  Pharmer_b Member Username: Pharmer_b Post Number: 9 Registered: 08-2007 |
I hope this isn't too off-topic, but since there seem to be a lot for former Catholic school kids here I'll give it a shot. I'm a lapsed Catholic with an interest in returning to the Church. Can anyone recommend a good Detroit area parish, or a Detroit priest, with a special interest in this ministry? Any guidance will be appreciated! | ||
Crew Member Username: Crew Post Number: 1349 Registered: 02-2004 |
Nativity on McClellan Fr. Jerry Singer great guy | ||
Oliverdouglas Member Username: Oliverdouglas Post Number: 115 Registered: 02-2006 |
Gesu - across from UD Mercy McNichols campus. | ||
Detroithabitater Member Username: Detroithabitater Post Number: 30 Registered: 10-2006 |
St. Leo's on grand river is a very community oriented parish. So is St. Charles Borromeo on the east side. in southwest I like St. Hedwig, St. Francis and a friend of mine is pastor at Our Lady Queen of Angles (Fr. Tony Richter). | ||
E_hemingway Member Username: E_hemingway Post Number: 1311 Registered: 11-2004 |
Sts. Peter & Paul Fr. Bonk http://www.aodonline.org/nr/ao d/customapplications/parish/pa rish.asp?InstitutionID=259&FRA MELESS=true&NRNODEGUID=%7B2FF9 2941-2657-4A86-A99A-0010DE3640 35%7D This church is attached to UofD Mercy's downtown law school campus and is run by the Jesuits, the progressive arm of the church. It is also the oldest church building in the metro area. It's very beautiful, full of old-world ornamentation and once served as the arch diocese's cathedral. One of its missions is operating a homeless outreach center that specializes in helping them find jobs. This is a more mature parish filled with mostly adults, but there are a few families with kids running around. It's by far one of the most diverse Catholic churches I have ever been in. There are people of all colors, economic levels and backgrounds. It's one of those places that is welcoming to just about everybody. I can't say enough good things about it and this is coming from a person who has had some big issues with the church in recent years. This church, or any Jesuit-run parish, would be a great place for any lapsed or recovering Catholic. | ||
Pam Member Username: Pam Post Number: 2445 Registered: 11-2005 |
I've attended mass at a lot of churches in the city with my Catholic mom just as a tourist so I don't have any hard info., just impressions. Based on that I thought Most Holy Trinity in Corktown seemed to have a diverse, friendly congregation. | ||
Miketeevee Member Username: Miketeevee Post Number: 18 Registered: 07-2005 |
If you're looking for a TRADITIONAL and CONSERVATIVE Catholic parish, Sweetest Heart of Mary might fit the bill for you. It's located on Russell, not too far from Eastern Market. My wife and I fell in love with the physical church building and the passion of the pastor, Fr. Mark Borkowski. He's in charge of the cluster, which includes St. Joseph, St. Josephat, and Sweetest Heart. It's a nice, Polish parish in the heart of the D. | ||
Rjk Member Username: Rjk Post Number: 819 Registered: 11-2003 |
Where do you live? I would think you might want to attend a church that is relatively close to your home. You might not mind a lengthy ride to begin with, but it could become a pain in the ass as time goes on. Also who wants to drive across town when the weather conditions aren't the best. | ||
Sirrealone Member Username: Sirrealone Post Number: 34 Registered: 01-2007 |
Transfiguration (near Mound & McNichols) is very good. Fr. Andy has been there for years. They would have certainly been slated to close during the big closure of the late 80's, but he came in, was very progressive, and brought people back in from the neighborhoods. Although I don't make it down there much since high school, it still holds a very special place in my heart and also for many family members. | ||
65memories Member Username: 65memories Post Number: 454 Registered: 10-2003 |
Sacred Heart Parish near Eastern Market at Mack and Russell. Father Norman Thomas. Especially if you want a parish not traditional and conservative.. Very diverse and inclusionary. | ||
65memories Member Username: 65memories Post Number: 455 Registered: 10-2003 |
Sacred Heart Parish near Eastern Market at Mack and Russell. Father Norman Thomas. Especially if you want a parish not traditional and conservative.. Very diverse and inclusionary. | ||
Raptor56 Member Username: Raptor56 Post Number: 65 Registered: 05-2007 |
I worship at St Germaine in Saint Clair Shores (recommend Father Jim's sermons to anyone). Only been to two Detroit area Churches. St Joseph just south of Gratiot on the corner of Jay and Orleans, not far I-75, has been around forever, and until a year or so ago, still held the Baccalaureate Mass for De La Salle every year. The Architecture, stained glass, and paintings at St Florian in Hamtramck are truly awe inspiring. You walk in and feel like you're in a spiritual place. http://www.stflorianparish.org / http://saint-joseph-detroit.or g/ Both Churches offer Masses in English and Ethnic languages (Latin, German, Polish) | ||
Kjwick Member Username: Kjwick Post Number: 42 Registered: 11-2003 |
St. Aloysius on Washington Blvd. Progressive and active parish. Led by Franciscans. http://www.stalsparishdetroit. org | ||
Maxcarey Member Username: Maxcarey Post Number: 178 Registered: 07-2006 |
The one place I enjoy most for mass is at St. Bonaventure on Mt. Elliott, where the Capuchin friar, Solanus Casey is buried. Very peaceful and a very welcoming atmosphere and church. Fr. Dan Fox is awesome. Mass as it should be. The Solanus Casey center is also inspiring as his story is truly uplifting. If you have never visited, I would recommend putting it at the top of the list. http://www.solanuscenter.org/ http://www.solanuscasey.org/ | ||
Cgunn Member Username: Cgunn Post Number: 91 Registered: 01-2004 |
Sacred Heart Fr. Norman P. Thomas 1000 Eliot · Detroit, MI 48207 Ph. : (313) 831-1356 Really diverse parish | ||
Quozl Member Username: Quozl Post Number: 1340 Registered: 07-2005 |
St Mary of Redford Father Robert McCabe 14750 Saint Marys Street (313) 273-1100 | ||
Pharmer_b Member Username: Pharmer_b Post Number: 11 Registered: 08-2007 |
Thank you to everyone who took the time to contribute to this thread. It sounds like many of you are quite passionate about your parish and parish priest! I've got my work cut out for me, but I think it will be a pleasant task! If anyone else wants to contribute, please feel free! Thanks again, -b | ||
Designerguy24 Member Username: Designerguy24 Post Number: 68 Registered: 10-2006 |
St. Theresa of Avila use to be St. Dorthy in Warren, MI Fr. Tom is the best! | ||
65memories Member Username: 65memories Post Number: 457 Registered: 10-2003 |
When i recommended sacred Heart, I should have said Sacred Heart is not traditional and NOT conservative. | ||
65memories Member Username: 65memories Post Number: 458 Registered: 10-2003 |
When I recommended Sacred Heart, I should have said Sacred Heart is not traditional and NOT conservative. | ||
Larry Member Username: Larry Post Number: 205 Registered: 08-2004 |
Definitely St Josaphat for the traditional Latin Mass. It's like going into a wonderful time warp. AD GLORIAM DEI MAJOREM | ||
Hybridy Member Username: Hybridy Post Number: 141 Registered: 08-2006 |
all agreements with gesu-awesome parish udm has mass on sundays in the commerce and finance building. i think they do a 12 pm and 10 pm on sundays. 10 pm is geared for your 20-30 crowd very refreshing for the stressed student | ||
Mackinaw Member Username: Mackinaw Post Number: 3637 Registered: 02-2005 |
It really depends on what your priorities are. Just about all of Detroit's churches are beautiful, but some stand above the rest. St. Joseph and Sweetest Heart of Mary are the most remarkable. The Blessed Sacrament Cathedral is a fully functioning parish in itself, with a diverse crowd, and all the benefits of being in that amazing space. I recommend it, but if you want traditional and the option of hearing a Latin Mass, you need St. Joseph, St. Josaphat, St. Mary Greektown, Holy Family, or Assumption Grotto. | ||
Jackie5275 Member Username: Jackie5275 Post Number: 7 Registered: 08-2007 |
St. Thomas Aquinas, Fr. Bob McCabe's favorite of the cluster. Very welcoming. Corner of Evergreen & Ford Rd. Enter off of Evergreen. Masses Sat 4 pm & Sun 11 am. Excellent RCIA program for someone wanting to return to the church. 313-271-3266 | ||
Lefty2 Member Username: Lefty2 Post Number: 89 Registered: 07-2007 |
where do you live? | ||
Chitaku Member Username: Chitaku Post Number: 1577 Registered: 03-2006 |
St. Jude, home of the jets and my roots | ||
Daf Member Username: Daf Post Number: 24 Registered: 02-2007 |
Another vote for Fr. Norm Thomas - best homilies ever! He has two parishes - Sacred Heart at Mack & Russell, and St. Elizabeth at McDougall & Canfield. Havren't been to mass at Sacred Heart yet, but I know their musicians, and they are awesome. St. Elizabeth is the late Fr. John Markham's parish, predominantly black, and we joke that it's a Bap'lic mass: slammin gospel music in a Catholic context. Small but vibrant community. If you show up at St. E's, stop by the organ bench and say hi. Daf (Jay) | ||
Michigan Member Username: Michigan Post Number: 1081 Registered: 04-2007 |
How old are you Pharmer? Most priests seem to lose interest once you pass the 18 year mark. | ||
Hybridy Member Username: Hybridy Post Number: 143 Registered: 08-2006 |
Michigan-hilarious indeed i grew up with 4 brothers all of whom were altar boys. so if i count the years of continuous service-we put in over 25 years of service, collectively. unknown to us, we had a part-time priest who had been convicted in california in the 70's. none of us was abused-lol, but he came to family weddings, dinners, and i know i went to confession to him multiple times. he still sends my 26yr old married brother birthday cards. wierd eh. but honestly if someone has lapsed and is returning to the church, do you think they are 18 or younger? ps-my mother always said "Kneeling keeps you in good standing with God!" no pun intended |
