IN THIS EDITION: - Prayer for Labor Day
- Sept. 6 Bulletin Article: What does “Faith Formation” really mean?
- Come sing with us this fall! SRN choirs for kindergarten students through adults
- Permanent change to Tuesday Mass and Eucharistic Adoration times begins Sept. 15
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Parish Life in Pictures
- Upcoming Events
- Things to Know Before You Go
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What does “Faith Formation” really mean?
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Writing for our Sept. 6 parish bulletin, Hans Whitmer shares, “When I tell people my job is the Director of Faith Formation I am often asked, ‘What is faith formation? Is it the same as CCD (Confraternity of Christian Doctrine)? Is it just for kids? Do my kids need to attend if they are not preparing to receive a sacrament?'”
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Come sing with us this fall!
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God gave each of us a voice — let’s use it to praise Him!
This fall, Jane VanHouten, director of liturgical music at St. Robert, invites children and adults of our parish — to join our parish choirs!
Whether you’ve been singing for years or have never sung in a choir before, there’s a place for you.
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Our choirs are a wonderful way to grow in faith, make new friends, build confidence, and share in the joy of worship through music.
See below for age groups and rehearsal schedules for all St. Robert Choirs (Kindergarten through Adult): - Cherub Choir, Grades K-2 – SRCS/Home School students rehearses Tuesdays from 2:50-3:30 p.m.
- St. Cecilia Choir, Grades 3-8 – SRCS/Home School students rehearses Wednesdays from 2:50-3:50 p.m.
- Vox Lumen, Grades 9-12; Grades 7-8 by audition – Members rehearse Wednesdays from 5:00-6:00 p.m.
- Chamber Choir, High School students to Adult – Members rehearse Wednesdays from 6:30-8:00 p.m.
- SRN Schola Cantorum, by audition – Members rehearse every other Wednesday from 7:45-9:00 p.m.
PLEASE NOTE: Cherub Choir (Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m.) and St. Cecilia Choir (Tuesdays at 4:30 p.m.) for parish students attending other schools have been postponed due to low registrations. These opportunities may be reopened later this fall.
To learn more or sign up to join a choir, visit the choirs page of our website, or contact Jane VanHouten, (616) 676-9111, ext. 120, or JaneV@strobertchurch.org.
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Permanent change to Tuesday Mass and Eucharistic Adoration times begins Sept. 15
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Mass and adoration times on Tuesday evening at St. Robert will permanently change to 5:30 p.m. and 6:15 p.m. respectively beginning Sept. 15.
The new Mass and adoration times will correspond with elementary and middle school faith formation start times on Tuesdays, expanding the opportunity for parents bringing their children to faith formation classes to attend Mass and adoration.
Eucharistic Adoration at 6:15 on Tuesdays will now take place in the Eucharistic Chapel (enter through Door C, or handicap accessible Door D) instead of the Sanctuary and will be available until 7:00 p.m.
At 7:15 p.m., Millions of Monicas will meet in the Eucharistic Chapel as has been their regular Tuesday evening practice. Individuals present for adoration who wish to continue to pray after 7:00 p.m. will be asked to move into the Sanctuary of the church.
If you have any questions about this change, please contact the parish office, (616) 676-9111, or ParishMail@strobertchurch.org.
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Habitat for Humanity St. Robert’s Knights of Columbus Bishop Kevin Britt Council has arranged for workdays with Habitat for Humanity. They will be on September 19 and December 12 from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the Habitat ReStore. We have space for 10 volunteers on each date.
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Work includes receiving and sorting donations, organizing merchandise shelves, testing donations, beautification of property, and more.
Please sign up via the following registration link to submit waivers and any emergency contact info needed: https://vhub.at/StRobert. Click the calendar entry link under Sept. 19 or Dec. 12.
Attire & minimum age: Closed-toe shoes required. Come ready to work inside & outside. Wear clothes that can get dirty and/or paint. The minimum age for volunteers is 14 with a chaperone.
Questions? Email Paul at pkgaldes@gmail.com or call (616) 299-0329.
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Serve on the SRN Safety Team As part of St. Robert of Newminster’s ongoing commitment to the safety and well‑being of all who visit our campus, we are recruiting additional members for the weekend Mass and Wednesday
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school Mass Safety Teams.
Because of the responsibilities involved, this role requires training and a clear understanding of our safety protocols.
Interested parishioners are invited to attend an informational session conducted by Rich Ptak, SRN’s Safety Team Ministry Lead and Lynn Mossner, Director of Stewardship & Operations.
September Informational Sessions: - September 13, 2026 · 6:30–7:30 p.m.
- September 17, 2026 · 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Sign up for a session at the following link:
https://forms.gle/NNMPo2XL6Qz4VYWA8
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On Thursday, August 27, our Knights of Columbus held their annual Picnic with Father Tony! We are so grateful for the Knights and their service to our St. Robert community!
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As faith formation classes and ministry for kindergarten through high school students get ready to begin in September and October, volunteer catechists and assistants met for orientation and training on Sept. 2 led by our faith formation ministry team.
Our parish’s catechists help the next generation come to know and love God by volunteering in our parish’s religious education program. They work in close partnership with parents, who are considered the first and primary teachers of the faith for their children. We are so grateful for them!
If you feel called to serve as a catechist or assistant, please contact Michelle Ptak, faith formation assistant, MichelleP@strobertchurch.org, or (616) 676-9111, ext. 113.
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- Click the Flock graphic above for additional information about the Moms Group and to sign up for their email newsletter.
- For flu and COVID-19 shots sign up for Sept. 11, click the O.W.L.S. graphic above.
For details about additional upcoming events, view our parish calendar at https://strobertchurch.org/calendar/.
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A few things to know before you go …
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- HELP STOCK THE PANTRIES! St. Robert Parish partners with two local food pantries – Northwest Food Pantry and The Other Way Ministries. Please bring non-perishable and personal care donations to church and place them in the woven baskets in our church narthex. Donations are picked up every other week by volunteers from either Northwest Food Pantry or The Other Way Ministries. Visit our website at the following link for a list of pantry needs and to learn more https://strobertchurch.org/announcements/food-pantry-list/.
- SCHEDULES: For regular Mass, Adoration and confession schedules, visit our St. Robert website at
https://strobertchurch.org/mass-times/. - HOMILIES: Listen to Father Tony’s weekly homilies online anytime that’s convenient for you. Visit our YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@strobertada, or click the YouTube icon below.
- THIS WEEK ON FORMED: Formed has on-demand Catholic content online for all ages. A free subscription is available to St. Robert parishioners. Sign up online at https://formed.org/signup.
- PARISH MINISTRIES: Share your unique God-given talents! Click here to explore our Parish Ministry Guide online and find a ministry to get involved in/volunteer with! Discerning your gifts and where to serve? Lynn Mossner, our parish director of stewardship and operations, can offer support and guidance. Contact her for a conversation at (616) 676-9111, ext. 124.
- UPCOMING EVENTS: For more upcoming events, view our parish calendar at https://strobertchurch.org/calendar/.
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As a Catholic community, we proclaim the Good News by serving God and neighbor as we grow in loving relationship with Christ.
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Be a vibrant, welcoming faith community inviting all people to know Christ through
worship and sacraments,
evangelization and catechesis,
charity and service.
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