Saint Raphael Parish

About this church

Saint Raphael Parish in Manchester, New Hampshire, is a Catholic community on the city's West Side, entrusted to the Benedictine monks of Saint Anselm Abbey. Mass is celebrated on Saturday evening at 5 p.m. and on Sunday at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., and daily Mass is held in the chapel at noon Monday through Friday. The parish describes its Masses as traditional, with hymns and organ or piano accompaniment, and a parish choir sings at the 9 a.m. Sunday Mass. Confession is offered on Sundays from 4 to 4:45 p.m. or by appointment. Holy day schedules differ, so confirm times on the website.

Beyond Sunday worship, the parish holds First Friday Eucharistic adoration and posts a Children's Liturgy of the Word resource for families. Community care efforts include a food pantry, a parish nurse program, a knit and crochet group, a prayer line, and a community center. Parish groups include the Knights of Columbus, a women's fellowship group, and a Benedictine spirituality group, and liturgical ministries include lectors, Eucharistic ministers, and altar servers. Faith formation is offered for families and adults, and the parish supports Saint Benedict Academy. Mass is also available through livestream on the parish Facebook page. The parish office is open Monday through Thursday mornings, and newcomers can register through a parish form.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed October 5, 2026. Sources: Mass times, confession, adoration · Home page: parish description, office, contact · Livestream and events

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