Catholic agencies showcasing ‘PlayBook for Common Good’

St. Mary's Basilica lies at the northeast end zone for "Super Bowl Central" in downtown Phoenix and is partnering with Catholic agencies to showcase how they run the "PlayBook for Common Good."

ASU students have newly dedicated ‘home away from home’

When Fr. Rob Clements, pastor and director of the All Saints Catholic Newman Center, handed over the architectural plans to Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted, it signaled completion of a 15-year-old dream to build more efficient space for worship and fellowship.

In the shadows: Youth rally features tangible reminder of lives lost to abortion

Hundreds of young Catholics throughout the Diocese of Phoenix showed their love for life in its earliest stage Jan. 23.

Ecumenical gathering highlights shared belief in Christ

Valley faith communities gathered for an evening of prayer in honor of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity.

Students to converge on Capitol for annual Catholic Schools Week celebration

Thousands of Catholic school students, educators and families will rally at the Arizona State Capitol on Jan. 28 to demonstrate their support and appreciation for school choice legislation. The noontime event will feature the Catholic bishops of Arizona, Governor Doug Ducey, and legislative leadership.

Young woman ready for religious life

She’s the oldest sister, yet also the youngest.

Redhawks logo hatched at BenU Mesa in time for spring sports

Benedictine University at Mesa debuted its new Redhawks athletic logo during a school spirit celebration that sent students home with Redhawk T-shirts and pennants.

Catholic Charities prepares for influx of sex trafficking victims during Super Bowl

A Super Bowl host city must prepare for a rise in tourism, and even more so, for an increased number of sex-trafficking victims.

Homilist at Red Mass calls out ‘false dichotomy’ between serving poor, following the Church

Lawmakers, lawyers and public officials who attended the Red Mass Jan. 20 were treated to a rousing homily as well as some lighthearted moments.

Faiths seek common ground to help vulnerable

The Diocese of Phoenix is set to strengthen its relationships with ecumenical and interfaith organizations focused on civil discourse and community initiatives in the New Year.