The Most Rev. Daniel J. Gercke, Bishop of Tucson, established Ss. Simon & Jude parish in 1953. The founding pastor was Fr. Paul Smith, a native of Ireland. With Fr. Smith arrived the Loreto Sisters (Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary), who would staff the parish school.

The Porters will be outside after all the Mass the weekend of December 11th-12th to share more information on what they do at the Parish.

The Knights of Columbus are selling Poinsettias today after all the Masses. This is a great way to honor someone who has passed and decorate the altar for the Christmas Masses as well.

Sunday fellowship is back and growing!  We are now serving donuts and coffee (milk and juice) after the 9 am Mass AND the 11 am Mass!  This is a great ministry for families!  It's simple, the kids can help, and you get to know more parishioners!  All it requires is coming a little early before Mass to prep and then serve and clean up after Mass.  If we have enough families to volunteer, we can be on a rotating schedule so that the commitment is only once a month.  Your family would shadow Lindsey Groft and her family to learn, and then your family can be part of the Sunday Fellowship team.  If you would like to be a part of this ministry, please email [email protected] or call the office, and they can get you connected to Lindsey Groft. 

Maintenance Employee Ss. Simon and Jude Cathedral Phoenix Ss. Simon and Jude Cathedral is seeking a self-motivated individual for a Full-time position which includes benefits (insurance, vacation, etc.) Duties include, but are not limited to: assisting with custodial duties and maintenance throughout the Church, offices, grounds, and school; assists with event setups; landscaping, and performing other position related tasks deemed necessary and/or as assigned. The position is full-time 30-40 hours per week. Monday through Friday 7AM-3PM but applicants must be flexible and occasionally available to work weekends and holidays. Minimum Qualifications: Prior experience required. Knowledge of basic repair and maintenance desired. Ability to lift over 50 lbs. Application forms are available at the Parish Office. The following is required to be considered for an interview: fully-completed and signed job application (includes listings of at least 1 personal and 1 job reference) and resume (if available). Please submit this information to the Parish Office, or mail to Phil Lester, Ss. Simon and Jude Cathedral 6351 N. 27th Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85017