St.
Sabina Catholic Church in Dearborn Heights lives out its mission statement of
service and prayer through its works of charity and devotion in the community.
These include youth group activities, their annual Lenten fish fry dinners and the
annual Rainbow festival which helps raise money for the church and its many
activities.
The
Patron saint of St. Sabina was born in the 1st century AD. She was
converted to Christianity by her servant, Seraphia who was put to death for
practicing her faith. Sabina suffered martyrdom in about 126 AD. Her feast day
is August 29 and she is the patron saint of housewives.
The
grounds of St. Sabina are beautifully maintained. They include a shrine to the
Mother Mary and a gazebo that adds to the beauty and charm of the church. It is
also a great area to pray and reflect or just spend some quiet time.
The
church, itself, is made up of 4 rows of pews that set at angles to face the
altar. The altar and lectern are made of the same oak material which gives them
a symmetrical look. A green cloth is draped over the altar. Over the altar a
crucifix sits next to a statute of Jesus with his right hand held out in the
sign of a blessing.
We
attended a Saturday afternoon mass at St. Sabina where retired priest Fr.
Thomas Heier was presiding. He gave a brief homily on the importance of
almsgiving in helping the church to grow and continue its work of love and
service in the greater community.
We
enjoyed our visit to St. Sabina Catholic Church. The congregation, made up of
seniors, families and young adults, works tirelessly to spread the good news of
Jesus Christ through service and volunteer work and we feel blessed to have
spent this day with them.
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Shrine to the Mother Mary
The gazebo at St. Sabina
St. Sabina Catholic Church
St. Sabina
View of front of church
St. Sabina Patron Saint
Entrance to St. Sabina Church
The altar at St. Sabina
portrait of Mother Mary
Portrait of Pope John Paul II
