I would be more impressed if the church did what pr69rrh51 suggested above. The neighborhood could use affordable housing more than an expanded seminary parking lot.

From the Mlive article:

Parking spaces will be installed on the new land by the summer.


"The acquisition of the property demonstrates our long-term commitment to the City of Detroit and the neighborhood," said Monsignor Todd Lajiness, rector-president of Sacred Heart Major Seminary, in the release.


"It manifests our commitment to being a good neighbor and to the revitalization of the neighborhood by enhancing its beauty and its historic charm. Importantly, the acquisition also will have a positive impact in how we pursue our mission, giving us the necessary space to increase parking, enhance our green space, and allow our programs to flourish."