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June 16, 2013
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
Mission Statement
We, the Roman Catholic Parish of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton,
are an all-embracing, diverse Christian community who warmly
welcomes everyone to join us. We draw closer to God and one
another through worship, which nourishes us for service to our
brothers and sisters. We choose to combine our many gifts to
teach, celebrate, evangelize, help those in need and proclaim the
Gospel of Jesus in word and deed. Amen.
NOTES FROM FR. ROGER
MENSAJES DE PADRE ROGER
Happy Father’s Day to all the Dads, Grandfathers
and Godfathers of the Parish.
Feliz Dia de los Padres a todos!
Gentlemen…thank you for the gift of life and faith
that you offer to us your children. We appreciate
your guidance and love as we all move through the
years together. May God continue to bless you and
keep you strong in your faith and family life.
Vacation Bible School begins this week. Thank you
for your support of this program that has been part of
Seton life for many, many years. And thank you to
Mary Holmburg, Kiersten Ciach, the youth ministry
and the many volunteers who make this event
happen. Our children love it and they learn so much
about their faith and about God’s love for them.
And in a few days…the official beginning of summer
will be here. Enjoy these days and months that are
ahead. Our Family Carnival will be in July…it is
always a grand time for all. Invite your family and
friends to join us. Bien Venidos todos al Carnivale.
An open invitation to all Catholics to celebrate Mass
with Bp. Malooly on Thursday, June 21st at 7:00pm at
Holy Cross in Dover…this Mass will celebrate the
Fortnight of Freedom, which the Bishops of the USA
have asked Catholics to join in with prayer and
support.
NEXT WEEK’S READINGS
Zech.12: 10-11, 13:1, Galatians 3:26-29, Luke 9: 18-24
11th Sunday in Ordinary Time
IMPORTANT INFORMATION - In the issue of
the Dialog, you will find a very important article on
the Lay Employee Pension Plan. The plan is a major
component of the Sustaining Hope for the Future
campaign.
The campaign assessment study
conducted last December and recent meetings with
parishioners throughout the diocese reveal that there
are many misperceptions and misunderstandings
about the plan. This important article highlights the
history of the plan and details the need for additional
funding.
Our lay employees touch our lives in so many ways:
from the parish secretary to the director of religious
education; from the Catholic school teacher to the
cemetery worker. These lay employees dedicate their
lives to our Church. We must honor their work and
service and keep our promise of a retirement benefit.
We urge you to pick up the latest issue of the Dialog
and read the full story. You can also access the Dialog
online through the diocesan website at CDOW.org.
ADULT FORMATION
Anita Wood - 322-6430 x 115
anita.wood@setonparish.net
Bible Reflection Group - Tuesday, at 7:00rm. 106.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Theresa Burke, ext. 102
Theresa.Burke@setonparish.net
Religious Education Registration – Have you
registered your child for Religious Education? We are
ordering books and supplies and we want to make
sure we have enough for your child. Forms are now
on line and in the Gathering space. You can now
pay your tuition on line with a credit card.
OUTREACH – We are looking for volunteers to
cover the Outreach office from 9am to 12 noon
Monday through Friday.
Your duties will be to
answer the phones, take request for the food pantry,
and messages for St. Vincent dePaul Society. For
more information contact Evelyn at 454-1234
QUESTION OF THE WEEK
11th Sunday in Ordinary Time – “Jesus said to the
penitent woman, “Your sins are forgiven.” But those
who were at the table with him began to say among
themselves, “Who is this who even forgives sins?”
Adults: Who is someone who needs your forgiveness
right now?
Children: How hard is it to forgive someone who has
hurt you? What an help you forgive?
BROTHER KNIGHTS and your families, have a safe
and enjoyable summer. Our next meeting is Tuesday,
July 23 @ 7:30 pm in the Seton Center.
To all men interested in learning what the Knights do
and about joining our Organization, please speak with
any Knight or call Mike Garko, Grand Knight, @
836-6007. Thank you
MASS INTENTIONS
Saturday, June 15
5:00pm
Ann Mackay & Fathers of the parish
Sunday, June 16
7:30am
Fathers of the parish
9:15am
11:00am
Fathers of the parish
Fathers of the parish
Monday, June 17
8:30am
Charles Glezman
Tuesday, June 18
7:00pm
Kevin Munley
Wednesday, June 19
8:30am
Reuel Carreon deVilla
Thursday, June 20
8:30am
James Kelly
Saturday, June 22
5:00pm
Lorraine Teague
Sunday, June 23
7:30am
Angelo Ralph Bucci
9:15am
Lawrence Smythe
11am
Edmond Levey
WEEKLY OFFERING
6/9/13 Offertory
Electronic Giving
Father’s Day
$9,120.20
$ 600.00
$1,164.00
“As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one
other as good stewards of God’s varied grace…so
that in all things God may be glorified.”
1Peter 4: 10-11
Thank you for your continued support.
ELECTRONIC GIVING -For electronic donations
go to the parish web site www.setonparish.net and
click on the icon “Parish Giving.”
CLEANING CORP Team “B” is scheduled for
Friday, June 21st at 9am. Thanks to all our cleaners
for your work.
MEETINGS OF THE WEEK
Tues., June 18
7:00pm Bible Reflections
Thur., June 20
12:30pm Crochet Group
6:45pm Cantor Practice
Fri., June 21
5:30pm 50+ Group
CHOIR - Ah summer is here, and with it comes the
return of many familiar tunes and hymns so that the folks
in the music ministry get a bit of a breather from weekly
rehearsals. For those of you who enjoy music and have
been gifted by God with either vocal or instrumental
ability, now is also the time to consider whether you can
find the time to return that gift for the worship of God.
To make it easier for anyone considering singing or playing
an instrument (from trombone to banjo or even an
accordion!) we are going to try an experiment. If you
wish to "try us out", come in on Tuesday, September 17th,
and meet us and see the fun that we do have in offering
our musical talents back to God. If God sends you, we
are happy to have you sing.
If you want to sing only for Christmas season, that is
acceptable also. We start rehearsing Christmas music in
October. We realize that sometimes you can't make
rehearsal because of work or family. We still need you.
If you have ever sat through a mass and listened to a singer
or a choir and turned to your family and said "I could do
better than that!" well, here's your chance to make good on
that claim. All parts are needed, and all ages are
welcome. Call if you have any questions, 392-898-3463.
IF YOU WERE WAITING FOR A PERSONAL
INVITATION THIS IS IT....
50+ JUNE GATHERING - Thanks to Bob Miller
and his group "Flashback" for making our May
Gathering so much fun...The music was great, food
yummy , and exercise and fun. We will do this again
next year.
So here it is June and our last Gathering until
September will be on June 21st.....This month we will
have a picnic theme with the Group providing
hamburgers and hot dogs and the attendees providing
the side. Most likely you pick something at the last
Gathering....if you did not please bring a dish
appropriate for a picnic for yourself and 9 people.
We will have two speakers from the Lions Club, Fred
Williamson and Sabie Strzala...the topic Blindness and
Low Vision. Thanks to Kathy Lomas for arranging
the speakers.
As mentioned we will have a picture guessing
contest...so hopefully many will participate....please
send to me beforehand if possible a picture of
yourself age 10 and up.....Everyone will have a chance
to guess who is who ...prizes will be awarded. Please
do not send valuable pictures...just send copies.
Questions, Pat Taylor 378-3170, 419-7866,
pattay227@verizon.net Hope to have a great closing
of fun and successful year....
SETON’S YOUTH MINISTRY
CYM -Mary Holmburg Ext. 104
Mary.Holmburg@setonparish.net
June 17-21
VBS Camp 8am-1PM.
2013 CONFIRMATION PROGRAM
9/6-9/13 Weekend Retreat - Please mark your
calendars and make plans to attend this important
weekend retreat.
YMLC- Youth Ministry Leadership Committee
meeting is scheduled at 7pm on the 4th Tuesday of
each Month.
VACATION MASS GUIDE -Before you head to
the beach, check out the Vacation Mass Guide. Get
Mass times for churches in the Delaware resort
communities and along the Chesapeake Bay. You’ll
find the Vacation Mass guide on the Diocese of
Wilmington’s website www.cdow.org.
Remember to check out our Parish Website…for
the up-coming events and to register for Electronic
Donations to our parish.
SETON’S 25TH FAMILY CARNIVAL
JULY 15TH – 20TH
What: Special Raffle -- Disney Family Vacation
This year's SPECIAL RAFFLE will be a DISNEY
FAMILY VACATION valued at approximately $4,500!!
Tickets can be purchased after each weekend mass from
committee members or in the parish office, weekdays
between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Ticket prices are $20 each
or 3/$50.
For further information, please visit
www.setonfamilycarnival.com or contact Barb 3287977.
What: Regular cash raffle
Grand Prize is $2,500 | 1st prize is $500 | 2nd prize is $250
Ticket prices are $2/ea. or 7/$10. Tickets will be sent in
the mail to registered parishioners. In addition, we will
have our jar raffles and a nightly 50/50. For further
information, please visit www.setonfamilycarnival.com.
What: Beautiful Baby Contest
When: Wednesday, July 17th | Time: 6:30 p.m. |
Location: Church Hall
Enter your newborn to 36 months old in our Beautiful
Baby Contest. $10/per entry; Winners will receive a $25
gift card. Arrive early and have photographs taken with
Miss Delaware USA. Registration forms can be found at
www.setonfamilycarnival.com or via email to frankinvest@comcast.net.
What: Volunteer Sign-ups
When: Weekend of June 1-2 through July 6-7 before and
after all of the masses.
Please consider sharing your time and talent to be part of
this vital fund-raiser for the parish. It’s a great opportunity
to be of service to the church/community and enjoy the
fun and fellowship that goes along with volunteering! For
any questions, please contact Cindy at (302) 834-2883 or
clg247@comcast.net. **Please note, that sign-ups will be
available online soon. Stay tuned for details.
What: Tickets, Tickets, Tickets!
Advance Mega Pass (all week, all rides, get into carnival for
free) - $35, during carnival Mega Pass - $40, Advance
individual ride tickets (sheet of 16) - $10. During carnival
individual tickets $ .75 sheet of 28 - $20
Family nights (Tuesday & Wednesday) Ride unlimited
rides for $20/ea. night (cost does not include admission to
the carnival). For further information, please visit
www.setonfamilycarnival.com.
What: ADMISSION (Under 13 w/paying adult and
over 64, Free Admission) Advance weekly admission
pass (get into the carnival each night) - $10.00 during
carnival weekly admission pass - $15.00, Nightly admission
during carnival - $5.00 (cannot be purchased in advance)
for information, please visit www.setonfamilycarnival.com.