New shrine brings image of Christ child to Mount Claret
It was fittingly dedicated on the feast of the Epiphany, Bishop Olmsted said. There was something the Magi found valuable in their quiet encounter with a young Jesus.
Pavilion dedication preserves past, paves way for OLPH centennial
Students at Our Lady of Perpetual Help witnessed the intersection of past, present and future on their first day back in 2017.
Catholics offer Christmas Eve Rosary at Glendale Planned Parenthood
GLENDALE — On one of the busiest shopping days of the year, when most people bustle about with last-minute Christmas preparations, about 250 Catholics gathered at a Glendale Planned Parenthood facility that performs abortions through 17 weeks and six days’ gestation.
New Safe Environment director brings gifts, experience
Since she took over the role of director of Safe Environment Training for the Diocese of Phoenix last month, Dr. Kathy Cisar has been moved by the support provided to survivors and the educational resources available, and she’s ready to do her part to make sure people have the tools necessary to keep children and vulnerable adults safe.
Plumbing company supports FSL clients
A $10,000-per-month grant through September will help address repair and home improvement projects for limited income senior citizens.
Eighth-graders with hearts rooted in service vie for scholarship awards
Each fall yields a fresh crop of highly-deserving eighth-graders seeking a Christian Service Award. Exactly 144 students applied.
Sr. John-Mark Maria professes perpetual vows, a first for ‘Desert Nuns’
TONOPAH — Donning a floral bridal crown of over her brown habit, Sr. John-Mark Maria, PCPA, did not stop smiling as she professed perpetual vows. She was now a bride of Christ.
Pre-New Year’s conference calls young men to step ‘Into the Breach’
Attention young men (high school and college): Finish 2016 strengthened in your resolve to be a warrior for Christ.
Following ‘Plan of God’ brings sisters from Peru to Arizona
The young sisters will partner with St. Paul's Outreach to serve students at Arizona State University plus nourish parish life at nearby Our Lady of Mount Carmel.
Mercy is greater than any evil, says bishop at Mass of Healing and Reconciliation
Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted prayed with tearful victims of abuse, other laity who came in support, along with roughly 10 priests and deacons from the diocese who concelebrated and assisted at the Mass.