Holy Trinity Parish St. Matthew, St. Agnes and Our Lady of Grace Plymouth Office Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-3:30 PM 46 Langdon Street Plymouth, NH 03264 Phone: (603) 536-4700 Fax: (603) 536-4709 E-mail: holytrinitynh@gmail.com Website: www.holytrinityparishnh.org Facebook Page: Holy Trinity News and Info PARISH STAFF Pastor Rev. Leo A. LeBlanc Deacon Rev. Mr. Michael Guy Pastoral Minister David M. Gravel Parish Operations Sandra Hauser Director of Music Ministries Bristol Coordinator Bulletin Editor Christine Chiasson Phone: (603) 724-1825 holytrinitybristol@gmail.com ~ St. Matthew Church ~ 11 School Street, Plymouth 4:00 PM Saturday 7:30 & 11:30 AM Sunday 8:00 AM Monday Reconciliation: 3:00 PM Saturday or by appointment ~ St. Agnes Church ~ 19 Hill Avenue, Ashland 9:30 AM Sunday (Summer) Closed for the Winter ~ Our Lady of Grace Chapel ~ 2 West Shore Road, Bristol 8:00 AM (Summer) 9:30 AM Sunday North American Martyrs Oratory 17 West Shore Road, Bristol Mass 8:00 AM Thursday Eucharistic Adoration 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Holy Trinity Parish - Plymouth, Bristol, Ashland Saturday, January 19 4:00 PM St. Matthew Church Health of Bernice Blecha by the Piper Family Sunday, January 20 7:30 AM St. Matthew Church For all parishioners 9:30 AM Our Lady of Grace Chapel Peter Olesnevich by a friend Melissa Barrup by the family 11:30 AM St. Matthew Church Monday, January 21 8:00 AM St. Matthew Church Mass Nancy Corriveau by her husband, Gerry Tuesday, January 22 8:00 AM St. Matthew Church Service of the Word Wednesday January 23 NO SERVICES 5:00 PM North American Martyrs Oratory Rosary Thursday January 24 8:00 AM North American Martyrs Oratory Service of the Word Eucharistic Adoration North American Martyrs Oratory 9:00-6:00 PM Friday, January 25 NO SERVICES Saturday, January 26 4:00 PM St. Matthew Church For all parishioners Sunday, January 27 7:30 AM St. Matthew Church 9:30 AM Our Lady of Grace Chapel Raymond Casey by his wife, Terry 11:30 AM St. Matthew Church John Donnelly Jr. by Kathy Tardif Sunday, January 20 NO FAITH FORMATION CLASSES Monday, January 21 Women s Group: Plymouth: St. Matthew Meeting Room, 9:15 AM Wednesday, January 23 Bible Study: Plymouth: St. Matthew Meeting Room, 3:30 PM Thursday, January 24 Bible Study, Bristol: Marian Center, 9:00 AM Men s Group, Bristol: Marian Center, 10:30 AM Day Away Program, Bristol: Simard Hall, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Finance Meeting, Plymouth: St. Matthew Rectory, 3:00 PM Boy Scout Meeting, Ashland: St. Agnes Hall, 6:00 PM Friday, January 25 Service and Luncheon, Christian Unity Week Bristol: Our Lady of Grace Chapel & Simard Hall, 12:00-1:30PM Sunday, January 27 FAITH FORMATION, Ashland: St. Agnes Hall, 9:15 AM - 10:45 AM Bristol: Simard Hall, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Please remember in prayer the repose of the soul of: Elizabeth O Brien Mother of Pam Troiano Eternal rest, grant unto Her O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon Her May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in Peace. Amen. indicates Mass Intentions for deceased person(s). If you have scheduled an announced Mass and would like to bring up the Gifts at that Mass, please let one of the ushers know before Mass. The parish office will be closed on Monday, January 21st in observance of Civil Rights Day. Upcoming Second Collections January 20: Diocesan Seminarian Fund. February 3: Catholic School Education Fund February 17: Snow Removal General Offertory Weekend of January 13, 2019 Loose: $1662.52 Envelopes $3165.00 Second Collection: Fuel and Energy Loose: $718.65 Envelopes: $1096.89 Retired Priests: $10.00 Solemnity of Mary: $40.00 Retired Religious $10.00 Maintenance: $10.00 Thank you for your continued generosity.
Second Sunday in Ordinary Time Here we are in the bitter chill of winter. I applaud you for excellent attendance at Mass, especially in Plymouth where parking is definitely at a premium. The flu season has arrived. Because of this, we will take our usual precautions. The cup will not be offered until flu season is over. It is also advised to refrain from shaking hands during the Sign of Peace and finding an alternative way to greet one another in peace. Stay warm and healthy! Fr. Leo The Power To Change Water Into Wine Most of us would claim we lead very ordinary lives. We don t really stand out among our peers. We are average. This holds true with our giftedness. How many of us acknowledge that we are gifted in some way? When we are complimented we usually try to downplay the compliment. We say for example, it s nothing really, anyone could do it. Why are we so hesitant to admit to ourselves and others that yes, I do have a gift? This weekend s Gospel passage is of the wedding at Cana. Jesus turns water into wine. Jesus provides for the needs of the wedding guests, which allows them to continue their celebration. Jesus has the same power of transformation in our lives. He can transform what seems to be an ordinary gift into something quite extraordinary. All we have to do is acknowledge our gifts, pray for God s guidance, and put them into practice, and great and wonderful things can begin to happen. You may be saying to yourself: What can I do that is so great? How can I make a difference in the world? Perhaps you are forgetting about the friend you listened to for hours, as they shared with you a great burden or sadness in their life. To them your gift of listening may have had a more powerful effect than you realize. And what about the time you gave food or clothing to the poor, or money to a charity? You may have saved a life. Then there is, perhaps the greatest gift, the gift of faith. With faith we can help people see that their lives have greater meaning and purpose. With faith we can pray for those in need. Our faith can be a most powerful instrument of God s work. We may not be able to change water into wine, but through the giving of ourselves in service we can change tears into laughter and return to wholeness those who are broken. Are you simply an ordinary person with ordinary gifts? Not in God s plan. And not in the eyes of those whose lives you have Adorers Needed For Eucharistic Adoration on Thursdays at the Marian Center Eucharistic Adoration at North American Martyrs Oratory is every Thursday from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Adorers are needed from 10:00 to 11:00 AM and 1:00 to 2:00 PM. We are also in need of alternates. Please call Sandy at the office at 536-4700 if you would be willing to help. Question of the Week The miracle at the wedding feast in Cana is the first sign of Jesus' divine identity in the Gospel of John. We hear that after the disciples witnessed the water turn into wine, they "began to believe in him." Do you recall when you first started to believe in Jesus? ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Bishop Peter A. Libasci invites all couples celebrating an anniversary in 2019 of 10, 15, 20, 30, 35, 40, 45 or 55+ years, to attend the Spring Wedding Anniversary Mass. This celebration will be held on Sunday, March 3, 2019 at 2:00 p.m., at St. Joseph Cathedral, Manchester. To register, please contact your parish office by February 1, 2019. The parish office will gather and submit all necessary information. Once registration has been completed by the parish office, all registrants will receive an invitation to this special celebration. Couples celebrating anniversaries of 5, 25, or 50 years will be asked to register later for a fall celebration. To all other married couples, congratulations and we look forward to seeing you at this spring s Wedding Anniversary Mass! WEEKLY READINGS AND OBSERVANCES Readings for the week of January 20, 2019 Sunday: Is 62:1-5/Ps 96:1-2, 2-3, 7-8, 9-10 [3]/1 Cor 12:4-11/ Jn 2:1-11 Monday: Heb 5:1-10/Ps 110:1, 2, 3, 4 [4b]/Mk 2:18-22 Tuesday: Heb 6:10-20/Ps 111:1-2, 4-5, 9 and 10c [5]/Mk 2:23-28 Wednesday: Heb 7:1-3, 15-17/Ps 110:1, 2, 3, 4 [4b]/Mk 3:1-6 Thursday: Heb 7:25-8:6/Ps 40:7-8a, 8b-9, 10, 17 [8a and 9a]/ Mk 3:7-12 Friday: Acts 22:3-16 or Acts 9:1-22/Ps 117:1bc, 2 [Mk 16:15]/ Mk 16:15-18 Saturday: 2 Tm 1:1-8 or Ti 1:1-5/Ps 96:1-2a, 2b-3, 7-8a, 10 [3]/Mk 3:20-21 Next Sunday: Neh 8:2-4a, 5-6, 8-10/Ps 19:8, 9, 10, 15 [cf. Jn 6:63c]/1 Cor Newfound Area Churches Services for Christian Unity Week Noon Service & Lunch to follow January 21-25, 2019 Monday Bristol Baptist Tuesday New Hampton Community Church Wednesday Alexandria UCC Thursday Hebron UCC Friday Our Lady of Grace If Newfound school is canceled, NAC Service is canceled.
January 20, 2019 Why should I register with the parish? There are many reasons to register. Here are just a few. A sense of belonging and identity in a parish community. Provides the parish community with a way to welcome you. In times of joy and in times of struggle, it is comforting to have the support of a faith family. It is a commitment to practice your faith. Gives the parish a way to connect with you. In order to receive the Sacraments of Baptism, First Reconciliation, First Holy Communion, Confirmation, or to get married, you will need to be a registered member. For Faith Formation instruction and Sacramental preparation, the families of those attending must also be registered parishioners. Allows the parish to keep you informed on upcoming activities and for you to receive the Parable magazine.which keeps you up to date with Diocesan information. Please stop by the parish office to pick up a registration form Registration forms can also be found in the rear of each church. Did you know? The Diocese of Manchester requires all adults who regularly work with children and youth in our parishes, schools, and camps to complete background checks. Recently, we began renewing these background checks every 4 years. This is just one of the efforts undertaken by our diocese to protect children! For more information about child safety in the Diocese of Manchester, visit www.catholicnh.org/safety Additional pictures of the center and other events can be found on our Facebook page: HOLY TRINITY NEWS AND INFO! Like the page for updates! Cornerstone Women s Retreat Friday, May 3 to Sunday, May 5, 2019 Silver Fox Inn in Waterville Valley This year s theme is: Seeking Paths to Holiness While each of us is on our own personal faith journey, our destination is the same. Our Lord Jesus Christ has tasked us all with living holy lives, to serve others and to be the face of Jesus to those around us. There are pamphlets at the back of church with more details. All women are welcome. CPR Course on Sunday, January 27th There will be a CPR certification course offered at the Marian Center on Sunday, January 27th from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The course will be taught by Captain George Clayman of the Bristol Fire Dept. The course is $25.00 and there will be refreshments. If you would like to attend, please call Chris Chiasson at (603) 724-1825 or email at holytrinitybristol@gmail.com. Homebound Ministry If you or someone you know is homebound and would like to receive a communion visit, please call the Plymouth office at 536-4700 and talk with Deacon Mike. Day Away Program Day Away is a social program for adults with early stages of Alzheimer s or related Dementia. This program provides their caregivers a much-needed respite and relief from constant care and responsibility every Thursday 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. For the participant, activities include games, crafts, bingo, local entertainment etc. Volunteers are needed from 8:30 am - 12:00 pm or 11:30 am -3:00 pm. Contact Sandra Coleman RN, BSN by email sjrhett@roadrunner.com, or call at 603-536-6304 for more information. 2018 Contribution Letters Contribution Letters are now available for envelope users, online givers and Capital Campaign contributors. Please email Chris at holytrinitybristol@gmail.com or call her at 603-724-1825 to request a letter. Parking at St. Matthew Church The construction gates around the church will stay closed throughout the winter. The two university lots on the corners of High St. are available for your use. We ask that you please leave the street parking and the lot across from the church for our elderly and handicapped parishioners who have trouble walking. Thank you for your cooperation.
What s That New Building in Plymouth? The Holy Trinity Parish Christian Life Center If you are new to the parish, or visiting, perhaps you might be wondering what the new building is beside St. Matthew Church. We are building a place for Catholic growth of faith in the heart of central New Hampshire, the Holy Trinity Parish Christian Life Center! Here s what the center will provide. We ll all have easy access to restrooms, meeting spaces, and parish offices. We ll find the church open on weekdays to use for personal prayer outside of Mass. We'll have a dedicated, sacred space to celebrate Reconciliation. We'll meet in open, sunny spaces that we can quickly arrange to accommodate small and large gatherings. We'll have a new, spacious kitchen for preparing meals and serving bereavements, luncheons and receptions. If you would like to contribute or learn more information about this project, please ask Deacon Mike. The building sketches can be found in the back of the church. Campaign envelopes are in the pews, or in the back of church.