Seldom do we find someone who so wonderfully and lovingly embraces and lives his vocation. You always know youve been to church when you leave with him. Msgr. Pat SmithBirmingham, Ala. (formerly of Taylor, Mich.). He is truly an asset to our parish. Father makes everything special; we just recently celebrated my kids 18th and 16th birthdays, and the celebration he did for us was amazing. The Altar Society of Henry Ford VillageDearborn. Michael Zuelch, for coming to our parish, St. Mary in St. Clair. Zbigniew, from the bottom of our hearts for all that you are and do for us. Laughter is good for the soul, and Fr. He helps us realize our own gifts. We pray that his stay with us will be blessed with much happiness. I see the smile on his face and realize that he is truly following the path that God has chosen for him. He is not afraid to give hugs. Pat practiced setting an example for us. The members of the Friendship Club St. Anselm Parish, Dearborn Heights. Fr. Grankowski officiating. Establish a Relationship "Don't tell him what you don't like if that's the first time you've bothered to talk to him." "Say hello before telling him what's wrong." 14. Studying to become a priest did not isolate my brother from the dramas of family life. They included alcoholics as well as mothers and fathers who had encountered hard times. We, the parishioners of St. Mark Parish in Warren, are very blessed to have Fr. Georges unflappable presence (like Jesus with his Apostles on the Sea of Galilee in the storm) was there. He asks us questions in his homilies and encourages us to participate during Mass. Richard Sipe, a married former monk who did a study of celibacy, estimates that, at most, 10 percent of priests are celibate their entire lives. Ray served three tours of duty in Iraq and Afghanistan, and upon his return was assigned to train chaplains across the country in Post-Traumatic Stress Syndrome for returning soldiers and their families. If need be, you might find reasons for avoiding him, either at the parish or if he visits your home. With three sons to raise in this world filled with distractions and moral challenges, my husband and I are grateful that Uncle Pat is an active presence in our family; a sign not only of love of family, but love of God. All of these are to "make up" for the sin, and to prove that the sorrow was sincere. In Fr. Noel has changed the lives of many here at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital. The Responses and the Heartbreak. As a small thank you, we'd like to offer you a $30 gift card (valid at GoNift.com). We also thank Fr. Noel follows up with some patients after theyre discharged making visits to their homes or visiting families after a patient has died. Fr. He was an accomplished painter and . He shares what he knows with parishioners and priests by teaching all of us about God. He has taught us not only to believe, but to practice our faith every day. On May 17, we celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary at St. Barbara with Fr. As a parish, we will do our best to remember all that Fr. Simply tell the Lord, "Lord Jesus, You are my first love. You have a deep love for Christ and His Church. Our archbishop shows justice, peace and joy while leading our Catholic schools and parishes. So far its working out pretty good; I love working there. Suresh Rajaian, SAC, (currently in the Cayman Islands) and Fr. Mark Borkowski. - Fr. I appreciate the opportunity to serve daily Mass, funerals, and other liturgical devotions with him. 1: He makes us happy to be Catholic!God Bless,Lawrence Ricard Principal Immaculate Conception Catholic School, Ira Township. I am a parishioner of St. Mark Parish in Warren. 23. Greg with this challenge, and Father said he would go to the hospital the next and not only give the rite of anointing of the sick, but also a special blessing! My husband recovered fully and Fr. He welcomes all guests who visit our church. First pray to Jesus, admitting that you have sinned. Second gradeOur Lady of Victory School, Northville. Father gave a warm, loving homily and invited our whole family (four married children and 10 grandchildren) onto the altar for a special blessing. Fr. We are getting married in the Church that his extended family belongs to. This not only demonstrates to the children how vital the sacraments are; it also demonstrates Fr. Thirty-six years of guidance, friendship, time and love. I want to thank Fr. All reached out to help because of Fr. Aaron is a humble, good and kind priest, who is gentle, loving, caring, understanding, patient, empathetic and compassionate! Father brushed up on his Spanish so he could minister to our parishioners who are of Mexican descent. He tells good stories. The service of the pastor is selfless, the service of the priest is precious, the services of the clergy is sweet. When I hear the Sunday Gospel and then his homily, I always take something from it. Please make time to attend the 11:30 a.m. Mass on a Sunday at 1491 Baldwin, Detroit, as my guest and get to meet this wonderful man and the parish. You're my moon, stars, and the whole galaxy. I thank God for his abundant blessing in sending us such a wonderful pastor. Father is also responsible for bringing the Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist to our school. First, by "retire," lets make sure we all know that priests never stop being priests, and even when they do retire from parish duties, they usually continue to support their diocese in baptisms, weddings, etc. Spiritual direction should take place during . Fr. Darrell is a very holy priest, a perfect homilist, has a beautiful singing voice and is very much a people-person. My very special memory is when he baptized my great-niece, Addison, and not too many weeks later celebrated the funeral Mass for my father, Salvatore. She was an assistant to Rudolf Bing, general manager of the Metropolitan Opera. He taught us the meaning of love and brotherhood, and also I thank him because now I can write in English. Thank you! He borrowed the words of one of the most loved and cherished priests of our archdiocese (the late Bishop Ken Untener of Saginaw): Hi, my name is George. We love him because he loves our children and knows how to reach out to the young. Stanley. Fr. There is Saturday mass at my church at 4pm so he will not be attending the reception (nor did I really ask him to, but the secretary said some brides invite him, some don't and since I didn't know who my priest was going to be, I never sent a formal invitation) Father knows his people and exhibits pastoral charity that is essential to priestly credibility. I am writing to The Michigan Catholic to let the world oops, Michigan know about a most wonderful priest named Fr. He takes a genuine interest in his parishioners and even their extended families and makes a point of greeting all who came to Mass. We pray that God continues to bless him and want him to know what a blessing he is in our lives. Two parishioners worked on repainting a statue of Mary in the convents perennial garden that was taking shape and others helped to keep the garden watered. I know that my fiancee Emily, and my mother and aunt, all of Michigan, are so thankful for his blessing as well. He takes time off to come in the hall in the morning to see us. The family was overjoyed when he sang Las Mananitas in Spanish for their relative. With all his inspiring homilies, you felt you knew and were a part of his family. Fr. 2: He is sweet, generous caring and comforting. Thank goodness that Fr. Stanley has had an extremely positive and direct impact on my life. . Greg has a big job, but he is doing great. I can never have enough of you. When I come back, I hope I have him as my teacher again. A priest is one who offers sacrifice. "When you witness a situation when someone is being rude to a priest, let him know that you noticed and express compassion." 13. We have gone through the difficult process of merging two parishes into one and Fr. But he has become so confident in his preaching, and his homilies are always well prepared. Surely part of the solution has to involve more realistic expectations and a greater appreciation for the priesthood, the fallibility of the men who serve as priests, and the love these men have (and sacrifices they make) for the people they serve. Ray Stadmeyer, OFM Cap., is the priest of St. Charles Borromeo Parish in Detroit. He has such integrity and honesty and this genuine childlike innocence about him whenever he speaks to you! Alexa D.Second gradeOur Lady of Victory School, Northville. 5. He doesnt beat around the bush either; he never mixes a talk of need and money in with his homily. When the typical lay person meets a priest, they perceive him first and foremost as a "celibate" and have an internal dialogue that goes something like this: "Is he really celibate? He brings the children up to the altar for the peace prayers and has one of them start the Our Father.. He is very approachable and we are very happy he is our pastor. I admire my priest very much, and I wonder if that's okay or if I might slip and fall in love with him. I cant imagine being able to have gone through these tragedies without him. Greg Rozborski!Margie Lyle St. Pio of Pietrelcina, Roseville. He was our pastor for eight years. He is, as Bishop Robert Baker said at our last confirmation, a gentle, holy man. As a teenager, he connected with us in ways that you didnt see back then. Tim and Jim share their values and beliefs to the couples who were preparing to embark on that journey. Youve worked far beyond retirement age and done so with a cheerful heart because of your great love for God and His people. He always welcomes very warmly and sincerely new parishioners and visitors at the beginning of Mass. I pray that we are able to continue to grow with his guidance and love for many, many more years to come. 9: He is smart, creative, and talented. Aaron always makes the time to hear a persons confession whenever they ask him. Joes flock includes a grade school and high school as well as aging parishioners and young families. His actions of service inspire all to follow his example even to take the lead instead of just following. Fr. In that spirit, this is the perfect time to recognize these two fine men who have dedicated their lives to God. Jim is proficient in his teaching. Brian extending sincere and heartfelt handshakes to strangers: All who welcome me, welcome my Father., Also a caring listener with a delightful sense of humor, Fr. Paul Chateau, pastor of Our Mother of Perpetual Help Parish in Oak Park, is an attentive shepherd to his flock. Whether its his inspiring homilies or his timely response to the needs of his flock, Fr. Stanley Obloj. Greg is a wonderful priest. We have been abundantly blessed to have two amazing priests leading the flock at Holy Cross Hungarian Roman Catholic Church in Detroit, both are Franciscan Friars: our pastor, Fr. He is a humble servant of our Lord and steadfast in his love and respect of Christ at the altar. We appreciate the time he takes to visit our classrooms and when he talks to us we feel good about our faith and ourselves. Stanley to our parish. Bobs homily about Jesus divinity and humanity that first captured my sisters heart. Zbigniew Grankowski, has been a blessing to me when I needed an annulment, and he did everything to see to this. Fr. I could go on and on, but I think you get the gist of what my priest does in his parish. He started the community dinner to feed the homeless people on Sundays. Stanley Obloj, pastor of St. Mark, has enriched my life and has made me a better Christian. Joe brings his spiritual energy to enliven the community and remind us that we must all go forth as disciples of Christ. We could never thank Fr. His participation in the Mass is one that is dedicated to that moment. Fr. Years later as a young priest myself and a social activist, I spent time as assistant and pastor at Ste. He has a wonderful sense of humor. Friends and family question our decision to drive that far to make St. Andre Bessette our parish home. Zbigniew is more than just a priest: he is pastor, family and friend. I am sure that he will truly be bilingual upon his return to Michigan. provide for their needs through your providential. I can now think of certain people whom I have known, heroes in my life who fit this definition in a special way. Fr. He maintains our church beautifully. He is never too rushed to listen, too busy to make time, or too tired to be available. I am writing this letter to tell you about my parish priest. From the contemporaneous books of Ezra (9, 10) and Nehemiah (13:23-29) we learn that one of the ways the priests . Your Church is continually in need of priests, sisters and brothers to offer themselves in the service. You've probably spent hours flipping through your stacks of vintage records only to come away empty-handed. They already have a commitment and that commitment is to God, his Church, and God's people. He is serving us at Henry Ford Village Chapel and St. Clement Church in Dearborn. What makes Fr. They celebrate Mass so devoutly and beautifully proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ by their words and actions every day. His theological conversations have deepened the faith of his family. God bless you always. Stanley will occupy a place in my heart forever and I am so thankful for his presence and guidance, which has strengthened my spiritual journey. Barbara BechardSt. Alphonsus Church, Dearborn. Kishore Battu among us as well, but in particular our elementary school children have had the wonderful experience of enjoying his joyful, affirming spirit. No parish cook or housekeeper. Noel is compassionate, gentle and generous. Ron, but God was looking out for us when he sent Fr. He is a blessing to me and everyone he comes in contact with. Fr. With love he gave me this gift to learn his idiom. I first heard of him through my dad, a union-activist at Ford Motor, who used to also go to meetings at Holy Trinity Church in downtown Detroit; there Fr. Zbigniew Grankowski. He is the most devoted, spiritual, humble, warm-hearted, hard-working and giving priest we have ever met. Several parishioners responded to Fr. Brian on a golf course (admittedly, he dislikes the sport), but youll always spot him walking the Mackinac Bridge on Labor Day. Zbigniew also has brought two parishes together, not closed them. Noels light is his willingness to share of himself. I have lost track of all the wonderful ways he has given to the archdiocese, but in all those places, I know that he has touched many hearts! And now that we are merged he has been assigned to be pastor at St. Timothy in Trenton. A few weeks later at a vicariate meeting, he gave a report and told everyone that I did a great job getting support, (that was probably due to him and his presence!). May God bless you in your new parish. Mike has grown to love St. Joan of Arc. Darrell Roman as pastor of our parish. 2. You are my favorite person. We'll walk you through some cute ways to tell him you love him! A modest person, he never touts this as his social action: Learn from me, for I am humble of heart., Once I arrived at a crowded Christmas Mass and found strangers occupying my pew. Stanley, as a priest and a person, along with how fortunate our parish is to have him as our leader. Fr. Open the. He cuts off all contact with the woman. Joe Mallia is not only the pastor of St. Frances Cabrini Parish in Allen Park, but he is also its visionary, spiritual compass, servant and teacher. That is until we met Fr. Stan not only welcomed the idea but has offered assistance in so many ways as Sr. Diane Massons dream of ministering to pregnant teens began to take shape. Joseph and Cheryl KiznerHoly Cross Hungarian Roman Catholic Church, Detroit. Thank you for the opportunity to sing his praises, because you would never learn any of this from him. David Burgard, Fr. I am here to tell that Fr. The Radvansky and Dayble familyOur Lady Queen of All Saints, Fraser. Amen. I thank you, and we do miss you. They run the St. John Capistrano Youth Foundation in New York City, and the newly dedicated Our Lady of Hungary Chapel in Washington, D.C., was Fr. 4. Our shepherd, Fr. From my grandparents to our own children, we couldnt ask for a more faithful, inspirational and loving parish priest than Msgr. His kindness, love and compassion know no bounds. We are blessed to have him as our pastor. God has blessed us well!Students in the faith formation program at Immaculate Conception Parish, Ira Township. Tom Sutherland was pastor at St. Matthias Parish in Sterling Heights, that I noticed how he was dedicated to the Beatitudes of the Catholic faith. He is a committed Catholic priest. He is courageous in that he has not been afraid to implement changes in the parish that will help us to better know and understand the teachings of the Church and how it applies to our lives. Fr. At our recent parish festival, Father was an active participant. Thank you, Fr. We decided to talk to Fr. Our priest, Fr. We do not have to feel the regret of prematurely ending Dads life. Through the Society for the Propagation of the Faith, youve served humanity throughout the world. Msgr. Father always makes everyone feel special; he is a caring, loving, and compassionate person. Ever welcoming, Fr. Ron Babich for the 20 years of his dedication and service to the parishioners of Our Lady Queen of All Saints, Fraser. Mike has not only been able manage the responsibilities of the parish but has developed a personal relationship with the parishioners. Zbigniew Grankowski is so special for my family. He then relays powerful messages that are enlightening and inspirational. Fr. The way that he personalizes his homilies is a very special gift to all of us. Last year, Fr. We are truly blessed to have him at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital. Alex Kratz, OFM, also came from Berkley and gave me last rites and prayed with my family. Fr. Under the current leadership of Bro. Lifes leaders like him provide us with the purpose and motivation that we need to be better followers of Christ, neighbors and citizens. We have been very fortunate at St. Valentine Parish and Our Lady of Loretto Parish, both in Redford Township, to have wonderful Pallottine priests from India leading our parishes in recent years. His ability to all of a sudden show up is uncanny; his homilies, which simply strike the right chord, touches our hearts exactly where it is needed. I think he is a good priest because he cares about everyone. Pauls amazing costumes! Former cardinal McCarrick faces new sexual assault charge in Wisconsin, Two men make final profession as SOLT brothers at Most Holy Redeemer (PHOTOS), Six ordained transitional deacons, preparing for priesthood in near future (PHOTOS), Teens impress judges with grasp of life issues in Right to Life oratory contest, Cardinal recalls those killed, injured in 2013 Boston Marathon bombing; urges prayers for 'gift of peace'. He lives simply. Craig. That is what I receive from him. Jim Lopez as a pre-marital counselor at Holy Cross, St. Catherine and St. Mark churches in Marine City. Wed like to thank Fr. Youd never find Fr. Your homilies are edifying and you make it known by your words and actions that your mission as a priest is the salvation of our souls. And I forgot for a moment you should never turn your back on your enemy. Cornelius Okeke. We also thank you for helping our parish community reflect on the gift of eternal life. He is a true, living example of a priest, who has gained the love, respect and admiration of the faithful people he serves on a regular basis. Gabriel Mosher, OP, Portland, OR: Sins are bad choices, not unpleasant emotions; so, confess your sins, not your emotional states. He cares deeply about his parishioners, which is evident from the amount of time he spends getting to know each one. He remains in our prayers as he continues his ministry. We are so happy Fr. I want to write about what Father gives to us:Where Father is, there is love When our hearts are light, the day is bright With Fathers love, there is a song We know that nothing will go wrong With his love there is a smile To make all things worthwhile With his love there is quiet and peace We are in a place where turmoils cease Once in a while I may be out of touch But Father will mold and shape me and do so much Fathers love with make the church a better place For every color, creed or race Father is our best friend, tried and true Someone we can tell our troubles to Father, we never yearned for riches of silver or gold The treasures youve given us cannot be bought or sold. Zenz is full of Gods love, and I have been privileged to witness this at St. Thomas More Parish in Troy. Zbigniew is a gifted speaker and his homilies are very inspirational for us. I wonder what he does with his sex drive. Ron Milligan at St. Ephrem Parish in Sterling Heights. Tom Belczak as our pastor and spiritual guide. It is brilliantly done in a way that allows children to interact with him through skits, providing lessons for all, while at the same time helping the children to grow in their faith. Fr. STO LAT!The Parishioners of St. John the Baptist Parish, Dearborn Heights. They didnt have to be especially blessed; in a sense, all of Gods creation became sacramental. Zbigniew Grankowski has touched our lives at St. Barbara in Dearborn and St. Cunegunda in Detroit in so many ways. As an on-the-go Army major, Im obviously blessed to have the support of citizen patriots like Fr. Parker listened to all points of view with compassion and understanding as he led us in our new direction. Greg has been faced with many challenges from angry parishioners after the blending of three parishes into one. What more could I ask from a loving God as I navigate through lifes complexities? When you need help with bills, he is there to give a helping hand. Stan was asked if the parishs former convent might be available to house a new ministry that would reach out to pregnant teens, he warmly welcomed the idea. The woman, too, has faced struggles. I would like to take this opportunity to honor Fr. Rooney. You have given me all that I am and all that I possess. I cant tell you the number of people who came back to the Church because of Fr. Fr. When someone needs a clergy person, the hospitals call on Fr. He helped us to look forward instead of backward, without losing our former identities but instead merging them into one family. Fr. Norman Paul Thomas is recognized in The Michigan Catholic Priesthood Sunday edition because he deserves it. May God continue to bless the people of our parish with the support and love of a priest that truly loves what he is and lives for the Lord! Thomas is greatly loved and respected by parishioners and the community. We are very blessed to have Fr. 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