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(810) 231-9199
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Mission Statement
"As disciples of Jesus Christ,
we, the people of Holy Spirit Roman Catholic Church,
dedicate ourselves to living the Great Commandments to
"Love God with all our hearts, souls and minds..and to love our neighbor
as ourselves."
We will do this under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit,
committing ourselves to the teachings of Jesus Christ and His Church
by evangelization and education of all, beginning in our parish family
and then reaching out in loving service to our world."
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Prayer to the Holy Spirit
"Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful
and kindle in them the fire of your love.
Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created.
And You shall renew the face of the earth.
O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit,
did instruct the hearts of the faithful,
grant that by the same Holy Spirit
we may be truly wise and ever enjoy His consolations,
Through Christ Our Lord, Amen."
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From the Pastor's Desk
First off, Happy Father’s Day, dads. Sorry I couldn’t be with you, but I had an opportunity for a quick trip back to Pennsylvania. Thanks to Fr. Eric Weber (my classmate, seminary class of 2001) who covered for me this past weekend.
Best wishes for a great summer to another father, Fr. Richard Lobert, our fellow parishioner, who has headed for his annual summer escape on Cape Cod with his mom Jacqueline and his stepfather Bob. He plans to take his mother to France at some point later this summer, as she is continuously homesick for her native land.
You know, Fr. Lobert is a real treasure! He is so talented and dedicated and smart and we are so fortunate to have him with us. He is a great piano player and has recently taken up the cello. I told him before he left that I think he ought to provide us with a concert this fall. Maybe a fundraiser for the Lobert/Orsi Scholarship Fund. By the way, the Fr. Lobert “Ask me about Jesus” buttons are now available in our gift shop.
Our signed petition to have St Philomena put back on the saint calendar has been sent off to Rome. Her feast day used to be August 11th, the day of her birth into heaven. Information about the details of her life were little known and what we do know has come by way of a private revelation to a nun in the 19th century. Among the details was the fact that she was born on January 10th and martyred on August 11th.
A few years after St Philomena’s relics were discovered, they were delivered to the church in Mugnano, Italy, (where I was blessed to visit last year) and she arrived in town on August 11th. A few years after that, Blessed Pauline Jaricot, near death, traveled to Mugnano at the recommendation of St John Vianney (then a priest), hoping for a cure. When she got there, near dying, she was miraculously cured. Again, on August 11th. It was that particular miracle that got St Philomena declared a saint.
When I was at St Philomena’s shrine last year in Italy, I saw that it was in much need of repair. Fr Giovanni Braschi, rector of the shrine, has put out a worldwide appeal for help among all of the Philomena fans. If you would like to contribute to the cause, you can do so via www.philomenafamilyusa.com
Addenda:
Thanks to all who gave me birthday greetings at the end of May and anniversary cards in June as I celebrated my 12th year of priesthood.
Looking for some pictures of parishioners reading our Bulletin as they travel this summer!
Summer events here at Holy Spirit include the KofC Car Show – The Heavenly Cruz, The Young Adult Mass and Picnic and the Diocesan Lugnuts Game. I’ve also heard that plans may be underway for a trip down to the ol’ ballpark in the “D”.
Lastly, after a very long and frustrating effort, I finally sold my parents’ home in Dearborn. I plan to donate the proceeds to the building of our new Educational Center.
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For Sister Regina Mary and all the young women discerning vocations
"O Holy Spirit,
Spirit of wisdom and divine love,
impart to young women Your knowledge, understanding, and counsel
that they may know the vocation wherein they can best serve God.
Give them courage and strength to follow God's holy will.
Guide their uncertain steps,
strengthen their resolutions,
shield their chastity,
fashion their minds,
conquer their hearts,
and lead them to the vineyards
where they will labour in God's holy service.
Amen. "
For John Vinton, and for all those young men in the seminary as they discern their call to the priesthood:
"Eternal God,
Bless your Church with holy and faithful priests, deacons and brothers.
Form them in the likeness of your Son so that in him,
with him and through him
they may love you more deeply and serve you more faithfully,
always and everywhere. With Mary, we ask this through Christ our Lord.
Amen. "
For our sons and daughters now serving in the military:
"Lord,
Hold our sons and daughters in your loving hands as they serve.
Protect them as they protect us.
Bless them and their families,
for the selfless acts they perform each day for our country.
Grant us peace.
Amen"
(Note: Please keep John in your prayers as he travels to Avila, Spain for the month of July to continue his studies.)
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Fortnight For Freedom
June 21, 2013 – July 4, 2013
The Bishops of the United States have called all the faithful to celebrate a Fortnight for Freedom from June 21 - July 4, 2013.
This 14-day period will be in celebration of the many rights we enjoy as American citizens, and to patriotically pray for our nation.
For more information visit the Fortnight for Freedom page at the website of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.
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Young Adult Mass and Picnic
Sunday, July 14, 2013
Those 18 to 38 years old please join us
at 2:00pm, Sunday, July 14, 2013 at Holy Spirit Church, 9565 Musch Road & Winans Lk Road, Brighton for a Young Adult Mass and Picnic.
Rev. John Rocus, Rev. John Linden and other recently ordained priests of the Diocese of Lansing will preside at Mass (2:00pm) followed by adoration
Pinic to follow afterwards, please bring a dish to pass.
The Diocese will provide hot dogs, brats and buns and non-alcoholic beverages.
Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball with organized tournament of various young adult groups.
Co-Sponsored by Diocese of Lansing Offices of Young Adult, Vocations, Campus Ministry and Generation Christ, St. Thomas the Apostle, Ann Arbor.
There will be a freewill offering taken during mass to benefit Mother Teresa House and the Laboure Society.
Please RSVP by July 8, 2013 by phone to 517-342-2555 or via e-mail to:
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2013 Bishop's Golf Classic for Seminarian Education
The 2013 Bishop's Golf Classic for Seminarian Education will be at
Hawk Hollow and Eagle Eye golf clubs.
For registration and sponsorships call (517) 342-2535 or (517) 342-2503, or email
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For more info visit: www.dioceseoflansing.org/bishops_golf_classic
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"In whatever state a soul may be, it ought to pray.
A soul which is pure and beautiful must pray, or else it will lose its beauty;
a soul which is striving after this purity must pray, or else it will never attain it;
a soul which is newly ...converted must pray, or else it will fall again;
a sinful soul, plunged in sins, must pray so that it might rise again.
There is no soul which is not bound to pray,
for every single grace comes to the soul through prayer."
- St Faustina Kowalska
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Holy Spirit School Tuition Fund Assistance
We are in the process of awarding financial assistance to school families for the 2013-2014 school year. Many of our current and prospective families are facing a difficult decision demanding great sacrifices in order to provide the Catholic education they desire for their children. The current need for financial assistance outweighs our current fund.
We humbly ask that you prayerfully consider a donation to our Tuition Assistance Fund. Many of these families in need financially, have contributed very much of their time and talent and they ensure the future of our parish and the Church.
We thank you once again for your generosity and, as always, your past support and consideration of this request. Any gift, no matter how small, will be appreciated. You and your intentions remain in our prayers and may God bless you abundantly for your faithful generosity to His Kingdom.
In Christ, through Mary,
Mrs. Anna M. Loewe, Principal
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HOLY SPIRIT GIFT & BOOKSTORE
Open M-F 10:00am - 4:00pm
Inside Holy Spirit Catholic Church on Winans Lk & Musch Rds in Brighton, Michigan,
is a well-stocked religious book and gift store! Come and browse through the shelves of books,
find that special rosary or medal, or a holy card of a favorite saint to tuck into a new book.
Statuary large and small, cards for all occasions, Cd's and Dvd's available too.
The shelves are stocked with new books and DVD's. Here's a few:
Veggie Tales
The New St Joseph Sunday Missal
The Scepter Daily Missal with English and Latin Order of the Mass
First Communion Bible from St Benedict Press
Brother Francis DVD's for children
Fr Theodore Book's "Inside the Mass: A Spiritual Reflection"
Fr Francis Fernandez-Carvajal "Healing Your Soul's Sadness"
We even have Mystic Monk Coffee and chocolate covered caramels!
Our recommended Book of the Month is "Hallowed Be This House, Finding Signs of Heaven in Your Home"
The store is open Daily 9:00am-4:15pm and on the weekends
before/after the 4:00pm, 9:00am & 11:00am Masses.
You're sure to find something wonderful.
Also, we are looking for volunteers to man the Store, free training! Discount! Please contact
Shawn Spagnuolo, Mgr 810-231-9199 x206
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RCIA/CAFE Every Thursday at 6:30pm
Are you a lapsed Catholic in need of brushing up on the faith?
Are you a Catholic who comes to church every Sunday and just wants to know "why we do the things we do"!
Or, perhaps you're not a Catholic at all...but have pondered the thought...
All are welcome to join us each Thursday in portable classroom #4
from 6:30pm - 8:00pm.
We are a small and sensitive group, casually learning, discussing and questioning our faith!
Any questions? Contact
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Shroud of Turin Exhibit
All are welcome to visit our Shroud of Turin Exhibit, which is open daily,
featuring a Life Size Photographic Negative Reproduction
of the reputed Burial Cloth of Christ,
housed in Turin, Italy.
Fr John is happy to present a lecture on the Shroud
to any group or individuals who call in advance and request the desire.
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School Apiary Project
Our Holy Spirit Catholic School Apiary Project is looking for some parish volunteers:
Many hands are needed to check and maintain the hives throughout the summer
as well as to harvest and bottle honey in the fall!
All are invited to assist in the project -
please contact Mrs Masson at 810-231-9199 x214 if you're interested in helping out.
Thank you!
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St Philomena Prayer Group
The St Philomena Prayer Group meets every Tuesday morning in the Church at 9:00am. All welcome!
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Dine With Jesus
This life size sculpture pictured above
can be found in Serenity Court.
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St Joseph Guild Needs You!
Calling all retirees, and those who want to give of their time and talent -
This organization was started 4yrs ago, and has accomplished many projects around our campus.
Some of the projects completed:
restoration/relocation of the Via Dolorosa (Outside Stations of the Cross)
book and gift store renovation/renewal
renovation of Fr John's office w/new cabinetry
addition of colored glass blocks in the Adoration Chapel
So come join us every Wednesday after the 8:30am Mass for fellowship with the guys and gals of this worthwhile group.
Remember, "to whom much is given, much is expected".
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Our CD Rack in the Hallway Has Lots of Great CD's
Fr Michael Schmitz "From Love, By Love, For Love" CD
Matthew Kelly's "Building Better Families" CD
Fr Jason Brooks, LC "Fatima: Living the Message" CD
Jesse Romero's "Life-Changing Stories of the Eucharist" CD
A $3.00 donation is welcome!
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PLEASE HELP OUR FOOD BANK
Needed items:
Soap (dish/laundry/personal)
Paper products
Toothpaste
Shampoo/Deodorant
Razors/Shaving Cream
Non-perishable items may be placed in the box near the Activity Center doors.
Any opened products cannot be accepted. Thank You!
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IT’S KROGER REWARDS RE-ENROLLMENT TIME!
All Kroger Community Rewards Program participants must re-enroll for the program in order to earn funds during the coming year 05/2013 to 5/2014.
It’s easy to enroll or re-enroll in Kroger Community Rewards.
click on “Michigan” and click on “Enroll” to register for the first time and “Re-enroll” to re-register.
All participants must have a valid online account at Kroger.com and must sign up online to participate.
Once you have successfully enrolled in the program, a line indicating a donation to Holy Spirit School will be near the bottom of your receipt.
Also, if you have asked any family members or friends to enroll their Kroger cards with our school code,
please contact the office with their name(s) so their rewards may be credited to your fundraising account.
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MEN'S PRAYER GROUP
Our Knights of Columbus invite all men of the parish
to come and pray in the Shroud Room
Saturday Mornings @ 7:30am
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Adopt A Garden Mission
The Boulder Wall along the walkway into the east doors urgently needs volunteers for weed removal.
Also, weeding is needed in the small garden along the Adoration Chapel walkway.
If you can help with this mission, please contact Vix Kennedy through the office, or,
stop by and dig right in!
Thank you!
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PARISH ROSARY
8:00am
Wednesday - For Life
Thursday - For Priests
Friday - For our country
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Invite our Vocations Chalice Into Your Home
Contact Karen Kanny of our Parish to reserve a week of prayer for vocations in your home.
Our Vocations Chalice has held the consecrated wine, then become the Blood of Christ, at several masses.
Connie Walters brought this back from Poland, and presented it to Fr John and our parish.
We ask especially, your prayers for Sister Regina Mary (Sarah Rzeppa) and John Vinton, Seminarian.
Used during Mass at the convent of St Faustina Kowalska, it holds a special place in our hearts.
Please consider giving it a place of honor in your home!
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BULLETIN BOARD OF EVENTS
For all the latest news in and around our Parish,
Please see the Large Wall Board located near our Activity Center Entrance!
This board is updated with all School and Parish Activities,
As well as events of Parishes in our local area!
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Parish Ministry Opportunities
Women's Guild - Rose Heinrich Ushers - Yvonne Hospodor
Pregnancy Helpline - 810-494-5433 Religious Education - Katie Jean
St Vincent de Paul - Tom Heinrich Vocation Chalice - Karen Kanny
Bridges Of Hope Int'l Clowns Celebrating Christ
Evangelization Team - Denise Polasky Bible Study - Jon Sussman
Sat. Men's Prayer Group - Mike Dewan Youth Ministry - Jessica Grima
Divine Will Prayer Group - Todd Borek Music Ministry - Evan W
Secular Carmelites - Debbie Welch Prayer Shawl Ministry
Divine Mercy Cenacle - Mary Dewan Respect Life - Jason Negri
Community Garden - Jennifer Browner Eucharistic Adoration
Knights of Columbus - Mike Radelt St Joseph Guild
Lectors - Bev Wilkierwicz Altar Care - Anna Schaufele
Altar Servers - Diahann Pearson-Sproule Homebound Extraordinary Ministers- Deanna Rooke
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