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Services

Nov. 6, Dec. 4, Jan. 1: First Friday Devotions, St. Matthew Church, 901 E. Newport Pike, Wilmington. Exposition 5 p.m., Mass following Benediction at 6 p.m. Continues on the first Friday of every month. All are welcome. More information, (302) 633-5850.

Nov. 6-7, Dec. 4-5, 5:30-10 p.m: Communion of Reparation Devotions, St. Hedwig Chapel, 408 S. Harrison St., Wilmington. More information, Janet Aluise, (302) 996-0482.

Nov. 29, Dec. 27, 4 p.m.: The Divine Liturgy Byzantine Rite, celebrated by Father Vlodymyr Klanichka, St. Jude the Apostle Roman Catholic Church, at 152 Tulip Drive, Lewes.  For more information call 302-762-5511. 

TBA, 4 p.m.: English-Filipino Mass, St. Elizabeth Parish in Wilmington, 809 S. Broom St, Wilmington. Most Rev. Efren Esmilla from Philadelphia is celebrant. Rosary will be prayed before Mass, with special intentions in thanksgiving for our children and young adults, and for God’s continued protection and guidance as they grow in faith, wisdom, and love. For more information or to request a Mass intention, please contact Dante and Millette Angeles at (302) 325-0556 (voice/text) or George Romero at (925) 325-3315.

Mondays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.: Millions of Monicas devotion, St. Patrick Church, 1414 King Street, Wilmington. Weekly prayer service for women only, inspired by the perseverance of St. Monica, patron saint of mothers. More information www.millionsofmonicas.com or lucy@millionsofmonicas.com.

Nov. 3 & 17, Dec. 1 & 15. 10:30 a.m.: Mass, Jesus House, Chapel of St. Joseph the Worker, 2501 Milltown Rd., Wilmington.  (First and third Tuesdays)

Nov. 1, 10 a.m. Annual Feast of St. Elizabeth, St. Elizabeth Church, 809 S. Broom St., Wilmington. Musical prelude at 9:30 a.m. Light reception to follow Mass. All are welcome. (302) 652-3626.

Dec. 7, 6 p.m.: Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick, St. Elizabeth Church, 809 S. Broom St., Wilmington. Services to ask God for spiritual, physical and emotional healing. There will be Eucharistic Adoration, Benediction, Liturgy of the Word, and devotional prayers to St. Elizabeth. All are welcome. (302) 652-3626. (First Mondays)

Mondays, 10:30 a.m.-noon: Centering Prayer, Jesus House Chapel of St. Joseph the Worker, 2501 Milltown Rd., Wilmington. Led by Bev Roberts. More information, www.jesushousecenter.org

Daily, noon: Mass at Sacred Heart Oratory, 917 N. Madison St., Wilmington. Also Sunday Mass at 9 a.m.

Fridays, 5 p.m.: Blue Hen Rosary, St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 200 E. Main Street, Newark. 5:00pm. Join us each week in praying the Rosary for our youth—especially those who may be struggling with addiction, facing personal challenges, or who have drifted away from the Church. More information, or to add someone’s name to the prayer log, contact bluehenrosary@gmail.com.

Right to Life

Join the Vigils for Life: Tuesdays, 9 a.m.-noon. pro-life vigil outside Wilmington Planned Parenthood, 7th and Shipley Sts. Coordinated by Delaware Right to Life. Contact: Mary Miller at (603) 903-5613. Thursdays, 9 a.m.-Noon outside of Dover Planned Parenthood, 805 S Governors Ave. Street parking available. Contact: Donna Latteri by text, (862) 266-1099. Thursdays, 9 a.m.-Noon: Seaford Planned Parenthood, 800 Health Services Drive, 10 am-noon, Tuesdays and Fridays, Call Jim, 443-655-2008.  Dover Planned Parenthood, 805 S. Governors Ave., 9 am-noon, Thursdays, Call Donna, 862-266-1099.

Vocations

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Programs

Nov. 5-8: Padre Pio Relics Exposition, National Centre for Padre Pio, 111 Barto Road, Barto, PA. Featuring more than 600 major relics of saints and blesseds of the Catholic Church. Held in celebration of All Saints’ Week and the Feast of the Holy Relics, the four-day exposition offers an extraordinary, potentially once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for prayer and reflection before relics of many of the most important and influential figures in the history of Catholicism. Opportunities for Mass and confessions. Relic presentation on Saturday at 1 p.m. More information, www.padrepio.org or call 610-845-3000.

Nov. 19-Jan.28, Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.-noon: Mary, a Biblical Walk with the Blessed Mother, Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, Multipurpose Room. to register, Rita McDowell, rmcdowell@ihm.org or 302-762-5550.

Nov. 12-Dec. 17, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Foundations of Faith, a Journey through the Catechism of the Catholic Church video series, followed by discussion led by Larry Appiot.  Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, Room 13 in the school. to register, Rita McDowell, rmcdowell@ihm.org or 302-762-5550.

Nov. 22, 10 a.m.: St. Helena’s Parish 90th Anniversary, 10 a.m. Mass, 11:30 a.m. Luncheon in Masci Hall. RSVP by Nov. 4,. $25 per person, $40 per couple. More information (302) 764-0325.

Dec. 4, March 5, June 4, 7:30 a.m.: The Catholic Business Network of the Diocese of Wilmington breakfasts. Doors open at 7:30 a.m. and the program begins at 8. 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. Dec. 4: Leadership with Purpose at St. Jude the Apostle, Lewes; March 5: Women, Leadership and Influence at Church of the Holy Child, Wilmington; June. 4: Legacy, Success and Giving Back at St. Ann, Wilmington. Register at givecentral.org/CDOW-Catholic-Business-Networking

Dec. 6, 12-3 p.m., Gingerbread House Decorating Party, hosted by St. Matthew, Corpus Christi Parish, St. Matthew Social Hall, 1 Fallon Ave. Wilmington. Register online at stmaathewsde.com or for more information, Debbie, 302-275-8717.

Grief Support Group. Holy Angels Church, 82 Possum Park Road, Newark. Grief is experienced in many ways—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. While every loss is unique, having the support of others who have experienced loss and understand it can be comforting. Join us on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. in parish center room 3. For more information, call 302-731-2435 or music@holyangels.net.

Neumann University cultural arts events schedule:  Nov. 5, 1:30 p.m. “No Greater Love: The Story of Michael Crescenz” presented by Kevin Ferris and Joe Crescenz.  Nov. 14, SOLD OUT: “Art for Everyone.” Nov. 24, 7 p.m.: Create a Thanksgiving Centerpiece Workshop. Dec. 3, 1:30 p.m. “Jazzed Up at Christmas Time” performed by Demetria Bailey and Skip Barthold. Feb. 4, 1:30 p.m. “Military Aide to President Reagan” presented by U.S. Marine Corps Aide Mark “Pete” Peterson. March 4, 1:30 p.m. “History, Religion, Oil or Water? Which Controls the Middle East?” presented by Dr. Thomas Ellis. March 15, 8:30 a.m.: A Day of Spiritual Renewal. March 16, 7 p.m.: Card Making with Dianne. March 18, 1:30 p.m. “Following the Drum: Women at the Valley Forge Encampment” presented by Nancy K. Loane. April 1, 1:30 p.m. “The History of Magic: A Multimedia Performance” presented by Mike Rose. April 11, 2 p.m.: Afternoon Tea, hosted by the Cultural Arts Forum Board. May 4, 7 p.m.: Mother’s Day Floral Workshop. May 6, 1:30 p.m. “A Fast, Fun Look at Philly’s Awesome Public Art & Sculpture” presented by Jim Murphy. For tickets, registration and additional information, go to www.neumann.edu/arts or call (610) 558-5626.

Retreats

TBA, Retrouvaille retreat, Malvern Retreat House, Family Life Center, Malvern, Pa. Program provides help for marriage problems difficulties or crises. More information and to register, marriagehelpdelval.org or (215) 766-3944. All inquiries confidential.

Nov. 6-8, Worldwide Marriage Encounter retreat, Brighton Suites, Rehoboth Beach: Learn tools to revitalize romance and deepen communication in your marriage. Get away for an intimate weekend. No group sharing required. For information or to register visit  www.wwme.org or call Tony and Linda Massino at 302-648-2228.

Nov. 6-8: Rachel’s Vineyard Catholic Retreat. This retreat offers emotional and spiritual healing for anyone who has struggled with grief and loss from abortion. Whether you are post-abortive or know someone who is, freedom awaits. Contact Nan Bernardo-Freeman by Oct. 11 at 302-463-7711 (call or text) or lucyminn929@gmail.com

Fundraisers

Nov. 21, 9-11 a.m.: Igniting Hope 5K (Formerly the Bishops 5K), Saint Mark’s High School, 2501 Pike Creek Road, Wilmington. Registration 8 a.m. $35, students and children under and under $25. Schools are encouraged to enter teams. Awards.All proceeds from the Igniting Hope 5K directly support Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Wilmington. More information and registration, runsignup.com/Race/DE/Wilmington/IgnitingHope

Nov. 20, 6-9:30 p.m.: Trivia Night, St. Matthew Social Hall, 1 Fallon Ave., Newport. Fundraiser for St. Matthew Food Pantry.  $10 per person donation. Games, prizes, food. Cash bar available. For tickets, contact Colette, 302-981-6103.

The Arts

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Festivals/Carnivals/Bazaars

Nov. 14, 9 a.m.- 7 p.m.: St. Helena Christmas Bazaar, 602 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington. Bake table, book nook, attic treasures, raffles, crafts, baskets, music, Italian dinner and more. Early bird Attic Treasures $5 for 7-9 a.m. access. More information, st.helenas.wilmington@gmail.com

Nov. 14, 2-9 p.m.: St. Elizabeth Christmas Bazaar, 809 S. Broom St., Grant Hall, Wilmington. Raffle baskets, vendors, baked goods. Interested vendors or questions, Erica Sherkey, esherkey@viking.pvt.k12.de.us

Nov. 20, 4-8 p.m., Nov. 21, 2-8 p.m.: Good Shepherd Parish Christmas Bazaar. Good Shepherd Catholic School, 800 Aiken Ave., Perryville, Md. Featuring handmade crafts, holiday shopping with vendors, bake stand, basket wheel, pictures with Santa, music by Good Shepherd School students, baked raffle and more. Grand raffle with $500 grand prize, $250 second prize, $100 third prize. Spaghetti dinner 4-7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, dine in or carry out. Adults $15, children 5-12 $8, 4 and younger $2. More information, (410) 642-6534.

Nov. 21, 9 a.m.- 1 p.m.: St. Helena Attic Treasures Sale, 602 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington. More information, st.helenas.wilmingto@gmail.com

Nov. 21, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.: Mount Aviat Academy Christmas Bazaar, 399 Childs Rd., Childs, Md. Featuring pictures with Santa, games of chance and 50/50 raffle tickets, Children’s Bazaar run by 8th grade students, delicious food including our famous cream puffs, as well as baked and homemade goods, a silent auction, and much more. More information, (410) 398-2206.

Dec. 6, 12-3 p.m., Gingerbread House Decorating Party, hosted by St. Matthew, Corpus Christi Parish, St. Matthew Social Hall, 1 Fallon Ave. Wilmington. Register online at stmaathewsde.com or for more information, Debbie, 302-275-8717.

Dec. 5, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.: Our Mother of Sorrows/St. Peter the Apostle Christmas Bazaar, Corbaley Hall, 302 Homewood Ave., Centreville, Md. Vendors and crafts, Secret Santa room for children 12 and under, white elephant room, silent auction. Food featuring chicken and dumplings, homemade Maryland crab soup, sandwiches, beverages, desserts; eat-in or take out. More information, sorrowsparish.org or call 410-758-0143.

Dec. 12, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.: Bells of St. Benedict Christmas Bazaar, St. Benedict Parish Hall, 408 Central Ave., Ridgely. Celebrate the joy and blessings of the Christmas season with a festive day of fellowship, holiday shopping, local vendors, delicious food, ticket auction, petting zoo, children’s activities, parish market, homemade cookie boxes, music and performances, and special visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Gather with family, friends and neighbors as we share in the spirit of faith, community and the true meaning of Christmas. For more information, call (410) 634-2253 or visit www.beparish.com

Save the date: April 24, 2027, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.: Flea Market, Bazaar and Bake Sale, Corpus Christi Church social hall, 905 New Rd, Elsmere. $20 table rental, lunch available for purchase. Contact Linda (302) 256-8363 or Stacey (302) 593-0492 to reserve a table or more information.

Golf Tournaments

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Sales

Dances/Socials

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Meals

Nov. 8, Dec. 13, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.: Second Sunday Breakfast Buffet, St. Helena’s Masci Hall, Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington. Large assortment of hot foods, baked goods, fresh waffles, omelets, beverages and more. Reservations recommended for large parties. $12 for adults, $5 children under 12. More information or for reservations, contact Nancy, (302) 598-8685 or Natiesmom@me.com.

Nov. 14, 5-7 p.m.: Italian Style Dinner, presented by the Bishop Mardaga Assembly Knights of Columbus, St. Helena’s Church, 602 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington. Choose from a variety of pasta entrées. Each meal served with salad and bread, appetizers, soups, beverages, desserts. Beer & Wine available for purchase. Dine in or take outFor more information, call Ray at 302-547-6931 or Neal at 302-632-8436.

Tuesdays: Bingo, Holy Rosary Parish Hall, 3200 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont. Doors open at 5 p.m., games begin at 7 p.m. Door prizes, pull tabs, food and drinks available. Must be 18 to play. More information, (302) 798-2904 or  www.hrparish.com.

Thursdays, 5:30 p.m.: Bingo, St. Helena’s Masci Hall, 601 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington. Games begin at 7 p.m. More information, (302) 764-0325.

Fridays, Bingo with the Knights, 5-9:30 p.m.: Knights of Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Hwy., Ocean City, Md. (Behind St. Luke’s Church.) Doors open at 5 p.m.; Bingo starts promptly at 6:30 p.m. Every night, at least $1,000 in payouts and a chance for the $1,000 big jackpot at the end of the evening. Light snacks available before Bingo and at intermission. More information, 410-524-7994. (Fridays)

First Fridays: Bingo, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton parish hall, 345 Bear-Christiana Rd., Bear. More information, (302) 322-6430.

Trips

Volunteers

Emmanuel Dining Room, coordinated by the Ministry of Caring, is seeking fully vaccinated volunteers and meal partners to help reopen their three sites for daily sit-down meals. Faith groups, clubs and other organizations can help by becoming meal partners, preparing one meal a month, and serving. Individuals can help by setting tables, welcoming guests, serving meals, and cleaning up. For more information, (302) 652-3228.

Offer a welcome to seafarers who visit the ports of Delaware by volunteering at the Seamen’s Center of Wilmington. SCW volunteers join with people from the maritime, business and religious communities providing help for seafarers on shore leave from the isolation of life aboard their merchant vessels. Volunteers host at the center or serve as escort drivers for the crewmen. For more information contact Christine Lassiter at (302) 575-1300 or email scw@scsde.org.

The Little Sisters of the Poor, a nursing home which serves low-income seniors located at 185 Salem Church Road in Newark, is seeking volunteers. Flexible schedule available: Volunteer once a month, once a week, or more. Help is needed with breakfast, lunch or dinner, driving to medical appointments, kitchen prep work, folding laundry, cleaning the chapel, photography, and more. For information, please contact Joanne Joyce, director of volunteers, volnewark@littlesistersofthepoor.org or (302) 368-5886, ext. 137.

Groups

Sundays, 12:30 p.m.: Legion of Mary Junior Praesidium meetings, St. Mary of the Assumption Church, Coffee Run Room, 7200 Lancaster Pike, Hockessin. Junior Legion of Mary: Children ages 7-17 are invited to join. For more information email: lom.wilmington.ic@gmail.com

Young Adults group, “The Upper Room” meets Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Learn more about Scripture, pursue a deeper relationship with Christ and have fellowship with a community of believers. St. Matthew’s Church, 901 E. Newport Pike, Wilmington. More information, call or text, (302) 281-4677.

Authentic Intentional Catholic Families (AICF) is a group for Families looking for others who share their Catholic faith in the northern part of the Diocese. Activities include faith sharing for parents with young children, book club, mixers, retreats and more. Location varies. Anyone interested in joining AIFC or finding out more about the organization can contact Ruthie Coutinho at slcordero@aol.com, or text (484) 554-5618.

AICF upcoming events: • Men’s Bible Study every Tuesday morning before work. For information, text Jorge at 908-787-8104. • Ladies Faith Sharing every first Thursday of the month. For information, text Lisa at 951-315-0804. • Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program: Scheduled to begin in the Autumn at St. Joseph on the Brandywine in Wilmington. Level 1 for 3-6 year olds and Level 2 for 6-9 year olds for 2 hours each Wednesday. It is a Montessori-based catechesis program centered on introducing children to Jesus, the Good Shepherd. The cost is $150 per level (not per child, if you have multiple children in the same level) for the year. All classes meet on Wednesdays late September-late April. AM Level 2: ages 6-9, 9:45-11:4am. PM Level 2: ages 6-9, 12:30-2:30. Currently our level 1 classes are full. There is a waiting room for mothers and babies as well. For more information or to register, contact Lindsay Partridge at Lindsay.F.Partridge@gmail.com  Space is limited and will be available first come, first served.

The Columbiettes, a nonprofit charitable organization that supports the community and the Knights of Columbus, is welcoming practicing Catholic women with serious convictions to help others who are interested in serving and growing in the faith. For more information go to decolumbiettes.org. Inquiries will be directed to an auxiliary in the Diocese of Wilmington closest to your location.

Third Saturdays: The Secular Discalced Carmelites (OCDS) is a Catholic lay order of men and women undertaking to live an evangelical life of fraternity and contemplative prayer, according to the Carmelite Saints. We meet in Newark on the third Saturday of each month. To learn more, contact Diane at ThirdOrderCarmelitesofDE@yahoo.com.

Our Lady Queen of Peace Lay Fraternity of St. Dominic, meets monthly on second Saturday, 2-4 p.m., in Newark at Holy Angels Church. Please email: laydominican514@gmail.com for more information or contact Anthea T. Piscarik at 302-373-3916.

Second Saturdays, 9:15 a.m.: Morning Prayer from the Liturgy of the Hours, Lectio Divina, and meeting, Community of Mary of the Secular Order of Discalced Carmelites. Meets at St. Jude The Apostle Church, Lewes. The Community welcomes Roman Catholic lay men and women who, by special vocation, choose to live, in the world, with the spirit and the practice of contemplative prayer and service as it was taught by St. Teresa of Avila, St. John of the Cross, and St. Therese of Lisieux and lived by following the Rule of Carmel. More information, John Kudlick, OCDS, 302-415-9731 or Lauriana Lundy, OCDS, 609-456-3086

Reunions

Nov. 6, 6-10 p.m.: All Catholic Schools Reunion, hosted by Holy Cross High School, St. Jude the Apostle Parish Life Center, 152 Tulip Dr., Lewes. Did you attend Catholic School once upon a time? Join us for a walk down memory lane as we celebrate Catholic education through the years. All proceeds benefit HCHS. $55 per person, must be purchased by Oct. 30. Includes social hour, buffet dinner, cash bar with “Crusader Crush”, raffle, 50/50, mystery gift cards. Music and photo booth by DJ Chino and Melissa. For sponsorships or questions, 302-943-3921 or lmfurjanic@hchs.org. Hotel group rate also available at Home 2 Suites by Hilton in Lewes.

Young Adults

Philadelphia chapter of Young Catholic Professionals (YCP). YCP brings together young professionals in their 20s and 30s into a community of belonging, support, and encouragement at all stages of the faith journey. YCP empowers and equips them to live their Catholic faith through everyday work, and to perform all work with excellence for the glory of God. For more information, www.youngcatholicprofessionals.org/chapter/philadelphia

Wilmington Catholic Young Adults (WilCYA) is a young adult ministry serving the greater Wilmington-Newark Area which strives to connect young adults in their 20’s and 30’s with the Catholic Church through spiritual, social and service events. Each Tuesday, young adults from 15 parishes throughout the Diocese gather together for events such as social nights, Mass & fellowship, Holy Hour/Happy Hour and Catechesis. They also meet up other times during the month for events such as 5ks, and service projects. More information, https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Nonprofit-Organization/Wilmington-Catholic-Young-Adults-WilCYA-118522335477971/