Hispanic leaders from across the religious, political spectrum sign ‘Declaration of Values’

Hispanic leaders came together in front of the state Capitol May 14 to publicly sign a declaration of values that addresses threats to the family.

Year of Mercy takes root

Catholics know this year’s buzz word, but grasping the concept of mercy beyond the confessional can be tough.

People of faith must advocate for religious liberty, says House speaker

He made the comments at the 12th annual National Catholic Prayer Breakfast, which drew a record high of about 1,300 attendees.

Empty bottles fulfill call to be stewards of earth, each other

A full water bottle can quench someone's thirst. An empty one can still sustain body and soul.

Five Seton grads headed to top naval, Air Force academies

This year's valedictorian and salutatorian at Seton Catholic Preparatory aren't taking the traditional college path.

Priestly president bids farewell to Brophy

Jesuit Father Edward Reese is stepping down as president of Brophy College Preparatory shortly after the May 21 graduation.

Junior high mathletes make clean sweep in four-part competition

Seventh- and eighth-graders at San Francisco de Asís in Flagstaff know their numbers.

U.S. Supreme Court sends Zubik case back to lower courts

WASHINGTON (CNS) — The U.S. Supreme Court May 16 sent the Zubick v. Burwell case, which challenges the Affordable Care Act’s contraceptive requirement for employers, back to the lower courts.

Catholic fraternity charters state’s first full-fledged chapter

A group of 34 young men at Arizona State University signed themselves up to become its founding members.

Scottsdale, hospice communities mourn loss of beloved priest

Fr. Brian Fenlon was the founding pastor of St. Patrick Parish in Scottsdale where he served for 15 years until his retirement.