St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, Bear

Over the decades, the area has transformed itself into a suburban and still growing area with many housing developments and retail centers. Because of its location and the community's diverse population, the parish is a welcoming community where the Catholic faith is celebrated, inspiring others to join the journey.

The parish's first building was the rectory which also housed a chapel where the community would gather for prayer. The first church, which is now the Parish Hall, was built in 1980. The new church was dedicated in 1998. The Formation Center and Education Wing was added in 2002. And, the complete renovation of the Parish Hall and construction of a pole barn was able to be accomplished in 2016, due to the parish's successful participation in the Sustaining Hope for the Future diocesan capital campaign.

Aware of being part of the universal Church, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton parish has hosted Cardinal Tumi, from Cameroon, in August of 2012 and Cardinal Njue, from Kenya, in August of 2015. The parish has a vibrant R.C.I.A., with many adults and children who have sought communion with Christ and his church.

In January of 2020, a New Allen Genisys Organ was purchased for the new Church. It arrived at the Church on September of 2020. The organ features many new features, including the Hymn/Performance Player where the organ plays itself instead of just the person playing the Organ.