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CATHOLIC CHURCH—HONEY CREEK Where Stewardship is Our Way of LifeSeptember 16, 2018 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time 25781 Hwy. 46 West, Spring Branch, TX 78070 Main Phone: 830-980-2268 Fax: 830-980-3184 Email: [email protected] WELCOME WEEKEND MASSES: Saturday: 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., (12:30 p.m. Español), 5:00 p.m. WEEKDAY LITURGIES: CHAPEL Monday and Wednesday: 7:00 p.m. Mass Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: 8:00 a.m. Mass ADORATION: CHAPEL Mon & Tues, 8 a.m. -10 p.m. Wednesday 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION (CONFESSION): Sunday - Thursday By Appointment Saturday: 4:15-4:45 p.m. OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. WEBSITE: www.stjoseph-honeycreek.org Pastor Fr. Francis McHugh [email protected] Spanish Mass Fr. Servando Guerrero [email protected] Deacons Deacon Glen Bliss [email protected] Deacon Freddy Mireles [email protected] Deacon Mike Pawelek [email protected] Parish Bookkeeper - Office Manager Ronald Andrew Frei, Ext. 208 rfrei@stjoseph-honeycreek.org Parish Secretary - Receptionist Imelda Quiroz, Ext. 201 [email protected] Administrative Assistant - Communications Rose Mendez, Ext. 258 [email protected] Director of Music Rick Ramirez, Ext. 207 [email protected] PARISH INFORMATION On the Cover: Banners are up...the Honey Creek Festival is almost here...October 14!

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CATHOLIC CHURCHmdashHONEY CREEK

ldquoWhere Stewardship is Our Way of Liferdquo

September 16 2018 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time

25781 Hwy 46 West Spring Branch TX 78070 Main Phone 830-980-2268 Fax 830-980-3184 Email Infostjhcchurch

WELCOME

WEEKEND MASSES

Saturday 500 pm

Sunday 800 am 1000 am

(1230 pm Espantildeol) 500 pm

WEEKDAY LITURGIES CHAPEL

Monday and Wednesday

700 pm Mass

Tuesday Thursday and Friday

800 am Mass

ADORATION CHAPEL

Mon amp Tues 8 am -10 pm

Wednesday 8 am - 7 pm

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION (CONFESSION)

Sunday - Thursday By Appointment

Saturday 415-445 pm

OFFICE HOURS

Monday - Thursday

800 am - 500 pm

Friday 800 am - 430 pm

WEBSITE

wwwstjoseph-honeycreekorg

Pastor Fr Francis McHugh

Fmc2333336gmailcom

Spanish Mass

Fr Servando Guerrero

servandoguerreroarchsaorg

Deacons

Deacon Glen Bliss DeaconGlenstjhcchurch Deacon Freddy Mireles DeaconFreddystjhcchurch Deacon Mike Pawelek DeaconMikestjhcchurch

Parish Bookkeeper -

Office Manager

Ronald Andrew Frei Ext 208

rfreistjoseph-honeycreekorg

Parish Secretary - Receptionist Imelda Quiroz Ext 201

ImeldaQstjhcchurch

Administrative Assistant -

Communications Rose Mendez Ext 258

RoseMstjhcchurch

Director of Music Rick Ramirez Ext 207

RickRstjhcchurch

PARISH INFORMATION

On the Cover

Banners are upthe Honey Creek Festival is almost hereOctober 14

MASS INTENTIONS

BAPTISM Please call the Faith

Formation Office for information(830)

980-2268 ext 205

MARRIAGE Please see the Pastor

before or after Mass for an

appointment Please make

arrangements at least SIX MONTHS

IN ADVANCE CLASSES ARE

REQUIRED

ANOINTING OF THE SICK

Call to make arrangements

(210) 416-4516

QUINCEANERA Please see the

Pastor before or after Mass

for an appointment

EMERGENCY WHEN SOMEONE IS

NEAR DEATH

210-416-4516 If you need a priest for anointing

andor when someone is near

death for funeral arrangements or

for homehospital

Communion please call

(210) 416-4516 Requests will be

carefully managed as soon as

possible We are here to serve you

at any time 24 hours a day7days a

week

TELEFONO DE EMERGENCIA

(210) 416-4516

Si usted necesita un sacerdote

para unciacuteon de los enfermos

cuando alguien estaacute a punto de

morir arreglos funerarios

communioacuten en casa o en

hospital (210) 416-4516

Las Peticiones seraacuten atendidas

a la brevedad possible Estamos

aquiacute para servirles en cualquier

momento 24 horas al diacutea

7 diacuteas a la semana Gracias

PLEASE PRAY FOR

Hector Castillo Nell Craighead Josie

Espinoza Jesse Gonzales Paul Guel

Fidelio Guerra Cora Gustin Rick Hard-

en Kaye Haynes Kenneth Holliday

Terri Jones Madeline Kammer Helen

Medina Dennis Moore Ben Rodriguez

Robin Ruff Joseph Sinnegan Richard

Swatel and Joan Werner

Names for inclusion in the Prayer List may be self-

submitted or submitted by family or friends of some-

one in need of prayer to Imelda Quiroz in the Parish

Office Unless you are an immediate family member

please obtain permission from the person whose

name is being placed on the list prior to submission

Submitted names will be placed on the Prayer List for

two weeks All information shared with the Parish

Office is kept in confidence with the exception of the

personrsquos name which will be published in the Parish

Bulletin

SACRAMENTS

Are you considering priesthood

permanent diaconate sisterhood or

brotherhood Please see the Pastor

before or after Mass

VOCATIONS

Stephen Ministers provide confidential

care during difficult times such as

coping with the loss of a loved one

illness or any challenge in life If you

or someone you know could benefit

from a Stephen Minister please contact

Judy Pawelek at 210-279-2799

STEPHEN MINISTRY

MONDAY September 17 700 pm Michael Turnerndash Collen Grace

TUESDAY September 18 800 am Steve Strickland

WEDNESDAY September 19 700 pm Dennis and Lillian Moore and Family-Frances Coale

THURSDAY September 20 800 am Yves Robin-Parish Staff

FRIDAY September 21 800 am Yves Robin-Parish Staff

Cody Dax Wooten-Fidelio amp Cynthia Guerra

SATURDAY September 22 500 pm Pat Felux-Family Marian Neugebauer-Nolan and Judy Wehe

SUNDAY September 23

September 23

September 23

September 23

800 am

1000am

1230pm

500 pm

For the Repose of the Soul of Roy Rivas-Cynthia Weaver

Marian Neugebauer-Melvin Hutzler

John Brady Deceased-Maguire Family

Para Las Mujeres del Equipo de ACTS

Pedro Valero Christina Rios-Ben and Mary Rios

9162018 - 9232018 WEEKLY SCHEDULE

READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF SEPT 16

Sunday Is 505-9aPs 1161-2 3-4 5-6 8-9 [9]Jas

214-18Mk 827-35

Monday 1 Cor 1117-26 33Ps 407-8a 8b-9 10 17 [1

Cor 1126b]Lk 71-10

Tuesday 1 Cor 1212-14 27-31aPs 1001b-2 3 4 5

[3]Lk 711-17

Wednesday 1 Cor 1231--1313Ps 332-3 4-5 12 and

22 [12]Lk 731-35

Thursday 1 Cor 151-11Ps 1181b-2 16ab-17 28 [1]

Lk 736-50

Friday Eph 41-7 11-13Ps 192-3 4-5 [5]Mt 99-13

Saturday 1 Cor 1535-37 42-49Ps 5610c-12 13-14

[14]Lk 84-15

Next Sunday Wis 212 17-20Ps 543-4 5 6-8 [6b]Jas

316--43Mk 930-37

Sunday September 16 2018

Regular Mass Schedule

All Masses Festival Raffle Tickets Sales

800 AM RCIA adapted for Children - Various

800 AM RCIA - St John Hall

915 amp 1115 AM K-5 Faith Formation - Various

915 AM K-5 Parent Mtg - Room 206

915 amp 1115 AM Traditional Faith Formation - Room 201

1030 AM RCIA for Children-Spanish - Parish Hall

1030 AM RCIA-Spanish - Boardroom

1045 AM K-5 Sp Faith Formation - Various

615 PM High School FF Parent Mtg- Main Church

700 PM High School Faith Formation - Various

Monday September 17 2018

800AM - 1000PM Eucharistic Adoration - Day Chapel

600 PM Blue Knights Meeting - Room 103

600 PM Little Flowers Meeting - Various

700 PM KoC 1st Degree Practice - StJohn Hall

700 PM Momnipotent Study - Room 203

700 PM Daily Mass - Day Chapel

700 PM Sp Womens ACTS Mtg - Parish Hall

Tuesday September 18 2018

800AM - 1000PM Eucharistic Adoration - Day Chapel

800 AM Daily Mass - Day Chapel

1000 AM Bible StudyThe Wild Goose - Parish Hall

630 PM ENDOW - Room 203

700 PM Catholic Moral Teachings - StJohn Hall

700 PM Sp Mens ACTS Meeting - Parish Hall

830 PM College Faith Sharing - Youth Center

Wednesday September 19 2018

800AM - 700PM Eucharistic Adoration - Day Chapel

1000 AM ACTS Bible Study - Room 207

1000 AM HB Prayer Quilters - Room 202

1000 AM Arts amp Crafts - Room 106

330 PM Bible StudyWild Goose - Room 207

400 PM Mom amp Tot Playdates - Room 102

530 PM HS Gathering - Youth Center

615 PM EDGE - Parish Hall

615 PM K-5 FF amp Alt Needs - Various

615 PM K-5 Parent Meeting - Room 207

700 PM High School Faith Formation - Various

700 PM Daily Mass - Day Chapel

700 PM KoC Officers Meeting - StJohn Hall

730 PM Bible StudyRevelation - Room 206

Thursday September 20 2018

800 AM Daily Mass - Day Chapel

1000 AM HB Prayer Quilters - Room 202

100PM - 500PM SVDP Distribution

645 PM Society of Our Lady of Guadalupe

700 PM Festival Committee Mtg - StJohn Hall

700 PM Choir Rehearsal - Main Church

700 PM Matachines Practice

Sunday September 23 2018

Regular Mass Schedule

All Masses Festival Raffle Tickets amp Signup

800 AM RCIA Adapted for Children - Parish Hall

800 AM RCIA - St John Hall

915 amp 1115 AM K-5 Faith Formation - Various

915 amp 1115 AM Traditional Faith Formation - Room 201

1030 AM RCIA for Children-Spanish - Parish Hall

1030 AM RCIA-Spanish - Boardroom

1045 AM K-5 Spanish Faith Formation - Various

130 PM Confirmation Team Planning - Youth Center

615 PM High School Faith Formation - Various

1st Download the free ldquoMessengerrdquo app 2nd Scan the above code to join our ldquoSt Joseph Honey-Creekrdquo group (find the scanner under the ldquopeoplerdquo tab) 3rd Enjoy your personalized StJHC feed with information about StJHC Church events and Catholic resources at your fingertips

Join ldquoStJHC Messengerrdquo

Now

MOM MINISTRY- LEARNING ABOUT THE SAINTS The MOM Ministry welcomes you and your kids on September 25 at 630 pm in St John Hall to learn more about St Michael the Archangel patron saint of police officers We will have a special guest from the Bulverde Police Department talking about being a police officer and answering kidsrsquo questions There will be pizza for dinner For more information contact Ashley MacShane at ashleymacshaneyahoocom SAVE THE DATE October 22 730 pm - CPR Training Training will be

focused on hands-only CPR for children and infants More information coming soon

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SYMPATHY Our parish family extends itrsquos deepest condolences to the friends and family of

Joe Cobos Pete Ojeda

May they rest for all eternity in the loving arms of our Lord and Savior in heaven

HONEYCREEK FESTIVAL NEWS

Save the Date - October 14

beginning at 10am

FREE Admission ndash Food Games Music Arts amp Crafts Auctions Raffle

We need your help

Please sign up to VOLUNTEER at one of the many booths at the

festival or for one of the preparation days on September 29

October 3 and 13 (grounds kitchen and booth prep)

Visit wwwhoneycreekfestivalcom for opportunities or contact Matt

Schima at festivalstjhcchurch or 830-822-3047

Please DONATE needed items for the following booths

Raffle Live and Silent Auctions New unused items (tickets

vacations gift cards electronics outdoor items etc) Cash

donations are also appreciated Drop off Parish Office or contact

Matt at festivalstjhcchurch or 830-822-3047 Last day for

donations September 30

Crafts Booth Completed arts and craft items seasonal amp holiday

fabric thread (basic colors) jewelry supplies baby yarn wreaths

etc Drop off Room 106 on September 28 from 10am-2pm Parish

Office or call Joana Alexander (830-336-2602) Last day

September 28

The Country Store Needs listed on parish website or call the

Parish Office Drop off boxes in the vestibule Last day

September 30

Rummage Sale Gently used sellable items for re-sale such as

books toys household or office items holiday deacutecor kitchen

items working appliances and tools furniture pet items sports

equipment luggage etc are needed Please no clothing used

makeup computer equipment TVs or any electronics older than 5

years Donation drop off at 46 West Storage 23065 TX Hwy 46

West by appointment please contact Linda Coones 210-387-0466

or John Hilbig 830-438-4302 Donations accepted at the church

rummage location on October 13

The Bake Sale Homemade baked goods

accepted on the weekend of the festival

Kids Game Booth Small toystrinkets

candy or lollipops (no chocolate please)

individually bagged snacks (such as fruit

snacks goldfish or crackers) and cash or

gift cards Drop off boxes in the vestibule

Last day October 7

Please help us make this yearrsquos festival a success for our ministries and all those we serve

PARISH BLOOD DRIVE The next parish blood drive is October 7 from 8am-12 noon in front of St John Hall Did you know

bull Only 38 of the population can donate and of those less than 4 will give

bull Donations are down 21 in South Texas Since 2012

bull You can possibly donate even if you are diabetic or on medication

bull You can donate if you are 16 and older with parentrsquos consent and at 17 without consent

Our goal this drive is to give 40 pints of blood or more In July we gave 24 pints We need at least 60 registrants signed up Look for registration forms in the gathering space the weekends of September 2223 and 2930 More registrants means the chance for more than 1 bus

MOM MINISTRY - DVD SERIES STUDY PROGRAM Momnipotent The Not-So-Perfect Womanrsquos Guide to Catholic Moth-

erhood by Danielle Bean ndash Join the MOM Ministry for a DVD series on the dignity and im-

portance of motherhood Sept 10 17 Oct 1815 Nov 526 Dec 3 730 pm Room

203 of the Education Building For more information contact Ashley MacShane ash-

leymacshaneyahoocom

HOLY LEAGUE - SERIES OF TALKS The Holy League invites you to a series of talks entitled ldquoCitizens of the Heavenly Cityrdquo

We will be discussing the Catholic Churchrsquos social moral teachings The talks will begin on

Tuesday September 4 at 700 pm and will continue for 6 weeks every Tuesday at 700

pm until October 9 If you are interested in attending please contact Ray Tovar at 210-

269-3177 or email rtovargvtccom

SAVE THE DATE - DEACON POYO Heart of Discipleship with Deacon Ralph Poyo on Saturday

October 6 at 900 am to 1200 noon More details on parish

website and on STJHC Messenger

FAITH FORMATION

FAITH FORMATION OFFICE

FAX 830-438-5884

Director of Faith Formation

Sue Torres Ext 211

SueTstjhcchurch

Director of Middle School Faith Formation Adult Sacraments of Initiation Baptism

Charles Noll Ext 205

CharlesNstjhcchurch

Director of Youth Young Adult amp Family Life

Rick Zapf Ext 255

RickZstjhcchurch

Administrative Assistant - Faith Formation

Marty Alonzo Ext 259

MartyAstjhcchurch

Admin Assist - Adult Faith Formation Facility Scheduling

Justine Hernandez Ext 266

JustineHstjhcchurch

CLASSES BEGIN THIS WEEK

Faith Formation Registration is now open for the 2018-2019 School year Pick up

your forms today in the Church Gathering Space the Faith Formation Office or from

our website Classes will begin the week of September 9 2018 All families regis-

tering after September 7 2018 will be assessed a $35 late fee Any child receiv-

ing the sacraments of First Communion or Confirmation in the 2018-2019 school

year will be required to present to the Faith Formation Office Original Birth Certifi-

cates and Original Sacramental Certificates Please also note that preparation for

these sacraments is a two year commitment Enrollment in Faith Formation in first

grade for First Communion and ninth grade for Confirmation is required Please

contact Sue Torres in the Faith Formation Office at 830-980-2268 for details and

additional questions

SECOND GRADE SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION

wwwLeadingTeensToParadiseorg

Save the Date Thursday September 20 2018

Welcome families of 2nd grade children preparing for the sacraments of First Recon-

ciliation and Holy Eucharist Please save the date for a required informational parent

meeting regarding our preparations for sacraments

We will meet on Thursday September 20 2018 in the parish hall from 630 pm to

800 pm You will have an opportunity to learn more about our Catholic faith pick

up yoursquore at-home curriculum packet and hear more about the process of preparing

for the sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Eucharist Please note this meeting is

meant for parents of children who were in attendance in first grade (Not for RCIA

Adapted for Children) All others may contact the Faith Formation office for more

sacramental preparation details Please contact Sue Torres at suetstjhcchurch or

by phone at 830-980-2268

Support our youth at St Joseph-Honey Creek Buy HEB Cards

PASTORAL COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

(Member Ex Officio)

Deacon Glen Bliss

Deacon Mike Pawelek

Deacon Freddy Mireles (Members

Ex Officio)

Ken Petri (President)

Matt Wohlfeil (Vice President)

Mike Knuffke (Secretary)

Ricardo Garcia

Rosanne Gray

Henry Delgado

Lajuana Kubany

Jannie Tadlock

Imelda Quiroz

Charlie Nickells

Jayne OrsquoKeefe

FINANCE COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

Ronald Andrew Frei

Parish BookkeeperOffice

Manager

Elvis Schmiedekamp

Charles Hughes

Mike Guadagno

Eubaldo Quiroz

Patti Jo Bliss

Neil Berry

PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER Pregnant Need Help Call The BulverdeSpring Branch Pregnancy Care Center (830) 885-2277 Services are confidential amp free of charge

FAMILY AND INDIVIDUAL THERAPY Adriana Gonzalez MS Bilingual Services (Spanish)

Agonzalezcounsellorcom (210) 723-3478

THE SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL

Distribution every other week

Thursdays 1pm - 5 pm | Fridays 1 pm - 5 pm

PARISH INFORMATION

Regular $1851281

Childrens $19067 815 Holy Day $276725

ONLINE GIVING MADE EASY Online Giving is now available for

parishioners with WeShare an easy

and convenient way to save time and

support the church Donating is simple

safe and completely secure With

WeShare you can set up a recurring

weekly or monthly transaction using

your checking savings or credit card

account You can decide how much to

give to any collection and make

changes any time day or night Plus

you can

leave your checkbook at home on

Sundays If you have any questions or

concerns about the program or would

like help setting up your account

please call our parish office at (830)

980-2268 ext 208

If you would like to enroll in

Online Giving please visit

wwwstjoseph-honeycreekorg

OUR STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE TO GOD COLLECTION 8-19-2018

The next second collection (October 7) will be

for Hope for the FutureCatholic Schools

Thank you for your generous contributions

ANNOUNCEMENTS

40 DAYS FOR LIFE

The St Veronica - Women of the Cloth Ministry has been formed to serve all ministries with their sewing and handwork needs If you are interested in

joining this new ministry please contact Mary Wilson at mdwilsongvtccom

ST VERONICA

INTERESTED IN BECOMING CATHOLIC Interested in becoming Catholic or learning more about the Church and her teachings There is a place for you here with us As an

adult you become Catholic through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) RCIA will meet weekly during the year beginning in

September Our meetings will last approximately 1 12 - 2 hours on Sunday mornings This process is for you if you

bull Have never been baptized

bull Were baptized in another Christian faith

bull Were baptized Catholic but didnrsquot receive First Holy Communion and Confirmation You will be guided and supported in the faith through instruction If you or someone you know would like to learn more about becoming

Catholic contact Charles Noll at 830-980-2268 ext 205 or CharlesNstjhcchurch

A FREE GIFT FOR YOU

Go to Formedorg | Enter our PARISH CODE on the homepage b155b

Create a personal account with your email and password

Download the free FORMED app today and enjoy the great video and audio wherever you go

OUR PARISH HAS FORMED

From Wednesday September 26 through November 4 yoursquore invited to join other Christians for 40 Days for Life ndash 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion Yoursquore also invited to join our Respect Life Ministry to stand and peacefully pray during a 40-day vigil in the public right-of-way outside Planned Parenthood at 2140 Babcock Rd St Joseph will be covering the sidewalk from 900am to 500pm on Friday October 12 and Saturday October 13 from 800am to 1200pm We are asking each ministry to signup for one hour as a group Please consider joining us for one hour to peacefully pray together We will also be praying together every Friday during 40 Days For Life from 10am to11am in front of Planned Parenthood You are welcome to meet us there or carpool with us from the church parking lot at 900am after morning Mass If yoursquod like more information ndash please contact parishioner Jeanne Kel-ler jeannelmnksatxrrcom or 830-980-7409

MASS INTENTIONS

BAPTISM Please call the Faith

Formation Office for information(830)

980-2268 ext 205

MARRIAGE Please see the Pastor

before or after Mass for an

appointment Please make

arrangements at least SIX MONTHS

IN ADVANCE CLASSES ARE

REQUIRED

ANOINTING OF THE SICK

Call to make arrangements

(210) 416-4516

QUINCEANERA Please see the

Pastor before or after Mass

for an appointment

EMERGENCY WHEN SOMEONE IS

NEAR DEATH

210-416-4516 If you need a priest for anointing

andor when someone is near

death for funeral arrangements or

for homehospital

Communion please call

(210) 416-4516 Requests will be

carefully managed as soon as

possible We are here to serve you

at any time 24 hours a day7days a

week

TELEFONO DE EMERGENCIA

(210) 416-4516

Si usted necesita un sacerdote

para unciacuteon de los enfermos

cuando alguien estaacute a punto de

morir arreglos funerarios

communioacuten en casa o en

hospital (210) 416-4516

Las Peticiones seraacuten atendidas

a la brevedad possible Estamos

aquiacute para servirles en cualquier

momento 24 horas al diacutea

7 diacuteas a la semana Gracias

PLEASE PRAY FOR

Hector Castillo Nell Craighead Josie

Espinoza Jesse Gonzales Paul Guel

Fidelio Guerra Cora Gustin Rick Hard-

en Kaye Haynes Kenneth Holliday

Terri Jones Madeline Kammer Helen

Medina Dennis Moore Ben Rodriguez

Robin Ruff Joseph Sinnegan Richard

Swatel and Joan Werner

Names for inclusion in the Prayer List may be self-

submitted or submitted by family or friends of some-

one in need of prayer to Imelda Quiroz in the Parish

Office Unless you are an immediate family member

please obtain permission from the person whose

name is being placed on the list prior to submission

Submitted names will be placed on the Prayer List for

two weeks All information shared with the Parish

Office is kept in confidence with the exception of the

personrsquos name which will be published in the Parish

Bulletin

SACRAMENTS

Are you considering priesthood

permanent diaconate sisterhood or

brotherhood Please see the Pastor

before or after Mass

VOCATIONS

Stephen Ministers provide confidential

care during difficult times such as

coping with the loss of a loved one

illness or any challenge in life If you

or someone you know could benefit

from a Stephen Minister please contact

Judy Pawelek at 210-279-2799

STEPHEN MINISTRY

MONDAY September 17 700 pm Michael Turnerndash Collen Grace

TUESDAY September 18 800 am Steve Strickland

WEDNESDAY September 19 700 pm Dennis and Lillian Moore and Family-Frances Coale

THURSDAY September 20 800 am Yves Robin-Parish Staff

FRIDAY September 21 800 am Yves Robin-Parish Staff

Cody Dax Wooten-Fidelio amp Cynthia Guerra

SATURDAY September 22 500 pm Pat Felux-Family Marian Neugebauer-Nolan and Judy Wehe

SUNDAY September 23

September 23

September 23

September 23

800 am

1000am

1230pm

500 pm

For the Repose of the Soul of Roy Rivas-Cynthia Weaver

Marian Neugebauer-Melvin Hutzler

John Brady Deceased-Maguire Family

Para Las Mujeres del Equipo de ACTS

Pedro Valero Christina Rios-Ben and Mary Rios

9162018 - 9232018 WEEKLY SCHEDULE

READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF SEPT 16

Sunday Is 505-9aPs 1161-2 3-4 5-6 8-9 [9]Jas

214-18Mk 827-35

Monday 1 Cor 1117-26 33Ps 407-8a 8b-9 10 17 [1

Cor 1126b]Lk 71-10

Tuesday 1 Cor 1212-14 27-31aPs 1001b-2 3 4 5

[3]Lk 711-17

Wednesday 1 Cor 1231--1313Ps 332-3 4-5 12 and

22 [12]Lk 731-35

Thursday 1 Cor 151-11Ps 1181b-2 16ab-17 28 [1]

Lk 736-50

Friday Eph 41-7 11-13Ps 192-3 4-5 [5]Mt 99-13

Saturday 1 Cor 1535-37 42-49Ps 5610c-12 13-14

[14]Lk 84-15

Next Sunday Wis 212 17-20Ps 543-4 5 6-8 [6b]Jas

316--43Mk 930-37

Sunday September 16 2018

Regular Mass Schedule

All Masses Festival Raffle Tickets Sales

800 AM RCIA adapted for Children - Various

800 AM RCIA - St John Hall

915 amp 1115 AM K-5 Faith Formation - Various

915 AM K-5 Parent Mtg - Room 206

915 amp 1115 AM Traditional Faith Formation - Room 201

1030 AM RCIA for Children-Spanish - Parish Hall

1030 AM RCIA-Spanish - Boardroom

1045 AM K-5 Sp Faith Formation - Various

615 PM High School FF Parent Mtg- Main Church

700 PM High School Faith Formation - Various

Monday September 17 2018

800AM - 1000PM Eucharistic Adoration - Day Chapel

600 PM Blue Knights Meeting - Room 103

600 PM Little Flowers Meeting - Various

700 PM KoC 1st Degree Practice - StJohn Hall

700 PM Momnipotent Study - Room 203

700 PM Daily Mass - Day Chapel

700 PM Sp Womens ACTS Mtg - Parish Hall

Tuesday September 18 2018

800AM - 1000PM Eucharistic Adoration - Day Chapel

800 AM Daily Mass - Day Chapel

1000 AM Bible StudyThe Wild Goose - Parish Hall

630 PM ENDOW - Room 203

700 PM Catholic Moral Teachings - StJohn Hall

700 PM Sp Mens ACTS Meeting - Parish Hall

830 PM College Faith Sharing - Youth Center

Wednesday September 19 2018

800AM - 700PM Eucharistic Adoration - Day Chapel

1000 AM ACTS Bible Study - Room 207

1000 AM HB Prayer Quilters - Room 202

1000 AM Arts amp Crafts - Room 106

330 PM Bible StudyWild Goose - Room 207

400 PM Mom amp Tot Playdates - Room 102

530 PM HS Gathering - Youth Center

615 PM EDGE - Parish Hall

615 PM K-5 FF amp Alt Needs - Various

615 PM K-5 Parent Meeting - Room 207

700 PM High School Faith Formation - Various

700 PM Daily Mass - Day Chapel

700 PM KoC Officers Meeting - StJohn Hall

730 PM Bible StudyRevelation - Room 206

Thursday September 20 2018

800 AM Daily Mass - Day Chapel

1000 AM HB Prayer Quilters - Room 202

100PM - 500PM SVDP Distribution

645 PM Society of Our Lady of Guadalupe

700 PM Festival Committee Mtg - StJohn Hall

700 PM Choir Rehearsal - Main Church

700 PM Matachines Practice

Sunday September 23 2018

Regular Mass Schedule

All Masses Festival Raffle Tickets amp Signup

800 AM RCIA Adapted for Children - Parish Hall

800 AM RCIA - St John Hall

915 amp 1115 AM K-5 Faith Formation - Various

915 amp 1115 AM Traditional Faith Formation - Room 201

1030 AM RCIA for Children-Spanish - Parish Hall

1030 AM RCIA-Spanish - Boardroom

1045 AM K-5 Spanish Faith Formation - Various

130 PM Confirmation Team Planning - Youth Center

615 PM High School Faith Formation - Various

1st Download the free ldquoMessengerrdquo app 2nd Scan the above code to join our ldquoSt Joseph Honey-Creekrdquo group (find the scanner under the ldquopeoplerdquo tab) 3rd Enjoy your personalized StJHC feed with information about StJHC Church events and Catholic resources at your fingertips

Join ldquoStJHC Messengerrdquo

Now

MOM MINISTRY- LEARNING ABOUT THE SAINTS The MOM Ministry welcomes you and your kids on September 25 at 630 pm in St John Hall to learn more about St Michael the Archangel patron saint of police officers We will have a special guest from the Bulverde Police Department talking about being a police officer and answering kidsrsquo questions There will be pizza for dinner For more information contact Ashley MacShane at ashleymacshaneyahoocom SAVE THE DATE October 22 730 pm - CPR Training Training will be

focused on hands-only CPR for children and infants More information coming soon

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SYMPATHY Our parish family extends itrsquos deepest condolences to the friends and family of

Joe Cobos Pete Ojeda

May they rest for all eternity in the loving arms of our Lord and Savior in heaven

HONEYCREEK FESTIVAL NEWS

Save the Date - October 14

beginning at 10am

FREE Admission ndash Food Games Music Arts amp Crafts Auctions Raffle

We need your help

Please sign up to VOLUNTEER at one of the many booths at the

festival or for one of the preparation days on September 29

October 3 and 13 (grounds kitchen and booth prep)

Visit wwwhoneycreekfestivalcom for opportunities or contact Matt

Schima at festivalstjhcchurch or 830-822-3047

Please DONATE needed items for the following booths

Raffle Live and Silent Auctions New unused items (tickets

vacations gift cards electronics outdoor items etc) Cash

donations are also appreciated Drop off Parish Office or contact

Matt at festivalstjhcchurch or 830-822-3047 Last day for

donations September 30

Crafts Booth Completed arts and craft items seasonal amp holiday

fabric thread (basic colors) jewelry supplies baby yarn wreaths

etc Drop off Room 106 on September 28 from 10am-2pm Parish

Office or call Joana Alexander (830-336-2602) Last day

September 28

The Country Store Needs listed on parish website or call the

Parish Office Drop off boxes in the vestibule Last day

September 30

Rummage Sale Gently used sellable items for re-sale such as

books toys household or office items holiday deacutecor kitchen

items working appliances and tools furniture pet items sports

equipment luggage etc are needed Please no clothing used

makeup computer equipment TVs or any electronics older than 5

years Donation drop off at 46 West Storage 23065 TX Hwy 46

West by appointment please contact Linda Coones 210-387-0466

or John Hilbig 830-438-4302 Donations accepted at the church

rummage location on October 13

The Bake Sale Homemade baked goods

accepted on the weekend of the festival

Kids Game Booth Small toystrinkets

candy or lollipops (no chocolate please)

individually bagged snacks (such as fruit

snacks goldfish or crackers) and cash or

gift cards Drop off boxes in the vestibule

Last day October 7

Please help us make this yearrsquos festival a success for our ministries and all those we serve

PARISH BLOOD DRIVE The next parish blood drive is October 7 from 8am-12 noon in front of St John Hall Did you know

bull Only 38 of the population can donate and of those less than 4 will give

bull Donations are down 21 in South Texas Since 2012

bull You can possibly donate even if you are diabetic or on medication

bull You can donate if you are 16 and older with parentrsquos consent and at 17 without consent

Our goal this drive is to give 40 pints of blood or more In July we gave 24 pints We need at least 60 registrants signed up Look for registration forms in the gathering space the weekends of September 2223 and 2930 More registrants means the chance for more than 1 bus

MOM MINISTRY - DVD SERIES STUDY PROGRAM Momnipotent The Not-So-Perfect Womanrsquos Guide to Catholic Moth-

erhood by Danielle Bean ndash Join the MOM Ministry for a DVD series on the dignity and im-

portance of motherhood Sept 10 17 Oct 1815 Nov 526 Dec 3 730 pm Room

203 of the Education Building For more information contact Ashley MacShane ash-

leymacshaneyahoocom

HOLY LEAGUE - SERIES OF TALKS The Holy League invites you to a series of talks entitled ldquoCitizens of the Heavenly Cityrdquo

We will be discussing the Catholic Churchrsquos social moral teachings The talks will begin on

Tuesday September 4 at 700 pm and will continue for 6 weeks every Tuesday at 700

pm until October 9 If you are interested in attending please contact Ray Tovar at 210-

269-3177 or email rtovargvtccom

SAVE THE DATE - DEACON POYO Heart of Discipleship with Deacon Ralph Poyo on Saturday

October 6 at 900 am to 1200 noon More details on parish

website and on STJHC Messenger

FAITH FORMATION

FAITH FORMATION OFFICE

FAX 830-438-5884

Director of Faith Formation

Sue Torres Ext 211

SueTstjhcchurch

Director of Middle School Faith Formation Adult Sacraments of Initiation Baptism

Charles Noll Ext 205

CharlesNstjhcchurch

Director of Youth Young Adult amp Family Life

Rick Zapf Ext 255

RickZstjhcchurch

Administrative Assistant - Faith Formation

Marty Alonzo Ext 259

MartyAstjhcchurch

Admin Assist - Adult Faith Formation Facility Scheduling

Justine Hernandez Ext 266

JustineHstjhcchurch

CLASSES BEGIN THIS WEEK

Faith Formation Registration is now open for the 2018-2019 School year Pick up

your forms today in the Church Gathering Space the Faith Formation Office or from

our website Classes will begin the week of September 9 2018 All families regis-

tering after September 7 2018 will be assessed a $35 late fee Any child receiv-

ing the sacraments of First Communion or Confirmation in the 2018-2019 school

year will be required to present to the Faith Formation Office Original Birth Certifi-

cates and Original Sacramental Certificates Please also note that preparation for

these sacraments is a two year commitment Enrollment in Faith Formation in first

grade for First Communion and ninth grade for Confirmation is required Please

contact Sue Torres in the Faith Formation Office at 830-980-2268 for details and

additional questions

SECOND GRADE SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION

wwwLeadingTeensToParadiseorg

Save the Date Thursday September 20 2018

Welcome families of 2nd grade children preparing for the sacraments of First Recon-

ciliation and Holy Eucharist Please save the date for a required informational parent

meeting regarding our preparations for sacraments

We will meet on Thursday September 20 2018 in the parish hall from 630 pm to

800 pm You will have an opportunity to learn more about our Catholic faith pick

up yoursquore at-home curriculum packet and hear more about the process of preparing

for the sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Eucharist Please note this meeting is

meant for parents of children who were in attendance in first grade (Not for RCIA

Adapted for Children) All others may contact the Faith Formation office for more

sacramental preparation details Please contact Sue Torres at suetstjhcchurch or

by phone at 830-980-2268

Support our youth at St Joseph-Honey Creek Buy HEB Cards

PASTORAL COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

(Member Ex Officio)

Deacon Glen Bliss

Deacon Mike Pawelek

Deacon Freddy Mireles (Members

Ex Officio)

Ken Petri (President)

Matt Wohlfeil (Vice President)

Mike Knuffke (Secretary)

Ricardo Garcia

Rosanne Gray

Henry Delgado

Lajuana Kubany

Jannie Tadlock

Imelda Quiroz

Charlie Nickells

Jayne OrsquoKeefe

FINANCE COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

Ronald Andrew Frei

Parish BookkeeperOffice

Manager

Elvis Schmiedekamp

Charles Hughes

Mike Guadagno

Eubaldo Quiroz

Patti Jo Bliss

Neil Berry

PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER Pregnant Need Help Call The BulverdeSpring Branch Pregnancy Care Center (830) 885-2277 Services are confidential amp free of charge

FAMILY AND INDIVIDUAL THERAPY Adriana Gonzalez MS Bilingual Services (Spanish)

Agonzalezcounsellorcom (210) 723-3478

THE SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL

Distribution every other week

Thursdays 1pm - 5 pm | Fridays 1 pm - 5 pm

PARISH INFORMATION

Regular $1851281

Childrens $19067 815 Holy Day $276725

ONLINE GIVING MADE EASY Online Giving is now available for

parishioners with WeShare an easy

and convenient way to save time and

support the church Donating is simple

safe and completely secure With

WeShare you can set up a recurring

weekly or monthly transaction using

your checking savings or credit card

account You can decide how much to

give to any collection and make

changes any time day or night Plus

you can

leave your checkbook at home on

Sundays If you have any questions or

concerns about the program or would

like help setting up your account

please call our parish office at (830)

980-2268 ext 208

If you would like to enroll in

Online Giving please visit

wwwstjoseph-honeycreekorg

OUR STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE TO GOD COLLECTION 8-19-2018

The next second collection (October 7) will be

for Hope for the FutureCatholic Schools

Thank you for your generous contributions

ANNOUNCEMENTS

40 DAYS FOR LIFE

The St Veronica - Women of the Cloth Ministry has been formed to serve all ministries with their sewing and handwork needs If you are interested in

joining this new ministry please contact Mary Wilson at mdwilsongvtccom

ST VERONICA

INTERESTED IN BECOMING CATHOLIC Interested in becoming Catholic or learning more about the Church and her teachings There is a place for you here with us As an

adult you become Catholic through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) RCIA will meet weekly during the year beginning in

September Our meetings will last approximately 1 12 - 2 hours on Sunday mornings This process is for you if you

bull Have never been baptized

bull Were baptized in another Christian faith

bull Were baptized Catholic but didnrsquot receive First Holy Communion and Confirmation You will be guided and supported in the faith through instruction If you or someone you know would like to learn more about becoming

Catholic contact Charles Noll at 830-980-2268 ext 205 or CharlesNstjhcchurch

A FREE GIFT FOR YOU

Go to Formedorg | Enter our PARISH CODE on the homepage b155b

Create a personal account with your email and password

Download the free FORMED app today and enjoy the great video and audio wherever you go

OUR PARISH HAS FORMED

From Wednesday September 26 through November 4 yoursquore invited to join other Christians for 40 Days for Life ndash 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion Yoursquore also invited to join our Respect Life Ministry to stand and peacefully pray during a 40-day vigil in the public right-of-way outside Planned Parenthood at 2140 Babcock Rd St Joseph will be covering the sidewalk from 900am to 500pm on Friday October 12 and Saturday October 13 from 800am to 1200pm We are asking each ministry to signup for one hour as a group Please consider joining us for one hour to peacefully pray together We will also be praying together every Friday during 40 Days For Life from 10am to11am in front of Planned Parenthood You are welcome to meet us there or carpool with us from the church parking lot at 900am after morning Mass If yoursquod like more information ndash please contact parishioner Jeanne Kel-ler jeannelmnksatxrrcom or 830-980-7409

9162018 - 9232018 WEEKLY SCHEDULE

READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF SEPT 16

Sunday Is 505-9aPs 1161-2 3-4 5-6 8-9 [9]Jas

214-18Mk 827-35

Monday 1 Cor 1117-26 33Ps 407-8a 8b-9 10 17 [1

Cor 1126b]Lk 71-10

Tuesday 1 Cor 1212-14 27-31aPs 1001b-2 3 4 5

[3]Lk 711-17

Wednesday 1 Cor 1231--1313Ps 332-3 4-5 12 and

22 [12]Lk 731-35

Thursday 1 Cor 151-11Ps 1181b-2 16ab-17 28 [1]

Lk 736-50

Friday Eph 41-7 11-13Ps 192-3 4-5 [5]Mt 99-13

Saturday 1 Cor 1535-37 42-49Ps 5610c-12 13-14

[14]Lk 84-15

Next Sunday Wis 212 17-20Ps 543-4 5 6-8 [6b]Jas

316--43Mk 930-37

Sunday September 16 2018

Regular Mass Schedule

All Masses Festival Raffle Tickets Sales

800 AM RCIA adapted for Children - Various

800 AM RCIA - St John Hall

915 amp 1115 AM K-5 Faith Formation - Various

915 AM K-5 Parent Mtg - Room 206

915 amp 1115 AM Traditional Faith Formation - Room 201

1030 AM RCIA for Children-Spanish - Parish Hall

1030 AM RCIA-Spanish - Boardroom

1045 AM K-5 Sp Faith Formation - Various

615 PM High School FF Parent Mtg- Main Church

700 PM High School Faith Formation - Various

Monday September 17 2018

800AM - 1000PM Eucharistic Adoration - Day Chapel

600 PM Blue Knights Meeting - Room 103

600 PM Little Flowers Meeting - Various

700 PM KoC 1st Degree Practice - StJohn Hall

700 PM Momnipotent Study - Room 203

700 PM Daily Mass - Day Chapel

700 PM Sp Womens ACTS Mtg - Parish Hall

Tuesday September 18 2018

800AM - 1000PM Eucharistic Adoration - Day Chapel

800 AM Daily Mass - Day Chapel

1000 AM Bible StudyThe Wild Goose - Parish Hall

630 PM ENDOW - Room 203

700 PM Catholic Moral Teachings - StJohn Hall

700 PM Sp Mens ACTS Meeting - Parish Hall

830 PM College Faith Sharing - Youth Center

Wednesday September 19 2018

800AM - 700PM Eucharistic Adoration - Day Chapel

1000 AM ACTS Bible Study - Room 207

1000 AM HB Prayer Quilters - Room 202

1000 AM Arts amp Crafts - Room 106

330 PM Bible StudyWild Goose - Room 207

400 PM Mom amp Tot Playdates - Room 102

530 PM HS Gathering - Youth Center

615 PM EDGE - Parish Hall

615 PM K-5 FF amp Alt Needs - Various

615 PM K-5 Parent Meeting - Room 207

700 PM High School Faith Formation - Various

700 PM Daily Mass - Day Chapel

700 PM KoC Officers Meeting - StJohn Hall

730 PM Bible StudyRevelation - Room 206

Thursday September 20 2018

800 AM Daily Mass - Day Chapel

1000 AM HB Prayer Quilters - Room 202

100PM - 500PM SVDP Distribution

645 PM Society of Our Lady of Guadalupe

700 PM Festival Committee Mtg - StJohn Hall

700 PM Choir Rehearsal - Main Church

700 PM Matachines Practice

Sunday September 23 2018

Regular Mass Schedule

All Masses Festival Raffle Tickets amp Signup

800 AM RCIA Adapted for Children - Parish Hall

800 AM RCIA - St John Hall

915 amp 1115 AM K-5 Faith Formation - Various

915 amp 1115 AM Traditional Faith Formation - Room 201

1030 AM RCIA for Children-Spanish - Parish Hall

1030 AM RCIA-Spanish - Boardroom

1045 AM K-5 Spanish Faith Formation - Various

130 PM Confirmation Team Planning - Youth Center

615 PM High School Faith Formation - Various

1st Download the free ldquoMessengerrdquo app 2nd Scan the above code to join our ldquoSt Joseph Honey-Creekrdquo group (find the scanner under the ldquopeoplerdquo tab) 3rd Enjoy your personalized StJHC feed with information about StJHC Church events and Catholic resources at your fingertips

Join ldquoStJHC Messengerrdquo

Now

MOM MINISTRY- LEARNING ABOUT THE SAINTS The MOM Ministry welcomes you and your kids on September 25 at 630 pm in St John Hall to learn more about St Michael the Archangel patron saint of police officers We will have a special guest from the Bulverde Police Department talking about being a police officer and answering kidsrsquo questions There will be pizza for dinner For more information contact Ashley MacShane at ashleymacshaneyahoocom SAVE THE DATE October 22 730 pm - CPR Training Training will be

focused on hands-only CPR for children and infants More information coming soon

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SYMPATHY Our parish family extends itrsquos deepest condolences to the friends and family of

Joe Cobos Pete Ojeda

May they rest for all eternity in the loving arms of our Lord and Savior in heaven

HONEYCREEK FESTIVAL NEWS

Save the Date - October 14

beginning at 10am

FREE Admission ndash Food Games Music Arts amp Crafts Auctions Raffle

We need your help

Please sign up to VOLUNTEER at one of the many booths at the

festival or for one of the preparation days on September 29

October 3 and 13 (grounds kitchen and booth prep)

Visit wwwhoneycreekfestivalcom for opportunities or contact Matt

Schima at festivalstjhcchurch or 830-822-3047

Please DONATE needed items for the following booths

Raffle Live and Silent Auctions New unused items (tickets

vacations gift cards electronics outdoor items etc) Cash

donations are also appreciated Drop off Parish Office or contact

Matt at festivalstjhcchurch or 830-822-3047 Last day for

donations September 30

Crafts Booth Completed arts and craft items seasonal amp holiday

fabric thread (basic colors) jewelry supplies baby yarn wreaths

etc Drop off Room 106 on September 28 from 10am-2pm Parish

Office or call Joana Alexander (830-336-2602) Last day

September 28

The Country Store Needs listed on parish website or call the

Parish Office Drop off boxes in the vestibule Last day

September 30

Rummage Sale Gently used sellable items for re-sale such as

books toys household or office items holiday deacutecor kitchen

items working appliances and tools furniture pet items sports

equipment luggage etc are needed Please no clothing used

makeup computer equipment TVs or any electronics older than 5

years Donation drop off at 46 West Storage 23065 TX Hwy 46

West by appointment please contact Linda Coones 210-387-0466

or John Hilbig 830-438-4302 Donations accepted at the church

rummage location on October 13

The Bake Sale Homemade baked goods

accepted on the weekend of the festival

Kids Game Booth Small toystrinkets

candy or lollipops (no chocolate please)

individually bagged snacks (such as fruit

snacks goldfish or crackers) and cash or

gift cards Drop off boxes in the vestibule

Last day October 7

Please help us make this yearrsquos festival a success for our ministries and all those we serve

PARISH BLOOD DRIVE The next parish blood drive is October 7 from 8am-12 noon in front of St John Hall Did you know

bull Only 38 of the population can donate and of those less than 4 will give

bull Donations are down 21 in South Texas Since 2012

bull You can possibly donate even if you are diabetic or on medication

bull You can donate if you are 16 and older with parentrsquos consent and at 17 without consent

Our goal this drive is to give 40 pints of blood or more In July we gave 24 pints We need at least 60 registrants signed up Look for registration forms in the gathering space the weekends of September 2223 and 2930 More registrants means the chance for more than 1 bus

MOM MINISTRY - DVD SERIES STUDY PROGRAM Momnipotent The Not-So-Perfect Womanrsquos Guide to Catholic Moth-

erhood by Danielle Bean ndash Join the MOM Ministry for a DVD series on the dignity and im-

portance of motherhood Sept 10 17 Oct 1815 Nov 526 Dec 3 730 pm Room

203 of the Education Building For more information contact Ashley MacShane ash-

leymacshaneyahoocom

HOLY LEAGUE - SERIES OF TALKS The Holy League invites you to a series of talks entitled ldquoCitizens of the Heavenly Cityrdquo

We will be discussing the Catholic Churchrsquos social moral teachings The talks will begin on

Tuesday September 4 at 700 pm and will continue for 6 weeks every Tuesday at 700

pm until October 9 If you are interested in attending please contact Ray Tovar at 210-

269-3177 or email rtovargvtccom

SAVE THE DATE - DEACON POYO Heart of Discipleship with Deacon Ralph Poyo on Saturday

October 6 at 900 am to 1200 noon More details on parish

website and on STJHC Messenger

FAITH FORMATION

FAITH FORMATION OFFICE

FAX 830-438-5884

Director of Faith Formation

Sue Torres Ext 211

SueTstjhcchurch

Director of Middle School Faith Formation Adult Sacraments of Initiation Baptism

Charles Noll Ext 205

CharlesNstjhcchurch

Director of Youth Young Adult amp Family Life

Rick Zapf Ext 255

RickZstjhcchurch

Administrative Assistant - Faith Formation

Marty Alonzo Ext 259

MartyAstjhcchurch

Admin Assist - Adult Faith Formation Facility Scheduling

Justine Hernandez Ext 266

JustineHstjhcchurch

CLASSES BEGIN THIS WEEK

Faith Formation Registration is now open for the 2018-2019 School year Pick up

your forms today in the Church Gathering Space the Faith Formation Office or from

our website Classes will begin the week of September 9 2018 All families regis-

tering after September 7 2018 will be assessed a $35 late fee Any child receiv-

ing the sacraments of First Communion or Confirmation in the 2018-2019 school

year will be required to present to the Faith Formation Office Original Birth Certifi-

cates and Original Sacramental Certificates Please also note that preparation for

these sacraments is a two year commitment Enrollment in Faith Formation in first

grade for First Communion and ninth grade for Confirmation is required Please

contact Sue Torres in the Faith Formation Office at 830-980-2268 for details and

additional questions

SECOND GRADE SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION

wwwLeadingTeensToParadiseorg

Save the Date Thursday September 20 2018

Welcome families of 2nd grade children preparing for the sacraments of First Recon-

ciliation and Holy Eucharist Please save the date for a required informational parent

meeting regarding our preparations for sacraments

We will meet on Thursday September 20 2018 in the parish hall from 630 pm to

800 pm You will have an opportunity to learn more about our Catholic faith pick

up yoursquore at-home curriculum packet and hear more about the process of preparing

for the sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Eucharist Please note this meeting is

meant for parents of children who were in attendance in first grade (Not for RCIA

Adapted for Children) All others may contact the Faith Formation office for more

sacramental preparation details Please contact Sue Torres at suetstjhcchurch or

by phone at 830-980-2268

Support our youth at St Joseph-Honey Creek Buy HEB Cards

PASTORAL COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

(Member Ex Officio)

Deacon Glen Bliss

Deacon Mike Pawelek

Deacon Freddy Mireles (Members

Ex Officio)

Ken Petri (President)

Matt Wohlfeil (Vice President)

Mike Knuffke (Secretary)

Ricardo Garcia

Rosanne Gray

Henry Delgado

Lajuana Kubany

Jannie Tadlock

Imelda Quiroz

Charlie Nickells

Jayne OrsquoKeefe

FINANCE COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

Ronald Andrew Frei

Parish BookkeeperOffice

Manager

Elvis Schmiedekamp

Charles Hughes

Mike Guadagno

Eubaldo Quiroz

Patti Jo Bliss

Neil Berry

PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER Pregnant Need Help Call The BulverdeSpring Branch Pregnancy Care Center (830) 885-2277 Services are confidential amp free of charge

FAMILY AND INDIVIDUAL THERAPY Adriana Gonzalez MS Bilingual Services (Spanish)

Agonzalezcounsellorcom (210) 723-3478

THE SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL

Distribution every other week

Thursdays 1pm - 5 pm | Fridays 1 pm - 5 pm

PARISH INFORMATION

Regular $1851281

Childrens $19067 815 Holy Day $276725

ONLINE GIVING MADE EASY Online Giving is now available for

parishioners with WeShare an easy

and convenient way to save time and

support the church Donating is simple

safe and completely secure With

WeShare you can set up a recurring

weekly or monthly transaction using

your checking savings or credit card

account You can decide how much to

give to any collection and make

changes any time day or night Plus

you can

leave your checkbook at home on

Sundays If you have any questions or

concerns about the program or would

like help setting up your account

please call our parish office at (830)

980-2268 ext 208

If you would like to enroll in

Online Giving please visit

wwwstjoseph-honeycreekorg

OUR STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE TO GOD COLLECTION 8-19-2018

The next second collection (October 7) will be

for Hope for the FutureCatholic Schools

Thank you for your generous contributions

ANNOUNCEMENTS

40 DAYS FOR LIFE

The St Veronica - Women of the Cloth Ministry has been formed to serve all ministries with their sewing and handwork needs If you are interested in

joining this new ministry please contact Mary Wilson at mdwilsongvtccom

ST VERONICA

INTERESTED IN BECOMING CATHOLIC Interested in becoming Catholic or learning more about the Church and her teachings There is a place for you here with us As an

adult you become Catholic through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) RCIA will meet weekly during the year beginning in

September Our meetings will last approximately 1 12 - 2 hours on Sunday mornings This process is for you if you

bull Have never been baptized

bull Were baptized in another Christian faith

bull Were baptized Catholic but didnrsquot receive First Holy Communion and Confirmation You will be guided and supported in the faith through instruction If you or someone you know would like to learn more about becoming

Catholic contact Charles Noll at 830-980-2268 ext 205 or CharlesNstjhcchurch

A FREE GIFT FOR YOU

Go to Formedorg | Enter our PARISH CODE on the homepage b155b

Create a personal account with your email and password

Download the free FORMED app today and enjoy the great video and audio wherever you go

OUR PARISH HAS FORMED

From Wednesday September 26 through November 4 yoursquore invited to join other Christians for 40 Days for Life ndash 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion Yoursquore also invited to join our Respect Life Ministry to stand and peacefully pray during a 40-day vigil in the public right-of-way outside Planned Parenthood at 2140 Babcock Rd St Joseph will be covering the sidewalk from 900am to 500pm on Friday October 12 and Saturday October 13 from 800am to 1200pm We are asking each ministry to signup for one hour as a group Please consider joining us for one hour to peacefully pray together We will also be praying together every Friday during 40 Days For Life from 10am to11am in front of Planned Parenthood You are welcome to meet us there or carpool with us from the church parking lot at 900am after morning Mass If yoursquod like more information ndash please contact parishioner Jeanne Kel-ler jeannelmnksatxrrcom or 830-980-7409

MOM MINISTRY- LEARNING ABOUT THE SAINTS The MOM Ministry welcomes you and your kids on September 25 at 630 pm in St John Hall to learn more about St Michael the Archangel patron saint of police officers We will have a special guest from the Bulverde Police Department talking about being a police officer and answering kidsrsquo questions There will be pizza for dinner For more information contact Ashley MacShane at ashleymacshaneyahoocom SAVE THE DATE October 22 730 pm - CPR Training Training will be

focused on hands-only CPR for children and infants More information coming soon

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SYMPATHY Our parish family extends itrsquos deepest condolences to the friends and family of

Joe Cobos Pete Ojeda

May they rest for all eternity in the loving arms of our Lord and Savior in heaven

HONEYCREEK FESTIVAL NEWS

Save the Date - October 14

beginning at 10am

FREE Admission ndash Food Games Music Arts amp Crafts Auctions Raffle

We need your help

Please sign up to VOLUNTEER at one of the many booths at the

festival or for one of the preparation days on September 29

October 3 and 13 (grounds kitchen and booth prep)

Visit wwwhoneycreekfestivalcom for opportunities or contact Matt

Schima at festivalstjhcchurch or 830-822-3047

Please DONATE needed items for the following booths

Raffle Live and Silent Auctions New unused items (tickets

vacations gift cards electronics outdoor items etc) Cash

donations are also appreciated Drop off Parish Office or contact

Matt at festivalstjhcchurch or 830-822-3047 Last day for

donations September 30

Crafts Booth Completed arts and craft items seasonal amp holiday

fabric thread (basic colors) jewelry supplies baby yarn wreaths

etc Drop off Room 106 on September 28 from 10am-2pm Parish

Office or call Joana Alexander (830-336-2602) Last day

September 28

The Country Store Needs listed on parish website or call the

Parish Office Drop off boxes in the vestibule Last day

September 30

Rummage Sale Gently used sellable items for re-sale such as

books toys household or office items holiday deacutecor kitchen

items working appliances and tools furniture pet items sports

equipment luggage etc are needed Please no clothing used

makeup computer equipment TVs or any electronics older than 5

years Donation drop off at 46 West Storage 23065 TX Hwy 46

West by appointment please contact Linda Coones 210-387-0466

or John Hilbig 830-438-4302 Donations accepted at the church

rummage location on October 13

The Bake Sale Homemade baked goods

accepted on the weekend of the festival

Kids Game Booth Small toystrinkets

candy or lollipops (no chocolate please)

individually bagged snacks (such as fruit

snacks goldfish or crackers) and cash or

gift cards Drop off boxes in the vestibule

Last day October 7

Please help us make this yearrsquos festival a success for our ministries and all those we serve

PARISH BLOOD DRIVE The next parish blood drive is October 7 from 8am-12 noon in front of St John Hall Did you know

bull Only 38 of the population can donate and of those less than 4 will give

bull Donations are down 21 in South Texas Since 2012

bull You can possibly donate even if you are diabetic or on medication

bull You can donate if you are 16 and older with parentrsquos consent and at 17 without consent

Our goal this drive is to give 40 pints of blood or more In July we gave 24 pints We need at least 60 registrants signed up Look for registration forms in the gathering space the weekends of September 2223 and 2930 More registrants means the chance for more than 1 bus

MOM MINISTRY - DVD SERIES STUDY PROGRAM Momnipotent The Not-So-Perfect Womanrsquos Guide to Catholic Moth-

erhood by Danielle Bean ndash Join the MOM Ministry for a DVD series on the dignity and im-

portance of motherhood Sept 10 17 Oct 1815 Nov 526 Dec 3 730 pm Room

203 of the Education Building For more information contact Ashley MacShane ash-

leymacshaneyahoocom

HOLY LEAGUE - SERIES OF TALKS The Holy League invites you to a series of talks entitled ldquoCitizens of the Heavenly Cityrdquo

We will be discussing the Catholic Churchrsquos social moral teachings The talks will begin on

Tuesday September 4 at 700 pm and will continue for 6 weeks every Tuesday at 700

pm until October 9 If you are interested in attending please contact Ray Tovar at 210-

269-3177 or email rtovargvtccom

SAVE THE DATE - DEACON POYO Heart of Discipleship with Deacon Ralph Poyo on Saturday

October 6 at 900 am to 1200 noon More details on parish

website and on STJHC Messenger

FAITH FORMATION

FAITH FORMATION OFFICE

FAX 830-438-5884

Director of Faith Formation

Sue Torres Ext 211

SueTstjhcchurch

Director of Middle School Faith Formation Adult Sacraments of Initiation Baptism

Charles Noll Ext 205

CharlesNstjhcchurch

Director of Youth Young Adult amp Family Life

Rick Zapf Ext 255

RickZstjhcchurch

Administrative Assistant - Faith Formation

Marty Alonzo Ext 259

MartyAstjhcchurch

Admin Assist - Adult Faith Formation Facility Scheduling

Justine Hernandez Ext 266

JustineHstjhcchurch

CLASSES BEGIN THIS WEEK

Faith Formation Registration is now open for the 2018-2019 School year Pick up

your forms today in the Church Gathering Space the Faith Formation Office or from

our website Classes will begin the week of September 9 2018 All families regis-

tering after September 7 2018 will be assessed a $35 late fee Any child receiv-

ing the sacraments of First Communion or Confirmation in the 2018-2019 school

year will be required to present to the Faith Formation Office Original Birth Certifi-

cates and Original Sacramental Certificates Please also note that preparation for

these sacraments is a two year commitment Enrollment in Faith Formation in first

grade for First Communion and ninth grade for Confirmation is required Please

contact Sue Torres in the Faith Formation Office at 830-980-2268 for details and

additional questions

SECOND GRADE SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION

wwwLeadingTeensToParadiseorg

Save the Date Thursday September 20 2018

Welcome families of 2nd grade children preparing for the sacraments of First Recon-

ciliation and Holy Eucharist Please save the date for a required informational parent

meeting regarding our preparations for sacraments

We will meet on Thursday September 20 2018 in the parish hall from 630 pm to

800 pm You will have an opportunity to learn more about our Catholic faith pick

up yoursquore at-home curriculum packet and hear more about the process of preparing

for the sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Eucharist Please note this meeting is

meant for parents of children who were in attendance in first grade (Not for RCIA

Adapted for Children) All others may contact the Faith Formation office for more

sacramental preparation details Please contact Sue Torres at suetstjhcchurch or

by phone at 830-980-2268

Support our youth at St Joseph-Honey Creek Buy HEB Cards

PASTORAL COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

(Member Ex Officio)

Deacon Glen Bliss

Deacon Mike Pawelek

Deacon Freddy Mireles (Members

Ex Officio)

Ken Petri (President)

Matt Wohlfeil (Vice President)

Mike Knuffke (Secretary)

Ricardo Garcia

Rosanne Gray

Henry Delgado

Lajuana Kubany

Jannie Tadlock

Imelda Quiroz

Charlie Nickells

Jayne OrsquoKeefe

FINANCE COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

Ronald Andrew Frei

Parish BookkeeperOffice

Manager

Elvis Schmiedekamp

Charles Hughes

Mike Guadagno

Eubaldo Quiroz

Patti Jo Bliss

Neil Berry

PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER Pregnant Need Help Call The BulverdeSpring Branch Pregnancy Care Center (830) 885-2277 Services are confidential amp free of charge

FAMILY AND INDIVIDUAL THERAPY Adriana Gonzalez MS Bilingual Services (Spanish)

Agonzalezcounsellorcom (210) 723-3478

THE SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL

Distribution every other week

Thursdays 1pm - 5 pm | Fridays 1 pm - 5 pm

PARISH INFORMATION

Regular $1851281

Childrens $19067 815 Holy Day $276725

ONLINE GIVING MADE EASY Online Giving is now available for

parishioners with WeShare an easy

and convenient way to save time and

support the church Donating is simple

safe and completely secure With

WeShare you can set up a recurring

weekly or monthly transaction using

your checking savings or credit card

account You can decide how much to

give to any collection and make

changes any time day or night Plus

you can

leave your checkbook at home on

Sundays If you have any questions or

concerns about the program or would

like help setting up your account

please call our parish office at (830)

980-2268 ext 208

If you would like to enroll in

Online Giving please visit

wwwstjoseph-honeycreekorg

OUR STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE TO GOD COLLECTION 8-19-2018

The next second collection (October 7) will be

for Hope for the FutureCatholic Schools

Thank you for your generous contributions

ANNOUNCEMENTS

40 DAYS FOR LIFE

The St Veronica - Women of the Cloth Ministry has been formed to serve all ministries with their sewing and handwork needs If you are interested in

joining this new ministry please contact Mary Wilson at mdwilsongvtccom

ST VERONICA

INTERESTED IN BECOMING CATHOLIC Interested in becoming Catholic or learning more about the Church and her teachings There is a place for you here with us As an

adult you become Catholic through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) RCIA will meet weekly during the year beginning in

September Our meetings will last approximately 1 12 - 2 hours on Sunday mornings This process is for you if you

bull Have never been baptized

bull Were baptized in another Christian faith

bull Were baptized Catholic but didnrsquot receive First Holy Communion and Confirmation You will be guided and supported in the faith through instruction If you or someone you know would like to learn more about becoming

Catholic contact Charles Noll at 830-980-2268 ext 205 or CharlesNstjhcchurch

A FREE GIFT FOR YOU

Go to Formedorg | Enter our PARISH CODE on the homepage b155b

Create a personal account with your email and password

Download the free FORMED app today and enjoy the great video and audio wherever you go

OUR PARISH HAS FORMED

From Wednesday September 26 through November 4 yoursquore invited to join other Christians for 40 Days for Life ndash 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion Yoursquore also invited to join our Respect Life Ministry to stand and peacefully pray during a 40-day vigil in the public right-of-way outside Planned Parenthood at 2140 Babcock Rd St Joseph will be covering the sidewalk from 900am to 500pm on Friday October 12 and Saturday October 13 from 800am to 1200pm We are asking each ministry to signup for one hour as a group Please consider joining us for one hour to peacefully pray together We will also be praying together every Friday during 40 Days For Life from 10am to11am in front of Planned Parenthood You are welcome to meet us there or carpool with us from the church parking lot at 900am after morning Mass If yoursquod like more information ndash please contact parishioner Jeanne Kel-ler jeannelmnksatxrrcom or 830-980-7409

FAITH FORMATION

FAITH FORMATION OFFICE

FAX 830-438-5884

Director of Faith Formation

Sue Torres Ext 211

SueTstjhcchurch

Director of Middle School Faith Formation Adult Sacraments of Initiation Baptism

Charles Noll Ext 205

CharlesNstjhcchurch

Director of Youth Young Adult amp Family Life

Rick Zapf Ext 255

RickZstjhcchurch

Administrative Assistant - Faith Formation

Marty Alonzo Ext 259

MartyAstjhcchurch

Admin Assist - Adult Faith Formation Facility Scheduling

Justine Hernandez Ext 266

JustineHstjhcchurch

CLASSES BEGIN THIS WEEK

Faith Formation Registration is now open for the 2018-2019 School year Pick up

your forms today in the Church Gathering Space the Faith Formation Office or from

our website Classes will begin the week of September 9 2018 All families regis-

tering after September 7 2018 will be assessed a $35 late fee Any child receiv-

ing the sacraments of First Communion or Confirmation in the 2018-2019 school

year will be required to present to the Faith Formation Office Original Birth Certifi-

cates and Original Sacramental Certificates Please also note that preparation for

these sacraments is a two year commitment Enrollment in Faith Formation in first

grade for First Communion and ninth grade for Confirmation is required Please

contact Sue Torres in the Faith Formation Office at 830-980-2268 for details and

additional questions

SECOND GRADE SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION

wwwLeadingTeensToParadiseorg

Save the Date Thursday September 20 2018

Welcome families of 2nd grade children preparing for the sacraments of First Recon-

ciliation and Holy Eucharist Please save the date for a required informational parent

meeting regarding our preparations for sacraments

We will meet on Thursday September 20 2018 in the parish hall from 630 pm to

800 pm You will have an opportunity to learn more about our Catholic faith pick

up yoursquore at-home curriculum packet and hear more about the process of preparing

for the sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Eucharist Please note this meeting is

meant for parents of children who were in attendance in first grade (Not for RCIA

Adapted for Children) All others may contact the Faith Formation office for more

sacramental preparation details Please contact Sue Torres at suetstjhcchurch or

by phone at 830-980-2268

Support our youth at St Joseph-Honey Creek Buy HEB Cards

PASTORAL COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

(Member Ex Officio)

Deacon Glen Bliss

Deacon Mike Pawelek

Deacon Freddy Mireles (Members

Ex Officio)

Ken Petri (President)

Matt Wohlfeil (Vice President)

Mike Knuffke (Secretary)

Ricardo Garcia

Rosanne Gray

Henry Delgado

Lajuana Kubany

Jannie Tadlock

Imelda Quiroz

Charlie Nickells

Jayne OrsquoKeefe

FINANCE COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

Ronald Andrew Frei

Parish BookkeeperOffice

Manager

Elvis Schmiedekamp

Charles Hughes

Mike Guadagno

Eubaldo Quiroz

Patti Jo Bliss

Neil Berry

PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER Pregnant Need Help Call The BulverdeSpring Branch Pregnancy Care Center (830) 885-2277 Services are confidential amp free of charge

FAMILY AND INDIVIDUAL THERAPY Adriana Gonzalez MS Bilingual Services (Spanish)

Agonzalezcounsellorcom (210) 723-3478

THE SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL

Distribution every other week

Thursdays 1pm - 5 pm | Fridays 1 pm - 5 pm

PARISH INFORMATION

Regular $1851281

Childrens $19067 815 Holy Day $276725

ONLINE GIVING MADE EASY Online Giving is now available for

parishioners with WeShare an easy

and convenient way to save time and

support the church Donating is simple

safe and completely secure With

WeShare you can set up a recurring

weekly or monthly transaction using

your checking savings or credit card

account You can decide how much to

give to any collection and make

changes any time day or night Plus

you can

leave your checkbook at home on

Sundays If you have any questions or

concerns about the program or would

like help setting up your account

please call our parish office at (830)

980-2268 ext 208

If you would like to enroll in

Online Giving please visit

wwwstjoseph-honeycreekorg

OUR STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE TO GOD COLLECTION 8-19-2018

The next second collection (October 7) will be

for Hope for the FutureCatholic Schools

Thank you for your generous contributions

ANNOUNCEMENTS

40 DAYS FOR LIFE

The St Veronica - Women of the Cloth Ministry has been formed to serve all ministries with their sewing and handwork needs If you are interested in

joining this new ministry please contact Mary Wilson at mdwilsongvtccom

ST VERONICA

INTERESTED IN BECOMING CATHOLIC Interested in becoming Catholic or learning more about the Church and her teachings There is a place for you here with us As an

adult you become Catholic through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) RCIA will meet weekly during the year beginning in

September Our meetings will last approximately 1 12 - 2 hours on Sunday mornings This process is for you if you

bull Have never been baptized

bull Were baptized in another Christian faith

bull Were baptized Catholic but didnrsquot receive First Holy Communion and Confirmation You will be guided and supported in the faith through instruction If you or someone you know would like to learn more about becoming

Catholic contact Charles Noll at 830-980-2268 ext 205 or CharlesNstjhcchurch

A FREE GIFT FOR YOU

Go to Formedorg | Enter our PARISH CODE on the homepage b155b

Create a personal account with your email and password

Download the free FORMED app today and enjoy the great video and audio wherever you go

OUR PARISH HAS FORMED

From Wednesday September 26 through November 4 yoursquore invited to join other Christians for 40 Days for Life ndash 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion Yoursquore also invited to join our Respect Life Ministry to stand and peacefully pray during a 40-day vigil in the public right-of-way outside Planned Parenthood at 2140 Babcock Rd St Joseph will be covering the sidewalk from 900am to 500pm on Friday October 12 and Saturday October 13 from 800am to 1200pm We are asking each ministry to signup for one hour as a group Please consider joining us for one hour to peacefully pray together We will also be praying together every Friday during 40 Days For Life from 10am to11am in front of Planned Parenthood You are welcome to meet us there or carpool with us from the church parking lot at 900am after morning Mass If yoursquod like more information ndash please contact parishioner Jeanne Kel-ler jeannelmnksatxrrcom or 830-980-7409

PASTORAL COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

(Member Ex Officio)

Deacon Glen Bliss

Deacon Mike Pawelek

Deacon Freddy Mireles (Members

Ex Officio)

Ken Petri (President)

Matt Wohlfeil (Vice President)

Mike Knuffke (Secretary)

Ricardo Garcia

Rosanne Gray

Henry Delgado

Lajuana Kubany

Jannie Tadlock

Imelda Quiroz

Charlie Nickells

Jayne OrsquoKeefe

FINANCE COUNCIL

Fr Francis McHugh Pastor

Ronald Andrew Frei

Parish BookkeeperOffice

Manager

Elvis Schmiedekamp

Charles Hughes

Mike Guadagno

Eubaldo Quiroz

Patti Jo Bliss

Neil Berry

PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER Pregnant Need Help Call The BulverdeSpring Branch Pregnancy Care Center (830) 885-2277 Services are confidential amp free of charge

FAMILY AND INDIVIDUAL THERAPY Adriana Gonzalez MS Bilingual Services (Spanish)

Agonzalezcounsellorcom (210) 723-3478

THE SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL

Distribution every other week

Thursdays 1pm - 5 pm | Fridays 1 pm - 5 pm

PARISH INFORMATION

Regular $1851281

Childrens $19067 815 Holy Day $276725

ONLINE GIVING MADE EASY Online Giving is now available for

parishioners with WeShare an easy

and convenient way to save time and

support the church Donating is simple

safe and completely secure With

WeShare you can set up a recurring

weekly or monthly transaction using

your checking savings or credit card

account You can decide how much to

give to any collection and make

changes any time day or night Plus

you can

leave your checkbook at home on

Sundays If you have any questions or

concerns about the program or would

like help setting up your account

please call our parish office at (830)

980-2268 ext 208

If you would like to enroll in

Online Giving please visit

wwwstjoseph-honeycreekorg

OUR STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE TO GOD COLLECTION 8-19-2018

The next second collection (October 7) will be

for Hope for the FutureCatholic Schools

Thank you for your generous contributions

ANNOUNCEMENTS

40 DAYS FOR LIFE

The St Veronica - Women of the Cloth Ministry has been formed to serve all ministries with their sewing and handwork needs If you are interested in

joining this new ministry please contact Mary Wilson at mdwilsongvtccom

ST VERONICA

INTERESTED IN BECOMING CATHOLIC Interested in becoming Catholic or learning more about the Church and her teachings There is a place for you here with us As an

adult you become Catholic through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) RCIA will meet weekly during the year beginning in

September Our meetings will last approximately 1 12 - 2 hours on Sunday mornings This process is for you if you

bull Have never been baptized

bull Were baptized in another Christian faith

bull Were baptized Catholic but didnrsquot receive First Holy Communion and Confirmation You will be guided and supported in the faith through instruction If you or someone you know would like to learn more about becoming

Catholic contact Charles Noll at 830-980-2268 ext 205 or CharlesNstjhcchurch

A FREE GIFT FOR YOU

Go to Formedorg | Enter our PARISH CODE on the homepage b155b

Create a personal account with your email and password

Download the free FORMED app today and enjoy the great video and audio wherever you go

OUR PARISH HAS FORMED

From Wednesday September 26 through November 4 yoursquore invited to join other Christians for 40 Days for Life ndash 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion Yoursquore also invited to join our Respect Life Ministry to stand and peacefully pray during a 40-day vigil in the public right-of-way outside Planned Parenthood at 2140 Babcock Rd St Joseph will be covering the sidewalk from 900am to 500pm on Friday October 12 and Saturday October 13 from 800am to 1200pm We are asking each ministry to signup for one hour as a group Please consider joining us for one hour to peacefully pray together We will also be praying together every Friday during 40 Days For Life from 10am to11am in front of Planned Parenthood You are welcome to meet us there or carpool with us from the church parking lot at 900am after morning Mass If yoursquod like more information ndash please contact parishioner Jeanne Kel-ler jeannelmnksatxrrcom or 830-980-7409