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The annual Wedding Anniversary Mass will be held on World Marriage Sunday, February 8, 2026, at 1:00pm at St. Margaret of Scotland Church in Newark, DE. The Mass coincides with National Marriage Week, February 7-14, 2026. Bishop William E. Koenig invites all married couples in the Diocese of Wilmington to the Annual Wedding Anniversary Mass on World Marriage Sunday, February 9, 2025, at 1:00pm at St. Margaret of Scotland Church in Newark, DE. Those celebrating significant anniversaries (5-year increments) - 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, or any anniversary beyond 50, will receive a special certificate from the Bishop. Reservations are needed, no matter what the anniversary year. Reservations are required by February 4, 2026. Click to register.

In a revolutionary year, the spirited celebration of America’s 250th anniversary throughout 2026, the national shrine dedicated to the first U.S.-born saint is aiming to help patriotic revelers discover the place of “Mother Seton” among the pantheon of iconic nation-builders. Click to read.

Tens of thousands of couples have healed their marriages through Retrouvaille. Couples learn to build communication skills and to increase intimacy. It also provides help for marriage problems, difficulties, or crises. Upcoming programs begin the weekend of February 6-8, at the Family Life Center in Malvern, PA. Visit www.MarriageHelpDelVal.org or call 215-766-3944. All inquiries are strictly confidential.

Show your support for St Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish. When you dine in at Bob Evans Restaurant on Route 273 (402 Eagle Run Rd, Newark, DE 19702; next to I-95) on Thursday, January 15 from 7am-2pm, Bob Evans will donate 15% of your check to the parish. You must present the flyer when ordering . Click here to download the flyer. We hope to see you January 15!

January 4 is the Feast Day for our Patroness, St Elizabeth Ann Seton. This Feast Day coincides with the Epiphany of the Lord, so our parish will celebrate a St Elizabeth Ann Seton Feast Day Mass during the First Friday Mass on January 2 at 9am. Additionally, the Seton Shrine in Emmitsburg, MD will be holding various activities on January 4 to celebrate, and have proposed some ways to celebrate if you're not able to attend in person. Click for more info.

The Most Reverend William E. Koenig, D.D. presents his annual Christmas Message to the people of the Catholic Diocese of Wilmington.

Our Christmas Mass has been scheduled. Click for more info.

We want to alert you that fraudulent emails are being sent out using Father Carroll's name. These messages may ask for money, gift cards, or personal information. Father Carroll will never ask for money or gift cards by email. Do not reply to suspicious messages. Do not click links or open attachments in these emails. If you receive one, delete it immediately.

All are invited to a very special event – Veneration of a First Class Relic of Saint Mother Teresa of Calcutta. Join us on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church, 800 West Lea Blvd., Wilmington, Delaware. A presentation by Fr. Brian Kolodiejcuk, Postulator of the Cause for Canonization for Mother Teresa will begin at 11:30 a.m. followed by veneration of her first-class relic. Come early for the Divine Liturgy beginning at 10:00 a.m.

We have another Advent invitation to read! Pick up a copy of “The Forgotten Way”: The St. James Master Plan by Matthew Kelly. Click for more info.

From November 23 to 30, show your support for St Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish by purchasing online gift cards from Texas Roadhouse, available in denominations from $10 to $100, and they will provide 10% of the sales back to the parish! These gift cards can then be used to support our parish fundraiser nights at Texas Roadhouse Dec 1-4, where 15% of the check will also be provided to the parish! Click here to purchase.

Show your support for St Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish. When you dine in or order online from Texas Roadhouse on Route 40 (250 Buckley Blvd, Bear; next to Dairy Queen) on Monday, December 1 through Thursday, December 4 from 3pm-10pm, Texas Roadhouse will donate 15% of your check to the parish. You must present the flyer when ordering if dining in or taking out. Click here to download the flyer. We hope to see you December 1-4!

On November 12, 2025, and for the first time in 12 years, the U.S. bishops issued a Special Message addressing their concern for the evolving situation impacting immigrants in the United States.

We are once again asking for your help to put a SMILE ON THE FACE OF A CHILD this Christmas. On December 13th, our Society will be hosting its annual Christmas Event for our neighbors in the community, and we need your help to provide meals and gifts for the less fortunate in our local community. Click here to learn how you can help.

Join the Knights of Colombus Seton Council 7990 as they welcome Santa Claus for their annual Breakfast with Santa Fundraiser, Sunday, Dec 14, from 8 to 11am in the Parish Hall. Adults: $12, Children Under 10: $7

Win $3,000! That's a SLEIGH FULL of Christmas Cash with the 7th Annual Seton Santa Sweepstakes! (Sponsored by Delaware Heating & Air Conditioning Services Inc.) Plus: 5 - $100 runner up drawings are also up for grabs! The drawing is on December 17 after the Brandywine Pops Concert. You need not be present to win. Click here to Purchase Your Tickets Online Today!

Please join us and welcome the Brandywine Pops Orchestra as they return to Seton Parish for a Christmas Concert featuring classical, sacred, and traditional Christmas music. The concert will take place in the church at 7pm on Wednesday, December 17. A cheese and wine reception will be held after the concert in the Parish Hall. Tickets are $10 per person. Click here to purchase.

Join the Fifty Plus Group for a festive evening of good food, great music, and holiday cheer! On Friday, December 19, guests will enjoy a delicious catered dinner from Trattoria di Napoli followed by live music and dancing with the award-winning FLASHBACK Band, recently inducted into the Delaware Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season with friends and fellowship. Click below for full details and reservation information. Click for more info and information on how to RSVP.

Join us for food and fellowship for a Business Professionals Networking Breakfast on December 5 at 8am at St Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish Hall (doors open at 7:30am). Mr. Christopher Kenny, CEO of Kenny Family ShopRite of Delaware, will be the featured speaker and he will share insights on "Strategic Planning for Mission-Driven Organizations." These breakfasts offer an outstanding opportunity to gather with like-minded professionals and leaders from across Delaware and Maryland who are inspired to live their faith in the workplace. We hope you’ll join us and bring a colleague or friend! Click here to register.

Bring your own Bowl & Spoon and come join us on November 11 from 5pm-6pm for an Autumn Soup Night, with proceeds benefiting the programs of our parish St Vincent de Paul Society. Eat in or Take Out. A goodwill donation of $5 is appreciated. Hot and Frozen Soup by the quart will also be available for take out. (1 qt for $10; 3 qt for $25) Click for more info.