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Pope Names New Archbishop for Detroit
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Bishop Allen Vigneron, 60, of the Diocese of Oakland, Ca., has been named as the new Archbishop of Detroit.
Installation of the new archbishop
Wednesday, January 28, 2009 at 2 p.m.
Limited reserved seating / LIVE webcast will be available
Multiple regional liturgies and gatherings are being planned for the month of February and beyond.
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Mass of Thanksgiving for Cardinal Adam Maida
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Cardinal Maida will celebrate a Mass of Thanksgiving for his 18 years of service as archbishop of Detroit and to mark his 25 years as a bishop.
Sunday, January 25, 2009 at 3 p.m.
Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament
Public reception at Sacred Heart Major Seminary will follow.
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National Vocations Awareness Week: January 11-17, 2009
During this special week we pray for renewal and strengthening of vocations to marriage and the single life and especially for men to serve as priests, deacons and brothers and for women to serve as religious sisters.
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Mass Honoring Dr. King Jr. and "Keep the Dream Alive" Awards
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All are invited to attend the 9th Annual Archdiocesan Mass in honor of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the presentation of the "Keep the Dream Alive" Awards.
Monday, January 19, 2009 at 10 a.m.
Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament
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Cardinal Maida's Pastoral Letter, Interfaith Conversation on the Economy
Detroit's archbishop meets with religious leaders, writes to clergy and laity with spiritual guidance in these uncertain economic times. Audio and video resources available.
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Calls for Peace in Middle East
The Vatican and the U.S. bishop's conference are urging an end to the violent, armed conflict in the Gaza Strip involving Israelis and Palestinians. The pope encourages "the initiatives and efforts" of those working on a lasting cease fire and the beginning of peace talks.
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The Michigan Catholic Newspaper
Eat Your Vegetables - Detroit auxiliary bishop writes on discerning a vocation, with recommendations about diet, chores, and church visits.
A Time for Healing - Oakland County pregnancy center is run by local Catholic, who knows first-hand what women in unplanned pregnancies are dealing with in such situations.
Pick a Card - Students in local Catholic grade schools create one-of-a-kind holy cards to encourage vocations.
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