Rising from the Ashes will take place at Huntington Place in Detroit on July 22, welcoming Catholics from across the Archdiocese of Detroit. The day will feature keynotes by Bishop Daniel E. Flores of Brownsville, Texas, Sr. Josephine Gartrett, CSFN, Fr. John Riccardo and Jeff Cavins, along with an evening concert by Matt Maher. A Eucharistic procession — potentially the largest in the archdiocese’s history — will process from Huntington Place to the Spirit of Detroit statue on Woodward Avenue, with a blessing over the city and the Church of Detroit from Archbishop Edward J. Weisenburger of Detroit.

Eucharistic revival to attract thousands of pilgrims to Detroit this summer (Detroit Catholic)

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Fr. Joe Mallia is Pastor of St. Kieran Catholic Church in Shelby Township. He was ordained a priest in 1992. Fr. Joe also has taught high school, directed retreats and serves as the chaplain to the Maltese American community in the archdiocese.

Regardless of your place on life’s journey, FORGE is committed to meeting you where you’re at … then taking you further than you thought possible. FORGE exists to build men, marriages, and families that are fully alive! By showing the radiance of fathers and families, we illuminate the radiance of He who is life itself: Jesus Christ.

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Dr. John Bishop is the founder and Executive Director of FORGE, an apostolate dedicated to strengthening families through the formation of men. Founded in Des Moines in 2023, FORGE is now expanding to other cities across the country. Dr. Bishop holds a doctorate in theology from the Catholic University of America and is a sought-after speaker at conferences, retreats, and seminars throughout the United States and internationally. He is the author of “New Adam: God’s Plan for Men.”

Discover the ‘Why and How’ of enabling your Catholic school to become an educationally inclusive place that welcomes students of all learning abilities, helping them join the next generation of disciples. The conference begins with registration and breakfast at 8 am, followed by dynamic morning and afternoon sessions and networking opportunities, designed to inspire and inform pastors, school heads, principals, and educators. Click here to register ASAP!Featured Panel Discussions

* Parents and Students Forum

* Peer Mentor Model Panel

* Educators Panel: Voices from the Field

* Funding Resources Panel

Keynote Speaker:From Obstacles to Hope: We Can Do Hard ThingsDr. Christie Bonfiglio Director, Program for Inclusive EducationUniversity of Notre Dame, Alliance for Catholic Education, Professor of Teaching, IEI Fellow

Sean Jorgensen is the President of St. Mary Catholic Central High School (SMCC) in Monroe, Michigan. Under his leadership, SMCC launched the St. Andre Bessette Open Doors Inclusion, one of the first full inclusion models at a Catholic high school in Michigan, welcoming students with diverse learning needs into the life of the school community.

Join us for an Entering Canaan Day Retreat; a confidential day to help you take the next steps towards Hope and Healing. Experience God’s mercy and tenderness for you. Location will be provided upon registration. Call for more information. $25 cost covers the day from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. in Metro Detroit.

Sign up options:Project Rachel: [email protected] or call/text 313-237-5929Mary Lockwood: [email protected] or call/text 734-395-0677

Mary Lockwood is a pro-life activist and speaker. She is a team member of Project Rachel and Entering Canaan, both of which are ministries to help those who have experienced an abortion. Mary speaks openly about her past with the hope of helping other men and women who have walked the same path. She is a parishioner of Our Lady of Good Counsel in Plymouth.

Father’s most recent book is “Thorns Have Roses: The Meaning of Your Suffering.” He also speaks with Vanessa about addiction and recovery.

Touched by the grace of God when he was 19 years old, Fr. Cedric Pisegna surrendered his life to Jesus and had a life changing experience. Filled with the Holy Spirit, he desired to make a difference in people’s lives. Fr. Cedric dedicated his life to God as a Passionist religious and Catholic priest. He now travels across the U.S. and Canada preaching, writing, and producing for television. His message is practical, inspirational, and orthodox. You can view his YouTube videos here!

In 2006, Fr. Cedric began producing the television program Live with Passion! – which today airs nationally and internationally on Trinity Broadcasting Network and The Global Catholic EWTN (Where to Watch), as well as on local Catholic affiliates in markets such as New York, Atlanta, Long Island, Los Angeles, Louisville, San Antonio, New Orleans, and many others. Fr. Cedric is the author of 26 books, and numerous CD’s and DVD’s about Christian living.

Fr. Bob Johnson was born on Our Lady of the Rosary’s Feast Day, October 7th, 1963 in Dearborn Heights, Michigan to Robert and Julia Johnson. Along with his brother, Bill, he attended St. Sebastian Catholic Grade School, followed by Divine Word High School, Perrysburg, Ohio, run by the Society of the Divine Word.

Fr. Bob studied at Divine Word College, Epworth, Iowa, and Nanzan University in Nagoya, Japan. He obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in English. During his novitiate year, he worked on the Addiction Unit of the Veterans’ Hospital in Biloxi, Mississippi.

Father Bob began his graduate studies at Catholic Theological Union, Chicago, Illinois, and graduated with a Master’s Degree in Divinity with Mission Concentration. During this time, he did his Clinical Pastoral Education at Harper-Grace and Children’s Hospitals in Detroit, and also studied music at St. Joseph’s College Summer Program in Rensselaer, Indiana.

Fr. Bob was ordained in 1992, and for the next twenty years was assigned to the Caribbean island of Antigua where he was an associate pastor and taught music, English, theology, and was chaplain, vice principal and homeroom teacher in the Catholic schools. He assisted in various parishes on Antigua and throughout the Caribbean. He became the music examiner for the public schools, and helped found the Music Teachers Training Department at the Antigua State College. During this time he was also the local religious superior of the SVD community for six years and a diocesan consultor for the Bishop.

In November 2017, he joined the Miramar Retreat House Staff in Duxbury, MA assisting at St. Joseph’s Parish, Kingston, MA along with giving parish missions and various retreats to all age groups. He was assigned as administrator to Our Lady of the Woods Parish, Woodhaven, MI beginning on July 1st, 2019. He now is a priest in Solidum at St. Roch, Flatrock; Our Lady of the Woods, Woodhaven; Sacred Heart, Grosse Ile; St. Cyprian, Riverview.

The Newman Guide seal is the hallmark of faithful Catholic education. For the first time, The Newman Guide is recommending elementary schools, secondary schools, and graduate programs in addition to colleges.

Families seeking faithful Catholic education can now order the 2025-26 edition in digest-sized print format or request the free digital e-book version.

Kelly Salomon is the Vice President of Newman Guide Programs for the Cardinal Newman Society. The Newman Guide program helps Catholic families learn about faithful Catholic colleges and navigate the college search process.

In 1925, the Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament commissioned Casavant Frères—one of North America’s finest and most respected organ builders—to create an instrument worthy of Detroit’s mother church. The result was a beautifully crafted pipe organ whose tonal design reflects the artistry and liturgical ideals of its time: warm foundations, expressive color stops, and a noble principal chorus that fills the cathedral with clarity and grandeur.

For a century, this organ has shaped the spiritual life of our community. It has supported the Church’s chant, elevated choirs, and proclaimed the Gospel in sound at thousands of liturgies. Its voice has accompanied the faithful through moments of joy and sorrow, celebration and contemplation. It has also served as a cultural treasure for the wider community, inspiring generations of international organists, students, and concertgoers.

In this 100th anniversary season, the Cathedral Cultural Series is proud to present an organ festival with three special programs.

Sunday, March 15, 2026 - 4:00 PM - Concert for Organ & Orchestra with Dr. Sarah Simko, organist & Dr. Horst Buchholz, conductor

Sunday, April 26, 2026 - 4:00 PM - Organ Recital Dr. Fred Hohman featuring music from the period when the Casavant organ was built. Sponsored by the Casavant organ company.

Monday, May 11, 2026 - 7:00 PM - Organ Recital Prof. Nicole Keller from the University of Michigan. Co-hosted by the Detroit AGO chapter.

All concerts are FREE and open to the public.

Dr. Horst Buchholz is Director of Sacred Music at the Cathedral of The Most Blessed Sacrament, and for the Archdiocese of Detroit, Michigan, and prior in a similar position in St. Louis. He received his first musical training in a boys choir in his native Germany. After studies in organ, church music, and composition, he graduated from the University of Arts in Berlin and continued his studies in conducting at Indiana University, where he earned the degree of Doctor of Music in Opera and Orchestral Conducting.

Dr. Buchholz’ lifelong passion for and schooling in Early Music became a bedrock for later co-founding along with International Chant Academy Dean and Faculty member, Michael Rocchio, Pro-Arte Saint Louis, the only vocal ensemble dedicated to the performance of Early Music in the Midwest.

Deacon Aaron Poyer has been with Most Holy Trinity and the Basilica of Ste. Anne since July 2023. He previously served at Corpus Christi in Detroit since his ordination in 2019. Deacon Aaron is a retired law enforcement officer of 35 years. After his retirement, he accepted a position with the Archdiocese of Detroit serving as Delegate for Consecrated Life & Priestly Mission. He and his wife Julie serve together on the Diaconate Formation Team and the Deacon Community Board. Together they have four adult children, a son-in-law, and in 2022, they had the joy of becoming grandparents as they welcomed their first grandson.

Deacon Aaron has a Bachelor of Science degree Criminal Justice from Wayne State University (1990) and a Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies (MAPS) from Sacred Heart Major Seminary (2020).

This workshop invites couples to grow in self-knowledge, virtue, and deeper communion with one another and with Christ at the center of their marriage. It is happening the evenings of March 12 and 26. Click here for more information.

Rose Wingfield is a Catholic Mindset and Temperaments Coach with 40+ years experience in in marriage preparation, enrichment, and restoration. Along with her late husband, Dennis Wingfield, she founded Calling Couples to Christ, an apostolate to help couples live Christ-centered, joy-filled marriages. She has a Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies from Sacred Heart Major Seminary. Rose is retired from a secular communications career in corporate, agency, and nonprofit settings.