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Advent

The Scripture readings of Advent reflect the season’s preparation for the arrival of the Messiah, and the readings of the season reflect this. Every year, we must all make ready for the fullness of the Incarnation in the birth of Jesus and follow the example He has given us as Emmanuel, “God with us.”

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Feast of the Immaculate Conception

On December 8th, we celebrate the Feast of the Immaculate Conception which celebrates Mary’s conception without original sin. In observance of this Holy Day, the Diocesan Administration Building will be closed. Please consult your parish for Mass times.

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Retirement Fund for Religious

For decades, women and men religious have cared for others, teaching, praying, and serving those in need. Many now face retirement without sufficient savings. Your support ensures they receive the care and dignity they deserve. Please give during the annual collection at your parish the weekend of December 13-14.

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Totus Tuus Missionaries

Looking for an experience of a lifetime? Totus Tuus is a unique week-long parish summer program that seeks to inspire young people to transform and more fully embrace their faith. Seeking college-age young adults who will travel to parish sites in the Diocese of Manchester for 8 weeks during the summer to teach and witness to the truth and joy of the Catholic faith to children and youth.

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Finding Communion

I offered the following remarks during the New Hampshire Eucharistic Pilgrimage’s visit to St. Jude Parish in Londonderry. I hope these words will provide food for thought about our eucharistic calling as members of the Body of Christ, both in the world of politics and in every corner of society.

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Respect Life Essay Contest

The New Hampshire Knights of Columbus is once again sponsoring a Student Respect Life Essay contest. This contest encourages today’s youth to be more connected to their community and their faith. The goal of this program is to involve young Catholics in grades 6 to 12 in civic discourse and instill in them religious and life-affirming values.

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Public Issues

Parable

Finding Communion - Watch the Video

Finding Communion

In this episode of Finding Communion, Rosemary Ford, Editor of Parable Magazine, and Robert Dunn, Diocesan Director of Public Policy, explore the fundamental truths of the Eucharist, the source and summit of our faith.

Fundamental Truths of the Eucharist
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The Pope Video - Watch the Video

The Pope Video

Let us pray that Christians living in areas of war or conflict, especially in the Middle East, might be seeds of peace, reconciliation and hope.

Prayer for December
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The Saints - View the Playlist

The Saints

Watch our new video series: "A Saint You Need to Know!" hosted by Alana Babineau, Campus Minister at Trinity High School and Youth Minister at Sainte Marie Pairsh. This series highlights saints in a fun and engaging way.

New "Shorts" Video Series
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Catholic Quiz - Take the Quiz

Catholic Quiz

Test your Catholic knowledge by taking this quiz from latest issue of Parable Magazine.

November/December Issue
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NH Catholic Directory - Order Now

NH Catholic Directory

The Diocese is still accepting orders for the New Hampshire Catholic Directory. The cost of the directory is $20. The new edition contains up-to-date parish information, priest assignments, and other useful data.

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Clergy Prayer List - Download Prayer List

Clergy Prayer List

Each day we pray for members of the clergy and for an increase of vocations to the priesthood, diaconate, religious, and consecrated life in the Diocese of Manchester.

Pray for Our Clergy
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Job Openings - View Opportunities

Job Openings

Want to work for the Catholic Church? Check out the job openings that are available in our parishes and diocese.

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Calendar

Browse through our online calendar to find out about upcoming events at Catholic parishes, schools, and organizations throughout New Hampshire. Do you have an event that you want to list? We welcome submissions from NH Catholic organizations.

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