Andrew Ross

Disciple & pastor, family guy, banjoist, guitarist, harmonica-ist, doodle wrangler, zoo docent.

[C. S. Lewis @CSLewisDaily]

“There are far, far better things ahead than any we leave behind.” - C.S. Lewis

[Coleen Guzman @gypsyOTR]

“Not that we are sufficient in ourselves to claim anything as coming from us, but our sufficiency is from God.”
~2 Corinthians 3:5🕊

[C. S. Lewis @CSLewisDaily]

“You must ask for God’s help. ... After each failure, ask forgiveness, pick yourself up, and try again.” - C.S. Lewis

[Reid Park Zoo @ReidParkZoo]

“You’ll soon be able to travel to Asia without leaving Tucson!” Thank you to the City of Tucson for this construction sneak peek at Reid Park Zoo’s new Pathway to Asia opening in late 2026. And huge thank you to our Tucson community for helping make this incredible new addition.

[Coleen Guzman @gypsyOTR]

“But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things and bring to your remembrance all that I have said to you.”
~John 14:26🕊

[Joanne @englishrose0512]

Thank you God 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[Melissa A. McLaughlin @MMcLaughlinsong]

The God who created every molecule in the universe loves you.

May His grace, through Christ our Savior, rest upon you.

[Coleen Guzman @gypsyOTR]

“If anyone would come after Me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow Me.”
~Mark 8:34🕊

[Melissa A. McLaughlin @MMcLaughlinsong]

The LORD shields me and lifts me.

[Joanne @englishrose0512]

Good morning,

Heavenly Father,

Thank You for the gift of this new Sunday. Thank You for Your mercy that is new every morning and for Your faithfulness that never fails.

Today, I surrender my worries, plans, and burdens into Your hands. Fill my heart with Your peace, my mind with Your truth, and my spirit with Your presence. Help me to draw closer to You, trust You more deeply, and walk in obedience to Your will.

Lord, strengthen those who are weary, comfort those who are hurting, heal those who are sick, and encourage those who feel discouraged. Let Your love shine through us so that we may be a blessing to others.

Guide our steps, protect our families, and remind us that no matter what this week may bring, You are always with us.

May this day be filled with worship, gratitude, rest, and the joy of Your presence.

In Jesus’ name,
Amen. 🙏🏻🤍

[Reid Park Zoo @ReidParkZoo]

Dads of all ages receive free admission to Reid Park Zoo on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 21.

Bring your dad for a day exploring the Zoo, treat him to a soft pretzel at the Flamingo Grill, and stop by a Zoo Keeper experiences to learn about some of the Zoo’s most interesting dads.

[Melissa A. McLaughlin @MMcLaughlinsong]

May you rest in the peace of Christ. A peace the world cannot give.

[Massimo @Rainmaker1973]

A rare jaguar has been captured on trail cameras wandering through the rugged high-elevation canyons near Tucson, Arizona.

The male jaguar, named Cinco, was documented returning repeatedly to the same watering hole over a ten-day period. His movements provide strong evidence that the remote “Sky Island” mountain ranges of the American Southwest still offer enough prey, water, and cover to support these magnificent predators.

Historically native to the region, jaguars are showing a remarkable ability to adapt to the harsh desert terrain. Cinco is believed to have traveled from a breeding population in Sonora, Mexico, successfully navigating the challenging borderlands and existing barriers. His journey highlights that critical wildlife corridors between the United States and Mexico remain active and functional.

While no breeding females have yet been confirmed north of the border, Cinco’s presence brings renewed optimism for the natural recovery of jaguars in the American Southwest. Continued trail camera monitoring and community-supported conservation efforts to keep cross-border pathways open will be essential for the species’ long-term return.

[Coleen Guzman @gypsyOTR]

“If a man has a hundred sheep, and one of them has gone astray, does he not leave the ninety-nine on the mountains and go in search of the one that went astray?”
~Matthew 18:12🕊

[Paul David Tripp @PaulTripp]

The Bible promises that God will give grace to the humble (James 4:6, 1 Peter 5:5). When you ask for help, he will supply, and you will be increasingly set free from the ravenous quest that is the discouraging existence of so many.

[𝕊𝕠𝕝𝕒 ℂ𝕙𝕒𝕕 🎚️ @sola_chad]

The world’s three most important events:

[Reid Park Zoo @ReidParkZoo]

Beat the heat and explore the outdoors with Summer Safari Nights 🐘

Special thank you to @TucsonStar for capturing the fun this past weekend. Every Saturday night, with the exception of Independence Day, you can visit Reid Park Zoo during evening hours from 6-8 p.m.

[C. S. Lewis @CSLewisDaily]

Yankees star Aaron Judge used baseball’s biggest stage to boldly share his faith, showcasing his favorite Bible verse on his bat.