Archbishop Edward J. Weisenburger announced a significant two-year renewal process for the Archdiocese of Detroit, addressing challenges faced by the Catholic community in southeast Michigan.

Archbishop Edward Weisenburger announced the start of a two-year restructuring initiative for the Archdiocese of Detroit.

DETROIT Phase two of churches reopening went into effect on Monday with several changes that include increased capacity, the Archdiocese of Detroit announced. The changes include the following:Churches are permitted to seat up to 50 percent capacity provided that face-coverings are still worn and physical distancing between households can be maintained. Their total capacity should be less than 50 percent if this number cannot be obtained while maintaining physical distancing. Outdoor Masses are permitted without a capacity limit provided physical distancing can be maintained. Read: Michigan churches sue Gov.

First Sunday in-perso masses held across Metro Detroit since MarchPublished: May 24, 2020, 6:19 pmPeople were back to worship, but changes were made inside the churches.