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'Keeping Our Lamps Burning': Archbishop Weisenburger's Homily (32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time)

As the days grow shorter and the nights grow colder, the Church reminds us to keep watch and stay ready. In this homily for Nov. 8, 2026, the 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Archbishop Weisenburger reflects on Jesus’ parable of the wise and foolish bridesmaids and the importance of remaining vigilant in our faith. We do not know the day or the hour of the Lord's return, but we know His arrival is certain. May we keep our lamps burning and our hearts prepared.

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'Keeping Our Lamps Burning': Archbishop Weisenburger's Homily (32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time)

As the days grow shorter and the nights grow colder, the Church reminds us to keep watch and stay ready. In this homily for Nov. 8, 2026, the 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Archbishop Weisenburger reflects on Jesus’ parable of the wise and foolish bridesmaids and the importance of remaining vigilant in our faith. We do not know the day or the hour of the Lord's return, but we know His arrival is certain. May we keep our lamps burning and our hearts prepared.

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Hosting a meal and with College Propaedeutic II seminarians from Sacred Heart

On Tuesday, Nov. 3, Archbishop Weisenburger hosted seminarians from Sacred Heart Major Seminary's College Propaedeutic II class for dinner, prayers and fellowship at the episcopal residence. The archbishop is hosting each class of seminarians for an evening of prayer, conversation and fellowship as they continue to discern God's will for their lives.

All-school Mass and classroom visits at Divine Child in Dearborn

On Tuesday, Nov. 3, Archbishop Weisenburger celebrated an all-school Mass and visited classrooms at Divine Child Parish and School in Dearborn. The archbishop received a warm welcome from students and teachers at Divine Child's grade school and high school, who presented him with gifts showing off their school spirit. After visiting classrooms, Archbishop Weisenburger enjoyed a wonderful lunch with students, faculty and staff, where Fr. Bob McCabe led students in a prayer for the archbishop.

Praying at the graves of deceased Detroit bishops, priests on All Souls Day

On All Souls' Day, Monday, Nov. 2, Archbishop Weisenburger said Mass at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery to pray for the faithful departed. Following Mass, the Archbishop blessed the new Catholic Funeral and Cemetery Services' office building, on the grounds of the Southfield cemetery. Before leaving, Archbishop Weisenburger visited the graves of deceased Detroit bishops and priests, where he spent time in solitary prayer.

Joining seminarians for Sacred Heart's annual Halloween neighborhood celebration

On Saturday, Oct. 31, Archbishop Weisenburger joined seminarians from Sacred Heart Major Seminary for their annual Halloween candy giveaway, an opportunity for seminarians to share the joy of the season, connect with their Detroit neighbors and put their call to serve others into action. This year’s celebration marked the first Halloween outreach for Sacred Heart rector Fr. Kevin Creagh, CM, who also joined the seminary community for the festivities.

Hosting dinner with seminarians studying for the Archdiocese of Detroit

On Wednesday, Oct. 28, Archbishop Weisenburger hosted dinner with Discipleship I seminarians from Sacred Heart Major Seminary studying for the Archdiocese of Detroit. The archbishop is hosting each class of seminarians for an evening of prayer, conversation and fellowship as they continue to discern God's will for their lives.

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