August is practically here, and that means two of the best feasts in the Diocese return: the annual international food festival at Holy Angels, and the fabulous bull roast in Rock Hall. Be sure to check out these events, and more scheduled in the coming weeks in the Diocese of Wilmington:
Seafood Knights continues in Ocean City on Tuesdays through Sept. 1, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Enjoy home-made fish specialties – and new this year, preorders are available at SeafoodKnights.com. The Ocean City Lady Knights Auxiliary will also be participating each week by collecting school supplies for local students and hosting gift basket raffles to support the many charitable causes and outreach programs they serve. The hall is located at 9901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Md. Check it out when you’re at the beach.
The annual International Food Festival hosted by St. John/Holy Angels Parish, returns Aug. 9 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Different countries tables will set up at different times throughout the day; most are there by 11 a.m. There will also be entertainment. Check out the website and Facebook page for additional information, to volunteer, or to participate. All proceeds benefit the parish. Go to www.stjohn-holyangels.com or facebook.com/stjohnholyangels.
And on Aug. 16, from 1-5 p.m. be sure to check out the Annual Bull Roast hosted by St. John/Sacred Heart Parish at Rock Hall Volunteer Fire Company, 21500 Rock Hall Ave., Rock Hall, MD. Featuring all-you-can-eat, beer & soft drinks, music, bake sale, silent auction, and games. Advance tickets are $25 for adults & $12 for kids 7-12, kids under 7 are free. $30 at the door. For more information, call 410-778-3160 or purchase tickets at https://www.sacredparish.org
Families looking for faith-based fun are invited to join Christian Agility Training, a program to help kids improve balance, coordination, and quick directional changes. Hosted by Authentic Intentional Catholic Families, the remaining classes meet Aug. 10 & 24 at Delpark Manor Park, 2005 Telegraph Rd., Wilmington. There are two age groups, 5-8 and 9-15. Kids age 16+ can help train and instruct. Cost is $10 per session, $30 max per family. For more information and to register, call Erin, 302-375-1421.
St. Jude the Apostle Parish in Lewes wraps up its adult formation discussion series on Aug. 13, at 6:30 p.m. The topic is “Christianity in the age of artificial intelligence.” Sessions are held in the Parish Life Center and are free to attend, however, people are asked to register online in advance at www.stjudelewes.org or by calling 302-644-7413.
It may be summer, but men of the Diocese are encouraged to sign up now to share their faith at the inaugural Catholic Men of Delmarva Conference, onOct. 3, from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at St. Mark’s High School, Wilmington. The theme is Authentic Masculinity, and the day includes fellowship, music ministry, vendors, national speakers, and Mass with Bishop Koenig. Register now; for more information, go to www.DelmarvaCatholic.org.
Looking ahead:
The Annual Teardrops of St. Monica Devotions will take place Aug. 27 at Corpus Christi Church, 905 New Road, Wilmington. Rosary at 6:30 p.m., Mass at 7 p.m. This special Mass is celebrated each year to beg St. Monica’s intercession to touch the hearts of loved ones, who are away from their Catholic faith. We look for God’s graces to welcome our loved ones home to a life with the Lord! Teardrop cards filled out at the entrance of the church with the name/names of those dear to us! More information, contact The Columbiettes, tfccolumbiettes@gmail.com.
St. Hedwig Parish once again will mark the solemn anniversary of 9/11 at a 25th anniversary Mass on Sept. 11 at 6:30 p.m. at the parish, 408 S. Harrison St., Wilmington. Join Fr. Janusz and the St. Hedwig Community as they remember all our fallen heroes who gave the ultimate sacrifice for their country, state and community. For more information, call (302) 594-1400 or go to www.sthedwigde.org
Register now for the 34th Annual CYO Joseph A. McNesby Jr. Golf Outing on Sept. 16, a great way to support youth programs in the diocese. Register a foursome, become a sponsor, donate to the raffle. For more information and to register, go to: https://cdowcym.org/34th-cyo-joseph-a-mcnesby-jr-golf-outing/
For more golf, check out the 16th Annual Immaculate Conception/St. Jude Parish Golf Tournament, at Newark Country Club on Sept. 21 at 10:30 a.m. Registration and lunch start at 10:30 a.m., shotgun start at Noon. The day features great giveaways, prizes, beverages on the course and more. Cosst is $185 per golfer, sponsorships and dinner-only option are also available. Dinner at 5:15 p.m., live auction 6:30 p.m., awards at 7 p.m. For more information, or to register, call the parish office (410) 398-1100, or register online at //birdease.com/35437.
Sign up now for the next Catholic Business Network breakfast Sept. 18 at St. Joseph on the Brandywine Parish in Wilmington. The speaker will be Father Joseph W. McQuaide IV, Chancellor of the Diocese, who will speak on “Soul of business: Catholic leadership in the age of A.I.” Breakfast is $40 and first-time attendees are entitled to a free print and digital advertisement promoting their business in The Dialog and thedialog.org. Register at givecentral.org/cdow/Catholic-Business-Networking
Save the date for the UNBOUND: Freedom in Christ Conference, at Holy Angels on Sept. 26, presented by Matt Lozano of Heart of the Father Ministries. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. Are you stuck? Carrying hurt, unforgiveness, fear, anxiety, anger, guilt, etc.? Or do you want to help a friend? Join us for a day of hope, prayer, and practical teaching that helps you take hold of the freedom Jesus won for you and gave you at Baptism. For registration and more informationgo to eventbrite.com, search “Unbound conference, Newark, DE” or www.stjohn-holyangels.com and use the “aRise/Unbound” tab or go to facebook.com/stjohnholyangels. For questions, reach out to arise@holyangels.net or Amy Press (302) 731-2219.
Alumni from St. Francis Hospital School of Nursing are invited to celebrate 100 years since its founding, and 50 years for the final graduating class of 1976 on Oct. 18, at 1 p.m. Luncheon will be at Ed Oliver Golf Club, 800 DuPont Rd., in Wilmington. Bishop Koenig, the Sisters of St. Francis, and the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales will be in attendance. For more information, go to Facebook, The Saint Francis Hospital School of Nursing Alumni or contact Gerri Irish, ’69, RN, MSN, (302) 379-5847, girish9@verizon.net.
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