Saint Maria Goretti Catholic Church

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1 FEAST OF THE HOLY FAMILY D E C E M B E R PARISH OFFICE... (480) Office Hours... Mon.-Thurs. 8:30 am-4:00 pm Friday 8:30 am - Noon Toll Free Fax... (480) smgoretti@smgaz.org Website... MASS SCHEDULE Weekend... Saturday (vigil) 5:00 pm; Sunday 7:30, 9:00 & 11:00 am Weekday... Monday-Saturday 8:00 am Holy Day... please call the Parish Office SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturday 3:00-4:30 pm or by appointment. SACRAMENT OF HEALING Anointing of the Sick: Administered on the 3rd Tuesday of each month after the 8:00 am Mass. Also available upon request if you are shut-in or entering the hospital. IN AN EMERGENCY For emergency anointing after office hours, please call (480) ANNOUNCEMENTS Saint Maria Goretti Catholic Church 6261 North Granite Reef Road Scottsdale, Arizona Just north of McDonald Drive on Granite Reef Road REV. THOMAS J. HALLSTEN, KHS - PAROCHIAL ADMINISTRATOR DEACON CARMENE CARBONE DEACON GARY SCOTT DEACON JIM TRANT For the week of December 31, 2017 The parish offices are closed January 1 & 2. Today s second collection is the St. Vincent de Paul 5th Sunday collection. Please be sure to read the bulletin for complete details on all parish activities this week. Follow & Like us on Facebook.com/smgaz Visit our website Android/Apple phone users, download our parish App at myparishapp.com "We are the Roman Catholic Parish of St. Maria Goretti, inspired by our patroness who was led by the Holy Spirit to reflect the love of the Father through our Lord, Jesus Christ. We seek to learn the faith, to love the faith, and to live the faith. This is our witness. By the grace of God and nourished by the Word and Eucharist, we humbly serve God and our fellow man." *Mission Statement

2 2 F E A S T O F T H E H O L Y F A M I L Y D E C E M B E R 3 1, SMG SCHEDULED EVENTS Monday, January 1 Happy New Year Parish Offices Closed 9:00am - Holy Day Mass Tuesday, January 2 Parish Offices Closed Wednesday, January 3 7:15pm - A.A. Mtg. - Piper II Thursday, January 4 9:00-10:30am Women s Bible Fellowship - John XXIII Friday, January 5 6:30pm - First Friday Focus on Faith - Mass & Conference Saturday, January 6 9:00am - Baptism Class - Atrium 9:30am - 2:00pm - Crafter Group - Piper II Sunday, January 7 St. Vincent de Paul food drive at all Masses 12:00pm - 1:30pm - Bridges Youth Ministry - Piper II 12:00pm - 1:30pm - Crossroads Youth Ministry - John XXIII PARISH STAFF PARISH OFFICE... (480) Parish Manager, Lynda Melton.....ext. 33 Accounting, Nancy Milus... ext. 14 Facility Supervisor, Tim Bies... ext. 51 Facility Assistant, Jean Steeley... ext. 51 Director of Music & Liturgy, Skye Hart... ext. 17 Admin Assistant, Ministry Placement/Sacramental Record Request, Judy Colburn... ext. 13 Office Hours... Monday-Thursday 9:00am-6:00 pm Faith Formation Assistant & Marriage Preparation Santa Giuliano... ext. 15 Coordinator of Elementary Faith Formation & RCIA; Annulment Minister Cindy Troiano... ext. 21 Youth Ministry, Lorie Dean....ext. 25 Baptismal Preparation, Deacon Gary Scott... ext. 26 PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN... (480) Office Hours... Monday-Friday 8:30 am-2:30 pm Director, Kate Strohmeyer ext. 23 FIRST FRIDAY FOCUS ON FAITH SAINT MARIA GORETTI PARISH 6261 North Granite Reef Road Scottsdale, Arizona TJHallsten@smagaz.org Our First Friday Focus on Faith conferences continue on January 5 th after the 8:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. masses with a briefing on Church History Part One The First Thousand Years presented by Phil Ondrei. Phil has been a parishioner since 1988 and has a Master s Degree in Theology from the University of San Francisco. He is on the RCIA core team and is working on his Catechist Certificate from the Kino Institute of the Diocese of Phoenix. FEAST OF THE HOLY FAMILY The Feast of the Holy Family is not just about the Holy Family, but about our own families too. The main purpose of the Feast is to present the Holy Family as the model for all Christian families, and for domestic life in general. Our family life becomes sanctified when we live the life of the Church within our homes. This is called the "domestic church" or the "church in miniature." St. John Chrysostom urged all Christians to make each home a "family church," and in doing so, we sanctify the family unit. Just how does one live out the Church in the family? The best way is by making Christ the center of family and individual life. Ways to do this include: reading scripture regularly, praying daily, attending Mass at least on Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation, imitating the actions of the Holy Family, going to confession frequently, and so forth, all done together as a family unit. The Holy Family feast is a good time to remember the family unit and pray for our human and spiritual families. We also may take this feast to reflect on the value and sanctity of the family unit, and to evaluate our own family life. What ways may it be improved? What would Jesus, Mary, and Joseph do? Finally, we can use this feast to ask ourselves what are we doing to promote the family within our own cultures, neighborhoods, and communities. Father, help us to live as the Holy Family, united in respect and love. Bring us to the joy and peace of your eternal home. Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

3 S T E WA R D S H I P N E W S 3 "What can I do to be a good steward and disciple of Jesus?" SMG 50TH ANNIVERSARY What should we include in the time capsule for future generations? Your ideas are welcome. Stop by the parish office and complete a suggestion form, or call the office at BLANKET DONATION Donate fleece blankets to help keep the homeless warm this winter. Blankets should be the size that will fit into a back pack. Collection bins are located at the church doors. You may also drop off your blanket donations at Piper Hall on Sunday or in the parish office during the week. STEWARDSHIP REFLECTIONS The primary purpose of The Feast of the Holy Family is to present the Holy Family as a model for Christian families. In Italy there is a saying, La famiglia é tutto, which means, the family is everything. Our Holy Father Pope Francis has made families one of the focal points of his papacy. He organized a conference on families in Speaking to the gathered families, he said, You cannot have a family without dreams. I am very fond of dreams in families. For nine months, every mother and father dream about their baby. They dream about what kind of child he or she will be You can t have a family without dreams. Once a family loses the ability to dream, children do not grow, love does not grow, life shrivels up and dies. So I ask you each evening, when you make your examination of conscience, to also ask yourselves this question: Today did I dream about my children s future? Today did I dream about the love of my husband, my wife? Did I dream about my parents and grandparents who have gone before me? All of today s readings have to do with families and family life. The reading from Sirach, our First Reading, emphasized the Fourth Commandment, Honor thy father and mother. We are commanded to respect and love our parents. However, it is a two way street. The Gospel Reading speaks of the development of Jesus, and that should inspire parents to understand that our prayers are the same as the prayers of Joseph and Mary that our children will become strong in spirit and filled with wisdom. STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE Plate Collection Totals for December 17, Envelopes Used... $6, Loose.2, Online Giving (48)...1, Total Plate Offerings.$10, Year to Date Sunday Plate Income (July - Nov) BUDGET... $279, ACTUAL (plate)... $305, For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.. Matthew 6:21

4 4 MUSIC FOR THE ORDER OF MASS HOLY FAMILY Music for the Order of Mass Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, & Joseph (Year B) December 30 & 31, 2017 **All of today s scripture readings, hymns and service music can be found in your red WORSHIP hymnal Procession Hymn, No. 444 Sing of Mary, Pure and Lowly Introductory Rites and Blessing of Advent Wreath Kyrie, Gloria, Melodic Gloria Liturgy of the Word: Worship Hymnal 1017 Responsorial: Psalm 80 O blessed are those who fear the Lord and walk in his ways Offertory Hymn, No. 435 O Little Town of Bethlehem Liturgy of the Eucharist Sanctus, 353 Memorial Acclamation A, 354 Amen, 355 Agnus Dei, 384 Communion Antiphon Behold, a Virgin shall conceive and bear a son: and his name shall be called Emmanuel Hymn at Communion Procession, No. 454 What Child is This? Hymn of Thanksgiving, No. 427 Good Christian Friends, Rejoice Organ Postlude MUSIC NOTES: WHAT CHILD IS THIS? "What Child Is This?" is a Christmas carol whose lyrics were written by William Chatterton Dix, in At the time of composing the carol, Dix worked as an insurance company manager and had been struck by a severe illness. While recovering, he underwent a spiritual renewal that led him to write several hymns, including lyrics to this carol that was subsequently set to the tune of "Greensleeves", a traditional English folk song. Although it was written in Great Britain, the carol is more popular in the United States than in its country of origin today. Dix also composed a number of other well-known hymns, including, Alleluia, Sing to Jesus and As With Gladness, Men of Old. WEEKLY MASS INTENTIONS PLEASE PRAY FOR L I T U RG Y A N D MUSIC Sat. Dec. 30 5:00 pm Mary Abney Sun. Dec. 31 7:30 am Ciro Lo Cascio 9:00 am SMG Parish Family 11:00 am Joseph Pytel Mon. Jan. 1 9:00 am Michele Guglielmo Tues. Jan. 2 8:00 am Carol Manful Wed. Jan. 3 8:00 am Paul Koziol Thurs. Jan. 4 8:00 am Rosemary Murphy Fri. Jan. 5 8:00 am Dorothy/Joseph Otondo Sat. Jan. 6 8:00 am Charles Brumm 5:00 pm SMG Parish Family Sun. Jan. 7 7:30 am Dorothy/Joseph Otondo 9:00 am Edna Howell 11:00 am Bob Melton, Sr. *The 2018 Mass Intention book is available. Visit the parish office for information. Mass Intentions are not limited to the deceased; however, families are limited to five per year to ensure that all parishioners have an opportunity to request Mass intentions. Deceased: READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF DEC. 31, 2017 May the souls of the Faithful Departed, through the mercy of God rest in Peace. Sunday: Gn 15:1-6; 21:1-3 or Sir 3:2-6, 12-14/Ps 105:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 8-9, [7a, 8a] or Ps 128:1-2, 3, 4-5 [cf. 1]/Heb 11:8, 11-12, or Col 3:12-21 or 3:12-17/Lk 2:22-40 or 2:22, Monday: Nm 6:22-27/Ps 67:2-3, 5, 6, 8 [2a]/Gal 4:4-7/Lk 2:16-21 Tuesday: 1 Jn 2:22-28/Ps 98:1, 2-3ab, 3cd-4 [3cd]/Jn 1:19-28 Wednesday: 1 Jn 2:29--3:6/Ps 98:1, 3cd-4, 5-6 [3cd]/Jn 1:29-34 Thursday: 1 Jn 3:7-10/Ps 98:1, 7-8, 9 [3cd]/Jn 1:35-42 Friday: 1 Jn 3:11-21/Ps 100:1b-2, 3, 4, 5 [2a]/Jn 1:43-51 Saturday: 1 Jn 5:5-13/Ps 147:12-13, 14-15, [12a]/Mk 1:7-11 or Lk 3:23-38 or 3:23, 31-34, 36, 38 Next Sunday: Is 60:1-6/Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 10-11, [cf. 11]/Eph 3:2-3a, 5-6/Mt 2:1-12

5 FA ITH FORM ATION CATECHESIS OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD 5 BAPTISM If you have a child in need of the sacrament of baptism please contact Deacon Gary Scott at Ext.26 at least 3 months before the baptism for more information. Our next Baptism Class is January 6th at 9:00am in the Lamb Atrium, please call to register The Solemnity of Mary Hail Mary, full of grace Catechesis of the Good Shepherd would like to wish all St. Maria Gore! parish families, a blessed and Happy New Year! Atrium sessions will resume Sunday, January 7th Parents are invited to their children s atrium sessions January 9th and 10th as we celebrate the Feast of Epiphany in John XXIII at 4:30pm SMG YOUNG ADULTS Did you know that we have a very active Young Adult Ministry here at St. Maria Goretti? For more information and to receive s about all the events and happenings please Jackie Fischer at jackiefischer29@gmail.com or call at *Catholics building up each other in the faith and having fun at the same time* WOMENS BIBLE FELLOWSHIP Women s Bible Fellowship will resume this Thursday, January 4. We meet in John XXIII Hall, 9-10:30am on the first and third Thursdays of the month. Have a very Happy New Year! Call Mary (480) for more info. Bridges and Crossroads Youth Ministry RCIA Are you interested in becoming Catholic? Are you Catholic and missing the sacraments of Reconciliation, Confirmation and First Eucharist? Are you already Catholic and just want to know more about your faith, please feel free to join us anytime for any of our informative sessions. RCIA sessions are each Monday from 6:30 8:00pm in St. John XXIII Hall Please join us, all are welcome! Grades 6 8 Grades 9-12 SMG Youth Group Kick off the year with the Infant King!! January 7, 12:00-2:30 John XXIII Lunch and Laser Tag!!! Mark you calendar for these upcoming presentations: Jan. 8th Baptism, Deacon Gary Jan. 15th Eucharist, Father Thomas Jan. 22nd Confirmation, Deacon Gary Jan. 29th, Sacraments of Healing Father Thomas Please pray for the following catechumens and candidates as they prepare to enter into the church or complete their full initiation at the Easter Vigil: JANUARY 14: SUPERSTITION WILDERNESS BLUFF TRAIL HIKE Brian Cooper, Christopher Cooper, Erika Cooper, Renata Galvan, Jennifer Jimenez, Justin Keyport, Tessa Langbecker, McKenzie McDermott, Sally Prince, Alysandra Regan, Gavin Regan, Giselle Regan, Tim Regan, Cody Vesper ldean@smgaz.org or call , ext. 25

6 6 S T. M A R I A G O R E T T I P A R I S H L I F E MINISTRIES & ORGANIZATIONS Secular Franciscans, Robert Bundy, ofs (480) Alcoholics Anonymous... Wednesdays 7:15 pm Ida... (480) Marriage Encounter, Dan & Jennifer Van Cuyk (480) Retrouvaille (for troubled marriages)... (602) Sanctity of Life... (480) Prayer Request Line... (480) Prison Ministry, Judy Colburn...(480) ext. 13 Pastoral Council... (480) Charismatic Prayer Group... Tuesdays 6:30 pm Kathy Smith... (480) Cursillo, Phil Ondrei... (480) Christ Child Society, Helen Jaros... (480) SMG PARISH LIFE COMMITTEE MEMBERS Knights of Columbus, Brian Sullivan (602) Prayer Ministry, Bob & Carol Bundy (480) SMG Men s Club.... (480) SMG Women s Group, Kathy Nord. (602) SMG Bingo!!!.....(480) Catholic Men s Fellowship, Sean Fitzgerald (480) SECULAR FRANCISCANS INFORMATION The Secular Franciscans will meet Sat., January 13 at 8:30 am in John XXIII. Anyone interested in knowing & living the Gospel in daily life and the spirituality of St. Francis of Assisi is invited to join us. For info call Bob Bundy, OFS, at ARE YOU REGISTERED? Attending Mass at SMG does not mean that you are registered. Please take the time to stop by the parish office, or download a registration form from our parish website ( Being registered, active parishioners is necessary to serve as a Godparent or Confirmation Sponsor; for those seeking in-parish tuition rate for our preschool & kindergarten or in-parish wedding and funeral fees; and for those seeking the Pastor s approval for being granted reduced tuition status at one of our Diocesan schools. Please call the parish office if you have any questions, or need help with registering. CATHOLIC MEN S FELLOWSHIP Catholic Men's Fellowship is here to serve the men of the Diocese of Phoenix. We envision Catholic men linked as brothers, sharing the love of Jesus Christ. We believe that all Catholic men need to take their rightful place in their families, Church, and communities as men of God. We believe for this to happen, each Catholic man must: Deepen his faith and relationship with Jesus Christ Experience God's unconditional love through the Mass and daily prayer Be guided by the Holy Spirit to live his life as a man of God Share his faith with others We believe that this life of faith can be strengthened, enriched, and supported by fellow men in the SMG community. Join us on the first and third Wednesdays at 7:00 pm. Our next meeting is January 17. Contact Sean Fitzgerald at (call or text) for information. PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Online Registration for School Year Begins Jan. 8th Details available at SMGAZPRESCHOOL.ORG No Cost Music Together Class with Miss Chris For babies to 2 years Resumes Jan. 10 8:30-9:00AM Piper II Support our school through the state tax credit! Easy and no cost to you! Credits received before Dec. 31 are eligible for a 2017 federal tax charitable deduction as well. 1. Mail a check or pay online at CEAZ.org 2. Keep your receipt for filing 3. The SAME amount is refunded to you via a credit on your state taxes

7 S T. M A R I A G O R E T T I P A R I S H L I F E 7 SMG BINGO!!! - SEE YOU DECEMBER 19TH We meet the First and Third Tuesday of each month from 12:00 noon - 3:00 pm in Piper Hall September through May. Any one 18 and older is welcome to join us. Bingo cards are $1 each with a minimum of 3 cards. Cash Prizes * Door Prizes * Refreshments Yes!!! We re Playing Bingo in Piper Hall from Noon to 3:00pm...See you December 19th! LET S PLAY BINGO!!! KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS-MEETS 2ND TUES. IN PIPER II We meet the second Tuesday of the month, Rosary at 7:00pm, meeting begins at 7:30pm in Piper II. **All men over the age of 18 are encouraged to join the Knights of Columbus. For information contact Brian Sullivan, Grand Knight, at MENS CLUB The Men s Club has a legacy of service to St. Maria Goretti and is always eager to welcome new members! We meet the 2nd Sunday of the month at 10:00 a.m. in Piper Hall. Come learn more about this wonderful group & all the ways we serve our community. he time commitment is minimal - the rewards are countless! SMG WOMEN S GUILD INF0 EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Could you not watch one hour with me? -Mt. 26:40 Beginning January 3, 2018 The Holy Souls Oratory is open for Adoration Monday - Saturday 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Sunday 7:00 am - 1:00 pm ST. MARIA GORETTI DUET - ARE YOU HOMEBOUND?? Homebound parishioners, do you or a parishioner you know need a helping hand with services such as: grocery shopping, friendly visiting, business help, computer assistance, respite assistance, or transportation? If so, please call Judy Colburn at the parish office ( ext. 13) to help you get in touch with DUET. If you would like to help bring new Life to Elders visit to volunteer - also call SMG CRAFTERS Our St. Maria Goretti Crafter s Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month at 9:30 am in Piper II If you are in need of more information about this ministry call Judy Colburn at ext. 13 *Please note that we would appreciate any baby material you can donate for our baby quilts. Thank you for helping us help others. FAITH FITNESS STRETCH EXERCISE We meet Tuesday mornings at 8:45 a.m. in Piper II (off of Piper Hall) for healthy stretching & fellowship. To register, contact Mary Elizabeth at , or maryelizabeth23@gmail.com. CONNECT WITH YOUR PARISH Next up - Women s Guild Rummage Sale February 16 & 17 Remember us as you clean out your closets and garage - we ll gladly accept your donations of clothes, household items, jewelry, furniture or... Items can be left under the trailer in the east parking lot. PLEASE - NO LARGE ITEMS (I.E. FURNITURE) UNTIL THE WEEK OF THE SALE DUE TO LACK OF STORAGE. Contact Shelly at with questions We appreciate all that you do to help our SMG Women s Guild serve our parish family.

8 8 SMG OUTREACH COMMITTEE MEMBERS Ecumenical Outreach & Interreligious, Tom Brady... (480) Guadalupe Outreach, D.J. Lois & Lovett Lois... Lovett (480) Sanctity of Life, Julie Watson... (480) Pastoral Care... (480) Santa s Workshop, Ida Trentacoste (after 5:30 pm)... (480) St. Vincent de Paul Society, Ann Collins... (480) x50 ECUMENICAL AND AND INTER INTER FAITH FAITH UPDATE UPDATE The Church promotes unity among all the followers of Christ which flows from our common baptism and seeks the fullness of unity which is a condition of evangelization. The restoration of unity among all Christians is one of the principal concerns of the Second Vatican Council. Division damages the holy cause of preaching the Gospel to every creature. Thus we are asked to pray faithfully that unity will be achieved by those separated. The Church of Phoenix is called to participate in the quest for unity by promoting ecumenical and inter-religious relations as mandated by Vatican II. The Church has urged the fai thful to seek unity with her separated Christian brothers and sisters and respect the truth found in all religions. It is essential that each parish as part of its mission seek ways to further unity with all Christians and non-christians. As part of this call we at St. Maria Goretti Parish join the Diocese of Phoenix in this quest. Those interested in furthering this ministry please contact Tom Brady SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL INFORMATION FEED. CLOTHE. HOUSE. HEAL..is what the SVDP Society does through Spirituality, Fellowship, Serving those in need, and Giving others the opportunity to serve. We invite you to attend our meetings to learn am, Piper II, every other Sunday. Contact Ann Collins, If you or someone you know in our parish family is experiencing a crisis and in need of help with food, clothing, rent, utilities or medical/dental attention, we have many resources to fulfill many needs. Call SMG SVDP at 480/ DO THE GOOD THAT PRESENTS ITSELF TO BE DONE....Do it prudently and over an extended period of time. Charity is the paradise of communities and the souls of the virtue. We are overwhelmed and truly grateful for your continued generosity to our Food drives and special donations. Backpacks are ALWAYS needed for the homeless. Please drop off used/new backpacks at SMG office anytime. Donations for clothing/furniture/appliances call SVDP Thrift Stores Pickup at DATES TO REMEMBER: Next Meeting December 31 Next Food Drive January 6 & 7 WE ARE MOST IN NEED OF: jelly, cereal, macaroni & cheese Next 5 th Sunday Collection December 31, 2017 S M G O U T R E A C H M I N I S T R I E S WE ARE HERE FOR YOU ALL LIFE IS A BLESSING! Maggie's Place provides houses of hospitality and ongoing support to help pregnant and parenting women in need reach their goals, and welcomes them into a community filled with love and dignity. Are you interested in learning more about how to support our mission? We are currently seeking female applicants 21+ years who are interested in serving for one year as live-in volunteers with our mothers and their babies. For more information please contact Amanda Ayala at missioncorps@maggiesplace.org or visit maggiesplace.org. WILL YOU BE THE VOICE? On January 20, 2018, join Bishop Olmsted and other prolifers of all nationalities and faith backgrounds from around the state in downtown Phoenix for the Arizona for Life March and Rally, an event celebrating and advocating for the beauty and dignity of every human life. Gather at 11 AM. March begins at 11:30 AM at Cesar Chavez Memorial Plaza (2nd Ave. & Washington). Rally at Wesley Bolin Memorial Park from 12:30-2 PM. This will be a family-friendly event with live music, entertainment, food available at the march launch site, and inspiring speakers, including international pro-life advocates Pam Tebow and Stephanie Gray. Visit azliferally.org. WORLD DAY OF THE SICK HEALING MASS The Order of Malta invites you to the bilingual 2018 World Day of the Sick Healing Mass on Saturday, February 10, at 1 p.m. at Ss. Simon and Jude Cathedral, 6351 N. 27th Ave., Phoenix. Mass will include: Anointing of the Sick Blessing of Caregiver Hands Blessing with Lourdes Water Attendees will receive Lourdes water with holy medals that have been blessed by our principal celebrant, the Most Rev. Thomas J. Olmsted, Bishop of Phoenix. Complimentary valet is available for people with disabilities. After Mass there will be a health fair and refreshments served in the social hall. If you are unable to join us in person, the Mass will be broadcast live on AZTV Channel 7 and live-streamed on youtube.com/phoenixdiocese or facebook.com/ dioceseofphoenix. 5TH SUNDAY The St. Vincent de Paul 5th Sunday Collection is today. Your generosity in this collection provides assistance to those most in need within our parish boundaries. We are grateful to SMG parishioners for being the face of Christ to others.

9 O T H E R N E W S 9 PLEASE PRAY FOR VOCATIONS - DECEMBER 31, 2017 Families need blessings of patience, forgiveness, gratefulness and love. What will you do to show your love for your family? Ask for the grace to be holy. (Colossians 3: 12-21). If you think God is calling you to be a priest, deacon, brother or sister, visit or consecrated-life/, or phone HAPPENING AROUND THE VALLEY Every Sunday TV Mass: The Holy Mass is broadcast live at 9 a.m. Sunday mornings from Ss. Simon and Jude Cathedral on KAZT-TV (AZ-TV7, Cable 13), followed by local Catholic talk show Catholics Matter, hosted by Fr. Rob Clements. Every Monday The Bishop s Hour: The Diocese of Phoenix s locally produced radio program about issues from a Catholic viewpoint. Hosted by Michael Dixon, The Bishop s Hour is broadcast at 11 a.m. every Monday on Immaculate Heart Radio 1310 AM, with an encore presentation on Thursdays at 9 p.m Every Tuesday The Catholic Conversation: Steve and Becky Greene, the Cradle and the Convert, help Catholics faithfully live their vocation by providing Church teaching, navigating moral challenges and exploring current issues facing the faith in our culture. The Catholic Conversation is broadcast at 11 a.m. every Tuesday on Immaculate Heart Radio 1310 AM, with an encore presentation at 7 p.m. More Info: phoenixcatholicmedia.org VOLUNTEERS NEEDED SO WE CAN HELP OTHERS... Mission of Mercy Mobile Medical Clinic has been serving the uninsured since 1997 in Phoenix, Maryvale, Mesa and Avondale. We are in need of volunteer doctors, nurses and bilingual interpreters to help at our clinics on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. For more information please contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Ana, at S_M_2003@yahoo.com. CALLING ALL CURSILLISTAS Several of your Cursillo brothers and sisters met this summer at SMG. We are now planning to have an ultreya each quarter. If you are a Cursillista and have not been receiving updates, please me at apondrei@aol.com and let me know your address so you can begin to receive them. De Colores! CRYS - CATHOLIC MINISTRY FOR YOUNG SINGLES Catholic? Single? 21-40? Join us for some special time together and great fellowship. For information please check out our website at(cscarizona.org) You can also find us on Facebook ( / CatholicSinglesCommunity/ ) for more information about CSC! WORLD WIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER The spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me, because the LORD has anointed me;... Let your spirits be augmented by attending a Worldwide Marriage Encounter (WWME) weekend with your spouse. The next weekend is on January at Mount Claret Retreat Center in Phoenix. To apply online, and for weekend dates visit WIDOWED? DIVORCED? SEPARATED? CATHOLIC SCHOOL REDUCED TUITION For parents registering their children for the school year, please note: In order to receive the school s reduced Catholic Tuition Rate, your pastor must determine whether your family meets the criteria set by your parish for Registered, Active, Participating members. The definition of registered, active, and participating varies by parish, but usually includes attending Mass regularly as well as contributing with an envelope to the offertory along with supporting the ministry life of the parish. If you have questions about your family s status, please contact your pastor or parish office. (Note: All Diocesan high school students receiving the reduced tuition rate for the coming year must have their status verified by their home pastor before they can be registered as Catholic.) FR. DOUG LORIG Faith s Journey: A Story of Discipleship by Fr. Doug Lorig is now available. Faith's Journey is the story of transformation and transcendence of Fr. Doug Lorig. It is an inspirational story of how he came to the service of God and of the Church. Copies are available at the gift cart in Piper Hall after Sunday Mass. WOMEN S BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP We do have a group that reads some great books. If you are interested in joining call Denise Schaffer s ( ) for more information.

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