Landscape color photograph of the labyrinth at Capuchin Retreat with a white statue of the Holy Family in the center of the labyrinth.

Capuchin Retreat

The Capuchin Retreat is a center of Franciscan spirituality and retreat situated on 95 wooded acres in Washington Township, Michigan.

This beautiful park-like setting provides a fantastic respite from busy daily life. With a focus on the Spirit of the Franciscan tradition of hospitality and simplicity, the facilities include a dining hall, gorgeous walking trails, and gift shop.

A color landscape photograph of a female volunteer wearing an apron, nitrile gloves and baseball cap at the Capuchin Soup Kitchen hands a tray of food to a guest.

Capuchin Soup Kitchen

Since 1929 and inspired by St. Francis of Assisi, the Capuchin Soup Kitchen has provided meals, fellowship, and community to people on the East Side of Detroit through its two meal sites and other programs, including:

  • Jefferson House
  • R.O.P.E./On the Rise Bakery
  • Rosa Parks Childrens & Youth Program
  • Earthworks Urban Farm
  • Capuchin Services Center
  • Social Workers
  • Spiritual Care
A landscape aerial photograph of the Mount Elliott Street façade of the Solanus Casey Center taken in October 2022 with the leaves changing color.

Solanus Casey Center

Since 2002, this center has served as a spiritual oasis in the heart of Detroit reflecting the Franciscan spirituality of Blessed Solanus Casey, the humble Porter of St. Bonaventure.

In life, Blessed Solanus  Casey spoke in a soft and quiet voice to all who came to him for help. And he prayed. Some say his prayers cured illnesses. All say his serenity and counsel gave him peace. Since his death in 1957, his example continues to inspire others that the path to sainthood is open to all.

Capuchin Retreat
Capuchin Soup Kitchen
Solanus Casey Center