Calendar
Upcoming Events
15
JULY
Grief Support Group | 6:30-8:00pm
In the Sr. Martha Room
This group is for those who have gone through the Griefshare program or another bereavement program and seek to continue ongoing support with other adults who have lost loved ones.
You will feel the love and compassion of Christ through the group discussion on relevant topics, prayer, scripture, and fellowship of others. All are welcome! No registration required! Questions?
Contact Gail Scalf (586) 215-4897
16
JULY
Drop in Pinochle | 12:00pm – 3:00pm
All Seniors are invited to attend every Wednesday in the Mother Cabrini Room of the Holy Family Hall. (entrance off Wick)
$2.00 buys you a seat at a friendly table, an afternoon playing Pinochle, coffee and tea, snacks and dessert. Skills of all levels, walkers, and wheelchairs are welcome!
Plan to drop by next week!
17
JULY
Pope Francis Bridge House | 10:00am
Finding the right opportunities to fulfill the call to service and support those in need can be challenging. Meal Teams of four will cover the lunch shift from 10:30am-1:30pm on the 3rd Thursday each month. We’ll meet outside the Cabrini Parish Office at 10:00am on the designated date. All food is provided. Transportation as well will be provided. If you’re interested in joining us or would like more information call Barb Engler at (313)407-9511 or email at bpengler621@gmail.com.
19
JULY
Jubilee Pilgrimage
Our Lady of Hope Cemetery
One of the most important observances of a Jubilee Year is the pilgrimage, making our way through the world so as to appreciate the beauty of creation, recall the need for silence and recollection, form friendships with fellow travelers, and seek Christ, who is the way and the gateway to eternal life, in every encounter and situation.
4:30pm: Confession and a self-lead pilgrimage around Our Lady of Hope Cemetery (optional)
5:30pm: Mass at Our Lady of Hope Cemetery in the Mausoleum
6:30pm: Depart for a reception at St. Alfred Church (food & drinks)
Our Lady of Hope Cemetery is a designated pilgrimage site for the 2025 Jubilee Year.
Full participation in the pilgrimage will allow the faithful to obtain a plenary indulgence. To better understand the significance, Click Here
22
JULY
Moms on Mission | 9:30-11:00am
Join Moms on Mission as we dive into the Walking With Purpose study on Reclaiming Friendships.
Meetings are the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month in the John Paul II Room in Holy Family Hall at St. Frances Cabrini. No book purchase required, watch video associated with the study online and join us for discussion!
Connect with Moms on Mission
- Call Katie at (864) 979-229
- katieearnhardt@yahoo.com
22
JULY
Moms on Mission Garden Rosary | 11:00am
Come together in prayer and fellowship with Moms on Mission this summer for our Garden Rosary gatherings in the peaceful Holy Family Hall Courtyard at St. Frances Cabrini.
All are welcome to experience this beautiful, family-friendly opportunity to meditate on the mysteries of the Rosary and grow in faith together.
Connect with Moms on Mission
- Call Katie at (864) 979-229
- katieearnhardt@yahoo.com
rachel
22
JULY
Summer Series | Courtyard Catechesis | 7:00pm
Our Family of Parishes invites all adults to a series of outdoor formation and fellowship on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm at St. Frances Cabrini in the Courtyard of the Holy Family Hall.
July 22: Communion of Saints
Presenter: Fr. Brian Meldrum
Enjoy complimentary drinks and snacks at each event!
23
JULY
Drop in Pinochle | 12:00pm – 3:00pm
All Seniors are invited to attend every Wednesday in the Mother Cabrini Room of the Holy Family Hall. (entrance off Wick)
$2.00 buys you a seat at a friendly table, an afternoon playing Pinochle, coffee and tea, snacks and dessert. Skills of all levels, walkers, and wheelchairs are welcome!
Plan to drop by next week!
28
JULY
Manna Meal Soup Kitchen | 6:15am-11:00am
We provide four volunteers to prepare and serve a simple bagged lunch and sandwiches to more than 100 men, women and children.
We meet outside Holy Family Hall, transportation is provided. Call Joyce McCabe, 313-506-6154, to volunteer to help. Monetary donations will help the group buy fresh fruit.
28
JULY
An Invitation to Serve | 6:00pm
Do you enjoy sharing your faith with others? Do you have experience working with children?
If so, maybe God is calling you to serve his little children. My name is Miranda Garcia. I am director of afterschool discipleship formation for our family of parishes, Quo Vadis Domine. The role of catechist is a calling from the Lord. If you have been discerning this call, I personally invite you to join us for our upcoming catechist meeting.
July 28, 2025 | 6:00pm
at St. Frances Cabrini in the Holy Family Hall
Come meet our group of catechists, receive information about the program, catechist training and see if this ministry is right for you. We need catechists and volunteers at both our campus locations for the new program year (Cabrini in Allen Park and Bessette in Ecorse). I hope you consider joining us. Thank you!
All returning catechists and volunteers from both Cabrini and Bessette are also asked to attend this meeting
29-30
July
Tuesday Travelers | Shipshewana, Indiana
Tuesday, July 29 – Wednesday, July 30, 2025
- 2 days, 1 night
- Departure Time TBD
See flyer HERE For more information please contact Therese Tardiff
(313) 436-0201 or by email at ttardiff@cabriniparish.com
22
JULY
Summer Series
Courtyard Catechesis
July 22 | 7:00pm | Fr. Brian Meldrum | Communion of Saints
Our Family of Parishes invites all adults to a series of outdoor formation and fellowship on the 4th Tuesday of the month at St. Frances Cabrini in the Courtyard of the Holy Family Hall. Throughout the summer we’ll have
opportunities for you to come and learn more about many rich aspects of our Catholic faith.
Our first topic will be understanding the Holy Spirit with special guest speaker Fr. Zaid Chabaan (Priest in Solidum at National Shrine of the Little Flower Basilica).
More dates coming soon—stay tuned! You won’t want to miss out.
- August 26: Topic TBD
Presenter: Fr. Tim Birney
Enjoy complimentary drinks and snacks at each event!
30
JULY
Drop in Pinochle | 12:00pm – 3:00pm
All Seniors are invited to attend every Wednesday in the Mother Cabrini Room of the Holy Family Hall. (entrance off Wick)
$2.00 buys you a seat at a friendly table, an afternoon playing Pinochle, coffee and tea, snacks and dessert. Skills of all levels, walkers, and wheelchairs are welcome!
Plan to drop by next week!
3
AUGUST
Faith Formation Q&A | After all Masses
Miranda Garcia our Director of Discipleship Formation will be visiting St. Frances Cabrini on Sunday, August 3rd to help families register and to answer any questions regarding Afterschool Discipleship Formation.
(313) 398-2158
mgarcia@qvdomine.org
5
AUGUST
ChristNet Lunch Making | 9:00am
Holy Family Hall Kitchen
We will meet in the Holy Family Hall kitchen to pack the lunches and make sandwiches. They will be delivered on August 5, 7, and 12. We are in need of several supplies to fill the lunches: sandwich size zip lock bags, juice boxes, fruit cups, individually wrapped cookies and chips, large and brown lunch bags.
Monetary donations will help defray the costs of bread, lunch meat and cheese. Donations can be dropped off to the Parish Office.
We also go to ChristNet Drop -In Center in Taylor to cook and serve a hot meal the third Wednesday of each month from 9:30 am – 1:30 pm. If you would like to assist call Ann Raiche at (313)433-9776.
Our next service date is Wednesday, August 20!
5
AUGUST
Card Ministry | 12:30-2:30pm
The next working meeting is Tuesday, August 5 from 12:30 – 2:30 in the St. John Paul II Rm of Holy Family Hall! In the past few months many individuals/families have been touched by the cards sent out with get well messages, sympathy condolences, birthday wishes, thank you’s and congratulations on special anniversaries, weddings and baptisms! All are welcome to join in fellowship and faith as we form and send our next mailing.
Debbie Frey 313-820-3806
Trisha Schlaff 313-819-5881
5
AUGUST
Grief Support Group | 6:30-8:00pm
In the Sr. Martha Room
This group is for those who have gone through the Griefshare program or another bereavement program and seek to continue ongoing support with other adults who have lost loved ones.
You will feel the love and compassion of Christ through the group discussion on relevant topics, prayer, scripture, and fellowship of others. All are welcome! No registration required! Questions?
Contact Gail Scalf (586) 215-4897
TBD
AUGUST
Jubilee Celebration Gathering
Location TBD
Come join our family the 3rd Friday of each month for an evening of prayer, reflection, and fellowship in celebration of the Jubilee Year!
Each month will feature a different prayer experience lead by one of our Family of Parish Priest.
12
AUGUST
Moms on Mission Garden Rosary | 11:00am
Come together in prayer and fellowship with Moms on Mission this summer for our Garden Rosary gatherings in the peaceful Holy Family Hall Courtyard at St. Frances Cabrini.
All are welcome to experience this beautiful, family-friendly opportunity to meditate on the mysteries of the Rosary and grow in faith together.
Connect with Moms on Mission
- Call Katie at (864) 979-229
- katieearnhardt@yahoo.com
rachel
19
AUGUST
55+ Senior Group Luncheon | 12:00-2:00pm
In the Mother Cabrini Room of Holy Family Hall
(enter through the door on Wick by Chapel)
We Reckon’ You’re Up for Some Great Western Grub and Good Fun!
Enjoy a great Western style lunch of pulled pork, macaroni and cheese, corn bread, Cole slaw, watermelon and Texas Sheet cake for dessert.
Then – sit back and listen up, as our DJ plays clips from your favorite songs. Find that song on your Bingo card, and before you know it, you’ll be shouting “BINGO” and winning prizes.
Cost: $15.00 at arrival
Please RSVP by August 15 Rsurma@surmaco.com or ttardiff@cabriniparish.com
(313) 436-0201
19
AUGUST
Grief Support Group | 6:30-8:00pm
In the Sr. Martha Room
This group is for those who have gone through the Griefshare program or another bereavement program and seek to continue ongoing support with other adults who have lost loved ones.
You will feel the love and compassion of Christ through the group discussion on relevant topics, prayer, scripture, and fellowship of others. All are welcome! No registration required! Questions?
Contact Gail Scalf (586) 215-4897
21
AUGUST
Pope Francis Center – Bridge House
Finding the right opportunities to fulfill the call to service and support those in need can be challenging. We’re excited to share a wonderful opportunity to engage our parishioners and serve in faith.
We have a chance to become involved at the Bridge Housing Campus, part of the Pope Francis Center, as a Meal Team providing regular support preparing and serving meals alongside their talented chef.
Meal Teams of four will cover the lunch shift from 11am-2 pm on the 3rd Thursday each month with our next opportunity on Thursday, August 21. We’ll meet outside the Cabrini Parish Office at 10:20 am on the designated date. All food is provided. Transportation as well will be provided. If you’re interested in joining us or would like more information call Barb Engler at (313)407-9511 or email at bpengler621@gmail.com.
25
AUGUST
Manna Meal Soup Kitchen | 6:15am – 11:00am
Nourishing the Hungry
We provide four volunteers to prepare and serve a simple bagged lunch and sandwiches to more than 100 men, women and children. We meet outside Holy Family Hall, transportation is provided. Call Joyce McCabe, 313-506-6154, to volunteer to help. Monetary donations will help the group buy fresh fruit.
26
AUGUST
Moms on Mission Garden Rosary | 11:00am
Come together in prayer and fellowship with Moms on Mission this summer for our Garden Rosary gatherings in the peaceful Holy Family Hall Courtyard at St. Frances Cabrini.
All are welcome to experience this beautiful, family-friendly opportunity to meditate on the mysteries of the Rosary and grow in faith together.
Connect with Moms on Mission
- Call Katie at (864) 979-229
- katieearnhardt@yahoo.com
rachel
26
AUGUST
Summer Series | Courtyard Catechesis | 7:00pm
Our Family of Parishes invites all adults to a series of outdoor formation and fellowship on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm at St. Frances Cabrini in the Courtyard of the Holy Family Hall.
August 26: Walking a Discipleship Path
Presenter: Fr. Tim Birney
Enjoy complimentary drinks and snacks at each event!
28
AUGUST
Tuesday Travelers | A Day in the D
Thursday, August 28, 2025
- Must Pre-Register
- Departs 9:00am and Returns 4:30pm
- Snacks will be provided in the Motorcoach
See flyer HERE For more information please contact Therese Tardiff
(313) 436-0201 or by email at ttardiff@cabriniparish.com
7
SEPTEMBER
Parish Picnic | 1:30-4:00pm
Blessed Solanus Casey Parish Center Mass at 12:30 pm (outdoors, weather permitting) followed by meal and activities for all until 4 p.m.
It’s going to be a blast, as we celebrate Grandparents Day, too!
A traditional picnic feast will be provided:
Grilled hamburgers, hotdogs, salads, chips, beverages and ice cream.
There will be lawn games and activities for all generations to enjoy!
Carey Ann painting faces ~ Stephen twisting balloons ~ Bouncy House
Putt-Putt Golf Course ~ Crafts ~ Live Music ~ Corn Hole
See you under the tent to celebrate our faith and our parish community!
All you need to bring is a lawn chair, if you like; we’ll have plenty of tables and chairs under the tent.
To help picnic organizers, please let us know who is attending:
Add your name to sign-up sheets in Church Narthex
or call Parish Office, 313-381-5601
9
SEPTEMBER
GriefShare | Help and Encouragement
6:30-8:30pm
Tuesday’s | 6:30pm-8:30pm | Beginning September 10 – December 3 (13 weeks)
Located in the Mother Cabrini Room of the Holy Family Hall at St. Frances Cabrini
Register by calling (313) 436-0201 or email ttardiff@cabriniparish.com
You can join this support group at any time during the 13 weeks. Cost is $25.00 for the workbook.
Help and encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family member, or friend. GriefShare is a special weekly seminar and support group designed to help you rebuild your life after losing a loved one. Our group is led by caring people who have experienced grief and want to help you through the difficult days ahead. We know it hurts, and we want to help!
19
SEPTEMBER
Jubilee Celebration Gathering | 7:00pm
At Our Lady of the Angels
Come join our family the 3rd Friday of each month for an evening of prayer, reflection, and fellowship in celebration of the Jubilee Year!
Each month will feature a different prayer experience lead by one of our Family of Parish Priest in the church.
Our Lady of the Angels | 6442 Pelham | Taylor, 48180
4
October
Class of 1975 50th Reunion | 7:00pm
We will meet in front of the church doors for Mass at 4:30pm.
Following Mass we will proceed to Carmela’s Banquet Hall, next to the Knights of Columbus on Champaign Rd for cocktail hour beginning at 6:00pm, followed by dinner at 7:00pm.
For more information please email Polly at: Pollykenzie@yahoo.com
17
October
Jubilee Celebration Gathering | 7:00pm
At Our Lady of the Angels
Come join our family the 3rd Friday of each month for an evening of prayer, reflection, and fellowship in celebration of the Jubilee Year!
Each month will feature a different prayer experience lead by one of our Family of Parish Priest in the church.
Our Lady of the Angels | 6442 Pelham | Taylor, 48180
11
November
Tuesday Travelers | The Parade Company
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
- Must Pre-Register
- Departs 9:00am and Returns 3:30pm
- Snacks will be provided in the Motorcoach
See flyer HERE For more information please contact Therese Tardiff
(313) 436-0201 or by email at ttardiff@cabriniparish.com
21
NOVEMBER
Jubilee Celebration Gathering | 7:00pm
At St. Alfred
Come join our family the 3rd Friday of each month for an evening of prayer, reflection, and fellowship in celebration of the Jubilee Year!
Each month will feature a different prayer experience lead by one of our Family of Parish Priest in the church.
St. Alfred | 24175 Baske St. | Taylor, 48180
19
DECEMBER
Jubilee Celebration Gathering | 7:00pm
At St. Constance
Come join our family the 3rd Friday of each month for an evening of prayer, reflection, and fellowship in celebration of the Jubilee Year!
Each month will feature a different prayer experience lead by one of our Family of Parish Priest in the church.
St. Constance | 21555 Kinyon | Taylor, 48180
8-17
April
Fr. Tim Birney & Dcn. Chris Stark
England Pilgrimage
April 8-17, 2026| 7:00pm