Patrick F. Halfpenny celebrates the 40th anniversary of his ordination. Terence Netter and Therese Franzese fell in love in New York City in the 1960s. I attended his funeral. If the priest hearing your confession cannot handle that or keeps doing the thing that is upsetting you, you can also just walk out. Joe makes time to have a presence around the parish and community. In Fr. 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. About three years ago, I moved to Farmington Hills, and in February of 2014 almost died. He always reminded us to turn to the Lord. A priest and a Levite pass by without helping him. Ryan Adams always manages to take things to another level, a little deeper and a little more thoughtful, a joy to hear and ponder. The Wooten FamilyImmaculate Conception Parish, Ira Township. 1 "I smile every time I think of you." Send a spontaneous text to let him know he's appreciated. The answer is, "It is not about you. We still miss Fr. As you pray for the priests in your life, here are a few suggestions. I thank my Fr. But he has become so confident in his preaching, and his homilies are always well prepared. Parishioners of St. Alphonsus Church, Dearborn. Johns fidelity to the Church and his reverent celebration of the sacraments and the Eucharist that he demonstrates to the parishioners by his love for the Church and Jesus Christ. 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. I'm a single girl. Fr. We will continue praying to God so Father doesnt have to leave us, but I am sure if Gods will and the Holy Spirit needs him to go somewhere else it is because St. Barbara and St. Cunegunda churches are strong in faith and work good together as one family. Give him a compliment at a random time of the day. I seek to emulate his and the popes everyman approach to life. Okeke is the best; you see the love that he has for Jesus Christ and he inspires others to encounter that love as well. Aaron and pray God will give you the help you need. Darrell. May I speak for everyone at St. Irenaeus Parish in saying we all have miles and miles of love for our shepherd. Craig is just what our parish needed, a breath of fresh air. Thomas is greatly loved and respected by parishioners and the community. He has taught us not only to believe, but to practice our faith every day. He is sincerely happy that we are there and glad to see us. You have been a true give to St. Anselm Parish in Dearborn Heights. He cuts off all contact with the woman. Reconciling earthly family matters with the teachings of Christ can be challenging. Priests are indeed a blessing to our Church and our congregations. Having a brother in the seminary, we learned not as much about theology as about living life as good followers of Christ. John exhibits leadership skills that allow him to collaborate with parishioners along an unbelievable range of competencies. It is said that people get feelings about other people. Seldom do we find someone who so wonderfully and lovingly embraces and lives his vocation. 3: He is very fun. We believe that if there were more priests like him, wed have more people (especially younger ones) in our churches today. Thank you! He goes and does Gods work without question, but with the faith of the Lord. The woman will want to make excuses for him and will probably always love him. Any time I went to Holy Trinity, I witnessed the line-up of needy people he took care of, that my dad used to speak of. The PodolskisSt. Barbara and St. Cunegunda, Dearborn and Detroit. Stanley for less than five years, I honestly feel like I have known him my whole life. Zbigniew as our pastor. Joe isnt afraid to tell us what we need to hear, not just what we want to hear. He has been with us only a few months and I know he will gain the love and respect of our parish family. From his no-fear confessions, healing Masses, to calling his parishioners by their first names, he deserves more than a mere letter of praise and recognition. Greg and prayed hard for everything to work out. Brian Chabala has miles and miles of heart. We have altar boys, uses, Knights of Columbus and the Knights of St. John. 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. He was supportive of all my efforts, and was always positive. Noel is compassionate, gentle and generous. He uplifts us spiritually and helps us remember our humanness and strengths, and encourages us to overcome lifes situations with faith and grace. And as has become a custom, you responded with warm memories, words of gratitude, and all sorts of praise for those living the vocation of Holy Orders. But, we were very blessed to have him choose to serve as our pastor at All Saints Parish in southwest Detroit. bless your people in every time and season and. Stanley Pachla pastor of St. Veronica Parish in Eastpointe, is a special blessing in our lives. Gabriel Mosher, OP, Portland, OR: Sins are bad choices, not unpleasant emotions; so, confess your sins, not your emotional states. Tom, and for coming back to us! He uses his wisdom to teach us and guide us on our path to heaven. provide for their needs through your providential. Fr. "You see a lot of familiar faces that you've known a long time. Fr. It is my pleasure to introduce you to you for the first time. My son met Father at a funeral for his brother-in-law last year and, both impressed and moved by Fathers eulogy, began to attend his church. All reached out to help because of Fr. Aaron brought me back to my Catholic faith from a very dark place, and he continues to help me through spiritual guidance. Amen! Fr. Joe for talking to my family on my First Communion day. Prayer #14. It turned out to be a colossal failure in which the presenters were more into controlling and leading than they were in real Church renewal. Aaron does this in the Holy Mass, when he re-presents the sacrifice of Calvary to the Father. From the beginning he has always made our family feel as if he had known us for a very long time. Today, we are stronger in our faith than ever before. Aaron says the Mass with such genuine reverence, passion, love, joy and enthusiasm, slowly and deliberately, so we can hear every word, which helps us to appreciate the Mass as the Holy Sacrifice it really is. Tim and Jim share their values and beliefs to the couples who were preparing to embark on that journey. I appreciate the opportunity to serve daily Mass, funerals, and other liturgical devotions with him. He went off the highway to avoid fallen trash and debris; hitting something off the highway killed him. I believe that this is in part due to his life experiences. 20 Ways To Thank Your Pastor. He acquired a reputation outside of church as the Labor Priest, and in the archdiocese and in his neighborhood as the welfare priest. One of the archbishops regarded him as a saint and amazing person. Fr. We are thankful that he has now been made our pastor for six years. Fr. In his homilies, Fr. Thank you, Fr. He developed friendships with so many people it was hard sometimes to schedule a day to take him to dinner. When this semester is over, I will be a better person for knowing him. Ron Babich for the 20 years of his dedication and service to the parishioners of Our Lady Queen of All Saints, Fraser. Bobs homily about Jesus divinity and humanity that first captured my sisters heart. As the Catholic Church grows, and has family linked to its growth, it was comforting to hear Frs. You're in love with him because he's somewhat "ordered" and a decent human being! He maintains our church beautifully. We appreciate the time he takes to visit our classrooms and when he talks to us we feel good about our faith and ourselves. Jim has been like an answer to our prayers, and has done much to increase attendance and membership at our church as well as instituted some new ideas which have been most warmly received by our parish. 4. It might even bring you back to church as it did for me three and a half years ago. Father knows his people and exhibits pastoral charity that is essential to priestly credibility. 2: He is sweet, generous caring and comforting. My priest at St. Barbara in Dearborn, Fr. Gregs sermons are very inspirational and I am still learning about my faith after all these years. The priest who inspired my husband and I is Fr. Dealing with Rejection Next, comes acceptance. Now in our golden years, Fr. It took just a short period of time for us to realize what a treasure we have in this priest! At each parish he is very effective at preaching, visiting the sick, celebrating the Eucharist, encouraging the youth, evangelizing, working with the poor and more. I relay this with some trepidation because this young priest, less than two years out of the seminary, is seriously trying to practice humility. Thanks! Slaton, associate pastor of Our Lady on the River Parish, is such a knowledgeable priest. He really cares about our souls and getting us to heaven. 8 A third time the Lord called, "Samuel!". Fr. He has devoted his life to the Catholic Church and made many sacrifices to help us grow in faith. Fr. When someone needs a clergy person, the hospitals call on Fr. He works well with our other spiritual leader, Sr. Mary Downey. Ron enough!After Our Lady Queen of All Saints, closed we attended Mass at St. Isaac Jogues in St. Clair Shores, and Fr. 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. Frequently he recalls childhood stories about antics with our oldest brother, Michael, and our sister Maureen whom he cherishes because he prayed for a sister. These fine men have provided our family with countless, and I truly mean countless, selfless offerings of love, friendship, guidance and wisdom, all from their hearts, which are full of the Holy Spirit. No. He empowers them to see beyond their parish boundaries to the betterment of the community and our faith. Zbigniew. Stanley, for everything you are and do. However, if he knows that you committed some kind of sin that automatically leads to an excommunication and therefore you are already excommunicated, he might inform you about that fact. For a believer to marry an unbeliever is to sin grievously against God and God's people. David Lesniak is a man of God and has done so much for our beloved St. Alphonsus Parish in Dearborn. Pauls amazing costumes! Weve only been members of our parish for three years, but weve noticed a vibrancy that I havent seen for a while in churches in this area. Raymond and Paulina MiazekSt. Mark, Warren. Don WatzaSt. Joseph the Worker, Lake Orion. Msgr. It can get tense when a priest's expectations don't align with those of the lay leadership and parishioners. Denis Theroux from Our Lady of Victory Parish in Northville, is the best priest ever because he cares for everyone. Several grades contributed to this letter of gratitude. No. Fr. Bob said that if there was any chance of him surviving, he should be given that chance and rather let nature take its course, words that gave a sense of relief, lifting a great weight from our hearts. James Arwady has taken on his first pastorate as the pastor of St. Christopher Parish, Marysville. Bob, who essentially said that ending his life was NOT the correct choice. We LOVE you Msgr. David Lesniak is a truly wonderful man in every way. Fr. I'll start off with some general ideas that can be used almost on any occasion: 1. Why do we love our priest? He is a humble servant of our Lord and steadfast in his love and respect of Christ at the altar. In the past two years there have been many changes in my life; my sister was very ill and left at my doorstep, my brothers suicide and my personal journey of faith. Thank you, Msgr. I thank God during each Mass for Fr. John Hedges has been a priest for 25 years. Let him know that you notice the effort he makes to . He will be greatly missed by the parishioners of St. Alphonsus and we hope that the parishioners at St. Timothy will come to love him as much as he was loved here. Tom now retired but still saying Mass at St. Matthias, hes still there helping us cope with cancer. Fr. I would like to take this opportunity to honor Fr. Here are some easy tips to help you spot a valuable 45 RPM record right away. What a time to be alive and a Catholic! 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. Fr. Ive dubbed him Fr. Jim is administrator at St. Damian Parish, but the seven combined years I worked side-by-side with them have enriched my faith in all matters related to Church and family. Our friars are a blessing to so many. Brian has never actually been my pastor but I feel deeply blessed to call him friend since childhood. I want to thank Fr. Fr. 2. Dear Father, Thank you for a pastor that seeks You with a whole heart. 10: He is an author of hymns and books. Stanley for all of the blessings you bring to our parish and to our family. I would like to mention my teacher, Fr. 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. He always seems to have the right words when we face difficult times of illness or the death of a loved one. He is the priest who Pope Francis said, Go among the parishioners and seek the wounded, make everyone feel welcome, and be a tireless servant, and Fr. Okeke is the most joy-filled person I have ever met, and he strives to communicate that joy and Gods love to each of us. He knows how to cultivate those traditions that are most meaningful to his people. He embraced everyone in all their joys and sorrows. Although Fr. Everyday I see you I want to run into your arms and kiss you. Brian kindly lent me his ear when I sought his advice. This not only demonstrates to the children how vital the sacraments are; it also demonstrates Fr. He remains faithful to God by praying. We pray with Fr. That is what I receive from him. A priest should wear his clergy attire when giving direction to a woman. Stanley Obloj, pastor of St. Mark, has enriched my life and has made me a better Christian. We have never met another priest quite like him. Sean Bonner, who arrived this summer, and Fr. Confession is available six days a week for forgiveness and counsel; and when we have events to help others at our church, the people of St Johns always respond in very generous ways which is a direct reflection on Fr. He greets us all entering the Church and upon dismissal he addresses as many parishioners as he can on his way back down the aisle. David Lesniak is leaving St. Alphonsus Church in Dearborn as of Oct. 1, we would like to let him know how much he will be missed as our pastor after all these years. With each assignment he brings a sense of joy, delight, compassion, faith-filled preaching and a welcome sense of humor to his parishioners. At the end of the confession, the priest gives to the penitent what is called a "penance," a certain number of prayers to say, or fasting, or the giving of alms, or acts of mortification, or a way of the Cross, or a rosary. We decided to talk to Fr. Msgr. the Association of Catholic Trade Unionists. Fr. Fr. Paul Chateau, pastor of Our Mother of Perpetual Help Parish in Oak Park, is an attentive shepherd to his flock. Stanley, we thank you for everything you bring to us in your teachings and your wise words. Sincerely, Attracted to My Priest Dear Attracted, Developing an attraction to a priest is not uncommon; it's just taboo to admit it. God Bless! Active-duty service in the U.S. Army comes with living under unique circumstances. Lord, he deserves it. Msgr. The members of the Friendship Club St. Anselm Parish, Dearborn Heights. Mike Verschaeve is a wonderful parish priest. As members of several churches during the course of our marriage, we have known many pastors by name but none knew us by name. For this and for a lot more reasons, I love Fr. Parishioners were asked recently to share some of their feelings for and opinions of Fr. It's a particularly poignant element of priestly discernment that most of us don't get to hear. We are grateful for the time and patience he devotes to our Catholic Church. Are you ready? He is very welcoming and friendly to all and has gone above and beyond not only for my family but for many others. A priest functions in persona Christi capitasin the person of Christ, head of the Church. This is why Confession reveals the priest's own soul; it reveals his willingness to sacrifice his life with Christ. Im not scared anymore! During the past 11 years, Msgr. 6: He makes everyone feel good about themselves. Craig Giera had some big shoes to fill when he took over after the death of our beloved Fr. He is a warm and friendly person with a deep love of God. Chris Talbot from St. Francis of Assisi-St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish in Ray Township is the best pastor around, but the truth is the truth. We love and appreciate our Pallottine priests!Raymond Mote Redford Township. It is good to recognize our priests, especially those who go over and above their parish boundaries to help you. He is also the official chaplain for our Dearborn Heights Police and Fire Department. Zenz is full of Gods love, and I have been privileged to witness this at St. Thomas More Parish in Troy. We miss you, Fr. Fr. Francesca FreemanSacred Heart Church, Detroit. Managing a lifetime together trumps one special day getting married. Let them know you care. I feel happy when I'm with you 2. They have now joined our church. How lucky can one guy be? All of these are to "make up" for the sin, and to prove that the sorrow was sincere. Take, O Lord, all my liberty, Receive my memory, my understanding and my will. Ed and Mary HeplerSt. Alfred Parish, Taylor. One of the first who comes to mind is Fr. He understood all the questions and concerns that arose along the way and ensured that there were opportunities and forums to address them. Fr. Fr. Henry is the one who came into our lives and changed everything for the good. Leo. Fr. He is very involved in the things that go on in other peoples lives. He truly exemplifies what it means to be a Good Shepherd. Ryan Adams. Years later as a young priest myself and a social activist, I spent time as assistant and pastor at Ste. You can't control your neighborhood, the traffic, the weather, or the economy. Then He grows in us and reveals to us all the secrets of His heart. Nevertheless, our family is blessed to experience the gifts of his priesthood and faith shared so lovingly. We have a picnic once a year. He has watched me grow from a little girl to a woman of faith. He works so hard to shepherd the people of St. Michael Parish in Livonia. He has brought happiness to our parish life. Fr. Fr. Father is also seen sporting his Red Hawk gear at many of our students sporting events. His faith is evident in all he does and he sets a wonderful example for us of how to live our lives here on earth. Then theres our pastor, Fr. Hendrico Rebello, SAC, associate pastor, are serving our parishes and are truly blessings in so many ways. It was one of the most rewarding professional experiences I have had since becoming a licensed professional counselor in 1990. He stretches himself to be able to include all who call upon him for help spiritually or physically. In short, the priest falls in love. But we would still see each other thru this process which probably was not helpful cause during this time he has been in three differ orders. There is no one like him that can manage and maintain two churches and be involved in many organizations. Fr. No. Our newest priest here at the National Shrine of the Little Flower Basilica in Royal Oak is Fr. He deserves it. If need be, you might find reasons for avoiding him, either at the parish or if he visits your home. Since my kids made their first Communion 10 years ago, he has showed so much interest in my familys spiritual life, he planted Gods seed in my heart and every day at church, he continues watering with all his love and care. I remember the first time he said, Our faith teaches us I knew I belonged. Tim Birney and Fr. And so, while there are NO words to convey our gratitude to Fr. If you leave St. Augustine and St. Monica with anything less than blessings and a heart filled with love for your fellow Christians, than youve not fully experienced what a celebration of the Eucharist is about! My son and his family (including a 17-year-old son and 15-year-old daughter) enjoyed attending Fathers Masses and wanted my husband and I to experience Mass with this welcoming, caring, and down-to-earth person. Major Joseph A. Cosci, Jr. U.S. Army Cyber Command, Ft. Belvoir, Virginia, I know it said to write a note, but we did a Letterman top 10! He visits the sick and gives the anointing of the sick sacrament. May our Sweetest Heart of Mary be with you always. Sister Anne Mamienski, our pastoral associate, has been with us for one year. Going to shout he's coming back for you sometimes it's hard need to understand from each other so walk in the same it will build dividing walls between our And I'll I don't care enable you so take me by the hand gather we will work until he comes there's no foe that can defeat us when we're walking side by side as long as there is love we will Craig. Trying to decide what to do was very difficult we didnt want him to suffer, but were we selfish in keeping him alive? We often come to admire and feel close to people we work. You can't control who loves you, who leaves you, who helps you, who betrays you. He is our priest, and we all love him. We are very blessed to have Fr. Bugarin came to St. Joan of Arc in St. Clair Shores, he had a business to learn and great number of parishioners and staff demanding his attention. Stanley Obloj came to St. Mark Parish in Warren in 2012, we immediately knew we were receiving a wonderful blessing. I am 84 years old and a Catholic all my life and have never left Mass feeling as good as I do now. Joseph Esper our priest. "I love it when you wear that shirt." Most guys put effort into their appearance, but they don't usually get praised on it like ladies do. I am praying to God every day that Fr. Robert Bauer has made a difference with his pastoral care, insightful homilies and love of Jesus and his holy Catholic Church. Joe also challenges us to follow Church teaching including weekly attendance at Sunday Mass, respecting life, and supporting social justice. John prays with us and listens deeply to Gods Holy Word and to the Church. Thank you for your feedback. F.A.B.O, on June 24, 2011 at 4:17 PM Posted in Etiquette and Advice 11. Whenever one of us gives him a gift or answers a request for help, there is a prompt, hand-written thank you note from him. Okeke! They often have to attend meetings in New York City, Toronto, Hungary, and Gylafehrvr in the Erdly Province of Romania, and other cities. Okeke for his great leadership and for inspiring all of us to deepen our relationship with God. Its hard to believe another year has come and gone; Father still shows his wisdom and compassion. What more could I ask from a loving God as I navigate through lifes complexities? On any given weekday, he enters the lunchroom carrying his Phineas and Ferb lunchbox to applause and cheers usually reserved for concerts or sporting events. His passion for learning and gift for teaching are well received by our youth, with teenaged graduates of I.C. People felt his aura and our parish has been growing by leaps and bounds! J.J. Mech, was to become the new pastor of two parishes in Detroit along with being named the rector of the Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament in Detroit. That statement was proven to be true when we were informed that our much-loved pastor, Fr. Zbigniew Grankowski (St. Barbara Church, Dearborn) has been in our lives, especially for my younger son and his family. David, Fr. Mandatory celibacy defines a priest primarily by sex and places an inordinate amount of attention on his sex life. 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