Fr. An ordinary priest is not allowed to excommunicate you. Accept your lack of control. Tom! Thank you, Fr. Zbigniew! As members of several churches during the course of our marriage, we have known many pastors by name but none knew us by name. How rude of these people who rarely come to church, I thought. With love he gave me this gift to learn his idiom. He is the priest who Pope Francis said, Go among the parishioners and seek the wounded, make everyone feel welcome, and be a tireless servant, and Fr. Fr. Fr. He could have retired 15 years ago, but has stayed on at St. Anselm, where he is cherished by his parishioners. O loving and gracious God, Father of all, you. You can't control who loves you, who leaves you, who helps you, who betrays you. Ignatius of Loyola, The parishioners of St. Joseph Parish, Erie, We at St. Benedict Parish in Waterford are truly blessed to have Fr. Establish a Relationship "Don't tell him what you don't like if that's the first time you've bothered to talk to him." "Say hello before telling him what's wrong." 14. When Fr. I thank God for his abundant blessing in sending us such a wonderful pastor. Thank you, Fr. He really is the ultimate epitome of what a priest should be a true representative of Christ. He truly exemplifies what it means to be a Good Shepherd. We just want to let you know what a blessing Fr. My son met Father at a funeral for his brother-in-law last year and, both impressed and moved by Fathers eulogy, began to attend his church. The woman will want to make excuses for him and will probably always love him. Cornelius Okeke at St. Andre Bessette Parish in Ecorse. Booze. The family was overjoyed when he sang Las Mananitas in Spanish for their relative. One thing he introduced was to have benches placed around the outside of the church building to encourage people to linger before and after Mass and get to know each other better. Zbigniew Grankowski, has been a blessing to me when I needed an annulment, and he did everything to see to this. I know that my fiancee Emily, and my mother and aunt, all of Michigan, are so thankful for his blessing as well. His faith and LOVE keeps us coming and we are a beacon of light. I recall my feelings of sadness a few years later, as I read of his death in an accident on the freeway. With three sons to raise in this world filled with distractions and moral challenges, my husband and I are grateful that Uncle Pat is an active presence in our family; a sign not only of love of family, but love of God. Thomas has been and always will be a special blessing to me. His kindness, love and compassion know no bounds. Although I have only known Fr. Thank you, Fr. What more could I ask from a loving God as I navigate through lifes complexities? Greg and prayed hard for everything to work out. G.M. Dan Trapp as my pastor. Fr. My love and respect for Father continues to grow and I honor him and pray that he will continue his work as our parish pastor. Watching him all these years is the reason I love giving my time providing Communion and prayer to many hospitals of the sick. For his happiness and that he may be well-rested: Pray that your priest is happy and he finds things that give him life . David Lesniak, has been at St. Alphonsus in Dearborn for more than 11 years. Our priest is Fr. I return it all to You and surrender it to the guidance of Your will. David Cybulski is to his parish (St. Joseph in Erie). He leads us in hymns at weekday Mass unaccompanied whether in English, Italian, Latin, or Polish and makes sure we are all in key. For our sons to have this presence of Christ an integral part of their lives has been profound. Stanley Pachla pastor of St. Veronica Parish in Eastpointe, is a special blessing in our lives. We could never thank Fr. Darrell Roman welcomed us with open arms. From my grandparents to our own children, we couldnt ask for a more faithful, inspirational and loving parish priest than Msgr. Fr. Provide a Vacation - Without a doubt, there is one thing that every single pastor absolutely needs no matter who they are: rest.Whether this is a dubbed a vacation, trip, or sabbatical, all of the above allow for your pastor to . Denis. Greg has been appointed as pastor of our parish! Joseph Esper. Henry is the one who came into our lives and changed everything for the good. Your family, a house that you own, current residence, home of record, car registration, drivers license, area code, etc., could each be in a different state. You can't control your neighborhood, the traffic, the weather, or the economy. He has proven to be a good friend for the parishioners as demonstrated by the many Catholics who come to him for assistance in their time of need. of the gospel by lives of dedicated love. Ron enough!After Our Lady Queen of All Saints, closed we attended Mass at St. Isaac Jogues in St. Clair Shores, and Fr. Tom. Stanley Obloj as our pastor and shepherd. Every time I am in the hospital, this holy priest comes in to anoint me and listen to pains of my life journey. Good Friday, Easter and Christmas Mass brought us closer to the life of Christ. As Jesus taught us, the best leaders are those who serve and lead by example. I wasn't a romantic until I met you. Fr. And Samuel got up and went to Eli and said, "Here I am; you called me.". His kindness and generosity extends to all and he makes a point to visit all who were sick whether at home, or in the hospital. Dealing with Rejection Next, comes acceptance. Angelus Ligeti, OFM. He understood all the questions and concerns that arose along the way and ensured that there were opportunities and forums to address them. I now take Communion to two homebound people. Hes back! May God continue to bless the people of our parish with the support and love of a priest that truly loves what he is and lives for the Lord! Reconciling earthly family matters with the teachings of Christ can be challenging. As we love the Lord Jesus, we enjoy Him. Jim is proficient in his teaching. Msgr. Always Pray for Your Priest We often ask our priests to pray for us, but don't forget how much they need our prayers too, regularly and unstintingly! The most common gift noted was a cash gift equivalent to one week of salary. You may now kiss the bride! Paul Chateau, pastor of Our Mother of Perpetual Help Parish in Oak Park, is an attentive shepherd to his flock. No. He is, as Bishop Robert Baker said at our last confirmation, a gentle, holy man. Amen. He has a very personal and public relationship with Jesus Christ that comprehends the struggles in our personal and private lives between faith and doubt. Please make time to attend the 11:30 a.m. Mass on a Sunday at 1491 Baldwin, Detroit, as my guest and get to meet this wonderful man and the parish. As a brand new pastor, Fr. Of course, the kids love the candy, but the real draw is Fr. 1 "I smile every time I think of you." Send a spontaneous text to let him know he's appreciated. Then He grows in us and reveals to us all the secrets of His heart. 22. provide for their needs through your providential. Sister Anne Mamienski, our pastoral associate, has been with us for one year. Active-duty service in the U.S. Army comes with living under unique circumstances. Robert Bauer at St. Mary, Our Lady Queen of Families Parish in Warren in July 2013. His ability to all of a sudden show up is uncanny; his homilies, which simply strike the right chord, touches our hearts exactly where it is needed. We thank GOD for Fr. We LOVE you Msgr. One was a Japanese family. Debbie SomandSt. Hugo of the Hills Parish, Bloomfield Hills. Thomas is greatly loved and respected by parishioners and the community. Aaron is also a strong spiritual leader and teacher who is very brave and courageous and will speak out to his parishioners at Mass, whenever necessary, about the current events affecting our Catholic faith, in his quest to get all of our souls to heaven!Fr. Greg has been faced with many challenges from angry parishioners after the blending of three parishes into one. He deserves it. Fr. Ray Bucon recently received the Legion of Merit Award, one of the highest awards given in the U.S. Army, for exceptionally meritorious service culminating in a 26-year career as Colonel and Brigade Chaplain. He comprehends, penetrates, and transforms our culture through his homilies. What a blessing this shepherd at St. Veronica Parish has been!Gianna House Board of Directors St. Veronica Parish, Eastpointe. You have made a big difference in the lives of the people of St. Mark. Robert McCabe of St. Pius X Parish in Southgate, a kind and caring individual who greatly helped during a family tragedy. Fr. Our children respond to his gentle love with their own love and respect. Dearest Lord, teach me to be generous: teach me to serve You as You deserve: to give and not to count the cost, to fight and not to heed the wounds, to toil and not to seek for rest, to labor and not to ask for reward save that of knowing I am doing your will. Tom and Evelyn Evasic and FamilySt. Barbara, Dearborn. Fr. Greg Rozborski!Margie Lyle St. Pio of Pietrelcina, Roseville. In general, if you explain to the priest the situation you are in, he will be able to adjust his guidance. Lord, I love you with all my heart.". People look for the big guy whenever they are at church, in the gathering space, attending school functions and sports activities. Larry Siroskey, was forced to take a medical leave. Greg has gotten to know his flock pretty well in the year we have known him. 11K views, 428 likes, 445 loves, 3.6K comments, 188 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from EWTN: Starting at 8 a.m. I first heard of him through my dad, a union-activist at Ford Motor, who used to also go to meetings at Holy Trinity Church in downtown Detroit; there Fr. You truly are a blessing to me!Janis Ayoub St. Mark, Warren. DETROIT As has become our custom as Priesthood Sunday approaches each year, The Michigan Catholic asked its readers to tell us about their priests. As a PIME missionary priest, Fr. Thank you, Msgr. Richard Perfetto for his service as parish administrator and for the calming influence he brought during our period of turmoil. Joe brings his spiritual energy to enliven the community and remind us that we must all go forth as disciples of Christ. Whatever suits his tastes, a nice bottle is always well-appreciated. Slaton, associate pastor of Our Lady on the River Parish, is such a knowledgeable priest. Although Fr. Father has been a priest a short time, but you can already see the future holds great opportunity for him. 9 likes, 0 comments - Carina Fraser (@that.catholic.widow) on Instagram: "Yesterday I spoke to the priest who married Keegan and I about how honouring Keegan as my husband." Carina Fraser on Instagram: "Yesterday I spoke to the priest who married Keegan and I about how honouring Keegan as my husband could still play a role in my life as a widow. Darrell is a very holy priest, a perfect homilist, has a beautiful singing voice and is very much a people-person. All of these are to "make up" for the sin, and to prove that the sorrow was sincere. We only hope that he agrees to stay on with us for the foreseeable future!Tom and Lisa Lewis Waterford. For the first time in many years Fr. Ed is a wonderful and faithful priest. Sometimes our parents cant get us to church to celebrate the sacrament of reconciliation and Fr. Fr. As a congregation, we also give thanks for anyone celebrating the gift of life for the coming week; we sing Happy Birthday to those who are having a birthday. And thus begins a lesson to those who would seek to harm: Never underestimate what the Priest will do to protect the Princess and the Prick. He keeps our hearts on fire for God!We deeply cherish having Fr. Frequently he recalls childhood stories about antics with our oldest brother, Michael, and our sister Maureen whom he cherishes because he prayed for a sister. He empowers them to see beyond their parish boundaries to the betterment of the community and our faith. Aaron also offers himself to others. May the good Lord continue to bless you in your ministry. I could go on and on, but I think you get the gist of what my priest does in his parish. Mark Borkowski, who was our pastor and loved by our parish. Second, this "retirement" is typically the last thing a priests ever wants. Our archbishop shows justice, peace and joy while leading our Catholic schools and parishes. Bobs homily about Jesus divinity and humanity that first captured my sisters heart. It's a particularly poignant element of priestly discernment that most of us don't get to hear. He loved people, even those who did not see the goodness in him. For a believer to marry an unbeliever is to sin grievously against God and God's people. Once I made a presentation seeking help from the Downtown Businessmens Association, and he was a member of the board. Don WatzaSt. Joseph the Worker, Lake Orion. He inspires everyone with his wise words, always entwining the Gospel into daily life in his homilies. You might not have thought of alcohol as a good gift for your priest, but it's a sure thing. Tom now retired but still saying Mass at St. Matthias, hes still there helping us cope with cancer. Im sure he will bring his own special qualities and ideas that we are eager to embrace. Stanley, as a priest and a person, along with how fortunate our parish is to have him as our leader. Zbigniew Grankowski? Fr. To Father, excellence is not enough. The woman went first and revealed that she had been cheating on her husband with a male friend of the couple. This is one priest who cannot be replaced by his good deeds. Stanley. He is a loving and caring priest with a heart of gold. Barnabas is normally the celebrant at the weekly Mass that we attend, and his insightful homilies focus on the Scripture and its place in our world today. Fr. God has blessed us well!Students in the faith formation program at Immaculate Conception Parish, Ira Township. They have more projects not mentioned here, and they are young senior citizens. Tom Sutherland was pastor at St. Matthias Parish in Sterling Heights, that I noticed how he was dedicated to the Beatitudes of the Catholic faith. No. He takes a genuine interest in his parishioners and even their extended families and makes a point of greeting all who came to Mass. Abigail B. He taught us the meaning of love and brotherhood, and also I thank him because now I can write in English. Our pastor is a vocal supporter of Catholic education and furthers our mission daily. Mary TriggsOur Mother of Perpetual Help, Oak Park. Fr. Craig. Greg assigned to us meaning Sacred Heart of Roseville, Our Lady Queen of All Saints of Fraser and St. Athanasius of Roseville to consolidate us into one parish. Fr. He uplifts us spiritually and helps us remember our humanness and strengths, and encourages us to overcome lifes situations with faith and grace. Fr. A new priest comes into their parish and unilaterally makes decisions that change the culture and community. What makes Fr. Tim is director of priestly vocations, and Fr. The pastor's singular desire, Lord, is to serve and please You. John Zenz from Holy Name Parish in Birmingham. Fr. I appreciate the fact that Fr. Studying to become a priest did not isolate my brother from the dramas of family life. Announcements are saved until the end of Mass, again, not mixed in. You have a deep love for Christ and His Church. He cares deeply about his parishioners, which is evident from the amount of time he spends getting to know each one. I wonder what he does with his sex drive. No. These fine men have provided our family with countless, and I truly mean countless, selfless offerings of love, friendship, guidance and wisdom, all from their hearts, which are full of the Holy Spirit. Over 35 years ago at a small parish in Clinton Township named St. Valerie of Ravena, we received a new priest who was energetic, kind, loving and passionate about his faith. Thanks be to God for giving us the gift of Fr. Later we began to widen the notion to anything that pointed to or reminded us of God. He has managed a fairly large parish, a Catholic school, and the diverse needs of both. Fr. Today, we are stronger in our faith than ever before. He maintains our church beautifully. David Lesniak is leaving St. Alphonsus Church in Dearborn as of Oct. 1, we would like to let him know how much he will be missed as our pastor after all these years. When filled with spirituality, generosity of spirit and humility, they inspire us to become better Catholics and to carry our faith out into an often-hostile world. We believe that if there were more priests like him, wed have more people (especially younger ones) in our churches today. 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