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For some time now, I’ve been receiving regular reflections written by a Sister of Notre Dame de Namur. She writes from Ohio, but knows a thing or two about Phoenix. Sr. Mary Ann Barnhorn, director of development for the Ohio Province visited the Valley as recently as last spring when the order celebrated 60 years [...]

From Catholic News Service’s TV programming notes for the week: “Brother André.” The struggles and miracles in the life of Holy Cross Brother André Bessette (1845-1937) — whose canonization is scheduled for Oct. 17 — are detailed in this biographical profile. From his modest position as doorman, Brother André not only increased devotion to St. [...]

Our weekend calendar last week mentioned Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted at the Investiture Mass during the Knights and Ladies of the Holy Sepulchre conference in Los Angeles. Just learned that he was there in support of 96 new members — 12 of them from the Phoenix Diocese. They are (referred to as “Sir” and “Lady”): [...]

We took roughly 2,000 photos during the three-hour ordination of Auxiliary Bishop Eduardo A. Nevares last week. We’ll get our photos up soon. Meanwhile, check out some video. Skyline Productions streamed the video live online and is preparing a DVD of the Mass. Own a piece of history by ordering your DVD now. I just [...]

Some events to consider joining: Dinner and reflection with Fr. Joe — 6-8 p.m. July 23 at The Franciscan Renewal Center in Scottsdale. SOLD OUT. Summer Day of Recollection (for men and women) — 8 a.m.-3 p.m. July 24 at Ss. Simon and Jude Cathedral. Sponsored by the Legion of Mary and led by Fr. [...]