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Prayer for Peace
O Lord God, we pray for peace and love in all the nations among all the people. That all wars and hatred will end. We pray for those who suffer from war, injustice and intolerance, for the children, young people, the poor and neglected ones. We pray for peace in our life, lands, nations families and in our hearts. Lord, give us world peace. We ask your mercy in the name of our Lord, Jesus Crist. Amen.
Prayer for Vocations
"Heavenly Father, through all generations, You have chosen men to serve You by sharing in the Holy Priesthood of Christ, Your son. We beg You to call men form our diocese to serve as priests at the alter, and to send Your Holy Spirit to help them discern Your call. Give them understanding to know Your will and courage to follow it. Pour out, too, Your grace upon women from our parishes to serve You in religious life, formed after the model of Our Blessed Mother. We ask this through our eternal High Priest and King, Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.
How to Evangelize
Listen to your friends' problems and take it one step further by offering to pray for and with them about their problems. Show them that there is a God who loves them and wants to help them.
Interfaith Council
We are looking for one or two volunteers for this ministry. There is only one meeting per month, usually on the third Tuesday, and the main purpose is to both gather and share information with other local churches and synagogues. Unfortunately, we recently lost two of our parishioners who represented this committee. If you are interested in filling this position or would like or information, please contact Barbara Laliberte at 860-774-4176.
CCD Classes
CCD classes will begin on Sunday, September 13th. Classes will be held this year on the 2nd Sunday of the month from 9:15 to 10:45 am in the church basement at our Lady of LaSalette Church. Please contact the rectory at 860-774-6275 if you are interested.
Eucharistic Adoration
"Could you not watch with me for one hour" Matthew 26:40. Every Wednesday from 8:30 am to 6:45 pm, we have a truly rewarding experience to sit with God for one hour each week, undisturbed by phones, traffic, appointments, etc. in Adoration at Our Lady of LaSalette Church. It is an honor assigned to only chosen parishes with the commitment to keep company with God. If you are interested in participating for one hour, please pick up and complete one of the forms available at the entrances of the church.
Sanctuary Candle
The Sanctuary Candle is available and be purchased to light in honor of a loved one or for a special intention. The donation is $20 for the week. Please contact the rectory at 860-774-6275.
2026 ACA Bulletin Announcement Update
As of May 5, 2026, 30.65% of our parishioners with both churches combined have donated. Thank you for your support of the Annual Catholic Appeal which provides funds for many of the pastoral, educational and charitable ministries within the Diocese of Norwich. As we embark on our 2026 ACA, One Faith, One Family, we thank God for the strength and love we have received from him during this past year, when we, relying on our ONE FAITH, have uplifted our brothers and sisters in our ONE FAMILY. There is still time to donate! Our campaign year ends on December 31, 2026. If you would like to make an additional gift, donation envelopes are still available within the church, or you can contact the Development Office at (860)886-1928 or go online to www.norwichdiocesedevelopment.org. Please give prayerful consideration when contemplating your sacrificial gift to the appeal. The future of our ministries depends on it.
Rachel Rosary
The third Tuesday of each month, come and pray the Project Rachel Rosary at St. Patrick's Cathedral, Norwich, with the Office of Faith Events. The Project Rachel Rosary focuses on hope, healing and forgiveness for those affected by abortion and for an end to abortion. The next Rosary will be on Tuesday, May 19, after the Noon Mass. Materials to pray with us will be provided.
Furnace Fundraiser at Lourdes
For almost 150 years Our Lady of Lourdes has been a cornerstone of faith in our community. Together we have worshipped, celebrated and supported one another. I am reaching out to you to be a part of an important initiative to preserve and enhance Our Lady of Lourdes Church. Our beloved church building has served us well, but our heating system is in urgent need of replacement. The furnace in the basement is over 20 years old and has deteriorated quite a bit. We have been told that it needs to be replaced and that the estimated cost is $15,000. While this is a significant undertaking, I know that when we work together, we achieve great things. I prayerfully ask you to consider a special donation to our "Repair and Renewal Fund" to help us reach our goal. You can use the special repair envelope located at the entrance of the church and place it in the collection box. Your donation will directly support our efforts to make a tangible impact on the furnace replacement. On behalf of myself and your fellow parishioners, thank you for your generosity and commitment to our faith community. Fr. Ben.
Pilgrimage to Greece and Turkey - 2026
Father Ben will be leading a pilgrimage in the footsteps of St. Paul to Greece and Turkey from August 24th to September 4, 2026. The pilgrimage will include stops at sacred sites in Athens, Corinth, Mykonos, Patmos, Heraklion, Santorini, Kalabaka, Veria, Thessaloniki, Kavala and Alexandroupolis. The pilgrimage will then continue to Istanbul before returning to the USA. The cost of this pilgrimage is $4,275 per person/double occupancy - tips are included. We hope you will join us. The deposit of $500 per person for this trip is due on February 15th so please mark your calendars. For more information, please contact Father Ben Vinjoe at 860-481-2880.
Calendar of Events
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CCD Classes September 13th, 2nd Sunday each month, 9:15 to 10:45 am
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Chess Club Monday, 10:00 am in the church basement
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La Salette Social Committee Tuesday, 8/4, 9:30 am in the church basement
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Knights of Columbus Wednesday, August 5, 7:00 pm in the church basement
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Parish Picnic Meeting August 6, 6:30 pm, Church Basement
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Parish Picnic August 16, Our Lady of LaSalette Rectory Grounds 12:00 to 3:00 pm
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Harvest Festival September, Hampton Town Hall
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Rosary Novena September 29 to October 7 at Our Lady of Lourdes Church
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Highland Festival October 10, Brooklyn Fairgrounds
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Lasagna Dinner October 24, Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 4 to 6:00 pm
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Wreath Making November 29, Our Lady of Lourdes Church 1:00 to 4:00 pm
St. Joseph's School Registration
St. Joseph School Fall Registration has opened. SJS offers master level teachers and small classes where fun, learning, and our Catholic faith go hand in hand. Pre-K is open to all children 3 and 4 who are fully potty-trained. Tuition is $5,000. Kindergarten is open to all students who turn 5 by December 31, 2026. Tuition is $4,500. Special Note: Per diocesan policy, active parishioners are given $1,000 parish subsidy per student once the Parish Affiliation has been approved by Paster. Sibling discounts and financial aid is available. Please call 860-822-6141 or e-mail gkingston@stjosephschoolbaltic.com to schedule a tour.
Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend
Strengthen your marriage this summer through the Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend at Holy Family Retreat Center from August 28 to 30, 2026. this residential experience offers couples an opportunity to reconnect, reflect and deepen their relationship with one another and with God. Space is limited and filling quickly. For more information or to register, contract Frank and Marge Pearson at (860) 337-2447 or visit: https://www.mectw.org/applywqeekend.php.
Family Hike
Join Bishop Reidy for a family hike at Wachusett Mountain on Saturday, August 8th. This moderate hike features scenic views and approximately 1,000 feet elevation gain, making it suitable for those comfortable with uneven terrain. Check-in begins at 9:30 am. The hike is departing promptly at 10:00 am. Participants should bring a packed lunch, water and appropriate footwear. The hike concludes by approximately 2:30 pm. Limited space! Please register at https://bit.ly/HikeWachusette or calling Liza Roach at 860-848-2237, Ext. 305.
Quilt Raffle
The Social Committee at Our Lady of Lasallete will be selling tickets for your chance to win a beautiful e quilt crafted by Pam Machamer of Turn Maple Quilting, donated by Mary Donnelly and Claudia Danna. It fits a twin-size bed or can be draped over the foot of a bed or the back of a couch for those chillier evenings. It would also make a lovely gift for someone special! Tickets are $5.00 each and will be sold after all masses starting the weekend of July 25, 26. The lucky winning ticket will be drawn at our Parish Picnic on Sunday, August 16th. Don't miss this opportunity to support our Parish. Thank you for your support and good luck to all!
Parish Picnic
Sunday, August 16, 2026, we are having a parish picnic from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm at Our Lady of LaSalette Rectory Grounds. Sign-up sheets are available at the Church entrances. The parish will provide hamburgers, turkey burgers, hot dogs, salad, beverages, cake and ice cream. Fun for everyone! Games for children, cornhole tournament with Fr. Ben - all are welcome. Good food and great company makes a stronger parish! Thank you to our wonderful volunteers who make this day possible!
Acts Connecticut
Are you a man searching for a greater connection to the Lord? Are you looking to strengthen your faith? If so, an ACTS retreat is what you are looking for. An ACTS retreat is a 3-day, 3-night Catholic led retreat, presented by men who have experienced all that this retreat offers. Not only will you leave with a greater understanding of your faith, but you will also create a lasting brotherhood within your church communities. The retreat begins Thursday evening, November 5th with a 5:00 pm check-in at St. Mary's Church, 1600 Main Street, Coventry, CT 06238, and will end Sunday, November 8th at the 10:30 Mass at St. Mary's in Coventry. The cost of the retreat is $295 and a deposit of $100 made payable to ACTS Willimantic Core will reserve your space. For more information, there are brochures located at the entrance of the church or contact Eric Roy at 860-372-9122 or actsct.org.