St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Survey Summary DiscussionAugust 19 2015

Tonight’s Discussion

Overview of results Changes in Progress Discussion & Next Steps

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Experience Most very satisfied with our facilities

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Experience People feel welcomed

Meetings and events are generally convenient

Mass schedules work well

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Experience We find Mass fulfilling

Homilies are much appreciated

Music appreciated, but varies

Sound issues are mentioned

Our Sanctuary A refresh is needed

Paint, cleaning, color

Mixed opinions on statues

St. Elizabeth is coming …

Poorly worded question on artwork

We like seasonal changes

Many opinions on St. Elizabeth

Our Sanctuary Window upgrades liked very much

Stained glass, if done well

A Tabernacle is coming

What about the chapel?

A Crucifix is planned

Evenly divided on this

What about the Risen Christ?

Liturgy and Community Most find liturgy fulfilling

Most feel welcome

Some feel left out

Spanish and English Masses work well

But, mostly English speaking sample

Strong opinions for and against bilingual

Ideas for Facilities Many comments on these, and some projects are under

way

What is Happening Next? We are growing, and re-purposing our available space

New Youth Room

New Music Practice room (important to free up the Church)

Retreat Center in St Elizabeth Ann Seton House

“Coming Events” TV monitors in Narthex

Tabernacle, modifications to Altar table

Crucifix for church

Statue of St Elizabeth Ann Seton in Narthex

Security system

Upgrades to kitchen in Fellowship Hall

Getting bids on Air-Conditioning for the Church

We are St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, a diverse Roman Catholic community guided by the Holy Spirit. We are transformed by grace through sacraments, prayer, compassion, and evangelization. We are disciples of Jesus Christ.

Discussion & Open ForumWe have been richly blessedHow do we keep our focus Heavenward?

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