The Office of Worship is pleased to announce a new reoccurring foundational level class for those who find themselves overseeing liturgical ministry or teaching about liturgy and who have little or no liturgical formation. Topics will include the Liturgical Year, the Order of the Mass, the structure of the Missal and the Lectionary, basical liturgical [...]
Nullity Ministers are a vital part of the life of the parishes of the Diocese of Phoenix. These ministers are trained by the Tribunal to be present to those desiring to petition for an annulment. Through a four day class, Nullity Ministers gain important information in order to serve those who have obtained a civil [...]
The Office of Worship invites all those in RCIA ministry to attend this one-day workshop on ministry to baptized Christians entering the church through the RCIA process. Visit the Office of Worship webpage to learn more! dphx.org/office-of-worship A Spanish language workshop will be offered on April 27!
All are invited to an overnight Eucharistic Encounter at St. Mary's Basilica. The evening starts with a 5pm Vigil Mass celebrated by Bishop Dolan and is followed by an evening of bilingual praise and worship, taize and holy hours. Schedule: 5pm - Opening Mass 6pm - Exposition and Exhortation on the Eucharist by Fr. Frankie [...]
“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 [...]
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 [...]
The Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary is the patronal feast day of the United States of America and is a Holy Day of Obligation (regardless of when the day falls). All faithful are obligated to attend/assist at Mass on this day. Canon 1246, §2 – Holy Days of Obligation [...]
Are you or someone you know divorced? Want to learn more about annulments and how to apply? The 2023 Annulment Information Seminar will be held at the Diocesan Pastoral Center (400 E Monroe St., Phoenix) on November 11 from 10am-Noon. This annual event hosted by the Tribunal of the Diocese of Phoenix gives anyone interested [...]
The Office of Worship invites all Art and Environment ministers to the Pastoral Center for a workshop on church décor and decoration for the Advent and Christmas seasons. Together we will look at existing guidelines, best practices, and traditions. Attendees are invited to bring pictures or examples of the seasonal things they have done in [...]
Wednesday, November 1st is the celebration of the Solemnity of All Saints. This is a Holy Day of Obligation per the decree below. All the faithful are obligated to attend/assist at Holy Mass on this day. Canon 1246, §2 – Holy Days of Obligation On December 13, 1991 the members of the National Conference [...]
