St. Michael's Family Protection Institute

06/01/2026

Join Us in Honoring Kevin’s Legacy!

Family, friends, and community members are invited to the 3rd Annual Kevin Spears Memorial Picnic as we gather in faith, fellowship, and remembrance to celebrate Kevin’s life and the impact he continues to have on those who knew and loved him.

📅 July 13, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Legion Eyer Park – Quinzi Lodge
🍽 Dinner provided by Big Daddy BBQ & Catering

All are welcome—especially families! A suggested donation of $20 per person will support the mission of the St. Michael’s Family Protection Institute.

Together, we honor Kevin’s memory, share stories, and celebrate a life that continues to inspire.

Donate today: https://smfpi.org/picnic

05/27/2026

Dr. Angela Kristan, MD (Founder and Medical Director of Restore Health and Wellness ) gave a talk to the Stand Together for Life event this past weekend. Watch and listen to her peaceful public witness!

05/21/2026

Thank you to our runners, volunteers and supports who made the Run for Restore 5K possible! Take a look at our slideshow below with photos from the event.

Full photo album: https://runsignup.com/Race/Photos/NY/Rochester/RunForRestore5K

Thank you to everyone who made the 2026 Run for Restore 5K such a j...

05/13/2026

What an incredible morning at the Run for Restore 5K at Durand Eastman Park! 🏃‍♀️

Thank you to everyone who walked, ran, volunteered, sponsored, and cheered along the course in support of compassionate, dignity-centered healthcare in our community.

Your energy and support made this event truly special, and we’re so grateful to celebrate alongside such an inspiring community.

05/04/2026

Restore Health and Wellness is a new medical center that provides care in the long-standing tradition of the Catholic Church.

We are excited to invite you to join us on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Durand Eastman Park in Rochester, NY.

We walk and run in honor of every woman, man, and child we serve and are committed to care that upholds dignity and reflects God’s truth and love.

Register: https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Rochester/RunForRestore5K?+April+Events+at+SMFPI=

04/10/2026

Join us on April 13 for a special Sursum Corda evening featuring Gordon Kuhlman, father of Nathan Kuhlman.

After the tragic loss of his newlywed son, Gordon has walked a path marked by grief, faith, and profound trust in God. Drawing from this experience, he will share the virtues that sustained him — and how hope can take root even in life’s most difficult moments.

This will be an evening of powerful witness, encouragement, and faith.

RSVP: https://smfpi.org/register

04/09/2026

An update from Dcn. Mike Kristan as we approach Divine Mercy Sunday.

Please join us at 3:00pm on Sunday, April 12 for Divine Mercy Holy Hour. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament from 3-4pm at Sacred Heart Cathedral.

Also, our next Sursum Corda meeting is on Monday, April 13.
Please RSVP for this wonderful evening of prayer and fellowship: https://smfpi.org/register

03/30/2026

Catholics will have many opportunities to pray with their new shepherd during Holy Week, which begins March 29. Bishop Bonnici of the Diocese of Rochester will preside at the following liturgies at Sacred Heart Cathedral:

Palm Sunday, March 29, at 9:15 a.m.
Chrism Mass, March 31, at 6 p.m.
Holy Thursday, April 2, at 7 p.m.
Good Friday, April 3, at 3 p.m.
Easter Vigil, April 4, at 8 p.m.
Easter Sunday Mass, April 5, at 11:15 a.m.

For more: https://catholiccourier.com/articles/bishop-bonnici-to-celebrate-2026-chrism-mass-at-cathedral/

02/26/2026

New! Creator's Blend Coffee ☕🤎☕

We are grateful for your support of Restore Health and Wellness in Rochester. By purchasing Restore’s Creator’s Blend coffee, you are directly supporting our mission of restoration and care.

Local pickup and Shipping available.

Purchase: https://smfpi.org/?utm_campaign=This%20Is%20How%20Rochester%20Is%20Being%20Restored&utm_medium=email&utm_source=newsletter

02/23/2026

Don’t miss this uplifting session on Fulton Sheen’s wisdom about envy. Reflect on how it steals our peace and how God’s grace can replace it with joy, gratitude, and a renewed sense of purpose.

Share the discussion and brotherhood with us!

If you would like the book to read along with us, please visit: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1990427596?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_4Y84VRCFY49Z90Q3H0JC&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_4Y84VRCFY49Z90Q3H0JC&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_4Y84VRCFY49Z90Q3H0JC&bestFormat=true