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November 24, 2013 St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe

Mission Statement Thanksgiving Day Mass will be at 9:00am. We, the Roman Catholic Parish of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, are an all-embracing, diverse Christian The Pope wants your opinion…thus reads the community who warmly welcomes everyone to join us. statement sent by the Vatican requesting the People of We draw closer to God and one another through God to dialogue with the Holy Father. Pope Francis is worship, which nourishes us for service to our brothers seeking to know the “Sense of the Faithful” regarding and sisters. We choose to combine our many gifts to the modern realities of our life and our journey as teach, celebrate, evangelize, help those in need and family. This information, collected world-wide, will be proclaim the Gospel of Jesus in word and deed. Amen. used to help prepare for the Synod on the Family in 2014 (in Rome). Anyone who would like to enter into this NOTES FROM FR. ROGER dialogue….we will be meeting on Wednesday, December MENSAJES DE PADRE ROGER 4th at 7 pm in the Chapel for prayer and discussion. If you cannot make the meeting, you can submit your responses to Fr. Roger. Using the website offered the responses will be written up and sent to the U.S. conference of Catholic Bishops, to Vatican Officials, and to the Holy Father himself. Please visit www.papalsurvey.com for more details. Hope to see “Sustaining Hope for the Future”…reminds us that you at the meeting. Remember, the Church is all of us we journey together as a parish and Diocese. We are together, as a Pilgrim People on a journey, as Vatican II called to bring healing and to serve the needs of ADVENT RETREAT God’s holy people. May we heed the call of the Lord Scripture, Songs and Prayers of Praise to joyfully minister together in this great endeavor of Presented by: The Seton Prayer Ministry the Diocese. Our generosity will help our beloved Hosted by: The Adult Formation Committee Seton Parish and will help the Diocese of Wilmington Interpreted for the Hearing Impaired to continue its important ministry for generations yet “For With God, Nothing is ever impossible!” to come…our future is in our hands. Luke 1:37 As we approach the Thanksgiving Holiday, we are Join us for an evening of Contemporary Prayer reminded once again of the many blessings that God and Praise. has given to us. Even in the midst of difficult times, All ages are welcome! God journeys with us and inspires us to give thanks Monday, December 2, 2013, 6:30 – 8:30 pm and to help others along the way. Light refreshments will be served. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish has a powerful reminds us…your voice does matter and your voices are history of helping during this time of year. There are heard by God. the donations to the food closet, to the various drives Fr. Roger by the Angel Tree and St. Vincent DePaul Star Tree, and the used coat drive and a host of other projects RELIGIOUS EDUCATION and programs. Your kindness and generosity are Theresa Burke, ext. 102 deeply appreciated. [email protected] May you be blest for all you do... and what we do are Adult Formation- Bible Reflection Group, Tuesdays, Corporal Works, of Mercy. This is a long standing 7-8pm, room 106 in the Formation Center. ministry that many religious communities of all faiths Men of Faith- Monthly gathering – September - May, participate in together. What a wonderful opportunity 2nd Saturday of the month, 10am in the Chapel. to teach your children about this aspect of our faith. What a great opportunity to get your children WCC Home Study- The next class is 12/8, 10:30-12:30. involved in the life of the wider community. REMINDER – The parish office will be closed on Thank you for your continued support. Wed., Nov. 27th, Thurs., Nov. 28th, & Fri, Nov. 29th. LECTORS & EMHC – Please pick up your work MULTICULTURAL CHRISTMAS DISPLAY th books on the shelf in the meditation hallway. Dec. 14 in the Gathering Space – Please bring items that represent your ethnic or American Christmas QUESTION OF THE WEEK traditions to share with other parishioners. Deliver th “For in Christ, all the fullness of God was pleased to before noon on Dec.11 . Contact Sharon at dwell, and through Him, God was pleased to reconcile [email protected] or 545-3383 to let her know you to Himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, are participating. by making peace through the blood of his cross.” CONCERT - Move away from the commercialism and (Colossians 1:19-20) start your holiday season observance by enjoying a free Adult Question: Following the example of Jesus, what concert for the entire family, featuring the large is the best way to exercise your authority over others? University of Delaware Osher Lifelong Learning Chorus Child’s Question: What qualities would a good leader and the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton musicians on the have? Which of these are you trying to develop? first Sunday of Advent, December 1st at 3:00 PM here at Seton Parish. The event is open to the public as well as our parish family. Free refreshments will be served after the concert. BROTHER KNIGHTS, our next meeting will be a 1st MEETINGS OF THE WEEK & 2nd Degree ceremony on Tuesday, Nov. 26 @ 7:00 pm. Nov. 25th 6:30pm YM PG Gathering To all men interested in learning what the Knights do Nov. 26th 6:30pm Children’s Christmas Choir contact Mike Garko, Grand Knight, @ 836-6007. 7:00pm Bible Reflection MASS INTENTIONS 7:30pm Adult Choir Saturday, Nov. 23 7:30pm K of C 5:00pm Dorothy Pickard Sunday, Nov. 24 7:30pm Worthy Ladies 7:30am Marie Stevens 7:30pm San Marcos 9:15am Lillian Furness 11:00am Artemio & Zenaida Espiritu Nov. 29th 7:30pm Filipiana Choir Monday, Nov. 25 Nov. 30th 5:00pm Giving Tree 8:30am Wm. Southard Jones CLEANING CORP Team “C” is scheduled for Saturday, November 30th at 9am. Thank you for all for Tuesday, Nov. 26 your work. 7:00pm Carol Perry (living) NEXT WEEK’S READINGS Wednesday, Nov. 27 Isaiah 2: 1-5, Romans 13: 11-14, Matthew 24: 37-44 8:30am Angelina “Jean” Suppa GIVING TREE Thursday, Nov 28 Put a little light in the life of a Child this Christmas. 9:00am Allen Van Haute As a parish we make up baskets for those in our community who are struggling to make ends meet. At Saturday, Nov. 30 the same time, we have opened a Toy Room, where the 5:00pm Jim & Ann Mackay needy may choose a gift or two for each child. If you would like to help, please take a star from the Giving Sunday, Dec. 1 Tree and bring a new unwrapped gift to the gathering 7:30am Dolly & Goon Kalicheran space before Dec 13. The stars are suggestions; any 9:15am Leroy & Elsie Duffin new toys or gifts are greatly appreciated! Many of the 11:00am Carlota Abril & Bill Ward children are between 8 and 16, so keep in mind gifts for older children As a parish, you have always been very WEEKLY OFFERING generous. Offertory 11/17/13 $10,169.60 Turkeys are also needed to complete the baskets. Fuel $ 733.00 There is plenty of room in our freezers. They can be dropped off during office hours 8-4 Mon.-Thurs. MONTHLY BINGO is Friday, December 6th, 2013, 7-10PM. BE SURE TO CHECK OUT OUR from 7 - 10PM. Doors open at 6PM. The 20 game FACEBOOK PAGE AND YM-WEBPAGE packet costs is $20. Additional packets and specials can 50 + GROUP be purchased. Food and beverages are available. December Christmas Gathering is THURSDAY 12/12 There is a 50/50 drawing. Please plan to attend and @ 6:00pm in the Hall. Cost $7 and it is a catered meal. bring a friend/relative for an evening of fun and More details next month...Dues of $10 must be paid to fellowship. Must be 18 to attend. come to Christmas Gathering... FOOD PANRTY REVERSE COLLECTION The Don't forget the Slots and Shopping to Maryland Live Food Pantry along with the St. Vincent dePaul Society Casino and Anne Arundel Mall ...12/14 Cost $35 ...$20 will be providing holiday food baskets to families in back in slot dollars. Contact Pat, need. We will distribute requests for food at Mass on [email protected] or 302-378-3170-H, 302-419- Nov 24th & 25th and ask that parishioners bring their 7866-C you can text that number...look forward to items on Nov. 30th & Dec. 1st. celebrating the holidays with our 50+ friends. SETON’S YOUTH MINISTRY COATS FOR A CAUSE My name is Andrew Furman and I would like to ask for your help with a project I am working on called “Coats CYM -Mary Holmburg Ext. 104 for a Cause” where we collect gently used coats for [email protected] those in need both here at Seton and in our community. Seton Tweens (6th -8th grade) & Teens (9th -12 grade) I know this time of year many worthy causes ask for Monday Night Gatherings are held on the following money or other donations…all I am asking you for is to dates-11/25, 12/9, 1/6, 1/20, 2/3, 3/3, 3/17, 4/14, & 4/28 look through your closets for any extra coats you may -Time 6:30-8:30pm., Come join us for a fun, faith filled not need. There will be a bin in the Gathering Space experience. Our Next Gathering is Monday November during each mass labeled “Coats for a Cause” starting on 25, 2013. Hope to see you there! Youth Ministry is on November 30th. We would appreciate that all coats be th the move… growing by leap and bounds, but we are in dropped off no later than December 12 so the coats can need of your help and participation…If you are looking be available to those in need during the St. Vincent de for leadership opportunities and are 17+ and older, or Paul Societies’ Food & Toy Drive Distribution on Dec. you are a youth parishioner looking for a way to get 14th. involved, we have the best opportunity for you. Youth Ministry programs include. Peer Gatherings, Leadership LECTORS AND THOSE INTERESTED Development, Social and Educational activities and There will be Lector Training for all existing lectors and events, Service Ministry, Music & Liturgical Ministries, those interested in this ministry. All current lectors Athletics and Scouting. Join us on Monday Peer should plan on attending one of these sessions. These gathering Nights or contact Mary Holmburg, sessions will be in preparation for Installation of Lectors Coordinator of Youth Ministry at x104. ALL are in our parish. All sessions will be held in the church on welcome. 11/25 at 8:30pm or 12/7 at 12:30pm. Please contact Maxine Hall ([email protected]) or Deacon Youth Service Opportunities: We need Santa Barry ([email protected]) to confirm. helpers! Call 302-322-6430 x104or email [email protected]. Central Europe Pilgrimage with Father Joe Cocucci December 13, 14 &15th-Toy Room and Santa Breakfast June 01-12, 2014 12 days/10 nights $3999 per Friday Night –TBD, Saturday Morning Toy Room 9- person/double 2pm and Sunday, Breakfast with Santa 8am-12noon. Visit: GERMANY, AUSTRIA, CZECH REPUBLIC Please join Father Cocucci on this exciting tour of some Consider becoming a Peer Group Discussion Leader. of Europe’s most beautiful and historic cities. Visit some WE ARE LOOKING TO RECRUIT AND TRAIN of the sites associated with the life of St. John Neumann. STRONG ROLE MODLES FOR OUR YOUTH R/t air from Newark. Breakfast daily. 7 dinners. Two MINISTRY PROGRAMS. Come share your love for evenings with traditional entertainment. Extensive Jesus and his teachings. Contact Mary Holmburg at 322- sightseeing. Premier Tours escort. For additional 6430 X104. information contact: Premier Tours: 800 932 9213; CLUB SETON DANCE SCHEDULE [email protected] 12/21, 01/18/14, 02/15, 03/15, 05/17. We Give Thanks Our Father in Heaven, We give thanks for the pleasure of gathering together for this occasion. We give thanks for this food Prepared by loving hands. We give thanks for life, the freedom to enjoy it all and all other blessings. As we partake of this food, we pray for health and strength to carry on and try to live as You would have us. This we ask in the name of Christ, Our Heavenly Father. - Harry Jewell From Fr. Roger, Deacon Bill, Deacon Barry and the staff at Seton Parish, we wish you a Happy Thanksgiving.