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Our Clergy & Staff
Office Hours: Our offices are currently closed to the public; phone messages are monitored, call 734-654-2500.
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Rev. Dr. Michael Woroniewicz (Fr. Mike) is our pastor. He came to Divine Grace after serving as Rector of SS. Cyril and Methodius Seminary in Orchard Lake, Michigan, where he had been an adjunct professor of preaching and liturgy since 2006. Fr. Mike has served as pastor of St. Gabriel Catholic Parish in Ida/Dundee, and is currently the vicar for the Monroe Vicariate. Ordained in 1985, Father Mike has earned a Master of Divinity degree from St. John Provincial Seminary, a Master of Arts degree in Liturgy from the University of Notre Dame, and a Doctor of Ministry in Preaching degree from Aquinas Institute of Theology. Fr. Mike is dedicated to good preaching and liturgy, as the Sunday Eucharist is the summit and source of our life as Catholic Christians.
Rev. Mr. Tracy M. Esper (Deacon Tracy) was ordained a permanent deacon for the Archdiocese of Detroit in October 2017. Prior to his assignment at Divine Grace, he served at St. Michael the Archangel in Monroe. Deacon Tracy has been married to his wife, Crysti, for 19 years, and is a Catholic Spiritual Guide at Milan Federal Prison. He graduated from Monroe Catholic Central, and holds an associates degree in Accounting from Cleary University; a Bachelor degree in Pastoral Theology, Diploma in Pastoral Ministry, and a Diploma in Diaconal Studies from Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit. Please contact Deacon Tracy at deaconesper@gmail.com. |
Join Us!
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THE RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS
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BECOME A PART OF OUR PARISH COMMUNITY
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The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) is a process designed for adults who are interested in learning more about the Catholic faith and/or are thinking about becoming Catholic. We welcome new members year round. The meetings present an overview of Catholic beliefs and provide an opportunity to ask questions and explore your feelings and any concerns you might have. Those wishing to talk about this process, please contact our RCIA Coordinator, Crysti Esper at 734-770-4327 or RCIA@divinegraceparish.com
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Thank you for your interest in becoming a member of Divine Grace Parish! If you are a baptized Catholic who would like to register, we kindly ask that you contact the parish office, 734-654-2500.
If you are not yet a baptized Catholic, or would like more information on fully joining the Catholic Faith, please visit our Becoming Catholic/RCIA page. |
Our Mission
We, with the Guidance of the Holy Trinity, The Blessed Virgin Mary, and the Communion of Saints,
endeavor to spread and live the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and to assist one another through the precepts
of the Catholic Faith in attaining eternal salvation.
endeavor to spread and live the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and to assist one another through the precepts
of the Catholic Faith in attaining eternal salvation.
Receiving the Sacraments
BaptismFamilies wishing to baptize their children at Divine Grace need to connect with the parish office at least one month prior to the desired date. Prior to Baptism, you must participate in a Baptism Preparation Workshop and you must be a registered member of the parish. Families may choose to schedule a Baptism within Mass performed by Fr. Mike, or outside of Mass performed by Deacon Tracy.
EucharistWe offer opportunities to receive communion at all of our Masses. If you or someone you know is homebound* or hospitalized within our parish boundaries and would like to receive Communion, please call our office to make arrangements at 734-654-2500.
* Please understand that the homebound ministry has a protocol due to Covid-19. ConfirmationIf you are Confirmation-seeking adult who is a member of Divine Grace parish, please connect with Crysti Esper (734-770-4327) to discuss your sacramental needs. If you have a child from our parish who needs sacramental preparation of any kind, please contact Tim Bolster, Director of Religious Education at DRE@divinegraceparish.com
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Confession/ReconciliationThe sacrament is offered on Saturday from 3:00-3:30 pm in Carleton, or by appointment at either parish site. Appointments may be scheduled through the parish office.
MarriageWe take weddings, marriage preparation, and marriage support very seriously and joyfully at Divine Grace. Either the bride or groom must be a registered member at Divine Grace for at least six months prior to meeting with Fr. Mike or Deacon Tracy regarding marriage. Please contact the parish office for more information.
Holy OrdersAnyone interested in pursuing a religious vocation is welcome to have some conversations with Fr. Mike, Deacon Tracy, or staff. Simply call the parish office to speak to someone about making an appointment.
AnointingArrangements may be made for Fr. Mike to visit hospital or home to provide the sacrament. Contact the office at 734-654-2500 to arrange a visit.
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Parish Life
PARISH MINISTRIES
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LITURGICAL MINISTRIES
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Sacristans
Altar Servers Music Ministry Lectors Ushers Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist |
Please note: Our ministries are limited for the safety of our parishioners and those whom we visit during COVID-19.
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Contact Us
Carleton
Church of St. Patrick 2996 W Labo Rd. Carleton, MI 48117 Maybee Church of St. Joseph 9207 Joseph St. Maybee, MI 48159 Stay Connected
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