Local News March 2007
DIOCESE OF PHOENIX TO CELEBRATE HOLY WEEK LITURGIES
PHOENIX (March 27, 2007) Ss Simon and Jude Cathedral, 6351 N. 27th Ave., Phoenix, and the other parishes of the Diocese of Phoenix will be celebrating a series of Holy Week liturgies leading up to Easter Sunday when the Catholic Church celebrates the resurrection of Our Lord, Jesus Christ. Following is a summary of some of the major events that will take place:
Sunday, April 1, Palm Sunday
The Most Rev. Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted, Bishop of Phoenix, will bless palms that will be distributed during the 9 a.m. Mass at Ss Simon and Jude Cathedral to commemorate Jesus’ entrance into Jerusalem. The Mass and the blessing and distribution of palms, which will be repeated in parishes throughout the Diocese, focus on the Pascal Mystery, with special attention to Jesus’ suffering.
Monday, April 2, Pontifical Mass of the Chrism
Bishop Olmsted will bless the oil to be used by all Diocesan parishes for baptisms, confirmations, ordinations, and anointing of the sick for the year during a special Mass, which is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. at Ss Simon and Jude Cathedral. Representatives from each of the Diocesan parishes are expected to attend the Chrism Mass to receive the oils for their parish.
Thursday, April 5, Pontifical Mass of the Last Supper
Bishop Olmsted will be the main celebrant at a special 7:30 p.m. Mass at Ss Simon and Jude Cathedral to commemorate the Last Supper of Jesus with his apostles. Holy Thursday, as it is known on the Christian calendar ends with a procession of the reserved Eucharist to an altar of repose where Catholics will be asked, just as the apostles were, to watch and pray with Jesus on this long, dark night. This Mass will be repeated at parishes throughout the Diocese.
Friday, April 6, Good Friday Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion & Death
Bishop Olmsted will preside at a solemn commemorative service at 3 p.m. at Ss Simon and Jude Cathedral. The cross will be venerated; prayers will be offered for the Church and for all people; and a Communion service will follow. This liturgy will be repeated at parishes throughout the Diocese, and there will be no Masses offered in Catholic Churches on Good Friday. In addition, Ss Simon and Jude and other parishes, such as St. Thomas More, 6180 W. Utopia Rd., Glendale, will be conducting a “Living Stations of the Cross,” during which students and parishioners will participate in a reenactment of Stations of the Cross. Ss Simon and Jude will conduct its reenactment at 1 p.m. and St. Thomas More will conduct its reenactment at 3 p.m.
Saturday, April 7, Easter Vigil Mass
Bishop Olmsted will preside at a 7:30 p.m. Mass at Ss Simon and Jude Cathedral during which adults will be received into full communion with the Catholic Church and other adults will complete the sacraments of initiation (be confirmed and receive the Eucharist). Such Masses will take place on Holy Saturday throughout the Diocese.
Sunday, April 8, Easter Sunday Mass
Bishop Olmsted will be the principal celebrant at a 10:30 a.m. Easter Sunday Mass at Resurrection Parish, 3201 S. Evergreen Rd., Tempe, to celebrate Christ’s resurrection from the dead. Masses celebrating the resurrection of Jesus will take place at parishes throughout the Diocese.
DIOCESE OF PHOENIX TO HOLD MASS FOR HEALING FOR VICTIMS OF ABUSE BY CLERGY OR LAITY OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH
By Andrew Junker, The Catholic Sun
PHOENIX (March 22, 2007) The Most Rev. Thomas J. Olmsted, Bishop of Phoenix, will celebrate a Mass for Healing and Reconciliation for victims of abuse by clergy or laity of the Catholic Church at 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, March 29, at Sacred Heart Parish, 150 Fleury Ave., Prescott. All victims and their families and friends are invited to attend the Mass
The Mass will be an opportunity “to have people come forward from the community who would like to pray for these folks, whether they were abused by clergy or a lay volunteer or anyone else,” said Jean Sokol, director of the diocesan Office of Child and Youth Protection, which sponsors the Mass. “We want the whole community to come together in prayer, because when it comes to sexual abuse, or any kind of abuse, it’s bigger than any of us can ever be,” she added. “We have to give it to God in prayer.”
Bishop Olmsted said he recognizes how difficult it is for victims of abuse to maintain their faith in the Church or even God. “Whoever has been abused finds it especially hard to trust again. If persons have been abused by someone in the Church, it is not uncommon for them to find it hard to pray and worship with others in a parish, or even to trust in God,” the bishop said.
Source: The Catholic Sun
Phoenix Mass to be Broadcast World Wide on EWTN
(March 22)-The Eternal Word Television Network (EWTN) will broadcast the Solemn Mass of the Annunciation live from Saints Simon and Jude Cathedral on Monday, March 26 at 8:30 am. Come help us fill the pews for this weekday Mass. EWTN has asked the Diocese of Phoenix to produce a weekday Mass for them to broadcast live on their cable and satellite TV station. The station is broadcast through out the world and on the internet. We would like to show the world a cathedral that is filled with the wonderful people of our diocese. Please mark your calendar and come join the Bishop as he celebrates the Solemn Mass of the Annunciation. The Annunciation is the revelation to Mary, the mother of Jesus by the archangel Gabriel that she would conceive a child to be born the Son of God. Saints Simon and Jude Cathedral is located at 6351 North 27th Avenue in Phoenix, (Between Bethany Home Road and Glendale Ave on 27th Avenue)
Film: Champions of Faith, Baseball Edition to Make World Premiere in Phoenix
Baseball's Biggest Stars Reveal How Their Faith Guides and Sustains Their Spectacular Major League Careers
(March 19)- Come join special guests Mike Piazza, Jeff Suppan, Mike Sweeny and Bishop Olmsted at the AMC Desert Ridge 18 Theater (21001 N Tatum Blvd, Phoenix) on Sunday March 25, at 7:00 pm for the exclusive world premier of the film Champions of Faith, Baseball Edition. This is a new and groundbreaking film that focuses on the intersection of sports and faith by showcasing how some of Major League Baseball's biggest stars are shaped and uplifted by their religious beliefs. This powerful sports special profiles many of the most accomplished and devout figures in the game, both on and off the field. It features inspiring stories, thrilling game highlights and deeply personal interviews with modern-day heroes whose careers have been strengthened and magnified by their faith in God.
Shot in high-definition video, Champions of Faith features exciting game highlights from Major League Baseball Productions. This inaugural production of Catholic Exchange’s new film & video division provides some of the biggest names in our national pastime with a unique forum to discuss faith, family, teamwork, sacrifice, leadership, humility and the many virtues and spiritual lessons they have learned from the game.
The players, coaches, and managers interviewed for this project include Mike Piazza, David Eckstein, Mike Sweeney, Jeff Suppan, Jack McKeon, Tom Glavine, Craig Biggio, Sean Casey, Pudge Rodriguez, Jim Leyland, Mike Scioscia, Juan Pierre, Mark Prior, Ozzie Guillen, A.J. Pierzynski, Chris Speier, Rich Donnelly, Sandy Alomar, Sr., Sandy Alomar Jr., Mark Teahen, and former players Darrell Miller and Sal Bando.
To register for your tickets visit www.championsoffaith.com/register or call 678.990.9032 to reserve your tickets. Seating is limited so register early.
View the movie trailer here: www.championsoffaith.com
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Catholic Community Foundation Announces New President and CEO
The New President and CEO of the Catholic Community Foundation, Donna J Marino
(March 9)- The Catholic Community Foundation announces the appointment of Donna J. Marino as their new President and CEO.
Andy Groseta, Chairman of the Catholic Community Foundation, has announced the appointment of Donna Marino as its new President and CEO, effective March 1, 2007. Marino joins the Foundation from Bridgeport, Connecticut, where she previously held the position of Executive Director of Development for the Diocese of Bridgeport for the past four years. Marino was responsible for all aspects of fundraising, including the Annual Bishop’s Appeal, planned giving, major gifts and the Faith in the Future endowment fund.
Her previous experience includes 17 years of Major Fundraising and Planned Giving responsibilities with several colleges in Connecticut and New York, as well as the United Way.
Groseta commented, “We are very pleased and fortunate to have someone with Donna Marino’s non-profit management and fundraising experience leading the Catholic Community Foundation in the coming years.”
Marino fills a vacancy created last June when former President, John Scola, resigned to take a position with the Diocese of Orange in California. Since July 2006, former Board Chairman, Don Ruff, has been acting as Interim President and CEO. Ruff has helped coordinate the executive search process chaired by Immediate Past Chairman, John Reyno.
The Catholic Community Foundation was founded in 1983 and is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated “To carry on the work of Christ by fostering philanthropy.” The purpose of the foundation is to promote charitable giving from private sources through fundraising, special events, and other special projects in support of the grant and scholarship programs. With assets over $48 million, the Foundation specializes in endowment and grant fund management, as well as estate planning for the Catholic community. To find out more go to www.ccfphx.org or call 602-354-2400.
ST. LOUIS THE KING SCHOOL TO HOST SECOND ANNUAL ROYAL CAR SHOW
Glendale, AZ (March 7, 2007)- St. Louis the King Catholic School at 43rd Avenue and Maryland will host its second annual Royal Car Show April 28 from 6 to 9 p.m. The show will feature classic and collectible cars, trucks and cycles of all makes and models. Plaques for the Top 8, People’s Choice and School’s Choice will be awarded. Registration is $20 per vehicle prior to April 14; after that, $25 per vehicle. T-shirt and dash plaque given to first 100 registrants. Free spectator admission. The event will include a 50/50 raffle, craft show, music, and food. For more information visit www.slkschool.com/carshow. Proceeds to benefit students of St. Louis the King School.
Need rises for Masses in Spanish-
3rd being added at St. Vincent
Valeria Fernández,
La Voz-Mar. 2, 2007 <read article>
