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Ritual Reflections & Musical Musings
Summer 2023

Ritual Reflections & Musical Musings

I’ve noticed a gradual increase in the number of people coming to Mass. Sure, we lose numbers in the summer due to the “snowbird” factor, but overall, it seems more people are… continue reading »

SES Celebrates Mass and Healing with the Anointing of the Sick
Summer 2023

SES Celebrates Mass and Healing with the Anointing of the Sick

God’s perfect timing and the importance of listening to the lead of the Holy Spirit was evident in the time of the first healing mass … continue reading »

How to Get the Least and Most Out of Mass
Summer 2023

How to Get the Least and Most Out of Mass

A mentor of mine, Fr. Paul Turner, came up with some strategies for those who want to get the LEAST out of going to Mass or the Most out of Mass… continue reading »

The Examen: The Prayer that Changes Everything
Summer 2023

The Examen: The Prayer that Changes Everything

St. Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Society of Jesus, pushed the Jesuits into the world to serve the poor and marginalized… continue reading »

Seton Shorts – Summer 2023
Summer 2023

Seton Shorts – Summer 2023

I am sure that many of you did not know that Fr. Kilian was a banjo player. … continue reading »

Fr. Kilian’s Message
Kilian Tribute

Fr. Kilian’s Message

Welcome to the Tribute issue of the Family Seton… continue reading »

A Tribute to Fr. Kilian McCaffrey
Kilian Tribute

A Tribute to Fr. Kilian McCaffrey

On behalf of The Family Seton Newsletter of St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church and all its collective ministries we proclaim this issue: A Tribute… continue reading »

Slán Leat, Father Kilian
Kilian Tribute

Slán Leat, Father Kilian

The parishioners at St. Elizabeth Seton will be saying a heartfelt “Slán leat,” a Gaelic expression meaning “Goodbye (health) to you… continue reading »

Messages from the Deacons
Kilian Tribute

Messages from the Deacons

Here are messages from the Deacons… continue reading »

A Message from Our Parish Manager
Kilian Tribute

A Message from Our Parish Manager

My first impression of Fr. Kilian was that he was a unique individual. I loved the way that he embraced every situation. … continue reading »

From Chalice Apostolate Ministry
Kilian Tribute

From Chalice Apostolate Ministry

I want to thank you for the support you always gave to the “Chalice Apostolate Ministry”. You had a special way of … continue reading »

From Holy Spirit Prayer Group and Healing Prayer Ministry
Kilian Tribute

From Holy Spirit Prayer Group and Healing Prayer Ministry

Our first commission from Fr. Kilian was “I want St. Elizabeth to be a Healing Parish”. During these six years… continue reading »

Knights of Columbus Farewell to Fr. Kilian
Kilian Tribute

Knights of Columbus Farewell to Fr. Kilian

The officers and members of St. Elizabeth Seton Council #12144 of the Knights of Columbus wish to express our heartfelt thanks… continue reading »

A Message from Mike Wieser
Kilian Tribute

A Message from Mike Wieser

In 2017, a very significant event occurred in our community.  Our beloved Pastor, Fr. Joe McGaffin, was called home… continue reading »

Ministry of Liturgy and Music
Kilian Tribute

Ministry of Liturgy and Music

Shortly after Fr Kilian invited me to join the pastoral team at St. Elizabeth Seton, he had Teri and I over to the rectory… continue reading »

St. Elizabeth Seton’s Women’s Society
Kilian Tribute

St. Elizabeth Seton’s Women’s Society

The ladies of the St. Elizabeth Seton’s Women’s Society are going to miss Father Killian’s Irish inflection and welcoming smile… continue reading »

St. Vincent de Paul Ministry
Kilian Tribute

St. Vincent de Paul Ministry

We would like to thank Father Kilian for all of his generous support given to our Ministry. Father was the one that suggested… continue reading »

Arts and Environment Ministry
Kilian Tribute

Arts and Environment Ministry

Seems like only yesterday Fr. Kilian arrived at St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church.  This tall priest, with a strong Irish accent … continue reading »

From Sister Mary Beverly
Kilian Tribute

From Sister Mary Beverly

We give thanks to the Holy Trinity for your Priesthood. Through your holy vocation, the grace of the Holy Spirit is … continue reading »

Hospitality Ministry
Kilian Tribute

Hospitality Ministry

In May 2022, my wife & I were visiting various parishes near Sun City West, trying to find a parish that felt alive and welcoming… continue reading »

From Our Lady of Fatima Devotion Group
Kilian Tribute

From Our Lady of Fatima Devotion Group

Fr. Kilian came to St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church (SESCC) in July, 2017. By then the Our Lady of Fatima First Saturday devotion had grown from… continue reading »

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Volume 5, Number 3
Spring 2026

The Family Seton, an e-news publication of the St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Community will be published quarterly, Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall. Interim news publications may be published as news surfaces. Submitted news, information, feature article’s, letters, photos, and other materials become the property of The Family Seton newsletter.

Publisher:
Fr. Williams Abba,
Parochial Administrator

Editor:
Deacon Sal Lema

Consulting and Copy Editor:
Lou Allocco

Parish Columnists:
Alicia Amaro
Luciana Ballesteros-Heras
Alice Huth-Derrah
Gladyce Janky
Beth Lema
Dick Milanese
Steve Raml
Virginia Vollmer
Joan Zombek

Correspondent Writers:
Rebecca Schlofner

Send submittals to the Editor at: editor@sesccnews.org

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