Announcements
FEAST OF THE EXALTATION OF THE HOLY CROSS
SEPTEMBER 13-14, 2025
"The Son of Man must be lifted up, so that everyone who believes in him may have eternal life."
Farewell for Fr. Jeremy
Welcome for Fr. Raphael
Saturday, September 13, 7 PM
National Day of Remembrance Saturday,
September 13th, 2025
On the National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Children
We visit the burial places of the unborn victims of abortion.
Join us at a prayer vigil near you.
Holy Sepulchre Cemetery 11:00 am
25800 W. 10 Mile Rd., Southfield, MI 48034
Holy Innocents Section 71S
With special dedication to the memorial monument.
Franciscan Provincial Council
Due to the sudden and unexpected death of one of the members
of the Provincial Council, 47-year-old Fr. Sam Nasada, the council
will not be coming to Detroit for its meeting.
They will attend his funeral in California and have their meeting there. Fr. Sam’s death is a huge loss for our Province. May he rest in peace.
Garage Sale
Our Lady of La Salette
September 19-21
Adoration
October 1
Benediction 7 PM
Sacred Heart Icon
September 29-October 5
Sponsored by Knights of Columbus
Special Devotion
Wednesday, October 1, 7 PM
during Benediction
Mass for the Unborn
October 6
Holy Hour, 7 PM
Mass, 8 PM
Fatima Rosary
Saturday, October 11
3:30 PM
Prayer Garden
AOD Priest Convocation
October 12-16
Fr. Jeff and Fr. Raphael attending
Saturday, October 18
Mercy in Action Day
FRANCISCAN CELEBRATIONS
Transitus
Friday, October 3, 7:00 PM
Remembrance of Death of St Francis
Felician Sisters
36800 Schoolcraft Rd, Livonia
Feast of St. Francis
October 4
Pet Blessing, 11:00 AM
in Prayer Garden
More Love Than Skill
Musical Presentation
on the life of Blessed Solanus Casey
Sunday, November 16, 2 PM
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Register for Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
Confirmation Preparation
OCIA - Becoming a Catholic
Registration forms are available in the Gathering Space
Call Diane Klucka, 248 356-8787 x 3112
or here
September Prayer reflection from Divine Providence
Thy Kingdom Come
During the summer months, many may have vacationed and travelled to other countries—to work, relax, and see something new. The countries’ political systems may vary: republic, monarchy, even dictatorship. However, as travelers we often repeat the request in the Lord's Prayer, “thy Kingdom come,” —not to visit one kingdom, but for it to come to us.
First of all, this is not a kingdom in the usual sense. This word does not describe either territory or form of government. What is it? In the icons, Jesus' head or entire body is metaphorically surrounded by a halo—a certain space or field permeated by his divinity. We could say that this is his kingdom, coming with him.
It comes there and then, when we let it in. Therefore, we pray, “Thy kingdom come.” And it comes where it “manifests itself,” where it prevails: to love, to put others first, to strive to be like children, to do good without expecting reward, to trust in our heavenly Father...
Let us therefore, boldly pray: "Thy kingdom come: tonight, when I hug my children after prayer; tomorrow at 9 a.m., when I have to make and respect decisions at work; next Saturday, when I visit my parents who are waiting for me; every day when I open my doors in hospitality to visiting travelers and friends..."
Adapted from an article written by Archbishop of Lithuania, Lionginas Virbalas, S.J
