This Sunday, May 14th, 2023
Saints Peter and Paul
See the following sections as you scroll down in our Parish Newsletter this week:
- Times of Refreshing is Back
- New- The Faith Formation Corner- Exciting things are happening at the Parish.
- Walking with Moms in Need – Survey results
- Parish Calendar of events this week.
- Important Links for you
TIMES OF REFRESHING
Fr. Ricky V. Ordóñez
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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE SSPP CLASS OF 2023!
On Wednesday, May 24, 2023, we bid our 8th-grade class a fond farewell as they graduate, on to High School. As they leave our beloved school, we send forth with them our prayers for their good health, safety, and success in their future endeavors.
They have grown up and learned well in our school largely to the sacrifices and devotion of their teachers.
Let us all say a special prayer for them.
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WE MAY NOT SEE JESUS, BUT HE NEVER LEFT US!
Yes, Jesus is constantly in our midst and is in us through life’s ups and downs.
He will always be IN us – no matter where we are, no matter what we have done and will always LOVE US.
Our Gospel today is so very reassuring. It is a loving discourse of a father who simply wants to remind His children that we will always be cared for.
So, what should our response be? We will simply LOVE AND TRUST HIM….always….no matter what life “throws” at us. If you feel you are in the crossroads of life, reread the Gospel again and feel the power of Jesus’ love for you!
Father's note Continues on top of the next column.
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SUMMER IS UPON US!
This time, last year, I was flat out preparing for the renovations of our school. Initially, we had planned to renovate 1 restroom and 3 classrooms. Through some creative means, we were able to renovate 4 classrooms and 1 restroom.
Likewise, through the EANS grant and some generous donations, we upgraded our technology requirement with new computers, Interactive Display Boards (what you and I know as “blackboards”), scanners/printers for every classroom, etc.
Further on in the year, EANS II provided us with new classroom furniture and over 30 closed circuit TV for our school’s safety and protection.
Alas, this year, money has become very tight and we are not able to continue the classroom renovations.
However, we still managed to find funds to change the classroom ceiling fans through donations from our parishioners. A couple from out of town who was just passing through for mass heard my request for help and ended up donating 13 units!
Isn’t that wonderful?
While money is scarce, we will still put in effort to fix what we can afford – perhaps starting with pulling weeds, sprucing up the garden, and deep cleaning.
Watch out for our request for volunteers!
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Only Jesus can turn:
A mess to a message,
A test into a testimony
A trial into a triumph
A victim into a victory!
He is worthy to be
Praised!
The Faith Formation Corner:
This Corner brings you information about the Evangelization efforts happening at the Parish.
Our fantastic Volunteer teams and the director will highlight a particular ministry within the Faith Formation program each week.
Our infant and young child Baptism program is going strong. Families are invited to have their children Baptized on Sundays after the 1:00 Mass. Our program is flexible and can accommodate weekday and Saturday times as well.
We provide a short class that can be taken online to help the parents prepare for this Sacrament.
By receiving the first Sacrament of Initiation, we are invited into Communion with God in Jesus Christ, through the Holy Spirit, to live a countercultural witness to our Faith.
Through Baptism, we are freed from the effects of Original Sin and reborn as adopted children of God through water and the spirit; we become members of the Church!!
If you have a family member that needs to be Baptized or know a family friend, please call Deacon Dan to arrange a time for the Baptism.
Deacon Daniel Flanagan
Director of Faith Formation
Saints Peter and Paul
dflanagan@diocesetucson.org
520-327-6015 X 108
"Walking with Moms in Need"
Survey results from all of You!
The Respect Life Ministry has reviewed the results of our "Walking With Moms in Need" parish survey, and together with our pastor, will be implementing a plan to provide quarterly donations to two groups supporting moms' needs.
See the "Sign Up" below for Information regarding the first collection.
First Collection on Mother's Day. Saturday, May 13, and Sunday The 14th.
We ask that you bring one package of diapers size 4T, 5T, or 6T to any of the masses on May 13 and 14 and leave them by the St. Joseph altar at the SE side of the church.
We will be donating them to Reachout Women's Center. Thank you for your generosity in "Walking with Moms in Need"!
Update about candle sales.
Candle Sales will now occur after the Sunday morning Masses. Please look to the location near the cry room next to the first Confessional (currently not being used as a confessional). We will have an attendant there to help you. Candles are now $4/candle due to rising costs.
You can also purchase candles at the Parish Office during the week, Monday thru Thursday, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm., and Friday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. We will NOT be selling candles from the sanctuary area.
6th Sunday of Easter- May 14th:
Masses at 7, 9, and 11:00 a.m.; 1 and 6:00 p.m.
7:00 a.m. - No choir
9:00 a.m Sacred music
11:00 a.m. -Sacred music will be provided by the Worship Choir
1:00 p.m. - No choir
6:00 p.m. - Sacred Music provided by the Life Teen Band
PARISH CALENDAR
Sunday 5/14/23
MASS- 7:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 6:00 pm.
Monday 05/15/23
Mass-7:00 a.m.,Mass 12:00 p.m
Adoration / Benediction - 7:30-8:30 am
Tuesday 05/16/23
Mass-7:00 a.m.Mass-12:00 p.m.
Wednesday 05/17/23
MASS-7:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m.
Thursday 05/18/23
MASS-7:00 a.m. ,12:00 p.m.
Friday 05/19/23-
MASS- 7:00 a.m., 12:00 PM
Adoration /Benediction - 6:00 pm- 7:00 pm
Saturday 5/20/23
Mass Times-7:00 am Weekday
5:30 Anticipated Mass for Sunday
Confession Times10:30 am and 3:30 pm
Finance Corner
Fiscal Year July 1, 2022- Present
Budget YTD: $ 402,102
Income YTD: $ 406,728
YTD Surplus: $ 4,626
Sunday Collection 05/07/23: $ 8,548
Online Donations 05/07/23: $ 3,139
Total Collection 05/07/23: $ 11,687
If you want 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
