Archdiocese of Detroit

Happy Independence Day! Today we pray in gratitude for the freedom to practice our Catholic faith in this country. May the Lord grant this gift to all!

For years, the Archdiocese of Detroit and the Catholic High School League have annually honored two Catholic school educators with the Bishop John M. Quinn Teachers of the Year awards. It’s not every year, however, that those awards have been presented by the man in whose honor the recognitions are named. Bishop Quinn, 78, a former Detroit auxiliary bishop and the retired bishop of Winona-Rochester, Minn., served as director of the archdiocese’s education department from 1990 to 2003 and for more than two decades on the faculty of Sacred Heart Major Seminary. Earlier this month, Bishop Quinn — who returned to Detroit after retiring in 2022 — presented the 2024 Teachers of the Year awards in person to Beth Decoster, an English and literature teacher of St. Mary School in Royal Oak, and Marylee Petty, an English teacher at Bishop Foley High School in Madison Heights. Read more via Detroit Catholic: https://lnkd.in/gDG9U4v3

“Christian tradition has always considered Saint Peter and Saint Paul to be inseparable: indeed, together, they represent the whole Gospel of Christ.” - Pope Benedict XVI Today the Church celebrates the Solemnity of St. Peter, the first Pope, and St. Paul, author of seven books of the New Testament (and to whom six other books of the New Testament are attributed). Together, Sts. Peter and Paul are two of the most influential saints in the history of Christianity, yet neither began as such. Scripture tells us of Peter's denial of Christ during His Passion and of Paul's persecution of Christians. Yet through the mercy and grace of God, both Peter and Paul went on to become great teachers, evangelizers, and martrys for the faith. These two saints teach us of the endless love and mercy of God and what it means to live a life in courageous pursuit of Christ. Sts. Peter and Paul, pray for us!

Pier Giorgio Frassati, Maria Goretti, Carlo Acutis - what do all these saints and blesseds have in common? They were all young saints who dedicated their lives completely to Christ and His Church! On the latest episode of #EyesonJesus, Archbishop Vigneron discusses the important and crucial role that young people play for and in the Church. Listen at: https://lnkd.in/gsJ3Rudd

He asked for a tablet and wrote, “John is his name,” and all were amazed. Immediately his mouth was opened, his tongue freed, and he spoke blessing God. —Luke 1:63-64 Happy Solemnity of the Nativity of St. John the Baptist! Did you know that St. John the Baptist is one of the few saints to have two feast days? Today, the Church celebrates the birth of John the Baptist, and in August, we remember his martyrdom. St. John the Baptist, pray for us!

Why Study the Acts of the Apostles? The Acts of the Apostles isn't just ancient history or entertaining miracle stories. It's a blueprint for the mission of the Church, offering profound insights into the identity of believers, the Gospel message, and effective evangelization in an often indifferent or hostile world. By studying the Acts, students will gain: - A deeper understanding of the early Church's mission and its relevance today. - Insights into the Gospel message and strategies for evangelization. - A radical reliance on the Holy Spirit in all their endeavors. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gnteGunG

Today, as a nation, we celebrate #Juneteenth—the historic announcement of the end of slavery in Galveston, TX, marking the day when enslaved African Americans under Confederate control were finally recognized as free. This pivotal moment preceded the ratification of the 13th Amendment, which abolished slavery across the United States. Today we are reminded that our faith in Jesus calls us to uphold the inherent dignity and freedom of every human being. As we celebrate today, we pray fervently for an end to slavery, racism, and dehumanization of every kind. 

Teaching at a Catholic school is more than a career choice; it’s a response to God’s invitation to give of yourself—your gifts, your experience, your knowledge, your charity, and your faith—over and over again. Respond to the invitation today! Visit detroitcatholicschools.org to learn more. 

Join the Nicholas Black Elk Kateri Circle on Saturday, June 22 at St. Kateri Parish in Dearborn for the Summer Solstice and Strawberry Moon Feast! Enjoy traditional American Indian foods while giving thanks in prayer to God. RSVP is greatly encouraged. Find more information and RSVP at: https://lnkd.in/gNxyGAiG

Registration is open for the 3rd annual Together in Holiness Catholic Marriage Enrichment Conference on Saturday, October 12! Spend quality time with your spouse as you grow in prayer, relationship, and holiness with each other. To register and for more information, visit https://lnkd.in/gUTD-BEQ