Fr. Craig's Contemplations
Pentecost Sunday
We welcome to St. Anne’s for Pentecost weekend
Fr. Brian Chabala who will celebrate our Vigil Mass and Fr. Tom Slowinski who will celebrate our Sunday Masses. Throughout the world we remember the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost. Scholars remind us that the Holy Spirit with his grace draws us to Jesus. It is through the workings of the Holy Spirit the mystery of Christ is made present. And it is through the Holy Spirit that we find reconciliation and communion with God.
On a practical note, I would like to thank all of those who have supported our 1.33 campaign, we have now raised over $4,000 for our parking lot; again, thank you! We have left out special envelopes in the gathering area if you require one. Some of you may be aware that our weekly collection(s) year-to-date is nearly $15,000 lower than our projected budget. First for all of those who are supporting St. Anne’s; thank you! In order to respond to this shortage, after consultation with our Parish Finance Council and our Priest Moderator, Fr. Scott Thibodeau, it was determined it would be best to reduce expenses. In order to do this, it was decided it would be best to close St. Anne’s each week on Thursday(s). And so, beginning June 1, 2023, St. Anne’s will be closed each week on Thursday(s). This will be a permanent change in our operations schedule.
As we celebrate the Solemnity of Pentecost, let us hold in prayer the five transitional Deacons for the Archdiocese of Detroit who will be ordained on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at the Cathedral. And our own, Deacon Matthew Chartier who will be ordained for the Diocese of Marquette on Friday, June 2, 2023.
May God Bless you!
Fr. Craig
Readings
READINGS FOR May 28, 2023
FEAST OF PENTECOST
1st Reading-Acts of the Apostles 2: 1-11-On Pentecost, the Holy Spirit was sent to the disciples in the form of fiery tongues. They began to speak in different tongues, “as the Spirit enabled them to proclaim.”
Responsorial Psalm: “Lord send out your Spirit, and renew the face of the earth.”
2nd Reading-1 Corinthians 12: 3b-7, 12-13 -The apostle Paul wrote that there are many gifts but the same Spirit, different ministries, but the same Lord.
Gospel Acclamation-Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia! “Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love.”
Gospel of John 20: 19-23 -Jesus appeared and told the disciples, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I send you…Receive the Holy Spirit.”
Prayers of the Faithful
THE SOLEMNITY OF PENTECOST MAY 28, 2023
PRAYERS OF THE FAITHFUL
1) Let us pray for the Church:
God of Spirit and truth, guide our religious leaders, the pope and the bishops and all who serve in the ministry of your Church.
We pray to the Lord…
2) Let us pray for every nation under heaven:
May each of us hear in our own tongue the message of peace, and be glad in your works, Lord. Bless all nurses, doctors and first responders.
We pray to the Lord…
3) Let us pray for healing in our land and with each other:
Loving God, make the scourge of racism cease. Let us treat each other as brothers and sisters, not enemies.
We pray to the Lord…
4) Let us pray for the sick and the suffering:
Heal our wounds, our strength renew. Bless our friends
Stan Wenseley
Marcy Klamka
James Howard
Gladys Johnson
Mary Wong
and for all who have asked for our prayers.
We pray to the Lord…
5) Let us remember the dead:
Eternal Spirit, have mercy on our beloved ones, especially –
(4:00 Mass) Leo Fetzer, Jr., David Brown
(8:30 Mass) Margaret Kengerski
(10:30 Mass) Patrick Mooney, Pam Marshall
We pray to the Lord…
Announcements
ANNOUNCEMENTS – MAY 28, 2023
On Friday, June 1st Wojo’s is having a fundraiser to benefit OCEF. Please mention this before you pay for your purchase.
The quilting and craft group will meet next Saturday, June 3rd from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Solanus Hall.
It's time to register for Vacation Bible School summer camp. All children ages 4- grade 5 are invited to join us for camp June 19-23 from 9am-12noon. Come join us for fun under God's Big Top! Registration forms are available in the gathering area or in the parish office. Help us get ready for a fun and faith-filled week of camp. We are collecting small prizes and prepackaged snacks for our VBS camp. Please place all donations in the bin located in the gathering area. Thank you for your help!
We are having a baby bottle drive for Oxford Pregnancy Center until Father’s day. All monies will assist mothers who have chosen to raise their babies. We thank you for your generosity.
Our annual flower planting will take place on Wednesday, May 31st at 8:30 a.m. Please bring your garden tools and a smile. make-up date in case of rain will be Friday, June 2nd.
Our monthly potluck dinner will be next Saturday after the 4 p.m. Mass. All are welcome.
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