Third Sunday of Lent | March 24, 2019

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MISSION STATEMENT: St. Michael Catholic Community is a welcoming parish where people come together to worship, learn, and grow in faith. Through our actions we demonstrate our beliefs in fellowship, service and generous tithing of time, talent, and treasure. We care for one another and receive comfort and support in our own times of need. All are encouraged to participate in the journey to live by Christ's example and build the Kingdom of God.

From Fr. Mike…

Nothing lasts forever. That’s the platitude we use when our 2007 Dodge pick-up finally gives up the ghost or our microwave takes a dump or when we can no longer find replacement parts for our Hoover vacuum cleaner, the one that we got for our wedding 28 years ago. It’s easy to let go of small things—generally speaking—but not so easy when that which we lose cannot be easily replaced. We lose a treasured pet or, more profoundly, a best friend or spouse or parent or child. As we age, we lose our health and that platitude seems to mock us. We blow a knee out while jogging; our hair turns gray or thins or falls out; our eyesight changes; we can’t see things as clearly as we once did; sleep patterns change; our medicine chest begins to look like a pill mill; when going to a restaurant, we no longer go for the table with the pretty waitresses, but the one that is closest to the bathroom. Gawd, I’m depressing myself…pass me a jelly donut. Somehow the objectified wisdom—nothing lasts forever—doesn’t comfort as it once did. It hits too close to home. Our losses can be too great, too personal, too impactful.

Working through some of this, we need a perspective, a way of understanding our losses great and small, personal and

impersonal. The fact that nothing lasts forever is a well-established piece of science. Things do wear out; nothing is static; everything is in a state of flux. Even our beautiful sun is dying too, burning six hundred million tons of hydrogen per second. Our perception of stability is an illusion. Things seem to be the same, but they are not. Things appear to be static, but there is constant movement and change occurring without our knowing it. Science states the obvious, but it does little to ease our anxious spirits.

Francis of Assisi, the mystic saint of medieval Christianity and the Founder of Franciscan Order (1181-1226), saw death as a natural part of life, a point of transition from this world to the Kingdom where we continue our life with God. He sang about it in his great prayer of praise, calling upon death as a sister from whom no mortal can escape. Death, as Francis saw it, was not an enemy of life. Death was not the opposite of life. Rather, death was part of the full process of his living. He could not escape death like he could not escape life. Like being flesh and blood bound to a sibling, death was part of his human story.

Death is part of all of our stories. A few weeks ago, we signed our

foreheads with a double symbol of death: a

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cross of ashes. Ashes are the burned palm fronds from our previous year’s celebration of Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Once vibrant plants, they now symbolize something else. They are a silent judgement on our earthly glories, our personal victories, our triumphs. Eventually everything becomes ashes. Wandering as I sometimes do through antique malls—who am I trying to kid, St. Vincent de Paul stores—I come across old trophies, engraved and tarnished mementos of someone’s hard work and appreciated efforts. Once proudly displayed on a mantle or shelf, they are consigned to the miscellaneous table of a secondhand store. Without context or meaning, their former significance is lost. So it is with everything we do. As the popular Lenten song reminds us: “If all our world is ashes, then must our lives be true, and offering of ashes, an offering to you.”

The ashes we received in the form of the cross on our foreheads at the beginning of Lent reflected our journey to Easter. We began our Lent with a sign of death: “Remember you are dust and unto dust you shall return.” We are reminding ourselves that we are death bound. We also simultaneously commemorate Jesus’ own passion and death on the cross which will culminate our Lenten observance. The two events mirror each other: we see ourselves in Christ’s suffering and death and Christ reveals himself in our suffering. In 2 Corinthians 4:10, St Paul said: We are always carrying in us the dying of Jesus, so that Christ’s life be known through us.

Reflecting on endings, even our own, may not be as depressing as it seems. Faith gives us meaning and hope. Viewed as a process of life, a transition, a becoming, death is a moving on more than it is a cessation of movement. Learning about these rich faith perspectives and seeping our minds and imaginations in them is part of our everyday work as Catholic Christians. Our Lenten Emmaus devotion on Thursdays at 6pm will help us do that.

Fr. Mike

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For students who will be in Grades 6/7 for the 2019/20 school year, we are offering a summer program as an alternative to the traditional school year program. If you choose to register for the summer program, you must commit to the following days: (we will also be offering a Fall and Home Study program for Grades 6/7)

GRADES 6/7

June 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, and 27, 1pm-4:30pm

For students who will be in Grade 8 for the 2019/20 school year or those preparing for Confirmation, the Confirmation Prep Program will be offered during the following days ONLY. There is no Fall or Home Study option for Confirmation, so please plan accordingly. If you register for this program, you must commit to the following days:

GRADE 8/CONFIRMATION PREP

June 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, and 27, 9am-12:30pm

Registration forms will be mailed home in late March. Please note the registration deadline on the form. Classes are on a first come, first served basis and are dictated by the number of volunteer catechists we have. FLT tuition payment is expected with registration. If you would like to be a part of your child’s religious formation this summer and are interested in volunteering, please call Claudia at 566-4492.

2019 SUMMER PROGRAM—SAVE THE DATES We are proud to once again offer a summer program for students who will be in Grades 6/7/8 for the 2019/20 school year. This program is available to registered (as of February 1, 2019) St. Michael families.

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During the Easter Season, our sanctuary and building are beautifully decorated with flowers. This beauty reflects the wonderful memories of loved ones and appreciation of God’s greatness from our parish community. We thank you all.

IN LOVING MEMORY OF FROM Our Deceased Parents Rick and Laura Taylor Frank and Mary Ruggirello Daughter and family Robert Kisell Evelyn Kisell Pugliese Family Fred and Cecilia Neme Walt and Tina Garbacz Walter and Mary Garbacz Walt and Tina Garbacz Members of the Pruzinsky and Van Goethem Families Betty Joseph A. Karam Elly Karam Dale Nadlicki Barbara Brandimarte Brandimarte Family Michael and Barbara Brandimarte Floyd Beaudette Wife and children Gillette and Mecha Families Connie Gillette James, Florence, and Tom Gillette Connie Gillette Santina Vano The Rinaldi Family Barbara Iske Jeanette Tundo Betty and Robert Waddell Jr. Daughter David James and Louis Morin Linda James Sison and Rayos Families Mr. and Mrs. Graciano Sison Joseph Petrowski Louise Snyder Adolph and Ann Bulgarelli Norine Engh Wilbert and Elizabeth Lahey Margaret Castiglione Mom, Dad, Floyd, Christine, and Nick Merouse Barbara Merouse The Deceased of the Schraut/Snodgrass Families Pete and Peggy Snodgrass Our Parents Brian and Sue Johnston John Whaley and Shirley and Richard Isbell Nancy Whaley Giuseppe and Rosa Cusumano and Salvotore Orlando Family Chester and Francesca Broniszewski Linda and Mark Albert, Katherine, and Verna Blodgette and Russel and Catherine Vorpagel John and Claudia Vorpagel Susie Pasteiner Mother, Jeannie Bob and Marge Hancock Sheryl and Chris John, Rose, and Gino Tundo Jeanette Tundo Jack Shire Wife and family Thomas Gibala, Jr. The Shire Family The George Family, The Haberer Family Judy Paige, and Jenna Butler Mr. and Mrs. George Haberer Tracy Clarke The Deisler Family

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The apostle, Paul, wrote two letters to a young man, Timothy. Timothy was converted by Paul and accompanied him on some of his journeys. In Paul’s first letter to Timothy, he tells him, Let no one look down upon you because of your youth, but set an example for those who believe, in speech,

conduct, love, faith, and purity. (I Timothy 4.12). Bearing all this in mind, the youth ministers from the Bluewater, North and Central Macomb vicariates gathered on March 10 to honor well over 100 teens who have led by example. Teens from the vicariate parishes were nominated for the award based upon their service to their parish, community, family, and school. A number of criteria had to be met by the nominees in order to receive the award and letters of recommendation had to be written. I am pleased to announce that there are four (4) teens from St. Michael who received a Timothy Award. Theresa DeBenedetti is a junior at Henry Ford II High School. Theresa has a passion for service and a deep love for her family and faith. Theresa lends her talents to the community by proclaiming God’s word on Sundays as a lector; she has been especially instrumental in the Good Friday Liturgy. Throughout the course of the year she is involved in our FLT program (Religious Ed) by assisting with Children’s Liturgy of the Word and our summer religious education classes. Theresa is also the assistant Sunday School Teacher. Additionally, she has assisted the youth group with their Poinsettia Sales and Souper Bowl of Caring. One of the coolest things Theresa has done is to create and maintain a faith-blog, “Dwelling With The Spirit,” which offers neat and inspirational reflections to believers of all ages. At school Theresa is the editor of the school newspaper, is actively involved in drama, and is the dance captain for the musical. Theresa continuously strives to understand her faith by committing unselfishly of her time when asked to help. Brandon Manuszak is in the 10th grade at Utica High School. Brandon is a “quiet leader” whose service and activities greatly benefit those around him. At St. Michael, Brandon participates in the handbell choir, is a greeter, a lector, an altar server, and a very active member of the youth group. He has assisted with sorting food at Gleaners, delivering donations to Freedom House-Detroit, Souper Bowl of Caring, and MCREST shelter week. Brandon is a member of Boy Scout Troop 156 and acts as a patrol leader and instructor for his troop. With the Scouts, he has volunteered in a number of activities ranging from Memorial and Veteran’s Day ceremonies to mentoring younger Scouts at various events. Brandon

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recently achieved the rank of Eagle Scout! At his school, Brandon is a Student Council Member and a member of “Students Taking Action Together in Christ.” Brandon has learned very quickly the values of responsibility, commitment and patience which are very endearing to others. Elizabeth Manuszak is in the 9th grade at Shelby Junior High and the Utica Center for Math, Science, and Technology. Elizabeth is a very active member of the St. Michael Youth Group and is the Youth Representative for the St. Michael Pastoral Council. She is always willing to lend a helping hand whether it’s with preparing and selling our Easter chocolate, assisting at the poinsettia sale, or working with the Pastoral Staff on various projects. Elizabeth assisted in the collection of food and monetary donations for our food baskets for our brothers and sisters at St. Luke’s Neighborhood outreach in Detroit. She has lent her talents to our faith community by participating in the handbell choir as well as being a greeter, lector, and altar server. Additionally, she played an important role in collecting money during Souper Bowl of Caring to benefit our brothers and sisters who are in need. Elizabeth volunteers for MCREST and Gleaners. At school, Elizabeth is student council president, a member of “Students Taking Action Together in Christ,” and assists with numerous activities to benefit her classmates at school. As a young woman, Elizabeth has matured in her Christian faith and dedicates herself to the service or God, family, and community. Mary Watanabe is a freshman at Chippewa Valley High School. As a member of St. Michael Catholic Community, Mary has shown outstanding qualities in service, leadership, and commitment to the community. She is very involved with youth ministry and religious education; she assists with Children’s’ Liturgy of the Word and has participated in Souper Bowl of Caring, Poinsettia Sales and the Easter Candy Project. In the wider community, Mary has volunteered at Gleaners and helped residents play bingo at a Senior Living Center. Mary

has a passion for Social Justice particularly in the areas of Immigration and Equality and has participated in various rallies related to these issues. She has participated in Summer in the City providing free child care service and helped deliver donations to Freedom House-Detroit. At school Mary is the treasurer for Student Council and past-president of the National Junior Honors Society. Mary’s thoughts and actions show evidence of a mature young woman.

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Last weekend was just fantastic. I love the homilies with Fr. Mike and Mark Kilgore and the Social Hall set up that the Parish Nurses had was informative and educational. I hope that we all walked away from that weekend with something that we can move forward with, if not for ourselves or our own families, maybe we can help someone else that we know that is facing addiction. I hope that at a minimum we all came away with the understanding that addiction is not a choice, it’s a disease and we are called to help wherever and whenever we can. I know I will never look at addiction or someone that is addicted to drugs or alcohol in the same way again. I am so proud that St. Michael Catholic Community has the courage to stand up and face the crisis of addiction head on. Thursday evenings have turned into busy times here at St. Michael. The Road to Emmaus Lenten Bible Study and our Lenten Communion services are drawing larger and larger numbers of people. If you haven’t attended, I encourage you to consider doing so, it’s such an inspirational and meaningful Lenten activity to give Thursday nights up to God. The Road to Emmaus starts at 6:00pm and is followed by the Communion Service at 7:00pm. Even if you have not yet attended, it’s never too late. All are welcome and we sincerely mean that! So, we are getting ready for Holy Week, the positions of Commentator, Lector and EM Captains have been filled and the choir is practicing hard. Lent/Easter is such a special time here at St. Michael. It’s truly amazing to see the staff and volunteers come together to make the liturgies and all the Lenten/Easter activities meaningful. For a Church our size, we have a very small full-time staff, most people at other churches can’t believe what we pull off with only 7 full time staff members (not including Fr. Mike and Fr. Tim) and 5 part time staff members. The reason we can do it is you, the parishioners, who volunteer and offer help and assistance in so many ways I don’t think I could list them all. Just the Commentators, Lectors and EM Captains ministry has 88 volunteers that work hard to bring the liturgy to you every week as well as the 10 members of the Worship Commission who are always working to make things better, to find and develop new ways to make our liturgies more meaningful to bring us all closer to God. If you haven’t already, consider being a part of the volunteer army as needs arise. I feel the need, given this latest terrorist event in New Zealand and all the weather-related disasters we seem to be facing, to discuss how we respond and deal with disasters. I found this article that I want to share with you. Coping With Disaster A disaster of any size will cause unusual stress in people who have been directly and indirectly impacted by it. Each person will react differently and a range of responses to a disaster are normal and to be expected. Emotional responses to disasters can appear immediately or sometimes months later. Understanding what you’re feeling and taking positive steps can help you cope with this disaster. Here are some common responses to disasters: Responses to Disaster · Disbelief and shock · Fear and anxiety about the future · Disorientation, apathy and emotional numbing · Irritability and anger · Sadness and depression

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· Feeling powerless · Extreme hunger or lack of appetite · Difficulty making decisions · Crying for “no apparent reason” · Headaches and stomach problems · Difficulty sleeping · Excessive drinking or drug use Most of these reactions will decrease as time passes and you focus attention on daily activities. Because everyone experiences stress differently, don’t compare your progress with others around you or judge other people’s reactions and emotions. What You Can Do · Talk about it. Not expressing your feelings will keep you from being able to work through

what happened. By talking with others, you will relieve stress and realize that other people share your feelings.

· Get plenty of rest and exercise. Remember to eat well. Avoid excessive drinking and risk-taking activities.

· Spend time with your family. If you have any children, encourage them to discuss their concerns and feelings with you.

· As soon as it feels comfortable, go back to your usual routine. · Do things that you find relaxing and soothing. · Recall other times you have experienced strong emotions and how they were resolved. · Do something positive that will help you gain a greater sense of control (for example,

give blood, take a first aid class or donate food or clothing). · If you feel overwhelmed by the disaster, ask for help. It’s not a sign of weakness. Talk

with a trusted relative, friend, social worker, or clergy member. If you have strong feelings that won’t go away or if you are troubled for longer than four to six weeks, you may want to seek professional help. People who have existing mental health problems and those who have survived past trauma may also want to check in with a mental health care professional. Being unable to manage your responses to the disaster and resume your regular activities may be symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a real and treatable illness. Help is available. Additional Resources The Disaster Distress Helpline (DDH) is a national hotline dedicated to providing year-round disaster crisis counseling. This toll-free, multilingual, crisis support service is available 24/7 via telephone (1-800-985-5990) and SMS (text ‘TalkWithUs’ to 66746) to residents in the U.S. and its territories who are experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters. Callers and texters are connected to trained and caring professionals from a network of crisis centers across the country. Helpline staff provide supportive counseling, including information on common stress reactions and healthy coping, as well as referrals to local disaster-related resources for follow-up care and support. Visit http://disasterdistress.samhsa.gov for additional information and resources related to disaster behavioral health.

God Bless, Deacon Franz

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DO YOU WANT TO BE A HUNGER HERO?

Come join our St. Michael Team at Gleaners Community

Food Bank

Saturday, April 6th from 8:45 am – 11:30 am

Gleaners Community Food Bank is the largest nonprofit organization providing food for our hungry neighbors in

Southeastern Michigan. This is a great opportunity for all ages, especially someone who wants to help us fight hunger. Gleaners is located at 24162 Mound Road in Warren (behind the Salvation Army Building at 24140 Mound but Gleaners is not visible from the street) where we will meet. We can take between 30-40 people on our team, so please contact Carol Bontomasi at (586) 247-2159, Don Harris at (586) 322-8261 or Joann Zaleski at (586) 739-3691 to reserve your spot and join the fun!

God of Hope, We encounter you in community.

Call to Family, Community and Participation

Humans are social by nature. We need each other. Like the early disciples, we are called to come together and grow as a

community-in our classrooms, church and families.

Christyan DhathCroos is from a farming village in Sri Lanka, but he spent half of his life in India. He and his family fled there during Sri Lanka’s civil war. He was only 14 years old when they left, now returning to his homeland at 30, Christyan and the family found their farm in shambles covered in trees and filled with rocks. Now with a wife and family to provide for, Christyan needed help. CRS is helping to clear overgrown sections of farmland and ensuring those farms have access to water to grow rice, pumpkin and peanuts.

Since Christyan’s family was always fleeing violence during the war, no one in his family has finished their education. Today he is confident his children will fulfill their dreams, especially his 4-year old son in private Catholic preschool, schooling is paid with the profits from the family’s farm. He’s also making sure his family understands the importance of helping others. “When we had nothing, CRS came and helped us, and now we have what we need. We should help others too.”

How can you assist refugees in your community to rebuild their lives?

“For as in one body we have many parts, and all the parts do not have the

same function, so we, though many, are one body in Christ and individually parts of one another.”

~ Romans 12:4-5

Please remember in your prayers those who have died. Edward Joseph Bouhana, age 66, died February 27. Dearest brother of Jeanette Azar. James “Seamus” McKenna, age 88, died March 6. Loving husband of Maire. Dearest father of Patrick (Karen), Mairead (David) Szparaga, James (Michelle), and Brian. Dear grandfather of eleven and great-grandfather of two.

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The St. Michael Knights of Columbus Council #13799 is awarding $1,500 scholarships to two high school graduating seniors, Class of 2019, who plan to continue their education at a university, college, or vocational school.

Scholarship application forms are available in the Parish Office. All required information is explained on the application. The deadline to submit an application for 2019 is 3pm on Friday, March 29, 2019. Completed applications are to be submitted to the Parish Office. Late or incomplete applications will not be eligible for consideration. Please note that the application and documents will not be returned to you. Please make copies of your application and required documents to keep for your records.

This scholarship is open to registered members of St. Michael Catholic Community.

In keeping with our tradition, Easter Flower envelopes are once again available in the bookcases in both gathering areas. For many of us it has

become an Easter custom to contribute to the holiday decorations as a way to remember a loved one or as a sign of

thanksgiving for all that God has given us. Everyone is invited to participate in our joyous Easter celebration by filling the church

with beautiful, sun-kissed flowers, celebrating the new life we share in

the Risen Christ.

Easter Flowers

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SATURDAY, MARCH 23 4:30pm Sean Michael McLain requested by mom and dad Ernest Hornung requested by the Nevens Family Bridget Skwarczewski requested by mom and dad Maria and Ralph Sabatini requested by Dora and Leo Centofanti Bernard and Ann Herrin requested by family Lenora Parker requested by Dave and Laura SUNDAY, MARCH 24 8:00am Deceased members of the Joseph Ferrante and Paul Matta Families requested by Rose (Matta) Ferrante Dolores and Robert Gorin requested by family Linda and Sophia Popa requested by Norman Popa Tom Guibord requested by Ken and Marian McDonald Betty and Robert Waddell Jr. requested by daughter 9:45am Alan Tozzi requested by Tom and Mary Ann Wassel Honoring Immaculate Heart of Mary requested by Sally Durzo Mary Margiewicz 3rd Anniversary requested by the Osantowski Family Edith Sharion requested by Dorothy Miner and family Margaret Wagner requested by Dorothy Miner and family Robert DeRey requested by Mary DeRey Special Intentions of St. Michael Parishioners Special Intentions for Deacon Jerry Campernel requested by Deacon Franz and Arlene Hoffer 11:30am Francesca Broniszewski requested by family Dale Wennerstrom requested by family Tony Trentacoste requested by wife Betty Ann Caruso requested by Janice Cangelosi

MONDAY, MARCH 25 9:30am The Robin Family requested by mom Leo Inda requested by family Lavinia and Phillip Perfetti Birthday Remembrance requested by Antonino Albino

TUESDAY, MARCH 26 9:30am Salvatore Orlando requested by Mike and Lia Orlando Andrew Macko 7th Anniversary requested by wife, Shirley Billy Jennison requested by mom Special Intentions for Joanne Twige requested the Mt. Carmel Rosary Prayer Group

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27 9:30am Florence Gillette 5th Anniversary requested by daughter Leo Amatangelo requested by daughters

THURSDAY, MARCH 28 COMMUNION SERVICE 7:00pm FRIDAY, MARCH 29 9:30am Florence Ann Ash 10th Anniversary requested by Ralph Giuseppa Maria Albino Todaro and family requested by Antonina Albino SATURDAY, MARCH 30 4:30pm Sean Michael McLain requested by mom and dad Bridget Skwarczewski requested by mom and dad Haley Nardoni 1st Anniversary requested by the Nardoni Family Tom Zebula requested by Clare Fortune Ernest Hornung requested by Sharon and Mike Yeiser SUNDAY, MARCH 31 8:00am Deceased members of the Joseph Ferrante and Paul Matta Families requested by Rose (Matta) Ferrante Ronald Neff 4th Anniversary requested by wife Linda and Sophia Popa requested by Norman Popa Gasper Messina Birthday Remembrance requested by children Stephanie Laske Birthday Remembrance requested by Roger Laske Michael Zerilli requested by wife and children 9:45am Charlie Bommarito requested by wife Ernest Hornung requested by the Quaine Family 11:30am Mario DiNello requested by Rita and Mario Ceccaci Special Intentions for Tony Trentacoste requested by wife

Rest in Peace

We extend our prayers and sympathy to the families of

Kenneth Arnold Grace Catalfio

James McKenna Dr. Renato Papa

Gloria Smith Jeanne Spohn

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Time Presider Commentator Lectors E.M. Captains Cantor/Choir Greeters

4:30pm Fr. Mike Brian Downey Nancy Smith Nancie Whaley

Kim Downey Dan Dych

Joe Sant Felicia & Katelyn Allen, Trinity Powell Catherine Tropf Lucy Vance Deborah Winalis

8:00am Fr. Mike Deacon Franz

Barb Knapp David Pranger Janice Osantowski

Mary Lou LaTorre Dave Overholser

Carrie Kulasa Janice Przywara

Christine & Gerald Pokrywka Larry & Rosaria Saynay

9:45am Fr. Tim Deacon Franz

Kathy Best Theresa DeBenedetti Kayla Wouters

Virginia Chadwick Classical Choir Brenda and Robert Congdon Eric & Shannon Corbin

11:30am Fr. Tim Anna DiCicco John Takle Judith Heck

Carolyn Taylor Jim Taylor

Arlene Hoffer Betty Chiaverotti Ann DeMeulemeester Annemarie Dlubala Rosanne Stepien

Monday, March 25 9:30am Mass 11:30am Senior MeeEng 6:30pm Youth Group Easter Candy Project

Tuesday, March 26 9:00am Moms in Prayer 9:30am Mass 7:00pm K of C Monthly MeeEng (Officer’s Only) 7:00pm Bible Study Wednesday, March 27 9:30am Mass 12:00pm AA MeeEng 5:15pm Youth Bells 6:00pm Adult Bells 7:00pm AA Women’s Group 7:00pm Adult Choir Rehearsal

Thursday, March 28 9:00am Communion Service 9:30am Modern Faith Discussion 1:00pm KraUer’s Korner 7:00pm Communion Service 7:30pm AA MeeEng Friday, March 29 9:30am Mass Saturday, March 30 10:00am AA MeeEng 3:00pm ReconciliaEon 4:30pm Mass 8:00pm AA MeeEng Sunday, March 31 8:00am Mass 9:45am Mass 11:30am Mass

· This weekend is the Knights of Columbus Membership Drive.

· Next weekend is the Knights of Columbus Ham/Kielbasa Sale.

Call the Parish Office at 586-247-0020 to add or remove a name from the Prayer List. Names will remain on the list for 4 weeks.

Betty Corte Sally Durzo

Andy Galante Theresa Gallo

Lorraine Mansky Phyllis Marek Leo Mitchell

Tali Rose Gloria Smith Patty Takle

Alton Barnes Emilio Coletti Austin Davis

Virginia Brancaleone

Chris Rubino

Sophie Brudzniski Vince Coscione

O.D. Davis Jane Gall

Ann Marie Gherardini Laura Harper Bill Kellstrom

Angelina Lo Mednico Ronald Mattei Judith Poterek

Keiko Smith Marietta Trella

Tony Trentacoste Adeline Wesley Marilyn Woods

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Scripture Readings

Sunday: Ex 3:1-8a, 13-15/Ps 103:1-2, 3-4, 6-7, 8, 11 [8a]/1 Cor 10:1-6, 10-12/Lk 13:1-9 Monday: Is 7:10-14; 8:10/Ps 40:7-8, 8b-9, 10, 11 [8a, 9a]/Heb 10:4-10/Lk 1:26-38 Tuesday: Dn 3:25, 34-43/Ps 25:4-5ab, 6 and 7bc, 8-9 [6a]/Mt 18:21-35 Wednesday: Dt 4:1, 5-9/Ps 147:12-13, 15-16, 19-20 [12a]/Mt 5:17-19 Thursday: Jer 7:23-28/Ps 95:1-2, 6-7, 8-9 [8]/Lk 11:14-23 Friday: Hos 14:2-10/Ps 81:6c-8a, 8bc-9, 10-11ab, 14 and 17 [cf. 11 and 9a]/Mk 12:28-34 Saturday: Hos 6:1-6/Ps 51:3-4, 18-19, 20-21ab [cf. Hos 6:6]/Lk 18:9-14 Next Sunday: Jos 5:9a, 10-12/Ps 34:2-3, 4-5, 6-7 [9a]/2 Cor 5:17-21/Lk 15:1-3, 11-32

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HABITAT FOR HUMANITY GEORGE HABERER 586-263-5034

HEAD USHERS KEITH MCKENZIE AND LARRY JORDON 4:30PM

BERNARD MARTIN 8:00AM

ELIO PARENTI & NORM PURZYCKI 9:45AM

PETER EPSHA 11:30AM

586-566-4495 INTERFAITH VOLUNTEER CAREGIVERS

HOTLINE

OFFICE HOURS MON-THURS: 8AM-3:30PM

VIRGINIA CHADWICK EDUCATION SUE RAKOWSKI CHRISTIAN SERVICE JEANNE KELLY STEWARDSHIP ROBERT MURPHY EVANGELIZATION

ANN MARIE GHERARDINI VICARIATE REP MATTEO FOGLIA YOUTH REP ELIZABETH MANUSZAK YOUTH REP

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Meeting/Activity/Event Date Time Location

Monthly Officer’s MeeEng Tuesday, March 26 7pm Social Hall

Annual MI Tootsie Roll Drive (See Mark Tuscany for volunteer

slots available or use Signup Genius app.)

March 29-31 Various Times

Kroger at Schoenherr/Canal

Monthly General Business MeeEng

(Please bring Red Bag Project items, we need to average 87 lbs.

to reach our goal.)

Tuesday, April 9 7pm Social Hall

Annual MI Tootsie Roll Drive (See Mark Tuscany for volunteer

slots available or use Signup Genius app.)

April 12-14 Various Times

Various LocaEons

Monthly Officer’s MeeEng Tuesday, April 23 7pm Social Hall

Charity Poker Event (See Dan Orban or Mark Brickman for

volunteer slots available.)

April 29-May 2 Ciccarelli’s at Hayes/21 Mile Road

Camp Ozanam/ Stapleton Clean Up (We will meet

for breakfast then carpool to Lexington.)

Saturday, May 4 7am Lexington, MI

Knights of Columbus Council 13799

www.kofc13799.com

40680 Hayes Rd. (S. of 18 Mile Rd.)

586-412-8200www.carlospizza18hayes.com

1st Place Winner at St. Michael CatholicCommunity’s 2014 & 2015 Pizzapalooza

JIM PAULEY PLUMBINGELECTRIC SEWER &DRAIN CLEANING

Repairs • RemodelingGuaranteed Work • Master Plumber

Free Estimates • Senior RatesCall Jim 586-296-3109

10% COUPON

Guzzardo CHIROPRACTIC CENTERLifetime Family Wellness586-286-6616

www.guzzardochiropractic.com39725 GarfieldClinton Twp.

Nicholas Leone & Associates, P.C.

Vision is a Special Gift -Protect it with Good Eye Care.39400 Garfield, Suite 103Clinton Twp., MI 48038

(586) 286-6550Nicholas leoNe, M.D.

ophthalMologist

THIS SPACE IS

GARFIELD &CANAL SERVICE

(586) 286-1357Complete Automotive Repair24 Hour Road Service & Towing

16933 Canal Road Clinton Township, MIJust east of Garfield Road

www.GarfieldandCanalService.com

ROBERT G. MOBLEY, MD, PC - OphthalmologistExecutive Square • 42524 Hayes Rd, Ste 400

Clinton Twp, MI 48038 QUALITY PERSONAL EYE CARE

LAKESIDE OPHTHALMOLOGY CENTER

263-1168

Approved Auto Repair

Since1958

CUSTOM HOMEPAINTING

Interiors & ExteriorsSatisfaction Guaranteed(586) 549-7819

Senior Discount

Wasik Funeral Home Over 100 Years of Family Service Since 1904

www.wasikfuneralhome.com11470 13 Mile, West of Hoover

Warren, Michigan751-3131

49150 Schoenherr Rd., North of 22 MileShelby Township, MI 48315

532-8600

DOWNEY’S PLUMBING

All Types of Plumbing RepairsSewers Cleaned Electrically

24 Hour Service • 10% Senior Disc.VISA/MC/Discover Accepted— (586) 775-2441 —

Licensed Master Plumber

3-D-4-2 For ad info. call 1-800-477-4574 • www.4lpi.com 14-0317

Two Girls And A Bucket, Inc.Unique Cleaning Services

New Construction,Commercial, Residential

Bonded & Insured586-726-9944586-255-3264

DENNIS OLE PAINTING Interior & Exterior Drywall, Staining, Basements, Cabinets, Flooring, Decks, Kitchens & Wallpaper Call Dennis for Free Estimates 586-786-0254

– LANDSCAPE & DESIGN –Shrub & Tree Trimming • Property Maintenance

586-876-5504www.groundscape-inc.com

MACOMBDUMPSTERRENTAL.COM • Driveway Safe • Rubber Wheels

586-709-89845-10-15-20 Yard Dumpsters

Contact Dave Polansky to place an ad today! dpolansky@4LPi.com or (800) 477-4574 x6326

Danny L. Stokes llRealtor • Parishioner

586-201-1309 • 586-979-4200dstokes@kw.com

35427 Dodge Park Rd. • Sterling Hts.

Michigan’s #1 seo &Web Design coMpany

Onsite it RemOte it seRvices seRvices

DaviD glaeser586-764-3392

WWW.DMgcoMputer.coM

Blessed aregroups that share.

C O M M U N I O N S C O N F I R M A T I O N S

B A P T I S M S R E H E A R S A L D I N N E R S

B R I D A L S H O W E R S

B U C A D I B E P P O . C O M 8 4 4 - E A T - B U C A

586-263-0330Wendy Sliger, Agent

Auto • HomeLife • Health

Financial Services

ELECTRICAL REPAIR SERVICE• 110 & 220 Line to Breaker Box• Light Fixture & Ceiling Fan• GFI Switch & Plugs Licensed & Insured • Parishioner

(586) 344-2691

Your Pandora Jewelry SourceCharms, Beads, Bracelets, Earrings, Necklaces and More!

28525 HARPER ST. CLAIR SHORES 586-774-2100

Catherine M. Osiniski Dinka, DDSJohn D. Dinka, DDS

Family Dentistry 586-939-5800 35100TiffanyDr. Sterling Heights

SCHIMANSKI HEATING AND COOLING

Mechanical ContractorSales and Service

FREE Estimates 586-690-7505

43409 Schoenherr Road, Sterling Heights, MI 48313586-226-2100 • www.summitfc.net

Bob’s Financial Plans Include: • Investment Management • Tax-Managed Retirement Income Planning • Medicare Supplemental & Prescription Drug Plans • Tax Preparation • Review of Wills and Trusts • College Funding Strategies • Auto/Homeowners Insurance

Investment Advisory Services offered through Summit Financial Consulting LLC, a Registered Investment Advisorin the State of Michigan. Insurance products and services are offered through Summit Financial Consulting, LLC.

Compliments of:

James W. Lavigne Attorney at Law

21231 Cass Ave.Clinton Twp., MI 48036

(586) 469-1900jim@vvlpc.com

Areas of PracticePersonal Injury

Real Estate • ContractsProbate-Wills-Trust

Business & CorporationsGuardianships

Powers of Attorney

Parish Member

Dr. Vasilios Gikas, D.O. “Welcoming New Patients” Beaumont Affiliated Physician www.silverpinedocs.com

43455 Schoenherr Ste. 2 15959 Hall Rd. Ste. 110 13467 23 Mile Rd. (586) 726-4823

(248) 542-7850$20.00 OFF any plumbing work

SEAL- RITEROOFING, SIDING &

INSULATION(586) 254-1400

Visit Our Showroom51875 Schoenherr, Shelby Twp.

586-992-0100www.homeinstead.com/535

3-D-4-2 For ad info. call 1-800-477-4574 • www.4lpi.com 14-0317

Plumbing? Sewer? Drain Problems? ... We Can Help

$20 OFF ANY SERVICE586-298-2380 • WaterWorkPlumbing.com

24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICELicensed & Insured Master PlumberSENIOR DISCOUNTS

27830 Gratiot Ave. • Roseville 28433 Jefferson Ave. • St. Clair Shores 35201 Garfield Rd. • Clinton Twp. 586.775.1911 586.775.2424 586.792.5000

Serving our Communities Since 1927www.kaulfuneralhome.com

For The Most Reasonably Priced & Friendliest Service In Town

AUSTIN PLUMBINGSewer/drain cleaning, plumbing repair

and other general plumbing needs.Free Estimates

Emergency/After Hours Available*

Call Steve Seamans586-855-1937

586-247-6600 | www.expertpaintinginc.com

35 years experienceResidential

Commercial Interior & Exterior • Drywall/Plaster Repairs • Power-washing

Wallpaper Removal • Exterior Wood replacement Senior Discounts, Licensed & Insured

RESURRECTION Funeral Home “Serving the Catholic Community” Rebecca Manzella, Manager Hayes Rd. at 18 Mile Rd. • (586) 412-3000

ALL PRO

Call John (586) 776-5167

New & Repairs

Licensed& Insured

Roofing • Gutters • Siding • Brickwork Professional Reasonable Senior DiscountsOver 44 Years... Same Owner, Same Phone Number

Golden Care Group Homewhere love and comfort abound...

586-213-5008www.goldencaregrouphome.com

ST. MARYcatholic school

Mt. cleMeNs

Preschool and Kindergarten through 8th Grade

2 Union Street, Mount Clemens586-468-4570

www.stmarymtclemens.coman investment in your child’s future...

For more information contact rsvp@ccsem.org or 248-537-3300 ext. 3941.

What Better Way To Sacrifice Is There Than Volunteering Your Time?

The Retired & Senior Volunteer Program has 400 members serving at schools, hospitals, food pantries, etc. This free service finds adults 55 and older with a fulfilling opportunity.

We help those in need in the community but also, seniors who volunteer consistently self -report that they are happier, healthier and live longer lives. Volunteers enrich their lives by staying physically, socially and emotionally active.

1-800-VERHEYDEN1-800-837-4393

www.verheyden.org

“The Same Always to All”warren

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