Bishops call for ‘Encuentro’ to discern how best to serve U.S. Hispanics [VIDEOS]
At one time, Hispanic pastoral ministry in the United States meant offering resources in Spanish. While there is still a need to do so, there is a growing population of second- and third-generation Hispanics whose dominant language is English. It is the need to serve this emerging demographic that has led the U.S. Bishops to call for a two-year process known as the “V Encuentro,” the fifth such initiative done in the United States.
Community rejoices in seeing dirt fly at St. John Paul II High School groundbreaking
Families and community leaders were among those gathered on a windswept dirt lot Jan. 27 to witness the groundbreaking for the newest Catholic high school in the Diocese of Phoenix.
Bishops of the Arizona Catholic Conference Statement on Immigration and Refugee Executive Orders
In light of recent and expected federal executive orders, the Bishops of the Arizona Catholic Conference (ACC) reaffirm our commitment to accompanying and supporting the vulnerable in our society, including immigrants and refugees.
Catholic Schools Week returns Jan. 29
While Catholic Schools Week, observed this year Jan. 29 – Feb. 4, traditionally kicks off with open houses for prospective students that sandwich Sunday...
Parish patron’s ascension depicted in new mural at St. Steven
SUN LAKES — A church in the far-east corner of the Phoenix Diocese has undergone extensive renovation and part of the reworking includes a 22-foot ceiling mural depicting the parish patron, St. Steven.
Steve Zabilski: 20 years of serving ‘the common man’ at St. Vincent de Paul
“I don’t ever want to forget this organization is built by ordinary people,” said Steve Zabilski, who as of Jan. 6, marked 20 years as executive director of Phoenix’s Society of St. Vincent de Paul.
Excitement builds as new Catholic high school prepares to break ground
AVONDALE — The first Catholic high school to serve the growing number of Catholic students and families in the far West Valley is about to mark a major milestone.
Renowned Theology of the Body expert to speak at ‘JP2 Celebration’
Christopher West, a world-renowned speaker and expert on the Theology of the Body will be the keynote speaker for the Annual John Paul II Resource Center Celebration.
Minnesota archbishop to preach at upcoming Phoenix Red Mass commemorating opening of legislative year
On the heels of a bitter political season, an event that asks for God’s blessing on and guidance for elected officials, lawmakers, judges and lawyers takes place Jan. 24 at St. Mary’s Basilica.
Conference: Aim for truth with love to help those with same-sex attraction
For Courage member Daniel Mattson, the intersection of his life with the gay rights movement caused “all hell to break loose.”