St. Ri ta in the Deser t Dedicated March 31, 1935

SCHEDULE OF MASSES / SACRAMENTS

Daily (Monday-Friday): 8:00 am

Saturday: 5:00pm Vigil Mass

Sunday: 7:00am, 9:00am, 11:00am,1:00pm in Spanish

Holy Days: 8:00am (may vary/check bulletin)

Confessions: 4:30pm on Saturday or call the Parish Office for an appointment Baptisms: P lease call the Parish Office to register for the next Baptism class. Confirmation: Contact Youth Minister or RCIA coordinator Marriage: Marriage arrangements must be made at least 4 months in advance. Please contact the Parish Office. Ministry to the Sick/Bereavement: I f you or someone you know is dealing with illness or death, please call the Parish Office.

13260 E Colossal Cave Road Vail, AZ 85641-9001

www.stritainthedesert.org

Parish Office: 762-9688

Parish Office Hours: Monday—Thursday, 8:00am to 2:00pm

extended hours until 5:00pm on Wednesdays when Religious Education is in session

EMAIL: secretary@stritainthedesert.org

BULLETIN EMAIL: bulletin@stritainthedesert.org

FAX: 762-5967

St. Rita in the Desert is an Arizona Non-profit Corporation

February 4, 2018 5th Sunday of Ordinary Time

Parish Staff & Committee Chairs

Dan Gullotta

Ron Desmarais

High School Youth Minister

Mark Kjolsrud 520-762-9688

Dear Parish Family,

In today’s Gospel, Jesus heals Simon’s mother-in-law; he also cures many who were sick and

drove out many demons. Jesus desires to heal us and make us whole. But this does not come

without a cost. Jesus heals us and sets us free not so that we can simply live life “our way,” but so we can build the

kingdom of God by spreading the Christian message. Each of us is called to share the gospel as St. Paul expresses in today’s

second reading. All of us are given this mission, we simply need to discover in what way God is calling us to accomplish it.

Through the power of the Holy Spirit, we have access to the graces and gifts necessary to live out this call.

At times, the way we are to live out the mission Jesus gives us is simply to be a good mother or father, a loving and devoted

wife or husband, a faithful friend. There will be other times when Jesus wants us to preach the truth of the Gospel in a

literal way to those who have never heard of him. There will be times when our mission is to preach through our actions

and lifestyle. We heard in today’s Gospel that everyone was looking for Jesus. How can we help them find him? We have

already encountered Jesus in the sacraments and have been healed of the stain of our original sin. Now God calls us forth to

proclaim this Good News to all. Let us undertake our mission with joy and gladness.

Fr. Martin S. Martinez

Parish News

St. Rita pray for us!

Thank you to St. Rita’s Guild for

purchasing indoor chairs for the hall. It is

so wonderful to have new chairs to sit on.

In order to keep these in pr i st ine

condition, these will be left in the Hall at

all times and will not be used outside.

Thank you to everyone who supports the Gift Shop, Italian

Dinner, and other fundraisers which allows the Guild to support

our parish.

Time to bring in your old palms!

Bring your old palms and place them in the

basket in the Narthex. On Sunday, February

11 after the 11:00am Mass we will burn last

year’s palms and use the ashes for Ash

Wednesday.

If everyone watching the Super

Bowl would donate

$1.00, how many

hungry and poor

we could help!

Come and join us at the Senior Pot Luck on

Wednesday, February 7. Meet new people,

visit with old friends and enjoy a great meal.

Bring your favorite dish and get ready to play

a game of bingo and have a fun afternoon.

Lunch starts at 11:30am in the Hall! Hope to

see you there!

LET US PRAY

Televised Sunday Mass in Tucson Beginning on Sunday, February 4, homebound Catholics in the

Tucson metro area unable to attend Sunday Mass will still be able

to see it via broadcasts on KOLD, Channel 13.

The programming is sponsored by Catholic Extension as a

partnership with the Diocese of Tucson and Tucson's local CBS

affiliate.

The Sunday Mass for Catholics who are homebound, sick or

otherwise unable to go to church will air at 6:00am and 9:30am.

For more information, visit catholicextension.org/TVMass

St. Rita’s Guild News Our next monthly meeting will be held Wednesday,

February 7 at 5:30pm in the Hall. We are putting

finishing touches on the Italian Dinner.

New members are welcome to come and see where they can

find their calling! “Membership” is open to any adult, male or

female, 18 years and older., but it becomes a family affair! Our

primary focus is serving the St. Rita’s Community.

Sunday, February 11

7:30am - 12:30pm

Walk ins welcome BLOOD DRIVE

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February 4, 2018 / 5th Sunday of Ordinary Time

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Ashes will also be available in the Shrine throughout the day

Ash Wednesday

February 14, 2018 Ashes will be distributed at all Masses:

8:00am

in the Pope St. John XXIII Center

4:00pm Children’s Mass

in the Pope St. John XXIII Center

Additional Mass in the Shrine

7:00pm in the Pope St. John XXIII Center

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LENTEN RESOURCES

Temporary suspending the reception of the

Blood of Christ

Following the recommendation of Bishop

W e i s e n b e r g e r a n d c e r t a i n p u b l i c professionals, St. Rita in the Desert will

suspend the use of the common cup for 30

days in light of the prevalence of a very

v i r u l e n t f l u s t r a i n a f f e c t i n g m a n y

communities.

This is a temporary pastoral change to protect the

public health. Fr. Martin will revisit this suspension in

30 days to determine its necessity.

Thank you for your understanding.

Calendar Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Feb 4 Feb 5 Feb 6 Feb 7 Feb 8 Feb 9 Feb 10

Pre-School & Kindergarten

9:00am

RCIA 9:30am

Gift Shop Open

10:00am

Middle School & High School Youth Group

12:00pm

AA, 7:00pm

8:00am Mass

AA 9:30am

Mah Jongg

1:00pm

World Youth Day Meeting 6:00pm

St. Vincent de Paul

Meeting 6:00pm

8:00am Mass

Sewing Angels 9:00am

St. Rita’s Singer’s Practice, 4:30pm

CBI Study

6:30pm

Seeds of Spirit Practice, 6:30pm

AA, 7:00pm

8:00am Mass

Women’s Scripture Study, 8:30am

Religious Education Grades 1-5, 3:30pm

St. Rita’s Angels Practice

5:00pm

Guild Meeting, 5:30pm

Knights of Columbus 1st Degree Induction

Ceremony, 6:00pm

RCIA, 6:30pm

Confirmation Class 6:30pm

Knights of Columbus

Business Meeting 7:00pm

8:00am Mass

Yoga cCass 9:00am

AZ Children’s Assoc

Story Time 11:30am

Baptism Class

6:00pm

AA/Al-Anon 7:00pm

8:00am Mass

Holy Hour 8:30am

Mah Jongg 12:00pm

Italian Dinner

6:00pm

Catechist Formation

9:00am

Spanish Choir Practice 10:00am

Saturday Singers

Practice 4:00pm

Middle School Youth Group

Bake Sale After Mass

Feb 11 Feb12 Feb 13 Feb 14 Feb 15 Feb 16 Feb 17

Middle School Bake Sale

After Masses

Pre-School & Kindergarten 9:00am

RCIA

9:30am

Gift Shop Open 10:00am

Middle School & High School Youth Group

12:00pm

AA, 7:00pm

8:00am Mass

AA 9:30am

Mah Jongg

1:00pm

World Youth Day Meeting 6:00pm

Family Choir

Practice 6:00pm

St. Vincent de Paul

Meeting 6:00pm

8:00am Mass

Sewing Angels 9:00am

Mission Rosary

Group 9:00am

St. Rita’s Singer’s Practice, 4:30pm

Seeds of Spirit

Practice, 6:30pm

Women's Bible Study

6:30pm

AA, 7:00pm

ASH WEDNESDAY

8:00am Mass

Women’s Scripture Study, 8:30am

Religious Education Grades 1-5, 3:30pm

4:00pm Mass

Fish Fry 5:00pm

7:00pm Mass

8:00am Mass

Yoga cCass 9:00am

Adult Faitth Formation

9:00am

AZ Children’s Assoc Story Time

11:30am6:30pm

Adult Faith Formation

AA/Al-Anon

7:00pm

8:00am Mass

Holy Hour 8:30am

Mah Jongg 12:00pm

Soup Dinner

6:00pm

Stations of the Cross 7:00pm

Vail Pride Day

Spanish Choir Practice 10:00am

Saturday Singers

Practice 4:00pm

Middle School Youth Group

Retreat 5:00pm

To view a complete St. Rita in the Desert Activity Calendar,

visit our website at www.stritainthedesert.org

St. Rita pray for us!

UPCOMING EVENTS - February 2018

18: Knights of Columbus Rosary 10:15am

Knights of Columbus Corporate Communion 11:00am

RCIA Rite of Sending 11:00am

RCIA Rite of Election 2:00pm

20: Outreach Meeting 5:00pm

23: Soup Supper 6:00pm

Stations of the Cross 7:00pm

25: Knights of Columbus Breakfast 7:30pm

World Youth Day Bake Sale 2:00pm

27: Mission Rosary Group 9:00am

Readings for the Week

Monday, Feb 5 St. Agatha

1 Kgs 8: 1-7. 9-13/ Ps 132 / Mk 6: 53-56

Tuesday, Feb 6 St. Paul Miki

1 Kgs 8: 22-23. 27-30/ Ps 84 / Mk 7: 1-13

Wednesday, Feb 7 Weekday

1 Kgs 10: 1-10/ Ps 37 / Mk 7: 14-23

Thursday, Feb 8 St. Jerome Emiliani & St. Joesphine Bakhita

1 Kgs 11: 4-13/ Ps 106 / Mk 7: 24-30

Friday, Feb 9 Weekday

1 Kgs 11: 29-32; 12: 19/ Ps 81 / Mk 7: 31-37

Saturday, Feb 10 St. Scholastica

1 Kgs 12: 26-32; 13: 33-34/ Ps 106 / Mk 8: 1-10 Sunday, Feb 11 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Lv 13: 1-2. 44-46/ Ps 32 / 1 Cor 10: 31 – 11: 1/ Mk 1: 40-45

Readings for the day: http://www.usccb.org/nab/

St. Rita’s Guild

Friday, February 9

Dinner in the St. John XXIII Center

Doors open at 5:45 pm

Dinner Service begins at 6:00 pm

The Italian Dinner and Silent Auction is the major fundraiser for the Guild. All monies raised help support

the many activities and programs sponsored and hosted by the Guild throughout the year.

MENU Italian Bread Caprese Salad Caesar Salad

Meat Lasagna Vegetable Lasagna Spaghetti

Cannoli Cake

Beverages

Coffee

No Host Bar

Adult: $18.00 (12 years & older)

Child: $10.00 (5-11 years old)

4 and under Free

Annual Italian Dinner & Silent Auction 2018

Early Bird Silent Auction Items The Guild is excited to announce three Early Bird Silent Auction with the winners to be announced at the Italian Dinner. You do not

need to be present to win, but you could be outbid if you are not present and keeping an eye on the bidding. Early Bird bidding sheets

are located in the Narthex next to the item

1) DINNER WITH FATHER MARTINEZ

Enjoy a home cooked meal by our very own Italian Dinner Chef, Ann Cook and with Father Martinez. Dinner is for a party up to 8

people at Father Martinez’s home. Date of the dinner will be determined by the winner and Father Martinez. Starting bid $200.00

2) & 3) PERSONAL PARKING SPOT FOR ONE YEAR

Two parking spots in front of the St. John XXIII Center are up for auction. Be the bidder of your own personal parking spot and

never have to worry about having a place to park, especially during the holiday seasons when parking can be difficult. Starting bid

for each spot is $75.00

February 14 5:00 pm – 7:15 pm

Ash Wednesday

St. Rita in the Desert Council #14230

$10.00 Fish * French Fries

Hush Puppies * Cole Slaw

$5.00 Kid’s Meal

Fish * French Fries

Eat here or take it home!

· We will practice one evening every month; generally, the second Monday of the month, from 6:00pm-

7:30pm, covering all the songs for the month. Families will receive packets of music to review at home

together. This alleviates the weekly practice commitment that was previously required, enabling more

families to join!

· We will sing weekly at the 9:00am Mass.

· Our first practice will be Monday, February 12 at 6:00pm.

· Our first Mass together with be Sunday, February 18 at 9:00am

This is such a wonderful chance for our parishioners to participate in ministry as a

family! All are welcome! Know that it does not matter how you sound, or how you think you sound. The emphasis

here is on family! However, children are still welcome to sing without parents if circumstances require it. Families

with babies and toddlers are welcome to join! Please talk to Jennifer after any weekend Mass, or call 520-904-

4783 with any questions. I hope that this will be a truly special program for families in the parish!

Our St. Rita’s Children’s Choir will soon be converting into the new St. Rita’s

Family Choir! This is a very special opportunity for families, siblings, parents,

and grandparents to sing together!

Coming Soon: St. Rita’s Family Choir!

Coffee Sunday Next Week January’s Coffee Sunday will be next weekend in

the Hall at the 7:00am and 9:00am Masses. Stop by

for a cup of coffee and a sweet treat. Donations of

goodies, homemade or store bought, are always

appreciated and can be dropped off before the Masses.

Yoga comes to St Rita’s! Come join us for yoga classes that will meet all level of

participants. Veronica Borrell is a 200 Hour Certified Yoga

Instructor. Classes meet each Thursday at 9:00am in the

Hall. Bring your own yoga mat and $7.00 per session (exact

c h a n g e , p l e a s e ) . P l e a s e c o n t a c t V e r o n i c a a t

email: veronicaborrell@hotmail.com with any questions. All

proceeds support the World Youth Day Team.

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St. Rita pray for us!

Have you ever wondered “Why Peter?”? A hard core fisherman, raw and rustic, high strung,

slow to understand, fearful. Yes, why Peter?

Come join us for a 10-session DVD program and discussion to learn why Jesus chose Peter as

“The Rock”. Dr. Tim Gray uses biblical accounts, historical evidence, Church teaching, classical

art, and personal insights to educate us on the life and significance of Simon Peter in the New

Testament.

Thursday 6:30pm to 8:00pm

in the St. John XXIII Center

Adult Faith Formation

Adult Faith Formation will begin on Thursday, February 15.

Join us for these two spiritually exciting programs.

CATHOLICISM BIG WORD - BIG IDEAS - BIG FAITH

Bishop Barron—theologian, author, and speaker—is the creator and host of this much acclaimed 10-part DVD series. Join us each week as we engage with his beautifully illustrated documentary on the Catholic faith and then discuss with one another such topics as the existence of God, the Mother of God, the Eucharist, the Communion of Saints, life after death, and much more.

Thursdays 9:00am to 10:30am

in the St. John XXIII Cener

Facilitators: Mary Ann Cleveland and Lorrie Pepper

For information and sign up, please call Mary Ann at 248-8472

February 4, 2018 / 5th Sunday of Ordinary Time

Parish News

ST. RITA’S

Middle School Youth Group

FUNDRAISER BAKE SALE

February 10 & 11 after Saturday, 5:00pm Mass &

Sunday 7, 9 & 11am Masses

Raising funds to attend

The Diocese of Tucson Youth Fest in March

Overnight MSYG Retreat in February

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Parish News

Religious Education Classes Wednesdays

Grades 1-5 & Upper Sacrament

3:30 - 5:00pm

Classes: February 7, 14, 21, 28

Confirmation Classes

6:30 - 8:00pm

Classes: February 7, 14, 21, 28

Sundays

Pre-school (beginning in Mass)

Kindergarten (beginning in classroom)

8:45 - 10:00am,

Classes: February 4, 11, 18

Middle School & High School Youth Group

12:00 - 2:00pm

Classes: February 11 , HSYG class February 18

Middle School Retreat: February 17 & 18

RCIA

Sundays 9:30am - 10:45am & attend 11:00am Mass

Wednesday 6:30-8:00pm

Classes: February 4,7,11,14,18, 21,25,28

P arent’s Corner

Keep Talking by Maureen Treacy Lahr & Julie Pfitzinger

Has someone you counted on ever disappointed you?

Think of a time when you know you disappointed another

person. How did you resolve the situation?

Religious Education

St. Rita’s Gift Shop Open The St. Rita’s Gift Shop is located to the right of the

Shrine and is open Sundays from 10:00am –

12:30pm or by special request. Stop by and see

our assortment of religious items for all ages.

Come and see the Lent items in the gift shop,

including Prayer Cubes and various booklets!

First Communion gifts are also available in the Gift Shop. We

will also have a table set up in front of St. John XXIII

Center on Wednesday, February 14 at 4:30pm. First

Communion gifts will also be available..

Seeking Corporate Sponsors: WYD Team is also looking for

corporate sponsors to showcase on our banner, bulletin, and

Facebook site. Your TAX DEDUCTIBLE donation will support

the ONLY team in the Tucson Diocese attending the 2019

World Youth Day. Please contact Pam Gadziala, Cell: 520-289-

9171, email: pamela.gadziala@gmail.com.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Yoga :

Every Thursday at 9:00am in the parish hall

$7.00 per session,

World Youth Day Corner

Start your spring cleaning early and donate all those surplus

items toward the WYD

Yard Sale We are collecting donations! We will also be selling booth space

at the Yard Sale for any Crafters to showcase their goods.

$20 for space; $25 with table. Call Pam Gadziala to arrange large

item pick-up or to reserve a Crafter Spot.: 520-289-9171; email:

pamela.gadziala@gmail.com.

A Call to Save Lives

In celebration of Life, we ask the question: “Have you heard

the call to foster a child?” There are many children in our

community that could use this kind of support. Fostering is

a calling, a vocation to help a child live and heal from disruptive

or violent family situations. If anyone would want discernment

help for this ministry contact Sr. Noelle at (520) 762-9688.

Resources that are available: Catholic Community Services, Casa

de los Ninos, other foster families in the area.

Baptism Classes If you are seeking Baptism for a child who has not started first

grade or would like to sponsor a child for baptism at another

Catholic church, classes are held the second Thursday of each

month at 6:00pm in the office conference room. Registration is

required so call the office at 762-9688.

Sunday Contributions

$5006.50

Thank you!

Prayer and Worship

St Rita’s Prayer Line

Larry Divine Deacon Dan Gullotta

Fr. Greg Jones, C.S.V. Anton James Wesolowski

Carry Reitz

Barry Blackwell

Gary Martin

Stan Hastings

Jack Baker

Ciro Rivera

Sabrina Herrett Grey

Kate Atkinson

Rivera Family

Angelina Federico

Karin Radzik

Joseph Hann

Betty Smith

Angie Grosz

Patrick Michaud

Bristol Schaefer

Elizabeth O'Connell

Debbie Kipping

Mary B. Steiss

Rosemary Christie

Joseph Adaszynski

Lynn Rice

Bruce Baxter

Ted Botsford

Richard Cunningham

Kurt Donath

Lindsay Kelsey

Mancada Family

Bob Dupnik

Tyler Dupnik

Dcn Oscar Bueno

Matt Brown

Kevin Sams

Presley Baker

Rose Chiusolla

Reid Bennington

Richard Berten

Richard Radzik

John Krisch

Diane French

Bonnie Englert

Mike Goodwin

Connie Calloway

Christopher Moore

Carol DiMiceli

Reyna Masters

We are the body of Christ and we support one another. You are

invited to share your prayer intentions. We will pray for intentions for

one month, but, of course, we can continue our prayers for your intentions

longer if requested. If you would like to have your prayer

intentions on our prayer line, or if you would like to

participate in prayer, please contact Leta Davis at 647-3572.

PLEASE do not call the parish office. Mass Intentions Saturday, Feb 3, 2018

5 pm/ Rachael’s Vineyard Retreat

Sunday, Feb 4, 2018

7 am / The Living & Deceased of St. Rita’s Community

9 am / SI: George Jochum Family

John Grimm

11 am / Elizabeth Mahoney

1 pm/ Yolanda Ebeas

Monday, Feb 5, 2018

8 am / SI: Families & Baby John

Tuesday, Feb 6, 2018

8 am / SI: Alzheimer's patients Wednesday, Feb 7, 2018

8 am / Jerome R. Gillette Thursday, Feb 8, 2018

8 am / Bill Gassoway Friday, Feb 9, 2018

8 am / SI: Donna & Mike Gillespie

Saturday, Feb 10, 2018

5 pm/ The Living & Deceased of St. Rita’s Community

Sunday, Feb 11, 2018

7 am /

9 am / Sacred Heart of Jesus

Bill Gassoway

11 am / Joseph Meyers & Eileen Labiner

1 pm/

St. Rita pray for us!

Saturday 5:00 pm Mass

Greeters: Joseph Descisciolo, Maureen Keith Server: Matthew Fimbres, Mark Fimbres Lector: Karen McCord Ministers of Holy Communion: Frank & Mary Giegerich, Todd Lichtas

Sunday 7:00 am Mass

Greeters: Mary Lapora, Sharon Steveson Server: Hannah Shonk, Braeyden Adams, Clark Davis Lector: Bill Blind Ministers of Holy Communion: Priscilla Ortega, Marc Valdenegro, Geri Wegener

Sunday 9:00 am Mass

Greeters: Winkel Family Servers: Nick Hierstein,Justin Hierstein, Bella Scopel

Lector: Richard Kumet Ministers of Holy Communion: Pam Hill

Tony LoMonaco, Mary Ann Cleveland, David Winkel

Sunday 11:00 a.m. Mass

Greeters: Maria Kardos-Foy, Deserie Lopez, RJ Yap

Servers: Danny Oakes, Aubrey Werner, Will Werner Lector: Deserie Lopez Eucharistic Ministers: Louis Abney,

Tony Cardenas, Danette Davis, Sharon Englert

Feb 10 & 11 Minister Schedule

St. Scholastica - Feast Day February 10 Twins often share the same interests and ideas with an equal intensity.

Therefore, it is no surprise that Scholastica and her twin brother, Benedict,

established religious communities within a few miles from each other. Born

in 480 of wealthy parents, Scholastica and Benedict were brought up

together until he left central Italy for Rome to continue his studies. She

founded a religious community for women near five miles from where her

brother governed a monastery. The twins visited each other once a year in

a farmhouse because Benedict was not permitted inside the monastery. They spent these times discussing spiritual matters. According to

the Dialogues of St. Gregory the Great, the brother and sister spent their

last day together in prayer and conversation. Scholastica sensed her death

was close at hand and she begged Benedict to stay with her until the next

day. He refused her request because he did not want to spend a night

outside the monastery, thus breaking his own Rule. Scholastica asked God

to let her brother remain and a severe thunderstorm broke out,

preventing Benedict and his monks from returning to the abbey. Benedict

cried out, “God forgive you, Sister. What have you done?” Scholastica

replied, “I asked a favor of you and you refused. I asked it of God and he

granted it.” Brother and sister parted the next morning after their long discussion. Three days later, Benedict was praying in his monastery and

saw the soul of his sister rising heavenward in the form of a white dove.

Benedict then announced the death of his sister to the monks and later

buried her in the tomb he had prepared for himself. She is the patron saint

of nuns. -Franciscan Media - Saint of the Day

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CTSO It’s that time of year to think about Arizona’s Catholic Tuition

Support Organization. Through your contribution and the

corresponding TAX CREDIT on your Arizona Income Taxes, you

simply redirect a portion of your state tax liability to a cause you

want to support - quality Catholic education. Please consider

directing your donation to St. Charles Catholic Elementary

School on the San Carlos Reservation or St. Augustine

Catholic High School in Tucson. For more detailed

information, visit www.ctso-tucson.org.. Online contributions can

also be made through the website.

LAS T D AY T O GE T Y OU R T IC KE T ! "M agn i f i c a t ' s

Valentine Brunch, February 10, 2018 New Location: 49ers Club

House, 12000 E. Tanque Verde, New Time: 10 am - 12:30

pm. Guest Speaker Matt & Kimberly Marchesseault.

Full Buffet Brunch, Prayer, Praise and Sharing, Cost $20.00, For

ticket purchase, Contact Gloria 237-7060, your Parish Rep, or

any Catholic Bookstore. Ticket sales close Feb. 5th. Tickets are

no longer available on event date. All are welcome...Please join

us!

" Magnificat is a Ministry to Catholic women devoted to our

Blessed Mother! We are looking for new Team Members...come

and see what this ministry is all about!"

Surviving Divorce: Hope and Healing for the Catholic Family 12-

week groups have begun at St. Odilia (Mondays), SS. Peter and

Paul (Tuesdays), and St. Pius X (Wednesdays) but there is still

time to participate in one of these groups. Cost of $25 per

person includes a “Personal Survival Guide” and all materials for

12 weeks. Find comfort and counsel consistent with Catholic

teachings. Groups close after the third week and group size is

limited, so reserve your space now. Sorry, no child care

avai l ab le . Cal l Fe l ic ia Kle in at 425 -6529, or emai l to

parishioner Notary Services Valerie Golembiewski

520-296-6994

Celebrate St Valentine’s Day Early. Jesus’ arms are open wide and

His Sacred Heart beats for you.

Give Him a piece of your heart with praise, worship, and

Eucharistic Adoration. Join us at “Alive in Christ” at

6:30 PM, February 8, at the Sacred Heart church, 601 E. Fort

Lowell, Tucson (just W of 1st Ave). Call

Gloria (520-237-7060) or see www.tucsonccr.org for details.

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