Vibrant liturgies, cultural young adult group fostered Franciscan’s vocation

He also discerned diocesan and Jesuit life, but the Franciscan way “felt like it was something deep inside I already believed in but never knew how to articulate it or find words for it,” Fr. Sam said.

Love for Our Lady of Guadalupe on display at 14th annual celebration

Hundreds of dancers adorned in bright colors — many wearing masks or feathered headdresses — filled several blocks of downtown Phoenix Dec. 7 in a festive display of affection and honor to Our Lady of Guadalupe nearly 500 years after her appearance to St. Juan Diego.

Sr. Mary Christine (1932-2019): BVM sister with personal, ministerial roots in Phoenix

Sr. Mary Christine entered the congregation from St. Thomas the Apostle. She returned for educational posts and ecumenical efforts.

Crèches tell the Nativity story using materials, symbols of local culture

DAYTON, Ohio (CNS) — Each culture, if not every home, has its own unique rendition of the Nativity.

Following the light

Night was falling at the end of a gray day. A few dozen silent, shabby figures were sitting at round tables waiting.

Notre Dame swimmer pushes himself ahead individually, nationally

He added weights to his training routine and shaved seconds off his personal best in both individual medleys.

Mary is loving mother, humble disciple, pope says on Guadalupe feast

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Celebrating the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Pope Francis said she reminds Catholics of her true essence as a woman, a mother and a “mestiza” or person of mixed race.

Women shower ‘Mary’ with gifts for today’s unborn

Two women with Arizona connections made a biblical baby shower a reality this Advent. Six showers total were officially held nationwide.

Co-chair couples reflect on how ‘Together’ campaign strengthened their faith

The diocese has seen how "Together" campaign funds have changed the face of parishes and ministries. Now find out how campaign leaders find themselves changed.

Martyrdom comes from following Christ without compromise, pope says

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — There always will be martyrs among Christians in the world, Pope Francis said.