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OUR MISSION STATEMENT
St. Mary's is a community of believers dedicated to the living worship of God. As the only Catholic Church in Limestone County, our faith community reflects the ethnic diversity of the towns in which we live. We gather to fulfill our mission as dis-ciples of Jesus Christ: we hear His Word, we celebrate the Sac-raments and we witness His love to others. Our Christian wit-ness consists of sharing our spiritual gifts with the grace of God and the example and prayers of our patron saint, the Immacu-late Conception, among us and with others - striving to grow in Holiness.
PARISH OFFICE 606 North Bonham St., Mexia, TX 76667
Phone:(254)562-3619 Fax:(254)562-6377
Web page: stmarysmexia.org.
OFFICE HOURS:
Sunday: 9:30AM - 11:30AM
4th Sunday: Closed Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday:
10:00 AM- 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
(Summer: Wednesday 10:00 AM – 4:00PM)
PARISH CLERGY
Pastor: Rev. Fr. Justin Nguyen
Email: [email protected]
Deacon Richard Johnson
Email: [email protected]
Deacon Dwight Mahoney
Email: [email protected] Phone: (254) 729-2573
Deacon Daniel Ramirez
Phone: (254) 562-9196
PARISH STAFF & VOLUNTEERS
Secretary: Juanita Rodriguez
Email: [email protected]
Finance Manager: Mary Seale
Email: [email protected]
Parish Council Chairman: Michael Gragg Finance Council Chairman: Don Altland
CELEBRATION OF THE HOLY EUCHARIST
Sunday Masses: 8:00 & 10:00 AM (English); 12:00 PM (Spanish) Weekday Masses: Tuesday - Friday 12:00 PM
DEVOTION Adoration: 1st Fridays 11:00 AM 3rd Saturday 7:00PM (Spanish) Rosary: 30 minutes before Sunday Masses
St. Mary’s
Catholic Church
DIOCESE OF AUSTINDIOCESE OF AUSTINDIOCESE OF AUSTIN THE CATHOLIC CHURCH
IN CENTRAL TEXAS
Established 1886
November 6, 2016 — Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time -Year C
CELEBRATION OF THE SACRAMENTS
SACRAMENT OF PENANCE
Wednesday 5:00PM – 6:00PM
Sunday AM : 7:15-7:45, 9:15-9:45, 11:15-11:45
During office hours or by appointment.
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
Baptism is after Sunday Masses.
Baptismal classes:
English class: By appointment. Spanish class: 3rd Sunday of each month at
9:00AM-11:00AM
SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY
Contact the office at least 6 months in advance.
SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING OF THE SICK Contact the priest immediately if you or your family
members are seriously ill or will have a major surgery.
or are old aged or in danger of death.
CELEBRACION DE LOS SACRAMENTOS
SACRAMENTO DE RECONCILIACION
Miércoles 5:00PM – 6:00PM
Domingo AM: 7:15-7:45, 9:15-9:45, 11:15-11:45
Durante las horas de la oficina o con cita.
SACRAMENTO DE BAUTISMO
Bautismos: después de la Santa Misa en Domingo.
Las clases pre-bautismales para Padres y Padrinos.
Clases en Ingles: son con cita
Clases en Español: El tercer Domingo
de cada mes a las 9:00AM-11:00AM
SACRAMENTO DE MATRIMONIO
Comunicasen al despacho parroquial con 6 meses de anti-
cipó.
SACRAMENTO DE UNCION DE LOS ENFERMOS
Comunicasen con el padre inmediatamente si usted o un fa-
miliar esta grabe o va tener una operación seria o si es una
persona de la tercer edad o peligro de muerte.
MINISTERS OF THE WEEK
Altar Servers:
8:00AM: Lewis Taylor, Chris Staton, Alberto Hernández,
Belen Hernández & Leslie Hernandez.
10:00AM: Makayla Contreras, Mani Contreras, Alex Lira
Samantha Lira & Andrea Delgadillo.
12:00PM: Lorena Arvizu, Misael Arvizu, Isela Arvizu,
Andrés Ramos & Oscar Ramos.
Lectors: 8:00AM: Rey Zies (L) & Janice Davis (A)
10:00AM: Richard Greff (L) & Bob McCain (A)
12:00PM: Teresa Carrillo (L) & Carmen Gonzalez (A)
Extraordinary Minister of the Cup: 8:00AM: Melissa Holt
10:00AM: Rick Schlitt
12:00PM: Juanita Ayala
MASS INTENTIONS FOR THIS WEEK
Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
8:00 AM: +John Patrick
10:00 AM: +Maria Torales
12:00 PM: Pro Populo
Tuesday-12:00 PM: +Rosie Knapek
Wednesday-12:00 PM: +Rosie Knapek
Thursday-12:00 PM: +Rosie Knapek
Friday-12:00 PM: +Rosie Knapek
Pastoral Council members: Maria Brim, Enrique Crosby, Mi-
chael Gragg, Marie Keale, Linda Kuborn, Joanne McCain, Car-
los Mendoza, Polo Mora and Yocira Ramírez.
Finance Council members: Rick Schlitt, Richard Greff, Don
Altland, Marcelino Ayala, Janice Davis, Helen Matthews, Polo
Mora, Ray Zies, and Mary Seale.
St. Mary’s asks that you please keep in prayer all of those in our com-
munity who are sick, in the hospital, homebound or coping with health
issues.
Let us pray for the sick: Olivia Knutson, Marcelino Maldonado, Jack
Telford, Ernest Pack, Marie Henderson, Ruth Haddick, J. Reyes Mora-
les, Nancy Morales, Nicole Collatos, April Pickard, Kristi Jackson, Tin-
nie Wilson, Cathy Hickman, Tommy Beard, Jackie Rayner, Paul Tho-
mas Mahoney, Lisa Hill, Walter Kimmerling, Charles Little and Nelta
Little.
Let us pray for the deceased: Maria De La Luz Castro, Margaret May-
field, Francisco Luna, Expedito González, Ernesto Fajardo, Jesús Ernes-
to Ortiz, Marcella Kaska, Luis Martínez, Alfredo Saldaña, Eloise Frede-
rick, Krista Roden, and Melvin Pinson.
Please call the parish office to update the list.
Por favor llame al despacho parroquial para actualizar la lista.
Future Mass Schedule:
Turkey Bingo weekend: Sat. Nov. 12th: 6:00pm Spanish
Sun. Nov. 13th: as usual.
Turkey Bingo: 11:15am
Gordon Lee’s Ordination Saturday Nov.19th :Vigil Mass, 6:00pm Spanish
Sunday Nov. 20th: 8:00am & 9:30am English
Reception: Begins at 10:45am
Holiday Day of Obligation: Immaculate Conception Wed. Dec. 7th: 6:00pm: English with CCE students in the parish Hall
Thurs. Dec. 8th: 12:00pm English, 6:00pm Spanish
Our Lady of Guadalupe Sat. Dec 10th: 5:00pm Spanish
Sunday Dec. 11th: 8:00am & 10am English
Mon. Dec 12th: Mañanitas; Mass—6:00am.
Christmas Dec. 24th: 5:00pm English, 7:30pm Spanish, 12:00am: English
Dec. 25th: 8:00am English
The Altar Flowers Were Donated By:
Susan & Dennis Dornak
In Memory of: +George & +Mark Burns
Bishop Vásquez’ Prayer Request
May our country, continue to strive to seek the common good and
defend the dignity of all human life, especially the most vulnerable,
we pray …
Que nuestro país siga realizando esfuerzos para buscar el bien común
y defender la dignidad de toda vida humana, especialmente los más
vulnerables, oremos ...
ANUNCIOS EN ESPAÑOL
Están invitados para acompañaros a comer y jugar “LOTERIA DE PA-
VO” el próximo Domingo. El Grupo de Oración estará sirviendo unas deli-
ciosos enchiladas y Las Señoras del Altar va organizar el juego de LOTE-
RIA. Los premios incluyen pavos, jamones, y tarjetas de regalo. Los boletos
cuestan $10 y estarán a la venta después de la Misa de hoy. Compre sus bo-
letos adelantados así nosotros puedemos a ser suficiente enchiladas. Véngase
a disfrutar una estupenda comida y diversión.
El Llamado para los Servicios Católicos Anual Se llevará a cabo el próxi-
mo fin de semana. Cada año, nuestro obispo nos pide a cada uno de nosotros
que hagamos un compromiso para apoyar el trabajo de nuestros programas
diocesanos y ministerios. Al compartir los dones que Dios nos ha otorgado,
podemos trabajar juntos para cuidar de la Iglesia. Por favor, experimente el
gozo de dar y únase a nosotros mientras continuamos el trabajo de espiritua-
lidad, caridad y educación de Cristo.
Colecta Especial para el 13 de Noviembre A petición de la Conferencia de
Obispos Católicos de Estados Unidos. Se solicita a todas las parroquias a
hacer una colecta especial el fin de semana 12 y 13 de Noviembre para ayu-
dar a los afectados por el huracán Mateo. El dinero recaudado será distribui-
do a través de Catholic Relief Services y Caridades Católicas de Estados
Unidos para proporcionar agua, alimentos, refugio, atención médica y los
esfuerzos de recuperación a largo plazo en los Estados Unidos, Cuba, Haití y
otras partes del Caribe.
Venta de Eggrolls Tenemos Vietnamita Eggrolls caseros. Sería un gran
plato de acompañamiento para la cena de Acción de Gracias. Si desea com-
prar sus Eggrolls para fríe y servir. Pase por el despacho parroquial o comu-
nicasen con nosotros estamos disponibles para ustedes.
Preparación del Salón Parroquial Necesitamos voluntarios para ayudarnos
a arreglar el Salón Parroquial para la recepción de Gordon Lee. Todos son
bienvenidos para ayudarnos el Sábado, 19 de Noviembre a las 10 de la ma-
ñana hasta las 2 de la tarde. Para obtener más información, póngase en con-
tacto con la Señor Kathy Satsky (254) 625-0511.
Si usted y su pareja no están casados por la Iglesia Por favor hablen con
el Párroco Justino para él pueda dar algún consejo recuerden a veces hay
cosas que se pueden hacer para validar su matrimonio en la Iglesia.
Servicio de Penitencia Tiempo de Adviento
En El Decanato de Waco
Lunes, 28 de Noviembre a las 6:00 p.m.— Pa. San Francisco (Waco)
Martes, 29 de Noviembre a las 6:00 p.m.—Pa. Sagrado Corazón (Waco)
Lunes, 5 de Diciembre a las 7:00 p.m.— Pa. Sta. María (Waco)
Jueves, 15 de Diciembre a las 6:00 p.m.— Pa. Sta. María (Mexia)
Martes, 20 de Diciembre a las 6:00 p.m.—Pa. San Luis (Waco)
Miércoles, 21 de Diciembre a las 7:00 p.m.— Pa. San José (Bellmead)
PARISH ANNOUNCEMENTS AND EVENTS
Study Group “Gospel of John” will meet today after 8:00
a.m. Mass in the Parish Hall conference room.
Capital Campaign Commitment We have been informed
and pray about our Capital Campaign. Today, is our commit-
ment weekend for those who have not received the letter from
the Church. We also have Question and Answer sessions with
refreshments after 8:00 and 10:00 Masses for everyone who
wants to know more about the project.
Come join us for lunch and TURKEY BINGO next Sunday,
Nov. 13th. The Spanish Prayer Group will be serving a deli-
cious enchilada lunch and the Ladies Altar Guild will be host-
ing BINGO. Prizes include turkeys, hams, and gift cards. Tick-
ets are $10 and will be for sale after Mass today. Purchase
your tickets in advance so we will know how may enchiladas
to make. Please join us for some great food and fun.
The Annual Diocesan Catholic Services Appeal will be
conducted next weekend. Each year, our bishop asks every
one of us to make a commitment to support the work of our
diocesan programs and ministries. By sharing the gifts God
has granted us, we can work together to care for the Church.
Please experience the joy of giving and join us as we work
to continue Christ’s work of spirituality, charity and educa-
tion.
Special collection November 13th At the request of the U.S.
Conference of Catholic Bishops all parishes are requested to
take up a special collection the weekend of Nov. 12-13 to as-
sist those affected by Hurricane Matthew. The money col-
lected will be distributed through Catholic Relief Services and
Catholic Charities USA to provide water, food, shelter, medi-
cal care and long-term recovery efforts in the U.S., Cuba, Haiti
and other parts of the Caribbean.
Eggroll Sale We have some home-made Vietnamese Eggrolls.
It would be a great side dish for Thanksgiving Dinner. If you
would like to purchase eggrolls to fry and serve, stop by the
church office or contact us at anytime.
Parish Hall Set-up We need volunteers to help us set-up the
Parish Hall for Gordon Lee’s reception. Everyone is welcome
to help us on Saturday, November 19th, from 10:00 a.m.—2:00
p.m. For more information please contact Kathy Satsky (254)
625-0511.
Seeking volunteers to visit the sick or homebound on the last
Friday of every month. Let us be good stewards and do Corpo-
ral Works of Mercy. For more information please contact Mrs.
Kathy Satsky at (254) 625-0511.
Advent Penance Service in the Waco Deanery
Monday, Nov. 28th, at 6:00 p.m.—St. Francis (Waco)
Tuesday, Nov. 29th, at 6:00 p.m.—Sacred Heart (Waco)
Monday, Dec. 5th, at 7:00 p.m.—St. Mary (Waco)
Thursday, Dec. 15th, at 6:00 p.m.— St. Mary (Mexia)
Tuesday, Dec. 20th, at 6:00 p.m.—St. Louis (Waco)
Wednesday, Dec. 21st, at 7:00 p.m.—St. Joseph (Bellmead)
COLLECTION REPORT
Weekly average needed: $3,400.00
Offering Last Sunday 10/30/16: $ 2,195.51
Thank you for your generosity!
Futuro Horario de Misas Lotería de Pavo fin de semana:
Sábado 12 de Noviembre: Vigilia, 6:00 pm en Español
Domingo 13 Noviembre: Horario regular
Lotería de Pavo: empieza a las 11:15 am
Ordenación de Gordon Lee Sábado 19 de Noviembre: Vigilia, 6:00 pm en Español
Domingo 20 de Noviembre: 8:00 am y las 9:30 am en Inglés
Recepción Comienza a las 10:45 am
Día de la Inmaculada Concepción Día de Obligación Miércoles 7 de Diciembre: 6:00 pm en Inglés con estudiantes del Catecis-
mo en el salón parroquial
Jueves 8 de Diciembre: 12:00 en Inglés y 6:00 pm en Español
Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe Sábado 10 de Diciembre 5:00 pm en Español
Domingo 11 de Diciembre 8:00 am y 10 am en Inglés
Lunes 12 de Diciembre: Mañanitas; Misa- 6:00 am. en Español
Navidad
24 de Diciembre: 5:00 pm en Inglés, 7:30 pm en Español, 12:00 am en
Inglés
25 de Diciembre: 8 a.m. en Inglés
To Form a Conscience for the Faithful Citizen
The Catholic Church equips its members to address political and social questions by helping them to develop a well-formed
conscience . . . Conscience is not something that allows us to justify doing whatever we want, nor is it a mere "feeling" about what
we should do or not to do. Rather, conscience is the voice of God resounding in the human heart, revealing the truth to us and calling
us to do what is good while shunning what is evil. Conscience does not simply "come to us"! Throughout our lives, we have to spend
time forming our consciences so that we can make well-reasoned judgments about particular situations.
Moral conscience, present at the heart of the person, enjoins him at the appropriate moment to do good and to avoid evil. It
also judges particular choices, approving those that are good and denouncing those that are evil. It bears witness to the authority of
truth in reference to the supreme God to which the human person is drawn, and it welcomes the commandments. When he listens to
his conscience, the prudent man can hear God speaking. (CCC 1777)
Conscience is a judgment of reason whereby the human person recognizes the moral quality of a concrete act that he is go-
ing to perform, is in the process of performing, or has already completed. In all he says and does, man is obliged to follow faithfully
what he knows to be just and right. It is by the judgment of his conscience that man perceives and recognizes the prescriptions of the
divine law. (CCC1778)
The education of the conscience is a lifelong task. From the earliest years, it awakens the child to the knowledge and prac-
tice of the interior law recognized by conscience. Prudent education teaches virtue; it prevents or cures fear, selfishness or pride,
resentment arising from guilt, and feelings of complacency, born of human weakness and faults. The education of the conscience
guarantees freedom and engenders peace of heart.(CCC1784)
In the formation of conscience Word of God is the light for our path, we must assimilate it in faith and prayer and put it into
practice. We must also examine our conscience before the Lord's Cross. We are assisted by the gifts of the Holy Spirit, aided by the
witness or advise of others and guided by the authorize teaching of the Catholic Church. (CCC1785)
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Vice-President: Mary Demny
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Secretary: Margaret May
(254) 562-2641
Treasurer: Darlene Arrington
(254) 562-5697
ALL LADIES ARE WELCOME. WE MEET EVERY 2ND SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH.
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