“If things created are so full of loveliness, how resplendent with beauty must be the One who made them!” ~ St. Anthony of Padua
172 Belmont St, Manchester NH 03103
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MASS SCHEDULE
SATURDAY: 4:00PM
SUNDAY: 8:00AM (French)
9:30AM
11:00AM
WEEKDAYS
MONDAY-THURSDAY
8:00AM
HOLY DAYS
8:00AM
7:00PM
CONFESSION
SATURDAYS AT 2:30PM
OR
BY APPOINTMENT
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THOUGHT FOR THE MONTH
In celebrating this month of Our Lady's final journey to God in her glorious Assumption, let us ask her motherly intercession to draw souls to the Sacred Heart of her Son. The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is a journey too - of conversion to God and what He intends for us. RCIA is the process by which persons who were never baptized, or were baptized in another Christian tradition, or who wish to make their First Holy Communion or be Confirmed, become fully initiated members of the Catholic Church. This journey will begin in our parish at the beginning of October. For more information, or to sign up, contact Linda Healy at the church rectory at 625-6409. -
WOULD YOU LIKE TO JOIN OUR CHURCH?
WELCOME!
If you would like to join our parish or simply contact us to ask a question about our church, click here. You will find a "contact form" on the left. Simply print it out, add as much information as you would like, drop it in the weekly offertory basket, or mail it to the rectory office: 172 Belmont St.,
Manchester NH 03103
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CALENDAR
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Read MoreThursday, August 22, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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Thursday, August 22, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PMCall rectory office 625-6409 by Tuesday noon to make an appointment for pickup that Thursday.Read More
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Read MoreTuesday, August 27, 7:30 PM
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Read MoreThursday, August 29, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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Thursday, August 29, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PMCall rectory office 625-6409 by Tuesday noon to make an appointment for pickup that Thursday.Read More
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ONLINE GIVING
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PHOTO ALBUMS
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Parish Trip to Enfield & Lebanon 2015
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CARDINAL LACROIX'S MASS 2014
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CARDINAL'S RECEPTION
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CARDINAL LACROIX'S MASS II 2014
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Today's Readings
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Reading 1 Jgs 9:6-15Responsorial Psalm Ps 21:2-3, 4-5, 6-7Gospel Mt 20:1-16
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Welcome - Rectory Office Hours: 8AM-4PM, Monday-Thursday 603-625-6409
It is the most basic desire within the human heart to search for lasting peace and happiness. In response to this desire Jesus says: “Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light” (Matt 11:28-30). If we turn to Jesus without hesitations or reservations He will give us that “peace that surpasses all understanding” (Phil 4:7), the peace we desire.
St. Anthony of Padua Parish, where the French tradition will always be part of the fabric of our community, is wholly committed to bringing Christ to whoever seeks Him. This happens primarily in the sacraments, but also in fellowship, in Scripture studies, and other group meetings. Join us as we throw open the doors to Christ and allow Him to “give us rest.”
Very Rev. Fr. Richard Dion, V.F., Pastor -
NEWS AND EVENTS
THURSDAY, AUGUST 15TH
MASS TIMES: 8AM & 7PM
There is a Polish legend, that some here in America also believe, that Our Lady puts a cure in the ocean on the Feast Day of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Some coastal areas, such as ones in Italy, hold public processions to the ocean where the seas are blessed on this feast, especially in fishing communities. They believe that a cure may result while wading in the waters.
Some speculate it might be because Mary is known as The Star of the Sea. Others say that the custom may date back to 15th century Italy, when a bishop, traveling upon a stormy sea on the Feast of the Assumption, threw his pastoral ring into the sea and calmed the waters. Over time, the faithful attributed healing powers to the waters blessed on this feast. Whatever the case may be, it is a treasured way of remembering and calling attention to The Blessed Virgin Mary's Assumption, body and soul, into heaven.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15TH
FROM 11AM - 3PM
Join us for barbecued burgers, hot dogs, sausage subs, chips, popcorn and ice cream sundaes for dessert! Raffles, MEATO, children's games and prizes galore! Take a chance on the "Big" raffle (1st prize is a $1,000 Visa gift card!) and the 50/50 raffles going on all afternoon! The Bake Table (opens at 10am) features LOTS of homemade pies, plus cakes, cookies, brownies, whoopie pies and more! For more information, call the church office at 603-625-6409.
Tickets ($10 each) for the main raffle will be sold after all Masses. They are also available at the rectory during business hours (8am-4pm Mon. - Thur.).
1st prize: $1,000 Visa Gift Card
2nd prize: $250 Visa Gift Card
3rd prize: $100 Visa Gift Card
FAMILY FAITH FORMATION CLASSES
FOR CHILDREN IN GRADES K-6
Monthly classes for the entire family begin on
Sunday, October 6
8:00-9:15am
Breakfast for parents & children is served from 7:30-8:00am
Classes for students in Grade 2, who will be
receiving their
First Penance this year, start on Sunday, October 20
8:00-9:15am.
Classes for students in Grade 3, who will be
Confirmed this year, start on Sunday, October 20
8:00-9:15am.
Middle & High School students (Grades 7-12) will also meet from 8:00-9:15am for dialogue and activity planning
beginning Sunday, October 6.
Registration forms, calendars, and an overview of the program may be found here and at church entrances.
CHOOSE MORE FOR YOUR CHILD....CHOOSE CARDINAL LACROIX ACADEMY!
Cardinal Lacroix Academy offers Grades PreK - 6, including full-day programs for both Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten. Our church's parochial school provides full academic programs and curriculum offerings in Art, Music, Physical Education, Technology and French, as well as extracurricular programs for sports, drama and robotics. For more information or to arrange for a tour of the school, please call 622-0414.
Cardinal Lacroix Academy also offers:After School Program (until 5:30)Hot Lunch Program
Financial Aid
Small class sizes (14:1)
For those wishing to send well-wishes, cards, or greetings to our seminarian,David Gagnon, please use the address below:
Seminarian David Gagnon
St. Meinrad Seminary
200 Hill Drive
St. Meinrad IN 47577The Christmas Flower Memorial is a beautiful way to honor your family, friends and loved ones during this holy season. A memorial Mass for the departed souls remembered will be at the 6pm Mass on Christmas Eve.
Please place your donation in the special collection envelope located at the Church entrances. Please return in the collection basket or to the parish office by Dec. 18th. Suggested donation: $20 per memorial.
Donations received by December 18th with be displayed on a memorial board in church throughout the Christmas season.
- See more at: http://blessedsacramentwichita.com/hospitality-news/45535-christmas-flower-memorial#sthash.fB0eTFd7.dpufIn Baptism, we are called to share in the life of the Blessed Trinity in such a way that the one God in three persons actually comes to dwell within us. We celebrate the Trinity and the power of God’s grace in us every time we sign ourselves in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, a belief we affirm by then saying, “Amen.” - See more at: http://cardinalsblog.adw.org/2015/05/trinity-sunday/#sthash.bOrVovzI.dpufIn Baptism, we are called to share in the life of the Blessed Trinity in such a way that the one God in three persons actually comes to dwell within us. We celebrate the Trinity and the power of God’s grace in us every time we sign ourselves in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, a belief we affirm by then saying, “Amen.” - See more at: http://cardinalsblog.adw.org/2015/05/trinity-sunday/#sthash.bOrVovzI.dpufIn Baptism, we are called to share in the life of the Blessed Trinity in such a way that the one God in three persons actually comes to dwell within us. We celebrate the Trinity and the power of God’s grace in us every time we sign ourselves in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, a belief we affirm by then saying, “Amen.” - See more at: http://cardinalsblog.adw.org/2015/05/trinity-sunday/#sthash.bOrVovzI.dpufvvvIn Baptism, we are called to share in the life of the Blessed Trinity in such a way that the one God in three persons actually comes to dwell within us. We celebrate the Trinity and the power of God’s grace in us every time we sign ourselves in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, a belief we affirm by then saying, “Amen.” - See more at: http://cardinalsblog.adw.org/2015/05/trinity-sunday/#sthash.bOrVovzI.dpu
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