Through the Sacrament of Reconciliation we are reconciled with God so why not take advantage of the Lenten Penance Services offered in our area?
Confession helps us to get back on the path that God intended for us. The relationship with our Lord is strengthened and we are able to see Christ’s light in our life. The following are Lenten Penance Services that will be taking place at churches in our area:
March 9: St. Mary’s – La Porte
March 15: St. Hyacinth’s – Deer Park
March 22: St. Bernadette’s – ClearLake
March 23: Mary Queen – Friendswood
March 25: St. Paul’s – NassauBay
Gabriel Project Needs Volunteers
Under the best of circumstances, pregnancies are often marked with fear and anxiety. Crisis pregnancies, however, are all that and much more. Won’t you please consider volunteering some time to help an expectant mom dealing with a difficult pregnancy? Our parish Gabriel Project ministry works with moms to help make their crisis pregnancies more manageable by providing them with the material goods they’ll need to be ready to welcome their babies with open and loving arms. Training and support is provided. This is an excellent opportunity for women of all ages—and even families—to reach out and speak up for the value of every human life through the good works you do. An information meeting, where potential volunteers can find out more, is scheduled for this Tuesday evening, March 9, at 7 p.m. in Beck Hall. You can contact Doreen Quinones at dquinones53@gmail.com for more information or call Heidi at 281.333.3891 ext. 328.
Stations of the Cross and Soup Supper - Friday, March 5, 2010
The entire community is invited to participate in our weekly Lenten meatless meals and Stations of the Cross every Friday evening between now and Good Friday. Friday, March 5, our Early Childhood Program families are hosting the meal and the Children’s Ministry is presenting a self-paced, family-oriented Stations of the Cross. Bring your family and friends.
Please note: Stations of the Cross in Spanish are from 6-6:30 p.m. The supper is served from 6:30-7:30 p.m. and Stations of the Cross in English are from 7-7:30 p.m.
YOUR HELP IS NEEDED NOW! "Will You Not Watch One Hour With Me?" Matthew 26:40
40 Days for Life Kicks Off
40 Days for Life is a nationwide effort organized by the Coalition for Life directed at enabling participants to bring the healing mercy of God’s love and peace to abortion facilities throughout the U.S. Locally, peaceful prayer vigils are taking place every day and every hour of Lent at the Planned Parenthood office located at 3601 Fannin St. Cardinal DiNardo is asking parishioners at every church in this diocese to participate. Specifically, St. Paul’s is sponsoring Saturday, March 27 as its day of prayer at this center. Please contact our Respect Life coordinators, Ed and Michelle Haren at edharen@yahoo.com for more information.
Please remember to follow the Archdiocesan guidelines for prayer at an abotion facility. For more information go to www.HoustonCoalition.com.
*Mass for Hearing Impaired*
As a parish, St. Paul’s staff and volunteers work to minister to all people, regardless of their needs. If you or someone you know would benefit from having Mass interpreted in sign language, we are pleased to offer that ministry. Please contact Heidi Clark at 281.333.3891 ext. 328 to make specific arrangements.
Additionally, we are pleased to offer personal assistive listening devices to individuals who struggle to hear the Mass. Please see the Sound Board Technician prior to Mass to obtain one of these devices.
Family Resolutions
Parents: Have you ever considered making a family New Year’s resolution? Like, saving for a vacation, starting a new prayer ritual or exercise routine? It can be a big commitment; but think of the valuable lessons to be learned about dedication, teamwork, goal setting, and more.
New Year’s Resolutions
Hey, Kids! Do you know what a resolution is? Well, it is a promise to yourself to either do something (like pray the rosary each day) or to not do something (like overplaying video games). The start of a new year reminds us that we can start new as well. Talk about making a resolution with your parents. Remember, this is about something you can do (not something else to be reminded to do).
2009-2010 Sunday CCE classes began, September 20, 2009.
2009-2010 Wednesday CCE classes began, September 23, 2009.
CCE classes continue until May 2010. Please note some classes are already full.
We are excited to offer four sessions this year to give families more options. One being our Wednesday Family Faith Formation Night where we will have some type of faith formation for all ages in English and Spanish. In addition, we will also be providing a reasonably priced dinner for families to eat together. Please contact the CCE or Youth Ministy offices for more information or questions.
Mass Times:
Daily Mass: 9 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. (Monday - Friday) and 9 a.m. (Saturday)
Saturday Vigil Mass at 5 p.m.
Sunday Morning Masses: 8 a.m. and 10 a.m.
Sunday Mass in Spanish: 12 p.m. (noon)
Sunday LifeTeen Mass: 5 p.m.
Confession Times:
First Thursday of the month: 6:30-7:00 p.m.
Saturdays: 3:30-4:30 p.m.
CCE (Pre-K3-5th grade) Times:
Sunday (Preschool-5th grade): 3:30-4:45 p.m.
Sunday (1st-5th grade): 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Wednesday (Preschool-5th grade): 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Wednesday (Kinder-5th grade): 6:30-8:00 p.m.
LifeTeen (9-12th grade) & Edge (6-8th grade) Times:
Sunday: 6:30-8:00 p.m.
What does it take to be a Catechist/CCE Volunteer?
A love for God and excitement to see children light up with the love of the Lord is all it takes. We encourage friends, spouses, and parent/youth partnerships to make it fun and easy. We give you all of the tools necessary to be successful.
CCE is set to begin in September so get informed now and plan to volunteer.
Call Priscilla Munoz or Donna Bova at 281-333-3891 or go by the CCE office for more information.
