Canonizing four saints, pope urges people to serve others with joy
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis called on people to replace their thirst for power with the joy of quiet and humble service, as he proclaimed four new saints, including the parents of St. Thérèse of Lisieux. All of Christ’s disciples, especially its pastors, are called to model themselves after Jesus and “suppress our instinctive desire to exercise power over others, and instead exercise the virtue of humility.”
Ukrainian bishops say military struggle must be matched by moral change
"A national house in which harmony and justice, honesty and respect for each person's dignity will reign," the bishops said.
Double vocations celebrations to help laity embrace universal call to holiness
All Saints Day in the Diocese of Phoenix this year will feature a coordinated effort helping English and Spanish-speaking Catholics of all ages embrace their call to holiness.
Seminarian touched by pope’s words
PHILADELPHIA — Closing remarks by the Holy Father during the Festival of Families prompted a Valley seminarian to pause in deep gratitude. An emotional Frank Cicero, who is in his sixth year at St. John Vianney Theological Seminary, wept as he spoke about his love for his mother.
Infertility can lead to sadness, broken marriages, Nigerian bishop says
In a childless marriage, some men "become careless with their married life," which can lead to polygamy, adultery or "other abuses in married life," and women become traumatized, he said.
Mesa Catholics mourn loss of World War II veteran-turned deacon
Dcn. James Battista, 88, who once served at All Saints Parish in Mesa, died Sept. 29. Dcn. Battista was ordained Feb. 13, 1982 for the Diocese of Rockford, Illinois.
Arizona Rosary Celebration: Face Time with Mary
Taking place during the month in which Catholics worldwide renew devotion to the rosary — and thereby draw closer to Christ — the Arizona Rosary Celebration is celebrating its 40th year.
Polish bishop says synod members trust Holy Spirit, guidance of pope
"An atmosphere of fear does not exist because we believe in the Holy Spirit. We also believe in the guidance of the Holy Father, who has to regulate this," Archbishop Gadecki, president of the Polish bishops' conference, told journalists Oct. 15.
Obedience is response to God’s love, not a condition for it, pope says
God's love is expansive, boundless and limitless, the pope said. "We should not let ourselves be fooled by the 'doctors' who limit this love."
Night of Hope plans ‘back to school’ event for grownups
The annual diocesan celebration of all 35 elementary and high schools serving the Diocese of Phoenix will allow guests to get a firsthand taste of life on a Catholic school campus.
