September 18, 2022 Announcements
Parish News
RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) will begin on October 2nd
immediately after the 10:00 am Mass. Registration will begin this Sunday
and continue each Sunday until the first class. Please contact Jean
Parasco for information at 325-451-0015 or jparasco@centex.net There
is no charge for these classes and all who need any sacraments or full
initiation are urged to attend. If you are planning a wedding,
Quinceanera, or any event and need the sacraments, or just want to
"bone" up on your faith; please plan to attend. The only items you will
need is a spiral notebook and a pen or pencil!
2021-2022 CSA RESULTS FROM DIOCESE. Thanks to the incredible
generosity of our faithful, the 21-22 Catholic Services Appeal is ending with
the most successful year since we began the appeal in 1976. Our goal was $6
million with a challenge goal of $6.3 million and we have reached $6.4 million
pledged. These are impressive results when many dioceses are experiencing
a decline in their annual appeal.
This means that you recognize, appreciate and support the many ministries,
charities and people who are supported by your donations.
As part of your generosity, our parishes and schools will receive $150,000 in
grants that will be awarded at the CSA Reception at St. John Vianney Parish
in Round Rock on Oct. 8 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Congratulations to St. Mary’s,
you will be awarded $5,000 and will be eligible for the $10,000 grant.
Is your marriage going down the right road . . . or is it a little off track?
Life can be difficult, and so can the challenges you face in marriage.
Does the distance between you seem wide? Are you already separated?
Looking for a better way? Retrouvaille can help and offers hope for a better
relationship. Retrouvaille is a peer ministry of volunteer couples that can help
you learn the tools of healthy communication, build intimacy and heal, just as
they have done in their own marriages. Retrouvaille is Christian-based, and
Catholic in origin, but welcomes couples of all faiths as well as non-religious
couples. Retrouvaille can help get your relationship back on track. For more
information about our upcoming Retrouvaille weekend in Austin on Sep 30th
- Oct 2nd, 2022 Please visit our website to register: HelpOurMarriage.com
MARRIED COUPLES, STRENGTHEN YOUR MARRIAGE: The Marriage
Encounter Weekend offers every couple the insights, tools and the confidence
to strengthen and enrich their marriage at a private weekend for couples to
focus on just each other. Upcoming weekend is scheduled for November 4-6
at Cedarbrake Retreat center in Belton. To apply online visit:
www.austinme.org or call 512-677-WWME (9963) or email
wwmeaustin@gmail.com. Apply early to ensure a space.
Retreats at Cedarbrake- 5602 N. Hwy 317, Temple, TX 76502, phone
number 254-780-2436. www.cedarbrake.org or
cedarbrake@austindiocese.org
● Oct. 1: Grief Retreat
● Oct. 17: Prayer Retreat Day
Bible Overview Study
Mondays 7:00 - 8:30 pm
St. Mary’s Parish Life Center
>>> NOW is a good time to stop by and check us out!
A great starting point for an Overview of our Bible!
All young adults and mature adults invited.
Upcoming Topics:
September 19 >>>>> CANCELED <<<<<
September 26 “Mark: The Remarkable Disciple”
October 3 “Matthew: The Mature Jew”
October 10 “Luke: The Gentle Gentile”
October 17 “Dear John”
Call the church office if any questions.
Encounters with Jesus in the Gospel of John
Thursdays 1:00 - 2:30 (follows the noon mass)
St. Mary’s Parish Life Center
All young adults and mature adults invited.
Topics for September: September 22 Peter Encounters Jesus
September 29 Mary Encounters Jesus
> > > NEW SERIES < < <
Prophets: Messengers of God’s Mercy
Bible Study,
Starts Thursday, October 6th
Thursdays 1:00 - 2:30 pm,
St. Mary's Family Life Center
Contact the church office if any questions.
In Prophets: Messengers of God’s Mercy, a ten-part Bible study, you will come to
know the prophets and their messages which shed light on our faith and our lives.
Their prophetic words speak to us even today, as they draw us closer to our
heavenly God.Discover how God is constantly calling you to a deeper relationship
with Him, as well as the ways you are called to be the voice of God to others.
Ethics & Integrity in Ministry Compliance: Those who serve in
ministry have a sacred obligation to make the church safe for all.
Anyone who is new to ministry in the Diocese of Austin must complete
the EIM Application for Ministry and attend an in-person EIM
Workshop. Everyone active in ministry must update compliance at
least once every three years
RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) will begin on October 2nd
immediately after the 10:00 am Mass. Registration will begin this Sunday
and continue each Sunday until the first class. Please contact Jean
Parasco for information at 325-451-0015 or jparasco@centex.net There
is no charge for these classes and all who need any sacraments or full
initiation are urged to attend. If you are planning a wedding,
Quinceanera, or any event and need the sacraments, or just want to
"bone" up on your faith; please plan to attend. The only items you will
need is a spiral notebook and a pen or pencil!
2021-2022 CSA RESULTS FROM DIOCESE. Thanks to the incredible
generosity of our faithful, the 21-22 Catholic Services Appeal is ending with
the most successful year since we began the appeal in 1976. Our goal was $6
million with a challenge goal of $6.3 million and we have reached $6.4 million
pledged. These are impressive results when many dioceses are experiencing
a decline in their annual appeal.
This means that you recognize, appreciate and support the many ministries,
charities and people who are supported by your donations.
As part of your generosity, our parishes and schools will receive $150,000 in
grants that will be awarded at the CSA Reception at St. John Vianney Parish
in Round Rock on Oct. 8 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Congratulations to St. Mary’s,
you will be awarded $5,000 and will be eligible for the $10,000 grant.
Is your marriage going down the right road . . . or is it a little off track?
Life can be difficult, and so can the challenges you face in marriage.
Does the distance between you seem wide? Are you already separated?
Looking for a better way? Retrouvaille can help and offers hope for a better
relationship. Retrouvaille is a peer ministry of volunteer couples that can help
you learn the tools of healthy communication, build intimacy and heal, just as
they have done in their own marriages. Retrouvaille is Christian-based, and
Catholic in origin, but welcomes couples of all faiths as well as non-religious
couples. Retrouvaille can help get your relationship back on track. For more
information about our upcoming Retrouvaille weekend in Austin on Sep 30th
- Oct 2nd, 2022 Please visit our website to register: HelpOurMarriage.com
MARRIED COUPLES, STRENGTHEN YOUR MARRIAGE: The Marriage
Encounter Weekend offers every couple the insights, tools and the confidence
to strengthen and enrich their marriage at a private weekend for couples to
focus on just each other. Upcoming weekend is scheduled for November 4-6
at Cedarbrake Retreat center in Belton. To apply online visit:
www.austinme.org or call 512-677-WWME (9963) or email
wwmeaustin@gmail.com. Apply early to ensure a space.
Retreats at Cedarbrake- 5602 N. Hwy 317, Temple, TX 76502, phone
number 254-780-2436. www.cedarbrake.org or
cedarbrake@austindiocese.org
● Oct. 1: Grief Retreat
● Oct. 17: Prayer Retreat Day
Bible Overview Study
Mondays 7:00 - 8:30 pm
St. Mary’s Parish Life Center
>>> NOW is a good time to stop by and check us out!
A great starting point for an Overview of our Bible!
All young adults and mature adults invited.
Upcoming Topics:
September 19 >>>>> CANCELED <<<<<
September 26 “Mark: The Remarkable Disciple”
October 3 “Matthew: The Mature Jew”
October 10 “Luke: The Gentle Gentile”
October 17 “Dear John”
Call the church office if any questions.
Encounters with Jesus in the Gospel of John
Thursdays 1:00 - 2:30 (follows the noon mass)
St. Mary’s Parish Life Center
All young adults and mature adults invited.
Topics for September: September 22 Peter Encounters Jesus
September 29 Mary Encounters Jesus
> > > NEW SERIES < < <
Prophets: Messengers of God’s Mercy
Bible Study,
Starts Thursday, October 6th
Thursdays 1:00 - 2:30 pm,
St. Mary's Family Life Center
Contact the church office if any questions.
In Prophets: Messengers of God’s Mercy, a ten-part Bible study, you will come to
know the prophets and their messages which shed light on our faith and our lives.
Their prophetic words speak to us even today, as they draw us closer to our
heavenly God.Discover how God is constantly calling you to a deeper relationship
with Him, as well as the ways you are called to be the voice of God to others.
Ethics & Integrity in Ministry Compliance: Those who serve in
ministry have a sacred obligation to make the church safe for all.
Anyone who is new to ministry in the Diocese of Austin must complete
the EIM Application for Ministry and attend an in-person EIM
Workshop. Everyone active in ministry must update compliance at
least once every three years
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.
Noticias de la Parroquia
RICA (Rito de Iniciación Cristiana para Adultos) comenzará el 2 octubre
inmediatamente después de la Misa de 10:00 am. La inscripción comenzará
este domingo y continuará cada domingo hasta la primera clase. Por favor
contactar Jean Parasco para información al 325-451-0015 o
jparasco@centex.net No hay costo por estas clases y todos los que
necesitan algún sacramento o iniciación completa se les insta a asistir. Si
está planeando una boda, quinceañera, o cualquier evento y necesita los
sacramentos, o simplemente quiere "reforzar" su fe; por favor planee asistir.
El único ¡Los artículos que necesitarás son un cuaderno de espiral y un
bolígrafo o lápiz!
RESULTADOS DE CSA 2021-2022 DE LA DIÓCESIS. Gracias a la increíble
generosidad de nuestros fieles, la Campaña de Servicios Católicos 21-22
está finalizando con el año más exitoso desde que comenzamos la campaña
en 1976. Nuestra meta era $6 millones con una meta de desafío de $6.3
millones y hemos alcanzado los $6.4 millones prometidos . Estos son
resultados impresionantes cuando muchas diócesis están experimentando
una disminución en su llamamiento anual.
Esto significa que reconoces, aprecias y apoyas a los muchos ministerios,
organizaciones benéficas y personas que reciben apoyo de tus donaciones.
Como parte de su generosidad, nuestras parroquias y escuelas recibirán
$150,000 en subvenciones que se otorgarán en la recepción de CSA en la
parroquia de St. John Vianney en Round Rock el 8 de octubre de 11 a. m. a
1 p. m. Felicitaciones a St. Mary 's, se le otorgarán $5,000 y será elegible
para la subvención de $10,000.
¿Está su matrimonio yendo por el camino correcto? . . o es un poco
fuera de pista? La vida puede ser difícil, al igual que los desafíos que
enfrenta en el matrimonio. ¿La distancia entre ustedes parece amplia? ¿Ya
estás separado? ¿Buscando una mejor manera? Retrouvaille puede ayudar
y ofrece la esperanza de una mejor relación. Retrouvaille es un ministerio
de parejas de parejas voluntarias que pueden ayudarlo a aprender las
herramientas de una comunicación saludable, construir intimidad y sanar,
tal como lo han hecho en sus propios matrimonios. Retrouvaille tiene una
base cristiana y es de origen católico, pero da la bienvenida a parejas de
todas las religiones, así como a parejas no religiosas. Retrouvaille puede
ayudar a que su relación se vuelva a encarrilar. Para obtener más
información sobre nuestro próximo fin de semana Retrouvaille en Austin del
30 de septiembre al 2 de octubre de 2022, visite nuestro sitio web para
registrarse: HelpOurMarriage.com
PAREJAS CASADAS, FORTALECEN SU MATRIMONIO: El Fin de
Semana de Encuentro Matrimonial ofrece a cada pareja los conocimientos,
las herramientas y la confianza para fortalecer y enriquecer su matrimonio
en un fin de semana privado para que las parejas se concentren sólo el uno
en el otro. Los próximos fines de semana están programados del 9 al 11 de
septiembre en el Hotel Wingate en Round Rock y del 4 al 6 de noviembre
en el centro Cedarbrae Retreat en Belton. Para presentar una solicitud en
línea, visite: www.austinme.org o llame al 512-677-WWME (9963) o envíe
un correo electrónico a wwmeaustin@gmial.com. Aplicar temprano para
asegurar un espacio.
Retiros en Cedarbrake- 5602 N. Hwy 324, Temple, TX 76502, numero de
telefono 254-780-2436. www.cedarbrake.org or
cedarbrake@austindiocese.org
● 1 de octubre: Retiro de duelo
● 17 de octubre: Dia de retiro de oración
Ética e integridad en el cumplimiento del ministerio: Aquellos que
sirven en el ministerio tienen la obligación sagrada de hacer que la
iglesia sea segura para todos. Cualquiera que sea nuevo en el
ministerio en la Diócesis de Austin debe completar la Solicitud de EIM
para el Ministerio y asistir a un Taller de EIM en persona. Todas las
personas activas en el ministerio deben actualizar el cumplimiento al
menos una vez cada tres años.
CLASES PRE-BAUTISMALES: Se tendrá un curso de preparación
pre-bautismal para padres y padrinos en español el próximo Jueves 22 de
Septiembre a las 7:00 p.m. en el PLC. por favor llegar puntual y dejar a 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.
RICA (Rito de Iniciación Cristiana para Adultos) comenzará el 2 octubre
inmediatamente después de la Misa de 10:00 am. La inscripción comenzará
este domingo y continuará cada domingo hasta la primera clase. Por favor
contactar Jean Parasco para información al 325-451-0015 o
jparasco@centex.net No hay costo por estas clases y todos los que
necesitan algún sacramento o iniciación completa se les insta a asistir. Si
está planeando una boda, quinceañera, o cualquier evento y necesita los
sacramentos, o simplemente quiere "reforzar" su fe; por favor planee asistir.
El único ¡Los artículos que necesitarás son un cuaderno de espiral y un
bolígrafo o lápiz!
RESULTADOS DE CSA 2021-2022 DE LA DIÓCESIS. Gracias a la increíble
generosidad de nuestros fieles, la Campaña de Servicios Católicos 21-22
está finalizando con el año más exitoso desde que comenzamos la campaña
en 1976. Nuestra meta era $6 millones con una meta de desafío de $6.3
millones y hemos alcanzado los $6.4 millones prometidos . Estos son
resultados impresionantes cuando muchas diócesis están experimentando
una disminución en su llamamiento anual.
Esto significa que reconoces, aprecias y apoyas a los muchos ministerios,
organizaciones benéficas y personas que reciben apoyo de tus donaciones.
Como parte de su generosidad, nuestras parroquias y escuelas recibirán
$150,000 en subvenciones que se otorgarán en la recepción de CSA en la
parroquia de St. John Vianney en Round Rock el 8 de octubre de 11 a. m. a
1 p. m. Felicitaciones a St. Mary 's, se le otorgarán $5,000 y será elegible
para la subvención de $10,000.
¿Está su matrimonio yendo por el camino correcto? . . o es un poco
fuera de pista? La vida puede ser difícil, al igual que los desafíos que
enfrenta en el matrimonio. ¿La distancia entre ustedes parece amplia? ¿Ya
estás separado? ¿Buscando una mejor manera? Retrouvaille puede ayudar
y ofrece la esperanza de una mejor relación. Retrouvaille es un ministerio
de parejas de parejas voluntarias que pueden ayudarlo a aprender las
herramientas de una comunicación saludable, construir intimidad y sanar,
tal como lo han hecho en sus propios matrimonios. Retrouvaille tiene una
base cristiana y es de origen católico, pero da la bienvenida a parejas de
todas las religiones, así como a parejas no religiosas. Retrouvaille puede
ayudar a que su relación se vuelva a encarrilar. Para obtener más
información sobre nuestro próximo fin de semana Retrouvaille en Austin del
30 de septiembre al 2 de octubre de 2022, visite nuestro sitio web para
registrarse: HelpOurMarriage.com
PAREJAS CASADAS, FORTALECEN SU MATRIMONIO: El Fin de
Semana de Encuentro Matrimonial ofrece a cada pareja los conocimientos,
las herramientas y la confianza para fortalecer y enriquecer su matrimonio
en un fin de semana privado para que las parejas se concentren sólo el uno
en el otro. Los próximos fines de semana están programados del 9 al 11 de
septiembre en el Hotel Wingate en Round Rock y del 4 al 6 de noviembre
en el centro Cedarbrae Retreat en Belton. Para presentar una solicitud en
línea, visite: www.austinme.org o llame al 512-677-WWME (9963) o envíe
un correo electrónico a wwmeaustin@gmial.com. Aplicar temprano para
asegurar un espacio.
Retiros en Cedarbrake- 5602 N. Hwy 324, Temple, TX 76502, numero de
telefono 254-780-2436. www.cedarbrake.org or
cedarbrake@austindiocese.org
● 1 de octubre: Retiro de duelo
● 17 de octubre: Dia de retiro de oración
Ética e integridad en el cumplimiento del ministerio: Aquellos que
sirven en el ministerio tienen la obligación sagrada de hacer que la
iglesia sea segura para todos. Cualquiera que sea nuevo en el
ministerio en la Diócesis de Austin debe completar la Solicitud de EIM
para el Ministerio y asistir a un Taller de EIM en persona. Todas las
personas activas en el ministerio deben actualizar el cumplimiento al
menos una vez cada tres años.
CLASES PRE-BAUTISMALES: Se tendrá un curso de preparación
pre-bautismal para padres y padrinos en español el próximo Jueves 22 de
Septiembre a las 7:00 p.m. en el PLC. por favor llegar puntual y dejar a 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.
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
Celebración diocesana de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe:
La novena celebración diocesana en honor a Nuestra Señora de
Guadalupe se celebrará el 4 de diciembre a las 8 a.m. en St.
Mary Cathedral en Austin. Los católicos del centro de Texas se
reunirán para celebrar y reflexionar sobre las apariciones de la
Santísima Virgen María a San Juan Diego. Mas información se
encuentra https://www.austindiocese.org/celebracion-diocesana
-de-ns-de-guadalupe
Celebración diocesana de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe:
La novena celebración diocesana en honor a Nuestra Señora de
Guadalupe se celebrará el 4 de diciembre a las 8 a.m. en St.
Mary Cathedral en Austin. Los católicos del centro de Texas se
reunirán para celebrar y reflexionar sobre las apariciones de la
Santísima Virgen María a San Juan Diego. Mas información se
encuentra https://www.austindiocese.org/celebracion-diocesana
-de-ns-de-guadalupe
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