September 24, 2023 Announcements
Parish News
RE Classes- RE classes will begin on Wednesday, September 27,2023,
at 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm. We will be accepting registration until October
11,2023.
Confirmation First year and Second Year There will be a confirmation
parent and student meeting on Wednesday, September 27,2023 starting
at 6:30 pm in the Parish Life Center. Parents and students please make
plans to attend.
IS GOD CALLING YOU AS HIS DAUGHTER? Women 14 to 35 are
invited to join us Sept. 30 at St. Mary Cathedral in Austin for a day of
discernment, fellowship and formation! Project Miriam is a beautiful
opportunity to dive deeper into the Lord’s unique call for you as his
daughter. Register at:
https://austinvocations.com/upcoming-events/project-miriam/
DAY OF REFLECTION FOR WOMEN. On SEPT. 25, Donna Hughes,
president of the Austin DCCW, and the diocesan Office of Life, Marriage
and Family have partnered to provide days for women to reflect on their
indispensable role in the mission of the Church. All women are invited to
participate in this Day of Reflection. Join us on Sept. 25 from 9 a.m. to 2
p.m. at the Pastoral Center for a day of spiritual formation, reflection and
fellowship. For more information, or to Register visit:
https://www.austindiocese.org/womens-day-of-reflection A continental
breakfast and lunch will be provided.
In an expression of our gratitude for their contribution to our safety
and welfare, the Diocese of Austin will celebrate the Blue Mass Sept. 29
at 10 a.m. honoring all active, retired, and deceased Central Texas first
responders. Bishop Joe Vásquez will celebrate the liturgy at St. Louis
King of France Parish in Austin. For more information or to RSVP visit:
https://www.austindiocese.org/blue-rsvp
POST ABORTION HEALING RETREAT on OCT. 27-29: Project Rachel
is a healing ministry for those who suffer as a result of a previous abortion
experience. Suffering is the untold story of abortion. Grief after abortion is
normal — it is the grief of a mother who has lost a child in a traumatic
way; it is the grief of lost fatherhood. We are here to help you experience
the hope and healing of Christ through Project Rachel. If you or anyone
you know is grieving from experiencing an abortion and would be
interested in a weekend of healing and peace at a confidential Project
Rachel retreat, please send email to : project-rachel@austindiocese.org
for more information.
Concession Stand: Thanks to all the concession stand volunteers! You
are doing an awesome job! We will have a Thursday (9-28) game next
week, starts at 5:00 p.m. Silvestre and Colleen will be the contacts for
this game so if you are able please contact them to volunteer. The
following week, there will be 2 games on Thursday and 1 on Friday
(October 5 & 6). Please contact Sarah to Volunteer.
All are invited. Our Lampasas/Marble Falls Deanery, DCCW, is
arranging for a visit to one of the designated Diocesan 75th Anniversary
Pilgrimage sites. St. John the Evangelist in Marble Falls. The opportunity
to obtain a plenary indulgence for yourself or for someone who has
passed away. We will get a tour of St. John's beautiful facilities, complete
the required prayers and receive a commemorative keepsake. Look for
further information in a few weeks.
BIBLE STUDY
>>> Adult Bible Study Series <<<
STARTING Thursday September 21.
Every Thursday afternoon, 1:00 - 2:30
"Catholicism - Journey Around The World and Deep Into the
Faith".
It is a breathtaking DVD-based series on the beauty and truth
of our Catholic Faith. Please consider joining us for this series.
Or just come a couple of times. It should be very rewarding.
FREE. St. Mary's Parish Life Center
RE Classes- RE classes will begin on Wednesday, September 27,2023,
at 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm. We will be accepting registration until October
11,2023.
Confirmation First year and Second Year There will be a confirmation
parent and student meeting on Wednesday, September 27,2023 starting
at 6:30 pm in the Parish Life Center. Parents and students please make
plans to attend.
IS GOD CALLING YOU AS HIS DAUGHTER? Women 14 to 35 are
invited to join us Sept. 30 at St. Mary Cathedral in Austin for a day of
discernment, fellowship and formation! Project Miriam is a beautiful
opportunity to dive deeper into the Lord’s unique call for you as his
daughter. Register at:
https://austinvocations.com/upcoming-events/project-miriam/
DAY OF REFLECTION FOR WOMEN. On SEPT. 25, Donna Hughes,
president of the Austin DCCW, and the diocesan Office of Life, Marriage
and Family have partnered to provide days for women to reflect on their
indispensable role in the mission of the Church. All women are invited to
participate in this Day of Reflection. Join us on Sept. 25 from 9 a.m. to 2
p.m. at the Pastoral Center for a day of spiritual formation, reflection and
fellowship. For more information, or to Register visit:
https://www.austindiocese.org/womens-day-of-reflection A continental
breakfast and lunch will be provided.
In an expression of our gratitude for their contribution to our safety
and welfare, the Diocese of Austin will celebrate the Blue Mass Sept. 29
at 10 a.m. honoring all active, retired, and deceased Central Texas first
responders. Bishop Joe Vásquez will celebrate the liturgy at St. Louis
King of France Parish in Austin. For more information or to RSVP visit:
https://www.austindiocese.org/blue-rsvp
POST ABORTION HEALING RETREAT on OCT. 27-29: Project Rachel
is a healing ministry for those who suffer as a result of a previous abortion
experience. Suffering is the untold story of abortion. Grief after abortion is
normal — it is the grief of a mother who has lost a child in a traumatic
way; it is the grief of lost fatherhood. We are here to help you experience
the hope and healing of Christ through Project Rachel. If you or anyone
you know is grieving from experiencing an abortion and would be
interested in a weekend of healing and peace at a confidential Project
Rachel retreat, please send email to : project-rachel@austindiocese.org
for more information.
Concession Stand: Thanks to all the concession stand volunteers! You
are doing an awesome job! We will have a Thursday (9-28) game next
week, starts at 5:00 p.m. Silvestre and Colleen will be the contacts for
this game so if you are able please contact them to volunteer. The
following week, there will be 2 games on Thursday and 1 on Friday
(October 5 & 6). Please contact Sarah to Volunteer.
All are invited. Our Lampasas/Marble Falls Deanery, DCCW, is
arranging for a visit to one of the designated Diocesan 75th Anniversary
Pilgrimage sites. St. John the Evangelist in Marble Falls. The opportunity
to obtain a plenary indulgence for yourself or for someone who has
passed away. We will get a tour of St. John's beautiful facilities, complete
the required prayers and receive a commemorative keepsake. Look for
further information in a few weeks.
BIBLE STUDY
>>> Adult Bible Study Series <<<
STARTING Thursday September 21.
Every Thursday afternoon, 1:00 - 2:30
"Catholicism - Journey Around The World and Deep Into the
Faith".
It is a breathtaking DVD-based series on the beauty and truth
of our Catholic Faith. Please consider joining us for this series.
Or just come a couple of times. It should be very rewarding.
FREE. St. Mary's Parish Life Center
Noticias de la Parroquia
CLASES PRE-BAUTISMALES: Se tendrá un curso de preparación
pre-bautismal para padres y padrinos en español el proximo Jueves 28
de Septiembre a las 7:00 p.m. en el PLC. por favor llegar puntual y dejar
los niños en casa. La clase tiene una duración de aproximadamente dos
horas y es necesaria para los papás y padrinos de niños que van a
recibir el sacramento del Bautismo.
Clases de Doctrina: las clases de Doctrina comenzarán el miércoles
27 de septiembre de 2023, de 5:30 p. m. a 6:30 p. m. Aceptaremos
inscripciones hasta el 11 de octubre de 2023.
Confirmación Primer año y Segundo año: Habrá una reunión de
confirmación para padres y estudiantes el miércoles 27 de septiembre
de 2023 a partir de las 6:30 pm en el Parish Life Center. Padres y
estudiantes por favor hagan planes para asistir.
¿DIOS TE LLAMA COMO SU HIJA? Mujeres de 14 a 35 años están
invitadas a unirse a nosotros el 30 de septiembre en la Catedral de St.
Mary en Austin para un día de discernimiento, compañerismo y
formación! El Proyecto Miriam es una hermosa oportunidad para
profundizar en el llamado único del Señor para ti como su hija. Registro
https://austinvocations.com/upcoming-events/project-miriam/
DÍA DE REFLEXIÓN DE LA MUJER. En SEPT. El 25 de diciembre,
Donna Hughes, presidenta del DCCW de Austin, y la Oficina diocesana
de Vida, Matrimonio y Familia se han asociado para brindar días para
que las mujeres reflexionen sobre su papel indispensable en la misión
de la Iglesia. Todas las mujeres están invitadas a participar en esta
Jornada de Reflexión. Únase a nosotros el 25 de septiembre de 9 a.m.
a 2 p.m. en el Centro Pastoral para un día de formación espiritual,
reflexión y compañerismo. Para obtener más información o para
registrarse, visite: https://www.austindiocese.org/womens-day-of-reflection
Se proporcionará un desayuno y almuerzo continental.
En una expresión de nuestra gratitud por su contribución a nuestra
seguridad y bienestar, la Diócesis de Austin celebrará la Misa Azul el 29
de septiembre a las 10 a. m. en honor a todos los socorristas activos,
retirados y fallecidos del centro de Texas. El obispo Joe Vásquez
celebrará la liturgia en la parroquia St. Louis King of France en Austin.
Para obtener más información o confirmar su asistencia, visite:
https://www.austindiocese.org/blue-rsvp
RETIRO DE SANACIÓN POST ABORTO el OCTUBRE. 27-29:
Proyecto Raquel es un ministerio de sanación para quienes sufren
como resultado de una experiencia previa de aborto. El sufrimiento es la
historia no contada del aborto. El duelo después del aborto es normal:
es el duelo de una madre que ha perdido a un hijo de forma traumática;
es el dolor de la paternidad perdida. Estamos aquí para ayudarlo a
experimentar la esperanza y la sanación de Cristo a través del Proyecto
Raquel. Si usted o alguien que conoce está afligido por haber sufrido un
aborto y estaría interesado en un fin de semana de sanación y paz en
un retiro confidencial del Proyecto Rachel, envíe un correo electrónico
a: project-rachel@austindiocese.org para obtener más información.
Puesto de comida: ¡Gracias a todos los voluntarios del puesto de
comida! ¡Estás haciendo un trabajo increíble! Tendremos un partido el
jueves (9-28) la próxima semana, comienza a las 5:00 p.m. Silvestre y
Colleen serán los contactos para este juego, así que si puedes,
contáctalos para ser voluntarios. La semana siguiente, habrá 2 partidos
el jueves y 1 el viernes (5 y 6 de octubre). Por favor contacte a Sarah
para ser voluntaria(o).
Todos están invitados. Nuestro Decanato de Lampasas/Marble Falls,
DCCW, está organizando una visita a uno de los sitios designados para
la Peregrinación Diocesana del 75º Aniversario. San Juan Evangelista
en Marble Falls. La oportunidad de obtener una indulgencia plenaria
para usted o para alguien fallecido. Haremos un recorrido por las
hermosas instalaciones de St. John, completaremos las oraciones
requeridas y recibiremos un recuerdo conmemorativo. Busque más
información en unas semanas
CLASES PRE-BAUTISMALES: Se tendrá un curso de preparación
pre-bautismal para padres y padrinos en español el proximo Jueves 28
de Septiembre a las 7:00 p.m. en el PLC. por favor llegar puntual y dejar
los niños en casa. La clase tiene una duración de aproximadamente dos
horas y es necesaria para los papás y padrinos de niños que van a
recibir el sacramento del Bautismo.
Clases de Doctrina: las clases de Doctrina comenzarán el miércoles
27 de septiembre de 2023, de 5:30 p. m. a 6:30 p. m. Aceptaremos
inscripciones hasta el 11 de octubre de 2023.
Confirmación Primer año y Segundo año: Habrá una reunión de
confirmación para padres y estudiantes el miércoles 27 de septiembre
de 2023 a partir de las 6:30 pm en el Parish Life Center. Padres y
estudiantes por favor hagan planes para asistir.
¿DIOS TE LLAMA COMO SU HIJA? Mujeres de 14 a 35 años están
invitadas a unirse a nosotros el 30 de septiembre en la Catedral de St.
Mary en Austin para un día de discernimiento, compañerismo y
formación! El Proyecto Miriam es una hermosa oportunidad para
profundizar en el llamado único del Señor para ti como su hija. Registro
https://austinvocations.com/upcoming-events/project-miriam/
DÍA DE REFLEXIÓN DE LA MUJER. En SEPT. El 25 de diciembre,
Donna Hughes, presidenta del DCCW de Austin, y la Oficina diocesana
de Vida, Matrimonio y Familia se han asociado para brindar días para
que las mujeres reflexionen sobre su papel indispensable en la misión
de la Iglesia. Todas las mujeres están invitadas a participar en esta
Jornada de Reflexión. Únase a nosotros el 25 de septiembre de 9 a.m.
a 2 p.m. en el Centro Pastoral para un día de formación espiritual,
reflexión y compañerismo. Para obtener más información o para
registrarse, visite: https://www.austindiocese.org/womens-day-of-reflection
Se proporcionará un desayuno y almuerzo continental.
En una expresión de nuestra gratitud por su contribución a nuestra
seguridad y bienestar, la Diócesis de Austin celebrará la Misa Azul el 29
de septiembre a las 10 a. m. en honor a todos los socorristas activos,
retirados y fallecidos del centro de Texas. El obispo Joe Vásquez
celebrará la liturgia en la parroquia St. Louis King of France en Austin.
Para obtener más información o confirmar su asistencia, visite:
https://www.austindiocese.org/blue-rsvp
RETIRO DE SANACIÓN POST ABORTO el OCTUBRE. 27-29:
Proyecto Raquel es un ministerio de sanación para quienes sufren
como resultado de una experiencia previa de aborto. El sufrimiento es la
historia no contada del aborto. El duelo después del aborto es normal:
es el duelo de una madre que ha perdido a un hijo de forma traumática;
es el dolor de la paternidad perdida. Estamos aquí para ayudarlo a
experimentar la esperanza y la sanación de Cristo a través del Proyecto
Raquel. Si usted o alguien que conoce está afligido por haber sufrido un
aborto y estaría interesado en un fin de semana de sanación y paz en
un retiro confidencial del Proyecto Rachel, envíe un correo electrónico
a: project-rachel@austindiocese.org para obtener más información.
Puesto de comida: ¡Gracias a todos los voluntarios del puesto de
comida! ¡Estás haciendo un trabajo increíble! Tendremos un partido el
jueves (9-28) la próxima semana, comienza a las 5:00 p.m. Silvestre y
Colleen serán los contactos para este juego, así que si puedes,
contáctalos para ser voluntarios. La semana siguiente, habrá 2 partidos
el jueves y 1 el viernes (5 y 6 de octubre). Por favor contacte a Sarah
para ser voluntaria(o).
Todos están invitados. Nuestro Decanato de Lampasas/Marble Falls,
DCCW, está organizando una visita a uno de los sitios designados para
la Peregrinación Diocesana del 75º Aniversario. San Juan Evangelista
en Marble Falls. La oportunidad de obtener una indulgencia plenaria
para usted o para alguien fallecido. Haremos un recorrido por las
hermosas instalaciones de St. John, completaremos las oraciones
requeridas y recibiremos un recuerdo conmemorativo. Busque más
información en unas semanas
MASS INTENTION REQUESTS
Please give your request for a Mass intention to Fr. Javier or you may leave at the office and it will be given to him. Your minimum donation for a Mass is $5.00, either cash or check, however the check must be made payable to Fr. Javier Toscano.
Please give your request for a Mass intention to Fr. Javier or you may leave at the office and it will be given to him. Your minimum donation for a Mass is $5.00, either cash or check, however the check must be made payable to Fr. Javier Toscano.
SOLICITUDES DE MISA DE INTENCIÓN
Por favor entregue su solicitud de intención de Misa al P. Javier o se puede dejar en la oficina y se le entregará. Su donación mínima para una misa es de $5.00, ya sea en efectivo o con cheque, sin embargo, el cheque debe hacerse a nombre de Fr. Javier Toscano.
WELCOME to our Visitors!
We have been blessed to have you here. We hope that you have a moment to visit with us after mass and that you will join us again. Thank you for sharing your time of prayer with us.
Ladies of St. Mary’s
P.O. Box 115, San Saba, TX 76877: The regular monthly meeting is on second Tuesdays at 6:30 pm in the Parish Life Center.
Marriage Certificates:
The Diocese of Austin and the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women will recognize marriages beginning with five years, and every five years thereafter, by presenting couples with a certificate. Please notify the church office to request a certificate.
Texas CHIP and Medicaid:
Do you need help with children's Texas CHIP and Medicaid Programs? Please contact Tracy Light, patient advocate for Delta Dental at 512-520-6740.
Teens are you troubled?
Parents do you need help with your teens?
Texas Youth Helpline 24/7 1-800-98YOUTH(9-6884) Text (512)872-5777
chat@texasyouth.org www.texasyouth.org Facebook.com/TexasYouthHoltline
Twitter.com/TxYouthHotline
If you are interested
in additional information from the Diocese of Austin, go to austindiocese.org and click on Friday E-pistle. To
subscribe to the Weekly Update, call Shelley Metcalf at (512)949-2443 or e-mail shelley-metcalf @austindiocese.org with your name, parish, postal address and email address.
The Ministerial Alliance
telephone number is 372-5259, if you are in need of assistance. Please leave your name and telephone number
and the nature of your request. Someone will return your call.
The Capital Area Food Bank
is in San Saba on 2nd and 4th Wednesday at the Civic Center from 10:00 am to 11:30 am. Food is distributed
to residents of San Saba County. If you have a need, please visit the Food Bank. If you are interested in volunteering to help distribute food, contact Kelly Murray at 325-205-0405
FREE ministry to traveling Catholics.
For nationwide Mass times and locations: Call 1-800-Mass Times (1-800-627-7846) or Internet
www.Masstimes.org Annunciation Maternity Home, 512-864-7755, www.thematernityhome.org
Assistances For San Saba County
Ministerial Alliance: (325) 372-5259
This is an Automated Voicemail System; please allow at least a week for the Alliance to call you back. They limit assistance to every 90 days.
Leave the following information when you call:
Salvation Army: (325) 372-5721
Located at 209 E. Brown, San Saba, TX 76877
City National Bank can be found across the street from CTTC. Either call or go into the City National Bank and speak with Debra Cummings. They do a one-time help of $50 with your bill. Make sure you have your bill in hand when you go in to see Debra.
Mobile Food Bank
Every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month, the Mobile Food Bank sets up at the Civic Center at the back of Mill Pond Park and starts distributing food at 10:00 AM.
Hill Country Community Action: (325) 372-5833
Located at 705 E. Storey St., San Saba, TX 76877
H.C.C.A. is located inside the Senior Center. You will need to speak with Gayla Paredez about availability with Utility Assistance or to be put on a Wait List.
Please bring the following Information that pertains to everyone in the household:
Health & Human Services: (325) 372-5188
Located at 421 E. Wallace, San Saba, TX 76877
Medicaid – Food Stamp – Welfare Office administrates your local program under Texas State guidelines. Medicaid provides health care for low-income people. Welfare programs (TANF) give assistance to those who have little or no income. While Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or Food Stamps helps low-income families buy food.
This is an Automated Voicemail System; please allow at least a week for the Alliance to call you back. They limit assistance to every 90 days.
Leave the following information when you call:
- Name
- Good Call Back Phone Number
- Type of Bill
- Amount Owed
Salvation Army: (325) 372-5721
Located at 209 E. Brown, San Saba, TX 76877
City National Bank can be found across the street from CTTC. Either call or go into the City National Bank and speak with Debra Cummings. They do a one-time help of $50 with your bill. Make sure you have your bill in hand when you go in to see Debra.
Mobile Food Bank
Every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month, the Mobile Food Bank sets up at the Civic Center at the back of Mill Pond Park and starts distributing food at 10:00 AM.
Hill Country Community Action: (325) 372-5833
Located at 705 E. Storey St., San Saba, TX 76877
H.C.C.A. is located inside the Senior Center. You will need to speak with Gayla Paredez about availability with Utility Assistance or to be put on a Wait List.
Please bring the following Information that pertains to everyone in the household:
- Most Recent Pay Stub(s)
- Most Recent Electric Bill OR Gas/Propane Bill
- Birth Certificate(s)
- Social Security Card(s)
- Passport(s) (Only if available)
- Green Card(s) Passport(s)
Health & Human Services: (325) 372-5188
Located at 421 E. Wallace, San Saba, TX 76877
Medicaid – Food Stamp – Welfare Office administrates your local program under Texas State guidelines. Medicaid provides health care for low-income people. Welfare programs (TANF) give assistance to those who have little or no income. While Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or Food Stamps helps low-income families buy food.
- Food Stamps 4. Medicaid
- Unemployment 5. WIC
- TANF