About Us

Spreading the Good News

Our Mission

Through our articles, we strive to educate teenagers about the Catholic Faith, help teens love God more, and spread the Word of God.

All of our faith-based articles are approved by Father Steve Mateja and Father Jim Kean.

What We Cover

Our publication focuses on several key areas that resonate with Catholic life:

Saints

Exploring the lives of holy men and women who inspire our faith journey, from well-known saints to lesser-known heroes of the Church.

Daily Life

Practical wisdom for living out your Catholic faith in everyday moments, from family life to work and community.

Faith

Deepening our understanding of Catholic teaching, tradition, and the spiritual life through thoughtful articles and reflections.

News

Updates from parishes, dioceses, and the broader Catholic community in Michigan and around the world.

Our Values

We are committed to:

Truth

Reporting with accuracy and integrity, rooted in Catholic teaching and tradition.

Community

Building connections among Catholics throughout Michigan and fostering a sense of shared faith.

Hope

Sharing stories that uplift, inspire, and point toward the goodness of God working in our world.

Accessibility

Making Catholic content available to all, regardless of background or familiarity with the faith.

Our Team

The Catholic Michigander is led by a dedicated team of passionate Catholic writers and editors.

Luis Nava

Founder, Editor, Writer

Grayson Filippis

Writer

Sophia Novak

Writer

Emma Novak

Writer

Joanne Lien

Writer

Aidan Jenkinson

Writer

Elizabeth Messing

Writer

Oscar Camargo

Writer

Valeria Gongora

Writer

Nathan Sharum

Writer

Claire Raymond

Writer

Josie Reinhart

Writer

Lucas Wantuck

Writer

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