Two Events in January

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

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,

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

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

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

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

 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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) .

Mardi Gras, Tuesday, March 8, 2011,

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

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.