Detroit - the motor city has quite a pious soul. This is evident from the houses of worship that dot this bustling city. Being a cosmopolitan city, Detroit has many Synagogues, Mosques, Temples, and Churches of every denomination. We take a look at some of the grand churches that shaped and characterized Detroit over the years.

Detroit Architecture and Churches Overview

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Architecture_of_metropolitan_Detroit#Landmarks_and_monuments

Ste. Ann de Detroit: The oldest church of Detroit dates as far back as the city itself, founded in 1701, two days after the city of Detroit was formed! The church of Ste. Ann is a witness to, and participant in many of Detroit's landmark events, like the founding of the University of Michigan, the publication of The Observer - Detroit's first newspaper, among others. A must visit is the chapel, which houses the old wooden altar.

Ste. Ann de Detroit

http://www.ste-anne.org/history.htm

Saint Joseph Roman Catholic Church: Founded in 1855, this is a German Catholic parish church that acts as one of the major landmarks of the area. Located at 1828 Jay Street, this church was designed by Francis G Himpler and is renowned for its beautiful Victorian gothic architecture with distinguished stained glass, woodwork, high stone altar, and intricate design. This church has found its much deserved place in the National Historic Museum.

Saint Joseph Roman Catholic Church

http://www.saint-joseph-detroit.org/History.html

Old Saint Mary's Church: Founded in 1885, this church and parish was founded by German immigrants and remains one of the oldest continually serviced churches of Detroit. The church resembles old age Roman architecture with high central arches and richly decorated pillars. The colorful stained glass windows in this church are fascinating.

Old Saint Mary's Church

http://www.oldstmarysdetroit.com/%3Cb%3EOur-Church%3C-b%3E.php

Detroit is a city known for it automobile industry, great arenas for ice hockey and a bubbly and charged atmosphere; having said that, it does not lag behind even in department of the spiritual aesthetics. Churches in Detroit are gearing up today to tackle the spiritual shortcomings and also allow marriages to be made in its ramparts.

St. Albertus Genealogy Records

http://www.stalbertus.org/genealogy.htm

The St. Albertus church is still quite well known to serve the cupid-struck couples looking for marriage. Since the time the polish immigrants settled in Detroit, the church has been kind of a cornerstone of the city. It goes by the catholic comprehension of the covenant and ensures that both the parties are completely devoted to their marriage commitment, know all about what lies ahead for them and are giving free consent without any binding whatsoever.

Marriage Annulment

http://www.speroforum.com/site/wiki.asp?id=MarriageAnnulment

Sometimes, owing to abnormal external pressure, a marriage bond is formed only to be annulled later. This process of annulment is legal but can also be formally done at the St. Albertus church. While applying for marriage as well as annulment it is important to get in touch with your own area diocese.

You need not be a member of the parish for the given purpose. Detroit churches also allow marriages for those who are the members of the Episcopal churches of the Michigan diocese. The parishioners ensure a formal sacrament to be read. Yes, there can be additions and subtractions as required by the couple.

Wedding at St. John's

http://www.stjohnsdetroit.org/weddings.htm

Churches in Detroit

http://www.usachurch.com/michigan/detroit/churches.htm