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(March 6, 2022) Father Charles Persing, pastor of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton parish, reminded us to take up our cross -- just as Jesus did -- and make our Covenant promises vibrant and alive. 

(March 5, 2022) Deacon Alex Bogdanoff shares a personal story of healing in his family with the intercession of the angels. 

(February 27, 2022) Father Charles L Persing, pastor of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, reminds us not to seek the fault in others, but rather remember our own faults and be forgiving.

Father Charles Persing addresses our preparation for the season of Lent.

(February 20, 2022) Father Charles L. Persing, pastor of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, focuses on an inescapable theme in the teachings of Jesus: Love your enemies.

(February 20, 2022) Are you burdened with hurt or injustice done unto you? Or, perhaps,  because you sinned against someone? Have you tried handing over that burden and inviting the love of Jesus to help you heal your heart? Father Samuel Dubois, Parochial Vicar of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, invites us to do exactly that: "Hand your burden over to Jesus; ask Him to set you free. It may not happen overnight -- or in a moment -- but healing is possible; freedom is possible. Because God gives without measuring, without counting the cost; He gives of His limitless mercy and love."  

(February 18, 2022) The third Sunday of each month offers an opportunity to pray the Divine Mercy Devotions at Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish. Our pastor, Father Charles Persing, invites you to join us in worship and adoration.

Father Charles Persing's message about love for Saint Valentine's Day. 

(February 13, 2022) Have you ever examined "the deep" of the Beatitudes or the Ten Commandments? What about the wisdom of Proverbs or Psalms? Father Charles Persing, pastor of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, invites us to a deeper engagement with these passages and books of Holy Scripture. 

(February 13, 2022) A walk in faith can result in a multitude of experiences. Even searching for true happiness may take you outside of the realm of true faith. Experiences vary, but we need to remember that only by obeying God's Word can we look forward to the true happiness, Deacon Alex Bogdanoff emphasized. Therefore, "trust in God as a source of true happiness."

(February 6, 2022) Has your pastor ever approached you with the question whether you would like to volunteer your time and talents in some capacity? Have you ever thought that being open to such a question is actually answering God's call? Father Charles Persing, pastor of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, asks of us not to be reluctant to act when a situation like this arises. Being open to God's call is at the heart of Father Persing's homily.

(January 30, 2022) Who are you, and who helped you become who you are? Who was there when you had your first loss or your first failure?   Father Charles Persing asked us to picture the newborn shoes of a baby and image that child grow into an adult in size-15 basketball sneakers. So, what do we need to do as the guardians of our youth?  We need to give guidance, direction, and teach them how to use their gifts,  Father Persing said,  in order to make our church and our world a better place.  "We are all called to excellence and to serve," Father Persing said, "in the end, according to Saint Paul, 'the greatest of these is love.'" That love that compels us to serve and to reach out to others beyond who we are to them: as encouragers and as witnesses to their spiritual growth. Prayerfully ask of Christ to bless our young, bring them the success and safety they need to become what He has called them to be.

(January 30, 2022) In a very concise homily, Father Samuel Dubois reminded us that, "God loves us and wants to work through us. " 

(January 28, 2022) Father Charles Persing uses this opportunity to thank the staff and volunteers who helped during the season of Christmas. In addition, Father Persing talks about Catholic Schools Week  and our Religious Education students, and suggests some ways to support and serve each other.  In closing, Father talks about the upcoming season of Lent.

:(January 23, 2022) Do you remember the day of your baptism? Or the day of your Confirmation? Father Charles Persing reminded us that, “every one of us has been anointed with the Holy Oil of gladness, the Oil of service, the Oil of truth,” right at the time of our Christian initiation. It is in this joy that we should walk before the face of God and listen to His Word.“Also, we need to be more attentive to the voice of God,” Father Persing said, “and let that joy overcome:  the joy that was given to us when were called, when we were anointed, when we were sent. Let us have that same joy as those people who filled (that city) and listened attentively and quietly. Let us be filled with the Lord who really is our strength.”The test of our faith will be at those moments of hardship. “When difficulty comes our way—whether it be illness or age or financial or problems in our relationships – let that joy of God be the foundation on which we live. God will see that it is good in the end,” Father Persing said, “as God

(January 23, 2022) The highlight of Deacon William Dwayer's homily is his invitation to challenge ourselves by taking the time to be nourished from the Scriptures. Deacon Dwayer said, "As we begin this new year -- on this Word of God Sunday -- we have an invitation to engage more deeply with the Scriptures.” This can be done in many ways:  prayerfully reflecting on the Mass readings in Seton Sunday, listening to a podcast of daily Bible readings while commuting,  or taking part in a Bible study.  “The important thing,” he said,  “is that the Lord is waiting for us in the Scriptures; no matter how much we know them or how familiar they seem, there is always more in the Scriptures to nourish our souls."

(January 16, 2022) Reflecting on today’s Gospel reading, Deacon David L Hall said that “true faith gives birth to the twins of trust and obedience.”  “We may not understand what God is doing or why He says what He does, but faith that is grounded in God’s Spirit gives us the reason and motivation to trust and obey. ”  “When Mary speaks, we need to listen,” Deacon Hall added.  Mary’s words resonate: “Let it be to me according to Your word,” as our God transforms us, His people, into reliable witnesses. DOWNLOAD TRANSCRIPT

(January 16, 2022) Deacon Alex Bogdanoff's reflection on today's Gospel reading is about the Wedding at Cana. "Let us imitate our Blessed Mother’s simple faith. Her Son will take care of the need. He will meet our physical and spiritual needs most abundantly, " Deacon Alex said.  

(January 9, 2022) "God loves you in the same way He loves His Son," Father Samuel Dubois reminded us. Keeping this in mind will strengthen us in the faith during the difficult times when we wonder whether we are loved or even worthy of God's love. The water at our baptism leaves an imprint on us and claims us by Christ for eternity. 

Father Charles L Persing reflects on the feast day of our parish patroness, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton.