Thirty-First Sunday of Ordinary Times
Mission Statement
We, the Roman Catholic Parish of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, are an all-embracing, diverse Christian community who warmly welcomes everyone to join us. We draw closer to God and one another through worship, which nourishes us for service to our brothers and sisters. We choose to combine our many gifts to teach, celebrate, evangelize, help those in need and proclaim the Gospel of Jesus in word and deed. Amen.
NOTES FROM FR. ROGER
MENSAJES DE PADRE ROGER
Greetings Dear Parishioners…I hope that all were safe and dry during the hurricane/nor’easter that came down upon us early this past week. It is a time to help one another and to realize that God and Nature are truly powerful and that at these times, we as human being realize our place in the large picture that is the universe. I made a visit to the church building often to make sure that all was well here…you have built well, it survived well during those wet days.
Also, thank you for the tremendous show of support, love and respect that was offered to His Eminence Christian Cardinal Tumi during his stay here at our beloved parish. He wishes to extend to all of you a tremendous word of thanks and praise. The Cardinal says that, you the parishioners have given him one of the best weeks he has ever had while visiting a town or parish. He is truly impressed, as am I, for your dedicated ministry to this historic moment for Seton Parish.
It is good to see the parishioners think large and think universally…it reminds us that we are part of a very large and exciting world and church.
And today we welcome Bishop Malooly to the 11am Mass for the celebration of the annual St. Marin dePorress Feast. We are honored to have the Bishop celebrate this Diocese event here at Seton. We welcome also the Diocesan Gospel Choir. With the clocks changing once again, be at peace. For darkness cannot conqueror the light of Christ which shines from within our hearts and from within our Faith Tradition.
CAR RAFFLE - Don't forget to purchase your tickets so you can SEE THE USA IN YOUR 2012 CHEVROLET CAMARO 1LT. $50.00 per ticket. Must be 18 to purchase or win. Info fliers are in the Gathering Space. Purchase online atwww.setonparish.net OR,in the Gathering Space after weekend massesand the office during the week. Drawing will be Dec. 1, 2012.
Pilgrimage to New York City…Monday, January 7th…in order to celebrate Mother Seton’s Feast Day, and our 35th Anniversary as a parish, and to gear up for our April pilgrimage to Ireland, the parish is sponsoring a day in NYC. We will visit Mother Seton’s Home and Shrine in Lower Manhattan, enjoy free time and lunch (on your own) at South Seaport, then tour St. Patrick’s Cathedral concluding with Mass. Bus departs Seton at 7:30 am and returns at 6:30 pm. Then awaiting us in the Parish Hall will be a warm and joyful Italia dinner where we can reflect on the activities of the day together. Cost, including bus, snack, tips for drivers, donations to Shrine and Cathedral, and dinner (by Trattoria di Napoli) is $60 per person ($50 w/out dinner). We will take as many buses as needed so all can enjoy this moment together. Deadline for reservations will be Nov. 5th. Your payment by check made out to Seton Parish, goes to Fr. Roger. It will secure your reservation. Hope to see you all on the bus!
RCIA
690-9032 or (Adult)
325-1069 or (Children)
THE RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS is the process by which non-baptized adults, and children seven years and older, join the Catholic Church. The process is also for those adults and children baptized Protestant who want to become Catholic, and for those baptized Catholic but who have not received any other sacrament.
SAVE THE DATE… November 11th…Vendor and Craft Bazaar in the Seton Church Hall from 8am to 2pm. This event is hosted by the Worthy Ladies of Seton K of C. Please come and check it out… Shop for yourself or shop early for the holidays. We will also have a precious metals buyer, so bring your precious metals that you want to sell. Refreshments will be available. If you are interested in being a vendor, contact Trish Johnson 598-4023.
QUESTION OF THE WEEK
Week of November 4th
Key Passage: “The Scribe asked Jesus, “Which commandment is the first of all?” Jesus answered, “The first is, “Hear, O Israel: the Lord our God, the Lord is one; you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your strength.” (Mark 12: 28-30)
Adult: Why is love of neighbor as important as love of God?
Child: When do you show that your love of God and your neighbor with your whole heart.
ADULT FORMATION
Anita Wood - 322-6430 x 115
The Bible Reflection Group will meet Tuesday, at 7:00pm in room 106.
Thought of the Week – Pessimism may be our daily habit, but optimism must be our life’s work.
Care for elders – Monday, Oct 29th, 7-8:30pm in the Library. Anita Wood will give resources for spiritual support for the caregivers.
Thursday-Grief Support Group – Five Thursday’s beginning November 8th at 7:00pm in the Chapel.
SETON PRESCHOOL
Janet Gargani 322-6430 ext. 103
3 year old 2 day program, 4year old 3 & 5 day programs.
Please call for more information.
NEXT WEEK’S READINGS
1 Kings 17: 10-16, Heb. 9: 24-28, Mk 12: 38-44
Our next meeting is Tuesday, November 13 @ at 7:30pm in the Seton Center.
To all men interested in learning what the Knights do and about joining our Organization, please call Mike Garko, Grand Knight, @ 836-6007. Thank you.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Theresa Burke, ext. 102
Monday Religious Education class 10/29- this is a scheduled RE class, all students and catechists are expected in class for a night of fun. Religious Education is joining Youth Ministry for a hay ride. All students please come to the church at 6:30 for community prayer.
No Religious Ed class on 10/31-Happy Halloween! No Religious Ed class on 11/1- All Saints’ Day, holy day of obligation.
Family Sessions- If you have not returned your blue paper indicating which date you prefer for the “Family Session”, Dec 2nd OR Dec 9th, please do so ASAP. The sooner you return your paper the better chance you have of getting your choice of date.
Reconciliation Books- Any parent who did not attend the Reconciliation Parent meeting, contact Lucy Lopez at 322-6430 ext 101.
MASS INTENTIONS
Saturday, November 3
5:00pm Sandy Quattro & Don Franklin, Jr.
Sunday, November 4
7:30am Marleen D’Ascenzo
9:15am Deceased Members of the K of C
11:00am Zoila Ferraro
Monday, November 5
8:30am Anthony Ofuani
Tuesday, November 6
7:00pm Joe Szczecinski
Wednesday, November 7
8:30am Fr. Thomas Bennett
Thursday, November 8
8:30am Rose Antonuccio
Saturday, November 10
5:00pm Maria Michael
Sunday, November 11
7:30am Barbara & Leo Methven (living)
9:15am Stephen & Eleanore Omelchenko
11:00am John Melograno
50+November Gathering
If you are 50+ please join us for our November Gathering which will be a Turkey dinner with the trimmings. Mary Ellen and Pat are going to cook the turkey with trimming coming from the members. Please call Joann Atkinson at 836-4984 if you have not been assigned an item to bring. The date for the gathering is Thursday, November 15th at 6:00pm
SETON’S YOUTH MINISTRY
Mary Holmburg Ext. 104
We are underway, where have you been???!
Teens & Tweens Gatherings-alternate Monday Nights 6:30-8:30pm. 10/29, 11/12, 11/26, 12/10, 01/07, 02/04, 03/04, 03/18, 03/23, 04/01, 04/15, 04/29.
Registration forms and the activity calendar are available in the gathering space. October 29, RE & YM Hayride/Bonfire HERE at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton 6:30pm. Come join in the fun and see what this year has in store….
Service Opportunity- RSVP to ext. 104.
11/03/12- Church Fall Festival-5-11pm
12/15/12- Toy Room 8am-4pm
12/16/12- Santa Breakfast 8am-12pm
01/05/13- 3 Kings Dinner 5-9:30pm
02/14/13- Senior’s Prom Set-up 6:30-8:30pm
02/15/13- Senior Prom 4:30-10:30pm
02/25/13- Station Practice 6:30-8:30pm
02/26/13- Soup Night 5-7pm
02/26&27 Station Practice 7-8:30pm
02/28/13- Rehearsal for YM Stations 6:30-8:30pm
03-01/13- YM-Presentation of Stations 5:30-8:30pm
03/24/13- Easter Bunny Breakfast 8am-12pm
5/6, 13, 20 VBS Set Design.
06/17-21- VBS Camp 8am-1pm.
YMLC-Youth Ministry Leadership Committee
Our meeting schedule has been set. We will be meeting on the 4th Tuesday of each month. If you have any time or ideas to offer please send it our way.
CLEANING CORP - Team “C” is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 10th at 9am. Interested in helping out? Call Kathy 302-366-8988.
STOCKING FOR OUR MILITARY PERSONNEL
Joan Ansalvish’s granddaughter, a college student at Neumann College, will be collecting food items, toiletries, CD’s, small articles of clothing, etc. to send overseas as Christmas Stockings, to our military men & women, who will be away from family and friends during the up-coming holiday season. There will be a box in the Gathering Space for your donations
PARISH STEWARDSHIP REPORT
Offertory 10/28/12 $ 9,858.00
Major Maintenance $ 1,011.00
“As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one other as good stewards of God’s varied grace…so that in all things God may be glorified.” 1Peter 4: 10-11
Thank you for your continued support.
WONDERLAND GALA
December 1st; 6 – 10 PM
Tickets go on sale this weekend
November 3rd and 4th
MEETINGS OF THE WEEK
Sunday, Nov. 4 10:30am Home Study
11:00am Job Seekers
12:00pm Reception with Bishop
Monday, Nov. 5 6:00pm 50+ Officers
7:00pm Memorial Mass
Tues. Nov. 6 7:00pm Bible Reflection
PLEASE VOTE
Wed. Nov. 7 7:00pm Parish Council
Thur. Nov. 8 7:00pm AFC Meeting
7:00pm Grief Support Group
Sat. Nov. 10 10:00am Men’s Faith Sharing
Sun. Nov. 11 8:00am Vendor Show
THANKS
To everyone that donated towards our silent auction for the Wonderland Gala on December 1st. We look forward to celebrating with you on the 1st of December and thank you for your support!