Bishop blesses new recording studio for weekly Catholic radio program

Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted blesses the new recording studio for “The Bishop’s Hour” Nov. 6 at the Diocesan Pastoral Center. “The Bishop’s Hour,” a weekly...

Our Lady of Joy gives thanks for 40 years of growth, stewardship

Our Lady of Joy parishioners have been finding countless ways to express the love of Christ since the community was established 40 years ago.

Eucharistic Congress calls Catholics to lead Christ-centered lives

The Eucharist can be a comfort to those in distress, like the thousands suffering in the aftermath of hurricane Sandy, said Marian Father Mark Baron, minister to the Pentagon.

The Casa promotes local Apache craft business; CCHD collection set for Nov. 17-18

The Franciscan Renewal Center has supported crafters through the Apache Fair Trade Co-op for years. Recently, they’ve been working together to establish a solid business model to help the Apache in San Carlos, Ariz., fight poverty on the reservation.

Principal marks half century of service to high school life

Xavier College Preparatory’s Sr. Joan Fitzgerald, BVM, was assigned to the Phoenix all-girls school in 1962. She never left.

Bishop says Israel, Hamas must make tough decisions to end violence

JERUSALEM (CNS) -- The Israeli government and leaders of Hamas must make courageous decisions to end the violence that has once again forced residents of Southern Israel into their bomb shelters and residents of the Gaza Strip into their homes, said Auxiliary Bishop William Shomali of Jerusalem.

What’s next? Catholics seek post-election path

In the wake of President Barack Obama’s re-election Nov. 6, some Catholics are vowing to continue to fight the administration while others are calling for unity and working together to resolve differences.

‘Honor Your Mother’ Our Lady of Guadalupe celebration set for Dec. 8

Organizers of this year’s Dec. 8 “Honor Your Mother” celebration are gearing up for the procession and outdoor Mass that continues to draw devotees...

Night of Hope rallies support for diocesan Catholic schools

Supporters, alumni and educators came together to celebrate and sustain Catholic education at the fifth annual Night of Hope. Schools throughout the Diocese of Phoenix...

Archbishop joins voices urging Obama to ‘seize moment’ on immigration

BALTIMORE (CNS) -- The chairman of the U.S. bishops' Committee on Migration joined the broadening chorus calling on President Barack Obama and Congress to...