Formation of conscience guarantees freedom
Married love “advances gradually with the progressive integration of the gifts of God” (#122), says Pope Francis in his Apostolic Exhortation on the Joy of Love in the Family. There is no limit to the spouses’ ability to participate in the infinite charity which is the Holy Spirit (cf. #134). “Even amid unresolved conflicts and confused emotional situations, they daily reaffirm their decision to love, to belong to one another, to share their lives and to continue loving and forgiving. Each progresses along the path of personal growth and development. On this journey, love rejoices at every step and in every new stage” (#163). On this journey to full maturity in Christ, the Church accompanies married couples and assists them in the lifelong task of formation of conscience which, as the Catechism says (#1784), “guarantees freedom and engenders peace of heart.”
New group opens in Phoenix to offer young adults spiritual, professional development
“The young people of our generation yearn for a deeper sense of meaning. We know that something greater, worthy of pursuit, exists.” These words from Catherine Eckland opened the first meeting of the Young Catholic Professionals (YCP) Phoenix chapter — the newest of the national organization Aug. 23 at St. Francis Xavier Parish.
Parishes gear up for new catechetical school year
Serving as a catechist is not just a job you do, it’s an expression of private and public faith. They, alongside parents, serve as models for thousands of children in faith formation programs.
Alpha feeds body, soul of young adult guests
It’s the gentlest dinner invitation to what could ultimately land someone at the eternal banquet.
Choice Wine conference invites couples to ‘superabundant marriage’ [VIDEO]
For the first time in U.S. history, married couples are a minority household structure, says Steve Bollman, founder of Paridisus Dei. Because of this breakdown in the family, individuals are growing up without a healthy view of marriage.
The St. Michael Prayer – Defend us in battle! [VIDEO]
Do you know the St. Michael prayer? What are your battles? Who is amongst you to help fight those battles? Temptations? These are a...
Recapturing the public square: Sept. 17 event to provide ‘pep talk’ to Catholics
In the midst of a contentious political season, Catholics might be tempted to obey the maxim about steering clear of politics and religion in public. But that’s not what they’re called to do.
Author finds One World Trade Center a witness to nation’s spirit
"It's a secular site encoded with multiple symbols of faith, hope and love," she wrote in a new detailed, illustrated exploration of the political, structural and aesthetic forces that clashed, combined and coalesced before the building opened in October 2014.
Local Catholics rejoice as Pope Francis lifts up Teresa of Calcutta, model of charity
A trio of events paid homage to the canonization of the diminutive nun who once visited Arizona and captured the world’s heart with her humble service to the poor.
St. Teresa of Kolkata will always be ‘Mother’ Teresa, pope says
With a large tapestry bearing the portrait of the woman known as the "Saint of the Gutters" suspended above him, Pope Francis proclaimed the sainthood of Mother Teresa of Kolkata, hailing her courage and love for the poor.