St. Matthew Catholic Church - Windham, NH

06/03/2026

06/01/2026

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05/31/2026

What's on Father's mind this week?

05/28/2026

Do you know anyone with a talent for making handmade items?

05/25/2026

No one has greater love than this, to lay down one's life for one's friends." Christians are no strangers to sacrifice. Jesus lays down his life for our redemption, martyrs remain faithful to the end, and every believer faces, "deaths" in the spiritual life when love requires a re-ordering of preference and priority.
On Memorial Day, we honor those who laid down their lives for their nation and for the values we espouse-freedom, justice, and a better world for our children. In a day that often fills with barbeques and boat launches, remember to take some time in prayer! Intercede for those who have died and for the loved ones they left behind, and pray for peace on earth.

05/25/2026

Question:
Why do we celebrate Pentecost when we do?
Answer:
The book of Acts unpacks the events immediately following Jesus' ascension into heaven. The Apostles and other disciples were told to pray in Jerusalem and await another outpouring of the Holy Spirit. As the weeks ticked on, the Jewish Festival of Weeks approached. This festival took place 50 days after Passover and celebrated the giving of the law on Mount Sinai. The Festival of Weeks (or "Pentecost" in Greek) was a great pilgrimage feast, with Jews from all over the ancient world convening on Jerusalem for the celebration.
It was on Pentecost that God chose to send the Holy Spirit. Here, the new law of love was etched into the hearts of the disciples. As he burst out onto the balcony above the multinational crowd, Peter proclaimed the message of the resurrection, and the Holy Spirit enabled every listener to hear in their native language. 3,000 people were baptized that day! The disciples — and every baptized person — receives the gifts and zeal necessary to bring a new message of salvation to the people of God.

05/24/2026

A note from Father David

05/23/2026

Congrats on 20 years Father!

05/21/2026

Food, games, music and a fire pit? What more do you need? Bring your friends!