Little Flower Men’s Night June 4, 2016 The Mass Fr. John Riccardo Priest in the Archdiocese of Detroit, ordained in 1996 Graduate of University of Michigan Studied at Sacred Heart Major Seminary (Detroit) Gregorian University (Rome) Received Sacred License in Theology (S. T. L.) from Pope John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and the Family Current: Pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel in Plymouth, Michigan Previous service: Parishes in Troy and Dearborn Former Director of Cardinal Maida Institute at St. John Center for Youth and Family in Plymouth, Michigan Hosts Catholic Radio program Christ is the Answer, focusing on catechetical teachings Expert on John Paul II’s Theology of the Body Popular speaker and teacher at pro life and faith-based events

Little Flower Men’s Night Opening Song Remembrance Matt Maher

Little Flower Men’s Night Opening Prayer Introductions

Little Flower Men’s Night Confraternity of St. Joan of Arc The Mass Fr. John Riccardo Confraternity of St. Joan of Arc September, 2012

Little Flower Men’s Night Reflection . . . What could I possibly give back to God for all He’s given me? Wow . . . We prepare for a job interview! How do I prepare for the liturgy? We can’t do it by listening/reading only news of this world. Mass will be a “shock”. God whispers -- we must listen for Him “Lord, help me understand what’s happening here.” Mass is a glimpse of heaven. The Lord (Eucharist) is between us on earth and the saints in heaven. Words alone are not enough – God gives us himself to consume Him --- that’s magnificance! God loves the world, but the world doesn’t know it – that’s why we are “sent out” at end of mass. Mass: The Lord’s gift to you. Now go and spread it

Other opportunities to deepen our faith . . .

Men’s Bible Study Adoration Saturday Mornings 7:30 - 8:30 am Little Flower Parish House Adoration Every Wednesday -- 6-7pm First Friday of the Month – 8:45am - 4:30pm “We must understand that in order ‘to do’, we must first learn ‘to be’, that is to say, in the sweet company of Jesus in adoration.” --Pope St. John Paul II

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Paul Figliomeni’s House Next Men’s Night Saturday, July 9 7-9 pm Called to Be a Disciple Fr. Mike Schmitz Paul Figliomeni’s House 2332 Carriage Drive Toledo, 43615 Bring a friend!