Weekend calendar: Christmas edition

There's still another week of Advent, but our parishes and greater community are offering some ways to celebrate the Christmas spirit this weekend.

Abortifacients and agendas

How many legs does a dog have if you call the tail a leg? Four. Calling a tail a leg doesn't make it a leg. Abraham Lincoln

Cyber Monday, #GivingTuesday for Catholics

Scouring the Internet looking for deals on gifts? Here are some places to save plus ways to embrace #GivingTuesday.

Liturgical year-end reflections

As the liturgical year draws to a close, see what some local Catholics have to say about their favorite part of the Mass. What would you add to the list?

Post grad honors

A new Brophy tradition has the Jesuit school profiling and honoring graduates after graduation. The first two honorees were recognized Saturday.

St. Joseph the Worker revs up job search process [VIDEO]

St. Joseph the Worker's Mobile Success Unit is pounding the pavement to help the homeless secure jobs.

Weekend calendar: Nov. 7-9

Catholic event organizers are taking advantage of perfect weather across the Diocese of Phoenix and first Friday to host a series of options this weekend that celebrate the sacraments — include a deacon ordination — honor members in the community and help the least among us.

Bishop Olmsted: Voting is a moral duty [VIDEO]

In this short clip from Mixed Voces, Bishop Olmsted explains the importance of voting and of being an informed participant in the election process.

Bishop Olmsted reflects on the importance of Día de los Muertos [VIDEO]

Bishop Olmsted, interviewed recently by Mixed Voces, explains the importance of the Día de los Muertos celebration.

Halloween happenings around the diocese

Catholics of all ages across the Diocese of Phoenix are celebrating Halloween — the eve of the feast of All Saints Day — and Día de los Muertos. Find out where to wear your costume and see how Catholic schools are marking the occasion.