By the Faithful Disciple GO EVANGELIZE It’s easy to talk a good game as Christians. We can all agree that it is right to feed the hungry, shelter the homeless, clothe the naked, visit the sick and imprisoned and bury the dead, as the Corporal Works of Mercy instruct us. But when it comes to…

By the Faithful Disciple GROW AS A DISCIPLE Today’s readings should bring us great joy. They are a reminder that our Lord may have high standards, but he is also “generous in forgiving” and “near to all who call upon him.” In the Gospel, we hear the parable of the laborers in the vineyard. Some…

A special thank you to all the people, vendors, organizations and ministries who made this year’s Parish Picnic a success! We would like to recognize: Cosmic Nails Detroit Bagel Factory Everyday Nutrition J Lukas Boutique Jet’s Pizza Las Palapas Livonia Rec. Center Looney Baker Luigi’s Trattoria Market Place 519 Merri-Craft Florist Perfect Game Premier Pet…

By the Faithful Disciple GROW AS A DISCIPLE Years ago, I was asked to take in a hound dog and I was happy to do so, but it wasn’t until I brought the dog home that I discovered how adamantly opposed my husband was to the idea. When asked, he had never said “no,” but…

The the Faithful Desciple GROW AS A DISCIPLE I am glad I was duped. Yep, the illusionist in the show we attended had me fooled into seeing something one way and it turns out it was completely false. The show was entertaining, and worth the time and expense we invested to enjoy it. And… it…

By the Faithful Disciple GROW AS A DISCIPLE God is not looking for perfection when it comes to his leaders, he is looking for true and loving hearts. In the first reading, God is not impressed with the master of the palace as a father for the people of Jerusalem. Eliakim the servant has the…

GROW AS A DISCIPLE The abundance of God’s love for us is what stood out for me in our readings today. If we consider the concept of abundance outside the Scriptures, it can be tricky. When we have it, does it imply we have too much when others have too little? If we are speaking…