Shrine Herald. Bearings Notes from Monsignor Easton. Principal Search.

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1 Shrine Herald Royal Oak, MI June 16, 2013 Bearings Notes from Monsignor Easton Principal Search I was informed by Mr. Cormac Lynn that he has made the decision to take the position of head master of St. Mary's Preparatory Orchard Lake and will not become the principal of Shrine Catholic High School and Academy. Mr. Lynn is currently the assistant head master and an alumnus of St. Mary s, and with the recent and abrupt resignation of the current head master, Mr. Lynn's loyalties and his lifelong dreams compelled him to take this position. We are a strong community. Setbacks such as this provide an opportunity to grow in our strength. We immediately reconvened the search committee and have begun to set interim structures in place for the ongoing operation of the school. I am confident that with God's help we will find the right person, strong in faith, adept in administration and loyal to Shrine. In it all, we are in the hands of the Holy Spirit. CSA Presently we are ahead of last year s returns and well on our way toward reaching the target set for us by the Archdiocese of Detroit. As soon as we reach the target, all funds over the target come back to the parish free of the usual Archdiocesan assessment of 7%. I urge you to send in your CSA card, with or without a pledge or gift. We need the cards returned to keep our parish records up to date. I returned my card with my annual pledge of $1, I encourage everyone who has not yet sent in their card to do so as soon as possible (ASAP). Father Espinoza Father Beto Espinoza has been reassigned and will begin his new assignment at Holy Family Parish in Novi on July 1. The Archbishop We proclaim Jesus as Lord and ourselves as servants for His sake. Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time has determined that it is time for Father s second assignment. A newly ordained priest usually serves in 2 different assignments before being eligible to become a pastor. Because of the need for Hispanic pastors, the Archbishop desires to move the process along. There is no truth to rumors that he is being sent away or somehow being disciplined. I can t believe people say such things and spread such falsehoods. continued on page 3...

2 Page 2 Shrine Herald National Shrine of the Little Flower Please pray for the sick of our parish Pat Banish Eugene Bienkowski Jack Brady Sarah Burtwell Stephanie Burtwell Elsa Castagneto Victor Castagneto Kathryn R. Clark Kathy Cobbledick Michael Connolly Deanna Conway Carl Culver Charlene Cusick Loretta Cwiek Alice Dolf Jerry Dysarz Cathy H. Jean Haubert Donald Holden Pat Hughes Michael Ingram William F. Janelle III Paul Jirkans Cathy Krenzer Drew Lund William McCormick Christina Nardone Laura Piotrowski Tim Sauter Deanna Swincicki Nancy Takala Lucille Tavis Cathy Sullivan Dennis Van Stednas Mark Wehner Rob Wehner Kathy Wigmosta Karl Wolfe Johny Yako Greta Zarate Karen Zwicker Father Espinoza Farewell Reception Sunday, June 23 after the 9 am Mass in Heritage Hall Come and bid Father a fond farewell and wish him God's Blessings in his new assignment at Holy Family Parish in Novi. "Adiós querido amigo" (goodbye dear friend) Sponsored by the Shrine Ladies Guild Film Invitation to October Baby On June 17, October Baby will be shown at Everest Academy (Clarkston, MI Clarkston Rd, Clarkston, MI ) at 7:00 pm. The doors will open at 6:30 pm. This will be a fund raiser for MAUBC. A free-will donation will be taken the night of the movie. If you have not seen October Baby, please come that evening. This is an incredible story about the power of love and forgiveness, based on the life of Gianna Gessen, who was burned alive by a saline abortion in the womb, and survived! To reserve your spot, please call me on my cell at and let me know that you are coming. The movie will be in the Girl s school gym. Important Notice Regarding Church Parking Lots Our church parkling lots will be receiving some long overdue maintenance in the form of seal coating and restriping. The lots will be closed on the following dates (weather permitting): Tuesday, June 18 Church 12 Mile Lot Tuesday, June 18 Church Handicap Lot Thursday, June 20 Church Northwood Parking Lot

3 June 16, 2013 Page 3 continued from page 1 Bearings... We have been blessed with Father Beto s ministry here at Shrine, and we have enjoyed his sense of humor and even his corny jokes. He has accomplished great things with the Hispanic community and their numbers have increased dramatically. There is a large Hispanic community at Holy Family parish. Next Sunday there will be a reception for Father Beto after the 9:00 am Mass in Heritage Hall. Stop in and wish him well in his new assignment. Rosie, Carlito and Lord Stanley Rosie continues to improve. This last little spate of ill health has taken a lot out of her. With some pain meds and lots of tender loving care she is doing better. I think she has discovered that looking sad and weak gets attention. It is surprising how she acts when she thinks no one is looking or when she really wants something other than sympathy. Divine Life Baptized in Christ Connor Bryan son of Kyle and Jamie (Davis) Pert Madison Avery daughter of David and Michelle (Legacy) Knesek Miles Aloyze son of Kevin and Shannon (Laskey) GoodCourage Reese Katherine daughter of Barry and Lindsey (Degrendel) Najarian Banns of Marriage A Reminder Whenever your address, phone number, , or family status changes, please be sure to contact the parish office and update your information with us. It is critical that we keep our parishioner records up-to-date! Thank you! First Bann Elizabeth Wolff and David Haberkorn Chelsea Uranowicz and Jason Kolp Second Bann Regina Zielonka and Geman D. Urbina Emily Laurinec and Stephen Boehnlein Third Bann Eline Haenebalcke and Sean Wilson Lauren Lucier and Ryan Behringer Stewardship Thoughts Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time In today s Gospel, St. Luke stresses that accompanying Jesus and the Twelve were Mary Magdalene, Joanna, and many others who provided for them out of their resources. Jesus had healed these women and, out of deep appreciation, they and others shared their gifts with Christ and the Twelve. As Christian stewards, we are challenged, in gratitude for God s untold blessings, to sacrifice a portion of our financial gifts to the parish weekly offertory, the Catholic Services Appeal, and other worthy causes. Likewise, God expects us to share our gifts of time and talent in service to Him. In response to these acts of charity, God s generosity is never outdone.

4 Page 4 Shrine Herald National Shrine of the Little Flower Mass Information Monday, June 17 6:30 am Mass Fr. Espinoza Max Gouin, Stephen Klimushyn 8:30 am Mass Msgr. Easton Ian Grimes, Isaiah Thummel Tuesday, June 18 6:30 am Mass Msgr. Easton Grant Fogle, Chris Richards 8:30 am Mass Fr. Lang Ben Vidosh, Niklas Jenkins Wednesday, June 19 6:30 am Mass Fr. Lang Regan Smith, Kate Laqui 8:30 am Mass Fr. Espinoza Gina Schmidt, Gabi Lilly Thursday, June 20 6:30 am Mass Msgr. Easton Kevin Hejka, Luke Cerone 8:30 am Mass Fr. Camilleri Isabel Panyard, Carolyn Luddy Friday, June 21 6:30 am Mass Fr. Camilleri Katie Arce, Kira Jenkins 8:30 am Mass Fr. Espinoza Elizabeth Lyons, Katy Zink Saturday, June 22 8:30 am Mass Fr. Lang Lucy Breda, Tilly Breda Readings of The Week Monday, June 17 2 Cor 6:1-10/Mt 5:38-42 Tuesday, June 18 2 Cor 8:1-9/Mt 5:43-48 Wednesday, June 19 2 Cor 9:6-11/ Mt 6:1-6, Thursday, June 20 2 Cor 11:1-11/Mt 6:7-15 Friday, June 21 2 Cor 11:18, 21-30/ Mt 6:19-23 Saturday, June 22 2 Cor 12:1-10/Mt 6:24-34 Sunday, June 23 Zec 12:10-11; 13:1/ Gal 3:26-29/ Lk 9:18-24 Sunday, June 23 Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time Vigil Masses (on Saturday) 4:30 pm Fr. Camilleri Lectors Bill Barnes, Lisa Pickering Kate Lilly, Gabi Lilly, Tilly Breda Lucy Breda, Katie Arce Hospitality Margie Suchyta, Team 6:30 pm Mass Fr. Lang Lectors Tom Neumann, John Sier Anna Bradley, Gwendolyn Schmidt Gina Schmidt, Mary Doman Hospitality Gerald Schaffran, Team Sunday Masses 7:30 am Mass Fr. Camilleri Lectors Marlene Kowalewski, Janie Lynch Kevin Snook, Tom Peaslee Josef Mehall, Petr Mehall Hospitality MaryAnn Skaggs, Team 9:00 am Mass Fr. Espinoza Lectors Emily Turner, Victor Carpenter Angela Bonello Chris McCloskey, Alexander Bruckner A.J. Massucci, Anthony Massucci Hospitality Tony Recchia, Team 10:45 am Mass Msgr. Easton Lectors Kathy Kim, Lloyd West Anna DeHondt, Mary Fromm Ellie Fromm, Kira Jenkins M.C. Alex Bain Hospitality Wayne Friedman, Team 12:30 pm Mass Fr. Lang Lectors Don Erwin, Mark Daoust Daniel Carlin, Asher Smith Brennan Smith, Chris Richards Hospitality Hugh Brennan, Team 4:00 pm Spanish Mass Fr. Espinoza 6:00 pm Mass Msgr. Easton Lectors Thomas DeVoe, Sarah Quigley Philip DeVoe Colleen McQueeney, Molly Lyons Elizabeth Lyons, Katy Zink Hospitality Tom Torma, Team

5 June 16, 2013 Page 5 Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration "The divinity possessed by Jesus as the Word is united in His Person with the humanity He possesses as man....in Him and through Him, all mankind is readmitted to friendship with the heavenly Father." - Divine Intimacy "O eternal God, O high eternal Father, in You I find inestimable love, the love which made You cast a glance of pity on Your poor creatures. It made You send us the Word, Your only Son, the Incarnate Word, veiled in flesh and clothed in our mortality. And You, O Jesus Christ, our Peacemaker, Reformer, and Redeemer, You, the Word, the Love, became our Mediator, and signed the peace treaty of the great battle which man had been "O Christ, O God, sweet Lover of mankind, I implore You; I beg and beseech You to be my Way, to let me reach You, and rest in You, the Way, the Truth, and the Life; without whom no one reaches the Father." (St. Augustine) - Divine Intimacy Please call Marie Lama at if you are able to help with any of the following Holy Hours. Open Holy Hours: Monday, 2 pm; Wednesday, 4 pm; Thursday, 6 pm; Friday, Noon; Saturday, 2 pm. The following Holy Hours have persons who desire partners with which to share their Holy Hours: Sunday, 8 am, 10 am, 2, 3, 4 pm; Monday, 10 am; Tuesday, 9 am, 3 pm, 7 pm; Wednesday, 2, 3 pm; Thursday, 7 am; Friday, 1, 2, 3 pm; Saturday, Midnight, 4 pm; Tuesday-Friday, 1 pm; Sunday, 6 pm. Happy Father's Day to our priests and to all adorers who are dads!!! Mary, Mother of the Eucharist, pray for us!!! HELP WANTED Fundraiser for Shrine Catholic Schools This full-time position is responsible for leading and implementing a comprehensive fundraising program for all Shrine Catholic Schools. Duties include personal solicitations, special events, direct mail/ appeals, management of databases, and gift processing. Must be able to recruit, train and work with volunteers and work with Microsoft Office products. Excellent writing skills required. Raiser s Edge expertise beneficial. Previous fundraising experience necessary. Position requires: discretion, professionalism, accuracy, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to the Catholic faith. If interested, please your resume to Cynthia Grzelak, Director of Advancement at cgrzelak@shrinechurch.com. Mass Intentions Monday, June 17 6:30 am Joseph J. Lordon 8:30 am Edward Detloff Tuesday, June 18 6:30 am Intentions of Ivan 8:30 am Intentions of Elvessa Ballestar Wednesday, June 19 St. Romuald 6:30 am V.O. Chacko 8:30 am Chris Lang Thursday, June 20 6:30 am Theresa Mitchell 8:30 am Jennie Ceglarek Friday, June 21 St. Aloysius Gonzaga 6:30 am Mary Lang 8:30 am Vlad Sopcek Saturday, June 22 St. Paulinus of Nola SS. John Fisher and Thomas More 8:30 am Robert Kozlowski Sunday, June 23 Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time Vigil Masses (on Saturday) 4:30 pm John Pyska 6:30 pm Intentions of Nick Willette Sunday Masses 7:30 am Elaine Powers 9:00 am Patrick Randall 10:45 am Irene Keeney 12:30 pm Intentions of the Parishioners of NSLF 6:00 pm Mary Ann Garlak

6 Page 6 Shrine Herald National Shrine of the Little Flower Military Please pray for our Military Sgt. Daniel J. Allen, US Army Maj. Eric Ansorge PhD, US Army Patrick Paul Atallah, USMC Christopher Babcock, USAF Envin E. Billings, US Army Corey Brady, US Navy Capt. Matthew Cain, US Army Pat Carroll, USAF, Shrine 61, MIA Crisanto R. Delos, USCG Lt. Joseph W. Doman, US Navy Col. Thomas M. Doman, USMC Specialist Raymond Dorierty PV2-E2 Melissa Ducastel, US Army Capt. Elena Elwart, US Army Lt. Jason D. Everts, US Army Thomas Fern, USAF LCpl. Sarah Fitzpatrick, USMC 2LT Kristina Fleming RN Air Force Lt. Cmdr. Troy Perry Glendye, USCG Joseph Haddad, USMC Capt. Richard Holt, USAF SSgt. Philip Huber, USMC Cpt. Kevin Joyce, US Army Jacob Kindl, USMC Andrew Kostrzewa, US Navy Capt Justin Kuhlmann, US Army 2 nd Lt. Nicholas Robert Langan, US Army Peter Laperriere, US Navy Brian MacKenzie, USAF Sgt. Jonathan D. Maten, US Army GS13 Dan Marem MI BN Spec. Ryan McWilliams, US Army Rangers Capt. Christopher Mellon, USMC Sgt. Beau G. Messer, US Army Aaron Mingle, US Navy Sgt. Alan Mullin, US Army Airman Sean P. O Dell, USAF Spec. Kevin C. Oldani, F.A.S.T. USMC Capt. Daniel P. Palmer, US Army Capt. John F. Palmer, US Army Capt. Martin J. Palmer, US Army Lt. Col. Loren D. Penney, US Army Sam Piontkowski, USMC 1st Capt. Johnny Pruitt, ASAF Anthony Reynolds, USAF Maj. David N. Roberts, USMC Lt. Col. Eric J. Simpson, FA Capt. Michael Szalma, US Army Spec. David Wittla, US Army 1 st Private Wyatt Wray, USMC Just a reminder, please notify us when you have additions to the Military prayer list, or when one of our Military members can be taken off the prayer list. Thank you! Life Matters As we celebrate Father s Day, we should also honor St. Joseph. God chose St. Joseph to be the foster father of our Lord; to protect him and provide for his well-being. Like St. Joseph, all fathers are charged with protecting, guiding, teaching, and loving their children; this is both an awesome responsibility and a tremendous gift. In some countries, Father s Day is celebrated on St. Joseph s Day so it s fitting that as we honor our earthly fathers today, we also pray to St. Joseph asking for his guidance and for intercession from his Son. Let us also pray for the fathers who are victims of an abortion, that they may be healed from the pains of lost fatherhood. Rachel s Vineyard The post-abortive woman is internally divided by an emotional war within and against herself: on one side, her moral beliefs and maternal desires and on the other side, the abortion experience representing a choice to act against those feelings. Come find reconciliation at a Rachel s Vineyard retreat. Detroit Rachel s Vineyard Call to attend the next retreat September 6-8, Candle Cleaners Needed The Candle Cleaner Volunteers meet every Monday morning in the St. Thérèse Chapel after the 8:30 am Mass to clean the votive candle cups and column candles along with the votive stands. This group is in need of a few more volunteers to help with this very important ministry. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Barbara Cullen at or Barbara Schmidt at Evangelization: Evangelization Invites All into the Communion of Faith The message of evangelization is the One Truth found in Christ. We are called, as believers, to invite all to share in this one communion of faith. One of the central purposes of mission is to bring people together in hearing the Gospel, in fraternal communion, in prayer and in the Eucharist. To live in "fraternal communion" (koinonia) means to be "of one heart and soul" (Acts 4:32), establishing fellowship from every point of view: human, spiritual and material. Indeed, a true Christian community is also committed to distributing earthly goods, so that no one is in want, and all can receive such goods "as they need" (cf. Acts 2:45; 4:35). The first communities, made up of "glad and generous hearts" (Acts 2:46), were open and missionary: they enjoyed "favor with all the people" (Acts 2:47). Even before activity, mission means witness and a way of life that shines out to others. (Redemptoris Missio, 26)

7 June 16, 2013 Page 7 Lending Library We have received a generous donation on Lighthouse Media CDs, and would like to encourage you to come in and scan the topics. They are excellent tools to help prepare you to be able to be part of the "New Evangelization" which the Popes have been encouraging everyone to do. You can listen to them in your car, while you are working around the house, before you go to bed, etc.. With so many good resources now available to the laity, you can grow more confident in talking about your Faith. Lending Library hours are Sundays from 10 am to 2 pm, and Fridays from 9:15 am to Noon, in the National Shrine Conference Center, Room C (across the alley from the Northwood parking lot). For information call Kathy McGuire at or JoAn Gilleran at Events Calendar Location Guide A Academy AC Adoration Chapel, Coughlin Building CC-SH Conference Center, Seton Hall CC-A Conference Center, Room A CC-B Conference Center, Room B CC-C Conference Center, Room C CL Choir Loft CR Choir Room GS Grade School HH-BR Heritage Hall Board Room HH-B Heritage Hall Mtg. Rm. B HH-EW Heritage Hall East Wing HH-WW Heritage Hall West Wing HH-MF Heritage Hall Main Floor HS High School STC St. Thérèse Chapel YR Youth Room Sunday, June 16 Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time Masses 7:30, 9:00, 10:45 am; 12:30, and 4:00 (Spanish), 6:00 pm Masses Lending Library CC-C 10:00 am Rosary for the Unborn STC 5:00 pm Monday, June 17 Masses 6:30, 8:30 am Saint Vincent de Paul Meeting HH-BR 7:00 pm VBS Training CC-SH 7:00 pm TAIZE Evening Prayer Church 7:30 pm Tuesday, June 18 Masses 6:30, 8:30 am Mission Ladies Sewing/Quilting Group CC-A 10:00 am VBS Training CC-SH 10:00 am Serra Club Rosary & Mass Church 5:00 pm Serra Club Meeting CC-SH 6:00 pm Volleyball GS-Gym 6:00 pm Devotions STC 6:45 pm Boy Scout Troop #1634 YR 7:00 pm Legion of Mary Meeting CC-B 7:00 pm Love of God Prayer Group STC 8:00 pm Events Calendar Crisis Pregnancy? Crisis Pregnancy Center can help. Call Hurting from an abortion experience? Call Silent No More HELP Miscarriage Help? help4miscarriage@gmail.com Wednesday, June 19 Masses 6:30, 8:30 am Mens Bible Study CC-A 6:30 am Kindergarten Troop YR 3:15 pm ENDOW CC-A 7:00 pm Militia Immaculata Prayer Village HH-B 8:00 pm Thursday, June 20 Masses 6:30, 8:30 am Grupo de Renovacion Carismatico YR 6:00 pm FOCCUS HH-BR 6:30 pm Widows in the Workplace HH-B 7:00 pm Boy Scout Troop Committee Meeting HH-B 7:30 pm Friday, June 21 Masses 6:30, 8:30 am Lending Library CC-C 9:15 am Girl Scout Troop #43068 CC-B 6:30 pm Frassati Holy Hour Church 8:00 pm Saturday, June 22 Mass 8:30 am Sunday Liturgy Vigil Mass 4:30, 6:30 pm Sunday, June 23 Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time Masses 7:30, 9:00, 10:45 am; 12:30, and 4:00 (Spanish), 6:00 pm Masses Reception for Fr. Beto HH-MF After 9:00 am Mass Lending Library CC-C 10:00 am Rosary for the Unborn STC 5:00 pm

8 Page 8 Shrine Herald National Shrine of the Little Flower Religious Formation Preschool Religious Formation Register now for Preschool Religious Formation We are now accepting preschool registrations for the upcoming Fall for those potty trained children who will be at least 3 by December 1 and will not be starting kindergarten yet. For more information or to get a registration form, please contact Renee Cramer at rcramer@shrinechurch.com or Elementary Religious Formation and Sacramental Preparation Attention Parents of Kindergarteners! Did you know that two years of preparation is required before receiving First Holy Communion? In order for your child to receive the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion at the traditional time of second grade, he/she must attend Religious Formation classes or Catholic school starting in the Fall of first grade. Registration has started for the Religious Formation year. Contact Renee Cramer at or rcramer@shrinechurch.com for a registration packet. Registration has started for the Religious Formation Year Registration packets are available for pickup to all currently enrolled grades Preschool through Grade 7 afterschool Religious Formation families. The tuition for Shrine registered parishioners (as of 4/15/13) is $90 per child. If you are new to the program or would like to register a new sibling, please contact our office at rcramer@shrinechurch.com or to request a registration packet. Programs meet on the following days and times: Preschool (ages 3 & 4), Sundays during 9 am Mass in the Church Youth Room. Elementary (K-6), Mondays from 4:30-5:30 pm or 6-7 pm at Shrine Catholic Grade School. Grades 7 & 8, Mondays 6:15 7:30 pm at Shrine Catholic Academy. High School Youth Ministry (9-12), Sundays from 7 9 pm in the Church Youth Room. New students older than grade 2 who have not attended a Catholic school or Religious Formation program for the year may be placed in the RCIA adapted for Children program, also held on Monday evenings. The Preschool Religious Formation and High School Youth Ministry programs are designed for all parish families while the K-8 programs are geared specifically to public school or home-schooled children. RCIA for Children and Teens For Children and Teens age 7 to 17 who have had a delay in their religious formation and want to be prepared properly for receiving the Sacraments or for those of the same age who want to become a Baptized Catholic, please join Deacon Tom and Mrs. Barb Avery for interesting and interactive classes on Monday evenings this Fall! We would love to hear from you so please call or us to set up a time to meet with parent(s) and child. Have Blessed Week! averyfamtkc@sbcglobal.net or Deacon Tom Special Needs Religious Formation Classes Join Deacon Tom Avery and Barb for the Special Needs Religion Classes on Wednesdays October thru May from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. This will be our third year offering Religion classes for children with Autism, cognitive impairment and other learning disabilities. We offer a hands-on interactive and interesting class for the children! We would love to meet with you to see if this class would be helpful in bringing your child closer to Christ and His Church, and preparing them to receive the Sacraments. Have Blessed Week! averyfamtkc@sbcglobal.net or Deacon Tom C.R.E.W. High School Youth Ministry Thank You Thank you to everyone that came out to our Fundraising Meeting on Thursday! A lot of great ideas were shared and our teens will definitely be able to raise what they need to attend NCYC and WYD! Adult Religious Formation Surrender! The Life-Changing Power of Doing God s Will Summer Book Study available in two formats We sold out of this popular book by Fr. Larry Richards when he was here at Shrine last March. The Catechetical Faith Formation Commission is hosting two Summer book studies and we would love to have you join us! Mr. Preston True will facilitate a 4 week session that will meet on Wednesdays from 7 8:15 pm on July 10, 17, 24 and 31 in Room A of the Shrine Conference Center. Fr. Joe Lang will facilitate a one evening book study perfect for busy people on Tuesday, July 23 from 7 8:30 pm also at the Shrine Conference Center.

9 June 16, 2013 Page 9 To help us plan accordingly, please contact Janie Lynch at jlynch@shrinechurch.com or and let us know which book study you will attend. Please read the book ahead of time. If you need to purchase one, autographed copies are available from The Reason For Our Hope foundation at TheReasonForOurHope.org or ENDOW Women's Study Group Evening Session Presents: Redemptoris Mater (Mother of the Redeemer) Wednesdays from 7:00 to 9:00 pm beginning June 12 Shrine Conference Center Room A. Cost is $80 for approximately 12 week course (financial assistance is available) Register online at Facilitated by Melissa Thompson. Questions? Melissa at mompson@gmail.com. In his 1987 encyclical on Mary, John Paul II's papal writing draws on Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition to explore Mary's place in the life of the Church and in Catholic devotion. Rich with prayers, quotes, and personal meditations, Redemptoris Mater embraces Mary as the most excellent example of the feminine genius and sees her as a model for all to emulate. Join us and let the teachings of the Church enrich your soul!

10 Page 10 Shrine Herald National Shrine of the Little Flower Grade School Happenings Congratulations to all of our sixth graders who have completed their elementary education at Shrine Catholic Grade School. A wonderful Mass and Promotion Ceremony took place June 10. It s hard to believe that they are ready to move on. They will be missed. A special thank you to our sixth grade teachers, Mrs. Hawley, Mrs. Hazen, and Mrs. Smith, who have prepared these students well. After the Mass and Promotion Ceremony, special awards were given. Presidential Excellence Awards - signed by the President of the United States and given to students who show a dedication and enthusiasm for learning, a commitment to academic achievement and who have received all A s as their final grade in each class. Recipients were: Reilly Cannaday, Luke Cerone, Evelyn Dugan, Ann Gladstone, Grace Kruszewski, Isaiah Thummel, Ally Vogelheim, and Kathleen Zink. Presidential Achievement Awards - Given to students who consistently show effort and desire to do one s best, seeking help when needed, and show what a student is. Recipients were: Brendan Bontrager, Catrina Buchanan, Briege Flood, Madelyn Hardey, Grace Leonard, Lucas Ratton, Maxwell Ratton, Daniel Romano, Patrick Trout and Jonah Wisneski. Pope John Paul II Award - Sydney Tracey This award is not given out every year. It is given when a student goes the extra mile in following the message of the Gospel. The student is conscientious, empathetic, hardworking and honest; she seeks out ways to help others, puts others needs before her own, and is consistently kind to everyone. She is a sign of God s love, a credible witness to the living presence of Jesus Christ. Dads Club Lana Skaggs Memorial Scholarship Award- Carolyn Luddy This award is given to a student who participates in athletics, and demonstrates exceptional sportsmanship and team work. The student demonstrates a positive attitude toward academics and is a team player in the classroom as well. Mothers Club Award and Scholarship- Grace Kruszewski This award is given to a Shrine parishioner who exemplifies service to one s school, concern for others, and commitment to doing her very best. Gail Bilkie Service Award and Scholarship- Daniel Romano This award honors Mrs. Bilkie s many years of dedication to teaching at Shrine Catholic Grade School. It is presented to a student who demonstrates service, school spirit, and cooperation. It is given to a student who exhibits responsibility. National Shrine of the Little Flower Perpetual Mass Enrollment Cards The National Shrine of the Little Flower now has a beautiful six page perpetual Mass card available at the Parish rectory office and the National Shrine gift shop. With this enrollment, the person or persons, living or deceased, will be remembered in a Mass once a month at the National Shrine on or near the first Friday of each month. The Masses will be celebrated every month in perpetuity. The suggested offering for the enrollment card and a card suitable to be given to family or individuals is $25 per card.

11 June 16, 2013 Page 11 Legion of Mary 2013 Silent Retreat Come join us at St. Paul of the Cross Retreat House on July for a spiritually powerful weekend retreat. The retreat master is Fr. Hugh Gillespie. Fr. Gillespie will speak about the True Devotion to Mary. All are welcome to participate in this weekend retreat sponsored by the Legion of Mary. The legionofmarymichigan.org web site has all the information necessary to register for the retreat or call Brenda Hayes, for information. About the Legion of Mary The Legion of Mary is the largest apostolic organization of lay men and women in the Catholic Church, with about 3 million active members in almost every country of the world. The Legion of Mary has been active in the United States (USA) since 1931, has been approved by 7 Popes, and was endorsed by the Second Vatican Council. The main purpose of the Legion of Mary is to give Glory to God through the sanctification of its members. Members of the Legion of Mary become instruments of the Holy Spirit through a balanced program of prayer and service in a family atmosphere. Works include door-to-door evangelization, parishioner visitation, visitation of the sick or aged, Catholic education, visiting the newly baptized, visiting families, and meeting the other spiritual needs of the parish community. Legionaries are under the guidance of a spiritual director named by the pastor. The Legion of Mary is, in essence, an extension of the heart and hands of the pastor. Members meet weekly for prayer, planning and discussion. Then members do two hours of definite work each week in pairs. The Legion of Mary is open to all Catholics who: faithfully practice their religion; are animated by the desire to fulfill their role in the Catholic Church's apostolate through membership of the Legion; are prepared to fulfill the duties which Active and Auxillary Membership of the Legion involves. Visit: and for more information. The National Shrine Legion of Mary group Our Lady of Victories meets on Tuesday at 7:00 pm in the Conference Center, Room B. Please attend the meeting for more information or call Year of Faith Pilgrimage: Walking on Holy Ground Terra Sancta Pilgrimages, with co-sponsors the Knights of Columbus (of Michigan) and Orchard Lake Seminary, invite you to a Year of Faith Pilgrimage based on Holy Land themes called, Walking on Holy Ground. This one-day opportunity to re-connect with the roots of our faith and walk in the footsteps of Jesus will include biblical reflections about different holy places of the Holy Land, teaching on our Catholic Faith, celebrating Mass and praying the Rosary, and visiting different historic churches of Detroit. The Most Reverend Frank Reiss, Auxiliary Bishop of Detroit, and Franciscan friar Fr. Alex Kratz, will lead this pilgrimage on Saturday, August 10, from 7:00 am to 7:30 pm, beginning at Orchard Lake Seminary. Cost is $75 (all expenses included). Call or mrspattig@yahoo.com.

12 Page 12 Shrine Herald National Shrine of the Little Flower Faith Direct What is the best way to ensure our parish receives the support needed for our operating expenses and ministries during the busy, Summer months? egiving through Faith Direct! Please enroll today by visiting Our church code is MI16. Increased enrollment with Faith Direct will help stabilize our parish finances during the coming Summer months when many families are away on vacation. Thank you for your continued support of our parish family with your time, talent and treasure! God Bless You, Rev. Msgr. William H. Easton

13 June 16, 2013 Page 13 Year of Faith In his fatherly care for all of us, God desired that all men should form one family and deal with each other in a spirit of brotherhood. All, in fact, are destined to the very same end, namely God himself, since they have been created in the likeness of God who made from one every nation of men who live on the face of the earth (Acts 17:26). Love of God and one s neighbor, then, is the first and greatest commandment. Scripture teaches us that love of God cannot be separated from love of one s neighbor: Any other commandment is summed up in this sentence: You shall love your neighbor as yourself therefore love is fulfilling the law (Romans 13:9-10). It goes without saying that this is a matter of utmost importance to men who are coming to rely more and more on each other and to the world which is becoming more unified every day. Gaudium et Spes 24 Question How do I let my love of God influence my dealings with the people I meet every day? Prayer God of love, help me to be a friend to all who need me. Teach me how to love and help me to see you in everyone that I meet. I ask this through Jesus Christ the sign of your love for ever and ever. Amen. Protecting God s Children Attention: If you are in need of verification for attending 'Protecting God's Children class, please submit your request to Kevin Sutherland at ksutherland@shrinechurch.com. NATIONAL SHRINE of the Little Flower Parish Office 2100 W. 12 Mile Road, Royal Oak, MI Pastoral Staff Parish Main Number Rev. Msgr. William H. Easton, Pastor... ext 415 Rev. Joseph Lang, Assoc... ext 412 Rev. Anthony Camilleri, Assoc... ext 419 Rev. Adalberto Espinoza, Assoc... ext 416 Rev. Mr. Thomas R. Avery, Deacon... ext 422 Christian Service, Sister Noreen Ellison, SC... ext 411 Director of Liturgical Music, Mr. Rob Abbott... ext 442 Parish Education & Religious Formation Staff Shrine Catholic High School & Academy, 3500 W 13 Mile Rd. R.O Principal, Mrs. Gabrielle Erken Shrine Catholic Grade School, 1621 Linwood R.O Principal, Mrs. Sharon Dixon Director of Admissions, Mrs. Meg Armstrong Religious Education Office Coordinator, Renee Cramer Preschool & Elementary Coordinator, Janie Lynch Youth Minister (9-12 grades), Christine Wist Grades 7/8 Religious Formation, Michael Reece Director of RCIA and Adult Formation, Mr. John LaCroix Parish Staff Chief Financial Officer, Mrs. Andrea Safranski... ext 432 Director of Advancement, Ms. Cynthia Grzelak... ext 455 Advancement Assistant, Ms. Brenda Braidwood... ext 420 Bookkeeper, Mrs. Tracy Vincent... ext 421 Parish Receptionist, Mrs. Charlene Lewandowski... ext 410 Director of Special Projects, Mr. Kevin Sutherland... ext 414 National Shrine Director/Church Tours, Mr. Jack Hoolehan... ext 418 Parish Solutions Specialist, Mrs. Vicki Holtyn... ext 448 Office Hours Monday - Friday... 9 am-8:30 pm...closed for Lunch between 12 Noon and 1 pm Saturday... 9 am-2:30 pm Sunday... 9 am-12:30 pm Emergencies handled at any time. Please limit other visits or phone calls to the above times. Church Hours Monday - Friday... 5:30 am-5 pm Saturday... 7:30 am-after 6:30 pm Mass Sunday... 6:30 am-after 6:00 pm Mass Gift Shop Hours Monday - Friday... 1 pm-4 pm Second Saturday of the Month... 5:30 pm-6:30 pm Second Sunday of the Month... 9:30 am-2 pm Masses Sunday... 7:30, 9:00, 10:45 am, 12:30, 6:00 pm Saturday... 8:30 am, 4:30 pm, 6:30 pm Weekday... 6:30, 8:30 am Holy Day... 6:30, 8:30 am, 12:00 noon, 7:00 pm Sacrament of Reconciliation After 6:30 am Mass; Saturdays 3-4 pm and 5:30-6 pm. Sacrament of Baptism Sunday at 2 pm. Please contact Charlene Lewandowski in the Parish Office at ext 410. Sacrament of Marriage Parish members, please contact Charlene Lewandowski in the Parish Office at ext 410 at least six months in advance. Spiritual Care for the Sick and Homebound Please notify the Parish Office or Sister Noreen at extension 411 if there is an illness, hospitalization or need for homebound ministry. We will do our best to provide spiritual support for our parishioners. Parish Tours Docents are on duty from 10 am-4 pm Monday-Saturday except during services. Groups of 10 or more call Jack Hoolehan at , ext. 418 to schedule a time. Shrine Herald Submissions are due Monday by 1 pm. Articles should be ed to vholtyn@shrinechurch.com to be considered for publication. For questions and/or comments, please contact the Shrine Herald Editor. While we urge our readers to consider patronizing our advertisers, we cannot and do not endorse their conduct or performance. For information on advertising in the Shrine Herald, please call , ext. 326.

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