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State’s Catholic leaders encourage voters to ‘Civilize It’ this election season

In a year of heated arguments over pandemic, race relations and electoral politics, campaign seeks to bring human dignity back...

Daniel Meloy

Archdiocese honors patroness Ste. Anne on feast day with special Mass, hymn (AUDIO)

Faithful celebrate the ‘Church’s grandparents’ with special Mass and traditional Breton hymn at Detroit’s newest basilica,...

Jul 28

Retired Pope Benedict XVI is ‘extremely frail’ after visit to Germany, author says

VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- An author with a long and close relationship to retired Pope Benedict XVI told a German newspaper that...

Aug 3

Through life and death, Blessed Solanus’ powerful prayers bring faith and healing (VIDEO)

At the hospital where he died and every day since, Detroit's blessed porter continues to quell fears and offer God's miraculous...

Jul 26

Parishes team up to bring virtual Vacation Bible Schools to life for families

As parents, children seek socially distant summer catechesis programs, parishes get a preview of what ‘families of parishes’...

Jul 28

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Greg Erlandson

Counting our blessings even in the hard times

Sr. Maria Veritas Marks, OP

If we could see our sins clearly, we’d understand the depth of God’s mercy

Sr. Mary Martha Becnel, OP

‘Signs and wonders’ through Blessed Solanus, Ste. Anne a pledge of God’s deep love

Fr. Charles Fox

The critical question of 2020: Are you ‘all in’ for Jesus?

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PHOTO GALLERY: Ste. Anne novena honors Metro Detroit's diverse Catholic cultures

Annual devotion at Detroit's newest basilica highlights the many ways faith is lived in southeast Michigan DETROIT — From July 17 to July 26, the Basilica of Ste. Anne in southwest Detroit...

Fr. Colin Fricke: Being ordained ‘felt like it was an embrace of heaven’ (PHOTOS)

Fifth and final member of class of 2020 ordained to be an ‘agent of Jesus’ Passover,' archbishop says DETROIT — When Archbishop Allen H. Vigneron laid his hands on Fr. Colin Fricke’s head to...

Ordained a priest, Fr. Andrew Mabee excited to convey ‘God’s unbelievable love’ (PHOTOS)

Fourth member of class of 2020 excited to serve God’s people in the model of the Good Shepherd DETROIT — Fr. Andrew Mabee’s first words after being ordained June 8 at the Cathedral of the Most...

‘God is so good,’ Fr. David Pellican says after ordination to the priesthood (PHOTOS)

Third member of the class of 2020 thanks God the Father for ‘pouring out His Spirit’ in a powerful way DETROIT — Fr. David Pellican became the third member of the class of 2020 to be raised to the...

Fr. John Carlin ‘choked up’ after being ordained, serving Communion (PHOTOS)

Archbishop Vigneron ordains second member of class of 2020 to be an ‘agent of communion’ for the faithful DETROIT — Archbishop Allen H. Vigneron ordained the second member of the class of 2020 to...

Archbishop leads rosary for peace and racial justice at Ste. Anne (PHOTOS)

Nearly 150 people join chief shepherd in vigil as protests continue for a week and a half in Detroit, U.S. DETROIT — From the plaza outside the Basilica of Ste. Anne on Detroit’s southwest side,...

Newly ordained Fr. Mark Tibai: ‘I thank God for bestowing this great gift’ (PHOTOS)

Archbishop ordains first member of presbyteral class of 2020 at cathedral; four others to follow this week and next DETROIT — The Archdiocese of Detroit added its newest priest June 1 after...

Our Lady of Czestochowa Parish hosts 400 cars for Divine Mercy Holy Hour (PHOTOS)

STERLING HEIGHTS — On Divine Mercy Sunday, more than 400 cars arrived in the parking lot of Our Lady of Czestochowa Parish in Sterling Heights to pray. It was a Sunday, but it was anything but...

PHOTO GALLERY: The many faces of Detroit Catholics’ COVID-19 response

METRO DETROIT — Over the past month, as the coronavirus crisis has upended much of life for southeast Michigan, local Catholics have responded heroically with acts of faith, hope and service to...

Teenagers called to say 'yes' to faith at CYO Rainbow Conference XXXVIII

At CYO Rainbow XXXVIII, nearly 600 ninth through 12th graders congregated for two days of reflection, talks and community DETROIT⁠ — Being a teenager in 2020 is challenging. In a culture of...

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U.P.’s Totus Tuus missionaries turn to YouTube to spread Gospel amid pandemic

MARQUETTE, Mich. (CNS) -- St. Cecilia, St. Francis of Assisi and St. John Henry Newman are sharing their stories and coming...

Jul 28

‘God just decided to heal me’: As stage 4 cancer vanishes, woman’s faith overflows

Jul 26

Grandmother’s devotion to Ste. Anne leads to birth of daughter’s ‘miracle baby’

Jul 26

Volunteers beautify cathedral grounds as part of effort to reach out to community

Jul 24

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Faith leaders criticize Trump's plan to reject new DACA applicants

WASHINGTON — Faith leaders and immigrant advocates have denounced the Trump administration's plan to reject first-time...

Jul 30

COVID-19 changes campus classes, dining halls, dorms and maybe fees

Jul 30

German bishops continue debate over Vatican document on parishes

Jul 30

The care in careful: Pontifical universities prepare for classes in COVID-era

Jul 29

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Vatican dicastery launches ‘send a hug’ campaign for elderly isolated by pandemic

VATICAN CITY (CNA) -- The Vatican Dicastery for Laity, Family, and Life launched a new campaign Monday urging young people to...

Jul 27

Pope thanks pilgrim with disability who walked along Spain's 'Camino’

Jul 24

New Vatican Library website aims to serve scholars, entice curious

Jul 23

Not all in same boat: Some communities 'sink more easily,' archbishop says

Jul 22

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For this Catholic baseball player, a season off is ‘a relief’

PHILADELPHIA (CNA) -- Seth McGarry, a pitcher in the Philadelphia Phillies minor league system, has never really not played...

Jun 30

NFL dream now a reality for 2017 grad of Jesuit high school, newest Detroit Lion

May 28

No banquet, yet Catholic League finds a way to honor senior scholar-athletes

May 22

Once he retires, NFL quarterback Rivers to coach at Catholic high school

May 13

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Movie Review: ‘Palm Springs’

NEW YORK (CNS) -- There's an adolescent quality to the nihilism that underlies director Max Barbakow's feature debut, the...

Jul 23

'Brave New World,' streaming, Peacock

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Movie review: ‘Irresistible’

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Documentary on Servant of God Nicholas Black Elk to air June 21 on WXYZ-TV

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El Papa advierte que la falta de trabajo será un problema después de la pandemia

El Papa Francisco pidió este 2 de agosto rezar por “la pobreza y falta de trabajo” que serán “un problema” después de la...

Aug 3

Obispos de EEUU piden ayuda al Caucus Negro del Congreso para escuelas católicas

Aug 3

Benedicto XVI está enfermo desde su visita a Alemania

Aug 3

Arzobispo pidió que Guadalupe sea “auténtico pulmón de esperanza” en Año Jubilar

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State’s Catholic leaders encourage voters to ‘Civilize It’ this election season

Archdiocese honors patroness Ste. Anne on feast day with special Mass, hymn (AUDIO)

Retired Pope Benedict XVI is ‘extremely frail’ after visit to Germany, author says

Through life and death, Blessed Solanus’ powerful prayers bring faith and healing (VIDEO)

Parishes team up to bring virtual Vacation Bible Schools to life for families

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Archdiocese releases protocols for reopening Detroit-area Catholic schools this fall

During hymn-less Masses, parish musicians turn to ancient solution: antiphons (WITH AUDIO)

Basilica of Ste. Anne prepares to celebrate historic novena both online and in person

Archdiocese of Detroit clergy appointments: July 27, 2020

A year acceptable to the Lord: 48 priests celebrate 2,395 combined years of service

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Counting our blessings even in the hard times

If we could see our sins clearly, we’d understand the depth of God’s mercy

‘Signs and wonders’ through Blessed Solanus, Ste. Anne a pledge of God’s deep love

The critical question of 2020: Are you ‘all in’ for Jesus?

Galleries

PHOTO GALLERY: Ste. Anne novena honors Metro Detroit's diverse Catholic cultures

Fr. Colin Fricke: Being ordained ‘felt like it was an embrace of heaven’ (PHOTOS)

Ordained a priest, Fr. Andrew Mabee excited to convey ‘God’s unbelievable love’ (PHOTOS)

‘God is so good,’ Fr. David Pellican says after ordination to the priesthood (PHOTOS)

Fr. John Carlin ‘choked up’ after being ordained, serving Communion (PHOTOS)

Archbishop leads rosary for peace and racial justice at Ste. Anne (PHOTOS)

Newly ordained Fr. Mark Tibai: ‘I thank God for bestowing this great gift’ (PHOTOS)

Our Lady of Czestochowa Parish hosts 400 cars for Divine Mercy Holy Hour (PHOTOS)

PHOTO GALLERY: The many faces of Detroit Catholics’ COVID-19 response

Teenagers called to say 'yes' to faith at CYO Rainbow Conference XXXVIII

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U.P.’s Totus Tuus missionaries turn to YouTube to spread Gospel amid pandemic

‘God just decided to heal me’: As stage 4 cancer vanishes, woman’s faith overflows

Grandmother’s devotion to Ste. Anne leads to birth of daughter’s ‘miracle baby’

Volunteers beautify cathedral grounds as part of effort to reach out to community

National/World

Faith leaders criticize Trump's plan to reject new DACA applicants

COVID-19 changes campus classes, dining halls, dorms and maybe fees

German bishops continue debate over Vatican document on parishes

The care in careful: Pontifical universities prepare for classes in COVID-era

Vatican & Pope Francis

Vatican dicastery launches ‘send a hug’ campaign for elderly isolated by pandemic

Pope thanks pilgrim with disability who walked along Spain's 'Camino’

New Vatican Library website aims to serve scholars, entice curious

Not all in same boat: Some communities 'sink more easily,' archbishop says

Sports

For this Catholic baseball player, a season off is ‘a relief’

NFL dream now a reality for 2017 grad of Jesuit high school, newest Detroit Lion

No banquet, yet Catholic League finds a way to honor senior scholar-athletes

Once he retires, NFL quarterback Rivers to coach at Catholic high school

Arts

Movie Review: ‘Palm Springs’

'Brave New World,' streaming, Peacock

Movie review: ‘Irresistible’

Documentary on Servant of God Nicholas Black Elk to air June 21 on WXYZ-TV

Español

El Papa advierte que la falta de trabajo será un problema después de la pandemia

Obispos de EEUU piden ayuda al Caucus Negro del Congreso para escuelas católicas

Benedicto XVI está enfermo desde su visita a Alemania

Arzobispo pidió que Guadalupe sea “auténtico pulmón de esperanza” en Año Jubilar