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In extraordinary blessing, pope says COVID-19 not God's judgment, but a call to faith

In a rain-soaked St. Peter’s Square, Pope Francis invokes God’s mercy, offers world extraordinary blessing ‘urbi et orbi’ with...

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West Bloomfield church’s parking lot adoration proves ‘the Lord is not absent’

While stay-home order places further plans on hold, priests say they’re constantly thinking of creative ways to minister WEST...

Mar 27

Games, walks and family bonding: Local families say crisis is building domestic church

As college students move home, parents work remotely and kids take classes online, families find rare opportunity for...

Mar 26

Public Holy Week liturgies ‘not possible’ in light of coronavirus spread, archbishop says

Archdiocese of Detroit to follow Michigan governor’s ‘stay home’ order, impacting parishes, sacraments until at least April 13 ...

Mar 23

10 guideposts for Christians in the time of the coronavirus pandemic

The following is a message from Archbishop Allen H. Vigneron to the people of the Archdiocese of Detroit: In my service as...

Mar 18

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U of D Jesuit senior, Haiti native gets ‘life-changing’ scholarship as a golf caddy

Mar 27

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Pope Francis will offer Easter liturgies in St. Peter's Basilica and with no public

Mar 27

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How to watch, participate in Pope Francis’ special ‘urbi et orbi’ blessing Friday at 1 p.m.

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Fr. Charles Fox

While COVID-19 has separated us, Christ draws us together

Sr. Maria Veritas Marks, OP

Remembering our death helps us live more fully alive

Greg Erlandson

In this crisis, we have an opportunity for gratitude and service

Sr. Mary Martha Becnel, OP

Without the Eucharist, we find Christ in the Scriptures and in one another

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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...

Byzantine church hosts one of the largest collections of relics in southeast Michigan

Sacred Heart in Livonia's All Saints Shrine home to more than 100 relics, inspired by pastor's search for St. Nicholas LIVONIA — A local priest’s devotion to St. Nicholas has turned his parish...

Star of the Sea students get into the saintly spirit for All Saints Day (PHOTOS)

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — There were saints in the halls of Our Lady Star of the Sea School in Grosse Pointe Woods on Thursday, Oct. 31. Well, students dressed up as saints anyway. While some...

Hundreds of Hispanic Catholic women learn of God's love, share faith at 10th annual conference (PHOTOS)

DETROIT — On Saturday, Oct. 19, hundreds of Hispanic Catholic women gathered at Sacred Heart Major Seminary for a daylong conference celebrating their faith and heritage. The 10th annual...

Catholics in Detroit, Windsor turn to Blessed Mother during cross-border rosary (VIDEO)

International event gathers Catholics worldwide to pray for protection of all nations DETROIT — Turning to the Blessed Virgin Mary for the spiritual protection of both nations, Catholics gathered...

Setting the table: Archbishop Vigneron ordains four men to permanent diaconate (PHOTOS)

Deacons Van Dyke, Poyer, Billotto and Guardiola come from diverse backgrounds, but share mission to serve God and His Church DETROIT — Promises were made, hugs were exchanged and tears of joy were...

Man’s blessed friend: Local churches offer special graces for fur-faced parishioners (PHOTOS)

Pets play special role in owners' salvation, Franciscan friar says of animal blessing on feast of St. Francis of Assisi BERKLEY — There were a few barks during the benedictions, but mostly...

As more than 500 Catholics descend upon Comerica Park, Tigers beat baseball's best team

'Catholic Night at Comerica Park' features faith-filled fellowship, raises $2,590 for Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan DETROIT — Maybe the Blessed Virgin Mary is a Detroit Tigers fan. ...

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Pope names Gaylord’s Bishop Raica to be next bishop of Birmingham, Alabama

Sacred Heart Major Seminary alumnus has headed northern Michigan diocese since 2014; will succeed Bishop Robert Baker ...

Mar 25

Detroit’s bishops to lead weekly live rosary with faithful at 7 p.m. Wednesdays

Mar 25

Veteran Free Press reporter details history of IHM Sisters with ‘Images of America’ book

Mar 24

Fr. Pullis hosts nightly Facebook Live for quarantined Catholics wanting to chat

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In extraordinary blessing, pope says COVID-19 not God's judgment, but a call to faith

West Bloomfield church’s parking lot adoration proves ‘the Lord is not absent’

Games, walks and family bonding: Local families say crisis is building domestic church

Public Holy Week liturgies ‘not possible’ in light of coronavirus spread, archbishop says

10 guideposts for Christians in the time of the coronavirus pandemic

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U of D Jesuit senior, Haiti native gets ‘life-changing’ scholarship as a golf caddy

Pope Francis will offer Easter liturgies in St. Peter's Basilica and with no public

Catholic entities expect to receive aid under emergency relief bill

Coronavirus may produce misery beyond disease to migrants, home countries

Pope thanks those who help, pray for vulnerable during pandemic

How to watch, participate in Pope Francis’ special ‘urbi et orbi’ blessing Friday at 1 p.m.

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How to watch, participate in Pope Francis’ special ‘urbi et orbi’ blessing Friday at 1 p.m.

Archdiocese of Detroit suspends all public Masses until April 6 to combat spread of COVID-19

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How Catholics can receive a plenary indulgence on Fridays during Lent

Archdiocese issues guidelines for schools, parishes in light of coronavirus concerns

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While COVID-19 has separated us, Christ draws us together

Remembering our death helps us live more fully alive

In this crisis, we have an opportunity for gratitude and service

Without the Eucharist, we find Christ in the Scriptures and in one another

Galleries

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

Byzantine church hosts one of the largest collections of relics in southeast Michigan

Star of the Sea students get into the saintly spirit for All Saints Day (PHOTOS)

Hundreds of Hispanic Catholic women learn of God's love, share faith at 10th annual conference (PHOTOS)

Catholics in Detroit, Windsor turn to Blessed Mother during cross-border rosary (VIDEO)

Setting the table: Archbishop Vigneron ordains four men to permanent diaconate (PHOTOS)

Man’s blessed friend: Local churches offer special graces for fur-faced parishioners (PHOTOS)

As more than 500 Catholics descend upon Comerica Park, Tigers beat baseball's best team

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Pope names Gaylord’s Bishop Raica to be next bishop of Birmingham, Alabama

Detroit’s bishops to lead weekly live rosary with faithful at 7 p.m. Wednesdays

Veteran Free Press reporter details history of IHM Sisters with ‘Images of America’ book

Fr. Pullis hosts nightly Facebook Live for quarantined Catholics wanting to chat

National/World

At Fatima, 24 countries consecrated to Jesus and Mary amid the coronavirus pandemic

USCCB website now offering resources for Catholics amid COVID-19 pandemic

Catholic agencies: Move refugees from Greece to avoid pandemic disaster

AA under quarantine: How coronavirus is changing 12-step recovery programs

Vatican & Pope Francis

Official living in same residence as pope is positive for COVID-19

What is a plenary indulgence?

Pope prays that world may overcome fear

Pope pays tribute to women religious caring for the sick

Sports

Raging virus pandemic has high school sports’ ‘world changed,’ local ADs say

Local Catholic college athletes left hanging after suspension of sports activities

De La Salle’s Anthony Killop is no hulk, but he is an incredible powerlifter

MHSAA suspends winter tournaments amid COVID-19 concerns

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Even before PBS airing, Dorothy Day film tops Amazon documentary chart

Movie Review: 'Parasite'

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