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Diocese of Phoenix: The Illegal Immigration Controversy

-Diocesan Statement on Law Enforcement

The Diocese of Phoenix understands that law enforcement officials are given the mandate to uphold the laws of the state and nation.
The respect and dignity of every human being is a fundamental teaching of our Catholic faith.  We ask that local law enforcement act in a manner that respects the human person and does not target any specific ethnic community.
During the Easter season, we pray and hope for a peaceful resolution of the present crisis.

Useful Links:

Az Bishop's AZ Republic Op-Ed story

AZ Bishop's Pastoral Letter on Migration

Bishop Olmsteds' Column in Catholic Sun Newspaper on Immigration


Local News

DIOCESAN PASTORAL CENTER CLOSED
JULY 3 TO JULY 12

The Diocese of Phoenix Pastoral Center Office, located at 400 E. Monroe St., is closed from Friday, July 3, 2009, to Sunday, July, 12, 2009.  The public is asked to be aware that staff will return phone calls and e-mail the week of July 13, 2009, when all normal Pastoral Center activities are expected to resume.  The Diocese thanks you for your patience and understanding. 


 

BISHOP THOMAS J. OLMSTED AND FR. FRED ADAMSON
APPEAR ON AM ARIZONA

PHOENIX (June 26, 2009) The Most Rev. Thomas J. Olmsted, Bishop of the Diocese of Phoenix, and Fr. Fred Adamson, Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia, appeared today on “AM Arizona,” which is televised by KAZT television (AZ-TV, Channel 7, or Channel 13 on cable or satellite).

Co-hosted by Tonya Mock and Lew Rees, the show airs every weekday and features news and views from across the state of Arizona. 

You can view an on-line version of the interview by going to: www.arizonasown.com/Global/category.asp?C=138928&nav=menu514_3_22


JULY 15 IS REGISTRATION DEADLINE FOR KINO INSTITUTE TWO-YEAR FORMATION MINISTRY PROGRAM

PHOENIX (June 25, 2009) The registration deadline for the next Kino Institute ministry formation program is July 15.  Called the Prepare the Way/Caminante Program, the two-year course of study in English or Spanish offers participants an opportunity to engage in a process of learning and conversation about sacred scripture, Church history, Sacraments and Liturgy, morality and much more.

In addition to the two-year formation program, Kino Institute provides workshops covering Canon Law, liturgy, human and faith development, ecumenism and ministry, supervision in parish ministry, and parish structure and ministry.  There is also individual course registration for those seeking specialized training.

For more information or to register, call the Kino Institute at 602-354-2300, or go on-line at www.kinoinstitute.org.


KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS ANNUAL CONVENTION COMING TO PHOENIX THIS SUMMER

NEW GUADALUPE FESTIVAL TO FOLLOW

By J.D. Long-García | May 7, 2009 | The Catholic Sun

Every year, thousands of men in the Knights of Columbus come together to pray, rekindle friendships and “tell their story” during the Supreme Convention.

This August, they’ll be converging on Phoenix. <read story>


DIOCESE OF PHOENIX CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOLS
END ANOTHER IMPRESSIVE ACADEMIC YEAR

PHOENIX (May 21, 2009) As graduations are taking place this month, the Catholic high schools of the Diocese of Phoenix once again proved in this academic year that they provide an unequalled atmosphere for successful academic achievement. <read story>


DIOCESE OF PHOENIX TO OPEN NEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
TO SERVE CAVE CREEK/CAREFREE/ANTHEM AREA

Annunciation Catholic School has begun accepting students for 2009-10 school year

PHOENIX (May 20, 2008) The Diocese of Phoenix Catholic Schools Office announces the opening of a new Catholic elementary school to serve the Cave Creek/Carefree/Anthem area of the far North part of the valley. <read story>



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Charity and Development Appeal

2009 CDA Video

CDAdonate

AUDIO Bishop Olmsted: Stewardship and the CDA
(MP3 14:36)

AUDIO Rev. Gregory Schlarb, Vicar of Stewardship: CDA
(audio 1 MP3 3:57)   (audio 2 MP3 4:10)

CDA Articles in the Catholic Sun Newspaper

May 7, 2009
Catholics in need turn to CDA with prayer intentions

May 7, 2009
Sowing Seeds for Christ

April 2, 2009
Students embrace CDA, opportunity for ‘change’

March 19, 2009
CDA: Giving hope to families

March 5, 2009
Halfway point reached in $10.2 mil goal


TV Mass

Broadcast live from Ss. Simon & Jude Cathedral
Sundays at 9:00AM on KAZT-TV(AZ-TV7, Cable 13)

The Sunday Mass can also be viewed live at www.catholictvmass.com


The Bishop James S. Wall Legacy Fund

Wallordination

To mark the ordination and installation of Bishop James S. Wall, the Diocese of Phoenix and the Catholic Community Foundation have created a legacy fund in his honor.

The foundation, which already supports the work of local parishes, schools, agencies and outreach programs in the Diocese of Phoenix, will manage this new fund benefiting the Diocese of Gallup.

The fund will provide support as needed or requested by Bishop Wall to his new diocese’s ministries and charitable projects.

To make a tax-deductible donation to The Bishop James S. Wall Legacy Fund, call (602) 354-2400, e-mail info@ccfrphx.org or mail your check to the Catholic Community Foundation, 400 E. Monroe St. Phoenix, AZ 85004. Write “Bishop James S. Wall Fund” on the check memo line.

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A Look Around the Diocese

Year of Saint Paul

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