Note from the Pastor

We have just celebrated Christmas and are about to begin a new year. I thank all who worked so hard in the weeks and days leading up to Christmas. In particular; three groups stand out:

• Those who planned, decorated, sang, participated, cleaned or in any way gave your best for the celebration of Christ’s Birth. Your dedicated work shows!
• Those who organized, assembled, sorted, wrapped and distributed so many groceries and gifts for the Christmas Basket Project. You did an amazing job again this year.
• Those who work week after week to staff the Parish Food Pantry.

In the name of the parish you fulfill the command of Christ. “Love one another as I have loved you.” Together you make us all proud. Thank you and God bless you.
-Fr. Dennis

Heartfelt Thanks

To the parishioners of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, we extend our sincere “thank you for your many thoughtful expressions of regard. You are most kind. May the child Jesus bless all of you abundantly throughout the New Year. Know that you will be in our prayers.
Yours in Christ – Fr. Walter and Fr. Dennis

Job Well Done! (Christmas Basket Project)

We congratulate the team that organized and worked the annual Christmas Basket Project last weekend. This tradition began more than 35 years ago in connection with the parish youth organization. This Christmas, 133 families (433 persons) were helped with food and gifts. The project depends on donations from our parish, the community, and other local churches as well as several businesses. It is most heartening to witness the cooperation of dozens of volunteers, especially youth from our local schools and SUNY/ Fredonia who sort, carry, organize, wrap and even deliver gifts when necessary. We are especially grateful to long time project organizers, including Carol Smith and Peter Notaro. Thank You to all who made a donation, large or small. Your gifts have helped to bring a sign of God’s love in Christ to many families.

2019 Christmas Flowers – Memorial List (Click to open PDF)

New Years Mass Schedule

New Year’s Schedule
(Feast of Mary, Mother of God)
Dec. 31 – 7 p.m. Vigil Mass
Jan. 1st – 7 a.m. & Noon Mass

Eucharistic Adoration this Week

There will be Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament as usual this Tuesday, Dec. 31st, after the 7:00 a.m. mass and concluding with Benediction at noon. Also note that since the First Friday also occurs this week, there will be adoration on Friday morning, January 3rd. (There are no confessions on Thursday, Jan. 2nd).

Religious Education Schedule

The first Religious Education Session for the new year will be held on January 5th. On that day, families and youth will gather at noon for a “Faith in the Family” session.

Parish Office Holiday Schedule

The office will be closed on Wednesday January 1st and on Thursday January 2nd. The Parish Office staff wishes you a very happy safe and warm holiday.

Office Schedule to Change in New Year

Remember that beginning on January 1st, our parish office will be closed each Wednesday, but open on Thursdays. This will allow the parish staff to reserve Wednesdays without interruptions for complex tasks. Thank you for your understanding.

End of Year Donations

If you wish to make an end-of-year donation to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, please keep in mind that we must receive it by December 31th so that you can claim it as a charitable donation on your 2019 income tax return. You may also want to remember your parish in your will. For legal purposes, our title is “St Elizabeth Ann Seton Roman Catholic Church Society of Dunkirk, New York”