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Blessed Solanus Casey

Servant of the sick and the poor

“Blessed be God in all his designs, and in his mercy, which is above all his works.”

Welcome

The Capuchin Franciscan friars of the Province of St. Joseph, along with our partners in ministry, welcome you to this space dedicated to the memory and spirituality of our brother, Blessed Solanus Casey. Here, you can learn about Blessed Solanus and his cause for sainthood. You can plan a visit or take a virtual tour of the Solanus Casey Center in Detroit. You can learn about and become a member of the Father Solanus Guild. You can shop our online store, or submit prayer petitions.

Color aerial photograph of the outdoor rosary garden, votive chapel and stations of the Cross at the Solanus Casey Center.

Visit the Solanus Casey Center

Inspired by the life and example of our brother, Blessed Solanus Casey, this Center strives to be a place of pilgrimage, healing, reconciliation and peace.

Location:

1780 Mount Elliott St
Detroit, MI 48207-3427
USA
Hours, Mass times and confession schedule

Cause for Canonization

Blessed Solanus Casey, beatified in 2017, is on the path to sainthood in the Roman Catholic Church. If canonized, Blessed Solanus would be the first American-born priest to become a saint.

Many favors have been reported due to the intercession of Blessed Solanus, both in his lifetime and following his death in 1957. The Vice-Postulator of the Cause for Canonization collects and tracks these favor reports. We invite the public to report any favors received to us.

Report a favor
Blessed Solanus Casey meets with a couple in an office at the monastery
A close-up photo of a wood handcarved statue of Blessed Solanus Casey located in St. Bonaventure Chapel

The Father Solanus Guild

In becoming a member of the Father Solanus Guild, you are keeping alive the inspiring memory of Blessed Solanus and bringing knowledge of his exemplary life to others. In addition, you are making possible the archiving of information about his life and work, and providing prayer, support and material assistance to the Vice Postulator for the Cause of Canonization of Blessed Solanus Casey.

Membership, monthly reflections and events

From the Vice-Postulator of the Cause for Canonization of Blessed Solanus Casey

Recent Blog Posts

November 8, 2024
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An Update on the Father Solanus Guild in Huntington, IN

Br. Peter Chinnappan provides updates on the activities of the Father Solanus Guild in Huntington, IN from a new Leadership Council to their vision for the future.

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November 8, 2024
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Blessed Solanus Casey holds chalice next to another friar.

The Importance of Blessed Solanus Casey in 2024

Br. David Preuss reflects on the work of the Solanus Guild as an organization that spreads the much needed example of Blessed Solanus Casey to today’s secularized world.

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November 6, 2024
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Period photos of Mark and Julie with their newborn baby.

Mark and Julie’s Story

Mark had cancer that made it impossible to conceive a child. After praying for Fr. Solanus’ intercession, something unexpected happened.

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September 27, 2024
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Blessed Solanus Casey – Son of St. Francis of Assisi

Br. Dan Crosby explores the many similarities between St. Francis and Blessed Solanus Casey as we draw closer to the Transitus and Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi.

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Upcoming Events

Event Nov 17

Solanus Casey YouFra: YouFra Promises/Service Project

Save the date for food, drinks, fellowship and Franciscan inspiration at the Solanus Casey Center for our monthly Solanus Casey YouFra young adult event. Our November gathering focuses on the YouFra Promises and our Service Project. For young adults ages 18-39.

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Event Dec 06

First Friday Eucharistic Adoration

Join the Capuchin friars and the wider Catholic community in prayer and adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament each First Friday of the month from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with noontime benediction.

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Event Dec 14

Advent Day of Reflection

As we prepare for the incarnation of Our Lord Jesus Christ, join us for an Advent Day of Reflection at the Solanus Casey Center. We’ll explore the Theological Virtues of Faith, Hope and Love/Charity as witnessed by Blessed Solanus Casey.

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Livestream

Man holding prayer card

Canonization Prayer

O God, I adore You. I give myself to You. May I be the person You want me to be, and May Your will be done in my life today.

I thank You for the gifts You gave Father Solanus. If it is Your Will, bless us with the Canonization of Father Solanus so that others may imitate and carry on his love for all the poor and suffering of our world.

As he joyfully accepted Your divine plans, I ask You, according to Your Will, to hear my prayer for… (your intention) through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

“Blessed be God in all His Designs.”

Imprimatur:
The Most Reverend Allen H. Vigneron, Archbishop of Detroit
May 2017

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