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.
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
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St Hubert Catholic Church 7612 West Higgins Lake Dr, Roscommon MI 48653 (Mailing address: PO Box 75, Higgins Lake MI 48627) *Saturday Mass: 4:30pm* *Only from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend* Sunday Mass: 11:00am 
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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 and the first Saturday of the month 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 Sept. 26th St. James
Week of Oct. 3rd St. Hubert
Week of Oct. 10th St. James
Week of Oct. 17th St. Hubert
Week of October 24th St. James
Week of Oct. 31st 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:
Vote 'NO' on Proposal 3. The Catholic bishops in Michigan are calling all Catholics to vote NO on Proposal 3 on the November election ballot. The proposal would create a constitutional amendment to allow for unlimited, unregulated abortion throughout all the pregnancy. For more information about the proposal and how to help defeat it, please visit dioceseofgaylord.org/defeatproposal3 for more information on how to connect with the official "Vote NO" campaign.
Our Lady of the Lake Faith Formation. Jesus loves you, and you, and you, and you too! Sundays after Mass and before kickoff, join us to learn about Christ's love. Together, we can learn how to live and love in this crazy world. Parent's, kids, and everyone in between please join us starting October 2nd. Who: All ages, all are welcome. What: Learning about Jesus and His love for you. Where: Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church. When: Sundays after Mass. Who do I contact? Church office or just walk in.
Coffee & Donuts: St. Hubert is on the first Sunday of the Month, Sunday, October 2nd and St. James is on the fourth Sunday of the month, Sunday, October 23rd. Please join us in fellowship with the parish.
Roscommon Food Distribution: Saturday, October 22, 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.
Mark your Calendar!! St. James Women's Club High Tea, October 20, 2022 at 2:00pm. Scones, tea sandwiches, sherbet and desserts. Entertainment by Sweet Adeline's. Basket raffle. Cost is $20.00. For reservations call: Rose Romanowski at 989-302-0162 or Joann Hodges at 989-422-3025.
Everyone is invited to the 2022 Public Square Rosary Rally. Saturday, October 29, 2022 at 10:30 am at St. Hubert Catholic Church. Covid protocol is followed, if unvaccinated--MUST wear a mask. This Public Square Rally is sponsored by America Needs Fatima, will be one of over 20,000 rallies that will take place all across the United States on October 15, 2022 and the month of October. Please join us in offering reparation for the sins and offenses committed against the Immaculate Heart of Mary and to fervently pray for the conversion of the United States. Refreshments will be offered following the Rosary & Prayer service. Any questions or further information, contact Sherry Blaisus 989-387-1385.
Big Ticket Raffle for Our Lady of the Lake School. Please support Our Lady of the Lake Regional Catholic School by purchasing a "Big Ticket Raffle" ticket for $10.00. We are drawing up to three $5000.00 winners this year instead of doing a 50/50 ticket like in previous years. This gives more people a chance to win a large amount of money. Last year's winner was our most successful to date giving away over $18,000.00. We appreciated your past and current support of our growing school. Please be generous when the children come to sell their tickets.
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---Rose Romanowski, 989-422-4077.
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**
Our Lady of the Lake Faith Formation. Jesus loves you, and you, and you, and you too! Sundays after Mass and before kickoff, join us to learn about Christ's love. Together, we can learn how to live and love in this crazy world. Parent's, kids, and everyone in between please join us starting October 2nd. Who: All ages, all are welcome. What: Learning about Jesus and His love for you. Where: Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church. When: Sundays after Mass. Who do I contact? Church office or just walk in.
Coffee & Donuts: St. Hubert is on the first Sunday of the Month, Sunday, October 2nd and St. James is on the fourth Sunday of the month, Sunday, October 23rd. Please join us in fellowship with the parish.
Roscommon Food Distribution: Saturday, October 22, 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.
Mark your Calendar!! St. James Women's Club High Tea, October 20, 2022 at 2:00pm. Scones, tea sandwiches, sherbet and desserts. Entertainment by Sweet Adeline's. Basket raffle. Cost is $20.00. For reservations call: Rose Romanowski at 989-302-0162 or Joann Hodges at 989-422-3025.
Everyone is invited to the 2022 Public Square Rosary Rally. Saturday, October 29, 2022 at 10:30 am at St. Hubert Catholic Church. Covid protocol is followed, if unvaccinated--MUST wear a mask. This Public Square Rally is sponsored by America Needs Fatima, will be one of over 20,000 rallies that will take place all across the United States on October 15, 2022 and the month of October. Please join us in offering reparation for the sins and offenses committed against the Immaculate Heart of Mary and to fervently pray for the conversion of the United States. Refreshments will be offered following the Rosary & Prayer service. Any questions or further information, contact Sherry Blaisus 989-387-1385.
Big Ticket Raffle for Our Lady of the Lake School. Please support Our Lady of the Lake Regional Catholic School by purchasing a "Big Ticket Raffle" ticket for $10.00. We are drawing up to three $5000.00 winners this year instead of doing a 50/50 ticket like in previous years. This gives more people a chance to win a large amount of money. Last year's winner was our most successful to date giving away over $18,000.00. We appreciated your past and current support of our growing school. Please be generous when the children come to sell their tickets.
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---Rose Romanowski, 989-422-4077.
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 October 2022, Month of Mary & the Rosary***;
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)
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)
