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Catholic Directory Introduction

This directory contains information, programs and descriptions of Catholic Churches in the following Upper Michigan communities: Bark River, Escanaba, Flat Rock, Gladstone, Perkins, Rapid River and Trenary.

The table of contents includes a host of activities and ministries for youth and adults. It lists local Catholic libraries and media sources as well as a variety of services, charities, and opportunities for involvement, volunteerism, and spiritual growth. Everything is listed in alphabetical order.

Beyond this directory, each parish community represented has its own unique emphasis and needs. Additional opportunities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Eucharistic Ministry--- Church, homebound (sick & elderly), Bishop Noa Home, OSF Hospital

Music Ministry--- Adult choir, youth choir, musicians, and cantors (singers)

Parish Mass Ministry--- Ushers, greeter, altar servers

Parish Funeral Committee---Food preparation, cooks, bakers, serve & cleanup, greeters

Parish Council---Finance, fundraising, evangelization

Education--- Faith Formation, Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA), youth groups, library/media services, Catholics Returning Home

This directory can be accessed electronically on the web at www.escanabacatholic.com. Hard copies are available at the Escanaba Catholic Faith Formation office, local parish offices or at the front desk of Holy Name Catholic School. For more information please contact the Faith Formation office at 906-233-9566, or the Director Hans Whitmer directly via email at Hanswhitmer@escanabacatholic.com. Please contact the Escanaba Catholic Faith Formation office if information requires updating.

A special thanks to Mike Sharland, whose foresight, diligence and hard work in gathering all the information for this directory, made this resource possible.

In Christ’s Peace,

Hans Whitmer, Director

Escanaba Catholic Faith Formation May 2014

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PARISH DIRECTORIES

Parish PageAll Saints Parish, Gladstone __________________________________________ 5 Holy Family Parish, Flat Rock_________________________________________5Order of St. Francis Hospital Adorations Chapel/Bishop Noa Home___________ 5 St. Anne Parish, Escanaba____________________________________________ 6St. Anthony Parish, Escanaba_________________________________________ 6St. Charles Borromeo Parish, Rapid River_______________________________ 6 St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, Bark River______________________________ 7St. Joseph Parish, Perkins____________________________________________ 7St. Joseph & St. Patrick Parish, Escanaba________________________________ 7St. Rita Parish, Trenary______________________________________________ 8St. Thomas Parish, Escanaba__________________________________________8

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Adult Sacramental Preparation 9Alcoholics Anonymous 9All Saints Women’s Club 9All Saints High School Youth Group 9Altar Society (all parishes) 9Bay Pines Ministry 10Bell choir (St. Joseph and St. Patrick) 10Bishop Baraga Home Educators Conference____________________________ 10Bishop Noa Home ministries 10Blue Army- Our Lady of Fatima 10Boy Scouts of America 11Bridge Media Center 11Care Clinic (Women’s/Mothers Birth Services) 11Casting Out Into the Deep 11Catechesis of the Good Shepherd_____________________________________ 11Catholic Magazines 11-12 Catholic Newspapers 12Catholic Parish Libraries 12Catholic Radio Stations_____________________________________________ 12Catholic Retail/Religious goods stores_________________________________ 12Catholics Returning Home__________________________________________ 13Catholic Social Services of the U.P._______________________________ 13Catholic Students Campus Ministry: College/University 13-14Catholic TV Stations 14Catholic Websites/Online Sites 14Cenacle Catholic Prayer Group 14

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Cursillo (Catholic: All Parishes) 14-15 Cursillo (Ultreya)___________________________________________________15 Diocese of Marquette

Diocesan Annual Milestone Wedding Anniversary Celebration 15Diocesan Directory 15Diocesan Home School Educators Program 15Diocesan Youth Programs: P2K (Priest, Prophet, King) 15 See the See 15 Totus Tuus 16

Epic (Journey of Church History) 16Escanaba Area Parish Directory 16Escanaba Area Catholic New Evangelization Speaker Series 16Escanaba Area Catholic Men’s Ministry 16Esto Vir (Men’s Evangelization Series (UP and Wisconsin) 16Eucharistic Adoration/Perpetual – (St. Francis) 16EWTN (Eternal Word Television Network) 16Faith Formation____________________________________________________ 16Faith Formation Adult Education______________________________________ 17Fides In Igne (Youth on Fire) 17Financial Planning Seminar___________________________________________17Forty Days for Life 17Franciscans (Secular order) 18Frassatti Society 18Grief Support/Bereavement 18Holy Family Men’s Club 18Holy Name Catholic School 18Keys to the Kingdom (CLAVES REGNI) 19 Knights of Columbus (Escanaba, Gladstone, Bark River) 18-19Koinonia 19Little Lamb Enrichment_____________________________________________ 18March for Life (Washington D.C.) 19Marriage Encounter 19Marriage Preparation Weekend 19Marygrove Retreat Center 20Marygrove Retreat for Couples________________________________________ 20Mass League (St. Anne) 20Michigan Single Catholics (Online) 20Miles Christi 20Mission Honduras 20Mothers in Christ 20Natural Family Planning (NFP) 21Pasty/Pork Pie Crew (St. Thomas) (St. Elizabeth) 21Prayer Chains (All Parishes) 21Prayer Groups (Catholic Charismatic) 21-22Prayer Shawl Ministry 22

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Pregnancy Counseling 20Pregnancy Services 20Prison Ministry (Keryx) Marquette Prison 22Rachel’s Vineyard 22RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) 23 Retrouvaille 23Right to Life 23St. Anne Jr. High Group_____________________________________________ 23St. Anne High School Group__________________________________________23St. Vincent dePaul Society (Escanaba and Gladstone) 23-24Schola Cantorum 24Search and Rescue 25Sirvientes de Cristo: Group/ Honduras 25Steubenville North Youth Conference 25Total Consecration to Jesus through Mary 25Totus Tuus 25Tri Parish Middle School Youth Group 25Ultreya (see Cursillo) 15Vincentians (St. Vincent dePaul) 26White Army (Armata Bianca) 26Women’s Bible Study (St. Anne) 26Yahweh’s Yoopers 26

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Parish Directories

All Saints Church Mass715 Wisconsin Ave Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 8 amPO Box 392 Sat 4:30 pm; Sun 8:30 & 10:30 amGladstone, MI 49837 Confession906-428-3199 Sat 11 am–Noon or by appt.Rev. James Ziminski, Pastor frziminski@yahoo.com AdorationRev. Mr. Mike LeBeau, Deacon Holy Hour Mon 6:30-7:30 pmSecretary: Cindy Matthys www.allsaintsgladstone.org Faith Formation Office: 906-428-3199Faith Formation Coordinators: Sr. JoAnn Jacquet OP or Theresa Desotell and Mary HaleRite of Christian Initiation for Adults: Sister JoAnn 906-428-3199Catholics Returning Home: Hans Whitmer 906-233-9566

Holy Family Church Mass4011 Co 416 20th Rd Tue 7 pm; Wed Thur Fri 8 amGladstone, MI 49837 Sat 4 pm; Sun 8 & 10 am906-786-1209 ConfessionRev. John Longbucco, Pastor Sat 3-3:30 pm or by appt.Secretary: Pam Leisner holyfamily@chartermi.net Adoration

Religious Education Coordinator: First Fri after 8 am Mass Religious Cathy Flagstadt 906-786-1209 Benediction @ 3 pmRite of Christian Initiation for Adults: Bob Berbohm 906-786-1209Evangelization Director: Bob Berbohm 906-786-1209Youth Programs: Steve Benoit (Youth Group Leader) 906-233-7126Catholics Returning Home: Hans Whitmer 906-233-9546

Order of St. Francis (OSF) Hospital Adoration Chapel MassBishop Noa Home Ministry Daily 6 am3401 Ludington Street AdorationEscanaba, MI 49829 Perpetual: 24/7906-786-5707 (Ext. 5531) See Outdoor Stations of The CrossRev. Emmett M. Norden, Chaplain Garden (Adjacent to Chapel)

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St. Anne Church Mass817 South Lincoln Road Mon thru Sat 8 am Escanaba, MI 49829 Wed 12:10 pmOffice: 906-786-1421 Sat 4:30 pmRev. Francis DeGroot, Pastor Sun 8:30 & 10:30 amRectory: 906-786-1426 Sun youth mass 6:30 pmfrdegroot@dioclergy.com ConfessionRev. Mr. Lew Valliencourt, Deacon Weekdays after 8 am Mass Rev. Mr. Terry Saunders, Deacon Sat 3-4 pm or by appt.

Secretary: Pauline Gorenchan: stannes@chartermi.net Holy Hour and Confession dioceseofmarquette.org/stanneescanaba on First Fri after 8 am MassFaith Formation Office: 906-786-6202Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults Faith Formation Coordinator: Sharon Mellinger 906-786-6202Youth Minister: Matt Buchmiller 906-399-6255Catholics Returning Home: Hans Whitmer 906-233-9566

St. Anthony Church Mass6596 North 3rd Street Tue 5:15 pm; Fri 8 amWells, MI 49894 Sat 4 pm; Sun 11 am906-786-4627 ConfessionRev. Rick L. Courier, Pastor Tue & Fri 1/2 hr before massRev. Mr. Dave Talford, Deacon Sat 2:30 pm or by appt. Secretary: Beth Sviland AdorationBeth.sviland@stanthonystthomas.org Marion Holy Hour Wed 11 am www.dioceseofmarquette.org/stanthonywells Faith Formation Director Hans Whitmer: 906-233-9566Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults: 906-786-4627Catholics Returning Home: Hans Whitmer 906-233-9566

St. Charles Borromeo Church Mass7875 River Street Tue 6 pm; Fri 12 pmRapid River, MI 49878 Sat 4:30 pmParish: 906-474-6606 (note: no Sun Mass)Rectory: 906-474-6741 ConfessionRev. Jacek S. Wtyklo, Pastor ½ hour before Mass or by appt.Secretary: Margaret Larson Prayer Chainwww.dioceseofmarquette.org/ Penny Callahanstcharles@stcharleschurch/rr.org 906-474-7044/474-9254Faith Formation Office: Julie Moe 906-474-7128 or Dawn Schmidt 474-9740

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St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church Mass 1216 12th Road – PO Box 187 Tue, Fri 8 am Bark River, MI 49807 Sat 5 pm; Sun 8 & 10 am906-466-9938 Confession Rev. Darryl J. Pepin, Pastor Sat 4-4:45 pm or by appt.Rev. Mr. Wendell Sanders, Deacon Adoration(Foster City) 906-828-9926 First Fri after 8 am Mass Secretary: Cecile Veeser 906-466-9938 to Benediction at noon stelizabeth@stelizabethannseton.us Fax: 906-466-0194www.dioceseofmarquette.orgReligious Education Coordinator: (K-12) Kelley VanLanen 906-466-9938

St. Joseph Church Mass5803 Hwy M-35 Wed, Thur 8:30 amPerkins, MI 49872 Summer: Wed 6 pm906-359-4701 Sun 11 amRev. Jacek S. Wtyklo, Pastor Confession Secretary: Deb Winkelbauer Sun 10:30 am or by appt.www.dioceseofmarquette.org/perkins_stjoes@hotmail.comFaith Formation Coordinator: Beverly Reynolds 906-356-6154

St. Joseph & St. Patrick Church Mass 709 1st Ave North Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9 amEscanaba, MI 49829 Sat 4 pm; Sun 9 & 11:30 amOffice: 906-789-6244 Sun WCHT AM 600 9 amRev. Eric Olson, Pastor ConfessionRev. Mr. Bill Hemes, Deacon Fri 8:30 am; Sat 2:30 pmSecretary: Sue Johnson: sjsp@att.com Mon & Wed 5 pm (during Lent)www.stjosephstpatrick.com or by appt.Faith Formation Office: 906-233-9566 Adoration Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults: 906-789-6244 Tue 9:30 am to 4 pm

Faith Formation Director: Hans Whitmer 906-233-9566Catholics Returning Home: Hans Whitmer 906-233-9566

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St. Rita Church MassN1059 One Ave E Sun 9 amTrenary, MI 49891 Confession906-446-3350 by appt.Rev. Jacek S. Wtyklo, PastorSecretary: Mary KayFaith Formation coordinator: Heidi Swajanen 906-439-5763

St. Thomas Church Mass1820 Ninth Ave North Mon & Wed 8 am; Thur 5:15 pmEscanaba, MI 49829 Sun 9 am906-786-4627 Confession*Rev. Rick L. Courier Pastor (see St. Anthony schedule)Rev. Mr. Dave Talford, Deacon Adoration Secretary: Beth Sviland Tue 9 am-12 noonBeth.Sviland@stanthonystthomas.org Prayer and Benedictionwww.dioceseofmarquette.org/stthomasescanaba Faith Formation Director: Hans Whitmer: 906-233-9566Rite of Christian Initiative for Adults: 906-786-4627Catholics Returning Home: Hans Whitmer: 906-233-9566

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Directory Escanaba Area

Catholic Educational Opportunities, Classes, Devotions, Programs and Resources

Adult Sacramental Preparation Classes for adult baptized CatholicsFr. Eric Olson who have not received First CommunionFr. Fran DeGroot and/or Confirmation. If baptized Hans Whitmer Christian and wish to explore becomingHoly Name School Catholic. Good source of support and Tue 6:30-8 pm information.906-233-9566

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA-Closed)St. Thomas Parish CafeteriaMon 8-9 pm906-428-1494

All Saints Women’s Group Religious Education CenterAll Saints Church grounds4th Thur of mo,7 pm906-428-3199

All Saints Catholicism Series Series of group discussion/videos about Wed after Mass 10-11 am worldwide Catholic Church and its 906-428-3199 roots and teachings. Hosted by Fr. Barron.

All Saints High school Youth Group High school student group meets for 906-428-9431 worship, activities, faith building.Sun 1x mo 7 pm (date varies by mo)

Altar Society Any activity that ensures AltarAll Parishes Sacristy/church grounds are cleaned,Contact individual offices maintained and appropriate for worship and gathering.

Bay Pines Ministry

Group “12 Step” recovery program for those in recovery (or wishing to be in recovery) from the disease of alcoholism. Group and individual help is available.

Women’s group formed to plan and implement parish fund raisers and other activities in support of the parish.

Once a month visit to a closed teen facility. Emphasis on Bible Study and its applicationto incarcerated youth.

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Local Teen Co-Ed Correction FacilityFirst Sun 7 pmMatt Marenger 906-786-7553

Bell Choir of St. Joseph & St. Patrick Organized group of musicians using hand Rehearsal Thur 6 pm bells for worship, love of music, and St. Joseph & St. Patrick church fellowship.John Ignatowski 906-7895-6244

Bible Study Scheduled adult bible studies. Call forDirector of Religious education latest updates. Hans Whitmer (233-6566).

Bishop Baraga Home Educators Conference See Diocese of Marquette Home School Educators

Bishop Noa Home Ministries2900 3rd Ave SouthEscanaba, MI 49829906-786-5810 bishopnoahome.com Managed by Sisters of St. Paul

1. Ecumenical Ministries *Eucharistic Ministry *Lead Rosary daily for residents *Assist at daily Mass *Visit, promote spiritual comfort to residents

2. Social Events Volunteer Coordinator: Tammy Martin 906-786-5810*Transportation of residents

*Help with entertainment, bingo, singing, etc. *Hospice (requires training/certification)

Blue Army of Our Lady of Fatima Apostolate of the Immaculate Heart ofPO Box 895 Mary for growth of Eucharistic Life.Escanaba, MI 49829 Emphasis on prayer before the EucharistJeanette Botright 906-789-1199 and community activity to enhanceOr Jan Tolfa 906-786-6478 holiness.Blue Army Cell Hour:St. Anne – 1st Sat after 8 am MassSt. Joseph & St. Patrick after 9 am Mass

Daily Masses (Chapel)Sun thru Sat 10 am

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Boy Scout Troop #473 Flat Rock Encourage, train, allow young menBoy Scouts of America to learn to practice outdoor skills,Sponsors: Knights of Columbus teamwork, citizenship, fellowshipGary LaMarche 906-428-4695 with others. Emphasis on God/country.

Bridge Media Center Inspirational media center featuring1322 1st Ave South interfaith and community musicalEscanaba, MI 49829 events. Inspirational photographicBen Lampi 906-241-8396 expression of the Mackinac Bridge and revelational thought founded upon Catholic truths.

Care Clinic 1213 North 3rd StreetMarquette, MI 49855Mon-Fri 10 am-4 pm906-228-CARE (2273) www.careclinicmqt.org24 hr option line 1-800-395-HELP

Care ClinicKI Sawyer330 FortressGwinn, MI 49841Call for clinic schedule at:906-346-260624 hr option line 1-800-395-HELP

Casting Out Into the Deep Deacon Dave and Diane TalfordSt. Thomas Church906-233-9566Mon 7- 8:30 pm24 wk course

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Powerful Montessori style of religious Holy Name School, Escanaba education for children ages 3-6.Faith Formation office 906-233-9566

Catholic MagazinesCatholic Answers

Pregnancy testing w/ultrasound, preg- nancy services, women’s health and resource center for men and women. Material help for young families. Monday – Friday 10:00 am – 4:00 pmGwinn: Call for clinic schedule

Group discussion for Catholics wanting to learn or refresh previous learning about the Church, its teachings, what we believe and why. Includes 8 wk Bible Timeline series.

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Envoy Magazine (Publisher Patrick Madrid)Our Sunday VisitorSt. Anthony Messenger“This Rock” ..and many others

Catholic Newspapers“U.P. Catholic” (Marquette Diocesan Newspaperweb: www.upcatholic.org*Note: most parish bulletins are online atwww.dioceseofmarquette.org

Catholic Parish LibrariesAll Saints parish library Mon thru Fri 8-4 pmHoly Family parish library Mon thru Thur 9-3 pmSt. Anne parish library Mon thru Thur 9-3 pmSt. Anthony parish library *see belowSt. Elizabeth Ann Seton parish library Mon thru Fri 8-4 pmSt. Joseph & St. Patrick parish library *see below St. Thomas parish library *see below*Call Faith Formation office 906-233-9566 for hours

Catholic Radio StationsBaraga Broadcasting:90.9 FM WTCK Charlevoix92.1 FM W221CA Gaylord940 AM W237CF St. IgnaceCatholic Channel XM Sirius Satellite Radio Channel 129Relevant Radio 1050 AM Green Bay/Marinette104.7 FM “Minutes of Grace” with Deacon Mike LeBeau, Sun 8:30 am107.3 FM WUPF Eagle Radio Sun 9 am Mass

Catholic Retail/Religious goods stores“My Mother’s House”2015 10th Ave SouthEscanaba, MI 49829 906-786-2116 Sacred Heart Religious Books419 W. Washington StreetMarquette, MI 49855 906-228-4462Sayklly’s Confectionary & Gifts1304 Ludington StreetEscanaba, MI 49829 906-786-1524Saykllys’ Confectionary & Gifts

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317 N. Lincoln RoadEscanaba, MI 49829 906-786-2928

Catholics Returning Home Scheduled series of group sessions Evangelization/Group Sessions-All Parishes every 5 mo to encourage and support Hans Whitmer: 906-233-9566 lapsed Catholics to return to active Annual 7 wk course begins 2nd Monday after practice of Catholicism.Easter. Easter.

Catholic Social Services of the U.P. Counseling services :1100 Ludington Street Suite 401 *Adults Escanaba, MI 49829 *Early school age thru adolescence906-786-7212 *Family(offices also in Iron Mountain, Marquette) *Grief NOTE: CSS is supported by the Upper Penin- *Marriage sula Catholic Services Appeal, Legacy of *Post-abortion Faith and several United Way Agencies. *Pregnancy Agency participates with most insurances *Problem gambling and the Upper Peninsula Health plan. No *Substance abuse charge to client for pregnancy counseling. Other services: No refusal of service because of inability *Adoption to pay. *Adoption home studies *Shoplifters Group (Marquette, Delta, Dickinson Counties) * Strengthening Families Program (for those impacted by substance abuse-10 sessions)

Catholic Student Campus Ministry*Note: Each University has its own contact information.

Bay College Catholic MinistryEscanaba, MI Matt Buchmiller 906-399-6255College/Catholic support on CampusGogebic Community CollegeGogebic, MIFr. Ben Haase 906-290-2434Lake Superior State UniversitySault Ste. Marie, MI Danna SchmitterNewman Center 906-253-1285Michigan Technological UniversityHoughton, MISister Ellen Enwright (St. Albert the Great Church)

Opportunities for Catholic/Christian students to engage in social events on campus, fellowship, and Catholic support. Also includes annual fall (held at Bay Cliff Health Center) and spring (held at Marygrove Retreat Center) U.P.-wide Catholic Campus Ministry Retreats. Includes annual fall Bay Cliff Health Center (Big Bay) and spring (Marygrove retreat center (Garden) UP-wide Catholic Campus Ministry Retreats.

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906-482-5530Northern Michigan UniversityMarquette, MIFr. Larry Van Damme (St. Michael’s Church)906-228-8180 orCampus Minister Catherine Hardenbergh Office 906-228-3302 ccm@nmu.edu

Catholic Television StationsEWTN (Eternal Word Television Network)24/7 broadcast:Channel 353 on CharterChannel 370 on DirectvChannel 261 on DishClaves Regni Ministries (Keys to the Kingdom)Fox UP –Marquette Sun 1 pmwww.clavesregni.com

Catholic Websitescatholic.comcatholicscomehome.comcatholictothemax.comdivineoffice.orgewtn.comlighthousecatholicmedia.orgnewadvent.orgrelevant.comstgeorgebooks.com

Cenacle Prayer Group Weekly prayer group meetings toTue 9 pm worship and offer support to “Our Mother’s House” members and families.2015 10th Ave SouthEscanaba, MI 49829Sandy Boucher: 906-786-2116

Cursillo (All Parishes) Prayer, worship and fellowship toBob and Monica Mortel 906-786-2655 deepen one’s faith and learn how Website: Cursillo.org to better live in society, the goalMultiple Ministries/Activities of which is to make Christ the *Retreats prime influence in society.*Prison Ministry (Keryx)*Youth Encounter for Christ (ages 16-21)*Funeral Services

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*Nursing Home Service (Bishop Noa, Christian Park, others)*Group Meetings (Prayer, Support, Fellowship)

Cursillo: Ultreya meetingsSt. Anne Church3rd Sun or Mon of mo 7 pm Alternates by mo. Contact parish.

Diocese of Marquette Annual Milestone Diocese and Knights of ColumbusWedding Anniversary Celebration recognize and honor couples celebratingDiocesan Office, Marquette, MI milestone (25 years, 30, etc.)wedding cbrotty@chartermi.net anniversaries. Newlyweds, widows and Charles 906-226-3460 widowers are invited to participate ator 906-362-3523 Mass blessing and reception.Call to schedule

Diocese of Marquette Directory Listing of all diocesan parishes www.dioceseofmarquette.org (Mass times, devotions, personnel,Diocesan Staff: 906-227-9101 staffing, etc.)

Diocese of Marquette Home School Educators Diocesan effort to train, assist and (Bishop Baraga Home Educators Conference) support Catholic families choosing toCathedral Offices, Marquette, MI home-school. Conferences are Gayle Hoenke 906-360-9121 scheduled at Cathedral and onlineFaye Presley 906-475-7750 support research.

Diocese of Marquette Youth Programs1004 Harbor Hills DriveMarquette, MI 49855906-227-9131toll free: 1-800-562-9745ggostomski@dioceseofmarquette.org

*P2K (priest, prophet, king) Opportunity for students from the U.P. for high school youth to pray, sing, participate in fellowship, Biennial event Next scheduled for 2015) service, activities at weekend retreat in Marquette (music, Mass, teachings).

*See the See Opportunity for students from the U.P.for middle school youth for games, fellowship, learning about the 906-227-9131 Catholic faith, in Marquette.*Totus Tuus Series of week-long summer CatholicKatie Flaherty 906-226-6548 x207 youth programs to share gospel and kflaherty@stpetercathedral.org promote Faith. Led by young Catholic

Monthly gathering of area Cursillo members for fellowship, planning and worship.

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Biennial course ( next class 2016) ladies and seminarians. All young people entering grades 1-12 are invited.

Epic: Church HistoryHans Whitmer: 906-233-9566Mon 6-8:30 pmSt. Joseph and St. Patrick Church lower levelBiennial 20 wk course (next class 2015)

Escanaba Area All Parish Directory Guide of ten parishes in the area with Faith Formation Office: 906-233-9566 contact information, ministries, Contact local parish office for hard copy programs for youth and adult, andAvailable online: www.escanabacatholic.com volunteer opportunities

Escanaba Area Catholic New Evangelization Speaker SeriesFaith Formation Director Hans Whitmer906-233-9566

Escanaba Area Catholic Men’s Ministry Men from all parishes welcome. St. Anne Parish Hall lower level Fellowship, bible study and the1st and 3rd Sat after 8 am Mass; 8:50 am Catholic faith, life, and theology. Jim Simon: 906-786-1450

Esto Vir (Be a Man) Green Bay, WI monthly men’s Catholic conferences920-347-2950 geared to men and young men ofesovir@new.rr.com parishes in Northern Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

Eternal Word Television Network (EWTN)

Eucharistic Adoration All Parishes – See parish directoryFor All Parish Scheduling,contact Jim and Jean Simon 906-786-1450Perpetual Adoration: (7 days/wk, 24 hrs/day)St/ Francis Hospital Chapel, Escanaba

Faith Formation Catholic Education classes.*All Saints: gr.1-8 Wed 6:30-7:30 pm

Depicts the first 500 years of the Catholic Church. Emphasis on the early church Fathers and their heroic challenges.

Series of outstanding program speakerson variety of important Catholic issues and concerns. Topic, site, time varies.

Catholic Men’s Apostolate. Series of monthly men’s Catholic conferences geared to men and young men of parishes in Northern Wisconsin andUpper Peninsula of Michigan.

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gr. 9-12 1x mo Wed 6:30-7:30 pm*Holy Family:

*St. Anne: gr. k-3, Tue 4-5:15 pm gr. 3-5, Wed 4-5:15 pm gr. 6-8, Wed 7-8:15 pm gr. 9-12, Wed 7-8:15 pm H.S. youth group Sun 6:30 pm*St. Anthony, St. Thomas, St. Joseph & St. Patrick: PK-12 Wed 6-7:30 pmSt. Charles: gr. 1-6, Wed 6:30-7:30 pm gr. 7-12, TBASt. Elizabeth Ann Seton: gr. K-4 Wed 3-4:30 pm gr. 5-12 Wed 7-8:30 pmSt. Joseph: gr. k-12 and adult Sun 9:30 amSt. Rita: gr. K-5 Sun 10 am gr. 6-12 TBD

Faith Formation Adult Education Contact local parish for current classes.

Fides in Igne (Youth on Fire) Scheduled youth activities includingSt. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish Hall worship, fellowship, Catholic teaching.Bark River, MI - Sunday EvesBrad Madelinski 906-399-3228

Financial Planning Seminar(s) Based on Dave Ramsey/Financial Peace Bill Jensen, instructor University. Teaches God’s way of Faith Formation Office: 906-233-9566 managing money- how to get out of8 wk course debt and to save and spend wisely.

Forty Days for Life Forty day peaceful, prayerful pro-lifeSue Tackman 906-233-1697 or is41c@yahoo.com campaign. Largest international pro-lifeor Diane Kobasic 906-233-7120 mobilization in history. Three compo-upwingfan@hotmail.com or nents: prayer and fasting, peaceful vigil,www.40daysforlife.com/escanaba community outreach.

Franciscans (Secular order) Catholic organization to those who St. Joseph and St. Patrick Church study the teachings of St. Francis of Tue 9:00 am Assisi and practice those teachings in Jean Thill 906-664-2382 daily life (study group, workshops and charitable work.

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Frassati Society Community wide Catholic organizationFamilies/Couples/Singles (ages 18-40) focused on service, faith, fellowship forCr Murphy 906-280-8975 younger Catholics, single and married.mqtfrassati@hotmail.com Based in Marquette but open to allhttp://sites.google.com/site/mqtfrassatisociety Catholics ages 18-40 wishing to join in activities, prayer and worship.

Grief Support/Bereavement Support Counseling and support for the Charlene Carlson, trained counselor recently bereaved.906-241-6635

Holy Family Men’s Club F Frie Thur eves September to April card games.Office: 906-786-1209

Holy Name Catholic School409 S. 22nd StreetEscanaba, MI 49829906-786-7550Joseph Carlson, Principaloffice@holynamecrusaders.comwww.holynamecrusaders.com

*Little Lamb Enrichment Day care program for children ages 3-7 Holy Name Catholic School with planned activities, prayer and lunch.Mon thru Fri 11:40 am to 5pm906-786-7550

Keys to the Kingdom (Claves Regni) Marquette Fox U.P TV Clavesregni.com

Knights of Columbus World-wide group of Catholic men*Brother Felix Council #6667 dedicated to financial, advocacy,Tues 7 pm at Clubhouse evangelization and support of the715 Delta Ave Gladstone, MI the Catholic Church. Provides manyGary Chouinard (Grand Knight) opportunities for service, fellowship906-428-3515 and holiness. Provides strong support*Knights of Columbus Council #640 for seminarians and other religiousMon 7:30 pm at Clubhouse vocations.1812 9th Ave North Escanaba, MI Clinton Miles (Grand Knight)

Friendship, fellowship, support, card games

PreK-8 school including half day pre-kindergarten and full day kindergarten, open to all faiths. Fully accredited (Michigan Non-public Schools-MANS) facility; provides educational, social, spiritual, prevocational skills, including full athletic sports for middle school, theater, service clubs. After-school program available to ages up to 7 years old.

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906-553-7525*Knights of Columbus Council #13862Thur (Call for schedule/time) St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church Hall Bark River, MI Scott Vandermisson (Grand Knight)906-466-1978

Koinonea (Greek for Community) Organized study for Catholic Faith.Sue Kwarciany 906-466-2521 Faith experience consisting of talks, dis-Weekend retreat series cussions, reflection, sharing, prayer and liturgical celebration. Meets in various U.P. communities; encourages fellow- ship, study of scripture, and holiness.

Little Lamb Enrichment (Daycare) See p 17

March for Life (Annual Right to Life) Encourages and plans for youth Youth March on Washington D.C. participation in January pilgrimage.Hans Whitmer 906-233-9566 Political/Catholic contact with 500,000See Yooper 4 Life on Facebook youth from all over the country.

Marriage EncounterNational: 909-863-9963www.me.orgLocal: Dan & Lala Hughes 906-789-9115Or Tom & Sue Penegor 906-789-3120

Marriage Preparation Weekend St. Anne ChurchSpring ConferenceTerry and Hildie Saunders906-786-0727

Marygrove Retreat for Couples Catholic Christian Retreat for a couples906-644-2771 ministry. www.marygrove.org then see “Scheduled Events”

Marygrove Retreat Center Catholic Christian Retreat Center for a Rev. Brian Gerber, Director variety of ministries, causes and retreats.

World wide support group (in existence for 70 years) to assist married couples with intact marriage. Program involves weekend, faith-based marriage enrichment experiences.

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6411 State Street Accommodates large groups, individuals.Garden, MI 49835 Open year round.www.marygrove.org 906-664-2771

Mass League, St. Anne ChurchPerpetual Masses for the Deceased1st Friday 8amTo enroll loved ones call office906-786-1421

Michigan Single Catholics Online dating service for Catholics.www.catholicmatch.com/mi

Miles Christi GroupSoldier of Christ St. Francis Hospital CafeteriaTue 6:30 amMike Nelson 906-428-4308

Mission HondurasU.P. Friends of Honduras GroupSt. Thomas and St. Anthony ChurchDennis LaMarch 906-786-3000

Mothers in ChristThur 10 –11 amSt. Joseph and St. Patrick ChurchAnnie Carlson 906-241-4307

Natural Family Planning (NFP)* Couple to Couple League Sympto-Thermo Method Mark and Virginia Hallfrisch 906-428-0348 or ccli@ccli.org*Natural Family Planning Marquette Method Hans and Aimee Whitmer 906-233-9566 or hanswhitmer@escanabacatholic.com

Religious order of Catholic men and women meeting weekly For Catholic Spiritual formation, based on study of Scripture and Catholic Doctrine.

Volunteer group doing Catholic charity works among the poor. Volunteer group assists with construction, rebuilding facilities in Honduras (10-14 days in February.)

Young Catholic mothers meet weekly with their children for Bible Study and play dates (School year only).

The Catholic Church’s best kept secret. Church approved and trained local teams teach a scientifically effective way to achieve or postpone pregnancy.

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Pasty/Pork Pie PreparationWed and Thur schedules:St. Thomas Church Debbie Clairmont 906-786-7909St. Anthony Church Sharon Rivard 906-786-3452St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish office 906-466-9938 (pasties only)

Prayer Chain (All parishes)*All Saints ParishBonnie Pepin 906-428-2677Joan Langtagne 906-728-2154Joyce Scheriff 906-428-9231Ingrid Johnson 906-428-2939*Holy Family ParishPam Leisner (H) 906-789-1710(W) 906-786-1209*St. Anne ParishBarb Nelson 906-786-6188*St. Joseph/St. Patrick ParishJeanette Botwright 906-789-1199John or Rosemary Sankovitch 906-786-7687*St. Thomas/St. Anthony ParishJeannette Reno 906-786-7450

Prayer Groups: Catholic Charismatic Weekly meetings and events include*Hearts of Praise Group retreats. Enables Catholics to learnAll Saints Church more of the Gifts of the Holy SpiritTue 7:30 pm and His works in our Life. OffersBonnie Pepin 906-428-2677 support, training, healing services *Tillers of Souls Group and a rich variety of weekly speakers on Thur 6:30 pm timely topics and experiences.Holy Name School ChapelDeacon Mike LeBeau 906-399-8510*Charismatic Prayer Group Newsletterwww.catholic-church.org/upccr

Prayer Shawl Ministry*St. Anne ParishDoris Lewis 906-786-6387Karen Wigand 906-786-1399 2nd and 4th Sat 9 am

Volunteers meet to plan, prepare, and sell pasties and pork pies. Proceeds go to the parish for on-going ministries.

In-parish coordination of prayer requests for those with illness, personal struggles, addictions, etc.

Volunteer group crochets baby blankets and other products for elderly, infants and ill parishioners.

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*Holy Family ParishJanet Ostrander 906-786-36752nd Mon 8:30 am*St. Thomas Parish Arlene McFarland 906-428-3804Tue 9:30 am

Pregnancy Services Groups provide an array of resourcesCarol Carlson 906-786-7474 to mothers and family groups in need or Arlene Anzelone 906-466- 2628 of information, resources and friendship. *Welcome Newborns Coordinates community Right to Life *Right to Life events. Assists families with pregnancy *Post Abortion Services issues, post abortion support and follow *Counseling and follow-up) -up.

Pregnancy CounselingCatholic Social Services1100 Ludington Street Suite 401Escanaba, MI 49829906-786-7212(also sites in Iron Mountain and Marquette)

Prison Ministry (Marquette State Prison) Catholic/Christian effort to bring teach-Matt and Mary Lou Gaudette 906-428-3575 ing of Christ to inmates. Visit scheduleLoren and Linda Anderson 906-789-1192 varies weekly, monthly, annually. Gregory and Pamela Mitchell 906-786-8484

Rachel’s Vineyardwww.rachelsvinyard.orgRetreats at Marygrove Retreat Center906-664-2771Or www.marygrove.org(Nationwide)

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) Available at all Parishes

Retrouvaille Marriage support program to assist www.helpourmarriage.com or couples at all stages of marital troubles

No charge to client for pregnancy counseling services, not refused service because of inability to pay (agency is supported by the U.P. Catholic Service Appeal and Catholic Legacy of Faith Grant).

For men and women of all faith traditions. The world’s largest ministry of healing after abortion. Retreats offer supportive and healthy opportunity to express release and reconcile emotions to begin the healing process.

Assistance, support for those not baptized (or baptized in non-Catholic Church) to learn and better understand the Catholic Faith. Also for baptized Catholics who have not received allthe Sacraments (Reconciliation, first Communion or Confirmation).

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Marygrove Retreat Center National program for those in troubled 800-470-2230 marriages, through series of retreats and local supports.

Right to Life Carol Carlson 906-786-7474

St. Anne Junior High Group Religious, spiritual and social activities(6th – 8th Grades) geared to junior high students.Matt Buchmiller 906-399-6355Wed 7-9 pmSee the See visit to Diocesan Cathedralin Marquette every two years

St. Anne High School Group Scheduled youth programs for high Matt Buchmiller 906-399-6255 school boys and girls. Wed 7-9 pmSun youth Mass 6:30-7:30 pmSun youth group 7:30-9 pmChurch Corps-Volunteer church duties(missions, picnic, other duties)Confirmation preparation Wed 7-9 pmYouth EncounterMarch for Life (January, Washington DC)Steubenville North Conference (August)P2K (annual, Marquette)

St. Vincent dePaul SocietyServicesDental ClinicFood PantryFurnitureHome VisitsRecycling ProgramMen’s ShelterSoup KitchenThrift Store

National grass roots organization that supportsefforts that advocate for rights of unborn children. Network composed of 50 state chapters, 3000 local chapters.

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St. Vincent DePaul Client Aid Office (Escanaba) Financial assistance115 North 8th StreetEscanaba, MI 49829906-789-1434Mary Martin, Manager

St. Vincent dePaul Client Aid Office (Gladstone) Financial assistance816 Delta AveGladstone, MI 49837906-428-9690Gayle St. Martin, Manager

St. Vincent dePaul Dental Clinic115 North 8th StreetEscanaba, MI 49829906-789-1627Paula Jacobs, ManagerWed 12-5 pmFri 8-12 noon

St. Vincent dePaul Thrift Store (Escanaba) Warehouse (Donations, recycling)1014 Ludington Street 115 North 8th StreetEscanaba, MI Escanaba, MI 49829906-786-2808 906-789-1281Mary Cass, Manager Deacon Terry Saunders, Manager

St. Vincent dePaul Thrift Store (Gladstone) 816 Delta AveGladstone, MI 49837906-428-1234Rita Erickson, Manager Schola CantorumJohn Ignatowski 906-789-6244St. Joseph and St. Patrick Parish Choir

Sirvientes deCristo Group/HondurasVolunteer work in HondurasCall: Julie Bishop 906-280-1315St. Joseph and St. Patrick ParishOr: www.sirvientesdecristo.com/

Element of choir at St. Joseph and St. Patrick Parish interested in study and practice of Gregorian Chant (Latin).

Volunteer groups doing Catholic charity work among Honduras poor. Groups provide food, shelter, medical help, clothing, and religious instruction (10-14 days).

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Steubenville North Youth Conference

Total Consecration to Jesus Through Mary Organized group with special devotion All Parishes to our Blessed Mother. NationwideJan Tolfa 906-786-6478 program with local groups; based onPatti Seymour 906-786-1805 writings of St. Louis deMontfort.

Totus Tuus Series of week-long summer Catholic Diocese of Marquette Youth programs sharing the gospelKatie Flaharty 906-226-6548 x207 and promoting the faith. For youth kflaherty@stpetercathedral. entering grades 1-12. Fun learning.

Tri Parish Middle School Group If interested in being an adult volunteer (St. Thomas, St. Anthony, and St. Joseph please contact Hans Whitmer at & St. Patrick parishes) Faithi Formation office 906-233-9566.

Ultreya/Cursillo See Cursillo, p. 13

Vincentians (St. Vincent DePaul) Provides support and assistance to the Mary Lou Gaudette 906- 428-3575 cause of St. Vincent DePaul through outlets/services to needy throughout the area and country. Volunteer help and charitable giving are critical to success.

Vincentian Conferences Local volunteer/representatives of *Holy Family – Linda Deksmith 920-517-1286 Vincentians and their local parish*St. Anne – Mary Lou Gaudette 906-428-3575 responsibility and affiliation.*St. Joseph & St. Patrick – Margaret Lancour 906-786-9594*St. Thomas – Bob Caron 906-786-4737

Scheduled youth weekend conference in Minnesota for young Catholics to gather for Prayer, worship, fellowship, friendship and social events.

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White Army (Armata Bianca) Rosary and worship tailored to theMon 4 pm at St. Anne Church youngest Catholics.Mon 4:30 pm at Holy Family

Women’s Bible Study St. Anne ChurchSt. Anne Parish centerTue 8:45 am (after Mass)

Yahweh’s Yoopers Youth Group Organization provides opportunitySteubenville North Youth Conference for prayer, fellowship, services.Deacon Mike LeBeau 906-399-8510 Includes annual weekend retreat in St. Paul MN and annual March for Life in Washington, DC.

YOUTH MINISTRIES AND ACTIVITIES

Group Page Junior/Senior HighAll Saints HS Group 24Boy Scout Troup 25St. Anne Jr. High Group 24St. Anne High School Group 25College Bay College (Escanaba) __________________________________________ 26

Gogebic Community College 25Lake Superior State College 26Michigan Tech. University 26Northern Michigan University 26

Diocese

Women’s Group studies scripture and its application to a life of holiness and service.

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Bishop Baraga Home Educators Conference 27P2K (Priest, Prophet, King) 26See the See 26

Holy Name SchoolCatechesis of the Good Shepherd 27Little Lamb Enrichment 27Wednesday Faith Formation Night 27

March for Life, Washington D.C. 27Michigan Single Catholics (online) 28Steubenville North Youth Group 28Totus Tuus 27Tri Parish Middle School Youth Group 28White Army (Armata Bianca) 28Yahweh’s Yoopers Youth Group 28