed to opening our doors and resuming in-person classes this fall. Transfer from any non-Catholic school to one of our Diocesan Catholic schools and receive a tuition credit! LEARN MORE

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Pray for Life Vigil Resumes

Posted on August 16, 2020 in: General News

We will resume our monthly sidewalk prayer vigil on the fourth Saturday, August 22nd, at 12 to 1pm at 136 Pleasant St., Claremont. We will observe NH Governor Sununu's COVID safety protocols with masks required and social distancing, in addition to our usual demeanor of being peaceful, prayer...

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8/19/20 Confession Cancelled

Posted on August 18, 2020 in: General News

Neither Fr. Shawn nor Fr. Arockia will be available to hear confessions this Wednesday (August 19th) so we will have to cancel.  Fr. Shawn will be hearing confessions on Friday, August 21st, as scheduled at 3:00 pm in the church.

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Due to the Coronavirus, no meetings have been held since February. In order to keep your dues updated, you may now mail them to the Financial Secretary: Deborah Stone-PO Box 188-Cornish Flat NH 03746. For questions call: (603) 543-3272.

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REMINDERS

Posted on June 18, 2020 in: General News

A few reminders as we continue with the celebration of public Masses: The obligation to physically attend Sunday Mass is still suspended, so for those faithful who discern it best not to attend a public Mass due to health concerns, we will continue to livestream all 3 weekend Masses at their...

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KofC Meetings Resume

Posted on June 29, 2020 in: General News

KofC Fr. Cote Council Knights will meet downstairs St. Mary's Gym on Monday, July 13th at 7pm, to resume our 2nd Monday monthly meetings! Face masks are required (we have an adequate supply of masks) and tables and chairs will be "socially distanced" as recommended under COVID safet...

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Friday, July 3rd from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at St. Mary Church. Confessions from 3:00 to 4:00 PM.

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Religious Freedom Week

Posted on June 22, 2020 in: General News

The Catholic Church affirms the right of religious liberty and encourages governments at the local, state, and federal levels, to protect it and to resist any unnecessary restraints on its exercise. In the face of our country’s challenges, and challenges within the Church herself, Ca...

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THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

Posted on June 15, 2020 in: General News

Thank you to all who are generously sending in their weekly offertory. Please continue to support the parish weekly. It is imperative to the running of our parish. Your generosity is greatly appreciated! ~ Fr. Shawn

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The Adoration and Benediction scheduled for Sunday, June 14th, has been cancelled.

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UPDATE: PUBLIC MASS

Posted on May 31, 2020 in: General News

Starting this Sunday, June 7th, public celebration of Mass will resume in our parish with both 8 AM and 10:30 AM Masses.  The Parish Office sent an email to parishioners with important information about the new restrictions that must be followed when attending Mass.  Please ...

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Vocation Ordinations

Posted on May 14, 2020 in: General News

Bishop Libasci invites you to support priestly vocations by joining him at livestreamed at www.stjosephcathedralnh.org. Saturday, May 30, 2020, at 10:00 a.m.--Transitional Deacon Ordination (Mr. David Gagnon and Mr. Joseph Moynahan) Saturday, June 5, 2020, at 10:00 a.m.--Priesthood Ordin...

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Receiving Holy Communion

Posted on May 26, 2020 in: General News

The parish office issued a letter with instructions for reception of Holy Communion beginning on May 31st.  Please review the letter and call the parish office between 8 AM and 1 PM Monday through Thursday with any questions or concerns. 

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Pope Francis will be connected online with Marian sanctuaries across the world to pray to the Virgin Mary for help amidst the pandemic.  These include Lourdes, Fatima, Lujan, Milagro, Guadalupe, San Giovanni Rotondo and Pompeii.  He will lead the Rosary on Saturday May 30th, joining t...

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Bishop Libasci issued a letter updating us about new changes our diocese is making and the plans for the near future.  Parishes will be able to begin distributing Holy Communion to the faithful.  Please note that this is NOT a return to public Masses….yet. As you may imagine, the...

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Marian Devotions

Posted on May 07, 2020 in: General News

Every Friday evening during the month of May Fr. Arockia will lead Marian Devotions with the praying of a Scriptural Rosary followed by Benediction. This Friday (May 8th) it will begin at 7 PM.  Every Friday afterwards it will begin at 6 PM. These events are livestreamed on YouTube.  Yo...

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Office Closed Memorial Day

Posted on May 21, 2020 in: General News

The Parish Office will be closed on Monday, May 25th, in observance of Memorial Day.

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18TH ANNUAL GERANIUM SALE

Posted on May 07, 2020 in: General News

Red, White, Pink and Salmon Geraniums $4.25 each Last day to order is May 16th. PICK-UP ONLY on May 21st and 22nd at Marro Home Center on Charlestown Road. Order by calling Arline Marro at 542-5933. Checks should be made payable to Catholic Daughters #892.

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Ordination Anniversary

Posted on May 07, 2020 in: General News

Fr. Arockia will be celebrating the Anniversary of his Ordination on May 12, 2020. He requests you please keep him in your prayers. Thank you, Father, for your faithfulness to God and His people!

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Life in the Spirit Seminar

Posted on April 22, 2020 in: General News

Has the anxiety and fears of the world robbed you of your peace?  Do you desire that peace the world cannot give?  Come to the Life in the Spirit Seminar and experience the deep, abiding peace that comes only from God's Holy Spirit! Wednesday evenings - May 6, 13, 20, 27, June 3 at ...

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We are posting a letter from the Bishop with a mandate to the public regarding attendance at Mass.  Please read this urgent letter.  

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As this Friday is May 1st and First Friday, we will again have Eucharistic Adoration in St. Mary Church from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.  Confessions will be heard from 3:00 to 4:00 PM.  Benediction will close out the day. This First Friday in particular is a wonderful opportunity to come spend...

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On May 1, 2020, at 3:00 pm, join in prayer with Bishop Libasci and all US bishops as they renew our country's consecration to our Blessed Mother. Mary, Mother of the Church, you are enthroned as queen at your Son's right hand; we ask your intercession for the needs of our country, that ev...

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St. Vincent de Paul Society

Posted on April 22, 2020 in: General News

As you may know, St. Vincent de Paul Society is closed for the duration of the pandemic. However, if you or someone you know needs assistance and would like to speak with someone from St. Vincent de Paul Society, please call 603-543-0551. Be sure to leave a message with your name and phone number an...

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Catholic Charities NH Update

Posted on April 22, 2020 in: General News

In this challenging and unprecedented time, Catholic Charities NH continues to serve the needs of the vulnerable across New Hampshire. While most of our physical locations are closed, all of our programs remain operational. Our staff is working remotely and is accessible to serve individuals and fam...

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LIVESTREAM MASSES

Posted on April 15, 2020 in: General News

We have added a page on the website for pre-recorded livestream Masses from our Facebook page.  We realize that not everyone uses Facebook, but we are not able to livestream Masses directly to our website at this time.  We will upload the Divine Mercy Chaplet on this page after Divine Merc...

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Easter Letter from the Bishop

Posted on April 08, 2020 in: General News

Bishop Libasci wrote a letter with his Easter message for the Diocese of Manchester.  A copy of his letter is included in our website.

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Even though churches are closed and you cannot go to Confession and receive Holy Communion, you can receive these special graces this Sunday, April 19, Divine Mercy Sunday. You can learn how to do so by going to this website.  By doing three things on Divine Mercy Sunday with the inte...

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Divine Mercy Sunday

Posted on April 08, 2020 in: General News

The Church will be open from 9 AM - 4 PM.  At  3:00 PM Father will livestream on Facebook the Chaplet of Divine Mercy in front of the Blessed Sacrament followed by Benediction. Please find us on Facebook at “SaintMary Parish.”

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2020 White Mass

Posted on April 14, 2020 in: General News

The Annual White Mass is scheduled to be livestreamed from St. Joseph Cathedral in Manchester on Wednesday, April 15, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. It can be viewed online at stjosephcathedralnh.org. The New Hampshire Guild of Catholic Healthcare Professionals will recognize the recipient of t...

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Update on Abortion Bills

Posted on March 17, 2020 in: General News

Five pro-life bills were voted on by the House in our state.  All five were defeated by the Democrat majority.  They may go to the Senate for a vote, but will be defeated there as well. SB-486-FN, A Senate Bill passed 14/10. This would require insurance companies to "provide c...

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Upcoming Changes

Posted on April 02, 2020 in: General News

Tomorrow, April 3rd, is First Friday.  Eucharistic Adoration will be held in St. Mary Church from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.  Confessions will be heard from 3:00 to 4:00 PM. No palms will be distributed this year due to the pandemic. Next week is Holy Week.  Please note the following c...

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Letter from Fr. Shawn

Posted on March 31, 2020 in: General News

We have posted a letter to Parishioners in our website.  Go to Weekly Reflection to view it.

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Vocations Holy Hour Change

Posted on February 28, 2020 in: General News

Vocations Holy Hour will continue every Thursday from 6:00 to 7:00 pm.  During Lent, on Thursdays Fr. Arockia will begin the Vocations Holy Hour with a brief 2-5 minute reflection and then will hear confessions during the Rosary and silent prayer.

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Come travel with Fr. Shawn Therrien to the Holy Land for 11 days.  Visit Jerusalem, Nazareth, Cana, Galilee, Capernaum, Getsemani, Dormition of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Nativity Church, Last Supper, Via Crucis and Tel Aviv. Travel is April 15th to the 25th and the cost is $4,099.00.  Co...

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Pray for Life Vigil--Cancelled

Posted on March 18, 2020 in: General News

The Pray for Life Vigil for March has been cancelled due to the Coronavirus.  We hope to continue the vigil next month.  Check back to see if it will be scheduled in April.

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Anniversary Celebration

Posted on January 30, 2020 in: General News

Bishop Peter A. Libasci invites all couples celebrating an anniversary in 2020 of 10, 15, 20, 30, 35, 40, 45 or 55+ years, to attend the Spring Wedding Anniversary Mass. This celebration will be held on Sunday, April 19, 2020 at 2:00 p.m., at St. Joseph Cathedral, Manchester. To register, please ...

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LENT

Posted on February 24, 2020 in: General News

We created a page on our website, in the drop-down menu under the HOME tab for LENT 2020.  This page contains our Lenten schedule and information. Go to LENT 2020 for the information you will need to take you from Ash Wednesday tthrough Good Friday.

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PLEASE NOTE

Posted on March 06, 2020 in: General News

As Fr. Shawn mentioned in his homily last weekend, the United States Bishops have asked that we be notified of certain issues involving the CORONAVIRUS and the vigilance necessary as our people come together for worship. Please be attentive to the following: 1. The fundamental issue of hygiene: ...

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Request

Posted on February 11, 2020 in: General News

Bishop Labasci has asked parishes throughout the diocese to post a notice about a bill that the state legislature is considering to approve assisted suicide in our state. Please review this notice and contact your representatives to stop state-approved suicide.

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TEMPORARY CHANGE IN OFFICE HOURS

Posted on February 28, 2020 in: General News

Please note the parish office will only be open from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Monday through Friday starting March 11th and continuing through March 20th. Regular office hours (8:00 am-2:00 pm) will resume Monday, March 23rd.

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Fat Tuesday Dinner

Posted on February 12, 2020 in: General News

Knights of Columbus Council 1820 Fat Tuesday Dinner St. Mary’s Gym Tuesday, February 25, 2020 5:30—7:30 PM Dinner includes pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs, hashbrowns, fruit salad, coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and water. A free will offering at the time of the dinner is appreciat...

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Prayer-Witness Vigil for Life

Posted on February 12, 2020 in: General News

We will have our monthly Vigil for Life on Saturday, February 22nd from Noon to 1 pm.  We meet across from Planned Parenthood at 136 Pleasant St., Claremont, NH. All are welcome to come witness for life and pray the Rosary and Chaplet of Divine Mercy for the unborn and to convert the culture...

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Breakfast Honoring Marriage

Posted on February 12, 2020 in: General News

After the 10:30 AM Mass on Sunday, February 23rd, the parish will provide a full breakfast in St. Mary’s Gym for all parishioners in honor of the beautiful vocation of Holy Matrimony!  The Knights of Columbus have graciously offered to cook and serve at this celebration.  Fr. Shawn w...

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National Marriage Week

Posted on February 05, 2020 in: General News

National Marriage Week is February 7-14.  We will continue to proudly display every photo collected during the weekend of February 15-16 so everyone may properly "ooh and ah" over the pictures! After the 10:30 AM Mass on Sunday, February 23rd, the parish will provide a full br...

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Catholic Charities NH invites you to their 75th anniversary gala, The Ice Ball, which will be held on Saturday, February 15, 2020, at the DoubleTree by Hilton in downtown Manchester. The evening will celebrate our powerful past and promising future with a cocktail reception, dinner and dancing withi...

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This year the parish will be celebrating and honoring all the married couples in St. Mary Parish on World Marriage Day, Sunday, February 9th. One of the ways we will do this will be providing an opportunity for couples to share their own wedding pictures in a fun way! We will be seƫting up tables in...

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Prayer-Witness Vigil for Life

Posted on January 16, 2020 in: General News

On Saturday, January 25th, we will have our vigil for life across from Planned Parenthood, 136 Pleasant St., Claremont, NH.  We will meet from noon to 1:00 pm.  All are welcome to come witness for life and pray the Rosary and Chaplet of Divine Mercy for the unborn and to convert the c...

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The Diocese of Manchester will walk in solidarity with those taking part in the March for Life in Washington, DC. Starting at 11:45, we will silently process approximately a half mile from the Diocesan Administration Building (153 Ash Street) to Saint Joseph Cathedral, where Mass will be celebrated ...

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