If you would like to be added to the Prayer and Info Line, please make this request by e-mail or by calling the parish office.
Catholic Radio: Relevant Radio, an independent non-profit network of 38 stations airing Catholic programming, can be heard in the greater Austin area at 970 AM (this includes most parishes in Austin, Central and Southern deaneries). Daily weekday Masses at Chancery Chapel are recorded and aired at 8:30 p.m. Visit www.relevantradio970.com for programming details. For more info on the radio station, call 390-5495.
Meals on Wheels: They need volunteers to deliver one day a month for about one and a half hours. If you can help, call Alex Dunn at 267-1820.
Bricks: are available to be placed at the foot of the Risen Christ statue. If you are interested in purchasing a brick in memory or in honor of a loved one, you may call the parish office.
Vehicle Donation Program: Donate your running or non–running vehicles to St. Vincent de Paul. Help the less fortunate in our area. Your donation is tax deductible, fast and easy and there is no cost to the donor. For more information, call 1-888-317-7837.
Columbarium niches are available: Call Dick Bohn at 267-6847. A Catholic position pamphlet is available on the table in the vestibule.
Baptismal Class: If you are a registered parishioner and plan to have your child baptized, or have been asked to be a godparent, call Deacon Terry Martin at 233-0261. Classes are held on the fourth Sunday of the month by appointment at 12:30 in the Parish Activity Center. A birth certificate is required by the Diocese.
Parish announcements
Weekday Mass Schedule: Mass will be celebrated the week of Nov. 22 on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9:00 a.m.
Pray the Holy Rosary and Divine Mercy: The holy rosary is prayed every Wednesday after 9:00 a.m. Mass. The Divine Mercy is prayed every Friday after 9:00 a.m. Mass.
Remember the Poor Souls in Pugatory: Offering envelopes are available in the vestibule for those who would like to have your loved ones remembered at all Masses throughout the month of November.
Religious Christmas Cards: will be sold by the Knights of Columbus today after both Masses. A brochure is available on the table in the vestibule. Call Doug DeGroot at 294-2406 for more information.
Catholic Services Appeal: A blessed thank you to everyone who gave a gift this past weekend to the CSA. Our parish goal is 100% participation. Each and every person's gift is important. For those who have not made a pledge, please join us in supporting the vital programs and services throughout the Diocese of Austin, that no single individual or parish can offer. Thank you for your continued generosity.
Second Collection: For nearly 40 years, the Catholic Campaign for Human Development has embodied Catholic social teaching through pursuing justice and upholding the dignity of the human person. CCHD funds community projects led by low-income individuals. As more Americans feel the weight of the economic crisis, CCHD needs your support on Nov. 22 more than ever. Thank you for your generosity.
Giving Tree/Help the Less Fortunate Children: The Giving Tree will be displayed next Sunday, Nov. 28. Tags will be available for you to take and purchase gifts for the less fortunate children of the community. Please register your gifts with the Giving Tree representative. H.E.B. scrip does not need to be registered. A basket is also available if you would like to make a monetary contribution. You may make your check out to St. Mary's. Please be sure and attach the tag to the wrapped gift. Please bring your gifts on Sunday, Dec. 13. Gifts will be brought up at the Offertory at both Masses on this date and distributed to the families that week. Call Linda Foerster for more info at 267-1289.
Religious Education: Religious education classes will not be held on Sunday, Nov. 29 due to the Thanksgiving holiday, but will resume on December 6.
Bible Study: The prayerbook of ancient Israel has formed the prayer of Jesus and the Church. Learn to make the Psalms of descriptive praise, trust and wisdom your own prayers. Psalms I classes began last week and are held on Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. and run for 7 sessions Contact Pat Martin at 233-0261 or e-mail patinlago@austin.rr.com to register.
Family Christmas Party - Mark Your Calendars: Bring the whole family and enjoy the festive games, decorate cookies and more at the Family Christmas Party on Sunday, Dec. 6 at 3:00 p.m. in the PAC. There will be more for the older kids to enjoy this year. If you would like to help or have any questions, please call Sally Vogel at 267-9120.
Adult Christmas Party: Let Us Come Together and Rejoice in His Name! A celebration with dinner, dancing and music. St. Mary's Adult Christmas Party will be held on Sunday, Dec. 13 at K-Oaks from 6 - 10 p.m. Tickets are available for purchase after Mass and in the parish office. Plan to attend this evening of dancing and prizes. The meal consists of prime rib and all the sides, including beverage. Call Ora Van Til at 267-5936 if you would like to reserve a table for eight. The cost is $12 per person.
Canned Fruit: Please remember to bring your donations of canned fruit. St. Mary's is committed to filling the shelves with canned fruit at Hill Country Community Ministries.