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We are the faith community of Saint Thomas Aquinas in Derry, New Hampshire, dedicated to continuing the mission of Jesus Christ in the Roman Catholic tradition. We proclaim the Good News, using our time, talent and treasure to reach the new, the wandering, the poor and the unloved. United in God, we are committed to growth in faith through worship, spirituality, outreach, education, and fellowship. Empowered by the Holy Spirit and nourished by Word and Eucharist, we seek a deeper, more personal relationship with Jesus Christ as we passionately share Christ's love with all people.
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Bishop John McCormack invites all couples who are celebrating their 25th, 30th, 40th, 45th, 50th or beyond Wedding Anniversary anytime during the year 2010 to attend a Special Anniversary Mass. This celebration will be held on October 10, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at Saint Anselm Abbey Church, Manchester. If you are celebrating your 25th, 30th, 35th, 40th, 45th, 50th or beyond anniversary please call or mail to the Friary office by August 20, 2010 your last name, first names and address. Please also indicate your special anniversary year.
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BAOBAB BLAST
August 2-6, 2010
9:00 am-12:00 pm
Grades K-6
Don`t let your children miss out on the fun. They will visit the savannah where they will learn, how to trust, love, follow, care and share. Your children will learn a bible story each day, sing and pray, make Kalahari crafts and play Grassland games. Please call the Friary office at 432-5000 for a registration form.
Registration forms are available at the back of the Church.
Vacation Bible School Wish List
On the bulletin board in the back of the Church you will find items needed for Vacation Bible School. If you can help, please take a card (with an item on it) and return it to the Friary office by Friday, July 30th. Your help will be greatly appreciated.
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Hosted by the Guardians of Saint Thomas Aquinas School
Friday, October 15, 2010
Candia Woods Golf Links, Candia, NH
12:00 pm Shot Gun Start.
We have begun plans for our 4th annual tournament. Our previous events have been enjoyed by all who participated. Over the past three years we have raised over $25,000.00 for our scholarship fund. We hope you will support our efforts this year.
How can you help?
Join our committee (contact Dave DeJulio at gangtackle2000@yahoo.com.
Sign up to golf ($125.00 per golfer if you register before September 15, 2010)
Become a sponsor (a wide range available-see our brochure at www.staderry.com or contact us at golf@staderry.com.
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It is that time again to book you meetings for the months of September 2010 through the month of June 2011. There are no exceptions! Every group leader must fill out the proper paper work in order to reserve space for their meetings. Please stop by the Friary office to fill out the form or you can download the form on our website and mail it in.
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Protecting God`s Children is a program designed to provide information about child sexual abuse, providing participants with an understanding of abuse, and steps to prevent abuse. All volunteers in our parish or school who have any contact with children are required to participate in this training.
Upcoming classes at St. Thomas Aquinas:
Wednesday, August 18, 2010 from 6 p.m. ? 8:00 p.m.
Thursday, October 7, 2010 from 6 p.m. ? 8:00 p.m.
Please note that pre-registration is required and space is limited. Please call the friary office to register at 432-5000.
Other Classes in the area:
Thursday, September 16, 2010 from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. at Saint Matthew`s in Windham, NH
Tuesday, September 21, 2010 from 7 p.m. ? 9 p.m. at Saint Patrick`s in Pelham, NH
Tuesday, October 12, 2010 from 7 p.m. ? 9 p.m. at Saint Patrick`s in Pelham, NH
Thursday, October 21, 2010 from 9 am ? 11 am at Saint Matthews in Windham, NH
Tuesday, November 9, 2010 from 7 pm ? 9 p.m. at Saint Patrick in Pelham, NH
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We (Paul and Jenny Swope) are long-time members of St. Thomas Aquinas Parish, and have been teaching Natural Family Planning through the Couple to Couple League for nearly 20 years. We are extending an open invitation to any married or engaged couple who would like to learn the way to plan your family which is not only safe, healthy and effective, but also perfectly in line with Catholic teaching and God`s awesome design for married love. Call 925-4236 or email jeniswope@yahoo.com to schedule a 3 class series.
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Aug, 2010 (4days, 3 nights) for just $369. Visit the shrines old Montreal and Quebec which includes St. Anne-de-Beaupre, St. Joseph Oratory and more. Cost includes two meals a day, coach bus transportation and accommodations. We will be departing from Holy Angels Parish, Plaistow, Manchester and St. Mary Parish, Claremont. For a flyer or more information contact Juanita Sweet at 826-4486 or email: juanitajoy@comcast.net
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These Three?Dear Brothers and Sisters,
Recently someone gave me about twelve boxes of books, all of a religious nature. As I began to look through them I also realized that they were almost all Catholic. Very quickly I began to organize them into three groups; traditional, conservative and liberal. The task was very tiring because I was saddened that the Church was in such a state. The more I sifted through all these books, the more difficult it became and I wanted to just walk away in frustration. Finally I finished my sorting and went back to the Friary. When I saw Brother Charles I told him about the books and he reminded me to "stay with the Church". That simple phrase spoke volumes to me. Never mind this theologian or that, this visionary or that, this guru or that... just go back to "Peter". With all the convincing logic of so many authors that sounds really good, it`s most important to always go back to what the Church teaches. And who represents the whole Church... the Pope. Always go back to the beating heart of the Church. Read the Catechism. Read the encyclicals written by the Holy Fathers. Read the teachings of all the great Councils of the Church, beginning with the first Council in the Acts of the Apostles. The more that we know the authentic teaching of THESE sources, and the more that we mold ourselves (our thoughts, feelings and actions) according to these Truths, the more Catholic we will truly be. Is this a formidable challenge ? YES ! But if we want to know and live by what is real and true then we must do it, no matter how hard. Along this "way", we will know - not frustration - but a peace and joy that only Christ can give to our hearts. It is to this end that I would like to begin a simple time of reflection on the Sunday Scripture readings. Beginning in September I will meet with whoever shows up to read and discuss the readings for the following Sunday. Our reflection and discussion should rest on the foundation of the living tradition/teaching of the Church. It won't be easy to stay on the right "path" - it never is - but we'll try and hopefully grow in the Faith of Jesus Christ - our Holy Catholic Faith. God bless you all. Love... Fr. Bruce, ofm
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Lifeteen
Life Teen
Watch the bulletin for further Life Teen events. For more information or questions please call Jay at 432-0073.
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You are now able to Donate Online please Click Here to find out more.
Thank you to all those using Parish Pay. Parish Pay is a convenient way to make your contribution to the church. Just a reminder you may go on line and add a second collection or change your donation amount.
For those who are using Parish Pay if you would like donation slips to put in the basket they are available in the Friary office.
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