Catholic Diocese Tucson

4 CATHOLIC OUTLOOK SEPTEMBER 2019 ‘Surviving Divorce’ starts at two sites Tuesdays starting Sept. 10, 6:30 p.m., Diocesan Pastoral Center at Cathedral Square, 192 S. Stone Ave., Bldg. 2, Tucson; Wednesdays starting Sept. 4, 6:30 p.m., St. Pius X Church, 1800 N. Camino Pio Decimo, Tucson “Surviving Divorce - Hope and Healing for the Catholic Family” is a first-time program being offered to newly separated and divorced and those still struggling with issues many years later. The goal is to help partici- pants find answers to their questions, restore hope and begin authentic healing. Cost is $25 and includes workbook and all program materials. Groups close af- ter the third week and group size is limited. For more information or to register, call Felicia Klein, (520) 425- 6529 or email csdtucson@yahoo.com . Musicians, liturgists invited to workshop Saturday, Sept. 7, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Diocesan Pastoral Center at Cathedral Square, 192 S. Stone Ave., Bldg. 2, Tucson The Jordan Ministry Team is sponsoring a Music Ministry Formation Day for all parish musicians, choir leaders, singers, instrumentalists and liturgy planners. Peter Kolar, editor for Spanish and Bilingual Music for GIA, will explore music ministry and offer a new rep- ertoire for parish communities. Cost of the workshop is $30 and includes lunch. Deadline to register is Sept. 3; to register or for more information, email JMT@ JordanMinistry.org or call (520) 623-2563. Charismatic renewal at Sacred Heart Thursday, Sept. 12, 6:30 p.m., Sacred Heart Church, 601 E. Fort Lowell Road, Tucson The Diocese of Tucson Renewal Committee will hold its monthly “Alive in Christ” event with the theme “Save Our Families.” All are welcome to joyfully praise and worship with song, Scripture readings and words. For more information, call Gloria (520) 237-7060 or visit tucsonccr.org. Vocations Office hosts Noche de Garibaldi Saturday, Sept. 14, 6-11 p.m., St. Augustine Cathedral Parish, 192 S. Stone Ave., Tucson The diocesan Vocations Office will host the first in what they hope will be an annual event to benefit the Catholic Seminarians Education Fund. The event will feature a series of mariachi bands and folkloric dance troupes, performing in 20-30 minute segments. A donation of $20 per person is requested. Food will be available for purchase, with assistance from local parishes of Our Mother of Sorrows, St. Joseph’s, St. Monica’s and the Cathedral. For more information, call the office at (520) 838-2531. Immaculate Heart alumni annual retreat Saturday, Sept. 28, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Immaculate Heart High School Multipurpose Room, 625 E. Magee Road, Oro Valley The Immaculate Heart/Suffolk Hills Alumni Associa- tion will be holding its Fifth Annual Women’s Retreat, with the theme “Women are Pillars of Ministry,” featuring Rosemary Celaya-Alston, diocesan director of the Office of Child, Adolescent and Adult Protec- tion. Cost is $35 and includes a continental breakfast and lunch provided by Café Corazon Catering. The day concludes with Mass celebrated by Msgr. Al Schifano. For more information or to register, call or email Arlene at (520) 419-1482 or arlene.quiroz2@aol.com ; Yolanda at (520) 777-8637 or jacobs85745@gmail. com ; or Rosa Maria: (520) 235-3828 or rosam1942@ aol.com . Deadline for reservations is Sept. 18. Vine of Grace anniversary fashion show Saturday, Sept. 21, noon-3 p.m., Tucson Women’s Club, 6245 E. Bellevue St., Tucson Celebrating 20 years of ministry, the Vine of Grace retreat ministry will hold its annual raffle, luncheon and fashion show featuring the work of Whimsy of Tucson. Cost is $30. RSVP by Sept. 17 online at vineof- grace.org or call (520) 631-1408. Marian apparition celebrated in parishes Month of October, various parishes Martha Valukas, the first national volunteer ambas- sador for the National Shrine of Our Lady of Good Help in Champion, Wisconsin, will be speaking at four Tucson area parishes beginning Oct. 1. The only approved Marian apparition in the US occurred 160 years ago in the Diocese of Green Bay when the Blessed Mother appeared and spoke to Adele Brise. Valukas, a secular Carmelite in Tucson, will lead multimedia presentations at the following locations at the dates and times noted: St. Mark Parish, 2727 W. Tangerine Road, Oro Valley, Oct. 1, 8:45 a.m. and 6 p.m.; St. Pius X Parish, 1800 N. Camino Pio Decimo, Tucson, Oct. 8, 6:30 p.m.; St. Christopher Parish, 12101 W. Moore Road, Marana, Oct. 26, 2 p.m.; and Santa Catalina Parish, 14380 N. Oracle Road, Tucson, Oct. 29, 10 a.m. Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend Friday-Sunday, Oct. 4, 7 p.m.-Oct. 6, 4 p.m., Best Western Tucson Airport, 6801 S. Tucson Blvd., Tucson Worldwide Marriage Encounter helps couples deepen and strengthen their relationship with each other and with God. More information is available at (520) 477- 2121 or wwmearizona.com . Marriage Mass to celebrate anniversaries Sunday, Oct. 27, 2:30 p.m., St. Augustine Cathedral, 192 S. Stone Ave., Tucson Bishop Edward J. Weisenburger will be the main celebrant for the annual Mass Celebrating Wedding Anniversaries for couples marking their first, 10 th , 25 th , 50 th , 60 th or longer anniversary. Registration forms are available in parishes; deadline for registration is Sept. 27. Please submit completed forms to Isabel Madrid, P.O Box 31, Tucson AZ, 85702 or email them to imadrid@diocesetucson.org . St. Margaret Mary celebrates Fiesta Saturday, Sept. 8, 3:30-11 p.m., and Sunday, Sept. 9, 1-8 p.m., St. Margaret Mary Parish, 801 N. Grande Ave., Tucson The parish hosts its annual Fiesta, featuring food, live music, dancing, children’s games and a raffle. For more information, call the parish office, (520) 622- 0168. Our Lady Queen of All Saints to hold Fiesta Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 5-6, Our Lady Queen of All Saints Parish, 2915 E. 36 th St., Tucson The parish’s annual Fiesta will include live entertain- ment, food, games, raffles and door prizes. For more information, call the parish, (520) 622-8602. La par- roquia Reina de Todos Los Santos será la anfitriona de su F iesta anual, 5 y 6 de octubre del 2019 con entretenimiento en vivo, buena comida, juegos, rifas e incredíbles premios. Para obtener más información, comuníquese a la Parroquia al (520) 622-8602. Cathedral to hold Fall Fest, dinner/dance Saturday, Oct. 19, 5-10 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 20 8 a.m.-8 p.m., Msgr. Carrillo Placita at St. Augustine Cathedral, 192 S. Stone Ave., Tucson A Steak Dinner and Country Western Dance will begin the Fall Fest Fundraiser; tickets are available in advance for $20 at the parish office, $25 day of the event. Western dress recommended. Events the next day will include food booths, entertainment, kid’s zone, car show, raffles and dancing. For more infor- mation, call the parish office, (520) 623-6351. Santa Cruz sells bricks for garden Santa Cruz Parish Office, 1220 S. 6th Ave., Tucson Santa Cruz Parish is accepting orders for patio bricks for a garden in honor of Carmelite Brother Angel Ma- ria de San Jose (1898-1993). Bricks are $125 and may be inscribed with a loved one’s name, a Bible verse and other information. Orders can be placed at the parish office, (520) 623-3833. San Xavier Mission seeking docents Wednesday, Sept. 18, 10 a.m.-noon, St. Clare Room, San Xavier del Bac Mission, 1950 W. San Xavier Road, Tucson The Patronato San Xavier is recruiting volunteer docents to provide guided tours of the mission. The program began eight years ago and in 2018, docents led 1,771 guided tours for more than 32,000 people. Docent-led tours run Monday-Saturday, including special group and school tours. The training program includes six required sessions on Oct. 23 and 30; Nov. 6, 13, and 20; and Dec. 4. Participants receive in-depth information about the history and culture of the region and the mission, and they have opportuni- ties for ongoing educational experiences with experts in history, religion, culture, anthropology and art his- tory. To register, visit patronatosanxavier.org/about/ docents/ . St. Francis of Assisi celebrates feast day Saturday, Oct. 5th, 10 a.m. Blessing of the Animals; Sunday, Oct. 6, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m., Fiesta; St. Francis of Assisi Parish, 1815 S. 8th Ave., Yuma Parish ministry groups will host food booths, ac- tivities, games, dancing, performances and more. For more information, call (928)782-1875 or visit stfrancisyuma.com . IN YOUR AREA DIOCESAN EVENTS PIMA WEST VICARIATE PIMA SOUTH VICARIATE YUMA LA PAZ VICARIATE