Junior high crafters fundraise for charity via Arrupe Marketplace

By all appearances, one of the Valley’s latest artisan marketplaces was proving itself to be a fairly reputable competitor.

Court hears oral arguments in challenge to Texas abortion restrictions

The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in its first abortion case in nine years March 2.

Sister Helen Prejean recounts early years in fight against death penalty

It began when the Sister of St. Joseph of Medaille's community returned to its roots of ministering to society's down-and-out and she became pen pals with a death row inmate.

A heart that can’t forgive stays shut to God’s mercy, pardon, pope says

"If you aren't able to forgive, how will God be able to forgive you? He wants to forgive, but he won't be able to if you have a closed heart," the pontiff said.

Year of Mercy invites faithful to sacrament of Reconciliation

An invitation by the Holy Father invites Catholics around the globe to discover God’s mercy and extend forgiveness to others, especially March 4-5.

Student’s tie design takes flight with Southwest Airlines

The odds of winning were sky high, but a Ss. Simon and Jude student defied the odds.

Flint crisis underlines need to reach out to urban centers, says priest

The ongoing water crisis in Flint, Michigan, is a reminder for Catholics in suburban parishes of their responsibility to reach out to people in need in urban centers, a pastor said.

Bishop Olmsted establishes new leadership position at Xavier, Notre Dame Preparatories

Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted announced today the establishment of a new executive leadership structure at Xavier College Preparatory in Phoenix and Notre Dame Preparatory in Scottsdale. The two Catholic high schools are implementing a “President/Principal” model, providing for an external-facing institution builder (president) and an internal-facing champion of academics (principal).

Socially responsible investors press companies to do the right thing

For investors concerned about corporate accountability and transparency, it's one of the busiest times of the year.

‘Big Fish’ musical moves from Broadway to NDP

Notre Dame Preparatory in Scottsdale will be the first high school in Arizona history to present the musical "Big Fish" Feb. 26-27 and March 4-5 in the school's auditorium.