H3O - Offering a hand, a heart and a ray of hope

H₃O
A Women’s Ministry
Offering a Hand, a Heart and a ray of Hope

H₃O is a women’s ministry that welcomes women of all ages and faith backgrounds. We are a group of women who seek to enrich our lives through new and old friendships, the love of Christ and the sacredness of trust.

The H₃O core values of connections, community, challenge and Christ seek to inspire each woman and appeal to her desire to grow spiritually, socially and/or through community outreach and volunteerism.

We connect through monthly socials, a prayer group, faith-sharing gatherings, retreats and community outreach projects. H₃O welcomes you to attend as many events as you wish.

Come as a stranger and leave as our friend! Everyone is welcome!

H₃O does not meet during the summer months. See the H₃O calendar for the 2010-1011 year (coming soon)!  You may email us for more information about any of the information below by using the parish contact form.

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H₃O PICTURE GALLERY

Click here to view pictures from past H₃O events.

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H₃O Socials ... Come as a Stranger, Leave as a Friend!

Join us as we gather and enjoy old and new friendships.  Each monthly get together features a different theme.  Come learn and explore new ideas that will challenge and inspire you.

Fall Kick-off Date: Wednesday, Oct 6, 2010; 7-9p.m.; ICC Hall. Just show up.

Monthly, 1st Wednesday of each month 7pm

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“Heart Whisperers” … a prayer ministry of H₃O

Come join us as we go deeper in our faith exploring God’s Word and learning how to release His kingdom, power and authority through intercessory prayer. At each session we open our hearts to the power and movement of the Holy Spirit. During each meeting, the H3O Women’s Ministry, prayer intentions and personal needs are lifted up to our Lord.

Fall kick-off date:  Monday, Sept 13; 9:30a.m; ICC Chapel.  Just show up.

Weekly, Monday mornings at 9:30a.m.

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“Heart Strings”… Where Every Heart Can Share, Every String is a Different Color and a Different Voice

NEW H₃O Ministry

Share the everyday experiences that shape your life and nourish your heart in an environment of sacred trust. Group discussions and personal meditation will reflect upon life experiences through Christ’s teachings.

Fall kick-off date: Sept. 15 ( 3rd evening, monthly, 7pm, at ICC). Just show up.

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“Hand in Hand” ….together we connect

NEW H3O ministry

It’s an ideal way for women to share common passions and hobbies, socialize and experience friendship. Hand in Hand’s small interest groups offer something for every woman from book groups to biking groups.

If you are interested in being a part of these groups or for more information please email us by using the contact form.

Click here to see some of the groups being offered “Hand in Hand”

Kick-off Date: Summer/Fall 2010 ...YOU decide when to begin!

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“Retreats” … creating a sacred space

Each fall and spring we gather to create a sacred space for prayer, reflection and faith sharing at a gentle pace. Each retreat honors the need for silence as well as words, and both personal and communal time.

Fall: Saturday, Nov. 20; 9a.m.- 3p.m.; ICC Hall; Theme: “Wonder FULL World”

Spring: Saturday, April 9; 9a.m.-3p.m.

We ask that you register ahead for all retreats, space is limited. Each retreat will have a separate registration fee. More information coming soon.

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H₃O “Outreach” … together our hands can improve our community and challenge our hearts

Grow spiritually and socially as we draw inspiration from each other and the community we serve.  Make a difference in the lives of others – and your own – through your gift of community service.

Organizations and events sponsored by H₃O serve our parish family and the greater Nashua community. Outreach opportunities are open to volunteers with limited time and those who wish to make a long-term commitment.

We have listed a couple of our ongoing outreach projects below. Please let us know what your interests are and we will keep you updated by email. Our outreach changes from time to time as specific needs arise.

Marguerite’s Place

(Marguerite’s Place is a transitional housing program for Women and Children in Crisis).

Volunteers needed for the preschool/daycare room in the following areas:

• Lunch: Help prepare meals or covering teachers lunch breaks (M-F 10a.m. - 12:30p.m.)
• Naptime: Help put children to sleep or do quiet activities with non-sleepers (M-F 11:00a.m. -2:00p.m.)
• One on One: Assist teachers with preschool aged children or play/read with infants and toddlers (M-F 9 - 11a.m. OR 2 - 5:30p.m.)

If you are interested in helping out in any of the above areas or for more information please email us using the contact form.

Refugee project

The goals of the refugee project thru H₃O at ICC are:

• To develop outreach ministry to the larger Nashua Community and to address the immediate basic needs with mutual dignity and respect and service;
• To develop personal relationships between parishioners and the refugees (family to family);
• To assist with helping the refugee families to become able to meet their own needs as much as they are able;
• To develop shared responsibility and collaboration with the refugee families;
• To broaden the awareness among parishioners to these families who now live in Nashua; and to respond to the refugee families with the compassion of Jesus;
• To collaborate with civic agencies, non-profit agencies and other churches.

If you are interested in helping out with this project or for more information please email us by using the contact form.

Get Involved and Help Build H₃O!

H₃O is blessed to serve all women. Maintaining this ministry takes many hands and we could use yours!  If you’re interested please email us using the contact form or call 888-0608 for more information on how you can be a part of this ministry. Thank you!