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Happy Easter!
Congratulations to Msgr. Bernie Reilly who celebrated his 40th Anniversary as a priest on Sunday April 28. A cake reception followed in the parish hall. A short program included remarks by Margaret representing the Parish Council, Msgr. George Michalek and Msgr. Steve Raica. May God Bless You Always.
On Sunday, May 5th, at the 11:00 Mass we will be celebrating First Communion and there will be a May Crowning. Parishioners may bring flowers for Mary. All are welcome.
Our April Centennial Celebration was a professional live production of Maximilian: Saint of Auschwitz. It was an inspiring dramatic portrayal, filled with all the elements of professional theater, yet striking in its simplicity. In June the Centennial Celebration will continue with the Corpus Christi procession followed by a spaghetti dinner. More information will be coming on this topic!
Bishop Boyea lights the Easter candle at the Easter Vigil. The candle was then taken into the dark church. The candle was used to light hundreds of individual candles. During the Easter Vigil a number Religious Education and RCIA candidates entered into the Catholic faith. Additional pictures can be found on the right under St. Mary Photos.
The Baptistry mini-museum has changed again. The exhibit changes monthly so be sure to check if out. The current exhibit reflects articles and pictures on events and organizations. There is a picture of Cathedral altar boys taken in 1949 - perhaps you were part of that group. Click on 1949 Altar Servers for the names.
The Diocesan Services Appeal (DSA) is now in progress. DSA this year focuses on the vision and direction provided by our diocesan Offices of Youth, Young Adult, and Campus Ministry. Our gifts support the work of these vital ministries as well as others. The St. Mary dollar goal is $54,967. Every family is requested to participate - no gift is too small or too large! Envelopes are available in church and may be dropped in the collection basket or dropped off in the Parish Office. Please participate as you are able. Fifty cents of every dollar above the parish goal will be returned to the parish to be used for our needs.
Members of the St. Mary Cathedral Choir recently visited Italy and sang in Cathedrals in Florence, Rome and Assisi. A description of their pilgrimage to Italy can be found under Music on the right. What a wonderful experience it was ... "truly inspirational and a thrill of a lifetime".
St. Mary Pictorial Directories are now available for sale for $10. You may stop by the Parish Office or stop in the Sacristry after Mass. If you had your picture taken by LifeTouch then you should pick up your complimentary directory.
Joseph Yeong-Ming Jong from this parish has presented himself for ordination to the permanent Diaconate on May 18, 2013 for service to the Diocese of Lansing. Anyone knowing a serious reason which impedes his Ordination should make this known to Deacon Gerald Brennan, Director of Permanent Deacons, Diocese of Lansing, 228 North Walnut, Lansing, MI 48933, no later than April 15, 2013.
We hope you enjoy your visit and encourage you to check back for updates!
St. Mary Cathedral Celebrates 100 Years Press Release
Cathedral Choir Returns from Italy!
Members of the St Mary Cathedral Choir, members of the choir from St. Mary, Star of the Sea (Jackson), and various pilgrims from both churches, recently returned from their pilgrimage to Italy where they visited Florence, Rome, and Assisi. Msgr. Steven Raica, Chancellor of the Diocese of Lansing and resident of the Cathedral served as our chaplain.....
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Do you need to know a Mass schedule? Call Toll Free 1-800-MassTimes (1-800-627-7846) or click Mass Times for an easy to use website. A map of the United States will appear. Enter your destination information or click on the State and select the city you are traveling to.
Food Collections for Advent House Ministries
With the economy affecting so many people in the Lansing area, we would like to increase our food collection to Advent House Ministries. We have heard ....
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Totus Tuus
Totus Tuus is Latin for "Totally Yours". Young adults (age 18 to 30's) in the greater Lansing area are invited to come together under the patronage of the Blessed Virgin Mary to draw closer to Jesus Christ and to share the Catholic faith in prayer, fellowship and service. ...