Archbishop Ordained Four New Deacons in Detroit
The Archdiocese of Detroit has assigned four newly ordained men to local parishes.
Updated on Oct. 3, 2026 in People
Archbishop Edward J. Weisenburger ordained four men to the permanent diaconate at the Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament in Detroit. The new deacons have since received their first parish assignments across the region.
Why it matters
These ordinations mark the culmination of years of study, prayer, and formation for the candidates. The addition of these deacons provides new leadership support to several parishes across the Detroit area.
Four men were officially ordained into the permanent diaconate following their completion of years of discernment and theological training. Each of the new deacons is married with children and begins their service at local parishes immediately.
The players
Edward J. Weisenburger
He is the Archbishop who performed the ordination ceremony for the new deacons at the cathedral.
Kurt Krueger
He is one of the four newly ordained permanent deacons and will serve at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish.
Jeff Ostrowski
He is a newly ordained permanent deacon who has been assigned to serve at St. Michael the Archangel Parish.
Ron Potempski
He is a newly ordained permanent deacon serving at Our Lady Star of the Sea Parish.
Jim Pryce
He is one of the four newly ordained permanent deacons and will serve at Resurrection Parish.
The details
The ordination ceremony, led by Archbishop Edward J. Weisenburger, took place at the Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament. The newly ordained men—Kurt Krueger, Jeff Ostrowski, Ron Potempski, and Jim Pryce—have been appointed to serve at parishes in Plymouth, Livonia, Grosse Pointe Woods, and Canton, respectively.
Timeline
October 3, 2026: Archbishop Edward J. Weisenburger ordained four new deacons.
Market Landscape
This appointment follows the established structural formation requirements set by the Archdiocese of Detroit for the permanent diaconate. The addition of these individuals strengthens the clerical presence within the regional parish system.
Parishioners at Our Lady of Good Counsel, St. Michael the Archangel, Our Lady Star of the Sea, and Resurrection parishes will see these new deacons begin their liturgical and community service roles. These assignments change the leadership makeup of these specific local church communities.
The takeaway
These ordinations represent a significant milestone for the individuals and their families as they transition into formal parish leadership. Readers interested in parish life can expect to see these new deacons assisting in liturgical and community roles at their assigned locations.
Further reading
For more information on clergy roles in the region, visit Detroit People.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Detroit Catholic.
