Lent is a call not just to "give up something" but more important to "give something for the poor." Wherever you live in the parish, there are poor families within walking distance of your home. When in need, they ring the rectory bell. They are, in effect, ringing your doorbell.

This month, through your gifts, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul was able to assist approximately 80 families, providing help with utility bills, rent, filling out application grants to help with large utility bills or obtaining Michigan's ID's or Birth Certificates.

God Bless you for your help in making this possible. SVdP meets the first and third Monday of the month at 7:00 pm in the Rose Center. For more information, call us at 982-3478.