St. Mary’s Knanaya Catholic Church

St. Mary’s Knanaya Catholic Church is a Malayali church in Detroit, Michigan, serving the Kerala Knanaya Catholic community across the wider Detroit metropolitan area. This Malayali parish provides Malayalam-speaking Keralites with a place to worship, connect, and preserve Kerala’s deep Catholic traditions while integrating seamlessly into the local Michigan faith community. The clergy and parishioners are originally from Kerala and maintain Malayalam as a key part of their spiritual and community life.

The church offers regular Malayalam masses, catechism classes, and family-oriented Kerala-style community events that celebrate Christian festivals and Knanaya heritage. It operates fully within diocesan and state guidelines in Michigan, ensuring faith-based services follow all local standards while preserving the cultural and spiritual heritage of Kerala. The parish also hosts youth gatherings, cultural programs, and Malayalam choir events that keep Kerala’s Catholic identity alive among local Malayalis.

By blending Kerala’s Catholic faith traditions with Detroit’s multicultural environment, St. Mary’s Knanaya Catholic Church stands as a vibrant hub for Malayalis seeking a sense of belonging, comfort, and spiritual connection. Families looking for Malayalam services and Kerala-inspired parish life are warmly invited to participate in this welcoming Malayali community.