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March 13-14
Biblical Studies Conference: In the Gospel of Luke, Jesus forgives the sins of well-known sinner, announcing, “Your faith has saved you.” (Luke 7:50). Sadly, many today are losing their faith and despairing that salvation from sin is even possible.
The Diocese of Phoenix Biblical Studies Conference will address these crucial challenges and help participants better understand the beauty of the Gospel message, which reveals that we need not live by fear, but can find redemption in Jesus, the Savior.
These presentations will cover:
- What it means to be “saved” and what “salvation” does and does not entail
- What “grace” means and why it is “amazing”
- What having “faith” involves
- How we can overcome temptations and challenges to faith we face today
- How most people misunderstand the God of the Bible
- And much more.
Cost to attend:
- Early Bird: $45 through Feb. 14
- Normal: $55 from Feb. 15 through event
Priest and Religious: Free with registration
Deacon and Full-time Student with ID:
- Early Bird: $25 through Feb. 14
- Normal: $30 from Feb. 15 through event
When and where: March 13-14, Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 3550 E. Knox Rd., Phoenix.
Information and registration: dphx.org/event/bible-conference/
Mass for the Homebound
With the hope of bringing comfort to family members who are homebound or hospitalized, the Diocese of Phoenix broadcasts the Catholic Mass each Sunday at 9 a.m. on AZTV channel 7 and at youtube.com/phoenixdiocese. Please invite your loved ones who are unable to attend church to join us for spiritual nourishment. May God bless you.
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February 8
World Day of the Sick Healing Mass and Catholic Fair: The Order of Malta invites you to join us for a bilingual World Day of the Sick Healing Mass and Catholic Fair in celebration of Our Lady of Lourdes.
Mass will include:
- Anointing of the sick
- Blessing of caregivers’ hands
- Blessing with Lourdes water
After Mass please stay for a Catholic fair and refreshments served in the social hall!
Note: all attendees will receive Lourdes water blessed by Most Rev. Thomas J. Olmsted, Bishop of Phoenix.
Unable to attend in person? Watch the broadcast live on AZTV Channel 7 or EWTN. You can also watch live on Facebook or YouTube (@phoenixdiocese).
When and where: Feb. 8, 1 p.m., Ss. Simon and Jude Cathedral, 6351 N. 27th Ave., Phoenix.
Information: orderofmaltaaz@gmail.com.
February 22
10th Annual Phoenix Diocesan Catholic Women's Conference: Catholic Women of Phoenix announce the Tenth Annual Phoenix Diocesan Catholic Women's Conference, February 22, 2020. Our theme: My Soul Proclaims the Greatness of the Lord. Featured speakers include Anne Costa, author and spiritual coach, Sr. Mary Brigid Burnham, O.P., Julie Carrick, Simone Rizkallah and Vigil Mass with Bishop Eduardo Nevares. Early bird pricing is offered through January 31. The day includes lunch, adoration, confession, vendor shopping and ministry information. Join us as we celebrate ten years serving the women of the Diocese of Phoenix!
When and where: Feb. 22, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Xavier College Preparatory, 4710 N. 5th St., Phoenix.
Information and tickets: cwphx.org/, info@cwphx.org, (602) 471-1944.
March 6-7
Mercy & Mary Retreat: Fr. Michael Gaitley, MIC, speaker and author of "33 Days to Morning Glory" and the new book "33 Days to Greater Glory," will lead a Mercy & Mary Retreat at Our Lady of Joy Catholic Church. The retreat will start on Friday, March 6 with one talk in the evening and then continue on Saturday, March 7 with more talks, Mass, adoration, lunch, book signing and more. These dynamic talks will be on the Blessed Mother, Divine Mercy, and powerful saints for our times. Come to be renewed and refreshed. All are welcome. Registration required.
When and where: March 6-7, Our Lady of Joy Catholic Church, 36811 N. Pima Rd., Carefree.
Information: events.marianmissionaries.org/events/mercy-mary-retreat-phoenix-az/, Events@marianmissionaries.org, (413) 944-8500.
April 25
32nd Annual Crozier Gala: This year’s theme is “Keeping the Faith” and offers you the chance to mingle, dine and dance the night away with fellow Catholics, while helping to support the Catholic Community Foundation's needs-based scholarships and grant program, The Giving Circle. Hope to see you there!
When and where: April 25, 6-11 p.m., 7500 E. Doubletree Ranch Rd., Scottsdale.
Information: ccfphx.org/crozier, info@ccfphx.org, (480) 651-8800.
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