Organizations
The organizations listed below are not “part of” our parish, but have been important to many of our parishioners.
Knights of Columbus
The Knights are a local group of Catholic gentlemen who share the common goals of the Kof C: Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism . The Knights meet at 7:30 PM on the second Wednesday of each month in the K of C Hall, directly across Main Street from our church. Check out the Bishop Petersen Council website.
Cursillo and Ultreya
The Cursillo weekend is a short course in Christianity. The focus of the weekend is the individual's relationship with Christ, the development of the Christian Ideal, and the application of this ideal to your environment. It takes place over three days – Thursday evening to Sunday evening. Most of the “cursillistas” at St. Joseph parish experienced Cursillo at St Basil’s Salvatorian Center in Methuen, MA. The Diocese of Manchester runs Cursillo weekends at the Sarto Center in Hooksett, NH.
Ultreya is a gathering of Christians, most of whom have experienced Cursillo, to support each other in their continuing journey to live their commitment to Christ. Ultreyas are held at St. Joseph parish at 7:00 PM in St. Julie Hall, on the Friday of the Cursillo weekends at St. Basil’s. This is generally the first Friday of the month, September through May.
For more information, contact parishioners Al or Adele Raymond, 893-9342.
Men of Saint Joseph
The Men of St. Joseph is a statewide organization that seeks to support Catholic men in leading holy lives. Men of St. Joseph strive to follow five promises:
- To participate in Sunday Mass with my family
- To develop my personal prayer life and attend a weekday Mass at least once a month
- To experience the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least twice a year
- To pray and spend time with my family
- To gather with other men for an annual conference and seasonal meetings
Locally, Men of St. Joseph meet at St. Matthew’s parish in Windham, NH, at 7:15 AM on the second Saturday of the month. For more information, visit their website.
NH Catholic Charities
New Hampshire Catholic Charities is founded on the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. They provide a wide range of social services to persons regardless of creed, social, or economic background. The local office can be reached at 893-1971.
Greater Salem Caregivers
Greater Salem Caregivers is dedicated to helping homebound and elderly maintain independence, by providing transportation, home visits, friendly phone calls, service referrals and minor household assistance through a large network of volunteers. The office is open Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 3 PM. Call 898-2850 or email salemcare@aol.com.