The Hearts of Hope Gala is the biggest fundraising event for Saint Peter Cathedral School – celebrating and preserving the LEGACY of Catholic education in the heart of Wilmington, DE. The Gala will host donors, alumni, community members, and families for a silent auction, hors d' oeuvres, drinks, desserts and school tours that supports SPCS. The funds raised at this event assists in closing the gap between tuition and the cost of education providing families with a faith based choice in education. The gala will be held at Saint Peter Cathedral School. Click here for more info and to register.

Are you a Catholic man who has ever thought about becoming a priest? Is this something you're willing to learn more about to see if God may be calling you to do this? You're invited to attend the Diocese of Wilmington's priestly discernment meetings for discussions on the priesthood, dinner, fellowship, and Eucharistic Adoration. Click here for more information.

This Lent, please consider making a donation to our Rice Bowl. Donations are accepted online through this link and via your parish envelope, and all funds received will be provided directly to Catholic Relief Services. Click here to make your donation this Lent.

High School Seniors whose families are registered at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish are invited to apply for the $1,000 James P. Brennan Memorial College Scholarship, offered by the Ancient Order of Hibernians. The application deadline is March 17, 2026. Questions can be addressed to NewarkAOH@gmail.com. Click here for details and application.

There are many wonderful opportunities to support the financial health of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, including Shamrock Shenanigans, St Vincent de Paul Easter Basket donations, the Seton Memorial Golf Tournament, the Faith & Charity Appeal, and more. Visit this page to view all giving opportunities, and to learn how you can participate and make a difference.

Have you asked Jesus what His plan is for your Life? Come, Listen, Pray and See about God’s call to be a Consecrated Religious Sister. Join the Little Sisters of the Poor on March 14. This is for Women 18 to 35 years old, cost is FREE, and the day includes Rosary, Mass, discussions, Adoration, and lunch. Click for more info.

SOUPS ON! The St. Vincent de Paul Society is once again holding Lenten Soup Nights in the Parish Hall each Tuesday evening in Lent from 5:00pm to 6:00pm. For a suggested donation of $5, you can participate. Please bring your appetite as well as your own bowl and spoon, we will provide the rest! If you are dropping off a soup, please do so around 4:30pm. Click for more info.

In response to a national invitation from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Bishop William E. Koenig and the priests of the Diocese of Wilmington gathered on February 4 for a Holy Hour for Peace and will continue hosting Holy Hours throughout the diocese in the coming weeks. In this time of tension and uncertainty, we turn to Christ, the Prince of Peace, praying for peace in our nation, unity in our communities, and respect for the dignity of every person. All are invited to join in these Holy Hours for Peace. Click here for more info.

Join us as we prepare for Easter. Click to view our Lent and Holy Week Schedule.

Join the seminarians for an evening of prayer, dinner, and discussion about the priesthood on Friday, February 13, from 5:15pm to 8:00pm at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish (4701 Weldin Rd, Wilmington, DE 19803). To register, please click here to email the Diocesan Vocations Office at vocations@cdow.org.

Daily Masses the week of Feb 2-6 have been canceled. Instead, deacons will be holding Morning Prayer on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 8:30am; and, Evening Prayer on Tuesday at 6:30pm. The First Friday Mass will be moved to Saturday morning (2/7) at 9am.

Give yourself a day to answer questions. This day is a discernment day for high school young men who would be open to some conversation about the priesthood with Bishop Koenig, Priests, and our Seminarians. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, February 25, 2026 from 9am-2:15pm at St Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish (345 Bear Christiana Rd, Bear, DE 19701). To register, contact your Parish Priest, Principal, or Campus Minister, or click here to email Fr. Solomon in the Diocesan Vocations Office at vocations@cdow.org.

Religious Education classes and the First Eucharist Parent Meeting are canceled for Wednesday, January 28, due to weather.

(Updated as of 2pm) Tuesday Evening Mass will be held at 6:30pm. Please use caution should you decide to attend. (Updated as of 10:30am) Parish Offices at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton are closed today (1/27). Choir Practice is also canceled tonight. We will share an update later this afternoon regarding the 6:30 PM Mass.

Given the severity of the inclement weather that is expected in the Catholic Diocese of Wilmington, Bishop Koenig has announced a dispensation from the Obligation to Attend Sunday Mass this weekend. All Masses on Sunday, 1/25 are canceled. Additionally, Parish Offices will be closed on Monday, 1/26 and there will be no daily Mass. You are able to watch the live stream of the 4pm Vigil Mass by clicking here. BE SAFE, ENJOY FAMILY, AND HELP YOUR NEIGHBORS!

Join us for an evening of fun and Shamrock Shenanigans! Space is limited, click here to purchase your tickets TODAY!.

Fr Jim Greenfield, an Oblate of St. Francis de Sales, OSFS will speak on the topic of “Living Flexibly in an Anxious World” and use insights from Salesian spirituality and Scripture. Speaking about the legacy of St. Francis de Sales, Pope Francis praised the saint’s realization that “the world was changing, and the mark of a completely evangelical response was flexibility and a farsighted vision.” We, too, are challenged to be a church that is outward looking and free of all worldliness even as we live in the world.

THE TABLE IS SET! Come and find your seat at the table for The CHOSEN-Season 5.Starting February 2, 2026 in the Parish Hall from 6:30-8:30 pm. The Season runs for 8 weeks and culminating before Easter. We view the episode, discuss its relevance, and share light refreshments. Adults only please. We are saving a place for you!

Join the Seton Council Knights of Columbus to watch Super Bowl LX with friends on the big screen in the Parish Hall, Sunday, February 8. Doors open at 5pm. Cost is $15, tickets are available after all Masses. Click for more info.

Online giving is available for parishioners who wish to support the weekly offertory electronically. Secure options allow you to give using a debit card, credit card, or bank transfer, with the ability to make one-time or recurring contributions. Online giving provides a convenient way to support the parish consistently throughout the year. Thank you for your continued generosity. Click here to get started.