About St. Anthony of Padua · Casa Grande, Arizona
St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Casa Grande, Arizona, is a vibrant parish community centered on the Eucharist and committed to evangelization, teaching, and prayer. Founded in 1936, the church is a National Register of Historic Places landmark and has been rebuilt after a devastating fire. The parish serves a diverse community through multiple ministries, including youth groups, vocations support, and outreach programs like Laundry Love and Crock Pot Ministry. It offers Masses in both English and Spanish and is part of the Diocese of Tucson.
- Established
- 1936
- Patron
- St. Anthony of Padua
- Diocese
- Diocese of Tucson
Why belong here
Join a parish that centers its life on the Eucharist and the living of Christian faith through evangelization, teaching, and prayer. Experience a welcoming community that supports families, youth, and the homeless through ministries like Crock Pot Ministry, Laundry Love, and vocations outreach. Participate in weekly Masses in English and Spanish, and be part of a historic church rebuilding itself after a devastating fire.
Mass times at St. Anthony of Padua
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Saturday 2:30PM – 3:30PM
Adoration times
- Friday 3:00PM (Divine Mercy Chapel)
- Sunday 6:10AM (Church)
History
The parish was established in 1936 after a small adobe chapel served the Catholic congregation. Father P.J. Murphy, the first resident priest, led the drive to build the current Spanish Colonial Revival-style church and rectory, which remains in use today. The church suffered a devastating fire and is currently undergoing reconstruction through the 'Raise Up St. Anthony’s' capital campaign.
Ministries
The parish offers a wide range of ministries to serve families, youth, and the community. These include youth groups, vocations support, and outreach programs like Laundry Love and Crock Pot Ministry. There are also spiritual ministries such as the Rosary Makers, Prayer Shawl Ministry, and Spanish Charismatic Prayer Group.
- Youth Group (Wednesdays 6:30PM–8PM)
- Jucar Young Adult Group (Wednesdays 6:30PM–8PM)
- Daughters of St. Anthony
- Junior Catholic Daughters
- Knights of Columbus
- Catholic Men’s Book Club
- Rosary Makers
- Prayer Shawl Ministry
- Laundry Love
- Crock Pot Ministry
- Fishers of Men Vocations Ministry
- Usher Ministry
- Spanish Charismatic Prayer Group
- Divine Mercy Chaplet
- Healing After Abortion Support
- Retrouvaille Marriage Help
- Saint Vincent de Paul Volunteers
Faith Formation
The parish offers Religious Education for K-8, starting September 6, 2026, and High School registration is pending. RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is available for those seeking to join the Catholic Church. The parish also hosts Marriage Encounter and Retrouvaille programs for couples.
- Religious Education (K-8, starts Sept 6, 2026)
- High School (start date TBD)
- RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults)
- Marriage Encounter
- Retrouvaille Marriage Help
Sacraments
The parish offers all seven sacraments: Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Reconciliation, Marriage, Anointing of the Sick, and Holy Orders. Sacraments are celebrated regularly, with Masses in both English and Spanish.
- Baptism
- Confirmation
- Eucharist
- Reconciliation
- Marriage
- Anointing of the Sick
- Holy Orders