Fr. Enzo gives communion to his mother, Domenica, not long after becoming a priest. DOMENICA BALESTRA 1922 – 1998 “Tu sei Enzo” These were the last words I heard from my mother, Domenica, in the hospital the day before she passed away. Because of a stroke, she had...
Fr. Enzo’s Corner – 2022 Annual Report
Every organization has to bring into its existence innovation, in order to fight the law of entropy, and thus to be able to continue to exist and prosper. 2022 has been a year of graces and blessings. We give thanks to God for this. Fr. Joseph Rinaldo retired to a...
Fr. Joseph: A Legacy Lives On
Fr. Joseph enjoyed every aspect of working at St. Louis Center. Fr. Joseph Rinaldo’s dedication to serving those in need and his commitment to building communities of care demonstrates the impact that one individual can make on the world. His journey is a testament to...
Fr. Amal: Community Wellbeing
Fr. Amal and Keavan eagerly await Keavan's performance during the Christmas Program. For those who are living in care homes, having a sense of community and belonging is important for their overall well-being. It is not just about meeting their physical needs, but...
Fr. Enzo’s Corner – Spring Spirit 2023 – Renovations
Dear Friends, The remodeling of St. Joseph Hall is progressing on schedule. Soon we will be able to slate a re-dedication date. For this occasion, we will invite all of you to see the growth of St. Louis Center and the innovations enabling the lives of people with...
Fr. Enzo’s Corner – Winter Spirit 2023
We have started another year of grace, the year of the Lord 2023. Still, I wish all of you many blessings and graces for this year; may the Good Lord bestow upon each and every one of you His blessings that you are able to reach all your goals. I am glad to share with...
Letter from Fr. Enzo – December 2022 – Christmas Memories from Italy
Christmas Memories from Italy During the Christmas season, we spend a lot of time decorating our homes and choosing the perfect gift for our family members, especially for our children and grandchildren. Many childhood memories are stirred by the celebration. Memories...
Fr. Enzo Addari – 2022 Humanitarian of the Year
Each year the Columbus Day Celebration Committee selects Man, Woman and Humanitarian of the Year. The honorees have been named due to their outstanding contributions to the Italian American community in Metro Detroit. The weeklong Columbus Day festivities include...
Fr. Enzo’s Corner – Fall Spirit 2022 – Projects and Program Updates
During the 50th anniversary celebration of the St. Louis Center, a decision was made to bring the center to a new level of services. Thus, a legacy committee was formed and money started to be raised in order to build the St. Louis Guanella Village and the renovation...
Fr. Enzo’s Corner – Summer Spirit 2022 – Happy Summer to All!
Happy Summer to All! Many people have dedicated their lives to the well-being of St. Louis Center. One of these persons is Fr. Joseph Rinaldo (Fr. Joe for many). He came to Chelsea in September 1980 and moved back to Italy in May 2022. He achieved many landmarks...
Alhambra Kick Off Summer at St. Louis Center
To kick off the summer season, St. Louis Guanella Alhambra Caravan members cooked hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill for the St. Louis Center residents on Thursday, May 19th. The entire campus came down to the gym to...
Letter from Fr. Enzo – May 2022 – Annual Report
Update: What happened at the Center in 2021? The realization of the St. Louis Guanella Village has been the innovation carried out at St. Louis Center. The year of grace 2021 became the year of the full implementation of this vision; the minor program was closed in...