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St. Peregrine Cancer Shrine director to speak at 'facing cancer with faith' event

The St. Peregrine Chapel and Shrine in Mesa is not quite a year old, yet its success in cancer support and outreach is eminent.

AUGUST 2010

Diocese names new director of youth and child protection office

Catholic Sun columnist to address Arizona Marian Conference with 'fame to faith' tale

Arizona Right to Life's annual conference Sept. 17-18

St. Peregrine Cancer Shrine director to speak at 'facing cancer with faith' event

Renowned Catholic speakers rally parish leaders for coming catechetical year

New outreach in Prescott aims to save lives

CTODP seeking pledges, new donors for tax redirect

Flagstaff parish making progress on new church

Catholic Charities receives $50,000 from Pulliam

Choir, orchestra added rejoicing notes to Auxiliary Bishop Nevares' ordination liturgy

Veteran journalist Tomeo rallies pro-life leaders across the diocese

40 Days for Life fall campaign gears up for prayerful presence

'Bishop’s Hour' headed to Phoenix’s Immaculate Heart Radio station

'Decade of Dreams': Maggie's Place celebrates 10 years of service to mother's in crisis

Pastor and mayor of border town try to address conflicting interests

Appeals court grants stay on same-sex marriages in California

FILMS: 'Get Low' offers an uplifting message about confession

BOOKS: Local author takes readers 'Out of the Valley of Tears'

Widow of slain rancher struggles in the heart of immigration debate

Nearly five months later, investigation into Krentz murder continues

Three seminarians move closer to life as priests

Cathedral 'Friends' promote diocese's 'mother church'

ASU Newman Center welcomes new faces

Diocesan NFP office to offer Creighton Model

Latin Mass community finds church to call home

Summer abroad fosters new outlook at school

Night of Hope key to scholarship growth for school students

Meet Deacon Bogart: New associate director joins diaconate office

Annual appeal raises $8.3M in spite of tough economy

Schools are back in session: Students return to classroom
for growth in wisdom, faith

African order of priests gathers in Phoenix, sings in Swahili at Mass

Flagstaff teenager to enter religious life

Local woman makes astonishing recovery after outpouring of prayers

Daylighting project allows St. Vincent de Paul to slash energy bill

Priest overseeing Miles Jesu says founder was erratic, authoritarian 

JULY 2010

Faith leaders call for immigration reform 

USCCB migration chairman lauds court decision regarding Arizona SB 1070, urges comprehensive immigration reform

Auxiliary Bishop Nevares embraces role of servant at ordination

Judge blocks controversial aspects of SB 1070

Bishops commend ruling stopping major parts of Arizona immigration law 

Arizona Catholic Conference Statement on SB 1070 ruling

First layperson takes over as principal at Scottsdale school

Local Catholic forms association for Native American women

Plight of Uganda’s youth: Parishioners hear cries of suffering African children

Catholic Charities finds homes for those in need

Local Catholic ordained a Dominican priest

Catholics close Year for Priests with special anniversary celebration

Parishes begin long awaited perpetual adoration

St. Jerome teen brings lifesaving message to Vacation Bible School

JUNE 2010

Somethin’ in the water: Strong relationships, joyful priests keep vocations wave at St. Theresa flowing

‘The Catholic Sun’ tallies two dozen newspaper awards

Three more join priestly ranks: Bishop ordains young men to the priesthood

Retirement home for elderly priests in the works

EncouragePriests.org: Send a local priest a ‘Collar-Holler’ this Father’s Day

Your Catholic Priest: Fr. Paul Sullivan:
Vocations director helps seminarians discern God’s plan

Being a 'bridge':How Bishop-elect Nevares’ background will help him serve

Abortion at Phoenix Catholic hospital defies Church teaching

See photos from all six Catholic high school graduations

Growing trend fosters chastity, promotes Church teaching

Now serving: Summer volleyball against East Valley parishes

Brophy Community Foundation awards 117 grants to students at archrival St. Mary’s

Bishop prays for intentions on CDA prayer cards

Our Lady of Mount Carmel graduate loses battle with cancer

Bishop ordains three men to the priesthood
For the third straight year, Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted ordained three men to the priesthood.
Flickr PhotosPhotos from the ordination

Read the bishop's words to the newly ordained priests |

Seminarian ordained to the transitional diaconate

MAY 2010

Thousands march to Arizona State Capitol, protesting tough immigration crackdown

Thousands show support for recent immigration law

'Serve the Lord with gladness': Holy See names first-ever auxiliary bishop to Phoenix

Scottsdale school breaks ground on new gym

Catholic school teams, athletes take home titles

Big, ‘phat’ going-away party for cancer-stricken teen

Catholic schools bid farewell to beloved teachers, administrators

CDA funding helps seniors, disabled live with dignity

Bishop to ordain three men to the priesthood June 5

Q&A: Trio awaits Holy Orders

'Signposts': High school chaplains guide students toward Christ

New Stewardship director touts Catholic connections

Parish to celebrate large Pentecost Mass at ballpark

Bishops' agency criticizes release of Brazilian rancher in nun's murder

Volunteer teachers model service learning daily

SB1070: Fear of tough immigration law besets community

BRIEFS: May 20, 2010

Life Teen reaches out to reservation

New church will serve Vietnamese Catholics

Volunteers send ripple through parish

Arizona leaders push Congress, Justice, White House on immigration

Nun excommunicated, loses hospital post over decision on abortion

Labor of love: Local students continue rebuilding
New Orleans community damaged by Hurricane Katrina 

¡Mucho Gusto! Holy See names first-ever auxiliary bishop to Phoenix

Holy See names first Hispanic bishop of Phoenix:
Bishop-elect Eduardo Alanis Nevares to serve as auxiliary

Leaders at Cultural Diversity Convocation support Arizona bishops on immigration law

Placing in advance: High school students tackle college classes too

Ville de Marie Academy names new principal

Mercy Gilbert: Caregivers put Catholic values in action while caring for grieving family

Kino Institute launches new website

St. Joseph’s Youth Camp gets new leadership

May is a month of Mary: Catholics in need turn to the Blessed Mother

Thousands protest recent immigration law at Arizona State Capitol Complete Coverage

Last defendant in US nun's murder found guilty, gets 30 years in prison

Bishop Kicanas confirms five inmates at Tucson women's prison

APRIL 2010

Sweet sound of freedom rings clear in Phoenix rulingFormer Valley priest pleads guilty to misdemeanor charge

Fr. Hut prays with neighbors, residents of retirement home

SB 1070: Immigration advocates vow to fight controversial law

SB 1070: Gov. Brewer signs controversial immigration bill

Local Spanish-language channel to televise Mass

St. Mary’s retires jersey, honors alumni now in Major Leagues

SB 1070: Immigration advocates pray for veto of immigration bill at State Capitol

Legislature passes 'positive school choice legislation':
ACC urges Gov. Brewer to sign

SB 1070: Religious leaders denounce Arizona immigration bill, urge its veto

ACC calls for veto of immigration bill

Fare thee well: ASU Newman Center honors
‘Dominicans through the Decades’

Living with dyslexia: Parents of dyslexic students find support, help at Catholic school

Praying for more priests: Catholic girls hike for vocations

Perpetual adoration chapel anchors St. Jerome community

Ghana orphan promotes solidarity with the poor overseas

Surprise parish erects ‘glimpse of heaven’

Nuns celebrate 60 years in Arizona

St. Francis Xavier Parish and School break ground on new building

Up and running: Brophy, Xavier sports campus opens

Crosier priest, coworker attacked outside Phoenix church: Victims’ wounds called ‘serious,’but not life threatening

Crosier priest stabbed at parish: Prayers offered for victims and attacker

Catholic school students compete in Spanish-language bee

Crozier Gala to focus on Year for Priests: Jesuit Father Robert Spitzer guest speaker

Kino’s Flagstaff cohort to graduate

Glendale parish marks first anniversary of perpetual adoration

Perpetual adoration chapel sets sail at Phoenix parish

PLAY BALL! Baseball fever returns to St. Francis Xavier

Retrouvaille marks 25 years of providing lifelines to marriages

Retreat for post-abortive mothers offers healing in Spanish

Catholic Charities helps teens say yes to abstinence, no to drugs

Irish-born priest remembered as ‘a remarkable human being’

Sudanese refugees join local black Catholics at Unity Mass

'MAAFA 21': Movie charges Planned Parenthood with 'black genocide'

Vatican spokesman says pope has been rigorous leader on sex abuse

CHRISM MASS: Priests from throughout the diocese celebrate the institution of Holy Orders

Shroud of Turin exhibit coming to Valley parishes

CDA 2010: funding keeps clinics open, helps women choose life

Catholic couple plans to charter West Valley Serra Club

Bishop blesses new altar during hospital’s anniversary Mass

‘The Human Experience’ coming soon to Harkins Theatres

Guest Commentary: Founding editor of the ‘Sun’ reflects on 25 years

Editor's Notes: Giving thanks for 25 years of local Catholic journalism

TRIDUUM -- Celebrating the Paschal Mystery

U.S. bishops voice concern for victims of clergy sexual abuse, thank Pope Benedict for leadership

Local media to carry Good Friday service live

Scottsdale students celebrate St. Patrick's Day with music

MARCH 18, 2010

Bishop Olmsted, Diocese of Phoenix back U.S. bishops' position on health care reform

Second group of nuns backs bishops’ position on health care reform

Nuns say vote for Senate health bill would be ‘life-affirming’

Bishops urge prayers, political courage as health debate winds down

St. Joe's turns 115: Valley's first Catholic hospital boasts pioneering past, innovative future

Diocese restructures downtown offices as part of cost-saving measures

MARCH 4, 2010

CDA 2010: Patron saint for priests motivates faithful to live a life of stewardship

Faithful listeners pledge support for 1310 AM, Immaculate Heart Radio

Lifesaver: Corpus Christi blood donor meets his match

Rite of Election: Church welcomes more than 1,100 people on journey to Catholic faith

Catholic Charities helps refugees find new life with local supermarkets

LENT: Penitential season calls Catholics to service

New sports complex promises more room to practice

Share your story: A special tribute to our priests

Conference challenges men to be faithful and fearless

Your Catholic Priest: Fr. Jack Spaulding -- Care for disabled, love for Eucharist, Mary, drive priest

News Briefs: March 4, 2010

FEBRUARY 18, 2010

Lent: A time for prayer, fasting and almsgiving

CSW 2010: Faith-filled learning environment leads to greater academic success, service to community, say supporters

CSW 2010: Catholic Schools Week celebrates stewardship, tax credit

CSW 2010: Long time Catholic school supporter receives Seton Award

CSW 2010: St. Francis Xavier student wins spelling bee by a ‘millimeter’

One Family in Christ -- CDA 2010: Students put stewardship into practice in support of CDA

Tuition organization donors help students attend Catholic schools

New Bullhead City church set to open in November

Your Catholic Priest: Fr. Thaddeus McGuire -- Love for Eucharist, parents’ example inspire priesthood

Vatican dismisses Fushek from clerical state following investigation

FEBRUARY 4, 2010

Scouts celebrate century of faith-filled service, adventures

Couple travel to Gibraltar to share beauty of Natural Family Planning

Dominican sisters work, pray to renew Catholic education

Local Church celebrates martyred nun’s legacy

St. Vincent de Paul, St. Catherine of Siena schools mark milestones

Men’s retreat to offer a more ‘masculine’ approach to faith

Your Catholic Priest: Fr. Kieran Kleczewski -- Monk-turned-diocesan priest leads liturgy

Help for Haiti: Local Catholics join relief effort in earthquake aftermath

CDA 2010: CDA kicks off this weekend with $10 mil goal

CDA 2010: New co-chairs hope to increase CDA awareness among families

Pro-lifers rally in Tempe, Phoenix to change the culture |
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News Briefs

JANUARY 21, 2010

CDA 2010: CDA supporters gather to celebrate successes, future

‘Dividends’ focus of weeklong Catholic schools celebration

Couple leads volunteers to be 'Angels to the Homeless'

Choosing Life: Adoption offers mothers in crisis pregnancies a postive alternative

Your Catholic Priest: Fr. Daniel McBride -- Chandler pastor has love for evangelization, hands-on work

Large turnout expected for Tempe, Phoenix events marking ‘Roe’ anniversary

Archbishop Burke: Justice should be administered in obedience to God


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