Welcoming summer interns to the Archdiocese of Detroit's Chancery
On Monday, June 8, Archbishop Weisenburger and Fr. Timothy Birney, moderator of the curia, welcomed six new interns who will spend the summer serving alongside coworkers in the Archdiocese of Detroit's Chancery. Pictured with Fr. Birney (left) and Archbishop Weisenburger (right) are (left to right) Michael Sullivan (University of Notre Dame '28), Ryan Illkman (Notre Dame '28), Aidan Brunt (Fairfield University '28), Aubrey Collignon (Notre Dame '29), Cara Finn (Notre Dame '28), and Juliana Paddock (Notre Dame '28). The interns support the Chancery's work in a variety of areas, including real estate, finance, accounting, operations and technology. Welcome!
Fun and fellowship at the Cabrini Festival in Allen Park
On Saturday, June 6, a warm early summer afternoon, Archbishop Weisenburger enjoyed great food, fun and even better company at the annual Cabrini Festival, hosted by St. Frances Cabrini Parish and School in Allen Park. Fr. John Herman, who serves the St. Frances Cabrini community, met the Archbishop and showed him around the grounds, introducing him to parishioners, volunteers and festival-goers.
Like a good shepherd, Fr. Herman volunteers to help in a very “hands-on” way.
Celebrating Sacred Heart Major Seminary at the Archbishop’s Gala
On Thursday, June 4, Archbishop Weisenburger joined friends, supporters, seminarians, faculty and benefactors of Sacred Heart Major Seminary for the annual Archbishop’s Gala, an evening of faith and celebration of Sacred Heart’s mission of “forming shepherds for the Good News,” at Saint John’s Resort in Plymouth. The evening was complete with a musical performance by the seminarian choir, a raffle and reception, where the archbishop and Sacred Heart’s leaders expressed their gratitude for the community’s support of the seminary.
Confirmations and a reception at Our Lady of Grace (Vietnamese) Parish in Warren
On Sunday, May 31, Archbishop Weisenburger celebrated confirmations at Our Lady of Grace (Vietnamese) Parish in Warren, where he joined confirmandi and their families afterward for a reception. The archbishop shared a few laughs and great conversation with parishioners and families who gathered at the parish for the special event.
"Finally, I found a volunteer hair donor," the archbishop joked. "And I'm in luck as his parents agree."
A visit to the audiologist, and a lighthearted moment
Archbishop Weisenburger visits the audiologist to have an impression created for a hearing aid. The archbishop joked that he sent the photo to friends and family for a caption contest: "My younger sister suggested, 'I don't know what it is, but I imagine it shooting out the other side.' I get no respect," he laughed.
With those discerning membership in the Order of Malta
On Tuesday, May 26, Archbishop Weisenburger attended an information night for those discerning joining the Michigan Area Order of Malta during a meeting at the National Shrine of the Little Flower Basilica's conference center in Royal Oak. Archbishop Weisenburger, a member of the order, holds up a chasuble representing the Order of Malta.
Confirmation of adults on Pentecost at the Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament
On May 24, the Solemnity of Pentecost, Archbishop Weisenburger presided over the confirmation of adults at the Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament in Detroit, a beautiful reminder that the Holy Spirit continues to call and strengthen disciples in every generation.
Ordination of four new priests for the Archdiocese of Detroit
On Saturday, May 23, Archbishop Weisenburger presided over the ordination of four new priests for the Archdiocese of Detroit, as newly ordained Frs. Lizandro Barba, Karl Finkbeiner, James Musgrave and Daniel Whalen received holy orders at the Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament in Detroit through the laying on of hands. Please pray for Detroit's new priests as they begin their ministry of service to God's people in southeast Michigan!
Archbishop Weisenburger embraces Fr. Daniel Whalen and his classmates after ordaining them to the priesthood.
Detroit's new priests celebrate the Eucharist for the first time, praying over the gifts of bread and wine as Archbishop Weisenburger elevates the host.
Fr. Daniel Whalen, left, and Fr. Karl Finkbeiner, right, offer Communion after being ordained priests.
On Mackinac Island for the annual Michigan Knights of Columbus Convention
From May 20-22, Archbishop Weisenburger traveled to Mackinac Island in northern Michigan for the annual Knights of Columbus State Convention at the Grand Hotel, where he gave the keynote address on May 20. The yearly gathering of Knights from throughout Michigan includes several Masses, a living rosary, updates and discussions about issues impacting the Knights, and the election of officers who will lead the statewide council in charity, unity, fraternity and patriotism over the next year. Archbishop Weisenburger is pictured here with Grand Rapids Bishop David J. Walkowiak outside the Grand Hotel.
Archbishop Weisenburger sits between Carmine Musumeci, left, supreme director of the Knights of Columbus, and Barry Borsenik, right, state deputy of the Michigan Knights of Columbus.
With Detroit's soon-to-be newest priests ahead of their ordination
On Tuesday, May 19, following an ordination rehearsal at the Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament, Archbishop Weisenburger hosted the transitional deacons who will be ordained to the priesthood this weekend for the Archdiocese of Detroit. The archbishop blessed the ordinandi's chalices and patens, which they will receive May 23 at their ordination, and enjoyed dinner and fraternity. Pictured with the archbishop (left to right) are Deacons Karl Finkbeiner, Lizandro Barba and Daniel Whalen. Deacon James Musgrave, who will also be ordained on May 23, was unable to attend.
