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Newspaper articles featuring our ministries and Capuchin friars

2022

St. Ben's Community Meal is a place for hope at Christmas for Milwaukee's homeless
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel – December 25, 2022

Hunger Free in the D Radiothon
DBusiness magazine – December 6, 2022

Archbishop Vigneron celebrates Solanus Center’s 20th anniversary, blesses expansion
Detroit Catholic – December 5, 2022

Archbishop of Detroit dedicates new additions to Solanus Casey Center
Detroit News – December 3, 2022

After oil spills devastated his homeland, Capuchin seeks to build an orphanage
Detroit News – October 19, 2022

Finding God in everyone: Capuchin Soup Kitchen's Bro. Malloy retires after 21 years
Detroit Catholic – September 27, 2022

An increasing need: Nonprofit food providers serving Detroit amid inflation
Model D Media – August 30, 2022

Capuchin Soup Kitchen opens new On the Rise Bakery Cafe
Detroit Free Press – June 10, 2022

On the Rise Bakery moves to newly opened Solanus Casey Center expansion
Detroit Catholic – June 10, 2022

On the Rise Bakery reopens in Detroit with new location
Metro Times – June 9, 2022

Newly ordained Capuchin priest heard call 'go to Detroit' way back in Germany
Detroit Catholic – June 6, 2022

Capuchin friar develops smartphone app to bring Franciscan spirituality to masses
Detroit Catholic – June 1, 2022

Inside The Renovated St. Francis of Assisi Church and Monastery
Urban Milwaukee – May 26, 2022

Support Capuchin Soup Kitchen at Ahee Jewelers’ Summer Celebration
Hour Detroit magazine – May 25, 2022

Here's how to get all-you-can-eat Buddy's Pizza and help those in need
Detroit Free Press – April 24, 2022

2021

Capuchins' Eucharistic Mission Band works seamlessly for more than a century
Detroit Catholic – December 16, 2021

Giving Tuesday 2021: Metro Detroit organizations look for donations, volunteers
WXYZ Detroit – November 30, 2021

Capuchin Soup Kitchen, Comerica Bank, Passes Out Thanksgiving Meals To Hundreds In Need
CBS 62 Detroit – November 23, 2021

Where To Get Free Meals For Thanksgiving
Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service – November 20, 2021

Michigan COVID-19 survivor says vision of the Blessed Solanus Casey saved his life
Detroit Free Press – November 11, 2021

If canonized, Father Solanus Casey, a Detroit priest, would be a rarity among saints
Detroit Free Press – November 11, 2021

A Solanus Casey miracle? Man says friar visited him in hospital
Catholic News Agency - November 8, 2021

Fr. Anthony Nwitah OFM celebrates first Mass in Bane
Catholic Link – October 30, 2021

Local 4′s Capuchin Soup Kitchen Telethon to help people in need
WDIV Local 4 - October 4, 2021

Halyard Park Monastery and new Parish Center near completion
TMJ4 - September 23, 2021

Family, Faith and Father Solanus
Irish magazine - September 10, 2021

Capuchin Community Services School Supply Drive (Photo Gallery)
Catholic Herald - September 3, 2021

Build my church: Madonna, U of D Jesuit, Solanus Center construction hums along
Detroit Catholic - August 12, 2021

Cumberland Capuchin makes final vows
Diocese of Superior Catholic Herald - August 6, 2021

Capuchin Friar Dorn Ordained to Priesthood
Catholic Herald - May 6, 2021

Buddy's Pizza benefit for Capuchin Soup Kitchen is back. Here's how to donate
Detroit Free Press - April 26, 2021

Support Capuchin Soup Kitchen with an Order of Buddy's Pizza
Hour Detroit - April 23, 2021

Bucks, Pick 'n Save donate $50K to fight food insecurity
Fox 6 Milwaukee - April 3, 2021

2020

Delta Iron Works departing longtime home to clear way for Solanus Casey Center expansion
Crain's Detroit Business - December 13, 2020

In Midst of Pandemic, Service Providers to the Homeless See a Challenging Winter Ahead
National Catholic Register - December 11, 2020

Fewer holiday volunteering opportunities this year, but some nonprofits still seek help
Crain's Detroit Business - November 24, 2020

Three men profess perpetual vows in Detroit as Capuchin Franciscan friars
Detroit Catholic - August 20, 2020

Where to find back-to-school resources this week, and where to get them
Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service - August 20, 2020

Local professor receives grant for project on science and homiletics
Chicago Catholic - August 19, 2020

Souper Summer Celebration transitions to online raffle
Grosse Pointe News - August 5, 2020

5 things to do and know this week in Milwaukee: July 13 to July 18
Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service - July 13, 2020

Historic St. Francis of Assisi breaks ground for parish center, monastery project
Milwaukee Biz Times - June 17, 2020

Capuchin Soup Kitchen serving food to Detroiters during COVID-19 crisis
ClickonDetroit.com - May 4, 2020

Milwaukee food banks and pantries face unprecedented demands as the supplies tighten during the coronavirus pandemic
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - April 10, 2020

Coronavirus forces Michigan soup kitchens to feed hungry from a distance
Bridge Michigan - March 31, 2020

Where to get free food in metro Detroit during the coronavirus crisis
Detroit Free Press - March 16, 2020

Blessed Solanus Casey’s ministry is a lesson in living in the moment
U.S. Catholic - February 6, 2020

Capuchin priest who fought racism on way to canonization
Aleteia - January 20, 2020

2019

Finally, a joyful holiday for recovering alcoholic
Detroit News – December 25, 2019
 
Documentary follows life of Capuchin Soup Kitchen founder Fr. Solanus Casey
Oakland Press – December 9, 2019
 
Solanus Casey's presence extends to Metro Detroit cemeteries
Detroit News - September 23, 2019
 
9 days of public prayers & masses will celebrate Blessed Solanus Casey
WZYZ Detroit - July 24, 2019
 
From Nigerian refugee to Capuchin priest: right where God needs him
Crux - May 25, 2019
 
Buddy's Pizza hosts annual "Slice for Life" fundraiser
The Oakland Press - April 16, 2019
 
‘Faithful’ Detroit priest beatified by Catholic church
Lakeland Observer - April 14, 2019
 
How big business is hedging against the apocalypse
The New York Times - April 11, 2019
 
Former St. Anthony’s hospital reopens as supportive housing development
Milwaukee Business News - March 15, 2019
 
Sixty units of new housing for Milwaukee's homeless unveiled today at the former St. Anthony's hospital
Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel - March 15, 2019
 
Blessed Solanus Casey relic hosted at Grosse Pointe Farms parish
Detroit News - February 27, 2019
 
A guide to Milwaukee's food banks
OnMilwaukee - January 28, 2019
 
Divine Child Parish hosts Blessed Solanus Casey relic
Dearborn Press & Guide - January 22, 2019
 
We Energies gives $100,000 to Milwaukee warming shelters
BizTimes - Milwaukee Business News - January 22, 2019
 
Come in from the cold: Organizations assist Milwaukee's homeless during deep freeze
Catholic Herald - January 17, 2019
 
Bankole: A pilgrimage for healing in the new year
Detroit News - January 2, 2019
 

2018

Detroit homeless court changes lives for its defendants
Model D Media - November 20, 2018
 
One year after beatification, Capuchins continue to make Blessed Solanus accessible to all
Detroit Catholic - November 20, 2018
 
St. Anthony Apartments Has First Tenants
Urban Milwaukee - November 10, 2018
 
Gesu hosts faith forum on homelessness, collects donations
MarquetteWire, November 6, 2018
 
House of Peace mural untouched for 25 years until recent revitalization
OnMilwaukee, November 5, 2018
 
 
Solanus Casey offers path to overcome pain for US Catholics
National Catholic Reporter, July 31, 2018

Blessed Solanus a ‘living parable’ for Detroit, archbishop says on first feast day
The Michigan Catholic, July 31, 2018

Detroit celebrates the first feast of the 'approachably holy' Blessed Solanus Casey
Catholic News Agency/EWTN, July 30, 2018
 
Solanus Casey Center expansion underway
Crain's Detroit Business, July 30, 2018
 
Local filmmaker Keith Famie producing documentary on Father Solanus Casey
Crain's Detroit Business, July 30, 2018
 
Gallery pays for art made by Milwaukee's underserved communities
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, July 23, 2018
 
Novena celebrates Casey's life of service
The Detroit News, July 22, 2018
 
Novena marks first feast day for Detroit's Blessed Solanus Casey
The Detroit News, July 20, 2018
 
Healed woman linked to Solanus Casey to visit Grosse Pointe Park church
Detroit Free Press, July 20, 2018
 
Blessed Solanus relic gifted to diocese
Catholic Herald, July 13, 2018
 
Earthworks Urban Farm fuels Detroit soup kitchen
Edible Wow magazine, June 21, 2018
 
Stingl: Unlikely artist and video star is among the homeless remembered at St. Ben's ceremony
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, May 11, 2018
 
The man in the red eyeglasses: A family member is beatified
Catholic Transcript, May 3, 2018
 
Capuchins' Run Walk for the Hungry Marks 13th Year
Catholic Herald, May 3, 2018
 
Buddy’s Pizza helps feed residents in need for last 40 years
Oakland Press, April 4, 2018
 
Holiday hams, groceries distributed to Milwaukee families ahead of Easter
FOX 6 News Milwaukee, March 29, 2018
 
Shelving Inc. of Auburn Hills raises $32K for the Capuchin Ministries
Oakland Press, March 21, 2018
 
Auctioning Art For Affordable Housing
Shepherd Express, March 14, 2018
 
11th annual ‘Chili Cha-Cha’ is another success
The Press & Guide, March 6, 2018
 
Hope by the Truckloads: Help Make a Difference in Metro Detroit
chevydetroit.com February 28, 2018
 
‘Homeless Court’ in Detroit offers relief to poor
The Detroit News, February 27, 2018
 
Stingl: Couple donates art from a lifetime to pay for furnishing apartments for the homeless
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, February 21, 2018
 
Justice and peace directors work for transformation
National Catholic Reporter, February 12, 2018
 
Urban Spelunking: A look inside the old St. Anthony's Hospital
On Milwaukee, February 7, 2018
 
St. Lawrence Seminary Celebrates its Diverse Student Body
Catholic Herald, January 18, 2018

Sometimes, Our Plans are not God’s Plans
National Catholic Register, January 12, 2018
 
COME IN FROM THE COLD
Sacred Heart to host annual Chili Cha Cha fundraiser in Dearborn
Press & Guide - January 5, 2018
 

2017

2017: The Year of Stanley and Solanus
Catholic Herald - December 29, 2017
 
Pilgrimage reverent, ‘very moving’ experience
Catholic Herald - December 29, 2017
 
Chuck Cmeyla is a valuable ‘Jack-of-all-trades’ volunteer!
Urban Milwaukee, December 27, 2017
 
Mitzvah Day volunteers work to help others
The Detroit News, December 25, 2017
 
Blessed Solanus shows us that Jesus has won the victory
The Michigan Catholic, November 30, 2017
 
Why these NBA stars give back: Behind the scenes with the Bucks as they volunteer in Milwaukee
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, November 22, 2017
 
Detroit, Caseys and Capuchins celebrate Blessed Solanus
National Catholic Reporter, November 21, 2017
 
Photos: Jabari Parker and the Bucks give thanks to the community
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, November 21, 2017
 
Friendship and food served up at Father Solanus’s soup kitchen
Crux, November 19, 2017
 
Why do some Catholics carry Father Solanus Casey badges?
Detroit Free Press, November 12, 2017
 
A time line of Father Solanus Casey
Detroit Free Press, November 12, 2017
 
Solanus Casey: An Example of Christian Rebuilding
National Catholic Register, November 12, 2017
 
Beatification of Father Solanus Casey draws 70,000 faithful Catholics to Detroit
Detroit Free Press, November 12, 2017
 
7 healing and evangelization tips from Fr. Solanus Casey
The Michigan Catholic, November 9, 2017
 
Detroit Catholics at 'fever pitch' over Beatification of Fr. Casey
National Catholic Reporter, November 8, 2017
 
Huge Turnout Expected for Beatification of Solanus Casey Nov. 18
National Catholic Register, November 7, 2017
 
Catholictv to broadcast Fr. Solanus Casey beatification mass
CatholicTV, November 7, 2017
 
Solanus Casey’s relatives marvel at his reputation for sanctity
Franciscan Media, November 7, 2017
 
Chicago's Heartland Housing plans more housing for Milwaukee's most vulnerable residents - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, November 4, 2017
 
Thanking God Ahead of time for the Beatification of Solanus Casey 
The Boston Pilot, November 3, 2017
 
Old St. Anthony's Hospital will be converted into supportive apartments
On Milwaukee, October 30, 2017
 
Healings, intercessions and compassionate counsel: Your stories of Fr. Solanus Casey
The Michigan Catholic, October 23, 2017
 
How to Pray to Fr. Solanus Casey for a Miracle
The Michigan Catholic, October 23, 2017
 
Five things to know about Blessed Solanus Casey
National Catholic Reporter, October 23, 2017
 
Churches as business incubators? In some Detroit neighborhoods, absolutely
Model D, October 17, 2017
 
Wisconsin native to be beatified
FOX 11 News, October 16, 2017
 
Miracles Happen: The Simple Witness of Solanus Casey
Franciscan Media, October 12, 2017
 
Historic Beatification Mass at Ford Field sold out
The Daily Tribune, October 11, 2017
 
Tickets for beatification of Father Solanus Casey free
The Detroit News, October 5, 2017
 
Free tickets for Father Solanus Casey beatification available Oct. 9
Detroit Free Press, October 5, 2017
 
Beatification Mass of Father Solanus Casey to take place at Ford Field
C and G News, September 29, 2017
 
Retired Appleton friar makes his own casket for $35
The Post-Crescent, September 27, 2017
 
Girl's birth connects her to Detroit candidate for sainthood
Traverse City Record-Eagle, September 17, 2017
 
Handmade: Healthy attitude warms the homeless
The Detroit News, September 14, 2017
 
Transformation Is Here — Capuchin Ministries of Detroit
The Crazy Wisdom Community Journal, September, 2017
 
Column: A piece of Stillwater’s ‘blessed’ history
Stillwater Gazette, September 7, 2017
 
New rector officially installed at St. Lawrence Seminary
Fond du Lac Reporter, September 3, 2017
 
Capuchins to host interfaith prayer service for peace
C&G Newspaper, September 2, 2017
 
Tickets for Father Solanus' beatification mass available Oct. 9
Macomb Daily, August 28, 2017
 
Tickets coming available for Detroit beatification Mass
The Detroit News, August 28, 2017
 
Tickets for Father Solanus Casey beatification go on sale Oct. 9
Detroit Free Press, August 28, 2017
 
Linton professes first vows
Superior Catholic Herald, August 12, 2017
 
Michael Crosby, reformer in boardrooms and basilicas, dies at 77
National Catholic Reporter, August 9, 2017
 
Local Jewish community tackles hunger
The Wisconsin Jewish Chronicle, August 8, 2017
 
Fr. Michael Crosby dies at 77
Superior Catholic Herald, August 8, 2017
 
Priest working for corporate responsibility dies at age 77
Crux, August 7, 2017
 
Once stillborn, local woman will take part in beatification of priest 
The Evangelist, August 3, 2017

Capuchin Soup Kitchen to host Benefit on the Bay
C&G Newspaper, July 26, 2017
 
“Extraordinary” New Film By Kids, For Kids Remembers Fr. Solanus Casey
National Catholic Register, July 17, 2017
 
Event to laud beatification of Father Solanus Casey
The Detroit News, July 15, 2017
 
‘Extraordinary’ movie about Fr. Solanus Casey premieres in Southfield
The Oakland Press, July 11, 2017
 
Becoming a saint: The remarkable journey of a Wisconsin farmboy
Macomb Daily, July 10, 2017
 
Sainthood Closer For Detroit Capuchin Priest
Patch.com, July 1, 2017

Film of Detroit's Venerable Father Solanus 
Downtown Monitor, June 29, 2017
 
Father Solanus Casey beatification set for November
CNA/EWTN News, June 27, 2017
 
Father Solanus Casey beatification set for November
Crux, June 27, 2017
 
Father Solanus Casey's beatification ceremony to be held Nov. 18 at Ford Field
WDIV Local 4 / ClickOnDetroit, June 27, 2017
 
‘Thank God ahead of time!’: The Faith of Father Solanus Casey
Denver Catholic, June 27, 2017
 
5 O'Clock Steakhouse Lakefront / Sprecher beer dinner benefits St. Ben's
On Milwaukee, June 21, 2017
 
Five O'Clock Steak House hosts the annual Legends Beer Dinner
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, June 21, 2017
 
Miracles of Birth
Tri-City times, June 21, 2017
 
Beer Events Brewing This Week: June 20-24
Milwaukee Magazine, June 20, 2017
 
Capuchin Friar Daniel Fox elected to Capuchin provincial council
Midland Daily News, June 17, 2017
 
Capuchin Ministries to host summer fundraiser
C&G Newspaper, June 14, 2017
 
Solanus Casey Center sees traffic surge after ‘blessed’ announcement
The Michigan Catholic, June 8, 2017
 
Documentary about Capuchin friar's work in Panama to hold Detroit premiere June 11
WDIV Local 4 / ClickOnDetroit, June 6, 2017
 
Catholic friar who spent time in Huntington nearly one step away from possible sainthood
The News-Sentinel, June 1, 2017
 
Holy Healer: The Remarkable Life of Father Solanus Casey
National Catholic Register, May 29, 2017
 
Solanus Casey Center to host fundraiser
C&G Newspaper, May 11, 2017
 
Capuchin Retreat to host 17th annual golf outing
Shelby Township Source Newspapers, May 5, 2017
 
BREAKING: Pope Francis announces Fr. Solanus Casey to be declared ‘blessed’
The Michigan Catholic, May 4, 2017
 
Detroit priest Solanus Casey one step closer to becoming a saint
Detroit Free Press, May 4, 2017
 
 
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Pope beatifies Wisconsin-born Capuchin friar, one step from sainthood
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, May 4, 2017
 
Capuchins, Detroiters knew Fr. Solanus’ holiness all along
The Michigan Catholic, May 4, 2017
 
Solanus devotees continue the work of the porter
The Michigan Catholic, May 4, 2017
 
CTND to air specials on Fr. Solanus in coming weeks
The Michigan Catholic, May 4, 2017
 
Detroit's Fr. Solanus Casey beatified by Pope Francis
WXYZ, May 4, 2017
 
Pope Francis Beatifies Father Solanus Casey
Detroit Patch, May 4, 2017
 
Buddy's 'Slice for Life' event to benefit Capuchin Soup Kitchen
WXYZ Detroit, April 24, 2017
 
41st annual Buddy’s Slice for Life benefits Capuchin Soup Kitchen
CBS Radio Inc., April 24, 2017
 
Stingl: Budding poets offer words of hope at House of Peace
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, April 22, 2017
 
Divine Mercy Door
The Rhode Island Catholic, April 20, 2017
 
All-you-can-eat pizza helps the needy
Crain's Detroit Business, April 14, 2017
 
The 17 Epic Bakeries Of Detroit
Daily Detroit, April 10, 2017 
 
Capuchins in Detroit Forced to Cope Without Power for Nearly a Week
WDIV Local 4, March 14, 2017
 
St. Ben’s Renovation
Catholic Herald, March 13, 2017
 
Stuff the truck at Gordon Chevrolet
Hometown Life, February 24, 2017
 
Series to teach about the life of Father Solanus Casey
C&G Newspaper, February 22, 2017
 
Masses for sick to be held at St. Felix seek Casey intercession
Huntington County Tab, February 16, 2017
 
For Milwaukee friar, win vs. ExxonMobil is biggest since 'Joe Camel'
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, February 11, 2017
 
Capuchins who lived with Fr. Solanus recall holy man, terrible violin player
The Michigan Catholic, February 9, 2017
 
I have always been Franciscan
Catholic Herald, February 9, 2017
 
Homeless man leaves drugs to become a Franciscan friar
Rome Reports, February 5, 2017
 
Church’s ‘Chili Cha Cha’ fundraiser heats up for charity
Press and Guide, January 31, 2017
 
Bocce with the Brothers 2017
DBusiness, January 24, 2017
 
Family of Venerable Solanus Casey share stories of great-uncle
Michigan Catholic, January 13, 2017
 
Life of Father Solanus Casey celebrated in Detroit
Detroit Free Press, January 7, 2017
 

2016

On the Rise Bakery gives felons, addicts second chance
The Detroit News, December 17, 2016
 
Students help fight hunger locally while studying global impacts
C&G Newspapers, December 14, 2016
 
Community Feast
Milwaukee Magazine, December 12, 2016
 
The helping hand on Ninth Street
Marquette Wire, December 8, 2016
 
Freedom Hill to host ‘Donation Day' to assist the Capuchins this holiday season
Macomb Daily, December 5, 2016
 
Mattes joins Franciscan Capuchin Religious Order Postulancy Program
Ashland Daily Press, December 2, 2016
 
A Buck Donates Turkeys 
Catholic Herald, December 1, 2016
 
From gangs to God, Vera’s faith now guides him
The Compass, December 1, 2016
 
Capuchin Soup Kitchen’s urban farm to host open house
C & G Newspapers, November 30, 2016
 
Capuchin Soup Kitchen's Earthworks Urban Farm Announces Holiday Open House  
Downtown Monitor, November 29, 2016

Capuchins give back on Thanksgiving – and every day
Detroit News, November 24, 2016
 
Jabari Parkers Thanksgiving Dinner Donation
NBA, November 23, 2016
 
After Capuchin Soup Kitchen break-in, Ally Financial donates to replace stolen computers
WXYZ Detroit, November 16, 2016
 
Meeting the challenge
Ozaukee Press, November 9, 2016
 
Cumberland man enters Capuchin novitiate
Superior Catholic Herald, November 3, 2016
 
Jose Vera joins Franciscan Capuching postulancy program
Catholic New World, November 1, 2016
 
Archbishop: Very Positive Steps in Fr. Solanus' Beatification Cause
Ave Maria Radio, August 18, 2016
 
Ordination of Father Tien Dinh
The Harvest, July/August 2016
 
From shelves to soup: Brothers make money and give it away
 
Washington Native Professes First Vows As Capuchin
 
Blattner professes first vows 
 
Benefit on the Bay returns for 23rd year
 
Roncalli grad professes vows as Capuchin friar
 
59th Anniversary of the Death of Venerable Solanus Casey and Novena
 
Frigo marks 60 years as a Capuchin friar
Capuchins seek to capture video stories of Fr. Solanus
 
St. Johannes site of first Johnsburg church
Tri-County News, June, 5, 2016
 
Teens feeding the hungry one pizza slice at a time
Crain's Detroit Business, June 2, 2016
 
Peace of Pizza
Detroit Jewish News, May 20, 2016
 
Urban Plunge goes to Milwaukee
Cotter Chronicle, April 11, 2016
 
Solanus Casey, the Man Who Shed His Ego
Aleteia, May 3, 2016
 
Alexis Farmer: The real beneficiaries of community service
The Michigan Daily, March 30, 2016
 
Buddy's Slice for Life
Crain's Detroit Business, March, 25, 2016
 
The Solanus Casey Center to host annual wine tasting event March 19
WDIV Detroit Local 4, March, 14, 2016
 
Wining and dining will benefit Solanus Casey Center
C&G Newspapers, March 9, 2016
 
Area Parishes will host parish mission renewal
Portage County Gazette, February 12, 2016
 
Union Volunteers Paint and Repair St. Ben's Community Meal Hall
Milwaukee Labor Council, February 10, 2016
 
Chili Cha Cha Spices up January Evening
Press & Guide, February 04, 2016
 
Counting the Homeless
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, January 28, 2016
 
Father Ron and the ministries of Ss. Peter and Paul
Today's Catholic News, January 20, 2016
 
Doorway to a New Year
Catholic Standard, January 4, 2016

St. Lawrence Seminary High School Students Help Angel Tree Project
Tri-County News, January 3, 2016

2015

Lions’ Moore lends a hand at Detroit soup kitchen