It's that time of year again to start collecting toiletries, small toys, lightweight clothing and school supplies for our annual Christmas Box of Joy collection for children in third world countries. Boxes with directions on what to pack will be available Sunday, Sept 27. Filled boxes must include the Catholic Outreach envelope with the shipping cost and should be returned by Sunday, Oct 25. This event is joyfully coordinated by the Parish Youth Council.
The diocese would like to invite men who are considering a vocation to the priesthood to an evening of prayer, conversation with the Vocations Team and dinner. There will be evenings for different age groups and they will take place at the Joseph House at 279 Cartier St in Manchester. Please RSVP to Becky Vinson at rvinson@rcbm.org or 663-0153 if you would like to attend. October 5: high school - age 14-18; October 19: young men - age 19-24; November 2: older men - age 25+