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Bishop Battersby installed as La Crosse's 11th bishop, 'singularly focused' on Christ

Former Detroit auxiliary bishop, 64, begins new role as shepherd of western-central Wisconsin diocese, birthplace of Fr. Solanus

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Bishop Battersby reflects on time in Detroit, move to La Crosse: 'It's about Jesus' (VIDEO)

As the former Detroit auxiliary bishop — a lifelong Detroit native — prepares for his installation May 20 at the Cathedral of St. Joseph the Workman in La Crosse, he sat down with Detroit Catholic one final time to reflect upon his love for Detroit, his formation as a bishop, and how he looks forward with confidence in the Holy Spirit to serving his new flock.

The power of stories: Those touched by Eucharist share testimonials of hope (VIDEO)

Archdiocesan choir featured in downtown Detroit’s Christmas tree lighting ceremony (VIDEO)

Hispanic Women’s Conference leaves women ‘ignited, full of the Holy Spirit’ (VIDEO)

On his 75th birthday, Archbishop Vigneron thanks God for a lifetime of blessings (VIDEO)

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Detroit Stories Episode 75: 'Young, Catholic and Living in the City' (PODCAST)

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Detroit Stories Episode 71: 'Team Rubicon' (PODCAST)

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May 21 | 6:30PM

Conciencia de la Vocación al Diaconado

May 22 | 6:30PM

Speaker Series at St. John's Resort: Scott Hahn "Road to Emmaus: Cultivating Eucharistic Amazement"

May 24 | 6:30PM

Young Adult Retreat: “In the Footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi”

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Third regional Eucharistic congress features flowers for Mary, songs for Jesus (PHOTOS)

Hundreds showed their love and devotion for Jesus and his mother Saturday, May 11, during the third regional Eucharistic congress held at St. Andrew Parish in Rochester.

Catholics gather for second regional Eucharistic congress (PHOTOS)

St. Joseph Parish celebrates 175 years of faith in Trenton community (PHOTOS)

Back when there were only a handful of Catholic churches and parishes in southeast Michigan, St. Joseph Parish stood in the heart of what would become downtown Trenton — known then as "Truago" to the settlers of the Downriver community.

Oakland University students carry cross through campus on Good Friday (PHOTOS)

On March 29, nearly two dozen students, led by Fr. Steve Mateja, a priest in solidum at St. John Fisher Chapel University Parish, took turns carrying the cross as the group prayed the rosary and Stations of the Cross as curious onlookers passed by.

High school, middle school students meet Eucharistic Lord at 'The Summit' (PHOTOS)

Schools from across the Archdiocese of Detroit were invited to attend the morning of prayer, which included breakout sessions in which students strengthened their understanding of the Eucharist, lunch and an opportunity for Eucharistic adoration.

'Songs of Freedom' honor Black history through heritage of spirituals (PHOTOS)

From times of slavery through modern-day oppression, 'the songs tell a story unlike any other,' guest vocalist says

Onward toward Easter: 793 candidates, catechumens ready to join Church (PHOTOS)

The Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament was filled several times over during the Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion as 360 catechumens and 433 candidates pledged their intention to continue toward the Easter vigil, when they will be welcomed into the sacraments of initiation.

Hundreds of faithful, clergy gather to pay final respects to Msgr. Trapp (PHOTOS)

Msgr. Trapp, who served for more than 30 years as a spiritual director, associate professor and mentor at Sacred Heart and as a beloved shepherd at his east-side parish for nearly the same length of time, touched countless lives in southeast Michigan.

Archbishop Vigneron celebrates 15 years as archbishop of Detroit (PHOTOS)

With the rest of the local Church, Detroit Catholic offers its gratitude and prayers for the archbishop's leadership, and asks God to continue to guide him in his ministry to southeast Michigan's faithful.

Black Catholic Ministries Gospel Choir boldly proclaims God's praise (PHOTOS)

Hundreds gathered to praise the Lord in song during the annual Black Catholic Ministries Gospel Choir Concert, held Nov. 5 at Mercy High School in Farmington Hills.

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National pilgrimage launches with 3,000 to 5,000 following Eucharist across Golden Gate Bridge

Eucharistic procession through streets of nation's capital draws hundreds of faithful

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T.M. Doran's latest novel, 'Seeing Red,' casts light on suffering, human dignity

Plymouth fiction author best known for fantasy series sets latest work in Michigan, includes reference to Blessed Solanus Casey

In God's image: Dearborn iconographer roots work in prayer when depicting the divine

Local Catholic mother of seven conquers doubts to publish first novel, 'Emma's Hero'

Orchard Lake fashion show honors Polish heritage, graduation of first all-girls class

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CHSL girls soccer finals produce 3 champions along with sideline commentary

Brother Rice, Lumen Christi and Greenhills are CHSL baseball champs

Mercy rules, 10-0, and claims fourth consecutive CHSL softball title

Four schools end championship dry spells in CHSL track and field meets

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Young adult ministry isn't a one-size-fits-all solution; how Detroit parishes, ministries find success with elusive demographic

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May They Rest in Peace: Sr. Helen Marie (Rosalea) Strawa, CSSF

May They Rest in Peace: Sr. Karen (Marie Theresa) Shirilla, SJ

May They Rest in Peace: Sr. Elizabeth Farrer, CSJ

May They Rest in Peace: Neil McCormick