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Weekend Update October 2/3
27th Sunday in Ordinary Time
May the Lord bless us all the days of our lives.
READINGS FOR THE WEEKEND: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/100321.cfm
LIVE-STREAMING: Visit https://www.youtube.com/c/StPolycarpSmyrnaDE for live stream. Masses may also be viewed at a later time. As you may have noticed, our live streaming is not always working. We apologize for this inconvenience.
LIVE STREAMING HELP NEEDED: As you may have noticed, our live stream is not always working. Our live stream continues to be important to many of our parishioners who are homebound or unable to attend Mass for other reasons but want to view Mass and remain connected to our parish. We are in urgent need of someone to help with the live streaming. As of now, we do not have anyone with the capabilities to set up and maintain streaming. We are confident that God has given our parishioners all of the gifts to build up His Kingdom here at St. Polycarp. Let us all pray that someone with those gifts will step forward and offer to help with our live streaming. Please contact Judy at communications@saintpolycarp.org
ONLINE BULLETIN: https://www.jppc.net/onlinebulletins/301template.pdf
CHECK YOUR SPAM FOLDERS: We are having some issues with families not receiving our emails. Please check your spam/junk folder.
THIS WEEKEND, SUNDAY, OCTOBER 3RD
ROSARY: Please plan to join the Sodality in praying the rosary tomorrow, Saturday, October 2nd at 3:25 pm, before the start of the 4pm Mass.
PSR in person class this Sunday for Grades P/K – 4, 9:00 am – 10:15 am. In person classes for Grades 5-8, Tuesday, 7pm – 8:15 pm. ARRIVAL: Remember to use the double doors off the side driveway to drop off your child. (When brining your child to class, you may park your car in one of the lots and walk your child into the building if you would like to do that.) DISMISSAL: Parents of children in P/K – 4 must enter the building to pick-up their child at the end of class. Tuesday parents should enter the parking lot closest to South Street and wait in their cars for their child to be dismissed. Check your handbook for details. Parking in the driveway/fire lane is prohibited.
Masks and hand sanitizing is required. It is important to complete and return any forms that were attached to your handbook.
THE ANNUAL BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS, in honor of St. Francis of Assisi, will take place this Sunday, October 3rd, at 12:15 pm.
Meet outside across from the front of the Church on the front lawn.
BOSCOV’S DISCOUNT TICKET SALE-OCTOBER 2nd AND 3rd: The Brother Vincent Columbiettes will be offering Boscov’s Discount Tickets for a donation after the 4 pm Mass and the 10:30 am Mass this weekend.
AGAPE: SUNDAY, OCTOBER 3rd Please come join your fellow parishioners this Sunday, October 3rd following the 10:30 am Mass for fellowship and light lunch in the Mother Drexel Hall. Our Agape will be hosted by the PSR. Hope to see you there!
BIRTHRIGHT OF DELAWARE – BOTTLE FOR BABIES: Throughout the whole month of October, “Respect Life Month”, Birthright of Delaware will host its Annual Bottles for Babies Fundraiser. Please take a bottle home today, fill it with loose change, cash, or checks and return it to the parish at the beginning of November. Please do not write or place stickers on the bottles. Birthright reuses the bottles year after year. The proceeds from this fundraiser benefit pregnant women and their babies. Thank you for supporting Birthright!
2021 ST. POLYCARP CHURCH ORNAMENT FUNDRAISER has begun! Please check the insert/order form in this week’s Bulletin. This unique glass Christmas Ornament is 3 1/4” in diameter and comes packaged in its own gift box for safe keeping. This beautiful ornament is also the perfect gift for friends or family that have moved out of the area. These ornaments are sure to become a cherished keepsake and heirloom. LIMITED EDITION – only $12 each ($15 w/Silver Hanger).All proceeds benefit Parish School of Religion (PSR). You may order online using a credit card at https://membership.faithdirect.net/events/details/7693
WEEK OF OCTOBER 3RD
WEEKDAY MASS: There will be 8:30 am Mass on Tuesdays and Wednesdays only.
The RCIA is the process by which such individuals become full members of the Catholic Church. We are called to share the “Good News” and you can make a difference by simply asking! If you are aware of someone who is looking for a spiritual and emotional change in their life, “personally invite” them to our RCIA sessions, taking place at the Parish campus on Monday evenings at 6:30 PM. Again, these sessions are for those unbaptized, baptized in other Christian or faith traditions or adult Catholics who are interested in receiving the sacrament of Confirmation. For information, please contact Deacon Frank Weber at DeaconFrank@saintpolycarp.org or leave a message with the Parish office at (302) 653-8279.
DIVINE MERCY: Beginning Friday, October 8th, we will once again gather to pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet every Friday at 3:00 pm in the Church. All are invited to join us. Questions? Contact Janet at (302) 399–9066 or janethovis7@gmail.com
NEXT WEEKEND, SUNDAY, OCTOBER 10
THE BLESSING OF THE PARISH PROFESSIONAL STAFF will take place on Saturday, October 9th at the 4pm Mass.
ONGOING/UPCOMING
WE ARE HAVING A TECH PARTY!!! We need your help to grow our important new Digital Ministry. Bring your knowledge (and devices!)
WHEN: Thursday, October 21st, at 6:30 pm in the Library. RSVP to Judy (communications@saintpolycarp.org) or Lisa (lisa.titus@saintpolycarp.org) if you are willing to lend your expertise in any of the following areas: *Computer hardware/software/networks/Wifi, *Audio/Video/Projector equipment/Phone systems, *Social media/Website/YouTube/Live Streaming
We look forward to working with you to embrace technology in the Church and spread the Good News in the digital world!
MEMORIAL BRICKS: Before you know it, the leaves will begin falling the kaleidoscope of colors will be here, and then, in no time at all, Winter will arrive. Now is a perfect time to add your Memorial Brick to the walkway of our outdoor Blessed Mother Shrine. We are truly blessed to have the opportunity to have our Blessed Mother looking down upon a memory of our loved one, a special occasion or just your family name. You can order through Faith Direct at https://membership.faithdirect.net/events/details/5644, (you do not need to sign up for Faith Direct), or return your form (forms may be found at the Church doors) with payment to St. Polycarp Church in an envelope labeled “Memorial Brick”. You can also CLICK HERE FOR ORDER FORM
REDNER’S MARKETS 1% SAVE-A-TAPE FUNDRAISER: Turn your food shopping into cash for our parish. Simply be sure to obtain and scan your Redner’s Rewards Card each time you shop. Save your whole receipt. Bring your receipts to the Parish Office or put them into the collection basket. There is no expiration date – you can turn receipts months old in!
Thank you to our Bulletin advertisers! We appreciate your support!
USEFUL LINKS:
WEBSITE: www.saintpolycarp.org.
BULLETIN: https://www.jppc.net/onlinebulletins/301template.pdf
BULLETIN OVERFLOW: https://saintpolycarp.org/this-weeks-bulletin/
YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/StPolycarpSmyrnaDE
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/SaintPolycarpCatholicChurch/
ONLINE GIVING: Please consider becoming an e-giver. It is easy to make your weekly or one time contributions in support of the Parish. For more information and to sign up for online giving, visit faith.direct/DE831
ST DENNIS: http://www.stdennischurch.org
THE DIALOG: http://thedialog.org/ Newspaper of the Diocese, copies available as you leave Church or online
FROM THE DIOCESE:
CATHOLIC FORUM/RELEVANT RADIO: Saturdays at 1:30 pm on Relevant Radio 640. On tomorrow’s episode, hear portions of Bishop William Koenig’s homily, recorded at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. on September 25, 2021, during the Diocese of Wilmington’s Marian Pilgrimage. Listen anytime at cdow.org/CatholicForum or search Catholic Forum on Apple, Spotify or iHeartRadio podcasts.
LET US PRAY: PRAYER OF ST. FRANCIS
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace:
where there is hatred, let me sow love;
where there is injury, pardon;
where there is doubt, faith;
where there is despair, hope;
where there is darkness, light;
where there is sadness, joy.
O divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek
to be consoled as to console,
to be understood as to understand,
to be loved as to love.
For it is in giving that we receive,
it is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
Amen.
Weekend Update September 25/26
26th Sunday in Ordinary Time
The precepts of the Lord give joy to the heart.
READINGS FOR THE WEEKEND: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/092621.cfm
LIVE-STREAMING: Visit https://www.youtube.com/c/StPolycarpSmyrnaDE for live stream. Masses may also be viewed at a later time. As you may have noticed, our live streaming is not always working. If you have expertise in this area, please contact us immediately at the office. communications@saintpolycarp.org or 302.653.8279. We apologize for this inconvenience.
ONLINE BULLETIN: https://www.jppc.net/onlinebulletins/301template.pdf
CHECK YOUR SPAM FOLDERS: We are having some issues with families not receiving our emails. Please check your spam/junk folder.
OUR ANNUAL PARISH PICNIC! We had a great time sharing fellowship and enjoying some delicious burgers and hot dogs provided and prepared by the Knights of Columbus. Thanks you Knights! There was a bounce obstacle course which provided tons of fun for both children and adults! Pictures will be posted on our web page sometime soon.
We are looking forward to next year’s annual event! Mark your 2022 calendar now for the third Sunday in September!
2ND ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT AND DINNER: Parishioners, friends and members of our local communities experienced a day of fun, fellowship and great weather on Sunday, September 12th at the Maple Dale Country Club. Father Jim and Jack stopped by to offer a blessing before tee-off and visited with many of the 27 golfers. In the evening 84 diners enjoyed a great steak dinner, drinks and fantastic Kee’s Cupcakes. We had lots of laughs and everyone said they couldn’t wait for next year’s event.
If you weren’t able to join us this time, please keep tuned for information coming on next year’s date. (See the Bulletin for more!)
THIS WEEKEND, SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 26TH
PRIESTHOOD SUNDAY: This, Sunday, September 26th is Priesthood Sunday. Please bring the “Prayer for our Priests” (that was an insert in last week’s Bulletin) to Mass with you this weekend or pick up this week’s Bulletin as you enter Mass this weekend. The cantor will lead us in praying the prayer for Priests together. Remember to pray for vocations to the Priesthood as well as prayers of thanksgiving for all Priests. A great day to say thank you to Priests & Deacons!
HAPPY 
RETIREMENT FR. MAST!
Father Mast will be celebrating his last Mass at Saint Polycarp before he leaves for Florida, on Sunday, September 26, 2021, at 10:30 am. Please join us after Mass in Mother Drexel Hall for food and fellowship.
PSR FIRST CLASS FOR GRADES P/K – 4 BEGIN THIS SUNDAY, : PSR FIRST CLASS FOR GRADES 5-8 BEGIN THIS TUESDAY. At least one parent/guardian must attend with students. Sunday classes begin at 9:00 am; Tuesday classes begin at 7:00 pm.
Upon arrival, please use the double doors under the portico. You will be handed the Parent Handbook. If you have forms attached to the cover, they need to be completed and returned before you leave. . After receiving your handbook, students and parents/guardians will proceed into Church. (Please remember the Blessed Sacrament is present in the tabernacle.)
We are having some issues with families not receiving our emails. Please check your spam/junk folder.
SHARE IN THE SPIRIT: This weekend’s second collection is taken in support of the diocesan tuition assistance program. Monies raised through this collection coupled with the diocese’s tuition assistance endowment provides financial assistance to hundreds of deserving families who seek a Catholic education for their children but who cannot afford the full cost of tuition. If you are not prepared to contribute today, you may drop your contribution off at the parish office or place it in next week’s collection basket. For further information and on-line giving options, visit the Share in the Spirit website at www.cdow.org/sharespirit.html . We ask that you please generously support this week’s Share in the Spirit collection. God bless you for your ongoing goodness.
WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 26TH
PARISH SECRETARY: On Monday, September 27th, we will welcome Kathy Watts as our new Parish Secretary. Please keep Kathy in your prayers as she begins this new ministry! Thank you to Maureen Robinson for temporarily filling this position and for guiding Kathy in her new role.
BEGINNING October 1st, there will be no 8:30 am Daily Mass on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays. There will be 8:30 am Mass on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Weekend Masses will remain the same: 4 pm on Saturdays and 10:30 am on Sundays. There will not be any First Friday devotions in October.
The RCIA is the process by which such individuals become full members of the Catholic Church. We are called to share the “Good News” and you can make a difference by simply asking! If you are aware of someone who is looking for a spiritual and emotional change in their life, “personally invite” them to our RCIA sessions, taking place at the Parish campus on Monday evenings at 6:30 PM. Again, these sessions are for those unbaptized, baptized in other Christian or faith traditions or adult Catholics who are interested in receiving the sacrament of Confirmation. For information, please contact Deacon Frank Weber at DeaconFrank@saintpolycarp.org or leave a message with the Parish office at (302) 653-8279.
NEXT WEEKEND, SUNDAY, OCTOBER 3
ROSARY: Please plan to join the Sodality in praying the rosary next Saturday, October 2nd at 3:25 pm, before the start of the 4pm Mass.
THE ANNUAL BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS will take place on Sunday, October 3rd, at 12:15 pm.
Meet outside across from the front of the Church on the front lawn.
BOSCOV’S DISCOUNT TICKET SALE-OCTOBER 2nd AND 3rd: The Brother Vincent Columbiettes will be offering Boscov’s Discount Tickets for a donation after the 4 pm Mass and the 10:30 am Mass next weekend.
AGAPE: SUNDAY, OCTOBER 3rd Please come join your fellow parishioners on Sunday, October 3rd following the 10:30 am Mass for fellowship and light lunch in the Mother Drexel Hall. Our Agape will be hosted by the PSR. Hope to see you there!
WEEK OF OCTOBER 3
WEEKDAY MASSES: Beginning Thursday, September 30th and Friday, October 1st, there will be no 8:30 am Daily Mass on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays. There will be 8:30 am Mass on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Weekend Masses will remain the same: 4 pm on Saturdays and 10:30 am on Sundays.
ONGOING/UPCOMING
MEMORIAL BRICKS: Before you know it, the leaves will begin falling the kaleidoscope of colors will be here, and then, in no time at all, Winter will arrive. Now is a perfect time to add your Memorial Brick to the walkway of our outdoor Blessed Mother Shrine. We are truly blessed to have the opportunity to have our Blessed Mother looking down upon a memory of our loved one, a special occasion or just your family name. You can order through Faith Direct at https://membership.faithdirect.net/events/details/5644, (you do not need to sign up for Faith Direct), or return your form (forms may be found at the Church doors) with payment to St. Polycarp Church in an envelope labeled “Memorial Brick”. You can also CLICK HERE FOR ORDER FORM
REDNER’S MARKETS 1% SAVE-A-TAPE FUNDRAISER: Turn your food shopping into cash for our parish. Simply be sure to obtain and scan your Redner’s Rewards Card each time you shop. Save your whole receipt. Bring your receipts to the Parish Office or put them into the collection basket. There is no expiration date – you can turn receipts months old in!
Thank you to our Bulletin advertisers! We appreciate your support!
USEFUL LINKS:
WEBSITE: www.saintpolycarp.org.
BULLETIN: https://www.jppc.net/onlinebulletins/301template.pdf
BULLETIN OVERFLOW: https://saintpolycarp.org/this-weeks-bulletin/
YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/StPolycarpSmyrnaDE
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/SaintPolycarpCatholicChurch/
ONLINE GIVING: Please consider becoming an e-giver. It is easy to make your weekly or one time contributions in support of the Parish. For more information and to sign up for online giving, visit faith.direct/DE831
ST DENNIS: http://www.stdennischurch.org
THE DIALOG: http://thedialog.org/ Newspaper of the Diocese, copies available as you leave Church or online
FROM THE DIOCESE:
CATHOLIC FORUM/RELEVANT RADIO: Saturdays at 1:30 pm on Relevant Radio 640. On tomorrow’s episode, Ms. Kat Talalas, from the USCCB, will talk about Respect Life Month. Listen anytime at cdow.org/CatholicForum or search Catholic Forum on Apple, Spotify or iHeartRadio podcasts.
LET US PRAY:
PRAYER FOR OUR PRIESTS
Gracious and loving God,
we thank you for the gift of our priests.
Through them, we experience your presence in the sacraments.
Help our priests to be strong in their vocation.
Set their souls on fire with love for your people.
Grant them the wisdom, understanding and strength they need to follow in the footsteps of Jesus.
Inspire them with the vision of Your Kingdom.
Give them the words they need to spread the Gospel..
Allow them to experience joy in their ministry.
Help them to become instruments of your divine grace.
We ask this through Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns as our Eternal Priest.
AMEN.
Weekend Update September 18/19
25th Sunday in Ordinary Time
The Lord upholds my life.
READINGS FOR THE WEEKEND: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/091921.cfm
LIVE-STREAMING: Visit https://www.youtube.com/c/StPolycarpSmyrnaDE for live stream. (or visit our webpage www.saintpolycarp.org and click on the picture of the altar ) Masses may also be viewed at a later time. As you may have noticed, our live streaming is not always working. If you have expertise in this area, please contact us immediately at the office. communications@saintpolycarp.org or 302.653.8279. We apologize for this inconvenience.
ONLINE BULLETIN: https://www.jppc.net/onlinebulletins/301template.pdf
THIS WEEKEND, SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 19TH
WELCOME BACK MASS: We welcome back all of our parish families on Sunday, Sept. 19th at the 10:30 a.m. Mass. There will be a Welcome Back Blessing for our parish families. Then, afterwards, join us for food and festivities at our Annual Parish Picnic.
CATECHETICAL SUNDAY: a blessing for all of our catechists and those who assist them, will take place this Sunday, Sept. 19th at the 10:30 a.m. Mass. We are hoping all of our catechists and those who assist them plan on attending!
OUR ANNUAL PARISH PICNIC! Our annual Parish Picnic will take place this Sunday, September 19th following the 10:30 am Mass. We invite all parishioners to join us! Hamburgers, hot dogs, french fries and bottled water will be provided. We ask that you bring your own sides and any additional beverages for you and your family. An inflatable obstacle course will be set up for you to enjoy. Hope to see you there.
SECOND COLLECTION: This week, the Second Collection will be for our Parish School of Religion (PSR). Thank you for your continued generosity in supporting the religious education of our youth. We are most appreciative for all you do to support our program!
WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 19TH
The RCIA is the process by which such individuals become full members of the Catholic Church. You can make a difference! If you are aware of someone who is looking for new direction in their life, perhaps they will find their way in the Catholic Church. You can… change a life by “personally inviting” them to our upcoming RCIA Inquiry session on Monday evening, September 20th. Other sessions will take place on successive Monday evenings, for all you wish to commit to the RCIA process. These sessions take place in the Parish Library at 6:30 PM. Again, these sessions are for those unbaptized, those baptized in other Christian traditions, or adult Catholics who have not been confirmed. You can make a difference in someone’s life… by simply asking! For information, please contact Deacon Frank Weber at DeaconFrank@saintpolycarp.org or leave a message with the Parish office at (302) 653 – 8279.
JOIN THE GIRL SCOUTS: Girl Scout Sign up night is this Wednesday, September 22nd at St. Polycarp. Stop by the Mother Drexel Hall between 5:30 pm and 7:30 pm to learn more about Girl Scouts and how to join. Contact Tracie Bruno for more information: gscbSU31@gmail.com.
CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF WILMINGTON MARIAN PILGRIMAGE with Bishop William Koenig at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Washington, D.C. September 25, 2021, 10AM-4PM https://saintpolycarp.org/marian-pilgrimage/
NEXT WEEKEND, SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 19TH
PRIESTHOOD SUNDAY: Next, Sunday, September 26th is Priesthood Sunday. Please bring the “Prayer for our Priests” (that is an insert in this week’s Bulletin) to Mass with you next weekend. Remember to pray for vocations to the Priesthood as well as prayers of thanksgiving for all Priests. A great day to say thank you to Priests & Deacons!
HAPPY RETIREMENT FR. MAST! Father Mast will be celebrating his last Mass at Saint Polycarp before he retires to Florida, on Sunday, September 26, 2021, at 10:30 am. Please join us after Mass in Mother Drexel Hall for food and fellowship. If you have any questions or would like to assist in the planning, please call Kathy Curlett at 302 222 9326.
PSR FIRST CLASSES: PSR classes begin on Sunday, September 26th for Grades P/K – 4 and on Tuesday, September 28th for Grades 5-8. Make sure you keep an eye on your email for information and calendars from Mrs. Taylor. (We are having some issues with families not receiving our emails. Please check your spam/junk folder.)
Our PSR offers religious education for children in pre-kindergarten through ninth grade. Students must be registered BEFORE the first class. Sacramental preparation is offered for First Reconciliation, First Eucharist, and Confirmation. Visit https://saintpolycarp.org/religious-education/ for more information and to register. Registration Forms are also available in the black drop box under the portico. Questions? Contact our Coordinator of Religious Education, Erica Taylor at 302-653-4101 or dre@saintpolycarp.org
SHARE IN THE SPIRIT: Next weekend, parishioners throughout the diocese will be asked to help make the dream of a Catholic education a reality for many struggling Catholic families. Monies raised through this collection coupled with the diocese’s tuition assistance endowment provides financial assistance to hundreds of deserving families who seek a Catholic education for their children but who cannot afford the full cost of tuition. Pease generously support next week’s Share in the Spirit collection. God bless you for your ongoing goodness. To learn more about the Share in the Spirit collection and its importance, go to the diocesan website at www.cdow.org/sharespirit.html.
WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 26TH
WEEKDAY MASSES: Beginning Thursday, September 30th and Friday, October 1st, there will be no 8:30 am Daily Mass on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays. There will be 8:30 am Mass on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Weekend Masses will remain the same: 4 pm on Saturdays and 10:30 am on Sundays.
ONGOING/UPCOMING
THE ANNUAL BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS will take place on Sunday, October 3rd, at 12:15 pm. Meet outside across from the front of the Church on the front lawn.
MEMORIAL BRICKS: Before you know it, the leaves will begin falling the kaleidoscope of colors will be here, and then, in no time at all, Winter will arrive. Now is a perfect time to add your Memorial Brick to the walkway of our outdoor Blessed Mother Shrine. We are truly blessed to have the opportunity to have our Blessed Mother looking down upon a memory of our loved one, a special occasion or just your family name. You can order through Faith Direct at https://membership.faithdirect.net/events/details/5644, (you do not need to sign up for Faith Direct), or return your form (forms may be found at the Church doors) with payment to St. Polycarp Church in an envelope labeled “Memorial Brick”. You can also CLICK HERE FOR ORDER FORM
REDNER’S MARKETS 1% SAVE-A-TAPE FUNDRAISER: Turn your food shopping into cash for our parish. Simply be sure to obtain and scan your Redner’s Rewards Card each time you shop. Save your whole receipt. Bring your receipts to the Parish Office or put them into the collection basket. There is no expiration date – you can turn receipts months old in!
Thank you to our Bulletin advertisers! We appreciate your support!
USEFUL LINKS:
WEBSITE: www.saintpolycarp.org.
BULLETIN: https://www.jppc.net/onlinebulletins/301template.pdf
BULLETIN OVERFLOW: https://saintpolycarp.org/this-weeks-bulletin/
YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/StPolycarpSmyrnaDE
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/SaintPolycarpCatholicChurch/
ONLINE GIVING: Please consider becoming an e-giver. It is easy to make your weekly or one time contributions in support of the Parish. For more information and to sign up for online giving, visit faith.direct/DE831
ST DENNIS: http://www.stdennischurch.org
THE DIALOG: http://thedialog.org/ Newspaper of the Diocese, copies available as you leave Church or online
FROM THE DIOCESE:
CATHOLIC FORUM/RELEVANT RADIO: Saturdays at 1:30 pm on Relevant Radio 640. On tomorrow’s episode tune in to meet Ms. Sheila McGirl, new development director of the Diocese of Wilmington, and learn about the upcoming Share in the Spirit campaign to help Catholic school families. Listen anytime at cdow.org/CatholicForum or search Catholic Forum on Apple, Spotify or iHeartRadio podcasts.
LET US PRAY:
A Prayer for the Family
Composed by St. Mother Teresa
Heavenly Father,
You have given us the model of life in the Holy Family of Nazareth. Help us, O Loving Father, to make our family another Nazareth where love, peace and joy reign. May it be deeply contemplative, intensely eucharistic, revived with joy.
Help us to stay together in joy and sorrow in family prayer. Teach us to see Jesus in the members of our families, especially in their distressing disguise. May the eucharistic heart of Jesus make our hearts humble like his and help us to carry out our family duties in a holy way.
May we love one another as God loves each one of us, more and more each day, and forgive each other’s faults as you forgive our sins. Help us, O Loving Father, to take whatever you give and give whatever you take with a big smile.
Immaculate Heart of Mary, cause of our joy, pray for us.
St. Joseph, pray for us.
Holy Guardian Angels, be always with us, guide and protect us.
Amen.
Weekend Update September 11/12
24th Sunday in Ordinary Time
And calling the multitude together with his disciples, He said to them:
If any man will follow me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.
READINGS FOR THE WEEKEND: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/091221.cfm
LIVE-STREAMING: Visit https://www.youtube.com/c/StPolycarpSmyrnaDE for live stream. (or visit our webpage www.saintpolycarp.org and click on the picture of the altar ) Masses may also be viewed at a later time.
ONLINE BULLETIN: https://www.jppc.net/onlinebulletins/301template.pdf
TODAY WE SAY GOODBYE to our Parish Secretary, Teresa Cariello. We wish Teresa and her husband, Angelo, the best as they relocate. We appreciate Teresa’s dedication to her ministry of Parish Secretary and for enriching our parish with her constant faith and dedication to ministry here at St. Polycarp. We also thank Angelo, for his dedication to setting up and maintain our live streaming. We pray that God will guide them in their new adventure. You will be missed.
SECOND COLLECTION: This week, September 11th and 12th, the Second Collection will be for our Parish Utilities. Your generosity is appreciated.
THE PRINTED WEEKLY BULLETIN: This week’s Bulletin will be available as you leave Mass this weekend; however, they have been printed from our office. As usual, you can view this weekend’s Bulletin online at https://www.jppc.net/onlinebulletins/301template.pdf
Please read the following note from our Bulletin publisher:
“As you may know, our production facility was severely impacted by flooding caused by Hurricane Ida last week. We are very sorry to inform you that you will not be receiving a bulletin this week. We were operational for a period of time, however additional issues were uncovered due to the printing equipment being exposed to water. We have been working around the clock since Saturday and anticipate that we will be fully operational by next week. Your online bulletin is available this week as always. We sincerely appreciate your understanding and well wishes.”
ST. POLYCARP’S 2ND ANNUAL STEAK DINNER AND GOLF TOURNAMENT.
Golfers and diners will be enjoying this fun event this weekend, Sunday, September 12th.
GOOD LUCK & KEEP IT IN THE FAIRWAY!
The RCIA is the process by which such individuals become full members of the Catholic Church. You can make a difference! If you are aware of someone who is looking for new direction in their life, perhaps they will find their way in the Catholic Church. You can… change a life by “personally inviting” them to one of our upcoming RCIA Inquiry sessions on Monday evening, September 13th and 20th. Other sessions will take place on successive Monday evenings, for all you wish to commit to the RCIA process. These sessions take place in the Parish Library at 6:30 PM. Again, these sessions are for those unbaptized, those baptized in other Christian traditions, or adult Catholics who have not been confirmed. You can make a difference in someone’s life… by simply asking! For information, please contact Deacon Frank Weber at DeaconFrank@saintpolycarp.org or leave a message with the Parish office at (302) 653 – 8279.
NEXT WEEKEND, SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 19TH
WELCOME BACK MASS: We welcome back all of our parish families on Sunday, Sept. 19th at the 10:30 a.m. Mass. There will be a Welcome Back Blessing for our parish families. Then, afterwards, join us for food and festivities at our Annual Parish Picnic.
CATECHETICAL SUNDAY: a blessing for all of our catechists and those who assist them, will take place next Sunday, Sept. 19th at the 10:30 a.m. Mass. We are hoping all of our catechists and those who assist them plan on attending!
OUR ANNUAL PARISH PICNIC! Our annual Parish Picnic will take place on Sunday, September 19th following the 10:30 am Mass. We invite all parishioners to join us! Hamburgers, hot dogs, french fries and bottled water will be provided. We ask that you bring your own sides and any additional beverages for you and your family. An inflatable obstacle course will be set up for you to enjoy. Hope to see you there.
HAPPY RETIREMENT FR. MAST! Father Mast will be celebrating his last Mass at Saint Polycarp before he retires to Florida, on Sunday, September 26, 2021, at 10:30 am. Please join us after Mass in Mother Drexel Hall for food and fellowship. If you have any questions or would like to assist in the planning, please call Kathy Curlett at 302 222 9326.
WEEKDAY MASSES: Beginning Thursday, September 30th and Friday, October 1st, there will be no 8:30 am Daily Mass on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays. There will be 8:30 am Mass on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Weekend Masses will remain the same: 4 pm on Saturdays and 10:30 am on Sundays.
REGISTRATION FOR PSR: PSR classes begin on Sunday, September 26th for Grades P/K – 4 and on Tuesday, September 28th for Grades 5-8. Make sure you keep an eye on your email for information and calendars from Mrs. Taylor.
Our PSR offers religious education for children in pre-kindergarten through ninth grade. Sacramental preparation is offered for First Reconciliation, First Eucharist, and Confirmation. Visit https://saintpolycarp.org/religious-education/ for more information and to register. Registration Forms are also available in the black drop box under the portico. Questions? Contact our Coordinator of Religious Education, Erica Taylor at 302-653-4101 or dre@saintpolycarp.org
PARISH SECRETARY: We’re looking for someone to embrace the ministry of Parish Secretary. Are you part of God’s plan for our parish? Or will God prompt you to be His messenger and prompt that person to come forward. Either way, God’s grace will take care of the rest. Interested candidates should email their resume to Fr. Jim. A job description is available upon request. “This is a full time position, with a comprehensive benefits package, that includes a retirement plan that is quite literally heavenly.”
BACK-UP LITURGICAL MINISTRY SCHEDULER: The Liturgy Committee is in need of back-up personnel for their various ministries. They need someone to fill-in for Frank Patton who schedules the Liturgical Ministers for the various Masses. The back-up would fill in if Frank were to get sick, etc. Frank is willing to teach that person how he does the scheduling. Scheduling is usually done on a monthly basis. If you are interested, please contact Kathy MacDonald at (302) 653 – 8976, Linda Mood at (302) 653 – 6852, or see Kathy and Linda after Mass.
CREATE BEAUTIFUL CARDS! TODAY IS THE LAST CALL TO PLACE YOUR ORDER! The Brother Vincent Columbiettes would like to invite you to join them for a fun activity at 10 am, on Thursday, September 23rd, as they create Christmas note/greeting cards in the Hall. The price is only $15.00 per kit, which includes all the supplies (paper card stock and embellishments as well as envelopes) necessary to make three Christmas note/greeting cards similar to the ones below. This event is open to anyone who would like to join us. Contact Anna to reserve your spot and order your kit. All orders must be placed and paid for by Friday, September 10th. Please make checks payable to Brother Vincent Columbiettes and mail to: Rosemary Battistoni, Financial Secretary 1515 Bon Ayre Circle, Smyrna, De 19977. The kits will be available at the class. Questions? Contact Anna Skinner at (302) 508 – 5369 or by anna.skinz@gmail.com. Come meet Phoebe Bird, our StampinUp Instructor extraordinaire!
MEMORIAL BRICKS: Before you know it, the leaves will begin falling the kaleidoscope of colors will be here, and then, in no time at all, Winter will arrive. Now is a perfect time to add your Memorial Brick to the walkway of our outdoor Blessed Mother Shrine. We are truly blessed to have the opportunity to have our Blessed Mother looking down upon a memory of our loved one, a special occasion or just your family name. You can order through Faith Direct at https://membership.faithdirect.net/events/details/5644, (you do not need to sign up for Faith Direct), or return your form (forms may be found at the Church doors) with payment to St. Polycarp Church in an envelope labeled “Memorial Brick”. You can also CLICK HERE FOR ORDER FORM
CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF WILMINGTON MARIAN PILGRIMAGE with Bishop William Koenig at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Washington, D.C. September 25, 2021, 10AM-4PM https://saintpolycarp.org/marian-pilgrimage/ Tune in tomorrow to Catholic Forum/Relevant Radio (1:30 pm on Relevant Radio 640) to learn about the upcoming Marian Pilgrimage to the Basilica Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. when Fr. Brian Lewis, pilgrimage coordinator and pastor of St. Jude the Apostle in Lewes, is guest. Listen anytime at cdow.org/CatholicForum.
REDNER’S MARKETS 1% SAVE-A-TAPE FUNDRAISER: Turn your food shopping into cash for our parish. Simply be sure to obtain and scan your Redner’s Rewards Card each time you shop. Save your whole receipt. Bring your receipts to the Parish Office or put them into the collection basket. There is no expiration date – you can turn receipts months old in!
Thank you to our Bulletin advertisers! We appreciate your support!
USEFUL LINKS:
WEBSITE: www.saintpolycarp.org.
BULLETIN: https://www.jppc.net/onlinebulletins/301template.pdf
BULLETIN OVERFLOW: https://saintpolycarp.org/this-weeks-bulletin/
YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/StPolycarpSmyrnaDE
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/SaintPolycarpCatholicChurch/
ONLINE GIVING: Please consider becoming an e-giver. It is easy to make your weekly or one time contributions in support of the Parish. For more information and to sign up for online giving, visit faith.direct/DE831
ST DENNIS: http://www.stdennischurch.org
THE DIALOG: http://thedialog.org/ Newspaper of the Diocese, copies available as you leave Church or online
FROM THE DIOCESE:
CATHOLIC FORUM/RELEVANT RADIO: Saturdays at 1:30 pm on Relevant Radio 640. On tomorrow’s episode tune in to learn about the upcoming Marian Pilgrimage to the Basilica Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. when Fr. Brian Lewis, pilgrimage coordinator and pastor of St. Jude the Apostle in Lewes, is guest. Listen anytime at cdow.org/CatholicForum or search Catholic Forum on Apple, Spotify or iHeartRadio podcasts.
LET US PRAY: NEVER FORGET
Dear God, we remember before you today those whose lives were lost in the catastrophic events of September 11, 2001, and for all those whom we love but no longer see. We give thanks to you for the selfless courage of those brave souls who ran into burning buildings and who labored in the rubble; may their courage be to us a witness of what is possible when we are guided by love and dedication to our fellow human beings.
We pray today for the continued healing of all those suffering emotional and physical scars. May your spirit breathe new breath into clouded lungs, new life into troubled minds, and new warmth into broken hearts, so that all may feel wrapped in your loving embrace. May we move from suffering to hope, from brokenness to wholeness, from anxiety to courage, from death to life, from fear to love, and from despair to hope.
Guide our feet into the way of peace. Inspire us with hope in the gift of shalom and salaam. May we receive this gift, so that we might become instruments of your peace in this world, knowing all people as equally loved, lovingly created, children of God.
Amen.
Taken from: https://www.xavier.edu/jesuitresource/online
Weekend Update September 4/5
23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Praise the Lord, my soul!
READINGS FOR THE WEEKEND: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/090521.cfm
LIVE-STREAMING: Visit https://www.youtube.com/c/StPolycarpSmyrnaDE for live stream. (or visit our webpage www.saintpolycarp.org and click on the picture of the altar ) Masses may also be viewed at a later time.
ONLINE BULLETIN: https://www.jppc.net/onlinebulletins/301template.pdf
THE PRINTED WEEKLY BULLETIN: This week’s Bulletin may not arrive on time for Masses due to delayed delivery because of the flooding. You can view this weekend’s Bulletin using the link above for the Online Bulletin. To view the insert for this weekend’s Bulletin CLICK HERE (Note: This insert was emailed to parishioners on Thursday with the subject “Important Message from Fr. Jim”.)
FIRST SATURDAY: Tomorrow, September 4th. Please plan to join our Columbiettes tomorrow at 3:25 pm to pray the Rosary before the start of the 4pm Mass.
LAST CALL! ST. POLYCARP’S 2ND ANNUAL STEAK DINNER AND GOLF TOURNAMENT. Last call for reservations for our Parish Steak Dinner and Golf Event at the beautiful Maple Dale Country Club next Sunday, September 12th. We have lots of prizes and raffle items in addition to wonderful food and fellowship! We need your reservation by this Wednesday, September 8th. Tickets are NOT available after this date. The parish website and bulletin have details or contact Kathy Willes kdwilles@comcast.net (302)670-7330 or Larry Borgman lborgman007@gmail.com (302)389-6018. Please join us!
The RCIA is the process by which such individuals become full members of the Catholic Church. You can make a difference! If you are aware of someone who is looking for new direction in their life, perhaps they will find their way in the Catholic Church. You can… change a life by “personally inviting” them to one of our upcoming RCIA Inquiry sessions on Monday evening, September 13th and 20th. Other sessions will take place on successive Monday evenings, for all you wish to commit to the RCIA process. These sessions take place in the Parish Library at 6:30 PM. Again, these sessions are for those unbaptized, those baptized in other Christian traditions, or adult Catholics who have not been confirmed. You can make a difference in someone’s life… by simply asking! For information, please contact Deacon Frank Weber at DeaconFrank@saintpolycarp.org or leave a message with the Parish office at (302) 653 – 8279.
WELCOME BACK MASS: We welcome back all of our parish families on Sunday, Sept. 19th at the 10:30 a.m. Mass. This Mass coincides with Catechetical Sunday, where we bless all of our catechists; assistants; and volunteers who catechize the children and adults of our parish. Also, there will be a Welcome Back Blessing for our parish families. Then, afterwards, join us for food and festivities at our Annual Parish Picnic.
SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR ANNUAL PARISH PICNIC! Our annual Parish Picnic will take place on Sunday, September 19th following the 10:30 am Mass. We invite all parishioners to join us! Hamburgers, hot dogs, french fries and bottled water will be provided. We ask that you bring your own sides and any additional beverages for you and your family. An inflatable obstacle course will be set up for you to enjoy. Hope to see you there.
FROM THE PARISH OFFICE: There have been issues with our email delivery/receiving this week. If you were expecting a response from an email and have not received one, please call the office and leave a message. Please check your Spam Folder before calling.
BACK-UP LITURGICAL MINISTRY SCHEDULER: The Liturgy Committee is in need of back-up personnel for their various ministries. They need someone to fill-in for Frank Patton who schedules the Liturgical Ministers for the various Masses. The back-up would fill in if Frank were to get sick, etc. Frank is willing to teach that person how he does the scheduling. Scheduling is usually done on a monthly basis. If you are interested, please contact Kathy MacDonald at (302) 653 – 8976, Linda Mood at (302) 653 – 6852, or see Kathy and Linda after Mass.
REGISTRATION FOR PSR: PSR classes begin on Sunday, September 26th for Grades P/K – 4 and on Tuesday, September 28th for Grades 5-8. Mrs. Taylor will be emailing parents of registered students this week with more information. If you have not registered your child(ren), we need you to register today! We are finalizing plans for the year ahead and it is extremely important that we know how many children will be in each grade. Our PSR offers religious education for children in pre-kindergarten through ninth grade. Sacramental preparation is offered for First Reconciliation, First Eucharist, and Confirmation. Visit https://saintpolycarp.org/religious-education/ for more information and to register. Registration Forms are also available in the black drop box under the portico. Questions? Contact our Coordinator of Religious Education, Erica Taylor at 302-653-4101 or dre@saintpolycarp.org
IS GOD CALLING YOU? Has God been quietly calling you to be part of the religious education of our parish youth? Maybe it’s time to contact our CRE, Erica Taylor, CRE at (302) 653 – 4101 or dre@saintpolycarp.org for more information.
Our PSR is still in need of an 8th Grade Catechist on Tuesday evening.
CREATE BEAUTIFUL CARDS! The Brother Vincent Columbiettes would like to invite you to join them for a fun activity at 10 am, on Thursday, September 23rd, as they create Christmas note/greeting cards in the Hall. The price is only $15.00 per kit, which includes all the supplies (paper card stock and embellishments as well as envelopes) necessary to make three Christmas note/greeting cards similar to the ones below. This event is open to anyone who would like to join us. Contact Anna to reserve your spot and order your kit. All orders must be placed and paid for by Friday, September 10th. Please make checks payable to Brother Vincent Columbiettes and mail to: Rosemary Battistoni, Financial Secretary 1515 Bon Ayre Circle, Smyrna, De 19977. The kits will be available at the class. Questions? Contact Anna Skinner at (302) 508 – 5369 or by anna.skinz@gmail.com. Come meet Phoebe Bird, our StampinUp Instructor extraordinaire!
SEASONS OF HOPE bereavement support group is centered on Jesus Christ and grounded in his healing wisdom, traditions, and practices of our faith. “Seasons of Hope” gives the bereaved an opportunity to come together to share god’s love. It provides a safe place to share thoughts and feelings. It also offers the knowledge that others are on the same grief journey and mutual support is given to each other. “Seasons of Hope” consists of 6 week sessions. Our next session begins on Thursday, September 16th, at 10:00 am. For more information and to register contact Diane Dellinger at ddellinger7377@outlook.com or Maureen Robinson (302) 423 – 6366. Registration is required.
MEMORIAL BRICKS: Before you know it, the leaves will begin falling the kaleidoscope of colors will be here, and then, in no time at all, Winter will arrive. Now is a perfect time to add your Memorial Brick to the walkway of our outdoor Blessed Mother Shrine. We are truly blessed to have the opportunity to have our Blessed Mother looking down upon a memory of our loved one, a special occasion or just your family name. You can order through Faith Direct at https://membership.faithdirect.net/events/details/5644, (you do not need to sign up for Faith Direct), or return your form (forms may be found at the Church doors) with payment to St. Polycarp Church in an envelope labeled “Memorial Brick”. You can also CLICK HERE FOR ORDER FORM
CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF WILMINGTON MARIAN PILGRIMAGE with Bishop William Koenig at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Washington, D.C. September 25, 2021, 10AM-4PM https://saintpolycarp.org/marian-pilgrimage/
REDNER’S MARKETS 1% SAVE-A-TAPE FUNDRAISER: Turn your food shopping into cash for our parish. Simply be sure to obtain and scan your Redner’s Rewards Card each time you shop. Save your whole receipt. Bring your receipts to the Parish Office or put them into the collection basket. There is no expiration date – you can turn receipts months old in!
Thank you to our Bulletin advertisers! We appreciate your support!
USEFUL LINKS:
WEBSITE: www.saintpolycarp.org.
BULLETIN: https://www.jppc.net/onlinebulletins/301template.pdf
BULLETIN OVERFLOW: https://saintpolycarp.org/this-weeks-bulletin/
YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/StPolycarpSmyrnaDE
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/SaintPolycarpCatholicChurch/
ONLINE GIVING: Please consider becoming an e-giver. It is easy to make your weekly or one time contributions in support of the Parish. For more information and to sign up for online giving, visit faith.direct/DE831
ST DENNIS: http://www.stdennischurch.org
THE DIALOG: http://thedialog.org/ Newspaper of the Diocese, copies available as you leave Church or online
FROM THE DIOCESE:
CATHOLIC FORUM/RELEVANT RADIO: Saturdays at 1:30 pm on Relevant Radio 640. On tomorrow’s episode tune in to hear what’s new at St. Mary Star of the Sea/Holy Savior Parish in Ocean City, Maryland. Find out when father John Solomon, pastor, is the guest. They recently published the book, “A Millennial in Paradise: Carlo Acutis,” by Father Will Conquer. Listen anytime at cdow.org/CatholicForum or search Catholic Forum on Apple, Spotify or iHeartRadio podcasts.
LET US PRAY:
Pope Francis has called for an annual World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation which was celebrated on September 1. September 1st marked the beginning of the “Season of Creation,” which lasts through the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi on Oct. 4.
Father of all,
Creator and ruler of the universe,
You entrusted your world to us as a gift.
Help us to care for it and all people,
that we may live in right relationship–
with You,
with ourselves,
with one another,
and with creation.
Christ our Lord,
both divine and human,
You lived among us and died for our sins.
Help us to imitate your love for the human family
by recognizing that we are all connected—
to our brothers and sisters around the world,
to those in poverty impacted by environmental devastation,
and to future generations.
Holy Spirit,
giver of wisdom and love,
You breathe life in us and guide us.
Help us to live according to your vision,
stirring to action the hearts of all—
individuals and families,
communities of faith,
and civil and political leaders.
Triune God, help us to hear the cry of those in poverty, and the cry of the earth, so that we may together care for our common home.
Amen.