Bible School - Every Summer our parish arranges a weeklong Bible School for children to share on Bible-themed activities, snacks and songs.

Choirs - Everyone is invited to participate in our two parish choirs, The Saint Francis Xavier Choir (English), and also our Hispanic Choir. In addition to the weekend Masses, the choirs sing at other ceremonies in the church during the year.

Easter Vigil - The Easter Vigil observance of the approach of Easter Sunday. Everyone is invited to share in the gathering as the day draws near. Those in RCIA programs receive their sacraments at this mass.

Ecumenical Services - Each year at Thanksgiving time, we join with our brothers and sisters at the neighboring Presbyterian church for an evening ceremony followed by a social hour. This event alternates annually between our church and theirs. We also partake in prayer services for special occasions.

Extraordinary Ministers - These parishioners enjoy the holy privilege of assisting the priest by distributing the Sacred Body and Blood to people attending Mass.

Graduation Mass and Brunch - Every June, high school students of parish families are invited to Sunday Mass followed by a reception in the Parish Center. Although our school has been closed for many years, this event tells our young people that we recognize their achievements and wish them well.

Lectors - These parishioners are privileged to proclaim the word of God to the congregation at Mass on weekends and Holydays.

Lenten Services - Every Wednesday and Friday during the season of Lent, the stations of the Cross are recited so we can share the Passion of our Lord.

Los Posadas - Every Christmas season, the search by Joseph and Mary to find shelter is recreated, followed by a social time in the Parish Center with treats and singing.

RCIA - This Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults is for
- Those not baptized in any faith
- Those baptized in another faith and desiring to become Catholic
- Those baptized Catholic who want to receive the Sacrament of Eucharist and/or Confirmation.  Our weekly meetings begin in the Fall and end on Holy Saturday with sponsors in weekly attendance. These classes are also available for the youth of Religious Education age.

Our Lady of Guadalupe Mass - Every December our parishioners gather for a special Mass celebrated in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the Patron Saint of the Americas. This moving ceremony features beautiful music and liturgical dance, and is attended by people throughout the downriver area as well as by our own parishioners. This is followed by a potluck in the Parish Center with wonderful entertainment.

Religious Education - This program helps children K-8 better understand their faith and prepare to receive the sacraments. Classes are held one evening a week in the Parish Center.

Youth Retreat - Each year, a retreat is arranged for our young people. their continuing response is inspiring for them as well as everyone else.