Bulletin for November 8th, 2026
32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
But he said in reply, 'Amen, I say to you, I do not know you.' Therefore, stay awake, for you know neither the day nor the hour."
Confirmation in Our Pastorate - This week, Archbishop Zinkula was here at St. Joseph on Wednesday to celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation with 42 of our youth. They are a portion of many youth preparing for Confirmation in our pastorate. Others will be confirmed in the spring. We pray for all of these young people that God's Spirit may touch and fill their lives. It's challenging to live faith for young people today, but they have many charisms. When they do make that conscious and active decision to live their faith, they can give a powerful witness to one another and to us. Come Holy Spirit, Come!
A Season for Hiring and Staffing - Throughout the archdiocese, pastorates (and there are 24 of them) are engaged in hiring some important positions. Here in the Cedar Rapids Area North Pastorate, we are currently evaluating and interviewing candidates for the Director of Operations position. This week we also started seeking applications for our Director of Evangelization opening. This too is a pastorate wide position and that job description is enclosed with this weekly bulletin. We are hoping to have both of these positions filled in November with energetic and team-oriented individuals who are committed to our journey in faith together as a pastorate.
Another First! - Advent is around the corner and we are planning to have a joint Pastorate Weekly bulletin as Advent begins. It will be a new format that pulls together the happenings of every parish in our pastorate and will give you a better picture of all that's taking place. There is much that is happening! The bulletin will be available each weekend at all Masses. Of course, it will also be available on parish websites too. Soon we will start work on a pastorate website to keep the communication going. I'm really grateful for the teamwork and leadership shown by our staff members involved in this work!
All Souls Day Celebrated - We had a nice crowd at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church last Monday evening. Our Remembrance Mass included prayers for each of the faithful departed from all of our parishes along with the names you have written down in each of our parishes. The displays return to each church for your continued prayer and remembrance for our departed loved ones. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon them!
Another First! - Advent is around the corner and we are planning to have a joint Pastorate Weekly bulletin as Advent begins. It will be a new format that pulls together the happenings of every parish in our pastorate and will give you a better picture of all that's taking place. There is much that is happening! The bulletin will be available each weekend at all Masses. Of course, it will also be available on parish websites too. Soon we will start work on a pastorate website to keep the communication going. I'm really grateful for the teamwork and leadership shown by our staff members involved in this work!
All Souls Day Celebrated - We had a nice crowd at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church last Monday evening. Our Remembrance Mass included prayers for each of the faithful departed from all of our parishes along with the names you have written down in each of our parishes. The displays return to each church for your continued prayer and remembrance for our departed loved ones. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon them!
Our pastorate is seeking a full-time Director of Evangelization to serve as a key member of the pastorate leadership team.
Rooted in the Catholic faith, the Director of Evangelization provides vision, leadership, and oversight for pastorate evangelization eCorts and ministries.
Working closely with the pastor and pastorate leadership team, the Director of Evangelization will help develop a culture that invites people into a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ and forms missionary disciples.
The Director will guide implementation of Archdiocesan evangelization priorities, initially focused on Intentional Hospitality, Sacred Encounters, and Forming Disciples, while helping the pastorate develop effective outreach and formation opportunities.
Candidates must be practicing faithful Catholics who respect and support Church teaching, worship regularly, and have a passion for furthering the mission of Jesus Christ.
Five years of proven experience in evangelization, catechesis, or parish/diocesan ministry is preferred
To apply: Submit a résumé, cover letter, and references to Deacon Frank Easton at f.easton@dbqarch.org
For more information go to our website at www.seasp.org
Rooted in the Catholic faith, the Director of Evangelization provides vision, leadership, and oversight for pastorate evangelization eCorts and ministries.
Working closely with the pastor and pastorate leadership team, the Director of Evangelization will help develop a culture that invites people into a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ and forms missionary disciples.
The Director will guide implementation of Archdiocesan evangelization priorities, initially focused on Intentional Hospitality, Sacred Encounters, and Forming Disciples, while helping the pastorate develop effective outreach and formation opportunities.
Candidates must be practicing faithful Catholics who respect and support Church teaching, worship regularly, and have a passion for furthering the mission of Jesus Christ.
Five years of proven experience in evangelization, catechesis, or parish/diocesan ministry is preferred
To apply: Submit a résumé, cover letter, and references to Deacon Frank Easton at f.easton@dbqarch.org
For more information go to our website at www.seasp.org
Advent Giving Tree Project
St. Elizabeth parishioners have helped hundreds of struggling families share in the joy of Christmas through our Advent Giving Tree. The Faith In Action Committee will again partner with the local “Toys for Tots” chapter to collect toys for local children. The Toys for Tots organization accept applications from parents to ‘shop’ in their Christmas Store filled with donations. They ask for toys and stocking stuffers priced $5 to $35 for individuals newborn to 14 years old. No clothing please.We will also be helping our parish families, the Catholic Worker House, Tanager Place, and St Vincent de Paul with gifts, gift cards and food.
The Advent Giving Tree and mittens will be set up in the window walkway November 13th - November 29th. Gifts must be returned by November 30th.
We will have one bulk delivery of the Toys for Tots gifts on Thursday, December 3rd to a donation truck at the local Fleet Farm. If you would like to help deliver to Fleet Farm, show up at 10 AM. We will meet by the tree.
If you are in need of assistance this Christmas and receiving gifts from the Advent Giving Tree would be helpful, please contact Martha (mgarciawegener@seasp.org). Names of participants must be received by November 5th.
We will have one bulk delivery of the Toys for Tots gifts on Thursday, December 3rd to a donation truck at the local Fleet Farm. If you would like to help deliver to Fleet Farm, show up at 10 AM. We will meet by the tree.
If you are in need of assistance this Christmas and receiving gifts from the Advent Giving Tree would be helpful, please contact Martha (mgarciawegener@seasp.org). Names of participants must be received by November 5th.
We are looking for more ministers for daily Masses (lectors and EMs) and to lead the Rosary before Masses and at Adoration. If you're interested in ministering for any of those, please contact Martha (mgarciawegener@seasp.org).
Congratulations to Zailyn Ryan Booto, daughter of Ed & Bailyn Booto, Frances Joann Gray, daughter of Sam & Elizabeth Gray & Halston Mae VanCura, daughter of Brian & Bailey VanCura as the join our parish family through baptism this weekend!
Information on how to baptize your child at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton can be found on our baptism webpage. If you would like to schedule a baptism, please get in touch with Kathy Lester (klester@seasp.org).
Information on how to baptize your child at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton can be found on our baptism webpage. If you would like to schedule a baptism, please get in touch with Kathy Lester (klester@seasp.org).
Welcome New Members
We would like to welcome the following people who joined our parish!Erin and Brandan Dietzman
Julia and Chase Fifield
Pat Gray
Brandi and Tylor Rickard
Discover Xavier Night: XHS Open House for Current 8th Graders: Monday, Nov. 9th
Come ‘Xperience what Xavier High School has to offer!
Xavier High School is hosting its open house, “Discover Xavier Night,” for prospective 9th grade students is scheduled for Monday, November 9th. Check-in begins at 6:30 p.m. with the program beginning at 7:00 p.m. This exciting event includes an information session for parents and students as well as an opportunity to meet teachers and students as you walk the hallways of Xavier High School. The Saints Shop will also be open this evening.
All current 8th grade students are invited to attend (regardless of where they currently attend school) and will receive a formal invitation in the mail. Know of a new family who may be interested? Have them reach out to Cara Joens, XCS Director of Enrollment, to learn more at cara.joens@crxcs.orgor 319.739.7300 x313.
Come ‘Xperience what Xavier High School has to offer!
Xavier High School is hosting its open house, “Discover Xavier Night,” for prospective 9th grade students is scheduled for Monday, November 9th. Check-in begins at 6:30 p.m. with the program beginning at 7:00 p.m. This exciting event includes an information session for parents and students as well as an opportunity to meet teachers and students as you walk the hallways of Xavier High School. The Saints Shop will also be open this evening.
All current 8th grade students are invited to attend (regardless of where they currently attend school) and will receive a formal invitation in the mail. Know of a new family who may be interested? Have them reach out to Cara Joens, XCS Director of Enrollment, to learn more at cara.joens@crxcs.orgor 319.739.7300 x313.
Xavier High School Community Service Day Nov. 11
Xavier High School students will be out in the Cedar Rapids/Marion/Hiawatha communities for the annual Community Service Day on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. If you’re elderly or living with a disability and could use help with leaf raking or window washing, we’d love to lend a hand! Just give us a call at 319-294-6635 and we’ll get you on the list.
Xavier High School students will be out in the Cedar Rapids/Marion/Hiawatha communities for the annual Community Service Day on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. If you’re elderly or living with a disability and could use help with leaf raking or window washing, we’d love to lend a hand! Just give us a call at 319-294-6635 and we’ll get you on the list.
Support Xavier High School's Performing Arts by ordering beautiful holiday plants and wreaths! The Annual Greenery & Poinsettia Sale helps raise funds directly for our talented performing arts students. Order Window: Friday, October 30 through Friday, November 13.
• How to Order: Scan the QR code found on posters around the church to browse, select your items, and complete your secure checkout online.
• Important Note: All orders and payments must be completed by the November 13 deadline.
• Questions: Contact Holly Robe at holly.robe@crxcs.org. Thank you for your generous support of our local students this holiday season!
• How to Order: Scan the QR code found on posters around the church to browse, select your items, and complete your secure checkout online.
• Important Note: All orders and payments must be completed by the November 13 deadline.
• Questions: Contact Holly Robe at holly.robe@crxcs.org. Thank you for your generous support of our local students this holiday season!
Xavier Catholic Schools (XCS) Part-Time Food Service Team Members Needed!
XCS is seeking part-time food service team members to support our schools by ensuring our students receive healthy meals in a clean and welcoming environment. Responsibilities may include dishwashing, serving, food preparation, and much more!
If you are interested please contact Lauren Van Hoeck, XCS HR Manager, at 319-739-7300 ext. 408 or hr@crxcs.org
XCS is seeking part-time food service team members to support our schools by ensuring our students receive healthy meals in a clean and welcoming environment. Responsibilities may include dishwashing, serving, food preparation, and much more!
If you are interested please contact Lauren Van Hoeck, XCS HR Manager, at 319-739-7300 ext. 408 or hr@crxcs.org
All 21-39 year olds are invited to join us at Parlor City on November 19th at 6pm to hear Dcn. Dan Rouse speak on "End Game: Death, Christian Hope, & Catholic Funeral"
First drink is on us!
Check out facebook.com/CRToT for more information.
Sunday, Nov 8 | Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time | Matthew 25:1-13
8:30 AM Mass - For The People
11:30 AM Mass - ♰ Gerald Mitchell
Monday, Nov 9 | Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica | John 2:13-22
12:15 PM Mass - ♰ Dennis Russell
Tuesday, Nov 10 | Memorial of Saint Leo the Great, Pope and Doctor of the Church | Luke 17:7-10
9:00 AM Mass - ♰ Tom Walker
Wednesday, Nov 11 | Memorial of Saint Martin of Tours, Bishop | Luke 17:11-19
Reconciliation, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Rosary, 11:45 AM
12:15 PM Mass - ♰ Pat Callahan
Thursday, Nov 12 | Memorial of Saint Josaphat, Bishop and Martyr | Luke 17:20-25
Rosary, 8:30 AM
9:00 AM Mass - Annabel Wegener
Rosary, 12:00 PM
Eucharistic Adoration, 12:00 - 8:00 PM
Friday, Nov 13 | Memorial of Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini, Virgin | Luke 17:26-37
12:15 PM Mass - ♰ Julie Schmitt
Saturday, Nov 14 | Weekday | Luke 18:1-8
Reconciliation, 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
5:00 PM Mass - Ruth Hamilton
Sunday, Nov 15 | Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time | Matthew 25:14-30
8:30 AM Mass - ♰ David Brown
11:30 AM Mass - ♰ Marvin Stallman
♰ deceased
8:30 AM Mass - For The People
11:30 AM Mass - ♰ Gerald Mitchell
Monday, Nov 9 | Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica | John 2:13-22
12:15 PM Mass - ♰ Dennis Russell
Tuesday, Nov 10 | Memorial of Saint Leo the Great, Pope and Doctor of the Church | Luke 17:7-10
9:00 AM Mass - ♰ Tom Walker
Wednesday, Nov 11 | Memorial of Saint Martin of Tours, Bishop | Luke 17:11-19
Reconciliation, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Rosary, 11:45 AM
12:15 PM Mass - ♰ Pat Callahan
Thursday, Nov 12 | Memorial of Saint Josaphat, Bishop and Martyr | Luke 17:20-25
Rosary, 8:30 AM
9:00 AM Mass - Annabel Wegener
Rosary, 12:00 PM
Eucharistic Adoration, 12:00 - 8:00 PM
Friday, Nov 13 | Memorial of Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini, Virgin | Luke 17:26-37
12:15 PM Mass - ♰ Julie Schmitt
Saturday, Nov 14 | Weekday | Luke 18:1-8
Reconciliation, 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
5:00 PM Mass - Ruth Hamilton
Sunday, Nov 15 | Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time | Matthew 25:14-30
8:30 AM Mass - ♰ David Brown
11:30 AM Mass - ♰ Marvin Stallman
♰ deceased
Week Of November 1st, 2026
Weekly Offering: $16,034.97
(includes envelopes, checks & online)
Loose Bills: $1,304
Loose Coins: $1.95
Total: $17,340.92
Weekly Offering: $16,034.97
(includes envelopes, checks & online)
Loose Bills: $1,304
Loose Coins: $1.95
Total: $17,340.92
Thank you for your generosity!
If you'd like to update your giving method, please visit https://www.seasp.org/stewardship to see your options.
If you'd like to update your giving method, please visit https://www.seasp.org/stewardship to see your options.
Pastor, Rev. Neil Manternach
Parochial Vicar, Rev. James Brockman
Parochial Vicar, Rev. Emmanuel Fénélus
Parochial Vicar, Rev. Jacob Dunne
Parochial Vicar, Rev. James Goerend
Parish Office Hours:
Monday - Thursday 8:30 AM-4:00 PM
Friday 8:30 AM-12:00 PM
Phone: 319-393-3778 - Fax: 319-393-7165
Email: office@seasp.org
Website: www.seasp.org
Parochial Vicar, Rev. James Brockman
Parochial Vicar, Rev. Emmanuel Fénélus
Parochial Vicar, Rev. Jacob Dunne
Parochial Vicar, Rev. James Goerend
Parish Office Hours:
Monday - Thursday 8:30 AM-4:00 PM
Friday 8:30 AM-12:00 PM
Phone: 319-393-3778 - Fax: 319-393-7165
Email: office@seasp.org
Website: www.seasp.org
