It was any bride’s dream wedding — a packed church, a beautiful white dress and a palpable feeling of excitement and love. But what made Saturday’s ceremony at the Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament really special was the groom: Jesus. Three women from metro Detroit were the first to become consecrated virgins in the Archdiocese of Detroit. The
little-known vocation involves a commitment to lifelong chastity. Laurie Malashanko of Plymouth, Karen Ervin of Northville and Theresa Jordan of Dearborn Heights are now, in the words of Catholic canon law, “mystically betrothed to Christ.” Unlike nuns, they are not part of a religious order. They will continue to work regular jobs and financially support themselves, while being steadfastly dedicated to serving the church. READ MORE
