Christmas Caroling Dearborn, MI

MusicWorkShop-Image“Joy to the world, the Lord is come” and other festive tunes have echoed through the streets of Dearborn, MI

for the past 15 years!  Men, women, boys, and girls from many church and ethnic backgrounds join together going door to bringing “peace on earth and goodwill to all!”

Plan on joining us caroling on 2 dates this year!!! We will be at Springwells Church, 14900 Michigan Ave., Dearborn, MI 48126, Saturday, December 1 at 1:00 pm and 5:00 pm and December 8 at Reach International Church, 1865 Nowlin St.

Dearborn, MI 48124 1:00pm and 5:00pm!

Bring $5 per person or $10 per family toward gift bags and bring some cookies to share afterward.

Call: Syd @ 704-451- 5893 or email lizrdld@yahoo.com for more information and to confirm you are coming!

Welcome to another beautiful day in the neighborhood.

SONY DSCThanks for being my neighbor and making our neighborhood beautiful.
If you could only sense how important you are to the lives of those you meet; how important you can be to the people you may never even dream of. There is something of yourself that you leave at every meeting with another person.

At every meeting with another person give them One Kind Word, and then . . .

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Social Security Fast-Tracks Decisions for People with Severe Disabilities

erin thompson Nov 2015Agency Expands Compassionate Allowance List

 Nancy A. Berryhill, Acting Commissioner of Social Security, today announced five new Compassionate Allowance conditions: Fibrolamellar Cancer, Megacystis Microcolon Intestinal Hypoperistalsis Syndrome (MMIHS), Megalencephaly-Capillary Malformation Syndrome (MCAP), Superficial Siderosis of the Central Nervous System, and Tetrasomy 18p. Compassionate Allowance is a program to quickly identify medical conditions and serious diseases that meet Social Security’s standards for disability benefits.

“For nearly a decade, the Compassionate Allowance list has helped us identify and fast-track cases where individuals have diseases that are most likely to be approved for disability benefits,” said Acting Commissioner Berryhill. “Social Security is committed to ensuring Americans with qualifying disabilities quickly receive the benefits they need.” Continue reading »

Padre Pio Prayer Group

CrossPrayerDear Fellow Parish Bulletin Reps:  November is dedicated to the Souls in Purgatory, whose feast is celebrated on November 2.  The Holy Father’s Intentions for the month of November 2018:  Universal – In Service of Peace:  That the language of love and dialogue may always prevail over the language of conflict.  Feasts for November:  All Saints (11/1), All Souls (11/2), Martin de Porres (11/3), Leo the Great (11/10) Josaphat (11/12), Frances Xavier Cabrini (11/13), Albert the Great (11/15) Margaret of Scotland, Gertrude (11/16), Elizabeth of Hungary (11/17), Presentation of Mary (11/21), Cecilia (11/22) Clement J; Columban;  Blessed Miguel Agustin Pro (USA), Thanksgiving Day (`11/23), Andrew Dung-Lac and Companions (11/24), Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe (11/25), Andrew (11/30).

 
Anyone who met Padre Pio believed that he had a direct connection with the afterlife,.  When asked about a dead relative or friend, it was fascinating the good Padre always had an answer.”More souls of the dead from Purgatory than of the living climb this mountain to attend my Masses and seek my prayers.” ‘The souls in Purgatory pray for us, and their prayers are even more effective than ours because they are accompanied by their suffering.  “So, let’s pray for them, and let’s pray them to pray for us.”  “Most of the saved pass through Purgatory before arriving at the fullness of beatitude.”  Pope Pius XII died in Castelgandolfo on October 9, 1958.  On that day Padre Pio told a Friar:  “Pius XII is in Heaven.  I saw him during Mass.”

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St. Joseph Parish, Sylvania

church-newsletter-clipart-20A Message from Our Pastor: Dear Friends, Each Christmas season, Saint Joseph Parish supports families with the Adopt-a-Family program. This program receives names from Heroes in Action, Sylvania Family Services, Harbor Behavioral, as well as our own parishioners.

The program ministers need assistance in identifying our own parish families that may need assistance from our program this Christmas Season.

If you know of a family that could benefit from this program, please contact Mrs. Laurie Neary, our Parish Nurse, at lneary@stjoesylvlania.org or 419- 885-5791, ext. 254. Thank you. In the Spirit of Saint Joseph, Rev. Monsignor Michael R. Billian, Pastor Continue reading »

Gifts For Friends For FREE — Author Unknown

SONY DSCTrue friends are not fussy or judgmental. They care not what you are worth or what you own. And they certainly understand the meaning of your friendship, and whatever you may give as a present comes from the heart. Here are some of the most heartfelt gifts you can offer good friends, without a bit of monetary investment.

1) THE GIFT OF LISTENING… 
But you must REALLY listen. No interrupting, no daydreaming, no planning your response. Just listening.

2) THE GIFT OF AFFECTION… 
Be generous with appropriate hugs, kisses, pats on the back and handholds. Let these small actions demonstrate the love you have for family and friends.

3) THE GIFT OF LAUGHTER… 
Clip cartoons. Share articles and funny stories. Your gift will say, “I love to laugh with you.”

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Fall Events at Pilgrim Church

Fall-Fun-ImageLocation: Pilgrim Church: 1375 W. Sylvania Ave., Toledo, OH 43612/(419) 478-6012

Wednesday Night Youth Alive: 5:00pm-7: 00 pm. Free Program for Area Youth Ages 5-17, Basketball, Dodgeball, Youth Fellowship, Guest Speakers, Movies & other activities, Refreshments provided

Community Harvest Celebration: Sat., Oct 20th from 2 pm to 4 pm. Food, games, activities, and fun!

Winter Clothing & Coat Drive. We are currently accepting gently used coats & all types of winter clothing (gloves, hats, scarves, etc.) to help those who come to us in need of clothing for their children. All sizes welcomed.  Continue reading »

St. Joseph Parish

ChurchClipartThe Sacrament of Baptism Baptismal Preparation sessions is held the second Wednesday of the month for first-time parents. Call the Parish Office to register. Baptisms are held the second and fourth Sunday of each month at 12:45. Baptisms are not held during the Lenten season. Reservations for both must be made at the Parish Office. 419-885-5791

The Sacrament of Marriage All arrangements are to be made with the Parish Center Office at least six months in advance. All must attend a Marriage Preparation Course. 419-885-5791

The Sacrament of the Sick Please contact the Parish Office regarding visitation by a parish minister for Communion calls to the homebound, hospital visitation or the Sacrament of the Sick. 419-885-5791

AN OPEN INVITATION to discuss the present crisis in the Church and to promote the healing of victims, the reform of the hierarchy and clergy, and the purification and holiness of the Church. OCTOBER 15, 2018 7:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m. FATHER WURZEL FAMILY CENTER. Continue reading »

FALL FAMILY FUN

 

Fall-Fun-ImagePILGRIM CHURCH EVENTS

Annual Chili Cook-Off: Oct. 7th ~ 11:30am-1: 30 pm is the $5 donation to taste all of the homemade chilis.  Vote for your favorite and enjoy beverages and desserts as well.
Autumn Cruise-In Car Show: Oct. 7th ~ 1:00pm-5: 00 pm is the FREE admission.  Many classic and beautiful cars on display.  Come and enjoy refreshments and live music from the band “South Shore.”
Community Harvest Festival: Oct.20th ~ 2pm-4pm
Food, games, face painting, candy, and lots of fun for all ages.  FREE to the community.  All are welcome! Continue reading »

Compelled Church Steak & Euchre Night

Men join us for a night of food and fun!

1007 S. McCord Rd, Holland, OH 43528

419.205.9090

www.compelled.church

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