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Live the Gospel through love and service. The Society of St. Vincent de Paul invites parishioners of all ages to put faith into action through simple, meaningful acts of service. Rooted in compassion, dignity, and community, our members offer assistance to our neighbors in need while growing together in friendship and purpose. Whether you have time, talent, or simply a willing heart, there is a place for you. Come join us! Please click here to contact Susan Bookout at [email protected] or any member of our group for additional information.

The Catholic Diocese of Wilmington is proud to participate in the upcoming 2026 National Eucharistic Pilgrimage which announced its theme recently. The pilgrimage, under the theme “One Nation Under God” will honor St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, the first American citizen to be canonized a saint as dioceses along the Eastern seaboard of the United States come together from Memorial Day through July 5, 2026 to encounter Jesus in the Eucharist. The National Eucharistic Pilgrimage will pass through the Diocese of Wilmington June 11 & 12. The specific locations to be included in the Diocese are forthcoming.

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!