Day: Monday
Time: 7:30 p.m.-9 p.m.
Frequency: Weekly
Pets: None
Location: Grand River Between Drake & Halstead
Demographics: Anyone
Bio: Marie loves being Catholic and getting together with like-minded friends – new and old. She is rather fond of cats, reading, knitting, and good food. She’s also eternally single – hence her hobbies. She was the girl who faked a stomach ache when she had to do oral presentations in grade school, and now she’s been leading an Emmaus Small group since the pilot program – the Holy Spirit works in mysteriously wonderful ways! Maureen is a recently retired educator who wishes to continue growing in her faith and service to others. Her favorite bible verse is Philippians 4:6-7.
Category: Small Groups
LINDA & MARK KAMINSKI
Day: Saturday
Time: Evening
Frequency: Bi-Weekly
Pets: No pets at primary home – 1 dog and 1 rabbit when rotating homes
Location: 13 Mile & Haggerty
Demographics: Couples (ages 40-60’s)
Bio: Mark and Linda were both born and raised in the Catholic faith and received much of their education in Catholic schools. They have been members of the OLS Parish for over 22 years with faith and prayer being an integral part of their marriage and lives, giving them strength, consolation, and joy. Mark’s favorite bible passage is Ephesians 2:4-5 “But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved.” Linda’s favorite scripture verse is 2 Corinthians 12:9 “My grace is sufficient for you, for power is made perfect in weakness.”
TOM SZYMKOWSKI & MARY FERRINI
Day: Thursday
Time: Evenings
Frequency: Bi-Weekly
Pets: Cat
Location: 9 Mile & Halstead (Rotate Homes)
Demographics: Couples
Bio: Tom grew up in the Chicago area and worked for the Air Force testing C-130 and F-16 Avionics systems. Now he works for FCA and volunteers at OLS as an Usher. He enjoys spending time with his family and supporting occasional service projects.
Mary is wife, mother and dedicated teacher. She genuinely enjoys learning about and discussing the Catholic faith.