Church of Scientology Detroit Grand Opening Photos

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On a fresh Michigan afternoon in October, more than two thousand Scientologists and guests gather at the cornerstone of downtown Detroit to commemorate the grand opening of Motor City’s majestic Church of Scientology. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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The audience rises to their feet welcoming Mr. David Miscavige, Chairman of the Board Religious Technology Center, at the dedication ceremony of the city’s new Church of Scientology. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Flanked by those parishioners who helped make their new home an eight-story reality, Mr. Miscavige officially dedicates Motown’s magnificent Scientology Church. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Mr. David Miscavige, the ecclesiastical leader of the Scientology religion, leads the dedication ceremony to officially open her doors. In his opening address, Mr. Miscavige spoke to the magnitude of the moment and exactly what this new Church of Scientology symbolizes. Namely, “not a revolt, not a wish to change any Man’s religion, but the hope that Man can find his own feet in this highly confused and mechanistic world. And if he can do so, then perhaps he can also recover the happiness, sincerity, love and kindness with which he was created.” © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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“Our relationship began 15 years ago when we formed the Washtenaw County interfaith forum. And ever since, you’ve been a gem. Because you came with humility and an inspiring conviction to hear what the community has to say. You’ve done it across inner cities of America, and now it’s time for downtown Detroit. So yes, you are already inspiring hope right here at this cornerstone of the city.” — Steven Spreitzer, President of the Michigan Roundtable for Diversity and Inclusion © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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“I started lecturing in schools and at transition houses to men returning home from prison. It was after I met one of you, I started in with the Truth About Drugs. Now when these young minds see real-life stories of other people, well that’s the combination code to unlock their insecurities. They become more comfortable and they start thinking: ‘I can identify, and I am struggling with drugs.’ You see the click in their minds and they let you in.… Yes, we are emboldening, we are engaging and we are emancipating the youth of Detroit.” — Hubert Roberts, Mentor Director, InvolvedDad youth empowerment project © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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“I like to think of CCHR as a rescue mission operation. I’ve said it before and I’ll keep saying it, it’s CCHR to the rescue. They are the watchdog of the psychiatric industry, and that’s not my opinion, that’s gospel truth. They have the facts to counter the lies, and they’ve armed us with those facts. Since the beginning, CCHR has said ‘We’ve got your back.’ And through every case I’ve fought to release a child from psychiatric incarceration, we have won their freedom.” — Allison Folmar, Civil Rights Attorney © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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“Every citizen in this country should have a copy of The Way to Happiness. I’m telling you, it is just that good. It is a guiding light to live by. Yes, Mr. Hubbard has shared his wisdom with us. And this magnificent Church of Scientology now stands as a sanctuary to share that wisdom again and again. So, as we all come together at this grandest of openings today, we celebrate a bright new resurgence for Detroit—the Miracle City!” — Ms. Artina Hardman, Michigan State Representative of District 3 (ret.) © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Mr. David Miscavige with (left to right): Allison Folmar, Civil Rights Attorney; Hubert Roberts, Mentor Director of the youth empowerment project InvolvedDad; Artina Hardman, Michigan State Representative of District 3 (ret.); and Steven Spreitzer, the President of the Michigan Roundtable for Diversity and Inclusion. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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The eight-story Church of Scientology stands just east of the 150 West Jefferson skyscraper and directly across from Detroit’s Hart Plaza. The location is a true cornerstone—site of the first building in Fort Pontchartrain—which would later become the city of Detroit. Today, the magnificent 55,000-square-foot Church of Scientology stands poised to continue the religion’s history of service to America’s capital of courage and character. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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RECEPTIONOpen seven days a week, morning to night, the Church of Scientology Detroit Reception welcomes anyone wishing to obtain an introduction to Dianetics and Scientology. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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SCIENTOLOGY PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTERThe Public Information Center offers over 500 films, providing a complete introduction to every aspect of Dianetics and Scientology. It includes the beliefs and practices of the religion, a biographical presentation on the life and legacy of Founder L. Ron Hubbard as well as the many humanitarian initiatives and community outreach programs the Church supports. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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INTRODUCTORY SERVICESThe Church of Scientology Detroit provides for the delivery of all Introductory Services. These include an entire array of Scientology Life Improvement Courses designed to help improve any aspect of one’s life. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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DIANETICS & SCIENTOLOGY BOOKSTORE The Church of Scientology Detroit Bookstore makes available L. Ron Hubbard’s works on Dianetics and Scientology. In all, Mr. Hubbard’s legacy comprises tens of millions of published words in dozens of books and thousands of recorded lectures. A Materials Guide Chart provides an informational overview of every book and lecture series and the subjects contained within each. Materials are available in 50 languages. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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THE PURIFICATION CENTERScientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard developed the Purification Program to free individuals from the mental and spiritual damage caused by drugs and toxins, through a regimen of exercise, sauna and nutrition—all of which are present in the Purification Program. The mural showcases the great sweep of Detroit’s influence—from a Cadillac’s tail fin representing the auto industry to the recording stars who put Motown front and center on the world’s stage. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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HUBBARD GUIDANCE CENTERThe Hubbard Guidance Center is where Scientologists receive one-on-one spiritual counseling, known as auditing. Just beyond the waiting room are dozens of auditing rooms. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Each one of the auditing rooms is ideally appointed to provide the calm, distraction-free setting requisite to achieving spiritual enlightenment. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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THE ACADEMYThe Academy is where Scientologists train to become auditors (spiritual counselors), capable of applying the technology of auditing to help others attain spiritual freedom. The Detroit Academy comprises multiple course rooms, each devoted to a different aspect of training. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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THE 313 CAFÉThe Café welcomes visitors touring the Church and provides a gathering place for those attending the many scheduled events. It further provides for parishioners during breaks in their Scientology services. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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THE CHAPELThe Chapel, lined with the Codes and Creed of the Church of Scientology, provides for all congregational ceremonies and services—including Sunday Services, Weddings and Naming Ceremonies. The Chapel also serves as an ideal venue for workshops, banquets and events, in the name of community collaboration for the betterment of Detroit. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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THE OFFICE OF L. RON HUBBARD As is tradition in all Churches of Scientology, the Office of L. Ron Hubbard stands in honor of the religion’s Founder and symbolizes that this Church is true to his writings and ideals. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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After acquiring One Griswold Way, the Church set about bringing new life to this downtown landmark, restoring many historical and architecturally significant features including the ornate metal grillwork above the front entrance. Designer and sculptor Corrado Parducci, who created much of downtown Detroit’s iconic façades, is responsible for the striking piece, not to mention exquisite details throughout the grand lobby. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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The extensive restoration work of the Church included fabled figures such as this griffon—a mythical animal tasked with guarding treasure—and the corner clock that has been a familiar face to residents for over 50 years. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Among the vintage motifs and accents fully restored are the hand-painted ceramic tiles adorning the grand lobby’s two-story high ceiling and this meticulously detailed stained glass window, an homage to the site’s legacy as the birthplace of Detroit. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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