Upload
others
View
1
Download
0
Embed Size (px)
Citation preview
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: [email protected]
BULLETIN EMAIL: [email protected]
FAX: 762-5967
St. Rita in the Desert is an Arizona Non-profit Corporation
July 7, 2019 Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Dan Gullotta
Ron Desmarais
Beth Greene 520-762-9688
Gayle Sueskind 520-762-9688
Suzanne Roelike 520-909-8845 (leave msg)
s
Parish Staff & Committee Chairs
Dear Parish Family,
In today’s gospel, Jesus enlists the help seventy-two disciples and he sends them out two by two to heal
the sick, forgive sins, cast out demons and announce the kingdom of God. The Lord wants us to assist
him in building the kingdom and bringing salvation to all humankind. He is setting in motion the building up of the Church that will take
the reins of leadership after he has ascended into heaven. Jesus has already begun his final journey to Jerusalem and to Calvary. Jesus
knows his days are numbered, but the whole world must be touched by his message. The chosen ones are told to travel lightly; all they
can carry with them besides the clothing on their back is total trust in the providence of God to meet their needs. Hospitality would be
the measure by which they would gauge the success or failure of their mission. Where God’s word was welcomed, people would a lso
welcome those who preached it. Likewise, where the Gospel was rejected, these disciples would shake the dust from their feet and
move on to other towns.
The underlying truth of these instructions, it seems, is this: Whether people want to listen or not, regardless of whether they come to
believe it or not, the Kingdom of God is at hand. And this fact requires something of everyone – repentance and faith. Jesus has given
the disciples power over serpents and scorpions. They have nothing to fear if they trust in the Lord. The same is true for all who
believe. Remember that Jesus said, the harvest is abundant, but the laborers are few.
The laborers are you and me. They are not some “other people.” How might your gifts and talents help to build the Kingdom o f God?
As we continue the work of the kingdom, we depend on God’s grace to complete the great work he has begun in us.
Fr. Martin S. Martinez
Parish News
Sebastian Grey Case Entered into our faith community
through the waters of Baptism.
Welcome to the Family of God!
St. Rita pray for us!
Do you want to become a Catholic?
Do you know anyone who wants to
become Catholic?
Are you an adult Catholic, but have
not received Confirmation? You can register now to joining the RCIA (Rite of Catholic
Initiation of Adults) process. Pick up a registration sheet on the
vestibule table. The two-part sessions begin Wednesday, August
21 and Sunday, August 25. For more details call Sr. Noelle at 520-
762-9688.
Funeral Notice:
William "Bill" Ruiz, Jr
Friday, July 12, 2019
in the St. John XXIII Center
Viewing: 9:00am
Rosary: 10:30am
Mass of the Resurrection: 11:00am Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine
upon him. May his soul and all the souls of the faithfully departed,
through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
CAUTION
Be Aware: Cooper’s Hawks on Campus
The Aleppo Pine tree next to the
Shrine is the home for Cooper’s
Hawk and her chicks. Mamma
bird is protect ive, and may
aggressively defend the area
around her nest.
Please be cautious around
the Shrine.
The chicks have taken flight and
been observed flying around the
shrine and office. They have the appearance of a full -
grown hawk, but are a little smaller than their mom.
Dear God our Father,
We praise you today for who you are: a God of love
who reveals to us that love is truth and freedom.
Thank you for our country, the United States of America,
conceived in liberty, and for all those who have
sacrificed that we might enjoy these freedoms.
Like a city on a mountaintop, help us to share our blessings
with the world, and to allow the light of your Holy Spirit
within us to set others free in spirit, soul, and body.
In Jesus’ name. Amen.
July 7, 2019 / Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Parish News
Sundays 12:30pm - 2:00pm all summer long in the St. John XXIII Center
Middle School and High School Teens
Sunday Contributions
$3871.00
Thank you!
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.
St. Rita's Outreach Ministry helped Christ
Lutheran Church’s Pack-a-thon on Sunday,
June 30. 14 of us helped pack 30,000 meals in
an hour! And had fun too!
A statement from Archbishop John Wester This document is posted on the home page of the Diocese of
Tucson.
www.diocesetucson.org It is a statement from our Metropolitan, the archbishop of the
ecclesiastical province to which we belong, which includes New
Mexico and Arizona. In his statement, Archbishop Wester
describes the plan for laity in the province to report any
suspected abuse perpetrated by bishops. Bishop Weisenburger
encourages you to read the message closely, as it provides a
telephone number in the event that anyone needs to report
immediately.
The reporting process includes director reporting first to civil
enforcement agencies, then to the Metropolitan, Archbishop
Wester, “where the layperson who handles these calls will
immediately inform the Archbishop of Santa Fe as well as the
Apostolic Nuncio” in Washington, D.C.
This action is the direct result of the recent Plenary Assembly
of US Bishops that took place in Baltimore.
Vail Family University FREE Event You are invited to and opportunity to be refreshed,
refocused, and renewed! Come to the Vail Family
University and listen to the keynote speaker: Dr.
Gary Chapman. He is an award-winning author and
speaker on the five love languages. Free childcare
will be provided if you pre-register. Immediately
after the Vail Family University, your child can receive a free
backpack full of school supplies and other free items at the School
Resource Fair. The Vail Family University will be held Saturday, July
13 a t Emp i re H igh Schoo l . To reg i s te r , p lea se v i s i t :
www.vailfamilyuniversity.org.
Novena for our deceased:
Mirna Gabriela Korchmaros Come join our newest tradition at St. Rita’s!
The Legion of Mary will lead a Novena Rosary for
the Deceased for Mirna Gabriela Korchmaros
whose Mass of the Resurrection was celebrated in our
community on Friday, July 5.
Succinctly, a novena is a nine day period of private or
public prayer to obtain special graces, to implore special
favors, or make special petitions. (Novena is derived from the
Latin novem, meaning nine.) The number “nine” has a great
symbolic richness. It is is derived from the Trinitarian and
Divine number “three” – being “three times three”. Before
Christ ascended into heaven, he commanded his Apostles to
remain in the city of Jerusalem for the nine days until the feast
of Pentecost, and there to await the descent of the Holy Spirit.
It seems that the first “novena” was carried out by the
Apostles (together with the Blessed Virgin Mary) in an upper-
room in Jerusalem during the nine days between the
Ascension and Pentecost. The Novena for the Deceased is a
prayer for the soul as it ascends to heaven.
The Rosary will be prayed at 6:00pm in the Shrine
for 9 days beginning Sunday, July 7. YOU are invited
to come join us in prayer.
Calendar
UPCOMING EVENTS - July
21: Steubenville Conference
Knights of Columbus Rosary for Life 10:15am
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
July 7 July 8 July 9 July 10 July 11 July 12 July 13
Middle School Youth
Ministry High School Youth Ministry
12:30pm
AA, 7:00pm
8:00am Mass
Mah Jongg 1:00pm
St. Vincent de Paul
Society Mtg 6:00pm
8:00am Mass
Calendar Meeting 5:30pm
AA, 7:00pm
8:00am Mass
Legion of Mary 6:00pm
8:00am Mass
Adult Education The Wild Goose
9:00am
Music Ministry Practice 5:00pm
Adult Education The Wild Goose
6:30pm
AA/Al-Anon 7:00pm
8:00am Mass
Holy Hour 8:30am
Mah Jongg
1:00pm
Men’s Bible Study 7:00am
Spanish Choir Practice
12:00pm
Saturday Singers Practice 4:00pm
July 14 July 15 July 16 July 17 July 18 July 19 July 20
Middle School Youth
Ministry High School Youth Ministry
12:30pm
AA, 7:00pm
8:00am Mass
Mah Jongg 1:00pm
Welcoming Committee
Meeting 5:00pm
St. Vincent de Paul
Society Mtg 6:00pm
8:00am Mass
AA, 7:00pm
8:00am Mass
Legion of Mary 6:00pm
8:00am Mass
Adult Education The Wild Goose
9:00am
Music Ministry Practice 5:00pm
Baptism Class
6:00pm
Adult Education The Wild Goose
6:30pm
AA/Al-Anon 7:00pm
8:00am Mass
Holy Hour 8:30am
Mah Jongg
1:00pm
Steubenville Conference Begins
Steubenville Conference
Men’s Bible Study
7:00am
Spanish Choir Practice 12:00pm
Saturday Singers
Practice 4:00pm
To view a complete St. Rita in the Desert Activity Calendar, visit our website at www.stritainthedesert.org
Readings for the Week
Monday, July 8 Weekday
Gn 28: 10-22a/ Ps 91 / Mt 9: 18-26
Tuesday, July 9 St. Augustine Zhao Rong & Companions
Gn 32: 23-33/ Ps 17 / Mt 9: 32-38 Wednesday, July 10 Weekday
Gn 41: 55-57; 42: 5-7a. 17-24a/ Ps 33 / Mt 10: 1-7 Thursday, July 11 Weekday
Gn 44: 18-21. 23b-29; 45: 1-5/ Ps 105 / Mt 10: 7-15 Friday, July 12 Weekday
Gn 46: 1-7. 28-30/ Ps 37 / Mt 10: 16-23 Saturday, July 13 St. Henry
Gn 49: 29-32; 50: 15-26a/ Ps 105 / Mt 10: 24-33 Sunday, July 14 Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Dt 30: 10-14/ Ps 69 / Col 1: 15-20/ Lk 10: 25-37
Readings for the day: http://www.usccb.org/nab/
St. Rita pray for us!
USCCB Call to Prayer This Week’s Prayer:
God, our Father, look upon our country with your
loving care.
St. Rita’s Gift Shop
The Gift Shop is closed for the season.
Reopening date: Sunday, August 11
Mission Rosary Group Meetings will resume on Tuesday, September 10, 2019.
SUMMER BREAK
You are invited to pray with Bishop Weisenburger
Msgr. Raul Trevizo, Father Jorge Farias Saucedo, Sister Gladys
Echenique, OP, Sister Jeanne Bartholomeaux, SC, and I recently
recorded a recitation of the Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary.
The recordings in both English and Spanish now are available at
your for no cost while supplies last. The recordings are available
as downloadable MP3 files, at no charge, at our diocesan webpage
at
https://diocesetucson.org/communications/
Rosary-Audio-Download.html
As I wrote in a letter to our priests, “As we journey
through the season of Easter, I would
like to focus attention on sharing the power of prayer with
our brothers and sisters, specifically prayer for vocations to
the priesthood and religious life. In the short time that I've
been in our Diocese I have come to understand that the need
for more priestly vocations is at the top of our most critical
issues for the future. Addressing this need first and foremost
with prayer is critical, and for that I need your help.”
Each CD or MP3 download includes a very brief
introduction to prayer followed by me praying the first
decade. The others follow me, each praying a decade or
two. I encourage you to join us in prayer for priestly
Wednesday Morning Ladies Scripture Study
All ladies are invited to join the Bible Study
Group for this important look at our
celebration of Mass in which we participate
as Catholics. It will be enriching and will help
us to fully enjoy this meaningful celebration
which is the center of our faith.
When: Beginning July 17 following morning Mass (closes at 10:30am)
Where: Oscar Romero Room in the Verhagan Building
Topic: The Mass - A Presentation by Bishop Robert Barron
Bishop Barron is Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. His books and DVDs seek to enlighten all
people about the gifts of the Church which Jesus wants us to enjoy. When you come to Mass, do you think of
it as an intimate encounter with our Lord Jesus Christ? Bishop Barron will explain how the Mass brings us
out of the fallen world and into the heavenly realm with a call from God and a response fro
us, His people. At Mass we are intimately joined with the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of
Jesus through the Holy Eucharist.
This brief course will help us to understand how to fully, consciously and actively participate
in the source and summit of the Christian life. The study includes Bishop Barron’s
presentation on the Eucharist. He offers insights into the mystery of Christ’s
presence in our lives and the Eucharist as the
fullness of that presence.
The Mass
July 7, 2019 / Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Faith Formation and Prayer
“How marvelous it would be if,
at the end of the day, each of us could say: today I have performed an act of charity
towards others” – Pope Francis
Please make a commitment to support the 2019 Annual Catholic Appeal. Ministries supported by the appeal
have a direct impact on the administration and evangelization efforts at our parish – and all parishes, missions,
and communities of our diocese. Your generous support and participation is critical to the success of the 2019
Annual Catholic Appeal. Help move us forward in hope as we seek to better embody the Gospel message in our lives.
“As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace” – 1 Peter 4:10
Thank you for your prayers, support and participation!
text ACA to 41444
~ OR ~
visit www.cathfnd.org/donate
Parish Goal: 99 participants $47,340
To date: 72 participants $20,005
St. Rita pray for us!
Parish News
Enjoy a free subscription to FORMED.ORG - in incredible
online gateway to the best Catholic content, all in one place
Videos audio, movies, stories, bible study,
children’s movies, and more!
It is easy to register and FREE!
Visit FORMED.ORG
Click on REGISTER (lower right of page)
Enter the Parish Access Code: FKPCB3
Enter your email and create a password
Enter the world of Catholic content!
A Modern Example of Virtue Athlete, outdoor enthusiast, avid skier….and possible future saint?
See why the life of Blessed Pier Giorgio has inspired so many to
embrace Jesus and pursue holiness
An easy way to support St. Rita’s ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY
AmazonSmile is a simple and automatic way for you to support your favorite charitable organization
every time you shop, at no cost to you.
When you shop at smile.amazon.com, you’ll find the exact same low prices, vast selection and
convenient shopping experience as Amazon.com, with the added bonus that Amazon will donate a portion (.05%) of the purchase price to
your favorite charitable organization.
To shop at AmazonSmile simply go to smile.amazon.com from the web browser on your computer or mobile device. You may also want
to add a bookmark to smile.amazon.com to make it even easier to return and start your shopping at AmazonSmile.
Use the same account information on Amazon.com and AmazonSmile. Your shopping cart, Wish List, wedding or baby registry, and other
account settings are also the same.
On your first visit to AmazonSmile (smile.amazon.com), you need to select a charitable organization to receive donations from eligible
purchases before you begin shopping. You can support St. Rita’s SVdP by choosing St. Vincent de Paul – St. Rita in the Desert
Conference. Amazon Smile will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make at smile.amazon.com will result in
a donation.
If everyone in the parish who shops at Amazon will use AmazonSmile, the resulting donations could be significant. Thank you, and SMILE!!!!
EVERY ONE OF US WHO SHOPS AMAZON SHOULD USE AmazonSmile
July 7, 2019 / Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
One of the most amazing volunteer positions you will ever have!
Pass your faith to the next generation!
Learn so much about your own faith!
Call Beth in the parish office at 520-762-9688 or email [email protected]
Lead Catechists and Assistant Catechists are needed
Our 2019-2020 Religious Education year begins in August
and if you feel called to share your faith with our children, please contact Beth.
That’s the Holy Spirit calling!
Faith Formation
Adult Faith Formation
by Father Dave Pivonka, TOR
This week’s topics
The Spirit of Adoption
Session 7: Did you know that ancient Roman law allowed parents
to abandon their biological children but not their adopted children?
In like manner, when we experience God’s Spirit of Adoption, we
enjoy a forever, intimate relationship with the Father. Come find out
more.
The Spirit and the Sacraments
Session 8: How is Baptism like the Gateway Arch in St. Louis? In
Episode 8, Fr. Dave not only gives us the answer to this question but
explains how the Holy Spirit is omni-available in the Christian
marriage.
Classes are Thursdays in the
St. John XXIII Center
9:00 - 10:30am or 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Come join us anytime!
Facilitators: Lorrie Pepper and Mary Ann Cleveland
For information, please call Mary Ann at (520) 248-8472
Religious Education
Pre-K and Kindergarten
Beginning August 4
Sundays from 8:45am to 10:00am
Elementary (grades 1-5 & Upper Sacrament)
Beginning August 7
Wednesdays from 3:30pm to 5:00pm
Teen Sacraments Beginning August 7
Sundays from 10:00am - 11:00am
RCIA
Sundays from 9:30am-10:45am (beginning Aug 21)
and Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8:00pm (Aug 25)
Middle School & High School Lifeteen beginning Aug 4
Sundays from 12:30pm to 2:00pm
Confirmation
Wednesdays from 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Prayer and Worship
Saint Henry - Feast Day July 13
As German king and Holy Roman Emperor, Henry was
a practical man of affairs. He was energetic in consolidating
his rule. He crushed rebellions and feuds. On all sides he
had to deal with drawn-out disputes so as to protect his
frontiers. This involved him in a number of battles,
especially in the south in Italy; he also helped Pope
Benedict VIII quell disturbances in Rome. Always his
ultimate purpose was to establish a stable peace in Europe.
According to eleventh-century custom, Henry took
advantage of his position and appointed as bishops men
loyal to him. In his case, however, he avoided the pitfalls of
this practice and actually fostered the reform of
ecclesiastical and monastic life. He was canonized in 1146.
Reflection
All in all, this saint was a man of his times. From our
standpoint, he may have been too quick to do battle and
too ready to use power to accomplish reforms. But
granted such limitations, he shows that holiness is possible
in a busy secular life. It is in doing our job that we become
saints. Franciscan Media
St. Rita pray for us!
Mass Intentions Saturday, July 6, 2019
5 pm / Jake Scherzinger
Sunday, July 7, 2019
7 am / James Brink
9 am / John Grimm
Mark A. Lopez
11 am / Gabriela Korchmaros
1 pm/ The Living & Deceased of St. Rita’s Community
Monday, July 8, 2019
8 am / SI: Linda & Eddie Salgado
Tuesday, July 9, 2019
8 am / Fred Taeger
Joe & Louisa Moreno
Wednesday, July 10, 2019
8 am / Teachers, Staff, and Administration of Vail Schools
Thursday, July 11, 2019
8 am / Joe & Louisa Moreno
Friday, July 12, 2019
8 am / Youth of St. Rita’s Community
Saturday, July 13, 2019
5 pm / Jake Scherzinger
Sunday, July 14, 2019
7 am /
9 am / Marie Bialozynski
11 am / David Burns
1 pm/
Saturday 5:00 pm Mass
Greeters: Carol Cwiak, Frank Hall Server: Mark Fimbres, Bella Staniszewski Lector: Joie Murray Ministers of Holy Communion: Deanna Fimbres, Frank & Mary Giegerich
Sunday 7:00 am Mass
Greeters: Shannon Tiedemann, Regina Tiedemann Server: Hannah Adams, Braedynn Adams Lector: Oscar Campas Ministers of Holy Communion: Cynthia Campas, Willard & Debbie Adams
Sunday 9:00 am Mass
Greeters: Claudia Andersen, Ron Hill, Mary Ann Cleveland
Servers: Jett Scruggs, Raymond Scruggs, Nathanael Ownbey
Lector: Pam Gadziala Ministers of Holy Communion: Joe Grossi
Pam Hill, Tisha & Wesley Lee
Sunday 11:00 am Mass
Greeters: William & Bondee Perkins, Carol McCarthy
Servers: Thomas Kjolsrud, Danny Oakes Lector: Sharon Englert Eucharistic Ministers: Susie McHugh
Jeff & Donna Morgan, Greg Peters
July 13 & 14 Minister Schedule
St Rita’s Prayer Line
Ramona Braza
Mike Foley
Chris Lewis
Barry Blackwell
Allen & Jean
Frances Weber
Mark Golembiewski
Romulo Barreno
Vincent Radzik
Don Crater
Maezzie Roller
Calvin Baker
Donald Bristow
Jennifer Cook
Martha Garmon
Charlette Jacobs
Steve Langenfeld
Martin Pconka
Dana Rones
Alfred Remetch
Dcn Dan Gulotta
Joe Bucyk
Lynn Rice
Margaret Braun
Julieta Alvarez
Kathleen Buske
Francisco Rodriguez
AJ Wesolowski
Carry Reitz
Richard & Karin Radzik
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.
If you would like a quote on
our very reasonable
advertising rates, please
contact Priscilla in the
Parish Office at 762-9688.
Bulletin Brought to You By:
Around the Area
Magnificat Women’s Brunch Saturday, July 13 from 10:00am-12:30pm
St Francis De Sales Church (1375 S. Camino Seco) in the Parish
Center. Join other women from around the diocese for a
continental breakfast, fellowship, music, prayer and worship.
Come be inspired by Marie Watson as she shares with us her
journey back to God. Contact Gloria (parishioner) at 520-237-
7060 to purchase a ticket. Now only $15.00.
Wednesday Update Each week Bishop Weisenburger publishes his Wednesday
Update to share news in the Diocese of Tucson.
Visit:
www.diocesetucson.org/office-of-bishop/The-Wednesday-
Update/
See pictures from Father Justin Agbir ‘s ordination in Nigeria and
information about the Spring Assembly of the United States
Conference of Catholic Bishops and their response to the sexual
abuse crisis in the church.
Marriage Help A Retrouvaille Weekend can help couples rediscover hope and
purpose in their marriage. Register Now for a Retrouvaille
Weekend beginning Friday evening, August 16 - Sunday, August
18, 2019. Visit: www.retrouvaille.org or Call 520-686-1598.
Let the Spirit Flow! “No one can say, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ except by the Holy Spirit.” (1
Cor 12:3) Let the Holy Spirit enliven your praise and worship,
share the Spirit’s gifts with others in our Charismatic group, and
worship Jesus in Eucharistic Adoration. Come to Alive in Christ at
6:30pm on July 11, 2019 at Sacred Heart Parish (601 E. Fort
Lowell). Visit www.tucsonccr.org or call Gloria (520-237-7060)
for details. Hosted by the Diocese of Tucson Renewal Ministry
Love Cast Out All Fear! Women’s Retreat Join in a day of praise, adoration, anointed teachings, prayer,
Holy Spirit power & healing! Saturday, August 10, 2019 at St.
Joseph’s Church (215 S Craycroft Rd) from 8:30am - 4:30pm.
Bring your own sack lunch, bible & an open heart! Beverages &
snacks will be provided!! Cost is FREE. A love offering request
will be made at the retreat. We ask that you register or for
m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n v i s i t w w w . v i n e o f g r a c e . o r g o r
write: [email protected] or call: 520.631.1408 .Invite your
friends to join you for this very special day!
Notary Services available in the parish office
call Priscilla (520) 762-9688
Bulletin Brought to You By:
parishioner