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Bishop Robert Gruss instituted seven permanent deacon candidates into the ministry of Acolyte
On Sunday, October 13, Bishop Robert Gruss instituted seven permanent deacon candidates into the ministry of Acolyte during Mass at the Cathedral of Mary of the Assumption. The ministry of Acolyte for these deacon candidates is a preliminary step towards Holy Orders.
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Frank M. "Mac" Quinn presented Edward J. McArdle Memorial Tribute at Red Mass
The Edward J. McArdle Memorial Tribute was awarded to Frank M. "Mac" Quinn. The Tribute is given each year to an individual for exceptional service in the legal profession and significant community contributions.
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Emergency Response to devastation caused by Hurricane Helene
As Hurricane Helene brings devastating, life-threatening conditions to communities across the Southeast, Catholic Charities USA (CCUSA), the official domestic relief agency of the Catholic Church in the U.S., has launched a dedicated disaster relief.
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Michael Beaudoin Named Chief Financial Officer for the Catholic Diocese of Saginaw
Bishop Robert Gruss has named Michael Beaudoin chief financial officer for the Catholic Diocese of Saginaw. As CFO, Michael will be responsible for supporting the ministry of the Bishop of Saginaw and overseeing all financial matters and decisions affecting the overall mission of the diocese.
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Joy of connection: Students enjoy retreat at Our Lady of the Fields Camp
Fifth and sixth graders from four of our Catholic schools took a step out of the classroom and into the great Michigan outdoors, enjoying an unforgettable three-day retreat at Our Lady of the Fields Catholic Camp and Retreat Center in Brighton.
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A Catholic Approach to Voting in the 2024 Election
Christ calls each person to be a light in the world. As the general election approaches this fall, Catholics can be such a light by putting on the “mind of Christ” before voting. This edition of Focus is intended to help Catholics in Michigan embrace the vocation of a faithful citizen in the 2024 election and beyond.

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