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FUNERAL

CATHERINE SLUSARZ

Sadly we announce the passing of 

Catherine Slusarz. 

Mrs. Slusarz died on June 5 at the age 

of 75.

Her Funeral Mass will be offered here in the parish church on Wednesday,

Instate at 9:30am

Mass at 10am

As we look to the future of Our Lady of the Scapular Parish, it is important to first acknowledge with gratitude the dedicated pastoral ministry and service of Fr. Mark Borkowski. One of his long-held wishes was to see the parish debt fully paid before his departure. We are immensely grateful that, through his leadership and your generous support, this goal has been achieved during his time with us. Please remember him in your prayers as he begins this next chapter.

After careful consideration of church capacity and parish attendance, coupled with the rapid decrease in priest availability and the anticipated restructuring of the Archdiocese, a primarily data-driven decision has become necessary regarding the liturgical schedule.

Since Sunday is the Lord’s Day and a Holy Day of Obligation, the celebration of Mass on this day remains our highest priority. Therefore, beginning next week and for the foreseeable future, we will celebrate one Sunday Mass only, scheduled for 10:00 AM.

Following discussions with our musician, it is hoped that this Sunday Mass will be bilingual, incorporating readings, prayers, and music that reflect both our Polish and English-speaking communities.

Our church has the capacity to accommodate approximately twice the combined attendance of our present weekend Masses. With this change, I invite all parishioners to unite together at one Sunday Mass and to continue supporting this beautiful church and its important presence within the Wyandotte community.

I truly believe that, once the restructuring process is complete, this church will be in a stronger position to remain open for many generations to come. Future generations will continue to enjoy this magnificent facility and the rich Polish cultural heritage that has long been a treasured part of Wyandotte.

As you are aware, since May 1st all weekday Masses have been celebrated at St. Vincent Pallotti Parish. Our Lady of the Scapular Church will remain open and active, continuing to serve the faithful as a place for daily private prayer, funerals, weddings, anointings, and the 10:00 AM Sunday Mass.

The parish office at Our Lady of the Scapular will remain open, as will the office at St. Vincent Pallotti. Parishioners are encouraged to direct office-related questions to the appropriate location, though both offices will continue to be at your service.

Please know that we are doing our best to serve you and fully realize that this is a challenging time. While these changes will no doubt disrupt familiar routines and comforts, the good news is that you continue to have places for worship, access to the sacraments, and the ministry of your priests. I appreciate your understanding, cooperation, and especially your prayers.

In the hope of the Risen Christ, through the intercession of our Blessed Mother,

Fr Brendan McCarrick SAC

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