Parish Mission

Diocesan Assembly: Made For Happiness
Inspiring Speakers and More – Register Today for the Made for Happiness Diocesan Assembly
Be sure to register soon for the Saturday, September 22 Made for Happiness Diocesan Assembly.  The day will include an outdoor Eucharistic Procession departing from St. Mary Cathedral in Lansing, inspiring talks given by Fr. Mike Schmitz, Deacon Larry Oney, Jennifer Fulwiler, and emceed by Fr. Joe Krupp.  The Assembly also includes a celebration of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass offered by Bishop Boyea and nearly all the clergy of the diocese, access to the Sacrament of Reconciliation, and fascinating religious displays.  The Assembly also will feature talented musicians from across our diocese, outdoor activities for kids, and free childcare.  Admission is FREE, but advance registration is required because space is limited! To register, go to madeforhappiness.org
 

Things All Participants Should Know:
Breslin Center Parking
There is parking for cars and buses in the area of the Breslin Center.  The cost for cars is $10.00 (cash only) Breslin parking lots open at 6:30 a.m.
Walking with Christ in the Eucharistic Procession?  We encourage participants in the Eucharistic Procession to park in the designated lots at the Breslin Center (where the afternoon Assembly Gathering and Mass will take place) and use the free shuttle bus transportation provided to St. Mary Cathedral and Church of the Resurrection. Buses from the Breslin Center will start shuttling processors at 7:00 a.m. from the Breslin Center and will make their final drop off at around 9:30 a.m. After 9:30 a.m., the shuttle service will begin dropping off at the procession’s halfway point, which is at the Church of the Resurrection on Michigan Avenue. Seating on the shuttle buses will be limited, so please plan ahead to come early and join us as we process through the heart of Lansing. 
 
Admission, Seating, and Breslin Center Policies Advance registration to attend the Assembly is required, but no tickets will be issued. Admission is FREE, but Breslin Center gatekeepers will stamp the hand of Assembly attendees for ease of re-entry into the Breslin.

• Seating is available on a first come, first served basis. We cannot absolutely ensure that your whole group will be able to sit together. However, groups may arrive early and save seats for others.
• Security concerns are such that event-goers cannot enter the Breslin Center with a purse, handbag, book bag, diaper bag or cooler.  The Breslin Center does allow event goers to bring in strollers (to be left with a platform attendant), cameras (without cases), seat cushions (no pockets, pouches, or zippers) and medically necessary or child care items can be brought in clear one-gallon plastic bags.
• Please keep in mind that you may NOT bring food or bottled water into the Breslin Center.

Breslin Center Accessibility Information
Barrier-Free Parking :  Accessible parking is available in both of the lots immediately south of the Breslin Center, 63W and 63E, and are used on a first come, first served basis.
Wheelchair Availability:  Complimentary wheelchairs are available for use at the Breslin Center. A valid driver's license will be required as a deposit to obtain a wheelchair at the Guest Services booth across from the Hall of History Gate.
Accessible Seating :  The Breslin Center has accessible seating platforms and seating areas on the floor level for those needing special seating. Elevator access to the floor level is available in the Elevator lobby.
Spanish and Sign Language Interpretation:  Spanish and Sign Language Interpreters will be available onsite.  Please check back to this section for directions on where to be seated for interpretation.
 
Food Options
Area eateries:  There are a number of restaurants and food options within a several-block walk of the Breslin Center, including:  Brody Square Cafeteria on the MSU Campus (offering many options for those with dietary restrictions); Harrison Roadhouse; and, the State Room at the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center.  Within one mile of the Breslin are many other eateries, with most located 10-12 blocks from the Breslin along Grand River Avenue (and east of Abbot Road). 
Breslin Center Concessions will be open from 7:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Options and prices are as follows:  fruit cup:  $4.00; yogurt parfait: $4:00; water: $4.00; candy: $3.50; caramel corn: $4.00; fried chicken sandwich: $6.50; chicken tenders: $6.50; coffee/cocoa: $3.50; soda: $4.50; French fry: $4.50; ice cream products: $5.00; hamburger: $6.50; cheeseburger: $7.00; hot dog: $4.50; kosher dog: $5.00; bratwurst: $5.50; veggie burger: $6.50; sandwich wraps:  $6.00; hummus with pita:  $4.00; nachos: $4.50; pizza slice: $5.00; popcorn box: $4.00; pretzel: $5.00.