Seminarian headcount hits historic high
It's far above the average of 29 the faithful have seen in the last five years.
New Evangelization in the Americas – Text of Talk Given by Bishop Olmsted
“It was the best of times; it was the worst of times.” These words of Charles Dickens could easily be applied to the present situation that the Church faces in the American continent when she proclaims the Good News of Jesus Christ about marriage, family and the culture of life.
CCF launches ‘Sanctity of Life Perpetual Fund’ with $50,000 match
The Catholic Community Foundation has announced a $50,000 matching gift to create the Sanctity of Life Fund, a perpetual endowment that will address the need for sustainable funding for vital pro-life programs and organizations in the Diocese of Phoenix.
Bishops urge Congress to fix health law flaws after high court decision
WASHINGTON (CNS) -- The U.S. Supreme Court's June 28 decision upholding the health reform law makes it even more urgent for Congress to act...
Bishop Olmsted pens pastoral letter emphasizing reconciliation
Bishop Olmsted issued a new pastoral letter today that focuses on the importance of the sacrament of reconciliation.
Pope calls for repentance over treatment of migrants
Before saying a word publicly, Pope Francis made the sign of the cross and tossed a wreath of white and yellow flowers into the Mediterranean Sea in memory of the estimated 20,000 African immigrants who have died in the past 25 years trying to reach a new life in Europe.
Argentine Cardinal Bergoglio was second on each ballot in last conclave
A respected Italian journal said Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Buenos Aires, a 76-year-old Jesuit, was the cardinal with the second-highest number of votes on each of the four ballots in the 2005 conclave.
Pope: Americas need renewed missionary spirit, well-catechized laity
VATICAN CITY — The universal Church needs Catholics in the Americas who are joyful missionaries, well-catechized and faithful to the teachings of the Church, Pope Benedict XVI said.
Apostles of Mercy — A Pastoral Letter to the Priests of the Diocese of...
Apostles of Mercy — A Pastoral Letter to the Priests of the Diocese of Phoenix from the Most Rev. Thomas J. Olmsted On the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation.
Constant complaining keeps one from noticing Jesus’ presence, pope says
Complaining frequently and stewing over disappointments can easily become an obsession that blocks one's view of Jesus' presence in difficult situations, Pope Francis said.
