February 28, 2016, Third Sunday of Lent

ARCHDIOCESE OF GALVESTON-HOUSTON
HIS EMINENCE DANIEL CARDINAL DINARDO
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL CATHOLIC CHURCH
6800 BUFFALO SPEEDWAY, HOUSTON, TEXAS 77025
713-667-9111, FAX 713-667-3453, WWW.SVDP-HOUSTON.ORG
February 28, 2016, Third Sunday of Lent
Pastor, Rev. Msgr. William Young
Parochial Vicar, Rev. Phong Nguyen
Deacons,
Gus Camacho
Dan Pagnano
Parish School, 713-666-2345
Fax 713-663-3562
Carolyn Sears, Principal
Business Administrator,
Meredith Wyzik, 713-663-3549
Director of Music,
Daryel Nance, 713-663-3539
Director of Faith Formation,
Nick LaRocca, 713-663-3565
MASS SCHEDULE
Weekdays: 6:45 AM and 12:10 PM
Saturday: 8:15 AM, Vigil Mass at 5:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM
Spanish Mass: Sunday, 3:00 PM
Life Teen Mass: Sunday, 5:00 PM
Young Adults Mass: Tuesday, 7:00 PM except No First Tuesday 7 PM Mass
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION in the Church Adoration Chapel, 24 hours, Monday, 7 AM through Saturday, 8 AM
CONFESSIONS: Tuesdays, 6-7 PM and Saturdays, 3:30-4:30 PM or call 713-667-9111 for an appointment
HEALING AND ANOINTING OF THE SICK second Wednesday of the month after 12:10 PM Mass
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February 28, 2016, Third Sunday of Lent
Letter From The Pastor
Dear Parishioners:
Most have probably seen the large red book we priests use during Mass. The Sacramentary, contains the
prayers said by the priest and the instructions on how to celebrate a Mass. We priests do not, and should not,
make up our own rules for celebrating Mass. The Church wants us to follow liturgical rules so you know what
you’re getting into at Mass.
There are two parts of every Mass, the Liturgy of the Word and the Liturgy of the Eucharist. The Liturgy of the
Eucharistic begins after the General Intercessions. This following paragraph tells us about the Preparation of the
Gifts. This is often called the offertory. Actually, the offertory comes later. Here is what the Sacramentary tells:
At the beginning of the Liturgy of the Eucharist the gifts which will become Christ’s Body and Blood are
brought to the altar. First of all, the altar or Lord’s table, which is the center of the whole Liturgy of the
Eucharist, is made ready when on it are placed the corporal, purificator, Missal, and chalice (unless this
last is prepared at the credence table).
The offerings are then brought forward. It is a praiseworthy practice for the bread and wine to be
presented by the faithful. They are then accepted at an appropriate place by the Priest or the Deacon to
be carried to the altar. Even though the faithful no longer bring from their own possessions the bread and
wine intended for the liturgy as was once the case, nevertheless the rite of carrying up the offerings still
keeps its spiritual efficacy and significance. Even money or other gifts for the poor or for the
Church, brought by the faithful or collected in the church, are acceptable; given their purpose,
they are to be put in a suitable place away from the Eucharistic table.
These gifts [offerings] are placed either on the altar [the bread and wine] or near it to be offered to God.
What you put in the basket is a sign of your love for God especially the gratitude we owe God for his blessings
given every day.
After the words of consecration and the mystery of faith we actually offer to God the Victim, Jesus, back to
God our Father. We read in the Sacramentary: — The oblation, by which, in this very memorial, the Church, in
particular that gathered here and now, offers the unblemished sacrificial Victim in the Holy Spirit to the Father.
The Church’s intention, indeed, is that the faithful not only offer this unblemished sacrificial Victim but also learn
to offer their very selves, and so day by day to be brought, through the mediation of Christ, into unity with God
and with each other, so that God may at last be all in all.
Our gifts given in the collection are caught up with the bread and the wine which have become the real
presence of Jesus and raised to God the Father Almighty. We offer ourselves with the symbolic gift of ourselves in
the money, faith, heart-felt sorrow for our sins, joy, etc. Our Father accepts our sacrifice and hands back his very
Son for our salvation.
Every Mass is a great exchange of gifts from you to God and from God to you and me. It behooves us to
come to Mass with a strong intentionality to worship God. We must always strive to place our inner self in the
service of worship. EVERY Mass is beautiful! EVERY Mass is a miracle! EVERY Mass is an earthly experience of the
celestial wedding banquet with Jesus and his Church!
Every Mass is an opportunity for us to love God and allow God to love us with the greatest act of love history
has ever known — Jesus the bridegroom dying on the cross for his bride the Church. As the pure victim, Jesus
embraces you and me in his terrible passion and lifts us to the heart of God in heaven. He opens his eyes and says
to our Father — Here they are, your people, I have won them back from the grip of Satan himself, through me;
they are my gift to you. Accept them.
Our heavenly Father does not refuse his only begotten Son’s request. We are most blessed.
Pax et bonum,
Msgr. Bill
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Mass Intentions for the Week
February 29 to March 6
Monday February 29, Lenten Weekday
6:45 AM - Mary Bonner †
12:10 PM - Mabel Hollier †
Tuesday March 1, Lenten Weekday
6:45 AM - St. Jude League
12:10 PM - John Oberdorf, Sr. †, Katherine Sechelski †
One aspect of the newly organized
Welcome Committee is the Greeters.
Wednesday March 2, Lenten Weekday
6:45 AM - Burwell & Joyce Bennett †
12:10 PM - Rosalyn Klacik †
Our hope is to develop multiple teams for
each weekend Mass so we can rotate the
responsibility and decrease the
commitment for each person.
Thursday March 3, Lenten Weekday
6:45 AM - Vay Kay †
8:15 AM - John Ennis †
12:10 PM - Verna Freeman,
Ileana Ruiz & Juanita Ruiz Maldonado
Friday March 4, Lenten Weekday
6:45 AM - Long Chhom †
8:15 AM - Anthony M. Gallo †
12:10 PM - Remedios "Remy" Delumpa †
In order to achieve this we
NEED YOUR HELP.
If you are interested or would like more
information, please contact Mary Gosline
in the Parish Office at 713-663-3546 or
e-mail [email protected].
Saturday March 5, Lenten Weekday
8:15 AM - Peter Cangelosi †
5:00 PM - John & Laura Barbato †
Sunday March 6, FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
7:00 AM - Ruth & Johnny Kolenda †
9:00 AM - Richard Faust †
11:00 AM - Parishioners
1:00 PM - Karen Hollerbach †
3:00 PM - Carmen Esther Irizarry †
5:00 PM - Kevin Hinsuillo †
Today!
Parish Blood Drive
Our parish blood drive is today,
Feb. 28, from 8:00am until 2:30pm
in the School Cafeteria. Walk-ins are
welcome. Before Masses is usually
less crowded than after Masses. Give
the greatest gift - the gift of life!
Taizé Night Prayer
Sunday Night-Prayer of the Roman Church
using the beautiful music of the Community
of Taizé, in France. Next Sunday, March 6,
7:30 P.M., First Sunday of the Month, here
at St. Vincent de Paul Church we will offer Night
Prayer (Compline) of the Roman Church, using the
beautiful music of the Community of Taizé in France.
Lasting just over a half-hour, it is a beautifully peaceful
prayer experience with which to conclude one’s
Sunday night in contemplative song.
Stewardship Offering
Catholic Relief Services Special Collection
Next Sunday, March 6, 2016 your generosity will help
reunite families, teach valuable life skills to those seeking
a better life, and provide humanitarian aid to those most
vulnerable.
February 21, 2016, 2nd Sunday of Lent
Offertory:
$44,744.54
Other Charitable:
$ 510.00
Total Contributions:
$45,254.54
Please pray for the repose of the soul of:
===================================
Mary Thompson
===================================
May she rest in the peace of Christ.
First round baskets passed are for the Offertory and the second
rectangular baskets are for the Second Collection.
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Elementary Faith Formation
The Lord’s Day Program is a faith formation program for
children 2 years old through 5 years old. You may choose
the 9:00 AM or the 11:00 AM class, and they meet in the
Primary School Building.
Life Teen – High School Youth Ministry
Sundays, 5pm - LIFETEEN Mass, join us! We sit together
front left in the Church.
The CCE Program provides faith formation for children in
grades 1 through 8. We also have a class for children
with special needs. CCE meets 10:30AM - 12:00Noon in
the Primary, Intermediate and Middle School Buildings
and the Msgr. Jamail Family Center.
Upcoming Life Teen Events - SVdP Youth Ministry
meets on Sundays, 6:30-8pm in the Family Center, upstairs,
Youth Room. All High School Students are welcome.
February 28 - The Poor, The Vulnerable & The Entitled
March 6 - Care for God’s Creation
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION PREPARATION: In order to be
ready to start preparation for First Holy Communion, students must complete one full year of Catholic Education,
beginning no sooner than First Grade. This requirement
may be satisfied by attendance at CCE, Catholic School, or
Home School (provided the curriculum consists of daily
Catholic Education).
Covecrest Summer Camp: May 30 - June 5th — Tucked
away in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Georgia, Covecrest is a
long time favorite summer trip for Catholic teens! Once we
arrive at camp, we get to play and pray with new friends
from every corner of the country. The week of camp includes
the perfect balance of time to encounter Christ and time to
play. We will get to do everything from playing sports, high
ropes, and whitewater rafting to hearing dynamic talks,
spending time in small groups, and experiencing the Sacraments. Every week, a line-up of dynamic presenters, talented
musicians, and dedicated priests serve along with camp staff
to encourage a deeper relationship with Christ for each teen.
Contact Nick or go to the website for more information
DOES YOUR CHILD NEED TO BE BAPTIZED? If your child is
over 7 years or older and needs to be baptized, we have
an RCIA program adapted for children. In addition to the
Sunday CCE classes from 10:30am to 12:00noon, we will
meet once a month on a Monday night from 5:30pm to
6:30pm. Please talk to Monica for more information about
classes.
Confirmation Events:
Covecrest Summer Camp: May 30 - June 5th
For further information please contact Monica Aquila at
713.663.3509 or [email protected]
Info or Signup?
Email Nick LaRocca, [email protected]
Girl Scout
Cookie Sales
Hosanna 2016 Catholic Charismatic Conference
Saturday, March 19, 8:30am-9:30pm, Catholic Charismatic Center, 1949 Cullen Blvd, 77023. Mass, Teachings, Praise & Worship, Eucharistic Adoration. Free admission, meals not provided. For more information contact the Center at www.cccgh.com or 713-236-9977.
SVdP Girl Scouts will be selling
their delicious, mmm...mmm...
good, cookies on February 27
and 28, outside the Church,
after Masses.
San José Clinic Art with Heart
Strake Jesuit Spring Fling
Sat., April 16, 7pm, at TMCx, 2450 Holcombe Blvd.
Join San José Clinic for a night of fun, philanthropy, and
auctions of art and jewelry. This event supports the
Clinic’s 94 year legacy of providing healthcare for the
underserved. For more information, call 713-490-2620 or
visit www.sanjoseclinic.org/artwithheart
San José Clinic’s mission is to provide quality healthcare
and education to those with limited access to such services in an environment that respects the dignity of each
person. The Clinic is a Ministry of the Archdiocese of
Galveston-Houston and a United Way Agency. San José
Clinic began a mission that is still in place 94 years later.
Sunday, March 6, noon to 6pm, 8900 Bellaire Blvd.
Spring Fling has food and fun for all ages come rain or
shine! Enjoy live entertainment, raffle, casino – there is
something for everyone! Proceeds support financial aid programs at Strake Jesuit. For info visit www.strakejesuit.org
SVdP School Admissions
Go to www.saintvincentschool.org for
Saint Vincent de Paul Catholic School
Admissions Information. For further information, please contact Director of Admissions Renee McCurry, 713-666-2345.
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ST. ANNE’S SOCIETY
St. Anne’s Society is an organization of mothers at St.
Vincent de Paul Catholic Church. For more information
on becoming a member, to renew your membership or
activities
go to www.stvincentcatholicchurch.org >
Organizations > St. Anne’s Society. Take advantage of
the knowledge and love within our Parish and come join
us in the St. Anne’s Society. There is a place for you here.
As members of St. Vincent de Paul's Young Adults
(SVDPYA), we strive to live out our Catholic faith in
both word and deed. We achieve this goal through our
service, spiritual formation, and social events in support
of one another, our community, and the Church as a
whole. Together, we take up the call of bringing Christ
into the world!
SVDPYA is centered around a 6:30 pm praise and
worship, 7pm Mass, and dinner every Tuesday evening
(except for the 1st Tuesday of the month), along with an
array of social and spiritual events. Come join us at one
of our upcoming events, or find our group on Facebook
by searching "SVDPYA" or email [email protected] to
get involved.
Norma L. McLellan St. Anne's Society Book Club
Sunday, March 06, 2pm, Museum of Fine Arts
VBS - Volunteer Sign up Sunday, June 05, SVdP
VBS June 6-10, 9am - 12pm for Children entering PreK5th Fall 2016, $30/child, open to families of St. Vincent
de Paul Parish
Mandatory Case Sponsor Retraining
on the Motu Proprio
The Archdiocese Metropolitan Tribunal will be hosting
mandatory Case Sponsor retraining at locations around
the Archdiocese. These sessions will cover the newest
changes that Pope Francis promulgated in his Motu
Proprio which went into effect Dec. 8, 2015. The sessions
are open to all priests, deacons, current Case Sponsors
and parish personnel interested in the new changes in
matrimonial law. All current Case Sponsors are required to attend one of these sessions in order to continue serving as a Case Sponsor for the Archdiocese.
Space is limited at each location please RSVP as soon as
possible. For a list of locations and to register please go
to: https://archgh.cvent.com/CSRetrain Thank you your
willingness to serve. If you have any questions please
contact the Tribunal Office 713-654-5701.
Jesus and the End Times
Four week video study by Dr. Brian Petrie. (1 hour per
session) Feb. 29, March 7 &14. Free and no materials
necessary. Contact Michael Cantu for info,
[email protected] or 832-470-0631.
Get to know other parishioners
and some great saints! March 7
thru May 23, 7-8:30p.m. MJFC
Monday, March 7, we will begin our
study of the memoir, "My Life with
the Saints" by James Martin, SJ.
Father Martin takes us through his
spiritual development by way of his
personal relationship with the saints
and modern Catholics who inspired
him. The product of a lukewarm
Catholic family, his life on Wall Street left him joyless. A
chance encounter with a TV show about Thomas Merton
led him to consider a vocation to the priesthood. Please
read Chapter 1 before the first meeting. Book is available
from local bookstores, or online in several formats. Discussion guide may be downloaded from Loyola
Press,http://www.loyolapress.com/assets/trade/my-lifesaints-disc-guide.pdf For more information, contact Joan
Gilliland, [email protected]. All are welcome to
attend the introductory meeting in the Parish Center
March 7. First full session will be held March 28, when
we will discuss chapters 1-4. Our format will be small
group discussion. Come meet your fellow parishioners
and up to 17 new saints! "It is a wonderful experience to
discover a new saint. For God is greatly magnified and
marvelous in each one of His saints: differently in each
individual one." (Thomas Merton)
Three to Get Married Lighthouse CD
The SVDP Vocations Ministry presents Lighthouse
Catholic Media CD “Three to Get Married" by Venerable
Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen. “Three to Get Married" is an
inspiring timeless tribute to the vocation of marriage.
From practical advice for married couples to the deep
theological truths of the mystery of Jesus as the
bridegroom to His Church, this CD is a treasure. [Review
by Vocations Ministry Member Dr. Joe Trumble] How is
God, in His Infinite Love, calling YOU?
“Together in Holiness” Marriage Conference
This one-day event includes Mass, Eucharistic Adoration,
Reconciliation and inspiring presentations that will help
make your marriage and family life a “school of love”.
April 2, 2016, 9:00am to 3:30pm St. Cecilia Catholic
Church, 11720 Joan of Arc Drive, Houston, 77024. Cost:
$45/couple, $25/individual, $5/childcare. Learn more and
register at www.TogetherInHoliness.org.
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Adult Life Ministries
Senior Bus Trip Please let Elaine know if you will not be
going on the trip to Orange on March 16. A number of
people are on the waiting list and would appreciate the
opportunity to take your place. Please dress according to
the weather. All time will be spent outside except for the
short time for lunch. Sun screen is recommended as well
as comfortable shoes and rain gear if such is in the forecast. Boarding is at 6:30 am so all can be signed in and
ready to hear final instructions before the bus leaves
promptly at 7:00 am.
The next trip which is scheduled for Wednesday April 6
will be to Waco. The agenda includes a self-guided tour
of the Texas Ranger Museum and a guided walk through
an archeological dig recently named the Waco Mammoth
National Monument. You may sign up with a prepayment of $10. Hopefully, there will be lots of Bluebells
along the way so this can also count as our trip to see the
Texas wild flowers. Boarding will be a 6:30.
English Classes (ESL) English as a Second Language is
being taught on Tuesdays from 9:30 – 11:00 am in Room
208A of the Monsignor Jamail Family Center. Classes are
free except for the cost of a book if required by the teacher. Come and find out how much fun it can be to learn a
new language with others in a classroom environment.
Other Spiritual, Educational and Social Activities
Free and Open to Adults All are held in the MJFC
Art Class: Thursdays at 1:00 in 202.
Centering Prayer: Tuesdays at 10:00 in 206.
Christian Meditation: Wednesdays at 7:00 pm in 206.
John Paul II Study Group: Mondays at 10:30 in 206.
John XXIII Study Group: Mondays at 10:00 in 208A.
Share the Word Bible Study: Thursdays at 10:30 in 206.
Teresians’ Study Group: Mondays at 11:00 in 208B.
SVdP Book Club: Second Wednesdays at 10:30
Opening Doors: Begins. again Apr. 5, Tuesdays, 10am
Cards (Canasta): Thursdays at 1:30 in 206.
Mah Jongg: Every Monday & Thursday at 12:30 in 206.
Mexican Train Dominoes: Thursdays at 1:00 in 206.
English Class (ESL): Tuesdays at 9:30 in 208A
Italian I: Coming soon.
Italian II: Tuesdays at 7:00 pm in 208A.
French I: Wednesdays at 9:30 in 208A.
French II: Wednesdays at 1:30 in 208A
Spanish I: Tuesdays at 1:00 in 208A.
Spanish II: No longer scheduled.
Spanish, Continuing: Fridays at 9:30 in 208B.
Stitch ’N Time: Tuesdays at 12:30 in 208B.
Sugar Sticks: Wednesdays at 1:00 in AB.
Bridge: Tues.1:00, Wed.1;30, Fri. 1:30 in 206.
Tai Chi: Fridays at 5:00 pm in MJFC.
Bus Trips: As scheduled.
Opening Doors Another six-week session for Opening
Doors will begin on Tuesday, April 5. Attendance is open
to all, and walk-ins are welcome. Opening Doors is a support group for those grieving the loss of a loved one, divorce, or other major trauma. The group meets from
10:00 – 11:30 am in 205 of the MJFC. Even if you have
come to previous sessions, you may come again.
John XXIII Study Group This group meets on Mondays
from 10:00 – 11:00 in Room 208A of the MJFC to re-visit
and study the treasures of the Catholic Church as they
relate to current issues that challenge us in today’s world.
Currently they are concentrating on the Vatican II Document, Lumen Gentium.
Spiritual Direction For an appointment with a spiritual
director, call: Sandy Marcello at 713-529-8162,
Eileen Meinert at 713-363-1961, or
Elaine Caldwell at 713-663-3564.
Young at Heart is an active church group where all are welcome. However,
we do tend to target our activities towards our members who are 50 years
plus. We meet once a month on Sundays, 2:30pm, MJFC, for movies, religious or health related talks, bingo, and other inter-active activities. If you are
not already a member, please consider joining our amazing group. You will enjoy
your Sunday afternoon with food, drinks, door prizes and camaraderie. It’s only $5.00
a year to join. You have nothing to lose and only friends and fun to gain. For more information on joining, or if you would like to volunteer to give the group a talk, please contact Marissa Garcia at 713-2019740 or [email protected]. All are welcome and encouraged to join! Our next meeting will
be Feb. 28, 2:30p.m. What is Your Prayer Personality? A talk by Thusnelda Valdes, Psychologist,
author of The Lost Years, and SVDP Parishioner.
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Adult Confirmation
Preparation Classes
Adult Faith Formation
Studies that are free* and open to all.
Walk-ins are welcome.
All held in the Monsignor Jamail Family Center.
*most studies use an optional
study guide which is a small fee
Are you a Baptized Catholic,
have received 1st Communion,
but never received the Sacrament of Confirmation (usually
done in middle or High School
age)? This program is for YOU! We will be holding
courses weekly on Tuesdays from March 8 to May 10.
Register and attend the “Adult Confirmation
Orientation” on Tuesday, March 8, 7-8:30pm
in the Parish Family Center.
Confirmation Ceremony will occur the weekend of
Pentecost or Trinity Sunday, mid/late may 2016. Contact
Nick LaRocca to register ASAP, [email protected]
Mondays:
 Reading Group Interior Castles by St Teresa of Avila, 11am,
MJFC. For info Elaine Caldwell at 713-667-9111.
 St. Padre Pio Prayer Group: Based on Spirituality of Padre Pio, 4th
Monday, 6:30pm, Contact Alan Vennix, [email protected]
 Catholic Book Club: The Church of Mercy by Pope Francis, 7pm
 Contact- Joan Gilliland [email protected]
 Faith Study: Jesus and the End Times by Dr. Brian Petrie. Four
week video study (1 hour per session) Feb. 29 and March 7 &
14. Free and no materials necessary. Contact Michael Cantu for
more info at [email protected] or 832-470-0631.
 Divine Mercy Study Group: Prayer & Study Message of Divine
Mercy, 7pm, Contact Almanubia Cespedes 281-799-0749
13 Day Holy Land & Jordan Pilgrimage
Join Spiritual Director Msgr. Bill Young on this Pilgrimage Sept. 4-16, 2016. Includes roundtrip Air Transportation, 1st Class Hotels-Double Occupancy, Daily Mass, 2
meals, Sightseeing, etc. $3,890.00/person from Houston.
Brochurs are available at Church Entrances.
Tuesdays:
 That Man is You Men’s Group: The Spirit of Nazareth, 6am,
Contact- Chris Duffel – [email protected]
 Rediscover Jesus Book Study: 10:30am-Noon,
Contact Joan Gilliland – [email protected]
 Consoling the Heart of Jesus: Book Study by Fr. Gaitley, starts
Jan. 26th –March 15th, 7pm
Contact Almanubia Cespedes, 281-799-0749
 Adult Confirmation Classes: 8 weeks, Spring 2016, Orientation on
March 8th, 7pm, Registration opens in 2016
Contact Nick LaRocca, [email protected]
Society of St. Vincent de Paul
In today’s Gospel Jesus is quite clear in his
message: “bear fruit or be cut down.” This
Lent we are called to cultivate and fertilize
our spiritual lives through prayer, fasting
and almsgiving. Is there a family you know who needs
assistance? Please call the Society of St. Vincent de Paul
so that together we can help the suffering and poor. Please
use the organization link in the Church website
(www.SVDPHouston.org) to access more information on
the Society. The St. Jude Chapel Poor Box proceeds are
used by the Society of St. Vincent de Paul to benefit those
in need. Donations may be made at any time.
Wednesdays:
 Rediscover Jesus Book Study- , 6:15am – 7:15am
Contact- Monica Aquila – [email protected]
 Women’s Rosary & Book Study- Rediscover Jesus Book7:30pm – 9pm Contact- DeAnn Ennis or Kym Bellard –
[email protected] or [email protected]
Thursdays:
 Bible Study : “The Passion”, by Catholic Way Bible Study, 7pm
Contact- Joan Molinaro, [email protected]
 Jovenes de Luz: Hispanic Young Adult Group, 7pm.
Contact Jesus Cabrera, [email protected]
 Legion of Mary: Marian Prayer Apostolate, 7pm,
Contact Serafina Alo, [email protected]
 Apostleship of the Cross Prayer Group: Spirituality of the
Cross, 7pm, Contact Brenda Maymi-Luna [email protected]
Sundays:
 RCIA Sessions: To Become Catholic, 10:30am - 11:45am
Parishioners welcome to audit with advance notice
For more info contact- Nick LaRocca – [email protected]
 Rediscover Jesus Book Study: 10:30am-Noon,
Contact Nick LaRocca, [email protected]
SAVE THE DATE: Parish Lenten Mission
Fr. Mike Joly, February 22nd to 24th
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CCSC Jobnet Program Volunteers Needed
JobNet offers a variety of skill-building services and access to the tools required for searching for and obtaining
gainful and lasting employment. Ways you may help: Become a COACH / Send JOB LEADS / Facilitate a
WORKSHOP / Use Your COMPUTER SKILLS / Manage the FRONT DESK / Share money management advice as a GUEST SPEAKER. Become a part of the JobNet team by calling Kate Gallup at 713-961-3993 x 211.
Help is always needed.
St. Vincent de Paul Book Club
We will meet Wednesday, March 9, 10:30
a.m., in MJFC 206. The March selection is
The Time Keeper by Mitch Albom. It is
available at the public libraries and new and
used from online and retail booksellers. If
you have any questions, please contact
Mary Ann Beachler at 713-665-0086 or
[email protected].
Guayaquil Mission Dinner and Gala
Students attending the mission school in Guayaquil,
Ecuador, pose in their uniforms donated by students from
our parish school. Please consider attending the
upcoming 9th Annual Guayaquil Mission Dinner and
Gala which will be held on Saturday, April 23, in the
Monsignor Jamail Family Center. This event is the
major source of funds to support the mission. If unable to
attend, your generous donation toward the Gala and
Mission would be greatly appreciated. Remember, no gift
is too small. We are also requesting items (i.e., gift cards,
bottles of wine, etc) for the silent auction to be held the
night of the Gala. Check the Guayaquil Mission page on
the SVdP website for more information and to download
a donor form. Donated items may be dropped off at the
Incarnate Word Convent, 3400 Bradford St., Houston
77025 - next to the church parking lot.
Vocation Expo 2016
“Finding our Vocation Through God’s Mercy”
All Catholic organizations and individuals concerned
about vocation awareness are invited to attend a day of
resources, workshops, group discussions, ideas, prayer
and inspiring talks, keynote speaker Cardinal DiNardo.
St. Mary's Seminary, 9845 Memorial Dr. 77024, March
12, 2016, 8:30am-2:30pm, $5/person includes lunch. Organizer: Office of Vocations, 713-652-8239, Email: [email protected] / Web: www.houstonvocations.com/
vocation-expo / Registration deadline: March 7.
No Parking Zones
Please be sure that you park in a legal
parking zone in St. Vincent de Paul
parking lots. It is frustrating to not be
able to find a spare spot at the church.
However, our buildings are each surrounded by Fire Lanes and Handicap
Spaces. The police have no choice but
to ticket a car that is illegally parked. Please take the time
to be sure that you are parked legally. Thank you.
Marriage Encounter Weekend
Many husbands and wives seem to be
“married” to their career, TV, sports or
their children. Re-examine your married
lifestyle and your priorities, and rediscover the newlyweds you once were by attending a Worldwide Marriage Encounter
Weekend. The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter
Weekend is March 4-6, 2016. Register early to reserve a
spot. Contact Brian & Tina Little at 281-773-4014 for
more information, or go online to houstonme.org.
Thursday Night Bible Study
Please note a change in schedule for the Thursday night
Adult Bible Study Program. Starting on Thur., Feb. 25,
the group will begin a short series on The Passion, a program produced by Catholic Way Bible Study. This lecture
series will span several weeks, after which, the group will
start Bishop Robert Barron's study “Priest, Prophet,
King.” The bible study group meets each Thursday in the
MJFC at 7 p.m. All adult members of the parish are welcome. For information contact Joan @ 713-408-3556.
Bishop Rizzotto Golf Classic
March 31, 2016, 9am Registration
12:30pm Shotgun, Wildcat Golf Club
12200 Almeda Road, 77045.
For more information contact
Kimberly Elliott 713-741-8722 or
http://www.stdominicvillage.org/brgc16.html
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In order to provide the faithful with opportunities to experience the
mercy and forgiveness of the Loving Father in and through the
Sacrament of Reconciliation, Daniel Cardinal DiNardo has marked
Friday, March 4 (6:00 - 11:00 PM) as the day to celebrate "The
Light Is On for You" in parishes of the Archdiocese of GalvestonHouston. St. Vincent de Paul Parish will participate in this
Archdiocesan activity.
Cardinal DiNardo has asked the faithful to pray for one another and
encourage others in this movement of grace, "and let us pray for our
priests to exercise the gift of mercy and healing given to them at their
ordination," he said.
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Stations
of the Cross
During Lent
7 P.M.
every Friday
KC Fish Fry
Please come and enjoy a
delicious Fish Fry
Dinner starting at 5:30 pm
and ending at 8:30 pm. You
can come either before or after the 7pm
Stations of the Cross. Drive thru is also available.
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Fridays in Lent are obligatory
days of complete abstinence
(from meat) for all who have
completed their 14th year.
We are having the KC Fish Fry on the following days:
Friday March 4 from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Friday March 11 from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Friday March 18 from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
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Saints and Special Observances
It’s TRUE!! Easter is the time for
SINGING the story of Jesus’
RESURRECTION, but our
musicians work year-round
to learn that story.
Sunday:
Thursday:
Friday:
Saturday:
Third Sunday of Lent
St. Katharine Drexel
St. Casimir; World Day of Prayer;
First Friday; Abstinence
First Saturday
Today’s Readings
First Reading — The Lord God appears to Moses and
directs him to go and deliver the Israelites from Egypt
(Exodus 3:1-8a, 13-15) or Exodus 17:3-7.
Psalm — The Lord is kind and merciful (Psalm
103) or Psalm 95.
Second Reading — We are not to grumble
like the people with Moses in the desert (1 Corinthians
10:1-6, 10-12) or Romans 5:1-2, 5-8.
Gospel — If you do not repent, you will all perish
(Luke 13:1-9) or John 4:5-42 [5-15, 19b-26, 39a, 40-42].
The English translation of the Psalm Responses from the Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.
Readings For The Week
Mon: 2 Kgs 5:1-15ab; Ps 42:2, 3; 43:3, 4; Lk 4:24-30
Tue: Dn 3:25, 34-43; Ps 25:4-5ab, 6, 7bc, 8-9; Mt 18:21-35
Wed: Dt 4:1, 5-9; Ps 147:12-13, 15-16, 19-20; Mt 5:17-19
Thur: Jer 7:23-28; Ps 95:1-2, 6-9; Lk 11:14-23
Fri: Hos 14:2-10; Ps 81:6c-11ab, 14, 17; Mk 12:28-34
Sat: Hos 6:1-6; Ps 51:3-4, 18-21ab; Lk 18:9-14
Sun: Jos 5:9a, 10-12; Ps 34:2-7; 2 Cor 5:17-21; Lk 15:1-3,
11-32; Alternate readings (Year A): 1 Sm 16:1b, 6-7, 1013a; Ps 23:1-6; Eph 5:8-14; Jn 9:1-41 [1, 6-9, 13-17, 34-38]
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TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION
Ash Wednesday is not observed by Eastern Christians,
perhaps because, at least in Orthodox practice, weekdays
are not proper days for the Divine Liturgy. Typically,
“Great Lent” has a bit of a prelude.
On “Meatfare Sunday” the faithful have their last
chance to eat meat for the entire period of Great Lent. A
week later, “Cheesefare Sunday” has dairy on the menu
for the last time until Pascha (Easter). At twilight on
Cheesefare Sunday, officially called “Sunday of Forgiveness.” the church gathers for “Forgiveness Vespers.”
The faithful identify with Adam and Eve, forgiving
one another in order to experience God’s forgiveness. The
desire to set aside all bitterness, and to achieve harmony
and reconciliation in the family and with one’s neighbors
gives a remarkable energy to the transition into the days
of penitence. At the end of the vespers liturgy, the décor
of the church is changed to reflect the new season.
How is your Lenten fast going? Imagine the Eastern
tradition. No meat, no fish, no dairy, no wine or oil. Some
traditions permit vegetable oil; everyone goes without
olive oil. Happily, strict fasting is not permitted on the
Sabbath or the Lord’s Day, so on Saturday and Sunday
the fast is somewhat mitigated, and wine and oil are allowed. If the Feast of the Annunication falls during Great
Lent, then fish may be served. —Rev. James Field, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
St. Jude League Enrollment
St. Jude League is opened for enrollment throughout the
year. Membership for enrollment is $5.00 for the year.
The 6:45 A.M. Mass each Tuesday is celebrated for intentions of those enrolled in the League. St. Jude is a powerful intercessor for anyone in need. Membership Cards are
available by the St. Jude Shrine in our church.
“I AM”
Kindness and mercy are what the enslaved
people of Israel needed, and they came in the form of
deliverance. They came through a leader, Moses, who
was once plucked from the Nile River and was now
herding his father-in-law’s sheep in the land of Goshen.
The bush that burned but was not consumed shows us that
God is inexhaustible mystery. Moses’ awe and deference
are mixed with a touching conversational tone as he seeks
to learn God’s name. And God sweetly responds. The
somewhat abstract “I AM” distinguishes the God of
Abraham and Isaac and Jacob from the minor gods in the
territory who “are not.” They are helpless, powerless, and
useless. Moses is to step out into an amazing future, and
God will be there with outstretched arm. Just go and see,
God seems to say. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
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Parish Information
Following: 7, 9, 11a.m. and 3pm Masses
Sunday, March 6, 2016
Hosted by Extraordinary Ministers
7am Sunday Mass Team 1
Sacrament of Baptism: Children, age 6 or younger requirements: parents registered parishioners, attended baptism class within 3 years and completed forms before baptism can be scheduled. For info and forms contact Paulette,
[email protected]/713-663-3515. If your child is
over 7 years old and not baptized, contact Monica Aquila,
713-663-3509 or [email protected].
Sacrament of Matrimony: Six to eight months are required
for marriage preparation. Please call the Parish Office, 713667-9111 for an appointment with the marriage coordinator.
Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick: Please call the
Parish Office as soon as you or someone in your family schedule surgery, hospitalization or suffer serious illness or injury.
Sunday Nursery Available
Children 1-24 Months. Let them play
while you pray during the 9am and 11am
Masses. Ground floor, Monsignor Jamail
Family Center. No Fees
Easter Early Bulletin Deadlines
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Altar Servers: Contact Tom Green, [email protected]
Bulletin:. Deadline is 9am, Thur., 10 days before date of bulletin, holiday bulletins at least 1 week earlier. Email to [email protected], or drop off articles at the Parish Office.
Announcements before or after Mass will not be allowed unless
submitted to the church office no later than Wednesday before
the weekend of the scheduled event for approval to Laura
Hafernik, 713-663-3528 / [email protected].
Facilities Request: Request deadline: two weeks prior to event.
Contact Megan at [email protected] or 713-663-3543.
Can’t Get to Church? If you or someone you know would like to
receive Communion, but are home bound, or in a nursing or retirement residence and unable to get to Mass, call 713-667-9111.
Nursery: Ages birth to 2 years during Sunday 9:00 AM and
11:00 AM Masses at the Monsignor Jamail Family Center.
St. Jude League Enrollment Membership Cards are available
in the Church by the St. Jude Shrine.
Teen RCIA: Teens who desire to become Catholic and have not
been baptized or received the sacraments, call the Youth Office,
713-663-3524.
Email items to [email protected]
3/27/16 Bulletin Articles
are due Thursday, 3/10/16
4/3/16 Bulletin Articles
are due Monday, 3/21/16
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
Meets every Mon. 7–8pm, Art Rm, Middle School Building. All are welcome who think they or someone they
know may have a problem with drinking.
Al-Anon
Al-Anon meets Tuesdays for book study and Thursdays
for discussion, at 7pm, room 102, Middle School Bldg.
Al-Anon is a hopeful and understanding group for anyone
needing help because of alcoholism. Anyone affected by
someone else's drinking is welcome.
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New Parishioners: To register, complete and return the
Parish Registration form available at the Parish Office, at
www.svdp-houston.org or complete and return the Parish
Information Form below and a Registration Form will be
mailed to you.
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Tercer Domingo de Cuaresma
28 de Febrero de 2016
Vía Crucis en español
Les invitamos a rezar el Vía Crucis
en español los viernes de Cuaresma
a las 6:00 PM en el templo.
Ayuno y abstinencia en la Cuaresma
Es una doctrina tradicional de la espiritualidad Cristiana que es
un componente del arrepentimiento de alejarse del pecado y volverse a
Dios, incluye alguna forma de penitencia, sin la cual al Cristiano le es dificil permanecer en el camino angosto y ser salvado. La Iglesia por su parte ha especificado ciertas
formas de penitencia, para asegurarse de que los Católicos hagan algo, como lo
requiere la ley divina, y a la vez hacerle más fácil al Católico cumplir la obligación.
https://www.ewtn.com/spanish/preguntas/ayuno_y_abstinencia.htm
En la Cuaresma, ofrecemos penitencia observando el ayuno y la abstinencia. El ayuno
consiste en hacer una sola comida fuerte al día. La abstinencia consiste en no comer carne. Son días de abstinencia y ayuno el Miércoles de Ceniza y el Viernes Santo. La abstinencia obliga a partir de los catorce años y el ayuno de los dieciocho hasta los cincuenta
y nueve años de edad. Con estos sacrificios, se trata de que todo nuestro ser (espíritu, alma y cuerpo) participe en un acto donde reconozca la necesidad de hacer obras con las
que reparemos el daño ocasionado con nuestros pecados y para el bien de la Iglesia.
El Catolicismo: Curso sobre la Fe Católica en español
El martes, 16 de marzo empezamos el curso de El Catolicismo, presentación en vídeo de Word
on Fire del Rev. Obispo Robert E. Barron. Nos reuniremos cada martes de 7:00-8:00 PM en en
Centro Parroquial de la Familia Msgr. Jamail. Hay un costo por el libro de $20. No es tarde
para unirse al curso. Favor de llamar a Lucie Gardea al teléfono 832-413-2746 de tener
cualquier pregunta.
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“YO SOY” Lo que el pueblo esclavizado de Israel necesitaba era la bondad y misericordia de Dios, y esas dos
cosas llegaron bajo la forma de una liberación. Llegaron
por medio de un caudillo, Moisés, que cuando niño fue
salvado de las aguas del Nilo, y ahora estaba pastoreando
las ovejas de su suegro en el desierto. La zarza que ardía
sin consumirse nos muestra que Dios es un misterio
inagotable. El temor y respeto de Moisés están mezclados
con una confianza conmovedora, cuando trata de averiguar
el Nombre del Señor. Y Dios le responde dulcemente con
un Nombre –YO SOY– que distingue al Dios de Abraham,
Isaac y Jacob de los diosecitos de las naciones, que “noson”. Esos diosecitos de nada son impotentes e inútiles.
Moisés tiene que avanzar hacia un futuro increíble, y Dios
lo espera allí con mano poderosa y brazo extendido. Es
como si el Señor le dijera, “Ve, y verás”. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
canos, por eso los obispos de Chile buscaron la manera de
motivar a su pueblo para que ayude a sus propios desafortunados. En 1982 los obispos chilenos crearon una nueva
practica cuaresmal llamada la Campaña de Fraternidad.
Esta Campaña se motiva en las observancias penitenciales
de la oración, el ayuno y la caridad. Esta práctica de la
Iglesia chilena se basa en la tradición cristiana de las obras
de caridad y la acción social. La Campaña de Fraternidad
también se funda en la espiritualidad cristiana de la hermandad. Los que tienen la manera de ayudar han compartido a través de los proyectos de esta obra con jóvenes en
riesgo social, madres solteras, ancianos, prisioneros y
otros grupos marginados. Esto se hace en un espíritu de
mutualidad entre los hijos e hijas del creador. Esta campaña cuaresmal nos desafía a buscar la manera de ayudar a
los pobres no como personas necesitada sino como hermanas y hermanos en Cristo a los cual debemos nuestra
cooperación para mejorar sus vidas. Ellos en torno son la
presencia de Cristo quien se encuentra en los más pequeños de la sociedad. —Fray Gilberto Cavazos-Glz, OFM, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
LECTURAS DE HOY
Primera lectura — El Señor se aparece a Moisés y le
indica que vaya y libere a los israelitas de su opresión en
Egipto (Éxodo 3:1-8a, 13-15) o Exodo 17:3-7.
Salmo — El Señor es compasivo y misericordioso
(Salmo 103 [102]) o Salmo 95 (94).
Segunda lectura — No nos quejemos. El que se sienta
seguro deberá cuidarse para no caer (1 Corintios 10:1-6,
10-12) o Romanos 5:1-2, 5-8.
Evangelio — Si no se arrepienten, todos perecerán (Lucas
13:1-9) o Juan 4:5-42 [5-15, 19b-26, 39a, 40-42].
Los bautismos en español Las pláticas de preparación
bautismal en español se ofrecen el primer sábado de cada
mes. Nos reunimos a las 9 a.m. en la biblioteca del Centro
Parroquial (segundo piso). Para más información, hablar
con Lucie Gardea después de la Misa de español los domingos o al correo [email protected]. Requisitos:
 La familia deber estar registrada en la parroquia.
 Ambos padres deben asistir las pláticas.
 Se requiere una copia de la partida oficial de nacimiento del niño.
 Se requiere una copia de un documento oficial de identificación
 Se requiere un/una padrino y/o madrina.
 Los padrinos deben ser católicos completamente iniciados en la Fe. Deben ser mayores de 18 años. Si son
casados, deben estar casados por la Iglesia. Los padrinos deben llevar una vida congruente con la Fe y la
misión que van a asumir.
 La cuota para las pláticas es $25 para las familias registradas en la parroquia. Si no son parroquianos, el costo
es $50. La cuota para personas tomando las clases como padrinos es $10.
Salmo responsorial: Leccionario I © 1976, Comisión Episcopal de Pastoral Litúrgica de la Conferencia del
Episcopado Mexicano. Usado con permiso. Todos los derechos reservados.
LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA
Lunes: 2 Re 5:1-15ab; Sal 42 (41):2, 3; 43:3, 4;
Lc 4:24-30
Martes: Dn 3:25, 34-43; Sal 25 (24):4-5ab, 6, 7bc, 8-9;
Mt 18:21-35
Miércoles:
Dt 4:1, 5-9; Sal 147:12-13, 15-16, 19-20;
Mt 5:17-19
Jueves: Jer 7:23-28; Sal 95 (94):1-2, 6-9; Lc 11:14-23
Viernes:
Hos 14:2-10; Sal 81 (80):6c-11ab, 14, 17;
Mc 12:28-34
Sábado: Hos 6:1-6; Sal 51 (50):3-4, 18-21ab;
Lc 18:9-14
Domingo:
Jos 5:9a, 10-12; Sal 34 (33):2-7;
2 Cor 5:17-21; Lc 15:1-3, 11-32
Lecturas alternativas (Año A):
1 Sm 16:1b, 6-7, 10-13a; Sal 23 (22):1-6;
Ef 5:8-14; Jn 9:1-41 [1, 6-9, 13-17, 34-38]
Jóvenes de Luz St. Vincent de Paul Somos un
grupo de jóvenes adultos interesados en profundizar en nuestra fe a través de la formación espiritual, el servicio, y actividades sociales que
nos permitan crecer en comunidad buscando imitar el ejemplo de Jesús y las virtudes de
nuestra Madre María. Como jóvenes adultos, nos esforzamos en ser luz siendo testigos de nuestra fe y así dar a
conocer el mensaje del Reino de Dios desde nuestra vida
cotidiana. Nos reunimos todos los jueves a las 7:00 PM en
el segundo piso del centro parroquial. Si desean agregarse
a nuestra lista de contactos para recibir información acerca de nuestros eventos, pueden enviarnos un correo a
[email protected]. ¡Los esperamos!
LOS SANTOS Y OTRAS CELEBRACIONES
Domingo: Tercer Domingo de Cuaresma
Jueves:
Santa Katharine Drexel
Viernes:
San Casimiro; Jornada Mundial de Oración;
Primer viernes; Abstinencia
Sábado:
Primer sábado
TRADICIONES DE NUESTRA FE Muchas naciones
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We will tow your vehicle at no cost to you.
Get a tax deductible receipt and help us
alleviate poverty and strengthen families!
Specialist in Aesthetic and Reconstructive Dentistry
4747 Bellaire Blvd., Ste 525 • 713-664-9900
www.implantreconstructivedentistry.com
Parishioner
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2504 Bissonnet
713-528-2404
Highland Village
713.592.0224
Call the company that service built!
Custom Window Coverings
• Shutters • Drapes • Blinds
Air Conditioning & Heating
Locally
Owned
Since 1970
Free
Estimates
Felipe Abrego (Parishioner)
713-666-0121
www.AbregoHVAC.net
[email protected]
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Steve Patterson CPA, PLLC
Certified Public Accountant
E-MAIL • [email protected]
TEL
WEB • WWW.SPATTERSON-CPA.COM
713.533.9724
1115 Barkdull St., Suite E • Houston T X 77006
Beef * Produce * Pork
Goat * Chicken * Bakery
Beer * Grocery * Seafood
“Best Marinated Fajita in Town”
Consider Remembering
Your Parish in Your Will.
5750 Chimney Rock
[email protected]
West U: 713-662-2115
Pearland: 281-997-8117
For further information,
please call the Parish Office.
Open 6 am to 9 pm
713-432-0894
Perot Plumbing
24//7 Emergency Service
713-667-7500
BRAESMAIN (TEXACO) CENTER & MOUDRY MOTORS
Service and Repairs
Specializing in Auto Air Conditioning and Transmission Service
8001 Braesmain at 2600 S. Braeswood Blvd., Houston, TX 77025
(713) 667-1553 • ED MOUDRY, Owner
Commercial Real Estate Services
National Tenant Representation Specialists
Industrial | Retail | Office
Randal Moudry - President
SVdP Class of ‘86 (Parishioner)
(O) 832.378.8687 | (C) 713.296.9747
[email protected] | www.moudryrea.com
TIM WOODSON
A man wakes up after sleeping
under an ADVERTISED blanket
on an ADVERTISED mattress
and pulls off ADVERTISED pajamas
bathes in an ADVERTISED shower
shaves with an ADVERTISED razor
brushes his teeth
with ADVERTISED toothpaste
washes with ADVERTISED soap
puts on ADVERTISED clothes
drinks a cup
of ADVERTISED coffee
drives to work
in an ADVERTISED car
and then . . . .
refuses to ADVERTISE
believing it doesn’t pay.
Later if business is poor
he ADVERTISES it for sale.
WHY IS IT?
FINE CUSTOM FRAMING SINCE 1946
6565 W. Loop St.
Suite #130
MATT MOORE
713-666-7335 JASON LEVINE
MP # 17909
WHY IS IT
713-664-0330
6719 STELLA LINK
MARTHA GARCIA
Parishioner
REALTOR Cell 713-294-7762
[email protected]
PARK AT BELLAIRE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY
6333 Chimney Rock, Houston, TX 77081
Strength of Family
Since 1889
713-667-6505
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515135 St Vincent De Paul Church (A)
“The Roofing Specialists”
Re-Roofs • Repairs
Insulated Windows
Hardi Siding • Gutters
Gus Campos, Parishioner
St. Ambrose
www.camposroofing.com
713.680.3530
www.jspaluch.com
23 Passenger Bus • Errand Service
Planned Activities • Doctor Appointments
713.830.5400
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