January 18, 2023
JUST 2 MORE DAYS!
The deadline to register for Heart of Worship at the Early Bird price of $30 is this Friday, January 20. Have you invited everyone you meant to? On Saturday, the price goes up to $50. We are so excited to welcome national speaker Fr. Leo Patalinghug, with inspiring music, Mass, Adoration and a great BBQ dinner.
VIETNAMESE NEW YEAR
The Tet Celebration is this Saturday! Plan to attend the 5pm Vigil Mass, then head to the School Gym afterwards for traditional Vietnamese food, lion dance and entertainment, put on by our Vietnamese Community in celebration of the New Year.
DONUTS & OPEN HOUSE
This Sunday, our parish school is hosting Coffee & Donuts after the 3 morning Masses! On your way to the parish hall, peek in the PreK and Kindergarten classrooms along the way. They’re open for you to explore and meet with teachers. Applications for PreK/Kindergarten are being accepted now.
SUPER BOWL BRISKETS
The KCs will be on the plaza accepting orders for their delicious smoked brisket and pork butt for Super Bowl Sunday. Catch them after Mass or order online now, then pickup the morning of February 12. You’ll get some great smoked meat and help the charities of the Knights of Columbus.
FAITH COMPELS US TO ACT
Be inspired, not just to love, but to really live the Great Commandment. Parishioner and educator Dr. Christine Hernandez will speak next Tuesday, January 24, 7-9pm, in Guardian Angel Hall on what it means to live with all our heart, soul & mind. Free and open to everyone.
CATHOLIC SOCIAL TEACHING
Join in Conversations on Catholic Social Teaching to grow in understanding of the Catholic Church’s teaching to respond with mercy and justice. Meetings are on various Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30pm in St. Joseph. Stop by the Hospitality Desk after Mass for the schedule and meet with representatives.
CHILI COOK-OFF
The Family Gather Night on Friday, January 27, is a Chili Cook-Off & Game Night. Each family should bring their favorite game and a crockpot of your best chili. Cornbread & drinks provided. What a fun night to spend with other families in the parish! RSVP by Weds, Jan 25.
ADORATION & MUSIC
Join Fr. Drew and Kevin Klotz in the church for one hour to pray for Heart of Worship and all the lives that will be blessed by it. It’s 10-11am on January 24 and January 31, featuring exposition of the Blessed Sacrament with the awesome music that you’ll hear at Heart of Worship.
WKND FOR TEENS
There’s still time to register your high school teen for the WKND Retreat. It’s February 17-20, a chance for your teen to get away and focus on establishing a firm foundation in Christ. But hurry! Registration is due January 31.
CHURCH IN LATIN AMERICA
This Sunday’s special collection is for the Church in Latin America to provide priest formation, lay leadership training and other programs to bring the Good News to struggling communities in Latin America and the Caribbean.
50 YEARS
January 22 marks the 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade. Meet by the white crosses on the lawn near the church at 3 pm this Sunday, in prayer for more the than 63 million lives lost to abortion, for their parents, and for an end to abortion.
BUS TRIP TO AUSTIN
The Texas Rally for Life at the State Capitol in Austin is Saturday, January 28. There’s still time to signup for the bus trip organized by the Knights of Columbus. Sign up HERE and contact Edward Young for details.
GRIEVING FAMILIES
There is a support group for people who have lost a loved one due to sudden or tragic death. Grieving Families meets tomorrow (3rd Thursday each month), 1:00-2:30pm, in the St. Francis Room. Connect and begin the process of healing.
LADIES GUILD
Go to the Ladies Guild meeting tomorrow, January 19, 6:30pm, in the parish hall, to catch a presentation by physical therapist Deidre Doggett. She will demonstrate techniques for proper breathing, posture and balance. Contact Linda Pedersen for details.
SANTO NIÑO
This year’s archdiocesan celebration of Santo Niño will be held at St. Theresa on Saturday, January 28. Arrive at 9:30am for Rosary, followed by Procession, and Mass at 11:00am with Cardinal DiNardo. A reception will follow in the Community Center.
RAYS OF ENLIGHTENMENT
Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Houston is the location for Rays of Enlightenment, the annual Divine Mercy Conference, scheduled for Saturday, February 25. Enjoy a full day of spiritual talks by national and local speakers, Praise & Worship, Mass, Adoration and Confession. Register early. Space is limited.
PARISH MISSION
Fr. Jim Sichko is leading a 3-night Parish Mission at St. Angela Merici next week (Jan 23-25), titled 60 Minutes for Jesus. Hear this popular Catholic speaker at 7pm each night.
