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In the Community
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Stories of Inspiration – Leading the Mission
Fr. Joseph was a joyful presence at St. Louis Center. Fr. Joseph Rinaldo’s dedication to serving those in need and his commitment to building communities of...
Stories of Inspiration: Bradley Herblet and Steven Wysocki
2025 Graduates: Bradley Herblet and Steven Wysocki Bradley Herblet Bradley Herblet is no stranger to change. When he joined the St. Louis Center community in...
Stories of Inspiration: A Season to Embrace the Mission
I would be remiss if I did not start out this letter with a most sincere thanks. As my second year of being CEO of St. Louis Center comes to a close, there is...
Fr. Satheesh’s Corner – Fall 2025 – Embrace the Mission
Dear Friends of St. Louis Center, Greetings in the name of the Lord! As the weather becomes colder and the holiday busy-ness begins, let us reflect on what we...
Sacramental Joy
Fr. Amal, SdC, Mike Dunbar, children of Our Lady of Fatima Parish, Jacqui Pampuch, and Fr. David Stawasz, SdC. Beginning in September 2024, Fr. Amal taught...
Stories of Inspiration: Christmas with the Community
A Season of Joy: Embracing the Mission This Christmas at St. Louis Center At St. Louis Center, Christmas is not just a season—it is a joyful way of life. Our...
Stories of Inspiration: Sharing Joy through Art
The artists of St. Louis Center are bringing their vibrant, personality-filled clay flowers to the University of Michigan’s Taubman Center this December. This...
Building Bonds, One Treat at a Time
Jesse, Amy, and Jackie Lothamer enjoyed gathering candy from all of the volunteers who came to help spread Halloween joy. On Wednesday, October 22, St. Louis...
An Italian Tradition
Jack Tocco, Jr, Fr. Franklin, Sonny Randazzo, Fr. Satheesh and Ken Klovski enjoyed the nice weather, great food, and fellowship. Sonny Randazzo is no stranger...
Sharing God’s Love on the Detroit River
On September 21, 2025, the Manresa Caravan Annual “Diamond Jack” Cruise was held on the Detroit River with God’s “Special Ones.” Alhambra members focus on...
Stories of Inspiration: Christmas with the Community
A Season of Joy: Embracing the Mission This Christmas at St. Louis Center At...
Stories of Inspiration – Leading the Mission
Fr. Joseph was a joyful presence at St. Louis Center. Fr. Joseph Rinaldo’s...
Stories of Inspiration: Bradley Herblet and Steven Wysocki
2025 Graduates: Bradley Herblet and Steven Wysocki Bradley Herblet Bradley...
Stories of Inspiration: A Season to Embrace the Mission
I would be remiss if I did not start out this letter with a most sincere...
Stories of Inspiration: Konstant Kindness
At St. Louis Center, small acts of kindness go a long way, and today, our...
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Building a Village
A growing community of amenities for people with I/DD
Daily Programs
Residents enjoy regular engaging and stimulating programs.
A Community Family
A staff with a mission to make a positive difference in the lives of residents
Stories of Inspiration: Christmas with the Community
A Season of Joy: Embracing the Mission This Christmas at St. Louis Center At St. Louis Center, Christmas is not just a season—it is a joyful way of life. Our...
Stories of Inspiration – Leading the Mission
Fr. Joseph was a joyful presence at St. Louis Center. Fr. Joseph Rinaldo’s dedication to serving those in need and his commitment to building communities of...
Stories of Inspiration: Bradley Herblet and Steven Wysocki
2025 Graduates: Bradley Herblet and Steven Wysocki Bradley Herblet Bradley Herblet is no stranger to change. When he joined the St. Louis Center community in...
Stories of Inspiration: A Season to Embrace the Mission
I would be remiss if I did not start out this letter with a most sincere thanks. As my second year of being CEO of St. Louis Center comes to a close, there is...
Stories of Inspiration: Konstant Kindness
At St. Louis Center, small acts of kindness go a long way, and today, our residents need your help. Items like socks, sweatpants, and undergarments are always...
Stories of Inspiration: Pampuch Family Embraces the Mission
The Vision The St. Louis Guanella Village was conceptualized in 2010, St....
Fr. Satheesh’s Corner – Fall 2025 – Embrace the Mission
Dear Friends of St. Louis Center, Greetings in the name of the Lord! As the...
Volunteer Spotlight: Knights Replace Roof
A dozen men from the Irish Hills Knights of Columbus Council completed their...
New Kitchen Takes Shape
The Backstory... On a journey of renovation, St. Louis Center has undergone...
Kitchen Renovation Begins
Old kitchen decommissioned, temporary kitchen on site, new kitchen being...
Stories of Inspiration: Christmas with the Community
A Season of Joy: Embracing the Mission This Christmas at St. Louis Center At St. Louis Center, Christmas is not just a season—it is a joyful way of life. Our...
Stories of Inspiration: Bradley Herblet and Steven Wysocki
2025 Graduates: Bradley Herblet and Steven Wysocki Bradley Herblet Bradley Herblet is no stranger to change. When he joined the St. Louis Center community in...
Stories of Inspiration: A Season to Embrace the Mission
I would be remiss if I did not start out this letter with a most sincere thanks. As my second year of being CEO of St. Louis Center comes to a close, there is...
Stories of Inspiration: Konstant Kindness
At St. Louis Center, small acts of kindness go a long way, and today, our residents need your help. Items like socks, sweatpants, and undergarments are always...
Stories of Inspiration: Sharing Joy through Art
The artists of St. Louis Center are bringing their vibrant, personality-filled clay flowers to the University of Michigan’s Taubman Center this December. This...
Profiles of Guanellian Staff – Models of the Mission
Direct Care Worker Kaitlynn Leonard, Housekeeper Laurie Mathews, and Day Program Coordinator Haylie Gottschalk, work together to help their team win the...
Profiles of a Guanellian Staff – Devoted Staffers Retire
Ginny Wheaton In August 1978, Ginny Wheaton came to work at the Center to fill in for her neighbor, who was going on vacation. Sr. Lucy, who was in charge of...
Profiles of a Guanellian Staff – 2025 Scholarship Award
Robin Smith, St. Louis Center Training Coordinator and Supervisor, was awarded the 2025 Will Johnson Scholarship. On August 15th, Will arrived at the Center...
2025 Chili Challenge
St. Louis Center is home to 55 full-time residents. It takes a large family of staff and volunteers to provide them with personalized, compassionate care. To...
Profiles of a Guanellian Staff: Meet New Staff
Meet St. Louis Center’s latest staff hires! Michael Franklin Michael joined the Development & Communications Department as the Data Entry Clerk in...