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Current News
Updates to this page will usually be weekly, sometime between Saturday
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| Saturday, August 28, 5:30 PM Nicholas & Viola Ficca † |
| Sunday, August 29, 7:30 AM Special Intentions ; 9:00 AM Special Intentions ; 11:00 AM Parishioners |
| Monday, August 30, 9:00 AM Arthur Weber † |
| Tuesday, August 31, 5:30 PM Pablo, Marciana, & Rogelio Songahid † |
| Wednesday, September 1, 9:00 AM Mary Ann Patten |
| Thursday, September 2, 5:30 PM Tom Ciesiolka † |
| Friday, September 3, 9:00 AM Donald Kousman † |
| Saturday, September 4, 5:30 PM Emma De Los Santos † |
| Sunday, September 5, 7:30 AM Prudencio Gamboa † ; 9:00 AM Special Intentions ; 11:00 AM Parishioners |
FROM THE DESK OF
FATHER RICHARD
Dear
Parishioners,
This
weekend at all the Masses, we will welcome our new Associate Pastor, Father
Joseph Lee, C.P., and thank Father Peter Shin, C.P., who will shortly be
departing to take up a new assignment for his Religious Congregation, The
Passionists (C.P.) in Korea. He has kindly delayed his departure to be with
Father Joseph here while the parish is on Pilgrimage in Europe.
We
are indebted to the Congregation of the Passion (Korean Province) in missioning
a priest to this parish, while so short of priests for their many missions in
Asia.
This
Sunday, 29 August, we will have a pot-luck luncheon in the Parish Center at
12:30 PM where you will get the opportunity of saying good-bye to Father Peter
and welcoming Father Joseph.
We
thank Father Peter for his ministry among all of us and in a special way his
apostolate among our Korean families. His cheerful and generous manner has been
such a gift to all of us. His willingness to step in at the last moment to
assist in parish affairs was most welcome. We wish him a fruitful ministry with
his fellow Passionists in Korea, and wherever his Congregation eventually sends
him.
With
our fellow Korean Parishioners, we express our joy with the arrival of Father
Joseph and pray that he finds us a welcoming Parish, having left his family and
community in Korea to serve us.
The
Parish Pilgrimage to the Shrines of France and Spain begins on Saturday, 4
September and returns on Tuesday, 14 September. We will pray for all our
parishioners, especially at Paray-Le-Monial (where Jesus showed His
Sacred Heart to St. Margaret Mary) and at the Grotto at Lourdes (where Our
Blessed Lady appeared to St. Bernadette). As is customary, we will purchase a
large candle and carry it to the Grotto. We will light it for the intentions of
all our parishioners.
GOD
BLESS!
NOTE OF GRATITUDE:
Words cannot describe the gratitude we feel for the support of this Community of Faith. Your kind words, your generous gifts, and most of all, for your friendship, have meant so much to our family. Knowing that we have such a loving community behind us has made our burden much easier to bear. Thank you for your kindnesses during the passing of Ursula's Mother.
Ad majorem Dei Gloriam
The Viera Family and Deacon & Ursula Adam and Family
PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS
"O Sacred Heart of Jesus, Savior of the world and source of all holiness, we ask You to implant in the hearts of young men and women in this parish, a call to serve You as priests or religious either for the Diocese or for Missionary work. Give them the guidance and courage to answer Your call so that they may give themselves completely in Your service, without reservation. This we ask through Christ, Our Lord. Amen."
This year, the Adult Bible Study will begin with a visit to the Holy Land via Video Media entitled, "The Path of the Messiah." It will take place on Friday, September 17 & 24, after the 9:00 am Mass. The video will demonstrate where our Lord walked this earth and will be shown in the New Parish Center for about one hour. Anyone in the Parish is welcomed to attend.
If you are interested in deepening your relationship with our Blessed Mother and serving your Parish Community, please consider joining the Legion of Mary English speaking group. Contact Dominga Anderson for more information at 254-338-3802.
If you know of someone or have a family member who is homebound, please contact Dick & Pat Dinwiddie at 254-699-2518 to arrange for Holy Communion to be brought to their home.
On September 14, 2010, we will begin our Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) program. If you or someone you know is interested in exploring the Catholic Faith, or if they are baptized Catholic but have not received the Sacrament of Holy Communion and Confirmation, please encourage them to complete an RCIA Registration Form. The forms are located in the Church Foyer. RCIA classes are held every Tuesday evening at 7:00 pm. For more information, please call the parish office at 698-4110.
For those who missed the previous deadlines, CCD Registration will take place on Saturday, Sept. 11, from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm, and Sunday, Sept. 12 after all scheduled Masses. Please provide your child's sacramental records, birth certificate, and letter of attendance from previous parish. The fee remains $25 per child for books and supplies.
CCD TEACHERS AND AIDES NEEDED
We still need teachers and aides for the upcoming CCD School Year. Please call the parish office at 698-4110 if you are interested in teaching or assisting.
THE SECOND MEETING FOR ALL CCD TEACHERS will take place on September 8, at 6:30 pm in the Parish Hall.
All Parish Volunteers must comply with Diocesan Ethics and Integrity regulations. All must have attended a workshop - renewable every three years -; all must have gone online at www.austindiocese.org and completed an EIM Application for Ministry before December 2010. If you need assistance, please call the Parish Office: 254-698-4110.
IF you are leaving the parish and you had a picture taken for the Directory, be sure to give the parish office your new address so we can mail your copy of the New Parish Photo Directory when it is published. Thank you for your understanding.
You may have observed our beautiful, newly striped Parking Lot. There is now a one-way entrance and exit. Please be careful driving and follow the new markings. Thank you for your cooperation.
C-A-U-T-I-O-N : WATCH OUT FOR OUR SMALLEST PARISHIONERS!! They are hard to see between parked cars, and if they get free of a parent's hand, they tend to RUN... hopefully not into the path of your automobile!!
Please SLOW DOWN and use caution whenever entering or leaving the Church parking lots.SAFETY FIRST: Thank you!
40 Days for Life Campaign will be planned and discussed. For more information about this vital ministry, please contact Dennis at 681-6812 or Linda at 289-7511.
Nancy Martinka is our New Parish Center Coordinator. If anyone is interested in reserving a room in the New Parish Center, or has questions, please contact Nancy at 254-368-0135.
Why Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament?
To bring honor and glory to God.
To profess our faith and gratitude for the true presence of Jesus in the Eucharist.
To deepen our prayer life and our personal relationship with Jesus, our Lord and Savior.
To be healed physically, spiritually and emotionally - as individuals and as a Parish.
The Exposed Blessed Sacrament should never be left alone.
Jesus asked His disciples, and He asks us, "Could you not watch just one hour with Me?" We are in need of additional adorers. If you can make a commitment to Watch Just One Hour, please contact Jo Ann Strauss @ 698-1898, or the Parish Office at 698-4110.
"Jesus awaits us in the Sacrament of Love. Let us find time to meet him in faith-filled adoration and contemplation." Pope John Paul II, 1980
October 14 - 17, 2010 will be the Women's Cursillo Weekend. The coordinator is Wendy Ann Riggs.
November 4 -7, 2010 will be the Men's Weekend. Please contact Dominga at 254-338-3802 for more information.
Holy Family Church in Copperas Cove will be hosting "Angel Training" on Saturday, Oct. 16, from 9:30 am - 4:00 pm. Gabriel Project helps women in crisis pregnancy. If you are interested in this ministry, please consider attending. Must have 10 people to hold the class. Please register by October 6, 2010. Call Martha Thomas at 254-547-8140 to register or for more information.
Thank you for your generous support to New Hope for Cambodian Children. The quilt sale was an excellent success. Your contributions to this wonderful ministry will make such a difference in a child's life.
New Hope for Cambodian Children
P.O. Box 690597
Killeen, TX 76549
For those of you who are new to St. Paul Chong Hasang Parish and those who attend our weekday Masses, we invite you to join us for coffee and fellowship in the Parish Hall after the 9:00 am Masses on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Please come by, meet some of your fellow parishioners, and make new friends. We welcome you !
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********************************************************************************REGULAR MEETING POSTINGS...(Subject to Change- Contact the listed POC or check the "GET INVOLVED" page on this web site for contact info.)
LEGION OF MARY (Korean) meets every Thursday during the day (ministers to sick at home and in nursing homes). Check with POC for meeting details.
466-7784 & Julie at 760-1128.
Please mark your calendars for the last Monday of each month. Unless otherwise noted, Central Texas Voices for Life will hold its monthly meeting on that day at 6:15 PM in the new Parish Center.
If any parishioner requires the use of St. Paul Parish Hall equipment (tables or chairs) for personal use, please notify Mary or Leo at 254-290-3008 before borrowing so materials can be properly signed out. It is necessary to keep track of our equipment as our parish continues to grow. Thank you for your cooperation.
To register, please contact Ms. Lynda DeGroot of the Diocese of Austin, Family Counseling Ministry, at 512-949-2495. Information about the workshops, marriage preparation requirements, and registration can be obtained online at www.austindiocese.org as well. Please remember, engaged couples should begin their required marriage preparation at least six months before their wedding.
(Flowers and Gifts with Amor will be managing the Altar Flowers for our Parish. Please contact Virgie at 254-680-2667 the week before your chosen weekend to make arrangements.)*********************************************************************************
VOCATION CROSS: ATTENTION NEW and OLD PARISHIONERS...
We are all aware of the need for many more vocations to the Priesthood. The Catholic Church is spreading fast over all the world and likewise in the Diocese of Austin. We are asking each family in our parish to take the Vocation Cross home with them for one week and during that week, to say the prayers for vocations that are on the base of the cross-holder. We have a cross for each of our four weekend Masses, so it is necessary to have one family per each weekend Mass. We ask that a family sign-up on the Vocation Cross List located on the bulletin board in the Church, for whatever date they choose. On that date, at the end of Mass, the family will be called up to receive the Cross, then take it home and return it the following weekend. Please take your turn to pray for Vocations in this manner. It will be a great day when a young man is ordained to the Priesthood at St. Paul Chong Hasang Parish.
In case you have just joined this parish, we have a special Book of Remembrance containing the names of our Soldiers who have or are being deployed. We ask that you enter the Soldiers' names in it and at each Mass, it is brought forward at the Offertory of the Mass and placed in the Sanctuary.
It is through their generosity that our bulletin is published without cost to the parish. THANK YOU, SPONSORS!!
PAYMENTS TO OUR FAITH-OUR LEGACY must go through the Austin Diocese. Please continue to send payments directly to:
Diocese of Austin
P.O. Box 133327
Austin, TX 78711
BEFORE scheduling any events or meetings in the Parish Hall, Parish Office/Conference Room, Religious Formation Building, or the new Parish Center...please contact Nancy Martinka at 254-368-0135. Thank you for helping things to work smoothly!
ALSO: Please note that all notices placed on Church bulletin boards MUST BE approved, in advance of posting, by Fr. Richard. Thank you for your cooperation.
It's that time of year when we welcome new members to our Parish and say fond farewells to those who are leaving for new duty stations and new parishes. Be sure to let the parish office and CCD religious coordinator know if you are leaving and need a letter of introduction to your new parish or Religious Education records.
If you are new to the parish, please pick up and fill out a parish registration form, which can be found in the vestibule of the Church (or write the information below on a sheet of paper/envelope). You can turn in the form to an usher or to Father Richard. Welcome to St. Paul Chong Hasang Parish!
CHANGE OF PARISHIONER INFORMATION:
Name: _____________________________________
Current Address: ____________________________________________
( ) New Parishioner
( ) Departing the Parish
( ) New Address: ___________________________________________
( ) New Telephone No. _______________________
(See Church bulletin next week for details.)
CHURCH CASH CONTRIBUTIONS: For those who make church contributions in cash, please be aware that we cannot issue tax statements unless you use a numbered Church envelope. (Envelopes are available from the Church Office, Tel: 698-4110.) In addition, if you are contributing to the building fund and Phase III, you need only write one check that will cover both contributions. Thank you for your cooperation.
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Outside Parish Events and Notices
The
Austin Diocese Web Site
Important
News and Commentary pertaining to the Catholic Church in Central Texas....
Habitat
for Humanity
The Fort
Hood Area Habitat for Humanity, an agency of the United Way,
is always looking for volunteers. You can help make a
contribution to our community and learn something about
home construction at the same time. No experience necessary.
If you haven’t been by the Habitat ReStore, located at 2601 Atkinson Ave, Killeen, in a while, you really should stop by. We’ve gotten in tons (and I do mean tons) of donated material from BMC West and from Fort Hood. For a couple of weeks you couldn’t even get a vehicle in our parking lot because we were just overwhelmed with material. We’ve got it fairly organized now, though we’ve still got some work to do on that, but at least we can get vehicles in and out of the gate now.
If you’re doing work on your home, workshop, garage, yard, etc… you really should come by and check it out. We’ve got just about anything you need for building or remodeling and our prices are the best for miles around.
Funds raised from the ReStore are used to help us in our effort to eliminate poverty housing.
The ReStore’s hours are Tuesday – Friday 9 am to 5 pm and Saturday 9 am to 2 pm.
Our
Lady of the Angels Maternity Shelter
Our Lady
of the Angels Maternity Shelter in Temple is licensed to serve women (age 14
to adult) in crisis pregnancy by offering a loving and stable family
environment to support the mother and child in their efforts to create a
hopeful future for themselves. There are
no charges or fees. For more
information, please call toll-free 1-866-389-2340 and click-on
"Voices For Life" on this web site.
Cedarbrake
Religious Retreat Center
Cedarbrake is a place where persons of all faiths can be in the
midst of God's creation in serenity and peace - a sacred space for prayer,
reflection, and spiritual growth. Through prayer, reading, talking
with a spiritual director, or in community with others, a new perspective on
life can emerge. Opportunities for holistic growth, body and soul, are
integral to Cedarbrake. Cedarbrake can accommodate
individuals, small groups, or large groups (up to a maximum of 96 persons)
overnight or for extended stays.
Directions to Cedarbrake:
Coming IH-35 north or south, take the 6th Avenue exit (N. Belton, TX).
Go west on 6th Avenue until it dead-ends at the intersection with N. Main
(Hwy 317). Turn right and go north for 3.4 miles. The signs and
entrance are on the west (left) of the highway.
For
information, please contact Cedarbrake at (254) 780-2436, e-mail
<cedarbrake@austindiocese.org>,
visit the web site at <austindiocese.org/cedarbrake.html>
or write: Cedarbrake Retreat & Renewal Center, P.O. Box 58, Belton, TX 76513.
Cursillo
Cursillo -
A 3-day short course in Christianity. Cursillo is a
personal encounter with Christ. You will not be able to see Him with your
eyes, but you will come to know Him with your mind and heart. You will
be aware of His presence and His love for you. Cursillo offers a whole
new approach to the work you are already doing in the parish, your home and
your work environment.
Not sure? Have questions? For more information or to register,
please call Dominga Anderson, at (254) 338-3802.
Marriage Encounter
Weekends
Married couples are encouraged to reserve 48 hours to
freshen up their vocation of marriage. Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekends
provide an opportunity for married couples to put aside everything else and
focus on their relationship with one another and God. The weekend is
designed to help marriages become a true source of strength.
For more information or to register, visit
www.austineme.org, or contact Mike Furtado at (512) 396-3620.
Retrouvaille Helps Struggling Couples
Couples in difficult
relationships can find help rediscovering each other and rebuilding their
marriages. A Retrouvaille weekend seeks to help participants recommit themselves
to their spouse and to God. For more information, please visit
www.retrouvaille.org,
or call (979) 690-0561.
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Continuous Postings
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VOCATION CROSS New sign-up sheets for the Vocation Cross are on the bulletin board in the Church Vestibule. Please be present to take the Cross home for the week you sign up, and to return it the following weekend. May we all continue to pray for vocations.
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A REMINDER !BEFORE scheduling any events or meetings in the Parish Hall, Parish Office, or Religious Formation Building, please contact Randy Sumerall at 554-8355. Thank you for helping things to work smoothly.
"WHEREVER
YOU GO, BE CARRIERS OF GOD'S LOVE"We bid farewell to many parishioners who will be leaving us, and thank them for their presence and support. May God's blessings and guidance go with you. Know that you will be in our prayers. Please copy this form and place it in the collection basket or give to Father Richard. [OR SEND AN E-MAIL WITH THIS INFO. TO THE WEBMASTER.] Thank you for helping us to keep our administrative costs down! _________________________________________ Name _________________________________________ Address _________________________________________ City Zip Code Tel: # _________________________________________ Envelope Number Date Leaving |
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Landings What is "Landings?" It is a proven Paulist program specifically designed to welcome Catholics who wish to investigate returning to the Church. How does it work? "Landings" operates in a group setting. The group provides a landing place, a safe spot to touch down. People can share their faith journeys, pray, and discuss Catholic spirituality with ordinary Catholics who are trying to live their Faith. If you or someone you know, is questioning his or her return to Mass and the sacraments, please call 698-4338 and give "Landings" a try. |
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TO REPORT AN INCIDENT OF CONCERN! The Diocese of Austin, the Catholic Church of Central Texas, is committed to preventing harm from happening to any of our children or vulnerable adults. If you are aware of sexual abuse and/or neglect of a child or vulnerable adult by a volunteer, employee or clergy member, our Ethics and Integrity in Ministry policies require that you report that information to the Diocesan Chancellor by calling (512) 476-4888. A Notice of Concern form can also be used and is available on our diocesan Web site, www.austindiocese.org (click on the link "To report abuse"). These reports may be made anonymously. It is also state law that abuse and/or neglect of a minor must be reported to local law enforcement or the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services at 1-800-252-5400 or www.dfps.state.tx.us. |
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Paul's Bible Study Group Anyone interested in joining this group should contact Pat or Dick Dinwiddie at 699-2518, or e-mail pjdinwiddie@hotmail.com . |
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Knights of Columbus
Membership Information: Contact Knight Mike Gardner ((254.466.5579) or Knight Joe Wolf (254.519.1492). |
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Father Richard's Weekly Sermons
On Film Father Richard's Sermons are filmed every weekend; any parishioner that would like a copy, please contact Robert Allred at 698-3930 or e-mail at: allred@centraltex.net |
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Hearing Aids Available We have purchased a new system for those parishioners who find it difficult to hear the readings or the sermon. We also have five hearing aids available. They may be obtained in the Sacristy where Father Richard vests for Holy Mass. Afterwards, they must be returned to the Sacristy. If anyone would like to make a donation to defray the cost of the console or hearing aids, please do so by handing your gift to Father Richard. |
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Photographs
Needed We need photographs of church activities to post on the Web site to show parish life. Photos can be dropped off at the office, or mailed to the Church, Attention Webmaster, or e-mailed. Hard copy photos will be returned if desired. Thank You. |
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Wheelchair Available There is a wheelchair available in the Gift Shop in the Church for anyone disabled, who needs it to get to and from their car for Mass. |
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Moving? If you are moving, changing address and/or phone numbers, please contact the Parish Office at 698-4110, so that we can keep all our records up to date. Thank you for your presence and support. God Bless. |
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Mass on TV Sunday and daily Mass are televised for the homebound, Sundays at 7:30 AM and Monday through Friday at 9:00 AM. For more information call 1-800-THE-MASS. |
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St. Vincent de Paul Vehicle Donation Program St. Vincent de Paul sponsors a Vehicle Donation Program. Running and non-running vehicles can be donated at no cost for the donor. The tax law has changed with regard to this program; however, the vehicle's value (at sale) is still tax-deductible! Other provisions also apply. Proceeds help the needy regardless of race, creed, color or denomination. For more information, please call 1-888-317-7837 or (512) 912-7575 from the Austin area. |
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From the Ladies
of Charity:
Don't throw it away! All donations are tax deductible. The Ladies of Charity operate a Thrift Store located at 1005 S. Ann Blvd., Harker Heights. Store hours: Tuesdays & Thursdays 10 AM - 3 PM; Wednesdays 2 PM - 5 PM; 1st & 3d Saturdays 10 AM- 3PM. You may deliver your donations (slightly used, clean, and in safe, working order...no trash items, please) or call the store to have your items picked up during operating hours at 680-7970. After hours, you may call 698-2091 or 690-5810 to arrange to have your items picked up. |
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New Parishioners We welcome all the new parishioners who have recently joined this parish. As you know, every Catholic family must be registered in a parish of their choosing. The parish then assumes responsibility for that family in the administration of the Sacraments and the pastor becomes "their" priest. That is why we have to actually register before we can be classified as a member. We have these registration forms available in the church porch; please complete one and then hand it into the Office or give it to Father Richard. You will notice that in this church we try to have a sense of quietness before and after Holy Mass so as to give an opportunity for people to have a few moments of personal prayer. Then when we go outside we can talk and greet one another. You will also notice that during the Creed, we bow profoundly during the words "by the power of the Holy Spirit, He was born of the Virgin Mary and became man." When we come forward to receive Holy Communion, we also either genuflect or bow while the person before us is receiving the Host. Having received the host, we step aside for a moment before proceeding to receive the Precious Blood (where we do not make any bow or genuflection). The minister will hand us the chalice; take it firmly in both hands, taking your time before handing it back. If you are not receiving the Precious Blood, you proceed directly to your bench to kneel down, not genuflecting or bowing. We keep kneeling and praying until the Tabernacle door is closed after Communion. Whenever we enter or leave our bench, except at Communion time, we genuflect, or if unable to do this, we bow profoundly. Your responsibility is to support by prayer and involvement in parish activities, and by sharing your time, talent and treasure in a realistic and practical way. The days of just attending Sunday Mass and putting a few dollars in the basket are long gone. Many years ago, this parish decided to take their Catholic Life seriously, whereby each member would give some time each week in active participation in parish affairs as well as financially supporting the parish by using the weekly envelopes for parish expenses, and the Building Fund envelopes for paying off the Building Debts. It was agreed that the minimum amount given in the Collection basket in loose cash by an adult would be $5.00, $2.00 from teenagers and $1.00 from young children. This would, of course, not refer to families who use the weekly envelopes. |
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A Special Book Our deceased parishioners will be remembered in a special book which will be perpetually kept in the Sanctuary of the Church. We will reserve these books for our parishioners who have died since the parish opened twelve years ago. If you have a family member whose name you wish inscribed in this book, please provide Name, Date of Birth, and Date of Death to Father Richard at your convenience. |
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Liturgical Bowing At Mass When we recite the Creed at Mass, it is the proper liturgical gesture to make a profound bow while we recite the words "by the power of the Holy Spirit, He was born of the Virgin Mary and became man." On Christmas Day and the Feast of the Annunciation, we genuflect. We also either genuflect or bow while the person before us is receiving the Host during Holy Communion, whether at Mass or during a Communion Service. |
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Right To Life Would you like to help protect innocent life? Greater Austin Right to Life works through peaceful, legal means only, to protect unborn children, women, and all people from abortion, infanticide and euthanasia in education and legislative areas. If you would like to make a difference through volunteer opportunities, call (512) 477-1244 for more information. We are making it safer for innocent life. |
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Use of the
Parish Hall or new
Parish Center: All organizations that wish to use the Parish Hall or Parish Center during the year MUST contact Nancy at 254-368-0135 to arrange for scheduling. |
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Church Flowers In the church porch, we have a list for the different weeks and Seasons of the year, and we invite you or your family to supply the flowers for the weekend Masses. You can do this in memory of someone or to celebrate a wedding anniversary. Please write your name and telephone number on the list and we will contact you the week before the date you choose. Also, in signing up, please consider others who may want to remember loved ones as well. Thank you! |
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U.S. FLAG RETIREMENT: The Knights of Columbus, Fourth Degree, reminds everyone that our flag is a living symbol of freedom. When it reaches the end of its useful life, there are prescribed methods of disposal under the U.S. Flag Code. Turn in your worn or tattered flag(s) to the Knights so they can be properly retired on Flag Day in June 2011 during a flag retirement ceremony. There will be a red-white & blue collection box in the Church for people to place their used flags. |
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Announcements to Bulletin NEW DEADLINE FOR BULLETIN SUBMISSIONS: The deadline for submitting information for publication in the Church Bulletin will be Mondays, before 5:00 pm. Data can be faxed, called, or brought in to the Parish Office. (Phone: 254-698-4110; Fax: 254-698-4608.) Thank you for your cooperation. |
