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Saint Joseph's Cathedral

Tourist attraction Church Catholic church Religious organization Catholic cathedral

One of the Top rated Tourist attractions in Manchester


Address

145 Lowell St, Manchester, NH 03104

Website

www.stjosephcathedralnh.org

Contact

(603) 622-6404

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (223 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Monday: 6 AM to 5 PM
  • Tuesday: 6 AM to 5 PM
  • Wednesday: 6 AM to 5 PM
  • Thursday: 6 AM to 5 PM
  • Friday: 6 AM to 5 PM
  • Saturday: 7 AM to 5 PM
  • Sunday: 7 AM to 7 PM

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  • 5/5 kelly a. 2 years ago on Google
    I live an hour away in northern New Hampshire. I’ve converted from atheism in the past few years. I’ve taken a journey through all denominations of Christianity and finally have chosen Catholicism. In my quest of rigorous study and truth seeking, I have learned many things that disturbed me about how most Catholic churches operate today. It has been very difficult to find a church that I trust in. I have even been to some “Catholic masses“ where there is no reverence for the Eucharist. I once attended a mass where the body of Christ was dropped on the floor and then tossed casually onto the altar to be dealt with later like piece of paper to be thrown in the trash can. I literally want to cry thinking about it. Needless to say I’ve lost faith and trust in many churches and my biggest challenge has been to find one that I can call home. St. Joseph’s Cathedral feels like it might be that place for me. So much so that I am willing to commute two hours every Sunday just to attend services. I pray the Holy Spirit continues to bless this church. I fear we are running out of sanctuary’s and true houses of worship. 😞
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nick R. 1 year ago on Google
    I'm lucky enough to live a few blocks away from this church while I am here in NH for work for the winter. Great things this church does: no extraordinary Eucharistic ministers, kneelers for Communion if you choose to receive on the tongue, Fr Jason has inspiring homilies, gorgeous choir & organ, Cathedral and chapel are both equally as stunning. (Edit, two things I forgot originally: no donation baskets going around during Mass to distract from the Mass, church bells at Mass time). This is what people want out of Catholic Mass- reverence and tradition and it shows as the pews are pretty full and quite a bit of young people & younger married couple with kids.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 PeterJ R. 1 year ago on Google
    Very nice and unique structure externally. But it's under renovation so no interior access right now except during Sunday Mass.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kenneth “Red Beard” R. 2 years ago on Google
    St. Joseph's cathedral is a delightful and beautiful parish. The choir is outstanding. Great parishioners as well.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Therese M. 2 years ago on Google
    It's my parish so I might be prejudiced but homilies from our pastor/rector are always beautiful. Lovely old cathedral needing many interior repairs. Gorgeous stained glass windows.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nikki D. 2 years ago on Google
    Father Jason is truly an amazing priest. He handled the election and the pandemic well. He is in the right place. He allowed everyone to come into his church without judgment and unnecessary rules. He is a true leader sent from above ensuring everyone has a spot with God. It is a blessing to have him. Praying for him daily to make sure our churches remain open. This is the kind of leadership that should be emulated.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Candi F. 7 months ago on Google
    The mist beautiful church ever! I enjoy going there .
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Thomas C. 1 year ago on Google
    Being refurbished. Massive cathedral!! Well light. Inspiring murals and vivid colorful stained glass windows. Large elaborate vivid carvings adorn a Massive central central alter and walls. Relays the feeling of calm and serenity. Uplifting sermons and inspiring words.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bita H. 1 year ago on Google
    beautiful place. Amen to all answered prayers.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Joseph T. 7 months ago on Google
    Came for the baptism, stayed for the thick cloud of frankincense.

  • 5/5 Evan Srinathji D. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful community! I can tell that what they're doing here is good, because every couple of days, a man named Patrick so mercifully comes and removes garbage from the property. He does this knowing that in a few hours, more city filth will accumulate. His dedication and devotion is inspiring! Thanks Patrick!

  • 5/5 Heather A. 8 months ago on Google
    Beautiful church; traditional Catholic Mass; the music and cantors are top notch; warm and welcoming community! Father Jason is amazing! Be sure to stop by the new Gift Shop located in the rectory office!!!

  • 5/5 Grant H. 7 months ago on Google
    A beautiful Cathedral, especially the stained glass windows over the Sanctuary, and the stations of the cross.

  • 5/5 Kim S. 1 year ago on Google
    The absolute nicest people on earth . Such a beautiful church ❤️🥰

  • 5/5 Rene L. 1 year ago on Google
    It is always great to spend time with my fellow men of St Joseph Brothers as we Honor our spiritual father St Joseph.

  • 4/5 Ronnie P. 1 year ago on Google
    Very nice Cathedral but closed when visited but we stayed around the corner and prayed and took pictures on it we are blessed to see it.

  • 5/5 Carla D. 1 year ago on Google
    Gorgeous Gothic Catholic Church. Beautiful Mass with Cardinal Sean O'Malley.

  • 5/5 Jeannine M. 1 year ago on Google
    They Cathedral is a special church beautiful

  • 5/5 Peter K. 2 years ago on Google
    Most beautiful church I've ever seen.

  • 4/5 Nicholas P. 5 years ago on Google
    Unfortunately the main church was locked up, but we were able to spend some time in the small daily Mass chapel, which was beautiful. I would love to return and see the rest.


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