General Parish Calendar

Ash Wednesday

Posted Wed, 02/17/2010 - 2:02pm by Elvia Dominguez
Date: 
Wednesday, February 17, 2010 - 2:00pm

7:00 a.m.       Liturgy of the Word & Distribution of Ashes (English)
12:10 p.m.     Ecumenical Prayer Service & Distribution of Ashes <

How to Recognize God’s Presence and Voice

Posted Tue, 02/16/2010 - 11:02am by margo ramos kendall
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.


The Baker, the Midwife and the Candlestick Maker: A Week in Bethlehem 

Posted Thu, 12/17/2009 - 8:15am by margo ramos kendall
Date: 
Wednesday, December 16, 2009 - 6:30pm


 


Marilyn Torborg will share her experience of staying with an Orthodox Christian family in Bethlehem.  Her stories and slides will offer a glimpse of daily life in a family united in love and tradition, within a city divided by walls, fences, military checkpoints and interreligious challenge.

Joint Councils Meeting

Posted Mon, 12/14/2009 - 10:20am by Elvia Dominguez
Date: 
Monday, January 25, 2010 - 6:30pm

Joint Councils

Posted Mon, 12/14/2009 - 10:15am by Elvia Dominguez
Date: 
Monday, October 19, 2009 - 6:30pm

An Adult Christ at Christmas - CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER

Posted Thu, 12/10/2009 - 10:11am by margo ramos kendall
Date: 
Wednesday, December 9, 2009 - 6:30pm


December 9


Emmanuel means “God with us”.  In what ways is God with us, born for us, and within us, this Christmas?  Embedding in the Christmas Scriptures are issues such as the roles of women in society, fatherhood-then and now, the intersection of religion and politics, the role suffering plays in salvation, the importance of strangers in our lives, the relationship of world religion to one another and God’s celebration of humankind.  Prepare for this Christmas with an adult spiritual reflection on the meaning and message of the Christmas story. 

Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary--Bilingual Mass

Posted Mon, 12/07/2009 - 12:09pm by Elvia Dominguez
Date: 
Tuesday, December 8, 2009 - 7:00pm

Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Posted Mon, 12/07/2009 - 11:50am by Elvia Dominguez
Date: 
Tuesday, December 8, 2009 - 12:10pm

Living without Judging Others, God & Ourselves

Posted Thu, 12/03/2009 - 8:43am by margo ramos kendall
Date: 
Wednesday, November 18, 2009 - 6:30pm


December 2


During these two weeks, the presenter will  help us take another look at the effects of judging in our everyday lives, and offer alternatives so that greater peace can take root in our emotional and spiritual lives.


Presenter:  Fr.  Joachim Lally, CSP, is Associate Pastor of the Cathedral of St. Andrew.  After 10 years as a Benedictine Monk, Fr. Joachim joined the Paulist Fathers in 1972.  In addition to his theological studies, he has an M.S. in counseling and is a certified presenter of Centering Prayer.

Hope College Choir Concert

Posted Fri, 11/20/2009 - 2:50pm by pkonczyk
Date: 
Monday, November 23, 2009 - 7:30pm

Fun, free, family-friendly concert by the Hope College Women's Chamber Choir, Luminescence (the close-harmony women's ensemble) and 12th Street Harmony (the popular men's group).

Selections will include7

* two spirituals, including numerous soloists from the group
* a rousing setting with piano of Psalm 150
* an early poem by Charlotte Bronte
* "Kasar mie la gaji," (The Earth is Tired), a fierce environmental statement by South American composer Alberto Grau
* our traditional closing song, "Blessing"

Guadalupanas Brunch

Posted Sat, 11/14/2009 - 9:21am by Elvia Dominguez
Date: 
Sunday, November 15, 2009 - 9:19am

Free* Electronics Recycling

Posted Mon, 11/09/2009 - 12:54pm by admin
Date: 
Saturday, November 7, 2009 - 9:00am


Free* Electronics Recycling Event Sponsored by St. Francis De Sales Catholic Church and West Michigan Creation Care!


In cooperation with local e-Waste recycler Comprenew Environmental, a division of Worldwide Christian Schools, St. Francis De Sales Catholic Church and the West Michigan Creation Care Team are hosting a free e-waste drop-off event at the St. Francis De Sales Catholic Church parking lot at 195 W. 13th Street on Saturday, November 7 from 9:00am to 12:00 Noon.


WHY?


Electronic waste is a growing concern to our environment. When put in landfills, e-waste can leak harmful toxins into our soil and water. You can help make a difference!


WHO?


A division of Worldwide Christian Schools, Comprenew Environmental is a Grand Rapids-based nonprofit electronics recycler. Comprenew’s mission is to inspire our community to live and work in a sustainable manner. Together with St. Francis De Sales Catholic Church and West Michigan Creation Care, Comprenew is offering you a convenient way to do your part by recycling your electronics on Saturday, November 7th.


Speaker Series: Mary Vaccaro. "Because I am Catholic..."

Posted Fri, 10/23/2009 - 9:23am by admin
Date: 
Wednesday, October 21, 2009 - 6:30pm

Mary Vaccaro serves as Associate Director for Program Desgin at the Catholic Information Center and an Adjunct Faculty Member in Theology and Women’s Studies at Aquinas College. She has earned a Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies from Aquinas College and a Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry from Boston College.  She served on the board of Grand Rapids Area Center for Ecumenism (GRACE) from 2002-2006 and is a member of the speakers’ bureau for the Interfaith Dialogue Association. Mary has served for several years in various types of parish ministry in the Diocese of Grand Rapids.  She is an Associate of the Grand Rapids Dominicans.



Mary has been on staff at the Center since May of 1999.  Her ministry includes preaching, teaching and various kinds of public speaking.  She also coordinates the Center’s education and formation programming.  As a teacher, she especially enjoys offering courses on Scripture, Sacraments, Social Justice, Ecumenical/Interfaith Dialogue, Vatican Council II and Women’s Studies.  Mary integrates theology and human experience into all of her teaching through exploring works of literature, art, music, storytelling and humor.   She also strives to inspire and foster critical thinking, theological reflection, contemplative prayer and social activism in all capacities of her ministry.

Speaker Series: Mary Vaccaro. "The Shack"

Posted Thu, 10/15/2009 - 8:36am by pkonczyk
Date: 
Wednesday, October 14, 2009 - 6:30pm

Mary Vaccaro serves as Associate Director for Program Design at the Catholic Information Center and an Adjunct Faculty Member in Theology and Women’s Studies at Aquinas College. She has earned a Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies from Aquinas College and a Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry from Boston College.  She served on the board of Grand Rapids Area Center for Ecumenism (GRACE) from 2002-2006 and is a member of the speakers’ bureau for the Interfaith Dialogue Association. Mary has served for several years in various types of parish ministry in the Diocese of Grand Rapids.  She is an Associate of the Grand Rapids Dominicans.



Mary has been on staff at the Center since May of 1999.  Her ministry includes preaching, teaching and various kinds of public speaking.  She also coordinates the Center’s education and formation programming.  As a teacher, she especially enjoys offering courses on Scripture, Sacraments, Social Justice, Ecumenical/Interfaith Dialogue, Vatican Council II and Women’s Studies.  Mary integrates theology and human experience into all of her teaching through exploring works of literature, art, music, storytelling and humor.   She also strives to inspire and foster critical thinking, theological reflection, contemplative prayer and social activism in all capacities of her ministry.


Family Hayride at Teusink's Farm

Posted Wed, 10/14/2009 - 10:21am by mtorborg
Date: 
Thursday, October 8, 2009 - 5:00pm

St. Francis de Sales and Our Lady of the Lake


Family Hayride & Bonfire


Teusink's Pony Farm


1468 West 32nd Street, Holland, MI  49423


616-335-6226


Thursday, October 8, 5:00 - 7:30 p.m.


Cost:  $5.00/person; $20/family (Please register by Monday, October 5)


Dinner:  Hot dogs, chips, cider and donuts served from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.


A warm building is available for eating and socializing!  This is a family activity and parents must be with their children. 


Help is needed - please call Louise Wall, 392-6700, ext. 104 or lwall@stfrancisholland.org.


 

Financial Peace University

Posted Wed, 09/16/2009 - 9:19am by Elvia Dominguez
Date: 
Thursday, September 17, 2009 - 5:30pm

Financial Peace University is a life-changing program that teaches you how to make the right decisions with your money.

Parish Festival

Posted Mon, 07/27/2009 - 9:55pm by admin
Date: 
Friday, August 7, 2009 - 4:00pm

To see more information about the parish festival - please click here

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