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Sep 24, 2021

New full-time chaplain, new location breathe life into Detroit campus ministry

Our Lady of the Rosary’s former convent serving as home base for ministry that’s in ‘rebuild mode’ after a year spent remote...

Daniel Meloy

Detroit Stories Episode 20: ‘Visions of a Better Life’ (PODCAST)

John Daraban was homeless, addicted and away from the Church, until visions of the Blessed Mother and Solanus Casey led him...

Sep 23, 2021

Downriver parishes come together as one during Family of Parishes commissioning Mass

Fr. Gawronski formally installed as moderator of new Family designed to share priests, resources to advance mission ...

Sep 22, 2021

Families get a chance to say goodbye at Catholic cemeteries’ ‘Remember Me’ events

Events give closures to families who couldn't have a funeral for loved ones because of COVID-19 CLINTON TOWNSHIP ─ Jean...

Sep 21, 2021

5,100 years of dedication to God: Religious jubilarians mark anniversaries of service

Archbishop Vigneron recognizes years of devotion with 2020 and 2021 religious jubilarians DETROIT –– On Saturday, September...

Sep 20, 2021

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Greg Erlandson

The lethal tenderness of the death doctors

Sean M. Wright

Exulting in the Exaltation of the Holy Cross

Sr. Maria Veritas Marks, OP

How do we solve analysis paralysis? By focusing on God’s choice of us

Archbishop Allen H. Vigneron

Let’s pray today for the Blessed Virgin’s motherly protection

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‘Remember Me’ services offer families a way to memorialize loved ones (PHOTOS)

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — On Saturday, Sept. 18, thousands of people got a chance to say goodbye to loved ones who died during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic during special memorial services at five...

East-side Detroit pastor takes ‘working in the vineyard’ to a literal level (PHOTOS)

DETROIT — As a priest in the Catholic Church, Msgr. Daniel Trapp knows all about working in the Lord’s vineyard. He also knows a little something about working in the earth’s vineyards, having...

During Year of St. Joseph, dads march with the Eucharist on Father’s Day (PHOTOS)

DETROIT — Catholics joined in a Eucharistic procession through the streets of Detroit on Saturday, June 19, in honor of Father’s Day. The 1.6-mile procession began at St. Aloysius Parish on...

Capuchin friars offer ‘blessing of the tools’ for Father’s Day (PHOTOS)

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP — In the year of St. Joseph, the carpenter, the Capuchin friars of the Province of St. Joseph hosted a “blessing of the tools” prayer service on Father’s Day weekend, June 19....

Archbishop blesses new Stations of the Cross at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery (PHOTOS)

SOUTHFIELD — Archbishop Allen H. Vigneron celebrated an outdoor Mass on Saturday, June 5, at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Southfield as he dedicated a new cremation garden and marble Stations of the...

Archbishop blesses Catholic Charities’ Center for the Works of Mercy (PHOTOS)

DETROIT — Archbishop Allen H. Vigneron visited the Center for the Works of Mercy following Mass on June 6, the feast of Corpus Christi. The archbishop formally blessed Catholic Charities of...

PHOTO GALLERY: Catholics bring Christ to the streets during feast of Corpus Christi

DETROIT — Catholics across the Archdiocese of Detroit participated in Eucharistic processions June 6, a tradition for the solemnity of Corpus Christi. The processions, meant to honor the Most Holy...

PHOTO GALLERY: ‘Walk Among the Saints’ invites passersby to meet heavenly heroes

DETROIT — Catholic families are known to be big. But the entire Catholic family is bigger than most people realize. High school students and their families were invited to meet their extended...

PHOTO GALLERY: Life-size Stations of the Cross at Resurrection Cemetery on Good Friday

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Dozens of Catholics gathered on Good Friday, April 2, to participate in a Stations of the Cross devotion at Resurrection Cemetery. Led by Fr. Michael Quaine, pastor of St....

PHOTO GALLERY: Archbishop celebrates St. Patrick’s Day Mass at Most Holy Trinity

DETROIT — About 300 people gathered for a subdued — but still lively — celebration of St. Patrick’s Day at Most Holy Trinity Parish in Detroit’s Corktown neighborhood on March 17. Detroit...

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God wants to heal, not ‘fix’ people, speakers tell hundreds at Plymouth event

‘Healing the Whole Person’ Conference hosted by John Paul II Healing Center at Our Lady of Good Counsel inspires trust in God’s...

Sep 17, 2021

The deacons’ wives: Heart of the domestic church, backbone of the family

Sep 16, 2021

Three men prepare to serve the Lord and his faithful as permanent deacons

Sep 15, 2021

After 9/11 attacks, local judge’s Catholic faith inspired ‘Patriot Week’ celebration

Sep 14, 2021

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U.K. bishops fight assisted suicide bills, plan novena to St. John Paul

MANCHESTER, England (CNS) ─ Catholic bishops of England and Wales are planning a novena to St. John Paul in the nine days...

Sep 23, 2021

Oregon parish plans to pray, keep watch in case of Columbus Day vandalism

Sep 23, 2021

U.K. faith leaders issue common declaration ahead of COP26

Sep 22, 2021

Cardinal concerned over plan to help Australia with nuclear-powered subs

Sep 22, 2021

Vatican & Pope Francis

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Central Europe trip was about honoring roots, moving forward, pope says

VATICAN CITY (CNS) –– A living faith draws strength from remembering the past while continuing to grow in love of God and...

Sep 22, 2021

Pope: Christ's cross an invitation to set aside divisive agendas

Sep 21, 2021

Church needs to hear God speaking through those who are hurting, pope says

Sep 20, 2021

Vatican to require vaccination proof or negative COVID-19 test

Sep 20, 2021

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A ‘favorite son’ among 28 inductees welcomed into the CHSL Hall of Fame

CLINTON TO W NSHIP – A “favorite son of the Ca th olic L e ague ” was among 28 inductees welcomed into the...

Sep 23, 2021

It’s a happy ‘new football season’ for Royal Oak Shrine

Sep 21, 2021

On ‘Victory Day,’ athletes help special-needs students experience football thrills

Sep 15, 2021

A volleyball showdown: No. 2 Notre Dame upsets No. 1 Marian

Sep 10, 2021

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Worthy of Wearing: How dressing well can help women (and men) unleash the Gospel

In new book, author says personal style goes beyond physical appearance; rather, it’s a way to acknowledge one’s worth in...

Sep 2, 2021

Shrine hosts weekly showings, reflection on popular biblical TV drama ‘The Chosen’

Aug 5, 2021

Moving from ‘How dare you market God?’ to ‘How do you market God?’

Jul 28, 2021

New Latin Mass companion makes extraordinary form accessible to all

Jul 6, 2021

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May They Rest in Peace: Sr. Rosalind Naebers, IHM

Sr. Rosalind Naebers, IHM, died Sept. 9, 2021, at her home, the IHM Senior Living Community. Mary Rosalind Naebers was born on...

Sep 17, 2021

May They Rest in Peace: Sr. Mary Agnestine (Martha Marie) Rosinski, CSSF

Sep 17, 2021

May They Rest in Peace: Deacon George Posavetz

Sep 15, 2021

May They Rest in Peace: Sr. Gloria Glinski, IHM

Sep 3, 2021

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Papa invita a seguir ejemplo del Padre Pío para ser instrumentos del amor de Dios

En el día en que la Iglesia Católica universal recuerda la memoria litúrgica de San Pio de Pietrelcina, el Papa Francisco...

Sep 23, 2021

Portavoz del Vaticano en la ONU: Minorías cristianas se enfrentan a la extinción

Sep 23, 2021

El Papa debate con el Consejo de Cardenales sobre el próximo Sínodo de los Obispos

Sep 22, 2021

El Papa reconoce labor de las Misioneras de la Caridad: rezan y sirven, rezan y ayudan

Sep 22, 2021

‘Detroit Stories’ Podcast

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Detroit Stories Episode 19: ‘Serving God and Country’ (PODCAST)

Deacon Steve Morello was uniquely positioned to serve the Lord and the American people in the aftermath of the tragedies of...

Sep 9, 2021

Detroit Stories Episode 18: The Front Lines of Mental Health (PODCAST)

Aug 25, 2021

Detroit Stories Episode 17: ‘Heroic Love and Family Planning’ (PODCAST)

Jul 20, 2021

Detroit Stories Episode 16: ‘A Feast for Detroit’ (PODCAST)

Jun 17, 2021

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New full-time chaplain, new location breathe life into Detroit campus ministry

Detroit Stories Episode 20: ‘Visions of a Better Life’ (PODCAST)

Downriver parishes come together as one during Family of Parishes commissioning Mass

Families get a chance to say goodbye at Catholic cemeteries’ ‘Remember Me’ events

5,100 years of dedication to God: Religious jubilarians mark anniversaries of service

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May They Rest in Peace: Sr. Mary Conway, CSJ

Share God's love, don't just lament lack of faith, pope tells bishops

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Three men prepare to serve the Lord and his faithful as permanent deacons

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Archdiocese of Detroit clergy appointments: Sept. 21, 2021

Archdiocese’s new evangelization director brings an educator’s heart to ministry

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The lethal tenderness of the death doctors

Exulting in the Exaltation of the Holy Cross

How do we solve analysis paralysis? By focusing on God’s choice of us

Let’s pray today for the Blessed Virgin’s motherly protection

Galleries

‘Remember Me’ services offer families a way to memorialize loved ones (PHOTOS)

East-side Detroit pastor takes ‘working in the vineyard’ to a literal level (PHOTOS)

During Year of St. Joseph, dads march with the Eucharist on Father’s Day (PHOTOS)

Capuchin friars offer ‘blessing of the tools’ for Father’s Day (PHOTOS)

Archbishop blesses new Stations of the Cross at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery (PHOTOS)

Archbishop blesses Catholic Charities’ Center for the Works of Mercy (PHOTOS)

PHOTO GALLERY: Catholics bring Christ to the streets during feast of Corpus Christi

PHOTO GALLERY: ‘Walk Among the Saints’ invites passersby to meet heavenly heroes

PHOTO GALLERY: Life-size Stations of the Cross at Resurrection Cemetery on Good Friday

PHOTO GALLERY: Archbishop celebrates St. Patrick’s Day Mass at Most Holy Trinity

Local

God wants to heal, not ‘fix’ people, speakers tell hundreds at Plymouth event

The deacons’ wives: Heart of the domestic church, backbone of the family

Three men prepare to serve the Lord and his faithful as permanent deacons

After 9/11 attacks, local judge’s Catholic faith inspired ‘Patriot Week’ celebration

National/World

U.K. bishops fight assisted suicide bills, plan novena to St. John Paul

Oregon parish plans to pray, keep watch in case of Columbus Day vandalism

U.K. faith leaders issue common declaration ahead of COP26

Cardinal concerned over plan to help Australia with nuclear-powered subs

Vatican & Pope Francis

Central Europe trip was about honoring roots, moving forward, pope says

Pope: Christ's cross an invitation to set aside divisive agendas

Church needs to hear God speaking through those who are hurting, pope says

Vatican to require vaccination proof or negative COVID-19 test

Sports

A ‘favorite son’ among 28 inductees welcomed into the CHSL Hall of Fame

It’s a happy ‘new football season’ for Royal Oak Shrine

On ‘Victory Day,’ athletes help special-needs students experience football thrills

A volleyball showdown: No. 2 Notre Dame upsets No. 1 Marian

Arts

Worthy of Wearing: How dressing well can help women (and men) unleash the Gospel

Shrine hosts weekly showings, reflection on popular biblical TV drama ‘The Chosen’

Moving from ‘How dare you market God?’ to ‘How do you market God?’

New Latin Mass companion makes extraordinary form accessible to all

Obituaries

May They Rest in Peace: Sr. Rosalind Naebers, IHM

May They Rest in Peace: Sr. Mary Agnestine (Martha Marie) Rosinski, CSSF

May They Rest in Peace: Deacon George Posavetz

May They Rest in Peace: Sr. Gloria Glinski, IHM

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Papa invita a seguir ejemplo del Padre Pío para ser instrumentos del amor de Dios

Portavoz del Vaticano en la ONU: Minorías cristianas se enfrentan a la extinción

El Papa debate con el Consejo de Cardenales sobre el próximo Sínodo de los Obispos

El Papa reconoce labor de las Misioneras de la Caridad: rezan y sirven, rezan y ayudan

‘Detroit Stories’ Podcast

Detroit Stories Episode 19: ‘Serving God and Country’ (PODCAST)

Detroit Stories Episode 18: The Front Lines of Mental Health (PODCAST)

Detroit Stories Episode 17: ‘Heroic Love and Family Planning’ (PODCAST)

Detroit Stories Episode 16: ‘A Feast for Detroit’ (PODCAST)