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Watch the MHT Online massesThe recorded Sunday Masses are online. First available Sat at 4pm
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Ended - Sunday Holy Communion DistributionEnded May 30th 2021. For those who are homebound the recorded Sunday mass will still be available on the MHT Youtube Channel.
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Fr Jordan founder of the SalvatoriansRead about the history of the founder and the Salvatorians.
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MHT TaiZé videos
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Mother's Day video - Watch!
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NEW! MHT Easter Choir Video
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Called to be a Deacon?
Are you being nudged by the Holy Spirit to become a Deacon? Required Level 1 Sessions start this August.
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Diocese of Tucson lifts the dispensation from the Sunday Mass obligation (as of July 1st 2021)Diocese of Tucson lifts the dispensation from the Sunday Mass obligation
June 4 , 2021As of July 1, 2021, the general dispensation from the Sunday Mass obligation for the general public will cease. However, the dispensation from the Sunday Mass obligation remains in place for those at serious medical risk. Serious medical risk refers primarily to those with a chronic health condition, those providing direct care for the vulnerably ill, or those with a compromised immune system or other health condition that leaves them unable to be vaccinated.
In some respects, the language of “obligation” is unfortunate as it tends to speak of something unpleasant. Nevertheless, the language of obligation is not entirely inappropriate. Indeed, most cultures make obligatory those things that are deeply treasured, such as education for children. For faithful Catholics the primary motivation to participate in Sunday Mass should be a sincere desire to encounter Christ in the Eucharist and to gather in community. Many have said to our clergy that they have greatly missed participating at Mass in person. I pray that same holy longing is in each of our hearts.
Gathering in community to celebrate the Eucharist is a most serious matter, originating in the Commandments given by God to the Jewish people. The first Christians quickly recognized that all things were made new by the death and resurrection of Jesus. It was within this spirit that the Commandment to keep holy the Sabbath was transferred from the last day of the week (Saturday) to the day of Jesus’ resurrection, the first day of the week (Sunday). Nevertheless, the obligation has never been without exception. Canon Law for the Roman Catholic Church notes that while Sundays are holy days of obligation, there always have been exceptions for people in serious situations. Not only the local bishop but also pastors can dispense members of their congregations from the Sunday Mass obligation for a proportionate reason.
As noted above, the current dispensation from Sunday Mass attendance remains in place for those at serious risk of the Covid-19 virus. This will require a prudent evaluation on the part of responsible Catholics. In traditional Catholic theology a prudent decision flows from a properly formed conscience. Those at serious risk should have a clear conscience in refraining from in-person gatherings of any kind at our churches. But those who are comfortable dining at restaurants, shopping for non-essentials, traveling, or engaging in other public activities would have no legitimate reason to claim the dispensation.
It also must be noted that the recent and creative uses of technology to serve the faithful have been a blessing. Many are truly unable to leave their homes or care facilities and they have found live-streamed, televised or internet Masses, holy hours, and other events to be a great spiritual comfort. While pastors are prudent to continue at least some of these services offered via technology in the future we must be careful not to allow this blessing to substitute for gathering around the altar of the Lord in person and receiving Christ sacramentally. The Judeo-Christian history is one of encountering God through actual lived community, and community is built and sustained through actual lived interaction with other believers. There is no tradition of privatized religion within Catholicism. The ease or convenience of religious offerings via television or the internet can never legitimately replace a lived experience of community. For this reason, the use of televised or internet liturgies can never replace in-person worship for those who are capable of participating in parish life. Moreover, to choose not to participate personally in Mass when we are capable of doing so is to deprive ourselves of the immeasurable spiritual graces that can be received only by active participation with others in the Mass.
Most Reverend Edward J. Weisenburger
Bishop of Tucson
Diocese of Tucson - New Outlook online:
https://news.diocesetucson.org/news/dispensation-from-the-sunday-mass-obligation-is-lifted
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No reservations needed for masses - Read the changes
Returning to Church
Beginning next weekend, (22nd / 23rd) the Feast of Pentecost, under the direction of Bishop Weisenburger and the Pima County Health Department, we will be implementing the following changes that bring us back to normal celebration of Eucharist at MHT for all who are fully vaccinated. All these changes follow CDC guidance.
Per the request of the bishop, and in order to care for our members who still are not vaccinated or for those who are still hesitant to attend a crowded liturgy, one mass (5:30 pm on Saturday) will continue to follow strict Covid protocols.
Changes at Masses beginning on Pentecost.
• Reservations will no longer be required for attendance at mass
• Masks will be optional at all but one mass. (See Schedule below)
• Music group and singing will resume
• Social distancing will be dispensed at all but one mass. (See Schedule below)
Revised Mass Schedule beginning on the Feast of Pentecost
Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd
4 pm Mass - No masks / No social distancing. Masks optional.
5:30 Covid 19 Protocol Mass: Required Masks & Social Distancing
(6 pm Saturday mass changed to 5:30pm)
7:30 am Mass - No masks / No social distancing. Masks optional.
9:00 am Mass - No masks / No social distancing. Masks optional.
11:00 am Mass - No masks / No social distancing. Masks optional.
Except for the 5:30 pm mass, masks will be optional.
Some people will opt to celebrate without masks while some of our people will want to continue to wear mask until they feel more comfortable.
We are all in different places with mask usage so we must respect where everyone is at concerning the use of masks. If you are not vaccinated yet for Covid we encourage you to protect yourself and attend our 5:30 pm mass that will still follow the protocols of safety. We also encourage you to get vaccinated as soon as possible.
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Vaccine clinic at MHT & regular unrestricted masses
Moving to a Better Future – One Arm at a Time
As we move forward, I have realized how much we have changed for the better in one year. Last year at this time we were still on total lockdown. No public masses, no public communion and only outdoor confessions. We barely left our houses out of fear of the pandemic. How much has changed since that time.
Today we have been informed by Bishop Weisenburger that regular unrestricted masses will begin on the Feast of Pentecost. This means the end of reservations, opening up of closed pews and no social distancing for all who are fully vaccinated. We will still offer one mass with full Covid protocols at 5:30 pm on Saturdays (formally the 6 pm mass) for all who are still worried about crowds or who are not fully vaccinated.
We have come a long way and I believe we will continue to have progress. However, if we want to get to the finish line, we must get vaccinated. That’s the bottom line. At Most Holy Trinity we are now putting this belief into action by collaborating with the Pima County Health Department and the diocese to offer vaccines here at the church. On May 23rd, and June 20th from 11 am until 2 pm, vaccines will be offered for all who need to receive one. As with all the vaccinations, these vaccines are free.
Who can get the vaccine at this clinic?Age: Adults 18+ Type: Moderna
If you want to ask, why should I receive a vaccine, look no further than January when the state and nation was going through a catastrophic level of infections and death. I knew of few people who were not terrified they would be next. Today, we see a dramatic difference because of the vaccinations in Pima Country. Infections are below 100 per day with few deaths. As of this letter the CDC has announced that all who are fully vaccinated do not need to use masks either outside or inside. Fantastic news because people did their part.
National vaccine campaigns are not new. The one vaccine that most impressed me as a child was the Polio campaign. The entire community came to support each other and beat down that terrible disease. It worked amazingly well. It worked because everyone participated for love of family and country. We can do that again and we should.
Sadly, some folks have been seduced by crazy rumors and conspiracy theories about the vaccine. Some think it is important to make a political statement. How utterly sad. Our church, under Pope Francis’ guidance is making it crystal clear that vaccination is more than a personal safety measure to protect family and friends. Pope Francis has declared it a moral imperative and a human right that all people receive the vaccine.
This vaccination clinic will help many of our friends receive these lifesaving vaccines. It will make their lives and your life safer as we move forward toward normalcy. On the other side of this letter is more information on the vaccination clinic at MHT.
Yours in the Savior,
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Fr jordan - Salvatorians founder Beatification - EWTN
EWTN - Saturday May 15th - ARIZONA -
1:30 AM
New! BEATIFICATION OF SALVATORIAN FOUNDER FRANCIS MARY OF THE CROSS JORDAN
Live from the Basilica of St. John Lateran in Rome, watch the Beatification of Francis Mary of the Cross Jordan. This German Catholic priest and founder of the Salvatorians is under review for possible canonization. (120 minutes)
Encore (rebroadcast)
Saturday, May 15 at 8:00 AM
For other time zones in the USA click the image below to go to EWTN's weekly TV schedule. Select Saturday 15th - in red.
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Diana Akroush, CCD Director is retiring
Diana Akroush, our CCD director, is retiring after many years of service educating our children about the faith. She was instrumental in redeveloping our CCD program and was an amazing partner in our two pilgrimages to the Holy Land. Her many gifts will be missed. On behalf of the parish I want to thank Diana for her service and love of our parish. Along with you I wish her the very best in her new journey in life.
All the best Diana.
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Annual Catholic Appeal
Please read Fr Tom's letter on the 2021 Annual Catholic Appeal.
Click this link to read the MHT Annual Catholic Appeals letter
Persevering in Hope
Click this link to learn more and to donate to the ACA
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Office visits by appointment only
The office is open for phone calls and to schedule appointments by phone only. Monday - Thursday 8:30am to 2:30pm
Closed - Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Call the parish office in case of emergencies. 520-884-9021
Non-emergencies email us at: info@mhtparish.org.
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THE NEW OUTLOOK
Diocese of Tucson News OnlineA Message from Bishop Weisenburger
THE NEW OUTLOOK
Diocese of Tucson News Online
I would like to be able to share important news and updates with you directly. If you are not already receiving in your email the new Diocese of Tucson on-line news service, “The New Outlook,” then simply take the following steps to enroll. Text DOTNEWS to 84576 to automatically sign up for the free diocesan weekly news service. You can opt to receive all updates by email. Keep up to speed on what is happening in the local Church and the whole Catholic world. Join me for mass online and learn about Diocesan events. See you online.
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Mensaje del Obispo Weisenburger
THE NEW OUTLOOK
Noticias en Línea de la Diócesis de Tucson
Me gustaría poder compartir directamente a ustedes, noticias importantes y actualizaciones. Si ya en su correo electrónico no está recibiendo este nuevo servicio de noticias en Línea de la Diócesis de Tucson, "The New Outlook", entonces simplemente envíe DOTNEWS en un mensaje de texto al 84576 para inscribirse automáticamente en el servicio de noticias semanal gratuito de la Diócesis. Puede elegir recibir todas las actualizaciones por correo electrónico. Manténgase al tanto de lo que sucede en la Iglesia local y en todo el mundo católico. Únase conmigo en la misa virtual y conozca acerca de los eventos diocesanos. Nos vemos en línea.
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FREE COVID-19 VACCINES
Date: Sunday May 23rd 2021
Time: 11am -2:00pm
Location: Most Holy Trinity
Address: 1300 N Greasewood Rd, Tucson AZ 85745
Who can get the caccine at this clinic?
Adults 18+ Type: Moderna
No health insturance needed.
Need transportation?
Contact Sun VAn at 520-798-1000 7am-4pm
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mass times - NEW
starting May 22nd/23rd- Saturday: 4:00 PM EnglishEnglishEN NO Masks & NO Social Distancing. 5:30 PM EnglishEnglishEN Required: Masks & Social Distancing.
- Sunday: 7:30 AM EnglishEnglishEN NO Masks & NO Social Distancing. 9:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN NO Masks & NO Social Distancing. 11:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN NO Masks & NO Social Distancing.
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Ended May 30th 2021 - No Communion Distribution
NO SUNDAY Holy Communion Distribution. Ended May 30th 2021
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Confession Times
- Saturday: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Saturday April 10th from 10am-11am
Confessions are Drive-up Confessions. Days / hours will be posted right here on the HOME page of the website OR sign up above for MHT Flocknote Text messaging and you will be notified by text when Confessions will be available. -
Reflection on Spiritual Communion Prayer
In his 2003 Encyclical Letter, Ecclesia de Eucharistia, Pope St. John Paul II offers a beautiful instruction on the Eucharist as the center of our life in Christ. In these days of set back and confinement when we are unable to receive Holy Communion in the usual way, his words can be a support and encouragement.
Read full reflection. Click this link
Pope St. John Paul II
2003 Encyclical Letter, Ecclesia de Eucharistia.
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Home Resources for covid times
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News
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June 4June 4, 2021 As of July 1, 2021, the general dispensation from the Sunday Mass obligation for the general public will cease. However, the dispensation from the Sunday Mass obligation remains in place for those at serious medical risk. Serious medical risk refers primarily to those with a chronic health condition, those providing direct care for the vulnerably ill, or those with a compromised immune system or other health condition that leaves them unable to be vaccinated.Read More
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May 15Words of thanks by Fr. Milton Zonta SDS General Superior of the Society of the Divine Saviour Beatification Ceremony of Francis Jordan Saint John in Lateran (Rome) – 15 May 2021Read More
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May 14Moving to a Better Future – One Arm at a Time As we move forward, I have realized how much we have changed for the better in one year. Last year at this time we were still on total lockdown. No public masses, no public communion and only outdoor confessions. We barely left our houses out of fear of the pandemic. How much has changed since that time. Today we have been informed by Bishop Weisenburger that regular unrestricted masses will begin on the Feast of Pentecost. (read more)Read More
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May 14Returning to Church Beginning next weekend, (22nd / 23rd) the Feast of Pentecost, under the direction of Bishop Weisenburger and the Pima County Health Department, we will be implementing the following changes that bring us back to normal celebration of Eucharist at MHT for all who are fully vaccinated. All these changes follow CDC guidance. (read more)Read More
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May 11BEATIFICATION CEREMONY SET FOR SALVATORIANS’ FOUNDER ‘Venerable’ Father Francis Jordan soon to be called ‘Blessed’ Milwaukee, Wis. – The Basilica of St. John Lateran in Rome, Italy will be the site of the beatification of Salvatorian Founder, Venerable Father Francis Mary of the Cross Jordan. The ceremony will take place on May 15, 2021. (Click to read the full article)Read More
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Parish Publications
- Trintiy Times May 2020
- Trinity Times October 2019
- Trinity Times December 2018
- Conquering Our Deepest Fear, A Letter from Fr. Tom
- Letter from the Pastor on Pennsylvania Events
- Parish Construction Updates
- Bishop Weisenburger's Letter on Immigration Issues
- Hope in A Time of Fear & Anger
- A Christmas Letter from The Pastor
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Today's Readings
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Reading I 2 Cor 8:1-9Responsorial Psalm 146:2, 5-6ab, 6c- 7, 8-9aGospel Mt 5:43-48
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