On behalf of the St. Christopher parish family, Father Edson would like to express sincere thanks to everyone who supported the Mary’s Pantry ministry. One of the lead volunteers, Carol Van Price, asked that we express her heartfelt thanks to all of you who have supported Mary’s Pantry with groceries and financial contributions. We are sad to see the ministry come to a close, but the donations will not go to waste. They will be utilized to give aid to the poor, as intended. As Carol stated in her letter, the volunteers of this program worked very hard and brought a special gift to those in need these past years. Thank you especially to Marie, Carol, Mary, and the late Sally. Helping the poor builds treasure in heaven.
There will be a potluck for Fr. Mom, former parish priest at St. Christopher, on Friday, August 16th at St. Margaret Mary parish in their Guadalupe Hall. Please call their parish office at 520-622-0168 for more information.
This Thursday, 15 August, is the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. It is a Holy Day of Obligation in all dioceses of the United States. All Catholics are obliged to attend Mass this Thursday. In addition to our 8:30 a.m. Mass, there will be an additional Mass at 6:30 p.m. The parish office will be closed for the day.
For the victims of the recent violence in El Paso, Texas and Dayton, Ohio. That the wounded will heal, the dead will know eternal life, and those who are mourning will know hope. We also pray for an end to racial hatred, intolerance, and violence in our day. We pray to the Lord; Lord heard our Prayer.
The new sign postings at St. Christopher are in conjunction with Diocesan safety recommendations. They ensure that our parish facility, while always a place of welcome, is also a place of safety and security for our parish family.