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Parish Bulletins
February 5, 2012
Final Calendar 2011-12 Religious Education Calendar
Our Vision for the Future
Father Bob's Introduction
St Jude Parish Study: Narrative and Estimate
St Jude Parish Study: Plans and Drawings
Information about Department of Health and Human Services Rule
HHS Mandate an Attack on Religious Liberty and Conscience Rights
Support Respect for Rights of Conscience Act
On January 20, 2012, the Obama administration announced it would make no changes to a rule proposed last summer by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) that presents an attack on religious liberty and our right to be free to live by our religious beliefs.
The HHS rule in question requires that virtually all private health plans include coverage of female sterilization procedures, contraceptives and abortifacients as “preventive services,” regardless of whether or not the insurer, employer or insured individual has a moral objection to such drugs and procedures. The rule includes a requirement – unprecedented at the federal level – that to qualify for a “religious employer” exemption, the party in question must hire and serve primarily people of its own faith. As our Catholic charitable organizations, schools, and hospitals serve all people regardless of their faith, the rule would apply and would require that we either stop hiring and serving non-Catholics or violate our own religious beliefs by providing insurance coverage for medications and procedures we believe are immoral.
For further information about the HHS rule, visit www.usccb.org.
ACTION:
Support the Respect for Rights of Conscience Act (H.R. 1179, S. 1467). This Act would ensure that those who participate in the health care system “retain the right to provide, purchase, or enroll in health coverage that is consistent with their religious beliefs and moral convictions.” To write to your representatives in Congress, visit: http://www.nchla.org/ and click on “Action Alert.”
HHS Backgrounder 12017C
HHS Q A 12017D
Letter from Bishop Libasci to faithful 01.27.12
Announcements and Special Events
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament every Wednesday from 8:30 am until 1:00 pm. There is no Thursday and Friday morning Mass. Weekend Masses are:
Saturday @ 4:00, Sunday @ 8:00, 10:00 and 12 noon. Confessions are Saturday 3:30 - 3:45 and by appointment.
NOT ON MY WATCH – REQUIRED TRAINING
All parish staff and volunteers who work with minors who completed their initial Protecting God’s Children training on or prior to January 1, 2009 are required to complete the on line training program “Not On My Watch” on or before February 28, 2012 and to submit the Certificate of Completion to the Parish Office upon completion of the training program. Instructions: (1) Go to: www.nhchildsafety.org <http://www.nhchildsafety.org> , (2) Clock on “Register Here”, (3) Enter registration code: child safety, (4) Click on “Next” and complete the registration information, (5) Turn off your popup blocker. Complete the online training (Approximately 1 – 1 ½ hours) Training must be complete before February 28, 2012. Fr. Bob
Concert to Benefit The Rosemarie Cox Scholarship Award
About nine years ago the Knights of Columbus Council at St. Mark's (Londonderry), set up a scholarship fund. The Rosemarie Cox Scholarship Award was named after the daughter of the Council's former Grand Knight, Tom Cox. She died in a car accident in May of 2003. She was a wonderful young lady who was very active in our church ministries, including music. In June of each year, our Council gives out at least one scholarship for $500 to a high school senior, and if finances allow, additional awards. In years when we have a major fundraising event, like this concert, we expect to award at least two seniors, one from St. Mark's and another for a student in our local community outside of St. Mark's. We did just that two years ago when we had a successful concert at the Stockbridge with Brian Templeton and his band.
Our main act this year, is Frederico Cardella, a rising star in the adult contemporary and classical pop music arena. Think of Andrea Bocelli, and you get a feel for his type of music. He will sing some Sacred Hymns as well as a number of contemporary pieces. Don't be surprised by a blues duo with a special guest! Frederico is currently working with Grammy Award winning producer and composer Rudy Perez and will have a new CD out around the time of our concert. There is also some discussion on a possible PBS concert special later this year, filmed in Italy. Joining Fred will be an ecumenical choir as well as a few other local talented performers. The renowned Londonderry High School Drumline will give the opening performance! A special silent auction will be run by the Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains. The majority of the funds raised by the auction will benefit their Girl Scouts Beyond Bars prison ministry. Frederico will be working hard that weekend, as he will appear at two Masses over that weekend, one at Ste. Marie's in Manchester, and one at St. Jude's. Then he will end the weekend of ministry by giving a concert at the Rockingham Jail in Brentwood.
Ticket prices for the March 23rd concert at the Stockbridge Theatre in Derry will be $17.50 for adults and $12.50 for students and seniors. Go to www.stockbridgetheatre.com to purchase your tickets or call 603-437-5210. You may also find additional information and downloads at www.kofconcert.org.
One Body of Hope - St. Jude Update
All I can say is WOW!!!! Our One Body of Hope team raised over $4,000.00 for the American Cancer Society's Relay For Life! Many thanks to our generous donors and our stalwart (and soggy) team members for all the support and fun. Special thanks to our creative team of Vicky and Adela Thickins and Trish Woodward - their campsite birthday cake won FIRST PLACE!!!! And a special shout-out to our youth participants. What an amazing group of motivated and mature kids; we should all be very proud of their efforts and their generosity of spirit.
Greater Derry and Londonderry Relay for Life numbers as of 11:30 a.m. June 25: 80 teams, over 880 participants, over 770 luminarias lined the track, and over $177,000 was raised with money still coming in. The books don't close until the end of August for the 2011 Relay, so please visit our One Body of Hope Team Web Site if you would like to donate.
And since it's never to early to start planning your duct tape cake or costume ...
One Body of Hope - St. Jude
June 22-23, 2012
Are you looking for a fun and exciting way to make a difference in your community? Do you like to walk? How about camping out for a cause? Then please consider joining One Body of Hope - St. Jude! Co-Team Captains Trish Woodward and Bonnie Roberts are looking for Team Walkers, Team Rockers and Team Supporters for the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life. We invite you to visit www.onebodyofhope.com or give Bonnie a call at (603) 426-5438 to get the information today!
Bulletin Sponsors
The businesses listed below are those who advertise on the back of our printed parish bulletin.
For advertisement information, contact John Patrick Publishing Company, Inc. at (800) 333-3166 or find them on the Web at www.jppc.net..
Ahern, Nichols, Ahern & Hersey
Family & Preventative Dentistry
30 Pinkerton Street, Derry
432-5039
Allstate Insurance
Linda Nutter Krantz, CLU
3 Orchard View Drive, Londonderry, NH
(603) 437-6800
Amedisys Hospice Services
1E Commons Drive, Suite 33, Londonderry, NH
(603) 421-0414
www.amedisys.com
Ataboys Auto Service
Complete Auto Service and Repair
347 Rockingham Road, Londonderry, NH
(603) 552-3527
Auburn Pitts
Horses/Entertainment Center
167 Rockingham Road, Auburn, NH
(603) 622-6564
Avandi's Family Restaurant
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 6 days a week
434-3093
Benjamin Franklin The Punctual Plumber
(603) 437-7039
www.BenFranklinPlumbing.com
Bruce's Pest Control
Londonderry: (603) 432-4096
Manchester: (603) 622-3966
Christian Cheveux Salon
3 Reo Lane, Londonderry, NH
(603) 216-1039
C.M.P. Plumbing & Heating, LLC
26 Judy Drive, Londonderry, NH
(888) 998-9966
www.cmpplumbing.net
DeFrancesco's
SNH Quality Roofing & General Contracting LLC
(603) 231-3155
www.snhqualityroofing.com
The Drinkery
Beer, Wine & Goodies
2 Young Road, Londonderry, NH
(603) 434-1012
DS&S Sunoco Full Service Auto Repair
Derry/Londonderry Line on Route 102 near Exit 4
(603) 437-6530
Duane's Electrical Services
Master Electrician
24-Hour Emergency Service
(603) 300-9019
Dunkin' Donuts
1 Mohawk Drive, Londonderry
Eaglehead Remodeling
Kitchens, Bathrooms, Additions, Decks, Closet Organizers, Custom Cabinets
(603) 432-0044
EmbroidMe
44 Nashua Road, Unit 11
Londonderry, NH 03053
(603) 965-0158
www.embroidme-londonderry.com
Emerald Isle Auto Sales
Roger O'Sullivan
214 Rockingham Road, Londonderry, NH
Cell: (603) 548-3165
www.emeraldislecars.com
EnviroSense
1F Commons Drive, Suite 34
Londonderry, NH 03053
437-8227
www.EnviroSense.com
Fred Fuller Oil, Co.
536-6300
Harold Square, A New York Eatery
226 Rockingham Road, Londonderry, NH
(603) 432-7144
www.harold-square.com
Holy Cross Cemetery
Gilcreast Road, Londonderry
474 Goffstown Road, Manchester
(603) 622-3215
www.mtcalvarycem.org
Home Helpers/Direct Link
Bonnie Roberts, President
Senior, Recuperative and Continuing Care/Personal Emergency Response System
1F Commons Drive, Suite 34
Londonderry, NH 03053
(603) 845-3333
www.HomeHelpers.cc
How's Your Onion?
91 West Broadway, Derry, NH
(603) 216-8838
www.howsyouronion.com
Murray's Auto Recycling, Foreign & Domestic
56 Hall Road
Londonderry, NH 03053
(603) 425-2562
New England Moves
Charlotte McCaul
(603) 289-9224
www.NewEnglandMoves.com
O'Neill Cinemas
16 Orchard View Drive, Londonderry, NH
(603) 434-8633
www.oneilcinemas.com
Orchard Hill Greenhouses
92 Pillsbury Road, Londonderry, NH
(603) 437-3906
www.orchardhillgreenhouses.com
Peabody Funeral Homes & Crematorium
290 Mammoth Road, Londonderry
432-2801
www.peabodyfuneralhome.com
Pellerin Vinyl Siding & Replacement Windows
Quality Exterior Home Improvements
354 No. Broadway
Salem, NH 03079
898-2259
Pro Image Automotive
Complete Small Engine Sales & Service
254 Sheffield Road, Manchester, NH
(603) 644-8480
Prudential Verani Realty, Becky Rown Realtor
One Verani Way, Londonderry, NH
Cell: (603) 560-5833
Direct: (603) 845-2212
beckybrown@verani.com
Remi Fortin Realty Co.
Remi O. Fortin / Jane F. Keefe
572 Mammoth Road, Londonderry, NH
(603) 627-1992
Realtor90@msn.com
Residential Mortgage Services, Inc.
Tammy Verani, Senior Mortgage Consultant
One Verani Way, Londonderry, NH
Direct: (603) 232-9617
Cell: (603) 505-5752
www.loansbytammy.com
Robitaille Towing LLC
Justin Robitaille, Owner Operated
(603) 234-0633
Ron Llibby & Son
Lawn Care & Landscaping Property Maintenance
(603) 893-3112
Sav-On Insulation
Residential & Commercial, Spray Foam Insulation, Blown-in Blanket
(603) 490-9220 or (603) 437-1840
Southern NH Montessori Academy
1E Commons Drive, Unit 28, Londonderry, NH
(603) 818-8613
www.snhma.org
Steel Wood Construction
General Contractor
Commercial/Residential, Bathrooms, Kitchens, Additions, Handicap Services
151 Leda Avenue, Manchester, NH
(603) 6223-1200
steelwood@comcast.net
Sunshine Block Party
Quilting & Crochet Lessons
54 Old Chester Road,
Derry, NH
(603) 818-1333
www.SunshineBlockParty.com
Sweeet Landscaping
Office: (603) 965-3250
Cell: (603) 505-0513
TDD Earth Tech, Inc.
Complete Site Work, Road Construction, Sewer Water, Drainage, Demolition
PO Box 603, Hudson, NH
(603) 881-8692
www.tddearthtech.com
Tisdell Transmission
27 Ash Street, Londonderry, NH
(603) 432-3201 or (800) 220-0130
Vincent A. Wenners Jr. Attorney at Law
27 Bay Street, Manchester, NH
(603) 606-5750
www.wennerslaw.com
White Stone Counseling of New Hampshire
Susan J. Wright MS/MFT LCMHC
1F Commons Drive, Suite 34, Londonderry, NH
(603) 657-4370
www.whitestonecounselingofnewhampshire.com
Windham Terrace
1 Church Road
Windham, NH
(603) 437-4600
www.WindhamTerrace.com
