This is the big weekend – have you signed up for the Eucharistic Congress on Oct. 5 in Ocean City, Md. yet? You still have time. Registration information is below. And there area lots of other opportunities to enjoy family and faith activities in the Diocese of Wilmington.
- Don’t miss this! Catholics and other people of faith will gather in Ocean City, Md. for the Diocesan Eucharistic Congress set for Saturday, Oct. 5. Join other faithful from around the diocese to deepen your faith and fellowship and connect with Jesus in the Eucharist. There will be a ministry fair, and speakers in breakout sessions tailored to various interests and age groups. Families with children are welcome and there will be a dedicated family area during the Congress. For more detailed information, go to https://www.cdow.org/eucharisticcongress/. Ready to register now? Go to https://whova.com/portal/registration/cdow_202411/
- On Oct. 4 & 5, be sure to check out St. John the Apostle’s 31st Annual Oktoberfest. Lots of entertainment, plus the international food court will be serving up their traditional German entrees, along with Italian, Spanish, Polish, Irish, Hamburgers, Hot dogs, French Fries, Italian Ice, Funnel Cake and homemade baked desserts. Activities for kids, including inflatables such as the obstacle course, face painting, pumpkin painting and a petting zoo, fire truck rides and little train rides. There will be door prizes throughout the event and a raffle on Saturday evening. For more information call Christopher Miller at 302-381-2394. The parish is located at 506 Seabury Ave., Milford. Call 302-422-5123 for more information.
- And on Oct. 5 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Immaculate Conception Church in Marydel, Md. will host its 5thAnnual Car Show. There is a $10 Registration fee per car and prizes will be awarded. Food will be available for purchase. Music provided by “The Godfather of New England Doo Wop.” For more information, Woody Gravenor (302) 779-1168.
- On Oct. 6 at 4 p.m. those in the legal profession will gather for the Annual Red Mass at St. Joseph on the Brandywine Church, 10 Church Lane, Wilmington. For more information, contact Denise Nordheimer at dnordheimer@foxrothschild.com.
- On Oct. 9, there will be a day trip to The Sight & Sound Theater in Lancaster, Pa. to see “Daniel.” The bus departs St. Elizabeth Ann Seton parking lot at 8:30 a.m., so report by 8:15 a.m. Cost per person $145 and includes bus fare, ticket to show, bus snacks, smorgasbord lunch at Hershey Farm Restaurant, all tips and taxes. For ticket information, contact Bill Mariano, (302) 229-1926 or email blm810@verizon.net.
- On Oct. 10, The Ministry of Caring will be hosting “Eleganza” the annual luncheon and fashion show at Wilmington Country Club. Fashions from Sophy Curson of Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, will be featured. Tickets include luncheon, boutique shopping, live auction, and a raffle. All proceeds benefit Ministry of Caring’s emergency shelters and job placement centers. $150 per person. Sponsorships are also being accepted. For more information, go to ministryofcaring.org/special-events/eleganza/
- From Oct. 11-13: St. Hedwig’s Parish in Wilmington will hold Forty Hours Devotions. For more information and a detailed schedule, go to sthedwigde.orgor call (302) 594-1400.
Coming soon:
Oct. 15, 16: Walking With Purpose, a six-week Women’s Catholic Bible Study at Resurrection Parish, 3000 Videre Drive, Wilmington. For more information and to register, go to www.jesushousecenter.org
In the wake of the Eucharistic Congress, St. Christopher’s Church, Kent Island, will host the Eucharistic Miracle Exhibit from Oct. 18-20. For more information and a complete schedule, go to www.stchristopherski.org/essen
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