Are you a Catholic who has been away from the church for some time? Did you leave because you were hurt by someone in the church or did something happen while you were an active member that caused you to leave? Did you simply drift away as life became more complicated and busy?

Have you ever thought about returning to the Catholic Church? If so, we are ecstatic and we welcome you back whole-heartedly! We have missed you and the church really needs you! We are all part of the "body of Christ," and when a part of the body is damaged or missing it is felt by all of the members. Thank you for considering returning to the church. 

"Prodigal Son" by Rembrandt

The following are a few resources 
that may help you on your journey:

► An online resource offered by the Franciscans that helps reconnect people with the church.
www.oncecatholic.org

► A site designed for Catholics who are thinking about coming back. It features study guides, recommended resources and reflections by Father Henry C. Frascadore, a priest of the Archdiocese of Hartford, Conn.
www.catholicscominghome.org/

► A ministry devoted to using multimedia tools to encourage Catholics who have left the church to return. 
http://www.catholicscomehome.org/

► St. William Parish in Walled Lake, Mich., answers commonly asked questions and concerns and provides good reasons for you to continue your journey home.
http://www.stwilliam.com/wemissyou/return.html