Happy and Blessed Summer! Rain or shine the show has to go on! This was what happened during the Golf and Glory Outing on June 26, 2023 at the UofM Golf Course. The weather had different rules than what we were expecting but between showers some players managed to...
Part One THE PERSON WITH DISABILITIES: THE IMAGE OF GOD AND A PLACE OF HIS WONDERS The richness of the person with disabilities is a constant challenge to the Church and to society, to open to the mystery present. The person with disabilities is the place of the...
Fr. Enzo's father, Benedetto Addari, taking care of the horses. “Sa ta fa’!”, “We must do this!” This was my father’s philosophy towards life. During his youth, Benedetto Addari was caught as a POW in Belgrade during WW II. For many years, no one knew what had...
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...
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 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 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
