The first light of Easter

dawn had begun to creep

over the horizon. The stead-

fast women from Friday’s

gory events are returning

again to the body of their

Lord. “Who will roll back the stone for us from the entrance to the tomb?” How quickly

we return to mundane con-

cerns and how thoroughly

God wants to surprise us!

Imagine the utter shock upon

seeing the stone rolled away,

the tomb empty, and a

stranger clothed in light pro-

claiming the impossible.

“You seek Jesus of Nazareth, the crucified. He has been raised; he is not here.” He is

risen indeed and the world

will never be the same.

We know from other Gos-

pel passages that Mary Mag-

dalene made haste to the disciples to proclaim the Good News. We

know that Peter and John rushed to the tomb to see for themselves.

We know that the wonder and awe of the Resurrection permeated

the lives of the apostles until their own dying day.

Can we comprehend the utterly world-changing nature of this

surprise? The historical reanimation of a dead man is of no real

value to us. But we know that Easter Sunday is so much more. By the

Resurrection of Jesus, life has triumphed over death for us all. The

gates of heaven are opened and the treasury of graces is poured out

upon the here and now. This Resurrection Day, let us draw near,

amazed yet unafraid, to the risen Christ. Let us recall the words of

Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, “Jesus is not a character from the past. He lives, and he walks before us as one who is alive, he calls us to fol-low him, the living one, and in this way to discover for ourselves the path of life” (Easter Vigil, April 15, 2006).

WEEKLY READINGS

Sunday, April 1

Easter Sunday

Acts 10:34a, 37-43

Col 3:1-4 or 1 Cor 5:6b-8

Jn 20:1-9 or Mk 16:1-7 or Lk 24:13

Monday, April 2

Acts 2:36-41

Jn 20:11-18

Tuesday, April 3

Acts 2:36-41

Jn 20:11-18

Wednesday, April 4

Acts 3:1-10

Lk 24:13-35

Thursday, April 5

Acts 3:11-26

Lk 24:35-48

Friday, April 6

Acts 4:1-12

Jn 21:1-14

Saturday, April 7

Acts 4:13-21

Mk 16:9-15

Sunday, April 8

Sunday of Divine Mercy

Acts 4:32-35

1 Jn 5:1-6

Jn 20:19-31

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Presentation Our Lady Of Victory ParishPresentation Our Lady Of Victory ParishPresentation Our Lady Of Victory Parish

Detroit, MichiganDetroit, MichiganDetroit, Michigan

Presentation Our Lady of Victory Church is an urban parish that strives to proclaim the Good News of Christ

and the beliefs of the Roman Catholic faith, focuses on increasing our love for God through worship; serves as

stewards in the community and continues the ministry of Jesus Christ through prayer and evangelization.

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ST. VINCENT DEPAUL

SVDP Detroit has been awarded $2,410,000 for the 2017-2018 fiscal year to help with electricity and heating bills. Ap-plications are now being accepted for the Michigan Energy

Assistance Program (MEAP). The requirements for applicants are as follows.

1. An applicant cannot be on the Low Income Self-

Sufficiency Plan (LSP).

2. Applicant must meet the 2018 Federal Poverty Guidelines.

3. A current past due bill or shut of notice is required. Bring

copy of the DTE bill. The bill should be in the applicant's name.

4. Not accepting applications for energy bills that are in col-

lection or have illegal usage.

5. Applicant must be 18 years of age or older.

6. Applicant must show current Michigan state ID or driver

license.

7. Applicant must bring their social security card and the

social security numbers for all members living in their house-hold.

8. Applicant must bring proof of income for all members liv-

ing in their household. Example of proof of income can be pay stubs, award letters for state or federal government benefits, statements for pension and investment funds, child support, etc. Self-employed individuals must bring their tax statements.

NEXT WEEK’S MINISTERS April 8, 2018

Lector Pam Heard

Altar Servers

Devin Busby Isaac Propson Rhea Sanders

Ministers of Holy Communion

Belinda Danzy Marsha Price

Ushers Rita Dick

Deborah Shelly

Counters - Monday, April 9 Anthony Timbers

Coffee & Donuts St. Vincent dePaul

NEXT WEEK’S MASS INTENTION

Sunday, April 8, 2018

In Memory of

Daniel MaxwellDaniel MaxwellDaniel Maxwell

Requested by Deacon Sanders

THIS WEEK’S SCHEDULE

All regular scheduled events will not take place this

week. Everything will resume the week of April 9th

Friday, April 6 Just For Christ 7:00 pm

Saturday, April 7 Sacramental Preparation 10:30 am

Religious Education 12:00 pm

Sunday, April 8 Sacramental Preparation 10:00 am

Prayer Gathering 10:45 am

Celebration of Mass 11:30 am

On behalf of Fr. Burr and Deacon Sanders, We wish you and your family

a very Blessed and Holy Easter Season!

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WE WELCOME YOU

Are you looking for a new place to worship on Sunday? Would you like to know more about us?

Do you want to become a member, or need contribution envelopes?

Whatever your needs, we are here to assist you. Please complete the attached form and drop in the collection

basket, mail it to the Parish Office, or call 313.255.9000.

Everyone is encouraged to visit the newly developed Trinity Vicariate web site:

www.trinityvicariate.org

CANONIZATION PRAYER

O God, I adore You. I give myself to You. May I be the person You want me to be,

and May Your will be done in my life today.

I thank You for the gifts You gave Father Solanus.

If it is Your Will, bless us with the Canonization of

Father Solanus so that others may imitate and carry on his love for all the poor

and suffering of our world.

As he joyfully accepted Your divine plans, I ask You, according to Your Will,

to hear my prayer for… (your intention)

through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

“Blessed be God in all His Designs.”

Please Pray for our family & friends

AT HOME Cynthia Carter, Theora Carter, Hector Dalley,

Sarah & Thomas Diggs, Ruth Donaldson, Beverly Heath, Gwendolyn Hendricks,

Emily McGhee, Doris Robinson, Deacon Sanders, Helen Smith, Dorothy Squalls,

June Sutton, Janice Wilson

OTHER Maeola Blackmon,Wesley Duggan,

Mary Elizabeth Robinson, Odis Solomon

Please help us keep our information updated by

calling the Parish Office at 313.255.9000.

SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION Saturday, April 7 & 21 @ 10:30 am Sunday, April 8 & 22 @ 10am

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Saturday, April 7 & 21 @ 12pm

YOUTH SUNDAY April 15th & May 20th

Youth Servers, Lector, Cantor/Choir

See Mrs. Sanders for more information

WEEKLY COLLECTION

The weekend of March 25, 2018

we received a total of $1,229.00 Thank you for your continued support!!!

I would like more information about POLOV

Name_____________________________________

Phone_____________________________________

Please contact me about (check all that apply)

Membership______ Envelopes_______ Other______

Sunday, May 20th

@ 3:00 pm

Mark your calendars for this story to

be presented by the youth of

Presentation Our Lady of Victory!!!

More information to come!

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PRESENTATION OUR LADY OF VICTORY PARISH Reverend Stephen Burr, Pastor

Reverend Mr. Hubert Sanders, Pastoral Administrator

PARISH OFFICE Ms. Jeanine Murphy, Business Manager

Telephone: 313.255.9000 / jmurphy@presentationourladyofvictory.org OFFICE HOURS: Monday & Tuesday 10am - 4pm, Wednesday - Closed, Thursday 10am - 4pm, Friday 12pm - 6pm

EMERGENCY CONTACT: 586.596.2089 or 313.330.1332

OFFICE LOCATION AND NEW MAILING ADDRESS 17305 Ashton Avenue † Detroit MI 48219 (located on North East side of Convent)

CHURCH/CHAPEL LOCATION: 8201 W. Outer Drive Parish Website: www.presentationourladyofvictory.org

COORDINATOR CONTACTS Sacristan: Ms. Mary Maurant

Music Minister: Mr. Brown W. Leonard

Religious Education: Mrs. Jeanine Gaskin

Adult Formation: Mr. Hubert Sanders Jr. Minister of Service: Mrs. Gail Bond, Mr. Michael Heard, Mr. Bob Thomas

Ushers Ministry: Mr. Anthony Timbers

Worship: Ms. Pamela Heard

St. Vincent de Paul Society: Ms. Monika Uriel

50 & Over Group: Mrs. Wesley Duggan

Knights of Peter Claver Ladies Auxiliary, Court #189: Mrs. Jerree Martin

PARISH COUNCIL Gail Bond, Chairperson ~ Robert Thomas, Secretary

Stacey Dick, Jesse Goodwin. Belinda Danzy, Thomas Diggs, Monika Uriel

FINANCE COUNCIL Jonathan Sanders, Chairperson, Thomas Diggs, Anthony Timbers, Michael Vincent

ORGANIZATIONS Ushers, Adult Choir, Men of Victory, 50 & Over Club, F.I.T.T. Ministry,

Youth Ministry, St. Vincent DePaul, Junior Daughters, Knights & Ladies of Peter Claver

SACRAMENTS Reconciliation: One half hour before Sunday Mass or by appointment

Baptism: Please contact the Parish Office Marriage: Weddings must be arranged at least six months in advance

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