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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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A Message from Bishop Vásquez on his additional appointment by the Holy Father
The following note from Bishop Vasquez is from the Diocesan web site.
Dear Faithful of the Diocese of Austin:
This morning it was announced at the Vatican that the Holy Father, Pope Francis, has removed Bishop Joseph E. Strickland from the office of Bishop of Tyler, Texas. With that, the Holy Father has appointed me, as the Apostolic Administrator of the Diocese of Tyler, pending the appointment of a new Bishop of Tyler. I accept the Holy Father’s trust in me and ask your prayers as I take on this additional responsibility.
Over the next few weeks, I will be travelling to the Diocese of Tyler to be present to the clergy, diocesan staff, and lay faithful and to assess their needs. Know that I remain present to you as your Bishop, in person, in prayer, and through the Vicar General and other officials of the Diocese of Austin. I ask that you keep the Holy Father in your prayers as he discerns the next Bishop of the Diocese of Tyler. I also ask you to join me in prayer for the people of the Diocese of Tyler during this time of transition.
Under the continued protection of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, I remain
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Catholic Services Appeal
Commitment Sunday - Catholic Services Appeal
Today we come together as a community of faith to generously give to the Catholic Services Appeal, which supports the important mission and ministries of our diocese. This year’s theme is “Be a Miracle.” With your gift you will be a miracle providing the light and hope of Christ to thousands of people. The CSA allows us to care for active and retired priests, help those in need, promote a culture of life, encourage vocations, educate our youth and so much more. Our goal is 100% participation. Your gift, no matter how large or small, makes a difference in the lives of those who Christ calls us to love most.
Please complete and return your pledge card in the envelope provided or make a secure gift online at austindiocese.org/csa/give.
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Parish NewsLet us break the bread of our lives in compassion and solidarity, so that through us the world may see the grandeur of God’s love. Then the Lord will come, he will surprise us once more, he will again become food for the life of the world. And he will satisfy us always, until the day when, at the heavenly banquet, we will contemplate his face and come to know the joy that has no end. (Homily-June 6, 2021)
Annual Christmas Gift Bag Drive
If you are participating in our Christmas Gift Bag Drive, please return your bag with the UNWRAPPED gifts or cash envelopes to Mass this weekend, December 2nd and 3rd. Volunteers will be in the office hallway to receive your donations. For questions contact Martha Avery at martham2avery@gmail.com 361-779-1363. Remember, cash donations are always appreciated.
Thank you in advance for your generosity.
Parish Christmas Celebration – December 3
Our Parish Christmas Celebration will be held this Sunday, December 3 from 5:00 -7:30 PM in the Family Life Center. Heavy hors d’oeuvres will be served and beverages provided. (Or you may bring your own beverage.) You may also call Barb Fuller at (715) 614-0109 or email dbfuller60@yahoo.com to sign up OR to make a cancellation.
Come One-Come All Who Love to Sing
The choir is looking for male & female voices to fill out the beautiful music for the Christmas Masses. Please contact Mary Williams at 325-423-0023 or jrmmwms655@gmail.com Rehearsals for Christmas Eve masses are on Wednesday afternoons - Nov 29th, Dec 6th, 13th, & 20th - from 4:00-5:15pm. Also looking for the youth of our parish to participate in
the Youth Mass at 4:00pm on Christmas Eve. Again, please contact Mary ASAP.
Christmas Poinsettias
We are offering the opportunity to remember relatives and friends by making donations towards our Christmas poinsettias. Envelopes are in the Church entryways. Please PRINT the information on the envelope, include your donation and return them in the offertory baskets or bring them to the church office no later than Sunday, December 17. Your loved ones will be remembered at all our Christmas Masses.
St. Vincent DePaul
This weekend, December 2nd and 3rd, we will have our monthly 'Brown Bag" collection to aid the St. Vincent de Paul Society. All proceeds from this collection will go directly to the local conference, which is a joint effort of St. Paul's in Horseshoe Bay and St. John's in Marble Falls. The St. Paul/St. John conference only serves those people living in the 78654 & 78657 zip codes and Kingsland and Sunrise Beach. If you are contributing a check, please make it out to the St. Vincent de Paul Society. Every little bit helps! Thank you for your generosity.
Back by Popular Demand: Knights Holiday Fundraiser-Tamales & Pecans
The Knights of St. Paul the Apostle in Horseshoe Bay will CONTINUE their Holiday Fundraiser to support their many charitable activities. Starting AGAIN this weekend, 12/2, 12/3, and continuing for the next two weekends, THROUGH 12/16 and 12/17, selected premium pecan products and traditional tamales will be offered for our holiday pleasure and/or donation to the local food banks. Order forms are available in the bulletin and after each Mass. Thanks and God bless you!
Little Blue Books
The “Little Blue Books,” located in Hecker Hall, are from the Diocese of Saginaw. They are the Advent and Christmas Season reflections for 2023-2024. Each day is a six-minute reading to reflect upon and help you keep in mind what is truly important in this busy season. Please take one.
December and Christmas Mass Schedule
First Friday, December 1, 9:00 am Mass and Eucharistic Adoration
December 2 & 3, Collection of Christmas Gift Bags
Sunday, December 3, Parish Christmas Party, 5 pm-7:30 in the FLC
December 4 & 5, Wrap and Pack Christmas Gifts
Friday, December 8, Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mass 9:00 am
(holy day of obligation)(office will be closed)
Thursday, December 14, Advent Reconciliation Service, 5:00 pm
Saturday, December 23, Fourth Sunday of Advent, Mass at 5:30 pm
Sunday, December 24, Fourth Sunday of Advent, Mass at 8:30 (Live Streamed)
Sunday, December 24, Christmas Eve, Mass at 4:00, 6:00 and 8:30 pm
Monday, December 25, Christmas Day, Mass at 10:30 am.
Church Office will be closed December 8 and December 25 – January 1
*****Please note: On December 24, Sunday, there will be only one mass in the morning at 8:30 pm (livestreamed)*****
Holy Hour
Holy Hour will take place each Tuesday from 12:00 noon to 1:00 PM in the church.
Pray the Rosary
All are welcome to join in praying the rosary together: Sunday, December 3 - 9:45 a.m. in the Holy Spirit Chapel;Wednesday, December 6 - 4:50 pm in the Chapel; Thursday, December 7 - 8:00 am in the Church; Friday, December 8-8:30 am in the Church, Sunday, December 10 - 9:45am in the Chapel.
Building Fund Support – BFF Cards
“BFF Cards” (Building For our Future), features cards from HEB, Bayside Market, and PK Nails & Spa, and is an easy way you can help grow our building fund. Buy cards with cash or check, and use at any HEB store or gas station, Bayside Market, and PK Nails and Spa. St. Paul’s receives a rebate from the participating vendors. Available at Masses and at the church office
Men: Are you being called to serve as a deacon?
Project Stephen provides an opportunity to actively engage men who are discerning their call to a deeper relationship with God through service as a deacon. This is a time of prayer and reflection, and an opportunity to discuss one’s call with others. Hear witness from a deacon, his sense of call and life of service, and learn about the qualities, characteristics, charisms, and aspects of the diaconate and of formation. The next Project Stephen meeting is on Sunday, January 21 at 1 to 3 p.m. at St. John the Evangelist Parish in Marble Falls. Please visit the Diocese of Austin’s Project Stephen website (https://www.austindiocese.org/projectstephen) for more information. One can register by email at diaconateformation@austindiocese.org or call the Diaconate Formation Office at (512) 949-2459.
Happy Birthday
Parishioners celebrating birthdays this week:
Barbara Fuller, Christopher Glatz, Carlos Villarreal, December 2nd;
John-Peter Hayden, December 3rd;
Dr. Cynthia Banker Mueller, Cora Ligi, December 4th;
Debbie Drago, December 5th;
Susan Fenlon, Darrell Steffek, December 6th;
Eleanor O’Gorman, December 8th.
God’s blessings on your special day!
Happy Anniversary
Parishioners celebrating anniversaries:
Frank & Marian Trogus, 45 years on December 2nd.
May God continue to bless your marriage!
Thank you for your generous contributions of $ 6,865.00 to the Sunday collection and $3,815.00 to the Building Fund
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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
“The trials and sufferings of the faithful are the first steps toward a better state of things. They detach from earthly things and purify the human side of the Church. From them will proceed light, and strength, and victory.” (CA, 30-31)
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. -
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 am Mass is live streamed
See our Facebook page for livestream masses. Click here.For Livestream Masses (FB)-- Click Here
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Today's Readings
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Mass TimesSunday Mass Schedule
- Sunday: 8:30 AM English English EN also on Facebook 10:30 AM English English EN
Daily Mass Schedule- Wednesday: 5:30 PM English English EN
- Thursday: 9:00 AM English English EN
- Friday: 9:00 AM English English EN also on Facebook
- Saturday: 5:30 PM English English EN
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Confession Times -
- Wednesday: 4:45 PM to 5:15 PM
- Saturday: 4:45 PM to 5:15 PM
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Adoration Times -
- 1st Friday: 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM after 9:00 Mass
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