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Companion blog to The Catholic Sun, newspaper of the Diocese of Phoenix.
November 19, 2009
Nation’s parish turns 50
Filed under : From the Staff, Nation/World
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 Masses, [...]
May 4, 2009
Something more about Mary
Joyce wrote a very informative story about Mary in the May 7 issue (official “Issue Preview” coming soon). She talked to some local Catholics who hail from far-off lands and brought their Catholic traditions with them, particularly when it comes to honoring Mary.
It’s pretty fascinating. I know Phoenix is a melting pot, but I often [...]