Response to ‘On Eagle’s Wings’ over the years humbling for composer
Fr. Jan Michael Joncas has composed more than 300 liturgical songs, but his name is widely known for the one that tops a list of favorites: "On Eagle's Wings."
Pope, on feast of first martyr, prays for persecuted Christians
Observing the feast of the church's first martyr, Pope Francis prayed for Christians suffering persecution and discrimination around the world, even in countries that nominally honor religious liberty.
‘Gimme Shelter’ film highlights plight of homeless pregnant teens
Pro-life leaders from around the Diocese of Phoenix were treated to a preview Dec. 13 of “Gimme Shelter,” a film that chronicles the story of Apple Bailey, a young girl who flees from her drug-addicted, prostitute mother and seeks help from her biological father.
Christmas is time to feel God’s closeness, experience peace, pope says
Celebrating the first Christmas since his election, Pope Francis preached the goodness and tenderness of God, and prayed that men and women around the world would allow God's grace to transform them into peacemakers.
‘Red Mass’ to kick off legislative year, will feature retired N.M. bishop
Lawyers, elected officials, canonists and judges will gather Jan. 14 at St. Mary’s Basilica to take part in the annual “Red Mass,” sponsored by the St. Thomas More Society and the Diocese of Phoenix.
Catholic school students honored
Local Catholic school students have received a few honors in recent days from a full-year tuition to the third high schooler in seven years to don the Miss Arizona USA crown.
Auxiliary bishop joins immigration experts in debate
TEMPE — Auxiliary Bishop Edurado A. Nevares joined top local and national immigration experts in an immigration reform debate Dec. 14 at Rio Salado College.
Our gentle shepherd: Bishop marks decade of serving the Church of Phoenix
On a typical evening, Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted will make his way to the rectory chapel and pray vespers by himself, silently before the Lord. The bishop kneels using a meditation bench and, since he’s praying shortly before supper, his tummy rumbles.
Legatus welcomes new members
When military veteran Scott Fleckenstein founded his company, he felt a need to connect with other Catholic business leaders. He wanted to interact with other professionals who were facing the same challenges posed by secular society.
Prescott, Scottsdale seize solar energy to power parishes
Two parishes in the Diocese of Phoenix are leading the way in stewardship efforts when it comes to harnessing Arizona’s abundant natural resource: the sunshine.
