Week of February 2, 2025

1) A Pastoral Note to Migrants from the Catholic Bishops of Michigan

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

We, the Roman Catholic Bishops in Michigan, write to offer our continued pastoral and prayerful support for migrant individuals and families who over the course of time have entered the country and today are making a living in this state. Our fraternal closeness to you and other immigrants, refugees, and those seeking humanitarian asylum is rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, where we find “I was thirsty and you gave me drink, a stranger and you welcomed me… Whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me” (Matthew 25:35,40).

We hear and empathize with families across the state who express anxiety and fear over mass deportations and harmful rhetoric that broadly demeans our immigrant brothers and sisters. As shepherds of our flocks, we pledge amid such uncertainty to promote through the Michigan Catholic Conference and in our respective dioceses unyielding support and respect for the human dignity of all migrant people in our midst.

We urge our elected officials to support policies that keep immigrant and undocumented families safe and united, and to protect those who arrived as children. We call on the Michigan congressional delegation to work for a humane immigration system that welcomes refugees and immigrants by providing a fair pathway to citizenship; one that also keeps borders safe and secure from criminal activity, including human trafficking and the smuggling of illegal drugs.

Mindful of the dire conditions from which many travel, oftentimes with children through great difficulty and despair, we encourage you, our migrant brothers and sisters, to be strengthened by our Lord’s words “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you… Do not let your hearts be troubled or afraid” (John 14:27). Never fail to keep your faith and hope in our Lord Jesus Christ, who promises a divine kingdom that we strive to inherit and together call our true home.

With abundant love and trust, we ask Our Lady of Guadalupe to hear the cries of the suffering and offer to her maternal compassion and protection all who seek her heavenly intercession.

In Christ,

2) Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Catholic Teaching on Immigration

What does the Church say about illegal immigration and undocumented migrants?

The Catholic Church affirms the rule of law and encourages the use of lawful immigration pathways. The Church does not encourage unnecessary or irregular migration. “Ideally, unnecessary migration ought to be avoided; this entails creating in countries of origin the conditions needed for a dignified life and integral development” (Fratelli tutti, no. 129). The Catechism of the Catholic Church states that “immigrants are obliged to respect with gratitude the material and spiritual heritage of the country that receives them, to obey its laws and to assist in carrying civic burdens” (No. 2241).

Does the Catholic Church advocate for “open borders”?

No. The Catechism clearly states that political authorities “may make the exercise of the right to immigrate subject to various juridical conditions” (No. 2241). This includes a sovereign country’s right to regulate and secure its borders. The Church does maintain, however, that this right must always be balanced with the duty to welcome newcomers with charity and respect for the human person, as well as the rights to life and religious liberty.

What is the Church’s perspective on federal immigration reform and “mass deportations”?

As recognized by the Church for decades, the current immigration system is inadequate to address the needs of American families, employers, and communities, as well as immigrants themselves. The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has consistently supported increased opportunities for legal immigration and the protection for immigrants’ due process rights, while opposing an enforcement-only approach to immigration. Further, enforcement actions should be targeted, proportionate, and humane, and deportations and other enforcement actions should always be carried out with due regard for families, community ties, and religious liberty interests. In its most recent message on immigration, the USCCB stated that the country’s immigration system should be one that:

• Offers fair and generous pathways to full citizenship for immigrants living and working for many years within this country.

• Keeps borders safe and secure, with enforcement policies that focus on those who present dangers to society, particularly efforts to reduce gang activity, stem the flow of drugs, and end human trafficking.

• Provides permanent relief for childhood arrivals, helps families stay together, and welcomes refugees.

• Serves as an effective asylum system for those fleeing persecution and protects vulnerable migrants and their families, many of whom have already been victimized by criminal actors.

Why do Catholic organizations serve people who enter the U.S. without authorization?



Faithful to Jesus’ mandate to “welcome the stranger,” Catholic-affiliated organizations provide basic human needs to migrants because all people are made in God’s image and likeness and inherently possess human dignity. There is no evidence or research indicating that the humanitarian and religious services provided by Catholic organizations incentivize unlawful migration, as there are varied and often complex factors that influence a person’s decision to migrate from their home country, including war, persecution, violence, lack of jobs, famines, and natural disasters.

Visit usccb.org/migrationministries for more FAQs and to learn how the Church serves migrants.

3) A Prayer for Migrants and Refugees

Lord Jesus, when you multiplied the loaves and fishes, you provided more than food for the body, you offered us the gift of yourself, the gift which satisfies every hunger and quenches every thirst! Your disciples were filled with fear and doubt, but you poured out your love and compassion on the migrant crowd, welcoming them as brothers and sisters.

Lord Jesus, today you call us to welcome the members of God’s family who come to our land to escape oppression, poverty, persecution, violence, and war. Like your disciples, we too are filled with fear and doubt and even suspicion. We build barriers in our hearts and in our minds.

Lord Jesus, help us by your grace,

• To banish fear from our hearts, that we may embrace each of your children as our own brother and sister;

• To welcome migrants and refugees with joy and generosity, while responding to their many needs;

• To realize that you call all people to your holy mountain to learn the ways of peace and justice;

• To share of our abundance as you spread a banquet before us;

• To give witness to your love for all people, as we celebrate the many gifts they bring.

We praise you and give you thanks for the family you have called together from so many people. We see in this human family a reflection of the divine unity of the one Most Holy Trinity in whom we make our prayer: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

Amen.

4) Support Wildfire Relief in California

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

As wildfires continue to devastate communities across California, we are called to respond with the compassion and generosity that defines our Catholic faith. Families have lost their homes, their livelihoods, and their sense of stability. In these moments of great need, Catholic Charities USA is providing lifesaving resources to those directly impacted by these tragic events.

The Archdiocese of Detroit has made a contribution to aid in this effort, and now we humbly ask you to join us in supporting our brothers and sisters in need.

100% of your donation will go directly toward wildfire relief efforts. Your gift will help provide essential resources such as food, water, shelter, and long-term recovery assistance for those most affected by this disaster.

Please consider making an emergency donation today by clicking the link below.

Together, as a community of faith here in southeast Michigan, we can make a meaningful difference. Let us unite in prayer and action to bring hope and healing to those who are suffering.

Thank you for your generosity and care for those in need.

5) World Marriage Day Dinner

6) Rosary in a Year Podcast

If you've ever struggled to build a habit of prayer, this podcast is for you.

In Ascension’s Rosary in a Year podcast, Fr. Mark-Mary Ames, CFR, guides listeners in a step-by-step journey that will change the way you pray – no matter where you are in your spiritual life. 

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9) 10 Catholic Things You Didn’t Know About Groundhog Day & Its Hidden Connection to Candlemas

From Church Pop: This Groundhog Day, embrace the whimsy while remembering the profound truth: the light of Christ shines in every corner of creation—even in the shadow of a groundhog!

As February 2 approaches, many of us prepare for the annual tradition of watching a groundhog predict the weather—a quirky, lighthearted moment in the heart of winter. But did you know that Groundhog Day has roots in the Catholic feast of Candlemas? Beneath the surface of this fun tradition lies a surprising connection to faith, history, and the enduring power of light.

Here are ten fascinating ways Groundhog Day and Candlemas intertwine, offering both fun insights and a chance for deeper reflection.

1) Groundhog Day’s Catholic Roots

Groundhog Day originates from the feast of Candlemas, celebrated 40 days after Christmas to mark the Presentation of Jesus in the Temple.

Candlemas includes the blessing of candles, symbolizing Christ as the “Light of the World.”

Over time, weather lore tied to Candlemas evolved into the modern Groundhog Day.

2) The Candlemas Weather Proverb

An old European proverb connects Candlemas to weather predictions:

If Candlemas Day be fair and bright, Winter will have another flight.

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10) Ascension's Bible and Catechism App

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11) Holy Hour on Thursdays

12) This Sunday's Readings: February 2, 2025 - The Feast of the Presentation of the Lord

13) Sunday Reflections by Jeff Cavins

Feast of the Presentation of the Lord

14) Bishop Barron's Sunday Sermon

God Returns to His Temple

Friends, it’s easy enough to sentimentalize the Feast of the Presentation. But we oughtn’t to, because this story is getting at, if I can put it this way, a hard truth. And the clue is given to us in the first reading, which is from the prophet Malachi: “And suddenly there will come to the temple the LORD whom you seek.”

15) Grow+Go

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17) TALLer Tales

As the Story Goes: Last week, I mentioned that I didn’t remember much about the ride home from the surgical center. I remember getting dressed, being put in a wheelchair, and being taken out the front door, where we eventually found my sister Jackie, who was already at the front door with the car. I don’t remember much about the conversation, but I remember people wondering why it took Jackie so long to get my prescriptions and meet us at the front door.

I don’t mean to pick on my sister Jackie, but she does this to herself, and any activity or outing with Jackie will make you laugh. She innocently and unknowingly provides us entertainment, whether at our family gatherings, the Parish Center lunchroom table, or simple activities EVERY DAY. And I mean EVERY DAY. There are people at the Parish Center, especially Catherine, our Music Director, who dread missing our daily lunch gatherings simply because they don’t want to miss out on the latest “Jackie-ism.” They are always so priceless. But this one beats them all.

I remember Jackie and my mom laughing all the way home, but I was still too out of it to understand or even hear the whole conversation from my back-row seat. But when I did come to later in the evening, and they re-told the story maybe for the fifteenth time already that evening, I knew this one HAD TO BE featured TALLer Tales article.

While I was getting dressed and preparing for my departure from the surgical center, Jackie was entrusted with getting my prescriptions. She was told she would see a drive-thru outside with white pillars. She just needed to pull in and get the prescriptions at the surgical center’s pharmacy. It was right around the corner, and then she could return to the front door to pick us up.

As the story goes, Jackie got frustrated from the get go because she couldn’t get out of the parking lot. It became a maze to her, and no matter where she turned, she couldn’t find the exit. To her defense, the parking lot was a little maze. For those who have doctors or had surgery at the UnaSource Center in Troy, you know it’s a series of big buildings and a rather complicated parking lot.

So, the parking lot scenario got Jackie very frustrated and somewhat discombobulated. She finally left the lot and looked immediately for a white building with pillars. The surgical center’s description of where this was didn’t add to what was happening in real-time, but she knew she needed to get these scripts and get back because we were waiting for her.

So, she pulled into the drive-thru at the white building with pillars. A friendly voice came over the intercom, “How can we help you?” Jackie responded, “I’m here to pick up prescriptions for Michael Bugarin.” There was dead silence. Jackie reported that the person inside looked confused. She then continued with a follow-up question: “Isn’t this the pharmacy?” To which the person inside said over the intercom, “NO, you’re at Comerica Bank.” Jackie said she just let out a big sigh. This could ONLY happen to Jackie.

A few days later, I needed another prescription picked up. I got this text from Jackie: “I’m going to pick up your prescription. Where is it? Did you need anything else?” Being the smart-aleck brother, I texted back, “Comerica Bank.” She immediately texted back, “Are you drugged? Where am I going?” Then, a few seconds later, it was obvious she finally got it when she texted back: “FUNNY!”

Reconstruction Update #4: When Dr. Fortin told me this would be a very complex and painful surgery, I had no idea what I was getting into. It has been painful. I’ve tried a few times to forgo some of my pain meds, but that usually only led to some painful hours waiting for the pain meds to kick in. It was also a whole different story when the nerve block pump catheter I went home with was pulled from my leg four days after surgery. I was warned that when the nerves in my leg “woke up,” they would be pretty angry.

It has been a good thing that my mom and I have been watching Martin Scorsese’s The Saints series on Fox Nation. While I’ve known the stories, hearing again now about the pain and suffering of saints like St. Maximilian Kolbe, St. Sebastian, John the Baptist, and indeed Christ, helped put my pain into perspective. What I’m going through is nothing compared to Christ’s suffering and pain and the pain of the saints. It became essential for me to do what I tell so many to do who are dealing with any pain, namely, to unite my sufferings to the sufferings of Christ for the salvation of the world. When I started to do that, my instances of pain … while pretty painful … also became moments of prayer.

The extent of the complexity of my surgery was revealed to me on Tuesday when we went for my first post-op appointment. When the surgical padding was taken off, I saw the extent of the work. WOW! Five incisions, 50+ stitches (we stopped counting at 50). It was some major surgery. Based on the x-rays, the screws looked like three or four-inch deck screws. I never imagined the screws being that big. The plate and pins seemed dwarfed in size in comparison to the screws.

When it was time to cast me, the staff was surprised that I picked my favorite color … and it wasn’t black, but RED for St. Joan! So, now I’m bedecked with a shiny red cast with white trim for at least the next 8 weeks. I’m working on getting the SJA logo put on the cast. Until then, I’ll look like an undercover agent for the North Pole!

Thanks for all the best wishes and prayers.

Enjoy the week. Know of my prayers!

In Christ,

gmb@sjascs.org

18) Voiland's View

Every so often, a t-shirt shows up on some random person: “Question Everything,” it says. “Yeah,” our rebellious selves reply, “question everything!” Some of us have a persistent inclination to do just that. In fact, ‘questioning everything’ has a long history among humans. The saying, “Question everything. Learn something. Answer nothing” is credited to Euripides, a Greek playwright who lived in the 5th Century BC. Many of us today have continued to carry the torch of inquisitiveness. Wanting to know “Why?” seems built into our DNA.

Consider any six-year-old, late in the evening. Dad says: “It’s time to turn the TV off.” “Why?”

“Because you have to go to bed.” “Why?”

“Because you have to get up early for school.” “Why?”

“So you can be smart and know how to do things.” “Why?”

“So you can have a good and happy life.” “Why?”

“Because I SAID SO!” “Oh.”

As much as we might think this childish way of thinking comes to an end as we “grow up” and start assuming adult responsibilities, it still kind of persists in some of us. We continuously question what occurs all around us in our daily activities. This can help us learn about and understand different things and situations at depth. 

We are thus able to make improvements and develop new ideas. But, in the process, we also often question ourselves. We become very introspective and self-analytical . . . even self-critical. This can be good to a point – but only to a point.

For instance, self-reflection is needed for a good examination of conscience, or simply to review the day to evaluate how everything went, for better or for worse. We can decide if we should pat ourselves on the back or if we need a stiff kick in the rear. All in a good day’s work! Yet, we can also get stuck in a spiral of self-analysis that leads nowhere and can be counter-productive or destructive. We can find ourselves questioning the very foundations of our personal existence. “Why am I here? Am I really a good dad or mom? As a priest or religious sister, am I really helping people? Am I truly meant to be single – or am I just wasting my life? Does this ‘nowhere job’ that I trudge off to every day mean anything? Is the educational path that I am spending so much time and money to follow really the path I should be on?” These are deep-rooted questions that arise from the depths of our spirits.

From a practical standpoint, though, to be obsessed with these foundational questions about our personal existence can suck the life out of us. As much as a proper amount of reflection on these life issues is necessary to maintain good direction, excessive concentration on these concerns will eat us up. The damage comes when our obsession with our self becomes only about ourself. In other words, we need to view our calling in life in terms more focused on other people than on ourselves. It is far too easy to get caught up in our own happiness. We can look at our marriage, parenthood, single status, or religious vocation too much in terms of our personal satisfaction. But to have such tunnel vision is a guaranteed dive into misery. 

Depending upon ourselves for enduring happiness is a sure way to let the happiness we do have slip away. Happiness that runs deep and wide – happiness that lasts – comes from God.

When we turn to God for direction and meaning in life, we turn to him in faith. True faith is filled with trust, filled with hope. When we pray to God to guide us with his loving hand, we need to be confident that he grasps us right away. Every time we ask, “So, is this really what you want me to do, God?” we are tugging the reins of our lives out of his hand. Not to say that we shouldn’t reevaluate and check-in with God on a regular basis. But then, we should slide right back into trusting in his will for us. We can relax into his care if only we think about the stark reality of our individual life situations.

Consider the lives we each have. Would we ever have guessed that we would have the people in our lives that we do . . . parents, siblings, spouses, children, friends, bosses, employees, and enemies to boot? What about the particular personal gifts and talents that we possess? How about the circumstances that determine the jobs we have or the places we live? How much actual control do we exercise concerning a specific educational path? 

In all of these things, we are not the ultimate enabler. God is. God is not a puppet master, though. We are indeed free. But having reached out to him in faith, he fashions a world before us where we can choose to flourish.

Once we have entrusted ourselves to God’s providential care, it is basically a waste of time to wring our hands, constantly second-guessing everything we do. Rather than worry about whether or not we are “happy,” our time would be better spent considering the goodness we bring to the people around us. If we are ‘positives’ in the lives of the people around us, we’re good! And we will be truly happy. 

Even lives that have been consumed by sickness and suffering can profoundly benefit others through the offering of that suffering in union with Christ’s cross. Together with Jesus, our sacrifices can help save souls. In fact, the gift of suffering in union with Christ is uniquely powerful.

The bottom line, when it comes to excessive self-critique, is to give it up. It simply doesn’t help. Sorrow for sins in one thing; we need that. Worrying that the best we can do is not good enough for God is a waste. God doesn’t do such a thing to us. We do it to ourselves . . . with the help of the Evil One, the Accuser, who constantly tells us we are not good enough. Nonsense. We are saved by the Blood of the Lamb. In return, we give him the best we have each day. Therein we find our rest.

Peace in Christ,

Fr. Bob

rvoiland@sjascs.org

19) Ascension Presents: Father Mike Schmitz

Fr. Mike Schmitz Reviews "Wicked"

Spoiler: Fr. Mike thinks the music is great. But other than that... there are some major problems here.

20) Words on the Word: February 2, 2025 - Policing Emotion

Without a doubt, most of the world’s problems could be solved, or at least managed, if people were simply able to see things from each other’s perspectives. That’s as true on an international, country-to-country scale as it is on an individual, person- to-person scale. And it applies to virtually every type of problem.

The Detroit News did a story a few weeks ago on a new initiative being implemented by the Warren Police Department, training officers in the concepts of emotional intelligence.

“The idea is for officers to learn how to deal with their emotions by being aware of what they’re going through and what others are going through,” an officer helping to lead the program was quoted in the story as saying. “This is about recognizing that everyone has emotions, including police officers…”

The 8-hour program, similar to training programs that have been used for years by many private companies, helps participants dig more deeply into components such as self-awareness, self-management, relationship management and social awareness, the story said.

If all goes well, the story indicated, the program could become a model for use by other law enforcement agencies across the state.

One hopes the program not only is successful, but also perhaps is implemented by increasing numbers of individuals, organizations and, perhaps, even governments to drive deeper empathy, understanding and peace. We can all benefit from understanding others.

It’s but a shadow of the larger truth we recognize in Jesus’ passion and death on our behalf.

“Surely he did not help angels but rather the descendants of Abraham; therefore he had to become like his brothers and sisters in every way,” we hear in today’s second reading from Hebrews. “Because he himself was tested through what he suffered, he is able to help those who are being tested.” 

© 2024 Words on the Word

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22) 52 Stories: Good News from Spirit Juice Studios

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From "Bad Boy" To Priest

In this profile piece, the true story behind the film Father Stu is told through the words of those who knew him. At the heart of his life is the message that no one is beyond the redeeming power of love.

23) Hallow App:

Are you looking for a one-stop app for prayer and meditation? Look no further than Hallow. Hallow is an awesome prayer app. Hallow is a Catholic prayer and meditation app that helps users deepen their relationship with God through audio-guided contemplative prayer sessions. The app launched 2 years ago and is already the #1 Catholic app in the world.

We have a number of parishioners who are already using the app and loving it (my mom being one of them and she is on the app most of the day). Great for praying alone or together with your spouse/family, Hallow truly has something for everyone, no matter what you are going through (see below for their different content categories).

Hallow is free to download and has tons of permanently free content, as well as a premium subscription, Hallow Plus.

To get started, simply click the button above/below to activate your free account on the Hallow website. Make sure to select “Sign Up with Email” when registering. For step-by-step instructions, you can visit this process guide. Enter the code stjoanofarcmi to obtain a discount on individual pro plans.

24) Mass Intentions for the Week:

Monday, February 3, 2025, Weekday; Saint Blaise, Bishop & Martyr; Saint Ansgar, Bishop (Green/Red/White)

7:00 am: Concetta (Tina) Calisi

Tuesday, February 4, 2025, Weekday (Green)

7:00 am: Joel Byrne 

Wednesday, February 5, 2025, Saint Agatha, Virgin & Martyr (Red) 

7:00 am: Special Intention for Peg Shaughnessy

6:00 pm: John Spath

Thursday, February 6, 2025, Saint Paul Miki & Companions, Martyrs (Red) 

7:00 am: John G. Champine

Friday, February 7, 2025, Weekday (Green)

7:00 am: Al Rogier

Saturday, February 8, 2025, Vigil for the Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Green)

4:00 pm: Raymond Van Becelaere, Terri Smigels, William Dinan, Kathleen Kennedy Rieth, Paula Nagel, Bonnie Batche, deceased members of the Batche Family, deceased members of the Calisi Family who died in the month of February, Michael Bowman, a Special Intention for the living and deceased members of the J. Champine Family, and the Thomas Family 

6:00 pm: Dennis Lex 

Sunday, February 9, 2025, Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Green)

8:00 am: The Intentions of SJA Parishioners

10:00 am: Thomas Sloan

12:00 pm: Paula Nagel

25) This Week on St. Joan of Arc LIVE:

This week's LIVE Stream

Schedule at St. Joan of Arc:

Monday (February 3)

7:00 AM - Mass

Tuesday (February 4):

7:00 AM - Mass

Wednesday (February 5):

7:00 AM - Mass

6:00 PM - Mass

Thursday (February 6):

7:00 AM - Mass

7:00 PM - Holy Hour



Friday (February 7):

7:00 AM - Mass

12:00 PM- Funeral for Anthony Minauro (Read Obituary HERE)

Saturday (February 8):

4:00 PM - Mass

6:00 PM - Mass

Sunday (February 9):

8:00 AM - Mass

10:00 AM - Mass

12:00 PM - Mass

Please note that all of our masses and events can be accessed through the ARCHIVE section of our Live stream page if you cannot watch it live!

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