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Liturgical Training
Saint Rose of Lima Parish
December 16
Main Church-Friday 6:00pm
Calling all ministers who serve at the
Mass.
I am calling this gathering so that we are all on
the same page when it comes to serving at the
Holy Mass.
The Holy Mass is a sacred occasion which
should focus on the blessed Eucharist, Jesus!
Let us together make the Holy Mass into an
experience which will bring true meaning to our
daily life, by worshiping our Lord
with Joy and enthusiasm.
Fr. Robert Rodriguez
Youth Choir: Practice every Wednesday at 6:00 pm in
church loft. Please encourage your youth to share his / her
talent.
Precana -meeting is set for Saturday from 9-5
February 11 2017. Please join us for Mass. You are
able to pick up the registration form from the Saint
Rose of Lima Parish office. The cost will be $50
per couple which should be paid in the office. For
more information please call St. Rose of Lima Parish
office 928-428-4920.
Southeastern Arizona Dementia Friendly
Communities along with Frank Granberg and Mary
Hartung. Is sponsoring a Holiday season get together
for memory impaired patients and their loved ones. It will be
held on Thursday, December 15th, at the Main Street
Cafe at 1:30 p.m. There will be free beverages and
snacks. There will be familiar Christmas carols to sing. We
hope that there will be many who will take advantage of this
fun and entertaining opportunity. Please come and enjoy each
other at this wonderful Christ-centered time of year.
BEFITTING FRUITS OF REPENTANCE In his reflection on reconciliation and penance, St. Pope John
Paul 11 stated that: the words conversion, repentance, penance
and reconciliation are in close connection. Penance means the
inmost change of heart under the influence of the word of God
and in the perspective of the kingdom. But penance also means
changing one’s life in harmony with the change of heart, and in
this sense doing penance is completed by bringing forth fruit
worthy of penance: it is one’s whole existence that becomes
penitential, that is to say, directed towards a continuous
striving for what is better… penance is therefore, a conversion
that passes from the heart to deeds, and then to the Christians
whole life’.
Today’s Gospel Mt 3:1-12, presents us with the penitential
spirit of advent in the person of John the Baptist and his fierce
demand to produce fruits befitting our great spiritual heritage
of faith, without any iota of pretension and presumption of been
automatically guaranteed salvation based on descent from a
religious family background.
John’s personal lifestyle speaks volumes of an ascetical
practice: he lived in the desert, a place with little water, rare
vegetation, scorching heat, lack of food and shelter. He had no
clothing except a garment made of camel- hair with a leather
belt tied to his waist, his food was locusts and wild honey and
he did not attach importance to the comfort that the temple
afforded the priests even though his father Zachariah was one
of the clerics. Thus Pope Francis’s decision to shun the official
papal apartments and rather live in a much more modest
Vatican hotel so as to be in constant contact with ordinary
people is typical of John the Baptist’s lifestyle.
John’s message of the baptism of repentance targeted two
groups of people: to the general audience, he sounded
positively; repent for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. Then, to
the particular audience made up of Pharisees and Sadducees
came the thundering and heart rending words: you brood of
vipers…if you are repentant, produce the appropriate fruit, and
do not presume to tell yourselves, we have Abraham for our
father. The ordinary people had little knowledge of God but the
Pharisees and the Sadducees were the main stream of religious
worship to whom much was given and much demanded. John
told them that appearances are deceptive.
Since all that glitters is not gold and God looks at the heart not
at physical appearance, entry into the kingdom of God which
Christ ushers in, demands that all must change and cleanse
their hearts of sin not only in the sacraments but in concrete
action. Through baptism the Christian is sacramentally
assimilated to Jesus, who in His own baptism anticipates his
death and resurrection. The Christian must enter into this
mystery of humble self abasement and repentance, go down into
the water with Jesus in order to rise with him, be reborn of
water and the holy Spirit so as to become the Father’s beloved
son in the son and “walk in newness of life”(CCC537).
The story is been told that a religious education teacher asked
what the word “repentance” means. A little boy put up his hand
and said, it is being sorry for your sins”. Then a little girl
raised her hand and added, “its being sorry enough to quit”.
Words that express the act of contrition before or after
confession of one’s sins alone are not enough, deeds are
required. The Christian virtues are the right in the presence of
God in relation to our fellow men and women, the old self of sin
is rooted out and the new self in the image and likeness of God
is generated by the working of the Holy Spirit through Christ
our savior.
ST. ROSE OF LIMA WEEKLY
ACTIVITIES
Second Collection
December 17-18 SVDP
Eucharistic Adoration and Benediction is every Friday
from 8:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
A compliance representative will be at St. Rose of Lima
from 1:30pm to 2:30 pm 2nd Thursday of the month. All
New Volunteers are required to begin the clearance process
for 2016-2017.
Messengers of Mary prays the Holy Rosary Monday -
Friday at 7:30 a.m. before Mass. We will pray the rosary on
Thursdays in the CHURCH (instead of the Chapel), at 11:00
a.m. Remember to pray the rosary daily. Call 428.0573 for
prayers & Consecration to Jesus through Mary.
Spanish Choir Practice meets every Thursday at 6:00 p.m.
in the church. New Group Forming– Liturgy of Christian Prayer in the Chapel daily
at 5:15pm.
Sun 7am Marian Sisters of Santa Rosa
10am
Health and well-being of Mary K.
Howell and family
11:30am Saint Rose of Lima Parishioners
6pm Health and well-being of Terri Barbosa
Mon 8am
Safety and well-being of Monica
Hernandez and all in the military
Tues 8am +Gilbert A. Gherna
Wed. 6pm
In honor of Arch Angel Rafael for
Bertha Coca
Thurs. 8am Birthday Blessing for Bea Hernandez
Fri. 8am Special Intention for J.C. Shatto
Sat 6pm + Angelina Ruiz
Sun 7am +Matthew S. Sanchez
10am
Birthday Blessing for Abe, Sandra &
Shelley Rivas
11:30am +Lity Pinedo
6pm Saint Rose of Lima Parishioners
Mass Intentions for Dec. 11-18
REQUIREMENTS:
Baptisms The parents of the child to be baptized must submit a copy of the baby's birth certificate. Parents and godparents need to attend the parish baptismal
class. Classes are given on the second Saturday of the month from 10:00 a.m. until noon. Please call the office to sign up for the next scheduled class. All
requirements for the Diocese of Tucson and Saint Rose of Lima will be given to the parents at this time. Baptisms are performed the first and third Saturdays at
10:00 a.m. Our office staff is limited, therefore, sponsors and godparents proof of sacraments, documents and payment must be submitted at least one month before
the baptism. When choosing godparents, if they are married, they must be married through the Catholic church, if single you must not be living with a
partner. Donation is $20.00.
Quinceañera The candidate and her parents must contact the office at least one (1) year or more before the date requested. Quinceañera are not performed during
Holy Days. Requirements: active within the parish, youth group, Religious Education, Mass attendance, etc. or Six(6) sets of meetings and volunteer ministries given
by Fr. Robert. Cost is $250.00. There is a non-refundable deposit of $100.00 to hold the date. Balance to the church must be received in the office one week
before the ceremony.
Weddings The couple must contact office at least 6 months prior to the desired wedding date. An appointment will be made for the couple. At that time it will be
determined if the date desired is available, and all requirements for the Diocese of Tucson and Saint Rose of Lima will be given to the couple. Donation is
$150.00.There is a non-refundable deposit of $50.00 to hold the date. Balance to the church must be received in the office one week before the ceremony.
ST. ROSE OF LIMA NOTICES
Office Gift Shop
Attention early Christmas shoppers: St. Rose of Lima Gift
Shop has received affordable and inspirational Christmas items for all
your needs. Be sure to get you advent wreath and candles. Advent
starts on Sunday, Nov. 27. Visit the Gift Shop in the Parish
Office Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m.—4:30 p.m.
Board of Director nomination: I Rev. Robert A. Rodriguez nominate Naomi Lowery to the Saint Rose of Lima Board of
Directors. If you have any concerns to this nomination please contact me with your concern. Rev. Robert A. Rodriguez
St. Rose of Lima
Weekend Collections – Dec. 03-04
Offertory $ 4,872.00
St Vincent de Paul $ 146.00
Building Fund $ 762.67
Pima Mass $ 39.00
Saint Rose of Lima Christmas Mass
Christmas Eve, Saturday December 24, 4 p.m.,6 p.m. and
Midnight Mass
Christmas Day Sunday December 25 10.am.
ST. ROSE OF LIMA NOTICES
High School Youth Groups / Confirmation
Join us on Sunday after 11:30 a.m. Mass.
High School Youth Group meets in the CAVE from 12:30pm
until 2pm.
Confirmation: Upcoming Dates Mass Attendance is Mandatory! This is part of your class
time!
Dec. 18 Las Posadas 12:30pm Sunday
Jr. High 6-8th grade -meets in the RE classrooms from
12:30pm until 2pm.
Religious Education
Las Posadas
December 18th
All Religious Education children and their families are
invited.
Registration for Religious Classes will be on going. Register in the
RE office Monday -Thursday 9:00am-12:00 noon. RE office phone
number is 348-4785.
As part of our Advent activities a Confession service will be held for Religious Education students in 4th and 5th grade during their regularly scheduled class time the week of December 12th. RE classes will not be held December 26th-January 5th. Classes resume on January 9th. RE students from Thatcher schools will not have class on Tuesday, December 20th. Please mark your calendars for February 3rd and 4th. Jordan
Ministries will be offering a series of 5 classes on those dates. The
classes are amazing and are such a great way to learn more about the
faith. For more details please call the RE office. There are also flyers
at the back of the church and in the parish office. All RE teachers and
volunteers are asked to attend but all parishioners are invited.
Festival of Trees !
Catholic Daughters would like to
thank everyone involved with the
Festival of trees.
It was a great success for our group and the youth
group of Saint Rose.
Las Posadas
Jr. High
High School Youth
Confirmation Class 1 &2nd
December 18th
After the 11:30am Mass
All Families of RE and Parish are Invited!
We need adult helpers to organize
this event when Joseph and Mary
made their journey to Bethlehem.
We will have food, prizes, piñata.
Please call the office if you can help.
Fr. Robert
Marine Corps Reserve
Please drop off your
unwrapped toys at the main Office. Our parish is
one of the most generous givers to this program.
Thank YOU!
[email protected] 928-792-3100 www.toysfortots.org
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE NOTICES
Mass Intentions for Dec.11th-18th
Sun 8:30am +Albertlado, Rosilia, & Hotencia Amado
Mon. 9:00am +Carlotta Jaramillo
Tues 9:00am +Bobby Larronia
Fri. 9:00am Birthday Blessings for Omar Cain Ramos
Sun. 8:30am +Josephine Fernandez
Weekend Collections –Dec 04
Offertory $ 598.00
Building Fund $ 59.00
Second Collection
December 18 St. Vincent De Paul
Envelopes available for Poinsettias at the front entrance of
the Church. Thank you for your donation.
Thanks to all who donated, helped and participated on
Saturday, Our Lady of Guadalupe Feast Day Celebration.
A compliance representative will be at St. Rose of Lima
from 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm every 2nd Thursday of each
month. All new Volunteers are required to begin the
clearance process for 2016-2017.
If anyone is interested in teaching or helping with the
Religious Education Program for next year, please call
the office at 428-0149.
Only candles bought from OLG will be allowed in the
church. Thank you for your cooperation.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
GOSPEL REFLECTION: Rejoice! Remember JESUS is the fulfillment of God’s promise of the Savior. Let us prepare the way for God's kingdom by our words and our deeds as we await the coming of the Messiah this Christmas.
Mixed Choir – Day/time change…CHOIR
PRACTICE on Thursdays at 4:00 in the church.
Friendly Reminder – Parents must sign the
clipboard located at the church entrance to verify Mass
attendance on Sunday. If you attended Mass out-of-town, please bring church bulletin.
Holiday Spirit – Please continue to bring non-
perishable food items and canned goods through the
end of December. Since the need for assistance or help increases during the holidays, St. Vincent de Paul greatly appreciates your donations. Thank you and God
Bless. RE Classes –Beginning tomorrow, RE classes are back to the regular schedule from 4 to 5:30.
Upcoming events:
December 12 – RE classes from 4 to 5:30 December 19 – No RE classes (Christmas Break) December 26 – No RE classes (Christmas
Break)
Pre-cana -meeting is set for Saturday from 9
-5 February 11 2017. Please join us for Mass
afterwards. You are able to pick up the
registration form from the Saint Rose of Lima
Parish office. The cost will be $50, per couple
which should be paid in the office. For more
information please call St. Rose Lima Parish
office 928-428-4920.
Saint Rose of Lima
2016 October
Baptisms: Daylen Alicia Alvarez
Kaia Grace Mayer
AnaLisa Janae Rios
Dominic Sebastian Rios
Marriage: Paula Carrasco Gomez & Daniel Ray Gomez
Faithful Departed:
Jude Paul Robert Mondragon
Celia Vega Sotelo
November
Baptisms: Rhyanna Shalynn Aranda
Ambrielle Ariana Villalba
Marriages: Crystal Lynn Torrio & Joe Anthony Villalba
Krystle J. Dominguez & Steven Michael Dominguez
Our Lady of Guadalupe
Christmas Eve, Saturday ,December 24th Midnight mass
Christmas Day December 25th 8:30 a.m.
ORTEGA’S SHOES Mt. Graham Shopping
Center Richard & Theresa Ortega
Elodia—Valerie 928.428.0636
VALLEY FURNITURE
350 E. Armory Road Safford, AZ
928.348.9340
SECULAR FRANCISCAN St. Elizabeth of Hungary
Fraternity
Meets 2nd Saturdays 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
At Our Lady of Guadalupe Church David Esquivel, Minister
928.865.2887
Kachina Hot Springs
Mineral Spa 1155 W Cactus Rd
Safford, AZ 928.428.7212
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KNIGHTS OF
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Meets 1st Wednesdays at 7 p.m.
Walneck’s Safford Sewing Center
Jeff & Virginia Walneck Parishioners
Hwy 70 & 3rd Ave
928.428.0494
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS
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Helen Romero, Regent 928.965.6604
Meets 3rd Wednesdays at 7 p.m.
At St. Rose of Lima
In St. Matthew’s room
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at St. Rose of Lima
in St. Luke’s Room
928.322.8647
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For more information, contact St. Rose of Lima Parish Office
928.428.4920
707 S. 6th Ave
Safford, AZ
928.428.1033
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