Pilgrims, locals look forward to Pope Francis’ message of mercy in Juárez
CIUDAD JUÁREZ ― Pope Francis comes to Ciudad Juárez with a message of hope and mercy, say Rosa and Sergio Siller, who are leading a group of pilgrims from Sacred Heart Parish in Phoenix. Sergio is a native of the last city on the Holy Father’s apostolic visit to Mexico, and he and his family are staying with his family while they’re here.
Bishop to ordain six deacons
Six men from throughout the diocese are spending their final days as laypeople. Beginning with their Nov. 3 ordination at Ss. Simon and Jude Cathedral, they will forever be known as “deacon.”
Real or phony? Replica of Shroud of Turin on display at two parishes
For centuries, the Shroud of Turin has intrigued Christians who believe it to be the burial shroud of Jesus Christ.
St. Bernard parish group raises $20K for life-size statue of John Paul II
An outdoor life-size statue of St. John Paul II greets visitors at St. Bernard of Clairvaux in Scottsdale.
Former Brophy president offers prayers at McCain memorials
WASHINGTON (CNS) — Jesuit Father Edward Reese, the former president of Brophy College Preparatory, offered prayers in both Phoenix and Washington, including a homily at the National Cathedral in Washington, after the death of U.S. Senator John McCain from Arizona who died Aug. 25 at age 81 after a long struggle with brain cancer.
High school campuses host college info nights
High school students and their parents are invited to local Catholic high schools to learn more about various college and university options.
Young woman ready for religious life
She’s the oldest sister, yet also the youngest.
‘Sun’ correspondent publishes new novel on Middle East persecution
Joyce Coronel has never been to Iraq or Syria, but you couldn’t tell by reading her latest book, “Cry of Nineveh.” Coronel, a longtime reporter for The Catholic Sun, just published her second novel based on the persecution of Christians in the Middle East.
First week of Advent calls us to preparation, patience, memory
Reflection focuses on “the Lord is coming.” Christians patiently await the revelation of the face of God at Christmas.
CDA gears up to spread hope through outpouring of love
The coming days are prime time to discern how individuals and families will support this year’s effort which supports daily outreach in more than 70 charitable apostolates. The 2018 Charity and Development Appeal kicks off Feb. 10-11 at parishes.
