Distinct Marian statue graces new section of St. Francis Cemetery
The installation of a new statue at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery depicts a scenario of motherhood often repeated with young children.
Grandparents say their role has never been more crucial than today
A growing network of grandparents' groups is now present in 25 states in the United States and provides "support to each other through prayer and meetings" on issues like distance grandparenting.
Becoming a cardinal is a call to greater love, patience, pope says
In a Valentine's Day ceremony to create 20 new cardinals, Pope Francis offered a meditation on Christian love and, especially, what it means for those who guide and minister in the church.
Dcn. Patrick Flynn (1932-2015) was among the first deacons in diocese
Dcn. Patrick Flynn entered eternal life April 30. He was 83 and had just celebrated his 40th anniversary of ordination.
Diocesan patroness Our Lady of Guadalupe to be honored at Rosary Celebration
When the Diocese hosts the 44th annual Arizona Rosary Celebration later this month, it will be even more than an installment of an annual rite promoting prayer and intercession through the Rosary while honoring the Blessed Mother.
Q&A with Catholic musician Chris Muglia
Local Catholic singer/songwriter Chris Muglia has just released his fifth compilation of original music, challenging listeners to go deeper in their faith journey.
Community Notification Statement – Fr. Frank Zappitelli
The Diocese of Phoenix learned on November 8, 2018 that the Diocese of Youngstown in Ohio placed Fr. Frank Zappitelli, a retired priest of the Diocese of Phoenix, on a list of “Clergy of the Diocese of Youngstown whom credible, substantiated allegations of sexual abuse of a minor have been made.” Upon learning this Bishop Olmsted immediately removed Fr. Zappitelli from public ministry.
Embrace the cross, trust God will triumph, pope says on Palm Sunday
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Acclaimed by the crowds and knowing He was the Messiah they sought, Jesus still chose the path of humility and...
Family portraits, mutual support part of Caritas global assembly
The assembly brought together some 450 delegates from more than 150 national Catholic charities from around the world to focus on the theme, "One Human Family. One Common Home."
NATO summit, protests provide some lessons for Catholic school students
CHICAGO (CNS) -- With world leaders descending on Chicago for the May 20-21 NATO summit, some Catholic school teachers were incorporating lessons about the...
