Bishop John Dolan welcomed and thanked donors at the annual Shepherd’s Circle Mass and Brunch on Sunday morning at Xavier College Preparatory in Phoenix. Shepherd’s Circle is a group of more than 600 families who donate $5,000 or more annually to support any combination of diocesan initiatives, including the Charity and Development Appeal, the Together Let Us Go Forth – Juntos Sigamos Adelante Campaign, Priests for Our Future, Catholic School Support 365, Mental Health Ministry and the weekly televised Mass.
A stand-in for the bishop, a primary advisor and lead administrator, the Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia carries a heavy load. After nearly 19 years of faithful service, Fr. Fred Adamson is stepping out of curial leadership into parish life.