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Welcome!
We are a growing Catholic community in the heart of the beautiful Texas Hill Country. We aspire to express the Good News of Jesus Christ in today's society. Through the Eucharistic liturgy, we gather for prayer and raise our hearts, minds and lives to God. Moved by the Holy Spirit, we seek to manifest God's love for all.
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Our Church, Our Voice - The Synod
Thank you so much for being willing to share your thoughts and help shape our parish community and our faith formation for years to come. We are beginning a journey, guided by the Holy Sprit to become a Synodal Church, “walking together on the same path,” guides us towards Communion, Participation and Mission of a Listening Church. This is in line with our parish vision of being an accompanying and listening Mother Church in Rome.
You are asked to participate in this journey through listening sessions and a survey which will ask you to respond to question regarding topics around your experiences with your local church, faith, religion and other circumstances.Please share your voice through any of the following options:1) Listening sessions in the Finn Family Center:
- Sunday, January 30th after both the 8:30 and 10:30 Masses.
- Saturday, February 12th after 5:30 Mass
2) Survey on-Line (web page up by 1/29/22 due in by 2/12/22)
3) Survey by paper, distributed after Masses of 1/29, 1/30, 2/5 and 2/6 (due in 2/8/22).
4) By phone you can call any of the following individuals:- Larry Stahl (936) 900-0453
- Pat Bentley (281) 456-1651
- Jackie Scott (713) 819-0191
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Parish News
.The Catholic Church has much to offer the world: core beliefs and teachings; the love of Christ celebrated in the sacraments; the experience of the Holy Spirit in community. Because of this we have the confidence to work and pray for Christian unity. In what ways do you share the treasure of our faith with others?
PLEASE JOIN US FOR A CELEBRATION
January 30, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. our community of St Paul the Apostle will celebrate the Conversion of St Paul. David Kauffman along with special guests, William Gokelman and Mark Schuenemann will present song and story relating to St. Paul's Conversion. Please join us for this wonderful performance. Following the performance, Wine and Cheese Social in Family Life Center.
Knights of Columbus Helping Center Collection
The Knights of Columbus will be collecting bags this weekend January 22nd and 23rd to benefit the Helping Center, which is a food bank providing services to the needy in the area. If you prefer, you can give cash or make a check to St. Paul the Apostle to purchase HEB cards. Thank you for your generosity.
WWICS Ladies Bible Study
WWICS Ladies Bible Study will continue their study of the book of James on January 24th from 2:30 – 4:00 p.m. in the Finn Family Life Center. The workbook can be purchased at ascensionpress.com. The title is James, Pearls for Wise Living. If you have questions, email Pat Bentley at bentleys@swbell.net.
Study of the Nicene Creed
We will continue our study of the Nicene Creed on Thursday, January 27th from 4:00 – 5:15 p.m. in the Finn Family Life Center. The book that accompanies this film series is called “Light from Light” by Bishop Robert Barron. It is not necessary to purchase the book to view the film and participate in the discussion; however, the book is available from wordonfire.com or amazon.com for quicker delivery. Please let Pat Bentley (bentleys@swbell.net) know if you are attending this six week study.
Upcoming Visit: Very Reverend Father Eric Andrews, CSP
The Very Reverend Father Eric Andrews, president of the Paulists, will be here on February 5 and 6 and will celebrate and preach at the Saturday evening and Sunday Masses. The second collection that weekend will be for the Paulist Fathers; therefore we have moved the collection for The Society of St. Vincent de Paul to the weekend of January 29 and 30. If you are envelope users, just remember to donate a week earlier. Servant of God Isaac Thomas Hecker cause for sainthood was opened on January 25th, 2008, at the Mother Church of the Paulist Fathers, St. Paul the Apostle on 59th Street, New York City
2022 Breaking Bread Missals
2022 Breaking Bread Missals for $7 per copy are available in the church office Monday-Friday, 8:30-1:00
Welcome
Please extend a warm welcome to Bill and Patricia Withers, Brock and Shelby Coleman, Anne Haynes, Randy and Virginia Evangelides. All have registered within the last month. We are so happy that you have joined us.
Blake Walter Dunlap Funeral
There will be a funeral Mass for Blake Walter Dunlap on January 29, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. Blake and his wife have a second home here and often come to St. Paul’s.
End of the Year Statements
The end of the year statements have been printed. You may pick up in the office M- F from 8:30 am – 1:00pm.
Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Please note that the collection for St. Vincent de Paul will be the weekend of January 29 and 30, instead of the first weekend in February. This is due to a second collection for the Paulist Fathers on Feb. 5 and 6. Thanks in advance for your generosity.
Gift Cards
Gift cards are available at most Masses and the church office during the week. If you have not taken part in the gift card program, please consider doing so. It is an easy way to support St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church.
Landings – a Paulist Reconciliation Ministry
Inactive Catholics who wish to take another look at the Catholic Church, are invited to join the virtual Landings Program. Landings accompanies the returnees through their faith journey with compassionate listening. We welcome those who are wounded, searching, and wondering. If you or someone you know are interested in the 6-week program, contact Pat Watson at Landingsdc@gmail.com by January 25.
First Friday Adoration
First Friday Adoration will be held Friday, February 4, 2022 from 9:30 a.m. and will close with Benediction at 4:30 p.m. Father will anoint the sick at the 9:00 a.m. Mass on that day. The Blessed Sacrament will be exposed in the chapel. Sign-up sheets are available at each entrance to the church. Please try to spend some time with Jesus so that He will never be left alone. Our Lord is waiting for you.
Information, please contact Liz Zarsky at (512) 784-9535
Family Life Center Update
Roof repair has been steadily progressing. Once that is completed, work will begin on the inside. Any meetings or functions should be aware that interruptions may occur at any time. No instructions are to be given to the workers, including when they can and cannot work. Only Fr. Ruben will communicate with the workers from the parish point of view. Please check with Fr. Ruben or Ed Wenzel with any concerns.
Communion to the Sick, Homebound, or Hospitalized
Our Community of St. Paul the Apostle serves those who are ill, homebound, or hospitalized. If you know of someone who would like to receive Communion, or a visit, and is unable to be present at Sunday Mass, please contact Kathy Jamail, kathycjamail@gmail.com, (713) 703-4372
Happy Birthday
Parishioners celebrating birthdays :Esther Ellis, John Klepper, and Gary Olfers, January 23rd; Marie D’Arcy, Rev. Ruben Patino, CSP, Beth Snyder, and Marion Trogus, January 26th; Maile Carballo and Carolyn Richmond, January 27th; Karen Cain, January 28th.
God’s blessings on your special day!
Happy Anniversary
Parishioners celebrating anniversaries:Bryan and Linda Roach, 35 years on January 24th; Roger and Antoinette Trejo, 43 years on January 27th .
May God continue to bless your marriage!
Thank you for your generous contributions of $11,699.00 -
Catholic Services Appeal
Your gift makes a difference. See video - cllick here
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Mass and Prayer at St Paul the ApostleHorseshoe Bay, TexasSaturday Mass will be at 5:30 pm. Not live streamed
Sunday Mass will be at 8:30 am and Live streamed.
Sunday Mass will be at 10:30 am and Not live streamed.
Weekday Masses - Wednesday 5:30 pm, Thursday and Friday - at 9:00 am
Friday 9:00 Mass is live streamed
See our Facebook page for livestream masses. Click here.For Livestream Masses -- Click here.
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A Word from Servant of God Isaac Hecker, Founder of the Paulist Fathers
A Word from Servant of God Isaac Hecker, Founder of the Paulist Fathers
If God wishes to make use of us an instruments in such a design, and I can be assured of this on competent authority, with His grace, whatever it may cost, I will not shrink from it. (PV, 35)
If you have asked Father Hecker to pray for you or another person who is ill, and you believe something miraculous has happened, phone Father Paul Robichaud, CSP, at 212-265-3209 x350 and tell him your story.
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Today's Readings
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Mass Times
- Sunday: 8:30 AM EnglishEnglishEN also on Facebook 10:30 AM EnglishEnglishEN
- Wednesday: 5:30 PM EnglishEnglishEN
- Thursday: 9:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN
- Friday: 9:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN also on Facebook
- Saturday: 5:30 PM EnglishEnglishEN
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- Wednesday: 4:45 PM to 5:15 PM
- Saturday: 4:45 PM to 5:15 PM
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- 1st Friday: 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM after 9:00 Mass
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