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MONDAY, DECEMBER 25 THE NATIVITY OF THE LORD Cathedral office closed; CSSM holiday 9:30am... Christmas Mass, Cathedral No Confessions at 11:00am 12:00pm..Christmas Mass, Cathedral 1:45pm... Christmas Mass (Spanish), Cathedral 3:30pm... Christmas Mass (Traditional Latin), Cathedral No 5:30pm Mass

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 26 Cathedral office closed; CSSM holiday 6:00pm... Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA), Donahue Cafeteria

WEDNEDAY, DECEMBER 27 Cathedral office closed; CSSM holiday 7:00pm... St. Augustine Choir Rehearsal, Sheehan

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 28 Cathedral office closed; CSSM holiday 6:30pm... Legion of Mary, Library 7:00pm... Catholic Scripture Study, Bishops Hall

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29 Cathedral office closed; CSSM holiday 7:00pm... Spanish Choir Rehearsal, Sheehan

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 30 11:00am.. Legion of Mary, Library 12:00pm. Schola Rehearsal, Sheehan

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 31 FEAST OF THE HOLY FAMILY 8:00am… Mass for Feast of Holy Family, Cathedral 9:30am... Mass for Feast of Holy Family, Cathedral 12:00pm. Mass for Feast of Holy Family, Cathedral 1:45pm... Mass (Español) for Feast of Holy Family, Cathedral 3:30pm... Mass (Trad. Latin) for Feast of Holy Family, Cathedral 5:30pm... Vigil Mass of Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, Cathedral

MONDAY, JANUARY 1—SOLEMNITY OF MARY, MOTHER OF GOD Cathedral office closed; CSSM holiday No 6:30am Mass 11:00am-12:00pm..Confessions, Cathedral 12:00pm. Solemnity of Mary Mass, Cathedral 6:30pm... Mass (Traditional Latin), Cathedral

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Rector’s Corner Simple Method for Daily Mental Prayer; Four Weeks of Learning How to BEEE in Prayer: Breath ~ Envision ~ Enter in (Encounter) ~ Exit (Return)

This week's letter is another E. It stands for Exit: related to the Latin word Exitus, we now consider the principle of Exitus - Reditus (Exit - Return) which is part of our liturgical experience in every Mass. Have among yourselves the same attitude that is also yours in Christ Jesus, Who, though he was in the form of God, did not regard equality with God something to be grasped. Rather he emptied himself, taking the form of a slave, coming in human likeness; and found human in appearance, he humbled himself, becoming obedient to death, even death on a cross. Because of this, God greatly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name. (Phil 2:5-9) Christ emptied himself of heavenly glory to descend to earth, to be born of the Virgin Mary. He "Exited" heaven to dwell among us, and then, through his Death, Resurrection and Ascension, Returned to heaven to take his place at the right hand of the Father, where he constantly prays for us. We practice a type of Exit/Return motion each Sunday. We Exit the world and Return to church, to Mass, to worship with the Christian community. As a community, we greet the Lord whose Spirit descends from heaven to consecrate the Eucharist, and fills us anew with God's love. And then we Exit the church to Return to the world. There is a constant flow of Exit-Return-Exit in our liturgy, faith, and prayer. Each day we pray, we practice a similar gesture: we Exit the world in order to Return to prayer, to our special encounter with the Lord; conversely, we Exit our prayer time to Return to our life in the world. We are dismissed from Mass with the words, "The Lord be with you," and, "Go . . .Go and announce the Gospel of the Lord.” We can also formulate our own Exit for our time of prayer. A simple suggestion would be the Glory Be, followed by the Sign of the Cross. Do we ever really leave prayer? Prayer need never leave us! But having a dedicated time for mental prayer—15 minutes a day or more—assures us of the development of a good habit (virtue) which gives God a lot of room in which to love us, heal us, and include us in his daily plans. Merry Christmas! Our Savior is born! Have a great season of BEEE-ing with God, our Emmanuel! Fr. Tim ___________________________________________________________

Un método simple para la oración mental diaria; Para poder orar mejor, acuérdense del acrónimo RÍES

La letra para esta semana es la “S” de la palabra “Salir”. El verbo salir viene del latín salire (brincar, saltar), con la idea de saltar hacia fuera, relacionada también con la palabra latina Exitus (una salida). Ahora consideramos la tema principal de Exitus-Reditus (Salida-Regreso) que es parte de nuestra experiencia liturgical en cada misa. “Haya pues, en ustedes esta actitud que hubo también en Cristo Jesús, el cual, aunque existía en forma de Dios, no consideró el ser igual a Dios como algo a qué aferrarse, sino que se despojó a sí mismo tomando forma de siervo, haciéndose semejante a los hombres. Y hallándose en forma de hombre, se humilló Él mismo, haciéndose obediente hasta la muerte, y muerte en una cruz. Por lo cual Dios también Lo exaltó hasta lo sumo, y Le confirió el nombre que es sobre todo nombre.” (Flp. 2,5-9) Cristo se vació de la gloria celestial para descender a la tierra, para nacer de María la virgen. Él salió del cielo para habitar entre nosotros, y luego—por medio de su Muerte, Resurrección, y Ascensión—él regresó al cielo para tomar su lugar a la diestra del Padre donde él constantemente ora por nosotros. Cada domingo, nosotros practicamos una salida y regreso. Nosotros salimos del mundo y regresamos a la iglesia; asistimos a misa para adorar como una comunidad cristiana. Juntos como comunidad, saludamos al Señor, cuyo Espíritu desciende del cielo para consagrar la Eucaristía y nos llena de nuevo con el amor de Dios. Entonces salimos de la iglesia para regresar al mundo. Hay un flujo constante de Salida-Regreso-Salida en nuestra liturgia, fe, y oración. (continúa en la página 3)

Cathedral office holiday hours: Office closed Monday, Dec. 25, through Monday, Jan. 1. Office reopens Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2018. Hours: 8:30am to 5:00pm.

La oficina será cerrada el lunes, 25 de diciembre hasta el lunes, 1º de enero. Se abrirá de nuevo el martes, 2 de enero, 2018 desde las 8:30 a.m. hasta las 5:00 p.m.

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Mass Intentions

Saint Mary Cathedral, Austin, Texas December 24, 2017

Please pray for those who have died:

those in need of healing: Jerry Aksland, Christina Barron Almaguer, Kay Alonso, Ryan Arredondo, Rosalinda Barajas, Gloria Sanchez Barret & family, Ebodia Bautista, Ira Bearden, Reef Bonsmann, Betty Brown, Brian Burditt, Juan Burrola, Sr. & Yolanda Burrola, Dr. Roseanne Butera, Aaron Carroll, Betty Cravens, Jeanne Crawford, Claudia De Los Santos, Mary Jane De Los Santos, Carmel DiCarlo, Brandon Durieux, Jesus Espinosa, Rev. Gary Francis, Glenn Gardner, Suzanne Garvil, Jane Gilbert, Jesse Goldiano, Mary Gott, Sammy Greco, Eloisa Harkrider, Lillian Eve Herrera, Herrera Family, Vanessa Holmes, Diane Ballesteros-Houston, Angel Hyder, Sherry Joseph, Helen Kouri, Ledesma Family, Peggy Lee, Rachel Leigh, Eric Limones, Minnie Lucio, Richard Maldonado, David Mallak, Stacey Mancha, Richard Martin, Bill Martinec, Linda Martinez, Lynette Mayer, Ralph Mergler, Msgr. Frank Miller, Kiera Miller, Michael Miller, Lupe Moncebaiz, Veronica Moore, Fabio Morales, Sr., Chandois Norton, Ludwicka Norton, Maude Patton, Portia Peterson, Joyce Pfertner, Gary Porfirio, Mary Elizabeth Powell, Edward Renteria, Carol Richardson, Joel Rivera, Jorge Rivera, James Roberts, Chloe Sanders, Marrlene Sato, Preena Scergill, Kazuko Smith, Denise Spangler, Frances M. Strickland, Bill Tarpley, Lena Torres, Linda Trevino, Roland Trevino, Sherry Trevino, Eugenio Valdez, Bernard Vasek, Amiee Vassilli, Jesse Vielma, Shane Walden, Thomas Walker, Louise Walters, Cicely White & children, Jennifer Whitmore, Dorothy Wilkinson, Victoria Williams, Wendy Woodruff, Carol Young, Vicente Zavala

and those serving in the military: HR Shelby D. Aparicio HM5 Joseph Jehlen LT Shane Moses 1LT Kyra Barone 1LT Patrick Kuiper LCPL Eric E. Muñoz Capt. Mary E. Boyle CPL Christopher Madere Capt. Nicholas Naquin A1C Paige Derry Capt. David McGuire Sgt. Kenneth A. Saffell PFC Andrew DiCarlo Capt. Lawrence McNamara Capt. Sean Snook 1LT Cory Houck Christopher Mercado, USAF Sgt. William Speer HN5 Jinuel Jehlen Capt. Chris Morrow Spec 4 Chris Trevino Ensign Evan Moses Christopher Ty Trevino

Monday, December 25 9:30am……………..T. J. & Simona Amaro† 12:00pm…………………….Madere Family 1:45pm……………………..Repose of Souls 3:30pm………………….Janie Flores Family

Tuesday, December 26 6:30am………………………….B. Johnson† 12:05pm…………….Robert James Pearsall†

Wednesday, December 27 6:30am…………………...Lillian Vinklarek†

12:05pm…………………..Faithful Departed

Thursday, December 28 6:30am………………………DeAnn Walker 12:05pm…………………..Faithful Departed

Friday, December 29 6:30am………………………..Barbara Black 12:05pm……………………...Valdez Family

Saturday, December 30 12:05pm…………………..Faithful Departed 5:30pm………………………Madere Family

Sunday, December 31 8:00am………………….Janie Flores Family 9:30am…………………….Linda Golian Lui 12:00pm …………….Cathedral Parishioners 1:45pm……………………..Eugenio Valdez 3:30pm…. …..St. Joseph Latin Mass Society 5:30pm………………...Ann & Tony Fayad†

Mass Intentions

SANCTUARY CANDLE

In thanksgiving from the Madere Family

December 17–December 30, 2017

Stewardship & Development

Fourth Sunday of Advent

Capital Campaign* (as of 12-13-2017)

Total pledged…………………...$ 2,023,099.54 Total received from pledges……$ 1,878,725.62 Total received in one-time gifts...$ 221,353.56 Grand total received…………… $ 2,100,077.18

*Help support Saint Mary Cathedral; text a dollar amount to 512-714-2568.

Offertory Collection (week of 12-17-2017)

Budgeted amount needed each week: $21,500

Actual Collection ……………...$ 17,818 Over/(Under)…………………..($ 3,682)

Second Collection-Diocese Cathedral School……………….. $ 3,751

FY 2017 Year-to-Date Budget….$ 494,500 FY 2017 Actual Collection…….$ 471,683 Over/(Under)…………………. ($ 22,817)

Attendance …………………………....1,460

Pope Francis’ Prayer for December—That the elderly, sustained by families and Christian communities, may apply their wisdom and experience to spreading the faith and forming the new generations.

Next Sunday’s Second Collection

(December 30-31, 2017) Maternity Homes of

Diocese of Austin

Donations for flowers and decorations for Advent

and Christmas

We invite you to help continue the tradition of Advent and Christmas beauty in our church by donating in honor of a deceased loved one, or in honor of someone who is living. If you

would like to make a donation, use the Christmas envelopes located in the pews, or call the Parish Office at 512-476-6182.

As you have noticed in our weekly bulletin, we are consistently running on a cash flow deficit. As mentioned in early Oct., we passed a balanced budget for the current fiscal year, but we have no cash reserves. This means—until weekly giving picks up—running a deficit from one week to the next in cash flow. To date our weekly collection deficit is over $22,000. The diocese suggests having a minimum 3-6 months’ general expense in reserve, which, for us, would be minimally $325,000 upwards of $500,000. We can fix this, but your help is needed to sustain our parish.

Please prayerfully consider a year-end gift to the offertory for our general expenses to not only overcome our deficit but also to build up our reserves to $500,000. The gift is tax deductible if given before Dec. 31. You can also make a donation to offertory through our website’s electronic giving option, or by con-tacting the office at 512-476-6182, to learn how to do a stock donation. Thank you in advance for your generosity towards our Cathedral parish.

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Christmas & New Year’s Mass Schedule

Fourth Sunday of Advent, Sunday, Dec. 24: 5:30pm Vigil (Sat.), 8:00am, 9:30am, 12:00 Noon, 1:45pm (Español), 3:30pm (Traditional Latin Mass) Note: 5:30pm Mass is the Christmas Vigil.

Christmas Eve, Sunday, Dec. 24: 5:30pm Vigil—Cathedral; 5:45pm—overflow in Bishops Hall 8:00pm Vigil—Cathedral only 11:15pm Lessons & Carols in the Cathedral 12:00 Midnight—Cathedral 12:15am—overflow in Bishops Hall

Christmas Day, Monday, Dec. 25 (holy day of obligation): 9:30am—Cathedral No Confessions at 11:00am 12:00 Noon—Cathedral 1:45pm (Español)—Catedral 3:30pm (Traditional Latin)—Cathedral No Mass at 5:30pm

Feast of the Holy Family, Sunday, Dec. 31: 5:30pm Vigil (Sat.), 8:00am, 9:30am, 12:00 Noon, 1:45pm (Español), 3:30pm (Traditional Latin) Note: 5:30pm Mass is the Vigil of the Solemnity of Mary.

Solemnity of Mary, Holy Mother of God, Monday, Jan. 1: 5:30pm Vigil Mass (Sun.), 11:00am-12:00 Noon Confessions 12:00 Noon Mass 6:30pm (Traditional Latin) Circumcision of the Lord

Sacrament of Holy Matrimony:

The Catholic Church believes that marriages entered into by non-Catholics in their particu-lar church, or wherever they may take place, are valid. However, marriages in which one or both parties are Catholic and which are not

witnessed by an authorized bishop, priest, or deacon, or which do not receive proper permission to take place in another forum, are considered invalid in the eyes of the Catholic Church. The Church very much wants to offer the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony for those who are ready and free to do so through what is called a convalidation. The clergy and staff of Saint Mary Cathedral would like to invite any couple that is interested in convalidation to contact the office for more info. at 512-476-6182 or email ysaldana@smcaustin.org.

Preparation for Total Consecration to Jesus Through Mary: In Fatima, Our Lady said, "My Immaculate Heart will be your refuge and the way that will lead you to God." Join thousands of faithful in our diocese for 33 days of preparation prayer for Total Consecration to Jesus through Mary. Prayers begin on Feb. 20, and are done privately, using the preparation book. Visit www.TexasToJesusThroughMary.org by Jan. 24, to receive your free copy of the Montfort preparation prayer book. Your book will be mailed to you.

Preparación para la Total Consagración Total a Jesús por María: En Fátima, Nuestra Señora dijo, “Mi Inmaculado Corazón será tu refugio y el camino que te conducirá a Dios”. Únase a miles de Fieles de toda nuestra Diócesis para realizar 33 días de oración para la Total Consagración a Jesús por María. Las oraciones comienzan el 20 de febrero y son hechas de manera privada

en nuestro hogar usando un libro de preparación. Visite www.TexasToJesusThroughMary.org antes del 24 de enero para recibir su copia gratuita del libro de preparación y oración Montfort. Su libro le será enviado por correo.

Deben de haber notado en el boletín semanal que nosotros constantemente tenemos un déficit de efectivo disponible. Como se mencionó a principios de octubre, aproba-mos un presupuesto equilibrado para este año fiscal pero no tenemos reservas de efectivo. Esto quiere decir—hasta que se aumenten las donaciones en los ofertorios semanales—vamos a tener que llevar un déficit de reservas de efectivo de una sema-na a la otra. Hasta la fecha, nuestro déficit de reservas supera $22,000. La diócesis sugiere tener una reserva de un mínimo de 3 a 6 meses de gastos generales. Para nosotros, esto seria un mínimo de $325,000 al máximo de $500,000. Podemos lograr esto pero se necesita la ayuda de todos para poder mantener nuestra parroquia.

Por favor considere en oración hacer un regalo del fin del año, no solo para eliminar nuestro déficit sino también para aumentar nuestras reservas a $500,000. Si se entrega antes del 31 de diciembre, su donación será deducible de impuestos. Se puede donar usando el enlace en nuestro sitio web o también se puede llamar a la oficina al 512-476-6182. Muchísimas gracias por su generosidad.

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Siempre cuando oramos, practicamos un gesto parecido: Salimos del mundo para regresar a la oración, o bien, a nuestro encuentro especial con el Señor. A la inversa, salimos de nuestro tiempo de oración para regresar a nuestras vidas en el mundo. Cuando nos despedimos en la misa, el sacerdote dice “El Señor esté con ustedes,” y “Pueden ir…vayan a anunciar el Evangelio del Señor.” También podemos formular nuestra propia salida para nuestro tiempo de oración. Una sugerencia sencilla sería una Gloria y luego el Señal de la Cruz. En verdad ¿cuándo es que no nos dejamos de orar? Porque ¡la oración nunca nos deja! A través de tener un tiempo dedicado a la oración mental—por lo menos unos 15 minutos al día— eso nos asegura que podamos desarrollar una buena costumbre (una virtud) que le da a Dios mucho espacio para amarnos, para sanarnos, y para incluirnos en Sus planes diarios. ¡Feliz Navidad! ¡Ha nacido nuestro salvador! Acuérdense del acrónimo RÍES y ¡que pasen una feliz temporada en oración con Dios, nuestro Emmanuel!

Respirar: tomar un momento para relajarse Imaginar: el lugar especial de oración (el tabernáculo del corazón, por ejemplo) Entrar para tener Encuentro en este tiempo de oración. Salir: Salir del mundo para regresar al lugar de oración; salir de oración para regresar al mundo. Padre Tim

El rincón del Rector

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Saint Mary Cathedral, Austin, Texas December 24, 2017

Readings for WEEK OF Dec. 24-31, 2017:

Mon…Is 52:7-10 Ps 98:1-6 Heb 1:1-6 Jn 1:1-18 Tues…Acts 6:8-10;7:54-59 Ps 31:3cd-4,6,8ab,16bc-17 Mt 10:17-22 Wed… 1 Jn 1:1-4 Ps 97:1-2,5-6,11-12 Jn 20:1a,2-8 Thurs...1 Jn1:5—2:2 Ps 124:2-5,7b-8 Mt 2:13-18 Fri…... 1 Jn 2:3-11 Ps 96:1-3,5b-6 Lk 2:22-35 Sat…...1 Jn 2:12-17 Ps 96:7-10 Lk 2:36-40 Sun…..Sir 3:2-6,12-14 Ps 128:1-5 Col 3:12-21 Lk 2:22-40

December 23-24, 2017 (4th Sunday of Advent) 5:30 PM Vigil 8:00 AM 9:30 AM

12:00 Noon 1:45 PM

Spanish

Lectors Lectors Lectors Lectors Lectores

Cherilyn Young Stephen Dickman John Posey Rosy Jalifi Rosario Nava

John Hellerstedt Sulema Vielma Michelle Estep Edisson Guevara

EMHC EMHC EMHC EMHC EMHC H2—Jerry Harris H2—Sulema Vielma H2—Deacon H2—Deacon H2—Sebastian T.

C1—Brian Trinque C1—Lorene Perry H3—R. Gonzales, Jr. H3—L. J. Smith H5 Choir—Yolanda Bornal

C2—Martin Aleman C2—Louise Porfirio H4—Philip Williams H4—Harry Crawford C1—Mariano Martinez

C1—Phyllis Patrick H5 Choir—Rachel Cortez C2—Claudia Martinez

C2—Sebastian T. C1—Jeanne Crawford

C3—Bob Baker C2—JoAnn Arroyo C4—Jaga Murphy C3—Rosy Jalifi

C4—Jose Poutou

Liturgical Minister Schedule

December 24, 2017 (Vigil of Christmas) 5:30 PM Vigil

Cathedral 5:30 PM Vigil Bishops Hall

8:00 PM Vigil Cathedral

11:15 PM Lessons &

Carols

12:00 Midnight Vigil

Cathedral

12:00 Midnight Vigil

Bishops Hall Lectors Lectors Lectors Lectors Lectores

Sulema Vielma Paul Seals Clarisa Marcee Sebastian T. L. J. Smth Marsha Mitchell

Natacha Wagner Holly Alt Marsha Mitchell Lydia Lowry Lydia Lowry L. J. Smith

EMHC EMHC EMHC EMHC EMHC H2—Ali McGraw H2—Deacon H2—Phyllis Patrick

H3—Philip Wiliams H3—Sebstian T. H3—Soledad Vargas

H4—Jerry Harris H4—Mariano Martinez H4—Jaga Murphy

H5 Choir—Bob Baker H5 Choir—E. Guevara H5 Choir—P. Williams

C1—M. Dusterhoff C1—Marsha Mitchell C1—Marsha Mitchell

C2—M. Mitchell C2—Soledad Vargas C2—Jose Poutou C3—Ken Craig C3—Celia G.-Sanchez C3—Priest

C4—Edna Dunger C4—Clarisa Marcee C4—Priest

December 25, 2017 (Christmas Day) 9:30 AM 12:00 Noon 1:45 PM

Spanish

Lectors Lectors Lectors John Posey Mario Garcia

John Colyandro Rosy Jalifi

EMHC EMHC EMHC

H2—Edisson Guevara H2—Brian Trinque H2—Rosa Cervantes

H3—Jerry Harris H3—L. J. Smith H5 Choir—Eliseo Tovar

H4—Ali McGraw H4—Soledad Vargas C1—Juanita Tovar

H5 Choir—Phyllis Patrick H5 Choir—Jaga Murphy C2—Martin Aleman C1—Philip Williams C1—Rosy Jalifi C2—John Posey C2—Jerry Harris C3—Stephen Dickman C3—Marilane Dusterhoff C4—Bob Baker C4—Margaret Myers

Altar Servers—Kevin Farris: kebinf1@yahoo.com EMHCs—Charlene Morris: llcjmorris@aol.com Lectors—Natacha Wagner: npdubya@gmail.com, & Teresa Pione: tmpione82@gmail.com Sacristans—Cherilyn Young: smcsacristans@gmail.com

Liturgical Ministry Coordinators

Coordinator: Rudy Gonzales, gotexas2015@yahoo.com Lead Ushers

Saturday 5:30pm Vigil Gary Porfirio

Sunday 8:00am Jesse Vielma Sunday 9:30am Rudy Gonzales, Jr. Sunday 12:00pm Fernando Cortez & AJ Jalifi

Sunday 1:45pm (Spanish) Eliseo Tovar Sunday 3:30pm Latin Mass José Melendez

Sunday 5:30pm George Hindman

Ushers

Ave Maria Gift Shop: Volunteers needed Sundays, 10:45-11:30am. Contact Jessica at jburrola@smcaustin.org or 512-476-6182.

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La catequesis de la Teología del Cuerpo: Todo es un regalo de Dios, y todos están llamados a vivir como regalo el uno al otro... Descubra cómo el amor y la misericordia es un camino hacia la perfección de la cristiana. Al realizar nuestras vidas a la luz de la misericordia de Dios, podemos catalizar el proceso de curación dentro de nuestras relaciones familiares. Únete a Becky Saucedo el 7 de enero de 12 a 13:30 en la biblioteca y descubre cómo experimentar las enseñanzas de la Teología del Cuerpo con respecto a los católicos que viven en el mundo moderno.

Faith Formation & Enrichment

Who Am I? A Young Lady’s Journey – All girls ages 13 and older are invited to participate in an 8-session, 2-event gathering in English to explore what it means to mature and grow into a spirit filled young lady. These sessions will be held bi-weekly January 10 to April 7 from 6:30 to 8:30pm, on the Cathedral campus. The fee is $30 per girl and will include, in addition to the 8-sessions, a Mother/Daughter Tea and Father/Daughter dance. Contact the church office for more information.

¿Quién soy yo? Las experiencias de una joven—Se invitan a todas las jóvenes de los 13 años de edad y arriba a participar en un programa de 8 sesiones y 2 eventos para explorar lo que es madurar y crecer en una joven llena del espíritu. Las sesiones serán ofrecidas en inglés y se llevarán a cabo el 10 de enero al 7 de abril de las 6:30 a las 8:30 p.m. en el campus de la catedral. El costo es $30 por cada persona e incluirá un servicio de té para madres e hijas y un baile para padres e hijas. Para más información comuníquese con la oficina parroquial al 512-476-6182.

The Infancy Narratives: One of a three-book series entitled Jesus of Nazareth, written by Joseph Ratzinger (Pope Benedict XVI), that is the subject of our study. Join us Monday evenings, at 6:30pm, in the Sheehan Room. No cost for the study; book provided. For questions call Deacon Vince at 512-576-4788.

The Bible Timeline: The Story of Salvation. Wednesdays, 6:30-8:00pm, in the Donahue Center Cafeteria. You are welcome to join us. Call Deacon Vince at 512-576-4788, for more information. Class will not meet Dec. 27.

Catholic Scripture Study: Thursdays from 7:00-

9:00pm in the Bishops Hall. For questions email LJSmith78704@yahoo.com.

Experience the ancient traditions and music of the Church. Latin/English & Latin/Spanish missals provided.

Monday, Dec. 25, 3:30pm—High Mass—Nativity of Our Lord Dec. 31, 3:30pm—High Mass—-Sunday within the Octave of the Nativity Monday, Jan. 1, 6:30pm—High Mass—The Circumcision of Our Lord. Friday, Jan. 5, 9:30am—Low Mass—First Friday of the Month. Mass followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament.

Latin phrase of the week: Puer natus est nobis, et Filius datus est nobis: cujus imperium super humerum ejus; et vocabitur nomen ejus magni consilii Angelus.—A child is born to us, and a Son is given to us; whose government is upon his shoulder; and his name shall be called the Angel of great counsel. Isaiah 9:6

To receive news and up-dates about the TLM, visit our website: AustinLatinMass.org. Be social, “Like” us on Facebook: St. Joseph Latin Mass Society.

Traditional Latin Mass

Cathedral School

Our students were happy to have completed midterm exams before leaving for Christmas break. They also ended their joint Advent project by participating in a coat drive for the Coats for Kids program. Our 8th grade students delivered the coats and helped organize them for pick up.

We invite those of you who are considering a Catholic education for your children to the CSSM Open House, Sunday, Jan. 21, at 11:00am, in the library. We are grateful for the blessings of your continued support.

Robert LeGros, M.S.A., Principal

RCIA welcomes those seeking full communion in the Catholic faith through the sacraments of initiation: Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation. More information on our website. Contact Dcn. Vince at 512-576-4788.

Jan. 1—Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God. First 4 rows on Mary’s side saved for us at noon Mass in the Cathedral. This year Jan. 1 is not a holy day of obligation in the USA.

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Vocation Discernment

Respect Life

High School Men’s Discernment Dinner Wed., Jan. 3, 7:00-8:30pm in St. William Parish Rectory, 1105 Deer Run, Round Rock. We’ve got good food, awesome seminarians and priests and great community. It’s the perfect mix to begin (or continue) your search for who God created you to be and the greatness he’s calling you to. RSVP to Zach Rodriguez at 512-355-4476.

Prayer for Seminarians and Priests: Jesus, our great High Priest, I thank you for your gift of your priesthood to the Church. I pray for all priests and those in formation for the priesthood, especially______. Fill them with the joy of your Holy Spirit as they imitate you, the Good Shepherd, laying their lives down daily for those you have given them to serve. Let your love fill and satisfy their hearts as you teach them to give of themselves more deeply. Make them ardent yet gentle heralds of the Gospel and tender ministers of your mercy, especially toward those most in need of it. Jesus, gentle and humble of heart, make their hearts more like yours! Amen. Our Father…, Hail Mary…, Glory be… St. John Vianney, patron of priests, pray for us! Please pray for the Cathedral Seminarians: Chris Yeager on the 4th; Miguel Flores on the 5th, and Ladd Spears on the 14th of each month, respectively.

Visit the Holy Land

with Fr. Tim. Hosted by Dr. Marcellino D’Ambrosio under the spiritual leadership of Fr. Tim Nolt, April 16-26, 2018. Explore the area

where Jesus was born; spent his childhood; started his ministry, and was crucified to save mankind. For more information, contact Cyndi Lucky, 1-214-882-7262; emaillucky@dritaly.com. Also for more information, visit www.goholyland.info.

Spiritual Adoption: As we prepare for the birth of Our Lord Jesus Christ, the one who came to give us life, we prepare for the birth of our “spiritually adopted” baby. We pray for the health and safety of his/her mother and father. We pray for the family and friends who have supported the mother during this time. Your spiritually adopted baby will be born next month, nine months after his/her mother conceived him/her. The only change at birth is a change in the external life support system of the baby. He is no different now than he/she was before birth except that he breathes and eats differently. Baby is truly a miracle. Así como esperamos el nacimiento de nuestro Señor Jesucristo, el que vino a darnos vida, nos preparamos para el nacimiento de “nuestro bebé espiritual”. Oramos por la salud y seguridad de su mamá y su papá. Oramos por la familia y amistades, los cuales han apoyado a su mamá durante este tiempo. Tu bebé adoptado espiritualmente nacerá el próximo mes, nueve meses después de que su mama lo concibiera. El único cambio al nacer es el soporte externo de la vida del bebé. Ahora no es diferente de antes de que naciera, solo que respira y come diferente. El es realmente un milagro!

Help our homeless neighbors by donating to Catholic Charities of Central Texas, (512-651-6100, www.ccctx.org), or to our St. Vincent de Paul Society that provides bus passes and vouchers for clothing and food for the homeless. Let’s use organizations we already have to truly help homeless persons.

Our Bulletin advertisers are the best! Our bulletin ads defray the expense of printing to our parish. It is a great way to support our parish and advertise your business. If you have thought about putting an ad in the bulletin or know someone that owns a business who might be interested, contact Thomas Miner, 512-452-3413.

Mark your calendar! Texas Catholic Pro-Life Day, January 27.

¡Marque su calendario! El día Pro-Vida para los católicos de Texas es el 27 de enero

Join us for our first Parish Hall Dance Friday, January 5!

Dance lessons (Texas 2-step) at 6:30pm. Dance from 7:00-9:30pm, in Bishops Hall. Buzz & the Blue Cats providing live music. Dessert provided. Everyone welcome! Hosted by St. Joseph Latin Mass Society and Cathedral Young Adults. No cost to attend but donations welcome.