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Archdiocese of Detroit to Undergo Restructuring

Nov 18, 2025 | 2:43 PM

Photo: Mandi Wright ~ USA TODAY NETWORK

Nov. 18, 2025 ~ Archdiocese of Detroit is embarking on a sweeping two-year restructuring plan that could reshape Catholic life across Southeast Michigan. Director of Parish Renewal for the Archdiocese of Detroit Father Mario Amore discusses their plan.

DETROIT, MI ~ Catholic churches have been struggling to get people in pews and priests to lead communities, and the Archdiocese of Detroit is aiming to improve these issues. Father Mario Amore and the Archdiocese is attempting to reverse this trend in Southeastern Michigan over a two-year restructuring period, which may involve the closing of some parishes. Amore joined “Focus with Paul W. Smith” to share more about the situation.

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