For the first time in the history of the Diocese of Phoenix, Bishop Olmsted will consecrate two women to the Ordo virginum, as consecrated virgins living in the world. The Mass of Consecration for Kimberly Zeeman (from Blessed Sacrament Parish, Scottsdale) and Claire Halbur (from St. Mary Magdalene Parish, Gilbert) will be streamed live on […]
Join St. Francis Xavier Parish for a virtual event - a webinar presented by Dr. Raymond Reyes, Associate Provost and Chief Diversity Officer for Gonzaga University. Do we have the ability to respectfully disagree within the bounds of an unconditional love for the other? Do we have the ability to hear the suffering of others? Do […]
Bishop Olmsted invites all Catholics in the Diocese of Phoenix and throughout the nation to pray together a “Totus Tuus” 54-Day Rosary Novena, beginning on August 30, the memorial of St. Jeanne Jugan, foundress of the Little Sisters of the Poor, and ending on October 22, the feast of St. John Paul II. How to […]
Pope Francis and Bishop Olmsted have asked us to support the Pontifical Good Friday Collection, which helps Christians in the Holy Land. The collection is usually held on Good Friday, but it was rescheduled this year to September 13, just before the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross. We are spiritually united with […]
Did you know it takes eight donors to fulfill 15 minutes of Arizona’s blood needs? When you donate blood, the life you save could be a friend, a family member, or even your own. Because of the pandemic, many blood drives have been cancelled, so your individual donations matter now more than ever. Give blood […]
These presentations are presented by Catholic Charities program staff to best share what we do, volunteer opportunities available, ways to partner, and learn the needs of those we serve. Virtual Program Presentations include: Familias Unidas Immigration Services, provides low cost legal consultation, document preparation and representation to assist U.S. citizens and immigrants. Refugee Resettlement, provides […]
If you are interested the process and requirements to become a Foster or Adoptive Parent, please join Catholic Charities for a virtual info session! Register via Zoom
Zoom Link: us02web.zoom.us/j/5951618466 There’s no better way to learn about Tepeyac Leadership Initiative than its upcoming virtual open house! Meet your future instructors, recent alumni, and other professionals who share your values. This will be a fun, informative, and high energy evening! Zoom link above. EVENT DRESS CODE: Business QUESTIONS: administration@tepeyacleadership.org VISIT: tliprogram.org
The Life-Giving Wounds online retreat is for all adult children of divorce or separation. This retreat will take place over seven consecutive Thursday evenings, from October 1 to November 12, from 5-6:30 p.m. Arizona time. It is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to: receive focused, compassionate attention to your particular needs and wounds to gather with others […]
There is a growing division and hostility in our state and our country, especially in recent months as we approach the fall elections. What we must never forget, however, is that God remains with us and has a plan and responsibility for each of us to be faithful Catholics and loyal, responsible citizens. You are […]
This annual Mass is for all those who are on the infertility journey. God is close to the brokenhearted, and you are not alone. After the Mass celebrated by Fr. Charlie Goraieb, there will be a short testimony by other couples, and an opportunity to venerate the relics of St. Gerard Majella. Finally, couples are […]
Celebrate Our Lady, Undoer of Knots, with the 2020 Arizona Rosary Celebration! The event will be live streamed starting at 2 p.m. with Bishop Olmsted presiding and will include a recorded message from Auxiliary Bishop Rodriguez of the Archdiocese of Denver. The event will include remarks from Bishop Olmsted, the guest speaker's message, exposition of […]
