Local musicians team up for CD, concert of hope, healing for Haiti
Kristin Lukowski
Royal Oak — Louis Canter can't travel to Haiti and rebuild a house, or help heal the sick and injured. In fact, not many people can.

 

Faith Matters: Unplanned pregnancy challenged, affirmed my faith in God
Angela Masters
On Good Friday of 2004, I underwent major surgery that forever changed the way my body works. Because of the nature of the surgery, I was cautioned by doctors not to get pregnant for at least two years. My husband, Jeff, and I are practicing Catholics who do not use artificial birth control.

 

Tuskegee Spirit lives: Deacon teaches kids to soar
Robert Delaney
Detroit – Kennadi Barcley has a real feel for what automotive engineers are struggling with as they explore alternative fuel sources.

 

Health reform: MCC outlines Church teaching on principles
Robert Delaney
Detroit — With the national health-care debate perhaps entering a new phase, the Michigan Catholic Conference has published a restatement of Church teaching on the principles that should guide public policy.

 

Spirit Awards: Urban parishes honor individuals for their service
Robert Delaney
Detroit — Shirley Partida and Anna Tyler are examples of the kind of person who makes a difference in a parish, whose participation goes beyond just regular attendance.

 

Readings for March 14: We are continuing our season for planting
Fr. Richard C. Macey
This is Laetare Sunday ("Rejoice" Sunday). Rose vestments may be worn at Mass to signal the half-way point in Lent. Readings for Cycle A may be used at the celebration of the Second Scrutiny for the catechumens and candidates in RCIA.