In his homily, Cardinal Pizzaballa drew parallels between the biblical prophet Isaiah’s vision of rebuilding amidst destruction and the current devastation and humanitarian crisis in the Middle East, emphasizing the Church’s role in encouraging and promoting peace and stability.

“Hope cannot stand alone. Hope needs faith,” the patriarch… Read more

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Despite devastation, 'hope is still there' in Gaza, Cardinal Pizzaballa tells Detroiters - Detroit Catholic

Patriarch celebrates Mass, shares firsthand experiences with local Chaldean community on first day of Metro Detroit pastoral visit

Maria Sinishtaj recalls praying for a diagnosis so that she could give her condition a name and know what she was fighting, rather than constantly punching thin air.

Finally, in 2009, she received a diagnosis of postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, otherwise known as POTS — Sinishtaj was ecstatic as she began a course of treatment, and… Read more

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After years of suffering with illness, local author finds hope in Christ's compassion - Detroit Catholic

Enduring years of physical and emotional suffering, Maria Sinishtaj found the only path to transformative healing was Christ

Of all the places to worship in Canton, St. John Neumann Parish ranks at the top of the list — at least, according to the city’s residents.

The city of Canton awarded St. John Neumann its 2025 People’s Choice for Place of Worship, singling out the parish among more than 30 places of worship in Canton alone.

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Canton parish humbled by community recognition as 2025 'People's Choice' winner - Detroit Catholic

'Nice surprise' as St. John Neumann Parish awarded Canton Chamber of Commerce's 2025 People’s Choice for Place of Worship

As Pope Leo XIV embarked on his first apostolic journey outside Italy since his election, Detroit-area Maronite Catholics expressed joy, hope and prayers for a fruitful visit.

The pope’s weeklong visit to Turkey and Lebanon — two countries, as the Holy See has noted, of profound significance in the history of Christianity — comes during the… Read more

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Detroit's Maronite Catholics say pope's historic visit to Lebanon is 'meaningful' - Detroit Catholic

Metro Detroit is home to one of the largest populations of Lebanese-Americans in the U.S., including many Maronite Catholics

Members of the faithful gathered Nov. 22 to remember and celebrate their American Indian ancestors, heritage and Catholic faith.

The celebration at St. John XXIII Parish in Redford Township was sponsored by the Archdiocese of Detroit’s Office of Cultural Ministries and led by Deacon Steve Morello, himself a member of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe… Read more

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Native American community recognizes God's grace in creation, family histories - Detroit Catholic

St. Kateri Tekakwitha and Servant of God Nicholas Black Elk highlighted as models of faith; participants share own family stories

Thanksgiving is a “beautiful feast” that reminds everyone to be grateful for the gifts they have been given, Pope Leo XIV said.

“Say thank you to someone,” the pope suggested two days before the U.S. holiday when he met reporters outside his residence in Castel Gandolfo before returning to the Vatican after a day off.

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Gratitude should accompany your turkey and pie, pope says - Detroit Catholic

VATICAN CITY (CNS) – Thanksgiving is a "beautiful feast" that reminds everyone to be grateful for the gifts they have been given, Pope Leo XIV said.

Throughout the year, the Congregation of Sisters of St. Felix of Cantalice Third Order Regular of St. Francis of Assisi — commonly known as the Felician Sisters — has held celebrations and events to commemorate the impact of the Felicians on the Church, inspired by the order’s founder, Blessed Mary Angela Truszkowska, who founded the Felicians… Read more

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Felician Sisters look to future, reflect on past as 150th anniversary concludes - Detroit Catholic

Bishop Lewandowski encourages Felicians to be 'bearers of the Word to the world' as community finishes yearlong celebration

Approximately 300 teens and chaperones made their way back to the Archdiocese of Detroit after spending three days at the National Catholic Youth Conference in Indianapolis, all uniquely touched by the Holy Spirit, having spent time with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament and in conversation with Pope Leo XIV.

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Detroit-area young people inspired after dialogue with Pope Leo in Indianapolis - Detroit Catholic

Nearly 300 teens, chaperones and youth ministers from Detroit area joined peers at 2025 National Catholic Youth Conference