St Martin de Porres Church
31555 Hoover RD
Warren, MI 48093
Rev. Nicholas Zukowski, Pastor
Rev. Mr. Marion Jurewicz, Deacon
Tel: (586) 264-7515
Fax: (586) 264-4013
Formation: (586) 264-7970
E-mail: parishoffice@smdeporres.com
Other Local Events and Ministries
ST. BLASE PARISH Christmas Concert December 29
DECEMBER 29 3:00 PM
Join with family and friends as we celebrate Christmas with our Christmas concert!
St. Blase Christmas Extravaganza December 30
DOORS OPEN AT 6:30 PM
ST. BLASE HOSPITALITY CENTER
CHRISTMAS CRAFTS & ACTIVITIES.
INDOOR SNOWBALLS,
CHRISTMAS MINI-GOLF.
COOKIE DECORATING
6 CHRISTMAS CHEER!
**UGLY SWEATERS & CHRISTMAS WEAR ENCOURAGED**
Please RSVP at the Parish Office or Website to aid in ordering supplies
Focus on Life 2025 Annual Benefit Dinner February 7
Friday, February 7, 2025
St. Josaphat Banquet Centre, Warren
Amber Roseboom – Guest Speaker
Doors open at 6:00 p.m.
Cost: $55 per individual
$500 for a table of ten
For more information, call: 586-206-8813 (Nancy)
The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
In the Bible in a Year Podcast, Fr. Mike Schmitz guides you through the entire Bible in 365 episodes. Using an exclusive reading plan in The Bible Timeline (a groundbreaking approach to understanding salvation history developed by Biblical scholar Jeff Cavins) you won’t just read the Bible, you’ll finally understand how all the pieces fit together to tell an amazing story that continues in your life today!
If you have struggled to read the Bible, this podcast if for you. It’s offered by Ascension Press. Each 20-25 minute episode includes 2-3 scripture readings, a reflection from Fr. Mike Schmitz, and a guided prayer to help you hear God’s voice in His Word. Tune in and live your daily life through the lens of God’s Word! Go to ascensionpress.com for more information and to sign up for the podcast.
Retrouvaille
Retrouvaille has helped troubled marriages for 45 years. Only one marriage really matters; Yours. Let us help.
But only one matters, YOURS!
WE CAN HELP
HelpOurMarriage.org or 1 – 800 – 470 - 2230 24 hrs
For Widowed Men and Women
For further information about Widowed Friends and upcoming events, visit our website at www.widowedfriends.org
Give Thanks with Online Giving
To support your parish if you are able, you can easily go to online giving and either set up for weekly donations or a one time donation. We need your support now more than ever.
Sign up, or see your giving history at anytime by logging in at our Parish's web page at Connect Now.
OR - Give through the AoD!
St. Martin de Porres Parish, Warren, has an online-giving link for weekly offering and for the CSA via the Archdiocese. The online-giving domain is: https://give.aod.org
2024 Catholic Services Appeal - Click here to read Archbishop Vigneron's message
Make Your 2024 CSA online contribution here
Sunday Missals
Sunday Missals will be available for a donation of $6 by the baptismal font.
Wishing you a Blessed Christmas and New Year
From the St. Martin de Porres Staff
Rev. Nicholas Zukowski - Priest in Solidum, Pastor
Rev. Mr. Marion Jurewicz - Deacon
Sandy Acord - Director of Family Ministry
Michael Adams - Director Music/Worship
Val Cimini - P/T Weekend Maintenance
Christina Corona - Director of Christian Service
Zora Dziurman - P/T Administrative Assistant
Lori Isaac - Office Manager
Jeanne Kelly - Bookkeeper
Bruce Langlands - -Contemporary Choir Director
Mary Loria - Administrative Assistant
John McGovern - P/T Musician
Mark Miller - P/T Evening Maintenance
Tom O'Grady - Facilities Manager
Jackie Sciotti - P/T Housekeeper
Christmas Eve - Christmas Day Mass Schedule
6:00 p.m. on Christmas Eve Tuesday, December 24
8:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. on Christmas Day, Wednesday December 25
Christmas Offerings are not taxed by the Archdiocese of Detroit. Please make sure you either use your Christmas Envelope of mark Christmas Offering on an envelope, if you do online giving please be sure to use the dropdown for Christmas so we know where to place the funds. Please help us to get back on our targeted budget for collections. Christmas offerings can be made until December, 31, 2024. God Bless!
Saints Among The Saints Family of Parishes
Our Central Macomb Vicariate Family 4, now titled "Saints Among The Saints" includes with St. Martin de Porres:
12151 E. 15 Mile Rd, Sterling Heights, 48312
Mass: Saturday - 4:00 p.m. | Sunday - 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
Monday, Tuesday, Friday: 9:30 a.m.
Confession: Saturday 3:00 p.m.
38900 Dodge Park Rd
Sterling Heights, 48312
Mass: Saturday - 4:30 p.m. | Sunday - 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday: 9:00 a.m.
Confession: Wednesday 8:00 a.m. & Saturday 3:30 p.m.
St. Michael Parish
40501 Hayes Rd
Sterling Heights 48313
Mass: Saturday 4:30 p.m. | Sunday 8:00, 9:45, & 11:30 a.m.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: 9:30 a.m.
Confession: Saturday 3:00 p.m.
News from St. Martin de Porres Parish Ministries and Groups
Active Christian Women's Club
- 12/01 1st Sunday of Advent.
- 12/06 ACWC board meeting 10:30 am
- 12/07 Mass for deceased member, Dorothy Tepatti at 5PM liturgy.
- 12/11 Advent Christmas Buffet Luncheon” will be held at the Gazebo Banquet Hall, 31104 Mound Road, Warren, MI 48092 on Wednesday, December 11, 2024. Doors open at 11:30 AM. Gift basket raffle – 21 chances for $10. Reservation required. Cost is $25/person.
- 12/14 Mass for deceased member, Mary Trussell, at 5PM liturgy.
- 12/15 Mass for deceased member Vina Bishop, at 11 AM liturgy
Join the Pius X Council
The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic fraternal service organization. Founded in the United States in 1882, it is named in honor of Christopher Columbus and dedicated to the principles of Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism.
Meetings are held the 2nd Thursday of the month in the Parish Center, Room 1
For contact information or to learn more, visit the Council's Website
Right To Life
A beautiful and timely pro-life reflection from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB):
Each year during Advent, we prepare our hearts to celebrate the birth of Christ our Savior at Christmas. As we anticipate this joyful celebration, we recall the well-known journey of the Holy Family from Nazareth to Bethlehem. Far from home, poor, and in great need, Mary and Joseph find refuge in a simple stable. But this humble setting among the livestock soon welcomes the heavenly host of angels and the Son of God himself.
Today, women in our own communities are pregnant, poor, perhaps without a home, and in great need. They may feel alone, scared, and overwhelmed, not knowing where they can turn for help. In challenging circumstances, expectant mothers are in need of a refuge of their own. Like the Holy Family, they are often reliant on the kindness and service of others.
This Advent may the story of the first Christmas inspire us to reach out to mothers in need. May we proactively seek to offer loving support and encouragement as they prepare to welcome their children. By answering this call, may we help mothers experience the joy, hope, and peace brought by the infant Jesus. And may we, too, share in and bear witness to the miracle of new life.
Merry Blessed and Joyful CHRISTmas to all!
Maribeth Criscenti
Parish Respect LIFE Representative
Mark your calendar to come join in this wonderful pro-life dinner to celebrate and give thanks to God for the beautiful gift of LIFE!
Focus on Life 2025
Annual Benefit Dinner
Friday, February 7, 2025
St. Josaphat Banquet Centre, Warren
Amber Roseboom – Guest Speaker
Doors open at 6:00 p.m.
Cost: $55 per individual
$500 for a table of ten
For more information, call:
586-206-8813 (Nancy)
Blessings of peace to all!
Maribeth C.
Parish Rep for Right to Life
There is help for anyone suffering from the effects of abortion:
1 (877) 586-4621 – Lumina is a post-abortion referral network that offers retreats, counseling, and other services.
1 (800) 57-WOMAN – Right to Life of Michigan has a 24-hour toll-free hotline that is operated by OptionLine to find people local agencies in Michigan that offer post-abortive counseling, pregnancy help, and adoption referrals.
Rachel’s Vineyard offers weekend retreats for those suffering from an abortion experience—both women and men. They create a non-judgmental, safe place to think and explore their feelings about abortion. Rachel’s Vineyard believes it is important for them to grieve the loss of their unborn child before they can take steps toward healing and forgiveness Women are not the only ones who can feel the pain and suffering brought about by an abortion. Studies show that abortion can also leave families heartbroken. Fathers, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and siblings also feel the residual undesirable impact of abortion.
Please visit RTL.org for more information and let us keep in our prayers all who are hurting from an abortion—embrace them with love!
Right To Life Resources:
Online Help:
bethany.org
Helplines:
(800) 57WOMAN or (800) 579-6626
For men:
(877) LIFE OPTIONS or (877) 543-3678
Text for help: (800) 712-4357
St. Martin de Porres First Saturday Memorial Association
* What is the St. Martin de Porres first Saturday Memorial Association?
It is a special offering made by parishioners through which your intentions are remembered at the 5:00 Mass to be celebrated each FIRST SATURDAY of the month throughout the entire year.
* What is the requested offering?
A yearly offering of $60.00 is asked for the intentions to be remembered at this Mass, to be celebrated on the first Saturday of each month at the 5:00 pm Mass.
* How do I list my Intentions?
You may list your intentions one of two ways. As one individual name: Mary Jones or you may list family groupings: The Jones Family. Multiple names may be listed but require an additional offering of $60.00 for each name listed.
* When will these Masses begin?
As the memorial begins to form, and intentions are submitted, we will begin the Masses in May of this year. Some have already submitted names. The “intention year” will then be from May to May. And then we begin again. If you wish to continue having
your intentions remembered at these Masses, you will be asked to renew your offering each year.
* How do I become part of the “St. Martin de Porres First Saturday Memorial Association?
Please submit the form at the bottom of the back page with your payment to:
Diocesan—St. Martin de Porres #557
1050 74th St. SW
Byron Center, MI 49513
For questions or for Credit/Debit payment call Susie Boone at 1-800-783-1623
How To Report Abuse
The Archdiocese of Detroit encourages individuals to
report clergy sexual abuse of minors and others – no matter when the abuse occurred. Individuals may contact local law enforcement authorities and/or they may report to
the Archdiocese of Detroit
by calling the Victim
Assistance Coordinator at
(866) 343-8055 or by
emailing vac@aod.org In addition, the Michigan
Attorney General’s Office
can be contacted at its
toll-free reporting hotline at (844) 324-3374
(Monday through Friday,
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
or by email at aginvestigations@michigan.gov.
More information about the Archdiocese’s efforts to
address abuse may be found