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April 3 • April 17 | May 1 • May 15 • May 29 | June 12 • June 26

July 10 • July 24 | Aug. 7 • Aug. 21 | Sept. 4 • Sept. 18

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

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Services

Saturdays through Sept. 6, 4 p.m.: The Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom at St. Jude The Apostle Roman Catholic Church, 152 Tulip Drive, Lewes. Very Rev. Volodymyr Klanichka, pastor of St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church, will be the celebrant. For more information,  call the rectory, (302) 762-5511 or email stnicholas2@verizon.net.

Aug. 7-8, Sept. 4-5, Oct. 2-3, Nov. 6-7, Dec. 4-5, 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.

Aug. 27: Annual Teardrops of St. Monica Devotions, Corpus Christi Church, 905 New Road, Wilmington. 6:30 p.m. Rosary; 7 p.m. Teardrops of St. Monica Devotional Mass. Celebrant Father Christopher Hanley. Social and lite refreshments following the Mass. 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. 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.

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

On hiatus, resumes 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)

TBA, 4 p.m.: English-Filipino Healing Mass, St. Elizabeth Church, 809 S. Broom St., Wilmington. The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick will be offered during the Mass. Everyone especially those in need of God’s healing grace are warmly invited. Rosary will be prayed before Mass, with special intentions for our grandparents in gratitude for their love, faith, and guidance. 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.​

Aug. 31, 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.

Aug. 4 & 18, Sept. 1 & 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. 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

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

Adult formation discussion series, St. Jude the Apostle, Lewes. The remaining schedule: July 29, 10:30 a.m., “Just war theory.” Aug. 13, 6:30 p.m. “Christianity in the age of artificial intelligence.” Sessions are held in the Parish Life Center. Free, however, people are asked to register in advance at www.stjudelewes.org or by calling (302) 644-7413.

July 27, Aug. 10 & 24: Christian Agility Training, program to help kids improve balance, coordination and quick directional changes. Hosted by Authentic Intentional Catholic Families. Two age groups, 5-8 and 9-15. Kids age 16+ can help train and instruct. $10 per session, $30 max per family. Delpark Manor Park, 2005 Telegraph Rd., Wilmington. More information and to register, Erin, 302-375-1421.

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.

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.

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

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.

Retreats

July 31-Aug. 2, 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

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The Arts

July 28, 6:30 p.m.: The Hillbilly Thomists concert, hosted by Aquinas Academy. Venue moved to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish Hall, 345 Bear-Christiana Rd., Bear. $12 per person, children under 5 free. Clergy, religious and seminarians free, however all tickets must be ordered in advance, no tickets sold at the door. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Go to https://ticketstripe.com/events/7719109180768482

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. 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.

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. 

Sales

Dances/Socials

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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.

Aug. 9, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.: International Food Festival, St. John/Holy Angels will host their annual food festival at the Holy Angels Campus, 82 Possum Park Road, Newark. Different countries set up at different times throughout the day but most are there by 11am. There will also be entertainment. Check out our 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. For information, to participate or to volunteer: apress@holyangels.net or (302) 731-2219.

Aug. 9, 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

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. • Aug. 3, 6:30-8 p.m.: Family rosary and kickball game, 2009 Oak St. Pike Creek, Wilmington. Play 2-3 innings, break for rosary, play 2-3 more innings, icees after. Large field with playground for littles. More information, Ruthie (484) 554-5618. • Aug. 21, 5 p.m.: Swimming and Grilling at April’s house, come meet a new member of our group who is willing to hop right in and host a bunch of Catholics. 2 Whitekirk Dr. Wilmington 19808. Please bring a dish to share. RSVP, April, (302) 898-6062. • 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/