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 […]
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Cardinal-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 […]
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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. […]
Continue Reading“I give you a new commandment: love one another.”
“I give you a new commandment: love one another.” The gospel speaks the familiar words about loving one another. In fact, everything in the Scriptures, everything in our tradition, comes down to this: love God with all your heart, soul and mind, and love your neighbor as yourself. There are a thousand ways to say […]
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