Author Archive: The Catholic Sun
The Catholic Sun, as the official news source for the Diocese of Phoenix, shares in the mission of evangelizing the Catholic faithful, under the direction of the bishop, by providing news, information, education, a forum for discussion and guidance in matters of faith, morals and spiritual life.
World record holder celebrates 70 years of priestly ministry
Meet up with a nearly 96-year-old Holy Cross priest who has many accolades to his name including papal appointments, involvement in the civil rights movement, a Centennial medal from Catholic Charities USA and longest-serving president of the University of Notre Dame. Fr. Hesburgh, who is also the oldest and longest-serving priest of the United States Province for the Congregation of the Holy Cross, still works daily in his office on the 13th floor of the library that bears his name.
Arizona Knights of Columbus kick off annual state convention
More 400 representatives of the Arizona State Council of the Knights of Columbus will be joining together during this weekend for their annual state convention. The following are major events of the convention that are open to all.
Catholic Charities helps those in need to receive more than $2.1 million in tax refunds
Catholic Charities Community Services volunteers completed 1,291 free tax returns totaling $2,137,767 in federal and state refunds during the 2012 tax season which ended April 15. The agency provided the free service to individuals and families with low to moderate incomes in Maricopa and Yavapai counties.
Sold-out Crozier Gala features ‘surprise’ grants
The Catholic Community Foundation’s signature fundraiser, the Crozier Gala, celebrated its silver anniversary April 20, but that didn’t mean the event was business as usual. Its board of directors did away with a formal “ask” two years ago and this year awarded “surprise” grants as a means of showcasing the good works the foundation does for local Catholic outreach.
Marian concert fundraiser set for May 18
Catholic musicians from around the Valley are putting on a May 18 concert in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary at St. Louis the King Parish, 4331 W. Maryland Ave. in Glendale.
Jazz festival coming to St. Thomas the Apostle Parish
St. Thomas the Apostle Parish is hosting a jazz festival at 6 p.m. this Friday, April 26. It’s billed as a family-friendly event for the community and will feature Armand Boatman’s Bebop Revolution.
Catholic media needed now more than ever
While many turn to mainstream media for information that affects their lives, finding reputable information about the Catholic faith in secular media can be frustrating.
Kermit Gosnell, a Philadelphia abortionist, on trial for murder
The criminal trial of Kermit Gosnell, a Philadelphia abortionist on trial for murdering seven babies during a grisly procedure in which he or his assistant snipped the newborns’ necks, continues. Gosnell faces the death penalty for his actions at the clinic dubbed the “House of Horrors.”
Local parishes hosting sacred relics
Ten local parishes are taking turns hosting an exposition of sacred relics starting April 7. Catholics will find more than 150 relics on display, some believed to be as old as 2,000 years.
Private school tuition assistance available from state of Arizona
Recently a new type of scholarship has been developed by the Arizona Department of Education that allows students currently attending “failing” (“D” or “F”) public district or charter schools to transfer to private schools and receive funding to pay for tuition.
