Saint Maria Goretti Catholic Church

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1 THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME J A N U A R Y 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 January 21, 2018 Next weekend is the second collection for the Gospel of Life. Please drop your special collection envelope with the regular offertory. 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 J A N U A R Y 2 1, SMG SCHEDULED EVENTS Monday, January 22 6:30pm - RCIA - John XXIII Tuesday, January 23 8:45am - Faith Fitness Stretch Class - Piper II 4:00pm - CGS - Atriums/John XXIII Wednesday, January 24 8:45am - Bible Study - Piper Hall 4:00pm - CGS - Atriums/John XXIII 7:00pm - Choir - John XXIII 7:15pm - A.A. Meeting - Piper II Thursday, January 25 Friday, January 26 6:00pm - Reconciliation Workshop - John XXIII Saturday, January 27 Sunday, January 28 8:45am - CGS - Atrium 10:00am - St. Vincent de Paul - Piper II 10:45am - CGS - Atrium 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, Dr. 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 INTERNATIONAL WEEK OF CHRISTIAN UNITY The theme of this year's Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is "Your Right Hand, O Lord, Glorious in Power. (Exodus 15:6). According to Graymoor Ecumenical & Interreligious Institute (GEII)..., "Throughout the Biblical narrative of salvation, an unmistakable motif is the unrelenting determination of the Lord to form a people whom He could call His own. The formation of such a people, united in a sacred covenant with God, is integral to the Lord's plan of salvation and to the glorification of His name. The prophets repeatedly remind Israel that their covenant demanded that relationships among its various social groups should be characterized by justice, compassion and mercy. Reconciliation often demands repentance, reparation and healing of memories." The Arizona Faith Network hosts Prayer for Christian Unity as part of the World Council of Churches Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. Join us: Wednesday, January 24, 7:00 pm St. Steven Byzantine Catholic Cathedral 8141 N. 16th St., Phoenix, AZ FIRST FRIDAY FOCUS ON FAITH First Friday, 6 April :30 PM to 8:30 PM Mass and Conference with Bishop John S. Pazak Topic: The Trinity Free Bus from parish to Cathedral of St. Stephen, Phoenix (sign up required) Bishop Pazak is the Redemptorist Bishop of Byzantine Eparchy of Phoenix. The Byzantine Tradition and Rome are in full communion. First Friday, 4 MAY :30 PM to 8:30 PM Mass and Conference with Bishop Eduardo Nevares Topic: The Family Mass celebrated at St. Maria Goretti Bishop Nevares is the Auxiliary Bishop of Phoenix Both of these evenings are sponsored by the SMG Pastoral Council as part of First Friday Focus on Faith. Call the parish office for details and to sign up for reminders.

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 GOSPEL OF LIFE COLLECTION NEXT WEEKEND Every human person is created in the image and likeness of God. The conviction that human life is sacred and that each person has inherent dignity that must be respected in society lies a the heart of Catholic social teaching. Calls to advance human rights are illusions if the right to life itself is subject to attack. We believe that every human life is sacred from conception to natural death; that people are more important that things; and that the measure of every institution is whether or not it enhances the life and dignity of the human person (US Bishops: Faithful Citizenship - Civic Responsibility for a New Millennium, 1999). Your generosity in next weeks second collection helps continue this most important mission of the Church. STEWARDSHIP REFLECTIONS Come after me, and I will make you fishers of men. With these words, Jesus invites Simon (Peter) and his brother Andrew to follow Him and be His disciples. We often speak of the subtleties of translation. In the original Greek in which St. Mark wrote his Gospel, a better translation would be, Come after me, and I will make you become fishers of men. It is the beginning of a process. We are called to that same process. It is not as if it happens quite suddenly. It happens over time, and it is a progression. If we are to be fishers of men, we are to be evangelizers and disciples of the Lord, and we are to represent what it means to be part of the Kingdom of God. Of course, Simon and Andrew abandoned their nets and followed him. It may be more difficult for us to abandon our nets so to speak, but it does prompt us that we need to make major changes in our lives if we are going to follow Jesus. Simon and Andrew, and then James and John, were common men, normal people. They had no theological credentials nor did they have any special status in the world. Most of us are similar. Jesus did not select them (or us) for who they were. He called them for what He could do through them. It is the same with each of us. Yes, we are called, but in order to really fulfill our calling we need to follow and trust in Jesus. STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE Plate Collection Totals for January 14, 2018 TOTALS NOT AVAILABLE AT TIME OF PRINTING 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 Tax statements are not automatically mailed. Please call Nancy in the parish office to request your 2017 donation statement. 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 outside the doors of church, or drop off at the parish office.

4 4 MUSIC FOR THE ORDER OF MASS ORDINARY TIME 3 Music for the Order of Mass Third Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B) January 20-21, 2018 **All of today s scripture readings, hymns and service music can be found in your red WORSHIP hymnal Procession Hymn, No. 707 I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say Introductory Rites Kyrie, 317 Gloria, 324 Liturgy of the Word: Worship Hymnal 1116 Responsorial: Teach me your ways, O Lord, teach me your ways Hymn at the Offertory, No. 585 I Want to Walk as a Child of the Light Liturgy of the Eucharist Sanctus, 353 Memorial Acclamation A, 354 Amen, 355 Agnus Dei, 384 Communion Antiphon I am the light of the world, says the Lord: whoever follows me will not walk in darkness but will have the light of life Hymn at Communion Procession, No. 662 Come, My Way, My Truth, My Life Hymn of Thanksgiving, No. 628 Come, Christians, Join to Sing Organ Postlude Prelude in G Major, BWV 541a (J.S. Bach) LITURGICAL MINISTRY Join the many other members of our parish family who serve as Liturgical Ministers! Liturgical ministry includes reading at Mass (lector), Eucharistic ministers, ushers, greeters, altar servers, sacristans, and more. Enrich your own liturgical life by participating in the life of your parish! Find our more today by calling Judy at , ext. 13. WEEKLY MASS INTENTIONS PLEASE PRAY FOR L I T U RG Y A N D MUSIC Sat. Jan. 20 5:00 pm Gary O Berendt Sun. Jan. 21 7:30 am Donald Riley 9:00 am SMG Parish Family 11:00 am Sebastian Farne Mon. Jan. 22 8:00 am John Watson & Sue Huston Tues. Jan. 23 8:00 am Frank DiBugnara Wed. Jan. 24 8:00 am John Hackert Thurs. Jan. 25 8:00 am Nina Carzano Fri. Jan. 26 8:00 am Edward Felix Sat. Jan. 27 8:00 am Robin Kotol & Marisela Robinson 5:00 pm Ruth Young Sun. Jan. 28 7:30 am Stan Clebeck 9:00 am Frank Vassett 11:00 am SMG Parish Family *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: Herbert Steve Stephens, Mike Ortiz, Bette Timpani, John Donahue, Anita Hart Allen BUS TRIP TO ST. STEPHEN CATHEDRAL We have chartered a bus to take parishioners from St. Maria Goretti to St Stephen Byzantine Cathedral on April 6th. Call the church office to sign up for this FREE trip to the Byzantine Catholic Cathedral and attend Divine Liturgy celebrated by Bishop Pazak (Roman Catholics may receive communion). Bus will depart SMG at 5:00 p.m. and return at approximately 9:15-9:30pm. READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF JANUARY 21 Sunday: Jon 3:1-5, 10/Ps 25:4-5, 6-7, 8-9 [4a]/1 Cor 7:29-31/Mk 1:14-20 Monday: 2 Sm 5:1-7, 10/Ps 89:20, 21-22, [25a]/Mk 3:22-30 Tuesday: 2 Sm 6:12b-15, 17-19/Ps 24:7, 8, 9, 10 [8]/Mk 3:31-35 Wednesday: 2 Sm 7:4-17/Ps 89:4-5, 27-28, [29a]/Mk 4:1-20 Thursday: Acts 22:3-16 or Acts 9:1-22/Ps 117:1bc, 2 [Mk 16:15]/Mk 16:15-18 Friday: 2 Tm 1:1-8 or Ti 1:1-5/Ps 96:1-2a, 2b-3, 7-8a, 10 [3]/ Mk 4:26-34 Saturday: 2 Sm 12:1-7a, 10-17/Ps 51:12-13, 14-15, [12a]/Mk 4:35-41 Next Sunday: Dt 18:15-20/Ps 95:1-2, 6-7, 7-9, [8]/1 Cor 7:32-35/Mk 1:21-28

5 F A I T H F O R M A T I O N 5 CATECHESIS OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD Reconcilia on Workshop #3 January 26th in Piper Hall 6:00 8:30pm (dinner is provided) Sacrament of First Reconcilia on February 1st, 6:30pm in the Church Recep on to follow in Piper Hall **Our Con irmation/first Eucharist Workshop #1 has been rescheduled to Feb. 15th at 6:00 7:30pm in John XXIII Hall. The following workshop dates are March 1st and March 15th. ** CGS WORDS OF WISDOM From creation to parousia is the time when the kingdom is being built through God s initiative, which seeks out humankind because it is with humanity that God s plan will be accomplished. SMG YOUNG ADULTS Did you know that we have a very ac ve Young Adult Ministry here at St. Maria Gore? For more informa on please Jackie Fischer at jackiefischer29@gmail.com or call at *Catholics building up each other in the faith and having fun at the same me* RCIA Are you already Catholic and just want to know more about your faith, please join us for any of our informative sessions. RCIA meets on Monday nights from 6:30 8:00pm in St. John XXIII Hall All are welcome! Mark you calendar for these upcoming presentations: 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: Brian Cooper, Christopher Cooper, Erika Cooper, Renata Galvan, Jennifer Jimenez, Justin Keyport, Tessa Langbecker, MacKenzie McDermott, Sally Prince, Alysandra Sosa-Regan, Gavin Regan, Giselle Sosa- Regan, Tim Regan, Cody Vesper BAPTISM WOMENS BIBLE FELLOWSHIP 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 March 3rd at 9:00am in the Lamb Atrium, please call to register. Ladies, please join us on the irst and third Thursdays in John XXIII Hall from 9:00 10:30AM. There is NO COST. Just come, visit and share your Catholic faith! Our next session dates are Feb. 1st and Feb. 15th Questions call Mary at Bridges and Crossroads Youth Ministry Grades 6 8 Grades 9-12 SMG Youth Session, January 28 12:00-1:30PM in John XXIII Guest Speakers: Deacon Gary Scott and Cindy Troiano Eat My Body and Drink my Blood For My flesh is true food and my blood is true drink. Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood, I remain in him and he in me. With Live Music and Eucharistic Adoration

6 6 MINISTRIES & ORGANIZATIONS S T. M A R I A G O R E T T I P A R I S H L I F E PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN 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., February 10 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 February 7. Contact Sean Fitzgerald at (call or text) for information. Online Registration for School Year has begun! Details available at SMGAZPRESCHOOL.ORG No Cost Music Together Class with Miss Chris For babies to 2 years Wednesdays 8:30-9:00AM Piper II Support our school through the state tax credit! Easy and no cost to you! Checks submitted prior to April 15 are still eligible for a credit on your 2017 state tax return. 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 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 FEB 5TH 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 WEEK OF UNITY Unity. What does "unity" mean? For those of us who claim Christ as our model of living and savior of humanity, it means we are one. This year the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity has as its theme the Scripture citation 2 Corinthians 5: The first line contains our mission statement... "For the love of Christ impels us, once we have come to the conviction that one died for all; therefore all have died." If that is not a mandate for unity, then there is none. We are one in the death of Christ and therefore live in unity with all other Christians. God, who are unity in three holy persons--father, Son, and Holy Spirit - you have called us to live in peace with all people. You have also called us to work toward unity in purpose to spread the Gospel to all nations. Graciously give us the courage and strength to work toward unity, and act toward each other as brothers and sisters. We ask this in the unity of God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen. SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL INFORMATION FEED. CLOTHE. HOUSE. HEAL..is what the SVDP Society does through the 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 Next meeting is Sunday, January 28th at 10:00 am in Piper II 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 April 29. 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 Commandments lead us on the path to life. What path will you choose to walk? Pray for wisdom. (Exodus 20:1-17). 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? ANNUAL RED MASS The St. Thomas More Society invites members of the Bar, Bench, Legislature, and other interested faithful to the 48th Annual Red Mass, Tuesday, January 23, at 5:30 p.m. at St. Mary s Basilica, 231 N. 3rd St, Phoenix. Most Rev. Jerome Listecki, Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee, will join us in prayer for our lawmakers as we begin a new legislative year. The Red Mass is a tradition dating back to the thirteenth century, allowing legal professionals to gather and pray for the guidance of the Holy Spirit in our quest for justice. Reception to follow Red Mass, no RSVP required. 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 at ( ) for information.

10 The Phoenix Diocesan Council of Catholic Women invites you to the 2018 Phoenix Catholic Women s Conference Saturday, February 10, 2018 at Xavier College Preparatory Founders Hall. Speakers include: Sr. Helena Burns, FSP Danielle Bean Sr. Mary Claire Strasser, SOLT Lunch is included in the ticket price. Please make your selection when registering. For tickets, visit the event website: Reconciliation will be available and Vigil Mass celebrated by Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted For information, the PDCCW can be contacted at pdccwomen@gmail.com or

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