Archdiocese of Detroit

On October 5, four men will be ordained permanent deacons for the Archdiocese of Detroit! Please keep these men and their families in your prayers as they prepare for ordination and beyond Christopher John Jaskowiec | Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament, Detroit Charles Martin Robeck | Our Lady of Sorrows, Farmington Mark Andrew Sienkowski | St. Lawrence, Utica Arvin Lee Stephenson | St. Paul of Tarsis, Clinton Township Saint Lawrence, patron saint of deacons, pray for us!

It’s the last chance to register for the Together in Holiness Catholic Marriage Enrichment Conference! Join the St. John Paul II Foundation and the Archdiocese of Detroit on Saturday, October 12, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for a day of growing in holiness with your spouse. Enjoy quality time with your significant other as you listen to dynamic speakers, grow in fellowship with other couples, and spend time in prayer. Archbishop Vigneron will begin the conference day with the celebration of Mass. This event is for both married and engaged couples. To register and to learn more, visit https://lnkd.in/gUTD-BEQ

Join us virtually on Saturday, October 5, at 10:00 a.m. as four men will be ordained permanent deacons for the Archdiocese of Detroit. Archbishop Allen H. Vigneron will celebrate Mass and ordain Chris Jakowiec, Charlie Robeck, Mark Sienkowski, and Arvin Stephenson to the permanent diaconate. In-person attendance to the ordination is by invitation only, but all are welcome to watch the liturgy via livestream at aod.org/livemasses. Please keep all four men and their families in your prayers as they prepare for ordination!

"Dear brothers and sisters, on this day dedicated to migrants and refugees, let us unite in prayer for all those who have had to leave their land in search of dignified living conditions. May we journey together with them, be “synodal” together, and entrust them, as well as the forthcoming Synod Assembly, 'to the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, a sign of sure hope and consolation to the faithful People of God as they continue their journey.'" —Pope Francis God, Almighty Father, we are your pilgrim Church journeying towards the Kingdom of heaven. We live in our homeland, but as if we were foreigners. Every foreign place is our home, yet every native land is foreign to us. Though we live on earth, our true citizenship is in heaven. Do not let us become possessive of the portion of the world you have given us as a temporary home. Help us to keep walking, together with our migrant brothers and sisters, toward the eternal dwelling you have prepared for us. Open our eyes and our hearts so that every encounter with those in need becomes an encounter with Jesus, your Son and our Lord. Amen.

“I come so that they might have life” - John 10:10 Join us on Sunday, October 6, at the Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament to celebrate a Mass of Thanksgiving for the Sanctity of Human Life. The Eucharist has the power to transform the depths of our hearts and the heart of our culture. United to the Eucharist, join us in prayer as we thank God for the gift of life and as we ask for the grace to continue promoting a culture of life, taking personal responsibility to surround those in need, especially mothers, with life-giving support and accompaniment. Find event details at https://lnkd.in/gcjpyF3T 

Join the Southeast Michigan business and professional community and UTG at Work for the 31st Annual Mass for Commerce on Wednesday, October 16, at 8:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Major Seminary. Enjoy a morning of inspiration and prayer, thanking God for his gifts of love and grace, and celebrate the principles of stewardship, service, and leadership. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/eEnmv_bb

Election Day is only two months away! On the latest episode of #EyesonJesus, Archbishop Vigneron shares advice for Catholics trying to navigate election season in an increasingly polarized society. Tune in to learn more about faithful citizenship, the Catholic response to political discourse and polarization, and some issues to consider when discerning which candidates to support. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/grR6rcgp Visit aod.org/election to access resources on faithful citizenship, including materials discussed during the episode.

Parishes from across the AOD will be witnessing to the power of God’s Mercy during the Eighth Annual Mercy in Action Service Day on Saturday, October 19th! 🙌   This event, hosted by individual vicariates, families of parishes, and parishes at multiple locations, brings together thousands of volunteers who courageously engage in the Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy. Contact your parish and see how you can get involved this year– the people of Southeast Michigan hunger for an experience of God’s Mercy like never before! Contact your parish to participate. We hope to see you there!

Join the Detroit Black Catholic Ministry office for the St. Joseph and Jesus: Father-Son Breakfast on Saturday, September 28, at Sacred Heart Major Seminary. Enjoy a morning of breakfast, fellowship, and engaging discussions on topics affecting Black men, Black youth, and the Catholic response. Fathers, father figures, sons, mentors, and mentees are warmly invited to attend. Learn more and register at https://lnkd.in/g2xKXbPq

Join us for the 15th Hispanic Women's Conference on Sunday, September 29 at the Ford Community and Performing Arts Center in Dearborn. Learn how to live your faith and life in imitation of the virtues of the Blessed Virgin Mary as you enjoy a day of sisterhood, dynamic talks, music, Eucharistic Adoration, and Holy Mass with Bishop Arturo Cepeda. This event is for women ages 13 and up (minors must be accompanied by an adult). Learn more and register on Eventbrite: https://lnkd.in/g4HD5krs