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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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Letter from Most Reverend Joe Vasquez - Bishop of Austin
For ten weeks in 2020, the Diocese of Austin faced an unprecedented time in history as our sanctuaries were closed to public Masses. Through that very difficult period, God’s grace accompanied us in many new ways. An unexpected result was that technology assisted our priests and parishes in maintaining spiritual connection through livestreamed liturgies.
Though we have steadily resumed the celebration of our sacred liturgies to the point where we are able to gather together without the anxiety of spreading the virus, the decision to restrict the distribution of the Precious Blood has remained as a precaution. After consultation with health care professionals and through prayerful discernment, I have made the decision that, effective Sept. 14, 2022, all parishes will once again offer the Precious Blood at Sunday Masses (including the Vigil) and, if possible, weekday Masses.
I know that there is still concern for some people regarding the reception of the Precious Blood. It is important to understand that the theology of the Church allows for reception under one species, the Body or Blood of Christ. At the same time, the Church recognizes the spiritual benefit of communing with our Lord under both species. “So that the fullness of the sign may be made more clearly evident to the faithful in the course of the Eucharistic banquet, lay members of Christ’s faithful, too, are admitted to Communion under both kinds, in the cases set forth in the liturgical books…” (Redemptionis Sacramentum, 100).
With this beautiful theology of the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist, it is important to know that the fullness of the Eucharistic Christ is received in the consecrated host and wine, which become his Body and Blood. Whether one receives the Body only or the Blood only, or both the Body and the Blood together, he or she receives the fullness of Christ.
I pray that during this time of Eucharistic Revival, we may come to an ever-richer encounter with the Word made flesh in the Body and Blood of Christ.
~ Bishop Joe Vásquez
8/19/22
About the Diocese of Austin
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Austin includes 127 parishes, or faith communities, in 25 counties in Central Texas. Bishop Joe S. Vásquez leads the diocese, which stretches over 21,000 square miles. More than 700,000 Catholics live in the diocese.
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Parish NewsToday’s Gospel opens with the disciples requesting that Jesus increase their faith. For Jesus, faith is a gift that leads to service and that service is always in support of life! This Sunday we all pray for the flame of faith and zeal that will give us the courage to stand with and all whose lives are threatened by violence: the unborn; the death row prisoner; civilians caught in wars and conflict. Does our faith help us to see every life as precious in the eyes of God? In what areas should we ask God to increase our faith?
St. Paul’s Ministry Fair
October 1st and 2nd
Coinciding with our hospitality weekend, St. Paul’s will have a ministry fair so that all parishioners, especially the new members, will know what each ministry does.
Each ministry will have a table and information on their purpose and what opportunities there are for you! Food and beverages will be provided. Make a difference! We hope to see all of you there!
The Society of St Vincent de Paul
This weekend, October 1st and 2nd, we will have our monthly 'Brown Bag" collection to aid the St. Vincent de Paul Society. If you are contributing a check, please make it out to the St. Vincent de Paul Society. Our annual fundraiser is underway - the Friends of the Poor Walk, September 30th. Please consider an on-line donation at https://www.fopwalk.org/event/2798 or considering mailing your check to SVDP, 201 Dalton Circle, Horseshoe Bay, TX 78657 designated ‘FOPW’. Thank you!
.Upcoming Study on the Eucharist
As Pope Francis has requested a renewal of the Eucharist in our lives, Father Ruben will be passing out the book Becoming EUCHARISTIC People, The Hope and Promise of Parish Life the weekend of October 1st and 2nd. The Year of the Eucharist refers to and promotes a long-term activity, which unites the various dimensions of life in Christ and in the Church. It is a plea to sensitize the Christian community, so that they make this wonderful Sacrifice and Sacrament the center of their lives. We will do a study on this book on Thursday afternoons from 4:00 – 5:30 in the Finn Family Center starting on Thursday, October 6th and ending on November 3rd. . If you have any questions email Pat Bentley at bentleys@swbell.net.
Monday Bible Study
It is never too late to join the WWICS Bible Study. We will be studying “Mary, A Biblical Walk with the Blessed Mother” by Edward Sri. You can order the book from Ascension.com, which will also allow you to view the films associated with this study. We hope you will join us for this 8-session course on Mondays from 2:30 – 4:00 in the FLC. If you have questions please contact Pat Bentley at bentleys@swbell.net
First Friday Adoration
First Friday Adoration will be held Friday, October 7, 2022 from 9:30 a.m. and will close at 4:30 p.m. There will be no Benediction. 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.
Father Ruben’s Retreat
Next week, October 3 – 7, Father will be in retreat and will not be available. He will have Friday Mass, but no Masses on Wednesday or Thursday. The following week he will be at the priest’s convocation so no Mass on Wednesday and Thursday.
Message from Bishop Vásquez
Our 75th anniversary comes as the Catholic Church in the United States journeys together in a Eucharistic Revival. For more than seven decades this diocese has been formed into one Body of Christ through the celebration of the Eucharist. Let us give thanks to God for those who came before us who were dedicated to spreading the mission of Christ in Central Texas. Their legacy, built on Christ, is the foundation upon which God continues to build up the Diocese of Austin. I pray that through our daily encounters with one another we will recognize the presence of Christ. May God continue to bless the Diocese of Austin! You can learn more about our 75th Anniversary at austindiocese75.org.
Rosary Before Mass
Join us in praying the rosary in the Holy Spirit Chapel Sundays at 9:45 am, Wednesdays at 4:50 pm and Thursdays at 8:00 am in the Church.
The St. Paul the Apostle Book Club
The St. Paul the Apostle Book Club October meeting will be on Tuesday, October 18th, at 3:30 pm in the Finn Family Life Center. The book that we will be discussing is Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. November's book will be The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane: A Novel by Lisa See, if you would like to get that on order as well. The November meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, November 15.
Save the Date
Christian singer/songwriter David Kauffman will share his gift of music at St. Paul’s on Saturday, October 22. David is a
San Antonio native who believes his mission is “to write music that would be a companion on the journey and help people experience God’s embrace in everyday life.” WWICS Community Service Event is sponsoring the Brunch and Concert beginning at 9:30 a.m. with Brunch in FLC, followed by the concert at 11:00 a.m. in the church. Tickets go on sale after all the Masses beginning the weekends of October 8th/9th and October 15th/16th. Tickets for Brunch and the concert are $30.00 for the ladies. If gentlemen would like to attend the concert, they are very welcome.
Gift Cards
As you know, the St. Paul Gift Card program includes HEB, Bayside Fresh Market, PK Nails and the annual Christmas gift cards. The good news is that the net proceeds to St. Paul for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022 totaled $9,426.31. This was accomplished by only 10 - 15% of parish families participating. You can only imagine what could be accomplished with increased participation. Please consider participating on a regular basis.
The God Minute Podcast
The God Minute is a daily Catholic online guided prayer reflection put out by Vincentian priests and brothers. Contemplative music, sacred scripture and an uplifting message are weaved into a 10-minute meditation.
See how easy and beautiful prayer can be as a small group of priests, nuns and lay people start their day in prayer.
Download the free app today when you go www.thegodminute.org
Happy Birthday
Parishioners celebrating birthdays this week: Jim and Susan Araas, Jane Kirk, John Schwin, October 1;
Lisa Dockal, October 2; Robert Ashwander, Oscar Ruiz, October 3; Robert Goodman, Jim Jamail, Turner Johnson, Ted Shetka, October 4; Robert Goodall, Jr,and Daniel Lyssy, October 5; Nadia Castro and Billy Gaylord, October 6; Karen Jones, October 7.
God’s blessings on your special day!
Happy Anniversary
Parishioners celebrating anniversaries this week: Gary and Sam Silver – 7 years on October 3;
Lonnie and Andrea Ball, – 48 years on October 5; Tod and Melissa Helweg – 38 years on October 6.
May God continue to bless your marriage!
Thank you for your generous contributions of $8,031.00
and $1,801.00 for 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
“It is this indwelling Divine Presence of the Holy Spirit which from the day of Pentecost teaches and governs in her hierarchy, is communicated sacramentally to her members and animates and pervades, in so far as not restricted by human defects, the whole Church.” (CA, 130)
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 -- Click here. .
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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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- 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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