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SAVE THE DATE OCTOBER 11, 2025
Spend a Saturday with your Mother: Attend the Diocesan Marian Pilgrimage.
You are invited to join Bishop Koenig, priests, deacons and parishioners from across Delaware and Maryland’s Eastern Shore at the annual Diocese of Wilmington Marian Pilgrimage on Saturday, October 11, 2025, beginning at 10:00 a.m. at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. Come for Benediction and Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Confessions, Mass, Rosary and more. Tour the largest Catholic church in America and visit the gardens and gift shop. For more information, contact your parish for more information or visit cdow.org/MarianPilgrimage or Facebook.com/cdowMarianPilgrimage.
Services
TBA, 4 p.m.: English-Filipino Monthly Bilingual Mass, St. Elizabeth Church, 809 S. Broom St., Wilmington. Bishop Ephrem Esmilla will be the celebrant. More information, contact Millette Angeles (302) 325-0556 or George and Issa Romero (925) 325-3315.
Oct. 6, 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)
Sept. 5: 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
Sept. 5, 6 p.m.: The Legion of Mary of St Elizabeth’s Parish cordially invites you to our first celebration of our Blessed Mother’s Birthday, in front of the Blessed Mother’s Statue at the Grotto on the Church grounds. Events of the evening include: Short introduction to the Legion of Mary, Candle light procession on the Church grounds, Rosary, prayers and Hymns to our Mother, Lite supper and refreshments will be served at Grant Hall. Please invite your friends. Help us make it a celebration that our Blessed Mother would delight in.
Sept. 5-6, 8:15 p.m.-2:30 a.m.: Communion of Reparation All Night Vigil, St. Hedwig Chapel, 408 S. Harrison St., Wilmington. More information, Janet Aluise, (302) 996-0482.
Sept. 7, 7 p.m.: Holy Hour, for St. Carlos Acutis and St. Giorgio Frassati, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 345 Bear Christiana Rd, Bear. More information, (302) 322-6430.
Sept. 11, 6:30 p.m.: September 11th 24th Anniversary Mass, St. Hedwig Church, 408 S. Harrison St., Wilmington. Please join Father Andrew, Father Janusz and the St. Hedwig Community in remembering all our fallen heroes who gave the ultimate sacrifice for their country, state and community.
Sept. 21, 4 p.m.: Healing Mass in English-Filipino, St. Elizabeth Parish, 809 S. Broom St., Wilmington. Filipino bishop, Most Rev. Efren Esmilla, from Philadelphia will give the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick and celebrate the mass. For more information and mass offering, please contact Millette Angeles (302) 325-0556 (voice/text) or George and Issa Romero (925) 325-3315.
Sept. 21, after 7:30 a.m. Mass: Autumn Reflection: The Fellowship of St. Joseph will present a brief reflection on The Spirituality of St. Padre Pio, St. Ann’s Church, Wilmington. Event will take place in parish Social Hall (Union St. entrance) Coffee and donuts will be available. Register by sending an email with your name and number of attendees to: welcometostannswilmington@gmail.com
Attention active and retired police, fire, EMT and military: You are invited to join Bishop Koenig at the Annual Diocese of Wilmington Blue Mass to honor the work of all public safety personnel and military on Monday, Sept. 29, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at St. John the Beloved Church, 907 Milltown Road, Wilmington, Delaware. The Blue Mass is an event that honors local, county, state, and federal law enforcement, fire, emergency medical, and military personnel and their families who live and work in the Catholic Diocese of Wilmington, which includes Delaware and Maryland’s Eastern Shore. First Responders of all faiths are welcome at the Mass.
Save the date: Oct. 5, 4 p.m.: Annual Red Mass, St. Joseph on the Brandywine Church, Greenville. Hosted by the St. Thomas More Society. Celebrant will be Bishop William E. Koenig. The homilist will be Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio, J.C.D. of the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA, and President of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. Mass will be followed by a complementary dinner in the Family Center, sponsored by the St. Thomas More Society and provided courtesy of the law firm Morris James LLP. All are welcome. For further information, please contact Denise Nordheimer at dnordheimer@foxrothschild.com.
Oct. 11, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Diocese of Wilmington Annual Marian Pilgrimage, Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Washington, DC. Join Bishop Koenig and priests from the Diocese. Day will feature Mass, Rosary, Reconciliation, a tour of the 40 chapels, lunch, Holy Hour, Benediction and gift shop. For more information, call your parish or go to cdow.org/MarianPilgrimage or Facebook.com/cdowMarianPilgrimage
Oct. 26, 4 p.m.: Memorial Mass for Our Departed Loved Ones (in English-Filipino) “Undas” 2025. Filipino bishop, Most Rev. Efren Esmilla from Philadelphia. Candles will be lit and processed to the altar in memory of our dearly departed. For more information and mass offering, please contact Millette Angeles (302) 325-0556 (voice/text) or George and Issa Romero (925) 325-3315.
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
Mondays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.: Millions of Monicas devotion, St. Patrick Church, 1414 King Street, Wilmington. Weekly prayer service inspired by the perseverance of St. Monica, patron saint of mothers. More information www.millionsofmonicas.com or lucy.millionsofmonicas@gmail.com.
Sept. 2 & 16, Oct. 7 & 21, 10:30 a.m.: Mass, Jesus House Chapel, 2501 Milltown Rd., Wilmington. (First and third Tuesdays)
Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.: Come pray with us. St. Helena’s Church, 602 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington. Enter through church door marked with yard sign and ask for Laura or Mena. Feel the healing power of prayer. More information, Mena, (302) 475-4238.
Wednesdays: Mass offered for all who suffer from the disease of addiction, living or deceased. St. Matthew’s Church, 904 E. Newport Pike, Wilmington. More information, call Vince (302)-521-9330.
First Saturdays: Healing Mass & Anointing, St. Helena’s Church, 602 Philadelphia Pike, Bellefonte, first Saturday of the month after the 5 p.m. Mass. For more information contact: menadamato@gmail.com
Daily, noon: Mass at Sacred Heart Oratory, 917 N. Madison St., Wilmington. Also Sunday Mass at 9 a.m.
Centering prayer, Mondays, 10:30 a.m. 12 p.m. Jesus House Chapel, 2501 Milltown Rd., Wilmington. More information at www.jesushousecenter.org
Right to Life
Sept. 13, 10 a.m.: Memorial Service for the National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Children, Church of the Holy Child 2500 Naamans Road, Wilmington. Together let us remember the victims of abortion and pray for a final end to this injustice in our land .
Sept. 13: National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Children, prayer services throughout the Diocese. Dover service at Holy Cross Cemetery starts at 10:30. Rain or shine event, bring your own chairs. Complete list https://nationaldayofremembrance.org/sites/. For more information, dlatteri86@gmail.com or 862-266-1099.
Join the Vigils for Life:
- Tuesdays, 9 a.m.-noon. pro-life vigil outside Wilmington Planned Parenthood, 7th and Shipley Sts. Members of Delaware Right to Life are present. 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
- Mondays and Fridays, 8:30 a.m. to Noon, Tuesdays 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Seaford Planned Parenthood, 800 Health Services Dr. Contact: Jim Anderson, (443)-655-2008.
Vocations
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Programs
Sept. 4, 11 a.m.: Presentation with Fr. John Aurilia, OFM Cap, former secretary to Padre Pio and author of “Dearest Soul: A Spiritual Journey with Padre Pio.” Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 1000 Shipley Road, Wilmington. More information, (302) 762-5550.
Sept. 5, 7:30 a.m.: The Catholic Business Network of the Diocese of Wilmington continues its inaugural year Sept. 5 at Holy Savior Church in Ocean City, Maryland. Doors open for breakfast at 7:30 a.m. and the program begins at 8. “Balancing faith and ambition” is the focus of the keynote set to be delivered by local businessman and parishioner Sam Card at the parish hall, 1705 Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City. 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. 16, 1:30-3:00 pm: Women’s Catholic Bible Study: Walking with Purpose, Opening Your Heart: The Starting Point. Continues every Tuesday until Oct. 28. Resurrection Parish, Room 1969, 3000 Videre Dr., Wilmington, Sponsored by Jesus House. Led by Kate Regan and Mary Eisele. This Bible study will take you on an exciting journey closer to the heart of God, help you form a personal relationship with Christ, and help you find answers to life’s biggest questions through the context of the Catholic faith. 22-week course divided into three sessions. Study book $45. Suggested offering $20. Led by Kate Regan and Mary Eisele. Register at www.jesushousecenter.org or call 302-995-6859, leave a message.
Free eight-week study session on the Sacrament of Confession, based on Augustine Institute’s “Forgiven” series. Two options for meeting: Corpus Christi Church, begins Sept. 28, meets Sundays 6:30-8 p.m. St. Matthew Church, begins Sept. 30, meets Tuesdays 10-11:30 a.m. Study guide included. For more information and to sign up, contact Debbie Ciafre, (302) 275-8717.
Oct. 7, Oct. 9, Dec. 2, Dec. 4, 1:30-3:00 p.m.: Deepening Circle, presented on Zoom. Do you desire more connection to the mystery of God and to your deeper self in community with others? Register at www.jesushousecenter.org Suggested donation $20.
Sept. 7: 3-6:30 a.m.: Malvern Retreat House is hosting a special overnight event celebrating the canonization of Blessed Carlo Acutis. Guests will gather on the main lawn at Malvern Retreat House to commemorate this auspicious occasion including a live simulcast of the canonization from Rome, Mass, visit the archdiocesan shrine to St. Carlo Acutis, and venerate a First Class relic of St. Carlo. Due to limited space, attendees are encouraged to RSVP in advance by emailing kmoulter@malvernretreat.com.
Oct. 11,10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.: Marian Conference, St. Elizabeth Parish, 809 S Broom St., Wilmington.This event will be hosted by Couples for Christ – Delaware. To register for the event or for more information, please contact George and Issa Romero (925) 325-3315.
TBA, 7:30-9 p.m.: Women’s Faith Sharing, hosted by PWYCM (Parents with Young Children Ministry). For more information, text Ruthie at 484-554-5618 or RSVP to Lisa at 951-315-0804.
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 the chapel located in the San Damiano Center (rear entrance of our Holy Angels Church.) For more information, call 302-731-2435 or music@holyangels.net.
TBA: Catholic Cemeteries regulation clean up at all three cemeteries. Regulations reminders for in-ground burial: All real or artificial flowers must either be in a fixed vase or a cemetery cone; keep in mind only a minimal amount of cones are permitted through the grass cutting season. Nothing is permitted to be stuck in the ground or laid on the memorial. American flags are permitted Memorial Day through Flag Day. Regulations for crypts / niches: Nothing can be affixed in any way on the fronts, or laid on the patio. All decorations must be within vase. Flowers should not cover the front of neighbor’s space. Your assistance in removing decorations and disposing of them at home will help reduce the disposal costs for our cemeteries. More information, (302) 737-2524 or cdow.org/ministries/catholic-cemeteries/guidelines/
Retreats
Sept. 13, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.: Women’s Day of Reflection, St. Ann Church, Bethany Beach. Presented by Ginny Dauses for Walking with Purpose. Day includes Mass, Holy Hour with Adoration, Confession, and two talks. Continental breakfast and a catered lunch are included. $30, advance registration required. More information and registration: https://secure.myvanco.com/L-ZAH1/campaign/C-13TG3 or stannbbwalkingwithpurpose@gmail.com
TBA, 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 our website http://www.wwme.org or call Tony and Linda Massino at 302-648-2228.
Oct. 24-26 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 at 302-463-7711 (call or text) or lucyminn929@gmail.com by Oct 11.
Nov. 13, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.: Advent Day of Refection, Resurrection Parish, Room 1969, 3000 Videre Dr., Wilmington. Sponsored by Jesus House. Come join us for a day of learning and reflection led by Eileen Donnely. This session will be interactive and will include time for individual reflection and group discussion. Light lunch provided. Registration fee $25. Register at www.jesushousecenter.org or call 302-995-6859 and leave a message.
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, www.HelpOurMarriage.org or (215) 766-3944, or 800-470-2230. All inquiries confidential.
Fundraisers
Sept. 6, 8 a.m.-noon: Third Annual Ovarian Cancer Awareness Walk and Health Care, sponsored by the Faith Deanna Johnson Foundation. University of Delaware Bob Hannah Stadium, 631 S. College Ave., Newark. Volunteers, vendors and sponsorships, (302) 279-6881 or thedreamsoffaith@aol.com. or www.faithdeannajohnson.org
Sept. 26: Family Bingo Night at Great Wolf Lodge, benefits Good Shepherd School. More information, www.goodshepherdschool.net/programs/events $40, ages 16 and up. $35 ages 6-15. $20 ages 3-5. Includes bingo, dinner and more. For tickets, contact info@goodshepherdschool.net More information, www.goodshepherdschool.net/programs/events
Sept. 28, 3-5 p.m.: Mount Aviat’s Annual Roast Beef Dinner, 399 Childs Road, Childs, MD. Menu includes our delicious roast beef with mushroom gravy, mashed potatoes, and of course a delicious array of desserts. Tickets are available in advance or at the door. Adults – $18, Seniors (60+) – $12, and Children (4-10) – $10. Takeout is available, too! For questions or tickets, contact Advancement Director Stephanie Hendron at advancement@mountaviat.org or call 410.398.2206 ext. 220.
Oct. 26, Game Day Crab Feast, benefits Good Shepherd School. More information, www.goodshepherdschool.net/programs/events
Oct. 16, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.: Eleganza, presented by the Ministry of Caring, Wilmington Country Club. Fashion Show, luncheon, live auction. Fashions by Sophy Curson of Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia. Benefits the Ministry’s emergency homeless shelters and job placement centers. Sponsorships welcome. For more information, conact Priscilla Rakestraw or Laura Romeo, 302-652-5523.
The Arts
Sept. 13, 4 p.m.: Screening of Triumph of the Heart, a new crowdfunded film that tells the inspiring true story of St. Maximilian Kolbe and his companions in Auschwitz. the Middletown showing will only take place if enough tickets are reserved in advance. $17. Reserve tickets now to ensure theatre is booked. Go to https://screening.triumphoftheheart.com/screening/scr_01k2asdabgedbs071y23x0x4s4
Dec. 13, 2 p.m. The Magic of Christmas with the New York Tenors, St. Mark’s High School Theater, 2501 Pike Creek Road, Wilmington. Benefits Catholic Charities. Sponsorships available. Tickets $45, $55, or $65. All Seats Reserved. Cocktail reception after the concert with the Tenors and Bishop Koenig
for an additional $100. Purchase tickets here: wilmingtondiocese.simpletix.com/
Festivals/Carnivals/Bazaars
Sept. 13 & 14: Tenth Annual Padre Pio Festival, St. Bede the Venerable Parish. 1071 Holland Road, Holland, PA. Display and Veneration of Holy Relics of Padre Pio all weekend. Sunday Sept. 14: Festival Mass at 11:30am (Celebrant/Homilist Fr. Joseph Tuscan OFM, Cap.. 12:30pm Street Procession followed by 1:30pm Healing Service and Blessing with Relics. More information, padrepiofestivalhollandpa.com
Oct. 11, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.: 7th Annual Car Show, Immaculate Conception Church, Marydel, MD. $10 Registration fee per car. Prizes will be awarded. Food will be available for purchase. Music provided by “The Godfather of New England Doo Wop” playing the original vinyl of the 50’s and early 60’s. More information, Woody Gravenor at 302-779-2168, or 302-632-2208.
Nov. 8, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.: Immaculate Conception Church Annual Christmas Bazaar, 452 Bow Street, Elkton, MD. Featuring theme basket raffles, $1,000 raffle, visits and pictures with Santa, kids’ crafts, food *baked goods book nook, Shopping at dozens of crafters and vendors, including jewelry, toys, home décor, edible gifts, beauty products, scented candles, children’s books, kitchen items, holidayitems, handmade crafts, and much more. More information /www.iccelkton.org or 410-398-1100.
Golf Tournaments
Sept. 15: 15th Annual Immaculate Conception/St. Jude Parish Golf Tournament, Newark Country Club. Registration, and lunch 10:30-Noon. Shotgun start at Noon. Great give aways, & prizes, beverages on the course. $185 per golfer, sponsorships, and dinner only available. Dinner 5:15, Live Auction 6:30, Awards 7PM. For more information, or to register call Parish office 410-398-1100, or register on the Parish website @ iccelkton.org
Sept. 17: 33rd Annual Joseph A. McNesby Golf Outing, Deerfield Golf Club, 507 Thompson Station Road, Newark. Now accepting sponsorships and donation. More information, (302) 658-3800.
Sept. 18, St. Elizabeth Golf Classic, Patriots Glen, Elkton, Md. $150 per golfer, check-in 9 a.m., shotgun start 10 a.m. Beer, soda and water and buffet reception. Contests and raffles. Foursome and sponsorship opportunity available. Benefits St. Elizabeth Parish School. More information, John Raymond, jraymond@viking.pvt.k12.de.us or 302-528-0932.
Sept. 19, St. Michael Council Knights of Columbus Golf Tournament, Chesapeake Bay Golf Club, Rising Sun, Md. $150 per golfer, registration 7:30 a.m., golfers in carts 8:45 a.m., shotgun start 9:00 a.m. Includes 18 holes, cart, refreshments, contests, raffles, and buffet lunch at approximately 2:00 p.m. Hole sponsorships available for $175. Typically draws over 100 golfers from DE, MD, NJ, and PA. Benefits local charities supported by St. Michael Council. More information: Joe McCann at 302-584-1603/ joemccann8@comcast.net, or Jeff Munsch at 302-562-9189/ jrmunsch@yahoo.com.
Sept. 20: Save the Date for the Good Shepherd School Golf Tournament. More information, www.goodshepherdschool.net/programs/events
Sept. 20: Good Shepherd School Golf Tournament, Furnace Bay Golf Course. $125 per player, includes lunch and more. Sponsorship opportunities available More information and registration: goodshepherdschool.net/golf
Sept. 29, Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia Golf Tournament, Penn Oaks Golf Club, West Chester, PA. Golf, raffle prizes, cash awards, and delicious food and refreshments. All proceeds benefit the care of our elder and retired sisters. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. To register or learn more, visit www.osfphila.org.
Sales
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Trips
Sept. 21-30, 2025: Pilgrimage to Fatima & Lourdes Discovery with Barcelona. Sponsored by St. John the Apostle and St. Bernadette Parishes. Travel with Fr. Anthony Giamello. Highlights include Fatima, Aljustrel, Valinhos, Cathedral of Burgos, Lourdes, Grotto of Massabielle, Barcelona, Barcelona Cathedral. 10 days, 14 meals. $3,744ppdo, $4,244pp single. More information, https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1274828 or call Denise Hay 302-803-6400
Sept. 24, bus trip to Sight and Sound Theatre to see ‘Noah’ coordinated by St. Edmond Parish, Rehoboth. Bus leaves St. Jude’s parking lot at 7:15 a.m., rest stop on the way, 11 a.m. show. After the show, visit Hershey Farm for a traditional buffet including appetizers, soups, salads, entrees, Amish dishes, carving stations, bread, baked goods and dessert. Time to visit gift show will be alloted, ad a stop for Kitchen Kettle Village is schedule for the return trip. Return to St. Jude’s by 8:30 p.m. Cost $160 per person. More information, Connie Benko, (302) 227-5407.
Nov. 20, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Bus trip to Basilica of the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Washington, D.C. for the Veneration of the Relics of St. Therese of the Child Jesus. Sponsored by the Community of Mary, Secular Order of Discalced Carmelites (OCDS). Leaving from St. Jude The Apostle Church, Lewes. Includes Veneration of St. Therese’s relics, Confessions and Eucharistic Adoration, Opening Mass for the Veneration of the Relics with Cardinal Gregory, Archbishop Emeritus of the Washington Diocese. Bring Your Own Lunch. Gift Shop. Conference with a Carmelite Friar of the Washington Monastery. Cost $50. Make checks payable to John Kudlick and mail to: 36223 Tee Box Boulevard, Frankford, DE 19945. More information, jkudlick@verizon.net or call 302-415-9731.
June 24-July 3, 2026: Discover Reflections of Italy, with Father Michael Darcy. Optional 2-night Rome pre-tour extension includes: Rome: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica. Assisi: Basilica of St. Francis Perugia: The Corso, Tuscany, Cortonoa, Lake Trasimeno. Florence: The Duomo, The Baptistery, Palazzo Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, Certosa Monastery. Venice: Cooking class, Apennine Mountains, Venice Canals, Serendaded Gondola Ride. Lake Como: Scenic Ferry Ride. $5,589 double $6,589 single $5,539 triple. For more information gateway.gocollette.com/link/1343920A or e-mail pastor@stmatthewsde.com
St. Margaret of Scotland Parish, Australia and New Zealand. Feb. 8-March 2 2026. Visit Ayer’s rock, Sydney Opera House, Franz Josef Glacier and more. Additional Fiji option available. More information, Chris Linsner 302-832-1488.
Dances/Socials
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Meals
Sept. 14, 8 a.m.-noon: 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.
Oct. 26, 7:30-11:30 a.m.: Fall breakfast fundraiser, St. Matthew’s Social Hall, 1 Fallon Ave. Newport. Benefits the parish food pantry. Raffle baskets, 50/50, bake table. $8 per person.
Bingo/Games
Thursdays, 5:30 p.m.: Bingo, St. Helena’s church hall, Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington. Games begin at 7 p.m. More information, (302) 764-0325.
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.
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.
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 Sandra Cloutier, director of volunteers, volnewark@littlesistersofthepoor.org or (302) 368-5886, ext. 137.
Groups
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.
Parents with Young Children Ministry (PWYCM). Activities include faith sharing for parents with young children, book club, mixers, retreats and more. Location varies. For more information about the group, call or text Ruthie, (484) 554-5618.
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.
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
Calix is an association of Catholic alcoholics, drug addicts, and family members and friends affected by addiction, who are maintaining their sobriety through participation in their Catholic faith and a 12 Step program. For more information, www.calixsociety.org/directory/
Reunions
Sept. 17-21: St. Elizabeth School Alumni Association is hosting an Alumni & Friends Weekend 2025 and invites its elementary and high school Alumni and families to attend. The Maroon & Gold activities planned begin on Wednesday, September 17th with sports and social gatherings throughout the weekend. The festivities will conclude with a prayer service, Alumni pinning and brunch in Grant Hall on Sunday, September 21, 2025. September 17th Guest Bartender Night at Six Pauper’s in Hockessin – 6-9PM September 19th Homecoming Football Game at Abessinio Stadium – 7PM September 21st Alumni Prayer Service, Pinning Ceremony & Brunch at Saint Elizabeth Church – 11:30AM For questions or more information email: StEVikingAlumni@gmail.com
The St. Mark’s High School Class of 1975 is hosting its 50-Year Reunion on Friday, September 5, 2025 at the Hilton Wilmington Christiana. Come enjoy dinner, entertainment, and catch up with your friends from the historic third graduating class of our first diocesan high school. Go to https://myevent.com/stmhs-75 to sign up. For more information, contact Kristen Sullivan (ksullivan@stmarkshs.net).
Oct. 18, 6-10 p.m.: St. Elizabeth High School Class of ‘75 50 year Reunion. DuPont Country Club. For more information contact Claire Shields Davidson at cbh328@verizon.net
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/
