St. Francis Xavier Catholic Community

04/05/2026

Happy Easter! 🌸🐣
He is risen, and with Him comes new life, hope, and endless grace. May your heart be filled with peace and joy today and always.
“He is not here; He has risen, just as He said.” — Matthew 28:6
Wishing you and your loved ones a blessed and joyful Easter! 💛

04/02/2026

St. Francis Xavier Holy Week and Easter Schedule:

Holy Thursday
7:00pm Bilingual Mass of the Lord’s Supper

Good Friday
12:00pm Seven Last Words
2:00pm Stations of the Cross
3:00pm Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion and Veneration of the Cross
5:00pm Via Crucis Viviente
7:00pm Liturgia de la Pasión del Señor y Veneracion de la Cruz

Holy Saturday
8:00pm Easter Vigil with the Sacraments of Christian Initiation for Adults

Easter Sunday
Mass at 7:00am, 9:00am and 11:00am
1:00pm Misa en español

No 5pm Mass on Sunday, April 5, 2026.

No confessions on Saturdays, April 4 and 11.

12/12/2025

“Do not be afraid…Am I not here, who am your mother?”
Happy Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe! 🙏🏼❤️

12/03/2025

Happy feast day, St. Francis Xavier Parish!

Today we celebrate the Feast of St. Francis Xavier, our parish’s patron and one of the great missionaries of the Church. Francis Xavier started out as a bright young scholar from Spain, dreaming of academic success. His life took a wild turn when he met Ignatius of Loyola at the University of Paris. With Ignatius’ friendship and encouragement, Francis traded in his ambitions for a different kind of adventure — becoming one of the founding Jesuits and traveling to the edge of the known world to share Christ’s love.He spent years in India, Japan, and beyond, learning new languages and never giving up, even when things got tough. His story is a reminder that faith can push us out of our comfort zones, toward places and people we never expected.On this special day, read Matthew 28:19-20 (“Go and make disciples of all nations…”). Ask: What does it mean for me to share God’s love in my own corner of the world? Is there a way I can reach out, even in small ways, like Francis did?May St. Francis Xavier pray for us and help us live with that same courage and hope.

06/23/2025

🔥 Ready to ignite your family's faith journey? Registration is OPEN for Ignited Family Faith Formation! This is your chance to discover new insights, grow closer to God (and each other), and finally feel like you truly belong. Whether you’re new or returning, every family is welcome. Dive into community, laughter, learning, and faith that lasts far beyond Sunday. Spots fill up fast—don’t miss out! Register today and let’s Discover, Grow, and Belong together. ✨IgnitedFaith

05/15/2025

Hi, folks! Before he leaves, Fr. Eddie is going to share his vocation story on May 20, at 545pm, at the Serra Club meeting at Mt. Claret. It is a part of our church's initiative to have a Vocation Promotion Team comprised of religious, priest, consecrated, and lay people. Parishioner and consecrated life Cindy Deponti is a part of this team that is collaborating with Xavier College Preparatory. If you would like to come, please email Fr. Eddie and Cindy at [email protected] so that they can RSVP you for food. For more information about Serra Club and how you can help promote vocations, visit this website:

Serra Club of Phoenix

05/01/2025

The Fiesta de Primavera has SOLD OUT, so entry will only be available with a pre-purchased ticket!!! Thanks to all those who have supported this event that helps UNITE even more this STRONG community!

04/23/2025

Rosary for our beloved Francis at Ss. Simon and Jude Cathedral this Friday at 6pm.

Join us this Friday, April 25, at 6 p.m. for a special Rosary at Ss. Simon and Jude Cathedral, offered for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis.

All are welcome!

04/21/2025

Times of vespers and mass at St. Mary's Basilica to pray for our beloved departed, Pope Francis.

As the world reflects on the life and legacy of Pope Francis, the Diocese of Phoenix invites you to unite in prayer through special Masses and services offered in his honor.

📅 Monday, April 21
Solemn Vespers (Evening Prayer)
🕕 6 p.m. | St. Mary’s Basilica, Downtown Phoenix

📅 Tuesday, April 22
Mass for the Dead – Offered for Pope Francis
🕕 6 p.m. | St. Mary’s Basilica, Downtown Phoenix

📅 Sunday, April 27
Special Memorial Mass (Celebrated by Bishop Dolan)
🕘 9 a.m. | Ss. Simon & Jude Cathedral, Phoenix

✨ In times like these, we turn to the Eucharist, to prayer and to each other.
Let us come together as one Church, one Body, in gratitude and remembrance.

03/23/2025

SAVE THE DATE April 27 for Fr. Eddie's Going Away Party!

If you have not heard yet, this guy in the middle of this photo is leaving St. Francis Xavier in June. Here's a personal note from Fr. Eddie:

Howdy, faithful community of St. Francis Xavier!

When I first arrived at St. Francis Xavier to start my first mission as a Jesuit priest, many of y’all paid such kind compliments to me with your first words. Then, almost immediately, y’all would question almost invariably, “How long are you staying for?”

At that time, I could not answer with certainty, but sadly I announce that my time at St. Francis Xavier will come to an end, with my last day being here June 9, 2025.

However, I am happy to announce there will be a celebration on Sunday, April 27th, at the 9am English and 1pm Spanish masses, with a reception following each. I will use those celebrations and the remaining time here to celebrate the God who has brought me to YOU, the community of St. Francis Xavier. It is YOU - the People of God - who have welcomed me and made me feel such BELONGing. It is YOU who have helped me in BECOMING the priest I am today. It is YOU who has me feeling such hope and BELIEVING in such a great future, as I am BEING SENT from here to my new mission. YOU have been a source of God's grace for me.

I hope to remain as present here as possible to enjoy what I have always enjoyed... being with you all.

If you want to drop me a line, please email me at [email protected].

With much love,

Fr. Eddie

🙏 Honoring Those Who Serve God & Community 🙏⁣
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✨ A joyful celebration took place at St. Francis Xavier as Bishop John Dolan led a special Mass for Consecrated Life, recognizing ❤️ 100+ men and women who dedicate their lives to faith, service, and the Church. ⁣
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Read the full story here: https://www.catholicsun.org/2025/02/03/news-brief-bishop-dolan-honors-consecrated-religious-serving-in-the-diocese-of-phoenix/

03/15/2025

Do you know that a fellow Jesuit is serving at St. Theresa‘s in the Phoenix diocese? Fr. George Griener is giving a Lenten reflection on March 24 and 25 at 7pm with liturgy expert John Konicek. It will be held at St. Theresa Parish.