Twenty Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time.
Mark 9:30-37
Jesus teaches his disciples that the greatest are those who serve all.
At the end of today's Gospel, Jesus calls forward a child and teaches the Twelve that to receive a child in Jesus’ name is to receive both Jesus and the One who sent him. We might easily fail to understand the significance of this action. In first-century Palestine, children were without status or power, possessing no legal rights. In this action, Jesus is teaching his disciples and us that when we serve the least ones among us, we serve Jesus himself. Who are the people without power or status in our society that Jesus is calling us to serve? Do we do so willingly? Jesus teaches that God’s judgment of us will be based on this criterion alone.
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Bulletin Correction: Due to the current substantial transmission level of COVID in New Hampshire, the celebration of the Blue Mass will not be celebrated this year on September 26 as originally announced. A new date has not been determined at this time.
Did you know the Pregnancy Center of Lebanon and Claremont operates a managed residence for young women who are trying to improve their lives? Grace House helps motivated women of child bearing years to change course in their lives. Women who apply to live at Grace House are offered free room and board in exchange for showing steady progress in learning about faith, meaningful relationships, and skills like household management. Grace House has openings, so if you know anyone who might benefit herself or might refer a friend for this opportunity, please share the website with her.
New date and location for our parish picnic!
Let’s get together and have some great outdoor fun at a parish picnic! We'll provide the burgers, hot dogs and sausages - you provide the fun and perhaps a dish to share. Be prepared to swim if you want a last taste of summer! While there is no cost, the Men’s Club greatly appreciate donations to help cover facility costs and incidentals. Please sign up below to let us know you are coming - can't wait to see you! (Please note that Mass will NOT be celebrated at the picnic)
Parish Picnic
September 26 from Noon - 4:00 pm
The parish very much encourages your use of our E-giving system.
Our electronic giving program offers convenience for you and provides much-needed donation consistency for our congregation. If you are currently giving on a weekly basis, you will no longer need to write 52 checks a year or prepare 52 envelopes. And, when travel, illness or other circumstances prevent you from attending mass, this program will allow your weekly offerings to continue an uninterrupted basis.
Giving online is safe and easy and allows you to set up automatic recurring contributions and view your complete online giving history from anywhere you have access to the Internet. For more information visit our website. Thank you for supporting our parish.
In 2021, we will continue to fight against the challenges of disease, disaster, displacement and other concerns that leave people hungry. Join with us as we raise funds to help neighbors near and far get the meals they need today and sustainable food security for tomorrow.
Our Crop Hunter Walk will take place on Sunday, October 3 at 1:15 at Elkins Beach . We will walk around Pleasant Lake ( approx. 6 miles). Drivers will be available if you wish to complete a part of the walk. Sign up at Our Lady of Fatima Church at the 5:00 p.m. Mass on Saturday, September 18, 10:30 Mass on Sunday, September 26 or contact Rosemary Silverberg at 603 526-7940.
25% of everything we collect goes to the local Kearsarge Food Pantry. Food donations also appreciated.
Religious Education registration is now taking place. If you would like to register your child or request more information, contact the parish office at 603 526 4484.
You are invited! Each Friday night we continue to gather to watch the series The Chosen following by a discussion. Join us any or all Fridays at 7:00 pm in the parish hall. Each episode runs about 45 minutes. Generally, two episodes are shown followed by a short discussion.