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Just like last weekend, there are a few opportunities for Catholics to be out and about, inspired and healed: Perpetual adoration begins — As part of Christ the King’s 50th anniversary celebration, the parish will begin perpetual adoration in the St. Peregrine Shrine which the bishop dedicated Nov. 14. Perpetual adoration begins after the 5 [...]

CHANDLER — Students at St. Mary Basha School are turning to something more academic for its main fundraiser today: an Eaglethon. They’re hoping that showcasing student knowledge will earn more money than the benefit dinner and silent auction the school has hosted for years. Students will read, walk and do math problems during today’s Eaglethon. [...]

The largest Catholic Church in North America turns 50 tomorrow. The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington is not a parish or cathedral, but a national place of prayer and pilgrimage. One million visitors come annually with priests offering the sacrament of reconciliation five hours a day and celebrating six [...]

I found out more about tomorrow’s “Dine out to help out” opportunity at any of the eight Sweet Tomatoes locations. The Society of St. Vincent de Paul gets 10 percent of the restaurant’s proceeds. While you’re building your own master salad plate, helping yourself to homemade soup or enjoying your meal, feel free to quiz [...]

There are quite a few activities for Catholics to do “out and about” this weekend — outside of Mass, of course. There’s a grand opening, pro-life events and the arts, both live theater and music. Check out the calendar and for other upcoming events, festivals, retreats, classes and such, be sure to peruse Sunbeams. Passion [...]