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June18/19,2022
Happy Father’s Day
Hallelujah!
Blessed the man who fears the LORD, who greatly delights in His commands.
His descendants shall be mighty in the land, a generation of the upright will be blessed.
Wealth and riches shall be in his house; his righteousness shall endure forever.
Light shines through the darkness for the upright; gracious, compassionate, and righteous.
It is good for the man gracious in lending, who conducts his affairs with justice.
For he shall never be shaken; the righteous shall be remembered forever.
He shall not fear an ill report; his heart is steadfast, trusting the LORD.
His heart is tranquil, without fear, till at last he looks down on his foes.
Lavishly he gives to the poor; his righteousness shall endure forever;
his horn shall be exalted in honor.
The wicked sees and is angry; gnashes his teeth and walks away;
the desire of the wicked come to nothing.
- Psalm 112-
STAFF VISIT ST-MARTHA.ORG/STAY-IN-TOUCH
Father Mike Murray, Pastor TO RECEIVE OUR WEEKLY NEWS UPDATES BY EMAIL!
frmike@st-martha.org
Father John Whitlock, In Residence
jwhitlock@dioceseoflansing.org
Deacon Carl Boehlert Are you interested in learning more about our Faith? Then you are invited to
dcncarl@st-martha.org a$end consider RCIA beginning this fall with leaders ready to inspire you
Deacon John Finn with tes&monies of how and why they entered the Church, explore the teachings
dcnjohn@st-martha.org of Scriptures with you, and show you the Bible’s relevance and the amazing gi;
our Catholic Sacraments and Tradi&ons are! With ques&ons, email Deacon Carl
Don Morgan, Director of Opera ons at dcncarl@st-martha.org.
dmorgan@st-martha.org
IvyLynn Olson, Administra ve Assistant Visit our PARISH LENDING LIBRARY in our Saint Teresa Room during
ilolson@st-martha.org Weekday Business Hours to borrow books, CDS, and DVDs for all ages that will
build your faith and inspire you. There is no cost; simply sign out any loans and
Andrea Pa%on, School Principal return them when you are done!
apaon@st-martha.org
Jackie Rosalez, Faith Forma on Director Visit FORMED.ORG for free devo&onals, movies, podcasts, books, and other
jrosalez@st-martha.org resources to help build Faith for all ages! Here is a great example of the spiritual
opportuni&es available on formed.org: Join Dr. Tim Gray every Tuesday at 7 pm
Jarrid Thelen, Youth & Young Adult Director for The Augus&ne Ins&tute Show!
jthelen@st-martha.org
Michaela S les, Pastoral & Music Associate
SHARED PREGNANCY needs: infant scratch mi$s; preemie size onesies;
infant sleep sacks; pacifier clips; baby food; car seat mirrors; 9 to 12 month
msles@st-martha.org
boys pj’s; cribs made a;er July, 2011; infant car seats with manufacturer
Lynn Collom, School Secretary date a$ached; shampoo, condi&oner body wash, and moisturizing bar soap for
lcollom@st-martha.org mom’s. HANNAH’S HOUSE needs: paper products; cleaning supplies;
Sister Pat Newhouse, S.C., Senior Ministry laundry soap. There are bins at both entrances for your dona&ons. With larger
s_pat99@yahoo.com items, for help with delivery, and with any ques&ons, contact Liz Carls at
517-281-1451 and Soraya Nowland at 517-755-6909.
MINISTRY LEADERS
Parish Pastoral Council INTERCESSORY PRAYERS: We Pray For ...
Interim Chair *
Finance Council All Who Are Sick, Gilbert Elias Joseph Martyka Kim Stark
Chair Mary Doster Especially: Michael Elias Maureen McKelvey Paul Stevens
Michelle Allen Chief Richard Freer Kayden Michalik Sue Thelen
Communica on Commi%ee Peter Allen Roberta Fugazzi Ralph Niles Wayne Thelen
Chairs Judi Smelser and Dave Maluchnik Larry Avery Carol Giacin Peter Noble Teresa Tka
communicaon@st-martha.org
MaryAnn Baer Mila Gjidoda MaryEllen O’Doherty Susan Trentel
Educa on Commission Pat Bailey Jim Gregg Ronnie Patoprsty
Chairs Anna Laird and Mark Farone All Serving in
Frank Baldwin Mary Elizabeth Horton Sister Marie Pauline
educaoncommission@st-martha.org Armed Forces
Robert S. Berman Raul Iznaga-Ponce Susan Peters
Evangeliza on Commi%ee Dr. Charles Bethke Joan Krohn Bob Pichey And The
Chairs Beth Buiocchi and Mary Jo Hirt Paula Bjornstad Norm Krohn Lawrence Prijoles Repose of the
Saint Vincent de Paul Warren Blackburn Jackie LaViole$e Judi Pressick †Soul of:
President Al Kearney Ma$hew Boersma Rae Leece Ciney Rich †All of our Deceased
Carol Buiocchi Karah Ley Cecilia Roccos Loved Ones
Knights of Columbus Diane Liskiewicz Jeffrey Rostek
Grand Knight Dante Ianni Chuck Buiocchi
Chris&ne Campbell John Llewellyn Joyce Salsbury
Council of Catholic Women Aurora Lynn Convery Paul Loconto Renee Salyers
President Anne Reade$ Mike Cook Jean Lynch Leanne Seguin
stmarthaccw@gmail.com Vic Mankowski David Showerman
Terry Dinning
Prayer Quilt Ministry Brian M. Doak Patricia Marrack John Stanowski
Coordinator Mary Hall
kmmhall@aol.com We humbly offer these prayers in the name of Your Son, our Lord, Jesus Christ.
Environment Commi%ee
Brigit Martell, Jean Morgan, Lori Rasche PLEASE NOTIFY US IF YOU ...
Upper Room Men’s Prayer Group Lost a loved one so that we can add your family and their soul to our Prayers.
Michael Siminski and Frank For&er Are on the Sick / Prayer List and are now ready to be taken off.
V. 36 NO. 25 JUNE 18/19 2022 THE MOST HOLY BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST
JUNE 21 TO JUNE 26, 2022 TWELFTH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME
FEAST DAYS, READINGS, AND INTENTIONS - YEAR C, CYCLE II OTHER OFFERINGS
Monday, June 20 - Weekday Monday, June 20
Readings: II Kings 17:5-8,13-15a,18 / Ma$hew 7:1-5 9 am Reconcilia&on Fr. Mike
8:30 am Mass †Joseph and †Pauline Mar&n, from the †W. Berger Family
Tuesday, June 21
Tuesday, June 21 - Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, Religious
9 am Reconcilia&on Fr. Mike
Readings: II Kings 19:9b-11,14-21,31-35a,36 / Ma$hew 7:6,12-14
8:30 am Mass †Bruce Evere$, from K. and L. Hilliker 6:30 pm SVdP District Mee&ng
7:30 pm Men’s Pick-Up B-Ball
Wednesday, June 22 - Weekday / Saint Paulinus of Nola, Bishop; Saints John Fisher, Bishop,
and Thomas More, Martyrs Wednesday, June 22
Readings: II Kings 22:8-13, 23:1-3 / Ma$hew 7:15-20 6:30 pm Reconcilia&on Fr. John
6 pm Mass †Father David W. Hudgins, from the Olson Family and Adora&on
7:20 pm Benedic&on
Thursday, June 23 - Na vity of Saint John the Bap st
Readings: Isaiah 49:1-6 / Acts 13:22-26 / Luke 1:57-66,80 Thursday, June 23
8:30 am Mass Birthday Inten&ons of Michael, Ma$hew, and Lillith, from the Olson Family 9 am Reconcilia&on Fr. John
Friday, June 24 - The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus Friday, June 24
Readings: Ezra 34:11-16 / Romans 5:5b-11 / Luke 15:3-7 9 am Reconcilia&on Fr. Mike
8:30 am Mass †Chuck Willems
Saturday, June 25
Saturday, June 25 - The Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Day) / 13th Sunday in
7:30 am Upper Room Men
Ordinary Time Vigil (Eve)
Day me Readings: Lamenta&ons 2:2,10-14,18-19 / Luke 2:41-51 3:30 pm Reconcilia&on Fr. Mike
Vigil Readings: I Kings 19:16b,19-21 / Gala&ans 5:1,13-18 / Luke 9:51-62 Sunday, June 26
5 pm Mass †Evelyn Smith, from D. Barker 6 pm FF:YG
Father’s Day Sunday, June 26 - The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
Readings: I Kings 19:16b,19-21 / Gala&ans 5:1,13-18 / Luke 9:51-62
8 am Mass †Gunnery Sergeant Pate, from B. Pendergast, USMC ALTAR FLOWER
10 am Mass All People of Saint Martha Parish, from Saint Martha Parish SPONSORS
5 pm Mass †Ma$hew Dexter, from J. and M. Dexter June 18/19
Both Arrangements Available
SACRISTANS AND LECTORS THIS WEEK’S SAINTS AND FEAST DAYS June 25/26
SEE FORMED.ORG AND CATHOLICSAINTS.ORG In Honor of All Married
Saturday, June 25 - 5 pm
S. J. and S. Saltzgaber Aloysius Gonzaga: 03/09/1568 to 06/21/1591; Couples at Saint Martha,
L. J. Matuszak, Volunteer, S. Stanley Canonized 12/31/1726; Patronage AIDS pa&ents especially Bob and Lynda Ianni
and caregivers, blindness, Chris&an youth, Jesuit in celebra&on of their 50+2
Sunday, June 26 - 8 am
S. B. and J. Robke scholas&cs, young students Wedding Anniversary,
L. S. Zayko, S. Kostaroff, M. Finelli from B. Ianni
Paulinus of Nola: 354 to 06/22/431; Canonized
One Arrangement Available
Sunday, June 26 - 10 am pre-congrega&on
S. TBD 2 dedica ons are available
L. Volunteer, Volunteer, M. Hakim John Fisher: 10/19/1469 to 06/22/1535;
Canonized 05/19/1935; Patronage Diocese of on several weekends in 2022
Sunday, June 26 - 5 pm Rochester (NY) for $80 per arrangement.
S. TBD For open dates, contact
L. Volunteer, L. VanSteel, A. Reade$ Thomas More: 02/07/1478 to 07/06/1535; IvyLynn in the Parish Office
Canonized 05/19/1935; Patronage lawyers, during business hours.
poli&cians, statesman; Ateneo de Manila Law
EUCHARIST TO CARE HOMES School (Philippines), Kerala Catholic Youth
Willows of Okemos Movement, University of Malta, University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Arts and Le$ers
R. Salyers (Philippines); Diocese of Arlington (VA), Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee (FL)
Brookdale, Medilodge Okemos Na vity of Saint John the Bap st: feast day celebra&ng the birth of John the Bap&st
S. Kostaroff Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary: celebrates Holy Mary’s joys and
sorrows, virtues and perfec&ons, love of God and her Divine Son, and love for mankind
SAINT MARTHA PARISH, 1100 WEST GRAND RIVER, OKEMOS, MI 48864 517-349-1763 WWW.ST-MARTHA.ORG
CONTRIBUTION FROM FATHER MIKE’S DESK
SUMMARIES
A couple of things this week.
4-Week Average First, if you happened to glance down while walking across the parking lot last
$17,657.61 weekend, you no&ced ... the parking lot! It's been redone!
Online Giving Of course, as they say, things like this "don't just happen." They happen because people work
May $53,565.11 hard and fulfill their respec&ve roles in the life of a parish. For instance, when the Saint Martha
June TD $29,790.89 Parish and School Finance Council was recons&tuted several years ago, Mary Doster (chair),
Luann Dunsford, Ron Lenz, Dave McAlvey, Ralph Shaheen, and Tom Smith generously agreed
In Person Giving
to serve. As terms have expired, Tom and Luann were replaced by Dave Maluchnik and Gigi
May 22 $6,443 Ma&as. This summer, Mary will be replaced by Jesse Lothamer. Other key Saint Martha
Maintenance $131 parishioners have been Director of Opera&ons Don Morgan and diocesan auditor Kimberly
Keefe.
May 29 $6,295
Maintenance $120 These Saint Martha parishioners have cared for your generous contribu&ons and watched closely
over the parish finances through these years. And thus we were able to do the parking lot
June 05 $7,319.42 without a separate fundraising campaign. If you like the parking lot (or any of the other things
Maintenance $29 we have been able to do), find one of these people, and thank him or her!
June 12 $7,076 And then thank someone else siVng near you. Because it's the generous support of parishioners
Maintenance $200 like yourself that ul&mately makes these things possible. Large donors and small, each is
treasured, and each moves us forward in our Gospel mission. Thank you!
Second, we're more than halfway through June. By the &me you read this, it is possible that
the United States Supreme Court will have issued its decision in Dobbs. If not, then it's coming
EASY GIVING soon. If the opinion goes the way of the leaked dra;, then we finally can say goodbye to Roe v
ELECTRONICALLY Wade and Casey v Planned Parenthood. As we know, this won't mark the end of the abor&on
Visit debate. It will instead be the beginning, since the Court is evidently planning to follow the U.S.
st-martha.org/howtogive Cons&tu&on and return this ques&on to the fi;y state legislatures.
or Scan this QR Code The months and years to come will be a &me for prayer, fas&ng, and loving. Dark forces are at
work. The toll in this na&on is thought to be in the vicinity of 63,000,000 souls who never saw
light, never took a breath of air, killed in the womb. Their silent cries join with the anguish of the
mothers and fathers who, seeing what they have done, now mourn &ll end of days.
with your phone camera Those mothers and fathers are vic&ms, too, and must be given our full compassion. Too o;en,
and click on the internet in fear and uncertainty, they accepted the lies told about abor&on by those who support this
link that pops up ghastly prac&ce. And so our response must always be kind, gentle, and loving.
Young couples o;en seek abor&on because they mistakenly see no alterna&ve. For that reason
and others, as Catholic Chris&ans, we need to demonstrate the untruth of the pro-abor&on
canard that we supposedly care about life only during the nine months of pregnancy. We must
For a variety of ways to never fail to generously support young mothers both before birth and in the years that follow.
support us, and for our
There will be more to say a;er Dobbs is decided. Already we see tac&cs of in&mida&on by
full Calendar of events
abor&on supporters. Yet our approach must be reason, persuasion, dialogue, all in love. Pray
and services, Visit
now and later. Fast now and later. As Midge Decter once said (speaking of herself), "The &me
ST-MARTHA.ORG comes when you have to join the side you're on." That &me will soon be upon us.
Blessings!
frmike
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IN A LOVING, NURTURING, CHRIST-LIKE ENVIRONMENT, AINT ARTHA CHOOL GUIDES EACHS
STUDENT TO DEVELOP HIS OR HER UNIQUE ABILITY AND POTENTIAL THROUGH PRAYER, STUDY, AND SERVICE.
Andrea Pa%on, Principal apaon@st-martha.org Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 3:30 pm Office Hours
Lynn Collom, Secretary lcollom@st-martha.org Monday through Friday, 8 to 11:30 am 1/2 Day PreK
Contact Us 517-349-3322 Monday through Friday, 8 am to 3:30 pm Full Day PreK and K through 8
TO SCHEDULE A SCHOOL TOUR, CALL 517-349-3322 OR GO TO ST-MARTHA.ORG/VISIT
SAINT MARTHA PARISH, 1100 WEST GRAND RIVER, OKEMOS, MI 48864 517-349-1763 WWW.ST-MARTHA.ORG
HERE AT SAINT MARTHA:
VISIT ST-MARTHA.ORG FOR MORE ON OUR UPCOMING EVENTS AND SERVICES:
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HERE AT SAINT MARTHA CONTINED ...
REQUEST FROM OUR SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL CONFERENCE
Our parish St. Vincent DePaul Conference would like to assist more of our parishioners and neighbors in need. As you clean or
redecorate your home this summer, if you have any of the following items to donate please let us know by calling the Church at
517-349-1763 and asking for the St. Vincent de Paul mailbox or choosing op&on 8 if you reach the automated a$endant:
twin or full bed frames in good shape dressers night stands floor and table lamps living room chairs
coffee tables bagless vacuums swiffer twin-bed sheet sets plates and bowls silverware crockpots
microwave ovens can openers kitchen knives bakeware pots and pans toasters coffeemakers
We will make arrangements to pick up your items if you like. Thank you so much for thinking of others in our community who
could really use your help!
FAITH FORMATION Jackie Rosalez, Director of Faith Forma on jrosalez@st-martha.org
To schedule either of the following, visit the Parish Office on Weekdays:
2022 MASS INTENTIONS provide a more prayerful offering for souls, and “contribute to the good of the Church and ...
support its ministers and works”. (CCC 945 §2). These can be scheduled for both living or deceased for $10 per Mass; come into
the Parish Office during weekday business hours to schedule dates now available from March through June of 2023.
2022 ALTAR FLOWERS: 2 arrangements are available per weekend, at $80 each for various dates throughout 2022.
I F YOU HAVE BEEN ABUSED OR VICTIMIZED by anyone representing the Catholic Church, come find
support, make a formal complaint of abuse to the DOL, and if desired, arrange a personal mee&ng with the bishop or his
representa&ve by contac&ng Cheryl Williams-Hecksel, Vic&m Assistance Coordinator, at cwilliamshecksel@dioceseoflansing.org
or 888-308-6255, or contact the 24-hour MI Law Enforcement Hotline at aginves&ga&ons@michigan.gov or 844-324-3374.
SAINT MARTHA BULLETIN: UPCOMING SUBMISSION DEADLINES
All ar cles must be sent by email, and received no later than Noon on the Monday 2 weeks prior to the weekend you
are reques ng in order to be considered for submission. Holidays may require different dates as indicated below.
BULLETIN DATE DUE BY NOON BULLETIN DATE DUE BY NOON BULLETIN DATE DUE BY NOON
June 25/26 past July 23/24 July 11 August 20/21 August 08
July 02/03 June 20 July 30/31 July 18 August 27/28 August 15
July 09/10 June 27 August 06/07 July 25 September 03/04 August 22
July 16/17 *Friday, July 01 August 13/14 August 01 September 10/11 August 29
SAINT MARTHA PARISH, 1100 WEST GRAND RIVER, OKEMOS, MI 48864 517-349-1763 WWW.ST-MARTHA.ORG
ACROSS THE DIOCESE
VISIT DIOCESEOFLANSING.ORG FOR MORE ON THESE AND OTHER AREA EVENTS!
FOR INFORMATION ON VOCATIONS IN THE DIOCESE OF LANSING, VISIT LANSINGPRIEST.ORG.
PRAY FOR THOSE WHO DISCERNING VOCATIONS
Father, You call each one of us by name and ask us to follow You. Bless Your church by raising up dedicated and generous
leaders from our families and friends who will serve Your people as Sisters, Priests, Brothers, Deacons, and Lay Ministers. Inspire
us as we grow to know You, and open our hearts to hear Your call. We ask this in Jesus name, Amen.
Seminarian Brandon Amburn; Church of the Resurrec on, Lansing
Heavenly Father, send Your Holy Spirit to inspire holy, faithful men to minster as priests. We pray for Your grace to
encourage and support Brandon as he endeavors to become a priest. We ask this through Christ our Lord, Amen.
Sister Mary Luke Feldpausch; Religious Sister of Mercy, Alma
Heavenly Father, send Your Holy Spirit to inspire holy, faithful women to become Brides of Christ and serve Your
people. We pray for Your grace and love to be enough for Sister Mary Luke in her discernment of consecrated life.
We ask this through Christ our Lord, Amen.
THE DIARY OF SAINT YOUNG ADULT HIKING
MARIA FAUSTINA: 359 AND RAFTING PILGRIMAGE
from the Cenacle of Divine Mercy Friday, July 22 to Sunday, July 24
at Saint Mary Cathedral, Lansing Young adults ages 18 through 29 from across the state of
“Everything that you say about My goodness is true; Michigan are invited for a Catholic pilgrimage weekend
language has no adequate expression to extol My goodness.” of ra;ing, prayer, friendship, and a 7 mile hike to the Shrine
of the Cross in the Woods in Indian River! All campsites at
Cheboygan State Park are fill, so you will stay at Augus&ne
OPEN DOORS TUTORING CENTER Center in Conway. Hosted by the Archdiocese of Detroit and
4 to 5 pm on Mondays and Wednesdays the Dioceses of Gaylord, Grand Rapids, Lansing, and Saginaw,
at Saint Therese of Lisieux, Lansing the cost is just $175 per person. Registra on is due by Friday,
Katy Rios, a re&red Lansing teacher with over 40 years of July 1 at yahikeaugus&ne.eventbee.com. With ques&ons,
experience, prepares a lesson plan and learning resources for contact Dawn Hausmann at 517-324-2506.
each student for each session. All you have to do is execute
the plan. To help serve K through 6th grade students with
tutoring this summer, you will need to become Virtus IGNATIAN RETREATS
cer&fied (for child safety) with an hour of on-line instruc&on, Weekend: Friday, July 8 to Sunday, July 10
have a State Police background check (submi$ed by the
8 Day: Friday, July 8 to Saturday, July 16
Parish office), sign the Lansing Diocese Code of Conduct, be
at Saint Francis Retreat Center, DeWi%
fully vaccinated, and wear a mask (as do all the students and
Come away from the noise of the world for one of these
their parents). Begin your tutor registra&on process today at
silent retreats and learn more about how God talks to you
s$herese.org or call Katy Rios at 517-256-8120.
through the Scriptures and in the movement of your own
heart. Learn the rules of Igna&an discernment, encounter
FAITHFEST Jesus in the message He has for you through the Scriptures,
beginning at 10 am NEXT Saturday, June 25 and understand who and whose you are as a son or daughter
Saint Francis Retreat Center, DeWi% of God. Expect daily talks, &me for silent and guided prayer,
FaithFest is a day for Chris&an families to gather together opportuni&es for Mass, confession, and mee&ngs with
and celebrate their faith in an atmosphere of upbeat, joyful spiritual directors. For those a$ending the full 8-day retreat,
par&cipa&on through contemporary Chris&an music and fun! you will begin journeying with Jesus through some of the
There will be two stages of music, food vendors, ac&vi&es for Spiritual Exercises of Saint Igna&us of Loyola. To register for
all ages, a vigil Mass, and a magnificent fireworks display to either, visit sZrancis.ws/igna&anretreats.
close out the evening. For the day’s full schedule and to buy
&ckets, visit faithfest.com today!
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ACROSS THE DIOCESE CONTINED ...
MARK YOUR CALENDARS: MICHIGAN CATHOLIC WOMEN’S CONFERENCE:
VOCATION NIGHT AT THE BALLPARK
7 pm on Friday, August 5
at Jackson Field Stadium, Lansing
Keep an eye out for upcoming informa&on on buying &ckets!
ROSARY MAKING CLASSES
9 am to 5 pm on Saturday, October 15
9:30 am on Saturday, August 6
at the Lansing Center, Lansing
6:30 pm on Monday, August 8
Women from across Michigan are invited to come together
at Immaculate Heart of Mary, Lansing
to focus on their faith, and experience the fellowship of
You are invited to learn how to make rosaries or update your
sisterhood in Christ Jesus. This year features renown Catholic
skills at one of these in-person trainings. There is no RSVP
speakers Teresa Tomeo and Sherri Wohlfert, Father Patrick
needed; come to their Saint Vincent Room, in the building
Gonyeau from the Archdiocese of Detroit, tes&monies from
north of the IHM Parish Office.
women across the state, Eucharis&c Adora&on, and the
return of the hilarious and heartwarming Erin Looby Carlson
as MC and the talented Melanie Rea providing music. The
FIERCELY LOVED: day culminates with Mass celebrated with many Michigan
AN OVERNIGHT RETREAT bishops including our own Bishop Boyea. The day also
FOR HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS includes shopping with many faith-based vendors and a
Monday, August 8 to Tuesday, August 9 delicious lunch. This retreat is a join effort of the Archdiocese
at Saint Francis Retreat Center, DeWi% of Detroit, and the Dioceses of Gaylord, Grand Rapids,
This retreat for incoming high school freshmen to senior Kalamazoo, Lansing, Marque$e, and Saginaw. “Perhaps you
young women will help them encounter and experience our have come to your royal dignity for just such a me as this.”
God, Who is pursuing them fiercely with His love. Directed by - Esther 4:14
Melanie Rea, the cost is $110, and includes meals, materials,
and lodging. To register, visit sZrancis.ws/fiercelyloved. REMARRIAGE RETREAT
8:30 am on Saturday, October 29
to 1 pm on Sunday, October 30
SUMMER SCRIPTURE DAYS PRESENTS at Saint Francis Retreat Center, DeWi%
SAINT PAUL: HIS LETTERS AND LIFE Marriage in a stepfamily is a "package deal" and so requires
9 am on Tuesday, August 23 addressing dynamics including ex-spouses and co-paren&ng,
to 1 pm Thursday, August 25 loss, step-paren&ng, spiritual shame, finances, and the
at Saint Francis Retreat Center, DeWi% expecta&ons of both children and adults. The Smart
Spend three summer days exploring the life Stepfamilies program, created by author, therapist, and
and le$ers of Saint Paul the Apostle with featured speaker blended family expert Ron L. Deal, brings together these
Bishop Earl Boyea, who will be speaking on the life of Paul. different aspects a stepfamily will encounter in order to
Deacon Carl Boehlert of Saint Martha in Okemos, and Jeremy empower blended family couples and their extended family
Priest, our Diocesan Director of the Office of Worship, will for successful family living. This retreat will allow couples to
also be facilita&ng. Mass and sacraments will be celebrated. come together in a non-threatening seVng to learn about
Any adult over the age of 18 interested in deepening their the challenges that will be experienced. They will also begin
understanding of the Apostle of the Gen&les is welcome to to focus on previously unknown informa&on or undiscussed
a$end. Buildings are air condi&oned with Wi-Fi throughout. topics that will bring challenges, and begin the process of
Lodging op&ons at Bethany House are single occupancy for sharing with each other how this will be addressed within
$100, or double occupancy for $170, and both include meals their new family dynamic. All the Retreat Facilitators have
and materials. Non-overnight (commu&ng) a$endees are journeyed through the trials and blessings of living in their
welcome for $120 including meals and materials. This annual own blended family and are willing to share their stories and
retreat typically fills quickly, so sZrancis.ws/ssd to register help with the ques&ons the a$ending couples may have.
today! Visit sZrancis.ws/just-added-remarriage-retreat to register
for $320 per couple including lodging, meals, and materials.
SAINT MARTHA PARISH, 1100 WEST GRAND RIVER, OKEMOS, MI 48864 517-349-1763 WWW.ST-MARTHA.ORG
PARISH MISSION STATEMENT
Walking together in Word and Sacrament, the Catholic
Community of Saint Martha shares the redeeming love of
Christ through acts of faith, hope, and charity. SIGN UP FOR E-NEWS UPDATES AT
WWW. ST-MARTHA.ORG
PARISH OFFICE HOURS MASS OPPORTUNITIES
Monday through Friday 8 am to 4 pm
Saturday
5 pm
GENERAL PARISH INFORMATION
Registra ons and Informa on Updates can be done online via the Sunday
My Own Church link on our website, or in person at the Parish Office. 8 am, 10 am, 5 pm
Faith Forma on ins&lls in your children a sense of awe and wonder, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
and a knowledge and deep commitment to the love of God. We seek 8:30 am
to teach as Jesus taught, and to nurture the Faith that you as parents Wednesday
are ins&lling in your children as their primary educators. We have 6 pm
classes for Pre-K through 12th. To register, contact Jackie Rosalez. Saturday 9 am - at Saint Mary Church
Intercessory Prayer individuals remain on the list un&l the Office is 157 High Street, Williamston
no&fied otherwise. Contact the Office to be added to the prayers and
to update names. RECONCILIATION OPPORTUNITIES
Military Individuals for Prayer remain on the list un&l we are no&fied Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
of their return home. a;er 8:30 am Mass un&l all are heard
Wednesday
Bulle n Ar cles Must Be Emailed to IvyLynn by Noon on the Monday
6:45 to 7:15 pm
2 weeks prior to the weekend you are reques&ng for publica&on.
Saturday
Mass Announcements Must Be Emailed to IvyLynn by Noon on the 3:30 to 4:30 pm
Wednesday of the week prior to the weekend you are reques&ng.
Other mes
By Appointment
SCHOOL INFORMATION
Contact Us: 517-349-3322 Lent and Advent
Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 3:30 pm Announced as Scheduled
Full Day PreK to 8: Monday through Friday, 8 am to 3:30 pm
Half Day PreK: Monday through Friday, 8 to 11:30 am PRAYER OPPORTUNITIES
Monday
SACRAMENTAL INFORMATION Interna&onal Rosary a;er 8:30 am Mass
Bap sms are celebrated the 2nd Sundays during Mass, and rotate Tuesday
through the 4 different Mass &mes. Prepara&on classes are held the Holy Hour of Repara&on a;er 8:30 am Mass
2nd Mondays at 7 pm. Contact the Parish Office to register.
Wednesday
Anoin ng of the Sick and Communion to Shut Ins are available by 5:30 pm Rosary for the Unborn
contac&ng the Parish Office. 5:45 pm Our Mother of Perpetual Help Devo&ons
Marriage Prepara on begins with the Priest prior to seVng up a Adora&on a;er 6:30 pm Mass
Wedding date, and at least 6 months in advance of your ideal date. un&l 7:20 pm Benedic&on
Contact the Parish Office to begin arrangements. Thursday
8 am Rosary for Peace and those suffering from war
The Adult Sacrament of Ini a on (RCIA) is for any older teen or adult
who is considering becoming Catholic or who wants to learn more Friday
about our Faith. Contact Deacon Carl Boehlert for more informa&on. Rosary a;er 8:30 am MassYou can also read
