This Sunday, January 15th, 2023
Saints Peter and Paul
TIMES OF REFRESHING
Fr. Ricky V. Ordóñez
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HAVE YOU SEEN THE FACE OF CHRIST? HE’S EVERYWHERE!
Many have told me that they simply don’t see Jesus and I find that funny because I see Him all the time. I see Him in the face of the couple who lovingly put food and water in our FREE FOOD PANTRY. I see Him in the homeless person who gives me the widest smile after I give him hot water for the cup noodles that he was holding.
I see Him in the person who immediately responds to our call for financial help.
I see Him in the young man who purposely gave his parking spot to an elderly couple at Costco.
I see Him in the young couple who handed out slices of pizza to a homeless person.
I see Him in our children who give their parents hugs when they are dropped off for school.
I see Him in the grandchildren who spend time and help out their grandparents.
I see Him in people who take time to say “THANK YOU”.
You see, JESUS IS EVERYWHERE – the question is: ARE WE LOOKING IN THE RIGHT PLACES?
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A “WAKER UPPER”!
With the recent demise of an aunt and cousin (mother and son) under tragic circumstances brings to mind how we need to be in touch with each other constantly.
Many in our community live alone and have families living in different parts of the country or beyond. Coming from a culture where families traditionally live within close proximity and have strong family ties, I was surprised to find that many of our elderly live alone and have limited communication with family members.
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It really is up to us to reach out to those whose age has made them vulnerable even to the most basic of needs.
Let us make it a habit to check up on our grandparents, elderly neighbors, friends, etc. We never know when WE ARE NEEDED
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JOIN US FOR THE MARCH FOR LIFE!
Once again, the Tucson March for Life will be held on Saturday morning, January 21 with a mass at the Cathedral at 9 am followed by a march towards Holy Hope Cemetery where prayers will be offered for the victims of abortion. This year marks its 50th year.
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LET’S GIVE OUR CHILDREN A STRONG CATHOLIC EDUCATION!
Many parents have balked at giving their children a good Catholic education due to the costs it may entail.
Well, FEAR NOT, the Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) is now available to any child and can be used for Catholic schools.
PLEASE CONTACT OUR SCHOOL FOR MORE INFORMATION AND A TOUR.
As I have said many times in my homilies, our children are growing up so fast and before we know it, they have to make some very serious personal decisions – and we are no longer there to make it for them.
In order for them to make the right ones, they have to have a strong moral and ethical background.
Our school offers not only academic knowledge but also assists them to learn Catholic values which will guide them through their adult years.
COME ON, LET’S DO IT FOR OUR CHILDREN!
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KINDNESS MAKES YOU THE MOST BEAUTIFUL PERSON IN THE WORLD
NO MATTER WHAT YOU LOOK LIKE!
TUCSON MARCH FOR LIFE
Our annual March For Life will take place Saturday, January 21 and we invite all parishioners and school families to join the March.
We march to honor the millions of aborted babies and to pray to convert the hearts of abortion advocates.
Join us as we start with a Mass at 9:00 AM at St. Augustine Cathedral followed by the 4-mile walk to Holy Hope Cemetery.
The event concludes with a short ceremony.
- Bishop Weisenburger will celebrate the mass.
- Chairs and water are provided at the cemetery.
- Police escort is present as we walk.
- A van will follow the March, providing rest and any medical care needed.
- Rides back to the Cathedral are provided after the ceremony.
- If you need a ride to the Cathedral BEFORE MASS, SSPP parishioners will carpool from our parking lot at 8:15 AM.
Jan
21
Our annual March For Life
Join us as we start with a Mass at 9:00 AM at St. Augustine Cathedral followed by the 4-mile walk to Holy Hope Cemetery.
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might be going.
PARISH CALENDAR
Sunday 1/15/23-
MASS- 7:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 6:00 pm.
Monday 1/16/23
MASS-7:00 a.m.,12:00 p.m
Parish Office closed
Tuesday 1/17/23
MASS-7:00 a.m.,12:00 p.m.
Wednesday 1/18/23
MASS-7:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m.
Thursday 1/19/23
MASS-7:00 a.m. ,12:00 p.m.
Friday 1/20/23
MASS- 7:00 a.m., 12:00 PM
Saturday 1/21/23
Mass Times
7:00 am Weekday
5:30 Anticipated Mass for Sunday
No CONFESSIONS today
Finance Corner
Budget YTD: $ 243,142
Income YTD: $ 249,115
YTD Surplus: $ 5,973
Sunday Collection 01/08/23: $ 7,198
Online Donations 01/08/23: $ 2,641
Total CollecƟon 01/08/23: $ 9,839
Adopt-A-Student: $ 1,747
If you would like to learn more about online giving visit the parish website by clicking on the “Donate Here” box.
You may also call James Lemas at the parish office if you need assistance.
Law Enforcement:
9-1-1
or the local Law Enforcement Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS): (888) 767- 2445
Arizona Adult Protection Service: (877) 767-2385
Diocese of Tucson OCAAP: (520) 838-2513 or (520) 838- 2500