Bishop Libasci Denounces Obama Administration Mandate

Bishop Libasci is denouncing the recent announcement of a legislative rule that will mandate that coverage for sterilization, abortion-inducing drugs, and contraception be included in virtually all health plans, regardless of moral objections to such drugs and procedures. Read More »

From the Bishop

In his first letter in Parable, Bishop Libasci reflects on one of his favorite parables in the Sacred Scriptures: the parable of the talents (Matthew 25:14-30), through which Jesus desires his hearers to gain an insight into the Kingdom of God. Read More »

Message from Pope Benedict XVI

In the face of the threats posed by radical secularism, Benedict XVI reaffirmed the Church's right to offer public moral witness. The Pope said this during his recent meeting with the Bishops of the United States of America. Read More »

Rite of Election

Preparations are well underway for this year’s Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion on Sunday, February 26 at St. Joseph Cathedral in Manchester. Read More »

NH Catholic Charities 7th Annual Mardi Gras Benefit

Join NH Catholic Charities on Saturday, February 4, 2012, 6:00 pm, at the Grappone Conference Center in Concord as they host the 7th annual Mardi Gras Benefit for the Emergency Assistance Fund.
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Poverty in America

The continuing economic struggles of the last several years in the United States and around the world are pushing more people into poverty. During this Poverty Awareness Month, take time to educate yourself on the issues and learn how you can help. Read More »

Installation of Bishop Peter A. Libasci

View a photo gallery of Bishop Libasci's Installation as Tenth Bishop of Manchester at St. Joseph Cathedral on December 8, 2011. More photos will be posted on our website this week detailing the highlights of the day. Read More »

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RCIA Team Retreat

Sat. Jan 28 - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Br. Mark Hilton, S.C., presenter.
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January Jump Start Catechist Workshop

Sat. Jan 28 - 8:45 am - 12 Noon

A workshop for all catechists serving young children and young and older adolescents. Presented by Sr. Carol Cimino, SSJ the workshop will provide information

Engaged Couples Seminar - Monadnock Deanery

Sat. Jan 28 - 9:00 am - 5:30 pm

$80 per couple.
CLICK HERE for more information and a registration form.
Diocesan Sponsored Event.

Open House - St. Thomas Aquinas School

Sun. Jan 29 - noon - 2:00 pm

Faculty will be available in their classrooms to speak with families and answer questions.

Open House - St. Elizabeth Seton School

Sun. Jan 29 - 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Tours of the school.

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