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Services

May 2/3, June 6-7, 8:15 p.m.-2:30 a.m.: Communion of Reparation All Night Vigil, St. Hedwig Chapel, 408 S. Harrison St., Wilmington. More information, Janet Aluise, (302) 996-0482.

May 5, June 2, 6 p.m.: Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick, St. Elizabeth Church, Wilmington. Services to ask God for spiritual, physical and emotional healing. There will be Eucharistic Adoration, Benediction, Liturgy of the Word, and devotional prayers to St. Elizabeth. All are welcome. (302) 652-3626.

April 27, 4 p.m.: English-Filipino Monthly Bilingual Mass, St. Elizabeth Church, 809 S. Broom St., Wilmington. Bishop Ephrem Esmilla will be the celebrant. More information, contact Millette Angeles (302) 325-0556 or George and Issa Romero (925) 325-3315.

April 27, 3 p.m.: Divine Mercy Devotion and Chaplet, St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church, 152 Tulip Dr., Lewes.

Sundays, 12:30 p.m.: Legion of Mary Junior Praesidium meetings, St. Mary of the Assumption Church,Coffee Run Room,  7200 Lancaster Pike, Hockessin. Junior Legion of Mary: Children ages 7-17 are invited to join.For more information:   Email: [email protected]

Mondays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.: Millions of Monicas devotion, St. Patrick Church, 1414 King Street, Wilmington. Weekly prayer service inspired by the perseverance of St. Monica, patron saint of mothers. More information www.millionsofmonicas.com or [email protected].

Wednesdays: Mass offered for all who suffer from the disease of addiction, living or deceased. St. Matthew’s Church, 904 E. Newport Pike, Wilmington. Fr. William Hazzard is the spiritual director, (302) 757-2581. More information, call Vince (302)-521-9330.

Daily, noon: Mass at Sacred Heart Oratory, 917 N. Madison St., Wilmington. Also Sunday Mass at 9 a.m.

Centering prayer, Mondays, 10:30 a.m. 12 p.m. Jesus House Chapel, 2501 Milltown Rd., Wilmington. More information at www.jesushousecenter.org

Charismatic prayer and Mass, Jesus House Chapel, 2501 Milltown Rd., Wilmington. First and third Thursdays of month. Prayer 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Mass 12:15pm. More information at www.jesushousecenter.org

Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.: Come pray with us. St. Helena’s Church, 602 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington. Enter through church door marked with yard sign and ask for Laura or Mena. Feel the healing power of prayer. More information, Mena, (302) 475-4238.

Lenten Schedule of Masses & Services at St. Michael the Archangel, 202 Edward Street, Georgetown, and Mary Mother of Peace, 30839 Mt. Joy Road, Millsboro. Holy Thursday, April 17: No morning Mass; Mass of the Lord’s Supper 7 p.m. (bilingual Mass) at Mary Mother of Peace. Good Friday, April 18: No morning Mass; 2 p.m. Spanish: Re-enactment of the Passion at St. Michael the Archangel; 3 p.m. English: Reading of the Passion, Veneration of the Cross and Communion Service at Mary Mother of Peace. 7 p.m. Spanish: Reading of the Passion, Veneration of the Cross and Communion Service at St. Michael the Archangel. Holy Saturday, April 19: 12 p.m.: Blessing of the Easter Food/Baskets at Mary Mother of Peace. Easter Vigil, 7:30 p.m.: bilingual Mass at Mary Mother of Peace (No 4 p.m. Mass at Mary Mother of Peace; No Confessions; No Masses at St. Michael the Archangel/No Confessions. Easter Sunday, April 20: 7:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. at Mary Mother of Peace; 7 a.m. Spanish: St. Michael the Archangel. 9 a.m. English: St. Michael the Archangel, 12 p.m. Spanish: St. Michael the Archangel. For more information, (302) 856-6451or visit www.smammop.com for updates and revisions.

Lenten Schedule of Masses & Services at St. Jude the Apostle Church, 152 Tulip Dr., Lewes. Holy Thursday, April 17th: Mass of the Lord’s Supper at 7 PM. Good Friday, April 18th: Service of the Lord’s Passion and Veneration of the Cross at 3 PM. Holy Saturday, April 19th: Solemn Easter Vigil Mass at 8 PM. Easter Sunday, April 20th: Mass at 7 AM, 8:30 AM, and 10:30 AM in the Church with overflow seating in the Parish Life Center

Lenten Schedule of Masses & Services at Resurrection Parish 3000 Videre Dr., Wilmington:  Holy Thursday April  17 7:00 p.m. Mass of the Lord’s Supper. Good Friday April  18 3:00 p.m. Celebration of the Lord’s Passion. Holy Saturday April 19  8:00 p.m. Easter Vigil Mass. Easter Sunday April 20 9:30 a.m. Mass. For more information, 302-368-0146, www.resurrectionde.org

Holy Week and Easter schedule St. Hedwig Church: April 17, Holy Thursday: 8am Prayer Service ( No Morning Mass); 7pm Mass of the Lord’s Supper; 8pm – 10pm Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament; 10pm Rite of Tenebrae (Service of Darkness). April 18, Good Friday: 8am Prayer Service ( No Morning Mass), 12 noon Stations of the Cross, 3pm   Solemn Good Friday Liturgy (English), 7pm   Solemn Good Friday Liturgy (Polish). April 19, Holy Saturday: 8am, Prayer service (No morning Mass); 10am, 1pm & 3pm, Blessing of Easter Foods (Swienconka), 7pm Easter Vigil Mass. April 20, Easter Sunday, Holy Mass at 9am, 11:30am (Polish) (No 4:00 p.m. Mass on Easter). April 27, Divine Mercy Sunday Join us for prayers and devotions including outdoor procession 1:00 p.m.-3:45 p.m.  Confession, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Holy Rosary, Divine Mercy Chaple (Sung), Outdoor Procession with Divine Mercy Pilgrimage Statue. 4:00 p.m.  Holy Mass. More information, www.sthedwigde.org ,  302-594-1400, ext. 0

Right to Life

Join the Vigils for Life:

• Tuesdays, 9 a.m.-noon. pro-life vigil outside Wilmington Planned Parenthood, 7th and Shipley Sts. Members of Delaware Right to Life are present.  Contact: Mary Miller at (603) 903-5613.
• Thursdays 9 a.m.-Noon outside of Dover Planned Parenthood, 805 S Governors Ave. Street parking available. Contact: Donna Latteri by text, (862) 266-1099
• Mondays and Fridays, 8:30 a.m. to Noon, Tuesdays 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Seaford Planned Parenthood, 800 Health Services Dr. Contact: Jim Anderson, (443)-655-2008.

Vocations

“Visitatio!” Little Sisters of the Poor volunteer Spring Into Service program for college age women. Features week-long immersion experiences in various LSP houses in the U.S. Time for prayer and discernment, service to the elderly, experience community life, spiritual accompaniment. Includes overnight accommodations, meals, be linens and towels. You will be responsible for your own transportation to the location. May 24-30 Kansas City MO. May 31-June 6 Enfield CT. June 7-13 Pawtucket RI. June 14-20 Bronx NY June 21-27 Chicago IL. Juy 5-11 Queen Village NY. July 12-18 Pittsburgh PA. For more information and application, [email protected].

Programs

Through June 5, 6 p.m.: Thursday Night Adoration and Mass. St. John the Baptist, 200 E. Main Street, Newark. Perhaps you are longing for a convenient way to feel God’s presence in your life during this season of Lent and Easter. Join us for Adoration at 6 p.m., the rosary, and Benediction. Mass will be held at 7 p.m. March 16-June 5. (Not April 17.)  For more information or to inquire about parking, (302) 731-2219 or [email protected].

April 19, 10 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m.: Polish Easter Tradition of Blessing of the Food — “Swienconka,” St. Hedwig Church, 408 S. Harrison St., Wilmington. More information, (302) 594-1400 or  www.sthedwigde.org

April 27, 3-6:30 a.m.: Malvern Retreat House is hosting a special overnight event celebrating the canonization of Blessed Carlo Acutis. Guests will gather on the main lawn at Malvern Retreat House to commemorate this auspicious occasion including a live simulcast of the canonization from Rome, celebrate Mass, visit the diocesan shrine to St. Carlo Acutis, and venerate a First Class relic of St. Carlo. Due to limited space, attendees are encouraged to RSVP in advance by emailing [email protected].

April 29, 7-9 pm: “Don’t Underestimate the Power of Your Spoken Words,” presented by aRise Healing Ministry at Holy Angels Parish. Includes short video on the power of words, discussion afterward, and an opportunity for healing prayer. Registration not required but encouraged to ensure enough materials. Walk-ins welcome. Parish Center Office Building (note the location change), Holy Angels Church campus, 82 Possum Park Road, Newark. (302) 731-2219 or [email protected].

May 4-June 15, 11:45 a.m.: Adult Book Study of C.S. Lewis’ “Mere Christianity.” Corpus Christi, 905 New Road, Elsmere.Study is completely free and we provide each member with a copy of the book. Study of this C.S. Lewis book can help answer faith questions while providing helping analogies and metaphors to help you comprehend difficult theological concepts. Visit www.stmatthewsde.com to sign up online, email Jeffrey Sliney at [email protected] or call (302) 824-0604.

May 6-June 17, 10 a.m.: Adult Book Study of C.S. Lewis’ “Mere Christianity.” St. Matthew Church, 901 E. Newport Pike, Wilmington. Study is completely free and we provide each member with a copy of the book. Study of this C.S. Lewis book can help answer faith questions while providing helping analogies and metaphors to help you comprehend difficult theological concepts. Visit www.stmatthewsde.com to sign up online, email Jeffrey Sliney at [email protected] or call (302) 824-0604.

May 6, 7-8 p.m.: “Jesuit Science after Galileo” public lecture, Newman Center at U.D., 45 Lovett Ave., Newark. Hosted by the Delaware Chapter of the Society of Catholic Scientists. The talk will be followed by a reception with refreshments downstairs. Speaker will be Prof. Lawrence Principe of Johns Hopkins University. More information, catholicscientists.org/event/public-lecture-and-reception-on-feb-11-2025-in-newark-de/

May 18, 1-2:30 p.m.: Open House, Ocean City Lady Knights Auxiliary, 9901 Coastal Highway Ocean City, Md. Join us to discover how Catholic women are making a difference in the community. Light fare and refreshments, meet current officers and members, learn about service projects and spiritual activities, discover opportunities to use your talents and interests, find out how to become a member. RSVP by May 12 to https://bit.ly/4iwMQ9p

TBA,  7:30-9 p.m.: Women’s Faith Sharing, hosted by PWYCM (Parents with Young Children Ministry). For more information, text Ruthie at 484-554-5618 or RSVP to Lisa at 951-315-0804.

Grief Support Group. Holy Angels Church, 82 Possum Park Road, Newark. Grief is experienced in many ways—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. While every loss is unique, having the support of others who have experienced loss and understand it can be comforting. Join us on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the chapel located in the San Damiano Center (rear entrance of our Holy Angels Church.) For more information, call 302-731-2435 or [email protected].

Spiritual programs at the Sisters of St. Francis, Aston, Pa.

Morning, Afternoon, and Evening Programs at Sisters of St. Francis in Aston, Pa. For more information or to register, go to https://fscaston.org/

• Contemplative Mornings, April 9, May 14, 2025, Jean Ustasiewski OSF, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 am, $20 (due with registration for those attending on ZOOM); $25 (Persons attending in person)
• Women’s Awareness Salon: Seeing the Sacred in the Ordinary,  May 14, 2025, 10:00 a.m—12:00 p.m., Facilitators: Renee Eells, Susan Long, Guest presenters. $15 each session
• Men’s Spirituality Group Gatherings, Tuesday evenings: April 15, May 13, 2025, 7:30 p.m.—9 p.m., Fritz Haas, Free Will Offering

Programs at The Newman Center at St. Thomas More Oratory, 45 Lovett Ave., Newark. More information, www.udcatholic.org/events

TBA: Catholic Cemeteries regulation clean up at all three cemeteries. Regulations reminders for in-ground burial: All real or artificial flowers must either be in a fixed vase or a cemetery cone;  keep in mind only a minimal amount of cones are permitted through the grass cutting season. Nothing is permitted to be stuck in the ground or laid on the memorial. American flags are permitted Memorial Day through Flag Day. Regulations for crypts / niches: Nothing can be affixed in any way on the fronts, or laid on the patio. All decorations must be within vase. Flowers should not cover the front of  neighbor’s space. Your assistance in removing decorations and disposing of them at home will help reduce the disposal costs for our cemeteries. More information, (302) 737-2524 or cdow.org/ministries/catholic-cemeteries/guidelines/

Retreats

TBA, Worldwide Marriage Encounter retreat, Brighton Suites, Rehoboth Beach: Learn tools to revitalize romance and deepen communication in your marriage. Get away for an intimate weekend. No group sharing required. For information or to register visit our website http://www.wwme.org or call Tony and Linda Massino at 302-648-2228.

May 2-4: Rachel’s Vineyard Catholic Retreat. This retreat offers emotional and spiritual healing for anyone who has struggled with grief and loss from abortion. Whether you are post-abortive or know someone who is, freedom awaits.  Contact Nan Bernardo-Freeman at 302-463-7711 (call or text) or [email protected] by April 18.

May 17, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.: Day of Reflection on Welcoming Prayer, led by Bev Roberts. Resurrection Parish 3000 Videre Dr. Wilmington. Light refreshments for lunch. Cost $25. Register at www.jesushousecenter.org or call 302-995-6859.

TBA, Retrouvaille retreat, Malvern Retreat House, Family Life Center, Malvern, Pa. Program provides help for marriage problems difficulties or crises. More information and to register, www.HelpOurMarriage.org or (215) 766-3944, or 800-470-2230. All inquiries confidential.

Fundraisers

April 27, 2-6 p.m.: Emmanuel Dining Room Auction, Chase Center on the Riverfront, 815 Justison Street, Wilmington. Supports the Ministry of Caring’s Emmanuel Dining Room locations. A variety of sponsorship packages available, auction donations are now being accepted. This year’s theme is Aloha Luau, featuring Hawaiian themed food, drinks and entertainment. Young adults are encouraged to attend this fun event. Tickets now available. More information and tickets, e.givesmart.com/events/HuZ/ or (302) 652-5523, [email protected]

May 3, 6-10 p.m.: 8th Annual Franciscan Night Fundraiser – Kentucky Derby Style, Neumann University’s Thomas Bruder Life Center. Dust off your finest Derby hat and get ready for a night of high-energy entertainment, featuring casino games, a live Derby watch party, music, mouthwatering food, complimentary beer and wine, a live auction and more! All proceeds support the Sisters of St. Francis and their mission, including elder care for our sisters who have dedicated their lives to education, social justice, and compassionate service. isit our website to purchase tickets online. For sponsorships or more information, contact Tracie Henry at 610-558-6143 or visit www.osfphila.org

May 14, 5 p.m.: Catholic Charities Annual Tribute Dinner, Hotel Du Pont, 42 West 11th Street, Wilmington. 2025 Honoree is Christopher L. Kenny, Esq., Business Leader and Community Philanthropist. Tickets, go to bit.ly/CharitiesDinner2025. To sponsor or donate got to bit.ly/CharitiesSponsor2025

The Arts

April 27, 5 p.m.: Contemporary Christian Music Hour of Worship and Praise, Come join us in making music to our great loving God! We have the words and music available so everyone can sing along! Resurrection Parish 3000 Videre Dr., Wilmington, DE 19808 302-368-0146, www.resurrectionde.org

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Festivals/Carnivals/Bazaars

Golf Tournaments

April 30: Seton Memorial Golf Tournament, Deerfield Golf Club, 507 Thompson Station Rd., Newark. 9 a.m. Bag drop, registration, grab and go breakfast, practice. 10:30 a.m. Shotgun start. 3:30 p.m. banquet and awards. $200 per golfer, sponsorships also available. Opportunity to win Jeep Wragler in hole-in-one contest. More information, 302-322-6430 ext. 101, [email protected] or Register Online at:www.setonparish.net/golfclassic

Sales

April 26, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.: Yard Sale, St. Paul’s Parish Hall, 409 Adams Street, Delaware City.  This sale is held inside and will take place rain or shine. Limited food and drinks will be available. This is a town wide event. More information, [email protected] or (302) 834.4321.

May 3, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Quilters/Crafters Garage Sale, Red Clay Creek Presbyterian Church, Newark. Quilting fabric, batiks, complete quilt kits, patterns, fat quarters, sewing machines, scrapbooking/card making supplies, yarn. and much more. For more information, or to donate (before April 19, 2025), please call Cathy at 610-212-7824 or [email protected]. Proceeds benefit “Quilts for Comfort”.

June 7/8: Flea Market, Holy Rosary Parish, Claymont. Rain date June 13/14. More information, (302) 798-2904, [email protected].

Trips

April 23: Bus trip to the National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton in Emmitsburg, Md., a Jubilee Site, coordinated by Holy Family Church, Newark. Total cost for the trip, including boxed lunch, is $70 per person. Sgn up via Jumbula through the website: holyfamilynewark.jumbula.com/adult-faith-formation for more detaila. Payment due by April 1. More informatio, Lupe, [email protected]

April 30: Bus trip to National Seton Shrine and Museum, organized by SS Peter and Paul Parish, Easton, Md. $55 per person, includes transportation, tour, boxed lunch, and Mass at the Shrine. More information, Mary Ann, [email protected]

July 7-13: Pilgrimage to Annecy, France with Fr. Ed Ogden of St. Margaret of Scotland Parish. $1000 per person, does not include airfare however recommendations can be made. Make checks payable to St. Margaret of Scotland Church. Depart Philadelphia evening of July 6. More information, www.margaretofscotland.org

Sept. 21-30, 2025: Pilgrimage to Fatima & Lourdes Discovery with Barcelona. Sponsored by St. John the Apostle and St. Bernadette Parishes. Travel with Fr. Anthony Giamello. Highlights include Fatima, Aljustrel, Valinhos, Cathedral of Burgos, Lourdes, Grotto of Massabielle, Barcelona, Barcelona Cathedral. 10 days, 14 meals. $3,744ppdo, $4,244pp single. More information, https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1274828 or call Denise Hay 302-803-6400

SOLD OUT: Oct. 26–Nov. 5, 2025, Diocese of Wilmington Pilgrimage to Italy, spiritually lead by Most Rev. William E. Koenig, D.D.

Nov. 5-15: Pilgrimage to Italy with Brother Ronald. Tour to Venice, Florence, Assisi, and Rome, with an opportunity to pass through the Holy Doors of the Basilica of Saint Peter in the Vatican City. Cost is $4,499 per person, which includes government taxes and airline surcharges. More information, Debbe Philips at [email protected]

Dances/Socials

May 4, 1-5 p.m.: Spring Fling, St. Edmond’s Parish Hall, Rehoboth Beach. Includes buffet lunch including baked chicken, vegetable sides, garden salad and desserts. Also raffles, cash bar, live Irish music. $25 per person, Hosted by The Ancient Order of Hibernians. For tickets and Information, Peter Curran (516) 770-1822 or Kevin Cunnoin (908) 727-0205.

Meals

May 11, 8 a.m.-12:45 p.m.: Second Sunday Breakfast Buffet, St. Helena’s Masci Hall, Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington. Large assortment of hot foods, baked goods, fresh waffles, omelets, beverages and more. $12 for adults, $5 children under 12. More information or for reservations, contact Nancy, (302) 598-8685 or [email protected].

TBA, 5 p.m.: International Night Dinner, Francis X. Norton Center, 917 North Madison Street, Wilmington. Menu and special chefs TBA Limited to 125 people. Doors open at 5 p.m., dinner at 5:30 p.m. $35 per person, dine in only. All meals by pre-paid reservation. Benefits Emmanuel Dining Room. More information and reservations, www.signup82north.com/beventLive.aspx?EventID=NBI70848980 or contact Michael Sullivan, Emmanuel Dining Room Program Director, (302) 652-3228, ex, or [email protected]  (Tentative 2025 remaining schedule: May 18, Indian American Association of Delaware; June 22, Delaware Platinum Group; July 27, Caffé Gelato; Aug. 24, Buckley’s Tavern; Sept. 28, Columbus Inn; Oct. 26, Delaware Saengerbund & Library Association.)

TBA, 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m.: Knights of Columbus breakfast, 9901 Coastal Highway behind St. Luke’s Church, Ocean City. Breakfast includes two kinds of eggs, sausage, bacon, scrapple, creamed chipped beef and biscuits, pancakes, juice and coffee. The price is $15 for adults and $7 for youth 8 and under.

Bingo/Games

Thursdays, 5:30 p.m.: Bingo, St. Helena’s church hall, Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington. Games begin at 7 p.m. More information, (302) 764-0325.

Tuesdays: Bingo, Holy Rosary Parish Hall (Church hall), 3200 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont. Doors open at 5 p.m., games begin at 7 p.m. Door prizes, pull tabs, food and drinks available. Must be 18 to play. More information, (302) 798-2904 or  www.hrparish.com.

Fridays, Bingo with the Knights, 5-9:30 p.m.: Knights of Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Hwy., Ocean City, Md. (Behind St. Luke’s Church.) Doors open at 5 p.m.; Bingo starts promptly at 6:30 p.m. Every night, at least $1,000 in payouts and a chance for the $1,000 big jackpot at the end of the evening. Light snacks available before Bingo and at intermission. More information, 410-524-7994. (Fridays)

First Fridays: Bingo, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton parish hall, 345 Bear-Christiana Rd., Bear. More information, (302) 322-6430.

Volunteers

Emmanuel Dining Room, coordinated by the Ministry of Caring, is seeking fully vaccinated volunteers and meal partners to help reopen their three sites for daily sit-down meals. Faith groups, clubs and other organizations can help by becoming meal partners, preparing one meal a month, and serving. Individuals can help by setting tables, welcoming guests, serving meals, and cleaning up. For more information, (302) 652-3228.

Offer a welcome to seafarers who visit the ports of Delaware by volunteering at the Seamen’s Center of Wilmington. SCW volunteers join with people from the maritime, business and religious communities providing help for seafarers on shore leave from the isolation of life aboard their merchant vessels. Volunteers host at the center or serve as escort drivers for the crewmen. For more information contact Christine Lassiter at (302) 575-1300 or email [email protected].

The Little Sisters of the Poor, a nursing home which serves low-income seniors located at 185 Salem Church Road in Newark, is seeking volunteers. Flexible schedule available: Volunteer once a month, once a week, or more. Help is needed with breakfast, lunch or dinner, driving to medical appointments, kitchen prep work, folding laundry, cleaning the chapel, photography, and more. For information, please contact Sandra Cloutier, director of volunteers, [email protected] or (302) 368-5886, ext. 137.

Groups

Young Adults group, “The Upper Room” meets Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Learn more about Scripture, pursue a deeper relationship with Christ and have fellowship with a community of believers. St. Matthew’s Church, 901 E. Newport Pike, Wilmington. More information, call or text, (302) 281-4677.

Parents with Young Children Ministry (PWYCM). Activities include faith sharing for parents with young children, book club, mixers, retreats and more. Location varies. For more information about the group, call or text Ruthie, (484) 554-5618.

The Columbiettes, a nonprofit charitable organization that supports the community and the Knights of Columbus, is welcoming practicing Catholic women with serious convictions to help others who are interested in serving and growing in the faith. For more information go to decolumbiettes.org. Inquiries will be directed to an auxiliary in the Diocese of Wilmington closest to your location.

Third Saturdays: The Secular Discalced Carmelites (OCDS) is a Catholic lay order of men and women undertaking to live an evangelical life of fraternity and contemplative prayer, according to the Carmelite Saints. We meet in Newark on the third Saturday of each month. To learn more, contact Diane at [email protected].

Second Saturdays: Our Lady Queen of Peace Lay Fraternity of St. Dominic group, second Saturday, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., in Newark at Holy Angels Church. If you’d like to inquire, contact Anthea T. Piscarik. Email: [email protected] or (302) 373-3916.

Second Saturdays, 9:15 a.m.: Morning Prayer from the Liturgy of the Hours, Lectio Divina, and meeting, Community of Mary of the Secular Order of Discalced Carmelites. Meets at St. Jude The Apostle Church, Lewes. The Community welcomes Roman Catholic lay men and women who, by special vocation, choose to live, in the world, with the spirit and the practice of contemplative prayer and service as it was taught by St. Teresa of Avila, St. John of the Cross, and St. Therese of Lisieux and lived by following the Rule of Carmel. More information, John Kudlick, OCDS, 302-415-9731 or Lauriana Lundy, OCDS, 609-456-3086

Calix is an association of Catholic alcoholics, drug addicts, and family members and friends affected by addiction, who are maintaining their sobriety through participation in their Catholic faith and a 12 Step program. For more information, www.calixsociety.org/directory/

Reunions

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Young Adults

Philadelphia chapter of Young Catholic Professionals (YCP). YCP brings together young professionals in their 20s and 30s into a community of belonging, support, and encouragement at all stages of the faith journey. YCP empowers and equips them to live their Catholic faith through everyday work, and to perform all work with excellence for the glory of God. For more information, www.youngcatholicprofessionals.org/chapter/philadelphia

Wilmington Catholic Young Adults (WilCYA) is a young adult ministry serving the greater Wilmington-Newark Area which strives to connect young adults in their 20’s and 30’s with the Catholic Church through spiritual, social and service events. Each Tuesday, young adults from 15 parishes throughout the Diocese gather together for events such as social nights, Mass & fellowship, Holy Hour/Happy Hour and Catechesis. They also meet up other times during the month for events such as 5ks, and service projects. More information, https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Nonprofit-Organization/Wilmington-Catholic-Young-Adults-WilCYA-118522335477971/