Saints Mary & Joseph Parish February 18, 2018 Our Mission Statement: Discover God’s Love so we might Love God; Love others; and Grow as a community of Disciples. Mary Queen of Peace Church 200 Lawrence Road Salem, NH 03079 MASS: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 9:00am Wed: Eucharisc Service 9:00am Sat: 3:00pm Reconciliaon Sat: 4:00pm Sun: 9:30am w/KidsChurch and Toddler Time Sun: 11:00am St. Joseph Church 40 Main Street Salem, NH 03079 MASS: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 7:15am Wed: Eucharisc Service 7:15am Wed: Mass at 6:30pm Sat: 3:15pm Reconciliaon Sat: 4:15pm Sun 8:00am, 11:00am & 6:30pm Parish Office 603-893-8661 200 Lawrence Road, Salem, NH Fax: 603-890-0292 Mon-Thu 9:30am-2:30pm Fri 9:30am-12:30pm by appt. Email: [email protected]Website: www.saintsmaryandjoseph.org Facebook: Sts Mary and Joseph Twier: @StsMary_Joseph Instagram: Stsmaryjoseph
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Saints Mary & Joseph Parish February 18, 2018
Our Mission Statement: Discover God’s Love so we might Love God; Love others;
and Grow as a community of Disciples.
Mary Queen of Peace Church 200 Lawrence Road Salem, NH 03079 MASS: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 9:00am Wed: Eucharistic Service 9:00am Sat: 3:00pm Reconciliation Sat: 4:00pm Sun: 9:30am w/KidsChurch and Toddler Time Sun: 11:00am
St. Joseph Church 40 Main Street Salem, NH 03079 MASS: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 7:15am Wed: Eucharistic Service 7:15am Wed: Mass at 6:30pm Sat: 3:15pm Reconciliation Sat: 4:15pm Sun 8:00am, 11:00am & 6:30pm
Parish Office
603-893-8661 200 Lawrence Road, Salem, NH Fax: 603-890-0292 Mon-Thu 9:30am-2:30pm Fri 9:30am-12:30pm by appt. Email: [email protected] Website: www.saintsmaryandjoseph.org Facebook: Sts Mary and Joseph Twitter: @StsMary_Joseph Instagram: Stsmaryjoseph
First Sunday of Lent, February 18, 2018
Lent is the time of final preparation for those desiring to receive their Sacraments in the Catholic Church. Let us pray for the following members of our parish who will be fully welcomed into our community at the Easter Vigil: Children: Baptism and Communion Michael Therrien and Madelyn Begley Baptism, Confirmation and Communion Chloe Therrien and Evan Woodard Confirmation and First Communion Joe Therrien, Joshua Therrien and Vivianna Pacaya Adult RCIA Candidates : Jim Bordelais Beau Sibeleski Steven Woodard Nataly Pacaya May you all be assured of our prayers as you enter this final preparation to Easter! Justine and the RCIA Team
Lenten Mission Theme: Time Stops Here Father Marc Montminy will be our guest speaker and mission leader. Our parish Lenten Mission is Monday-Wednesday, February 19-21 at 7:00PM at St. Joseph Church. The schedule is as follows: 5:30-6:30pm Confessions 6:30pm Rosary (Optional) Wednesday, begins with 6:30pm Mass. 7:00pm Talk
Staff Eucharistic Adoration—Offered for our Parish, our Town, and our Country
Please join the staff on Thursday, February 22, from 3-4PM at Mary Queen of Peace Church as they pray for
the new pastor and the upcoming changes. Adoration includes songs for meditation, a short reflection, and
intercessory prayers ending with Benediction. All Are Welcome!
Pray for our parish, the upcoming changes and for our “new” pastor.
Operation Pet Therapy Join our parish as we collect stuffed animals that are given to all the residents of Salemhaven. Stuffed animals can be dropped off in the Family Room at St. Joseph campus and in the vestibule at Mary Queen of Peace campus. Please, donate only NEW or VERY GENTLY USED stuffed animals. They must be brought to the parish by March 18th. We will not save any that are dropped off after that date. Thank you for making the residents of Salemhaven smile.
Encounter Lent through CRS RICE BOWL: ENCOUNTER MAJD In Iraq, we encounter Majd and his family, people forced to flee violence, searching for stability. How are we called to welcome the stranger in our midst? How can you support those, worldwide, who are forced to flee their homes to find safety or better opportunities? Visit crsricebowl.org for more.
Family-to-Family Easter Basket Project On the weekend of March 3 & 4 we will giving out information after all Masses for families that need to be adopted for Easter meals. The information will include family size and suggestions of items to include in the basket. If you would like to adopt a family and you know you will be away that weekend, you can email Justine Dufour at [email protected] and the family info will be emailed to you. All baskets need to be dropped off at Mary Queen of Peace on Saturday, March 24th between 9 – 11am. Thank you for you continued generosity and giving spirit!
The Parish Office will be closed on Monday, February 19, to allow our staff to enjoy Presi-dent’s Day with their families. We will reopen on Tuesday, February 20.
What’s Happening at KidsChurch February Finds Us “Giving Our Hearts To Jesus” Our Heartprint Prayer Circle focus last Sunday was on Helping. When we use our hands to be helpful (picking up toys, shov-
eling snow etc..) we have a very happy feeling inside of us and the person/people that we help are happy too! Jesus helped many people and we are all special helpers just like Jesus! The little ones went on an AMAZING ad-venture with Moses and witnessed one of the most spec-tacular events in the Bible. Yes, we watched as God as-sisted Moses in parting the Red Sea (Red Balloons on top of a pink tablecloth) and we were able to walk through before Pharaoh and his army could reach us. After the Israelites saw the mighty power of God, they put their faith and trust in God and in His servant (helper) Moses. To illustrate how God is always with us
to help us, the little ones (assisted by Miss Dawn) walked on two dozen eggs (not hard boiled) without breaking any! We trust God to help us and lead us in the right direction!
February 18th: Jericho’s Walls Tumble Down Dawn Pavlini, Director of KidsChurch [email protected]
Elementary, Middle School and High School Youth Ministries
Getting to know and developing a relation-ship with God is the greatest gift we can give our children!
Let us help you do that!
We offer youth ministry opportunities from grades 3-12!
Grades 3-6 meet on Tuesdays from 6-7 PM. High School meets Thursdays from 7:15-8:30 PM
All meetings are in the parish Youth Ministries Center behind St. Julie Hall at the St. Joseph campus.
Youth Ministry Elementary youth: Be sure to join us on Tuesdays in the youth center from 6-7 for faith, friends and fun!!! We will not be meeting the week of the NH February break.
Family Program Schedule (from page 9 in the handbook found on parish website) 4:15J Option at SJ Feb 17 9:30J Option at SJ Feb 28
Confirmation Prep classes:
High School Youth Group 7:15—8:30 pm in the Youth Center
8:30—9:00 Social Time (in the back of Julie Hall, St Joseph Campus)
Join us in February for Feb. 22 Journey in the Desert—Spitting out Sand
Prep Topic
Option P1 dates Sundays, 5-7:30 SJ
Option P2 dates Wed., 6:30-8:30 SJ
The Holy Spirit Feb 18, 2018 Feb 21, 2018
The Church Mar 18, 2018 Mar 21, 2018
Confirmation Mar 25, 2018 Mar 28, 2018
Made for Mission Apr 8, 2018 Apr 11, 2018
First Communion Children beginning preparation for First Communion and their parents have their first meeting coming up!!! What an exciting and grace-filled time!!! They may choose either Saturday, March 3rd at 10 OR Tuesday, March 6th at 4:00. Both will be held at the MQP campus. Please let Sue know which meeting you and your child will be attending.
Calling All Athletes!! Annual Knights of Columbus FREE THROW CONTEST, Sunday February 25, 2018 from 1:00 to 3:00 at St Joseph School Gym for ages 9-14. This competition is open to all girls and boys. All participants must have a copy of their Birth Certificates in order to participate. Winners move to the NH State Free Throw Contest on Saturday, March 3, 2018.
SJRCS Annual Benefit Gala Help Support our Catholic School!
“Mardi Gras Masquerade” to be held Saturday, March 24, 2018 at the Atkinson Resort & Country Club from 7:00pm—11:00pm. $50.00 per guest includes three course dinner, music, dancing, entertainment, raffles and a door prize. Contact: [email protected] for more infor-mation.
Take the Priests a Meal! If you would like to share a meal with our priests, go to takethemameal.com. Under find, en-ter Frink and password 7324. A list will appear and you can pick a convenient date, then enter your meal description.
2018 Camp Fatima & Camp Bernadette Scholarships Again this year Bishop Libasci is making scholarships available to youth aged six to 15 to attend Camp Fatima and Camp Bernadette. The youth must be Catholic and residing in New Hampshire. Due to increased camping costs, the number of scholarships awarded this year will be limited to twenty-one (21). The full scholarships granted to those in financial need are based on the recommendation of the pastor of their parish. The deadline for submission of rec-ommendations is March 16, 2018. If you have questions about the application process, dates of camp sessions avail-able, or obtaining an application, contact Fr. Tom Frink ([email protected]) or Michael Drumm, Exec-utive Director at 603-364-5851.
KidsChurch & Toddler Time with Jesus We are looking for additional adults and teen volun-teers to help staff this service during the 9:30 Mass at MQP while parents are freed up to celebrate Mass knowing their children are being cared for. We specifi-cally need a volunteer for the 3rd Sunday of every month as well as the occasional 5th Sunday of the month! Is God calling you?!!! Please contact Sue Levesque at the parish office to learn more.
A girl with Down syndrome got up during a regular papal talk, and went toward the Pope. The security men quickly moved in to take her back to her mother. The Pope stopped everyone and said to the girl, "come sit next to me.” The girl then sat down near him and the Holy Father continued to preach while holding hands with the little girl.
Parking at St. Joseph Campus
Rick Dewhirst, the Goundrey-Dewhirst Funeral Home direc-tor, generously allows us to use his parking facilities, but being a 24/7 operation, he needs access to the building doors and to the handicap spaces at all times. Let us respect the needs of our kind neighbor, and park only in his lined, regular spots. Thank you!
Helping Local Fire Victims Isaiah 58 NH is partnering up with Mercy Day-center and Salem Schools to help victims of the recent fire in Salem NH which dislocated a number of families. We will be opening a resource center on South Broad-way. Clothing, food and gifts cards, and casework will be available beginning Ash Wednesday. Furniture will be available as it is needed. Beginning February 14, our website www.Isaiah58nh will have more information. Thank you for your support and generosity!
“I feel deep pain for the many children torn from their families and forced to become child soldiers. This is a tragedy!” Follow Pope Francis @on Twitter @Pontiflex
18th Annual Diocesan Catholic Men’s Conference at Assumption College
All men are invited to this important annual Conference, scheduled for Assumption College on Saturday, March 17. Come and hear dynamic talks from outstanding Catholic leaders: Marcellino D'Ambrosio, Father David Cavanagh, Rob-ert Rogers, Ryan Tremblay, and Elvis Grbac. Bishops and diocesan and religious priests will be available to hear confes-sions. Bishop McManus will offer Mass. Tickets are only $45 now, and will increase to $60 on March 1st. Student tickets are $30. For a Conference brochure, further information, or registration, call 508-929-4345 or visit our website - www.firstmensconf.org - for information and ticket purchases.
The psalms and scriptural texts laid out for Lent mark a pilgrimage through time rather than space, walking us through the high points of God’s relationship with His people. They encourage us to explore the history of our own relationship with God. Where have I missed the markers on the way, and what experiences have taken my breath away?
The ropes along the side walls at both churches symbolize our own journey of Lent. With its ups and downs, accom-plishments and setbacks, we strive to-ward the victory of Easter so we can celebrate the Resurrection.
Parish Information: New Parishioners If you have just moved to the Salem area, we welcome you to our Parish. Please register on our website or at the Parish Office.
Baptisms Please call Justine Dufour by calling the parish office at 893-8661.
Communion or Sick Calls A Priest or Eucharistic Minister will be happy to arrange a visit at your home or hospital. Please call Justine Dufour at 893-8661.
Marriages Couples please call the parish office at 893-8661 for an appointment at least six months prior to the date of your marriage.
Shared Meal Ministry Our min-istry is to help individuals and families in the Salem area who need temporary care and could benefit from a meal being brought to their home. Please contact Justine Dufour at 893-8661 or Therese Vallario at 978-975-8581.
Food Pantry 893-8661 x131 Pantry Hours Every Friday 11:30am to 12:30pm at St. Joseph Campus. Salem residents can visit the Pantry every four weeks. Please call by Thursday Noon for Friday pick-up. Prayer Line We are 35-40 families that pray for those who have died and those struggling with health issues or any kind of discord in their families. Re-quests for prayer are sent to pray-ers by first name only for family privacy. Call Melanie at 603-893-6763 or Lee at 603-898-1927. Email requests can be sent to [email protected] BUT must have the word "prayer" in the subject line!!!
Parish Staff: 893-8661 Fr. Tom Frink, SJ.…….…………..….Pastor [email protected] (603-327-4301) Fr. Al Hicks, SJ ………....Pastoral Minister [email protected] (898-4933 ext 121) Fr. Nick Steeves, SJ….........Visiting Priest [email protected] (971-930-9697) Jay Cormier…………………...…….....Deacon [email protected] David Costello….…….……………....Deacon [email protected]
Corpus Christi Parish at Holy Rosary Church, Lawrence, Mass.
100th Lithuanian Independence Celebration
February 25 following 10:30 am Mass Cost $25 pp
David Boucher 978-337-3737 Advance ticket pur-chase required.
Year-End Tax Statements If you would like to receive a copy of your contribution statement, please re-quest it by email [email protected] or call the office and provide your name, address and envelope number to Maryanne (x105). State-ments will be mailed out on Fridays. Thank you for your cooperation!
Fr. Bill Mulligan, S.J. At the end of January Fr. Bill announced that he was leaving for medical reasons and will not be returning. If you would like to send him a card in appreciation for all his years of service, the address is : Father William Mulligan, S.J., c/o Campion Renewal Center, 319 Concord Road, Weston, MA 02493-1398
Our Mercy Meal team at MQP recently discovered the 55-cup coffee maker is missing from the kitchen. If it was borrowed, could it please be returned be-cause it is needed for additional Mercy Meals. Thank you!
NH Knights of Columbus: “In service to one, In service to all.” SCTV #17 “Couples Praying Together Daily” Airing 2/19—2/21 Monday 8:00 pm Tuesday 2:00 pm Wednesday 2:00 pm
Easter Vigil Mass choir and music rehearsals will start on Tuesday, February 27 at 6:30pm at MQP church. Anyone who would like to participate is invited to join us. Future rehearsals (all at MQP at 6:30pm) will be held on: Monday, March 5; Tuesday, March 13; Tuesday, March 20; and Monday, March 26.
Silverthorne Adult Day Center’s monthly “Just Because” dinner is Thursday, February 22nd from 5:30-7:30 PM, and will continue every month through June. These dinners are for our local seniors who may find it difficult to pre-pare a healthy meal night after night for themselves and their loved one. We will offer a healthy dinner, entertainment and information related to senior care. Dinner is free, but seating is limited. Please call Maria at Silverthorne Adult Day at 603-893-4799 to reserve your spot!
St. Joseph Saturday, February 17 4:15p Intentions of Fr. Bill Sunday, February 18 8:00a William and Hazel Brown;
Gus and Katherine Brown; Claire Simensen 11:00a Gerald Cuddy 6:30p Intentions of Rhea Richards Monday, February 19 7:15a Intentions of Fr. Bill Mulligan Tuesday, February 20 7:15a Bertha O'Brien Wednesday, February 21 6:30p Grayson Michael Burgos Thursday, February 22 7:15a Salem Fire Victims Friday, February 23 7:15a Philip Fazioli Saturday, February 24 4:15p Claire Simensen Sunday, February 25 8:00a Gina Gatchell 11:00a Gretel Spencer; Margaret
Webster 6:30p Lurita Soprano
Mass Intentions
Mary Queen of Peace Saturday, February 17 4:00p Marie Rose Cote Sunday, February 18 9:30a Manuel & Odilia Pereira; Doris T Bragg 11:00a Jose Elias Monday, February 19 9:00a Warren Manning Tuesday, February 20 9:00a Intentions of Elizabeth, James &
Gabriel Thursday, February 22 9:00a Barbara & Ron Reitmeyer Friday, February 23 9:00a Theresa Newcomb Saturday, February 24 4:00p Silvio Amorino; Margaret Murphy Sunday, February 25 9:30a Mr & Mrs Roland Begley 11:00a Rita Begley; Pauline Savastano
Parish Events
Sunday February 18 9:30am KidsChurch/MQP-
Classroom 9:30am Option 9:30J/SJ-St Julie
Hall 5:00pm Confirmation #2/SJ-Family
Room 5:00pm Option P1 5:00pm/SJ-St
Julie Hall Monday February 19 7:00pm Mission Begins/SJ-Church 7:00pm Nar-Anon/MQP-Hall Tuesday February 20 10:00am Bible Study/MQP-
Emmaus Rm 12:30pm Quilters/SJ—St Julie Hall 6:00pm Youth grades 3-6/SJ-Youth
Center 7:00pm Parish Mission/SJ-Church 7:00pm DivorceCare/MQP-
Emmaus Room 7:30pm Al-Anon/SJ—St Julie Hall Wednesday February 21 9:00am Play Group/MQP-Emmaus
Room Noon Stations/MQP-Church 5:00pm Scouts/SJ-St Julie Hall 6:30pm Confirmation Retreat/SJ-
Church All Welcome! 7:00pm Bereavement/SJ-St Julie
Hall 7:15pm Youth Group/SJ-Youth
Center Friday February 23 6:00pm Stations of Cross/SJ-
Church 6:30pm Contemporary Music re-
hearsal/SJ-Church Saturday February 24 8:00am Bible Study/SJ-Family
Room 6:00pm SIA/MQP-Emmaus Room
Rest in Peace We pray for all who died recently, especially Gil DeBurro, Joyce Cavanaugh, John Sadzewicz and Lurita Soprano. May their families be comforted by lov-ing memories of them and by hope in Christ’s promise of the resurrection.
Eternal Light/Sanctuary Candle is burning this week at St. Joseph for Wilfred Pelletier, Jr by His
Wife and at Mary Queen of Peace for Intentions of Mary Kamitian by her friends.
Parish Giving February 10 and February 11, 2018
Envelopes $ 7,454.00 Loose $ 2,200.00 Miscellaneous $ 111.00 Building Fund & Fuel $ 189.00 Sub-Total $ 9,954.00 Catholic Schools $ 2,514.00 Total $ 12,468.00
Thank You for your continued generosity!
At both locations there will be receptacles for your last year’s PALMS. Feel free to bring them to church and place them in the receptacles located at the main entrances. They will be used to
light the new fire at the Easter Vigil. Any brought after Easter will be buried on the church grounds so they can be naturalized back into the earth.
Attention Volunteers….. Save the Date!
We are planning your Appreciation Night Banquet on
Wednesday, April 25, 2018.
It will be at St. Joseph School Auditorium in the evening.
