About St. Joseph the Worker · Nashua, New Hampshire
St. Joseph the Worker Parish in Nashua, New Hampshire, is a Catholic community dedicated to being 'Good Stewards' and growing God's gifts through worship, service, and faith formation. The parish is led by Bishop Francis Christian, who serves as pastor while also holding the title of retired auxiliary bishop. It offers regular Masses, sacraments, and a wide range of ministries including youth programs, music, and outreach. The parish is located at 777 West Hollis Street and welcomes new members through its faith formation and evangelization efforts.
- Patron
- St. Joseph the Worker
- Rector
- Bishop Francis Christian
- Diocese
- Diocese of Manchester
Why belong here
Join a parish that values stewardship and community growth through ministries like youth choir, faith formation, and outreach. Experience regular worship, sacraments, and opportunities to serve in liturgical and pastoral roles. The parish offers a welcoming environment for families, newcomers, and lifelong Catholics alike.
Mass times at St. Joseph the Worker
Weekly Mass schedule
Our Mission
Being Good Stewards. Growing God's Gifts. We strive to be a parish of Good Stewards, praising and thanking God for His gifts of life, faith, family and friends and our parish and civic communities. We ask for His grace to grow and develop these gifts abundantly for the sake of His kingdom among us.
Worship
Masses are celebrated daily, including weekend Masses at 4 p.m. Saturday and 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Sunday, and weekday Masses at 8 a.m. Monday through Thursday.
Ministries
The parish offers a wide range of ministries including youth programs, music, liturgical roles, outreach, and service groups such as the Knights of Columbus, Prayer Shawl Ministry, and Safe Environment Council.
Leadership
Led by Bishop Francis Christian, who serves as pastor and retired auxiliary bishop, the parish also includes permanent deacons Deacon Roland Leduc and Deacon Douglas Hoffer, along with a dedicated staff including Director of Faith Formation Janice Mercure and Administrative Assistant Kim Dupont.
Pastors & rectors through the years
- Bishop Francis Christian2003–present
Appointed pastor in 2003; continued in dual role until retirement as auxiliary bishop in February 2018; continues to serve as pastor.