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The difference is theologically crucial, the Vatican ruled in 2020, because its not the we of the congregation doing the baptizing but the I of Jesus Christ, working through the priest. Asirvadam Dandu at St. Isidore, Bloomingdale, Rev. Some parishioners believe Arango was forced to quit the post. Fourteen priests of the Diocese of Peoria have received new assignments in clergy appointments announced this month by Bishop Daniel R. Jenky, CSC. Travel is restricted to essential business only and must be approved. Fr. Joseph Kim - Pastor, St. John Vianney Parish, San Jose From St. Augustines Seminary of Toronto, Ontario, Canada To me, he didnt do it intentionally, Najera said. From Parochial Vicar, Holy Trinity Church, Ladera Ranch DeFrancesco said the diocese is closely monitoring state and federal guidelines and the pastoral center is working with parishes on a plan to reopen to the public. To Administrator Extended, St. Angela Merici Church, Brea, REV. Technically in church theology, there's no again or rebaptism, since baptism, as well as Confirmation and first communion, are once-in-a-lifetime rituals that can't be repeated. To Pastor Extended, St. Hedwig Church, Los Alamitos, REV. Diocese of Orange, May 1, 2020, REV. To Parochial Vicar, Holy Trinity Church, Ladera Ranch, REV. Thomas Dunn at Sacred Heart, Lombard, Rev. Like others, she then again received Communion and was confirmed this time as valid sacraments in the eyes of the church, which require recipients first to be baptized. We provide news about the Church and the world, as seen through the teachings of the Catholic Church. From Administrator, St. Edward the Confessor Church, Dana Point To Parochial Vicar, St. Boniface Church, Anaheim, REV. The Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix cut jobs, reduced priest pay and discontinuedthe print production of its newspaper on May 1in anticipation of the financial fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic. Bishop Dolan has been the pastor of six very diverse parishes within the Diocese of San Diego, and to each he has brought leadership, prayerfulness, collaboration, creativity and unity, McElroy added. Katie Hobbs said she wants to tear down and rebuild the hundreds of state boards and commissions that are part of her office. With the extended lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic limiting in-person church functions, even attending Mass, it may have been easy to miss the latest changes in priest assignments for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange. Arangos error was in saying, "We baptize you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit," when he should have begun the sentence by saying, "I baptize you." The ceremony Thursday evening represented a new assignment for Arango, pastor of St. Gregory Parish for nearly five years until news broke that he had repeatedly flubbed the phrasing on the initiation rite. A large storm bringing rain and high winds moved across metro Phoenix on Wednesday evening during rush hour. Bishop Richard E. Pates, the diocesan apostolic administrator, has made the following appointments which will be effective on July 1, 2020, unless noted otherwise: Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. She praised him for his work over the years and questioned why the Diocese of Phoenix didnt gather input from the community before his resignation as pastor. To me, he didnt do it intentionally, Najera said. Bishop Thomas Olmsted: On his 75th birthday, submits resignation as head of Phoenix diocese. "If Jesus was in charge of The Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, I know in my heart that he would forgive Father Andres for this honest mistake." Church officials are trying to identify people baptized by Arango. Pass it along to the KTAR News team here. Father Jason Barone, parochial administrator of St. Jude Catholic Church in Sapphire, is assigned as pastor as of July 5 to coincide with St. Jude . Regidor Reggie Carreon, who currently serves as parochial vicar at St. Steven Parish in Sun Lakes, was appointed parochial administrator of St. Joseph Parish. Thirteen-year-old Alysson Najera, who was baptized by Arango in 2009, was among the 11 children and one adult who underwent the rite again during the ceremony, this time with Arango using the church-prescribed language. Subscribe to azcentral.com today. Arango is a priest in good standing and has led many people to a deeper relationship with Christ in his pastoral work at Saint Gregory Parish, but now he is committing himself to this vital and important pastoral outreach to the people of God helping and healing," the diocese said. They include: Muir, and Dr. Chavira during this time of transition.. To Parochial Vicar, St. Edward the Confessor Church, Dana Point, REV. Muir was ordained a priest in 2007. Carreon was assigned to six different parishes, one after the other. Santos Castillo as Pastor of Mary Queen of Heaven, Elmhurst, Rev. Muir said. To Parochial Vicar, St. John Neumann Church, Irvine, REV. In the last three months, he has reminded us of our baptismal identity as priest, prophet and king. Arango told the families in the church Thursday that the do-over was a chance for the faithful to renew their commitment to God. By submitting this form, you are consenting to receive marketing emails from: Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange, 13280 Chapman Avenue, Garden Grove, CA, 92840, https://www.rcbo.org. She grew up in Omaha, Nebraska, and has a degree in English from Truman State University in Missouri. Andres Arango, who served in three parishes from September 2005 until his resignation Feb. 1. For more stories that matter,subscribe to azcentral.com. The Diocese of Phoenix is comprised of Mohave, Coconino (except Navajo Indian Reservation), Yavapai, and Maricopa Counties, and the Gila Indian Reservation in the State of Arizona for a total of 43,967 square miles. VIET-PETER HO From Alagad ni Maria Religious Community, Philippines Part one in a series, Conversations with hair stylist transformed one young mothers faith life, Lessons forged in struggle bear fruit in priesthood, work as chaplain, Servant leader, Fr. He said that while hes sad to leave the Newman Center, hes excited about his new assignment. From Pastor/Rector, Mission Basilica, San Juan Capistrano Williams' appointment is one of 32 new priest assignments across the Phoenix Diocese in recent months. Winkler said. From Licentiate studies in Liturgy and residence at, Casa Santa Maria, Rome Priests are usually reassigned because theres a need in [another] parish, Fr. People are typically happy to live in Anthem, Fr. Hannah Brockhaus is Catholic News Agency's senior Rome correspondent. Date No appointments have been made yet this year. This story was updated at 9:40 am MDT with information from a Diocese of Phoenix press release. Before serving at St. Gregory, Arango was pastor at Saint Jerome Catholic Church in Phoenix and the St. Anne Roman Catholic Parish in nearby Gilbert. He played an instrumental role in the liturgical planning of Bishop Dolans Installation Mass in August. DUY LE Church officials estimate Arango performed thousands of baptisms that are now presumed invalid and said those affected need valid baptisms now. In a statement, the diocese acknowledged that Arangos reassignment had upset people. David Sanfilippo, vicar for priests for the Diocese of Phoenix, has announced the reassignment of local clergy. When you subscribe to the CNA UPDATE, we'll send you a daily email with links to the news you need and, occasionally, breaking news. Juan Jose Hernandez studying Canon Law at Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. Earlier, he served in San Diego and Brazil. He was ordained a priest of the diocese in 1989. Most reassignments are effective July 1, but a couple took place immediately. From Transitional Deacon, St. Justin Martyr Church, Anaheim This is a travesty to be crucified for the use of WE instead of I, they added. From Pastor Extended, Holy Trinity Church, Ladera Ranch He declined an interview request from an Associated Press reporter after the ceremony, though he thanked the journalist for attending. Church officials are trying to identify people baptized by Arango. Dolan, a strong Spanish-speaker, has been an auxiliary bishop in San Diego, a diocese of almost 1.4 million Catholics, since 2017, serving under Cardinal-designate Robert McElroy. Muir., Mother, wife, leader: Chaviras personal and professional life reflect her witness of Christ. Members of the congregation credited Arango with launching fundraisers to pay the churchs debt, reversing a drop in membership and counseling them when they lost loved ones during the coronavirus pandemic. In a petition to the diocese, parishioners requested a town hall meeting at the church to hear their views and demand answers to the dioceses decision to invalidate thousands of sacraments. From Pastor, St. Joachim Church, Costa Mesa Arango is a priest in good standing and has led many people to a deeper relationship with Christ in his pastoral work at Saint Gregory Parish, but now he is committing himself to this vital and important pastoral outreach to the people of God helping and healing, the diocese said. Welcome! From Pastor, St. Justin Martyr Church, Anaheim From Pastor, St. Timothy Church, Laguna Niguel ALFREDO DE DIOS, O.A.R. MSGR. The following information is available through the Diocese of Orange website. Winkler said. To Parochial Vicar, St. Boniface Church, Anaheim, REV. Arango told the families in the church Thursday that the do-over was a chance for the faithful to renew their commitment to God. CHRISTOPHER HEATH Leonard Adolph Bogdan. From Parochial Vicar, Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, Santa Ana ENRIQUE SERA From Chaplain, Cal State University Fullerton, Fullerton The difference is theologically crucial, the Vatican ruled in 2020, because its not the "we" of the congregation doing the baptizing but the "I" of Jesus Christ, working through the priest. Assignment outside of Diocese of Orange, REV. From Pastor, St. Polycarp Church, Stanton We remember Alyssons mother, Eliana Najera, said she doesnt hold it against Arango that her daughters first baptism was invalidated. After all of this and many more positive things that he has done, launched and created … how does the diocese pay him for pronouncing an inclusive word? parishioner Maria Moran said. PHOENIX (Nov. 7, 2022) Bishop John P. Dolan, who was installed as the new bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix on August 2, announced two new key leadership roles at the Diocesan Pastoral Center. The Diocese of Phoenix estimates that thousands of baptisms are invalid by the incorrect phrasing used by the Rev. KTARs Community Spotlight focuses on the Boys & Girls Club of the Valley and the work to incorporate esports into children's lives. DOUGLAS ZAVALA Assigned at the time to St. Mary's in Phoenix, AZ. Assignment outside of Diocese of Orange, REV VINCENT NGUYEN, O.F.M. I am equally grateful to Dr. Chavira for her outstanding leadership, and I look forward to her future service as chancellor and vice-moderator of the curia.. Fr. We share in the mission of evangelizing the Catholic faithful by providing news, information, education, a forum for discussion and guidance in matters of faith, morals and spiritual life. AZ International Auto Show & New Car Buyer's Guide 2020 Model Year, On his 75th birthday, submits resignation as head of Phoenix diocese, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Priests in Phoenix, AZ Here is a complete list of most professional Priests in your town. Fr. SCOTT ALLEN Mark Cote as Pastor of St. Luke, Carol Stream (while continuing to work in the Office of the Diaconate), Rev. To Parochial Vicar, Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, La Habra, REV. If he made a mistake in wording, believe me, it was not intentional, it was not lack of heart, faith or education, it was a simple human mistake that I believe Jesus himself would quickly forgive, parishioners Terri and Steve Flynn wrote via email. If he made a mistake in wording, believe me, it was not intentional, it was not lack of heart, faith or education, it was a simple human mistake that I believe Jesus himself would quickly forgive, parishioners Terri and Steve Flynn wrote via email. From Mt. The Trustoria Directory gives people all the resources needed to discover the most qualified person for every need. Bishop Dolan is pleased to announce he has made the following priestly appointments. parishioner Maria Moran said. Matthew Pratscheras Pastor of St. John Paul II, Kankakee, Rev. From Parochial Vicar, St. Norbert Church, Orange Two men, one of them his nephew, claimed abuse over a period of several years by Florez, J. Giandelone, and Henry Perez. "To me, he didnt do it intentionally," Najera said. Fr. He declined an interview request from an Associated Press reporter after the ceremony, though he thanked the journalist for attending. (You can unsubscribe anytime). To Pastor Renewed, Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, La Habra, REV. Winkler noted, takes many of the boards recommendations but not all of them. This is a list of notable former Roman Catholic priests. If Jesus was in charge of The Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, I know in my heart that he would forgive Father Andres for this honest mistake. she wrote. Diocesan news still will be shared online and on social media. The diocese declined to say whether Arango resigned as pastor, as the priest said in a note posted on the diocese's site. To Pastor Extended, Our Lady of Fatima Church, San Clemente, REV. John R. Muir as moderator of the curia and vicar general and Dr. Maria Chavira to serve as vice-moderator of the curia, in addition to her current role as chancellor. James Guarascio at Our Lady of Mercy, Aurora, Rev. "Fr. Angel Seminary, St Benedict, Oregon To Parochial Vicar, St. Norbert Church, Orange, REV. THANH-TAI NGUYEN To Senior Priest, Our Lady of Fatima Church, San Clemente, REV. She credited him for inspiring her to attend Mass and restoring her faith. At Catholic News Agency, our team is committed to reporting the truth with courage, integrity, and fidelity to our faith. FREDERICK ATENTAR, A.M. Msgr. Arango is a priest in good standing and has led many people to a deeper relationship with Christ in his pastoral work at Saint Gregory Parish, but now he is committing himself to this vital and important pastoral outreach to the people of God helping and healing, the diocese said. The diocese announced last week that it implemented the cost-cutting measures after forecasting a $6 million reduction in revenue next fiscal year, which begins July 1. Parishioners arrive at St. Gregory Catholic Church, Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022, in Phoenix for a baptism do-over. Technically in church theology, theres no again or rebaptism, since baptism, as well as Confirmation and first communion, are once-in-a-lifetime rituals that cant be repeated. MICHAEL ST. PAUL LEONEL VARGAS Thirteen-year-old Alysson Najera, who was baptized by Arango in 2009, was among the 11 children and one adult who underwent the rite again during the ceremony, this time with Arango using the church-prescribed language. Fr. Another parishioner, 17-year-old Brisa Lomas, wrote a letter to Thomas Olmstead, the bishop of Phoenix, asking him to reinstate Arango at St. Gregory. If Jesus was in charge of The Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, I know in my heart that he would forgive Father Andres for this honest mistake. she wrote. During his assignment in Tucson, he served as Parochial Vicar at St. Bartholomew in San Manuel; Parish Administrator at Infant Jesus of Prague in Kearny; Associate Pastor at Ss. Status: Faculties removed (2009), living in Phoenix since 2000 Appeared under the heading: "This list contains names of priests and deacons from other d. more ioceses who have served in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix and who have been laicized and/or removed from ministry due to sexual misconduct with a minor." MICHAEL DWIGHT GALINADA Fr. SERGIO RAMOS Bishop Thomas J.. CHARLES TRAN Arango remains beloved among parishioners, some of whom said the error was an honest mistake that unfairly overshadows an honorable record of service and he should have been allowed to remain as leader of St. Gregory Parish. Simon & Jude Church, Huntington Beach, REV. Senovio Sarabia at St. Mary Immaculate, Plainfield, Rev. Simon & Jude Church, Huntington Beach, REV. Dolan was the pastor of St. John the Evangelist parish in the Hillcrest neighborhood, which, according to New Ways Ministry, is where many of San Diegos LGBT residents live., Dolan described his time at the parish as an eye-opening experience, but also a joyful experience., In January 2021, he was one of 14 US bishops who signed a statement on protecting LGBT youth from bullying, called God is on your side., Cardinal-designate McElroy said on June 10 that Dolan is a man of deep faith, pastoral wisdom and enormous energy. Rev. He declined an interview request from an Associated Press reporter after the ceremony, though he thanked the journalist for attending. With the extended lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic limiting in-person church functions, even attending Mass, it may have . Some parishioners believe Arango was forced to quit the post. Law at Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C Parochial Vicar, Holy Trinity Church, San Francisco Church. 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