Ste. Anne + The Catholic Initiative
HONORING OUR HISTORY…
For over three centuries, Ste. Anne Basilica has been more than just a church—it has been our spiritual home. Founded in 1701, it remains the heart of our faith community, where generations have come together in prayer, celebration, and service. As we continue the legacy built by those who came before us, our parish family fills these sacred walls with devotion, tradition, and resilience. With 675 parish families and thousands of visitors each year, Ste. Anne is not just a place of worship—it is a place where our faith is lived and shared.
… AND SECURING OUR FUTURE
As part of a groundbreaking new model, supported by the Vatican, Ste. Anne Basilica now has the resources needed to undergo a ~3-year restoration of the Basilica and the campus, in partnership with the Pulte Family Charitable Foundation’s Catholic Initiative. We will preserve the historic beauty of Ste Anne, while simultaneously ensuring its long-term sustainability. Beyond the restoration, this transformation will also strengthen Ste. Anne’s role as a center of faith, community, and service in Detroit. Through this partnership, we are committed to ensuring the Basilica remains a beacon of hope for generations to come.
CONSTRUCTION SCOPE
PLAZA AND OVERALL CAMPUS
- New outdoor pavilion
- Enhanced walkways, landscaping, and lighting to create a cohesive campus feel
- “World Peace” Prayer Wall for reflection
- Expanded and relocated parking lot relocated to exterior of facility
STE. ANNE BASILICA RESTORATION
- Stained glass window restoration and replacement
- Brick and facade repair
- New slate roof
- Entry way restoration and replacement
- Technological improvements
- Interior and exterior painting
- Restoration of pews, altar, and organ
OTHER BUILDINGS
Includes Rectory, Parish Hall, Wellness Center
- Structural repairs
- Optimize interior functionality in partnership with the parish leaders to enhance usage for community services, creating a vibrant and welcoming hub
TO LEARN MORE:
- Fact Sheet
- Architectural Renderings
- Project Overview
- The Catholic Initiative
- More information and FAQs
