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Why do Catholic churches have statues and icons, when most protestant churches avoid them?
09-17-2023 | Fr. George Teodoro, S.J.In the Ten Commandments, it says “You shall not make for yourself an idol” (Ex 20:2) and the battle against idolatry was one of the central issues in Hebrew history. In Jewish theology, God is beyond all human comprehension and can not and should not be confined or limited by worshiping an idol, in the way that the Egyptians worshiped a golden calf, or the Philistines or Babylonians worshiped images of clay. Therefore, the use of images is strictly forbidden in the Jewish faith, and likewise in the Muslim faith as well.
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Library for Kino Institute
Partner with us and help us build a library for the Kino Border Initiative.
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Mental Health First Aid Workshop
In Anderson Hall, D
Learn how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults.
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Sip, Savor, and Socialize: New Member Welcome
All are welcome to join us in Anderson Hall following the 5:00pm Mass.
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St Faustina Study Group
A new session will begin in the Ignatian Spirituality Center, 4801 N. 1st Street, Manresa Room, which can be entered through the side door at the end of the driveway (do not go to the front door.)
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Silver Rose Program Prayer Service
Knights of Columbus will lead the prayer service in our Church. All are welcome!
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Ignatian Silent Retreat: Heart of Jesus
at the Redemptorist Renewal Center in Tucson, AZ
hosted by Fr. Hung Pham S.J.
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St. Francis Xavier Parishioners and community friends may now rent Anderson Hall.
Consider Anderson Hall for wedding and sacramental receptions, family reunions, community meetings, group luncheons or similar activities. Contact Guadalupe Mosqueda for more information at 602-212-4503 or guadalupe.mosqueda@sfxphx.org.
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