Administrator

Fr. John Dumas

Deacon Emeritus

Rev. Mr. George Cousino

March 27, 2016

DIVINE GRACE

CATHOLIC PARISH

2996 W. LABO ROAD

CARLETON, MI 48117

PHONE

734-654-2500

FAX

734-654-6594

EMAIL

divinegraceparish@yahoo.com

WEBSITE

www.divinegrace.weconnect.com

ST. JOSEPH

MASS SCHEDULE

Sunday: 8:00 am Mass

CONFESSIONS

By Appointment

ST. PATRICK

MASS SCHEDULE

Monday: 8:00 am Mass

Tuesday: 8:00 am Mass

Wednesday: 8:00 am Mass

Thursday: 8:00 am Mass

Friday: 8:00 am Mass

Saturday: 8:00 am Mass

Saturday: 4:00 pm Mass

Sunday: 11:00 am Mass

CONFESSIONS

Saturday at 3:00 pm

Office will be closed March 28th through April 3rd

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This Week in Our Parish

Sunday, March 27

No Religious Education

7:00 pm AA Meeting (Madonna Hall) Monday, March 28

8:00 am (SP) Fr. Val Rykowski by Fr. John

8:35 am (SP) Sung Divine Mercy Chaplet (w/Novena) Tuesday, March 29

8:00 am (SP) Frank & Catherine Gasoriek, Sr. by their Children 8:35 am (SP) Sung Divine Mercy Chaplet (w/Novena) Wednesday, March 30

8:00 am (SP) Fr. Stanislaw Rokicki by Fr. John

8:35 am (SP) Sung Divine Mercy Chaplet (w/Novena) 12:00 pm Christian Mothers Altar Society Salad Luncheon

(St. Patrick’s Gym) Thursday, March 31

8:00 am (SP) Linda Bogaski by Fr. John

8:35 am (SP) Sung Divine Mercy Chaplet (w/Novena) Friday, April 1

8:00 am (SP) Deceased Members of the Dumas, Blasius, Spehar and Barnes Families by Fr. John

8:35 am (SP) Sung Divine Mercy Chaplet (w/Novena) Saturday, April 2

8:00 am (SP) Deceased Members of Divine Grace Parish by Fr. John

8:35 am (SP) Sung Divine Mercy Chaplet (w/Novena) 4:00 pm (SP) Pauline Wickenheiser by M/M Gary Brant Sunday, April 3

8:00 am (SJ) For the People of Divine Grace Parish

No Religious Education

11:00 am (SP) Richard & Dorothy Greca by their Sons

7:00 pm AA Meeting (Madonna Hall)

Pat Adam

Ida Blaser Jeanette Bodine

Jeffrey Colf Nora Devine

Helen Fuhrman

Donna Langton

Helen Langton Priscilla Nensewitz

Florance Pauletih Hunter Salenbien

Ron Waltz

Mass

Reader

EMHC

Altar Servers

Usher

4:00 pm

M. Burger

F. Dobberstein

M. Dobberstein

E. Calkins

J. Illes

J. Mitchell S. Mitchell

J. Belinky

A. Blackmore

T. Blackmore

R. Meyer

8:00 am

V. Eby

J. Cousino

C. Fix

S. Cousino

M. Eby

Need 2

D. Hoffman B. O’Rourke

J. VanDevelde

Need 1

11:00 am

J. Reeber

R. Genord

T. Genord

J. DeSana

C. Jones

S. Jones

D. Kuti

S. McGrath

Need 3

Liturgical Schedule for April 2 & 3, 2016

Please note that all Divine Grace Parish functions

using our facilities must be reserved through the

PARISH OFFICE ONLY at 654-2500

Divine Grace Prayer Chain

Anyone wishing to be part of Divine Grace prayer chain

or have someone prayed for please call Cathy 587-2141

or Mary 654-2047 or email: mreeber1@me.com

Christian Mothers Altar Society The Annual Salad Luncheon will be held on Wednes-

day, March 30th at St. Patrick’s Gym. We will meet/eat

at 12:00 noon. Tickets are $6.00 each and may be

purchased at the door. Everyone is welcome to attend

and enjoy an afternoon of fun, food and prizes.

WOMEN'S RETREAT - 4/15/16 - 4/17/16

YOU ARE INVITED to spend a relaxing, spiritually

insightful weekend with the women of our parish Friday

evening at 4:00 to Sunday noon, [April 15 - April 17,

2016] at St. Paul of the Cross Passionist Retreat &

Conference Center, 23333 Schoolcraft, Detroit,

MI 48223.

The retreat theme this year is “Encounter the Mercy of

God”. Suggested donation is less than a weekend at a

good motel, and the benefits are priceless! A private

room with bath add to your comfort.

For information, you may call Mary Ann Esper

(654-2758) or reservations, call the Retreat Center at

313-535-9563. You can also register online at

www.stpaulretreat.org.

Easter Easter is a time of great joy when we are reminded that

the Lord walks beside us on our journey of faith.

We witness Christ’s living presence in many ways, one

of which is through our support of our local communion

of faith through the Catholic Services Appeal. Our annu-

al CSA supports the Rite of Christian Initiation of

Adults, which brings new members into full communion

during the Easter Vigil. The CSA enables us to reveal

Christ’s presence not only to our sisters and brothers

with whom we share the Eucharist, but also to those who

do not know Christ.

Gifts to the CSA show that Christ is present and active

in our world. Indeed, He is risen today. Alleluia!

For more information about CSA-funded ministries,

programs, and services, please go to www.aod.org.

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Easter Sunday Resurrection of the Lord

"But Peter got up and ran to the tomb." Peter was unique in this response to the news of Jesus' resurrection. The

other apostles disregarded the reports from the women who had seen the empty tomb and heard the angels because

"their story seemed like nonsense and they did not believe them." But Peter took action. He got up and ran to see the

evidence and "went home amazed at what had happened."

On this Easter day, we have a choice to make. We too have heard a remarkable report. We have been told that two

thousand years ago, a man named Jesus defeated death and rose from the grave. To many people in today's world,

this sounds like nonsense, just like it did when it first happened. Some would like to dismiss the story entirely as a

myth at best, or an outright lie at worst. Others try to spiritualize the miracle, suggesting that the Resurrection

narrative is a story that is meant to symbolize the power of God, but whether or not Jesus actually rose from the

dead is irrelevant. Finally, there are those who simply believe--those who, with Peter, make an act of faith and

choose to take the Gospel literally.

This of course is the Christian way. It was not the Crucifixion that brought confidence to the early followers of

Christ; it was the Resurrection. This momentous event has always made all the difference! We will only water down

our faith if we reduce Easter to anything other than a true miracle. But to accept it as such will bolster our faith. As

St. Paul wrote in the Epistle to the Romans, "Just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we

too might live in newness of life." This Easter, may we experience the great joy of new life in the risen Christ.

Priestly Vocations: Discernment Overnight April 15-16, 2016

A Discernment Overnight offers a young high school man (Freshman-Junior in high school) a unique opportunity to

experience the seminary and learn about the priesthood. We host two Overnights each academic year and you’re

encouraged to attend both. There’s no better way to learn about life in the seminary then from a current seminarian!

You’ll hear presentations, pray, eat and recreate with them. There is also time for quiet reflection. Take the “leap of

faith” and consider and Overnight visit at Sacred Heart Seminary so you can better discern your vocation.

For more information or to register visit detroitpriest.com

Easter Flower Donations

Baker, Betty Eby Family Deceased Members Stangis, Edward & Kathleen

Beamish, Gerald T. Eby, Jim & Betty Stangis, Helen

Blackmore, Albert Eby, Phil Stasa, M/M Frank, Sr.

Blackmore, Dorothy Esper, Larry Stasa, Thomas, Sr.

Blackmore, Marcia Genord Family Deceased Members Stritt, Anthony & Monica

Botkin, Judy, Lex & Mellisa Gratz, Edmund & Margaret Swiontoniowski, Rita

Brittain, Luke, Moss & Nola Greca, Dan Tibai, Edward

Bruck, George, Sr. Greca, Richard & Dorothy Trpelka, Jacob

Chinavare, Dallas & Florence Grubb, Greg Trpelka, Theresa

Chopson, Geneive Haddix, Linda VanDevelde, Jerome & Margaret

Coop, Retha Klewer, Don & Dorothy Wickenheiser, Harold & Retha

Copenhagen, Bernard Kroeger, Lionel & Margaret Younglove, Earl & Pauline

DeBacker, Julien & Leila Lane, Bud & Helen

Diehl, Leroy & Angie Latondress, Guy

Doederlein, Harry & Louis Laub, Joanne

Dudek, Aaron & Tom Liptow, Jim & Bob

Dudek, Arron Marcero, Miles & Dorothy

Dudek, Eugene Meyer, Andrew & Dorothy

Dudek, Michael & Anna Peterson, Erik

Dudek, Mike, Anna, Eugene Powell, Dale

Dudek, Sister Therese Michael Skolarus, Edward

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Mission Statement: St. Patrick Catholic School provides a unique spiritual and educational environment which fosters a family community of Christians. Students are empowered to reach their full potential through a rigorous curriculum and enrichment activities. We live by our faith, apply knowledge, and commit to serve.

St. Patrick Catholic School

SUCCESS Every Day for Every Child!

St. Patrick School students and staff wish the Divine Grace parishioners a

very blessed Easter!

St. Patrick Catholic School Registration 2016-2017

St. Patrick Catholic School offers three and four year old preschool programs, full day K-8, and a before and after extended day program.

St. Patrick Catholic School provides a unique spiritual and educational family environment which fosters living our Catholic traditions in a Christian community. Students are empowered to reach their full potential through a rigorous curriculum and enrichment activities. We live by faith, apply knowledge, and commit to serve.

We invite you to come see this Christ-filled learning center in action! Call 734-654-2522 for information or to tour our facility.

THANK YOU STUDENTS! Thank you to our junior high students who presented the Agony in the Garden and Living Stations on Good Friday: Bradley Calvin, Madison Bruck, Madeleine DeSana, Ralph Helfrich, Steven Hypio, Lauren Monske, Mackenzie Niedermeyer, Audrey Cousino, Adam Goins, Alaina Hartford, Gabriel Iott, Brooke Kemmerling, Grace Kemmerling, Cyrus Marks, Laila Martin, Gabriel Roberts, Clayton Roof, Ileina Vroman, Kali Wickenheiser, Kyrie Gannon, Catie Johns, Alaina Jones, Colin Mackenzie, Hannah Reams, Hailey Salter, Noah Umin, Andrew Wickenheiser, Zackary Carmack, Samuel Cousino, Joseph DeSana, Lauren Gannon, Emma Hamilton, Michael Johns, Rebecca Jones, Acacia Marks, and Sarah Mitchell.

CONGRATULATIONS, STUDENTS! The Farm Bureau organization invited the third graders in Monroe County to create a poster celebrating 200 years of farming. Out of the five schools who participated, St. Patrick School had the top three entries. Congratulations to first place Noah Iott, second place Caleb Totten, and third place Alexander Giarmo. Students received a certificate and monetary prize. Mrs. Fisk, their teacher, was also recognized. All participants received a presidential ruler and bookmark.

PRESCHOOL PLAYGROUP

All families with preschoolers age three and younger are invited to join St. Patrick School’s preschool playgroup held once a month through May. The playgroup is organized by our preschool teacher, Mrs. Kemmerling, who runs the program from 10:00 – 11:30 am on the following Fridays: April 22 and May 6. If you have any questions or would like more information, call the school office at 734-654-2522.

AOD TUITION ASSISTANCE

The Archdiocese of Detroit extends tuition assistance grants to Catholic families with children in grades K-12 attending Catholic Schools. The award for 2016-2017 is $800 (elementary) and $500 (high school). The student aid form is available from our parish school or online at http://www.aod.org/psas. Click: Download Application.

The deadline for submitting the application is April 7, 2016. For more information, call the school office at 734-654-2522.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

St. Patrick Catholic School will present The Wizard of Oz on Friday, May 13th!

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Divine Grace Parish Principal: Ruth Meiring 654-2522

Director of Religious Education: Janice Doederlein 654-6444

divinegracedre@yahoo.com

Director of Music: Curtis Posuniak 1-248-593-1034

Gym Phone Number 654-2300

Sacrament of Reconciliation

Saturday: 3:00 p.m. until all are heard at St. Patrick

Sacrament of Baptism

You must be a registered parishioner (receiving envelopes) attending Mass regularly, and take Baptismal Preparation Class. (Please notify the rectory prior to the child’s birth ).

Sacrament of Marriage

You must be a registered (receiving envelopes) and active member of Divine Grace Parish for at least six months before a wedding date will be scheduled. Weddings will take place six months or more after scheduling the date. If your marriage does not take place, there will be a wedding preparation fee.

Pastoral Care of the Sick and Homebound

Notify the Parish Office of illness, hospitalization or nursing home status as soon as possible.

Bulletin Deadline: Articles and inserts must be received by email no later than Friday, 12 noon 2 weeks prior and must provide the dates

desired for publication. (No inserts will be done on Holiday weekends or when the

parish office is closed.) Announcements by email no later than Wednesday 12 noon

before the weekend desired.

Josh Basinger, U.S. Air Force

Gerald Borawski, U.S. Army

Alexander Brant, U.S. Air Force

Jamie Bushman, U.S. Army

Greg Bushman, U. S. Army

Basil W. Carsner, U.S. Marines

Anthony Cook, U.S. Air Force

Michael J. DeJean, U.S. Air Force

Russell Emerick, U.S. Army

Kyle Emerick, U.S. Air Force

William Fluharty, U.S. Army

Brian D. Haws, U.S. Air Force

Bradley Hollister, U. S. Army National Guard

Nathan D. Ihrig, U.S. Marines

Rachel (Lambrix) Kallenberg, USAF ANG

Jared M. Lappin MP US Army

Brian Liedel, U.S. Army

Thomas Mack, U.S. Army Special Forces

James McGlynn, U.S. Army

Mark McGlynn, U.S. Army

Dianne C. McLaughlin, U.S. Air Force

Derek Naida, U.S. Air Force

Jordan C. Osier, U.S. Army

Joseph Riley, U.S. Marines

Kenneth M. Sobecki, ANG

Kenneth M. Sobecki II, U.S. Marines

Michael E. Sobecki, U.S. Marines

Shawn P. Tague, U.S. Air Force

Jeff Terrell, U.S. Army

Paul Tremonti, U.S. Air Force

Douglas Vadasz, U.S. Air Force

Robert Warren, U.S. Air Force

Korey Wichowski, U.S. Army

Mission Statement We, with the Guidance of the Holy Trinity,

The Blessed Virgin Mary, and the Communion of Saints,

endeavor to spread and live the Gospel of Jesus Christ

and to assist one another through the precepts of the Catholic Faith

in attaining eternal salvation.

Host families for the

Traveling Vocations Chalice

March 26/27 - April 2/3 Mariann Meyer

April 2/3 - April 9/10 Mariann Meyer

April 9/10 - April 16/17 Mariann Meyer

April 16/17 - April 23/24 Host Family Needed

April 23/24 - April 30/May 1 Host Family Needed

Meeting

April 25th at St. Patrick

May 23rd at St. Joseph

June 27th at St. Joseph

The Divine Grace Youth Group will

meet again on Sunday April 10th and

Sunday, April 24th from 6:00-7:45pm.

Anyone 8th to 12th grade are welcome

to join us and take part in activities,

prayer, and snacks.

Come Encounter Christ has a Temperance event on

Apr. 4,5,6th that all are invited to attend. Our Lady of

Mt. Carmel is hosting. Time is 7-8:30pm

to Jesus Through Mary

Stephanie DeSana

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