St. Leo Church
Gonic NH
03839
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Who we are
St. Leo Church in Gonic, New Hampshire is a Christian congregation serving the Gonic community and seeking, engaging, and encouraging others through a life-changing Christian journey.
We seek to be a loving, friendly community that worships God, and serves others. We place a high priority on teaching from the Bible and following the example of Jesus.
Our vision is to impact and renew Gonic and beyond with the transforming message of Jesus Christ through words and actions.
Come as you are - we'd love to get to know you.
We seek to be a loving, friendly community that worships God, and serves others. We place a high priority on teaching from the Bible and following the example of Jesus.
Our vision is to impact and renew Gonic and beyond with the transforming message of Jesus Christ through words and actions.
Come as you are - we'd love to get to know you.
Location of worship
32 Pickering Rd
Gonic,
NH
03839
United States
Phone: (603) 332-1863
Fax: (603) 330-0865
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Church Pastor
Rev. Matthew Schultz
Pastor
32 Pickering Rd
Gonic,
NH
03839
United States
Phone: (603) 332-1863
Fax: (603) 330-0865
Click here to contact Rev. Matthew Schultz
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Roman Catholic
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Rev. Matthew Schultz
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Administration
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Mrs. Polly Hurlburt
Admin Position:
Parish Secretary
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189 North Main St
Gonic
New Hampshire
03867
Gonic
New Hampshire
03867
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St. Leo Church Mass Times
Sunday 11:00 am
Holy Days 12:00 pm
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Holy Days 12:00 pm
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St. Leo Church History
In 1888, forty families of French Canadian descent requested that Catholic Services be held in the town of Gonic. Reverend Urbain Lamy answered that call and celebrated the community's first Mass at the Gonic Town Hall in the Spring of 1888. As time went on, the people felt more and more of a need for their own worship space. In the summer of 1889 the parishioners presented Father Lamy with a check for $2,000 and construction of a church began.
Officially, St. Leo Church was not recognized as a parish until October 19th, 1892. The first resident priest assigned to the church was Reverend Louis Laroque. Father Laroque resided in a rectory which was built next to the new church located on Felker Street. In 1920 the church building was transported to its present location on Main Street and a new rectory was constructed. The following year, a Parish School staffed by the Sisters of Holy Cross opened its doors. In 1966 both the Church and the School were completely refurbished. St. Leo School, which made a valuable contribution to the community for 50 years, closed its doors in 1971. The next twenty years were years of transition and change for our small Catholic community.
We remain grateful for the many priests who served in our midst and who ministered with fidelity and care. The 90s have brought about'change and newness for the people of Saint Leo. With a call for collaboration among priests, people and parishes, Father Paul Montminy, Pastor of Holy Rosary Church in Rochester, assumed the task of taking on the responsibility as pastor of St. Leo Parish. Many improvements have come to St. Leo Parish due to his devotion and tireless efforts. With the help of Father Bill Deschamps, the associate pastor, and Sister Lucille Monette and Sister Loretta Monette, who serve as pastoral associates, the parish has prospered and grown. St. Leo Catholic Kindercare has been established and is now housed in the school area of the church building.
Our staff of five adults, working with over 40 children, is addressing a real need for our young families. There is a strong feeling of community between both young and old in the parish and a real sense of belonging. As St. Leo Parish Community celebrates its 100th year, 235 families are currently registered. Our Lord has bestowed many blessings on this Catholic Community. May we give thanks and pray that God's help and inspiration be ever present as we move toward the future together.
Officially, St. Leo Church was not recognized as a parish until October 19th, 1892. The first resident priest assigned to the church was Reverend Louis Laroque. Father Laroque resided in a rectory which was built next to the new church located on Felker Street. In 1920 the church building was transported to its present location on Main Street and a new rectory was constructed. The following year, a Parish School staffed by the Sisters of Holy Cross opened its doors. In 1966 both the Church and the School were completely refurbished. St. Leo School, which made a valuable contribution to the community for 50 years, closed its doors in 1971. The next twenty years were years of transition and change for our small Catholic community.
Our staff of five adults, working with over 40 children, is addressing a real need for our young families. There is a strong feeling of community between both young and old in the parish and a real sense of belonging. As St. Leo Parish Community celebrates its 100th year, 235 families are currently registered. Our Lord has bestowed many blessings on this Catholic Community. May we give thanks and pray that God's help and inspiration be ever present as we move toward the future together.
St. Leo Church FAQs
Question: Where is St. Leo Church located?
Answer: St. Leo Church is located at 32 Pickering Rd, Gonic, New Hampshire.
Question: Who is St. Leo Church's pastor?
Answer: St. Leo Church's pastor is Rev. Matthew Schultz.
Question: What time is mass at St. Leo Church?
Answer: Sunday 11:00 am Holy Days 12:00 pm Shared staff with Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Parish, Rochester
Question: What is St. Leo Church's Facebook page?
Answer: https://www.facebook.com/ourladyoftheholyrosaryandstleoparishes/
Question: What is St. Leo Church's website?
Answer: https://hrsl.org
Question: What denominaiton is St. Leo Church?
Answer: St. Leo Church belongs to Roman Catholic denomination.
Answer: St. Leo Church is located at 32 Pickering Rd, Gonic, New Hampshire.
Question: Who is St. Leo Church's pastor?
Answer: St. Leo Church's pastor is Rev. Matthew Schultz.
Question: What time is mass at St. Leo Church?
Answer: Sunday 11:00 am Holy Days 12:00 pm Shared staff with Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Parish, Rochester
Question: What is St. Leo Church's Facebook page?
Answer: https://www.facebook.com/ourladyoftheholyrosaryandstleoparishes/
Question: What is St. Leo Church's website?
Answer: https://hrsl.org
Question: What denominaiton is St. Leo Church?
Answer: St. Leo Church belongs to Roman Catholic denomination.
Accept, O Lord
Accept, O Lord, my entire liberty, my memory, my understanding and my will. All that I am and have thou hast given to me; and I give all back to thee to be disposed of according to they good pleasure. Give me only the comfort of thy presence and the joy of thy love; with thee I shall be more than rich and shall desire nothing more.
St. Leo Church listing was last updated on the 9th of December, 2022
