For families in crisis

Let us pray that broken families might discover the cure for their wounds through forgiveness, rediscovering each other’s gifts, even in their differences.

Join us for our next WINGS (Women In God’s Spirit) gathering, “Renewed in Faith: Embracing the Journey of Transformation” on Saturday, March 15, from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Inspired by the reflections and grace of the Lenten season, we will use this special time of renewal as an opportunity to deepen our relationship with God. Together we will experience His love and embrace the transformation He desires in our lives. Pre-registration is required and can be done on our website (www.stjoenash.org\wings), or by calling the parish office at 603-883-0757, ext. 2. Early registration is encouraged as space is limited. We look forward to walking this meaningful journey with you!

Early registration is recommended.

Weekly grief support group

13 Sessions

Join at any time in the series

When: Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 pm

Ending May 14th

Where: St. John Neumann Hall

708 Milford Road, Merrimack

Contact: Deacon Brian Lester at deacon@stjnnh.org

Are you or someone you love in need of prayer? Our Healing Prayer Ministry teams will be available this weekend, March 8th-9th, after each weekend Mass in the Eucharistic Chapel. Those wishing to receive prayer for physical, emotional or spiritual needs for themselves or a loved one should sit in the seats in front of the Chapel after Mass.

Sunday, March 23rd at 2:00 pm

Immaculate Conception Parish

216 E. Dunstable Road, Nashua

As we prepare for Lent and Easter, come to the Lord and experience the extraordinary grace of His forgiveness!

Many priests will be available for the Sacrament of Reconciliation!

The pocket-size Little Black Book will be available on tables in the Narthex beginning next weekend. This year’s reflections will be based on the Passion according to John. Spend just six minutes a day with this little book, letting God speak to you! The Little Purple Book for children ages 6-12 will also be available. This year’s theme is “Signs & Symbols of Our Faith”.

The remembrance of the Lord’s saving death and Resurrection ~ one liturgical celebration encompassing three days.

Holy Thursday ~ April 17th

Solemn celebration of the

Lord’s Supper at 7:00 pm

(No morning Mass &

No evening Holy Hour)

Good Friday ~ April 18th

Stations of the Cross at 3:30 pm

Solemn celebration of the

Lord’s Passion at 7:00 pm

(No morning Mass)

Holy Saturday ~ April 19th

The Easter Vigil at 7:00 pm

(No confession)

(No 4:00 pm Mass)

Easter Sunday ~ April 20th

Mass at 8 & 10:00 am

What is this journey in between the event we call “birth” and the one we call “death”? Is the journey taking you somewhere, or are you leading yourself to some kind of destination – a destination that could extend beyond your last breath? What do you want from your life during the in between? The questions are there. And, the answers are too.

Each session will include question and answer period with Bishop Christian.

To be held on Thursdays during Lent, March 6th, March 13th, March 20th and April 3rd, at 9:00 am or 7:00 pm

Thursday, March 6th: Episode 1 - What Do You Seek?

Episode 2 - Who Are You?

Thursday, March 13th: Episode 3 - Why a God?

Episode 4 - What's Our Story?

Thursday, March 20th : Episode 5 - Who is Jesus?

Episode 6 - Am I Saved?

Thursday, April 3rd: Episode 7 - Why a Church?

To Register, please call or email Miss Janice at 603.883.0757 ext. 4, or email janicemercure@stjoenash.org

All Catholics from the age of 18 until age 59 are asked to fast on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. When fasting, a person is permitted to eat one full meal, as well as two smaller meals that together are not equal to a full meal. In addition, all Catholics from the age of 14 or older are bound to abstain from meat on Ash Wednesday, all Fridays of Lent, and Good Friday.

GIFT Assignment:

First Sunday of Lent

Dates to Remember!

Saturday/Sunday, March 8th & 9th - GIFT Parent Meeting after Mass

Sunday, March 9th from 6-8:00 pm - Session of the Edge Program for Grades 6, 7, 8.

“The word is near you, on your lips and in your heart.” Jesus the Eternal Word continues to call many to lives of holiness as priests, deacons and in the consecrated life. Could you be one of them?

contact the Vocation Office at (603) 663-0196 or email: cmartel@rcbm.org.

Adoration Of the Blessed Sacrament

(Chapel)

Tuesday evenings - 6 to 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday mornings - 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon

“Every Holy Hour we make so pleases the Heart of Jesus that it is recorded in Heaven and retold for

all eternity!” ~ St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta

HOLY HOUR WITH ROSARY

(Chapel)

6:00-7:00 pm

Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament,

beginning with the Rosary, quiet time

and faith building prayers.

ADULT FORMATION RESOURCES

Resources can be found on our parish

website: www.stjoenash.org/grow-in-faith

If Nashua schools are closed or delayed due to snow/ice, daily Mass will be cancelled. Nashua school district closing/delay information can be found on the WMUR website at: www.wmur.com/weather/closings. Mass intentions will be rescheduled to a later date. The parish office will open once weather conditions improve. However, please call and check before visiting. Thank you!

Items that are low at the pantry:

Coffee, Spam, Canned Pineapple, Laundry Detergent, Pancake Syrup,

White Rice, Baked Beans, Canned Ham, Cooking Oil, Mustard, Cream

Soups and Brownie Mix

Thank you for your generous and continued support!

Thank you for joining with the EDGE Program in a special outreach project for the youth in Nashua who have aged out of the foster care system.

Requests as 11/12/24

The youth are urgently in need of gift cards to Market Basket, Target, Walmart and also personal care items, i.e., soap, shampoo, deodorant, etc. 

You may drop off your gift card donations at the parish office.

Thank you and God Bless!

To make a request you may call the parish office, place your Mass Intention in an envelope marked “Mass Request” and place it in the offertory basket or stop by the parish office during regular hours. The suggested donation is $10.00.

Read the latest communications from the parish.  To be added to our email distribution, click here.  

Diving into the beauty of the Faith has never been easier: at home, on the go, or from any internet connected device. Discover thousands of books, audio talks, movies, documentaries, and studies... there is something for every member of the family to help them grow closer to Christ and His Church.  Visit our FORMED page for more information.  Check out this week's recommendations from FORMED. 

For those of you interested in using “online giving”, please click on the Online Giving “button” which can be found in the top right corner or call Diane Mattock in the Finance Office for more details at 603-883-0757, ext. 8.

During difficult times, music can draw us closer to God and through his grace bring peace to our troubled hearts.  

• K-Love Christian radio is now in our area!  You can listen to uplifting contemporary Christian music by tuning to 107.3FM!

• Music For Your Soul!  Check out our website at:  https://www.stjoenash.org/music-for-the-soul

Please visit our Grow in Faith webpage to find many free resources to support prayer and engagement during these difficult days.  Also visit our Music for the Soul page for curated playlists.  

A valuable resource for the Liturgy of the Word for different age groups and families ~ please click here to go to Loyola Press Sunday Connection.

"God speaks to us in many ways, including through the Sunday Scripture readings. The Sunday Connection provides useful background and activities to better understand the upcoming Sunday's Scripture readings, helping you to connect the Scripture to daily life in a meaningful way.".

Have pictures of Parish activities you’d like to share? We’d LOVE to use them on the Parish Website and Facebook page to promote our lively community! Please send pictures to Melissa Spinella at melissaspinella@live.com. Thank you!

Please join us for Faith Formation, Fellowship and Food.

Saturday, February 22nd from 7:15 – 9:00 am in the Church Hall

The Men of St. Joseph is an association of Christian men across the United States, united under the Catholic Church, who meet on a regular basis to learn and pray together and encourage each other to be the spiritual leaders of their families. We know it is a struggle to balance being a husband, father, worker, coach, friend and spiritual leader. The Men of St. Joseph understand that with each other’s support and shared accountability, it becomes a little easier. Most importantly we know that if we surrender our day to day problems to God, we will be better husbands, fathers and friends. Through Christ, we will become the best version of ourselves.

We welcome all men to join us on this journey.

Please sign up at:

https://www.stjoenash.org/register-mosj

or email Deacon Doug Hoffer at: doughoffer@stjoenash.org