Former André House director and Holy Cross priest named bishop for Florida diocese
WASHINGTON (CNS) — Pope Francis has named Holy Cross Father William A. Wack, a former director of André House, to be the bishop of Pensacola-Tallahassee.
Arizona’s Catholic universities form coalition
The state’s four private Catholic institutions of higher education Catholic Universities of Arizona formed a coalition to support each other’s mission and to help students of all faiths complete a meaningful and values-based education.
Phoenix sister opens respite center for the homeless
A web of community and individual relationships have helped realize the dream of Sr. Adele O’Sullivan, MD, to open Phoenix’s first medical respite center...
Dr. Vincent Sheridan, longtime OLMC principal, retires
A longtime elementary school principal credits a late Jesuit priest he once served with for teaching him some valuable lessons about leading a school by being an active, visible presence.
Northern Arizona: Home to the Oldest and Newest Cemeteries in the Diocese of Phoenix
Summer offers perfect time to visit
Gianna Emanuela Molla shares testimony of her ‘saint mommy’
GILBERT — Dr. Gianna Emanuela Molla — a living relic and namesake of her mother, 20th-century saint Gianna Beretta Molla — captured hearts in Arizona as she shared her family’s love story.
Under Our Lady’s Protection: Catholics urged to consecrate themselves to Christ through Mary
Marian consecrations often involve a 33-day preparation period which end on the vigil of a Marian feast day. Kid-friendly options are also available.
Lila Rose rallies with Phoenix pro-lifers outside facility accused of infanticide
A lunchtime sidewalk rally in front of an abortion facility just north of downtown Phoenix June 6 drew people from all over the Valley. They came to voice their concern about late-term abortions, and more particularly, infanticide.
Lent calls Catholics to deeper faith, stronger love, sacrifice
The worldwide Church is about to embark on its annual 40-day retreat. The season of Lent, with its ashes, palms and purple vestments intermingled...
Pope Francis raises hope among Eastern Catholics
Many Catholics are unaware of the various Eastern rite communities within the Church. Pope Francis would not be one of them. Bishop Gerald N. Dino of the Byzantine Holy Protection Eparchy of Phoenix said the election of Pope Francis bodes well for Eastern rite Catholics.
