Spiritual direction has grown in popularity in recent years, as Church leaders have reasserted its importance in the lives of not just the consecrated and religious, but the laity as well. 

Speaking in 2011, Pope Benedict XVI recommended that “everyone, in fact, especially those who have heeded the divine call to follow Christ closely, needs to be accompanied personally by a guide reliable in doctrine and expert in the things of God.”

With this in mind Holy Spirit Parish will begin offering a spiritual direction resource for women beginning Friday September 30, 2022.  Mrs. Mary Poirier, a Scottsdale resident, and member of our parish, will be available weekly (by appointment only) to assist in the formation of strong prayerful Catholic women with the aim to cultivate the spiritualization of the interior life and elevation of the soul through prayer.  

in 2017 Mary graduated with certification in Spiritual Mentorship for women through The School of Faith and The Apostles of the Interior Life in Kansas City.  Both are distinguished programs which function with the approval and guidance of Archbishop Joseph Naumann, of the Diocese of Kansas City, Missouri.

If you are a woman from the parish desiring some sound spiritual mentoring Mrs. Poirier will be available, each Friday in our parish office for spiritual direction.

This ministry and service is free of charge. If you are interested in setting up an appointment time, please email Mary directly at: mpoirier@holyspirit-tempe-az.org

Holy Spirit Catholic Church is committed to serving those members of our church body who, due to physical limitations, are unable to attend church services regularly. A large part of that commitment is bringing Holy Communion to these dear people on a regular basis.  

Here at Church of the Holy Spirit, our ministry has been so well received by not only our homebound but also by several care centers in the area.  It is such a blessing not only to those that are receiving the precious body of Christ, but also to our Ministers of Care.  It’s truly wonderful to experience the deep appreciation we see on their faces.

We are currently in need of additional parishioners to join this most sacred ministry. The schedule is flexible and can accommodate most everyone’s schedule.  Rose Gamboa and Sue Hickman are in the Narthex after masses this weekend to answer any questions you may have about our ministry.   Please prayerfully consider taking this opportunity to serve and stop by to chat with them.

Join us for the first Pancake Breakfast of the season next Sunday, September 18th. The morn with light fare, is our pleasure to share, serving pancakes and bacon "free of charge", see you there!

Nullity Ministers are parish volunteers who assist a person with submitting their necessary annulment related documentation to the Diocese of Phoenix. The Nullity Minister should have good computer skills. The four day training can be done either in-person or online. Please contact Deacon Gary Johnson at p19768@yahoo.com if you are interested in volunteering for this parish ministry. 

Church email scammers and spammers seem to prey on the faithful at certain times of the year more than others: Autumn when everything starts back up, Thanksgiving and Christmas/ the season of giving, and Easter are when they prey heaviest though they never rest. 

Although we typically associate devotion to St. Michael the Archangel with the prayer composed by Pope Leo XIII in 1884 to be said immediately following Mass, devotion to the holy and glorious Archangel Michael has its origin in antiquity and is supported by both Sacred Scripture and Tradition. He appears as a powerful intercessor for humanity and as Defender of the Faith. We will look at his presence in both the Old and New Testaments as well as some of the miracles of healing and protection that God has worked through him at various times in the life of the Church. Next, we will examine how this Archangel is depicted in holy icons, learn more about the feasts and celebrations in his honor, and discuss various aspects of devotion to him – including several prayers invoking his intercession and protection. 

Immediately preceding his reception of the sacred stigmata, Saint Francis was observing a Lent of 40 days in honor of St. Michael that began on August 15 (immediately following the Assumption) and concluded on September 29, the principal Feast of St. Michael (called Michaelmas in former days). Let us follow the example of Saint Francis and cherish love and devotion for this Archangel, invoking his powerful intercession and protection on behalf of our families and communities. Whoever does so will not be disappointed. I am excited and grateful to share something of my own love and devotion with this great Archangel, friend, and intercessor with you on September 29, his Feast - Fr. Michael Gilbert

The Safe Environment grace period has expired, and the renewal period closed August 31st. 

While only up-to-date volunteers can currently participate in ministry, we eagerly await your return as soon as you complete the diocesan Safe Environment requirements, and are in compliancy with guidelines. 

The RCIA/Adult Confirmation 2022-2023 program is an open format for faith formation of adults. The program will be held on Tuesday evenings beginning September 13, 2022 from 7:00pm–8:30pm in the Social Hall. The sessions will be led by Rev. Michael Ashibuogwu and Kathy Polowski.

If you have never been baptized or if you have been baptized in another Christian church and would like to consider your faith journey in the Catholic Church, you are invited to attend. There is absolutely no pressure to become a Catholic. This is your time and your decision.

If you were baptized as a Catholic but never received any formation or never received the remainder of the sacraments of initiation (i.e. Confirmation and/or Eucharist) this process is for you as well.

For additional information or to register, contact the RCIA/Adult Confirmation Coordinator, Sharon Wirtz, at (480) 838-7474, ext. 114.  Leave a message with your name, phone number and the best time to reach you OR email her at swirtz@holyspirit-tempe-az.org. Put RCIA in the subject line. You can also go the parish website www.holyspirit-tempe-az.org (under Formation, RCIA) and print the Adult Inquirer Information Form and either email Sharon or drop off at the parish office for her.  

The Family Spirit Ministry at Holy Spirit is up and running.  We are so grateful to the families who signed up for this ministry at the RE Registration Fair earlier this month. This ministry’s primary focus was on families with children ages 1 to 5 and their parents to bridge the gap between infant baptism and the eligibility for RE.  It is now grown to include all families of grade school children.  This ministry will feature a variety of guest speakers, presenters and activities that will focus on the needs of new and growing families.   Our inaugural event will be on Saturday, October 8, 2022 at the 4:30pm mass where we will welcome all families.   Following the mass, there will be a community gathering where we will break bread and discuss upcoming events.     

At no cost to you, Fry’s donates annually to participating organizations based on your percentage of spending. It is an easy one-time setup in the Fry's app in the Rewards Section by selecting Community Rewards and choosing Holy Spirit Parish. For more information visit Fry's online HERE and link your Fry's shopper card today!

Through Amazon Smile, you can help raise money for Church of the Holy Spirit just by shopping! All you have to do is go to smile.amazon.com instead of the normal Amazon site, choose "Holy Spirit Roman Catholic Parish Tempe" as your charitable organization, and start shopping! 0.5% of the price of eligible items will be donated to Holy Spirit.

This link will take you directly to Amazon Smile in support of Holy Spirit:

https://smile.amazon.com/ch/35-2350488