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Family Care

Adult Care

Adults: Tender Loving Care Home. Private and semi-private rooms. Rooms for couples. Licensed, family atmosphere, low rates, 24-hour supervision. Excellent care. Alzheimer’s patients welcome. Less expensive than a nursing home. Call (602)978-4169 or (602)754-6403.

Assisted Living, Golden Years. Home in Happy Valley/I-17. Licensed for five residents, RN-owned and operated, 24-hour care, private rooms. Loving family atmosphere. Call (623)587-9025.

Claredon Assisted Living. South Scottsdale area (Hayden/Indian School.) Private and semi-private rooms, home-cooked meals, 24-hour supervision. Call (602)626-0362 or (602)481-8867.

EssentialCare, (602)999-9480 or www.myessentialcare.com. Providing caregivers to those residing in nursing homes, hospitals, assisted-living facilities or at home.

FK Adult Care Home. Phoenix near 30th Avenue and Greenway Road. State licensed, ALTCS provider, 22 years experience. Call (602)548-0148.

Lakeside Assisted Living, 24-hour care, trained caregivers. All facilities located in the Sun Lakes area. Call (602)614-0848.

Mama Mary Assisted Living. State licensed, ALTCS provider. Affordable rates. Glendale location, S/E of Union Hills and 43rd Ave., phone (602)547-3331. Peoria location S/E corner of 83rd and Cactus Rd., phone (623)776-2942 or cell (623)340-0480.

Villa Jean Adult Care Home. Excellent home for your loved ones. We also welcome adult daycare and respite care. Twenty years of adult care experience. Chandler area, licensed. Call (480)857-2972.

Child Care

Quality Preschool. Daily lessons (Kindergarten readiness skills), weekly themes, art activities, time to play, snacks and the beauty of building friendships. Offered by a certified teacher with years of experience in my home. Chandler Heights and Higley. Please contact Megan, (480)390-0947, e-mail megdefran@mac.com.

Counseling

Marriage, Family or individual counseling by marriage team; psychotherapist and educational consultant. Metrocenter area. Visit www.santacruzcounseling.com or call (602)843-4003. Jim Santa Cruz, M.C., L.P.C., and Jane Santa Cruz, M.A.

Senior Housing

Senior Independent Living with room and board. No age limit. Located in the Flagstaff country area. Pets welcome and facilities for farm animals. Casino and church trips once a week, old Mexico once a month. English and foreign language television. Not licensed, monthly lease. Call (602)242-8237.

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For Sale

Cemetery Plots

Green Acres Cemetery, Garden of Flowers section, space 3, plot 801, will bury two, $6,500 firm. Call (602)244-1847.

Holy Cross Cemetery, single mausoleum overlooking the courtyard. Last space available. Third tier, second space 499 second from the corner, $8,500. Please call (602)920-7395.

Holy Cross Cemetery. Moved out of state. Will sell, high value, low price. Companion plot, $2,400. Call (479)372-1288.

Resthaven Cemetery. Glendale, companion plot for two people with headstone included, $2,500 o.b.o. Please call (623)703-1596.

St. Francis Cemetery, near mausoleum, section 716, plot 8, row 2, spaces 5 and 6. Includes two vaults and granite marker, $6,500 o.b.o. Call (480)563-5172 or (480)223-2438.

St. Francis Cemetery, section 706, four single spaces with burial rights for each person per space. Includes granite markers, $12,000. Call (360)457-2012.

St. Francis Cemetery, side-by-side crypt in New Resurrection section, corridor 211, tier 2, row 8301 and 8303, $7,000. Call (602)291-7034.

St. Francis Cemetery, sold-out section 802, companion package, two vaults, granite headstone, vase, $5,000. Call (602)316-0667.

St. Francis Cemetery, companion package, section 610, plot 11, row 1, space 5. Includes two vaults, granite marker, vase, $6,800. Call (480)473-0992.

Gold Canyon Candles

Gold Canyon Candles. one of “the world’s finest” candle companies. Gold Canyon is no longer available in retail locations and is only available through private parties and catalogs. Host a party and earn free or discounted products. For more information about hosting a party or to place an order contact Megan, Independent Demonstrator, (480)664-3520 or visit www.mygc.com/megdefran.

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Miscellaneous

Exercise/Jazzercise

Jazzercise World’s Leading Dance-Fitness program offering a fusion of jazz dance, resistance training, Pilates, yoga and kickboxing. Everyone welcome. Monday through Thursday, 6:15 p.m. and Saturday 8:30 a.m. Classes at 43rd Avenue and Thunderbird. For call information please call (623)486-7053.

Poland Pilgrimage

Encounters with John Paul Great, Sts. Kolbe, Faustina. Daily Mass, Monastery accommodations. Cultural opportunities. Learn why JP2 quotes, “Is Polish Culture Yeast to Renew Faith of Western World?” Limited small size. To register your interest (no obligation) for individual, family, customized group experiences visit www.livingkrakow.com or call Mike, (602)819-7473.

Travel

Fatima and Lourdes Pilgrimage. Join Fr. Damien Toilolo, OSB and Deacon Patrick Toilolo on an eight day Marian Pilgrimage from November 12 through November 19, 2008. Start off in Fatima for a couple of days and then travel to Lourdes. Pope Benedict has granted a plenary indulgence to those who visit Lourdes during thier 150 year anniversary. For more information call Dcn. Patrick at (928)680-9401, or e-mail him at ptoilolo@hotmail.com.

Unique Crosses

Holy Trinity Crosses. Unique, exotic wood. One-of-a-kind crosses, www.HolyTrinityCross.com.

Wanted Cars

Buy Vehicles Running or not with title. Free removal of junk cars with or without title. Call Omar, (623)242-4593 or Maribel, (623)936-3621.

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Opportunities

Business Opportunities

A $29 Investment will earn residual and compounding income for a lifetime. Call Ed, from 7p.m. to 9p.m. (605)891-3911.

Are You Ready To Start your own home-based nutrition business? Call for more information on how to earn the $$$ that you deserve. Call Doug Mason, (480)227-8805 or visit www.douglasmason.info.

Domestic Engineer Divas. No selling, just sharing, free Web site. Moms and dads who are interested in energy, health and wealth. Call Joni, (602)481-0156 or Terri (602)432-7846.

Investigate fully before sending any money to a seller of mortgages, land contracts, or other financial opportunities. Determine if the seller of the investment vehicle and the investment vehicles are registered/licensed with the Arizona Corporation Commission’s Securities Division by calling (602)542-4242 or 1-877-811-3878. (This notice is provided as a public service by The Catholic Sun.)

Moms Helping Moms Work From Home! Serious women needed. No selling. Free Web site, support, training. Call Petra at (480)704-1547 or visit www.joinmoms.com.

Caregivers

Caregivers Needed Now. One-on-One Homecare, full or part-time, flexible schedule, vacation. Benefits, bonuses. Northwest Valley, (623)209-3060 or (602)235-2220.

Drivers/Warehouse Workers

Drivers Class A & B/Warehouse Workers. WAXIE a leading distributor of janitorial supplies is currently hiring drivers for local routes as well as warehouse workers for the night shift. We offer competitive wages and benefits. Apply in person to: 2810 S. Roosevelt St. in Tempe between 9a.m. and 4p.m., or send résumé to: mfortin@waxie.com, fax (480)968-1539. Security background checks will be conducted on all qualified applicants. EEO/AA

Funeral Director/Embalmer

Queen of Heaven Mortuary seeks a licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer to assist in its funeral ministry in the Diocese of Phoenix. The ideal candidate must be able to obtain Arizona state license for funeral director and embalmer, have a minimum of two years experience, excellent communication skills, be computer literate, excellent embalming skills, and possess a valid AZ driver’s license. Must be familiar with and be able to subscribe to Catholic principles and teachings. This is a very exciting opportunity for someone looking for a challenge and career growth into a management level position. Bilingual a plus. Send résumé to Catholic Cemeteries, Attn: Harry N. Antram, 1562 East Baseline Rd., Mesa, Arizona 85204, or fax to (480)813-2826.

Funeral Service Associate

Queen of Heaven Mortuary located in Mesa which is owned and operated by the Diocese of Phoenix currently has part-time flexible positions available for Funeral Service Associates. This position is primarily responsible to provide professional assistance to the Funeral Director at funeral services and assist with courier duties. We are looking for individuals who view funeral service as a ministry to families. Call (480)892-3729 for a personal interview, ask for Harry Antram.

Nutrition

The World’s Most Powerful Anti-Aging Food! Visit www.lowlead.com, www.gojidiabetics.com and www.gojiohoenix.com. Call Dick Shaw, (480)718-5427.

Receptionist - Part-time

Queen Of Heaven Mortuary a part-time secretary/receptionist to work Fridays 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturdays 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and possibly some evenings.The ideal candidate must be a high school graduate, with excellent oral and written communication skills, type approximately 50 wpm, extensive computer software knowledge, and be able to work various office machines. Fax résumé to Director of Funeral Services, (480)813-2826.

Sales

Catholic Cemeteries de Phoenix, necesita consejeros o entrenadores en los cementerios locales del área. Ingreso excelente de $40 mil hasta $50 mil o más. Seguro de salud, vida, óptica, farmacia, son algunos de los beneficios que nuestros empleados reciben. Oportunidades excelentes para los hombres y mujeres que les interesan una carrera de vendedor o de ayudar a la gente. Oportunidades de ascenso para los que trabajan duro y están enfocados. Llame a St. Francis cem a (602)267-1329 para una entrevista 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Pide por Mr. White.

Catholic Cemeteries of Phoenix currently has opportunities available for counselors or trainees in local area cemeteries. Excellent income of $40k to $50k, salary plus commission, legitimate income potential for the first year! Medical, life, dental, optical, prescriptions and 401k are some of the many perks our employees receive. Excellent opportunities for both women and men interested in sales careers and helping people. Advancement opportunities available for hard-working, focused individuals. Call St. Francis Cemetery at (602)267-1329 for a personal interview between 10 a.m.-2 p.m., ask for Mr. White.

Teachers

St. Maximilian Mary Kolbe School. Small private school seeks experienced part or full-time teacher for elementary or junior high school level. Kolbe School’s traditional, Catholic liberal arts K-8 program offers direct instruction by experienced teachers in small, multi-level classes that allow for individual attention and the recognition of the uniqueness of each student. We encourage academic excellence and joyful fidelity to the Magisterium of the Catholic Church. Monday through Thursday schedule. Health, dental and vision insurance. Please submit brief letter of introduction or current résumé by e-mail to info@kolbeschool.com or by fax to (480)283-0427, or by mail to 4141 East Thomas Road, Phoenix, AZ 85018-7515, Attn: M. J. Scamperle. Visit our Web site at www.kolbeschool.com.

Youth Ministry Coordinator

St. Patrick Catholic Church in Scottsdale is seeking a passionate, creative, responsible, self-starting individual who loves the Catholic Church and enjoys working with young people. The coordinator will be part of the youth ministry team ministering to The Edge middle school youth and Life Teen high school teens. To apply please e-mail a resume to generalmail@stpatrickscottsdale.org or mail to: Director of Liturgy and Youth Ministry, 10815 N. 84th St. Scottsdale, AZ 85260.

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Prayers

Prayers

Thank You, St. Anthony, for so many little miracles and for being there for me. P.R.V.

Thank You, St. Jude, powerful intercessor for answering my prayers. Please continue interceding regarding my problem. M.L.C.

Thank You, St. Jude, Blessed Mother and Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, for continuing to answer my prayers. Z.O.

Thank You, St. Jude, my prayers were answered. Please continue to bless our family. L.M.C.K.

Thank You, St. Jude, for answering my prayers. Please continue to help. B.A.S.

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Real Estate

For Rent

Free Apartment Locating Service. Bad credit, no credit, foreclosure, bankruptcy, judgments, evictions, pets, etc. Studios to 3 bedrooms, immediate move-in specials. Call Alice, (623)326-9335, Sinmar Realty, LLC.

Land For Sale

New Arizona Land Rush! One or two and a half “football field” sized lots! Zero down, zero interest, $159-208 per month! Money back guarantee! Call 1-888-898-3063 or www.sunsiteslandrush.com.

Room for Rent

Catholic Female Looking for one or two persons to rent a room with garage. Cross street 107th Ave/Peoria $400 for single and $450 for couple, utilities included. Call (623)444-8614 or (480)516-9575.

Roommate Wanted

Roommate Wanted to share two bedroom, two bath condo near Brophy. Washer/dryer included, $450 per month plus half utilities. Call (602)626-7866.

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Services

Air Conditioning

Amuso Heating and Cooling. Valleywide, commercial and residential. Service and installation, licensed, bonded and insured, 24-hours, 7-days per week. Call (623)693-6523.

Custom Climate Air Conditioning and Heating. Summer tune-up special $34. Repairs and installation, free estimates on all repairs. Honest and reliable, same-day service. Se habla español. Licensed and bonded. Lic.# ROC2241423. Call (602)573-7442.

Wayne’s Air Conditioning And Heating. Quality repairs and installations since 1993. Honest and reliable. Lic.# ROC104365. Serving the North Valley. Call (602)319-6447.

Caregiver/Managerial Training

Cactus Wren Caregiver and Managerial Training program, state approved. We offer caregiver and managerial training, CPR First Aid training, fingerprinting, TB testing, CEUs, group home start-up assistance, service plans. Two or more services and receive a discount. Hands-on training, we’ll come to you. Call (602)741-5526.

Carpet Cleaning

Duke Family Carpet Cleaning Tile, upholstery and flood clean-up. Used by churches and parishioners Valley-wide. Call (480)664-4024 or (480)235-0698.

Medley Carpet Care. Truck-mounted steam cleaning, carpet, tile and upholstery. Environmentally friendly cleaners, better for your family, pets and carpet. No up-selling or hidden charges. Owner/Operator, (480)292-3409.

Catholic Businesses

Use A Catholic Business! CCNAaz.org. Services, trades and products provided by local Catholics who have the same moral compass as you. Visit, bookmark and tell your friends about CCNAaz.org. For more information, call (480)215-2953.

Cleaning

House Cleaning Made Easy! Finding blessings in the service of others since 1999. Call Julie, (480)251-7987, Azhousecleaningmadeeasy.com.

House Cleaning, Valleywide. Seven-plus years experience. Low prices, references available. Call Amanda, (623)847-0628.

Housecleaning, Weekly, biweekly and monthly. Serving the East Valley. References available. Call Anna, (480)734-6265.

No Time For Cleaning? Call Peggy for free estimate and references, 25-years experience. (602)762-2535.

Valleywide, 15-years experience in residential/commercial cleaning. References available, free estimates. Call Cristina today! (602)518-4744 or (602)237-8635. Reliable and dependable.

Computer Services

Virus/Spyware Removal, wireless networks, data backup, upgrades, maintenance, repair, training. Business and residential. Parishioner and choir member. Scottsdale Technology Solutions, (480)607-5854.

Construction/Repair

Cafarelli Construction. Home remodeling, kitchen/bath and room additions. East Valley. Lic.# ROC088929. Call (480)839-4452.

Complete Bathroom Remodeling. Ceramic, granite and marble. All ceramic flooring. Reliable service and estimates. Call (480)600-2309 or (520)494-7776.

O.T. Remodeling and Home Improvement, from small to all your handyman, remodeling and home improvement needs. Free estimates and references available upon request. Call (480)309-8235. Not a licensed contractor.

Electrician

Electrician Fan, lighting, new circuits, extra outlets, service upgrades, remodels, troubleshooting and repairs. References, satisfaction guaranteed. Lic.# ROC199564. Call Mike, (623)412-2002.

SCH Electric, LLC, Formely Callahan Electric. Installations, services and repair. AZ D.E.S. registered. Journeyman electrician. Lic.# ROC219245. Call (480)332-5671.

Financial Planning

Boudreau Consulting — Trustworthy Financial Planning. Income taxes, investments, retirement plans, children’s education, debt elimination, insurance. Call for a complimentary consultation: (480)720-1001.

Financial/Taxes

Income Tax In Your Home. Personal, business, liens, notices, prior years. Call (480)688-9517 or e-mail aztaxman2000@aol.com. Pete, MBA, EA.

Garage Doors & Gates

Superstition Garage Doors Automatic Gate Operators, Carport Conversions, Doors, Springs, Openers, Remotes. Marc Anderson, (480)874-4142 Lic.ROC#201259. Bonded/Insured.

Gates and Fences

Estrella Iron. Custom iron work, gates, fencing and railings. Call Ian Gould, owner (623)451-0908. Licensed and bonded. St. John Vianney parishioner.

Granite Countertops

Granite Countertops At Wholesale Prices! Call today for your FREE Quote. Licensed-Bonded-Insured Ann Ficara, (480)250-5798.

Handyman

Handyman Services. Valleywide, 20 years experience, painting, drywall, stucco, garage floors, upgrades, remodeling projects and more. Not a licensed contractor. Call (480)584-1131.

Legal

Housecall. Services by experienced attorney, low prices. Wills, trusts, Medicaid, long-term care planning, probate, guardianship, Medicare, advanced directives. Call for a free estimate or appointment. Phone D’Jean Testa, Esq., (480)962-8248.

Update your will, provide guardianship for children and plan your estate. Experienced Catholic attorney. Free initial consultation, in-home, very low fees. Call Dorothy E. Brogan, Esq., (480)607-0678.

Movers

Fast Action Movers. Safe, reliable, friendly and unbeatable. Hourly and inventory moves. Senior discount. Call (602)348-6613.

AZ Elite Moving. a better choice, top movers, 12+ years experience. Lower rates, licensed and insured. Homes and offices, phone estimates. Call (480)829-7477.

Painting

A&S Painting, LLC. Quality work at an affordable price. Residential/commercial, interior/exterior. Free estimates. Call Angel (602)697-8604. We accept Visa and Master Card. Bonded and insured. Lic.# ROC200017. Members of the B.B.B.

Arizona Residential Painting. Small-job specialist. 30-years experience. High quality economically priced decorative color specialist. Cabinet, vanity repainting. Free estimates. References given.Call Gary at (480)945-4617.

Pro Painting Over 25 Years Experience. Interior and Exterior Painting. Drywall Repair and Refinishing. Free Estimates. Call John at (480)844-1907 or e-mail: jipropainting@cox.net.

Robak Painting Service. Licensed, bonded and insured. Interior and exterior. Fantastic references. Three-year warranty on labor and paint. Free estimates. East Valley, (480)981-6868.

Sun West Custom Painting, LLC. Residential interior and exterior. Prompt and clean, quality workmanship. All work performed by owner, satisfaction guaranteed. Lic.# ROC 199162. Call Bob, (602)769-2515.

Pest Control

Sniper Pest And Weed Control provides efficient quality pest, weed and gopher control to the greater Maricopa County area concentrating on the West Valley. Licensed, bonded and insured. Call (602)391-3677 or visit www.sniperpestcontrol.com.

Pet Door Installation

Affordable Pet Doors. Pet door installation, same-day service available. Visit www.affordablepetdoors.com or call Doug Mason, (480)227-8805. Bonded and Insured.

Photography

Award Winning Photography specializing in weddings, engagements, family portraits. Call Jerry Hoffman, (602)315-7170, www.awardwinningphotographyaz.com Knights of Columbus 4th degree.

Plumbing

Frank’s Plumbing. Professional, trustworthy and experienced. Repairs faucets, toilets, leaking pipes, water heaters. Install softeners and R.O. units. All work performed by owner. Neat, clean appearance. Active in Catholic community. Lic.# ROC192374, bonded and insured. Call (623)434-4743. Serving Phoenix, parts of Scottsdale, Glendale, Peoria, and Paradise Valley only.

Pool Services

Aladdin Pool Service. Now serving the entire Valley, includes cleaning and all chemicals. Family owned and operated. Call (480)948-3227.

Tile

Any Kind Of Tile Work. Valleywide with more than 12 years experience. Call for a free estimate, (623)847-0628 or (480)251-4932.

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