The above image is used with permission of the Order of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Mercy. It was painted by an unknown artist sometime during the 13th century. It depicts Mary's role in the redemption or ransoming of captives by Saint Peter Nolasco and the early Mercedarian friars. It is believed that Mary came to Peter Nolasco in a vision and directed him to found the order and collect alms to pay for the freedom of captives. When no money could be immediately collected, the friars traded themselves for the lives of the captives until the ransom was paid. If the funds could not be raised, the friars were martyred.
Arizona Rosary Celebration is sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Arizona State Council. It is assisted by the Dioceses of Tucson and Phoenix, Legion of Mary, Catholic Daughters of America, and many other Lay Catholic organizations.
Contact us via e-mail at: AZRosary@yahoo.com
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Speak to someone about the Arizona Rosary Celebration by calling Mario Fierros at telephone (623) 939-1840 (Se habla Espanol). For Tucson Specific Information, contact Al Tucker at (520) 825-1248.
For Media Information, contact John Garcia, Public Relations Director, at (602) 525-4424, or via e-mail at: garciakofc@cox.net
The Arizona Rosary Celebration is a 501(c)(3) organization. Donations may be tax deductible.
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Arizona Rosary Celebration
Celebrating 41 Years!
SAVE THE DATE
TUCSON, ARIZONA
Saturday, October 22, 2016
10:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church
8650 North Shannon Road, Tucson, AZ 85742
Most Rev. Gerald F. Kicanas
Bishop of Tucson - Presider
Most Rev. Ricardo Ramirez, C.S.B
Bishop Emeritus of Las Cruces, NM
Keynote Speaker
PHOENIX, ARIZONA
Sunday, October 23, 2016
2:00 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.
Phoenix Convention Center, Halls F & G
33 S. 3rd Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Most Rev. Thomas J. Olmsted
Bishop of Phoenix - Presiding
Most Rev. Eduardo A. Nevares
Auxiliary Bishop of Phoenix - Attending
Rev. Ignatius Mazanowski, F.H.S.
Keynote Speaker
Click here to view photos from the 2015 Arizona Rosary Celebration in Phoenix
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Arizona Rosary Celebration
For over 35 years the Diocese of Phoenix held an annual gathering of the faithful that became one of the largest annual public Rosary celebrations in the United States. The tradition changed six years ago as we were blessed with the opportunity to hold a Rosary celebration in Tucson as well as in Phoenix. With this expansion, Rosary Sunday was renamed the "Arizona Rosary Celebration" and is now held each year in both Tucson and in Phoenix. This year marks the 41st year of Arizona's Rosary Celebration tradition. Together, these two wonderful events honor our Lady.
This major celebration in honor of Our Lady is sponsored by the Arizona Knights of Columbus and held in conjunction with the Dioceses of Tucson and Phoenix. Invitations to participate are extended to all parishes and groups in each diocese.
Your participation and support is desired and very much needed in helping honor our Blessed Mother. We seek her special protection and powerful intercession! Mark your calendars and inform and remind your family and friends. Pass the word passionately and often.
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