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Parish Office Staff
Clergy
Pastor: Rev. Msgr. John P. Hopkins
Deacons
Tommy Watts
Austin Lobo
Religious Education
Madeline Romano
[email protected]
Pastoral Associate
Sr. Catherine Charles, SND
[email protected]
Parish Support Staff Tina Maichle
[email protected]
Lois Nowell
[email protected]
General Information
[email protected]
Parish Life
Special Ministers of Holy Communion
Kathy Linsner: 302-832-1488
Lectors Lynn Woerner: 302-836-5206
Altar Servers David or Lisa Carey: 738-9530
Suzanne Kirk: 302-369-6443
Cantors & Choir
Tom Mucchetti: 610-220-2690
Mary Kate Newell: 302-521-7788
Margaret’s Song (guitar & choir) John and Patty Jacob: 302-388-0767
Ministry of Hospitality (Ushers) Tim Higgins: 302-836-1099
RCIA (The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults)
Michael Felker: 302-834-8259
Parish Ministries
St. Vincent DePaul Society
Mike DeShaies: 302-834-0228
Knights of Columbus
Walter Kolisz: 302-388-9998
Pro-Life
Teri Dzik: 302-834-5590
Parent Bereavement Group
Irene Felker: 302-834-8259 Jean Brady: 302-738-5126
Prayer Line
Karen Kolek: 302-834-0225 ext. 108
Daughters of St. Francis de Sales
Susan Brubaker: 302-834-1671
Pastoral Counseling
Sandy Cooper: 302-738-4539
Bible Study and Faith Sharing
Deacon Tommy Watts: 302-834-5408
Boy Scouts
Jonathan Nicholls: 302-838-5294
Cub Scouts
Joe Musike 302-545-8149
Friends of St. Margaret (50 +)
Sr. Catherine Charles: 302-834-0225 ex. 105
St. Margaret of Scotland Football Team
Michael Klepacki: 302-229-2285
Golf Committee
Mike DeShaies: 302-365-5136 Mike Ryan : 302-283-1474
Church Cleaning Group
Barbara Coates: 302-838-7738
Gardening
Janet and Ed Tyczkowski: 302-832-1057
Nursery / Babysitting
Megan Januszka: 302-454-0112
Doughnuts / Refreshments after Mass
Cindy Sparco: 302-836-0385
Welcoming Committee
Trish Gerhart: 302-379-3869
Prayer Shawl
Sara Moss Starkey: 302-836-4008
Barbara Coates: 302-838-7738
Social Justice Committee
Bill Mitchell: 302-836-6006 Meg Kane-Smith: 302-836-3511
Mary Lou Gantzer: 302-521-5332
Women at the Well
Sr. Catherine Charles: 302-834-0225
Vocations
Francis Woerner: 302-836-5206
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Mass Schedule Saturday: 5:30 pm
Sunday: 8:30 am & 10:30 am
Weekday: Mon., Wed., & Fr i. 8:30 am
Holy Day: 8:30 am & 7:00 pm
Reconciliation: Fr i. 9:00 am & Sat. 4:30 pm
Rosary: Thurs. 7:00 pm (until June 5th)
Mass Intentions
May 15 8:30 am Harry Wujcik
May 17 8:30 am Elizabeth Cordivari
May 19 8:30 am Walt Dignan
May 20 5:30 pm Joseph VanVeen
May 21 8:30 am Rev. Thomas F. Golden
10:30 am Michael Rapposelli
Sacraments Baptism
Baptisms can be scheduled on most Sundays at noon or
during any of our Masses. If this is your first child you
are required to attend a class before the Baptism can be
scheduled. The next baptism class is May 16, 2017 at
7:00pm. Call the office to schedule.
Reconciliation
Saturday at 4:30pm or by appointment.
Matrimony
Consult the parish priest at least one year before your wed-
ding date.
Communion to those unable to come to Mass
If you, or a family member are not able to participate at Mass
and would like to receive communion, please contact the par-
ish office.
Anointing of the Sick
The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick brings the com-
passionate presence of Christ into the midst of the suffering
of those who are ill, aging, or preparing for minor /serious
surgery. If you would like to be anointed, please contact the
parish office. “The faithful should be encouraged to ask for the anointing, and, as soon as
the time for the anointing comes to receive it with faith and devotion” - Rite of Anointing
Rosary Recitation of the Rosary is held every Monday,
starting June 5, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. in the church.
Eucharistic Adoration First Friday of every month: 9:00am - 10:00am
Every Friday evening: 8:00pm -10:00pm
All are welcome to join us in worshiping our Lord.
Devotions
Fifth Sunday of Easter
May 13 & 14 2017
Jesus’ claim that he is “the way and the truth and the
life” is a sweeping one that dares us to see Jesus as eve-
rything we need to come to the fullness of risen Life
ourselves. The “way” is not always appealing—dying
to ourselves, self-giving for the sake of others. The
good news and truth is that we follow Jesus’ way in less
dramatic, everyday ways. Our simple acts of reaching
out to others, alleviating their suffering, or eliminating
their need is how we follow Jesus’ way. But more: this
is how we ourselves become the way! As we do Jesus’
works, we become more like him— we take on his care,
his love, his passion for others. As we do his works, e
ourselves become the way to the Father for others. No
greater work can we do!
-Living Liturgy
We would like to extend a warm welcome to the following new
parishioners to St. Margaret of Scotland Parish.
Ashlynn Maloy & Nathaniel Gorski
Evita Perez
Welcome
Living the Paschal Mystery
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Parish News
St. Vincent de Paul Food Closet Thank you for your generous donations to satisfy the needs of the
food closet. The item that is currently needed is snacks, gravy, bar
soap, velveeta, desserts and canned hams Thank you for your
generosity in helping to feed and care for the community.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS The St. David Council #12842, invites men 18 and older to join us in
supporting the parish and the community through acts of service.
Please call Grand Knight Walter Kolisz for additional information at
302-388-9998 or e-mail [email protected] .
From the Religious Ed Office:
RE Registration forms for the 2017 – 18 year are now
available on the parish website, Religious Education page. If you
are new to Religious Ed classes at St. Margaret’s, please provide us
with a copy of your child’s baptism certificate along with the regis-
tration form. Please print out and return both pages. Any SMOS
parish family with children grades K – 8 who do not attend a Catho-
lic school should be registered with the parish Religious Education
program. Please contact Madeline Romano for more information.
First Eucharist Class of 2017 – We congratulate those candidates
who celebrated the sacrament of the Eucharist for the first time on
May 7: Jacob Anacay, James Ayers, Alexa Benton, Brody Bowman,
Alexander Burrows, Benjamin Carter, Avante Charles, Elizabeth
DiMascio, Sophia Donnelly, Nathaniel Houck, Makenzie Hunter,
Sebastian Jessop, Kaitlyn Kotowski, Samika Kulshreshtha, Elijah
Landis, Allesio Lanza, Chase Lednum, Bridget Lee, Angela Main,
Courtney Maines, Cora Meehan, Isabella Meekins, Olivia Mitchell,
DeLaira Muzzi, Ivy Ngatia, Logan Pispitsos, Matthew Porter, Na-
thaniel Raduszewski, Kaitlyn Rafferty, Madison Simmons, Michael
Sindall, Michael Smagala, Jackson Stecher, Blake Troskey, Zachary
Victoria, Isabella Vincelli, Brenna Wickham, Julian Weiczorek.
Our prayer for them is that they continue to return often to celebrate
with us as we gather to praise, worship, and receive Jesus in the
most Holy Eucharist!
SMOS VBS FOR 2017 is Hero Central! July 31– August 4th
Registration information and forms can be found on the parish web-
site, Religious Ed page, VBS link.
VBS at St. Margaret’s is for children in the parish who will be enter-
ing Kindergarten through Grade 5 in September.
This year we run July 31 – August 4. Cost is $35 per camper.
Registration deadline is July 14, 2017. Email Madeline Romano at
the Religious Ed Office with any questions.
Summer Session for Adult Education – Summer Program: We will be offering Bishop Robert Barron’s
Catholicism series during the months of June and July. This excel-
lent series is offered in 10 episodes on various topics, from Beati-
tudes, to Mary, the Communion of Saints, Liturgy and Eucharist,
Prayer, Life in the Spirit, and the Last Things. This is a wonderful
way to enhance your knowledge of our faith, to look at it with fresh
perspective. Can’t commit to 10 sessions? Don’t worry! These
sessions are 10 separate episodes, not building on the previous, mak-
ing it easy to miss one or two if you need to. Sessions will be of-
fered on Monday evenings from 6:30 – 8:00 pm, and again on
Wednesday mornings after Mass (9:15) beginning on Monday, June
5 and Wednesday, June 7. We will gather in the Social
Room. Please contact Madeline Romano at the Religious Ed Of-
fice, [email protected] , if you are interested in
joining us. This summer program will count toward catechist for-
mation and development.
Knights of Columbus
“May” Family of the Month
Robert and Susan Brunner The Knights Of Columbus would like to congratulate Rob as our
Knight Of The Month! The Brunner family has been active mem-
bers of St. Margaret since 1999. Recently, a parishioner was in need
of some help with the clean-up of some downed trees from the last
ice storm. A handful of Knights showed up to help out with the pro-
ject. Rob went above and beyond what was needed, to help out that
day! Rob has always been an active volunteer and is part of our
Roadside clean-up crew. The Parish and the Knight's greatly appre-
ciate your dedication and service.
Social Justice Reflection Sunday May 14, 2017 – 5th Sunday of Easter In teaching us charity, the Gospel instructs us in the preferential
respect due to the poor and the special situation they have in society:
the more fortunate should renounce some of their rights so as to
place their goods more generously at the service of others.
- Pope Paul VI, Apostolic Letter of 14 May 1971, (#23)
Congratulations to the all of our Confirmation Candi-
dates who celebrated the Sacrament of Confirmation
at St. Margaret of Scotland on May 1, 2017.
Matthew Abraham, Sofia Alverez, Nicholas Balbierer, Corrin Bam-
ber, Madison Barnett, Megan Bauer, Matthew Beck, Brett Borkow-
ski, Joseph Boyer, Ryan Boyles, Jenna Brady, Kayla Bright, Brian
Burg, Nathaniel Catts, Jessica Classen, Bailey Coco, Olivia De-
Lillio, John Del Genio, Ashley DiOrrio, Emily Dina, Sarah Don-
aldson, Olivia Farris, Jenna Fischer, Elizabeth Frushon, Sarah
Fylak, Kayla Gonzon, Shelby Graser, Meghan Haggery, Cristina
Herb, James Jordan, Jordan Joson, Eric Keen, Megan Kelby,
Maureen Kirk, Caeli Klinefelter, Julianna Kolek, Alexander Kru-
macher, Sean Landon, Anthony Lare, Jacob Lilly, Richard Lynch,
Ethan Machado, Connor McCloskey, Laura Medio, Nicole Mellor,
Logan Miles, Gregory Miller, Christina Natalini, Eliza O’Brien,
Ryan Oller, Lauren Owens, Mario Paoli, Joshua Parson, Brendan
Popp, Mackenzie Popp, Austin Riedel, Cody Riedel, Emmanuel Rios,
Patrick Robinson, Dylan Rogerson, Emma Samis, Laura Shaffer,
Natalie Schmidt, Dylan Scuderi, Marisa Stasio, Evan Stocio, Kate
Tanchanco, Daniel Tapel, Jillian Timmons, Hannah Tressler, James
Volk, Joseph Volk, Delaney Weaver, Jarrett Weglarz, Ryan Wilson,
Garrett Weldin
A fellow parishioner, in the LaGrange Community, is looking for some-one to sit with his wife 2-3 days a week for a few hours. Please contact Bob Heun at 302-365-5154, if you would be interested in helping.
The Knights of Columbus -
St. David Council #12842 will be hosting a
Pancake Breakfast
Sunday, May 21st, 2017 Held in St Margaret's Social Room. Breakfast will
include pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage, juice, milk and coffee, and
will be served from 7:30am to 12:00pm (before and after both mass-
es). Cost is only $5.00 per person or $25.00 for a family of 5 or
more. Bring some friends and join us for your Sunday morning
breakfast.
John Mayberry has been chosen as one of the Top 100
“Family of the Month” for the month of April. This is a
nationwide award given out by the National Supreme Council of the
Knights Of Columbus. Bill McMahon was chosen for this award in
November 2016.
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Christ the Teacher School
Our Regional Catholic School
For additional information visit
www.christtheteacher.org 302-838-8850
The Blood Bank of Delmarva will hold the 15th Annu-
al Summer Blood Challenge from May 15th to Sep-
tember 23rd, 2017. As in past years the Diocese of
Wilmington is registered as one of the organizations
participating in this worthwhile event. The Diocese of
Wilmington’s employees, spouses, family, friends and
neighbors are encouraged once again to donate blood to the 2017
Summer Blood Challenge. You may donate at any Blood Bank
donor site from May 15th through September 23rd.
Over 350 blood donors are needed daily to meet the needs of the
patients in our community. Show your support by helping ensure a
stable blood supply for everyone in our region.
To ensure the donor and the Diocese get credit for the blood dona-
tion, complete an electronic Hero Card at the time of donation
(where applicable, or a Hero Card will be provided). Call 1-888-8-
BLOOD-8 or visit www.DelmarvaBlood.org/donate to schedule a
blood donation. There are 5 donor centers in Wilmington, Newark,
and Dover, Delaware; Salisbury, Maryland and Chadds Ford, Penn-
sylvania and have appointment hours weekdays, evenings and Satur-
days. In addition, the Blood Bank holds numerous mobile blood
drives at high schools, colleges and 30 community sites through the
Blood Bank service area. You can go on line or call to find sites
most convenient for you. Donation requirements are 17 to 79 years
old, weigh at least 110 pounds and be in general good health.
Malvern Family Festival Malvern Retreat House will host a Family Festival on
Sunday, June 11 from 1pm-6pm. The day will kick
off with outdoor Sunday Mass presided by Bishop
Edward Deliman at the Our Lady of Guadalupe
Shrine. After Mass, other activities that will be offered include per-
formances by The Donut Man and Grammy-Nominated Singer/
Songwriter Marty Rotella, children's games, food, and DJ-directed
music and activities. The cost is only $25 per car, including food.
Please visit malvernretreat.com or call 610-644-0400 for more infor-
mation.
Ulster Project Delaware Seeks Host Teens: Ulster Project Dela-
ware (UPD) is looking for teen-agers and their families to host Cath-
olic and Protestant teens from Northern Ireland for a month this
summer. UPD seeks teens ages 14-16 who are looking to have an
international experience, enhance their leadership skills, travel to
places like NYC and DC, fulfill service hours for school, meet new
friends and have the best summer of their life. For more information
and applications go to www.UlsterProjectDelaware.org.
June 29—July 27 are this years dates. St. Margaret of Scotland
and Limestone Presbyterian are the 2017 hosts parishes.
St. Catherine of Siena Community Garage Sale
Saturday, May 27th 8am - 1pm (rain date June 3rd) Please join us for this community event to shop for treasurers or sell
you unwanted items. Interested consigners, $25/per car w/two park-
ing spaces to sell. Contact mogispert@gmail or 239-1699 for regis-
tration details.
Community News
IHM Nun Run– 5K Run/Walk
June 3, 2017 Join us on June 3, 2017 for the IHM Nun Run, a 5K run/walk at
Villa Maria House of Studies, Immaculata, PA which is across the
street from Immaculata University. Start time is 8:30 am. Proceeds
benefit Camilla Hall, the retirement home for the aged and infirmed
Sisters of IHM. Registration information: www.ihmnunrun.org,
May 30th is the last day to register. No race day registrations.
Gift of Days: Spirituality & Aging Retreat
June 6 – 8 (mid-week) Marianist Family Retreat Center
Cape May Point, NJ 08212
This retreat (intended for those 55+) will explore the mystery of
aging and God’s desire for our spiritual fulfillment and develop-
ment. This retreat will consist of input, quiet personal time, prayer
rituals, Mass and small group sharing.
Cost: $125 per person (includes program, lodging & meals)
Sign up online at www.capemaymarianists.org or call 609-884-
3829 for more information.
Tuesday, May 23, 9:30 am - 3:30 pm Day of Reflection:
Spirituality of the Twelve Step Program with Rev. Dan
McGlynn and Sr. Margie Walsh.
The underlying cause of any addiction is "the spiritual malady"
which is described in the Big Book as selfishness, self cen-
teredness, self will run riot. This " spiritual malady" can only be
overcome, rooted out only through a "Spiritual Awakening"
which is the result of having worked the twelve steps. This spir-
itual journey is a movement from self-centeredness to God-
centeredness to other-centeredness. Can’t attend the whole day,
come to a shortened version on Monday evening, May 22, 7 pm -
9 pm. J esus House Prayer and Renewal Center , 2501
Milltown Rd, Wilmington, DE 19808, 302-995-6858. Cost is
$40 and includes lunch. Please visit our website
(jesushousecenter.org) or call our office for more information or
to register. Jesus House Prayer and Renewal Center 2501 Milltown Rd, Wilmington, DE 19808 302-995-6858
Save Energy with Catholic Charities
Catholic Charities has a new program available
for individuals who may be struggling with ener-
gy costs. As the Energize Delaware Community Energy Center in
New Castle County, Catholic Charities can provide households
with free energy education, budget counseling, and program refer-
rals. At your appointment, your energy counselor will review your
utility bills and discuss ways to reduce your energy usage. They’ll
also determine what assistance programs are available to help you
keep the power on and get back on track. To schedule an appoint-
ment, contact Catholic Charities Main Office at 302-655-9624,
between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm.
INSTRUCTIONAL FOOTBALL CAMP
The 10th Annual Charger Champion Football Camp
will be held at St. Peter The Apostle School in New Castle.
St. Mark’s Head Football Coach, John Wilson, will be directing this
instructional camp.
-Youth fundamental football camp June 26-June 30
(9:00 am- 3:00 pm)
-Students entering grades 2-8 for 2017-2018 school year.
-Cost: $175.
-Register online at jwilsonfootballcamp.com
Contact John Wilson for more information
Phone: (302)528-2119 E-mail: [email protected]
The Catholic Charities truck will be collecting
donations at Holy Family Church,
15 Gender Road, Newark, DE 19713 on
May 20th & 21st
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READINGS FOR
May 14th —May 21st
May 14– Fifth Sunday of Easter
Acts 6:1-7/ 1 Pt 2:4-9/ Jn 14:1-12 May 15- Acts 14:5-18/ Jn 14:21-26
May 16- Acts 14:19-28
May 17- Acts 15:1-6/ Jn 15:1-8
May 18- Acts 15:7-21/ Jn 15:9-11
May 19- Acts 15:22-31/ Jn 15:12-17
May 20- Acts 16:1-10/ Jn 15:18-21
May 21- Sixth Sunday of Easter
Acts 8:5-8, 14-17/ 1 Pt 3:15-18/ Jn 14:15-21
Good News Listen to Catholic Forum every
Sunday morning at 10:05 a.m. on
WDEL 101.7 FM, 1150 AM and www.wdel.com. Next Sunday,
May 21st, Alex Handy will discuss the recent delegation from Saints
Peter & Paul Church in Easton, Maryland, to San Marcos, Guatema-
la. For photos, information regarding upcoming guests, podcasts
and more, “Like” Catholic Forum on Facebook at
www.facebook.com/catholicforum. Listen to past episodes of Catho-
lic Forum online at cdow.org/communications or search “Catholic
Forum” on Apple Podcasts or iHeartRadio podcasts.
Marriage Moments Mother’s Day " No one has greater love than this, to lay
down one's life for one's friends." (Jn 15: 13) In addition to
Jesus, who has given their life for you? Perhaps it is your mother, or
someone who has been like a mother to you. As a spouse, be mind-
ful of laying down your life each day for your beloved.
Parenting Pointers Generally, a mother's love for her child is assumed and hope-
fully reciprocated. Yes, show love for your mother (or someone who
has been like a loving mother to you) this weekend. Identify and
share an act of sacrifice made on your behalf by your mother. What
a gift!
Diocesan News
Bulletin Advertiser of the Week Please remember to patronize the advertisers on the back
of our bulletin.
This week’s featured advertiser is:
Victor L. Gregory, Jr., DMD MAGD Family and Cosmetic Dentistry
5301 Limestone Road, Suite 211
Wilmington, DE 19808
302-239-1827 www.victorgregorydmd.com
Are you Being Called to God? Today’s first reading tells of the calling of Stephen and six others to
serve the early Church as deacons. God still calls deacons to serve
the needs of the Body of Christ by preaching, baptizing, officiating
at marriages and by giving witness through lives consecrated to God.
If you think you might have a calling to some form of religious min-
istry, let’s talk. Call or write Father Norm Carroll, Diocesan Direc-
tor of Priestly and Religious Vocations (302-573-3113; voca-
[email protected] ). Be sure to visit our website: www.cdow.org/
vocations!
Ordination to Priesthood - Saturday, May 20
Diocesan Priests’ Retirement Fund 2017 Collection Next week, we will conduct a special collection to benefit the Dioce-
san Priests’ Retirement Fund. The average age of priests of the Dio-
cese of Wilmington is increasing and more priests are retiring from
active parish ministry each year. Your generosity is greatly appreci-
ated. Please pray for an increase in vocations in our diocese, and for
our retired priests.
Diaper Drive to Benefit
Catholic Charities Diaper Bank
To honor Mother’s Day, Catholic Charities is sponsoring a diaper
drive to support our Diaper Bank. As an affiliate of the National
Diaper Bank Network in Delaware, we provide diapers to families in
need. Currently, our Diaper Bank serves over 200 families! To help
support our Diaper Bank, please make a donation of diapers, baby
wipes, or other baby hygiene items. Donations can be brought to any
Catholic Charities location throughout the month of May. You will
receive a tax receipt for your donation. You can also donate grocery
store or other gift cards, or cash. Visit our website at www.cdow.org/
charities.html to donate online using a credit card.
If you know someone in need, have them call Bayard House at 302-
654-1184 to learn how to participate in the program.
May 14, 2017
This week’s gospel message from John provides us
with the hopeful reminder, that through Christ we
are saved. Our faith in Jesus has saved us and ensured us a place in
His kingdom. Christ not only provides us a fulfilling sense of hope,
for what is awaiting us in the hereafter, He also gives instructs as we
travel to the place He has prepared. Reassuring us that He will be
with the Father, Jesus sends us out to do great things in his name.
This truth should instill in us a stoic faith that motivates us to do His
work. Are we living like we believe the truth Christ revealed? He
has called us to great things. What great things has He called you to
do? Don’t let fear hold you back; Jesus has reassured us that through
Him these things can be done. Go out and do these things in Christ’s
name.
2017 Quo Vadis Days for High School and College students will be
Thursday, July 27 to Saturday, July 29
in Malvern, PA.
This event offers a time of prayer, fraternity,
sports, and recreation focused on the life and ministry of
the Priesthood. You will spend three days with other young
men who have the same interest and aspiration in life.
Is God calling me to be a Priest?
For more info and to register online: cdow.org/
vocations. Registration deadline is July 9th.
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