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Saint Mary’s Church 15164 Juniper Dr. Marne, MI 49435 / 616.677.3934 / www.saintmarysmarne.org September 3, 2017 ~ The Twenty Second Sunday in Ordinary Time Weekend Mass Schedule: Saturday 4:30 PM Saint Marys Sunday 7:30 AM Saint Michaels-Coopersville Sunday 9:00 AM Saint Michaels-Coopersville Sunday 11:00 AM Saint Mary’s Weekday Mass Schedule: Tuesday 9AM Saint Mary’s Adoration begins after Mass until 4:00 pm Wednesday 9AM - Saint Michaels- Coopersville Adoration begins after Mass until 5:00 pm Thursday 9:00 AM Saint Marys Friday 9:00 AM Saint Michaels-Coopersville Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturday 3:30 PM—4:15 PM (or anytime by appt.) Saint Mary’s Wednesday 3:00 PM—4:00 PM (or anytime by appt.) Saint Michael’s St Mary’s Mission Statement: We, the Roman Catholic community of St. Mary's, by our baptism have become the People of God, dedicated to living and proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We are a community built on faith and the sharing of individual talents, abilities and skills for the sake of the Kingdom of God. Empowered by the Holy Spirit and strengthened by prayer and the sacraments, we continue the mission of Jesus to reveal God's presence in all of human life. Pastor: Rev. Ayub Francis Nasar / [email protected] Parish Secretary: Cathie VanGessel / [email protected] Business Manager: Todd Kline / [email protected] Pastoral Minister, RCIA and Marriage Programs, Director of Cemetery : Dr. Allan Ten Eyck / [email protected] Director of Faith Formation: Theresa Steffes 616.677.3934/ [email protected] Youth Minister—Life Teen grades 9-12 Michael Hurst / [email protected] Organist & Choir Director: John Vesbit 616.453.6689 Maintenance: Jim Looks 616.677.3934 Martha League: Parish Office: 616.677.3934 (assistance with meals during illness or injury) Pastoral Council: Sharon Davis, Wendy Reffeor, Georgia Noel, Sarah Russell, Vito Dolci, Geary Farrell, Doug Frantz Finance Council: Arlyn Doornbos, Ruth Kasul, Todd Kline, Scott Lampe, Paul Lothschutz. Mel Northup Care and Visitation of the Sick: Parish Office: 677.3934 Sacraments of Baptism & Matrimony: Parish Office-616.677.3934 Prayer Line: Parish Office 616.677.3934 or Linda at 677.3269 for evening requests call Darlene 616.453.0157 or email: [email protected] Our Cluster Parish: St Michael’s—Coopersville, MI 49404 616.384.4026 / www.saintmichaels.us

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Page 1: Saint Mary’s ChurchSep 03, 2017  · Emma Ruwersma Eucharistic Host Michelle Lampe Austin Lampe Steve Lampe Janette Ney Lloyd Ney Becky Warners ... Lector 1 Doug Frantz Allan TenEyck

Saint Mary’s Church 15164 Juniper Dr. Marne, MI 49435 / 616.677.3934 / www.saintmarysmarne.org

September 3, 2017 ~ The Twenty Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

Weekend Mass Schedule: Saturday 4:30 PM Saint Marys Sunday 7:30 AM Saint Michaels-Coopersville Sunday 9:00 AM Saint Michaels-Coopersville Sunday 11:00 AM Saint Mary’s Weekday Mass Schedule: Tuesday 9AM Saint Mary’s Adoration begins after Mass until 4:00 pm Wednesday 9AM - Saint Michaels-Coopersville Adoration begins after Mass until 5:00 pm Thursday 9:00 AM Saint Marys Friday 9:00 AM Saint Michaels-Coopersville Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturday 3:30 PM—4:15 PM (or anytime by appt.) Saint Mary’s Wednesday 3:00 PM—4:00 PM (or anytime by appt.) Saint Michael’s

St Mary’s Mission Statement: We, the Roman Catholic community of St. Mary's, by our baptism have become the People of God, dedicated to living and proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We are a community built on faith and the sharing of individual talents, abilities and skills for the sake of the Kingdom of God. Empowered by the Holy Spirit and strengthened by prayer and the sacraments, we

continue the mission of Jesus to reveal God's presence in all of human life.

Pastor: Rev. Ayub Francis Nasar / [email protected]

Parish Secretary: Cathie VanGessel / [email protected]

Business Manager: Todd Kline / [email protected]

Pastoral Minister, RCIA and Marriage Programs, Director of Cemetery : Dr. Allan Ten Eyck / [email protected]

Director of Faith Formation: Theresa Steffes 616.677.3934/ [email protected]

Youth Minister—Life Teen grades 9-12 Michael Hurst / [email protected]

Organist & Choir Director: John Vesbit 616.453.6689

Maintenance: Jim Looks 616.677.3934

Martha League: Parish Office: 616.677.3934 (assistance with meals during illness or injury)

Pastoral Council: Sharon Davis, Wendy Reffeor, Georgia Noel, Sarah Russell, Vito Dolci, Geary Farrell, Doug Frantz

Finance Council: Arlyn Doornbos, Ruth Kasul, Todd Kline, Scott Lampe, Paul Lothschutz. Mel Northup

Care and Visitation of the Sick: Parish Office: 677.3934

Sacraments of Baptism & Matrimony: Parish Office-616.677.3934

Prayer Line: Parish Office 616.677.3934 or Linda at 677.3269 for evening requests call Darlene 616.453.0157 or email: [email protected]

Our Cluster Parish: St Michael’s—Coopersville, MI 49404 616.384.4026 / www.saintmichaels.us

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Welcome to the Cluster Parishes of St. Mary and St. Michael

St. Michael’s Liturgical Ministers for next week.

Sept. 10—7:30 AM Sept. 10—9:00 AM

Altar Servers

Craig Kutchin Karlee Kutchin Katie Jo Kutchin

Elly DeGraaf Lily DeGraaf Andrew Roush

Eucharistic Ministers

Denise Parish Dave Carlson Sharon Carlson Sue Felicioni Kathy Maka Ray Maka Jeremy Cusick

Cindy Bleckley Marissa Bleckley Sean Roush Greg Helsen Karen Helsen Peyton Helsen Lauren Helsen

Greeters Pat & Carol Hehl Dennis & Sue Smith

Lectors Jeff Johnson Lyndsey Kosten

Sacristan Jane Vitunskas Cindy Bleckley

Ushers

Ray Maka Peter Nielsen Dave Tronovich Deb Tronovich

Greg Helsen Connor Helsen Dennis Smith Herb Schoenborn

Music Craig Bleckley Craig Bleckley

Mass Schedule and Intentions MA=St. Mary’s MI=St. Michael’s

Saturday Sept 2 4:30 p.m. MA Lucy Rasch by Mary Rasch

Sunday Sept 3 7:30 a.m. MI Irene Jankowiak by M/M Sherm Hecksel 9:00 a.m. MI Rosemary Stevenson by Joe Hitchings

11:00 a.m. MA For our Parish Cluster Family Monday Sept 4 No Mass Tuesday Sept 5

9:00 a.m. MA Gordy Dietrich by M/M William Alt Adoration begins after Mass until 4pm

Wednesday Sept 6 9:00 a.m. MI Florence Lindberg by Lerine Lindberg Thursday Sept 7

9:00 a.m MA Fran Egan by M/M Bob Behler Friday Sept 8 9:00 a.m. MI Mart Egan by Steve and Anna Marshall Saturday Sept 9

4:30 p.m. MA Robert Martin by Margaret Wiest

Sunday Sept 10 7:30 a.m. MI Angela Steffes by Arthur Klein Sr.

9:00 a.m. MI S.J. Hecksel by Lucy O’Bradovich

11:00 a.m. MA Mass At Cemetery Altar (weather permitting) Fred Keena by Family

September 3, 2017 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Submissions to the bulletin must be made in writing and sent via mail or email to [email protected] or [email protected]. The deadline is Monday at noon for the following Sunday’s Bulletin. Thank you!

Readings for the Week of September 3, 2017 Sunday Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time Jer 20:7-9; Ps 63:2, 3-4, 5-6, 8-9; Rom 12:1-2; Mt 16:21-27 Monday 1 Thes 4:13-18; Ps 96:1 and 3, 4-5, 11-12, 13; Lk 4:16-30 Tuesday 1 Thes 5:1-6, 9-11; Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14; Lk 4:31-37 Wednesday Col 1:1-8; Ps 52:10, 11; Lk 4:38-44 Thursday Col 1:9-14; Ps 98:2-3ab, 3cd-4, 5-6; Lk 5:1-11 Friday The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Mi 5:1-4a or Rom 8:28-30; Ps 13:6ab, 6c; Mt 1:1-16, 18-23 or 1:18-23 Saturday Saint Peter Claver, Priest Col 1:21-23; Ps 54:3-4, 6 and 8; Lk 6:1-5 Sunday Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time Ez 33:7-9; Ps 95:1-2, 6-7, 8-9; Rom 13:8-10; Mt 18:15-20

St. Mary’s Liturgical Ministers for next week.

Sept 9-4:30PM Sept 10-11AM

Altar Servers

Jack Kluting Elayne Klatt

Megan Rogers Emma Ruwersma

Eucharistic Ministers Host

Michelle Lampe Austin Lampe Steve Lampe

Janette Ney Lloyd Ney Becky Warners

Eucharistic Ministers Cup

Jim Harlett Pat Harlett Butch Schoenborn Rose Mary Schoenborn

Need One Roseanne Lynch Nettie Leale Jose Gomez

Hospitality Ministers

Jim Schwallier Joyce Schwallier Matt Karr Leo Byrne Monica Zahm Helen Byrne

Jim Looks Marian Looks Don Banks Leonard Horter Wayne Kensil Pat Kensil

Lector 1 Doug Frantz Allan TenEyck

Lector 2 Need One Geary Farrell

Music John Vesbit John Vesbit

BISHOP DAVID J. WALKOWIAK ASKS US TO PRAY FOR OUR SEMINARIANS

Loving God, raise up dedicated leaders who will shepherd your people and guide them to your Son. Give generous and willing hearts to the seminarians of our Diocese who have heard your call to live a life of ser-vice to the Church. Help us to encourage and support them as they strive to become priests who are models of discipleship, possessors of wisdom and on fire with love for your people. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

We especially pray for: Michael Goodwin

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The Twenty Second Sunday in Ordinary Time September 3, 2017

Visit www.saintmarysmarne.org for all church happenings! “Like” St. Mary’s Catholic Church—Marne

on Facebook and “Follow “ us on Twitter and download our MyParishApp

SAVE THE DATES

Giving Back to God

William Brown, Sharon Cook, Pat Goodwin, Mary Klein, Mike Magnotta, Jon Perrin, Ann Pols, Mabel Siemen, Kathleen Sobie, Judy Wensink and the personal intentions that St Mary’s Parish parishioners hold close to their hearts. If you or a loved one would like to be added to this prayer list, please contact the parish office at 677.3934 or Linda at 677.3269 for evening requests call Darlene 616.453.0157 or email: [email protected]

PLEASE REMEMBER THESE ST. MARY’S PARISHIONERS IN YOUR PRAYERS

Children’s Liturgy Pre-School thru 2nd Grade— During 11AM Mass. Religious Education 1st-7th Grade / Wednesdays at Hall / 6:15- 7:30pm 8th grade/Confirmation / Wednesdays at Hall / 6:45-8:30pm

Classes Resume: Sept 24 - Pre-School thru 2nd grade Sept 20 - 1st-7th Grade @ Parish Hall Nov 8 - 8th grade- / Parent & Candidate Meeting Sept 17

Accepting Registrations for the 2017/18 School Year! Forms are available online or in the Narthex

For more information on any of these programs please contact our Director of Religious Education, Theresa Steffes at 677.3934 or 677.5065 or [email protected]

High School Ministry - see cluster page for more info. SEPT 17 ~ YOUTH MINISTRY KICK OFF

St. Mary’s Mass & Parish Picnic Sept 10. Mass at the Cemetery Altar 11AM (weather permitting-

bring a lawn chair) Picnic at Parish Hall 12PM—3PM Join your parish family for FOOD, FELLOWSHIP & FUN! Please bring a salad or dessert to share. Volunteers are needed, please contact Angie 890.3937

ST MARY’S PARISH NEWS ST MARY’S RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS

RCIA--Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults-- Inquiry Classes will begin in September. Please consider, especially if:

You are unbaptized and want to become a

Catholic Christian

You were baptized in another Christian faith and wish to

become Catholic

You were baptized in the Catholic Church but never

confirmed

You are not sure if the Catholic Church is for you, but

would like to learn more. Contact Jill Brown (text or call): 947-2054. Plan to attend an informational meeting on Sunday, September 10 at 10:00 in the parish hall conference room.

Sept 10 Annual Parish Picnic

Sept 17 Catechetical Sunday

Sept 17 Knights of Columbus Community Breakfast

Sept 23 Marriage Enrichment / Date Night

Oct 8 Knights of Columbus Community Breakfast

Oct 21 Marriage Enrichment / Date Night

Oct 22 Knights Veterans Dinner

Oct 25 Flute & Piano Recital

Nov 4 Marriage Enrichment / Date Night

Nov 12 Knights of Columbus Community Breakfast

Nov 23 Thanksgiving Mass, Annual Slide Show & Grocery Drive

Dec 4 Christmas By Candlelight

Dec 10 Knights of Columbus Community Breakfast

Jan 13, 2018 Marriage Enrichment / Date Night

Jan 14, 2018 Knights of Columbus Community Breakfast

Feb 3, 2018 Valentine Dinner & Dance

Feb 10, 2018 Marriage Enrichment / Date Night

Feb 18, 2018 Knights of Columbus Community Breakfast

Mar 17, 2018 Marriage Enrichment / Date Night

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR GODS KITCHEN: Volunteers are needed from 10AM to 2PM, Sept 9, Oct 14, Nov 11 & Dec 9. Sign-Up forms available in the Narthex.

New Date Night / Marriage Enrichment Program beginning Sept 23. See Cluster Page for more info!

August 19/20 Adult (121) $6729.00

Loose $623.00

Children’s $12.00

Total $7364.00

Capital Improvement $110.00

August 26/27 Adult (107) $4635.00

Loose $181.00

Children’s $7.60

Total $4823.60

Capital Improvement $355.00

Thank you for your continued support!

HELP NEEDED / The Art & Environment Committee is

responsible for creating a prayerful environment in the worship space throughout the liturgical year. Through the use of color, fabric, flowers, banners, lighting, statuary, sacred images, and many original elements this committee works to create an envi-ronment that draws the congregation into the particular season (Advent, Ordinary Time, Christmas, Lent, the Triduum, Easter, and Pentecost, etc.) or celebration. Their creative work can be viewed throughout the year as they help to unfold the annual liturgical calendar that moves us through the great mysteries of our faith culminating in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. All members of the faith community, high school age or older, are eligible to be a part of this ministry. No training is required, but a talent for art and decorating is helpful. This team meets once a month to plan, and some weekends and/or weekdays to decorate. Please call the Parish Office if you are interested in being a part of this committee.

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Welcome to the Cluster Parishes of St. Mary and St. Michael

FLPC Prepares for 3rd Annual Trail Run/Walk—11650 Downes St NE, Lowell, Michigan 49331. Musicians are tuning up! Trails are being prepared! Are you getting ready for the Third Annual 5K Trail Run/Walk on October 7, 2017? The Franciscan stew, the bread, the t-shirts and the kids’ run will all be back, AND we’ve added a 10k Run. Register to-day! Cost:$30 www.lifeprocesscenter.org

Men mark your calendars. That Man is You! begins Wed, Sept 13 from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. at St. Mary's Church. That Man is You! combines Scripture, solid secular research, and a little fun to address the pressures and temptations facing men in our modern culture. It seeks to form authentic leaders who will be capable of transforming homes and society. Please contact Steve Steffes for more info: [email protected]

ST. MICHAEL’S SPONSOR OF THE WEEK

Stanley Home Products—Winnie Spencer Coopersville (616) 837-8631

THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR BULLETIN!

St. Michael’s Council #9909 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS NEWS:

The St. Michael’s Knights meet on the 1st Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. For more information, visit

https://saintmichaels.us/knights-of-columbus-9909

COMMUNITY NEWS & EVENTS CLUSTER NEWS

Alexis Yost & Randy Looks Sept 30, 2017 (St Mary)

Liz Nelson & Billy Morey November 11, 2017 (St. Michael)

Lord God, the source of all love, the wise plan of your providence has brought these young people together. As they prepare themselves for the sacrament of marriage and pray for your grace, grant that, strengthened by your blessing, they may grow in their respect for one another and cherish each other with a sincere love. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen

September 17 ~ High School Youth Ministry Kickoff Night.

Parents please join us for the festivities and a short parent meeting.

Watch future bulletins for more information!

Youth/Life Teen Nights - Sundays from 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. at St. Michael’s.. All High School students are welcome, Bring a friend! For more information on any of these events, please contact Michael at 616-384-4026 / 616.677.5065 or [email protected]

St. Mary’s Knights of Columbus Council #11581 News The Knights meet on the 1st Thursday of the month at 8:00PM in the Parish Hall. For more info please contact Grand Knight: Steve Lampe:(616) 293-7355 or visit: https://saintmarysmarne.org/knights-of-

Annual Blessing of Musicians of the Diocese of GR. Calling all cantors, instrumentalists, choir members, and music directors to come and celebrate your love for music and liturgy with other musicians of the diocese at the annual Evening Prayer and Blessing of Musicians. Most Rev. David J. Walk-owiak will preside at Evening Prayer with musicians in the Cathedral of Saint Andrew on September 12, at 7 p.m. Refreshments will follow afterward on the Piazza Secchia.

Hurt Plaguing Your Marriage? Do you feel lost, alone or bored in your marriage? Are you frustrated, hurt or angry with your spouse? Are you constantly fighting? Or, do you simply shut down? Have you thought about separation or divorce? Does talking only make it worse? Rediscover healing and love and find hope by attending Retrouvaille. The program offers tools needed to rediscover a loving marriage relationship. The next Retrouvaille weekend begins September 29, 2017. Space is limited, please reserve your spot today. To register (616) 752-7004 or online visit http://helpourmarriage.org.

PRAY FOR OUR ENGAGED COUPLES

YOUTH MINISTRY (YM)2

Crafters/Vendors Needed-- The Girls of Grace from Grace Lutheran Church in Coopersville is planning the Party of Par-ties fundraiser for Saturday, October 28, 2017. Are you a home-based business representative or you have a friend or relative who is one (example: Pampered Chef, Avon, Norwex, etc.) OR do you make craft items to sell? If you might like to set up a table at our event contact Joni Hoyer at 837-1442 or [email protected] as soon as possible. Thanks for your help.

ST. MARY’S SPONSOR OF THE WEEK

MOERMAN PEST CONTROL Termite & Pest Control

Family Owned Business ~ 616.735.1840 THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR BULLETIN!

VIRTUS TRAINING: St. Michael’s is hosting a Protecting

God’s Children Session. The Diocese of Grand Rapids re-quires all volunteers (18 years and older) who are involved in any programs i.e. Preschool, VBS, Faith Formation or any other program that people have contact with children or young people need to attend a one-time session. This FREE course will be held on Monday, October 17th at 6:30 pm in our Fami-ly Center. To register for a session go to https://www.virtusonline.org/virtus/reg_list2.cfm?theme=0, select the Grand Rapids Diocese.

Marriage Enrichment / Date Night What if marriage is

more than you think it is? What if your marriage is designed to be a mysterious, powerful, and vital part of God's work in the world? To find out come and be a part of our new marriage enrichment program, Beloved, beginning Saturday, September 23rd. At St Mary’s-Marne. Whether you have been married for 6 months or 60 years, this program is for you! Watch for more information.

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St. Michael’s Parish family remembers in their prayers: Art Klein, Sr., Bill Spencer, Lee Marshall, Helen Langlois, Kevin Johnson, Chase & Harrison Tasker, Dawn Stevens, Anne Pols, Lucille O’Bradovich, Rose Vargo, Margaret Langlois, Al & Winnie Spencer, Ruth Langlois, Alexandria Gordon, George and Gladys Langlois, Brooke Campbell, Linda Abel-Carroll, Jackie May, Bev Hehl, the victims of abortion, and the men and women in the military.

ST. MICHAEL’S PARISH NEWS

RECYCLE PAPER IN THE PAPER GATOR What is it? The PaperGator® is a fundraiser where St. Michael’s is paid to collect paper products for recycling.

What CANNOT go in the bins? Paperboard (Grocery Item boxes) Plastic Metal Trash Glass Cardboard

What CAN go in the bins? Newsprint Catalogs/Magazines Junk Mail Phone Books Office/School paper Hard and soft cover books

St. Michael’s Sanctuary Lamp For Pete & Marge Ferwerda

By Pam Raczkiewicz

Giving Back to God St. Michael’s Contributions from last week.

Adult Envelopes $3,365.00

Loose Cash $198.00

Children’s Envelopes $5.10

Total $3,568.10

Budgeted Income $5,913.00

Surplus/Deficit ($2,344.90)

Financial Assistance $25.00

Building Fund $25.00

Thank you for your continued support!

The Twenty Second Sunday in Ordinary Time September 3, 2017

ST. MICHAEL’S FAITH FORMATION

YOU CAN STILL REGISTER FOR 2017-2018—Calling all families of 3 & 4 year olds. Small class size with individualized, fun learning. Tuition discounts and scholarships available. Pre-school meets MWF from 8:45-11:45 am. Your child must be 3 or 4 by October 1, 2017. For more info, call our Preschool Director, Annette Lown at 616-384-4026. First class will be Wed., Sep. 6.

ST. MICHAEL’S PRESCHOOL NEWS

Scrip News: Thank you to our 16 families that purchased Scrip this

week. Our total profit was $88.56. We are now carrying a limited amount

of Meijer $50 in stock.

Parish Prayer Line : If you would like to request

a prayer for our parish prayer line please contact Mary Ann Laug at 616-837-8223 or Winnie Spencer at 616-837-8631

Faith Formation Registration forms can be found on the Parish website and in the church Narthex. Children’s Liturgy of the Word: this program is offered on Sunday during the 9:00 Mass. Children 3-7 years old are welcome to join us each week as we pray, read and explore the Sunday Gospel from a child’s viewpoint. We include the Gospel Acclamation so children under-stand the importance of preparing our mind and heart for the Gospel reading. CLW will start on September 24th. Elementary Faith Formation: The elementary program is for students in grades 1-5. We meet on Wednesday from 6:00- 7:30 pm. Registration forms are in the back of church and on the parish website. Classes start on September 27th. Contact Debbie if you have any questions (616)384-4026. Middle School Faith Formation: Grades 6, 7 and 8 will meet on Sun-days after the 9am Mass from 10:15 to 11:30 in the Youth Room and will begin on September 24. The 8th Grade students will also receive Con-firmation Preparation High School Youth Ministry (YM2): September 17 ~ Youth Ministry Kickoff 7-8:30 PM at St. Michael’s

VIRTUS TRAINING: St. Michael’s is hosting a Protecting

God’s Children Session. The Diocese of Grand Rapids requires all volunteers (18 years and older) who are involved in any pro-grams i.e. Preschool, VBS, Faith Formation or any other program that people have contact with children or young people need to attend a one-time session. This FREE course will be held on Mon-day, October 2nd at 6:00 pm in our Family Center. To register for a session go to https://www.virtusonline.org/virtus/reg_list2.cfm?theme=0, select the Grand Rapids Diocese.

THE DENNISON FEDERAL CREDIT UNION—The DFCU is open in the Parish Office on Sundays from 8:30-10:30 am. Stop by the office or call Dave Busman at 616-502-8319 if you would like information or have questions.

St. Michael’s Parish Festival and Chicken Dinner was a huge success last weekend! Thank you to everyone who helped make this possible. A special thank you to our Festival Co-Chairs, Cindy Bleckley and Julie Reames who spent countless hours preparing for this event. Keep checking the bulletin in the weeks to come for the Festival financial report and list of winners!

Save the Dates: St. Michael’s Euchre Parties will begin this Fall! The dates are: November 18, January 20, February 17 and March 10.

Church Chuckle: Q: Who is the smartest man in the Bible? A: Abraham. He knew a Lot.

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