We, the people of St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, are a pilgrim people, a people on a journey. We struggle to live out the gospel in the context of our parish and our community while we travel together the path to the kingdom of God. We respect the beliefs and traditions of other Christian churches and we strive to cooperate with them in serving those in our community. We are to be a people of hospitality toward vacationers, college students and seasonal laborers, making special effort to help them feel welcome among us. We believe the various cultures within our community are gifts from God, and rather than assimilate them, we seek to be enriched by them. We accept one another and our different backgrounds while at the same time recognizing we are indeed a common Christian family. Whether cooperating with other Christian churches of the community of Holland, welcoming visitors and seasonal laborers, or accepting one another within our own parish community, we seek the unity that God wills, for we share "one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all, and works through all, and is in all." (Ephesians 4:5-6)

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NEW!!!

  • Special pages that you have been given access to are now located in the "my resources" menu on the top left of the menu bar when you are logged in. For registered parishioners, this includes the parish online pictorial directory.

CHILI Cook Off!!!

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Corpus Christi Newsletter


Corpus Christi Catholic School E-Mail Newsletter
http://www.corpuschristischool.us/


Catholic Schools Week
January 31 thru February 6


Principal News:


Last evening we hosted our Open House. Several of our fourth and fifth grade students served as student ambassadors. While the majority of people coming through were parents of young children, they were all impressed by the quality of our students. Corpus Christi students know every inch of their school. They confidently pass through the halls with adults they have only just met, telling them the things they love about their school. That same confidence will follow them long after they leave these halls.

We need your help!!!


Every week Macintosh Manor’s seniors clip coupons for our men and women in service.  Thank you to all who have brought in coupons to be clipped.  Hopefully, more people will contribute.


The coupons are sent to PX’s all over the world.  Many letters of appreciation are received from the military bases. Our service people appreciate the help to save in such critical times.  Many thanks and pray for our troops.


Haiti Earthquake Relief Effort

Many thanks to all our parishioners that contributed to the Haiti Earthquake Relief Effort.  We collected a total of $10,944.57 for our brothers and sisters in Haiti. 


Thank you for your generosity and support!Smile


If you would like to still make a donation you can still do by mailing it to the address below.



The Diocese of Grand Rapids works in partnership with Catholic Relief Services (CRS) for Haiti earthquake relief.  Our brothers and sisters are in need of our support. 


 Donations can be made by check or electronically at the diocesan Web site at dioceseofgrandrapids.org by clicking on the Haiti Earthquake Relief Effort link. Please make checks payable to Diocese of Grand Rapids/Haiti Relief Effort and mail to:


Diocese of Grand Rapids


Attn: Haiti Earthquake Relief Effort


360 Division Ave S


Grand Rapids, MI 49503


Please make checks payable to Diocese of Grand Rapids/Haiti Relief Effort.

No Limit Texas Hold’em Tournament

Cash Prizes - Saturday, February 6, 2010 
Join us for a No Limit Texas Hold’em Tournament at Our Lady of the Lake to raise funds for Corpus Christi Catholic School.
Check-in starts at 6:30 pm and Tournament starts at 7:00 pm sharp. $40  pre-sale tickets or $50 at the door. Munchies and a big Screen TV for the college games will be provided.  Food, beer, and soda are available for purchase.  If you would like to play or volunteer some time or just need more information, contact Brad Everest or Eric Asselin at 616-796-2300
or email at cctexasholdem@hotmail.com

Vocations

Talking with your children have you neglected to raise the call to Church ministry?  The process of answering God's call begins in childhood. Throughout adolescence and adulthood, the attitudes assumed in childhood begin to influence the course of one's life.   A vocation or a talent will not grow unless it is nurtured in childhood and adolescence by a parent.   Often children talk about what they want to be "when they grow up":  doctors, lawyers, athletes, nurses, movie stars teachers, carpenters.  They talk about these roles, but do they ever talk about being a priest, sister or brother?  You are the hand of God--encourage your children to consider Church ministry.

How to Recognize God’s Presence and Voice

Date: 
Wednesday, January 6, 2010 - 6:30pm


Wednesday Night Speaker Series
January 6, 20; February 3



How to Recognize God’s Presence and Voice
by  Michael Fonseca


In response to Jesus’ prayer, the Father has granted us the gift of the Holy Spirit who is described by Jesus as our Advocate before the Father.  Jesus goes even further when He says that the Holy Spirit will dwell within us.  Thus the Holy Spirit is the creator and keeper of our souls/spirits.  Discernment is essentially life in and with the Holy Spirit.  We will examine our life in the Spirit and how it unfolds in every day life and circumstances.


Flood Relief Task Force

The news media carried information regarding Holland’s Flood Relief Task Force efforts to assist low-income families with needed furnaces, water heaters and general clean up.  In order to do this, we need to raise $200,000.  We are asking any of our parishioners who may wish to contribute financially to this effort to make your checks payable to St. Francis and in the memo indicate ‘Flood Relief’.   We will then forward one check on to United Way the clearinghouse for these donations.

OUR FAITH, OUR FUTURE - A Plan for the Diocese of Grand Rapids

Dear Parishioners:


The first steps of our diocesan planning process are well under way.  We are one of the first three deaneries that have been chosen to initiate this process.  Last week there was a meeting of our deanery (which roughly consists of Ottawa County) held at St. Mary’s, Marne.  The Meitler Consultants presented to representatives of our parishes and schools the preliminary results of the initial meetings of pastors, principals and parish leaders.  They also have collected some data about the area parishes and schools.  We had the opportunity to discuss some trends and their implications for our parish life.

Attention Seniors

Do you contribute to St. Francis de Sales Church but fail to receive a tax benefit because you do not itemize deductions? 

TELL CONGRESS: "Remove Abortion Funding & Mandates from Needed Health Care Reform!"

TELL CONGRESS: "Remove Abortion Funding & Mandates from Needed Health Care Reform!" - Health Care Reform is about saving lives not destroying them


Congress is preparing to debate health care reform legislation. The Catholic bishops of the United States strongly support genuine health care reform that protects the life and dignity of all, from the moment of conception until natural death. However, all current bills are seriously deficient on abortion and conscience rights, and do not yet provide adequate access to health care for immigrants and the poor.

The Flu & Mass - What Should We Do?

Whenever two or more people gather, some sharing of germs is inevitable. However, when we gather in Jesus’ name for Mass, our first concern is the sharing of our gratitude, our trust, our belief in Christ who is with us.

The Fall Flu Season is underway. The virus that is getting the most attention this year is the H1N1 (“swine flu”), for nearly all of
us may be at risk for catching it.

Each of us has the responsibility of taking precautions to prevent the spread of this disease. We need to wash our hands
frequently, be careful when we cough and sneeze, scrutinize our habits, our practices and our procedures where the spread of
infection seems most possible.

Day Care Available Corpus Christi Center

Corpus Christi Catholic School is now pleased to offer Daycare to families in both Our Lady of the Lake and St Francis de Sales Parishes.  Liscensed by the Department of Human Services, the center offers Daycare in a nurturing, educational environment.  Children must be three years old to attend and also must be toliet trained.  The center is open from 7 am to 6 pm five days a week and follows the Corpus Christi School Calendar.  The cost of the program will be $4.00 per hour with a registration fee of $25.00.  Please call Karen Brooks at (616) 994-9864 ext. 113 or see kbrooks@corpuschristischool.us for more information.

New Parishioner Registration Form

New Website

Welcome to St. Francis de Sales parish's new website!

This site will enable us to communicate more effectively, as well as respond to your needs in a speedier and more organized way. Please bear with us as we complete our work on the site.

Please create an account using the options on the left side of the page below the 'upcoming events' block - if you are verified as a registered parishioner, or a member of specific parish groups where special web pages have been setup, you will see additional menus and options within 72 hours of your registration.

Online Faith Formation Registration Form

To register for Faith Formation classes for the 2009-2010, fill out the online form!

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