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Oct. 2 • Oct. 16 • Oct. 30 | Nov. 13 • Nov. 27 | Dec. 11

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Services

Oct. 2, Nov. 6, Dec. 4: 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.

Oct. 2-3, Nov. 6-7, Dec. 4-5, 5:30-10 p.m. (Please note the change in time): Communion of Reparation Devotions, St. Hedwig Chapel, 408 S. Harrison St., Wilmington. More information, Janet Aluise, (302) 996-0482.

Sept. 11, 6:30 p.m.: Mass to commemorate the 25^th Anniversary of 9/11. St. Hedwig Church, 408 S. Harrison St., Wilmington. Join Fr. Janusz and the St. Hedwig Community. We will remember all our fallen heroes who gave the ultimate sacrifice for their country, state and community. More information, (302)594-1400 or www.sthedwigde.org.

Sept. 12, 8:15 a.m.: Blessed Mother’s Birthday. Join the Legion of Mary at St. Elizabeth Church, Broom St., Wilmington. Day begins with Mass, followed by Rosary, procession around the church grounds, and crowning of the Blessed Mother at the Grotto. Brunch at Grant Hall with guest speaker Deacon Ken Pulliam.

Sept. 12, 10 a.m.: Mass, St. Patrick’s Chapel, 237 Pleasant Grove Road, Conowingo, Md. Hosted by the LOAH Cecil County Division. Come see the restoration at this historic church built by Irish immigrants in 1819. Refreshments after Mass with music by the Irish Jasper Greens. Dress accordingly for this non-air-conditioned chapel. If you are collecting passport stamps as part of the Cecil County Tourism celebration, this is a perfect opportunity as the chapel will be open from 10 AM until approx. noon. More information, Ronnie Boyd (443) 350-1894 or rboyd@apgfcu.com.

Sept. 20, 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. On Sept. 20, we will celebrate the feast day of San Lorenzo Ruiz de Manila, our first Filipino saint. 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.

Sept. 26, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.: Diocese of Wilmington’s Annual Marian Pilgrimage, Shrine of Our Lady Queen of Peace on the campus of Holy Spirit Church, New Castle. The theme is “Our Lady of Nazareth” and the guest speaker will be Rev. Matthew Kauth of the Diocese of Charlotte, N.C., rector of St. Joseph College Seminary, and author of “The Imitation of Saint Joseph.” Fr. Kauth will speak on drawing more closely to Our Lady through Saint Joseph. The day begins at 10 a.m. Complimentary breakfast items are available at 9:30 a.m. in the gymnasium. Participants may bring their own lunch or may purchase lunch on site for $10. Lunch will be prepared by the parish’s Hispanic community. The day concludes with a Holy Hour, Rosary and Mass with Bishop Koenig. Check parish bulletins and contact your parish liaison for more information on parish participation in the day.

Oct. 5, 6 p.m.: Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick, St. Elizabeth Church, 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, 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.

Sept. 15, Oct. 6 & 20, Nov. 3 & 17, Dec. 1 & 15. 10:30 a.m.: Mass, Jesus House, Chapel of St. Joseph, 2501 Milltown Rd., Wilmington.  (First and third Tuesdays)

Mondays, 10:30 a.m.-noon: Centering Prayer, Jesus House Chapel of St. Joseph, 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

Sept. 12, 10:30 a.m.: Memorial Service for Aborted Babies, Holy Cross Cemetery, NW corner of William and Queen Street, Dover. Every year we pray for the children who were aborted and the parents and family who grieve them. If you know someone who would like to have a child remembered by name with a flower at this service, contact Donna Latteri 862-266-1099. Volunteers also needed. Bring a chair. No rain date. For more information Donna 862-266-1099. Four churches and two cemeteries in Delaware are participating in the annual day of remembrance: Church of the Holy Child, 2500 Naamans Road, Wilmington ; St. John the Beloved Church, 907 Milltown Road, Wilmington; Holy Cross Church, 631 S. State St., Dover; and St. Jude the Apostle Church, 152 Tulip Drive, Lewes. Cathedral Cemetery, the burial site of 63 aborted babies, is located at 2400 Lancaster Ave., Wilmington, and Gate of Heaven Cemetery, which has the gravesite of seven aborted babies, is at 32112 Vines Creek Road, Dagsboro. More information  is available at nationaldayofremembrance.org.

The pro-life community of the Diocese of Wilmington will commemorate the National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Children on Sept. 12 at four churches and two cemeteries in Delaware.This is the 13th annual day of remembrance. It is marked across the country; last year, there were events at 232 locations. Participants visit the gravesites of aborted children and offer prayers of mourning for the victims. Flowers will be presented for each child at the Holy Cross Cemetery in Dover.The churches that are memorial locations in the Diocese of Wilmington will be Church of the Holy Child, 2500 Naamans Road, Wilmington; St. John the Beloved Church, 907 Milltown Road, Wilmington; Holy Cross Church, 631 S. State St., Dover; and St. Jude the Apostle Church, 152 Tulip Drive, Lewes. Cathedral Cemetery, the burial site of 63 aborted babies, is located at 2400 Lancaster Ave., Wilmington, and Gate of Heaven Cemetery, which has the gravesite of seven aborted babies, is at 32112 Vines Creek Road, Dagsboro. More information about the National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Children is available at nationaldayofremembrance.org.

On Oct. 3, national author and pro-life advocated Ramona Trevino will appear at two pro-life events in Dover as part of the ongoing Fall 40 Days for Life celebration.At 10:30 a.m., Trevino will attend the prayer vigil outside Planned Parenthood, 805 S Governor’s Ave, Dover. After the vigil, Trevino will speak on her conversion of heart at 11:30 a.m. at Holy Cross Church Early Learning Center Building on the campus of Holy Cross Church. The presentation will be followed by a light luncheon.Trevino once worked in the abortion industry, and had a change of heart after meeting peaceful 40 Days for Life protesters. She has authored the book“Redeemed by Grace, a Catholic Woman’s Journey to Planned Parenthood and Back.” The Oct. 3 events are free and all are welcome. For more information, contact Donna Latteri, (862) 266-1099 or dlatteri86@gmail.com.

For more information on 40 Days for Life, which runs from Sept. 23 to Nov. 11, go to www.40daysforlife.com/en/

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

Vocation discerning retreats for young women 18-35, hosted by the Little Sisters of the Poor. Next retreat Oct. 9-11 in Kansas City, Mo. More information, sc@littlesistersofthepoor.org

Programs

Sept. 15-Oct. 27, 1:30-3 p.m. Tuesdays: Women’s Catholic Bible Study, Walking with Purpose Session 3. Resurrection Parish Room 1969, 3000 Videre Drive, Wilmington. Suggested offering $20. Led by Kate Regan and Mary Eisele Sponsored by Jesus House/Resurrection Partnership. Welcome to Opening Your Heart: The Starting Point. This Bible study takes us on an exciting journey closer to the heart of God, helps us form a personal relationship with Christ, and helps us find answers to life’s biggest questions through the context of the Catholic faith. It is a special opportunity of fellowship with other Christian women. This is a 22-week course which has been divided into three 7–8-week sessions. Anyone is welcome to join a session at any point during the course. It is not necessary to have started from the 1^st session. You will need to purchase your study book ($45) at Walking with Purpose: https://shop.walkingwithpurpose.com/collections/study-guides/products/opening-your-heart-study-guide
or on Amazon. Register at www.jesushousecenter.org or call 302-995-6859, leave a message.

“Acts: The Spread of the Kingdom” a 20-part Bible study featuring Jeff Cavins, Corpus Christi Church, Sundays 9/20-11/22; 1/17-3/21, 2027 6:30-8 p.m. or St. Matthew, Tuesdays, 9/22-11/24, 2026; 1/19-3/23, 2027, 19-11:30 a.m. More information, Debbie Ciafre (302) 275-8717 or stmattewwsde.com.

Sept. 18, 7:30 a.m.: The Catholic Business Network of the Diocese of Wilmington breakfast, St. Joseph on the Brandywine, Wilmington. Doors open for breakfast at 7:30 a.m. and the program begins at 8. Speaker will be Father Joseph W. McQuaide IV, who will present “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

Sept. 26, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.: UNBOUND: Freedom in Christ Conference, presented by Matt Lozano of Heart of the Father Ministries in Fremont Hall, Holy Angels Campus, 82 Possum Park Road, Newark. 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 information: eventbrite.com – search “Unbound conference, Newark, DE” or www.stjohn-holyangels.com and use the “aRise/Unbound” tab or facebook.com/stjohnholyangels. Contact info: arise@holyangels.net or Amy Press (302) 731-2219.

Sept. 27, 7 p.m.: 20th Anniversary Concert to Combat Human Trafficking, Skyline Methodist Church, 3100 Skyline Dr., Wilmington. Featuring many performers who are connected to Resurrection Parish. Free will donations support Zoe Ministries DE and Shared Hope International. Please come and join the mission to Prevent trafficking and to Rescue and Restore it’s victims!

Oct. 3, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Catholic Men of Delmarva Inaugural Conference, St. Mark’s High School, Wilmington. Theme is Authentic Masculinity. Day includes fellowship, music ministry, vendors, speakers and Mass with Bishop Koenig. Featured speakers include Gary Zimak, Matthew Leonard, Rev. Larry Swink, and more. For more information, www.DelmarvaCatholic.org.

Corpus Christi Annual Parish Chili Cook-off and Pumpkin Decorating Event will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2026 from 5pm-8pm at Corpus Christi Parish hall in Elsmere, DE. To enter call or text Stacey at (302) 593-0492

Oct. 18, 1 p.m., St. Francis Hospital School of Nursing celebrates 100 years since its founding, and 50 years for the final graduating class of 1976. Luncheon at Ed Oliver Golf Club, 800 DuPont Rd., Wilmington. All alumnae are invited to attend. Plans include creating a permanent display at St. Francis Hospital to showcase donated memorabilia from the 100-year legacy of the Nursing School. Relatives of students from the first graduating Class of 1927 are particularly welcome to attend the gathering as special guests and/or donate pictures or memorabilia. 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.

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:  Sept. 10, 1:30 p.m. “Music of the Civil War, Stephen Foster and the American 19th Century” presented by Charlie Zahm. Oct. 1, 1:30 p.m. “Peaceable Kingdom — Lenape Tribes” presented by Dr. Kevin Cahill. Oct. 22, 1:30 p.m.: “Maid in America: A journey of resilience, determination and the American Dream” resented by Rosemary Everton. Nov. 5, 1:30 p.m. “No Greater Love: The Story of Michael Crescenz” presented by Kevin Ferris and Joe Crescenz. Nov. 14, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. “Art for Everyone: A discounted art show” Thomas A. Bruder Life Center, Neumann University. More than 100 art pieces by local artists in different mediums. Light refreshments, art demonstrations, and sales. 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

Oct. 2-4, 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

Sept. 19, 5-9 p.m.: Elvis is Back … At the Beach! Fundraiser coordinated by the  Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians. St Jude Parish Life Center, 152 Tulip Ave., Lewes. Entertainment provided by Frank Raines as Elvis. Dinner; dancing; raffles and auction items. $65 per person. All proceeds support local charities. More information and tickets, Debbie Nolan Reilly, 410-948-9382, or Kathy Sleys, 201-926-4111.

Oct. 15, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.: Eleganza, Wilmington Country Club, join us for our annual luncheon and fashion show, presented by the Ministry of Caring Guild and benefiting our emergency shelters and Job Placement Center. Our  show features a presentation of fabulous contemporary fashion from SOPHY CURSON a nationally known chic women’s boutique located in Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia. See the season’s hottest trends on the runway and enjoy boutique shopping, a live auction, silent auction, and a delicious seasonal lunch. Tickets: $150 per person. RSVP deadline Oct. 6 for attendance, Sept. 30 for sponsorships. The menu choices for lunch are chicken crepes or vegetarian (quiche). To reserve your tickets, or to arrange a sponsorship of the event, or contact Lauren Romeo at (302) 652-5523.

Oct. 18, 12:30: Game Day Crab Feast, benefits Good Shepherd School. Ravens vs. Browns game, at The Wellwood. $60 adults, $20 kids and under. More information and tickets, goodshepherdschool.net/programs/events.

Oct. 25 7:30 -11:30 a.m.: Halloween breakfast fundraiser, St. Matthew’s Church, Newport. Benefits St. Matthew’s food pantry. $10 per person donation, raffles, homemade baked goods, 50/50. Menu includes homemade egg casseroles, pancakes, sausage, hash browns, oatmeal and more.

The Arts

Oct. 10, 5:30-9:30 p.m.: Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day Dueling Pianos Dinner, Hosted by The Ancient Order of Hibernians. St. Jude Parish Life Center, Lewes. $45, includes buffet dinner, raffles, cash bar, live interactive piano music . Tickets and Information, Peter Curran (516) 770-1822 or Gary Manion (301) 915-7559.

Festivals/Carnivals/Bazaars

Golf Tournaments

Sept. 16, 10:30 a.m.: 34th Annual CYO Joseph A. McNesby Jr. Golf Outing, Deerfield Golf Club, Newark. Sponsorships available; raffle and auction donations gratefully accepted. $200 per golfer. Tournament package may be purchased for $30,  includes one red tee, three Keegans (redo), one chance at the putting contest, and six chances for a basket of cheer. Day also includes lunch, dinner, snacks, complimentary drinks on the course, and team and individual prizes. The deadline to register is Sept. 7. More information, https://cdowcym.org/34th-cyo-joseph-a-mcnesby-jr-golf-outing/

Sept. 16: Swing 4 Life Golf Tournament, Green Hill Country Club, Quantico, Md. Benefits the Pregnancy Care Clinic of the Eastern Shore. Registration 12:30, golf at 1 p.m. Includes box lunch and buffet dinner. Sponsorships now being accepted. For more information, info@espc.comcastbiz.net.

Sept. 19, 7:30 a.m.: Good Shepherd Golf Tournament, Furnace Bay Golf Course. $125 per golfer, sponsorships now being accepted. Prizes, raffles and more. More information and to register, www.goodshepherdschool.net/ programs/events

Sept. 21, 10:30 a.m.: 16th Annual Immaculate Conception/St. Jude Parish Golf Tournament, Newark Country Club. Registration and lunch 10:30 a.m.-Noon. Shotgun start at Noon. Great giveaways, prizes, beverages on the course. $185 per golfer, sponsorships and dinner-only available. Dinner 5:15 p.m., live auction 6:30 p.m., awards 7 p.m. For more information, or to register, call the parish office (410) 398-1100, or register online at //birdease.com/35437.

Sept. 28: Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia golf tournament, Penn Oaks Golf Club, West Chester, Pa. Golfers of all levels are welcome. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. To register or learn more, visit https://osfphila.org/events/golf/

Oct. 12, 11 a.m.: 27^th Annual St. Thomas the Apostle KOC Golf Tournament at Hartefeld National, Avondale, Pa.. Foursome $800, Individual $200, includes golf, lunch, dinner and refreshments. Contact Jim Haley, Jr. for a brochure at jhaley@ferraralaw.net or text (302) 494-2266. 

Oct. 26, Padua Academy’s “The Perfect Pitch” Golf Outing, Newark Country Club.  Join us for a fantastic day on the course supporting the incredible young women in our Theatre and Soccer programs. Grab your spot or sponsor today: paduagolf2026.givesmart.com.  Please contact Colleen Tibbits with any questions – advancement@paduaacademy.org.

Sales

Dances/Socials

Oct. 3: Annual Our Lady of Lourdes Dinner Dance. 528 E. Stein Highway, Seaford. Mass will be celebrated at 5 p.m. in the Church. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. in the Parish Hall behind the Church. Food will be catered by Maria’s Bella Cucina of Seaford. Dance music will be provided by The Vital Signs doctors band and will begin after dinner at 7 p.m. Tickets $30 per person and can be obtained from the Parish Office at 302-629-3591 or  Philip Swetz from the St Molua Knights Council, 302-344-0535.

Meals

Tuesdays through Sept. 1, 4:30-6:30 p.m.: Seafood “Knights,” Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Md. The Ocean City Lady Knights Auxiliary will also be collecting school supplies for local students and hosting gift basket raffles to support the many charitable causes and outreach programs they serve. Check out the website at SeafoodKnights.com for preorders and menu. All major credit cards are accepted through our secure online ordering system.

Sept. 13, Oct. 11, 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.

Bingo/Games

Oct. 9, 7 p.m.: Designer Bag Bingo, Thomas A. Bruder Life Center, Neumann University, Aston, Pa. Presale $40, at the door, $45. Bags, theme baskets and cash raffle. Tables of 8 available at $280. Proceeds benefit the Dr. Margaret Mary Kearney Scholarship. More information, (610) 558-5626.

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

Sept. 13-22: Pilgrimage to Fatima and Lourdes with Barcelona, hosted by St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church. Ten days, 14 meals. Highlights include Fatima, Aljustrel, Valinhos, Cathedral of Burgos, Lourdes, Grotto of Massabielle, Barcelona, Barcelona Cathedral. Cost $4,699 PPDO, (Single $5,399) includes r/t air from Phila. International Airport, air taxes, fees/surcharges, hotel transfers. For more information and brochures, Fr. Volodymyr Klanichka, 570-328-3818, Vovaklan@gmail.com

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

Save the date: Sept. 25, 6-10 p.m.: Saint Mark’s High School Class of 1976 50th Class Reunion, Christiana Hilton, 100 Continental Drive, Newark. Saint Mark’s is also hosting a meet and greet and tour of the school for Class of 1976 Alumni on Thursday, Sept. 24 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The reunion committee would like to connect with alumni. Contact Patty Curtin White at: patriciacurtin@comcast.net or PCurtin@christianacare.org or Terri Larson Seeman at: Glennsman@comcast.net (302)893-3479.

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/