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As our local schools prepare to resume classes, we will have a special drive-through blessing & prayer for all students! Join us on Tues., Aug. 10, between 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. in the East Entry circle.  One of the priests will be standing ready to greet you at the curb.  Drive up, roll down your window(s) and hold up your backpack(s) for a blessing.  It’s the best thing you can do to get ready for a new year of learning!

Due to the continued inclement weather, Ash Wednesday services are CANCELLED. As an alternative, distribution of ashes will be available between the Sunday Masses on Feb. 21.

In the November 2020 issue of the Catholic Spirit publication from the Diocese of Austin, our own Senior Ministry is highlighted. In cased you missed it, you can read the full article by correspondent Carla Smith.

All are welcome to bring a memento or photo of your loved one for the Dia de los Muertos altar to be displayed until In November, the "Book of the Dead" will be displayed in the Narthex for you to add the name of loved ones past.

Do you have questions about life? About God? Alpha is driven by the belief that everyone should have the chance to explore the Christian faith, ask questions and share their point of view, whatever they maybe. We will meet online on Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m., join us!

We are excited to announce that our parish now has access to premium video content from Word on Fire through Flocknote. These films and videos feature Bishop Robert Barron who has been hailed as “one of the Church’s greatest messengers" and is the second most-followed Catholic in the world on social media (behind only Pope Francis.) He is best known for his CATHOLICISM film series and his Emmy-nominated Pivotal Players series. Click the title of the article for information on how to access.

The ONLINE version of our Liturgy of the Word with Children for Ascension Sunday is now available. Thanks so much to Monica and Matt Howeth, Jimmy Rose, and their children for making this for us to share!  Click the title of this article to access this week's edition. 

The ONLINE version of our Liturgy of the Word with Children for the 3rd Sunday of Easter is now available. Thanks so much to Monica and Matt Howeth, Jimmy Rose, Connie Maastricht and their children for making this for us to share!

This is the online version of our Liturgy of the Word with Children Palm Sunday for the community of St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church in Austin, Texas, USA.  Enjoy, and may God bless you!  Thank you to Miss Monica, Miss Connie, and Mr. Jimmy!

For the health and safety of the community, in light of the Coronavirus Pandemic, we have decided to cancel the Parish Service Day. Many of the sites that were to be part of Service Day have already indicated that they will no longer allow volunteers to visit. This event will be rescheduled in the future.

Masses: 6:30 am; 12:00 pm; 7:30 pm. Ash Wednesday Prayer Services with distribution of Ashes: 10:00 am; 3:30 pm; 5:00 pm; 6:15 pm Click here for more information.

This weekend, students & families from our RE and Youth Ministry programs will be collecting donations after all Masses for this nationwide program. As our country prepares to watch and celebrate the Super Bowl, we are invited to be mindful of those in our community who struggle daily with food insecurity and hunger. The collection will be donated to the non-profit Micah 6 Food Pantry. Please be generous!

Alpha is driven by the belief that everyone should have the chance to explore the Christian faith, ask questions and share their point of view, whatever they maybe. If you or someone you know is curious about faith in God, we invite you to Come and See. NO obligation of any kind. Join us for our 11 week series , starting on Thursday, January 23. @ 6:30 p.m. Come for supper, stay for a film and conversation.

Our newest Bible Study begins this Sunday morning. We will meet from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. in the Cenacle of the Parish Center. As part of Jeff Cavins Bible Timeline series we will be studying Matthew, the King and his Kingdom. This year we will be hearing the Gospel of Matthew at Sunday Mass. What better time to delve into Matthew’s Gospel!

The Advent season is a time of preparation that directs our hearts and minds to Christ’s second coming at the end of time and also to the anniversary of the Lord’s birth on Christmas. We hope you will join us for the following opportunities to celebrate a hope-filled Advent at St. Catherine, click here for details.

Everyone is invited to La Posada beginning at 6:30 p.m. in Johnson Hall. La Posada is a traditional Spanish religious festival that celebrates the journey that Mary and Joseph made from Nazareth to Bethlehem in search of a safe refuge (a Posada, an Inn or Shelter) where Mary gives birth to the baby Jesus. La Posada is sponsored by the ACTS Community, the Amigos Club, and the Knights of Columbus. Traditional refreshments, hot chocolate, pan dulce, and cookies will be served after the Posada.

The funeral for our beloved Fr. Oliver will commence with a Visitation and Rosary at St. Catherine of Siena on Sun., Oct. 13 at 6:30 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Catherine on Mon., Oct. 14 at 10 a.m.  Burial will follow immediately after at Cook Walden Forest Oak. There will be a reception in Johnson Hall after the burial.  Please bring a dessert to share with the community.

Beginning on Sunday, Sept. 15, we will begin a new Bible study, "A Biblical Walk with Mary" after the 9:30 a.m. Mass. Join us in the Cenacle from 10:45 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.

We are excited to introduce the parish to our new Youth Minister, Livia Telles-Rodriguez. She will be working with our Middle School & High School Youth. Livia has been involved with faith formation for children and youth since 2014. Originally from El Paso, she has lived in Austin since 2000. She graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics. Livia has been working towards her certification as a Youth Minister and Director of Religious Education through the Diocese of Austin. Livia joined the staff at St. Catherine’s at the beginning of June, and is excited to work with our Youth. You can contact her at livia.telles-rodriguez@stcatherine-austin.org.

VBS at St. Catherine was held June 10 - 14. We had 173 children participate in Athens: Paul's Dangerous Journey to Share the Truth. A special “THANK YOU” to the 107+ volunteers, including the core team members, who have been meeting and planning since February. Also, thanks to the many families that donated supplies, food and money. VBS could not happen without your continued support! It's true!