When the one who leads prayer, needs prayer

"If I were to die tomorrow, it would be my sincerest hope... that I would be remembered for bringing you closer to Jesus Christ because that is our mission, that is our hope, that is our longing at the core of our faith," Fr. Peter Rossa said.

Surviving the hottest days of 2017

Here's a look at how some Catholic organizations and parishes are bearing through record-tying and likely record-breaking temperatures. Plus ways to help.

Memorial Day in the Diocese of Phoenix

The faithful are remembering the souls of those who died protecting America's freedom with special Masses and a Rosary.

‘Fleece’ Navidad and Advent

Our friends at Catholics Come Home graciously shared this video with us.

Advent 2016 resources

Connect with Advent resources and Christmas gift ideas for celebrating the seasons. Broken down by age group.

Small-town parish boasts big-time numbers — and finally, a second priest

A parish serving the one-square-mile area that is the Town of Guadalupe is hosting its first priestly ordination today. Friar Villafan, via the OFM.FYI newsletter, gives us an insight into this tiny parish.

Pet blessing directory

Want your pet blessed? !0 area parishes are hosting a blessing this weekend and at least four are hosting one Oct. 8-9.

Attention men: Step ‘into the breach’ for foster care children

There's a vocation shortage of sorts effecting children in Arizona's foster care system, particularly the boys.

Reconnecting with two religious sisters local Catholics once knew

Catch up with Sr. Maria Kim Bui, a Daughter of St. Paul who is also known as the #MediaNun and Sr. Christa Parra, a young religious with the Loreto Sisters.

Fatherly stuff

In honor of Father's Day, here are some fatherly things/links to keep at your fingertips.