26 - Saint William Catholic Church

SAINT WILLIAM—ROUND ROCK, TEXAS
MASSES & READINGS
MONDAY, May 4
Acts 11:1-18; Ps 42; Jn 10:1-10
6:30 a.m.
Sp. Int. For the Unemployed
12:15 p.m.
+ Raul Solis By Micahel & Elda Green
TUESDAY, May 5: Saint Peter Chanel, Priest and Martyr;
Saint Louis Grignion de Montfort, Priest
Acts 11:19-26; Ps 87; Jn 10:22-30
12:15 p.m.
+ Romanus Stuekerguergen By Helen Stuekerjuergen
6 p.m.
Sp. Int. Rodolfo y Katia Gutierrez Anniversario 14 Años
WEDNESDAY, May 6: Saint Catherine of Siena, Virgin and
Doctor of the Church
Acts 12:24—13:5a; Ps 67; Jn 12:44-50
6:30 a.m.
Sp. Int. Una M. Pizalate
12:15 p.m.
+ William Polchinski By Dorothy Polchinski
THURSDAY, May 7: Saint Pius V, Pope
Acts 13:13-25; Ps 89; Jn 13:16-20
12:15 p.m.
Sp. Int. The Society of St. Vincent De Paul member and their
families, deceased, benefactors, the poor and continued good
works. By The Society of St. Vincent De Paul
6:00 p.m.
+ Teodoro Aguirre By Sus Hijos
FRIDAY, May 8: Saint Joseph the Worker
Acts 13:26-33; Ps 2; Jn 14:1-6
6:30 a.m.
Sp. Int. Hector Benavides By Family
12:15 p.m.
+ Fide Chavez By Espejo Family
SATURDAY, May 9: Saint Athanasius, Bishop and Doctor of the Church
Acts 13:44-52; Ps 98; Jn 14:7-14
8:30 a.m.
Sp. Int. Alexianna Hernandez By Godparents
5:00 p.m.
+ Feliza D. Bustillos By Bustillos Family
SUNDAY, May 10: Fifth Sunday of Easter
Acts 9:26-31; Ps 22; 1 Jn 3:18-24; Jn 15:1-8
7:30 a.m.
Sp Int. For the People of the Parish
9:30 a.m.
Novena Mass 1
11:30 a.m.
+ Melissa Read By Mitch, Mom, Dad & Matt
1:30 p.m.
+ Ciro Aguirre By Jova Aguirre, Su Hermana
5 p.m.
+ Teodoro & Angelina DeLaRosa By Alfredo DeLaRosa & Family
Diana Hernandez,
Solomon R. Salazar, Jr., Kiara Sandoval,
Lydia Dominguez Beltran,
Ernest Lentschke
Alfred John Schiltz, Jr., Justin Baca,
Eugene Mcglone, Raymond Rodriguez,
John Serrano Perez, Karen Barnett,
Satem Davio, Lisa Alcoser Rodriguez
The tabernacle burns “In Thanksgiving
for Maureen Chukwumah”
by Ann Nwabuzor
APRIL 26, 2015
A STEWARDSHIP MOMENT
In today’s Gospel reading we hear Jesus referring to himself as
“the good shepherd.” His sheep know him, trust him, listen to
him and follow him; having faith that no harm will come to
them as long as they stay close to him. We reaffirmed our faith
in Christ when we renewed our baptismal promises at Easter.
As stewards of our relationship with Jesus Christ, are we, like
the sheep, willing to listen to Jesus, follow him, trust him?
STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE REPORT—April 6
Amount Needed Per-Week
Offertory Budget
Weekly Collection Total
Above Budget
$
$
$
Year-to-Date Totals (July 1—April 6)
Fiscal Year-to-Date Budget
Fiscal Year-to-Date Actual Collections
Below Year-to-Date Budget
$ 2,384,600
$ 2,370,413
$ (14,187)
Second Collection: Good Friday Holy Land
$
59,615
79,497
19,882
10,236
¡Gracias por su apoyo y generosidad!
Thank you for your continued support and generosity!
FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
WEEKLY SCHEDULE/
HORARIO SEMANAL
Sunday, April 26th
8:00 AM Catechesis of Good Shepherd
8:30 AM Guadalupana Breakfast
9:00 AM Catechesis of Good Shepherd
3:00 PM Elementary Faith Formation
3:00 PM RCIA-Adapted for Children
3:00 PM Sunday 5pm Choir Rehearsal
3:00 PM Triumph Middle School Youth Ministry
6:30 PM RCIA-Adapted for Children
6:30 PM S.W.Y.M. High School Ministry
Monday, April 27th
9:30 AM Early Childhood Development
9:30 AM Unity in Language ESL
6:00 PM RCIA-AC Mystagogy Part 1
6:30 PM Boy Scout Troop Meeting
6:30 PM Hijos e Hijas Preparation Meeting
7:00 PM CRHP Women
7:00 PM CRSP Hombres Music Practice
7:00 PM Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
7:00 PM S.W.Y.M. J-Squad
8:00 PM Unity in Language ESL
Tuesday, April 28th
9:30 AM Early Childhood Development
5:30 PM Practicas de Futbol
7:00 PM Legion of Mary
7:00 PM Sunday 1130am/ Saturday 5pm Choir
7:30 PM Sunday 9:30am Choir Rehearsal
8:00 PM Agua Viva
8:00 PM Amgios en Cristo Retreat Prep
8:00 PM Unity in Language ESL
Wednesday, April 29th
5:30 AM That Man is You
9:00 AM Catechesis of Good Shepherd
9:30 AM Early Childhood Development
2:00 PM Catechesis of Good Shepherd
5:00 PM Cub Scout - Pack Meeting
5:15 PM Childern's Choir Rehearsal
7:00 PM Agua Viva
7:00 PM Sunday 1:30pm Coro Practica
Thursday, April 30th
9:30 AM Early Childhood Development
6:00 PM Cub Scout Scouting Night
7:00 PM Adult Bible Study - Little Rock Scripture Study
7:00 PM CRSP Mujeres Reunion Semanal
7:00 PM Jesus is Lord
7:00 PM Legion de Maria Reunion
7:00 PM Sunday 7:30am Coro Practica
7:30 PM Praise and Worship
Friday, May 1st
9:00 AM Catechesis of Good Shepherd
9:30 AM Unity in Language ESL
1:00 PM FISCHETeen Retreat
3:00 PM Campuzano/Salim Wedding Rehearsal
3:00 PM FISCHETeen Retreat
5:00 PM Sacrament of Reconciliation
6:00 PM Ensayo Primera Comunión
7:00 PM CRSP Hombres
7:30 PM First Friday Mass
7:30 PM Jesus es el Señor
Ed Ctr Rm 12
Parish Hall Sec 2
Ed Ctr Rm 12
Education Center
Education Center
Church Choir Room
Parish Hall
Ed Ctr Rm 14/16
Pavilion
Education Center
Education Center
Pavilion
Softball Field
St. Francis Room
Sacred Heart Chapel
Church Vesting Sacristy
Parish Hall
Ed Ctr Rm 25/27
Education Center
8:00 PM Encuentro Matrimonial Mundial
8:00 PM Estudio Biblico
8:00 PM Legion de Maria Jovenes
8:00 PM Unity in Language ESL
9:00 PM Amigos en Cristo Hora Santa
Saturday, May 2nd
9:15 AM First Saturday Rosary
9:15 AM Pastoral Council Meeting
10:00 AM Baptism Parent Orientation
10:00 AM Children's Choir Rehearsal
10:00 AM Marriage Ministry - Together in God's Love
11:00 AM Bautismo Sesion para Padres
11:00 AM First Eucharist Mass
12:00 PM SWYM Apologetics Workshop
1:00 PM Legion de Maria - Armar Rosarios
1:00 PM Waguespack Wedding Con-Validation
2:00 PM Campuzano/Salim Wedding
3:30 PM Asian Council 1st Saturday Rosary
3:30 PM Saturday 5pm Choir Rehearsal
6:00 PM MFCC Hijos e Hijas
6:00 PM Ministry Leader Appreciation Dinner
7:00 PM Amigos en Cristo
7:00 PM Sunday 7:30am Coro Practica
Ed Ctr Rm 15/17
Ed Ctr Rm 21
Ed Ctr Rm 11
Education Center
Sacred Heart Chapel
Sacred Heart Chapel
Ed Ctr Rm 25/27
Ed Ctr Rm 14/16
Church
Ed Ctr Rm 24/26
Ed Ctr Rm 15/17
Church
Ed Ctr Rm 14/16
Ed Ctr Rm 21
Sacred Heart Chapel
Church
Ed Ctr Rm 15/17
Church Choir Room
Education Center
Parish Hall
Ed Ctr Rm 15/17
Church Choir Room
Education Center
Softball Field
St. Francis Room
Church
Church Choir Room
Pavilion
Ed Ctr Rm 11
Ed Ctr Rm 21
Parish Hall
Ed Ctr Rm 12
Education Center
Ed Ctr Rm 12
Pavilion
Church Choir Room
Ed Ctr Rm 11
Church Choir Room
Education Center
Pavilion
Ed Ctr Rm 11
St. Vincent de Paul
Parish Hall
Church Bridal Room
Church Choir Room
Church Vesting Sacristy
Ed Ctr Rm 12
Education Center
Parish Hall Sct 2
Church
Sacred Heart Chapel
Church
Church
St. Vincent de Paul
Sacred Heart Chapel
Parish Hall
SPONSOR OF THE WEEK/
PATROCINADOR DE LA SEMANA
Please patronize and thank our bulletin sponsors.
FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
EVENTS IN THE PARISH/
EVENTOS EN LA PARROQUIA
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION/
EDUCACION RELIGIOSA
Mother’s Day Novena of Masses
Saint William Youth Ministry Updates—Stay up to date on the latest…
A Mother’s Day Novena of Masses will be offered by the priests of Saint William. What better gift than prayer can you offer to your mom, grandma, mother
in law and godmother? Envelopes are located in the Welcome Center and in
the parish office. Write the names of those you would like to remember in
these nine masses and drop the envelope in the collection.
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Novena de Misas en Día de las Madres
Una Novena de Misas del Día de las Madres será ofrecida por los sacerdotes
de Saint William. No hay mejor regalo que el regalo de oración para su madre,
abuela, suegra y madrina. Los sobres se encuentran en el Centro de Bienvenida y en la oficina de la parroquia. Escriba los nombres de la persona que
gusta recordar durante las misas y deposite el sobre en la colecta.
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SWYM Join us this Sunday for our last official SWYM of the Semester. SWYM Deep will begin next Sunday. 6:30-8:30PM in the Pavilion.
Steubenville Youth Conference: July 17-19 join 3,000 other teens seeking
Christ in a powerful weekend in Springfield, MO. Open to all current 8th12th grade teens. More details here: www.saintwilliams.org/swym
Senior Scholarship Form: 2015 High School Graduates are encouraged to
apply for the Senior Scholarship. www.saintwilliams.org/swym
EVENTS IN THE PARISH/
EVENTOS EN LA PARROQUIA
75 years of Mass celebrated at Saint William.
Please save the date for the following list of 75th Anniversary events:
6th Annual Evening for the Ladies—May 13
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You are invited to the Sixth Annual Christ Child Society Evening for the LadiesHollywood Night with the Stars. The event will be held on Wednesday, May 13,
2015 at 6:00pm, at the St. William Parish Hall.
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A Night With the Shepherds—May 14 from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. in the parish
hall—Join us for a wine and cheese reception with current and former pastors and assistant pastors. They’ll be sharing their stories during their time
at Saint William.
Birthday Dinner Party for anyone who turns 75 in 2015—September 12 at
6:30 p.m. in the parish hall
Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and Gloria, directed by Dr. Gerardo Ramos
November 14 at 7:30 p.m. in the church; tickets are $20 and will be
available after Mass and on the Saint William website.
75th Anniversary Mass—Bishop Joe Vasquez, Presider—November 21 at
A Story of Faith and Family—Book Sale—Benefitting the Guadalupanas
Janie Castillos' book on the History of Saint William Church is complete and will
be available soon. The title of the book is: “A Story of Faith and Family” Saint
William Catholic Church, Round Rock, Texas A historical account from a personal perspective You may pre-order your copy by email to:
[email protected] Available in English only. All proceeds from the
sale of the book will be to Saint William Church via the Guadalupanas.
The evening will open with social time, appetizers, and followed by a full meal,
and deserts. We will have entertainment by 2 Special Guest. Dress Attire is dress
as your favorite Celebrity. We will be presenting a testimonial by one of our benefactors.
The Christ Child Society, a non-profit organization, has a respect for life and the
desire to help children. The Christ Child Society of Texas, Capital Area Chapter,
has provided over 5,000 layettes for newborns in need through various agencies.
The Christ Child Society offers different programs to support children in need
throughout the Texas, Capital area. These programs include the Layette Program,
Bereavement Gowns “Angel Gowns”, Hygiene for Teenage Homeless Project,
caps and mittens, and more. With this we help our community’s youth in many
ways.
Tickets: Becky Cook at 512-876-7372 and/ or [email protected].
SAVE THE DATE: Saint William Golf Tournament—June 27
This year’s annual golf tournament will take place on June 27 with an 8
a.m. Shot Gun Start at the beautiful The Golf Club Star Ranch, located on
2500 FM 685 in Hutto. Lunch is included.
The event is organized by the Knights of Columbus. Please contact a
member of the Knights of Columbus for information or to register.
FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
Saint Vincent’s Corner
Today, we celebrate “Good Shepherd Sunday” where we reflect on Jesus’ love and care for us.
During the month of March, through your gifts, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul was able to be “Good
Shepherds” to the hearts of the suffering, by assisting 170 families, providing 4091 lbs of food, a value
of $6913 and paid $16,290 for utility, rent and other bills. God Bless you for your generosity!
For more information about the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, please visit www.svdprr.org.
Marriage - Why God's Design
“God calls each of us to be holy. Some are called to holiness through family life in the sacrament of Marriage.
Today, there are those who say that marriage is out of fashion. In a culture of relativism and the ephemeral,
many preach the importance of ‘enjoying’ the moment. They say that it is not worth making a life-long commitment, making a definitive decision, ‘forever’, because we do not know what tomorrow will bring. I ask you, instead, to be revolutionaries; to swim against the tide. I am asking you to rebel against this culture that sees everything as temporary and that ultimately believes you are incapable of responsibility; that believes you are…
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FREQUENT NUMBERS/ NUMEROS FREQUENTES
PASTORAL CARE
Liturgy
Divorce & Beyond
Bereavement Ministry
Hospital visit (English)
Hospital visit (Español)
Homebound (English)
Homebound (Spanish)
Nursing Home Ministry
Debbie George
Debbie George
Debbie George
Mary DiBonito
Martha Estrada
Geri Lynn
Martha Estrada
Azucena Overman
600-8158
600-8158
600-8158
934-3235
417-8722
629-9006
417-8722
627-6423
SPIRITUAL LIFE
Eucharist Adoration
Pilgrim Statue Our Lady of Grace
Estatua Peregrina
Praise & Worship
Prayer Line
Parish Bible Study
Legion of Mary
Gigi Lewis
Debbie Davis
Rosie Russi
Les & Gabriele Miller
Joan A. Price
Mark Hlas
Lynda Villasana
203-9938
417-9010
828-4772
255-5058
244-0814
218-8539
269-0023
OUTREACH SERVICE
Gabriel Project/Project Rachel
Drive-a-Senior in the Community
Pro-Life Committee
English-as-a-Second Language
Sacred Heart Community Clinic
Toll Free Hotline
Jann Gorman
Ann Bierschenk
Doris Olivo Finley
Liz Burton-Garcia
(877) 932-2732
255-5028
797-5411
913-9279
716-3929
MINISTERIOS HISPANOS
Ministerios Hispanos
Apostoles Divina Misericordia
Encuentro Matrimonial
Grupo de Oración Agua Viva
Amigos en Cristo Grupo Juvenil
Sociedad de las Guadalupanas
Lectores
Legión de Mariá
Legion de Maria—Grupo Juvenil
Quinceañeras
Movimiento Familiar Cristiano
Santa Comunión
Magdalena Fernandez
Ramón y Mildred Bodon
Ricardo Gonzalez
Servando Borja
Henrietta De Leon
Elizabeth Araujo
Bertha Ruíz
Jose Luis Guerrero
Dora Snell
Juan y Leticia Serrano
Lucy Montealvo
255-4473
939-8415
254-592-2009
745-1278
799 1567
255-2431
709-2184
809 5734
554-4746
255-4473
630-6084
567-8961
ORGANIZATIONS
African-American Council
Ada Muoneke
636-9359
American Heritage Girls
Debbie Gonzales
310-8724
Asian Council
Indra D’Mello
218-4097
Catholic Daughters
Mary Rutherford
740-5660
Junior Catholic Daughters
Annette Sprawls
497-2878
Christ Child Society
Barbara Forby
773-8749
K.J.T. Society #134
Tina Risinger
310-9010
Knights of Columbus
Greg Castro, Grand Knight
217-4717
Saint William Gift Shop
Robert Saldibar
565-7721
Ladies Guild
Teri Blazek
255-7116
WilCo Young Adults Ministry
Laura Gonzalez
827-9292
For more information, visit www.saintwilliasm.org or call 512255-4473.
SACRED HEART COMMUNITY CLINIC HOURS: Walk-ins, Tues. & Thurs., 5 p.m.—8 p.m.; Registrations, Mon. & Fri., 9 a.m.—Noon
FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
CATHOLIC SOCIAL
TEACHING
Whom do we follow and to whose voice do we
listen? This Sunday as we continue to unpack
the meaning of our Baptism, we hear Jesus call
himself the Good Shepherd whose sheep hear
his voice and follow his lead. That way of Jesus
is the way of love and unity. We are truly
blessed to be loved so much and because we
have been given so much, we must in turn live
lives of generous love toward all. Are there
some in our world we believe are undeserving
of love or respect or generosity? Jesus gave his
life for them, how shall we respond?
¿A quién seguimos y a la voz de quien
hacemos caso? Este sábado mientras
continuamos descubriendo el significado de
nuestro Bautismo, escuchamos a Jesús
llamarse a si mismo el Buen Pastor cuyas
ovejas escuchan su voz y siguen su liderazgo.
El camino de Jesús es el camino del amor y la
unidad. Somos verdaderamente bendecidos
por ser amados tanto y por que se nos ha dado
tanto, nos toca entonces, vivir vidas con amor
generoso hacia todos ¿Hay alguien en nuestro
mundo que creemos que carece de amor,
respeto o generosidad? Jesús dio su vida por
ellos ¿Cómo debemos responder?
PRO-LIFE LINE/
LINEA PRO-VIDA
Marriage - Why God's Design—Continued from page 5
...incapable of true love. I have confidence in you and I pray for you. Have the courage ‘to swim
against the tide’.” ~ Pope Francis, July 2014
http://www.marriageuniqueforareason.org/2013/08/02/five-great-pope-francis-quotes-aboutmarriage-and-the-family-from-world-youth-day
Bishops Encouraged by D. C. March for Marriage
On April 25, 2015, thousands of Americans led by the national organization for marriage and
co-sponsoring organizations marched to the U.S. Supreme Court in Washington, DC—three days
before the U.S. Supreme Court is to hear oral arguments on the constitutionality of states’
preserving the legal definition of marriage as the union of one man and one woman. In a letter to
his brother bishops, Bishop J. Malone—Chairman, Committee on Laity, Marriage, Family Life and
Youth—expressed gratitude for this public opportunity to march for marriage and also a profound
appreciation for the bishop’s efforts in support of marriage and family life. The
anticipated decision of the supreme court positions itself to be the most important judicial ruling
since Roe V. Wade decision declaring a constitutional right to abortion. The bishop stated that
the march was an important witness to a movement dedicated to building a culture of marriage
and the family and it served to remind people that a supreme court ruling will not decide the issue
of marriage anymore than Roe decided the issue of abortion. He asks that we pray for the good
of marriage, for the supreme court justices, and our nation’s commitment to the well-being of
children.
http://usccb.org/issues-and-action/marriage-and-family/marriage/promotion-and-defense-ofmarriage/
Annunciation Maternity Home Banquet - May 7
The 13th Annual AMH Banquet will be held on Thursday, May 7, 2015 at the St. Helen Catholic
Church—St. Rita Activity Center in Georgetown. To register on-line: www.thematernityhome.org
Crisis Pregnancy? Suffering from an abortion? There is help. Call 1-877-WeCare2.
"I have set before you life and death...choose life, that you and your descendants may
live!" (Dt. 30:19)
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Visit the church website for information about the Totally Catholic VBS EVEREST: Conquering Challenges with God's Mighty Power!
 Bible School is offered in English and Spanish.
 Online registrations began on April 7.
ESCUELA BIBLICA EN VACACIONES
June 22—26, 2015
English—www.saintwilliams.org/vbs
Español—www.saintwilliams.org/ebv
Visite el sitio web de la iglesia para obtener información sobre el programa EBV, totalmente católico! Everest: ¡Conquistando los Retos con la Fuerza
Poderosa de Dios!
 Escuela Bíblica se ofrece en inglés y español.
 Las inscripciones comenzaron el 7 de abril.
FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
NEWS IN THE PARISH/
NOTICIAS EN LA PARROQUIA
Making a gift is easy…it can be done online at
www.saintwilliams.org, place a check in the
offertory basket with capital campaign in the memo
line, or stop by the front office.
Capaña Capital—$6.9 Milliones Recaudado
Saint William ha recaudado seis punto nueve millones de dólares. Debemos estar muy orgullosos de
esto, pero todavía no hemos terminado!
Como algunos de ustedes saben, la diócesis nos da
un período de gracia de doce meses para el
cathedraticum, es decir, un impuesto eclesiástico.
Este impuesto no se está aplicando a ninguna de
nuestras donaciones de campaña de capital que
están entrando actualmente.
Capital Campaign—$6.9 Million Raised
The total that Saint William has raised is 6.9 million
dollars and that total grows by the week. That is a
number to be proud of, but we’re not done yet!
As some of you may or may not know, the diocese
gives us a grace period of 12 months where Cathe-
draticum, the church tax, is not being applied to any
of our incoming capital campaign gifts.
Our one year ends on May 7th. After May 7th, all
capital campaign income will be taxed by 10%. If
you’ve not yet made a gift or are in a position to
pay off your pledge, this is a great time to consider
doing so.
Email us your pictures…
Email your pictures to [email protected]
Pero nuestro año de gracia se termina el 7 de mayo.
Después del 07 de mayo, a todos los ingresos de la
campaña capital se les van a imponer diez por
ciento. Si aún no ha hecho un donativo o está en
condiciones de pagar su promesa, este es un buen
momento para considerar hacerlo.
Hacer un donativo es fácil ... se puede hacer por el
Internet en www.saintwilliams.org, o puede colocar
un cheque en la canasta del ofertorio con campaña
de capital en la línea del memo, o puede pasar por la
oficina.
Gracias de nuevo por su continua generosidad y por
sus oraciones. Si tiene alguna pregunta, por favor
llame a la oficina de la iglesia.
THANK YOU—Guadalupanas give $15,000
Two weekends ago, the Society of the
Guadalupanas had their annual banquet. During the
banquet, the Guadalupanas presented a check to
Fr. Dean and Saint William totaling $15,000. Thank
you to the Society of the Guadalupanas for the
generous contribution. This is money they raise
throughout the year through their breakfasts.
Tea and Fashion Show
Models pose at the Ladies Guild Tea and Fashion
Show, held on March 28 in the Pavilion at Saint
William. The event included lunch and a fashion
show featuring the latest in fashion and more.
Picture Courtesy of Betty Glaser
FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
IN THE DIOCESE/
EN LA DIOCESIS
IN THE DIOCESE/
EN LA DIOCESIS
Job Openings
HOME PARISH PRIESTHOOD VOCATION
ANNOUNCEMENT
The Diocese of Austin has a job opening for a:
 Director- Office of Life, Charity and Justice. This position is responsible
for connecting the diocese and its parishes with USCCB offices and other
national programs concerned with social justice issues.
 Receptionist. This position is responsible for attending to visitors and dealing with inquiries on the phone and face to face from the public. In addition,
supplies information regarding the Diocese to the general public, clients and
customers.
 Property Loss Prevention and Compliance Manager. This position is
responsible for the safety, risk mitigation and insurance related repairs of
buildings owned and operated by the Diocese of Austin and its parishes.
VOCATION ANNOUNCEMENT
With great joy, I wish to inform you that Deacon
Hai Nguyen has petitioned for the Order of the
Priesthood in the Diocese of Austin in Texas
through the imposition of hands and the invocation of the Holy Spirit by his Bishop on Saturday,
June 6, 2015. On behalf of the Church, I want to
thank you the people of his home parish for your
generous support of Deacon Hai. It is through
your prayers, encouragements, and support that
we have many vocations.
All applications must be submitted directly through the Diocese of Austin web
page at http://austindiocese.applicantpro.com/jobs/.
Please keep Deacon Hai and all our seminarians in your daily prayers.
PRAYERS/ ORACIONES
If you have any grave concerns affecting his ordination to the priesthood, please
contact me in writing enclosed in a “confidential” envelope and addressed to:
 The Very Reverend Father Trung Nguyen, Rector
 St. Mary’s Seminary
 9845 Memorial Dr., Houston, TX 77024.
Prayer for a family
God made us family
We need one another
We love one another
We forgive one another
We work together
We play together
We worship together
Together we use God's word
Together we love all people
Together we serve our God
Together we hope for heaven
These are our hopes and ideals Help us to attain them O God, through Jesus
Christ our Lord Amen
Dominican Sisters of Mary—Golf Tournament—May 4
The Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist invite you to join them
for a Golf Tournament, Dinner and Auction on Monday, May 4th at Cimarron
Hills Golf and County Club. The day's events will begin with Mass at St.
Helen's with Bishop Joe Vasquez and Bishop Michael Mulvey at 10:30am,
followed by Golf registration opening at Cimarron at 11am and a shotgun start
at 12:30pm. If you don't play golf, you're welcome to join the Sisters for just the
dinner & auction portion of the evening, beginning at 5:30pm. Special guests
include Mother Assumpta Long, Prioress General of the community, and Sr.
Joseph Andrew, the vocation director. All are welcome! For more information,
please visit the Sisters website at www.sistersofmary.org.
Volunteers Needed—Rosary Making—May 2
You are invited to make Rosaries. The beads and string will be provided
but volunteers are needed to help assemble the Rosaries. This is a simple
project and is perfect for all ages. Join the Rosary makers, on Saturday,
May 2, at 1pm-4pm in the Education Center, room 21. All rosaries made
will be donated to a Spanish retreat. For more information, please contact Faviola Hidalgo at 361-548-2272.
FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER