July 31, 2009 
Pastor of Detroit-area Lithuanian parish drowns in rescue attempt
(online only article)
Robert Delaney
Detroit - The pastor of a Lithuanian ethnic parish in suburban Detroit drowned July 28 after diving into the water in an attempt to save his 13-year-old nephew.
African bishop visits youths in thanks for their fundraising
Kristin Lukowski
Sterling Heights - Bishop Ludovick Minde, of Kogongwa, Tanzania, couldn't be at SS. Cyril and Methodius (Slovak) Parish's production of "Rescue in the Night," which tells the story of Daniel in the lion's den.
Indian archbishop's visit highlights joining of faith and culture
Kristin Lukowski
Warren - Three major branches of the Catholic Church came together last weekend to honor a visit from the shepherd of the Malankara Catholic Church, a rite from India.
CC grad and Dad among 'The Biggest Losers'
Kristin Lukowski
South Lyon - Whenever Ron Morelli climbed up on the scale during the 17 weeks he was at the ranch, starring in the seventh season of NBC's hit reality show "The Biggest Loser," he'd grab the black sweatband he wore on his wrist with his other hand.
Michigan Catholic Radio hopes end to broadcasting is temporary
The Michigan Catholic
Detroit - John F.X. Browne, president of Michigan Catholic Radio, said he is sad for the end of the station's on-air broadcast but hopeful he'll be able to bring it back in the future.
MCC offers public policy updates on Twitter
Robert Delaney
Detroit - Most reports about the Twitter phenomenon have stressed its use for social networking, but the Michigan Catholic Conference is showing that Twitter need not be trivial.
We are sustained, nourished by the Bread of Life
Fr. Richard Macey
This is the final chapter of Elijah's story before the call of Elisha, his successor.
Abortionist fined for death of woman at clinic
Robert Delaney
Detroit - Dr. Alberto Hodari, owner of the Lathrup Village abortion clinic where the remains of aborted babies were found discarded in the trash last year, was fined $10,000 for his role in the 2003 death of 32-year-old Regina Johnson following an abortion.
The Big List: Parish Festivals 2009
To serve you better, The Michigan Catholic is providing this special supplement listing parish festivals from July through November.
July 24, 2009 
Fr. Ugolik remembered for seeing the good in people
Kristin Lukowski
Detroit - Perseverance is what one friend of Fr. Richard Ugolik said he'll remember following his death July 16.
At 100, she's still giving to her parish
Robert Delaney
Richmond - After nearly six decades of giving of her time and talent to her parish, Helen Nehrenberg continued to give rather than receive at her 100th birthday party.
Cristo Rey adds sponsors, looks for more, as it starts its second year
Robert Delaney
Detroit - At least five new work-study sponsors have committed to take students from Detroit Cristo Rey High School for the coming school year, and all but one of last year's 15 paying sponsors have recommitted for 2009-10.
Giving life to Leonie
Kristin Lukowski
Romeo - Once Barbara Middleton read about the little-known sister of St. Therese of Lisieux, she knew she had to share Leonie Martin's life with others.
Adult faith formation: It's all encompassing
Sr. Janet Schaeffler, OP
Happy 10th anniversary to each and every one of us - aged 18 and 118!
The hungry know that it is the Lord who feeds them
Fr. Richard C. Macey
In the wilderness on their journey from Egypt to Palestine, the Israelites grumbled (Exodus 16:2, 7, 8, 9, 12; 17:3) and quarreled (Exodus 17:2).
July 17, 2009 
'Charity in Truth' encyclical hailed for insight, guidance
Robert Delaney
Detroit - Pope Benedict XVI's encyclical, "Caritas in Veritate" ("Charity in Truth"), is being praised for its continuity with Catholic social teaching, insights into contemporary problems and guidance for the future.
Samaritan Center finds a way to expand facilities, services in economically troubled times
Robert Delaney
Detroit - A place that could have become just another vacant Detroit building is now the nation's largest one-stop social services center, where nearly 500 people work every day.
Archbishop's blog on pallium pilgrimage receives 15,000 hits
Robert Delaney
Detroit - Archbishop Allen Vigneron's first blog - about his journey to Rome to receive the pallium from Pope Benedict XVI - was followed by many people who could not make it to the Vatican ceremony.
Austin Academy scales back
Kristin Lukowski
Detroit - Austin Catholic Academy is still preparing to accept its first class of students in the fall of 2010, but due to the economy, plans have been downsized a bit.
Parishes offer time for faith-filled summer fun
Kristin Lukowski)
Detroit - Brittany Ballard, 11, said if she wasn't at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish's day camp she'd probably be watching television all day.
The universal destination of goods and private property
Eduardo J. Echeverria
Michael Hovey (responding in an editor's note to a letter to editor, June 19) is correct that the "Compendium of the Social Doctrine of the Church" teaches that the Christian tradition does not regard "the right to private property as absolute and untouchable" (No. 177).
We are nourished and fed at the table of the Lord
Fr. Richard C. Macey
The end of the First Book of Kings contains stories about Elijah. It overlaps with the call of Elisha, who is called in 1 Kings 19:19:21 and inherited Elijah's spirit to prophecy in 2 Kings 2:9. The combined works of both of these prophets are often considered together.
July 7, 2009 (Catholic News Services)
Encyclical breaks new ground on social issues, commentators say
Nancy Frazier O'Brien
Washington -- Pope Benedict XVI's new encyclical, "Caritas in Veritate" ("Charity in Truth"), breaks new ground on such topics as microfinancing, intellectual property rights, globalization and the concept of putting one's wealth at the service of the poor, according to Catholic scholars and church leaders.
Pope says moral values must be part of economic recovery, development
Cindy Wooden
Vatican City -- Ethical values are needed to overcome the current global economic crisis as well as to eradicate hunger and promote the real development of all the world's peoples, Pope Benedict XVI said in his new encyclical.
July 2, 2009 (online only article)
Three Pontiac parishes merge
Robert Delaney
Detroit – When Blessed Damien DeVeuster is canonized in Rome Oct. 11, the newly merged Pontiac parish will officially become St. Damien of Molokai Parish.
July 3, 2009 
Pallium Mass
The Michigan Catholic staff and wire reports
Vatican City— Archbishop Allen Vigneron said receiving the pallium during a special Mass in St. Peter's Bascilica on Monday, June 29, made Jesus' words in the Gospel of John, "I am the vine, you are the branches," come alive.
Nephews offer a kid's-eye view
The Michigan Catholic
Detroit — Garrett and Griffin Vigneron, 11 and 10, nephews of Archbishop Allen Vigneron, offer a kid's-eye view of the Vatican and pallium celebration on their uncle's blog, A Shepherd's Mission. The two are sons of Gary and Kimberly Vigneron, members of St. Christopher Parish in Marysville.
SS. Simon & Jude marks golden anniversary
Robert Delaney
Westland — Last weekend's Gospel reading from the fifth chapter of Mark involves one account of a miracle of Christ being interrupted by another, and Fr. Gerard Bechard drew a parallel with the history of ministry at SS. Simon & Jude Parish.
A final liturgy
Robert Delaney
Detroit — Last Sunday's Mass marked the closing of St. Catherine of Siena Parish, but those who have worshipped there need to continue their faith journeys, its pastor told the congregation gathered for the event.
Fr. Decker remembered for his big and giving heart
Kristin Lukowski
Detroit — "Good hearted, big hearted" was how one friend remembered Fr. Maurice "Moe" Decker after his death last week.
Honoring Our Priests
The Michigan Catholic
During this Year for Priests, we encourage you to pray for all our priests and seminarians. This year, we'll run a monthly list of archdiocesan priests celebrating birthdays.
Local Franciscans mark dual anniversaries
Robert Delaney
Detroit — More than 300 people joined the Detroit contingent of the Order of Friars Minor last Sunday to celebrate the 150th anniversary of their province and the 800th anniversary of the order.
We are witnesses and companions in the journey of life and faith
Fr. Richard C. Macey
Amos was a prophet, born in the south and sent by God to the northern Kingdom of Israel in the middle of the eighth century B.C. Amaziah, a priest of one of the early sanctuaries of Israel, Bethel, had just informed the king that Amos was treacherous in demoralizing the people about their fate at the hands of the Assyrians.
Book relives glory years of St. Ambrose football
Robert Delaney
Detroit — Despite its small size, St. Ambrose High School became a recognized powerhouse in prep football in the 1950s, and continued that tradition through much of the 1960s.
Mother's influence continues to inspire musician Paul Todd
Marylynn G. Hewitt
Detroit — Paul Todd remembers his mother's hugs, the birthday cakes she made for him in all kinds of shapes and the "powerful faith" she instilled in him, he says. He also remembers that she went to Mass every morning and "dragged me and my father to Mass at 6 in the morning in Lent."
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