St. Rita in the Desert Catholic Church

Established March 31, 1935

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Baptisms:  Baptism classes for parents of children under 5 years old or parishioners who need a letter to be godparents are held once a month. Contact the Parish Office for a schedule.

First Eucharist:  Children in 2nd grade Religious Education classes are prepared during regular classes and receive this sacrament the first weekend in May.

Confirmation:  Confirmation classes begin in January for High School level students. Confirmation usually takes place toward the end of May.

Confessions:  4:30 p.m. on Saturday in the John XXIII Center or call the Parish Office for an appointment. Children in 2nd grade Religious Education classes are prepared to receive 1st Reconciliation at the beginning of Advent.

Marriage:  Marriage arrangements must be made at least 4 months in advance. Please contact the Parish Office.

Ministry to the Sick/Bereavement:  If you or someone you know is dealing with illness or death, please call the Parish Office.

Pastoral Team

Pastor:  Fr. John Allt
Deacons:  Efren Medrano & Ken Hilliard
Pastoral Associate:  Sr. Noelle O’Shea, CSJ
RCIA:  Cathy Galus
RCIC:  Bud Towle
Elementary Religious Education:  Veronica Reyna
Junior High Youth Minister:
  Debbie Adams
High School Youth Minister:  Carolyn Reynolds

Support Staff

Director of Development:  Jeanne Lichtas
Office Manager:
  Suzanne Roelike
Bulletin Editor:  Sue Lakosky
Maintenance: Bill Cline; Ken Fiscella
Liturgy & Worship Ministry:  Christy Hastings


St. Rita In The Desert Parish
13260 E Colossal Cave Road, Vail, AZ 85641-0400
Office: 762-9688 - Fax: 762-5967
Directions: St Rita in the Desert is located on Colossal Cave Rd., 1 mile north of I-10, Exit #279