Detroit nuns step up ministry during coronavirus pandemic
DETROIT – The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has changed the course of ministry for a Detroit convent.
Their path has been difficult at times but they have also found some silver linings during the pandemic.
The sisters of the Mother of Perpetual Help Convent opened a free cafe two months before Michigan’s stay-at-home order was issued. Their goal was to help and get to know the people of the community.
Help Me Hank: Resources during COVID-19 outbreak
When they had to shut down and the nearby food bank shut down -- their mission took another path. Curbside food support.
Watch the video above for the full story. Copyright 2020 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.
About the Authors Kayla Clarke headshot
Kayla is a Web Producer for ClickOnDetroit. Before she joined the team in 2018 she worked at WILX in Lansing as a digital producer.
How does no fault insurance work? Michigan State introduces new Athletic Director Dan Bartholomae Detrpot Lions RB Sione Vaki returns from injury, eyes bigger role Detroit Lions’ Ahmed Hassanein ready to ‘Wreak Havoc’ in year 2 Making fire with the Michigan Science Center! 3 squirrels found dead outside iconic Detroit book store Rochester approves downtown social district to boost local Businesses Protesters are starting to gather in Dearborn before a city council meeting Cannabis dispensary wins Flock camera removal after city agreement Belle Isle Aquarium: 122 Years of stories and survival Flock CEO on regulation and privacy Thousands expected to protest at Dearborn City Council meeting Fire kills 3 at reported adult foster care home More issues on Clement Road in Northville Detroit Riverfront redevelopment: Bedrock, GM seek public input on future plans Flock CEO defends his company in interview with Local 4 Daughter renews plea for answers in father’s 2004 Detroit killing Administrator resigns following investigation into allegations against mayor 80-year-old boiler getting a fix... just in time A bug, a branch, a blackout Previous video Next video