St. Mary's Parish Update

for April 17th, 2026

Here is the latest news from

St. Mary's Kingman,

as of 04/17/2026:

Parish Announcement - Feasibility Study

For more than 100 years, the faithful of St. Mary have gathered to celebrate the Eucharist, to grow in faith, and to serve our community. Each generation has responded to the needs of its time with prayerful reflection and thoughtful action.

As our parish continues to grow and our ministries remain active, parish leadership has identified the need to evaluate our current gathering and ministry space. To carefully assess these needs and determine whether a Parish Center project should move forward, we will begin a ten-week Feasibility Study starting the third week of February and continuing through May 30.

We are working with Trinidad Catholic Fundraising, a bilingual, certified Catholic fundraising firm (CFRE International) with 28 years of experience serving parishes and dioceses, to assist us in conducting this process in an organized and objective manner.

It is important to be clear: this is not a fundraising campaign. No financial commitments are being requested at this time, and no final decisions have been made.
This study is simply a time of listening and evaluation.

While the study will unfold over ten weeks, the most active phase will take place during the month of May. During that time:
• Every registered household will receive a brochure and survey by mail.
• The survey will also be available online.
• Selected parishioners will be invited to participate in confidential interviews.

The results of the study will be reviewed and summarized for the parish. Based on the feedback received, leadership will determine the appropriate next steps.

Your voice matters. Please keep our parish in your prayers during this important time of discernment.

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Anuncio parroquial: Estudio de viabilidad

Durante más de 100 años, los fieles de Santa María se han reunido para celebrar la Eucaristía, crecer en la fe y servir a nuestra comunidad. Cada generación ha respondido a las necesidades de su tiempo con reflexión orante y acción responsable.

A medida que nuestra parroquia continúa creciendo y nuestros ministerios permanecen activos, el liderazgo parroquial ha identificado la necesidad de evaluar nuestros espacios actuales de reunión y ministerio. Para analizar cuidadosamente estas necesidades y determinar si un proyecto de Centro Parroquial debe avanzar, iniciaremos un Estudio de Factibilidad de diez semanas comenzando la tercera semana de febrero y continuando hasta el 30 de mayo.

Estamos trabajando con Trinidad Catholic Fundraising, una firma católica bilingüe certificada en recaudación de fondos (CFRE International) con 28 años de experiencia sirviendo a parroquias y diócesis, para ayudarnos a llevar a cabo este proceso de manera organizada y objetiva.

Es importante aclarar: esto no es una campaña de recaudación de fondos todavia. No se están solicitando compromisos financieros y no se han tomado decisiones finales.
Este estudio es simplemente un tiempo de escucha y evaluación.

Aunque el estudio se desarrollará durante diez semanas, la fase más activa tendrá lugar durante el mes de mayo. Durante ese tiempo:
• Cada hogar registrado recibirá por correo un folleto y una encuesta.
• La encuesta también estará disponible en línea.
• Algunos feligreses seleccionados serán invitados a participar en entrevistas confidenciales.

Los resultados del estudio serán revisados y resumidos para la parroquia. Con base en los comentarios recibidos, el liderazgo determinará los próximos pasos apropiados.

Su voz es importante. Por favor mantengan a nuestra parroquia en sus oraciones durante este importante tiempo de discernimiento.

Confession Cancelled for April 25th

There will be no confession on Saturday, April 25th. The regular confession schedule will resume the following week (May 2nd).

The Rite of Election

March 7th, 2026

On March 7th, our parish hosted the Rite of Election for those being baptized and confirmed at the Easter Vigil. We were joined by candidates from St. Margaret Mary parish (Bullhead City) and Our Lady of the Lake (Lake Havasu City).

Chrism Mass

March 30th, 2026 at S.S. Simon & Jude Cathedral, Phoenix, AZ

Bishop John Dolan, along with Auxiliary Bishop Eduardo Nevares, Auxiliary Bishop Peter Dai Bui, and Bishop Emeritus Thomas Olmsted, celebrated the annual Chrism Mass on Monday, March 30th, 2026, at Ss. Simon and Jude Cathedral in Phoenix.

They were joined by almost 200 priests (including our own Fr. Chris!), which is the largest in attendance in more than a decade. The blessed oils will be used throughout the year in our parish for confirmation, baptism, holy orders, and anointing of the sick.

The Washing of the Feet

April 2nd, 2026

Holy Thursday was celebrated with a Mass of the Lord's Supper and the Washing of the Feet. Twelve parishioners had their feet washed by Fr. Chris, with the Religious Education classes seated in the front row to witness the act of service.

This Sunday!

Knights of Columbus

Appreciation Pancake Breakfast

Knights of Columbus 3145 invites St. Mary’s Parish to a complimentary “Thank You” Appreciation Pancake Breakfast, for all of your support for our functions during the year.

When: Sunday April 19, 2026 Time: 10am to 12pm
Where: St. Mary’s Parish Hall

Menu:
Pancakes, scrambled eggs, potatoes O’ Brien, coffee, tea and orange juice

Upcoming Retrouvaille Weekend to help for hurting married couples

We are a group of married Catholic’s who have or are still struggling with our marriages. We help one another with a way to open the lines of communication in order to honor the vows we made with God and each other.

April 17-19, 2026
Confidential Inquiries: 602–254-6723
Email 4001@helpourmarriage.org

Ephphatha
Diocese of Phoenix Catholic Charismatic Conference
Friday, May 1st- Saturday, May 2nd

- Encounter the Spirit - Receive the Fire -

- Be sent on Mission -

After he looked up to heaven,

he sighed and said “Ephphatha!”

(which means “Be opened!”):

Luke 7:34

When:

Friday, May 1st, 7-9pm

Saturday, May 2nd, 9am-9pm

Youth Track - Saturday, May 2nd, 9am-9pm

Where:

St. John Vianney Catholic School Campus

539 E. La Pasada Blvd., Goodyear, AZ 85338

Belles' Cinco de Mayo Celebration

The Belles of St. Mary cordially invite you to the parish hall for our

Cinco de Mayo celebration!

Advice & Aid Pregnancy Center’s

Annual Benefit Tea

Join us for a celebration with music by local gifted

musicians, tea, and desserts with a family of supporters, friends, and guests.

We offer complimentary photographs, silent auctions, and raffles to benefit the work of the Advice and Aid Pregnancy Center, a non-profit center.

Location: Journey Church, 3782 N Bank Street

Time: 1:30-4:00pm Date: Saturday, May 9th, 2026

Adult Invitation $15 (15 years and older), Free from 14 years and younger.

If you’d like to reserve a table, do so in April.

ARIZONA DIAMONDBACK'S CATHOLIC NIGHT AT CHASE FIELD
DIAMONDBACKS -VS- TEXAS RANGERS

DATE: SEPTEMBER 11, 2026
TIME: 6:40p.m.
WHERE: CHASE FIELD
ESTIMATED COST: $50+/- PER PERSON, INCLUDES TRAVEL EXPENSE AND ADMISSION TO GAME

SIGN UP IF INTERESTED IN ATTENDING
Sign up sheet will be on the table near the vestibule of the church.
Please contact any member of the Knights of Columbus if you have any questions.

Thank you to all scheduled adoration adorers, for your dedication in committing to an hour of Eucharistic Adoration each Thursday in St. Mary's Chapel.

If not a scheduled adorer, please consider becoming one.

This means committing to spending a scheduled hour each Thursday in prayer and Adoration between the hours of 9am and 5pm. We especially need people to commit to the 11am and 2pm hours.

Also, we need substitutes for those who cannot adore during their scheduled time.
Join us in prayer during Thursday Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, even if not scheduled.

To sign up or get more info: Call or text Sharon Rhizor at 702-466-3069