Together we learn about the experience of grief and loss,

And find comfort as we journey through grief.

St. Anastasia Church in conjunction with St John Hospice is offering a five- week series about the experience of grief and loss.

The purpose of this five-week series is to provide support and an understanding of what we may experience as we grieve the death of a loved one.  Through sharing, education, and mutual support members learn how to cope with grief and begin the process of healing in a group setting.
The contents of each week’s sessions builds upon the previous week, so participants benefit most by attending all sessions.

“Healing the Heart” is offered as community service, and there is no charge.

Wednesday Evening Group

March 7, 14, 21, 28, and April 4

6:30p.m.-8:00p.m.
For further information or registration call:

Kim Houseman at 248 689-8380 x 112

God bless you for all you do for St. Al’s.

In January (1/23) we are going to start a Mom & Tot Play group in Meeting Rm B @ 10am.

We have toys and space, and would like to provide an environment for Moms and Tots to share fellowship. (And we have a leader, thank you!!)

If you are interested in participating, please call Kim Houseman at 248.689.8380 x112.

If you have a SUV or a Van, call Mike Carstens at 313-309-1277.

Peace and Goodness to you!

St. Aloysius is also seeking a Food Service Manager to work at the Berkley location. You would need to be licensed and have experience in the Restaurant or school industry. The position is for weekends and evenings. If you are interested please call Mike Carstens at 313.309.1277

The items should be gift-wrapped and tagged and delivered to the family’s parish by December 20th. You may also deliver the gifts to the family’s home.

There’s plenty of time to shop sales and provide Christmas for another family without breaking your budget. Please consider sharing with a family in need.

Call Carolyn Plague at (586) 323-0302 for more information.

Advent by Candlelight is a wonderful way for women to start the Christmas season. This time of year is always so stressful for women with all the holiday preparations that we sometimes forget the real meaning of the season. Advent by Candlelight is meant to help us start the season with the true spirit of Christ in our hearts.

If you have never attended this event PLEASE mark your calendar and CALL Ann Toth to host a table.  If you are interested in hosting a table, please let me know, as the number of tables is limited.

This year we are very pleased to announce a special Presentation by the Sisters at Visitation North. We will be celebrating the Strong Women of the Bible. You will hear a message that will speak to your heart.

This year we will support Mary’s Mantle and Bethany Christian Services. We ask for gift certificates to Kmart, Wal-Mart, or Meijer. Details will be sent in your hostess letter which will be sent to you later.

Tables are limited so they will go quickly. The event will take place in the Davidson Center starting at 6:30 pm. The cut off date to reserve a table is November 11. Please call me, Ann Toth at 248-670-2849. It is best that you call me in the evening or leave a message with your name and phone number.

Senior Gatherings and Opportunities 2011 2012

Did you know we are very low on people who can take a month or two and lead the luncheon?

There are a wonderful team of people to help support on the day of the event. Calls are made the day we know there will be a brunch/lunch. Your role is to plan the menu and call your team for support. It is actually a smooth process.

We would love to continue to offer this service to our parishioners, but need more hands to make it work.  Please prayerfully consider this ministry.  We are very low on team leaders.

Please call Kim Houseman 248.689.8380 x112 for more information.

We need you

“Give comfort to my people, says your God.” (Isaiah 40:1)

Dr. Paul Wright author of “Mother Teresa’s Prescription for Happiness”.

When: Faith @ Work on Wednesday, October 26th from 2:30-3:30pm.

This is a lunch and Pizza and Salad will be served.

Please RSVP by calling or emailing the store or by letting Kim know 248.689.8380

We asking for $10 donations which will be given to the Sisters of Charity in Mother Teresa’s name.  Come and enjoy the afternoon and bring your book to be signed.

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For those who are interested in continuing the book club, we were going to choose another book to start reading. Here are my suggestions – Let me know what you think.

* I Dared to call Him Father, by Bilquis Sheikh The Miraculous story of a Muslim woman’s encounter with God. It’s a biography, 167 pgs, $13.99.

Books are available for purchase at Faith@Work, Troy, MI. 248.250.9216.

We will meet in January to discuss the book, please order your book and start reading.