Archangel Michael, Patron of Kyiv A Brush with God” icon painting retreat returns to the Casa with Peter Pearson leading us through the process of creating this image in the folk style of Byzantine iconography. We’ll pray, follow step-by-step instructions, and learn about the history and spirituality of this ancient art form. During this workshop, […]
Two-Day Advent Mission with Steve Ray Friday, December 9th, 7:00 pm-9:00 pm “Is the Mass Really a Sacrifice?” Saturday, December 10th, 9:30 am-11:00 am “Defending the Eucharist: You Are What You Eat” Steve and Janet Ray are the producers of the Catholic DVD series The Footprints of God: The Story of Salvation from Abraham to […]
"Being at Home in My Own Skin: The Ultimate Gift." This weekend will give you permission to be at home in your own skin, to embrace authenticity, to find your voice and the fire in your belly. You will find permission to hear the voice of grace, to pause for renewal, and to find safe […]
Marianne Gouveia and Greg Eckerman with Father Page Polk The EMMAUS Ministry for Grieving Parents is a unique ministry that serves the spiritual needs of grieving parents Of all the pains that life can hand us, arguably the most searing is the loss of a child. During this weekend, just as Jesus joined his distraught […]
A program presented in partnership with the Franciscan School of Theology A growing number of studies are examining Catholic young adults, and they all report the same results: young adults are leaving in droves. However, when these studies are examined more closely, they offer a more interesting story than the "leaving in droves" narrative provides. […]
Singers of all ages and backgrounds are invited to explore the Gregorian repertory with us in an informal atmosphere. Beginners welcome. See website for details. Please note: this event is NOT a performance!
As part of the National Eucharistic Revival, the Vatican Exhibit of Eucharistic Miracles is coming to Phoenix. There will be many stops on the way. See amazing displays for yourself — no need to travel to Rome! What is a Eucharistic Miracle? Eucharistic miracles are extraordinary events or phenomena, which manifest the Real Presence of […]
Faith in Action Ministry Take time to quiet your heart during the busy Advent season - Dec. 12 and Dec. 19, 2022 Let us begin again, for until now we have done nothing.” For two Monday evenings in mid-Advent we will take time to pause from the “holiday hustle and bustle” and instead take a […]
Blessed Sacrament Parish ~ Scottsdale, AZ Advent Evening of Reflection ~ Monday, December 12th at 7:00 PM Julie Carrick is going to lead our Advent Evening of Reflection based on her newest book ‘Savior & Sustenance’. With powerful talks & exquisite music this is an evening for the whole family. Lamb of God….The Gifts of […]
In the Ignatian tradition, praying with the imagination is called contemplation. Contemplation is a very active way of praying that engages the mind and heart. Ignatius was convinced that God can speak to us as surely through our imagination as through our thoughts and memories. Join our three-night series on imaginative prayer and accompany Mother […]
Saint Francis wanted to see with his own eyes the simplicity, poverty and humility of Jesus’ birth. With the help of the townspeople of Greccio, Italy a manger was constructed in a forest clearing. Mangers are still assembled to this day as part of our Christmas tradition to recall St. Francis’ vision and to celebrate […]
In September, Arizona passed a new state law making state educational funds available to Catholic families. Known as Empowerment Scholarship Accounts or the ESA, these funds can be used for elementary, secondary, or college education costs. On December 17th, there will be an in-person and livestream free information conference detailing how Catholic families can use […]
