Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God

Diocesan Pastoral Center 400 E. Monroe St., Phoenix, AZ, United States

In 2024, January 1st, the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God falls on a Monday. Per the decree below, the obligation to attend Mass is abrogated and this solemnity is not a Holy Day of Obligation this year.   Canon 1246, §2 – Holy Days of Obligation On December 13, 1991 the members of the [...]

Sunday of the Word of God

Diocesan Pastoral Center 400 E. Monroe St., Phoenix, AZ, United States

“He opened their minds to understand the Scriptures” (Lk 24:45). The Sunday of the Word of God was instituted by Pope Francis in 2019 and is observed on the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time.  “a Sunday given over entirely to the word of God, so as to appreciate the inexhaustible riches contained in that constant [...]

Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children

Everywhere Phoenix, AZ, United States

In all the Dioceses of the United States of America, January 22 (or January 23, when January 22 falls on a Sunday) shall be observed as a particular day of prayer for the full restoration of the legal guarantee of the right to life and of penance for violations to the dignity of the human [...]

Ash Wednesday

Everywhere Phoenix, AZ, United States

Lent begins on February 14, 2024 — Ash Wednesday Ash Wednesday is the day of penance and fasting that begins the season of Lent. Every year Catholics remember and relive the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ and the miracles witnessed by the early Christian community. Lent is the period where we focus on [...]

The Rite of Election and the Call to Continuing Conversion (Bilingual)

St. Francis Xavier Parish 4715 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ, United States

For the first time, the Bishop will be celebrating a combined Rite of Election and Rite of the Call to Continuing Conversion. All RCIA (OCIA) participants, baptized and unbaptized, and their sponsors, are invited to this combined Rite at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. This is a ticketed event and registration forms will be sent [...]

Vatican Exhibit of Eucharistic Miracles

St. Rose Philippine Duchesne 2825 W Rose Canyon Circle, Anthem, AZ, United States

As part of the National Eucharistic Revival, the Vatican Exhibit of Eucharistic Miracles is coming to Phoenix. There will be many stops on the way. See amazing displays for yourself — no need to travel to Rome!What is a Eucharistic Miracle?Eucharistic miracles are extraordinary events or phenomena, which manifest the Real Presence of Jesus in [...]

Vatican Exhibit of Eucharistic Miracles

St. Paul Roman Catholic Parish 330 W Coral Gables Dr, Phoenix, AZ, United States

As part of the National Eucharistic Revival, the Vatican Exhibit of Eucharistic Miracles is coming to Phoenix. There will be many stops on the way. See amazing displays for yourself — no need to travel to Rome! What is a Eucharistic Miracle? Eucharistic miracles are extraordinary events or phenomena, which manifest the Real Presence of [...]

Vatican Exhibit of Eucharistic Miracles

All Saints Catholic Church 1534 N Recker Rd., Mesa, AZ, United States

As part of the National Eucharistic Revival, the Vatican Exhibit of Eucharistic Miracles is coming to Phoenix. There will be many stops on the way. See amazing displays for yourself — no need to travel to Rome! What is a Eucharistic Miracle? Eucharistic miracles are extraordinary events or phenomena, which manifest the Real Presence of [...]

Chrism Mass

St. Thomas Aquinas 13720 W. Thomas Rd. , Avondale, AZ, United States

The annual Chrism Mass is celebrated by Bishop John Dolan, united with all of the priests and deacons in our diocese, on Monday, March 25, at St. Thomas Aquinas. Mass begins at 4pm. All are welcome! Please arrive early to allow time for parking, finding a seat, and entering into the prayer of the liturgy. [...]

Holy Thursday

Everywhere Phoenix, AZ, United States

Holy Thursday commemorates Jesus’ institution of the Eucharist, the priesthood, and the Mass. During this reliving and remembrance of the Last Supper, you will see the washing of the feet of twelve members of the congregation, along with a Eucharistic procession as Jesus is exposed for adoration late into the night. Catholics are invited to [...]

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