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Lectors and commentators

The Lector is instituted to proclaim the readings from Sacred Scripture, with the exception of the Gospel.  People who are truly suited to carry out this function and are carefully prepared present to the faithful so that they develop a living affection for the Sacred Scripture. (GIRM #98) 
Training and background checks are required.  Please contact Deacon Dan at 520-327-6015, Ext 108
 

Altar Servers

Altar Servers take responsibility for freeing the presider from various details so he may give full attention to presiding. They assist with the book of prayers (Missal) and help at the altar taking care of the candles, cross, and incense with reverence. This ministry is open to youth members who have received all of the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism & First Communion).  Please contact Deacon Dan at the Parish office.  520-327-6015.  Ext 108.  
Training is required.  

Music Ministry

 If you are interested in singing or playing an instrument within our Music ministry.  The Director position is currently open.  If you are interested in the position call Father Ricky at 520-327-6015.  

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

Ministers assist the Priest and Deacon in the distribution of Holy Communion during the Communion Rite.   Extraordinary Ministers have a reverence and dignity for the Eucharist. Our Diocese requires all Extraordinary Ministers to receive training and be certified in order to participate in this ministry. Please call Patricia Grabher or Deacon Dan at 520-327-6015.  

Ushers

Ushers welcome the community and are responsible for the care of the assembly. Their duties include facilitating the offertory and special collections, assuring that offertory gifts are brought forward, facilitating the assembly’s movement to communion, distributing bulletins, taking care of medical emergencies, and seeing to the individual needs of the faithful.  Please contact the Parish office for more information.  

Baptism

Congratulations to all new parents and welcome to the children!
Through the Sacrament of Baptism, we are freed from original sin and reborn as sons of God; we become members of Christ, are incorporated into the Church, and sharers of her Mission. (CCC1213).    
We, the Parish Community of Saints Peter & Paul, pray that our words and actions may lead these newly baptized children to the wonder of God's love for them. We pledge our prayer and support to you, the parents, and families who have been gifted with these children.
The Infant Baptism Process
This program is for Infants and children up to Kindergarten. 
1. Interview with the Baptism Coordinator. During this conversation, parents are asked to articulate why they are choosing to have their child baptized in the Catholic Church and do they understand and commit to living out the vow they are making during the baptism rite.
2. Please call the Baptism Coordinator, Chet Pawlowski Jr., at 520-327-6015 ext. #114 to have Baptisms scheduled and questions answered.   
Older Children Baptism Program
This program is for Children from First grade through Sixth Grade. 
 To scheduled Baptisms and have preparation questions answered, please call Deacon Dan at 520-327-6015, Ext 108.   
Additional Information

• Parents must live within the boundaries of Saints Peter & Paul Parish and be registered parishioners.
• If you belong to another parish and are requesting to have your child baptized at Saints Peter & Paul for family reasons, we must have a letter of permission from your parish to celebrate the baptism.
• Please be aware of the criteria set by Canon Law for godparents. One godparent must be at least 16 years old, confirmed Catholic, practicing their faith, and in good standing with the Church. 

Sacrament of Reconciliation

The priests will hear confessions on Saturdays or by appointment.  Please see the Home page under Confessions for times.     

Confirmation

8th Grade Confirmation

 The 8th-grade students that attend our SSPP School and who wish to be confirmed this year are invited to participate in preparation sessions starting in August. The preparation classes are held during regular school class times.  
The 8th Grade students not attending the SSPP School and who wish to be confirmed this year are invited to participate in our Religious Education (CCD) program.  
For more information about RE and Sacramental Preparation classes at Saints Peter & Paul, contact the Parish Office.  See the registration form under the Religious Education tab on the Home page. 

Adult Confirmation

Adults who wish to be confirmed are invited to participate in a special formation series to prepare them to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. If you are an adult who desires to receive Confirmation, please contact Deacon Dan at the Parish office.   520-327-6015

First Holy Communion

The Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Communion are normally celebrated during a child’s second-grade year. Our Religious Education (CCD) program prepares second-grade students as well as older students that need to prepare to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation and First Holy Communion.   Learn about our Religious Education programs.

Parents must be registered members of Saints Peter & Paul and have completed all paperwork required of the Faith Formation department. 
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Sacramental Preparation for Saints Peter and Paul School students
Saints Peter & Paul School students are prepared for the Sacrament of Reconciliation and First Holy Communion during their regular school class times. 
Questions?
For more information about RE and Sacramental Preparation please contact the parish office. 
 

Sacrament of Anointing

Sacrament of Anointing

The priests at SS. Peter & Paul are available 24 hours every day to administer the Sacrament to our brothers and sisters who may be ill. They are available for visits to patients at the hospital and parishioners who call from home. This Sacrament is also administered to those who are able to stop by at the Parish Church before going to the hospital. At the hospital, the family members of patients do let the hospital reach out for the priests when there is a need for the Sacrament. Part of the intention for the anointing of the sick is for healing.

On Thursday before every first Friday, there is Eucharistic adoration from 9:00 am until noon. At noon there is Benediction and Mass for healing. Within the celebration of the Mass, those present and in need of the Sacrament do have the chance to be anointed for healing. More Information coming soon.

Sacrament of Holy Orders

Find out more here.

Marriage

The priests of the parish are happy and willing to accompany couples in their preparation for marriage. It is their pleasure to celebrate wedding liturgies, as they share in the joy of those who receive this Sacrament of Holy Matrimony. They are also available to provide the needed spiritual support to married couples on their life journey together. Let us continue to pray for families, and for blessings upon all who have the call to married life.
Please call the Parish Office at least  6 months in advance of the date you wish to receive the Sacrament of Matrimony.  We want to help you prepare for your marriage. For Marriage Prep, contact the parish office at 520-327-6015.

Worldwide Marriage Encounter
Worldwide Marriage Encounter offers a weekend experience designed to give married couples the opportunity to learn a technique of loving communication that they can use for the rest of their lives.  Join the millions of couples who have learned how to keep their marriage vibrant and alive.
520-327-6015 

Knights of Columbus

Visit the website here.

Saint Vincent de Paul

Mission Statement of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul
The mission of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is to encourage the spiritual growth of its members, volunteers, and benefactors; to encourage fellowship while serving those in need and to provide an opportunity to others to serve those in need.  Inspired by the Gospel values, the Society offers person-to-person service to the needy and suffering, regardless of race, origin, religion, or gender.

We Can Help

The Sts. Peter and Paul Conference of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is here to help those in need within our parish boundaries.   Some types of assistance we are able to provide include; Food, rent, utilities, clothing, furniture, and referrals to other social service agencies.   This assistance is based on available funds.   The only funds we receive are from the poor boxes in church and special donations from our parishioners.   We do not receive any government funding or money from other agencies or businesses.

All of our assistance is provided through home visits, and no assistance is given from the parish office.   To schedule a home visit please call 520-327-6015 ext. 3 between the hours of 9:00 am and 3:00 pm, Tuesday through Friday.   Home visits are normally scheduled for Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.

We Need Your Help

Catholic in character, the Society is open to all who wish to live their faith by loving and serving their neighbor. There are no exclusions based on gender, age, race, or ethnic background.   Diversity within a conference is both welcomed and healthy.  In the Sts. Peter & Paul Parish Conference we have a diverse membership of ethnicities, male and female, of varying ages including single and married workers and retirees.

Regular meetings of the Conference are essential and are held every Monday evening at 6:30 pm in Madonna Hall.   At the weekly meetings, we have a spiritual up-lifting by our spiritual advisor, schedule home visits for the upcoming week, discuss the previous week’s home visits, as well as any business of the Conference.   We try to conduct our business within one hour. Person-to-person contact with the needy in their homes is the most basic and necessary Vincentian activity. Person-to-person contact in other settings is appropriate, but the “home visit” is preferred. Visits are always made by two persons.

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers you an opportunity to live out your Catholic faith, by helping the poor.  If you are interested please come to one of our Monday night meetings or call the parish office at (520) 327-6015.

We Need Your Support

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Sts. Peter & Paul Conference relies on monetary donations placed in the Poor Boxes near the doors in church or checks and cash placed in the collection baskets at Masses.   When a 5th Sunday occurs in a month a special collection is taken for providing help to the poor. Also, donations of clothing, furniture, appliances, household items, toys, etc. can be made to our thrift stores.   Call 622-2821 for a pick-up of your donations, or take your donations to one of our St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Stores.   Stores are located at 820 S. Sixth Ave. (at 18th St.) and 5426 E. Pima St. (west of Craycroft Rd.)  Our thrift stores provide our conference and all the conferences all over Tucson with the furniture and other items that we give to families. Your donations are vital to this part of our ministry

Respect Life Ministry

The Respect Life ministry promotes the sanctity of all life.  Jesus commands us to love our neighbor as ourselves, and He gives us many, many opportunities to demonstrate that love, care, and concern for the most vulnerable of our neighbors here in Tucson. Through both prayer and action, this ministry aspires to affirm and defend the human dignity of all, from conception until natural death. In monthly meetings, we inform and educate members so that they are inspired to take action and motivated to share what they learn with others in the parish. The church bulletin boards and Flocknotes maintained by the Respect Life ministry also encourage a ripple effect of support for the weak, the defenseless, and the marginalized.

The level of involvement in this ministry varies with each member, depending on their time, talent, and treasure. All three are needed to educate and affect change in our society until all human beings are recognized as children of God, created in His image, and deserving of legal protection.   

As Catholics, we are called to defend life. This ministry will guide and support you through the many ways one can be a witness to others in and outside of the parish. Those who wish to walk with and support the vulnerable in our midst are invited to contact Jody Gregston or Ana Sanquineti through the parish office.