Announcements

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Elections’ Rosary Pledge

The November 3 elections are fast approaching.  Prayer is needed to implore God for leaders who, while certainly not perfect, are the most acceptable to Him.  GOD CAN DECIDE.  Many of us pray a daily Rosary and some pray one or more throughout the week.  I am asking...
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First Wednesday, First Friday & First Saturday

Tomorrow we begin the month of September—the Month of the Sorrowful Mother.  This week, we have all 3 “firsts”: First Wednesday to honor St. Joseph (Sept. 2), First Friday to honor and adore the Sacred Heart of Jesus (Sept. 4), and First Saturday to honor the...
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The Assumption

Tomorrow (8/14/26) is the liturgical commemoration of St. Maximilian Mary Kolbe.  We will display our large image from Poland to honor him.  He reminds us to be completely guided by the Immaculata in fully and perfectly doing the will of the Father for the Kingdom of...
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CLOSED & Pilgrimage Orientation Meeting

Jul 10, 2026

The Shrine will close AFTER tomorrow for a summer break: i.e., from July 12-31.  So “Keep Cool with Christ” as our outdoor signs says! I can still accept Mass Intentions while we are closed.  (I offer Mass every day—often a private one.)  Mass Intentions can be given...

Pilgrimage Orientation Meeting

Jul 6, 2026

This year, I will be leading a Catholic Pilgrimage to the Holy Land on October 12-22. The Orientation Meeting is this Saturday, July 11, 2:00-4:00 pm at St. Joseph Chapel (400 South Blvd. W., Pontiac, MI 48341) in the Lower Level. Enter through the front iron doors of...

Independence Day

Jul 4, 2026

Dear Friends, We now have a flier (IT IS ATTACHED and is emailable or hard copy) for our October 12-22 Holy Land Pilgrimage that you may request in anticipation of the July 11 (Saturday) 2:00 pm mandatory Pilgrimage Orientation Meeting at St. Joseph Chapel (400 South...