A Christmas message from Rev. Robert A. Rodriguez,

Dear Parishioners of Saint Rose of Lima and Our Lady of Guadalupe, Merry Christmas and I

pray that you and your family have a blessed 2017.

It is a very exciting time for SRL, OLG, St. Martin de Porres, San Jose, Newman Center and the

four prisons we now serve. I pray all those who assist in our different ministries continue to serve with

Christ as their focus. I thank all ministers who came to the training this past year so that we may make

the Mass a glorious event. When we communicate with each and work with unity in Christ anything is

possible. We serve in the name of Jesus Christ.

Christmas means Christ’s-Mass. The Christmas season begins on Christmas day until January 9th

in which we celebrate the baptism of Jesus Christ. I hope and pray all Christians of the world are able to

freely worship and give thanks to our Lord Jesus Christ without fear of persecution. Our world has rapidly

changed these past years but Jesus Christ is consistent. Let us put our lives in his hand and he will protect

us from all harm. Let us pray this Christmas season that we come together as Catholic Christians and

make a difference in the world.

Please keep in your prayers Sister Chelsea Winsor who has joined the Marian Sisters of Santa

Rosa, please pray for the two men and their wives who are applying for the deaconate program and the

young men in our parish who have said “yes” in their discernment to the priesthood. This is very exciting

news for our parish indeed! God be praised!

I pray for all our couples who came forward in marriage into the Catholic Church and those who

have had their marriage blessed through Convalidation. Thank you for setting the example to those who

are seeking to have God in their lives fully and completely.

This past year we have witnessed the death of some young people in our community. Let us

as Christians go out and spread the word of God with our actions and our prayers to those who

have fallen into darkness and bring the light of Christ into their hearts. Let us assure our young

adults they are not alone.

Let us remember the challenges of the Holy Family and how Joseph and Mary

persevered to raise Jesus as his first teachers. Our own families have many challenges which

face us, let us pray for one another so that we may lead each other to the Grace of God. Fight the

good fight of life and stay strong in your faith. With God as our guide we can’t wrong!

God Bless you from your Pastor

ST. ROSE OF LIMA WEEKLY ACTIVITIES

Second Collection:

January 8th Building Fund

January 15th St. Vincent de Paul

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 +Connie Bailon

10am +Helen Craig

11:30am Saint Rose of Lima Parishioners

6pm +Nestor Garzon

Mon 8am Health & Well-being of David Winsor

Tues 8am +Juan Figueroa, Sr.

Wed 8am +Lydia Moreno Paredez

Thurs 8am Health & Well-being of Arturo Merino

Fri 8am Health & Well-being of Vicki Quintero

Sat 6pm

Anniversary Blessings for Jeff &

Shelly Vaughn

Sun 7am +Wally & Vicki Armijo

10am Saint Rose of Lima Parishioners

Sun 11:30am +Juan & Priscilla Figueroa

6 pm +Vannessa Baca

Mass Intentions for Jan. 08th-15th

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

St. Rose of Lima Weekend Collections – Dec. 31-Jan. 1st

Offertory $ 3,622.05

Saint Vincent de Paul $ 30.00

Building Fund $ 62.00

Check Out our Office Gift Shop

St. Rose of Lima Gift Shop has affordable and inspirational items for

all your needs.

Visit the Gift Shop in the Parish Office Monday through Friday

8:30 a.m.—4:30 p.m.

Thank you to the person who drew my name off the

Christmas tree.

God Bless you and have a wonderful New Year .

Sincerely, Cozette Deen

If you are suffering from an abortion decision,

experience the healing love of Jesus Christ on

a Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat on February 2nd

– 5th 2017 in Tucson area.

For more information and/or to register please

call the confidential phone line (520) 743-6777 or e-mail

rachelsvineyardtucson@cox.net. All inquiries are kept in strict-

est confidence. Additional information may also be found on

t h e R a c h e l ’ s V i n e y a r d w e b s i t e a t

www.rachelsvineyardtucson.org

ST. ROSE OF LIMA NOTICES Catholic Daughters of the America’s

would like to thank everyone involved

with the Festival of trees.

Raffle drawing is on-going until

January 8

You still have a chance to win the 50/50 and the

many great gifts donated to the

Catholic Daughters.

Youth Choir: Practice every Wednesday at 6:00

pm in church loft.

Please encourage your youth

to share his / her talent.

RE Office hours are Monday-Thursday from 9am to

12noon. Registration will be on going in the RE office.

RE Classes resume on January 8th for Jr. High and

High School and January 9th for K-5th grade. This

time off is a great opportunity to reflect on what is

being taught in RE and to extend these teachings with

prayer and discussion in the home. Merry

Christmas!

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. The classes are also open to all

parishioners .

Messengers of Mary

Join us Thursdays at

11:00am.

We will pray the rosary on

Thursdays in the CHURCH .

* Remember to pray the rosary

daily. Call 428.0573 for

prayers & Consecration to

Jesus through Mary.

*We could use your help to clean the church on

Thursdays.

*Please join us daily to pray the Rosary of the

Blessed Mother Monday– Friday at 7:30am

before Mass.

*We also maintain the prayer garden.

Confirmation: Resumes Sun Jan 8, 2017

usual class times.

NO CLASS 1/15 Martin Luther King weekend

Class 1/22 and 1/29.

Thank you.

OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE NOTICES Mass Intentions for Jan 08-15,2017

Sun 8:30am +Ramon & David Montoya

Fri. 9:00am Our Lady of Guadalupe Parishioners and

Deceased

Sun. 8:30am +Chano & Belen Talavera

Weekend Collections –Jan.1st 2017

Offertory $ 678.10

THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD

January 8, 2017

Second Collection:

January 8th Building Fund

January 15th St. Vincent de Paul

Offertory envelopes on table at entrance of

church.

OLG Gift Shop is open on week days at 9:30

AM - 3:00 PM.

A compliance representative will be at St. Rose

of Lima from 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm every 2nd

Thursday of each month. Attention: All

paperwork for the Religious Education

Safe Environment program is due this

week.

If anyone is interested in teaching or helping

with the Religious Education Program for

next year, 2017-2018. Please call the office

at 428-0149.

Only candles bought from OLG will be allowed in the church. Thank you for your cooperation.

Precana -

Retreat is set for Saturday from 9-

5 February 11, 2017. Please join us for Mass.

Registration forms are available at 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.

This is for all couples planning to be married in the

Church. I encourage all RCIA couples to attend. Fr.

Robert

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

GOSPEL REFLECTION:

Like the Magi, let us pay homage and continue to search for Jesus in our daily lives.

Mixed 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. Please bring church

bulletin if you attend Mass out-of-town.

RE Classes –Religious education classes resume

tomorrow, Mon., January 9, from 4 to 5:30.

Family Day Potluck – Family Day TODAY. Please

join us for a bowl of delicious soup. Everyone is

welcome!

Upcoming events:

January 8 – Family Day Potluck TODAY

after Mass

January 9 – RE Classes resume TOMORROW

from 4 to 5:30

January 16 – No RE classes [Martin Luther King]

January 23 – RE Classes

January 30 – RE Classes

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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

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928.428.0494

CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS

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Meets 3rd Wednesdays at 7 p.m.

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In St. Matthew’s room

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