St. Paul's Church, Candia, NH

June 6, 2010
Feast of the Body & Blood Of Christ

Weekend Mass Intentions

Sunday, June 6
9:30 AM For Charles Reagan By the Brinson family

Sunday, June 13
9:30 AM For William Luquette By his wife Sue & family

Parish News and Notes

Parish office hours
Our parish office is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM. The Pastoral Associate is in most afternoons until 4:00 PM. If you need to come in the PM please give us a call to make sure someone is here. Messages can always be left on the answering machine.

Update on Parish Income

Weekend of May 30, 2010

Envelopes   $ 557
Loose          203
Total       760

       Last weekend envelope users contributed 72% of our income.

(Amount tithed for the poor and needy last week: $45.60)
Thank You so much for your Generosity.

Prayer for Priests

Most gracious and loving Father,
Christ We thank you for our faithful priests whose spiritual fatherhood and example of fidelity, self-sacrifice, and devotion is so vital to the faith of your people. May they be guided by the examples of Saints Peter and Paul and all the apostles. Give them valiant faith in the face of confusion and conflict, hope in time of trouble and sorrow, and steadfast love for you, for their families, and for all your people throughout the world. May the light of your Truth shine through their lives and their good works. Assist all priests, that through your Grace they may steadily grow in holiness and in knowledge and understanding of your Truth. May they generously share their knowledge with those who rely on them. We ask this through our Lord. Amen

From the Pastor:
     Here is the likely calendar for the next few weeks with regards to the Unification of St. paul Parish, Candia with St. Peter Parish, Auburn.
    Tuesday, May 25 – As of that date the entire package for Due Diligence was ready: summary and inspection of both parish properties, review of all parish accounts and organizations, review of all stipulations and contracts, written summary of the financial condition of both parishes, written summary of the condition of the parish buildings and property, complete inventory of the belonging of both parishes. These reports were completed with the help of the parish secretaries, bookkeepers, Ms. Lorette Nault and your pastor, outside contractors, diocesan officials, and others. The Finance Report of each parish was reviewed and signed by the pastor and the Chair of each Finance Council
    Wednesday, June 2 – The Diocesan Finance Council met and the Unification of the two parishes was on the agenda, the members of the Council having examined the full Due Diligence Report. Church Law requires that Bishop McCormack consult with the Diocesan Finance Council before making his final decision
    Monday, June 7 – the final step before the Bishop makes his decision in this matter is to consult the Diocesan Presbyteral council, among whom sit the College of Consultors. After the Bishop hears the comments of this group he will make his decision.
    June ??? The Bishop makes his decision, and, if in the affirmative, he will then issue a Decree of Unification which will be read at all Masses in both parishes and posted. The period of recourse then opens when parishioners may request that the Bishp reconsider his decision. This request to the Bishop must be made in writing within 10 days of the Decree. The Bishop will then have 10 days in which to respond. If the Bishop does not reconsider his request, any parishioner may make an appeal to Rome, in which case the parishioner would have to retain the services of a Canon Lawyer. This appeal must by made within 7 days of the Bishop’s response to the first appeal.
    June 27 – Probable date of the Unification of St. Paul Parish, Candia into St. Peter Parish, Auburn. The last regularly scheduled Mass at St. Paul will be celebrated on Sunday morning, June 27, 2010 at 9:30 am
    Weekend of July 3 and 4, 2010 –
New Mass schedule at St. Peter, Auburn.
Saturday – 4 pm. Sunday – 8 and 10:30 am
    If you have any questions please speak to Lorette Nault or to me. Please keep our two parishes in your prayers.

Question of the Week
Feast of the Body & Blood of Christ
Theme: (The Bread and cup of Life)
Reading: Genesis 14: 18-20 (Melchizedek)
Reading II: Corinthians 11: 23-26 (Do This in Remembrance of Me)
Gospel: Luke 9: 11- 17 (The Loaves and Fishes)

Question for Adults: Are there particular moments when the Eucharist truly becomes the life giving sustenance of your life? Of all the religious denominations, Christian or otherwise, we are the only ones who truly believe in the living presence of Christ among us. This is our faith, this is our practice. Christ is the center of our life, i.e., if we truly believe in him. Faith on any level is a pure gift from God. If we find ourselves weak in faith we should not feel ashamed to ask for a stronger dose of Faith. Only faith will get us through life’s difficult storms. Believing that Christ is actually present in our lives can make all the difference in the world.

Community News

Called to Serve
    Would you like to learn more about your faith? Are you a volunteer at your parish? Would you like to be certified as a catechist? Would you like to gain leadership skills in order to help your parish or Catholic school? Would you benefit from learning in greater depth what the Church teaches? If you answered yes to any of the above questions, then Called to Discipleship is for you!
       Called to Discipleship is composed of the sixteen hour Core Course, Skills Formation Day and Retreat Day. It is not necessary to participate in all three components of the program unless you want Diocesan Basic Catechist Certification. Many people who take the Core Course are simply parishioners who want to learn more about their faith. Called to Discipleship is offered in three deaneries each year. For your convenience, the Core Course; An Introduction to Theology is offered online through the University of Notre Dame STEP Program. For more info go to: http://www.laycentre.org/programs.html.

Altar Server Training
    Would you like to be an altar server at St. Peter Church? Anyone in grade 3 and up, who has received their First Communion, is invited to an Altar Server Training on Saturday, June 12, at 9:00 am, here at St. Peter Church. Anyone from St. Paul Parish who will be registering at St. Peter’s is invited to this training, if you would like to serve here. ALSO, if you are presently an altar server at St. Peter’s and would like a “refresher course”, please be in church at 9 am on the 12th. Any questions, call Jake Linxweiler (Office – 669-5134/ home 483-5571) or e-mail stpetercf@comcast.net, and Mr. Linxweiler will get back to you.

NH Catholic Charities 2010 Appeal The NH Catholic Charities 2010 Appeal is underway and your help is needed more than ever. While the news about the economy is getting better, many people in our state are still suffering from job losses, family problems, hunger, and depression. NH Catholic Charities has heard the call and has responded; we pray that you will, in turn, support us in this mission with our thoughtful and generous donation.

Holy Cross Early Childhood Center
Holy Cross Early Childhood Center has provided preschool to NH children for more than fifty years. We now offer full day early childhood programs in addition to our half day preschool programs. Our teachers are certified Early Childhood or Elementary teachers. Our kindergarten and preschool programs are developmentally appropriate and follow NH Early Learning Guidelines from the State Department of Education. We are offering a summer program for children four years of age through six and a half. If you are looking for a small, values driven early childhood setting while you work this summer, give us a call at 603-668-0510! Or if you are a working family looking for Quality early Learning Programs for your child as well as full time Childcare, Holy Cross might be the place for you!

A Catholic Charities Client says “Thank You”
Thanks to your support, NH Catholic Charities is here to help people in need. This letter recently came in from a client: “When we became aware we did not have fuel, my brother and I asked our Lord Jesus to provide the oil / our need as His word declares ‘But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus’ Philippians 4:19. We were given your phone number and my brother called. You were the channel from which our need was met. Thank you!”

A Look at Upcoming Events

Natural Family Planning Class
    Natural family Planning classes are for both husband and wife. These classes teach not only method of NFP, but also the theology behind it, including John Paul’s Theology of the Body. Often one spouse or another is confused as to why the church teaches what. This course truly helps couples understand the “WHY behind the method” and in the process they learn of the beauty and dignity of their married vocation . The process is also is know to enhance communication, it is healthy for a woman’s body, and safe for the environment.
    Discover a natural way to postpone or achieve a pregnancy. In the NFP classes, couples will learn how to interpret a woman’s fertility. If is healthy for your body, safe for the environment and over 99% effective. This is also an excellent class for the engaged. Classes to begin on June 11th at St. Thomas in Derry. You can register online at www.ccl.org

St. Raphael Pastor’s Class
    Please join us for the spring session on Tuesdays, May 25, June 1, 8, and 15 in the parish hall classroom, found at St. Raphael Parish, 103 Walker St. Manchester. Father Jerome Day, O.S.B., as well as several guest speakers from St. Anselm College will lead a discussion into the meaning and theology of the priesthood, as we conclude the Year of the Priest. The first class on May 25 will focus on the topic “The Sacrament of Holy Orders and the Triple Priesthood of Christ” Please call the parish office to register at 623-2604.

Thinking About Remarriage
    The Thinking About Remarriage Workshop Day provides an enrichment opportunity for couples when one or both have been previously married. The program serves couples who are just thinking about remarriage and engaged couples who plan to remarry. Visit www.catholicnh.org/marriage for details or call the Office of matrimony 669-3100, ext. 172

CURRENT PRAYER REQUESTS

Please remember the following people and intentions in your daily prayers:

Our sick parishioners and friends…

Please pray for the following people: Josephine Stout,
Cecile Gendron, Kimberly Mirolo, Rita Sullivan, Kathy Gauthier, Ethel Thomas, Jean Swindler, Roger Plante, Joseph Gesel, Jacob Desrocher, Cindy Huard, Deborah McGovern, Gordon Gladden and Carol Sheperd.

For peace in the world, especially in the Middle East…
For those serving in the armed forces...
For families experiencing stress due to financial, emotional or relational problems
For our sister parish in Haiti...
For vocations to full-time ministry, especially the priesthood, the deaconate, religious life lay ministry...

If you would like to add a person or intention, please let us know. If people on the sick list are no longer in need of prayers, please let us know.