DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY
APRIL 3, 2016
CONGRATULATIONS AND WELCOME …………. GARY CAMP
received into the Catholic Church during our Easter vigil. We welcome him into the
St. Ann’s Parish Community and continue to pray for him and for all those who are
discerning joining our faith community!
2016 Annual Catholic Appeal – “Blessed are the Merciful for They Shall Obtain Mercy”
The 2016 Annual Catholic Appeal will be conducted in parishes throughout the diocese next weekend. Once a year, our Bishop asks each of us to make a commitment to support the work of diocesan programs and ministries that provide services that no one parish can offer on its own. Your gift helps bring Christ to those who seek His presence - the poor, the sick, the distressed, our children and our elderly.
Our parish target is $141,000. Your financial support of the Appeal also provides funding for our parish since 100% of monies collected above our target will be returned for our own ministerial needs.
Please give prayerful consideration to your resources as well as the thousands of individuals and families who receive needed assistance through ministries supported by the Annual Catholic Appeal. Decide ahead of time the contribution you wish to make this year and come to church next weekend prepared to offer your support.
To learn more about the Annual Catholic Appeal, visit www.cdow.org; click “Giving” then “Annual Catholic Appeal”.
CONCERT TODAY!!! – April 3 featuring the classic English Duo CHAD & JEREMY! Chad Stewart and Jeremy Clyde scored their first chart-topping hits in the sixties as part of the British Invasion, along with artists like the Beatles, Kinks, Peter & Gordon, and Herman’s Hermits. They were distinguished by their beautiful harmonies and striking original compositions like “A Summer Song” and “Yesterday’s Gone”. Chad & Jeremy still perform together and we’ve got them here at St. Ann’s. You may have seen them recently on PBS. Now you can see them live in Wilmington. Tickets are $33 for Adults, Ages 13-17 $5.00 12 and under free. Doors open at 6:30pm and food/drink are available for purchase. Mark your calendars for the next concert at St. Ann’s - STRAWBS (English 70s Progressive rockers) – Saturday May 14th at 6:30pm. Tickets are also $30 in advance, $33 day of the show: ages 13-17 $5.00 and 12 & under Free.
St. Ann’s School WILL OFFER A Three Year Old Program for the 2016/17 School Year – Class size will be between 8-17 children and will be a full day (arrival at 7:50am and dismissal at 2:45pm). Spots are filling up quickly! For more info, contact Principal Stacy Solomon at 652-6567 or visit thesaintannschool.org. A registration fee of $100.00 is required.
Wine & Craft Beer Tasting presented by the Knights of Columbus at St. Ann’s – Wilmington supported by Kreston's Wine and Spirits of Wilmington. Saturday April 16, 2016 at St. Ann’s Social Hall, 1851 N. Union St. Wilm. DE 19806. Sample a range of wines and craft beers with the opportunity to purchase with special discounts from Kreston's. Doors open at 7:00 PM. Hors d'oeuvres, door prizes and tasting glass included in the $30 ticket. A Silent Auction and 50/50 tickets will be available. Proceeds support the Knights' works of charity and community service. For info/ tickets call Dave Skillman 302-762-3239 or email . For the latest info see the website: http://wilmingtonwinetasting.com. Thank you for your support.
Malvern Retreat News – The annual Archbishop Fitzmaurice Group weekend retreat for the men of the Diocese of Wilmington is April 29 through May 1 at beautiful St. Joseph’s- in- the-Hills, Malvern Pa. Please check the vestibule for a brochure detailing the benefits offered by a retreat at Malvern. For more info, please visit our website at www.malvernretreat.com or call Dave O’Connor at 302-764-7149.
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Saturday April 2
8:00 A.M. Georgina Sheing & Henry Salacki
5:00 P.M. Thomas A. & Anita McBride
Sunday April 3
7:30 A.M. Parishioners
9:30 A.M. Kathy Godley
11:30 A.M. William J. Doto, Jr.
Monday April 4
6:30 A.M. Donald MacPherson
8:00 A.M. Elaine Morole
Tuesday April 5
6:30 A.M. Deceased members of the Sorbara & Regan families
8:00 A.M. Bridin Reynolds
Wednesday April 6
6:30 A.M. John R. Dougherty
8:00 A.M. David Dubose
Thursday April 7
6:30 A.M. Anna DiNicola
8:00 A.M. John F. “Coby” Maloney
Friday April 8
6:30 A.M. Christine Logullo
8:00 A.M. Stephen & Anna Smith
Saturday April 9
8:00 A.M. Margaret Driscoll
5:00 P.M. Thomas W. Faulkner, Sr.
Sunday April 10
7:30 A.M. Rev. Msgr. Paul J. Taggart
9:30 A.M. Parishioners
11:30 A. M. Braun & Mooney families
Pray for the sick, shut-ins and elderly of our Parish.
The Chapel of Divine Mercy is open 6am to 10pm, 7 days a week with the Blessed Sacrament exposed. Can you offer an hour of your time? Visit www.adorationchapel.org to sign up. You can also call Chris at 584-1422 or Nan at 656-8438.
ST. ANN’S PRAYER LINE – to place a name or special request on the prayer line email Joe/Shirley Ackerman at or 384-7513.
Cathedral of St. Peter Celebrates its 200th Year – Bishop Malooly will officiate the anniversary Mass on the Third Sunday of Easter, April 10th. All are invited especially former members and school alumni of St. Peter. For more info, call 654-5920 or visit www.cathedralofstpeter.com.
Hospital Visitations – Make sure to call the Rectory at 654-5519 if you are in the hospital and would like a priest to visit.
FOR THE SAKE OF GOD’S CHILDREN…
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. It is most appropriate that Child Abuse Prevention Month is held during the Easter season. There is no better time than Easter to celebrate the protection of our most valuable gift from God – our children. The Diocese of Wilmington is committed to create a safe environment and protect children. Read more about the policies and procedures and how you can help create a culture of protection. (www.cdow.org scroll to For the Sake of God’s Children link) Questions call: Coordinator for Safe Environments 302-295-0668.
PREP Registrations for 2016-17 – If you have a child who will be attending a non-Catholic school for pre-school or first grade next year, please call the Religious Education Office at 654-8504 for more information about registering for our Sunday morning Religious Education classes. Registration begins in March and closes when the class is full.
Religious Vocations Jesus gave the Twelve the authority to forgive sins in His name, and He continues to give that authority to the Church through the ministry of the priesthood. Is He calling you to serve this ministry of reconciliation as a priest? If you are a man between the ages of 18 and 49 and believe that God might be calling you in this way, call or write Father Norman Carroll, Diocesan Director of Priestly and Religious Vocations at 573-3113 or .
Are you missing out on an opportunity to donate to St. Ann’s? Many employers generously offer matching gifts for your contributions or volunteer time to St. Ann’s parish. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to support your parish at no cost to you! Check with your employer to see if this is available. Thank you to some of the companies that have matched donations for their employees to our church: Boeing, Verizon, RBC Wealth Foundation, JP Morgan Chase, NYSE Euronext Foundation and PJM Interconnection.
Need to register for St. Ann’s? Visit our website www.stannwilmington.com and select the parish registration button. You can either print the form and drop off to the rectory or fill out online and email it back to us.
Our Lady of Fatima – Designer Bag bingo on Sunday April 24. Doors open at 1pm. Game cost is $20 in advance and $25 at the door. You may pay online or call the rectory at 328-3431.
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BULLETIN ADVERTISERS – Have you taken a look at the patrons listed on the back on the bulletin? It’s because of their support that we can provide this bulletin at no cost to our parish. Please visit these businesses and don’t forget to tell them where you saw their ad!
Retrouvaille Weekend – Do you feel lost, alone or bored in your marriage? Are you frustrated, hurt or angry with your spouse? Retrouvaille may be the LIFELINE that you need. It is not just a social gathering or series of seminars, but rather a way to rediscover and rekindle the loving relationship in your marriage. The next program begins on the weekend of April 15th at the Family Life Center in Malvern PA. Another weekend will be held beginning August 12th. For more info or to register, visit the website www.HelpOurMarriage.com or call 1-800-470-2230. All inquiries are confidential.
Celebrate 1050 Years of Polish Christianity – with mass at St. Hedwig Church on Sunday April 24th at 11:30am. Lunch will follow at the Sheraton Wilmington South ($30 per person). For more info or to register, call Krystyna Musik at 239-5211 or .
Celebrate Life Mass – You are invited to the
Annual Diocesan Mass, a celebration for persons with special needs and their families, friends and caregivers. This event will be held at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish in Bear on Sunday May 1st. The day includes a gathering at 12:30pm, Mass at 1pm and a light lunch following. Please bring 2 or more cans of food for the parish food closet. To register, email Debbie Ciafre at or call 275-8717. Please register no later than April 10th.
Rachel’s Vineyard Catholic Retreat – for post-abortion healing will be held at Jesus House in Wilmington DE on May 27-29. The retreat weekend is a beautiful opportunity for any person who has struggled with the emotional or spiritual pain of abortion. For more info, contact Nan at 302-528-8313 or visit rachelsvineyard.org.
Save the Date!!! Bus Trip to Hershey Park on May 22nd – The Office of Marriage and Family Life announces a trip to Hershey Park on May 22. Come and join your diocesan family for a day of prayer, food, and fun at Hersey Park. Trip and registration details will follow in early March.
St. Thomas More Membership – If you are a judge or a lawyer, please consider joining the St. Thomas More Society. Visit the website http://stms-wilmington.org to sign up!
St. Joseph on the Brandywine April Book Club For the April meeting, book club members chose Pope Francis’ book “The Name of God Is Mercy”. In his book, Pope Francis explains his reasons for proclaiming a Holy Year of Mercy. The Meeting is immediately following the 12:05pm Mass on Monday April 11 from 12:45pm-2pm. You are welcome to bring a brown bag lunch. To register, contact Michelle Hogan at 302-622-8878 or .
Hawaiian Paradise – St. E’s 12th Annual Fundraising Auction – Saturday April 16th with a starting time of 6pm. Tickets include a Silent & Live Auction, gourmet buffet, open bar (soda, wine, beer); cost $40 individual, $70 couple, $350 reserved table for 8. Reservations are required. For more info, contact Kathleen Houghton at 225-8675 or . Proceeds benefit the St. E Technology and Scholarship Funds. Set sail for an auction adventure at St. E’s Hawaiian Paradise – Hawaiian shirts and dresses are encouraged!
Padua Academy’s Blue Gold organization – “Bring a Buddy to Bingo” – Friday April 8th. Family friendly event that benefits DFRC. There will be a “kids corner” for the little ones with games and activities. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children 10 and under. The price includes 6 bingo cards, slice of pizza, a drink and 3 raffle tickets. Doors open at 5:30apm with the bingo starting at 6pm. For more info, contact Lisa Kowalski at .
Compassion Care Hospice at St. Francis – is looking for volunteers in the hospice program. You can help by visiting patients, providing companionship, respite for family and caregivers, music therapy, pet therapy and veteran to veteran support. If you are interested or need more info, call 421-4690. Background checks and training are a requirement of the program. Compassionate Care Hospice is a community-based organization committed to providing the highest quality of comfort care for person in the final stages of life.
Coming Up:
4/3 6:30pm Chad & Jeremy
Concert
4/4 School reopens
4/4 7pm Athletic Assn Mtg
4/4 6:30PM Symbolon Class
4/5 9:15am School Mass
4/7 7pm Choir
4/7 7:30pm SVDP Meeting
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