Bishop John P. Dolan is the spiritual leader of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix. He provides for the spiritual needs of the priests, deacons, women and men religious and people of the diocese. His office is responsible for overseeing the ministries, activities and programs of the Diocese of Phoenix.
Through the Bishop’s Office, Bishop Dolan shepherds the people of the diocese with the assistance of Most Rev. Peter Dai Bui, Auxiliary Bishop Eduardo A. Nevares, Bishop Emeritus Thomas J. Olmsted, and his priests, who lead the parishes and ministries under the bishop’s guidance and leadership. Together they work to proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ and to help the faithful encounter the living Christ.
In October 2024, Bishop John Dolan, the fifth Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, announced his historic seven-year Pastoral Plan on evangelization. Inspired by Our Lady of Guadalupe, the patroness of the Diocese of Phoenix, the plan began in January 2025 and leads up to December 2031— the 500th anniversary of Our Lady of Guadalupe appearing to St. Juan Diego on Tepeyac Hill in modern day Mexico City.
All requests should be made at least six weeks prior to the liturgy and will be reviewed monthly.
This form is not to be used for Confirmation/First Communion liturgy requests.
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All confirmation Masses are scheduled through the Office of the Chancery.
Office of the Chancellor is a pillar of the Catholic Diocese, overseeing vital administrative tasks like record-keeping and issuing Certificates of Good Standing. Led by the Chancellor, Dr. Maria Chavira, it ensures alignment with the diocese’s mission, fostering accountability and supporting the faithful in their service.
