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.
Celebrating Archbishop Emeritus Allen H. Vigneron's 78th birthday
On Wednesday, Oct. 21, Archbishop Weisenburger hosted a birthday celebration for Archbishop Emeritus Allen H. Vigneron, 78, at the episcopal residence. Joining the two archbishops was Cardinal Peter Ebere Okpaleke of the Diocese of Ekwulobia, Nigeria, who is currently visiting Detroit; Cardinal Okpaleke's secretary, Fr. Lawrence Nwankwo; Fr. Timothy Birney, vicar general and moderator of the curia for the Archdiocese of Detroit; Fr. Mario Amore, director of parish renewal and director of seminarians for the archdiocese; and Fr. Adam Nowak, Archbishop Weisenburger's priest-secretary and the archdiocese's vice chancellor.
Meeting with members of the Detroit Oakland Serra Club to support priestly vocations
On Monday, Oct. 19, Archbishop Weisenburger, met with local members of the Detroit Oakland Serra Club, a Catholic organization dedicated to promoting and supporting vocations to the priesthood, diaconate, and consecrated religious life. Members pray for vocations, encourage those discerning their calling, and support priests, religious sisters and brothers, and seminarians through fellowship and service to the Church. The organization presented the archbishop, Fr. Matthew Hood, director of priestly vocations, and Fr. Mario Amore, director of seminarians, with a generous donation of $7,000 to support the Office of Priestly Vocations.
Meeting with leadership of the Knights and Ladies of Peter Claver
On Monday, Oct. 19, Archbishop Weisenburger met with members of the senior leadership of The Knights of Peter Claver and Ladies Auxiliary at the Archdiocese of Detroit's Chancery. The Catholic fraternal organization was founded in 1909 to serve African American Catholics through faith, fellowship, and community service. Inspired by St. Peter Claver, the organization promotes spiritual growth, charitable works, leadership, and social justice while supporting families and communities.
Welcoming Cardinal Okpaleke to Detroit; visiting Solanus Casey Center
Cardinal Peter Ebere Okpaleke, left, bishop of the Diocese of Ekwulobia, Nigeria, visits the Solanus Casey Center in Detroit alongside Detroit Archbishop Edward J. Weisenburger, right, and Bro. Steven Kropp, OFM Cap.
On Thursday, Oct. 15, Archbishop Weisenburger accompanied Cardinal Peter Ebere Okpaleke of the Diocese of Ekwulobia, Nigeria, on a tour of the Solanus Casey Center in Detroit, part of Cardinal Okpaleke's three-week pastoral visit to the Archdiocese of Detroit. In addition to celebrating Mass at local parishes, Cardinal Okpaleke also plans to take time to visit fellow Nigerian priests in the area, the Nigerian diaspora community, while raising support for his diocese back home.
Mass and classroom visits at Most Holy Redeemer Parish and School in Detroit
On Tuesday, Oct. 13, Archbishop Weisenburger enjoyed a tour of Most Holy Redeemer School in southwest Detroit and celebrated Mass with the school community. The archbishop enjoyed spending time with students, faculty and staff and learning more about how Catholic education is thriving in southwest Detroit. As the archbishop visited multiple classrooms, students had the opportunity to ask questions, show off their classroom projects and share conversation with the archbishop about what makes Most Holy Redeemer a special place to learn and pray.
Visiting students and celebrating Mass at All Saints Catholic School in Canton
On Tuesday, Oct. 13, Archbishop Weisenburger visited All Saints Catholic School in Canton and had the opportunity to visit multiple classes, offer Mass, and share conversation with many bright young students. He enjoyed the time spent with students and faculty, and is inspired to see the beauty of Catholic education continuing to flourish in Canton. He is very grateful for the hospitality extended by the All Saints community.
Discernment weekend with 18 men discerning the possibility of seminary
Archbishop Weisenburger and Fr. Matthew Hood, director of priestly vocations for the Archdiocese of Detroit, share a laugh with 18 young men discerning the possibility of seminary next year at Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit. The archbishop offered a brief presentation and then engaged in a question-and-answer dialogue with the discerners. Archbishop Weisenburger enjoyed the time spent with these fine men, as did Fr. Hood, Fr. Mario Amore, Fr. Stephen Pullis, and others who assisted with a weekend experience.
Celebrating the 100th anniversary of St. Clare of Montefalco Parish in Grosse Pointe Park
Clergy with personal or ministry connections to St. Clare of Montefalco Parish in Grosse Pointe Park pose for a group photo with Archbishop Weisenburger at the conclusion of Mass for the parish's centennial on Oct. 11. Among them was Fr. Thomas Quirk (lower right), who was baptized at St. Clare of Montefalco and was ordained a priest by Archbishop Weisenburger eight years ago in Tucson, Arizona. At left is Fr. Andrew Kowalczyk, CSMA, the current pastor of St. Clare.
On Sunday, Oct. 11, Archbishop Weisenburger joined clergy and parishioners past and present in celebrating the centennial Mass for St. Clare of Montefalco Parish in Grosse Pointe Park. The historic parish, which for 86 years was under the care of the Augustinian friars, holds the distinction of being the place where Pope Leo XIV began his ordained ministry, as the future Holy Father was ordained a transitional deacon in 1981. Congregants came from far and wide to celebrate 100 years of faith, service and community and to thank God for the many blessings He has bestowed. During the Mass, Archbishop Weisenburger dedicated a new plaque marking the parish's centennial, and unveiled a message from Pope Leo himself offering his apostolic blessing upon the parish.
Celebrating a living faith at the 17th annual Hispanic Women’s Conference
On Saturday, Oct. 10, Archbishop Weisenburger celebrated Mass with more than 500 attendees of the Archdiocese of Detroit’s 17th annual Hispanic Women’s Conference, which took place at the Ford Community and Performing Arts Center in Dearborn. Women from across southeast Michigan and beyond gathered to share their faith with one another, enjoy fellowship and listen to great speakers, including Brenda Lorena García, Marcela Palos and Ma. Guadalupe (Lupita) Martínez Machuca. This year’s theme was “Diseñada para la Gloria“ (“Designed for His Glory”).
Archbishop Weisenburger with Beatriz Esquivel Ramos.