Parents of new priests react with joy to ordination
Men who devote themselves entirely to serving the Church as priests don’t fall from the sky — they come from families.
Three new priests for Phoenix Diocese
Newly ordained priests Grimditch, Kenney and Sperry "consecrated as eternal priests of the new covenant, to preach the Gospel and celebrate the liturgy"
Papal astronomer wins recognition for excellence in communication
A papal astronomer won recognition for his ability to communicate accurately and clearly the discoveries of planetary science to the general public.
Advocates urge actions to protect migrant children crossing the border
Petitions and letters to members of Congress and the Obama administration are among the measures being pursued by advocates urging humane treatment of the Central American children who are trying to migrate to the United States.
Churches’ official: ‘Everyone in Gaza considers themselves a target’
The situation in hospitals in the Gaza Strip is dire, and Palestinians are saying that medical supplies will soon run out, said a cardiologist who serves with the Near East Council of Churches in Gaza. By July 14, more than 170 people — about half civilians — had been killed in Gaza, and hundreds more were injured.
BVM sister who served at ASU dies
Sr. Mary Clare Sweeney, BVM (Clarita) died July 8 in Dubuque, Iowa. She was 84.
Faith influences one-of-a-kind court in helping offenders change lives
Spend some time in Indianapolis Community Court, talk with Judge David Certo and the stories start to flow about the steadfast hope and remarkable sense of human dignity that guide this court. It's a court that believes in helping people strive for a better life, has a strong influence of Catholic faith — including the leadership of former seminarian — and the compassion of numerous food pantry volunteers.
Pair of windows increases chapel’s saintly presence
Phoenix’s two bishops blessed separate stained glass windows inside the Virginia G. Piper Chapel at the Diocesan Pastoral Center within a week of each other.
The new windows depicting Blessed Fra Angelicao and Blessed Junipero Serra nearly complete the lower level chapel windows that are designated for stained glass.
Full effects of Hobby Lobby ruling will evolve over time
The Supreme Court's ruling in Burwell v. Hobby Lobby was barely out of the clerk's box June 30 before pundits, partisans and parties to related lawsuits were staking out claims about what the decision means.
Lead by example: Pope offers abuse victims open ear, open heart
More than a meeting and homily, Pope Francis laid out a clear road map for the church when he celebrated Mass and welcomed abuse survivors to the Vatican.
