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St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

Fall 2015

Dear SEAS Family,

Another school year is underway with all of its activities and challenges.

All of this calls for families to be involved together so that the bond of love may

be strengthened. This applies not only to school but to the family of SEAS. Parish

activities ask for all to partake in its activities to enhance the good that can be

done and to strengthen the bond of love and friendship so that we may truly be

the family of God.

This Autumn season, the church itself will reflect on families with all its

challenges and difficulties and strengths. In September there will be the World

Meeting of Families which will take place in Philadelphia and where Pope

Francis will be a participant. Then, the month of October will see the Synod on

Families which will take place in Rome. The strength of any society finds its basis

on the strength of family life. It is all too evident that for many, family life can be

a struggle. The influences which affect family life can build up or tear down the

bond of love among family members. The challenge is then how do we help

those who are struggling? What are the influences that can make family life

stronger and more caring and loving?

To help families be a community and reflection of love, we need to pray.

Pray for families and pray that God will enlighten many to find ways to help

families. May God bless each of our families and our parish family.

In Christ,

Fr. Charlie

Family Fun Night

Saturday, September 12 at 6:00 p.m. in the church pavilion

Hot dogs and all the fixings

Marshmallows for toasting

Beverages

Balloon Magician at 7:00 p.m.

Bring your lawn chairs and side dish to share

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Notes from Caryn

Calling all present, past, and wanna-be choir

members! And anyone else who enjoys singing. Please plan to

attend a Meet N Greet after the 11:00 a. m. Mass on Sunday,

September 13 in the church. We welcome any and all folks who love

music and want to use it to praise God by “singing a joyful noise”!

If you cannot commit to weekly rehearsals (generally at 10:00 a.m. on

Sundays), we are also looking for people who would like to do a solo on

occasions, whether vocally or on a musical instrument.

If you have any questions, stop by the organ after 11:00 a.m. Mass or

call Caryn at 1-330-815-6940. Looking forward to meeting all of you!

Notes from Ron

Practice for the annual Christmas Eve

Musical begins in September after the

11:00 a.m. Mass. The musical is always

a lot of fun and is enjoyed by all. We need lots of children and teens to

join in. Cast parts will be assigned at the first practice. See Mr. O’Hearn

or call the church office with any questions.

The Handbell Choir is a wonderful way to participate in your parish. We

meet on Wednesday nights from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

You do not need to know how to read music to

play handbells for the music is color coded.

If you enjoy music, but feel you cannot sing, why

not try the handbells? Practices will start in

September. Watch the bulletin for details.

Clambake

Our 25th annual clambake will

be Saturday, September 19 at

7:00 p.m. in the pavilion. Help

us celebrate this silver

anniversary. The bake includes

½ chicken, 1 dozen clams,

sweet potato, corn, roll,

coleslaw, and Ron’s famous

clam chowder. Price remains at

$20.00 per bake and $6.75 for

extra clams. Tickets are on sale

after Mass or in the church

office during the week. Only

100 tickets are sold so get yours

before they are all gone.

200 Club

It’s not too late to join the 200

Club! We still have some

numbers available so you can

still have fun and win. For an

investment of only $50, you can

win a weekly prize of $50, get a

free dinner for the ticket

holder, and be eligible to win a

free membership, $50, $100 (3

awarded), $250, $500, or

$1,000 at the dinner in

November. Don’t be left out,

sign up now!

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Pork Roast

Please do not miss the Knights of Columbus

Pork Roast. It will be held at SEAS starting

at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 11. As in the past, we will have

delicious pork with all of the trimmings. Our menu will include special

prices for children and seniors. Eat in or take out!

The pork roast is an annual fund raiser for SEAS Knights of Columbus.

The revenue is used for scholarships and for our participation in various

parish events such as the parish picnic and family fun night. We count

on your support and look forward to seeing you there!

Knights of Columbus

The Knights of Columbus is a fraternal order that is dedicated to the

principles of Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism. It is our moral

obligation to invite every eligible Catholic man to join. Being a Knight

offers a man the opportunity to develop his faith, form friendships, and

enjoy council, social and fraternal activities.

Our council has consistently supported the parish in many ways. Some

of the things we do each year are: the pork roast, free throw contest,

and assist at Mass every fifth Sunday weekend. We also help with other

events such as the parish picnic, family fun night, and chicken barbecue.

In October, we will lead the rosary after 8:00

a.m. Masses. Knights of Columbus Football

tickets for cash prizes in the second half of the

NFL season will soon be available from your

friendly Knights after Masses. And, don’t forget the “Keep Christ in

Christmas” magnets and decals that we will start selling in November.

All Catholic men are encouraged to join us. Our members meet on the

third Saturday of each month at 9:00 a.m. in the meeting room. Stop a

Knight when you see one or leave our name with the church office and a

Knight will call YOU!

June Anniversaries

John/Linda Clark

John/Jeannine Osadciw

July Anniversaries

Rich/Fran Faloon

Dale/Kathryn Brown

Bilo/Virginia Quinones

Dan/Ann Wadsworth

Erv/Rachel Lambert

Ray/Jean Anthony

Ray/Dolores Zelinsky

August Anniversaries

Ed/Barb Conway

Ron/Kathleen O’Hearn

September Anniversaries

Tim/Nancy Mahoney

Bob/Gerri Ackerman

Carlo/Fernando Venier

Ken/Rosemarie Ritter

John/Phyllis Gerrick

Joseph/Estelita Kenik

October Anniversaries

Curt/Ginny Broschk

Jim/Joan Seabold

November Anniversaries

Dennis/Mary Gerrity

Carl/Jewel Reinhart

If you would like your

anniversary included in

upcoming issues please contact

the office.

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Married Couples Ministry

Married Couples Ministry presents

Sweetest Day 2015

October 17 ~ 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. You are invited to an evening of reflection and conversation about our

greatest relationships. A short video by Fr. Robert Barron provides

insight into how we are drawn to each other by God for a reason. And it

may not be the reasons we think!

Enjoy a heart-warming meal of soups and bread as you discover a little

more about God’s purpose for marriage and friendships. There is no

charge but please bring an appetizer or dessert for 6 to 8 share. And

remember to register by October 11 to hold your place at the table!

R.C.I.A.

Are you or someone you know interested in learning more about the

Catholic faith? Do you want to participate more fully in the Sacraments?

If so, please call Fr. Charlie at 236-5095 to learn more about the class for

R.C.I.A. (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults). Classes begin Sunday,

September 13 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. in the meeting room. All

materials are provided for you at no charge and there is no obligation.

All are welcome!

In the Hospital?

We are eager to visit with our parishioners who are hospitalized and

make every effort to do so. Because of short hospital stays and privacy

rules we are often not informed when parishioners are admitted. It is

important that a family member lets the parish office know immediately

when someone is in the hospital.

Spiritually Speaking…

Spiritual Life invites you to look

forward with us to the season

before Advent. The rosary will

be recited after all 8:00 a.m.

Masses in October. If you would

like to lead the rosary please

call the office. The Knights will

do one of the Sundays.

All Souls Day is celebrated on

November 1. This is a day that

we take time to recognize in a

special way those who have

died during the past year. We

will have an All Souls Service

with prayers and a candlelight

ceremony after the 11:00 a.m.

Mass. If you have a relative or

friend who you would like to be

included in this special service

call the office and we will be

reserve a candle in their honor.

Everyone is encouraged to take

part in the Community

Thanksgiving Service which is

held the night before

Thanksgiving. Watch the

bulletin for details on this years’

service.

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SEAS Faith Sharing

“Therefore, encourage one another and build one

another up, as indeed you do.” -1 Thess 5:11

Faith Sharing is a small gathering of people who:

Pray, listen and theologically reflect upon Scripture together.

Share ways in which the Word of God relates to one’s life

experience.

Encourage and support one another.

Challenge each other to grow spiritually.

Support each other in living as a follower of Jesus Christ,

working to transform society.

The Men’s Faith Sharing Group meets on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of

each month from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. in the meeting room.

The Women’s Faith Sharing Group meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday

of each month from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. in the meeting room.

Please consider joining us.

SEAS Outreach Society

We continue to receive requests for help in our community. We assist

with utility shutoffs and other needed emergency assistance. Along with

financial help, we try to guide our clients to agencies and programs that

will be able to help them with long term needs.

We will again have Keep Warm Sunday on October 24 and 25. At this

time we will collect bedding items and towels as well as cash to be

donated to the needy in Lorain County. The items we collect will go to

Elyria Hospitality House Center for distribution. Their clients are most

appreciative of the help they receive from us.

We are able to do all these things because of our generous contributors.

You are truly the hands of Christ in helping our neighbors in need. Thank

you for response of aid to the needy of our community. We are blessed

to have such generous support.

Youth Group

Our church has a youth group

for 7th graders through high

school students. The group has

a lot of fun activities, service

projects, and bible study. We

have also had a few

fundraisers! Watch the bulletin,

check the bulletin board or call

the religious ed office to find

out about what it is happening

with our group. To join just

show up!

Have you seen

our website?

Our website is up and running

and full of great information!

Go to

www.seascolumbiastation.org

for information on upcoming

events, calendar, bulletin, PSR

and Youth Group news and

forms, and gift card order

forms.

We also have links for Daily

Reflections from Pope Francis,

Faith Activities, Daily Prayers,

and Family Activities!

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PSR News

Teaching our Catholic faith to our

children is the responsibility of the

entire faith community. It is the

parent’s responsibility to bring their

children to Mass, talk about and live

their faith at home and at work. If

your children attend public school in grades one through eight they

should be enrolled in PSR classes. Classes begin on September 14 with a

Meet and Greet night at 6:30 p.m. here at the church. We look forward

to helping your children in their faith journey.

Your child must be registered and have paid the fees before they can

attend class. If you still need to register or have any questions please

call the religious ed office at 236-3711. Please keep all our PSR students

in your prayers.

Confirmation students should be watching the bulletin for

opportunities to earn service hours. The Pork Roast on October 11 will

be a great service project!

Marian Circle

Our ladies group has lots of fun activities and

also helps the parish by being hostesses. With

the funds we raise, we purchase items for the parish and help the local

food pantries. Our meetings are the third Thursday of the month at 7:00

p.m. in the meeting room. Our next meeting is September 17. We would

love to see YOU join this great group. We are looking for new ideas and

could use your help in planning.

The Ladies Game Night will be on October 9 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. We

will have delicious appetizers. If you have been to our events, you know

they will be plentiful. We are expanding the games to include both

BUNCO and YAHTZEE. Come join in the fun.

The popular Advent Tea will be held on December 4. Watch the bulletin

for more information on both these events.

PSR Happenings! September 14 PSR begins October 2 Commissioning Mass Practice October 4 Commissioning Mass at 11:00 a.m. followed by retreat November 2 First Reconciliation meeting December 5 First Reconciliation December 7 PSR food drive/ Mass at SEAS December 12 and 13 PSR Bake Sale December 14 Christmas Party/Live Nativity

Pray and Remember

9/11/01 Jesus, beloved Savior, in

remembering these terrible

events, we recognize our great

need for Your guidance and

protection. We have painfully

learned that our country is

vulnerable and that violence

can disrupt both individuals and

nations. We pray then for

healing for all the people whose

lives were shattered in the

attacks. We pray for those who

defend our freedom. We pray

for wisdom for our national

leaders. We pray for peace, for

our country and our world.

Jesus, beloved Savior, as we

remember, hold us in Your

loving hands. Amen.

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Finance News

On-line Giving is coming soon. We have passed all the obstacles and are

in the home stretch. We will have a link on our website to direct you to

on-line giving. Look for information by mail, bulletin, and

announcements.

For too many weeks our offertory collections have been significantly

lower than the amount we need in order to keep the parish running and

well maintained. We have tried to be good stewards and continue to

look for ways to cut expenses. But we need your help as well, please try

to increase your weekly contribution even modestly.

Your continued support of our ongoing fundraisers (paper recycling and

certificate purchases) is a big help. We especially appreciate all the

volunteers who do so much for our parish. You save us thousands of

dollars every year.

Second Harvest Food Pantry

Food Pantry at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church is a Second Harvest

Charitable Partner. On the first Monday of the month (unless it’s a

holiday and then the second Monday), we distribute food to an average

of 55 families consisting of 143 people. Our clients live in Columbia

Station, Eaton, or Grafton. Many are elderly or disabled. Without our

assistance many would have to choose between food and prescriptions.

We get the majority of our food from Second

Harvest. This food is furnished by the government at

no cost to our pantry. Second Harvest also has food

we can purchase at greatly reduced costs. The

remainder of the food is donated by volunteers and

parishioners. The people of our parish are very

generous in donating money so we have the funds to purchase

necessary food. You were fantastic in your support to help us get food

in June, when Second Harvest was closed due to moving.

The pantry is manned by parish volunteers and some of our clients, who

work unloading the truck and sorting food at 2:30; distributing food at

4:00 p.m.; and clean up after. The food pantry is for the community but

we receive no support from outside our parish.

Aiden Rindal

Robert Rizer III

Nicholas John Fonseca

Jacob Taylor Truelson

Kevin Michael Sargent

Rest in Peace…

Raymond Nagle

Felix J. Lombardi

Efren Biglangawa

Thomas Stevens

Joanne Pajcic

Stanley Lindo

Albert Babinec III

Marilyn Falk

Thanks to your generosity we

have surpassed our 2015 goal.

Because of you Catholic

Charities continues to be a

beacon of hope to those in

need.

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Papal Visit to the United States

On September 22nd through September 27th, Pope Francis will visit the

United States. His apostolic journey will begin in Washington D.C. on

September 22. While in our nation’s capital, he will be welcomed at the

White House, address a joint session of Congress and Canonize Blessed

Junipero Serro. On September 24, the Holy Father will travel to New

York City where he will address the General Assembly of the United

Nations on September 25. The final city of the Pope’s journey takes him

to Philadelphia for the World Meeting of Families.