For Dana Jonas, it will be the continuation of a journey that began 55 years ago on another continent.

For her 18-year-old son, Eric, it’s the start of a journey of inclusion and community.

Both will come into full communion with the Catholic Church this Easter Vigil at St. Joseph Church in Port Huron, part of Holy Trinity Parish. The… Read more

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Joyfully, mother and son to enter Church together at Easter vigil in Port Huron - Detroit Catholic

Dana Jonas was baptized 55 years ago in Czechoslovakia; will be confirmed alongside 18-year-old son with autism

The R’s were rolling, as were the laughs, at Sacred Heart Major Seminary on Friday and Saturday, April 4 and 5, as the seminarians presented “H.M.S. Pinafore” for their annual spring production. For most of the seminarians in the cast, the show marked their first time tackling a theatrical style unfamiliar to them — operatic comedy.

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Seminarians complete a successful sailing on the ‘H.M.S. Pinafore’ in annual theater performance - Detroit Catholic

Performance of Gilbert & Sullivan musical at Sacred Heart garners rave reviews as seminarians put unique twist on a timeless classic

Three times, Archbishop Edward J. Weisenburger has received a call to shepherd a new diocese, and three times, he’s said yes.

Each time he’s taken his seat upon his new cathedra — the moment when a new bishop receives authority in his diocese — he’s felt the weight and solemnity of the moment.

During his first sit-down interview with Detroit… Read more

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As Archbishop Weisenburger begins his ministry, he reflects on a journey of faith - Detroit Catholic

In introductory interview, Detroit's new shepherd shares about his roots, vocation and hopes for a bright future in Motor City

SS. Peter and Paul Parish in North Branch might be a small parish, but that hasn’t stopped its teenagers from doing big things to bring parishioners closer to Christ.

Val Bader, director of youth ministry for the parish, had the idea for the event as she walked on the paths of her 47-acre property last year. Over the years, she and her husband… Read more

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North Branch youth group creates unique Lenten experience for parishioners - Detroit Catholic

With 'Stations of the Cross in the Woods,' teens invite SS. Peter and Paul parishioners to pray with Christ in a peaceful setting

“Just to be in a room with people who are living on mission — I genuinely mean this — is so honoring,” Fr. Schmitz told approximately 2,000 teachers from Detroit-area Catholic schools during the daylong F.I.R.E. conference April 4. “To work in Catholic schools is to be on mission. Whether that’s behind the front desk, in administration or those… Read more

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Fr. Mike Schmitz reminds local teachers making disciples is their primary mission - Detroit Catholic

2,000 educators from Detroit-area Catholic schools gather at F.I.R.E. conference for a day of prayer, reflection and community

The Catholic approach to immigration flows directly from Our Lord, who identifies Himself among the “least brothers of mine.” Jesus includes “welcoming the stranger” as a work of mercy He asks us to perform for the poor and the vulnerable — and in turn, for Him.

The Church’s perspective on immigration is guided by the fundamental Catholic… Read more

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FOCUS: Seeing Christ in the immigrant — a Catholic primer on immigration - Detroit Catholic

The Catholic approach to the complex topic of immigration is rooted in Our Lord's call to serve the 'least brothers of mine'

Supporters of life gathered April 2 at the San Marino Club in Troy for the 47th annual Respect Life Benefit dinner, co-sponsored by the Michigan State Council of the Knights of Columbus and Right to Life of Michigan.

The annual dinner will help support a pro-life advertisement campaign sponsored by Right to Life of Michigan, set to air in… Read more

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Defending the most vulnerable takes courage, Respect Life benefit speaker says - Detroit Catholic

Lisa Gigliotti shares powerful story of faith, perseverance in the face of hardship during 47th annual Respect Life Benefit Dinner

Loyola High School students have a new place in which to worship the Lord on campus.

Archbishop Edward J. Weisenburger, along with leaders of Loyola High School, the Detroit Jesuit community, and donors to the “Empower Loyola” campaign, dedicated the St. Peter Claver Chapel, part of the John & Margaret Clark Memorial Chapel Complex, during… Read more

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Loyola High School celebrates blessing of first new chapel in Detroit in 60 years - Detroit Catholic

Archbishop Weisenburger blesses St. Peter Claver Chapel, welcome center as school caps $9 million 'Empower Loyola' campaign