This Week...
Monday, June 15
12:15pm Mass
12:15pm Mass
Tuesday, June 16
12:15pm Mass
7pm Troop 157pm Creation Care
7pm Young Adult Bible Study
Wednesday, June 17
10:30am Ephesians Study
6:30pm Ephesians StudyThursday, June 18
9am Day Away
12:15pm Mass
12:45pm AdorationFriday, June 19 (Offices Closed)
10am Food Pantry
Saturday, June 20
8:30am Men's Group
4pm Confession5:30pm Mass
Sunday, June 21
8am Mass
10am Mass11am Coffee & Donuts
6pm Mass
7pm AdorationMonday, June 22
12:15pm Mass
Offices Closed
The Parish Offices will be closed June 19 for the Juneteenth Holiday. Daily Mass and Adoration are cancelled on June 19.
The Parish Offices will be closed June 19 for the Juneteenth Holiday. Daily Mass and Adoration are cancelled on June 19.
Congratulations!
The Knights of Columbus Council #10896 wants to Congratulate the Winners of our Annual Fathers Day Steak Raffle for two $100.00 Gift Cards to the Flying Butcher in Amherst, NH.
$100.00 Gift Card Dcn Brian Lester
$100.00 Gift Card Chris Lussier
Thanks to Everyone that Supported the Steak Raffle!
The Knights of Columbus Council #10896 wants to Congratulate the Winners of our Annual Fathers Day Steak Raffle for two $100.00 Gift Cards to the Flying Butcher in Amherst, NH.
$100.00 Gift Card Dcn Brian Lester
$100.00 Gift Card Chris Lussier
Thanks to Everyone that Supported the Steak Raffle!
K of C Meatball Sub Sale
The Knights of Columbus will be holding a sub sale to benefit the Run to Home Base Charity.
Subs are $5 each and can be picked up in the hall. They are available for pre-order after all Masses or at kofc@sjnnh.org. The Knights will make plenty, but pre-orders are appreciated.
The Knights of Columbus will be holding a sub sale to benefit the Run to Home Base Charity.
Sat. June 27: 5-7pm
Sun, June 28: 9am-Noon
First Thursday Adorers
We are in need of regular adorers for First Thursday Adoration (12:45pm-8pm). Please contact Cheri' if you are able to assist.
We are also looking for substitutes who can fill in when a regular adorer is unable to cover their shift.
We are in need of regular adorers for First Thursday Adoration (12:45pm-8pm). Please contact Cheri' if you are able to assist.
We are also looking for substitutes who can fill in when a regular adorer is unable to cover their shift.
Religious Ed Tidbits
Totus Tuus Signups!
Totus Tuus Signups!
- The Parish will once again be hosting Totus Tuus this summer from July 26-31. It is open to all students currently in Grades K-11. Signups can be done online here.
- Religious Ed signups are now live on the website. We offer Religious Education for Grades K-5, the Edge Program for our Middle Schoolers in Grades 6-8 and the Life Teen program for our high school students in Grades 9-12. Signups can be done online here.
Aging Resource Guide
The Dartmouth Health Geriatric Center of Excellence has put out an Agency Resource Guide for the older members of our community.
All programs are free of charge and open to all, including care-givers. Our own Kathy Hopkins helped develop this incredibly valuable resource. For more information, go to dhaging.org.
There is also a poster in the gathering space with a QR code.
The Dartmouth Health Geriatric Center of Excellence has put out an Agency Resource Guide for the older members of our community.
All programs are free of charge and open to all, including care-givers. Our own Kathy Hopkins helped develop this incredibly valuable resource. For more information, go to dhaging.org.
There is also a poster in the gathering space with a QR code.
Creation Care Committee
- Plastic Free July™ is a movement that helps people reduce plastic waste through simple, everyday choices and be part of the solution to plastic pollution. That way, we can enjoy cleaner streets, oceans, and beautiful communities. Will you join Plastic Free July™ by choosing to refuse single-use plastics?
- Digital Missionaries | Storytelling for Integral Ecology is a new global online intensive for Catholic creators, communicators, educators, and changemakers who want to communicate faith, justice, and care for creation with creativity, authenticity, and cultural relevance. It will take place Over six live 2-hour sessions. We are selecting 50 participants globally. Selected participants will attend at no cost. Applications close June 26. Apply to Become a Digital Missionary
Activities on the Parish Grounds
- Beginning Thursday, May 28, SJN will be hosting the Merrimack Valley Farmers' Market in the parish parking lot. The Farmers' Market will be open every Thursday afternoon from 3-7pm into the fall
NH Catholic Appeal
We thank all who made their gift to the New Hampshire Catholic Appeal: Future of our Faith II this weekend. Your gift will enable the Catholic Church in New Hampshire to meet the increasing needs of parishes, our community, Catholic schools, retired clergy, seminarians, and much more. If you were not able to make your gift yet, please visit the website at www.catholicnh.org/nhca or bring your gift envelope that includes your donor ID and parish ID and drop it in the collection basket at Mass next weekend. We thank you for your generosity and for helping to reflect the love of Christ throughout our state!
We thank all who made their gift to the New Hampshire Catholic Appeal: Future of our Faith II this weekend. Your gift will enable the Catholic Church in New Hampshire to meet the increasing needs of parishes, our community, Catholic schools, retired clergy, seminarians, and much more. If you were not able to make your gift yet, please visit the website at www.catholicnh.org/nhca or bring your gift envelope that includes your donor ID and parish ID and drop it in the collection basket at Mass next weekend. We thank you for your generosity and for helping to reflect the love of Christ throughout our state!
May Offering
We have had a request for the monthly offering to be placed in the newsletter. As always, we thank you for your generosity.
Offering for:
5/3/26 $5,263
5/10/26 $5,211
5/14/26 Ascension $1,441
5/17/26 $7,321
5/24/26 $5,781
5/31/26 $6,497
Online (May) $8386.32
Healing Masses
We have had a request to list the healing Masses in the area. This section will be found right before our contact information in following updates.
- Ste. Marie's
- Tues, June 23, 6:30pm
- 378 Notre Dame Ave, Manchester
Prayer Line
Due to bulletin submission times and Father's vacation, the prayer line has not been updated in the bulletin. Please keep the following people and items in your prayers.
Please pray for: Youth volunteers and students-past, present, & future. The New Homebound Outreach Program. Past & Future members of the Grief Share Program. Nathan. Jack. Duncan. Bob. Eileen. Loretta. Sheila. Ruth. George and family & friends. Deb and family & friends. Faith. Judy. David. Tom-happy death. Tom. Miriam. Michelle. Sue. Soul of George. Lisa. Richard. Steve. Jim. Gerry. Terry. Keith. Robin. Lisa. Wil. Soul of Nancy. Celia. Joanne. Richie. Sue. Dana. Andy. Sam & Marta. Sue. Ruth. David. Julie & Dave. Andy. Peace in our family, country, and world. Those who have recently experienced a loss. Safety for those traveling this summer. All those graduating. All priests and religious. Those who have no one to pray for them. For our church. For our country. That our world turns their eyes to God. Unborn. Family and friends who have stepped away from the faith. Vocations. All of our parishioners and their needs.
Due to bulletin submission times and Father's vacation, the prayer line has not been updated in the bulletin. Please keep the following people and items in your prayers.
Please pray for: Youth volunteers and students-past, present, & future. The New Homebound Outreach Program. Past & Future members of the Grief Share Program. Nathan. Jack. Duncan. Bob. Eileen. Loretta. Sheila. Ruth. George and family & friends. Deb and family & friends. Faith. Judy. David. Tom-happy death. Tom. Miriam. Michelle. Sue. Soul of George. Lisa. Richard. Steve. Jim. Gerry. Terry. Keith. Robin. Lisa. Wil. Soul of Nancy. Celia. Joanne. Richie. Sue. Dana. Andy. Sam & Marta. Sue. Ruth. David. Julie & Dave. Andy. Peace in our family, country, and world. Those who have recently experienced a loss. Safety for those traveling this summer. All those graduating. All priests and religious. Those who have no one to pray for them. For our church. For our country. That our world turns their eyes to God. Unborn. Family and friends who have stepped away from the faith. Vocations. All of our parishioners and their needs.
- St. Francis Annual Golf Tournament. June 23, 2026, 8am, Amherst Country Club. For more info: birdease.com/stfrancisschool
- Saint Christopher Academy in Nashua, NH is seeking two full-time educators to join their Lower Campus team for the 2026-2027 school year: a Second Grade Homeroom Teacher and a Fourth Grade Homeroom/Science Teacher. Interested candidates are encouraged to contact Principal Cindy Clarke at cclarke@saintchrisacademy.org or 603-882-7442, ext. 612, or visit:
https://www.saintchrisacademy.org/apps/pages/Employment - Cardinal Lacroix Academy is seeking a part-time Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Guide. They are looking for a faithful, joyful, and mission-driven individual to help grow a vibrant CGS program. For more information, call Michele McKenna at 603-622-0414.
- CAMP NDA- Tyngsboro Held at Academy of Notre Dame Tyngsboro’s 200 acre campus, campers are engaged in creative projects, nature exploration, and joyful play! Our staff is dedicated to sending home happy, tired campers who can’t wait to come back the next day! Our Director is a faithful Catholic with more than 25 years experience with kids. Before and after camp care is available. Multi week and sibling discounts. Www.ndatyngsboro.org or email campnda@ndatyngsboro.org
Seasonal Choir
The Seasonal Choir begins practice on Sunday, November 9 at 1:30pm. Any adult interested in singing in the Christmas choir is welcome!
The Children's Choir will begin practice on Sunday, November 16 at 11am. Any child interested in singing in the Children's Choir at the 4pm Christmas Eve Mass is welcome to join this group!
For more info about either group, please contact Artie.
Seasonal Choir
The Seasonal Choir begins practice on Sunday, November 9 at 1:30pm. Any adult interested in singing in the Christmas choir is welcome!
The Children's Choir will begin practice on Sunday, November 16 at 11am. Any child interested in singing in the Children's Choir at the 4pm Christmas Eve Mass is welcome to join this group!
For more info about either group, please contact Artie.
Pregnancy Support Drive-LAST CHANCE
The Knights of Columbus are once again doing their drive to support local pregnancy counseling centers.
When: January 1st – February 2
Where: The Gathering Space Gift Box
We hope that you can purchase Gift Cards, which will be distributed to the 18 Pregnancy Centers in NH. These courageous young mothers need our Prayers and Support.
Suggested Gift Cards would be appreciated from:
CVS Shaw's Hannaford
Walgreen’s Kohl's Walmart Market Basket Target
Prepaid VISA or MASTERCARD Debit Cards
Valentine's Dinner Dance
The Parish Council is hosting a Valentine’s Dinner Dance on:
Saturday, February 14
6:30pm
SJN Parish Hall
Join us for a fun, music-filled evening! Dinner will be catered. The fabulous Bedford Big Band will once again provide the music for your listening and dancing enjoyment!
Tickets are $20 a person/$40 a couple and can be purchased by clicking here.
For more information on the Bedford Big Band and to get in the mood to hear some fabulous music, check out their YouTube channel by clicking here!
