Organization Name: Sri Venkateswara Temple & Cultural Center
Organization Overview: The mission of Sri Venkateswara Temple and Cultural Center, Novi, Michigan (SVTCC) is to:
Maintain a formal place of worship for the practice of Hindu religion, with Lord Venkateswara as the main deity of worship.
Promote religious, moral and spiritual growth for children, adults and seniors based on Hindu scriptures.
Provide a place for all regardless of the ethnicity and background to practice and learn about Indian culture, traditions and values.
SVTCC will accomplish its Mission through the following activities:
Prayer sessions, worshiping of deities, pujas, religious ceremonies
Sunday school classes on Hindu scriptures pertaining to religious culture, and moral values
Programs for adult spiritual growth including readings
Celebration of Indian cultural and religious festivals, events and days
Opportunities for youth leadership, mentoring, and volunteerism
Purpose of building a South Indian temple in Novi is:
To serve communities of Southeast Michigan
To have a local, safe and easy-access place for regular worship and fellowship
To inculcate Hindu values and culture to our family life
To instill pride in Indian heritage within our youth
To grow pride and confidence within our community through a center that represents our interests
To support humanitarian and charitable causes that support educational and socioeconomic development of the needy
To establish and maintain a cultural and community center to promote various Indian languages, arts and culture
To encourage inter-religious activities to promote understanding of different religions, cultures and ethnic heritages
To encourage and promote religious functions and activities that improves understanding of Hindu religion and culture by Hindus and non-Hindus.
Language: English
Cultures: Indian
Street: 26233 Taft Rd
City/Township: Novi
State: MI
Zip Code: 48374
Country: USA
Phone: (248) 449-9049
Email: info@svtemplemi.org
Website: http://www.svtemplemi.org/
Organization Name: St Andrew Kim Catholic Church
Organization Overview: Korean language services, including Korean school, choir.
Language: English,Korean
Cultures: Korean
Street: 21177 Halsted Road
City/Township: Northville
State: MI
Zip Code: 48167
Country: USA
Phone: (248) 442-9026
Website: http://www.standrewkimdetroit.org/
Organization Name: St Andrew Society of Detroit (Detroit Scots)
Organization Overview: Founded in the year 1849, St. Andrew's Society of Detroit is a 501c3 non-profit organization and is the oldest benevolent organization in the State of Michigan. Our mission is to provide assistance to fellow Scots and to encourage the love of Scotland through its history, customs, music, literature and national games.
Language: English
Cultures: Scottish
Street: 2360 Rochester Ct.
City/Township: Troy
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48083
Country: USA
Phone: (248) 526-1849
Email: president@detroitscots.com
Website: http://www.detroitscots.com/
Organization Name: St George Antiochian Orthodox Christian Church
Organization Overview: The Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese of North America is an archdiocese of the Orthodox Patriarchate of Antioch and All the East. It traces its roots to first century Antioch (modern-day Antakya, Turkey), the city in which the disciples of Jesus Christ were first called Christians (Acts 11:26). The Patriarchate is led by His Beatitude John X from Damascus, Syria. In addition to its continuing presence in Syria and Lebanon, the Antiochian Patriarchate has archdioceses in Europe; Asia; North, Central and South America; and Australia and New Zealand.
The Church of Antioch was established by the Apostles Paul and Barnabas in 42 A.D., with St. Peter serving for the next eight years as its first prelate. The Church of Antioch is one of the five ancient Patriarchates of the Christian Church, along with Alexandria, Constantinople, Jerusalem, and Rome. Antiochians are in full communion with other Orthodox Christian jurisdictions, such as the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America and the Orthodox Church in America, as well as many other Orthodox jurisdictions around the world.
Welcome to the Diocese of Toledo and the Midwest, part of the Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese of North America. The Diocese of Toledo is led by His Grace Bishop Anthony and includes more than 45 churches and missions in Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, and Wisconsin.
Language: Arabic,English
Cultures: Arabic,Assyrian,Multicultural,Palestinian,Syrian,Turkish
Street: 2160 E Maple Road
City/Township: Troy
State: MI
Zip Code: 48083
Country: USA
Phone: (248) 589-0480
Email: office@stgeorgeoftroy.com
Organization Name: St John Armenian Church of Greater Detroit
Organization Overview: St. John Armenian Church, named in honor of St. John the Baptist & Forerunner of Christ our God, has for 81 years been at the very heart and center of Armenian-American religious and cultural life in Metropolitan Detroit. Since the beginning, the parish has flourished and also reaches out to the Armenian Orthodox faithful who are scattered throught the state of Michigan. Through the efforts of past and present pastors sacramental services now have begun in both Lansing and Grand Rapids where new Armenian communities have taken root.
St. John Armenian Church remains a model community in our Diocese in both the rites of worship and varied ministries within and outside of the parish by offering numerous educational programs and opportunities for Christian growth in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and the faith, tradition, customs and practices of the Armenian Orthodox Church. The varied ministries include: Children's Church School, Altar training, Junior and Senior youth groups, Bible Studies, Lenten Retreats, Women's and Men's groups, Senior Citizens, the learning of sacred music and singing with the Komitas Choir, Armenian cultural enrichment, and as well the Mardigian Research Library and the Alex and Marie Manoogian Museum. The parish groups take part in several Ecumenical missions with other Orthodox, Catholics and Protestants and also provide assistance to many charitable agencies both Armenian based in Armenia, throughout the USA and for local missions to name a few, such as The Alternatitives for Girls, Capuchin Soup Kitchen, Jefferson House for men, Forgotten Harvest, Orthodox Outreach of Detroit.
Most importantly, as Orthodox Christians, we place the greatest emphasis in honoring and worshipping our God our Creator, invoking the All Holy Trinity - Father, Son and Holy Spirit asking for God's grace to imbue our faithful with a life of holiness. This greatest of all emphasis is reflected in the Mystery and Beauty offered to God every Sunday at our Divine Liturgy - receiving Holy Communion and taking part in other Canonical Services.
All are invited to come to St. John Armenian Church and to worship and witness this profound Mystery and Beauty in our Divine Services and to join us in lifting our voices in praise and thankfulness to our loving Creator.
Please peruse our website to learn more about SJAC.
Language: Armenian,English
Cultures: All,Armenian
Street: 22001 Northwestern Highway
City/Township: Southfield
State: MI
Zip Code: 48075
Country: USA
Phone: (248) 569-3405
Fax No: (248) 569-0716
Organization Name: St Joseph Chaldean Catholic Church
Organization Overview: We know Joseph loved Jesus. His one concern was for the safety of this child entrusted to him. Not only did he leave his home to protect Jesus, but upon his return settled in the obscure town of Nazareth out of fear for his life. When Jesus stayed in the Temple we are told Joseph (along with Mary) searched with great anxiety for three days for him (Luke 2:48)
(Luke 2:48)
Language: Arabic,Chaldean,English
Cultures: Chaldean
Street: 2442 E Big Beaver Rd
City/Township: Troy
State: MI
Zip Code: 48083
Country: USA
Phone: (248) 528-3676
Email: saintjosephccc@gmail.com
Website: http://www.saintjosephccc.org/
Organization Name: St Vladimir (Russian) Orthodox Church
Organization Overview: Are you looking for a Church Community? We would be very happy to have you join us at St. Vladimir's! As Orthodox Christians we believe that the relationship between the members of the Holy Trinity is the highest and most profound example of love - an example we strive to emulate in our lives and especially in our parish family. Although we all live in the world, we also live as part of our parish family, caring for and educating each other, and supporting each other spiritually as we grow in our faith. COME AND SEE!
Please join us at St. Vladimir's for one of the Divine Services, preferably the Sunday morning Divine Liturgy (10:00 a.m.). Introduce yourself if you have time, but we expect you won't, since we'll do our best to introduce ourselves to you before you have the chance!
If you have questions about the Orthodox faith please contact us via our church email (info@stvladimiraami.org), or feel free to contact our Rector, Fr. Gregory Joyce at 734-649-5746.
You may also visit our Orthodox Information page to learn more about Orthodox Christianity. We welcome you to St. Vladimir's!
Language: English,Russian
Cultures: Russian
Street: 9900 Jackson Rd.
City/Township: Dexter
State: MI
Zip Code: 48130
Country: USA
Phone: (734) 649-5746
Fax No: (734) 429-9025
Email: info@stvladimiraami.org
Website: http://www.stvladimiraami.org/
Organization Name: The Carr Center
Organization Overview: The Arts League of Michigan (ALM) is a center that develops, promotes, presents and preserves the African and African American cultural arts traditions within our multicultural community. Over the years, ALM has offered a wide array of programs, services and activities for both artists and audiences.
The development of the Carr Center is the next step in the evolution of the organization and moves to establish it and ALM as major participants in the cultural life of our community and the nation. Named in honor of Virgil H. Carr, past Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Arts League of Michigan, this facility will be recognized as the premier center for African and African American cultural arts programs and activities in the nation.
Language: English
Cultures: African-American,All,Multicultural
Street: 311 E. Grand River
City/Township: Detroit
State: MI
Zip Code: 48226
Country: USA
Phone: (313) 965-8430
Website: http://www.thecarrcenter.org/
Organization Name: The Islamic Society of Greater Lansing
Organization Overview: The Islamic Society of Greater Lansing is a non-profit association that represents the Muslims in the Greater Lansing area. The association practices and conducts religious, social, cultural, and educational activities at the Islamic Center of East Lansing, located at 920 S. Harrison Road, East Lansing, Michigan. One of the goals of the Society is to promote unity among Muslims and deepen their feeling of brotherhood.
Towards that goal, the Islamic Center holds congregational prayers, teaching circles, educational programs, and social activities. The Islamic Center provides Muslims and non-Muslims with advice and information about Islam. The Islamic Society of Greater Lansing is open to all and does not make any distinction based on denomination or sects.
The Islamic Center conducts its practices based on the Quran and the sayings and traditions of Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon Him, as recorded by his companions, all of whom we respect.
We welcome everyone, no questions asked, and if anyone has felt otherwise for any reason, we will be more than glad to talk to you and make you feel welcome again.
Language: Arabic,English
Cultures: All,Arabic,Multicultural
Street: 920 S. Harrison
City/Township: East Lansing
State: MI
Zip Code: 48823
Country: Canada
Phone: (517) 351-4309
Fax No: (517) 351-4309
Email: info@lansingislam.com
Website: http://lansingislam.com/
Organization Name: The Polish Mission
Organization Overview: The purpose of the Polish Mission of the Orchard Lake Schools, which were founded in 1885 by Polish immigrants, is to preserve and promote Polish and Polish-American culture, tradition, and history for present and future generations. The Polish Mission organizes programs, courses and events that highlight Polish and Polish -American culture and accomplishments, and ensures a repository for artifacts, archival materials, works of art, and publications.
Galeria, Genealogy.
Language: English,Polish
Cultures: Polish
Street: 3535 Indian Trail
City/Township: Orchard Lake
State: MI
Zip Code: 48234
Country: USA
Phone: (248) 683-0412
Email: contact@polishmission.com
Website: http://www.polishmission.com/
Organization Name: Toledo Polish Genealogical Society
Organization Overview: Welcome to the Toledo Polish Genealogical Society (TPGS)! If this is your first visit, I hope you are able to find what you are looking for. Each year finds us getting involved with different events in the Toledo area. This past year, we joined the Polish Cultural Center (PCC). We are looking forward to working with other Polish groups to preserve our Polish Heritage. A goal of the PCC is to create a place where all Polish groups will feel at home.
In December 2012, TPGS was selected to decorate a room for the Holidays at the Manor House. We decorated the upstairs dining room in the polish Christmas tradition of Wigilia. A group of TPGS members are busily planning their submission to decorate another room in the Manor House.
If you aren’t a TPGS member, we would like to invite you to join us at one of our monthly meetings. Please check the 2016 calendar to find a meeting topic that will interest you. If you are having problems working on your genealogy, you may find, as a member, we are able to help you and who knows, you may find a relative at one of our meetings. A lot of us have found some relatives this way and have been able to fill in some of the branches of our family trees.
Thank you for visiting our website. Hope to see you soon,
Language: English,Polish
Cultures: Polish
Street: c/o St. Michael's School, 420 Sandusky St
City/Township: Toledo
State: OH
Zip Code: 43611
Country: USA
Email: tpgs02@yahoo.com
Website: http://tpgs02.org/
Organization Name: Turab Beladi Palestinian Dabka Dance Troupe
Organization Overview: Turab Beladi is a Palestinian folk dance male group based in Michigan. The group performs Dabka, a folk dance of the Levant and surrounding areas. Dabka combines line dancing and circle dancing and is performed at festivals and weddings. The English translation of Turab Beladi is “the soul of my homeland.”
Language: Arabic,English
Cultures: Arabic,Palestinian
City/Township: Dearborn Heights
State: MI
Zip Code: 48127
Country: USA
Phone: (313) 467-4397
Organization Name: Turkish American Cultural Association of Michigan
Organization Overview: Turkish American Cultural Association of Michigan, founded in 1972, follows the philosophy of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, founder of the Turkish Republic, who stated: “Culture is the foundation of the Turkish Republic.” His view of culture encompassed the nation’s creative legacy as well as the best values of world civilization. It stressed personal and universal humanism. “Culture,” he said, ” is a basic element in being a person worthy of humanity,” and described Turkey’s ideological thrust as “a creation of patriotism blended with a lofty humanist ideal.” Thus, TACAM wants to instill this philosophy into all Turkish-Americans living in Michigan. The purpose of this association (TACAM) is to foster, promote, plan and execute programs aimed at improving the economic, social, educational, general welfare and other humanitarian activities of the Turkish community in the State of Michigan and elsewhere.
Street: PO Box 3445
City/Township: Farmington Hills
State: MI
Zip Code: 48333
Country: USA
Phone: (248) 438-8580
Fax No: (248) 626-8279
Email: contact@tacam.org
Website: http://tacam.org/
Organization Name: Turkish American Cultural Association of Michigan Cultural Center
Organization Overview: Our cultural center located in Wixom, Michigan, is home to the majority of our events.
Street: 28837 Beck Road
City/Township: Wixom
State: MI
Zip Code: 48393
Country: USA
Phone: (248) 438-8580
Email: secretary@tacam.org
Website: http://tacam.org/about/contact/
Organization Name: Turkish American Society of Michigan
Organization Overview: Turkish American Society of Michigan (TASM) is a non-profit organization established in 2009 to plan and execute cultural, intercultural, educational, religious, charitable, literary, sporting, and social programs and activities.The mission of TASM has two complementary and synergistic components: The first is to serve the Turkish-American Michiganders to better integrate into the society. The second is to introduce the Turkish Culture to Michiganders to cultivate friendship and promote a better understanding of diverse cultures through dialog and exchange of information.
Language: English,Turkish
Cultures: All,Turkish
Street: 1451 E. Big Beaver Rd.
City/Township: Troy
State: MI
Zip Code: 48084
Country: USA
Phone: (248) 952-8276
Email: info@tasmich.org
Website: http://www.tasmich.org
