How to Help Haiti Disaster Relief

Prayers and humanitarian efforts continue throughout the world focusing on the impoverished Carribbean nation of Haiti, as the loss of life and property has been staggering. Many thanks to St. Blase parishoners we have collected over $10,200 in genernal and directed donations that have been sent to Catholic Relieffor your generosity to the people of Haiti Catholic Relief Services (CRS), and to the Haiti Outreach Mission.

As Haiti fades from our public view in the next few months we need to keep Haiti and their people in our thoughts and prayers. Please consider a future donation to Catholic Relief Services (CRS) contributions can be made online

Or donate to our Haiti Outreach Mission...

Microwave Ovens Needed for MCREST

MCREST is in need of a few microwave ovens for those who were previously homeless. Used (clean) and in good working condition or new microwaves would be a great Holiday housewarming gift for our friends!! If you are curious about the organization then here is their web address. www.mcrest.org/index.htm

THANK YOU and GOD BLESS YOU!!

Please contact Mark Isabell if you are able to help!
(586) 978-1775

Wedding Jubilee Celebration
Sunday, February 14 at 12:00 noon

Couples celebrating a special anniversary (25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, etc.) are invited to attend a special Wedding Jubiliarian celebration Mass. There will be a focus on your commitment to your spouse and the gift that your marriage is to the larger parish family. In order for us to plan for this occasion contact the parish office at 268-2244 no later than Monday, February 8th.

Ash Wednesday
Day of Fast & Abstinence
February, 17, 2010

All Masses with Ashes:

• Morning Prayer 9:30 am
• Mass 12:00 noon
• Evening Prayer 7:00 pm

Ashes available after Morning Prayer and throughout the day.

St. Blase Lenten Fish Fry
Ash Wednesday & Every Friday of Lent

Tired of cooking dinner on a Friday night? Looking for a great take-home fish dinner this Lenten season? If so, then stop by the Social Center beginning Ash Wednesday, and every Friday thereafter through Good Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. We server some of the areas BEST fried fish along with all the trimmings.  Spend time with your family and let us server you dinner in the Social Center before you attend the Friday Night Lenten Family Services.

Click here for details and prices and volunteering...

Praying Your Way To God
Monday, February 22, 2010 7:00 pm St. Blase

PRAYER is the language of your relationship with God. Come and experience different types of PRAYER to build and deepen this sacred connection. Enter into holy ground at a special evening designed to touch your soul.

Guided by: Gail Bacigal and John Lajiness

Gospel Nonviolence Training
Sat., Feb. 27, 2010 9am - 4 pm Room C

Would you like to improve your communication skills? Want to be a better support person for your family? Where you work? In your neighborhood? Want to improve how you deal with conflict?

This training is open to ALL parishioners and Non-Parishioners.

Register in the Parish Office 586-268-2244

Cost:
Parishioners - Free
Non-Parishioners $20.00

St. Blase Blood Drive
Monday, March 1 in the Social Center

Attention: All St. Blase & K of C Blood Donors - Our semi-annuaal Blood Drive is only six weeks away. Start Eating Healthy. American Red Cross guidelines suggest you can donate every two months. Look for the sign-up sheets coming soon. Any questions, call Vince at 268-2244.

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Haiti Outreach Mission Needs by March 12

This year's mission trip to Haiti is scheduled for March 19-26. We have 5 people representing St. Blase participating in this trip. St. Blase Parish is being asked for
ONLY THE FOLLOWING ITEMS, PLEASE:

Supplies Needed for Mission 2010 Trip

Generic / House Brands Are OK!
(Rite-Aid, Walgreen's, CVS; Meijer's; Costco; Sam's Club, etc!)

* NO personal prescriptions
* NO expire date before 03/2010

1. Infant Tylenol (Acetaminophen/fever reducer)
2. Children's Vitamins
3. Pre-Natal Vitamins
4. Baby Formula (Any brand, POWDER FORM ONLY)

NOTE: Other participating Churches are being asked for other items needed, so please, provide ONLY the items listed above that are needed from St. Blase.

Cash or Check donations also are accepted!

Please make check payable to Haiti Outreach Mission
[checks to "HOM" (Haiti Outreach Mission) are 100% tax deductible]

more on the Haiti Mission...