Or write: "Sunbeams," The Catholic Sun, P.O. Box 13549, Phoenix, AZ 85002
Parishes, groups and organizations are guaranteed one-time publication for each listing.
Announcements from non-Catholic agencies and groups will be considered for publication, space permitting.
Valley-wide Charismatic Prayer Group, 7-9 p.m., July 10, St. Augustine Parish, 3630 N. 71st Ave., Phoenix, sponsored by Catholic Renewal Ministries. Everyone welcome. Info: (480) 945-2990 or (480) 949-0335.
“Tears Speak… But Spirits Soar,” 7 p.m., July 14, Holy Spirit Parish, 1800 E. Libra Dr., Rm. 3, Tempe. If you are hurting from the loss of a child to abortion, begin your healing journey by joining this support group. Info: call Patty at (480) 838-7474 for confidential discussion.
“Keep Coping & Hoping” (When the Course of Life Is Altered), summer series, 10 a.m. or 7 p.m., July 15, 22, 29, and Aug. 5, St. Patrick Parish, 10815 N. 84th St., Scottsdale, for those experiencing difficulties of life, financial difficulties, job loss and struggles, relationship or health problems; RSVP required. Info: call Diane Fausel at (480) 998-3843, ext. 104.
Tempe Right to Life, 7-9 p.m., every third Thursday of the month, Pyle Adult Center, 655 E. Southern Ave., Tempe, west of the Tempe Public Library. A guest speaker typically joins us from a local pro-life organization or some state representatives attend. Info: tempertl@yahoo.com.
Dominican Spirituality; if you are contemplating a way to consecrate yourself to God, do so through our pillars of prayer, study, community service and dedicate your life to seeking the truth in serving the Church and humanity. Info: call Sandy LaChance at (602) 740-0503 or sandra_lachance2002@yahoo.com.
Adult Faith Formation, individual courses or certification programs include Scripture, Church teaching, spirituality, moral theology and much more! Classes are open to all. One evening per week with each course five weeks in duration. Info: Kino Institute (602)354-2300 or visit www.kinoinstitute.org.
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For more information on Natural Family Planning, including registration, class dates and locations, call (602) 354-2122 or visit www.phxnfp.org.
In English:
- 7 p.m., July 15, St. Joseph’s Hospital, 500 W. Thomas Road, Phoenix
- In Spanish:
- 6:30 p.m., July 10, Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, 3555 S. Val Vista Dr., Gilbert
- 7 p.m., July 24, Queen of Peace Parish, 141 N. Macdonald St., Mesa
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Beginning Experience weekend program, July 10-12, to help widowed, divorced and separated persons begin to deal with the grieving process. It offers an opportunity, through God, for turning the pain of loss into an experience of positive growth. Cost: $149. Partial scholarships are available. Info: call (602) 914-5148, e-mail info@azbe.org or visit www.AZBE.org.
Marriage Encounter Weekend, July 31-Aug. 2, Phoenix, Sept. 25-27, Flagstaff, sometimes the joy in our marriage can feel “dead”. Jesus can bring life into our marriage and the joy that we desire in our relationship. Registrations are due one month in advance. Info: call (602) 242-6141 or Cwessel@csc.com.
“Crosier Spiritual Exercises,” retreat with presenter Fr. Bob Rossi, OSC, sponsored by the Crosier Fathers and Brothers, Sept. 4-6, Spirit in the Desert Retreat Center, 7415 E. Elbow Bend, Carefree. Info and registration: www.crosier.org/retreat, (602) 224-0434, (602) 443-7100.
Women’s Catholic Christian Fellowship Retreat; “Joyful Hope,” Sept. 18-20, with Fr. Mike Barry and Fr. Greg Menegay, Living Water Retreat Center, dedicate a weekend of your daily life to your relationship with the Lord. Cost: $175. Info: www.wcfaz.com.
“Knock, Knock,” weekend of Worship for Women, sponsored by Vine of Grace Retreat Ministry, Sept. 18-20, Arizona Grand Resort, Phoenix, with Fr. Liam Leahy for an anointed teaching, healing, worship, fellowship, laughter and Holy Spirit power. Friday evening concert with Chris Muglia. Info: (520) 631.1408 or www.vineofgrace.org.
Silent Ignatian Retreats, preached by the priests of Miles Christi in Scottsdale, Men’s session, Sept. 18-20; Women’s session, Oct. 2-4; spiritual talks, Eucharistic adoration, daily Mass and Rosary. Info: call Ann DeBates at (480) 786-6043 or arizona@spiritualexercises.net.
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Arizona Catholic Singles will be meeting for dinner, drinks, and fellowship at 6 p.m., July 10, Applebee’s Restaurant, 5880 W. Peoria Ave., Glendale. New people are welcome to join us. Info: call Patrick Carpenter at (480) 898-7424 or e-mail tiffanyksundevil@yahoo.com.
Single Souls, “So Now What?” presented by Virginia Perron, Arizona Right to Life president, 7-9 p.m., July 18, St. Joseph Parish, 11001 N. 40th St., Phoenix; shares on the grass roots of the pro-life movement in Arizona. No August meeting. Info: call Dan at (480) 941-5952 or Karen at (480) 860-0276.
Become friends with other Catholics, male or female-ages 25-40, couples and married couples are also allowed. Pray, laugh, learn together, and reach out to homeless, hungry, lonely people, as well as being involved in the pro-life movement. The main focus is to erase the word ‘lonely’ from every single person’s life. Info: azevcatholics@ yahoo.com.
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Guadalupe Festival, sponsored by the Knights of Columbus, 2-8 p.m., Aug. 8, Jobing.com Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale, off the 101 Freeway. Info: www.guadalupe festival.org.
Night of Hope 2009 Dinner. 6 p.m., Oct. 24, Downtown Sheraton, 340 N. 3rd St., Phoenix. Support our children in Catholic education. Info: www.diocesephoenix.org/noh/.
Searching for holiness? Join the Confraternity of Christ’s Peaceful Heart, deeply devoted to Christ, focusing on Christ’s peaceful mandate, “noiselessly change the world.” Info: (602) 312-3246 or christspeacefulsacredheart.org.
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Polka Frank Arizona Polka Time, 4-5 p.m., Sunday KXXT 1010 AM Radio. Info: call Frank at (623) 584-3260 or www.familyvaluesradio.net.
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All events held at the Franciscan Renewal Center, 5802 E. Lincoln Dr., Scottsdale. Information, (480) 948-7460.
Watercise with Susan Wrubel; Program I, 7-8:30 p.m., July 8-Aug. 12, Program II, July 9-Aug. 13. Fee per person: $50 for each six week program.
Weekend Family Retreat for parents and children ages 10-14, July 24-26. Fee: family of three $345, additional children $50 each. Relax, reflect, rediscover and refuel your family. Our professional retreat team will guide you toward more dynamic, realistic, and loving family relationships.
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Freedom Day Celebration, Sunnyslope thrift store, July 3-5, 8231 N. 7th St., Phoenix, for money-saving discounts and the chance to win a variety of prizes. Info: (602) 861-2634 or www.stvincentdepaul.net.
Tour our main campus and be a part of Restoring Hope, 420 W. Watkins Road, Phoenix, 10 a.m., July 16, to see firsthand the many programs and services provided by St. Vincent de Paul and how you can become involved. Info: (602) 261-6814 or www.stvincentdepaul.net.
Support the Channel 12 News Peanut Butter and Jelly Drive by making a donation of $1 or $5 at the checkout lanes of Valley Bashas’ stores throughout July for our food programs. Donations can also be made online at www.stvincentdepaul.net.
Looking for a hidden treasure? Shop at one of our eight Valley thrift stores! Enjoy affordable clothing, furniture and other household items. You never know what you may discover at St. Vincent de Paul! Info: (602) 266-HOPE (4673) or www.stvincentdepaul.net.
