Annual Catholic Appeal supports Diaconate Program

The Diaconate Formation Program supports the vocation and ministry of the deacon, beginning as an Inquirer through his journey to ordination and beyond. The Diocese of Bridgeport provides an integrated four and one-half year program that is structured around the four pillars of human, spiritual, academic, and pastoral dimensions – all supported through gifts to the Annual Catholic Appeal. Through prayer, study, and the grace of the Holy Spirit, the candidate undergoes a transformation of heart and mind as he prepares himself to be minister of the Word, Altar, and Charity. There are now 52 active deacons, 39 retired, most who continue to serve, and 8 men in formation. Our discussions with those interested in knowing more about our formation program is ongoing. When you give to the Annual Catholic Appeal, you support the formation of men who serve in our parishes and communities throughout the diocese for many years to come. “Through the Annual Catholic Appeal, our men in formation are accompanied and supported, without the financial burden to fulfill their “call” to the diaconate. This allows the men to focus on their studies and discern their vocation in preparation for supporting their assigned parishes upon ordination.” - Deacon Jerry Lambert, Director of the Diaconate and serving at St. Theresa Parish, Trumbull.

First Eucharist

We had 28 children make the Sacrament of First Eucharist this weekend.  Please keep them in your prayers.

Ascension Thursday

Thursday, May 13, 2021 is Ascension Thursday, a Holy Day of Obligation.

Mass on Wednesday - Vigil 7:30 p.m. - sign-up

Masses on Thursday are:

8:30 a.m.- sign-up

12:00 noon - sign-up

7:30 p.m. - sign-up,

Outreach Committee Collection

Our Outreach Committee continues to accept donations of non-perishable foods and canned goods.  From this point on, donations will be brought to our fellow parish, The Church of the Blessed Sacrament, in Bridgeport.  Thank you in advance for your continued support and generosity.  Donations can be left in the bin downstairs outside of McKeon Hall, and are generally picked up after the first weekend of the month. 

Dorothy Day Hospitality House

On the second Sunday of each month volunteers from St. Elizabeth Seton provide meals to Dorothy Day guests.  Some guests are homeless, some unable to afford meals and most are grateful for the help we give them.  Our team of volunteers have continued to provide for the growing need throughout the pandemic.  Our next day of service is Sunday, May 9th, and we could use a few more helping hands to help meet the current demand for help. There is a sign- up sheet on the bulletin board in the vestibule in the back of church.  If you could spare some time this week we would greatly appreciate it.  

Annual Catholic Appeal

Mass Sign-up

1. Please remain 6 feet social distance from the parishioner in front of you. If you are arriving with your family, only one member needs to sign in, the rest may take their seats. 
2. Take a clean pen from the canister
3. Add your name and contact information to the sign in sheet
4. Place the pen in the used canister for disinfecting after the mass
5. Take your seat in the church

You may reserve your space using one of the links below.  

5 pm mass Saturday | 8am mass Sunday | 9:30 am mass Sunday | 11:30 am mass Sunday

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