SVDPYA Announcements AUG26-SEPT1
SVdP President
SVDPYA Announcements AUG26-SEPT1
Have a wonderful week + Feel free to bring a friend or two + God Bless us all
Saint Vincent de
Paul Young Adults
August 26th – September
1st
Mass: Weekdays 6:45am & 12:10pm + Tuesday Young Adult Mass 7pm + Saturday 8:15am
Saturday
5pm + Sunday 7:30am, 9am, 11am, 1pm, 3pm (Spanish), 5pm
Confession: Tuesday 6pm-7pm & Saturday 3:30pm-4:30pm
Perpetual Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: Monday, 7 AM through Saturday, 8
AM (24 hrs a day)
Monday, August 26th, 2013
Mass Readings 1 Thessalonians 1:1-5, 8b-10 & Matthew 23:13-22 “The Lord takes delight in his people.”
Run Club: Fellowship +
Fun + Fit
Monday, August
26th + St.
Vincent de Paul Church + 6:30pm
Runners of all levels welcomed! Come be a part of Run Club: Fellowship + Fun + Fit at the weekly Monday evening runs. After the run meet us at Whole Food Market (4004 Bellaire Blvd Houston, TX 77025) where there will be plenty of healthy food options and a wide variety of your favorite adult drinks. Run Club: Fellowship + Fun + Fit: Aims to build camaraderie among fellow runners of all levels and to be a place that encourages runners to achieve goals through a supportive community.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1403840786499592/
St. Joseph Calasanz, pray for us!
http://www.americancatholic.org/features/saints/saint.aspx?id=1119
Tuesday, August 27th, 2013
Mass Readings: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8 & Matthew 23:23-26 “You have searched me and you know me, Lord.”
Young Adult Mass
& Dinner
Tuesday, August 27th + St Vincent de Paul + 7pm
-Mass beginning at 7pm
-Opportunity for Confession 6pm-7pm
-Rosary to begin at 6:30pm
-Dinner with great company to follow after Mass
(Freebirds World Burritos + 3745 Greenbriar St + Houston, TX 77098)
https://www.facebook.com/events/166069400249828/
St. Monica, pray for us!
http://www.americancatholic.org/features/saints/saint.aspx?id=1120
Wednesday, August 28th, 2013
Mass Readings: 1 Thessalonians 2:9-13 & Matthew 23:27-32 “You have searched me and you know me, Lord.”
St. Augustine of Hippo, pray for us!
http://www.americancatholic.org/features/saints/saint.aspx?id=1121
Thursday, August 29th, 2013
Mass Readings: 1 Thessalonians 3:7-13 & Mark 6:17-29 “Fill us with your love, O Lord, and we will sing for joy!”
No Apology Apologetics -
Seeking the TRUTH to speak the TRUTH
Thursday, August 29th + St Vincent de Paul + Msgr. Jamail Family Center 7pm
Do you ever wonder how to address questions about homosexuality and contraception adequately? Perhaps you yourself are wondering why the Church teaches what it does. Come by St. Vincent’s for an informative talk and discussion forum. Bring your questions and your own insights to share.
Topics: Homosexuality
and Contraception
https://www.facebook.com/events/560415417353981/
John the Baptist, pray for us!
http://www.americancatholic.org/features/saints/saint.aspx?id=1122
Friday, August 30th, 2013
Mass Readings: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8 & Matthew25:1-13 “Rejoice in the Lord, you just!”
St. Jeanne Jugan, pray for us!
http://www.americancatholic.org/features/saints/saint.aspx?id=1935
Saturday, August 31st, 2013
Mass Readings: 1 Thessalonians 4:9-11 & Matthew 25:14-30
“The Lord comes to rule the earth with justice.”
Fun at The Beach!!!
Saturday, August 31st + Stewart Beach + 201 Seawall Blvd + Galveston, Texas + 77550 + 9am
Please join us
for a day filled with fun, sun, and fellowship at Stewart Beach in Galveston, Texas.
Dont forget to bring the necessities water, sunblock, and a towel.
Feel free to bring anything to add to the fun (volleyball, football, frisbee,
sandcastle stuff, kites, etc)
Feel free to bring yummy food, snacks, and drinks to share to add to the
festivities
Admission to Stewart Beach $8(CASH) per vehicle/per entry split amongst
passengers
We will be meeting at St. Vincent de Paul's big parking lot (Holcombe side)
starting at 830AM and leave together promptly at 9AM or feel free to meet us at
Stewart Beach at your convenience...
See everyone there + Feel free to bring friends + God Bless us all
https://www.facebook.com/events/425625007550620/
Sts. Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus, pray for us!
http://www.americancatholic.org/features/saints/saint.aspx?id=1124
Sunday, September 1st, 2013
Mass Readings Sirach 3:17-18, 20, 28-29 & Hebrew 12:18-19, 22-24a & Luke 14:1, 7-14
“God, in your goodness, you have made a home for the poor.”
Dinner & Taizé Night
Prayer
Sunday, September 1st + St. Vincent de Paul in the Church + 7:00pm
Dinner
with great company will start at 6pm at Pronto Cucinino
3191 W Holcombe Blvd + Houston, TX 77246 (across the street from St Vincent de
Paul)
Taizé Night Prayer to begin at 730pm
Beautiful peaceful prayer experience + Contemplative music + Calming candle lit
service
https://www.facebook.com/events/211427975687077/
St. Giles, pray for us!
http://www.americancatholic.org/features/saints/saint.aspx?id=1521
Good News & Save The Date
Announcements:
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ALL CELEBRATING BIRTHDAY’S & ANNIVERSARY’S! Praying for many blessings in all the celebrations!!!
Eucharistic Adorers Needed
To sign up: (713)568-6823 or ador...@StVincentCatholicChurch.org.
We need volunteers for the following weekly hours: (*We especially need help with these spots)
Tuesdays 2-3pm + Tuesdays 10-11pm* + Wednesdays 7-8pm + Thursday mornings 2-3am + Thursdays 12 noon-1pm*
Singers/Musicians Needed for The Young Adult Mass
Needed:
Singers and musicians willing to share in the blessings of their musical
talents during the Tuesday Young Adult Mass. Please arrive by 6:45pm before the
Young Adult Mass to practice and go over music selections and
arrangements.
Adoration: Jesus + Sacred Scripture + Reflection
Sunday, September 8th + St. Vincent de Paul in the Church + 7:00pm
Spend a relaxing evening with Jesus listening to His Words through Sacred Scripture and silently reflecting upon them in His presence. Feel free to bring a friend or two, see everyone there.
https://www.facebook.com/events/373456162783666/
Run Club: Fellowship +
Fun + Fit
Monday, September
9th+ St. Vincent de Paul Church +
6:30pm
Runners of all levels welcomed! Come be a part of Run Club: Fellowship + Fun + Fit at the weekly Monday evening runs. After the run meet us at Whole Food Market (4004 Bellaire Blvd Houston, TX 77025) where there will be plenty of healthy food options and a wide variety of your favorite adult drinks. Run Club: Fellowship + Fun + Fit: Aims to build camaraderie among fellow runners of all levels and to be a place that encourages runners to achieve goals through a supportive community.
One Faith, Many
Expressions - Living As a Young Adult in Today's World
Wednesday, September 11th + St Vincent de Paul + Msgr.
Jamail Family Center + Cafeteria + 7pm
One
Faith, Many Expressions - Living As a Young Adult in Today's World
Come hear young adults from around the archdiocese share their faith journey.
Hear how the lives of young adults have been transformed by the Faith and their
faith transformed by their lives.
May we continue this Year of Faith by experiencing God's Love through the lives
of Young Adults just like us.
See everyone there + Feel free to bring a friend or two + God Bless us all
https://www.facebook.com/events/388638911236521/
Rosary for Life
Saturday, September 21st + Planned Parenthood Public Sidewalk+ 4600 Gulf Freeway + 77023 + 10:00pm
Join us
as we go to pray outside of Planned Parenthood to build a culture of life.
Don't forget to bring your rosary and remember to maintain a positive,
prayerful attitude as we pray for the women, children, families, abortion
workers, and everyone who is affected by abortion.
For those interested, we will meet at 9:30am at St.
Vincent's and carpool to Planned Parenthood.
Otherwise we will see you at Planned Parenthood Gulf Freeway location (4600
Gulf Freeway + Houston, TX + 77023) at 10am. +++ PLEASE PARK ALONG THE PUBLIC STREET +++
Afterwards, we will go for a bite to eat for some fellowship.
https://www.facebook.com/events/487644171325193/
K of C Pancake/Taco Breakfast
Sunday, September 8th + St. Vincent de Paul School Cafeteria + 8am – 12:30pm
A complete breakfast at a good price!
St. Vincent de Paul Women’s ACTS Retreat April 3rd-6th, 2014
We are going to host our very own Women’s Acts retreat! If you cannot attend the St. Thomas More retreat, you’re in luck, because we are having our own! At this retreat you will take some time away from your busy schedule to come away for a while and be with the Lord. You will have the opportunity to hear some amazing talks, build lasting friendships, and deepen your prayer life. Mark this date on your calendar, and look for more details to come!
Linens Team Volunteers Needed
Are you able to set aside five hours a month to help serve God? That’s all the time you would need to be a part of
the Linens Team which plays an important behind-the- scenes role in the Eucharistic Liturgy. If you receive Communion at any of our 72+Masses each month, you’ve benefited from the activity of this Team. Members choose one time a month to pick-up, cleanse, wash, iron and return the small altar linens (handkerchief size).
We have openings for 2-3volunteers and can work within your schedule of availability. Contact Susan Massey, cell (713) 822-7044.
Ushers Needed
Men and women volunteers are needed to serve as ushers at all of the SVDP
Masses.
If you are interested in serving in this rewarding ministry, please speak to an usher after mass or contact Luis Barrera at 713-668 5424 barr...@aol.com or Louis Morones at 713-667-0051.
Thinking about joining the Catholic Church? Know someone who is curious about the Catholic Faith?
Not a Catholic and Interested in joining the Catholic Church or have questions about the Catholic Faith? Have a spouse, friend, family member or Fiancé that may be interested in becoming Catholic? Parish RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) will begin formal classes in the Fall. Contact Nick LaRocca – Director of Faith Formation at nlar...@svdp-edu.org or 713-663- 3565 for more information.
Sacrament of Matrimony
Six to eight months are required for marriage preparation. Please call the Parish Office, 713-667-9111 for an appointment with the marriage coordinator.
Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick
Please call the Parish Office (713-667-9111) as soon as you or someone in your family schedule’s surgery, hospitalization or suffer serious illness or injury.
Can’t Get to Church? If you or someone you know would like to receive Communion, but are home bound, or in a nursing or retirement residence and unable to get to Mass, please call the Parish Office, 713-667-9111.
Al-Anon
Al-Anon meets Tuesdays for book study and Thursdays for discussion, at 7pm, room 102, Middle School Bldg. Al-Anon is a hopeful and understanding group for anyone needing help because of alcoholism. Anyone affected by someone else's drinking is welcome. Please contact us at 713-682-5433 or lif...@lifeadv.net
Incarnate Word and Blessed Sacrament Come and See Events
Pray with the Liturgy of the Hours: Mon-Thurs 5:30pm
“Seek” SAYA Retreat
September 6 at 5:30pm until September 8 at
2:00pm
+ Saint Anne's Catholic Church + 2140
Westheimer Rd + 77098
Saint Anne Young Adults would like to invite you to a retreat! Hosted by SAYA and presented by Michael Dopp, President of Ministry of the Redeemer, this weekend retreat will help young adults from around the Archdiocese grow in faith and relationship with God and their fellow retreatants. The suggested donation for the weekend is $30, which includes all retreat materials and light refreshments throughout the weekend. Opportunities for Confession will be available and we will attend the 11:00AM Sunday Mass.
We will meet on: Friday, September 6 from 5:30 - 9:00PM + Saturday, September 7 from noon - 8:30PM + Sunday, September 8 from 8:00AM - 2:00PM.
To register for the retreat!http://www.sogosurvey.com/survey.aspx?k=SsQRSWSsRsPsPsP
Please mail your donation check made out to "St. Anne Young Adults" to Emily Mitchell at 1917 Genesee Street, Houston, TX 77006.
Rachel Retreat
Saturday, September 21 + 9am-5pm
A private and confidential retreat given by Fr. Paul G. Felix in English will be held for women who suffer after an abortion. For more information, please contact Dr. Colbert at 713-741-8728 between 1pm - 4pm.
Catholic Charities Pregnancy Program
Pregnant? Alone and uncertain? You or someone you know? Please contact Catholic Charities Pregnancy Program for help with medical resources, parenting assistance and on planning for the arrival of your child. Catholic Charities has been assisting mothers and children in our community for 70 years. Contact Colleen Kitowski at 713-874-6760 or email ckit...@catholiccharities.org.
Volunteer Interfaith Caregivers
Do you have a few hours a month to volunteer? Volunteer Interfaith Caregivers SW which serves the frail and elderly of SW Houston, urgently needs volunteers to take people shopping, medical appointments, perform minor home repairs, garden and yard work for those who can no longer perform these services for themselves. Even a couple of hours a month can make the world of difference to your neighbor in need. Please call 713-772-8181 or email volin...@sbcglobal.net to volunteer today!
The Catholic Chaplain Corps - Pastoral Assistants Formation Training
The Catholic Chaplain Corps (CCC) of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston provides pastoral and sacramental ministry for patients in the Texas Medical Center and other selected Houston area hospitals. A very important part of the Corps Ministry is offered through the Pastoral Assistants (PA). The PA formation process is one year in length. If you are interested in learning more about being a
Pastoral Assistant, the process for applying is as follows:
Call Fr. Page Polk, OFM at 713-747-8445. + If after the conversation with Fr. Page, you want an
application form, one will be sent to you + Complete the application form and return it to the
CCC office by Monday, October 7, 2013. + After the completed application form is received, an
interview will be scheduled. + A new series of classes begins December 14, 2013.
Cook Wanted
The Incarnate Word Sisters are looking to hire an experienced cook for Incarnate Word
Convent. To apply please contact Sister Scholastica at sschol...@yahoo.com
ParishPay - Online Giving
Tired of
writing checks and keeping up with parish envelopes? Need a reminder to give
your contribution? If the answer is yes, enroll in ParishPay, our automated
means to financially support SVDP Parish through monthly contributions from
your checking, savings, or credit card account. There is no cost to the
parishioner.
Benefits of using ParishPay: Parishioners may use Parish Pay for periodic
pledge contributions, special collections or one-time gifts. A parishioner may make information and
donation changes to their account at any time.
ParishPay uses SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) and the highest level of security features—as stringent as major banks and the most secure websites today. Contributors enrolled with ParishPay can print out an annual receipt directly from the website every January, which can be used for IRS documentation.
+ENROLL TODAY + There’re 3 ways to enroll. Choose which works for you:
Visit the website at www.parishpay.com or call 1-866-PARISH-1 or call SVDP at 713-663-3536
To EDIT information in your account, go to: parishpay.com and input your id and password.
Young Adult Members Corner:
“A Christian
may never think of belief as a private act. Faith is choosing to stand with the
Lord” –Pope Benedict XVI
Thank you to all the amazing Young Adults who make up this ministry, please
feel free to share with us any opportunities to grow with one another in the
Faith. Thank you and God Bless us all
For the repose of all souls that have departed from us; we pray for the journey of you to Heaven
For any questions about the SVDPYA
community please feel free to contact us J
Chris Bolan +
832.719.3112 + svd...@gmail.com or find SVDPYA
on the Facebook