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The Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
Founded in 1969, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix consists of 94 parishes, 23 missions, 29 elementary schools, seven high schools, two universities, and one seminary, with more than 1.7 million Catholics making this diverse, vibrant, and faith-filled diocese their home. Covering nearly 44,000 square miles, the Diocese of Phoenix is one of the fasting-growing dioceses in the United States, expanding by over 300,000 people in the past 10-years alone and is comprised of Mohave, Coconino (except Navajo Indian Reservation), Yavapai, and Maricopa Counties, and the Gila Indian Reservation in the State of Arizona. The diocese is led by Bishop John P. Dolan, who was installed as the fifth bishop in the history of the diocese on August 2, 2022. He is assisted by Auxiliary Bishop Eduardo A. Nevares. For more information on the Catholic Church and the Diocese of Phoenix, go to dphx.org and be sure to check-out the official news source of the diocese at The Catholic Sun (catholicsun.org)
Purpose
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix is one of the fastest growing dioceses in the United States, with more than 300,000 Catholics joining in the last ten years. Led by the Most Rev. John P. Dolan, more than 1.7 million Catholics make this diverse, vibrant, and faith-filled diocese their home.
The faithful worship, receive the sacraments, and participate in the many activities and social events at one of the 94 parishes and 23 missions. More than 15,000 students attend one of the 29 Catholic elementary schools, seven high schools, three universities, and one seminary in the Diocese of Phoenix.
And thanks to the community’s generous support of the Charity and Development Appeal, more than 70 community and charitable organizations are able to provide hands-on help for seniors, the homeless, those who have lost jobs, women who have been abused, and families in crisis.
The faithful worship, receive the sacraments, and participate in the many activities and social events at one of the 94 parishes and 23 missions. More than 15,000 students attend one of the 29 Catholic elementary schools, seven high schools, three universities, and one seminary in the Diocese of Phoenix.
And thanks to the community’s generous support of the Charity and Development Appeal, more than 70 community and charitable organizations are able to provide hands-on help for seniors, the homeless, those who have lost jobs, women who have been abused, and families in crisis.
Mission
We are committed to helping the faithful encounter the living Christ through conversion, communion and solidarity.
Additional Culture Details
The Diocese of Phoenix work culture is based on the recognition that every employee is a representative of the Catholic Church whose service is directly related to the mission of the Church. That we acknowledge and respect the innate human dignity of all persons and recognize the personal and professional value of others. The Diocese of Phoenix provides an affirming, collaborative environment where every employee feels valued. With generous holiday time off and staff retreat days, the diocese respects the well-being and work-life balance of their employees.
Values
- Commitment to the Mission of the Church
- Employee is a role model for others in working to support and promote the organization,
the Church and the Catholic Faith. Employee understands the morals and teachings of the
Catholic faith and promotes those virtues. Employee supports organizational culture by
participating in organizational events. Employee is truthful and honest and considers moral
choices and ethical outcome of an action before acting.
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