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# St. Irenaeus Catholic Church

Welcome to our Father's House

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## Posts

- [Blog](https://stirenaeus.org/blog/)
- [Fall Flower Sale](https://stirenaeus.org/fall-flower-sale/) - or Download the Printable Order Form
- [Safety Team](https://stirenaeus.org/safety-team/) - Be the extra 'eyes and ears' that keeps our worship environment safe and uninterrupted. Sign up for days that best fit your schedule. No experience is required. If you don’t want to miss sitting with your friends and family, consider volunteering at one Mass and worshipping at another time during the weekend. All new members
- [Service Opportunity (8/11+)](https://stirenaeus.org/service-opportunity/) - Lunch-time Service Opportunity Starting June 23rd (changed from June 9) Grace Centers of Hope (GCH) is one of the largest faith-based, long-term life skills programs for those afflicted by homelessness, chemical dependency, and abuse in southeast Michigan. Our parish is going to be serving lunch at the Women and Children's Center in Pontiac beginning June 23rd.
- [Renew your Certificate](https://stirenaeus.org/renew-your-certificate/) - Have you seen an email from Virtus.org in your inbox? If so, it’s that time again to renew your certificate for Protecting All God’s Children. It’s easy, you can take this short 30-minute refresher online and be back in the saddle. If you forgot your User ID or password, contact Melanie Avila at mavila@stirenaeus.org
- [Meals for Mom](https://stirenaeus.org/meals-for-mom/) - Mom is pregnant with triplets, and up at night with her less-than-a-year old baby. She is tired! If you can help with meals, please prepare appropriate portions and healthy meal choices that a mom and her 3 and 4 year old will enjoy. Sign up at signupgenius.com/go/10C0B49A9A628A7F58-62887485-meals
- [Archdiocesan Restructuring (6/5)](https://stirenaeus.org/archdiocesan-restructuring-2026/) - All of the parish listening sessions for our planning area (10) have now been completed. Please visit https://restructuring.aod.org/planning-area-10 to access the material that was shared at your parish listening sessions. Whether or not you attended the listening sessions, you may fill out the anonymous online survey. You can provide feedback on the different models being proposed, including what
- [St. Monica Prayer Group](https://stirenaeus.org/st-monica-prayer-group/) - Do you have an adult child or a loved one who has fallen away from the faith? Do you pray for their return to church? Would you like to join together with others who pray for their loved ones to return to church? Join our St. Monica Club! Using St. Monica as our holy role
- [19th Annual Golf Outing (8/14)](https://stirenaeus.org/19th-annual-golf-outing/)
- [Faith Formation 2026-27](https://stirenaeus.org/faith-formation-2026-27/) - Register online at stirenaeus.co —
- [Called & Gifted](https://stirenaeus.org/called-gifted/) - Discern the charisms given personally to you! Stop by and chat with Called and Gifted leaders after Mass to learn about the upcoming five-week workshop starting at the end of May. Learn more here —
- [Lenten Alms Partner](https://stirenaeus.org/lenten-alms-partner/) - In addition to fighting hunger with free meals at all of their programs, The PCKC distributes groceries and care packages during summer and holiday outreaches. PCKC trains future leaders year-round — with their Leadership Academy, mentorship, internships, and higher learning scholarships. Week 3 Video Week 3 Highlight: Power in the Park Every summer, PCKC sets
- [Moms' Group](https://stirenaeus.org/moms-group/) - Calling all Moms! Our FoP has formed a new moms’ group! We meet weekly for story time with the kids on Fridays at 9:30am at St Andrew Catholic Church. Monthly, we enjoy a Mom’s Night Out as well as Family Dinner Night. The group is centered on our faith, values and the joy of motherhood.
- [Rosario en Español](https://stirenaeus.org/rosario-en-espanol/) - Meeting every other Tuesday. All are welcome to join! For more information, contact Zelim Alvarez at zelim.alvarez@gmail.com (in English or Spanish).
- [Join a choir!](https://stirenaeus.org/join-a-choir/) - Maybe singing isn’t your thing, but are you an instrumentalist? Play piano or synth, guitar, drums, or can ring a bell comfortably in public? We have a place for you too! We hope to also start a handbells choir and a contemporary group. Contact Cat or Michelle directly for more information.
- [Livestreaming Ministry](https://stirenaeus.org/livestreaming-ministry/) - Work with our Digital Media team to broadcast Mass live to YouTube and provide a quality worship experience to those unable to attend. Role includes managing pre-set camera views according to liturgical flow while seated in a private office. A paid stipend is being offered. Contact Amy Wood for more information —
- [2026 Book Club](https://stirenaeus.org/2026-book-club/) - Join our book club! Find details on the Parish Book Club webpage, stirenaeus.org/parish-book-club
- [Parish Book Club](https://stirenaeus.org/parish-book-club/) - Meet fellow parishioners and discuss books (both fiction and non-fiction) through the lens of our Catholic faith. We meet on the second Thursday of every month from 7:00 to 8:30pm in classroom 11. Pop in for one or two discussions a year on a book you’re interested in or come every month - no reservations
- [Drivers Needed](https://stirenaeus.org/drivers-needed/) - We’re looking for volunteers to pick-up day-old bread from two Panera locations in Rochester. We deliver to OPC for Meals on Wheels during the week; Saturday pick-ups go to St. Pat’s Senior Center downtown Detroit; and Sunday to Neighborhood House Food Pantry. If you are interested in helping once a week or even once every
- [Be a Good Samaritan](https://stirenaeus.org/be-a-good-samaritan/) - Big-hearted volunteers are needed to build our Good Samaritan Ministry! This is a very flexible ministry, based on individual volunteer comfort level and available time, that ministers to St. Irenaeus parishioners who are temporarily or long-term homebound due to illness, surgery, or age. Sign up to send a card, call, visit, drop off a meal,
- [Funeral Luncheon Ministry](https://stirenaeus.org/funeral-luncheon-ministry/) - Our Funeral Luncheon Ministry is looking for additional volunteers! There is a place for everyone to share their talents. Contact Colleen Steyer or call the Parish Office (248-651-9595) if interested.
- [Join the Choir!](https://stirenaeus.org/join-the-choir/) - If you've thought about singing with us, there's no better time to check us out! We're holding an open rehearsal Wednesday, Jan. 8th at 6:30pm in the church. We'll casually sing songs and have some fellowship and merriment with one another! Hope to see you there!
- [Serve as EM](https://stirenaeus.org/serve-as-em/) - If interested, email Pat Barkey at pbarkey@stirenaeus.org
- [Parish Mission Videos](https://stirenaeus.org/parish-mission-series/) - God is in the business of transforming the ordinary into the sacred.That includes us! We understand that while we are sinful and weak, we also know what and Who we are made for—to love and live like Jesus. Our goal is to follow Jesus so closely, that we are covered in the dust from his
- [Human Trafficking Awareness Month](https://stirenaeus.org/human-trafficking-awareness-month/) - January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. Help us pray, learn, act, and advocate to fight against it —
- [National Eucharistic Revival — An Exciting Journey Ahead!](https://stirenaeus.org/national-eucharistic-revival/) - I am the living bread that came down from heaven; whoever eats this bread will live forever; and the bread that I will give is my flesh for the life of the world. john 6:51 WHY NOW? Our world is hurting. We all need healing, yet many of us are separated from the very source
- [Drivin' Donuts!](https://stirenaeus.org/drivin-donuts/) - We are looking for drivers to pick up boxes of food from Knapp's Donut Shop and Gordon Food Service to deliver to Baldwin Center.

## Pages

- [Home June 2026](https://stirenaeus.org/) - You are welcome wanted accepted embraced loved here. You are welcome here. You are welcome here. CSA 2026 Your Faith. Your Heart. His Mission. Learn More — Join us for Mass We are a dynamic spiritual community growing in faith through worship, learning, and service. Saturday — 5pmSunday —9:45am & 11:30amJoin us for Mass online,
- [Service & Outreach Ministries](https://stirenaeus.org/serve/service-outreach-ministries/) - The Evangelical Charity Commission creates and promotes programs which strive to address human needs and achieve justice.
- [CSA 2026](https://stirenaeus.org/csa-2026/) - "For where your treasure is, there also will your heart be." These words remind us that our mission flows from what we love most. When our hearts are rooted in Christ, His mission becomes our own. The Catholic Services Appeal is an expression of this shared mission, sustaining ministries that form clergy, strengthen families, serve
- [2026 Fall Flower Sale](https://stirenaeus.org/2026-fall-flower-sale/) - Download the Flower Sale Order Form 2026-7-28 St.I - Fall Flower Sale Order form_V.2Download
- [Cart](https://stirenaeus.org/cart-old-bigcommerce/) - Continue Shopping — ** Shipping is only available within the cities of Rochester, Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills, MI. If you are outside of these cities, we will not be able to deliver flowers to you. ** [bigcommerce_cart] ** Shipping is only available within the cities of Rochester, Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills, MI. If
- [Senior Fellowship](https://stirenaeus.org/senior-fellowship/) - We promote fellowship and spirituality among parishioners 55 years and over through social activities, outreach projects, and a sharing of common interests. We gather for dinner and entertainment in the parish hall September, November, January, March, and May; on the off-months we gather for lunch (Lunch Bunch) and cards/games. Other months we plan meals at outside
- [Shop](https://stirenaeus.org/shop/)
- [Youth Group](https://stirenaeus.org/youth-group/) - Every Wednesday from 6:30-8:30pm Open to all high school teens...We come together every week to share our faith and foster a relationship with Christ and our peers. Our youth minister and adult leaders help our teens to trust, hope, rely and depend on God our Father in everything. We do this through our weekly meetings, activities
- [Staff](https://stirenaeus.org/staff-directory/) - Kathy KarbowskiParish Administrative Assistant248-651-9595 x 110kkarbowski@stirenaeus.org Cindy MonaghanChristian Service Coordinator248-656-8720 x 102cmonaghan@stirenaeus.org Ken SiglerPastoral Associate / Worship Coordinator248-651-9595 x 113ksigler@stirenaeus.org Kathy FreerFaith Formation Director248-651-2443 x 117kfreer@stirenaeus.org Melanie AvilaYouth Ministry DirectorConfirmation Coordinator248-651-2443 x 119melanieavila@yahoo.com Amy WoodEngagement Coordinator248-651-9595awood@stirenaeus.org Cat DacpanoMusic Ministry Director248-651-9595 x 103 cdacpano@stirenaeus.org Michele MorrowChildren and Youth Choir Director248-229-6114morrowmom@att.net Diana GodfrydBusiness Manager248-651-9595 x 109dgodfryd@stirenaeus.org Jennifer
- [Pictorial Directory](https://stirenaeus.org/smile60/) - Celebrating 60 years of faith, family and fellowship — one smile at a time. Professional photography is free, and every family receives a complimentary 8x10 photo and church directory. How to Schedule Online 1. Access the Universal Church Directories website scheduler at https://schedule.ucdir.com 2. Enter our church code and password and click the “Log In”
- [59 Years of Faith](https://stirenaeus.org/our-history/) - Five pastors have served St. Irenaeus during the last fifty-nine years. We are thankful to each for answering the call to shepherd our parish, for the gifts they shared and for their labors that continue to bear fruit today. Monsignor Raymond Kuzava 1967-1992 Our founding pastor was appointed by Archbishop Dearden and served 25 years
- [Funeral Liturgy](https://stirenaeus.org/funeral-liturgy/) - It is our privilege to work with your family as you plan the Mass of Christian Burial for your loved one. After you have met with the funeral home and set a date for the Mass, our pastoral staff can meet with you at your convenience to discuss your selection of readings, prayers, music and
- [Home](https://stirenaeus.org/home-2025/) - We are a dynamic Catholic spiritual community growing in faith through worship, learning, and service. Our address is 771 Old Perch Rd in Rochester Hills, MI.
- [Worship with Us](https://stirenaeus.org/worship/) - Participate in meaningful worship at St. Irenaeus! Our Pastor brings the real presence of Jesus Christ alive each Mass in the readings and the Eucharist.
- [Faith for Children](https://stirenaeus.org/faith-formation/children/) - Kindergarten – Grade 9 As a people of St. Irenaeus, we are called to continue the mission of Jesus and to spread the Good News of God’s love. We do this by teaching God’s Word, worshiping, celebrating the sacraments, and serving the people in the community. The role of our Faith Formation staff and catechists
- [St. Vincent de Paul](https://stirenaeus.org/st-vincent-de-paul/) - Inspired by the Catholic tradition of service, the St. Vincent de Paul Conference at St. Irenaeus provides temporary relief to local neighbors in need.
- [Mental Health](https://stirenaeus.org/mental-health/) - Presented by Our Mission: The RAC FoP Mental Health Ministry responds to mental health needs by providing spiritual support, awareness, education, and resources. May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Click below to read more: Top Ten Actions to Support Mental Health Quick Actions to Boost Mental Health Eight Actions to Improve Mental Health Programs &
- [Lent 2026](https://stirenaeus.org/lent-2026/) - Lent calls us away from the noise of the world and into a season of restoration. Through prayer, fasting and charity, we open ourselves to the grace that only the Lord can provide. Together, we lift our voices with the psalmist, asking for the mercy that renews all things. Join our community as we
- [Serve](https://stirenaeus.org/serve/) - Be the hands and feet of Christ! We offer a wide variety of service and outreach projects at parish and community-levels throughout the year. Join in! Service & Outreach Ministries FoP Initiatives Resources Share your Time and Talent Office of Christian Service By our baptism, we are called by Christ to serve our brothers and
- [Sunday Homilies](https://stirenaeus.org/sunday-homilies/)
- [FOP Catholic Widowed Club of Rochester](https://stirenaeus.org/fop-catholic-widowed-club-of-rochester/) - Join our planning meetings: Every 2nd Tuesday at 10:00amin the St. Irenaeus Faith Formation building--Room 5. The Catholic Widowed Club of Rochester plans a variety of outings each month! Get new additions and regular updates sent right to your inbox! Please contact John Paille to be added to our Widowed Club email communications: rochesterjmp@gmail.com. How we
- [Hospitality Outreach & Social Team](https://stirenaeus.org/host/) - What is HOST? The St. Irenaeus Hospitality Outreach & Social Team is also referred to as HOST. Our mission is to nurture and build Radical Hospitality and provide meaningful Shallow Entry Points through social and charitable events for members of our parish and community to draw them closer to Jesus. Past Events Children's parties (Halloween, St. Nick, Spring) Latin Night: Dinner
- [Giving Options](https://stirenaeus.org/giving-options/) - Qualified Charitable Distributions — A qualified charitable distribution (QCD) is a distribution from your individual retirement account (IRA) to a qualified charity. These transfers offer those eligible a great way to give to charities during the year. For those who are required to take minimum distributions (RMDs), a QCD will count toward fulfilling the RMD.
- [CSA 2025](https://stirenaeus.org/csa-2025/) - Christ’s call to “feed my sheep” (John 21:15–17) isn’t just a message for the Apostles; it’s a call to each of us to show love, care, and compassion for others. Your generous support of the Catholic Services Appeal helps support more than 100 essential programs that bring Christ’s love to those in need, offering hope,
- [Emmanuel – God is with us!](https://stirenaeus.org/advent-2025/) - With joyful hearts, we celebrate the glorious feast of the Nativity, the day our waiting ends and our deepest hope is realized. The birth of the Prince of Peace is God’s divine answer to the darkness and discord of our world. Christmas is our annual reminder that light has irrevocably entered our history, a light that
- [Archdiocesan Restructuring](https://stirenaeus.org/archdiocesan-restructuring/) - A Message from Archbishop Edward J. Weisenburger Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Since arriving in Detroit this past March, I have had the great joy of meeting many of you at parish celebrations, diocesan gatherings, Mass, and other liturgies. In every encounter, I have seen something truly beautiful. I have witnessed your deep love
- [Stewardship](https://stirenaeus.org/stewardship/) - As responsible stewards of God’s gifts, our parish partners with other organizations through prayer, participation, and generosity to help further God’s kingdom on earth, work for social justice, protect life, and meet the needs of His children. We are working toward a tithe, and in the past year we have sown financial seeds in support
- [Middle School Ministry](https://stirenaeus.org/faith-formation/middle-school-ministry/) - Our 6th and 7th grade Faith Formation is a unique and dynamic program where teens gather together in prayer and learn about the love of Christ through both large and small group experiences. Small group leaders facilitate discussion which lead the students into faith building exercises. Middle School Ministry nurtures the spiritual life of our
- [Helpful Links](https://stirenaeus.org/helpful-links/) - Calendar Bulletin 2026 Fall Flower Sale 59 Years of Faith Advent Archdiocesan Restructuring Become Catholic – OCIA Blog Bread for the World Cart Cart Checkout Checkout Complete Contact Us COVID-19 Updates Creation Care CSA 2025 CSA 2026 Email Sign Up Emmanuel – God is with us! End Human Trafficking Faith Formation Class Schedule Faith for
- [Class Schedule](https://stirenaeus.org/faith-formation/class-schedule/) - Grades K-7 Class Schedule 2025-26 — Phase I and II Meeting Schedule 2025-26: 3 Session Times Sunday 9:30 - 11:30amSunday 12:30 - 2:30pmTuesday 6:15 - 8:15pm Session Dates Week 1 - Sunday, September 7 or Tuesday, September 9Week 2 – Sunday, September 14 or Tuesday, September 16Week 3 – Sunday, September 21 or Tuesday, September
- [Music Ministry](https://stirenaeus.org/music-ministry/) - Parish Choir Our St. Irenaeus Choir is open to singers of high school age and older. Rehearsals are Wednesday evenings from 6:30pm to 8:30pm in the church. The choir sings at the 9:45am mass every Sunday as well as all major liturgies in the parish. No audition is necessary! ALL ARE WELCOME TO JOIN!!! Registration
- [Sacraments](https://stirenaeus.org/sacraments/) - Seek God’s grace through the sacraments of initiation, healing, and mission. St. Irenaeus parish joyfully walks with you as you encounter Christ in the seven sacraments: Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation, Reconciliation, Marriage, Anointing of the Sick and Holy Orders. All of the sacraments were instituted by Christ Himself, and each is an outward sign of an
- [Become Catholic - OCIA](https://stirenaeus.org/ocia-becoming-catholic/) - The OCIA is a journey of faith for those who are searching about what the Church teaches and believes. It is not a class but rather a process of conversion.
- [Holy Week 2025](https://stirenaeus.org/holy-week-2025/)
- [How to Change Online Giving Payment Method](https://stirenaeus.org/how-to-change-online-giving-payment-method/) - Why can’t a donor edit a payment method? Online Giving does not store credit card information for security reasons. However, a donor can edit an expiration date.If a donor needs to edit the credit card number or bank account number(s), they should follow these steps: 1. Add the new payment method2. Update the gift(s) to the new
- [Prayer Groups](https://stirenaeus.org/prayer-groups/) - Intercessory Prayer Group Intercessory prayer is the powerful act of praying for another. An intercessor is one who takes up a “burden” that goes beyond his or her own needs and intentions by praying for the needs of others. It is God’s desire that every believer be active in intercessory prayer. What a wonderful privilege
- [Creation Care](https://stirenaeus.org/creation-care/) - Lent — A Time for Change During Lent we are called to a true inner conversion of heart as we seek to follow Christ's will more faithfully. One area where the world could benefit from personal conversion is what St. Pope John Paul II called an “ecological conversion”… “whereby the effects of their encounter with
- [Special Needs Ministry](https://stirenaeus.org/special-needs-ministry/) - A ministry for people with special needs On the second Saturday of the month from 1:30–3:00pm, we meet in the St. Irenaeus Parish Hall, and invite friends and family members with special needs to gather for prayer, snack, crafts, and activities—often acting out stories in Scripture according to the liturgical calendar. We have an off-site
- [Walking with Moms in Need](https://stirenaeus.org/walking-with-moms-in-need/) - The Walking with Moms in Need efforts throughout southeast Michigan is a joint venture partnership between the Archdiocese of Detroit (AOD) and Catholic Charities of southeast Michigan. As the charitable arm for the corporal works of mercy throughout the AOD, Catholic Charities of southeast Michigan is honored and excited to help develop this project for
- [End Human Trafficking](https://stirenaeus.org/traffic/) - Help us pray, learn, act, and advocate to fight against the evil of human trafficking. Human trafficking is a form of modern-day slavery. This crime occurs when a trafficker uses force, fraud, or coercion to control another person for the purpose of engaging in commercial sex acts or soliciting labor or services against his/her will.
- [Family of Parishes](https://stirenaeus.org/family-of-parishes/) - Our family of parishes works together and shares resources and talents to further advance our shared mission. St. Irenaeus, St. Andrew, St. Mary of the Hills.
- [Sacramental Preparation](https://stirenaeus.org/faith-formation/sacramental-preparation/) - First Communion Preparation Preparation for the Sacrament of First Communion begins in 2nd grade. The students are prepared in the classroom as part of their curriculum. This preparation begins in January and continues through April. Catholic School students who need to make this sacrament, please register online for the sacrament and the book fee. If
- [Resources](https://stirenaeus.org/serve/resources/) - Act against Human Trafficking Catholic Social Teaching Laudato Si' - Care for Creation Marriage Resources Mental Health, Substance Use & Counseling Resources Senior Transportation Options Social Services Walking with Moms in Need Widowed Club of Rochester
- [Panel on Human Trafficking 4/10](https://stirenaeus.org/panel-on-human-trafficking/) - Panel Discussion on Human Trafficking—April 10th Please join us for a panel discussion presented by our Family of Parishes on April 10th at 7:00pm in the St. Andrew’s Gathering Space. No RSVP is necessary. Panelists include: Tracey Cooley, Executive Director, Sparrow Freedom Project Chrissy Hemphill, Human Trafficking Survivor Mellisa Novock, FBI Victim Specialist, Human Trafficking
- [Advent](https://stirenaeus.org/advent-2023/) - Join us as we prepare our hearts and homes for the birth of Christ! See our Advent events here.
- [Marriage Resources](https://stirenaeus.org/marriage-resources/) - Marriage Enrichment — Marriage Coaching — Catholic Counseling Resources for Marriages — Retrouvaille — Marriage Enrichment The St. John Paul II Foundation and the Archdiocese of Detroit present Together in Holiness: a comprehensive marriage enrichment initiative that inspires spouses to grow together in holiness and empowers and equips parents to form their children in the Catholic faith. Together in Holiness includes:
- [Livestreamed Mass](https://stirenaeus.org/live/) - Celebrate with us online! For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” Matthew 18:19-20
- [Reigniting the Mission](https://stirenaeus.org/reigniting-our-mission/) - Hear what fellow parishioners have to say about our parish family! A Message from Fr. Gerry Dear Parishioners of St. Irenaeus, I invite you to join our parish community by responding to the “Reigniting Our Mission” program. Please review the contents of this brochure and prayerfully consider how you and your family can play an active role
- [Checkout Complete](https://stirenaeus.org/checkout-complete-2/) - Thanks for your order! We've received your order and will begin processing it right away. For your records, an email confirmation has been sent. It contains details of the items you purchased and also a tracking number (if applicable).
- [This Week on FORMED](https://stirenaeus.org/this-week-on-formed/)
- [Parish Registration Form](https://stirenaeus.org/parish-registration-form_2/) - Please compete this form and return it to the Parish Office Options:Print the form. Fill out and mail or hand deliver to the Parish Office | 711 Old Perch Rd. Rochester Hill, MI 48309Fill out the form online and download to your computer. Then email the form to kkarbowski@stirenaeus.org After you register, please stop by the
- [Faith Formation](https://stirenaeus.org/faith-formation/) - Interested in Volunteering or Teaching? You can help by being a catechist, aide, or volunteer when it's convenient for you. Contact Kathy Freer at kfreer@stirenaeus.org if interested. Children Formation — Sacramental Preparation — Middle School Ministry — Adult Faith Formation — OCIC (Initiation for Children) — OCIA (Initiation for Adults) —
- [Bread for the World](https://stirenaeus.org/bread-for-the-world/) - Email your representative and senators to support a Farm Bill that builds healthy, equitable, and sustainable food systems.
- [Welcome](https://stirenaeus.org/welcome/) - Are you new to our area? Have you been away from church for a while? Are you looking for religious education classes and experiences for your children? Do you want to be part of a group that shares your faith and dedication to service? We welcome you! Dedicated Staff You’ll find our Pastor and staff
- [HOPE](https://stirenaeus.org/hope-2023/) - HOPE Week Charity HOPE Week Info — Volunteer Opportunities — Donations Needed — HOPE Week JUSTICE This week’s triumph! — Our next steps —
- [Social Services](https://stirenaeus.org/social-services/) - Social Services Resource List —
- [Share your Time & Talent](https://stirenaeus.org/time-and-talent/) - Share your faith, skills, and creativity through volunteering and leading! Whether you have a couple of hours once-a-year or a few hours each week, you will find many opportunities to serve fellow parishioners or folks in our community. Time and Talent Survey —
- [Prayer Requests](https://stirenaeus.org/prayer-requests/) - It is our privilege to pray for you in your time of need! Your submission will be mailed directly to Cindy Monaghan, Christian Service Coordinator, and facilitator of our Prayer Warriors. The Lord is near. Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known
- [Senior Transportation Options](https://stirenaeus.org/senior-transportation-options/) - Older Persons Commission Transportation is available for people 60 years or older and those under 60 who are disabled. People under 60 may also qualify if they have a doctor’s statement. Let the OPC minibus take you anywhere in Rochester, Rochester Hills, Oakland Township, Oakland University, or the Troy Beaumont Medical Complex. You may use
- [COVID-19 Updates](https://stirenaeus.org/covid-19-updates/) - Dear Friends in Christ, As announced last weekend at all Masses at St. Irenaeus, the Archdiocese of Detroit has updated their COVID-19 guidelines for all parishes and schools. In following the recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the Archdiocese strongly encourages Mass-goers, regardless of vaccination status, to wear facecoverings (masks) and to practice
- [Catholic Social Teaching](https://stirenaeus.org/serve/resources/catholic-social-teaching/) - To be a Christian carries with it the obligation to care for the poor. This obligation comes directly from the teachings of Jesus. Our Catholic faith, based on Sacred Scripture and tradition, has consistently called us to care for the dignity and rights of all human beings – seeing that their basic needs are met
- [Contact Us](https://stirenaeus.org/contact-us/) - Looking for a member of our staff? Find contact information on our Staff Directory page. Have a general question? Fill out our contact form below and we'll get back to you as soon as we can!
- [Fellowship](https://stirenaeus.org/fellowship/) - Get involved with others, like you, who see God as a priority in their life! St. Irenaeus hosts fun social events at least once a month for kids, teens, and adults. Enjoy some great conversation and maybe even make a new friend! Sunday Social Almost every month, the St. Irenaeus Social Committee hosts coffee, bagels,
- [Seven Themes of CST](https://stirenaeus.org/serve/resources/seven-principles-catholic-social-teaching/) - Life and Dignity of the Human Person The Catholic Church proclaims that human life is sacred and that the dignity of the human person is the foundation of a moral vision for society. This belief is the foundation of all the principles of our social teaching. In our society, human life is under direct attack
- [Email Sign Up](https://stirenaeus.org/email/)
- [Inclement Weather Policy at St. Irenaeus](https://stirenaeus.org/inclement-weather-policy-at-st-irenaeus/) - Your safety is a primary concern of the pastoral staff at St. Irenaeus. Please be advised that on days when the Rochester Community Schools are closed, the normal weekday 8:30am Masses are CANCELLED, and that the Church will NOT be open. Please do NOT venture out to Church on these mornings, and instead . .

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- [Header Home 2](https://stirenaeus.org/layouts/header-home-2/) - 771 Old Perch Rd. Rochester Hills, MI 48309 248-651-9595 Prayer Requests About Us StaffBulletinCalendarJoin our ParishWeekly EmailPictorial DirectoryHelpful LinksFamily of Parishes59 Years of Faith Worship Worship with UsMass OnlineMusic MinistrySacramentsFuneralsFamily of ParishesParish Registration Form Faith Formation Faith for ChildrenSacramental PreparationMiddle School MinistryBecome Catholic — OCIA Youth Group 2026 Fall Flower SaleNCYC 2025Youth MassRetreatsProject PeopleForms Evangelical
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## Team

- [Deacon Ron Valade](https://stirenaeus.org/team/deacon-ron-valade/)
- [Fr. Gerry LeBoeuf](https://stirenaeus.org/team/fr-gerry-leboeuf/)

## Testimonials

- [Family](https://stirenaeus.org/testimonials/family/) - I have met many wonderful people at St. Irenaeus, they have become family to me. — Beth R.
- [A Better Person](https://stirenaeus.org/testimonials/a-better-person/) - Fr. Gerry’s homilies speak to my heart. His life experiences, humor and encouraging words help me to be a better person. — Peter S.
- [Love to Volunteer](https://stirenaeus.org/testimonials/love-to-volunteer/) - Opportunities to volunteer are endless…Cindy Monaghan the Christian Service Coordinator always has a way for you to help. — Sandra M.
- [New Friends](https://stirenaeus.org/testimonials/new-friends/) - Our children look forward to going to Faith Formation classes. Great place to meet new friends. — Pam K.
- [Welcoming](https://stirenaeus.org/testimonials/welcoming/) - I joined St. Irenaeus because I have never felt so welcomed by another church. The friendly atmosphere is wonderful. — Jack D.

## Categories

- [Faith Formation](https://stirenaeus.org/category/faith-formation/)
- [Youth Group](https://stirenaeus.org/category/youth-group/)
- [Mass](https://stirenaeus.org/category/worship/mass/)
- [Service](https://stirenaeus.org/category/christian-service/)
- [Worship](https://stirenaeus.org/category/worship/)
- [Fellowship](https://stirenaeus.org/category/fellowship/)
- [Learn](https://stirenaeus.org/category/learn/)
- [Prayer](https://stirenaeus.org/category/worship/prayer/)
- [Events](https://stirenaeus.org/category/events/)
- [Charity](https://stirenaeus.org/category/charity/)
- [Lent](https://stirenaeus.org/category/lent/)
- [Family of Parishes](https://stirenaeus.org/category/family-of-parishes/)
- [AOD](https://stirenaeus.org/category/aod/)

## Product categories

- [Holy Bible](https://stirenaeus.org/product-category/holy-bible/)
- [Necklace](https://stirenaeus.org/product-category/necklace/)
- [Icon](https://stirenaeus.org/product-category/icon/)
- [Youth Group - Fall Flower Sale](https://stirenaeus.org/product-category/youth-group-fall-flower-sale/)

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