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<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\nAs baseball great Willie Stargell once said, \u201cI love September, especially when we\u2019re in it.\u201d There\u2019s lots to love in the diocese this month, including the Catholic Business Network breakfast on Sept. 18<\/a> which will feature a talk on A.I. Here are more events scheduled in the coming weeks:<\/p>\n Fall is just around the corner, and men of the Diocese are encouraged to sign up now to share fellowship at the inaugural Catholic Men of Delmarva Conference,\u00a0on Oct. 3,<\/strong> from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at Saint Mark\u2019s High School, Wilmington. The theme is Authentic Masculinity, and the day includes fellowship, music ministry, vendors, national speakers, and Mass with Bishop Koenig. Register now; for more information, go to\u00a0www.DelmarvaCatholic.org.<\/a><\/p>\n St. Hedwig parish once again will mark the solemn anniversary of 9\/11 at a 25th<\/sup> anniversary Mass on Sept. 11<\/strong> at 6:30 p.m. at the parish, 408 S. Harrison St., Wilmington.\u00a0Join Fr. Janusz and the St. Hedwig Community as they remember all our fallen heroes who gave the ultimate sacrifice for their country,\u00a0state and community.\u00a0For more information,\u00a0call (302) 594-1400 or\u00a0go to www.sthedwigde.org<\/a> (Note: If your parish or school is holding ceremonies to commemorate 9\/11, please send that information to news@thedialog.org)<\/p>\n On Saturday, Sept. 12, St. John the Beloved Parish hosts their Indoor Community Yard Sale<\/strong> from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus, it\u2019s a great opportunity to shop for bargains on clothes, household items, kitchenware, home d\u00e9cor, jewelry, religious items and more. For more information go to \u00a0https:\/\/shop.sjbkofcde.org\/<\/a>\u00a0or contact Ray at 302-685-3536 or\u00a0raychris@comcast.net<\/a><\/p>\n Celebrate Blessed Mother\u2019s Birthday<\/strong> with the Legion of Mary at St. Elizabeth Church, on Broom St., in Wilmington on Saturday, Sept. 12<\/strong> at 8:15 a.m. The day begins with Mass, followed by Rosary, procession around the church grounds, and crowning of the Blessed Mother at the Grotto. The event wraps up with brunch at Grant Hall with guest speaker Deacon Ken Pulliam.<\/p>\n On Sept. 12<\/strong> at 10:30 a.m. various locations in the diocese will host the National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Children.<\/strong> Four churches and two cemeteries in Delaware are participating in this annual day of remembrance: Church of the Holy Child, 2500 Naamans Road, Wilmington; St. John the Beloved Church, 907 Milltown Road, Wilmington; Holy Cross Church, 631 S. State St., Dover; and St. Jude the Apostle Church, 152 Tulip Drive, Lewes. Cathedral Cemetery, the burial site of 63 aborted babies, is located at 2400 Lancaster Ave., Wilmington, and Gate of Heaven Cemetery, which has the gravesite of seven aborted babies, is at 32112 Vines Creek Road, Dagsboro. More information\u00a0is available at nationaldayofremembrance.org.<\/p>\n Also on Sept. 12,<\/strong>\u00a0the LOAH Cecil County Division hosts 10 a.m. Mass at St. Patrick\u2019s Chapel,<\/strong>\u00a0237 Pleasant Grove Road, in Conowingo. Come see the restoration at this historic church built by Irish immigrants in 1819. There will be refreshments after Mass with music by the Irish Jasper Greens. For more information, contact Ronnie Boyd (443) 350-1894 or\u00a0rboyd@apgfcu.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Sept. 15<\/strong> is the start date for \u201cWomen\u2019s Catholic Bible Study, Walking with Purpose\u201d<\/strong> (Session 3) at Resurrection in Wilmington. Led by Kate Regan and Mary Eisele and sponsored by Jesus House\/Resurrection Partnership. For more information, go to\u00a0www.jesushousecenter.org<\/a>\u00a0or call 302-995-6859, leave a message.<\/p>\n On Sept. 17<\/strong> at 7 p.m. all are invited to the 20th Anniversary Concert to Combat Human Trafficking,<\/strong>\u00a0at Skyline Methodist Church, 3100 Skyline Dr., Wilmington, featuring many performers who are connected to Resurrection Parish. Free will donations support Zoe Ministries DE and Shared Hope International. Please come and join the mission to Prevent trafficking and to Rescue and Restore its victims!<\/p>\n Sign up now for the next\u00a0Catholic Business Network breakfast Sept. 18<\/strong>\u00a0at St. Joseph on the Brandywine Parish in Wilmington. The speaker will be Father Joseph W. McQuaide IV, Chancellor of the Diocese, who will speak on \u201cSoul of business: Catholic leadership in the age of A.I.\u201d Breakfast is $40 and first-time attendees are entitled to a free print and digital advertisement promoting their business in The Dialog and thedialog.org.\u00a0Register at givecentral.org\/cdow\/Catholic-Business-Networking<\/a><\/p>\n And this sounds like a fun one \u2026 on Sept. 19, Elvis is Back \u2026 At the Beach!<\/strong>\u00a0This fundraiser coordinated by the\u00a0Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians at St Jude Parish Life Center, 152 Tulip Ave., in Lewes. Entertainment will be provided by Frank Raines as Elvis. The night features dinner; dancing; raffles and auction items. Cost is $65 per person and all proceeds support local charities. For more information and tickets, Debbie Nolan Reilly, 410-948-9382, or Kathy Sleys, 201-926-4111.<\/p>\n The Columbiettes will hold their annual Fall Mum Sale the weekend of Sept. 19-20<\/strong> after all Masses at three locations: St. Mary of the Assumption, Hockessin; St. Joseph on the Brandywine, Wilmington; and Immaculate Heart of Mary, Wilmington. It\u2019s aain or shine event and there will be plenty of mums at $10 each. All proceeds benefit local charities. For more information, contact12374columbiettes@gmail.com.<\/p>\n Register now for these upcoming golf tournaments:<\/p>\n The Knights of Columbus are sponsoring a bus trip to the Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia on Sept. 19.<\/strong> Cost is $25 per person, which includes transportation by Executive Coach, museum admission, and box lunch.\u00a0Meet at St. Joseph\u2019s on the Brandywine at 8:30 a.m.\u00a0For questions and to register, contact Jim Haley, Jr. at\u00a0jhaley@ferraralaw.net<\/a>.<\/p>\n St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish is running a trip to the Sight and Sound Theater in Lancaster, Pa. to see \u201cJoshua\u201d\u00a0on Sept. 30.<\/strong> Cost is $160 per person, and the price includes show, bus fare, smorgasbord lunch at Hershey Farm in Strasburg, Pa., bus snacks, tips and taxes. Meet in Seton parking lot by 8:20 a.m. for prompt 8:30 a.m. departure. For tickets, contact Bill Mariano, 302-229-1926 or blm810@verizon.net.<\/p>\n Save the date now for the Diocese of Wilmington\u2019s Annual Marian Pilgrimage,\u00a0on Sept. 26<\/strong> at Shrine of Our Lady Queen of Peace on the campus of Holy Spirit Church, New Castle. The theme is \u201cOur Lady of Nazareth\u201d and the guest speaker will be Rev. Matthew Kauth of the Diocese of Charlotte, N.C., rector of St. Joseph College Seminary, and author of \u201cThe Imitation of Saint Joseph.\u201d Fr. Kauth will speak on drawing more closely to Our Lady through Saint Joseph. The day begins at 10 a.m. Complimentary breakfast items are available at 9:30 a.m. in the gymnasium. Participants may bring their own lunch or may purchase lunch on site for $10. Lunch will be prepared by the parish\u2019s Hispanic community. The day concludes with a Holy Hour, Rosary and Mass with Bishop Koenig. Check parish bulletins and contact your parish liaison for more information on parish participation in the day.<\/p>\n Holy Angels will host UNBOUND: Freedom in Christ Conference, on Sept. 26,<\/strong> presented by Matt Lozano of Heart of the Father Ministries. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. Are you stuck? Carrying hurt, unforgiveness, fear, anxiety, anger, guilt, etc.? Or do you want to help a friend? Join us for a day of hope, prayer, and practical teaching that helps you take hold of the freedom Jesus won for you and gave you at Baptism. For registration and more information go to eventbrite.com<\/a>, search \u201cUnbound conference, Newark, DE\u201d or\u00a0www.stjohn-holyangels.com<\/a>\u00a0and use the \u201caRise\/Unbound\u201d tab or go to \u00a0facebook.com\/stjohnholyangels<\/a>.\u00a0For questions, reach out to\u00a0arise@holyangels.net<\/a>\u00a0or Amy Press (302) 731-2219.<\/p>\n On Sept. 27,<\/strong> from 3-5 p.m. Mount Aviat\u2019s Annual Roast Beef Dinner returns.<\/strong> The menu includes our delicious roast beef with mushroom gravy, mashed potatoes, and of course a delicious array of desserts. Tickets are available in advance or at the door.\u00a0Adults $20, Seniors (60+) $14, and Children (4-10) $10. Takeout is available. For questions or tickets, contact Advancement Director Stephanie Hendron at advancement@mountaviat.org<\/a> or call 410.398.2206 ext. 220. Muont Aviat is located at 399 Childs Road, Childs, Md., minutes from Newark.<\/p>\n If your parish or organization is hosting an event, be sure to let us know as soon as possible by sending the details to\u00a0news@thedialog.org<\/a>, attention Datebook.<\/p>\n To give your event or program a higher profile and more exposure, consider paid advertising in The Dialog and on thedialog.org. Call (302) 295-0635 or email\u00a0advertising@thedialog.org<\/a>\u00a0for more information and rates. We offer many different options to meet your budget and help you get your message to our readers.<\/p>\n Like what you\u2019re reading? Get faith-based columns in your e-mail every Monday when you sign up for our newsletter, The Angelus. You\u2019ll also get the latest Catholic news and information from our Dialog partners during the week. Sign up today \u2014 go to\u00a0thedialog.org.newsletter.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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