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Saints in our midst: St. Francis Xavier
Today we celebrate the feast of Arizona’s only Jesuit parish and elementary school: St. Francis Xavier. SAINT FACTS: 1506-1552. Canonized 1622 alongside his friend, St. Ignatius of Loyola. An Anglican and Catholic saint. Studied and taught philosophy at the University of Paris. St. Ignatius of Loyola convinced him to use his talents to spread the [...]
Memorial Day weekend calendar May 27-30
Here are some Catholic options for your holiday weekend… Memorial Day services at Catholic cemeteries, confirmations in three languages at two parishes, young adult gathering, singles gathering, plus TV programming for Catholics. Memorial Day Mass, service at Catholic cemeteries (locations) — 8 a.m. May 30 at St. Francis cemetery, Holy Cross Cemetery in Avondale and [...]
Weekend calendar April 8-10
Looking to plan ahead? The Diocese of Phoenix’s Events page has you covered. Planning last minute? The Catholic Sun is there for you. This weekend, choose from theater, film reviews, prayer gatherings and opportunities to help the poor in our midst or around the world. Headed to the movies? Life Teen reviewed Soul Surfer for [...]
Weekend Calendar: Jan. 28-30
Two calendars, one great place. From our Sunbeams daily (details here): morning of discernment for men and women, Ghandi & Jesus, and St. Andrew the Apostle Parish’s 25th anniversary picnic. From our weekend edition (details below): Late Nite Catechism I or III, a busy person’s retreat and supporting Catholic causes – a team carwash or [...]
Diocesan schools prepare for growth
School administrators hope their students grow in faith and knowledge daily. To better serve student needs today and in the future, several of them are taking major steps toward campus growth this month. Seton Catholic Preparatory High School broke ground for its three-story fine arts/academic building Feb. 26. Construction crews got to work on the [...]