St. Elizabeth Ann Seton ParishBringing People Into A Growing Relationship With Jesus Christ

A Note from Fr. MarkA Note from Fr. MarkThank you! Thank you! Thank you for your continued support of the parish in these challenging times! Thank youfor sharing your “treasure” by mailing in your contributions, going to the website to make onlinedonations and switching to EFT! Thank you for sharing your “time” and “talent” by getting involved in virtual small groups andmeetings. Some are using their “time” and “talent” to phone other members of the parish.Check out our website for the latest information about the parish. You are all in my thoughts andprayers!

Introducing Our Future Pastor...Introducing Our Future Pastor...Most of you are aware that Fr. Mark will be retiring this summer after servingour parish for the past eight years. As his retirement was officially acceptedlast week, we also learned who his replacement will be. This coming July,we look forward to welcoming our new pastor, Fr. Gary Mayer.

Father Mayer grew up in Stacyville, Iowa and has been a priest for elevenyears. For five years, he was assigned to Dubuque, IA, first as an associatepastor at Holy Ghost, Holy Trinity, and Sacred Heart parishes (now Holy SpiritParish) and then at Resurrection Parish. While in Dubuque he also was amember of the faculty and the chaplain of Wahlert Catholic HighSchool. For the last six years, Father Gary has been the pastor of Immaculate Conception Parish inCharles City and Saint Michael Parish in Nashua. Father Gary's parents live in Stacyville, Iowa andhis brother's family in Saint Ansgar, Iowa.

Complete List of 2020 ClergyAppointments

Week Three of our Easter Message SeriesWeek Three of our Easter Message Series

At St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, we strive to bring people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christthrough Praying, Learning, Sharing and Witnessing. Now more than ever, the world needswitnesses. During the Easter season we will be going deeper into our fourth characteristic, WITNESS.We witness to the goodness and power of the gospels by what we say, how we live, and how welove others. Inspired by the book Everyday Witness, we will look at seven simple habits to helpCatholics more comfortably talk about and model Christian faith in our everyday lives. Join us thisEaster and become an Everyday Witness.

Week 3 - "Preaching from the Pulpit of Life"Week 3 - "Preaching from the Pulpit of Life"

Like it or not, consciously or unconsciously wewitness to Christ to others every day through whatwe say and do. In other words, we “preach fromthe pulpit of life,” which is the theme of this thirdweek of our messages series on witnessing. What

does your life preach?~ Fr. Mark Ressler

Watch WEEK 3 VIDEO MESSAGEWatch WEEK 3 VIDEO MESSAGE

Week 3 Virtual Small Group Study GuideWeek 3 Virtual Small Group Study Guide

Connection Calls are Happening NOW!Connection Calls are Happening NOW!Keep your phone on. Keep your phone on.

St. Elizabeth’s is a wonderful faith filled community striving to bring people intoa growing relationship with Jesus Christ. While we can’t be together in personright now, you matter to our community. We want to stay connected. In the

next couple of weeks you will be receiving a call from a member of our staffor parish community. These connection calls are a great way for us to praywith you and for you, and to simply check in.

NO DiscoverE’s for April or MayNO DiscoverE’s for April or MayWe look forward to DiscoverE’s each month sothat we can formally welcome our newestmembers to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. However, during this time of social distancing, we want to besure you, our ministers and our team stay safe. In order to best do this, we have decided to cancelour April and May DiscoverE’s events. We are hoping to hold this new member welcome againbeginning June. We may add additional alternative dates in June and July if needed to catcheveryone that has been patiently waiting. Despite the delay, our community welcomes you andencourages you to take advantage of the many virtual ways to be involved. Please keep an eye onour parish website and Facebook for those opportunities.

Cornavirus UpdateCornavirus UpdateTo stay up-to-date on updates regarding the coronavirus and its impact, please visit our website:

https://www.seasp.org/alertshttps://www.seasp.org/alerts

The US Bishops are urging all Catholics to respond to the coronavirus outbreak. We at St. ElizabethAnn Seton Parish invite you to pray with us.

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If you typically tithed in person at Mass, this may a good time toset up electronic contributions or try our on-line giving. The on-linegiving can be set up for a one-time or recurring donation. Detailscan be found on the Stewardship PageStewardship Page of our website.

For questions or assistance please contact our bookkeeper, MaryLang, at 319-393-3778 or mlang@seasp.orgmlang@seasp.org

Local Charity NewsLocal Charity News

The needs of the local charities needs are increasing rapidly at this time.Please consider stepping up to help them. You can find their specific requestson the Local CharitiesLocal Charities and Community Events and InformationCommunity Events and Information pages of ourwebsite.

We are still taking donations for MetroCatholic Outreach. There is a table justinside the doors near the parish office.MCO supports individuals and families

The Catholic Worker House is currentlyhousing 23 children and adults. Checkout our Local Charities page for anupdate from the House Manager on a

who need food. With our increasinguncertainties, their requests haveincreased. Anyone without groceries toshare may want to consider sending acheck to support MCO (420 6th St. SESuite 120 CR, IA 52401.Visit our websitewebsite for additional informationand for info on their immediate needs.Thanks for your generosity!

number of ways to continue to supportthis important ministry. Their greatestcurrent needs are donations of cleaningsupplies, soap, toilet paper and handsanitizer. They are also requesting anyboard games, cards, craft supplies tohelp keep the younger residents busy asthey are out of school. All the details canbe found on our websitewebsite.

St. Vincent de Paul Rent and Utility AssistanceSt. Vincent de Paul Rent and Utility Assistance

In this time of the COVID-19 Pandemic, many people are becoming financiallydistressed. If you are a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish and needassistance in paying your rent or utilities, the St. Vincent de Paul Society may beable to assist you. Please call the parish office and leave your name and phonenumber and a St. Vincent de Paul member will contact you within several days.

Thank you for supporting CRS!Thank you for supporting CRS!

Our community changed lives this Lent, and CRSRice Bowl wants to say THANK YOU! Your CRS RiceBowls can be dropped off in the parish officeduring business hours, or hold on to it until we begin worshippingtogether again.

LEARN

2020 Vacation Bible School - Rocky Railway2020 Vacation Bible School - Rocky RailwayCurious about the status of our Vacation Bible School thissummer? St. Elizabeth's VBS is still being planned for the originallyscheduled dates, June 22-26, 2020. What does VBS look likeduring the time of a pandemic? Click on the button below for avideo update from our directors, Jill and Devin Sires. Watch formore information and registration links to come soon. Pleasecontact Jill Sires, VBS Coordinator: devinandjillsires@gmail.comwith any questions.

Check out this VBS video update from ourDirectors

WITNESS

A Free Date Night Series A Free Date Night Series Join other Catholic couples from around the world for aFREE virtual date night series! This five part series featurescouples who will share very real tips for renewing yourmarriage during this unique time in our lives. The DateNight Series launches on Sunday, April 26th, and continuesfor five nights (April 26th-30th). Accessible each night after7:00 PM (CST).

Register today at https://witnesstolove.org/belight/https://witnesstolove.org/belight/

Easter Witness SeriesEaster Witness Series

This Easter season we will be going deeper into our fourth definingcharacteristic: WITNESS. Now more than ever, it’s important for us to bewitnesses of the good news! Inspired by the book Everyday Witness, we willlook at seven simple habits to help Catholics more comfortably talk aboutand model Christian faith in our everyday lives. Join us each week duringthe Easter season virtually and become an everyday witness! We hopeyou'll order your own copy of Everyday Witness to go deeper into ourmessage series! Here are some purchasing options:

Everyday Witness E-Book OptionEveryday Witness E-Book OptionHard copy options available at TargetTarget, Barnes & NobleBarnes & Noble, and AmazonAmazon.

Pray

Prayers for our First CommunicantsPrayers for our First Communicants

This weekend and last, 83 second graders in our parish community werescheduled to receive their First Communion. As with many special occasions,due to COVID-19, their First Eucharist has been postponed. Please include themand their families in your prayers this week as they continue to prepare andanticipate joining us in this holy Sacrament.

We are now streaming and have adjusted our Mass scheduleto the following:

Sundays at 11:00 AMSundays at 11:00 AMTuesday through Friday at 9:00 AMTuesday through Friday at 9:00 AMAdoration of the Blessed Sacrament Mondays at 7:00 PMAdoration of the Blessed Sacrament Mondays at 7:00 PM

Masses will be streamed live on our YouTube page andannounced on Facebook as well. You can access Sunday'sMass here: Mass LivestreamMass Livestream. The worship aid will be posted onthe PRAY section of our websitewebsite prior to mass.

If you need tech support during Mass, please call the churchoffice at 319-393-3778.

To stay informed on the streaming locations of the weekday Masses and Adoration, pleasesubscribe to our YouTubeYouTube channel, follow us on InstagramInstagram, and like us on FacebookFacebook.

Community NewsEvery week we receive information from community organizations that may be of interest to our

parishioners. Please use the link below to find ways that you can Pray, Learn, Share and Witness inour larger community.

Community Events and Information

Mass/Liturgy Readings for The Week Of April 26, 2020Mass/Liturgy Readings for The Week Of April 26, 2020

Sunday, April 26, Third Sunday of Easter, (LK 24:13-35)Sunday, April 26, Third Sunday of Easter, (LK 24:13-35)Mass livestreamed from St. Elizabeth Ann Seton at 11:00 AM, For the ParishMonday, April 27, Easter Weekday, (JN 6:22-29) Monday, April 27, Easter Weekday, (JN 6:22-29) NO MASSTuesday, April 28, Easter Weekday, (JN 6:30-35)Tuesday, April 28, Easter Weekday, (JN 6:30-35)Mass livestreamed from St. Elizabeth Ann Seton at 9:00 AM, Joshua Polsily

Wednesday, April 29, St. Catherine of Siena, (JN 6:35-40)Wednesday, April 29, St. Catherine of Siena, (JN 6:35-40)Mass livestreamed from St. Elizabeth Ann Seton at 9:00 AM, Tom CunninghamThursday, April 30, Easter Weekday, (Thursday, April 30, Easter Weekday, (JN 6:44-51JN 6:44-51))Mass livestreamed from St. Elizabeth Ann Seton at 9:00 AM, Jeff VipondFriday, May 1, Easter Weekday, (JN 6:52-59)Friday, May 1, Easter Weekday, (JN 6:52-59)Mass livestreamed from St. Elizabeth Ann Seton at 9:00 AM, Jane RammSaturday, May 2, Vigil: Fourth Sunday of Easter, (JN 6:60-69) Saturday, May 2, Vigil: Fourth Sunday of Easter, (JN 6:60-69) NO MASSSunday, May 3, Fourth Sunday of Easter, (JN 10:1-10)Sunday, May 3, Fourth Sunday of Easter, (JN 10:1-10)Mass livestreamed from St. Elizabeth Ann Seton at 11:00 AM, For the Parish

Weekly Giving For April 19, 2020Weekly Giving For April 19, 2020

Envelopes: $11,996.08Bank Checks: $5,732.50On-line: $5,863.31EFT (4/15): $34,037.66Building Fund: $1,095.00Easter Envelope: $8,435.00Rice Bowl: $510.86

Total: $67,670.41Total: $67,670.41

Thank you to our newest on-line donors! We appreciate your generosity.If you'd like to update your online giving because we are not meeting in person, please visithttps://www.seasp.org/stewardshiphttps://www.seasp.org/stewardship to see your options.

Pastor, Rev. Mark Ressler - W: 319-393-3778 Pastor, Rev. Mark Ressler - W: 319-393-3778 Parish Office Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:30 AM-4:00 PM, Friday 8:30 AM-1:00 PM Phone: 319-393-3778 Email: office@seasp.orgoffice@seasp.org - Fax: 319-393-7165 - Website: www.seasp.orgwww.seasp.org

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