Candlemas last night had a wonderful turnout for our candlelit Mass, the blessing of candles that parishioners brought to Mass, and the procession as one body in Christ outside and around the church. Did you capture any moments of the evening on your device? Send them in to parish@holyspirit-tempe-az.org
Video clip ABOVE by Parish Office Coordinator Cynthia Sycamore
Photos BELOW by Joseph Pillado - via Joe Malzone Director of Sacred Liturgy
Eucharistic Adoration
Monday 8:30am- 6:00pm
1st & 3rd Wednesday 8:30- 7:00pm
Other Wednesdays 8:30- 6:00pm
First Friday 8:30am- 9:00pm
Other Fridays 8:30am- 6:00pm
1st & 3rd Wednesday 8:30- 7:00pm
Other Wednesdays 8:30- 6:00pm
First Friday 8:30am- 9:00pm
Other Fridays 8:30am- 6:00pm
INFO HERE
Learn more about today's Saint of the Day at
On the first Saturday of each month, (tomorrow), the 8am mass is a candlelight mass. It ties into the theme of our 50th Anniversary celebration, happening throughout the year 2023: “Fire and Light”.
This special manner of celebrating mass we hope deepens your wonder and awe of the Most Holy Sacrifice of the Mass and Christ’s True Presence in the Eucharistic Host. May it rekindle the memory of our forebears offering the Mass with only candles around the altar to illuminate the room, focusing our attention on God alone, shimmering as the Light of the World.
VIEW THE UPCOMING WORLD DAY OF THE SICK HEALING MASS ON EWTN
or on Diocese of Phoenix social media channels - or in person - RSVP at link
PRE-PRAYERING FOR THE 5TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
HEAR THE SUNDAY READINGS AT THE USCCB
YOU ARE THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD AND THE SALT OF THE EARTH
Chester Kozlowski
Friday, February 10th at 10:30am
Our Holy Spirit family is welcome to the mass to honor and remember long time parishioner Chester Kozlowski
“May the angels lead Chester into paradise;
may the martyrs come to welcome him
and take him to the holy city,
the new and eternal Jerusalem.”
may the martyrs come to welcome him
and take him to the holy city,
the new and eternal Jerusalem.”
Congratulations to the newly baptized members of the Church of the Holy Spirit for the month of January, 2023.
- Caden James Carracedo
- Thomas James Turbe
May your baptism be the beginning of a life of faith and a heart of goodness and love. God bless you and be with you always!
CATHOLIC CUSTOMS &
THEIR BIBLICAL ROOTS
with Fr. John Clote
Thursday, February 9th
at 7:00PM
The second installment of the
2023 Fire and Light Speaker Series
Our Catholic faith is a liturgical faith. It makes use of all five of our senses: sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch. This is certainly by design as each sense aids us in availing ourselves of the salvific grace flowing from the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. This is precisely why every effort should be used to employ all of our senses whenever possible during the celebration of the sacred liturgy. In more concise terms, the “smells and bells” most certainly do matter. Catholic popular devotions are well-grounded in Scripture and were practiced by the leading lights of the Catholic intellectual tradition. In this Presentation Fr. John Clote will explain the history and biblical roots of catholic customs including The Sign of the Cross, Holy Water, Incense, Candles, Scapulars and Medals, the Rosary, and Relics.
SIGNUP THIS WEEKEND TO BAKE
FOR BAKE SALE AFTER MASSES FEBRUARY 11-12
EUCHARISTIC PROCESSIONAL CANOPY
A Eucharistic Processional Canopy is carried above the Blessed Sacrament in a procession outdoors. The purpose of the canopy is both theological and practical: it emphasizes the kingship of Christ as His Eucharistic Body is honored in a manner similar to kings of old who were carried in procession on thrones. Further, it calls attention to His presence in a crowd, easily making noticeable where the Blessed Sacrament is located within a Eucharistic Procession. The practical purpose of the canopy is to protect the Blessed Sacrament from falling debris outdoors.
OUR WISH
We wish to obtain this beautiful canopy, (shown below), embroidered with an image of the Holy Spirit for use in upcoming Eucharistic Processions we have planned, with our first use of the canopy hopefully coinciding with the Solemnity of Corpus Christi on June 11, the day in which the church celebrates and recalls the Catholic dogma of Jesus’ True Presence of His Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity in the Blessed Sacrament of the Most Holy Eucharist.
EUCHARISTIC PROCESSIONAL CANOPY
$1400
The canopy and its accompanying equipment such as supporting poles will cost $1,400. Please prayerfully consider a donation to fund this purchase to allow us to bring our Eucharistic Lord out into the neighborhood so we may better help our neighbors encounter the Light of the World.
Connect with Bill Price at the parish office
480-838-7474 x120
bprice@holyspirit-tempe-az.org
PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY CELEBRATES 15TH ANNIVERSARY 2/8/23
Be sure to visit the decorated courtyard tree next time you are on campus
The Holy Spirit Prayer Shawl Ministry will be celebrating its 15th anniversary on February 8, 2023. Since its inception, the Ministry has distributed over 7,500 prayer shawls and lap blankets to parishioners, as well as, to various organizations throughout the Valley such as: Ironwood Cancer Center, Rachel's Vineyard, Grief to Grace Retreat, Emmaus Ministry, Editha House, Christ the King Cancer Center, Red Bird Ministries, Friendship Village, and Diocese of Phoenix Ministries. In addition to these local organizations, the Ministry has also sent shawls to Flagstaff, AZ and Uvalde, TX.
The Prayer Shawl Ministry meets every Friday at 9:30 a.m. in the Social Hall; please join us. With over 40 members attending the meetings or working from home, the shawls and lap blankets are created to comfort those in need. If you know someone who could benefit from this comforting gift, the shawls and lap blankets are available in the Parish office. VIDEO CLIP BELOW
WEEK AHEAD AT A GLANCE
Bake Sale Baker Sign-Up THIS WEEKEND for Bake Sale NEXT Weekend
- Mass (7:00 AM)
- CLOW dismissal from 9am & 11am mass (9:00 AM)
- Mass (9:00 AM)
- Sunday Donuts after 9am & 11am Masses (10:00 AM)
- Family Spirit Monthly Insert Distribution Table (after 9am & 11am Masses)
- Mass (11:00 AM)
- Thanh Linh RE (12:00 PM)
- Confession Vietnamese (4:30 PM)
- Mass Vietnamese (5:30 PM)
- Chapel Open for Prayer (6:30 AM)
- Daily Mass (8:00 AM)
- Adoration (8:30 AM)
- Confession (8:45 AM)
- Women's Bible Discussion Group (11:00 AM)
- AA (12:00 PM)
- RE Classes 4:30pm & 6:00pm / Kinder thru Grade 3 (4:30 PM)
- Lay Dominican Prayer Group (6:00 PM)
- Young Apostles Jr. High (6:00 PM)
- Chapel Open for Prayer (6:30 AM)
- Daily Mass (8:00 AM)
- Confession (8:45 AM)
- Al-Anon (12:00 PM)
- Children's Choir Rehearsal (4:00 PM)
- RE Classes Kinder thru Grade 3 (5:00 PM)
- OCIA (7:00 PM)
- COSA Women Only Meeting (7:00 PM)
- Chapel Open for Prayer (6:30 AM)
- Daily Mass (8:00 AM)
- Adoration (8:30 AM)
- Confession (8:45 AM)
- AA (12:00 PM)
- Women's Prayer Group (6:00 PM)
- Chapel Open for Prayer (6:30 AM)
- Daily Mass (8:00 AM)
- Confession (8:45 AM)
- CGS (10:00 AM)
- Al-Anon (12:00 PM)
- AA (5:30 PM)
- Adult Choir Rehearsal (6:30 PM)
- Catholic Customs & their Biblical Roots w/Fr. John Clote (7:00 PM)
- Chapel Open for Prayer (6:30 AM)
- Daily Mass (8:00 AM)
- Adoration (8:30 AM)
- Confession (8:45 AM)
- Shawl Ministry (9:30 AM)
- Catholic Charities Counseling (10:00 AM)
- AA (12:00 PM)
Saturday, February 11, 2023 - Bake Sale Weekend
Capital Improvement Collection Weekend & CDA Pledge Weekend
- Chapel Open for Prayer (6:30 AM)
- Daily Mass (8:00 AM)
- Rosary Makers (10:00 AM)
- Confession (3:00 PM)
- Saturday Vigil Mass (4:30 PM)
- Bake Sale (5:30 PM)
IF YOU HAVE ONE OF THE LUCKY WINNING TICKET NUMBERS, CONTACT BILL PRICE AT 480-838-7474 X120 bprice@holyspirit-tempe-az.org
2023 CDA CAMPAIGN
CITY OF TEMPE PAVEMENT PRESERVATION PQI INDEX PROJECT TIMELINES
https://data.tempe.gov/pages/f222847cc6cb42f48a8814be1d52bbae#PlannedPQI
The Optimist Park area will be under construction through June 2023. Work includes sidewalks, curbs, valley gutters, milling, paving, and landscaping in the right of way adjacent to some properties. This requires keeping the streets clear.
While the window of actual work is broad, the city requests
NO PARKING ON LIBRA DRIVE surrounding the Church Property during:
Concrete Improvements through March 6th
Paving - March 7th thru May 22nd
Work hours 7am - 4pm
Concrete pouring 6am
Parked vehicles will be towed
Please pay attention when all signage and barricades are in place. Project dates are subject to change due to weather, equipment or other unforseen issues in the field.
AROUND TOWN
VATICAN EXHIBIT OF EUCHARISTIC MIRACLES - PHOENIX SCHEDULE
Displayed at select parishes in the Diocese of Phoenix through July 2023
https://dphx.org/revival/vatican-exhibit-of-eucharistic-miracles/
https://dphx.org/revival/vatican-exhibit-of-eucharistic-miracles/
THE BISHOP'S HOUR PODCAST is a program produced by and for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, presenting Church news and theological reflections, discussing contemporary issues facing today's Catholics in Arizona, and featuring a weekly message from Bishop John Dolan. CLICK HERE
HOLY SPIRIT NARTHEX INFO TABLE with CC&FH Counselor
After weekend masses February 18th and 19th
Reflecting on our own mortality is a topic that most of us wish to avoid. But as part of our Catholic faith, we understand that when we pass from this life, it is not the end, but rather the beginning of a life spent in Heaven with God.
Preplanning your burial so that your loved ones aren’t left with those important decisions is one of the greatest gifts you can give them. If you have questions about what options are available to you, or what the church teachings are, we invite you to visit our knowledgeable and caring counselors after Mass the weekend of February 18th and 19th.
The Secular Franciscan Order has collaborated with AmeriCare and Holy Cross Catholic Hospices for an apostolate to serve our brethren at Holy Spirit Catholic Church. We are hospice trained volunteers prayerfully ministering to our Catholic brothers and sisters as they enter the final and most spiritual part of the human journey. For information on hospice service or if you feel called to serve as a hospice volunteer, kindly leave a message at 480-839-2611. One of our Franciscans will return your call.
(480) 838-7474
Parish Office Hours
Monday-Thursday | 9:00am-5:00pm
Friday | 9:00am-3:00pm
Friday | 9:00am-3:00pm
Mass Schedule
Saturday Vigil | 4:30pm
Sunday | 7:00am, 9:00am, 11:00am, (5:30pm Vietnamese)
Monday-Saturday | 8:00am
Saturday Vigil | 4:30pm
Sunday | 7:00am, 9:00am, 11:00am, (5:30pm Vietnamese)
Monday-Saturday | 8:00am
ACT OF SPIRITUAL COMMUNION
Adoration / Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
Monday 8:30am - 6:00pm
1st & 3rd Wednesday 8:30 - 7:00pm
Other Wednesdays 8:30 - 6:00pm
First Friday 8:30am - 9:00pm
Other Fridays 8:30am - 6:00pm
1st & 3rd Wednesday 8:30 - 7:00pm
Other Wednesdays 8:30 - 6:00pm
First Friday 8:30am - 9:00pm
Other Fridays 8:30am - 6:00pm
Sacrament of Reconciliation
MTWTF | 8:45am
Saturday | 3:00pm
Sunday | 4:30pm (Vietnamese)
Other | By Appointment
Saturday | 3:00pm
Sunday | 4:30pm (Vietnamese)
Other | By Appointment
STAFF INFORMATION
Parish Clergy
Parochial Administrator: Rev. John Clote
Parochial Vicar & OCIA: Rev. Michael Ashibuogwu
Marriage and Annulment: Deacon Gary Johnson p19768@yahoo.com
Director of Parish Operations
Bill Price | ext. 120 | bprice@holyspirit-tempe-az.org
Administration and Project Assistant
Ched Mendoza | ext. 115 | cmendoza@holyspirit-tempe-az.org
Finance Administrator
Mollie Malovoz | ext. 107 | mmalovoz@holyspirit-tempe-az.org
Director of Religious Education
Grace Rivera 480-838-3479 x113 | grivera@holyspirit-tempe-az.org
Baptism Preparation
Sharon Wirtz | ext. 114 | swirtz@holyspirit-tempe-az.org
Director of Sacred Liturgy
Joe Malzone | ext. 130 | jmalzone@holyspirit-tempe-az.org
Director of Sacred Music
Bernadette Smith | ext. 125 | bsmith@holyspirit-tempe-az.org
Parish Social Media and Communications Coordinator
Carol Campbell | ext. 104 | ccampbell@holyspirit-tempe-az.org
Parish Office Coordinator & SET Coordinator
Cynthia Sycamore | ext. 101 | csycamore@holyspirit-tempe-az.org
Cynthia Sycamore | ext. 101 | csycamore@holyspirit-tempe-az.org
Maintenance Supervisor
Ernie Teran | ext. 109 | eteran@holyspirit-tempe-az.org
Maintenance Support Staff
Elizabeth Ramirez
Jamie Teran
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This special manner of celebrating mass we hope deepens your wonder and awe, of the Most Holy Sacrifice of the Mass and Christ’s True Presence in the Eucharistic Host. May it rekindle the memory of our forebears offering the Mass with only candles around the altar to illuminate the room, focusing our attention on God alone, shimmering as the Light of the World.
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