St. Anne Catholic Church

825 S. Ortonville Road Ortonville, MI 48462

248-627-3965

www.churchofstanne.org

September 13, 2020

So, what on earth is this “Family of Parishes” that I’m hearing about?

At least, you MAY have heard about it, and as explained last week, we want everyone in the parish to start learning about

this new initiative within the Archdiocese. All parishes are going to be involved, and it has the potential for creating signifi-cant changes in how parishes operate. This week is the second installment of articles about the “Families of Parishes”. (Last week’s article can be accessed by visiting our parish website.)

It might help to start by saying what a Family of Parishes is NOT. It’s not a merging or clustering of parishes, such as we have seen not only throughout our archdiocese but in many other dioceses during the past few decades. Along with closing parishes, merging or clustering tended to be very unpopular with parishioners, and may have been even more unpopular with priests. When you try to be the pastor of two or more parishes at the same time, it’s easy to be overwhelmed and burned out. At the same time the level of specifically “priestly” ministry was often reduced as pastors tried to handle the increased admin-istrative responsibilities that came along with running multiple parishes. Under Canon Law, i.e., Church Law, the pastor has ultimate responsibility for the temporal goods of the parish as well as being attentive to the spiritual well-being of his parish-ioners. I have heard any number of priests say that they were looking forward to “retiring”—not so that they could take it easy, but that they could be relieved of the administrative burdens and could finally focus on what they were ordained to do!

It is certainly true that people do their best work and are most fulfilled when their work is attuned to the charisms that the

Holy Spirit gives. This is true both of priests as well as lay people. It’s also why that making a greater effort to put people into various ministries according their gifts works so well. Not only do they do a better job, they are more enthusiastic and don’t see their roles as a burden!

In the same way, not all priests are great administrators. It’s also true that not all are great counselors or spiritual direc-

tors—or confessors or preachers or evangelists or celebrants [of sacraments]. The Holy Spirit has given diverse gifts for the build-up of the Church, and like lay persons, individual priests have their individual strengths. One of the hopes in adopting the concept of “Families of Parishes” is that the strengths of several priests could be shared with a larger number of parish-ioners throughout the Family, while relieving a priest of some of those roles where he doesn’t have great capabilities.

While each parish in the Family will retain its own canonical identity (and technically, its own pastor), it is expected

that various ministries could be shared, and greater collaboration will occur than what we see now. For example, the parishes could schedule times in which several priests would be available at a single location to hear Confessions. How about greater collaboration among Evangelization Committees, or even a single Committee? After all, the Mission to evangelize is to be kept front and center in any Family of parishes. Special events, such as we had last February, would automatically have a larger audience since it would be truly sponsored by the Family, and not just by an individual parish. The thought of sharing our RCIA process with a larger group of candidates and catechumens than we typically have may be very intriguing.

A Family would generally consist of three to six parishes, and it is intended that priests, deacons, and lay staff from

each parish would be able to share their gifts and talents with the whole Family of Parishes. There may be advantages to consolidating some positions, or even just having better collaboration among our various staffs, for example, among Business Managers or Youth Ministers.

We’re still in the early stages of exploring the possibilities, and even discerning which parishes should become members

of a single Family. More, next week.

(Excerpts taken with permission from Fr. Michael Savickas, pastor of St. William’s Church-Walled Lake)

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MUSIC & PRAYERS FOR September 13th 24th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Opening Hymn: Bring Forth the Kingdom 1.You are salt for the earth O people; salt for the kingdom of God! Share the flavor of life, O people; life in the kingdom of God!

Refrain: Bring forth the kingdom of mercy, bring forth the kingdom of peace; bring forth the kingdom of justice, bring forth the city of God!

2.You are alight on the hill, O people; light for the city of God! Shine so holy and bright, O people; shine for the kingdom of God! (Refrain) 3.You are a seed of the Word, O people; bring forth the kingdom of God! Seeds of mercy and seeds of justice grow in the kingdom of God! (Refrain)

Gloria: Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to people of good will. We praise you; we bless you; we adore you; we glorify you; we give you thanks for your great glory. Lord God, heavenly King, O God Almighty Father. Lord Jesus Christ, Only Begotten Son, Lord God, Lamb of God, Son of the Father, you take away the sins of the world, have mercy on us, you take away the sins of the world, receive our prayer; you are seated at the right hand of the Father, have mercy on us. For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, you alone are the Most-High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father, Amen.

Responsorial Psalm: “The Lord is kind and merciful; the Lord is kind and merciful. Slow to anger, rich in kindness, the Lord is kind and merciful.”

Nicene Creed: I believe in one God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all things visible and invisible. I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Only Begotten Son of God, born of the Father before all ages. God from God, Light from Light, True God from True God, begotten, not made, consubstantial with the Father; through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven, and by the Holy Spirit was incarnate of the Virgin Mary and became man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate, he suffered death and was buried, and rose again on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures. He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead and his kingdom will have no end. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son, who with the Father and the Son is adored and glo-rified, who has spoken through the prophets. I believe in one, holy, catholic and apostolic Church. I confess one baptism for the forgiveness of sins, and I look forward to the resurrection of the dead and the life of the world to come. Amen.

Hymn of Preparation: The King of Love My Shepherd Is 1.The King of love my shepherd is, whose goodness fails me never; I nothing lack if I am his, and he is mine forever. 2.Where streams of living water flow my ransomed soul he’s leading, and where the verdant pastures grow with food celestial feeding. 3.Confused and foolish oft I strayed, but yet in love he sought me; and on his shoulder gently laid, and home, rejoicing, brought me.

Communion Hymn: I Have Loved You Refrain: I have loved you with an everlasting love, I have called you and you are mine; I have loved you with an ever-lasting love, I have called you and you are mine.

1.Seek the face of the Lord and long for him; He will bring you his light and his peace. (Refrain) 2.Seek the face of the Lord and long for him; He will bring you his joy and his hope. (Refrain) 3.Seek the face of the Lord and long for him; He will bring you his care and his love. (Refrain)

Closing Hymn: Sing of the Lord’s Goodness 1.Sing of the Lord’s goodness, Father of all wisdom, come to him and bless his name. mercy he has shown us, his love is forever, faithful to the end of days.

Refrain: Come then, all you nations, sing of your Lord’s goodness, melodies of praise and thanks to God. Ring out the Lord’s glory, praise him with your music, worship him and bless his name.

2.Power he has wielded, honor is his garment, risen from the snares of death. His word he has spoken, one bread he has broken, new life he now gives to all. (Refrain)

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Religious Education Office Marianne Boesch, DRE, ext. 131 248-627-3965 marianne@churchofstanne.org

ARE YOU SOMEONE OR

DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO…

*Has expressed an interest in be-coming Catholic? *Has a child over the age of seven who has not been Baptized? *Was Baptized as a child, but has not celebrated the Sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist?

We offer an opportunity to come together in a small group to learn more about our faith. Sessions focus on the teachings and experience of Church and prepare individuals to celebrate the Sacraments of Bap-tism, Confirmation, and Eucharist during the Easter season. There are separate sessions for children or youth. You are welcome to participate in the process with your questions, your insights and your faith story in a warm accepting setting. For information please contact Marianne in the Faith Formation Office.

Faith Formation Class Offerings Weekly Class Options: Online Learning

Gr 1 - 7 Monday 6:00 – 7:15 pm

Gr 1 - 7 Tuesday 5:00 – 6:15 pm

Gr 6 & 7 option -Sunday 10:15 – 11:30 am

Monthly Class Option:

Gr 1-7 Saturday 3:00-5:00pm

Family Catechesis Program

Confirmation Prep Gr 8: September-December

Sunday 12:30 – 1:30pm

Confirmation Prep Gr 8: January-April-In Person Learning at St. Daniel

Sunday 12:15 – 2:00 pm

In order to enroll in the Confirmation program in 8th grade, your child must have attended 7th

grade Faith Formation OR Catholic School classes.

First Reconciliation/ First Communion Program

Students in grade 2 may choose to enroll in any of the listed class offerings. There will be addi-

tional formation dates to prepare for the sacraments. In order to make First Holy Communion in

second grade, your child must have attended 1st grade Faith Formation OR Catholic school

classes.

First Communion will be celebrated in April or May 2021,

dates to be determined.

First Communion Celebration Sunday, September 27

10:30am

We will be offering a First Communion celebration for our students who were in our 2019-2020 program. Students who prepared for their First Communion last year were given two options to receive this sacrament, either in July or Septem-ber. We will have a practice and review ses-sion on Wednesday, September 23 @ 6pm in the church. A parent or adult family member will need to attend with your student. Please contact the Faith Formation Office today to sign up for this celebration.

Confirmation Celebration Saturday, October 24

5:00pm

Our Confirmation celebration has been scheduled with Fr. Gerry presiding on Saturday, October 24 at 5pm. To prepare for our celebration we have scheduled our Reconciliation service and practice on Wednesday, October 21 at 6pm. Sponsors should attend this practice with their Candidate. However, if a sponsor is unable to attend, a parent can attend in their place. A letter with detailed instructions has been mailed to all Confirmation stu-dents. Please turn in all necessary infor-mation before October 1. Congratulations! The whole community of St. Anne’s is praying for you as you journey to-ward your Confirmation day.

Catechists Needed If you are an active Confirmed Catholic, we need your help! Catechists are needed to share our faith with our students in grades 1-8. Training and materials are provided. Contact the Faith Formation Office today if you are interested in volunteering.

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SUNDAY CHOIR

Summertime fun is over! Time to get back and stretch those vocal chords! We will have a meeting on Thursday, Sep-tember 17th at 7 p.m. please bring a folding chair as we will meet in the courtyard, weather permitting. We will discuss how we will handle the ap-proaching choir season.

We are also looking for singers from 14years of age and older. We are mak-ing plans for our Advent and Christmas seasons and would like to encourage some younger voices to join.

Since we can only have 10 people at a time…(we’ll figure it out!)

We’re also building our repertoire for the holiday season, so please send us the names of your favorite Advent and Christmas songs so that we can get a head start on the selections and arrange-ments.

Laura & Paul -

St. Anne Music Ministry

The OCEF Food Pantry is in Need of Some Donations

The following items would be greatly appreciated! Thank you in advance for your ongoing support and generosity.

*Laundry soap * Bar soap * Dish soap * Dry Pasta * Toilet paper * Cereal * Plastic garbage bags * PB & J * Plastic sandwich * jams bags * Mac & cheese

We are happy to introduce you, formally, to a member of our Music Ministry team, Laura Knaack. Laura will be our new Choir director.

Laura has been involved in music ministry for over 20 years. She has a BA degree in Management and French from Hope College and participated in flute choir while there. Laura began her ministry at St. Daniel’s Catholic Church in Clarkston, and moved to St. Anne’s in 2008 and has been a part of our music ministry ever since. Laura is excited for her next chapter as Choir Director!

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Eucharistic Celebrations Saturday, September 12, 2020 5:00 p.m. Frederick & Mariah Andre, req. by Family Bob Henley (Wedding Anniversary Rembr.) Sunday, September 13, 2020 8:30 a.m. Sr. Anne Michelle, req. by Mike & Ellen Johnson 10:30 a.m. Jack Zubalik (Birthday Rembr.) req. by Family Roger McCarville, req. by Family Mary Ann Cox (Birthday Rembr.) req. by Friend Monday, September 14, 2020 7:00 p.m. José Olmeda, req. by Friends Tuesday, September 15, 2020 9:00 a.m. Trisha McKervey, req. by Friends Wednesday, September 16, 2020 9:00 a.m. Lou & Pat Peiffer, req. by Friends Friday, September 18, 2020 9:00 a.m. Susie Noble, req. by Family Saturday, September 19, 2020 5:00 p.m. Mort Flanigan (Birthday Rembr.) req. by the Schulz Family Sunday, September 20, 2020 8:30 a.m. Madonna Petrusha, req. by Family 10:30 a.m. Sharon Bayes, req. by the Schulz Family

Holly Francis, Betty & Tony Morici,

Marge Park, Diane Naren, Cooper Pav-

kovich, Dot Tebelman, Elena Perea Nick

Plaxton, Bill Knight, Johnny Maniaci,

Nick Lindquist, John Church, Samuel

Joseph, Kallie Moshier, Dolores Cum-

ming, Renee Thompson, Gladys Jessop,

Patrick Lamb, Alex Fabian Family,

Tamara Camaj, Pam & Mike Allen,

Roman Joe Zakrajšek, Mark Bouges,

Vesna Gored Zakrajšej, Lillian Pauline

Zakrajšek, Andy Rubin, Tom Rubin,

Ron Rubin

Worship In a parable on forgiveness, Jesus compared the reign of God to a king settling ac-counts with his officials: Moved by compassion, the king forgave some or all of each debt. An official then

extorted the full amount he was owed, and the king punished him.

Weekend of Sept. 19th & 20th Lectors 5:00 p.m.-Ken Sheperd, Angie Sheperd 8:30 a.m.-Judy Schmaltz, Gary Putt 10:30 a.m.-Annalisa Sokol, Rick Steenson Eucharistic Ministers 5:00 p.m.-Mary Shaffer, Rose Ingman, Imelda Ingman (MS) 8:30 a.m.-John Hansel, Royann Hassin-ger, Greg Swett ( MS) 10:30 a.m.-Christi McLean, Judy Glissman, Bruce Kocer (MS) ***

Readings for Sept. 20, 2020 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Isaiah 55: 6-9 Psalm 145: 2-3, 8-9, 17-18 Philippians 1: 20c-24, 27a

Matthew 20: 1-16a

ALTAR LINEN SCHEDULE

09-13-20 Marge Sisson 09-20-20 Jean Zubalik

ALTAR CARE

September 18th Marilyn Bornais

RECYCLE MINISTRY SCHEDULE

Sept. 12/13-26-27 Frank Klimek Oct. 10/11-24/25 Pattersons

Julie

FAMILY PRAYER Family Examen

St. Ignatius Loyola's Examen is an opportunity for peaceful daily reflective prayer. It invites us to find the move-ment of God in all the people and events of our day. The Examen is simply a set of introspective prompts. The prayer below is adapted for families. Lead your family in this Examen prayer: 1. For what time or event today are you most grateful (thankful/happy)? (Initially, you may have to name a few things in a young child’s day to help them catch on to the practice for #1 and #2.)

2. For which moment are you least grateful?

3. How did you show love today? (For very young children, you may ask addi-tional questions as your family begins this spiritual practice. Ex.: Who did you share with today? Who did you help today? It won’t be long before they understand the question and can reflect and respond with-out your assistance.) 4. What was one time your actions or behavior were negative or you withheld showing kindness? (Again, for young children you might ask: Was there a time you did not share today? Was there a time you said a hurtful word or did not help?)

5. Briefly give thanks for this time of reflection and sharing. Thank God for teaching each of you to be more loving.

RECIPE OF THE WEEK Silver Dollar Pancakes

2 eggs 1 cup of milk 1 cup of apple sauce 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups self-rising flour 2-3 tablespoons of butter

In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, applesauce, and vanilla. Add the self-rising flour and whisk until com-bined. Pre-heat a griddle or frying pan and melt a small pad of butter to keep the pancakes from sticking. Using a ladle or large spoon, pour batter in small, 2-inch circles on to the hot grid-dle. Cook 1 to 2 minutes. When the top of the pancakes starts to bubble slight-ly, flip them over to cook on the other side, and cook 1 to 2 minutes or until golden brown on both sides. Repeat steps 4 and 5 until all the batter has

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