150 years of St. Aloysius

Looking back, yet always forward, for the greater glory of God.

All for His Glory

Since August 24, 1873, St. Aloysius has been a place for all to encounter Christ, to grow in relationship with Him and others, and to be His hands and feet in the community. This year, as we celebrate our 150th anniversary, we look back upon all that God has done for our community, and we look ahead — to all that He is calling us to — all for the greater glory of God.

St. Aloysius Stories

Read what St. Aloysius has meant to members of our community. Click here to share your story!

The Piaskowski's story

"It is clear to us that the Holy Spirit has led us to St. Aloysius and is moving within the parish.”
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Anna's story

"Sam had been in Detroit previously and had visited St. Aloysius many times. On my very first shopping day after our arrival, I remember him saying to me 'I want to take you to see a beautiful church.' He took me to St. Aloysius where I was fascinated with its unique design and beauty. "
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Fr. Mario's story

"God answers prayers and fulfills even the dreams that we think are out of reach."
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150 years of being "Everybody's Church in Downtown Detroit"

Our community is older than most things that are now looked upon as part of ancient Detroit of happy memory. While certainly unique, St. Aloysius Parish has always been so much more than a building. It is the people of God who bring the Church to life.

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Under the Patronage of

St. Aloysius Gonzaga

Through the intercession of our youthful patron, St. Aloysius Gonzaga, may this parish community continue its rich tradition of faith, service, and community, for many years to come.

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150th Anniversary Events

Check back here for the latest information on our celebrations taking place throughout the year!

Coming up

Soup Supper & Seven Churches Pilgrimage — Thursday, March 28

6:00p.m. Soup Supper, Mass at 7:00 p.m. followed by our altar of repose until 11:00 p.m.

Come celebrate the gift of the priesthood with a cozy soup supper prior to Holy Thursday Mass and enter into Holy Week with us.

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Parish Service Day — Sunday, April 28th

Help us give back to the city we love so much!

Join us for an hour after 11:00am Mass. We’ll have a flash picnic in front of the church, a street ministry team going around the surrounding blocks, and a pop-up grocery distribution truck at the bus station! Prayerfully consider how the Lord is calling you to serve. (We'll serve for about an hour and have time for clean-up and testimony. Should be wrapped up by 1:30pm.)

Closing celebration— Sunday, June 2

We will celebrate all that the Lord has done through this anniversary year and look ahead to what he calls us to next! More details to come.

Share your St. Aloysius story!

Throughout this year of celebration, help us remember all that St. Aloysius has meant by sharing a favorite moment, profound memory, or powerful encounter you've experienced here. Submit a story here to see it featured on this site and our social media.