Public Masses
Sundays
9:00 am St James
11:00 am St Hubert
Daily public Mass schedule
see in
Happenings
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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
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
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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) 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 |
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.
HAPPENINGS:
Parishioners of St Hubert & St James the Greater: 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 as follows: Holy Hour Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament & Divine Mercy Chaplet:
(Monday through Saturday 9:30am) (Fridays only at 3:00pm)
Week of February 1st at St James
Week of February 8th at St Hubert
Week of February 15th at St James
Week of February 22nd at St Hubert
Week of March 1st at St James
***Ash Wednesday: February 17, 2020 St. James 9:30 am
St. Hubert 5:30 pm
***Weekday Masses in Inclement Weather. Winter is here, and we can't predict the weather: So, just a 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.
Roscommon Food Distribution: Saturday, February 27th at 10:00am--til food runs out. RAPS Bus Garage, 301 W Sunset Dr, Roscommon (West of Elementary School) **ID Required** Remain in your car through the entire process. A photo or copy of an ID is required for any additional households for whom you are picking up food.
Help Needed!! People interested in Liturgical Ministry, please contact the parish office at 989-821-5591. We need more people interested in serving as Sacristan, readers, ushers, Eucharistic Ministers and servers. No experience is necessary. we would be happy to train you.
Houghton Lake Area Knights of Columbus Council #6548 invites the public to the 2021 Lenten Fish Dinner--Take Out Meals Only:
Phone order dinners; 989-366-5188 or purchase at the hall.
When: February 19th, February 26th, March 5th, March 12th, March 19, March 26th & April 2nd.
Where: The K of C Hall, 833 West Branch Rd (M-55), Prudenville, MI.
Serving from 4:00 pm until 6:30pm. Tickets: $10.00 Adults, no children sized meals. Menu: Baked Cod and/or Oven Baked Breaded Pollock
baked potato, baked beans, roll w/butter, coleslaw & cookie.
All proceeds to Local Charities.
Pope Francis proclaims 2021 Year of St Joseph: Pope Francis announced a Year of St Joseph in honor of the 150th anniversary of the saint's proclamation as patron of the Universal Church. The year begins December 8, 2020 and concludes December 8, 2021, according to a decree authorized by the Pope. The decree said that Francis had established a Year of St Joseph so that "every member of the faithful, following his example, may strengthen their life of faith daily in the complete fulfillment of God's will." It added that the pope had granted special indulgences to mark the year. See clips of the decree in the 'From Fr. Ty' section. ***Also, for daily prayers to St. Joseph --see below in area just below watch mass on tv***.
A Lenten Mini Retreat on St. Joseph: Would you like to know more about St. Joseph? Would you like to learn to imitate his virtues? Are you longing to become a more virtuous person? This Lenten mini retreat may be just what you are looking for! You are invited to attend a 5 week Lenten mini retreat beginning Tuesday, February 23rd and ending March 23rd at St Stephen Catholic Church, Lake City MI from 7-8:15 pm (immediately following 6:30 pm Mass*) The retreat will be directed by Pat Crane, MED, MAPM. With a recent apostolic letter, Pope Francis, reflected on Joseph as "Patron of the Universal Church" on the 150th anniversary of Pope Pius IX giving him this title. To celebrate this anniversary, Pope Francis has proclaimed a special "Year of St. Joseph" beginning December 8, 2020 and ending at this same date in 2021. Can't commit to 5 weeks. Don't worry. The classes will be arranged so that each one is a fresh start & you won't feel behind. The retreat will conclude with a Consecration to St Joseph with the guidance of the book, Consecration to St. Joseph, The Wonders of our Spiritual Father, by Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC. This book can be purchased for $15.00 at the first class and will be utilized throughout the 5 weeks. If you are seriously interested in adding some deeper prayer to your Lenten season, please pre-register by calling Pat Crane 231-826-3326 as soon as possible so that an adequate number of books & other materials may be ordered.
****If you cannot make the mini retreat in person, you can still do the Consecration to St. Joseph, The Wonders of our Spiritual Father by Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC yourself at home. You can purchase the book at ShopMercy.org or call 1-800-462-7426, or catholiccompany.com or Amazon or check out any other religious bookstore. Or contact Sherry Blaisus 989-387-1385 from St. Hubert***
Join Dr. Tim Gray for Daily Lenten Reflections: 15-20 minutes a day Scripture study. This Lent, we invite you to journey with Dr. Tim Gray by signing up for FORMED Daily Lenten Reflections at formed.org/lent. Each day you will receive in your inbox a short video which features Dr. Gray commenting on the daily Mass readings, explaining the Scriptures, and providing you with concrete ideas on how to apply them to your Christian life. Sign up today for free by visiting formed.org/lent.
FORGIVEN--the Transforming Power of Confession. Forgiven explores the grace & healing offered through confession. This in depth look at the Sacrament itself reveals the depth of God's Love & Mercy. This Lenten season please join us Tuesday nights after dinner from 7pm to 8:15pm from the comfort of you own home. Please contact Steve Sandoval at stevenhsandovaljr@gmail.com or 801-644-6085. Our conferencing software will be Zoom, available free on Android, Apple, Mac, PC or tablets. Need help? No worries, we can walk you through it.
WEEKLY OFFERTORY ENVELOPES:
If you are planning on going away for the winter....We ask that you take your envelopes with you & continue to support your parish. With the Covid 19 Pandemic and lockdown, and many parishioners being in quarantine, it has been a difficult financial year. We are thankful to the parishioners that continue to send in their collection envelopes, but there are many that have not. Winter is upon us and the expenses can double or triple. Please do all you can to help support your parish.
Offertory envelopes may be dropped off at the parish office or mailed to St Hubert Church, P.O. Box 75, Higgins Lake, MI 48627.
2020 Contribution Statements: Another year has come & gone and all of the 2020 contribution envelopes have now been posted. We have found that most people do not need or want a contribution statement. If you are able to use a statement for tax purposes, contact the parish office by dropping a note in the collection basket or calling 989-821-5591 and we will mail your statement to you.
***Extending the Dispensation from the obligation to attend Mass on Sundays & Holy Days of obligation for the people in the Diocese of Gaylord--UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. See full letter from Most Reverend Bishop Walter A. Hurley on the Dispensation just below the November calendar and From the Desk of Fr. Ty.
Excerpt from the Bishops' letter: "The granting of this dispensation is not meant to be a reason to absent oneself from Mass. Without a dispensation, many would be excused from this obligation because of age, health or other family situations or issues. Conscience will always need to be our guide. If you are able to do so, I invite you to come back to the parish celebrations. Whether we are able to attend or not, we all have a serious obligation to "Keep holy the sabbath day." If you are not able to attend Mass, I ask that you set aside time for prayer, not only for everyday but especially on Sunday. While not a substitute for Mass attendance, the various "virtual Masses" can be useful in focusing our prayer and our union with all our brothers and sisters. The recitation of the rosary, other devotions, visits to the Blessed Sacrament at the church or chapel, and Scripture or other reading can all be helpful."
***Protocols to follow***
** General Dispensation from Sunday obligation Extended until and including the feast of Christ the King, Sunday, November 22, 2020. The granting of Dispensation is not to discourage those who are able to attend Sunday Mass from doing so, but rather to enable so that anyone who needs to stay at home to protect the common good (their own or that of others) can do so confidently and in good conscience. Those who wish to attend Mass may do so, on Sunday or any weekday, thus fulfilling their obligation.
**It is appropriate for people to wear face coverings/masks at this time, and thus the faithful are strongly encouraged to wear them Parents should consider health guidelines & use their own judgment regarding small children.
**Both parish halls will be arranged for (possible) overflow. Only 25% will be accommodated at any one time
**Parishioners are asked to arrive somewhat early for ease of seating & other instructions.
**Family members may sit together.
**Non-household members are to be seated according to markings.
**All hymnals, books, missalettes, and worship aids will be removed from the pews.
**Entrance/exit doors will be propped open to assist/prevent touching surfaces or door handles.
**No offertory procession. Collection baskets will be strategically placed for receiving weekly offerings. (Or they may still be mailed to the office).
**There is to be no gathering, greeting, holding hands at the Our Father; nor exchange Sign of Peace.
**Distribution of the Precious Blood will not be offered.
**People, gluten intolerant, can make special arrangements with the pastor in advance.
**Communion distribution will move at the direction of the ushers, maintaining social distancing.
After Mass:
**Bulletins will be handed out AFTER Mass.
**Ushers will assist people as they exit the church building, maintaining social distance.
**Restrooms, when used will be one at a time. Observe the sign as to being in use.
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
St James & St Hubert Prayer & Thank You Chains:
St James---Jan Augustine (366-5206) and Annette Patalon (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.
Retirement Fund for Religious. Help our elders. In good times and bad, senior Catholic sisters, brothers & religious order priests have dedicated themselves to service and acts of mercy. Today, they pray for an aching world. Yet years of serving for little or no pay have left their religious communities without enough retirement savings. Your gift to their Retirement Fund for Religious helps provide medications, nursing care, and other necessities. Please be generous. Gifts should be payable to Retirement Fund for Religious. If you are unable to give during Mass, please mail your offertory envelope to the parish office or send contributions to:
National Religious Retirement Office
3211 Fourth St NE
Washington DC 20017-1194.
**Please forward information to parishioners that do not have access to computers or the internet**
To watch mass on tv: .
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.
Rosary: is said before the Sunday Mass.
Chaplet of Divine Mercy: is said after Sunday Mass.
***Daily Prayers to St. Joseph for the week of February 22nd thru 28th***;
February 22nd: Mary belonged to Joseph, and Joseph to Mary, so much so that their marriage was very real, since they gave them-selves to each other. But how could they do this? Behold the triumph of purity. They reciprocally gave their virginity, and over this virginity they gave each other a mutual right. What right? To safeguard the other's virtue. --St. Peter Julian Eymard Blessed Stefan Wincenty Frelichowski, pray for us!
February 23rd: What prudence was required to educate a God become a child, who willed to obey him {St. Joseph} for thirty years! --Blessed William Joseph Chaminade Blessed Josephine Vannini, pray for us!
February 24th: Be in good spirits under the fatherly mantle of St. Joseph, a place of safest refuge in trials & tribulations. --St. Joseph Marello Blessed Tommaso Maria Fusco, pray for us!
February 25th: There is no doubt that St. Joseph, to whom the Mother of the Savior was espoused, was a good & faithful man. A faithful & prudent servant, I say, whom the Lord appointed to be the consolation of his mother, the tutor of his own person, and the one faithful coadjutor on earth of his great counsel. --St Bernard of Clairvaux Blessed Maria Ludovica de Angelis, pray for us!
February 26th: By that assistance which Jesus & Mary gave thee {St. Joseph} at death, I beg thee to protect me in a special way at the hour of my death, so that dying assisted by thee, in the company of Jesus & Mary, I may go to thank thee in heaven, and in thy company to sing God's praises for all eternity. --St. Alphonsus Liguori Blessed Jacques-Desire Laval, pray for us!
February 27th: By means of {his} espousal {to Mary}, Joseph's testimony proved the Christ was born of a virgin. --St. Thomas Aquinas Blessed Maria Caridad Brader, pray for us!
February 28th: God gave him {St. Joseph} to Mary as companion of her purity. For that reason he had to surpass all the saints, and even the angels & the cherubim. --St. Peter Julian Eymard Blessed Villana de'Botti, pray for us!
Ministry of Consolation (MOC). St Hubert and St James offer a grief support group sessions. Sessions run for six weeks. Anyone who wants to attend, please call the parish office at 989-821-5591. This way we will have enough supplies on hand and let you know when our new sessions will start again.
Free Virtual Educational & Social engagement opportunities to older Michiganders age 60 & older: Visit: https://www.getsetup.io/partner/michigan (Or click link below) to learn more & sign up for your free classes, including an optional new member orientation to give you an overview of all that's available! Use the code MICHIGANHEALTH at sign up.
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.
Rosary: is said before the Sunday Mass.
Chaplet of Divine Mercy: is said after Sunday Mass.
***Daily Prayers to St. Joseph for the week of February 22nd thru 28th***;
February 22nd: Mary belonged to Joseph, and Joseph to Mary, so much so that their marriage was very real, since they gave them-selves to each other. But how could they do this? Behold the triumph of purity. They reciprocally gave their virginity, and over this virginity they gave each other a mutual right. What right? To safeguard the other's virtue. --St. Peter Julian Eymard Blessed Stefan Wincenty Frelichowski, pray for us!
February 23rd: What prudence was required to educate a God become a child, who willed to obey him {St. Joseph} for thirty years! --Blessed William Joseph Chaminade Blessed Josephine Vannini, pray for us!
February 24th: Be in good spirits under the fatherly mantle of St. Joseph, a place of safest refuge in trials & tribulations. --St. Joseph Marello Blessed Tommaso Maria Fusco, pray for us!
February 25th: There is no doubt that St. Joseph, to whom the Mother of the Savior was espoused, was a good & faithful man. A faithful & prudent servant, I say, whom the Lord appointed to be the consolation of his mother, the tutor of his own person, and the one faithful coadjutor on earth of his great counsel. --St Bernard of Clairvaux Blessed Maria Ludovica de Angelis, pray for us!
February 26th: By that assistance which Jesus & Mary gave thee {St. Joseph} at death, I beg thee to protect me in a special way at the hour of my death, so that dying assisted by thee, in the company of Jesus & Mary, I may go to thank thee in heaven, and in thy company to sing God's praises for all eternity. --St. Alphonsus Liguori Blessed Jacques-Desire Laval, pray for us!
February 27th: By means of {his} espousal {to Mary}, Joseph's testimony proved the Christ was born of a virgin. --St. Thomas Aquinas Blessed Maria Caridad Brader, pray for us!
February 28th: God gave him {St. Joseph} to Mary as companion of her purity. For that reason he had to surpass all the saints, and even the angels & the cherubim. --St. Peter Julian Eymard Blessed Villana de'Botti, pray for us!
Ministry of Consolation (MOC). St Hubert and St James offer a grief support group sessions. Sessions run for six weeks. Anyone who wants to attend, please call the parish office at 989-821-5591. This way we will have enough supplies on hand and let you know when our new sessions will start again.
Free Virtual Educational & Social engagement opportunities to older Michiganders age 60 & older: Visit: https://www.getsetup.io/partner/michigan (Or click link below) to learn more & sign up for your free classes, including an optional new member orientation to give you an overview of all that's available! Use the code MICHIGANHEALTH at sign up.
