All of us grieve in our own way, but often coming together to share our grief and accept the support of others, can facilitate our healing. If you have lost a loved one, you are invited to join a six-week grieving support group starting on Wed., January 17, 2024. We will meet from 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Sessions will include a time to learn about grief, time to share your sorrow, and time to recognize and pray for healing. The group will be led by Lori Kruczek. To attend, contact Evelyn at (512) 892-2420 ext. 315 or click here to register online.
On Monday, January 1, we celebrate the Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God. Mary is the model of holiness for us in her willingness to hear and obey God’s will. Mother Mary, please pray for us to be able to love our Lord with the same faithfulness that you demonstrated! Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m.
The parish offices will be closed from Thurs., Dec. 21 through Thurs., Jan. 4. Weekday Masses on Dec. 21, 22, 26, 27, 28, & 29 will be at Noon. We wish everyone a blessed Christmas and a Happy New Year! Click here for the Christmas and Holiday Mass Schedules.
This year, Christmas is the day after the Fourth Sunday of Advent. So how are we called to meet our holy days of obligation? One is expected to attend a Mass that fulfills the obligation for the Fourth Sunday of Advent and one that fulfills the obligation for Christmas. A Mass can only fulfill one obligation. Therefore, to fulfill our holy days of obligation, we are to attend two Masses. Click here for details.
Please join the Community of St. Catherine of Siena for our annual Christmas Celebration in Johnson Hall on Friday, December 15 at 6:30 p.m. Enjoy a Christmas Sing-a-long with St. Catherine's Orchestra and Singers, led by Eric Carreiro. Bring a finger food or dessert to share. We'll have a Wine Bar in the Café, bring your favorite wine to share. Everyone is invited! This is a free event, no RSVP is required.
Join us on Thursday, December 7, at 7:00 p.m. in the Cenacle for a special presentation by Alvin Santos, BSN, RN, who will explore profound topics, from beliefs about death and dying to the nuanced differences between sadness, grief, and depression. Engage with the Catholic perspective on loss and discover strategies to understand and navigate grief. Everyone one is welcome to attend.