7 Themes of Catholic Social Teaching
Learn the seven themes of Catholic Social Teaching to build a just society, uphold human dignity, and live holiness in modern times.
The Restored Order of the Sacraments of Initiation
In 2005, the Diocese of Phoenix promulgated the new Policy and Guidelines for the Restored Order of the Sacraments of Initiation.
Helpful Resources
For information on the Restored Order of the Sacraments of Initiation, please download our helpful document that includes FAQs here.
Faith formation opportunities
Those serving in parish pastoral ministry positions and adults who are ready to deepen their Catholic faith have four great options to choose from in the Diocese of Phoenix. Read on for more details and how to get started on — or continue — your journey! Click on the links below to learn more about each opportunity and how you can get involved.
Support for Evangelization
At the Diocese of Phoenix, we are committed to fostering a Culture of Evangelization by intentionally proclaiming the Good News of the Gospel and revealing the profound depths of God’s love. Our mission is to inspire every Catholic to nurture a personal and vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ – one that is continually strengthened through […]
Stem Cell Research
Embryonic Stem Cell research (ESCR) involves harvesting human embryos (usually discarded embryos from IVF clinics) for their stem cells, the primordial cells in their body that have the potential to change into any other kind of cell (such as bone, muscle, or nerve, etc.) that could be used to repair damaged cells in a sick patient (such as turning stem cells into nerve cells and repair a patients damaged spine).
Just War
The Catechism of the Catholic Church begins its section on war with this solemn disclaimer, “The fifth commandment forbids the intentional destruction of human life.
In-vitro Fertilization
According to the National Fertility Association, over 7 million people in the United States struggle with issues of infertility.
Euthanasia and Assisted Suicide
Since the Supreme Court reinstated the constitutionality of capital punishment (or the death penalty) in 1976, more than 1200 people have been executed by the state. According to groups like The Freedom Project, there is evidence that hundreds of people who have been executed, or who await execution, have been wrongly convicted of capital offenses and are actually innocent.
Post-Abortive Hope and Healing
“Now this is the message that we have heard from him and proclaim to you: God is light, and in him there is no darkness at all. If we say, “We have fellowship with him,” while we continue to walk in darkness, we lie and do not act in truth. But if we walk in […]