ST. JOSEPH PARISH / PARROQUIA SAN JOSE

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1 ST. JOSEPH PARISH / PARROQUIA SAN JOSE 371 East Main Street Middletown, Delaware 16th Sunday OrdinalTime JULY 19, 2015 Saint Joseph Church PARISH MISSION STATEMENT We, the faithful of St. Joseph Parish, willingly accept our baptismal call to gather and worship as a community, to proclaim the Word of God, and to serve in the image of Jesus Christ. MISIÓN DE LA PARROQUIA Nosotros, los fieles de la Parroquia de San José, aceptamos de buena voluntad nuestro llamado bautismal a reunirnos y adorar como comunidad, a proclamar la Palabra de Dios, y a servir en la imagen de Jesucristo. OUR CHURCHES & SACRAMENT SCHEDULE St. Joseph Church: East Main Street, Middletown, DE Saturday Vigil Mass: 5:00 PM Sunday Masses: 8:30, 10:30 AM Misa Dominical: 1:00 PM (Español) Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:30 AM Reconciliation: Saturday at 4:00 PM St. Rose of Lima Mission: Lock St, Chesapeake City, MD Sunday Masses: 8:00, 9:30 AM Wednesday Mass: 9:00 AM Reconciliation: Sunday at 9:00 AM St. Francis Xavier Shrine: Church Road, Warwick, MD As announced COUNCIL EXECUTIVE OFFICERS Finance Council: John Sanders ( ) Pastoral Council: Amy Brenner ( ) Saint Rose of Lima Church PASTORAL OFFICE STAFF Rev. David F. Kelley, Pastor Rev. Timothy Brady, O.de.M., Associate Pastor Tim Enright, Deacon Fred Wendt, Deacon Bob Altmiller, Facilities Manager Nathan Costa, Coordinator of Liturgical Music Jackie Delaporte, Special Assistant, Sacristan Diana Gotthold, Formation Office Rosemary Hadland, Coordinator of Music Ministry Odile Jacob, Organist Mary Kirk, Director of Religious Education Richard McAloon, Business Manager Pat Sparks, Parish Secretary Antonia Tonie Vandenberg, Ministerio Hispano Mark Winterbottom, Coordinator of Youth Ministry GENERAL INFORMATION psparks@stjosephmiddletown.com Website: Pastoral Center / Centro Pastoral: 371 E. Main Street Middletown, DE (entrance on Cleaver Farm Road) , (FAX) (toll-free from Maryland: ) Ministerio Hispano: , Ext. 104 Office Hours / Horario de la Oficina: Monday Thursday: 9:00 AM 8:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM 5:00 PM Christ the Teacher Regional Catholic School 2451 Frazer Road Newark, DE Sr. LaVerne King, RSM Principal

2 Liturgy Notes Presider s Intentions This week, our presiders will offer Masses for these intentions: Monday, July 20 St. Apolinaris 8:30 AM (SJ) Katie & Andy Lodes Tuesday, July 21 St. Lawrence of Brindisi 8:30 AM (SJ) Bill Williams The Cathedral of Saint Peter is the Seat of the Diocese of Wilmington and the Bishop s own church. This beautiful and historic church is in need of our help. The weekend of August 22 & 23, a special collection for the maintenance and preservation of the Cathedral of Saint Peter will be taken up in all parishes in our diocese. Please be as generous as you can. For more information, including a letter from Bishop Malooly, a message from the Cathedral s Administrator and a video tour of the Cathedral, go to Wednesday, July 22 St. Mary Magdalene 9:00 AM (SR) George Shestock Thursday, July 23 8:30 AM (SJ) Regina Collins St. Bridget Friday, July 24 St. Sharbel Makhluf 8:30 AM (SJ) Robert Kuberski Saturday, July 25 5:00 PM (SJ) Our Parishioners Sunday, July 26 17th Sunday in Ordinal Time 8:30 AM (SJ) Frank Collins 10:30 AM (SJ) Patricia Beldelamente 1:00 PM (SJ) 8:00 AM (SR) William Hughes 9:30 AM (SR) George Barczewski CHRIST'S PRESENCE IN THE WORLD There's a bit of a "missing link" in the first two sentences of today's Gospel from Mark. In the first, the apostles return from having been sent out on mission two by two ("one who is sent" is the meaning of "apostle"). Their instructions were to preach repentance, drive out demons, and heal the sick in Jesus' name. In the second sentence, Jesus tells them to come away with him and rest a while. It would be nice for us to imagine that, between those two sentences, a look of amazed gratitude and pleasure crossed the face of Jesus as he hears of the kingdom proclaimed in his name, and how they didn't have to shake the dust off their feet anywhere. They deserved a rest! It might not be bad for us, when we gather together with Jesus as the apostles do today, to do this kind of debriefing, allowing the Lord to hear what we've sought to do in his name, our successes, our failures, our need to get away with him for a while to be fortified for further work in God's name. For we, the baptized, are not only the flock of Jesus Christ; through water and the power of the Spirit we have also become the Body of Christ, the presence of the Shepherd for the life of the world. Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Co. LA PRESENCIA DE CRISTO EN EL MUNDO Hay una cierta "conexión" que falta entre las dos primeras oraciones del Evangelio de hoy. En la primera los apóstoles regresan de la misión a la que habían sido enviados de dos en dos ("apóstol" en griego significa "enviado"). Habían sido enviados a predicar la conversión, a expulsar a los demonios, y a sanar a los enfermos en el nombre de Jesús. En la segunda oración, Jesús les dice que se vengan con él a un lugar solitario para descansar un poco. Nos gustaría pensar que, entre esas dos oraciones, una expresión de placer y gratitud cruzó el rostro de Jesús al oír como el Reino ha sido proclamado en su nombre, y como no tuvieron que sacudirse el polvo de los pies en ninguna parte. Bien se merecían un descanso! A nosotros tampoco nos vendría mal, cuando nos juntamos alrededor de Jesús como los apóstoles en el Evangelio de hoy, que nos tomáramos un descanso, para que el Señor pueda escuchar lo que hemos hecho en su nombre -nuestros éxitos, nuestras decepciones, nuestra necesidad de "escaparnos" un rato con él para que nos fortalezca para seguir trabajando en el nombre de Dios. Ya que nosotros los bautizados no somos sólo el rebaño de Cristo; por el agua y el Espíritu hemos sido transformados en el Cuerpo mismo de Cristo, la presencia del pastor para dar vida al mundo. Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Co.

3 The Word in Our Lives: Readings for July 26, 2015 Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinal Time First Reading: 2 Kings 4:42-44 A man came from Baal-shalishah bringing to Elisha, the man of God, twenty barley loaves made from the firstfruits, and fresh grain in the ear. Elisha said, Give it to the people to eat. But his servant objected, How can I set this before a hundred people? Elisha insisted, Give it to the people to eat. For thus says the LORD, They shall eat and there shall be some left over. And when they had eaten, there was some left over, as the LORD had said. Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 145:10-11, 15-16, (16) Second Reading: Ephesians 4:1-6 Brothers and sisters: I, a prisoner for the Lord, urge you to live in a manner worthy of the call you have received, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another through love, striving to preserve the unity of the spirit through the bond of peace: one body and one Spirit, as you were also called to the one hope of your call; one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all. Gospel: John 6:1-15 Jesus went across the Sea of Galilee. A large crowd followed him, because they saw the signs he was performing on the sick. Jesus went up on the mountain, and there he sat down with his disciples. The Jewish feast of Passover was near. When Jesus raised his eyes and saw that a large crowd was coming to him, he said to Philip, Where can we buy enough food for them to eat? He said this to test him, because he himself knew what he was going to do. Philip answered him, Two hundred days wages worth of food would not be enough for each of them to have a little. One of his disciples, Andrew, the brother of Simon Peter, said to him, There is a boy here who has five barley loaves and two fish; but what good are these for so many? Jesus said, Have the people recline. Now there was a great deal of grass in that place. So the men reclined, about five thousand in number. Then Jesus took the loaves, gave thanks, and distributed them to those who were reclining, and also as much of the fish as they wanted. When they had had their fill, he said to his disciples, Gather the fragments left over, so that nothing will be wasted. So they collected them, and filled twelve wicker baskets with fragments from the five barley loaves that had been more than they could eat. When the people saw the sign he had done, they said, This is truly the Prophet, the one who is to come into the world. Since Jesus knew that they were going to come and carry him off to make him king,he withdrew again to the mountain alone.

4 La Palabra en Nuestra Vidas: 26 de julio de 2015 XVI Domingo Ordinario Primera Lectura: Reyes 4:42-44 Llegó un hombre de Baal-shalishah a Eliseo, el hombre de Dios, veinte panes de cebada de las primicias, y grano fresco en el oído. Eliseo dijo, "Darle a la gente a comer." Pero objetó su siervo, " Cómo puedo configurar esto antes de un centenar de personas?" Eliseo insistió en "Dar a la gente a comer." "Porque así dice el Señor, «Comerán y habrá algunos izquierda sobre.'» Y cuando habían comido, había algunos de la izquierda, como el Señor había dicho. Segunda Lectura: Efesios 4:1-6 Hermanos y hermanas: Yo, preso por el Señor, exhorto a vivir de una manera digna de la llamada que ha recibido, con toda humildad y mansedumbre, con paciencia, teniendo uno con el otro a través del amor, tratando de preservar la unidad del espíritu mediante el vínculo de la paz: un solo cuerpo y un solo espíritu, como también fueron llamados a la esperanza de su llamada; un solo Señor, una fe, un bautismo; un Dios y padre de todos, que es sobre todo y por todos y en todos. Evangelio: Juan 6:1-15 Jesús fue a través del mar de Galilea. Una gran multitud lo siguió, porque veían las señales que realizaba en los enfermos. Jesús subieron a la montaña, y allí se sentó con sus discípulos. La fiesta judía de la Pascua estaba cerca. Cuando Jesús levantó sus ojos y vio que una gran multitud venía a él, dijo a Felipe: "Donde podemos comprar suficiente comida para ellos a comer?" Dijo esto para probarlo porque él sabía lo que iba a hacer. Felipe le respondió: "Valor de los salarios de oscientos días de alimentos no sería suficiente para cada uno de ellos para tener un poco." Uno de sus discípulos, Andrés, el hermano de Simon Peter, le dijo: "Hay aquí un muchacho que tiene cinco panes de cebada y dos peces; pero, qué es éstos para tantos? Jesús dijo, "Tienen la gente de reclinación". Había mucha hierba en aquel lugar. Así los hombres inclinado, unos 5 mil en número. Entonces Jesús tomó los panes, dio gracias, y distribuidos a los que estaban de descanso, y también como mucho de los peces como quisieron. Cuando habían tenido su terraplén, dijo a susdiscípulos, "Reunir los fragmentos sobrados, para que nada se desperdiciará." Lo recogieron y lleno mimbre doce cestas con los fragmentos de los cinco panes de cebada había sido más de lo que podían comer. Cuando la gente vio la señal que había hecho, dijeron: "Este es verdaderamente el Profeta, quien está por venir en el mundo". Puesto que Jesús sabían que iban a venir y llevarlo para hacerle rey, él se retiró otra vez a la montaña sola.

5 Stewardship MARTHA S GUILD Team 4 will clean on Thursday, July 23, 2015 Loretta Williams, Captain Madeline Toner Ella Garvine Doris Dill Shirley Stafford Peggy Calvani Anthony Davies George Vergel Kathleen Majewski Nancy Terranova Ann Thompson Kathy Ursitti For more information or to volunteer, please call Loretta Williams, As we wrap up the week, a special thanks to everyone who supported the annual parish carnival. The festivities are always a hit and it s wonderful to see so many smiles as folks enjoy the rides, games, food, music, and friendship. The volunteer help and participation is greatly valued and we ll look forward to doing it again next year! The offertory collection for last week was $13,438 toward our new weekly offertory goal of $16,150. This brings our year-to-date total to $27,996 received toward our goal of $32,300. Thank you for accepting the responsibility of faithful stewardship. John Sanders, President, Finance Council PAT S PIZZA Pat s Pizza Family Restaurant, located at 311 N. Broad Street in Middletown, will donate 10% of all receipts we return to them. Please place your saved receipts in the collection basket or drop them off at the parish office. We are blessed that our local businesses continue to support our parish. Please thank them for their generosity when you visit Pat s. Esquina de Administración Hemos terminado la semana de carnaval, Unas gracias especiales a todos los que apoyaron el carnaval anual de nuestra parroquia. El carnaval anual siempre tiene un gran éxito y es maravilloso ver tantas sonrisas como la gente disfrutar de los paseos, juegos, comida, la música y la amistad. La ayuda de voluntarios y la participación se valerosa y miráramos adelante a hacer lo de nuevo el próximo año! John Sanders, Presidente del Consejo de Finanzas Fulton Paper & Party for being the Pin Flag Sponsor at our golf outing. Please be sure to visit our parish website and check out sponsors of our golf outing and those businesses who advertise in our bulletin. Your support of these sponsors is one way to say thank you for their generosity.

6 Parish Life NEW TO THE PARISH The following people have registered in our parish recently: Mr. & Mrs. William Bogel of Springmill; the Roberts family of Bayberry Village; and the Yekpa family of Middletown. We pray that you will become closer to God through your participation in our Faith Community. We look forward to getting to know you. Welcome! PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE ILL We remember in prayer all those who are ill, especially Laurel Stell, Anthony Guida, Al Kentrus, John Wirth, Robert Knox, Lynn Winnington, Shannon Faust, Christine Laphan, Vera Gortowski, Jennie Sytnik, Anne Thomas, Margaret Wicks, Marguerite King, Sue Osborne, Karen McKenna, Antoinette Gelfo, Lea Castelli, Bruce Wendt, Penny Reuss, Ellen Roberts, Larry Reyes, and Peggy Robinson. MAY THE ANGELS LEAD THEM INTO PARADISE Please remember in your prayers our deceased parishioners, loved ones, and benefactors. Grant them eternal rest, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. FIRST EUCHARIST BANNERS This year s First Eucharist banners, previously on display in the gathering space of church, are now in the Religious Education Office and can be picked up at the Parish Center Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM. If you need to make special arrangements to pick up your banner, please call the Religious Education Office at , ext CHRIST THE TEACHER PRESCOOL AND KINDERGARTEN PROGRAMS Christ the Teacher Preschool and Kindergarten staff provide a loving, supportive, and Christian atmosphere while giving each child the personal attention and guidance necessary for appropriate development. Our preschool and kindergarten programs have a strong academic, religious and social focus, nurturing a generation of bright and moral youth. Students leave our preschool and kindergarten well prepared and motivated for success and firmly anchored in Christian traditions and values. Preschool and kindergarten activities are ageappropriate and include activities in the following areas: Religious Education, Language Arts, Math, Social Studies and Science activities, Music, Gym/ Outdoor Play, Music, Computer Technology, Gross/ Fine Motor Activities, Cooking Experiences, Arts-n- Crafts, Field Trips (consistent with curriculum), Center/Story-time, and Dramatic Play. A few seats are available in the year-old class on Tuesday and Thursday PM class (11:50-2:50) -Tuition $1,825 a year year-old class on Monday, Wednesday, & Friday PM class (11:50-2:50) - Tuition is: $2,725 a year. 3. Kindergarten is a full day program. Tuition first child in the family for sponsoring parish families is $4,400 and out-of-parish is $5,150. The registration fee is $125. LIGHTHOUSE CD s The Lighthouse kiosk in the gathering space in St. Joseph church has been replenished with new cd s. There are cd s on the Eucharist and other uplifting and helpful talks. We have some great books including: The Body and Blood of Christ (Scott Hahn); The Eucharist-Our Very Life (McDonald); Fan or Follower? (Jeff Cavins); Feminine Genius (Coleen Carol Campbell); Faith at Work & The Holy Moment (Matthew Kelly); Pursuing Holiness-Lessons from St. Frances De Sales (Ralph Martin); The Bible Made Me Do It (Tim Staples); and Catholicism; A Father Who Keeps His Promises (Scott Hahn) and The One Thing, (Matthew Kelly). For more information and a tour of the school, please contact Sister LaVerne (slking@christtheteacher.org or call ext. 129). YOUTH MINISTRY NEWS Youth Fellowship offers young people an opportunity to meet and openly discuss faith matters, participate in exciting group activities, and learn new ways to enjoy and live life to the fullest. There are also many opportunities for young people to plan their own events and activities to share their creativity. Interested youth should contact Mark Winterbottom, , ext. 106, or mwinterbottom@stjosephmiddletown.com.

7 This Week in Our Parish Monday, July 20 8:30 AM PREP Session D 6:30 PM Cub Scout Leaders Planning Meeting in Rm. 6 8:00 PM Friends of Bill W in Rms. 5 & 7 Tuesday, July 21 8:30 AM PREP Session D Wednesday, July 22 8:30 AM PREP Session D 7:00 PM Charismatic Prayer in rm. 2 Thursday, July 23 8:30 AM PREP Session D 6:30 PM Contemporary Choir in St. Joseph Church 8:00 PM Friends of Bill W in Rms. 5 & 7 Friday, July 24 8:00 PM Friends of Bill W in Rms. 5 & 7 Saturday, July 25 4:00 PM Confessions in St. Joseph Church 5:00 PM Mass in St. Joseph Church Sunday, July 26 1:00 PM Misa en Español in St. Joseph Church SUMMER PREP IS IN SESSION We ask all visitors to our parish complex to use caution when driving into and out of the parking lots. Our Parish Religious Education Program has begun summer sessions and we have large numbers of youth on our property during the day and the evening. Please keep a watchful eye out for them! Christian Formation Don t Forget to Register! All of the various forms necessary for Religious Education registration for our Fall sessions are available online this year. Please check the parish website to find updated Religious Education Registration forms for grades 1st through 8th and the registration form for the sacraments of Reconciliation & First Eucharist. If your child has completed grade level one and is enrolling in grade level two you must complete a separate form to register for the sacramental preparation of Reconciliation and Eucharist. This is a separate process from Religious Education class registration and has a separate schedule and fee. Registrations and your preferred method of payment are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. New this year-a copy of the Diocesan Form A: Annual Consent and Release must be filled out and submitted for each student at the time of registration. Also, please note that this fall we will have three different sessionstwo sessions that follow a two and a half hour time frame, and one session that follows a ninety minute time frame. As in the past, confirmation of session registration will be sent via . CATECHISTS NEEDED! SUMMER SESSION D Summer Session D begins on Monday, July 20 th and runs through July 31 st. Classes meet from 8:30 to 11:30 AM. We have students in grades 1 st through 8 th registered for classes, however we find ourselves short several catechists. We are looking for people willing to share their time, talent, and faith in grades 1, 2, 3 and 6. Please give Mary Kirk a call in the Religious Education office, , ext. 107, if you are interested in more information.

8 CHARISMATIC PRAYER MEETINGS There will not be another prayer meeting until, Wednesday, July 22 due to Summer Prep and the carnival. Beginning July 22, there will be a prayer meeting every Wednesday, at 7PM in Rm. 6. We will begin each meeting with a brief teaching on the charisms of the Holy Spirit, followed by prayer and praising the Lord. Why not consider joining us if even for one evening? Any questions, call John or Cookie Ruane at BIBLE STUDY & PRAYER GROUP Dennis and Jan Faust host a Bible Study and Prayer group on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month in their home. Please call for directions. A second group, hosted by Ed & Mary Sumner, meets on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month to discuss the readings for the following Sunday. Please call for directions. All are welcome! RCIA The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) program is designed to help Inquirers on their faith journey. If you or someone you know has expressed an interest in joining the Catholic Church, please contact Deacon Tim Enright, , ext. 119, or tenright@stjosephmiddletown.com. COME AND SEE JOHN 1 V The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults team (RCIA), here at St. Joseph s Parish cordially invites you to attend our get acquainted meeting with the Catholic Faith. This is an informal gathering and is a great way for those who have been considering becoming Catholic to get information. Is the Catholic Faith for you? Has a family member or friend been asking you about our faith? COME AND SEE August 30, :30-7:30pm at the Parish Center Refreshments will be provided Bring a friend ~ All are welcome R.S.V.P appreciated or psparks@stjosephmiddletown.com PLEASE NOTE Children must be with an adult when they leave the worship place during mass. Our ushers have been instructed to send children back to their parents. This is for the safety of your children. PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR DELEGATES On July 21, Fr. John Hynes, Fr. Glenn Evers and five delegates from the Wilmington Diocese will embark upon a nine-day delegation to our sister diocese of San Marcos in Guatemala. The delegation agenda includes meeting Monsignor Carlos Enrique Trinidad Gómez, the new bishop of San Marcos, and visits to parishes in El Rodeo, San Pablo, and El Quetzal, the medical clinic of Catarina; Cristo Salvador School; and a migrant hospitality center. Please pray for our delegates and our sisters and brothers in San Marcos. VOCATIONS REFLECTION Woe to the shepherds who mislead and scatter the flock of my pasture, says the Lord in today s reading from the Prophet Jeremiah. How important it is to ask God to bless our Diocese with an abundance of priests and to ask Him to bless the priests we have with the graces they need to live out their vocations in holiness and integrity. If you think God is calling you to serve the Church as a priest, please call or write Father David Kelley, Diocesan Director of Priestly and Religious Vocations ( , vocations@cdow.org). Be sure to visit our website: POWER OF PRAYER Prayer is powerful...do you have someone or something for which you would like prayers? You may phone Pat at the Parish Office or your prayer requests to Kathy Dolde at kdolde@gmail.com and they will pass them on to members of our Prayer Chain. Parishioners are also welcome to join our prayer group. All it involves is getting an and praying for the person or petition. If you are interested, please contact Kathy.

9 MARRIAGE MOMENTS Complaining can be a release for negative emotions, but it can wear down the listener - usually your spouse. Can you go one day without complaining? Let your beloved check you and hold you accountable. PARENTING POINTERS As your children mature and become emerging adults the way you share your faith must mature also. "Share your faith struggles, not just your certainty." (Parenting Your Adult Child) Their questions may deepen your faith. That is good. GOOD NEWS Listen to Catholic Forum every Sunday morning at 10:05 a.m. on WDEL now found on FM, 1150 AM and Next Sunday, July 26 th, tune in to learn about the Year for Consecrated Life when Sister Ann David Strohminger, Delegate for Religious for the Diocese of Wilmington is the guest. For photos, information regarding upcoming guests and more, Like Catholic Forum on Facebook at Jesus is moved at the sight of those who were coming to him in need. He was in need of rest but instead put others first and began to teach them many things. Bring the readings home this week by putting others first. When you are in need of rest, when you have so much to do, when you just want to be alone those are the times we are called to be more like Jesus and put others first. Social Concerns MINISTRY TO THOSE IN NEED Through your generosity last week we received $ from the Poor Box at St. Joseph, and $15. from the Poor Box at St. Rose of Lima. Thank you for continuing to assist those in need. CHESAPEAKE CITY ECUMENICAL COUNCIL FOOD PANTRY UPDATE Thanks to all who help fill our pantry. We could not feed the needy without your assistance. This week we are in need of: Ramen noodles Jelly Jell-O Hot and cold cereals As always, we will take anything you are willing to give to help build our stock. Our goal is to have NO patrons, which would mean everyone has a sufficient amount of food to feed their family! CCEA Wellness Director is still needed. If you are interested please call or outreach@ccea4u.com for more information on the position VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL (VBS) August 1-6, :00 pm - 8 pm Town Point Church (CCUMC) Please register your children at or adults can register if you would like to help. We can never have enough eyes watching God s children. 911 SERVICE September 11, :00 PM - 6:30 PM Location: Pell Garden Park Chesapeake City, MD 21915, USA All are welcome to attend! GOLF EVENT WITH LUNCHEON & AUCTION In Memory of Betty Alderson. September 26, am Registration - 9am Tee Times (starting). The CCEA needs each of the churches to promote teams entry for the event and collect golf items for giveaway (balls, tees, or any type of golf gear/ equipment). If each church can donate a basket to be auctioned, that would also be helpful. You do not need to golf to attend, you can join us that day for the luncheon and/or auction. Please check the following for updates: Website Follow us in Facebook Thank you to all who faithfully support the CCEA Ministries throughout the year!

10 Around the Diocese JESUS HOUSE 40 TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Sunday, July 19 th Mass at noon followed by an Open House until 4:00 pm. Join us for a look back over the first 40 years and be a part of the next. Light fare, fun and fellowship Bring the whole family! Extra parking available at the Heritage Park Office Complex across the street. Handicap parking on site. To RSVP: call our office at Jesus House Prayer and Renewal Center, 2501 Milltown Road, Wilmington, DE jesushousecenter.org ST. MARK HIGH SCHOOL BUS AGREEMENT It is time to sign up for bus service. We are now in the process of creating routes for the coming school year. Please return your bus agreement and deposit by July 15, in order to insure your seat on the bus. It is important to return your bus agreement even if you previously submitted a bus interest form in late May. Deposits for the bus may be submitted by mail to: Attn: Finance Office 2501 Pike Creek Rd. Wilmington, DE or by contacting the Finance Office at to pay by credit card. Please note: Bus payments are billed August through May. Please contact Mrs. Gina Grangel, Transportation Coordinator with any questions. ST. DENNIS CHURCH Galena, MD Annual "El Toro" Bull Roast Saturday, July 25th 3:00 7:00pm Roast Beef * Deep Fried Chicken Corn * Tomatoes * Potato Salad Green Beans * Tacos * Tamales Ice cold Beer * Ice Tea * Lemonade Raffles Silent Auction Bake Sale Drawing- Mexican Folk Dancing Tickets available before and after each Mass $5.00 children age 6-12 free/6 & under $50.00 Family Deal (2 adults and 3 or more children ) For advance tickets $20.00 call Jim (717) For more information call (410) MARRIAGE RETROUVAILLE Are you experiencing stress or trouble in your marriage? The Retrouvaille Marriage Weekend Program offers tools needed to rediscover a loving marriage relationship. Thousands of couples headed for cold, unloving relationships or divorce have successfully overcome their marriage problems by attending the program. The 2015 Retrouvaille weekend program will be held August 7-9 at Malvern Retreat House in Malvern, PA. For information on the program please visit the website or to register for the weekend please call All calls are confidential. MARYLAND CATHOLIC WOMENʼS CONFERENCE PRESENTS: SEEK A Retreat: Relax, Refresh, Discover. Come and rest! Join your sisters-in-christ, quiet your soul, and listen to His voice. Seek to grow in Him through talks, Mass, sharing, journaling, music, walking, reflecting, and spending time with each other. As in all relationships, we must seek to nurture our relationship with Christ. Invite your sisters, mothers, daughters and friends. October 10 & 11, Mt. St Maryʼs University, Emmetsburg MD. Visit or call Jeanne Discounts available for groups of 10 or more. WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER Are you like sheep without a shepherd? Deepen your communication, strengthen your relationship, rekindle your romance and renew your sacrament by attending the next Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend scheduled for November 6-8 in Rehoboth Beach, DE. For more information, visit our website at -delmar.org or to register for the weekend, please call Tony & Linda