First Reading
Acts 2:1-11

Responsorial Psalm
104:1, 24, 29-30, 31, 34

Second Reading
1 Corinthians 12:3b-7, 12-13

Gospel
John 20:19-23

On this Pentecost Sunday, the Scripture readings reveal the powerful works of the Holy Spirit in the early Christian community. At Pentecost, the Church “is made manifest to the world” (Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1076). In other words, it is at Pentecost that the Catholic Church is born.

In the Acts of the Apostles, we observe the power and authority that the Holy Spirit bestows on the disciples through the symbols of wind and tongues of fire. In St. John’s Gospel, Jesus gives His followers the gifts of the Spirit: peace and the power to forgive sins. In his First Letter to the faith community at Corinth, St. Paul encourages them to strive for unity and to acknowledge one another’s gifts, service, and works given by the Most Holy Trinity as one Body in Christ. (Likewise in his letter to the Galatians, Paul encourages them to live in the spirit, not in the flesh.)

As faith-filled stewards, what God-given gifts and services do we offer weekly at the altar of the Lord to uplift our parish communion? In a spirit of evangelization, are we building up the Body of Christ by inviting our brothers and sisters to a personal relationship with our Lord and Savior?

For resources to build a relationship with the Holy Spirit, please visit the Franciscan website, The Wild Goose, at https://thewildgooseisloose.com.

Spirit of Christ, stir me. Spirit of Christ, move me. Spirit of Christ, fill me. Spirit of Christ, seal me.

Consecrate in me Your Heart and Will, O Heavenly Father.

Create in me a fountain of virtues. Seal my soul as Your own, that Your reflection in me may be a light for all to see.

Amen

“He pours light into our minds, arouses our desire and gives us strength….as the soul is the life of the body, so the Holy Spirit is the life of our souls.”

-Saint Peter Damian

Friday May 17
7:30 am Mass
7:45 am Confession
6:00 pm Karate Class

Saturday May 18
8:00 am Mass (Latin)
8:45 am Confession
10:30 am Funeral Mass Kevin Behen

Sunday May 19
10:15 am Confession
11:00 am Mass
4:15 pm Confession
5:00 pm Mass (Latin)

Monday May 20
Parish Office Closed
No Daily Mass or Confession

Tuesday May 21
7:30 am Mass
7:45 am Confession

Wednesday May 22
7:30 am Mass
7:45 am Confession

Thursday May 23
7:30 am Mass 7:45 am Confession
6:00 pm Adoration

Friday May 24
7:30 am Mass
7:45 am Confession
6:00 pm Karate Class

Saturday May 25
8:00 am Mass (Latin)
8:45 am Confession
10:00 am SVdP Meeting

Sunday May 26
10:15 am Confession
11:00 am Mass
4:15 pm Confession
5:00 pm Mass (Latin)

Did you know that you can make a donation to our parish online? It’s easy, convenient, secure, and it also allows you to give any amount, at any time. Saint Mary of Redford accepts one-time and recurring donations directly on our website.

To make a donation, click the Donate button below.

With online giving, it is possible to direct your offering to a specific purpose within the parish such as Sunday Offertory, Flower Collections, etc.

Every donation, no matter how small, makes a difference. Thank you for your continued support of our parish.

-Saturday, May 30th
-7:00 pm
-Saint Mary of Redford Parish

The Rev. Msgr. Dr. Charles Kosanke, Episcopal Vicar for our Central Region, will be hosting a Listening Session for our One in the Spirit Family of Parishes.

Msgr. is looking for our input as a Family in the Central Region.

ALL are invited and encouraged to attend this important session.

As the Archdiocese of Detroit joins the celebration of the National Eucharistic revival, the AOD will host four regional Eucharistic Congress events this Spring and Summer.

The Congress will include dynamic speakers, amazing music, time in prayer, and more.

This event is for all people who want to learn more about Jesus or the Eucharist. Whether you have known Jesus your whole life or haven’t met Him yet, you are welcome to attend.

Our Central Region Eucharistic Congress will take place Saturday June 1st,
9:30 am—3:00 pm. Held at Saint Scholastic Parish in Detroit.

- Archbishop Vigneron with Bishop Arturo Cepeda will celebrate mass
-English Keynote Speaker: Sr. Miriam
-Spanish Keynote Speaker: Bishop Arturo Cepeda
-American Sign Language: Kate Slosar

Additional information can be found at aod.org. Or, call St. Scholastic Parish:
313-531-0140.

We Want Your Father’s Day Stories!

We will be publishing stories about the father’s of St. Mary of Redford on June 16th, 2024 (Father's Day). This can be a funny anecdote, a quote, a touching moment, or a lesson learned. Please consider sharing and honoring your father or father-figure in the Tractor this year. 

Deadline is June 9th.

Send your story to administrtor@saintmaryofredford.chuch.

Save the Date!

2024 SMR All Class Reunion Celebration!
Friday, July 5th—Sunday July 7th

The reunion will be held on the grounds of SMR.

Live Music
DJ
Food Trucks
BBQ
T-Shirts and More!

Friday July 5th: Icebreaker
6pm-10pm: K of C Monaghan Hall

Saturday July 6th: Class Reunion
11am-7pm: SMR Grounds

Sunday July 7th: Holy Mass
11am: SMR Church

Hosted by the Class of ‘82!!

Please contact Charles Crump for details.
248-219-3430.

Saturday August 10, 2024
9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Sacred Heart Major Seminary Detroit
Registration Information coming soon!