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
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
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 - Help Our Marriage
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.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!
St. Martin de Porres Parish, Warren, has an online-giving link for the CSA via the Archdiocese.
Thank you, thank you, thank you! Remember: A gift to the CSA is a return gift to our parish!
Click here to make a 2025 CSA Contribution
Raffle Tickets for the Holiday Craft Fair on sale
We have begun selling Raffle Tickets for our all-cash Raffle at the 2025 Holiday Craft Fair. There will be $1,100 in prizes!
Tickets are $1 each or six (6) for $5. The drawing will be the day of the Holiday Craft Fair. You do not have to be present to win.
2025 Craft Fair and Bake Sale - November 1
The 2025 Holiday Craft Fair is right around the corner - November 1 - and we are counting on our fabulous bakers to share their most amazing baked goods. We receive so many wonderful compliments on our selections and quality of goods - all thanks to YOU, our Marvelous Bakers!
Bake Sale:
Home-baked goods can be anything from cookies to pies to bread, etc.
Cake Raffle:
Decorated cakes of all sizes and shapes are needed for the cake raffle. The donated cakes can be store-bought or homemade. Please call Karen S. at 586.243.0231 or ksigler@hotmail.com to sign up for your donation. Thank you.
Items may be dropped off at the Parish Center on Friday, October 31, from 11a.m. to 5p.m.; or Saturday, November 1 from 7a.m. to 9a.m. Please note on the baked goods if they contain nuts or if they are gluten-free.
Thank you for your support. We are incredibly grateful for the sharing of your time, talent, and treasure!
First Friday Eucharistic Adoration November 7
Join us and spend some quiet moments in prayer with our Lord, Friday, November 7, from noon to 3:00 p.m. Benediction is at 3:00 p.m.
Protecting God's Children Workshop
The Archdiocese of Detroit is requiring all volunteers and staff members to update their Protecting God's Children Workshop if you took it prior to January 1, 2020. All parish volunteers are required to do the workshop even if you don't have direct contact with children. If you've never done the Protecting God's Children Workshop, there are some in-person sessions being offered at several local parishes:
November 8th at 9:00 a.m. at St. Hubert Parish -
38775 Prentiss St., Harrison Twp. 48045
November 12th at 6:00 p.m. at St. Kieran Parish -
53600 Mound Rd., Shelby Twp. 48316
November 22nd at 9:00 a.m. at St. Therese of Lisieux Parish
48115 Schoenherr, Shelby Twp. 48315
To register for one of the above sessions, go to virtus.org and set up an account as a new registrant. Then select which parish you will go to for the workshop. If you need help registering, please contact Sandy Acord at (586) 264-7970 (ext. 233) or send an email to sacord@smdeporres.com.
Thank You!
Thank you to ALL that gave to Mercy In Action-Day of Service project that supported St. Dominic's Outreach Trunk or Treat. Because of your incredible generosity we collected candy to over fill 300 goody bags. In addition to the candy, bubble wands and novelty trinkets were included in the treat bags. Thank you again for all that you do for our programs.
Christina Corona, Christian Service Director
Spirit of Giving Hope Collections in 2025
Thanksgiving food collection: Oct 27 to Nov 14
Families will pick up food baskets on Sunday, November 16
Our goal is to provide a complete Thanksgiving dinner to the families in need.
Items to donate: frozen turkeys, boxed potatoes, boxed or bagged stuffing, canned or packs of gravy, canned yams, canned vegetables, canned cranberry sauce, canned fruit and boxed dessert mixes.
*Food items can be placed in the baskets that are located behind the last pews in church or dropped off at the parish office during business hours.
*Frozen turkey donations are to be dropped off to the parish office ONLY
Christmas food collection: Nov 17 to Dec 5
Families will pick up food baskets on Sunday, December 7
Our goal is to provide families with everyday meals. Items to donate: Boxed potatoes, canned vegetables, cereal, oatmeal, peanut butter and jelly, granola bars, pancake mix and syrup, Ramen noodle packs, boxed pasta, jar sauce, canned fruit, soups, mac & cheese, canned tuna and canned chicken.
*Food items can be placed in the baskets that are located behind the last pews in church or dropped off at the parish office during business hours.
Giving Trees will be up in church on November 15
Gift cards and gifts will be collected at ALL three Masses: Saturday, Dec 6 - 5pm Mass and Sunday, Dec 7 8:30 and 11am Masses.
If you are unable to attend please make sure to drop off gifts to the main office no later than Friday, Dec 5th. Gift cards may be dropped into the office mail slot after business hours. Please do NOT leave gifts in church. Cash and check donations will also be accepted. Make checks out to St. Martin de Porres. Please make sure your envelope states "The Spirit of Giving Hope"
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
- Craft Fair Raffle Tickets - If you didn't pick up your Raffle Tickets to sell to family and friends or need more, they will be available at the General Meeting on October 8 or
- Our Veteran's Day Tribute/General meeting is Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025, at 12:30pm in the Parish Center. Doors open at 12 noon. We will be collecting items for hospitalized veterans at Detroit's VA Medical Center. They are asking for socks, games, books, cookies, & toiletries. Monetary donations are always welcome. Please, bring your donations to this meeting. Hope to see you there!!!
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 famous actress went on a talk show and declared that abortion is "another word for mercy." She went on to say, "When you are a young woman starting out your career," she said in reference to her personal experience with abortion, "your reproductive destiny matters. " The shows adoring hosts fawned over her, without asking, what exactly is merciful about dismembering a defenseless human being to pursue one's own fame and fortune? Abortion is an act of violence committed by the strong against the weak-the exact opposite of mercy.
Life is precious. Please pray for an end to abortion.
Blessings of hope to all!
Maribeth C. and Regina F.
Parish Respect LIFE Reps.
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
Did you know that 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