St Martin de Porres Church
31555 Hoover RD
Warren, MI 48093
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. Ephrem - Monthly Community Supper
The gospel compels us to reach out a hand of support to the elderly, the widowed, the orphaned and the poor. It is with that in mind that we invite everyone in need of a home-cooked meal and/or fellowship to join us on the second Tuesday of each month for a FREE supper. Food service begins at 5:00 p.m. and ends at 6:15 p.m. in the Fr. Ronald Milligan Activity Center on our parish campus located on the Southeast corner of 17 Mile and Dodge Park. For more information, please call the parish office at 586-264-1230.
SAVE THESE 2026 DATES AND JOIN US!
Tuesday, August 11th
Tuesday, September 8th
Tuesday, October 13th
Tuesday, November 10th
Tuesday, December 8th
St. Joseph's Syro-Malankara Catholic Church Food Fest Sunday August 2
Enjoy mouth-watering delicacies from the real taste of India on Sunday August 2, from 10:00a.m. to 4:00p.m.
The church is located at 25130 Lorraine Ave., Warren 48089. Food and Fun for family and friends, including a waterslide for the kids!
Spend Time with Jesus In Eucharistic Adoration “He waits for YOU!”
St. Anne Church, our neighbor to the west on Mound Road and 14 Mile Road, have recently created and dedicated a 24/7 Perpetual Adoration Chapel!
Come and spend time with Jesus in Eucharistic Adoration. You now have the ability to come and pray before Jesus in the Tabernacle any time, and day!
Come to the back double door of the church (the church doors nearest the green school building in the back parking lot), and you will find a keypad mounted on the wall immediately to the left of those church double doors.
Phone the St. Anne Parish Office to get the code to the 24/7 Adoration Chapel.
ST. ANNE CATHOLIC CHURCH: 32000 Mound Road, Warren, Michigan 48092
Phone: (586) 264-0713 Office Hours: 9:00am - 4:00pm Monday-Friday
Retrouvaille - Help Our Marriage
Next local weekend is August 14-16, 2026
HelpOurMarriage.org or call 248-382-8281
email: detroit@helpourmarriage.org
Retrouvaille has helped troubled marriages for 45 years. Only one marriage really matters; Yours. Let us help. But only one matters, YOURS!
RETROUVAILLE® CAN HELP!!
The Retrouvaille® Program consists of a weekend experience combined with a series of twelve follow up (or Post) sessions over the course of six weeks. It provides the tools to help put your marriage in order again.
The main emphasis of the program is on communication in marriage between husband and wife. It will give you the opportunity to rediscover each other and examine your lives together in a new and positive way.
There is an alternative to divorce!
This quite possibly could be the best gift you ever give yourself, your spouse, your children, your family and your friends!! *Please pass this information on on to anyone who you suspect might be a hurting couple*
HelpOurMarriage.org or 1 – 800 – 470 - 2230 (24 hrs)
For Widowed Men and Women
WIDOWED FRIENDS AUGUST 2026
Join Widowed Friends, a peer support group hosting at American Polish Century Club, dances every Tuesday, August 4, 11, 18 and 25. Call Liz 586-801-4536. Dances are $15.
Join Widowed Friends, a peer support group hosting Fri, Aug. 14, 10:30AM - The Widowed Friends Book Club (the second Friday of every month), National Coney Island 30140 Van Dyke, Warren. The August book will be The Widow by John Grisham. Host Elaine 586-291-2471
Join Widowed Friends, a peer support group hosting Thurs, Aug 20, 10:30PM. - Bible Discussion, National Coney Island 30140 Van Dyke, Warren. Enjoy a 30 minute discussion on a verse from the Old and New Testament. All Faiths are welcome. Enjoy a yummy meal, separate checks. Dave is a Stephan Minister. Call Dave for Questions 586-484-3148. The verses for August are Psalm 92 and Mark 4:35-40
Join Widowed Friends, a peer support group hosting Sun, Aug 23, Time TBD by movie - Sunday Movie and lunch. AMC Forum 30 Theater 44681 Mound Rd. Sterling Hts. Call Pat 586-295-2804 by Aug 20th. Leave your cell phone number and she will get in touch
with you about movie and time. Lunch to follow.
For further information about Widowed Friends and upcoming events, visit website at www.widowedfriends.com
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!
Catholic Services Appeal - 2026
St. Martin de Porres Parish, Warren, has an online-giving link for the CSA via the Archdiocese. Please clip or tap the link below or see the QR code on the Home Page
of this website.
Thank you, thank you, thank you! Remember: A gift to the CSA is a return gift to our parish!
Schedule Changes effective July 1:
Effective July 1, 2026, our parish schedule will be updated as follows:
• Wednesday Mass: Celebrated at 9:30 am, with Rosary and devotions before Mass.
• Wednesday Evening: Mass, Confessions, and Devotions will no longer be offered.
• Saturday Confessions: Available at a new time: 3:30 pm.
• Summer Adoration: First Friday Adoration and Benediction are suspended during summer months.
• Monthly Adoration: Eucharistic Adoration continues on the fourth Sunday of each month between the 8:30 am and 11:00 am Masses.
Parish Office Hours
Monday–Thursday: 9:00 am–5:00 pm (Closed for lunch 12:00 pm–1:00 pm)
Friday: 9:00 am–1:00 pm
St. Martin de Porres Rummage Sale is Coming!
SALE DAYS
Thursday, July 30 - 9am -3pm
Friday, July 31 - 9am -3pm
Saturday, August 1 - 9am - 3pm
Need more info?
Contact Sandy Acord
586-264-7970 (ext. 233)
Give your feedback
The post-listening session survey provides every member of the Faithful an opportunity to share feedback on the proposed models in their own words. Your feedback will provide valuable insight that informs the next phase of the restructuring process. The survey should take you no more than 20 minutes to complete and will remain open until July 31, 2026. Review your planning area videos and take the survey here:
restructuring.aod.org/planning-areas.
First Friday Eucharistic Adoration August 7
Mass - 9:30 a.m.
Confessions - 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m
Adoration - Noon - 3:00 p.m.
Benediction - 3:00 p.m.
Please join us!
Ice Cream Social after Masses August 8 & 9
It's time for our annual Ice Cream Social sponsored by the local Knights of Columbus Pope Pius X Council 3848, August 08 & 9, after all Masses. Please join us for fellowship and ICE CREAM!!
Mission Collection thru August 9
On July 18 and 19, 2026, Fr. Sel visited St. Martin de Porres to celebrate the Eucharist at all three weekend masses. During his homily, Fr. Sel explained the work that he and his fellow missionary priests do in India. He asked if we were able to help their ministry financially in any way, it would be greatly appreciated. There are envelopes in the back of church by the baptismal font and 2 boxes to put the envelopes in. We will be collecting for this mission until August 9, 2026.
Mass Intentions now open
We are now taking Mass intentions thru the end of 2026. This includes weekend Masses, Wednesday 9:30a.m. Mass, and First Friday 9:30a.m. Mass. Suggested donation is $10.00 per Mass intention. Please stop by the parish office to schedule your Masses.
ACWC Calls All Cooks
Grab your chef hat, pick your favorite family recipes, and get ready to share your culinary talents with our community! "The Recipe Box" - A New Adventure!
The ACWC is publishing a brand new cook book to sell at our November craft fair, and we need your help to fill it!
What to Submit:
•Recipe Title: The name of your dish.
•Ingredients: Complete list with exact measurements.
•Instructions: Step-by-step cooking or baking directions.
Deadline to submit: September 20, 2026
Email your recipes to Zora guardianangel1953@yahoo.com or drop off your printed recipe to the parish office. Questions? Call Zora 586-482-6092 or Beverly 586-907-6804
St. Martin de Porres Worship Preparation Team News
The Worship Preparation Team is working very hard with Fr. Aro and Fr. Paul to create a prayerful, organized, and inviting environment so the faithful can fully participate in the liturgy. We want our parishioners, families, and newcomers to feel welcome and part of our Parish Family and not just a group of people in church. One of our goals is to get more of our congregation involved in our parish's liturgical ministry.
Each week, we will be highlighting a different parish liturgical ministry to learn the duties of these spiritual and rewarding roles to serve God. There will be information regarding Altar Servers, Eucharistic Ministers of Holy Communion, Gift Bearers for bringing up the Bread and Wine, Ministers of Hospitality (Ushers), Bereavement Ministry, etc. We ask that you take some time to read these articles carefully while praying and contemplating whether God is calling you to volunteer in any of these ministries. It is a great way for individuals, families, and/or friends to worship and serve our Lord.
If you have any questions or suggestions, contact Tina Holub at tholub@smdeporres.com.
Blessings,
The Worship Preparation Team
Tina Holub
Maribeth Criscenti
Michele Kipisz
Beverly Savage
Val Cimini
Tom O'Grady
Spirit of Giving Hope Collections 2026
July: Dish Soap, Dishwasher Tablets or Liquid
August: Laundry Soap
September: Toilet Paper
October: Shampoo and Conditioner
Food Pantry Donations:
Just a friendly reminder that when donating food items from a store or from your own house that you check the expiration date. The dates need to be at least a year from the day you donate the items.
Due to Health Dept. regulations, any item that is donated damaged, previously opened, or used for any reason will not be accepted.
Please remember that when donating food for the less fortunate, we all have value in the eyes of the Lord!
Thank you!
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, & Friday: 9:00 a.m.
(Wednesday Mass at St. Martin de Porres, 9:30am)
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
It was a very busy and exciting year, and we are happy to report that we have 93 ACWC MEMBERS!!!! We wish everyone a happy, healthy, and joyful summer and are looking forward to "Seeing you in September!"
Our first meeting will be on Wednesday, September 9, 2026!
We also have the 2026-2027 membership forms available to complete. Many members completed the forms and paid their dues [at the Ice Cream Social]. Those not in attendance will receive the membership form in the mail in July. The membership due date will be August 1, 2026. Dues remain at $15.
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
"Not even one abortion per week is acceptable. Not one per month. Not one per year. Not one in our lifetime. The dignity of the human person begins at the moment of conception, not at birth. The dignity, as recognized by the signers of the Declaration of Independence, is bestowed by the Creator, and no one has the right to destroy innocent unborn life." Archbishop Samuel Aquila
"Give us the grace to stand up and proclaim that no one ever has the authority to destroy unborn life." St. John Paul Il
Let's keep praying for hearts to be changed.
Regina F.
Parish Respect LIFE Rep.
Did you know...
...that there are free Ultrasounds in Michigan? These centers provide a completely free limited ultrasound exam to confirm a pregnancy. For a more detailed list of all centers around Michigan, visit RTL.org. Also, for more pregnancy help resources, call or text 1-800-712-HELP.
Compassion Pregnancy Center
37540 Gratiot, Ste. 100
Clinton Twp, MI 48036
Phone: (586) 783-9620
Text: (313 583-9770
compassionpregnancy.org
Crossroads Care Center
3205 South Blvd.
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
(248) 293-0070
crossroadscarecenter.org
ICU Birth Choice Mobile Unit
(248) 620-5353
icubirthchoice.com
Pregnancy Aid Detroit
15847 E 8 Mile Rd.
Eastpointe, MI 48021
Phone: (313) 882-1000
Text: (313) 919-8124
pregnancyaiddetroit.org
END-OF-LIFE CARE & DECISIONS - Advanced Directives and Respecting Life. For more information, visit: bettercaremi.org
There are several Christ-centered locations for mothers who need help with their pregnancy in our area. These places offer support (through education and life skills programming) to pregnant women who are at-risk or lack safe housing to transition them to independence.
Take a moment to check out these life-giving places, and if you know of anyone who needs this type of help, please share this information.
Mother and Unborn Baby Care
www.maubc.org
Gianna House
www.giannahouse.org
Abigayle Ministries
www.abigayleministries.org
Mary’s Mantle
www.marysmantle.net
Remember, there is help for anyone suffering from the effects of abortion.
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 of the bulletin with your payment to:
Diocesan-St. Martin de Pores #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