Aloysius Gonzaga (1568-1591) June 21 This young man was a saint among saints. He received his first Holy Communion from St. Charles Borromeo and during his novitiate; his spiritual director was St. Robert Bellarmine. Born into nobility, his father wanted him to become a soldier and enlisted the support of eminent Church people to persuade […]
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Embracing Stewardship Means Living Our Trinitarian Faith
This weekend we celebrate The Most Holy Trinity. This reminds us that the doctrine of the Trinity is not some abstract theology. It is part of daily life as it recalls for us that three persons on one God, father, Jesus, son and Holy Spirit, exist in perfect communion, in perfect unity. It also speaks […]
Continue ReadingCardinal-Designate McElroy Rejoices at News Bishop Dolan to lead Phoenix Diocese
Pope Francis announced today the appointment of Bishop John Dolan, auxiliary bishop of the Diocese of San Diego, as the new bishop of Phoenix. Cardinal-Designate Robert McElroy, of the San Diego Diocese, issued the following statement today: “I rejoice in the Holy Father’s appointment of Bishop John Dolan as Bishop of Phoenix. He is a […]
Continue ReadingPentecost as a Family
Our parish celebrates Pentecost as a family. We experience the emotions of a family whenever our members are hurt, or in need, are celebrating and thankful or returning their gifts to God in service to others. Today, we join in a birthday celebration, the birthday of our Church. We are reminded today that Jesus sends […]
Continue ReadingStewardship and Summer Service
A bumper sticker question, “If you were accused of being a Christian, would there be enough evidence to convict you?” Memorial Day weekend means summer is right around the corner and Catholic stewards need to remind themselves that stewardship continues as we head into those days of vacation, barbeques, family reunions and long overdue trips. […]
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