St Martin de Porres Church
31555 Hoover RD
Warren, MI 48093
Rev. Nicholas Zukowski, Pastor
Rev. Mr. Marion Jurewicz, Deacon
Tel: (586) 264-7515
Fax: (586) 264-4013
Formation: (586) 264-7970
E-mail: parishoffice@smdeporres.com
Other Local Events and Ministries
The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
In the Bible in a Year Podcast, Fr. Mike Schmitz guides you through the entire Bible in 365 episodes. Using an exclusive reading plan in The Bible Timeline (a groundbreaking approach to understanding salvation history developed by Biblical scholar Jeff Cavins) you won’t just read the Bible, you’ll finally understand how all the pieces fit together to tell an amazing story that continues in your life today!
If you have struggled to read the Bible, this podcast if for you. It’s offered by Ascension Press. Each 20-25 minute episode includes 2-3 scripture readings, a reflection from Fr. Mike Schmitz, and a guided prayer to help you hear God’s voice in His Word. Tune in and live your daily life through the lens of God’s Word! Go to ascensionpress.com for more information and to sign up for the podcast.
Retrouvaille - Help Our Marriage
Retrouvaille has helped troubled marriages for 45 years. Only one marriage really matters; Yours. Let us help.
But only one matters, YOURS!
WE CAN HELP
Upcoming Session: January 10-12, 2025 - Farmington Hills, Michigan
HelpOurMarriage.org or 1 – 800 – 470 - 2230 24 hrs
For Widowed Men and Women
For further information about Widowed Friends and upcoming events, visit our website at www.widowedfriends.com
Give Thanks with Online Giving
To support your parish if you are able, you can easily go to online giving and either set up for weekly donations or a one time donation. We need your support now more than ever.
Sign up, or see your giving history at anytime by logging in at our Parish's web page at Connect Now.
OR - Give through the AoD!
St. Martin de Porres Parish, Warren, has an online-giving link for weekly offering and for the CSA via the Archdiocese. The online-giving domain is: https://give.aod.org
2024 Catholic Services Appeal - Click here to read Archbishop Vigneron's message
2024 Contribution statements:
Statements are available. See the January 19 Parish Bulletin or click here to download and print a request form.
Drop the completed form in a collection box or at the Parish Center. Please note we are unable to fulfill immediate requests. Please allow one week. Thank you.
The Chosen - Season 4
Take a walk with Jesus to imagine what His ministry was like by watching the Chosen. We are showing season four of the series in the Parish Center on Mondays at 12:30 p.m. There are 8 episodes in season four. The first episode will be shown on Monday, February 3, 2025, at 12:30 p.m. We will watch one episode a week and discuss some reflection questions after each episode.
This powerful series will show you stories from Scripture in a way they certainly could have happened. I encourage you to join in the story about Jesus and the lives of His followers. It will be a great way to enhance your faith journey and to reflect on your own personal relationship with Jesus. Open your minds and hearts to Jesus to understand what has been written in Scripture.
Stations of the Cross - Monday Evening Prayer during Lent
MONDAY EVENING PRAYER – 7:00 PM
March 24, 31, April 7, 14
Folks who have attended say that it is an awe-inspiring experience of sung prayer. Watch the burning incense smoke waft up into the rafters! Our Evening Prayer is based on the tradition of men and women religious in monasteries praying the Psalms seven times a day in community. Join us!
STATIONS OF THE CROSS – 3:00 PM
Fridays – March 21, 28, April 4, 11
Pilgrimage: PilgrIms of Hope Thursday April 3
Archbishop Vigneron designated 12 pilgrimage sites within the Archdiocese of Detroit. We will visit 2 of the sites Thursday, April 3, 2025 - The Basilica of St. Anne and The Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament.
$40 Per person: 2 Pilgrimage Sites, Bus Transportation. Seating is limited to 40.
Please click here for registration form & more details
Contact Sandy 586-264-7970 or ora 586-482-6092
Communal Reconciliation With Individual Absolution April 4
At St. Blase – April 4 – 7:00 PM
St Martin de Porres offers confession opportunities on Wednesdays – 7:45 PM (in church) and on Saturdays – 3:00 PM (in church)
Day trip to Caesers Windsor April 30
SAVE THE DATE!
Caesars Windsor Day Trip Wednesday April 30th.
Passport or enhanced driver's license will be necessary!
- More details to follow
Almsgiving cups for Lent
Encountering Christ In Your Almsgiving
As you begin your Lenten journey towards the cross of Jesus, be the light that shines in the darkness so that others may witness God’s glory.
The Almsgiving cup collection will benefit the WAVE Project. This non-profit organization serves people experiencing homelessness and others in need around Metro Detroit (Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne Counties) by operating a mobile shower service, a mobile clothing closet, the Macomb County Warming Shelter, and pantries. Each year, they provide emergency shelter and thousands of showers, clothing items, food items, and hygiene essentials to those in need.
To learn more about this organization visit their website at www.Waveproject.org
The Almsgiving cups will be located in the back of church for you to take home. Cups will be collected at the beginning of Holy Thursday liturgy, when we will celebrate the Mass of Our Lord’s Last Supper.
Christina
Director of Christian Service
Saints Among The Saints Family of Parishes
Our Central Macomb Vicariate Family 4, now titled "Saints Among The Saints" includes with St. Martin de Porres:
12151 E. 15 Mile Rd, Sterling Heights, 48312
Mass: Saturday - 4:00 p.m. | Sunday - 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
Monday, Tuesday, Friday: 9:30 a.m.
Confession: Saturday 3:00 p.m.
38900 Dodge Park Rd
Sterling Heights, 48312
Mass: Saturday - 4:30 p.m. | Sunday - 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday: 9:00 a.m.
Confession: Wednesday 8:00 a.m. & Saturday 3:30 p.m.
St. Michael Parish
40501 Hayes Rd
Sterling Heights 48313
Mass: Saturday 4:30 p.m. | Sunday 8:00, 9:45, & 11:30 a.m.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: 9:30 a.m.
Confession: Saturday 3:00 p.m.
News from St. Martin de Porres Parish Ministries and Groups
Active Christian Women's Club
- Our Ladies Lenten Retreat on Ash Wednesday was well attended. We welcomed 55 retreatants representing nearly 10 different parishes. Thank you to everyone who attended.
- There will be no March general meeting.
- Board Meeting will be held on Friday, March 28th!
- March 29- 5pm Mass for Bernice Warren. In memory of our longtime member, Bernice Warren. May she rest in the arms of the Lord.
- April 9th-General Meeting 1:30 parish center.
Join the Pius X Council
The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic fraternal service organization. Founded in the United States in 1882, it is named in honor of Christopher Columbus and dedicated to the principles of Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism.
Meetings are held the 2nd Thursday of the month in the Parish Center, Room 1
For contact information or to learn more, visit the Council's Website
Right To Life
I recently came across this very sad comparison fact. That is a lot of choosing death over life. Let's keep our prayers focused on changing people's hearts to LOVING LIFE, even when it can be complicated. Jesus did.
In Michigan, abortion has taken more lives than other common killers put together. According to the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services, in 2021 there were 1,332 deaths from motor vehicle accidents, 797 from leukemia, 1,016 from prostate cancer, 1,403 from breast cancer, and 4,193 from Alzheimer's disease.
According to the Michigan Department of Community Health, in 2022 there were 30,120 abortions in Michigan. That is more deaths than heart disease, which claimed 27,146 lives that year. Find out how you can make a difference at rtl.org Blessings of hope to all!
Maribeth C.
Parish Respect LIFE Rep
"The tongue has the power of life and death,
and those who love it will eat its fruit. " Proverbs 18:21
Did you know that there are several Christ-centered locations for mothers who need help with their pregnancy in our area? These places offer support (through education and life skills programming) to pregnant women who are at-risk or lack safe housing to transition them to independence.
Take a moment to check out these life-giving places, and if you know of anyone who needs this type of help, please share this information.
Mother and Unborn Baby Care
www.maubc.org
Gianna House
www.giannahouse.org
Abigayle Ministries
www.abigayleministries.org
Mary’s Mantle
www.marysmantle.net
Maribeth C.
Parish Respect LIFE Representative
There is help for anyone suffering from the effects of abortion:
St. Martin de Porres First Saturday Memorial Association
* What is the St. Martin de Porres first Saturday Memorial Association?
It is a special offering made by parishioners through which your intentions are remembered at the 5:00 Mass to be celebrated each FIRST SATURDAY of the month throughout the entire year.
* What is the requested offering?
A yearly offering of $60.00 is asked for the intentions to be remembered at this Mass, to be celebrated on the first Saturday of each month at the 5:00 pm Mass.
* How do I list my Intentions?
You may list your intentions one of two ways. As one individual name: Mary Jones or you may list family groupings: The Jones Family. Multiple names may be listed but require an additional offering of $60.00 for each name listed.
* When will these Masses begin?
As the memorial begins to form, and intentions are submitted, we will begin the Masses in May of this year. Some have already submitted names. The “intention year” will then be from May to May. And then we begin again. If you wish to continue having
your intentions remembered at these Masses, you will be asked to renew your offering each year.
* How do I become part of the “St. Martin de Porres First Saturday Memorial Association?
Please submit the form at the bottom of the back page with your payment to:
Diocesan—St. Martin de Porres #557
1050 74th St. SW
Byron Center, MI 49513
For questions or for Credit/Debit payment call Susie Boone at 1-800-783-1623
How To Report Abuse
The Archdiocese of Detroit encourages individuals to
report clergy sexual abuse of minors and others – no matter when the abuse occurred. Individuals may contact local law enforcement authorities and/or they may report to
the Archdiocese of Detroit
by calling the Victim
Assistance Coordinator at
(866) 343-8055 or by
emailing vac@aod.org In addition, the Michigan
Attorney General’s Office
can be contacted at its
toll-free reporting hotline at (844) 324-3374
(Monday through Friday,
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
or by email at aginvestigations@michigan.gov.
More information about the Archdiocese’s efforts to
address abuse may be found