What is the Vatican’s Role in The Catholic Initiative?
Vatican Approval has been required for all Catholic Initiative [...]
Why does The Catholic Initiative exist?
There are so many wonderful Catholic faith communities across [...]
Is The Catholic Initiative operating Catholic churches, schools, or parish communities?
No, The Catholic Initiative does not operate Catholic schools, [...]
How did the Archdiocese work With The Catholic Initiative to begin this project?
In 2021, as the Basilica of Ste. Anne de [...]
Is there any precedent for this kind of arrangement?
This is a groundbreaking partnership between The Catholic Initiative [...]
What does the Archdiocese of Detroit receive in selling the real estate of Ste. Anne de Detroit to The Catholic Initiative?
The Archdiocese of Detroit receives contractual assurance that The [...]
Is the Archdiocese of Detroit selling the real estate of the Basilica of Ste. Anne de Detroit to The Catholic Initiative?
Yes. The Catholic Initiative becomes the landlord of the [...]
Is selling a church allowed under Canon (Church) Law?
Yes, parishes are permitted to sell property and must [...]
What is the role of parishioners in sustaining the Basilica after the restoration?
While the endowment will cover significant maintenance costs, the [...]
What role will the Archdiocese of Detroit play moving forward?
The Archdiocese will remain actively involved in supporting the [...]
