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Annual Christian Seder Meal on March 29, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Everyone is invited to come and participate in this re-enactment of God's saving actions from the Book of Exodus, which the Jewish people still celebrate as their Passover meal today. The Church will provide the special Seder Plate, and we ask guests to bring a casserole, salad or dessert to share. Families, children and all ages are welcome to come and celebrate together at this special, annual meal, as we prepare for Holy Week. Please RSVP today!

Join us on the Fridays Nights of Lent

Every Friday evening during Lent, the Knights of Columbus Council 8156 and the Ladies Auxiliary will serve a Lenten Meal from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. in Johnson Hall . The menu will vary each week and the meal will cost $5 to off-set the increasing price of supplies. Please come and enjoy the company of your fellow parishioners with a meal before the Stations of the Cross at 7:00 p.m. Mass will follow the Stations of the Cross.

Thursday, Feb. 2: No Daily Mass and Parish Offices Closed

Due to the the weather conditions damaged tree limbs on the Church grounds, we have cancelled Daily Mass today and the Parish Offices are closed. Please stay safe.

Ministry of Mothers Sharing (MOMS) Evening Edition begins Feb. 9!

All mothers are invited to join this beloved St. Catherine tradition. MOMS is a 10-week book study is for women - just like you - who wish to connect and lift each other up in the particular vocation of motherhood. Orientation will be held on Thursday, February 9, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. in room 211 in the Parish Center.

Christmas Party and Farewell to Jeanette

Everyone is invited to our Christmas Celebration and Farewell to Jeanette Britt on Sat., Dec. 17. We will begin with Christmas Carols in the Church at 6:30 PM, then enjoy sweet and savory treats in the Parish Center. Bring a Christmas dessert or savory snack to share. RSVP online and let us know what you will bring to share.

Parish Potluck on Saturday, October 29

Everyone is invited to our Parish Potluck on in Johnson Hall after the 5:00 p.m. Mass on Saturday, October 29. We'll provide the burgers and beverages. Bring your favorite salad (fruit, pasta, greens, etc.), side dish (beans, veggies, mac & cheese, etc.), or dessert. Please RSVP at stcatherine-austin.org/parish-potluck by Friday, Oct. 28 at noon!

Ladies Afternoon Tea has been cancelled

With great disappointment, the Afternoon Tea scheduled for Friday, October 21, has been cancelled. This is due to a low response. Clearly, fall is a busy time for everyone! Another Afternoon Tea is in the planning for the spring. Stay tuned!

Backpack and School Supply Drive

We are collecting new backpacks and school supplies for students living in Foundation Communities’ affordable housing apartments in southwest Austin and for the St. Vincent de Paul Society. Pick up a school supply list on the table in the narthex. Please return your donations by Sunday, July 24. Thank you!

Ethics & Integrity in Ministry (EIM) Workshop

Ethics & Integrity in Ministry (EIM) promotes the protection of minors, elderly adults and adults with disabilities as well as ethical behavior in all ministry. We will be hosting an EIM Workshop in the Parish Center on Thursday, May 5, 2022 at 7:00 pm. Please register for the workshop and/or create an EIM Application at eappsdb.com/austin

Please join us for an evening of beautiful sacred choral music, called “The Face of Eternal Light” on Sun., March 27 at 7:00 p.m. in the Church. This special performance by the Masterworks Singers will be conducted by Dr. H. Morris Stevens, Jr. All are welcome and there is no need to sign up or buy a ticket. There will be a freewill offering.

Donate to Help Families Affected in Ukraine

For those wishing to contribute to relief efforts in Ukraine, Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is working across Ukraine and in bordering countries to provide safe shelter, hot meals, hygiene supplies, transport to safe areas, counseling support and more. Your prayers and support will make a difference. To help, please donate at support.crs.org/donate/donate-ukraine.

Mardi Gras Party on Fri., February 25!

Everyone is invited to our Mardi Gras Party! Please join us on Fri., Feb. 25 in Johnson Hall, 6 - 9 p.m. We'll have chicken, sausage, mac & cheese, and salad. Please bring desserts and wine to share! It will be fun for the whole family. Costumes and masks are welcome! Kindly RVSP to the parish office or online by Feb. 23.

Last weekend for the Giving Tree 2021!

This is the last weekend to make a donation to our Christmas Giving Tree Project, which helps poor families in our geographic boundaries. We have only met about half of our goal so far and really need your help. If you are able, please purchase a gift card, write a check, donate online or put cash in the donation box on the Giving Tree table in the narthex. We will also accept donations on Monday, Dec. 6. Thank you for your generosity!

Poinsettia Flower Memorials

St. Catherine of Siena Parish offers members the opportunity to remember their loved ones by purchasing a Christmas Poinsettia to be used in decorating the church during the Christmas season. Click here for more information. Deadline to purchase is Mon., Dec. 6.

La Posada on Sun., December 12

St. Catherine’s will host a Posada on Sun., Dec. 12 at 6:30 p.m., after the 5:00 p.m. Mass. All families are invited to attend the Posada, the Bethlehem walk with Mary and Joseph as they look for a room for baby Jesus to be born. This will be an outdoor event. Sign up to bring a dessert to share!

Drive-Thru Blessing of the Animals

This year in honor of the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi, we will host a no-contact, stay-in-your-car, blessing of your beloved pets on Sat., Oct. 2! We are adapting this time-honored ritual to fit our current circumstances. Join us by driving into the West parking lot (the big parking lot, without the car shelter) before we begin at 9:30 a.m. PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY.

Last weekend of Food Drive for Abiding Love Food Pantry

Please return your food donations to the narthex. You may also return items directly to Abiding Love on Sunday, Sept. 19 where the Knights of Columbus will host a Drive-Thru Food Drive at Abiding Love from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. They will unload donations from your car.

Knights of Columbus 8th Annual Blue Jeans and Boots Gala

Knights of Columbus Council 8156 will host their 8th Annual Blue Jeans and Boots Gala on Fri., Sept. 24 at 6:00 p.m. at Creekside Pavilion (located just across the street from Salt Lick BBQ). A $100 donation includes an evening of fellowship, dinner and drinks for two, dancing and door prizes ($1000 top prize). There will also be a silent auction. Find more information and buy tickets at kofc8156.org/gala.

Drive-through Blessing of the Backpacks

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!

2021 Graduation Mass

All 2021 High School and College graduates are invited to a Graduation Mass on Sunday, June 6, at 11:30 a.m. We look forward to celebrating this milestone with you! To participate, RSVP online by Monday, May 31.

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