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Catechetical Sunday

Catechetical Sunday

Catechetical Sunday is September 20, 2020. Parish programs have dramatically changed this year. Despite these challenges, faith formation has continued to be a vital aspect of parish life thanks to the dedicated and faithful catechetical ministers and catechists.

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Parish Minister Orientation

Parish Minister Orientation

We hope all Catechetical Leaders and Youth Ministers in ministry five years or less, will join us for this informative morning on September 23rd! We will meet on Zoom. There is no cost to attend, but please register so that you can receive the virtual meeting link.

Please Register
Priests Retirement Trust Fund

Priests Retirement Trust Fund

The Diocese of Manchester currently has 30 retired priests, many of whom continue to serve us by assisting in parishes and institutions. Please consider a gift to this special collection again this year and please keep them in your prayers.

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Wedding Anniversary Mass

Wedding Anniversary Mass

Bishop Libasci invites all couples who are celebrating their 5th, 25th, and 50th Wedding Anniversary (anytime during the year 2020), to attend a Special Anniversary Mass. This celebration will be a Livestream Mass held on October 18th.

Please Register By October 11th
Laudato Si

Laudato Si

In May 2015 Pope Francis issued, Laudato Si, On Care for Our Common Home, and declared September 1 World Day of Prayer for Creation. September 1 – October 4 is the Season of Creation and dedicated to care for all creation.

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Bishop

"Arise and Walk"

Most Reverend Peter A. Libasci

Tenth Bishop of Manchester

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"Arise and Walk" - Most Reverend Peter A. Libasci
Coronavirus - Check for Updates

Coronavirus

The Diocese continues to monitor information related to the Coronavirus through resources available from the Centers for Disease Control and other authorities.

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Chrism Mass Photos - View Photo Gallery

Chrism Mass Photos

Bishop Libasci and priests in the Diocese of Manchester recently gathered for the annual blessing of the oils at the 2020 Chrism Mass, which was originally postponed during Holy Week due to the COVID-19 emergency.

Photos by Jeff Dachowski
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Ethical Directives - Register Here

Ethical Directives

Dr. John Di Camillo of The National Catholic Bioethics Center of Philadelphia unpacks the USCCB’s Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services and dives deeply into the Principle of Cooperation.

October 14 Session for Laity
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NE Faith Forum - Register Here

NE Faith Forum

The Faith Forum has moved to an online format. On August 18, 2020, we began with our keynote presenter, Julianne Stanz. Please join us for the second exciting presentation with Mary Mirrione. There is no cost to participate, but registration is required.

October 20, 2020
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Art for Education - Place an Order

Art for Education

The Knights of Columbus has partnered with the Catholic School Office in an effort to strengthen Catholic education all over New Hampshire; as such, we are thrilled to launch the Art for Education fundraiser.

Our Lady of Guadalupe
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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.

September/October Issue
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Pope's Prayer - Watch Video

Pope's Prayer

This month, we pray that the planet’s resources will not be plundered, but shared in a just and respectful manner.

Intentions for September
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Online Giving - See our Listing

Online Giving

Our parishes are still operating yet experiencing a sharp decrease of their weekly offertory. Please consider donating more to your parish during this time if you can or signing up for your parish’s online giving service.

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Livestreamed Masses - See our Listing

Livestreamed Masses

Since we can't all be together in person, the Diocese of Manchester has compiled a list of live-streamed Masses at parishes throughout our diocese.

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Help for Victims - Learn More

Help for Victims

The Office for Healing and Pastoral Care provides services and support, promotes healing, and supports the emotional and spiritual well-being of survivors of sexual abuse and other misconduct in the Church.

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