About St. Kateri Tekakwitha · Dearborn, Michigan
St. Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Church in Dearborn, Michigan, welcomes all people regardless of background, race, or self-image. Formed in 2013 by the merger of St. Martha and St. Joseph parishes, it now serves as part of the Rouge Family of Parishes under the Archdiocese of Detroit. The parish offers a variety of ministries, faith formation programs, and regular liturgical services including Mass, Adoration, and Confessions, with a focus on community, service, and spiritual growth.
- Established
- 2013
- Patron
- St. Kateri Tekakwitha
- Rector
- Fr. Craig
- Diocese
- Archdiocese of Detroit
Why belong here
Join a welcoming community that values all people regardless of background. Participate in ministries like the food pantry, Eucharistic ministry, and OCIA for adult initiation. Engage in faith formation for families and students, and support outreach through the Red Cloud Indian School and Capuchin Soup Kitchen initiatives.
Mass times at St. Kateri Tekakwitha
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Saturday 3:00 PM
Adoration times
- Tuesday 4:00 – 6:30 PM
Parish History
St. Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Church became a parish in July 2013, formed from the merger of St. Martha and St. Joseph Churches. The Archdiocese of Detroit initiated the merger after clustering the two parishes. St. Martha’s campus was closed, while St. Joseph’s campus became the main site for the new parish. The parish aims to honor the legacy of both founding parishes while building a new chapter of faith and love for the community.
Ministries
The parish supports a variety of ministries including the Red Cloud Indian School, St. Maria Goretti Food Pantry, On the Rise Bakery (sponsored by the Capuchin Soup Kitchen), Eucharistic Ministers, Prayer Requests, Stations of the Cross, Family Faith Formation, and OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation for Adults).
- Red Cloud Indian School donations
- St. Maria Goretti Food Pantry
- On the Rise Bakery (Capuchin Soup Kitchen)
- Eucharistic Ministers
- Prayer Requests
- Stations of the Cross
- Family Faith Formation
- OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation for Adults)
Faith Formation
The parish offers OCIA for adult initiation, Family Faith Formation for parents, and Student-Led Stations of the Cross. Faith formation is supported by directors including Larry Winey, Dcn. Regis Buckley, Therese Terns, and Dcn. Thomas Leonard.
- OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation for Adults)
- Family Faith Formation
- Student-Led Stations of the Cross
- Faith Formation Director contacts available
Liturgical Schedule
Masses are held Tuesday at 6:40 PM, Wednesday–Friday at 9:00 AM, Saturday at 4:00 PM, and Sunday at 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Confessions are available Saturday at 3:00 PM. Adoration is held Tuesday from 4:00–6:30 PM, followed by Perpetual Help Devotions at 6:30 PM. Outdoor Rosary is held Monday evenings May–October at 6:00 PM.
- Tuesday Mass: 6:40 PM
- Wednesday–Friday Mass: 9:00 AM
- Saturday Mass: 4:00 PM
- Sunday Mass: 9:00 AM & 11:00 AM
- Confessions: Saturday 3:00 PM
- Adoration: Tuesday 4:00–6:30 PM
- Perpetual Help Devotions: Tuesday 6:30 PM
- Outdoor Rosary: Monday 6:00 PM (May–October)
Pastors & rectors through the years
- Fr. Terry Kerner2024
Farewell noted in bulletin; served until end of 2024
- Fr. Craig2024
Welcomed in bulletin; current pastor as of 2024