Seniors @ St. Francis, Ann Arbor, Michigan

Mardi Gras - Party and Lunch Entertainment

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Tuesday, February 21, 2012,

after 9:15am Mass in Chapel, join us at 10:00 am in the PAC for

Mardi Gras - Party and Lunch, with entertainment by the

Saline New Horizons Dixieland Band, playing New Orleans style jazz.

It should be a good time for all. Lunch will be at 11:30.

Cost: $10.00 ! …includes PACZKI. (Pay at the door.)

RSVP by February 16, 2012, (821-2121) or swright [at] stfrancisa2 [dot] org

Two Events in January

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Seniors @ St. Francis (55 & Faster)

Join us for Mass at 9:15AM in the lower level chapel. And, after Mass come enjoy our event…

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Go out to Breakfast Tuesday, January 10, after 9:15am Mass in Chapel & then Go out to Breakfast at Nick's Original House of Pancakes Restaurant, (3030 Lohr Circle, Ann Arbor) (734-622-6425)

Pay-on-your-own. RSVP by January 6 (821-2121).

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The New Musical

"Bernhardt on Broadway"

Saturday, January 14, at 2:00pm.

at: Towsley Auditorium WCC, Morris Lawrence Bldg., Ann Arbor

100 YEARS AGO Sarah Bernhardt was

The Most Famous Woman in the World.

"Bernhardt on Broadway" is

a one-woman musical with twelve showstopping songs about the Divine Sarah Bernhardt.

Our St. Francis Seniors group has reserved 25 seats. Join us. The cost is $20.00 each ticket/seat. Before Thursday, December 22 deliver your $20 cash/check to the Parish Office, payable to "St. Francis" and note: "Seniors" or "Bernhardt on Broadway". Transportation is on-your-own. We will meet at the door of Morris Lawrence Building at Washtenaw Community College. First come, first serve. When your payment is received by St. Francis Parish Office then your ticket will be reserved, and, you will get your ticket when you meet us at the door of Morris Lawrence Building at WCC. Questions? Contact: Scott (821-2121).

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Invite your friends and neighbors to 9:15 am Mass in the lower level chapel. And, then after Mass join us at our event...

Trip to The Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA)
Wednesday, December 14th, 2011, 10:00 am
“Rembrant and the Face of Jesus”

We will depart at 10:00AM from the front of St. Francis Church & arrive back by 4:30PM. Transportation & Museum admission with self guided audio tour: Total cost: is $31.00. Lunch at 11:30 pay on your own at the Café DIA. (Lunch prices vary between $6 to $11. Please, remember your lunch money. No bag lunches allowed in the museum.)
Register Early! Save your seat. Bus seats are limited. First come, first serve. Payment is due at the time of registration. Deliver your $31 check to the Parish Office, payable to "St. Francis" and note: "Senior Trip". Questions? Contact: Mary Ann Wroubel (369-8619) or Scott (821-2121).

Nov 8 Thanksgiving Meal & Veterans Day Talk

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Invite your friends and neighbors to 9:15 am Mass in the lower level chapel. And, then after Mass join us at our event...

Tuesday, November 8 at 10AM in the PAC join us for our program & lunch.

Traditional Thanksgiving Meal ($10.00.)

Cranberry Sauce, Potatoes, Turkey, Vegetable, Pumpkin Pie, Tea & Coffee.
With a presentation for Veterans Day called “Nursing in the Middle East” by
Casey Kinser a member of St. Francis Parish.
An experience of nursing in Saudi Arabia, etc… the religious difficulties faced while living in the Middle East.
(Every one is welcome to the program even if you cannot stay for lunch.)
RSVP for program and/or for lunch. by November 1, 2011, to 821-2121.

Trip to Solanus Casey - St. Boaventurre Parish in Detroit - Wednesday, October 26th, 2011,

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Seniors @ St. Francis (55 & Faster)
Join us at 9:15AM Mass in the lower level chapel. And, after Mass…
Wednesday, October 26th, 2011, Trip to St. Boaventurre's Detroit: Solanus Casey.
We will leave at 10:00AM from St. Francis Church & arrive back by 4:30PM. Join us for this spiritual journey. (Meet in the front parking lot near Stadium Blvd. in front of the PAC.) Transportation & Lunch (soup, sandwich, dessert & beverage). Total cost: is $30.00.

Register Early! Save your seat. Bus seats are limited. First come, first serve. Payment is due at the time of registration. Deliver your $30 check to the Parish Office, payable to "St. Francis" and note: "Senior Trip". Questions? Contact: Mary Ann Wroubel (369-8619) or Scott Wright (821-2121).

Visit The Cider Mill at Plymouth Orchards on Tues, October 11

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Tuesday, October 11 Visit The Cider Mill at Plymouth Orchards. Car Pool – Departing from St. Francis in front of Church at 10AM. After visiting the cider mill we will eat lunch at Karl's Cabin Restaurant. Pay-on-your-own. RSVP appreciated by October 4 (call 821-2121) or email <swright (at) stfrancisa2.org>.

Friday, September 23 Recognition Mass and Luncheon in Chelsea

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The Annual Senior Citizens’

Recognition Mass and Luncheon

is Friday, September 23, 2011, at 11:00 a.m.

at St. Mary Parish, Chelsea (14200 E. Old US Highway 12).

The event will begin with the celebration of Mass

at 11:00 a.m. and conclude following lunch.

An offering is expected for the luncheon.

Suggested donation of $8 is greatly appreciated.

For reservations

please call Scott Wright by September 14 at 821-2121.

(Let us know if you would be willing to provide a ride for a senior seeking to carpool?)

Sponsored by The Washtenaw Catholic Council on Aging in partnership with the Diocese of Lansing.

Sept 14 Brunch

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Seniors @ St. Francis (55 & Faster)
Join us at 9:15AM Mass in the lower level chapel. And, after Mass…

Wednesday, September 14 Seniors' Brunch at 10AM at IHOP restaurant, 4221 Ellsworth (near Carpenter Rd, next to Meijer’s). Enjoy breakfast and one another’s company. Pay-on-your-own. RSVP appreciated (821-2121).

August 17 Boat Cruise on the Grand River

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Triple Deck River Boat

Boat Cruise on the Grand River

Wednesday, August 17

a buffet lunch cruise, with entertainment (music) from 11a.m. - 1p.m., going down the Grand River from Lansing.

• 9:00am bus departure from St. Francis;

• 3:00pm arrive back at St. Francis.

• Cost: $54.00 total for seniors.

Register Early! Save your seat. Bus seats are limited. First come, first serve. Payment is due at the time of registration. Deliver your $54 check to the Parish Office, payable to "St. Francis" and note: "Senior Cruise". Questions? Contact: Scott Wright (821-2121).

Perhaps learn more at: www.michiganprincess.com/

Welcome Fr. Bosco Padamattummal, our New Priest

2011-07-13T08:13:00.000-07:00

Wednesday, August 10 After 9:15 a.m. Mass in the lower level chapel,
Join us for refreshments and a time to visit as we take time to meet and welcome our new priest, Fr. Bosco Padamattummal, to St. Francis Parish.

annual Senior Recognition Mass and Luncheon Friday, September 23

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A Special Notice for Older Adults of the Parish
The Washtenaw Catholic Council on Aging with

the Diocese of Lansing has scheduled the
annual Senior Recognition Mass and Luncheon
for Friday, September 23, 2011.

The hosting parish is St. Mary of Chelsea,

14200 E. Old US Highway 12, Chelsea, Michigan 48118.

The event will begin with the celebration of Mass at 11:00a.m. and

conclude following lunch.

Suggested donation of $8 is greatly appreciated.

For reservations please call Scott Wright by September 14 at (734) 821-2121.
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If you are interested in learning more about the committee working on this event see:

Washtenaw Catholic Council on Aging

July 12 Picnic Lunch

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Tuesday, July 12 Picnic Lunch at 11:30AM (eating at noon)
at Washtenaw County Farm Park.
Please bring a dish to share with about 8 people. (Last names letter “A- M” bring salads; Letters “N-S” bring fruit; Letters “S-Z” bring dessert.) Grilled hamburgers, hotdogs, condiments, chips, baked beans, table ware & paper products provided. Bring your grandkids & family. (Directions from St. Francis: drive East on Washtenaw turn right on Platt Rd. go past the recreation building turn right at Washtenaw County Farm Park, 2230 Platt Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, park and find us under the pavilion.) RSVP for lunch call (821-2121) by July 5, 2011.

Wednesday, June 22 lunch FAREWELL Fr. Prabhu

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Seniors @ St. Francis (55 & Faster)
Join us: Wednesday, June 22
At 9:15AM Wednesday Mass in the lower level chapel.
And, after Mass…
FAREWELL Fr. Prabhu
At 11:30 A.M. Meet for lunch at the Indian restaurant, Madras Masala
(328 Maynard St, across from Nickels Arcade, Ann Arbor 734-222-9006).
Pay-on-yourown.
RSVP appreciated by June 20 (821-2121).

Seniors' Afternoon of Reflection May 25, 2011

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Wednesday, May 25, 2011. Parish Seniors – The Washtenaw Catholic Council on Aging will sponsor an Afternoon of Reflection (1–3:30pm) hosted by St. Mary Parish, 210 West Main St., Manchester, MI 48158. The theme is "The New Translation of the Mass". There will be a presentation and discussion, and Mass celebrated by Fr. Timothy D. Krzyzaniak, Pastor at St. Mary Parish. Please RSVP by May 17, 2011, to Scott Wright (734-821-2121).
More details to come. See the Forum bulletin. Or, contact: Connie Hoffman (734-712-5730).

A May Crowning of Mary on May 11

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Wednesday, May 11, A May Crowning of Mary after 9:15am Mass in Chapel &
then Go out to Breakfast at Nick's Original House of Pancakes Restaurant, (3030 Lohr Circle, Ann Arbor) (734-622-6425)
Pay-on-your-own. RSVP appreciated not required by May 3 (821-2121).

Co-Chairperson Position Description

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Senior Ministry Leadership Team
@ St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church

Chairperson Position Description:
(Proposal by Scott Wright on Wednesday, July 6, 2011.)

The Chairperson(s) of the Senior Leadership Committee is:
1. a witness to the Gospel of Jesus Christ in our community.
2. calling together persons interested in living Catholic faith.
3. facilitating meetings (about once a month).
4. preparing an agenda in consultation with committee members and the Director of Social Ministry at St. Francis.
5. delegating the position of secretary, for recording meeting minutes, Etc.
6. leading the committee to turn in goals for each academic year to the Director of Social Ministry by October 1st.

The director of parish social ministry at St. Francis is responsible for:
1. supporting and assisting the Committee Chairperson(s).
2. publicity in the parish weekly forum and Mass announcements.
3. reserving rooms for meetings and events.
4. major communications to the community and public.
5. communicating with the pastor about needs.
6. delegating the position of committee chairperson.

Term Limit: Two Years (renewable)
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We are grateful for the dedication of these
Senior Leadership Committee chair-persons:
* 2012 - 2013 _______________
* 2011 - 2012 Mary Ann Wroubel & Sharon Wright.
* 2008 - 2011 Sharon Wright.
* 2005 - 2008 Sue Bemis.
* 1999 - 2005 Scott Wright.

Senior Ministry Leadership Team
Come Join our leadership team members & enjoy growing in friendship, while at the same time planning educational, devotional, & entertaining events for the St. Francis Parish senior citizens. (For planning, we meet in the parish office one week prior to our public gathering date.) For more information contact the Parish Social Ministry Office, Scott Wright (734-821-2121) .

Senior Bus Trip to Cathedral in Lansing - A LENTEN Pilgrimage

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Wednesday, April 6, 2011.

Wednesday, April 6, 2011,

Senior Bus Trip to Lansing - A LENTEN Pilgrimage

· Mass at noon with Fr. John Linden, the Office of Seminarians Director (was previously at St. Francis);

· A Tour of St. Mary Cathedral and the Archives of the Diocese of Lansing;

· Lunch (1:30pm)- Pay-on-your-own at Clara's Lansing Station Restaurant;
· 10:00am Bus departure;

· 5:00pm arrive back at St. Francis.

· Cost: $17.00 for bus & driver.

Register Early! Save your seat. Bus seats are limited (only 28). First come, first serve. Payment is due at the time of registration. Deliver your $17 check to the Parish Office, payable to "St. Francis" and note: "Senior Trip". Questions? Contact: Sharon Wright (734-434-1428), or Scott Wright (734-821-2121).

Mardi Gras, Tuesday, March 8, 2011,

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Tuesday, March 8, 2011,
Join us at: Mass at 9:15AM Tuesday in the lower level chapel.
And, after Mass join us at 10:00AM Parish Activities Center for:

A Mardi Gras / St. Patrick Party, plenty of food, frolic and all that jazz.
Cost: $10.00 for lunch: corned beef, cabbage, potatoes, carrots, rolls, oh, and, of course, fresh PACZKI.
RSVP by March 1 (821-2121).

Stay afterward (1–3pm) for a free “Edgar Allan Poe Festival” presented by our St. Francis 8th graders.

February 8, Elder Law and then go out to lunch with St. Francis Senior Citizens

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Tuesday, February 8, at 10AM Elder Law

presentation by Kathi Racinski and Terrence A. Bertram, PLLC, Legacy Law Center, with a passion for taking care of families by giving families the knowledge to plan their estates and protect their assets. Specializing in Estate Planning, Elder Law, Medicaid Planning, and Family Care Coordination.

RSVP by Feb 1, to 821-2121… after this presentation, at 11am We will Go out to Lunch at Paesano's Restaurant.

Seniors' Breakfast January 11

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Tuesday, January 11, 2011, at 10AM Go out to Breakfast at Big Boy on Zeeb Rd. Pay-on-your-own.
RSVP appreciated not required (821-2121).

December 14 Christmas Brunch

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Senior Citizens (55 & Faster) Join us at: Mass at 9:15AM Tuesday in the lower level chapel.

Christmas Brunch - Tuesday, Dec 14, 2010, at 10:15a.m. in the PAC. ($8.) Come enjoy the morning with your fellow seniors. RSVP for the Brunch by Dec 7, to 821-2121. (Pay at the door.)

Thanksgiving photos & video of NuNu's dancing

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Video of NuNu Dancing:

The first link is NuNu dancing sideways. The second link is with the video flipped, which lost a tad of its quality. (The privacy setting is so that only those with the link can see the video.)

The first: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PjfyUKkDrk4

The second: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=magD0vSqKIc

November

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Join us at: Mass at 9:15AM Tuesday in the lower level chapel.

Tuesday, November 16 at 10AM in the PAC join us for our program & lunch.

Traditional Thanksgiving Meal ($10.)

Cranberry Sauce, Potatoes, Turkey, Vegetable, Pumpkin Pie, Tea & Coffee.

With a presentation by Barb Schutzgruber, storyteller.

(Every one is welcome to the program even if you cannot stay for lunch.)

RSVP for program and/or lunch. by November 9, 2010, to 821-2121.

Oct 12, Senior Bus Trip to Hamtramck, MI

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Join us at: Mass at 9:15AM Tuesday in the lower level chapel.

Tuesday, Oct 12, Senior Bus Trip to Hamtramck, MI – with a tour of Saint Florian Church, Polish art Center Shop, etc. Cost: $17.00 for bus & driver. 10:00am Bus departure; Lunch - Pay-on-your-own at Polish Village Restaurant; 5:00pm arrive back at St. Francis. Register Early! Save your seat. Bus seats are limited (only 28). First come, first serve. Payment is due at the time of registration. Deliver your $17 check to the Parish Office, payable to "St. Francis" and note: "Senior Trip". Questions? Contact: MaryAnn Wroubel (734-369-8619), or Scott Wright (821-2121).

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September 22, Senior Appreciation Mass and Luncheon

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The annual

Senior Appreciation Mass and Luncheon is on

Wednesday, September 22, 2010, at 11:00 a.m.

The hosting parish is Christ the King Church, 4000 Ave Maria Drive, Ann Arbor, MI, 48105. The event will begin with the celebration of Mass at 11:00 a.m. and conclude following lunch.

RSVP for lunch: call (821-2121) by Sept 13, 2010. A free offering will be accepted for the luncheon. (Would you be willing to provide a ride for a senior seeking to carpool?)

Sponsored by The Washtenaw Catholic Council on Aging in partnership with the Diocese of Lansing. The theme for this year's event is "I am the vine, you are the branches".

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August 10 welcome Fr. Prabhu

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Tuesday, August 10 After 9:15 a.m. Mass in the lower level chapel, Join us to Welcome our New Priest Join us for refreshments and a time to visit in the church lower level— we will take time to meet and welcome our new priest, Fr. Prabhu Lakra to St. Francis Parish.

July 13 Picnic Lunch at Washtenaw County Farm Park.

2010-07-09T15:12:00.000-07:00

Tuesday, July 13 Picnic Lunch at 11:30AM (eating at noon)
at Washtenaw County Farm Park.
Please bring a dish to share with about 8 people. (Last names letter “A- M” bring salads; Letters “N-S” bring fruit; Letters “S-Z” bring dessert.) Grilled hamburgers, hotdogs, condiments, chips, baked beans, table ware & paper products provided. Bring your grandkids & family. (Directions from St. Francis: drive East on Washtenaw turn right on Platt Rd. go past the recreation building turn right at Washtenaw County Farm Park, 2230 Platt Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, park and find us under the pavilion.) RSVP for lunch call (821-2121) by July 6, 2010.

June 23 FAREWELL for Fr. John

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Wednesday, June 23 – after 9:15 Mass – FAREWELL for Fr. John
in the Church Nursery room, coffee & goodies provided.

June 11 Seniors' Morning of Reflection

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Friday, June 11 --- Seniors' Morning of Reflection: Parish Seniors – The Washtenaw Catholic Council on Aging will sponsor a Morning of Reflection hosted by St. Francis of Assisi Parish on June 11 at 9:30 a.m. The theme is “Prayer in our Lives”. There will be a presentation and discussion lead by Janene Ternes, Adult Faith Groups Coordinator at St. Francis, and Mass will be celebrated by Fr. Jim McDougall.

Please RSVP by June 4 to Scott Wright at 734-821-2121 if you plan to be with us at the Seniors' Morning of Reflection. Also, after the event, at around 12:30pm., those interested will gather at Old Country Buffet for lunch where tables will be reserved. Each person is responsible for the cost of their own meal. Please RSVP by June 4 to Scott Wright at 734-821-2121 for the luncheon.

Tour the Shrine of the Little Flower in Royal Oak, Tues, May 11.

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Join us at: Mass at 9:15AM in the lower level chapel; and, after Mass join us as we go on a bus trip:

Tour the Shrine of the Little Flower

Tour the Shrine of the Little Flower
in Royal Oak, Michigan
on Tuesday, May 11.
Cost: $17.00 for bus & driver.
10:00am Bus departure;
11:30am Lunch - Pay-on-your-own at Pasquale's Italian Restaurant;
1:00pm Docent for the Shrine Tour;
4:00pm arrive back at St. Francis.

Register Early! Save your seat. Bus seats are limited (only 28). First come, first serve. Payment is due at the time of registration.
Deliver your $17 check to the Parish Office, payable to "St. Francis" and note: "Senior Trip". Questions? Contact: Sharon Wright (434-1428) or, Scott Wright (821-2121).

Tuesday, April 13

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Tuesday, April 13, 10:30am
Go out to Breakfast at Big Boy Restaurant on Zeeb Rd. Pay-on-your-own.
RSVP appreciated not required by April 9 (821-2121).

Mardi Gras, Tuesday, February 16, 2010,

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Tuesday, February 16, 2010,
Join us at: Mass at 9:15AM Tuesday in the lower level chapel.
And, after Mass join us at 10:00AM for:
Mardi Gras,
Plenty of food & frolic and all that jazz.
($8.00 donation for lunch.)
RSVP by Feb. 9 (821-2121).

Tuesday, December 8, 2009, Christmas Brunch & “Why Guatemala?”

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Senior Citizens (55 & Faster)@ St. Francis
Join us at: Mass at 9:15AM in Church on the Holy Day and, after Mass join us:

Tuesday, December 8, 2009,
10:30AM Christmas Brunch;
11:00AM Presentation "Why Guatemala?" by Jennifer Delvaux on the Youth & Young Adult Group service trip to Guatemala.
RSVP for the Brunch by December 1, 2009, to 821-2121.

Indonesian Dance & Thanksgiving

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In November 2009, we enjoyed our Traditional Thanksgiving Meal with a presentation on Modern Day Pilgrims/Immigrants, spot lighting an Indonesian Dance by Nunu Lysloff who has worked at the St. Francis Parish Office for 20 years now. What fun!!!

Seniors Picnic July 14, 2009, at Washtenaw County Farm Park

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* 2009, Tuesday, October 20, PLANNING A MOVE or HELPING SOMEONE MOVE? Downsizing? Trying to figure out what to do with ALL THE STUFF? Please join us to talk about your experiences. Tam Perry, graduate student in Social Work and Anthropology, is conducting a dissertation project entitled "The Older Adult Moving Study." By coming to this focus discussion group, you will receive a ten dollar gift card for your time and participation. To participate in a focus group such as this, it is customary to sign a consent form so that your sharing can be used in Ms. Perry's dissertation. To register call 821-2121 by October 12, 2009. WHEN: Tuesday, Oct. 20 from 10 a.m.– Noon; WHERE: St. Francis PAC; Sponsored by the Seniors @ St. Francis’ Senior Ministry Committee and open to all.

* 2009, Tuesday, October 13 at 10AM in the PAC join us for our program & lunch. Maintain Your Brain: The purpose of this program is to change the way Americans think about brain health, and to teach the audience how to live a “brain healthy” lifestyle. It is geared to give hope that while a cure is being found for Alzheimer’s disease, there are steps we can take to help prevent it. Presented by Debbie Sackett, LLMSW Program Coordinator, Alzheimer’s Association, Great Lakes Chapter, and parishioner at St. Francis. ($7 donation for lunch.) Every one is welcome to the program even if you cannot stay for lunch. RSVP for program and/or lunch. by October 5, 2009, to 821-2121.

* 2009, Wednesday, September 23, Senior Appreciation Mass and Luncheon at 11AM at St. Andrew Church in Saline, with Bishop Boyea for Washtenaw County Seniors. (Senior Citizen Appreciation week is Sept.21-26, 2009) RSVP for lunch: call (821-2121) by Sept 14, 2009. A free offering will be accepted for the luncheon. (Would you be willing to provide a ride for a senior seeking to carpool?)

* 2009, Tuesday, August 11, Day-Trip to the U of M Art Museum. This is your chance to see the new wing of the UM Art Museum which opened recently. We have a good docent who will give us a 45 minute tour of the best acquisitions. We will also enjoy lunch across the street at the Michigan Union – pay on your own. Our car pool departs at 10:00AM from St. Francis Parish Parking Lot in front of the PAC (& we should arrive back at St. Francis by 1:00PM. RSVP by August 10th to the parish office (821-2121)…. Let us know if you can DRIVE, or, if you plan to RIDE.

2009, Tuesday, July 14, Picnic Lunch at 11:30AM (eating at noon) at Washtenaw County Farm Park. (Photos) Please bring a dish to share with about 12 people. (Last names letter “A- M” bring salads; Letters “N-S” bring fruit; Letters “S-Z” bring dessert.) Grilled hamburgers, hotdogs, condiments, chips, baked beans, table ware & paper products provided. Bring your grandkids & family. (Directions from St. Francis: drive East on Washtenaw turn right on Platt Rd. go past the recreation building turn right at Washtenaw County Farm Park, 2230 Platt Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, park and find us under the pavilion.) RSVP: call (821-2121) by July 7, 2009.

2009, Tuesday, June 9 at 10 AM in the PAC. Life in the Seminary by Mr. Anthony Strouse. This summer Deacon Strouse is working an internship with us here at St. Francis Parish. He was ordained as a transitional Deacon for service in the Diocese of Lansing, May 2009. Plans are being made for his ordination to the priesthood within the next year. ($7 donation for lunch.) RSVP for lunch by June 2 to 821-2121. Every one is welcome to come for the talk even if you cannot stay for lunch.

2009, Tuesday, May 12 at 10 AM in the PAC. Lunch with You, “Marley and Me.” Join us for lunch and enjoy the comedy about the most mischievous dog ever. ($7 donation for lunch.) RSVP for lunch by May 5 to 769-2550. Every one is welcome to come see the movie even if you cannot stay for lunch.

2009, Tuesday, April 14, at 10 AM we will Celebrate EASTER week and Go Out-to-Breakfast at the Big Boy on Lohr Rd. Pay-on-your-own. RSVP appreciated not required by April 7 (821-2121).

2009, Tuesday, March 17,at 10 AM in the PAC, LENTEN Spiritual Journey presentation by Mary Carol Conroy, a Spiritual Director here at St. Francis. For our lunch menu and décor we will experience a little bit of St. Patrick’s Day. ($7 donation for lunch.) RSVP by Mar. 10 to 821-2121.

2009, Tuesday, February 24, at 10AM in the PAC, Mardi Gras, Plenty of food & frolic and all that jazz. Plus, fresh PACZKI. ($7 donation for lunch.) RSVP by Feb. 16 to 821-2121.

2008, Tuesday, December 9, Christmas Breakfast ($6).RSVP by Dec 2 (821-2121).

2008, Tuesday, November 11, at 11 a.m. Veterans Day Celebration & Traditional Thanksgiving Meal ($8.) Cranberry Sauce, Potatoes, Turkey, Vegetable, Pumpkin Pie, Tea & Coffee. With a Speaker from the Yankee Air Museum www.yankeeairmuseum.org/ RSVP by Nov 3 to 821-2121

2008, Thursday, October 16, Ride the Rails – Fall Color Tour - The Southern Michigan Railroad Society, Inc. 2.25 hour round trip excursion train trip travels through the countryside to Raisin Center & NS Tracks, with a stop for cider & donuts before returning to Tecumseh. Cost: $20.00 includes transportation from St. Francis to Tecumseh as well as the train fare. Departure at 12 noon in a 15-passanger van(s), will be from St. Francis's parking lot in front of the PAC. (Our train departs Tecumseh at 1:30 p.m.) We plan to arrive back at St. Francis by about 5 p.m. (You are welcome to bring food and eat on the train.) (Dress for outside weather! Rain or Shine.) (No restroom facilities on the train.) RSVP: by submitting your $20 to the parish office by Oct 6. Make checks payable to “St. Francis Parish”, and note “Ride the Rails”. Questions, call Scott Wright (821-2121) or see: www.stfrancisa2.com/seniors

2008, Wednesday, September 17, Senior Appreciation Mass and Luncheon in Dexter. The 11AM Mass is at the new St. Joseph Church in Dexter. At 6805 Mast Rd., Dexter, MI 48130 (corner of Mast & N. Territorial Roads). And, lunch follows at the at the K of C Hall in Dexter. RSVP for lunch: call (821-2121) by Sept 7, 2008. A free offering will be accepted for the luncheon. (Would you be willing to provide a ride for a senior seeking to carpool?)

2008, Tuesday, August 12, Day Trip to St. Boaventurre’s Detroit: Solanus Casey. We will leave at 10:00AM from St. Francis Church & arrive back by 4:30PM. (Meet in the front parking lot near Stadium Blvd. in front of the PAC.) (Lunch: Baked Chicken. Redskin Potatoes. Green Beans. Rolls. Dessert) Lunch & Tour cost: is $17.00. Transportation cost: is $10.00. Can you drive your car (__# of riders)? RSVP: call (821-2121) by August 5, 2008. Learn more at: solanuscasey.org

2008, Tuesday, July 22,Picnic Lunch at 11:30AM (eating at noon.) at: Washtenaw County Farm Park. Please bring a dish to share with about 12 people. (Last names letter “A- M” bring salads; Letters “N-S” bring fruit; Letters “S-Z” bring dessert.) Grilled hamburgers, hotdogs, condiments, chips, baked beans, table ware & paper products provided. Bring your grandkids & family. (Directions from St. Francis: drive East on Washtenaw turn right on Platt Rd. go past the recreation building turn right at Washtenaw County Farm Park, 2230 Platt Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, park and find us under the pavilion.) RSVP: call (821-2121) by July 15, 2008.

2008 Tuesday, June 10, A Vaudeville Show by the Petticoat Ladies of Garden City Presbyterian Church. RSVP for lunch: call (821-2121) by June 2, 2008. At 10:00AM in the PAC. ($7.00 donation for lunch, at 11:30 a.m.)

2008 Wednesday, May 14, DIA TRIP to see the “AshCan” Exhibit at The Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA). The DIA brings you the exhibition Life's Pleasures, featuring 80 paintings depicting vibrant and diverse leisure activities, as experienced by American artists known collectively as the Ashcan school. Lunch at Café DIA. (Lunch prices will range between $7 to $12. No bag lunches.) Admission Tickets to see the special "AshCan" exhibit is $12 at the door. (Or, $8 for General Admission is good to see the new American Wing & other general collections, [but, does not include special "AshCan" exhibit]). Transportation Cost: $10.00 each person. Can you drive your car (__# of riders)? We will leave at 10:00AM from St. Francis Church & arrive back by 4:30PM. (Meet in the front parking lot near Stadium Blvd. in front of the PAC.) RSVP Reservation required, byTue., May 6, 2008, contact the parish office (821-2121).

2008 Tuesday, April 15: Life in Sudan, AFRICA. By our speaker from Sudan, Buthiana Hassan. We will focus on her work in the internally displaced persons [IDPs] camps and how this relates to what Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is doing in Sudan. At 10:00AM in the PAC. ($7.00 donation for lunch, at 11:30 a.m.) RSVP: by calling the parish office (821-2121) by March 31, 2008. See photos and read about Buthiana Hassan's experience at: http://stfrancisa2.com/ricebowl/#Darfur-1

2008 Tuesday, March 11, LENT EVENT spiritual journey: Fr. Terry Dumas presenting. At 10:00AM in the PAC. ($7.00 donation for lunch, at 11:30 a.m.) RSVP: by calling the parish office (821-2121) by March 3, 2008.

2008 Tuesday, February 5, Mardi Gras – Plenty of food & frolic and all that jazz. Plus, fresh PACZKI. ($7.00 donation for lunch.) RSVP by Jan. 29 to 821-2121.

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2007 Monday, December 3 go to see the 25th and FINAL Annual Crèche Exhibit Come see over 1000 creches from 111 countries artistically portraying the birth of Jesus Christ. Our car pool departs at 10:00AM from St. Francis Parish Parking Lot in front of the PAC (& we should arrive back at St. Francis by 12:30PM) The Crèche Exhibit is at The Church of Latter Day Saints (at 1385 Green Road, Ann Arbor). Learn more at: www.crecheexhibit.com Free admission. Wheelchair accessible. RSVP to the parish office (821-2121)…. Let us know if you can DRIVE, or, if you plan to RIDE.

2007 Tuesday, November 20, at 12 noon Traditional Thanksgiving Meal $7. Cranberry Sauce, Potatoes, Turkey, Green Vegetable, Pumpkin Pie, Tea & Coffee. RSVP by Nov 13 to 821-2121.

2007 Tuesday, November 13, Art of Dipomacy – Head of State Gifts from the Ford Presidency – An exhibit on the ceremonial side of diplomacy, featuring state gifts, elegant letters, and a white-tie dinner for Queen Elizabeth II. (Free Admission – Free Parking). Visit the Gerald R. FORD Presidential Library & MUSEUM, showing “The Art of Dipomacy”. Our car pool departs at 10:00AM from St. Francis Parish Parking Lot in front of the PAC (& we should arrive back at St. Francis by 1:00PM). RSVP to the parish office (821-2121)…. Let us know if you can DRIVE, or, if you plan to RIDE.

2007 Tuesday, October 16, join us and friends of all ages as we: 50th Anniversary Celebration for Bishop Mengeling:Come and wish the bishop well and thank him for 50 years of service to the church as an ordained priest. Mass at St. Thomas Aquinas Parish, (955 Alton Rd, East Lansing) at 2:00p.m. followed immediately by a reception. Departure at 12:00 p.m. in a van(s), will be from St. Francis's parking lot in front of the PAC. We plan to arrive back at St. Francis by about 6 p.m. Cost: for van transportation & fuel $10.00. Make checks payable to “St. Francis Parish”, and note “Bishop’s 50th”. RSVP: by calling the parish office (821-2121) by Oct 8.

2007 Tuesday, October 9, join us and friends of all ages as we: Enjoy a Fall Trip to FRANKENMUTH ... Visit Bronner’s CHRISTmas Wonderland. Eat lunch at Zehnder’s. Cruise the Cass River aboard the Bavarian Belle Paddlewheel. Tour the Frankenmuth Historical Museum self-guided. Cost: $20.00 does not include lunch. Departure at 10 a.m. in a 15-passanger van(s), will be from St. Francis's parking lot in front of the PAC. After a pleasant day, we plan to arrive back at St. Francis by about 6 p.m. RSVP: by submitting your $20 to the parish office by Oct 1. Make checks payable to “St. Francis Parish”, and note “Frankenmuth”. Questions, call Scott Wright (821-2121).

2007 Wednesday, September 19 -- "SENIOR APPRECIATION - Diocese of Lansing, Washtenaw Region" at at St. Joseph Parish in Ypsilanti (Whittaker Rd.), with 11AM Mass & Lunch. For Lunch RSVP by Sept 11 to 821-2121. A free offering will be accepted for the luncheon.

2007, August 14 -- Meet & Welcome Fr. John Linden, our new priest after Mass.

Tuesday, June 12, 2007, Hidden Lake Gardens: a personal guided tour of the Botanical Gardens & Arboretum: Departure from St. Francis's parking lot at 10 a.m. in front of the PAC. The trip will take less than l hour one way. We plan to arrive back at St. Francis by about 4 p.m. $8 per person covers lunch & a personal guided tour of the Botanical Gardens & Arboretum (on M-50 near Tipton, MI.) RSVP by June 4. Let us know if you can DRIVE, or, if you plan to RIDE. Contact: St. Francis Parish Office (734-821-2121).

www.hiddenlakegardens.msu.edu

Tuesday, May 8, 2007, for A Tour of the Toledo Art Museum new Glass Pavilion. Departure from St. Francis's parking lot at 10 a.m. in front of the PAC. The trip will take less than l hour one way. We plan to arrive back at St. Francis by about 4 p.m. We will tour the exhibit and then have lunch at the museum cafeteria. (Exhibit admission is free. Lunch is at your own cost.) Call the St. Francis office (821-2121) by May 1, 2007, to make a reservation. Indicate if you can drive and how many passengers you can transport. http://www.toledomuseum.org/GlassCenter_main.htm

2007, March 13, “LENT & Easter as in Fiji” Reflections by Fr. Kusi Cobona. At 10:00AM in the PAC. A light lunch will be served. (Please make a free-will cash offering for lunch.)

2007, February 20, Mardi Gras - Remembering New Orleans: Come hear and see the presentation by our St. Francis Parish groups that went TO HELP CLEAN-UP New Orleans after the hurricanes This Feb 2006, & Jan 2007, & Feb 12-16, 2007, work could not have happened without the support and love of the entire St. Francis parish. Plus, PACZKI from Copernicus: european delicatessen (734-222-9633). Plenty of food & frolic and all that jazz. New members, old members, all welcome! RSVP to to 821-2121 by February 13, 2007. (Make a free-will offering to pay for lunch.)

2007, January 20, Common Conference;

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2006, December 12, A Mexican Christmas Party – on the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe & a Mexican theme – Piñata, Carols, lunch, etc… New members, old members, all welcome! RSVP to to 821-2121 by Dec 5, 2006. (Make a free-will offering for lunch.)

2006, November 14, Visit Chelsea, Michigan. We’ll enjoy a tour of both the Teddy Bear Factory & the Jiffy Mix Factory. Plan to eat lunch at a local restaurant (at your own cost). Our car pool will leave at 10:00AM from St. Francis Church and arrive back at St. Francis by 4:00PM. (Meet in the front parking lot near Stadium Blvd. in front of the PAC.) (Map Provided.) RSVP by Nov. 6 to 821-2121.
Join us at: Mass at 9:15AM Tuesday in the lower level chapel. And, after Mass join us as we: ... ...
2006, October 10, Visit Sri Lanka: Where in the World? Visit Sri Lanka without ever leaving the PAC. A local Sri Lankan family will speak on life in their country, show pictures and cook a genuine Sri Lankan lunch on October 10, 2006. Guaranteed to be a tasty experience for all seniors.
2006 September 18, (a Monday), "SENIOR APPRECIATION - Diocese of Lansing, Washtenaw Region" at St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, Ann Arbor, with 11AM Mass & Lunch. For Lunch RSVP by September 11 to 821-2121. A free offering will be accepted for the luncheon.
2006 August.... NO EVENT...
2006, July 11, Seniors @ St. Francis Visit the Village At 10:30AM Tuesday, July 11 Come with us to see ‘The Village’ @ St. Joseph Mercy Hospital” a residence for independent and assisted living for Senior Citizens. We’ll meet there (follow the simple driving directions below here). Current residents of The Village will offer us a tour (at 10:30AM) of The Village and answer our questions. We’ll celebrate the Mass (at 11:15AM) with Fr. Terry Dumas. Lunch at The Village Dinning Hall is compliments of The Village. After lunch you may want to stay and play Bingo.

RSVP as soon as possible to Neil (971-5572) or (769-2550).

Directions from St. Francis Parish go: East on Stadium Blvd. to WASHTENAW AVE: Turn LEFT onto HOGBACK RD.: Turn RIGHT onto W CLARK RD…. : Turn LEFT onto MCAULEY DR…. : End at The Village, 5341 Mcauley Dr, Ypsilanti, MI 48197.

2006, June 13, A Country Retreat Day & Tour of "Holy Cross Children's Services – Boysville"

Clinton Campus. Our car pool will leave Tuesday, June 13, at 10:00AM from St. Francis Church and arrive back at St. Francis by 4:00PM. (Meet in the front parking lot near Stadium Blvd. in front of the PAC.) We will eat lunch at the Boysville Café. (Please make a free-will offering for lunch.) Questions, contact the parish office (821-2121) or leave a message with Lloyd St Antoine (769-5341).

2006, May 12, African American Art: DIA Trip ... At The Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) we will tour both the African American Art from the Walter O. Evans Collection, as well as the new REMIX Gallery exhibit of old favorites. Admission tickets are $10.00. And, we will eat lunch at the Café DIA. (Lunch prices will range between $5 to $10. No bag lunches.) Our car pool will leave Friday May 12, 2006, at 10:00AM from St. Francis Church and arrive back at St. Francis by 4:00PM. (Meet in the front parking lot near Stadium Blvd. in front of the PAC.) We welcome everyone old and young! (Scholarships available.) (Learn more about The Detroit Institute of Arts at: www.dia.org) Questions, contact the parish office (821-2121) or leave a message with Lloyd St Antoine (769-5341).
2006, April 11, ENCYCLICAL LETTER by BENEDICT XVI "DEUS CARITAS EST" "God is Love" Reflections by Fr. Kusi Cobona.
2006, March 12-14, St. Francis Parish Mission.
2006, February 28, Seniors Mardi Gras: Remembering New Orleans St. Francis Parish SENIOR Citizens invite you to come join us for a "Mardi Gras Party: Remembering New Orleans" on Tuesday, February 28, 2006, in the Parish Activities Center for the Homemade PACZKI prepared fresh in the PAC kitchen. Plenty of food & frolic and all that jazz. A light lunch will be served. (Please make a free-will offering for lunch.) RSVP by Thursday, February 23 call 821-2121.
2006, January 12, a Thursday at 9:00 AM "The New Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Benefit informational session" presented by Barb Zaret of Catholic Social Services (sponsored by our Parish Health Ministry Debbie Coley) ... & Senior Citizens' Lunch after about 11:30AM.

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2005, December, New plans and new time for Senior gathering! Come to a Christmas Lunch December 13 @ 11:00 a.m in the Parish Activities Center. (Suggested Offering $5.00.) Bring an ornament to exchange and your Christmas spirit. A door prize for the lucky winner!

2005, November 8, "OUR LATER YEARS: REACHING OUT, HOPE and INITIATIVE" by John Schwarz. Our later years bring loss and great challenge. But also new opportunity. God's challenge to us now is different. In three sessions we will present an opportunity to explore and re-assess the rich me4aning of this uniquely important phase of life. You are invited, Tuesday mornings, 10AM - 12 noon, November 8, 15, & 22, 2005.

2005, October 11, Event Canceled due to poor response & not enough drivers.Holy Cross Children's Services - Boysville - a car pool trip to the Clinton Campus for tour & lunch; 8759 Clinton Macon Road, Clinton, Mi. 49236; At 10:00AM, we will leave from St. Francis Church (near the front of the PAC) by car pool. … Lunch at Boysville. (Suggested Offering for Lunch is $5.00.). We will then tour the campus. This is a beautiful country Autumn retreat day. Join us! We will arrive back at St. Francis by 4:00PM. RSVP by October 10, contact: Scott Wright (821-2121).
2005, September 23, "SENIOR APPRECIATION - Diocese of Lansing, Washtenaw Region" at St. Mary Catholic Church, Chelsea, with 11AM Mass & Lunch. For Lunch RSVP by September 14 to 821-2121. A free offering will be accepted for the luncheon.
2005, August 9, "Hidden Lake Gardens & St. Joseph Catholic Church Shrine on US-12 near, Brooklyn, - a car pool trip & lunch, 8743 US-12, Brooklyn, MI 49230; (517-467-2183). Car pool, departing at 10:00AM from St. Francis Parish Parking Lot (near the PAC) & arriving back at St. Francis by 4:00PM. ($8 per person covers lunch & a personal guided tour of the Botanical Gardens & Arboretum. The Shrine is on US-12 near, Brooklyn, MI, just 6 miles from the Gardens on M-50 near Tipton, MI.) RSVP by August 8. Let us know if you can DRIVE, or, if you plan to RIDE. Contact: St. Francis Parish Office (734-769-2550). --- St. Joseph Catholic Church Shrine, 8743 US-12, Brooklyn, MI 49230; (517-467-2183); www.stjosephshrinebroklyn.catholicweb.com ; Lunch at Hidden Lake Gardens by MSU in Lenawee Co. (517-431-2060) www.hiddenlakegardens.msu.edu ; a guided tour at no extra cost & 10 min video & picnic for box lunch) - on M-50 at Pentecost Rd. about 6 miles from the St. Joseph Shrine. This is a beautiful lazy-hazy Summer retreat day. Join us! We will arrive back at St. Francis by 4:00PM. RSVP by August 8, contact: Scott Wright (821-2121).
2005, July 12, "Picnic & Book Exchange"Event Canceled due to poor response.We will meet outside in the yard under the trees behind the church. Please bring a good book that you’ve read. Be prepared to tell about it and exchange it.
2005, June 14, "End of Life Issues & Decision Making" by Fr. Charlie Irvin & Hospice rep.
2005, May 10, "A TRIP to: Pious Union of St. Joseph Shrine" in Grass Lake, MI. At 10:00AM, we will leave from St. Francis Church (near the front of the PAC) by car pool. We will eat lunch at Pious Union of St. Joseph Shrine, 971 East Michigan Ave., Grass Lake, MI 49240. At 11:30AM we celebrate Mass. Then, LUNCH costs $8.00. After lunch we will then tour the Shrine & exhibits. On our return trip we also plan to stop for a short visit at St. Louis Center, Chelsea. This is a beautiful country retreat day. By 4:00PM we will arrive back at St. Francis. (Scholarships available.) — — — — — — — — — — Submit this sign-up: Seniors @ St. Francis’ Tuesday, May 10 - carpool to Pious Union of St. Joseph Shrine. Join us! Submit this sign-up form with your $8.00 check made out to: “St. Francis of Assisi Parish” & note: “May 10 Trip”. Submit it to the parish office or in the collection basket no later than Mon., May 2. (After this date you are still welcome to call the parish office to see if there is room for you to go.) Name____________ ____________ -- Phone ___________ ____________ -- I’ll Drive my car: NO (I’ll ride) orYES (__# of riders) — — — — — — — — — —
2005, April 12, "The Surprising Benefits of Massage Therapy to your Health & General Well Being" (Including complementary neck massages.) by Kathryn Burns, L.M.T., & Bill Hayles, L.M.T., nationally certified massage therapists specializing in: Reiki, Relaxation, Reflexology, Hot Stone Massage, Injury Recovery, & Chronic Pain Management.
2005, March 8, "The Concept of Age-ing to Sage-ing ®" that gives a life affirming spark. "We have an opportunity to create a new vision of growing older that is vibrant and nourishing for all people." Ellen McKay, certified by the Spiritual Eldering Institute, Bolder, Colorado, will share with us.
2005, February 8, "Celebrate Mardi Gras with a Party". Hats/Masks provided to decorate. Homemade PACZKI prepared fresh in the PAC kitchen. Plenty of food & frolic and all that jazz.
2005, January 11, CANCELED due to Snow & Ice. "The Surprising Benefits of Massage Therapy to your Health & General Well Being" (Including complementary neck massages.) by Kathryn Burns, L.M.T., & Bill Hayles, L.M.T., nationally certified massage therapists specializing in: Reiki, Relaxation, Reflexology, Hot Stone Massage, Injury Recovery, & Chronic Pain Management.

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2004 December 8, "The Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) Trip, Murano Glass Exibit", with Seniors @ St. Francis on Wednesday, December 15, 2004, at 10:00AM, we will leave from St. Francis Church (near the front of the PAC) by car pool. We will eat lunch at the new Cafe DIA (Lunch prices will range between $5 to $10. No bag lunches.). We will then tour the Murano: Glass From the Olnick Spanu Collection exhibit. (Admission tickets are $8.00). We will arrive back at St. Francis by 4:00PM. Every one is welcome! (All Senior Citizens & older or younger friends are invited & welcome.) (Scholarships available.) — — — — — — — — — — Submit this sign-up: Seniors @ St. Francis’ Wed., December 15 - carpool & event at The Detroit Institute of Arts. Join us! Submit this sign-up form with your $8.00 check made out to: “St. Francis of Assisi Parish” & note: “DIA Trip”. Submit it to the parish office or in the collection basket no later than Mon., Nov. 29. (After this date you are still welcome to call the parish office to see if there is room for you to go.) -- Name____________ ____________ -- Phone ___________ ____________ -- I’ll Drive my car: NO (I’ll ride) or YES (__# of riders) — — — — — — — — — — Learn more by visiting The Detroit Institute of Arts at: www.dia.org
2004 November 9, . CANCELED! -- —– Since John Schwarz had a slight heart attack last week (10/18), the series is canceled going to be rescheduled, perhaps for Lent. -- "OUR LATER YEARS: REACHING OUT, HOPE and INITIATIVE" by John Schwarz. The later years mean loss, risk and challenge. But also opportunities and new engagement, if we cooperate. God continues to call. We need do pick up the phone and answer. This is the beginning of the series with other sessions on Tuesday, November 16 & 23.
2004, October 12, "Elections: Why Should I Vote?" by David Pollock. Mr. Pollock will set us to thinking as he entertains us with his presentation (which he stresses will NOT be a discussion of the current presidential campaign). He is a long-time history buff and former president of the Ann Arbor Historical Foundation and the Washtenaw County Historical Society.
2004, September 24, "SENIOR APPRECIATION - Diocese of Lansing, Washtenaw Region" at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Ypsilanti with 11AM Mass & Lunch. For Lunch RSVP by September 17 to 821-2121. A free offering will be accepted for the luncheon.
2004, September 14, "Meet Fr. Kusi: He's the new kid on the block during this new academic year." We will also have a new Profile of Senior Members. PHOTOS!!!

2004 August 10, "Picnic & Book Exchange". We will meet outside in the yard under the trees behind the church. Please bring a good book that you’ve read. Be prepared to tell about it and exchange it.
2004 July - we did not meet.
2004 June 15, “Walking Tour, Mass & Lunch at St. John Center for Youth and Family. We have a 10AM CAR POOL departing from St. Francis (Driving down PLYMOUTH ROAD). And, an 11:30AM Mass & LUNCH after Mass (Lunch costs $7). At 3PM we'll arrive back at St. Francis.

So that we have enough food for lunch, please RSVP before Thursday, June 10 by submitting the following sign-up form in the collection basket, or, by calling the parish office 769-2550. — — — — — — — — — — Seniors @ St. Francis’ June 15 carpool & event at St. John Center for Youth and Family. Nam, Phone, Number of persons coming with you; I'll drive my car, YES or NO; — — — — — — — — — —.

2004 May 11, "Heart Beats - Rope Jumping Exposition" by St. Francis School Children & directed by Kathleen Green. And, "Use it or Lose it: the secret of staying well" - keeping the mind and body conditioned including information on a needs assesment for respite care at St. Francis, by our Parish Nurse, Deborah Coley, & Judy (who is a geriatric nurse practitioner).
2004 April 13, "A Chance of A Life Time - Ann Arbor Students Go to Hikone (Hee-koh-neh) - Our JAPANESE Sister City!" by Rusty Schumacher.
2004 March 10, at 1PM see the movie “PASSION OF THE CHRIST” at Showcase Cinema on Carpenter Road. All are welcome! We’ll see ya there! ... If you want to ride together our Car pool will depart at 12:30PM from St. Francis Church, West parking lot, near the chapel entrance. Questions, Contact: Madeline Groshans.
2004 March 9, “Treatment of Coronary Heart Disease with Diet” - How to Eat Till Your Heart's Content: a diet for a healthy heart - by George Liepa, Professor of Nutrition at EMU. Bring on the Nutrients!!!
2004 February 10, "Pioneer High School - Choraliers" by 16 Pioneer High School Students.
2004 January 13, "Winking, Hearing, & Smiling" by Several Special Guests. (Seniors’ bonding time & structured time for sharing stories with each other.)

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2003 December 9, "Singing & Story telling with our Children". The St. Francis School Children performing are directed by Ms. Linda Opaleski.
2003 November 11, "Life’s Later Years: A Grace, Mission and Risk" by John Schwarz. Continued as a series with sessions on Tuesday, November 18 & 25.
2003 October 14, "Prayer in Motion" by Janene Ternes. We prayed with the Scriptures through movement, including basic moves to music, faith sharing, and guided meditation.
2003 September 15, "SENIOR APPRECIATION - Diocese of Lansing, Washtenaw Region" at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Ann Arbor with 11AM Mass & Lunch. (See Photos Here!)
2003 August 12, “Aging with Grace & Dignity” by Jane Duerr, Nurse Practitioner.
2003 July 8, “The Huron River: History & Narrative” by John Knott, U of M Professor of English.
2003 June 17, “Picnic at Gallup Park” For Fun everyone is invited to decorate a hat to reflect your hobby. Like a "Mad Hatter" bring your hat to the picnic. Prizes will be given for the most interesting hats. The picnic lunch will be served at the Gallup Park Shelter: Bernard Mass Shelter at the back of the park - it is the last shelter. Gallup Park entrance is across from Huron High School on Fuller Road, west of Huron Parkway. (In case of inclement weather we will meet in the St. Francis Parish Activities Center)
2003 May 13, “Michigan Facts & Fables: Story Telling” by Barb Schutzgruber, a well known & loved story teller.
2003 April 8, "The Dead Sea Scrolls" at the Grand Rapids' - Van Andel Museum Center. The pilgrimage to Grand Rapids is a day-trip by motor coach from St. Francis - depart 9:00 a.m. & return 7:30 p.m. "All You Can Eat" Mediterranean Lunch Buffet; Entrance to the Dead Sea Scrolls Exhibit; Snacks and beverages on the return trip to Ann Arbor. For further information, call the Adult Education Office at 821-2125.Click here to learn more about the Van Andel Museum.
2003 March 11, "Funeral Planning Has Grown Up" by Donna Bellgowan & Gordon Schott Jr. of Muehlig Funeral Chapel. “You can Plan ahead Before Your Dead” – The Presentation includes information on: Medicaid, Social Security, Veterans Benefits, The Memorial Service, After Care Programs, Cremation, and Traditional Burial.
2003 February 11, "Henri Nouwen: Life of the Beloved" by Kasia Wright, M.A., L.P.C., N.C.C.
2003 January 14, "The Underground Rail Road" by Carol Mull.

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2002 December 10, "Singing & Story telling with our School Children" The St. Francis School Children performing, directed by Ms. Linda Opaleski.
2002 November 12, "Guadeloupe and Other Miracles in Mexico" by Lloyd St. Antoine.
2002 October 10, "SENIOR APPRECIATION - Diocese of Lansing, Washtenaw Region" at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Ypsilanti with 11AM Mass & Lunch.
2002 October 8, "Nutrition for Seniors" by Michelle Cleland of East Ann Arobr Health Center.
2002 September 10, "Money for Retirement: Stock Market Investments" by Jeff Crause of the Edward Jones Company.
2002 August 13, "Arbor Hospice: Care for the Whole Family" by Arbor Hospice Representative.
2002 July 9, "Poland. An Overview" by Scott & Kasia Wright.
2002 June 18, "Elderhostel" by Carol & Jerry Rees.
2002 May 7, "What Have I Done? As I Remember ..." (Writing & Reading Memoirs) by Jane Kulpinski & Lois Gage.
2002 April 2, "Fun & Games: Exercises for the Body & the Brain" by Nia Aguirre, owner of "NIAFIT: Seniors in Action. After lunch, play board games and card games until at least 2PM.
2002 March 19, "St. Joseph Shrine: A Holy & Happy Death!" by Wayne Meier, Grand Knight of Columbus.
2002 February 12, "The True Meaning of Love" by Fr. Charlie Irvin.
2002 January 8, "Personal Finances & Record Keeping" by Mary (Betty) Zurawski.

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2001 December 11, "Singing & Story telling with our Children" The St. Francis School Children performing are directed by Ms. Linda Opaleski.
2001 November 6, "Health--Warning Signs You Need to Heed"by Julie Allison-Conlin, St. Francis Parish Nurse & Health Ministry program coordinator.
2001 October 16, "Community Resources & Volunteer Opportunities for Seniors" by Julie Young, of Turner Geriatrics Clinic, & a light lunch.
2001 September 20, "SENIOR APPRECIATION - Diocese of Lansing, Washtenaw Region" at Old St. Patrick Parish, Whitmore Lake, with 11AM Mass and Lunch.
2001 September 11, "Humor and Aging? Don't Make Me Laugh!" by Lila Green.
2001 August 14, "The Gift of the Blessing" by Kasia Wright, M.A., L.L.P.C..
2001 July 10, "Forgiveness - When, Why + How?" by John Schwarz.
2001 April 24, "Senior Spring Fling" Teens from the middle school and high school youth ministries hosted a dinner and reception to honor the senior members of our parish.
2001 March 13, "Friendship: with God, with One Another, and with Oneself" with Sr. Donna Hart I.H.M. & Mass.
2001 January 30, "Seniors: New Life, New Challenges - a time to meet, enjoy, socialize" Some thoughts on later life by Betty McMullan.

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2000 November 14, "Letter of Pope John Paul II to the Elderly" presentation by Scott Wright.
2000 October 17, "become better acquainted with one another, listen to each other's stories" & a lite lunch.

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Seniors @ St. Francis, Ann Arbor, Michigan

Mardi Gras - Party and Lunch Entertainment

Two Events in January

Invite your friends and neighbors to 9:15 am Mass in the lower level chapel. And, then after Mass join us at our event...

Trip to The Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA)Wednesday, December 14th, 2011, 10:00 am“Rembrant and the Face of Jesus”

Nov 8 Thanksgiving Meal & Veterans Day Talk

Invite your friends and neighbors to 9:15 am Mass in the lower level chapel. And, then after Mass join us at our event...

Trip to Solanus Casey - St. Boaventurre Parish in Detroit - Wednesday, October 26th, 2011,

Visit The Cider Mill at Plymouth Orchards on Tues, October 11

Friday, September 23 Recognition Mass and Luncheon in Chelsea

Sept 14 Brunch

August 17 Boat Cruise on the Grand River

Welcome Fr. Bosco Padamattummal, our New Priest

annual Senior Recognition Mass and Luncheon Friday, September 23

July 12 Picnic Lunch

Wednesday, June 22 lunch FAREWELL Fr. Prabhu

Seniors' Afternoon of Reflection May 25, 2011

A May Crowning of Mary on May 11

Co-Chairperson Position Description

Senior Bus Trip to Cathedral in Lansing - A LENTEN Pilgrimage

Mardi Gras, Tuesday, March 8, 2011,

February 8, Elder Law and then go out to lunch with St. Francis Senior Citizens

Seniors' Breakfast January 11

December 14 Christmas Brunch

Thanksgiving photos & video of NuNu's dancing

November

Oct 12, Senior Bus Trip to Hamtramck, MI

September 22, Senior Appreciation Mass and Luncheon

August 10 welcome Fr. Prabhu

July 13 Picnic Lunch at Washtenaw County Farm Park.

June 23 FAREWELL for Fr. John

June 11 Seniors' Morning of Reflection

Tour the Shrine of the Little Flower in Royal Oak, Tues, May 11.

Tuesday, April 13

Mardi Gras, Tuesday, February 16, 2010,

Tuesday, December 8, 2009, Christmas Brunch & “Why Guatemala?”

Indonesian Dance & Thanksgiving

Seniors Picnic July 14, 2009, at Washtenaw County Farm Park

Trip to The Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA)
Wednesday, December 14th, 2011, 10:00 am
“Rembrant and the Face of Jesus”