Welcome to Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish
From Fr. Ed Holland, Pastor
Elizabeth was the first native-born American citizen to be canonized a saint and was a convert to the Catholic faith.
What led her to the Church? She writes that it was first the welcome that she received from Catholics during the difficult
time of her husband’s illness and death. She was welcomed and loved by people who truly lived what their faith taught about welcoming the stranger and caring for those in need. This welcome led her more deeply into her own Christian faith and eventually helped her discover the joys and treasures of faith in the Catholic Church. Elizabeth put into practice that same welcome that she experienced and would live the rest of her life in service to others.
We pray for her intercession that we, too, might live that same spirit of welcome and service. So thank you for visiting us here at Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish in Columbia Station, Ohio.
Please know that you are always welcome here!
The coming of the Lord is near.
Let us await him with faithful hearts, purified minds and joyful spirits.
~ St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
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From the Desk of Father Ed ...
Last weekend we ended the Christmas season with the Baptism of the Lord. John protested that Jesus should baptize him instead, but John ultimately did what was asked of him. This weekend we hear John the Baptist testify to what he saw at that baptism, which led to his proclamation that Jesus is indeed the Son of God. How blessed we are when we participate at a baptism, for right in front of us we witness someone being reborn. We testify that this person is cleansed of all sin, is given new life and truly becomes a child of God. We may not see the Holy Spirit descend like a dove as John did, but that same Spirit is just as present to welcome and embrace the newest member of our Christian family.
SEAS' annual Pasta Dinner Fundraiser.
Sunday, February 1 from 12 noon to 3 p.m.
In addition to the delicious food, we will have a 50/50 Raffe
with a potential jackpot of $500 in cash to the winner.
There will also be a separate raffle for a $500 gift card to
Gunselman's Steakhouse and Pub in Olmsted Falls.
So mark your calendars and join us for a fun and tasty experience to help support our parish.
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Greetings from Deacon Bob Sabol!
God gives us so many wonderful things. The joy and the challenge that each day brings.
The song of the meadowlark, the kiss of the sun, the rich satisfaction of a job well done. The beauty of nature, the wisdom of years, the blessings of friendship that brighten and cheers. The warmth of remembrance, the comfort of prayers, and the dearest of blessings His own loving care.
We celebrate these gifts and more every day at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish.
Join us when you are in the neighborhood. Tell them the Deacon sent you!
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We wish to welcome all visitors who are joining us for worship. For those of you from out of town we are glad to have you join us as we celebrate this feast . For those who belong to our community and have been unable to join us on a regular basis due to work, sickness or other personal challenges know that we remember you always in our prayers.
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Statements are available now
For your 2025 contributions to SEAS.
Call the office at 440-236-5095 or email elizabethcolumbia@dioceseofcleveland.org
to request your statement. Your statement will be mailed to you or held for you to pick up.
Please make sure we have your current address and phone number.
Respect Life
Catholics across the country are encouraged to observe a nationwide prayer vigil from Thursday Jan. 22 to Friday Jan 23, 2026
to pray for an end to abortion & a greater respect for all human life.
SEAS' Annual Pasta Dinner Fundraiser
Sunday, February 1 from 12 noon to 3 p.m.
Delicious Food!
50/50 Raffle Chance to win a $500 gift card to
Gunselman's Steakhouse and Pub in Olmsted Falls!
ATTENTION SEAS PARISHIONERS:
WE NEED YOUR PHOTOS!
To commemorate the joyous occasion of the 50th Anniversary of our parish we are creating a photo memorial page on our website. We would like to include recent family and individual photos as well as past photos of those gone before us. Simply forward your photos to Sara Springer at seas50thphotos@yahoo.com
If you have still photos or polaroids - just snap a picture with your phone and send them that way.
In addition - Sara will be on hand at our Pasta Dinner Fundraiser on February 1st to snap your pics for you!
So start digging up those old photos and searching your phones!
Let's make this an anniversary photo memory page that we can admire and be proud of our Parish for the next 50 years!
Bible Study
On January 21 we will be starting a new video bible study called
“The Bible Timeline, The Story of Salvation”
presented by Jeff Cavins.
This study takes you on a guided journey through salvation history.
It covers 14 of the Bible’s narrative books, giving you the keys to understanding the amazing story woven through-out Scriptures.
Bring your bible and come join us for an amazing study.
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The Christmas Season is always beautiful here at SEAS!
Please click over to our PHOTOS page and see the latest beautiful images!
If you would like to share any family pictures that you take here at the parish this year, please send them along and we will post some on our website.
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JOIN US TO PRAY THE ROSARY
Join us to pray the Rosary Wednesday and Friday at 8:30am, Thursday at 11:30 prior to morning weekday Mass.
“There is no problem, no matter how difficult it is, whether temporal or above all spiritual,
in the personal life of each one of us, our families...that cannot be solved by Rosary.”
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Visit our Lord in Adoration
on Monday, February 2nd from 12pm—1pm
The Blessed Sacrament (a consecrated host) is placed In a vessel called
a monstrance and set on the Altar.
This is Jesus, truly present - Body, Soul, and Divinity - inviting you to be with Him.
When you enter, you can sit before the Lord. You might choose to pray the Rosary,
read scripture or pray with us in adoration. You don’t have to “do” anything special,
just be present with Jesus and let him love you.
Think of it like siting in the sunlight: you don’t have to make the sun shine on you.
You just have to sit there and let the light and warmth do the work. In the same way,
being in the presence of the Son allows His grace to touch our heart and bring healing,
peace and strength, even if you don’t feel it right away.
Let our Eucharistic Holy Hour on February 2nd at 12 Noon to 1 PM
brighten up your winter day.
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There is no space where God is not; space does not exist apart from Him.
St. Hilary of Poitiers, Bishop & Doctor of the Church
Loving Christ, Loving Others
We the Christian Community of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, gather together to:
Walk with the Lord
Reach out to others
Develop spiritually
Celebrate together as a family
Directions
Pope Francis
In Memoriam 265th Successor of St. Peter
Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio December 17, 1936 Elected Pope March 13, 2013
In God's Eternal Rest April 21, 2025
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him.
May he rest in peace. Amen.
NEED TO UPDATE YOUR CONTACT INFO?
If you’ve dropped your land line, added a cell phone, or have a new email address,
please call the
parish office (440-236-5095) or email us at: elizabethcolumbia@dioceseofcleveland.org.
Help us update our records. Thank you!
HOMEBOUND MINISTRY
If you know of someone who is homebound and unable to attend mass that would like to receive the Eucharist at home, please contact the parish office 440-236-5095.
PLEASE NOTE: SIGN UP SHEETS ARE IN THE CHURCH LOBBY FOR ALL MASSES FOR
USHERS, LECTORS, ALTAR SERVERS & EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS.
PLEASE BE SURE TO SIGN UP TO SERVE AT YOUR WEEKEND MASSES.
Your service is so appreciated!
We would like to extend a warm welcome to all the new parishioners to St Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish!
We are delighted that you have chosen to join us!
