St. Maria Goretti is pleased to offer our Lenten Mission: A Physician Explains the Suffering and Death of Jesus Christ, presented by Deacon Peter Auriemma, MD. In order to more fully understand and appreciate the tremendous sacrifice which Jesus made for our salvation, this presentation will examine the suffering and factors causing his death from […]
Grab your friends for a night out at the movies! Santiago: The Camino Within is exclusively in theaters on March 28! Capturing both the astonishing physical beauty and the compelling spiritual attraction of walking the ancient Way of St. James in Spain, this deeply contemplative film projects in color and sound an epic journey of […]
Flights of Faith Young adults (ages 21-45), come and join us for food and drinks, social time and a talk by Deacon Andrew Fritz, CSC. "St. Benedict and Protection Against Evil". When: March 30 Arrive at 6:30 for ordering, talk starts at 7. Where: Irish Wolfhound Restaurant & Pub 16811 N Litchfield Rd., #102 Surprise, […]
Thursday March 30th and Friday March 31st Icons are meant to be read, but how is that done? Fr. Vincent Nguyen, OFM, and George Sabol, OFS, will provide "readings" of the icon from a scriptural and Franciscan spirituality view. Come and learn about one of the most recognizable Franciscan images. The group will meet from […]
Faith In Action Ministry "Joy is the reward of seeking to give Joy to others." Archbishop Desmond Tutu - Laugh out loud funny. - Poignant. Powerful. Practical. A once-in-a-generation film with a “just-in-time” message from Archbishop Desmond Tutu and His Holiness the Dalai Lama. In what is likely their last time together, this film traces […]
Catholic Charities provides low-cost counseling for individuals, families, couples, children and adolescents to deal with a variety of issues, including, but not limited to: Abuse, trauma, grief and loss, depression, communication and more. Services are provided at multiple sites throughout the valley. Fees are on a sliding scale, based on income and family size, and […]
Catholic Charities Family Preservation programs support parents as they address issues that affect their ability to properly care for their children. These programs are made available through a partnership with the Department of Child Safety. We offer these families, in northern and central Arizona, support, resources, parenting workshops, case management and more, to help them […]
Join Arizona Life Coalition and St. Thomas Aquinas Parish Respect Life Ministry for a powerful morning for life! Special Guest Speakers: 40 Days for Life leaders, Nancy Brady and Ellen Sweeney. * Don't miss this special event honoring 50 year pro-life veteran Ellen Sweeney! * 8:00am Holy Mass, St. Thomas Aquinas Church 13720 W. Thomas […]
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 […]
Please check back for more information on Fr. Phillip's retreat information. IMPORTANT NOTE: BY REGISTERING HERE, YOU ARE REGISTERING FOR HOLY WEEK RETREAT PART 2, THE PASCHAL TRIDUUM, APRIL 6 - 9. SEE REGISTRATION INFORMATION BELOW FOR HOLY WEEK PART 1, APRIL 1 - 5. PLEASE READ THE COMPLETE DESCRIPTION FOR HOLY WEEK PARTS 1 […]
In this lecture, Ryan Ayala will examine the life of Bl. Carlo Acutis. Date: Saturday, April 1, 2023. Time: 9:15am to 10:15am. Location: St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, 2312 E. Campbell Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85016 Participants can join us either in person or via video conference. Zoom link for video conferencing will be available the […]
Please join us for Denim and Diamonds, this year's A Taste of Saint Mary's. Enjoy the Drinks, Food, Music, Auction & More at this Country Glam Hoedown!
