Monthly Medjugorje Message

New Mass Times!!

Starting May 5 we will only have one Mass on Saturday at 4:00p.
Starting May 13 Sunday Masses will be 7:00a, 8:30a, 10:00a, and 6:00p.

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Items are needed to help a fellow priest!

There is a priest in our diocese who moved into a rectory and is in need of the following new items. If you can help please bring the items to the parish office.

Plates, bowls & saucers, Glasses, cups & mugs, Silverware and utensils, Pots and pans, King size sheets, Queen size sheets, Comforters and blankets, Towels and washcloths, Storage containers (Tupperware, etc.), Dish towels and dish cloths Measuring cups and spoons, Cutting board, blender, mixer, toaster oven, baking dishes.

Any new household necessities would be greatly appreciated.

[ Donations Needed ]

Lectors Needed

Any full-time parishioners that feel they have a good speaking voice and a calling to read the Word of God at weekend masses is invited to an exploring/training session at a time that is convenient for you. The parish has a shortage of Lectors right now, especially during the summer months. If accepted, you pick the mass you would like to lector at.

Anyone interested please contact Cindy Nuttall at 602-312-6667 for an appointment.

[ Help Wanted ]

Mass Changes / Holiday Office Hours

The Mass on Mon, May 21 & 28 will be at 7:00a.

The Parish Office will be closed Fri, May 25 through Mon, May 28. Will reopen Tue, May 29.

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Worldwide Marriage Encounter

May 18, 2012 to May 21, 2012

Through the grace of God the love of a husband and wife are supposed to mirror God’s love for us. Allow God to polish up that mirror of your marriage relationship; attend a Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend and let God strengthen, renew and rekindle your relationship. Sign up to attend the next weekend in the Phoenix area, July 20-23 or May 18-21 in the Tucson area.

For more information call 602-242-6141 or visit .

For more information or to register visit our website: www.benedictinesisters.org or contact Sr. Lupita Barajas at vocationtucson@gmail.com or 520-325-6401 or contact Sr. Ruth Starman at vocation@benedictinesisters.org or 660-944-2221 ext 127.

[ Discernment ]

Memorial Day Mass

May 28, 2012 (7:00a)

The Mass on Mon, May 28will be at 7:00a.
The Parish Office will be closed Fri, May 25 through Mon, May 28. We will reopen Tue, May 29.

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Women's Retreat

Jun 1, 2012 to Jun 2, 2012

Our Mother of Sorrows Parish, 1800 S. Kolb, Tucson. Fri, Jun 1 — 6:30-9:00p AND Sat, June 2 — 9:15a-4:00p.

This retreat will include praise & worship, fellowship, teachings, prayer, healing & a deeper anointing of the Holy Spirit! Please bring a sack lunch and snack to share.

Register by May 28 online at our website: www.vineofgrace.org; call 520-631-1408 or email vineofgrace@att.net. A free will love offering will be requested.

[ Vine of Grace Retreat ]

Ordination of Ramonito Celestial

Jun 2, 2012 (10:00a)

Ramonito “Raymond” Celestial will be ordained on Sat, Jun 2 at 10:00am at St. Augustine Cathedral, 192 S. Stone Ave., Tucson, by Most Reverend Gerald F. Kicanas, DD, Bishop of Tucson. St. George will supply a bus. Call to reserve a seat.

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Camp Kino

Jun 3, 2012 (9:00a - 6:00p)

The Diocese of Tucson Vocations Office will be hosting a day long retreat called Camp Kino at the Picture Rocks Retreat Center on June 3rd from 9:00a-6:00p. This retreat if offered to young men ages 16 and older discerning their calling in life to the Deaconate or Priesthood. Please contact Fr. Stan or Christine Ollive for more information.

[ Vocations ]

Vacation Bible School: All Aboard the Vatican Express

Jun 4, 2012 to Jun 8, 2012

Vacation Bible School: All Aboard the Vatican Express will be Mon, Jun 4 to Fri, Jun 8 from 9:00a-12:00p. Cost is $10 per child. Grades K-5 only...no preschool. Space is limited...register early.

Registration form is found in the bulletin. Please return form and registration fee to the parish office by Fri, May 25.

[ Vacation Bible School ]

Next KofC Assembly Meeting is Mon, Jun 11 at 7:00p in room 203.

Jun 11, 2012 (7:00p)

[ Knights of Columbus ]

Next KofC Council Meeting is Tue, Jun 12 at 7:00p in the social hall.

Jun 12, 2012 (7:00p)

[ Knights of Columbus ]

Semi-Annual Blood Drive

Jun 16, 2012 (9:00a - 1:30p)

Please be a part of our Semi-Annual Blood Drive on Saturday, June 16 from 9:00am to 1:30pm. Approximately half of the nation’s blood supply is collected at Blood Drives sponsored by communities like St. George Parish. There is a Hero inside each of us, ready to make a difference when others need our help. The sign-up boards are in the west vestibule pamphlet racks or contact Margaret at 982-2929 x19. Please sign up early to get your favorite appointment time.

[ Blood Drive ]

Sisters of Charity

Jun 24, 2012 to Jun 28, 2012

Is God calling you? The Sisters of Charity are hosting an experience of religious life from June 24-28 open to women 18-50. Enter into the sisters’ shared life of prayer while serving the poor of the Chicago diocese. Excluding travel to/from Chicago, most of the program costs will be covered by the Sisters of Charity.

For more information go to www.scsh.org or Facebook “Sisters of Charity of Seton Hill.” Local contact: Sr. Laura Coughlin 520-395-6635.

[ Discernment ]

St. Joseph's Youth Camp

Jul 1, 2012 to Jul 21, 2012

It’s not too early to think about summer camp! Register Now for St. Joseph’s Youth Camp and Save Money.

St. Joseph’s Youth Camp, located in the tall pines surrounding Mormon Lake, near Flagstaff, is offering an early bird discount when you register before May 1.

Sponsored by the Arizona Knights of Columbus, the camp offers kayaking, rock climbing, hiking, astronomy, archery, arts and crafts, horseback riding, mountain biking and much more for an ALL-INCLUSIVE rate.

The regular fee of $498 includes a full week of activities, meals and snacks, transportation from the Valley and back via chartered bus, camper T-shirt and DVD. Register before May 1 and pay only $450 per session.

The camp reinforces teamwork and solid values. Teen Week, for ages 13 to 15, includes additional challenging and fun activities to build leadership skills.

Sessions: July 1-7, Teen Week; July 8-14 and July 15-21, ages 8-12.

To register and for more information, including camp counsellorships for ages 15 to 17, go to www.sjycaz.com or call 480-449-0848.

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Steubenville West Jul 20-22

Jul 20, 2012 to Jul 22, 2012

This awesome and amazing three day retreat is open to St. George students from incoming high school freshmen to outgoing seniors. Steubenville West combines awesome talks. Praise and worship, prayer, fellowship, entertainment and anointed liturgies. Basically, it’s a weekend for our high school teens to get rocked by God and get serious about life in Christ and His Church!

Paperwork is due back to the office no later than Sun, May 13. If you require paperwork, please contact Christine at 480-982-2929 ext. 17.

[ Youth Ministry ]

Tour the Holy Land

Nov 5, 2012 to Nov 15, 2012

TOUR THE HOLY LAND with Fr. Domenico C. Pinti, Nov 5-15, 2012. Hosted by Erin Blanchette & Vine of Grace.

Join Vine of Grace Retreat Ministry and Fr. Pinti for an unforgettable pilgrimage! Together we will explore and travel the captivating streets, countryside, historical and holy sites of the Holy Land as we follow in the footsteps of Jesus! This pilgrimage promises to expand and deepen your faith as we learn more about our Catholic heritage and enjoy the beauty, landscape and traditions of the region! You will experience the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit and our Mother Mary in a dynamic and intimate way that will enrich, impact, and inspire your spiritual journey forever! Expect to be transformed, renewed and restored by the abundant blessings and graces you will receive. Visit Caesarea, Tiberias, Nazareth, Bethlehem and Jerusalem.

$3,780 ALL INCLUSIVE, round-trip air fare from Phoenix, air tax and fees, all tips. All admission fees, porterage and hotel taxes. Accommodations at First-Class hotels, sharing twin-bedded rooms with private bath.

Contact Erin Blanchette at 520-631-1408 or vineofgrace@att.net.

[ Holy Land  Travel ]