A Zoom forum on “Racial Justice and the Catholic Church” sponsored by St. Catherine of Siena and Resurrection Parishes will be held on four Wednesdays from 7-8:30 pm. September 30th, October 14th and October 28th and November 11th. Text will be Fr. Bryan Massingale’s book by that name. There will be discussion of the book, then testimony by panel members with feedback from listeners. To sign up and receive a zoom link and a copy of the book, contact St. Catherine of Siena Parish at 302-633-4900 or email Fr. John Hynes at jhynesscs@aol.com.

Living in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania has broadened my perception of geography and challenged my notions about which “place” is better.  (I grew up as a “First State” (read: Best State!) Delawarean.  But living “across the line” has taught me much.

The button to the left is a portal to online giving for a one time or ongoing gift to Resurrection Parish via your credit card or bank account. You may use the portal to make a memorial donation or please mail a check to Resurrection Parish, 3000 Videre Drive, Wilmington, DE 19808. Offertory envelopes may also be mailed to this address. Thank you for your continued support.

The great Jesuit leader, Father Pedro Arrupe said, “Christians must be recognized by their being ‘people for others.’ We must be the voice of Jesus. And always, that is a voice for justice.”

The Christian Formation Program (K-5) will meet using a flexible hybrid format. Middle school youth ministry will meet most often on the first and third Sundays of the month via Zoom beginning at 6:30 PM. High School youth group will meet the second Sunday of the month via Zoom beginning at 6:30 PM.

Sunday,Mass is at 9:30 a.m. INSIDE the main church where it will be SAFE and COOL.

This event centers around viewing a selection of short, highly acclaimed videos hosted by Emmanuel Acho titled, “Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man.” With thoughtfulness, solid information, and clarity, Acho provides insights into numerous topics that will help us approach meaningful conversations around race.  We will have discussion time to share our questions and our thoughts as we begin our journey of listening more intently, sharing more openly, and understanding more humbly the important questions of race. Links will be sent to registrants via email several days before the event.

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m

The dispensation from the obligation to attend Sunday Mass issued on March 12, 2020 remains in place for the Diocese of Wilmington. For the celebration of Mass at home, Resurrection Parish has a video recorded Mass posted each Sunday on the website, www.resurrectionde.org. For those who cannot attend Mass in person, know that God’s infinite grace and mercy remain abundantly available.

Pastoral Council met for a 2nd time via Zoom on Sunday June 14, and the meeting again went well. The Council felt it important to continue these communications with parishioners. Here are highlights of our June meeting.

Presented by Ebenezer United Methodist Church & Resurrection Parish An online program available for families to share at home beginning Monday, July 20, 2020. Registration is required.

Lord hear our prayer. Click photo to view virtual prayer service.

May 30, 2020 — (Wilmington, Delaware) — The Most Reverend W. Francis Malooly, Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Wilmington has issued the following statement on the killing of George Floyd in Minnesota and the resulting demonstrations and violence that has erupted across the United States.

Dear Members of Resurrection Parish: Pastoral Council held our first Zoom meeting last Sunday May 17.  It went well, and we heard some good news that we wanted to share with you, the people of Resurrection, right away!

Resurrection Parish and Ebenezer United Methodist Churches are sponsoring a drive to collect non-perishable food and other items for the three amazing agencies : Friendship House Emmanuel Dining Room Family Promise of Delaware

Whenever the current restrictions are eased and we are able to gather for Mass again, it is important for all of us to understand that things will not immediately “go back to normal.” We ask everyone to please continue to be patient and charitable as we work through these difficult times. Click photo or title for details.