St. Rita in the Desert
About St. Rita in the Desert
Nestled along Colossal Cave Road in the Sonoran Desert near Vail, Arizona, St. Rita in the Desert is a welcoming parish of the Diocese of Tucson that gathers for daily Mass at its Shrine of Santa Rita and offers three Sunday Masses — including a noon Mass in Spanish. The community's active Legion de Maria, Knights of Columbus, and St. Vincent de Paul chapters reflect its commitment to service, and monthly adoration takes place in the St. John XXIII Center.
St. Rita in the Desert is a Roman Catholic parish in Vail, Arizona, part of the Diocese of Tucson. The parish offers Mass 9 times per week, including Sunday at 8 AM and 10 AM and 12 PM. Confession is available on Saturday. View the full schedule below.
Mass Schedule
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Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Mass and sacrament times can change for holy days, seasons, and special events. Please confirm directly with the parish before visiting.
Confession Schedule
Saturday
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Mass times at St. Rita in the Desert? ▼
St. Rita in the Desert Mass times: Sunday at 8 AM, 10 AM, 12 PM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Tuesday, Friday, Monday, Thursday, Wednesday.
When is confession at St. Rita in the Desert? ▼
St. Rita in the Desert confession times: Saturday 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM. Confession is also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at St. Rita in the Desert? ▼
Yes, St. Rita in the Desert celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 5 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.
Does St. Rita in the Desert have daily Mass? ▼
Yes, St. Rita in the Desert offers daily Mass on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Common weekday Mass times: 8 AM.
Where is St. Rita in the Desert located? ▼
St. Rita in the Desert is located at 13260 Colossal Cave Road, Vail, AZ 85641. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.