God has given each of us a mission “to ‘go into all the world and proclaim the good news to the whole creation’ (Mk 16:15)” (Evangelii Gaudium, no. 181). Our relationship with God leads to the desire to build a world focused upon dignity, respect, justice, and peace. We are called to pursue the common good and make choices in political life based not on what will be most advantageous to us personally, but rather what is in the best interest of society as a whole. And when we think about society as a whole, we pay    special attention to those who are in most need of our compassion and help.
For more information about casting your vote,   visit the website of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Manchester:  www.catholicnh.org

During the first week of October, there were many important and necessary updates to the church building.  John Misci, of Artglass by Misci, began the installation of the restored stained-glass windows in the nave and narthex.  The beauty of the work done thus far is apparent, but the continuing reconstruction of the walls and supports is a labor-intensive process.  John MacDonald, of MacDonald Property Management, replaced the rotors and fans in the church’s mini-splits that provide heat and air-conditioning; thankfully, he donated his time and labor on the project.  Dan, of New Hampshire Elevator, replaced control panels in the church elevator doors to keep them from jamming open or shut; good timing, since the State of NH Department of Labor will be coming soon for our annual elevator inspection and the requisite coordination of the emergency alarm systems.  Jonathan Adams, of J S Adams Locksmithing, continues his work of ensuring the security of the church building.  Thank you to these and all our vendors for their invaluable help and generosity!

Fr John Mahoney

     The Parish Outreach Committee has joined forces with the Knights of Columbus in a letter-writing          campaign, “Write Now”, reminding New Hampshire voters about their civic duty to vote, and to recommend they vote in light of “biblical values.”  The Committee is very much involved all year long with pro-life measures that range from  supporting pregnancy centers to      supporting disadvantaged youth, and from acknowledging the service of veterans to helping the dying and the grieving.  The pro-life initiative is an all-encompassing movement of those who follow the message of the    Gospel.