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Pope Leo XIV
- First Encyclical Letter: Magnifica Humanitas (15 May 2026)
- First Apostolic Exhortation: Dilexi Te (4 Oct 2025)
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Discover your inheritance this summer...
Join us Wednesdays at 10:30am or 6:30pm
June 3rd – July 22nd
Click image below for more informationHigh School Grad Mass
If you are the proud parent of a HS senior, we would love to recognize their hard work at the 10AM mass on Sunday, June 7th followed by a reception in the hall.Please email Mickayla with your high school senior's first and last name, their picture, and their plans for after graduation (college and major(s), work, armed forces, vocation etc.).In order to ensure a proper honoring, please submit requested information no later than Monday, May 11th.Totus Tuus signups!
The Parish will once again be hosting Totus Tuus this summer from July 26-31. It is open to all students currently in Grades K-11. Signups can be done online -
Ongoing Parish Activities
Merrimack Valley Farmers' Market
SJN is now hosting the Merrimack Valley Farmers' Market in the parish parking lot every Thursday afternoon from 3-7pm until the fall.Steak RaffleOur SJN Knights are holding their annual Steak Raffle. The cost of steak has gone up, so this year they will be offering:2 $100 Gift CardsThe Flying ButcherTickets will be on sale after all Masses from May 23-June 14. The drawing will be held after the 10am Mass on June 14. Tickets are available for:One for $1Six for $5Fifteen for $10All funds raised by the Council go to support the Youth Activities, Scholarships and the Food PantryKnights Scholarship
Each year, the Knights of Columbus Council #10896, here at St. John Neumann, awards a $1,000 Scholarship to a deserving student that is going on to further their education.
We are pleased to announce that an Anonymous SJN Parishioner has come forward and wants to fund an additional $1,000 for our Scholarships!
So, this year, there will be up to $2,000 available in Scholarships from the Knights here at SJN! Applications are due by Wednesday, May 27, 2026
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A Special "Thank You" to the Anonymous Parishioner of SJN for their generosity and support of our youth here at SJN.
Any questions please contact the Office at SJN.
We Change Lives, We Save Lives
For more information on becoming a Knight see one of our members or visit KofC.orgParish Needs
We have a number of areas in the parish in which we could use some help. If you are able to help us out, please contact Teri in the office.Volunteers are needed for:- Liturgical Ministers
- Coffee & Donuts
- Substitute RN’s for Day Away
- Coordinating Social Activities
- First Thursday Adorers
Creation Care
The creation care team is a parish ministry designed to bring light and life to Pope Francis’ encyclical: Laudato Si’: On Care For Our Common Home.
Meetings are 3rd Tuesday of each month at 7pm in Room 1 (classroom in offices hallway). Next meeting, June 16
If you are interested in being a member of the creation care team, please contact Mary Beth Raven at [email protected]Music Ministry
The Music Ministry program is seeking vocalists and instrumentalists to join our new Youth and Young Adult Music Worship Team. This ministry is designed to use your musical gifts to serve our parish community in a deep and meaningful way. Our primary goal is to connect others with God through worship music. Youth and Young Adults who sing or play an instrument, or both, are strongly encouraged to join us!
We will blend Contemporary Praise and Christian music, as well as select traditional hymns with a fresh new twist. We will sing at our Sunday 6pm Mass. Special events throughout the year will include a Worship Night as well as other opportunities to extend our message to the community. Rehearsal times are Wednesdays at 6pm. For more information, please contact the Director of Music, Artie Carew via emailCursillo
If you have ever lived a Cursillo weekend, we invite you to once a month reunion. Please contact Deacon Brian.
Cursillo a Spanish word meaning "short course". Cursillo in Christianity means short course in Christanity. It is a lay Catholic movement of the Church with its own method to live Christian ideals. To be a Christian in the fullest sense, in the everyday activities of life- with family, in your workplace and community. If you are interested in learning more about the Cursillo movement, please also contact Deacon Brian.Outreach Ministry for the Homebound
SJN is forming a Outreach Program to the Elderly/Homebound of our Parish. Fliers are available in the Narthex containing a Form for those who may be interested in volunteering and another Form for those who may benefit from the Homebound Outreach Program.
Visits will be every other week and will occur in a private home, nursing home, or assisted living facility. Volunteers will/may provide Eucharist, friendly visits and telephone assurance to our clients.
If you are interested in being involved with this Ministry as a Volunteer, please complete the Volunteer Form and return it to the office. If you have a family member or are aware of a fellow parishioner who would benefit from this Outreach Ministry, please complete the Client Intake Form and one of our coordinators will contact the individual. Orientation will be scheduled in the near future.Parish Council
Have you ever felt the Lord gently nudging you to do more? To serve your parish in a more meaningful way?Right now, we’re looking for new members to join the Parish Council. It’s a small-time commitment, just a few hours a month, but it can have a big impact on our parish family.As a council member, you’ll help plan events like the Harvest Dinner, shape initiatives like the parish survey, and be a voice for our community as we work together to build a vibrant and welcoming parish.If you’re feeling even the slightest tug on your heart, we encourage you to take the next step. Come to a meeting, ask questions, or send an email to the parish council. We would love for you to join us!Check out & like our Saint John Neumann Merrimack Facebook page. Please like this page to stay updated on events and faith-enriching content.
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