Immaculate Conception

Mon: - 9:30 AM (Spanish) Mass for Heriberto Bojorquez & Gilberto Araujo. - 11:15 AM (English) Mass for Jesus Miravete & others. - 1:00 PM (Spanish) Mass for Roberton Clinton Moon.

Confessions are held on Saturdays at 11 AM, Tuesdays at 5 PM, or by appointment. Adoration is on Thursdays from 9 AM to 7 PM.

Registration for Adult Confirmation will begin on September 14th. Baptismal and First Holy Communion certificates are required for registration. Contact the Parish Office for more information.

Marriage preparation is required at least 6 months prior to the proposed date. Contact a priest or deacon for details. At least one party must be a practicing Catholic registered at St. Francis Parish.

Fr. Abundio Colazo Lopez expresses gratitude for the warm welcome and support from the St. Francis of Assisi community. He looks forward to continuing the mission together and asks for prayers and support.

Please join us in prayer for the following intentions this week: Sunday: 7:45 AM - Sister Terese Auer, 9:30 AM - Aurelia Jacueline Garcia, 11:15 AM - Brandon Corona and Greg McShane. Tuesday: 1:00 PM - Edgar Gutierrez and Teresa Ramirez. Wednesday: 6:30 PM - Knights of Columbus. Thursday: Saint Gregory the Great, Pope and Doctor of the Church. Saturday: 9:00 AM - Elizabeth Gallegos and 6:00 PM - Carlos Ruben Ramos and Roberto Siqueiros.

Join us for a special celebration honoring Father Emilio for his dedicated service to our parish on Sunday, August 30th. Mass starts at 7:45 AM, followed by a day-long gathering in the Parish Hall. Share your memories and gratitude with Father Emilio as we bid him farewell!

The Food Pantry distribution takes place every Tuesday from 7 AM to 9 AM. Your support is greatly appreciated. Canned vegetables, soups, and dry pinto beans are currently in need. Consider donating to help families in our community facing food shortages.

We are seeking a part-time cook to prepare lunch for our priests Monday through Friday and assist with light cleaning tasks. If interested, please apply through our website and complete the Diocese of Tucson Safe Environment Program. Interviews will begin shortly.

Marriage preparation is a requirement of the Diocese of Tucson. Couples contemplating marriage should contact the priest or deacon at least 6 months before the proposed date. At least one party must be a practicing Catholic registered at our parish. For details, please contact the Parish Office.

Registration for all youth and teen Sacrament Classes is open until Friday, August 28th. Please visit the Religious Education Office for registration between 12PM-2PM and 3PM-6PM. Ensure you have all required documentation. For more details, visit

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Join the Basic Bible Course focusing on Acts of the Apostles, the Epistles, and Revelation. Explore the birth of the Church, apostolic missions, essential teachings, and Christ's message of hope. Every Monday from August 24 to October 5, 2026, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM in Salón San Juan Diego. Open to all ages. Register at the Parish Office.

Confessions are held on Saturdays at 11AM, Tuesdays at 5PM, or by appointment. Please call the parish office to schedule a confession time.

Sunday, August 23 - Offering prayers for various intentions. Check the bulletin for a detailed list of Mass intentions for the upcoming days. Your presence at Mass is a blessing.

Join us in bidding farewell to Fr. Emilio on Sunday, August 30th. The day begins with Mass at 7:45 AM, followed by a day-long event in the Parish Hall to share memories and well-wishes with Fr. Emilio. Breakfast and lunch will be provided.

Aug 16 - 20: Confessions on Sat 11AM & Tue 5PM. Baptism preparation classes required by Diocese of Tucson, call for details. Rachel’s Vineyard retreat Aug 21-23 for healing after pregnancy loss. Youth Sacrament Class registration open until Aug 28. Employment opportunity available for part-time cook for priests.

Marriage preparation required by Diocese of Tucson, contact priest or deacon 6 months before proposed date. Vocations Ministry encourages courage and perseverance in discerning a vocation. Talk to Fr. Roberto for more info.

Mass intentions from Aug 16 - 23. Please donate to support St. Vincent de Paul, St. Francis Pantry, and Assumption of Mary. Thank you for your generosity.

Children's Liturgy resumes at 11:15AM Mass. Volunteers needed for this ministry. Urgent need for catechist teachers for next school year, training provided.

Fr. Chapa expresses gratitude for 12 years at the parish. Moving to Tucson, new pastor introduced. Farewell party on Aug 30. Support your new pastor as you have supported me. Stay faithful and persevere. God has plans for us.