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Rev. Peter Eke, Pastor
Rev. Bernard Tyler, Administrator
Wally Wrzesinski, Office Manager

Office: 989-821-5591 Residence: 989-821-5591
email: jambert2012@gmail.com
St Hubert Hall Phone 989-821-8226 St James Hall Phone 989-422-3925
Office Hours; Monday thru Thursday 8:00 am to 3:00 pm

MISSION STATEMENTS:

ST HUBERT: We, the parish family of St Hubert, believe in the fullness of God's love. We proclaim the Gospel by promoting peace and justice, ministering to the suffering and reaching out to all so they may know and love Jesus Christ.

ST JAMES: We, the caring family of St James the Greater is Christ centered servant leaders strive toward a greater appreciation of the Gospel. Led by the Spirit, we give witness to the Gospel message by proclaiming
God's everlasting love to all by reaching out in service to one another.

Sacrament of Reconciliation: The confessional will be staffed half hour before Mass. Sacramental Reconciliation is also available upon request or by appointment.

Sacrament of Marriage: Please contact the Parish Office at least six months in advance of wedding date.

Sacrament of Baptism: Please contact the Parish Office to schedule an appointment.

New Parishioners: We welcome you to the Parish. To register, please call the Parish Office to set up an appointment.

Radio Mass: From St. Mary Cathedral 9:00 am Sundays on WMJZ FM (101.5)

Televised Masses: St Mary Cathedral, Gaylord MI WGKI --TV 33, WGKU --TV 45 Sunday 8:00 am
Click on this link: https://www.stmarycathedral.org/
(Diocese of Gaylord—St Mary’s Cathedral) for their schedule of times and tv stations airing masses

Live Stream Mass from St James: For those who are unable to attend Sunday Mass, we have set up live streaming from St James every Sunday morning. You will be able to watch live or at your convenience.
Instructions to Access:
1. Log into Facebook if you have an account
2. If you don’t have a Facebook account—go to www.facebook.com set up an account with your email address and a password
3. Once on Facebook go to: search
4. Enter: Saint James Catholic Church Houghton Lake
(Our site has a picture of St James’ church as the image)
5. Click on this site
6. Scroll down to watch live video or previous masses videos

Click here to look at our bulletin for both parishes:
then click on tab 'bulletins'

Bulletin

St Hubert Catholic Church

7612 West Higgins Lake Dr,
Roscommon MI 48653
(Mailing address: PO Box 75,
Higgins Lake MI 48627)
*Saturday Mass: 4:00pm* *Only from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend*

**Sunday Mass: 11:00am**
**NO Mass on Sundays from Memorial Weekend to Labor Day Weekend**

St James the Greater

7878 E Houghton Lake Dr
Houghton Lake MI 48629
(Mailing: PO Box 75,
Higgins Lake MI. 48627)
Sunday Mass: 9:00am

Daily public Masses, Holy Hour of the Blessed Sacrament and Divine Mercy Chaplet schedules:
For the convenience of both parishes, we will be switching churches weekly. Please check the bulletin/website or the sign in front of the church for the schedule.

Daily Mass schedule is Monday thru Friday at 9:30 am and
Holy Hour Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament & Divine Mercy Chaplet are on Fridays at 3:00 pm as follows:
Week of May 2nd St. Hubert (no Mass Wednesday)
Week of May 9th St. James (no Mass Wednesday)
Week of May 16th St. Hubert
Week of May 23rd St. James (no Mass Wednesday, Thursday & Friday)
Week of May 30th St. Hubert

Holy Hour Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament & Divine Mercy Chaplet are on Fridays at 3:00 pm

Weekday Masses in Inclement Weather: Reminder that we will follow the same guidelines as the area schools when conditions are unsafe to drive. When the local news stations announce school closings in our area, we will not have weekday mass. We normally do not cancel Sunday masses, but only drive when you feel you can handle the road conditions. Your safety is important to us.

Rosary: is said before the Sunday Mass.
Chaplet of Divine Mercy: is said after Sunday Mass.

HAPPENINGS for Parishioners of St Hubert & St James the Greater:

***Notice of Mass day & time change for St. Hubert***. Effective Memorial Weekend, Saturday, May 28, 2022 to Saturday, September 3, 2022, St. Hubert will no longer have Mass on Sundays. There will be a Mass on Saturdays at 4:00 pm instead. After Labor Day Weekend, Masses will resume to Sundays at 11:00 am.

Coffee & Donuts resume at both parishes. St. Hubert is on the first Sunday of the Month, starting Sunday, May 1st and St. James is on the fourth Sunday of the month, starting Sunday, May 22nd. Please join in fellowship with the parish.

IT's Coming: St. James Memorial Day Bake Sale. When: Sunday, May 29th after 9:00 am Mass. Where: Social Hall.
St. Hubert Memorial Day Bake Sale. When: Saturday, May 28th after the 4:00 pm Mass. Where: Parish Hall.

Roscommon Food Distribution: Saturday, May 21, 2022 approx. start time 10:00 am until food runs out. Where: RAPS Bus Garage, 301 W. Sunset Dr., Roscommon (West of Elementary School)  ***ID Required*** Remain in your car through the entire process. A photo copy of an ID is required for ANY additional households for whom you are picking up food.

Bishop Walsh is excited to begin a new weekly video series, Checking In with Bishop Walsh (subject to change). Bishop Walsh hopes that these videos will be an opportunity to keep the faithful informed about the happenings in the diocese and hear his reflections based on his encounters as the bishop. For better introduction to the intended purpose of these videos, you may wish to watch Bishop Walsh's first episode, which was published on the Diocese of Gaylord YouTube page and shared on the Diocese of Gaylord's Facebook & Twitter accounts.

St. Hubert Men's Club Dinner: All members of the St. Hubert Men's Club are invited to join us for dinner at the Spikehorn Restaurant on May 23rd at 5:00 pm.

St Hubert Men's Club 50/50 Raffle: The St. Hubert Men's Club will be selling 50/50 tickets for their annual fundraising that supports local programs. The drawing will be held on September 4, 2022 at 12:00 noon at the church. Cost of each ticket is $10.00. First prize; $500.00, Second prize; $300.00 and Third prize; $200.00.

St. James Men's Club Meeting: Tuesday, May 17th at 5:30 pm. All men of the parish are invited to join us. Dinner will be served.

BE AWARE: A deceptive petition to allow for unlimited & unregulated abortions is circulating across the state. The "Reproductive Freedom" constitution amendment puts women's health at risk. It would eliminate at least 25 health & safety laws that currently regulate abortion and would allow abortion to be performed by anyone -- even those without a medical license. If you are approached for a signature, first review the text of the proposal. The unlimited abortion petition description reads "Constitutional Amendment to: establish new individual right to reproductive freedom..." Please do NOT sign this dangerous petition, which is opposed by the Catholic bishops in Michigan. More information is available at www.supportmiwomenandchildren.org.

We Need YOU! With utilities skyrocketing, and costs for everything else going up, we need you to continue to support your parish. The winter months can be difficult in the best of times, but this year has been extra tight. There have been months when utilities have been more than the Sunday collection due to the low attendance. Understandably many have been unable to attend masses. If you could mail in your weekly or monthly contribution, it would be greatly appreciated. St. James/St. Hubert Catholic Church, PO Box 75, Higgins Lake, MI 48627. Thank you!

SAVE THE DATE: The clustering parishes of Our Lady of the Lake, St. James & St. Hubert are asking that you "Save the Date' of Sunday, July 24, 2022. We are planning a Silver Jubilee for Fr. Peter Eke for his 25th Anniversary of Priestly Ordination. The event will be held at Our Lady of the Lake Parish & Gymnasium. More information to come in May. Also, anyone interested in helping with the planning of this celebration are more than welcome to join the Jubilee Committee. They meet every 2nd Wednesday of each month at 10:00 am in the OLL conference room at OLL church. If you can help in the planning of this Silver Jubilee of Ordination, please contact Jerry Mader Chairperson at 989-545-9760

LANDINGS---Welcome Returning Catholics: This is an invitation to Catholics who have been away from the church and are considering returning. St. Hubert Church at Higgins Lake together with St. James Church at Houghton Lake have a welcoming ministry called LANDINGS. This is an opportunity for you to ask questions and become familiar with the Catholic Church today. Attendance at these gatherings simple means you are interested (no commitment). Please call Diane Quaal at 989-370-8622 for more information on meeting date, time and place.

St James & St Hubert Prayer & Thank You Chains:
St James---Jan Augustine 989-366-5206 and Annette Patalon 989-422-2295.
St Hubert--Valerie Remenar 989-915-2748 or Joanie Murray 989-422-4823.
As before, call one of them when you need to put someone on the chain. Anyone who wants to be part of the chain & make calls, please let them know. Also, the prayer list is not only for the sick, but also for those that are homebound & lonely, and those who are going through any other difficulty or worry in their lives. If you or someone you know is in need of prayers & wish to be added to the list in the bulletin, please call the parish office 989-821-5591.

**Please forward information to parishioners that do not have access to computers or the internet**

***Prayers for the Month of May 2022. May is Mary's month***;

Pray the Rosary, it is a powerful prayer.

How to pray the Rosary:
1. Make the sign of the cross & say the Apostles Creed.
2. Say the Our Father
3. Say three Hail Marys
4. Say the Glory Be, Announce the first Mystery and say the Our Father.
5. Say ten Hail Marys while meditating on the Mystery
6. Say the Glory Be, Say the Fatima prayers. Announce the second Mystery and say the Our Father.
7. Say ten Hail Marys while meditating on the Mystery.
8. Say the Glory Be, Say the Fatima prayers. Announce the third Mystery and say the Our Father.
9. Say ten Hail Marys while meditating on the Mystery.
10. Say the Glory Be. Say the Fatima prayers. Announce the fourth Mystery and say the Our Father.
11. Say ten Hail Marys while meditating on the Mystery.
12. Say the Glory Be. Say the Fatima prayers. Announce the fifth Mystery and say the Our Father.
13. Say ten Hail Marys while meditating on the Mystery.
14. Say the Glory Be. Say the Fatima prayers. Say the prayer to St. Michael and the Hail Holy Queen. Make the sign of the
cross.

Prayers of the Rosary:
The Sign of the Cross.
In the name of the Father and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, Amen.

The Apostles Creed:
I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Creator of Heaven and earth; and in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Spirit. Born of the Virgin Mary, He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried. He descended into hell; the third day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into Heaven sits at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from there He will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Holy Catholic Church, the Communion of Saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting, Amen.

Our Father:
Our Father, who art in Heaven; hallowed be Thy name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not into temptation; but deliver us from evil. Amen.

Hail Mary:
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

Glory Be:
Glory be to the Father, to the son and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

Fatima Prayers:
O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, and lead all souls to Heaven, especially those in most need of Thy Mercy, Amen.

My God, I believe, I adore, I hope and I love Thee! I ask forgiveness for those who do not believe, do not adore, do not hope, and do not love Thee!

Prayer to St. Michael the Archangel:
Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle; be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray; and do thou, O Prince of the heavenly host, by the power of God, thrust into hell Satan and all the evil spirits who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.

Hail, Holy Queen:
Hail, holy Queen, Mother of mercy, hail, our life, our sweetness and our hope. To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve: to thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this vale of tears. Turn then, most gracious Advocate, thine eyes of mercy toward us, and after this our exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus, O merciful, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary! Amen.

The Mysteries of the Rosary:

The Joyful Mysteries: (Said on Mondays & Saturdays of Advent, and Sundays from Epiphany until Lent.)
1. The Annunciation. (For love of humility)
2. The Visitation. (For charity toward my neighbor)
3. The Nativity. (For love of God)
4. The Presentation. (For a spirit of sacrifice)
5. Finding in the Temple. (For zeal for the glory of God)

The Sorrowful Mysteries: (Said on Tuesday & Fridays throughout the year; and daily from Ash Wednesday until Easter Sunday.)
1. Agony in the Garden. (For true repentance for my sins)
2. Scourging at the Pillar. (For a spirit of mortification)
3. Crowning of Thorns. (For moral courage)
4. Carrying of the Cross. (For the virtue of patience)
5. The Crucifixion. (For the grace of final perseverance)

The Glorious Mysteries: (Said on Wednesdays, and the Sundays of Easter until Advent)
1. The Resurrection. (For strong faith)
2. The Ascension. (For the virtue of hope)
3. The Descent of the Holy Spirit. (For zeal for the glory of God)
4. The Assumption. (For the grace of a happy death)
5. The Coronation of the Blessed Virgin Mother Mary. (For a greater love for Mary)

The Luminous Mysteries or Mysteries of Light. (Said on Thursdays)
1. The Baptism of Jesus. (For living my Baptismal Promises)
2. The Miracle at Cana. (For doing whatever Jesus says)
3. Proclamation of the Kingdom. (For seeking God's forgiveness)
4. The Transfiguration. (For becoming a new person in Christ)
5. Institution of the Eucharist. (For active participation at Mass)

Links:

US Conference of Catholic Bishops

Saint Mary's Cathedral

Diocese of Gaylord

St James and St Hubert Calendar and From the Desk of Fr. Ty:

Ordination & Installation of Bishop-Most Reverend Jeffrey J. Walsh on March 4, 20222. Sixth Bishop of the Diocese of Gaylord.

Fr. Peter Eke celebrating his 25th Silver Jubilee of Priestly Ordination.

Our Lady of the Lake Regional Catholic School
Ways to support Our Lady of the Lake Regional Catholic School: There are nine (9) things you can do every day to help support our school. Any questions, please contact OLL School 989-366-5592
1. Scrip Cards. What is Scrip? They are Gift cards from National Retailers like; Walmart, Home Depot, Amazon, Marathon, Family
Fare and many more. Stop into the school office to find out more.
2. Family Fare Receipts! Save the entire receipt and turn into the any church collection basket or school office.
3. AmazonSmile. You shop, Amazon gives. Amazon; Go to smile.amazon.com, select our school and they will donate a
percentage back of your total purchase.
4. Officedepot.com/givbts, School ID #70052100.
5. Save G's Pizzeria Receipts. Houghton Lake location only.
6. Box Tops. NO MORE CLIPPING. Scan your receipt. Make sure to sign up & select our school. See how at BTFE.com. Scan the
receipt yourself or drop off your receipts to the school or church collection basket, and we will do it for you!
7. Save Our Family UPC's! Ourfamilyfoods.com
8. Save your laser/inkjet cartridges, cell phones, iPods, MP3's Ipads, Tablets, eReaders. cartridgesforkids.com
9. Save Coke Product Caps & Case codes. Sign up at Coke.com & enter the codes in or drop them off at the school or church
collection basket and we will do it for you!

Fundraising while you Shop! ---Shop with Scrip. Support our local Catholic School--Our Lady of the Lake Regional --Prudenville MI.
Stop Selling & start earning! Scrip fundraising is a no-selling program that allows families to raise money for their non-profit organization (NPO). Scrip is just another way to pay for everyday purchases using gift cards in place of cash, checks & credit cards.
You purchase gift cards from your organization at face value, and your coordinator orders those cards from Great Lakes Scrip Center at a reduced price. The difference is an instant rebate for your organization. It's really that simple! When you use scrip gift cards at your favorite retailers, you're fundraising while you shop. Great Lakes Scrip Center offers more than 700 of the country's biggest retailers, including grocery, department stores, gas stations, restaurants, hotels, home improvement, and more. Just by using scrip to pay for your normal weekly purchases, you can easily raise $500 or more per year. It's time to put your shopping dollars to work!

We have SCRIP cards for lots of area retailers... Walmart, Family Fare, Peebles, Shell, BP, Little Caesars Pizza and many more! We will be selling them on our donut days. The first Sunday of the month at St Hubert and the last Sunday of the month at St James. We will have a good selection to purchase on the spot--if we do not have the one you want, you pay when you order the card, then you will get it the following Sunday at mass. If you have any questions, please contact Our Lady of the Lake Regional Catholic School Office; 989-366-5592.

HAPPENINGS for Parishioners of St Hubert & St James the Greater:

Links:

Ordination & Installation of Bishop-Most Reverend Jeffrey J. Walsh on March 4, 20222. Sixth Bishop of the Diocese of Gaylord.

Fr. Peter Eke celebrating his 25th Silver Jubilee of Priestly Ordination.

History of St. Hubert Catholic Church --donated by Rita Fay. Attached is a copy of St Hubert's Church Dedication May 7, 1967 handout.