Our Lady of Mercy Parish, Merrimack NH September 30, 2018

SATURDAY, September 29th

Vigil: Twenty Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time 4:30PM: Joseph Stephanek req by his family

SUNDAY, September 30th Twenty Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

8:30AM: For all par ishioners 10:30AM: Angelina Paison req by Rachel Watkins

Monday, October 1st St. Theresa of the Child of Jesus, Virgin and Doctor

of the Church 8:10AM: Morning Prayer 8:30AM: Phil Bergeron req by Bruce & Janet Angus

Tuesday, October 2nd The Holy Guardian Angels

8:10AM: Morning Prayer 8:30AM: Phillip Bergeron req by a fr iend

Wednesday, October 3rd 8:10AM: Morning Prayer 8:30AM: For deceased pr iests of the Diocese

Thursday, October 4th NO MASS

Friday, October 5th Blessed Francis Xavier Seelos, Priest

8:10AM: Morning Prayer 8:30AM: Gladys Falla DeSánchez req by the Takacs family

SATURDAY, October 6th Vigil: Twenty Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

4:30PM: Rober t Dwyer req by his family

SUNDAY, October 7th Twenty Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

8:30AM: Shir ley C. Heath (60th Anniv) req by his daughter Jacqueline Thompson 10:30AM: Denis Roy & Edward Roy req by Pauline and all parishioners

Exclusive Membership The first reading might be what Jesus was talking about when he scolded the disciples. They wanted to stop an exorcist whom they didn't know. In both cases, whether prophesying or driving out demons, someone wanted them to stop. Why? Because the persons doing those things were not members of the group. In the gospel, the disciples objected simply because they didn't know the ones who were casting out demons. Back in Moses' days, the two "renegades" were actually on the list, they just weren't present with the rest gathered around Moses. Both Joshua and the disciples of Jesus thought they should control who could do God's work and who couldn't. It reminds me of the pastor sprinkling people with holy water during Easter season. If I didn't feel the water, I was disappointed because I was "left out." But Father was intending to bless everyone; he just couldn't con-trol where the holy water went. I wanted to control the pastor, to make him throw the water more carefully. The temptation to control things is pretty common, but we can't be truly at peace till we allow God to be the one in control. God loves all people, even those who don't know him. So if we see someone who has a spir-itual gift, it could be God's way of helping that person to know about His love. It might not be prophesying or driving out demons. There are many non-Christians who are very generous or patient or wise, who could come to faith if they realized that God was acting through them. You don't have to bowl them over with evangelistic fervor. Just the observation that you see God's love in them might get them thinking about their faith. The Apostles Creed reminds us that the Church is cath-olic, or universal. All are welcome, because Jesus died for everyone. As Moses said in the first reading, wouldn't it be great if God sent his gifts of the Spirit to them all? Tom Schmidt, Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Co.

PLEASE NOTE: If you have booked a Mass and would like for you or your family to bring up the gifts at that Mass, please let one of the ushers know before Mass begins.

Weekend of September 23rd: $6670.00

Priest Retirement Fund: $2874.00

Thank You!

OUR LADY OF MERCY PARISH MERRIMACK, NH

Children’s Liturgy of the Word Each Week

At the 10:30 Mass

We welcome all children who would like to join us to hear a child’s version of the gospel. Our goal is to provide a relatable experience for children to understand the Word of God. Children and cate-chists will be meeting downstairs in our church hall. Please invite your family, friends and neighbors to join us!!

Your prayers are requested for the repose of the souls of Phillip Bergeron & Marie Hunt.

Our heartfelt sympathy is extended to the families of Phillip & Marie. We pray that the God of compassion be with you during this time of sorrow and that He welcomes Phillip & Marie into His eternal king-dom of peace.

The Sanctuary Lamp for the week September 29th through October 5th is lit for the intentions of Tom McGowen.

If you would like to have the sanctuary Lamp lit in memory of or for the intentions of a loved one, please call the parish office at 424-3757.

ST FRANCIS MOVIE

Who was St. Francis?? Journey from the lovely streets and basilicas of Assisi and Gubbio to the gor-geous, remote monasteries of La Verna and Eremo delle Carceri with Bishop Barron as he explores the extraordinary life of St. Francis of Assisi. Bishop Barron explains how a life of true authenticity and goodness can shake the foundations of the world by examining the little friar from Umbria who became one of the most important and influential figures of the Middle Ages.

Come watch this video and join a discussion about St. Francis of Assisi. You have two sessions to choose from—Wednesday morning October 3rd at 9:15 am or Thursday evening, October 4th at 6:30 pm in the Church Hall.

LIFE MATTERS BABY SHOWER

Beginning the weekend of October 6th and 7th, our parish will once again remember in a special way pregnant and parenting teens, their newborns and children in need of assis-tance. Donations of new, unwrapped items will be donated to Birthright and Pennacook Pregnancy Center. These agencies rely totally on private donations to provide services. Your gifts may be placed in the playpen at the back of the Church.

Items Needed: IMPORTANT—both agencies are in great need of diapers of all sizes, especially sizes 2,3,4, and 5. Other Items Needed: Baby wipes, sleepers, baby blankets, onesies, clothing up to 3T, infant socks, bibs, Enfamil, baby washcloths, bottles, sippy cups and sleep sacks.

Twenty Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Prayer is always a good way to offer spiritual support for life in all stages and in all vocations. Each day in Octo-ber has been dedicated to a specific in-tention. To participate, sign your name on the day you wish to pray the Rosary. The calen-dar can be found in the main entrance of the Church. Each day may be chosen by more than one person. Sign ups begin this weekend.

ALTAR SERVER ENRICHMENT For new and experienced Altar Servers

Altar Servers actively assist at our liturgical celebrations and provide a prayerful presence to our faith community. This vital ministry is consistently graced by the participa-tion of outstanding young people. It is a wonderful op-portunity for them to serve their parish and enrich their faith experience.

The Altar Server Ministry is open to all young people who have received their 1st Eucharist. Altar Server en-richment and training will be offered here at our parish on Saturday, October 13th at 3:00 pm in the Church. This session is for all altar servers and also for those who are thinking of becoming an altar server. Please contact the parish office if you are unable to at-tend.

The 19th annual Knights of Columbus Fall Craft Fair will be held on Friday, November 2 from 5pm to 8 pm and Saturday, November 3 from 9am to 3pm in the Mastricola Upper Elementary School at 26 Baboosic Lake Rd. There will be approximately 45 crafters offering a wide variety of handmade crafts. The event will also include a Chi-nese auction, bake table and a kitchen serving home-made meals and snacks. Please join us for some fun and to support the charitable efforts of Our Lady of Mercy’s Knights of Columbus.

Week #8: Patricia Dwyer and Margaret Bergeron

A parish breakfast and blood pressure clinic will take place on Sunday, October 14th after the 8:30 and 10:30 masses. All parishioners are invited to enjoy another delicious par-ish breakfast and have your blood pressure checked by our parish nurses at the same time.

TRUNK OR TREAT October 27, 2018 6:00 to 8:00 pm

KIDS: Come in costumes to enjoy games, music, crafts and a story read by Fr. Paul Adults: Decorate the trunk of your car and hand out treats ( 60 children) Cars should be decorated between 5:45 and 6:15 pm while children are in the Church Hall. Children will go out to the parking lot at 6:15 pm for Trunk or Treat. From 7 to 8 pm children will go back downstairs to the Church Hall for games and fun.

WEDNESDAY PEOPLE

Wednesday People will be meeting on October 3rd at 7:00 pm in the Parish Center to discuss the readings of the weekend.

Information Page

Acct #: 694750 Our Lady of Mercy Parish 16 Baboosic Lake Road Merrimack, NH 03054 Contact Person: Kathleen Rush Phone: (603) 424-4477 or (603) 424-3757 Fax: (603) 424-1780 Email Address: kjrush1@olmnh.org

Bulletin for September 30, 2018 Kathy