Our Parish Mission Statement:
To Live and Preach the Gospel through the Example of our Lives


St. Catherine (Interior) 285 Main St. Charlestown, NH 03603 Patron Saint Biography	St. Peter (Interior) 39 Church St. North Walpole, NH 03609 Patron Saint Biography

Announcements:

Catholic Charities NH: “How to Deal with Dementia” Support Group

Is your family member or friend struggling with memory loss? You are not alone, and Catholic Charities NH is here to support you. Its newest online support group, “How to Deal with Dementia,” is a five-week program starting on February 24, providing an understanding of dementia, its impact on those affected and resources you can use to best support your loved one. To register, visit www.cc-nh.org/dementia. You may also call 603-752-1325 or email efrenette@nh-cc.org. There is no cost to participate.

Theology of the Body Institute Upcoming Courses in 2022

January 24 - February 4, 2022

Taught by Christopher West
Online

Through the lens of St. John Paul II’s TOB and with the help of the Catechism of the Catholic Church and the insights of countless saints and mystics throughout the ages, this course seeks to answer that question in such a way as to show what the most influential woman in all of human history means to us here and now, today, in our own personal lives, with all our questions, struggles, and longings. It will demonstrate how all the Marian doctrines of the Church and the call of true devotion to the Mother of God have one and only one goal: to lead us to deeper union with the Word who was made flesh in her womb.

January 30 - February 4, 2022

Black Rock Retreat Center in Quarryville, PA

Taught by Andrew Comiskey, Abbey Foard, and Marco Casanova

The Theology of the Body Institute is excited to partner with Desert Stream Ministries for a unique and immersive healing and training opportunity. In this five day retreat, you will experience a compacted version of the Desert Stream Ministries flagship “Living Waters” program — an opportunity to apply the content of Theology of the Body personally and practically.

February 21 - March 4, 2022

Taught by Christopher West
Online

This online course introduces students to the key themes of the 129 Wednesday audience addresses that comprise John Paul II’s Theology of the Body. Particular attention will be paid to the imago Dei, fall and redemption, Christian ethics and ethos, freedom and person, gender and vocation. Students will be encouraged to journey from “head to heart” in applying the theological concepts they learn to their own lives and relationships.

2022 Camp Fatima and Camp Bernadette Scholarships

We are pleased to announce Bishop Libasci is making scholarships available to youth aged 6 to 15 to attend Camps Fatima and Bernadette in 2022! This is possible in accordance with the terms of a bequest received by the diocese. The youth must be Catholic and residing in New Hampshire. Please note that due to increased camping costs, the number of scholarships awarded this year will be limited to twenty-one (21).

The two-week periods available in 2022 are as follows:

Starter Week – June 26 – July 2 (Sunday – Saturday) ages 5-10 only

1st Session – June 26 – July 9

2nd Session – July 10 – July 23

3rd Session – July 24 – August 6

4th Session (Camp Bernadette) – August 7 – August 20

4th Session (Camp Fatima) – August 7 – August 13 (Sunday – Saturday)

The full scholarships granted to those in financial need are based on the recommendation of the Pastor of their parish. Therefore, Bishop Libasci asks that each pastor recommend youth from his parish to attend one of the two-week sessions. The deadline for submission of recommendations is March 11, 2022.

Attached is the 2022 Camp Application form that should be filled out by each child’s parent or guardian and returned to your pastor or his delegate. The parent/guardian should know that the application and scholarships, once received and approved, are based upon availability of spaces and level of need. Pastors will be notified in March of youth in their parish who have been awarded a camp scholarship and the youth will also receive a letter. Once notified they have received the scholarship, recipients will be asked to choose any available session and complete an online registration form.

Diocese of Manchester And WorkcampNE
Coming to a project near you!

Need a hand? WorkcampNE is a non-profit organization that has been repairing homes in the Northeast for over 30 years. They organize groups of students to perform home repairs at no cost to the homeowner. Over 800 families have had their homes changed and lives touched by the amazing youth who take the time to serve others. The Diocese of Manchester is proud to partner with WorkcampNE to bring service opportunities to the state for youth and young adults. For further information click here.

Word on Fire Releashes New Video Series:

Catholicism 101 is a fresh and energetic new program that presents the basic truths of the Catholic faith over the course of 20 short, digestible, and interesting videos.

ITINERARY FOR Special Pilgrimage to Franciscan Italy
With Fr. John Loughnane and Sr. Dymphna

Covid-19 Regulations for Attending Mass Update 6/13/2021

Bishop Libasci has now lifted the restrictions imposed due to the virus. However, we are not allowed to bring up the gifts, or share the Precious Blood. Wearing masks and keeping a distance are now optional. We are welcome to have altar servers once again.

June 8, 2021 Bishop Libasci announces:

"Joining today with my brother bishops of the Boston Province in announcing that the dispensation has run its course, we embrace again what we call the first of the six “Precepts of the Church”, namely: “You shall attend Mass on Sundays and Holy days of Obligation.” For Bishop Libasci's letter about this change click here.

Special Pilgrimage to Franciscan Italy
With Fr. John Loughnane and Sr. Dymphna

Covid-19 Regulations for Attending Mass Update 5/23/2021

Bishop Libasci has announced new guidelines for our public Masses: We may now use holy water at Mass, we may accommodate more people in church, but social distancing is still required. We may have ushers and collections at Mass. Holy Communion will be distributed at the normal time of the Mass. We must still wear masks in church and keep a six foot distance between us. Our churches must be thoroughly cleansed after each Mass, and we may bring Holy Communion to the sick and to people at home with precautions.

Pre-recorded talk by CCNH President & CEO, Tom Blonski

Covid-19 Regulations for Attending Mass

Please be sure to wear a mask, and practice social distancing, and avoid the sign of peace. If you choose to receive Holy Communion on the tongue, Father would appreciate it if you would come up to Communion at the end of the line. May the Lord heal all who are suffering from this terrible virus.

Archived Announcements: 7/3/2020 - 9/5/2020