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The jarring juxtaposition between the anticipatory joy of Christmas and the sometimes grim calculus of the darkest season of the year
The legend of the “Christmas Truce” has come down to us in various forms over the past century. The numerous accounts of the ceasefire concur as to one truth: for several hours on Christmas Day 1914, a large number of Allied and German soldiers laid down their guns and emerged from their trenches to share gifts of tobacco, food, liquor and more, and finished off the gathering with an improvised game of what Americans call soccer. (The Germans say they won, 3-2.)
By Christmas 1914, a war that many had gone off to fight just a few months before with great enthusiasm — the “war to end all wars” — had become a brutal, miserable experience. The advent of the machine gun and modern artillery had ruined any romantic visions of gallantry or a heroic death; within a few years, those weapons would be joined by poison gas. “They wrote in the old days that it is sweet and fitting to die for one’s country,” according to Ernest Hemingway, who served in Italy later in the war and was wounded by Austrian artillery. “But in modern war, there is nothing sweet nor fitting in your dying. You will die like a dog for no good reason.” Time magazine estimated that more than 100,000 soldiers participated in the first Christmas Truce and sev-
eral others in the following days. The ceasefire began with German soldiers singing “Stille Nacht” from their trenches. British soldiers responded with Christmas songs of their own, and for both sides “Adeste Fideles” was a venerable chestnut they sang together. Suddenly men were holding up welcome signs, shouting, “Don’t shoot!” and cautiously making their way into No Man’s Land. Gifts were exchanged; prisoners swapped; letters allowed to pass through enemy lines; proper burials were allowed for each side’s dead; most of all, humanity recognized humanity for a time. It did not end the war and it did not solve any disputes. But the story endures because it speaks both to the generosity of the human spirit in the worst of times and to the hope that accompanies the yearly celebration of the birth of Christ. We celebrate Advent every year as a season of waiting and expectation, an anticipation of new life. In the darkest season of the year in northern climes, we hold on to this luminous sense at the same time we cannot help but sum up the events of another year coming to a close. The juxtaposition between the anticipatory joy of the former and the sometimes grim calculus of the latter can be jarring. Continued on page 2...
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Three decades after the end of the Cold War seemed to augur an era of global democracy, dictators and oligarchs around the world seem emboldened anew to commit violence and plunder the earth of resources. Soaring commodity prices and supply chain disruptions have raised another ominous specter: widespread food shortages and even mass starvation. The United Nations predicts that 50 million people worldwide face emergency-level food needs, with over 880,000 in Afghanistan, Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan and Yemen on the brink of starvation. The droughts and altered weather patterns brought by climate change place hundreds of millions more in danger of shortages of food, water and shelter. Regional armed conflicts — many fought with American-made weapons — only exacerbate these crises. Democracy is imperiled at home and abroad—for every nation that manages to bridge a change in regimes without violence, there is another (the United States?) for whom that violence seems all but inevitable. A growing number of Americans say that free elections are imperiled, and many say they simply do not accept election results. We perhaps thought that partisan rancor in the United States had reached its modern apogee with the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. Two years later, we face the cruel prospect that the divisions exposed then are not being healed but exacerbated. The goal long sought by many Catholics — the elimination of federal protection of abortion rights — has not led to anything resembling a civil debate, much less a consensus. In fact, the Supreme Court decision has led to some state-level abortion laws that are even more liberal than under Roe. Suicides and drug abuse are up across the board, including overdoses and hospitalizations; addictions to other substances and vices are on the rise as well; and more than two years of relative isolation for many has resulted in a marked decrease in public civility, as if we somehow forgot how to get along at all. The optimists among us might say that all these are but birth pangs, the inevitable pain that accompanies the appearance of new life. But in the Christian tradition, optimism is no virtue. To assume things will get better in the end may be helpful for maintaining a positive outlook, but it offers little else. For the Christian, hope is the virtue that lives where optimism claims to abide: trust in the assurance of God’s fidelity and the belief that we can participate in God’s faithful action in the world. For the Christian, hope does not tell us that things will get better, but that in the end, with God, all shall be well. That hope began in Bethlehem with a cold and hungry family of migrants living in a war-torn and occupied land — people with little to be optimistic about, but to whom God gave many signs to ponder. Few signs suggested reasons to be hopeful for that family, any more than they did for the soldiers in the trenches in 1914—and perhaps not any more than they might for those who suffer today. But like the Holy Family, we will face our challenges all the better when we rely less on progress or bemoan its opposite and instead turn our minds to the sacred truth that God is with us. We prepare ourselves in these holy weeks of Advent to commemorate once again the moment when hope triumphed over all. To use the words of the Book of Wisdom: “When peaceful silence lay over all, and night had run half of her swift course, your all powerful word, O Lord, leaped down from heaven from the royal throne.” Editorial written for America Magazine, November 28, 2022. You can subscribe to America Magazine at americamagazine.org
The Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, is the patronal feast of the United States, and as such it is a Holy Day in this country. Since the early 1700s, the Immaculate Conception is observed on December 8th. This feast honors Mary, the Mother of God, and celebrates the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary in the womb of her Mother Saint Anne. At. St. Ambrose, Masses for the Holy Day will be offered this Thursday, December 8th at 10:00 in the morning and at 7:00 in the evening. It’s a good day to gather the family to pray for the guidance and protection of Mary for these United States.
Neighbors The St. Ambrose St. Vincent dePaul Society (SVDP) is sponsoring a Christmas With Our Neighbors program. You can assist a specific family in need within our parish boundaries and provide them with food and goodies for the Christmas season. Technically, the Christmas with our Neighbors program sign-up phase ended last week. But that does not mean that there may not be some needs that come in unexpectedly, either before or after Christmas. Contact our SVDP chapter through the rectory at 313-822-2814.
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All T hings Considered Sent by officials in the capital to oversee an election that was hotly contested, he ended up being the unwilling winner of that election. Coming from a family known for its public service credentials and a lawyer by training, he had a multitude of skills – not the least was his ability to hear both sides of an argument and to render verdicts that were fair. While this scenario sounds quite contemporary, it describes an episode dating to the Fourth Century in the life of St. Ambrose of Milan. This interesting turn of events that made him a saint started when Ambrose attended a run-off election for a new bishop to simply help keep the peace between Nicene Christians and Arians. The crowd on both sides took to Ambrose for his humility and generosity. To avoid a disputed election, the crowd called for his appointment and he was elected as the new bishop of Milan. Refusing his new position, he went into hiding. But with the urging of Emperor Gratian, he finally accepted the offer; but not without some “technical” issues. At the time, Ambrose was only a catechumen. Giving meaning to the term “fast tracked,” he was then baptized, given confirmation and communion, then ordained a priest and consecrated as the bishop of Milan in just eight days. That sacramental marathon ended on December 7th in the year 374. In and by itself that’s a remarkable story, but the ecclesiastical career of Ambrose would have more historical
significance. Ambrose forged what we would recognize as the doctrine of the separation of Church and State. He boldly faced the government elite by reminding them that their powers were not without limits. He even excommunicated the reigning Emperior Theodosius, denying him entrance into the church for his participation in the Thessalonica massacre of 7,000 people until he did public penance for his role in those murders. For his defense of victims, and a multitude of scholarly and charitable skills, Ambrose deserves to be praised and remembered. To this day, the City of Milan, Italy observes their “favorite son” with an annual festival at this time of year. The Catholic Church universal gives him a feast day on our Calendar. We Ambrosians should follow suit. Fairness in politics is something we inherit from our patron saint. Let’s not be afraid to get involved in civil matters especially where power overreaches and justice is forgotten. XXX A solid way of helping right the wrongs of the politics of the day is to be an advocate for those who lack power. In particular, there is one group of individuals who are perhaps the most vulnerable. They are the unborn and the newly born. It’s regrettable that we in the State of Michigan did not afford fetal life with constitutional protection. We can, however, demonstrate our respect for life by standing up for it in all circumstances. Support the Pregnancy Aid Society here in Southeastern Michigan. They help nurture life into the world and support it during its most vulnerable and expensive phases. Let’s crank-up the gifts for Pregnancy Aid this holiday season. Gifts collected now are parcelled out
to needy moms over the coming year. We’ve been doing this for 29 years now. Let’s think bigger this year. Babies need a lot of hardware. Babies need lots of disposable things. Babies need things to nurture their mental stimulation. If you’ve had kids, you know the type of stuff that you had to purchase or receive as shower gifts. Children born into single parent or low income households rarely have extended families who can supply big ticket items. That’s where we come in. To make your generous support easier, you can arrange to have your presents shipped to the parish any time this month. Just make certain that you indicate on the label that the contents are for the Pregnancy Aid Society. Otherwise, bring the gifts with you to Mass – especially in the hands of your children when you bring them to our Christmas Eve liturgy. And be sure to talk with them about why and where these gifts are headed. Kids are never too young to learn about showing charity to others. XXX In an effort to return some normalcy back to our weekend worship following the Covid crisis, this Advent we are opening all the doors of the church building for entrance rather than restricting it to one. At the beginning of the pandemic, a unified entrance was implemented to facilitate contact tracing and to check for signs of infection. It was a worthwhile way of handling things — although a few parishioners crabbed endlessly about not being able to use their favorite door! In going to multiple entrances again, we are also reinstituting the Ministry of Hospitality/Ushering. Since a central collection basket is not practical anymore, there will be a collection taken up during the offertory of the mass – just like in pre-pandemic times. What we have learned in recent years is that online giving is the wave of the future. We would be in big trouble without it. But for the present, I don’t see it completely replacing a Continued on page 4...
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“free-will offering” taken up at Mass. That’s all part of the holy exchange of gifts that make up the Mass. And yes, there are many ways that can be handled. But, let’s say that you are a regular electronic giver, and the usher comes to you at mass with a basket asking for your contribution. How do you refuse without an explanation or looking like a deadbeat? Here are two ideas. First, you can still request envelopes mailed to you, and drop them empty in the collection marked “online giver.” If you have, for the sake of ecology, elected not to have envelopes mailed to you, then use a “supplemental envelope” or “visitor envelope” you can find in the church building or hymnal. The second idea is for you or your kids to actually put in the basket something over and above your electronic gift. Nothing prevents you from adding a “tip” in the basket even though your main donation has already happened electronically. In fact a 15% or 20% tip in an envelope or in loose cash would go a long way in picking up the shortfall of a couple of grand we’re currently experiencing on a weekly basis these days. Often we’ll find in our collection two of those impressive looking Sacagawea One Dollar Coins. I suspect they are from an electronic giver who likes the symbolism of dropping two coins into the “treasury”. See Luke 21:1-4 as he tells how Jesus observed two coins being contributed to the temple. What a great way of teaching your kids the responsibility of Church stewardship. Now, it’s easier than ever to make donations online. Visit our website at stambrosechurch.net, click on the “Online Giving” image on the left, just below the home page photo gallery, and the giving form will open. Select “recurring” and follow the prompts to set up your donation. Questions? Call Peggy O’Connor at 313.822.2814.
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Although the light of day will continue to grow shorter for the next couple of weeks, the bright vitality of the Advent season continues to grow. Today, the prophets Isaiah and John the Baptist proclaim fantastic visions that shed some divine light on how things are and how they are meant to be. Paul tells God’s people to stick together and support one another in the hope that Christ brings. As we’re a week into Advent and the new Church year, how is your hopelevel doing? Is your life growing brighter; dimmer; or darker? Two weeks ago I suggested making New (Church) Year resolutions. Now is a good time to review them and perhaps reformulate them into a sort of a Christmas Wish List. Present this list to the Lord. Your Advent prayer agenda for the next three weeks then becomes much clearer. If you have carefully and prayerfully prepared your “List,” my prayer for you then is that you get from the Lord everything you ask for! Maybe you are asking for an increase of faith. For some, God answers by inviting them to full sacramental membership in the Church. Initiation always begins with Baptism. Often an adult is already baptized, and maybe even received 1st Communion, but now at some other point in life perceives the invitation to completion of initiation through the celebration of Confirmation. One of our parishioners did just this two weeks ago. Jeffrey Kuras was confirmed by Archbishop Vigneron at Blessed Sacrament Cathedral in a ceremony scheduled twice a year for adults. As I like to say: it is never too early, and is never too late. In God’s good time, it’s always the right time! So if The Confirmation of Jeffrey Kuras you are exploring a call to the fullness of membership in the Catholic Community, contact Fr. Tim or myself. The process of preparation is very relaxed, adult-oriented, and painless. There is no cost and there are no strings attached. See us after Mass, or call 313-822-2814 (ext. 2) for more info. Speaking again of gifts . . . this Tuesday – Dec. 6th – is the feast day of the “original” St. Nick. Look up an adult version of his life’s story and see why he is associated with the giving of gifts. Wednesday – Dec. 7th – is best known in the Church as the feast day of our parish patron, St. Ambrose. He lived in the same century as Nicholas, only much farther west in the Roman Empire. Ambrose was a gifted and privileged man who was called by God to use his gifts for the sake of His people in ways he never imagined. This is the 106th time this parish will be celebrating our patron’s feast. Thursday’s (Dec. 8th) Holyday of the Immaculate Conception of Mary (by her parents!) is all about gifts. This extraordinary condition was not something Our Lady earned or worked at. It was a pure gift that went far beyond one recipient; it prepared her to be the ultimate gift-bearer (of Jesus) for all of us. Also it is under this title of the Immaculate Conception that Mary is pa-
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troness of the United States. We are a gifted nation. Thursday’s Holyday is a chance to give thanks and to remember what we are supposed to do with these gifts. See you here at mass on Thursday morning or evening! Friday is the feast day of St. Juan Diego, which, when coupled with the Dec. 12th feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, celebrates the gift of Mary as patroness of all the Americas – especially to include all aboriginal peoples, all races, and all ethnic groups as favored equally by God. (Catholics in Canada dedicate the 12th as a “Day of Prayer in Solidarity with Indigenous Peoples”.) One God and Father; one Son and Brother; one mother of one human family! We are gifted; we are a gift to one another and to our world. To really prepare our gift for Christmas giving, the Church offers us the sacramental process and celebration of Reconciliation. Plan now to come be an essential part of this liturgy the weekend before Christmas – on Saturday, December 17th, at 2:00 p.m. And for more ideas about prayer and other ways to observe and celebrate Advent, our bishops’ website (usccb.org – then do a search for the 2022 Advent Calendar) is itself a useful gift. Enjoy it all!
Pregnancy Aid by Mail
For 29 Advent seasons now, we have erected a Pregnancy Aid Giving Tree in our church building as a demonstrative way of supporting our pro-life convictions. This Giving Tree outreach program benefits the local Pregnancy Aid Society at their new location at 15847 East 8 Mile Rd. in Eastpointe, where women with unplanned pregnancies can find positive alternatives to abortion. Our sculpted metal “Tree” was lost in the flood, so no tags to take. And given the “iffy” nature of church attendance and shopping over the next few weeks, it makes sense to extend the collection time for Pregnancy Aid this year − and accept shipped packages, too. Usually we would ask that gifts arrive here during the actual Christmas Day masses. However, because of current circumstances, gifts to Pregnancy Aid will be welcomed now through the end of December. Although cumbersome when it comes to storage, it is better for the good of the whole to get this done earlier rather than later. If you want to make an online purchase from a vendor, please have it sent directly to the parish office with a marking “Pregnancy Aid” somewhere on the shipping label. The Pregnancy Aid Society has a wish list − things that are practical, educational and essential. All these items are part of an inventory from which Pregnancy Aid draws all year long. Your gifts would best be here for transport by December 28th.
When Your Donation Is Worth 7% More
As we come upon the last days of the calendar year, it means we are also coming up to the end of a fiscal tax period. If you intend to make an end-of-theyear gift to the parish, you’ll need to date it before January 1st and get it into our office in an envelope marked “Christmas Collection.” Gifts made in this manner are free from the usual Archdiocesan taxation of 7%. When it comes to calculating your charitable deductions for the Internal Revenue Service this coming April, the cutoff date for 2022 deductions is December 31st. So, it’s now time to review your tax strategy. A significant portion of our parish operating revenue comes from end-ofthe-year contributions which can be in the form of cash, securities, stock, real estate and other negotiables. Consult your tax preparer who can guide you as to the best way of making a donation to St. Ambrose. Or, our own parish accountant can also be of assistance if you call the rectory.
Ghirelli Rosaries Six different custom designed rosaries were made by hand in Italy expressly for St. Ambrose Parish. The bead collection ranges from hard woods to various semiprecious stones. The crucifix is modeled from the Ark Plaza sculpture and the center piece depicts the First and Second Coming of Christ from our sanctuary. The “pater” bead is taken from a details in our stained glass windows. Not just a beautiful work of craftsmanship, but a useful aid in prayer, a real legacy piece. To order, please visit our website, use the QR code below, or visit the parish office.
The Beehive is the parish weekly bulletin of the St. Ambrose Catholic Community Detroit/Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan
Priest in Solidum: Rev. Timothy R. Pelc Pastoral Minister: Charles Dropiewski Religious Education: Kelly Anne Woolums Minister of Music: Louise Veltri Office Manager: Peggy O’Connor Secretary: Mary Urbanski
Sacramental Celebrations Masses: On the Lord’s Day – Saturday Vigil - 4:00 p.m. Sunday - 8:30 & 11:15 a.m. Baptism: Arrangements for both adults and infants to be made by contacting the rectory. Penance: As announced and by appointment. Marriage: Couples should contact the rectory office a minimum of six months in advance of the proposed date to make arrangements. Funeral: Normally celebrated within one week after the deceased's passing.
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Liturgy Schedule Monday, December 5 Weekday 2nd week in Advent Tuesday, December 6 St. Nicholas, bishop 8:30 a.m. – Mass – Tim Scanlon; Robert Mrozinski Wednesday, December 7 St. Ambrose, bishop & doctor Thursday, December 8 The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary Holyday of Obligation 10:00 a.m. – Mass 7:00 p.m. - Mass Friday, December 9 St. Juan Diego 12:00 – Mass – Kathleen Halston Saturday, December 10 Our Lady of Loreto 4:00 p.m. – Mass – For All People Sunday, December 11 Third Sunday in Advent 8:30 – Mass – For All People 11:15 – Mass – For All People
Scriptures for the
2nd Week of Advent
December 5 Is 35: 1-10 Ps 85: 9-14 Lk 5: 17-26 December 6 Is 40: 1-11 Ps 72: 1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17 Lk 10: 21-24 December 7 Is 40: 25-31 Ps 103: 1-4, 8, 10 Mt 11: 28-30 December 8 Gn 3: 9-15, 20 Ps 98: 1-4 Eph 1: 3=6, 11-12 Lk 1: 26-38 December 9 Is 48: 17-19 Ps 1: 1-4, 6 Mt 11: 16-19 December 10 Sir 48: 1-4, 9-11 Ps 80: 2-3, 15-16, 18-19 Mt 17: 9a, 10-13 December 11 Is 35: 1-5a, 10 Ps 146: 6-10 Jas 5L 7-10 Mt 11: 2-11
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Reference # in our Breaking Bread Hymnal or on your iPhone using the QR code. Entrance: Ready the Way #63 Psalm 122: Let Us Go Rejoicing (#812) Gospel Acclamation: Stay Awake, Be Ready Preparatory: Comfort, Comfort, O My People (#60) Communion: O Come. O Come Emmanuel (#39) Recessional: Every Valley (#70) Currently Wayne County shows a MEDIUM level of Covid risk. As a result, St. Ambrose Parish is still recommending the wearing of masks in church.
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Your Envelope Speaks ... the Inside Story
To operate, each week our parish requires a minimum of................ $10,100.00 On Sunday, November 27, 2022 in envelopes we received ............. $2,974.00 in the loose collection................... collection................... $2,703.00 in electronic donations.................... $3,684.67 for a total of ................................ $9,361.67 Under budget for the week............... $738.33 Number of envelopes mailed ................. ................. 621 Number of envelopes used ...................... 49
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Our Sick
Please pray for those who are seriously ill or who are hospitalized: Pat Blake, Donald Miriani, Bonnie McKenna, Matthew Elias, Mary Martin, George Bucec, Emilie Kasper, Anna Noto Billings, Eileen O’Brien, Liz Linne, Donna Barnes, Charmaine Kaptur, Frank Gregory, Alex Billiu, Jackie Walkowski, Maria Simcina, Brian Tague, Sharif Hannan, Shirley Whelan, Anne Purvis, Jeanene Maples, Kevin O’Connor, Albina Checki, Judy Sivanov, Matthew Brown, Lily Faith, Patty Freund, Karen Jordan, Janis Ramsey, Colette Gilewicz, Al LaHood, Ken Ryan, Valerie Hudson and those suffering and hospitalized worldwide with Covid.
Pray Every Day
Could you be searching for a fresh new way to pray every day of the year? Daily Prayer 2023 is your guide to prayer that includes scripture, psalmody, a brief reflection, general intercessions, and a closing prayer. It is ideal for personal and family reflection upon the word of God. This also makes an excellent gift for a senior, newlyweds or for a student away at college. These prayerbooks are $10 each, which is a modest investment in someone’s spiritual formation. To pick up a copy of this year’s Daily Prayer 2023, call the rectory office at 822-2814 or ask for one in the ARK lobby after mass.
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Every day during Advent, a parish of the Archdiocese of Detroit will host a special Holy Hour at 7 p.m. Join us and experience the transformative presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. 12/4 — ST. JOHN VIANNEY 54045 Schoenherr Road, Shelby Township, Michigan 48315
12/14 — HOLY REDEEMER 1721 Junction St, Detroit, Michigan 48209
12/5 — HOLY FAMILY, NOVI 24505 Meadowbrook Rd, Novi, Michigan 48375
12/15 — ST. GABRIEL 8118 W Vernor Hwy, Detroit, Michigan 48209
12/6 — ST. JOHN NEUMANN 44800 Warren Rd., Canton, Michigan 48187
12/16 — ST. SCHOLASTICA 17320 Rosemont Ave, Detroit, Michigan 48219
12/7 — OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL 47650 N Territorial Rd, Plymouth, Michigan 48170
12/17 — SHRINE OF THE LITTLE FLOWER BASILICA 2100 W. 12 Mile Rd., Royal Oak, Michigan 48073
12/8 — OLD ST. MARY’S, GREEKTOWN 646 Monroe St, Detroit, Michigan 48226
12/18 — CORPUS CHRISTI, DETROIT 19800 Pembroke Ave, Detroit, Michigan 48219
12/9 — ST. JUAN DIEGO PARISH (At the St. Christopher location) | 7800 Woodmont Ave, Detroit, Michigan 48228
12/19 — ST. ALOYSIUS 1234 Washington Boulevard, Detroit, Michigan 48226 and ST. FRANCES CABRINI 9000 Laurence, Allen Park, Michigan 48101
12/10 — ST. AUGUSTINE/ST. MONICA 4151 Seminole St., Detroit, Michigan 48214 12/11 — ST. JOSEPH, LYON 830 S Lafayette St, South Lyon, Michigan 48178 12/12 — ST. JOSEPH, ERIE 2214 Manhattan, Erie, Michigan 48133 12/13 — ST. CUNEGUNDA, DETROIT 5900 St. Lawrence St, Detroit, Michigan 48210 and ST. PAUL ON THE LAKE 157 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan 48236
12/20 — ST. FLORIAN 2626 Poland, Hamtramck, Michigan 48212 12/21 — SWEETEST HEART OF MARY 4440 Russell Street, Detroit MI 48207 12/22 — ST. MARY OF REDFORD 14601 Mansfield Street, Detroit, Michigan 48227 12/23 — STE. ANNE DE DETROIT 1000 St. Anne St., Detroit, Michigan 48216
The Archdiocese of Detroit and Hallow App are launching the I AM HERE campaign to inspire people to encounter Jesus Christ in the Eucharist and experience His transformational power. The I AM HERE website hosts stories and accepts submissions from those wishing to share their own experiences. One story will be featured each week with a photo essay and in-depth, first-person account of the transformational power of Christ in the Eucharist. Featured stories will be highlighted on the website and through I AM HERE social media on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.