| 25225 Code Rd., Southfield, MI 48033
| 248-356-8787
We are a Franciscan Body of Christ embracing all people through liturgy and service.
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You are invited to:
Sip and Snack with the Sunday Readings
Wednesday, September 18 at 7pm
Our Mother of Perpetual Help, Oak Park (Gathering Area)
13500 Oak Park Blvd., Oak Park, Michigan
Sip and Snack with the Sunday Readings at 7pm in the Oak Park Gathering Area
Join us as we gather for this new program. This is not a bible study. It is an opportunity for us to gather, enjoy some beverages and light refreshments, listen to the scripture readings for the upcoming Sunday, and then have small group discussions about the readings. No need to bring anything other than yourselves and perhaps a friend or two.
Family Sent on MissionSecond Annual Family of Parishes PicnicSeptember 8, 2024 1-3pmat Catalpa Oaks Park27705 Greenfield Rd., Southfield, MI(Southwest Corner of Greenfield and Catalpa)All Food and Beverages will be provided. We will have games for kids and adults. Take this opportunity to have some fun and meet people from our four parishes—Church of the Transfiguration, Divine Providence, Our Lady of La Salette and Our Mother of Perpetual Help. There is limited seating under the Pavilion so bring a lawn chair. |
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WEEKEND MASS SCHEDULE
Saturday Vigil Mass: 4:30 p.m.
Sunday: 8:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
WEEKDAY MASS
Monday - Friday: 12:00 p.m. (Noon)
(Church doors open at 11:30 a.m., except on Tuesday - doors open at 9:30 a.m.)
RECONCILIATION
Tuesday: 10:30 a.m.
Saturday: 12:00 p.m. (Noon)
(Church doors open at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday)
Parish Registration
Registration forms can be found in the Gathering Room and the Parish Office.
Sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation and Marriage
Arrangements can be made by contacting the Parish Office.
Funeral
When a loved one passes away, please contact the Parish Office regarding funeral arrangements.
September 7- 9, 2024
23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
![]() Sunday, September 8
World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly
Family of Parishes Picnic, 1-3 PM, Catalpa Oaks Park
27705 Greenfield
Games for kids and adults.
Please do not bring any food!
Limited seating in pavilion; bring a lawn chair!
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Fr. Jeff away for a family wedding
September 12-14
Family of Parishes
All Staff Gathering
Wednesday, September 11
Mass at St. Anne Mead
Friday, September 12, 10 AM
Divine Providence Lithuanian
Rummage Sale
Thursday, September 12, 10am-5pm
Friday, September 13, 10am-5pm
Saturday, September 14,10am-2pm
Catechetical Sunday
September 15
Blessing of Catechists, 11:00 Mass
Mass at Sterling Place Senior Residence
Monday, September 16, 1:30 PM
Sip and Snack -Sunday Readings Reflection
Wednesday, September 18, 7 PM
Our Mother of Perpetual Help, Oak Park
Men's Discussion
Saturday, September 21, 9 AM
(Moved from September 14)
Start of Religious Education classes
Sunday, September 22, 9:30 AM
Family Pastoral Council
Monday, September 23, 7 PM
Special Family Mass
Tuesday, September 24, 7 PM
Our Mother of Perpetual Help, Oak Park
These masses were previously held
at the Saturday Vigil Mass
but now changed to a weekday
so that the priests can participate
Presentation on the Synod 2024 Working Document
Tuesday, October 2, 7 PM
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![]() Season of Creation
September 1- October 4
Feast of the Stigmata of St. Francis
September 17
800 years ago this year! (1224)
Transitus of St. Francis
October 3, 7 PM
Remembrance of his death
Feast of St. Francis
October 4
Mass 12 PM
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![]() Coming in October! Mark your calendars now!
A Three Day Mission
A JOURNEY TO JOY
Performed by Actor Frank Runyeon
Frank is well known for his acting on TV shows in
As the Word Turns, (opposite Meg Ryan)
and Santa Barbara, General Hospital
with guest appearances on Falcon Crest, Melrose Place
All My Children and L.A. Law
For the last 25 years he has performed the Gospel
in a one man show throughout the country.
LUKE: STORIES ON THE ROAD
Our Mother of Perpetual Help Church in Oak Park, MI
Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at 7pm
SERMON ON THE MOUNT
Our Lady of LaSalette Church in Berkley, MI
Thursday, October 24, 2024, at 7pm
HOLLYWOOD vs. FAITH:
The Struggle to Live Faithfully in the Media Age
Divine Providence Lithuanian Church in Southfield, MI
Friday, October 25, 2024, at 7pm
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DIVINE PROVIDENCE’S PRAYER INTENTION
SEPTEMBER 2024 Mission Statement: We of the Divine Providence Lithuanian Parish
strive to be an open, welcoming and caring
Catholic community of believers
who are called to share, renew and grow in our faith,
love of God and one another.
Because we are an ethnic parish,
we strive to preserve our Lithuanian heritage
by promoting the use of the Lithuanian language in the church liturgy
and supporting Lithuanian cultural, educational and social activities
in the adjacent Cultural Center.
We embrace Jesus by following his teachings, values and examples,
and put our faith into action through service and outreach to those in need.
Prayer intention:
We pray that the Church will always remember that the Kingdom of God is already in the world
and that the power of the Holy Spirit is growing every day.
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![]() At Our Lady of LaSalette
The web page is up and running.
For more information, and to register and pay for the class(es) you want to take, please go to the parish Bible Study web page at lasalette-church.org/b
Catholic Biblical School of Michigan
Lean more and register for courses:
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![]() Communion to Homebound
The friars take communion to the homebound on the first Friday of the month (morning). If anyone wishes a visit, please let us know!
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Churches and other 501 (c) (3) institutions that qualify for tax-exempt status under the Internal Revenue Code are not permitted to be involved in partisan politics, including any expressions of preference, support for, or opposition to any specific candidates or political parties.
PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE ANY ELECTION RELATED MATERIALS IN CHURCH
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New COVID Liturgical Protocols
MARCH 3, 2022 UPDATE
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has announced that Michigan is entering a post-surge, recovery phase of the COVID-19 pandemic. Because this development, as well as recently updated information from the CDC, the Archdiocese of Detroit is making some adjustments to its guidelines for liturgies. We continue to see different levels of risk across the counties within the Archdiocese. Please check the CDC’s COVID-19 by County tool for information on the risk level of your county. In addition, here are some points to consider as you evaluate the best way to serve in your parish at this time:
· The Archdiocese of Detroit encourages Mass-goers, if they are at risk to wear face-coverings and to practice social distancing to reduce the potential of exposure to COVID-19
· The Archdiocese of Detroit recommends that each pastor/In Solidum team of priests should evaluate their location in the Archdiocese and implement the following protocols:
· Establish an area where social distancing may be observed, if needed
· Encourage masking and social distancing for those who are at risk
· Evaluate the need in your parish for those who distribute Holy Communion to wear face-coverings and use hand sanitizer
· Hang signage indicating masking and social distancing are encouraged for those who are at risk
· Ensure that hand sanitizer is available at church entrances
· The faithful are reminded that particular dispensations from the obligation to participate in Holy Mass remain in effect for people who are ill or who find themselves in other specific circumstances.
Particular Dispensation Information
Archbishop Vigneron announced that the general dispensation from the obligation to attend Mass on Sundays and Holy Days expired on Saturday, March 13, 2021. In its place, he has granted a number of particular dispensations for the faithful who may find themselves in specific circumstances.
Please read below for information about these specific dispensations and visit aod.org/comehometohope to learn more about how our parishes are working to keep everyone safe at Mass as well as tips and advice for inviting friends and family to attend Mass with you.
Considering the grave obligation we have of being physically present with our brothers and sisters at Mass on Sunday and Holy Days of Obligation for the Eucharist, each of us is asked to make a good and sincere judgement as to whether these circumstances apply or not. Where doubt or confusion persists, consult any priest for clarity.
While the general dispensation is removed, there are specific instances where the dispensation will continue, as well as those circumstances where there is no obligation in the first place. One does not have an obligation to attend Mass on Sunday in the following circumstances:
1. You are ill or your health condition would be significantly compromised if you were to contract a communicable illness (i.e., you have underlying conditions or are in a high-risk category). Please use the dispensation and do not attend Mass.
2. You exhibit flu-like symptoms. Please use the dispensation and do not attend Mass.
3. You have good reason to think you might be asymptomatic of a contagious illness (e.g., you were in recent contact with someone who tested positive for a contagious illness such as COVID or influenza). Please use the dispensation and do not attend Mass.
4. You care for the sick, homebound, or infirmed.
5. You are pregnant.
6. Those 65 years of age or older (per the CDC’s recommendation of high-risk individuals).
7. You cannot attend Mass through no fault of your own (e.g., no Mass is offered, you are infirmed, or, while wanting to go, you are prevented for some reason you cannot control (e.g., your ride did not show up, the church was at capacity).
8. If you have significant fear or anxiety of becoming ill by being at Mass.
For questions about the application of any of these, please contact your pastor.
These categories will be reviewed in due course and revised as needed.
Those within categories #1-8 above must still observe the Lord’s Day and are encouraged to spend time in prayer on Sunday, meditating on the Lord’s passion, death and resurrection; an excellent way to do this is through participating in a broadcast of the Sunday Mass.
Events
- Sep 10 2024 10:30 am - Reconciliation
- Sep 10 2024 12:30 pm - St. Anthony Devotions-following the Tuesday Noon Mass
- Sep 17 2024 10:30 am - Reconciliation
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