PARISH MINISTRIES
Ignatian Spirituality
For some years now, our parish has been receiving the benefits of the spirituality of St. Ignatius Loyola, founder of the Society of Jesus. Through parish programs and activities, inspiring homilies and prayerful guidance, the people of St. Michael’s have been instilled with the Ignatian attitudes of seeing God in all things and doing all for the greater glory of God.
The Spiritual Exercises in Daily Life
The Spiritual Exercises, modified for people in the modern world, is given over an eight-month period under the guidance of a spiritual director. It is offered individually or in group settings. For many, the graces received during this retreat can last a lifetime. For further information contact Fr. Ben Fiore SJ (716-854-6726) go to this link < http://www.ignatianexercises.org >.
Parish Intention Book
A book is in place in front of the Sacred Heart Altar. All are invited to write their prayer intentions in this book which will be placed on the main altar during our Sunday Masses as a reminder to all of us to remember in our prayer the needs and intentions of each of us.
Chaplain's Wings
An on-going collection of items to be sent to chaplains for distribution to military serving in Afghanistan and Iraq. Lists of useful items for the soldiers can be found at the doors of the church.
Calix
Calix is a gathering of individuals who want to improve their spiritual program because they are afflicted or affected by the disease of alcoholism. Calix is for people who are putting together a spiritual program which uses the 12 Step approach. A journey which brings Step 11 into a deeper & fuller meaning. The Buffalo Unit of the Calix Society meets the last Sunday of the month at 3:00pm in the basement meeting room of St. Michael Church Rectory, 651 Washington Street, Buffalo. For more info, contact Rev. Martin Moleski SJ (716-888-2383). Website is <http://www.calixsociety.org>.
Scripture Study Group
An on-going series, starting in the Fall and going through the Spring. Offered by Fr Ben Fiore SJ, this year it will focus on the Gospel of John starting this fall. Day and time to be announced according to availability of the participants.
Lecture Series
A sometime series on topics of general interest. Usually during Advent & Lent. Usually held on Sundays, at 11:00am between the 10:00am and 12:00noon Masses, in the Parish Hall. Offered by the Jesuit staff and visiting speakers.
Book Club
Multicultural fiction book club: one book in the fall and one in the spring. Meet to discuss over a potluck dinner with dishes drawn from the culture of the novel. Time and day of potluck dinner discussion to be determined by participants.
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