Detroit church holds vigil for ailing Aretha Franklin

The vigil was part of an outpouring of well-wishes this week from celebrities and fans alike. Ministers from multiple Detroit-area churches, gathered at New Bethel Baptist Church for a 5:00 a.m. (0900 GMT) service dedicated to Franklin, who influenced generations over a five-decade career.

Few details have emerged about the singer’s condition or illness, but she is said to be in hospice care, surrounded by family and friends.

The singer’s father C.L Franklin was a preacher at New Bethel church, where a young Aretha started her singing career.