Divine Mercy Prayer Service

We tried something new this year. Since all the churches are locked and we have no access to the Sacraments, we had to take matters into our own hands. Divine Mercy Sunday is too big of a deal to allow it to pass us by.

Lead by Deacon Kurt Godfryd, we organized a virtual prayer service to take advantage of the promises offered in connection to this celebration. I’d like to thank Father Chris Alar of the Divine Mercy Shrine in Stockbridge for giving us the idea. We took the inspiration from this YouTube video posted below.

This is our celebration of the Lord’s promises to St Faustina. Please pray along and receive God’s unfathomable mercy. If you’d like to slides we used in this service, please use the button below.


Fr. Chris Alar’s Message of Hope

Partial Transcript

Even though churches are closed and you cannot go to Confession and receive Holy Communion, you can receive these special graces this Sunday, April 19, Divine Mercy Sunday. And we’re going to tell you how.

Let’s begin by reading what is arguably the most important passage in St. Faustina’s Diary, when Jesus tells St. Faustina:

I desire that the Feast of Mercy be a refuge and shelter for all souls, and especially for poor sinners. On that day the very depths of My tender mercy are open. I pour out a whole ocean of graces upon those souls who approach the Fount of My Mercy. The soul that will go to Confession and receive Holy Communion shall obtain complete forgiveness of sins and punishment. On that day all the divine floodgates through which graces flow are opened. Let no soul fear to draw near to Me, even though its sins be as scarlet (699).

Diary of St Faustine

There it is. Jesus promises that the soul that’s been to Confession and receives Holy Communion will be completely wiped away of the two stains that are on our soul. Those stains are sin and the punishment due to sin. The special grace promised by our Lord for Divine Mercy Sunday is nothing less than the equivalent of a complete renewal of baptismal grace in the soul.

But how can you receive this complete forgiveness of sins and remission of all punishment? After all, churches are closed and Confession and Communion are not available. 

There is, however, still a way to receive this grace. Do these three things on Divine Mercy Sunday with the intention to turn away from sin in your life:

Make an Act of Contrition

Since you are unable to get to Confession, make an Act of Contrition, instead. As the Catechism of the Catholic Church states, “Among the penitent’s acts contrition occupies first place. Contrition is ‘sorrow of the soul and detestation for the sin committed, together with the resolution not to sin again'” (1451).

You thereby will be completely forgiven of all sins, even “mortal sins if it includes the firm resolution to have recourse to sacramental confession as soon as possible” (Catechism, 1452).  

Make a Spiritual Communion

Since churches are closed and you cannot receive Holy Communion, make a Spiritual Communion instead, asking God to come into your heart as if you received Him sacramentally — Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity. For instance, you can say this:

Act of Spiritual Communion

My Jesus, I believe that You are present in the Blessed Sacrament. 
I love You above all things and I desire You in my soul. 
Since I cannot now receive You sacramentally, 
come at least spiritually into my heart. 
As though You were already there, 
I embrace You and unite myself to You; 
permit not that I should ever be separated from You. 
Amen. 

Again, do this act of trust with the intent to return to the sacrament of Holy Communion as soon as possible.  

Say a prayer like this:

Lord Jesus Christ, You promised St. Faustina that the soul that has been to Confession [I’m unable, but I made an Act of Contrition] and the soul that receives Holy Communion [I’m unable, but I made a Spiritual Communion] will receive the complete forgiveness of all sins and punishment. Please, Lord Jesus Christ, give me this grace.

Finally, please remember that this extraordinary promise of Divine Mercy Sunday is for everyone. Tell your non-Catholic friends about it. Everyone can ask Jesus to forgive their sins. Everyone can make a Spiritual Communion. And everyone can ask for this grace to completely wipe their slate clean of not only all sin, but all punishment due to sin. Normally, the punishment is not remitted unless one has absolute perfect contrition. And unlike a plenary indulgence, there is no requirement of having perfect detachment from sin. In other words, as long as we have a desire for this grace and intention to amend our lives, we can be completely cleansed with grace similar to our original Baptism. It is a way to really start over in our spiritual life! 

“I promise you, it will be the most important thing you ever do in your entire life. In fact, it could mean the difference in your salvation. And Jesus told St. Faustina, Divine Mercy is mankind’s last hope of salvation [see Diary, 998]. Please don’t let this grace pass you by.” 

Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, the director of the Association of Marian Helpers

Very Sad News About Danny

We’re brothers in good times and in bad.  This is one of the bad times.  Shannon posted this morning that Mark’s son Danny passed away yesterday.  She asked me to get the word out.

Daniel Esper
Malburg Funeral Home
Saturday, November 10th
Visitation 1-8pm
Service at 7pm

I have the untoward job of sending these kinds of notes. This particular time, I’m saddened beyond words.  This is every parent’s worst case scenario.  Mark has a big heart.  I can barely imagine the pain it’s experienced.   I’m going to call my son right now and tell him I love him.

You’re all men of deep faith.  Please hold Mark, Danny, Shannon and their entire family up in prayer.  Keep them in your prayers going forward.  Prayer matters.

Shannon’s post on Facebook today.

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In happier times.

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RIP Danny

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Please make an effort to show up on Saturday.

 

Rosary Request John Mignone

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It is my sad duty to report to you that John Mignone has been called home.  His family has asked us to pray a final Rosary with them this Tuesday evening (tomorrow) June 12th at 7:00 pm.  John and Jackie were at 11 am Mass every Sunday.  Jackie is frequently a eucharistic minister.  They have a long history with the parish.

Please make an effort to attend

Location

Henry M. Malburg Funeral Home
11280 32 Mile Road
Romeo, MI 48065
Phone: (586) 752-2000

Date and Time

Tuesday, June 12th at 7 PM
Calendar Invite – HERE  <– download to your calendar or phone

Vivat Jesus
Jim Burns

Rosary For Ed Redlawski

Brothers, as you may know, Ed has been struggling for a couple months.  Ed was called home last night.  He left surrounded by a loving family.  Ed’s been a fixture with our council for quite some time.  He showed up for everything.  He was always willing to help.  Even in his 90’s he was always at the head of the line to help others.  Saying he’ll be missed is a major understatement.  We Knights have been asked to pray a final Rosary with our Brother Ed on Thursday night.  Please make an extra effort to show up for this one.  He certainly made the effort for us.

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Location

Henry M. Malburg Funeral Home
11280 32 Mile Road
Romeo, MI 48065
Phone: (586) 752-2000

Date and Time

Thursday, May 31 st at 7 PM

Vivat Jesus

Jim Burns

Rosary Request For George DeBruyn

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It is my sad duty to report to you that George DeBruyn has been called home.  His family has asked us to pray a final Rosary with them on Sunday evening, May 20th at 7:00 pm.  Groege and this family have been longtime friends and supporters of the council.   Please make an effort to attend.

Download a calendar invitation HERE.

Location
Henry M. Malburg Funeral Home
11280 32 Mile Road
Romeo, MI 48065
Phone: (586) 752-2000

Date and Time
Sunday, May 20th at 7 PM

Vivat Jesus
Jim Burns

Obit – HERE

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Rosary Request Diane Laurain

It’s with great sadness I must inform you that Virgil and Mary Ann Laurain’s daughter Diane Laurain has passed away.  Virgil has been a very long-time member of the Council.  He and Mary Ann have been raised their family at St Clement.  The family has asked the Knights to pray the Rosary with them.  The Laurain family has deep ties to the community and St Clement parish.  Please make an effort to attend and honour them this Tuesday evening at 7:30 pm.  Please note, the start time is 7:30 pm and NOT the usual 7:00 pm start time. Download a calendar invitation HERE.

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Location
Henry M. Malburg Funeral Home
11280 32 Mile Road
Romeo, MI 48065
Phone: (586) 752-2000

Date and Time
Tuesday, April 10th at 7:30 PM

Vivat Jesus

Jim Burns

Rosary Request for Nancy Kaspari

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Rosary Request for Nancy Kaspari

Good afternoon;

It’s with great sadness I have to inform you of the passing of Nancy Kaspari.  She passed away suddenly on Friday, Feb 2nd. Nancy was ever-present at so many events at St Clement.  Even being in a wheelchair didn’t seem to slow her down too much.  Her husband Carl was one of the founding members of our Council and a Past Grand Knight.  Her ties to the community are deep and her contribution to the parish was great.  She will be greatly missed.

The Knights have been asked to pray a Rosary for Nancy on Monday evening at 7 pm.  Please make an effort to attend.  The Kaspari family have been true leaders in our parish.  Let’s honor their commitment by showing up for the Rosay tomorrow night at Wujek-Calcarterra.

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VISITATION
Monday, February 05
3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Wujek-Calcarterra Funeral Home
54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Rd, Shelby Twp., MI

ROSARY 
Monday, February 05 
7:00 PM

INSTATE
Tuesday, February 06
9:00 AM
St. Clement of Rome
343 South Main Romeo, MI 48065

MASS
Tuesday, February 06
10:00 AM

Rosary Request for PGK Thomas Badke

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This Rosary is a little different for many reasons.  PGK Thomas Badke died after a criminal altercation at his business last week.  (Details HERE.) Past Grand Knight Thomas was initiated into St Patrick Council #3129 in October of 1978.  He served well and faithfully our Order for 40 years.  His brothers from Council #3129 will honor Thomas this Sunday (tomorrow) at 5 pm at Wujek-Calcarterra.  This is right in the middle of District 24 (that’s our district.)  His Burial Mass will be at St Clement on Monday.

In the spirit of Fraternity, we’re asking everyone from Council 7018 to make an effort to attend Tom’s Rosary tomorrow evening at 5 pm.

Below are directions Tom’s obituary and the email exchange I had with current GK at St Patricks, Bob Skwara.  He’s welcoming us and the other Councils in #24 to participate and honor Tom.

Visitation
Sunday, January 14, 2018
2:00-9:00pm Rosary at 5:00pm
Wujek-Calcarterra Funeral Home
54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Rd
Shelby Twp., MI

Mass of Christian Burial
Monday, January 15, 2018
Instate 9:30am, Mass 10:00am
St. Clement of Rome Catholic Church
343 S. Main St. (Van Dyke Ave)
Romeo, MI

BADKE, Thomas Edward age 61, January 9, 2018. Beloved husband of AnnMarie. Dearest father of Gabrielle (Tim) Alverson and John (Chelsea) Badke. Proud grandfather of Phoenix. Dear brother of Laurrie (Ray) Kaiser and Pat Fox. Brother in-law of Rene (Karen) Martoglio. Uncle of Tiffany (Ale), Stephanie, Janell, Pablo and Jessica. Visitation Sun. 2-9pm. Rosary 5:00pm. Instate Mon. 9:30am at St. Clement of Rome 343 S. Main St. (Romeo) unitl Mass, 10:00am Interment Bruce Armada Twp. Cemetery.

 

———- Forwarded message ———-
From: Bob’s Email
Date: Fri, Jan 12, 2018 at 10:32 PM
Subject: RE: [All] Prayer Request
To: Brian

Worthy Financial Secretary and Brother Brian:

Thank you for your message and condolences from your fellow Knights at St Clement of Rome Council #7018 for our deceased Brother and Past Grand Knight Thomas Badke.

On behalf of the Officers and Brother Knights from St. Patrick Council #3129,  we welcome the Brother Knights from your respective Council and others to join us in the prayers of the Holy Rosary.

Any questions can be directed to my attention.

Fraternally,
Robert A. Skwara
Grand Knight

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From: Brian
Sent: Friday, January 12, 2018 11:22 AM
To: Bob Skwara; Joe Suminski; Jim & Mary Burns; Gary Kopp
Subject: Fwd: [All] Prayer Request

Worthy GK,

I’m very sorry to hear about Brother Tom.  Are you interested in or looking for any of the surrounding council’s to participate in the Rosary for Tom on Sunday?  Please let me know.

Thank You
Brian

Rosary For David Sitek

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It’s with sadness I must inform you that David Sitek has gone home.  David was the father-in-law of Pat and Rose Miller’s son Patrick.  The family has asked the Knights to pray the Rosary with them.  David had deep ties to the community and St Clement parish.  Please make an effort to attend and honor the family on Thursday evening at 7 pm.

Location
Henry M. Malburg Funeral Home
11280 32 Mile Road, Romeo, MI 48065
Phone: (586) 752-2000

The full obituary is HERE.

Date and Time
Thursday, Jan 11th and 7PM

Vivat Jesus
Jim Burns

(These pictures are from David’s public Facebook page.  The Knights claim no copyright or ownership.)

Rosary For Tony Vittorini

Rosary For Tony Vittorini

As you may already be aware, Tony Vittorini passed away January 2nd.  Tony was the Knights of Columbus State Secretary for Michigan.  Tony was also good friends with Tony Nardozzi and a friend of Council 7018.  There will be a Rosary for him this Friday (tomorrow) at Wujek-Calcaterra.  I suspect many Councils and State officers will be in attendance and participate.  If you can make it, please do.  If you can’t make it, please remember Tony, his wife Sue and their large family in your immediate prayers.

Wujek Calcaterra & Sons Inc
54880 Van Dyke
Shelby Charter Township, MI 48316
Phone: (586) 677-4000
http://www.wujekcalcaterra.com/

Pictures of Tony from happier times.


(These pictures are from Tony’s public Facebook page.  I claim no copyright or ownership.)

 

Obituary From Wujek-Calcaterra Website

VITTORINI, Antonio Giovanni Passed away peacefully January 2, 2018 at the age of 63 surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Sue (Abbruzzese) for 41 cherished years. Loving father of Antonio Rocco (Evita) and Joseph (Laura). Proud grandfather of Valentino, Cristiano, Marco & Mia. Dearest son of the late Rocco and late Rosina. Dear brother of Delfina (Claudio) Liegghio and the late Luigi (Anna Maria). Son in-law of Mamie and the late Joseph Abbruzzese. Brother in-law of Anna Marie (Giovanni) LoIacono and Anthony (Mary) Abbruzzese. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. State Secretary for the State of Michigan Knights of Columbus, over 30 years of service for General Motors, Past President of the GM Club, Past Faithful Navigator of 4th degree Knights of Columbus, Past District Deputy and Past Grand Knight of Knights of Columbus. Member of the Mazara Club, Abruzzese Club and International Order of the Alhambra. However, the most important of Antonio’s accomplishments was the love for his family and his grandchildren, they were truly the light of his life. Visitation Thurs. 3-9pmFriday 2-9pm Rosary Friday 7:00pm at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. (Shelby Township) 54880 Van Dyke @ 25 Mile Rd. Instate Sat. 11:30am at St. Therese of Lisieux Church 48115 Schoenherr (N. of 21 Mile Rd.) until Mass, 12:00pm. Entombment Resurrection.

 

Rosary Request for Mary Pardon

Rosary Request for Mary Pardon

Today I regret to inform you that  Mary Jane Pardon has passed away.  Mary is Ella Hainer’s mother.  The family has asked the Knights to pray a Rosary tomorrowThursday, December 27th at 7 pm.  Given Henry long tenure with the Council and Parish, please make an extra effort to attend.

Tiffany-Young-Hauss Funeral Home, Modetz Chapel
73919 South Fulton  (north of 34 Mile)
Armada, Michigan 48005
Phone: (586) 784-9123

Vivat Jesus

Jim Burns

Obituary for Mary Jane Pardon (link)

Mary Jane Pardon, a lifelong resident of Berville, MI passed away at home on Wednesday, December 27, 2017, at the age of 87 years.

Mary was born August 26, 1930, in Mt. Clemens, MI to the late Remi and Mary Christian. She married Milo “Dick” Pardon on February 26, 1949, and enjoyed 65 years of marriage until Dick’s passing in 2014. Mary enjoyed painting Christmas cookies with her grandchildren and had a gift for selling raffle tickets. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Mary is survived by her children Larry, Joyce (Jerry) Walters, Ella (Henry) Hainer, Dorothy (Gary) Graham, Dave (Dawn), Bill (Kris) and Christina (Randall Ingram) Pardon; grandchildren Kelly Pardon, Amy Suess, Brandie (Mark) Majewski, Courtney (Darin) Roth, Joe Ventimiglia, Andy (Fiancé Kathleen Cowhy) Ventimiglia, Angie (Curtis) McBride, Jason (Fiancé Traci Aoki) Hainer, Nick Hainer, Nicole Hainer, Jaime (Ryan Marcath) Hainer, Kim (John) Niehaus, Danielle (James) Casey, Alainna (John) Walsh, Shannon (Sam) Sheets, Katelyn Pardon, Mikayla Pardon, Julianne Pardon, AJ Durand, Sarah Durand and Christopher Durand; great grandchildren Austin Denean, Tabitha Griffin, Allison Suess, Keegan Majewski, Chase Majewski, Bella Majewski, Dilan Roth, Connor Ventimiglia, Sean Walsh, Brennan Walsh and Everly Sheets; sister in law Helen Christian. Mary is preceded in death by her 5 siblings Ida Zuelch, Rose Rogala, Joseph Christian, Alfred Christian and Albert Christian. She is also survived by her special caregivers Mary Collins, Anita Wood and Silvia Yerty.

The family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. Rosary service on ThursdayDecember 28, 2017 at Tiffany-Young & Hauss Funeral Home, Modetz Chapel, 73919 S. Fulton, Armada. The funeral service will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 29, 2017 at St. John Catholic Church in Allenton, MI with an instate time of 10:00 a.m. Burial will take place immediately following the funeral service in West Berlin Cemetery, Berlin Township.

Rosary Request Mary Pardon

 

Rosary Request for Johnny Trupiano

Rosary Request for Johnny Trupiano

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Rosary Request for Johnny Trupiano

Today I regret to inform you that Johnny Trupiano has passed away. The family has asked the Knights to pray a Rosary with the family this Sunday, November 26th at 6:30 pm. Please note the start time, it’s not the usual 7 pm Rosary. Please make an effort to attend to honor the family during this time of loss.

Wujek Calcaterra & Sons Inc
54880 Van Dyke
Shelby Charter Township, MI 48316
Phone: (586) 677-4000
http://www.wujekcalcaterra.com/

Vivat Jesus

Jim Burns

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A little more info is HERE.

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Rosary Request for Lucia Hodur

Rosary Request for Lucia Hodur

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Rosary Request for Lucia Hodur

Today I regret to inform you that Lucia Hodor has passed away. The family has asked the Knights to pray a Rosary with the family this Sunday, November 19th at 7 pm. Please make an effort to attend to honor the family during this time of loss.

Roth-Muir Funeral Home
296 S. Main St.
Romeo, Michigan 48065
586-752-3360

Vivat Jesus

Jim Burns

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Lucia Hodur, age 89 of Washington Township, passed away Thursday, November 16, 2017 at St. Anthony Nursing Home in Warren. She was born January 22, 1928 the daughter of Gregory and Helen (Bajas) Targonski in Rudce, Poland. She married her husband Jozef Hodur on July 27, 1947 in Austria. Lucia worked at Glendale Meat Processing on St. Aubin in Detroit for many years.
She was a member of St. Clement of Rome Catholic Church and had a great affinity of the Blessed Mother. Lucia was an amazing cook, enjoyed gardening, and loved spending time with her family.

Lucia is survived by her two beloved sons Stanley (Dona) of Roseville and Joseph E. (Lynn) of Shelby Twp., her beloved grandchildren Stacey Hodur, Wendy Smith, Marie (Ryan) Phillips, Joseph (Becky) Hodur, Jennette (Mike) Wrobel, Lana Hodur and eight great-grandchildren Miranda Smith, Marian and Cyrus Phillips, Joey, Kate and Dave Hodur, Paityn and Avery Wrobel. Also surviving sisters Maria (Jan) Gorniak of Troy and Sophie Dembinski of Grosse Isle. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Jozef in 2009 and one brother Zigmunt.

Visitation will be held Sunday, November 19, 2017 from 2:00-8:00PM with the Rosary to be said at 7:00pm at the Funeral Home. The Funeral Mass will be said at 10:00am Monday, November 20, 2017 at St. Clement of Rome Catholic Church, (343 S. Main Romeo, MI 48065.) Burial will be made at Resurrection Cemetery in Clinton Twp. Those wishing to make a memorial contribution may direct them to the Humane Society of Michigan. Arrangements entrusted to Roth-Muir Funeral Home (296 S. Main St.-Romeo.) Guestbook at http://www.RothMuirFuneralHome.com

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UPDATE: Rosary Request, Sandra Fleury

Good morning Friend,

There are a couple updates to the Rosary for Sandy Fleury.

#1 Sunday’s date is Oct 1st, not October 4th. (Thank you, Larry)
#2 The start time is 7:30 pm. Please make a note of it. Normally, we pray Rosary’s at 7:00 pm. (Thank you, Jim Burns)

Please make an effort to attend.

Thank You

Brian M O’Curran
Financial Secretary
Knights of Columbus #7018
St. Clement of Rome, Romeo, MI
bocurran@gmail.com // 586-255-5350

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