Catholic Schools Week returns Jan. 29
While Catholic Schools Week, observed this year Jan. 29 – Feb. 4, traditionally kicks off with open houses for prospective students that sandwich Sunday...
Parish patron’s ascension depicted in new mural at St. Steven
SUN LAKES — A church in the far-east corner of the Phoenix Diocese has undergone extensive renovation and part of the reworking includes a 22-foot ceiling mural depicting the parish patron, St. Steven.
Steve Zabilski: 20 years of serving ‘the common man’ at St. Vincent de Paul
“I don’t ever want to forget this organization is built by ordinary people,” said Steve Zabilski, who as of Jan. 6, marked 20 years as executive director of Phoenix’s Society of St. Vincent de Paul.
Excitement builds as new Catholic high school prepares to break ground
AVONDALE — The first Catholic high school to serve the growing number of Catholic students and families in the far West Valley is about to mark a major milestone.
Renowned Theology of the Body expert to speak at ‘JP2 Celebration’
Christopher West, a world-renowned speaker and expert on the Theology of the Body will be the keynote speaker for the Annual John Paul II Resource Center Celebration.
Minnesota archbishop to preach at upcoming Phoenix Red Mass commemorating opening of legislative year
On the heels of a bitter political season, an event that asks for God’s blessing on and guidance for elected officials, lawmakers, judges and lawyers takes place Jan. 24 at St. Mary’s Basilica.
Conference: Aim for truth with love to help those with same-sex attraction
For Courage member Daniel Mattson, the intersection of his life with the gay rights movement caused “all hell to break loose.”
MLK Mass homilist: King’s faith models universal call to make world more peaceful, just
With the nation divided following one of the most brutal political campaigns in American history, it may be more important than ever for the country to reflect on the values and philosophies of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., said Fr. Manuel Williams, CR, the homilist at the diocesan Mass honoring the civil-rights icon on his holiday Jan. 16 at St. Mary’s Basilica.
Sr. Anna Priester, BVM (1942-2016)
Sr. Anna Priester, BVM, passed away Dec. 17, 2016, in Lancaster, California. She was 74.
St. John Vianney breaks ground for sorely needed expansion to meet growth
GOODYEAR — Construction is proceeding on schedule on a new wing that will enable St. John Vianney School to meet steadily growing student demand by this time next year.