Welcome to the Catholic community of SAINT MARK THE EVANGELIST A Catholic Community of Caring Since 1981 Serving Londonderry, Hudson & Windham - New Hampshire Deacon Lee Abbott Deacon Bob Turner Cathy Kinnon Dianne Osborn Susan Joncas Richard Dussault Brandon Sargent Church & Parish Center - 603-432-8711 One South Road, Londonderry, NH 03053 WEEKEND MASSES: Saturday Sunday Fr Mike Zgonc Pastoral Associate Deacon Religious Education Director Parish Secretary Business Manager Custodian Y outh Minister Daily Mass: Monday thru Thursday Holy Days as announced in the parish bulletin 5:00 pm 8:00 am 10:30 am 9:00 am As sharers of the one baptism & the one Spirit of the Risen Christ, we have come together as the Parish Community of St. Mark the Evangelist to proclaim our identity as the People of God. The Eucharist is the center of our life and work together. Through the one bread, we become the one body of Christ, a living sacrifice of praise. In our worship of God, the Author of life and holiness, we proclaim our hope in the life of Christ s Resurrection; we open our hearts and minds to the Spirit of God dwelling in our midst. In our work together, we seek - to enable our children to grow in the wisdom and knowledge of God; - to accompany our young sons and daughters on their journeys of discovery toward adulthood; - to deepen our faith commitment through prayer & study; - to be present to one another in the joys and sufferings, the victories and struggles of life; - to give witness to the Gospel of justice and compassion to our hurting world. We welcome to our parish family all who share our Catholic faith & traditions & our search for God in all things. -Parish Mission Statement Contact Information: Parish Office... (603) 432-8711 Religious Education Office.. (603) 434-5711 FAX... (603) 434-6748 Parish Email... stmarkevan@comcast.net Web page... saintmarkevangelist.com Office Hours Monday-Thursday...Summer Hours 9am - 2pm Parish Staff Email Addresses: Fr Mike frmike.stmarks@comcast.net Deacon Lee leestmark@comcast.net Deacon Bob turnerjhn76@aol.com Cathy Kinnon (Religious Education Office) cathystmark@comcast.net Brandon Sargent (Youth Ministry Office) Brandon.stmarks@comcast.net PARISH MINISTRIES Pastoral Council.Jean Desrosiers Finance Council... Kevin Cronin Music Allan Fernald... 434-9101 Community Affairs Dianne Zdankiewicz... 434-7991 Knights of Columbus Robert McGuirk... 203-9384 RCIA Rebeccah Nasbaum... 432-8711 Men of St. Joseph William Donroe... 432-6066 Safe Environment Coordinator Susan Joncas... 432-8711 Social Services Al-Anon... Saturdays, 9:30-11am Birthright... 434-3000 N.H. Catholic Charities, Windham. 893-1971 LITURGICAL LIFE Sacrament of Baptism Parents are asked to participate in the baptismal catechesis program prior to their child s baptism. Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday 3:30-4:30pm or by appointment Sacrament of Marriage Couples should contact the parish office at least six months in advance and before making any other wedding arrangements. Sacrament of the Sick Please call us to request the Sacrament of the Sick or to receive communion in the home. Eucharist Adoration Tuesdays... 6:00am-11pm First Fridays... 8pm-12am Prayer Line... 429-1211 Public Rosary... Sunday 7:30am... Mon-Thurs. 8:30am
St Mark the Evangelist Londonderry Deacon s Pencil.. Faithful Commitment All of today s scripture readings are concerned with the Personal Costs that faithfulness to God can bring. In our first reading, the prophet Jeremiah s life is jeopardized because of his unpopular warning to King Zedekiah that Jerusalem would soon be conquered by the Babylonians. Jeremiah continues this proclamation despite grave personal risk to himself. In our second from the Letter to the Hebrews, the anonymous author asks his readers to remember how Jesus remained faithful to his mission, even though it would lead to the cross. Jesus followers should do the same. Today s Gospel reading comments on the discord that the preaching of Jesus brings. Jesus reveals that his coming will result in conflict, even between family members. He demands a response, and many groups are torn apart when some choose to follow him and incur suffering in his name, while others refuse to do so. There is no middle ground with Jesus; you are either with him or against him. We need only look at places in our world where families are pitted against each other. We are called to declare our loyalty to Christ and make our commitment to him. This might involve cutting off some relationships, possibly in our own family. Are we willing to take such risks? How seriously do we take our commitment to Jesus? Today, we need to recognize that God does not guarantee that his servants, even ones of stature like Jeremiah and Jesus, will escape persecution, even when they are faithful. But God does promise us, as he promised them, that he will be with us and will give us the strength to endure. God Bless, Dc. Lee #944
Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time August 14, 2016 RCIA process starting soon! As some of you may know we are starting up the RCIA process this coming fall, we have a wonderful team that is eager to get started! I am reaching out to you all seeing if there is anyone who might be interested in the program. It is for people who are looking to enter into full communion with the Catholic Church. No strings attached with contacting me, no contracts to sign, and no pressure, even if you just have questions about the program or about the Catholic Church I'd love to hear from you! So, if you or someone you know is interested please feel free to either email me at stmarkevan@comcast.net or call 603-432-8711. Thank you! You are all in my prayers. - Beccah Nusbaum Please Join us Monday for Special Masses Please join us Monday, August 15, 2016 for the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Most Blessed Virgin Mary. The Bishop is requesting that the faithful plan to attend Mass on Monday, August 15, to pray for the world, and for the many victims of world violence. Although it is not a Holy Day of Obligation, the Bishop asks that we still make an attempt to attend. We at St Mark will have Mass at 9 AM and 7 PM on that day. The rosary will also be recited before both of the Masses. New Marriage Ministry Forming! Join us for our kick-off event! St. Mark s Marriage Ministry will be hosting a spaghetti dinner for married or engaged couples at 6PM on Saturday, September 17th in the church hall. Tickets will be on sale for $25 per couple after Masses on Sep. 3rd and 4th and Sep 10th and 11th. This is going to be a tremendous ministry for our parish! See you there! STAY TUNED! Creation Care Team! This fall St. Mark s will form a Creation Care Team. The team will sponsor projects to reduce our parish s impact on the environment, help parishioners learn more about caring for God s creation, and advocate, along with others, to promote and respect all life. Watch for more details in the coming months. Mass Requests We are now booking Mass requests for your loved ones either deceased or living, for weekday Masses beginning September 28th of 2016 and both weekend and daily Masses in 2017. Just give us a call at 603 432-8711 or stop by the parish office. The usual donation is $10.00 a Mass. Preschool Playgroup St. Mark's Titus 2 Women's Ministry is looking to see if there is interest in forming a playgroup / support group for Moms and their preschoolers (newborn and up). If you would be interested in participating in such a group please send an email to Susanne at Live4Him@myfairpoint.net. Grace Within-New Ministry for Women Registration will be held after Masses on August 20-21; space is limited. Contact Diane Carter at 434-4762 or dhcarter13@gmail.com or see bulletin insert for further details. Please pray that this ministry will blossom and strengthen our community. Vocations Reverend Jason Y. Jalbert, Director of the Office of Vocations for the Diocese of Manchester, said, Our Church needs committed men and women who believe that their call to single, married, ordained or consecrated life is from God, and we stand ready to support and encourage each response of vocation. I encourage any young man or woman who has questions about his or her own vocation to speak to their parish priest, since he can give some helpful advice. The year of 2016 marks the 53rd Anniversary of the World Day of Prayer for Vocations. For more information about the World Day of Prayer for Vocations, the Year of Consecrated Life, or about your own vocation, please visit: www.catholicnh.org/vocations. #944
The Week s Events... Sun Aug 14 7:30 am Rosary (Church) Mon Aug 15 8:20 am Rosary and Chaplet (Chapel) Tue Aug 16 6:00 am-11:00 pm Eucharistic Adoration 8:20 am Rosary and Chaplet (Chapel) Wed Aug 17 8:20 am Rosary and Chaplet (Chapel) 7:15 pm Momnipotent (Youth Rm) Thurs Aug 18 6:00 am Men s Prayer Group (Kitchen) Sat Aug 20 7:00 am Men of St. Joseph (Church/ Hall) 9:30 am Al-Anon Meeting (Rm. 209) 3:30 pm Reconciliation (Church) Readings for Week of August 14, 2016 Monday: Vigil: 1 Chr 15:3-4, 15-16; 16:1-2; Ps 132:6-7 9-10, 13-14; 1 Cor 15:54b-57; Lk 11:27-28 Day: Rv 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab; Ps 45: 10-12, 16; 1 Cor 15:20-27; Lk 1:39-56 Tuesday: Ez 28:1-10; Dt 32:26-28, 30, 35cd-36ab; Mt 19:23-30 Wednesday: Ez 34:1-11; Ps 23:1-6; Mt 20:1-16 Thursday: Ez 36:23-28; Ps 51:12-15, 18-19; Friday: Ez 37:1-14; Ps 107:2-9; Mt 22:34-40 Saturday: Ez 43:1-7a; Ps 85:9ab, 10-14; Mt 23:1-12 Sunday: Is 66:18-21; Ps 117:1, 2; Heb 12:5-7, 11-13; Lk 13:22-30 Men of St. Joseph News Calling all Men. If you re looking for a great way to start your weekend, here s the answer. It starts early, 7:00am. It s hard hitting, like going to the gym. It s breakfast and a cup of coffee you didn t have to make. It s fellowship with guys who support and challenge each other to stand up for their family, church, and community. It s where men of all ages, occupations, and family situations come together in Christian fellowship. Most important, it s a group of guys you can stand shoulder to shoulder with to take on the challenges of being a 21 st century Catholic man. There are no sign-ups, no projects, no dues. Just show up at 7:00am next Saturday morning, August 20, for fellowship, food, and prayer. We guarantee to have you headed out by 9:00am sharp so you can get to your weekend projects. Come and check us out - you won t be disappointed. For information about the Men of St. Joseph call Bill Donroe at 432-6066. Religious Education 9th and 10th grade Confirmation students are reminded that all requirements are now overdue. 10th grade Confirmation students who have completed all their requirements will be contacted for your Confirmation interview. School Year Religious Ed registrations are due by August 15th. In Loving Memory Please pray for Pat Trongo, husband of Connie Trongo and Alice Chretien Auclair, mother of Sr. Louise Auclair, CSC and Sr. Therese Auclair, CSC. In lieu of flowers for Alice Auclair, memorial contributions may be made to the Sisters of Holy Cross Development Office, 377 Island Pond Rd., Manchester, NH 03109. May God grant them eternal rest and may our prayers and support be a source of comfort and healing for their grieving friends and family. Keep in Touch The Sisters of Holy Cross have relocated to: Sr. Therese Auclair 113 Wedgewood Lane 03109 Sr. Elaine Theoret Sr. Joann Apicelli 136 Lynwood Lane 03109 Sr. Sally Ann Howe Sr. Louise Auclair Unit 107 870 Haywood St. 03103 The Catholic Charities Appeal Giving to Catholic Charities improves our community, strengthens families and moves lives forward.. Through you, people find the way to self-sufficiency, independence and a new life. Latest Update for St. Mark: Cash $33,483.82 Pledge Balance 8,402.50 YTD Total $41,886.32 Difference from Goal -26,113.68 Thank you for supporting Catholic Charities New Hampshire.
Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time August 14, 2016 Weekly Mass Intentions Aug 13-21 Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time Sat. 5:00 P.M. Russell Kelley by the Kelley family Sun. 8:00 A.M. For the Parishioners and Benefactors of St. Mark s 10:30 A.M Vernon Ouellette by his wife, Andrea Daily Mass Mon. 9:00 A.M. Louise C. Gendron by Armand & Stella Truchon 7:00 P.M. Victims of violent acts in solidarity of faith for reparation for the sins that have brought us to this deteriorating condition of war & civil unrest Tues. 9:00 A.M. Joan Bompastore by her loving family Wed. 9:00 A.M. Yvette Latulippe by Norm & Diane Ducas Thurs. 9:00 A.M. Bill Predham by Rich & Cathy Kinnon Sat. Sun. Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time 5:00 P.M. Elias Wezowicz by Colin & Dorothy Gorman 8:00 A.M. For the Parishioners and Benefactors of St. Mark s 10:30 A.M. Vernon Ouellette by the Duyon Family Sacrificial Giving Aug 6-7 Operating Funds Offertory Envelopes (includes Loose Checks) $ 6,287.00 Loose Cash $ 584.00 # of Offertory Envelopes - 180 ElectronicGiving - 5 donors $ 140.00 ParishPay - $ - Flowers $ - Fuel $ - Social $ 33.00 Youth $ - Mass Donations $ 385.00 Other (funeral/wedding) $ - TOTAL $ 7,429.00 Minimum amount needed weekly to meet operating expenses: $8,000. Designated Funds Capital Development $ 587.00 Charitable Fund $ 250.00 Poor Box $ 15.00 Parish to Parish $ - NH Missionaries $ - TOTAL $ 852.00 Grand Total $ 8,281.00 THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY PARISH PAY: To sign up for this option Log on to: www.churchgiving.com/ StMarktheEvangelist03053 instructions. Special Collection The NH Missionaries and Migrant & Refugee Ministry in New Hampshire, will be next Sunday, August 20th & 21st. It helps support The Good Samaritan Home in Colombia, r un by Clair e Aucoin. In addition, a portion of this collection supports the diocesan ministries to migrants and refugees throughout the state of New Hampshire. You may use the special envelope in your packet or place your free will contribution in the collection basket located on the table in the church foyer after Mass next weekend. Thank you for your continued generosity! Registration ends August 13, 2016 Anniversary Celebration... Bishop Peter A. Libasci invites all couples who are celebrating their 25 th, 30 th, 35 th, 40 th, 45 th, 50 th or beyond Wedding Anniversary (anytime during the year 2016), to attend a Special Anniversary Mass. This celebration will be held on October 16, 2016 at 2:00 p.m., at Saint Anselm Abbey Church, Manchester. If you are celebrating your 25 th, 30 th, 35 th, 40 th, 45 th, 50 th or beyond anniversary, please contact the parish office at 432-8711 or by email: stmarkevan@comcast.net by August 13, 2016. Don t miss out...please leave your last name, first names and mailing address. Please also indicate your special anniversary year. #944