Dear Parishioners of St. John The events of last week with violence in our capital, as well as the increasing numbers of Covid-19 infections leading to more sickness and death are extremely saddening for me and I believe for you since we share a common Christian concern for others. We must remember the experience of the disciples on their way to Emmaus on Sunday after experiencing the passion and death of Jesus crucified. They, too, were dejected and downtrodden. However on that day they experienced the presence and accompaniment of the risen Christ who journeyed by their side. He teaches them the meaning of the Scriptures foretelling His death and resurrection by which many would be saved. Then, anticipating our celebration of the mass, in the breaking of bread they recognize the risen Lord. Jesus is Alive in his Word and in the Sacrament of the Eucharist. The disciple’s hearts were left burning with desire and joy for our Lord. We too must express our burning desire for Jesus who is by our side and the hope and prayer that violence, sickness, and death will be overcome. Please offer your family rosaries for these intentions. Yours in Christ, Msgr. Raul P. Trevizo Pastor | Estimados Feligreses de San Juan, Los acontecimientos de la semana pasada con la violencia en nuestra Capital tanto como el número de infectados del Covid-19 que ha llevado en aumento el número de enfermos y muertos me ha entristecido mucho, y creo que a Ustedes también ya que juntos como cristianos nos preocupamos por los demás. Recordemos la experiencia de los discípulos en el Camino de Emaús en el domingo después de haber experimentado la muerte de Jesús crucificado. Ellos también se sentían entristecidos y abrumados. Sin embargo, en ese domingo fueron testigos de la presencia y acompañamiento del Cristo resucitado que caminaba a su lado. Él les enseña el significado de las escrituras que presagiaban que por su muerte y resurrección muchos serian salvados. Entonces, anticipando nuestra celebración de la Santa Misa, en la fracción del pan conocen al Señor resucitado. Jesús vive en su palabra y en el sacramento de la Eucaristía. Los corazones de los discípulos ardían de deseo y alegría por nuestro Señor. Nosotros, también, debemos expresar nuestro deseo ardiente por Jesús que nos acompaña y esperar y orar que la violencia, la enfermedad y la muerte serán vencidas. Por favor ofrezcan su Rosario en familia por estas intenciones. Su servidor en Cristo, |
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![]() Due to pandemic-related unemployment, the Tucson metro area is experiencing a tremendous need for food. We have a lot of hungry people, and they deserve our help. As Jesus reminds us in the Scriptures “what you do for the least among you, you do for me.” Now is the time for those whose financial situation has not been greatly impacted by the pandemic to come together to feed the hungry Christ in our midst. Catholic Community Services and the Diocese of Tucson is partnering with seven Tucson area parishes for a critical food drive next week, Monday May 11th through Saturday May 16th. Non-perishable food items will be dropped off at the church. Those receiving the food donations will be using gloves and masks and donors will not be permitted to exit their cars. Please note that different parishes throughout the Diocese of Tucson will be open on different days of the week and only during the morning hours (7:00 a.m. – 11:00 A.M.). Those unable to purchase food or drop it off may make an on-line donation to Catholic Community Services and others will do the shopping and deliver for you! For a list of parish drop-off sites, the schedule for which days they will be open next week, and the kinds of non-perishable food most needed, please see the flier on the front page of the Diocese of Tucson web site. The need is critical. I humbly ask you to respond generously. And please remember, it is Christ we are serving. May God bless you abundantly. +Edward J. Weisenburger Bishop of Tucson
The Importance of the Church in these Times / La importancia de la iglesia en estos tiempos3/26/2020
¡Viva Cristo Rey!
¡Viva la Virgen de Guadalupe!
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